In this episode of "Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr.," the host spoke with Amanda Barlow Leitch, West Tennessee Regional Director for Alzheimer’s Tennessee, and Cassie Duggin, of Brookdale Jackson Oaks and serves as a co-chair for the first Walk to Make Alzheimer's a Memory in Jackson Walk. The walk will take place Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Jackson's AMP at the Market, located at 91 New Market Street.

Alzheimer’s Tennessee is hosting regional walks across the state which serve as the signature FUNdraisers to support research initiatives and the families it serves.

One of those walks will be hosted in West Tennessee, in Jackson, Tenn. Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Jackson’s AMP at the Market, 91 New Market Street, Jackson, Tenn.

A portion of walk proceeds are dedicated to the Alzheimer’s Tennessee research fund, currently supporting research locally at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Barlow Leitch spoke about Alzheimer's Tennessee, its mission, what it does, and the upcoming walk. Duggin spoke about why it was important for her to be a part of the event and why she supports Alzheimer's Tennessee.

The mission of Alzheimer's Tennessee is "to serve those facing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, to promote brain health through education, and to champion global research, prevention and treatment efforts.

Alzheimer’s Tennessee, Inc. provides family support, offers community and professional education, advocates for the needs and rights of those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well as research for its prevention, cure, and treatment.

Families receive assistance through such programs as the agency’s locally-staffed Helpline, consultations on care for persons with the disease, adult day care in Knox County, more than 42 support groups, help with local resources and referrals, financial assistance, in-service training opportunities for staff at area facilities, advocacy aimed at enhancements in law and policy, an annual research symposium for physicians and healthcare professionals, and educational materials and programs such as caregiver training workshops for families and professionals featuring local specialists and nationally-renowned experts.

Alzheimer's Tennessee is well-known for supporting programs and research through regional Walks across the state."

For more information about the walk or to register, visit https://www.radio731.com/event/alzheimers-tennessee-walk-to-make-alzheimers-a-memory-jackson-tenn-walk/.

For more about Alzheimer's Tennessee, visit www.alztennessee.org.

In this episode of Hub City Now with Tyrone Tony Reed Jr., the host interviews Tawnya Moore, with Commercial Bank and Trust, and Trey Cleek, Madison County Commissioner. The two serve as this year's chair and co-chair for this year's Circles of Hope Telethon. This year's theme is "Planting Seeds of Hope."

The 39th Annual Carl Perkins Circle of Hope Telethon raises funds for the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. The mission of the Center is to provide support to families in preventing and dealing with child abuse in West Tennessee and to help both parents and children meet the practical needs of preserving and improving the quality of family life.

The telethon will be held Sunday, August 21, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The telethon will be live on WBBJ and live-streamed online and those who would like to attend in person, can do so by going to the Carl Perkins Civic Center, located at 400 S. Highland Avenue, in Jackson, Tennessee, during the telethon.

It costs approximately $450,000 a month for the center to operate across all 20 counties, and the center must continue to take care of our children.

Making a pledge during the telethon is vital in helping the center continue to provide services to the children who need it. You can donate by going to https://www.carlperkinscenter.org/you-can-help/donate/circles-of-hope-telethon/telethon-donation.

In this episode of Hub City Now, host Tyrone Tony Reed Jr. interviews singer, songwriter and producer Zaeskee Alazae.

Zaeskee Alazae speaks about where his love of music came from, how it was cultivated and his family’s legacy in music.

Zaeskee Alazae comes from the West Side of Chicago. Zaeskee has been involved in the music industry since he was a child. He has won many awards and performed at numerous venues across Chicago. His mission is to bring people together with his inspirational lyrics and unique sound.

He is a new artist on the rise. His love for music was developed at a young age. His dedication to his craft shows and sets him apart from other artists. Zaeskee is becoming one of the most influential rising stars in today’s generation. The music industry has changed over the past few decades as technology advances. With all the various changes, it has become harder for artists to break through without the right connections, and following. A few ways artists can be noticed is through social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Zaeskee Music Production is a blend of R&B, Hip Hop, and AfroPop. Influenced by the likes of Drake, Future, Omarion, Chris Brown, Bruno Mars, Dr Dre, Timberland, James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Sly & The Family Stone FleetwoodMac, Rodney Jerkins, Ryan Leslie, Fred Hammon & The Winans.

Zaeskee Alazae also speaks about his style of music and what his motivation and mission is when he creates music.

Zaeskee Alazae also introduces us to the Belly Gang Project, why it was created and why he hopes it inspires.

For more information, visit Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. You can contact him for business inquiries at zaeskeealazae@gmail.com.