Africa USA Today Magazine, 11-12,2022

Africa USa Today MAGAZINE

Raquel LaCourMarsh

Mrs.Illinois America Nation 2022

Mrs.Illinois America Nation 2022

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EDITORIAL PUBLISHER OLAWALE IDREEZ EDITOR-IN-CHIEF JOHN E. SMITH JR. EXECUTIVE VIDEOGRAPHER/ EDITOR RAQUEL SANTIAGO REGIONAL EDITOR ADEMOLA LAWAL EXECUTVE MARKETING MANAGER WEALTH PRODUCER ADVISOR JUANITA CREAR-PRICE DR. STACEE LANG It’s been 65th

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The New Mahogany Heritage Awards Winners 2022, Congratulations!

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DR. ROBERT L. SCOTT SR. MARY L. SWOPES GANIYU BISIRIYU PUBLIC RELATIONS RAQUEL LACOUR-MARSH

Raquel LaCour-Marsh, Mrs. Illinois America Nation 2022

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Contents

JOHN E. SMITH JR. EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Celebrating Harvest time and giving Thanks In this issue we are celebrating Fall Festivals and the upcoming Holidays.

Mary Louise Swopes 46th Year Celebration Sunday, December 4th, 2022 held at MARTINIQUE ELEGANT BALLROOM, 8200 S. Cicero Ave. 60459 Burbank, IL

5 p.m.- “Pictures and Interviews on the Red Carpet” 6:30 p.m.- Dinner/ Open Bar Acknowledge Honorable Chairperson, Congressman Danny K. Davis “ Mary L. Swopes SPECIAL SALUTE” (SHOWSTOPPNG ENTERTAINMENT), MAHOGANY HALL OF FAME AWARDS” Black Tie Donation-$100.00 Contact Thelma Ware, Committee Chairman for tickets, (773)637-0646

Summer is winding down it seems relatively fast and with it the signal to enjoy the season of harvest days & nights.

We celebrate and give thanks with families and friends for our blessings and being able to appreciate our love ones.

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Cover Story

Raquel LaCour-Marsh

Photography- Raquel Santiago

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Mrs.Illinois America Nation 2022

Mrs.Illinois America Nation 2022

Raquel LaCour-Marsh

Cover Story

Mrs.Illinois America Nation 2022

Raquel LaCour-Marsh is a wife, mother of two daughters, Megan and Maysen, journalist with Africa USA Today Magazine, manager for Bond, no.9 fragrances, and currently holds the title for Mrs. Illinois America Nation 2022.

Raquel received her degree in Broadcast Journalism from Columbia College, and soon became an award winning journalist, winning two awards for Women of Distinction and Journalist of the Year.

In her spare time, she enjoys helping her community, and has been active with many non-for-profits, including Fathers Who Care, to help the homeless and underprivileged. She had held her own personal rally to stop gun violence.

Besides writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, going to the gym, and dancing.

In June 2023, Raquel will represent Illinois in the Mrs. USA Nation pageant. She plans to use her platform to further help those in need, such as the homeless, helpless and hungry.

Her favorite quotes in life are “Lessons in life will be repeated until they are learned.” by Frank Sonnenberg and “Legacy is not leaving something for people, but leaving something in people.” by Peter Strople.

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EVENTS

Mary Louise Swopes 46th Year Celebration Sunday, December 4th, 2022 held at MARTINIQUE ELEGANT BALLROOM, 8200 S. Cicero Ave. 60459 Burbank, IL

5 p.m.- “Pictures and Interviews on the Red Carpet” 6:30 p.m.- Dinner/ Open Bar Acknowledge Honorable Chairperson, Congressman Danny K. Davis “ Mary L. Swopes SPECIAL SALUTE” (SHOWSTOPPNG ENTERTAINMENT), MAHOGANY HALL OF FAME AWARDS” Black Tie Donation-$100.00 Contact Thelma Ware, Committee Chairman for tickets, (773)637-0646 6 AFRICA USA TODAY

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AFRICA NEWS

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BOOK CLUB FEATURE

ANCIENT EGYPTIANS

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WERE THE ANCIENT EGYPTIANS REALLY BLACK

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THE 25TH DYNASTY

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CHICAGO NEWS

Yoruba Cultural Exchange Festival Chicago 2022

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CHICAGO EVENTS NEWS

Photography- Tonika Johnson 20 AFRICA USA TODAY

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Reason to celebrate Christmas

by Michelle Rachzel

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CHICAGO NEWS

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Welcome to our market!

ART NEWS

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ART NEWS

Sharon Sprung

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ART NEWS

Sharon Sprung & Robert McCurdy

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ART NEWS

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CHICAGO NEWS

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Fall Fashion

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Holiday Glam

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Holiday Glam

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MEDIA

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MEDIA

Ryan Coogler, ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Cast on Landing Rihanna and Honoring Chadwick Boseman Stars Angela Bassett, Danai Gurira and Tenoch Huerta discuss visiting Boseman's resting place before shooting and overcoming questions of "how are we going to do this, go on without him?"

BY KIRSTEN CHUBA, EVAN NICOLE BROWN OCTOBER 26, 2022 10:01PM

Ryan Coogler and Rihanna at the 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' premiere

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Book Club

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Food

Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey This Thanksgiving turkey recipe was passed down to me by my mother and grandmother. Orange wedges and aromatics add flavor while cooking inside the bird while a simmering mixture of champagne and chicken broth work their magic to keep the meat moist and tender. We would change the recipe a little every year since we never had it written down, but it always turned out incredibly juicy and succulent!

Recipe by Kirsten Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs Additional Time: 10 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins

Ingredients 2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons ground dried rosemary 2 tablespoons rubbed dried sage 2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves 1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning 1 tablespoon salt 1 (15 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed 1 medium orange, cut into 8 wedges 1 medium onion, chopped into large pieces 1 medium carrot, cut into 1/2-inch slices 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 (750 milliliter) bottle champagne 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth

Directions Step 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a roaster with sheets of aluminum foil long enough to wrap around turkey.

Step 2 Stir together parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, lemon-pepper seasoning, and salt in a small bowl.

Step 3 Rub herb mixture into the turkey cavity, then stuff with orange wedges, onion, carrot and celery. Tie the legs together with kitchen string, then tuck the wings under the body. Place turkey on the foil in the roasting pan.

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BOOKS & MEDIA

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