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Micah B. Phillips fights the good fight. From winning on the professional football field to saving lives from threatening fires or pastoring his church, Micah is a homegrown hero. He wears a Rose Bowl ring and carries the honor of knowing he saves lives.

These accomplishments are extensions of his passion for people and his desire to make a fresh change for the residents of District 3 as your next Dallas County Commissioner.

Micah boldly states that there are significant problems in our great county. His top three issues to tackle are the economic revitalization of District 3, public safety and public health. Through fostering a business-friendly climate, he seeks to stimulate the economy by engaging the public in community development and giving businesses tax abatements for locating in the southern sector. Regarding public safety, Micah believes that all residents should live with a sense of security in District 3. Thus, he will prioritize sufficient funding for equipment and manpower of all public safety departments. Micah understands the importance of quality healthcare and calls for the development of a Southern Parkland Medical Complex so that immediate care is available for the citizens of our district.

The old District 3 leadership states that the commissioner role can only do so much. Micah begs to differ. The new, fresh answer is an open-minded, solution-oriented approach that looks beyond the status quo and empowers the people toward their own success. It’s time for the Big, Bad Wolf to be carried off into the forest of retirement where he won’t bother people any longer. Vote Micah B. Phillips for Dallas County Commissioner District 3 on May 29th.

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Word From The Publisher

Dr. William Blair

Debra Blair Abron

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Proud of our graduates For the next few weeks young men and women will be graduating from our institutions of higher learning. Many of them have worked years for this moment. They have spent hours in the library, equipping their minds to confront the complicated problems of the future that will certainly confront them.

I would like to applaud all of our graduates.

We are very proud of you and your accomplishments. What you are about to complete has not been easy. Not many of the people who started in high school with you will walk across the stage with you nor turn their tassels from one side to the other.

You must remember that your accomplishment is a monumental step in your life and you must continue to pursue formal education, whether it be in the classroom or in the laboratory of life. Use your minds just as automobiles use their car engines. Never run out of fuel.

Continue to be fine-turned machines.

I would also like to thank all of those who supported the graduates. Many are mothers, whose special day we celebrate this week.

Without the support of mothers and your fathers, graduates, you would not have been able to accomplish what you are accomplishing. Never forget that and continue to honor and respect your parents and your grandparents, aunts, uncles and other family members for the sacrifices they have made for you.

This is your time to blast off. This is your time to celebrate the many late nights that you spent in your rooms studying for exams and preparing for the numerous tests that your instructors have given you during the past four or even eight years. You must be very proud of what you have accomplished. It is not something that many people have been able to do.

I would also ask that you not forgot those who were not able to graduate today. Remember those who still live in the neighborhoods that produced you. Remember those who find themselves behind prison walls.

It is going to be your responsibility to do something to bring an end to the conditions that keep others mired in difficult circumstances.

Also, don’t forget to thank God for allowing you to have this moment in your life.

Without HIM this moment would not have been possible. I am very proud of you and I look forward to seeing the many wonderful things that you will do with your lives and your training.

We do not spend enough time thanking the women and men who teach our children in our public school day after day with little thought to themselves. They are not paid well enough and they are worked beyond the bounds of prudent work.

They are left with the tasks of training young minds that will one day be the leaders of this community and this country. And yet, we do not thank them enough.

On behalf of the Elite Newspaper, I would like to thank those teachers who make daily sacrifices to educate young minds. Most of us who received public educations had teachers who devoted their entire lives to our betterment.

Perhaps there are some things that we can do for our teachers. Perhaps we can give those who devote their lives to teaching tuition free educations while they are students. Perhaps, we can waive any of the loans that they may have had to secure before they made the decisions to become teachers.

Perhaps we can raise their salaries and give their children tuition free educations within the state of Texas. There are some things that we must do.

There are countries in the world where those who are teachers are revered. Not in this coun-

Praise for our TEACHERS!

try. Here, our teachers are sometimes looked down upon with disdain. They are not given the support that they should be given, and they certainly do not receive the respect that they are worthy of.

I have heard stories of teachers in our local public school systems that have had to take second jobs just to pay their mortgages and meet their other obligations. There is no doubt that we need to pay them more.

