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Investigation clears Henry of elections charges
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Mayoral candidate responds to dropped inquiry by State Attorney’s Office BY JAMES HARPER DAYTONA TIMES harperjames59@yahoo.com
There’s insufficient evidence to show that Derrick Henry violated election laws in his campaign for mayor, the State Attorney’s office has concluded. “After a thorough investigation by the Office of R.J. Larizza, State Attorney of the 7th Judicial Circuit, a decision has been made that no charges will be filed regarding the
allegations brought forth by the Supervisor of Elections for Volusia County, Ann McFall,” spokesperson Klare Ly said in a press release Wednesday. “There is insufficient evidence to support claims that Daytona Beach Mayoral Candidate Derrick Henry violated any elections laws regarding absentee ballots and voters registration forms,” Ly added.
‘Timely closure’ After learning last Thursday that Henry would not face charges, the mayoral candidate’s campaign issued this statement: “A few months ago Ann McFall, the Volusia County Supervisor of
Elections, made statements to various media outlets regarding Derrick Henry’s campaign for Daytona Beach Mayor. “At that point in time, Mr. Henry reDerrick spectfully requestHenry ed the Supervisor of Elections to turn her purported ‘inquiry’ over to the State Attorney’s Office. Mr. Henry is pleased to announce that “I have willingly met with the Office of State Attorney R.J. Larizza and they have concluded that I am not a suspect of any violation related to absentee ballots or voter registrations.”
The statement from Henry’s campaign added, “I would like to thank the State Attorney’s Office for bringing timely closure to this matter so I can continue to run a positive and successful campaign.’’ McFall chose not to comment on the matter to the Daytona Times.
Authorized agent In a memo that was part of the report involving the Henry case, Assistant State Attorney Christopher Walker said, “These allegations stemmed from the submission of absentee ballots and voter registration cards procured or submitted with the assistance of
14 churches are ready to march to the polls
From left to right are Malcolm Crafton (black belt), sensei Tony Cowell (thirddegree black belt) and DeVine Lents (brown belt), Schetonia Cowell (brown belt) is in front.
BY JAMES HARPER DAYTONA TIMES harperjames59@yahoo.com
PHOTO COURTESY OF TONY COWELL
An alternate sport for Midtown kids
Tony Cowell ready to make difference as karate teacher BY JAMES HARPER DAYTONA TIMES harperjames59@yahoo.com
When Tony Cowell isn’t driving trucks for a living, the Daytona Beach resident is teaching karate. Cowell says he teaches karate to bring awareness about the sport and to get more of the community and inner-city children involved in something that’s productive and worthwhile and keeps them off
Daytona Mayoral candidate Derrick Henry. “There was insufficient evidence to support claims that Mr. Henry violated any elections laws regarding these absentee ballots and voters registration forms for his constituents.” The investigation noted that Henry is an authorized thirdparty registration agent, allowing him to collect voter registration applications. “There was insufficient evidence to prove beyond and to the exclusion of very reasonable doubt the guilt of any of the individuals applying for the absentee ballots or voter registrations in questions,’’ Walker added.
the streets. “I consider all the students as my kids whenever they are in my presence. They are my kids. I protect them. I look out for them and I teach them,” Cowell said, noting that he has been practicing karate for 40 years and teaching it for 15 years. Cowell also teaches a selfdefense/exercise class for women.
Builds confidence He says karate is an individual sport that builds confidence and self-esteem in all areas of life – whether it is for other sports or for a physically
demanding job. His classes are taught on the third floor of Master’s Domain Church of God in Christ on Bay Street. The pastor of the church, located in downtown Daytona Beach, is Superintendent Derrick Harris. Cowell says he is looking for a new location that is more visible to the public. Cowell was born in Brooklyn, New York, and came to Florida in 1989. He started out in Miami than eventually made his way to Daytona Beach. He had been a single parent for almost 20 years until he met Sharonda Irvin, whom he calls his best friend. She works as a recreational leader at the John H. Dickerson Center. They were married a year ago. Upon arriving in Daytona Beach, Cowell met Larry Jones and Kareem Brown and begin working out with them. He became a member of karate teams. “Karate teaches me to be more self-aware about my surroundings and the people that I come in contact with,” he explained.
Good workout Cowell says karate works on the physical and mental aspects of the body asa whole. “It teaches you respect, confidence and is a builder of selfesteem as well,” he continued. Cowell said those who participate in his class will get a good workout and knowledge of the sport. There also are competitions across the state such as the Gator Nationals held in Daytona Beach. “We also compete in tournaments outside of the state,” he added. The cost of his classes ranges from $65 dollars per month for one child to $165 for five ore more children. Classes take place Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for younger kids. On Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Cowell teaches the women’s self-defense/exercise classes. For more information, 386236-9263 or send an email to CowellS@CODB.US.
