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Clergy Unite Through IMA To Address Community Page 7 Issues

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THURSDAY August 18, 2016

Come On Mom, Get Up and Get Your Kids To School According to the street committee, a recent report detailing the 2014 – 2015 absentee rate of students in the Muscogee County School District is disturbing. Don’t take our word for it you decide. According to the report, in 2015 the following percentages of students with 10 or more absences per grade for the school year was as follows: 8th grade: 23%, 7th grade: 25%, 6th grade: 22%, 5th grade: 18%, 4th grade: 19%, 3rd grade: 20%, 2nd grade: 21%, 1st grade: 26 and kindergarten: 29%. Now, although all of these numbers are disturbing the street committee has a real problem with the number for kindergarteners. It is hard to believe 29% of all 5 year olds are

The Street Committee

sick more than 10 days during a school year. The street committee believes this has less to do with the measles, mumps, chicken pox, cold, flu, pink eye or lazy eye as opposed to “lazy moms” disease. Come on “Mama”! To quote Dr. Huling, president of the IMA; “teachers can’t teach an empty chair”. Letter to Mama: Get your butt up out of the bed and take your child to school. They have even made it easy because you don’t even have to feed them, they’ll get breakfast at school. The street committee begs you to give your child a chance, please!!!

Is WTVM Attempting To Lighten Up The Neighborhood? The street committee is wondering what’s going on with the manage-

ment at WTVM? In the past few months it appears a number of African American employees have either been terminated, quit, demoted or not had their contracts renewed. According to sources a member of top management was overheard stating that what the station need is to hire; “more cute white men as anchors”. Seems like a call to the EEOC is warranted.

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Who Will You Pass Your Pen To? Today the legacy continues as the second generation, Levi Henry’s son Bobby and his daughters, Elizabeth, Pamela, Sonia and Carmalynn run the newspaper, with the third generation emerging. I first met Levi Henry, Jr. 30 years ago when I was the Director of the L. A. Lee and Downtown Y M C A’ s i n F t . Lauderdale, Florida. It was then I learned to understand the importance and effectiveness of the Black newspaper to a minority community.

Since its inception in 1971 the Westside Gazette has built its legacy of trust, respect and integrity by reporting the stories and history traditionally shunned by mainstream media.

This past weekend, while in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, my wife and I attended the 45th anniversary of the Westside Gazette, the oldest African American newspaper in Broward County. This inaugural event, called the “White Hat Awards”, named in

honor of the 10-gallon cowboy hat always worn by its publisher emeritus Levi Henry, Jr., recognized him along with four others who exemplify the outstanding community servant attitude of “Get It Done For The Good Of All People”

Rumor has it that when he asked the local white newspaper to retract an error they’d printed about him, they refused. So Levi started his own newspaper utilizing his sales and reporting talents, the editorial skills of his late wife, their children and the talents of his extended family.

His swagger and insistence on the Black community being treated with respect frequently brought him up against the white power structure in the county. One story he tells is of a white

county commissioner who, while visiting a school during the 70’s, answered a little black girls question of, “what would it take to be Mayor of Ft. Lauderdale?” with, “you have to be free, white and 21 years of age.” So incensed, he went to the commissioner and told him he would never be a county commissioner again. The Westside Gazette went to work in its reporting of the incident and as a result the commissioner lost his re-election bid and has not served since. Another story documenting the effectiveness of the publication was when a television reporter asked a local politician who was running for office if he felt the Westside Gazette had any power in the community? The politician responded no. Again Levi took exception to the lack of respect for the power of the black press and set out to prove him wrong. Needless to say that individual also lost the election and has yet to serve. The guest speaker for the event was Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. who rose to national prominence as the leader of the Wilmington 10. He has served as the Executive Director of the NAACP and the National Director of the Million Man March. In 2014 he became the president and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association an African American organization, which focuses on supporting and advocating for publishers of the nations 209 black newspapers. Chavis, noting that as we continue living in trying times and witness a resurgence of social and racial segregation and economic inequality it remains even more important the need for black newspapers to continue speaking truth to power. He also shared with the audi-

ence a conversation he had with James Baldwin, the African American novelist, essayist, playwright, poet and social critic. It was an occasion where he found the icon crying. When Chavis asked him why, his response was; whom am I going to pass my pen to? Many of us who start family owned businesses are at some point faced with that same sentiment, who will continue the legacy?

I say it all the time; there is no success without succession. If you want anything to live beyond your lifetime, you must develop a successor who is capable of continuing what you have started. Well-planned and executed succession is important for three reasons. First, it allows the founders or respectfully, the “Old Guard” to retire and leave a legacy. Second, it creates opportunity for individuals to become future leaders who will carry on what the founders started and last, but not least, it provides advanced preparation for the unanticipated loss of a key leader.

