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Family of the Week The Willis Family

Greetings Omaha Public Schools Community,

The Willis family are busy in the city and our community. From front to back: Leo, 3; Titus 7; Ciecly 9; all attend Fullerton Elementary School. Krisite Willis is a Native Omahan and she is holding Spike, who is older than all the children. Sherman is the patriarch of the family and is a native of Houston Texas. Sherman is an attorney and a State Farm Insurance agent. He is also an adjunct professor at Metropolitan Community College and is also a professor in the Creighton University Law School. Sherman’s hobbies include being a grille master with meats and being a master baker. Kristie is a hobbiest and a “beast” with her Cricut machine. Kristie is very active in the Fullerton PTA. Sherman also serves as the Chairman of the Mildred D. Brown Memorial Study Center Board.

From the iPublisher’s Pen By Terri D. Sanders Covid 19 is still with us! Despite all life rolls on. Our elections are less than 50 days away. Our right to vote has been sealed, but do YOU have a plan to have your vote counted? The 19th Amendment guaranteed the right for women to vote, and that was 100 years ago (August 18, 1920), but that amendment was not inclusive of African Americans. While we were not included we still organized and marched along with other suffragettes to gain this right. It was not until the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a federal legislation signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson that prohibited racial discrimination in voting. This secured the right to vote for racial minorities throughout the country. One of the most effective David Turnbo Photography pieces of federal civil rights legislation. So who are you to choose NOT to vote? Forty-five years after the majority culture was given the right to vote, then African Americans and other minorities were included. Between that time was bloodshed, hangings, murders, dog attacks on women and children, and many other crimes against humanity. Today in our society those same atrocities are coming up against minorities in our country. It took many years to overcome and we are not done… Do not let this opportunity pass you by, VOTE. That brings me to another right that we had better exercise. Register with the Census. (www. census2020.gov) The Census ends on September 30, 2020. The census numbers determine congressional representation for the next ten years. It will determine federal funding, effects more than 100 federal programs including but not limited to lunch programs, highway construction and education. This number will also include hospitals and fire departments and other services. This means count EVERYBODY in the house. Have you ever researched your ancestory? Many of those records tell you where your great great grandfather lived was derived from the Census records. Yes Black Lives Matter and what better way to support the movement than to vote and be counted! Your life and the lives of your loved ones depend on it.

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, our district held a special board meeting to update our families on the current status of our 100% remote instructional model and to discuss next steps toward a safe return to in-person learning. A significant portion of our update focused on the metrics we’re monitoring to inform our phased approach to return in-person. Health experts shared that Douglas County rates have surpassed the 5% positivity rate in community testing, a threshold that public health experts would like to see for a 100% return in-person. Test positivity rates are at 20% and above in some zip codes. With the help of our community, through actions like consistently wearing masks, avoiding crowds and social distancing, we are hopeful that positivity rates can decline between now and the start of the second quarter. With the help of our public health officials, we’re planning for a phased approach to begin in-person instruction and move into our Family 3/2 model. Our staff and families can look for a timeline on that phased approach in the week to come. Of course, as we have shared throughout the summer and fall, it is important to note that rapidly evolving conditions can affect our next steps. Our team stands ready. Our Student Transportation Services team can begin transporting our students with as little as two weeks’ notice. We’ve made adjustments to our school’s airhandling systems, which will circulate fresh air throughout our facilities more frequently throughout the day. We’ve practiced enhanced disinfectant and sanitation practices and we remain vigilant as our staff work inside schools, teaching through

remote learning sessions each day. Those safety practices will continue when our students return in-person. Most importantly, we’ve made early arrangements for rapid results testing, to have access to real-time data regarding positivity rates and patterns within our individual school communities. The experiences of other school districts have indicated that once we return to in-person learning, we should expect cases to be identified and to anticipate temporary school closures to combat the risk of wider spread. Moving forward will require support, patience and flexibility from our families. Like many of our families, we’re eager for our students return to in-person learning. We want to do that responsibly. Our ability to track virus trends will position us to make swift decisions to protect the health, safety and well-being of our students, staff and families. We will continue to look to case trend data, positivity rates and guidance from our community partners and health experts as the second quarter of our school year approaches. In the meantime, we will keep our families and the community informed. Cordially Yours, Cheryl J. Logan, Ed.D. Superintendent

