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Thanks, Bob Ray!

Bob Ray Sanders

I will begin by saying I absolutely adore Peaches. She has always been sweet and loving to me and I appreciate her so very much.

I also remember that when at an event I complimented her on her beautiful purse and she took it off her shoulder and gifted it to me.

That’s who Peaches is and she’s married to an equally special person, veteran journalist and statesman Bob Ray Sanders.

When we met almost 35 years ago, I was immediately impressed.

He could have stopped in his tracks and never done anything else and he would have been good; with his legacy intact.

The Fort Worth native graduated from I.M. Terrell High School and pursued a degree at North Texas State University.

He has excelled as a journalist and a journalism educator.

He also serves as a mentor because Bob Ray is someone who has inspired so many whether they ended up being journalists or pursuing another career.

Integrity, tenacity, excellence, methodical, conscientious, spiritually grounded and fearless; that’s Bob Ray. See MY TRUTH, Page 13

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Women find a winning solution in dealing with hair loss

By Sylvia Dunnavant Hines After Actor Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock during the Oscars for making a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, one word was echoed around the world – alopecia.

From break rooms to the morning talk shows, people were asking, “what is alopecia?”

Even though many people in the nation had no idea what this word meant, according

With over 6.8 million Americans dealing with hair loss, Tiyiesha Morgan, hair loss practitioner, believes that hair loss is a silent epidemic.

Carmen Anderson displays her hair loss

to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation this condition affects both sexes and all eth-

nic groups can develop alopecia areata.

“The definition of alopecia is hair loss from

any cause. There are 100 different categories of alopecia,” said Dr. Linda Amerson, PhD, IIT, Tect, CCHHP/Scalp Doctor and Holistic Health Practitioner; who also is the owner of LA’s Hair and Scalp in Arlington, Texas.

Although people of all ages can develop alopecia, studies have shown that many people start to experience symptoms of this disease by the age of 30.

“Some of my youngSee HAIR LOSS, page 6

Program addresses healthier work environments

Innovative Health Program Provides Alternative for Sick Employees

By Cheryl Smith

Dr. Glenn Davis

Get sick at work and you have to take off to see a doctor or visit the emergency room; or you can just call it a day and go home in hopes your condition gets better.

Medical experts are calling mobile clinics

the future of healthcare.

Productivity is impacted and loss wages are an immediate downside to work stoppage. The alternative is for the sick employee to report to work and if contagious, possibly infect others causing a major problem.

For many, the idea of

taking off work because of illness is not only stressful, it’s not an option.

When Dallas-based Hardies Fresh Foods executives entered into an arrangement with Hamilton Health Box, it was seen as not only a cost-saving measure but See HEALTH PROGRAM, page 3

Texas State Fair VP’s resignation has South Dallas leaders demanding changes in pay, community input

By Sriya Reddy When Froswa’ BookerDrew joined the leadership of the State Fair of Texas, her goal was to engage the South Dallas community, which many in the neighborhood had felt had been neglected by the Fair for decades.

Booker-Drew is leaving her position as vice president of community affairs

and strategic alliances on April 15, according to an email she sent late last week to many South Dallas organizations. State Fair president Mitchell Glieber said Tuesday a search for a replacement is in the early stages.

Her departure has left some leaders of South DalDr. Froswa Booker-Drew, VP of Community Affairs, poses las nonprofits shocked and at the State Fair in Dallas on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. angry, and it’s led a group Booker-Drew provides support and resources to grassroots See TEXAS STATE FAIR, page 11

organizations.

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African American Educators honored at Hall of Fame inperson luncheon I WAS JUST THINKING...

By Norma Adams-Wade COVID-19 had to take a backseat to this determined group of educators who showed that they would not be stopped from giving honor where honor was due.

The African American Education Archives and History Program (AAEAHP) inducted 10 standout educators into its Bobbie L. Lang Hall of Fame at an Induction Ceremony Luncheon Saturday April 2, 2022 at the Hilton Garden in Duncanville. These were inductees from the year 2020 in that the coronavirus pandemic forced public ceremonies to be postponed that year and after.

Greg Fields, WFAA-TV (Channel 8) meteorologist, moderated the program, and students from the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts provided musical entertainment.

AAEAHP President Dr. Alfred Roberts said the 2020 inductions will now increase the number of educators to 166 who have been inducted since the annual ceremony began.

AAEAHP was founded in 2002 and began the Hall of Fame in 2004. A description on their website captures the organization’s distinction: “No other group has made as significant an impact on the lives of African Americans than African American educators.

Help us in our effort to chronicle the contributions of this group of magnificent professionals.”

The organization also acknowledged its 20th anniversary this year and presented See AFRICAN AMERICAN EDUCATORS, Page 11

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THE LONGEST JOURNEY IS FROM YOUR HEAD TO YOUR HEART. KELVIN JOSEPH AND OTHERS – WHAT WERE YOU THINKING? BLACK CARD

By Terry Allen Every Sunday evening, we knew a lesson was about to come when Lucille “Big Mama” Allen sat on the back porch resting her feet, heart and hands after working 6-7 days a week for others then cooking a great Sunday dinner for her own family.

This particular advisory, “the longest journey in the world is from your head to your heart” was always a Big Mama PlayBook Challenge because this one required that all members of Big Mama’s family had to surrender

their egos and take a deep dive to grasp this lesson.

Right in the middle of the interruption of everything, Big Mama would call out your full name then directly ask, “Terry is your head leading you to your heart or is it an expansion of your attitude (E.G.O.) Lucille “Big Mama” had me understand that E.G.O. meant Easing God OUT and if the ego was winning then you are in trouble.

Big Mama’s advice meant that you need to work on taking what is in your head (E.G.O.) and ensure that your heart lands in the center of your thinking BEFORE you act.

Lucille “Big Mama” Allen platform was always steeped in the Biblical word. The willingness to change is driven by personal need

and a renewed EGO. Big mama knew that! Her quote would be Ephesians 4:22-24.

The E.G.O feeds off the fact that some of us do not know that we do not know. We refuse to acknowledge we have an E.G.O and accept that God is not driving.

Example, a very loved and respected mother in my circle asked the men of the circle to intervene in her granddaughter’s life. She felt someone needs to “talk to her” after her granddaughter attended an event in Dallas where a man was killed and others dodged bullets, escaping death.

Hmm, as my sister, Peggy would say, “Here is the thing, you are the person in charge, you allowed her to go, 1) Did she ask for your permission or just inform you she was going? 2) Did you

check out the information on the sponsors, permits and hosts of the park party? 3) is there a clear line of accountability and freedom between you the parent and her the child?

One way to get off the sidelines and step into the endgame is to use BIG Mama’s playbook challenge to travel from your head to your heart FIRST. Think about something you know is an issue for you – take it to your heart.

I am going to sit back to see how this investigation goes with a deadly shooting that happened in the early hours of March 18, outside a bar on Dallas’ Lower Greenville Avenue. Somene allegedly shot from a car that Dallas Cowboy Kelvin Joseph was a passenger in and Cameron Ray died from a gunshot

wound that night. Brother Kelvin, here is the thing, you were willingly in that mix..sooooo?

