Honoree Spotlight: Kelvin Brown Receives "New Business on the Block" Award

Independent media creator and community archivist Kelvin Brown was officially honored on June 18, 2026, at the prestigious Muskogee Black Wall Street & Chamber Business Festival and Awards Ceremony. Recognized in the “New Business on the Block” category, the award celebrates Brown’s exceptional dedication to local storytelling, historical preservation, and community connection across eastern Oklahoma.

The event, which brought together local entrepreneurs, civic leaders, and foundational sponsors, carried the unifying theme: "Our History. Our Business. Our Future. TOGETHER WE RISE!"

What is Three Forks Media?

While the award spotlight formally highlighted Green Country TV, the accolade represents the broader rollout of Three Forks Media—the new, comprehensive umbrella organization designed to centralize and elevate digital media footprints across the region.

Managed by Kelvin Brown, Three Forks Media unifies several key local platforms into one inclusive brand:

• Green Country TV: On-demand community video streaming, hyper-local broadcasting, and live-streamed event coverage.

• Muskogee Community Buzz: A dedicated platform for positive local journalism, municipal spotlights, and human-interest stories.

• Muskogee Community Calendar: The central regional hub tracking public events, ribbon cuttings, and community festivals.

• Professional Archive Operations: Active preservation of historical community assets, housing a massive localized photo and video archive spanning more than a decade.

Why Kelvin Brown Was Honored

The Muskogee Black Wall Street & Chamber spotlight formally recognized Brown as a Photographer, Storyteller, and Community Champion.

The committee emphasized several core pillars of his work:

• Capturing Moments That Matter: Documenting community milestones, family-oriented fundraisers, and cultural celebrations big and small.

• Telling Local Stories with Purpose: Providing an independent media alternative focused entirely on "good news," uplifting local achievements, and community resilience.

• Supporting Local Commerce: Highlighting small business owners, non-profit organizers, and regional festivals to drive grassroots engagement and economic growth.

Event Sponsorship and Support

The 2026 Awards Ceremony and the "New Business on the Block" category spotlight were made possible through the investment of prominent regional sponsors committed to community growth:

• Local Bank (Presenting Sponsor)

• Nissan of Muskogee

• Visit Muskogee

• House of Winn

• Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors Inc.

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