Houston Style Magazine Vol 25 No 10 by Houston Style Magazine (HSM)

Houston Style Magazine March 6-12, 2014

Houston’s Premiere Weekly Publication

Volume 25 | Number 10

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Jesse Jackson American Multinationals & Tax Havens

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A MUSICAL GENIUS REMEMBERED

Words: Jo-Carolyn Goode | Photo:Vicky Pink

UB Rodriguez Out On The Air

Ski New Mexico Destination Ski

TSU Presents Crowns

Melanie Flowers for Judge of the 247th Court

RAW’s Artistik Rebel

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COMMENTARY ByJesse Jackson National Writer

8 American multinationals -- companies like Nike, Microsoft, Apple -- have used tax havens abroad to avoid what Citizens for Tax Justice estimates as $92 billion in federal taxes. This is money that could be used to provide universal pre-school for America’s children. CTJ also found 235 companies reported last year over $1.3 trillion stashed abroad to avoid paying the taxes that domestic companies must pay. A Senate hearing showed how Apple used Ireland as its favorite tax haven, developing what Senator Carl Levin called “the Holy Grail of tax avoidance,” creating “offshore tax entities...while claiming to be a tax resident nowhere.” This outrage is not illegal. In a dodge known as “deferral,” the tax laws allow companies to forego paying taxes on money earned (or reported as earned abroad) until the company

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American Multinationals And Tax Havens brings the money back to the U.S. Can anything better highlight how the rules are rigged? This perverse loophole gives companies a very big incentive to ship jobs or report profits abroad. Through transfer pricing, multinationals can easily game the system to report their profits in low tax countries abroad, even while the bulk of their sales are in the U.S. This, in part, is how General Electric can make millions in profits and pay nothing in taxes. But that isn’t the end of the perversity. As companies park more and more cash abroad, they then pay more in lobbying and campaign contributions to convince Congress to give them a deep tax break if they bring the money home in what they call “a tax repatriation holiday.” But this scheme is anything but patriotic. The companies argue, as WinAmerica, the front for the current campaign does, that they’ll invest in jobs here in the U.S., but can’t afford to pay the taxes due (the same taxes that domestic small businesses can’t avoid). So let them bring the dough back at a nominal tax rate and they’ll reinvest millions in America. Of course, each time the Congress provides this kind of tax holiday or amnesty, it gives the corporations an even greater incentive to stash their

cash abroad. And more and more corporations hire accountants to figure out how to report their profits abroad, even if earned here in the U.S. The last time the Congress bought this malarkey, even the jobs argument turned out to be false, as General Electric’s CEO Jeff Immelt admits. The companies bringing the dough back actually laid off workers in the ensuing years. They used the money to buy back stock (raising the value of their stock options), or to buy other companies, often merging and purging workers or just to pay down debt. Now with the trillions sitting abroad, the game is beginning again.” Bipartisan” bills have been introduced in the House and the Senate to let corporations bring bucks back home at a zero percent tax rate, if they agree to use some of the money to purchase bonds issued by a newly created federal infrastructure bank. They get to bring $6 back tax-free for every $1 they invest in infrastructure bonds. Instead of taxing multinationals like it does small businesses, the federal government will borrow money from them and pay them interest on it. This is an easy problem to solve. Congress could simply get rid of deferral and tax companies on their profits no matter where they are reported, allowing them credit for taxes

By Rebecca Briscoe, National Entertainment

hen I had the opportunity to visit Ski New Mexico last year, I immediately declined. What was a sista going to do freezing in the Southwest without a glam squad! You know in the South, black people don’t ski or so I have heard!!! This year I wanted to embark on something epic and “grab the bulls by the horns.” I felt that it was my duty as an African American female to immediately dispel the rumors of what we do or don’t do during these winter months. Like Nike says, “Just Do It” was the quote I lived by during my fascinating journey to New Mexico. This weeklong trip was an experience of a lifetime where I was able to renew my mind, body and soul both on and off the slopes. Ski Santa Fe Ski Santa Fe was probably the best slope of the trip, and it wasn’t because my ski instructor was totally hot and looked like Burt Reynolds. The snow was slushy, azure blue skies, and beautiful winter sunrays to match. Ski Santa Fe is nestled high in the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains just 16 miles from the heart of historic Santa Fe, New Mexico. With a base area elevation of 10,350 feet, Ski Santa Fe is among the highest ski areas in the

