The Community Round Table & 251 NOW with Kelly Finley

Kelly Finley

The Community Round Table introduces you to local non-profit organizations, where you can donate your time and talents and make a difference. "251 NOW with Kelly Finley" is a show about what's happening in the city, businesses you need to know about, local artists, restaurants to visit, health, finance, wellness, community leaders making a positive difference, vibrant topics you and your family and friends are talking about, NOW!

  1. 02/19/2023

    The Community Round Table--Many More Miles & "Deliver Hope"!

    Guests: Pam Denham, Founder, Many More Miles, Baldwin Bone & Joint Genna VanVarden, Outreach Coordinator, City Hope Church o For the 19th year, Baldwin Bone & Joint, P.C. will host this important community outreach project, and again partnering with Baldwin County Public Schools – contributors of over 85% of shoes donated. For the second consecutive year, the local orthopaedic practice will partner with City Hope Church to achieve excellence in distribution of shoes to those in need. o Since its inception, response to the campaign has grown from 200 pairs donated in 2004 to a record-breaking 2,728 pairs contributed most recently. Shoe donations for 2023 are being accepted now, with final shoe drop-offs received at the 2023 Azalea Trail Run on Saturday, March 25, in Mobile, Ala. o Baldwin County students will once again be rewarded for collecting the highest number of shoes with money for their schools’ new P.E. equipment. Baldwin Bone & Joint will award cash prizes to P.E. programs to the top three Baldwin County Public Schools who donate the most shoes. In addition, the class that brings in the most shoes overall will receive a Chick-fil-a party and the teacher will be awarded a cash prize provided by City Hope Church. o Organizations who will benefit from the collected shoes this year include:  BCBE school closets  Fostering Together Gulf Coast  Local DHR donation  McKemie Place, Mobile  The Shoulder, Spanish Fort  Waterfront Rescue Mission, Foley  Teen Challenge, Bay Minette  Foster Families participating in Foster Care Awareness Walk – USA Intramural Fields – Saturday, May 6 o Those interested in participating are encouraged to clean up those gently used athletic shoes and any other shoes for all ages; bag or tie them together in pairs before dropping them off at any of the following locations:  Baldwin Bone and Joint (1505 Daphne Avenue, Daphne)  Office of Dr. Glenn Glass (1303 Main Street, Daphne)  The University of South Alabama Student Recreation Center  McCoy Outdoor Company  White-Spunner Realty (3201 Dauphin Street, Mobile)  Final Drop-off Opportunity: 2023 Azalea Trail Run (March 25) o In partnership with the ongoing community shoe drive, City Hope Church will host “Deliver Hope” on Sunday, March 12,   where congregants are encouraged to donate their gently worn shoes to any of the church’s campuses across the Gulf Coast.  Which social media platforms are you on? What's your handle? Facebook – @baldwinboneandjointpc Instagram – @baldwinboneandjoint LinkedIn – baldwin-bone-joint Twitter – @BaldwinBone call 251.656.3843 or visit  baldwinboneandjoint.com o Baldwin Bone & Joint, PC, 1505 Daphne Avenue, Daphne, AL 36526

    29 min
  2. 02/12/2023

    The Community Round Table--Monde Donaldson with the BBB helps you avoid scams & has IRS tips to choosing the best person/company to do your taxes

    Monde Donaldson Vice President of Better Business Bureau Educational Foundation https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/18436-top-tricks-used-to-scam-older-adults No matter your age, no one is immune to scams. In the most recent 2020 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report, romance scams continued to be the riskiest scams for ages 55 through 64, and travel/vacation/timeshare scams were again the riskiest for ages 65+. Regardless of the type of scam, BBB recommends the following precautions to avoid becoming a victim. Tips to spot a potential scam Watch out for phone fraud. The Federal Trade Commission reports that fraudulent telemarketers often direct their calls at older adults. Scammers will claim to be with a government agent or pose as an bank employee. They may sound friendly and courteous or aggressive and threatening. They may even have a caller ID to match their claims. However, caller IDs can be easily spoofed and government agencies DON’T make unsolicited calls. It is vital to cultivate a healthy distrust for unsolicited callers and avoid sharing personal information. Never feel pressured to act. When in doubt, hang up the phone and call the official source to verify unexpected or unusual claims. You can also reduce the number of unsolicited calls by registering your phone number with the National Do-Not-Call registry at 1-888-382-1222 or Donotcall.gov. Know the red flags. Most scammers use common tactics to get your money or personal information. Keep an eye out for the following too-good-to-be-true claims: “Free,” “low cost,” or “buy one, get one” deal Request for unusual payment types (i.e. prepaid debit cards or wired funds) Claims that you only pay postage or administrative fees Pressure to act now and/or aggressive tones Deals that must be secured with a credit card or bank account information Sure-fire investment opportunities Charities that send 100% of your donation directly to the victims Only hire trustworthy, licensed contractors. Strange phone call? Might be an emergency scam: Watch out for Medicare fraud: Do your research before making an investment:Think before you click. Be on guard for “sweetheart” swindles. Reach out to someone you trust. Take time to research your purchases. Guard your personal information carefully. For More Information https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/21492-bbb-tip-how-to-choose-a-tax-preparer-us This year, United States taxpayers must file their income tax forms before the April 18, 2023 deadline. For many people, major life changes, business ownership, or simply a lack of knowledge about the ever-changing tax laws make finding a trustworthy tax preparer a good idea. That said, not all tax preparers have the same level of experience and training. Here are tips for finding someone you can trust with your finances and sensitive personal information. Which type of tax preparer is right for you? First, it’s important to understand the different types of tax preparers and their qualifications. Only enrolled agents, certified public accounts, and attorneys may represent their clients to the IRS on matters such as audits, collection issues, and appeals. Enrolled Agent (EA): Certified Public Accountants (CPA): Attorneys: Non-Credentialed tax preparers: Most tax preparers are legitimate and competent, but keep in mind that without a national license requirement, they may be working off of their own personal research and experience. Because of this, it is important you conduct a thorough interview with the tax preparer before you hire them. How to choose the right tax preparer: When it comes to choosing the right kind of tax preparer for you personally, much will depend on the complexity of your tax situation. After you’ve decided what qualifications your tax preparer needs, the following tips will help you choose someone who is trustworthy and competent: Review the tax preparer’s credentials. Be wary of spectacular promises. Get referrals from fr

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The Community Round Table introduces you to local non-profit organizations, where you can donate your time and talents and make a difference. "251 NOW with Kelly Finley" is a show about what's happening in the city, businesses you need to know about, local artists, restaurants to visit, health, finance, wellness, community leaders making a positive difference, vibrant topics you and your family and friends are talking about, NOW!