Houston Style Magazine Vol 25 No 12

Houston Style Magazine March 20-26, 2014

Houston’s Premiere Weekly Publication

Volume 25 | Number 12

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Jesse Jackson

What Professor Barack Obama Taught Us

SXSW 10 SOUTH BY

Troy Jensen

Secrets of a Successful Fashion Stylist

SOUTHWEST MOMENTS Words: Brandon Caldwell, Monica Jones & Cecilia Smith | Photography: Greg Noire

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When Women Succeed, America Succeeds

The Links “Stetsons & Stilettos”

Delroy Lindo

Grabbing The Brass Ring

Grand Opening of HTV’s New Studio

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Volume 25 | Number 12 | March 20-26, 2014 EDITORIAL

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COMMENTARY

Jesse Jackson

National Writer

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his week, I wanted to focus my column once more on the issue of voting, as the 49th anniversary approaches of “Bloody Sunday” in Selma, Alabama, that I touched on last week. It’s worth discussing once more.

After 246 years of slavery, Americans fought a brutal Civil War -- the bloodiest in our history -- to end slavery and preserve the union. Three amendments were added to the Constitution: the 13th abolished slavery; the 14th guaranteed equal protection under the laws; and the 15th outlawed discrimination in voting on the basis of race or prior servitude.

But although they surrendered on the battlefield, the Confederates did not give up. They waged a fierce rear-guard battle over state sovereignty, also known as “states’ rights.” They sabotaged the post-war reconstruction, unleashing a wave of terror across the

HEALTH

upus is running rampant among young black women, says a new University of Michigan study of lupus in the southeastern part of the state.

The rate of developing lupus was three times higher than previous estimates, reaching one in 537 black female Michiganders in the region, compared to one in 1,153 white women, according to the study’s findings.

And black women were more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age, during their childbearing years, and face a higher degree of serious complications, including kidney failure.

The research, part of a landmark epidemiology study, is the largest of its kind ever performed in the U.S. focusing on lupus.

“There is a very poor understanding of what causes lupus. Identifying the population and dynamics involved helps us target our resources more effectively and better recognize risk factors for the development and progression of the disease,” says lead author Emily Somers, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the departments of Internal Medicine in the division of

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South. Several states began to enforce segregation against the newly freed slaves. And in the shameful decision of Plessey v. Ferguson in 1896, the Supreme Court gave approval to state Jim Crow laws, endorsing the oxymoron of “separate but equal.”

It took another half century of struggle to re-establish the reach of the civil rights amendments. In 1965, the Voting Rights Act was passed to enforce the 15th Amendment’s guarantee against discrimination in voting.

States, counties and municipalities in the South continued to invent new obstacles to voting, but for areas with a history of discrimination -- largely southern states -- the Voting Rights Act required pre-clearance of any changes in voting laws. This enabled the Justice Department to prevent significant voter suppression.

But having lost the military battle in 1865 and the legal battle in 1965, the Confederates did not give up. They continued to argue for states’ rights. And since the 15th amendment only outlawed denying a citizen his right to vote based on race or color, voting procedures remained under the control of states and localities.

In 2013, with a conservative majority in control of the Supreme

Court, the Supreme Court revived states rights arguments in Shelby v.

Holder, acting shamefully to weaken federal authority, gutting much of the vital preclearance portions of the Voting Rights Act.

Once more as the federal authority was weakened, the Confederates churned out new obstacles to voting -- strict photo ID requirements, elimination of same-day voter registration, reducing early voting periods, eliminating early registration for young people, outlawing use of student IDs and more.

Within two hours of the Shelby decision, Texas Attorney General Greg Abbot -- now running for Governor -- announced that the Texas’ voter identification law, previously rejected by the U.S. Justice Department and a federal court (which said it was the most discriminatory measure of its kind in the country), would immediately be implemented. North Carolina followed shortly. Now some 34 states have erected new obstacles to voting.

The absence of a constitutional guarantee to the right to vote remains the source of continuing injustice. Professor Obama wasn’t just teaching history; he was introducing his students to an on-going human rights struggle.

