The courier october 27 2016

The Vol. 11 Edition 41 Free Thursday October 27, 2016

A View From A Pew

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The Local Branch Of The NAACP Is In Need Of An Page 3 Enema

Under New Management

Visitors Information Center Opens...Lativia Rivers Is New Manager Page 9 Courier Legacy Series...

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THURSDAY October 27, 2016

Show Forrest The Money

According to the street committee those four words are the only ones the Muscogee County School District needs to adhere to. With the recent announcement that the 13-year-old student who said he was “thrown to the floor” multiple times by a teacher at Edgewood Student Services Center would have to have his leg amputated, the only thing left to decide is “how much”. This is a very sad situation for all concerned.

It goes without saying that the young man would rather have his leg as opposed to money but it is what it is.

The street committee hopes the MCSD doesn’t waste time settling this lawsuit.

Bynum To The Rescue Again Close to a month ago it was reported that the Columbus Community Center, located on Steam Mill Road and in its 70th year of service, might be on the verge of closing. According to the street committee in an effort to address the center’s financial problems the board elected to lay-off three of their employees. According to a reliable source the elimination of these positions will save the center around $75,000. Once again the center’s board of directors has called on longtime former Executive Director, Davita Bynum to help revitalize the center and its programs. According to the

Request for Bids/Proposals

RFB No. 17-0009 Ready Mix Cement (Annual Contract) Due: November 16, 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 http://www.columbusga.org/finance/Exc el_Docs/Bid_Opportunities.htm, notify the respective Buyer via email krobertson@columbusga.org, fax 706.225.3033 or telephone 706.653.4105.

Andrea J. McCorvey Purchasing Manager

The Street Committee

street committee, during her previous tenure as the director of the center, Bynum was successfully instrumental in acquiring funding for the Center. It is the boards hope she can duplicate that success again. The street committee asks that our community join them in this effort by supporting them financially.

Need More Advance Voting Sites The street committee would like to offer a suggestion to the board of elections.

For future elections, especially when it includes the presidential candidates on the ballot please provide more than one advance-voting site. If money is the answer then perhaps you can use some of that ‘Thaw The Freeze” money we hope to be available.

The Salary Fiasco Is Not Hugley’s Headache According to the street committee the members of the city council were wrong in trying to make city manager Isaiah Hugley the scapegoat for the recent salary fiasco. As you know the street

committee was the first media source to break the story about how some department heads were given salary increases only to have them taken back.

Some of the reports placed blame squarely on the city managers shoulders however, thanks to the thorough recording of the minutes by Clerk of Council, Tiny Washington, a quick perusal of the executive session minutes refutes those claims. During the executive session Hugley offered Holli Browder as his nominee for Parks and Recreation. Glen Davis made the initial statement suggesting that “there might be one or two other people that’s left out” of bringing their salary in line with other department heads. After a conversation that included comments from Mayor Tomlinson, Mayor Pro-Tem Pugh and Councilor Thomas regarding raising the salaries of department heads Nancy Boren and Howard Pendleton and Councilor Thomas saying; “Let’s do it. Do it. Hugley gave a comment that clears him from any wrongdoing. He specifically lets the council know that

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he was only there to talk about his nomination of Browder. His statement: “Well, I’m dealing with… and I hate to get into all this in here…talking about one thing (Browder)…. The street committee invites you to read the entire document for yourself.

A VIEW FROM A PEW

THURSDAY OCTOBER 27, 2016

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Our Local NAACP Branch Is In Desperate Need Of An Enema today. Former and current members say the NAACP does little to effectively advance the struggles of people of color.

Because of this attitude there exist a generation gap in the organization; those who were on the front lines of the historical struggle, and those born well after the movement reached its peak. It all translates into a grassroots leadership gap.

Over the years I have been reluctant to speak ill of our local branch of the NAACP, but after a general membership meeting I attended last week, there is just no way I can remain silent.

The NAACP is one of the oldest and most influential civil rights organizations in the country. Its mission, since its inception, is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination.

The organization has been instrumental in tackling critical issues impacting people of color where no other organization could: from lynching, school segregation, voter literacy tests, unfair housing practices and police brutality among others.

It is no secret that while the milestones of achievement attributed to the organization will always be a part of history the current status and the future of the organization continue to be questioned. The NAACP has its share of critics of which the majority are African Americans.

Columbus is no different.

Membership has plummeted as people question and challenge its relevance and effectiveness

The lack of younger leadership, despite a stronger social media presence has done little to address how the organization operates and what issues they take on in the name of advancing equality for Black folks.

You would think the local chapter should be at the forefront tackling these issues. Instead, as I witnessed at recent meetings, there is so much infighting over finances, leadership and overall nefarious backroom machinations it’s no wonder they have done nothing to get at the real issues concerning our community.

I realize to some African Americans for me to speak negatively about this organization is blasphemy. I also know by me doing so it gives many Caucasians in our community an opportunity to disregard the importance of the organization.

To both groups I say, “Don’t get it twisted”.

The NAACP is deservedly an icon nationally and at one time it was the same locally for its civil rights work. I’m addressing these concerns not to speed up its demise, but to get it off its hind parts.

Those without a voice in this community and in need of help, give less than a damn about the inner turmoil within the chapter. They just need help.

At the NAACP meetings I attended most of the volunteers were at least fifty or over.

There's nothing wrong with that.

Most in attendance that were in a leadership role have held their positions with the organization forever. There is something wrong with that. There is something to be said about staying to long at the party.

I know the first thing they will say is: “if we don’t do it who will?” They will say: “We can’t get young people to get involved with the organization”.

Well, if any young person attended the last meeting for the first time, they would have done just like I did.