Preston Love to be Democratic write-in candidate for U.S. Senate

Preston Love, longtime community leader and political advocate, announced Thursday that he will be the Democratic write-in candidate for U.S. Senate in the

Nov. 3 election. Love is endorsed by the Nebraska Democratic Party. Voters can simply write-in Love and ﬁllin in the oval next to his name under the U.S. Senate portion of their ballot. “2020 has been a unique year. Many of our young people can’t go to school, many of our adults are not working, evictions are at an all-time high, disparities for people of color have ﬁnally become recognized, and our elderly are chronically at-risk,” Love said. “The 2020 election is also unique. We have a president who is telling us to illegally vote twice, who lies, is racist, misogynistic and divisive. Our Nebraska U.S. Sen-

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ator Ben Sasse, while sometimes verbally disagreeing with the president, continues to vote with him time after time and has yet to stand up to Trump for our Gold Star and Blue Star families or for the disadvantaged and minorities so hurt by COVID. I stand before you ready to serve. Love will combat hate. Love will begin to heal the hurt all across our state. All you need to do is write-in Love on your ballot.” Preston Love worked in the civil rights movement alongside many icons of the movement and has remained passionate about continuing that work in his hometown neighborhood of North Omaha. He is presently teaching Black Studies and Poli-

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tics at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, a author of 5 books and is the founder and CEO of the Black Votes Matter Institute of Community Engagement and 4Urban.org. Love was introduced Thursday by Alisha Shelton, Gladys Harrison, Kara Eastman and a student who attended a civil rights tour with Preston Love. “I fully support Mr. Love stepping up. He is the write-in candidate that we need. A person who actively led parts of the civil rights movement. A person who speaks up for the people,” Alisha Shelton said. “A person who identiﬁes the common goal in every circumstance and believes we all Preston continued on page 2

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Omaha Public Library (OPL) closed on March 16, 2020, in an effort to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, and remained closed due to City of Omaha budget concerns. Following the approval of CARES Act funding by the state and county, Mayor Jean Stothert announced on August 25 that libraries may reopen. OPL Executive Director Laura Marlane worked with the library Board of Trustees and staff to develop a phased reopening plan that begins Monday, Sept. 21. Library branches that have been providing curbside service will suspend curbside operations between Sept. 13 and Sept. 20 to prepare for reopening. Curbside services will resume at all branches during normal operating hours. Following reopening, OPL branches will be open Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., and Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Three branch locations (Millard Branch, Milton R. Abrahams Branch and W. Dale Clark Main Library) will offer Sunday hours, 1-5 p.m., upon reopening. Masks will be required for all OPL visitors until further notice. Monday, Sept. 21: Five branches will open. • Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch, 2100 Reading Plaza, 402-289-4367 • Charles B. Washington Branch, 2868 Ames Ave., 402444-4849 • Millard Branch, 13214 Westwood Ln., 402-444-4848 • Milton R. Abrahams Branch, 5111 N. 90th St., 402444-6284 • Willa Cather Branch, 1905 S. 44th St., 402-444-4851 Monday, Sept. 28: Three additional branches will open. • A.V. Sorensen Branch, 4808 Cass St., 402-444-5274 • Benson Branch, 6015 Binney St., 402-444-4846 • Florence Branch, 2920 Bondesson St., 402-444-5299

The opening dates for the remaining four branches will be announced at a later time. • Saddlebrook Branch, 14850 Laurel Ave., 402-444-5780 • W. Dale Clark Main Library, 215 S. 15th St., 402-4444800 • W. Clarke Swanson Branch, 9101 W. Dodge Rd., 402444-4852 • South Omaha Library, 2808 Q St., 402-444-4850

