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Jeffrey Osborne To Perform July 23, 2016 2016 Community Service Awards

Our Choices For Muscogee County School Board Are Page 8 Crystal Clear Passion Works Dance Academy

Former Miss CSU and Columbus Lions Dance Team Member Opens Dance Studio Page 15

Candidate Controversy Continues

Tompkins Affidavits Draws Questions Page 18

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THURSDAY July 7, 2016

The Street Committee

Myers Recruits...Connecting The Dots

According to the street committee what has been lost on voters this political season is the relationship between Shelia D. Williams, Frank Myers and JoAnn Thomas-Brown.

It is a fact that Frank Myers recruited both Williams and Myers to run against Cathy Williams and Pat Hugley

Green respectively. What many may not realize is Shelia Williams is an employee of JoAnn Brown serving as the Executive Director of B&O Services, Inc. a company owned and operated by Brown.

The street committee again suggests that this is just another example of

Myers attempt to “stack the deck” in his favor. Shame on Shelia and JoAnn for allowing Frank to use them as political pawns.

Myers Tried To Recruit Dougherty County Superintendent In addition to former Shaw High School principal Jim Arnold the street committee has learned from a reliable source that Dr. David C. Mosely, Superintendent of Schools with the Dougherty County School System was also approached about filling the Muscogee County School Districts position currently held

by Dr. David F. Lewis. According to the source Mosely turned down the offer making phone calls to individuals here in Columbus saying that he didn’t realize there was an opening.

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A VIEW FROM A PEW

THURSDAY JULY 7, 2016

The Bridge Keeper

down the river parallel with the banks, allowing ships to pass thru freely on both sides of the bridge.

But at certain times each day, a train would come along and the bridge would be turned sideways across the river, allowing the train to cross.

A switchman sat in a small shack on one side of the river where he operated the controls to turn the bridge and lock it into place for the trains to cross. One evening the switchman was waiting for the last train of the day to come, when thru the dimming twilight he caught sight of the train lights.

He stepped to the controls and when the train was within a prescribed distance, he turned the bridge into position.

Although to his astonishment, he found the locking control was not working. If the bridge was not locked in position it would wobble back and forth at the ends and cause the train to jump the track and go crashing into the river.

And this would be a passenger train with many people aboard.

He left the bridge turned across the river, and hurried across the bridge to the other side of the river where there was a control lever which he could operate manually to lock the bridge in place.

He would have to hold the lever back firmly as the train crossed.

I ran across this story recently and it made me stop and think about sacrifice and what it cost. I hope

it does the same for you.

There was once a bridge which

spanned a large river. During most of the day the bridge sat with its length running up and

He could hear the rumble of the train, and he took hold of the lever and leaned backward to apply his weight to it, locking the bridge. He kept applying the pressure to keep the mechanism locked. Many lives depended on this man's strength. Then, from the direction of his control shack across the bridge, he heard a sound that made his blood run cold.

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"Daddy, where are you?" His four-year-old son was crossing the bridge to look for him.

His first impulse was to cry out to the child, " Run! Run!" But the train was too close; the tiny legs would never make it across the bridge in time.

In the same instant, he almost left the lever to run and snatch up his son and carry him to safety.

But he realized that he could not get back to the lever in time for the train to pass safely.

Either the people on the train or his little son would have to die.

It took a moment to make his decision.

The train sped safely and swiftly on its way.

No one on board was even aware of the tiny broken body thrown mercilessly into the river by the onrushing train.

Nor were they aware of the pitiful figure of the sobbing man, still clinging tightly to the locking lever long after the train had passed.

Neither did they see him walking home more slowly than he had ever walked before, to tell his wife how they had lost their son.

As we comprehend what this experience must have meant to this man and how it affected him, we begin to realize what our Father in Heaven must have had to endure when He sacrificed His Son (the most innocent man ever) - to bridge the gap between us and eternal life.

Can there be any wonder that He caused the earth to tremble and the skies to darken when His Son was crucified?

And how it must affect Him when we speed along thru life with little thought or appreciation for their sacrifice.

Wane A. Hailes

Editorial Cartoon/Commentary

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The Wizard told me he was going to get me elected!

July 7, 2016

Josh, tell the guys to stop worrying. I told you I’ve got these“N” word under control.

The Wizard told me he was going to make me the Board Chair!

The Wizard

By Denise Rolark-Barnes Chairperson of the NNPA

Dear White People: Muhammad Ali Did Not Transcend Race

Hundreds of newspapers have disappeared in the last 15 years and readership is on the decline. No newspaper is immune from the migration of readership to online platforms, dwindling ad revenues, fragmented audiences and even reduced attention spans.

Even national-recognized newspapers with celebrated histories like “The New York Times” and “The Washington Post” have retrenched in the face of these mounting economic pressures. Many regional and community newspapers – including some members of the historic Black Press – are barely hanging on.

