Charlotte Benefit Concert Raises $25,000 For Family In Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Charlotte Benefit Concert Raises $25,000 For Family In Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

POSTED: 11:15 pm EDT July 30, 2008
UPDATED: 11:28 pm EDT July 30, 2008

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Hundreds of people withstood a steamy Wednesday night in South Park to attend a benefit concert at Symphony Park to raise money for a local family chosen by Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

The show's producers said the concert raised about $25,000 for the King family.

Jennifer Wojten, of Charlotte, wrote a check for $50 while at the concert.

"This family is definitely deserving of it and helps out anyway they can so we should help out anyway we can," she said.

Peyton Savage, another supporter, agreed.

"It's always nice to be able to come out and do anything for somebody whether or not you know them," said Savage.

Anyone who donated during the concert received a Extreme Makeover Home Edition t-shirt.

Everyone from former Carolina Panther Mike Rucker to cast members from the show turned out to help the King family.

Many believe the large crowd tonight shows just how generous folks in the Queen City are.

"People in charlotte have huge hearts and they always want to help out anyway they can," said Wojten.

"So this community will pull together and bond together to help out."

Kim Sipes, a volunteer, said she didn't think twice about being a part of it as she and several others made their way through the crowd Wednesday with buckets accepting donations.

"People have been great. They're so friendly," said Sipes. "They're yelling for me if I can't see them. They're waving me down!"

All the money raised from the concert will go to the King's building fund and scholarships for the family's children.
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'Let the Kids Grow Day,' a Back to School Program Created by Master P, Romeo, Jim Finkl, Gee Gee the Giraffe, and Heal the Hood Organization

'Let the Kids Grow Day,' a Back to School Program Created by Master P, Romeo, Jim Finkl, Gee Gee the Giraffe, and Heal the Hood Organization
Provides Free School Supplies and Resources to Inner-City Kids

MEMPHIS, TN--(Marketwire - July 30, 2008) - Master P and Romeo are known for their ongoing commitment to giving back to communities through their education and sports programs: P.Miller Youth Centers and Basketball Camps, as well as Gee Gee the Giraffe cartoon, toys, and books. In collaboration with Jim Finkl and Heal the Hood Organization, Master P and Romeo have created the First Annual 'Let the Kids Grow Day,' which will kick off at Mud Island River Park in downtown Memphis, Tennessee on August 1, 2008. Similar events are planned for Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, and California.

This positive, fun-filled, and free event, sponsored by P.Miller Clothing, Jim Finkl Enterprises, and Wal-Mart, will provide free school supplies for less fortunate kids. Master P and Romeo are once again happy to work with Wal-Mart since with the slumping economy and gas prices on the rise, they have worked hard to take the cost out of high fashion by bringing their affordable P.Miller clothing line to Wal-Mart.

This event will also serve as a platform to educate kids in saying 'no' to drugs, staying out of gangs, as well as teaching the importance of respect, education, reading, and music. There will be teachers, counselors, nurses, and doctors in attendance, teaching kids about health, nutrition, childhood obesity as well as the ever-growing importance of saving our planet through recycling and conserving energy.

One of the event's main goals is to prepare minority inner-city kids today for high school and college and start them on a path to better careers for tomorrow. This is something that Master P can relate to, stating "I'm grateful to change my life because it's important to catch up now than having to catch up later."

As an incentive to broaden and further their education, the organization encourages children ages 6-16 to submit an essay addressing the issue: "Why Education Is Important." Ten essay winners will be chosen to each receive a $500 shopping spree.

The event will also have live music entertainment as well as motivational speakers by positive role models in the community such as City Mayor Willie Herenton, County Mayor A.C. Wharton, and newly elected School Board Superintendent, Dr. Kriner Cash.

Accompanying Master P & Romeo will be Gee Gee the Magical Giraffe. Romeo created the character Gee Gee the Giraffe in order to connect with the youth, make learning fun, as well as provide a positive role model that they can relate to. Gee Gee the Giraffe is reminiscent of other children's characters such as Barney and Dora the Explorer.

"If you reach kids with a positive message and instill the importance of education when they're young, they'll have that mentality for the rest of their life," said Romeo. "Gee Gee is going to be a true role model and teach kids through music, books, song, dance, live action, and animation." For more information, visit geegeegiraffe.com

"We will be able to take care of 5,000 kids on our own for this event," continued Master P. "Hopefully with the help of corporate sponsors, we'll be able to do even more next year. This is only the beginning."

Volunteers and donors can make a difference by joining the Let the Kids Grow Foundation. With the support of our community we can truly make a difference in developing more positive young minds and starting them on a track for a better future.

Full Story from previous posting! Recording Superstars to Remake Iconic Doublemint, Juicy Fruit and Big Red Gum Jingles

Recording Superstars to Remake Iconic Doublemint, Juicy Fruit and Big Red Gum Jingles Chris Brown, Julianne Hough and Ne-Yo deliver fresh twists to Wrigley's Brands!!!!

