Challenger Community News September 12, 2018 by Challenger Community News

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MVP Prayer for Peace Rally Highlights Courage, Caring and Commitment! Page 7

INSIDE ROCHESTER

Minister Evans Is Now An Ancestor Page 2

DON’T MISS THAT TRANE! Page 9

PROPERTY

What You Need to Know About the Upcoming City Auction! Page 3

ELECTION 2018

Beyond Politricks: Why Shaqurah Zackery’s Candidacy Matters Page 11

Jesse Clipper Post Celebrates 99th Anniversary! Page 4

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Fagan Dance Up Close & Personal at Minister Lawrance Lee Evans Sr. is Now An Ancestor... Garth Rochester Fringe Festival

Now in its 48th season, the world-renowned Garth Fagan Dance - deemed “unfailingly original” by the New York Times—joins the seventh annual Rochester Fringe Festival with a series of up close and personal performances. Attendees will see a rare glimpse into the dancers’ closed rehearsal process and the debut of three new company dancers. Performances will include sneak previews of Garth Fagan ‘s newest work as well as the ninth choreographic work of longtime dancer and muse Norwood Pennewell! Performances will be held in the Garth Fagan Dance Studio Theatre at 50 Chestnut Street in downtown Rochester. Evening performances will take place at 7p.m on September 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st. And matinee performances on the September 15th and 22nd at 2 p.m. will include a performance by the Garth Fagan Dance School Student Ensemble. For tickets: Tickets may be purchased online at www.rochesterfringe. com. Free street parking is available.

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of person by the love their children bestow upon them and this man’s children loved him with every breath in their body. Rest In Peace Minister Evans!”

Fri. Sept. 21st- a “Black Girls Matter Workshop”- will be held from 5:30-8:30pm at Trillium Health-, 259 Monroe Ave.- in the Day Health Dining Area. This event is an extension of A Call to Women of Color Social Gathering (ACTWOC). This is a free event. For more information, contact the event coordinator, Jackie Dozier at 585-210-4126 (office) or 585-760-3447 (cell) or email jdozier@ trilliumhealth.org

The National Black MBA Association Inc. of Western New York will host a Mixer on Monday, September 17 from 6-8 p.m. at the Bliss Desert and Wine Bar, 320 East Avenue in Rochester. The event is free. An MBA degree is not required to attend this event.

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he esteemed Minister Lawrance Lee Evans, of the First Community Interfaith Institute Inc., joined the ancestors on Sept. 9 after a brief illness. His family has made funeral arrangements to begin with a wake from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 13 at Aenon Baptist Church, 175 Genesee St., Rochester. Homegoing services will be held at Aenon Baptist the following morning, Friday, September 14 at 11 a.m. A Truly great man and leader in the Rochester community, Minister Evans created Doology, the discipline practiced at the only teaching church/ spiritual and cultural organization in Rochester, NY, known as First Community Interfaith Institute Inc. Minister Evans served as the National Minister of First Community Interfaith Institute Inc. and he came up with the idea of Doology as a teenager. He established the Institute in 1970. Doology teaches that positive action in your community or organization is valued more than just complaining. “Heaven received a community giant today,” read a statement from Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. “He was a man of great faith and perseverance.

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AREA BRIEFS

What You Need to Know About The Upcoming City Auction

238 Carlton VOTING MACHINE: Former Legislator community activist Betty Jean Grant; a one-woman voter registration machine!

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Get Out The Vote ( GOTV) Rally!

Preservation Buffalo Niagara is joining with the African Food Heritage Co-op (AFHC), the Fruit Belt Advisory Council, and the Community First Alliance in its on-going efforts to save 238 Carlton Street. The Food CoOp would bring this historic building back to life for use as a community-owned grocery store, bringing fresh food to this important neighborhood. 238 Carlton Street was originally built as a grocery store and keeping it intact and putting it back to its original use is a preservation win we all can support! Join in support of the historic Fruit Belt at 238 Carlton Saturday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A Get Out The Vote ( GOTV) Rally will be held Wednesday, September 12 at 1327 Jefferson Ave. from 5:30 -7 PM. Music will be provided by DJ Ces. Featured will be refreshments, speeches by candidates running in the Sept 13th Democratic Primary and a voter registration drive to increase voters for the mid term election. This event is free and is sponsored by We Are Women Warriors Community and Family Empowerment group.

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Legislator Baskin Is Fighting Hard To Have Holding Center Investigated

pril Baskin has repeatedly called on Attorney General Barbara Underwood to investigate the death of India Cummings at the Erie County Holding Center and the Attorney General has said that she would investigate but has repeatedly pushed back the date. This is on track to be Richard Metcalf all over again ! Metcalf was another Holding Center inmate who died in 2012.All total there have been 24 inmate deaths under Sheriff Howard's tenure. Legislator Baskin held a press conference last Friday to demand an immediate investigation. Her message: We will not accept this repeated violation of human rights and disregard for life any longer! Majority Leader Baskin is proposing a law to establish a permanent Corrections Specialist Advisory Board. At one time the Sheriff’s Department had such a board to protect inmates from neglect and mistreatment, but it died a natural death after a Republican supported majority took control of the Legislature four years ago. Erie County District Attorney John J. Flynn Jr. has said he thinks the Attorney General’s office or a special prosecutor should investigate Cumming’s death. A conflict of interest, he said, prevents his office from conducting an investigation.

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ctober means it is time again for the City Of Buffalo’s annual in rem auction of properties in default of back taxes. On Thursday, August 30th, the Buffalo Information Sharing Collective held a free public information session at Burning Books on Connecticut Street to give individuals who wish to participate in this year’s auction important background information. B.I.S.C. is a loosely formed group of people with individual expertise in a variety of fields such as credit and banking, real estate, building and remodeling, and just about any other topics Buffalonians might need help with. “We live in the age of the internet,” said the group’s point man Ahmad Nieves. “So much is coming over, we don’t know what’s real and what is not real and can be easily overwhelmed. To move forward as a society we need to share our resources, and one of those resources is information.” Ahmad owns six pieces of property that he has bought through the city’s auction in past years. The first step is to go to BuffaloNY.gov/839/Inrem51-Foreclosure-Listings on your computer. This list is frequently updated as properties become available. Make your own list of several properties you might wish to target. Secondly, drive by and visit those parcels. Ahmad’s brother, Ayat Nieves of Red Door Real Estate WNY, said this is a crucial piece of homework not to be missed. Tread with caution though. Seemingly abandoned lots are still private property, and standard laws about trespassing still apply. Third, find out which tax district each of your targeted properties falls in. Tax districts 1 through 5 are auctioned on the first day (Friday 10/15), districts 6 through 10 on the second day (10/16), and 11 through 14 on the last (10/17). Next, secure your monies for purchasing way ahead of time. On the day of the auction buyers are expected to put down a deposit of 20% or $500, whichever number is greater. The rest--plus an additional $325 filing fee--is due by mid-December. Failure to pay in full by that date puts the property back into the city’s pool, and the bidder forfeits their deposit. Some Things To Keep In Mind Ahmad warned those who bid beyond what they are ready to put down immediately will be politely escorted away by uniformed officials and barred from returning to future auctions. It used to be a common practice that cagey agents would overbid on desirable properties knowing that when they failed to come up with the deposit during the break, the property would be available again later that day at a steal once competing bidShow up armed with made ders had unwittingly left. A useful bit of information to keep in mind facts (and cash) on should you lose a property you had your heart set on to another bidthe weekend of Oc- der. If you can spare the time, wait around a little in a last ditch effort if circumstances play out such that it becomes available again. tober 15, 16, and to see It is important to understand that until the auctioneer opens her 17 at the Buffalo mouth to announce a particular lot, the current owner still has the Niagara Convention right to clear the back debt or negotiate a new settlement with the Surprisingly, this actually does happen quite often. That’s one of Center, 153 Franklin city. the reasons you should have several properties in mind going in. The Street, at 9am! availability list printed even that morning is not set in stone. If you are a party on the unpleasant end of this transaction, meaning yours is the property being sold, you have a horse in this race too. Every penny beyond your arrears to the city belongs in a check coming back to you. Yes, you heard correctly. That can mean having your debt wiped out, and a few dollars to make a new start. Many people are unaware of this, and that surplus money languishes in the N.Y. State pot of unclaimed funds. Contact the WNY Law Center to find out how to turn this windfall into real money for you. The bidding starts at $500 for vacant lots, $1,000 for lots with homes. It used to be the case that one could easily expect to walk away with a sweetheart deal, but not anymore. Word of Buffalo as a city on the “come-up” has spread and out of town, even foreign, investors come to these auctions with deep pockets ready to lay cash on the barrelhead. Reports from last year’s event said many potential individual homesteaders left outbid and scratching their heads. Ahmad put forth that even buying just a vacant lot is a smart investment at this time “because it’s better in your hands than in some developer’s”. The popularity of urban farming can make that lot an income generator sooner than you think. Local supermarkets such as Lexington Co-op, and especially juice bars like Ashker’s on Elmwood, are very progressive about cooperating with and purchasing from local independant produce growers on a regular basis. Crops like kale, swiss chard and other greens are in high demand. Burning Books’ facility was standing-room-only for this evening’s presentation. Store owners Leslie Pickering and his wife Theresa bought this location at auction themselves in 2008 for a modest price. The savings on the property “has been a vital element of our business model,” said Leslie. “Because we got it at such a reasonable price, it has enabled us to make space for more arts and cultural events,” instead of only sponsoring those immediately contributing to a pending mortgage payment. You are now ready to show up armed with facts (and cash) on the weekend of October 15th, 16th, and 17th at downtown’s Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, 153 Franklin Street, at 9am. Parking is always a challenge in this part of town so be sure to time yourself accordingly and bring lots of quarters. Check the B.I.S.C. Facebook page for future info sessions, also in the Somali and Spanish languages, preceding October 15th.