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Study Finds High Lupus Rates Among Young Black Women

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What Professor Barack Obama Taught Us

If the fundamental individual right to vote had been constitutionally guaranteed in 2000, Al Gore would have been elected President over George W. Bush because all the individual votes of Floridians would have had to be counted, as felons in Florida were not allowed to cast their votes. The individual right of Florida’s citizens would have taken precedence over Florida’s state laws.

If there were a constitutionally guaranteed right to vote, we would not have different laws for 50 different states and 13,000 election jurisdictions. We’d have a federal law that would govern voting rights for all.

Congressmen Mark Pocan (DWI) and Keith Ellison (D-MN) have introduced House Joint Resolution 44 to amend the Constitution to guarantee the right to vote. It would provide every American with a fundamental individual right to vote and give Congress the clear authority to create a unified national voting system with minimum standards.

The right to vote is not a partisan question. It should not be left to changing legislatures or biased Supreme Court majorities. It should be clearly guaranteed in the Constitution.

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.

Rheumatology, Environmental Health Sciences, and Obstetrics & Gynecology at the U-M Medical and Public Health Schools. “We found a striking health disparity between black and white women. The disproportionate burden of disease was compounded by the fact that for black females, peak risk of developing lupus occurred in young adulthood.

“Lupus onset occurring before or during reproductive years can have significant implications for childbearing and risks in pregnancy, and of course may lead to a higher burden of health issues over the lifespan.”

Symptoms of lupus, a chronic, autoimmune disease, can include extreme fatigue, fever, headaches, painful or swollen joints, unusual hair loss, anemia, rashes and abnormal blood clotting. Serious organ damage can also occur, including kidney, heart and neurologic complications. Women are more at risk than men of developing lupus.

The U-M findings correspond with a sister project from Emory University in Atlanta. The Emory study found similar results: The incidence

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rate for lupus was three times higher for black women than for white women in Georgia.

“Our findings compel us to develop practices to improve screening for kidney disease among high-risk populations in order to better treat the condition and improve health outcomes for people with this chronic disease,” Somers says.

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FASHION Secrets of a

By Lindsay Buchanan, Fashion Writer

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Successful Fashion Stylist: Troy Jensen

ressing women has always come naturally for fashion stylist Troy Jensen.

“I have a little sister who I’ve been styling since she was young,” Jensen said. “My mother has always had an appreciation for what I do with fashion and styling.”

A 20-year veteran of the fashion industry, Jensen started out in retail and worked his way up the proverbial fashion ladder. He credits his early jobs as a stylist at Bloomingdales, Barney’s New York, and Ann Taylor with cultivating his love for working in women’s fashion.

“That’s what set the groundwork for me starting my business in personal shopping, which lead me to what I do now,” said Jensen.

Now, Jensen fills his days styling his clients for video shoots, fashion shoots, and fashion shows. Jensen’s client roster reads like an Essence magazine cover; the stylist dresses everyone from R&B legends to reality TV stars. In the past, Jensen has also worked with stars like singer Brandy, “Real Housewife” Kenya Moore, and rapper David Banner.

“I’ve had the opportunity to start my career with someone I still work with: Cherrelle. She and I have been working togeth- Troy Jensen er for nearly 10 years,” he said. “I’ve also had the chance to work with the group Blaque.”

Some of his male clients include L.A. Clippers power forward Glen “Big Baby” Davis and Jay Ellis of BET’s “The Game.”

Although he once considered dressing men as one of the most difficult parts of his job, Jensen says that now he sees a big change in the way men dress.

“In the beginning, a lot of guys were kind of reserved in their style, but more males are starting to be more fashion forward, especially in a city like Atlanta,” Jensen said. “In the last 5 years, I’ve seen [men] be more fashion forward, and more open to following trends. I attribute that to a lot of the athletes and actors.”

“It’s made a lot of my male clients more open to doing this, where maybe 10 years ago they were like

‘Nah man, that’s not me’.”

When it comes to dressing himself, Jensen seems to have it all figured out. He describes his personal style as “trendy,” young, and colorful.

He counts Sean Combs and Queen Latifah as two of his styling inspirations because they both pull off a variety of different looks for casual and formal occasions. His favorite designer is Tom Ford.

“I’m inspired by Tom Ford.

I love Tom Ford, and the clothes he makes for men and women. He makes very sleek, beautiful clothes,” said Jensen.