Dr. L. Ronald Durham said plans are full steam ahead for a combined churches’ “Souls to the Polls” march scheduled Sunday, Oct. 28. A planning meeting took place at Greater Friendship Baptist Church on Oct. 11. Durham said local pastors or their representatives attended the meeting along with staff members from Organizing for America, local NAACP President Cynthia Slater as well Ann McFall, Volusia County’s Supervisor of Elections. “We agreed to gather on the steps of the Volusia County Courthouse at 1:30 p.m. next to Jackie Robinson Ballpark. There will be a brief 10-15 minute opening program to include “Why We Are Here,” Durham said this week. “After the program we will march from the courthouse to the City Island library to vote,” Durham added.
Marching churches Churches participating thus far are Greater Friendship Baptist Church, Tubman-King Community Church, Allen Chapel AME Church, New Life Ministries, Stewart Memorial United Methodist Church, Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, Hope Fellowship Church, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Divine Deliverance Church, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, St. Timothy’s Church, Morning Star Baptist Church, New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, and New St. James Baptist Church. Durham said older seniors or handicapped persons should be dropped off directly at the library at 1:30 p.m. Churches and individuals should use the courthouse parking lot if marching, and reserve library parking for the elderly and handicapped. Please see MARCH, Page 2
Police chief, pastor to participate in fashion show to help college, homeless A fashion show sponsored by the Women’s Missionary Union of Greater Friendship Church of Daytona Beach is scheduled to feature Daytona Beach Police Chief Mike Chitwood as well as the church’s pastors and other local professionals. The event takes place Sunday, Oct. 21, at Belk’s Pavilion in Port Orange.
Pat Bennett, an organizer of the event said part of the proceeds from the event would go to Florida Memorial University in Miami to help students attend the school.
Deep discounts Those who attend also are asked to take used clothing to the event that will be donated to the homeless and those in need.
They also will be allowed to shop after the show and will receive a 20 percent discount on purchases. Bennett added those who donate an article of clothing will receive an additional 20 percent off of their purchases. Among the models in the fashion show, which will feature men and women are: Chitwood; Or-
mond Beach ophthalmologist Dr. Allen Jackson; the Rev. L. Ronald Durham, pastor of Greater Friendship; and attorney Steven R. Robinson. Tickets for the 7 to 10 p.m. fundraiser are $10 and include food served by local participating restaurants. For more information, call 386- Mike Chitwood 252-0322 or 386-774-2171.
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The Choice Christian Workshop Center, under the direction of Prophetess Deborah Ford and Deacon Harold Ford, will present Prophetic Conference 2012. The theme of the event, which will take place Oct. 25-27, is “A Time for Impartation.’’ The church is located at 327 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Services will Sheila start at 7 p.m. each night. Turner The conference is free and open to the entire family. Featured speakers will include: • Thursday night, Dr. Linda Roberts, Power Pack Outreach Ministries, Claxton, Ga. • Friday night, Prophetess Carolyn Foxx, Shield of Faith Ministries, Deltona. • Saturday Noon Prayer Luncheon speaker is Sheila Turner. Prophetess Ford is the conference host and will speak Saturday night. For more information, visit Deborahefordministries.org or email Ford at drdeborahford@yahoo.com.
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The giveaway is aimed at preschool and elementary school children. The helmets will be available in three sizes: small, medium and large. They will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact DBPD at 386-671-5406 or e-mail JEM@dbpd.com. •••
Church to host program for veterans The Brotherhood of Greater Friendship Baptist Church is celebrating veterans on Sunday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day. “We are asking all veterans to come and worship with us and let us as a church and a community say thanks for your service to God and country,” said Minister Tommie Robinson. Robinson said veterans should wear something from their time in service or a cap to identify which branch of service they were in. U.S. Army Captain Craig Robinson, pastor of New St. James Daytona Beach, will deliver the message at the 10:45 service. A free breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. The church is located at 539 George Engram Blvd. For further information, call 386-7957770.
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DBPD, Amscot to give away Services being held at Hampton Inn free bicycle helmets Free bicycle helmets for children will be given away Oct. 20 by the Daytona Beach Police Department and Amscot Financial Services. The helmets will be handed out between 9 a.m. and noon at 979 W. International Speedway Blvd.
MARCH from Page 1 Students to follow Bethune-Cookman University students will be following the example of area church leaders and are planning a march to the polls on Oct. 29. The details of the march weren’t available by the Daytona Times’ press time.