BLACK HISTORY STUDIES... Part 2

8. The ancient Egyptian city of Kahun was the world’s first planned city. Rectangular and walled, the city was divided into two parts. One part housed the wealthier inhabitants – the scribes, officials and foremen. The other part housed the ordinary people. The streets of the western section in particular, were straight, laid out on a grid, and crossed each other at right angles. A stone gutter, over half a metre wide, ran down the center of every street. 9. Toilets and sewerage systems existed in ancient Egypt. 10 . Sudan has more pyramids than any other country on earth – even more than Egypt. 11. Bling culture has a long and interesting history. Gold was used to decorate ancient Sudanese temples. 12. In around 300 BC, the Sudanese invented a writing script that had twenty-three letters of which four were vowels and there was also a word divider. Hundreds of ancient texts have survived that were in this script. Some are on display in the British Museum. 13. In central Nigeria, West Africa’s oldest civilization flourished between 1000 BC and 300 BC. Discovered in 1928, the ancient culture was called the Nok Civilization, named after the village in which the early artefacts were discovered. 14. West Africans built in stone by 1100 BC. 16. By 250 BC, the foundations of West Africa’s oldest cities were established such as Old Djenné in Mali. 17. Kumbi Saleh, the capital of Ancient Ghana, flourished from 300 to 1240 AD. Located in modern day Mauritania, archaeological excavations have revealed houses, almost habitable today, for want of renovation and several stories high. “Our

history did not begin in chains. It will not end in chains.”

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A Message From Commander Dr. Paulette Woods

American Legion Jesse Clipper Post # 430 To Host 99th Anniversary Awards Banquet

he American Legion Jesse Clipper Post # 430 is celebrating its 99th Anniversary with a Celebratory Awards Dinner at 6:30pm on Saturday, September 22 at Lucarelli’s Banquet Center, 1830 Abbott Road, Lackawanna. Award recipients are; Western New York Heroes, Sam Feaster Administer, Buffalo VA Medical Center and Debbera Ransom, Commander Johnnetta R. Cole AMVETS Post # 24. The guest speaker is Barbara MillerWilliams, Erie County Legislator and Army Veteran. Tickets are $50 and include a three-course dinner and live music. For tickets call 986-1025. Tickets will not be sold at the door. The Jesse Clipper American Legion Post 430 was founded on September 16, 1919 by 15 African American World War I veterans to honor the service of United States Army Corporal Jesse Clipper. Our post namesake is a significant part of Buffalo New York's history. Before being drafted into the army Jesse Clipper was an Entertainer and performer in an African-American Vaudeville group and Vice president of the Colored Musicians Local 533 in 1917. Corporal Jesse Clipper served in the 317th engineers Corps during World War 1 on the front lines in France and was the first African American Soldier from Buffalo to die in the war. -A Message From Commander WoodsProud Members of The Jesse Clipper Post #430. The Jesse Clipper post has a proud history of service to the Buffalo community. It has sponsored scholarships, parades, basketball teams and Flag Day events to inspire Americanism in our youth. Members can be found volunteering at the Veterans hospital, at the Freedom Lounge, at High Point Hospices , working with Homeless veterans, performing Honor Guard Services, and speaking and volunteering at over 50 organizations. The Jesse Clipper American Legion Post#430 has taken a leadership role in this community for 99 years. Legionnaires from this post continue to hold critical leadership positions in Buffalo and Western New York. However Legionnaires be aware: The state of our democracy is at a crossroads of whether we will be guided by fear versus inclusiveness. We are at a critical time in America. The country we love and fought for faces its greatest challenge since President Lincoln questioned: "Whether a nation founded on the principles that All men are created equal, can long endure?" Veterans Black, White, Hispanic Muslim, immigrants of all colors and creeds, - have fought to defend America and American principles in 12 Wars. We must unite this nation again, to stand against hatred and Nazis and KKK men marching in our streets. Leadership must once again come from our veterans! As the Jesse Clipper Post #430 approaches its 100 year anniversary, it and all veterans must pick up the mantle of leadership in our communities to honor Americanism, to educate our youth Unity and love must be our mantra and as veterans we must take leadership if this nation is to endure!

National/International How Senegal And Its Astronomers Are Helping NASA’s New Horizons Program Make Discoveries in Space By Jaime Yaya Barry & Dionne Searcey via nytimes.com

DAKAR, Senegal — When Salma Sylla was a little girl, she tried to find relief from Senegal’s steamy hot season by retreating to the roof of her home to sleep. Restless and overheated, she would lie awake staring at the stars. The area where she lived outside Dakar, the capital, had no electricity, and the heavens sparkled. She tried to count the stars, realizing more shone on some nights than on others. Ms. Sylla, now 37, was intrigued. But studying the stars in Senegal was not easy: High school courses were limited; libraries rarely had books on space; telescopes were few and expensive. Not much has improved since Ms. Sylla was a girl; astronomy offerings are extremely limited in Senegal’s universities. But officials

here hope to change that, as part of a mission to improve science, technology, engineering and math skills by bolstering the country’s university programs and building a science and research center. The undertaking is part of “Emerging Senegal,” a broad development strategy by President Macky Sall that also includes plans for a planetarium. The effort got a lift recently, when Senegal welcomed a team of more than three dozen scientists from the United States and France, part of NASA’s New Horizons program. The scientists fanned out across the countryside in hopes of observing the silhouette cast by an ancient chunk of rock orbiting beyond Pluto as it passed in front of a bright star. The viewing was intended to help the team prepare for when the plutonium-powered

