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Brandon FeLisha Birmingham Gambrell

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Greater Emmanuel Baptist Church I Thesddalonians 5:16-18 Favorite Song: “Sweet Sweet Spirit” & “In the Beauty of Holiness Pastor Rev. Burley Hudson President of Ministers Wives President of the Women Mssion Married to Rev. Burley Hudson Favorite saying: “We serve an awesome God”

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By LaShante Williams

is a decision. Let go in this moment.

Now, empty yourself. Listen for divine guidance.

Give thanks for what is coming through as your healthy eating intention. For the more you give thanks, the more you have to be thankful for!!

Constantly be reminded throughout today to choose life in your eating selections. Believe and surrender to the idea that you are valuable and worthy of good health and wellness. Then the world will open up to you.

Enjoy this heart healthy meal.

Virginia Woolf said, "One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well." Doing things well can be relative, but we can all agree that we will do well to take great care of our heart.

My hope for you on this day is that you become very clear about your intention to eat in a healthy conscious manner. Release anything that no longer serves you from yesterday and from all the yesterdays of 2017 related to unhealthy eating choices. lashantew@gmail.com Letting go is a choice. Letting go COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: Stuffed Peppers with Lemon

Asparagus

BEAUTY IN THE BRICKS Free to the Public: Beauty in the Bricks, a 1981 documentary about four teenage girls growing up in the West Dallas housing development, will be shown in Dallas on February 17, 2018. The showing will start at 10:00 am at the Lakewest Women's Health Center, 3737 Goldman St, Dallas, Texas.

Beauty in the Bricks gives a vivid portrayal of the contrast between the difficult lives of four

teenage girls in the West Dallas projects the dreams and aspirations they had for a better life.

It is animportant part of West Dallas history and Dallas history in general.

The showing on February 17 will be accompanied by short presentations by people involved in the making of the movie, including some of the girls -- now women -- who appeared in it.

The event will be hosted by Olinka Green. For more information, call Olinka Green at 214-625-2970.

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2 large red bell peppers, halved and seeded; 8 oz can stewed tomatoes, with liquid; 1 cup brown rice; 2 Tbsp hot water; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 lb of ground turkey/vegetarian crumble, thawed and drained; 1/2 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 avocado; 1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 Tbsp water; 2 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1 pinch dried tarragon; sea salt and pepper to taste

Heat oven 350°F. Arrange pepper halves in a 9 inch square glass baking dish. Bake for 8 minutes, or until tender. In a medium bowl, mix tomatoes and their liquid, rice, and water. Cook on medium high until rice is cooked. Stir green onions, black beans, and red pepper flakes into the tomato mixture.

Heat for 5 minutes, or until heated through. In a separate pan brown the turkey/vegetarian crumble.

Combine turkey/crumble and with hot tomato mixture and spoon evenly into pepper halves. Heat in the oven for 12 minutes. Sauté asparagus in pan with grapeseed oil for 6-8 minutes, until asparagus are soft, yet crisp. Do not over cook. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 2 minutes. Wrap asparagus in paper towel and blot. Drizzle lemon juice over asparagus. Sprinkle with desired amount of salt and pepper.

Remove peppers from oven, sprinkle with diced avocado, and allow to stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

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Bernice Johnson released the following responses to President Tr u m p’s State of the Union address:

On Transportation/Infrastructure: “Almost an entire year has passed since President Trump first addressed a joint session of Congress. Yet, we are no closer now than we were then to seeing a concrete plan on how the Administration plans to shore up our nation’s infrastructure. The $1.5 trillion infrastructure package that President Trump alluded to tonight sounds great on its face. However, the devil is always in the details and there is still no substitute for direct federal spending when it comes to infrastructure, especially when we are talking about helping our rural areas.

In its last report, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) estimates that there is a current infrastructure gap of $1.5 trillion needed by 2025. The U.S. Department of Transportation also estimates that more than $800 billion is needed today just to bring our existing roads and bridges to a state of good repair. This is serious and our country is exposed to greater risk every single day that we do not act.

The U.S. economy relies heavily on a vast network of infrastructure to move people, goods, and services. With-

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out a robust transportation network, we are putting our nation’s economy and its people at risk. The time to act is now. This Administration owes it to the American people to deliver on his campaign promises to rebuild our crumbling infrastructure.”

On the Economy: “Now more than ever, we need to be protecting our most vulnerable – particularly communities of color. Our economy should be working for every American, not just a select few. Yet President Trump’s only major legislative accomplishment during the first session of Congress was passage of a tax bill that overwhelmingly benefits the wealthiest Americans and biggest corporations. This bill will end up costing the American people at least $1.5 trillion over the next decade, a heavy burden that future generations will be forced to bear for decades to come.”

