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he parents of Kendrick Johnson, the black Valdosta, Georgia teen whose body was found inside a rolled-up wrestling mat at his school gym, will be the guests for a program and march hosted by the Georgia Association of Black Elected Officials (GABEO) on April 5. As Kenneth and Jacquelyn Johnson commemorate the 46th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. with GABEO, they also will remember their 17-year-old son whose mysterious death a year ago is now under investigation. This week, schoolmates of Kendrick Johnson and their parents were subpoenaed by a federal grand jury investigating the case. GABEO’s president, Rep. Tyrone Brooks, D-Atlanta, said he plans to join the Johnsons on April 4 at a march that will be held at the federal courthouse in Macon where the proceedings are under way. “We have been working with the Johnsons for over a year now on this case,” said GABEO’s president, Rep. Tyrone Brooks, D-Atlanta. “There are a lot of unanswered questions concerning the death of their son. We want justice for them.” Brooks said the Johnsons participated in GABEO’s annual march commemorating the anniversary assassination of King last year and it was decided that the couple would lead this year’s march. The Johnsons reported their son missing after he failed to come home from school. The teen was found the next day—Jan. 11, 2013—by students in a gym class who saw his feet in the mat. The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office concluded Kendrick died by accident while reaching for a shoe. However, the Johnsons say there’s been a “coverup.” The couple had their son’s body exhumed last June and commissioned an independent autopsy, which attributed the teen’s death to “apparent non-accidental, blunt force trauma.” GABEO also is demanding justice— as it has for years now—for two black couples who were lynched by a mob of white men at the Moore’s Ford Bridge See Kendrick, page 6
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ongressman Hank Johnson announced this week that President Obama has endorsed his re-election to Georgia’s Fourth District. “Congressman Johnson has done an outstanding job,” President Obama said in a statement released by Johnson’s campaign office.
‘I am honored by President Obama’s endorsement.’
President Barack Obama, followed by Rep. Henry Johnson, D-Ga., waves as they step out of Air Force One at Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah on March 2, 2010.
– Congressman Hank Johnson “Together, we are fighting to restore middle class security and expand opportunity for all Americans. I’ve worked with Congressman Johnson as we’ve extended the security of health care to millions and pulled our economy back from the brink of collapse while protecting consumers and passing historic Wall Street reform. I am proud to stand with Hank and support his reelection.” The endorsement marked the third Johnson has received from the President, said Andy Phelan, Johnson’s spokesperson. Johnson also received See Obama, page 6
Congressman Hank Johnson drew a crowd of more than 300 supporters including Congressman John Lewis at Johnson’s re-election campaign kickoff in Lithonia.
DeKalb Stands Tall In Macon Four basketball squads make history as state champions
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roud victory messages are displayed on the schools’ marquees. Pep rallies are being planned. Businesses are offering celebratory dinners. Even though it’s close to spring, it feels a lot like Christmas in DeKalb County. That’s because four DeKalb high schools are state champions: Miller Grove, Tucker, Redan and St. Pius. “We work all year to get to that point, the one night where all the kids’ hard work and dedication pays off,” said Miller Grove Head Basketball Coach Sharman White. “We
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Miller Grove leads the pack of DeKalb high schools that represented the county well at the GHSA Basketball State Championship on March 7 in Macon.
had a lot on our shoulders with the death of Terrell, but fought through it. We wanted to make sure we did this right to reach the one big goal as a team and coaching staff. We take pride in doing the little things right.”
