News You Can Use

On this Sunday’s edition of News You
Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk-1080, at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin
invites Joseph Young, President of
Joseph Young Entertainment and
Co-Founder and President of Hartford’s
Got Talent! Young has also been a
guest on the show in the past, however
this time he came to discuss the
Semi-finals of ‘Hartfords Got Talent’,
where co-host Lisa Nkonoki will be
participating as a guest judge. Ann and
Joe discuss how so many talented
individuals came from all over
Connecticut to participate in the event.

The event is happening at ‘The Theatre of The Performing Arts’,
December 17, 2022, at 359 Washington Street, Hartford, CT. For more
information about the event go to ‘Hartfordsgottalent.org’

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and co-host Lisa Nkonoki invite Tony
March, business man, philanthropist, and Author of Paying It Backward to
join the show.
Tony shares his story from a young age, where he grew up in Daytona
Beach, “below the poverty line” and struggled with
issues of racism, abuse and depression.
Tony explains that his education is what saved him
from those daunting times. His hard work and
dedication to learning allowed Tony the
opportunity to attend Howard University and
change his life for the better.
Upon graduating, Tony started off buying his first
car dealership in Hartford, Connecticut and he
never looked back. Tony has gone on to a life of
success which gave him the opportunity to fulfill
his personal pledge of philanthropy.
Tony recently spent his 38th straight year spending Thanksgiving preparing
meals for those less fortunate at one of fifteen different shelters supported
by the Pay it Backward Foundation.

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk-1080,
at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin, and co-host Lisa Nkonoki have a
heated discussion about college applications and how the process has
changed drastically over the years.
Lisa is currently helping one of her granddaughters through the process
and explains some of the many options, including Early Action and Early
Decision, that students have when deciding what institution they want
to attend for the next four years.
In a survey put together by
Intelligent.com, “34% of white college
students lied about their race to
improve chances of admission”. It is
important to note that 75% of those
students went on to be accepted by
those universities they applied to.
Now, why is it acceptable in today’s
society to lie about your race in the college application process and
while there are many other students, such as Lisa’s granddaughter, who
are applying legitimately, without lying, to go to their desired college?
Tune in this Sunday to hear both Ann and Lisa’s thoughts on this study
as well as some possible fireworks!!

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk-1080, at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin, and co-host Lisa Nkonoki, discuss The
Love of Family and Traditions with the recent publication in Brides
Magazine, of the granddaughter of “The Genius” Ray Charles,
Breathtaking wedding! The Cliffside California wedding of BR and
Wackstar, was truly a family affair that had all of the trappings of a Star
Studded wedding. But, tradition and family legacy loomed large and was
a necessary ingredient and
accessory in the details every step
of the way for these nuptials.
BR is the financial director at Rock
Paper Detail Events, and the groom,
Wackstar, a well respected
Entrepreneur, both had their love of
each other, family and their own
unique personal imprint on this day from BR’s custom magnificent gown, to
Wackstars - custom tux, designed by, Sharon Williams, of Oscar Odelia
Custom Tailors, who also made custom outfits for the Bride's grandfather Ray
Charles to perform, and the groomsmen red bottom shoes, from Christian
Louboutin, Rock Paper Details Events, which happens to be helmed by the
mother of the bride, Duana Chenier,
along with her daughter and BR’s elder sister, Erin James, also the Maid of
Honor, doubled as the floral and Creative Genius, paying attention to every
detail to make this a perfect day for all.
From the custom black and white invitation suite adorned with BR’s
grandfathers US Postal Stamp, to her Father, producer and award winning
author, Ray Charles Jr walking her down the aisle, and the groomsmen arriving
in a vintage red 1957 Chevy Bel Air convertible to the parting mementos
custom made candles, from Erin, Sister of the Brides company, Frolic and Sage.
The details were captured by Shauntelle Sposto of Shauntelle Sposto
Photography and to hear more info of the big day and behind the scenes. Tune in Sunday to hear about the
Hollywood glamor wedding and all things love and family.

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a
and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and co-host Lisa Nkonoki talk Midterm Elections
and leadership with special guest, Patricia Russo, Executive Director of The
Campaign School at Yale University and
founder of the Connecticut Women’s Agenda.
Patricia has had the privilege of working with
and training many dignitaries, newly elected
and current public officials throughout
Connecticut and The World, prior and during
her time at The Campaign School at Yale! This
preeminent non-partisan leadership and
campaign training program, is specifically tailored to individuals seeking to delve
into the world of public service as an elected official, campaign manager or
related role.
Patricia's mission is to increase and empower the number of women in the
political pipeline on both sides of the aisle for years to come, while supporting
them all along the way.
If you or someone you know would be interested in The Campaign School, visit
www.tcsyale.org.