On Immigration: “I am deeply disappointed in the president’s tone towards immigrants and the disregard to how they contribute to our nation. President Trump seems to forget that this country’s history has been about tearing down walls, not building them up. The fate of 1.8 million young people should not be considered a bargaining chip for the president to use so that he can permanently reconfigure our legal immigration system by eliminating the diversity lottery and family reunification. President Trump should not use the hopes and dreams of thousands of DACA recipients within my district as a tool to erect an expensive wall. For too long,

these young people have only known the United States as their home. Congress must swiftly pass a bill to protect these individuals without damaging our reputation abroad as a place where dreams of a better life can come true.”

On Healthcare: “President Trump signed the Republican Tax bill into law on December 22, 2017. His tax bill is just the beginning of the Republicans plan to dismantle the Affordable Care Act. The individual health care mandate, which is the primary enforcement mechanism under the ACA for individuals, will be repealed beginning in 2019. As a direct result of this repeal, more than 10 million Americans can reasonably expect to experience increased premiums. Ultimately, this will result in fewer Americans having health care coverage for their families.

Within the next year alone, Medicare will be cut by $25 billion – effectively placing the burden of these tax cuts on the backs of our senior citizens. Sadly, Republicans in Congress and President Trump have demonstrated once again that they are willing to put the interests of a select few [the wealthy] ahead of the greater good of the American people.

This bill will have a devastating impact on future generations for decades to come. We must continue to find a way to work with Republicans in a bipartisan manner to come up with real policy solutions to repair the Affordable Care Act and ensure all Americans have access to affordable and effective healthcare.”

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For Your Health My Guardian Angel Que’s Corner

by Adrain Moffett the best was yet to come for our mother’s health.

Adrain Moffett

I am reminded vividly of a quote from Maya Angelou when I think about my precious mother.

Maya Angelou once said, “If you don't like something, change it.

If you can't change it, change your attitude.” Through my mother’s struggles, I have come to realize that faith, hope and love have inspired a different perspective or perception of life. See, I know my attitude regarding life has changed drastically.

In 2013 my mother, Flora Lee Moffett, was diagnosed with breast cancer and had to have a mastectomy.

After surgery was completed, my siblings and I thought

Adrain Moffett with mom

Unfortunately, in 2017 my mother was diagnosed with Stage Four cancer. The cancer had spread throughout her body rapidly. I can only remember sitting in the doctor’s office hearing him say, “Ms. Flora if you don’t get treatment within six months, you’re going to be really sick or not with us. I’m going to treat your cancer like I would treat my own mother.” The thought of seeing my mother suffer was difficult to accept for me and each of my siblings.

I will never forget seeing tears in

my mother’s eyes as she said, “I’m so sorry for putting you all through all of this.”

When those words came out of Mother’s mouth, I was in utter disbelief! I was thinking how can she feel so sad about being a burden to her children. That day I began to see more than ever my mother’s faith, hope, and love. There was no

Flora Lee Moffett

doubt God was her strength; God was the champion within her selfless heart!

Mother knew the road that she had to travel would often seem to be a sea of darkness, yet her faith

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in God would be the vessel to carry her through the troubled and murky waters.

Mother started chemotherapy in April of 2017 once a week for six months. With all that Mother has gone through in life, not one thing or anyone has ever changed her positive attitude.

Mother adapted through it all. Finally, because of excellent medical care, prayers from saints local and abroad, Mother’s cancer is now in remission.

The Lord allowing, our gift from him in the person of Flora Moffett, our mother, will celebrate her 80th birthday on February 14th Valentine’s Day! Thank you Lord for our mother.

Roo Roo! Adrain.moffett@yahoo.com

HEALTHY HAIR GOALS 5 TIPS FOR HEALTHY HAIR GROWTH

By Rikki Burke Tip #1: TAKE YOUR VITAMINS Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Zinc, Fish Oil, Vitamin B5, Iron just to name a few. Using vitamins with biotin and collagen helps your hair growth. Your hair needs good nutrition from the inside to grow out.

Tip #2: SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER Rikki Burke Make sure you thoroughly shampoo and condition your hair. Massage the scalp to stimulate blood flow to your hair follicles. Apply conditioner to the ends working your way up, avoid your scalp. Conditioner to your scalp, causes you hair to look limp and greasy once its dry. Detangle your hair with a wide tooth. You may leave it on for 15 minutes with a plastic bag under a heated dryer for a deep conditioner. Rinse with cold water in order to close hair cuticle, sealing in the moisture.

