Omaha Star Newspaper, Vol 84 No.16, August 5, 2022

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Family of the Week: The Ballards

The Ballards The Ballard family is full of understanding, care, and hardwork. Christi, Jermaine, and their three children can be described as a goal oriented family. Teamwork, hard work, understanding, and care are apparent themes in this family. Each member has their own occupation or niche that they love.

Christi Ballard owns a store in Aksarben Village by the name of Status. Status is a pre-loved luxury item store. Recently becoming the forefront of her career, Status has given her time to be more involved. “Status gives me flexibility to be able to attend things that I was unable to attend working in corporate,” Ballard shared.

“Family functions, vacations, sporting events, achievements; I have the freedom to be there. I can show up for my extended family with this freedom [also.]”

A bigger leap of faith was taken and Status was brought to the public attention. “It was not overnight. I have been selling pre-loved items while working [corporate] for 20 years. I was doing it on the side, so it has always been a love of mine too.”

When the time comes to expand on your business or career, it will be evident.

“In 2020, when the opportunity presented itself, my husband and I decided it was a good time to do so,” Christi shares. She also adds the advice “to always have a plan in place before you quit [what is currently] taking care of your household, yourself, and your lifestyle.”

Jermaine Ballard is the Director of the Youth Forward Program. The program was created to help high school and college students to increase the success of those affected by the juvenile justice system. “We provide opportunities to further education and get certifications, unique skill sets so that they may transition into a workforce with a high skill set.”

Ballard has been working a career in the education field from elementary to post secondary education to an administrator at the TAC building for OPS. He was contacted by the president of Metro Community College based on his experience to build the You Forward program from the ground up. Youth Forward started in June of 2021. They will be starting their second school year in the fall.

Helping youth to obtain skills that are needed to thrive is a reality at work and at home for Jermaine. “Look at it from the perspective of a black man raising three black sons in Omaha,” he states. “It’s really about being good people… overall being a good person. That’s what gets you over in life.”

With any family, there are people in it with their own interests. “We can’t live without activities. Something for each one of us to do that’s personal for each member in the household,” Christi shares. Their sons, 13-year-old Isaac Cox, 13-year-old Jermaine Ballard II, and 2-year-old Sir Major, each have their own hobbies.

Issac is interested in information technology (IT), WWE, basketball, and football. Jermaine II enjoys writing and reading. He is also interested in football and track. Sir Major is quite clever for his age. Since the age of one he has been counting and stating his ABCs. His parents share credit for his constant growth with Bri’s Brainiac Childcare.

With a family full of different interests and needs, Christi shares that “[because] it is important to someone else in the household, we learn to love it and respect it.

So that each person knows that we are here to support what they want to do.”

Stand on your own two feet and fight like hell for your place in the world.

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NCHS introduces Yolanda Robinson as COO

In her role at NCHS, Yolanda will oversee and manage all administration and operations and provide leadership and oversight for risk management, information technology, and infrastructure needs.

Yolanda comes to NCHS from Metropolitan Community College, where she has worked for the past nine years, most recently as the director of the contact center and as an adjunct instructor. Her experience with project management, budgeting and operating procedures will be critical to enhancing the capacity of a growing organization.

“We’re thrilled to have Yolanda join our executive team.”

NCHS CEO Lana Temple-Plotz said. “Her expertise in Yolanda Robinson operations will be a strong addition to our work. She brings with her decades of experience working in a nonprofit environment.”

Yolanda holds a Master of Public Administration and a bachelor’s in sociology.

Yolanda’s extensive nonprofit experience includes Goodwill, Heartland Workforce Solutions and Heart Ministry Center. Her focus on building relationships is key to establishing a solid foundation for future success.

“I am excited to be a part of this great organization. NCHS does important work with integrity and care,” said Robinson. “In my role, I will work to support the organization’s mission, the strategic plan, the workplace environment and all the program options for the children and families we serve.”

Lifetime Of Service

Bethel Missionary Baptist Church has the privilege of having one of the most loved members to be a part of the Senior Usher Board, Mrs. Marie Wilcher.

We celebrate her being dedicated and her faithfulness to being a servant and standing at the doors in the house of the Lord on Sunday mornings at 101 years young.

Mrs. Wilcher and her family moved from Chicago to Omaha, Nebraska soon after moving here they became members of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in 1982 and for many years she’s been an active member of the church and Usher Board.

Mrs. Wilcher joined the Senior Usher Board in 1992, she’s been a member of the Senior Usher Board for 30 years and over the years once held the office of Treasurer.

Even today at 101 years young on Sunday mornings you will see here at her post serving the Lord.

Mrs. Marie Wilcher

Publisher’s Pen

By Terri D. Sanders

COVID and MONKEY POX! Both are terrorizing our world. I have a feeling that this fall and winter season will be masks Credit: Eric Robinson, Atlanta UP. Soon school will begin all over the city. I have a bone to pick with education … Cursive writing … When the Trevon Martin trial was going on there was a young Black female on the witness stand and an attorney gave her a document to red and she looked at it and said that she was unable to read it. She could not read cursive writing so she was unable to testify to what the document said.

I attended Lothrop Elementary School and was very proud when I was in the third grade and began writing in cursive. I am

proud of my “penmanship” to this day! I could have never been a medical doctor because when I write it is VERY legible.

Recently one of my “offspring” told me that they never tried to forge my signature on any school documents, but chose to forge their father’s name due to the fact that his signature was not readable like mine.

This is my theory … In the not so distant future as young people grow into adulthood and cannot read script writing, codes will be passed along right in their faces and because they cannot read cursive they will not know what is going on. Un-melanated people are disadvantaged in so many ways, do not add this skill set to the ever growing pile of why Johnny can’t…

This is an opportunity for Aunties, Grandmothers, Nanas, Godfathers, Papas, Parrains, Godmothers and all the other elders in a childs life to impart wisdom and help them with writing. Get out that pencil and paper and practice the letters that have been put in the past.

The secret of getting things done is to act.

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Brown is one of 25 recipients of the new Josie Harper Nursing Scholarship at College of Saint Mary (CSM), which was established to help financially disadvantaged students, including those who are first-generation, single parents, ethnic minorities and/or Pell-eligible, who desire a nursing career. Brown began classes in May in the practical nursing certificate program. The scholarships were awarded this spring. “The scholarship gives me the opportunity to pursue not only my practical nursing certificate, but also my bachelor’s degree in nursing as well,” Brown said. “It’s like a dream come true. I can now focus solely on my schooling and master my goals.”

