Information provided by WLOK

Memphis, TN - (May 14, 2012) - WLOK (1340 AM), the first black-owned radio station in Memphis, will celebrate its 35th anniversary of African-American ownership with an anniversary dinner Friday, May 18, at the Marriott East, 2625 Thousand Oaks Blvd. The dinner will bring together gospel celebrities, dignitaries, and loyal listeners to pay tribute to the local radio station that has become Memphis' leading source of gospel music and news.

 "When WLOK began in 1977, there were many people who didn't believe that a black-owned radio could succeed in Memphis. But 35 years later and we're still here,'' said Art Gilliam, president of Gilliam Communications, Inc.

Information provided by Swift

Swift Transportation Co., Inc., www.joinswift.com , is celebrating the men and women of the armed forces by offering them a new career in trucking. Swift is committed to providing career opportunities for the heroes of our country, by providing 1,000 full scholarships to Veterans to attend a Swift Academy of their choice, including the facility in Millington. The transportation leader is offering full scholarships to veterans with a 1-year commitment, as well as a $1,000 tuition discount to Selective Reserves and National Guard with a 1-year commitment.

"At Swift, we are happy to honor and celebrate the bravery and courage of our U.S. veterans.

The Whitehaven Library Branch will host Employment Week events April 23-26. Employment week programs and classes provide the keys to successful interviews, job search skills, and career opportunities.