The Courier Eco Latino Newspaper Nov.10

The Vol. 11 Edition 42 Free Thursday November 10, 2016

Letter To City Council

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S ERVING C OLUMBUS , F T. B ENNING , P HENIX C ITY & S URROUNDING A REAS

Rosa Parks Refused To Give Up Her Seat On A Bus Not Knowing That One Day Rosa Evans Would Run Columbus Metra Transit

Give The People The Right Page 4 To Vote 2016 Election Results

By The Numbers National, State And Local Page 7 Making Your Passion Your Paycheck Series...

Meet Ramona Terry, LMT

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Greg Davis, Sr. Honored

Davis Inducted Into Arkansas Black Hall Of Fame Page 11

Rosa Evans Director of METRA Transit PAGE 5

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THURSDAY November 10, 2016

Response To A View From A Pew "Our Local NAACP Is In Desperate Need Of An Enema” According to the street committee there numerous individuals who responded to the Courier president/publishers recent “View From a Pew” commentary, "Our Local NAACP Is In Desperate Need Of An Enema". One of those individuals was Betty A. Campbell Shaw. Here is her response: “While every word spoken here is on point, attendance at one meeting is only a bird's eye view into what has been a painful struggle under a dictatorial local leader that has been rubber stamped by the State leader. Repeated verbal and written cries out to the State and National offices have been met with deaf ears. Undoubtedly there is a

The Street Committee

serious problem with Fiduciary responsibility and accountability of the current local administration since day one. I encourage you to talk one-on-one with the" elected"officers and elected at-large members to get a more accurate "state of the NAACP Columbus Georgia Branch." i would also like to add, the community at large must share some responsibility because while there has been financial support of the Freedom Fund Banquets, there has been a detrimental lack of volunteers when it comes to getting the work done. It takes members from all generations to get the work done, and we must respect the gifts and talents of each individual equally. No one is more important than the other on a team. So please do not cast out those who are 50 years of

age and over. We must work together as a village not as warring outsiders.

I am available for private discussion.”

Positively Phenix City According to the street committee the Phenix city Council reappointed City Manager Wallace Hunter by a 3-2 vote.

Speaking on his reappointment Mayor Eddie Lowe noted that Hunter is one of the main reasons Phenix City is moving forward. He cited his body of work, the financial situation that they are in, the fact city is in the best shape in its history. He also spoke of the reserves the city has and the fact that the city’s debt has been reduced. The street committee hopes that with this behind them thay can remain “Positively Phenix City.

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A VIEW FROM A PEW

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2016

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Read The Numbers, Trust The Numbers, The Numbers Don’t Lie White Female: White Male: Total:

23,499 19,052 42,551

Asian Female: Asian Male: Total: 1,374

795 579

Hisp. Female: Hisp. Male: Total:

1,258 1,011 2,269

Am. Indian Female: 56 Am. Indian Male: 44 Total: 100

The official numbers are not in but the preliminary numbers say we once again surpassed the number of Caucasians casting their ballot in Muscogee County.

Can you imagine what would happen if we were to turn those 49,868 registered voters into 49,868 actual votes? Can you imagine the ability we have to elect the candidate of our choice in every citywide election with candidates that look like us and have our best interest at heart? Can you imagine if we could come together and begin planning, strategizing and developing our young future leaders?

Now that the presidential election is over I believe more than ever, the age-old adage, that “all politics is local”. We are living in a time when we as African Americans in Columbus, Georgia have the opportunity to effect a positive change in our community by how we come together politically. As I have said often, “We don’t have to

depend on the race card, if we use our voter registration card.”

Since the year 2009 AfricanAmericans have been the majority demographic in Muscogee County. Today, in 2016, there are 98,885AfricanAmericans living in Columbus, Georgia as opposed to 94,874 Caucasians.

Here are some numbers that should make even the most apathetic African American run and get registered. As of October 11, 2016 here are the number of registered voters in Muscogee County by racial demographics: Black Female: 29,850 Black Male: 20,018 Total: 49,868

The numbers are in our favor.