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continental United States. Ski Santa Fe is perfect for the first timer because the flat slopes and first-rate instructors make getting out on the slopes fun and a fitness experience like no other. Red River Ski Resort No excuses!!! It was definitely the inauguration of the Black Girls Ski Day. Facing your fear is the only way to rise up to the challenge. I went to my very first ski lodge with winter gear of two pairs of long johns, ski suit, thick socks, and tons of nervousness and pounds of anxiety on my shoulders. ‘Am I really meant to be a snow bunny or just pose for the camera’ I continuously thought. Bob “Cat”

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Koontz, my ski instructor, came out to save the day. He taught me how to wear and walk in my rented ski boots. Then the moment of truth came when I placed the skis on one by one; CLICK. I made it like a scared kid on the first day of kindergarten. Bob took me under his wing and did it with his tireless motivation, encouraging words and most of all patience. He taught me how to wedge, ride the snow carpet, and stop. Taos Ski Valley Resort One of the trickiest ski slopes in New Mexico, it had steep slopes, snow and some of the iciest ice on the Taos Ski Valley. Thanks to my faithful instructor Teri I learned how to turn

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paid to foreign entities. Multinationals should pay the same tax rates as domestic companies do. The obstacle is politics -- and big money -- not policy. Republicans in Congress will block anything that closes overseas loopholes, but at least the states can act. Oregon recently raised millions by forcing multinationals to pay the states its fair share of taxes on profits stashed abroad. The U.S. Public Interest Research Group estimates that states could raise another billion in revenues by following Oregon’s example. Surely, it is long past time to get on with it. You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson in care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org. Follow him on Twitter @RevJJackson. Share this story online at www.stylemagazine.com.

while looking right to left. It’s like the skis moved by osmosis after that class. The Tao Ski Valley Lodge has been part of the Blake family for over fifty years. After finding his dream spot in the 1950’s in the “big snow basin north of Wheeler Peak in La Cal Basin”, he moved his family to the Taos Ski Valley Resort in 1955. From a camper in the base area where they lived, the Blakes began to build what is now a world-class ski resort. When you think of Ski New Mexico, say no more because you will embark on a tranquil environment both on and off the slopes. You will enjoy the beautiful sunshine, unbelievable mountain ranges, and authentic New Mexico cuisine. While on “Destination Ski,” I didn’t feel like an outcast because of my skin color, but proud of what I became which is an open minded, fearless risk taker.

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LOCAL BRIEFS Ecstasy

Agents Stumbled Upon Houston’s Biggest Ecstasy Bust

ederal agents arrived at northwest Houston home with a search warrant and left with bags of evidence from what they are calling the largest ecstasy lab in Houston’s history. According to khou.com, agents found several pill machines and a bunch of 50-pound bags of pills. The walls and ﬂoors of the home in Harris County were coated with white powder dust from the massive operation. No one live in the home, it was strictly used for the manufacture of the ecstasy.

he Houston Independent School District Board of Trustees will review proposals to close Jones High School and Dodson Elementary School during the March 13 board meeting. Three of the ﬁve schools – Nathaniel Q. Henderson Elementary School, Port Houston Elementary School, and Fleming Middle School – originally proposed for closure have been removed from consideration by Board President Juliet Stipeche. This authority is provided to the president through board policy. Grier said that the school closure proposal process has been about dialogue, feedback, and working together as a community to evaluate the potential impact of these changes and to ﬁnd additional options and ways to make HISD schools stronger and better.

TSU students protest closing of local post office.

Texas Southern Students Protest to Save Local Post Office

Three Schools Eliminated From HISD Closure

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eflecting on the past Texas Southern University students trace the steps of previous students by staging a sit in to save a local post office. Over 50 years ago then Texas Southern University (TSU) students held a sit in at what was Weingarten Supermarket in protest of segregated lunch counters. Today TSU students went to the same location, which is now a post office to stand up for a cause. The postal service has plans to close the neighborhood post office due to budget restraints. The TSU students joined Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Congressman Al Green, local leaders and others in the community fighting to save the post office.

