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NTTA recognizes O’Neal, BDAC

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED RESPONDS TO TEXTING AND DRIVING EPIDEMIC -- Organization leads support to AT&T's "It Can Wait" Campaign -Washington, DC (BlackNews.com) -The Links, Incorporated applauds AT&T's efforts to stop the alarmingly increasing trend of texting while driving, and is proudly supporting AT&T's "It Can Wait" campaign.

With over 100,000 deaths just last year, The Links, Incorporated recognizes the importance of ending this dangerous habit that has become all too popular among teens and adults.

Drivers are 23 times more likely to get in a crash while texting and driving according to a recent AT&T Wireless survey. AT&T is leading the way to

NTTA Chairman Ken Barr presents Charles O’Neal with a token of appreciation for his service on the agency’s Business Diversity Advisory council during the August board The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) recognized outgoing members of the regional transportation giantʼs Business Diversity Advisory Council during ceremonies at the August board meeting.

Chairman Ken Barr cited Charles OʼNeal -- lead consultant for local business development firm, Strategique – for “... his commitment to increasing opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses in North Texas.”

Mr. OʼNeal had served on the DBAC since June 2010.

Other members recognized during the meeting were Beverly Wright, William “Bill” Lawrence, Galileo Jumoa-as, and Rosa Navarro.

“There has been a definite change in the culture at NTTA during our tenure on the BDAC,” said OʼNeal. “From a point where there was virtually no participation by MWBEs, to now is like night and day. Just a few years ago, ethnic minority owned businesses were not even on the radar, now weʼve begun to see real inclusion and significant growth in opportunity. All of us can look back proudly on the role weʼve played in helping to shape the policies that will pay huge dividends in the future.”

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educate drivers and passengers of the dangers through its campaign.

The Links, Incorporated is encouraging its 12,000 members to sign AT&T's pledge not to text and drive through the website, www.ItCanwait.com, and participate in the September 19, "No Text on Board Pledge Day" to bring attention to this important issue.

To find out more information about the pledge visit the AT&T website: www.ItCanwait.com

The Bayou Classic Roadshow Travels the South

“The partnership between the US Marine Corps and The Bayou Classic Roadshow is a recent development that will bring much benefit to our organization,” said Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Peterson, Chief of Staff, Marine Corps Recruiting Command. “The expansion of our partnership with The Bayou Classic has a direct connection to the success of the partnership over the past ten years. The Roadshow is a tremendous opportunity for us to meet and visit with members of our community throughout the region.”

NEW ORLEANS– The Bayou Classic announces its Bayou Classic Roadshow schedule of events beginning September 1 and continuing until November 10, bringing a taste of The Bayou Classic experience to Grambling and Southern fans across the south.

The Bayou Classic Roadshow presented by the US Marine Corps will travel to five states this year, including Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Tennessee and Georgia, to give fans across the south an opportunity to win prizes, meet former Bayou Classic participants and share their favorite Bayou Classic experiences.

The Bayou Classic Roadshow will partner with the US Marine Corps for the first time this year. The sponsorship of The Bayou Classic Roadshow is an extension of the US Marine Corps’ tenyear partnership with The Bayou Classic.

The Roadshow will travel to a total of 10 regular season football games, including Grambling and Southern homecoming games, the Port City, Southern Heritage and Atlanta Football classics.

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Message to the people...

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Summer is winding down for most of us and its back to school for August 17, 2012 millions of children.

Unfortunately for many of our youth, the last time they picked up a book to read was during the last school year.

They were not fortunate enough to participate in many of the summer programs, like the one that Bernadette Nuttall started, along with her sorority sister, Dianne Robinson, long before she became a Dallas Independent School District Board Trustee.

Team IMAJ Located in the southern sector of Dallas, the program, keeps young 6 minds engaged and focused, instead of running wild and uncontrolled for the entire summer.

Circle of Support, Inc. is a summer learning program focusing on Cheryl Smith science, math, art, reading and technology (S.M.A.R.T.) and serving over Leadership 250 area girls and boys. Although the two sorority sisters first focused on females, they expanded the program Principle to service young boys too.

- Part 3 Using her expertise as a grant writer, Ms. Nuttall has been able to secure the funding needed to keep the program thriving.

7 What a great way for youth to spend the summer. In addition to strengthening their skills in very critical areas, the students participate in a well-rounded program that includes field trips and nutritional meals.

In a week or so, those students, when they walk into the classrooms won’t be in foreign territory because they have had a very enriching summer where they were challenged and encouraged.

In the past few weeks, I have listened to numerous teachers as they talked about the upcoming school year.

It was refreshing to hear the teachers sound optimistic and excited. I hope they can maintain the same degree of enthusiasm as the year progresses because I know they definitely will be challenged.

Bill Gates scholarships available Hopefully this will be a year when every student will come to 19 work, because it is their job, focused, respectful, inquisitive, and eager to learn. Maybe, just maybe the principals and administrators will continue to hold the teachers and counselors to the highest standard while also encouraging them along the way. Of course we want our teachers to be hell-bent on ensuring that each Ellis Cose comes to child that enters their classroom is given the best they have in an effort o educate them.

Dallas for Sure we know some children are going to be rebels. There will be some problems, I’m sure. There are so TECO many challenges.