Miller Grove High’s varsity basketball team claimed its sixth straight championship, defeating Warner Robins 70-43, in the Class AAAAA finals at the Macon Coliseum on March
7. With the win, Miller Grove became the first high school boys’ basketball team in Georgia to win six consecutive state championships. Miller Grove dedicated its season to the memory of Terrell Coleman, a 15-year-old who died while playing in an AAU basketball game last fall. “We wore all black for Terrell early this season. Terell was always grinding with us, always working to be better. All he wanted was a ring and I’m glad we could win it for him,” said Miller Grove senior James Walker. “People doubted us this whole See Basketball, page 5
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he American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) will team up with the Georgia Department of Labor to host a job fair in DeKalb County for workers who are 50 and older. The job and resource fair will be held March 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Lou Walker Senior Center, 2538 Panola Road, in Lithonia. Labor officials and partner agencies working with the fair will provide tips on writing resumes, interview skills and other information needed to land a job. Those who attend the fair also will be able to get information on healthcare, housing and social media. Organizers say the job fair comes at a critical time. Recent statistics show the unemployment rate in the Atlanta region rose to 7.2 percent in January, up from 6. 8 percent the previous month. Tamika Conde’, project director for AARP’s employment services for seniors, said the increase in unemployment may be attributed to seasonal jobs ending. She said with the higher unemployment rates, seniors are challenged to find work as they join the crowded field of job seekers. “Many of the baby boomers
Illinois fugitive captured in Rockdale
The U.S. Marshals Service were caught in the layoffs when We’re seeing women who have and Rockdale the recession hit. They found lost their husbands and they are County Sheriff’s themselves unemployed, without finding it difficult to make ends Office have benefits and struggling to make meet. That’s one of the reasons arrested an Illinois ends meet,” said Conde. “A lot we are providing the other sexual assault of them are in their 50s and are resources such as information on suspect who has Derrick Nevilles been living in the Conyers area for the past several years. Rockdale County government will host the Rockdale County Career Authorities arrested Derrick Fair on Friday, April 11, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., at Rockdale Career Academy, Nevilles, 48, on a warrant charging 1064 Culpepper Drive, Conyers. him with sexually assaulting two A variety of government agencies and non-government organizations, teen females between 2004 and 2010 such as Asbury Automotive Group, Country Inn & Suites, Dart Container, while working as a music producer Georgia Department of Public Safety, Lowes, Oxford College of Emory and talent developer in Park Forest, University, Rockdale County Fire-Rescue, Rockdale County Public School District, and Tires Plus will be recruiting. Illinois, just south of Chicago. Only companies with immediate job openings or job openings that will A fugitive investigation revealed be available within three to six months will attend the job fair. Job seekers that the suspect was currently living are encouraged to arrive in professional attire with resumes in hand. in south Rockdale County. During the fair, job seekers also will be able to participate in oneRockdale deputies and the on-one resume reviews and helpful workshops covering topics such as RCSO deputy assigned to the successful interviewing and job coaching. U.S. Marshals Service went to a The career fair is sponsored by Rockdale County government. residence on Brentwood Lane off Chick-fil-A at Turner Hill Road, PCA Educational Services and the Georgia Bell Road on March 11 around 11 Department of Labor and Rockdale County Public School District. p.m. Once there, deputies made For important updates about the Rockdale Career Fair, visit www. rockdalecounty.org/careerfair. contact and arrested Nevilles on a To register as a participating employer and reserve a booth, email warrant from the Park Forest Police deborah.lowery@rockdalecounty.org by March 21. Department for aggravated criminal For more information about the career fair, email sexual assault. customersatisfaction@rockdalecounty.org or call 770-278-7050. “Once again, the cooperative efforts of the U.S. Marshals not old enough to draw Social housing at the job fair,” Conde’ Service and Rockdale County Security, while others need partsaid. Sheriff’s Office were able to get a time jobs to go along with the Participants should criminal off the street,” said Sheriff Social Security.” bring several copies of their Eric Levett. “I hope that this Conde’ said her AARP resumes and are asked to dress apprehension will yet again show office also has seen a disturbing appropriately for interviews. that Rockdale County in not the trend: A number of seniors who Registration to attend must be place to do crime or to hide from it.” come seeking jobs are homeless. made at: Nevilles was transported to “They’ve lost their homes http://aarp.cevent.com/ the Rockdale County Jail to await and are sleeping in their cars. jobfair. extradition to Illinois.
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DeKalb History to present Swanton House for tour and lecture On March 29, 2 p.m., the DeKalb History Center will host a living history tour of the Benjamin Swanton House on March 29, 2 p.m., at 720 West Trinity Place, Decatur. The tour will be followed by a lecture given by local historian, Dr. George Coletti. The program, which is sponsored by the Georgia Humanities Council, is free and open to the public. The tour includes a visit to the cabin of Zenith Twilley, a free African-American woman who lived in DeKalb County in the 1850s and 1860s. Learn about her life and daily struggles working as a weaver, seamstress and washer woman. Also, meet Benjamin Swanton, who welcomes you into the oldest home in DeKalb County (circa 1825) where you learn about the early industries in the area and why people settled here. Owners of a tannery, brickyard, blacksmith shop, and grist mill, the Swantons were entrepreneurs whose daily lives were full of activity. Also meet Mary Gay, who worked tirelessly during the Civil War to support Southern troops. Her diary, “Life in Dixie During the War,” is a vivid account of the war years and Battle of Atlanta. At 3 p.m., George Coletti, local historian and author of Stone Mountain: The Granite Sentinel, will discuss DeKalb County during the Civil War. To RSVP for the tour and lecture, call 404-373-1088, extension 20 or email goldemund@dekalbhistory.org.