The ramifications of this can be profound. Local publications have long served as the glue that binds communities together. They have served as the microphone for voices that would otherwise be marginalized and the spotlight on the stories that seldom make it onto the front pages of major newspapers and magazines. For African-American communities, the publications that make up the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) have served as that voice across the nation.

Read the full commentary on our website at: www.couriernews.org

By Hill Harper NNPA News Wire Guest Columnist

“Where are the African American and Latina Mark Zuckerbergs and Sheryl Sandbergs?

The question, which came from a participant in a minority business empowerment seminar, quieted the room. The answer is simple: “They’re out there. But they don’t have a data plan.”

That seems glib. But truth comes best in a simple package. The digital divide is real.

Millions of brilliant, creative thinkers are still left behind, because they don’t have affordable access to the Internet. So what can we do to change this paradigm? We can go mobile.

Mobile technology has changed our world. Those of us who are already part of the mobile revolution know this innately: to be without our smartphones is to be isolated. It’s standing in a field, watching the train flash by. It’s trying to find a book in the dark when others are holding flashlights.

But we’re not done yet – not until we’ve brought that change across the digital divide.

Read the full commentary on our website at: www.couriernews.org

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COVER STORY

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Jeffrey Osborne To Perform At Courier Eco Latino Community Awards Event

For eleven years the Courier / Eco Latino newspaper has provided the TriCity and specifically the African-American and Hispanic communities with a publication of positive, quality of life information.

We celebrate our eleventh anniversary with our signature event, “The Community Service Awards” which gives past due recognition to 25 individuals or organizations for their distinguished service to the African-American, Hispanic and other minority communities.

Our event this year will be held at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center on Saturday July 23, 2016 beginning at 6:30 pm. The program, which includes dinner, is two-fold, with first, an awards program recognizing 25 individuals or organizations of Columbus, Phenix City and Fort Benning.

At this years event, in addition to our

“Publishers Award” we will introduce our Community Servant Award” to be awarded annually in honor of Harold “Lefty” Encarnacion, a well-known and beloved Hispanic businessman who passed away October of last year.

Musical guests will include Allen Cook a singer/songwriter from A t l a n t a , Georgia and Generational voices an ensemble from Columbus, Georgia.

We are pleased to announce that the second part of the event will feature a performance by national recording artist Jeffrey Osborne.

Jeffrey Osborne started his music career in 1970 with a band called Love Men Ltd., who later changed their name to L.T.D. Some of the band's most notable hits included “Back in Love Again,” “Concentrate on You,” “Love Ballad” and “Holding On.” Osborne left the group

in 1980 to start a solo career. His solo success includes five gold and platinum albums.

Tickets are available for $50. Reserved

tables are available for $320. Tickets may be purchased at the Courier Eco Latino office at 1300 Wynnton Rd, Ste. 104 or by calling 706.225.0106

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Jakeveon Upshaw

COURIER KIDS

Jakeveon Upshaw (13), is an 8th grader at Richard Middle School, is the son of Kirsten King and Christopher Upshaw.

Jakeveon is the kid that brings laughter into the room. His hobbies include working out, football, Dj’ing, and reading Japanese Manga books.

A huge lover of music, Jakeveon is currently under the mentorship of DJ Cashflow of 98.3 The Beat. His goal is to perfect his art and begin hosting events for the teen audience as a way to earn money as a young adult.

When time permits Jakeveon fills in on “The Hype Kids”, a D30 Radio teen radio show as a radio personality. Upshaw also assists his mother Kirsten King (d30) with street team duties.

His favorite quote is; if you can’t find something to live for, find something to die for.

Aaliyah Menzie

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Aaliyah Menzie (7), is the daughter of Alicia and Ernest Menzie, and the younger sibling of Ernest Menzie Jr. Aaliyah attends Reese Road Leadership Academy where she maintained her honor roll status for the entire 2015-2016 academic school year.

Her hobbies include reading, playing with her dolls, and dancing at Alicia Menzie’s Dance Company where she excels in various dance styles, her dance name is simply SWAG! Ms. Aaliyah is a joy to be around and an absolute baby doll who’s full of style and sass.

Jehovah’s Witnesses Welcome All to the 2016 “Remain Loyal to Jehovah!” Convention

Columbus, Ga.—Jehovah’s Witnesses are presently holding their annual conventions at the Columbus Civic Center Arena. They extend an open invitation for all to attend. The theme of this year’s program is “Remain Loyal to Jehovah!”