We have heard for years that our vote counts. Well in Muscogee County the numbers prove it. There is no excuse for not being fairly represented politically in our community. It is time that we, as a community come together and elect those individuals who will not be afraid to make decisions with us in mind. We no longer have to be accused of using the race card. In Muscogee County, once again, our card of choice is our voter registration card.

We no longer have a reason to sit on the sidelines while others make decisions for us, about us, without us. It is long

past time for us to suit up and get in the game. In the future we are in a position to challenge every At-Large political seat in Muscogee County. To not do so would be a disservice to not only those of us here today but for those who will come after us.

Our numbers sends a message loud and clear that we are a demographic to be recognized and respected and it is time to be treated as such. I’m not talking about voting for a candidate just because he is Black.

We need to support the right candidate regardless of their color. We should, however, expect that candidate to do more than only show up at our churches on a Sunday morning during the campaign asking for our vote.

We must understand that although we may not have the economic clout in this community, if we show up at the polls like we do for the Tuskegee / Morehouse and Fountain City Classics and stand together, there will be know mistaking the political clout we wield.

It’s time to realize the game has changed. We are no longer junior varsity; we are the Varsity team, “first string”. We are in a position to challenge every prime political seat in Muscogee County.

It is obvious, given the numbers, the efforts to register African Americans has been successful. Now we must make sure those same individuals actually goes to the polls.

Read the numbers. Digest the numbers. Trust the numbers.

The numbers do not lie.

We are the difference.

Wane A. Hailes

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EXTRAORDINARY INTENTIONS

By Jonathan “Bam” Rivers

A Sense of Entitlement

1st Team All Bi-City, 1st Team All Area, All-State Honorable Mention; these were the accolades I earned as a senior football player. As a result, I was convinced any college team would be crazy not to want me. I received letters from Auburn, Clemson, GA Southern and many others while mulling over my college decisions.

Ultimately, I decided to walk on at Auburn and create a name for myself. When the time came to work and do just that, I chose to complain about the lack of reps I was receiving and gripe that I wasn't being given a fair shake. After leaving the team with the desire to

DEAR JOHN JANEE’

HI JANEE’ I’ll keep it short and sweet, Online Dating yes or no? I’m considering it because there seems to be no chance of me meeting anyone the regular way(whatever that is), especially here in this city. When I moved here everyone said “it’s a military town you’re sure to find a man”, that was 3 years ago and I’m still single. What should I do?

Sherry

EMPOWER - INSPIRE - INFORM

transfer for a better opportunity, I realized I was the one not giving myself the opportunity.

A blank piece of paper illustrates what we are entitled to in life, NOTHING! There will never come a time when you can accomplish your dreams or goals without giving max effort and going all in. It is imperative to develop yourself daily because what was accomplished yesterday, may not be sufficient for what is needed today. A sense of entitlement will create a mindset and attitude of contentment and laziness, which will ultimately lead to your personal or professional downfall.

Bear Bryant, former coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team once said, "It's not the will to win that separates the great ones, it's the will to prepare to win." Are you prepared to be better than you were the day before? Are you prepared to live a purpose driven life and shake the mentality of being given your dreams, rather than taking them? If you are prepared to be great, then greatness is prepared for 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

HEY SHERRY I have to laugh at, “it’s a military town you’re sure to find a man”, because that’s the same thing that was said to me when I moved here a year ago….Lol. Anyhoo as someone who has tried online dating I say GO FOR IT. What do you have to lose? I’ve tried several different sites and my overall experience was great, if anything you meet some interesting people. Now I do have to warn you to be cautious and please feel out the people you are talking with before meeting up. Make sure you meet in a public place for the first, second and third time, okay maybe even the fourth time. Just have fun and be safe. Don’t put too much pressure on it, go with the flow!

Janee’ P.S. Be sure to invite me to the wedding if you meet the one J. You can email your questions to DearJRenee@gmail.com

November 10, 2016

Give The People The Right To Vote

By Wane A. Hailes Special To The Courier

Dear Council Members: This year, as in years past, you have in your possession a list of issues important to the citizens of Columbus that requires action by the Local Legislative Delegation. We understand that once that list is approved a meeting will be held with the Delegation to explain the rationale behind these issues and to solicit their support. That Hometown Connection and Legislative Agenda meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2016.