I am hopeful that the new school superintendent that was hired recently by the city will be a person who recognizes the daily contributions and sacrifices that our teachers make. I am hopeful that he will be sensitive to their needs and will recognize those who project excellence.

Teaching these days is not an easy job. We have students who come from undisciplined environments, who bring an assortment of problems to the classrooms with them. Those who teach them must deal with their learning and their trouble. It is unfair to ask them to deal with all of that. And it is even more unfair that they are not compensated on a level consistent with what they experience each day.

We must pay our teachers fairly!

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A belief in serving the public

By Joseph Green-Bishop Elite News Staff

Missionary Brenda E. Wright-Washington Neighborhood House of Prayer Church Pastor(s): Dr. C.R. Proctor Favorite Scripture: Exodus 14:14 Favorite Songs: “I Got a Testimony” Favorite Sayings: “God’s got It, I Need It, and By Faith, I’m Going to Get It” Church Affiliations: Missionary, Assistant Sunday School Teacher, Bible Study Teacher, Choir Lead Singer, Prayer Warrior

For the vast majority of her public life, Judge Teresa Guerra Snelson, has believed in public service.

It was something that her mother, Teresa, and her later father, Jaime, who immigrated to this country from Mexico, taught her as young child.

“My parents believed in fairness and integrity,” said Judge Snelson, a graduate of the University of Houston Law School who for the past eight years has worked as an associate judge on the Dallas Civil District Court.

“I was appointed by the other sitting judges,” said Judge Snelson. “I decided to run for a seat on the bench because I believe that I am experienced, and that people should be treated with fairness and decency,” said the Judge who is one of several candidates running for a vacancy on the court.

A lawyer for 21 years, Judge

Snelson says that she has received the support of some very prominent groups and individuals In Dallas. “I received the support of Texas Association of Good Government,” she said. “They are a very responsible group of citizens and community leaders. They understand that I will treat people the same without regards to status, wealth or skin color,” she said.

“I know the importance of listening to people,” she said. “I come from very humble beginnings. All of my life I have attended public colleges and schools. I have had to work my way through,” said Judge Snelson who has been campaigning for the seat since last July.

“Each day since announcing I have been juggling being a parent, a full-time job and a candidate,” she said.

Judge Snelson said that it was important to have people who have judicial and life experiences as a part of the judiciary. “The law must be communicated properly,” she said. “People must be treated

with respect and judges have to apply the law with a sense of compassion.”

Judge Snelson said that there were people in society who did not receive equal justice when they went to court. “I do not believe that judge should see color,” she said.

“Justice should be color blind and people should receive equal treatment,” said Judge Snelson, a past president of the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association who also worked to bring a law school to downtown Dallas.

“Dallas is one of the few urban areas in the country that does not have a law school,” she said.

“Brining a school of law to downtown Dallas was very important to me, she said of the institution that will start its first classes in 2013.

“I have struggled all of my life,” she said. “I managed to get an education relying on grants and financial aid. “I have learned that sometimes in life we get knocked down but we have to get back up,” she Judge Snelson, whose husband, Steve, is also a lawyer.

The Snelsons teach Sunday school at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church. “Two of my biggest supporters are our two children, Casey who is 12 and Skylar who is 10. “My daughter would be disappointed if I did not mention Bella, our nine-month-old puppy who is an important member of our family.”

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by Dr. Karen Hollie

Dear Dr. Hollie, I am a 38-year-old single mother of three. I am a college grad and gainfully employed.

My problem is I have been engaged several times, but the actual wedding never takes place.

My friends tell me that I am too anxious to get married. Although I would love to get married to the right man, I am never the one to start talking about marriage.

The guys I meet usually start talking marriage after about 3 or 4 weeks into the relationship. I know this is too early in a relationship to think about marriage, but it is always the same.

When the man keeps talking about marriage for a couple of weeks, I start thinking that maybe this time he’s the one I’m meant to be with and I know all I need to know about him.

Then almost without really thinking about it, I am planning a wedding.

Of course before the actual date arrives, I find out the negative things and the wedding is off.