Dr. Silas Johnson and Dr. Jennifer Johnson have announced the opening of the Full Counsel Bible Fellowship Campus at The Hampton Inn in Daytona Beach at 1715 W. International Speedway Blvd. For more information, call 501-7910600.
Davita Bonner, director of Career Services at B-CU works closely with the students and confirmed there was a meeting this week to discuss the march. She would only say that it is tentatively scheduled for Oct. 29. During a campus event on Sept. 15 featuring actress Keke Palmer, Obama for America volunteers were on hand and said their goal was to register 2,000 B-CU students to vote in the Nov.
6 general election. At the event, an Obama for America spokesman said 750 students had been registered. There were 1,300 new freshman enrolled at the school this fall with the majority of them staying on campus. That qualified them to be eligible to use their campus addresses as their permanent addresses to register to vote and vote as Daytona Beach residents if they choose to do so.
Henry Platform for our City’s Core: a Plan to imProve tHe Heart of tHe City • Supports a city staff ‘Live here, work here’ requirement. • Supports an improved Local Preference Ordinance for city contracts. • Supports expanding the city’s events in the urban core, including the expansion of Bike Week down ISB. • Supports a true community-based mentoring program that brings the Midtown and Scarlett Golden Centers to life using students from BCU, ERAU and DSC. • Supports a budget that adequately staffs both Community Centers and does not overcharge residents for use of city facilities. • Supports hiring practices in the city that reflect our 36% AfricanAmerican population, a goal emphasized during Mayor Yvonne Scarlet Golden’s tenure. • Supports a Mary McLeod Bethune Festival similar to the Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts in Eatonville. • Supports the restoration of Orange Avenue.
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Compiled by the Daytona Times Church to host Harvest Festival The Lake Helen United Methodist Church, located at the corner of Lakeview and W. Delaware Avenues, will host its annual Harvest Festival Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fundraiser will coincide with the church’s Pumpkin Patch, open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. that day. More information: 386-228-2345. Child, babysitting certification Friday Deltona Fire and Rescue will offer a child and babysitting safety class from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 19 at Deltona Fire Station 61, 1685 Providence Blvd. The program is for ages 11-15 and covers common safety practices for caring for
children and first-aid procedures. Cost is $25 per person and includes refreshments. RSVP at jcaine@deltonafl.gov or 386-575-6907. Learn how to use library when closed Learn how to take advantage of Volusia County’s public library branches 24/7 during a free workshop at 5 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Daytona Beach Regional Library at City Island. More information: 386-2576036. Center plans free tennis tourney The Friends of Tennis will present a Flagler Early Learning Day at the Palm Coast Tennis Center Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event will
be a free “round-robin” tennis tournament. Children also can take part in the Pre-Halloween “Trunk or Treat.” Pink Walk/Run this weekend Vince Carter’s Restaurant and the Embassy of Hope Foundation will join together to host the Second Annual Pink Walk/ Run Oct. 20 at Vince Carter’s Restaurant, 2150 LPGA Blvd. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Halifax Health – Center for Oncology. To register, contact Tammy at VCPinkWalk@gmail.com or call 386-290-7162. Haunted house at Lilian Place The Heritage Preservation Trust of Volusia County is hosting the Ghost Stories and Folklore of Lilian Place and Daytona Beach Tour this month. Tours will be Friday and Saturday nights, Oct. 19, 20, 26 and 27 from 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tickets are $10. Lilian Place is at 111 Silver Beach Ave. More information: www. heritagepreservationtrust.org or 386-299-5628.
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Blacks ignored and taken for granted What will it finally take for Black people to accept the fact that we have no real political clout? A little influence, yes, but no power. If our voting bloc were as strong as we like to think, the Republicans would not ignore us and the Democrats would not take us for granted. If we had real political power, both Mitt Romney and Barack Obama would have accepted the invitation by the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), NAACP, American Urban Radio Network, MSNBC-TV, and the Grio, to a debate at Lincoln University on October 9. But both candidates declined. Yet, Romney did more than a half-hour and Obama did an hour on the Spanish-language TV network, Univision, both answering questions specifically related to Hispanics. Jewish people always get their audience with the candidates, and the gay groups never fail to get their face-time with the president – Romney won’t have anything to do with them – but Black folks never get the same positive response when it comes to being included in such events. Ever wonder why?