Succession needs to be planned, so that relationships can be properly transitioned and new roles can be properly learned. Effective succession should be a regular and ongoing process not a “life event” that occurs once every generation or when somebody dies. Whether we’re talking family owned businesses or political leadership in the African American community, the question is an important one. Who will you pass your pen to?

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An Editorial Cartoon Thanks To The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance We Can Put A Fork In This Bird Cause This

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OPINION

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Frank Myers Asks District Attorney To Charge Courier Publisher, Wane A. Hailes With Terroristic Threats

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

Recently it was brought to my attention that current school board member and attorney Frank Myers who represents District 8, went to the Office of the District Attorney requesting that they file charges against me, Wane A. Hailes, for terroristic threats against him as the result of the articles and editorial cartoons that have appeared in our publication during this past election.

This type of idle minded behavior by Myers has been going on for years. This is, after all, the same individual who not only sued his own sister, Jean Myers Ivis over inheritence money unsuccessfully (footnote: His sister was represented by the Law Firm of HatcherStubbs) but in 2009 filed a lawsuit against this publication, me as the publisher and writer Carl Hardmon a.k.a “Brother Love” for an article that appeared in our March 12, 2009 issue which was an opinion column.

Myers complained the following comments were libel. “Jim Wetherington is more a Godfather dictating things than a mayor helping to govern. Frank Myers is both mob consigliore and Under Boss for Wetherington”. After being informed by our attorney that serving as the mayor’s campaign manager and political consultant made him a public figure thus making him susceptible for criticism both good and bad he immediately withdrew the frivolous lawsuit.

In February of 2013 the Georgia Bureau of investigation (GBI) questioned Frank Myers regarding information they received indicating that members of the Muscogee County School Board had been coerced, intimidated and ultimately threatened by him.

In an article printed in the Columbus Ledger Enquirer on April 16 of this year Shannon Smallman, the current school board member representing District 7 said Myers gave her advice for her 2012 campaign, but their alliance collapsed after she didn’t vote with him in opposition to outsourcing custodians. She has been publically vilified by him ever since. Mark Cantrell, the District 6 representative, shared a text message he received from Myers after he didn’t vote with him against the superintendent’s budget stating: “I’m truly going to run somebody against you in 2018. You have no backbone whatsoever. No principle. Nothing. Just letting you know.”

As recently as this past July, Myers had the gall to send the city manager of Columbus a threatening text stating; “While I appreciate that you are concerned about your sister’s political future…let me be clear, sir, if anything happens…YOU will become the story, and not your sister. UNDERSTAND?

Now here we are once again, this time, however, Myers is sounding much like the spoiled bully, Hope Solo after the USA Women’s soccer team was defeated by the Australian team, quick to dish it out but not so quick to take it. Here we have a man who has had his feelings hurt so badly he has to run to the DA to protect him from the “The Big Bad Courier Eco Latino newspaper’s publisher.”

This is a District Attorney’s office, by the way, that our sources tell us, after they told him what is being printed can not be considered “terroristic threats” he told them he was going to get a gun. To that they informed him that that statement could be construed as a threat against me. In any case, we understand that their attorney’s were gathering together laughing at him and his ridiculous request almost before he left their office.

You would think Myers would know what constitutes a “terroristic threat”, he is,

after all, an attorney. I almost want to give him the benefit of the doubt but then I am reminded of his ignorance of the law from 2009 when he didn’t understand what was considered libelous and what was not. Besides even seasoned attorney’s know to avail themselves of the law library which, by the way, is conveniently located on the 8th floor of the government center. Most use it periodically if for no other reason than to not appear incompetent in front of let’s say, a judge, their peers or a District Attorney.

Sources say Myers was extremely dejected when he realized the members of the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance were able to mobilize their congregations to defeat his candidates after assuring him that they would not tolerate his “mafia style tactics” of trying to stack the board in an effort to unseat incumbents. Needless to say, with his failed attempt to take control of the school board after all of his browbeating, he has essentially been neutered politically in our community.

I recall that Rev. Huling, president of the IMA, agreed to meet with Myers following the election. I for one hope they would call him up and tell him they changed their minds and will get back with him at a later date. Why, because Myers will only use that meeting to his benefit. He will leave that meeting with the ministers and at the very next school board meeting announce that HE met with the IMA and HE is going to work with them to solve the problems of the school board. I know this because immediately following the meeting at which Rev. Huling addressed the board members stating that the members of the IMA were going to work with the schools, Myers posted a video on his facebook page. The video included an old photo of him standing next to Huling with the headline: Frank Myers challenges Rev. Huling to help fix failing schools…Frank Myers makes passionate plea for ministers to help fix our failing school system. This was a blatant lie from what was actu-

ally said and is enough for the IMA to tell Myers to “don’t let the door knob hit you where the good Lord split you.”