One of those issues currently on the list is the Casino Gaming Referendum.

The issue, requested by the Mayor Pro tem Evelyn Turner Pugh and Councilor Mimi Woodsen, is requesting the legislative delegation introduce and/or support legislation to authorize

a referendum to allow Georgia citizens to vote as to whether they want to allow casino gaming in Georgia for the purpose of Hope Scholarship funding.

During the last city council meeting it appeared there was some hesitancy by some of you to allow the citizens of Muscogee County to vote on said referendum. The issue before you is not if YOU support casino gaming in Georgia the issue is whether you support the right of the people to decide if THEY want to allow casino gaming in Georgia.

I totally understand if you have a personal issue against the referendum but that is not a good enough reason to not allow our citizens to make their own decision.

Do The right thing! Let the people decide.

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COVER STORY

November 10, 2016

Rosa Evans Standing On The Shoulders Of Rosa Parks

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

Times have changed. On the evening of December 1, 1995 in Montgomery, Alabama Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger. She was arrested for disobeying an Alabama law requiring black people to relinquish seats to white people when the bus is full.

Today, 61 years later, just 81.88 miles away in Columbus, Georgia another African American named Rosa, Rosa Evans, not only can sit wherever and whenever she wants on a bus she serves as Columbus’ Director of Metra Transit.

Rosa Evans started as a METRA bus operator in 1988 and then worked as METRA transit supervisor in 1994. She also worked as METRA’s ADA coordinator for four years until she accepted the position as METRA’s transit manager in 2001.

Employed with METRA for the past 28 years Evans is a Magna Cum Laude graduate from Troy University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in 2014. Her work experience includes transportation operations, paratransit, planning, and administration.

Whats New With METRA

3 new fixed routes (now 12) 2 new Paratransit routes (now 8) 4 new Hybrid electric fixed route buses 2 new Paratransit buses (For persons with disabilities - Dial-A-Ride) 24 new Bus Operators 4 Additional support staff New bus stop signs New areas served: Service connecting Victory Dr. (west end) to South Lumpkin Rd., Civic Commons connecting Uptown, 6th Ave. Chamber of Commerce, St. Mary's Rd. Bunker Hill, North Oakley Dr., Moon Rd. @ Veterans Pkwy, Warm Springs Rd. @ Warm Springs Connector, Flat Rock Rd. @ Blackmon Rd., Miller Rd. @ Beaver Run, JR Allen Midland area, Reverse routing to Airport Thruway, Park-n-Ride locations, Walmart, Benning Dr. etc.

METRA's entire fleet is ADA accessible with wheelchair accommodations and ADA

announcement systems for the persons with disabilities. No Fare Increase

November 10, 2016

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NOTICE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT HOLIDAY CLOSING Thanksgiving Day Holiday Observance Thursday and Friday, November 24-25, 2016 Notice is hereby given that the local Government of Columbus, Georgia will alter or suspend all services on Thursday and Friday, November 24-25, 2016. This is with the exception of emergency services such as fire, police, and ambulance. For emergency services, please call the 911 Emergency Center.

DIVISION Waste / Recycle

Thanksgiving Day Observance Thursday and Friday, November 24-25, 2016 Monday, November 21st • If your household garbage and recycling is normally collected on Monday or Thursday, during Thanksgiving week only it will be collected on Monday, November 21st.

Tuesday, November 22nd • If your household garbage and recycling is normally collected on Tuesday or Friday, during Thanksgiving week only it will be collected on Tuesday, November 22nd.

