KMOJCast

Gary Hines, Founder of The Sounds of Blackness talks about Every After, a Broadway play in development on stage at the Ordway Theatre this weekend.

Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of District 622, talks about College Readiness.

Hennepin County Sheriff, Dawanna Witt shares details concerning the department's Focus on Fentanyl Initiative with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs. Witt says there are several key partners and collaborators in the initiative who are contributing to the success of the program.

Immunization Clinical Consultant, Lynn Bahta from the Minnesota Department of Health joins Freddie Bell. She shares details on the new annual Covid-19 vaccine and how to access it.

The People of Color Career Fair takes place TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH at the MINNEAPOLIS CONVENTION CENTERTHE BALLROOM.

This is Latin American Heritage month! Approximately 19% of the MPSstudent population identifies their ethnicity as Hispanic, so we want to make sure they feelrecognized and celebrated during this month.

Mayor Melvin Carter talks about,Last week we celebrated our first homebuyer who leveraged Inheritance Fund dollars (we're very excited about this one!)During his annual Budget Address, Mayor Carter announced our plan to eliminate medical debt for low-income residents in partnership with RIP Medical debt.Saint Paul continues to build the most coordinated, comprehensive, data-driven approach to public safety the city has ever endeavored, and it appears to be working.By eliminating library late fines, making youth sports free, providing free swim lessons, and continuing our guaranteed income work, Saint Paul is showing how local government can be relevant in people's lives.

Brooklyn Center Police Chief McDaniel talks about his feelings behind taking the position at a pivotal time in Brooklyn Center ,and talks about why he is retiring and what his future will look like.

09/18/2023 Freddie Bell talks with Dr. Michael Osterholm, Epidemiologist, Regents Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. He says the Federal Drug Administration recently approved COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna and another is under review. Osterholm says it's effective against most all strains of the virus.

Shameka Bogan talks about Open Streets happening tomorrow on West Broadway From Lyndale to Penn. The event runs from 11am-5pm and has something for everyone. Over 350 Vendors and it Free to the public. Don't meet us there beat us there!https://www.openstreetsmpls.org/ for more information

Lisa Olson talk about the Hub Bicycle Co-op and how things work within that type of company, how they came about and what all they do.

Tamuno talks about how he is leading the community into a healthier plant based life style. The Veg festival returns to Harriet Island Park on September 17, 2023 from 10am to 4pm. tcvegfest.com for more information.

Children’s Author Pens Emotional Book About Grief Two Years After His Daughter’s Unexpected Death During his childhood author Lehman Riley was fascinated by his grandfather Papa Lemon. Unfortunately, Papa Lemon passed away in 1973 when Lehman was 10 years old. Lehman’s love and admiration for Papa Lemon inspired him to write “The Adventures of Papa Lemon’s Little Wanderers” children’s series book. Papa Lemon’s Magical Train transports 5 racially diverse friends, the Little Wanderers, back in time in order for them to meet great U.S. historical figures. Most importantly, Papa Lemon serves as a positive African American grandfather role model for the five friends. Two years ago, Lehman’s life was turned upside down. His 23 year old daughter passed away unexpectedly in June 2020. The pain and grief of the loss of his daughter was unbearable. Countless hours of prayer and dependence on God, has slowly melted away some of the pain. Last year Lehman was inspired to write a book about “Grief” in order to help others dealing with loss and to honor the life of his daughter Tianna. “The Adventures of Papa Lemon’s Little Wanderers: Losing Lizzy A Story of Grief” is a 36-page book that shows readers that even when the tears won’t stop flowing and it feels like happiness will never return, one day they will smile and laugh again. Lehman states “I always heard life can change in a split second. For some reason I didn't think it would happen to me in such a painful way. I was on my knees praying for all my family and friends that night before my daughter died. The days after, I thanked God for choosing me out of all the men in the world to be Tianna's Father. What a gift from my heavenly Father.” Visit www.papalemonedu.com for more information about the Papa Lemon Books.