Theatrical Then too, hopefully the parents will come to visit at school, and not just for athletic evens or Productions performances. We don’t need parents showing up in their pink hair rollers and bedroom slippers or their wifebeaters and reeking of marijuana -- ready to open a can of you know what on a teacher who had the 22 unmitigated gall to check your child when they are out of order.

Every child won’t have the benefit of a productive summer that leads into a new school year.

Some spent the entire summer, playing video games or soaking up hours in front of the television. Oh, there are so many horror stories to tell but I would rather focus on a positive future.

When those doors open, the hot fun in the summertime period is over. There’s work to do and I am going to be looking for those success stories all year long, because I know they are out there.

Adults, we have to step up and take charge. There’s no way we can expect the children to “govern themselves accordingly. We must show them the way and hold them accountable.

Cheryl Smith, Publisher It can seem like such a thankless, unrewarding job, however, if we give it a chance and give it our all, we can Established 2011 have a significant impact on the lives of these young people. We owe it to ourselves and those children to honor our commitment even when we are faced with the most severe disciplinary problems.

IMESSENGER is a tribute to Le Messager, School can be fun too. We have work to do and all the work shouldn’t fall solely on the shoulders of the founded by Cameroonian journalist Pius Njawe and The Messenger, an independent teachers.

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UNCONDITIONAL- INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS WILL HIT THEATERS THIS SEPTEMBER Debuting in theaters nationwide September 21, 2012, Unconditional Joins Forces with Ministries Serving At-Risk

PCC Introduces Clergy Leadership and Executive Coaching Sessions A New Tool for Enhancing Ministry

DALLAS ― Beginning this July, Pastoral Counseling Center (PCC) will offer leadership coaching sessions to support pastors in their roles as leaders and managers within their congregations. These PAGE 5

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It Has Begun! Legendary multi-platinum country artist Collin Raye tells everyone everywhere he goes, “Imaj is country’s next big star!” What makes Imaj such an amazing anomaly is that her mission has always been simply, “Peace & Love” — a movement that has been advocated since The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Janis Joplin and Michael Jackson…then along came Imaj to continue the Peace Movement.

What makes this so great is that Team Imaj has begun to expand her mission to not only spread world peace but to spread the awareness of Imaj and make the world a better place. You’ve heard the Breaking News: “IMAJ: Self-Titled Debut Album Set To Release This Summer/Fall!” We can’t wait for the release! And now…we’re joining hands nationwide. Join us at “Team Imaj” her official street team!

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For those sharing on Twitter: Please Tweet the following: #TeamImaj: IT HAS BEGUN. http://bit.ly/M4btHz (Please Re-Tweet!) cc. @iamImaj

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SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT...

HEALTHCARE BLOG PUBLISHES SPECIAL REPORT--

Leadership Principle-3

OBAMACARE VS. RYANCARE:

By Aaron Hopkins

As another presidential election is fast approaching, I ask myself if people take the time out to really evaluate the quality of leadership in a popular vote. It appears that accountability takes a back-seat to propaganda and speeches.

Well, here is a very interesting fact. In almost every city in America and in the inner-cities in particular, the participation of the people who are registered to vote averages just fewer than 38%. So this points out that the greater amounts of registered voters do not participate in the process. Rather than state the obvious here I will suggest that there must be a valid reason for this issue.

Most people will see a person in a leadership role at some point in life and recognize that the person is not qualified to be a real leader. Then there are other times when the most qualified person to lead is not the popular choice. What a dilemma! Imagine being the most qualified person for a job that gives the people under your leadership the best chance to succeed, only to find there is something about you that people don’t like.

Imagine further being under a microscope where all of your flaws can be seen and people can say things about you that may have nothing to do with the job. Then consider your options after you are held responsible for problems that were caused by the leader before you who is not present to share the weight of accountability. Thinking about all of this, who would want to a leader?

Now we can get past the surface of this principle of leadership. Anyone who is fit to lead will be found doing things that popularity will be in direct conflict with. This is due to the fact that popular things are tied to emotional desires that are mostly superficial.

The best leaders are often not popular at all when they are making the kinds of decisions that upset the masses. The question then becomes, why are the masses so influenced by popularity? It is simply because it does not require a person to engage in a struggle or conflict that would make them accountable.

A smile, a head-nod, thumbs up or a like on Face Book is how we show our approval. How difficult is that? (Smile) No knock on Face Book, I’m just saying.

So if people are going to get the kind of leadership they say they want, we will have to engage in a process that pulls us away from the normal going along to get along and put into action a plan of leadership building. Where does this begin, you ask?

Well, I’m starting with that handsome man in the mirror! I won’t talk about anyone else’s leadership until I make sure I’m building my own and making myself accountable.

Okay, now your turn!

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WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

Na t i o n w i d e ( B l a c k Ne w s . c o m ) -AffordableHealthInsurance.org, a web site that aims to help individuals and families better understand health insurance, has just published a special report to help people better understand what Obamacare or Ryancare may mean for them.

Since Obamacare and Ryancare are basically the Democrat vs. Republican health care reform proposals, the report gives readers a clear

examination of the two. This includes a discussion of the similarities, the differences, and a graphic chart that shows where exactly funding will be allocated.

