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By Cheryl Smith Publisher
SERVING NORTH EAST TEXAS
THURSDAY JULY 1, 2021 VOLUME X
NNPA re-elects Executive Committee of five Black Women Publishers
“Give me your tired“ ...or... “Do not come“
By Stacy M. Brown
Critical Conversation Time When Judy Foston Stanford of Foston International Communications, Inc., reached out to me about a program hosted by Texas Voters Forward and the Houston NAACP; I was immediately intrigued. As the media coordinator, she explained that there would be a “crucial conversation” with Texas Black Media and members of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus; and I got excited because as mid-term elections rapidly approach, I was of the belief that there needed to be many “crucial conversations” or there was going be hell to pay for some, in the very near future. The fact that she also said there would be world-famous Frenchy’s Chicken served at the beautiful Buffalo Soldiers Museum, was worth a pause for the cause. But seriously we needed to have some candid discussions that needed to begin right where organizers said, with the review of the 2021 Texas Legislative Session and an analyzation of “the impact this session will have on the Black community.” We were told the event was held because, “The media must See MY TRUTH page 4
NNPA Newswire
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) completed its historic virtual convention by unanimously re-electing its all-Black women executive board. Houston Forward Times Publisher Karen Carter Richards earned a second term as the national chair of the NNPA. Meanwhile, the executive team of Atlanta Voice Publisher Janis L. Ware (First Vice-Chair); County News Publisher Fran Farrer (Second Vice-Chair); New Journal & Guide Publisher Brenda Andrews (Treasurer); and Mississippi Link Publisher Jackie Hampton (Secretary) also won the election to second terms
I Was Just Thinking... By Norma Adams-Wade
der his leadership FAMU was named Time Magazine’s College of the Year. It is also important to note that during Dr. Humphries’ tenure, enrollment at FAMU rose from 5,100 in 1985 to more than 12,000 students in 1999. Current FAMU President Dr. Larry Robinson shared a message following Dr. Humphries’ death. “We have been informed
We all love Vice-President Kamala Harris. Yet we admit her recent words set off an international firestorm. On her diplomatic visit to Guatemala in June, the United States’ second most powerful person was roundly quoted in media as saying to potential immigrants, “Do not come. Do not come.” Her admonition addressed the controversial and yet unsolved issue of undocumented migrants crossing the nation’s southern border and entering Texas, largely from Mexico, Guatemala, and other Latin American sites. Her message was: stay where you are and allow America to help solve the Vice-President “root causes” that Kamala Harris compel you to leave, Credit: Wikipedia including corruption and poverty. Some politicians and media pundits criticized Harris’ words, particularly migrant advocate U. S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) who said “This is disappointing...” Aside from criticism, though, Harris’ statement also delves up much ignored or maybe even willfully concealed history
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New Journal & Guide Publisher Brenda Andrews (Treasurer); Atlanta Voice Publisher Janis L. Ware (First Vice-Chair); Municipal Court Judge Tyrone Yates; County News Publisher Fran Farrer (Second Vice-Chair); Houston Forward Times Publisher Karen Carter Richards (Board Chair); and Mississippi Link Publisher Jackie Hampton (Secretary)
for their respective positions. “We are doing some great things,” Carter Richards exclaimed.
“I am excited about the next two years, and to have the support and the trust from the othSee NNPA page 4
Esteemed HBCU president dies By Amore
Texas Metro News
The news of the death of Dr. Frederick S. Humphries on June 24 at his home in Orlando, Fla was literally heard around the world simply because of his enormous presence in the lives of and outreach to faculty, alumni and friends of both Florida A&M (FAMU) and Tennessee State (TSU) Universities.
Dr. Frederick S. Humphries
Dr. Humphries served as TSU’s 4th president. In 1985 he became the eighth president of FAMU and un-
Superb Women
June 2021
Pat Smith
Joyce Williams
Pat Southall Smith is a journalist, minister, author, actress, speaker, entrepreneur, executive producer and philanthropist. A native of Chesapeake, VA, this mother of five received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from James Madison University. She is the first African American woman to win the Miss Virginia USA title and she placed first runner-up in the 1994 Miss USA Pageant. She is founder and CEO of Pat Smith Enterprises and Treasure You, a non-profit organization that inspires women to pursue their second chance in life despite difficult circumstances and setbacks. She recently launched an online clothing boutique, PS by Pat Smith, and a portion of the proceeds support the emergency needs of women and girls. She ministers to and mentors females of all ages. Pat is a member of the prestigious Vogue 100, was voted one of the 10 Most Beautiful Women of Dallas, named a celebrity role model for the Dallas Elevators mentor program; this member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is also involved with battered women’s shelters and breast cancer initiatives. She is simply amazing!
