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Family of the Week: SYMONE Street Naming The streets were tight. Cars lined each side of Sprague from 21st to 23rd streets. The crowd swole quickly as 3:00 pm grew closer. News media in the middle of the street. Heartline News Media blocks the street to allow a safe space for the audience to stand. The crowd is filled with people who have helped along the way and those who are inspired. All of this to honor one woman, Symone D. Sanders (now Mrs. Symone Townsend.) M, A, Yah, Executive Director of Heartland News, assessed the impact and importance of Sanders to North Omaha. From there he decided that renaming the street she grew up on was just a start to honoring the Omaha native. The most important thing to remember about this event is that it takes a community to raise a community. The dynamic that Symone came to be was not her doing alone. During her time as a Girls Inc girl, Sanders discovered her love for media literacy under a program taught by the program facilitator Ms. Emily Mwaja. Mwaja was also in attendance at this event. There were many speakers who celebrated Symone and shared their experiences with her. Councilwoman of District 2 Juanita Johnson shared the passion that was in a young Symone Sanders as she was on her way to Washington D.C. to find out where she belonged. Douglas County Commissioner of District 3 Chris Rodgers shares a glimpse of the Symone he got to know. “When somebody the age of 16 declares their political future in front of thousands of people, you put a pin on that!” One of the speakers was Preston Love Jr. “I considered it to be an honor to be a part of this moment. If you look around, forget about the street naming for

In a state where football is an energy source, it was truly a remarkable sight to attend a statue reveal for someone who began his adult life as a football player but turned into an outstanding entrepreneur that inspires a community. A school with a tradition of excellence. Gale Sayers was an example of what Central wants for every student. To see past today, and prepare for what comes tomorrow. Not only did he know the limited career for a football athlete, he set forth plans to take care of himself and his family. It was important to the family and those whose work put this honoring event

a moment, and just look around and see how many people love you.” The crowd stopped to take a moment to assess the size. It was clear the support was there. Referencing his time as Jesse Jackson’s campaign manager, Love Jr. mentions his hopes for Sanders. “I said to you [that] you would be the next Donna Brazile. You went on to become Donna Brazile and more.” Symone D. Townsend (nee Sanders) was the final speaker of the event. “I want to thank y'all L:R Ashirah Dancy, niece; Averi Sanders, sister; Symone; Daniel Sanders so much for coming!... I II, brother; London Sanders, nephew; Terri Sanders, mother; Shawn remember my sister and my Townsend, husband brothers would ride our bikes up and down this street. always propping me up, always calling me out and We could walk down to King Science Center.” There is calling me in.” already a distinct honor in having something named after We as citizens should take the time to truly think about you because it means your work was recognized. “It's an how we can help each other and improve the community. extra special honor to have the street I grew up on… All This event proves to us that merely following our own of my formative years were here in Omaha.” dreams, we can make positive impacts around each “Everything I learned about organizing, everything I other. learned about politics, everything I learned about how Symone’s mere desire to work in Washington D.C. has to move in this world, I got from this community. Every allowed us to follow her and her journey to achieving single piece. North Omaha is not just a part of who I am, what she truly wants. It was because of the North Omaha it is the key to my entire being,” Mrs. Townsend shares. community that we can come together and celebrate “I am just eternally grateful to this community for each other's successes.

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together that the audience at this event learned more about Gale Sayers than football. A key speaker and the man who taught Gale everything he knows, his older brother Roger Sayers. “After Gale finished his all too short professional football career, he returned to the University of Kansas and completed his bachelor degree in physical education.” During this time he was also working as the Assistant Athletic Director while also taking over one of the major fundraising programs at KU while earning his masters degree in educational administration. In 1976, Sayers left KU to be athletic director at Southern Illinois University. In 1982, he opened a sports marketing and public

Emma Lathan Surprise Celebration Emma Lathan celebrated her 91st birthday with a host of family and friends at the home of James and Emma Lathan (family members). The tented backyard bar-b-que celebration was filled with laughter, fun, and hugs and kisses for the celebrant. Mrs. Lathan was escorted to the surprise by her son Kenny Lathan. She has had a rich life and ain’t no stopping her now!

“Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.” —Dr. Mae Jemison, first African-American female astronaut

relations firm Sayer and Sayers in Chicago Illinois with his wife. To add onto his success, in 1984 he launched a computer supply business and became a world class provider of technology products. With such excellence, he was inducted into two Chicago area Business Hall of Fame. To honor his dedication to education and technology, the University of Kansas named their micro computer center after the Kansas native. It is the very fact of the persistence to continue past a single obstacle that seems too big. The innovation that is taught. It is the desire to make sure every student has a stamp of approval before they walk down those stairs and out of that door as a student for the last time. “The school [Central High] has been churning out greatness for 163 years. An all time great NFL and entrepreneur who advocated for and

cared about his community. Who would come back to central twice a year to speak to classes and clubs,” The Register’s sports editor Charlie Yale shared. “Thank you for being here on this wonderful occasion to immortalize someone who embodies exactly what it means to be an Eagle.” The final speaker of the night was the sculptor of the statue, Littleton Alston. Alston creates sculptures in bronze with subjects including a diversity of lifesize and portrait bust, and figurative with symbolic themes. Before unveiling the bronze sculptor, Alston revealed the marquette (small version of the statue) to Roger Sayers. Alston watched Gale playing as a child and it was one of the reasons that he competed to get the opportunity to create the sculptor. “We were so thrilled to be accepted by the community. To have the opportunity to bring my talents to recognizing one of America’s great people.” Sayers continued on page 3

