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

Career Opportunities Available In The Television Industry...

News Anchor Teresa Whitaker & Creative Services Manager Carlos Williams

Camelot Continued...

More Questions and Answers Regarding Camelot Education Contract Page 11

BPW Club Of NANBPWC Awards Scholarships

The Organization Recently Celebrated Their 20th Annual Scholarship Luncheon Page 13

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THURSDAY May 11, 2017

The Street Committee Doesn’t Cover...

Recently mainstream media and some online media outlets have reported on various correspondence directed toward the Muscogee County School Board and some of its board members.

According to the street committee we refuse to follow suit because frankly we know better. As Black folks we know of what the late Maya Angelou spoke when she said; “When someone shows you who they are, believe them”. When one announces on social media that they have a certain condition and uses medication to control it, you would expect a seasoned journalist exercise discretion in reporting anything they might receive from that individual. That is of course unless their only interest is to solicit readership by reporting, “mess”. Fortunately, for the street committee, our people are intelligent enough to discern an illness when we read it. If you were wondering that is why we haven’t joined in the fray.

The Street Committee

One Says No...

Who Will Run For Mayor?

According to the street committee the next mayoral election will be the most important opportunity for the African American community to level the playing field politically in Muscogee County.

Recently former state representative Jed Harris, Jr., who many, including the street committee, anticipated would definitely seek the seat, announced that he wouldn’t run in 2018. We are still waiting to hear from current councilor at-large Skip Henderson, District 2 Councilor Glenn Davis, District 1, Councilor Jerry “Pops” Barnes and District 3 Councilor Bruce Huff. Each of them has been suggested as considering a run in 2018. In addition State Representative Calvin Smyre’s name has surfaced as the best opportunity to be elected as the first African American mayor. The street committee has also learned that two up and coming African Americans are considering a run for seats on city council.

The Courier Eco Latino Newspaper is published bi-weekly *Any editorial content are the views of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper, publisher or staff” Office Location The Courier Eco Latino Newspaper 1300 Wynnton Rd, Suite 104 Columbus, Georgia 31906 Email: couriereconews@gmail.com Phone: 706.225.0106 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5747 Columbus, Ga 31906 Visit Us Online At: www.couriernews.org

Columbus Technical College is Hiring!

We are looking for qualified candidates for the following positions:

Adult Education Instructor Part time Stewart County – Anatomy & Physiology Adjunct Instructor – Applications Development Specialist Full Time – Associate Degree Nursing Instructor Full Time – Associate Degree Nursing Instructor Part time - Automotive Collision Repair Instructor Full-time – Part time Barbering Instructor - Dean of Academic Affairs Health Science & Nursing Full Time Esthetics Adjunct Instructor - History Adjunct Instructor – Music Adjunct Instructor - Paramedic/EMT Instructor (Medical Director) Part-time - Paramedic/EMT Adjunct Instructor - Science Support Lab Tutor – Part time - Sociology Adjunct Instructor - Welding & Joining Technology Instructor Part-time - Writing Support Lab Tutor Part-time For more details and to apply for these positions, please go to www.columbustech.edu and click CTC Careers Columbus Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Request for Qualifications RFQ No. 17-0001

Pre-qualification for Storm Drain Rehabilitation through Internal Pipe Lining - Priority 1 Pipes - Contract V

Due: May 12, 2017 – 5:00 PM

Della Lewis, CPPB

Buyer Specialist

RFB No. 17-0039

Roofing Services at Public Services – Building E

Due: May 10, 2017 – 2:30 PM

Della Lewis, CPPB

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference/Site Visit

Buyer Specialist

was held at 11:00 AM on April 26, 2017.

RFP No. 17-0020

Daily First-Class Mail Pre-Sort and Seasonal/Emergency Mailing Services (Annual Contract)

Due: May 26, 2017 – 5:00 PM

Heather Scheuttig, Buyer

RFP No. 17-0023

Household Hazardous Waste Sorting & Disposal Services (Annual Contract)

Due: May 26, 2017 – 5:00 PM Heather Scheuttig, Buyer RFB No. 17-0040

Carbon Dioxide for Columbus Aquatic Center (Annual Contract) Due:

May 31, 2017 – 2:30 PM

Heather Scheuttig, Buyer

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

To obtain specifications, visit the City's website at

http://www.columbusga.org/finance/Excel_Docs/Bid_Opportunities.htm, notify the Buyer via email dlewis@columbusga.org, fax 706.225.3033 or telephone 706.653.4105.

Andrea J. McCorvey Purchasing Manager

A VIEW FROM A PEW

THURSDAY MAY 11, 2017

A Special Shout Out To Big Momma’s On This Mother’s Day parents were away at work, and often left with little or no supervision.

Today, many of these same kids are the ones robbing or worse killing each other over the latest sneakers, confused about their sexuality, unemployed and undereducated.