After sitting in a meeting that began at 10am, where the secretary of the organization came in 10-15 minutes late. Where an argument ensued about a nebulous slate of officers that was clearly put forth in an effort to oust the current president.

Where the process was obviously tainted with some members of the nominating committee lobbying a complaint that they were not given the opportunity to vote on the slate.

Where it was brought to the attention that the by-laws were not and had not been followed in other instances and the entire discussion resembled the first presidential debate between Trump and Clinton.

When I looked up and realized it was 11:05 am and we were only on the second item on the agenda, I got up and left.

When they asked me not to go I told them I had plenty to write about and exited the building.

Nobody has time for that ‘Frackle Nackle Bull”. Why would anyone join an organization more intent on fighting

ridiculous accusations than important social issues?

So here’s my solution. I don’t care if you use that red colored hot water bottle “Big Mama” had hanging on the back of the bathroom door when we were kids, that blue bottle of Phillips’ Milk of Magnesium, Dulcolax, the vintage Haley’s M-O laxative or you prefer the Jamie Lee Curtis touted Activia, our Columbus NAACP is in definite need of an enema.

That’s right I said it. In my opinion, in order for the organization to grow and become effective again, everybody currently associated with the organization in any leadership capacity from the president down to the committee chairman have to go. Forget about a leadership slate, our NAACP needs a clean slate.

It’s time to tell the truth and shame the devil. If we are truly honest with each other, during the past twenty-six years that I have resided here, the last respectable president of our local chapter, who carried himself in a manner that demanded and commanded the respect of both the African American and white community, who was professional, articulate and knowledgeable when voicing our concerns, was the late Leonard Leavell.

I know some of you will be upset when you read this. To that I say join the club because I too am upset. I’m upset and embarrassed that since Leonard Leavell, we have not been able to attract a president that has possessed all of the attributes needed to demand and command the respect of our community. Until we have such an individual leading the local organization, it will continue to be viewed as an embarrassment to our community. It’s

timeout for electing presidents who just want to pad their resumes or wants to use the position as a stepping-stone to further their personal ambitions.

The mere fact that they have not been abiding by the bylaws anyway suggests that this is an opportune time for the African-American leadership in our community to step up to the plate and lead. It’s time for State Representatives, Carolyn Hugley, Calvin Smyre, Senator Ed Harbison and Congressman Sanford D. Bishop to contact the national NAACP office and recommend that they take control of the local branch to include selecting and appointing all local leadership positions. There is precedence for such an action. The local Urban League went through such a process.

To that end it would be in the best interest of the organization if each of the current leaders would resign. For any of them to refuse to relinquish there positions says that they care less about us, and more about them.

Once the organization has been “cleaned out”, if you will, then they need a transfusion. The branch should work toward attracting more volunteers, and members through a major PR campaign. Once the “new blood” has been infused in the organization then a strategic plan needs to be devloped to address the issues of the community.

The people being hurt the most are those who lack adequate representation.

There is no doubt the NAACP can be that voice, but not until we relieve the constipation.

Wane A. Hailes

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EDITORIAL/OPINION

sion of exclusive pay raises for specific directors released by the CCG to the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer in response to a Georgia Open Records Act request?

By Brother Love Special To The Courier

Regarding what may be characterized as the recent unlawful Columbus Consolidated Government pay raises to some 16 directors and executive managers, there are as always some unaddressed and unasked questions that should be brought up to get to the heart of the matter. Here are a few questions I ask Columbus Council provide detailed answers to in express interest of transparency and so that all taxpaying citizens of Columbus will be better informed: 1) The City Attorney has always made perfectly clear Executive Sessions are by law closed to the eyes and ears of the general public and the news media, and even the city councilors are not to divulge the details of matters discussed inside the meeting. Therefore, under what legal authority or current law were official minutes of the Executive Secession wherein there was discus-

Hillary’s E-Mails, Trump’s Secret Tapes And Social Security

By James Clingman (NNPA Newswire Columnist)

Since our political discussions are now X-rated, so much so that we must ask children to leave the room before we

2) Did the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer make a written request to the CCG for the release of the official minutes of the Executive Secession wherein details of pay raises for only the three (3) directors was suggested to the City Manager?

3) Did the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer contact the City Attorney's Office regarding the Georgia Open Records Act request for the official minutes from the Executive Secession?

4) Did the City Attorney or a Deputy City Attorney authorize the release of the Executive Secession minutes to the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer?

5) Was the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer charged any fees whatsoever by the City Attorney's Office for the information it requested and received?

6) Has the Columbus Ledger- Enquirer, any other local newspaper, news reporter, news agency or private citizen ever requested and been granted access to review or provided copies of the official minutes of any Columbus Council Executive Secession?

7) Has this City Attorney or any other City Attorney since consolidation ever by law approved the release of official

watch the news, the speeches, and the debates, it’s time to add another unmentionable to the X-rated list: Social Security. Silly me, that pales in comparison to what’s really important, doesn’t it?

Hillary’s emails, Bill and Donald’s dalliances and sexual conquests are obviously far more critical (and titillating) than a small issue like our disabled and elderly being able to live out their lives without having to worry about silly things like eating, breathing, and paying for life-saving medicines and treatments.

Yes, the cost of living is increasing every day, but cost of living allowances (COLA) for those on Social Security

minutes of an Executive Secession to the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer or to a private citizen?

8) If requests for access to or copies of other Executive Secessions have been denied in the past by the CCG, what law was cited at that time by the CCG supporting official denial of any such requests?