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LOCAL NEWS Christina Daniel By Bousaina Ibrahim When you enter Christina Monsi Daniel’s home, you are greeted by the rich smell of amber, gold interior accents, and elements of her hairdressing business, which she calls her life’s passion. Daniel is a multifaceted woman living in Lincoln; she is a mother of four children, an entrepreneur, a hair stylist, and she said her list of talents are growing everyday. There is something inspiring about her bright excitement to expand herself and her craft, and she describes her work as important to her self-reclamation. Her story begins in Monrovia, Liberia, a West African country where she was born and lived for four years before immigrating to the United States. She and her mother began their American experience in Portland, Oregon. She was the eldest of her mother’s four children, and she recalls the expectations of her. “A lot of pressure and responsibility was on me as the oldest child. In hindsight, I feel like it has molded me because I have become a responsible adult and I am channeling those same things within my children. At the same time, I feel like I was robbed of being a child -- that innocence, that being free and not having to worry so much about things,” Daniel said. Daniel saw her identity grow when she began school, which was predominantly white. She remembers the culture shock she experienced trying to fit in with children different from her. Daniel’s mother was a beautician and hair stylist, and Daniel arrived at school each day with different styles. There were questions like “Can I touch that?” and other invasions young Daniel dealt with daily. At 15, she moved to New York City to live with her father, whom she didn’t meet until four years earlier. As a taxi driver, he worked endlessly so Daniel said she and her siblings had barely seen him. Daniel describes herself as a fearless child with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. She started hustling doing hair as a high school freshman. She would walk to her clients’ homes, braid hair for hours, and return home with small sums of money to save. “That’s where the entrepreneur in me was born. And from that day forward, I really formed a love for hair. Years later, I enrolled myself secretly into beauty school,” Daniel said. Daniel went on to build her own salon in Lincoln,

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Nebraska after moving with her growing family. It was one of the few Black-owned in the town, and she offered cosmetic and hair care for different hair types. The salon had a strong African feel, with Kente prints and bright colors. Daniel said her African pride shows in everything she creates. “I am a proud West African woman. Africa is so rich, we are everything and more. We are the chosen ones. Africa has so much: the food, the music, the hairstyles, the print, the fabric. Even though I came here at four, I’ve never separated myself from that little African girl walking off the plane,” Daniel said. Daniel’s children -- three daughters ages 11, 9, and 3 and a 2-year-old son -- have learned that pride from their mother. She teaches her kids to grow their self-love and respect. She said she wishes that they ultimately form a strong sense of self and a strong sense of how God sees them. “My most important title is being a mother because God has entrusted me with four souls. This is a huge job because who I am and how I teach them are going to mold them years down the line. That’s the biggest investment I am making right now. I so much want to be more than a mother, but in just being a mother I am everything,” Daniel said. Daniel said she has big plans for herself and the legacy she hopes to create. But right now, she is focusing on growing herself, her children, and her craft. She said everything else will fall in line. “My life’s purpose is to continuously share my testimony,” she said. “To continue to be a work of art. And whatever I can do to be of influence and motivation to other women-- even men. I’m ready to receive and give. Give a lot actually.” You can support Daniel and her business at her website, www.monsidaniel.com.

Audition Notice: Fences The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) is holding in-person auditions for Fences 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 on Sunday, September 11 and Monday, September 12. 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: Fences Credits: Written by August Wilson Director: Brady Patsy Show Dates: Jan. 20 – Feb. 12, 2023 Omaha Community Playhouse, Hawks Mainstage Theatre Rehearsals: Begin December 4, 2022

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Show Synopsis: A former African American League baseball player struggles to co-exist with the racial trauma he still carries from his time in the league. When his frustrations lead to a series of tragic choices, his relationships with his wife and son suffer the consequences. Set in the 1950s, Fences is the sixth installment in The American Century Cycle, a series of ten plays by August Wilson that trace the Black experience through 20th century America. Auditions: Sunday, Sept. 11, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (taking place at Pear Tree Performing Arts) Monday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (taking place at the Omaha Community Playhouse) Callbacks: Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (taking place at the Omaha Community Playhouse) Callbacks location: Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass St. 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.

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NOW LAB at Omaha Community Playhouse

In an effort to support local playwrights and their developing works, we are excited to launch the New Omaha Works Lab also known as the NOW Lab. This program provides playwrights the opportunity to submit new works (plays/ musicals) to the Omaha Community Playhouse, and if selected participate in an eight-month residency to enhance their production and prepare for a public debut performance. Selected playwrights will work alongside and collaborate with OCP’s Associate Artistic Director, local directors, dramaturgs, and OCP fellows. The mission of the NOW Lab is to develop, support and encourage new playwrights as they share their art through live theatre experiences. Our goal is to grow and diversify the Omaha pool for playwrights in a way that reflects and benefits the entire theatre community. Submissions to the NOW Lab are now open at omahaplayhouse.com. Applicants must reside in the Omaha metro area to apply and submit the following information by Friday, September 30: • A play summary; with a small description of the concept/idea. • A script • Any additional material (other than script) available. Score (if applicable), reference recordings, samples, etc. • (Optional) Headshot and Resume • Deadline to apply is Friday, September 30

Program Breakdown The selected playwright(s) will participate in the following program from November 2022 – June 2023. November • The goal is to dive into the piece, characters, relationships, and overall message of the story with the associate artistic director, a director, dramaturg, playwright, and OCP directing fellows December • The playwright will have the opportunity to adjust their script January 2023 • Table reading #1 (not a full workshop)— the cast, director, dramaturg, and playwright will come together to read through the script February • The associate artistic director, director, dramaturg, and playwright will meet to discuss the table read March • Workshop #1: designers of all disciplines will be invited to hear the play and give insight into the production side of the piece April • Table reading #2 with the actors, playwright, and dramaturg May • Cast rehearsals June • Public debut performance and talkback with the audience Participants involved in the NOW Lab will receive compensation for their efforts/ talents.