The special report is available for anyone to read for free.

Read the full special report at: http://blog.affordablehealthinsurance.org/ 2012/08/obamacare-vs-r yancare-whats-thedifference.html

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Brains, talent, beauty and faith = SUCCESS Ramona Logan

Dallas-based Image Advantage

garnered several wards and was

personal consultant. Today she

important topic. It is more than a

PR

respected across the country.

is using her almost three decades

feature story, it is a trendsetting

honored by the National Association of Black Journalists.

Many were saddened to hear that she was leaving NBC 5. Still

as a journalist to help businesses, organizations and individuals

business story."

Company owner Ramona Logan

today people talk about how

develop

accepted the Public Relations

they enjoyed her work and her

image.

Award during NABJ's Salute to

involvement in the Dallas-Fort

Excellence Gala in New Orleans, La. The NABJ award is given for

Worth market.

exemplary PR campaigns for

a

nonprofits.

television screen.

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was

recently

and

promote

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hair

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industry

"Personally, I had planned to go natural in a few years, but the

"Ramona Logan and Image

Nappiology workshops provided

You see, Ms. Logan wasn’t just

Advantage did an incredible job for us in just a month and a half,"

so much great information. I have not put relaxer on my hair

face

said

Johnson,

since the expo in November

When not

founder of the Nappiology Expo

2011," Ms. Logan added. "I wore

Image Advantage produced the

working, she was always out

that was held in the Dallas

a natural Afro during my teens

successful public relations campaign for the Third Annual

somewhere, as an active member of the community-- attending

suburb of Hurst, Texas. "We had hired another PR consultant to

and twenties, but there are so many more options available

Nappiology Expo in 2011.

church

help us the first two years of the

these days for natural hairstyles

Expo, but they did not produce

and natural hair care products."

any publicity for us. Ms. Logan's

efforts produced national and local media coverage and helped

Ms. Logan started Advantage in 2006.

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relations,

The annual Nappiology Expo allows African American women

training, and video production.

Clients include the Cedar Hill

to

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share

information

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had

relations,

community

marketing,

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media

District,

transitioning from relaxed to

Southern Bible Institute, Texas

natural hair. Women also learn

Institute for Surgery, KaMIT

about natural hair products and styling techniques.

Sport, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

A graduate of Wichita State

information to women on this

University with a B.A. in

growing trend of natural hair,"

Journalism, Ms. Logan’s awardwinning broadcast journalism career was built at NBC 5 in

an

Since her days at NBC5,

impressive career as a journalist .

Ramona has “reinvented” herself

Ms. Logan said. "Winning an award for the PR campaign just

During a logv career in the Dallas market, Ms. Logan

and gained an impressive clientele as a PR, media and

validates the job we did in

Dallas, Texas and KOCO-TV in

spreading the news on this

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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Logan

include

attendants-a 150 percent increase

"It was so rewarding to provide

Ramona

services

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Ramona Logan, continued from page 8 that she presents at the workshop: "I Can't Hear What You Are Saying Because Your Clothes Are Too LOUD!" In her engaging and high energy delivery, Ms. Logan is a favorite of

“The Power Points of a

numerous groups and she is in constant demand of r her skills at helping prepare clients for

Brand from your Personal Image”

Well, if you’ve ever been at a loss for words or your freeze up

Ms. Logan is a joy to work with

She’s a long-time member of

and she probably gets as many

the National Association of

invitations to speak as she did when she was sitting g behind

Black Journalists and the DallasFort Worth Association of Black

an anchor desk.

Journalists.

Known for her pleasing

For years she has worked with

personality and exceptional

the scholarship and urban

work ethic, it’s no wonder that she is still in high demand and

journalism workshop. Clearly youth have a special place in her

receives rave reviews following

heart and she has received rave

her presentations.

reviews for one of her sessions

“Nothing Casual About Business Casual” “Developing a Professional

dealing with the media.

Sounds easy?

Ramona Logan at National Association of Black Journalists Salute To Excellence Awards

Professional Image”

as soon as a microphone is placed in front of you, then you need Ms. Logan!

A published author and an advisory board member of the Jeffries Street Learning Center, Ms. Logan has developed several workshops including:

“Beyond Tolerance” (a diversity communication workshop Beyond Tolerance) “The Beauty of Grace” www.beautyofgrace.com Ms. Logan is a perfect example of someone who changed with the times.

Instead of shutting down after leaving NBC 5, she left with a

“Media Strategies for Winning Airtime and Headlines”

plan and that plan has flourished into a second successful career.

“K.I.S.S. and Tell-A-Vision: Mastering the TV Interview”

For

more

information

visit

www.rlimageadvantage.com

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GUNAA-DALLAS CHAPTER PRESENTS 2012 FOOTBALL KICKOFF BRUNCH GSU 2012 FOOTBALL THEME: “ROLL WITH US OR ROLL OUT”

August 25, 2012 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Renaissance Dallas Hotel 2222 N Stemmons Frwy.

Dallas, Texas 75207 Keynote Speaker: Everson “Cubby” Walls, GSU Football Legend and NFL Great! $40 Tickets (can be purchased from GUNAA-Dallas Chapter members) Entertainment, door prizes, silent auction!!!!

