February 4, 2016

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February 4, 2016

Super Bowl 50: Will Quarterback History Be Made Again?

By Veronica Mackey

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n Sunday, Carolina Panthers quarertback Cam Newton will try to become only the second African-American to win a super bowl and be named the game’s MVP against the Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning. The only black quarterback to accomplish both was the Redskins’ Doug Williams in Super Bowl 22.

If the Panthers win and Newton is voted the game’s MVP, he’ll become only the fifth player in history Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton and Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning to win both the Heisman Trophy and Super Bowl MVP. he was perceived as a quarterback, ject of black quarterbacks because numerous rookie and all-time NFL Despite comments made last Newton told reporters Tuesday, “I I believe this game is bigger than records for passing and rushing week that being black affected how don’t even want to touch on the sub- black, white or even green,” he said yards. He became the first rookie in San Jose, Calif. “We limit our- quarterback to throw for 400 yards selves when we label ourselves.” in his first game, shattering ManLike his star player, Carolina ning’s first-game record by 120 coach Ron Rivera will attempt to yards. In 2015, Newton became the become the second in his race to first quarterback in NFL history to make super bowl history. The first throw for 30 touchdowns and rush Hispanic coach to win was Tom for 10 in the same season (35 passFlores of the Raiders, who led his ing, 10 rushing). The age difference team to wins in 1981 and 1984 (Su- in the matchup between Newton, per Bowls 15 and 18).

26, and Manning, 39, is the biggest A win for Peyton Manning, would ever in super bowl history. mean a second Super Bowl ring.

There is a lot riding on Super He won his first ring and MVP title Bowl 50. playing for the Indianapolis Colts in Carolina is favored by 6 points Super Bowl 41. and as much as $4.2 billion is ex(Continued on page 11) In his rookie year, Newton broke

To Be a Young Black Entrepreneur

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By Thomas Bunn

• News • Community • Entertainment • Health • Real Estate • Business

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n traditional Black History fashion, we often regurgitate the popular rhetoric and praise the familiar faces. In loving contrast to tradition, I want to salute a couple of individuals who in their late teens have already created their own careers and careers for over 200 others. These are my top young entrepreneurs under 21.

Excerpt From BMWK: First up, is Jaylen Bledsoe, CEO of Bledose Technologies, a tech company that specializes in Web (Continued on page 2)

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February 4, 2016

Iowa Caucus: Cruz Trumps Trump, Clinton Wins By a Thread

By Veronica Mackey

President/Publisher/ Editor Willie Brown Vice President Gloria Kennedy Assistant Editor Veronica Mackey Contributing Writers Veronica Mackey Thomas Bunn Anne Cheek La Rose

Ted Cruz OP candidate Ted Cruz beat out his closest rival Donald Trump by 3 points in Iowa on Monday. On the Democratic side, the race was murkier. Hillary Clinton won by just a handful of votes over Bernie Sanders. Meanwhile Sanders is hoping to turn his Iowa momentum into a New Hampshire victory next week. “New Hampshire is a ‘must win’ state for Sanders and Trump,” said NBC News political director Chuck Todd.

Results in both races were surprising. Trump was ahead of Cruz in the Iowa Caucus entrance poll, conducted a week before the vote, 30% to 28%. Trump said he ended up an “easy second” in the race.

However, Marco Rubio shattered

Hillary Clinton expectations, and emerged in third place—just one percentage point behind Trump, 23% to 24%.

Equally unexpected was the dead heat contest between Clinton and Sanders. Each candidate got 50% of the votes, with only a .02% difference.

“It looks like we are in a virtual tie,” Sanders told supporters before Clinton was declared the winner.

He raised over a million dollars after his speech Tuesday night. It was the closest race for Democrats in Iowa Caucus history—too close, pundits say, for Sanders to overlook. A campaign aide said the Vermont Congressman has not ruled out contesting the count.

Starting out 40 points ahead

To Be a Young Black Entrepreneur (Continued from page 1) Design and Information Technology. The fact that Bledsoe Technologies is worth nearly 3.5 million dollars may not surprise you. What is truly fascinating, however, is that the company was founded three years ago by then 15-year-old Jaylen Bledsoe.

Since then, Bledsoe Technologies has become the number one information technology consultancy firm operated by a minor in the Mid-West. The company has grown from two employees to nearly 150 contracted workers in order to meet demand for its services.

Attending classes at his school’s gifted-education program, Mr. Bledsoe developed an interest in web design, which created the motivation for starting his own company. Jaylen’s company now provides online marketing campaigns, e-commerce solutions, corporate branding, and technology consulting to small and mid-sized businesses.

The young entrepreneur’s best advice: “Keep going, move forward and always take risks.”

And the young man is just getting started. He is currently working on a new project that allows customers to check into their hotel rooms with their cell phones and use the phone as a room key. He eventually

has sights set on attending Harvard Now 19, Leanna earns an annual University. revenue of more than $100,000 per year.