For sometime now Myers has been able to convince local leaders of the white community his perception of power over us. The results of this past election, however, is proof positive that we can put a fork in him, he is done regarding credibility in the African American community. And now the white community is also coming to the realization that what is instead is deceitful, disruptive, disrespectful and as I wrote in our last issue, a detraction from the racial cohesiveness we, as a community have worked so hard to achieve. With that, we are comfortable saying to Frank; consider this as strict instructions to, “stay out of Black folks business”. To put it bluntly, there will be no need for him showing up at our black churches, our protests, our marches or any other events because your insincerity has been revealed and noted.

In 2012 in defense of his actions, he told the GBI; “I’m not a hit man for hire; I do things because I believe they need to be done”. That’s one of the reasons I’m sitting here today; because I’ve done some things that I feel like need to be done and some of the powers-that-be don’t care for that too much”.

Let me end with a similar paraphrase; I don’t issue terroristic threats; I write articles and provide cartoons because they need to be written and seen. That’s why we continue to publish the Courier Eco Latino newspaper today; because we continue to rely on the truth in our writings and not gossip or innuendo, those who we expose don’t care for that too much. So with that, somebody please let Frank know that he may as well “pull up his “Big Boy” drawers” and grow a pair because his recent antics have provided me with plenty more articles and cartoons with him in the starring role. And if he asks how many more, you can tell him, he’ll know when I’m finished, because I’ll be done!

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The IMA Unites To Address Community Issues and because of that there is a steep learning curve. Are there problems in our school system? Of course there are. We are not conceding that the superintendent is perfect. There are some things we feel he could have done differently but overall we are making progress. And contrary what some board members want us to believe that progress has been significant. Courier: You told the board members that as an organization you were going to make a concerted effort toward working with parents in the schools. How do you plan to accomplish that?

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

During a recent school board meeting, 40 religious leaders representing the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance, led by their president, Dr. Ralph W. Huling, Senior Pastor of St. James Missionary Baptist Church along with members of their respective congregations filled the boardroom in support of the Superintendent of the Muscogee County School District and to address other concerns. We sat with Dr. Huling to discuss those concerns and how that particular meeting had a profound effect on the most recent school board election. Courier: Why did the IMA decide to attend the school board meeting?

Huling: We realized what was at stake when we became aware of one board members effort to, what appeared to us as, stacking the board to his advantage. As you know the strength of the wolf is in the pack, so it was out of that concern that we went to the school board galvanized, with a uniformed purpose, to inform the community and to let this individual know that his actions were totally unacceptable.

Courier: One of the other concerns you addressed was your adamant support of the superintendent, Dr. David Lewis.

Huling: We realize this is Dr. Lewis’s first time as a school superintendent

Huling: First of all we need to understand that these are our kids and with that we need to get away from the term, failing schools. These are schools that need improving and it is our responsibility to make that happen. Almost 70% of the students attending the Muscogee County School district are children of color. If our community doesn’t step forward and take responsibility for their education now this entire community will pay the price for years to come.

As most of us know one of the major problems that continues to exist is the increased number of student absences. As religious leaders with a captive audience on a weekly basis, our first responsibility is educating our own congregations about the importance of their child being in school everyday. They can’t learn if they’re not there.

Courier: With all due respect Rev. that’s just preaching to the choir. For the most part the people attending church basically understand the importance of education. What about the folks that don’t come? Those I like to call “the “Stay Home Baptist” or the “CME” Christians, those who attend church only on Christmas, Mother’s Day and Easter?

Huling: That is a legitimate question. Let me reiterate my point, we realize you cannot teach an empty chair. You are correct, most of the problems we have with absenteeism are not from kids who attend our churches so the challenge becomes community involvement. We realize parental commitment

and involvement is the single most determining factor in whether or not our children succeed or fail in school and in life. And that is what the IMA anticipates doing, getting involved with the schools that need improving by visiting them, attending their PTA meetings and being visible in the schools which lets the students see that we care.

For the first time the IMA has applied for and received an $8000 grant from the Office of Crime Prevention. Our goal is to reach parents and students through a variety of workshops through a juvenile and adult intervention program. If we are to be totally honest with ourselves many of our parents today don’t possess the parenting skills of your and my parents and grandparents. I don’t mean to sound condescending but the truth is the truth.

Think about this; we are taught how to walk, talk, cook, how to drive a car and many other things. The most important ministry we will ever have, however, is that of being a mother or father, a husband or wife and nobody teaches how to do it. As we know we are, for the most part, the product of our environment and if we grow up in a home that is somewhat dysfunctional if we are not careful we grow up perpetuating those same dysfunctional tendencies from one generation to the next. Courier: There are many i n t h i s c o m m u n i t y, including myself, who contribute that particular stance by the IMA as the turning point of the election. Do you feel the IMA had an impact on the outcome? Huling: I have heard that sentiment being suggested and if our appearance at the board meeting in any way had a hand in averting what we felt was unjust then we are grateful for that. But I want to be clear, as an organization we do not endorse candidates. Individually, however, each member of the IMA is one man or woman with one vote and

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they have every right to vote as they see fit.

