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Another one for the history books 2021 is done. There were so many lessons in this year which was the first full calendar year of the COVID-19 pandemic; a time that provided a “new norm” for us all. Some have grown and evolved while others have not made the best of their time, resources and energies. There has been a team that has worked tirelessly this year to educate, inform, enlighten, inspire and entertain during these trying times. Which brings me to my truth. At the beginning of the pandemic, we at I Messenger Media stressed our commitment to not only maintain a commitment to journalistic excellence; but to also ramp it up, take things to another level, and make things better. Our philosophy focused on being there for our audiences during good times and bad, in sickness and in health until death do us part. From there, our work would live in perpetuity. We are married to our readers, to those who want to make this world a better place, and yes, to those who are thirsting for truth, justice and love. See HISTORY BOOKS, page 3

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THURSDAY JANUARY 6, 2022

January 6 Attack Chairman Thompson Lays Out Investigation

By Lauren Victoria Burke NNPA Newswire

During two interviews on January 2, Chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) outlined steps moving forward after months of investigation of the violent January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol by Donald Trump supporters. The Chair of the special committee to investigate the January

6, 2021 attack said in a January 2nd interview that the violent insurrection “appeared to be a coordinated effort on the part of a number of people to undermine the election.” Thompson also indicated that the Department of Defense may have interfered with assistance to the Capitol from the National Guard. See JANUARY 6 ATTACK, page 7

“We have significant testimony that leads us to believe that the White House had been told to do something. We want to verify all of it,” Committee Chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) .

Bishop Tutu remembered as “hero” By Cheryl Smith Texas Metro News

Tributes came from around the world at the news of the passing of ArchBishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu, Sunday, December 26, 2021. Long heralded and respected as a hero in the fight against apartheid, the Bishop was 90. A South African Anglican bishop of Lesotho and the first Black General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches, the Nobel Peace Prize winner and U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient was a “bundle of energy and inspiration” according to Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas), who had

Archbishop Tutu with Hon. Helen Giddings, Honorary Consul of South Africa

come to know him over the years. “He was very outgoing and not shy of sharing his opinions on jus-

tice and fairness,” she told Texas Metro News. “South Africa and the world will miss him.” In addition to social media postings globally from President Joe and First Lady Jill Biden, Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and former President Barack and Michelle Obama as well as many others, locally the impact of his death was expressed also. “The world has lost a great warrior in the battle for justice and equality for all God’s children,” said former Texas State Representative Helen Giddings, who was the Honorary Consul South Africa and also spent time with the BishSee BISHOP TUTU, page 7

Superb Women CYNT MARSHALL For Cynt Marshall, Leadership matters! Character matters! Every voice matters! People matter! After more than 35 years in various executive positions for AT&T, and also serving as President and CEO of Marshalling Resources; Cynt Marshall became the first Black Woman to become the Chief Executive Officer in the National Basketball Association, for the Dallas Mavericks. It wasn’t her “First” first, however. She was also one of the first Black cheerleaders at the University of California at Berkeley and also first Black member of her sorority, Delta Gamma. With deep roots in Birmingham, AL, this trailblazer was a track star in high school. A wife and mother; Cynt is highly respected and praised for her work ethic, faith, visionary leadership, consciousness and fortitude. She’s also a cancer survivor and has honorary degrees from Livingstone and Bennett Colleges. DR. CYNTHIA MARSHALLBIGGINS Students love Dr. Cynthia Marshall-Biggins and she has spent most of her career on college campuses helping shape the lives of future leaders. Dr. Cynthia Marshall-Biggins is the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Texas College where she provides the overall supervision and oversight for the academic programs, activities, and personnel of the College. Previously she served as VP for Student Affairs and Dean of Student Affairs at Paul Quinn College. A graduate of Lawton High School, she has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Corrections from Cameron University, a Master’s in Criminal Justice Administration and Management from University of Central Oklahoma and a Doctor of Education

from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Cynthia is a member of National Council of Negro Women, National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice (NABCJ) and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. EVELYN HENRY MILLER A servant leader, Evelyn Henry Miller is a mentor and coach to many. Saluted and heralded for her business acumen and sense of community; she’s also Who’s Who in Black Dallas. Currently the Chief Financial Officer of TDIndustries, Evelyn Henry Miller has held numerous senior level positions at Agencies of Change, A.H. Belo Corp (The Dallas Morning News), BancTec, CellStar Corporation and Aviall/Ryder System. Her board service includes DentaQuest, Dallas Casa, Young Women’s Preparatory Network, and Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. She has been honored as one of “Two Thousand Notable American Women,”inducted into the “Black Women’s Corporate Hall of Fame, and received the Humanitarian of the Year from Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business, Evelyn is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She enjoys yoga, tai chi, and fitness boot camps. A’LISHA WILLIAMS A’Lisha Williams is committed, focused and strategic. She is a cross-functional team player and leader. An independent Marketing and Advertising Professional, A’Lisha Williams is the Global Lead-Social Media for Alcon. She has enjoyed stints at KTVT, Galderma, Haggar Clothing Co., National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC), Michaels Stores, RadioShack, H&R Block and PPAI. A graduate of

Arlington Heights High School, this native of Fort Worth attended Stephen F. Austin State University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism. Her work with the Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Communicators (now Journalists) and The National Conference of Black Mayors with cohorts at Howland PR established A’Lisha as a powerhouse. She’s a senior level professional who delivers time and time again. She has served on the board of NAGC, Fort Worth Metro Black Chamber of Commerce and Camp Fire USA. CHERYL MAYO WILLIAMS, M.S.P.H. A visionary leader and master strategist Cheryl Mayo Williams, M.S.P.H. has a servant’s heart, including service on board of Girl’s Inc. As the HR Budget and Contracts Administrator for the City of Dallas, Cheryl leads the Budget and Contracts team. She is a graduate of Fisk University (Bachelor of Science in Business Administration) and Meharry Medical College (Master of Science in Health Administration). Cheryl is a member of the Dallas Assembly, The Dallas Chapter of The Links, Inc., a graduate of Leadership Dallas and Leadership Texas Women, and a life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She serves on the Board of Directors for the UNT - Dallas Foundation and an Alumni Board Member of the Texas Women’s Foundation. Previously she has worked for Dallas County District Attorney’s Office, TPS Consulting Firm, West Dallas Community Centers, BMS and Astrazeneca, HCA Medical Center of Arlington, and Parkland Hospital. SONYA D. HOSKINS, JD. Internationally recognized, Atty. Sonya D. Hoskins is highly regarded for her leadership, legal mind and commitment to service. Attorney Sonya D. Hoskins is a member of the National Bar Association, National Bar Institute and J.L. Turner Legal Association; all of which she

has served in key leadership positions. A co-founder and partner at Robinson & Hoskins LL, she graduated from UTA with a Bachelor of Science Degree in criminal justice and a Juris Doctorate with honors from Southern University Law Center. A member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Sonya is also past chair of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, former trustee of the Dallas Women Foundation, former director of the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau and past president of The Trinity Chapter of The Links, Inc. KAYE BEALER Kaye Bealer launched her first company when she was 26 and she continues to lift as she climbs. Just check out The C-Suite on YouTube. The Founder of The FISCAL Firm, Kaye Bealer is the owner and chief executive officer of K. Bealer Consulting, Inc., a full service management consulting firm in Dallas. She received her B.S. Degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Texas at Dallas. She has also worked as the Director, Business Improvement Group at Chester Engineers, Inc, and as a Management Consultant for Carter & Burgess. Kaye consults with other businesses at the Executive level, regarding the financial implications of compliance, mergers, restructuring, budget constraints and day-to-day operations of their businesses and organizations. A member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, she is focused on finance, economics, entrepreneurship, Fashion, Fitness, Gender Equality and Technology. EVE CLARK Eve Clark is a survivor, an achiever who loves the Dallas Black Dance Theatre and The Dallas Opera. She’s also a world traveler!

VOLUME X

Garland plans King Parade 33rd Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and March – Garland, Texas The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Garland, Texas Unit will host its 33rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. parade and march on Saturday, January 15, 2022, beginning at 10:00 A.M. MLK Parade Route in Garland – January 15, 2022 Parade starts on Dairy Road @ Garden Drive (near Embree Park), Garland, Texas, 75040 It proceeds north on Dairy Road to Highway 66 (Avenue D) West (Left) on Highway 66 (Avenue D) to First Street North (Right) on First Street to Highway 66 (Avenue B) West (Left) on Highway 66 (Avenue B) to Fifth Street North (Right) on Glenbrook Street to Austin Street East (Right) on Austin Street to the Granville Arts Center Parade ends at the Granville Arts Center, 300 North Fifth @ Austin Streets, downtown Garland, TX, 75040 2022 MLK Theme / Grand Marshals / “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Musical - January 15, 2022 The 2022 theme is “Honoring Dr. King During COVID-19.” Mrs. LaKisha Culpepper, Garland ISD Liaison to the African American Community, will serve as grand marshal. The celebration continues following the parade with a musical: “Lift Every Voice See GARLAND PLANS, page 7

December 2021 In a male dominated industry, Eve Clark dominates. She is the president of MEB Construction, a general contracting firm that she started in 2006. They perform tenant finish outs, commercial renovations, construction project management and placement of concrete barricades. A Chicago native, Eve attended the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and completed programs for minority business owners and women business owners. She is an alumnus of Leadership Texas. A wife, mother and grandmother; she has served on the Board of Directors for the D/FW Minority Supplier Development Council. About 25 years ago she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and if you look at her accomplishments over the years; you can’t help but feel proud and inspired by her journey! TRACY BROWN Bridge building is Tracy Brown’s specialty. Some go through life not realizing the significance. They need Tracy! Tracy Brown is a pro when it comes to leadership development, diversity strategy and employee engagement. The president of Diversity Trends LLC, Tracy is an accomplished speaker and author, she has produced and hosted internet radio programs and the company has provided training to more than 400,000. Having served on the board of several organizations or associations, Tracy cofounded Dallas Dinner Table (Healing Racism One Dinner at a Time) and co-designed the Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership curriculum sponsored by SMU and the Center for Non Profit Management. The nationally-recognized expert is the author of the book, “Breaking the Barrier of Bias” and four audio programs, including: “motiVersity™: Motivating While Valuing Diversity.” See SUPERB WOMEN page 8