Am I being too critical or am I moving too fast?

Always a Fiancée Never a Bride

Dear Always, One thing to always remember is if you keep doing the same thing then you will always get the same result. Think about slowing down and just enjoying the relationship one day at a time.

Marriage is a serious commitment and can be challenging under the best of circumstances. So take time to know him before even considering marriage.

Mother’s Day by Henry Nelson Ephesians 6:1-3 1”Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.2”Honor your father and mother” which is the first commandment with a promise 3”that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.”

This week we are honoring our mothers. Not only are we commanded to honor our mothers; it is also the sensible and loving thing to do. Many of us here today wish we still had our mothers living so we could honor them, remember them and love them.

A six-year-old boy, separated from his mother in a supermarket, began to call frantically for “Martha! Martha! Martha!”

That was his mother’s name and she came running to him quickly. “But, honey,” she admonished, “you should not call me ‘Martha’, I am ‘Mother’ to you.”

“Yes, I know,” he answered, “but this store is full of mothers.”

Our world is full of mothers, but we have only one mother who is special. Should be. Must always be. There is no one like our mothers. And no one can take the place of our mothers.

Someone wrote: You have Turned into a Mom When: You automatically double-knot everything you tie.

You find yourself humming the Barney song as you do the dishes. You hear a baby cry in the grocery store, and you start

er. “This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it.”

My mother taught me the circle of life. “I brought you into this world, and I can take you out.”

My mother taught me about behavior modification. “Stop acting like your father!” My mother taught me about envy.

“There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who do not have wonderful parents like you do.”

My mother taught me about anticipation. “Just wait until we get home” My mother taught me about receiving. “You are going to get it when you get home!”

My mother taught me medical science.”If you do not stop crossing your eyes, the wind will change and you will stay like that.”

My mother taught me how to become an adult.”If you do not eat your vegetables, you will never grow up.” My mother taught me genetics. “You act just like your father.”

My mother taught me about my roots. “Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn? My mother taught me wisdom. “When you get to be my age, you will understand.”My mother taught me about justice. “One day you will have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you!”

On Mother’s Day we cannot say enough good things about our mothers, but we will try.

And God help us if we do not!

A boy got his first job. As he

was boasting about the amount of work he did, he said, “I get up at 5 a.m. and have my breakfast.” He was asked, “Does anyone else get up too?” He replied, “Oh yes, mother gets up and fixes my breakfast and then fixes dad’s breakfast.”

“And what about your dinner?” The boy said, “Oh, mother, fixes that too.” “Does your mother have the afternoon to herself?”

The boy replied, “No, mama cleans the house, looks after the other children, and then gets supper for me and dad when we come home. Then we watch TV before we go to bed.”

“What about your mother?

What does she do?” The boy replied, “Mama washes some clothes and irons the rest of the evening.”

“Do you get paid?” “Of course, Dad and I get paid.”

“And what about your mother, does she get paid too?” The boy replied, “mother, get paid?!

Mother does not get paid. She does not do any work.”

If anyone believes that moms do not work, I would suggest that you’d better keep your mouth shut.

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to gently sway back and forth, back and forth.

However, your children are either at school or long gone!

You actually start to like the smell of strained carrots mixed with applesauce. You spend a half hour searching for your sunglasses only to have your teenager say, “Mom, why do not you wear the ones you pushed up on your head?” You are out for a nice romantic meal with your husband, enjoying some real adult conversation, when suddenly you realize that you’ve reached over and started to cut up his steak!

My mother taught me to appreciate a job well done. “If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning.”

My mother taught me about religion. “You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”My mother taught me about time travel. “If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the middle of next week!”

My mother taught me logic.”Because I said so, that’s why.” My mother taught me foresight. “Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you’re in an accident.” My mother taught me irony. “Keep crying and I will give you something to cry about.” My mother taught me about the science of osmosis. “Shut your mouth and eat your supper.”

My mother taught me about stamina. “You’ll sit there until all that spinach is gone.” My mother taught me about weath-

As I study the word of God, I find many principles or laws regarding how to pray. Persistent prayer and insistent prayer stand out most to me.