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company (NYSE:WWY), the world’s No. 1 maker of chewing gum, today announced it will partner with pop sensation Chris Brown, rising country star and reality dance show champion Julianne Hough and hip-hop artist Ne-Yo to re-record three of the Wrigley’s Brands well-known jingles: the unforgettable Doublemint “Double Your Pleasure” (1960); the famous Juicy Fruit “Taste is Gonna Move Ya” (1983); and the Big Red “Kiss a Little Longer” (1979), respectively.

“We are thrilled to be rolling out these musical makeovers for some of America’s favorite chewing gums,” said Paul Chibe, Wrigley’s Vice President of North American Gum Marketing. “Chris, Julianne and Ne-Yo are three diverse, multi-talented performers who were able to bring their individuals styles and interpretations to the re-released Doublemint, Juicy Fruit and Big Red jingles.”

To celebrate the relationship, Doublemint gum hosted an invite-only concert for 1,000 guests at Times Square’s Nokia Theater where Brown performed selections from his latest album Exclusive: The Forever Edition along with his first live rendition of the remade jingle. Wrigley’s offered fans the opportunity to attend the exclusive concert via radio giveaways with New York’s Hot 97, Power 105 and Z100. In addition, consumers were also invited to line-up at three pre-determined New York landmarks as well as outside the Nokia Theater to gain entrance into the exclusive event on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The updated jingles are part of Wrigley’s new television and radio advertising campaign that launches in August and follow the spring introduction of the new Slim Pack™ envelope across all the Wrigley’s™ Brands– Big Red, Doublemint, Juicy Fruit, Winterfresh® and Wrigley’s Spearmint®. The summer release of Brown’s smash hit, Forever, which featured the unmistakable Doublemint gum jingle lyrics, kicked-off the creative partnership between Brown and Doublemint gum. Wrigley consulted with Translation Advertising (NY) to conceptualize and identify the artists behind the jingle remakes.

About Wrigley
The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company is a recognized leader in confections with a wide range of product offerings including gum, mints, hard and chewy candies, lollipops, and chocolate. The Company has global sales of $5.4 billion and distributes its world-famous brands in more than 180 countries. Three of these brands – Wrigley's Spearmint®, Juicy Fruit®, and Altoids® – have heritages stretching back more than a century. Other well-loved brands include Doublemint®, Life Savers®, Big Red®, Boomer®, Pim Pom®, Winterfresh®, Extra®, Freedent®, Hubba Bubba®, Orbit®, Excel®, Creme Savers®, Eclipse®, Airwaves®, Solano®, Sugus®, P.K.®, Cool Air® and 5™.

SUSAN TAYLOR ENGAGES HONEY SHINE GIRLS OF SOUTH FLORIDA

SUSAN TAYLOR ENGAGES HONEY SHINE GIRLS OF SOUTH FLORIDA MENTORING
PROGRAM IN POSITIVE DIALOGUE

Successful African-American Mentor and Philanthropist Joins Young Girls of the Honey Shine Mentoring Program and Overtown Youth Center in Miami

Via press release: A select group of young girls in South Florida had the opportunity of a lifetime last week, when Susan Taylor, former editorial director of ESSENCE magazine and active leader of numerous charitable and political organizations across the nation, took time out of her busy schedule to share life lessons and words of encouragement. One hundred girls from the Honey Shine Mentoring Program and Overtown Youth Center gathered to hear Taylor speak on Friday, July 25th, 2008 at the Overtown Youth Center in Miami, Florida.

Tracy Wilson Mourning with Susan TaylorTaylor enlightened the young girls by sharing her life lessons in hopes that they would be able to incorporate her teachings into their own lives. She reiterated the importance of being an individual and the power of being in charge of your own destiny. Taylor reinforced the need for mentors to help them along the way. As a mentor herself to girls across the country, Taylor encouraged each to be resourceful. Mentors can be found anywhere - a teacher, coach, minister, parents, relatives, and especially within the Honey Shine Mentoring Program family.“This was an amazing opportunity for our girls to interact with a leader in the African-American community whose initiatives are aligned with the core of what we do,” said Tracy Wilson Mourning, Founder of the Honey Shine Mentoring Program. “
Honey Shine strives to continuously deliver positive reinforcements, such as Susan and her uplifting speech, which are tools the girls can use to make the right decisions in life.”

Nelly's New Underwear!

Sean John Underwear taps internationally renowned recording artist, Nelly, as their new spokesmodel. The first campaign features the rapper donning the Fall collection of underwear basics and loungewear.

