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Tulsa Community – Let’s Give It Up for the Village!

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  πŸ“£ Tulsa Community – Let’s Give It Up for the Village! We’re sending a massive SHOUT OUT to every organization, church, business, and leader stepping up to host Back-to-School Bashes across Tulsa and surrounding areas. These events are blessing our kids with supplies, haircuts, food, fun, and encouragement for the new school year. πŸ’₯Special thanks to Milton Dean III , an avid community advocate, for compiling and sharing these events to help families plug in and show up! Events : πŸ“… Saturday, August 2, 2025 πŸ•˜ 9 AM – 12 PM πŸ“ Back to School Community Resource Fair SageNet Center - Expo Square, 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa πŸŽ’ Backpacks, haircuts, sports physicals, immunizations, vision screenings, activities πŸ•™ 10 AM – 1 PM πŸ“ Chase Bank: Backpacks & Financial Basics 6140 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa πŸ’Έ Financial workshops, free backpacks, kids’ financial games πŸ”— RSVP: events.chase.com/300067357 πŸ•› 12 PM – 4 PM πŸ“ Black Excellence Ball Community Giveback Keith Reed Found...

Business Spotlight Follow-Up: Black Wall Street T-Shirts & Souvenirs

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Carrying the Legacy Beyond the Walls The Greenwood Beat - WFPG Business Spotlight When you walk into Black Wall Street T-Shirts & Souvenirs, you’re not just entering a store—you’re stepping into history, purpose, and Black excellence. And the heartbeat behind it all? Cleo Harris, Jr ., a proud descendant of the original Black Wall Street families, who has dedicated his life to honoring the past and uplifting the future. Following our initial spotlight, the response has been overwhelming—and rightfully so. Visitors are traveling from across the nation to experience this one-of-a-kind shop located on sacred ground in Tulsa’s Greenwood District. And what they’re finding is more than just high-quality shirts or powerful memorabilia—they’re encountering truth, education, and healing. Mr. Harris continues to pour into the community by offering impromptu history lessons, heartfelt storytelling, and personal testimony. For many, meeting him is the most impactful part of their ...

Power the Narrative. Power the People: Why Advertising on Black-Owned Radio is a Bold Business Move

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 In a world overflowing with digital noise and mass-produced messages, one truth rises to the surface: authenticity connects . And there is nothing more authentic than a platform that has been born from history, built through community, and backed by purpose. That’s exactly what The Greenwood Beat – WFPG represents. Broadcasting from Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District—the heartbeat of what was once Black Wall Street—WFPG is more than just a radio station. It’s a cultural lighthouse, an economic incubator, and a platform for legacy . The Power of Telling Our Own Stories For too long, Black communities have been excluded from the table when it comes to how our stories are told and who gets to tell them. The Greenwood Beat is reclaiming that power—story by story, beat by beat. And when you advertise here, you become a part of that powerful shift. Every commercial, every business spotlight, every show sponsorship is a declaration: πŸ—£️ We will no longer be left out. We are buildin...

Meet the Leadership Behind the Beat

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  The Greenwood Beat – WFPG is powered by a trailblazing executive team committed to reclaiming, restoring, and rebuilding the legacy of Black Wall Street. Their collective mission: to inform, inspire, and ignite voices in the community through transformative radio. Dr. Angela K. Chambers, Founder & CEO The visionary behind the beat, leading with purpose, power, and passion. Starr Fisher, Chief Operating Officer The strategic force ensuring every show, segment, and success is executed with excellence. Alvin Muhammad, Chief Sustainability Officer A champion for truth and community restoration, anchoring the legacy with values that last. Antonio McGlothin, Sr., Station Manager The heartbeat of the station, keeping operations flowing and voices amplified. Together, they are more than a team—they are a movement.

πŸ“£ Shout Out to Tulsa’s Black Media and Voices Making a Difference! πŸ–€

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The Greenwood Beat – WFPG would like to give a powerful shout out to our local Black media outlets here in Tulsa for speaking up, speaking out, and creating space for real stories, real issues, and real celebrations! Because of you—we get to tell our stories. Because of you—we are reminded that we matter. #BlackMediaMatters πŸŽ™️ Special recognition to: The Oklahoma Eagle Newspaper The Black Wall Street Times KJAMZ Urban Enterprises Tulsa KBOB UBC Radio 3 NABJ Tulsa NYCU.FM πŸ’₯ A major salute to NABJ Tulsa for being a solid and consistent organization for over 30 years—supporting Black journalists through resources, scholarships, and opportunities to grow and stand tall in media. And we can’t forget to extend gratitude to the Black voices in mainstream media —including News on 6, FOX 23 News, KTUL , and others—who are intentionally working to report stories with greater sensitivity, accuracy, and care. We see you. We thank you. Let’s keep telling the truth. Let’s keep tellin...

Spotlight on TrueLiving Adult Daycare: Supporting Tribal Caregivers Through Compassionate Care

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  Spotlight on TrueLiving Adult Daycare: Supporting Tribal Caregivers Through Compassionate Care At The Greenwood Beat – WFPG , we are proud to shine a light on TrueLiving Adult Daycare, a vital community partner making a meaningful difference in the lives of families and elders across the region. Their recent announcement highlights an incredible opportunity for tribal caregivers through the Choctaw Nation Respite Program—an initiative designed to provide culturally respectful support and relief for those caring for aging loved ones. TrueLiving Adult Daycare understands that caregiving, while deeply rewarding, can also be demanding. That’s why they are helping spread the word about this valuable program which offers respite care to individuals who meet the following qualifications: ✅ Reside in the 10½ counties of the Choctaw Nation ✅ Possess a CDIB (Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood) card ✅ Are 55 years or older, or classified as frail elderly This program is espec...

You're Invited: NABJ-Tulsa Happy Hour Recruitment Event at The Greenwood Beat – WFPG

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  Tulsa’s Black media scene is rising—and you’re invited to be a part of it! Join the National Association of Black Journalists – Tulsa Chapter (NABJ-Tulsa) for a powerful and inspiring Happy Hour Recruitment Event on Friday, June 14, from 3 PM to 6 PM , hosted at The Greenwood Beat – WFPG on historic Greenwood Avenue. This event is more than a social—it's a movement. Come out to: Meet NABJ-Tulsa leaders and hear their vision for Black media in Oklahoma Network with fellow journalists, creatives, podcasters, and media professionals Learn more about NABJ’s mission to support, develop, and advocate for Black storytellers Become a new member on-site and receive a gift basket as a thank-you! (While supplies last) Whether you're an experienced media professional or just beginning your journey, NABJ-Tulsa is building a home for you. Let’s uplift our voices, protect our narratives, and grow together. πŸ“ Location: The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, Tulsa, Oklahoma πŸ“…...