9) Would it not unquestionably be a direct conflict of interest for the City Attorney, or any Deputy City Attorney, to state a legal opinion or advise City Council in any way on a matter whereas he stands to financially benefit or has previously financially benefited?

10) Mayor Tomlinson announced at City Council that she has taken personal responsibility for her part in the unlawful pay raises. So, if Mayor Teresa Pike Tomlinson accepts personal responsibility along with the City Manager for unlawful pay raises that must now be recouped from each recipient, most of whom had no knowledge or involvement in the decision to raise any pay, why then did City Council punish the City Manager with a reduction in his discretionary spending budget and not sanction Mayor Tomlinson with a reduction in her discretionary spending budget for the exact same reason and offence, as undoubtedly the City Manager could not and would not have acted to the extent in which he did without the advice and consent of Mayor Teresa Tomlinson? are non-existent or ridiculously and embarrassingly low. The latest COLA “increases” for those most in need were cited in an article on CNN Money: “Checks for 66 million beneficiaries will rise between 0.2% to 0.5% in 2017.

That works out to between $2.61 and $6.53 a month more for the typical retiree, according to the American Institute for Economic Research, a nonpartisan think tank.”

Say what?!

The article continues, “The average retirement benefit check is currently $1,305.30, according to government figures. This is by far the smallest percentage increase of any year in which benefits did rise. But it’s better than

October 27, 2016 I look forward to straightforward answers to each of these questions, either collectively from City Council or from any individual councilor or councilors so inclined to provide such answers. I am sure you the Courier readers along with many other concerned citizens look forward to the questions being answered just as much as I do.

Perhaps we will hear something back before the next edition of the Courier.

Let's all hope for the best.

Please share what you read in this column with your family and friends. Thank you for reading this column. I truly appreciate you continuing to do so. I recognize that you would not waste your time reading the column if you did not think the information and opinions were of some value and importance. I want you to understand that I would not waste my time writing the column if I did not believe it was important enough for you to read what I say based on what I do know.

It is the whole truth that we don't know and the lie that others convince us to believe to be the truth that does us great harm as citizens. Think about that.

Think very carefully about it.

Always do your research and your homework.

Until next time, may God bless you and keep you one and all.

2016, when Social Security checks didn’t increase at all. There have only been three years without any increase at all since Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment was put in place in 1975 — 2010, 2011 and 2016.”

Someone said a nation is judged by how it treats the least among its citizens. There is also something that was said by a very special person once: “…what you did not do for the least of these, you did not do for me.”

(Matthew 25:45)

If this nation does not come to its senses and get its priorities properly aligned, it’s not going to matter in the least who is the next resident of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The ethical and moral slide we are on right now is reprehensible and See Tapes Page 19

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WELCOME TO THE 27th Annual Fountain City Classic

October 27, 2016

Dear Classic Fans:

The 2016 Fountain City Classic is more than just a football game. It is a gathering of proud graduates and supporters of two great historical black institutions. It’s a gathering of future leaders of America. It’s a gathering of fierce rivalries; yet it’s a gathering of friends.

As we gather today as graduates and supporters of Fort Valley State University and Albany State University, we must never forget from which we’ve come. Were it not for black historical institutions, most of us would not be where we are today in our fields of endeavor. In supporting the “Mighty” 27th Annual Fountain City Classic, you are saying “thanks” to both institutions by giving something back. We appreciate your much needed support, for without you, the classic would not be possible.

I have had the rewarding and exciting task of serving as Chairman of the Fountain City Classic, Inc. for 27 years.

For the past seven months, a small cadre of volunteers has worked untiringly to make this week a success. I owe a great deal of gratitude to the Presidents of Fort Valley State University and Albany State University, our corporate sponsors, FCC fans and supporters, and last but not least, the many volunteers for making this event a great success. Without any one segment of support and hard work, we could not have made it.

The Classic, I feel, has grown rapidly into one of the most exciting events in the State of Georgia; we are thankful to God for that. Thanks again for joining us. We hope you enjoy the game and the gathering.

Calvin Smyre Sincerely,

Classic Weekend Kick-Off

FCC, Inc. Chairman

Thursday November 3, 2016 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M

9th Annual Cuff-Links and Pearls Networking Mixer is a community sponsored event with a goal to bridge the gap between the leaders of today and tomorrow. This event, encouraging networking, building professional, political and entrepreneurial relationships was initiated by the Fountain City Classic Committee and its Chairman, The Honorable Calvin Smyre.

Thursday November 3, 2016 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M

27th Annual University Recruitment Fair

ASU & FVSU officials will meet with prospective students.

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COVER STORY

October 27, 2016

Georgia Visitor Information Center Opens Under New Management

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

For the past fifteen years her infectious smile greeted visitors to the Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau as the Vice President of Visitors Center Operations.

Whether you were new to the city, visiting for the weekend or calling to inquire about what our community has to offer. Whether you are a city councilman with unexpected guest in town for the weekend needing last minute lodging accommodations or a tour of the city. Whether you were planning a family reunion or wedding & reception and need to know the who, what, when and where, to get started, Lativia Rivers delivered.

Over the years Rivers received many accolades for her efforts. So much so that the Georgia Department of Economic Development took notice and hired Lativia along with her infectious smile, bubbling and outgoing personality, as the manager of the Columbus Visitor Information Center located on I-185 & Exit 12, 1751 Williams Road.

Recently renovated, the center opened on October 7, 2016 and hosted a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Georgia On My Mindâ&#x20AC;? day this past weekend. It was a day of live entertainment, food, giveaways and various promotion. There were also educational exhibits, animal visits and cultural displays.

