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Tony “Solo” Hearst Launches New Record Label, Entertainment Studio Page 8
THIS IS WHAT A SHERIFF LOOKS LIKE!
Mural to Honor Buffalo Wing King Page 5
Parents! How Should the Schools $201 Million be Spent for Your Children? Page 10
VACCINE POP-UP!
Plantation Politics and the Beaty Factor in the Race for Sheriff Page 11
POWER! New Home Announced for WUFO Radio in Heritage Corridor! Page 3
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INSIDE ROCHESTER
Emergency Rental Assistance Available The following resources are available for those needing help:
Mayor Lovely Warren
•For Emergency Rental Assistance, Call 211 to apply. (Open 24 hours. As of April 1, new income criteria has been applied to applications; and landlords are able to apply for rental assistance on behalf of consenting tenants. •Housing Hotline: The Housing Council at PathStone Housing Hotline hosts counselors who answer questions and provide advice on tenant and landlord issues. It is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (585) 546-3700. •Free Legal Representation is available through the Tenant Defense Project (an initiative of local legal-services agencies that provides free legal representation to tenants facing an eviction.) To apply for free legal representation, visit www. TenantDefense.org or call (585) 504-6195.
Mayor Warren Calls on Legislators to Back Zion Hill Baptist Church Vaccine Clinic Key Reform in Policing Zion Hill Baptist Church, in conjunction with Jordan Mayor Lovely Warren wants to see the state law changed so the city can immediately fire police officers for cause; which one of the key reforms of the city's future of policing plan adopted last month calls for. But Rochester's state delegation does not appear to support her. She said she does not understand their hesitation in light of today's modern technology- i.e. cell phones, video and body cams. "We have a completely different set of circumstances," Warren said. "You have the documentation you need to make a determination. You have it right before you." "The law must change to allow us to be able to deal with the times. The Rochester delegation she charged has the political power but must find "the strength" as legislators, to back the change.
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Health Center, is having a vaccination clinic at the church, on 250 Samuel McCree Way, this coming Saturday, May 1 from 9:00am-1:00pm. There will be 200 doses available to those who want to receive the vaccine. It is open to everyone. We would appreciate your help in spreading the word and encouraging folks to get vaccinated. If you have, church members, friends or family members, who would like to get the vaccine, the link for them to register is at the end of this article. Registration Link: https://healow.com/apps/jsp/ webview/openaccess/widgets/uc/ucFacility.jsp?apu_ id=5976&facility_id=73
Rochester Juneteenth 5K Run/Walk Juneteenth is the celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States on June 19th, 1865. Please join us from wherever you are to take part in Rochester’s 5th annual 5K Run/Walk. Go to itsyourrace.com to register and/or donate to the Black Community Focus Fund. Registration is open from now through Saturday, June 19, 2021 at midnight, and proceeds will benefit the construction of the Rochester Civil Rights Heritage Park site at Baden Park (visit rochesterheritagesite.org For more information). All registrants and donors receive a Claudette Colvin original poster designed by Amber Stokes. This year’s event is both live and virtual! Live Capped at 200 registrants due to COVID restrictions Virtual-Run/Walk at your own pace from now to June 19th (at midnight).
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Rep Omar Reintroduces Policing Bill Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar is reintroducing three policing bills she hopes will end up in the bipartisan package lawmakers have been fine-tuning for weeks as pressure mounts to pass meaningful police reform legislation. The most significant of these bills would establish an independent federal agency to investigate deaths in police custody, officer-involved shootings and use of force that results in severe bodily injury. Meanwhile, incidents of nonlethal use of force are getting more attention, like in a federal civil lawsuit filed against four officers in North Carolina that alleges they grabbed a Black woman by her hair and pulled her out of her SUV during a 2019 traffic stop. In New Jersey, two officers are facing civil rights charges for allegedly assaulting an Arab teenager and then lying about it on a police report.
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Chargers Minor League 2021 Season Cancelled Dr. Patrick Freeman, owner of the Minor League Football Franchise Chargers MFL, has announced that because of the pandemic and the current protocols attached to it the team will be unable to have its 2021 season . “We look forward to resuming our combines in the fall, winter, and spring,” he said in a released statement. “The MFL remains committed to providing opportunities to former players going from the field to the front office and implementing our programs in all the communities that we serve.”
Office of Special Events Accepting Applications The City of Rochester Office of Special Events is accepting applications now through May 1 deadline. Festivals, races /walks, parades, concerts, film shoots, fireworks displays, rallies, demonstrations, and block parties (all block parties are required to end by dusk), etc require a special Event Permit. May 1 is the final day to submit an application for a festival or major event for Summer 2021. Block parties are not included in this deadline. For more information and to download a permit application, visit www.cityofrochester.gov/eventpermit. If you want to speak with someone call (585) 428-6690, email them or come to City Hall, 30 Church Street, Room 203A.
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AREA BRIEFS Judge Ogden is Recipient of Negro Business and Professional Women's Club's Highest Award The Buffalo Club of the NANBPWC, Inc. will host the 1st Virtual Sojourner Truth Awards Ceremony on May 1st, 2021. This not for profit ceremony will feature the following awardees: SOJOURNER TRUTH AWARD Honorable Jeannette Ogden BUSINESS AWARD Latisa Roosevelt PROFESSIONAL AWARD Dr. Davina Moss-King COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD Bradford Watts MAN OF THE YEAR AWARD Darrell M. Saxon ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Jannell Easont Hon.Jeannette Ogden YOUTH INCENTIVE AWARD Amyah Wilson The purpose of the ceremony is to give homage to Sojourner Truth by awarding the highest award of the organization to Judge Ogden and to highlight other community champions. Please contact Janet Barnes, (jbjudy2@cs.com) for additional information regarding the event.
Domestic Violence Panel: “Where Do We Go From Here?” GYC Ministries and the Community Action Coalition will host a Domestic Violence Panel Discussion on Monday, May 3 at 4;30 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Johnnie B. Wiley Stadium, Mask are required. Tina sanders, President of “No More Tears” will be the special guest speaker. For more information call ( 716)770-9093.