Tip #3: STAY AWAY FOR EXCESSIVE HEAT When I say too much heat will cause all kinds of breakage, trust me it will! Too much of any thing it bad for you! Lay off the curling tools, blow dryers, and flat irons. When using hot tools, remember to apply a heat protector.

Tip 4: STOP OVER PROCESSING YOUR HAIR splits Ladies, it’s important that we space out our chemical services. Chemical services should be done 6-8 weeks apart.

Have patience, especially those who get a relaxer and hair color.

Tip #5 CUT YOUR ENDS Cutting your hair ends promotes hair growth! Split ends only break your hair causing you to lose length. So, cut them. Healthy hair is thick from the root to the ends. rikkiburke.salon@gmail.

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Building a Financial Plan? Spend Less.

By: Alonda Price

On our team we have a mantra, we live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world and yet many of us still retire poor.

So where is the gap? It’s hiding in depths of Financial Literacy.

Less than 8% of high schools in our country require any type of financial or economic education. It is as if we’re obstructed from the start. How do we overcome the hurdles that lie in wait? Take the first step, seek out tools and/or opportunities to better understand the foundational principles of “how money works.” It may seem elementary, but it takes discipline, prioritizing, and a willingness to act. To combat poverty, we must start with two things: First, Increase Cash Flow. It

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is as simple as starting a daily and monthly budget. When we think of increasing cash flow many of us run directly to the notion of finding additional employment or seeking a raise or promotion of some kind.

While these are great options I advise you to think alternatively. Assess what you currently

bring in and pay out. Often, we make “enough” for our ends to meet, we just fail to keep it. My business partner and I have a game we like to call Needs and Wants in our workshops. We never fail to have a split class when it comes to identifying the two, from cell phones to internet or Wi-Fi in the home.

lifestyle, reserving credit usage for necessary transactions. If you actively use a line of credit, try freezing the limit. Another popular tool is the Debt Rollup. Merely attack the smallest debt balance first. There are many other means to take on this giant the most important thing you can do is make the decision to fight. To fight for your family and your future.

Ultimately a prime example of starting and finishing strong financially is to spend less.

Sounds like common sense, right? Simply getting out of debt, living within our income means and taking the time to understand these principles sets us up to be on the best track to win. facebook.com/wealthchics

Caught You Doing Something

Nonetheless they kept a local focus as Simmons began working for a non-profit, San Antonio Sports Foundation.

Over the next two years, the Larry and the non-profit focused on engaging children with rigorous activities through team building Larry Simmons and sports. He would This love would follow begin coaching youth basketball Larry to college where he attended (ages 8-9, 13-16) as well as putting University of Texas-San Antonio together tutoring programs. and it matured into music.

"As a sports fan you understand An internship at the Source Magthe values kids learn while keeping azine in New York changed his them active but you're also aware ambition and sense of community forever. Simmons and a few friends of the disconnect with academics then launched a company, Modern long term." –Larry Simmons Jr. Intellects, to help bring acts like J. Larry also has worked with the San Cole, Drake and Big Sean to Texas Antonio Spurs community outfor the first time.

Larry Simmons, Jr. is a resident of Arlington Texas and a life long writer. Writing was a clear passion for Simmons, as he became a finalist in national poetry contests at the tender age nine years old.

Which is a necessity and which a desire? Being able to distinguish between the two gives us the ability to immediately increase our cashflow utilizing a method completely within our control.

Secondly, Debt Management.

For many of today’s generations debt has become a way of life.

It is the norm to have both student loan and consumer credit card debts prior to receiving their college diploma. There are many possibilities to avoid or escape the debt trap, one of which is to not fall prey. If you’re beyond this, there’s still hope. Just as in increasing your cash flow you should review your expenditures. While managing your debt identify expenses that can be eliminated.

Convert to a cash/debit card

on to become a sports editor at SwaysUniverse and social media director for Geekletes, an eSports gaming company.

reach and NCAA Final Four Literacy Program. As a trailblazer of his own unique kind, Simmons went

"Being able to connect to younger generations in different ways is extremely important. I like that we can relate about J. Cole or NBA 2K eSports, but also connect when discussing Booker T. Washington and Tuskegee Airmen." – Larry Simmons Suitable for children in grades Pre-k through 3rd grade.

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February is Black History Month. Elite News celebrates every day!