Excerpt from The Grio There’s nothing more empowNext on my list of young entre- ering than seeing someone who is preneurs is Ms. Leanna Archer, treading new ground in the presCEO of Leanna’s Hair, a line of ent moment. We’ve heard so many natural hair and body care prod- of the same stories about the same ucts. When she was nine years great individuals, that the message old her mother would make hair begins to lose its impact. pomade using natural ingreThe fact that these are young peodients from Haiti and a secret ple deciding to think of themselves recipe passed down from her in the light they want everyone else great-grandmother. After getting to, alludes to the reality that our multiple compliments on her hair, community is ready for the task Leanna gave her friends a few of balancing the playing field. We samples of the pomade and from have to begin implementing self rethere the orders started pouring in. liance-themed curriculum into our After researching how to start a school districts, and begin moving business online, Leanna convinced with a spirit of expectation. her parents it was time to start sellAlexander Pope said, “Blessed is ing a line of hair and body products. he who expects nothing, for he shall After starting the business in her never be disappointed. Bruce Lee to basement, Archer’s parents eventu- Paulo Coelho phrased this same ideally quit their full-time jobs to help ology. The seemingly popular belief her mix, package and send out the is that a life should be lead without products to customers. expectation of anything to prevent Archer’s line includes shampoos, disappointment. Well, I challenge conditioners, lotions and more, in- that belief by saying that the expecfused with avocado, hibiscus and tation of nothing, is nothing more other natural oils. All of Archer’s than an excuse to relinquish personproducts are available online. She al responsibility. We are all interalso gives other youth the oppor- dependent upon one another, and if tunity to venture into business by an individual does not live up to his offering Leanna’s Inc. “Kid Rep.” potential, he places a burden on the spots all over the country to young whole. I would challenge everyone people seeking to sell and distrib- especially parents to set high expec(Continued on page 11) ute her products.

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Bernie Sanders of Sanders, and ending up with a razor-thin victory, Clinton is the Democrat against the ropes. Why? A major problem is her lack of support by young voters. Polls show Sanders leads this group 84% to 14%. When Bill Clinton was asked about the large discrepancy, he replied, “Promises of free college. End of story.” More than 69 percent of those over the age of 65 support Clinton.

Meanwhile, Sanders has a 23 point lead going into next week’s New Hampshire contest. Trump leads Cruz by double digits. According to a political pundit, “Anything can happen. New Hampshire voters really make up their mind on that final weekend.”

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Celebrating Black History Month

Meet Rev. Harold M. Anderson

Inventor, Real Estate Developer, Serial Entrepreneur and ‘Black Wall Street’ Film Maker

By Veronica Mackey

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he historic business district in Tulsa, Oklahoma, known as ‘Black Wall Street’ came about as a result of the oil boom of the 1910s. The area of northeast Oklahoma flourished, including the Greenwood neighborhood, and was a testament to the robust AfricanAmerican economy during the early Twentieth Century.

Called Black Wall Street because of its prominence within the community, the neighborhood was comprised of black-owned businesses, schools, churches and community organizations that promoted pride and prosperity. Prohibited to live among white people, blacks lived cooperatively in order to survive, and the all-black community thrived.

Trouble came in June 1921 when black folks were massacred during First Baptist Church, Nowata, Oklahoma a race riot that left 300 people dead and many buildings destroyed. businessman is as fascinating as the blacks weren’t welcome in hotels. learned that man was the billionaire. business phenomena he captured on So they had to plan and live with a He got the money to build his bowlfilm. An inventor, serial entrepre- black family in the town they went to ing alley—The Apache Lanes, a 20neur, business manager, filmmaker so they could have a place to stay and lane bowling alley with a restaurant.” and real estate developer, Anderson someone to cook for them. When I Anderson came up with several grew up poor, as one of 19 children. was a little girl, I had to come from inventions over the years, includHe started out early in life tap danc- the balcony where the black folks ing an early version of a big screen ing in the street for money. sat, to the front row to help Goose television made from plastic and a “He always knew what he want- Tatum with a Globetrotter stunt. large magnifying glass. At a footed,” said daughter Pat Sanders. “He When I got up to go back to the bal- ball game, he filmed the action from graduated high school and college. cony, white boys started throwing the sideline. When there was a disHe met Mother on a Thursday and popcorn at me and called me a nig- pute over whether a player caught married her on a Sunday, and they ger. A white man got up and walked the ball inbound, Anderson slowed were married for 56 years. Who me back to my seat. That was my down the film speed and replayed does that?” first experience with racism.” what had happened. He predicted Rev. Harold M. Anderson From the 1950s to mid 1960s, AnAnderson never allowed racism to that the technique would become Born just a short time later on derson owned several enterprises in darken his dreams, Sanders said. He a standard part of televised sports.