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and co-host Lisa Nkonoki provide an
update on the impact of the loss of two Bristol Police Officers, Lt. Dustin
DeMonte and Sgt. Alex Hamzy.
Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano has recently announced the creation of the
Bristol Police Memorial Committee that will
review the many suggestions that have
come from the community to memorialize
all the Bristol Police Officers killed in the
line of duty.
It is important to remember the positive
impact that these officers had on their
communities and that this tragedy will take
time to heal.
The Bristol Police Heroes Fund set up at Thomaston Savings Bank:
https://www.thomastonsavingsbank.com/heroes is a fund established by
the Bristol Police Union to support any police officers affected by the deaths
of Lt. DeMonte and Sgt. Hamzy.
And the Fund the First:
https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/sergeant-dustin-demonte-and-officer-alex
-hamzy-r4fq06 a fund that will directly benefit Lt. DeMonte’s and Sgt.
Hamzy’s families and organized by the local Police Benevolent Association
(PBA).

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and co-host Lisa Nkonoki provide an
update on the impact of the loss of two Bristol Police Officers, Lt. Dustin
DeMonte and Sgt. Alex Hamzy.
Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano has recently announced the creation of the
Bristol Police Memorial Committee that will
review the many suggestions that have
come from the community to memorialize
all the Bristol Police Officers killed in the
line of duty.
It is important to remember the positive
impact that these officers had on their
communities and that this tragedy will take
time to heal.
The Bristol Police Heroes Fund set up at Thomaston Savings Bank:
https://www.thomastonsavingsbank.com/heroes is a fund established by
the Bristol Police Union to support any police officers affected by the deaths
of Lt. DeMonte and Sgt. Hamzy.
And the Fund the First:
https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/sergeant-dustin-demonte-and-officer-alex
-hamzy-r4fq06 a fund that will directly benefit Lt. DeMonte’s and Sgt.
Hamzy’s families and organized by the local Police Benevolent Association
(PBA).

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and co-host Lisa Nkonoki invite Tony
March, business man, philanthropist, and Author of Paying It Backward to
join the show.
Tony shares his story from a young age, where he grew up in Daytona
Beach, “below the poverty line” and struggled with issues of racism, abuse
and depression.
Tony explains that his education is what saved him
from those daunting times. His hard work and
dedication to learning allowed Tony the opportunity to
attend Howard University and change his life for the
better.
Upon graduating, Tony started off buying his first car
dealership in Hartford, Connecticut and he never
looked back. Tony has gone on to a life of success
which gave him the opportunity to fulfill his personal
pledge of philanthropy.
Tony’s journey has led him to have a positive impact on the lives of others.
Whether it is donating his fortune or dedicating countless hours of his time,
the homeless, the abused and oppressed, and the young and neglected,
and the people that Tony March makes a difference by Pay it Backward.
For more information on the Paying It Backward Foundation visit
https://www.payitbackward.love or get your copy of Paying It Backward,
https://www.amazon.com/Paying-Backward-Childhood-Gratitude-Philanthro
py/dp/1948677334.

On this Sunday’s somber edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, our hearts go out to the entire Bristol community and anybody who has been affected by this unsensible tragedy. Today, host Ann Baldwin and co-host Lisa Nkonoki speak with Brian Foley, former Hartford Deputy Police Chief and state Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection spokesperson.
On the night of Wednesday, October 12, 2022 around 10:30pm, two Bristol police officers lost their lives and a third injured in what seemed to be a normal domestic dispute call. Unfortunately, this was everything but a normal call and because of it, we have lost two great officers, friends and family members. 
Our prayers go out to the families and loved ones of Sgt. Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hamzy; as well as to a full recovery for Officer Alec Iurato. 

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at
5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites CEO of The Silent Partner
Marketing and longtime friend, Kyle Reyes, to speak on One More Mission,
a one-of-a-kind, nationwide opportunity to forge a
new tradition among our nation’s military Veterans,
and family of first responders as they continue to
support our Constitutional right to vote by
participating as poll watchers in future elections.
The goal of One More Mission is to bridge the gap
between those that believe the elections are fair
and those who believe the opposite. Election
integrity is One More Mission’s main priority;
Looking to gain 30,000 new poll workers by the upcoming midterm
elections this November, this is truly an opportunity for our servicemen and
women to continue their duty in their own communities.
For more information on One More Mission or to sign up as a poll worker in
your community, visit www.onemoremission.com.