DEKALB “Keeping Kids Out of Prison” workshop set
UGA Extension opens registration for free gardening workshop
The non-profit, Watchdogs for Justice (WFJ), will host a free seminar, “Keeping Kids out of Prison,” on Saturday, March 22, 2 – 4 p.m. at the DeKalb County Public Library’s Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown branch, 2861 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur. Attorneys Clara King, Lawanda O’Bannon, Dana Harrell, Betty Kirby, Alis Hughes, and private investigator Janine Brooks-Collier will discuss a variety of topics at the seminar. Topics include: armed robbery, automobile theft, possession of crack cocaine, possession of marijuana, underage drinking, and theft by receiving stolen property, as well as the prison sentences associated with these crimes. The seminar will consist of interactive skits and are based on cases the guest speakers have handled in court. Participants will also learn about their fourth, fifth and sixth amendment rights, what to do if stopped by the police and get answers to question they have about the system. 678-412-2299.
The University of Georgia’s Cooperative Extension Office is accepting registrations for a free gardening and lawn maintenance workshop on Thursday, April 10, 4:30 p.m. at the Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library’s Perry Homes branch, 2011 Bolton Road, Atlanta. After months of a brown lawn under leaves and maybe snow, lawns have started to show their first signs of green again. It’s exciting, but organizers say don’t get too carried away just yet. Workshop attendees will learn a few spring lawn maintenance “dos and don’ts” to keep them on track and get a lawn that they can enjoy all summer. Advance reservations are required for groups looking to attend. For more information or to register, email comments@co.fulton.ga.us or call 404-792-4994.
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DeBerry hosts cyber safety forum for families DeKalb County Superior Court Clerk Debra DeBerry is hosting a cyber safety forum on Thursday, March 20, 6 – 8 p.m., at the South DeKalb Police Precinct Community Room, 2842 H F Shepherd Drive, Decatur. The forum will address sexting, cyber bullying prevention, inappropriate online conversations and other internet safety issues that impact DeKalb County youths. Middle and high school students are strongly encouraged to attend with their parents. Admission is free. Advance registration is requested. For more information on the Cyber Safety Forum, call Donica Kennon at 404-687-3590.
JobSmart bus comes to Lawrenceville
Teens will showcase their talents in Decatur
Gwinnett County Public Library’s Lawrenceville branch, located on 1001 Lawrenceville Highway, will welcome the JobSmart mobile career lab on Thursday, March 20, 1:30 – 4 p.m. The mobile career center offers access to computer workstations, photocopying and printing; resume and interview skills assistance; resource materials for job searching and career guidance and Workforce Investment Act training opportunities. JobSmart is a customer service initiative focusing on career development services, resources and programs for jobseekers and entrepreneurs. 770-978-5154.
Online conversations to focus on health topics
The DeKalb County Public Library’s central location, 215 Sycamore St., Decatur, will host the “Teen Talent 2 Extravaganza” on Saturday, March 22, 5 – 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the library’s Teen Advisory Board (TAB), the free event will showcase the talents of teens in seventh through twelfth grade. Contestants will sing, dance, do stand-up comedy, and show off drawings and other talents. Don’t want to get up on stage? Everyone is invited to watch. The teen presentation will be held in the library’s auditorium. 404-370-3070.
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The Gwinnett County Health Department is offering online community conversations about what you can do to help achieve and maintain healthy body weight. The online subjects are designed to prime your thinking and initiate a conversation around several topics including: individual behaviors related to food choices and eating patterns, physical activity, and support in maintaining healthy body weight. New topics will be posted on the website each month. There is no time limit on conversations. Visit the website at http://www.weightforus.com. You can also join the conversations on Social Media outlets such as on Facebook at www.facebook. com/WeightForUs.GNRHD, or on Twitter, @weightforus.
