The Community Round Table & 251 NOW with Kelly Finley

Sandy Mai Hasty PFC Justin Hasty's mom & Event organizer JMH Lets Get It 5k March 18th--Mobile, AL (Our headquarters will be The Paint Store located at 2051 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL. 36606 with our race time at 10am.) Our mission: Remembering & honoring my son with donations made to The Wounded Warrior Project & The America's Fund *This is our 10th event! *We still gathered AND raised money all during Covid *Our 9 year fundraising total is $147,616.00 - an average of $16,400 per year! *People travel from Missouri, California, North Carolina, Michigan & Florida to participate. *We are the only local fundraiser for The Wounded Warrior Project & The America's Fund Stay Connected: www.Jmhletsgetit.com (251) 423-7210 Address:  418 Coventry Way, Mobile, AL

American Red Cross Blood Services  Shatina Nwosu  Sickle Cell Account Manager | Donor Recruitment Mission: The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. We discuss: What is sickle cell disease? How do blood transfusions help sickle cell patients Reasons we are not able to donate. How can the community help? Stay connected: [email protected] (205) 644-3247

Guest: William Burks Pastor Lloyd Michael Austin  All you can eat: Pancakes, waffles, grits, eggs, bacon, sausage, fried fish, fried chicken, biscuits, fresh fruit and so much more. Live entertainment: Alvin King and the 5th K’nection Jazz Band. Free: Hair cuts, Covid 19 testing, Covid 19 vaccine and voter registration. Pancake eating contest and door prizes! Tickets are $10 For tickets & donations contact: William L. Burks III at 251-232-8181 Tickets may also be purchased: bgcsouthal.org/pancake This is an Outside Event Masks are Required Saturday, March 25 8AM - 12 PM Optimist Boys & Girls Club 1517 Plaza Drive Mobile, AL 36605 **Set to close Sept 2023 bgcsouthal.org/pancake

"We help anyone anywhere in Alabama.  We don't care where they live nor how much money they make. If they're in need just show up." Michelle Stewart, President/CEO One Meal Mobile We help anyone anywhere in Alabama.  We don't care where they live nor how much money they make. If they're in need just show up. We're serving 2000 people monthly 900 of them are 60+ years old. 600+ are under 18 and 500 are recurring every Friday. Our mission: One Meal Mobile is a 501c3 non profit organization that focuses on relieving hunger and serving the homeless and the people of Alabama that are in need. How can you help?  We need the communities support with getting the word out Sponsorships, it costs us around $5000.00 monthly Funding is needed for both bills and food Prices, inflation, we need recurring monthly donors to be able to buy the food. WE are teamed up with feeding the Gulf Coast we just buy it by the pound at a lesser cost then the grocery stores. Stay Connected: Message on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/onemealmobile www.onemealmobile.com Phone number 251-622-3460 Physical address 1120  Joaneen Dr suite D Saraland Al Mailing address Po box 172 Chunchula Al 36521

Guest: JD Drinkard Executive Director John 9:3 Foundation We discuss: Retired US Army Started a nonprofit to help others going through similar circumstances Working with Roads of Hope in Eastern Europe for the past year taking care of Ukrainian orphan refugees Launching an adaptive sports program and will compete at the national championship tournament in Birmingham, AL for wheelchair basketball Our mission: To share the Gospel of Christ through the platforms in which we have been given. Stay Connected:  https://www.facebook.com/john93foundation?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.facebook.com/johnddrinkard?mibextid=LQQJ4d www.john93foundation.com [email protected] (251) 298-7346