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THURSDAY JANUARY 6, 2022

Wake Up and Stay Woke By Dr. E. Faye Williams There’s an obvious scheme afoot to return the United States to a period in time where we lived with a completely different social construct and contract. There are those who are diligently working to return us to a time before many of the hard-fought and recently won constitutional protections we (supposedly) now enjoy. The very ones who think we benefit disproportionately are the ones working overtime to steal our hard-earned gains. They pretend not to understand when we point to their efforts to oppress and diminish those rights. They seem to nonchalantly say, “We didn’t really intend for non-white people to ever become equal.” There is one political party that has fully embraced the political and social philosophies of white supremacy. Every time we see news reports, we know which political party that is! They’ve even found help among select people of color

Faithful Utterances By Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

I interview some amazing women on my podcast. Today wasn’t any different. Listening to their journey not only inspires me but provides so much food for thought. All four guests each shared details about the trials and triumphs they’ve experienced but the one thing they all had in common was that they had to take some risks. All of them had struggles that included illness, childhood traumas, ignoring naysayers, experiencing the loss of relationships, and even losing material wealth. They risked relationships in order to have peace and sanity. They risked traditional career paths to pursue their passion. They risked the possibility of criticism, isolation, and acceptance to follow their calling.

The Last Word By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The Honorable John Conyers, who represented Detroit in Congress from 1965 until 2017, introduced HR 40 every congressional session from 1989. He worked to get cosponsors for the legislation for nearly thirty years, but not even the entire Congressional Black Caucus would cosponsor. Upon his retirement from Congress, he passed the baton to Houston Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. Thanks to her efforts and those of reparations organizations, including the National African American Reparations Commission (NAARC) and the National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America (N’COBRA), the number of cosponsors approaches two hundred members of Congress. With 218, the legislation could pass in Congress. Full disclosure. I serve as a NAARC commissioner, as does Kamm Howard, the co-chair of N’COBRA.

Let’s Get Right to It!

who have been adequately rewarded to “move on up and live high on the hog” as payment to deny the circumstance which the masses protest. They know better, but, at the expense of our people, are willing to go along for a self-serving purpose! Sadly, the other political party seemingly does not recognize the current and ongoing threat to our democracy. Their infighting and constant focus on two recalcitrant members provide the perfect example of an unforced, self-induced error. I do not negate the importance of the progressive work being done, but there is an unacceptable naivety of blindly working for progressive outcomes while the mechanics of their destruction are being codified daily by political opponents in increasing numbers of states. Even a blind man can see that Republicans are committed to converting our democracy into a fascist, permanent majority. True to his word, the disgraced, twice-impeached ex-president’s three appointees to the Supreme Court are intent

on establishing a pathway to the elimination of Roe v. Wade. Although I value the sanctity of life, I equally value the right of a woman to make cogent decisions about her health and life. As an attorney, I see no clearer indication of their true intent than their allowing the Texas abortion law to stand, concurrently, in contradiction to decided law (Roe). Almost daily, we are witness to the imposition of new laws giving Republicans the authority and means to override voter outcomes that are unfavorable to them. In their flagrant attempt to overturn the 2020 elections, Republicans have assigned the label of “illegitimate” votes and voters in areas occupied by voters of color. Their voter suppression laws and activities shout their belief that the votes of people of color matter less than those of their “white base.” Left unchallenged, the outcome is clear. We may not know how far some will choose to take us, but we understand the direction they will want to go. You must protest these nega-

tive eventualities. You don’t need flowery rhetoric or a well-designed script. We have no time to waste! Write or send your emails to: • Sen. Charles Schumer, US Senate, Washington, DC 20510 • Sen. Mitch McConnell, US Senate, Washington, DC 20510 • Sen. Joe Manchin, US Senate, Washington, DC 20510 • Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, US Senate, Washington, DC 20510 • The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, US House of Representatives, Washington, DC 20515 • Congressman James Clyburn, US House of Representatives, Washington, DC 20515 Explain that you support the John R. Lewis Voter Rights Act and want it passed into law, even if it requires a “carve-out” of the Senate filibuster. The future is critical. We can’t wait for others to act. Dr. E. Faye Williams is President of the National Congress of Black Women and host of “Wake Up and Stay Woke” on WPFW-89.3 FM

In 2022, Count the Cost The call for something greater was more important than any of those circumstances. I noticed several commonalities that existed with my guests: 1. The past was not allowed to dictate their present and destroy their future. 2. Recognizing the role of trauma is critical but doing the work is imperative to heal so that they could operate in wholeness. 3. Seeing the power of God and God’s hand in everything is not only a must but a mindset. 4. Problems were lessons that served as a foundation for their future. 5. Being open to the possibilities and knowing that change is inevitable is a necessity for success. 6. Joy, Peace, and Humor are companions that you can’t live without, and Boundaries will be your best friend.

7. In everything you do, count the cost. With a new year upon us, many people are making plans about what they want to do differently in their personal and professional lives. In anything that we consider, it’s important to have a plan but it’s paramount to pay attention to the risks. You need to analyze the pros and cons. You must count the cost. In Luke 25-33 (MSG), Jesus shares that even following him is a risk that you must be aware of: “Is there anyone here who, planning to build a new house, doesn’t first sit down and figure the cost so you’ll know if you can complete it? If you only get the foundation laid and then run out of money, you’re going to look pretty foolish. Everyone passing by will poke fun at you: ‘He started something he couldn’t finish.” For many of us, we assume that when we become a Christian

that life will get easier and/or better. That’s not always the case. One of my guests stated that she lost everything to gain something so much greater. There are costs to everything even our faith. Are you willing to give up and let go of bad ways of thinking, toxic relationships, or dead-end jobs to trust God for something greater? I hope that as you make plans for your possibilities that you don’t exclude God. Always examine the pros and cons-count the cost. Be willing to take the risk. As I tell my daughter often, be willing to bet on you. You are worth the risk to embody the greatness that God has placed within you. Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew is an author of three books and the host of The Tapestry podcast. To listen to episodes of the podcast, visit https://www.spreaker. com/show/the-tapestry_1 and to learn more about her work, go to https://drfroswa.com/

Reparations Rising with Robin Rue Simmons

With a Senate dominated by conservative Democrats and obstructionist Republicans, when HR 40 passes in Congress, it is unlikely to pass in the Senate. However, it is essential to acknowledge the enormous prog-

ing those dominated by African Americans, you’d be rewarded with an eye roll and a “reality” check. Movements don’t happen overnight, though, and the reparations movement is rising, thanks to the tireless work of

Robin Rue Simmons

ress the reparations movement has experienced since Conyers first introduced HR 40. Then, if you mentioned reparations in some circles, includ-

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committed activists, who have persistently raised the issue. Robin Rue Simmons, a former Alderman in Evanston, Illinois, shepherded reparations legis-

lation in that city and helped design a program that will use money from legal cannabis sales to fund reparations. The program emerges from documentation of the ways local legislation widened the wealth gap between 1919 and 1969 and explicitly targets Evanston residents and their descendants for the initial round of reparations. Within the next several weeks, 16 families will get $25,000 checks to put a down payment on a home, reduce a mortgage balance, or do repairs that increase the value of their homes. While these modest payments do very little to reduce the wealth gap, they improve the wealth position of these families. Evanston has taken a small but revolutionary step in the right direction. Robin chose not to run for reelection, although she would have probably faced only token opposition if she had. Instead, she has been working full-time on the issue of local reparations, See ROBIN RUE SIMMONS, page 3

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In 2022 Frugal is all the Rage! Quit Playin’ By Vincent L. Hall True story. When I was 30 years old, all I wanted to be was a six-figure “Nicca.” I know the N-word bothers you, but “Que es lo que es!” (It is what it is!) And that’s exactly what I wanted to be. But nowadays, $100,000 ain’t enough to keep up with the “Joneses.” Listen up if you’re 20 to 39 and think you’re a real “Henry” (high earner- not rich yet). Let me spit some real game. In 2022 you will have to get smarter. Frugalness is in vogue. It’s all the rage! “Don’t break a dollar to spend a dime” is what mama always quoted as a caveat of caution; think before you part with your hard-earned money. She also warned, “Always look for a bargain and remember that a bargain ain’t a bargain unless it’s something you can use.” Unfortunately, we spend money on conveniences that we can’t afford. For example, bottled water costs a buck, more if you’re “fashionably bourgeoisie.” On the other hand, fresh drinking water

DeForest B. Soaries, Jr.

