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Michael O. (Michael Odokara-Okigbo) benefit concert event ‘ON MY OWN’ to take place July 13, 2017 in Maine
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Mugadi Foundation, in association with Waynflete School, is proud to announce a Michael O. (Michael Odokara-Okigbo) benefit concert event "ON MY OWN" to take place July 13, 2017 at the beautiful Westbrook Performing Arts Center in Westbrook, Maine.
Georgia Student Kimberly Hadaway Overcomes the Odds to Receive $1.8 Million In Scholarships
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Foundation for Ensuring Access and Equity today announced that on Sunday, May 28, 2017 the Turner Chapel AME Church in Marietta, Georgia will host its 10th Annual High School Graduation Celebration Worship Service. The blessings will be flowing for several students who have been offered full college scholarships. However, for Paulding County High School's Kimberly Hadaway, the blessings are overflowing with full scholarships to 6 of the country's top colleges
NEW BOOK: ‘Chasing Space: An Astronaut’s Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances’ by Leland D Melvin
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Retired pro football player Leland Melvin thought his road to the NFL was an incredible journey - until he climbed aboard the shuttle Atlantis and traveled to outer space. Twice. Melvin, a former wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, engineer and astronaut, shares his real-life experiences, triumphs and challenges in an inspirational memoir. The book: "CHASING SPACE: AN ASTRONAUT'S STORY OF GRIT, GRACE, AND SECOND CHANCES" (ISBN: 978-0062496720; Amistad Hardcover Original).
All Eyez on Me: Actress Rayven Ferrell Lands Pivotal Career Role in New Tupac Film
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- When Rayven Symone Ferrell was born, her mom had a strong vision for her. She knew her daughter was destined for great creativity and named her after Raven-Symone, her favorite character on "The Cosby Show." Twenty-one years later and mom's intuition has proven true. The young aspiring actress has already landed a career defining role, playing Sekyiwa Shakur, the baby sister of rap icon Tupac Shakur, in the soon to be released blockbuster film, "All Eyez on Me.
Sex Degrees of Separation: Author Mahogany Star Sizzles with Sexy Sequence of Summertime Book Releases
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Author Mahogany Star brings the sizzle to summertime reading with a sexy sequence of new book releases. Star's new titles, "Sex Degrees of Separation" and "Summer's Heat" are sure fire temperature boosters for readers who aren't afraid of the steam.
Artist Bernard Hoyes Sculpts ‘Roots of Pegasus’ for Private Collector, to Exhibit at Museum of African American Art
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Visual artist Bernard Hoyes has accomplished yet another career defining feat. The master craftsman was recently commissioned by a private collector to recreate the divinely celebrated winged stallion Pegasus, one of the best-known creatures in Greek mythology. The five-foot "Roots of Pegasus" bronze sculpture is currently on display until the end of June.
Get Reggaematic! Errol Moore Releases First Single ‘Free Your Mind’ from Album, ‘Good Morning Jah’
eNewsChannels NEWS: (ATLANTA, Ga.) -- Island Gruve Music Works, a full service music production company, is excited as we prepare to launch Errol Moore's highly anticipated new CD Single "Free Your Mind." The single is slated for release on May 5, 2017. "Free Your Mind" employs a steady Reggaematic gruve which is expected to enjoy massive airplay in America, South America, Europe and parts of the Caribbean.
Mississippi Spring Break Weekend: Lil Uzi Vert Headlines 2017 Spring Break Explosion Music Festival
eNewsChannels NEWS: (BILOXI, Miss.) -- On this tenth anniversary of the Mississippi Spring Break Weekend, Splash Life Booking LLC is announcing the 1st annual Spring Break Explosion music festival, to be held on Friday, April 7, 2017 at MGM Park. For a decade now, college students and those seeking a white sandy beach getaway, come from all over the south to Biloxi for parties and other regional events during the "Mississippi Spring Break" weekend.
The Oracle Group announces ‘MAKE YOUR MARK: Personal Branding Through On-Purpose Living’ by Courtney R. Rhodes
eNewsChannels NEWS: (NEW YORK, N.Y.) -- The Oracle Group International is thrilled to announce the publication of "MAKE YOUR MARK: Personal Branding Through 'On-Purpose' Living" (paperback; on sale March 14, 2017; $20; ISBN: 978-0692833919) by award-winning, brand strategist, entrepreneur and author Courtney R. Rhodes.
Dallas musician OG Bobby Billions releases what might be one of the greatest debuts from a new talent
eNewsChannels NEWS: (DALLAS, Texas) -- Dallas music artist OG Bobby Billions released on Black Friday what might be one of the greatest debuts from a new talent - and according to him it's only the beginning. On December 9 he will be releasing a more in-depth visual to the already buzzing "Bands" single.