Readers, I ask that you understand that the movement up and down all the different stages of the ego is quick, so it is imperative that the journey from head to heart is done every day.

Here is my E.G.O. Notice: Think, Be quiet, think again and then drown the ego, then, act - repeat the steps because you are in Spiritual Special ED and you must repeat the class.

Email if you have an E.G.O. issue to share with me at TerryAllenPr@gmail.com Terry Allen is an award-winning media professional, journalist, and entrepreneur. He is also the founder of City Men Cook and 1016 Media. Reach him at terryalllenpr@gmail.com

Innovative Health Program Provides Alternative for Sick Employees cont. from page 1 also an investment in the more than 400 employees at the Dallas-based company.

During a recent visit to Dallas, Dr. Glenn Davis talked about how the Houston-based company that specializes in mobile clinics is helping companies and their employees along with their families by setting up offices on the premises to provide medical care.

Doctors are available for checkups and minor health concerns.

At the local fruit processing plant, employees were even tested for COVID and with more services on site there was never a shutdown or work stoppage throughout the pandemic.

Dr. Davis praised the leadership at Hardies for investing in employees, saying it was a testament to visionary leadership. He said Hardies joins other companies in working to deal with the health crisis and promote safer, health-

ier workplaces.

Vice President Jennifer Hardie Austin and Human Resources Director Melinda Munoz echoed the doctors sentiments about the benefits of having a doctor on call.

For them, it made good business sense.

“The decision to go with Hamilton will benefit the company and our employees,” said Munoz.

According to the doctor, the Hamilton Health Box preventative services model has an impressive track record, saving one company as much as a 1/2 million dollars annually.

“We are able to diagnose symptoms earlier,” he explained, adding that the trained staff can prescribe medications and also make referrals and determine if a hospital visit is the next step.

Having Hamilton on the premises can also help area hospitals who have found their emergency room doctors being used as primary care physicians

Dr. Glenn Davis with Nurse Paola Olquin, Melinda Munoz and Jennifer Hardie Austin

for many patients.

According to a survey commissioned by digital healthcare marketplace Zocdoc and conducted by Kelton Global, “The emergency room is the default choice for most Americans when they need medical care and nearly a quarter of millennials and Gen Z view the ER as their primary care doctor.”

The study also showed that only 3% and 14% of Baby Boomers and Gen Xers, respectively, do the same.

Long before the COVID

pandemic, this was a problem for America’s hospitals and was actually deemed a crisis.

Unfortunately, some point to the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), which passed in 1986 by Congress, requires hospitals and ambulance services to provide care to anyone needing emergency healthcare treatment regardless of citizenship, legal status or ability to pay.

Board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediat-

rics, Dr. Davis says companies that have a base of 150 or more employees, benefit significantly from contracting with Hamilton.

The Texas A&M University and Baylor University Alum, he says Hamilton is located in businesses in several cities and there are plans to expand, because of their successful track record in helping employees get healthy and businesses operate in a safer, healthier environment.

There are fewer sick claims, sicknesses are quickly addressed and in many cases, employees can go back to work the same day, without using any sick days, said Dr. Davis.

A key component in the office “clinic” is the Teledoc System that Dr. Davis says removes barriers to care, allowing doctors to interact with patients virtually and in person and patients can see what the doctor is seeing or hearing.

In a demonstration at

Hardies, Dr. Davis displayed how doctors are able to do everything from checking vitals like blood pressure to prescribing antibiotics for a toothache.

Available around the clock, Hamilton’s full time staff is assisted by a care team that is available to provide immediate care.

During the visit with Dr. Davis, Nurse Paola Olguin was on duty and she talked about how important she thinks the program is, especially for those employees who have family members.

“Their family members are also able to take advantage of services,” she said.

And other perks for employees on the plan include no charge for any generic medicine and that plan costs on average between $40-$50 per employee per month, she added.

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That’s My Mama!

QUIT PLAYIN’

By Vincent L. Hall "Set in a middle-class African American neighborhood in Washington, D.C., the program revolved around the character Clifton Curtis (played by Clifton Davis), a man in his mid-20s who worked as a barber at Oscar's Barber Shop, the family barbershop he had inherited from his late father.

While Clifton enjoyed being a bachelor, his loving but tarttongued and opinionated mother, Eloise "Mama" Curtis, played

by Theresa Merritt, wanted him to settle down and find a nice wife."

You realize that "That's My Mama" was once a television show if you're old enough. So you may not have needed the description provided by Wikipedia.

That’s My Mama” got a remake in the mid-1980s. ABC reset Fred Berry (Rerun) and his crew as "What's Happening Now," so ABC replicated it with “That’s My Mama Now.” Both iterations of the show were a bit of a spoof. The question today though is where the

mamas are nowadays. Who and where are the daddies, the grandparents? Too many of our kids are just out of control.

All over the nation, we are constantly stunned by the images of students running roughshod over teachers, administrators, and school security personnel. Unfortunately, the recent videos from Desoto High are the talk of the town. The scenes were disheartening.

DeSoto, per capita, is among the five most affluent Black neighborhoods/enclaves/communities in the nation. The 2020 Census reported that DeSoto had a population of 52,190. It is the 70th largest city in Texas and the 759th largest city in the United States.

The average household income in DeSoto is $85,443, with a median house value of $169,800.

The median age in DeSoto is

38.9 years, 37.8 years for males, and 39.9 years for females. Those numbers are higher than average, especially for a city that is 70% African American.

The concept of the best and the brightest has never sat well with me. Dr. W.E.B. DuBois and his theories about the Talented Tenth are noble but filled with flaws.

But I do side with the Bible passage that says, “To whom much is given much is required.”

That being said…

As a former longtime resident and taxpayer, it galls me most to see what’s happening in DeSoto.

These kids don't live in poverty or squalor. They don't know what it means to miss a meal, do without the necessities, or wonder why the lights, water, and gas have been shut off.

DeSoto has the potential to be the model for urban living in the United States. DeSoto is a community that bears testimony to the value of education, hard work, and drive. People around the nation are attracted to solid, well-managed school systems.

DeSoto must reclaim that reputation.

For the most part, DeSoto’s problems arise among overly-pampered, wannabee gangsters who mimic what they see on Tik Tok or Twitter. Too many

of our children gravitate to the glamorized “street legacies” of thug life and hard times.

Sadly, the spiraling spate of unwarranted shootings we are seeing in urban centers says that our village is broken.

Our boys buy guns because they aren’t strong enough to take an ass whipping like men. Few brothers over 40 years of age can tell you that they never had a fight or won every scuffle. Disagreements happen and can be settled without lethal weapons.

The public embarrassment and an unsightly Black eye will subside. However, the private pain of watching your son receive a life sentence at the hand of a judge or by another gun-wielding teen lasts a lifetime.

I wholeheartedly believe and can honestly say that if you are a Black man over the age of 30

and have not been to prison, you probably had a mother or parents who took charge and responsibility.

Black mothers would “go upside your head” no matter how old or how big and buffed you got back in the day.

All Black moms then sang from the same sacred hymnal. They sang their own Negro Spirituals.