New Horizons spacecraft passes by the object — nicknamed Ultima Thule (Beyond the Known World) — on New Year’s Eve. “This is the farthest exploration of anything in space that has ever taken place, by quite a lot,” said Alan Stern, project leader for NASA’s New Horizons mission. “We are way, way out there.” For the scientists, coming to Senegal was a process of elimination. Most of the areas that offered the best viewing were in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The other options — in neighboring Mali, for example — were in areas patrolled by violent extremists. The countryside of Senegal is peaceful, parts of it do not have electricity, and many rural areas are sparsely populated. That was a bonus for the scientists, who wanted a clear sky, free of light. Still, Senegal was a risky proposition. The area is on the cusp of the rainy season, and cloudy skies threatened to block the event, which occurred early Saturday and lasted less than a second. Scientists are still evaluating Contiued Page11

HEALTH MATTERS

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EOC HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR The UBEOC Health and Wellness Fair is a free event that will feature comprehensive health checks from various providers within Western New York. This free family- friendly event will focus on wellness screening which includes blood pressure checks, bone density, BMI, dental, visual acuity, smoking cessation and more! This event will be Thursday, September 27, from 10am- 2pm at UBEOC Conference Center, 555 Ellicott St., Buffalo NY. For additional information please contact Wilhelmina Jones at 716-6451995 or via email at wjones2@buffalo.edu

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New Hope Baptist Church 2018 Dr. MLK Scholarship Winners The Christian Education Scholarship Committee of New Hope Baptist has selected the 2018 Dr. Martin Luther King scholarship award recipients. This year's recipients include: Kayla Robinson Jevon Whittington Keyira Rashada Austin Watkins Karion Carter Gerald Pierre Ajaynae Davis Tamonie Woods Anita Frasier Brandon Barksdale The 2018 New Hope Baptist Graduating Church Member is Alexa Billingslea who graduated from Erie Community College. These aspiring young adults were honored in June at the church’s new 2090 Genesee Street location. Congratulations to All!

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Second Baptist Church 91st Anniversary Homecoming Celebration Rev Mark E. Blue, Associate Minister, Rev Terrence L. Melvin and the entire Second Baptist Church family invite the community to join them on their 91st Anniversary Homecoming celebration. A Revival, September 12-14 (Wednesday thru Friday) at feature special Evangelist Rev. Dr. Leory Adams Dr. (formerly of Buffalo). He is Pastor of the Morning Star Baptist Church, Omaha Nebraska. Services will be held at 7p.m. nightly. Featured each night are lectures emphasizing our theme “Seeking and Lifting Jesus thru Worship." On Wednesday night, Rev. Ulysees Wingo Sr. Pastor of Antioch Baptist Church will be featured; on Thursday night Elder Andre Clark, Pastor New Direction Christian Fellowship; and on Friday, William Gillison Jr. Pastor of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church. We will continue on Sunday September 16 beginning at 9 a.m. with Rev. Terrence L Melvin and the “Bible and Me” class and Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Mmorning Praise and Worshi begins at 11 a.m. Pastor Keith Mobley and the Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church will join us at 3:30p.m. for the conclusion of our celebration. We extend a spec ial invitation to all former members to “Come Back Home!”

“A Royal Evening of Jazz at Metro”

The United Methodist Men & Women of Metropolitan UM Church will sponsor “A Royal Evening of Jazz at Metro” with the Charles Reedy Band on Friday, September 14 from 7 - 10 p.m. at Metropolitan UM Church, located at 657 Best Street. Please join us for a royal evening of food, good music, and great fellowship. Cost is only $20 in advance and $22 at the door. Tickets are available, please contact the church office, (716) 891-5652. Lynelle Reed and Clarence Perry, III are co-chairs. The Pastor is Angela Stewart, Sr.

Deacons’ Alliance 42 Annual Banquet The Deacons’ Alliance 42nd Banquet will be held Friday September 14 at The redeeming Life Center 107 Verplank St. ( Cold Spring COGIC) with speaker Pastor Frank Bostick of Pilgrim Baptist Church. For tickets call Sis. Gayles by Tues. Sept. 11th at 885-6348 or Bro. Wiley 830-7803. Your support helps us to carry out the mission of Camp Woodside, which is to provide a beautiful country setting for Christian instruction, camping, fellowship and sports activities.

Delaware Avenue Baptist Health Fair! The Health Ministry of Delaware Avenue Baptist Church is having a Health Fair on September 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church , 965 Delaware Ave. The focus is to promote good health and eliminate disease. Health screenings, health information, flu shots, refreshments, prizes and gift bags will be provided. Please joint and increase your knowledge in disease prevention. All our welcome.

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MVP Prayer for Peace Rally Highlights Courage, Caring and Commitment

ll of the seats under the huge white revivaltype tent on the corner of Fillmore and Jewett Parkway were filled to capacity last Sunday afternoon. The occasion was a “Prayer for Peace Rally” hosted by the Most Valuable Parents organization (MVP) to cap their six-week presence in the Central Park area in the wake of multiple shootings. MVP was there organizing and recruiting parents, posting peace signs and engaging the young men in the community. The group’s prayer rallies are rooted in Chronicles 7:14: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” Bishop T. Anthony Bronner of Elim Christian Fellowship and the Elim Church family opened its doors to the young organization to meet during their stay in the area. Addressing the rally on the importance of unity, Bishop Bronner's words were uplifting, direct and instructive. “If we are interested, invested and involved” with our chil-

SISTERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Paramount Chapter No. 57 presents “Sisters Making A Difference” 72nd anniversary and scholarship ball. This event will be held on Saturday, October 6 with 6p.m. cocktails and 7p.m. dinner at Marigold Manor, 770 Marigold Dr., Cheektowaga NY. Donation $55. For tickets contact Sis. Pamela at 716-4720372 or Sis. Dorothea BaxterHughes at 716-560-9188.

Trinity’s Women’s Day 2018 I Am Victorious! The Trinity Women’s Day takes place September 22 and September 23 at Trinity Baptist Church 1366 South Ave in Niagara Falls NY. Rev Karen M Anderson Hardaway /Pastoral Assistant/Chairperson , Rev. Dr. Jimmie Hardaway, Jr. is Pastor.

dren, he taught, we will see a great and positive outcome. But we have to show unity and collaboration with one another in order for God, “who is always on ready” to make himself appear. “MVP is so very important because it gives us a sense of unity,” he continued (and) “unity means peace…this is mind-blowing for the enemy.” He expressed hope that such a gathering and movement would be ongoing. MVP founder Neal Dobbins shared a story of courage that riveted the audience. Arriving home recently he saw a young woman chastising some young boys on his street. He thought at first it was just a domestic argument. But when he heard the word “gun” he decided to investigate. “She was going in…she was letting them have it” he said, “and she is pregnant!” Her concern was that the boys were shooting in the neighborhood around the children. “She showed no fear” recalled Neal. When she identified the youth she believed had the gun, Neal approached him and asked him to turn it over. He gave it up without a problem.