Ribs to the Rescue: Delicious and Simple Game-Day Winners

ou’ve got your favorite team. Your bracket is ready to go. All that’s left to do is choose the perfect menu star while the competition on the court – and on the sidelines – heats up. Serve up something your friends and family will love almost as much as the game itself: pork. The traditional favorites are great, but to take your game-day gathering a notch above the rest, try a winning recipe like Slow-Cooker Root Beer Ribs. The perfect choice for serving a ﬁred-up crowd, these fall-off-the-bone, St. Louis-style spareribs are known for their delicious, meaty pork ﬂavor. Slow-cooked until tender in a root beer-infused sauce with a chili powder kick, these ribs are easy enough to prepare that you won’t have to miss any of the action. For sides, try: A refreshing slaw with a hint of sweetness from apples, oranges or raisins Oven-roasted sweet potato fries, dipped in extra sauce from the ribs Extra-creamy macaroni and cheese with bacon If you’re entertaining a large crowd, make one batch with root beer and try another with cola, and let your guests pick their favorite. Garnish with thin slivers of red onion for a trophy-worthy presentation. If you don’t have a slow cooker, roast ribs until tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. To round out your game-day menu with more juicy, tender pork recipes, visit www.porkbeinspired. com.

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1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon allspice 2 racks St. Louis-style pork spare ribs, (2 1/3 to 3 pounds each), cut into 3- or 4-rib sections 1 1/2 cups (12 ounce can) root beer, (not diet), divided 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water Combine sugar, chili powder, salt, onion powder and allspice in medium bowl. Set aside half spice mixture (about 1/3 cup); sprinkle rest over both sides of ribs. Pour 1/2 cup root beer into slow cooker and add ribs. Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours or on high for 3 1/2-4 hours, until ribs are very tender. With 10 minutes left on ribs, combine remaining root beer and reserved spice mixture in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add cornstarch mixture and stir until sauce thickens, just a few seconds. Remove from heat; set aside. Remove ribs to platter and cover. Strain cooking liquid and pour off fat. Add 1/3 cup remaining liquid to sauce; stir until smooth. Brush ribs with sauce, serve with remaining sauce on side.

ENTERTAINMENT

By Brandon Caldwell, Online Editor

n January, 93.7 The Beat announced itself as the newest force in Houston radio with a private meet and greet session that instead sent shockwaves around the city. With a new format change and plenty of power names filling up jock seats, The Beat has shown in its few months on the air that not only competition is a good thing for Houston but that they’re coming with a certain edge 97.9 The Box may no longer employ. One of those power names manning station hours is UB Rodriguez. In a testosterone filled arena such as hip-hop, Rodriguez stands as his own man, a hardworking jock splitting time between Chicago & Houston but also a trailblazer. To date, Rodriguez is the first openly gay jock on urban radio and while it isn’t the only thing that makes him unique, the Latino transplant figures there’s even more on the horizon for him. After shuttling between Chicago & Houston, we caught up with Rodriguez to gauge not only how his sexuality has been treated in the community but also how he plans to advance his career without being defined by it. Houston Style: You originally come from a journalism background, how did you make the transition into radio? UB Rodriguez: As a kid I wanted to be a hard news anchor, still do. My parents got me a video camera to practice with- oh I’m hiding those tapes! Making the transition was easy for me. I was always a huge lover of good music and radio. My background in journalism actually helps me research and deliver information for radio. I use some of the same practices I learned in journalism. HSM: You’ve previously made comparison between Houston and Miami; how are you adjusting to life in

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Texas and what prompted you to move here? UR: Texas has always been a place I wanted to work in. I worked in Dallas and San Antonio til 2007.But Houston was the city I’d come to Houston on the weekends for concerts, restaurants, parties. I love the vibe and hospitality as well. I’m from Miami so those things make me feel like I’m home. I’ve always loved big cities. Houston gives me the big city feel with the small town hospitality. That’s an awesome combo!

Hop is making any strides to be more accepting?

HSM: Some were surprised when you brazenly came

UR: I was so exited to be a part of an exciting new brand. And the excitement of the people of Houston has made me even more proud to be a part of this radio station. I’m happy I can now connect and share with a whole new family, the people of Houston! I’d like to get a second job in TV ... I’ve been practicing! [Laughs]

UR: I think Macklemore has done a great job, but we still have work to do, especially on the local front. Singing about it great, but let’s get out in the community and really touch the people, both those who accept and don’t. HSM: What exited you about your transition to 93.7 and where do you see your future headed to there?