“Negro if you ever get big enough to whip me, you better let me win. Boy, if you touch me in your dreams, you better wake up and apologize.”

If you ever see a short well-aging woman named Patricia, that's my mama. And I am walking on this side of the graveyard, without an orange jumpsuit because of her.

Our children need us…Badly!

Vincent L. Hall is an author, activist, and an award-winning columnist.

Brother Biden, Please keep another promise or two THE LAST WORD

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux I do this thing in my head with President Joe Biden. When

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he gets on my nerves, I often call him President. When I want something from him or want to thank him for something, I call him Brother Biden. As I write this, I thank him for our incoming Supreme Court Justice, Ketanji Brown Jackson, and I'm celebrating her gracious, humble, generous presence like so

CREDO OF THE BLACK PRESS The Black Press believes that America can best lead the world away from racial and national antagonisms when it accords to every person, regardless of race, color or creed, full human and legal rights. Hating no person, fearing no person, the Black Press strives to help every person in the firm belief that all are hurt as long as anyone is held back.

many of us. This woman inspires me, and that's an understatement.

I admire how she has managed to keep her effervescent smile through the kind of nonsense that would have me throwing punches. Ted Cruz, really? Lindsey Graham, really?

These privileged white men attempted to rattle the cage of a woman who could be taken off her game. May we all have some measure of her restraint.

So thank you, Brother Biden, for doing the right thing. But it isn't the only right thing you can do. You talked about reparations during the 2020 campaign.

Now there is legislation in the House of Representatives to pass HR 40, the legislation that Congressman John Conyers (D-MI) introduced annually since 1989,

President Joe Biden

and that Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) is now carrying.

The votes are almost there, but the Senate will not pass it.

Why not do an executive order to study the reparations issue officially. It would take a stroke of your pen to make this hap-

pen. Why won't you do the right thing?

You also agreed to forgive some student loan debt. While it is clear that there is some pushback on forgiving all debt, why not take the first step by forgiving some of it?

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Our Personal Gethsemanes FAITHFUL UTTERANCES

By Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

Easter brings out several thoughts and emotions for me.

I am often amazed and at the same time saddened by what Christ experienced as He prepared for death. In knowing that He would be betrayed and placed on the cross, how can you wrap your mind around such a journey to reach such an impactful purpose?

As Jesus went to pray in the garden of Gethsemane, he states, “My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.” (Matthew 26:38) To be overcome with such grief and pain must be debilitating and yet, he depended upon his disciples to be there in his most needed hour so that He could pray and seek God. His disciples let Him down by falling asleep. It’s easy to see the disciples through the eyes

of superiority—why couldn’t they just stay up and pay attention? This really forces each of us to reflect on the moments that others have asked us to be available only to find ourselves distracted by our own needs in the moment.

The disciples found themselves struggling in their humanity. It’s in those moments that we recognize our need and dependency upon Christ. Otherwise, we are going to always fall short. (Romans 3:23) They were near Christ and still lost sight of the goal.

The same thing happens to us in our relationships with friends, but we also do it in our relationship with God. It is important that we stay focused, that we pray and that we are not willing to give up even when we are heavy with burdens. God never promised that it would be easy, but would He did say is that He would not leave us. (Deuteronomy 31:6-8) He doesn’t.

Yet, as humans, leaving isn’t always physical. Leaving can be our minds drifting, our spirits connecting to influences that

are not good for us or allowing our emotions to take control instead of allowing God to remain in the driver’s seat. We all have our Gethsemanes—our places of suffering.

spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” (Matthew 26:41) Sometimes, we mess up royally. “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do.” (Romans

My emotions overwhelm me in knowing what Christ endured for me and for you.

Yet, Easter is a reminder that He lives and that no matter what you are facing, with Christ, those things that are hard, that appear dead and gone can live again! Stay focused, remain in Him and know that your life can be resurrected when you surrender all to God who has already won the victory for YOU! We will have experiences that are overwhelming and can literally drain all our focus, energy, and desire. Some of those experiences can keep us paralyzed, unable to move forward and we find ourselves drifting off to sleep spiritually or mentally.

Unlike Christ, as much as we want to do what’s right, it’s hard. Jesus stated, “For the

7:15) Jesus’ response to his disciples is a key for us—Christ did not stop praying even though He was fully aware of the difficulty of the journey. Even as Jesus faced the accusations from the Sanhedrin, He never lost sight of the goal in mind.

He continued to focus on the resurrection despite the pain of betrayal by those He loved and walked with,

others who misunderstood Him, a crowd choosing a murderer to release over Him, and a governmental system that knew He had done no wrong but allowed his death to occur.

(Matthew 26-27) We might find ourselves with a slew of reasons to give up because of how much we face.

We must focus on the promises of God even when we find ourselves distracted or even witnessing things around us disappear or even die.

My emotions overwhelm me in knowing what Christ endured for me and for you. Yet, Easter is a reminder that He lives and that no matter what you are facing, with Christ, those things that are hard, that appear dead and gone can live again! Stay focused, remain in Him and know that your life can be resurrected when you surrender all to God who has already won the victory for YOU! Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew is the host of the Tapestry Podcast and the author of three books for women.

She is also the Vice President of Community Affairs for the State Fair of Texas. To learn more, visit drfroswa. com.

America Needs Humanitarian Relief, Too OUR VOICES

By Dr. John E. Warren It is a good thing that America has been a lead nation in both providing humanitarian and military assistance to Ukraine.

It is good that we as a nation, Democrat and Republican, have been able to unify on this most important issue facing the world.

It is also a good thing that America has been able to give hundreds of millions of doses of the COVID-19 Vaccine to struggling third world countries where people are waiting in lines while Americans refuse vaccinations for all kinds of reasons.

But while all of this is a good thing, let us not forget the loom-

ing crisis ahead of us. The fact is that the virus, with its ever increasing mutations, is not over.

There are still over 750 people dying daily from this virus even though hospital rates and the daily death rates are down from what they were just months ago.

Infection cases are up across the country with some states experiencing higher rates than others and a number of cities like Philadelphia, New York, and Washington, D.C. have had to reinstate their mask mandates.

In the midst of the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis, the new surge in infections across the country, and continued death rates, the United States Congress refused to pass a 22 billion dollar funding bill to continue testing, vaccinations, and the funding for Covid-19 related supplies before adjourning for the Easter/ Spring Recess.

Much of the opposition,

again, is coming from the (Russian-like) Republican Party not only denying and refusing to support and vote for such funds, but also leaving out much needed continuation dollars for programs to feed the hungry.

This pull back on funds for testing and vaccinations is also impacting those American companies that geared up to produce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at the height of the pandemic when supplies were no longer available from our foreign sources.

Now, with this cutback in federal funds, many of these companies are on the verge of going out of business because America is withdrawing the very funds that allowed hospitals and others to purchase the PPE items they were able to buy until this cutoff.

How can we find billions of dollars to support all elements

The government’s distribution of personal testing kits cannot become a substitute for providing the kind of care and supplies that have allowed us to avoid millions of additional deaths because, at the time, we funded the very things we are now threatening to withhold. of the Ukraine Humanitarian crisis, but not have money for our own people here at home?