Joyce Williams has a B.S. degree from Mississippi Valley State University and a M.Ed. degree from Delta State University with post-graduate studies at the University of Mississippi and UNT. She serves as Associate Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Community Initiatives for Dallas College. Touting more than 20 years of experience in education, she has impeccable credentials. Joyce was instrumental in the development of a strategic implementation of the Amazon Veteran Apprenticeship program (Cloud Support Technician); and development and management of 9-12 apprenticeship programs serving over 2000 apprentices. She has served as President of Texas Association of Community and Technical Educators (TACTE); and Chair WECM State Leadership Committee. Additionally she has published articles in “Community Colleges for International Development.” A recipient of numerous awards and a life member of the NAACP, she is a past chair, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dallas; Executive Board member, Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce; Chair, Visit Dallas; board member, Friends of Fair Park; and, member of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) Certification Advisory Council.
Monique “M.P.” Stone Monique “M. P.” Stone is an author, executive, writer, entertainer and actress. A graduate of Miller High School in Corpus Christi, she moved to Atlanta, GA where she trained at the Dance and Theatre Arts Institute and toured as a troupe member. She moved to Dallas to join the Dallas Minority Repertory Company, producing and performing in several independent stage and film productions. Founder and Exec. Director of Angel Faces, Inc., she opened a Performing Arts Center providing free arts and etiquette training to disadvantaged youth. She also developed ENCORE, a “safe haven” before and after school program. She was named “2010 Woman of the Year” by the South Dallas Business and Professional Women’s Club, received a “Decade of Excellent Community Service” recognition by the City of Dallas, and was listed in “Who’s Who In Black Dallas” 2012 edition. Monique released two documentaries, wrote several stage-plays, screenplays, television pilots, mini-bibles, and, was a Lifestyle writer for I Messenger Media. She’s also a whiz at organizing! She will whip you, your office and your home into shape!
Judge Bobbie Edmonds Bobbie Edmonds is an aspiring interior decorator, author, practicing attorney, mentor and associate judge for the City of Forest Hill, TX. She has been the leader of a legal aide corporation, adjunct professor at two universities: McNeese University and Texas Wesleyan University; a motivational speaker, and legal analyst on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, Heaven 97AM and KKDA Soul 73. Bobbie earned her undergraduate degree in Interior Design at Southern University, and law degree from Southern University School of Law. She is a sought-after speaker on legal topics for lawyers, students, community groups and other organizations. Her book, “The Legal Navigator” is an essential tool for parents and children to use in the school disciplinary process. A member of National Bar, Tarrant County Bar, and the L. Clifford Davis Legal Associations, Bobbie was a legal commentator on The Quad Review, and has hosted the TV show, “Legal Peek” and received the 2019 State Bar
of Texas Law-Related Education award for her theatrical play, “Santa Goes to Jail.” All rise for this phenomenal woman. Honorable Monica McCoy Purdy Monica McCoy Purdy is Judge of the 95th Civil District Court. Judge Purdy earned her law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Well-respected, this native of Tampa, FL, earned her degree from Spelman College. She helped develop the Legal Studies Department at Paul Quinn College where she taught as an adjunct professor. She has served as President of the J.L. Turner Legal Association; Regional Director for the National Bar Association. She’s a member of the National Bar Association, National Association of Women Judges, Dallas Bar Association, J.L. Turner Legal Association, Mac Taylor Inn of Court, Texas Bar Foundation Fellow (the highest honor bestowed upon a member), League of Women Voters of Texas former board member, Dallas Assembly, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Jack and Jill of America, Inc., The Links Inc., a founding member of Village Giving Circle, Commissioner to the Lawyers Network Commission & Advisory Committee for the Center for Reproductive Rights, Judicial Nominating Commission for the City of Dallas, and Thurgood Marshall School of Law National Alumni Board. Supreme Court, here she comes! Hon. Jasmine Crockett Keep your eyes on this sister. She plays to WIN! Civil Rights Attorney Jasmine Crockett is in the Texas House of Representatives, District 100. Hailing from St. Louis MO, her passion for empowering people politically and in justice led to her career as a public defender, county party chair, and civil rights and criminal defense attorney focused on defending our most vulnerable neighbors from unlawful accusations, and exploitation, in the criminal justice system. Jasmine has made every decision with one goal in mind: protecting the civil liberties of those in underrepresented communities. She has a Bachelors degree in business from Rhodes College and law degree from the University of Houston. Now she is taking that fight and fire to the Texas House of Representatives and folks are taking notice. This
