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It's a "Feel Good Friday" with Tony Sco. He discusses leftovers and much more.

Tony's Trippin' 10.16.25

It's "Alliteration Thursday" with Tony Sco. He discusses Darius McCrary's recent arrest.

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Check out Tony Sco and his Random Thoughts on this Wednesday. He discusses passwords on computers and much more!

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Monica May's Point Of View

Monica May's Point Of View

Every Sunday morning, 'Monica May's Point Of View' will feature conversations built on hot topics and issues concerning African Americans. Local and national guests will share their points of view as well.

THREE WAYS TO LEVEL UP

Today nearly 40% of U.S. college students are over 25 and they're balancing full time work, family and school. La'Tasha Graham from Valencia College shared details about their Career Pathways Expo Saturday October 18th 11an - 2pm on their West Campus 1800 S. Kirkman Road (Parking Lot D). It's a free opportunity to learn about all of the career and certification opportunities Valencia offers. Register with the QR code on FB @ Careerpathwaysexpo October is National Women's Small Business Month and Farra Worrell, Anika Allen and Rachel Michaud, 3 small business owners shared their ingredients for success. They met at a Women on the Rise event and shared friendship and business advice. Connect with them on Instagram at Gracenotary, Insured with Rachel and Five Star Friendships. Jasmine Burney-Clark with Equal Ground shared details about the upcoming County Commission vote this Tuesday October 14th @ 2pm. Connect with the County Commissioners about voting for map 7B versus 1A to allow a district that would encompass Pine Hills, Orlo Vista, Eatonville, College Park and Maitland versus only Winter Park www.orangecountyfl.net › BoardofCommissioners Attorney LaZondra Randolph shared details about the upcoming Kingdom Marketplace Builders Conference October 24-25 in Orlando. It's a chance to collaborate with other business owners, learn more about stewardship and passion to begin your business. To register visit www.kingdommpb.com

CONQUERING SICKLE CELL DISEASE/WHAT IS CTE? HOW DOES IT AFFECT ATHLETES?

Sickle Cell Anemia affects more black people than any other ethnicity. However, people from Africa, the Caribbean, Mediterranean and of Middle Eastern descent can be diagnosed with the disease. The most effective blood test to diagnose sickle cell anemia is hemoglobin electrophoresis, also known as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), which identifies and measures the abnormal form of hemoglobin that causes the disease. A complete blood count (CBC) can also detect anemia by showing low hemoglobin levels and a high number of immature red blood cells, while a peripheral blood smear can reveal the distinctive sickle-shaped red blood cells. A local organization that educates and advocates for sickle cell patients is www.sicklecellconquerorsofcentralflorida.org Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive disease caused by repeated concussions and repeated brain injuries. Dr. Quinella Minix with www.siranpsych.com is a brain specialist who works with athletes around the world. She provides mental coaching to celebrities as well as executives and stresses it is very important to "train your brain as well as your body!" She mentioned the four stages of CTE - Stage 1 - Small deposits can be found on the frontal lobe and deals with judgment Stage 2 - Moves into a more moderate Stage 3 - Affects the temporal part of the brain and the person becomes more aggressive and the 4th and Final stage (many never make it through) is full dementia with Parkinson's movements where full care is necessary. Our local expert, Dr. Pernell Bush reminded us that CTE is preventable with proper equipment worn in sports, the guardian cap. He invited family members to relay to the doctors the various mood swings since they know the patient well. He encouraged anyone who thinks that CTE is a possibility to see a mental health professional or psychologist. Connect with Dr. P at www.NLCounseling.org or call 407/988-1500

ADOPTION POINTS & INTRODUCING OUR AUTHOR'S CORNER

There are over 100,000 children up for adoption nationally. Shanda Moorman, CEO of Family on the Mend, LLC founded an agency (locally) to make the adoption process a bit more navigable. Her love of children helped her learn the adoption process and be able to unite families with children throughout the country. To connect www.familyonthemed.org or smoorman@familyonthemend.org 407/476-1334 or 321/231-6704 Eric G. Green turned his love of pearls and other jewels into a business while in college. He learned how to design high end jewelry for brides and the everyday person. Five years ago, he took that love of stones and created a story about a young black mermaid Tia, who loses her pearl necklace. She travels the ocean from country to country until she finds them. Treasures Under the Sea is a box set that is available online at www.treasuresunderthesea.com and the soft cover is on Amazon under Eric G. Green

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