Courier: You have to realize, as a result of the IMA’s successful stance some in the African American community will be looking for the IMA to take the lead relating to the social issues that exist such as; police brutality, crime in our community and the Black Lives Matter movement. As an organization are you prepared and willing to take a leadership role in that respect? Huling: My vision for the IMA is that we focus on the wholeness of our community. What I mean by that is when a community is whole that means it has access to jobs that allows for all of its citizens to provide for their family at equal pay. When a community is whole we are concerned about the education of our children with the expectation that our children are provided the same opportunities as other children on a level playing field. As taxpayers, we want to have access to the same resources that exist in any other area all we are asking for is a level playing field. We can take care of the rest. So in that regard, when it comes to addressing those issues that effect our community, I believe you will find the IMA willing to speak up for justice and equality.

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Church Calendar

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located at 288 Broad Street Cusseta, Georgia 31805 will hold their Pastor's Anniversary on Sunday August 28, 2016 at 3 P.M. Reverend Charles Lewis and Mount Moriah AME Church of Cottonton, Alabama will be the special guests for this occasion. Please contact Sister Roxie Harvey-Robinson at (706) 687-1793 if you have any questions.

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An Interfaith Celebration September 11, 2016 4:00 p.m. St. Luke Ministry Center (Corner Third Ave. and 11th St., Columbus, GA) www.facebook.com/stlukeum The community is invited to gather on Sunday, September 11 at 4 pm at St. Luke Ministry Center to honor the 15th anniversary of 9/11 and remember how even in tragedy people from many backgrounds came together to help one another. Through music, dance, and reflection, this interfaith gathering will remind us what we experienced 15 years ago and offer hope and opportunities for making positive change in our own community. Speakers include Mr. Farhad Ali Farhani, Mr. Michael Silverstein, Mr. Cedric Hill, Rabbi Beth Schwartz, Ms. Lydia Rice, and more. Girls, Inc., Voices of the Valley, a Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ensemble from Greater Beallwood Baptist Church, and students from TAP (ThompsonPound Art Program) will share music for the afternoon. In addition, adults and older youth are invited to join a community choir for the event which will sing under the direction of Rick McKnight. The community choir will rehearse on Saturday, September 10, 10-noon in Stockwell Hall of St. Luke UMC. Those interested in singing with the choir should contact Rick McKnight, rmcknight@rivercenter.org. The event will conclude with an ice cream social sponsored by St. Luke. All are welcome. For more information, contact: Rev. Cindy Cox Garrard St. Luke United Methodist cindy@stlukeum.com 706256-1017. Rabbi Beth Schwartz Temple Israel rabbi@templeisraelga.com 706-323-1617. Rev. Grace Burton-Edwards St. Thomas Episcopal Church rector@stthomascolumbus.org 706-324-4264 New Bethel A.M.E. Church The Clara Idella Jenkins Harris Missionary Society Of New Bethel A.M.E. Church, 3404 Victory Drive, Will Celebrate Their Annual Missionary Day, Sunday, August 21, 2016 At 11:00 A.M. The Guest Speaker Will Be Minister Barbara Alford, First Lady Of Blessed Assurance Baptist Church Of Columbus. Rev. Richard A. Yancey, Senior Servant. The Public Is Cordially Invited.

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By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

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Dr. Clark was commissioned as an Inner-City Missionary by the Home Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention in 1998, ordained by the Southern Baptist Church as a minister of the Gospel in 1999, and served as pastor of Columbus House of Hope Church for ten years.

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From Sin City to Chocolate City

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

Prior to 1954 Phenix City, Alabama was widely known for years as the most corrupt city in the nation. The 1955 movie, The Phenix City Story, provided a dramatized account of the corruption that existed and its outcome.

During the first half of the 20th Century gambling, prostitution, bootlegging, drugs, white slavery, theft and murder and even a black market baby adoption racket was the rule of the day in the city.

There was no point in calling the police; they were all on the take. That went for the sheriff, the judges and the chief prosecutor of the county -- all on the

payroll of gangsters. Soldiers from nearby Fort Benning in town for a good time could find themselves drugged and rolled by the ladies of the evening, severely beaten for objecting to the rigged games of chance or found floating face down in the Chattahoochee River if they made too much of a noise about it. The town was so crooked that Gen. George S. Patton once threatened to roll his tanks across the river from Ft. Benning and destroy it.

