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Trumpet Awards 2009

It’s almost time to celebrate the accomplishments of black professionals and entertainers at The Trumpet Awards.  The show is aired on Cathy Hughes’ TV One and spotlights the achievements of African Americans and humanitarians across entertainment, business, sports, medicine, politics and law.

The show was taped last night, Sunday January 25, at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre and is hosted by Sherri Shepherd of “The View” and Anthony Anderson who is presently cast on Law & Order.

Some of the honorees this year include Raven Symone, Magic Johnson, Chris Tucker, Pastor Paula White, and the Tuskegee Airmen.  You’ll see performances by Teena Marie, Raheem DeVaughn and more.  Check out more on the show at http://www.trumpetfoundation.org

Top Photo: Raven Symone & Xernona Clayton – Middle Photo: Cathy Hughes, Chris Tucker, Rev. Paula White and Raven Symone – Bottom photo: Rev. Bernice King, Xernona Clayton & Rev. Paula White (photos by: Arnold Turner)

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Dennis Miller and Bill O’Reilly Chastise Jay-Z and Young Jeezy

Hip-Hop was caught slippin’ under the conservative microscope of Bill O’Reilly.  Rap mogul Jay-Z and Young Jeezy (who Miller unaffectionately refers to as “emphysema”) was caught “expressing their happiness” over the inauguration of our new President.  It’s no secret that he’s black, but they needed to interpret that in a gangster fashion for the enjoyment of their crowd.  By the end of this segment of his show, O’Reilly suggests Miller have Young Jeezy over to his home to “talk some sense into him.”

Not only did they share their “joy” about President Obama, but they made sure they did just the opposite for Bush.     Of course the language used would be unacceptable for Malia or Sasha to hear and O’Reilly may be correct in saying that President Obama would not approve of this message.  If we had to go on his past record, Jay-Z and Young Jeezy are going to be officially denounced by his administration.  Check out the rant that Bill O’Reilly says Jay-Z “should’ve known better” than to perform:

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Nashville Demands Government Become “English Only”

It seems there is some dissension in the ranks as we position ourselves as a more United States.  The city of Nashville, thought it necessary that they exclude any other languages from governmental communication and become an “English Only” town.  Incidentally,   the vote was nearly half and half which made the legislation a real debatable issue that nearly passed into law. (more…)

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Dishin’ Dirt on Kelly Osborne, Condi Rice, Taraji Henson and More …

 What’s up y’all?!  Here is the dirt…

Kelly Osborne, the daughter of old school rocker Ozzy Osborne done checked herself into rehab AGAIN!!  This is the third time the 24 year old has entered rehab, the last being for her addiction to prescription pain killers.  It appears that no one knows what she is in rehab for this time.  I guess it’s “top secret.”  She could be addicted to twinkies for all we know.  I hope it works out for her.  From what I hear, the third time is usually a charm.

Speaking of re-invention, Condi Rice done let go of the Dixie Peach hair grease and the sponge rollers and traded them in for a more updated “do” with a tuck behind the ear.  While changing her hair do she also grabbed some red lipstick and some knee length boots…a long way from the boring ensembles we are use to seeing her in.  When I saw a recent picture of her I immediately thought, “Condi done either came out the closet and revealed that she was on the opposite team or she done got herself a man” and thank goodness it was the latter.  Condi done hooked up with William Morris … the agency that is.  (more…)

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Rikers Island “Program” Kills Inmate

President Obama isn’t in office five seconds closing Guantanamo detention center and ending the torture practices used on suspects when Rikers tips the scales on domestic prison torture and abuse on inmates.  The abuse inflicted was committed by other inmates, but enforced by Rikers correctional officers. (more…)

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Favorite Stores Close Their Doors

The recession must’ve officially kicked off for 2009.  Just when we didn’t think it could get any worse, places like Circuit City announce they are closing their doors.  Unfortunately, they are not alone.  They are only one of a list of chains that are either closing their doors or are threatening bankruptcy this year. (more…)

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