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Urban One’s inspirational stations raise $1.5 Million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Radio One and Reach Media, the audio divisions of Urban One, Inc., joined forces with St. Jude to raise $1,553,247 nationally during the 17th annual St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ® Radiothon on Feb. 29 and March 1.

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Radio One and Reach Media, the audio divisions of Urban One, Inc., joined forces with St. Jude to raise $1,553,247 nationally during the 17th annual St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ® Radiothon on Feb. 29 and March 1.
Over the past 17 years, the Urban One partnership has helped the children and families of St. Jude by raising $22 million during the St. Jude Urban Cares.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311638274/en/
Erica Campbell with St. Jude patient Avery and her mom, Valentine.
“For 17 years, our partners and friends at urban music stations nationwide have united listeners to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr. , President and CEO of ALSAC , the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Atlanta Community Food Bank Makes Strides With 40th Annual Hunger Walk Run

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is inviting the community to take steps together to fight local hunger.

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The Atlanta Community Food Bank is inviting the community to take steps together to fight local hunger.
The 40th anniversary Hunger Walk Run is scheduled for Sunday, March 10, 2024, and is a hybrid event offering in-person and virtual participation.
“We are thrilled to kick off this year’s Hunger Walk Run that now spans four decades,” said Kyle Waide , President & CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank.
For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank including how you can help, visit www.acfb.org or follow them on Facebook or Instagram .

Annie Nightingale: DJ, author, presenter, mother. Raver extraordinaire.

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

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She outlasted all the male counterparts from the 1970s and – unlike most of them – she never lost her touch or went out of fashion.

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She outlasted all the male counterparts from the 1970s and – unlike most of them – she never lost her touch or went out of fashion.
She was also renowned for being the last person to leave any party.
The only other DJ comparable to Nightingale was her beloved co-pilot John Peel, whose untimely death in 2004 deeply affected her.
Nightingale sought out new music and was committed to the idea that a change of tempo heralded in a new music generation.

Life as a journalist

She soon found work as a journalist and became ensconced in swinging sixties London.
At the age of 19, Nightingale ran away to Brighton with a married man, which was scandalous at the time.
In Brighton, Nightingale started working on the Brighton Argus writing a music column covering the bands that came to play in city.
In the end she claimed they only hired her in 1970 because she was a music journalist and the station needed to abide by the strict needle time regulations.

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KENDRICK LAMAR AND 'MOVE AFRIKA: RWANDA' LIGHT UP KIGALI WITH SOLD OUT SHOW, LAUNCHING THE FIRST PAN-AFRICAN TOURING CIRCUIT HEADLINED BY INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

KIGALI, Rwanda, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The first ever Move Afrika event, held tonight in Kigali, was unlike any live show Rwanda has seen before. A light-filled, sold-out BK Arena hosted Move Afrika: Rwanda, a spectacular night of music, culture, and advocacy that took East African entertainment to new heights and will be remembered for years to come as the birth of the first pan-African touring circuit for international artists.

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Bruce Melodie opened the night with an energetic performance that included his smash hits 'Katerina', 'When She's Around' and 'Henzapu.'
Rwandan poet Fred Mfuranzima treated the audience to a spoken word performance of his moving poem, 'The Unstoppable Sea'.
We are looking forward to hosting global citizens every year, here in Kigali, through Move Afrika.
"Global Citizen and pgLang launched Move Afrika to pioneer a first-of-its-kind international music touring circuit throughout the continent of Africa.

Freedom House Welcomes Four New Trustees

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Monday, November 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom House is pleased to announce that Deborah A. Cowan, Conrad Kiechel, Félix Maradiaga, and Bill Reichblum are joining its board of trustees.

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom House is pleased to announce that Deborah A. Cowan, Conrad Kiechel, Félix Maradiaga, and Bill Reichblum are joining its board of trustees.
"At a time when democratic freedoms and personal liberties are under threat around the world, we are fortunate to welcome this accomplished new cohort of trustees to help Freedom House maintain a smart, nonpartisan path forward," said Wendell L. Willkie II, co-chair of the Freedom House Board of Trustees.
The four new trustees join 32 other highly regarded leaders from the academic, corporate, political, communications and media sectors on the Freedom House board.
Trustees advise on the overall direction of Freedom House, support its mission and needs, and assist with the general promotion of the organization.

