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8TH ANNUAL amfAR GALA LOS ANGELES 2017

The 8th annual amfAR Gala Los Angeles was recently held on October 13, 2017 to support The Foundation for AIDS Research. Guests were invited to Ron Burkle’s Green Acres Estate in Beverly Hills, California to raise funds for an important cause. Moët Hennessy proudly served as the Signature Sponsor and Official Wine and Spirits Partner […]

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NEW MUSIC: CHRIS THILE’S “PRESCRIPTION” FEATURING EMILY KING

As a woman who loves all musical genres, I sincerely appreciate lyrics that tell a story and send you on a journey to clarity. On October 7, 2017 during the Prairie Home Companion live broadcast, Chris Thile along with Emily King, Rich Dworsky, Chris Eldridge, Brittany Haas, Paul Kowert, and Ted Poor gave us a “Prescription” […]

In the Pot Sports

DALLAS COWBOYS OWNER, JERRY JONES, SPEAKS AGAINST KNEELING DURING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM

What appeared to be a display of unity towards fighting against the racial injustice in our country, NFL owner Jerry Jones is the first to step forward and share his punishment for players refusing to stand during the national anthem. Although I have the utmost respect for Jerry Jones as a business owner, I am […]

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THE ZINA GARRISON ACADEMY PRESENTS: FREE FUNDAY IN MACGREGOR PARK IN HOUSTON OCTOBER 28TH

Legendary award-winning tennis player, Zina Garrison, will host a community Funday at MacGregor Park on October 28, 2017 from 9am-4pm. Funday In The Park is a way for Houstonians affected by Hurricane Harvey to relax, release and find relief. “I know how much people in the community surrounding MacGregor Park, Sunnyside and beyond have suffered. […]

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MATTRESS FIRM DONATES $25K TO TICKET TO DREAM FOUNDATION IN SIMONE BILES’ NAME

Simone Biles’ bright smile continues to reign supreme, as Mattress Firm donates $25,000 in her name to the Ticket to Dream Foundation at Mattress Firm’s 11th 2017 Charity Golf Classic. As a proud representative of the foster child community, Simone Biles is using her amazing platform to partner with Mattress Firm to create awareness of […]

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MUSIC DUO LOUIS YORK RELEASE NEW SINGLE, “I ENJOY YOU.”

When was the last time you heard a love song in the 21st century that enveloped a melodic instrumentation, mixed with simple yet thought provoking words? It’s rare for a love song to catch my attention in these days and times however, Multi-Grammy nominated duo Chuck Harmony and Claude Kelly a.k.a Louis York’s latest tune, […]

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20TH CENTURY FOX AND BLUE SKY STUDIOS RELEASE THE FERDINAND TRAILER

FERDINAND, a beloved children’s story by Munro Leaf, is coming to the big screen as an animated comedy by Blue Sky Studios and 20th Century Fox. After viewing the trailer this film is sure to bring laughter and a lot of encouragement to movie fans eveywhere. The film is scheduled for release in theaters on […]

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PRESIDENT TRUMP’S LATEST COMMENTS ATTACK THE NFL

In case you missed it President Donald Trump spoke at a rally for Alabama Republican Senate candidate Luther Strange and spoke disdain towards NFL players kneeling during the national anthem. View the video here. The appalling words President Trump used to describe the actions NFL owners should take to punish the freedom and rights of […]