HSM: What’s a misconception that you feel people have about you?

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out, what were your initial hesitations in doing so and how has your career been affected by it? (If at all) UR: I was afraid of what people would think. I didn’t know if the industry would accept it. The first openly gay man on Hip-Hop/R&B radio. So that’s why I kept it quiet until 2 years ago when I rolled out a plan to come out- which included a new attitude: “I can’t worry about what every single person thinks. That’s just way too much on my plate”. But it wasn’t just about me - I also wanted to come out so I can become a mentor or example of a professional man, who also happens to be in this industry. HSM: With the praise that artists like Macklemore have made received in regards to promoting tolerance of the LGTB community, do you feel as if Hip

UR: I can be serious faced - so people may think I’m unapproachable, but that’s totally NOT the case. I’m just always in a zone and thinking. I love to entertain and be entertained. Meet people and bring others together. I am so not Hollywood. I’m a pretty basic or classic type of guy. I wear Levis and T’s or sweatshirts to the radio station. I’m frugal and drive a preowned car! [Laughs] HSM: In your opinion, what sets you apart from your radio peers? UR: Probably my approach, delivery and rock-star lifestyle...but then again my peers give me competition with that too. I’ve been told I’m charismatic, polished and colorless? I don’t know what any of that means. [Laughs]

Champion Sound: Space City Beat Battle By Brandon Caldwell, Online Editor

he first thing you notice when walking inside iMix Studios, a warehouse like outfit on the outskirts of the Galleria is the gold plaques on the wall. Gold, like any other jewel in life is a sign of success and on one particular Saturday afternoon, a group of producers from across the state are echoing the sentiments. “I want to make sure everybody’s in the same mind frame,” the slight rasp of DFW producer Symbolic “S1” One fill the room. “This isn’t a showcase, it’s a beat battle.” If S1 can command a room with a rather zen like approach, its because he’s earned it. The Dallas producer broke big in 2010 when he produced Kanye West’s “POWER” from My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy which led to scoring works on 2011’s Watch The Throne, Beyoncé’s 4 and Kanye West’s 2013 Yeezus album. Here, his credentials should aid a group of talented Texas producers who sit around him like a summer camp campfire tale, eager to jump in the studio. A few weeks from now, this same collective, Trakksounds, Risky Boi, Code Redd, DJ Space City, & King Henry from Houston will join together with B.Barber, Ju Fresh, Sikwitit & Project Hall Of Fame from the Dallas/Fort Worth area for Champion Sound, an international beat battle between Team Texas and Team Canada, a squad of producers from Toronto coached by platinum producer Boi-1da at South By Southwest.

Many of Team Texas’ members have gone through the rigors of the locally produced Space City Beat Battle, a bi-monthly affair that challenges producers from all over the country to topple one another. Here, there’s camaraderie between each producer, even if it feels like they’re in one very elaborate study session.

Toronto’s sound is atmospheric, Texas’ organic and at times church based right down to the organs. Both however are evolving in their own subtle ways. S1’s value as a coach is almost like a general manager plugging in the best producers in the best positions. To date, there has never been an international beat battle at SXSW, until now. “If we pre-note what we’re already going up against then we have an advantage,” he remarks. “Knowing that we know what we’re doing, what we’re good at … where we’re placed at.” One by one they stand up, each honing in on their particular sound. Ju Fresh is a lover of 808 drums, B.Barber a fan of the blues and samples, Sickwitit a lover of everything before leading to Space City’s wide-eyed sample chops & Trakksounds’ soulful bounce. “These beat battles are different bro,” Sickwitit says. “I want to shock the hell out of people.” Climbing into one of the adjacent studio rooms he dictates the pace of how Team Texas should focus on the battle, readily making a mission statement for all the producers involved. “It’s all about excitement. Whatever we play, it’s all about shock value … how it makes the listener feel.”