Those Americans who are still unvaccinated, and mainly by choice, still represent a threat to the rest of us.

The government’s distribution of personal testing kits cannot become a substitute for providing the kind of care and supplies that have allowed us to avoid millions of additional deaths be-

cause, at the time, we funded the very things we are now threatening to withhold.

Let us not forget the saying “Charity starts at home and then spreads abroad”.

Mr. President, Members of Congress, America is “home”.

Let's not create another humanitarian crisis here because of party politics.

Dr. John E. Warren is publisher of The San Diego Voice and Viewpoint.

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Women find a winning solution in dealing with hair loss cont. from page 1

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, who has alopecia, has introduced a bill that would allow Medicare to cover the cost of wigs for those experiencing hair loss due to medical treatment or disease.

er clients are more concerned with their physical image,” said Dr. Amerson. “They may not be as conscious about trying to take care of their scalp. They tend to wear wigs or other things to cover up their hair loss.

“However, for those that are 40 or over, they are more concerned with the regrowth of their hair based on the damage that has been done. Their main concern tends to be if their hair loss is reversible or irreversible.”

According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), “Telogen effluvium is a type of alopecia where hair sheds in excess. It can happen suddenly, or hair can thin over time. Causes of telogen effluvium include medications, stress, childbirth, physical trauma, restrictive dieting, and life changes.

According to Dr. Amerson there are over 300 medications that have a side effect that causes alopecia.

“My alopecia started after my father died. I was washing my hair when I was getting ready for his funeral, then I noticed a hand full of hair in the sink,” said Sebra Ferrell.

Ferrell admits that she was dealing with a perfect storm in her life before she was diagnosed with Alopecia Areota. Prior to her diagnosis her mother was sick, her father died, and she was experiencing some personal health issues.

“After seeking help from several professionals, I finally chose to go to a holistic function management doctor. I knew that I needed help getting my insides under control as well. I was dealing with pre-diabetes, and a lot of other

things that were going on with my body other than alopecia.”

Alopecia Areata is a common autoimmune skin disease, causing hair loss on the scalp, face and sometimes on other areas of the body, according to AAD. Carmen Anderson realized that she was dealing with hair loss after her beautician noticed some balding areas when she was washing her hair. This led Anderson to visit her doctor, who revealed that she had skin lupus.

After being diagnosed with lupus, Anderson experienced small bumps that began to itch.

These bumps would show up anywhere on her body.

“When I first started dealing with my hair loss, I wore wigs.

However, it took me a lot to get comfortable with wearing wigs, because they could come off. In the beginning, I did experience a few embarrassing moments when my wig came off unexpectedly,” she said.

After dealing with alopecia for three years, Anderson is currently having injections that are causing her to see some hair regrowth.

Ferrell who tends to experience hair loss during the Spring of year has learned some work around to cover her baldness.

“Fortunately my hair is long enough that when I am in an outbreak, I can pull my hair back in a ponytail. However, I recently took a leap of faith and cut my hair into a shoulder length bob cut. This allows me to style it in a way that the hair loss isn’t obvious,” said Ferrell.

Tiyiesha Morgan, a hair loss practitioner, services clients in California and Texas. With over

Carmen Anderson displays her hair loss

“Don’t call your girlfriends or don’t go to YouTube University. You need to go to someone with board certified credentials,” stresses Dr. Amerson, adding that some of the warning signs that something is going on with your hair are: strains of hair on your vanity, substantial amounts of hair in your brush or strains of hair in the shower.

6.8 million Americans dealing with hair loss, Morgan believes that hair loss is a silent epidemic.

“The main difference is that hair loss is unlike some other conditions, it affects your outer appearance. Women can go into depression and experience anxiety after dealing with the effects of hair loss,” said Morgan.

Morgan also believes that there should be more research done on the impact of hair loss in African American Women.

She supports recent efforts like those of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, who has alopecia, advocating for Medicare to cover the cost of wigs for those who have lost their hair from disease and treatment.

After dealing with alopecia, Ferrell admits that she has had

Dr. Linda Amerson, is one of the leading Trichologists in the World.

She recommends that people seek professional help the moment that they notice hair loss.

her own personal awakening, “I used to think that my hair was my best quality. I now realize

that you are not defined by your hair.”

Although there is no cure for alopecia, some forms of the condition can be reversible. Dr. Amerson recommends that women seek help as soon as they notice hair loss so that they can have the best possible outcome from the condition.

“Don’t call your girlfriends or don’t go to YouTube University. You need to go to someone with board certified credentials,” stresses Dr. Amerson, adding that some of the warning signs that something is going on with your hair are: strains of hair on your vanity, substantial amounts of hair in your brush or strains of hair in the shower.

So for many, hair loss is no laughing matter.

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“Resilience: Thriving through the Trip Ups, Troubles and Tragedies of Life” is the title of the session which will focus on: • What resilient means • The brain and resilience • How to build resiliency Collier says she credits her loss of 70 pounds while in high school as to why she dedicated her career to helping others find their own way toward healthy living.

I believe in meeting people where they are and shaping small and attainable goals to help people reach their personal goals, she said. I have traveled all over the country and had the honor to travel internationally teaching healthy habits to thousands of individuals. Collier creates

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customized fitness programs, provides nutrition guidance, and helps people adjust their lifestyle so they can live an abundant life. She has a Bachelor of Science in Human Foods and Nutrition, Master of Arts in Holistic Health, personal training certification through the American College of Sports Medicine (the gold standard of per-

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Please keep another promise or two cont. from page 4 With a stroke of a pen, you could forgive at least ten grand of it for everyone who carries debt, and we know that Black folk, in particular, have more. What is preventing you from honoring a campaign promise and helping needy people?

As an educator, I’m more than familiar with the equity arguments that the likes of Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) make. Is it fair for working-class folks to carry the debt of the highly educated? Did people take out too many loans for the wrong purposes? What will loan forgiveness cost? From an equity perspective, Manchin may have a minor point.

There is a flip side, though.

What will it cost us if we don't forgive the loans? We already see the delayed adulthood of some young people with the accelerated adulthood of others. In other words, affluent young people buy homes, while young folks with less privileged backgrounds are graduating college and moving to their parent's homes, crippled by student loan debt.

These different circumstances exacerbate the wealth gap.

Brother Biden, you have an opportunity to make a difference in

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millions of lives.

Democrats are sitting in the crosshairs. They are worried about the 2022 election and turnout when President Biden's (not Brother Biden's) rankings are tanking. He has options, though, and one of them is to keep more of his promises.

It would take him five minutes to do student loan forgiveness. It would take another five to offer an executive order about reparations. And most importantly, it would take him some concentrated effort to put his shoulder to the wheel on voting rights.

The Republicans in the Senate do not have his back, even as a special few supported the nomination of incoming Justice Ketani Brown Jackson.

Those same three – Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), and Mitt Romney (R-UT) know that voting rights have been trampled on.

They know that they can do the right thing. They won't do it because they don't have to and because too many of them are currying favor with the former President to speak out of their integrity.

They spoke of their integrity when they voted to confirm in-

coming Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. They spoke of integrity and history when they stood up and explained their votes.