February 2, 1922, Harold M. Ander- and around North Tulsa, including a would pitch any investor who would Now it is known as instant replay. son would later document the lives strip mall, movie theatre, and bowl- listen. One day, he went to see a bilAs the Civil Rights movement of new generations of Black Wall ing alley. He later bought several lionaire about investing in his bowl- gained momentum, more choices Street residents between 1948 and acres of land and eventually built ing alley. “Daddy was dressed up opened up for black Tulsa residents.

1952. His 8 mm film, now part of the multi-million dollar Crestview in his suit and went all the way up The once close knit community began an exhibit at the Smithsonian Insti- Estates for senior residents. to the penthouse. They questioned to break away as some left for other tute’s National Museum of AmeriIn the mid 50’s he was the busi- why he was there. He was told he parts of the state and country. Andercan History, highlights the vibrant ness manager for the Harlem Glo- had to go and wait outside. Then this son’s multiple businesses began to and entrepreneurial African Ameri- betrotters. Sanders recalled what cowboy comes up with a greasy hat lose customers, though he maintained can community, revived and thriving it was like touring with the team in and scuffed shoes. Daddy introduced equity in a number of enterprises. In almost 30 years after the riot. segregated Mississippi as a child: himself, and he was so energetic the 60s, he became Rev. Harold M. (Continued on page 11) Anderson’s own life as a black “They travelled and that was when about his ideas. He got to talking and

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Inglewood Honored by L.A. for Rams Effort

n Tuesday, February 2nd, the Los Angeles City Council gave a resolution sponsored by Councilman Joe Buscaino, congratulating Inglewood Mayor James Butts and the Inglewood City Council for bringing the Rams back to the Los Angeles region. The new Los Angeles Rams will play in Inglewood.

Pictured are City Manager Artie Fields, Inglewood Coun-

cilman Eloy Morales, L.A. Councilman Joe Buscaino, Inglewood Councilman George Dotson, Inglewood Mayor James Butts, Hollywood Park Land Company Project Manager Gerard McCallum, Inglewood Councilman Ralph Franklin, and Los Angeles Councilman Curren Price.

Photo courtesy of the L.A. City Council.

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February 4, 2016

Eye on the City

L.A. Council Members Honor Inglewood Council

By Veronica Mackey

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n Tuesday, Inglewood council members voted to ratify the appointment of Anthony Taranto and Marc T. Little to the South Bay Workforce Investment Board; and to approve a subcontractor for prevention and aftercare program activities with the South Bay Center for Counseling.

Claims for property damages and a billing dispute, filed between June 14, 2015 and October 15, 2015, were denied.

Diane Sombrano slammed the city for spending $400,000 to add 4 new positions to the Administration Dept. She was misinformed.

Assistant City Manager Mike Falkow explained the City will add 10 hours to each of the 4 positions, changing the amount from 30 to 40 hours per week. The difference will be $84,000, not $400,000.

The City voted to amend the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 budget in the

amount of $659,730 to reimburse the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development for ineligible allocated costs.

A man wants the City to do something to slow down traffic at 84th St. and 8th Ave. “When drivers are coming around the curve, they don’t realize it’s a curve and they crash into my building. I proposed that Parks and Traffic put dots in the (street) so that people coming around the curve will (slow down).”

Leroy Fisher read a portion of an article in the Daily Breeze about South Bay cities that are opposed to marijuana dispensaries. He supports that view.

Curtis Mitchell of District 1 complimented Mayor Butts on the Inglewood Police force. “This is Black History Month, and I don’t have to worry about being safe. I would like to give you a raise. I think you guys deserve more money.”

Ray Davis shared a copy of a news bulletin about the school district, found in the lobby of Inglewood City Hall. “My dream is that the school district will become the envy of the world. We have a new administrator and there is nowhere to go but up. And the people who caused this mess are still here, they are waiting for a shot. Let’s make sure we don’t give it to them.”

Councilman George Dotson announced that Inglewood City Council members were honored by members of the Los Angeles City Council: “We were invited to the L.A. Council meeting to receive an award. So, to me that’s a pat on all our backs for doing something right. You’ve got to know that.”

Inglewood was the “talk of the room” at the Veterans Administration center in Westwood, Councilman Alex Padilla said. “We had people coming over talking about

what’s happening in Inglewood. It was very complimentary about the NFL, and that we were able to do what Big Brother, the City of L.A. was not able to do, which was to bring not just one, but possibly two teams here.”

Councilman Ralph Franklin addressed “those who are trying to justify that development in the city is an automatic thing.”

“It takes direction from the council to work with staff, to work with developers,” he said.

“It takes the unison of this council and the city being pro business.

I went to a seminar this weekend which represents 44 cities in the county, and Inglewood was the premier city in terms of what’s going on.”

Early release of convicts and body cameras were also topics discussed at the seminar in Santa Barbara.

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February 4, 2016

Publisher’s Message

Preserving Your Own Black History

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or the past couple of weeks, the so-called Oscar boycott has topped the news. Black actors, actresses and film makers have debated about whether to tune into the 88th Academy Awards show because no outstanding African Americans were nominated in any category. Will and Jada Smith will not attend and Spike Lee will be attending the Nicks game on Oscar night.