“I am in my 40s, so I still want to make sure that as a 40-something year old, that I still look appropriate in my fashions, but still represent fashion. I’m always conscious of that,” he said.

Jensen has many irons in the fire at all times.

Right now, he’s working hard to pitch a celebrity makeover reality show, working with clients on celebrity cover shoots, and diversifying his business.

“I’m eventually trying to get out to L.A.,” he said.

Until then, Jensen will continue to share his fashion knowledge down south. What’s his biggest fashion tip? Mix and match, and pay attention to details.

“You can throw some red bottom shoes on with a pair of H&M jeans.

Throw that on with a Forever 21 top,” he said. “Fashion is to be played with.

Invest some money in essential pieces.

For women, that would be a handbag, some shoes, or some accessories.”

“If you’re going to spend that money, make sure [you buy] timeless classic pieces that you know 20 years from now you’ll still be able to throw it on,” he advised.

He also advises women to “invest in quality undergarments” in order to achieve a more polished look.

Most of all, Jensen wants you to know that you shouldn’t take fashion too seriously.

“All fashion rules are out the window now. It’s about just embracing it, and having fun, and doing things differently.”

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LOCAL BRIEFS

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nother teacher has been accused of having sexual relations with one of their students. De Sergio Geterus Parrish, a history teacher at Yates High School, has been charged with one count of improper relationship with a student and two counts of sexual assault of a child. Court records indicate that Parrish and a 16-year-old female had sex on several occasions.

TSU SWAC Mens Basketball Champs

Houston Firefighters Are On a Roll

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ouston firefighters at station #56 just won toilet paper for a year from Charmin. Consumers across the country were asked to make submissions on firehouses where the bathrooms were not so great and need some TLC in the Charmin Relief Project.

Station #56 was one of 50 stations chosen from the 50 states. Over the course of the year, Houston firefighters will get rolls of Charmin’s ultra-soft double roll. For more information, www/ visit www. charmin.com.

TSU Makes Historic Showing in NCAA

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n their first appearance in the NCAA tournament since 2003, the Texas Southern University’s Men’s basketball team gave it all that they had. However, their opponent Cal Poly proved to be the victor with a game ending score of 81-69. The Cal Polly Mustangs took a lead early on during the game and held it until the final buzzer. Cal Polly now goes on to play Wichita State.

Immigrant Stash House

Stash House with More Than 100 Immigrants

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hen plans of bringing loved ones into America failed for one family, they called the Houston Police Department. During the investigation, authorities got more than they bargain for…a stash house with over 100 immigrants. Officers found 94 men, 15 women and 1 pregnant woman in a 1,500 square-foot dwelling.

Jack Yates High School

Teacher Arrested for Having Sex with a Student

PVAMU Lady Panthers Celebrate

Lady Panthers Make History with Fourth SWAC Title

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VAMU officially became a part of SWAC history as the Lady Panthers captured the 2014 SWAC Tournament Championship for the fourth straight year following an emotional 63-58 win over Texas Southern at the Toyota Center. The Lady Panthers became only the third team in SWAC history to win four consecutive SWAC Tournaments as senior LaReahn Washington leaves PVAMU with four rings on her fingers while Jeanette Jackson cemented herself as PVAMU’s all-time single season scoring leader.

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CULINARY

By Family Features

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New Spin on a Classic Sandwich

he traditional grilled cheese, reimagined The classic grilled cheese sandwich has been an American favorite for generations. It’s hard to resist toasted, buttery bread and melted cheese.

The best way to upgrade a grilled cheese and prevent flavor fatigue is to experiment with new cheeses, spreads and sandwich fillers.

Give your taste buds something new with these tips: Use fresh ingredients – Whether it’s tomato, avocado or hearty bread slices, fresh is best. Roman Meal whole grain bread is baked fresh, locally by bakeries across the country. This ensures the freshest loaves are delivered to your grocery store.

Try new flavors – Choose a less common cheese, like Gruyere or Gouda. Or layer an unconventional spread, like fresh cranberry sauce, onto slices of bread before cooking.

Boost nutritional value with healthy ingredient swaps – Use fresh produce, like apples or spinach, to add nutrients to your sandwich. Maximize fiber intake by cooking with whole grain bread instead of white bread.