There are 12 state Visitor Information Center located throughout Georgia. Nine of the centers are located on Interstate highways as you enter Georgia. One center is in Sylvania on US Highway 301, one is in Plains on US Highway 280, and one is in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The centers are open 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM daily for information services. Restrooms are open daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The centers are closed for the following holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. For more information, please contact us at columbus@georgia.org.

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Doleman Receives Service Award

professor in the Tuskegee University physical therapy program.

As an active member of PTAG he served on the nominating committee and Chairman of PTAGs by Laws committee.

Mr. Doleman was appointed by then Gov. George Bisbee as the first African American to serve on the Georgia State board of Physical Therapy and served the board as president for three years.

By Staff The Courier

Dan Doleman, Jr. received a service award from the American Physical Therapy Association presented by the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia (PTAG) for over 40 years of service to the profession at the joint Georgia /Tennessee Insight Fall Conference, September 30,-October 2, 2016 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Mr. Doleman is a 1970 graduate of the University Of Buffalo School Of Physical Therapy, Buffalo, New York and has served the association on the state and national level.

He served on the initial Mentoring program for the African American students enrolled in the Georgia State physical therapy program, and was an adjunct

As a clinician with great concern for the future of the clinical practice of physical therapy, he was instrumental in collaborating with Rep. Calvin Smyre to sponsor and pass legislation in the Georgia General Assembly that allowed physical therapists to “Evaluate without Referral”, a clinical milestone for the profession. He served nationally on the American Physical Association committee on Licensure Exam.

P r e s e n t l y, M r. D o l e m a n i s President/CEO of Rivertown Rehab, Inc. and his company provides physical therapy services to the youth of Harris County, Georgia.

Mr. Doleman commented at at awards dinner, “I love what I do and it really doesn’t seem like it’s been over 40 years”.

EXTRAO RDINAR Y IN TENTI ONS

By Jonathan “Bam” Rivers

FOCUS

ON

SELF

In order to truly serve others and become a leader in this world, you must continuously focus on yourself.

It may sound counterintuitive to speak about service and focusing on self in the same sentence; however it isn't what it seems.

First, you must focus on selfsacrifice. The ability to put the well-being and progression of others ahead of selfish ambition is difficult, but it's necessary to create a foundation of stability and trust. As we deny ourselves, we start to develop a character that is unparalleled.

Self control is a necessity if we want to move from where we are to where God has called us to be. We must allow our emotions to be the best part of us, not allow our emotions to get the best of us. One benefit of self control is being able to decipher a sit-

October 27, 2016

uation more clearly, thus minimizing the likelihood of taking false steps in life.

John Maxwell once said you must be able to say no to the good, so you can say yes to the great! Are you able to discipline yourself and reject the activities, people and situations that are not life giving? As hard as it may be to say no, it is imperative to fight for your right to be great! Discipline is a cornerstone of success, progression and personal growth.

Some people have the propensity to listen to the opinions of others, thus living a life with worldly labels. If you don't possess the courage to have love for yourself, you will not be successful. It is the belief inside of you that will overcome any hurdle break down any barrier. You are destined for greatness and you are destined to live a purpose driven life! I firmly believe that.....do you?

A graduate of Shaw High School and Auburn University Jonathan Rivers is a motivational speaker and TV host. Rivers can be reached at 706.593.7800 and TEAM B.A.M. at www.jonathanbamrivers.com

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Your Vote Counts...What You Need To Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I register to vote?

Mail-in registration applications are available at any library or on-line at www.columbusga.org/elections/. Also, at the Citizens Service Center, 3111 Citizens Way (behind the main library on Macon Road), customers that walk-in to register are immediately processed.

How do I know if I am registered to vote?

You can access the Secretary of State’s Election website at www.sos.georgia.gov/elections/, and click on MyVoter Page. You may also call the Elections Office at 706-653-4392.

Can a felon vote?

Yes, once all aspects of your felony sentence is completed to include probation, restitution, or fines.

What kind of identification do I need to have to vote?

Present one of the approved forms of identification: GA drivers license, valid GA ID card, valid U.S. passport, valid employee ID card containing a photograph issued by any branch, department, agency, or entity of the United States government, this state, or any county, municipality, board, authority, or other entity of this state; valid U.S. military ID card with a photograph; valid tribal ID card containing a photograph.

Do I have to vote at my assigned precinct?

On Election Day, you do have to vote at your assigned precinct. During early and advance voting, you may vote at any of the available sites.

How can I receive an absentee ballot?

Absentee ballot applications are available for a mail-out ballot by calling the Elections office 706-653-4392 or printing an application from elections web site at www.columbusga.org/elections/ or www.sos.georgia.gov/elections/.

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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. This week we meet Shannon Buckner and Charlene Buckner McCoy children of well-known entrepreneur and respected businessman Ronzelle Buckner.

Ronzelle Buckner has always been an entrepreneur, a perfect example of “find your passion and you’ll find your paycheck. He started in high school cutting hair for his friends in his neighborhood and turned that into a job. Since those days he has owned a beauty and barber supply store, a barbershop and even a nightclub. Today you can find him as the owner of Skippers Seafood and Deli located at 3505 Buena Vista Road in Columbus, Georgia a site that once served as his barbershop.

Buckner has always stressed the importance of entrepreneurship. In the early 90’s he convinced the owners of the old Columbus Square Mall that was located on Macon Road to give him a retail space. They agreed and he provided a store called “The Enterprise Zone” where young people earned money by producing and selling T-Shirts. His current organization, “Turnaround Columbus”, gives youth the opportunities and tools to succeed in life through entrepreneurship.

His son and daughter, who both spent time working in the corporate sector, now have joined the the family business of entrepreneurship. Here is our conversation with them.

