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S & L Home Care International Civil Rights Museum Ribs By Art Jermel Moody
Donald Booker
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Everyone Is Impressionable Greatness doesn’t happen over night and the catalyst of success is hard work. Whatever is put into something always determines the finished product. With clarity and without contest, this also includes a lack of what isn’t applied. It makes more sense for someone to maintain their consistency, even through the tough times, rather than to abbreviate an obvious submission by changing lanes or changing their mind. Depending on how we look at trying moments, the effects of adversity offer insight into an underlying message; you’re not the first one it has happened to. Notable figures of history made tremendous sacrifices and contributions all for the well being of someone else. Harriet Tubman, Fredrick Douglas, Rosa Parks, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Medgar Evers, (The Greensboro Four) Ezell Blair, Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, David Richmond, and countless others all possessed an intuitiveness that set them apart from the rest of the pack. Though I’m sure they all would talk down their actions for nothing extraordinary, the paths that were paved, doors opened, and change induced is far from ordinary. A follower of someone or something becomes this after their attention is alerted and captured by words and actions. Invisibly, an impression is made and what happens next is as predictable as the first steps taken by a young child. We become musicians because of impressions made by music. We become professors because of impressions made during our educational upbringing. We become failures because of impressions that glorifies failure. We become winners because of impressions that suggest winning creates opportunities. We become tragedies and statistics because of the impressions not made by those responsible for our well being. We become successes because of impressions made by someone who never compromised. We’re equipped at birth with gifts and talents, yet they’re useless until realized. What we encounter along our paths will influence or suppress this realization. It doesn’t matter what direction we go, it is always determined by what has won our minds over and filled its adolescent voids. We’re surrounded by many things that will relentlessly feed us with persuasive verbiage about who we should be. We’re impressionable because it’s our human nature to be.
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Shaping Boys Into Men
Richard Curitan
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Passionate About Finances
Community Connection
Deborah Crosby
Gloria & James Sexton
S & L Home Care Living Healthy
Destress For The Holidays Looking For Authors
Ribs By Art
Tamica Fuller Has A Vision
Kotur Kutz
No More Drama Relationships
Pastor Wil & Grace Nichols He’s Hands On
De Zine Collection The Wedding Must Be Planned
Dynamic Property Management, LLC
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James Chandler
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A Purpose Driven Life Monica Betham
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Music Is An Open Door
The Pursuit of Perfection Donald Booker
Marcus Anderson
Marcus Anderson
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Community Connection
Consistency Produces Rewards
By Alana Allen Charlotte North Carolina With the growing rate of more African American women starting their own businesses; Deborah Crosby has added her name amongst them. For 25 years, she has worked in Corporate America as a Quality Manager for Southern Optical, one of the largest wholesale laboratories on the
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East Coast. Crosby was in responsible for making sure everything for this company was running smoothly. With the encouragement from her husband, she decided that it was her time to become her own boss. In 2005, she started Deliverance Home Care, a health care agency with 2 licensed branches in Charlotte, N.C. and Greensboro, N.C, with two pilot locations in Reidsville and Burlington, N.C. She employs over 154 employees and contractors. As an entrepreneur, Deborah Crosby wanted to control her destiny and allow God to play a key role in her success. She went back to school and gained her MBA from the University of Phoenix and she researched everything to this is to know about starting a business. However, every entrepreneur knows that it is not easy running a business and Deborah Crosby credits her commitment to GOD for allowing her to keep the faith. Her inspiration comes from her mother who is the mother of 12 children. She believes if her mother can do it then she can do anything. In addition to her family, her employees continue to motivate her to keep doing what she does best by giving more people opportunities to better their lives. Deborah Crosby’s tips for women who are
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looking to start their own businesses is to do your research, shadow other companies in your field of interest, balance work and family, have a great support system, manage budgets, and learn how to take time for yourself. Also, all women should know being an entrepreneur comes with many challenges that can be conquered. “My biggest challenge was learning how to balance family and work by not transferring a long day at work into my home life” said Deborah Crosby. The way Deborah Crosby gives back to the community is through her nonprofit Each One Reach One Advocacy International. This nonprofit is designed to help people who need clothing, food, and emergency shelter. Crosby has partnered with different organizations to help find the resources for people who need help. In the future, Deborah Crosby plans to expand her company across the globe and leave a legacy for her children. Deborah Crosby is a native of Greensboro, N.C and the mother of 5 children, and a wife to Michael Crosby. Her favorite quote is “Make Each Day…Your Masterpiece”. To learn more about Deborah Crosby visit www. deliverancehomecare.com
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Lending A Hand To The Homeless
By Alana Allen Greensboro, North Carolina According to NC Department of Health and Human Services there are over 12,371 people identified as homeless in this state. This may come as an alarming rate but people still continue to pass these people by without a care in the world. However, that is not the case for the Interactive Resource Center based in Greensboro, N.C. The center is a safe haven for homeless people and people near homelessness to receive help with shelter, clothes, food, medical care, overnight bags, resume and interview skills for jobs, counseling, and so much more.
In the beginning, the Interactive Resource Center started off as a winter shelter on the third floor of Bessemer United Methodist Church through the initiative of the city of Greensboro. The center soon turned into a day center for homeless people to come in to receive help. When the intense needs of the people increasisng, the center started to grow into something more. With the help of four staff members and over 20 volunteers, the Interactive Resource Center continues to grow each and everyday. Tiffany Dumas, the Volunteer Coordinator with a personality that is full of life, works hard everyday to meet the needs of the homeless. Dumas a native of Greensboro, N.C. started off as a volunteer for the center but soon filled the full time position as the Volunteer Coordinator in June 2009. Dumas has an undying passion to help people because at one point in her life she was close to homelessness and knows what it is like to seek help. With the help of the staff, volunteers, and partnering with churches and non-profits, Tiffany Dumas is always making sure that food is being served, a class is being taught, men and women are being taken cared of, and needs are being met.
“My purpose is to make a difference in somebody’s life and I understand that God has place in me a position to do just that” said Dumas. Tiffany explains when you are helping someone who is homeless or close to losing their house you really have to understand the difference between urgent and important. The stress and trauma of being on the streets or going to a shelter that only gives someone 30 days to find some where else to stay is serious pressure. Dumas says “People need to learn how to treat people like human beings and realize that everyone is the same”. Homeless people become homeless due to economic reasons, mental illnesses, drug abuse, domestic violence, and so many other reasons. Even though the Interactive Resource Center is funded by the city of Greensboro, the biggest challenges are resources such as food, clothing, housing, and space. The center is open for donations such as food, clothing, or for people with special skills that can help change people lives. In 2010, the Interactive Resource Center will be moving to a larger facility on 437 Washington Street in Greensboro, NC and will offer more shelter and resources for the homeless community. To learn more about the Interactive Resource Center visit www.ircgreensboro.com.
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Donald Booker Leading United Youth Care & Adult Human Care Services By Alana Allen Photos by Tiger Butler Photography
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hen it comes to taking an initiative to change the behaviors of today’s youth in the Greensboro community; Donald Booker and his staff of United Youth Care Services are on the forefront of this movement. Donald Booker is the owner and founder of United Youth Care Services, a mental health nonprofit organization in Greensboro, North Carolina. Booker is an alumnus of North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Currently, he is pursuing his masters in Clinical Psychology from the graduate program at North Carolina Central University. In the beginning, for many years Donald Booker worked in group homes with children and adults. With the years spent dedicating his time to the people of the community he realized that he wanted more and he wanted to be his own boss. In 2003, he started United Youth Care Services in Winston-Salem and expanded the company out to Greensboro, Durham, and Creedmoor, N.C.
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United Youth Care Services provides services to youth and adults who have issues with depression, homelessness, post traumatic stress disorder, anger management, conduct disorder, and behavioral issues. Booker says “For the longest time African American men are at the highest rate to be diagnosed with mental disorders and my agency has been on the forefront trying to change these statistics.” United Youth Care Services receives most of their clients through word of mouth and referrals from the community. Clients are assessed through agency professionals to determine the needs of the services. Booker’s passion has always been to see his clients go from a bad situation to a great outcome. “African Americans have always given back to the community however people decided to give that venture a name, psychology, so I decided to turn psychology into a successful business” said Booker. United Youth Care Services also provides assistances to African refugees from war torn countries that come to North Carolina looking for help. His agency has been successful by meeting their basic needs such as housing, language barriers, and helping them to adjust to the area. To start a non-profit like the United Youth Care Services every private provider has to be endorsed through the state to provide mental services. At the agencies, Booker employs over 25 staff members who all have credentials and backgrounds in psychology. Each staff member operate at different levels in the agencies such as a Qualified Professional (requires a four year degree in the mental health/psychology field), Associate Professional, a four year degree (not in psychology) but has expereincein the field with youth and adults with mental issues, and a Para Professional who is someone with a high school diploma that has experience working with youth and adults with mental issues. Donald Booker demands his staff give their best at all times when working with their clients. He encourages everyone in his agencies to become leaders and not followers. Over the years, Donald Booker has faced challenges in his career with funding for more services and finding resources to help with some of his clients. Also another challenge is providing services to people who don’t want to be helped but still suffer from mental issues. Booker has overcome these problems by partnering with other non-profits and lobbying with Congressmen and Mayor Yvonne Johnson of Greensboro, N.C. who are aware of resources to assist. Also, President Barack Obama’s stimulus funds goes towards mental health agencies that assist with homelessness. In addition to the United Youth Care Services, Booker owns three companies: American Trucking & Freight, Inc. based in Charlotte, N.C. that employs 10 people, DLK Security & Protected Agency in Chester, S.C. that provides security services to the whole state of S.C. that employs 10 people, and Cuppy’s Coffee & Smoothies and More, that is a mobile vendor that contracts with Nascar that employs 2 to 3 people. When asked what keeps Donald Booker inspired he replied with “I admire African American men who went against the grain and suffered to change the things that they believed in” said Booker. As a businessman failure is not an option, Donald Booker says “Success is the only thing that I can see; it is the formula to the blueprint.” In the future, he plans to expand all of his business ventures into multimillion dollar companies so he can give more back to the community and create more jobs. In the future, Booker hopes to create a scholarship fund that will benefit the youth of the community. When it comes to Donald Booker, family is the center of his joy; he enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. Booker has instilled in his four children that they have to first create their own successes. All of his children are honor roll students and love attending school. One of Donald Booker’s favorite quotes is by Albert Einstein that says, “Try not to become a man of success but a man of value.”