This recipe for Turkey & Brie Grilled Cheese is perfect for an al fresco lunch or a light and healthy dinner. Serve with locally-sourced vegetables, hummus and a glass of freshly squeezed lemonade.

For more great-tasting recipe ideas, visit www.romanmeal.com and www.facebook.com/RomanMeal.

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Turkey & Brie Grilled Cheese Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: 12 Minutes Servings: 2

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4 tslices Roman Meal bread

Nonstick cooking spray 2 ounces Brie cheese, thinly sliced 1 small green pear, cored, halved and thinly sliced 4 ounces roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced

Spray medium pan with nonstick spray. Preheat over medium heat.

Layer cheese, pear and turkey between slices of bread, creating 2 sandwiches.

Cook sandwiches 3-4 minutes, or until bottom slices of bread are golden brown. Flip sandwiches over and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 360; Total Fat: 12g; Cholesterol: 65mg; Sodium: 460mg; Total Carbs: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Protein: 28g; Whole Grains: 21g

ENTERTAINMENT

By Susie Stillwell, Entertainment

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Grabbing the Brass Ring with Delroy Lindo

he son of Jamaican immigrants, Delroy Lindo was born in London, England on November 18, 1952. He began acting at the age of five when he appeared in a nativity pageant. As a teenager, he moved with his mother to Toronto, Canada till they migrated to San Francisco, CA where he would study acting at the American Conservatory Theater.

After ten years on the stage, he returned to cinema where he immediately blossomed, delivering memorable performances in such flicks as The Cider House Rules, Malcolm X, Romeo Must Die, Get Shorty, Crooklyn, Clockers, Heist, Ransom, Domino and Lackawanna Blues. He talks with Houston Style Magazine about his latest venture in Wondrous Oblivion, a cross-cultural drama, set in London in the sixties. He plays the patriarch of a Jamaican family, which meets resistance when they integrate a working-class white neighborhood.

Susie Stillwell/Juicy Culture: Hey, Delroy, thanks so much for the time.

Delroy Lindo: Not a problem. Not a problem.

Delroy Lindo

He made a remarkable big screen debut in 1976 in Find the Lady. He followed that with a couple of other roles in Voice of the Fugitive and More American Graffiti before he abandoned Hollywood for Broadway, where he earned a Tony nomination for his work in Joe Turner’s Come and Gone.

SS/JC: My first question is why did it take you so long to make a movie in your native England?

DL: I never got asked before. [chuckles] That’s the simple answer. Until relatively recently, a lot of people didn’t realize that I was from England.

SS/JC: So how did you get this gig?

DL: To hear the director [Paul Morrison] tell it, it was kind of a fluke. He happened to be speaking with the casting director [Joan McCann] who I guess had

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seen my work in Malcolm X and knew that I had an authentic Jamaican accent. And then she happened to be looking on the web and saw that I was from England. I think that’s how it came about.

SS/JC: You came to this country as a teenager, so I guess you have pretty deep roots both here and in Britain.

DL: Exactly, but in terms of my commercial career, for all intents and purposes, I have been identified as an African-American actor. And the bottom line is that’s where all my work has been. So, it doesn’t surprise me that that would be the case.

SS/JC: What attracted you to this story?

DL: What interested me in this story, frankly, was the presence of the Caribbean family. As originally written, my family in the cast was written as Bajan from Barbados. When the director sent me the script, I called him and said, ’Look, it’s a charming, interesting story, but there are two things I have to talk you about. One is that I am of Jamaican extraction.

So, do you have an issue with making my character and his family Jamaican? And secondly, to be really candid with you, while I think your story is wonderful, my interest is in exploring the presence of the Jamaican family.’

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POLITICAL

By Burt Levine, Political Writer

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Meca Walker Makes It To Family Court Judge Run-Off

ssociate Judge Meca Walker, one of Harris County’s highest rated family court judges, made it in the March 4th primary elections to secure a slot in the May 27th run-off for the Harris County 247th Family District Court. If Walker wins she will be the first African American woman District Family Court Judge in Harris County history. Early voting is May 19th through the 23rd.