But a 17 year old who arrived on the scene claimed the gun was his. “He had this kind of ‘I don’t care if I live or die attitude’ " Neal recalled. He said he engaged the youth in conversation and offered to take him to get something to eat. Their conversation continued. A lot was revealed. Neal offered advice. They exchanged contact information, and in the end the youth broke down and thanked him for taking the gun and sparing him from “getting into trouble.” That single act may well have saved a life. “We can’t expect the community to change and we remain the same,’ Pastor Anthony Brown offered. And the blame can’t all be placed on the youth caught up in these cycles of violence. “We have to ask forgiveness of our own sins…not just these young brothers and sisters. We have to take a full examination of ourselves to see if we’re fit for the race” he declared to shouts of approval. “If we don’t fit – then step aside! “We’ve been poor saints,” he concluded. “But if we ever get on one accord, under the spirit of oneness…we will

REVIVAL AT MT. ZION A Revival, Healing Deliverance Restoration, will take place at Mt. Zion Community Sanctuary, 1547 Genesee St., Buffalo NY, on September 10-16 at 7p.m. nightly. The theme: There’s Conditions. However, “You can have everything in God” II Chronicles 7:14. Featured guest will be Evangelist Myracle Reed of Bridge of Hope Global Pittsburgh, PA; Elder Warren Adams of Mt. Ararat Temple of Prayer; Evangelist Harold Hamilton of Mt. Ararat Temple of Prayer; Pastor Kenneth Simmons of Cold Spring Bible Chapel; and Pastor Anthony M. Brown is the Host Pastor.

bombard heaven and God will open the floodgates and open doors that’s shut and shut doors no man can open!" The rally, organized by MVP, was the vision of Neal Dobbins. Pastor Kenny Simmons of Cold Spring Bible Chapel, Pastor Anthony Brown of Mt. Zion Community Sanctuary, and Bishop T. Anthony Bronner of Elim organized the ministers participation. Additional spiritual leaders included Minister Dahveed Muhammad of Muhammad’s Mosque #23 (who delivered a rousing opening prayer); Pastor Carl Matthews, Fishers of Men Ministries; Pastor Fred Gelsey, One In Christ Temple; and Lenny Lane of the F.A.T.H.E.R.S. organization. MVP will focus on the Fruit Belt area for the next six weeks, followed by an-

COURAGE, CARING, COMMITMENT: Bro. Neal Dobbins, founder of the Most Valuable Parents organization, introduces his neighbor Shaureese, at Sunday's Prayer for Peace Rally. Shaureese courageously confronted some young boys with a gun on her street. The outcome, with Bro. Neal's intervention, was positive.

other Prayer for Peace Rally. Pastor Michael Chapman and the St. John Baptist Church family is providing space for their meetings. Dobbins thanked the clergy for their

involvement in MVP’s efforts to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of young people caught up in the violence, their victims, families and the community. -A.B.

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SKOVU TV FILM SCREENING SKOVU TV will present a Free Screening of the film The Blackness Project on Monday September 17th at True Bethel Baptist Church 907 E. Ferry at 6 p.m., with discussion to follow. Learn more about the film online at www.theblacknessproject.org and learn about SKOVU TV at www.skovu.com

AIN'T NO PARTY LIKE A JEFFERSON AVENUE BLOCK PARTY! Pictured above are scenes from the second annual Jefferson Avenue Block Party to kick off Funk Fest Weekend August 24th & 25th! Created by Dolly Michelle Randle of CASNY the party featured non stop old school classics delivered by DJ EZ Ed, DJ Papa Trini,DJ Stoney and DJ Big Poppa.See you next year! Challenger Photos

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ON STAGE PURLIE ON STAGE AT THE PAUL ROBESON THEATRE! Purlie! Will be performed on the stage of the Paul Robeson Theatre at the African American Cultural Center September 14-October 7. The 2018-2019 season lineup also includes The Color Purple for two days only Oct. 20-Oct. 21 and the August Wilson Monologue Competition February 9, 2019. Also on Stage: August Wilson’s King Headly II Nov. 9-Dec. 2; Native Son, Jan. 18Feb. 10; the world premiere of The Sidewalk Stageplay March 15-April 7; and Three Sistah’s May 3-May 26. For more information go to www.accbuffalo.org or paulrobesontheatrebuffao@gmail. com or call 884-2013. Become a subscriber and enjoy an exciting season of excellent Black theatre!

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HAPPY 92ND BIRTHDAY COLTRANE! Burchfield Penney and Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective co-present Annual Three-Day Jazz Festival by Renata Toney The musical virtuosity and global appeal of John Coltrane continues to top music charts 51 years after his death. When Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album was released June 29, 2018, it soared to 21 on the Billboard 200, his highest charting ever. The studio album was cut by the classic John Coltrane Quartet in 1963 two years before A Love Supreme. It was then stashed away, lost for years. The Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective and Burchfield Penney Art Center will celebrate the perpetual jazz form of the colossus saxophonist at its annual three-day John Coltrane Birthday Celebration September 20 – 22, 2018. This year’s headliners are Rob Dixon with the George Caldwell Trio; and Gary Bartz accompanied by the Curtis Lundy Trio. The multitalented line-up of conversations, performances and screenings include: Thursday, September 20 - 7 PM Lecture / Discussion - Chas With Jazz: At the BON TON Jazz Club with Charles Mancuso accompanied by pianist George Caldwell The legendary Bon Ton, formerly located at East Ferry and Waverly streets, was a leading jazz club in the early 1960s. Chuck Mancuso, SUNY Buffalo State professor and jazz aficionado, will present a talk on the iconic night club accompanied by Grammy Award-winning pianist George Caldwell playing the sounds of Bon Ton jazz. Friday, Sept. 21, 201 -8 p.m. Rob Dixon with the George Caldwell Trio / Guest appearances by Ahmad Pleasant and Amari McDade Nationally recognized saxophonist Rob Dixon has worked with Illinois Jacquet, Ali from A Tribe Called Quest, Count Basie band, Rufus Reid, composer Bill Lee (Spike Lee’s father), Jonah Jones and Mike Clark’s “Indigo Blue.” Fully tenured jazz piano legend George Caldwell presided over the ivory 88s for the Count Basie Orchestra winning a “Best Large Jazz Ensemble Performance” Grammy in 1996. He is also instrumental in co-organizing the annual John Coltrane celebration at the Burchfield Penney. Saxophonist Ahmad Pleasant coveted 1st place prize in the 2018 Buffalo's Got Talent competition; Amari McDade is a vocal major at the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Per-

forming Arts. Tickets: $20 general public; $10 for Burchfield Penney and PMLJC members, limited to two tickets per membership. Saturday, September 22 -12 NOON The Progressions Quartet A taste of Buf- Headlining Artists L/R Curtis Lundy ,Rob Dixon, falo’s next emerg- George Caldwell, Gary Bartz ing generation of jazz musicians. hard bop school. Lundy also Ahmad Pleasant (saxophone), serves as the International MuChristian Bowman (drums), sic Director for the Pappy MarOscar Woodrich (guitar), Jack- tin Legacy Jazz Collective. son Edwards and (bass) will Guest performances by vocalpay tribute to John Coltrane. ist Sehrea N'dayu/choreogra-1 PM pher Jai Robinson and saphonScreenings | Coltrane Short ist Ahmad Pleasant- Sehrea is Films a vocal major at Buffalo AcadThe Church of Saint John Col- emy for Visual and Performing trane – documentary on the Arts; Jai attends Nichols High culture and spirit of the con- School and trains in jazz, tap, gregation founded in 1971 as contemporary/lyrical, ballet the Saint John Coltrane African and hip hop Ahmad Pleasant Orthodox Church in San Fran- earned 1st place distinction in cisco. the 2018 Buffalo's Got Talent Interview with John Coltrane competition. June 15, 1958 - interview by August Blume conducted while Tickets are $30 general Coltrane was appearing in Bal- public; $15 Burchfield Pentimore with the Miles Davis' ney and Pappy Martin Legacy Quintet. Jazz Collective members (limit Admission is free with gallery two member-priced tickets per admission. membership) -6:30 PM Greg Millar Quartet - Guitarist ALL TICKETS CAN BE Greg Millar and tenor saxo- PURCHASED IN ADVANCE phonist Nelson Rivera will rec- BY CALLING (716) 878reate a classic album from 1958 6011 DURING MUSEUM that featured Coltrane paired as HOURS. a sideman with legendary guitarist Kenny Burrel This year's John Coltrane -8 PM promotional illustration was Gary Bartz with the Curtis Lun- designed by artist Stacey Robdy Trio inson, a University at BufIn the 1960s, Gary Bartz falo MFA graduate and Arthur joined the Max Roach/Abbey Schomburg fellow. Limited Lincoln Group and the Charles edition commemorative posters Mingus Jazz Workshop. In will be available for purchase 1965, he joined Art Blakey’s during the festival in the CenJazz Messengers. Around the ter’s gift shop. same time, he began working “The Pappy Martin Legacy with McCoy Tyner and their Jazz Collective restructured relationship deepened the influ- earlier this year to integrate ence of John Coltrane on Bartz. the five pillars of the late PapIn 1970, Miles Davis asked py Martin's vision under one him to perform with his band at umbrella organization,” said the historic Isle of Wight Fes- Dawn Martin Berry-Walker. tival. In the same year, Bartz “Our mission is to educate, elalso formed his own group, Ntu evate and celebrate an original Troop. Overall, he has recorded American art form. From the more than 40 solo albums and summer jazz festival and Love over 200 as a guest artist. More Supreme School of Music, to recently, he released Coltrane the John Coltrane celebration, Rules: Tao of a Music Warrior, we honor the significance of Live at the Jazz Standard Vol- jazz. We thank the Burchfield ume 1 and Volume 2. Penney for its generosity once Curtis Lundy is arguably one again in partnering with us to of the most prolific in-demand help sustain my father’s footbassists on the modern jazz print." For More Info about the scene. He is a disciple of the John Coltrane celebration go mainstream, straight ahead, to: www.burchfieldpenney.org