Shannon Buckner Owner of Creators Salon & Charlene McCoy Owner of Yvette’s Hair Care Salon Courier: How did you get involved in the family business of hair care?

Shannon: I was born into the family business and that's where I worked when I was growing up. It was understood at a early age that as a member of the family you were expected to help in the business. I performed any task that was needed to assist the family business. My father, Ronzell Buckner always requires 100% from you when you work in his businesses.

Charlene:Being with my parents a lot in the business as I grew up it became a part of who I am having to involved.

Courier: Have you ever had a job where you worked for someone else?

Charlene: Never any pressure but I do think they hoped that I would take part.

Shannon: I remember the day I told my father that I was leaving family business full time to work fulltime at WLTZ. I was in search of my own identity and wanted to try a different career path.

While I was growing up people would always ask me "are Ronzell's boy"... I'd say yes. I wanted the opportunity to build my own personal identity as Shannon Buckner.

Courier: Are you involved in any committees, boards and organizations in the community? If so what are they and why have you chosen those particular ones to be involved with?

Shannon: The Boyz Barbershop and Salon participates in Shave to Save sponsored by KAPPA SIGMA fraternity every October for breast cancer awareness and finding a cure. I am also a member of Barbers United. This is an

organization made up local barbers striving to increase community service participation of among barbers in the area.

Creators Hair Salon is working with Wesley Heights Elementary School to assist students with grooming, self esteem, and becoming a better person in their community.

Charlene: Yes, Ironically while in Atlanta, Ga in cosmetology school I worked in a seafood restaurant and also in a beauty supply.

Courier: Growing up was entrepreneurship stressed in your home?

Charlene: No, it wasn’t stressed just suggested.

Shannon: In my house growing up entrepreneurship was always stressed.

As I got older and wiser I realized that my father was on to something. So after seven years of working at the television station, I decided to go to cosmetology school thus leading to getting my license. And over ten years ago I opened my first business, The Boyz Barbershop and Salon and one year ago opened up my second business Creators Hair Salon.

Courier: What have been the pros and cons of working for yourself?

Shannon: As a business owner you are more in control of you level of success or failure. It requires you to be a good leader if you want you business to be successful. You must be a motivator and a teacher. I don't like the term self employed because I feel like all your clients are your supervisors. You set the rates, but you must provide the quality service and prod

Page 13 ucts that will make clients want to return for more services and trust you withtheir hair care needs. Tips you receive from clients are like a bonuses on your check. If you are properly applying yourself, the sky the limit for your business. But don't get me wrong, it's not easy to run a business. It's easy to open a business but staying open is another thing. As for my children I'm passing on the same knowledge and structure my parents gave to me to them.

Charlene: Pros: Being my own boss having my own platform to talk to and reach out to people , flexible schedule and hopefully showing the younger generation their possibilities and opportunities.

Cons: No paid sick days, No paid vacations. Having to be there when on one else is your mind never rest there is always something to think about

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with your own business.

Courier: How has the hair care business changed over the years?

Charlene: Over the years I’ve seen professionalism decline. When I first started it was all about healthy hair, now it isn’t for most. We use to value our services and that has been lost.

As with a lot of things we need to go back to hair care. Educating our clients’ on their hair.

Shannon:The hair care industry is always evolving. Many hair trends come and go and many are recycled. But there are just as many original creators in the hair care industry. It is a industry that has loss it's professionalism because there are many people performing cosmetology services are not licensed. They see it as a hustle and are not interested in what it really means to be in the hair care industry. There are a lot of at home "kitchen stylist"

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were responsible for both a predominately black and predominately white YMCA, racism every now and then would rear its ugly head.

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

While viewing my facebook page yesterday I ran across a headline that brought me to tears; YMCA Director David Steele Dies”

As I read the sentiments of Mario Davis, chairman of the YMCA board, “It is a great loss to the YMCA and to the community.” and Scott Ferguson, president and chief executive officer of the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley. “David was passionate about what he did, we had a longtime friendship and partnership. It is a great loss.”

I couldn’t help reminisce about my relationship with David.

We first met in 1986 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. I was the Executive Director of the L. A. Lee and the Downtown YMCA’s. With my background as a certified physical fitness specialist I hosted a statewide workshop that provided certification for YMCA program directors.

As the regional YMCA Director responsible for physical fitness certifications, David, located in Sarasota, Florida at the time, came down to assist me. We hit it off as soon as we met. We were both PK’s (preacher kids) coming from homes where our fathers were Baptist ministers. It was interesting, as we shared our life’s stories how, although we grew in different parts of the country and were different races, how similar our lives were, the ups, the downs, the struggles and the successes.

As an African American employed with the YMCA at a time when there were relatively few of us serving as Directors and only five of us in the country who

During the workshop there was one Caucasian female attendee who continuously challenged my qualifications and the information I was providing.

After the fifth time of assuring this woman I knew what I was doing, David, realizing I was getting ready to “go off” on “Becky with the good hair”, stepped in telling the young lady; “It’s obvious you are having a problem with Mr. Hailes because of his color. I say this because everything he is teaching is correct. We will be more than happy to give you a full refund if you would like and you will be free to go. If you continue to interrupt this class we are going to ask you to leave.” We lost touch with each other after that weekend but I will always respect him for intervening and his support on that day.

As the years passed I took a position as the director of a YMCA in Charlotte, North Carolina eventually moving here in 1990 as the Director of the A.J. McClung YMCA, which, at the time was an independent branch and not associated with the other YMCA’s here.

As coincidence would have it David took over as the Director of the YMCA of Metropolitan Columbus in 1992.