Hop on your bikes for Georgia Rides the Capitol The Metro Atlanta Mayors Association and Georgia Bikes will welcome cyclists from all over the state to Atlanta for “Georgia Rides the Capitol” on Tuesday, March 18, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the state capitol, 206 Washington St., S.W., Atlanta. The purpose of the annual event is to raise awareness for improving conditions for bicycling in Georgia, such as developing multi-use trails. The ride is free to participants. Registered riders will be offered a food and drink rest stop and will get a commemorative reflective leg band. The bike route will close Atlanta’s Pryor Street. For more information or to register, visit http://georgiaridestothecapitol.org or contact Aileen Harris at 678-6866293 or aharris@gmanet.com.
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season, but we made it through a lot of adversity to get this championship. This is an awesome feeling. It’s really indescribable.” Miller Grove’s boys’ squad will be the special guests of the Atlanta Hawks when they take on the Denver Nuggets on March 15 and will be honored by state Senator Ronald Ramsey on March 18 at the State Capitol. The school has a pep rally planned for the team at the end of March. The AAAAA division was also claimed by Tucker High School girls’ basketball team when it defeated another squad in the county, defending champs Southwest DeKalb, 83 - 65. “Our championship represents the true meaning of teamwork, with a record of 30-0 in the region. We’ve had the talent here for years. We just had to get everybody on the same page with the same common goal. We did that this season,” said Tucker Head Coach Robin Potter. Potter has coached the team for 10 seasons. “It really hasn’t sunk in for me yet. I’m so happy for these girls. They worked all year long to be in this position.” Tucker players say there were favored to lose by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. “They said we were favored to because Southwest had won the year before and one of their players even said in the paper that the difference between Tucker and Southwest was that they know how to win,” said Senior Erykah Davenport, who has committed to the University of Miami. “We just used it as motivation. We kept that chip on our shoulders the whole game and we wanted to beat them bad in every quarter.” Tucker’s counseling staff bought the team breakfast on March 12 to celebrate. The squad appeared on V-103’s Greg Street radio show on March 13. The team will be recognized at the city’s March 15 Chili Cook-off and a school pep rally with the Atlanta Hawks organization is set for March 21. Redan High also is basking in glory. The Raiders girls’ squad defeated Columbus High School 63-53 for the AAAA championship. This was the second basketball title for the girls’ squad in the school’s history. “Whether we bring in team members from the Atlanta Dream or bring in tutors, we are always looking for ways to uplift and motivate our kids to do better,” said Coach Jerry Jackson. “When you win state, it sets a precedent for future teams to follow and even try to do better. This is a great thing for our school and our community.”
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Redan’s squad appeared on V-103’s Greg Street radio show on March 10. The school has a pep rally planned for the team with the Atlanta Hawks organization on March 18. Closing out DeKalb’s sweet night of victories at the Macon tournament was the AAA Champion St. Pius Golden Lions. They were the only team from the county to see a close game, defeating the Buford High School Wolves 48 – 45. “It was a real close one, especially at the end of the first quarter. We did a lot better in the second half and I’m just really happy for these girls. They really deserve this,” said Head Coach Kyle Snipes. “They all stayed focused and I’m glad we could win it for our seniors.” This was St. Pius’ second consecutive state title. The high school has a special presentation set for the team to be held at mass, before the end of March. DeKalb County Athletics Director Horace Dunson says basketball in DeKalb is at a high level and the
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competition is healthy. “It’s a really great feeling. In one championship you had two DeKalb teams battling for the state title in the girls’ tournament. If Stephenson would have beat Warner Robins, you would have had the same good situation happening on the boys side,” said Dunson. “We love it because no matter which squad took home the trophy, DeKalb County is winning.” Dunson says basketball programs will continue to flourish in the county as long as competition stays at this high level. “Redan’s girls’ title was the second in school history and the 11th for DeKalb County public school girls teams in the past seven seasons. Miller Grove has won the championship six years in a row. That’s unheard of. Tucker’s girls won their first championship in the team’s 70-year history. We are bringing up history makers in DeKalb,” said Dunson.
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endorsements for re-election from President Obama in 2010 and 2012. “He (Johnson) has earned it. The Congressman was one of Georgia’s first federal lawmakers to endorse him (Obama) back in 2008 when he was a candidate for President. When others endorsed Hillary Clinton, Hank supported him,” Phelan said. Johnson, who is seeking his fifth term and facing Democratic challenger Thomas Brown, DeKalb County’s former sheriff, said he is honored by President Obama’s support. “I am honored by President Obama’s endorsement,” Johnson said. “My top priority in Congress is creating jobs in the Fourth District and working with the President to continue to grow our economy.” With Georgia and the Fourth Congressional District still facing higher unemployment rates than the rest of the nation, Johnson said he is focusing his campaign on economic issues. Johnson said he has helped bring more than $250 million to the district for schools, roads and police since he was elected in 2007. He said he also has worked to help secure more than $30 million for constituents seeking help with specific federal agencies. “I am proud of my strong record in Congress and look forward to meeting new voters and constituents and continuing to work for the people of this District,” Johnson said.