The way the United Youth Care Services gives back to the community is by sponsoring youth basketball league tournaments, sponsoring golf tournaments with other non-profits, attending community events to bring awareness to the agency and mental illnesses. In the future, Booker hopes to create a scholarship fund that will benefit the youth of the community.
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Raleigh, North Carolina
Jermel Moody Young Author Who Loves To Talk To God
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ery intellectual when it comes to poetry and getting his point across, Jermel Moody of Raleigh describes himself – “I can be over analytical at times but that is the Aquarius side of me. I am saved and a poet, a singer, and a graphic designer with anti-gravity dreams. I am the type of person that will never let a debate cease without me allowing the debate to rest in peace,” he says. In other words, he gets the last word. Jermel’s colorful mind exhibits signs of brilliance and he boasts that his verbiage is boundless. “Ignorance is the night of the mind without moon or star,” a personal quote he wrote and applies to his life daily. Just 20 years old, Jermel has accomplished quite a bit. In May of this year he graduated from Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte with an associate degree in marketing. He has published a book, “God I Love Sex,” purposely written to inform young people on those three important aspects (God, Love, & Sex) and also to be honest with himself and others. Jermel believes that it’s time for people, especially the church, to understand that sex should be discussed and not frowned upon. “I want people to realize that love is God, and God is love, and God created sex,” Jermel states. Referring to the Holy Bible and 1 John 1:9 which says, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness,” Jermel says he uses poetry as a means of confession. “God, I Love Sex is more than a title, it’s my confession. I’m not perfect but I know God is. I believe that I have been very blessed and with being blessed you have to acknowledge the source of your blessings,” he says. t As he wrote the book he says he was able to get closer to sen en e t God, and focus on the message that he was writing. The n u b e o title was derived from a point in his college life Lifereathe ver giv hat has e w B where he struggled with getting to know God, In, item t to understanding love, and dealing with his the cious oun a e Br pre er am en sexual desires. “In a matter of a ere ir ost ill nev heav get th em fa e week God showed his face in my m e ers The nds w from tually not s leven d niv life, love showed its benefits and u c e r e o y a ma g f ou consequences, and sex was being iam like nga ou til y is life night es e nter o or d n n implemented into my relationship for r U s th id com ce els ds sta the first time,” says Jermel. Though he me p to m n be o the is han isible i Jew t At ive u moo i is n in H st v far ium totally stands behind the chosen title of e at h ully eare t as uilibr L h t the book, not everyone understands the o f n n th eq e ce On alizes will b ng the He is te an God meaning. He says that he isn’t endorsing , i a t e y d e r r u a n b a sexual activity but rather encouraging rs sun Our d d as ur he will eq you a s o rive r o individuals to be honest with themselves, n the h G s e y e ’ c n v i e p to within la wh betwe d deli ocean ay help them understand the consequences of Wh ay ku w loo He is formu lance ay an ry the ain a day th of M their actions, and learn alternate methods of r a aw u c e p he ba ..... on expression in a relationship besides sex. late equal takes ke yo kes th anot he m live o face u m An While at Johnson & Wales, he hosted a book He t ma he ta o see like t can ace t For o t ons you to f release party. He says that everyone was excited yn us hat ry ma ow t llow f seas ing if Him to read the book and to know more about the book. st c God h a r n a c k l i o l k s e l Since then he has sold nearly 100 books and hopes Wh But e wi iddle ond can a this ike up u up l d H he m turn w you e to culminate the experience with a major publishing n v i A in t g yo o company picking up his vision and obtaining distribution y to n up s Why? dy to t hold t k c a u r a t ch w pe opportunities with Barnes and Noble Booksellers. i t re d no hea re s lo
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Tamica Fuller
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amica Fuller has over 13 years of experience in the hair styling profession. She has owned and operated her very own salon and worked along side some very talented professionals, benefiting from their artistical influences and has left an impression of her talents as well. As her skill set in hair styling became even more sophisticated, Tamica discovered a desire to become more involved in the lives of her clients. With persistency and leadership qualities she transmitted her vision in a brand she hopes will revolutionize her chosen profession; Introducing Kotur Kutz. A native of Greensboro, Tamica founded Kotur Kutz in February of 2009, based on her vision to provide professionals in the hair and beauty industry with more exposure. This vision has grown to educate and support students, stylist, and barbers. She says the big picture involves offering Continuing Education Classes at a location that will serve as a learning and events center. As a wife and mother of
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two, she says that she really wants to make a difference in hair industry and community. She is a former student of Dudley Cosmetology Universities Advance Training, and has attended NES Seminars, and EMS Seminars. In May, Kotur Kutz presented the 1st Annual Kotur Kutz Exclusive Beauty and Barber Show held at the Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center. With sponsorship from one of the industry’s top suppliers, Harlem 125, the show was a success because it presented several stylist in a professional atmosphere and showcased their talents in competition and awarded several cash prizes to participants. The show also included comedy, the Umoja Step Team from Dudley High School in Greensboro, student instructors, models, and suppliers Influence, Salon Exclusive, and live music and several vendors. Other community sponsors included Bright Beginnings, and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greensboro. Participating salons and barbershops included the Wright Styling Center, Prosperity Styles, Motivations
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Barbershop, New Hair Care, Billionaire Cuts, and Razor Line Barbershop. Kotur Kutz is also doing work for Kima Hair in Seaccaucus, NJ, at the National Beauty Association Beauty Supply Show, Harlem 27 Pieces Hair Show in Houston, TX, and will also conduct a model search in November of 2009 in Greensboro for cover models for its hair show in 2010, as well as for model class demonstrations. Tamica says that she wouldn’t have been able to bring Kotur Kutz into existence without the encouragement from her family and friends. “Most of all my brother pushed me and made me stick to my vision and dream of Kotur Kutz,” she says. “I learned a lot from the hair show and by putting God first and conducting yourself in a professional manner at all times, anything is possible.” For more information, please visit Kotur Kutz online at www.koturevents.com
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Greensboro, North Carolina
James T. Chandler
JT Tax & Financial Services Money Makes $ense By Terry L. Watson Photos by James Chandler
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e has a passion for helping people, for finances, and educating individuals about the importance of financial awareness. His clients are serviced with sincerity and absolute honesty while their needs remain paramount. His duties as a husband and father are his most important priorities and secondly he’s a businessman and entrepreneur. James Chandler is a native of Greensboro and is a IRS Registered tax preparer and real estate broker. To be even clearer about his position, James acknowledges himself as a Personal Financial Educator and Full Service Real Estate Professional. Located at 911-A Raleigh Street in Greensboro, he plans to one day open several locations throughout the triad to accommodate thousands of clients. For the last 7 years, he has prepared his personal income taxes as well those of family and friends and eventually business began to boom and the rest is history. “No one will work harder for the tax payer than me,” he says. “I will ask and probe to get as much information needed to maximize the customers return.” To provide his clients with as much information as possible is very critical. James says, “education and information are two components that are implemented with each client. Individuals need to understand that raising your income doesn’t always lead to debt relief. You must change your mentality on how you manage money.” He is constantly teaching individuals on how to make their money work for them and not them working for their money. These practices include proper investing and a thorough financial analysis that exposes where erroneous spending is occurring and also identifies where opportunities for saving exists. Once an individual recovers from a dreadful bout with debt, he says they must acquire practices that will prevent them from returning to the things that lead to that situation. “In my experience most people don’t plan to fail, they fail to plan,” affirms James. “You must establish goals for your future and diligently proceed and see them through. If this is ignored, the tough times that may arise will be unforgiving.” He says this includes establishing several savings accounts and controlling accessibility. James says that he really enjoys to see the look on the face of someone he has helped. And even so he has only one regret and that being he is not able to help everyone. “I would like to touch and impact more lives through financial education. That’s why I have expanded my services to include cash flow management, credit management and income protection,” he states. “Reaching as many as possible and help all that want to be helped!”
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Trice Hickman
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he’s a self- proclaimed, bonafide Southern girl who loves cooking, traveling, and meeting interesting people. She is a fun-loving down to earth sister and thoroughly enjoys her number one pastime - shopping! With all her interests, Trice Hickman has engraved her name in the literary field by publishing books with three dimensional characters and multi-layered plots that grab the reader’s attention as she gives careful consideration to the details of her stories and their characters. Born in Havelock, NC, Trice received her bachelor’s degree from Winston-Salem State University and her master’s degree from Wake Forest University. Books have always been a part of her life and a love for the written word; it was no wonder that she eventually became a writer. For many years she dreamed about being a published author, but didn’t start writing until March 2004 when she penned the manuscript for her first novel, “Unexplained Interruptions.”
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Award Winning & Best Selling Author
By Terry L. Watson Photos by Trice Hickman After college, Trice entered into the corporate world and held several management positions and worked for non-profit organizations. Without warning her life changed when she was suddenly laid off. She says that the lay-off was one of the best blessings of her life because God then opened her literary window. When she begins to write a book, she develops a story line and plays around with it in her head. She then sits down at her computer and begins to write. “I literally let the characters speak to me and tell their story as I write it,” she says. “Quite often the story that I start out with isn’t the story that I end up with.” Her intended audience generally consists of African American women, ages 19-55. With such a broad audience the age scale slides up and down a bit, but overall anyone who is looking for a well-written, well crafted, character-driven story will enjoy her books.