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POLITICAL

By Burt Levine, Political Writer

Kesha Rogers is First African American Woman in Texas US Senate Runoff

akesha (Kesha) Rogers won a May 27 run-off berth for the Democratic Party nomination for US Senate this past Tuesday night to become Texas’ first African American woman nominated for Senate. Rogers faces multi-millionaire venture capitalist Dr. David Alameel wanting to run this fall against Texas’ Senior Senator John Cornyn who beat back six of his primary challengers. “I was born in Houston to a lower middle class family, my father being a minister and construction worker and her mother working at the Houston Independent School District,” said Rogers who graduated from Texas State University in 2001 with a degree in Political Science and Speech Communications. The Chairman of the Harris County Democratic Party has said, “One of the things the Rogers at 37 years old is able to do is to engage young people. If she can turn out young people to vote for Democrats it is all the better.” He voiced the opinion that Rogers’ policies are appealing with her support for space travel were NASA investment is important in the Houston area and her support for “investment in public works, separating commercial from investment banking and opposition to corporatism.” In 2010 and in 2012 she was the Democratic Party nominee for Congress from the Sugar Land, Pearland to Clear Lake suburban Congressional District 22.

BOOK REVIEW

By Terri Schichenmeyer, Literary Writer

arm fuzzies. That’s what you get when you help someone. You feel good because you did some good. Honestly, it’s sometimes hard to know who benefits more from your good deed – you, or the person on the receiving end. But sometimes, even the best intentions get out of hand, as you’ll see in the new novel “Charly’s Epic Fiascos: Beware of Boys” by Kelli London. As the star of TV’s Extreme Dream Team reality show, Charly St. James should’ve known better than to make a scene in a crowded store. She knew how to deal with fans, but when a bunch of them swarmed her and things got out of hand, there was really no reason that some handsome boy grabbed her and dragged her out of the fray. He deserved her attitude, for sure. Still, that wasn’t the way Charly wanted to meet the singer Mēkel. It wasn’t the way she wanted him to know her, either - especially when she learned that she’d been chosen to work with him, boxer Lex, and actor Faizon on a splashy special project for sick inner-city girls. It was an opportunity of a lifetime, made even more appealing when Charly’s boss, Mr. Day, told her that this project would lead to a spin-off show of her very own. How could she pass that up? She couldn’t, but she hated Mēkel for being a jerk. Lex was awesome and energetic. Faizon was funny, smart, and Charly was eager to see him onscreen and in person. The boys introduced her to their entourage: Bobsy, who had a chip on his shoulder; Eden, the chaperone; and Coop, who seemed dangerous but totally trustworthy. As the project started to get off the ground,

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Early voting for the May 27, Texas Primary Run-off Elections begins Monday, May 19 and will last through to Friday, May 23. Fort Worth State Senator Wendy Davis won 72 percent or 432,025 votes to become the Texas Democratic Party Nominee for Governor and will face State Attorney General Greg Abbott who won

92 percent or 1,219,831 votes to become the Republican Party nominee. Davis and Abbott will face off in the November 4, 2014 General Election which will for the first time in 20 year pit a funded Democratic Party candidate against the Republican nominee. In Texas no Democrat has won an election statewide since 1994 and no Democrat has won for Governor since Ann Richards (also a firebrand female) won in 1990 against Clayton Williams. African American Attorney Damian La Croix lost for State Senate to 40-year incumbent John Whitmire who as the “Dean” of the Texas Senate is the longest serving legislator in the state. Whitmire with $6.9 million in his campaign accounts was most proud of his African American support that included Sylvester Turner and most every other area African American legislator. Dr. Alma Allen, long time loved State Representative from south Houston’s House District 131 fended off challenger attorney Azuwuke Okorafor with 88.6 percent or 3,621 votes to his 11.34 percent or 463 votes as two years she was quick to dispatch a challenge from the then Houston City Council Member and now Houston ISD Trustee Wanda Adams. African American Attorney Lori Gray lost the Democratic Primary 48.03 percent or 22,771 votes to former District Judge Steve Kirkland’s 51.97 percent or 21,642 votes.