The Omaha Branch, NAACP will conduct the election of officers and at-large members on November 19, 2022, from 10a.m. to 2p.m. On September 17, 2022, 12:00 PM (noon) at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, there will be an election of the Nominating Committee (to consist of 5 members). All members whose memberships are current as of 30 days prior to the meeting date may be elected to the Nominating Committee (not more than 2 being officers of the unit). On October 15, 2022, 12:00 PM (noon) at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, there will be a report of the Nominating Committee, receipt of Nominations by Petition, and election of the Election Supervisory Committee. All members whose memberships are current as of May 1st of the election year, who’s memberships have remained continuous throughout the election process, and who live and/or work within the unit’s

Far more than a statue, it is a memorial and a reminder to what it means to always strive for more in life. Sayers life will be an example to teachers, students, administration, and visiting teams that get a chance to walk by the statue. In a world where it is easy to get lost, that statue will bring more peace and “right decisions” than we will ever know. Gale Sayers could not have imagined his impact on the community and future generations.

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jurisdiction, may be nominated for office or as an at-large member of the Executive Committee. In order to sign a nominating petition, or be elected to the Election Supervisory Committee, a member must be current as of 30 days prior to the October meeting. On November 19, 2022, the election of officers and at-large members of the Executive Committee will take place in the narthex of the Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church. Polls will open from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. In order to vote in an Omaha Branch election, one must be a member in good standing of the Branch 30 days prior to the election. A form of identification is required. The Omaha Branch looks forward to your participating in these activities. Please contact the Omaha NAACP Branch #4091, Office Phone - 402-3451173, 2221 North 24th Street, Ste 203, Omaha, NE 68110 or send inquiries to omahanaacp@aol.com.

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American Cancer Society Big Dig – Day of Fun for Children

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Sunday, September 11, 2022, the Omaha Metro community will have the opportunity to explore excavators, backhoes, scissor lifts and many other pieces of large equipment at the Big Dig, an event that supports the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodge Nebraska located in Omaha. The event will run from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the site on Hwy 370 & 150th Street. This event is free and open to the public. “We are thrilled to partner with the American Cancer Society for the fifth annual Big Dig event in Omaha! This event is sure to be full of excitement for children of all ages,” said Ron Weis, Vice President of PreConstruction for Lueder Construction. “This event is a fantastic opportunity to raise money for a great cause, and is one small way we can all give back to the families who must travel to Omaha to receive their lifesaving cancer care.” Treating a cancer patient close to home is always the first choice, but it’s not always possible. For many, the best chance of survival requires specialized treatment or more extensive care far from home. When travel becomes necessary, many wonder if it can be physically and emotionally endured, or if it’s financially feasible. For some, it can become a barrier to survival. This is why the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodge program is so important. To learn more visit www.BigDigOmaha.org. The American Cancer Society is the cause fighting cancer on every front; standing shoulder to shoulder with cancer patients and those supporting them. Funds raised help the American Cancer Society attack cancer in dozens of ways, each of them critical to achieving a world without cancer – from developing breakthrough therapies to building supportive communities, from providing empowering resources to deploying activists to raise awareness.

Turnback Tax Grant Committee Notice The North Omaha “Turnback Tax” Grant Committee will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at 5:30PM at Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, 5300 North 30t Street, Building 21, Room 112. The public hearing will be held to receive public comment on grant proposals that: 1. Showcase important historical aspects. 2. Assist with the reduction of street and gang violence. 3. Assist with small business and entrepreneurship growth within defined areas within North Omaha. For more information email tmckinney@leg.ne.gov or call 402-471-2612.

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Kids Talk About God:

How Does God Talk To You?

By Carey Kinsolving and Friends

“God can talk by thunder because thunder is really God talking out loud,” says Dianna, 8. I’m not sure how this works but Lane, 7, will explain: “God is in heaven, and when you are high, it’s easy to talk down.” Oh, I get it. It’s kind of like being on top of a mountain and shouting down to those below. Friends, if you want to focus on God speaking from high places, remember Mount Sinai where Moses received the 10 commandments. But first consider Moses’ experience when he was a shepherd in the desert. He heard God’s voice from an unusual bush that kept on burning. Because Moses was spiritually alert, he inspected the burning bush. He heard the voice of God, and it transformed him into the deliverer of the Hebrew people. On the mountaintop, we expect to hear God’s voice. Yet, often we’re deaf to God’s voice in the ordinary bushes of our everyday experiences. Who knows? Maybe God wants to use you to deliver a nation. If not a nation, maybe he’s calling you to deliver a neighbor from an addiction. “God can talk to us when there is something he wants us to do,” says Chad, 8. Before you act, make sure you hear God’s voice first. Remember what happened to Moses the first time he tried to deliver his people. He killed an Egyptian taskmaster and had to flee into the wilderness where he spent 40 years caring for sheep. “God puts it in your heart, and it goes all the way to your brain,” says Taylor, who at 6 years old has a distinct advantage over adults. God’s voice has a shorter distance to travel between his heart and brain. Before listening to their hearts, Taylor would do well to