runs in your pipes and most public places. There’s $50 -75 dollars per month and some fluoride for your children’s dental health. In the late ‘60s in Big D, I recall how excited we were when UHF stations were added to our choices of channels 4, 5, 8, and 11. Today we have up to 400 options via cable, satellite, and video over the internet. We traded a free commodity for one that costs $200 per month. Most of us could slash half of that expense. Do you use even 10% of the channels you pay for? Savvy shoppers realize that it’s not a hobby; it’s a skill. Don’t buy anything that’s not on sale and not at least 50% less than the original price. Those enticing signs read “BOGO” or “buy one get one half off,” only save 25%. “Buy two get one free” is 33% off and only qualifies as a bargain if you can use three. Banks, credit unions, and credit card intermediaries make upwards of 30% of their profit these days on fees. So they took down those signs warning “hot” check writers they could be prosecuted. As a result, bankers these days are much more demure and much more dastardly. Financial institutions pro-

vide overdraft protection on your checking and credit card accounts at an average of $25 per occurrence. So a day in jail may have been cheaper, and it may have taught you some patience. Automatic bill pay shouldn’t preclude you from checking your monthly statements. Debit cards are convenient, but like credit cards, they make us spend more than we would part with if we shelled out cold hard cash. What’s, do you pay for your cell service? Is your family on a plan designed to get the providers rich quickly? A Smartphone ain’t smart when you’re dumb and broke. What about your bad habits? Cigarettes are $10 a pack or $300 per month. Coffee or “energy drinks” could cost $200 per month per household member. Booze at home is cheaper than at the bar. I know because the billboard says that a DWI costs $17,000! We spend money we don’t have to impress people we don’t like. We burn gas like we have stock in oil companies. We Supersize combo meals and eat ourselves into obesity, oblivion, and outpatient clinics. After you tithe---lol-there’s laundry, groceries, tuition, medical bills, utilities, prescriptions, entertainment, toll roads, and the list goes on and on. Not to mention your manicured nails and feet and the maintenance on that head of hair you bought or were blessed to grow independently. Times are hard, and inflation ain’t no joke. Even rich people tone it down during these kinds of economic swings. Sacrifice and think before every purchase. Wastefulness and spending sprees are no longer stylish. Log what you spend each day and what you spend it on. Then, just like the original calorie counting system, you will come to understand what you can cut without losing what you need. Think before you spend. Don’t break a dollar to spend a dime. Every bargain ain’t a bargain! You may not read it in the trendy magazines, but frugal is the latest fashion buzz! Read this book by Reverend DeForest B. Soaries! #dfree #jointhemovement Vincent L. Hall is an author, activist, and award-winning columnist.

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THURSDAY JANUARY 6, 2022

Metro Community Calendar January 2022 Jan 7

Jan 15, 1 to 6 pm

Jan 16, 7:30 pm

Jan 28, 6:30 to 9 pm

Happy Founders Day Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

The 90s R&B Kick Back Starring Bell Biv Devoe, Jagged Edge, 112, Tony Toni Tone & 702 at The Texas Trust CU Theatre. Tickets: https://bit.ly/32RY2fd

The Vin Collective: Bottles, Bites, & Binge-Worthy - Featuring Diana Bandoh. Tickets and Location: https://bit.ly/3DtmkbU

First Friday + M.A.D.E. Dallas at Dallas Farmers Market, 920 S. Harwood. 7-10 pm.

MLK DAY POP UP SHOP, by Get Fine Fashion at 6850 Manhattan Blvd. Ft. Worth. Reg: https://bit.ly/3e55rtR

Jan 8, 6 to 8 pm

Jan 15, 9 pm to 1 am

TROLLS- Musical Theatre Production by First Dance Studios - a DreamWorks Animation and presented by a young Jamaican cast. Tickets: https://bit. ly/3sTzj52

POETS N' JAZZ – Feat: Se7en the Poet at TBAAL Muse Café 1309 Canton St. Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

Jan 8, 9 pm

MLK Day of Service: Gloves, knit cap and blanket donation drop off and family fun day by National Multicultural Heritage Museum, The Ranch, 3534 E. Berry Street, Fort Worth

Realizing The Dream Healthy Living Expo hosted by I Messenger Media L.L.C. and the Don’t Believe the Hype Foundation and powered by COMERICA Bank and The Avenue PRC, at the African American Museum, 3536 Grand Ave. in Fair Park.

Jan 15, 10 am to Jan 16, 4 pm

Jan 21 – 29

Facedown, The Maverick, 1616 W Hebron Pkwy, Ste 108, Carrollton

Jan 8, 12 to 3 pm Curvy Queenz Dance Team auditions, 2204 Kelly Blvd Apt 101, Carrollton

Jan 9 Happy Founders Day Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Jan 12, 9 to 10 pm CST Vinyasa Yoga & Chakra Sound Bath with Marquita René. Online event Reg: https://bit.ly/3mRKYxu

Jan 15, 10 am to 2 pm

Dallas Area Train Show 2022, Plano Event Center, 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano

Jan 15, 9:30 to 11 am 28th Annual Carrollton MLK Parade, Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W. Hebron Parkway, Carrollton

Jan 15, 7:30 to 11:45 pm

Jan 17, 10 am to 5 pm

Little Women, Brodie Copeland Theatre at Willow Bend Center of the Arts, 6121 W Park Blvd, Ste. B216, Plano, (Jan 21, 7 pm; Jan 22, 1 pm & 7 pm; Jan 22, 2 pm; Jan 27, 7 pm; Jan 28, 7 pm; Jan 29, 1 pm & 7 pm)

Jan 23, 3 pm Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration & Peace March - City of Cedar Hill, Texas – Government Center, 285 Uptown Blvd.

Jan 26-29 8 am to 10 pm. CST Denton Black Film Festival. The Denton Black Film Festival returns this January with a hybrid festival. Campus Theatre, 214 W Hickory St, Denton.

Jan 13, 11 am 4 pm CST Happy Founders Day Delta Sigma Theta Ssorority, Inc. The Schomburg Center 's 10th Annual Black Comic Book Festival by Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. Online event Reg: https://bit.ly/3EOtLve

SMOOTH WINTER GROOVE IV feat: Charlie Wilson, Joe & Raheem Devaughn at Texas Trust CU Theater, 1001 Lone Star Pkwy. Grand Prairie. Tickets: https://bit. ly/3FRWSPr

Jan 29, 8 am to 11 am Neo Soul Day Party at Michael’s of Las Colinas, 925 W. John Carpenter Fwy. #100, Irving. Tickets: https://bit.ly/32ATme5

February 2022 Feb 5, 7 to 11 pm Patton Oswalt Live: Who's Ready to Laugh? Majestic Theater, 1925 Elm St, Dallas

Feb 12, 8 pm Miss Dee’s Kitchen by Award Winning Producer/Director Snoop Robinson at TBAAL, 1309 Canton St. Tickets: http:// snooprobinson.com/index.html

Feb 26, 9 am Frozen - Let it GO!, Dallas Drone Racing, 2304-2312 Sandy Lake Rd, Carrollton

Feb 27 1 pm to 5 pm Dallas Stars vs. Buffalo Sabres, American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas

MARCH 2022 Mar 19, 6 to 9 PM Kaleo in concert, The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, 300 West Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving

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Jan 14, 7 pm

Happy Founders Day Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

2022 MLK Civil Rights Pioneers and Activist Celebration by National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum. Downtown Cowtown at the Isis Theater 2401 North Main St. Fort Worth. Tickets: https://bit.ly/3DXAMcJ

7:30pm 39th Annual Black Music & Civil Rights Concert Kim Burrell, Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St. Tickets: www. ticketmaster.com

Jan 14, 7:30 to 11:45 pm Deon Cole: Coleology Tour at Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St. Tickets: https://bit. T:5” ly/3sezSq1

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We love what we do and we love who we do it for. As we dealt with navigating through the unknown and the hype, we wanted to continue being a voice for the voiceless, soldiers without swords and warriors on the right side of history. That takes commitment, courage, dedication and fortitude. Fortunately I have assembled, and continue to build on, a team with journalistic integrity, excellent work ethic and a commitment to our mission. And we have collaborated with others to level the playing field and build on a rich history.

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Are the tasks confronting us easy? Not by a long shot! Are team members challenged? Heck yes! We’ll continue working with others who are interested in spreading the truth, highlighting our accomplishments and building a better world. We shout out the National Newspaper Publishers Association, National Association of Black Journalists, Society of Professional Journalists, The Dallas Morning News, University of North Texas, City University of New York, Texas Observer, Texas Southern University, Paul Quinn College, Florida A&M University, for collaborating with us.

That’s why I love the seven principles of Kwanzaa. We’re talking about Umoja — Unity. It’s a universal message. In order for this world to be a better place, we must realize that where there is unity, there is strength. If we haven’t learned anything from the past year, we need to spend some time deep diving into why we are even breathing. And we, here at I Messenger Media, hope that you will never forget that we were here during the worst of times; that we never forgot about you. We renewed our love of and support for you. Remember us in the coming years! 2021, thanks for the memories!

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founding First Repair (firstrepair.org), an organization focused on helping state and local governments shape reparations initiatives. First Repair most recently (December 9-11) co-convened a symposium (along with NAARC) with state and local reparations leaders. Sixty people from twenty-five cities, including Boston, Asheville, North Carolina, Houston, Denver, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, gathered to discuss their efforts to implement local reparations. The activist Danny Glover spoke at a town hall meeting that included a telephone address by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. The fact that so many cities and states are considering reparations initiatives and appointing reparations commissions is invigorating and encouraging. As Robin Rue Simmons said, change happens from the bottom up and not the top down. The more cities and states that have reparations converT:10”

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sations, the more awareness those at the top will have that this is an issue that is not going away. Our nation is culpable for the exploitation of enslaved people and their descendants. We have gotten little more than a tepid apology. Our country must do more. While HR 40 calls for the establishment of a commission to make reparations suggestions, if President Biden really wanted to have our backs, as he so often says, he could, through executive order, establish such a commission now. I had hoped that President Obama might have done so, but that issue was such a hot potato for our then-President that he would not even consider it. The more talk there is about reparations, the more information is disseminated. President Biden, Vice-President Harris, can you take this step in the right direction? Meanwhile, I’m lifting up Robin Rue Simmons, a 45-yearold leader, activist, and tireless

reparations advocate. She has dedicated her life to the reparations movement, using the Evanston experience as a blueprint for other municipalities considering reparations. It’s important to note that reparations are not just about a check. It is about healing, restoring, reclaiming what has been taken from the descendants of enslaved people. It’s not just about enslavement. It’s about laws passed after Emancipation that systematically robbed us of our rights, work, worth, and wealth. Thanks to folks like Robin Rue Simmons (also a NAARC commissioner), Kamm Howard, Dr. Ron Daniels, Sheila Jackson Lee, Danny Glover, and so many others, the reparations movement is rising! Dr. Julianne Malveaux is an economist, author, media contributor and educator. Her latest project MALVEAUX! On UDCTV is available on youtube. com. For booking, wholesale inquiries or for more info visit www.juliannemalveaux.com.