Our prayers should be persistent. We learned that God’s delays are not denials. But we persist, because we know that prayer keeps us in fellowship with God and each day brings the answers to our prayers nearer. For instance, the church has been praying the last prayer of the Bible for nearly 2000 years! “Even so come, Lord Jesus” (Rev. 22:20), yet we are not discouraged, for we know that He may return at any moment. Remember the words of our Lord “Men ought always to pray, and not faint” (Luke 18:1).

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Welcome to the weekend, Baaaby! This weekend’s our second in a series featuring cool international vacation destinations and we’ll be taking the short flight to Cancun/Cozumel! First however, it’s huge week in the Browning household! I’d like to congratulate our daughter Danielle, who’ll march across The Texas Woman’s University stage in Denton Texas, accepting her Bachelor of Scince Degree in Criminal Justice! Thank You Lord for protecting his child, who lived on campus the 1st two years and the third(That’s right, she did it in 3)decided to move home to help care for her 84 year old Grandmother with Dementia/Alzheimers. Daddy and Momma are so proud of you! This weekends 2nd biggest event is Pat and Emmitt Smith’s charity weekend(http:// www.emmittsmith.com/) Good luck to Pat, Emmitt and all the stars in raising a ton of money for charity! Now, lets trip!

The number one question I received on last weeks column t go to Jamaica(email me at Smokinkevan@verizon.net) was, “Do you need a passport”? The answer is yes on each of our 4 international destinations this month!

You can get all the paper work and and apply for your passport, including taking the photo at many U.S. Post Office locations. For all the rules, including a downloadable application, visit http://www.travel.state.gov/ We have the passport book/$110 and it arrives in less than 4-6 weeks regular service, or 2-3 weeks expedited! Cancun and Cozumel are Mexico’s modern idea of paradise. My 1st thought about Mexico,living here in Texas? Is it safe? The answer for Cancun/Cozumel and ya gotta include Playa Del Carmen in the vacation triangle is yes. Mexico’s drug violence is located further inland, however when traveling, it always a good idea to let the U.S. Government know, by going to state.gov/travel/ cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_970.html The biggest hassle you should have is the Time Share sales people at the airport. When in Mexico we like to stay All-Inclusive...Each of these towns is a resort haven, with tons of choices. Visit the forums section on trip Tripadvisor.com to get the inside skinny on all of these spots. Cancun is the nightlife party capitol! If you can’t find a party in Cancun, you’ve probably passed out! For a bit of a different party, visiting the floating disco called Barco Pirates Nights and dance the night away with Midievil Times type atmosphere In Mexico. So many food choices, but being a seafood lover, I gravitate to El Fish Fritanga, for inexpensive yummy food! One of the coolest things to do is hop the Ultamar Ferry(12 dollar RT) for a day trip to Cozumel or Isla Mujeres(Don’t even think about swimming with the whales here unless you are an expert and strong swimmer)! In Cozumel, Carlos and Charlie’s and Guido’s are musts eat restaurants and late night party spots! Prepare to open your mouth for the Tequila/margarita sipping swallowing contest, whew,lol! Tons of shopping including “Langostino” Mall! Be ready to haggle and bargain, it’s expected! Our fave public/private beach and home of Sunshine “The Sipping Parrot”, great food and drink, international visitors, and the incredible salt water that forces you to float is Paradise Beach! http://www.paradise-beach-cozumel.com.

I’d base my trip in Cancun, Our #1 hotel in Cancun is the RIU Cancun, perfect location, immaculate and on the beach! In Cozumel, the El Cozumeleno, All Inclusive is good for a night or two! For great deals remember Livinsocial.com and Groupon.com, along with various airline websites! Happy Birthday to YOU and celebs this week: Ving Rhames 51, Mike Myers 49 and Kim Fields is 43. Thanks for Rollin With A Brotha in The Elite News, online at SmokinKevan @Twitter, Kevan Browning on Facebook, my email Smokinkevan@verizon.net and our gourmet coffee biz www.Faitbrew.organogold.com

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Fort Worth Section Mark your calendars for the next Jim Austin Online.com Network Mixer on May 16, 2012, from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at the fabulous Worthington Renaissance Hotel located at 200 Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102. The guest speaker will be Fort Worth City Manager Tom Higgins. Austin Company real estate broker Jim Austin will also celebrate his birthday during the mixer, so you are invited to stop by for networking and birthday cake. RSVP 817923-9305 or receptionist@austincompany.com.

Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Olive Baptist Church and Forest Hill Presbyterian Gloria Austin Church are sponsoring the 2nd Annual Youth Ministries Golf Tournament Benefiting Boy Scouts of America Troop-528, Troop-216 and Troop-515, on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the Waterchase Golf Club in Fort Worth. Contact Frank Walker, 817-2280993 for additional info or to support the event as a sponsor.

Remember, Jubilee Theatre is featuring Nathan Louis Jackson’s play Broke-ology, through June 10th. A special ticket price including a pre-play reception is being sponsored by Gerald & Candace Alley of Con-Real LP and Jim & Gloria Austin of Austin Company Commercial Real Estate on Sunday, May 20th at 2:00pm. Call 817-923-9305 for tickets.

The Fort Worth Library will continue it popular free Jazz series. The 3rd Thursday Jazz Series is currently scheduled to begin May 19th and will run through fall 2012. Live performances take place each month at 6:30 pm, at the downtown Central Library. Brad Leali’s Quintet is first on the line up with “The Bebop Revolution”, featuring the music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. June is scheduled to feature Victor Cager and Jazz vocalist Tatiana Mayfield. July brings the James Shannon Quintet. Grammy Award-winning drummer Adonis Rose will perform on August 16th with his band, bringing the music of New Orleans to the stage. For more information, call 817-392-7323.

Until next time, this has been your Fort Worth Connection.

You can find out about these and other exciting events taking place in Fort Worth by visiting www.JimAustinOnline.com.

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C E L E B R AT I N G 5 2 Y E A R S O F S E RV I N G T H E C H U R C H A N D T H E C O M M U N I T Y Pointing out that there will always be differences, Dr. Evans said that his focus is on unity and “what we can do that will make an impact on the future, our community and generations to come.”

Pastor Evans is known for loving Monopoly and it is obvious by the economic development on Camp Wisdom Road in Southern Dallas County.

Evans keynotes Southern Bible Institute’s 85th Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship’s motto is “Discipline the Church to Impact anniversary celebration the World. The Church and its members are making a significant impact through their efforts.

Adding to an already exciting evening was the performance by Mr. Phipps, who is also energetically involved with his community.

By Annette Cullors Mr. Phipps is an education activist, motivational speaker and pastor. He is Elite News Community Relations founder, president, and CEO of the U.S. Dream Academy, Inc., a non-profit organization that provides mentoring and tutoring to children of incarcer Established 85 years ago when most schools would not admit ated parents and children falling behind in school.

Blacks, Southern Bible Institute celebrated its founding with a flourish that “We were created to grow to resemble, and reflect the body of Christ,” Mr. included an inspiring keynote address from Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Phipps said. ”People get confused with chasing success instead of glorifyChurch’s Pastor Tony Evans and a riveting performance by tow-time Gram- ing God. my nominated Gospel and inspiration singer, Wintley Phipps, last week.

“I agree with them and I believe that we must embrace diversity and Focusing on a theme of “Oneness,” SBI’s president greeted attendees to understand that the communities we are raised in are only training wheels the celebration, “My prayers as we gather together this evening is, as we for how we live our lives out in the big world God has given to all of us to see people of different ethnicities, experiences, denominations, intergenera- share. We never know where our careers may take us, therefore we have to tional and church memberships, each of us will interact with someone that be open to the grand possibilities that may push us into the hands of somebefore tonight was unknown to us.” one that has more to offer than we do, or better yet the opportunities we

As he shared some of the school’s rich history, Dr. Hawkins said he have to make a difference in someone else’s life.” wants people to see SBI as a servant in the community, “as images of leadership” and that students will see the community as a priority.