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Since its establishment in 2019, LeadDIVERSITY has graduated over 80 advocates across three cohorts. The advocates selected provide an inclusive representation of Omaha’s diverse community. “We are so excited to welcome this fourth cohort of LeadDIVERSITY, which includes Advocates for Norfolk, Lincoln, and Council Bluffs, in addition to the greater Omaha metro,” said Cammy Watkins, Inclusive Communities’ Executive Director. “As we go into this new year, we are excited to expand connections and create a lasting impact on our community in the Omaha metro area and beyond,” echoed Maggie Wood, Inclusive Communities’ other Executive Director. There will be a meet and greet for the new cohort of advocates on August 18, 2022, from 9 am-11 am, at KANEKO, 1111 Jones St., Omaha, NE 68102 Inclusive Communities is proud to introduce their 20222023 LeadDIVERSITY advocates: Adia Brighton, Special Education Teacher and Learning Consultant, Omaha Public Schools Alicia Frieze, Workforce Development Director, Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce Becky Nickerson, Senior Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Creighton University Brittney Hodges-Bolkovac, Dean of Students and District Special Projects Coordinator, Westside Public Schools Chastin Bailey, Director of Human Resources, Talent, and Culture, Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O Cheryl Murray, Director of Development, Partnership 4 Kids Chris Stratman, Community Engagement Manager,

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Charles “Mike” Harper and his late wife, Joan “Josie” Harper, established the Harper Family Foundation to create a legacy of giving. Josie, a nurse, passed away from cancer. Their goal was to create lasting and impactful contributions. “By helping students take down obstacles, providing them pathways into nursing and ensuring low student borrowing, CSM will help overcome healthcare disparities within our community,” said CSM President Dr. Maryanne Stevens, RSM. To be eligible, recipients must be accepted as a new student to the CSM’s Practical Nursing Certificate program, Pre-Nursing program or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. They must also demonstrate high financial need through Federal Pell Grant Eligibility or be eligible for a CSM Misericordia Scholarship and have at least the following criteria: first-generation, a person of color or a student parent.

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LOCAL NEWS

Public Input on ARPA Funds

Nebraska State Senator Justin Wayne (District 13, Omaha), Chairperson of the Economic Recovery Special Committee of the Legislature, announced a tentative schedule for members of the public to provide input on potential uses of federal funds received by the state under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) in North Omaha & South Omaha. The Economic Recovery Act, enacted with the passage of LB 1024 by the Legislature earlier this year, provides $335 million in funding to assist North Omaha, South Omaha, and other communities which were disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. State and federal funding under the Economic Recovery Act represents a historic investment in disadvantaged communities in Nebraska, which includes $250 million in federal ARPA funds. While a portion of federal ARPA funds under the Economic Recovery Act was appropriated to specific projects, the bulk of funding under the Act is allocated to the Qualified Census Tract Recovery Grant Program, which is being overseen by the Economic Recovery Special Committee of the Legislature. As required under LB 1024, the Legislature has contracted with a private company Omaha-based Olsson, Inc. - to conduct a study of potential eligible uses of federal ARPA funds in North & South Omaha.

Over the next few months, the Economic Recovery Special Committee and Olsson will be conducting a series of stakeholder meetings and public information sessions in

both North & South Omaha: • The week of August 15th-19th , Olsson will conduct meetings with key business and economic development stakeholders in North Omaha & South Omaha: • Following the stakeholder meetings, Olsson will present initial findings from those meetings to the Special Committee at a public briefing • In September, the Special Committee will host public information sessions in both North Omaha & South Omaha, where members of the public can submit ideas for potential uses of funds Wayne stressed the fact that the appropriation of federal ARPA dollars to help low-income Nebraskans was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to address longstanding social and economic challenges in North & South Omaha.

“While residents are eager to see the funds put to good use, it is critically important that these dollars are targeted to projects with the greatest likelihood of creating fundamental change in our community,” Wayne said, “My hope is that the Special Committee, working with Olsson, can identify ways to use these funds that are truly transformational and create longlasting economic growth in both North & South Omaha.” Additional information on all public meetings, briefings, and informational sessions of the Economic Recovery Special Committee will be posted on the Legislature’s website, www. nebraskalegislature.gov, as it becomes available.

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MUD Asks Customers to Conserve Water

Metropolitan Utilities District is asking customers to conserve water during this heat event by altering their watering schedules and practicing wise water use.

While ultimately there is ample water supply from the District’s three water plants to provide reliable service, the utility is seeing near record-level hourly demands when lawn watering occurs in the early morning hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. System-wide, the water demand has approximated 1 million gallons in a four-minute period.

Reducing peak hour demands can benefit all customers by reducing the District’s operational costs and improving reliability.

To balance demand and reduce stress on pumps, pipes and equipment, the District is asking water customers to voluntarily begin watering on odd/even days: • If your address ends with an odd number (1, 3, 5, 7, 9), water on Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

• If your address ends with an even number (2,4, 6, 8, 0), water on Tuesday, Thursday and/or Saturday or Sunday.

• In addition, the District offers these water conservation tips: • Measure the amount of water applied

to your lawn in a 15-minute period using a tuna can. Adjust the run time on the sprinkler system to deliver the required amount. Contact a lawn care professional if you need help.

• Make sure sprinkler heads are in working order and directed on your lawn and not on sidewalks, driveways and streets. Use sprinklers that emit large droplets, again to reduce losses due to evaporation.

• Check hose connections for leaks and repair them quickly. A single hose left on uses nearly 300 gallons of water an hour!

• Use a broom to clean patios, sidewalks and driveways.

• Use a remote rain sensor shutoff device on your sprinkler system. The District offers a rebate to water customers. For eligibility information and a rebate form, visit mudomaha.com/rebates.

• The District provides water service to a population of more than 600,000 people in the metro Omaha area. The utility’s pumping capacity is more than 300 million gallons per day.

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PRAISE, WORSHIP, DEVOTION, OBITUARIES & INSPIRATION

Barbara Ann Carter

December 10, 1952~July 10, 2022 Services were held at Salem Baptist Church.

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James Henry Daniels

James Henry Daniels was born September 16, 1921 in Petersburg, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, his beloved nephews Elie Bernard Daniels, Sr. and Jr. and his wife of more than 50 years, Sara Margaret Beck Daniels. He is survived by a daughter, Alista Daniels and a son, Gary Daniels, Daniels several grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He served in the United States Army in Kearney, Neb., and after being honorably discharged worked at Cudahy Packing House in South Omaha. He later worked at the Boys Club of Omaha, Inc. and retired from there January 16, 1987. He attended St. Philip’s Episcopal Church and later became a member of St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church where he sang in the choir and ushered. James was also a member of the Masonic Lodge.

James loved working in his garden, growing tomatoes and was an excellent cook and grill master. He walked and exercised daily no matter what the weather and took excellent care of his health. After suffering a fall in the mid 2000’s, James moved to California to live with his daughter and ultimately his son and his wife in Nevada. He began to thrive again after the fall but succumbed six years later to Alzheimer’s at the age of 100 years and 10 months on July 20, 2022.

Leo Harris

Leo Spencer Harris was born October 11, 1950, to Walter and Delores Harris, Omaha Nebraska. Leo was preceded in death by his parents and Sister: Rosemary Rankins.

Leo attended Technical High School and the University of Nebraska Omaha. He served as a Harris Financial Credit Counselor, helping thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Leo was a competitive chess player. He won many tournaments and earned the Nebraska Chess Tournament Award.

Leo suffered a massive stroke 40 years ago. His efforts to recover were featured in the Omaha World Herald.

His story was the cover feature of the Nebraska Stroke Magazine.

This magzine highlighted stories of individuals who lived after suffering deadly strokes. His granddaughter, Alyssa Rahn provided caregiving assistance over the years.

