::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

buzzz worthy. . . Kenneth and Gloria Copeland are members of President Donald Trump's Evangelical Council. Donald Trump has selected an Evangelical Advisory Board made up of  some of the most prominent faith leaders in America to ease concerns about his religious beleifs, hoping to wrangle the faith base electorate. The team was announced after Trump met with some 900 Evangelical leaders last Tuesday.  Focus on the Family Founder James Dobson , Liberty University's Jerry Falwell , Richard Land , President of the Southern Evangelical Seminary and hosts of Believers Voice of Victory Kenneth and Gloria Copeland are listed.  The members of the board have not necessarily endorsed the presumptive GOP candidate for President, but have come together to express Evangelical interests and answer Trump's "desire to have access to the wise counsel of such leaders as needed."  Of the 25 names announced, former Minnesota Congress woman Michele Bachman is the only non-re...

buzzz worthy. . . The European Union (EU) is now short one nation. Britain pulled out of the union today, leaving 27 countries. Prime Minister David Cameron has resigned.  The nation was divided between citizens who wanted the be identified England as opposed to Great Britain. The change will impact international politics and economics will be impacted by the change. Britain will loss automatic access to trade and banking.  The uncertainty is expected to have an impact on market around the world.

buzzz worthy. . . While we are still awaiting more details on the legislation, it is clear that once again, Republicans have put political games ahead of the health and safety of the American people, particularly pregnant women and their babies. This plan from Congressional Republicans is four months late and nearly a billion dollars short of what our public health experts have said is necessary to do everything possible to fight the Zika virus and steals funding from other health priorities. The fact that the Republican plan limits needed birth control services for women in the United States and Puerto Rico as we seek to stop the spread of a sexually transmitted disease is a clear indication they don't take seriously the threat from the Zika virus or their responsibility to protect Americans.

buzzz worthy. . . #MissVA2016 (Roanoke,VA) -- The 2016 Miss Virginia Pageant is underway.  Miss, Teen and Princess contestants from the Miss Northern Virginia Scholarship Organization embarked upon the "Star City" to compete for the Miss Virginia  state title this week.  After a week of prelims the new queens will be crowned at the finale at the Burgland Center on Saturday, June 25.  On Tuesday night contestant greeted supporters at the opening reception held at Hotel Roanoke.  Find more info about the pageant schedule and tickets at www.missva.org. Miss Virginia 2015 Savannah Lane (L); Miss Northern Virginia's Outstanding Teen Aria Austin (C); 2015 Miss Virignia's Outstanding Teen Hayley Boland Miss Northern Virginia Megan Gerber (L); Miss Northern Virginia Princess Amber Austin (C);            Miss Northern Virginia's Outstanding Teen, Aria Austin (R) Miss Northern Virginia Scholarship Organization Pageant Directo...

buzzz worthy. . . JUNE 20, 2016  – Write Haus Music Group artist, Tiffany Jeffers releases “Say Yes,” the debut single from her forthcoming summer EP.  The inspirational lyrics encourages listeners to simply surrender to God and just “Say Yes” to his will.  The digital release is available today, June 20, 2016 on iTunes and most online retail outlets that sell music.   Tiffany Jeffers, full project promises to be one that combines her powerful vocals with lyrics that reflect her personal relationship with Christ. She has an urgency in her voice that lets you know how dedicated she is to winning souls and uplifting Gods Kingdom. Her music is a combination of Traditional Gospel and the explosive Urban Gospel sound that is impacting Gospel music today.  Her youthful spirit is a contradiction to the power and control of her magnificent instrument.  She has the vocal poise of a seasoned singer, but she approaches songs with a freshness that sets...

buzzz worthy. . .   ATLANTA  – At UP, We Get Family.  The entertainment destination that showcases stories about modern American families and the relationships that define them, announced today that it has greenlit a new original series, “Date My Dad,” that will make its world television debut in late Spring 2017. Produced by 50° North Productions in association with EveryWhere Studios, the yet to be cast 10-episode family dramedy tells the story of a single dad raising three teenage daughters. Three years after losing their mother, the daughters make it their mission to get their dad back in the game…the dating game, that is.  “At UP, we are committed to bringing our viewers great stories about family in all its forms, and 'Date My Dad’ is the perfect addition to our collection,” said Amy Winter, evp and general manager, UP. "We fell in love with the charming and beleaguered father and his precocious daughters in this series and know our audience will a...

buzzz worthy. . . ABFF Encore at BET Experience Will Include Master Classes from Industry Veterans Kenya Barris, Robert Townsend and Tasha Smith (Los Angeles, CA)  –  The BET Networks and the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) have announced  ABFF Encore at BET Experience ,   a programming partnership to be unveiled at the 2016 BET Experience @ L.A. LIVE presented by Coca-Cola® June 24-26.  ABFF Encore at BET Experience  will feature select films from the 2016 ABFF, along with master classes in a variety of disciplines including acting, directing and producing. The inaugural event will be held at the L.A. LIVE complex during the BET Experience, a four-day weekend showcasing the best in music, comedy, and entertainment culminating with the 16 th  annual “BET Awards” on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at Microsoft Theater. “We are thrilled to extend our partnership with BET beyond the ABFF Awards, and present ABFF Encore in conjunction with the BET ...

buzzz worthy. . . By Mona Austin All hail "King James." Led by Lebron James, the Cleveland Cavaliers are the winners of the 2016 NBA Championship.  The city of Cleveland has not heard those words in half a century.  James kept the promise he made to his hometown fan base and swiped the victory from defending champions, the Steph Curry led Golden State Warriors. The Cavs are the first team in NBA franchise history to come back and win after a 3-1 deficit. Mr. James, 31 left Miami and returned to Cleveland, his hometown when they were struggling and has helped turn the team around.  An emotional win, the 6 foot 8 inch tall power forward put his heart, body and soul into the contest. At one point he sprung into super hero like action. Appearing to defy gravity he swooped over an opposing player to defend  the would be goal with a block from the rear. In the final minutes of the game he injured his wrist after falling and  rolled in agony on the court sur...