Friday, February 2

8:00pm, Apt4B Band performs: TBAAL Promising Young Artist Series, Clarence Muse Café Theatre 8:00pm, 1309 Canton St, Dallas, TX 75201. www.apt4bband.com Young guitarist, John Franklin, and his NeoPop and Funk Band split the ceiling when they take the stage performing original and popular cover tunes for a night of sheer non-stop music! http://bit.ly/2oHOwqy *******

Bob Marley Celebration Day Hosted by Dallas Reggae Festival 10 pm - 2 am 2315 S Coop Saturday, February 3

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8:00pm, Apt4B Band performs: TBAAL Promising Young Artist Series, Clarence Muse Café Theatre 8:00pm, 1309 Canton St, Dallas, TX 75201. www.apt4bband.com Young guitarist, John Franklin, and his Neo-Pop and Funk Band split the ceiling when they take the stage performing original and popular cover tunes for a night of sheer non-stop music! http://bit.ly/2oHOwqy

February 7 February Women’s EmPower Brunch Hosted by The Every Heart Project Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Egg & I Restaurants 3328 East Hebron Parkway #100, Carrollton, Texas 75010 Tickets by Eventbrite No matter your career or industry, we all face challenges. Bring those challenges and participate in our emPower Brunch!

Thu, Feb 8 6:30 PM

Dallas Cultural Plan: Community Conversation - Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center Thurgood Marshall Recreation, Dallas Free to the public

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PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS

By Kamesha Sheffield

“Our Constitutional Right” My question is: To whom does this Apply?”

Join me on this journey as I interview a young lady in which I feel has endured an awful lot just to get back to a NORMAL STATE OF BEING. In my experience I’ve learned that this does not apply to all. Especially those of us who by whatever circumstances are now FELONS. For whatever reason some chose the life of a criminal as Society see it.

However, one would beg to differ by saying there are many circumstances in which they had to choose THIS LIFE. Now the problem arises once we have entered well into adulthood finding out that the life we have become accustom to WAS and IS NOT “REALITY”.

Kamesha Sheffield

It is a life of no “legal” rules, laws or boundaries, but a lot of justifications. Now they are imprisoned ultimately because of their decisions that were made, even paroled or put on probation which they often view as a set up to eventually get locked up.

Let’s say one does complete their probation or sentence successfully and by successfully, I mean REHABILITATED. This would intel some type of higher education like Technical School, Trade School or even College.

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What’s with all those Judges?

A Column by Judge Brandon Birmingham, Presiding over the 292nd Judicial District Court, and Presiding Judge of the Felony District Courts in Dallas County. Join him on his Facebook Page – Judge Brandon Birmingham - LIVE every Friday at 5 on for “Fridays in Chambers,” a weekly video summary of what’s happening in the criminal justice system.

Judge Brandon Birmingham

By Brandon Birmingham

I feel sorry for voters. I know there aren’t that many voters to feel sorry for in non-presidential election years like this one, but that’s a topic for another day. Still, I feel sorry for them.

Why? The ballot does not define the types of cases each Judge hears, it only lists a number. For example, I am the presiding judge of the 292nd Judicial District Court. I preside over felony criminal cases, everything from possession of small amounts of narcotics all the way up the punishment scale to capital murder.

But you couldn’t tell all that by looking at the number, “292.” Nor could you by the title, “Judicial District Court,” for that matter.

Ballots are also in numerical order, not grouped by subject. Take for example the Judicial District Court exactly 100 less than mine. It’s called the 192nd Judicial District Court, Judge Craig Smith presiding. Does it hear felony cases just like mine? Nope. Not even close.

It is a Civil Court, where people sue other people for money. No one winds up in prison or on probation out of the 192nd. They might in the 292nd, but not the 192nd. Got a business dispute where someone is alleged to have breached a contract?

Don’t file it in the 292nd. File it in the 192nd. As a matter of fact, you can’t file anything in the 292nd, only law enforcement can do that.

Confused? Wait until you see the ballot. Go to Dallascountyvotes.org and pull up your sample ballot.

Here’s how these two courts appear to the voters: District Judge, 192nd Judicial District Court….

Craig Smith District Judge, 292nd Judicial District Court…

Brandon Birmingham

No guiding light for voters there. If you know a state lawmaker, ask them to make a law that defines each type of court on the ballot.

The law would require a short definition of what each court does (in English and Spanish), and would group the courts by their type and content, not by their number. Let’s call it the “Better Ballot Act,” and do everything we can to help voters make informed decisions. These benches are far too important to remain unidentifiable.

After all, from divorce to dying, every major event or mistake in our lives will require Judicial input.

Early voting starts soon: February 20th. First things first: make sure you are registered to vote by going to Dallascountyvotes.org, or call 1-800252-VOTE. If you’re not registered, you can’t vote. (And you can’t complain about any of the elected officials either.)

