‘My passion and purpose have intersected for me in this new opportunity to spark joy in the hearts of girls.’
Sheletta Brundidge
Posted inBusiness, Featured, Local & State, News
First ‘Black Entrepreneurs Day’ scheduled at State Capitol
‘Black-owned small businesses will take center stage at the inaugural “Black Entrepreneurs Day.’
Posted inLocal & State, MLK Legacy Section, News, Special Editions
MLK Holiday Breakfast will be broadcast live on radio
This year the motivational messages that honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Minneapolis MLK Holiday Breakfast on Monday, January 16 will be available to listeners on 830 AM WCCO Radio starting at 8 am.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Confused about Medicare options? Free event can help clarify
‘It’s crucial for the community to learn how to cost-compare Medicare plans. Middle to high-income consumers do this all the time and they pay less.’
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
Girl who witnessed George Floyd’s killing releases book for his birthday
‘A Walk to the Store’ to be released on what would have been George Floyd’s 49th birthday.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
Girls Taking Action and Boys of Hope tap the power of mentors
‘So many times the narrative in the community is that people don’t care. We defy that narrative.’
Posted inFeatured, Sports, Twins/MLB
Twins create sensory-friendly retreat from stadium noise
‘All Guest Services staff will be trained to identify folks who might be uncomfortable and might need a place to calm down.’
Posted inArts + Culture, Books
Local author encourages austistic kids to overcome fears and explore
Just in time for Autism Awareness Month in April, Minnesota media personality Sheletta Brundidge is releasing a new picture book.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
Sheletta Brundidge named as one of USA Today’s ‘Women of the Year’
Local media personality, author, activist, and former MSR columnist Sheletta Brundidge was named USA Today’s Minnesota Woman of the Year.
Posted inLynx/WNBA, Sports
W at 25: Remembering the Comets, the league’s first dynasty
This 25-part series of articles reflects on the WNBA’s 25 years. This week’s focus: that time when the Comets ‘took over Texas.’
Posted inArts + Culture
How acting a fool led to a shout out from Michelle Obama
I screamed, laughed, cried, lost all feeling on the left side of my body and peed on myself a little bit. Cause baby, Mrs. Obama, our Forever First Lady, sent ME a tweet!
Posted inArts + Culture
More than fun in the sun: vacations can be good teaching tools for kids
I don’t know about y’all, but I have one girlfriend who just makes me sick: Lindy Vincent. She does with ease everything that it takes me real effort to complete. She works out without sweating, while I can’t walk around the block without needing oxygen and a paramedic. I can’t get my kids to mind […]
Posted inArts + Culture, Movies
‘Girls Trip’ sparks new interest in Essence Fest
At least once a week, after I’ve had a long hard day of doing laundry, washing dishes, and running errands, I watch my favorite movie Girl’s Trip for a good pick-me-up. It’s funny, sassy, and well-written with beautiful actresses like Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and break-out star Tiffany Haddish, enjoying life in […]
Posted inArts + Culture, Movies
Shut up and listen: How the women of ‘Black Panther’ empower young girls
First of a four-part series My entire professional career I’ve been talking my butt off. Whether it’s giving my opinion on hot topics on the radio, interviewing guests on a current affairs program or waxing reflective about y’alls president on a TV show, my life, my job, and my passion has always been talking. Blabbing […]