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tool for the politicians. This higher role can be played not by parking all of the votes of a race on one side of the fence as both Blacks and Whites have done in the South, but by independent action.” Malcolm X characterized the same principle in more colorful words. He said, “Any time you throw your weight behind a political party that controls two thirds of the government, and that party can’t keep the promise that it made to you during election time, and you are dumb enough to walk around continuing to identify yourself with that party, you’re not only a chump, but you’re a traitor to your race.” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. also said, “The emergency we now face is economic, and it is a desperate and worsening situation.” He was talking about “silver” rights, not civil rights. Not only can we not afford to wait, we can no longer afford, as if we ever could, to be ignored and taken for granted.
from political debates, as scripted as they have become. But it would be nice to have the candidates discuss specific Black issues every now and then. It would be great to see several, not just one, Black reporter asking both candidates questions relevant to Black people. You know, the way the Hispanic and Jewish people do. So what does all of this mean? Is it that Blacks are willing to accept symbolism and platitudes over substance and pragmatism? Does it mean that we are willing to do the opposite of what MLK decried when he wrote the book, “Why We Can’t Wait?’’ King opposed the gradualist approach to the work in which he was engaged, noting that Black people had been waiting for 300 years and could ill-afford to continue to keep Jim Clingman is an adjunct waiting. professor at the University of Cincinnati and can be reached Independent action through his website, blackoHistorian Carter G. Woodson nomics.com. Click on this story We can’t wait wrote, “The Negro should endeav- at www.daytonatimes.com to Not that we learn anything new or to be a figure in politics, not a write your own response.
Social Security saves 30 percent of retired Blacks from poverty Although many Americans are living longer, a new public policy analysis reveals that a disproportionate number of older people are also living in poverty – particularly if they are a person of color. According to the AARP Public Policy Institute, Social Security keeps about 30 percent of AfricanAmericans and Hispanics retirees from poverty. Yet another 20 percent of these two groups at ages 65 or older, live in poverty at a rate that is double that of Whites. The reasons for these disparities are tied to multiple factors. Years of working for lower wages do not allow for aggressive savings or investment portfolios. Additionally, many people of color have held jobs that did not provide for pensions or retirement accounts. For other workers whose employers provided some kind of retirement plan, often the benefits are smaller.
Asians best off Among all people of color, AARP found that higher-income AsianAmericans were the most likely to receive diversified incomes in retirement years that included interest, dividends and rental income from assets. For Black and Latino retirees, more than a quarter eventually rely on Social Security for 90 percent
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of their family income, says AARP. According to the report, “The median annual Social Security family income of older minorities is roughly 26 percent lower than that of older whites.” The worst disparities in Social Security benefits were found in comparing women by race and marital status. Never-married African-American women usually receive benefits at much lower rates than married women of color. By contrast, older White women regardless of marital status received benefits at much similar rates to White men.
When to retire Fortunately, the Social Security Administration provides options to increase the amount of monthly benefits by determining the best time to retire. For example, most consumers can receive Social Security benefits as early as age 62. The tradeoff is that the monthly payments will be lower than those choosing to wait for full benefits.
Full retirement age changes started taking effect in 2000, and will change gradually from age 65 to age 66 or 67, depending on date of birth. For those born between 1945 and 1954, full retirement age is 66. Regardless of when people choose to retire, Social Security recipients are eligible for cost-ofliving adjustments (COLAs). After no COLAs were offered in 2010 or 2011, this year retirees will receive a 3.6 percent adjustment. Last week, the Labor Department indicated an estimated 2013 increase will be in the range of 1.5-1.7 percent. Anyone planning to retire is advised to contact Social Security three months before the date desired for benefits to begin. According to AARP, “Social Security is and will continue to be the main source of income for low- and moderate-wage retirees; but improvements in other programs would alleviate poverty and income insecurity among older Americans.”
Charlene Crowell is a communications manager with the Center for Responsible Lending. She can be reached at charlene. crowell@responsiblelending. org. Click on this story at www. daytonatimes.com to write your own response.
Is Israel bullying Obama? A “power politics” move is currently at play that could set the stage for the end of the world. What is your perspective on whether Iran is seeking a nuclear weapon? Or, are Americans, President Barack Obama, and the Western world being bum rushed into military adventurism? Do you understand that the fate of the species is at stake? Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says Israel is “bullying the United States” over the alleged threat of an Iranian nuclear weapon by using the prospect of an Israeli military attack on Iran to force President Obama into military action. Considered persona non grata among Westerners, at the 67th U.N. General Assembly in New York, Ahmadinejad made what is likely his final address to the world body. As in previous years, Ahmadinejad assailed the United States, Israel and Europe, and called for a new world order.