Black oriented award shows like The NAACP Image Awards, BET Awards and Soultrain Awards came about as an alternative to the Oscars and Grammys to ensure people of color could be recognized for their talent. Black entertainers chose to celebrate each other rather than wait for whites to give them their props. If they had kept waiting, they may have never been noticed.

Black FOX News commentator and actress Stacey Dash created a big mess when she went on record saying alternate award shows for blacks should not exist because they exclude white people. This is not true, but more to my point, these awards are necessary.

Honoring your own is a way to keep legacy alive and legacy is history. Think of the many African American performers who might

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Black films and television tell meaningful stories about black life.

More than that, they provide a way to preserve history for generations.

Young people who were born decades after the Civil Rights era, for example, can connect to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through Youtube and movies like “Selma.”

Although most of us are conditioned to study black history by reading and watching videos or movies, we have a literal goldmine of history inside our own homes. Photo albums, home vid-

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People say a lot of things but it’s how they treat you that matters. eos, and newspaper clippings of our loved ones all make up the tapestry known as black history. Whether your family is famous of not, you do have a history which deserves to be told. The time will come when fu-

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ture generations will want to know more about their roots. They will be curious about where they came from.

Having a narrative to share with loved ones provides strength and a (Continued on page 11)

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February 4, 2016

C o mm u n i t y

El Nino and You

By Anne Cheek La Rose

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l Nino is upon us. It may not seem like it because we have not seen the torrents of rain predicted, but it is here.

Northern California has gotten most of the rainfall so far, and that is good for us as our rains are coming with breaks in between. These breaks allow the ground to soak in the water as it should, and us to do some work between storms to clean out gutters that we didn’t get to yet and improve drainage around our homes. The further good news is that we can turn off our automatic lawn sprinklers or change the settings to save on our water bills.

We are in the 5th year of a drought. Saving water is an absolute must. Even though this El Nino is considered one of epic proportions, it may not bring our state out of this drought, though it

Anne Cheek La Rose will definitely help.

Until further notice, Inglewood residents have been mandated to conserve water. This was mandated, by City Council Resolution on October 21, 2014. The landscape irrigation schedule is different for

Fall-Winter and Spring-Summer.

All watering is to be done only between 4pm and 9am.

For the months November through March, odd numbered properties may water Tuesday and Saturday. Even numbered properties may water Wednesday and Sunday.

For April through October, odd numbers may water Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Even numbers may water Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

Watering can be made more effective by cutting lawns to 2 inches instead of the much shorter cut most gardeners use. It is also important to leave the grass cuttings as mulch for the lawn. By raising the length of the grass and leaving the cuttings, each watering will last longer.

When it’s time for some Spring clean up, the I-CLEAN/Community Tool Box may be the answer for your community group to do a day’s clean-up.

The I-CLEAN/Community Tool Box is a FREE service of Public Works. It is for community groups and business owners who wish to clean up parkways, alleys, neighborhood parks, and the like.

The Tool Box is a mobile van filled with equipment consisting of shovels, brooms, rakes, pickers, gloves, vests, and bags.

The I-CLEAN/Community Tool Box is a program of the Environmental Services Division of our Public Works Department. To take advantage of this service, please contact the Public Works Department at (310) 412-5333 and ask for the I-CLEAN program.

Dan Wise on How Things Used to Be…and Are Becoming

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y the time the new megarich NFL stadium and Hollywood Park development are completed, the old landscape of Inglewood at Century and Prairie will be a distant memory.

Thank goodness we have Daniel Boone Wise, Jr., Inglewood’s unofficial historian and distant relative to pioneer Daniel Boone, to remind us of how it used to be. Picture this: His father was a real cowboy from Oklahoma who rode into Santa Monica on his way to San Diego in an old Model T Ford. When the engine blew up, he had to get a job at Kelley’s Tire Shop and eventually settled in Santa Monica.

After 6 months, he decided to start his own tire company. He headed east on a mule and strapped his suitcase to a donkey. The mule broke down in Inglewood, and again, that is where the senior Mr. Wise eventually settled.

“Cars break down, so my father figured a mule wouldn’t,” Dan Wise, Jr. said. “But that mule just laid there for three days” at what is now Manchester and Market Street. His dad opened Wise Tires on La Brea just south of Manchester, where the Inglewood bus depot now sits.

The days are long gone when mules and donkeys roam along Market Street, but there are plenty of cars that occasionally need tires and brakes. Wise who began retreading tires at age 14 has, except for brief stints at outside jobs, been in the tire business all his life.

Wise Tire & Brake Co., Inc. is the

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losing the teams to L.A.s Staples Center in the 90s, and now being selected as the new home of the Los Angeles Rams.

He recalled the anticipation of the Lakers’ arrival: “It was marvelous and everyone was excited to come and spend money in Inglewood. When the Lakers left and Dr. (Jerry) Buss went over to Staples, they were very missed. Bringing it to now, I give our mayor (James Butts) a lot of credit. Maybe someone could have done it also, but he stayed on top of it and knew what to say and made the owner of the Rams excited about coming into Inglewood. Mr. (Stan) Kroenke wants to be part of the success of the City of Inglewood,” Wise said.