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Trice says that writing is something she will do for free. As she wrote her first book, she wasn’t making a dime but says it was the happiest and most enthusiastic she has ever been about work. “I’ve felt frustrated at times but never have decided to give up,” she says. Trice credits her husband and family for pushing her as she has enjoyed the success of being an award winning and bestselling author. After writing her first book, she has followed with “Keeping Secrets” and “Telling Lies” and her third book, “Playing the Hand You’re Dealt,” will be released June 2010, along with a short story titled “Her Secret Pleasure.” She will be writing for the anthology, Bedtime Stories 3 which will be published June 2010 as well.
For more information about Trice Hickman, visit her online at www.tricehickman.com
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arian Wright Edelman once said, “Service is the rent we pay for living.” For some, service is not just payment for sustenance, but is quenches an inner desire, need, passion and calling to help others. One such individual, Gloria Sexton, has based her entire life around her passion -no calling- to serve. She, along with her husband James Sexton, is the owner and operator of S & L Home Care Services, Inc., a home healthcare and mental health company dedicated to assisting the elderly, disabled, individuals with mental illness and behavior disorders and their families with the intent to provide an opportunity to be an active participant in their community and personal life. Birthed in December 2006, the name stems from James’ last name, Sexton, and Gloria’s maiden name of Long –in remembrance of her late father. One might say that S & L Home Care Services was conceived out of necessity. The need for a more defined healthcare service hit close to home for Gloria. Faced with the fact that her sister requires 24 hour nursing home support and her elderly mother benefits from home care aid, it was simply a matter of ironing out the details. It would become the physical manifestation of her lifelong motto: Others helping Others. Serving many areas including Guilford, Forsyth, and Wake Counties, the challenges of business ownership can be daunting-dealing with staff turnover, constant changes in state regulations and funding-Sexton knows it’s something she must do. Furthermore, it’s nothing too overwhelming for the one in whom her faith lies. She often quotes 1 John 4:4, which states, “Greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.” It is a mantra by which she lives. Truthfully, Gloria acknowledges she has always known her lot in life - service to others just as Christ was a humble servant. While some people can easily distinguish between their personal and business life, Gloria admits she has a hard time drawing the line and by her own admission believes separation of the two to be unnecessary. “I believe in being very accessible to my clients and employees. I think of them [employees and clients] as part of my family, in fact, most of them will call me if they have problems.” Unorthodox to some, but Sexton would have it no other way. You see, after one conversation with this obviously sincere businesswoman, it’s easy to see that she is driven by a force much greater than simply a desire to help others, but rather an ingrained calling from God to serve others. “I am called to serve,” says Sexton. “I cannot separate my business and spiritual life. God is in my business and my personal life.” In fact, Gloria opens every meeting with prayer to God. Both graduates of North Carolina A&T State University, Gloria and James hold several degrees that assist them in their business endeavors. Yet, it is their dedication to God that propels and gives them the favor they need to be as successful as they have become. “I could not have started this business without faith in God,” says Sexton. It is a lifestyle of faith and service to God that keeps both she and her husband equipped and prepared for the demanding and strenuous pull and tug of operating their business especially a business in which crisis are not an uncommon occurrence. It is the word of God that keeps them humble and always cognizant of their true purpose. No matter what issue arises, Gloria Sexton maintains that “No weapon formed against me shall prosper.” She reveals that it is the Word of God they study and pattern their lives after that makes business ownership possible. It’s a road map and a how-to book all in one. She states, as first lady, Edna Brooks, often says, “if you work the Word, the Word will work for you.” Active members of Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Greensboro, Inc., they are proud of the fact that they receive spiritual renewal under the leadership of Bishop George Brooks. Yes, both find time for entertainment, enjoying everything from reading to fishing, but their motivation comes from their passion to help others. Even before S & L Home Care Services, Inc. was conceived, Sexton has always been involved in serving others. In 1998, she implemented and designed the first women’s resource center on a North Carolina community college. Notable - yes. Prestigious - in most eyes. But in truth, simply another answer to a call for service. It’s easy to see a formidable pattern in the lives of the Sextons. The recipe is simple. Pour in long hours and hard work, combine a great business team and supportive people and don’t forget the most important ingredients, pray to God daily for guidance, mix it with a listening heart to hear what He has to say, and a substitute is recommended – your will for His. S & L Home Care Services, Inc. can be contacted at: 550l-B Adams Farm Ln. Greensboro, NC 274707 Office-336-294-1506 Fax: 336-294-1507 E-mail: S_lhomecare@triad.rr.com
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Jesse Daniels He’s Hands On
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e describes himself as a man blessed with a gift from God to build houses from blueprints ranging in sizes from 1,500 to 10,000 square feet. He also has an ability to design custom furniture such as tables, curios, bookcases, wall and floor fountains, lazy susans and more. He is a master builder and has designed bedroom ensembles for family members; patio and office furniture for his friends. Yet his most memorable piece designed and constructed was a desk with bookshelves on all three sides custom designed for a college professor. A native of Stantonsburg, NC, Jesse Daniels began practicing the trade of carpentry as a teenager. From this beginning he gained a great deal of knowledge about the craft and by the age of 20, he started building houses and room additions. Skilled and motivated by the limitless designing possibilities that dwelled in his head, Jesse spent most of his free time building and mastering his craft. He says that he was always seeking new ways to expand his skills and soon began designing and building outdoor decks and patios. He became even more diverse by adopting additional skills such as painting, hanging sheetrock and taping, installing hardwood and ceramic tile floors, and installing counter tops and cabinets. Eventually anyone close to him with furniture needs would summon
“When I’m designing furniture I compare it to people. We are all original and one of a kind, but still similar in many ways” his blessed hands and diligence for the job. Compiling nearly forty years of experience, Jesse says that he knew very early that he wanted to design and build furniture. “When I’m designing furniture I compare it to people. We are all original and one of a kind, but still similar in many ways,” he states. In 2005, he finally took the businessman approach and launched his very own business, Dé Zine Collection in the garage of his home. He defines his business by the quality and workmanship he says is absent in most furniture sold by many of the big furniture stores. “My pieces are durable and won’t come apart after moving it a couple of times. They won’t rock and lean after years of ownership,” he declares. Dé Zine Collection offers a one of a kind design that is suited to the clients preferences. The typical cost to purchase one of his designs is determined by the type of wood used to build it and the design. The price usually starts around $300.00 and rise to $1,000.00 or more. His hands are able custom design a complete bedroom suit, including bed frames, head and foot boards, night stand, dresser and bureau. The turn around time can range from 3 to 6 weeks and once completed the pieces are delivered and shipped anywhere in the world. Having his work on display at the International Furniture Market in High Point is a goal for Jesse. The exposure and influx of individuals at the event could provide Dé Zine Collection with the possibility to increase their profits with an increase customer base. “Wherever Dé Zine Collection goes, I am just happy that God blessed me with a gift that has touched and impacted the lives of others,” he says.
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hether in her professional or personal life, Monica Bentham is on a mission to positively impact everyone she comes in contact with. As an attorney, she says the most important resource her law firm provides to their clients is empowerment. As an African American, she willingly shares her knowledge and expertise with her community, while setting a standard for others to follow. As she adheres to a code of values in her personal life, she also adheres to a code of ethics in her profession, which is known by her clients and which, she believes affirms their confidence in her. She actually decided to go to law school because she believed being an attorney would be a stable career in which she would have many options to design her career path long term. A native of West Palm Beach, Florida, Monica Bentham earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Florida in Gainsville. Later she attended and graduated from the University of Florida College of Law in 1996. She then moved to Greensboro in 1997 and began working as a associate attorney for a Greensboro law firm. With a concentration in real estate law, personal injury, contracts and family law, Monica worked there for 7 years until moving to Winston-Salem law firm of the same focus, working for an additional 3 years. Monica says she strongly believes that every person has a purpose in life and that the key to success in any area of one’s life (spirituality, personally, and professionally) is to discover that purpose and to use one’s gifts, talents and efforts to fulfill it. “I believe that life is a tremendous gift from God and that what we do with this life to fulfill His plan an purpose is our gift to Him,” she says. Understanding her purpose, she says God ordained the opening of the Law Office of Monica L. Bentham, PLLC in Greensboro, NC in March of 2007. At her law practice, Monica says her clients are her inspiration. She serves many first time home buyers, aspiring entrepreneurs as well as people who find themselves handling the estate of a deceased loved one. “In any of these cases, the client comes to me with many emotions and sometimes fear. It truly resonates with me that my clients are coming to me on a personal level and seeking reliable legal guidance, counsel and representation,” she admits. With the legal counsel and representation she provides, her clients are informed on how various laws and policies will effect their specific circumstances and are assured that she will advocate for them to receive the best possible outcome based upon the law. She states, “I am acutely aware and do not take it lightly that the service I provide will have a tangible effect on my clients’ lives. Even if it’s something I’ve done hundreds of times, I keep in mind that it may be my client’s first time ever dealing with a legal matter or an attorney. Therefore, the clients motivate me to be diligent, thorough and to achieve excellence in my practice of law.” Another important service that her provides is integrity. “If a client is seeking legal advice or representation and the law is simply not on his/her side, then as an attorney, I have to be willing to tell the client so unequivocally and to never encourage or assist a client to do something that is actually or potentially unlawful,” she says. Even though her firm is a general civil practice, Monica concentrates in three main areas. These areas are Residential and commercial real estate transactions for which she performs contract services, title examinations and closings. Estate planning services which include drafting and updating wills, some trust agreements, financial and health care power of attorneys and living wills. Finally, Business Law which includes formation for profit and non-profit corporations and limited liability companies, drafting operating agreements and by-laws for businesses and churches and facilitating the purchase or sale of a business. Her community involvement includes educating individuals in the areas of real estate and real estate planning. She has consistently provided and spoken at numerous seminars and certification courses for various government entities, counseling programs and churches. She says providing the home buyer with education before and after the closing and what to expect and how to prepare really makes a difference. She has also volunteered as a judge for Guilford County Teen Court offered the through One Step Further, Incorporated in Greensboro. As an alternative to court, first time youth offenders are processed in a system of their peers who serve as the prosecution, defense and jury. Monica says that the buck stops with her. “I am ultimately responsible for my law practice and the quality of legal services it provides,” she says. Staying abreast of changes in the law, reinforcing her legal knowledge with research and legal publications, and drawing from the wisdom and experience of her mentors in the profession shall continue to cultivate Monica into one the best choices for an attorney in her community.