In November of 2012 Phenix City, Alabama made history as Eddie Lowe was sworn in as the first African American mayor of Phenix City. He won by a landslide with 64% of the votes twice as many as any of the three other candidates.

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During his first term, as mayor, Lowe can take credit for a number of accomplishments including: - The city reserve fund has increased to 116 days, a 42 percent increase. - The city’s debt has been reduced by 5.4 percent. - New police precincts have been added on the north and south ends of the city. - Since September 2012, 30 new retail and commercial businesses have opened in Phenix City, creating 320 additional jobs and more than $31 million in investment. - Two new industries have located in Phenix City and seven have expanded, creating 302 additional jobs and more than $55 million in investment. - Created the Positively Phenix City promotional campaign. - Started the Mayor’s Ball charity event for college scholarships for local students, raising nearly $200,000 over three years and assisting more than 70 students. - Has pushed through riverfront development projects, including a new down-

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town parking deck, Courtyard Marriott hotel and downtown Troy University campus. Today, in spite of these accomplishments there is an effort underway to oust the Phenix City Mayor. According to our sources there are some prominent and politically connected Caucasian citizens who have said outright “they don’t want Phenix City to become another Tuskegee”. Of course with a black Mayor and Black City Manager in Wallace Hunter we know these as code words for, “We’ve got too many “N” words”, running things in this city”. The word is that the Black folks in Phenix City are aware of their sentiment and are ready for battle, when the time comes to go to the polls. Which are, of course, code words for, “Bring it on “C” words. Despite the racial overtones of the election Mayor Lowe remains faithful to his community and vowing to stay “Positively Phenix City”.

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THE LEGACY SERIES...NEXT IN LINE

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There is no success without succession. Our legacy series is an opportunity to introduce to the community those family owned businesses who, contrary to many, have made or are making a concerted effort to insure the future of the business. Davis Broadcasting was founded in 1986 as a 100% minority owned company by Greg Davis Sr. who currently serves in the role of President/CEO and his wife Cheryl Davis as Operations Manager. The home office is headquartered in Columbus, GA. with six radio stations, and an additional 4 stations in Atlanta, GA. WFXE-FM Foxie 105 (urban format) has been the perennial leading station in Columbus and WLKQ-FM La Raza 102.3/100.1 (Regional Mexican format) is the leading station in Atlanta.WLKQ 102.3 was purchased in 2003 and became the first Hispanic FM, known as La Raza in Atlanta, Georgia. WNSY 100.1 FM in Canton was added in 2007. This year, Davis Broadcasting Inc. proudly celebrates 30 Years in Radio Broadcasting.

Greg Davis, Sr. says: “I am absolutely delighted that they chose to be a part of the continuation of the family business. Sometimes, to do so, takes a great sacrifice. Because it was their decision, it makes it much easier in their commitment to the company and the community.” In recent years two of their three children have joined the family business. When I met them 26 years ago, one was in elementary school and the other was on her way to becoming one of the best soccer players in Columbus. Today, Greg Davis, Jr. and Geniece Davis Granville, graduates of Morehouse and Spelman Colleges with an MBA from the University of Georgia –Terry College of Business and a law degree from respectively are perfectly poised and equipped as the future of Davis Broadcasting, Inc. Here is our conversation with two who are...Next In Line.

Geniece Granville And Greg Davis, Jr. way to do so. I later realized that I wasn’t interested in either science or biology, so that idea quickly dissipated. As I got older, I had the opportunity to work in different capacities at the radio station, from janitor to on air board operator, to sales assistant. Each role provided me with a greater appreciation for not only the business as whole, but also the hard work both my mother and father did day in and day out to keep the business alive. Geniece: No and Yes, when I first left Columbus after high school I had no plans of immediately returning to the business, however I always hoped that my legal career would lead me to a path where I could work with the Company in some way.

Courier: In your opinion how important was it for you to, work outside of the family business after graduating from college as opposed to immediately joining the company? Geniece: It is extremely important. The time spent learning different styles of management, challenging and improving your talents and skills, and networking with others only makes you a better addition to your family-owned company.

Courier: Did you always see yourself coming back to Columbus and joining the family business?

Greg: Honestly, no. As a child, I wanted to become the first doctor in our family. I always enjoyed helping people and figured that would be the best

Greg: After Morehouse College, I contemplated whether I could best be utilized working for the family business or going off to work for another company. My father sat me down and told me that I would be more valuable to the company in the long run if I began my career at larger corporation first,

and he was absolutely right. The experience I received from working at Sony Electronics Inc. for 3 years was invaluable and provided me with the on-thejob training and knowledge needed to provide a fresh new perspective to Davis Broadcasting Inc . when I returned back to Georgia in 2011.

Courier: Was there ever any pressure from your parents to join the business or was it something that was expected that you would do at some point?