Yard waste or bulk waste will not be collected the week of November 21st thru 25th. Yard waste collection will resume their normal schedule beginning Monday, November 28, 2016. *Closed* November 24th-25th

311 Citizens Service Center

*Closed* November 24th -25th

Landfills – Granite Bluff/Pine Grove Recycling Center

*Closed* November 24th-25th

Parks and Recreation

Park and Recreation Facilities are Closed Administration Office Closed *Closed* November 24th-25th

Animal Control METRA Bus Service

Thursday, November 24th • No Bus Service • Administration Office Closed Friday, November 25th • Saturday Bus Schedule Administration Office Closed *Closed* November 24th-25th Thursday, November 24th • Civic Center/Ice Rink Closed Friday, November 25th • Administration Office Closed

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Recorder’s Court Civic Center/Ice Rink

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Columbus Ice Rink Open with scheduled programming

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COVER STORY

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November 10, 2016

2016 Election Results

Runoff For Muscogee County Sheriff December 6, 2016

Congressman 2nd District Sanford D. Bishop 118,114 59%

President Donald Trump Electoral Votes 279

Donna Tompkins 29,686

John Darr 21,517

The Ammendment Regarding Thawing The Freeze No: 27,515 Yes: 17,325

Georgia State Senator District 29 Josh McKoon 28,763 65%

U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson 1,968,826 55%

The Ammendment Regarding Opportunity Schools

-1Provides greater flexibility and state accountability to fix failing schools through increasing community involvement.

“Shall the Constitution of Georgia be amended to allow the state to intervene in chronically failing public schools in order to improve student performance?”

YES NO

The Ammendment Regarding Opportunity Schools No: 2,382,737 60% Yes: 1,584,673 40%

Superior Court Clerk Ann Hardman 22,946 94%

*Numbers Are Those Available As Of Press Time

The Ammendment Regarding Thawing The Freeze

Special Election (Vote for One)

“Shall the Act be approved which eliminates the current base year assessed value homestead exemption for purposes of Muscogee county school and consolidated city-county government ad valorem taxes for homestead properety acquired after January 1, 2017?”

YES NO

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WHERE A PASSION BECAME A PAYCHECK...RAMONA TERRY, LMT

November 10, 2016

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By Sheryl Ward Special to The Courier

It was 2011 when Ramona came over to my cubicle and stated excitedly that she wanted to become a Licensed Massage Therapist. She was working at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia in the Refund Recovery department.

Ramona had been with the company for 11 years. A company that offered great pay, benefits and stability. She is a single parent with two children. One was in elementary school and the other was in middle school in 2011. It was inconceivable to any one that she would want to leave her secure and stable nest to venture out and literally reinvent herself.

She enrolled in Miller-Motte’s 18 month Massage Therapy program. So now, here she was a single mother of two, holding a full time position with BCBS of GA, and a full time student at Miller-Motte.

Her focus was admirable.

She studied hard and graduated.

Next step came the ride to Americus, Georgia for the State Boards. Her first testing she came up short by one point.

Her second testing she came up short by two points. On our ride for the third testing, I remember she told me a story of a young man who had written a book about determination. His story was that he tried seven times before his passed his college SAT test. I sat next to her thinking to myself this woman has drive and determination like no other. She received her National Certification for Massage Therapy in 2012 on that third

able to afford a massage at an affordable price. A massage should not be just a treat – a gift that you give or receive only on special occasions. A massage should be affordable so that a person can maintain the quality of life they deserve. Her massages have been called awesome, billion dollar, outstanding, excellent, relaxing and divine.

try, and she has not looked back.

She opened her business as a mobile Massage Therapist in 2012. Her tag line was “Have Table will Travel”. And travel she did. She built her business slow and steady. She began to build a reputation from mouth to mouth referrals. It was a year later that opened her brick and mortar studio on Peacock Avenue in Columbus, Georgia.

Her clients increased dramatically. She was now still working full time at BCBS of Georgia and had started working at Massage Envy to ensure that she could finance her “own” studio. Hard work, long hours, determination and the love of helping people experience a quality massage was her routine. The new tag line was now “Calming One Body at a Time”.

In 2014, she moved from a one room studio on Peacock Avenue to her current location at 1300 Wynnton Road, Suite 103 (across from the Columbus

Museum). The new studio now had a foyer, receptionist area and three massage rooms, and a nail art station.

Again, her clients increased dramatically, and with that came a life changing decision. It was now time to leave her employment at BCBS of Georgia and dedicate all her energy and resources to her business. In May of 2016, a second location on Peacock Avenue for couple massages exclusively was opened.