The campaign was shot by Randee St. Nicholas and showcases Nelly in both interior and exterior shots at a modern home overlooking Los Angeles.
Sean “Diddy” Combs on picking Nelly for the new campaign:

“I have known Nelly for many years and I really admire his work. To me, Nelly is the quintessential definition of the Sean John man. He has the attitude, the swagger, and most of all the physique that our customers can both aspire and relate to. And let’s be honest, all of the ladies out there are going to be thanking us for this campaign. The images are so strong; they speak for themselves. We are truly excited to welcome Nelly into the Sean John family.”

Nelly on the campaign:

“I have been a big fan of Diddy and the Sean John clothing line for years. So, when they asked me to work with them, it was a real honor. I hope my fans will enjoy this campaign as much as I did shooting it.”

Chris Brown and Neyo at Wrigley’s Gum Event

Chris Brown, Julianne Hough and Ne-Yo have all partnered with Wrigley’s gum to update the traditional Wrigley’s “jingles” for Doublemint®, Juicy Fruit® and Big Red®. They went to the event in NYC on Tuesday night. Chris Brown is re-doing the Doublemint jingle. Ne-Yo is re-doing the Big Red “kiss a little longer” and Julianne Hough is re-doing the Juicy Fruit jingle. Its about time, they haven’t been changed in forever and these young guys will definitely give the jingles a fresh perspective.

Kristi Yamaguchi- Live Life Give Love Foundation

Live Life Give Love Concert- Aug. 21st

Written by Administrator

Everyone that met him liked him. Everyone that knew him loved him. Patrick Christopher Brandt was a son, a brother, an adoring husband, devoted father, and best friend to all. He wore his heart on his sleeve and shared it with the world. In the fall of 99' Pat was diagnosed with brain cancer. Though he didn't know it at the time, he would be embarking on a journey that would touch the lives of thousands, and inspire all that knew him to live out the rest of there lives with passion and meaning.

Thru countless bouts of chemotherapy and multiple surgeries Pat never lost his smile. Pat didn't run from his cancer, he embraced it. Pat was a strong promoter of the White Bear Lake relay for life, and the American Cancer Society. He was called upon as keynote speaker, and shared his story to all. His employer Lexis Nexis was so moved by his story that they had him speak to hundreds of co-workers at one of their sales conventions. Though married with kids, and carrying a heavy work load Pat always found time to council other cancer survivors, and listen to their story.

On March 2nd 2008 at the age of 37 our dear friend Pat lost his battle with cancer. Pat left behind a wife Jessica, and two beautiful boys Wesley and Charlie ages five and two. In his passing Pat left us with many precious memories, and life lessons learned. Pat passed the torch and now it is our turn to continue his legacy of survival, living life to its fullest, and giving love.

The Patrick Brandt "Live Life Give Love" Celebration Benefit will Take place August 21st at the Myth Nightclub in Maplewood, Minnesota. The event is hosted by one of his best friends; NHL hockey player Bret Hedican and His wife, Olympic Gold Medalist and 2008 Dancing with the Stars Champion, Kristi Yamaguchi along with a number of Patrick's close friends and family members.

Kristi Yamaguchi and her Dancing With The Stars Dance Partner, Mark Ballas will perform for the first time since winning the show in May. They will be performing to the live singing of Franc D'Ambrosio, Phantom of The Opera. Franc is best known as the longest running phantom, having performed over 3000 times. He also played Anthony Corleone in the Godfather III.

Almost Amy, an up and coming Los Angeles band featuring Mark Ballas and fellow Dancing With The Stars performer Derek Hough will be performing live after the dancing. Their music is a unique combination of blues, rock and pop with funky base lines, very melodic and great vocals.
The headliner for the evening is Rob Thomas, as the driving force of matchbox twenty, Rob Thomas is widely acknowledged as one of the most distinctive vocalists and gifted songwriters in contemporary music. Since making their debut in 1996, matchbox has evolved into one of the most admired and consistently successful rock bands in recent history, with over 25 million albums sold worldwide.

As matchbox twenty's primary composer, Thomas has penned a remarkable string of chart-topping hits, including "Push," "3AM," "If You're Gone," "Bent," "Real World," "Back 2 Good," "Mad Season," "Disease," "Unwell," and "Bright Lights." matchbox has earned the distinction of having had more #1 hits and spending more weeks at #1 on both the national Modern AC and Adult Top 40 charts than any other artist in history.

Rob's growing reputation as an exceptional songwriter has led to invitations to collaborate with a select list of artists – most notably Santana, for whom he wrote and sang the smash single, "Smooth," which earned Thomas three Grammy Awards. He has also worked with the likes of Willie Nelson, Marc Anthony, Mick Jagger, and Bernie Taupin. Combining all of his projects, Thomas has contributed to the sales of over 75 million records. He has earned 13 BMI Awards, including both songwriter and song of the year, and he was named Billboard's Songwriter of the Year two years in a row.