He leaves to cherish his memory: Sharon Harris, wife; Daughters: Lynette Griffin,Charlotte, NC; Lanaya (Janessa Cox)Irvin,New York; Sons: Latif Harris (Heather), California; Step Son: Stephen Rahn, Omaha; Sisters: Sandra Clift, Georgia; Anna Carpenter, Florida; JoAnn Gatus, Omaha;Siblings: Timothy Rankins, Morgan Rankins, Ernest Harris, and Helen Fountain of Omaha; grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Ruby Magness

January 22, 1919~June 30, 2022(age 103) Longtime and oldest living member of Morning Star Baptist Church. Mrs. Magness also was a longtime member of the Queen Esther Chapter No. 12, Omaha Eastern Star, (Prince Hall Affiliation).

Mrs. Magness is preceded Magness in death by her parents, Clark Smith, Sr. and Altha Smith; Brothers; Clark Jr., Garland Joel, Cordell, Hathaway, Grady, Carl Lee Limmy, Leo, Natt Lee, 1/2 brother: Sonny Smith; sister: Emma; Husband; Henry Magness; son: Ronnie Jenkins.

She will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by cousins, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

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Oscar L. Pulliam Sr.

November 12, 1937~June 17, 2022 (age 84) Oscar Lee Pulliam Sr. was born November 12, 1937 to the late Ebrow Jerome Sr. and Annie Pearl Pullen in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Oscar was the second of three children born to Ebrow and Annie Pearl. His family migrated early in Pulliam his childhood to St. Louis, Missouri where Oscar flourished in school and athletics.

He graduated from Vashon High School in 1956 and was joined in Holy Matrimony to Muriel Alean Lane the following year. Oscar and Muriel have been married for 64 years and the couple have been blessed with six children.

Oscar accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior as a young man and dedicated his life to faithful service. Our Lord walked with him. Oscar’s entire life was dedicated to servanthood.

In 1958, he joined the United States Navy and served faithfully for 34 years. He retired in 1987 as Senior Chief Petty Officer, and one of his many letters of commendation states of his service:” Senior Chief Petty Officer Pulliam epitomizes the very best in a Navy Chief Petty Officer. His enthusiasm, and exceptional motivation on all assigned tasks serves as an example for all Navy personnel. His infectious enthusiasm makes him a key man in the enhancement of morale for all members of the unit, and his fair and equitable treatment of all personnel has earned him the respect of all his shipmates. His military appearance, bearing, and demonstrated pride in the Navy uniform are the benchmarks for his subordinates to follow.

He is, without exception, the very best Senior Chief Petty Officer this commanding officer has had the opportunity to serve with.” Capt. T.O. Haley.

After leaving active service he studied Art and earned Master’s hours in Education from University of Nebraska at Omaha and was a member of UNO’s 1967-68 Central Intercollegiate Conference Championship football team.

After graduating he accepted a teaching position at Father Flanagan’s Boys Town where he served as department head for Art, coached Football, Track and Field, and Cross Country. He served for 33 years and never took a sick day.

He excelled in service at Boys Town. God placed him in a position to uplift, mold and serve youth. He believed strongly in working with the youth and often painted in front of them. He shared his love of Art and remarked once to a reporter” I try to make sure that every kid learns how to do this…I want them have success.” One former student once wrote: “My Art teacher, Mr. Pulliam was a tremendous role model and mentor for me. He had overcome very difficult odds to achieve success in life, and it was something to which I could relate. I have used the resiliency and perseverance I learned there to help me endure on this journey called life-“ Bill Bryant.

Oscar Pulliam’s art has flourished over the years, and he remains to this day a foundational contributor to the Midwest cultural growth. He was a frequent exhibitor in museums and art shows throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri. He was appointed to the Public Art Commission for the City of Omaha, recognized by the State of Nebraska Department of Education as an Art Consultant, and was a member of the National Arts Teacher association. Our Lord walked with him and prospered him.

Finally, Oscar absolutely delighted in his family cherishing a lifetime of loving moments with his wife, sister, children, and his family in Christ at Keystone Bible Chapel. Oscar Lee Pulliam Sr. went home to be with the Lord on June 17, 2022. He was preceded in death by his mother and father Annie Pearl and Ebrow Pullen, brother Joe Pulliam and sons Oscar Jr and Kirk Lane. He leaves to cherish his memory: Wife of 64 years, Muriel Daughters: Beverly Sabrina Pulliam, Joi King (Willie) Jana Sledge (Ricky) Daughter in Law: Cindy Pulliam, Lirio Pulliam Sons: David Christopher Pulliam Sister: Verlie Ann Hughes (Charles) Grandchildren: Candida Walton (Parnell) Whitney Pulliam, Lauryn Stephens, William King, Jordan Marie King, Alexa Pulliam, Beverly Pulliam, Andrew Pulliam, Bithia Pulliam, Kirk Lane Pulliam Jr. Great Grandchildren: Marquette Dixon, Tariq Douglass, Parnell Walton Jr, Sariah Sledge Host of nieces and nephews and beloved friends.

Fred Stovall

April 28, 1938~July 11, 2022(age 84) Preceded in death by daughter, Tamari Faye Stovall-Smith.

Survived by wife; Mary Stovall; son: Kevin Stovall; daughter: A’Lisa Stovall; 2 grandchildren, great-grand and a host of other relatives.

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Melvin V. Tyree Sr.

October 20, 1937- July 20, 2022, age 84.

Beloved Father and Grandfather. Survived by his children, Melvin Jr. (Dorothy), Danny, and Terri Facen (Darren), 11grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren, sister, Imogene Nariane, a host of nieces, nephews, sisters & Tyree Sr. brothers-in-law.

Memorial Service: Friday, July 29, 2022 at 11 a.m. Zion Baptist Church 2215 Grant St., Omaha.

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Call: Governor Pete Ricketts 402-471-2244 Attorney General Doug Peterson 402-471-2683 Secretary of State Robert Evnen 402-471-2554

August 5 , 2022

Kids Talk About God:

Is Anger Wrong?

By Carey Kinsolving and Friends “It’s OK to get angry in certain situations,” says Nicole, age 9. “For example, when your baby sister sits on your new cowboy shirt.”

Being from Texas, I understand. A new cowboy shirt is a precious thing -- new boots are even better.

“You have to get angry when somebody hits you so you can hit him back harder,” says Daniel, 5.

Ouch!

We smile at Daniel’s honesty, but we all have this monster called revenge living inside. Most of us don’t hit with fists. We’re too sophisticated for that. Gossip and slander are often the weapons of choice.

If you have to punch something, Daniel, take a tip from Chaz, 10: “When I lose my temper, I beat up my pillow and then pray.”

Punch and pray. This sounds like a winning combination -- as long as you’re punching a pillow and not someone’s nose.

Anger can make you do crazy things such as “losing your temper when someone is trying to be boss of your football,” says Cade, 5. Of course, some who get really angry about being boss of the football sign contracts worth millions and play for the NFL. Anger can also make you “rip up a failing paper before you get home and tell your mom you didn’t get that test,” says Chelsea, 9.

As every teacher knows, dogs have ravenous appetites for school papers, especially on the day they are due.

Lying about a failing paper or making up a dog story because you didn’t do your homework could make your mom and your teacher justifiably angry.

Anger is fine, says Brittani, 5: “Because when two friends get together, it is hard to play good every minute.” Colton, 5, disagrees, “Even though this makes Jesus sad, some people just love to fight.”

