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Ryan Cameron, Atlanta radio legend and the voice of the Atlanta Hawks, is in the intensive care unit of a local hospital after suffering a heart attack, the family confirmed to WSB-TV. Earlier on this Easter morning of April 12, 2020, ESPN’s Elle Duncan, a former colleague of Cameron’s, asked for prayers after Cameron underwent…

If you’ve ever walked around the world’s busiest airport, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, you know that its concessions are unmatched. On Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, the annual Taste of Hartsfield-Jackson, a premier food festival showcasing the airport’s diverse dining options, was held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Domestic Terminal Atrium. “This event…

The Morning Culture

Frank Ski, Atlanta’s irrepressible veteran of radio talk, joined by internet sensations Jade Novah and JR launched “The Morning Culture” in January of 2019. The trio of cultural influencers — Ski, along with Novah, a singer and actress whose videos have received more than 55 million online views, and JR, a sports devotee with 80…

By Frank Ski Dr. Martin Luther King once said, “America is morally sick.” I believe that now “America is politically sick,” and our very prized democracy’s health is at stake. The very fabric of our democracy is built on debate. I’ve always known that even healthy political debates can turn into heated arguments. Sometimes that…

Katt Williams

The drama between Katt Williams and V103’s Wanda Smith allegedly escalated one day after their on-air roasting session. Footage from the incident has emerged. As previously reported, Williams and Smith confronted each other at the Atlanta Comedy Theater in Norcross, Georgia, on Sept. 15. Smith’s husband, Lamorris Sellers, was apparently upset with Williams, who crushed…

Jeezy’s private birthday party at Yebo On Saturday a bevy of celebs marked Jeezy’s birthday with an exclusive dinner party at Yebo Restaurant & Bar. Special invited guests enjoyed an evening of music and mingling along with a three-course South African cuisine and open bar featuring Avion Tequila and Courvoisier specialty cocktails. Guests were also…

Frank Ski Restaurant and Lounge owned by former WVEE radio personality Frank Ski is being sued in Fulton State Court by a metro Atlanta family claiming a relative fell at the restaurant and later died from her injuries. The wrongful death lawsuit was filed this week by Gaye Elizabeth Wilson, administrator of the estate…

Radio and TV personality and motivational speaker Frank Ski was the driving force behind the highest-rated morning radio show in Atlanta for 15 years, “The Frank and Wanda Morning Show.” His charisma and skills behind the mic inspired millions to take that leap of faith to fulfill their dreams and to live life to the…

The multitude outside the courtroom in Phoenix exploded in cheers when the jury came back with “guilty” verdict in the capital murder case of Jodi Arias. Arias was convicted of an extremely heinous killing of boyfriend, Travis Alexander, by shooting him in the forehead, stabbing him 30 times and slicing his throat from ear to…

Big Boi, one half of the legendary Southern rap duo OutKast, probably summed it up best when the Phoenix jury’s verdict read “guilty” in the first-degree murder trial of Jodi Arias: DUH ! @rt [email protected]: Jodi Arias has been found guilty of first degree murder. CNN.com for more details. — Big Boi (@BigBoi) May 8,…

Frank Ski taking over for Elle Duncan?

Nationally-syndicated radio show host Michael Baisden being locked out of the Cumulus radio offices was a brutal and unceremonious dismissal if there ever was one. But is someone waiting in the wings who also recently stepped away from his radio rule due to negotiation squabbles? According to recent reports, yes. Baisden’s ouster leaves an opening…

On Tuesday, Feb. 26, public relations professionals and students gathered for a night of lively discussion and networking at leading public relations firm, Burson-Marsteller, where attendees were engrossed in the glamorous yet challenging world of entertainment public relations. Vanessa Edwards-El, the event’s moderator, started the event with a short networking session where attendees had the…

The 3rd annual Legendary Awards took place last night at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Honorees included boxing great Sugar Ray Leonard, who did not attend the event, his son accepted his award on his behalf. New jack swing innovator Teddy Riley, who is also brand ambassador for this year’s awards, was honored for his…

Radio personality Frank Ski was among a host of award recipients who were honored for “their achievements and for utilizing their reach and resources to edify those whose lives they touch,” says Munson Steed, CEO/Publisher rolling out magazine, at the Men of Power and Influence Awards sponsored by Ford. One of Atlanta’s favorite radio personalities, Frank…

Joining forces for the Men of Power and Influence Awards presented by rolling out, Atlanta’s trendsetters gathered at Twelve Ballroom at Atlantic Station in Atlanta on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012. Co-hosts supermodel Tyson Beckford and TV personality Toya Wright joined a lineup of honorees including entertainment mogul and philanthropist Michael Mauldin, Atlanta city councilman Kwanza…

Steed Media Group/rolling out and Ford Motor Company honored the “Men Who Go Further” in the inaugural Men of Power and Influence awards gala at the Twelve hotel in Atlanta on Dec. 13, 2012, which was hosted by former supermodel Tyson Beckford and reality star and author Antonia “Toya” Wright. The soiree was an upscale…

Frank “Ski” Rodriguez, the driving force behind the longest-running and highest rated morning radio show in Atlanta, is leaving V-103 after 14 years at the helm. Known simply to metro ATL-liens as the legendary “Frank Ski,” the New York City-born Rodriguez, 48, has said goodbye to the “Frank Ski and Wanda Morning Show” after negotiations…

A tidal wave of love and support flowed into the V-103 radio station after it announced that the principle stars of the “Frank and Wanda Morning Show” were closing down the No. 1 rated morning show in Atlanta for the past 14 years. Perhaps as the greatest sign of respect and admiration, celebrities and nationally-renowned…