“I have worked steadfastly and tirelessly representing children that were the victims of the most heinous child abuse imaginable and for parents accused of abuse. I have worked seeing all sides from every side of the Houston area in how the legal system is involved in protecting all of our children and parents too and then as an associate judge I’ve been in the middle of it having to decide what is right and what is wrong,” said native Houstonian Walker who was born in Harris County. After graduating from high school in the Cy-Fair ISD, Walker went on to earn her English degree from Clark Atlanta University and her law degree from Howard University’s Law School.

“Throughout high school I knew I wanted to be an attorney because I knew I wanted to fight for the underdog and be an advocate for the disadvantaged. My parents were both successful small business owners and role models to me as hard working independent entrepreneurs. They are why following law school I owned and build my own private practice until beginning my public service,” she said in referencing to her law offices

BOOK REVIEW

By Terri Schichenmeyer, Literary Writer

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Meca L. Walker

Splash, Anna Hibiscus!

“Look, Mom!” ou probably say that ten times a day. You want to show her something, ask a question, or just get Mom to see what you’re doing.

Sometimes, it’s hard to get her attention, but if you’re like the little girl in “Splash, Anna Hibiscus!” by Atinuke & Lauren Tobia, you might go ahead and have fun without it.

It was a beautiful, sunny day on a beach in Africa. That’s where Anna Hibiscus lives, and it’s where her whole family was relaxing.

Everybody was having fun. Papa was with Uncle Tunde, and they were visiting with fishermen. Some of the cousins were on their phones, some were playing soccer, and Chocolate was dumping sand on Angel. Even Mama was busy.

Anna Hibiscus watched the ocean waves as they splashed and laughed. She wanted so much to splash, too, and she wanted everyone else to come with her!

She asked Angel and Chocolate, but they were digging in the sand. They invited Anna Hibiscus to play in the sand with them, but that’s not what she wanted to do.

She asked Benz and Wonderful to splash with her in the waves, but they didn’t even hear her.

They were playing ball with beach boys and that wasn’t what Anna Hibiscus wanted to do, either.

She asked her girl cousins if they would like to go play in the waves, but Clarity, Joy, and Common Sense said they were messing with their phones and were “too big now for playing.” Anna Hibiscus didn’t want to hear “too big,” so she stomped away

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that she owned before becoming a judge.

Her parents were founding members of First New Hope Bible Church. They taught her and her younger sister that having a solid faith in God, upholding traditional family values and obtaining an excellent education was the pillars of becoming a successful and productive citizen.

Walker was noticed by sitting district judges that watched her work and decided to appoint her to work for children that were the victims of abuse in Child Protective Services cases and to represent parents accused of abuse that may not have had means to hire lawyers.

“I was recognized by two elected district judges. They chose to appoint me to the full time post of associate judge in the 309th Family Court.

I now serve as associate judge in the 247th Family Court. It is here where I’ve proven judgment in the wide discretion and critical decision making that impacts so many children and families.

Minority families and children are most impacted and currently there are no elected minority family court judges,” she added.

All Harris County registered voters can vote in run- off elections whether they voted in the primaries or not.

to watch the laughing waves some more.

Mama was braiding hair. Auntie Joli was working beneath an umbrella. Auntie Grace was cooking corn. Papa was standing by a boat, deep in conversation and everybody knows that men don’t stop talking. Even Grandmother and Grandfather

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were busy asleep beneath their newspapers.

Anna Hibiscus looked at the waves again.

She wanted to splash in them. They wanted to splash with her, too. They were laughing and dancing. She started laughing, too.

And then Anna Hibiscus jumped….

It’s been a long and difficult winter. On many occasions, I’ll bet you dreamed of tropical things. Maybe now’s the time to put sand between your toes, the sound of the ocean in your ears, and “Splash, Anna Hibiscus!” in your hands.

If you can’t tell by looking at the cover of this cute book, there’s a lot of joy in the story of a little girl who just wants to play in the water. Author Atinuke and illustrator Lauren Tobia, in fact, make this one of the happiest books you’ll ever read to your children: there’s no pouting, no whining, just glee in what lies beyond the sand.

Just one caveat: careful parents of 3-to-7year-olds might want to have a “don’t go in the water alone” talk while reading this book.

Do that, then immerse yourselves in the delight of this adorable story.