They spoke lofty words, but there are only a few words they will use to stand up against their bullying party. We have to give them credit for speaking out, but we must also ask why more Republicans won't stand on the side of integrity.

Instead, we have blustering bullies who would publicly bully a woman of extreme faith and integrity, who are more enamored with their own voices than with the truth. President Biden, stop trying to reason with these idiots.

Stop being a Senator and start being a President. Use your executive orders to move your student loans and voting rights agenda. Push them to the limit, like they are pushing you to yours.

Thank you for Justice Katanji.

Is it within the realm of possibility that I might thank you again in these next few months?

I hope so.

Dr. Julianne Malveaux is an economist and author. She is the Dean of the College of Ethnic Studies at Cal State LA. Juliannemalveaux.com

Behind Jalen Brunson’s career high 41 points, the Dallas Mavericks evened their playoff series with the Utah Jazz with a 110104 victory on Monday night at American Airlines Center. The win guaranteed at least one more playoff game in Dallas.

The Mavs and Jazz are now tied 1-1 as the best-of-7 first round playoff series shifts to Utah for Games 3 and 4. Game 3 will be played on Thursday, April 21 at 9 p.m. CST on NBA-TV and Saturday, April 23 at 4:30 p.m. on TNT. Dallas return home to host Game 5 at American Airlines Center on Monday, April 25th at 8:30 p.m. CST, also televised on TNT. In addition to Brunson’s 41 points, he finished the night with 8 rebounds and five assists.

“This (win) is great, but we got a long way to go” Brunson said after the game.

“This is a great win for us, something that we can build off of. But we got a lot of improvement that we need to have happen.

We just have to stay the course.”

The Mavs were playing their second playoff game without Luka Doncic who is out with a calf injury. He has been rehabbing and there is optimism that he may be able to return sometime in the series.

Meanwhile its been next-man-up for the Mavs and that’s what has happened.

Maxi Kleber

Spencer Dinwiddie

Monday’s win was a total team effort. In addition to Brunson’s monster night, Maxi Kleber had a big night with eight 3-pointers and 25 points. He joined Jason Terry (nine) as the only Mavericks with eight or more 3-pointers in a playoff game.

In addition, the Mavs shot 22 3-pointers, the most in any playoff game in franchise history. They also committed just three turnovers, a franchise record-low.

“We did what we had to do and that was to win tonight,” said Head Coach Jason Kidd. “Game 1 was over. There’s nothing we could do. Now we get ready for Game 3. It’s a hostile environment and they play well at home.

“We have to stay together and we’ve shown that because after Game 1 it’s easy to go separate ways. But we’ve been saying it all season, after bad performances, we tend to bounce back. And there’s nothing different. Now we have to try to find a way to do what they did and that’s win one game.”

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The 4th Annual Denton Freedom Charity Golf Tournament is being hosted at Wildhorse Golf Club at Robson Ranch, 9400 Ed Robson Blvd A, Denton to help raise awareness for homelessness and hunger and freedom from addiction.

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City of Denton Parks and Recreation is hosting 5K and 1 mile Honey Runs beginning at the Denton Civic Center, 321 E. McKinney St., Denton and winding through Quakertown Park and the Texas Woman’s University campus to celebrate Earth Day.

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UNT DALLAS COMMENCEMENT Say “Bye, Bye, Bye” to April, because “IT’S GONNA BE MAY!” Join the party at 6pm to celebrate the best decade ever with our It’s Gonna Be May: 2000s Party!

5752 Grandscape Blvd. in The Colony Larger Than Life: Boy Band Tribute will take the stage at 6pm to perform some of the greatest boy band anthems of all time! Followed by the Y2K Silent Disco.

30 The Greater Denton Arts Council is hosting a Denton Makers Festival at Armadillo Ale, 221 South Bell Ave., Denton, from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm with to provide an event in which local bands and artists can showcase their work.

30 The Fellowship for the Advancement of Cultural Education of Students (FACES) organization at UNT is putting on a Worldfest from 11 am – 2 pm at 1800 Chestnut St, Denton with entertainment booths for different cultures to bring cultural awareness to students and to promote diversity.

The Rattler Generations Event supporting the Terrance G. Hunt Scholarship Fund is the largest annual fundraiser to support incoming students through scholarships.

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Sponsored by Mudhook, Black & Bitter Coffee and Books and First Fridays at Main Station at 100 S. Main Street,Duncanville

The Scott Joplin Chamber Orchestra performs at The Black Academy of Arts and Letter, at 5p.m.

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Dallas Pride readies for its return to Fair Park June 4-5 to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its allies with a weekend of events with the theme of “Live Out Proud.”

Tickets are on sale now at dallaspride.org for the Dallas Pride Music Festival

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1856: Granville T. Woods, inventor with 50 patents, was born in Columbus, OH. Died 1/30/1910.

1951: The University of North Carolina admitted its first Black Student.

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1892: Sarah Boone patents ironing board.

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19th Annual First Amendment Awards and Scholarship Banquet sponsored by the Society of Professional Journalists -Fort Worth Pro Chapter, 6-9 pm at the Rolling Hills Country Club in Arlington,.

The keynote speaker will be former WFAA-TV Sports Anchor Dale Hansen. There will be a special tribute to legendary Texas journalist Mike Cochran. For info, contact Kim Pewitt Jones at 817-480-1229.

1927: Wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. and civil rights activist Coretta Scott King is born.

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*** Drive-thru 2525 Martin Luther King Jr. Dallas, and support the Metropolitan Dallas Alumnae Chapter - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in collaboration with the Dallas PVAMU Alumni Chapter in collecting toiletries for the homeless via the Stew Pot. Items include: plastic ponchos, travel size deordorant, razors, shaving cream, toothpaste, toothbrushes, disposable food trays and sporks.

28 1828: Mifflin Wister Gibbs born. First Black man to be elected judge in U.S. 1971: Samuel L. Gravely becomes first Black U.S. Navy admiral.

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1899: Renowned jazz musician “Duke” Ellington is born.

White Rock Farmers Market now on Old Gate Lane, 1450 Old Gate Ln, Dallas, TX 8a-noon

Mike Epps is set to bring all the laughs with his all new show to Texas Trust CU Theatre on April 29 featuring comedians Dominque, Jay Pharoah and Rude Rush.

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Haynes: "Buy Black"

By Cheryl Smith Texas Metro News

When Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, of Friendship-West Baptist Church, announced 100 Days of Buying Black in acknowledging the Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III 100th Commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre, we joined the movement. December 31, 2021 marked 100 days of featuring Black Businesses. and we decided that the struggle continues and we must also. So enjoy reading about more Black-owned businesses and please support.

CIERRA NICOLE AESTHETICS

Cierra Nicole Aesthetics is where you can go to get an “aesthetically” pleasing look.CIerra is skilled and creative.

She’ll take good care of you and help you take better care of your skin.

Located at 1009 W. Davis St. Dallas, Texas, but she will travel to you.