Once registered, type in your address and print out your sample ballot.

Research. Listen. Ask around. Make notes. Write down what you can find out about the Courts and candidates.

Take these notes with you into the booth – there is nothing wrong with doing so. Print out ballots for your neighbors, and share information.

Until we get better ballots, we’re going to have vote the old-fashioned way, and be motivated to be informed like our future depends on it.

Birmingham4judge@gmail.com

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Re-Elect Incumbent Judge Teresa Hawthorne 203rd Judicial District Court

I protect victims and the community from violent offenders. I advocate for rehabilitation for drug addicts and alcoholics. I am Judge of the specialty mental health court and I am constantly promoting mental health education. I am compassionate fair, reasonable, impartial and very firm when needed.I seriously weigh all evidence before my judicial decisions are made. I follow the Law. I do not allow any outside forces to manipulate or sway my rendering fair and just verdicts. I am not a rubber stamp Judge. I am honest. I am your Judge of the 203 Judicial District Court. I am respectively requesting that ALL voters support and VOTE to keep me on the bench so that I can continue to make needed changes to our Justice system. I have 27 years combined experience as a Felony Court Judge and Criminal Defense Attorney, former High School English Teacher/Girls Head Coach and SMU Athletic Academic Counselor, a PhD, M.S. and a B.S. A member and former member of many legal organizations, volunteer speaker and supplies many school supplies of Dallas Schools.

Thank you so much for your VOTE!!! Contact me anytime if you have any questions.

Teresa Hawthorne “Justice for All�

Political Advertisement paid for by Judge Teresa Hawthorne Campaign Fund/Carol Nunez Treasurer.

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Business casual versus casual attire: What’s the difference? Or is there…

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I have a quick question, who even wears khakis anymore?

There is no denying that the work place dress code has become increasingly relaxed throughout the years.

The onset of ideas like ‘blue jean Friday’ or ‘casual Friday’’ brought on by the dot-com age and overall relaxed attitudes, has had a hand in the change. What used to be ‘required’ attire, a ‘suit and tie’, is widely

By FeLisa Gambrell considered ‘inappropriate’ or ‘too dressy’. Although, the Ever walked in for your first dress code varies by company day and felt over or under and culture, one of the deciddressed? The welcome packet/ ing factors is strictly internal email you received states busiversus client/public facing. ness casual and yet, your attire Take into consideration a third is business casual, but everyparty company, let’s say a third one around you is casual, very FeLisa party pharmaceutical company, casual. You did the proper reGambrell which is more apt to be casual, search when you interviewed, whereas a bank would be more followed all your mom’s advice business casual. One entity relies and everything you were taught in upon a face to face developed relationhigh school home economics, but somehow today, you got it wrong…or ship with client, the other, relies upon did you? As a society, some are start- strong verbal skills to develop a relationship with clients. Keep in mind, ing to realize that all dress codes are both rely upon customer service, the not created equal and are constantly changing with the times. The rest, are later relying more heavily on customstill trying to discern when and where er service, which many of us have experienced that lack of, but that’s an business casual and casual became entirely difference discussion. one in the same, or did they.

At the end of the day, or interview, When most think of casual, we think it would be incredibly nice if we were of a t-shirt and jeans, possibly khakis, given a heads up on what the current right? Maybe some boat shoes, loafacceptable interpretation is. For some ers or even tennis shoes, nothing too of us, especially the fashionably-chaldressy. If you’re lucky enough, your office has the same no brainer basic ca- lenged, it’s, let’s say, “challenging”, to sual attire idea, but you may also have say the least, just to dress every day, let alone decipher business casual the smart casual attire, still not 100% certain what style that is yet. So, if you from casual to smart casual to formal to informal to leisure and so on and do, please enlighten the rest of us. so forth.

Now, if the mandate is business caMy advice, err on the side of caution. sual and they truly mean BUSINESS Just ask. casual, you may find yourself wearSwan Chronicles from your Runing classy dress pants and a collared way Diva, FeLisa Gambrell. Until shirt, crisp, mind you, or nice blouse, highlighting the look with a jazzy pair next time, Aspire to Inspire of shoes, heels or flats, and you’re set. felisa.gambrell.inc@gmail.com

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by La Tonya Spencer

BEAUTY Love The Skin You’re In

by La Tonya Spencer

Celebrating Black History- Then-

Remembering the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “an American Baptist minister and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the Civil Rights Movement” Wikipedia Moorland YMCA embarking upon 45 years of services in its location, on 907 E. Ledbetter dr, the doors opened July 1, 1973 for their new home and location, the Moorland YMCA continues to serve its community as it had at its original location at 2700 Flora Street, Moorland YMCA’s important role in Dallas served as the Dallas African American community’s social, civic, and La Tonya Spencer political center. During segregation it provided a place black men to stay while in Dallas, and during the Civil Rights Movement, “it was the ‘town hall’ for leaders of the black community.” Dallas Public Library (1992) The WPA Dallas Guide and history, Denton Texas: University of North Texas Press, vertical file, YMCA-Moorland branch.