William Goodman, a convention spokesman, states: “Jesus Christ was always loyal to his heavenly father Jehovah and this created a close and loving relationship between them. As Christians we strive to imitate Jesus Christ in all things and this ‘Remain Loyal to Jehovah!’ convention will examine Jesus’ example of loyalty to his father Jehovah God as outlined in the Bible, it will emphasize how all of us— regardless of our background, lifestyle, or religion—can develop stronger relationships with our friends, family and most importantly our heavenly father Jehovah God. A highlight of the program will be the Public Talk on Friday morning at 9:40, entitled ‘Jehovah Deserves “Undivided Loyalty’” On Saturday afternoon at 3:25 there will be presented a feature length video entitled, “Hope for What We Do Not See”. It will be encouraging for young and old alike. Also, on Sunday at 11:20 there will be a Public Bible Discourse entitled: ‘When Will Loyal Love Triumph

over Hatred?’ Then at 1:50 Sunday afternoon a gripping feature length film entitled “Oh Jehovah I Trust in You” examines how Jehovah delivers loyal ones like King Hezekiah from their enemies –you will not want to miss this.

There is no admission fee and no collection will be taken. Conventions of Jehovah’s Witnesses are supported entirely by voluntary donations.

The second of two three-day events to be held in Columbus Ga. will begin Friday July 8, 2016, at 9:20 a.m. An estimated 9,400 will come to the Civic Center Arena for the two Bible-based programs. Jehovah’s Witnesses in the United States are conducting 417 conventions—in 31 languages across 117 cities. Worldwide, there are over 8,000,000 Witnesses in more than 115,000 congregations. All who attend will enjoy the program.

Related Links:

Article: “Remain Loyal to Jehovah 2016 Convention

of Jehovah’s Witnesses”

https://www.jw.org/en/jehovahs-witnesses/conventions/

Video: 2016 Convention Video Trailers:

https://www.jw.org/en/jehovahs-witnesses/conventions/drama-movie-trailers-2016/

Regional Media Contacts: Ronald Evans, telephone:

(229) 224-3369 Ben Jensen, telephone: (256) 786-

0535

Request for Proposals

RFP No. 17-0001 Professional Services for Remediation & Disposal of Environmental Hazardous Chemicals/Waste (Annual Contract) Due: July 29, 2106 – 5:00 PM Sandra Chandler, Buyer

RFP No. 17-0002 In-Service Training Workshop Services for Community Schools Program Personnel (Annual Contract) Due: July 29, 2106 – 5:00 PM Sandra Chandler, Buyer

Sealed responses must be received and time/date stamped by the due date shown above, by the Finance Department/Purchasing Division of Columbus Consolidated Government, 100 Tenth Street, Columbus, GA 31901.

To obtain specifications, visit the City's website at www.columbusga.org, notify the Buyer via email schandler@columbusga.org, fax 706.653.4109 or telephone 706.653.4105.

Andrea J. McCorvey, CPPB Purchasing Division Manager

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COVER STORY

Why “We’re With Pat” Hugley Green For Muscogee County School Board District 1 sure she will agree that although we met when she was serving as the principal of Baker Middle School, we have never had any in-depth conversations.

By Wane A. Hailes Special To The Courier

Let me not beat around the bush, the Courier Eco Latino newspaper endorses incumbent Pat Hugley Green for Muscogee County School Board District 1.

In making this endorsement please allow me to reiterate what I said when this election began in March of this year in regards to her opponent, JoAnn Thomas – Brown, this is not personal. I am

As I have said time and time again I believe anyone has the right to run for any political office they choose whenever they choose. Far too many of us continue to sit on the sidelines complaining, instead of making an effort to get in the game and effect change. After all, the positions being sought do not belong to any one person, but rather, are decided by the people they represent.

And that is as it should be.

My concern this political season, however, is that our African American community, is being used by two Caucasian individuals, Frank Myers and Senator Josh to advance their own agenda, an agenda that truly does not have our best interest at heart. And especially not our children when it comes to our public school system.

We have always asked that you cast your ballot, as an informed voter to not

do so is, in our opinion worse than not voting at all. Since March we have reported numerous reasons why JoAnn Thomas-Brown is not what our children need.

With less than a month remaining whether you choose to believe what we have reported or not is now up to you. The decision is in your hands.

However, there are two irrefutable facts that must be considered. First JoAnn Thomas-Brown flat out lied to area clergy on numerous occasions regarding Frank Myers and Senator Josh McKoon’s involvement in her campaign.

Photos of Thomas-Brown with Myers and McKoon appeared on the cover of our June 9th issue.

Second and most disconcerting is Brown, whose campaign is based on her experience as a former educator with the Muscogee County School District touts specifically her tenure as a principal for the last seven years of employment with the district as the reason she is: “The Solution to End Failing Schools”. We now know she indeed served as the Principal for Baker Middle School but was terminated from her position on March 8, 2007 for “failure to make “Adequate Yearly Progress” for the final five years as its leader.”

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When you walk into the voting booth you have to ask yourself if she couldn’t fix her own school after seven years how can we possibly believe she can fix our school system as a board member?

District 1 has an individual in Pat Hugley Green who we know not only looks like us but has proven time and again that she can and will stand strong in addressing our issues and concerns.