Email: cierramayes97@gmail.com or call: 469-494-2942 cierranicoleaesthetics.as.me

NAVIGATING THE HEART

Navigating the Heart life coaching is dedicated to helping clients find the best version of themselves, through various training and one - on - one conversations with each client. In this program they have eight pillars: Relationships, Spirituality, Finances, Career/ Passion, Image/Identity, Emotional Health, Physical Health and Purpose. Owner Lolita Harris is determined to give each client the maximum results for their benefit.

Find out more at http://navigatingtheheart.com/

PRAYER WORKS! TV

Prayer Works! TV is an all faith television program focused on showcasing life-changing moments for people across the globe, through documenting the interviews, writing and capturing them on camera. This platform has a newsletter that shares the stories so you can stay connected to Prayer Works current projects. Owner Alexis Yancey, is an awardwinning producer, former reporter, former National Association of Black Journalists Vice President, licensed practitioner and spiritual coach. Find out more at www. prayerworkstv.com

Cipher Spa Lounge is a place to go on a relaxing journey to peace and serenity, through facials, massages and body treatments for complete wellness in all areas of mind, body and spirit. Owner Michele Ford, gives you an ultimate place to decompress and discover your wellness practices. Check it out at www.cipherspalounge.com

MISSION 2 TRANSITION LLC

Mission 2 Transition LLC, is a Dallas-based business that has been helping the community since 2013. The services provided are coaching, consulting, meditation services, training and workshops tailored towards each client. Owner Karen L. Jones, has a passion for helping others through hard times and strengthening them to push forward. For more information go to www.

Mission2Transition.com

THE FRIZELL FIRM

The Frizell Firm is based in the Dallas Metroplex and provides strong representation with an experienced trial lawyer and judge, Elizabeth Davis Frizell, who has 25 years of legal experience with an outstanding team that will fight for your needs, rights and freedom. The Frizell Firm is a boutique law firm specializing in Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Traffic Citations. For more information go to https://thefrizellfirm.com/wp/2019/ or call 469804-4048.

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SPIRIT N’ SOUL BODY PRODUCT

Spirit N’ Soul Body Products is a wellness company that is into caring about how people are feeling.

This company wants to heal people through they products. Owner Donna Jones-Brandon, is helping relieve pain you may feel mentally or physically, through all natural ingredients. Your purchases help families in Africa move toward self sufficiency by providing meals and clothing, education for children, etc. Check them out at https://www. spiritnsoulbodyproducts.com/

LONE STAR ELITE ROOFING

Quality doesn’t cost, it pays. Just ask the team at Lone Star Elite Roofing. Free Shingle Upgrade, no money down, insurance claim specialist, and deductible assistance. Reach out at lonestareliteroofing@gmail.com or call 469-4631822, especially if you are tired of scammers and want to work with professionals who are conscientious and experts who provide the best quality job.

OMG CAKES & SOUTHERN BEST CATERING, LLC

THE RG APPAREL SOURCING

The RG Apparel Sourcing company is based in Irving, TX. Their mission is to be the source you want for designing, manufacturing and the importing of textiles. They specialize in creating one-of-a-kind products for their clients. Owner Joe Temple, has 14 years of experience in the apparel and designing business and is equipped to develop countless strategies to make new concepts to raise the bar on sales. Their business services are untouchable and sure to meet your needs. For more information go to https://rgapparel.com/

Professional Celebrity Chef Felicia Guimont is bringing families Back to the Table One Meal at a Time as the owner and founder of OMG Cakes & Southern Best Catering, LLC. She says that all of her clients are celebrities and she vows to treat them as such by giving them the Southern BEST experience. Also check out her Cooking with Chef Fee podcast. Her menus are appetizing and reasonably priced. Reach out to her at www.cheffeeguimont.com

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GOLDEN AGE CONCIERGE & CARRIER LLC

LaGrant Communications has a full package of services from campaign templates to anything else you may want to grow your brand. Owner Kim L. Hunter, is detailed-oriented about everything she is providing to each client and has a fantastic team that is results-oriented. For more information

aging parents, family members, and friends’ parents. GACCS provides errand services, home management, personal care, pet care, transportation, technical support, and waiting services. Located in Round Rock, TX, you can contact Cheryl at 512-348-2285

KEVIN LAMONTE PHOTOGRAPHY

Looking for a photographer who prides himself on getting that professional shot that you need? Kevin LaMonte Colts said his photography service is focused on creating art that can be enjoyed on your wall, over the fireplace, in a frame, and/or in heirloom quality albums that can shared and passed down to the next generation. Call 469-4385486 or check him out at www.kevinlamontephotography. com.

ROUND THE CLOCK ENTERTAINMENT

An established pro with decades in the business, Carlton McConnell is the CEO of Round The Clock Entertainment Group and he is celebrating 20 years in the business! Round the Clock’s very first “Industry Celebration & Artists Showcase” was held in January 2002 in Atlanta and this summer this celebration of gospel artists is coming “full circle,” returning “home. Find out more about Carlton McConnell and the work he is doing – linkedin.com/in/carlton-mcconnell-95b7a956

PAINTING AND ALL THAT JAS

GACCS provides non-medical services to aging adults and seniors in the Travis and Williamson counties regardless of where you are. Cheryl Johnson, is the founder of GACCS and is familiar with the challenges seniors face due to her own experience with

Meet owner Jasmine Austin, whose painting brand is focused on helping all ages of artists develop their own skills so they can help the next person.

As a formally trained artist and art educator, she is based in the Dallas metroplex and dabbles in writing, styling, interior design, film production and editing, photography, etc. Check out her great work at www. paintingandallThatJas.com

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Texas State Fair VP’s resignation has South Dallas leaders demanding changes in pay, community input cont. from page 1 This story, originally published in The Dallas Morning News, is reprinted as part of a collaborative partnership between The Dallas Morning News and Texas Metro News. The partnership seeks to boost coverage of Dallas’ communities of color, particularly in southern Dallas.

of women leaders in the community to create a list of demands to the fair, hoping to raise equity and be a part of the conversations that affect their communities.

These community members say the reason for her departure is related to money and a lack of opportunity for promotions.

Booker-Drew did not return calls seeking comment.

Sherri Mixon, executive director of the TR Hoover Community Development Center, said that no one has ever matched what Booker-Drew has done for the South Dallas community. She said she wants to fight for Black women to contribute to a workplace without having dignity taken away through inequitable pay. “‘We are having budget problems?’ Right?” Mixon said. “That will always be the excuse for us.”

At a Tuesday meeting at TR Hoover, a group of leaders, all Black women, committed to speaking to fair officials with demands seeking community input in hiring, equitable pay and analysis of who is awarded money

from fundraising efforts.

According to the State Fair’s most recent 990 tax form from 2019, Booker-Drew was the lowest-paid member of senior management at that time. But in 2019, Booker-Drew was promoted to senior leadership, making the information on the tax form outdated, said Glieber.

Glieber said that due to the struggles of the pandemic, no promotions have been made in the last few years.

“The time between 2019 and 2022, about two years of that was COVID,” he said. “So we didn’t have any promotions, pay raises or bonus payments during that time period.”

In 2014, the State Fair added community involvement as a pillar to their mission statement.

Booker-Drew was hired shortly after that in 2016.

“Froswa’ taught us a lot about how to be great neighbors during her six years here,” Glieber said.