For more information about Attorney Monica Bentham contact her law office at (336) 273-6941 or visit at 403 Blandwood Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401 or online at www.benthamlaw.com
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“I am acutely aware and do not take it lightly that the service I provide will have a tangible effect on my clients’ lives. Even if it’s something I’ve done hundreds of times, I keep in mind that it may be my client’s first time ever dealing with a legal matter or an attorney”
“I plan to continue to develop and cultivate long term relationships with realtors, home builders and developers, lending institutions, governmental and community organizations, businesses, churches and people in the community so that, prayerfully, the Law Office of Monica L. Bentham, PLLC will have deep roots planted in this community and throughout North Carolina” NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2009
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Dynamic Property Management, LLC. Proudly Serving North Carolina, South Carolina, & Virginia
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ike most businesses, Dynamic Property Management, LLC had humble beginnings. The operation began out of a one bedroom apartment. In just seven months, the company was able to purchase a 5,200 square foot office building. As growth quickly became common place, the most important goal for the company’s founders was to ensure that everyone involved shared “Dynamic’s” vision and was equipped with the necessary tools to carry out the mission. The foundation of Dynamic Property Management is sustained by a clear understanding that it’s not about how many problems you have, but how well you solve them. Dynamic Property Management is a real estate company that specializes in addressing the housing needs of senior citizens age 62 or older in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Founded in November of 2007, the objective was to maintain and retain the wealth and assets of its parent company, Metropolitan Housing CDC, Inc., a non-profit builder. Another focus was to provide affordable housing for the elderly. Currently, the management company serves as the portfolio manager for all assets of Metropolitan Housing CDC, Inc., and has a staff of 17 employees. The company anticipates bringing in six additional employees by the end of 2009 and employing a total of 33 employees by the end of 2010. Headed by Reverend David Moore, the direction of the company is steered by Michael Morings who serves as director of operations. Reverend Moore is the CEO of the Metropolitan Housing CDC, Inc. He has been involved in the affordable housing industry for over 30 years and has built over 2000 subsidized units, but isn’t involved in the management of these units. Michael Moring is a former asset manager with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). His responsibilities were to oversee and evaluate management companies, seeing the best and the worst first hand. After meeting Reverend Moore during a housing conference the two formed a business relationship. Reverend Moore discussed his idea to create his own property management company. Having over nine years experience with HUD, Morings teamed up with Moore to form Dynamic Property Management, LLC. Dynamic’s corporate office is located in Charlotte, NC. However, Reverend Moore works from his office in Washington, NC. Crediting the woes of our nation’s economy, the partners have been able to acquire new properties from other ownership entities, primarily church organizations and private owners. Each property they manage has a site manager and maintenance supervisor. Michael Moring builds his workforce on the premise that customer service is the lifeline of any business. “I’ve learned if you say or promise anything, you’re only as good as your last promise,” Michael says. In business, especially minority owned, Michael says their held to a higher standard for so many reasons. “I believe accountability and credibility
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is everything. Many times we start a business and are not quite ready. We adjust as we grow which at times puts us in a compromising position and are not able to deliver to our client base because of a lack of preparation.” He says that Dynamic has approached these issues head on and brought change. “When you call our offices you get a live voice and not an answering machine. We promptly respond to all e-mails and after hour’s messages,” he says. This practice promotes accountability and credibility. Excellent customer service is the engine that propels success. The owners of Dynamic Property Management, LLC state that “if you care for God’s people, you will truly be blessed.” Actively involved in their community, they have implemented
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a meals-on-wheels program, health and safety workshops, and also sponsor entertainment gatherings where the tenants play bingo, card games, and mingle. Dynamic also frequently donates to charities and other worthy causes. This concern and compassion is also shared with those whose efforts help shape the company into one of the best in its industry, the employees. Michael states that their employees are treated as family and not just 9-5 workers. “Although we are a small company, we have implemented a 401-K pension plan, and a full health and dental package,” he says. Constant growth and self improvement is also encouraged among the staff. Michael says his company will invest in their dream or vision. “One of our mangers wants to start a beauty salon, another is a first time home buyer. A member of maintenance personnel may want to open a home repair business, while another wants to open a plumbing business. Guess who is funding their dreams? This is the Dynamic Way,” he says. “I’ve always wanted to work for a company who thought outside of the box, and I’m proud that I am now in a position to make those decisions to help others.” In the future, Dynamic Property Management, LLC hopes to increase its portfolio and expand current locations. Although they currently build and manage affordable housing for senior citizens, they’re seeking to acquire contracts from family units, conventional, and other garden style apartment complexes. Michael says they look forward to building relationships with builders and housing consultants who are familiar with HUD grant applications, and those who share in the Dynamic Mission.
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s founder and pastor of Victorious Praise Fellowship Church of God in Christ (VPF COGIC) in Research Triangle Park, Pastor Wil Nichols has seen his ministry grow from just 10 members to well over 1200. The church employs 30 full and part time individuals and is currently making preparations to erect a new youth center. Pastor Nichols is described as a true advocate for evangelism, which is evidenced through various outreach ministries and services made available to the citizens in the surrounding community, including a food pantry, television ministry, summer camp, college ministry, cell groups, emergency assistance program, and a community development corporation. Above all, Pastor Nichols is saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Spirit. He loves the Lord, his wife, his children, and fulfilling his purpose which is to make a
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difference in the lives of God’s people by preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In 1997, Pastor Wil and First Lady Grace received the vision for VPF COGIC while driving down Interstate 85. The vision came to fruition later that year as they gathered with 10 other like minded individuals at his home. Two months later the first service was held in the clubhouse of Lovett Square Apartments of Durham. The sanctuary of VPF is now a $2.3 million dollar Worship and Family Life Center. As leaders, both Pastor Wil and First lady Grace have authored four books, “More Than Conquerors,” “ The Complete Guide to Understanding The Holy Spirit,” “ 90 DaystTo
Victoriously Living,” and their most recent release, “No More Drama Relationships.” In this latest publishing, their goal is to explore the insanity of drama in relationships while exposing some of its root causes. Pastor Wil says that drama alone can’t destroy relationships; it’s the insanity of drama in relationships which destroys them. The book looks at the four basic forms of drama that stem from the four types of unclean spirits identified in the Bible. The book teaches how to combat each spirit and therefore overcome the drama they can produce in relationships. Quoting the Bible, Pastor Wil says that “my people suffer for lack of knowledge” and he believes that once a person gets the knowledge of the root cause of the drama and how to withstand it, they will be able to defeat it. After seeing the struggles of those counseled at VPF, Pastor Wil and his wife decided to produce a book to assist them in counseling. Due to an overwhelming response the book has spawned seminars all across the country, and a relationship talk show that airs throughout the southeastern part of the US. Pastor Nichols says he is inspired by seeing the people of God blessed. “To see lives changed, people saved, marriages healed and restored, and people delivered is very gratifying,” he says.
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Donald & Tasha Pressley Dream, Design & Build, LLC.
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ream, Design, & Build, LLC (DDB) is a drafting and design firm that provides custom, quality, energy-efficient, and sustainable residential designs. Founded in 2007 by Donald and Tasha Renee-Clark Pressley, DDB has set its sights on providing clients with a professional design and building experience without compromising quality in the process. Advancements in technology have dramatically changed the playing field for many industries, including drafting and design. When it comes to designing a structure such as residential homes, design firms are able to provide their clients with a multi-dimensional view of their design well before anything is actually built. Incorporate the efficiency of the internet and suddenly the relationship between designer and client is enhanced by making the project available, limitlessly. Inspired by creative thinking, the dreams of their clients and those who overcome great obstacles to achieve great success, Donald and Tasha didn’t cut any corners with DDB. Educated by classroom curriculum and equipped vastly with on-the-job training, Donald worked with some of North Carolina’s more reputable home building companies. Those who have added to his growth include Fortis Homes (formerly Westminster Homes) and Eastwood Homes. Born in Greensboro, Donald attended North Carolina A&T State University where his talent as a designer was quickly recognized. He entered into design building competitions and won in just his freshman year of college. Soon word traveled throughout the design and building circles and he landed an apprentice job the summer of the same year and he began designing churches, custom homes, and shopping centers. Still, Donald wasn’t satisfied. He says that he always had a yearning to work in the fields of Architectural Design and Residential Construction and his dream was to build high quality homes. So in 1998, Donald stepped out on his faith in God and moved to downtown Greensboro with hopes of starting his own design business. The very first opportunity Donald had to exhibit his design skills came while riding on the Greensboro Transit Authority en route to a job interview. The bus driver asked him to design an addition to her house - a master bedroom suite. This job lead to other design projects and Donald says an entrepreneur was born. In 2005, Donald secured a position as Assistant Field Superintendent with Eastwood Homes and was later promoted to Field Superintendent. DDB’s gradual rise within its field is also made possible by its other visionary. Raised as the daughter of an Army Lt. Colonel and Educator, Tasha grew up with a passion for people and an appreciation for diversity and understanding the power of a strong work ethic. A graduate of the University of Virginia gaining a bachelor’s degree in education with an emphasis in sports medicine, her role at DDB provides stability and flexibility in order to meet the needs of their clients. While working with Sears Credit for ten years Tasha served in various vendor management and auditing roles, gaining valuable experience in operations, account management and internal controls. When Sears Credit and Citigroup merged she served as an Assistant Vice President of Vendor Business Control. DDB utilizes Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software and BIM technology as the catalyst for their business. Custom Residential Designs, Light Commercial Designs, 2D & 3D Renderings, Stock Plans, Entrance Monuments Designs, and CAD Conversions (Manual or Hand-Drawn to CAD format) relies greatly on this technology. Currently DDB serves the immediate Triad including Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, and surrounding areas of NC. With a staff of only two, Donald and Tasha anticipate hiring a CAD technician and administrative assistant in the coming months, hoping this will allow them to focus more on the needs of their clients and grow their business. In addition to a design firm, in the future they plan to establish a construction firm that encourages creativity, promotes change that impacts communities and provides opportunities. Of course with the decline in the number of new home purchases, DDB has also been affected. Banks have decreased in lending; therefore, Donald says their clients have become fewer. Still they have chosen to press forward and position themselves for prosperous times ahead. Donald and Tasha affirm that DDB is only made possible through their unflappable faith in God. They are inspired by God’s word, specifically Philippians 4:13 which declares that “we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us” and Luke 12:48 which reminds us that “to whom much is given, much is expected.” “We are also inspired by people who have overcome great obstacles to accomplish great things such as our spiritual parents, Bishop George W. First Lady Edna Brooks of Mount Zion Baptist Church of Greensboro, Bishop T.D. Jakes, President Barack Obama and former President Abraham Lincoln,” says Donald.