East Buffalo Financial Education Center to Open Soon The Belmont Financial Education Center, sponsored by Northwest Bank, will soon be open to provide free financial education, coaching, counseling and educational workshops to residents. Located on the corner of Jefferson and Southampton in the new People Inc. apartment building, a grand opening was held last Thursday. The education facility is the bank’s fulfillment of a commitment to not only open a Northwest branch on Jefferson, but a financial education center in the neighborhood as well. Those attending the grand opening included Mayor Brown, Council President Pridgen, Belmont representatives and Northwest Bank officials including president and CEO Ron Seiffert. Challenger Photo
POWER! New Future Home Announced for WUFO Radio in African American Heritage Corridor Mayor Byron W. Brown announced last Thursday that WUFO Radio owner Vision Multi Media Group has been selected as the tenant for 509 Michigan Street, a City-owned site in the heart of Buffalo’s African American Heritage Corridor. A large-scale restoration and expansion project is planned at the site as part of the effort to bring new life to the historic corridor. Vision Multi Media Group owner Sheila Brown bought WUFO in 2013. That purchase made Brown the first Black female owner of both an AM and FM radio station in New York. Vision is currently located in the Corridor, at 143 Broadway. “I am deeply humbled and honored by the news of our selection. As many of you know, Vision Multi Media Group has worked 29 years to get to this moment. But we always knew it was going to happen. I’d like to thank God, my family, and the Mayor, and my partners in the Michigan Street African American Heritage Cor-
Vision Multi-Media Group owner and CEO Sheila Brown
ridor Commission for making this dream a reality,” Ms. Brown said. “When asked what makes me successful, I say: dream write and pray. That’s all you have to do. I welcome this new partnership with the City and the Commission. We are on our way. I look forward to many great years of success ahead.” “As Ellicott District Councilmember, 509 Michigan has been a focus of mine for a couple reasons: It’s placement in the historic Michigan Avenue Corridor and its proximity to the first known Archway in the City of Buffalo. This recommendation
is another step toward the continuation of making the Corridor a travel destination in Western New York,”said Council President Darius Pridgen. Buffalo Common Council approval is needed to finalize the lease deal. Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes has been working for many years to jump-start the revitalization of the Corridor. In 2018, she secured $1 million in funds from the Dormitory Authority of New York State for redevelopment of 509 Michigan Street.
Buffalo City Court Candidate Joel C. Moore Makes the Ballot! Announces Fundraiser Meet-and-Greet To Support CommunityOriented Judicial Candidacy Local community leader and attorney, Joel C. Moore has declared his candidacy for Buffalo City Court Judge and secured enough signatures to make the ballot for the June 22 primary election. Moore will hold a Meet-and-Greet Fundraiser at The Agustín “Pucho” Olivencia Community Center, 261 Swan St., 4 on Tuesday, May 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Members of the community as well as the media are invited to come out to meet candidate Moore and ask questions about his vision for Buffalo. “A person’s mistake on the worst day of their life doesn’t define who they are,” says Mr. Moore. Attorney Moore His candidacy is described as one which is "powered by the community and geared toward reorienting wayward community individuals back toward productive members of society. A vote for Joel C. Moore means a vote for self-improvement, intact families, and a fairer, more inclusive Buffalo. " Endorsed by the Working Families Party and Citizen Action, Mr. Moore is "fighting the good fight against the political machine, Erie County Democratic Committee." He is considered one of the most qualified individuals in contention for one of this year’s three Buffalo City Court vacancies. His campaign committee is working towards a significant voter turnout for primaries on June 22, 2021, and a campaign goal of $100,000. To learn more about Joel C. Moore and how you can support his campaign for Buffalo City Court Judge, visit https://mooreforbuffalo.com
Muhumusa and Kaigirwa were feared leaders of the East African Nyabinghi priestesses group that was influential in present day Rwanda and Uganda.
Fearless Black Female Warriors
Muhumusa and Kaigirwa were feared leaders of the East African Nyabingi priestesses group that was influential in Rwanda and Uganda from 1850 to 1950. In 1911 Muhumusa proclaimed “she would drive out the Europeans” and “that the bullets of the Wazungu would turn to water against her.” She organized armed resistance against German colonialists and was eventually detained by the British in Kampala, Uganda, from 1913 to her death in 1945. She became the first in a line of rebel priestesses fighting colonial domination in the name of Nyabingi, and even after being imprisoned she inspired a vast popular following. The British passed its 1912 Witchcraft Act in direct response to the political effectiveness of this spiritually based resistance movement. In August 1917, the “Nyabinga” Kaigirwa followed in Muhumusa’s footsteps, and engineered the Nyakishenyi revolt, with unanimous public support. British officials placed a high price on her head, but no one would claim it. After the British attacked the Congo camp of Kaigirwa Continued Page 11
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BUILDING COMMUNITY AMID Walton Partners with Neighborhood Health Center on Vaccination Pop-up Buffalo mayoral candidate India Walton, a longtime registered nurse and public health advocate, partnered with Neighborhood Health Center (NHC) at 155 Lawn Avenue in Black Rock on a COVID vaccination pop-up last Friday. Community members interested in receiving the Moderna vaccine are encouraged to call 716-242-8600 x3361. Appointments are open to everyone age 16 and up. NHC and India Walton (lL)) gives thumbs up! Team India have mobilized roundtrip transportation for those in need. “As a public health professional, I’m encouraging people to make informed decisions about getting the vaccine so we can better recover from the pandemic,” said Walton. “I received my vaccine at NHC, the process was easy and painless, and everyone was so welcoming that we worked up this way for more folks to get engaged in the process.” For more info about NHC, visit www.nhcwny.org. For more about mayoral candidate India Walton, endorsed by the New York Working Families Party and many more local and national political organizations, visit indiawalton.com.
Come One! Come All!
The First Fruits Food Pantry Is Open!
Offering Healthy Food Options Free To The Community
NEW TIME! Tuesdays 4-6 PM & Saturdays From 10 A.M. To 12 NOON Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church, 641 Masten @ Northland No Forms To Fill Out, No Proof Of Income Or Residency Etc. Just The Blessing Of Good Food! While You’re There Check Out The Lincoln Memorial. Clothes Closet! “Fighting Food Insecurity & Meeting the Needs of The People.” Rev. George Nicholas, Pastor, Lincoln Memorial UMC Rita Hubbard Robinson, Coordinator, First Fruits Food Pantry
New CDC Mask Guidelines
The CDC has released new outdoor mask guidance, saying fully vaccinated people can forego face coverings at small outdoor gatherings or when dining outside with friends from multiple households. Unvaccinated people, the CDC says, should still mask up for such events, and even fully vaccinated people should protect themselves in larger, denser outdoor gatherings. President Biden touted the new guidelines as a reason all Americans should get vaccinated.