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Secretary of State Bob Evnen announced that the final list of candidates for offices and ballot measures have been certified by his office. “My office has finalized the certification of candidates and ballot measures that file with the State of Nebraska.” Evnen said, “This certification is a vital part of the process and ensures that candidate names and party affiliations are listed correctly.” The 2020 general election ballot will also allow voters to vote on four Initiatives Measures proposed by petition and two Constitutional Amendments proposed by the Legislature. By random drawing, the Initiative Measures will be numbered as follows: • Initiative Measure 428 - Payday Lending • Initiative Measure 429 - Games of Chance Constitutional Amendment • Initiative Measure 430 - Games of Chance Regulatory • Initiative Measure 431 - Games of Chance Tax “In accordance with the placement of the initiative measure on the ballot, my office will be hosting a hearing in each of the three congressional districts as required by law,” Evnen stated. “These hearings will allow Nebraska voters to have their questions addressed.” Informational pamphlets will be created and distributed for each Initiative. In addition, pamphlets will be available in county election offices and the office of Secretary of State by the end of September. Early ballots will begin to be sent starting September 28. Information about the Initiatives, as well as a list of statewide candidates can be found on the Secretary of State website. https://sos.nebraska.gov/

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have a right to the American dream.” Kara Eastman, who is running for Congress in the competitive Second Congressional District, said: “I am happy and excited to endorse my good friend Preston Love for the United States Senate. Preston would be an amazing Senator and I am honored to be running with him and Vice President Joe Biden at the top of the ticket.” NDP Chair Jane Kleeb applauded Love’s commitment to the people of our state. “Voters expect and deserve a choice when they receive their ballot in the mail or when they go to their polling place on Nov. 3 -- a choice for the U.S. Senate who affirms their values of equality, justice and hard work,” Kleeb said. “Preston Love is a statement candidate. Love always combats hate. Nebraskans from Omaha to Scottsbluff will be proud to write-in Love.” Background: The NDP withdrew support from Chris Janicek after learning he sexually harassed a staff member. The party endorsed Alsiha Shelton to replace Chris Janciek, however he refused demands to withdraw his candidacy as the Democratic nominee. Because there is no law in the state of Nebraska where a political party can petition the Secretary of State for a candidate to be removed from their partisan ballot line, the party voted to run a write-in candidate. Other Democrats who ran in the primary, including Alisha Shelton, are precluded by state law from running as a write-in in the general election. The party chose to endorse Preston Love as our candidate for U.S. Senate.

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The WCA is still working remotely but we continue to provide excellent services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. As of August 27, 2020 Amy Richardson is no longer with the WCA. Jannette Taylor has been hired as the Interim CEO beginning September 3, 2020. The WCA is navigating internal change to do the work to create a fair, equitable, and anti-racist workplace. WCA staff are 100% devoted to the mission and providing quality services for clients and the community during these changes. The remaining leadership at the WCA support the Call 2 Action and the calls against racism. The WCA staff as a whole are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization at all levels and in-service provision. The WCA staff stand in agreement with the undersigned state coalitions in the Moment of Truth document, that we as a community organization have failed black, indigenous and people of color survivors. We hold ourselves accountable and we acknowledge BIPOC’s historical trauma and lived experiences of violence and center those traumas and experiences in our commitments to move forward. We join their vision and will continue to work to: • Believe Survivors • Dismantle Abuse & Oppression • Support Education • Decriminalize Survival • Promote Safe Housing • Invest in Caring Communities • And Demonstrate Black Lives Matter The employees of the WCA believe wholeheartedly in the mission of the WCA and want to provide the best services for all people. We are excited to be part of the growth, innovation, and future success of the organization.

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Book drops will open as branches reopen beginning Sept. 21, and items checked out will resume normal due dates. Items checked out during OPL’s closure will be due for return on Oct. 19. Items placed on hold shelves prior to Oct. 1 will expire and be made available to other patrons on Oct. 15. Meeting and study rooms will not be available for reservation for the foreseeable future. Computers will be available for public use, however, due to physical distancing, there will be less computers available. “Things will look a little different than prior to our closure,” Marlane said, “but there are also many exciting changes. Branches that were previously open five days a week will now be open six days a week, and adding curbside service is another great benefit that our patrons have come to appreciate.” As more information becomes available, OPL will provide updates on its website, omahalibrary.org, as well as through its social media channels and email. Library staff will also be available to answer questions at 402-444-4800 or through ask.omahalibrary.org. Visit omahalibrary.org for information about additional programs and resources offered at Omaha Public Library.