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Teachers “Cain’t get no respect!” I Was Just Thinking By Norma Adams-Wade Yes, grammar and pronunciation are wrong. Please ignore them. But let’s do talk about teachers during this holiday season. Why are teachers paid so poorly? Ignored by legislators? And treated as though they are second-class citizens? During the Christmas, New Year’s, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa season, may we turn our attention to teachers and consider how to make life better for them

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in the coming year? For starters, here are some target priorities: higher pay, more respect, improved working conditions, better scheduling, better retirement plans, safer and more disciplined classrooms, reduce pressure to “teach to the test,” and more support from parents and community. Reading some national reports recently about what teachers endure day-to-day was heart-wrenching. One blog drew tons of web comments from teachers sharing their personal career horror stories. Such reports hit hard enough to make you want to rally – or bribe – lawmakers to seriously advocate for the nation’s roughly 3.5 million teachers. More teacher-friendly laws would demonstrate that parents and citizens realize and appreciate the valuable impacts that teachers have and have had on all our lives Here are just a few revealing facts from national sources: 1. Within the last five years, a beginning teacher’s average starting salary has been $36,141 and the average overall salary has been $56,383. Receiving no adjustments for inflation, the latter number has actually decreased since the 1999-2000 school year – meaning teachers have received no raises in 15 years. [U.S. News & World Report.] 2. United States teachers make about 20 percent less than other professionals with similar

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education and experience…. and…. about 20 percent resort to second and third jobs. [www. cnbc.com] 3. Elaine Hutchinson, Oklahoma’s 2013 Teacher of the Year, has taught about 25 years and earned about $45,000 annually when she was featured by Time Magazine in 2018. She said she makes half of what her siblings make – an attorney, engineer and physical therapist. She said of her engineer brother: “His bonus is more than my salary.” [Time Magazine] 4. Teachers are only qualified for pensions after teaching for 25 years; only one-fourth reach that point; and because of inflation and receiving no costof-living raises, teachers earn 15 percent less than in 1999. [www.howigotjob.com] Also, teachers must live in the same state in order to collect their pension. [Time Magazine] 5. Teachers have learned to live with the long-standing fact that they must pay for their own classroom supplies – a burden on their always meager salaries. Additionally, they are constantly asked to donate money and food items to help poor students and their families and to contribute to school hospitality coffers that fund staff parties and help co-workers battling health issues and family emergencies. [blog www.toughnickel.com]

6. Teachers often have to wait two, three or more hours to use the bathroom because they cannot step out while classes are in session….and…staff members far outnumber available faculty restrooms, so teachers often reluctantly have to use student restrooms…and…in student restrooms, teachers often end up having to stop some unsavory student behavior, which uses up teacher’s precious toilet break time. [blog www.toughnickel.com]

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7. The public-school work environment can be very challenging, sometimes dangerous. In her resignation letter, one teacher compared symptoms some teachers experience with those that a domestic violence hotline described for an abused spouse. “…replace ‘he’ with ‘public education,’ it would almost match perfectly,” the letter stated. [blog www.toughnickel. com] [To Be continued… Part II will discuss how teachers came to be so low in the food chain, current efforts that are changing some legislative minds, how teacher salaries compare with other professions, the role of women in teaching, how society takes advantage of a teacher’s altruistic nature, a call to reassess testing, and what’s needed to improve classroom and school safety in an increasingly dangerous society.] Norma Adams-Wade, is a proud Dallas native, University of Texas at Austin journalism graduate and retired Dallas Morning News senior staff writer. She is a founder of the National Association of Black Journalists and was its first southwest regional director. She became The News’ first Black fulltime reporter in 1974. norma_adams_ wade@yahoo.com

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Call issued to Support Black Businesses Buy Black! Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, of Friendship-West Baptist Church, recently announced 100 Days of Buying Black in acknowledging the 100th Commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre. The 100 days began September 23, 2021 and ran through December 31, 2021. In the call, Friendship-West is “committed to economic justice in supporting Black-owned businesses, advocating for just lending practices, and working towards comprehensive sustainable community development.” On the FWBC Facebook page, it reads: “Our goal is Dr. Frederick D.Haynes III to continue the legacy of Black Wall Street by circulating our dollars within the Black community to strengthen our economic base.” We are joining the movement and you can too at www.texasmetronews.com and https://www.facebook.com/groups/100daysofbuyingblack In support of this initiative, for the next 100 days, in this spot, we will feature a Blackowned business!

CROWNED FINANCIALS LLC

Crowned Financials, LLC is a credit repair and financial literacy agency. Owner Brittany Greene doubles as the agency’s Lead Coach and teaches her clients and students how to increase their credit score anywhere from 50 to 250 points without hiring credit repair companies. Ms. Greene is also the author of,The Mind & Money Manual and A to Z Credit Crowned Financials has been featured on Yahoo Finance, BuzzFeed, HBCU Wall Street, Fox News and other finance publications and radio stations. Crowned Financials has hosted Financial Literacy workshops across the country and frequently visits HBCUs. Their slogan is “We ain’t broke, we are pre-rich.” Crowned Financials offers free personal credit consultations: https://url. bio/iambrittanygreene. For more information email the agency at info@crownedfinancialsllc.com or visit www. crownedfinancialsllc.com

MGM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND REPAIR LLC

TRUSO

TruSo is a video-based social networking app. Founded by serial entrepreneur and award-winning marketer, Matthew Newman—TruSo is positioned as a disruptive technology in the social networking space, as a video/audio social networking app that includes integrated chat, accessibility for the Deaf, and built-in monetization for users. “Now, we are introducing a social community that is built and funded by Blacks for Blacks and has monetization built-in so that everyone wins. Those who use the app should also benefit financially’” said Mr. Newman. To join the beta, visit JoinTruSo.com. To reserve your investment, visit https://startengine-ttw.webflow.io/ttw/ truso. Upon launch, TruSo will be available for both Android and iPhone users.

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MGM Roadside Assistance and Repair primarily operates in the Road Service and Automotive business industry within the Automotive Repair, Services and Parking sector. This startup organization has been operating for almost a year. Aric and Marcus Mumphrey service lock-outs, fuel, flats, mechanical services, etc. For immediate help call Marcus at (214) 845-1981 or Aric at (214) 624-0020. Visit the shop at 4614 Stokes St, Dallas, TX 75216.

SAINT MARTIN’S PLACE

Cake Bar is a bakery and retail shop where you can enjoy a large selection of traditional, southern-style made from scratch cakes and confections on the spot or take them to go. Items sold include 16 different made from scratch cakes, a variety of pound cakes, quick breads, cookies, ice cream, and assorted beverages. Owner and longtime baker Tracy German’s passion for baking inspired her to open up shop with the help of the Trinity Groves incubator program. “Making food for people is a very personal thing, and it connects you to every person,” she says. Visit her website at https:// www.cakebardallas.com/ 3011 Gulden Lane, Suite 117, Dallas Texas 75012 (972) 684-5801

MENA FREEMAN HOMES

Saint Martin’s Place, home of SMP Multimedia, is a historically renovated home updated to capture the early 20th century character to suit more modern times. Centrally located minutes from downtown, Dallas SMP provides a unique setting for your next photo shoot, content creation project, podcast, business meeting or conference. Built in the early 1900’s and listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Saint Martin’s Place is a historical home that has been updated to capture the early 20th century character to suit our more contemporary times. Located in the entrance to the South Blvd. Historic District Saint Martin’s Place was founded by James Mitchell in 1995 with the restoration of the building being completed in 1999. Located at 2603 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215 Email: saintmartinssouth@gmail.com Phone: 214-428-7000

JHB PUBLISHING

Jelani Hashim Bracey is the CEO of JHB Publishing. An author and a poet, he has written three books; “A Daddy is Born,” “A Daddy is Born: Princess Edition,” and Black Excellence: A Celebration of Greatness”; of which the latter is currently for sale in the African American Museum in Dallas, TX. He said his mission is to “eliminate this conditioning set forth by the school system, by exposing all children and people everywhere to literary works that reflect the greatness and importance of Black history and culture; and to promote love, pride, and knowledge of self in Black children around the world.” He is the CEO of B.L.A.C.K. 2 LIFE, a nonprofit organization founded to empower Black men to strengthen underserved communities through education and inspiration. Check him out at https://www.jelanihashim.com. Give him a call at 469-316-8846 or email jhbpublishing79@ gmail.com

MAMA’S HERBAL HAIR LINE

Krafted By KC brings unique catering experiences to the Dallas area with private and corporate events that will delight and inspire. Krafted By KC came about from a mom, owner Karmin Lane, who loves to create boards for special occasions. They focus on quality and flavor, and create fresh tables, boards, boxes or jars for any event. They can bring their artistic expertise to your home or event, giving you the freedom to enjoy top-quality charcuterie without making an effort. Their slogan is “Creating vibes with edible art.” Contact Krafted By KC at karmin@kraftedbykc. com or (469) 693-5330 for more information.