Marching orders He also said, “Americans should be insulted if their government takes marching orders from Israel.” Ahmadinejad’s perspective is that Israel has no rightful place in the Middle East and is “an inconsequential interloper.” Ahmadinejad’s assessment is that “a few occupying Zionists” are telling the U.S. and President Obama what
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to do concerning Iran’s nuclear issues. The U.S. Senate just voted 901 to support the Israeli position, but to be fair, Ahmadinejad made valid points worth considering. For decades, the U.S. has been at Israel’s beck and call. During recent months, Israel has stepped up threats of a unilateral strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. With the U.S. Congress on its side and elections just weeks away, the pro-Israel lobby is exerting concentrated pressure on Washington to lay down certain “red lines” before Iran.
Israel condemned President Obama is being bullied by a premiere power in American politics and popular culture because he continues to resist military adventures of Israel. Ralph Bunche, an African-American, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1950, for agreements he brought about that started the new state of Israel. Since then, Israel has regularly violated international laws and defied numerous U.N. resolutions.
Most of the world opposes Israel’s policies, and especially its oppression of the Palestinians. Kofi Annan, a Ghanaian who served as secretary-general of the United Nations, said, “The whole world demands that Israel withdraw from occupied Palestinian territories.” For more than 60 years, Black politicians who call themselves the “conscience of Congress” have been reliable supporters of Israeli issues and practices. Though Blacks oppose any criticism of Obama, the Israeli lobby openly castigates the president. Amid tension between the U.S. and Israel over Iran’s nuclear ambitions, Israeli-supporters criticize President Obama for “failing to put Israel at ease.” When Obama addressed the U.N. General Assembly, he issued a stern warning to Iran, but stopped short of drawing the “red lines” Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded. It’s time to make peace in the Middle East. Instead of a new war front, Obama needs encouragement and support toward taking fair and measured actions on this issue.
William Reed is head of the Business Exchange Network and available for speaking/seminar projects through the Bailey Group.org. Click on this story at www.daytonatimes.com to write your own response.
VISUAL VIEWPOINT: LONGEST BALLOT IN HISTORY
Jeff Parker, Florida Today and the Fort Myers News-Press
Republicans tied to voter fraud
What is happening to the Republican National Committee (RNC) in the state of Florida and in other important swing states concerning the issues of voter fraud and voter suppression is like a glaring, unexpected climax of a Shakespearean drama. For the past four years, the RNC has labored tirelessly and in some instances mysteriously to raise the issue of voter fraud in the national political debate. In addition, it has been leading the charge in many state legislatures to enact unprecedented voter suppression laws allegedly as a necessary remedy to protect the public from the cruelty of voter manipulation and mischief. But now the RNC itself stands naked and exposed for being the real culprit of substantial voter fraud combined with systematic voter suppression. Strategic Allied Consulting is the company founded and head by Nathan Sproul, the former executive director and leader of the RNC in the state of Arizona. In 2012, Sproul was employed by the RNC and the Mitt Romney campaign to do voter work in five swing states: North Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Nevada and Colorado. The public record shows that Sproul was paid more than $3 million this year by both the RNC and the Romney campaign to do voter registration drives in those five states. In Florida, from January through September 2012, Strategic Allied Consulting was paid $1.3 million.
FDLE investigates The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has launched an immediate criminal investigation of Sproul and the Strategic Allied Consulting because of allegations of criminal acts of voter fraud across the state of Florida. There are allegations of dead people being registered to vote as well as numerous other voter registration infractions in attempt to increase Republican voter rolls. As soon as the news hit about the criminal allegations, the RNC’s national office fired Sproul and his firm. Sean Spicer, a spokesman for the Republican National Committee, was quick to emphasize, “We take the integrity of elections extremely seriously. We have zero tolerance for even the mere allegation of impropriety.”
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Of course that sounded good coming from the RNC in its attempt to distance itself from the more than 220 allegations in 10 different counties relating to Sproul in Florida. But the RNC’s prior actions and continued actions concerning this issue display a total contradictory set of facts and serious problems.
History of mischief The RNC has had a longstanding working relationship with Nathan Sproul even though there were prior allegations of voter tampering and other irregularities dating back to 2004. There was no “zero tolerance” at that time. There was no fairness, no justice and no equality. There is a history of mischief and criminal conduct in this regard. Sproul and his companies, which have been directly linked to voter suppression, trickery and fraud, have actually been paid more than $21.2 million by the Republican Party over the past nine years. Our democracy needs to be protected from these acts of intimidation and injustice. Voting and the right to vote are sacred. We have fought too long and too hard to sit back and allow these regressive and illegal acts of voter manipulation and suppression to continue. Black Americans and all Americans have to demand justice and the equal protection of voting rights for all people. The next two weeks of campaigning leading up to the election on November 6 that will enhance or change the course of history. Let’s make sure that we all contribute to going forward instead of going backward.
Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. is president of the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network and Education Online Services Corporation and can be reached at drbenjamin.chavis@gmail. com. Click on this story at www.daytonatimes.com to write your own response.
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By Jeroline D. Mccarthy | Daytona Times Here’s a toast to celebrating the symbolic mortgage burning that took place Saturday at the AfricanAmerican Cultural Society (AACS). Members raised their champagne glasses after arriving “at the very important destination. At that stop, the mortgage payments for their beautiful building had left the train.” They threw the bash, enjoying a buffet and dance music deejayed by Donald Bryant. The hosts were: Amenities Chair Dorothy G. Robinson, Melissa Arnold, Shirley Hinds, John Reid and Seconia Reid. Included were Jean Tanner, Dora Campbell, Janice Williams, Brenda Russell and bartender Gary Wagner.
Incorporated in 1991 The society accomplished its vision through hard work involving time and talent and the sup-
port of community efforts. Its mission is to preserve and perpetuate the cultural heritage of the African Diaspora. They also rent the premises for weddings and other occasions. It was reason for Mortgage Elimination Chair Lionel Holder to thank the members - both past and present - in that a $380,000 mortgage was paid off in 12 rather than 15 years. Accompanied by Holder’s efforts were committee members James W. Allen, Victor R. Krause and Stephanie E. Robinson. Following the organization’s 1991 incorporation, the timeline for constructing the cultural center involved purchasing five acres on U.S. 1 by Land Acquisition Chairman Courtland Coke - and creating an assets portfolio through past officers: President Clarence Mauge’, Vice President/ Treasurer Walter Boone and Public Affairs Chairman James Robinson.
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Taking part in the symbolic mortgage burning were African-American Cultural Society President Edmund G. Pinto Jr., Mortgage Liquidation Chairman James W. Allen, Board Chairman Richard P. Barnes and Mortgage Elimination Chairman Lionel Holder. A Design and Planning Committee was chaired by Louis P. McCarthy, and in January 2001, building construction began through Chairman William Robinson with the support of a kitchen cabinet, headed by former officers: President Lionel Holder, Vice President Walter Boone, Board Chairman James T. Lee, along with Clarence Mauge’ and Phillip Horne. The members then celebrated the 10th anniversary in their brand new cultural center on Nov. 17, 2001. Keynote speaker Susan L. Taylor, former Essence Magazine editorial director, and honorary chair Florida Congresswoman
Corrine Brown were presented for the gala.
Pledges, special events In a series of pledge campaigns, the Mortgage Liquidation Committee arrived on the scene in 2004 and presented a concert with vocalist Bartee’. These were the endeavors by Chairman James W. Allen, Jean Boone, Walter Boone, Loretta Bryant, Evelyn Corbin, William Dabney, and William Day. Included were Ray Henderson, Lionel Holder, Alberto Jones, Clarence Mauge’, Stephanie E. Robinson, Edwina Rucker, Jean-
nette Smith and Jean Tanner. Mortgage liquidation and the other campaigns considerably lowered the debt until pay off through the Mortgage Elimination Campaign. The building takes lots of money to run, and having pushed for funds were: Diana McKie Robinson through her creative plays, Erma and Robert Brooks by developing educational programs, Jeanette Wheeler through her Youth Reality Shows, and Lynda Baton through organizing her trips. And so, here we were Saturday celebrating a mortgage burning with Chairman Holder, AACS presi-
dent Edmund G. Pinto, Jr., Board Chairman Richard P. Barnes and Chaplain Muriel M. Carey. A good time was had by all, including Alfredo Negron, whose wood-carved baobab tree graces the contributors’ names that paid off the cultural center’s mortgage. The baobab tree grows in Africa, providing food, water, shelter and relief from sickness. ••• The Center for Contemporary Dance returns to Matanzas High School Auditorium Nov. 3, 4 p.m., at 3535 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast. The dance troupe will bring the adaptation of “An Evening of Dance” through “socially-aware artists who see their bodies as powerful instruments for purposeful storytelling.” The troupe, “supported by the finest, professionalproducing dance today,” made its Palm Coast debut with Ambassador Andrew Young for the African-American Cultural Society’s 20th anniversary in October 2011. Melinda Morais of the society’s executive board has committed to bring the creative, cultural diversity of the dance company. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased from the African American Cultural Society by calling 386-4477030, or Aimee’s Hallmark Shop, 386-445-0985. ••• As always, remember our prayers for the sick, afflicted and bereaved.
Happy Birthday to You! Birthday wishes to: Carl Straker, Oct. 24.