For the past year she has stood toeto-toe with Frank Myers and John Thomas on numerous occasions and has always come out on the side of our children.

Green has shown that she has never been nor will she ever be one who will go along just to get along.

Over the years she has been accessible and has followed through on her promises. Her only real challenger wants us to believe that she will not be beholden to Frank Myers but as we have shown that unequivocally that is not true.

With that, we endorse the only one who has proven she will not waiver under pressure, Pat Hugley Green.

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COVER STORY

Why We Endorse Cathy Williams For Muscogee County School Board District 7 Myers, aggressively backing his flame throwing candidates, in an attempt to build his own coalition, I understand how important returning A.J. and Pat to their seats and electing an experienced board member to join them is.”

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

If anyone had predicted at the beginning of this election cycle we would end up endorsing Cathy Williams for any political position let alone the District 7 seat on the Muscogee County School Board, I would have said they must have fallen and bumped their head.

It’s no secret that our coverage of Williams has been less than cordial as far back as the 2012 when she was a vocal force behind “Boot The Board”, a non-partisan Political Action Committee headed by none other than Frank Myers.

She played an integral role in removing James Walker, Norene Marvets and attempting to get rid of Pat Hugley Green. Somewhere along the way, however, things changed and it appears Myers and Williams have had a “falling out”.

Williams, in an interview appearing in our March 31, 2016 issue, stated, in regards to Frank Myers; “There is a fringe element on our board today. Their negative rhetoric is dangerous. It threatens our accreditation, the morale of our teachers and children, the success of this administration and the reputation of our district. I’m worried for our community. This fringe element is trying to get a foothold on the board to wreak havoc and “take down” the administration. We cannot allow this to happen, we cannot allow our children to be at risk in this way.”

“I have watched A.J. Senior and Pat Green since and have learned to respect them for their service to the board and the decisions they have made over the past couple of years. As I watch one of these political grandstanders, Frank

I’ve grown to trust my instincts when it comes to dealing with people and for the most part it has served me well. I am always cautious when White folks, once so adamantly against you, all of a sudden want to be your friend. But in this case this is what I know to be true.

Once good friends, and political allies, Myers and Williams are now neither. I have seen and witnessed first hand the negative and derogatory comments Myers and his puppet operatives have levied against Cathy and her husband, Ledger-Enquirer reporter Chuck Williams. They have created fake facebook pages such as “Chucks Butts” and although appalled I was not surprised. Frank will turn on anyone who goes against him. I also know that her opponent, Shelia Williams (no relation) is a recruit of Frank Myers and not so coincidentally works for…wait for it….JoAnn Thomas-Brown.

That’s right, Shelia Williams serves as the Executive Director of B&O

Services, Inc., a business owned and operated by JoAnn Thomas-Brown.

So I am confident that Cathy Williams is sincere in her new assessment of Frank Myers and of her concern for our children. And if nothing else, to put it in Cathy’s own words: “the devil you know is often better than the devil you

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don’t”. All we can hope for is we don’t get scorched.

It is because of this, and the experience she will bring back to the board, the Courier Eco Latino newspaper, without hesitation, endorses Cathy Williams for Muscogee County School Board District 7.

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Jackmont Hospitality T.G.I. Fridays® Restaurants Offer The Breakfast Club An Opportunity for Free Breakfasts in Your Community!

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

Jackmont Hospitality, owner of the T.G.I. Friday’s located at 3116 Adams Farm Drive in Columbus, is inviting qualified community organizations to join The Breakfast Club and have a free breakfast. No strings attached.

The Breakfast Club provides a free, private, breakfast on Saturday mornings, between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. for up to 25 of your organization’s members (no fewer than 15 persons).

In order to participate, your group must

be an established organization (church, club, etc.) serving in the community.

The menu includes a hot breakfast which surely beats the donuts usually served at community meetings.

“Jackmont values the support coming from the communities we serve. The Breakfast Club is one way we can show our appreciation and give back to those customers who do good in our communities,” says Dan Halpern, president and CEO of Jackmont.

To schedule your breakfast, please telephone 404-505-8188 and become a member of The Breakfast Club.

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Who’s Got Next?...

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Young Professionals On The Move

Nadine Haralson, provides up close and personal interviews with young professionals who are making a difference in our community. Join us each issue as we introduce, recognize, and celebrate those individuals in Columbus, Phenix City and Ft. Benning who are… “On The Move”

Gabrielle “B3” Allen

believes nothing should come before G o d a n d f a m i l y.

Whenever you see B3, she usually carries her green pocket bible with her and tends to say a bible verse or prayer before and after getting on stage.

By Nadine Haralson

Gabrielle Allen, who goes by the stage name B3 was born in Phenix City, Alabama and currently, lives in Columbus, Georgia.

