From NAACP.org:Watch live: A Celebration Life Services for Troy Davis | Family Allows Memorial to Stream For Worldwide Supporters
September 30, 2011
Update from NAACP.org.
Thousands of his supporters and loved ones will gather at Jonesville Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia, to honor the spirit and legacy of a man who has galvanized a global movement for justice.
We would like you to join us, too.
To accommodate the worldwide demand to mark this moment together, as a global community, Troy’s family has generously allowed his funeral to be broadcast live on www.NAACP.org.
Beginning at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Saturday Oct 1st), you will be able to share the experience with the Davis family and Troy’s supporters and loved ones around the world.
Troy Davis: A Celebration of Life
Saturday, October 1st, 2011 at 11 a.m.
Watch the service live at www.NAACP.org
Even in the face of death Troy understood how his story could change this country forever. In the days and weeks ahead, we will work to ensure that Troy’s mission is carried out, and the brutal practice of the death penalty is abolished in this country once and for all.
Troy’s story has touched each of our lives. Please join us tomorrow as we stand alongside his family in this time of reflection and remembrance.
If you have not yet already, please sign the petition in Troy’s memory, calling for an end to the death penalty in the United States: http://action.naacp.org/EndTheDP
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The Clippings: With Death of Anwar al-Awlaki, Has U.S. Launched New Era of Killing U.S. Citizens Without Charge? | Democracy Now!
September 30, 2011
With Death of Anwar al-Awlaki, Has U.S. Launched New Era of Killing U.S. Citizens Without Charge?
The United States has confirmed the killing of the radical Yemeni-American cleric, Anwar al-Awlaki, in northern Yemen. In response to news of al-Awlaki’s death, constitutional scholar Glenn Greenwald and others argue the assassination of U.S. citizens without due process has now has become a reality. “If you are somebody that believes the President of the United States has the power to order your fellow citizens murdered, assassinated, killed without a shred of due process … then you are really declaring yourself to be as pure of an authoritarian as it gets.” Watch/Listen/Read
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Get the Ryan Report | Ryan Cameron – V103 Atlanta | Watch Radio
September 30, 2011
Take an afternoon break and watch radio live streaming from Atlanta with Ryan Cameron of V103. If you’re like us, then you like to watch radio. Spread the Buzz
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Submit a story, news, or opinion to DryerBuzz.com http://Pitch.DryerBuzz.comSunsets Remembered: Funeral Arrangements for Troy Davis | Savannah Georgia | NAACP
September 29, 2011
NAACP has released information regarding the following public memorial services for Troy Davis. Please note cameras and video recorders will not be permitted:
Friday, September 30th
Wake and Memorial Service
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
New Life Apostolic Temple
2120 West Bay Street
Savannah, Georgia 31415
Saturday October 1
“Celebration of Life Service” (Funeral)
11 a.m.
Jonesville Baptist Church
5201 Montgomery St,
Savannah, Georgia 31415
Letter of condolences to the Davis Family can be sent to:
“I am Troy Davis”
P.O. Box 2105
Savannah, GA 31407
In lieu of flowers, donations may be mailed to:
I AM TROY FUND
Capitol City Bank
339 MLK, Jr., Blvd.
Savannah, Georgia 31401
Source: NAACP
Additionally, supporters are asked to sign a petition in Troy’s memory, calling for an end to the Death Penalty in Georgia: www.naacp.org/georgia
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Submit a story, news, or opinion to DryerBuzz.com http://Pitch.DryerBuzz.comAtlanta TONIGHT: Community Mass Meeting & Memorial Service with Keynote Judge Penny Brown-Reynolds Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church | #TroyDavis #NAACP
September 29, 2011
We heard via Atlanta radio (WAOK.com) that a community meeting and keynote by Judge Penny Brown-Reynolds will address and carry a memorial tone for Troy Davis who was executed in Georgia. With NAACP highly involved in fighting for clemency for Davis, it is likely we heard correct and the event will serve as a community meeting and memorial. The event takes place as part of NAACP Georgia State Conference Convention.
Details from Dekalb Branch NAACP website:
Community Mass Meeting & Memorial Service
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2011
Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church
1202 W. Marietta St., NW
Atlanta, Georgia
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m
PRESIDING:
Reverend Dr. R.L. White, President, Atlanta Branch
Pastor, Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church
Atlanta, Georgia
SPEAKER:
The Honorable Judge Penny Brown-Reynolds
Atlanta, Georgia
For updates prior to, continue listening to WAOK.com which provides local news for Atlanta.
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Live Stream: Top NBA Players Takeover BET Hip Hop Awards 2011 for Charity | September 30, 2011
September 29, 2011
Atlanta — SLAM Magazine, Victory H2O, C9 by Champion, The V Firm, Q6 Entertainment and The Cube Lounge present the Southern Hospitality Showcase Atlanta 2011. The sporting event is a summer league styled, competitive basketball exhibition featuring over 20 of the NBA’s hottest players in a high paced, energetic “pick-up” style game. The event, which coincides with BET Hip Hop Awards Weekend, is Friday, September 30, 2011 at Morehouse College – Forbes Arena with the game starting at 8PM. Proceeds from the charity event will benefit The American Heart Association, Sickle Cell Anemia & Research, Green Boy & Morehouse College Athletics.