Charly’s Epic Fiascos: Beware of Boys however, Charly began to think that she’d made a mistake by getting involved. There was something odd about how the three boys interacted, and there was tension all over the place. Something wasn’t as it seemed, and it threatened to destroy everything – but what was wrong? Was there something of which Charly needed to beware? Looking for a novel that’s not too complicated; not filled with slang, sex, or shootings; and that’s really not too bad? You and your teen may find it in “Charly’s Epic Fiascos: Beware of Boys” – that is, if you can ignore that this story of a girl who has a “reality show” has very little reality in it. Yes, the plot line is quite far-fetched, but what’s good about this series is that author Kelli London has, over time, made Charly into a strong role model. Charly takes no hassle, strives to make a difference, is responsible, and she knows her own mind. I think that’s a vast improvement over the first book in the series, and it’s what keeps me reading. See? Not. Bad. While boys can surely read this book, it’s meant for 12-to-16-year-old girls who want something sassy-but-spotless, and for moms who want an escape to share. Give your teen “Charly’s Epic Fiascos: Beware of Boys” and you’ll generally do good.

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usical genius Hanq Neal was at his usual post on Sunday, February 23rd, in the pulpit of the sanctuary singing praises to God. Less than two hours after finishing the last service of the day he would find himself in a not so usual place, the gurney inside a local hospital. Suffering from a massive heart attack, Neal would be put in a coma, never to awake again. He died four days later at the age of 57. It is fitting that the last memories of Neal for so many are of what he loved doing best… singing for the glory of the Lord. He once said that if he were ever separated from Gospel music he would be gone. The popular Houston musician made a name for himself locally when he moved to Houston and began working with the Windsor Village United Methodist Church. At the time of Neal’s arrival Windsor Village was a growing church with small numbers. However with the Neal touch and that golden voice, Windsor Village choir of 60 voices was developed into five choirs with over 600 voices. He would later take his talents to be Minister of Music at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. It is an understatement to say that Neal was simply gifted in the area of music. He was anointed. He did more than just sing songs but he moved people. He inspired people. He gave people hope. It is through those emotional ties that he drew people to change their lives by accepting Christ. And that was his biggest legacy. But as gifted as he was, Neal was not a boisterous man. In fact, he was very humble. One would never know that he was a Grammy nominated artist that performed for the likes of Queen Elizabeth II, President George H. W. Bush, Shirley Caesar, Yolanda Adams, James Cleveland and numerous others. He was uniquely Hanq. Born Henry “Hanq” Willis Neal on September 4, 1956, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Neal was one of eight children. At the tender age of 4, Neal would play the organ while sitting beside his mother at church. Three years later he would play the violin too. These early introductions into music would lead him into a music career. In the 1970’s he sung with the Pentecostal Ambassadors and they were signed to Savoy Records. He also sung with another group called Joy and with the Donald Vails Choraleers to earned the Grammy nod. Although he produced only one solo album “Uniquely Hanq,” his work can be heard on countless others. He is credited for the early careers of Kathy Taylor and Brian Courtney Wilson, to name a few. Personally, I know I, like many, will remember how he could reach down to his gut to bellow out a note, extend it for a period of time, all the while tickling my ears with vocal octaves. I will remember that you could hear the passion in which he exerted his voice as well as see it on his face. He lived to praise God. His force, his power, his elegance will truly be remembered and missed. Houston Style Magazine extends our deepest sympathy to all who loved Henry “Hanq” Willis Neal.

On Friday, March 7th a viewing for Neal will be held at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, 3826 Wheeler, Houston, Texas 77004, from 9:00am to 7:00pm. Following that, a celebration musical will begin at 7pm at The Greater Grace Outreach Church, (formerly known as St. Agnes Baptist Church Dome), at 10800 Scott Street, Houston, Texas 77047. The Page 10

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Uniquely Hanq: A Musical Genius Remembered By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

Henry “Hanq” Neal

celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, March 8th at Greater Grace Outreach Church, 10800 Scott Street, Houston, Texas 77047, at 11:00am. Viewing from 9:00am to 11:00am. Following services, interment will be held at Houston Memorial Gardens, 2426 Cullen Boulevard, Pearland, Texas, 77584.

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Houston Style Magazine extends our deepest sympathy to all who loved

Henry “Hanq” Willis Neal.

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Melanie Flowers For Judge Campaign Rally Photography By Vicky Pink

n February 24, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Lucille’s Restaurant for Melanie Flowers for Judge Campaign Rally. Family, friends, and supporters gathered to show their support for Flowers’ campaign. She wants to represent the 247th Family District Court of Harris County. She has years of trusted experience in resolving legal matters in the family law courts. Find out more online at flowers4judge.com. Some in attendance were Ray Phillips, Honorable James Lombardino, Myrna Gregory, Stephen Smith, Fran Mayes, Cowanetta Armstrong, Kirbyjon Caldwell, Burt Levine, Jennifer Jackson, Kim Davis, Geneva Rajpute, Robert Hardee, and her husband Corey and their four children.

