Comcast Metro Richmond and Radio Disney Sponsor African American Hero Essay Contest

Comcast Metro Richmond and Radio Disney Sponsor African American Hero Essay Contest

RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Black History Month, Comcast Metro Richmond and Radio Disney AM 1290 are sponsoring the Comcastic Disney Kidcaster African American Hero Essay Contest during the month of February. The program was created to help students explore and discover the historic and contemporary figures that have shaped Black History. Three winners will have the opportunity to shoot a commercial spot on Comcast reciting their winning entry on camera and on-air during Radio Disney's Kid Concern's Radio program.

Students in third through eighth grades are invited to write a brief composition (approximately 100 words) on anyone they feel has shaped Black History through their accomplishments. The hero can be someone past or current, famous or simply someone they know personally.

"This will certainly be a terrific opportunity for students to learn more about the significant contributions of African American leaders that have shaped our culture and communities," said Kirby Brooks, Vice President & General Manager for Comcast Metro Richmond. "We also believe that while writing these essays, students will learn about the people and challenges behind some of the most remarkable achievements of our time and events that forever changed our world."

The contest will run from February 1, 2006 through February 24, 2006 with the winners being announced on March 3, 2006. Please contact Monica Callahan, Public Relations Coordinator for Comcast Metro Richmond, at 804-915-5468 or visit http://www.radiodisney.com/WDZYAM1290 if you have questions about this exciting opportunity.

About Comcast

Headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast Cable is a division of Comcast Corporation, the nation's leading provider of cable, entertainment and communications products and services. With 21.4 million cable customers, 8.1 million high-speed Internet customers and 1.2 million voice customers, Comcast is principally involved in the development, management and operation of broadband cable networks and in the delivery of programming content.

Comcast's Eastern Division currently serves more than 5.6 million customers along the New York to DC corridor, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, along with parts of California and Texas. The Eastern Division also founded and manages CN8, The Comcast Network, one of the nation's largest and most honored regional 24-hour diversified television networks, seen by more than seven million homes on the East Coast. The division is based in Oaks, Pennsylvania.

About Radio Disney

Radio Disney AM 1290 is the ultimate music environment for kids and families in Richmond. Radio Disney is "Your Music. Your Way." Created and produced by Disney/ABC Radio Networks, Radio Disney is the only 24/7, listener-driven radio station where kids and parents can rock out to pop, rock, soundtracks, oldies and evergreen hits. Kids drive the playlist, win out-of-this-world prizes, have fun at local events and are empowered on-air through games and contests and online at RadioDisney.com. Plus, for parents, Radio Disney is a trusted destination where families can make the most of their time spent together - dancing, laughing, singing and talking. Radio Disney broadcasts in 56 markets, spanning 61% of the U.S. Each week, 3.2 million kids and tweens 6-14 and 2.4 million moms tune in and turn it up. Radio Disney can also be heard internationally in Japan, the UK, Argentina and Paraguay.

Source: Comcast

CONTACT: Matt Hombach, +1-877-789-8802, for Comcast

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