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A New Deal For Michael Steele??????

Melody Masters — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 21:12:46 +0000

While CNN has yet to comment, Fox said they have been in talks with several people about a contributor role. I wonder if MSNBC will follow suit now that Keith Olberman abruptly quit...hmmmmm.... Read more..

SMH….More Bad News For Jermaine Jackson: He’s Stuck In Africa!

Melody Masters — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 21:53:39 +0000

As of last month, he still owed $91,921.00 in child support. Once a passport expires, it will not be renewed until the person becomes current on their child support obligation. If he doesn't clear up his debt, it's unclear if the American Embassy will come to the rescue.... Read more..

Today In Black History

Melody Masters — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 20:59:04 +0000

1854-The oldest historically black university in the US, Lincoln University is incorporated. Kwanzaa ends today. The seventh principal (Imani) faith. For more fascinating tidbits check out blackfacts.com.... Read more..

Today In Black History

Melody Masters — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 21:28:27 +0000

1917-Acclaimed actor and director Ossie Davis was born on this day. 1865-The 13th Amendment abolishing slavery was ratified. For more historical tidbits, check out blackfacts.com.... Read more..

Today In Black History

Melody Masters — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 21:27:47 +0000

1944-Rep. Mickey Leland was born in Lubbock, Texas. Leland was killed August 7, 1989 when the plane in which he was a passanger crashed somewhere in Southwestern Ethiopia. 1942-Legendary musician Jimi Hendrix was born on this date. Some of his musical influences included B.B. King, Muddy Waters and Curtis Mayfield. For more fascinating info, check out blackfacts.com.... Read more..

Today In Black History

Melody Masters — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:16:20 +0000

1940-The Supreme Court ruled that whites can't bar African-Americans from white neighborhoods. 1913-Pioneering surgeon, Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, becomes a member of the American College of Surgeons. For more historical facts check out Blackfacts.com.... Read more..

National Adoption Month

Melody Masters — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 22:08:31 +0000

Research shows that many of these youth will face significant obstacles in the future including homelessness, unemployment, depression and substance abuse. The best way to improve these outcomes is to ensure our youth do not age out of foster care without a family. If you'd like more information about Virginia's waiting children, visit www.dss.virgina.gov.... Read more..

Exercise Your Right To VOTE Tuesday, November 2nd!!!

Melody Masters — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 21:13:34 +0000

As a youngster, I remember my grandfather telling me how he had to take a test and pay a poll tax in order to vote. This is what our ancestors had to endure before the Voting Rights Act of 1965. When I cast my first ballot at the age of eighteen in 1981, I was soooo proud. I have been a registered voter ever since!! My family instilled in me the importance of this right and there's no excuse for ANYONE not to exercise their right to vote.... Read more..

Melody’s Classic Video Pick

Melody Masters — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 20:37:03 +0000

Melody’s Classic Video Pick

Melody Masters — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 21:14:48 +0000