listen to the prophet Jeremiah, who wrote, “The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked.” God promises to transform deceitful hearts by placing the Holy Spirit into all those who trust Jesus as Savior. “Do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit?” wrote the Apostle Paul to the Corinthian believers. But even a new heart needs a new program. “I think the way God talks to us is through the Bible, but we must read and study it,” says Kyle, 12. Why? “Because the Bible is God’s word,” adds Ryan, 10. Think of the Bible as a love letter from God. When God speaks directly to the hearts of his people, it will never contradict the Bible. For example, if you think you hear God telling you to steal something, it’s not his voice. While some view prayer as a one-way street — from us to God — Adriane, 10, says it’s two-way: “God can talk to us by answering our prayers. If we ask him to do something in our prayers, and he does it, that is him answering our prayer. God does not have to speak [in an audible voice] to be able to talk to you.” Quietness is the key, says Hillary, 6: “When you pray to God, and you’re very still and quiet, you can hear him.” Have you been missing out on the greatest conversation you could have because you haven’t been still? Think about this: God wants to talk to all his children. Remember this truth: “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10a). Question to consider: Has God spoken to you today? Kids Talk About God is designed for families to study the Bible together. Research shows that parents who study the Bible with their children give their character, faith and spiritual life a powerful boost. To receive Kids Talk About God three times a week in a free, email subscription, visit www.KidsTalkAboutGod.org/email

The window of God’s grace is open By Billy Holland God has been stirring me for the last several years to realize there are many levels in our relationship with Him and that we are to be continually progressing through the stations of the tabernacle on our way to the holy of holies. He desires to give everyone a personal revelation to become more spiritually sensitive, to hear His voice, along with His wisdom to know what is right and wrong. To develop an awareness of His presence, we must invest our time meditating on His word, praying, and interceding in the secret place of intimacy with Him. How can we know Him or what He is saying if we do not talk and walk with Him? To advance in our spiritual journey and become stronger spiritual warriors, we must have the discernment to recognize spirits and a correct interpretation of His written word. In this hour, we are being exposed to constant deception and as we continue moving forward, our ability to know good from evil will be the difference between life and death. God’s grace is the opportunity to abandon our will so that we can embrace His. I’m convicted about my lack of understanding and the need for a deeper passion for God. I’m not as close to Him as I often think I am. It’s easy to fall into a mindset that all is well with our soul and yet be drifting further away from Him. How does this happen? It has to do with what we are used to. If we have been in God’s glorious presence, then we can also sense when we are distant from Him. The problem is that most people have hardly experienced Him and cannot recognize the difference as they have nothing to compare with. Thus, when it comes to personal intimacy with God, most do not know what they are missing. It’s common for the masses to accept that all there is to being born again is believing there is a God, and that heaven awaits everyone except for a few evil ones who commit terrible crimes. However, the truth about salvation is distorted, and the majority is not even curious to know what it is. I’ve said before

that either nearly everyone is going to heaven or hardly anyone is going. Why do I say that? Because I cannot see a significant difference between those including myself who claim to be saved, and those who do not. When we hear about being a living sacrifice for Christ and taking up our cross and following Him, I wonder how many people know what this requires. I would guess that if we interviewed the average person walking down the street and asked if they were going to heaven, most of them would say, “I hope so.” If we asked what they were looking forward to in heaven, we would probably hear things like, “At least I will not have to work anymore” or “I’m looking forward to my mansion and I hope it has a pool” or “it will be nice to be healthy and never die.” Unfortunately, it is most likely the majority are willing to roll the dice with eternity, and with there only being two destinations they figure they have a fifty percent chance of walking on the streets of gold. My point is the meaning of life is to know and love God and we are discovering that concentrating and obeying Him must be our highest priority. As our love for Him grows stronger, our only desire for heaven will be to worship Him. Let us consider that if we are not infatuated with The Almighty today, why would we look forward to adoring Him in heaven? If we are not living with an awareness of His presence now, why would we be excited to bow down to Him around His throne? The amount of time God is on our minds measures how important He is to us, and if we are not becoming what Jesus died for us to be, then we are being hindered and controlled by our emotions. Serving, loving, and following the world is a dangerous place to be. You have the power to decide how close you want to be to Jesus. If you are ready to stop living an illusion and realize that genuine salvation has everything to do with surrendering your will to Him, call upon Him now and repent, give Him your heart, and He will become the Lord of your life. Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com

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Music Night in Omaha Late 50’s, 60’s & 70’s By Rhonda M. Bailey My father Ronald Bailey (nickname) Pete was the Best Tenor Saxophone player to join the Black Entertainment of Omaha, Nebraska, on 24th St. In the times that live entertainment was the action, I remember in the evenings when my dad would be getting ready to “Go Play” was his term, he would be primping in the mirror and smelling good, with his matching outfit like all the guys wore. The clubs my dad played were the Work Men’s Club in South Omaha on 27th & R St.; Clubs on 24th St.: The American Legion, The Club and The Off Beat. In 1959, the year I was born. My dad played in a group called Andre & the Ramrods. Featuring John Station as the bass (still living) Nate Chapman on drums, (deceased) Andre Williams on piano (unknown of his whereabouts) and Richard Garner on guitar (living). Throughout the years my dad stayed in a group. Pete & John stayed together. I will never forget I went to one of my dad’s rehearsals. The band members were having a beer. I was told stay off the drums and I fell of the drums! My dad couldn’t rehearse that day. I was rushed to the emergency room with a cut over my left eye. I always enjoyed my dad rehearsing at home. I grew up in a household of musicians. Al Bailey, dad’s brother, played the piano for years at Von Maur department store. My grandmother, Mildred Bailey, played the organ for years at Hope Lutheran Church.