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“We will have to repent in this generation not merely for the vitriolic words and actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good people.” . Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Come on PEOPLE! Don’t you CARE? POLICE have not apprehended Pookie the serial rapist.

Aren’t you concerned? Do you care?

We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers.

If you have ANY information, PLEASE call Crime Stoppers

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FAMU Football Game

If you are interested in going the FAMU vs OU football game September 8, 2012 in Norman Oklahoma (7pm cst kick-off) Game tickets are $55.00 (no additional fees), available from the University until August 22, 2012 Additionally, those who wish to stay overnight, the host hotel is: Cambria Suites 4410 SW 19th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73108 Rate: $81 405-668-3300 Please contact Gerald B. Jenkins (DFW) by August 20, 2012 gbj.famu@yahoo.com 214-766-8783 -orUniversity Athletic department by August 22, 2012 (800)843-0788) or (850) 599-3141

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Pinkett scores billion dollar contracts from Dept. of HHS -- High-profile minority business achieves its mission by improving the lives of the people they serve in the age of Obamacare --

Dr. Randal Pinkett, season four winner of NBC's The Apprentice and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BCT Partners

Newark, NJ (BlackNews.com) -Call it "The Midas Touch." Dr. Randal Pinkett, season four winner of NBC's The Apprentice and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BCT Partners, a national consulting firm delivering a fullrange of program management, research and evaluation, technical assistance, and information technology services to the U.S. Government, has been awarded two contracts with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) and National Institutes of Health (NIH).

BCT Partners will provide a broad range of research, evaluation, technical assistance, and training services to SAMHSA as well as mission critical IT requirements such as Cloud Computing, Mobile Applications, Information Security and Health IT across the entire federal government. In doing so, BCT will capitalize on the anticipated opportunities resulting from the Supreme Court's ruling to uphold President Obama's health care law.

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Within the Affordable Care Act (ACA) there are provisions designed to increase incentives to physicians and other health and mental health professionals to provide integrated, coordinated care that can help catch health issues before they become more serious concerns.

The SAMHSA Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract has total ceiling of $900 million during the next five years. The NIH Chief Information Officer-Solutions and Partners 3 (CIO-SP3) IDIQ Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) has a total ceiling of $20 billion for the next ten years.

BCT Partners' awards fall under SAMHSA IDIQ Domain I and IV (Small Business) and all 10 of the NIH CIO-SP3 Task Areas (Small Business and 8a).

"The SAMHSA and CIO-SP3 contracts are significant wins for our company," said Dr. Pinkett, "They demonstrate the depth and breadth of our expertise in supporting complex, nationwide initiatives. They also exemplify our commitment to working with federal government agencies - helping achieve their missions and thereby improving the lives of the people they serve."

The BCT CIO-SP3 Team consists of nine organizations and the BCT SAMHSA Team consists of eight organizations with comprehensive healthcare and IT expertise - including a renowned worldwide research organization, an innovative college of public health, and a leading integrated care management system - to deliver

innovative solutions to government agencies facing challenges in health and IT. Reflecting diversity in size, ownership, and location, the CIOSP3 partners are (listed by state): * American InfoTech Solutions, Washington, DC * Aurotech Corporation, Clarksville, Maryland * Conquest Security, Gaithersburg, Maryland * Get Real Consulting, Rockville, Maryland * CapitalNovus, Fairfax, Virginia * Plexus Scientific, Alexandria, Virginia * Heritage Digital, Florence, South Carolina * CACI - Arlington, Virginia * Minority Information Technology Consortium (MITC), Chicago, Illinois The SAMHSA partners are (listed by state): * SRI International - Menlo Park, California * L&M Policy Research -

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Inspiring Potential. Developing Leaders Leslie

Bedford Leadership Academy and Cedar Valley College

Speak 2B Heard Girls’ Forum

September 15, 2012 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Cedar Valley College 3030 N. Dallas Avenue Lancaster Texas 75241

Calling Girls Ages 12 - 14, We Want To Hear “What’s On Your Minds” Food es riz urs P o r H o Do ice v r e ty S Friends i n u m Com ake New M

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Share what works for you in coping with life challenges

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Bounce TV renews Uptown Comic, Rodney Perry to host second season

PRNewswire/ -- Bounce TV, the fastest growing African American network in television, will premiere the second season of its original comedy series Uptown Comic this fall with actor and comedian Rodney Perry (Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family, Mo'Nique Show) as host, it was announced by Bounce TV Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Katz.

Uptown Comic is a half-hour series featuring stand-up performances by some of the hottest up-and-coming comics in the country.

The show's second season will begin production in Atlanta this month.

"Uptown Comic was an instant hit with Bounce TV viewers and delivered tremendous value for our constantly-growing group of affiliates and advertisers.

As a young network, this success and expansion of our first original programming is unprecedented and reflects the strong brand Bounce TV is becoming within the African American community," commented Mr. Katz.

"We're looking forward to another season of Uptown Comic with Rodney's terrific talents front and center."

Mr. Perry was the cohost of The Mo'Nique Show on BET as well as a host of TV One's Who's Got Jokes. He has been the opening act for

such top comedians as George Lopez, Cedric the Entertainer, Steve Harvey and Mo'Nique.