Youth who refuse to work a legitimate job for minimum wage because they would rather take their chances with the law and hustle drugs making much more money in less time. Young people who are now in their mid to late twenty’s and thirty’s who have never held a job because their mother’s have coddled them to the point that they expect society owes them.

As pleased as I am at how far we, as African-Americans have come over the years, I am equally saddened. Although we should be proud of the enormous strides we have made politically, educationally and in the workplace in some respect we have failed our youth.

I firmly believe a lot of the problems we are having with our youth today we, as “baby boomers” are responsible for.

By definition a baby boomer is a person who was born during the demographic Post– World War II baby boom between the years 1946 and 1964.

We emerged from an era defined by the civil rights movement. Our success was built on the gains made through generations of struggle in areas like education, employment and financial empowerment.

Many of us became consumed with chasing the “American Dream”, a dream where hard work pays off in material wellbeing and respect. A dream that allowed us to insist that our children would be better off than we had been. Where hardworking Americans can own a home. Where we believed sacrifice, self-denial, and deferred gratification were virtues.

Social acceptance was more

important than self-expression and faith in God and country was unquestioned. Where cars, possessions, and vacations were seen as badges of respectability and where men and women have traditional gender roles as breadwinner and homemaker.

In the 70’s and 80’s, however, we were faced with a new reality, economic uncertainty.

Many, if not all of us, were forced into becoming a twopaycheck household in order to maintain the standard of living we had grown accustomed to.

Because of this our kids became “latchkey kids”, returning from school to an empty home because the parent or

Unfortunately today’s youth do not have the benefit of growing up with a “Big Momma” as most of us “Baby Boomers” did back in the day. Whether she was a “Big Momma” related by blood or by neighborhood most of us grew up with a caring adult who would be quick to tell that “special little boy” to sit his “narrow behind” down because he had no business playing “Double Dutch” with the girls every chance they pulled out a jump rope nor should he spend his days playing jacks and “patty cake”. Marble yes, jacks no.

The neighborhood “Big Momma” would always remind the girls to not chew with their mouths open and not “smack their gum” when chewing. She was the on who reminded them to make sure when they were sitting to keep their legs closed.

She told us how to act in church and as young men how to treat young ladies and respect our elders.

I remember when our parents would have guest over and the kids would be in the other room watching TV, some adult would

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inevitably come by making sure the door was open and the lights were on.

Back then there was no such thing as Day Care. There was “Big Momma Care”, and she took care of every kid in the neighborhood. There were no regulations that had to be adhered to and the only certification required was that she was certified by our parents to beat our “butts “if we got out of line.

Unfortunately yesterdays “Big Momma” is today’s “Hot Momma”. With mothers becoming grandmothers at age 30 they have no interest, let alone the know how in rearing their children, teaching their daughters right from wrong, proper etiquette, personal hygiene or appropriate attire. Many young girls grow up learning the hard way, being educated about life by the streets and in many cases competing with their mother for the same man.

Young men are growing up with no guidance or direction believing that manhood is determined by how many babies they have.

No one is there to teach them about responsibility, accountability and the importance of providing for themselves and their families. Everyone sees the problem but no one has a solution but giving up on our young people, however, is not an option.

As we look forward to celebrating Mother’s Day we send a shout out to all the true Big Momma’s that shaped our lives, especially in the absence of those who grew up without a biological mother in the home.

One thing is clear: when there is no “Big Momma”, there are no boundaries and we are a much worse community without her.

Wane A. Hailes

COVER STORY

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Career Opportunities Behind The Camera In Television

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

Our new segment “Behind The Scene” is designed to inform those looking for employment and specifically young people who will soon enter the workplace that there are a variety of career opportunities that they may have never considered. Millions tune in every night to watch television anchors provide us with local and national news. Rarely, however, do we realize what goes on behind the scene to bring the newscast to our television sets each and everyday.

When it comes to television it takes camera workers, editors, marketing directors, production technicians, graphic artists, creative services directors, digital sales account executives, account executives, national sales managers, local sales managers, digital journalist and digital content staff to bring you the news each day.

Contrary to what many Millenials expect, walking fresh out of college into an anchor chair doesn’t happen just ask WRBL anchor Teresa Whitaker.

A first generation college graduate in her family, Whitaker, a graduate of West Georgia and CVCC with a degree in Mass Comunication with an emphasis in Broadcast Journalism, recently celebrated 30 years in the industry. She began her television career in 1987 as a production assistant. After six months, she was promoted to news where she began her reporting career as a general assignment reporter.

“When I came for the interview I showed the General Manager some of the tapes I had recorded while in college. He said he liked what he saw but unfortunately they didn’t have any positions available in news. He did promise that if I would take a full time position in production behind the scene, when a position became available in news it would be mine. I took him at his word and began working the camera for the

“Rozelle Show” and the 6 o’clock newscast. During my time as a production assistant I learned everything I could about the equipment. By the time I left production I was directing the morning show.”