To mark the new era in the “City of Champions,” Wise put up a sign that reads, “Inglewood, the new home of the L.A. Rams.”

“I was hoping more people will put up signs like this around their businesses to show Mr. Kroenke they appreciate him when he comes,” he said. Appreciation is major for Wise. He is grateful for the third and fourth generation of customers who have patronDan Wise, Owner of Wise Tires ized his business over the years— oldest family-owned business in Officially in business since 1923 some who have never gone to an Inglewood. and at its current location since NFL game in their own back yard.

“I worked at different places, but 1941, Inglewood has transitioned Thanks to the leaders and partners my father would offer me a nickel from a sleepy horse town to the in Inglewood, they will now. more an hour if I came back. The sprawling gateway to LAX. It For all your tire and brake needs, minimum wage then was about 70 went from being home to the Fo- visit Wise Tire & Brake Co., Inc. cents an hour, so I always came rum (where the L.A. Lakers and at 949 S. La Brea Avenue or call back,” Wise said.

Kings once played) in the 60s, to (310) 904-6163.

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Inglewood Public Library to Host “War Comes Home: The Legacy”

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nglewood Public Library is hosting a free screening of an awardwinning documentary on the 92nd Infantry Division, an AfricanAmerican combat unit that fought heroically in Italy during World War II, on Saturday, February 6, 2016, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall, Inglewood Main Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd.

Nicknamed the “Buffalo Soldiers”, these men valiantly fought two wars at once: one against the Nazis and fascism in Italy, the other against racial discrimination at home. They took their name from the original Buffalo Soldiers, an African-American cavalry regiment formed during the Civil War. Like their namesakes of World War II, these soldiers, some of whom were stationed at the Presidio for a brief time, were renowned for their bravery. These stories, vividly recounted by veterans of the 92nd, provide the film with its most poignant moments. The film includes

Vernon Baker, the last living African-American to be awarded the Medal of Honor in World War II and a special appearance by President Barack Obama.

Highlighting private correspondence from almost every major conflict in U.S. history, the exhibition War Comes Home: The Legacy will be on display until February 14, 2016 on the second floor of the Inglewood Main Library. The traveling exhibition, rich with historic and contemporary letters, offers an intimate perspective into the thoughts and emotions of veterans

and their families upon a soldier’s homecoming. War Comes Home: The Legacy is part of Cal Humanities’ current War Comes Home initiative, a thematic program designed to promote greater understanding of veterans and explore how war shapes a community. The exhibition is based on the work of the Center for American War Letters (CAWL) and is presented by Exhibit Envoy. Andrew Carroll, the Director of CAWL and an awardwinning and New York Times bestselling author, and John Benitz, Associate Professor in the Department

of Theatre at Chapman University, co-curated the exhibition.

War Comes Home: The Legacy is a partnership between Cal Humanities, the California State Library and Exhibit Envoy. It is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities, the BayTree Fund, The Whitman Fund, and the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Learn more about Exhibit Envoy at www. exhibitenvoy.org and about Cal Humanities at www.calhum.org.

For more information about this screening or the exhibit, call (310) 412-5380, e-mail publiclibrary@ cityofinglewood.org, check out our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/inglewoodpubliclibrary or visit http://library.cityofinglewood.org/ . For more information about Exhibit Envoy, call Annee Booker Knight at (415) 525-1553, or e-mail Annee@exhibitenvoy.org.

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Chairman Horton: Hall of Fame Award for Outstanding Achievement in Government at the African American Heritage Month Celebration

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oard of Equalization Chairman Jerome E. Horton received the Hall of Fame Award for Outstanding Achievement in Government at the 2016 African American Heritage Month Celebration on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. The award was presented by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Our Authors Study Club for his accomplishments, dedicated service to the community, and commitment to the California State Board of Equalization before the Los Angeles City

Council on the Los Angeles City Hall South Lawn.

“I am deeply honored to be among the distinguished individuals recognized by Mayor Garcetti and the Our Authors Study Club during African American History Month.

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Rosser (education); Dr. George The five-member California State McKenna III (education); Supervi- Board of Equalization (BOE) is sor Yvonne Burke (ret.) (govern- a publicly elected tax board. The ment); Councilwoman Rita Walters BOE collects $60 billion annually (ret.) (government). in taxes and fees supporting state Re-elected in 2014, Chairman and local government services. It Jerome E. Horton is the Third Dis- hears business tax appeals, acts as trict Member of the California State the appellate body for franchise Board of Equalization, represent- and personal income tax appeals, ing more than 9.5 million residents and serves a significant role in the in Ventura County and portions of assessment and administration of Los Angeles and San Bernardino property taxes. For more informacounties. He was first elected to tion on other taxes and fees in Calithe Board of Equalization in 2010. fornia, visit www.taxes.ca.gov.

