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News 6 wins 2 regional Edward R. Murrow awards for Excellence in Innovation, Best Podcast
Read full article: News 6 wins 2 regional Edward R. Murrow awards for Excellence in Innovation, Best PodcastWKMG won Excellence in Innovation for transformation of content on its streaming service, News 6+. WKMG was also awarded Best Podcast for Your Florida Daily hosted by Katrina Scales.
'Safe space for all:' Harbor House walk supports pets of domestic violence survivors
Read full article: 'Safe space for all:' Harbor House walk supports pets of domestic violence survivorsThis morning, Harbor House CEO Michelle Sperzel joined Bridgett to talk about the 13th Annual Paws for Peace Walk. This is the signature event to support survivors of domestic violence with family pets.
Two-time living organ donor spreads awareness about process, plans to give more
Read full article: Two-time living organ donor spreads awareness about process, plans to give moreTyler Rosen is one of less than 100 living double organ donors in the world, having donated his right kidney to his friend Katie Freeman in 2022 and donating 70% of his liver to an anonymous recipient in 2019.
‘Women United’ luncheon to motivate and inspire local female leaders
Read full article: ‘Women United’ luncheon to motivate and inspire local female leadersORLANDO, Fla. – March is Women’s History Month and to celebrate the accomplishments of local women and to empower them to find even more success, the Heart of Florida United Way is hosting a luncheon Thursday as part of Women United. Women United is a part of United Way that says it fights for the health, education and financial stability for all. News 6 anchor Bridgett Ellison spoke with Women United Luncheon co-chair Annie Marie Howard about the event. But really, it’s about other women coming together to help other women and families and children.”This year, due to the pandemic, the Women United events are virtual. Click here to purchase or click here to learn more about Women United.
Code 9 Project provides support for first responders, veterans
Read full article: Code 9 Project provides support for first responders, veteransORLANDO, Fla. First responders are always on the front line, putting themselves at risk to help those in need. Their high-stress jobs are even more difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many say theyre feeling hopeless and helpless. The Code 9 Project is a nonprofit organization that provides support for first responders, veterans and their families through various resources. New 6 anchor Bridgett Ellison recently spoke with the president and co-founder, Brandielee Baker, NLPMP, about how the organization is responding to first responders needs. Find out more at The Code 9 Project or call the national helpline, open 24/7 for all frontline workers, first responders and veterans, at 844-HOPE-247.
Students get free school supplies during 'Grant a Wish' event
Read full article: Students get free school supplies during 'Grant a Wish' eventThe "Grant a Wish" event recognizes three students who were nominated by their teachers for excelling in school even during challenging times. News 6 anchor Bridgett Ellison emceed "Grant a Wish" along with AGFT President Jane Thompson. The high school student honored is Deyverson Fillistin. He began at Oak Ridge High School in 2017, having only moved to the U.S. five months prior. It provides a free store for teachers and is our area's largest provider of school supplies.