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Portland man lost both hands and feet to Meningococcal Septicemia

Family, friends and the Sierra Leone community are holding a fundraising dinner for Issa this Saturday at St. Charles Church. He was diagnosed with Meningococcal Septicemia nearly three months ago after returning home from a trip to Sierra Leone two weeks prior.


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Last year, Coco was one of five finalists in Disney's 'Next Big Thing' competition, an achievement which further helped to launch her musical career

A fresh-faced, bright-eyed, Southern beauty, 14-year-old, Hollywood Records recording artist Coco Jones will grace television sets across the world on June 15 when she stars in the Disney Channel original movie "Let It Shine" opposite Tyler James Williams and Trevor Jackson. Coco plays the role of "Roxie," a teenage singing sensation whose music label is sponsoring a songwriting contest at a teen club.


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If you come prepared, you'll be ready to handle just about all of them

Be humble in your confidence as you inquire about the connection between the question and the position and responsibilities of the position


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Tri-met created the honor specifically for Jack, who became the first driver in the history of the institution to complete Master Operator requirements three consecutive times. Jack, who has been with Tri-met for 35 years, is a committed bus driver who values time with his family and giving back to the community.


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The actor is tired of answering questions about race

(CNN) -- The topic of race in Hollywood is a layered one, and it seems Idris Elba would like to take a break from sifting through it.

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A true film buff, Nyambi watched 365 movies in 365 days last year. Here, he talks about life and about what it's like to be on the show

Versatile Shakespearean thespian and television comedy sensation Nyambi Nyambi stars on the television sitcom "Mike & Molly" airing Mondays at 9:30 p.m. (8:30 Central) on CBS.


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Creative fun with women of color artists who publish magazine/comics of minority interest

Creative fun with women of color artists  who publish magazine/comics printed on photocopier). Also open mic,  workshop by creator of Cocoa/Puss, plus hip-hop by RoseBent. 9:30am-3pm, PSU Student Union, 2nd floor, 1825 SW Broadway

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A versatile talent, Kel recently stepped behind the camera to write and direct "She Is Not My Sister," an upcoming, faith-based feature film about bullying and forgiveness

A versatile talent, Kel recently stepped behind the camera to write and direct "She Is Not My Sister," an upcoming, faith-based feature film about bullying and forgiveness. Here, he talks both about that movie and about providing the voice of "Dutch" on the new Disney XD animated series "Motorcity."


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Here, she talks about serving as the Social Media Correspondent on NBC's 'The Voice,' where she brought viewers closer to the competition as bridge between the on-air and online experiences

Born in New Jersey on Sept. 26, 1981, but raised in Waldorf, Md., Christina Milian is a versatile talent whose resume includes film, television, theater and music. She recently appeared in the television movie "The Christmas Cupid" and on "CSI" and enjoyed a recurring role as the voice of Esther on "Family Guy."


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'Yes, the cast is predominantly African-American, but color is never really an issue in the film'

Born in Silver Spring, Maryland on Aug. 3, 1973, Michael Ealy majored in English at the University of Maryland before heading to New York City where he performed in several stage productions, including the off-Broadway hits Joe Fearless and Whoa Jack.


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