An Evening of Real-Life Stories about Social Justice in Minneapolis[Minneapolis, MN] – Hennepin History Museum and the Minneapolis Interview Projectpresent an evening of real-life stories about social justice in Minneapolis on Thursday,September 14, from 6 to 8 pm at The Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway, Minneapolis, MN,55411. The Minneapolis Interview Project was started in 2016 as a labor of love by Southsideresident Anne Winkler-Morey, who set her sights on obtaining one-hundred life-stories thatrevealed “hidden histories of inequality and the struggle for social justice in Minneapolis.”Ms. Winkler-Morey and many of the individuals she interviewed will read from their interviewtranscripts, and a portion of the evening’s program will honor those participants who have passedaway since contributing their interviews. The program will also feature photographs byMinneapolis-based artist, photographer, and teacher, Eric Mueller, who joined the project in2019, volunteering his expertise to photograph interviewees in locations that are important tothem. There will be opportunities for questions and conversation with the audience.Anne Winkler-Morey is an historian, educator, and activist scholar studying and participating insocial movements since the 1980s and is the author of Allegiance to Winds and Waters:Bicycling the Political Divides of the United States. To date, she has interviewed 92 peoplewho have lived, worked, engaged institutions, and/or worked on grassroots campaigns inMinneapolis. Their stories are actual personal experiences with dates and locations of publicevents corroborated by Winker-Morey. She sought out different and sometimes opposingperspectives to give insight into equality and the struggle for social justice in Minneapolis,interviewing people of different ages, races, genders, economic classes, migration experiences,as well as from different areas of Minneapolis. She invited people to tell their whole story, while atthe same time interrogating inequality in Minneapolis and the struggles for social justice in thecity.Doors open at 5:30 pm, with the program beginning at 6 pm. The event is free, but reservationsare required.ABOUT THE MUSEUM: Hennepin History Museum brings the diverse history of people inHennepin County to life. We help people understand their world through an exploration of localhistory with exhibits, public programs, a magazine, and a public research library.VISITOR INFORMATION: Hennepin History Museum, 2303 Third Ave S, Mpls, is on MTC’s #11High Frequency Route. Free parking is available at the Museum and on Third Ave. Bike racks areavailable. Visiting requires the use of stairs.# # #

TreeHouse LOVES TEENS AND BELIEVE They are a vital part of our communities. But hopelessness is becoming a defining story for this generation–breaking down both teens and communities. SO WE ARE on a mission to end hopelessness among teens THROUGH grace-based programs and environments where teens learn to know a loving God, build resiliency, develop healthy relationships, and plan for the future SO THAT every teen is rooted in the living hope of Jesus–unleashing untold potential in communities everywhere.To learn more please visit http://www.treehousehope.org/

Superintendent Cox talks about the beginning of a new school year. She also talks about positions available and new incentives.

Mentoring organization focused on black boys and creating pipe line of mentoring from African American boys grade school to graduating college.

Karl Benson, VP of 100 Black Men Twin Cities talks about its fundraiser, The Sneaker Ball, taking place September 23, 2023.

Kristen Klinger talks about Market bucks at the farmers markets if you use you SNAP. Listen in to get this information.

Christine talks about back to school topics.

Police Chief Brian O'Hara talks about new structure in the Minneapolis Police Department.

Chanda Smith Baker is back with a fresh take on her award-winningConversations with Chanda podcast. “The podcast will continue to tackle the issues communities wrestle with — race, social justice,philanthropy — but we’ll dive even deeper into our guests' personal stories of leadership andcommunity,” says Smith Baker, the host and co-producer of Conversations with Chanda.

Sara Hollie talks about Covid-19 updates.

Jay Haapala gives scary scam updates. He talks about how people get scammed or hacked and how to notice what is going on.

Dr. Chamilo talks about recent Covid-19 details.

The Minnesota Voters Alliance has filed a lawsuit against the Restore the Vote law which became effective on June 1st. The suit challenges the law's constitutionality. The law restores voting rights to people who have been convicted of felonies once they have completed their sentences, including parole or probation. Rep., Frazier says the move is an attempt to suppress the vote.

Jetta Wiedemeier Bower talks about helping elders figure out their Medical Assistance . For more information1. Visit DHS “renew my coverage” dashboard – mn.gov/dhs/renewmycoverage2. Call your local county or tribal office3. Call the Senior Linkage Line – 800-333-2433

Miranda talks about recruiting substitute teachers with Teachers on Call.

Christine talks about the education programs that they have available.

Please tune in to 89.9 KMOJ on Sundays at 10:30am From July 16th to October 1st and you will be able to listen to these Disruptive narratives.

The Salvation Army is putting on its annual event Down For the Challenge July 28th and 29th. For more information https://downforthechallenge.com/