In June 2004, the Songwriters Hall of Fame presented Thomas with its first-ever "Starlight Award" – created to recognize a songwriter in the early years of his or her career who is already making a lasting impact. Rob's composing talent has also been acknowledged with cover stories in American Songwriter (which named him songwriter of the year) and Performing Songwriter.
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 10 June 2008 10:57 )

Copyright © 2008 Bret Hedican's Whatever It Takes Foundation. All Rights Reserved.

Yaw Gives for China Schools

YAWMINGFOUNDATION.COM

Yaw Ming Foundation

YAO MING ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF FOUNDATION
-- Yao Ming announces major initiative to help rebuild schools in China --

June 10, 2008 (HOUSTON) – Houston Rockets center Yao Ming announced the launch of “The Yao Ming Foundation” at a press conference today at Toyota Center. The foundation, under the auspices of The Giving Back Fund, will help raise funds and awareness of children’s wellness and welfare issues in China and the United States.

May 12, 2008 will forever be a date to remember, as China’s Sichuan and Gansu provinces fell victim to the devastation of a deadly earthquake. The Yao Ming Foundation will respond to this tragedy as its first initiative by creating a call to action and inviting others to follow. The foundation’s primary earthquake relief efforts will focus on rebuilding earthquake-resistant, high-quality schools.

“It is very hard to put into words how difficult it is to see this kind of destruction,” said Yao. “My thoughts and actions are now focused on helping to rebuild the schools that were destroyed in this tragedy and I hope that others around the world will join in our efforts.”

Yao begins the relief efforts by making an initial, personal commitment of two million US dollars.

“Yao Ming is fully committed to helping the people of China recover from this tragedy,” said Houston Rockets Owner Leslie Alexander. “I am pleased to assist him with his goal of rebuilding the schools that were destroyed and I commend him on his quick response to this terrible event.”

Alexander presented The Yao Ming Foundation with a gift of $100,000 through the team’s charitable organization, The Clutch City Foundation. Cold Stone Creamery pledged a minimum donation of $100,000 to be raised through an in-store promotion in China, where a percentage of sales will go to The Yao Ming Foundation. Fellow NBA players Steve Nash, Baron Davis, Greg Oden, Raymond Felton, Andris Biedrins, Marko Jaric and Marcus Williams along with WNBA player Diana Taurasi also donated to the foundation. Houston Mayor Bill White presented The Yao Ming Foundation with over $100,000 in donations from Houston companies and private contributors.

“Houston has shown it has a big heart, and helping to build new schools for people so devastated by the earthquake in China demonstrates it again,” said Mayor White. “We’re proud to work with Yao Ming and generous contributors to make it happen.”

More than 8,000 schoolrooms and 185 schools were destroyed during the 8.0 earthquake in China. A donation of $100,000 will rebuild a permanent school for approximately 300 students while a gift of $3,500 will provide one prefabricated classroom for 50 students, including desks and chairs. Yao will support all of the foundation’s administrative costs. A full 100% of all contributions from the public will go directly to earthquake relief. To partner with Yao in helping to rebuild China and to learn more about The Yao Ming Foundation, visit http://www.theyaomingfoundation.org.

The Giving Back Fund (www.givingback.org) is a national nonprofit organization established in 1997 to provide professional philanthropic consulting, mentoring and management to athletes, entertainers and other high profile individuals. With offices in Boston and Los Angeles, The Giving Back Fund has worked successfully with more than 75 professional athletes, entertainers, and business entrepreneurs, helping them achieve their philanthropic goals. While The Giving Back Fund has developed special expertise in providing philanthropic consulting to athletes and entertainers, its services are available to anyone committed to increasing the impact of their philanthropy.

G2 taking over.... is that MJ! YEP!

Past ART FOR LIFE video

"CHOOSE OR LOSE & KANYE WEST PRESENT: HOMECOMING"

Jul 21, 2008
MTV'S CHOOSE OR LOSE & KANYE WEST GIVE BACK TO IRAQ WAR VETERANS WITH THE POWERFUL MTV NEWS DOCUMENTARY
"CHOOSE OR LOSE & KANYE WEST PRESENT: HOMECOMING"

MONDAY, JULY 28TH AT 10PM ET/PT

New York, NY (July 21, 2008) – In this next installment of "Choose or Lose," MTV's ongoing campaign to bring awareness to young veterans issues, MTV News and Kanye West have teamed up to tell the stories of returning veterans in the powerful documentary "Choose or Lose & Kanye West Present: Homecoming" set to air on Monday, July 28 at 10pm ET/PT. In this one hour special, Kanye West, along with MTV's Sway Calloway, give recently returned Iraq war veterans the surprise of their lives by unexpectedly visiting their homes. Viewers will see first-hand the d if ficult and often painful challenges young vets face when they return home. In order to make sure that the stories are heard Sway and Kanye traveled to the homes of veterans, heard their stories and expressed gratitude for their service. But it didn't end there…On behalf of MTV and the Dr. Donda West Foundation, Sway and Kanye gave each veteran a life changing gift. Debts were paid off, rents were taken care of and tuitions were funded.