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in Walton County in 1946. One of the women was seven months pregnant at the time. No one was ever arrested for the murders, despite several investigations. Gov. Roy Barnes reopened the case in 1999, but no arrests have been made. GABEO has hosted a march annually to the Moore’s Ford Bridge since 2004. Every July, GABEO does a re-enactment of the lynchings at the bridge. “We want the suspects who are still living to be brought to justice,” Brooks said. “We will not stop fighting for that.” GABEO’s commemorative program for King’s assassination will be held on April 5, noon, at First African Baptist Church, 130 Tyler St. (corner of Main Street, Highway 11) in Monroe, GA. Following the program, where the Johnsons will speak, there will be a motorcade and march to the Moore’s Ford Bridge in Walton County. For more Information, call Rep. Tyrone Brooks at 404-656-6372 and 404-3721894.
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ELECTIONS 2014
Dawkins-Haigler faces Lithonia challenger for District 91 seat
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tate Rep. Dee Dawkins-Haigler (D-91), who represents parts of DeKalb and Rockdale counties, will face a Democratic challenger on May 20 as she seeks a fourth term in office: Lithonia resident Diane Adoma, an H&R Block tax services franchisee who has a track record as a volunteer in the community. It’s the first time that DawkinsHaigler has faced an opponent since she was elected in 2008 to fill the unexpired term of State Rep. Ron Sailor, Jr. There are no Republicans in the race. Five other Democratic incumbent state legislators are being challenged: State Rep. Howard Mosby, D-83 is in the race with Republican Freddy Holly; State Rep. Michele Henson, D-86 is facing Democratic challenger Jacqueline Adams; State Rep. Earnest “Coach” Williams, D-87 is in the race with Democratic challenger Ivy Green; Karen Bennett, D-94 is being challenged by Republican Bradley Young; and Pam Dickerson, D-113 is facing Democratic candidate Sharon Sawyer Dawkins-Haigler said she believes
demonstrated leadership will pay off. “Every day I get up and fight for all Georgians who need access to affordable health care, quality education, decent jobs and livable wages,” said Dawkins-Haigler. “I’m running for re-election because I believe voters should trust in proven leadership. I encourage voters to get out to the vote and not sleep in this election.” Dawkins-Haigler is chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus and the first ordained female clergy to be elected to the General Assembly. Adoma, who has never run for office, said she is seeking the seat because she believes the district needs new leadership. “People in the community have told me they want someone who will answer their calls and emails and be more accessible,” said Adoma, who serves as president of the Brooks Mill Homeowners Association in unincorporated Lithonia. “Residents say we need new leadership, someone who will truly listen to them and not just talk at them. I am ready to align with the people’s agenda and I will work hard for the voters” Adoma, who is active in the Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce, touts her work in the community and her business background as assets. “I have more than 10 years of volunteering. I’ve worked with nonprofits such as the United Way of Greater Atlanta. I know how to get different people to reach one common goal,” said Adoma, who owns two H&R Block tax agencies in Conyers with her husband, Osei Adoma, through their company, Adoma & Associates.
Her husband changed his surname to one of West African descent. They have been married 13 years and have four adult children and five grandchildren. Dawkins-Haigler said she is focused on her work at the Capitol more than anything. She says her focus will remain on the “public service” trail rather than a campaign trail. “My first priority is to the constituents of this district and to the 10 million people who live in it. I sponsored town halls and led press conferences about the importance of Medicaid expansion. I have championed for education by cosponsoring legislation that would allow parents the freedom to allow their children to attend any public school within their respective counties,” said Dawkins-Haigler. “During this session, I have held hearings for raising the minimum wage in Georgia and have been in the fight for voting rights for all. These are the type of things
I have to keep my focus on because the quality of life of the people in this district and state depend on it.” Dawkins-Haigler is married to U.S. Army Maj. David Haigler, Jr. They have four children and one grandchild.