For more information about Dream, Design, and Build, LLC please contact them at 1-877-337-4435 or visit them at 2007 Yanceyville Street, Suite 204, Greensboro, NC 27405 want to advertise? Call (336)340-7844
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Games and Sunday Dinner
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emember Mama’s Sunday dinners with fried chicken, potato salad, collard greens, macaroni and cheese, candied yams and sweet potato pie? How about the games that the family enjoyed after the wonderful meal? Well, that is not the kind of dinner or the kind of games that the Dudley Thespians will be presenting at the North Carolina Theatre Conference’s High School Play Festival on November 7, 2009 at Mount Tabor High School. The Dudley Thespians, theatre students from James B. Dudley High School, have been working hard since August on two performances that will be presented at the annual play festival. This year’s entries are Games by Peter Filchia, presented by the first semester theatre students and Sunday Dinner by Caleen Sinnette Jennings, presented by the advanced theatre students. Games is a play that explores “childhood games” and the effects that they have on the victims of the so-called games. Four high school friends reunite at a fifteen year class reunion and reminisce on their childhood experiences. Liz, one of the ladies, explains to her friends that the games that they played were humiliating, mean and might have caused one of their friends, John, to commit suicide. Sunday Dinner is a comedy about three African-American sisters who try to rekindle their relationship after seven years and the death of their mother. The oldest sister, Natrelle (Nat) Morgan, tries her best to keep the family together and her mother’s memory alive. Raynette (Ray) James, the middle sister, wife and expecting mother of two, no longer lives in the family home but with her unemployed husband whom he mother and sisters did not approve of. Charlene (Charl) Morgan, the youngest, is an up and coming reporter with a quick tongue who criticizes her sister Ray for her present situation and knows that her sister’s visit is more than just “I missed you.” The students will be presenting both of these plays on November 4, 2009 in the James B. Dudley High School starting at 6:30 pm admission $1.00. If you would like to make donations to the theatre program at Dudley please contact Drennan Paylor at 336-370-8130 or send an email to paylord2@gcsnc.com.
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From Dunks To Tackles
David Amerson By Nigeria Wyman
Stats: Position: Safety Height: 6’3” Weight: 180 lbs 40: 4.5 secs. Bench Max: 275 Shuttle: 4.39 Verticle: 35 inches GPA: 3.5 2009 US Army National Combine Ranks 19 in his position / state 11 2008: 60 tackles / 9 interceptions ESPN- College Recruiting - #14 Rivals.com – 4 stars – 5.8 ranking: All-American Candidate; high-major prospect; considered one of the nation’s top 300 prospects; deemed to have pro-potential and ability to make an impact on college team Recruited by: Clemson, Duke, Louisville, LSU, Maryland, UBC-Chapel Hill, NC State, Notre Dame, SC, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest and West Virginia
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nce a prospective basketball player for the Dudley Panthers, senior varsity football player, David Amerson traded in dunking basketballs on the shiny floors of a gym for tackling and intercepting footballs on the grassy gridiron of Tarpley Stadium crowded with screaming Panther football fans. Originally from Hawaii, this nationally ranked high school safety, has been living in Greensboro since the age of five but is only in his second year of football for the Dudley Panthers. In his first year, Amerson had an impressive record of 60 tackles and 9 interceptions according to Rivals.com. Although his mother, Twanna Taylor, doesn’t know much about the sport, his father Elfand Amerson is very supportive.
Fast Facts: Name: David Amerson Parents: Efland Amerson and Tawanna Taylor Birthplace: Hawaii School: James D. Dudley High School – Early College Academy Sport: Varsity Football Classifications: Senior GPA: 3.5 Number: #11 Position: Safety Church: Calvary Baptist Influence: God Role Model: Coach Steven Davis Top College Choices: Clemson, NC State and Notre Dame Outside of School Activity: Lifting weights Future Plans: NFL or a sports related career Preference: Football over basketball – offered more opportunities However, Amerson is not only successful on the gridiron, but maintains an impressive 3.5 GPA in the classroom and is enrolled in Dudley’s Early College Academy and is currently taking his senior classes on the campus of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. This program will allow Amerson to start college in the fall as a second semester freshman giving him the jump on his studies and classmates. Although Amerson loves the physical contact of playing football and it has brought him many opportunities, he knows that education is the key to being successful. “My parents focus on academics more because they’re more important,” says Amerson. Several top ranked universities are trying to recruit this Rivals.com fourstar All-American candidate and you can see
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recruitment footage of him on several college recruiting websites. But at the time of this interview, Amerson stated that his top three choices were Clemson, North Carolina State and Notre Dame. After attending college his future plans are to play for the NFL and if that does not workout Amerson stated that he would like to be a sports commentator or obtain some other sports related career. So, if you have not seen Amerson turn up the heat on a Friday night, you still have a chance because it looks like those Dudley Panthers are going to the play-offs again. We know Amerson wouldn’t mind wearing two State Championship rings.
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racee Hester, an inspirational entrepreneur, currently owns an all-in-one salon in Durham. Tracee is a licensed cosmetologist with over 11 years of experience, specializing in the artistry of all aspects of nails. Many would consider Tracee a pioneer in customer service, entrepreneurship and cosmetology. Several different business ventures led Tracee to where she is today. At the age of 16, Tracee began her journey on the road of entrepreneurship when she started one of the first youth employment agencies. Tracee’s primary goal was to provide more employment opportunities to young adults. Through this endeavor, Tracee gained local and national recognition. On May 4, 1998 former mayor, Nick Tennyenson, proclaimed Tracee for her contributions to the community, in addition to her remarkable entrepreneurship. Shortly after, Tracee was featured in nationally recognized magazines such as, Teen People, Entrepreneur and Black Enterprise. Immediately after obtaining her cosmetology license Tracee started working long hours in the hair and nail salons industry. Tracee landed a position as a manicurist at a well-established, Asian owned salon, where she became one of the first ethnic people to break the racial barrier. Tracee was promoted to a management position and became widely known for her craft. Tracee’s extensive experience as an entrepreneur along with her love for nails ignited a spark in her to start a new business venture. Tracee opened a nail spa
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in all areas of hair, skin, and nail care. It is evident that Tracee was determined to make this dream a reality because she now owns, Queens of Weaves, an all-in-one salon. ” I worked 4 jobs over a 2 year time period just to save enough money to open it,” Tracee affirmed. At Queens of Weaves, clients can receive superior hair, nail, or waxing services while highly trained and knowledgeable staff executes the latest industry techniques. One of the most significant components of a successful business is superior customer service. Providing exceptional customer service allows you to build a strong relationship with your valued customers and increase clientele. “We strive to provide a clean and safe environment while treating every customer like royalty,” Tracee stated. Tracee says that being the owner of a salon isn’t her only objective. Another one of her visions is to give aspiring salon owners a platform to display their passion as well. Tracee gives her stylists the resources and knowledge that will enable them to become successful entrepreneurs as well. Tracee says to become a successful entrepreneur it is critical to think outside of the box and create a strategic plan on how to make continuous improvements. She encourages entrepreneurship and economic development in her community. Tracee credits her business sense to her greatest inspiration, her mother. “She has been my protégé all my life and I have observed her in business, her motivation and drive as a single parent to reach her dreams. Her ability to multi-task and accomplish so much has influenced me to work as hard as she does,” Tracee added. Tracee managed to sustain during the economic turmoil our country has faced by implementing her business strategy and finding alternative solutions to become economical and sustainable. Tracee succeeded in configuring her business to become more volume based, making her services more affordable while regaining and maintaining service revenues in quantity. Rather than sell her services at regular prices to customers who don’t come as often, she discounts her services, making them more affordable. As a result those clients visit the salon more frequently. This approach has guaranteed sales on a residual basis. Tracee says she plans to expand her business to Durham, Raleigh, and Charlotte. She says her non-profit ideas to build the community can be made possible with increased revenue. She says, “Success is not the attainment of wealth, favor or eminence, but the virtuous influence to make a broad scale change for the betterment of humanity.”