For both of you, “Splash, Anna Hibiscus!” is a book you’ll look at again and again.

c.2013, Kane Miller$14.99 / $17.95 Canada 32 pages

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s the nation commemorates the Civil War Sesquicentennial and the fiftieth anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act, Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) announces the extension of its national African American history celebratory tour through 2014, featuring renowned exhibition, The Kinsey Collection: Shared Treasures of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey, Where Art and History Intersect.

The Kinsey Collection chronicles more than four hundred years of the contributions made by African Americans in American history. The collection includes artifacts and works of art demonstrating the artistic, historic, and cultural contributions and progress of African Americans. The exhibition features documents, artifacts, and photographs dating from 1600 to the Civil War, Reconstruction, the Jim Crow years, and the Civil Rights Movement.

The exhibition has been seen at the Smithsonian Institution and 14 other venues, but never before in Atlanta or Huston. As part of Wells Fargo’s 2013 celebratory tour honoring the 150th anniversary of The Emancipation Proclamation, it traveled to leading African American museums including the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) in San Francisco, the Harvey B. Gantt Center in Charlotte, and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore.

This year, the exhibition will contain more than 130 items, featuring never before displayed artifacts, including: a first edition of Solomon Northrup’s 12 Years a Slave, the basis of the Academy Award-winning film; W.E.B Dubois 1st edition copy of his ground breaking book Souls of Black Folks; and the earliest known African-American

Wells Fargo Extends African American History Tour, Brings The Kinsey Collection marriage record dating back to 1598.

Through these objects, The Kinsey Collection seeks to dispel myths and promote dialogue about the role of African Americans in the making of America. Wells Fargo invites visitors of the collection to contemplate the items displayed and to reflect on the progress that African Americans have made in civil rights and social justice, as well as consider the work remaining to achieve equality.

“Wells Fargo is excited to extend our national tour in collaboration with the Kinsey family. We are committed to sharing the stories of African Americans to recognize the heroes, and their collective experiences, which have helped define the American story,” says Lisa Frison, Wells Fargo, vice president, African American segment manager.

The role of African Americans in the art and culture of early America was far richer than commonly thought – a contribution that has endured and flourished. At the same time, the end of slavery with the Civil War did not end the exploitation, violence, and neglect of the previously e Civil War Sesquicentennial and the fiftieth anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act enslaved and their descendants.

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In addition to the traveling exhibit, Wells Fargo launched the Untold Stories: Our Inspired History campaign as a social extension of the tour. The campaign features a three-part short film series narrated by celebrity influencers, Jordin Sparks, Lauren London, and Lance Gross, taking viewers through specific points in history highlighting artifacts from The Kinsey Collection. The campaign also multiple video vignettes featuring prominent lifestyle bloggers sharing their personal stories.

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here are always life lessons involved in going to SXSW and this year’s was no different. From big brand showcases to the discovery of new artists and the overall wear and tear it does on your body – South By Southwest will always be one of those festivals you tell your friends about every year and even when you warn them, they still have no idea what they may experience. Here’s our main lessons to learn from those who went down to Austin last weekend.

1. Even Working The Showcases Is Tiring At the annual AllHipHop.com showcase, I played assistant stage manager as opposed to just a regular member of the press.

Think 6th Street is tiring? Consider the countless organizers and event staff that worked to ensure that each show, more or less, ran smoothly. And that’s strictly on the surface level. – Cecilia Smith

5. SXSW Is Corporate, But You Knew That Already In its 27 years of existence, SXSW has continued to not only swell but innovate as well; branching off into film, music, comedy, and this year, even a television showcase. Proving that adaptability is key, as the event continues to evolve with the times. And sadly, money is going to be part of that.

How do you escape the big corporation feel of SXSW? Simple – go support the little guys. – CS Jojo

2. Every Moment Is A Networking Opportunity You can walk the street and bump into somebody who’s a big name in any industry. Comedy, film, music, television, it doesn’t matter. A few years ago, Diddy walked around with Machine Gun Kelly as if it were nothing. Now Diddy’s doing a panel where a rapper could interrupt him and hand him his demo tape. It’s the land of make believe for some rappers – if they choose to do so. – Brandon Caldwell 3. The Crash That Changed Everything Wednesday night, I was on one end of downtown, near the convention center checking out Jay Z & Kanye West. Our brand director Trevor Piper was milling around on the other, near Red River and 10th before heading back towards me. Then, tragedy happened and none of us could really let it sink in.