True to his word, one day the General manager came to me and said we have a reporter’s opening in news, you can take your walk down the hallway.

Understand that since I was twelve years old I knew I wanted to be a television journalist so even while I was working production, during our down time I would go down to the newsroom. Because of my experience the news director would send me out to cover accidents so by the time I was able to take that walk down the hallway I was ready.”

Carlos Williams who will celebrate 40 years next month is a 1976 graduate of Fort Valley State University took a somewhat different path to television.

“After graduating with a B.S. degree in Education I came to Columbus to vis-

it a relative and he knew where there were some job openings. He sent me to WRBL and Dick McMichael, then news director, hired me and anchorman, part-time was hired by Dick McMichael, then news director and anchorman, as a news photographer and film processor. Phil Scoggins who at the time was the full time Sports Director trained me. And I really believe he trained me because he needed some help shooting those Friday night football games.”

“Today everything is digital. When I started we were using film. Back then when they said “Film at 11” they meant just that. I am a rarity in television having been one who has gone from film to tape to now digital.”

“You have to keep in mind this job was totally out of my field. I was working here nights and substitute teaching during the day in hopes that I would become a full time teacher. But then I started to move up the ranks here, making more money and I almost forgot about teaching. I did go back to

school about 10 years ago to update my teaching credentials just in case. I haven’t made that move yet and at this point I believe I will stay where I am.

Evidently the station has been good to me and being that I will celebrate 40 years with the company I can say I’ve been good for them.”

Carlos worked his way up from cameraman to reporter. Over the years he has served as an assignments editor and at one point was interim news director for WRBL. Carlos currently serves as the station's Creative Services Director, where he manages all station commercial video production.

When asked what advice they would give young people interested in entering the television industry Teresa had this to say.

“Contrary to what they think this is not a glamorous industry. Everyone thinks we have someone doing our hair and makeup. That is not the case in a market our size. It is hard work and it is not a 9-5 job. You’re going to have to

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Career Opportunities Behind The Scene In Television

Photos clockwise 1) Left-Right: Eddie Lewis, Editor & Production Tech; Christopher Gates, Director, Columbus State University; Shaniqua Abraham, Production Tech, Art Institute of Atlanta; Tyler Senior, Graphics & Production Tech, Troy University. 2) Arthur Shipp, Marketing Director, Ft. Valley State University. 3) Ty-Nice Berry, Sr. Editor 4) Jack Patterson, Production Tech, Ft. Valley State University. 5) Eddie Lewis behind the camera 6) Tyler, Christopher and Shaniqua controlling the morning newscast.

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Career Opportunities Behind The Scene In Television

Olivia C. Pennington Local Sales Manager

Marion Parks Account Executive Digital Sales

Lisa Burton Account Executive

Joe Ripley Weekend Anchor

Ashley Garrett Digital Journalist

Ashley Lewis Digital Journalist

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do things you probably don’t want to do. If you want to climb and excel in this business you are going to have to work hard. Sometimes you will be required to turn two or three stories a day. Because news is always changing you have to have or develop thick skin. The reason is you may be given a story and just when you have done all the work or think that is your only one for the day you may be asked to drop that one and start on another one. You can’t get upset. You have to be patient and you have to understand you are always working on a deadline.

“This is a pressure cooker business and if can’t deal with that or you are overly emotional this may not be for you. If you think you are going to start a job on Monday and get to the anchor desk on Wednesday that’s not going to happen it’s just not.

You have to pay your dues. You have to learn how to be a journalist; you have to learn how to relate to people

all kinds of people. Most important people are going to have to trust you before you get to the anchor desk.

Unless they know you they can’t trust you and unless you immerse yourself in your community they will never get to know you.”

The Top Twenty Television Markets are: 1. New York 2. Los Angeles 3. Chicago 4. Philadelphia 5. Dallas-Ft. Worth 6. San Francisco-Oakland San Jose 7. Boston 8. Atlanta 9. Washington D.C. 10. Houston 11. Detroit 12. Phoenix 13. Tampa - St. Petersburg 14. Seattle - Tacoma 15. Minneapolis - St. Paul 16. Miami - Ft. Lauderdale 17. Cleveland - Akron 18. Denver 19. Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne 20. Sacramento-Stockton-Modesto

Columbus is Ranked #128 Local TV Median Salaries For Markets Ranked 101-150

News Director Asst. News Director News Anchor Managing Editor Executive Producer Weathercaster Sports Anchor News Producer Internet Specialist

$65,000 $47,000 $45,000 $45,000 $36,500 $41,300 $33,000 $23,300 $25,500

News Director Asst. News Director News Anchor Managing Editor Executive Producer Weathercaster Sports Anchor News Producer Internet Specialist

$120,000 $110,000 $115,000 $80,800 $71,300 $108,000 $89,800 $45,000 $47,000

Local TV Median Salaries For Markets Ranked 1-25

News Directors, not anchors, make the highest salaries in local TV newsrooms of all market sizes

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Yolanda Perkins Account Executive

Ken Martin Digital Journalist

Mikhaela Singleton Digital Content

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Local Barber Derrick Edmonds Invents The Nappy Happy Travel Hair Sponge sponge Edmonds will soon release his line of hair care products that will include beard oils and a hair system kit.