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he California Senior Legislature (CSL) hosted its annual meet and greet for members of the CSL and members of the California State Legislature. Leaders from across California showed strong support for California’s strongest voice advocating for senior citizens.

“We in the Legislature recognize the California Senior Legislature is a valuable voice for seniors. They provide to us the information and direct connection to seniors and some ideas that help us make the lives of seniors up and down the state that much better.” – Donald Wagner (R-Irvine) In California, the senior population will grow at twice the rate of the State overall population. Over half the counties in California will see a 100% increase in the elderly population by 2020. With the help of the CSL, the growing needs of seniors have not gone unnoticed by state leaders.

“Seniors have so many needs and so many concerns. We have to continue to make sure we look out for our seniors. Seniors need transportation, they need housing, and they need to pay for their medicine. The SSI and SSP that many seniors have does not stretch far enough. So we have to work with the legislature to make sure their needs are taken care of,” said Cheryl Brown (D-San Bernardino), Chair Assembly Aging and Long Term Care Committee.

The CSL has a 35-year distinguished history of advocating for senior’s rights. Its remarkable track record includes the Silver Alert program, and their work led to the updating of the State Emergency Plan for evacuating senior citizens during a declared disaster.

CSL continues to advocate for the rights of elders throughout California and the nation. As CSL continues its growth and advocacy in the elder community, its goal is to make certain that its efforts are in line with the needs of its diverse and growing community.

“CSL has become the voice for the voiceless in California. California Senior Legislature is necessary for helping seniors have a safe and secure future,” said senior Senator Mickey Peabody (Oakdale).

CSL is an entirely volunteer organization and does not receive any state funding. Contributions that fund CSL can be made by California tax payers checking box 427, The California Senior Legislature Fund, on their annual state income tax form. Without these contributions, our state’s vulnerable elderly population could lose their strongest advocate.

“If people don’t check Box 427 on their tax forms this year, we’re in real danger of losing the single biggest champion for our elders in the state. Your contributions provide vital funds needed to continue our work to protect our seniors,” Senior Assembly Member John Pointer (Laguna Niguel) said.

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What Is Equity?

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ith the new stadium becoming a reality and the Rams returning to town, Inglewood has become a hot bed for new residents, businesses, speculators and investors looking to cash in on the new direction of Inglewood’s land values.

The appreciation of land brings that magical word every home owner has learned to appreciate: equity.

In terms of real estate, it means the difference between the current fair market value of the property and the amount the owner still owes on the mortgage. It is the amount that the owner would receive after selling a property and paying off the mortgage.

Many people hear the word equity and run straight for the bank because the word is now identified with home equity lines of credit and cash out refinances. This can be a way to invest in other things such as education or possibly another piece of property.

But be very careful because the same road to riches can become a slippery slope to foreclosure. When you tap the equity in your home you have to have a plan. You take out a specific amount of money to do a specific thing and maybe a few thousand more to enjoy with your family.

Never forget that when you tap your cash cow, you increase your monthly payments or extend the amount of years you owe on your mortgage.

That being said, with the right plan and vision you can use the equity your home has built up to update your house or condo and make it even more valuable or possibly put the money you take out into another property for rental income for a family member.

Now you become a landlord, and your property is working for you, not the other way around.

Odest T. Riley, Jr. Just remember whatever you decide to do, make sure you consult with the right financial professional to cover all bases from taxes to stable investments. Getting a large amount of money at one time, can be difficult to manage and can disappear faster than you realize. But with the right planning, it can last generations.

So, the next time you hear the word equity remember it’s like a gift, not a guarantee, and treat it right so it can take care of you.

At WLM Financial, our goal and my dream is to teach people how to position themselves to be financially free, and with a little bit of hard work you can get there.

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LEGAL NOTICE Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2016015448 The following Person is doing business as: Restoration Family Service Agency 742 N. La Brea Avenue Inglewood, CA 90302 P O Box 4153 Inglewood, CA 90309 Registered Owner: Christ-Centered Ministries, 742 N. La Brea Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90302 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on January 21, 2016 I (We) declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.

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NOTICE-In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et.seq., Business and Professions Code.)

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Eye on the City (Continued from page 4) “We have issues of Prop.

47 and Prop. 109 about overcrowding in jails, and non-violent criminals are being released early,” Franklin said. He compared the use of police body cameras to cameras used in a football game. “Think of having police with cameras and seeing (the incident) from one angle. When you have an NFL football team, think how many cameras it takes to determine whether a person has gone an extra yard, and even then there is a question of accuracy.”

Councilman Eloy Morales commented on the award given to Inglewood by L.A. City Council members: “It’s amazing how much this has taken flight. There was a lot of negative talk about Inglewood (by L.A. council members). Now, all they can talk about is that the stadium succeeded. There were at least 6 or 7 members who got up to speak…We are showing progress every day.”