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Celebrating Black History- Now Police Talk 101 returned Moorland Family YMCA back to its roots, with a Voters Registration Drive and “Meet The Democratic” Judicial Candidates Community Forum, which consist of two series, first one was held on Saturday January 27th and the second series will be held Saturday February 17, 2018 both forums held in Southern sector of District 4 in Oak Cliff at Moorland Family YMCA. Police Talk 101 having similar core values as Moorland Family YMCA, the Board of Directors Chair; Jesse Hornbuckle presented a special recognition by way of Board Member Stephanie Coleman Smith.

The Primary election event was moderated by two community leaders; Mayor Pro Tem Dallas City Council District 4 Dwaine Caraway, and Defense Attorney George Ashford III, with twelve participating Judicial Democratic Candidates, running for Juvenile court, Felony District Court, Misdemeanor, and Civil Court.

Because of your support Police Talk 101 Meet The Democratic Judicial Candidates Community Forum was successful, thank you Ron Bivins “The People’s Servant,” League of Women Voters, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boy Scout of America Circle 10, and For Oak Cliff Organizations, the community turnout was about fifty in attendance not counting volunteers or panelists, we’re looking forward to growing future attendance and membership at the next Meet The Democratic Candidates for Dallas County District Attorney and Sheriff race.

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This Valentine’s Day whether you have a date planned with your favorite Valentine, a night out with your girls or riding solo, having a SLAYED LOOK is mandatory. To do’s that will ensure your night out is “everything” ●Dinner reservation-Check ●Slayed attire- Check ●Perfect gift-Check ●Favorite fragrance-Check ●Slayed shoes and handbag-Check ●Hair and Makeup look Slayed-Check Getting the look ●Cleansing skin 3 in 1 exfoliating cleanser (morning and night) ●Deep Cleansing Charcoal mask ●Eye Cream ●Shadow primer giving shadow staying power without creasing ●Hydrating moisturizing for dry skin, for oily skin oil-free (water based) moisturizer ●Prep lips with Satin Lips an exfoliating Shea Sugar Scrub (use twice a week) ●Prep your lips with lip moisturizer or lip conditioner ●Foundation Select perfect shade of foundation apply only in needed areas ●Translucent loose powder to set makeup ●Applying blush to the apple of the cheeks and softly sweeping upward toward hairline ●Outline lips with matching lip lines (prevent bleeding and feathering of the lip color) To intensify the lip color Shade In lip liner, apply Red lip color (blue base) Tip- Blue base lip color create an illusion of white teeth For Matte lips press translucent loose powder on top of the lip color ●Smoky Eye look apply black liner to water line, upper lash line gently smudging upward and outward, next apply black liner to lower lash line gently smudging liner downward Tip to open eyes use white or tan eye liner to the water line Apply matte or flat brown eye shadow over lid, next apply Onyx (black) eye shadow applying to upper lash line toward brow bone, concentrating upper outer corner blending shadow into base color.

Next apply lash primer on top and bottom eyelashes, Ultimate mascara or for a glamour look consider false eyelashes.

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SOUTH DALLAS/FAIR PARK PRAYER VOTE HELD LAST SUNDAY

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church Sunday: 8:00am & 10:45am

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Sunday School: 9:30am 5th Sunday Combined Service: 10:00am WOW Bible Study: 12:00pm & 7:00pm 1819 N. Washington Ave. Dallas, TX 75204 Ph. 214.823.7308

Rev. Curtis Wallace Pastor

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The Prayer Walk was organized by Pastor Todd Atkins, Salem Institutional BC. The purpose of the Prayer Walk is to pray for prosperous lives of those who live in the community, pray for a healthier community and pray for unity within the South Dallas/ Fair Park community. This year’s

Feature on Valentine’s Couple: Members of Cornerstone Baptist Church at Prayer Walk : Johnnie Wynn- owner Johnnie’s Barber Shop (South Dallas -over 35 years/ corner of Pine and Malcolm X) Dr. Sherian L Smith, former Tarleton State University

Sandra Crenshaw, Lobbyist for Justice, Candidate State Rep 100

sponsor was Methodist Health System Faith Community Nursing.

various intersections and pastors of the local community offer prayers of unity within the community and in this world follow by songs of inspiration by all marchers.

