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Stetson delves again into poverty and homelessness BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES
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Cedric Datrice, 25, left in wheelchair, and his brother Shondric Johnican, 20, right, wait for food at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston on Tuesday.
Storm Harvey reminds Florida to stay prepared BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES
As area residents watched the tragic stories coming out of Texas and Louisiana this week due to the catastrophic storm Harvey, they are reminded of the devastation that a hurricane can bring. It’s also a stark reminder that hurricane season is far from over. The death toll was at more than 20 at the Daytona Times Wednesday night deadline. Tens of thousands of people in Houston and in southeast Louisiana and have had to flee their homes because of lifethreatening flooding and thousands more were waiting to be destroyed. It’s estimated that 30,000 to 40,000 homes in the Houston area have been destroyed.
Above: Eduardo Retiz, 21, drives his truck, nicknamed the Hulk, into deep floodwaters Tuesday to help Houston residents.
Pastor: ‘Be prepared’ Last year, East Florida dealt with Hurricane Matthew in October. Although Matthew wasn’t a direct hit and did not have the same magnitude as Harvey, locals recall the experience. The hurricane season runs through Nov. 30. Dr. Eugene Hudson, pastor of Mt. Bethel Institutional Baptist Church in Daytona Beach, says Harvey is a reminder for locals to be prepared. He pointed out that the local church is still recovering
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Left: A Daytona Beach business received damage during Hurricane Matthew last year. DUANE C. FERNANDEZ SR./ HARDNOTTSPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
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Homelessness and poverty are major issues locally as well as in the U.S. Stetson University will be addressing the issues next month during its fourth annual Homeless & Poverty Conference (HPC). The conference is Oct. 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. the Rinker Fieldhouse, 421 Woodland Blvd., DeLand. This year’s theme is “Dismantling Oppression & Poverty: Building Inclusive Learning Spaces.’’ Space is still available for residents who want to attend. “We have really grown in scope and impact. I am excited. This year Dr. Ranji we will have mayShankarors and represenBrown tatives from the U.S. Department of Education,” Dr. Ranji ShankarBrown, PHF founder and director told the Daytona Times.
Life’s work Shankar-Brown also is associate professor and the Jessie Ball duPont chair of Social Justice Education at Stetson University. In addition, she’s on the board of directors for the National Coalition for the Homeless. “I started brainstorming this conference when I first came to Stetson. Working on poverty and homelessness is my life’s work,” she remarked. The keynote speaker of the conference will be Dr. Dana Godek, director of Federal and State Programs for the School District of Palm Beach County. Godek has worked in four different school systems as a teacher, administrator, public information officer and government relations strategist. She is a certified fundraising executive and has worked in the non-profit industry. She has served on the College Board as the director of Strategy and Outreach. She also has worked with Palm Beach State College.
Beyond day-to-day issues Stetson University and Volusia County Schools have partnered for the event. Local students are expected to participate as well. Topics of discussion at the conference will include poverty awareness, systems of inequity, working with low-income families, nutrition and health implications, art integration and resiliency, responsive curriculum and instruction strategies, housing instability implications, supporting English language learners in poverty, empathy and inclusion, supporting LGBTQ youth in poverty and school leadership practices. See STETSON, Page 2
University poll shows support for statues THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA
As local communities and state leaders debate the fate of statues and memorials related to the Confederacy, a new poll shows nearly half of Florida voters believe the statues should remain in public places. The poll, released Tuesday by the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Business and Economics
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Polling Initiative, showed 49 percent of the voters surveyed said statues “honoring leaders of the Confederacy” should remain in public places. Thirty percent said they should be removed and 21 percent were unsure, the poll showed.
Rate for Trump The poll also showed Presi-
dent Donald Trump’s job-approval rating at 37 percent, up from 35 percent in an FAU survey in June. In next year’s Republican primary for governor, 53 percent of GOP voters said they were undecided. Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam had support from 27 percent of Republicans, with House Speaker Richard Corcoran at 10 percent, U.S. Rep. Ron
DeSantis at 9 percent and Sen. Jack Latvala at 2 percent, the poll showed. In the Democratic primary for governor, more than 47 percent of the Democrats were undecided.
Morgan leads race Orlando attorney John Morgan, who has not announced for the race, led the field with 19 percent, followed by former U.S. Rep. Gwen Graham at 14 percent, Tallahassee Mayor An-
drew Gillum at 9 percent, Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine, who has not entered the race, at 8 percent and Winter Park businessman Chris King at 4 percent, the poll showed. In the U.S. Senate race, Sen. Bill Nelson, a Democrat, had a 42-40 percent edge over Gov. Rick Scott, a likely Republican candidate, the poll showed. Pollsters surveyed 800 registered voters from Thursday to Saturday, and the poll had an overall margin of error of 4 percentage points.
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R2 Votran schedule changes for Labor Day Votran will operate on a limited service schedule Monday, Sept. 4. Riders are encouraged to plan their travel in advance to avoid possible travel conflicts. • West Volusia routes 22, 24 and 60 will not operate. Connecting SunRail Routes 30, 31, 32 and 33 will not operate, as there will be no SunRail service. • Route 20 will operate every two hours. The bus leaves Walmart on the odd hour between 7:26 a.m. and 5:26 p.m. The northbound trips leave the Orange City Marketplace on the even hour between 8:32 a.m. and 4:32 p.m. Routes 21 and 23 will operate on a Saturday schedule. • Route 21 will operate every two hours. The westbound trips leave Walmart in Osteen on the odd hours between 7:26 a.m. and 5:26 p.m.
Eastbound routes The eastbound trips will leave the Orange City Marketplace on the even hours between 8:32 a.m. and 6:32 p.m. Eastside routes 1, 3, 4, 10, 15 and 17 will operate on a Sunday schedule. Buses will operate out of the Intermodal Transfer Facility at the Ocean Center, not the Transfer Plaza. Routes 40 and 41 will operate every two hours. The first Route 40 southbound trip will depart Dunlawton Avenue and U.S. 1 at 6:32 a.m.
Northbound trips They will depart Julia and Sams Transfer Point every two hours beginning at 7:44 a.m. through 5:44 p.m. Since there will be no buses on Swallowtail Drive for Route 40 to transfer passengers, the Route 40 will meet the Route 4 and 17 at Dunlawton Avenue and Orange Avenue to transfer passengers going north on US1 and A1A. Route 41southbound trips will depart Canal Street and U.S. 1 every two hours from 6:47 a.m. through 4:47 p.m. Votran will serve 10th St. and turn around at the entrance to Daytona State College. The 2:47 p.m. trip departing Julia Street and Sam’s Avenue Transfer Point will be the only trip serving Oak Hill. All other routes and New Smyrna Beach Flex Service will not operate. For more information, visit votran.org.