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September 18, 2020

PRAISE, WORSHIP, DEVOTION, OBITUARIES & INSPIRATION

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By Dr. William Holland Within the Christian faith, we understand that an individual will never desire to come to God on their own. The depravity of mankind and the lost condition of our spirit prevents us from having a yearning to love and serve or even have an interest God until there is a stirring of the mind and conscience. So what can cause a person to want to know more about God? They must be drawn to Him. Whenever anyone is compelled to reach out to Him, we know the Holy Spirit is intervening with a process known as spiritual conviction. This is the love and grace of God that allows a person to see their desperate need to be transformed into a new spiritual creation and the faith to accept this invitation. The purpose of Jesus coming to earth and agreeing to go through the crucifixion and resurrection was so that all who believe in God could have the opportunity to be changed and rescued from a hopeless spiritual state into a brand new member of His family. His body was the only sacrifice that could be accepted and His blood is the only payment that can pay for the sins of those who love and trust Him. He was sinless and His pure and holy offering of love is what opened the door to our spiritual redemption. In short, He died so that we could live. There is a general or universal call which is made available to anyone whenever the gospel message is proclaimed. Luke 14:23 says, “Then the master said to the servant, ‘Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled.” There is also an effectual call where God selects and pursues a particular person at a certain time and this is not conditional to the human will. John the Baptist is someone who was elected before he was born and in the parable of the lost sheep, Jesus explains how when a sheep goes missing, the shepherd will search until he finds it. The point of the parable is that God will always find and save those He is seeking. In both cases, John 3:3 declares that in order for Christ to be our Lord and to have eternal security, all must be born again. “Jesus answered and said unto him, verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” Within this miracle of His amazing grace, we cannot ignore the highly unpopular demand from God for us to also demonstrate a holy lifestyle. Conviction does not cease once a person is born-again, but continues as a standard of truth to warn the follower to resist sin. It’s common for many who are eager to accept their golden ticket to heaven, to not be concerned with their awareness and dedication to the call of sanctification. We know there will be holiness and perfection in heaven, but we are reminded in first Peter 1:15-16 about our accountability to represent His nature and character here and now. “But as He which called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, be ye holy; for I am holy.” Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com

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Usually at special events, where there is a guest speaker, a program is provided that contains a short bio about the special guest. These words make for interesting and pleasant reading; providing historical details and telling of significant events and various successes in life. Have you ever noticed that on these bios a person’s failures and shortcomings, mistakes and sins are never mentioned? There are obvious reasons why this is so! Those are things that we are not proud of and that we do not normally publicize. One thing about the Bible, is that it tells things as they really are; including both successes and failures of even its most prominent characters. For example, it tells us that King David was a man after God’s own heart. But it also lets us know that the same man committed adultery and later made arrangements to have Bathsheba’s husband murdered. We can be sure that David would have preferred that these things not be recorded and become public knowledge. Regarding the twelve disciples, Luke 9 begins by telling us about one of their successes; how Jesus had equipped and sent them forth on their first solo mission trip. They later returned having accomplished everything

By Dr. James L. Snyder To say the least, and I usually do, this summer has been quite a journey for the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and myself. I can’t remember a summer equal to the one we just went through. The fact that we got through it is amazing. One night this past week, I turned off the TV; we were getting ready to go to bed when my wife said, “What is that aggravating noise?” “Listen,” she whispered, “don’t you hear that noise?” As I tried to listen, I couldn’t hear what she was hearing. And then I heard it. Somewhere in our living room, a tree frog invited himself to provide us with one of his concerts. There’s nothing I like better at night than listening to a tree frog singing its latest song. “That’s not aggravating noise,” I replied, “that’s a tree frog singing a musical concert for us.” “It is not music,” my wife uttered, “it is aggravating noise, and we need to get rid of it right now.” Now, if anybody knows anything about music, it is my wife. She plays the piano, the organ, the guitar, the flute, and many times she plays me.