B3 is the perfect example of not judging a book by its cover. Allen is not just a rap artist but a singer, songwriter, producer, and engineer. She started making music at the age of 11, where she played the drums for her school. Her artist name B3 stands for Big Boss Brewer. B3 is a versatile musician whose talents and works include Gospel, R&B, Blues, Country, and Rock tracks.

Gabrielle studies the 48 laws of power and is a firm believer in loyalty and

Iberia “Beri” Dickson

to become a Licensed Master Cosmetologist and Professional Makeup Artist graduating April of 2016 with a 3.7 GPA. During Beri's time in Beauty School she participated in numerous volunteer activities: The Changing Faces Within Fashion Show (October 2015), Various Nursing Home Visits, Columbus, GA Fashion Week (November 2015), Prom Dress Drive for Unfortunate Young Girls (March 2016) and even Volunteering at the Columbus Dream House.

Signed to the label, Phoenix Entertainment Records managed by her mother, Monica “BossLadii” Brewer, B3 has completed three projects. The first being “Grind Hustle Ambition,” in which she was the primary producer and engineer. Her second project was; “#300 Da Mixtape” and the third “Da Alpha” was released and distributed worldwide through IMF Distribution on March 17th, 2015.

B3 has performed in several cities and states in various venues from Atlanta Georgia’s Crowes Nest, Nite Lite and Wishing Well Mansion to Jacksonville, Tampa, and Miami, Florida. She has worked and performed in front of artists such as Ying Yang Twins, Big Sam of Eastside Boyz, Pastor Troy, Althea Heart, and more.

Allen is a versatile musician. She has gospel tracks, R&B tracks, blues tracks, country tracks, and rock tracks. B3 has had over 250 performances to date.

She is known for her energy on stage and just recently acquired a sponsorship by a company out of Florida called KONTROL! Music is her life. Her music, the aggressiveness, the passion, tells the life of B3 and the struggles she has faced and endured.

By Nadine Haralson

Iberia (Beri) Dickson is a 20 year old Master Cosmetologist, Makeup Artist, and YouTube Vlogger. Born in Buffalo, New York to the late Abe Dickson and serial entrepreneur and Cynthia Dickson (Master Barber), Iberia is the youngest of four siblings.

Dickson always had a passion for both the business and the beauty industry.

With just a vision and a small investment, Iberia became an entrepreneur at the age of eighteen when she launched her business Beri Bundles (Virgin Hair Distribution Company) in May of 2014.

In 2015 Iberia decided to step out on faith and enrolled into Virginia College

While attending Virginia College she relaunched her Yo u t u b e c h a n n e l , which now has over 40,000+ viewers and followers. Her videos range from Do It Yo u r s e l f P r o j e c t s , Makeup Tutorials, Concerts, to Traveling.

She enjoys working behind the scenes of fast pace fashion shows, trade shows, and photoshoots. Beri has worked as the MUA for The LavishLfye Fashion Extravaganza (April 2016), The Spotlight on Awareness Fashion Show, The Goodlyfe Fashion Designer Convention (ATL June 2016), Walk Fashion Show (ATL June 2016), Orlando Tribute Fashion Show (ATL June 2016).

Dickson takes pride in networking and participating in collaborations with other Industry Professionals, as she continues to brand herself and perfect her craft. She is positive that there’s nothing but greatness for her future in the Beauty industry.

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Lindsey Hailes Makes National Tour Debut

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The Wizard of Oz had its world premiere at The London Palladium Theatre in March of 2011. After a successful West End run, the production had its North American premiere in Toronto in December of 2012, and embarked on a U.S. tour in September of 2013.

Lindsey Hailes, the niece of Courier Eco Latino newspaper publisher Wane A. Hailes joined the production in January of this year.

Appearing in The Lindsey’s National attends Point Park cal theatre and is

Wizard of Oz is Tour Debut. She University for musia Kansas Native!

Hailes, one of only two AfricanAmericans appearing in the production and the only female, recently appeared at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta.

This fall Lindsey will join the National Tour of “Dirty Dancing” in the role of Elizabeth.

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Request for Bids/Proposals

July 7, 2016

RFB No. 17-0005 Protective Fire Clothing (Annual Contract) Due: July 13, 2016 – 2:30 PM Kevin Robertson, Buyer

Sealed responses must be received and time/date stamped by the respective due dates shown above, by the Finance Department/Purchasing Division of Columbus Consolidated Government, 100 Tenth Street, Columbus, GA 31901. To obtain specifications, visit the City's website at www.columbusga.org, notify the Buyer via email krobertson@columbusga.org and dlewis@columbusga.org, fax 706.653.4109 or telephone 706.653.4105.

Andrea J. McCorvey, CPPBPurchasing Division Manager

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By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

COVER STORY

To Touch, To Move, To Inspire....

Tamela Ranson Provides The True Gift Of Dance

I have a saying that I impress upon people, young and old, who may find themselves discouraged with their employment status; “Find Your Passion, Find Yo u r P a y c h e c k ” . Ta m e l a Ranson did just that.