Music and slam planned for Labor Day weekend Creative Happiness Institute has teamed up with Thank You Five Theater in Port Orange for “The Start of Labor,” an evening of music and slam to celebrate the holiday weekend. The program, 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 2, will feature singer/songwriter Claire Vandiver and her band together with the entire Breaking Bad Slam team reprising the poems they performed at the National Slam Championship competition. Volusia Poet Laureate Dr. David B. Axelrod, and slam po-
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et and music producer Scott Velazco will host the evening, made possible in part by a grant from the Cultural Council of Volusia County. There will also be an open mic for all styles of poets, singers, and songwriters. A cash prize will be given for the best performance of the night. TY5 Theater is located at 4606 Clyde Morris Blvd. in Port Orange (Unit 2N) and can be reached at 386-295-5695. For more information on the entertainment and the open mic, email David Axelrod at axelrod@creativehappiness.org, or call 386-337-4567.
Kids invited to join ECHO Rangers Children in grades 1-5 are invited to join Volusia County’s ECHO Rangers, an educational program that focuses on the county’s ecological, cultural, heritage and outdoor resources. The program is offered at more than 50 sites including parks, museums, libraries and historical sites. Using a “Passport to Adventures” guide, children are asked to visit at least eight sites and participate in specially designed ECHO Rangers activities. The program includes 15 self-guided adventures children can complete with their parents any time; these include hiking, biking, fishing and creating artwork. Children and parents can learn more about the ECHO Rangers program at the following meetings: 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7, DeBary Hall Historic Site, 210 Sunrise Blvd., DeBary 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, Port Orange Regional Library, 1005 City Center Circle, Port Orange 10 a.m. Saturdays, Sept. 16 and 23, DeBary Hall Historic Site ECHO Rangers is supported by Volusia County’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Division and coordinated by the staff of DeBary Hall Historic Site. For more information, visit www.volusia.org/echorangers or contact Tracy Mestre at 386668-3840 or tmestre@volusia. org.
NARFE to meet Sept. 18 The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Ormond Beach Chapter 2247, will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 18, at Stonewood Grill, 100 S. Atlantic (A1A) just south of Granada Boulevard. The program will feature Rose Traub, co-author of “ElderCare Simplified: A Comprehensive Manual to Guide You Through the Stages of Aging.’’ Rose also is a certified Alzheimer’s support group facilitator. Discussion will include information about the aging process, what to look for and what’s available for your loved ones. For more information, call 386-586-0253 or check the NARFE Ormond website: www. narfe.org/chapter2247/.
Pulse nightclub owner seeking second location BY PAUL BRINKMANN ORLANDO SENTINEL/TNS
ORLANDO – The owner of Pulse nightclub, where 49 people were slain in June 2016, is seeking a new location to open a new nightclub with the same name. Club owner Barbara Poma is looking for a location somewhere in central or urban Orlando, a spokeswoman said. The closed nightclub is just south of Orlando Regional Medical Center and about one mile south of City Hall. Poma’s confirmation of seeking a new location for the club comes as the first town-hall meeting for a memorial approaches on Sept. 13.
‘About healing’ Immediately after the shooting, Poma entertained the idea of trying to reopen the building on site, but a spokeswoman said that idea was quickly dropped. After Poma launched the onePulse Foundation to build a memorial and help victims, the foundation made it clear the property would include a memorial and possibly a museum. “This project is not about replacing a building or a fun hangout for the gay community,” said Jason Felts, CEO of Vir-
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from last year’s storm damage. “We are on our third contractor. We are still dealing with the aftermath of Matthew. The church had roof and structural damage. It’s a large and old building so that affects costs. Hurricane Harvey definitely shows that we must be prepared for hurricanes, especially living in Florida,” he told the Daytona Times. Mt. Bethel has been operating since 1885 and has stood at its current location since 1921.
‘Always unpredictable’ Emergency response officials say preparedness is critical. “We’ve been tracking Harvey since it first popped up weeks ago. Being in Florida and active as the ocean is right now things change quickly. The nature when it comes to tropical storms and hurricanes is there are so many factors that come into play,’’ commented Rebecca DeLorenzo, executive director of the Florida Space Coast Chapter of the Red Cross. “It’s hard to know what is really
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Pulse nightclub owner Barbara Poma tends to the memorial in front of her club on June 10 in Orlando. gin Produced and board member of onePulse Foundation, at a May announcement regarding the memorial. “This project is about healing Central Florida, the GLBT community, the Latino community.”
Some won’t return Poma is executive director of the foundation. She has said the foundation realizes there will be controversy and strong feel-
going to happen. They are always unpredictable. You never know when their paths are going to change, which could often send them here to Florida.’’ The Florida Space Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross covers Flagler, Volusia and Brevard counties.
Don’t get complacent The chapter has sent eight volunteers to help with Harvey’s aftermath to Louisiana. “We are processing and going through all of our current volunteers and deploying those that are able to do so,” noted DeLorenzo. DeLorenzo also warns the public not to get complacent. She explained, “Even looking at Matthew last year, it changed direction due to a last-minute wobble and we avoided a direct hit. Back in 2004, we had a pretty busy season here with three hurricanes back-to-back-to-back. Going so long without any direct hit makes people somewhat complacent. “Hopefully, Matthew last year and Harvey now tells all of our residents that they need to be prepared. There are tons of resources available online. Just always be ready,’’ she added.
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Children remembered Homeless children in schools also will be discussed, which affects many children in the Volusia County school system. “Things are getting worse when we talk about child poverty in the U.S. and in Florida. We know Daytona and the surrounding area has some of the highest levels of child and family homelessness, especially school age children,” Shankar-Brown noted.
Red Cross donations As of Wednesday, Harvey had led to the death of 22 people and put 32,000 in shelters in Texas alone. It also had dropped 47 inches of rain in the Houston area. Texas has called up 10,000 members of the National Guard and the number is expected to soon grow to 24,000. There are ways to help the storm victims in Texas and Louisiana from here in Florida. The Red Cross says that residents can stop by the office at 341 White Street to donate items and money as well as give blood. Money donations also can be send through the website at www.redcross.org. You can also text a donation via cell phone to harvey9099.
Prayers, donations Local clergy also are stepping in to help the relief efforts for Harvey. “As for the victims of Harvey, we are praying for them. Also, the Black Clergy Alliance is working to get donations to be able to send help to the people of Houston,” Derrick Harris, president of the Black Clergy Alliance and pastor of Master’s Domain Church of Christ, told the Times this week.
oppressive structures that create homelessness.” Shankar-Brown sees hope for the future. “One of the beacons of hope that I find is that we do have passionate individuals in our communities that do care and want to make a difference,” she said.