“Edmonds is currently in negotiations with Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. to have his product on their shelves. When asked what advice he would offer other contemplating entrepreneurship he offered these words.

“Patience and sacrifice. As opposed to taking out a loan from a bank, I saved

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite rap artists and actors perfect their curly hairstyles and hi-top fades like national recording artist Usher or “Empire’s Bryshere Y. Gray? Well look no further than the latest hair care product; the hair sponge for twisting and curling

home to the only Tr a v e l S p o n g e compliments of local inventor and entrepreneur Derek Edmonds.

There are a number of hair sponges on the market but Columbus is

Originally from Columbia, South Carolina Edmonds, a local barber with Headliners Cuts & Styles located at 2911 Airport Thruway, came up with the idea of his travel sponge as the result of his clients con-

cern for keeping their curly hairstyle fresh in between visits to the barbershop.

“After weeks of listening to them I came up with the idea of having a hair sponge that would be compact yet efficient enough to get the job done; a product that could fit in your pocket or a book bag. And because it is unisex, women can carry it in their purse. From that the Nappy Happy Travel Hair Sponge was born”, explained Derrick.

The trademarked “Nappy Happy Travel Hair Sponge” comes with its own pouch and is made in the USA. Edmonds will tell you it has taken about a year from his vision to having the actual product in hand.

“I received the first shipment of my Travel Hair Sponges just over a month ago, says Derrick, and they have been selling basically by word of mouth. To date my sales have exceeded 200 and this is without any promotion, marketing or advertisement whatsoever.”

Cutting hair since 1988, the entrepreneur is using his years of experience and expertise to introduce his brand: Nappy Happy “Taking Haircuts To The Moon”. In addition to his travel hair

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the money I would make from cutting hair and paid for what I needed to get my product off the ground as I made it. While many of my friends were spending their money on cars, jewelry and clothes I just saved. It is a great feeling to owe no one but yourself”

If you would like to purchase a “Travel Hair Sponge call Derrick at 706.321.3442.

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Living the Dream: A Journey of a Young Pianist Making it to NYC Beethoven (and other tunes) with fluency and great expression.

Early on I knew Jesse Cook was going to be a skilled pianist. He continues to push his musicality to higher levels, practicing sometimes 2-5 hours a day. At 16, he's already exceeded the “world class” benchmark of 10,000 hours proposed

by Malcolm Gladwell in his book 'Outliers'.

By Allen Cook Special To The Courier When I first heard this 3-year old boy humming and melodies note for note on pitch, that got my attention. I introduced him to piano at age 5. In a short period of time (give or take 2-3 years), he was playing “Fur Elise” by

His mother grew up listening to classical music because of her father's admiration for it. One thing led to another.

Jesse's grandfather gave his classical music collection to him as a gift.

That set the stage for his adventure into this musical genre. We sought out piano teachers who were more closely connected to the classical music community. And Jesse has never looked back.

want to feel a good beat; they aren't even listening to the music. As a young person, I want to be a positive influence, especially for young people, to somehow change their perception of classical music.”

As parents, it took a lot of effort to arrive at this place: lots of creative home schooling, proactive parenting: teaching him the meaning of discipline, attending concerts, listening to lots of music, balancing school work with practicing instead of playing video games, etc. For some of you reading this, you may relate to some of this. Persistence always pays off. For years now, we've had to tell him “it's time to get off the piano!” We knew then he had stepped into his rightful place. He's certainly earned it! Being a jazz musician, it brings me great joy listening to him work through the process with each new piece of music, from rough sketch to a masterpiece.

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He's gone on to win awards and receive recognition for his passionate and skillful performances. So much so that he's now scheduled to play a debut concert in New York, August 2017 as he heads to college with scholarship.

Scripture refers to diligence as being the sure path to success; and that one's gift will make room for them; they will stand before kings; and this one: train up a child the way he should go. I'm certain you're familiar with them and more. God will indeed always make a way. And He has certainly made a way for Jesse.

Gotta tell ya, I'm one proud dad!

