THANK YOU!

Once again, Magic 95 listeners came through in time of need. Over two days we were successful in collecting items for the Moore, Oklahoma tornado victims filling four trucks full of much needed supplies for The Salvation Army (bottled water, canned goods, non-perishable food items and more) plus we raised $2,320.00 for the American Red Cross! Many thanks to Cache Road Square for allowing us to set up in their parking lot for donations, and especially - thank you - our listeners - for your generosity!

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Still want to help? Visit these sites: The Salvation Army or the American Red Cross.

In the Aftermath of the Oklahoma Tornadoes, the Support of Volunteers is Key

WASHINGTON - In the wake of severe storms and tornadoes in Oklahoma, voluntary agencies continue to be a vital member of the disaster response and recovery team, working alongside state, tribal and local emergency responders to assist in caring for the immediate needs of survivors. The public can play an important role with the emergency management team, volunteering their time, money, and energy to help disaster survivors and their families. There are ways individuals can support the ongoing response and recovery efforts, whether they live in the affected area or across the country.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is advising people who want to help survivors to do so through affiliation with the voluntary organizations that are active in the ongoing disaster operations.  More information on volunteering and donations can be found at www.fema.gov/howtohelp.

“Voluntary agencies are playing a critical role in the response and recovery efforts in Oklahoma,” said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate. “To best meet the needs of survivors, voluntary agencies need the public’s support.”  

National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (National VOAD) serves as the primary point of contact for voluntary organization coordination in FEMA's National Response Coordination Center, supporting Mass Care, Emergency Assistance, Housing, and Human Services needs.  National VOAD continues to work with a network of more than 50 national agencies and 55 state and territorial VOADs providing countless volunteers and services to support response and recovery efforts. Financial contributions offer voluntary agencies of your choice the most flexibility in obtaining resources.

“The coordinated support from the American public, Oklahoma survivors, faith-based and community-based relief organizations, the business community and local, state, tribal and federal governments will be necessary to restore the communities in Moore County,” said Daniel Stoecker, Executive Director of National VOAD. “The most effective way to help tornado survivors will be to donate to, or volunteer with, a reputable, recognized organization active in disaster response and recovery activities.”

National VOAD members including voluntary, non-profit and faith-based organizations are working closely with affected states and communities to assist with providing mobile feeding, assist with debris removal and, as needed, to support with temporary home repairs and other needs for disaster survivors. 

Examples of ongoing work include:

• Oklahoma Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster continues to work with its membership to coordinate mass feeding teams, debris clean up and volunteer reception centers.

• American Red Cross disaster teams in Oklahoma have five open shelters.  Thirty-one emergency response vehicles are on the ground or en route to distribute food and water and five emergency aid stations were open where people can find a safe refuge, food and snacks, emotional support, health care services and information about what other help is available. The Red Cross and FEMA continue to jointly lead the planning and coordination of mass care services, as part of Emergency Support Function 6 (ESF#6), which assists states in their planning and coordinating of mass care services, specifically sheltering, feeding, distribution of emergency supplies, and family reunification services.

• Team Rubicon, working with the American Red Cross, is providing teams of volunteers to assist local authorities with road openings, debris removal, and logistics coordination.

• Salvation Army teams continue to provide food, hydration, and pastoral care to those affected by these tornados. Twelve Mobile Feeding Units (Canteens) have provided more than 4,600 meals to survivors. 

• Southern Baptist Convention, working with the American Red Cross, is providing two kitchens to provide meals to disaster survivors. The kitchens are able to make tens of thousands of meals a day if needed.

• Samaritans Purse has mobilized teams with equipment to support debris cleanup, roof tarping, and chainsaw work.

• Mennonite Disaster Service has mobilized Early Response Teams with equipment to support debris clean up and chainsaw work.

• Catholic Charities USA has been working with the local Archdiocese of Oklahoma City to provide support to the diocese efforts. Catholic Charities USA staff are deployed to support the assessment and determination of the immediate service delivery program.

• Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has a team of National Disaster Response members in Oklahoma City and is providing emotional and spiritual care for survivors and first responders.

• Adventist Community Services (ACS) are collecting, sorting, and distributing supplies under the management of ACS Disaster Response teams.

• ICNA Relief's Disaster Response Services has deployed teams to assist with disaster clean up. Teams include chainsaw crews to assist to remove downed trees from damaged homes, remove damaged household contents and tree debris, and support roof tarping.

• Brethren Disaster Services deployed two of the Critical Response Child Care Teams to provide support to affected families and children. They will be partnering with the American Red Cross to provide trained and certified volunteers to set up child care centers in shelters and disaster assistance centers.  The volunteers are specially trained to respond to traumatized children, providing a calm, safe, and reassuring presence.

• United Way in coordination with the state of Oklahoma has established the OK Strong Disaster Relief Fund to assist with the long-term medical, emotional and educational needs of survivors. Donations can be made by calling (405) 236-8441 or donating online at www.unitedwayokc.org.  