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Ricky Johnson speaks to the media during Media Day. Johnson will be a key contributor to the Wildcats this upcoming season.
Men’s basketball team ready for 2012-13 B-CU ROUNDUP
BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES butleramj@yahoo.com
‘A team thing’
The men’s basketball team at Bethune-Cookman begins its new season on Nov. 9 at St Bonaventure. Their first home game is Nov. 27 against North Florida. Here’s a preview of the new season. 2011-12: 18-17 overall, 11-5 for fourth in MEAC; runner-up in MEAC tournament. Head Coach: Gravelle Craig, second season 18-17 overall. Key losses: Anthony Breeze (10.5 ppg, 4.6 rpg); Garrious Holloman (11.6 ppg, 6.7 rpg); Stanley Elliott (5.2 ppg, 2.4 rpg). Key returners: Adrien Coleman (11.5 ppg, 4.2 rpg); Kevin Dukes (11.7 ppg), Ricky Johnson (6 ppg); Javoris Bryant (6.8 ppg, 3.8 rpg); Mikel Trapp (2.9 ppg); Paul Scotland (3.3 ppg); and Alex Smith (1.9 ppg, 1.1 rpg). Key newcomers: Myron Repress, Malik Jackson; and Allen Dempster. After four consecutive winning seasons, BethuneCookman is ready to take the next step. B-CU is looking to win the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Tournament and make the NCAA Tournament. In 2010-11, the Wildcats were the MEAC regular season champions and in 2011-12 they made it to the tournament championship game losing to Norfolk State. Head coach Gravelle Craig is entering his second year leading the program after serving last season as the interim coach. “It’s been a familiar experience getting ready for this season. I have been here for eight years,” said Craig. B-CU added much needed size bringing in 6’ 8’’ junior center Myron Repress from City College of San Francisco, 6’7’’ freshman forward Allan Dempster and 6’ 7’’ junior guard Malik Jackson from Miami Dade College. “The biggest thing will be getting them caught up defensively. Malik is a big guard that can shoot and gives us size on the parameter. Repress is a big post presence especially on defense,” commented Craig.
The Wildcats return a core of players, including their leader in senior point guard Kevin Dukes. “I’m just working hard trying to get ready for the season. I’m shooting everyday, even late at night. I’m talking to my teammates all the time and doing all that I can to be a good leader,” stated Dukes. They also return a potent scorer in junior guard Adrien Coleman. “I think that we will have a balanced scoring attack. It’s a team thing. We have to keep our drive and determination all season,” responded Coleman. The Wildcats also have sophomore guard Ricky Johnson who got a lot of experience last year. “Ricky has a great basketball IQ. Both Ricky and Kevin are point guards. Kevin likes to play with Ricky because it frees him up to shoot. I can play them together in three guard sets. We can get away with it in conference but it’s a problem against bigger teams in non conference games. Mikel Trapp and Paul Scotland will play guard,” said Craig. Another player B-CU will depend heavily upon is senior forward Javoris Bryant. “I hope that my late season momentum from last year carries over. I believe that everything comes together this year. I just have to be consistent,” answered Bryant. “We are expecting a big year from him. He could be our x-factor this year,” added Craig. With their personnel, the Wildcats feel that they can throw different lineups and play various styles. “I think we will be fine offensively with a lot of guys returning. We are cutting some offensive sets and will let guys play more. We will try to get play up tempo and get some transition three’s. On defense, we will try to do more zone,” commented Craig. Outlook: B-CU has added much needed size. The Wildcats are a veteran team. They should be in the MEAC title race although Savannah State and Morgan State will most likely be the favorites to win it.
They have a tough schedule facing NCAA tournament teams in St Bonaventure and Pittsburg. They also have UCF, LSU and Kent State on the schedule. If BCU stays healthy, the new guys catch on fast and have momentum come tournament time they will give themselves a chance to do something special.
Volleyball: B-CU falls to FAMU The Wildcats (3-20, 3-2) lost to rival Florida A&M (6-8, 5-0) 3-0 in MEAC play on Oct. 12. FAMU now leads B-CU by two games in the MEAC South Division. Krysta Gardner had 10 kills with seven digs, Janeen Davis added nine kills, Monica Lowe had 21 assists and Delicia Pierre contributed seven kills with two blocks for B-CU. The Wildcats were to face North Florida on Tuesday. They play at Coppin State and Morgan State on Oct. 21-22.