By Tiffany L. White Welchen LPC, LIMHP, NCC Setting a School Space Part 2 After a parent read my last article, she asked me, “Tiffany, how do I set up a study space for my child?” As mentioned in my last article, setting a study space is important and the space should be well lit, fun, colorful and equipped with school supplies and light snacks. A well suited space, maximizes learning so commit to creating a space that is conducive to learning and fun. No matter the size of your home, there is a space. A cozy, empty corner can be transformed into the perfect child/student space. Using my tips below and along with your creativity. We can get this done! 1. Location: Whoever said LOCATION IS EVERYTHING, I agree. Before setting up the study space, consider foot traffic, noise volume, distractions and if direct line of sight is required. If more than one child, try to give each child their own space. 2. Organized: Ensure there is plenty of storage and all storage clearly labeled. For example “Homework, “School Supplies” and “Snacks”. School spaces should have required school supplies along with a small waste basket/trash bag to throw-away unwanted items throughout the day. You can also organize student space by creating study cubes. Study cubes are made by taping 3 pieces of heavy card board together forming a “C” to create a study cube. For one child or for several children/students who share a room, creating a study cube adds some privacy and is easy to set up, taken down and store. 3. Solid Seating: Soft, cushy seating as well as a hard surfaces could potentially have a negative impact on your student’s space. Solid, sturdy, seating is important. Ask your child/ student about their seating and discover if other seating is needed or adjustments in seating is needed. 4.Personalized: Consider favorite colors or themes when personalizing your child/ student’s space. Have them to choose favorite pics to display in their space and since you are helping to set the space up, you can sneak a list of your School Rules to display…LOL!!! Your child/students space could TRADITION • RESPECT • DIGNITY consist of a cozy corner or an unused area in a room. You don’t need an entire room to create a school space. Transformation of whatever space you have can be fun and great way to spend positive time with your child/ student. In closing, when asking “How can I set up a study space for my 3920 North 24th St. child”. Remember the acronym Omaha, NE 68110 “LOPS” L=Location, O = Organization, P = Personalization 402-453-7111 and S = Seating and remember www.omahathomasfh.com You Can Do This!

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they had been commissioned to do. But the chapter does not end there. It then goes on to tell of some of their many failures. In Luke 9:12, the disciples said, “Send the multitude away.” This reflected a failure of compassion. Then in Luke 9:37-43, we are told of an encounter in the life of the disciples where they had a failure in the power and faith department. On another occasion, Luke 9:44, 45, Jesus has just shared that He was going to be betrayed. But they did not understand and they were afraid to ask Him about this saying. The failure was not that they did not understand. Their failure was that they did not ask for understanding. Then in Luke 9:46, “A dispute arose among them as to which of them would be the greatest.” A total failure of humility. Once, in Luke 9:49, John said, “Master, we saw someone casting out demons in Your name, and we forbade him because he does not follow with us.” This was a failure to recognize that the Lord has many people doing His work. And finally, in Luke 9:54. James and John said, “Lord do You want us to command fire to come down from heaven and consume them?” This may perhaps be the most serious failure of all. James and John were guilty of a failure of love. We know that Judas Iscariot was ultimately a betrayer of Jesus Christ. But as far as the remaining eleven disciples, in spite of their failures, the Lord loved them and continued to work with them … until their successes outweighed their failures. He does the same for us! Vsanders875@centurylink.net

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But that’s a different story. “Where is that aggravating noise coming from?” At one point, she looked at me and said, “Why are you smiling?” Not realizing I was smiling, I just looked at her and said, “I’m enjoying that wonderful music.” “Well, stop it and help me find where that tree frog is.” We never did find that tree frog that night. It sang all night long, and when I got up in the morning, it was just finishing its concert. For the next several nights, that tree frog entertained us with its musical concert. I enjoyed it while my wife despised it. A few days later, my wife got up, came into the living room, and asked, “Where is that noise?” “Oh,” I said rather cheerfully, “you mean the musical concert we enjoyed for the last several nights.” She looked at me with one of her looks. “I think the tree frog has finished its concert and has moved on to its next engagement.” For a moment, I was a little sorry because I enjoyed all the music from that tree frog. If up to me, and it isn’t, I would engage that tree frog for a