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“Participants will get to look into ways to start to really examine and look at all of the oppressive and systematic issues around homelessness. We will look beyond the day-to-day issues but at the systematic things that are creating homelessness,” Shankar-Brown explained. “How can we as communities start to dismantle these things and make things better for all of our brothers and sisters? This conference really gives knowledge on what homelessness is from a social justice perspective.’’
ings as the group works to commemorate victims of the nation’s worst mass shooting. Some former Pulse club-goers have yet to visit the property, citing feelings of panic or dread. Others have said they would visit a memorial on the property but not another club there. Many club-goers have called for the club to reopen, part of onePulse’s mission statement to “not let hate win.”
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Shown above are participants in a previous Homeless & Poverty Conference at Stetson University. “Children are often not a part of these conversations but need to be. This conference deals with the educational, socio and economic well-being of children as well as how communities can best support children and positively impact their lives.’’ Shankar-Brown reiterated, “We look at it from a national angle and see how it trickles down into Florida and our area. There are depressing facts. Homelessness is rising. Sometimes people just aren’t knowledgeable. They don’t really understand and just have not experienced homelessness and poverty. We must work to break down the stereotypes and false narratives that exist.”
Low jobs, high rent
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In Daytona low-paying jobs and high rent contribute to homelessness. “The minimum wage is below what someone needs to live. We also have a lack of affordable housing. You pair that with the fact that there are families with parents working that can’t afford a place to live,” Shankar-Brown emphasized. “There are single mothers working three jobs but can’t afford a place to live. It’s criminal. It calls for us to come together as a community and do something about the issue.’’
Breaking down the oppressive practices in society is the key. Shankar-Brown explained, “In reality poverty, homelessness and economic disadvantage are all tightly to other systematic oppressive mechanism like racism, sexism and more. We don’t like to think these things aren’t connected but they are, especially when you know the heritage and history of this nation. “Even education plays a part. Education opens doors but many times practices in the school system are more oppressive for those in poverty. We need to work on policies for dismantling
Plans are in the works for local municipalities to erect more shelters for the area’s homeless. Halifax Urban Ministries, a Daytona Beach-based organization, is working on Hope Place, a shelter for homeless families. “It’s vital that we have shelters. We have such a severe shortage of homeless shelters in the U.S., even in Florida,” Shankar-Brown added. “We need facilities to help those struggling and facing the harsh realities of living in homelessness. Shelters help people start to change. I would love to see our communities come together and build more family shelters, which are even at a greater lack,” added ShankarBrown. For more information on the conference or to register, visit http://www.stetson.edu/artsci/ education/home/phc.php.
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Alzheimer’s Association hopes to raise $90,000 at Daytona Beach walk
Walkers participate in a previous Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The one in Volusia is slated for Sept. 9 at Riverfront Park.
The Alzheimer’s Association has scheduled its Walk to End Alzheimer’s for Saturday, Sept. 9, at Riverfront Park in Daytona Beach. Hundreds of walkers are expected. The chapter hopes to raise approximately $90,000 in Volusia County for community programs and research in and around the area to help families and their loved ones manage the illness. “Alzheimer’s touches 5.5 million Americans, 522,000 Floridians and just over 17,000 people in the Volusia County area. I am honored to, in some small way, help our community fight this disease,” said Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood, emcee of the walk. Alzheimer’s Association CEO Kay Redington added, “The people of Volusia County work so hard every year on this event. It’s a beautiful venue with a vibrant group helping us to organize each detail. We thank the people of Daytona Beach and the greater
Volusia County area for their tireless efforts on behalf of our mission.
Millions impacted More than 5.5 million people in the United States are living with Alzheimer’s disease. In Florida, over half-a-million people are currently diagnosed. In Volusia County, there are just over 17,000 people living with Alzheimer’s. This year in America, $256 billion has been spent on care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. By the year 2050, cost of care for Alzheimer’s and dementia is projected to reach over $1.1 trillion. To combat this trajectory, the Alzheimer’s Association hosts over 600 Walks to End Alzheimer’s across the country to raise critically needed research funds to eventually prevent, treat and one-day cure this disease.
Bazaar to celebrate bald men and women
‘sea’ of bald heads, and greet everyone with love,’’ she added.
September is National Alopecia Awareness Month and bald men and women around the country will converge on Daytona Beach to attend the Bold, Beautiful & Bald Beauty Bazaar on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. The beauty bazaar will include light refreshments, clothing, makeup, wigs for men and women, music, desserts, massage, and a fashion show by Klassy Koutoure. This is the first bazaar and organizers said it will be an annual event in observance of National Alopecia Awareness Month. Attendees can enjoy an event, not
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National support Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs on the head, face and other areas of the body that affects 6.8 million people in the United States alone. “This is a locally started project, presented by Angie BEE & Bartee Productions, yet we have been supported by the National Alopecia Areata Foundation at www.NaaF.org,” Angie BEE, co-founder of the Bold Beautiful & Bald Bazaar, told the Daytona Times.
County plans Explore Volusia programs
plore Volusia programs. Environmental specialists will lead a variety of outdoor adventures on land and water.
Learn about Volusia County’s conservation lands and land management practices during free Ex-
September events • Eco-buggy tour of Deep Creek Preserve: 9 to 11
“They have sent brochures and bracelets to distribute to the first 50 bald woman that attend. They also encourage local alopecia support group members to attend and will list the event as an official awareness month national event,” she remarked. She added, “I am an ordained evangelist living in Daytona Beach Florida and I wanted to bring an event where other Alopecians like myself can shop for wigs, try makeup, enjoy music and a fashion show and shop, without feeling like the only bald woman in the room. “I will serve as MC for this event and I can’t wait to see the
a.m. Friday, Sept. 1. Learn about important plant communities during a riding tour of this 8,000-acre natural and agricultural land. Participants may see Volusia County’s endemic paw paw, carnivorous plants and Sherman’s
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Confirmed vendors, bald models and participants from Pennsylvania, Illinois, Orange City, Miami, Orlando, Apopka and South Carolina are scheduled to attend. The event will take place at the Yvonne Scarlett Golden Cultural & Educational Center,1000 Vine St., Daytona Beach. Search for the Bold Beautiful & Bald Beauty Bazaar on Facebook and Eventbrite. This event is made possible by a collaborative effort between the F.R.E.S.H. Book Festival and Angie BEE & Bartee Productions.