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Rental Assistance Corp. of Buffalo (RACB) has announced it will accept online applications for Section 8 rental assistance beginning at 10 a.m. Monday September 24 through 3 p.m. Friday October 19. The wait list has been closed for over five years. RACB administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program on behalf of the City of Buffalo and provides rental assistance to approximately 5,000 families throughout Erie County. Applicants must meet the income guidelines and preference will be given to applicants who live or work in Erie County. For more information call John McMahon at 882-006 ext. 122, or email jmc@racbny.org.

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HOMICIDE PREVENTION Get educated today and prevent homicide through education. Change the mindset of a generation. This event will take place 12pm on September 15, at One in Christ Temple, 940 Broadway Ave. For more information contact 716-570-9573. Sponsored by Community Solutions & MVP.

TRUE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION True Community Development Corporation new homes for sale at 825, 831, and 845 E. Ferry St., Buffalo NY 14211. True CDC has made homeownership opportunities available to income eligible, first-time homebuyers who meet the required guidelines. Owner-occupancy is required upon purchase. Down payment and closing cost assistance grants may be available. For more information please contact Shana Taylor at 716-322-1900.

CALIFORNIA’S WILDFIRES In California, almost 95 percent of fires are started by people, and about 7 percent of those are caused by arson, according to Lynne Tolmachoff, the chief of public education at Cal Fire. The rest are mostly fires started by lightning, or other acts of Mother Nature such as wind taking own a power line. Climate changes make it more difficult to control the fire.

The First Amendment Club Endorses Shaqurah Zackery !

Represent Yourself and Respect Yourself ! (because no one else will...)

By John Duke

dds are, if you’re reading this in the Challenger News, you’re a voter in the 63rd State Senate District and chances are you respect your right to vote and you want your vote respected. Your vote has a lot of value. It wasn’t that long ago when our nation had a Black President, Barrack Obama, our state had a Black Governor, David Paterson, our State Senator was Antoine Thompson and our City Mayor Byron Brown. Each of them deserved their offices and deserved each vote that was cast for them. But now times have changed drastically, and changed for the worse. It doesn’t have to be that way, but only you can change it, and only if you’ll “put down the remote and go out and vote” tomorrow (Thursday, September 13, 2018). Shaqurah Zackery, an African-American attorney is running for the New York State Senate, bringing new hope and intelligence to a state government that is filled with corrupt officials. Not surprisingly, corrupt political officials hate her for it. According to the Buffalo News last Wednesday, Zackery’s opponent is now spending $10,000 a day to defend himself from her campaign. That’s $70,000 a week for a job that doesn’t pay $70,000 a year? Zackery’s opponent claims in multiple mailers and television commercials that he accomplished a lot. While the truth is just the opposite. He didn’t accomplish anything. That’s because he couldn’t. It wasn’t his fault. He’s a Democrat in the New York State Senate and they have little say in what happens in government. It's just as bad for Republicans in the New York State Assembly where they have no say. Nothing says dishonest like the New York State of Corruption and it’s politricking time. This week, The Public, another large weekly newspaper endorsed Shaqurah Zackery. According to The Public’s Endorsement Page “Since the beginning of the year, Zackery’s opponent has spent almost $393,000. Why so much money? There are no public polls out there, but presumably Tim Kennedy feels as vulnerable as he did when Betty Jean Grant nearly beat him in a previous primary challenge, despite, like Zachery, having little money and little campaign organization. Privately activists and labor leaders say the same thing... they don’t trust Tim Kennedy. According to The Public “Maybe it’s the brand he will always wear in political circles for caucusing with Republicans while a county legislator to deliver then Erie County Executive Chris Collins a majority. Maybe it’s his cozy relationship with Ralph Lorigo and the Erie County Conservative Party, or with the two Steves, Pigeon and Casey, who used to wield considerable political power in this town before they were sidelined by criminal investigations. Maybe it’s the uncomfortable suspicion that anyone who takes in so much campaign cash must be selling something. Zachery is a solid Democrat, a woman, and an African American; this region could use more of all three in the state Senate.”

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We The People Petition Campaign To Replace MLK Monument Update: 4,161 Signatures and Counting!

Dear Editor: This is a public update on the progress of the Coalition to Save MLK Park. The petition campaign is pleading for the removal of the image on exhibit in MLK Park, that deliberately or negligently alters the image of the great American Rev. Dr. King Jr. We are petitioning for the immediate removal and replacement. It never did look like Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. since the 1983 unveiling of which I was among many who witnessed it. It has been 35 years that disgraced image has been sitting in MLK Park on Buffalo’s Eastside. There are those who would say that the statue was never supposed to look like Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. It was supposed to represent a symbolic African. Rev. King was born in Alabama on American soil as a Black man not an African. Enough of symbolism we want realism. In 1982 I donated $100 of my hard earned money at St. John Baptist Church. The late Rev. Bennett Smith and Mr. Clifford Bell, was asking those of us who were present for donations to build a statue of Rev. King Jr.; one which even Stevie Wonder would look at the statue and say in front of everyone that it looks like Dr. King. It’s important that I share a conversation I had with our esteemed Assemblywoman. We were outside of WUFO radio station and I explained to her the concern of the We The People Petition Campaign was to collect 10,000 names of residents who live in Erie County, City of Buffalo and the State of New York, who would like to remove the distorted image that does not look like Rev. Dr. King Jr. Her response: “I don’t care if you get 10,000, 15,000 or 50,000 signatures that Black head is not going anywhere.” I advised her that I would be letting my listening audience know on my radio show and the public would know. I also advised her that the state has nothing to do with this issue and that the black head is the property of the City of Buffalo. The recent update on the lack of responses of the 85 Black churches that were sent letters on June 1st is that as of September 9th only five churches have responded. I’m praying that members will ask their pastors if they have the petition and if they can have members sign them. On the brighter side as of September 9th the Coalition to Save MLK Park petition drive has collected on paper 4,161, names in support of correcting that wrong. I want to thank those who helped in the circulation and signing. We are seven months into the first phase. I need help in carrying our petitions .We have to reach over our goal of 10,000 signatures by Rev. Dr. King’s next national holiday in 2019. For more information contact this writer, chairman of the coalition to save MLK Park at 716-560-4692. -Samuel A. Herbert

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SPOKEN WORD... HRU By Maati Ka Ra Thoughts are things Outside our crown, Knowing if you let them in, You become with them as one. But thoughts are things Of varying degrees And if you choose wisely You ultimately get to see Your Paradise… So let us be like Heru Whose thoughts were so high He blended with the sky.