By now, we know the story: a 21-year old man attempted to flee police during a DWI stop and instead hit two people on a bike and moped, killing them.

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Then he turned down 9th and Red River, barreled through the barricade and struck even more people, killing one and injuring 22 others.

Maybe because I was telling the story online, few bothered to check on me or know my whereabouts. But, for a lot of people in Austin, their phones turned into beams of hope and relief. “Are you OK? Oh my God, are you OK?” It still feels weird to think what could have happened, and how it could have been even worse. BC 4. Samsung Won The Brand Wars It’s no real secret that corporate brands have invaded SXSW over the last few years and this one was no exception. Doritos had a giant stage set up near Stubbs BBQ where the main highlight was Lady Gaga getting vomited on. Samsung, who held the aforementioned Jay Z & Kanye West show among a week of showcases, especially benefited from good brand exposure by offering free phone charges to those in need of new batteries in Austin. No word if Sprint will ever give anyone service though. – CS

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6. Movies > Music For the first time in my five years going to SXSW, I was privy to enjoying the film festival portion as well as the music side. And let’s be perfectly clear – it’s much easier to get into a film showing than a music showcase. Even when I split time between Andre 3000’s rather impressive showing of Jimi Hendrix to catch Kanye West & Jay Z on my first night, the 3000 flick was a much easier occasion to navigate as opposed to the Samsung wrist band sea of standing people moment that was Jay & Ye. Who knew? – BC 7. Free Swag!

Take note, we’re referring to the original meaning of swag in free goodies given to you by a corporation or a brand as opposed to the new aged one. Frankly, every year I get something weirder and weirder at SX. Last year, I got underwear and condoms. This year I got a hookah pen and plenty of T-shirts. Not to mention Samsung gave away free drinks and tacos just for taking album cover photos. – BC 8. Random Discoveries Are The Best There is no telling what you may run into

in regards to a SXSW showcase. You can hear someone in a pop-up performance on 6th Street like rapper Raz Simone or you can start picking up game on a guy named Jelly Roll from Tennessee. What may also shock you is how many niche acts can blossom into fully formed things. Case in point, Future Islands completely owned SXSW to the point they won awards for it. UK singer Sam Smith already owned every heart with his work on Disclosure’s “Latch”.

That’s what SX is about in a sense – straying away from your normal plans. – BC 9. Food Truck-A-Mania

While many people attend SXSW to feed their need for all things music and film related the true victor of the 2-week long festival are the food trucks that provide relief daily to thousands of famished SXSW attendees. SX Southbites was a little piece of heaven that I stumbled upon rambling through the streets of Austin. The food truck park equipped with a cash bar, mobile charging station, and an outdoor tent for seating quickly became my resting place. With over 15 different food trucks the hub had a little something for everyone’s taste buds as trucks featuring organic entrees, local fixins, and sweets had endless lines. – Monica Jones 10. Doughbeezy & The Hannibal Burress Army

In terms of entourages, Doughbeezy and his Headwrecka camp might have this whole travelling like a squad thing down pat. The Houston rapper played fourteen different showcases at SX, each one his own personal proving ground for his latest release Footprints On The Moon. He and Compton, CA rapper YG might have a say in who had the best rapper representation at SX but nothing tops Hannibal Burress.

Burress, the Chicago comedian was at SX like everyone else, to enjoy good music and people.

He also happened to have a screening of his new comedy special on Friday night. After going full blast in telling jokes, Burress finished the Q&A session by having a full out 2nd line band play him out of the theatre and into the streets. The man had his own SX parade. Nothing, can top that. - BC

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HTV Houston Television’s New Studio Photography By Vicky Pink

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n Friday, March 14, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand in the rotunda of Houston City Hall for the grand opening of HTV Houston Television’s new state of the art television studio. Located on the first floor of City Hall, HTV director Dwight Williams cut the ribbon along with Mayor Annise Parker to the new home of HTV. Several awards were presented to producers of HTV programming. Mayor Parker presented a proclamation. Some on hand were City Controller Ronald Green, Helen George, Miss Black America Coed Teen Arielle Watson, Lloyd Gite, Kim Davis, Carolyn Campbell, Darian Ward, Margo Handy Williams, Phyllis Bailey, Lex Frieden, Walter Black, Sharon Moses, Marcos Bracamontes, Minerva Perez, Sofia Adrogue, Julius Burchett, Jarren Small, and Douglas Johnson.