“This is a glorious occasion and I am proud to be a part of this event as I share it with my good friend Tony Evans,” he continued, adding that his goal is, “that the word of God gets out and that it becomes real in people lives.”

Dr. Tony Evans, who based his speech on his book “Racism, Culture and Unity,”said, “I want this church to be known as one that reaches out Rev. Dr. Martin Hawkins Rev. Dr. Tony Evans Atist- Wintley Phipps into the community to encourage economic development, education, strong families, racial and cultural unity.”

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A Great turn out for the 12th Annual Golf Classic

1st PLace Team - Lee Carter, Ron Byrd, “Miss Elite News”, Ron Gaston, J.W. White, Debra Blair Abron

Evelyn Harris, Mark Toliver II, William “Bill” Blair Elite News Founder

Debra Blair Abron, Lori Davis Blair,”Miss Elite” Mr. Dale, Tamara Amos ,Sherry Christian, William “Bill” Blair

Larry Taylor Esq., “Miss Elite News”, Frank Harris

2nd Place Team - Red Delasbour, Gary Spurgeon, “Miss Elite News”, Phillip Epps, Richard Tolbert Most Honest Team - Curtis Wilbert, State Representative Eric Johnson, Lillian Clark, Bobbie Beachum

Hott Doc, “Miss Elite News” 3rd Place Team - Author Robertson, Darrell Sanders, Miss Elite News’ Gynger Dorsey, Leon Zeno, Tyrone Hodge 4th Place Team - Freddie Crawford, MilTamara Amos, ton Crawford, Charles Stuart, Ken Cooper Debra Blair Abron William “Bill” Blair Miss Elite News’ Gynger Dorsey, State Rep. Eric Johnson, Sherry Christian of Elite News

Darryl Blair, Larry Taylor, Sherry Christian, “Miss Elite News”, Evelyn Harris, Mark Vernon Abron, Debra Blair Abron, Toliver II, Frank Harris Photos By Casey “Hott Doc” Blair Darryl Blair,William “Bill” Blair May 11, 2012 www.dfwelitenews.com Page 10

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Before Elvis, before the Beatles, there was the story of MEMPHIS. Loosely based on legendary events, MEMPHIS tells the story of white DJ Huey Calhoun, who is drawn to an all-black club on Beale Street where he discovers “the music of his soul” - and a dazzling black singer named Felicia Farrell whom he is determined to catapult to stardom. Despite simmering racial tensions, Huey decides to fight for integrated airwaves, charting a course that dramatizes the breaking down of black-white barriers in both Christian circles and the community at large. Through sheer force of personality he manages to transform his show into a local sensation by spinning rhythm & blues records previously unavailable to white listeners. The wider audience gleefully adopts the infectious rhythms but stops short of embracing Huey’s growing love for Felicia, whose talent positions her for national fame. As cultural forces threaten to keep them apart, the ill-fated pair march on toward their destinies - and the civil rights movement, and rock ’n’ roll, are born.

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By Mark A. Toliver II Elite News Sports Writer Football, the gladiator sport. Football is a great sport played by many and loved by even more.

There are several things that make this game so beloved. It’s something to see some of the worlds biggest, fastest, and the strongest men in the world compete in this sport.

Why do I say this? The bigger, the stronger , THE BETTER. Most football players stand around 6’3 6’4, and weigh 230- 250 pounds of muscle.

This is the start to building the prototype football player.

See big guys running, blocking and tackling, yea that’s the basics, but that’s not why people love the game! Spectators love to see the violence. Fans wait to see the big play, spectators wait for the play when the running back runs through a tackle, or when a linebacker makes that bone crushing tackle, that’s the attraction,it’s the violence.

I’m not saying that guys play the game to hurt each other, but if you are going to be a football player, you will have to deal with pain.

Let’s face it football is a collision sport.The game of football is basically broke down

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into offense and defense.

For every offensive player there is a defensive player. For example The quarterback on offense is mirrored by the safety on defense.

The receiver is mirrored by a cornerback, a running back is often mirrored by a linebacker.

The running backs job is to advance the ball on the ground. The linebackers job is to stop the ball from advancing. Needless to say if a team has big strong running backs the opposing team should have big strong linebackers.