Mayor Butts added to Councilman Franklin’s comments about nonviolent criminals be-

ing released early in California, and made a comparison to crime in Inglewood. “In Inglewood, in 2015, crime dropped 1 percent. For 5 consecutive years, homicide dropped and between 2014 and 2015, it dropped 50 percent. That’s the lowest in the history of the city.

“In regard to Moody’s,” he said, “our unobligated reserves so far surpasses any city rated nationwide by Moody’s. I find it amazing that 1 or 2 people can’t find anything positive. That’s too bad because you’re representative of this city.”

The new senior center is finally underway! Join the Inglewood Council members and other elected officials on Monday, Feb. 29th at 10am, for the ground breaking in downtown Inglewood.

The first town hall meeting of 2016 in the First District will take place on Feb. 20, from10am-noon at the Center of Hope, 9550 W. Crenshaw Blvd. The next District 1 free document shredding event is on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 9am to noon at the ICOP Center, 2901 W. Manchester Blvd.

Search for Benefits Packages That Go Above and Beyond the Usual

s health care costs continue to shift to consumers, it’s important to consider benefits packages that provide more holistic support outside the usual health, dental and vision policies. Consumers should be aware that there are plans available today that will aid in their overall well-being, which includes physical, mental and financial health.

Luckily, many employers see the need for robust benefits offerings, with some incorporating new solutions to meet increased employee demand for more from their benefits provider. In fact, 34 percent of employers surveyed in a Towers Watson study indicated they already offer more customization with voluntary benefits. Companies like Aflac are expanding services, ranging from credit monitoring to supplemental accident benefits to helping provide employees and their families with financial protection.

As consumers select benefits options provided by their employer, here are

three additional services to look for that go above and beyond a typical benefits offering: • Fraud protection: According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, by the middle of 2015, there were a total of 424 data breaches, compromising millions of consumers’ personal and financial information. It’s no secret that the move toward mobile technology and digital transactions has left consumers vulnerable, so benefits that include services to help protect employees’ personal and financial information should be viewed as a must-have option in employer-sponsored packages.

• Telemedicine: A Towers Watson survey showed that almost half of employers offer telemedicine, and by 2018 that number is expected to rise to 90 percent.

Companies are starting to connect consumers to highly qualified health care professionals who can evaluate common conditions and provide personalized treatment remotely, offering a low-cost and convenient

option, as opposed to a hospital visit.

• Benefits management support: According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), medical debts account for 52 percent of debt collection actions that appear on consumer credit reports. Not to mention, the Kaiser Family Foundation found that 1 in 3 Americans struggle to pay medical bills. Companies are beginning to offer administrative support to help negotiate employees’ unpaid medical bills. Consumers who are concerned about being able to pay for their medical expenses should investigate these options further, as it could help them protect their financial future.

With more health care responsibility falling on consumers, now is the perfect time to search for and demand more from employer benefits packages.

For more about the value-added services Aflac is offering, visit: aflac.com/ aflac-business-solutions.

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County Undertakes Historic Effort to Determine Park Needs in Every Community Los Angeles County conducts an unprecedented countywide parks needs assessment to help decision-makers and residents better understand parks needs across the county.

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os Angeles County has begun a historic parks needs assessment that will shed light on access to parks across the County, and list steps the county can take to make parks more accessible for all residents.

This needs assessment goes far beyond any studies conducted previously, using a broad set of park metrics to evaluate park space and offering both cities and residents significant input into the process. The assessment will identify need based on park acreage, park access, park use, park condition, and the number and type of park amenities available in communities.

Los Angeles County residents will now have the unique opportunity to shape the priorities for how and where parking funding will go for the next several decades at nearly 200 community meetings throughout the County, to be held between December 2015 and February 2016. Information regarding meetings in each community can be found on the Park Needs Assessment website at www.lacountyparkneeds.org. This site also provides background information on the Park Needs Assessment.

This comprehensive assessment began over the summer by collecting input on the status of every park in Los Angeles County from all 88 cities and the unincorporated areas. More than a dozen components are being analyzed and weighed, including quantity, proximity and overall quality of parks available to residents, as well as the specific quality of individual facilities and amenities within each park.

“It’s absolutely critical that all residents across Los Angeles County have access to thriving, high quality parks. For the first time, this assessment will allow us to truly understand the park needs of every community within the county,” said Rita Robinson, Park Needs Assessment Project Director for the

County Department of Parks and Recreation. “We know that access to parks is so important to the health and quality of life of all communities. And, it is so important for all LA County residents to attend these meetings and tell us what they believe the priorities for park and open space should be.

The needs assessment will substantially increase the amount of information Los Angeles County decision-makers have available to determine the park and recreation needs of residents across the region. The quality of individual parks will be compared based on hard data and feedback from people living in each community. Most importantly, this process will allow LA County residents to weighin on what they believe the priority projects for park and open space should be.

A final report with key findings and estimated costs from the assessment will be presented to the Board of Supervisors in May 2016.

