Summer Charity Walkathons

Tiana Ferrell

Atlanta Nonprofit Organizations Examiner

http://www.examiner.com/article/summer-charity-walkathon-s

As summer approaches, many non-profit organizations will take their good works to the streets of Atlanta for the nation's most popular charity exercise, the run/walkathon. Year round, many local service groups spend their time creating unique ways to raise money to support special causes.
Some of the most popular fundraisers in which these groups participate include: dinners, award shows, concerts, bake sells, and car washes. However, even as the heat rises, perhaps the most admired fundraiser, which is the charity marathon, is in full swing.
Many Atlanta residents train rigorously for annual runs/walkathons, but not for the glory. They are racing for a cure and/or cause, which is what most charity organizations are raising money to develop. These races provide a good time for families, social groups, clubs, corporate businesses, and community supporters.
Moreover, they also strengthen the Atlanta community by bringing everyone together for a common cause and goal. Furthermore, outdoor charity events have gained a tremendous popularity during the past few years, which have made runs/walkathons a lucrative source of funding for non-profit organizations
Charity runs/walkathons can also be viewed as a great fitness program with a competitive edge to keep participants motivated. Participants will have a network of many supporters that will help one another stay fit.
If you are looking to have fun in the sun this summer, contribute to a common goal, and benefit from a lucrative health and wellness program, register for a walkathon near you.
Upcoming events
Friday, June 1 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Hall County, GA
Saturday, June 2 -The Atlanta Children's Shelter's 5k Starlight Stride
Saturday, June 2 - UN Women’s 5k Walk to End Violence Against Women
Saturday, June 9 - Atlanta Take Steps for Crohn's & Colitis

Life in the Mississippi Delta

Join me Thursday on The Fight for Truth Radio Network at 9PM Est as we talk to the Mayor of Glendora, MS, Johnny Thomas  Glendora is 20 miles from Money Mississippi, where Emmett Till was murdered.  Glendora is the home of the Emmett Till Museum and we will talk about poverty in the Mississippi Delta

Listen to the show here:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/fight-for-truth/2012/05/16/above-the-mic-life-in-the-mississippi-delta





 

Marissa Alexander

A judge denied Marissa Alexander a new trial this morning in a 2010 shooting that left no one dead or injured. Her case drew renewed interest since her attempt to use the "Stand Your Ground" defense was initially rejected, while the killer of Trayvon Martin, George Zimmerman was set free after using the same argument in his case.

A judge denied a Jacksonville woman convicted in a 2010 shooting a new trial Thursday morning despite her Stand Your Ground claim against an abusive husband.

Marissa Danielle Alexander, 31, now faces a 20-year mandatory term in prison in her sentencing set for May 11. A jury found her guilty of three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Circuit Judge James Daniel is considering, however, acquitting Alexander on one of her three charges as the result of the testimony of one of the three victims. That victim, the son of her husband, Rico Gray, recounted his previous accounts to authorities when he testified at Alexander's trial that he was not in fear of his life during the shooting.

He Cheated/ Now What?!

Tune in tonight at 9PM Est..On the show tonight...Teresa's husband cheated on her with 3 different women on Facebook...do you consider this cheating since he never slept with the women and only had a relationship with them on Facebook? She will be on the show to talk about what this has done to their marriage. Call in to listen 347-994-3501 or click the link below to listen online.


Above the Mic- He/She Cheated..Now What 05/08 by Fight for Truth | Blog Talk Radio#.T6jgXFhL1UM.facebook

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2012 Election Event Dates
Election	Voter Registration Deadline	Election Date
Presidential Preference Primary/Special Election (to fill vacancies and propose questions)	February 6, 2012	March 6, 2012
Special Election Runoff	February 6, 2012	April 3, 2012
General Primary/Non-Partisan/ Special Election (to fill vacancies and propose questions)	July 2, 2012	July 31, 2012
General Primary Runoff/Non-Partisan Runoff/Special Election Runoff	July 2, 2012	August 21, 2012
Special Election (to fill vacancies)	August 20, 2012	September 18, 2012
Special Election Runoff	August 20, 2012	October 16, 2012
General Election/Special Election (to fill vacancies and propose questions)	October 8, 2012	November 6, 2012
General Election Runoff/Special Election Runoff	October 8, 2012	December 4, 2012

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Georgia citizens have access to several convenient methods of registering to vote:

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