Skyline Ranch in Dallas, Texas sits on 90 acres of lush foliage with an incredible view of beautiful downtown Dallas. It’s perfect for weddings, quinceaneras, reunions, concerts, and corporate events. You can choose from a variety of packages or a rental-only option. The hall features three wooden dance floors, a bar, a DJ booth with marble countertops, and table and chair covers. With more than 25 years in business, the family-owned business always offers 15% off for full-package rentals for Fridays and Sundays, and also offers discounted offseason rates. Robert and Pennie Pitre also serve 5,000 kids annually for free with 10% of all proceeds of their earnings going directly toward the help and service of at-risk and special needs kids. There’s so much to do at Skyline Ranch. Check out the site at www.skylineranch. com or visit -- it’s just 20 minutes south of downtown 1801 E. Wheatland Rd. Dallas, TX 75241 972-224-8055

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THE SPOT HEALTH AND WELLNESS

THA SPOT is an alternative, holistic and wellness retail store that doubles as an event space. Located in Old East Dallas, this millennial- owned, Black-owned business, was created by a true renaissance woman, Myriah Hampton. THA SPOT specializes in herbal medicine, organic herbal teas, and essential oils. You can find herbs, essential oils, powders, loose-leaf teas, shirts along with candles, skincare products, and crystals brought to you by local black-owned businesses. They also offer CBD-infused teas and honeys. All products can be ordered via www. thaspotdtx.com or visit 1327 Empire Central, Suite 230A, Dallas, TX. You can get 10% off of your first order. Check THE SPOT out today!

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Anaiah Howard is the owner of MaMa’s Herbal Hair Line where you can find “the most potent and high quality oils to the high in alkalinity herbs and minerals. They stock essential products for all hair and skin types. From any types of skin and hair conditions you may be suffering from, they have you covered! They only stock organic plant-based products made with herb and minerals that are high in alkalinity and healthy for your hair. Check Mama’s Herbal Hair and Body Butter out at www.mamasherbalhairline.com. Call 318.431.8240 or email mamasherbalhairline@gmail.com

ARE YOU READY TO BUY? DON’T HAVE AN INSIDE TRACK? IT’S TIME TO CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL . . . Are you about to take one of the most important steps of a lifetime, the selection and purchase of some kind of real estate? If you are like thousands of others, you are seeking something in the country or in a small town. You see, more and more Americans are moving to small towns or in the country to establish a lifestyle away from the big city or suburbs. If you have decided to make this move, finding what you want might appear impossible. Contact Mena Freeman, Real Estate Agent. Visit the website at www.menafreemanhomes. com/index.html. Call 972-841-4299 or email Mena Freeman at Menafreeman.realtor@gmail.com.

THE HAIR RECOVERY CENTER

Owner Kendra Timmons, a Certified Trichologist, specializes in hair restoration using a minimally invasive, primarily holistic approach and is venturing into PRP (platelet-rich plasma) at The Hair Recovery Center. Treating hair loss patients with a multi-therapeutic approach that addresses the condition both internally and externally is proving successful for both men and women as well as individuals who have lost their hair due to chemotherapy and hormonal changes. “By analyzing the scalp as well as the body’s systems and finding the imbalances that may be causing an individual’s hair loss, we are able to treat the whole person,” Timmons explains.To book an appointment visit her website at http://www.hairlosscenterarlington.com/

NOW PROPERTY INVESTMENTS

If you want to sell your Dallas/Fort Worth house…Now Property Investments is ready to give fair all-cash offers. Don’t let your unwanted property frustrate you. They will buy your Texas house now, regardless of condition. Neal Jonson is the owner of NOW Property Investments LLC. Neal invests in rental properties, fixing and flipping, and providing alternative ways for homeowners to sell their homes. Avoiding foreclosure? Facing divorce? Moving? Upside down in your mortgage? Liens? It doesn’t matter whether you live in it, you’re renting it out, it’s vacant, or not even habitable. They can help. Basically, if you have a property and need to sell it…Now Property Investments can give you options and make you a fair cash offer, closing when you’re ready to sell. Visit the website at https://www.nowpropertyinvest.com/

DON MORPHY

“Inimitable style for inimitable people.” Don Morphy is an award-winning Blackowned custom menswear label owned by Custom Suit Designer Daniel Mofor. Every custom Don Morphy

item embodies the character of its wearer and comes with our inimitable fit. Your suit shouldn’t just be something that you wear but something that expresses who you are underneath. See why professional athletes, supermodels, and television stars have all chosen Don Morphy suits. Choose your style; meet with Don Morphy’s lead designer in the Dallasvshowroom. Create something truly unique to you. Enjoy your suit; After the final alterations, you will be left with a one-of-a-kind item that truly embodies your individual style. Book your appointment at https://www. donmorphy.com/ You can find Daniel at DonMorphy.com and Don Morphy on FB & IG.

LIVING ABUNDANTLY

Living Abundantly owner and coach Brandy Baxter coaches families to bring future financial goals into present reality. She also owns Envision 30, a learning and development company for future-focused leaders. She is the author of the book, The Story of Three Little Divas: Reach Your Money Goals in 3 Steps Before You Huff and Puff and Blow Your Next Paycheck Away. Brandy is also the cofounder of Black Girl Financial Magic, an organization that supports and promotes women of color who work or have businesses in personal finance. Brandy is a veteran of the United States Air Force, and she is currently pursuing a doctorate in Strategic Foresight. Visit the website at www. BrandyBaxter.com. Follow her on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram

THE DWELL SPA

Tomorrow Leigh is a licensed Esthetician from Glendora, CA with 18+ years of experience. She has a passion for helping people cultivate their best skin. As a prominent melanin authority, she focuses on treatments that deliver effective results without compromising the health or integrity of the skin. Tomorrow tailors each facial to the client’s individual needs through education and customized personal skincare treatments and regimes. The services are facials, waxing and tinting, and much more. Not sure which one to go with? Book a service that you feel will fit your needs, and Tomorrow will examine your skin and give you the best treatment for your desired results. The Dwell Spa is located at Village Salons, 7331 Gaston Ave, Suite 109 Dallas, TX 75214. Phone: 469-530-0497 or email: thedwell@gmail.com. Book your appointment at https://www.thedwellspa. com/

THE HONEY POT COMPANY

The Honey Pot Company was born out of one woman’s need to naturally heal herself. Founder and Owner Beatrice “Bea” Dixon, became a woman on a mission, searching for natural remedies to help prevent unruly infections. She created The Honey Pot Feminine Wash, her very own natural treatment for Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) and healing aid. She encourages, “Cleanse, hydrate, and balance your vagina with our plant-derived feminine hygiene washes and wipes.” Considered the first complete feminine care system, powered by herbs ®, The Honey Pot Company produces washes, wipes, tampons, pads and pantyliners. Their mission is to educate, support, and provide women around the world with the tools and resources that promote feminine health and wellness. Products are in major retailers like Target and Walmart, and can be found at thehoneypot.co

TELFAR

Telfar is a unisex line established in 2005 in New York City by Telfar Clemens, a LiberianAmerican fashion designer, and sold internationally. The collection includes handbags in various sizes and inspiring colors, as well as jewelry and select clothing. Telfar’s hit bag is nicknamed the “Bushwick Birkin.” Teflar is being worn by the biggest name celebrities, including Beyonce, and the brand collaborates with other major fashion labels to keep designs fresh. These one-ofa-kind bags are usually completely sold out on the website and thus a prize to have when purchased. Place your order today: https://shop.telfar.net/

BLACK GIRL SUNSCREEN

In 2016, Shontay Lundy created Black Girl Sunscreen (BGS), a 30 SPF lotion infused with natural ingredients and formulated for women of color. Made with melanated skin in mind, BGS dries completely clear and protects melanin without the white-cast. Founded in Miami, Black Girl Sunscreen was created to provide a non-white residue sunscreen brand for women of color, and with three main products. Located in stores like Ulta and Target, the brand has also been featured in Essence Magazine and recently debuted a kid’s line called Sunscreen-BGS Kids. Black Girl Sunscreen uses no parabens or other harmful chemicals. The goal of BGS is See SUPPORT BLACK BUSINESSES page 6

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By Hollywood Hernandez Denzel Washington is brilliant as the director of A Journal for Jordan. It will make all single viewers green with envy with the relationship between Charles (Michael B. Jordan) and Dana (Chante Adams). It’s a romantic love story, but it also concentrates heavily on the sacrifices our military has to make when deployed overseas and the sacrifices of loved ones left back home as well. For example, when Dana gives birth to the couple’s son, Jordan, Charles is in the Middle East with no idea he will be allowed to come home. The relationship between the two is also realistic, showing the trials and tribulations of a new couple. Dana and Charles also have some funny moments, like the way she is always teasing him about his raggedy sneakers and the casual way he dresses (she eventually buys him a suit). Dana also has issues dating a military man because her father is a retired military officer who was unfaithful to her mother. The movie has substance. It’s not just two good looking people falling in bed with each other. The movie is based on a real army vet, First Sergeant Charles Monroe, who was killed in the Gulf War. While in battle, Charles keeps a journal for the unborn son teaching him life lessons like how to be a decent man and all of the philosophies of life that he believes in. His mother gives him the journal when he’s 16 and he stays engrossed in the journal learning about a father he never knew. Washington puts some really likable characters up on the screen. You root for Dana and Charles on their relationship and later in the film you root for young Jordan to learn all that he can about his deceased father. Denzel deserves an Oscar nomination for this film. There’s a lot of depth to this movie and it’s also filled with simple lessons of life, like the importance of having your affairs in order and keeping a will. The movie is a tearjerker and a very heartfelt look at military life. I’m going back to watch it again. The movie is rated PG-13 and runs a little bit over 2 hours. On my “Hollywood Popcorn Scale” I rate A Journal for Jordan a JUMBO.

Pronounced Cosmology, Kazmaleje is a hair company designed for women and men with textured hair. This female, Black-owned business is empowering women and men to rock their natural curls and celebrate their unique style with the use of KurlsPlus detanglers and combs. The combs mimic fingers combing your hair! It’s the first and only hair tool company to be certified Plastic Neutral by rePurpose Global. With every purchase, the company donates a percentage towards vetted programs that will collect and recycle plastic waste. The company is also committed to supporting ethical wages for marginalized waste workers in Kenya, and ultimately reducing plastic leakage into landfills and waterways. Find out more information at https://www.kazmaleje.com

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Ellis Isle has been on the scene since 2008, but the original family tea recipe? That spans back centuries. When Nailah Ellis founded her company she based the tea on a family recipe created by her great-grandfather, Cyril Byron, a Jamaican immigrant and chef who came to America through Ellis Island more than 100 years ago. This refreshing Jamaican tea now operates a full-scale, state-of-the-art production facility and ships orders to retailers and customers nationwide. Ellis Isle only uses real, natural hibiscus, rosehips, honey and mint. Just like Pop Ellis would. Last year comedian/ actor Kevin Hart invested in the Michigan-based beverage company. Find our more at www. ellisislandtea.com.