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Here’s a look at the DeKalb and Rockdale candidates who qualified for the May 20 election: U.S. Senator to fill the seat of Saxby Chambliss, who is retiring: Derrick E. Grayson, Republican M. Michelle Nunn, Democrat O. “Steen” Miles, Democrat Branko “Dr. Rad” Radulovacki, Democrat J H “Jack” Kingston, Republican J.P. “Phil” Gingrey, Republican Karen C. Handel, Republican Paul Collins Broun, Republican Todd Anthony Robinson, Democrat Arthur A. “Art” Gardner, Republican David A. Perdue, Republican Attorney General: Incumbent Samuel S. Olens, Republican Gregory K. “Greg” Hecht, Democrat Secretary of State: Incumbent Brian P. Kemp, Republican Doreen Carter, Democrat Gerald B. Beckum, Democrat United States Representative, District 4: Incumbent Henry C. “Hank” Johnson, Jr., Democrat Thomas E. “Tom” Brown, Democrat United States Representative, District 5: John R. Lewis, Democrat Georgia State Senators: State Senator, District 10: Incumbent Emanuel D. Jones, Democrat State Senator, District 39: Incumbent Vincent Fort, Democratic Robert W. Tindall, Republican
State Senator, District 41: Incumbent Stephen B. “Steve” Henson, Democrat State Senator, District 43: Incumbent Ronald B. Ramsey, Democrat State Senator, District 44: Incumbent Gail P. Davenport, Democrat Marcus Eugene Davis, Democrat State Senator, District 55: Incumbent Gloria S. Butler, Democrat, Mark Anthony Williams, Democrat Georgia State Representatives: State Representative, District 55: Incumbent Tyrone Brooks, Democrat State Representative, District 83: Incumbent Howard A. Mosby, Democrat Freddy W. Holley, Republican State Representative, District 84: Incumbent Rahn Mayo, Democrat State Representative, District 85: Incumbent Karla L. Drenner, Democrat State Representative, District 86: Incumbent Michele Henson, Democrat Jacqueline L. Adams, Democrat State Representative, District 87: Incumbent Earnest “Coach” Williams, Democrat Ivy J. Green, Democrat
State Representative, District 88: William W. “Billy” Mitchell, Democrat State Representative, District 89: Incumbent Stacey Y. Abrams, Democrat State Representative, District 90: Incumbent Pamela S. Stephenson, Democrat State Representative, District 91: Incumbent Dorothea “Dee” DawkinsHaigler, Democrat Diane D. Adoma, Democrat State Representative, District 92: Incumbent Tonya P. Anderson, Democrat State Representative, District 93: Incumbent Darshun Nicole Kendrick, Democrat State Representative, District 94: Incumbent Karen L. Bennett, Democrat Bradley J. Young, Republican State Representative, District 113: Incumbent Pam Dickerson, Democrat Sharon Sawyer, Democrat DEKALB Judges, State Court (Non-Partisan or NP): Incumbent Johnny Panos Incumbent Alvin T. Wong Board of Education (NP): District 1: Stan Jester
District 2: Incumbent Marshall Orson Don McChesney District 3: Incumbent Michael A. Erwin Jerrie D. Bason Jarrod Jordan Atticus LeBlanc Willie R. Mosley, Jr. District 4: Incumbent Karen Carter Incumbent Jim McMahan John Oselette Ella “Coach” Smith District 5: Incumbent Thad Mayfield Pia “Chaz Afzal” Bhatti Jesse “Jay” Cunningham R. Alexander Fitzhugh Vickie B. Turner District 6: Incumbent Melvin Johnson Bridgeman Bolger District 7: Incumbent Joyce Morley Kim Ault Lee V. Dukes DeKalb County Sheriff (Non Partisan): Incumbent Jeff Mann Dale Bernard Collins Ted Golden R. “Tony” Hughes Vernon Jones Melody Maddox Melvin Mitchell LaSalle Smith, Sr.