fox squirrels. Meet at 964 S. State Road 415, New Smyrna Beach. • DeLeon Springs paddle: 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12. View local wildlife and beautiful scenery during this leisurely paddling trip. Bring a canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard along with a life preserver and whistle. Meet at DeLeon Springs State Park, 601 Ponce de Leon Blvd., DeLeon Springs. There is a fee to enter the park. Participants may rent kayaks from the park. • International Coastal Cleanup: 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. Volunteers are needed to help remove trash from beaches, rivers and parks during the International Coastal and Halifax/Indian River cleanups. Register online at volusia.org/cleanup through Sept. 2. Bring garden gloves, drinking water and buckets for collecting trash. Wear a hat, sunscreen, comfortable clothing and outdoor footwear. • Hickory Bluff hike: 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19. Compare habitat characteristics during an upland and swamp hike of the St. Johns River watershed. Meet at Hickory Bluff Preserve, 598 Guise Road, Osteen. • Eco-buggy tour of Longleaf Pine Preserve: 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20. Take a leisurely ride through the preserve’s flatwoods, cypress domes and swamps. Participants will learn about the plants and animals of the wetlands. Meet at the east entrance, 4551 Pioneer Trail, New Smyrna Beach. • Deep Creek bike-about: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. Ride through Deep Creek Preserve and learn about the site’s forestry, agricultural history and plant communities. Bicycle helmets are required. Because the trail is unpaved, largetired bikes recommended. Meet at 964 S. State Road 415, Samsula. • Longleaf hike: 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26. Get an early start on this walk through Longleaf Pine Preserve’s flatwoods, cypress domes and swamps. Participants will learn about the connections between soils and the plant and animal communities of the wetlands. Meet at the west entrance, 3637 E. New York Ave, DeLand. • Edgewater bike-about: 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 28. Ride the paved path from Cow Creek Road to Rotary
No registration fee On Sept. 9 at Riverfront Park (located at South Beach Street and East Magnolia Avenue), walkers will begin a 3-mile inspirational walk to raise funds to further care, support and research efforts towards Alzheimer’s disease. There is no registration fee to walk. However, every participant is asked to make a personal donation towards the fight. Progressive Medical Research will be hosting a special VIP tent at the Walk to celebrate caregivers. Registration and check-in will begin promptly at 8 a.m. at South Beach Street and East Magnolia Avenue in Daytona Beach. The official ceremony begins at 9 a.m. The walk begins at 9:30 a.m. at Riverfront Park. Participants have the option of the 3-mile walk or a shorter 1-mile walk. Start or join a team by visiting act.alz.org/volusiacounty.
Angie BEE and Bartee are organizers of the Bold, Beautiful & Bald Beauty Bazaar. Tickets are on sale for $10 in advance at www.DaQueenBee. com or $15 at the door.
Park and back. During this leisurely ride participants will learn about different habitats and the organisms that live within them. Bicycle helmets are required. Meet in the parking lot on Cow Creek Road a quartermile south of State Road 442 and just east of I-95. Volusia County’s Environmental Management Division sponsors Explore Volusia to acquaint residents with the county’s diverse natural habitats and land management practices. Participants should bring water and insect repellent. They should wear comfortable clothes and hiking or walking shoes. Registration is required. Call 386-736-5927 to register for the events.
Doctor to discuss back care at Lunch N’ Lecture
Dr. Sean Gimbert will teach about “Bulletproofing Your Back” at the next Lunch N’ Lecture, set for Friday, Sept. 15. The Lunch N’ Lecture Series is offered by Palm Coast Parks & Recreation Department. The back-care lecture will be 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Palm Coast City Hall, Community Wing, 160 Lake Ave. The Lunch N’ Lecture is free, with light lunch included, but pre-registration is required by 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13. Sign up at www.palmcoastgov. com/register or call Parks & Recreation at 386-986-2323 for more information on registering. Gimbert will talk about good and bad exercises, reducing stress to the back, and good practices in and out of the workplace and home office. He will provide demonstrations on keeping one’s back healthy. He is a chiropractor at New Spring Chiropractic in Palm Coast. He also is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, where he served in several campus organizations and received the prestigious Virgil Strang Philosophy Award for exemplifying the tenants of his profession’s philosophical foundation. Today, he continues to pursue further knowledge by attending various seminars throughout the country in order to deliver high quality patient care. For more information, contact Palm Coast Parks & Recreation at 386-986-2323.
Halifax Health Hospice to host 5K Run & Walk Halifax Health - Hospice will host its 16th Annual 5K Run & Walk – Celebrating the Spirit of Caregiving on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Kenneth W. Parker Amphitheater, 2001 City Center Circle in Port Orange. It begins at 8 a.m. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Halifax Health - Hospice Family Caregiver Program. The event’s presenting sponsor is Dale’s Shoes. “We are delighted to have Dale’s Shoes return as our presenting sponsor. With their commitment to hospice and their expertise in footwear, including athletic shoes, they are a natural fit for this event,” said Mary Jo Allen, executive director for Halifax Health - Hospice.
Kiddie Dash too Race day activities include the 5K Run & Walk, which begins at 8 a.m. as well as a Veterans Community Pinning and noncompetitive 1/8-Mile Kiddie Dash at 8:45 a.m. for children 10 years of age and younger. The 5K Run & Walk is part of the Live Your Life Well Race Series and the Daytona Running Series and will be professionally chip timed. All participants are encouraged to register early. To register online, or to print a mail-in application, go to halifaxhealth.org/ hospice/5k.
How to pre-register Online registration ends on Sept. 7 at noon. Pre-registration and packet pickup will take place at the Halifax Health - Hospice Port Orange Care Center, 3800 Woodbriar Trail, on Sept. 8 from noon to 6 p.m. Race day begins with registration at 6:30 am. Registration fees through Sept. 7 are $30 for adults and $20 for youth. Registration on Sept. 8 and on the day of the event is $35 for adults and $25 for youth. Registration for the 1/8-Mile Kiddie Dash is $5 regardless of registration date. For more information, email priscilla.chanfrau@ halifax.org or call 386-4258798.
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Explaining Charlottesville to my 7-year-old Because of my work in social justice, equity and inclusion, many people believe that my children have an advanced, even adult-like understanding of these complex social issues. No. My children understand these issues the way seven-and four-year-olds would. Research shows children process and understand these issues based upon their developmental stage and positive communication with adults. Children don’t have the context we have about the world. They do not have the layered understanding that age and experience bring. At the same time, all the research says that we must talk with them about identity – race, gender, ability, class, etc., – because: They are at the optimal time in their lives to build the foundation for a lifetime of social-emotional learning; If we do not talk to them, children do not learn true empathy and they absorb the “isms” of the dominant culture. Because of our work, my husband Marc and I are often personally and professionally affected, making honest and clear communication with our children essential. Charlottesville was no exception.