Ramona is licensed in both Georgia and Alabama and has certifications in prenatal, oncology, infant and geriatric massages. The services offered are Swedish, Deep Tissue, Deep Muscle, Sports, Hot Stone, Manual Lymphatic Therapy and Chair Massage. The spa services offered are Sweet Cheeks (therapeutic facial massage with sugar scrub), Sweet Feet (therapeutic foot massage with sugar scrub) and Full Body Scrub.

Recently, a nail art station has been included. Her trademark is the Hot Towel Massage.

You see Ramon is an outstanding Massage Therapist, because she has such a passion for what she does. Her belief is that every person should be

One client wrote: “If God created any other message therapist He kept it to himself. Today I went to see Ramona the owner of Million Dollar Massage.

Let me tell somebody to tell everybody so everyone can have the GREAT EXPERIENCE that I had. When you visit you don't won't to leave. She is the BOMB. I've already reserved my next appointment.”

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Hot Stone Massage Penetrating heated rocks allows the muscle to melt away tension and sooth sore joints.

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RFB No. 17-0024 Tire Retread Services for City Buses (Annual Contract) Due: December 7, 2016 – 2:30 PM Heather Scheuttig, Buyer

RFP No. 17-0003 Architectural, Engineering & Planning Services (Annual Contract) Due: December 2, 2016 – 2:30 PM Della Lewis, CPPB Buyer Specialist

Sealed responses must be received and time/date stamped by the respective 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 http://www.columbusga.org/finance/Excel_Docs/Bi d_Opportunities.htm, notify the respective Buyer via email dlewis@columbusga.org and hscheuttig@columbusga.org, fax 706.225.3033 or telephone 706.653.4105.

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We are looking for qualified candidates for the following positions:

Adult Education ESL Instructor Full-time Adult Education Instructor Part-time Adult Education ESL Instructor Part-time Allied Health Instructor Part-time Anatomy & Physiology Adjunct Instructor Part-time Automotive Collision Repair Instructional Aide Part-time Carpentry/Cabinetmaking Adjunct Instructor Part-time Engineering Technology Adjunct Instructor Part-time English Adjunct Instructor for Muscogee County High Schools Part-time History Adjunct Instructor Part-time Mechatronics Technology Program Technical Instructor Full-time Paramedic/EMT Adjunct Instructor Part-time Paramedic/EMT Adjunct Instructor (Clinical Coordinator) Part-time Practical Nursing Adjunct Instructor

For more details and to apply for these positions, please go to www.columbustech.edu and click “CTC Employment.”

Columbus Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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November 10, 2016

Gregory A. Davis, Sr. Inducted Into The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame

By Wane A. Hailes Special To The Courier

On October 29, 2016 Gregory A. Davis, Sr., CEO and President of Davis Broadcasting, Inc. (DBI) along with five other outstanding Arkansans were inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame.

Held at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, the annual induction gala and ceremony honors native Arkansans for their remarkable professional and civic achievements.

In recognizing his contributions and achievements the following was offered by the foundation.

Mr. Gregory A. Davis, Sr. is the CEO and President of Davis Broadcasting, Inc. (DBI). He is a native of Fort Smith, Arkansas.

He received his Bachelors of Arts degree in Biology from Lane College in Jackson, Tennessee. Mr. Davis went on to serve in the United States Army, serving both at home and abroad. He later furthered his education, receiving his master ’s degree from Eastern Michigan University.

Mr. Davis’ professional career began in education as a community school director in Michigan. He then transitioned and began a 39-year television-broadcasting career, with more than a decade spent in marketing and sales management. In Michigan, Davis worked in both Flint and Detroit.

From there he joined the ABC Television national sales team managing the Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Detroit sales offices. He concluded his television career in Cincinnati, Ohio as general sales manager of multimedia broadcasting.

In June 1986 Mr. Davis started Davis Broadcasting, Inc. in Columbus, GA and Augusta, GA. He and his wife, Cheryl Davis, worked side by side for 30 years with a mission to serve their community. Davis Broadcasting, Inc. serves the community each year by hosting annual events such as the Needy Children’s Christmas Party where over 1,000 toys and over 200 bikes are given away to the community each year. Another staple, the Family Day Music Festival (formerly Family Day in the Park) began 30 years ago as a free music concert for the families in the community. DBI also hosts other events such as the Jazz on the River concert series, Tools for School supply giveaway, Free Drive In Movie, Annual Turkey Giveaway, Free Cuts for Kids and Styles for Girls, Spring Break Concert and Talent Show, and the Annual Women’s Empowerment Luncheon.