concert every night. Last night as we were sitting in the living room, my wife said, “Isn’t that wonderful?” Not knowing what she meant, I asked her, and she said, “that aggravating noise from the tree frog is gone. I really enjoy the quiet.” For a moment, I wanted to reply, “I really enjoyed the tree frog concert.” I knew that would not be the proper thing to say at a time like this. There is a time when you can agree on something. We don’t have to agree on everything, but we need to agree on that which is important. Amos, the Old Testament prophet, said it this way, “Can two walk together, except they be agreed?” (Amos 3:3). Throughout my life, I have discovered that the important thing is not what you disagree about but rather what you agree on, and that brings you together. Dr. James L. Snyder is pastor of the Family of God Fellowship, Ocala, FL 34472. He lives with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage in Silver Springs Shores. Call him at 352216-3025 or e-mail jamessnyder2@ att.net. The church web site is www. whatafellowship.com.

1 to 1 Technology Supports Omaha Public Schools Students In just a few months amid a global pandemic, Omaha Public Schools went “1 to 1” by investing in more than 54,000 iPads with built-in internet connectivity for the students of our community. As students return to the classroom virtually, this essential device will help them succeed during remote learning. Based on the global supply chain, iPads are arriving in waves throughout August and September. Approximately 45,000 were already in students’ hands as of Sept. 4. With more districts moving to remote or hybrid learning models, technology has been in high demand. “We recognized right away last spring that as the pandemic was likely to affect this school year, we needed to be prepared,” Bryan Dunne, director of Information Management Services, said. “The grandness of what we’re trying to accomplish with the number of people we’re trying to get the device and internet to normally would be done in longer timeline. I think we are fortunate that we did proceed last spring.” The district learned many lessons after transitioning to fully remote learning in March. Teachers, administration and technology staff worked together with families for everything from distribution to logging in and creating exciting virtual lessons. Staff sincerely appreciate the support of parents, grandparents and other family members in navigating through this time. “We’ve learned a lot about how to engage students online and create expectations for them so they know that this is still school – it just looks a little bit different,” Marrs Magnet Center Principal Angelique Gunderson said. “With how much we all miss our children, to be able to see their faces has been a delight.” Even though the unique challenges of this time, the initiative has opened new opportunities for students and families as educational partners. “I think a unique byproduct from all of this is that we have a lot of families who are new to our country learning right along with their kids,” Kennedy Elementary Principal Tony Gunter said. “They’re engaged in their lessons with students. They’re interested in what the kids are learning and they’re learning right alongside them.” While students are relying on iPads to connect with their teachers during virtual learning, they will continue to use them as educational tools when they return to their school buildings. “I think that for the future there will always be a hybrid of using technology no matter what career they choose and wherever they happen to go in life – it’s part of their daily world,” Gunderson said. “The foresight to get 54,000 devices out to students is outstanding and we’re very, very thankful that our leadership has done this for us, and our kids are too.”

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Diversity and Inclusion Are Keys to Effective COVID-19 Clinical Trials By Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. African Americans and other people of color continue to disproportionately die from the highly infectious spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the United States of America in 2020. It is a global pandemic. But in America, it is people of African descent who are suffering at an unprecedented rate of morbidities and death from this deadly airborne virus. Thus, the “State of Emergency” with respect to COVID-19 continues as the debate is escalating about whether or not African Americans and others should participate in clinical trials that are attempting to develop a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine. To reiterate, the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), as the trusted voice of Black America, in March of 2020 established the NNPA Coronavirus Task Force as a means of increasing public awareness about the overall preexisting health disparities in Black America and about the disproportionate fatal consequences of COVID-19 for African Americans and other people of color. Trust is something that is not easy to establish in any circumstance. When it comes to medical research, however, there are valid reasons why African Americans have to make sure that they trust the people, institutions, and the science that are involve in the search for a COVID-19 vaccine. We fully understand that point, and that is why we continue write, speak and to encourage greater public awareness and involvement by African American research scientists, infectious disease scholars and physicians, and other expert clinicians to take leadership in the current COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials to assure that the public health interests of Black America are protected and well served. Again, I am going to repeat that, “Black Americans have to be involved at all levels of responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. We cannot afford to be silent, detached, denied, or prevented from being at the decision-making tables in terms of COVID19 public health policies, research, clinical