Street Basketball Association in partnership with HLA Management is production team for the Southern Hospitality Showcase Atlanta 2011. The event will also include live entertainment including performances and DJ Irie, Official DJ of the Miami Heat. Confirmed NBA Players participating include Marquis Daniels, Rajon Rondo. Jason Terry, Steven Jackson, Nate Robinson, Josh Howard, John Wall, Al Harrington, Josh Selby, Trey Thompkins, Travis Thompkins, and JJ Hickson; with more player announcements scheduled for the coming days. “Attendees can expect a perfect blend of the rawness and athleticism street ball is known best for, and the strategies and techniques of professional ball play. We’re going to have a great time and raise money for some very worthy causes,” explains Marquis Daniels. The game will be streamed live on http://SlamOnline.com courtesy of http://SpunLive.com. Tickets go on sale now via on http://ticketalternative.com. Patrons can also purchase tickets at Forbes Arena Box Office the day of the event.Start Living Atlanta Style — You just got the buzz from www.DryerBuzz.com — Combing the headlines. Transforming the way we look — at life.
Submit a story, news, or opinion to DryerBuzz.com http://Pitch.DryerBuzz.comThe Clippings: Brian Keith Launches New Talk Radio Show Aimed at Political Awareness for Young People | State of The Black Union
September 29, 2011
The Clippings: Inspire, inform, educate and empower are the keywords for Brian Keith’s new
Radio Talk show entitled “State of the Black Union” – aimed at political awareness for African American and Minority youth.
Produced by 2039 Media Group on the Blogtalk Radio Network, The show is designed to make political issues important to the 17-35 year old demographic by covering all the hottest topics, issues, stories, and people in African American Politics. State of the Black Union will have a mix of feature guest, politicians, community activist, authors, and citizens making a difference in the community. Combined with Music, Chat Rooms, and Call in Commentary this show brings a new twist to a topic often considered “old folks” stuff.
The show will also feature two co-host, Charles Johnson who is a 2011 Graduate of the Thomas M. Cooley Law School and member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Charles has worked with Assistant Attorney Generals, drafting motions, pleadings, conduct depositions of witnesses, and legal research for the state and federal cases that go to trial. He is passionate about educating young people on the way the laws work.
Also hosting is Lashuda Campbell, a graduate of Fort Valley State University, now working on her Masters Degree in Public Relations at Syracuse University.She is a successful Photojournalist, Community Advocate and founder of the Political blog League of Young Voters Education Fund http://www.99problems.org
State of the Black Union is designed to do the impossible, make politics cool to young people. The first show airs October 19, 2011 at 4:00pm and will air weekly
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The Cut with that Brother! Boys & Girls Clubs of America Inducts Dominique Wilkins Into Alumni Hall of Fame
September 29, 2011
Atlanta — Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s (BGCA) 2011 Great Futures Gala, October 6, 2011, will raise funds to support BGCA’s efforts nationwide and honor a great champion for youth, Dominique Wilkins, with induction into BGCA’s Alumni Hall of Fame.
Wilkins, the legendary Atlanta Hawks powerhouse and a Club member as a child, grew up to be a basketball superstar, a member of the NBA Hall of Fame and the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. Bob Williams, president of the Atlanta Hawks and Philips Arena will present Wilkins for induction Thursday, October 6, 2011 at The Grand Atrium at 200 Peachtree (190 Peachtree Street NW), Atlanta, GA 30303.
Earlier this month, Facebook, in partnership with Cartoon Network, introduced the Stop Bullying: Speak Up App, an interactive social media pledge that enables users to make a personal commitment—and recruit others to join them—to help stop bullying.
BGCA and Cartoon Network have partnered to offer Clubs the “Stop Bullying: Speak Up” campaign, aimed at empowering youth, particularly bystanders, to take action and reduce bullying. The effort provides Clubs nationwide with multimedia tools and resources that offer tactical recommendations for effective responses to bullying and cyber-bullying situations. The program also provides guidance for parents, caregivers and educators, including how to recognize and protect children from various types of harassment.
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Sunset: Sylvia Robinson, Mother of Hip-Hop, dead | Death Notice Reported
September 29, 2011
Sylvia Vanterpool Robinson, 75, often credited as the Mother of Hip-Hop, died today at 6:28 a.m. EST from congestive heart failure.
Sylvia is revered in the rap community as the producer who took Chic’s sample of “Good Times” and with the help of the Sugar Hill Gang, turned it into “Rapper’s Delight,” the first hip-hop record to go mainstream.
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Hair She Goes! The American Heart Association Offering Scholarships to Multicultural Women | Healthcare Careers
September 28, 2011
The American Heart Association is offering national scholarships to multicultural women interested in healthcare careers. As part of its Go Red For Women awareness campaign, the association hopes to expand the much-needed pipeline of diverse nursing and medical students and increase cultural competence in health care. Information about the Go Red(TM) Multicultural Scholarship Fund is at www.GoRedForWomen.org/GoRedScholarship.
Sixteen females will receive a $2,500 scholarship to support them in their studies. Deadline for entry is November 30, 2011. Demand on health care continues to increase, but the number of multicultural women working in U.S. hospitals and medical schools is low – even as the U.S. population becomes increasingly diverse. “Macy’s is proud to have helped launch the Go Red Multicultural Scholarship Fund to encourage students nationwide to explore career opportunities that make a direct impact in their communities by joining the fight against heart disease in women,” said Bill Hawthorne, Macy’s Senior Vice President of Diversity Strategies.
“Health care is always in need of talented people. If we can get more deserving, diverse females into the medical pipeline through the Go Red Multicultural Scholarship Fund, then it helps our industry and it helps society,” said Karol Watson, M.D., associate professor of cardiology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Vice President of the Association of Black Cardiologists and American Heart Association spokesperson.
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