Sometimes, it’s small things that anger us, says another Colton, 5: “My mom and dad get angry when they can’t decide what they want for dinner.” Sounds like a recipe for indigestion.

Landon, 11, and others provide us with digestive aids by giving us tips on when it is and isn’t wrong to be angry. “It is not wrong to get angry as long as it is righteous anger.”

Righteous anger? “Jesus got angry when people used the temple as a trading post,” says Courtney, 10. “He knocked over tables, threw everything on the floor,” says Bryant, 10. “I mean he got real mad.”

The Apostle John writes that he made a “whip of chords” and drove the moneychangers out of the temple. You usually won’t find this picture in children’s storybook Bibles. Jesus was gentle, but he was also fierce.

Don’t try to justify selfish anger by rationalizing it into righteous anger. When the disciples saw Jesus clearing the temple, they remembered Psalm 69:9: “Zeal for your house has eaten me up.”

Jesus was consumed with the reputation of his Father.

Instead of a house of prayer, merchants had turned the temple into a house of thieves. When we become angry, we’re usually consumed with our rights and reputation, not God’s.

Brent, 11, also approaches anger management in a biblical way when he quotes James 1:19-20: “Let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.” Think about this: Jesus could have been angry over the injustice he suffered, but he forgave.

Remember this truth: “Do not let the sun go down on your wrath” (Ephesians 4:26).

Ask this question: Have you ever been angry because someone blasphemed God’s name or character?

Birds of a feather flock together

By Rev. Billy Holland There is a huge difference between personal transformation and just talking and wishing. We can counsel, advise, pray, and encourage someone, but they are the only ones who can discipline their thoughts, take the initiative and chart a new direction. For example, being an optimistic person does not fall out of the air and happen on its own, but rather it’s a learned behavior similar to developing bad habits such as a negative attitude or a rude personality. We cannot prevent unpleasant things from happening to us, but we decide if they will control us, or we prevent them from controlling us. As we discover what God wants us to be, we are then faced with deciding just how much we will do. Philippians 1:6 declares, “Being confident of this very thing, that he (God) who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” The writer is saying that God considers you His most valuable possession and is filled with anticipation and excitement to see you flourish and thrive according to His plans. However, it will require selfdiscipline to overcome fear and doubt as He will not force us to obey Him the same as He does not make us love Him. In the course of our lives, we watch those who have accomplished admirable things while the unseen forces of negativity remind us how we could never do that.

You are not good enough or you do not deserve this or that are some of the most common lies that people face when dealing with low self-esteem. The truth is these individuals who are soaring in the clouds have also been hounded by the same dark voices and deceptions, yet became determined to rise above them. Anyone who has advanced in God’s wisdom and obedience has learned to be careful about who they listen to. Sadly, some have become a victim of their environment and must break free from the cycle of dysfunction. Our thoughts control our actions and eagles have no business hanging around in the chicken coop. Birds of a feather flock together and if you Holland continued on page 5

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are determined to be an eagle, it’s important to spend time with other eagles.

A sound mind is one of the greatest gifts we have been given and it’s our responsibility to guard and protect what it absorbs. The ears and eyes are windows to the soul and as the caretaker of our garden of thoughts, we must be very careful of what type of seeds are planted and allowed to grow.

We are reminded in Proverbs 23 that as a person thinks in their heart, so are they.

You see, The farmer was aware of what the eagle was supposed to be, and knew if the eagle believed he was a chicken he would always live like a chicken. A true leader can recognize another leader and it was the zookeeper who understood the eagle’s potential and did everything he could to help him see his destiny. Many of us have been blessed to have someone who discerned our abilities and helped us fly. In turn, after we realize who God has called us to be, it’s our mission to help others that need the encouragement and inspiration to look in the mirror and see themselves the way God sees them. I know people who are confused and are without a specific direction as they say they cannot find their way. We may indeed be adrift, but God knows exactly where we are and where we need to be. If we sincerely seek Him in prayer, Matthew 7:8 promises, “For everyone who asks receives, he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.”

We are called to be eagles, but our nature tends to be complacent and content to take the easy way. When Jesus was in the Garden of Gethsemane just before He was arrested, He asked His disciples if they would watch and pray with Him. After a while, He went to check on them and they were sound asleep. He is quoted in Matthew 26:41, “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” The story of the eagle and chicken is about knowing our identity and as Luke 1:37 declares, “NOTHING is impossible WITH God.” Read more about the Christian life and Dr. Holland’s book, “Convictions and Considerations – Encouragement For The Soul” at billyhollandministries.com

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LOCAL NEWS August 5, 2022 Durham Museum To Present Kountze Park “Hall Of Heroes” In 2023 $250,000 Investment

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By Juanita Johnson District 2 City Council Representative

The Durham Museum is unmasking its first exhibition of the 2023 calendar year with Hall of Heroes, on display January 28-April 16, 2023. This popular traveling exhibition celebrates and explores both the history of and science behind America’s fascination with superheroes and how they impacted our popular culture throughout the 20th century and beyond. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to explore, learn, and test their heroic abilities at engaging and challenging interactive stations.

Ever wonder how your favorite superpowered characters were created? Hall of Heroes provides an immersive experience for visitors to understand the world of heroes, crime-fighters and gadgets. Their journey takes them through several themed environments with surprises around every

corner. Visitors will explore the histories of heroes and the circumstances that created them, while discovering the ideals that make them the heroes that we know and love. Hall of Heroes includes: • Life-sized statues of the Incredible Hulk, Ironman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Black Panther and Superman (great for photo ops!)

• A full-scale interactive recreation of the iconic 1960’s Batmobile and Batcave and a showcase of the various gadgets used in the television series.

• Movie props, reproductions and rare artifacts from past and present major motion pictures and television shows.

To find out more about Hall of Heroes and exhibition hours, please visit www.

DurhamMuseum.org/hall-of-heroes.

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Kountze Park will receive $250,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund, through the City of Omaha. These funds will assist with various upgrades to the park, the pavilion, and other long overdue amenities to an underserved community. These changes will have far reaching impact and provide the community with clean and safe green space.

Once ratified, by the Omaha City Council, conversations will begin. The Omaha Parks department will begin collaborating with the surrounding neighbors and neighborhood associations for their input and ideas.

Kountze Park has waited a long time for this upgrade. We look forward to a welldeserved and successful outcome for this project.

Congratulations – North Omaha!

Audition Notice: ‘A Christmas Carol’

The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) is holding in-person, youth and adult auditions for A Christmas Carol at the Omaha Community Playhouse, located at 6915 Cass St. Omaha, NE 68132 and Pear Tree Performing Arts at 4801 NW Radial Hwy Omaha, NE 68104. To schedule an audition, please visit the website here. Through upholding high ethical standards, demonstrating respect for all and consciously working to provide diverse representation, OCP is committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment in which all community members feel a sense of belonging, and does not discriminate in casting practices on the basis of an individual’s ethnicity, age, gender, physical and cognitive ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, country of origin or other factors. Omaha Community Playhouse is committed to diverse and inclusive casting.

