About April Watts

Nine Marylanders top Forbes Magazine’s billionaire list including Kevin Plank, Chairman and CEO of Under Armor; Steve Bisciotti, owner of the Baltimore Ravens, and Dan Snyder, owner of the Washington Washington Football Team.  Get the full list here. Connect with April Watts  Facebook, Instagram, Twitter    

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  Art is truly imitating life for Jussie Smollett.  The actor that plays “Jamal Lyon” on Fox’s new hit series Empire, has just inked a deal with Columbia Records.  Jussie has the looks, the charm and certainly the voice to be a superstar.  I await his upcoming album with baited breath. Read Jussie’s big reveal […]

I am not one to over utilize acronyms but every now and then I create or come across a good one.  So many of us operate in fear.  We fear death.  We fear loss.  We even fear success.  Wouldn’t it be great to be able to eliminate fear from our spectrum of emotions?  We can! […]

  I am honored to be the emcee for The Washington DC Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.’s 2015 High School Talent Hunt. Auditions are THIS SATURDAY, March 7th at 4pm at Community Academy Public Charter School; 1400 1st St NW WDC 20001.  The actual competition will be held March 21st at 3pm at the […]

High school prom is one of the most momentous occasions for teens and their parents.  Creating that indelible memory is quite costly and often poses a financial burden.  I came across a contest that will cover the cost of prom for one lucky DMV area graduating senior.  Click the link below for full contest details […]

If you look deep enough, there’s a bright spot in every grey day. In fashion and in LIFE, be creative and find yourself a pop of color! Follow  @aprilwattslive on Facebook  Instagram & Twitter

On Saturday, January 17th, Training Grounds, Inc. held it’s 10th Anniversary Awards Ceremony and Gala at THEARC Theater in Southeast, DC.  In celebration of 10 years of workforce training and community service, Training Grounds honored individuals, corporate partners, and groups that exemplify the spirit of service and human development.  Honorees for the ceremony were WC […]

With the current strain in relations between law enforcement and communities of color in the United States, many aren’t feeling the Christmas spirit this holiday season.  Last night in Baltimore, veteran multimedia journalist Pete O’Neal united everyone for a common cause:  to deliver toys to less fortunate children.  At least 400 people–including various branches of […]

Tis the season to be jolly and to have festive nails!  I’m not the one to rock Christmas tree or snowflake nail designs (no judgement for those that do) so my nail stylist Titi Bankole created an abstract nail design that speaks to my personal style and still spreads holiday cheer! I love old stuff.  Antiques…distressed […]

I had soooo much fun hangin’ in the studio with Eric Roberson.  He was gon’ bite my melon! Ha!  On the serious tip, his latest project “The Box” is nothing short of FANTASTIC.  My favorite cuts are “Don’t Hide Your Wings” and “I’m Not Trying To Keep Score No More.”  I think those cuts appeal to […]

On Sunday, Negro Leauge Legends Hall of Fame held a bowling event at AMF Bowling Lanes in Laurel, MD.  Sponsored by Greegberg & Bederman, the toy drive and fundraiser was held to benefit Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services (LARS).  The organization assists homeless and low-income individuals and families who are experiencing a crisis by providing both emergency and […]