Greg: Both my mother and father made it a point never to pressure any of us to start a career that we didn’t have a passion for. They were confident that they raised 3 very independent and uniquely different children and that God would place us exactly where we needed to be. Geniece:No, there was never any pressure, not a said or unsaid expectation. However when I did decide to come back I have always felt that my parents were appreciative and genuinely proud to have me in the Company. That has meant so much to me. Courier: You are involved in various committees, boards and organizations, what are they and why have you chosen those particular ones to be involved with?

Geniece: I currently serve on the Board for Fourth Street Day Care Academy. I chose it because there is almost no other more influential time in a person’s life than the pre-school years and The

Page 13 Academy offers a quality education for an affordable rate. Simply, I believe in it. I also sit on the Public Safety Commission, in my last term, and II serve because asking critical questions and attempting to improve the relationship between our public safety departments and citizens is imperative during these telling times. I am active in other organizations such as the Fountain City Bar Association, The Links Incorporated, and varied ministries at Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church. I serve in organizations that give to the community, influence positive change, and help me develop personally.

Greg: I currently serve in such organizations as the: Emerging 100 of Atlanta – the young professional auxiliary of the 100 Black Men of Atlanta with a mission to mentor and tutor students at B.E.S.T. Academy. - Morehouse Alumni Association - American Cancer Society Leadership Council - National Sales Network (Atlanta Chapter) - Fourth Street Baptist Church – Columbus, GA Elizabeth Baptist Church – Atlanta, GA I chose to be involved in each one of these organizations because I see the larger picture of each of their missions and they align with how I desire to give back to the communities in which I live. Courier: How do you respond to those who blame much of the current crime in the African American community on today’s music? Do you believe Black owned radio stations should shoulder any responsibility in what they allow played on their stations?

Greg: I believe that music is powerful, no question. I believe that it evokes feelings, emotions, and memories. I also believe that everything isn’t for everyone. As a child, I grew up listening to the radio every day, however, my parents always monitored what I listened to on the radio and what I watched on TV. Some of my favorite TV Shows now, my parents didn’t allow me to watch until I reached a certain age. In essence, we all share the responsibility of teaching the children in our respective communities how to not only exist, but thrive in today’s society and that includes exposing them to age appropriate media.

Geniece: What we listen to and watch definitely shape us as individuals.

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Therefore yes music can influence thinking and possibly even behavior. However, music also paints pictures of real life and allows for verbal expression. The pictures may not always show most desired scenarios, but those songs also allow for a verbal outlet that is still needed. Without verbal expression many artist would tell you they are left with alternatives that can be destructive. Music is music and at times imitates real life… but it is not action. All people and communities must take responsibility for their individual actions. Black Radio stations must continue to show an array of pictures (through music and programming) to all communities that not only reflects life but uplifts life… This is the charge we are given. Courier: Radio has changed dramatically over the years from local air personalities to syndicated shows to Sirius radio. Has that been good or bad for Black owned radio stations? And given those changes how has Davis Broadcasting, Inc. remained successful? Geniece: Both, now with syndicated programs smaller markets like Columbus Georgia can be exposed to national interviews and content to keep our city informed and involved on a more national landscape – Of course they will never and can never replace the need for local relevant broadcasting. Again, there must be a balance.

Greg: Syndication is very popular, there’s no denying that. We have a number of syndicated shows on our airwaves. Such syndicated shows as the Breakfast Club, The Tom Joyner Morning Show, and GET UP with Erica Campbell provide us with entertainment, information, and national interviews that unfortunately local radio stations would normally not have access to. Davis Broadcasting Inc. continually strives to find the right balance of both national and local shows to super serve our loyal listeners. Our local personalities are some of the hardest working people in the industry and they work tirelessly to ensure that they not only provide “great radio”

Courier: Recently I have noticed that, as a radio station, you have been more involved in social issues concerning our community such as; voting, police brutality and the Black

Lives Matter movement. How important is it for Davis Broadcasting, Inc. involvement? Greg: It’s extremely important for us, especially as a locally owned business, to be the voice for our people. When we go home at night, we are all individuals dealing with the same issues, watching the same injustices on the news, praying the same prayers that our children, nieces, and nephews will make it home that night. Silence is not an option, apathy is unacceptable, and ignorance should no longer be an excuse. As a minority owned radio station, we have a responsibility and obligation to inform our listeners, provide an avenue for them to be heard, and most importantly become a conduit for positive resolutions.

August 18, 2016 Greg: God has truly blessed this company to see 30 years of business in 2016. It is our collective prayer that God continues to order our steps as a family and as a company. If it is His will, we’ll see another 30 years.

Geniece: Black Radio has forever been the voice for the community, especially when that voice is suppressed. This has not changed and is very important.