Ranson, formerly Tamela Thompson, left Columbus and returned this summer, married with two children, as the owner and director of Passion Works Dance Academy. Tamela

has been dancing for 25 years and teaching dance for 9 years.

She was a member of the competition dance teams at Hardaway High School and Columbus State University and a former member of the Columbus Lions Dance Team.

In 2009 Tamela was crowned Miss Columbus State University.

We asked Tamela about her new studio. “Passion Works Dance Academy focuses on the development of the whole person through the art of dance”, she said.

“Our students can expect to become more disciplined and flexible, enhance their work ethic, physical health, and cultural knowledge, while developing their dance technique. We do so in a fun, safe, and noncompetitive environment with instructors who love dance and are eager to share their knowledge.”

Although proficient in all styles of dance Ranson is smart enough to know she couldn’t do this by herself. “One of the most important factors of

a dance studio are the instructors and I am extremely proud of the professional and wellrespected team we have assembled.”

The staff of Passion Works Dance Academy, in addition to Tamela includes: Tosha Leake, Alana Daniels, Ashley Weatherford and Shelia GreenWilliams.

Classes offered include: Ballet - One of the world's most graceful dance styles that focuses highly on technique, and has its own vocabulary. It is the foundation of most styles of dance.

Modern - Soley focuses on emotions and moods. Allows dancers to remove the structure of ballet and invent new steps and movements. Dancers with technical backgrounds can do and create much more in this style.

Lyrical - A blend of ballet and jazz. Dancers use the lyrics of the song as inspiration for movements and expressions. It

is greatly fused by emotion

Hip-Hop - Very energetic form of dance. Allows freedom of movement and display of personality (SWAG). Hip hop dance is highly influenced by hip hop culture and consists of many different styles. It is a broad category that includes a variety of urban styles.

Jazz- Showcases individual style and originality. Moves are interpreted and executed in the dancers own way. It's energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork and arm movements, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong backgroung in ballet.

Tap - Through the use of special shoes equipped with metal taps, dancers use their feet like drums to create rhythmic patterns and timely beats.

Auxiliary - Derived from HBCU dance lines; a fast paced combination of jazz, majorette, and hip hop. It includes field show routines and stand routines.

July 7, 2016

Classes Offered Ballet Modern Lyrical Hip-Hop Jazz Tap Auxillary

Registration Fee: $30 Annually Monthly Fees:

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$25/Month $40/Month $50/Month $60/Month $70/Month

Age Groups:

Twinkle Toes (3-6) Preteens (7-11) Teens (12-17) Adults (18-up) *Sibling Packages are Available!!! Please ask for more information.

Address Liberty Theatre Cultural Center 821 8th Ave. Columbus, GA 31904

Email

PassionWorksDA@gmail.com Phone 706.225.9354

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Questions Remain With Donna Tompkins Qualifying Affidavits

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July 7, 2016

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier It just doesn’t stop. Once again evidence has surfaced relating to the candidates seeking to unseat incumbent Sheriff John Darr that begs clarification.

didates: Pam Brown, Robert Smith, Mark LaJoye and Donna Tompkins seeking to unseat Darr had been disqualified. The disqualifications were the result of missing fingerprinting deadlines, failing to file affidavits showing educational qualifications and failing to file certified copies of birth certificates.

After a number of allegations, challenges and hearings Mark LaJoye and Donna Tompkins disqualifications were

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overruled. Smith and Brown were not as fortunate. It appears, however, that there is a discrepancy with Tompkins qualifying affidavit.

In reviewing copies of her form we found two; one dated and notarized

by Carlo Newroth with the Democratic party on March 7, 2016 and one dated and notarized by Jeanette James on March 15, 2016.

According to Sandra Ellison with the

Democratic Party all of the required forms were notarized and dated correctly when turned into the Board of Elections and Registration. The forms included the one notarized by Newroth.

Why then would an additional affidavit need to be notarized and signed a week later?

A reliable source says Tompkins forms were lost by the Elections office. Stay tuned there is more to come in our next issue.

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noticed something abnormal on your plants leaves or fruit, try to identify what might be causing it. If you are not sure what the exact problem might be, take a sample or send a picture to your local Extension office.

This is a free service to anyone in the state. Knowing the exact problem will save you money on products that won’t be help your plants anyway.

7. Attract pollinators to your garden.

Marigolds, zinnias, sunflowers and blackeyed susans are just a few low-maintenance flowers that can be added to a garden to ensure pollinators will come.

Without pollinators, your plants may set flowers but never produce fruit. Providing a variety of plants, including a few flashy flowers, will attract the good insects from miles around. A healthy mix of insects in the garden will keep your plants healthy throughout the growing season.