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ny location will do. At his barbershop or at school; whenever the need arises for Richard to mentor and positively direct a young male, he makes himself available. He says that God gave him a caring spirit and with it he strives to make a difference in the lives of others. Quite often when a child is introduced to Richard, a bond forms; kids connect with him and seem to believe in the message that he is sending. With his concern and conviction, Richard started Boys to Men, a mentoring program for young men in Charlotte. On Mondays when Platinum Barbershop on Sharon Amity Road is closed, Richard travels to different schools to mentor kids whose parental arrangements are slightly unbalanced due to the absence of a parent in the home. A native of Charlotte, Richard was mentored as a child and understood its power and effectiveness. When he struggled academically, his mentor worked with him after school to bring his grades up and to remain focused on his goals. “My mother worked very hard and showed how to love and care for other people. She made sure that we always went to church and knew how to love people,” Richard states. “As African Americans, we need to be involved in the lives of our kids. It’s our responsibility to shape and mold them and not the problem of someone else. Kids require attention to succeed and that’s what my program is all about.” Showing boys how to become men, Richard says is his biggest gratification. Reaching them and helping them realize they can achieve their goals makes it all worth it. This includes working with them at the school age level and following through to college. “I love it when a young male who I have worked with comes back and shares their stories of success,” says Richard. Annually he coordinates a food and clothing drive out of his barbershop for needy families in Charlotte. Many of his customers bring items there and he then contacts local food banks and similar organizations for distribution. “Seeing families make it over the hump and actively taking part in meeting their needs puts a smile on my face,” he says. In the future, Richard plans to launch an academy for kids in grades first through sixth with hopes of giving them a head start in life. He would also like to see every barbershop in Charlotte adopt a school and tutor kids on Mondays or simply visit a kid and have lunch with them.
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offers the same great taste that’s available at his restaurant. “We can even bring our special mobile grill to your site and provide your guests with cooked-to-order barbeque ribs and chicken with all the sides: Homemade Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans and more,” says Arthur. A few of their satisfied clients include Durham Hillside High School, Bank of America, Crabtree Valley Mall, Phoenix Pharmaceutical, and NC State University. With consistent support from their community, Ribs By Art has been able to survive even during tough financial times. As more people learn about their business, they hope to hope expand and open numerous locations one day.
estled away at 3301 Rock Quarry Road in Raleigh may possibly one of the best kept secrets in North Carolina. The smoke that permeates the atmosphere that surrounds the building has drawn passersby since it opened. Ribs By Art is just what the name states. Patrons can expect mouth watering and delicious ribs that are always cooked fresh and never stove top, and diligently prepared with the customers satisfaction in mind. Surely any profit received from their business would understandably explain their driving force and passion, but owners Elnora and Arthur Fields say seeing the faces of their customers when they try their ribs for the first time and seeing those same customers return time and time again really makes it all worth it. A native of Raleigh, Arthur says In 1993 his father-in-law, Milton Russell, Jr., introduced him to his special Floridian technique for seasoning and preparing ribs. “Although his ribs were by far the best that I had tasted, I still felt his recipe was missing something,” he says. So he stayed focused on producing a one of a kind taste that would appeal to everyone with a likening for ribs. When you look into the kitchen of Ribs By Art you will find that there isn’t a commercial stove cooking ribs there. When he chose the location to open his restaurant Arthur knew that he would need more space. Arthur says that he decided to add an additional room in the back of the restaurant. This room now houses a oversized charcoal grill with all the extras. Able to cook at least 25 slabs at once, it’s obvious that Arthur and Elnora wanted to provide an upscale experience to their clients, without causing them to break the bank when doing so. He says the best and only way to do this is over a charcoal fire. “Each time I fire up the grill its always a new experience,” he says. The challenge is controlling the temperature and Art is an “artist” and the pit is his canvas. What makes ribs at Ribs by Art better than his competitor is without question the sauce. “My sauce is homemade and I cook only with charcoal and always cook them raw and never boiled. The sauce is consumed by loyal customers that travel for hours to purchase it. In addition to their famous ribs, the menu also consists of chicken (grilled available also), fish (trout, whiting, catfish, and flounder), chicken wings and shrimp. Over the years, Ribs by Art catering has expanded from small backyard Bar-B-Ques and family reunions to large church fundraisers and corporate gatherings. Arthur says he was fortunate to purchase a catering truck after his business began to grow. This mobility helps Arthur to take his ribs everywhere and broaden his list of clientele. Inside he has a gas stove, a sink, water supply, a refrigerator, and more. He calls this his kitchen on wheels and
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Arthur stands in the kitchen of his catering truck. Finding a menu that’s going to please everybody is quite a challenge these days. “If you’re looking for something more upscale like steaks or prime ribs, we can handle that too.” Their full catering menu includes Pork Ribs, Chopped BBQ, Grilled Chicken and Drummettes, Hot Dog, Meat Balls, Hamburger, Steaks, Fried and Baked Chicken, Slice Turkey and Fried Turkey (Seasonal), Slice Ham, Roast Beef, Fish, Wings, and several side items and deserts that will make their will make their clients catering experience memorable. In addition to serving some the best ribs in The open pit only uses charcoal, a key taste incorporated into the ribs.
North Carolina, Arthur has continued to seek new ways to grow his business. When his clients began to crave his homemade barbeque sauce, he responded by bottling it and selling it at the store. The Fields hope to eventually open another location. They say they’re fortunate to have the opportunity to open and manage a restaurant and catering service that has Arthur says he approaches his grill like its the first time every time. prospered. “I’m just a country boy who had a dream and acted on it. Anyone cane do what I did, but you must act on it,” he says. For more information please visit them online at www.ribsbyart.com
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hen he was just 12 years old, Marcus Anderson’s love for music was realized. A native of Spartanburg, SC, he chose not to play sports and participate in other after school programs like most kids, but instead he would play his saxophone along with other kids who also had a craving for music. He says that it was never a task or hard work to play his saxophone but rather a drug; the more he played the more he fell in love with music. Coming from a large family of other musicians, his mother and father sing regularly and his gifts as a musical prodigy were nurtured early. He began singing and playing in the church alongside his brother Alphaeus at the age of 13. Describing himself, Marcus says first, he is a person just like every0ne else. “I often encounter people who are infatuated with the artist and not me the person. Most people find me unapproachable after a performance because I demand a lot and take over the stage when I play. I love to meet new people and often encourage people to talk to me even if they are unable to purchase a cd.” Life has been his biggest inspiration. He says that it has shown him new things and taught him lessons that no other person could. “Gospel music is where I get the expression and the feeling I put towards my own music,” says Anderson. But it was his father who introduced him to the then budding music referred to as Smooth Jazz. Instead of allowing failed relationships and heartbreaks to hold him back, he has used these ordeals to motivate him. As an independent artist, most of the money that he earns if funneled back into his career. One of the biggest challenges he has faced has been funding for his projects. As a jazz studies student at North Carolina Central University, he is a member of the program’s world-renowned jazz ensemble directed by Dr. Ira Wiggins. He has been a part of the HBCU National All-Star Band for three consecutive years on tenor saxophone. Anderson has also already had the chance to accompany many of his musical influences and share the stage while touring with jazz pianist Marcus Johnson and performing with Bob Baldwin, Wynton Marsalis, Bradford Marsalis, Ledisi, Kenny Navarro, Alex Bugnon, Mike Phillips, Eric Darius, Norman Brown, Brian Culberson and Kevin Griffin. Anderson has also shared the stage with Kirk Whalum, Gerald Albright, George Duke, Everette Harp, David Dyson, Chip Shearin, and Layla Hathaway, just to name a few. He has played in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Chicago, New Orleans, Texas, The Bahamas, and The Virgin Islands. He is a 2009 Capital Jazz Competition winner and has released two cd’s, “My Turn” and “From the Heart.” Marcus says that he is grateful from where God has brought him. “Many people have doubted my ability to succeed mainly because of my age. I’ve always had ideas that were shot down and had people try to stop me. I’ve been able to maintain because I’m stronger, wiser and much better!”