Go here for the rest of the story & support: https://www.GoFundMe.com/JesseNYConcert http://www.project142.org/calendar/upcoming/?tribebar-search=Jesse+Cook

He says of his vision, “I want to contribute to the legacy of classical music. This music breathes life. It tells stories. You can feel the triumphs, heartbreaks, and emotions of the various composers. It's so full of expression. If you listen closely, lots of today's mainstream music carries negative messages. It seems that most people just

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More Questions And Answers: Contract Prices, Other Companies Considered

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier

(1). What is the breakdown of the contract price between the 3 programs?

Or put another way, what is being charged for each program?

Sections 3.4 and 4 in each contract outline the district’s obligations for each program: EXCEL Academy- $1,117,358.75 per year Transitional School- Therapeutic Day School- $3,084,020.00 per year

(2). Mrs. Lewis mentioned foreseeing closing 2 of the current BD classes? Is this because that many classes will no longer be needed?

Or is it to save money to help pay for the Camelot contract? I was thinking that moving the more severe cases to the Therapeutic Day School would free up some spaces within the BD classes for children who currently aren't receiving those services.

Yes, we will need to have several IEP meetings for some of our Autistic and EBD students that are currently being served in self-contained settings on our traditional campuses. The students are becoming increasingly aggressive, and the IEP team needs to determine if the additional services that are available at the Therapeutic School will benefit these students. The anticipated reduction in enrollment will eliminate some of the sections we currently offer. The staff in the eliminated sections will be trans-

ferred into the numerous special education vacancies we already have for next year.

(3). Could you give us some more information about other companies were considered and ruled out as potential contractors?

Company #1 Eliminated from consideration because in 2014 five Florida locations were closed due to poor academic performance and accusations of grade manipulation by school officials.

Company #2 Eliminated from consideration because it faced legal and financial challenges in recent years.

The CEO announced to employees that his family could no longer subsidize the company, stating that the company had failed to meet bank forecasts in the previous five years.

The CEO also cited legal challenges from 10 school boards in Ohio demanding greater financial transparency and control over how the schools are run. The case brought against White Hat Management was under review in the Ohio Supreme Court at the time we were conducting our research.

In addition to the transparency and control lawsuit, numerous other school boards have since ended their contracts with White Hat. Company #3 Offers all three types of programs

Currently, serves 18 school districts in Georgia When contacted, several of these districts expressed concerns and are currently looking for another provider.

Fulton County is one of their current partners They are currently exploring new partners They have other needs that the agreed to service was not providing. $2,000,000.00 contract for three sites serving 100 students per site Only a half-day program (5 hrs Middle School, 4.5 hrs High School) Services were in a strip mall and were computer-based Service was only for long-term suspension and expelled students Bibb County is no longer one of their partners They decided to implement a different level of service that Ombudsman was not providing.

Overall graduation rate is 90% which is lower than Camelot at 94% The company does not want to use our district’s curriculum or technology resources making student transitions difficult since we do not currently utilize the same instructional materials or technology programs.

In addition, instructional materials are not necessarily aligned to our state’s standards.

Based on conversations with the districts they serve, there is too much reliance on computer-based instruction.

We requested information about

instructional strategies, the instructional framework used, professional development, and student leadership. We never received the requested information.

Ombudsman does not charge the same flat rate for regular and special education students.

Catapult – We currently have them and they will continue.

Now offers all three types of programs but did not at the time we began researching providers.

Partnered with another company (SESI) to provide contracted instructional services. While SESI has been in existence for some time, Catapult lacks experience in operating this type of model.

We have an existing contract with Catapult to provide dropout recovery services. ·Overall, we are happy with our drop-out recovery program which is largely due to Jimmy King, the Catapult employee, who runs the program on Edgewood’s campus. Jimmy is responsive and committed, but there has been a change in Catapult’s regional leadership outside of Muscogee County that has not been as responsive thus far. Here are some examples of our concerns: Since our contract was renewed on June 15, 2015, we have only heard from the corporate office one time. The purpose of the meeting was to introduce us to their new leadership, which has changed twice since we started our partnership.

Catapult does not charge the

same flat rate for regular and special education students.

Overall graduation rate is 91% which is lower than Camelot at 94% Given the above, it is our professional opinion that Catapult’s expanded programming and partnership with SESI is still too new to undertake this level of commitment, but perhaps one to consider in the future.

Camelot- Recommended Excel, Transitional and TDS under one umbrella All three programs share a consistent normative (Social /Emotional support) model Alt Ed: Behavior and Academic model to support the whole child (Other programs focus solely on behavior modification or academics [mostly via computer driven instruction]) Direct instruction by certified teachers and administrators Instruction aligned to local standards and curriculum Full-day programs Quality Management Reviews of every program ·Three separate independent studies on performance outcomes (provided in a previous email).

Accreditation across all three program types Post-secondary guidance and support Student leadership training According to the GaDOE website, here is a breakdown of our Per FTE Total Expenditures for the last four years: 2016 $8,657.59 2015 $8,611.66 2014 $9,150.55 2013 $9,265.34

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IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Columbus, Georgia - The Association of Sickle Cell, Lower Chattahoochee Region is hosting Get Acquainted, an orientation for those living with sickle cell in our area.