TSU Presents Crowns Stage Play

Photography By Vicky Pink

n Saturday, March 1, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at Texas Southern University’s Sawyer Auditorium for the national musical stage play Crowns. Presented by TSU’s Hats and Ties, Crowns is directed by Jade Lambert-Smith; produced by Regina Taylor and adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. The play came to Houston for two performances. The production stars Kathy Taylor with Keith Eason, Andrea Baty, Lydia Pace, and Keith Bolden.

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2014 Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratory Competition Photography By Vicky Pink

n Saturday, February 22, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand in Judge Vanessa Gilmore’s Court as she hosted a Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratory Competition in her courtroom. Twelve Houston area students honored Dr. King’s dream and gift of giving moving speeches with their own rendition of powerful words. Some serving as judges of the competition were Houston City Councilman Larry Green, Judge Zinetta Burney, and Judge Hilary Green.

RAW Artists Houston: Awakening Photography By Vicky Pink

n Thursday, February 27, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at Stereo Live as RAW Artists Houston presented Awakening. RAW: natural born artists is an independent arts organization, for artists, by artists. There purpose is to give new artists exposure and tools to advance their career. Houston Style’s own Semetra Samuel aka Artistik Rebel was one of the featured artists at the affair. She is a self-taught artist specializing in acrylic painting, graphic arts, and photography.

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UHBAA Pre-Gala Kickoff Reception

Photography By Vicky Pink

n Tuesday, February 18, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the University of Houston Hilton Hotel for the University of Houston Black Alumni Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (UHBAA) Pre-Gala Kickoff Reception. UHBAA officially presented Terence Fontaine, The Honorable Charles A. McClelland, Jr., Mary Page Prince, Dorethea Rose, and Crystle Stewart as the 2014 distinguished alumni honorees; and Roderick K. Brown and Fred Hoyer as the 2014 distinguished corporate supporter honorees. All will be honored at the 24th Annual Scholarship & Awards Gala on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the Hilton Americas. The 2014 gala honorary chairs are Rushion McDonald and Dr. Cecily McDonald; and the 2014 gala chair is Wayne Luckett. Some in attendance were Vonda Mays, Vernita Harris, Derek Robinson, Brandon McDowell, Janet Pruitt, Tonja Jones, Jeff Rose, Tommy Brooks, LaTishia Neely, Darwin Thomas, Kristin Burch, Janis Parsley, Lashone Garrett, Brandon Wiggins, and Dr. Elwyn Lee.

Restoration of the DeLuxe Theater Photography By Vicky Pink

n Monday, February 17, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand in Houstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5th Ward for Lyons Avenue Renaissance. The event was the ground breaking for the restoration of the DeLuxe Theater at 3303 Lyons Avenue sponsored by Mayor Annise Parker, the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department, Texas Southern University and the Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation. The theater was last in operation in 1973 and will reopen in the fall of 2014. The restored facility will offer a 125-seat proscenium theatre, including laboratory & classroom space, a box office, lobby, and administrative offices with programming offered by Texas Southern University, and also include 3500 sq. ft. of lease space. Some in attendance were Mayor Annise Parker, Houston City Councilwoman Jerry Davis, Darian Ward, and Jarvis Johnson.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS Wells Fargo Names A. Charles Thomas as Chief Data Officer

ells Fargo & Company announced the appointment of A. Charles Thomas to the role of chief data officer. Thomas will join Wells Fargo from USAA where he served as the chief data and analytics officer. Prior to that, he ran USAA’s Research and Analytics team, the Market Strategy team and the enterprise data warehouse functions. Thomas also served in senior positions at Harte-Hanks Direct Marketing, HP and Reliant Energy. In this new role, Thomas will oversee the company’s data strategy, provide enterprise data governance, and determine ways to leverage data for improved risk management and customer experiences. He will join the company in early March and will be based in San Francisco. For more information, visit www.wellsfargo.com.

Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. is applying the new carbon-reduction methodologies and selling some of the carbon reductions from installing the largest geothermal system at a U.S. college

Chevy Buys Carbon Credits from U.S. Colleges Going Green

hevrolet is investing in clean energy efficiency initiatives of U.S. colleges and universities through its voluntary carbon-reduction initiative. The brand helped develop a formula where campuses can earn money for certain upgrades that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This marks the first time college campuses can use carbon performance methodologies to make money via greenhouse gas reductions that result from energy efficiency. As carbon emissions continue to contribute to the warming of the earth, such funding enables universities to reduce their impact and save money on utility bills while engaging and educating students in their efforts. The funding opportunity is timely given that 675 campuses have pledged to reduce their carbon emissions. For more information, visit www.chevrolet.com.

Six Flags Sues Roller Coaster Maker

h e n R o s a Esparza rode the Texas Giant roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington all she was trying to do was have a good time. Instead she would fall 75 feet to her death. Her family has since sued Six Flags and roller coaster maker Gerstlauer. Now the case has taken a turn as Six Flags is now suing Gerstlauer claiming the coaster train Esparza rode in was defective and dangerous. The once closed coaster reopens for the March 1st season with a new designed restraint-bar pads and seat belts. For more information, visit www.sixflags. com.

Soledad O’Brien

O’Brien Collaborates with Google

ewswoman Soledad O’Brien has made some major moves since leaving CNN last year. Now with her own production company, Starfish Media Group, she will collaborate with Google to gain a diverse audience. According to the Huffington Post, Google is sponsoring her first speaking tour using Google+’s Hangouts, Google Apps for Business, and creating a YouTube channel. They will also sponsor the “Soledad O’Brien Presents Black in America” speaking tour to various college campuses and art centers in five cities. For more information, visit www.cnn.com.

More Airport Traffic Coming to Conroe

Airport traffic in Montgomery County is expected to increase with the expansion of the Lone Star Airport in Conroe, Texas. The new $17 million project will lengthen the runway to welcome heavier and larger corporate jets. According to KTRK Channel 13 the airport currently handles 200 take offs and that number is expected to double. For more information, visit www. mctx.org.

Barbie gets a new career

Barbie Becomes An Entrepreneur Toymaker Mattel wants little girls to have the entrepreneurial spirit with its new Barbie. Wearing a pink dress with conservative black heels, Barbie as her new title of Chief Inspiration Officer comes with a tablet, smartphone, and laptop case. She was unveiled at the American International Toy Fair in New York. A Mattel spokesperson said that the company is just evolving with the times as women entrepreneurs are more prevalent now. The new doll is part of Mattel’s line of ‘I can be’ of career-oriented Barbie dolls that was launched in 2010. A partnership with the Girl Scouts of USA is also in the works to debut a series of videos on successful entrepreneurs. For more in-

formation, visit www.mattel.com.

Kay Jewelers Purchases Zale Corp in Major Deal

is sealed. For more information, visit www. signetjewelers.com.

Shafer Stepping Down as HLSR COO Leroy Shafer will transition from Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s chief operating officer to manager emeritus status. He has held this position since 2005. After 40 years with Leroy Shafer the HLSR, Shafer says he is not going anywhere and will work in the areas of marketing, presentation, entertainment and crisis management. He told Channel 13 KTRK, “I would remain involved in the Show as long as I was physically able to do so -- and I hope that is a long, long time.” For more information, visit www.hlsr.com.

United Airlines sorry for computer glitches

United Airlines Fixes Computer Problems

Tuesday was not a good day to fly United Airlines. Numerous delays due to a computer glitch made for a plethora of angry passengers. The airline carrier happily reports that problems have been since fixed. “This morning we experienced intermittent issues with our passenger service computer system, causing some flight delays,” United said in a statement. “With the system now restored, we are working to get our customers to their destinations as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience.”

he parent company of Kay Jewelers, Signet Jewelers Ltd, purchased Zale Corp in $690 million deal making it the largest North American jewelry chain. Signet will pay $21 per share, a premium of 41% to Zale’s $14.91 closing price, for the deal to total $1.4 billion. Signet said it expected the deal to add to earnings by a high single-digit percentage, excluding acquisition costs, in the first year after close. Zale shareholders need to give final approval before the deal

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