trials, remedies, and vaccine development. Our lives and future are at stake.” In other words, African American engagement is still crucial and critical in the development of a COVID-19 vaccine including participation in clinical trials to make sure that the new vaccine is effective to prevent African Americans and others from COVID-19 infections and preventable death. Previously, I mentioned that 3 years ago the NNPA, Howard University and Pfizer collaborated to do a national landmark poll and study on African American awareness on Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). This was important because African Americans also are disproportionately impacted by SCD across the nation. To the surprise of many, included in that NNPA-Howard University-Pfizer national research poll and study was the issue of the willingness African Americans to participate in clinical trials with respect to SCD. It was noteworthy and on point to our current public health challenges to learn and to document that 76% of African American poll respondents had a positive or neutral attitudes toward SCD clinical trials, and a majority indicated a willingness to participate in future clinical trials for SCD, given appropriate knowledge and recommendations from health care professionals. It is good to now witness the Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, Morehouse School of Medicine, the National Medical Association and other African American medical leaders in the public health space take an active and visible role in the effort to insure “diversity and inclusion” with respect to African American participation in COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials. We must take the lead, keep the faith, build the trust, and demand transparency, diversity and inclusion in the development of a safe and effective vaccine for COVID19. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. is the President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and can be reached at dr.bchavis@nnpa.org

Steps Toward Police Reform By Madeline Adams “For one Black officer from Michigan, It’s the small moments that matter.”(by Lynsea Garrison, NYC, Sept. 4, 2020) (This commentary was written by a Native Omahan who now resides in Texas) I can relate to this article because I am a Senior African American female, who fears for her sons and grandsons every time they leave their homes, be it day or night. This article reports that in the wake of the current killings of Black men, there has been a lot of talk about police reform.to defund and dismantle departments, and/or to train them better and to recruit wider. So, my question is who will be doing this recruiting and better training? Surely not the regular or same officers who have trained or recruited the officers who are doing these killings? What will change about local police practices if the police are continually being trained by the same trainers who have preconceived opinions about Black men and boys? I’m thinking you must change cooks if you want the recipe to have a better taste. According to the news article, this NYC reporter, Lynsea Garrison, wanted to ask a Black officer: “Do you think these efforts will lead to meaningful change?” Reporter Garrison interviewed Scott Watson, a Black officer from Flint, Michigan, and in their conversation, he stated he was unconvinced. Officer Watson explained to NYC Reporter Garrison, that defunding, has essentially been underway in Flint. He further explained that the city’s police department is often cited as one of the most underfunded, underresourced and understaffed in the nation. In his 23 years on the force, Scott said he had seen salaries slashed, officers laid off, and the department put under emergency management. I do agree with his opinion, that as far as better training, the problems are deeper than what an unconscious bias training could fix. Because it is not a training issue, this is a mindset. What it taught me is that time does not necessarily bring about a change. The article challenged me in a way that I ask myself, who’s really listening to citizens, Black or White,those who are tired of

“business as usual” with Police. The article did not reassure me in the least. And I don’t have any confidence that police practices and/or police policies will change. The use of excessive force has been routine police practices for generations. This news article only moved me to, once again, disappointment People and never ask questions first. As I remarked earlier, you must change cooks if you want the recipe to have a better taste. Excessive force has been a trademark both locally and nationally since Jim Crow days. Death not only of Black men but also Black women and Black children is not new news. So how do you reform a mindset? Officer Scott said he didn’t know, but he was trying to focus on using intimate, interpersonal moments to model new ways of working and to facilitate meaningful cultural change. To explain, Officer Watson recalled how his White partner handled a call a few months ago: According to Scott, a man was shot in the head outside a residence in Flint. Scott and one of his younger White colleagues roped off the crime scene. Inside the residence were three Black toddlers, Scott said. They were sleeping inside when the gunshots rang out. When their grandmother came to pick them up, the young white officer led her through the crime scene on the street and into the house, so that she could carry the kids out. Scott saw a teaching moment here. He pulled the officer aside and told him that by taking the grandmother through the crime scene, the officer was communicating that he was afraid. If he had instead gone inside to pick up the children and bring them out to her on the street, it would have made the children feel safe, and it would’ve made the grandmother feel like these officers care. “That would’ve spoken volumes,” Scott said. For Officer Scott, it is not necessarily the policies around body cameras, standardized unconscious bias training or adjustments to budgets that will change policing. It’s the moments that can’t be codified into policy. Moments that require honest and hard conversations between people about bias, racism, and work culture. And it’s those conversations that can make change so difficult.