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www.sherrijackson.org “Their goals are to raise awareness about domestic violence in our community specifically how it affects teenagers and young adults, to support and heal families who have lost a loved one due to domestic violence, and to raise resources to support prevention and interventions efforts and services for the community”
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herri Jackson was a very close friend to Portia Shipman and her family and once dated her oldest son before she became involved with her then estranged boyfriend, Decarlo Bennett, convicted murderer. However, Ms. Shipman never saw the signs that Sherri was being abused. It wasn’t until the disappearance of Sherri that Ms. Shipman began to understand the effects and affects of domestic violence and the need to draw attention to it to help fight and end it. Sherri Jackson was a beautiful woman. Sherri was caught in a net, with no were to run, too embarrassed and ashamed to get help from others. She tried to get out, to get away on her own. He killed her, buried her in the backyard of his mother’s house and for 17 months hid her from everyone who loved her. In part of a plea bargain, Decarlo Bennett agreed to tell the District Attorney office where he buried her body. He was summons to come out and tell the correct location to dig and find Sherri’s remains. They recovered the remains of Sherri on June 26, 2008 about 1:30pm, in the backyard of her estranged boyfriend’s mother home on Pine Meadow Court, Greensboro, NC. She was only 27 years old and had a whole life ahead of her. On behalf of Sherri’s mother Mrs. Clara Jackson, The Sherri Denese Jackson Foundation was founded June 26, 2008, the day Sherri’s remains were recovered. It was at Mrs. Jackson’s request that a Foundation be established so no mother will have to feel the pain she feels and no other woman will have the suffer the same fate of her daughter. Ms. Shipman serves at the Foundation Executive Director. Portia Shipman has always been a public
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servant and is dedicated to serving the community. She has operated a center for at-risk youth for nearly 10 years one named Club 550 Teen Entertainment in hopes of keeping youth off the streets and give them a safe place to come to have fun. She was named Mother of the Year for the North Carolina NAACP and Greensboro Branch NAACP for two consecutively years (2002, 2003), recipient for the Greensboro Branch Mae Cynthia Lee Youth Award (2003), and served on the Zoning and Redevelopment Commission of Greensboro for a total of 7 years. She is a task force member of the Greensboro Truth and Reconciliation Project, recipient for the Lady Devine Women’s Empowerment Summit in recognition for efforts to provide help and support through her work with the Foundation (2009), a recipient for the 5th Annual Beautiful Black Woman Festival’s Sister on the Front Line Award for her work to abolish domestic violence (2009), and numerous other services to the community. Currently Ms. Shipman is in the process of starting her own home care agency to serve the elderly and disabled. In November 1, 2008, the date of the Sherri Denese Jackson Foundation’s First Annual Fundraising Banquet, Mildred Muhammad the DC’s Sniper Ex-wife spoke. Mayor Yvonne Johnson of Greensboro presented to the Foundation a Resolution proclaiming the first Saturday in November as a city-wide recognition for the Foundation and to bring awareness to domestic violence in the city of Greensboro. The Sherri Denese Jackson Foundation is tasked with building a collaborative community process to increase the awareness and understanding of domestic and family violence and its consequences and to reduce the
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incidence of domestic and family violence. The Foundation has demonstrated this by hosting domestic violence summits for high school and college youth, organizing candlelight vigils in collaboration with lost victims families in remembrance of their loved ones, continuously bringing forth awareness of domestic violence on a local, county, and state level, and more. The mission of the Foundation is to prevent and put a stop to domestic violence, intervening relationships and bringing awareness to the community. Their goals are to raise awareness about domestic violence in our community specifically how it affects teenagers and young adults, to support and heal families who have lost a loved one due to domestic violence, and to raise resources to support prevention and interventions efforts and services for the community. Their motto is “Saving the Lives of Women, One Life at a Time”. The Foundation would like to extend a warm welcome to Mrs. Betty Williams who now serves at the Foundation Administrative Assistant. She recently moved from New Jersey and has over 7 years experience as the team leader on the New Jersey Domestic Violence Response Team of which trains law enforcement for the response level of the domestic violence victims. The Foundation is pleased to announce their program to train volunteers, advocates, community leaders and residents domestic violence prevention and intervention methods. These training sessions will be on an ongoing schedule of every Monday night from 6-9pm starting October 14, 2009. The training will be held at the Foundation office at 2025-C Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Greensboro, NC 27406. There will be a $20 fee for materials and commitment is required until the training is completed.
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hen tourists stop by The Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans, chances are a small, private black college in North Carolina won’t be on their mind. Perhaps it should. That’s because about 25 students at Livingstone College spent a day at the museum in late July helping refurbish a 1959 bar, preparing space for new exhibits and painting. “Many of the projects they worked on are coming to completion now,” Kelsey Parris, the museum’s technology coordinator, said in late September. “The work they did really jump started us on being able to display a lot of new material. They helped out a ton. There were a lot of things that we probably wouldn’t have been able to start on for a long time had it not been for the work of the students.” The museum work was just a fraction of what happened during “The New Orleans Work Project,” as the trip was officially called. Students also renovated homes damaged by Hurricane Katrina, a 2005 storm that claimed more than 1,000 lives and displaced countless others, volunteered at Satchmo SummerFest, a festival honoring the legacy of world renowned jazz artist Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, and painted a garage wall and mowed the grass of an African Methodist Episcopal Zion member. Livingstone College began as an educational institution for aspiring clergy in the AME Zion Church. Established in 1879 as Zion Wesley Institute in Concord, it was later relocated to Salisbury and its name changed in honor of David Livingstone, a Christian missionary, philanthropist and explorer. The trip was the brainchild of Livingstone President Dr. Jimmy R. Jenkins, Sr., and was designed to highlight civic responsibility, community activism and reward student leaders. Suffice it to say, it was quite an experience for the students – even Ashton Language who is from New Orleans. “I was a sophomore in high school when Hurricane Katrina hit, and I never imagined I’d one day be back with classmates from college helping rebuild my city,” said Language, 19, a Presidential Scholar. “The trip was a good experience for all of us, and I’m thankful I was able to participate. I’m also glad my mom got a chance to cook for my classmates and let them experience New Orleans cuisine like red beans and rice and jambalaya.” LeCounte Nedab II, a junior religious studies major from Ocean City, Md., said he’ll always remember the trip, not only because it was his first to New Orleans but also because he knows the work students did will make a difference. “It was a humbling experience just to see people who had gone through the trauma of Katrina still smiling and determined to make it,” Nedab said. “I have taken inspiration from them and when things aren’t going so well for me, whether here at school or with life in general, I try to remember the positive way they’re handling their situation and learn from it.” Seven members of Livingstone’s faculty and staff accompanied the students to New Orleans, in a trip put together by Director of Student Activities Terri Stevenson. “Experiences like this one will affect them for a lifetime, and that’s important because we want our students to be productive, caring and committed citizens,” Stevenson said. “Also, we know the trip will encourage them to become more active socially, politically and environmentally.” The Livingstone contingent resided in Williams Hall on the campus of Dillard University during their stay in The Big Easy. Dillard, like Livingstone, is a member institution of The United Negro College Fund. Shortly after arriving in New Orleans, the group went on a three-hour bus tour of the city, given by Mary Beth Romig, Director of Communications and Public Relations for New Orleans Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau. As they toured the Lower Ninth Ward, among the city’s hardest hit areas during the storm, many students shook their heads in disbelief at foundations without houses, shuttered businesses and neighborhoods resembling ghost towns. From the look of things it was easy to get the false impression that Katrina had struck only weeks before their arrival – not in 2005. Fortunately, the tour was the only gloomy part of the trip. The next day the students worked at the museum, where they were treated to Po-boys for lunch and ice cream before leaving. On July 31 they had lunch with Dr. Ruby L. Broadway, a Dillard Associate Professor of Biology and ’76 Livingstone alum, before going skating and out for pizza that night. The following day was spent at Satchmo SummerFest, where they took turns selling merchandise and working in the children’s area. When not volunteering, they heard some great jazz, shopped, snapped pictures and enjoyed the French Quarter. The trip won’t be the last of its kind for Livingstone College. In fact, plans are underway to go down east to Princeville, the nation’s oldest chartered black town that was decimated by Hurricane Floyd in 1999, and perform community service work there.
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Security. “Eugene successfully did everything we asked of him, including briefing materials, attending meetings and Congressional hearings and being there as a resource for staff,” Avant said. “He also had to interact daily with the staff on committee, including lawyers, Ph.D.’s, folks with tons of degrees, and he did an outstanding job.” Not bad for someone who spent his junior and senior years at Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn, N.Y., blowing off classes while playing spades and as a consequence had to participate in a special program before enrolling in college. That’s right. Eugene, who didn’t go to college immediately after high school, couldn’t become a freshman until successfully completing Summer Bridge, which required 5:30 a.m. workout s and instruction in several courses, including writing, reading, math and computer technology. Yet after enrolling at Livingstone Eugene became Freshman Class President and today is well known, even labeled militant by some, because of the passionate way he expresses himself. He doesn’t mind the characterization and is determined to make a name for himself – at Livingstone and in life. “Eugene has a positive outlook on life and the realization that college is not only within his reach but something that with perseverance he can successfully see his way through,” said State Alexander, Executive Assistant to the President/PR Director. “We applaud him for not being afraid to share his experience with other students. He has a level of maturity beyond his age and is able to express himself like other students possibly can’t. He was willing to come here in the Bridge Program, which suggests he had some challenges academically, but he has risen above all of those circumstances and has demonstrated he’s able to manage himself academically and socially.” Eugene credits his mother, Cheryl Hinton, for his success. “My father was non-existent,” he said. “I have no relationship with my father. My mother plays both roles and does it well.” Hinton said although her son started acting like a typical teen and not doing so well in school at age 15, she always prayed he’d turn things around and live up to his potential. After all, at age 2 he attended a school for gifted children at Columbia University. “Livingstone has most definitely been good for him,” Hinton said. “They have a lot of positive role models that have taken him under their wing. That’s all he needed, that affirmation from a male since he wasn’t getting it from his father. They’re pushing him and he’s doing his thing now.” Indeed. Eugene was among about 25 student leaders who spent a week in New Orleans during the summer repairing homes damaged by Hurricane Katrina, volunteering at a festival honoring Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong and preparing space for museum exhibits. And he stopped by Livingstone over the summer to speak to the most recent class of Summer Bridge students. Customarily, he was direct. “I have to tell yall this because somebody had to tell me: ‘Fellows, pull up your pants,” Eugene said. “Say I’ve got a job and need it to be done and I see you with your pants down. I’ll know you’re not the one to help me. And ladies, focus on you. College isn’t necessarily where you’re going to meet your husband or your man. Do the right thing for yourself.” So far, Eugene is heeding his own advice, doing the right thing for himself and finding his way on a college campus when just a few years ago college seemed the last place he’d ever be.