Production: A Christmas Carol Credits: Written by Charles Dickens | Adapted by Charles Jones | Musical Orchestration by John J. Bennett Directing Team: Stephen Santa, Susan Baer Collins, Jim McKain, Brady Patsy Choreographer: Michelle Garrity Music Director: Jim Boggess Show Dates: Nov. 18 – Dec. 23, 2022 Omaha Community Playhouse, Hawks Mainstage Theatre Rehearsals: Begin October 3, 2022 Show Synopsis: It just isn’t Christmas without ‘A Christmas Carol!’ Experience Omaha’s favorite holiday tradition as Ebenezer Scrooge takes us on a life-

changing journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas. The must-see holiday event for the entire family, filled with stunning Victorian costumes, festive music and crisp, wintry sets.

Youth Auditions: Saturday, August 13, 11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. (taking place at the Omaha Community Playhouse) Adult Auditions: Those who wish to audition may choose one of the following two audition dates: Sunday, August 14, 6:00-9:00 p.m. (taking place at the Omaha Community Playhouse) Monday, August 15, 6:00-9:00 p.m. (taking place at Pear Tree Performing Arts) Youth Callbacks: Wednesday, August 17, 4:00 p.m. Adult Callbacks: Thursday, August 18, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Callbacks location: Omaha Community Playhouse 6915 Cass Street Omaha, NE 68132 Notes: Auditions are by appointment only. Please complete the audition form to schedule a time. When arriving to audition at the Playhouse, please enter through the Stage Door entrance on the West side of the building. Those auditioning should be prepared to spend 60-90 minutes at the audition. Please Bring: Please bring and prepare to sing 16-bars of a song from a musical. Dress comfortably for the dance portion of the audition. Roles: Click here for character breakdown. Compensation: Onstage performers 19 and older for this show will be compensated $975.00 in total.

Contact: For more information, please visit omahaplayhouse.com.

What is the City of Omaha doing to protect you from lead in soil?

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The City of Omaha tests soil in yards within the OLS to see if they have unsafe levels of lead.

The City of Omaha removes the contaminated soil and disposes of it safely according to EPA standards.

The City of Omaha replaces the yard with clean soil and sod.

If eligible, homeowners may also qualify for an interior dust and exterior paint assessment.

ALL TESTING AND CLEAN-UP ACTIVITIES ARE ZERO COST TO HOMEOWNERS! Where are we now, and what can you do?

If you know a residential yard that has not been tested for lead, please encourage residents to call the City of Omaha Lead Information Office at 402.731.3045 so their yard can be tested.

If your own yard has unsafe levels of lead, the City of Omaha will also test the exterior paint of your home to see if you qualify for paint stabilization too.

To see if a property has had their soil tested for lead, visit OMAHALEAD.ORG

More resources for lead in Omaha 402.731.3045 The City of Omaha Lead Information Office For yard testing and clean-up information.

402.444.7825 Douglas County Health Department For questions about lead poisoning, and childhood lead screening, elevated blood lead case management, and home inspections.

GotLead.org For general information on lead in Omaha.

COMMENTARY

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Black students feel isolated by COVID-19 and UNL experiences, retention drops

By Bousaina Ibrahim

Walk into the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center two years ago and you would be greeted by a room full of Black students. Some students would be mingling between their next class, a few would be relaxing in one of the building’s massage chairs, and others would be found studying together in the OASIS Lounge.

But in 2022, the Jackie Gaughan is only an empty memory of the liveliness it once held.

After the COVID-19 pandemic hit and intense racial tension loomed over college students, the University of NebraskaLincoln witnessed a significant drop in the number of its Black students. According to UNL’s diversity statistics, the retention rate for Black students is 17.3% and the graduation rate is at 22.1% as of 2021.

The pandemic and its impact on UNL students’ academic success has been widely overlooked; this disparity is intensified when looking at students of color and their support systems.

When the pandemic first hit the United States, universities across the nation shut down for the health and safety of their students and staff. Classes were transferred to online courses, all upcoming events were administratively canceled, and students experienced these changes drastically.

For Lexi Jones, COVID-19 was her main reason for deciding to transfer to the

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University of Nebraska-Omaha after two years at UNL. “UNL gave me this feeling that I was small. On campus, I saw very few other Black students and this feeling of isolation only got more intense when the pandemic hit,” Jones said.

Similar to other college students, Jones felt like the pandemic took away her college experience. It was the second semester of her freshman year when the university shut down and all students were sent home for the remainder of the semester. For Jones, home was the city of Omaha. Her unexpected return helped her realize how much UNL and her lack of a strong support system were taking a toll on her.

“I want to say that I’m grateful for the people I met and connected with. But I didn’t feel like anyone was checking for us; the only time I saw students being helped was when it was on behalf of other student organizations,” Jones said.

Black student organizations, such as Afrikan People’s Union and African Student Association, saw a decrease in their membership since 2019 as well.

2020’s APU president, Da’Von George, remembers the efforts his organization made to create spaces for students to connect.

“Once COVID hit, there were a lot of restrictions on event planning and things you could do on campus. APU tried to host virtual alternatives and socially

distanced events, but our attendance significantly dropped. And so, everybody got disconnected from campus life and other students and demographics. COVID definitely divided and desocialized everyone,” George said.

Now a junior majoring in graphic design at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, George recalls his first two years at UNL as a Black man.

“To be completely honest, UNL made me feel really uncomfortable. Being a small percentage of a minority on campus makes it hard to have a sense of belonging.

In almost every space on campus, you’re surrounded by people who don’t look like you,” George said.

However, George remains hopeful that change will happen for underrepresented students. He sees diversity in faculty and staff as an important step toward improving retention and said Black students deserve to look up to leaders who look like them.

According to Dr. Marco Barker, vice chancellor of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, people of color make up 22.8% of faculty and staff at UNL. “Once there is support and mentoring offered on campus that is actually meant for Black students, as well as an increase in Black faculty and staff, the retention will definitely rise. Students will want their friends and family to attend UNL if the campus leadership understands Black students”, George said.

Think About It: A Commentary

For those who call themselves Christian or a believer of any other religion that believes in the God spoken of in Genesis of the Bible, why would THIS God give so much power to women regarding the birth of a child, if He intended others to exercise control over the woman’s choice to either abort or allow a birth to be completed.

It’s not a matter of sanctity of life; rather, a belief in the God of creation, the God of the universe who created everything with a purpose and controls all facets of human endeavor. Society is not responsible for abortion, only the individual woman who finds herself pregnant and wishes to terminate that pregnancy is responsible for the abortion.

Some believe abortion is murder, but they do not wish to prosecute the woman; rather, go after medical providers or others who assist in the abortion. Jeremiah 1:5 is often used to justify their objection to a woman choosing to terminate a pregnancy. “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.”

What about Job 3:10-11, when he cried out to God: 10 Because it shut not up the doors of my mother’s womb, nor hid sorrow from mine eyes. 11 Why died I not from

the womb? why did I not give up the ghost when I came out of the belly? And King David, a man after God’s own heart: 2 Samuel 12: 9, 12-18: 9 Wherefore hast thou despised the commandment of the LORD, to do evil in his sight? thou hast killed Uriah the Hittite with the sword, and hast taken his wife to be thy wife, and hast slain him with the sword of the children of Ammon. 13 And David said unto Nathan, I have sinned against the LORD. And Nathan said unto David, The LORD also hath put away thy sin; thou shalt not die. 14 Howbeit, because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the LORD to blaspheme, the child also that is born unto thee shall surely die. 15 And Nathan departed unto his house.