This orientation will cover information on the services and support we provide. It will be held at the Columbus Public Library on Macon Rd. from 10am till 12:30pm.

There will be refreshments and free giveaways. For more information please call 706.566.6329. Please reply as to your attendance.

WHAT: Get Acquainted: An orientation for those living with sickle cell disease WHEN: Saturday May 20th TIME:

10:00am-12:30pm

WHERE: Columbus Public Library CB&T Room (side B) 3000 Macon Rd Columbus, GA 31906

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National Association Of Negro Business And Professional Women's Club Celebrates 20th Annual Founder's Day /Scholarship Luncheon

By Wane A. Hailes The Courier The BPW Greater Columbus Club of, NANBPWC, National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Club celebrated it's 20th Annual Founder's Day /Scholarship Luncheon on Saturday April 29, 2017 at the Columbus Baptist Association.

The keynote speaker was Geniece

Granville the VP and General manager of DBI, Davis Broadcasting Inc. Members include Angela Campbell, Lois Williams; president, Brenda Tharpe, Jewell Rowell, Olivia Rutledge, Jannette Pruitt, DaMonica Cannon, Dr Beulette Hooks and Phyllis J Jones.

Book scholarships were awarded to Aleisha Nesbitt of Hardaway, Alana Daniels of Carver, Denise Herrod of Carver, and Callie Donahue of Central.

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Rev. Adrian Chester of Greater Beallwood Baptist Church, Pat Hugley Green, chairperson of MCSD, and Davis Broadcasting, Inc. recieved our community service awards.

The Mistress of Ceremony was Cheryl Renee, WTVM News Anchor an our musical guests were Rod and Ronita Baptiste along with Pamela Thomas, 1980 Miss Alabama State.

Jehovah’s Witnesses Welcome all to the 2017 “Don’t Give Up!” Regional Convention

Columbus, Ga.—Jehovah’s Witnesses will soon hold their annual conventions at the Columbus Civic Center Arena.

They extend an open invitation for all to attend. The theme of this year’s program is “Don’t Give Up!”

William Goodman, a convention spokesman, states: “Many people today suffer disappointment and feel discouraged, but there is hope. The Bible shows us how to have a happy life now and an even better life in the future. The Bible’s message of hope is the subject of this year’s Regional Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses enti tled “Don’t Give Up!”.

From the

Chairman’s opening address entitled “We Must Not Give Up-Especially Now!” on Friday morning, to the closing discourse on Sunday with the admonition to “Keep In Expectation…It will Not Be Late!”, you will see compelling reasons to ‘Never Give Up’ in your hope for a happy life and future. A highlight of the program will be a three part feature film that follows a family who learns why Jesus said to “Remember the Wife of Lot”. There will also be many multimedia presentations which will help you discover how the Bible, and even nature, teaches us lessons about how to endure. Also, on Sunday at 11:20 there will be a Public Bible Discourse

entitled: “Never Give Up Hope!”. You will not want to miss this special event; all three days will prove to be a source of comfort and strength for everyone in attendance.

Starting this weekend and continuing for the next three weeks, Jehovah’s Witnesses will extend personal invitations to everyone from the Northern Florida Panhandle as well as Southwest Georgia and Eastern Alabama to attend the convention. Locally, all of the area’s congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses will help distribute personal invitations to the convention. There is no admission fee and no collection will be tak-

en. Conventions of Jehovah’s Witnesses are supported entirely by voluntary donations.

The first of two three-day events to be held in Columbus Ga. will begin Friday June 9, 2017, at 9:20 a.m. and will be repeated the weekend of June 16, 2017.

An estimated 9,800 people will come to the Civic Center Arena for the two Bible-based programs.

Jehovah’s Witnesses in the United States are conducting 481 conventions—in 31 languages across 123 cities. Worldwide, there are over 8,340,000 Witnesses in more than 119,000 congregations. All who attend will enjoy the program.

EMPOWER - INSPIRE - INFORM

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EXTRAORDINARY INTENTIONS

By Jonathan “Bam� Rivers

Ask and You Shall Receive

Closed mouths don't get fed is an expression that has always resonated within my spirit because the message is simple; you can't eat if you aren't willing to open your mouth and receive

the meal. When was the last time you received an answer to a question you never asked? The answer is probably never and this is one of the main roadblocks to success for many people. The fear of being told no or not this time creates the mindset of not asking for what you want. Don't expect others to be mind readers because you think they know you! You should know what you want and be confident enough in yourself to ask for what you want.