Freedom Gardens Is Welcoming New Applicants for 2021 Grow Native Plants Organic Fruits and Veggies in Your Own Back Yard "Freedom Gardeners Grow for Liberation and Resilience." How does your garden grow? Well Buffalo Freedom Gardens is welcoming new applications for 2021 season! If you’re interested, please Direct Mail their Instagram @buffalofreedomgardens or email Master Gardener Gail Wells at Wellsgv7@gmail. com for the link to sign up for their organic garden kits. New gardeners will be receiving cedar beds, earth boxes, seeds and seedlings for the 2021 organic growing season. Follow @buffalofreedomgardens on social media Get excited get involved and finally get your organic garden started this season!
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Local Officials Send Off Buffalo Anti-Human 1199SEIU Endorses Judge Phillip Trafficking Group in FreeTHEM Rally May 1 Dabney Jr. for Buffalo City Court Local officials and supporters will join Project Mona's House and FreeThem Center founder, Kelly Galloway, as she and participants of The FreeTHEM Walk prepare to leave for Lynchburg, V.A. The sendoff will happen at The FreeTHEM Rally, a gathering to bring awareness to human trafficking on Saturday, May 1 outside of Buffalo City Hall. The FreeTHEM Walk is a 902-mile journey from Lynchburg, V.A. to Buffalo, N.Y., to end human trafficking. Since the crime is considered modern-day slavery, The FreeTHEM Walk will travel the Underground Railroad with visits to historic sites in nine cities to pay homage to abolitionists who fought to end slavery generations ago. The FreeTHEM Walkers will depart from Buffalo City Hall immediately following the FreeTHEM Rally. They will return to Buffalo on June 19 for a Juneteenth celebration.
The Committee to Retain Judge Phillip Dabney Jr. has announced an endorsement from 1199SEIU for Judge Dabney's campaign to retain his seat on Buffalo City Court. "I am thrilled to know that 1199SEIU is supporting my campaign for Buffalo City Court. 1199SEIU champions equality, justice, and democracy and, I have the utmost reJudge Dabney spect for their members who serve on the frontlines of healthcare," said Dabney. "1199SEIU seeks to endorse judicial candidates who will make equity a hallmark of their time on the bench. Our members were impressed with Judge Dabney's experience, and we are excited to help him retain his seat on the Buffalo City Court," said Peter DeJesus Jr., Western New York Political Coordinator for 1199SEIU. 1199SEIU is a politically influential labor organization representing more than 23,000 workers at 29 hospitals, 70 long-term care in their Upstate/WNY Division. Mayor Byron Brown appointed Judge Dabney to serve on the Buffalo City Court after Judge Amy Martoche's elevation to NYS Supreme Court. Dabney has also earned endorsements from the Erie County Democratic Committee, Working Families Party, and Citizen Action of NY.
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We’re about a month into spring (March 21 - June 20) - a time to restore health, to build new relationships, to express our emotional truths, to expand on current projects and to plant seeds that may one day come to fruition. As winter’s ice breaks up and currents flow the waters of spring nourish new growth. The organs associated with Spring are the liver and gallbladder. The emotion of anger strongly affects the liver, causing stagnation of energy and blood when we hold anger in or express anger too much. The health of the liver is reflected in our eyes and nails. Blurred vision, bloodshot eyes, yellow sclera (the white of the eye), ridged, soft or brittle nails each communicate the liver’s condition. The flavor associated with the liver is sour - a little sour food improves liver functions while too much can damage. The kidney are said to be the mother of the liver. If the liver is over active, it will deplete the kidneys; if the kidneys are deficient, the liver will lack support. Foods That Support the liver: Celery, Cabbage, sauerkraut, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, broccoli sprouts, other sprouts kale, dandelion salad greens, beets, red peppers, carrots onions, garlic, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds almonds, spirulina whole grains, apples, other juicy fruits, lemon juice, grapefruit juice, turmeric powder. Also foods that remove liver stagnation: onions, leeks, garlic, mustard greens, turmeric, basil, bay leaf, cardamon, cumin, fennel, dill ginger, black pepper, horseradish, rosemary, mint, cabbage, broccoli, Foods to avoid, that cause liver stagnation - red meat, cream, cheese, eggs, butter, rich nuts, lard, margarine, most oils - especially Canola oil - ( olive oil in moderation ok), alcohol., all GMO-contaminated vegetables, foods and products made with GMO foods.
Pictured top: Lina Brown Young , and above,the Original Wing King mural painted in the 60's by the late Bill Cooper and Dalton Easton
Campaign Raises Money for New Mural
Buffalo Bike Tours, Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor, and Young Family Team Up to Honor Buffalo’s Original King of Wings!
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he Young Family, Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor, and Buffalo Bike Tours are seeking community support to create a mural to honor the memory of the late John Young,( 1935-1998) owner of Wings N' Things that opened in 1961 and hailed as Buffalo's first chicken wing restaurant by locals and celebrities like Rick James and others. Lina Brown Young carries on the legacy in her father’s memory by preparing his original Mumbo Wing recipe just as he did in the 1960s. Using a commercial kitchen at the Broadway Market, she makes mumbo wings exclusively for Buffalo Bike Tours’ Wing Ride where she even shares a little Mumbo Wing history during each tour. Young's "lip smaking" Mumbo wings were the original Buffalo wing that started it all, predating the Anchor Bar by several years. In 1970, Young closed his business shortly after race riots, and moved to Decatur, IL. Upon returning to Buffalo, he discovered he had been largely omitted from official city narratives, noting, “It hurts me so bad that other people take the credit.” Donations are Needed In effort to raise funds that will enable the family to tell his story through the new mural that will be located at the site of his former restaurant on Jefferson Avenue (on the exterior of the Carl Jeff Barber Shop located at 864 Jefferson), a GoFundMeCampaign has been established where supporters of this well deserved acknowledgement can help at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/mumbowasfirst. The design of the mural will take inspiration from a mural that once stood in John Young’s restaurant painted by the late Bill Cooper and Dalton Easton. Supporters of the project can also help by ordering one of the signature Wing King t-shirts featuring an illustration of John Young by New York Times illustrator Koren Shadmi. With funding from the GoFundMe drive, the group will reclaim John Young’s rightful place in Buffalo history. All funds will be used to commission a remembrance to Buffalo’s pioneering Chicken Wing King. At the time of this article the group had currently raised $1,350 of their $5,000 goal.Remember to make your donation at : https://www.gofundme.com/f/ mumbowasfirst and for the wing king T-shirt more info on future pop ups and wing bike tours go to buffalobiketours. com/mumbo Project is sponsored by Buffalo Bike Tours & The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor. Artist to be announced.