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he International Civil Rights Center & Museum is a memorial to the courageous actions of the Greensboro Four (Ezell Blair, Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil and David Richmond) and subsequent participants of the F.W. Woolworth sit-ins and nonviolent protests that defined a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement. The International Civil Rights Center & Museum will explore the international struggle for civil and human rights focusing on the nonviolent protests of the F.W. Woolworth sit-ins that served as a catalyst for the civil rights movement. The 43,000-square-foot facility will feature 14 signature exhibits, a gallery, as well as a Joint Center for the Study of Civil and Human Rights and a children’s activity and education center. Currently undergoing construction and restoration, the building (built in 1929) was site of the F.W. Woolworth lunch counter sit-ins where four North Carolina A&T students walked into the store and sat down in nonviolent protest at the whites-only lunch counter. A blend of educational exhibits, period artifacts and state-of-the-art technology will be featured, taking visitors on a journey through the challenges African Americans faced in the struggle for equal rights. The Museum will also highlight key contributors in the civil rights movement and celebrate the impact of the sit-in movement on civil and human rights issues throughout the world. “The Greensboro sit-ins were a galvanizing moment in the civil rights movement, and we have designed the Museum to create an authentic experience for visitors,” said Amelia Parker, executive director of the International Civil Rights Center & Museum. “The original portion of the lunch counter and stools where the four students sat has never been moved from its original footprint, while the remaining section has been restored and returned to its 1960 location. The authentic backsplash, massive cash register, food service equipment, place settings, service utensils, signage and other elements remain to create a realistic 1960
lunch counter experience for Museum visitors.” Other highlights of the Museum’s exhibits include: - All Men are Created Equal - an introductory exhibit to help transition visitors from the 21st century to an era when racial injustice and “Jim Crow” laws permeated a segregated society - A Moment that Changed America - a filmed reenactment of the discussion between the Greensboro Four on the night of Jan. 31, 1960, when the freshmen quartet decided to take action -The Hall of Shame - an exhibit exposing the violent and turbulent times that marked the transition from slavery to “Jim Crow” to civil rights activism - In Memoriam to Lives Lost - a wall of remembrance for lives lost in the battle for civil rights - A Changed World - an exhibit dedicated to the continuing journey and the evolving non-violent civil rights, equality and peace movements throughout the world. A complete list of the 14 opening exhibits can be found at www.sitinmovement.org/news. In addition to the exhibits, the facility is a “collecting museum” featuring period artifacts that reflect some of the most notable names, places, events and achievements of the civil rights movement. On display will be such items as: - A bus seat, circa 1950, signed by Rosa Parks - An authentic wooden slave auction sign - Green Book, a circa 1950 travel directive to identify “safe houses” and establishments that would service African Americans - A medical bag used by Dr. George Evans, the first African-American physician allowed to practice medicine in what had been an all-white Greensboro hospital - The official uniform once worn by Capt. Harvey Alexander, member of the first graduating class from the Tuskegee Air Corps - A travel typewriter used by antisegregationalist Ralph McGill, a Pulitzer Prize winning author and publisher of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
The building has been meticulously restored and reflects many of the architectural details from the original F.W. Woolworth retail store including the terrazzo floors, intricate moldings and even the signature “Woolworth” gold lettering that graces the exterior of the building. The Museum, which encompasses a total of 43,000 square feet, was designed by the The Freelon Group. The Freelon Group was recently named as the architectural design firm for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, which will be located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The exhibits were designed by Eisterhold Associates Inc., a nationally-known firm based in Kansas City, Mo., that has designed some of the nation’s most recognized museums and landmarks devoted to civil rights and AfricanAmerican history. Eisterhold’s work includes the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tenn.; The Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, Ala.; The Civil Rights Memorial Center in Montgomery, Ala.; and the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Mo. For more information on the International Civil Rights Center & Museum and its grand opening schedule of events, visit www. sitinmovement.org/savethedate.
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Healing Waters The Connection Between Water and Your Health By Charlotte R. Williams Williams Wellness Consultants Charlotte is a wellness educator in the Triad area. She is passionate about creating timely solutions for community health needs. She can be reached at WilliamsWellness@live.com *** Health and wellness information provided in this article is for awareness and health promotion purposes. Please consult with your physician before seeking treatment for a diagnosed medical condition.*** Drink up!
Water, Water, Everywhere!
Have you ever stopped to notice that water is all around us… and in us? This divine combination of oxygen and hydrogen makes up approximately 60% - 70% of our bodies. This percentage decreases as we age. Our brains are 85 % water, our blood is 80 % water and our muscles are 75 % water. When we want to give our brains a break after a long day at work or soak our aching muscles after a visit to the gym we may run a warm bath, take a hot shower or even get a pedicure. All of these relaxing self-care options have something in common --– water. One of the best ways we can pamper our body from the inside out, is to give it plenty of water. In fact, the word Spa (Sanus Per Aquam) is Latin for health through water.
So Fresh & So Clean
Many of us think of cleanliness and purity when we think of water. However, all water is not created equal. We drink it, we bathe in it, and we even swim in it. But how many of us truly know what is in our water? Chemically, water is a combination of hydrogen and oxygen atoms at a ratio of 2:1. But what other chemicals are in the water coming out of our faucets? Some of us may be familiar with the terms hard and soft in reference to our tap water. Or in particular you may notice the affect on your laundry etc. Water is classified as hard or soft based on the chemicals that are found in it. Generally, hard water contains higher levels of calcium and magnesium, while soft water has low levels of chemicals. The chemicals found in your drinking water will vary depending upon what part of the country you live in and your water source. It is also important to note that pool water (and whirlpools) is treated with chlorine. Chlorine is a very strong chemical so be sure to protect your hair and skin if you have frequent exposure to this type of water.
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Water has many purposes and functions, chief of which is to keep us hydrated. Dehydration can cause a person many health problems; headaches, fainting, constipation, even death. Often times, the thirst sensation can be so strong that we frequently mistake it for hunger. In fact, drinking a glass of water before meals cuts down on overeating. In our bodies water performs numerous activities; fluid balance in cells and between cells, temperature regulation, shock absorption between joints, waste removal and more. It is easy to see that water provides a lot of ‘bang for the buck’. So, drink up! The next time you take a sip of this refreshing liquid, remember you are experiencing the original spa treatment. And, several glasses a day, just might keep the doctor away.
Water 101
Little known facts about Water -About 70% - 80% of the earth is covered by water -One gallon of water weighs 8.34 pounds -Water freezes at 32 degrees Farenheit, O degrees Celsius -We can only survive without water for 3 – 5 days
Signs of dehydration
~ Sluggish ~ Constipation ~ Dry skin ~ Headaches ~ Thirst ~ Deep colored or strong smelling urine
•It’s Sugar-free •Detoxification •Lose weight •It is a nutrient •Better mental clarity
Flow On
Now that you are on your way to a water-filled life, here are a few tips to help you stay hydrated on your journey with this miracle liquid.
- Purchase a Water bottle. It is environmentally friendly to refill your own personal container rather than purchase plastic bottles that fill up landfills. - Workout with water!
Due to the water lost in sweat, exercise increases your hydration needs. If you exercise, drink plenty of water and always keep your water bottle with you.
- Lemon & Lime your water.
Accent your water by adding sliced (or wedged) lemons, limes, oranges or other fruit to add pizzazz to your sparkling beverage.
- Drink a glass of water before each meal.
This simple step can cut down on your food intake and help you cut calories.
9 Reasosns to drink more water: •Digestion •Glowing Skin •Zero calories •Curb hunger
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Destress For The Holidays
In today’s fast-paced society, many of us have a microwave mentality; I want it now or I have to do it now! We juggle family obligations, career expectations, and household finances. Especially during holiday season, we should all resist what I call the “Superwoman or Superman Syndrome”. We are not super heroes! It is imperative that we slow down and de-stress, before our bodies and minds begin to break down on us. The millennium mantra that tells us stress is simply a “part of life” is a lie. In reality, negative stress - “distress” leads to disease and ultimately subtracts years from our life. Statistics show that a startling 75% - 90% of all doctor’s visits are stress related. The Centers for Disease Control, in Atlanta, sights a significant link between stress and five of the leading causes of death; heart disease, cancer, lung ailments, accidents and stroke. This is no coincidence. There is a significant mind-body connection. Our body’s survival mechanisms – our automatic defenses kick in we experience stress. “Fight or flight” is an auto response in which our mind tells our body to stand guard. In response to stress, our heart speeds up, our blood pressure rises, our breathing quickens, and sweating increases. These physical responses are immediate, but there are many other stress effects that significantly impact not only our long-term physical health, but mental and emotional health as well. Let’s look at five of our body systems and the direct affect that stress has. I’m a Survivor Our immune system is the main line of defense against diseases like the ones previously mentioned. This is our fighting system. When
we allow ourselves to become stressed we leave ourselves open to attack. We even become more susceptible to illnesses that are easily preventable such as the common cold and flu. Have a Heart Our circulatory system houses our heart, our most vital organ. It allows the rest of our systems to thrive. Our circulatory system cannot do its’ job when we subject ourselves to stress. A rise in our blood pressure indicates that our heart, which is a muscle, has to work twice as hard to do the same job. Increased blood pressure leads to increased risk for heart disease. Hypertension, better known as high blood pressure is a primary link to incidence of heart attack. Brain Power Our brain is the “control center” of the body. When the body is not well rested, our entire nervous system is thrown out of whack. For example, when fatigue sets in we are unable to function at an optimal level. Not only will the frequency of headaches increase, but accidents as well. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration officially recognize stress as a leading cause of worksite injuries. Additionally, the Department of Transportation reports that 71,000 deaths annually can be attributed to fatigue. Skin Deep The skin is our body’s largest organ! It is our outer covering - the very first thing others see. Whatever is going on inside will show itself on the outside. Stress tremendously affects the aging process. One of the first places we show our age is in fact, our face. Stress can also
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cause a person to break out in hives, similar to the response experienced during an allergic reaction. Break it Down Stress interferes with the digestion system functioning properly. The process of digestion allows us to gain the fuel our bodies need to run efficiently. Stress causes the digestive system to completely shut down. If your stomach is in knots as a result of stress, you can experience one of the two signs that let you know your system is “out of order” - diarrhea or constipation. De-Stress 101 As you can see, stress can wreak havoc on our entire body. But don’t stress - it doesn’t have to! Destress for the Holidays by adding the following 8 keys to your daily routine. Congratulations you are now on your way to reducing stress and adding years to your life. DESTRESS Diet - include plenty of H20, fruits and vegetables in your diet Energize - dance, exercise or do some other physical activity Sleep - get 7 - 8 hours of rest each night Travel - get away, “escape” for a change of scenery Relax - take a “Mental Health” day- can you say SPA! Express yourself - talk it out or try writing in a journal Spiritual - get in touch with your spiritual self Someone – share your time, talent and treasure with others
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