Even if you receive a no, ask for a reason so you can continue to grow from that point of rejection. You must earn the right to be great and successful and sometimes the best option is simply opening your mouth and expressing interest. Remember, you will miss 100% of the shots you never take!! Don't allow yourself to be stuck in neutral because you're afraid of asking how to move forward. When you A.S.K. you are Always Seeking Knowledge and what is more beneficial than that?

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PFC Terrianna Hardy Receives Coveted Molly Marine Award

PFC Terrianna Hardy was recently awarded the Molly Marine Award. The award represents an ideal of excellence that all women Marines strive for. Hardy was voted by her peers to represent that ideal above all in her platoon.

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(StatePoint) Haga la vida sencilla y deliciosa este verano con aperitivos, botanas y charolas de fiesta de estilo mediterráneo que están listas para servirse en un momento. No importa cuál sea la ocasión, desde barbacoas hasta graduaciones, puede disfrutar de toda una temporada de diversión al aire libre con estas ideas.

Consejos para decorar y servir Elija tulipanes, girasoles y gerberas de colores vivos para poner la mesa de un modo alegre. Conjunte los platos de aperitivos con flores para crear una agradable presentación.

Cuando lleguen los invitados, póngales un vaso en la mano para que se sientan bienvenidos y listos para disfrutar sus deliciosos alimentos. La clave para recibir invitados de manera agradable es tanto estar preparado como ser parte

de la fiesta. Cree una atmósfera de autoservicio que le dé a usted, el anfitrión, más libertad para disfrutar de tiempo con sus invitados.

Comida básica inteligente Con comida básica inteligente a mano, es sencillo poner en marcha la fiesta. Las aceitunas, por ejemplo, son el eje de la dieta mediterránea. De intenso sabor, son maravillosamente versátiles. Combinadas con sabores frescos de verduras de temporada, como espárragos, tomates, pimientos morrones y pepinos, pueden darle vida a cualquier plato con una abundante y satisfactoria explosión de sabor. También se conjuntan naturalmente con cualquier queso, añadidas a la pasta o servidas con hummus, panes de estilo rústico y vinos refrescantes de verano.

Una, dos, tres brochetas Pruebe esta sabrosa idea:

empiece con palillos para crear brochetas de un solo servicio que los invitados pueden llevar consigo fácilmente mientras socializan. Elija tres o cuatro distintos tipos de aceitunas, pequeños cubos de queso y rebanadas de carnes listas para comerse. Por ejemplo, comience con una Kalamata de Pearls Specialties o aceitunas rellenas de ajo. A continuación, añada una rebanada de su queso favorito cortado en pequeños cubos. Después, combínelos con una rebanada de salami, jamón ahumado o anillos salteados de sabrosas salchichas. Clave todo en un palillo para ofrecer sencillos entremeses de un bocado. Esta combinación de sabores hace que los invitados vuelvan por más y más.

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gral con una porción de hummus y rebanadas cortadas en cruz de aceitunas Kalamata.

Para agregar color, sabor y textura, pruebe un hummus de remolacha o pesto de albahaca. Combine colores y sabores añadiendo rebanadas delgadas de pepino, queso feta marinado y desmigado o una acidulada salsa de mango ya preparada. Sírvalo de inmediato para mantener crujientes las galletas. Desaparecerán rápidamente y son visualmente muy atractivas.

Barra de aceitunas hecha en casa Elija un surtido de cuatro o cinco distintos tipos de aceitunas para presentarlas en un plato grande. Para ofrecer diversidad de opciones, pruebe las aceitunas Pearls Specialties en las tiendas locales de comestibles, Target y Walmart, que ofrecen Kalamata, Greek Queens rellenas ya sea con

ajo o chiles jalapeños, un surtido mezclado griego y clásicas aceitunas negras maduras de California.

Lleve unos tomates cherry o uva, un paquete de tortellini congelados con salsa de pesto y algunos “bocconcini” tamaño bocadillo, que son pequeñas bolas de mozzarella en aceitunas, ya sea marinadas con hierbas y aceite de oliva o sencillas. Combine estos elementos en un plato grande, en distintas secciones, y proporcione pequeños platos de entremeses y palillos de fiesta para sus invitados.

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Con los ingredientes correctos y una alegre disposición de la mesa, recibir invitados en verano puede ser sencillo, divertido y brillante.

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Satisfacer Judith Lopez con Mujeres En Nuevo Comienzo Pequeños Negocios Y Prodecionales De La Comunidad Esta Ayudando Aque Este Grupo Sea Canal De Bendicion Permitiendoles Referir Para Ayuda A Personas En Necesidad.

All The Ones In The Same Situation , Struggle Alone Or With Families; And The Ones Who Want Make A Difference On Those Families With Their K n o w l e d g e , Ta l e n t s A n d Leadership Are Part Of It.

De Una Posicion De Trabajar Calladamente, Ya Listas Para Lanzar Un Poyecto Social Que Cambiara La Posicion De Las Mujeres Latinoamericanas E Internacionales De Esta Comunidad.