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Prayer In The Park Ministry Praying And Celebrating Its 19th Anniversary" "EVERY SETBACK IS A SETUP, FOR A MIRACULOUS COMEBACK - PART 2"
Prayer In The Park Ministry will celebrate its 19th anniversary beginning Friday, April 30 at 7 a.m. until Saturday, May 1, 7 a.m. This will be a "Live On Zoom" - meeting I.D.# 582 819 0042 . PASS CODE: GodsLove Also LIVE ON: Facebook , Instagram & Podcast. *CALL IN FOR PRAYER at (716) 715-1969, (716) 235-1968 or (716) 603-9564. Participants include Minister Wanda L. Strong Howard- Senior Servant & Minister, Barbara Johnson Kirk, Assistant Senior Servant, Pastor Rudolphus Boans, Bro. & Prophetess Sis. Rhonda Mingo, Min. Tamara Lamb, Min. Charlene Barron, Sis. Diane Pruitt, Bro. Ron Cunningham, Sis. Delores Lowe, Bro. Rashad Howard, and Ryan Thurmond. Also Guest Speakers: Pastor Christine Lucas, Intercessor Of Prayer; Former New York State Senator Antoine M. Thompson, Elder Designate Anthony Stevens, Bro. Neal Mack, & Bro. Eddie Wiley; Bro. Kyle Mckenzie & Bro. Hakeem Lokey and others. Special Guests "Our Children & Seniors" - "No Hate & Give Love.” Please donate To The Building Of The Lord's Tabernacle Church For The Prayer In The Park Ministry , Buffalo & Niagara Falls, NY . For more information call (716) 715-1969, (716) 235-1968 or (716) 603-9564.
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New Hope Baptist Church Will Showcase a "Fashionista” Event New Hope Baptist Church will showcase a "Fashionista - Trying to Catch God's Eye" event at 12 noon, on Saturday, May 1 at the church, 2090 Genesee Street. It is a tribute to the late Mrs. Jane Ervin, who was a member of New Hope for over 74 years. Mrs. Ervin is also widely remembered by many children that attended Buffalo Public Schools because she was a crossing guard for over 63 years. Come and purchase a one of a kind hat, jewelry, scarf, purse, or sequin jacket to accessorize that special outfit. You will become the proud owner of piece of Buffalo history. Many of Mrs. Ervin's accessories were purchased from historical - back in the day - department stores that once graced Main Street. Do you remember Hengerers, AM&A's, Kobackers, Franklin Simon, Hens & Kelly, David's and Berger's just to name a few? Mrs. Ervin was known to be a role-model for anyone seeking to be a well dressed, chic, stylish, and fashionably dressed woman. Her style was impeccable. All of her high quality items will be affordable and priced to sell. Hats off to the many Black hat makers (milliners) that contributed to the fashion world. Let us remember that hats and being well-dressed was the African American woman's attempt to give reverence to God. Always giving our Lord and Savior our very best. For any additional information, please contact Trustee Paulette S. Counts, at 716-8830821. The event will definitely follow CDC regulations of social distancing and wearing masks. Temperatures will checked taken at the door.
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Stop ByParker's Place,1339 Jefferson at Utica And Get Mom Something Special From Vendors Ranging From Skincare, Jewelry, Clothing, And More. Special Mother’s Day Basket Will Be Raffled Off DRAWING WILL BE HELD ON FACEBOOK LIVE@ 4PM dlpconsultingwny
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Entertainment
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GOING SOLO....
Tony “Solo” Hearst Launches New Record Label, Entertainment Studio to Meet Demands of Growing Local Music Scene; Invests in University Heights Main Street Corridor
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By Sheldon Anderson
ony “Solo” Hearst, a Buffalo entrepreneur, has launched a new record label in the growing local music scene. Located in the University Heights district, Solo Group Entertainment studios will bring new energy to Main Street. The music production studio focuses on gospel, rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, rap and country music genres. The new production studios will support current Solo Group Entertainment artists, I AmTune from Raleigh, NC, and local Buffalo artists Savv and Jaymarr are the first of more artists being signed throughout the country. “I have great talent as part of the label. What sets us apart from others is that we care about our artists and their long-term success in business and life. This music production studio represents the commitment to my artists and my city," said Hearst, Solo group Entertainment CEO. " I own multiple businesses in Buffalo including a restaurant called Solo Eats, a sports agency, rental investments, a trucking company and a retail store. The music production studio is a win-win for local artists and the Main Street business community. These artists are telling the story of our community and we are going to treat them fairly." Hearst has been recognized for his generous donations of money and time to the Buffalo community including Operation School Supply, Help for the Holiday’s Gift Basket and Christmas Toy Giveaways and Solo’s Boys to Men Mentoring Program for at-risk African American and Latino youth. Tony is a Worshipful Master Mason at St. Johns Lodge #16. In 2020, the cornerstone was laid to rededicate the building in Tony’s name to honor his service. He earned a Community Service Award from Mayor Byron Brown in 2013 as well as numerous local and state proclamations. Tony “Solo” Hearst Day was commemorated in 2019 and 2020. -About Solo EntertainmentSolo Group Entertainment is a locally owned music entertainment company with local and national artists, founded by Tony “Solo” Hearst. Solo is committed to providing its followers’ music that matters – music with real stories, substance, and lasting power that makes listeners want to come back for more. For more informatiom go to sologroupentertainment.com Instagram: @ sologroup_entertainment
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Moving forward together
in Buffalo
Over the past year, we’ve all been challenged in one way or another by this health crisis — physically, emotionally, financially. And while questions remain about what lies ahead, we know one thing for certain: The only way to move forward is together. To that end, Bank of America remains fully committed to supporting the health and economic recovery of our clients, communities and teammates. We know that small businesses, so critical to our local economy, have been greatly impacted. Through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), to date we’ve delivered 478,731* PPP loans — totaling nearly $34.5 billion* in funding — to help our clients continue to operate and pay their employees. Importantly, more than 99% of those loans went to companies with fewer than 100 employees. Partnering with local nonprofits, we’ve distributed more than 27 million masks for vulnerable populations as part of our ongoing efforts to address health-related disparities accelerated by the coronavirus. We’ve offered new and expanded benefits to help our employees balance family and work, including over 3.7 million days of back-up child and adult care. That’s an investment of more than $370 million in child and adult care reimbursement. I’m so proud of the way our community has come together to help those who need it most. And I’m certain that Buffalo has the power to be stronger than ever as a result.