Here is our approach: 1. Get the information yourself. You first need to have and absorb the facts. Because Marc and I heard it first from our colleagues at the scene of the car accident, we had time to take it all in before we heard it from the media. We spend time speaking to folks we knew in Charlottesville. If you can avoid it, try not to tell a young child about an incident like this when you are still trying to get the facts. Sometimes you must leave the room, or the house. They pick up on your wor-
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ry and uncertainty. Sometimes it translates as, “parent/caregiver is worried, so I’m not safe.” Sometimes what has happened may directly impact you and/or your child. Then it is even more important to get factual information so you can take appropriate steps. 2. Collect yourself. Once you have the information, you will have feelings. I had to do some preliminary processing before I presented the information to my child. If you can’t process alone or you are visibly upset in front of your child, NAME the emotion you are experiencing and tell the child that he or she is safe (“Mommy is so sad, but we are OK.” Or, “Daddy’s angry and we have to find a safe place.”) 3. Give yourself some talking points, a script or roadmap. You must decide what you will share and what you won’t. I decided to tell my daughter about the protest in Charlottesville, the clergy and community response, and the death. It was important to me that she know there are groups of people that don’t like “Brown” (her word) people, but that brave people stand up against hate. It was important to tell her that this struggle is historical and not separate from the books we read about the civil rights movement. Too many children are left to fill in the historical and informational blanks for themselves. We have chosen as parents to make sure we are the primary teachers about hate and oppression, and about solidarity and love.
Statues, monuments and memorials Many people are highly insulted by Confederate statues and monuments, and they want them taken down, destroyed, or both. Since the latest movement in New Orleans to eliminate these relics that commemorate folks who tried to secede from the Union – which resulted in a war that cost 700,000 lives – some Black people have been asking questions. “Is it worth it? Should we be spending our time on other things? If all the statues and monuments were eliminated tomorrow, would that help propel Black folks to a higher level in this country?”
Just my opinion Because I have never been involved in any protest or action to remove a statue, a flag, or a memorial that celebrates the Confederacy, I will not attempt to answer those questions for anyone who has or is engaged in protesting them. But I offer my personal take on the matter. Unless I was terrified by these
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inanimate objects, or they made me physically sick when I saw them, I wouldn’t care about them at all. So, I don’t care about them. But I remember how my mother hated the “lawn jockeys” we would see when as we rode in our car. She always said if she had an axe, she would stop and destroy the little Black-faced man holding the horse’s ring. I guess my mother grew up seeing those little statues in West Virginia and was told they denoted hatred for Black people.
Best time Having lived in the South during my teenage years, I experienced separate public accommodations. In 1960, I went from a majority-White school in Ohio to
When you educate a girl, you educate a nation REP. FREDERICA S. WILSON GUEST COLUMNIST
I am traveling soon with my colleagues to Nigeria, to meet some of the Chibok girls who were released after negotiations between Boko Haram and Nigerian government officials. It is my fourth trip to Nigeria since 2014, when the terrorist group abduct-
I said, “Some people don’t like ‘Brown (again, her word) people or people with different religions. They say mean things and sometimes they hurt people. Some people like that went to Charlottesville this weekend. Good people like ministers and activists went to Charlottesville to let those people know what they believed about Brown and other people was wrong. “Unfortunately, one of the ‘bad’ people hit a whole bunch of people with his car. One woman died and there are a lot people in the hospital. We are safe. We are also brave and we need to make sure we stand up to people when they do and say mean or hurtful things.” I did not use terms like “Nazis” or “White supremacists” because she doesn’t know what those words mean yet. I did not tell her that people she knew were there. At seven, the fear that would instill in her would be hard to process. A colleague of mine whom she calls her “brother” was there. I didn’t remind her that I had been involved in any way. It would be both too abstract and too scary. Had something tragic happened to someone my daughter knows, I would have told her; I would have owed her that truth. 4. Try not to invest in getting a particular response from your child. When I told my daughter, she shrugged it off. At the moment, Disney Junior was more alluring and I called her away from the fun she was having with her sister. I felt strong and prepared for questions at that moment and she simply wasn’t interested. So, of course, her interest came the next day as we were rushing to host a play date. “Mommy, so the man that got dead – was he Brown or White?” she said. After an attempt at a deep
an all-Black school in North Carolina and I liked it. Those two years were the best of my life at that time. I grew up there and realized many positive things about Black people in the South when it came to ownership, education, and selfdetermination. I was inspired, not discouraged, by what I saw in Black people. I live in South Carolina now, and I see Confederate flags on trucks, hats, shirts, and other paraphernalia. Tt doesn’t bother me a bit. As long as the person wearing that stuff leaves me and mine alone, I’m fine. I am not suggesting everyone be like me; I am just sharing my experience.
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breath, I said, “It was a woman and she was White.” “Why would they kill a White woman?” she asked. Knowing my daughter, the question was a technical one: Why would White people who don’t like “Brown” people kill White people? I kept my response short and specific. “When people hate because of something like the color of somebody else’s skin they often don’t care who they hurt.” Marc chimed in and explained that the dead woman, Heather Heyer, had been a friend to “Brown” and Black people and that friends show up to stand against hate together. This statement reflects a very important message we are instilling in our children: people aren’t friends if they don’t stand in solidarity. Raising two daughters, we are a bit wary of “fake friendships.” Fake friends get you in trouble. They leave you at parties by yourself. They are quiet when racist statements are made. They are conditional and hurtful. For a seven- year-old, that is an important learning about both friendship and racism. 5. This is a marathon, not
acy, including more than a hundred schools and more than 700 monuments. The SPLC’s list of symbols also includes street and county names, as well as parks, military bases and a broad range of other public works or spaces. The vast majority are located in states that once made up the Confederacy, though they extend north and west as well.” All those monuments and memorials, in addition to the personal relics owned by Confederate supporters, would occupy our time and energy for a very long time. Besides, to be diverted from the existential issues affecting Blacks would be hazardous.
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Substance, not symbolism
Practically speaking, Black folks could spend the better part of the next decade or two removing icons of the Confederacy. Upon our victory of doing, so we would still be at the bottom of all economic indices in this nation. According to the website fivethirtyeight.com, “...The Southern Poverty Law Center began collecting data on public displays of the Confederacy throughout the United States...they found more than 1,500 places or things commemorating the Confeder-
We can multitask; we’ve always been good at that. But we must not abdicate our responsibility to achieve real power, socially, politically, and economically. We must be more concerned and active around substance rather than symbolism. For those who want to protest monuments, please consider Selma, Alabama, where in March of every year Black folks walk across a bridge named after a staunch racist. Where’s the call to change the name of the bridge from Ed-
ed nearly 300 schoolgirls from their dormitory rooms. More than 100 of the original 276 girls are still captives. Many Chibok girls have not allowed this ordeal to diminish their determination to pursue an education. An African proverb says, “If we educate a boy, we educate one person. If we educate a girl, we educate a family and a whole nation.” Fifty percent of Nigeria’s population is female. They will ensure that their children are educated,
which will greatly benefit their families and Nigeria by equipping it with a workforce prepared to help undo the extensive damage caused by Boko Haram.
Recruiting tactic Lack of education has been a key factor in Boko Haram’s ongoing ability to successfully recruit young men and boys and continue to replenish battlefield losses incurred in battle with the Multinational Joint Task Force.