Along with our partners at the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, here are reminders when helping those impacted in Oklahoma:

Cash is the most efficient method of donating – Cash offers voluntary agencies the most flexibility in obtaining the most-needed resources and pumps money into the local economy to help businesses recover. Remember, unsolicited donated goods such as used clothing, miscellaneous household items, and mixed or perishable food require helping agencies to redirect valuable resources away from providing services to sort, package, transport, warehouse, and distribute items that may not meet the needs of disaster survivors.

Donate through a trusted organization – At the national level, many voluntary, faith and community-based organizations are active in disasters, and are trusted ways to donate to disaster survivors. In addition to the national members, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin, in coordination with the United Way of Central Oklahoma, established the OK Strong Disaster Relief Fund to assist with the long-term medical, emotional and educational needs of disaster survivors. More information is available at okstrong.ok.gov. For more information on how do volunteer and donate responsibly, www.fema.gov/howtohelp.

Be wary of scams and fraud - Unfortunately, disasters often bring out criminals who prey on the needs of disaster survivors, or the generosity of those looking to help, by offering fraudulent services. If you suspect anyone – an inspector, disaster survivor, or someone posing as one of these – of fraudulent activities, call our toll-free Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721, or your local law enforcement agency.

FEMA does not endorse any non-government websites, companies or services. 

FEMA’s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.

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Today's Best Music Magic 95 invites you to join the Fitness Revolution Round 3 on the Move -  Improve Your Health - Change Your Life!

We are encouraging you to change your habits and behaviors this year to improve your health and well being.

In 2013, we'll broadcast live from various locations around Lawton Fort Sill as we continue our goal of making our community healthier.

Magic 95's Big Al & Crash will broadcast live at each Magic 95 Fitness Revolution monthly event in 2013.

Our Fitness Revolution Round 3 sponsors include Cameron Athletics, Dr. Brett Warn, DDS, the Lawton Family YMCA, Brickhouse Cardio Club, Premier Locations, Platt College, Planet Fitness, Lawton Heritage Compounding Pharmacy, the Health Food Center, Texas Roadhouse, OKIE Magazine, Fierce Fitness, Ferrara Chiropractic Clinic and Genghis Grill.

Improve your health...change your life!

 Join Magic 95 at these fitness-related events:

Diamond Brigade Run June 1st at Fort Sill

Lawton Family YMCA Youth Triathlon June 8th

2nd annual Team Hope Walk for Huntington's Disease June 8th at Cameron University

Tour of the Wichitas June 22nd

Lawton Family YMCA/Adventure Travel Adventure Run in July

MAGIC 95 IS EVERYWHERE!

Here is where you'll find Magic 95 live...

Join Magic 95's Steve O live at Milo Gordon Mazda, 52nd and Cache Road on Monday, May 27th for a HUGE Memorial Day sale!

Magic 95's monthly Fitness Revolution event takes place Wednesday, May 29th when Big Al & Crash broadcast live from Platt College, 112 SW 11th Street from 9:30am to 11:30am. The Oklahoma Blood Institute will also be on hand conducting a blood drive. Come join us!

Interested in having Magic 95 live at your business or event? Call Patsy Hackworth at 580-536-9530 or send her an e-mail!

DOG GONE? AND CAT TOO?

MAYBE WE CAN HELP!

For nearly ten years Magic 95 has provided a lost and found pet service for the purpose of reuniting pets with their owners. Called Dog Gone and Cat Too, we broadcast a list of lost and found animals each weekday at 8:20am and again at 5:30pm. We also post the list online.

In 2005, the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters awarded Magic 95 with a Community Service Award for our Dog Gone and Cat Too feature.

Over the years we have helped reconnect literally hundreds of lost pets and their owners, many of whom might not ever see each other were it not for the fact that our dedicated listeners call us and e-mail us to have us list their lost or found pet.

Dog Gone and Cat Too is generously sponsored by Just 4 K9's & Kitty's 2, located at 1302 NW 47th Street next to Lowe's, and by Meadow Wood Animal Hospital, with two convenient locations: 4104 West Gore and 6731 NW Cache Road.

Magic 95 offers Award Winning Production!

The Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters has recognized Magic 95 as the first-place winner in the 2012 Non-Metro Radio Commercial Announcement award competition! The award is for a Dragon West commercial that was produced by Magic 95's Steve O and was broadcast in the fall of 2012. Named "Election," the :60-second radio spot is a play off of the presidential election and talks about the choices offered at the popular gentlemen's club.

Magic 95 is also being recognized with our 18th Community Service Award for providing service to the community we serve. Since the category was created in 1998, Magic 95 has won more Community Service Awards than any other radio station in Oklahoma.

Awards were presented at the annual OAB Awards Banquet on Friday, April 19, 2013, at the Hard Rock Hotel in Tulsa.