Helping Buffalo move forward: • Delivered PPP funding to over 1,427 of our small business clients for more than $114 million in relief • Distributed 148,000 masks through our local partners including: – FeedMore WNY – Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo • Expanded benefits for our employees to include additional child and adult care services plus virtual medical and behavioral health consultations at no cost
Ted Janicki President, Bank of America Buffalo
Go to bankofamerica.com/community to learn more about the work we are doing with our incredible partners.
*PPP data as of 04/04/2021 Bank of America, N.A. Member FDIC. Equal Credit Opportunity Lender. © 2021 Bank of America Corporation. All rights reserved.
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Central District School Board Member Paulette Woods (right) urges parents, students, community leaders, churches and concerned citizens to participate in upcoming Stakeholders Meetings to discuss the district's plans for the $201 million in stimulus funding for our children.
School Board Member Sounds the Alarm! Parents and Community Must Have Input in How the Board of Education Spends $201 Million Central District School Board member Paulette Woods wants parents and community members to know that a series of meetings are coming up to give them the opportunity to participate in how the city school district can best use $201 million in funding for our children. These virtual meetings kick off from 4 -6 p.m. today (April 29) followed by additional meetings on Saturday, May 15 at 10 a.m. and again on Tuesday, May 25 at 5:30 p.m. at www.facebookcom/BPSParentCenters or at the BPS Parent Centers Facebook Page - Live (see ad this page.) The Buffalo schools received the funding through President Biden’s American Rescue Plan Act. These funds are designed to help the school plan and restore our children’s education in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Recommendations and feedback from parents ,students community leaders and agencies, churches and concerned citizens is vital. Board member Woods released the following statement to the community: "The American Rescue Plan Act mandates community participation in reshaping education. It’s the law! “President Biden has mandated community input and community participation in the planning of the restoration of education for our children after this COVID-19 pandemic, which closed our schools and hurt our children's education! Twenty percent (20%) of these funds must be used to remediate learning loss for our children who fell behind while schools closed and attempted to move to online learning! Funds must be used for extend learning, summer programs, and community sites to help students master online learning! They must be used for mental health and trauma care to offset the isolation and depression our children have suffered due to covid-19. Funds must be used to help your children! “You know what your children need!,” she continued.. “ You know the problems your child faces in getting a good education! Make your voice heard! What you say will help your child! We must have your voice!”
BLACK LIVES MATTER: DID YOU KNOW...?
According to reports, fifteen to 26 million people protested Floyd’s death - making it one of the largest protest movements in U.S. history, if not the largest. That did not count the millions around the world who also took part in these historic Black lives Matter protests.
After serving decades in prison for a crime they did not commit, The Buffalo 5 have suffered enough injustice! Tell DA Flynn to Take the Legal Knee off their necks so they can breathe!!
FREE THE BUFFALO 5! The community is asked to call
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This IS What A Sheriff Looks Like...! Kim Beaty and the Race for Sheriff: Buffalo Blacks On A Political Plantation (ED. NOTE: Columnist and former County Legislator, activist Betty Jean Grant , has been on the case from day one. A few months ago, after Kim Beaty was discouraged by the Democratic party chair from running, and dropped out of the race, Grant wrote, “… I have come to the conclusion that the Erie County Democratic Committee is not going to respect Black Democrats as a political force to be reckoned with, until we realize our worth and the power we give to the party here in Erie County. Black Erie County voters vote almost exclusively democrat. But when we Blacks run for a countywide position, we are either discouraged from running or, if we do snag the endorsement, we are not supported financially as much as non-Black candidates” As we know, Ms. Beaty, after an impressive show of community support, re-entered the race. In last week’s Sunday News Beaty revealed to the public at large, the trials she faced during that time, including being told by Democratic Chair Zellner that she's “not what a sheriff looks like.” Zellner said the News article was “offensive and filled with falsehoods.” We know Kimberly Beaty to be an upstanding citizen and public servant whose honorable reputation speaks for itself. )
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t least every other year there is a major political election in Buffalo or Erie County. Whether the political office is a common council seat in Buffalo or a countywide mad dash to be elected comptroller, clerk or county executive, Buffalo's democratic committee members and voters are actively involved. However, sadly and unfortunately, for the African American community, our participation is not sought or solicited for anything beyond our votes to elect other ethnic groups to these county wide offices. Granted, the Erie County Democratic Committee did endorse Vanessa Glushefski for Kimberly Beaty County Comptroller and Bernie Tolbert for Erie County Sheriff in 2017. But one has to wonder how sincere and committed were those endorsements when neither Ms. Glushefski nor Mr. Tolbert's campaigns were supported or financed as strongly as other non African American candidates have been, in these same past elections. Right now, the Buffalo community is proud that one of its smartest, strongest and most compassionate former police officers, Kimberly Beaty, is running a county wide race for the position of Sheriff of Erie County. The fact that she is a Black female should not be a topic of discussion or a hindrance in her garnering support and getting votes from all parts of Erie County. After all Black people have been voting for White people to be elected to these county offices for just about forever. What we expect now is for those same suburban voters to return that support by voting for one of us when we are qualified and decide to 'dip our toes into the county's political wading pool.' Kimberly Beaty has a resume that can compete and overshadow everyone who is running for Sheriff of Erie County. She has a 34 year career in the Buffalo Police Department as a patrol officer, teacher in the police academy, police chief at E District Police Station and finally as Deputy Police Commissioner. Ms. Beaty is currently employed as Director of Public Safety for Canisius College. Kimberly Beaty is competent enough to run the Sheriff's office but, according to her, the leader of the local Democrats stated that she has the 'wrong look' for a sheriff. Comments like that seem to sound like something Black people might hear during slavery times or at least the Jim Crow era. On Primary Day, June 22nd, please go to the polls and vote for Kimberly Beaty for Erie County Sheriff. Or to make sure your vote counts as soon as it can, Early Voting starts Saturday, June 12, 2021. Kimberly Beaty is what a Sheriff looks like! And she can win!