SENEGALESE ASTRONOMERS continued data from the viewing, but the skies turned out to be clear and they are hopeful. Senegal was an enthusiastic host. About two dozen Senegalese astronomers and scientists, including Ms. Sylla, accompanied the New Horizons team in the field and contributed to the viewing. African countries have racked up their own space achievements. Moroccan astronomers have discovered comets, asteroids and planets outside our solar system. Ghana’s first satellite is now orbiting the earth. Students in Tunisia have organized public events to observe the sky, even though they do not have an observatory. “Astronomy is virtually as popular in Africa as it is everywhere in the world,” said David Baratoux, the president of the African Initiative for Planetary Sciences and Space, who is based in France. The biggest hindrance is money. The United States spends more on its space program than the value of Senegal’s entire economy. The 21 high-powered telescopes brought by the New Horizons team were nearly double the number of telescopes available in all of Senegal.

Buffalo Afro-Dogs First Annual Suit Up for Success Career Workshop The Buffalo Afro Dogs will host its first Suit Up for Success Career Workshop, Saturday, September 29 from 11:30a.m.- 2:30p.m., 1095 Genesee Street.This one day workshop will provide information regarding career preparation, coaching, professional suits, shirts and ties and grooming. The Northland Corridor and Community Action Organization will also participate.If you are interested in donating a men's suit, please contact buffalochapterafrodogs@gmail.com

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Beyond Politricks: Why Shaqurah Zackery’s Candidacy Matters

n the eve of Primary Election Day, Thursday, September 13, we join our progressive friends, conscientious people of color, and independent thinkers and visionaries, in proudly endorsing Shaqurah Zackery for New York State Senator in the 63rd District.

Aside from her impressive credentials as an educator and attorney who has fought on behalf of families and children, our seniors and civil rights for over 15 years, Attorney Zackery stands on the right side of history. It is important that the community stand with this intelligent and capable young woman by going to the polls and voting 10-A. Regardless of the outcome, Shaqurah Zackery is a winner because she dared to step to the plate to lay claim to a much sought after state senate seat – following in the footsteps of the likes of Arthur O. Eve, Frank Mesiah, Richard Clark, Ted Kirkland, David Collins, Eddie Herndon, and the interminable Betty Jean Grant who lost the Primary by a mere 300-plus votes in 2012. Only two African Americans have ever been elected to serve in the state senate from Buffalo – current Mayor Byron Brown and former State Senator Antoine Thompson. Today we have no Blacks in the New York State senate representing upstate. There are no African Americans in this exclusive Albany club from Buffalo, Rochester or Syracuse. This is 2018. Not 1820! Attorney /educator Shaqurah Zackery is on a mission to change that. She is seeking to make history by becoming the first Black woman to serve in the New York State’s 63rd Senate district. She slipped quietly under the political radar and successfully got on the ballot. Not an easy task and a notable feat – especially for a first time candidate. Proving that she is not afraid to speak up and speak out, since announcing her candidacy she has called on Gov. Cuomo to “exercise his gubernatorial authority” and remove Sheriff Tim “24-deaths-under-his watch” Howard. We admire her conscientiousness and her commitment to her community. Incumbent Senator Kennedy has spent tons of money - $10,000 a day at last count – to retain his seat. He has the endorsement and support from the area’s two leading Black elected officials, Mayor Byron Brown and Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples Stokes as well as a host of other respected community and religious leaders. And while we respect their choice, we must remind voters that there is a movement going on – a positive, energizing, transformative wave and Shaqurah Zachery is part of it. According to Blackwomeninpolitics.com over 400 Black women are running for federal, state, and local office in 2018, including Representative Maxine Waters, who is running for reelection in California, Stacey Abrams who is running for governor of Georgia and the first Black woman ever elected governor in the United States, Lauren Underwood who is running for Congress in Illinois and Ayanna Pressley’s recent upset victory that jolted the political order in Boston when she won a surprise victory in the Massachusetts Democratic primary for Congress just weeks ago. Buffalo’s own rising political star Leecia Eve is running an impressive race for State Attorney General. And in June, 28-year-old Latina activist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beat New York’s most powerful congressional representative. She is poised to become the youngest US Congresswoman ever elected. A vote for Shaquara Zackery will be a vote for history. A vote for Independence. A vote that says Black folks in Buffalo are tired of the plantation politricks that has had this community in its grip for far too long. It’s time to do something new and fresh and different. It’s time for us to catch the wave. Nothing will change until we do! VOTE FOR A NEW DAY! VOTE FOR CHANGE! VOTE FOR: SHAQURAH ZACHERY, STATE SENATE 63RD DISTRICT LEECIA EVE NYS ATTORNEY GENERAL JUMANEE WILIAMS, LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF NEW YORK JUDGE DEBRA GIVENS, COUNTY COURT! See you at the polls on Thursday, September 13th ! -A.B.

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12 I want to thank everybody for rising up right with me this week. Let's get right into the highlights. NFL News This past Sunday was pandemonium as the NFL season started with the catastrophic demise of the Buffalo Bills. This was the beginning in which many thought the Bills would be an opportunity to show that they were ready to elevate to new heights after this past season. The Bills were coming off a season in which they ended the 17year playoff drought. Those hopes in Week 1 went up in smoke as the Bills vs Ravens matchup turned into a Baltimore beat-down. The final score was 47-3. The Bills offensive line as projected was absolutely horrible as they gave up 6 sacks. Nathan Peterman who was the starter in this game had a very forgettable performance as he was pulled from the game early after his stat line was 5-18 for 24 yards and 2 interceptions. Josh Allen stepped in during garbage time as the score was already 40-0 in favor of the Ravens and didn't do much as he finished 6-15 74 yards and a QBR rating of 33.9. LeSean McCoy had 7 carries in this game for 22 yards. Zay Jones led the Bills in receiving stats as he caught 3 passes for 26 yards. The Bills will have a lot to fix as next week's contest won't be any easier. The Bills will be at home this week against the Chargers. The Football power index is giving the Bills a 38% percent chance of winning this game. UB Football News The UB Bulls football team is now 2-0 for the first time since I was born in 1983 as they defeated the Temple Owls in exciting fashion 36-29. Anthony Johnson finished had a game-high six catches and 76 yards, including his game-winning 29-yard reception from Tyree Jackson with 59 seconds to play. This game meant a lot to the UB Bulls as it was reported by the Buffalo News that a friend that Anthony Johnson grew up with since elementary school was shot and killed before the UB vs Temple game. We send our prayers to that family. The UB Bulls will face Eastern Michigan this Saturday at home. Will the Bulls win the MAC Conference this season? In Other News •The Buffalo Sabres home preseason opener is on the way as they take on the Pittsburgh Penguins on September 18th at Key Bank Center. •Nike sales increased by 31% after Colin Kaepernick's controversial ad campaign debuted. I love the idea but do you think this was a good idea by Nike? •For more highlights visit the thechallengernews.com and follow me on social media : Andre Robinson and Rise up Family on Facebook or therealtorch716 and riseupfamilyseven16 on Instagram or the official website is riseupfamily.com