Mr. Davis is extensively involved in community service and serves on many boards both locally and nationally.

Recently, Mr. Davis became the first African American to serve as Chairman of the Board for Columbus State University.

Other inductees included: June CarterPerry is a former educator, diplomat, and U.S. State Department official.

Judge Mifflin Wistar Gibbs was a Little Rock, Arkansas businessman, politician, and the first elected African-American municipal judge in the United States.

December 16, 1944 marked the beginning of a lifetime commitment between Knoxie Hall, Sr. and Estella Marie Crenshaw Hall self- made entrepreneurs.

Justice Richard L. Mays, Sr. is the senior and founding partner of Mays, Byrd & Associates, P.A. (Formerly, Mays & Crutcher, P.A.), which was established in 1977. Cynthia Scott was born in El Dorado, Arkansas the 10th of 12 children. She began singing gospel music at the age of four in her father’s church, the source of her inspirational drive and artistry. In 1973 she joined Ray Charles recording and touring as one of his Raelettes.

The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation (ABHOF Foundation) seeks to provide financial assistance to improve education, youth development, health/wellness in black and other under-served populations in Arkansas.

As a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization, the foundation provides grants to other charitable endeavors in the Black community whose primary focus is in the areas of youth development, health and wellness, education, and business/economic development.

The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is the primary fundraiser of the ABHOF Foundation. Throughout its history, our foundation has sought to correct the omissions of history and to remind the world that Black history is a signification part of American history. The ABHOF Foundation seeks to further the impact of the annual induction ceremony by providing an environment in which a future generation of African American achievers with Arkansas roots will thrive and succeed.

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2016 Fountain City Classic Weekend

November 10, 2016

Photos by Horace Photography

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2016 Fountain City Classic Weekend

November 10, 2016

Photos by Kenneth Blackmon

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Javon Henderson

COURIER KIDS

Javon Henderson (8) is the son of Taneka Henderson. Javon is an A/B student who attends Dawson Elementary as a second grader and has a strong passion for Math and Computer Lab.

Sa`Niya

In his spare time you can find him running around the neighborhood with his friends playing football and Basketball. He is looking forward to next year when he can join a city team and showcase his talents.

Known by his family as very energetic, handsome and witty, young Javon brings smiles and laughter to anyone who crosses his path. Even though he is only eight, he has decided when he gets older he would like to join the Military and serve his country.

2016 Steeplechase with The Wright Legal Group

Acree

November 10, 2016

Sa`Niya Acree (12), is the oldest daughter of Dyshand Acree. Ms. Sa`Niya is a seventh grader who attends Veterans Memorial Middle School where she is an Honor Roll student enrolled in all advanced classes and a member of the schools Cheerleading team.

In her spare time, when she is not practicing with her competitive cheer squad with United Cheerleading, Sa`Niyah loves to dance, sing and spend as much time as possible with her younger brother and sister.

Sa`Niyah is a beautiful young lady with a heart of gold who loves to help anyone in need. She is often referred to as a kind, hardworking and compassionate youth who is always eager to learn and do her best. When she grows up she says she would like to either be a cheerleader, Nurse or teacher, which ever allows her to help as many people as she can.

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COVER STORY

Mel & Abe’s Barbershop Customer Appreciation Day

November 10, 2016

Jueves 10 de Noviembre 2016

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Se Estรกn Aceptando Nominaciones Para Los 25 Hispanos Mรกs Influyentes En Columbus, Ft. Benning & Phenix City Now Accepting Nominations For The 25 Most Influential Hispanics In Columbus, Ft. Benning & Phenix City

Fill Out The Following Form And Mail To: The Courier Eco Latino Newspaper P.O. Box 5747 Columbus, Georgia 31906

Your Nominee Name Address Phone/Email Why They Should Be Recognized

Email Your Nomination To: thecourier@wowway.com

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Jueves 10 de Noviembre 2016

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 1866-752-3442 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 - 706-3216240 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 1-866-752-3442 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 – 706-3216411 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.