"There are hundreds of veterans out there who are falling through the cracks. They make the ultimate sacr if ices for us by laying down their lives, but it seems like a lot of them just get forgotten about" said Kanye West. "I know my music inspires and helps a lot of people but you can always do more. I teamed up with MTV and took the opportunity to share the spotlight with these veterans and hear their stories. I went to their homes to listen and get their first hand experiences. I wanted to hear their stories."

"The stories of the veterans from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are important and worth telling." said Dave Sirulnick, Executive Vice President for MTV News and Production. "In conversations with veterans over the last year, it became clear that Kanye's music is used by soldiers in Iraq as a way of connecting to home. Once these veterans return home, their stories are so moving that you can't help but want to do the right thing and help them out."

The "Choose or Lose & Kanye West Present: Homecoming" special will shine the spotlight on three Iraq war veterans, representing the diverse cross-section of America 's returning armed forces. The issues faced by these three young veterans are emblematic of the issues that will be faced by the more than 1.7 million young people who have fought in Iraq and Afghanistan . The documentary will also highlight how viewers can help through extensive resources available through Chooseorlose.com and the Dr. Donda West Foundation.

Viewers can go to Chooseorlose.com and interact with the show and the veterans, find ways to take action on these issues and share their own thoughts on the subject. They can also get more information on the veterans featured by clicking on the following profile links also available on chooseorlose.com: Tirann Lewis, Shameeka Gray and Lorenzo Zarate.

Recent MTV research revealed that nearly 70 percent of young people 18-29 personally know someone who has fought in Iraq . Through this special news presentation, Choose or Lose hopes to elevate the issues of young, new veterans; ensure Presidential candidates address these issues; and mobilize millions of young people to understand and take action in ways to help their peers who have served, who with the greatest honor, ensure that they register and vote.

The "Choose or Lose & Kanye West Present: Homecoming" special will also be available on MTV Mobile through all of its wireless carrier distribution partners. To receive regular alerts on their mobile phone, viewers will be able to text ST to 84465 from MTV's 51 "Street Team '08" members, specially-recruited citizen journalists, one in each state and Washington , D.C. , covering the 2008 elections from a youth perspective. There will also be weekly MTV News stories on issues that affect young veterans. Online viewers will be able to get a sneak peek of the special on Friday, July 25th when the first act will be featured on the home page of AOL and within AOL Music's The Boombox (http://www.theboombox.com/) and PopEater (http://www.popeater.com/) sections, as well as AOL Video (http://video.aol.com/) and AOL News (http://news.aol.com/entertainment).

"Choose or Lose '08" (http://www.ChooseorLose.com) is MTV's Emmy-Award winning campaign to engage, inform and empower young voters on the political issues that matter to them most. First launched in 1992, the campaign has helped fuel several of the largest youth voter turnouts in US history, including in 2004, when it helped inspire nearly 22 million 18-30 year olds to register and vote. Other elements of "Choose or Lose '08" include the pioneering MTV / MySpace Presidential Dialogue Series, which has featured Senators McCain, Clinton, Obama, Edwards, Governor Huckabee and Representative Paul taking unfiltered questions – in person and online, in real time – from youth nationwide; "Choose or Lose Presents Clinton & Obama Answer Young Veterans"; and MTV "Street Team '08," 51 specially-recruited citizen journalists, one in each state and Washington, D.C., covering the 2008 elections from a youth perspective. "Street Team" members file weekly multi-media reports, tailor their coverage for mobile devices and focus on the political issues that most impact young people in their respective states. On July 4th Choose or Lose presented exclusive 60-second video messages on MTV2 from presumptive Presidential candidates, republican Senator John McCain and Democratic Senator Barack Obama. These messages paid tribute to the young men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces. All "Choose or Lose" content – plus more information on the candidates, issues, registering to vote and a spirited debate – can be found on http://www.ChooseorLose.com.

Think MTV (Think.MTV.com) is dynamic, multimedia-driven and enables youth to easily learn more about the issues that matter to them most, share their opinions – via uploaded online videos, podcasts and blogs – and connect with others to make a d if ference. The site is one of the only to reward members for positive actions taken online or off, serving up chances to hang out with socially conscious celebs, access to exclusive MTV events, exposure on MTV and other national media outlets, as well as grants, scholarships and more. For more information or to build a profile and become involved, visit Think.MTV.com.

About The Dr. Donda West Foundation

The mission of the Dr. Donda West Foundation, formerly known as the Kanye West Foundation, is to help combat the severe dropout problem in schools across the United States by partnering with community organizations to provide underserved youth access to music production programs that will enable them to unleash their creative ability and reach their full potential. Kanye's vision, and thus the vision of the Dr. Donda West Foundation, is its inaugural program, "Loop Dreams", a music production program designed to motivate students to stay in school and graduate. Students study hip-hop culture along with its historical roots, positive impacts and negative influences, write music and positive song lyrics, learn to operate music studio equipment, and produce demonstration recordings through an interactive, fully engaging curriculum. Additionally, the young people receive academic support and enrichment so that they stay on track for graduation and future academic success. Dr. Donda West Foundation is committed to providing high quality programs in partnership with community organizations such as Challengers Boys & Girls Club in South Central Los Angeles, California where Loop Dreams is currently implemented.