“I think our staff is ready to move forward with that. We will be on the lookout here now for a new

leader to replace her and keep the momentum moving.”

Glieber said that the process of hiring a replacement is still in the early stages, but he has been having conversations with community members about the situation. He said that the State Fair

Some South Dallas leaders say that Booker-Drew was the reason residents began to trust the State Fair, and they are wary of how she will be replaced. plans on investing in and supporting South Dallas.

Some South Dallas leaders say that Booker-Drew was the reason residents began to trust the State Fair, and they are wary of how she will be replaced.

Black residents only had one day to go to the fair every year until the late 1960s. Many attempts to make their presence more

known, like building the Hall of Negro Achievement was shortlived. At the same time, the State Fair hosted Ku Klux Klan members and used eminent domain to expand into neighborhoods surrounding Fair Park.

Aelicia “Chocolate” Watson, founder of Redeemed Women, said at Tuesday’s meeting that Booker-Drew is a friend and was there for her, and many others, during their toughest times.

“This lady didn’t just bring us together as nonprofit leaders,” she said. “She cared about us as people.”

Booker-Drew has been involved in South Dallas since her college days at the University of Texas at Arlington. From the Juanita Craft House to St. Philip’s School and Community Center, Booker-Drew worked alongside South Dallas residents and developed strong relationships.

“Her name has weight,” Watson said through tears. “When I think about how this will matter to South Dallas, I’m scared. I’m scared that we don’t have a seat

at the table no more.”

Numerous leaders were moved to tears speaking about the impact of Booker-Drew. They said they admire her leadership and are frustrated that she is leaving.

Many noted that Booker-Drew was one of the few people that everyone in South Dallas respected and trusted.

Thana Hickman-Simmons, founder of Viola’s House, is another South Dallas leader greatly impacted by Booker-Drew. She said that when she started her nonprofit, she wasn’t ready for what Booker-Drew would pour into her.

“As we talk about the organizations she impacted, her impact has been incredible,” she said.

“You could never put a price on it.”

Sriya Reddy, Southern Dallas Reporter. Sriya Reddy covers southern Dallas as a Report For America corps member. She is a Dallas native and graduate from Southern Methodist University where she worked at the student paper, The Daily Campus, for three years. sriya.reddy@dallasnews. com https://twitter.com/SriyaReddy23

African American Educators cont. from page 1

Inductees on stage after receiving their induction awards

scholarships to students Christian Henry, who is attending Northwestern University, and Crystal Henry, who is attending the University of North Texas.

The group’s mission is to raise awareness of the experience and value of African America educators in Dallas County, preserve their history, and support students and young educators.

Dr. George Wynn Pryor posthumously received the Trailblazer Award for his tireless service as senior pastor and a founding member of New Birth Baptist Church in Oak Cliff and for his many contributions with Christian organizations including Southern Bible Institute and the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance.

Family members received the award in honor of Dr. Pryor who died in 2018 at age79.

The 2020 Hall of Fame inductees alphabetically are: (1) Carolyn Bailey 2.) Willie Crowder 3.) Shirley Fisher 4.) Lela Herron 5.) Dr. Helen Jones 6.) Dr. Robbie Pipkin 7.)

Orethann Price 8.) Dr. Delores Seamster 9.) Carolyn Thomp-

The inductees gather up front after the Induction Ceremony. They are: (Front row, seated lt. to rt.) Judge Kim Brown representing inductee Dr. Helen Young Jones who was ill, Dr. Delores Seamster, Lela Herron, Harnell Price Williams, Shirley R. Fisher. (Back row, standing lt. to rt.) Rev. Darrell Pryor representing his late father Rev. George W. Pryor who posthumously was awarded the Trailblazer Award, Carolyn Bailey, Carolyn Thompson, Orethann Price, Dr. Robbie Pipkins, and Billy Allen representing the African American Museum at Fair Park that displays inductees’ portraits. Inductee Willie Crowder was absent and not photographed due to illness.

son 10.) Harnell Williams.

A full house of family and friends gathered to help celebrate the 10 inductees and the Trailblazer. Portraits of the 10 new Hall of Fame inductees will join those already

displayed at the African American Museum at Fair Park. To learn more about AAEAHP and make a donation or nomination, visit https://www.aaeahp. org, e-mail info@aaeahp.org, and/or call 972-298-6980 or 214-478-7228.

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My Truth cont. from page 1

Welcome Safe, Nurturing Place for Mothers

People respect him as a man and his work as a journalist.

Decades before the term “multi-media journalist” would become the latest craze in the industry; Bob Ray was a master communicator and used his talents working in radio, television and at a newspaper.

He could have worked anywhere in the country but he wanted to use his talents at home working for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, KERA-TV and KLIF-Radio.

A captivating speaker, thought-provoking moderator and engaging panelist; Bob Ray’s strong communication skills keeps him in demand today.

The recipient of numerous awards, and 52 years since he accepted a job at the Star-Telegram, Bob Ray will be saluted Saturday, April 23 as part of the 52nd Annual USA Film Festival at the Angelika Film Center in Dallas.

Which brings me to my truth.

Bob Ray Sanders is an all-around great guy; loved and respected by many. He’s honorable and a joy to know and work with as much as he is a joy to watch at work.

It is so fitting that he is being saluted and hopefully there will be a packed house to show this brother some love because he has definitely loved on so many for so long.

I’m also looking forward to the excellent programming for the USA Film Festival, which makes me think of another person who, like Bob Ray, did so much good; Michael “Hollywood” Hernandez, who transitioned earlier this year.

Hollywood would have definitely been in attendance, saluting Bob Ray and covering the various movies on display.

While Hollywood is no longer with us, we are so glad that we can share this special time with Bob Ray. Just think, 50 years in the business.

Bob Ray, thanks for more than memories!

And you too, Peaches!!

Just shy of its Winter launch, Meet Akina announces new, ultramodern features on its app, as well as welcomes Actress and Singer Deborah Joy Winans as first celebrity brand ambassador

52nd Annual USA Film Festival April 20-24, 2022 Saluting Bob Ray Sanders on Saturday, April 23rd, 5:30pm Angelika Film Center Dallas I.M. Terrell View the full schedule online here: http://www.usafilmfestival.com/images/USAFF52Flyer.pdf Tickets are FREE but limited So don't wait to reserve yours!

To reserve tickets, CALL the USA Film Festival at 214-821-6300.

RESERVATION LINE OPENS after 10:30am.

Mention D-FW Association of Black Journalists or Texas Metro News when you call.

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DALLAS, TX - Meet Akina -- a popular social platform (think Wakanda), for Black mothers, aunties, bonus moms and caregivers, announces its latest round of expansion, which includes the introduction of Co-Founder Stephanie Roberts, the release of app upgrades and advanced features, plus the reveal of its first celebrity brand ambassador, Actress and Singer Deborah Joy Winans.

Founded by veteran communications specialist and mother of three Leigh Higginbotham Butler, the all-in-one Meet Akina platform is a safe, nurturing space where mothers can come and garner support and essential resources -- something Butler desperately needed, following her own set of tragic circumstances that came just shy after the birth of her youngest son.