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n Saturday, March 8, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at Bentley Houston for the Port City Chapter of The Links, Incorporated annual “Stetsons & Stilettos.” The event is a major fundraiser for the organization to continue to reach its goals of providing strategies to educate, engage, and inform children and their parents about making healthy lifestyle choices; to expand the chapter’s focus to include science technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programming; and, to award scholarships to deserving high school students.

Some in attendance were Rhonda Arnold, Melanie Flowers, Mario Diaz, Wondy Weston, Houston City Councilman Jerry Davis, Judson Robinson, Llicia Ellis, Judge Hilary Green, Joyce Jacquet, and Gerald and Anita Smith.

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FotoFest 2014 - Portraits of Hope

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n Thursday, March 6, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at The Health Museum for the opening reception of FotoFest 2014 - Portraits of Hope. Every image in the exhibit tells the story of childhood cancer; capturing moments of kindness, dignity and courage. With over 50 chapters across the country FLASHES OF HOPE changes the way children see themselves through the gift of photography. All photographers’ photos featured are members of American Society of Media Photographers. Houston Style’s Chief Photographer Vicky Pink’s granddaughter Hazel Sims was a featured child in the exhibit with her parents Jasmine and Maurice Sims. Hazel suffers with Sickle Cell Disease. Another friend of Houston Style featured is Khyrstin (Kyssi) Andrews and her mother Marla.

When Women Succeed, America Succeeds Photography By Vicky Pink

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n Tuesday, March 18, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Young Women’s College Prep Academy for “When Women Succeed, America Succeeds” event with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi. Many gathered for the summit to discuss economic issues facing today’s women and a comprehensive strategy designed to meet the unique needs of women and their families. Some in attendance were Mayor Annise Parker, Delesa O’Dell-Thomas, Cynthia Cisneros, Kim Burrell, Saru Jayaraman, Maria Rios, Congresswoman Terri Sewell, and Allison Lami Sawyer.

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Metropolitan CME Church’s Luncheon and Fashion Show Photography By Vicky Pink

n Saturday, February 8, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Metropolitan O CME Church as the Committee to Elect Rev. Dr. Bobby R. Best, Aspirant for the Office of Bishop 2014, presented A Signature Fundraising Luncheon and Fashion Show honoring

“Community Champions On The Move.” Twelve were honored for their outstanding service in the community. The honorees were HISD Board Trustee Wanda Adams; State Rep. Dr. Alma Allen; Rev. Dr. Bobby R. Best, Pastor of Metropolitan CME Church; Dr. Dorris Ellis, Publisher & CEO of The Houston Sun; Rev. Manson Johnson, Shepherd Leader of Holman Street Baptist Church; Rev. DeWayne Lark, Founder of Visions Church; Dr. Albert Lemons, Principal of Atherton Elementary; Dean Charles H. Lewter, Prairie View A & M University; Kathy Mosby, Owner of Angel Love Personal Care Home & Le’Chic Fashions; Dr. Jonita W. Reynolds, CEO of Gulf Coast Community Services Association; State Rep. Ron Reynolds, Esq.; and Bishop William M. Williamson, Sr., Presiding Prelate of the Eighth Episcopal District. Fashions by Le’Chic Fashions were showcased.

Sisters in the Spirit of Houston Installation Ceremony

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n Monday, January 27, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at St. Dominic Center for the installation Ceremony for the Sisters in the Spirit of Houston (SIS). SIS is a lay service organization, which supports women through prayer, works of service, and support to those in need. The mission of the organization is “to be Christ to others.” The new officers serving for 2014-2016 are President Evelyn Wagner Wright, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church; Vice President Libby Semien Newman, St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church; Secretary Donna Carmon Pierson, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church; Assistant Secretary Cheryl Griffin Cash, St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church; and Treasurer Melina Bowens Volair, St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church. There are more than 125 active members who are parishioners from various parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

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