Linebacker is a big time position! It is the most physical position on the football field.

The linebacker is often the best athlete a team. The linebacker is often the back bone of the defensive unit. The linebacker is often the captain of the defense.

The linebacker has to take on large offensive lineman, the linebacker has to take on fullbacks, the linebacker has to cover in the passing game, and most importantly the linebacker has to be a hard-hitting, knock your block off type of player.

The story of Junior Seau’s death was a sad day for sports fans all across the nation.Seau

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was on his way to the NFL Hall of Fame, he was the prototype linebacker, Seau was truly a great player.Junior Seau shot himself in the chest moments after making his final phone call to his mother.

Seau also sent a text message to his exwife and his three kids simply saying “Love You”. Seau’s behavior had grown erratic in recent years , was found dead in his Oceanside, California home last week. News of his violent death stunned the football world and immediately raised question about the impact of concussions in the game of football.

The former San Diego Charger was named All-Pro 12 times during his 20 year career.

Seau also played for the Miami Dolphins and the New England Patriots.Seau retried in 2009 and is one of the biggest stars to be claimed in the tragic wave of NFL suicides.

Seau’s death and the manner of death raised suspicions that he was suffering from the effects of concussions and brain damage. Former Chicago Bears star Dave Duerson also turned a gun on himself,but left a note stating he wanted to spare his brain so it could be studied by those reseachering football related injuries.

Junior Seau Researchers later found that Duerson had severe brain trauma.Seau was never listed on an NFL injury report, but was a famous hard hitter who played one of the sports most violent positions. Suicide has become a all-too familiar outcome for former NFL players.

Former Atlanta Falcons safety Ray Easterling shot himself. Easterling was one of 1300 ex-players who filed concussion related lawsuit against the NFL.Seau played for USC he was drafted in the 1st round by San Diego in 1990. he was named to the NFL in 1990 all decade team.

He lead the Chargers to the Super Bowl in 1994. But the 1994 team has been stalked by tragedy, Seau is the 8th player on that team to die. The others died from heart problems or other freak accidents and a lighting strike.

But whatever the cause of death the game that joined them together and gave them so many memories has ended. Seau was a good one, sorry it ended this way but we thank God for you!!!Mark A Toliver II

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Texas Children’s Network will be accepting bids for its 2012 SFSP. Bids are due 5/24 at 1p.m. @ the offices located at 3997 Siena Dr. Frisco, TX. 75033. The pgm will run from 6/4 - 8/24 & have approx 2 locations serving approx 500 meals. For a copy of the Bid and Contract, pls contact Lance lancealot9@gmail.com To file a complaint of discrimination, write or call immediately to: USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY) USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Obituaries Moore, Nellie F.

80. Wake- Friday, May 11 from 8:30-9:30 pm at Golden Gate- 4155 S. R.L. Thornton Frwy.

Service- Saturday, May 12 at 11 am at Straightway Pentecostal Cathedral C.O.G.I.C.- 1121 Reynoldston Lane. Dallas, Texas

White, George E.

55. Viewing- Thursday, May 10 from 2-9 pm at Golden Gate- 4155 S.R.L. Thornton Frwy.

Service- Friday, May 11 at 1 pm at Temple of Truth C.O.G.I.C.- 914 Lancaster Hutchinson Rd. Lancaster, Texas.

Haywood, Benetha

55. Service- Saturday, May 12 at 12 noon at Love Sanctuary C.O.G.I.C.- Fort Worth, Texas.

Robinson, Shauntel D.

22. Wake- Friday, May 11 at 7-9 pm at Lighthouse C.O.G.I.C.- 1913 W.E. Roberts Grand Prairie, Texas.

Service- Saturday, May 12 at 2 pm at St. John B.C.- 1701 W. Jefferson St. Grand Prairie, Texas.

Golden Gate Funeral Home goldengatefh@aol.com

Teague, Francis

77. Wake- Friday, May 11 at from 7-8 pm. Service- Saturday, May 12 at 11 am. Both services will be held at Goodstreet Baptist Church- 3110 Bonnieviw Rd.

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