And the LORD struck the child that Uriah’s wife bare unto David, and it was very sick. 16 David therefore besought God for the child; and David fasted, and went in, and lay all night upon the earth. 17 And the elders of his house arose, and went to him, to raise him up from the earth: but he would not, neither did he eat bread with them. 18 And it came to pass on the seventh day, that the child died. And the servants of David feared to tell him that the child was dead: ,” Church members: Which is the greater sin? Pregnancy only happen to women of a certain age. It’s biological, and can affect the woman’s health. I find it ironic that many who call themselves Christian stand so strongly against

Ms. Charlie Foster, assistant vice chancellor for Inclusive Student Excellence, emphasizes students’ sense of belonging as the leading issue in the retention of Black students. Foster explains that when Black students don’t feel like they belong, they will eventually leave the university in search of a space that does.

“The enrollment, retention, and graduation rates for Black students have remained mostly flat. These low numbers mean we are not making positive change fast enough or substantially enough,” Foster said.

Foster sees students’ lack of exposure to support systems as a significant problem as well. Foster said bridging the gap between these services and the students who need them is serious work. She lists multiple programs that have a goal to make sure students perform well academically and feel supported: The Writing Center, TRIO program, OASIS Student Success Program, Nebraska College Preparatory Academy, and the Jackie Gaughan Center.

Foster said the key is maintaining a diverse staff that can tell students where they can get the help they need, and she says communicating this early is important.

“The first step actually happens really early. Little kids need to feel that UNL is their place; they need to feel they can be themselves and flourish here,” Foster said. “We have to show them that they can belong and that UNL is the place for them”.

abortion when they make no effort to speak out against some of the root causes that would necessitate a woman to seek an abortion.

For example, adultery is a sin according to the Bible, even if you just think about. Former President Jimmy Carter admitted he had committed adultery “in his heart” because he had lusted after a woman who was not his wife.

In actual physical adultery cases, many seek abortion to avoid embarrassment or to save a marriage. Another example is sexual impropriety which is rampant in society today.

According to the Bible any sex outside of marriage is wrong, it is a sin. Should there be a law banning adultery or sex outside of marriage? At one time in this country the government sought to ban alcohol, but soon realized that America’s appetite for alcoholic beverages were too strong for a law prohibiting the use thereof. Likewise, pregnancy is the vehicle in which the human species propagate. Some pregnancies are intended, some are not. Trying to ban abortion is like saying we are banning pregnancy. Sexual intercourse is the process that produces pregnancies.

People are not going to stop having sex and if a pregnancy ensues unintentionally, a decision must be made.

The child by God’s direction is formed in the woman’s womb, not the man, Why? Now, the question is who gets Think continued on page 10

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By Richard L. Brown, Ph.D., FACHE REACH* Racial and ethical approaches to community health (REACH) is a periodic column focused on reducing health disparities in the African American community.

It includes topics submitted by Creighton University Health Sciences Multicultural and Community Affairs (HS-MACA) department.

The health benefits of playing golf are far greater than most people believe, and have a much greater and broader impact on our wellbeing than we may have realized.

Participating in a scramble golf tournament can produce even greater value, to include support of black business, community, and our heroes who have paved the way for all of us. Therefore, I encourage all of North Omaha and friends of North Omaha to attend and support the FIRST golf tournament of the Mildred D. Brown Memorial Study Center. (MDBMSC) The Center is a part of the Famous Omaha Star newspaper, located in North Omaha.

Three Reasons to Support This Golf Tournament?

First, the Omaha Star newspaper is Nebraska’s only Black owned newspaper. The Star has proudly served our community for more than 80 years, providing positive news about our people and important events. Now it needs your support to continue its mission.

Second, the tournament will be played at Miller Park at the Seve Hogan, 9- hole golf course. Steve Hogan was the first African American to obtain a Professional Golf Association (PGA) card in Nebraska. Tee time is Friday, August 26, at 10:00 am. The results of a BBQ contest will provide the lunch for attendees.

Third, and most important are the health benefits of participating, which includes the following: Heart health – it takes a minimum of two hours of

walking to play 9 holes of golf. Any form of physical exercise helps get the blood pumping to your heart.

Walking, carrying your bag and swinging clubs, all increase your heart rate and blood flow. Your risk of a stroke and diabetes are reduced, and there can be positive effects on reducing blood pressure and harmful cholesterol, especially if combined with a healthy diet and lifestyle.

Brain stimulation – regular daily walking strengthens the brain’s memory circuits. Clive Ballard, director of research at the Alzheimer’s Society says: ‘Whether it is going for a jog or walking the golf course, keeping physically active is a great way to keep your heart and your brain healthy. By keeping active you make sure your brain has a good, strong blood supply, which is essential to help it function better now and in future.”

Weight loss – science says the golden number of steps per day needed for weight loss is 10,000. An 18-hole round easily exceeds this recommended number, especially when you walk and do not use a golf cart.

The Norwegian Golf Federation (NGF) found that recent research projects, revealed that a male golfer burns around 2,500 calories during an 18-hole round, and female players burn approximately 1,500 calories.

Reduces stress – the pleasure of walking in fresh air, socializing, with an added mental challenge means golf releases endorphins, the natural mood-enhancing chemicals in your brain, which make you happy and relaxed.

Improved sleep – exercise and fresh air are a powerful combination for improved sleep. Walking the course will give you a good workout. Regular exercise helps you sleep faster and remain in a deep sleep for longer. Sleep helps your muscles rest and repair.

Live longer – a Swedish study by the Karolinska Institute led by Professor Anders Ahlbom, found that golfers have a 40% lower death rate, which corresponds to a 5-year increase in life expectancy.

Golf groups in Omaha, such as the “Hackers,” “Corn Huskers,” and league players, already understand the benefits of golf as well as those that are untold. I invite you all to join us at the Steve Hogan Golf Course on August 26, 2022, and help spread the fun.

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Are you stylish or just Fashionable?

Fashion is a very broad term that speaks to many things. Primarily when the word fashion is used concerning dress it most commonly speaks to that which is in season or popular at a particular time and space. Fashion is in these terms is closely related to fad or faddish.

There are things that are fashionable or in style at a particular time and place that are not so outside of that time and space. We all remember something that was all the rage at a certain time that now in 2022 is no longer the move lol. So some of those wares we can now consider to have been a fad, or merely fashion and now just “out of style”.

Style on the other hand is quite different! Style is commonly considered what one does WITH fashion.

Or how uniquely a person puts varying parts together

into something that is aesthetically pleasing and or complimentary. Style is considered to be much more difficult and involved then fashion. It’s much easier to be complimented for having or wearing the latest popular piece, rather than to take nondescript articles and making them “fashionably” appreciable!

It’s curious when people are so proud showboating around when they’re rockin’ the latest whatever as if they’re the “stuff”, when the true props go to the artisan that imagined, designed, and managed to bring the article to mass market.

The glory belongs to them, the one who made it … not the one who just simply paid for something the artisan made. Yeah you may have that TOO (like thousands of over folk) but to the talented and gifted one who made that fire swag … CHEERS!