“As moms of Black children, we navigate a special set of circumstances. From doctors, to caregivers, to teachers, to principals, police, and other parents -- we have to advocate for our children in a unique way,” said Butler. “The truth is that it takes a village to raise a child -- and every woman deserves access to that type of community. This is where Meet Akina was born.

Swahili for ‘strong family bond,’ Meet Akina is now that village realized.”

As the premiere hub for Black mothers and women, Meet Akina is migrating an international list of 30,000 women for beta participation, who are eagerly searching for community and connections via shared parenting experiences. Now adding entrepreneur and mother of

is more than I could have ever dreamed possible. I’m excited to bring the vision of Meet Akina to fruition through strategic partnerships and by developing unique opportunities that can further enhance the impact of the platform.”

In addition to Roberts, Actress

Stephanie M. Roberts

Actress and Singer Deborah Joy Winans

three, Stephanie Roberts to the mix, Meet Akina will undoubtedly have the leverage it needs for next-level success. Both Roberts and Butler, as Hampton University grads and as friends, share a unique bond.

As Butler was developing the Meet Akina platform, Roberts was right there from the beginning – lending her support, spreading the message, and recruiting moms in need.

“As a Black married mother of three children, I know firsthand the importance of sharing helpful information and simplifying the journey from one mom to another mom,” Roberts said, in her new role as Co-Founder.

“Doing that on such a large scale

(OWN TV’s “Greenleaf”) and Singer Deborah Joy Winans is the latest in influential advocates to give Akina the providential nod.

“As a Black woman, I believe in the mission of Meet Akina.

Too often, we are ignored; our needs, our challenges and our concerns are dismissed by those we entrust with our health, our education and our children,” Winans said. “Meet Akina is on a mission to empower Black moms and moms of Black children to advocate for themselves and their families.

"We deserve to do all that we can to not only make sure we are living our best lives, but that

our children are thriving and becoming incredible, productive adults that will continue to shape this world and make it a better place.”

Meet Akina offers several interactive elements throughout the platform that cater to the needs of Black mothers and the unique challenges they face. In addition to chat spaces, meeting rooms, live streams, and events, Meet Akina has now added a desktop version of the experience, an online marketplace, digital classes, on-demand content from yoga and fitness instructors, mental health resources such as meditations and expert weigh-ins, a Membership Program, and also Akina Circles – which allows users to interact in sub groups that further enhance their connections and overall networking capabilities.

The current Meet Akina village continues to expand and includes support by Milk Space, LLC, National Black Child Development Institute, Black Supermamas, Village Moms, The Allignment Chapter and a wealth of other brands. For more information or to join the community, visit MeetAkina. com or follow @MeetAkina on social media.

The Meet Akina app is available to download on devices globally via Apple and Google Play.

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WNBA Drafts First HBCU Player In 20 Years

By Dorothy J. Gentry Sports Editor

Photos: Indiana Fever, Jackson State University

Monday night the WNBA drafted its first player from an HBCU in 20 years.

With the 25th overall pick in the WNBA draft, the Indiana Fever selected Ameysha Williams-Holiday, a 6’4 center from Jackson State University.

The Gulfport, Mississippi native is the first HBCU player drafted into the WNBA since 2002 when three HBCU players were selected: Andrea Gardner from Howard University, Amba Kongolo from North Carolina Central University, and Jacklyn Winfield from Southern University and A&M College.

Williams-Holiday is also the 2nd highest drafted HBCU player in league history. Only Howard’s Denique Graves (1997 WNBA

draft; round 2, 15th overall) was a higher selection. Karen Wilkins, also from Howard was drafted in 1998.

Ameysha Williams

In the WNBA’s 26-year history, only five HBCU players have been drafted.

Per HBCU Gameday: Williams-Holliday is a three-time

first-team All-SWAC selection (2020, 2021, 2022) and a threetime league Defensive Player of the Year (2020, 2021, 2022). This year she became the first SWAC player since 2019 to win both SWAC Player Of the Year and Defensive Player Of The Year honors in the same season.

Interviewed last week in ESPN’s Andscape (formerly The Undefeated), Williams-Holiday – who transferred to Jackson State from the SEC’s Mississippi State – said: “I think if I was at a Power 5 school, it would be a different story of me being drafted or trying to get my foot in (the WNBA). People think (HBCUs) can’t compete with other top institutions (or) a Power 5 school, but that’s not true,” she said.

“I think we deserve to be on the same level. I do think if I was still at Mississippi State, I would be a first-round draft pick.”

Dallas Wings Select Three New Players In WNBA Draft

By Dorothy J. Gentry Sports Editor Photos: Dallas Wings

There are three new Wings in town.

In Monday night’s 2022 WNBA draft, the WNBA’s Dallas Wings selected Northwestern guard Veronica Burton (Round 1, 7th overall); Delaware guard Jasmine Dickey (Round 3, 30th pick) and North Florida forward Jazz Bond (Round 3, 31st pick) with the 31st pick in the 2022 WNBA Draft.

Burton, a three-year starting point guard for Northwestern University became the first player in program history to be named to an AP All-America team, earning a spot on the Third Team in 2022.

She was also the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year three straight years from 2020-22, which was only the second time in Big 10 history this had been accomplished (Tanisha Wright, Penn State, 2003-05). During her senior year, Burton averaged 17.8 points, 5.5 rebounds and dished out 6.4 assists while swiping 4 steals, all career highs for the four-year standout, and was one of just four NCAAW

Veronica Burton Rd. 1 Pick 7

Jazz Bond Rd. 3 Pick 31

players to average at least 17 points, five assists and five rebounds per game last season.

“I have been following Veronica for several years. I would say the last two years probably is when she was someone that really piqued our interest and coming into this year she certainly was at the top of our board as we started to think about how we would execute this draft,” said Wings GM Greg Bibb.

“What I love about her is she is super smart on the court and super smart off the court. She is the

consummate teammate. She is a leader. She is in my mind, I think in all of our minds here in Dallas, what a point guard is all about.

For us, I think she is going to come in – she is going to be a defensive presence from Day 1. She is going to be a floor general for us and she is going to make our potent offense even more dangerous.”

The Wings also added Dickey, who was the third-highest scoring player in the NCAA last year, averaging 25.2 points per game at Delaware. The 5’10 combo guard averaged 17.7 points, 9.3

rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.9 steals per game in her four years as a Blue Hen and was named the CAA Player of the Year in back-to-back years in 202021 and 2021-22. She was also named to the CAA All-Defensive Team, CAA All-Tournament Team and led the CAA with 67 steals. She her collegiate career with 1979 points.

Bond is a 6’4 forward who averaged 15.4 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists across her four years as an Osprey. She earned a spot on the Atlantic Sun All-Conference

Jasmine Dickey Rd. 3 Pick 30

First Team, the All-Academic Team and All-Tournament team.

She was also the Co-Defensive Player of the Year, and is the UNF career leader in blocks, rebounds (since the program became Division One) and free throws made.

Bond shot 46.5 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from three in her 103 career games.

The Wings open training camp on Sunday at College Park Center on the campus of the University of Texas at Arlington. They open the 2022 season on May 7 at 7 p.m. at UTA.

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