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 appli-

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cants-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: 800789-5502 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.

2036 Fort Benning Rd. Columbus, Georgia 31905

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Grandes Consejos Para Planificar Las Salidas Familiares De Otoño eración clave cuando se viaja con los pequeños. Un hotel puede ser la mejor opción; muchos ofrecen descuentos familiares y con frecuencia se encuentran en una ubicación central respecto de los destinos de visita clave. Busque opciones que ofrezcan configuraciones de suites de modo que tenga más espacio y comodidades, como horno de microondas en la habitación o desayuno gratuito, lo que le ayuda a organizar las horas de las comidas.

(StatePoint) El otoño es una temporada ajetreada para los padres y para los niños. Planificar una salida familiar de fin de semana les da a todos algo que los ilusiona y proporciona un descanso muy necesario. Por supuesto, viajar con niños no siempre es fácil; pero con un poco de investigación y algo de preparación anticipada, puede ayudar a garantizar unos cuantos días divertidos sin importar cuál sea su destino.

Valore dónde quedarse El alojamiento es una consid-

No pase por alto la posibilidad de alquilar una casa o un departamento. Muchas de estas viviendas están llenas de juguetes, áreas para dormir adecuadas para los niños y una cocina, de modo que puede preparar sus propias comidas.

Combata el hambre y el aburrimiento Los vuelos y los viajes en auto dejan mucho tiempo para que se cocinen los berrinches.

Adelántese al hambre preparando aperitivos fáciles de llevar que no ensucien y algunas golosinas especiales inesperadas para repartirlas cuando sea inminente

un estallido.

Haga que el tiempo de pantalla sea más una recompensa que la actividad común durante el recorrido. Descargue películas, cargue los dispositivos electrónicos y mantenga a mano baterías para los momentos en que necesite un cambio de ritmo. Mezcle cosas o arranque el viaje con algunos juegos sencillos. “Veo veo” y “20 preguntas” son formas sencillas, entretenidas y gratuitas de mantener a los niños concentrados durante el traslado.

Intente darles a todos los niños la oportunidad de elegir su canción favorita para reproducirla o busque juegos magnéticos que permitan que los niños jueguen sin perder las piezas.

Viaje con equipo ligero Las piernas pequeñas se cansan con rapidez. Ya sea que esté explorando un nuevo destino o simplemente navegando por una ajetreada terminal de aeropuerto, es recomendable que lleve con usted una sillita especialmente diseñada para viajes. Elija una que sea ligera, fácil de usar y que esté equipada con carac-

terísticas que mantengan cómodos a los niños.

Por ejemplo, la marca mundial de sillitas Baby Jogger acaba de lanzar la City Tour, diseñada específicamente para familias en movimiento. Esta sillita compacta pesa sólo 14 libras y es lo bastante pequeña, cuando está plegada, para caber en los compartimientos superiores de los aviones y los espacios de equipaje de los autos. Poder guardar su sillita en el compartimiento del avión significa menos estrés con los niños inquietos en la zona de recogida de equipajes. El plegado compacto con una mano y la bolsa de transporte estilo mochila deja las manos libres para ocuparse de los niños.

Finalmente, las ligeras y durables ruedas delanteras se pueden ajustar para que giren con los obstáculos o se bloqueen para distancias más largas, facilitándole el viaje sin importar a donde vaya.

Los niños se mantendrán cómodos gracias al asiento reclinable de posiciones múltiples y el techo extendido con filtro UV50, que

ofrece protección contra el sol.

Para saber más, visite BabyJogger.com.

Vaya al aire libre Muy pronto, el tiempo de la familia se centrará en acogedores días bajo techo. Elija un destino que ofrezca muchas oportunidades para aprovechar el tiempo mientras aún sea agradable.

Recoger manzanas, disfrutar las hojas de otoño y hacer paseos en remolques de tractor son actividades ideales para los niños pequeños, como lo son las caminatas sencillas y las visitas al zoológico. Investigue para asegurarse de que sus vacaciones los llevarán al aire libre y recuerde empacar equipo adecuado para el clima.