August 5, 2022

Omaha Community Playhouse Presents 2021/22 Season Awards Night

The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) held its annual Awards Night celebration on Monday, August 1, to honor cast and crew members in the 2021/22 season. This year the Outstanding Youth Performance Awards has been renamed to the Jim Eisenhardt Outstanding Youth Award, to honor Jim’s passion, work, and devotion to inspiring the youth of Omaha through theatre and the arts.

Jim is a former theatre teacher at Omaha South High School and serves on the OCP board of trustees. He’s created one-of-a-kind programs in the community, aimed at encouraging students to become involved in the arts.

Award recipients for the 2021/22 season were announced throughout the show, and included the following: • FONDA MCGUIRE AWARD for the most outstanding performances of the season • TammyRa’ Jackson, The Color Purple • Roderick Cotton, Kinky Boots • MARY PECKHAM AWARD for a memorable performance in a feature role • Angela Jenson Frey, Bright Star (musical) • Billy Ferguson, Kinky Boots (musical) • Josh Peyton, Dear Jack, Dear Louise (play) • Sarah Schrader, Dear Jack, Dear Louise (play) • BARBARA FORD AWARD for outstanding performance in a supporting role • Brandi Mercedes Smith, The Color Purple (musical) • Dara Hogan, The Color Purple (musical) • Jon Hickerson, Kinky Boots (musical) • Judy Radcliff, Outside Mullingar (play) • Don Keelan-White, Outside Mullingar (play) • ELAINE JABENIS CAMEO AWARD for a memorable performance in a small role • Eric Jordan Sr., The Color Purple (musical) • Sarah Ebke, Kinky Boots (musical) • Sue Mouttet, The Giver (play) • Brennan Thomas, Murder on the Orient Express (play) J • IM EISENHARDT OUTSTANDING YOUTH AWARD for the most outstanding performance by a youth in the season • Stella Clark-Kaczmarek, The Giver • Jane Rohling, The Giver • OUTSTANDING DEBUT YOUTH AWARD for outstanding performance in a first appearance on an OCP Stage • Liam Richardson, The Giver • Courtney “CJ” Jackson Jr., Kinky Boots • BILL BAILEY DEBUT AWARD for outstanding performance in a first appearance on an OCP Stage • Doriette L. Jordan, The Color Purple (musical) • Ashari Johnson, The Color Purple (musical) • Seth Maisel, Murder on the Orient Express (play) • Kara Davidson, Stick Fly (play) • CHARLES JONES AWARD to recognize excellence in performance at the discretion of the artistic director • Camille Metoyer Moten, Christmas in My Heart • EDWARD F. OWEN AWARD for corporations, foundations and individuals whose partnership and contribution have nurtured and sustained ongoing development of the Playhouse • David and Anne Rismiller Backstage Valuable Service and Staff Awards were also presented.

Duchesne Academy seeks motivated and positive leaders for the following positions: • Chief Financial Officer • Food Program Manager • Director of Diversity Equity and Inclusion • Varsity Volleyball Coach Qualified candidates may send their resume and a cover letter to hr@duchesneacademy.org

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KING SOLOMON MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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Rev. Jacqueline Ford, Pastor 2842 Monroe Street Omaha, NE 68107 Off: (402) 734-3399 Email: admin@allenchapelomaha.org Sunday School...........................9:00 a.m.

Sunday Praise & Worship.....10:00 a.m.

Thursday Bible Study..............8:00 p.m. via teleconference, dial-in number 563-999-2090 and access code 576989

Rev. Jacqueline Ford

“Where Life is for Everyone” SUNDAYS 10:00 AM

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ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH 2423 Grant St. Omaha, NE 68111 Ph: 402-348-0631 • Fax 402-342-4451 Sunday Mass: 9:00 a.m.

Reconciliation: Sunday after Mass or by appointment

3202 Evans Street Omaha, NE 68111 Ph: 402-455-0358 Fax: 402-455-0801 kingsolomonbaptist@yahoo.com kingsolomonomaha.org

Pastor Albert Jonathan Wagstaff

Sunday School......8:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning......10:00 a.m.

Bible Study, Tuesdays......6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Prayer Service, Wednesdays......12 noon Journey to Tomorrow, Our Next Step Judges 18:4-6

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ABLAZE HOUSE OF PRAYER

11501 Fairview Road, Springfield, NE 68059 Ph: 402-451-6622 • Fax 402-457-6901 Contact Ablaze: email: ablazeworshipministry@gmail.com Pastor: Rev. Michael Voithofer

awcchurch.org 402-341-1866 5417 N. 103rd St. Omaha, NE

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Dave Korth

Drs. Martin & Lynnell Williams Founders & Lead Pastors

2207 Wirt Street Omaha, NE 68110 Phone: 402-451-5755

MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH BETHEL MISSIONARAY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Dr. Lorenzo S.L. Fincher Senior Pastor 5318 South 30th Street Omaha, NE 68107 Phone: (402) 731-1840 “Large enough to serve you, Small enough to know you”

Rev. Dr. Lorenzo S.L. Fincher Senior Pastor

Sunday School .............................................. 9:30 a.m.

Worship Services .............................................. 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Services ..........................................6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study.....................7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Biblically Based, Family Oriented, Dynamic Fellowship

Church of the Living God “A great place to call home.”

Pastor Overseer Dr. Claude White 2029 Binney Street Omaha, Nebraska 68110 402-451-4742

Worship Service .............10:00 a.m.

Sunday School .................8:45 a.m.

Excluding First Sunday Tuesday Evening Service.........7:00 p.m.

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Weekly Services

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THE CULTURE/COMMENTARY North Omaha Begins a New Chapter

August 5, 2022

By Preston Love Jr. July 4, of this year, I turn 80 years old. I have lived, witnessed, experienced, and even studied, the evolution of my beloved North Omaha, for my entire years. I have studied the fact that we have had two lynching’s in Omaha, we’ve experienced the devastating effects, of racism, discriminatory practices, redlining, segregated schools, lack of access to public and private accommodations, because of race, the killing of 14-yearold Vivian Strong, by police in 1969. Yet despite that., I’ve witnessed the glory of North Omaha, and its wonderful history, heritage and culture. We have produced, some of the greatest people in America, in every aspect of life: athletics, (God Bless our beloved, the late Marlin Briscoe), professions, the arts, music, and in business, all, of which are too numerous to mention, but worthy to be noted in the aggregate. In the past, North Omaha was vibrant in every way: in church, in commerce and community. While we were a poverty-stricken community, we were rich in our culture and in our social fiber and family. When discriminated against, in most areas within our community, we produced our own alternatives. Two examples: when white mortuaries refused to bury Blacks, we created generationally successful mortuaries of our own, and when the daily newspaper produced only bad and bias news, about African Americans in North Omaha, we created our own, evidenced by the long-standing, Black Newspaper, known as the Omaha Star. The focus of this article is the historical economic devastation, that this community experienced for generations, and surely in my lifetime. My generation, in large percentages, left Nebraska as soon as we were mature enough or we had completed our high school or college educations. We left Nebraska to seek opportunities that were not available to us in our hometown. I could be counted in that number.