When I met him at his office, shortly after his arrival, we picked up right where we left off. He was the same genuine individual I met six years ago in Florida.

Like him, prior to coming to Columbus, I had never lived anywhere longer than 8 years. That was twenty-four years ago. We would see each other periodically over the years with the last time, if my memory serves me correct, about a year ago at a Publix grocery store. I remember the two of us standing in the aisle laughing about the incident with the Fitness workshop. We left with a handshake promising to get together soon.

I will remember David as a true YMCA guy, one who practiced putting his Christian principles to work everyday.

I, like many, will miss him.

October 27, 2016

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Lois N. Williams, President

The Association of Sickle Cell, Lower Chattahoochee Region, Inc.

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Many thanks to our vendors: Lab Corp Unit for providing sickle cell testing, WellCare, Right from the Start Medicaid (RSM) Outreach and other vendors who provided food and refreshment items.

Their presence and donations added excellent variety to our program presentation and services.

Thank You, Chattahoochee Valley, for your participation in the Annual Sickle Cell Walk/Parade on September 17, 2016 and for your support throughout our Fall Campaign season! We had more than 500 walkers and volunteers this year and participants in the “Adopt a Blood Donor Center” blood drive at the American Red Cross Donor Center.

September is National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month!

Many organizations and individuals contributed to the campaign, which focused on Awareness and Fundraising.

We raised over $8,000.00 for sickle cell clients in this area.

We really appreciate and thank : Fourth Street Baptist Church congregation and Reverend J.H. Flakes, III, Fourth Street Baptist Church Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, School Board memb e r, P a t H u g l e y G r e e n , Congressman Sanford Bishop’s Field Representative, Elaine Gillispie, Sheriff John Darr and Officers of the Sheriff ’s Department, NAACP National B o a r d M e m b e r, E d w a r d DuBose, Columbus Police Department, Kendrick High School Cheerleaders, students and Principal, Dr. Alonzo James, G.W. Carver High School students, the Masons and Eastern Star organizations and all volunteers who made this event possible.

We extend an exceptional thank you to our corporate sponsors, whose assistance was invaluable: Aflac, The Coca Cola Company, The Courier Eco

Thank you, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson and the City Council for proclaiming September as Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month in our city and to all local media outlets for excellent coverage of the Walk/Parade event.

The Association of Sickle Cell, LCR provides assistance in education, physical, emotional and financial health for sickle cell families. For more information, call (706) 566-6329.

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Keith, who is a second year piano student, has excelled beyond his level surpassing students with extended years. His favorite sport is basketball in which he plays for Porter Sports. Keith is an intelligent compassionate young man who his disciplined and likes to work hard mowing lawns and cleaning the family business to earn money and save.

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Jaliyah Fryerson (8), is the daughter of Damien Cunningham, she is a second grader at Dothan Elementary School. Known by her teachers as model student Jaliyah exceeds all expectations maintaining outstanding grades throughout the year.

Being the only sister in a house full of boys she is on her why to becoming quite the athlete giving the kids in the neighborhood a run for the money in all activities played. She has taught herself tumbling moves such as backflips and hand springs from watching gymnast like Gabrielle Douglas and Simone Biles.

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Moreover, we are standing by while our elders are dying for lack of essentials, having to make choices between food and rent, oxygen and heat or cooling and life-saving medicine.

The EpiPen controversy, where the cost skyrocketed over 400 percent to an outrageous $608.00 for two Epinephrine pens that, according to industry experts cost no more than $30.00 (some say $20.00) to make and only $2.00 for the medicine inside the needles, is a

prime example of the true cost of living for those with medical issues. I am told that a drug for debilitating Rheumatoid Arthritis cost as much as $2,000 per month for two injections.

This is shameful, and it speaks to our condition in this country, our greed, and our willingness to get as much profit as we can without regard for who it hurts. In the United States, it’s often money first and people second, maybe even third or fourth.

We should be outraged and appalled at this situation as we watch our par-

ents and grandparents struggle to pay the ridiculous costs to maintain their lives. The cost of living for them is beyond their reach, and many are dying because of it. So what will we do about it? Will we continue to be entertained, mesmerized, and embarrassed by the politicians and their operatives who are too busy trying to find more dirt on one another, or will we turn our attention to the much more important problem of our disabled and elderly and the day-to-day problems they face. Our politics should go from X-rated to Rxrated.

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I believe we can do much better by the least among us. Do you? If so, get involved and make their cost of living decrease and their Cost of Living Allowances (COLA) increase.

Jim Clingman is the nation’s most prolific writer on economic empowerment for Black people. His latest book, “Black Dollars Matter! Teach Your Dollars How to Make More Sense,” is available on his website, Blackonomics.com.

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Jueves 27 de Octubre 2016

Enrique Camacho Encuentra "El Paraíso Por El Río

By Wane A. Hailes Eco Latino

Enrique Camacho, originally from Puerto Rico, grew up as an army brat living in Germany and various cities in the United States. He has lived in Columbus since 1998.

In 2014 he decided, after researching the food industry, to go into business for himself and purchased a food truck.

Today he owns “Paradise By The River” and runs it with his wife “Liz” and his good friend Chris Suarez.

You can find Enrique, “Liz” and Chris along with “Paradise By The River” during lunch and dinner times located at 1671 South Lumpkin Road in Columbus, Georgia. You can also find him at various events around the Chattahoochee Valley.