THE RLJ COMPANIES ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF SCOTT ROYSTER AS THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OF CARIBBEAN CAGE (AN RLJ COMPANIES MAJORITY OWNED COMPANY)

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

BETHESDA, Md. and MIAMI, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CAGE Companies (an RLJ Companies majority-owned company), a leading operator of gaming systems, terminals and games in the Caribbean Community and South America today announced the appointment of Scott Royster as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 1, 2023.

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and MIAMI, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CAGE Companies (an RLJ Companies majority-owned company), a leading operator of gaming systems, terminals and games in the Caribbean Community and South America today announced the appointment of Scott Royster as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 1, 2023.
Scott has also previously served as a Director of one of my companies, RLJ Entertainment, said Robert L. Johnson, Founder of The RLJ Companies and majority owner of the CAGE Companies.
Mr. Royster brings a wealth of financial leadership and experience to the CAGE Companies and will play a crucial role in driving the financial growth, discipline, and strategies at CAGE.
"I am extremely honored to be joining the CAGE Companies at this very exciting time in their history," said Royster.

Skyworks Introduces New Family of Digital Radio Coprocessors for Automotive Infotainment Systems

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: SWKS) today introduced the Si469xx family of automotive digital radio coprocessors for future in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems.

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Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: SWKS) today introduced the Si469xx family of automotive digital radio coprocessors for future in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems.
With its combination of integration, flexibility and low cost, the Si469xx family of coprocessors is optimized to operate with Skyworks’ Si479xx Hybrid Software Defined Radio (SDR) Tuners to achieve a cost-effective digital radio receiver.
“Along with our family of Si479xx Hybrid SDR tuners, this new family of digital radio coprocessors enhances our overall automotive product portfolio and bolsters our strategy in this key secular growth market.
Skyworks is strongly positioned to address RTM, SDR and head unit automotive radio implementations.”
More information about the Si469xx family of digital radio coprocessors can be found here .

1-800-TRUCKWRECK TO AWARD $47,500 TO ATLANTA-AREA HIGH SCHOOL BANDS THROUGH THE THIRD ANNUAL GREAT ATLANTA BAND CHALLENGE

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

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ATLANTA, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-TruckWreck , powered by Witherite Law Group , is sponsoring the third annual Great Atlanta Band Challenge, in partnership with Hot 107.9 and Majic 107.5/97.5.

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ATLANTA, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-TruckWreck , powered by Witherite Law Group , is sponsoring the third annual Great Atlanta Band Challenge, in partnership with Hot 107.9 and Majic 107.5/97.5.
The Great Atlanta Band Challenge is a contest that allows Atlanta-area high school bands the opportunity to highlight their talents for a chance to win $10,000 for their band programs.
To enter, participants must submit a video, that is five minutes or less, of their school band, playing a musical composition.
Yielding over 100,000 votes, the top three winners of the 2022 Great Atlanta Band Challenge include Fayette County High School (Fayette County Public Schools), Banneker High School (Fulton County Schools), and Newton High School (Newton County Schools).

Urban One Inc.'s Reach Media Announces Syndication of the new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show

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Monday, May 1, 2023

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SILVER SPRING, Md., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan Cameron—actor, comedian, community advocate—will helm the all-new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show (RCUS), starting syndication nationally by Urban One Inc's Reach Media starting May 1st.

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SILVER SPRING, Md., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan Cameron—actor, comedian, community advocate—will helm the all-new Ryan Cameron Uncensored Show (RCUS), starting syndication nationally by Urban One Inc's Reach Media starting May 1st.
Ryan has been described as the media force the public loves to love, and his show—pure rambunctious, raucous, revelry!
"When people ask me what Ryan Cameron Uncensored is about, besides all the fun, it's really about being able to educate our listeners as well as entertain," he said.
He joins celebrated hosts in the Reach Media portfolio, including Rickey Smiley, Erica Campbell, DL Hughley, and Amanda Seales.

Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids raises more than $1.5 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

“Each and every year, the gospel, urban, and hip hop entertainment communities inspire us with their mission-driven generosity during Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr. , President and CEO of ALSAC , the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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“Each and every year, the gospel, urban, and hip hop entertainment communities inspire us with their mission-driven generosity during Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr. , President and CEO of ALSAC , the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
It’s a powerful reminder of radio’s critical role in spreading awareness about the missions that matter most.”
Since 2008, Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids has raised $23 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org , liking St. Jude on Facebook , following St. Jude on Twitter , Instagram , LinkedIn and TikTok , and subscribing to its YouTube channel.