FORGET ME NOT EATZ-N-TREATZ

Pear Nova was founded in 2012 by Rachel James. A graduate from the International Academy of Design & Technology, she hit the streets looking for a place to plant her talent. Founder Rachel James went to work for herself, incorporating Pear Nova and assembling a team of creative conspirators all working in trade to help each other push their talents out into the universe. The debut line is all creme nail polishes, with an aura of silk and leather. Pear Nova is designed in Chicago, made in the USA, crueltyfree, vegan-friendly and made from clean products. Pear Nova offers self-care products in addition to nail care, and Pear Nova Studio opened its doors

to try the loaded fries and stuffed turkey legs and you’ll definitely be satisfied. Check them out at https://www.forgetmenotseatzntreatz. com/. Call in your order today at 214-2003155.

Marcus Darden Sr., is the owner of Forget Me Not Eatz-N-Treatz. Located at 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Suite 1035, Dallas Texas 75237; inside Redbird Mall. The local restaurant features American and Barbecue cuisine that is affordably priced and freshly prepared. Patrons can also experience homemade desserts to complete their meal with a sweet taste. You have

This company is staffed by Veterans of the US Military. They provide the highest level of customer service and are proud of the quality of work they deliver. Their experienced commercial movers are experts in dealing with high tech office equipment and furniture, and will come on the day of your move with the latest in transport and moving equipment to us. Veterans R Moving Us – Dallas is located at 1111 W. Mockingbird Ln, Suite 735, Dallas, TX 75247. You can also text 972-835-8387 with your moving details to begin the process.

1ST CHOICE SOFTWASH PRESSURE WASHING

1st Choice Softwash Pressure Washing is a premier power washing service in DFW. There are a number of services they provide including pressure washing, roof cleaning, and gutter cleaning. They also clean houses, decks, and solar panels as well as seal concrete and stain decks. Schedule your appointment by calling 817-239-9221 or 469-205-8664, and to book an appointment online visit 1stchoicesoftwash. com

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7 Onwards & Upwards: American Healthcare Employer LIVE Q&A Onwards & Upwards is showcasing an American healthcare employer. Facebook Live @ConneticsUSANursing. 9 am [EmpowHer Sisterhood] Taking Inventory: How to Know When to Let Go - a panel discussion by Social Media Relations. Jumpstart the new year with power. Multiple dates. Online event Reg: https://bit. ly/31mbW97 1 pm CST

Homelessness - Development or Funding Our Way Out? Facebook Live @CoffeeandPolitics101. Guests: Derek Avery of Coir Holdings, LLC, Brandon Vance board member with the Dallas Homeless Commission. 10 -11 am CST Roundtable Breakfast - "Mercy For Judas" at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, 650 S. Griffin St. Tickets: www.ticketsforless.com 10 am to 2 pm

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5-part Virtual Entrepreneur Workshop sponsored by South Dallas Business & Professional Women's Club, Inc. Reg: https://bit.ly/3JzGRQy 2 to 4 pm CST

Creating An African American Museum In Fort Worth Update --Panel Discussion by National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum. Reg: https://bit.ly/3mevlQr 12 to 1:30 pm

12 Living Room Series for Black Women New Year Kickoff by Blk Women Series and New Heights Communication. Reg: https:// bit.ly/3HtMmhR 5 to 6:30 pm CST

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Healing Holistically: A Black Spiritualist Event by Pennie Murray, PhD. 615 Main St. Frisco, Tickets: https://bit. ly/3pPC05G 6:30 -8 pm CST

Native Conversations: Early Colonial Settlement and the First Deeds -- Facebook Live to explore the interconnected relationships between the Dutch, Swedes, English and Algonkian peoples in their respective regions/colonies, with Drew Shuptar-Rayvis. @MuseumOfNativeAmericanHistory. Reg: https://bit.ly/3FQP0xx 11 am to 12 pm

Travel Indoors! (Black Travel Summit Digital Sessions) by Black Travel Summit. Instagram Live monthly digital sessions with a variety of Black travel influencers, Black ski groups, Digital Nomads, and more discussing a variety of topics to get you traveling more, for less. Reg: https://bit.ly/3eJozhu 12pm CST

Black Ivy League Alumni-Alumnae Panel Discussion. The Black Ivy League* is a consortium of alumni-alumnae members representative of all eight of the long-established colleges-universities known for their academic excellence and admission selectivity. Online event Reg: https://bit.ly/3qHbBGM 2 to 3 pm CST

The Dallas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Friendship-West Baptist Church present a Candidates Forum, featuring gubernatorial, lieutenant governor and 30th Congressional district candidates at 3:00p.m., FWBC, 2020 West Wheatland Road. Program will also feature a candidates fair.

Black Voices in Research Storytelling Finale by U of F CTSI's Diversity and Cultural and Competence Council. Online event Reg: https://bit.ly/3488mAk 9 to 10 am CST

"Come Meet A Black Person" Anti-Racism Virtual Series Multiple dates. Online event Reg: https://bit. ly/3sPMqo5 2 to 4 pm CST

Project Moses presents fighting for freedom: Understanding sex trafficking, Saint Michael and All Angels, 8011 Douglas Ave., Dallas, 6 pm to 9 pm

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26 The 5th Annual Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo will be held at the African American Museum, 10am-5pm. Presented by Comerica Bank and The Avenue PRC, the Expo features financial literacy and mental health and awareness sessions, a beauty bar (with hair, skin and make-up vendors), CBD 101 Session, health screenings, COVID Vaccines and Testing, DNA Tests, food vendors, entertainment, A Karaoke competition and more! Call 214-941-0110 to register your booth. Or log on to www.realizingthedreamexpo.com Martin Luther King, Jr. Justice Award Luncheon & Memorial Reception honoring Karen D. McCloud at Arts District Mansion, 2101 Ross Ave. Reg: www. dallasbar.org. 12 pm.

18 Ready, Set Kindergarten! Online event. Learn how to prepare your future kindergartner for the first day of school. Reg: https://bit.ly/3HudblR 6 pm CST

20 Beyond Washington Online event broadcast via Facebook Live. @Mosaic Templars Cultural Center 6 to 7:30 pm CST Let's Talk... Conversations on Race, Equity, & Belonging by Chantelle Fitzgerald. Multiple dates. Online event Reg: https://bit.ly/3pRYxiB 4 to 5:30 pm CST Watch Party! Network Like You Mean It with The Career Mavericks with Alysha M. Campbell, and Jessica Sinclair by U.S. Black Chambers Community Economic Development

The Denton Black Film Festival returns with a hybrid festival. Campus Theatre, 214 W Hickory St, Denton.

27 Preparing for Cognitive Incapacity: Why it’s Important and the Nightmares you Risk - Free webinar. Reg: https:// bit.ly/3pNFXYX Presenter: Rex Hogue, Attorney & Partner - Haiman+Hogue, PLLC, 10 to 11:30 am

29 2022 DFW Chapter Kickoff- A Promise Kept, hosted by the National Black MBA Association - DFW Chapter in the SMU, Crum Auditorium, Collins Executive Bldg. 3150 Binkley Ave. Register at https://bit.ly/3eMNGQq 10 am to 1:30 pm

30 Octavia E. Butler Slow Read, a slow read of Octavia E. Butler’s body of work, hosted by Njeri. Online event tickets: https://bit. ly/332Qc2E 12 noon to 1:30 pm CST

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“There were significant inconsistencies in coordination, that the National Guard from the District of Columbia was slow to respond, not on its own, but it had to go to the Department of Defense. We have actually fixed that right now, where the mayor of the District of Columbia can access the Guard right now,” Thompson said. Thompson is planning televised hearings of the committee’s work in January. Thompson also mentioned a task force within the committee that will investigate the financial support of Trump supporters who attacked the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The committee is bi-partisan with two Republicans: Reps. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and Liz Cheney (R-WY). The attack on the legislative branch of the U.S. government happened on the same day that the election of President Joe Biden was to officially be certified as the victor of the 2020 presidential election by Congress. The certification process is typically a non-eventful procedure that involves officially receiving the certification papers of all the states during an hours-long ceremony and vote on the House floor. There were 147 Republicans in the U.S. House who voted against the certification of Biden’s election even after the violent attack on the Capitol. On January 6, 2021, former President Trump, who lost to President Joe Biden on November 3, 2020 by over 7,052,770 votes, had only 14 days left to remain in The White House before Biden’s inaugural. On the morning of January 6, 2021, Trump appeared at a gathering of his supporters and lied to them, as he had since November 2020 claiming the election was “stolen.” Trump’s lie that his election loss was the result of fraud has been advanced on Facebook by his supporters and in right-wing media non-stop. ““I think it is critically important, given everything we know about the lines that he was willing to cross — he

crossed lines no American president has ever crossed before. You know, we entrust the survival of our republic into the hands of the chief executive, and when a president refuses to tell the mob to stop, when he refuses to defend any of the coordinate branches of government, he cannot be trusted,” Rep. Cheney said about Donald Trump on January 2. Trump lost to Biden by double the amount of votes that he lost to Hillary Clinton in 2016. Clinton won the popular vote by 2,868,686 votes but lost the electoral college 304 to 227. “All of us here today do not want to see our election victory stolen by emboldened radical-left Democrats, which is what they’re doing. And stolen by the fake news media,” Trump bellowed from a stage on the eclipse near The White House. “We will never give up, we will never concede. It doesn’t happen. You don’t concede when there’s theft involved,” Trump continued citing no evidence. Several Republican election officials in states such as Georgia, Arizona and New Mexico certified Biden as the winner of the election without controversy. Trump’s supporters violently attacked the Capitol shortly after Trump’s speech, over-running entrances, assaulting police officers and breaking glass doors as Vice President Michael Pence during the violent insurrection at the Capitol. Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser called Governors in surrounding states for assistance from their National Guard. Trump’s supporters set up a fake guillotine they said was for Pence on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol between the reflecting pool and a memorial of U.S. Grant. Trump’s supporters chanted “hang Mike Pence” in the Capitol during the insurrection. “We have significant testimony that leads us to believe that the White House had been told to do something. We want to verify all of it,” Thompson said on CNN.