Perry also starred in Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family and is preparing his first comedy special for television entitled "Rodney Perry All The Way LIVE!" for the fall.

Bounce TV launched September 26, 2011 and is already available in 76% of African American households and 65 million homes nationally. Bounce TV airs 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the digital signals of local television stations.

Martin Luther King III and Ambassador Andrew Young are among the Founding Group and Board of Directors of

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Bounce TV. Bounce TV is majority African American-owned.

Toyota USA is the signature sponsor of the network.

Bounce TV targets African Americans primarily between the ages of 25-54 with a programming mix of theatrical motion pictures, live sports, documentaries, specials, inspirational faith-based programs, off-net series and now original series.

Live sports and events are part of the Bounce TV schedule, including both football and basketball games from the nation's largest African American athletic conference, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA.)

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KEVIN MONDY OF PROJECT STILL I RISE IS 2012 HONOREE OF ENVEST FOUNDATIONʼs “40 UNDER 40” Dallas, Texas--– The EnVest Foundation has announced their award

recipient list for the 2012 “40 Under 40” award.

This award recognizes individuals under the age of 40 for their professional and philanthropic achievements. This select group of emerging leaders have been identified as trailblazers who are making a difference in the lives of everyday people.

Honorees include Quincy Booth, Chief of Staff to the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice, Grant Allen, Chairman and Co-Founder of Ocular Melanoma Foundation, Christopher Lomax, Trial Attorney with The United States Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Kevin Mondy, Founder of Project Still I Rise, amongst others.

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For a full list of award recipients, visit http://envestfoundation.org/page/ recipient-announcement.

On October 23, the foundation will present the 2012 honorees with an award at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The EnVest Foundation is a social philanthropic organization comprised of a network of members with charitable mindsets who understand that meaningful and consistent giving is the pathway to becoming a philanthropist.

For more information about the foundation visit, www.envestfoundation.org.

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Texas-based health and wellness provider offers meningitis shots

A Healthy You SPARKLE star receives honor from hometown Mayor

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Oakland Mayor Jean Quan will present actress Brély Evans, star of the highly anticipated film "Sparkle," with the key to The City of Oakland for her charitable contributions to bay area community and The Sharon Randolph Foundation, Saturday, August 18, 2012.

Ms. Evans will also host a "soldout" private screening of "Sparkle" at Jack London Cinemas in Jack London Square.

The event is part of Sparkle for a Cause fundraiser that also features an all White Party Affair at Geoffrey's Inner Circle. Proceeds from the screening and white party benefit the Sharon Randolph Foundation.

An Oakland native, she stars in the upcoming film "Sparkle" alongside Jordin Sparks, Derek Luke and the late Whitney Houston. As the celebrity supporter for the Sharon Randolph Foundation, Ms. Evans is excited about the opportunity to share in their "Live and Not Die" initiative that promotes a healthy lifestyle through proper diet and exercise.

Ms. Evans is also the new spokesperson for Jenny Craig and she is committed to change in her own life by getting healthy from the inside out. She not only talks the talk, but walks the walk.

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As parents and students across the country are readying for the new school year, Star Wellness USA founder and CEO Johnette van Eeden is smoothing out the transition back to school by offering meningitis shots as a part of Star Wellness’ clinical services.

“Since we provide meningitis shots, it takes some pressure off of parents,” says van Eeden. “These shots are very hard to find and by having them readily available at Star Wellness, parents will have one less thing to worry about as they coordinate everything they need to finalize in order to send their kids back to school.”

In adolescence, individuals between the ages of 16 through 21 are at the highest risk for contracting the meningococcal disease. The CDC advises that preteens and teens receive various combinations of doses of the vaccine and booster shot depending on their age at the time of their first shot. In addition to which the vast majority of universities and colleges nationwide require proof of meningococcal vaccinations

before incoming freshmen are allowed to attend.

“Meningitis shots are always in high demand, especially at this time of year, but very few pharmacies take insurance and many pediatricians do not keep the vaccine in stock,” adds van Eeden.

“Blue Cross Blue Shield has been sending patients to us all summer, specifically for these shots, because they know that we are always prepared. Star Wellness is all about prevention and this is an important preventive service that we are happy to provide to our clients and their families.”

To schedule an appointment for a meningitis vaccination, please call 800-685-5572. More information on additional Star Wellness services available at StarWellnessUSA.com.

Cities to request aerial spray for mosquitoes Pursuant to information received from Commissioner David Lakey of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), each home-rule city of Dallas County has the ability to request Aerial Spraying for mosquitoes. Cities within Dallas County that request Aerial Spraying can request that

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their entire city be sprayed. The City of Richardson made their request to the State and we have been informed that the entire City of Richardson, including the portion which is in Collin County will be included in tonight’s map grid. Also included in tonight’s spray schedule are the entire cities of Garland, University Park and Highland Park, a portion of Dallas and the portion of Mesquite which is north of I-30.

Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins met with mayors and officials from the county’s Southern cities as well, to put the full spectrum of options at their disposal. The Southern cities were given an equal opportunity to choose between Aerial and Ground Spray for their cities.

While state, local and county officials will continue to work hard to protect citizens it is imperative that citizens also take preventative measures to protect themselves and their families from being bitten in the first place.