I felt my dad was never got his props in the Black Entertainment Era. Over shadowed by other sax players in Omaha. My dad was well known. Playing at Offutt Air Base at the Gentlemen Club and The Show Wagon that was well known for bands playing in the local Omaha parks. Pete, was bad on the Sax. His musical career stretched across the Omaha & the state of Nebraska. He played for a dance in Burwell, Nebraska in the 60’s with the band. His missed opportunity was when Bobby Blue Bland, asked my dad to join him on the road. His job at Swifts & raising me was his responsibility. He turned down the chance. I want to thank my dad for contributing to the talent that put Omaha on the map. Thank you John Station for your vision on starting the band where my dad could display his talent. My dad has asked me to honor his wishes someday. To donate his Saxophone to a young inspiring artist. To carry on his legacy of bringing good music to Black Entertainment in Omaha. In the late 70’s my dad stopped playing. He married his 2nd wife, the late Vivian Bailey and extended the family with her children Sylvia, Cynthia and Kenny. It was hard for my dad to walk away from the hobby he loved so much. That started his venture of live music. So dad this is my tribute to the Success of music you brought to my life & the Omahan’s for listening to good sounds. You will always be my favorite tenor sax player!!! The memories never go away!

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September 2, 2022

Terence Crawford’s B&B Sports Academy Hires Director of Operations

By Terri D. Sanders

Well, well, well…COVID and Monkey pox are still in the news. To mask or not? Be safe so you will not be sorry. We are entering the fourth quarter of 2022. We are rounding the bend to accomplish our goals for this year. Who are you accountable to with your goals? Bigger is better - stretch yourself. You might be surprised what you can accomplish. Goals are multifaceted. Financial, physical, mental or spiritual are a few areas to consider. Recently a friend overheard a conversation I was having with my daughter about her ballet lessons. She does this for relaxCredit: Eric Robinson, Atlanta ation. My friend asked me what do I do but work???? I have a personal goal to add more “fun” to my life. My fun may not be your fun, but this is personal. I will keep you posted… 2023 will begin the year that marks 85 years of publication for the Omaha Star. We are looking at making this year memorable. We strive to be part of thee economic fabric of our community. Have you used the services of our printing center? Did you know we design special occasion programs? Do you know about Omaha Star Plus? The WEEKLY publication for Public Notices. We are here to meet the needs of the Omaha community at large. We have updated our offices to better service our members/readers. I have met people who said they did not know we were still in operation! We are here and serving. We are here to provide information for daily living. We want to feature your family celebrations. We love the culture. We are here to share in YOUR good news. Help us by letting us know what is going on. We are on social media. You can email publisher@omahastarinc.com. Call our offices and speak to our knowledgeable staff (402-346-4041).

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B&B Sports Academy is pleased to announce the hiring of Steven Nelson as its inaugural Director of Operations. Nelson is no stranger to B&B or the boxing world. Steven “So Cold” Nelson is a professional boxer himself who made his boxing debut in 2016 and currently holds the WBO-NABO super middleweight title. Beyond his success in the ring, Nelson is a known volunteer and mentor of dozens of youth who attend B&B Sports Academy. He believes stepping into this new position will help him further his impact. “As the Director of Operations, I will continue to work with B&B founders Terence and Bo, the coaches, and the Board to grow our current programming,” said Steven Nelson, B&B Sports Academy Director of Operations. “My long-term vision is to expand our reach outside of North Omaha to reach more at-risk youth and give them the fighting chance they deserve,” said Nelson. In this new position, Nelson will manage B&B facilities, staff, volunteers, programs, finances, and community relations. To learn more about B&B Sports Academy, visit https://bandbacademy.org/

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Town Hall Meeting Dr. Richard Brown recently led “Third Tuesday Town Hall” off of 24th and Lake at the Fabric Lab on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022. Yes, the “Third Tuesday Town Hall” was on the fourth Tuesday of this month. Although ironic, the next town hall will be on the third Tuesday of September. The presentation for the evening was titled “Covid19 Town Hall, What’s Next?” included Dr. Brown distribution of important facts and debunking several myths that help prolong the pandemic. That included having the information on screen and having a physical copy of the presentation. The presentation began with the full description of COVID’s method of transmission: “The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid droplet particles when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing, or breath.” With facts and myths, it is important to find out the correct answer. Dr. Brown reported information from multiple surveys done by the CDC and other health experts on unvaccinated adults in America. For example, 36% of unvaccinated adults believe that the vaccine gives you COVID. That is not true, the vaccine itself does not cause COVID-19. A large percentage of the adult participants shared that they did not trust the COVID-19 vaccine due to the quickness of its arrival. With the increasing evolution of technology in all aspects of our day to day lives, the science laboratories that created this vaccine are far more evolved than previous generations. It is important to attend informationals such as this because it allows us to connect to others while we learn about what is going on around us. All of the information that was shared could not simply fit into one article. Please be sure to make time in your schedule to attend the next gathering and wear a mask! Each town hall will have a designated time for questions, comments, concerns, and what the citizens would like to hear about. Third Tuesday Town Hall will take place at the Fabric Lab located at 2514 N 24th St, Omaha, NE 68110.