BLACK HISTORY continued from page 3 in January 1919, killing most of the men, Kaigirwa and the main body of fighters managed to evade the army and escape. However, the British captured the sacred white sheep and burned it to dust before a convocation of leading chiefs. After this deed, a series of disasters afflicted the district commissioner who killed the sheep. His herds were wiped out, his roof caved in and a mysterious fire broke out in his house. Kaigirwa attempted another uprising, then went into the hills, where she was never captured.
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Gun Violence Starts at the Top If the state reserves the right to commit mass murder no one should be surprised that the people follow suit.
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ass shootings happen with appalling regularity in the United States. It is bad enough that recent shootings took place in Atlanta, Boulder, and Indianapolis, but the horror is always followed by the same useless faux debates. Half the population wants to limit gun ownership, the other half doesn’t and continues a gun buying spree to prove their point. Politicians pretend to take action, victims are mourned, thoughts and prayers are uttered, and the cycle repeats itself with the next awful event. Margaret What very few people dare to discuss is how these acts are connected with U.S. history and with the state in its current form. This country exists KIMBERLEY as a result of genocides and terrorism. The indigenous inhabitants were attacked with wars and disease and the survivors were driven from their ancestral lands. Africans were enslaved and treated like chattel, all Black people were deprived of their legal rights, and Jim Crow lasted for 100 years. Lynch law prevailed and the torture and killing of Black people was a spectator sport across the land. The fits and starts of anything resembling justice have been far outweighed by institutional resistance which maintains the status quo. The police continue to kill three people every day, more than 1,000 people every year. While George Floyd’s police murderer was on trial, young Daunte Wright was killed in a nearby community. Video footage revealed that 13-year old Adam Toledo was unarmed with his hands raised when he was shot and killed by Chicago police. Lest anyone forget, Chicago is the city which holds hundreds of people at Homan Square, a city jail that operates like a CIA Black-ops site. Chicago should forever be known as the city where Black men were tortured by police for years. When this nation wasn’t practicing state sanctioned terror within its boundaries, it committed atrocities internationally. Wars, interventions and coups have been committed from Chile to Haiti to Guatemala to Iraq to Ukraine. There are U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan and more than 800 bases under U.S. or other NATO nation control around the world. Joe Biden has undone the Trump administration agreement to leave Afghanistan by May 1. He cynically uses the date of September 11 to forestall what should have happened years ago. The occupation of Afghanistan has gone on so long that people born after it began are now old enough to join the military themselves. But no one should be fooled. Biden is privatizing war with contractors and intelligence operatives and moving troops to create havoc elsewhere in the world. If the state reserves the right to commit mass murder no one should be surprised that the people follow suit. They are taught that their violent country is exceptionally good, fair, benevolent and democratic. The U.S. leads the world in military spending and brings wars home by militarizing local police. Of course the bloodletting doesn’t end. It would be shocking if it did. The phony concern must come to an end. Foolish and false platitudes such as, “This is not who we are,” should disappear from discourse and be replaced with honesty. Biden has proposed increasing defense spending to $753 billion and after the rhetorical dust settles, there will be a bipartisan congressional consensus to approve what he wants. Military spending takes up 60% of the discretionary budget and is the reason why people in this country cannot have nice things. State violence is like background music that seeps into the collective consciousness. The same people who express shock when an individual goes on a killing spree in this country are silent when their government is responsible for killings around the world. They may support the mass incarceration state, which makes the U.S. the world’s number one jailer. It is all connected. State sanctioned violence tells the people that individual violence is just fine. The hand wringing over the latest shooting doesn’t mean anything if the wars and law enforcement brutality continue. The hypocrisy is obvious and no one should be surprised when a well-armed population makes use of their personal arsenals. The United States of America is and will remain violent without some revolutionary change. The carnage is both official and personal. If this country is honest the next mass shooting should be ignored by the media, politicians, and by the people too. Any consternation is temporary because it is dishonest. For now, the most that can be expected is that Americans will finally end the pretense of concern and treat the inevitable results of their history and politics with nonchalance. It is the only honest thing they can do. Margaret Kimberley’s Freedom Rider column appears weekly in BAR and is widely reprinted elsewhere. She maintains a frequently updated blog as well at patreon.com/margaretkimberley and she regularly posts on Twitter @freedomrideblog. Ms. Kimberley lives in New York City, and can be reached via e-Mail at Margaret.Kimberley(at)BlackAgendaReport.com.