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a sprint. I am trying to raise a daughter in a world that will try to strip her of her self-confidence and dignity because of her gender and race. I want to strengthen her and prepare for the road that lies ahead. I expect her to come back with more questions, and that is okay. I want to help her through any doubts or fears she has. I want Marc and me to use our awareness as adults to build her knowledge and resilience in a way that protects her without trying to shield her completely from the world. As she grows, our conversations will be longer and richer. She will think critically, get angry and sometimes feel freedom. Someday she’ll know the world and the full ugliness of her society. She’ll know her parents’ small role in it. Sooner than I like to think, I hope she’ll fight with her whole heart for justice. To get her there, I must center her development above anything else.
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mund Pettus to, let’s say, the John R. Lewis Bridge, since he is the icon of the Selma march? Why don’t Black folks just make the change themselves in that majority-Black city with a Black mayor? Do you see the irony?
Atlanta’s problem Also consider the “monumental” problem that exists in the “Black Mecca,” Atlanta. It’s called Stone Mountain and features Lee, Davis, and Stonewall. The carving is so large that a grown man can stand inside the ear of one of the horses and is the largest Confederate monument in America. Klan associates William and Samuel Venable, bought the mountain in 1887 for $48,000 and granted permission to Helen Plane to create her vision of a Confederate memorial carved in stone. As I always say, “Ownership is key.”
James E. Clingman is the nation’s most prolific writer on economic empowerment for Black people. His latest book, “Black Dollars Matter! Teach Your Dollars How To Make More Sense,” is available on his website, Blackonomics.com, and Amazon Kindle eBooks. Click on this commentary at www.daytonatimes. com to write your own response.
While the insurgents teach boys that “Western education is sinful,” educated mothers are living examples of the critical role education plays in determining one’s future success. Those boys grow up viewing a world full of possibility and opportunities and are therefore extremely unlikely to see the appeal of becoming a terrorist.
Frederica Wilson represents Florida’s 24th congressional district.
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ine Waters (D-Calif.), whose “reclaiming my time” proclamation during a recent hearing in Congress went viral, was honored for her service and leadership in the Black community; Waters received the “Social Humanitarian” award. “I want you to know that if it was not for the love and respect shown to me by Black women, those right-wing ultra conservatives would have me believe I’m too Black, I’m too confrontational, I’m too tough, and I’m too disrespectful of them,” Waters said. “But, now I know I’m simply a strong, Black woman.” Music legend Roberta Flack, pop star Solange Piaget Knowles, “Insecure” producer and star Issa Rae and the uber-successful businesswoman Suzanne Shank also were honored.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters was honored at “Black Girls Rock! 2017.”
BET celebrates Black women at awards show
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During a star-studded showcase of social activism, creativity and courage, BET celebrated the achievements of Black women and girls at the “Black Girls Rock! 2017” awards show. Taraji P. Henson, the awardwinning actress and star of the hit television show “Empire,” hosted the event that was held at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey. Henson said that “Black Girls Rock! 2017” honored Black women and girls from the boardroom to the block on stage and onscreen. “There are so many examples of gorgeous Black women changing the world and perceptions of beauty,” said Henson. The “Empire” star and Washington, D.C. native said that the event was dedicated to Black love and “the fearless women, who remind us every day, that the sky is not the limit, it’s only the view.”
Waters honored
Taraji P. Henson was the host of “Black Girls Rock! 2017.” Honorees included singer Roberta Flack and businesswoman Suzanne Shank.
“Black Girls Rock! 2017” featured entertainers, philanthropists, community leaders and athletes; Anthony Hamilton, India.Arie, SZA and Tyrese performed. Congresswoman Max-
DuVernay, Oyelowo united in the struggle By all accounts, 2012 was supposed to be Ava DuVernay’s year. Her breakout sophomore feature, “Middle of Nowhere,” nabbed best director at Sundance and bountiful critical praise. But as the film’s male lead David Oyelowo can attest, there was still a struggle. “There were other directors who were of a different gender and different race, who went on to great things immediately after their films had done the same (festival) route,” he said. “Ava was not getting the phone calls — not from agencies, TV channels, studios or other production companies.” Five years later — after the pair reunited on the Oscar-nominated best picture entry “Selma” — DuVernay is an in-demand filmmaker responsible for both the hit TV series “Queen Sugar” and the upcoming big-budget Disney feature “A Wrinkle in Time.” We spoke to Oyelowo about DuVernay then and now. Q: What comes to mind when you think of “Middle of Nowhere”? A: We made that film for $200,000, very minimal resources. I was playing a bus driver, and we had this bus that really should’ve been condemned. It barely went and we were driving this thing around South-Central L.A. My fondest memory is the moment I have with Emayatzy (Corinealdi) at the back of the bus, and (cinematographer) Bradford Young and his leg-
‘Born with style’ On the red carpet, before the show, Sports Illustrated model Ebonee Davis said that Black women and girls are often told that they’re not good enough. “These barriers that society has...I just want to break all of that down and I want [Black women] to realize how beautiful and how powerful we are,” said Davis. R&B singer Ne-Yo said that Black girls rock, because they have passion, integrity and class. “We’re born with style, we’re born with swag we’ve got that coming out of the womb, but passion and integrity and class are things you choose to have, as a woman,” said the World of Dance judge. Actress Michelle Mitchenor said that the strength of Angela Davis and Harriet Tubman runs through the veins of today’s Black women that lead movements, start their own businesses and run major corporations. “Realize and understand your worth,” said Mitchenor. “We are beautiful and we rock!”
Daytona State conducting open auditions for ‘Christmas Carol’
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A biography posted on the “Black Girls Rock” website said that, “Shank co-founded a trillion-dollar municipal finance firm, Siebert Cisneros Shank & Co., L.L.C., from the ground up. She is CEO and chairwoman of the company. Her firm has transacted $1.4 trillion of municipal bonds and more than $1.1 trillion of corporate bond and equity transactions since its founding in 1996.” The biography continued: “Shank is the most successful African-American women on Wall Street and continues to grow her business with her niche. If a city or state needs funding for infrastructure or environment developments, her firm is their first choice. Suzanne Shank took on Wall Street and is dominating.”
The Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment and Art at Daytona State College will hold open auditions for “A Christmas Carol’’ by Milton Granger, from 4:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at the DSC News-Journal Center, 221 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach. The operetta style musical will be directed by Samantha Stern, associate professor at Daytona State, with musical direction from Dr. Jean Hickman, associate professor of Choral/Vocal Music. Women, men and children of all ages are invited to audition for this festive production base on the novel by Charles Dickens. Ebenezer Scrooge, an old man transforms his miserly ways after four ghostly visits one Christmas Eve.