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North End Teleservices achieves National Ranking

North End Teleservices (NET), a woman- and minority-owned business headquartered in Nebraska that provides global, state-of-the-art, omnichannel contact center solutions, has climbed to number 610 on Inc. Magazine 5000 list, a prestigious listing of the nation's fastest-growing privately held companies. "This marks our third consecutive year on the Inc. 5000 list, and I could not be more proud of our team and the work we've done to get here. NET's intentional, holistic approach to understanding customers and employees is essential to our success and has been a driver for the incredible growth we have achieved thus far," said Carmen Tapio, founder and CEO. Founded in 2015, NET has grown by 1,035% over the past three years; and now stands with a business footprint ten times larger than it was in 2019. It is the highest revenue generating African American woman-owned business in the State of Nebraska. Tapio says the increasing scale results in enhanced opportunities for team members, one of the key reasons she founded the company less than a decade ago. "NET is intentionally headquartered in an area with the highest poverty

which is also an area of high talent in Nebraska. Our purpose has always been our lighthouse-to create jobs and change lives. NET has been successful in developing a new generation of leaders helping families achieve economic independence through workforce and career development over the past 7 years. We believe a rising tide lifts all boats." said Tapio. The company officially opened for business Sept. 1, 2015. "The resources and aid NET provides employees are above and beyond any other employer I've ever worked for," said Marcus Bryant, a loan servicer for the company. Bryant is now a first generation homeowner. He closed on a home for his young family July 15. Marcus Bryant, a loan servicer for the company, celebrates becoming a first generation homeowner.

"I can't think of an employer more deserving of this recognition," he said. "NET is more than an employer. There's such a strong sense of belonging and family here. They've invested in my personal, financial and professional development and for that, I'm forever grateful." In addition to ranking in the top 15% of all companies listed, NET

ranks fourth on the Inc. 5000 list for telecommunications. "The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," said Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work and risen to the challenges of today." As an independent business, NET joins many other well-known organizations that gained their national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000 list. "We couldn't be happier about earning this designation," said Chief Operating Officer Chris Phillips. "Our success has come through our commitment to innovation, service excellence and building great relationships with clients who understand and support our business model. There is so much more to come." About North End Teleservices, LLC North End Teleservices, LLC (NET) is an omnichannel global provider of business process outsourcing (BPO) to small and large business-tobusiness and business-to-consumer government and commercial entities. The company's mission is to create jobs and change lives. North End Teleservices is a certified womanowned, minority-owned, HUBZone and Enterprise Zone business. NET customizes contact center operations to meet every client's specific needs.

2022 Champion of Change Luncheon

Mrs. Carolyn T. Williams Dr. Julie Fedderson, MD Senator Justin Wayne North Omaha Area of Health (NOAH) will be having its annual Champion on Change Luncheon on September 21, 2022 at UNO Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine St. Omaha, NE 68106 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The keynote speaker for the event is Nebraska State Senator Justin Wayne. Co-chairs for the event are Dr. Julie Fedderson, MD, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Community & State and Mrs. Carolyn T. Williamson, longtime community activist and former director of health access at Girl’s Inc. The goal of this luncheon is to increase awareness of the work NOAH is carrying out, as well as recognize individuals and organizations that are making a difference in the North Omaha community. Sponsorship is available. Please call 402-933-0737 ext. 1008 for further information.

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Omaha Nurse Celebrates First Year in Skin Care Business by Honoring Local Legendary Jazz Artist

Monique Summers At the beginning of the pandemic, Monique Summers stepped up as a nurse working on a Covid unit helping to protect and treat the Omaha community. During that time, she suffered from extremely dry skin and looked to her hobby of mixing organic oils for a solution. After formulating an oil using the natural healing properties of rosemary, she began sharing the oil with her hospital colleagues. With their encouragement, Ca’Mora was born. Today Ca’Mora offers a complete line of body oils, beard oils, body butters, soaps, and bath bombs, all made using organic and natural ingredients. As Monique celebrates her first year of business and surviving the financial uncertainty of the pandemic, she couldn’t help but think about all of the wonderful things that she enjoys right here in Omaha. That is why she chose to honor her favorite, one of Omaha’s favorite, legendary saxophonist, Edward Archibald. Edward Archibald is a saxophonist with over 30 years of experience. His musical roots are a mixed bag of Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Country and Classical music, which gives his sound a truly unique flavor. Edward writes, produces, arranges, and performs all of his own music, as well as performing cover for many great artists such as Chaka Khan and Kem. Ed’s signature walk through the audience has been enjoyed and celebrated by thousands of music lovers locally. Please celebrate with Monique and the Ca’Mora community as we honor Edward Archibald with the first Ca’Mora Award 2022! Ed with his family and friends will receive the award at the Ca’Mora First Birthday Bash where he will also perform for the audience. You can learn more about the products designed and formulated by Monique Summers at www.camoracare. com. You will find the best in organic skin care options. An early customer of Ca’Mora: “Good morning! You probably don’t remember me, but I met you at the vendor fair at Pound middle school In Lincoln. (I am a nurse, working at Bryan) I bought the rosemary oil to try on my psoriasis. I have about 1/4 of the bottle left so wanted to give you an update. My psoriasis is worst on the bottoms of my feet and palms if my hands. So severe that at times I get cracking and bleeding. While I still have areas of plaque, using the oil 1-2 times a day has improved the areas so much!!! The plaques are much smaller and not near as severe. It is amazing!!! I just ordered more (and some to give as gifts!). Thank you so much! I love having something natural and it works so much better than anything else I have bought!”

