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Rodney Baltimore interviews South Florida Community Leaders
Rodney interviews State Representative Daryl Campbell Townhall on Property Tax Amendment 3 Monday August 17, 2026
Rodney Baltimore interviews State Representative District 99 Daryl Campbell for the 'Town Hall on Amendment 3 Property Tax' on Monday August 17, 2026 at the Jim Ward Community Center 301 NW 46th Street in Plantation, FL 33317 at 6:30pm to 7:30pm this meeting with State Senator Rosalind Osgood will discusss the impact the Property Tax Amendment 3 wil have on local communities, cities and others. Contact (954) 697-4270
Rodney interviews the Marcus Mosiah Gravey 139th Celebration Monday August 17, 2026
Rodney Baltimore interviews Don X on the Gravey Movement for the '139th Anniversary of the Right Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey' on Monday at 6;30pm at the Dr. Dorothy Bendross Mindingall Social & Econmic Insititute 5120 NW 24th Avenue in Miami, FL at 6:30pm. This event will discuss the Gravey Moment uniting Black people across the world, the involvment of the US FBI in harassing Mr. Marcus Gravey, a lecture about Gravey with University of Miami Law School Professor Donald Jones a free event for the family. Contact (305) 799-8585 or (786) 260-1246
Rodney interviews Souls to the Polls Fort Lauderdale Broward NAACP Sunday August 16, 2026
Rodney Baltimore interviews Branch President Marsha Ellison of the Fort Lauderdale Broward NAACP for the traditional 'Souls to the Polls' on Sunday August 16, 2026 the Rev.Samuel Delevoe Park 2520 NW 6tth Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 from 12pm to 5pm. This is the last day of early voting and the Black community votes as a collective to voice our constitutional rights. Churches, Divine 9, Social & Civic Groups and families are urge to attend. There will be other fun activities for the family contact (954( 764- 7604
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CMG Miami Community Connect with Maestro & Nikki
Community Connect with Maestro & Nikki is a dynamic community-affairs podcast dedicated to spotlighting the people, organizations, and initiatives creating positive change across South Florida. Hosted by veteran radio personalities Nikki Ramirez and Maestro Powell, the show bridges media and community by giving local voices a platform to inform, inspire, and connect. Through engaging conversations, in-depth interviews, and real-time coverage of events and causes, Community Connect highlights nonprofit leaders, civic organizations, educators, small businesses, and everyday heroes who are shaping the future of our neighborhoods. The program airs across radio and video platforms, making it accessible wherever audiences choose to listen or watch. With a shared passion for service and storytelling, Nikki and Maestro bring authenticity, professionalism, and energy to every episode, creating a trusted space where community matters take center stage. Whether discussing upcoming events, social impact initiatives, or success stories from around the region, Community Connect with Maestro & Nikki serves as a hub for awareness, collaboration, and positive momentum throughout South Florida.
Mrs. Lisa Skirving - Shelter Manager at the Lutheran Services Florida Lippman Youth Shelter
Maestro speaks with Mrs. Lisa Skirving about the Lutheran Services Florida Lippman Youth Shelter.
Cherise G. Gause - The Chief of Police for the City of North Miami
Maestro and Nikki speak with Cherise G. Gause - The Chief of Police for the City of North Miami about the National Night Out and Back-to-School Block Party.
Ximena Núñez - The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County Director of Communications
Maestro speaks with Ximena Núñez - The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County Director of Communications about their upcoming Family Expo.
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