About MTV

MTV is the dynamic, vibrant experiment at the intersection of music, creativity and youth culture. For over 26 years, MTV has evolved, challenged the norm, and detonated boundaries—giving each new generation a creative outlet and voice that entertains, informs and unites on every platform and screen. On-air, MTV has been the number one rated 24 hour ad-supported cable network P12-24 for 16 straight years. Online, MTV.com scored double-digit growth in 2007 and MTV launched 15 dynamic online communities and eight new virtual worlds. On the go, MTV Mobile is the #1 music brand in the wireless space – delivering 90% more streams than in 2006. And MTV's successful sibling networks MTV2, mtvU and MTV Tr3s each deliver unprecedented customized content, super-serving music fans, college students and young American Latinos like no one else. MTV is part of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Wanna know more? Come on in… http://www.mtvpress.com.

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Terrell Owens is a sweet, sweet man

Monday, Jul 21, 2008 10:59 am EDT

Terrell Owens is a sweet, sweet man
By MJD

If you get mowed down by a Honda Civic, you'd be extremely lucky to have Terrell Owens nearby. You might think that he'd just stand there, do some shirtless sit-ups while you bled to death, insinuate that you're gay, and then demand to know why you don't throw footballs to him more often.

Not the case, as it turns out. Sam Alipour, a writer for ESPN's Page 2, found out the hard way that Owens is a kind-hearted fellow. After the ESPYs were taped on Wednesday night, Alipour was hit by a car. When he came to, here's what he saw:


Terrell Owens was standing over me. I'm told he was the first do-gooder on the scene of the accident. That he helped me to my feet and off the street to safe ground. That he didn't leave my side. It seems the mercurial Dallas Cowboys receiver is my hero. But my hero looks scared, and this scares me.

"Wow, you all right, man?" Owens kept asking me, but in a manner that would suggest there is no possible way that I, in fact, could be all right. "Don't move. Just sit there. Breathe. Don't move."

It's now that I noticed the car's jacked windshield, which sports a hole the size of, well, my upper torso.

Yikes, I did that?

"That was crazy. Crazy," Owens confirmed. "You all right, man?

I'm fine, nothing to worry about, but Owens is so concerned, so kind, and I'm so touched by this -- we hardly know each other -- that I think my lip is quivering. There's a good chance I could break down like T.O. at that news conference. (It's just not fair. That's my receiver, man.)

Alipour wasn't seriously hurt, and Owens didn't stick around to be thanked or acknowledged.

But thanks go out to him here, just for being a solid guy. He deserves all the positive image rehabilitation that comes with being a good samaritan after a nearby car vs. pedestrian incident.

WEEN EVENT in NYC!!

D.C. Native Vernon "The Duke" Davis' First Annual 'Party With a Purpose' Weekend

Saturday, July 12, 2008

D.C. Native Vernon "The Duke" Davis' First Annual 'Party With a Purpose' Weekend

Washington, D.C. native and former University of Maryland Terrapin, Vernon Davis, #85 for the San Francisco 49ers, is hosting his first annual 'Party With a Purpose' charity extravaganza, July 18-20 in Washington, D.C.

Before the new season gets under way, Vernon wants to show love and appreciation for his hometown by raising money and giving back to the community from which he came. To that end, he has planned a fun-filled celebrity weekend to raise money for various charities. Special invited guests include: Shawne Merriman and Shaun Phillips of the San Diego Chargers; San Francisco 49ers teammates Moran Norris, Delaine Walker, Kentwan Balmer, Ray McDonald, and Manny Lawson; San Antonio Spurs' Roger Mason Jr., Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Sonics; Darnell Dockett of the Arizona Cardinals, actors Trey Chaney of HBO's The Wire and Brian White; Vince Young of the Tennessee Titans, and many more.

Event Schedule

Friday, July 18, 2008
Vernon Davis Stop The Violence Football Clinic, Greater Washington Boys and Girls Club
10am - 2pm and Celebrity Flag Football game, 3pm - 430 pm. Later that evening, Love Night Club (Red Carpet), 10pm -3am

Saturday, July 19, 2008
Lucky Strike Bowling Event (Red Carpet) 5pm - 9pm and Laylas Night Club, 10pm - 3am

Sunday, July 20, 2008
Sunday Brunch (invite only),

Coca-Cola Keeps It Cool with Teen Concert Tour Featuring Grammy Award-Winning Star Lupe Fiasco

Jul 17, 2008
Coca-Cola Keeps It Cool with Teen Concert Tour Featuring Grammy Award-Winning Star Lupe Fiasco

Six-City "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" Kicks off in Los Angeles
July 17, 2008

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Coca-Cola keeps the summer cool and makes it hot for teens across the country as it kicks off the six-city, invitation only "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" featuring hip hop artist Lupe Fiasco today in Los Angeles.