8. Consider exploring new territory for your garden. If you have full sun in your yard, fruit trees like blueberries, plums, pears and blackberries are very low maintenance and will produce fruit for many years. Peaches, apples, and grapes require a little more attention, but will grow throughout central and north Georgia. Strawberries, which work well in pots, are also perennials that will produce fruit annually. Imagine having fruit

to harvest year after year without having to replant every spring!

9. If you would rather not plant something so permanent, expand your garden to containers. Herbs are an easy way to grow in pots on a porch or patio without having to till up more ground for a garden. Most vegetables need more space than a container will provide, but peppers, lettuce, radishes, carrots and turnips can easily be grown in a container. Tomatoes will also adapt, but will not be as productive in containers as they would be planted directly in the ground.

10. Finally, learn to preserve your fruits and vegetables, especially when you begin to produce more than you can eat. Canning, dehydrating, and freezing are all easy ways to make sure your garden continues to feed you throughout the year. Supplies can be purchased at local grocery stores. The Cooperative Extension program at the University of Georgia has a lot of information on the safe preservation of fruits and vegetables on their website: http://extension.uga.edu/food/preservation/.

Gardening should not be expensive! With a few tricks up your sleeve, you can grow food and keep money in your pocket this summer. For more information on this or other gardening our outdoor topics, contact your local Extension office or visit uga.extension.org.

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El Huerto en Casa: Diez Consejos Para Ahorrar Dinero

Cultivar su propia comida es una satisfacción y una gran manera de ahorrar dinero. Aquí en Georgia, podemos cosechar las verduras casi todo el año.

El verano es la temporada más productiva en el huerto, especialmente para las plantas que aman el calor—como los tomates, okra, frijoles y maíz.

Pero a veces, gastamos más dinero tratando de cultivar alimentos de lo que gastaríamos si fuimos al supermercado.

Aquí hay nueve consejos para asegurar que su huerto no le cuesta más de lo que vale.

1. Si todavía no ha comprado plantas o semillas para su huerto, no es demasiado tarde.

Asegúrese de comprar plantas sanas y semillas para este año.

Plantas enfermas producirán poca fruta y requerirán más atención.

Semillas viejas podrían no germinar. Incluso con semillas para este año, lea la etiqueta para ver cuánto tiempo va a tomar la planta en dar sus frutos después de la siembra; si usted quiere hacer crecer una planta que tarda mucho tiempo para dar fruto, es mejor comenzar con una planta y no con las semillas.

2. Conserve agua. Si usted tiene que irrigar el huerto con agua municipal, ya sabe que su facturas de agua pueden aumentar. No es posible cultivar un huerto sin agua, pero se puede usar el agua con prudencia. Primero, debe regar sus plantas temprano en la mañana. Esta práctica ayuda a reducir las enfermedades.

Además, si usted riega sus plantas en el medio del día en lugar de por la mañana temprano, el agua se evaporará antes de que sus plantas pueden usarlo. Segundo, para evitar la evaporación y la enfermedad, debe aplica el agua a la base de la planta y no el follaje.

3. Si usted puede recoger el agua lluvia de su casa, puede utilizaría para regar su huerto. Sólo usar que poner un cubeta o barril limpio para recoger el agua lluvia. No usar una cubeta o barril en el que se almacenaron pinturas o productos químicos. Vaciar los contenedores de agua alrededor de su casa al menos una vez a la semana o es posible que tenga problema de mosquitos.

4. Recuerde que su huerto necesita mucho sol—al menos seis horas cada dia.

Si la mayor parte de su patio no recibe mucho sol, debe buscar una parte que recibe sol. Si sólo tiene una pequeña zona que recibe el sol, aun podra cultivar frutas y verduras.

Incluso se puede cultivar verduras y frutas en contenedores.

Pimientos, lechugas, rábanos, y las hierbas crecen bien en contenedores.

Además, los tomates pueden crecer en recipientes grandes - hay variedades especiales que se desarrollaron para ser cultivadas en contenedores, como "tomate patio."

5. Ponga mantillo alrededor de la base de plantas. Mantillo reducirá la evaporación y las malas hierbas. Paja de pino, paja de trigo, virutas de madera, y los periódicos son buenos mantillo.

No es una buena idea utilizar los recortes de hierba, ya que pueden contener las malas hierbas.

6. Aprende qué clase de fertilizante (y cuanto) que su planta necesita.

Algunos fertilizantes caros contienen nutrientes que harán que su planta parezca saludable, pero puede ser que no le ayudarán a su planta a dar frutos. La mejor manera de saber qué tipo de fertilizante que necesita, y cuánto, es hacer un análisis de suelo. La programa de Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Georgia ofrece un análisis de suelo.

Este análisis explica exactamente qué tipo de fertilizante sus plan-

tas necesitan.