cont. from page 1 and Sing” on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 12:30 PM. It will be held at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. 5th Street, downtown Garland where the MLK Communitywide Youth Choir joined by students from the Garland ISD Fine Arts Department will perform. Winners of the 2022 MLK Float Contest to be announced at the program. This event is free and open to the public. MLK Youth Extravaganza on January 16, 2022 - Granville Arts Center Brownlee Auditorium Youth groups from area churches and the Garland ISD will showcase their spiritual talents in praise dance and athletic talents in step routines on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at 300 N. 5th Street, downtown Garland,

75040, beginning at 4:00 P.M. Admission is free and the MLK Youth Extravaganza is open to the public. For more information on these events, please contact the NAACP Garland Unit at 972.381.5044, voice box #5, or visit the NAACP Garland Unit’s website: www.garlandtxnaacp.org and click on MLK Events. Corporate / Community Sponsors / KKVI 98.9 FM Community Radio The City of Garland; Garland ISD; Balfour; Huckabee & Assoc.; Veritex Community Bank; U.S. Foods; DART; Plastipak Packaging; PerdueBrandonFielderCollins&Mott LLP Attorneys at Law; Randall Reed’s Planet Ford; Jupiter Chevrolet; KKVI 98.9 FM Radio and KKVIDFW.COM.

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ERICA ANDERSON Coach Erica Henry Anderson infuses excitement into the athletic program at Paul Quinn College. She’s energized, experienced and a huge asset to the school, program and students. Paul Quinn College’s women’s basketball and volleyball coach, Erica Henry Anderson is in her sixth season at Paul Quinn. She is also the Associate Athletic Director. Hailing from Shreveport, LA., where she graduated from C.E. Byrd High School, she has taken Paul Quinn women’s basketball to new heights with back-to-back 20+ wins, a USCAA Championship appearance, and a USCAA Final Four appearance. Prior to Paul Quinn, Coach was at Prairie View A&M, Fort Valley State, and Grambling State Universities and coached in the NJCAA at Darton College. A wife and mother, Coach is a California State University, Fresno Alum with a Bachelor of Science in Pre-occupational Therapy Studies and she has a Masters Degree in Health and Physical Education/Fitness from Albany State University. KELSEL THOMPSON Describing her as a community engagement expert, your go-to person, problem solver, connector and customer service centered appropriately describes Kelsel Thompson. Kelsel Thompson is the External Affairs Manager/PQC Plano Site Director at Paul Quinn College; but she has also served as manager-external affairs/alumni relations, athletic director and dean of students. She was Dean of Student Life at Austin College. Kelsel received her BS degree in engineering technology from Texas A&M University and a Masters Degree in College Student Personnel from Miami University. A member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, she also sits on the board of LifePath Foundation. Kelsel is a favorite with students because she is totally invested in their success and respected for her commitment to the growth and development of the oldest liberal arts HBCU west of the Mississippi. DR. MARGUERITE “MARGO” MCCLINTON STOGLIN Dr. Marguerite “Margo” McClinton Stoglin is involved with Texas Lyceum, Dallas Summit, Village Giving Circle - Texas Women’s Foundation and Alpha Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Strategic Management Consultant for CRM & Associates LLC, Dr. Marguerite “Margo” McClinton Stoglin, has an impressive portfolio. She was Texas State Director for IGNITE National and she has worked for Wingspan Portfolio Advisors and served as Special Assistant to the President and Director of Trio Program Paul Quinn College. Dr. Margo received her Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies/Sociology, where she was also president of the Nu Alpha Chapter of AKA. She received her Masters in Education from Harvard University and her Doctorate in Higher Education Administration/Public Policy from Florida State University, in addition to a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management. She is also part of Leadership Texas, Junior League of Texas, Leadership Dallas, Family Place, Fort Worth Club of the Rotary. BRIDGET SIMS LEWIS A hometown girl, Bridget Sims Lewis desires and sphere of influence has no boundaries as she has shared her knowledge, wisdom and passion internationally. She a pro who loves family and traveling! Bridget Sims Lewis, an Emmy Award winning news producer, is also a marketing and communications, media relations consultant. A wife and mother, she has an impressive portfolio that includes being the Director of Marketing and Communications at the Oakridge School, Consultant for Mouthpiece Communications, Interim Association VP for communications and Assistant director or media relations at UTA, news producer at KXAS-NBC5, WFAA-TV and WSB-TV; and she was also a writer for The Potter’s House of Dallas. Bridget received a Bachelors degree in journalism from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and a Masters degree as a Hitchcock fellow. A longtime member of the National Association of Black Journalists and PRSA, she’s also part of Leadership Arlington. MARKEYTA MITCHELL Attorney Markeyta Mitchell will be discussing Entity Structures at the December 16 Lunch & Learn presented by the Zan

GarlandJournal Wesley Holmes Jr. Community Outreach Center. She knows the pros and cons of setting up business entities in Texas. Markeyta Mitchell is an attorney whose specialty is in commercial and estate planning. A Memphis, Tennessee native, she also specializes in corporate governance and contract disputes and has experience defending physicians in medical malpractice suits. Before moving to Texas, she served as a judicial clerk for the Tennessee Attorney’s General’s office, the Mecklenburg Public Defender’s office and several law firms. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, and the J.L. Turner Legal Association. Markeyta earned her bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and her law degree from Charlotte School of Law in North Carolina. KAWANISE MIMS Kawanise Mims cares about children, health, education and human rights. Her affiliations include Junior League of Dallas and Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity Young Professionals A graduate of the University of North Texas with a B.S. Degree in Educational Psychology/Counseling, Kawanise Mims has had the pleasure of building incredible relationships with community members, corporate representatives, and non-profits across the City of Dallas. Kawanise has enjoyed stints at Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity and AmeriCorps. A 2016 graduate of Leadership Southwest, with TREC, Kawanise leads the organization’s real estate educational programs (including Real Estate 101, Real Estate Bootcamp, and Community-oriented Real Estate Accelerator), as the Community Investment Manager. Outside of work, Kawanise likes to spend time in Florida, watch her favorite sports teams, and spend quality time with family and friends. FELICIA PIERSON Felicia Pierson was a recruitment specialist in the U.S. Peace Corps. and she has an extensive background in volunteerism. As Senior Director of Community Investment at The Real Estate Council (TREC), Felicia brings her passion and commitment to delivering capital and technical assistance to underserved communities in North Texas. Following a career in corporate banking in New York, Felicia has utilized her skills and talents to support community and economic development initiatives in low and moderate-income communities in California and Texas. She holds an MBA from the Stern School of Business at New York University. When not working, you can find Felicia reading or out exploring the world and documenting her experiences with a camera. DR. JADA JACKSON-HILL Dr. Jada Jackson-Hill is an author and International Communicator, providing Counseling to Couples, Families, and Individuals. She also specializes in Self-Esteem Counseling, Sexual Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Spiritual Confusion and Relationships. Dr. Jada Jackson, Ed.D, LMHC, NCC is a Nationally Certified Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and President of Total Life CounselingDallas and Vice President of Care Management at Listeners On Call. She’s also a TV Host, Producer, and Author. As a community advocate for mental health, Dr. Jada is also a philanthropist and founder of the Be You! Foundation supporting mental health programs and services to encourage positive change in families. Hailing from San Pablo, CA., she received her BA degree in professional communication and MA in Human Services Counseling from Regent University, MS in Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University and her doctorate from Argosy University. Dr. Jada’s Life Coach Masterclass gives you the path to success helping you cut through the time and expense of training and certification. Dr. Jada is known for her transparent, practical style of communicating and training. ANGA SANDERS Anga Sanders, the Founder, Executive Director and Creative Spirit at FEED Oak Cliff and The Dallas VegFest is a former Human Resources executive with extensive, broadbased generalist experience in all areas, including investigations, employee relations, compliance, policy development and training. She specializes in HR Outsourcing, Employee relations, HR Administration, Investigations, Policy/Procedure Development, Staffing/Recruiting, Management

