Real Talk With Monica

18/08/2024

🏡 Exciting Sunday with EXIT First Realty! 🎉

A huge thank you to my Real Estate Broker/Mentor, Marc Austin Highfill of EXIT First Realty, for welcoming me to this amazing team!

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of vending at a fantastic cultural event featuring a Panamanian Traditional Dance Group at Crump Park in Henrico County.

Kudos to Jackie Anthony & Angela E. Ennett for hosting such a wonderful celebration of their Panamanian culture!

As your local 'Community Realtor' based at 11207 Nuckols Road Suite E in Glen Allen, VA, I'm thrilled to have made so many new connections and to be part of such a vibrant community.

🔑 Are you interested in joining the EXIT First Realty family? Or perhaps you need a trusted and dedicated Realtor to help you buy or sell your property? Look no further!

📞 Call: 804-310-5055
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Let's make your real estate dreams a reality together!

16/08/2024

Join us this Sunday for our “Family Reunion Sunday”. We are asking everyone to invite their family to worship and wear your family reunion t-shirt, or wear your favorite CSBC paraphernailia

16/08/2024

The iconic role in this cultural touchstone of a musical is played by Midlothian native Nichelle Lewis, a 2017 graduate of Manchester High School.

14/08/2024

12/08/2024

Thank you so much to my big Sis Ellen Robertson for supporting the ' 4th Annual Back to School Rally' event yesterday.

Words can't express how much we thank Councilwoman for supporting this year's ' Back to School Rally ' event.

I told a crowd of 200 plus attendees that everyone must re-elect Ellen Robertson on Tuesday, November 5th for Richmond City District 6th.



That's Real Talk!

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12/08/2024

12/08/2024

Farmer John Boyd Jr., founder and president of National Black Farmers Association of Boydton in Mecklensburg, Va. is in a photo from 2021. Photo by Regina H. Boone / Richmond Free Press.

Black farmers win $2.2 billion payout in USDA discrimination case

After a decades-long fight for Black farmers to receive financial assistance for their farms, the rain made grain this week.

A $2.2 billion payout was awarded to Black farmers who applied for the restitution disbursement back in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture last Wednesday.

Nearly 45,000 farmers around the country – with most payouts heading toward Mississippi and Alabama – will receive payouts up to $500,000, with the average award being $82,000. This payout provides farmers financial assistance after years of racial discrimination, protests, lawsuits and failed legislation.

Fourth-generation farmer and National Association of Black Farmers founder, John Boyd, said the large payout was a “huge victory” for the organization and himself.

“It’s a huge victory for the National Association of Black Farmers, even a bigger victory for me as somebody who’s been trying to get this stuff done for 41 years,” he said.

The NBFA was founded over 40 years ago to educate and advocate for Black farmers in fighting for civil rights, land retention, accessibility to farm loans and economic development.

Boyd got the news of the payout last week from a phone call with Stephen Benjamin, the Biden administration’s director of the office of public engagement.

Continue reading the rest of staff writer Paula Phounsavath ‘s reporting: https://m.richmondfreepress.com/news/2024/aug/08/black-farmers-win-22-billion-payout-in-usda-discrimination-case/

12/08/2024

11/08/2024

Good morning Facebook friends!

SOLD OUT!

We are officially Sold Out on Eventbrite for the ' 4th Annual Back to School Rally ' event. However, you can still possibly stop by! Eventbrite Tickets 🎟 are the first to get.

Again, we thank our sponsors, community partners, and vendors for supporting this event each year!

10/08/2024

Support a fantastic RVA local business named Crown Trophy!

Meet Mr. Ken, co-owner of Crown Trophy, at 8111 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23228. Crown Trophy has been a community partner with Real Talk With Monica & Rising Towards Success since 2018. Both of my companies have used their fantastic services since 2018.

In the picture 📸 below, Ken made a custom design for our premier sponsor, Pepsi for this year's " Back to School Rally ' event. Therefore, if you want high-quality service, fair prices, down-home customer service, and custom award design then contact our friends at Crown Trophy.