Soil & Water Commissioner (Non Partisan): Jeff Brag H. Anthony Gobert Board of Commissioners: District 2: Incumbent Jeff Rader District 3: Incumbent Larry Johnson District 7: Incumbent Stan Watson Gregory Adams ROCKDALE Board of Commissioners, Post 2: Incumbent JaNice Van Ness, Republican Josie Dean, Democrat Doreen Williams, Democrat Board of Education (Non Partisan): Post 1: Incumbent Jim McBrayer Alberteen Young Post 2: Katrina Young Superior Court Judge: Incumbent David Irwin District Attorney: Incumbent Richard Read
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ntioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church will ordain Minister Frances Knight Pinckney on March 30. “I’m excited and ready to work with any of our ministries that need my help. I just want to serve the Lord,” said Minister Pinckney, who has been
a member of the Lithonia church since 1997. Pastor James C. Ward says he is proud of the church’s newest minister to be ordained under his leadership since he became the church’s senior pastor in 1995. Pastor Ward says Minister Pinckney was very disciplined during her three-year ministerial training journey and she will be rewarded with a great celebration that is planned in her honor. “We make this a big deal at our church and Minister Pinckney deserves just that. She has been steadfast, dedicated and very coachable during this process,” said Pastor Ward. “If you could compare it to anything in the secular world, this is like a lawyer passing the bar or a medical student completing their internship to become a
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full-fledged doctor.” Pinckney went through hours of rigorous course work that included biblical knowledge and interpretation, counseling members in need, and delivering an initial sermon. Pastor Ward says most of the education is “onthe job-training.” Now with the completion of that training, Pinckney may preach, perform baptisms, administer communion, and conduct funerals and other functions as an ordained minister, Pastor Ward said. The ordination service is one of several celebrations Antioch-Lithonia has planned for March. Pastor Ward also celebrated his 19th pastoral anniversary this month and a three-day revival is planned with guest revivalist, Pastor Micheal Benton, of Fairfield Baptist Church. Pastor Ben will lead
the revival March 19-21. The ordination service for Minister Pinckney will be held on Sunday, March 30, at the 10:30 a.m. worship service. The James C. Ward Chorale will sing. Rev. Cecil Poe, an associate pastor at Antioch-Lithonia, will be the featured speaker. Following the service, the church plans to host a book signing for Pickney. Pickney has authored a book entitled “It’s Time for A Spiritual Checkup.” She says the book makes a comparison between the check-up you get at a doctor’s office and the importance of keeping your spirit just as healthy. Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church is located at 2152 Rock Chapel Road, Lithonia. The community is invited to join in the celebration.
New Era Missionary offers healthcare summit Greater Fellowship Baptist Church, 3600 Midway Road, Decatur, will host a healthcare summit to register and inform the community on the Affordable Healthcare Act before the March 31 deadline. The free summit will be held on Saturday, March 29, 10 a.m. and is sponsored by Arthur Carson and the New Era Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia. Officials will be on hand to sign up attendees. For more information, email NewEraConvention@bellsouth.net.
New Life Presbyterian Church offers a new look at the Bible New Life Presbyterian Church, 6600 Old National Highway, College Park, will host “Truth on the Loose: Reading the Bible as a Radical Liberationist” on Wednesday, March 26, at 7 p.m. The open conversation will be hosted by Randall C. Bailey Life and Rev. Billy Michael in the church’s Oliver Community Room. For more information, visit www.newlifepresatl.com.
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Ray of Hope’s Cynthia Hale Speaks Out on ACA I am a faith leader. My job is to develop and provide a God-inspired moral compass that helps my congregants, community and colleagues live healthy, healing, responsible lives. I am called to serve, teach and provide a daily, prayerful example, of what is fair and equitable….and right. The aspect of my ministry that allows me to bring healing to my community is what Rev. Dr. Cynthia Hale I enjoy the most. Ray of Hope Christian Church has endeavored to be a place of health and healing in this community, particularly through our Hope through Health Clinic for the past 11 years. I have become aware of the response in our community to the Affordable Care Act and new, quality health insurance programs now available to all. I am concerned that many of us are not taking
advantage of a reformed healthcare system that has been historically seeded in inequitable access for millions. I am perplexed when I speak to people who still are not aware that they are now entitled to unprecedented healthcare benefits like prescription drugs, preventive care, and insurance acceptance no matter their pre-existing condition. Though as a congregation, we have tried to do our part, now access to affordable healthcare has been made available far and wide, nationally, and still….we are not moved. Recently, Get Covered America and Operation Hope hosted a Health Insurance Marketplace event that was marketed heavily to the local African American community. They were out in full force with information about financial assistance, presentations that described each new benefit, and licensed, in-person assisters who know every plan inside-out. And though I am pleased with the 40 plus people who walked away with new health insurance coverage, I am also disheartened that more people did not show up to explore their new right. We talk a lot about civil rights, we pray and fight