Starting tonight in Hollywood, Grammy award-winning hip hop artist Lupe Fiasco will bring his hits, "Kick, Push" and "Superstar" to lucky teens, ages 13-17, across the country for an exclusive, invitation only concert tour created by Coca-Cola North America. The "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour" opens today at the Avalon in Hollywood and will travel to some of the hottest venues in five other cities including: The Electric Factory (Philadelphia, August 3); The Tabernacle (Atlanta, August 8); Park West (Chicago, August 17); LOVE (Washington D.C., August 21); and, The Filmore at Irving Plaza (New York City, August 29). Up-and-coming artist Karina Pasian will open the show.

"The 'Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour' continues Coca-Cola's tradition of connecting African American teens with something they love – Coca-Cola and music," said Yolanda White, assistant vice president, African American Marketing, Coca-Cola North America. "Not only will each concert offer the teens an unforgettable musical experience, it will give each of them a taste of the Coke Side of Life – a moment in time that is refreshingly optimistic and uplifting. And, by engaging an artist like Lupe Fiasco, they will be encouraged to live on the positive side of life."
Tickets to the show are free and can only be obtained from partnering radio stations, participating retailers and Coca-Cola street teams traveling to teen hot spots throughout the cities. In addition, select Boys & Girls Clubs in each market will distribute tickets to deserving Club teens.

"I am looking forward to the 'Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour.' It's a unique opportunity for me to bring a message of positivity and what it really means to be cool," said Lupe Fiasco. "I hope it will be an unforgettable experience for every teen who attends."
The Grammy award-winning Lupe Fiasco came on the music scene in 2006 with the chart-topping debut single, "Kick, Push." He has been lauded by critics and fans alike for his clean, underground, storytelling rap style that is contrast to popular mainstream lyrics glamorizing materialism, sexuality and violence. His music is inspired by his love for Japanese animation, comic books, video games, art, literature and philosophy. MTV recently ranked him No. 7 on the list of "hottest MCs in the Game 2008." His highly anticipated sophomore album, "The Cool" was released in December 2007 and has garnered current hits "Superstar," "Paris Tokyo" and "Hip Hop Saved My Life."

Partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs
The partnership with local Boys & Girls Clubs is part of a long-term national relationship The Coca-Cola Company has with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the non-profit youth organization. As part of the "Coca-Cola Refresh Your Flow Tour," select teens from local Clubs will receive the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Lupe Fiasco and attend the concert as VIPs.
Radio stations offering "Refresh Your Flow Tour" tickets are: Power 106, Los Angeles; Power 99, Philadelphia; HOT 107.9, Atlanta; WGCI, Chicago; WPGC Jams, Washington D.C.; and, HOT 97, New York City. Check with each station directly to learn more about how to obtain tickets.

The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 450 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the world's most valuable brand, the Company's portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid and Georgia Coffee. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Company's beverages at a rate of 1.5 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that protect the environment, conserve resources and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. For more information about our Company, please visit our website at www.thecoca-colacompany.com.Contacts

WHO's WHO IN BLACK CHARLOTTE- July 30, 2008

CHARLOTTE'S NETWORK EVENT OF THE YEAR

Date: Location:

Time: Wednesday, July 30, 2008

The Westin Charlotte 601 South College Street Charlotte , NC 28202

Networking Reception 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar

Official Book Unveiling Program 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

FOREWORD BY JULIUS L. CHAMBERS

Mistress of Ceremonies - SONJA GANTT

Entertainment by Reggie Buie Trio

$50.00 Per Ticket includes a copy of WHO’S WHO IN BLACK CHARLOTTE™ THE INAUGURAL EDITION

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Kanye West Announced As Grand Finale Performance For The Nike+ Human Race - The World's Largest One Day Running Event

Kanye West Announced As Grand Finale Performance For The Nike+ Human Race - The World's Largest One Day Running Event
Moby Confirmed To Play London as Online Registration Opens Globally

BEAVERTON, Ore., June 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Music takes center stage on the heels of the official registration opening for the Nike+ Human Race, the world's biggest one-day running event taking place on August 31, 2008. The race brings together the power of sport and music to inspire and connect runners from every corner of the planet. Participants in this unprecedented event will experience an exclusive music performance by some of today's top artists in each of the 25 designated race cities.

In Los Angeles, nine-time Grammy Award winning artist Kanye West will headline the run's post race concert for the grand finale of the 25-city Nike+ Human Race. Runners will take to the streets passing the city's most famous landmarks before ending at the LA Coliseum to see West take the stage.

