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  • Jon Hamm to host NFL Honors during Super Bowl week

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    Award-winning actor Jon Hamm will host the 15th annual NFL Honors, which will include a new award for offensive lineman on Feb. 5 as well as announcing the Most Valuable Player and Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

    The program, at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, takes place three days before Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. The awards show will air live at 9 p.m. ET on NBC and NFL Network, and streamed on Peacock and NFL+.

    ‘Week after week, the NFL delivers performances that remind you why this game means so much to so many people,’ Hamm said in a news release on Sunday. ‘I’m honored to host an evening that celebrates the players, their immense talents and the unforgettable moments that defined this season.’

    Hamm, 54, starred on television in ‘Mad Men’ and earned the Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series in 2015 as well as Golden Globe awards in 2008 and 2016 and other nominations and accolades. He has numerous credits in television and film as an actor and executive producer.

    ‘His impressive acting career, passionate football fandom and overall charisma will create an unforgettable night that celebrates the very best of the league, from the performances on the field to the people and stories that define the season,’ said Angela Ellis, NFL vice president of original content and entertainment.

    NFL Honors, which began in 2012, will include the Protector of the Year to recognize the league’s best offensive lineman (tackles, guards, centers) in the 2025 season. The winner will be selected by a panel of former offensive linemen, including LeCharles Bentley, Jason Kelce, Shaun O’Hara, Orlando Pace, Will Shields and Andrew Whitworth.

    Criteria for the new award includes skills metrics, impact, leadership, durability and strength of the opponent, according to the league’s announcement.

    The program also will announce the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award and NFL Fan of the Year. Associated Press awards will recognize the MVP, coach, comeback player, offensive player, defensive player, offensive rookie, defensive rookie and assistant coach of the year.

    The NFL Honors Red Carpet Show is slated for 8 p.m. ET on NFL Network on Feb. 5.

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  • City to rename North Philly street for slain Philly rapper LGP Qua

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    City officials will rename the corner of Ninth and Clearfield streets after the Philly rapper LGP Qua, who was killed during an attempted robbery in May.

    The dedication ceremony, set for Saturday, will rechristen two blocks in North Philly’s Fairhill neighborhood. The section of Ninth Street between Clearfield Street and Indiana Avenue will become LGP Qua Way, while the 900 block of Clearfield Street will be dubbed Voice of the Youth, another one of the rapper’s monikers. Local musicians OG Law, Zay Money, Fisbanga, Dollar Boyz, Razor and Suzann Christine will perform as part of the event, which begins at 10 a.m.

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    LGP Qua was born Qidere Johnson in North Philadelphia and went viral for his freestyles on city street corners before his death at the age of 30. Police said Johnson was shot in the chest on Mother’s Day by masked men who were attempting to steal the gold chains from his neck. Three suspects have since been arrested.

    City Council unanimously passed a resolution to rename the blocks in Johnson’s honor back in September, citing his community advocacy. The rapper partnered with Puma and Foot Locker to donate roughly 1,000 pairs of shoes to Philadelphia students and $10,000 to his alma mater, the Edward Steel School. He also aimed to inspire kids to make positive choices through songs like “INSOMNIAC (woke),” featuring will.i.am.

    Johnson’s mother and other family members pressed council members to do more to address gun violence in Philadelphia at a session held days after the rapper’s death.

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  • Safe States Alliance Honors Achievements in Injury & Violence Prevention

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    Public health professionals from Alaska, Colorado, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Nebraska, New York, and Washington receive highest honors


    ATLANTA, August 26, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Each year, the Safe States Alliance honors its members and partners for their contributions to the field of injury and violence prevention (IVP). This year’s award winners collectively demonstrate commitment to innovation, excellence, and vision to advance the field of IVP.

    From rising stars to seasoned veterans, the following public health professionals will be honored for their significant contributions during the Safe States 2025 Annual IVP Conference, which will take place virtually September 9-11.

    Alex Kelter Vision Award: Ming Qu, PhD, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (Lincoln, NE) for his lifetime contributions, bringing vision and leadership to the field of IVP. Dr. Qu is honored for his dedication to advancing the practice of epidemiology for nearly 30 years, including leading the development of a comprehensive statewide information system to address pressing public health issues.

    Advancing Health Equity Award: Hillary Strayer, MPH, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (Anchorage, AK) for her unwavering commitment to advancing the collection and understanding of Alaska Native and American Indian data sets.

    Ellen R. Schmidt Award: Michael Bauer, MS, New York State Department of Health (Albany, NY) for his outstanding service to Safe States and significant contributions to the field of injury and violence prevention for more than 20 years.

    Injury and Violence Prevention Achievement Award: Josephine Peterson, MPH, NYU Langone Hospital (Long Island, NY) for her dedication to advancing injury and violence prevention at Long Island’s Level 1 Trauma Center through evidence-based initiatives that promote injury prevention, support trauma recovery, and improve safety across the lifespan.

    Journey Award: Xinyao deGrauw, MD, PhD, MPH, Harborview Injury Prevention & Research Center (Seattle, WA) for her significant contributions to injury research and surveillance in Washington state and nationally.

    Partner of the Year Award: Liz Voyles, MPA, Brass Ring Communications (Washington, DC) for her tireless support of Safe States and commitment to building public support for injury and violence prevention.

    President’s Award: Paul Bonta, Safe States Alliance (Breckenridge, CO) for demonstrating excellence in organizing efforts and developing relationships that strengthen and expand Safe States’ policy and advocacy footprint.

    Rising Star Award: Jessica Brown, AICP, MPA, UofL Health – UofL Hospital J. David Richardson Trauma Center (Goshen, KY) for her great strides as an early career injury and violence prevention professional, leading partnerships and programs that address the top causes of traumatic injury in Louisville.

    Formed in 1993, the Safe States Alliance is the only national non-profit organization and professional association comprised of public health IVP professionals representing all U.S. states and territories dedicated to strengthening the practice of IVP.

    Source: Safe States Alliance

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