Guests: Pam Denham, Founder, Many More Miles, Baldwin Bone & Joint Genna VanVarden, Outreach Coordinator, City Hope Church o For the 19th year, Baldwin Bone & Joint, P.C. will host this important community outreach project, and again partnering with Baldwin County Public Schools – contributors of over 85% of shoes donated. For the second consecutive year, the local orthopaedic practice will partner with City Hope Church to achieve excellence in distribution of shoes to those in need. o Since its inception, response to the campaign has grown from 200 pairs donated in 2004 to a record-breaking 2,728 pairs contributed most recently. Shoe donations for 2023 are being accepted now, with final shoe drop-offs received at the 2023 Azalea Trail Run on Saturday, March 25, in Mobile, Ala. o Baldwin County students will once again be rewarded for collecting the highest number of shoes with money for their schools’ new P.E. equipment. Baldwin Bone & Joint will award cash prizes to P.E. programs to the top three Baldwin County Public Schools who donate the most shoes. In addition, the class that brings in the most shoes overall will receive a Chick-fil-a party and the teacher will be awarded a cash prize provided by City Hope Church. o Organizations who will benefit from the collected shoes this year include:  BCBE school closets  Fostering Together Gulf Coast  Local DHR donation  McKemie Place, Mobile  The Shoulder, Spanish Fort  Waterfront Rescue Mission, Foley  Teen Challenge, Bay Minette  Foster Families participating in Foster Care Awareness Walk – USA Intramural Fields – Saturday, May 6 o Those interested in participating are encouraged to clean up those gently used athletic shoes and any other shoes for all ages; bag or tie them together in pairs before dropping them off at any of the following locations:  Baldwin Bone and Joint (1505 Daphne Avenue, Daphne)  Office of Dr. Glenn Glass (1303 Main Street, Daphne)  The University of South Alabama Student Recreation Center  McCoy Outdoor Company  White-Spunner Realty (3201 Dauphin Street, Mobile)  Final Drop-off Opportunity: 2023 Azalea Trail Run (March 25) o In partnership with the ongoing community shoe drive, City Hope Church will host “Deliver Hope” on Sunday, March 12,   where congregants are encouraged to donate their gently worn shoes to any of the church’s campuses across the Gulf Coast.  Which social media platforms are you on? What's your handle? Facebook – @baldwinboneandjointpc Instagram – @baldwinboneandjoint LinkedIn – baldwin-bone-joint Twitter – @BaldwinBone call 251.656.3843 or visit  baldwinboneandjoint.com o Baldwin Bone & Joint, PC, 1505 Daphne Avenue, Daphne, AL 36526

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Mardi Gras Do’s & Don’ts (bring your ID, plan a meeting spot, travel in packs) (Avoid bringing coolers, cans, bottles or backpacks, don’t try to get served if you are a minor, don’t get arrested) *Mardi Gras 2022 Joe Cain Day ALEA SBI made 42 minor arrests…in 1 day! Officers won’t always been in uniform. There will be plain clothed officers in the area. We recognize National Passenger Safety Week too. DYK: Passengers accounted for 62 percent of traffic fatalities nationwide in 2019, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Visit www.nationalpassengersafety.org for more information and tips on passenger safety. Stay Connected: Senior Trooper Anna Peoples Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Office of the Secretary Recruiting Coordinator – PAO / Troop A 3402 Demetropolis Rd. Mobile, AL 36693 Office  (251) 660-2300