Upcoming Meetings Hawthorne Date: February 4, 2016 Time: 6:00 p.m.

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Super Bowl 50: Will Quarterback History Be Made Again?

(Continued from page 1) pected to be bet on the game, with $4.1 billion in illegally-placed bets, according to the American Gambling Association.

Last year, the halftime show, featuring Katy Perry, Missy Elliot and Lenny Kravitz, produced the mostwatched in history (118 million viewers). With Beyonce headlining again this year, and Coldplay also taking center stage, halftime views should be up.

Win or lose, Brady alluded to his likely retirement after Sunday’s contest. Talking to reporters he recalled recent conversations he had with Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and Coach Bill Belichick.

“I understand this really could be it and I wanted to tell both of them I really have enjoyed these games,” Manning said. “Hey, Brady’s going to play until he’s 70. Belichick’s going to coach until he’s 90. Maybe I’ll hit the fountain of youth sometime in the month and we’ll play 10 more championships against each other…”

But just in case we don’t, I took the time to tell them man-to-man, looked them in the eye and shook their hands and I’m glad I did that because it’s important to me they knew it.”

With each super bowl promising to be more spectacular than the last, Super Bowl 50 is projected to break previous revenue records as well.

Here is how the projected numbers

break down: • $375 million in advertising revenue • The cost of one 30-second commercial is $5 million • $500 - $3,000 per ticket • $88 million in gate and concession sales • $12 million halftime show sponsorship • Total expected revenue is around $620 million • Estimated attendance of 70,000 Super Bowl 50 will kick off at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, CA near San Francisco at 3:30 PT on CBS.

Publisher’s Message (Continued from page 5) sense of identity. This is sorely lacking in many people today. So why not began to share the stories of your own family? Create a family tree, do some research and add narrative to the videos so there will be an accurate account of what happened and when. It will make for a fascinating study into your family roots.

The contributions of African Americans to this country are undeniable. Those in your own family tree are no less history makers, maybe just less known.

Meet Rev. Harold M. Anderson (Continued from page 3) Anderson, senior pastor of New Faith Baptist Church in Tulsa.

“When integration came, it was good in one way and bad in another. Segregation recycled black dollars. I think when segregation stopped, we stopped being close, and it’s why we have so much crime and we don’t support each other,” Sanders said.

To view clips from Anderson’s Black Wall Street film, use this abbreviated link to the Getty Images website: http://tinyurl.com/nz7tgrt.

To Be a Young Black Entrepreneur (Continued from page 2) tations for their children and their families. For one, it gives your child guidance and something to strive for. And most importantly, as a parent, the expectations you place on your child or family directly relate to you as well. You force yourself to raise your sights and your efforts to ensure that you can walk the walk.

If you are reading this and wondering, what does this have to do with Inglewood? It has everything to do with our city. Our students need to see themselves in positions of importance, and positions of power. It heightens their scope of what’s possible, and inspires them to want to achieve more. Big Inglewood salute to Jayden Bledsoe and Leanna Archer for their pursuit of excellence.

We wish you much success.

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D at e s i n F e b r u a ry Through February 13, 2016 5th Annual Black Doll Show Themes for this year’s doll show include “The War Against HIV/ AIDS,” and “Women of the African Diaspora in the Trenches.” Curated

by Dr. Cynthia Davis.

On Saturday, January 9, from 3-5pm, attend a special preview screening of the documentary “Wilhemina’s War,” which will air on PBS later in February 2016. “Wilhemina’s War” focuses on the impact of HIV/AIDS among African American women across generations living in the South through the story of 62 year-old Wilhemina Dixon.

A doll making workshop will be held on January 23, from 2-4.

Create a doll that you can donate to children who have HIV/AIDS. Events will be held at the William Grant Still Arts Center, 2520 S. West View Street, Los Angeles.

For details about all activity times and dates, call (323) 734-1165.

Street, Westchester, 90045 from 8am-1pm. It is located one block east of the 405, La Tierja Blvd. offramp.

The Retreat topic, “50 Shades of Grace” is presented by the well-renown leader, Sister Gretchen Hailer, RSHM. Cost is $15.00. Please RSVP to Kathy Fitzpatrick (310703-2519) or Joyce Holt (310649-5586) by Monday, Feb.8.

Ongoing Talk to a Lawyer Online In cooperation with the City of Inglewood, the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) now offers a teleconferencing center at the Main Library, where you can speak to a lawyer live, and send them documents. They offer legal advice and guidance on a variety of civil matters, including evictions, divorces, and child custody.

They can provide referrals to private attorneys, other legal services, or other resources as needed.

February 13, 2016 Hours for teleconferencing are ev50 Shades of Grace Retreat ery Wednesday from 11am to 2pm.

Catholic Daughters of Westches- Ask the Audio/Visual Desk assistant ter/Playa del Rey/and Culver City, for help or call ahead for an appointwill host a retreat on the morning ment at (310) 412-5380. of Saturday, February 13, 2016 at St. Jerome Church, 5550 Thornburn

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