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NOMA Concert

Jazz at NOMA The reopening of the building formerly known as Love Jazz and Arts Center will now be called NOMA North Omaha Music and Arts. Dana Murray is the executive director of NOMA. Although it is not open yet, there was a concert on Saturday August 27, 2022. The purpose is to give the community a glimpse of what the future of NOMA will be like. Russell Gunn, a jazz musician, composer, trumpet player and Illinois native was the headliner of the concert. Before the concert, Gunn led the Master Class earlier that day at NOMA using the realization that “giving students direction and employing the same listening skills that he [Gunn] does as a performer and composer in guiding students towards fulfilling their potential.” It is not only important to Gunn to notice the potential of the student, but to notice what would interest them most. “Gunn is an amazing trumpet player. I told myself that I would bring the biggest names here and I’m fortunate to know a lot of them,” shared Murray. Alongside Gunn in concert was Grammy awardwinning bassist and composer Eric Revis. Revis also taught a Rhythm Clinic before the concert alongside Dana Murray. The purpose of this learning event and concert is to show North Omaha a small taste of what is to come. “We are in the former Love Jazz Building. NOMA is not open yet, it goes before city council next month to turn ownership to our organization. We are a music academy, but we will be much more than that. There is also an entertainment focus. We will build a 450 seat venue between our property and the empty lot next to it,” Murray stated. Keep an eye out next month for the next steps of NOMA. The arts is what keeps a community beautiful and it is an excellent opportunity to get to know other creatives around you.

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LOCAL NEWS September 2, 2022 First Annual Golf Tournament Success On Friday, August 26th 2022, the day began with rain. Scattered rain was forecasted to stop around 11:00 a.m. Golfers continued to roll in as the rain continued past the starting time of 10:00 a.m. All holding their breath in hope of no lighting. When it rains we can play, but lighting and golf clubs should never be together. Luckily for the players, the sun came out and it was tee time. Omaha Star and Mildred D. Brown Study Center presented the first Golf Tournament at Steve Hogan Golf Course in Miller Park. Although there is not an obvious connection between journalism and golfing, there is a valuable reason for this event. To enhance our connection to the community. It was also an opportunity for the Omaha Star to

announce the list of services that we provide to reach out to the community outside of newspapers. Since its establishment in 1938, the Omaha Star has served the community. The opportunity to create a space that introduces different circles of the community to one another, should never be missed. It allows for networking in ways you could have never imagined. The Heart Ministry Center collaborated with the golf tournament community and sponsored the barbeque contest that followed the tournament held in the newly remodeled Steve Hogan Golf Course Pavilion. A winner was chosen by the judges for cash prizes of $1000 and $750. The food was enjoyed by all in attendance. Each hole that was played had a

sponsoring flag from organizations and companies in the community. Each team member received as part of registration a full year subscription to the Omaha Star. The winning team of the golf tournament was announced during the barbeque contest. One of the members on the winning team is Dana Murray, Executive Director of NOMA (North Omaha Music and Arts.) Murray shared the future plans to extend the NOMA building to allow for a 450-seat venue. NOAH (North Omaha Area Health) was also in attendance to share general health information. Please stay tuned for this yearly tradition for the Omaha Star. Brush up on your game and get your teams ready. There will be another opportunity to enroll and play alongside members of the community.

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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

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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 MISSIONARY 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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Live Streaming Sunday Service-10:00am on Morning Star Baptist Church-Omaha Facebook Page

SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH

Serving God and One Another in the Spirit of Excellence Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus Senior Pastor

MOUNT CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

“Jesus is the Light of the World” Bishop Kevin Chambers, Senior Pastor www.m3comaha.org 5112 Ames Avenue Omaha, NE 68104 (402) 457-4216 Church Phone (402) 453-4084 Pastor’s Office

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Fr. Dave Korth

2019 Burdette Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-342-0018

3131 Lake Street Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1000 www.salembc.org

Bishop Kevin Chambers

Services: Sunday School .................................................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Experience ......... 11:00 a.m. Word On Wednesday (WOW) ........................ 7:00 p.m.

Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus

Weekly Services Sunday Morning Worship Service .....................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Children’s Church (2nd & 4th Sunday) ................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Life Development (Sunday School) .........................................10:15 a.m. Wednesday Word and Worship (WWW) ................................ 6:30 p.m.

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TABERNACLE OF FAITH CHURCH Pastor Barbara Mitchell 2404 Fort Street, Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1800 Church 402-455-3390 Fax

CLAIR MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

“Come Get Your Hilltop Experience” Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor 5544 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE 68104 Telephone: 402-451-8322 Website: www.cmumc.net Email: clairumc@cumc.omhcoxmail.com Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor

Sunday School………………………8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Experience………...10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study….…….…….6:00 p.m.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Pastor Barbara Mitchell Rev. T. Michael Williams

Dr. Ralph B. Lassiter

Elder Howard Dixon

MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

“Transformed People Everywhere” 2602 N. 24th St. - PO Box 11593 www.mtmoriahomaha.net Off: (402) 451-8800 Sunday Worship ..........................................10:45 a.m. Live Stream: Facebook.com/mtmoriahomaha Please call for Prayer and Transformation Group Bible Study Schedule

Rev. Morita Truman, Lead Pastor Services on Sundays at 8:30 am & 10:50 am 7020 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132 402.556.6262 www.fumcomaha.org First United Methodist Church is a welcoming and inclusive community, inspired to grow with and in God.