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elcome to Rise Up Right, where we give you the best sports news and highlights, and updates taking full circle in the sports world. Thank you for your continued support....and with that being said Let's Rise Up....! NFL News Today is a great day for sports as 32 teams will be looking to brighten their futures by picking up some of the best prospects out of college and drafting them to their respective N F L teams. T h i s N F L draft in my expert analysis will have at least two to three teams that will trade up or down in order to secure the best possibilities for their teams. This NFL draft has a lot of good quarterback prospects along with key defensive players who could be immediate impact players for the right team and system. Here's a look at what my first 10 picks mock draft looks like. 1. Jaguars- Trevor Lawrence QB 2. Jets- Zach Wilson QB 3. 49ers- Trey Lance QB 4. Falcons- Trade Down to #9 with Denver Broncos, Broncos at #4 take Justin Fields QB 5. Bengals- JaMarr Chase WR 6. Dolphins- Kyle Pitts TE 7. Lions- Penei Sewell OT
8. Panthers- Patrick Surtain Jr CB 9. Broncos- Trade Up with Falcons at #4, Falcons at #9 take Najee Harris RB 10. Cowboys- Raeshawn Slater OL To see the rest of my mock draft picks watch Monday Night Madness on Facebook Live and YouTube and Rise Up Unlimited Radio Show on WDAP Radio/Spreaker. com Buffalo Bills News With the #30 pick in the 2021 Draft, the Buffalo Bills selected no one because I really think the Bills will look to move up to grab a best available player, a defensive edge rusher or top cornerback in this draft. The Bills window for a Super Bowl title is now. The most impactful moves will need to be made in order to obtain their greatest potential. A player like Jaycee Horn, Najee Harris, Zaven Collins or Jayson Oweh could be an immediate impact player for the Bills. For more Bills news and updates watch Buffalo Bills Edition of Rise Up Early every Sunday at 10am on Facebook Live and YouTube. Buffalo Sabres News The Buffalo Sabres have played a little bit better under the tutelage of Dan Granato. The offense has produced in the more efficient manner but as Sabres fans know Dan Granato is very big on defense which is something they will look to improve in the offseason. A perfect example of the Sabres offense improving
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COUNTY OF ERIE 95 FRANKLIN STREET DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES BUFFALO, NEW YORK County of Erie, New York RFP RELEASE The Erie County Department of Social Services is seeking proposals from qualified agencies to provide Emergency Shelter and Supportive Services for the Homeless During Code Blue Activation. The RFP #2021-012VF can be found at http:// www.erie.gov and a complete copy of the package can also be obtained by contacting Carrie Godfrey, ECDSS, at 716-858-6086, or via Carrie.Godfrey@erie.gov. All correspondence, communications and/or contact with the County in regard to any aspect of this proposal shall be with the ECDSS contact person listed on the specific RFP. Prospective proponents, or their representatives, shall not make contact with or communicate with any representatives of the County, including employees and consultants, other than the designated person in regard to any aspect of this proposal. Final sealed proposals are due to the Erie County Department of Social Services, 95 Franklin Street, Room 804, Buffalo, New York 14202, by 4:00 p.m. (EST) on May 26, 2021. Erie County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive any informality. Marie A. Cannon, Commissioner of Social Services
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Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Name of LLC: JMMR, LLC Date of filing of Articles of Organization with NY Dept of State: 04/13/2021. Office of the LLC: 394 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 Erie County. The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of process to the LLC at 394 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202. Purpose of LLC: Any lawful purpos No specific duration attached to LLC April 29, May 6,13, 20,27 June 3 Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Name of LLC: 2727 Elmwood Ave, LLC Date of filing of Articles of Organization with NY Dept of State: 04/13/2021. Office of the LLC: 394 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 Erie County. The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of process to the LLC at 394 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202. Purpose of LLC: Any lawful purpose. No specific duration attached to LLC. April 29, May 6,13, 20,27 June 3 Notice of Formation or a Domestic Limited Liability Company NINE-FIVE SHOGUN, LLC. Art of Org. Filed with SSNY on 03/19/2021. Office: Erie County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 48 Marilyn Dr, Cheektowaga, NY 14225. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. April15,22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Highland Springs LLC, filed its Articles of Organization with NY Dept of State: January 21, 2021 The office of the LLC: will be located at 10430 Allen Road, East Concord, NY 14055 in Erie County. The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at the above named office.The LLC was formed with the intention of creating an agricultural business. The LLC is managed by Sarah Schneider. March 25 April 1,8,15,22, 29 Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company R&D Hospitality Services, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 3/4/21. Office in Erie County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 195 Glenwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14208. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. March 25 April 1,8,15,22, 29 Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company
Top City Estates LLC Articles of Organization filed on 03/29/2021 in Erie County. The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NY SOS shall mail copy of process to 333 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo NY, 14208. No dissolution date. Top City Estates LLC will serve as a real estate holdings company. April 22, 29, May 6,13, 20,27
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SMASH ZONE LLC. Filed with SSNY on 03/29/21. Office: Erie County. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail copy to: 2560 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214. Purpose: Any lawful. April15,22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
RICH$OUL COLLECTIONS LLC. Arts of org. Filed with the SSNY on 2/25/21. Office in erie county. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process. Against it may be served. SSNY should mail copy of the process to the address 384 pineridge rd, BUFFALO NY 14225. (Purpose any lawful purpose March 25 April 1,8,15,22, 29
Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company THE EDWOODS GROUP, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/04/2021. Office: Erie County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 2012 Bailey ave, Buffalo, NY 14211. Purpose: any lawful purpose. March 25 April 1,8,15,22, 29 Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Suga Soul LLC Arts. of Org. filled with the SSNY on 02/09/2021. Office: Erie County. SSNY is designated as an agent of the LLC upon whom the process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the LLC, 505 Berkshire Ave. Buffalo, NY 14201. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. April15,22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company KT Innovations LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/19/2021. Cty: Buffalo. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to Kyhir Turnage, 661 Minnesota Ave., Buffalo, 14215. General Purpose. March 25 April 1,8,15,22, 29
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community calendar Join The Dorothy Collier Community Center’s FREE Virtual Book Club! The Dorothy Collier Community Center’s FREE Virtual Book Club is starting a new book on Friday, April 30th @ 11AM. Participants will be reading Terry McMillan's latest book, "It's Not All Downhill From Here". For information or to register call (716)882-0602. • Here's the link to register or send to a friend to register: https://form.jotform.
Afro-American Historical Association of the Niagara Frontier, Inc. Family History Program Thursday, May 6 at 7:00 P.M. Dr. Patrick Freeman keynote speaker. Access the virtual program on Webex on Thursday, May 6th @ 7:00 PM AARP NY Brings Back Chef Alexa for Another Virtual Plant Based Cooking Class! Join AARP and Chef Alexa on Wednesdy, April ,28 and Wednesday May 5, 12,19 and 26 at 6pm each time to learn how to make healthy Plant-Based diet focusing on natural minimally processed foods made from plants that meet our daily nutritional need! Go to aarp. com to register or come by the challenger website for the link. This free event is for both members and non members. follow Chef Alexa on social media @eatoffart.