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After a bye week, the Wildcats will host defending MEAC champion Norfolk State University in the Biker Classic on Oct. 20. Norfolk (2-5, 0-4) is averaging 18.9 points per game while giving up 23.4. B-CU (4-2, 3-0) is averaging 25.8 points per game and 223.8 rushing yards per game. The Wildcats led the nation and the MEAC in turnover margin (2.50), takeaways (22) and turnover differential (+15). The women’s bowling team begins its season on Oct. 19-21 at the Tulane Invitational in New Orleans, Louisiana. B-CU is ranked No. 18 nationally and is led by senior Staci Hilliard.
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Atlantic’s Ronni Williams to pick college next month BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES butleramj@yahoo.com
Ronni Williams, Atlantic High School basketball star will announce which college she will play for on Nov. 9 at 1:50 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. “She will make her decision at that time in the school’s gymnasium,” confirmed George Butts, Atlantic’s head coach. Williams will choose between Georgia, Florida, Florida State, Tennessee and defending champion Baylor. She also was recruited by Miami, LSU, Maryland, Georgia Tech, North Carolina, Texas and others. Ronni The 6’1” senior Williams guard/forward is a five-star prospect who is ranked 13th overall and No. 3 at the wing position on ESPN’s Top 150. She also is listed as Florida’s top 2013 prospect. She is an ESPN Rise AllAmerican as well. Last season she averaged 20.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.9 steals and 2.7 blocked shots per game. Williams owns school records for most points in a game (46), most rebounds in a game (26), and most block shots in a season (93). She is also Miss Atlantic High School for 2012-13.
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Defense lifted Warner Christian Academy to a 21-7 win over Crystal River on Homecoming in South Daytona this past week. The Eagles defense fueled by James “Trey’’’ Paytas (14 total tackles, three for loss, one sack, one interception) and Josh Harris (12 total tackles, three sacks, one forced fumble) pitched a shutout for three quarters. The Eagles also had three
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VOLUSIA COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL REVIEW key fourth-down stops and forced four turnovers. The win was a good one for Class 2A Warner over 5A Crystal River. “The defense really showed up. We knew it would be hard fought game. We played a very good game and got a big win against a pretty good team,” said Steve Allen, Warner’s head coach. Marcus Dixon also ran for 181 yards and three scores for Warner. “We have been working hard in practice. We have some talent. Everyone is stepping up and making plays,” commented Dixon.
14-0 lead in third Crystal River (4-2) was driving, but on fourth down and three yards to go Paytas tackled Dallas Baldner to stop the drive. Warner (6-1) responded with a five-yard touchdown run from Dixon to take a 7-0 lead with 5:31 to play in the second quarter. The Pirates were threatening again but Paytas intercepted Joseph Lafluer at the four-yard line in the final minutes of the half. “We did a good job getting to the ball tonight. On that play, I came from the other side of the field. I just dove and got the ball,” Paytas remarked. Following a Pirates fumble, Warner capitalized on Khalil Hicks’ 11-yard score to take a 14-0 lead with 8:17 to play in the third quarter.
Late Warner score Crystal River got within 14-7 on Dallas Baldner’s five-yard score with 5:09 to play in the game. The drive followed a Warner turnover. Warner responded with a oneyard score by Dixon to make it 21-7 with 2:33 left.
Baldner finished with 174 yards rushing with a score for Crystal River. Bentlee Critcher and Antonio Hamm each had an interception and Mario Goss a fumble recovery for Warner.
Some of this week’s top games New Smyrna (6-0, 2-0) at Seabreeze (4-3, 1-0) A win would all but give NSB the 6A-9 district title while a Seabreeze win would put that team in the driver’s seat. Both teams can score, but who plays defense best will win. Seabreeze lost two way star player Charles Nelson to an injury last week, so it may be a tough win. DeLand (4-3, 2-0) at Jacksonville Sandalwood (4-2, 1-1) This is a big game in district 1-8A with both teams in contention for the title and playoffs. DeLand is coming around but has a tough test on the road with the Saints. Tavares (2-4, 1-1) at Atlantic (51, 1-1) The Atlantic Sharks are still alive for the playoffs and should get this win at home. Taylor (4-2, 1-0) at Wildwood (16, 0-1) A win would put the Taylor Wildcats in the playoffs. They are expected to win.
Prep Sports Seven Football 1. New Smyrna (6-0), 2. Warner (6-1), 3. Atlantic (5-1), 4. Flagler Palm Coast (5-2), 5. DeLand (4-3), 6. Seabreeze (4-3), tie 7. Taylor (42), Trinity (4-2), Others: Mainland (3-3).
Previous ranking 1. New Smyrna, 2. Warner, 3. Atlantic, 4 Flagler Palm Coast, 5. Seabreeze, 6. University, 7. Taylor.
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