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Departamento De Salud De Columbus

Dirección postal y la Clínica Localización 2100 Comer Ave. Columbus, GA 31904 Teléfono: 706-321-6300 Fax: 706-3216126 emergencia después de horas 1-866-752-3442 Teléfono: 7 06-321-6300 Horario de atención: 08 a.m.-5:00 pm de lunes a viernes Horario de la clínica: Clínica de Salud del Adulto - 706321-6240 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrada 24:30-13:30 Último paciente aceptó a las 4:30 pm Salud Infantil - 706-321-6200 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Último paciente aceptó a las 4:00 pm Los niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales 706-321-6300 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Los niños primero Los bebés no pueden esperar First Care La detección temprana auditiva y la intervención (EHDI) Servicios Médicos para Niños Lanzamiento del proyecto de Georgia Salud Dental - 706-321-6190 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrada 24:00-13:00 Llame para una cita.

Distrito de Servicios Clínicos 706-321-6411 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrada 24:00-13:00 Llame para una cita.

Gestión perinatal Caso (PCM) 706-321-6207 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrada 24:00-13:00 Último paciente aceptó a las 4:30 pm Adolescente Health Clinic 706-321-6109 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrada 24:00-13:00 Último paciente aceptó a las 4:00 pm Registros Vitales - 706-321-6130 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 4:30 pm Mujeres, Bebés y Niños - WIC 706-321-6280 De lunes a viernes- las 8:00 am a 6:00 pm Bono Pick-up: 5 primeros días de cada mes-08 a.m. a 6:00 pm Horario sábado para nuevos y existentes solicitantes-Una vez al mes, de 8:00 am a 1:00 pm

2016 Fechas: 16 Jan, 20 Feb, 19 Mar, 16 Apr, 21 May, 18 Jun, 16 Jul, 20 Aug, 17 Sep, 22 Oct, 19 Nov, 17 Dec Cita Línea Directa: 800-789-5502 WIC en Fort Benning 706-682-8455 Situado en la Plaza de Soldados, Building 2613 - 2613 Linskey Calle - Fort Benning, GA 31905 Lunes a viernes 8:00 am a 4:30 pm Salud de la Mujer 706-321-6225 Abiertas de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrada 24:00-13:00 Último paciente aceptó a las 4:30 pm

ENGLISH Mailing Address and Clinic Location 2100 Comer Ave. Columbus, GA 31904 Phone: 706-321-6300 Fax: 706-3216126 Emergency After Hours 1-866-7523442 Phone: 706-321-6300 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday though Friday Clinic Hours: Adult Health Clinic – 706-321-6240 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Last patient accepted at 4:30 p.m.

Child Health – 706-321-6200 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Last patient accepted at 4:00 p.m.

Children and Youth with Special Needs – 706-321-6300 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Children First Babies Can’t Wait First Care Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Children’s Medical Services Project Launch Georgia Dental Health – 706-321-6190 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Call for appointment.

District Clinical Services – 706321-6411 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Call for appointment.

Perinatal Case Management (PCM) 706-321-6207 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Last patient accepted at 4:30 p.m.

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Teen Health Clinic – 706-321-6109 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Last patient accepted at 4:00 p.m.

Vital Records – 706-321-6130 Open 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Women, Infants and Children – W.I.C. – 706-321-6280 Monday-Friday- 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Voucher Pick-up: First 5 days of each month- 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday Schedule for new and existing applicants-Once a month from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 2016 Dates: Jan 16, Feb 20, Mar 19, Apr 16,

May 21, Jun 18, Aug 20, Sep 17, Oct 22, Nov 19, Dec 17 Appointment Hotline: 800-789-5502 WIC at Fort Benning – 706-6828455 Located in Soldiers’ Plaza, Building 2613 – 2613 Linskey Street – Fort Benning, GA 31905 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Women’s Health -706-321-6225 Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Last patient accepted at 4:30 p.m.

BELLEZA From Pagina 2 Desarrollar la confianza es importante para las mujeres del milenio conforme pasan de sus años 20 a sus 30. Entre ellas está la esperanza de que seguirán desarrollándose más fuertes y sanas.

Para las mujeres del baby boom, mantenerse activas y sentirse jóvenes es importante para ellas conforme envejecen. La personalidad, sin embargo, es atemporal. Las mujeres de todas

las edades y orígenes étnicos consideran que su visión de la vida es una parte enorme de lo que las hace sentirse bellas, concluyeron los investigadores.

Fiesta From Pagina 2 tar de madera. Rocíe con aceite de oliva.

aceitunas en pequeñas brochetas de bambú; sirva en una charola junto con triángulos del pan de pita y hummus.

Consejo experto: Corte el pan de pita en triángulos, píntelos con aceite de oliva y caliente en el horno a 350F durante 5-6 minutos.

Mezcla mediterránea Coloque hummus comprado en la tienda en un tazón de colores. Rocíe con aceite de oliva y cubra con aceitunas kalamata rebanadas Pearls. En un plato más grande, rodee el tazón con cantidades iguales de triángulos de pan de pita, palitos de zanahoria y apio, y tiras de pimiento morrón. Sírvalo con un tazón de aceitunas kalamata y queso feta en cubitos.

Brochetas de queso y aceitunas Alterne cubos de queso mozzarella o provolone y cualquier variedad de

Desde nuevos hábitos de cuidado de la piel hasta nuevas perspectivas, las mujeres contemplan la belleza de modo diferente en estos tiempos y están dando distintos pasos para conseguirla.

Nachos de aceitunas Llene una sartén de hierro colado con totopos, ralle generosamente queso cheddar encima y deslícela bajo el gratinador hasta que el queso burbujee. Ponga salsa encima con una cuchara, espolvoree con aceitunas negras maduras rebanadas Pearls California y sírvalo sobre una tabla resistente al calor.