Courier: This year you celebrated 30 years of serving the tri-city, what do you see for the next 30 years? Geniece: Mr. Davis developed our motto 30 years ago… Moving forward together, I expect the mission to not change, To provide impactful, informative, trusted, and entertaining programing and music to the local Tri-city community. To provide high quality targeted audiences for our advertisers through the utilization of the 6 properties of Davis Broadcasting. To intentionally and consistently provide service to the listening and surrounding community through events and programing to Strengthen the civic and cultural life of the Tri-city and Fort Benning and surrounding community.

Geniece R. Granville, Assistant General Manager J.D at University of Georgia Law School B.A. at Spelman College Hardaway High School

Greg Davis Jr. Director of Sales and Marketing Masters of Business Administration – University of Georgia – Terry College of Business B.A. at Morehouse College Columbus High School

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Kevin Green

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Kevin Green Jr. (11), is the son of Pat HugleyGreen and Kevin Green Sr. and older brother of Kaylah Green. He is currently attending Fort Service Learning Magnet Academy as a sixth grader where he is looking forward to learning new things about his favorite subject, Science.

In his previous year as a fifth grader at Forrest Road Elementary Kevin held the position as an A/B Honor Roll student, he received the Good Citizen award, and was an active participant on the school’s Safety Patrol. During his free time Kevin enjoys drawing, building architectural designs from Lego pieces, and all things technical like computer graphics. Often full of energy and always willing to engage in conversations about his interest, young Green is known as an innovator, scholar and very compassionate and kind hearted kid.

Although he has plenty of time to decide what he would like to become, Kevin Green has his heart set on becoming a Graphic Designer or an Engineer.

Camiah Hicks

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Camiah Hicks (11) is the daughter of Takiyah Jordan and sister of Cambren Hicks. She is a sixth grader who attends Aaron Cohn Middle school were she has already made a name for herself as an outstanding student. Camiah is known to be a firecracker, not because of her natural red hair, but because of her explosive personality. She attends Alicia Menzie’s Dance Company were she is the Majorette Captain and participates in Ballet, and Hip Hop.

When Ms. Hicks isn’t perfecting her dance skills, she likes to read, style hair and play basketball. Camiah is a young beauty that exudes positivity, grace, and dignity making her irreplaceable in anything she becomes involved in. An exceptional student, Camiah dreams of becoming a sports doctor one day.

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LOCAL NON-PROFIT TO “PAINT THE TOWN PINK” Celebration of Life-Survivor Butterfly Release Saturday, August 20, 2016 11:00am-1:00 pm Columbus Botanical Garden Survivor Celebration and Kickoff to PTTP Survivor Program begins at 11:30 am

Our 7th Annual West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition Breast Cancer Awareness “Paint the Town Pink Walk/Run” will be held, Friday, October 21st, 2016, in Uptown, Columbus. Paint the Town Pink 5k Fun Walk/Run is only one part of the Paint the Town Pink campaign.

This year our kickoff event will be the “Celebration of Life” Survivor Butterfly Release which will be held, Saturday August, 20th from 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at the Columbus Botanical Garden. The goal of the Butterfly Release is to recognize and celebrate those who have journeyed through cancer! Beautiful butterflies will be released as a memorable and magical way of celebrating life. The program will also include survivor testimonies, celebration of life ceremony, garden tour and live jazz. We are inviting the tri-community to come out and support this worthy cause. This fundraiser assists needy cancer patients with daily living expenses to help them maintain quality of life while undergoing treatment. “We’re Neighbors Helping Neighbors”. 100% of proceeds will benefit the WCGCC, a 501c3 organization whose vision is “to reduce the burdens of cancer in the communities we serve with “Neighbors Helping Neighbors”.

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EDUCATION

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Columbus High School Earns Two Spots on Newsweek’s 2016 Top High Schools Lists said Dr. Marvin Crumbs, Principal. “We are committed to the success of every student and understand the importance our work has on their ability to be college and career ready as well as the important role each of them play in being productive citizens in our school district, community, and world.”

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

(Columbus, GA)-Newsweek ranks Columbus High School 485 out of a class of 500 of America’s 2016 Top High Schools across the country. In addition, Columbus High School is recognized as one the Top High Schools Beating the Odds, 345 out of 500, preparing students for college while overcoming the obstacles of those who are subject to economic challenges.

The Columbus High School Liberal Arts College Preparatory Program is designed to develop a well-rounded student by offering a wide range of advanced college preparatory courses

in English, mathematics, social studies, science, foreign language, computers, and fine arts. Students are expected to take courses in all areas through a core curriculum that is compacted, accelerated, and that exceeds state standards. The curriculum has the flexibility, however, to meet individual academic goals and interests. Individual interests are met through diverse elective offerings, gifted classes, 27 Advanced Placement Courses, and the opportunity for students to develop an academic concentration in an area of their

“The Columbus High Blue Devils are extremely proud of this achievement and it is primarily due to high expectations, high standards, and the hard work of our students, teachers and parents,”

interest ranging from mathematics and science to English or the fine arts. Students learn to make decisions and to budget time by balancing homework, athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service. 80% of the student body is involved in extracurricular activities. For more information, contact Columbus High School, (706) 748-2534, or access Newsweek’s rankings for America’s Top High Schools and Top High Schools Beating the Odds.