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Bills Suffer Embarrassing Loss in Baltimore 47 – 3

t was a wet and rainy day in Baltimore. MD. The Bills defense was looking bad from the start with Star Lotulelei getting run over at the beginning of game. The Bills defense had no pass rush at all. In short, the way the Bills played was a complete embarrassment to City of Buffalo and all true fans across the country. It’s a shame . “The Process” has ruined what was once a proud franchise. Bills fans must get ready for a season of beat downs by NFL teams. You can’t put a JV offense on the field and expect to be in any games, with no experience at key positions. The Process kicked a meaningless field goal THE BILLS REPORT in third quarter and went into 4th quarter down 40 – 3. Tremaine Edmunds was Buffalo’s only bright spot and showed us a glimpse of a very promising future for him in the NFL. He is starting to get a feel for the pace of the game and how to read offensive linemen in order to know where running backs are going to run. He has excellent speed and can get to a defender rather quickly to wrap him. Edmunds is the only true NFL starter from the 2018 NFL Draft. “We have to look at film and move forward as a group, ”. he said. “We must learn from our mistakes. I’m getting comfortable out there and I’m starting to take advantage of it.” The Bills offensive tackle Jordan Mills said: “The Ravens played well and fast and we must do a better job of starting fast and keeping our defensive unit off the field.” All of draft blunders and miss handling of undrafted free agents are coming home to roost. Brandon Beene and Sean McDermott do not know how to build a football team. They made a mess of the salary cap and did not keep enough veteran talent and brought in a bunch of cheap bum players. The Bills must pick up a veteran QB in order to salvage the season. Bills trading A.J. McCarron was another mistake because there’s no veteran QB in locker room. What NFL Head Coach would start the season with two QB’s with less than two years of NFL experience? Wait a minute Head Coach Sean McDermott started Nathan Peterman last season against Chargers and benched Tyrod Taylor! What a joke that was and he looks even dumber TODAY! The Bills will be at New ERA Field to open the home portion of the 2018 NFL season against the L.A. Chargers. Yes, the Chargers with ex-Bills interim Head Coach Anthony Lynn will put another beat down on an un-impressive team. I wonder how long before Brown paper Bags will be worn by Bills fans? I have a feeling it will be sooner than later. My prediction: Chargers 24 – 7 win over the hapless BILLS! "Knowing when to stop you can avoid any danger."

LEGAL NOTICE M&T v. MACHNICA SUMMONS, NOTICE AND BRIEF STATEMENT OF NATURE OF ACTION CONSUMER CREDIT TRANSACTION SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF ERIE Index No. 800502/2018 M&T BANK, Plaintiff, -against- MELISSE MACHNICA A/K/A MELISSE M. MACHNICA, AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF DOMENIC J. MONTANINO A/K/A DOMENIC MONTANINO A/K/A DOMINIC J. MONTANINO A/K/A NICK MONTANINO, DECEASED; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; D. C. BY AND THROUGH NATURAL GUARDIAN, BRIAN CAMPBELL; K. C. BY AND THROUGH NATURAL GUARDIAN, BRIAN CAMPBELL; UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF MEGAN MEYERS A/K/A MEGAN A. MEYERS (DECEASED) AND ANY OF HER SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; ET AL. Defendants. TO THE DEFENDANT(S): UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF MEGAN MEYERS A/K/A MEGAN A. MEYERS (DECEASED) AND ANY OF HER SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST, YAmerican Legion Jesse Clipper Post # 430 99th Anniversary Awards Banquet The American Legion Jesse Clipper Post # 430 is celebrating its 99th Anniversary with a Celebratory Awards Dinner at 6:30pm on Saturday, September 22 at Lucarelli’s Banquet Center, 1830 Abbott Road, Lackawanna. Award recipients’ are; Western New York Heroes, Sam Feaster Administer, Buffalo VA Medical Center and Debbera Ransom, Commander Johnnetta R. Cole AMVETS Post # 24. The guest speaker is Barbara Miller-Williams, Erie County Legislator and Army Veteran. Tickets are $50 and include a three-course dinner and live music. For tickets call 986-1025. Tickets will not be sold at the door. The Jesse Clipper American Legion Post 430 was founded on September 16, 1919 by 15 African American World War I veterans to honor the service of United States Army

Corporal Jesse Clipper. Our post namesake is a significant part of Buffalo New York's history. Before being drafted into the army Jesse Clipper was an Entertainer and performer in an African-American Vaudeville group and Vice president of the Colored Musicians Local 533 in 1917. Corporal Jesse Clipper served in the 317th engineers Corps during World War 1 on the front lines in France and was the first African American Soldier from Buffalo to die in the war. The Jesse Clipper post has a proud history of service to the Buffalo community.It has sponsored scholarships, parades, basketball teams and Flag Day events to inspire Americanism in our youth. Members can be found volunteering at the Veterans hospital, at the Freedom Lounge, at High Point Hospices , working with Homeless veterans, performing Honor Guard Services, and speaking and volunteering at over 50 organizations. The Jesse Clipper American Legion Post#430 has taken a leadership role in this community for 99 years. Legionnaires from this post continue to hold critical leadership positions in Buffalo and Western New York. However Legionnaires be aware: The state of our democracy is at a crossroads of whether we will be guided by fear versus inclusiveness. We are at a critical time in America. The country we love and fought for faces its greatest challenge since President Lincoln questioned: "Whether a nation founded on the principles that All men are created equal , can long endure?" Veterans Black, White, Hispanic Muslim, immigrants of all colors and creeds, - have fought to defend America and American principles in 12 Wars. We must unite this nation again, to stand against hatred and Nazis and KKK men marching in our streets. Leadership must once again come from our veterans! As the Jesse Clipper Post #430 approaches its 100 year anniversary, it and all veterans must pick up the mantle of leadership in our communities to honor Americanism, to educate our youth Unity and love must be our mantra and as veterans we must take leadership if this nation is to endure! U ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and

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-LEGAL NOTICEName of LLC: Problem Solve With Chess LLC Date of filing of Articles of Organization with the NY Dept of State: July 9, 2018 Office of the LLC: 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: United States Corporation Agent, Inc., 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228 Registered Agent: United States Corporation Agent, Inc., 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228 Purpose of LLC: (Any lawful purpose permitted for LLCs under NY Limited Liability Company Act) Sept. 12,19,26 Oct 3,10,17

Review and document eligibility for emergency food supplies. Distribute emergency food according to family needs and dietary requirements. Keep food properly stored until distributed; help with stocking and sanitation of pantry. High School diploma or GED and six months related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Apply @ CAO of WNY, 45 Jewett Ave., Buffalo or email resumes to hr@caowny.org. CAO EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM – NIAGARA COUNTY HOME VISITOR- FULL-TIME

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Name of LLC: Elim Holden Developers, LLC Date of filing of Articles of Organization with the NY Department of State: August 9, 2018 Office of LLC: Erie County: 70 Chalmers Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14214 The NYS 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: Elim Holden Developers, LLC, 70 Chalmers Street, Buffalo, NY 14214 The registered Agent and the designated agent within the state of NY upon whom process may be served is Timothy Hogues, 70 Chalmers Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14214 Purpose of LLC: Any lawful pupose permitted for LLCs under NY Limited Liability Company Act Duration: Perpetual Sept. 12,19,26 Oct 3,10,17

LEGAL NOTICE RFP Request for Proposals Professional Legal Services The Erie County Industrial Development Agency (ECIDA) and its affiliates are soliciting proposals for professional legal services. Interested law firms that did not receive a request for proposal may obtain a copy on our website, www.ecidany.com or call (716) 856-6525. Responses to the RFP must be received by 12pm on October 19, 2018.

