Community Connection - August 6, 2026 - Tina Cosby with Rita

Community Connection – August 6, 2026 – Tina Cosby with Rita Green, Reginald Strong, Katrina Owens…

Celebrating 30 Years of Gospel Music at the Indiana State Fair

This episode of the podcast is a must-listen for anyone who loves gospel music and community. Tina is joined by a panel of guests, including Rita Green, Radio One Indy On Air Talen, Producer, Host of the Praise Indy Report w/Rita Green, Director of Gospel Day/Choir Fest at The Indiana State Fair, Reggie Strong, the music director for the 30th annual Indiana State Fair Mass Choir, Gospel Day/Choir Fest at The State Fair (30th Anniversary Event) and LaMar Campbell, world renown Gospel singer, songwriter, Minster of Music at Mt. Carmel Church here in Indianapolis and On Air Talent here at Radio One, Praise Indy 1310/95.1 who has been a part of the event for years.

As the conversation begins, the host asks Reggie about the significance of the 30th anniversary of the Gospel Day at the Indiana State Fair. “This is a milestone celebration,” Reggie says. “We’re excited to have an all-city choir, and we want to invite everybody out to come and sing and be a part of this amazing choir.”

Lamar shares his own experiences with gospel music and the importance of community. “The most important thing is the experience and the fellowship,” he says. “When we come together, we’re not just singing, we’re sharing our testimonies and our stories. It’s about how we share our testimony through the arts.”

The conversation also touches on the topic of genealogy and family history. Dwayne Perry and Charles Vaughan, two members of the Indiana African American Genealogy Group (IAAGG), join the host to discuss their experiences with genealogical research. Dwayne shares his story of how he discovered his family’s history through DNA testing and research, and how it led him to connect with distant relatives he never knew existed.

“I was amazed by the amount of information I was able to find out about my family,” Dwayne says. “It was like a puzzle coming together. I was able to connect with people I never knew existed, and it was a real blessing.”

The episode also delves into the world of sports, as host Eric is joined by sports writer Danny Bridges to discuss the latest news and updates from the world of IndyCar racing. Danny shares his thoughts on the upcoming IndyCar race in Washington, D.C., and the importance of the event in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.

As the conversation comes to a close, the host thanks the guests for joining the show and encourages listeners to tune in to the full episode for more insights and discussions on these fascinating topics.

Don’t miss this episode of the podcast, which covers a wide range of topics, from gospel music and community to genealogy and sports. Listen now to hear the full conversation and learn more about the 30th anniversary of the Indiana State Fair Gospel Concert, the Indiana African American Genealogy Group, and the world of IndyCar racing.