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2018 Out of the Darkness Walk (Suicide Prevention) / Philadelphia, PA
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July 4, 2016 / Wawa Welcome America Festival (concert / fireworks):

Official launch of ValeCity. Perfect way to do it! 6 years later, still remember "fog of war" effect from rain during fireworks. Felt like I was at a battle during Revolutionary War (not joking). It was pretty much a "fuck you" to the Lehigh Valley. Covering the area for 4 years, locals still had the attitude: "It's only you. Thanks for covering / support!" Mentioned corporate media only.

ValeCity was always intended as a transition between A Valley and Beyond (1st official media) and covering only cities.

I built Valley / at the beginning ValeCity sleeping on a metal bus stop bench better part of 3 years. Proves what a homeless person can accomplish with a few believing in them. ValeCity evolved during pandemic. Growing list of serious credentials (Philadelphia / New York City / Camden NJ (XPoNential Music Festival). Covering everything from Valley arts / music to Clinton Campaign / President Obama. Not bragging or ego, proud of what was accomplished.

There were a few times almost walked away ("Is it really worth it?" / burnout). When your life / heart / passion are into something, almost impossible to walk away / give up.

6 years later: Welcome to the Fire.

I used to joke: "When I know exactly what I am doing / how to do it, time to quit". Joke is over. I know both and looking forward to what FireCity will accomplish / become.
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  • FireCity Illusion
  • June 8 2025 Edition
    • Holidays >
      • Red White and Blue To Do 2025
    • Politics >
      • Statement from Secretary of State Marco Rubio
      • Failure to Pass One Big Beautiful Bill
      • President Trump Met With Standing Ovation
      • Micron Announces Massive Chip Investments
    • Alabama >
      • Gov Ivey Appoints Laurie Hoyt
    • Connecticut >
      • Gov Lamont State Grants 23 Blighted Properties
    • Iowa >
      • Gov Reynolds Acts on Final Bills 2025
      • Gov Reynolds Signs Bills June 6
      • Gov Reynolds Expand Firefighter Cancer Coverage
      • Gov Reynolds Reform Unemployment Insurance Taxes
    • Michigan >
      • Gov Whitmer Fix Roads Ottawa Kent
      • Gov Whitmer Appointments Commissions June 5
    • Missouri >
      • Gov Kehoe Response to Civil Unrest
    • Tennessee >
      • Gov Lee Announces Key Leadership Transition
      • Gov Lee Departure of Butch Eley
    • Utah >
      • Gov Cox Appoints John Deeds
      • Gov Cox Announces Family Connection Week
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