Monde Donaldson Vice President of Better Business Bureau Educational Foundation https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/18436-top-tricks-used-to-scam-older-adults No matter your age, no one is immune to scams. In the most recent 2020 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report, romance scams continued to be the riskiest scams for ages 55 through 64, and travel/vacation/timeshare scams were again the riskiest for ages 65+. Regardless of the type of scam, BBB recommends the following precautions to avoid becoming a victim. Tips to spot a potential scam Watch out for phone fraud. The Federal Trade Commission reports that fraudulent telemarketers often direct their calls at older adults. Scammers will claim to be with a government agent or pose as an bank employee. They may sound friendly and courteous or aggressive and threatening. They may even have a caller ID to match their claims. However, caller IDs can be easily spoofed and government agencies DON’T make unsolicited calls. It is vital to cultivate a healthy distrust for unsolicited callers and avoid sharing personal information. Never feel pressured to act. When in doubt, hang up the phone and call the official source to verify unexpected or unusual claims. You can also reduce the number of unsolicited calls by registering your phone number with the National Do-Not-Call registry at 1-888-382-1222 or Donotcall.gov. Know the red flags. Most scammers use common tactics to get your money or personal information. Keep an eye out for the following too-good-to-be-true claims: “Free,” “low cost,” or “buy one, get one” deal Request for unusual payment types (i.e. prepaid debit cards or wired funds) Claims that you only pay postage or administrative fees Pressure to act now and/or aggressive tones Deals that must be secured with a credit card or bank account information Sure-fire investment opportunities Charities that send 100% of your donation directly to the victims Only hire trustworthy, licensed contractors. Strange phone call? Might be an emergency scam: Watch out for Medicare fraud: Do your research before making an investment:Think before you click. Be on guard for “sweetheart” swindles. Reach out to someone you trust. Take time to research your purchases. Guard your personal information carefully. For More Information https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/21492-bbb-tip-how-to-choose-a-tax-preparer-us This year, United States taxpayers must file their income tax forms before the April 18, 2023 deadline. For many people, major life changes, business ownership, or simply a lack of knowledge about the ever-changing tax laws make finding a trustworthy tax preparer a good idea. That said, not all tax preparers have the same level of experience and training. Here are tips for finding someone you can trust with your finances and sensitive personal information. Which type of tax preparer is right for you? First, it’s important to understand the different types of tax preparers and their qualifications. Only enrolled agents, certified public accounts, and attorneys may represent their clients to the IRS on matters such as audits, collection issues, and appeals. Enrolled Agent (EA): Certified Public Accountants (CPA): Attorneys: Non-Credentialed tax preparers: Most tax preparers are legitimate and competent, but keep in mind that without a national license requirement, they may be working off of their own personal research and experience. Because of this, it is important you conduct a thorough interview with the tax preparer before you hire them. How to choose the right tax preparer: When it comes to choosing the right kind of tax preparer for you personally, much will depend on the complexity of your tax situation. After you’ve decided what qualifications your tax preparer needs, the following tips will help you choose someone who is trustworthy and competent: Review the tax preparer’s credentials. Be wary of spectacular promises. Get referrals from fr

Ashley Rains, Marketing Coordinator, Infirmary Health Systems We discuss: Our mission is to treat our patients with a focus on LIFE. This acronym embodies Infirmary Health’s core values of serving our community with a focus on Leadership, Integrity, Family and Excellent Service Infirmary Health is the largest non-governmental, not-for-profit healthcare system in Alabama. IH is comprised of three acute care hospitals, one post-acute care hospital, two rehabilitation hospitals, three ambulatory surgery centers, more than 60 physician practice locations and other affiliates. Infirmary Health earned recognition as one of the “Best places to work and the top healthcare system employer in the state of Alabama,” according to the 2022 America’s Best-in-State Employers list released by Forbes magazine. iHire events at all three hospitals every Thursday for clinical and non-clinical positions (from TMSG). Puppies! Through our Patient Experience team, we’ve developed Paws 4 Life, a pet therapy program at all three hospitals with Pet Partner volunteers. Speaking of volunteers, our hospitals have exciting volunteer opportunities. New partnerships in orthopaedic, new technology, new growth in Mobile and Baldwin Counties. Stay Connected: InfirmaryHealth.org Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn: @Infirmary Health and personally, @AshleyHRains

My guests: Hosea London, Excelsior Band Leader  Jerryln London, London Entertainment Group Willie Dinish III, The Black Ink Coalition, Owner We discuss: The significance and some of the celebration plans for year 140 Excelsior Band Preservation (non profit organization) The Excelsior Band Project (Archives Project) JAWS Fest 2023 JAWS Youth at JPAR is now until February 2023 Stay Connected: Website:http://www.excelsiorband1883.com/ Fundraising Platform: https://gofund.me/cda8063d Project Contact: [email protected] The Black Ink Coalition (251) 648-4942 Website: https://www.theblackinkcoalition.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBlackInkCoalition Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theblackinkcoalition YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUTH33hOgHc5fY7o5if5iDg