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Ava DuVernay and David Oyelowo are shown at the 32nd Annual Film Independent Spirit Awards at Beach on Feb. 25in Santa Monica, Calif. endary beard were behind the camera. We were so jammed in there that I could feel his beard tickling my arm during this take while Ava is hovering above his shoulder giving me direction, and Emayatzy and I were sweating (laughs). It was guerrilla filmmaking at its best. Q: Could you have predicted the gravitas DuVernay now has in the industry?
A: I couldn’t have predicted it would have happened as quickly as it has, but it fills my heart with joy. I can remember very specific phone calls — Ava and I have the kind of calls that mean our batteries consistently die on us — about how we can shift our industry to accommodate us. Definitely things have shifted, and she’s an enormous part of that.
Participants should prepare a one-minute excerpt from a classical musical theater show and bring sheet music and/or CD with instrumentals (a piano accompanist will be available at the audition). In addition, participants should take a headshot and resume and have their fall/ winter schedule handy. Call-backs may be held the same evening and/or later that week. Show dates are Dec. 1-10 (some matinee and evening performances). Rehearsals will be held afternoons and evenings starting sometime in September. For more information about the auditions, call 386-226-1903 or email Samantha.Stern@DaytonaState.edu.
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Create a plan for safety FAMILY FEATURES
Disasters can happen anywhere and at any time, and the emergency situations that follow can typically involve lifealtering decisions, actions and consequences. No matter what region you and your family live in and regardless of which large-scale threat your area could be subject to, being prepared is crucial to handling these frightening situations in a proper manner. Following these tips can help you be ready for emergency scenarios. Understand potential threats. The starting point for building a preparedness plan is knowing what to prepare for depending on your geographical region, time of year and many other factors. For example, some families may need to be ready for an earthquake while people thousands of miles away need to think about the possibility of tornadoes. Communication is key. Put into place a family communication plan that everyone frequently reviews for understanding. Knowing where to be, where your family members are and what everyone needs to do can be the difference between thinking clearly and making poor decisions. This also includes making certain that all family members have important phone numbers written down, saved or memorized. Create a kit. What belongs in your emergency kit depends largely on the scenario you’re preparing for, but regardless of the situation, having the necessary supplies in one place can come in handy. Material items like flashlights, batteries, cellphone chargers, extra cash, maps, blankets and medical supplies are nearly universal in their usefulness for emergencies. Adding a similar emergency kit to your car could be useful, as well. Prepare nutrition. Keep a ready supply of nonperishable snacks and drinks. If you were to lose power, you’ll want to avoid opening the refrigerator, which releases trapped cold air and reduces the amount of time food will store safely without spoiling. After most perishables are exposed to temperatures over 40 F for two hours, you’ll need to discard them, though a full, sealed freezer can hold its temperature for up to 48 hours. Learn safety practices. All members of the family can learn how to administer first-aid or CPR in case of a health emergency or a situation that requires quick medical attention. Emergencies can easily go from bad to worse without proper training. Store important documents. Keeping important paperwork and documents in a secure, accessible location is vital in case of an emergency that would cause evacuation. Birth certificates, insurance policies, deeds and titles, plus any other financial documents could make an evacuation, short-term or longterm, that much easier to handle. Ideally, they should be stored in a fire-proof safe in an easily accessible area of the home. Stay informed. When it appears that an emergency could be looming, such as a severe weather situation, make sure to turn on a TV for news updates or a weather radio to stay in tune with your surroundings. Finding information online with a laptop or cellphone can be helpful as well, but make sure to keep devices charged in case of a power outage. While disasters and the emergencies that accompany them can be difficult to think about, planning for them is one of the best ways to keep your family safe. Find more emergency preparedness tips at eLivingToday.com.
Severe storm prep Storm season may bring welcome rain, but some storms are strong enough to pack a dangerous punch. Planning ahead for this year’s wicked weather can help ensure you’re ready to weather whatever Mother Nature throws at you. Make sure your family is ready for bad weather and potential power loss with these tips: 1. Ensure there is a working flashlight in every room, so you can safely navigate no matter what time of day the power fails or where you are. Check the battery terminals for any signs of damage or corrosion, and replace old batteries to give you the fullest charge possible. Also invest in a quality lantern or two, so if you have to hunker down for a while, you can do so with the comfort of some farreaching light. After all, reading or playing board games is no fun by flashlight. 2. If you have advance warning of a coming storm, unplug devices that are especially susceptible to powerrelated damage, such as TVs and computers. In the event of storms that crop up suddenly or while you’re away from home, it’s best to keep major electronics like TVs, computers and printers plugged into a surge protector to prevent damage from flickering power or a surge when the power is restored.
3. Add a backup power source. Portable generators can provide essential power during a sustained power outage. An option like the Briggs & Stratton Q6500 QuietPower Series inverter generator delivers plenty of power to keep essential appliances and electronics running for up to 14 hours on a single tank of gas. The quiet, lightweight generator has four GFCI 120V-20A outlets, one 120V-240V locking outlet and two USB outlets for flexibility to power whatever you need most. Learn more at briggsandstratton.com and visit TakeYourGeneratorOutside. com to learn more about safely operating a portable generator. 4. During a storm, keep the family together in one safe location. That way you can quickly communicate if you need to make an abrupt change, such as taking more protective cover. It also minimizes the possibility of injury from making your way through the home in the dark trying to locate family members. Severe seasonal storms are the norm across many parts of the country. Planning ahead for potential problems, like power outages, can help ensure you weather the storm safely.
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Halifax and Taylor square off during a game at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex.
Taylor starts football season with big win over Halifax BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES
The Taylor Wildcats ran past the Halifax Academy Knights by a score of 43-6 at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex in the past week. The football game was one of the official season openers in the area. The Taylor Wildcats’ attack of Vicandi Ward (77 passing yards one TD, 55 rushing yards, one TD), Akevious Williams (117 rushing yards 1 TD) and Jalen Reeves (89 rushing yards, two TDs) was too much for the Knights. Williams’ 65-yard touchdown gave the Wildcats a 22-0 second quarter advantage. Taylor scored 30 points in the second quarter and led 36-0 at halftime forcing a running clock for the second half. “I took a time out and got us settled down. We started playing smart football in that second quarter. We had to respect Halifax, which is a much improved team. We started executing and making plays,” commented Taylor Head Coach Antuarn Williams.
‘A wakeup call’ Halifax’s lone score came in the fourth quarter on a four-yard run from Clive Vernon. “We knew coming off the win last week in the Kickoff Classic that we had a false sense of how good we were. This game is a wakeup call for us,” said Halifax Head Coach Shamus Dougherty. The Knights forced the Wildcats into three fumbles in the first quarter but couldn’t capitalize. “That was huge in this ball game. We just have to play more aggressive, especially on the offensive line,” remarked Halifax Defensive Coordinator Matt Timmons. Toure Mack, Khyrie Isaac and Jude Thorne all stood out for Halifax.