"I'm hitting the stage in Los Angeles for the Nike+ Human Race, Nike's dopest 10k run ever. This race is bringing together hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world to run and listen to some great music while serving a higher cause, and I'm excited to perform in L.A. as part of the grand finale," said West.

West's performance will bring to a close, an unprecedented day of races and activities around the globe starting in Taipei, ending in LA and including cities across Europe, Asia and North and South America.

In London, runners will be treated to an exclusive performance by world-renowned American DJ, songwriter, musician and singer Moby in the city's famed Wembley Stadium. Other all-star artists confirmed to play at the Nike+ Human Race include chart-topping rock band All-American Rejects in NY; hometown favorite Fall Out Boy in Chicago; R&B songstress Kelly Rowland in Paris; dance-electro-pop duo The Pinker Tones in Madrid, Turkish pop sensation Kenan Dogulu in Istanbul; the Fantastic Four in Munich; Beijing-based singing duo Yu Quan in Shanghai and American rock band Boy Likes Girl in Singapore.

Beyond running and music, the Nike+ Human Race is also an opportunity to give back. Participants will be able to run for a worthy cause and support the three official Nike+ Human Race charitable partners: the Lance Armstrong Foundation -- uniting people in the fight against cancer; WWF -- the global conservation organization addressing the causes and impacts of climate change; and the UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org campaign -- bringing sport and education to refugee youth. Together, Nike and runners will raise funds to donate at least USD $3 million to the Nike+ Human Race charities. Money will be raised via givebacks from registration fees, a percentage of Nike+ Human Race t-shirt sales and a donation of USD $1 million from Nike.

The Nike+ Human Race will also feature an online pledge tool so individual runners can donate additional funds to the cause of their choice and invite friends and family to contribute on their behalf.

"As a committed runner and a cancer survivor, I'm proud to be participating in the Nike+ Human Race," Lance Armstrong said. "The race offers the best of both worlds by bringing together a global community to run together and support worthy causes like the Lance Armstrong Foundation, the UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org and WWF in our combined efforts to have a positive impact on the world."

Other Nike athletes will also be joining the movement to run with the world and for a cause. Like Lance Armstrong, they will serve as honorary athlete ambassadors for the charities and join in Human Race activities. Six-time marathon winner and current NY Marathon Champion, Paula Radcliffe and middle distance runner Kara Goucher will be running to support WWF, while marathoner Meb Keflezighi will be representing ninemillion.org.

Nikeplus.com will be the official destination for the Nike+ Human Race and for all pre-race training needs. Here, runners can create a personal profile page or stay motivated by sampling and downloading the latest in Nike+ Sport Music offerings. Sport Music offers runners the best in original Training Run and Coaching Mixes designed specifically for treadmill and road runs. Beginning June 15, runners will also be able to visit Race City pages covering local race info and news, Training pages for information and links to in-city training runs, events with official race partners including 24Hour Fitness and Starbucks and Nike+ Coach training. Gear pages covering the latest in Nike performance training gear and Nike+ product will also be offered.

For more information on the Nike+ Human Race and a complete listing of race cities visit nikeplus.com.

About Nike+ Human Race

On 08.31.08, Nike hosts a run like no other before with the Nike+ Human Race -- the World's Largest One Day Running Event. Nike's first global race will take place over the course of one day, with a goal of one million runners, across 25 cities and featuring 25 top musical acts. The 10k event celebrates runners and their sport, offering participants across the globe the chance to run and compete together in an unprecedented race experience. Spanning multiple continents, Nike+ Human Race cities will include LA, New York, London, Madrid, Paris, Istanbul, Melbourne, Shanghai, Sao Paulo and Vancouver among others. Following races in each city, participants will be treated to an exclusive music concert featuring one of today's top artists. Participants will be able to run for a cause as a portion of funds raised will be donated to three Nike+ Human Race beneficiaries: WWF, the global conservation organization, Lance Armstrong Foundation and UN refugee agency's ninemillion.org campaign. The race will be open to anyone, anywhere. Runners outside of the 25 race day cities can join by logging into nikeplus.com. With the help of Nike+ and the Nike+ SportBand, every city and every road can become a race-day course. For more information, visit nikeplus.com.

About Nike

NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Cole Haan Holdings Incorporated, which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags, accessories and coats; Umbro Ltd., a leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand; and Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories. For more information, visit http://www.nikebiz.com/.

Source: Nike

Web site: http://www.nikeplus.com/
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Carmelo Speaking on charity!

ZO's Summer Groove- CPM was there! You thought you had fun this weekend!

ZO's Summer Groove- CPM was there!

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Marcus Camby goes to the Los Angeles Clippers!

The Los Angeles Clippers have acquired forward Marcus Camby from the Denver Nuggets in exchange for the option to swap second round picks in 2010. Camby who won the 2007 Defensive Player of the Year award should help add an defensive dimension to the Clippers.

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