Churches and organizations involved include: Salem Institutional BC, Cornerstone BC, Greater New Zion BC, True Lee BC along with other churches.

The Walk ends in a unity prayer, uplifting and inspiring songs played by a local DJ and a Father and Son Pastor Todd Atkins Salem Institutional BC, Host of meal is Prayer and Dallas City Councilman served by Tennell Atkins Cornerstone BC, Pastor Chris L Simmons.

This year’s participants included Judge Etta Mullins, Judge Marilynn Mayes, Councilman Tennell Atkins and Former Councilwoman Crenshaw God is in Control

God is in Control This event is held annually the last Sunday in January.

The walking route starts from Madison High School and ends at the park at the end of MLK, Jr Blvd bear Lamar.

During this walk, attendees gather at

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YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE!

160th District Court DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY 2018

Vote Early Feb. 20 to March 2 Election Day Tuesday March 6 Pol. Ad paid for by Aiesha Redmond Campaign - P.O. Box 1252 Desoto, Texas 75123 - Lee Lemons, Treasurer

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YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE! Experience Pays Vote for Judge Lela Mays

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Roy Williams for Dallas County Sheriff

An ad ocate for people suffering with mental illness and addiction within the justice system!

To donate or volunteer please visit http://www.votejudgelelamays.com/

Contact us at: 214-210-2700 JudgeLelaMays@gmail.com

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Pol. Adv. Paid for by Judge Lela Mays Campaign Derryle Peace, Treasurer

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I've takenFebruary great pride2,in2018 serving ELITE you theNEWS past 3 years and I hope to have your support as I seek re-election.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE! Re-elect JOHN WARREN Dallas County Clerk March 6, 2018 Proven and Effective Leadership

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Re-elect Judge Shequitta Kelly

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Casey”Hott Doc” Blair

SOFTBALL LEADS SWAC PRESEASON HONORS WITH SEVEN SELECTIONS PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – The Prairie View A&M softball team had seven members selected to the 2018 All-SWAC Softball Team, which was announced Monday. The Lady Panthers were also picked to finish second in the West Division.

“I am very proud of this honor for my girls,” said PVAMU head softball coach Vernon Bland. “They have worked very hard on and off the field.”

The Lady Panthers had five selections on the first team - 2B Destinee Williams, 3B Kylar Ward- Flowers, SS Alyssa Garcia, OF Shelby Williams, P Ashley Higgins. 1B Laurisa Hernandez and C Amanda Ford were selected to the All-SWAC second team.

D. Williams, a Tuscan, Ariz. native, had a batting average of .270, while posting 37 hits, 30 runs, 28 RBI and four home runs. Ward-Flowers is one of PV’s top returning hitters. The San Antonio, Texas native had a .357 batting average (.530 SLG%), five home runs, 22 runs and 22 RBI on 41 hits. Garcia

led the team with six home runs and 37 RBI while hitting. 319 with a .546 slugging percentage. The Houston, Texas native was more of the Lady Panthers utility player.

S. Williams, a native of Waller, Texas is the speed of the team. She is one of the best lead-off hitters in the conference as the premier base-stealer. She averaged .293 in batting, had 49 runs, 48 stolen bases, and 46 hits. Higgins the lead pitcher for PVAMU stems from Bellville, Texas. The junior went 12-16 with a 5-18 ERA and 50 strikeouts, throwing two no-hitters and a one-hitter last season.

A Fremont, Calif., native, Hernandez is PV’s big hitter averaging .342, while boasting a .535 slugging percentage, on 39 hits, five homers, 28 RBI and 21 hits last season. Ford is one of the league’s best catchers, she posted 87 put-outs at the plate last season, while fielding 95%. In her 78 at bats she had 10 runs, 17 hits and two visits to second base, while

scoring five runners.

PVAMU was selected to finish second in the West Division behind Texas Southern, while being selected in front of Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Southern and Grambling. The Lady Panthers received two first place votes while receiving a total of 58.

Prairie View will open its season on Feb. 9 at the Louisiana Monroe Mardi Gras Classic against UNT.

DOBBINS, HAMILTON NAMED COLLEGE SPORTS MADNESS SWAC PLAYERS OF THE WEEK PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – Prairie View A&M’s women’s basketball player Shala Dobbins and men’s basketball player Zachary Hamilton was named College Sports Madness SWAC Basketball Players of the Week.

STYLE Dressing for Success: How to Position Yourself with Power

By: Devoreaux Walton

Your image is the first thing people see. Before you get a chance to speak or interact with others, they have an idea about who you are: your personality, your work ethic, and your character.