member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is well respected for her work ethic, passion, hard work and commitment. She won with support from her neighbors and constituents who agreed it was time for new leadership to disrupt politics as usual and get to work for the people. Trust and believe that she is working in your best interest! Clarice Tinsley Clarice Tinsley was born in Detroit and graduated from Wayne State University with a BA in Liberal Arts, majoring in Radio, TV and Film. In 1988, the Wayne State Alumnae Association named her as Headliner at a special luncheon. And, in 1992, Clarice was awarded Wayne State University’s Arts Achievement Award. In 2020 she was inducted into the National Association of Black Journalists Hall of Fame. Clarice is a proud Lifetime Girl Scout. Clarice began working at KDFW-TV in 1978 and she is the longest-serving news anchor in the D/FW market. Previously, she worked at WITI TV 6 in Milwaukee. Clarice has appeared as a news anchor or reporter in several Dallas-based television productions, including The Good Guys, Prison Break, Walker, Texas Ranger and Dallas. She has won numerous awards including the Peabody Award and Alfred I. DuPont–Columbia University Award. She enjoys working out, reading, acquiring art, traveling, dancing, listening to music and spending time with her family and friends. Kind, generous and compassionate, Clarice also paints works of art in the medium of acrylic on canvas. Rev. Dr. LaVerne Whitehead Reed The Rev. Dr. LaVerne Whitehead Reed is an effective leader in Christian Discipleship, Community Outreach and Education. She marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis and is Senior Pastor of Warren Avenue Christian Church of Dallas. Among her extensive years of service, she was Dean of Richard Allen Chapel at Paul Quinn College. A native Memphian, Dr. Reed relocated to Texas where she earned the Doctorate of Ministry, Master of Divinity, Bachelor’s and Associates degrees in addition to the Diploma of Vocational Nursing and completed further studies at The Interdenominational Theological Center. At Texas Christian University and Brite Divinity School she received the Certificate of Academic Excellence and was designated a Benjamin E. Mays Scholar. Dr. Reed is a Certified Crisis Intervention Counselor, a Board Certified Chaplain, NAACP Life member, Southwest Regional Chaplain for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a Heroine of Jericho Worthy Matron, the published author of Mountain Move Around, and a contributing writer to a number
of Lenten Devotional Guides. Dr. Reed is a trailblazer, a born leader and servant. She is our sister! Valerie Fields Hill Valerie Fields Hill is news editor for I Messenger Media. She is a proud graduate of Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College in Baton Rouge. She has been a staff writer at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, an assistant city editor at The Dallas Morning News and a Fellow at the Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education. She is a member of National Association of Black Journalists, D/FW Association of Black Journalists (serving as the scholarship chairperson), the Southern University Alumni Federation - Fort Worth Chapter and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. A mother to a Howard University junior and an award-winning gymnast, Valerie is committed to her children and a life of community service. She serves as an instructional facilitator at the St. John Church Counseling Ministry and she has outstanding project management skills and enjoys working in fastpaced environments. Valerie has used her excellent skills in journalism, social services and education. She’s a mentor to many and this Jaguar has used her impeccable journalism skills to train numerous aspiring journalists to be successful in their careers whichever path they chose to follow. Symone Redwine Attorney Symone Redwine is described as beauty, brains and a bold Southern attitude She studied finance at the University of Pittsburgh and received her law degree from Cornell University. She practiced fashion and trade law in New York before returning to Texas to launch her private practice, Redwine Law Firm; with offices in Dallas and Houston. She has handled many high-profile cases including the first case of its kind serving as co-council with attorney Lee Merritt, in the lawsuit against R&B singer R. Kelly involving an underaged girl with whom Kelly had a sexual encounter. She says she chose to defend those who cannot fight for themselves. Symone is a former child actor who appeared in Problem Child, Walker, Texas Ranger; and most recently, Season 3 of the OWN series Ready to Love! Attorney Symone is an expert on: 1. How to get rent postponed during the pandemic 2. How to get mortgage payments moved to end of agreement 3. What employers cannot legally do 4. Deferring student loans without penalty 5. Re-applying for PPE loans for small businesses See SUPERB WOMEN page 8