Their Vision Is To Strive For A Better Quality Life For Their Families, Themselves And The Community Were They Belong, Ignore Oppositions Overcome Limitations, Develop Their Talents And Be Educated On Areas That Help Achieve Whatever Reason Affect Their Advancement, But Most Of All Inspire Others To Do The Same.

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Mujeres En Nuevo Comienzo, Un Grupo Que Comenzo Con Latinas Del Area De Tri-City ( Columbus-Fort Benning-Phenix City) Radio Escuchas Del Programa De Radio Regular & Cibernetico Nueco Comienzo Con Udith Lopez, Programa De Servicio A La Comunidad.

Mujeres Qie Encontraron Que Su Historia Era Muy Parecida Y Tenia Un Denominador Comun. Llegaron Al Area Por El Army-Fort Benning, Sus Historias Todas A Cierto Punto Experimentaron La Negligencia De La Omision De La Proteccion Del “Spause Act” En Sus Procesos De Separacion Que Las Desprotejieron De Sus Derechos Adqiuridos Dejandolaas En Desventaja, Vu l n e r a b l e s Y E n U n a Capacidad De Desventaja Para Poder Pagar Los Altos Costos Legales Que Le Garantizarian Sus Derechos Y Los De Su Familia.

No Es Una Organizacion, Es Un Grupo Comunitario, Pero Esta En Proceso De Ser Una Fundacion. Decididas A Trabajar Juntas Para Sobrellevar Los Factores Y Eventos De Adversidad Que Sean Relevantes O Impactantes En El Progreso De Las Familias En Su Misma Situacion. Segun A Pasado El Tiempo Ottras Mujeres De Diferentes Nacionalidades Se Han Unido Al Grupo.

Algo Que Comenzo Para Mujeres Latinoamericanas, Se Ha Convertido En Un Grupo De Hermandad Para Otras Mujeres En La Misma Situacion, Luchando Solas O Con Sus Familias O Para Aquellas Que Quieren Hacer Una Diferencia En La Vida De Otras Familias Poniendo Sus Capacidades, Ta l e n t o s , E d u c a c i o n Y Liderazgo Al Servicio De Los Demas.

Su Vision Es Alcanzar Una Mejor Calidad De Vida Para Sus Familias, Ellas Mismas Y La Comunidad A La Que Pertenecen, Ignorando Oposiciones, Sobrepasando Limitaciones, Desarrollando Sus Tlentos, Educandose En Areas Que Las Ayuden A Alcanzar Cualquier Razon Que Este Afectando Su Crecimiento, Pero Mas Que Eso Sera Inspirar A Otras Mujeres Hacer Lo Mismo.

Con Un Plan De Vida Que Las Ayude Desarrollarse Como Lideres A Traves De La Fe, Trabajando Como Un Equipo, Educandose En Su Crecimiento Personal Y Trabajando Unidas Para Ser Haciendo Un Impacto En Ottras Personas, Por Que De Seguro Se Podran Romper Murallas, Opresion Y Esa Mal Percepcion De Nuestra Comunidad Latina.

Organizaciones Locales, Nacionales, Iglesias, Agencias, Grupos, Ministerios, Dueños De

Women’ At New Beginning Start With A Group Of Latinas From The Tri-City Area (ColumbusFort Benning-Phenix City) Listeners Of A Spanish Radio –Streamline Program New Beginning With Judith Lopez, Community Service Program. Women’s That Found Out Most Of Their Stories Have A Common Denominator, Came Here Because The Army-Fort Benning, Their Stories All At Some Point Experience The Neglect Of The Spause Act Enforce On Legal Process Leave Them Unprotected, Vulnerable And On Financial Disvantage Capacity To Paid Long Legal Expenses.

Is Not An Organization, Is A Community Group, But Is In Process To Become A Foundation.

D e c i d e To W o r k Together To Overcome Issues Or Adversity Events That Make A Relevant Impact On Families At The Same Situations. Since The Time Passed, Others Womens From Different Nacionalities Join Them.

Something That Start For Latinoamerican’s Ladies, Become A Group Of Siserhood For

With A Plan Of Live That Help Develop Leaders Thru Faith, Work As A Team, Educate For Personal Grow And Make An Impact To Others Working In

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Unity, For Sure Will Help Overcome Those Barrierss, Oppression And Mis Perception Of Our Latino Community On The Rest Around Us. National And Local Organizations, Churches, Agencies, Groups, Ministries, Small Business Owner And Professional Personalities On The Area Are Helping Them To Become Channel Of Blessings To Families Allowed Them To Be Able To Do Referrals For Families On Need.

From An “Underground” Calling… Ready To Launch A Social Project That Will Change The Position Of The Latinoamerican And International Womens Of This Area.

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