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ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor 2215 Grant Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-346-1502 Fax: 402-344-2720

MT. NEBO MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH “The Church Where Fellowship is Real”

Rev. Morita Truman

Pastor Terry L. Arvie 5501 N. 50th Street Ph: 402-451-4245 Fx: 402-451-2130 office@mtneboomaha.org www.mtneboomaha.org

Pastor Kenneth A. Allen

Pastor Terry L. Arvie

Sunday Morning Worship ...................................9:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting .....................7:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Church School ......................7:30 p.m. Youth/Children Ministry Focus (Wed.) ............7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY Sunday Morning Worship……………10:00 A.M. Sunday School……………………….. 9:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY 11:00 A.M. ~ Hour of Power Bible Study Wednesday is Family Night! 6:00 P.M. ~ Prayer & Praise Service 6:30 P.M. ~ Feast & Fellowship (Light Meal) 7:15 P.M. ~ Discipleship Academy (Classes for ages 5 & up)

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HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Missouri Synod 2721 N. 30th Street 402-453-1583 Sunday School................................10:00 a.m. Church Service...............................11:00 a.m. YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

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North 24th Street Church of God “Presenting the Never-Changing GOD to an ever-changing World!”

Pastor Brian Page 5555 Larimore Avenue Church: 402-346-8427 www.pleasantgreenomaha.org

Dr. Stan Rone - Senior Pastor 2021 N. 24th Street • Omaha, NE 68110 (402) 341-4297

Pastor Brian Page

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Wednesday: Prayer Power Hour ......................................12:00 p.m

Pastors Eric and Cynthia Butler

Thursday: Youth For Christ ............................................6:00 p.m Prayer & Bible Study ....................................6:30 p.m

6401 N. 56th Street Omaha, NE 68104 Ph: 402-399-9628 E-Mail: Jolpastor@aol.com Sunday Morning Worship.....10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship.......5:00 p.m. Wednesday Academy .............7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Youth Ministries

PLEASANT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday: Sunday School.................................................9:00 a.m. Morning Worship..........................................10:15 a.m. Pastor Eric Butler and Co-Pastor Cynthia Butler

Televised Broadcast Sunday @ 10pm on KPAO Cox Communication channel 22 & Century Link channel 89

Dr. Stan Rone Senior Pastor

Sunday Kingdom Academy 9:00 a.m. Worship Celebration 10:15 a.m. Tuesday Prayer Hour 7:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon Wednesday Power Hour (Prayer/Bible Study) 6:30 p.m. Youth and Children 6:30 p.m. www.theworshipcenter24cog.org

YOUTH/EDUCATION NEWS September 2, 2022 Mandela Scholars Embrace HOPE What Does It Take to for the 2022-2023 School Year Become Financially The world our scholars are growing up in is a tough one Nelson Mandela said, “As we let our own light shine, – violence in our country is higher than it has ever been, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the Independent especially in schools. We are also striving to recover from same.” This year, we will shine HOPE for each other and Page Ten THE OMAHA STAR

a long pandemic and all its repercussions. Now, more than ever, we need HOPE. HOPE is powerful. It inspires us to do what feels impossible and helps us carry on during tough times. HOPE comes in many different shapes and sizes. It may be having a positive attitude, believing in yourself, or even giving hope to others with words of encouragement. This year, our team will be focused on instilling HOPE in our scholars. Through daily lessons in math, reading, science, social studies, art, and violin, our scholars will HOPE for their best and trust in others when they cannot find it within themselves.

live out our mission to maximize the educational success of our scholars academically, physically, socially, and emotionally. Our team is committed to working for our scholars to be on grade level. Supported by HOPE, research, highquality curriculum, and regular evaluations, our team will continue to deliver the best possible education to our scholars. If you are interested in having your scholar attend Nelson Mandela Elementary, visit our website at https:// nelsonmandelaelementary.org/ on December 1, 2022 to fill out a pre-application.

By Michael L. Green Many people equate the term and concept of being financially independent with being” rich or wealthy.” So, what does being financially independent really mean? First off thinking that you have to have some very large amount of money may be the wrong way to look at it. Start by taking a serious look at how you live now, regardless of how much money you have or earn. Are you able to take care of your basic monthly living expenses and have some left over, or are you always chasing the next pay check? Are you carrying balances on credit cards for months, or do you pay them off each month? The most important part of achieving financial success is discipline. And discipline is the practice of forming and repeating good habits. If you’re not managing what you have, more money won’t solve the problem. To quote P-Diddy: “Mo’ money, mo’ problems…” If you want to achieve financial success, first ask yourself what does that mean. And try not to define it in terms of how much “stuff” you’d buy. As I said, Look at your financial picture right now. If you were able to take care of all of your current financial obligations and still have a cushion, what would that mean? As with anything worth doing, there has to be a plan. What do you need to do that you’re not doing. Form a specific goal(s) for making the changes you need to. Anytime you make a change to the way you handle money, it’s best to start with something small and reasonable. Make it specific; changing your money habits is changing your lifestyle habits. Find a way to start by saving a small amount of money. If you haven’t done this before, start small with an amount you’re sure to stick with. Find a way to make it automatic; like a payroll deduction. If you’re successful your savings will grow. Hopefully this will motivate you to increase the amount you’re putting away each month or pay period. Make saving rewarding in ways other than financial. Set up small rewards. With each milestone you achieve, set up some meaningful small rewards that are Green continued on page 11

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