Las salidas familiares son excelentes oportunidades de unión y una buena ocasión para levantar los ánimos de todos. Con un poco de planificación anticipada, el equipo adecuado para cuidar de los niños y los preparativos de viaje bien investigados, puede hacer el recorrido más divertido para todos.

Listas De Boda... Los Regalos Buenos, Los Malos Y Los Más Feos De Todos Los Tiempos Dado que los latinos están tan conectados digitalmente, no es sorpresa que se conecten en línea para hacer sus listas de deseos de boda. Pero compilar una lista que sea “la correcta” puede ser complicado, que es por lo cual Moen comparte lo que aprendió con esta encuesta: (StatePoint) Para muchas parejas comprometidas, no hay nada más emocionante que revisar las estanterías de sus tiendas favoritas para crear listas de deseos para su boda.

Casi la mitad de los adultos de los EE.UU. que están casados, han estado casados alguna vez o se han comprometido en matrimonio en alguna ocasión, han tenido una lista de boda, según una reciente encuesta de Moen, la marca de grifos número uno de América del Norte y llevada a cabo en línea por Harris Poll.

Lista de arrepentimientos Muchas parejas se dan cuenta, después de las nupcias, de que su lista puede haber sido menos que ideal. Evite estos errores comunes de las listas de boda: • Añadir artículos poco prácticos: Piense dos veces antes de incluir productos especializados que ocupan valioso espacio, pero pueden nunca llegar a usarse, como una cafetera espresso o una máquina para hacer helados.

• Ajustarse a la tradición: No se sienta obligado a incluir en la lista artículos costosos tradicionales

como cubertería de plata o porcelana de gala, a menos que realmente vaya a usarlos.

“No hay necesidad de incluir en la lista lo que ya se espera”, dice Andrea Maher, especialista sénior de comunicaciones de mercadotecnia, Moen. “De hecho, más o menos dos de cada cinco de quienes en algún momento han tenido una lista de bodas, han incluido artículos no tradicionales, como aparatos electrónicos o vino”.

Maher recomienda pedir productos que harán mejor la vida cotidiana, como un grifo de cocina con una manguera desprendible para una fácil limpieza, o un cabezal de ducha de tranquilizadora lluvia para proporcionar un momento de relajación después de un largo día.

Cónyuges clandestinos De quienes han tenido una lista de bodas, más de una cuarta parte

(27 por ciento) han añadido o quitado algo sin avisarle a su pareja.

Y los más jóvenes son los peores infractores. Los que tienen entre 18 y 34 años (43 por ciento) son tres veces más propensos que los de 45 años o más (12 por ciento) a añadir o quitar algo de la lista de boda.

El menaje de casa era un añadido popular a escondidas con una novia diciendo que agregó “una vajilla que yo sabía que a él no le gustaba, pero a mí sí”, mientras que otra “añadió decoraciones para la casa y eliminó una consola de juegos”.

Patinazos de regalo Incluso con una lista, a veces los regalos de boda fallan el blanco. Éstos son algunos de los peores regalos recibidos por matrimonios hispanos: • “Un icono de la fertilidad... es

que, wow”.

• “Un juego de cuchillos” -- (supersticioso en muchas culturas latinas) • “Una máquina de hacer quesadillas reciclada, con la tarjeta vieja de regalo en el interior”.

Por suerte, las parejas encuestadas también recibieron regalos excelentes. Muchos indicaron que su cónyuge era el mejor regalo que habían recibido jamás, mientras que otros se entusiasmaban sobre generosos regalos en metálico, baterías de cocina fantásticas e, incluso, un crucero.

Para obtener más información sobre Moen y los resultados de la encuesta, visite Moen.com.

“Ya sea que se esté muriendo por tener una grifería que dé el toque final a su cocina o equipo de campamento para un viaje con su pareja, su lista de bodas debe ser un reflejo de ustedes como pareja”, dice Maher.

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Grandes consejos para planificar las salidas familiares de otoño

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Listas de boda... los regalos buenos, los malos y los más feos de todos los tiempos

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