That's Real Talk!

09/08/2024

We are thrilled to invite you to participate in our Community Choir, performing on Sunday, August 25 at our Family & Friends Day 10:00 a.m. worship service and Monday, August 26 at 7:00 p.m. at our Family & Friends ~ One Night Revival. Whether you're an experienced singer or new to choirs, your voice is welcome here!

To sign up, click the link below

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQOF_ZD7ly3Rm4xKPXeZNsrYhWGj4lXjxV7jHcoe7AAgSeUg/viewform

08/08/2024

Thank you so once again to the Commonwealth's Attorney Office of Richmond and The Honorable Commonwealth Attorney Colette McEachin of Richmond City for supporting three years in a row the'4th Annual Back to School Rally'event, which is happening this Sunday, August 11th, from 3 to 5 pm at Shalom Baptist Fellowship Church, 1708 Harwood Street in Richmond, Virginia 23224.

Again, Rising Towards Success and Shalom Baptist Fellowship Church can't make this event successful without successful community partnerships, such as the partners within the City of Richmond, VA.

07/08/2024

Rising Towards Success & Shalom Baptist Fellowship Church is getting ready for this Sunday "4th Annual Back to School Rally " event from 3 to 5 PM at Shalom Baptist Fellowship Church, 1708 Harwood Street in Richmond, Virginia 23224.

Thank you to our incredible sponsors this year- the City of Richmond, NextUp RVA, Mimms Funeral Services, Workspace 101 , Pepsi, EXIT First Realty , WHO Counseling Services , and The Honorable Ellen Robertson Councilwoman Richmond 6th District .

For more info regarding this event, visit Eventbrite Key Word:BACKTOSCHOOLRALLY4.EVENTBRITE.COM

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30/07/2024

30/07/2024

Did you know our county offers the Project LifeSaver Program?

Project Lifesaver is a rapid response program aiding victims and families suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, Dementia, and Autism. We use state of the art technology and trained deputies to locate individuals who have wandered away and cannot take care of themselves.

For more information and details contact Deputy N. Jones at 804-501-4950 or 804-349-2343.

14/07/2024

Good morning, everyone!

Happy Sunday!

Today's inspirational message: "Never take life for granted!"!

In Luke 12:4 "And I say to you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body, and after that, have no more that they can do.

Back in 2010, I had a life-death experience that changed the course of my lifetime. Well, I had that same awful feeling that death was coming yesterday. I will not go into full details; however, it reminded me not to leave this earth in full regret for not experiencing what life offers, telling your family and loved ones how much you love them, never letting pride or ego destroy a friendship, and most importantly, not allowing yourself to be freely you!

I have always said, "I am a work in progress that's trying to do good by God's grace."

Key word from the post: Never leave this earth 🌎 with anger, hatred, hurt, disappointment, and failure towards yourself or anyone else.

That's Real Talk!

Dr. Monica L. Ball

11/07/2024

🎨✨ Carytown Garage Transformation Unveiling ✨🎨

Join Richmond's creative community for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the newly transformed Carytown garage! Witness the unveiling of a vibrant mural that has turned a simple parking structure into a breathtaking walkable outdoor gallery. This initiative, part of "Parking Lot Pieces" and "Carytown Street Art Jam," showcases the talent of local artists and the power of community partnerships.

🗓️ Date: July 15, 2024
⏰ Time: 10:00am
📍 Location: Carytown Garage, 16 S. Colonial Ave, near the historic Byrd Theatre

Celebrate our city's cultural heritage and the collaborative spirit that now radiates from every corner of the garage. Let's come together to appreciate art that not only beautifies but binds our community. 🎨🌆

11/07/2024

Sean Harris and his 11-year-old son, Caden, from Atlanta, Georgia, are on a mission to raise $30,000 for their mobile financial learning center bus project. They're transforming a 54-passenger bus acquired in 2021 into a hub for teaching kids about financial literacy, visiting schools and neighborhoods.