Training, Diversity Management. Anga has had stints at Global HR Solutions, LSG Sky Chefs and Haggar Clothing Co. Having received her Bachelors and Masters Degrees from SMU, Anga has served as Chair of the Board of Community Council of Greater Dallas; Board Member, Texas Christian Community Development Network (TxCCDN); and on University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas Executive Airport Steering Committee, FEED Oak Cliff, SMU Alumni Board and SMU African American Alumni Board. DR. BEVERLY MITCHELLBROOKS An eloquent speaker and community servant, Dr. Beverly Mitchell is a recipient of numerous awards including the Susan B. Anthony Award from the League of Women Voters. In 1990 when she was named president and CEO, Dr. Beverly Mitchell Brooks became the first woman to head the Dallas Urban League. A graduate of Dillard University, she was the first Black student to earn a master’s degree in pure science from Texas Woman’s University. Dr. Mitchell-Brooks received her doctorate in molecular biology-biochemistry. Born, educated and raised in Sunny South Dallas, the member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has worked at the Environmental Protection Agency and the City of Dallas. A former director of the Greater Dallas Community Relations Commission, she served as director of public affairs for Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). MAYOR RACHEL L. PROCTOR As the brainchild and creator of the eMErge™ Online Devotional App, Mayor Rachel L. Proctor engages her app subscribers with daily inspirational messages, shareable timeline graphics for social media and Bible studies to help them live intentionally in their faith, life, love and businesses! An author and entrepreneur, Rachel L. Proctor was first elected to the DeSoto City Council in March 2013. In May 2014 she was re-elected and from May 2016 through May 2019 went on to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. In February 2021, she began serving as the 22nd mayor of DeSoto. No stranger to politics, she held several positions, including Student Council and Sophomore Class President. A graduate of UTA with a Bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, she is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and a licensed minister. She has served as a Board Member of the Dallas County Child Welfare Advisory Board and she has been recognized as Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40, DeSoto High School Alumni Hall of Fame, SDBPWC Ombudswoman Award, and Mabel Chandler Distinguished Award Female. VERNA BROWN MITCHELL Verna Brown Mitchell absolutely always has a smile on her face and can bring a smile to your face also, because she is genuine, compassionate, intelligent, committed, resilient, honest and loving. An inductee into the African American Education Archives and History Program’s Hall of Fame, Verna Brown Mitchell was also inducted into the Dallas public school Principals’ Hall of Fame and was lauded for volunteer service during the 52nd V. Alyce Foster Trailblazer Awards luncheon by the South Dallas Business and Professional Women’s Club. In 2016, Verna celebrated 50 years as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and she is a past president of the Dallas Alumnae Chapter. An alum of Huston-Tillotson University from the class of1966, Verna is a transplant survivor and a community treasure who’s served on the City of Dallas’ Senior Affairs Commission. Verna is also a member of Trinity Chapter of The Links Inc. She has done so much for so many. Reach out to Verna and share some love on her birthday, December 22! LESIA RAMSEY If you’re looking for quality, originality, class, and a great time for all, you’re looking for Lesia Ramsey to be involved. Her spirit alone is enough to turn a bad day into a great one! Formerly an Administrative Services Coordinator at Pavaso, Lesia Ramsey is the Founder of Extravagant Events, Custom Events and Wedding Planning. Lesia is a hands-on coordinator who has been involved in organizing events for over 20 years. She spends a LOT of time researching new vendors to constantly keep clients on top of trends, deals and new ideas. She has enjoyed stints at Baylor Scott & White Health, Ericsson Inc. and JP Morgan Chase. Lesia is a board member of Jaren’s Angels Foundation, Mothers Opposing Bullying Foundation, Inc., and she has volunteered at Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. A graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas, Lesia is talented, beautiful, uplifting, conscientious, smart and fun-loving. She knows how to have a good time and she’s living life to the fullest!

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DR. LAWANA GLADNEY Dr. Lawana Gladney is a phenomenal woman and mother, purposed to live her best life while helping others to achieve their best life As the CEO of Gladney Enterprises, LLC, and 24 Carat Speakers, Dr. Lawana Gladney focuses on emotional wellness and the science of the mind. She earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Elementary Education and Teaching from Oklahoma State University, a Master of Education in Educational Psychology and a doctorate in Instructional Psychology and Technology from University of Oklahoma. A native of Wichita, KS, she’s the author of Gladney Prosperity System, If You’re in the Driver’s Seat, Why are you Lost?... A Roadmap to an Amazing Life! You Can’t be Sick, I Have to Work- 50 Tips to Emotional Wellness for Working Mothers If I Have to Tell you One More Time- 6 Keys to Motivating your Kids to Action. She has received the Dallas Business Journal women in Business Award and Dallas Black Chamber Quest for Success. Dr. Gladney has been an adjunct professor at OU. VERNETTA KINNARD She’s a Warrior, a community servant and an all-around giving and caring person. Vernetta Kinnard studied at Northwood University. She is CEO/ Founder/President of Children on the Mend, Inc. (COTM) providing an alternative perspective and service that inspires youth and young adults to reach for their fullest potential while reducing negative emotional behaviors. Vernetta focuses on building positive traits of worthiness, promoting the importance of education, empowerment, self-esteem, motivation and spirituality. She worked as a Quality Assurance Administrator at Dallas County and was recognized as the Juvenile Department Employee of the Month (May 2021) for her hard work and dedication to meeting the demands of her position. AMBER BARBEE PICKENS An absolute joy, Amber Barbee Pickens is a multi-talented entertainer hailing from Dallas, Texas. An exceptional triple threat who graduated from The Juilliard School, Amber is a professionally trained dancer, actor, and singer. Amber Barbee Pickens has so many credits to her name, including author. She recently produced a coloring book to recognize and honor Black trailblazers in the world of dance and Blooming in Motion Coloring Book features original illustrations by Amber of 20 Black dancers and over 70 blooming floral mandalas to color. Pick up your copy at the African American Museum! Always active, locally people have watched Amber who at 10, began studying with the masters of dance, acting and singing. From classes with Debbie Allen on school breaks in LA to summers in NYC at the Alvin Ailey School and Broadway camps to acting boot camps with Bill Duke since she was 12, Amber has put in the work which has led to her casting in Law and Order SVU, choreographing the feature film PASSING and gracing stages across the country. Look for more in the future! DOMINIQUE TORRES WILLIAMS An attorney at The Torres Law Office, P.C., a practice focused on family law and criminal defense, Dominique Torres Williams is an alumna of Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas. Following graduation from Skyline High School, Dominique enrolled in Eastfield College in Mesquite before transferring and receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the University of North Texas and her JD from the Texas A&M University School of Law where she was a member of the Black Law Student Association. A member of Junior League of Dallas, she served on the Board of Directors for Dallas area Rapid Transit, Sharing Life Community Outreach, Inc., Southeast Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and League of Women Voters Dallas; and she was a clinic volunteer at Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, reading tutor for Reading Tutor and Playroom Volunteer for Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center. As a personal injury litigation attorney, Atty. Torres Williams handles all aspects of litigation including drafting pleadings, responding to discovery, conducting and defending depositions, negotiations and meditations,and being 1st Chair in trial. GWENDOLYN JONES Gwendolyn Jones’ passion is purpose-filled as she lives the life of a survivor helping others to survive. Gwendolyn Jones is the founder and executive director of Arise! International, Inc., an organization she established almost 13 years ago to work with and deliver pre-

sentations at schools, community events, colleges and churches about sexual abuse awareness, prevention, and recovery. She has written articles about sexual abuse and she works with others to help end vicious cycles of abuse. Gwendolyn began facilitating her first Shelter from the Storm© support group in September 2008. For six years she was the lead facilitator at her local church and facilitated three support groups per week. She is a recipient of the 2021 Esther Award – Leadership Through Action – Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support and the 2018 EMERGE Award – presented by Rachel L. Proctor, then-Mayor Pro Tem, DeSoto, TX. A graduate of Lincoln High School, she spent almost a decade as a manager – Methods and Procedures for AT&T. HON. STACEY YVONNE ABRAMS Candidate for Governor. Public Servant. Author. Creator. Orator Entrepreneur. The Honorable Stacey Y. Abrams is brilliant and widely respected. Stacey Y. Abrams was born in Madison, Wisconsin, and raised in Gulfport, Mississippi. When her parents moved to Atlanta, Stacey and her younger siblings attended DeKalb County Schools, with her graduating from Avondale High School. Stacey received degrees from Spelman College (Magna Cum Laude), the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas and Yale Law School. An award-winning author of several books, she is co-founder of NOW Account. A former Georgia State Legislator for a decade, she also produced the documentary All In: The Fight for Democracy. She has received the NAACP Image Award for Social Justice Impact and she is recognized around the world for being smart, intuitive, strategic, methodical, and focused. DR. JANEANE ANDERSON An avid dog lover, Dr. Janeane Anderson has done extensive work on adolescent sexual health and reducing risky behaviors. Currently Janeane Anderson is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing at University of Tennessee Health Science Center received Masters of Public Health, Health Communication from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, where she also earned her Ph.D. An NABJ and DFW/ABC baby, Janeane was in the Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists Urban Journalism Workshop when she was a freshman at Grand Prairie High School. She went on to the University of Missouri at Columbia where she received her Bachelors and Masters degrees, and also became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (side note- one of her line sisters was also in the DFW/ABC workshop with her!). Dr. J. has also taught at Lincoln Humanities and Communications Magnet and Paul Quinn College, and worked at the Dallas Weekly. TAMIKA D. MALLORY Tamika D. Mallory is a Social Justice Leader, Movement Strategist, Author, Harlem Girl and one BAD sister! Tamika D. Mallory is one of the most fearless and socially conscious activists in the movement today. She attended Monsignor Scanlan High School and The College of New Rochelle. A member since she was 11, Mallory served as the youngest ever Executive Director of the National Action Network and made history when she helped shepherd the largest single day demonstration, the 2017 Women’s March on Washington, serving as one of its four national co-chairs. Born in Harlem, Tamika is always wellprepared and methodical in her efforts as she calls attention to the many ills plaguing society. A clear, conscientious, conscious, strategic voice is just what we need and get when Tamika is speaking. She hits home every time and makes us proud! DAWN BLAIR A proud alum of Bishop College where she was a business/marketing major and was initiated into the Delta Omega Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Dawn Blair grew up in Sunny South Dallas. Dawn Blair attended Bishop Lynch High School and Business and Management Center. Dawn is a real estate manager for the City of Dallas. When she ran for Dallas City Council, the Dallas Morning News referred to her strong leadership skills. She grew up in South Dallas. A board member of Dodd Education and Support, Dawn has volunteered w/EK Bailey Ministries, working on economic development initiatives and conference planning/execution; MakeA-Difference Day, providing service to the community at large, including lunch for nurses in the neonatal unit; thank you gift bags to nurses/nurses aid at local nursing homes; hosted baby showers for teenage mothers; various acts of kindness to the community (i.e. water on hot summer days, gift cards for gas/groceries).