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Author tells story to educate single moms on how to protect children from sexual predators Detroit, MI (BlackNews.com) -Through a Childs Eyes tells a true-life story that references the importance of protecting your child against sexual predators.

Author Phillis T. Forrest opens her old wounds and shares a touching story in order to structure a guideline for single mothers in hopes to help them protect their children from sexual predators.

Through A Childs Eyes speaks on the process of a sexual predator that stalked and preyed his way into the authors life at the young age of seven.

This nightmare began the day that her mother broke her household rules that she put into place to protect the author and her siblings.

The consequences of her actions allowed a complete stranger to abuse and manipulate the author over a

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period of 14 years that ultimately led to mothering two of his children.

Ms. Forrest comments, "I told my story because I wanted to show the world exactly how this man manipulated his way into my existence and to show mothers how this sort of situation can happen."

The story is written in a guideline format with plenty of examples of the experiences that the author encountered each time the protection of her mother lessened.

The story of the author is told to gain the credibility of her readers which in turn shows them that the opposite of her mothers actions could have saved her from her nightmare.

In chapter 14, entitled "Mothers Lets Have a Conversation", the author breaks away from her story to have a heart-to-heart with mothers.

The chapter touches on subjects that are often not discussed in the homes of sexually abused children. With subtitles such as: "Ripley's Believe It Or Not", "Flipping the Script", and "Knowledge Is Power" (to name a few), the author begins to break down the psychological awareness that parents need to become educated on when dealing with a child that has been preyed upon by a child molester.

A paperback copy of Through a Childs Eyes can be purchased at www.throughachildseyes290611.com and Amazon.com, and a e-book copy can be downloaded via the Kindle.

"There are so many times that I have read a book and wished I could have had a conversation with the author to answer perplexing questions," says Forrest.

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Forrest has been an amazing mother to two beautiful girls despite the circumstances.

Her dream is to share her story with the world; in order to educate mothers, protect children, and help victims let go of their pain.

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EDUCATION NOTES 2013 Bill Gates Scholars Program giving away 1,000 scholarships to minority students Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- In recognition of Black History Month, Nationwide Insurance is encouraging consumers to get on line to share, build and capture important family history in celebration of the rich heritage and legacy of the African American family. In addition, consumers can visit Pandora.com to build a personalized music library and support the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).

Every year, the Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program selects 1,000 talented minority students to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to

Bill Gates

use at any college or university of their choice. The program provides scholars with personal and professional development through our leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career.

Administered by the United Negro College Fund, the program was initially funded by a $1 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Since 1999, it has funded the education of more than 16,000 students, awarding them more than $614 million dollars to pay for tuition, fees, books and housing.

The program aims to reduce financial barriers for African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students with high academic and leadership promise who have significant financial need; increase the representation of these target groups in the disciplines of computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health and the sciences, where these groups are severely underrepresented; develop a diversified cadre of future leaders for America by facilitating successful completion of bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees;

and provide seamless support from undergraduate through doctoral programs, for students selected as Gates Millennium Scholars entering target disciplines The deadline for submission is January 16, 2013.

To apply for the 2013 Gates Millennium Scholars program, visit: www.scholarshipsonline.org/2012/08/thegates-millennium-scholars-program.html To find hundreds of other scholarship opportunities, visit: www.ScholarshipsOnline.org

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Olympian returns home to JSU

Tired of the dragging, lagging and sagging within our community?

Transformational Thursdays for the Mind, Body, Soul & Me training is FREE at the McDonald Community Young Men Christian Association (McDonald YMCA), 2400 East Berry Street on Thursdays at 10 am starting in September.

Transformational Thursdays for the Mind, Body, Soul & Me is a faith-based healthy lifestyle program designed to help people TAKE CHARGE of their personal development and renew the mental, physical and spiritual harmony within our community.

Dr. Vicki Nejtek, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Texas Health Science (UNTHSC) and the Rev. Kyev P. Tatum, Sr., President of the Fort Worth Tarrant County Chapter of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) have teamed up with the McDonald YMCA to present a healthy lifestyle program designed to help people to TAKE CHARGE of their personal development and to help improve the mental, physical and spiritual harmony of life of our neighbors.

This six weeks extensive training, education and development program is designed to develop and equip community health coaches with the proper skills and tools needed to help improve the community's health and wellness.

Participants who complete all training sessions during the Transformational Thursdays for Mind, Body, Soul & Me training will receive a Certificate of Completion from the University of North Texas Health Science Center Office of Professional and Continuing Education.

This is a joint project between Dr. Vicki Nejtek, Rev. Kyev Tatum, University of North Texas Health Science Center Office of Professional and Continuing Education, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), World of Wisdom Seasoned Saints, McDonald YMCA and Hopeplex, USA. For more registration information, contact Ms. Brenda Thompkins at 817-988-1968 or Ms. Jean Cooks at 817-815-2575.

Jackson State President Carolyn Meyers (left) welcomes Olympian Anaso Jobodwan upon his return from the 2012 London Olympic games Wednesday morning. / Vickie D. King/The ClarionLedger

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In our library Powerful workbook brings Black families together Miami, FL (BlackNews.com) -What does a 16-year old, hip-hop loving, pants-sagging high school junior; and an

The book's author, Renee M. Hollinger, said she created SEEN.HEARD.LOVED. because "I believe that beneath our techno-gadgetry obsession and what appears to be a permanent disconnect, families have a deep desire to deepen connections and talk to each other," said Hollinger, a filmmaker, writer and former social worker.