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Cómo Están Cambiando Los Conceptos De Belleza De Las Mujeres la forma en que ven la belleza hacia una visión más holística, progresiva y optimista. Una mayoría de las mujeres ve la belleza de una manera distinta que hace 10 años. Creen que la belleza es acerca del progreso –no de la perfección– y se sienten optimistas de seguir siendo bellas mientras envejecen.

(StatePoint) La era moderna ha ampliado el ámbito de lo que los estadounidenses consideran bello, y al mismo tiempo ha lanzado las redes sociales, un recordatorio omnipresente de nuestro aspecto.

París recientemente encargó un estudio a Ipsos interactuando con mujeres sobre este tema y compartió algunos de sus principales descubrimientos sobre esta evolución de la belleza.

En un esfuerzo por comprender mejor este cambio, L’Oréal

Valores cambiantes Las mujeres están cambiando

La mayoría de las encuestadas admite que, aunque solía considerarse que las mujeres en sus 40, 50 y 60 “se veían viejas”, las mujeres de la misma edad hoy en día están “en su mejor momento”. Más aún, los estándares de belleza han cambiado y se han ampliado conforme nos hemos convertido en una comunidad mundial culturalmente más diversa.

El cuidado de la piel todavía “vale la pena” Aunque muchos factores desempeñan un papel en la belleza, el cuidado y el aspecto de la piel determinan qué tan hermosa se siente una m u j e r, s e g ú n q u i e n e s respondieron a la encuesta,

especialmente en la era de las redes sociales. Las rutinas de belleza pueden requerir mucho tiempo, pero las mujeres creen firmemente que el elemento del cuidado de la piel “vale la pena”.

“Estamos viendo un cambio significativo en las rutinas de las mujeres del milenio. Cuatro de cada cinco productos de cuidado de la piel son limpiadores.

Esto es drásticamente diferente de lo que veíamos en el pasado”, dice la Dra. Rocío Rivera, directora de comunicaciones científicas de L’Oréal París.

Entre los principales regímenes que las mujeres están incorporando al cuidado de su piel está el uso de mascarillas faciales en el hogar que limpian y embellecen la piel absorbiendo la grasa y las impurezas.

Con frecuencia me preguntan ‘¿qué pequeñas cosas pueden hacerse para marcar una diferencia en el hogar?’ Sin duda alguna, una mascarilla es generalmente la respuesta”, dice Vanessa Hernández, esteticista

de celebridades. “Encontrar una adaptada para su tipo de piel es muy importante Y, a partir de allí, es como hacerse un minifacial en la comodidad de su propio hogar.”

Para encontrar una adaptada para usted, primero determine su tipo de piel. Las Mascarillas de arcillas puras de L’Oréal, por ejemplo, están hechas de minerales de arcillas que se obtienen por todo el mundo y se ofrecen en tres variedades para necesidades específicas de la piel: ya sea que desee reducir el exceso de brillo, disminuir la piel deslucida y uniformar el tono de la piel, o exfoliar y cerrar los poros.

Belleza interna La forma en que se sienten las mujeres por dentro dicta qué tan bellas se sienten en general. Al describir lo que las hace hermosas, las mujeres encuestadas describieron varios rasgos emocionales... y estas cualidades varían según la generación.

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Los 10 Principales Ingredientes Que Hay Que Tener A Mano Para Atender Visitas Durante Las Fiestas De Manera Fácil E Informal

(StatePoint) ¿La abuela está en la ciudad? ¿Tiene visitas inesperadas? ¡No hay problema! Con un poco de planificación y los ingredientes correctos, atender a visitas

durante las fiestas es sencillísimo.

Provéase de estos elementos esenciales para el refrigerador, el congelador y la alacena un

par de semanas antes de las prisas navideñas y estará listo... sin importar quién llame a su puerta.

• Nueces enteras: nueces de castilla, pacanas, almendras, anacardos o pistaches.

• aceitunas: enteras y en rebanadas, negras maduras, verdes, kalamata y variedades rellenas en latas y frascos.

• Queso: feta, mozzarella, cheddar y provolone añejo (los quesos envueltos apretadamente o empaquetados al vacío pueden durar varias semanas en el refrigerador).

• Totopos.

• Salsa en frascos: suave o media para complacer a la mayoría de los paladares.

• Pitas enteras o tostadas de pita: el pan de pita se puede congelar.

• Hummus: elija un paquete sellado y refrigerado.

• Zanahorias, apio y pimientos morrones: los vegetales enteros se conservan más que los ya cortados y estos tres son fáciles de encontrar en el pasillo de las verduras.

• Pizza de queso congelada: elija su marca favorita.

• Aceite de oliva: un elemento esencial en la cocina. ¡Estos 10 ingredientes básicos son los elementos necesarios para cinco deliciosos recubrimientos ideales para fiestas que se pueden preparar en 15 minutos o menos! Veamos cómo: Charola rápida de queso y aceitunas Corte en cubitos el queso cheddar, el provolone añejo y el

mozzarella. Haga en un plato filas de colores alternados con el queso blanco en cubos junto a una fila de aceitunas verdes rellenas de ajo Pearls Specialties, luego una fila de queso más oscuro y una fila de aceitunas kalamata de color morado profundo. Preséntelo con palillos y servilletas para un sencillo autoservicio.

Aperitivos de pizza ¡Una sencilla pizza de queso es un lienzo para crear arte de aperitivos! Añada pimiento morrón fresco finamente rebanado, mozzarella rallado y una generosa capa de aceitunas negras maduras rebanadas.

Hornee y luego córtela en pequeñas rebanadas o cuadritos y sírvala en tablas de cor

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Los 10 principales ingredientes que hay que tener a mano para atender visitas durante las fiestas de manera fácil e informal

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