for them. But we are not moved when they come? Are we so uncomfortable with fairness that we don’t see it and seize it when it arrives? Education, housing, and healthcare are the pinnacles of our mission here, and access to healthcare is a civil right we embrace. You must embrace it, too. If you were sitting in my congregation today, I would invite you to embrace your right to affordable healthcare insurance. I would tell you to protect yourself from the vulnerabilities that inevitably come to each of us. I would implore you to not let this opportunity pass you by, and I would beg you to seize your civil right – one for which we’ve prayed, marched and fought. You don’t have to be a Ray of Hope congregate to take advantage of our ministries, resources, or healthcare programs. But you do have to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace to secure your healthy selves and fulfill the promise of a basic, civil equality that was not always ours for the taking – until now. Rev. Dr. Cynthia Hale, Senior Pastor Ray of Hope Christian Church, Decatur
City of Atlanta honors memory of Civil War hero to all faiths City of Atlanta officials joined the Hibernian Benevolent Society of Atlanta to mark the 150th anniversary year of Father Thomas O’Reilly’s heroic civic and ecumenical actions. The city honored O’Reilly this month with a wreath laying ceremony to commemorate the year Atlanta was ravaged by the Civil War. During the 1864 siege of Atlanta, O’Reilly, a young Catholic Priest from Ireland, ministered to soldiers of the North and South. He became a hero to both sides and to civilians of all faiths while hearing confessions, writing letters, saying Mass and performing last rites and working tirelessly. The Union Army, under the command of General William Sherman, planned to burn much of Atlanta so that the city could not aid the Confederate War effort. This was to be completed before Union forces left on
their destructive “March to the Sea.” Father O’ Reilly requested of Union General Slocum, a direct subordinate of General Sherman, and his staff that the Atlanta City Hall, the Court House, and an adjoining residential neighborhood be spared. In addition, O’Reilly requested that five of Atlanta’s churches be left in tact. Since all these structures were wooden, a fire at one could easily spread to the others. As a result of O’Reilly’s actions, Atlanta City Hall, the Court House and the following churches survived: St. Philip’s Episcopal (now Cathedral of St. Philip), Trinity Methodist, Second Baptist (now Second Ponce de Leon Baptist), Central Presbyterian, and Father O’Reilly’s church, Immaculate Conception Catholic (now the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception).
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DeKalb County and the Development Authority of DeKalb County (DADC ) signed an intergovernmental agreement to designate the DADC as the economic development agency for the county. A document signing ceremony was held March 13 at the Kensington MARTA Station at 3350 Kensington Rd, Decatur, the site of a proposed transit-oriented development. In addition to its current responsibilities, the DADC will implement economic development programs, such as New Market Tax Credits, small business/entrepreneur loans, and manage the Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund Grant program, among others. The new DADC will manage DeKalb’s Tax Allocation Districts, develop a marketing and branding plan, and create a new business alliance to support the greater business community. “This is the new way of undertaking economic development. We are stronger when we work together in partnership,” said Interim CEO Lee May. “Other local jurisdictions enjoy widespread success with this model and they are realizing exciting results. With this in place, DeKalb
Interim DeKalb County CEO Lee May (center), inks the $1.2 million deal as DADC Chairman Vaughn Irons (left) and County Commissioner Larry Johnson (right) look on.
County will be elevated as a major competitor on the local and national stage.” County Commissioner Larry Johnson, who serves as presiding officer of the Board of Commissioners, said the new partnership will be the engine to expand economic development in DeKalb. “This partnership gives DeKalb County the tools it needs to ensure the full implementation of the
comprehensive economic development strategic plan that we’ve been working on,” said Johnson. “Now, the DADC will have the funding and the staff to take the lead on stimulating new investments, expanding existing industry, and developing sustainable economic strategies for balanced growth.” Vaughn Irons, chairman of the DADC, praised the partnership. “The business community and
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government have always enjoyed a synergy mutual success, but government doesn’t really create jobs by itself. However, government is responsible to create a business friendly environment and that is what is happening here and now,” said Irons. The DADC will eventually employ a staff of 12, with an annual budget of $1.25 million for the first five years. The team will be led by a president, but until a national search for a qualified candidate can be completed, the Board of Directors of the DADC will act in that capacity. The DADC will deliver quarterly reports to the DeKalb Board of Commissioners in a public forum on the progress of the implementation of work, and the status of economic development activities. The intergovernmental agreement with the DADC is the latest in a series of developments designed to streamline operations and create a business-friendly environment in DeKalb County. DeKalb County, for its part, has been improving efficiency in the build permit division, reducing the timeframe for the approval process.
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