The smart, unique and incredibly engaging workbook is bringing together sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, parents, aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents and is also smashing assumptions by

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Garland Branch Presents

22th Annual

Freedom Fund Silent Auction and

Brunch Saturday, September 15, 2012 Silent Auction 9:00 a.m. Brunch 10:00 a.m.

Doubletree Hotel 1981 North Central Expressway Richardson, Texas 75080

Keynote Speaker: Tammy Mutasa "old-school," college educated, R & B obsessed grandmother of three have in common? Far more than either of them would have imagined!

Thanks to SEEN.HEARD.LOVED., a powerful new electronic workbook, different generations within families are coming together and talking about topics ranging from overcoming fear, to the sometimes controversial lyrics to rap music.

In this day of technological obsessions like Facebook and Twitter, the gap between generations is getting wider and wider. Fortunately, families still get together for BBQs, holidays and to celebrate big life occasions; however, get-togethers that provide an opportunity for families to tune out of the technogadgetry and tune into each other happen far and few between. One of the consequences of our techno-obsessed society is that families can be in the same room with each other without saying a word.

The $1.00 e-workbook provides a fun, simple, user-friendly opportunity for families to discuss important topics that may have been previously "off limits," while also motivating and celebrating each other! Some of the activity titles include "I Believe I Can Fly," "This Too Shall Pass," and "We Are Family!"

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revealing that the generations have far more in common than expected.

On the one hand, older family members get to broach topics like sagging pants and the use of the N-word, provided they maintain a strict nonjudgment zone. On the other hand, these same older relatives who may be avoiding "the road less traveled" as it relates to the book they never wrote or the small business they never started get to hear from the youngsters why Nike's powerful mantra (JUST DO IT!) can and should be applied to life!

As for the low price, Hollinger said, "I toyed with what an ideal price point would be for such rich information, because it is certainly worth far more than one dollar." She added, "But after discussing it with my team, we decided that the most important thing is to get the information into as many hands as possible, so we settled on a dollar."

"I am so excited for families to experience SEEN.HEARD.LOVED.,'" Hollinger added, "The culminating activity is so powerful that grown men have been moved to tears."

The SEEN.HEARD.LOVED.workbook costs only $1.00 and is available at www.seenheardloved.com.

Brunch Table: $400.00 – Individual Ticket: $40.00 For More Information Please Call the NAACP Garland Branch at (972) 381-5044, Box #5

Brenda Jackson needs your vote Courting Justice (a Madaris Family Series novel) has been nominated for an award

by African American Literary Awards Show.

Please take the time to vote now.

The link below will take you directly to the voting page. Instructions are shown on your right. http://www.literaryawardshow.com/ voting.html NOTE - If you have the Brenda Jackson app, you can also vote from your I-phone or Android. Just click on "More" and then go to "Links".

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Brand Building Power Networking Event 5:30-7:30pm 3232 McKinney Ave Stephanie Jhnson, CEO of Bed Rest Concierge, hosts an evening of networking focused on building your brand.

Mark your calendar FWBC Sports & Rec. presents SWING CLASSES at the Wild Wild West!

When: Every Tuesday & Thursday Evening Time: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Location: FWBC Banquet Area Cost: FREE * No experience necessary * Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome * For more information, contact sports@friendshipwest.org or (214) 861-0457.

TUNE IN TO THE DOCK POWER HOUR Every Wednesday, 6-8pm www.dfwiradio.com call in # 214.317.4855 Lively, informative and power-packed weekly radio show dedicated to delivering relevant, interesting, edu-taining information to our listeners

************* Ribbon Cutting for CashMax Title and Loan & La Chapalita Ice Cream 11:30am-12:30pm 12209 Lake June Road Balch Springs, TX 75180 August 23 August 18

Teco Theatrical Productions presents An evening with Ellis Cose.

Author of "The End of Anger" Thursday, August 23, 2012 All tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

Bishop Arts Theatre Center 215 South Tyler Street Dallas, TX 75208 214.948.0716

Diversity Gala 2012 Marriott Houston Westchase 2900 Briarpark Drive, Houston, TX 77042 (800) 452-5110 6pm

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Dallas Artist Toya Nash Comes Home For Concert at House of Blues and Debut EP Release

********** The Hamilton Park School will celebrate its 57th schoolwide reunion from Friday, August 17- Sunday, August 19.

Ticket price is $60 after August 1. For more information, visit our website: www.hpschoolwidereunion.org. ****** Wounded Heart Campaign Taking a STAND against sexual violence Presents 2nd annual Dancing for Charity For more info, www.ariseintl.org

A Vibe Called Fresh "...Down With The QUEENS" {Celebrating music by the Queens of Hip Hop} QUEEN LATIFAH | MC LYTE | LIL KIM | FOXY BROWN | LAURYN HILL ZUBAR 2012 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 9:30pm - 2am !