7. No utilice productos químicos como insecticidas o fungicidas sin una razón!

Los productos químicos son caros y son a menudo innecesario, por lo que debe identificar un problema específico. Es posible que se puede resolver el problema sin un producto químico; pero si no puede, debe utilizar un producto químico que este hecho para solucionar ese problema. Por lo tanto, si usted ve algo malo en sus plantas o frutas, trata de aprender lo que es. Si sabe lo que es el problema exactamente, que no va a gastar dinero en soluciones que no le ayudarán. Si no puede resolverlo, debe tomar una muestra o envia una foto a su oficina local de extensión, y un experto puede diagnosticar el problema y recomendar una solución. Es gratis!

8. Atraer a los polinizadores a su huerto. Polinizadores son buenos insectos que necesita en su huerto si desea que sus plantas para dar fruto. Flores atraen a los polinizadores, y son bonitos!

Muchas flores requieren poco mantenimiento, pero van a atraer a los polinizadores - flores como maravillas, zinnias, girasoles, y rudbeckias. Si plantas flores en tu jardín de vegetales, usted atraerá muchos polinizadores.

9. Si nunca ha sembrado fruta, prueba! Muchos árboles frutales y arbustos frutales requieren poco mantenimiento.

Al igual que las verduras, las plantas frutales necesitan mucho sol. Las frutas como los arándanos, ciruelas, peras y moras son de bajo mantenimiento y producirán frutos por muchos años. Las frutas como melocotones, manzanas, y uvas requieren más trabajo, pero pueden ser cultivadas en Georgia. Las fresas son una gran opción - que incluso se pueden cultivar en contenedores.

10. Aprende a preservar sus frutas y verduras, especialmente cuando se empieza a

producir más de lo que pueda comer. Es fácil conservar su cosecha por preservando, deshidratación y congelación.

Es importante utilizar técnicas seguros de preservación para reducir al mínimo el riesgo de enfermedades causadas por alimentos.

El programa de Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Georgia tiene una gran cantidad de información sobre la preservación segura de frutas y verduras en el

sitio

web,

http://extension.uga.edu/food/preservation/.

El mantenimiento de un huerto no debe ser demasiado caro!

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inteligentes, se pueden cultivar alimentos y aun mantener dinero en su bolsillo este verano.

Para obtener más información sobre este tema u otros temas de jardines domésticos, llame a su oficina de Extension local o visita el sitio web, uga.extension.org.

Anne Randle es el agente de Agricultura y Recursos Naturales de la programa de Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Georgia.

Claudia Calle es la asis-

tente de programa por Familia y Ciencias del Consumidor. Para obtener más información sobre este y otros temas de jardines domésticos, contacte con ellas, 706-653-4200.

ENGLISH Ten Money Saving tips for Home Vegetable Gardening Growing your own food is a great way to save money. In Georgia, we can harvest vegetables almost year-round, which is hard to imagine for our neighbors further north.

Summer is the most productive time in the garden, especially for heatloving plants like peppers, tomatoes, okra, beans, and corn. But sometimes we spend more money trying to grow our own food than we would if we just made a visit to the grocery store. Here are a few tips for making sure your garden isn’t costing you more than it’s worth this summer.

1. If you haven’t already purchased plants or seeds for your garden, it’s not too late. Instead of searching for bargains, though, buy healthy plants and the current year’s seeds.

Old seeds or unhealthy plant material will not be as productive throughout the season and will

require more attention to produce fruit. Don’t spend a dollar to save a dime!

2. Conserve water. If you are irrigating your garden from a municipal utility, you already understand how watering the garden can lead to higher water bills. There’s no way to make plants grow without water entirely, but you can make the most of the water you use.

First, water early in the morning instead of in the middle of the day to reduce the amount of water that evaporates before plants can use it. Watering in the morning also reduces diseases, which will keep your plants productive longer and save money on treatments. Applying water at the base of plants instead of over the foliage also avoids evaporation and disease.

3. If you can easily collect water around your home, use that as an additional water source. Drums or buckets placed at the base of downspouts will collect rainwater that will reduce your water bill. Do not use anything that contained chemicals or paint, and dump out any water that stands longer than a week to kill mosquitos.

4. Mulches around the base of plants will also reduce how much water your plants demand. Pine straw, oat or wheat straw, wood chips, leaves, or newspapers will all hold moisture near the roots of plants while reducing the number of weeds in the garden. Just be sure to not use anything that might contain weed seeds like grass clippings from your lawn.

5. Know what fertilizers your plant needs. Many flashy, expensive fertilizers are available in stores, but they aren’t necessarily the best for your plants. Some fertilizer mixes contain certain nutrients that cause plants to turn a dark green and look healthy, but don’t do much for the plant. The best way to know what fertilizer to use is to have your soil tested. The University of Georgia offers this service through your local Extension office. The test will tell you exactly what to apply to your plants to be productive.

6. Don’t use insecticides or fungicides without having a reason!

Never spray without first identifying a specific problem. If you have

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