LEGAL NOTICEBIDS Bids will be received by RP Oak Hill Building Co., Inc. for the Westminster Commons Project on 9/18/18 at 2:00pm. Please fax bids (716-8224367) or email (bids@rpoakhill.com) prior to 2:00 pm. The scope of work includes site work, concrete, masonry, steel, rough framing, millwork, waterproofing, roofing, glass, doors/ frames/hardware, windows, carpentry, painting, flooring, specialties, elevator, lift, M/E/P/FP, etc. The contract documents may be examined at Construction Exchange or can be purchased at Avalon Printing, (P: 716-995-7777). This project is open shop. ***W/M/DBE participation is encouraged.

ROOMS

ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, Bailey-Delavan. $325$480. Everything included. (716)818-3410.

SUMMARY OF POSITION The Vice President, Human Resources will direct, manage and oversee a best-in-class, strategic HR organization focused on progressive People Management Practices. S/he will direct and support the full scope of Talent & Human Capital Management – with a focus on recruiting, on-boarding, career development, performance management, employee/labor relations and employee engagement, along with responsibility for all other HR administration, learning, benefits and operations – to curate and build a culture for a multi-site employee base of more than 700 employees. This individual will successfully partner with the management team and the Board of Directors on strategic initiatives including job design, negotiations, succession planning, high potential identification, staff retention, workforce planning, compensation & benefit planning and employee communications and will evolve the current approach to talent acquisition by developing strategies that improve the quality of talent across the organization. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: •Interface across the company’s leadership team and BOD to help identify talent gaps; proactively cultivate relationships with existing employees as well as external prospects who will infuse our organization with new skill sets •Develop timely, cost-effective staffing strategies to identify and attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates for current and future opportunities; leverage multi-channel sourcing solutions to develop a diverse pipeline of candidates and find innovative and resourceful ways of connecting to those who aren’t actively looking for a new position •Foster a consultative business partnership and build strong relations across the organization; apply strong influencing and problem-solving skills to execute programs and initiatives that benefit stakeholders in addition to addressing the needs of the evolving business •Utilize strategic thinking to consult with managers and employees in the areas of performance management, objective setting, coaching, employee relations, compensation, and organizational development •Introduce, implement and maintain efficiencies: implement technology that empowers management, eliminates paper, enhances measurement •Review, change and implement best in class benefits which attracts and retains employees in varying age categories, while also focusing on cost reduction/management •Create and maintain a best in class learning organization focused on non-traditional learning methodologies appealing to all learning styles; while being able to demonstrate learning transfer success. Lead, Mentor and coach an HR team to include, but not limited to: HR Operations, Benefits, EE Relations, Recruitment QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum) •Master’s degree in HR or business, or Bachelor’s degree with SHRM or Cornell ILR certification + •10 years demonstrated progressive HR management experience, 2 of which as the top HR person in a company of at least 300 employees. •Multi-site management experience •Demonstrated success navigating labor relations and negotiations •HRIS and LMS experience from inception to advanced uses •Demonstrated success leading competing priorities while meeting deadlines on all •Demonstrated experience working with a BOD on various committees •Experience leading learning organizations focused on varying learning styles in both classroom and virtual delivery systems •Demonstrated success with benefit design, re-design and model changes to suit the growing size and needs of the business and employee population The above description outlines the most significant job functions performed but may include other similar functions or assignments not specifically mentioned. Please send resumes to pfolts@caowny.org

Responsible for serving families in their homes as partners and resources, while giving them the tools that will enable them to be their own advocates. Responsible for planning and implementing scheduled socializations. BS/AAS in Social Work, Human Services, Nursing, Child Development, Early Childhood, Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or Family Development Credential, and a High School diploma or GED. Must have one year experience working with children 0-3 years of age. Apply @ CAO of WNY, 45 Jewett Ave., Buffalo or email resumes to hr@caowny.org LEGAL NOTICE BIDS COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Various County Facilities Various Backflow Preventers & Rath Building Parking Level Sprinkler System PROJECT NO. KA-13-13 Separate sealed bids for: Plumbing and Fire Protection work for the above project will be received by County’s Commissioner of Public Works, Suite 1400, Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202 until 10:30 AM EST on September 27, 2018, at which time they will be opened & read aloud. MBE/WBE, Apprenticeship program, and Local/Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply to this project. Additional information must be found at: www. erie.gov/dpw

LEGAL NOTICE BID

The NFTA is soliciting bids for Project No. 10BL1735, BNIA - 485 Cayuga Backup Data Center Bid No. E-545R due on October 2, 2018 at 2pm. www.nftaengineering.com

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Gloria J. Parks Center After School Aide Assists academic and recreational instruction; requires minimum of one year of college and experience with urban youth; $12.00/hr. 20 hrs/wk starting late September; Send cover letter and resume to Michael Tritto at m.tritto@udcda. org or fax to 832-5099;

BUFFALOJOBFINDER.COM AND MONSTER TO HOST WNY CAREER FEST BuffaloJobFinder.com, in partnership with Monster, presents Western New York’s professional CareerFest on Tuesday, Sept. 18 from 9AM to 3PM at the Millennium Hotel on Walden Avenue, next to the Galleria Mall.Admission is free and individuals are invited to come dressed for success, with copies of their resumes. There will also be FREE seminars for job-seekers.For additional info please call 716-856-5555 or visit www.buffalojobfinder.com/ job-fairs. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING In the Matter of the Application of The Buffalo City Cemetery, Inc. For Consent to take land for Cemetery Purposes in the County of Erie NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Erie County Legislature will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 6:00 PM in the Chambers of the Erie County Legislature, located on the 4th Floor of the Old County Hall, 92 Franklin St., Buffalo, NY. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to consider public testimony regarding the proposed acquisition of Gethsemane Cemetery located off of Reist Street in the Town of Amherst, County of Erie, State of New York, consisting of approximately 5.996 acres and designated as SBL #68.04-1-15.111 (the “Cemetery”), by The Buffalo City Cemetery, Inc., a NY cemetery corporation, 1411 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo NY 14209 (d/b/a the “Forest Lawn Group”), from the Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities, a NY not-for-profit corporation, 960 James Street, Syracuse NY 13203. Any person interested in the above matter may be heard at said public hearing. The Buffalo City Cemetery, Inc. will make application at a meeting of the Erie County Legislature to be held in the Chambers of the Erie County Legislature, located on the 4th Floor of the Old County Hall, 92 Franklin St., in the City of Buffalo, New York on October 4, 2018 at 2:00 PM, or any adjournment thereof, for consent to take by deed the Cemetery property. Dated: Buffalo, New York, August 1, 2018 BY ORDER OF THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK. By ROBERT M. GRABER, Clerk, Erie County Legislature

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Get Out The Vote ( GOTV) Rally. 1327 Jefferson Ave, 5:30 -7 PM. Music by DJ Ces. Refreshments, speeches by candidates running in the Sept 13th Democrstic Primary. Also,. Voter registration. Free. Sponsored by We Are Women Warriors Community and TheFamily Empowerment group>

Black Social Workers 4th Annual Scholarship and Legends Luncheon: Buffalo Marriott HARBORFRONT, 1—4 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person or $425 for a table of ten.or more info Vernice S. Norman at 716.896.3806, vsn321@gmail. com, or buffaloabswinc.com

Health Fair: Delaware Avenue Baptist Church on September 22, 2018 from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church 965 Delaware Ave. All our welcome.

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WEDNESDAY SEPT. 19 Public Meeting Notice: Board of the Westminster Community Charter School 3p.m. M&T Bank, One M&T Plaza - 19th Floor. The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566. THURSDAY SEPT. 20 The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566. SATURDAY SEPT. 22 Jesse Clipper Post 430 99th Anniversary Celebration Dinner Lucarelli’s Banquet Center, 1830 Abbot Rd. Lackawanna 6:30-10:30 p.m $50 per Person 716-9896-1025 or Eventbright.

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