This is why what you wear in the workplace is so critical for long-term success. Regardless of what level you are in your career, from entry-level to executive, your image is important.

The popular phrase "you never get a second chance at a first impression" is quite true. However, instead of just focusing on a positive first impression alone, I encourage you to make every impression a priority. Every time you get dressed for the office, to visit a client, or represent your company, you should aim to convey an image of power and authority.

The key to maintaining a polished and professional image is to first focus on being appropriate. What you wear to work and work-related events depend on two things: the dress code for your industry and the occasion or event. The appropriate work attire for a corporate attorney is quite different from what would be accepted at a technology start-up.

Likewise, the appropriate attire for the office is different from what would be accepted at a company picnic. Dressing for success is easily achieved by being intentional in the wardrobe choices you make as you prepare each day to leave for work.

The second element to focus on when dressing for success is the fit of clothing. This is important for both men and women in the workplace, but I believe it will make the biggest difference in men's overall appearance. As you shop to supplement your

closet and wardrobe, regardless of the amount of money you spend on clothing - the proper fit should be top priority. Quality is important, and you should buy the highest quality of clothing you can afford, however in all clothing you purchase, you should try the item on first to make sure it fits before buying it. Tailors are able to help you adjust the size of your clothing to be the proper fit for you. It's an extra step worth the time, effort, and money it requires.

Lastly, when dressing for success you should feel confident in what you wear. Only wear clothing that you like and feel good in, because how you feel about yourself will show through in your interactions with others. A dress suit or blazer, tie, and trousers that you are confident in will give you the extra boost of boldness at work. Co-workers and clients will take notice that you are polished and professional when you look and feel your best, this is how to properly position yourself with power. devoreauxw@gmail.com

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New Covenant

Missionary Baptist Church 411 N. Hampton Road DeSoto, TX 75115 972-230-3707

Sunday School 9:00a.m.

Morning Worship 10:30a.m.

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Pastor Darrell W. Pryor

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Daddy Girls

Dads were laborers, ministers, pastors, yard men, truck drivers, publishers, deacons, etc. , etc. I can recall pastors during the civil rights days telling us in

By Dr. J. Ester Davis Sundays mornings sermons that we needed attorneys, There is something because that was the unmisextremely special about a takable role model of the woman that was raised with 60’s and 70’s. a Daddy. They are essentially Sandra L. Jackson is a self assured, recogminiature of the great nized right away. I speaker, Barbara met Sandra L. JackJordan, former U. S. son at a volunteer Congresswoman from meeting chaired by Houston, a minister’s Edna Pemberton daughter with passion at the Communibehind her words. I ty Center. Her like Sandra because confident image she speaks of her fawas followed by Sandra L. Jackson ther, a proud veteran her compelling and her grandfather, oratory style. . . the late Rev. Dr. J. K. a natural inborn talent. A Jones. She speaks of history necessary talent for a seaand destiny, change and harsoned attorney. mony and has experience in It is a fact that Fathers all “stages and places” of the and Dad of the Civil Rights judgeship she is seeking. era, branded a generation of women who became exactly GO. . . with Sandra! what was intended. These

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Pastor Johnny Houston King, Jr.

Booker-King. He was the Pastor of Greater New Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church.

Visitation: Friday, February 2, 2018 Starting at 2:00 PM Greater New Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church Wake: Friday, February 2, 2018 7:00 - 8:00 PM Greater New Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church

Johnny King, Jr. was born February 6, 1944 in Kansas City, MO to the parents of Johnny King, Sr. and Gloria Stone. He passed away January 29, 2018 in Dallas, TX. He is married to Dorothy

Celebration of Life: Saturday, February 3, 2018 12:00 Noon Greater New Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church 1943 E. Ann Arbor Ave. Dallas, TX 75216

Competitive Sealed Proposals (RFCSP)

Sealed Proposal(s) will be received in the Office of Purchasing Agent of the City of Dallas, 1500 Marilla St., RM 3FN, Dallas, TX 75201, ph# 214/670-3326 until 2:00 P.M. on Wednesdays. Only company’s name of submitted proposal will be publicly read at 2:00 P.M on Thursdays in the Express Business Center, RM L2ES at Dallas City Hall and can be viewed on the City of Dallas Webcasting Website (www.dallascityhall.com , click on City Meetings). Proposal’s titles and dates of public reading are listed below. Proposal Packets may be obtained by downloading from the City of Dallas website, www. bids.dallascityhall.org

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Forty-Third 2018 Elite News Awards Night Ceremony

Elite News Awards

February 23, 2018 7p.m.

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