Councilwoman Carolyn R. Davis cordially extends an invitation to you and a guest (s), to attend the 2012 Tulisoma "Heart & Soul" Tour (see official event promo flyer below). This event will be held Friday, August 24 from Noon to 5pm, August 25 Michael Ward, an extraordinary jazz violinist will headline the entertainment for the Urban League of Greater Dallas 45th Anniversary Gala. Old School crooners, VINJAC, will also perform. The event will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel, 2201 Stemmons Freeway at 7:00 p.m.

For ticket information call (214) 915-4600.

******* Dallas Poetry Slam in partnership with TeCo Theatrical Productions presents "Brave Young Voices" (A Youth Talent Showcase) featuring Dallas Poetry Slam Team, Will Richey & Alexandro Perez Inspiring kids to use their voices to be creative and to be heard 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door

August 31

****** Pearl C. Anderson Middle School’s Back to School Parent/Community Fair is set for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at the school, 3400 Garden Lane.

There will be free food, free school supplies and health information available. Athletic physicals, which are required for all athletes and cheerleaders, will be available for $10. Also, learn about the Parent Portal, which parents can use to receive important updates such as their child's attendance and grades.

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‘Chosen to Heal’ African Traditional Healing as a Way of Life with Dr. Kofi Asare Come and discuss the: * History of traditional healing in Africa and other parts of the world * The rise of modern medicine the good, the bad, & the ugly * The traditional healer of yesterday is the holistic healer today Pan-African Connection Bookstore Art Gallery & Resource Center 828 Fourth Ave. Dallas Texas, 75226 (Across from Fair Park Music Hall) 214-943-8262/email panafric@airmail.net

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UNCF 2012 Corporate Appreciation Reception Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Where: African American Museum - Fair Park 3536 Grand Ave, Dallas, TX 75210 Women's Equality Day celebration to be held at Dallas City Hall, 6th floor Flag room on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 from noon to 1 p.m. The guest speaker is State Representative Yvonne Davis.

Dallas NPHC Mega Greek Fest August 31- September 2, 2012.

Friday, August 31 activity is a 3 hour boat ride on the Star of Texas Party Yacht in Lewisville; tickets are $15. Ticket includes music and light hors d'oeuvres, BYOB. Saturday, Aug 1 is annual picnic at Turner Park from 1:00 p.m. until 6 p.m. Free food, music and games. Worship on Sunday, Sept 2 at Antioch Fellowship Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m.

Volunteers are needed. T-Shirts are also being sold to the Mega Greek Fest. To purchase t-shirts, please visit the following website http:// www.nphcdallas.org/mega-greek-fest-t-shirts.html.

September 2 Join Keith Manning for the DFW Comics Charity Softball event will take place Sunday, September 2nd 2012 at 1pm at Glencoe Park-Field #2- 5300 Martel Dr- Dallas, TX 75206. Bring your entire family for an afternoon of fun! Free Hotdogs and Drinks…1st come- 1st served.

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Richardson, TX 75080 Keynote Speaker: Tammy Mutasa- NBC 5 MC: Marquis Hankins- Garland Branch NAACP September 21-23! The 2012 Art Uprising in West Village benefitting Easl is a two-day free arts festival featuring local artists, bands, food, and other entertainment.

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September 7 Banks Entertainment, Jim Austin Online, ELITE News and Will.Will.Sing Productions present William Davenport and his band, Jaw Fuzz, live in concert at The Ft. Worth Event Center in Ft. Worth, TX on Friday, September 7, 2012 at 8pm. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

Tickets are on sale now. See ticket locations at www.jimaustinonline.com.

September 8 FAMU vs OU football game September 8, 2012 in Norman Oklahoma (7pm cst kick-off) Game tickets are $55.00 (no additional fees), available from the University until August 22, 2012 Additionally, those who wish to stay overnight, the host hotel is: Cambria Suites 4410 SW 19th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73108 Rate: $81 405-668-3300 September 14 Covenant Keepers - Marriage Community MARRIAGE CONFERENCE 2012 Theme: ONEness Under Construction Date: Friday, September 14, 2012 Sunday, September 16, 2012 Time:Friday: 3:00 pm check-in | Sunday: 10:00 am check-out Marriott Dallas - Solana 5 Village Circle, Westlake, TX, 76262 (817) 430-5000 Guest Speakers: Dr. Johnny C. Parker, Jr. and Mrs. Lezlyn Parker September 15 Theme: “The NAACP Garland Branch: Creating Legends and Leaders” Time: Silent Auction 9:00 a.m. (PayPal, cash or check contributions only for auction items) Brunch 10:00 a.m.

Place: Doubletree Hotel 1981 North Central Expressway

October 12 86th Annual Awards Banquet Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce 7:00 p.m.

Dallas Convention Center Ballroom A The chamber banquet draws approximately 1,000 attendees annually and this year will feature the special presentation of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce / Thomas L. Houston Community Service Award to honor an individual who has made significant contributions as a volunteer to the civic enhancements of the African American community in the greater Dallas area.

November 21 Gift of Lights, a holiday spectacular drive-thru show featuring more than two million LED lights, will open to the public November 21st and will run through January 6, 2013. Visitors will enjoy more than 600 unique and exciting holiday displays across 1.7 miles at Texas Motor Speedway (3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth).

DBCC 29th Annual Quest For Success Awards Luncheon February 2013

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