Second Annual Excellence in Education Awards
Sunday, May 2 at 8 p.m. on WBBZ-TV (channels 67 and 5), as well as simultaneously on the Excellence In Education Awards Buffalo Facebook page. Founders Terrance & Nina Heard
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COVID Emotional Support Helpline NY Project Hope Coping with COVID and Buffalo Urban League have teamed up to provide an emotional support helpline for those in need. The helpline provides information, education, emotional support, links and resources. The program can also provide virtual presentations on recognizing common reactions to covid, building coping skills for the recovery process, managing disaster-related stress and identifying and meeting children’s needs. The program is free, anonymous and confidential. To contact the emotional support helpline call 716 250-2478 Monday – Saturday 8am-7pm or email projecthope@buffalourbanleague.org .
The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor Commission Requests Community Input Community voice, view and presence is requested for Community Conversations. The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor Commission invites members of the public to an online Community Conversation on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 from 6 pm -7:30 pm to envision what the Corridor can and should, be and do, for the community. Register at Eventbrite link: h t t p s : / / w w w. e v e n t b r i t e . com/e/michigan-street-african-american-heritage-corridor-community-workshoptickets-151222993043
The Commission expresses its gratitude in advance for the time invested by participants.
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Why Should I Use A Mortgage Broker or Financing Consultant?
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by Calvin Hollie
enerally, when most people are looking to refinance their home mortgage, purchase investment property or start a business they tum to their local bank. The basic thought is that because I keep my money in XYZ Bank they should be willing to lend me money. After all I have been banking with them for over 10, 20 or even 30 years. While you would think that your bank or credit union would be just as loyal to you as you have been to them, the fact is, in the banking world lending money is a business. And in business you always want to limit your so-called risk and maximize your return. That my friend is the way most banks look at us, how much of a risk you or I will be. Unfortunately, for us African Americans, getting approved for the financing we both need and want is extremely difficult. In fact, according to Investopedia. com, in 2017, banks were twice as likely to provide business loans to White entrepreneurs than their Black counterparts. Conversely, they were also three times as likely to follow up with White applicants than with more qualified Black Business owners. Not to mention the challenges we face when buying a home or re-financing a current mortgage. According to an article published in the Washington Post dated May 23, 2018. In 2017 while overall about 1 of every 9
loan applications (10.8%) to purchase a home - and more than l in 4 applications (26.4%) for a refinance were denied. What's even more alarming is that the overall rate of denials of mortgage applications for Blacks was 18.4 percent in 2017, with 13.5 percent for Hispanics and 10.6 percent for Asians. For non-Hispanic Whites, it was only 8.8 percent. Conventional home purchase loans Black applicants received denial 19.3% of the time, and 39% Black applicants were denied a refinance loan. Which begs the question, "So why should I even try to get a loan?" For the most part most of these denials can be attributed to a couple of factors such as: 1.A weak borrower's profile. 2.Lack of knowledge of the mortgage and financing process. 3.Choosing the wrong type of mortgage product. And that's where a trusted mortgage or financing expert can come in. A mortgage professional can help if you want support sifting through mortgage options, pinpointing the best rates or overcoming unique borrowing challenges. Although you can shop for a mortgage on your own, a mortgage broker acts as a proverbial matchmaker to connect you with the right lender for your financing needs. Before heading to your local bank, here's what you
need to know about working with a mortgage broker or financing professional. Next: Part 2 -Conclusion
Blanc Photographie Charter School of Inquiry Board Meeting The Charter School of Inquiry's Board of Trustees (BOT) is holding its regular monthly business meeting on Tuesday, May 4 at 4:45 pmTo join the CSI Board Meeting, go to: h t t p s : / / z o o m . us/j/85907756585 enter passcode 168383 if prompted or to call in to the Zoom meeting: Dial 1-646-558-8656, enter Meeting ID# 85907756585 and Passcode 168383 when prompted.
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FIGHT FOR GOOD (pictured above) from left to right: Mani Mehrvarz, Naila Ansari, Dr. Kenyani Davis, Dr. Shilpa Kapoor, Dr. LaVonne Ansari, Maryam Muliaee. Photo Right top, Karla Thomas and (Bottom) NF Mayor, Robert Restaino, Dr. LaVonne Ansari, Diana Restaino. PHOTOS BY JACOB VOGAN
PANELISTS Pictured left to right: Dr. Kenyani Davis, Dr. Davis, Dr. Ansari, Dr. Kapoor, Naila Ansari, Dr. Shilpa Kapoor PHOTOS BY DON PATTERSON./DIAAB MANAGEMENT
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he Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. (CHCB) in collaboration with the Buffalo Documentary Project (BDP) and Burchfield Penney premiered Fight For Good, last Thursday, an excellent 22-minute film documenting the center’s efforts to provide continuous care to underserved patients of color in the face of inequity and systemic racism during the COVID-19 pandemic. The documentary explores the impact of CHCB physicians; the leadership role of women of color; and the challenges presented by healthcare disparities. The film captures candid, firsthand experiences, personal and organizational challenges in providing treatment, difficulties faced by families, and the impact of racism in the broader healthcare system. Featured in “starring roles” are Dr. LaVonne Ansari, Chief Executive Officer, CHCB, Inc., Dr. Kenyani Davis, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer, CHCB, Inc. Dr. Shilpa Kapoor, DDS, MS, BDS, Dental Director, CHCB, Inc.; three amazing women whose dedication and commitment to providing quality health care comes through clearly -- pandemic or no pandemic - as well as their deep, personal understanding of their roles as caregiver to the marginalized community. The excellently produced film is revealing and honest . Dr. Ansari’s humility, her knowledge of history, cultural sensitivity and her universal perspective as a woman of color, coupled with her professionalism, is impressive. A brief panel discussion with audience participation. followed the film and included Buffalo Documentary members Mani Mehrvarz, Founding Director; Maryam Muliaee, Art Director; and SUNY Buffalo State College professor Naila Ansari, film curator/interviewer. The Community Health Center's Karla Thomas hosted the event. Anyone who views this film with an open mind can only walk away enlightened, proud and appreciative of this noble “fight for good.” The film can currently be viewed on WBBZ MeTV on Thursday, April 29th, May 6th and May 13th at 12:30 PM.