Emanuel Preparatory School Of Math And Science Opens Sr. Ministry Center of the Future Life Center on the campus of New Birth Outreach Church and Emanuel Preparatory School of Math and Science. Emanuel Preparatory School of Math and Science is an All Boys, Christian, STEM Focused School located in Midland, GA. Their goal is that young men are able to stand as skillful and wise as the young men did in Daniel the 1st Chapter.

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

On August 8, 2016 the Emanuel Preparatory School of Math and Science will officially began preparing the next generation of young men to be exemplary leaders. The historic day commenced with an Opening Ceremony at 8:00 am in the Farnsworth Coleman

Emanuel Prep begins this school yearwith 13 4-year-old pre-kindergarten boys. The staff comprises two teachers, two paraprofessionals, a headmaster and a receptionist. The goal is to add one grade each year through eighth grade.

Emanuel Prep will set the standard for advanced learning in an advanced society through an innovative and rigorous Math and Science focused curriculum that cultivates 21st century skills, fosters a love of learning and is devel-

opmentally appropriate and enriching for boys. The goal is to develop critical thinkers who will invent creative ways to enrich our society.

Emanuel Preparatory School of Math and Science 10107 Veterans Pwky Midland, Georgia 31820 706.662.8437 info@emanuelprep.com

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Muscogee County School District Makes Progress

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

For the past five months residents of Muscogee County have been inundated with comments from school board candidates stating how badly the school district is doing as it relates to our children. A conversation with Dr. Lewis, however, paints a much different picture. “Of course there are some problems, says Lewis, but we have made great strides toward eliminating them. Unfortunately many of our improvements and accomplishments with the school district have been overshadowed by a great deal of misinformation.”

Here are some of those improvements: - The graduation rate that has improved from 72.8% in 2013 to 84.6% in 2015, an 11.8% increase that surpasses the State rate by 5.6%. In addition, all student sub-groups (Black, Multi-Racial, White, Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Students with Disabilities, Economically Disadvantaged, and English Language Learners) all exceeded the State averages while decreasing performance gaps. - Began implementation of Catapult Academy in 2013 and to date there has been 120 standard diploma graduates that previously dropped out of high school. Catapult Academy is funded by recaptured State funding. - The number of schools designated as “failing” based on CCRPI scores below a score of - The number of schools designated as “perpetually failing” based on proposed Opportunity School District criteria decreased from 10 in 2014 to 8 in 2015 (the most recent data available). - Seventeen schools earned their highest CCRPI scores to date (Britt David, Dimon, Georgetown, Gentian, Hannan, Johnson, Martin Luther King Jr., North Columbus, Rigdon Road, South Columbus, Wesley Heights, Aaron Cohn, Baker, Carver, Columbus High,

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Hardaway, and Northside). In addition, the high school performance surpassed the State average. - The MCSD recently met all State performance targets for Special Education students achieving a score of 95 out of 100 possible points. - The MCSD reorganized and decentralized the District to improve efficiency and effectiveness. The reorganization has resulted in the ability to repurpose funding for differentiated school level support staff, instructional materials purchases and school transformation initiatives. - Prior to the 2013-14 school year, the last curriculum adoption and purchase was made in 2004. Over the past two years, the District has adopted and purchased a variety of core and supplemental instructional programs - Elementary reading (Reading Wonders) and math (enVisionMATH) programs ($2.7 million) - A secondary English Language Arts program (Georgia Collections) which includes a leveled literacy program to assist struggling readers ($1.6 million) - A K-12 district-wide learning management system (Canvas) was purchased to support a digitally-based single location for the storage of curriculum maps, instructional resources, lesson plans, and to support on-line learning ($609,100.00) - A district-wide personalized student feedback tool (Turnitin) was purchased to support teachers in providing more frequent and substantive student writing feed - Supplemental Lexile-based software (Achieve3000) to support the thirteen (13) highest struggling schools, initial preliminary data shows improved Lexile scores ($631,241.25) - A proposal is currently under consideration by the Board of Education to expand this promising program to an additional 24 elementary and middle schools throughout the district ($940,000.00) - Implemented a zero-based budgeting model resulting in improving the district fund balance (Reserves) from 34 days in 2013 to 54 days in 2015 in a continuing effort to meet the State recommended minimum of 60 days. - MCSD implemented the first and second phases of a three-phase plan to increase employee compensation that has not been increased in over nine

years.

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