Game analysis Despite the second quarter, the game was close. Halifax not capitalizing on three early Taylor turnovers was huge. The Wildcats’ depth at the skill positions showed and their defensive front gave the Knights offensive line fits. Taylor could compete for the postseason. The Knights have skilled players of their own. Halifax is still figuring things out.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS They can still string together some wins. Player of the game: Taylor Junior Quarterback Vicandi Ward What to expect from Taylor the rest of 2017: Williams said, “We will show up, play hard and play disciplined football. When we play, we will show people how much fun we are having. We have depth. We are looking to win and make the playoffs.” What to expect from Halifax the rest of 2017: Dougherty said, “I think you will see a lot of growth. In a few weeks, this will be a different team. We will be hungry. We are young but still learning. High school is different from Pop Warner. I think we’ll be OK and happy with the results by the end of the year.”
Halifax’s Clive Vernon looks for running room against Taylor’s defense.
Mainland tops DeLand; FPC beat Matanzas Mainland’s defense shut out DeLand on Aug. 25 by a score of 24-0. Jake Novello threw for 101 yards and a score for Mainland. Brian Jenkins had eight catches for 92 yards and D’Marcus Adams three receptions for 88 yards for the Buccaneers. Lemon Campbell threw for 61 yards and Mathew Bailey had seven catches for 49 yards for DeLand. Head Coach Travis Roland got a day early birthday present and began his era off with a bang as Palm Coast beat cross-town rival Matanzas 35-14 in front of more 5,000-plus fans last Friday. Donovan Montoyo ran for 83 yards with two touchdowns for Flagler Palm Coast (FPC0. The Bulldogs defense held the Pirates under 100 yards.
Other scores Warner 32, Eagle’s View 16; Trinity 42, Orlando Christian Prep 0; Pine Ridge 41, Father Lopez 11; Lyman 61, Atlantic 0; Spruce Creek 42, Seabreeze 0; New Smyrna 40, Titusville Astronaut 20; Deltona 21, Mt. Dora 14; Dr. Phillips 24, University 21.
This week’s top games St John’s Bartram Trail (0-1) at Mainland (1-0): A big early test and measuring stick for the Mainland Buccaneers who want to know how close they are to a state title. Mainland has some injuries on the offensive line. Will the Bucs’ defense remain dominant and contain the Bears
Taylor’s Daniel Gemeinhardt (10) shakes off Halifax Academy’s Ronquiese Williams (5). QB Joey Gatewood? Can Mainland give its quarterback time to find his talented receivers? Flagler Palm Coast (1-0) at New Smyrna Beach (1-0): Both teams won last week and both expect a fight this week. Both teams get to see how improved they are. Skilled position depth could decide this one just as much as play in the trenches. This could be one of most competitive games this week. Deltona Trinity (1-0) at Taylor (1-0): An intriguing matchup between small schools. Both teams have skilled players. Who makes the big plays will determine the outcome.
Prep Sports Seven 1. Mainland (1-0), 2. Spruce Creek (1-0), 3. University (0-1), 4. Deltona (1-0), 5. Flagler Palm Coast (1-0), 6. Trinity (1-0) 7. Taylor (1-0).
Halifax Academy’s D.J. Kilgore escapes pressure from the Taylor defense.
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AUGUST 31 – SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 from the hotel, join her. She toured the public areas of the hotel and then randomly picked three hotel rooms to check. “If you have a good team in place, you shouldn’t be scrambling,” Villegas said about the hotel.
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A Volusia County woman who has worked at AAA for three years as an inspector, visits Aloft Orlando Downtown on a recent afternoon for a hotel inspection.
Going behind the scenes with an AAA hotel inspector BY GABRIELLE RUSSON ORLANDO SENTINEL/TNS
She lifts up the toilet-seat cover and handles the TV remote in a downtown Orlando hotel room, knowing full well she would use hand sanitizer later. She also travels to new cities, eats at fancy restaurants and checks into hotels — all while making sure her identity isn’t leaked. The AAA inspector aims to be an independent voice as she reviews hotels and restaurants for the public. AAA allowed a Sentinel reporter to shadow her as long as she was not named because of the nature of her job.
Unbiased review In an era of Yelp and Google reviews, the public is empowered to shout their opinions on establishments. Terrible service! The food was cold! Don’t stay in this dump! I love this place! That’s why it’s important for travelers to get an unbiased review, said Mark Jenkins, a spokesman for AAA-The Auto Club Group. “They can count on knowing what review they are seeing is legitimate, not from someone who has an agenda,” Jenkins said. In turn, it also gives feedback to the hotel and restaurant owners on how to improve.
The woman is one of about 45 inspectors for AAA who visit establishments across North America.
59,000 approvals Last year, AAA approved 59,000 hotels and restaurants while 1,185 others failed their inspections, according to the company, which declined to say how much the inspector job pays. The Volusia County inspector alone conducted 982 on-site inspections in 2016 as she covers Central and North Florida primarily. While plenty of travel reviews exist in publications, Jenkins said what makes AAA stand out from
its competitors is their national scope. The reviews can be found on AAA’s website or its app. A good inspection shows a hotel is clean, the rooms are inviting and everything is running smoothly.
Arrived unannounced There are also horror stories about the bad inspections over the years: A handgun found in the sofa cushions, discarded needles or dirty magazines and a pyramid of empty beer cans stacked in connecting hotel rooms. On a recent August afternoon, there were no terrible surprises as the woman — known by her inspector number, 591 — toured Aloft Orlando Downtown. Normally when inspectors stay overnight, they book rooms under their friends or family members’ names. But since this was a day inspection, she showed up at the hotel unannounced and let Mario Villegas, a relaxed chief engineer
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One of the first places the inspector surveyed was the pool, where a woman was sunbathing in a bikini. Bonus point — an inviting patio overlooking the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. “I could see this being a cool spot,” the inspector said as music played and lights were strung up near brightly colored chairs. Her eyes locked in on a towel left out under a bench. “That needs to be addressed,” she told Villegas. In the guest rooms, she pulled back the sheets on the bed to look for mysterious stains and checked for dust along the walls. “I come and inspect with my hands, my eyes and my nose,” she said. Dog dishes and a fluffy pup bed were set aside in a pet-friendly room — another positive, she noted, snapping a photograph. Nothing suspicious. No red flags, at least on this day.
Nice assignments For the inspector whose daughter is grown, she enjoys the job that led her to Mexico, New York and Canada on inspection assignments. Her credentials include a career working in the hospitality industry and a bachelor’s degree in business administration at Georgia State University. “I’m single. I don’t have anything tying me down at home at this stage in my life,” said the woman who has been an inspector for three years. “I wanted to travel and see things. It’s been pretty amazing.” With that, the inspection was over — not that the easygoing Villegas was sweating it. The hotel will maintain its three-diamond rating at AAA. The inspector thanked Villegas for his time. See you again within 12 months, she promised.