But when we left, we drained our beloved North Omaha of our valuable brain power. our financial potential, our talents and skills, from our community: the community was destroyed repeatedly, in reaction to the many reactions we experienced from the killings of Vivian Strong, to the tumultuous times in the ‘60s, and more. These destructive events devastated our community, and its vibrancy; the north freeway cut a slice through north Omaha and cause unrepairable damage to our culture and economics. The resulting accumulation of these facts left North Omaha economically devastated. Evidence of that devastation that can still be seen in North Omaha. I provide a service, called the North Omaha Legacy Tours, where I tour our key corridors and teach about our culture and history, and part of that education involves the residual, and currently present remains. from years of economic devastation. That story is made more horrible, by the fact that, in spite of all of the wonderful people and history and culture, there has been 40-50 years of economic neglect and disinvestment.

I submit to you that today North Omaha is turning the pages of history and beginning a new chapter. That chapter promises the long-awaited, thoughtful, and substantial, albeit not yet comprehensive, development of North Omaha.

I submit the evidence of this new chapter, 10 wonderful, small to large, economic development projects, that are at different stages, but begin the new chapter of development in North Omaha: • The total renovation of the North-West corner sector, of 24th and Lake, where the organization Fabric Spark, has

totally renovated and upgraded the buildings on the NorthWest corner sector, from Lake Street to Ohio Street and a new music and arts venue called North Omaha Music and Arts (NOMA) • The Union for Contemporary Arts, which provides wonderful programming related to the arts and more, on the South-East corner of 24th and Lake.

• On the South-West corner of 24th and Lake, is the new and exciting Revive Center, which includes a place for meetings, Lunch and events.

• On the North-East corner of 24th and Lake, is the exciting and dramatic plan for an $40 million dollar multiuse complex, built by African-American businesswoman Carmen Tapio’s Forever North Development.

• The planned, new, Black Box Theater Complex, to be named after Shirley Tyree, being built by the Union for Contemporary Arts, and will provide a new live Theater, on North 24th Street.

• The newly established financial institution, in the historic Carver Savings and Loans building space, that will provide, a new community-owned financial institution, half a block off 24th Street. from a partnership of the Willie and Yolanda Barney, Martin and Lynnell Williams and American National Bank • The Small Business Complex, developed by the Omaha Economic Development Corporation, that includes small spaces for businesses, a restaurant, and more, in the newly developed Fair Deal Village, at 24th and Burdette.

• The unannounced developer, but potential, new and wonderful development. in the Omaha OIC building, which has sat empty for nearly 20 years, and is now promised to provide a new and exciting venue.

• Three significant renovations that include both the completed renovation of the old Carnation Ballroom at 24th and Miami, and to be completed, the renovation of the historical Spencer Street Barber Shop, at 24th and Spencer, and the new and exciting Culxr House, at 24th off Wirt • Notwithstanding, great, new developments, that are off the 24th Street corridor, but worth mentioning, are the potential of the expansion, and visionary implementation, at Malcolm X Foundation, at 34th and Evans, the exciting, and responsible, boxing gym, developed by Bud Crawford, at Sprague and John Creighton Boulevard, and the potential new development of the Ernie Chambers Museum on 20th

and Ames Streets and The North Omaha Trail which is currently under construction.

We celebrate all of these segments of a wonderful subchapters led by the Carmen Tapio’s Development.

Together they represent wonderful new components, that make up what is becoming North Omaha’s new and exciting chapter of development. There are still many needs still unaddressed. Hopefully our progress will be joined by recognition, and respect, of the greater community to provide comprehensive, but thoughtful, major investment, as partners and collaborators in this new chapter.

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to decide. Abortion cannot be banned because, as the woman has control, she can self-abort at any time. The law, at least here in the United States, does not seek to prosecute a woman for terminating a pregnancy. It just baffles me how so-called Christian claim they believe in the God of the Bible, yet, consider Him sleep on the job when it comes to abortion.

Has it donned on these people that God knew men and women would run amok when it came to sexual behavior which invariably can lead to pregnancy. yet, inspite of this, He still gave women of the species the power of life or death as it relates to a completed birth.

There is a “talking point” that “We”, meaning society as a whole has killed 64 millions babies. First of all, I’m not accepting blame for someone else’s decision What I fail to understand is, if abortion is so egregious, why does God allow this process to continue. Some species lay eggs to produce offsprings.

In that case others can exercise control if desired.

There are many religions observed in the world today that believe in the God of the Bible, Koran, etc. Although religions may vary somewhat in their beliefs, there is one constant, they all agree that each individual will have to answer to their God for their behavior here on earth, whether it be good or bad.

There are perhaps many theories as to why women of the human species were given this task, And, society cannot control what God of the universe has uniquely ordained as a woman’s choice, whether good or bad.

Think about it.

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When a Woman’s Retirement Account Becomes the Family Emergency Fund

By Michael L. Green I’ve written before about women’s challenge with financial security in retirement. They are the most likely to be the care givers in the family, and have their careers interrupted by such responsibilities; especially if they have elderly parents and or children. Women are more likely to use their retirement funds for emergencies, short term loans, and to finance other unplanned events.

Add to this the fact that they are also likely to earn less than their male counter parts for the same profession or job-related responsibilities, and it becomes clearer why women have a steeper hill to climb to financial security

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in retirement. A woman’s longer life expectancy puts an additional strain on her need to make her retirement income last. And dare I say each of these factors are magnified for women of color.

What follows is excerpts from an article from the New York Times by Tammy La Gorce, the title of which is above, illustrates these issues.

Vickie Elisa was already playing catch-up with her retirement fund when she withdrew $17,000 to fix a plumbing disaster in her Atlanta area home.

The bleeding from the Roth IRA had started four earlier, when Ms. Elisa, who is now 64, tapped it to help a relative pay some legal bills. By the end of 2018, after she paid penalties for early withdrawals, her account had dwindled to $2,500. Replenishing it has been a uphill battle. “I told myself, once I built a pretty good cash flow, I would start building it back up again, Ms. Elisa said. She is now retired from her position as director of marketing and business development for Dekalb County.

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Yet she was steered off track by an illness in 2019, then a bout with Covid-19 last year that resulted in lingering health issues. Now inflation is chipping away at her hopes of seeing her Roth return to its one-time peak of $25,000 while she holds a part-time job Sher could have said no to the relative. She has a 22-year-old daughter to support. But she, like many women may, felt she had to help Teresa Ghilarducci director for Economic Policy Social Research said she has seen this happen all too often women don’t hesitate to tap into their own savings. While they’re working, they also carry the load of nurturing and care giving at home. And that can be their undoing in retirement too.

The reason for this problem is entrenched social roles that push women to define themselves as nurturers and care givers first…,” said Ms. Ghilarducci.

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Laughter and joy rang out on Mandela grounds as scholars enjoyed the end of summer with final field trips, water balloon fights, special treats, and a skateboard giveaway! Scholars wrapped up the 2021-2022 school year on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Nelson Mandela Elementary would like to thank the following partners in learning for their weekly programming: African Culture Connection, Banister Leadership Academy, The Big Garden, Football for the World, The Rose Theater, Rabble Mill, and Unity Basketball.

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If the term slush fund implies mad money, researchers know that women aren’t using their money frivolously.

Ms. Elisa, for example, is the divorced mother of an adult daughter whose tuition she helps pay. And the legal bills she helped a love one pay was money she knew she couldn’t afford even though she had $55,000 in her 401(k).

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