YOUTH NEWS THE OMAHA STAR Page Five Nelson Mandela Elementary 2020 National American Miss Welcomes New Paraeducators Nebraska Junior Preteen At Mandela, academic success depends equally on all members of its community,

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the volunteers, the scholars, their families, the paraeducators, the teachers, and the administration. These members all contribute equally but differently. Today, it is the paraeducators that receive the spotlight. Paraeducators around the world are known for their day-to-day support for both scholars and teachers, and Mandela is no exception. At Mandela, each classroom has a teacher/para duo, and they are partners. This year, Mandela welcomes four new paraeducators to the team. Kate Pomrenke grew up in Orange City, Iowa. She graduated from Aurora University with a Bachelor of Arts in Music in 2015. She then went on to earn a Master of Music degree from Bowling Green State University. In Spring of 2018, she was offered a position at Opera Omaha as a Holland Community Opera Fellow. During this time, Pomrenke worked as a partner with Nelson Mandela Elementary, working with Meerkat Melodies and the after-school Opera Creative Program. Bailey Shirley is from Sidney, Iowa. She graduated with a Bachelor of Education in 2018 from College of Saint Mary and a minor in Spanish. She did her student teaching in Sidney, Iowa. Shirley has worked at the YMCA as a preschool teacher/lead as well as Mandela’s afterschool program, Kids Can. She has experience with kids of all ages, from early childhood to high school. Michael Wilhelm grew up traveling around the United States since his father served in the Army. After graduating from high school, he attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. In 1988, he took a full-time position with the Emmy Gifford Children’s Theater in Omaha. He spent the next 28 years working for the EGCT, which later became known as the Omaha Theater Company for Young People at the Rose. At Mandela, Wilhelm is excited to be in a classroom environment and spend more time working directly with scholars. Jarrell Williams is from Omaha, Nebraska. Williams attended various colleges around Nebraska and Iowa. He began at Iowa Western where he played football and studied to become an athletic trainer. After a year, Williams transferred to Wayne State University where he majored in education. Finally, he attended Peru State College where he played basketball for two years. During this time, Williams discovered a passion for coaching. He coached at Omaha Burke as a JV and Varsity girls basketball coach, Omaha Elite for their AAU summer basketball team, and at North High School as a football coach for the Jr. Lil Vikes. Mandela is excited to welcome their new paraeducators and confident that they will help the scholars reach their fullest potential.

Grand Opening for NorthStar You are invited to join us as we celebrate program serves between 60-80 boys each the Grand Opening for NorthStar’s new day who attend class in person at parochial South Addition. or private schools. The South Addition could not have come Note: Please be aware that NorthStar at a better time. In this time of social follows very firm COVID-19 safety distancing, an additional 17,000 feet of measures. Temperature checks, masks, and space has made it possible for NorthStar hand washing will be required for any to continue serving the boys who were person who enters the building or interacts enrolled prior to COVID-19 restrictions. with our students. These requirements have The new addition transforms NorthStar’s been in place since March and as of this footprint from 33,000 square feet to 50,000 writing, there have been zero reports of square feet. COVID-19 related to our campus. Thank The South Expansion is home to the you. “Leaders & Achievers High School Wing” which provides a home base for 9th to 12th grade boys. It includes two classrooms, Caring for someone with six tutor-student study Alzheimer’s isn’t easy. rooms, gathering space and office space. Additionally, Reaching us is. the expansion includes a new dining hall named the “Dr. CC & Mabel Criss Flight Deck,” which features a 1946 Piper Cub, the STEM Innovation Hub, the “Hawks Skybox” Game Room, and the NorthStar Clothing Locker. Outside additions include a new exterior patio, “learning stairs,” and secondary soccer/lacrosse field. Currently, NorthStar is running a satellite school If you care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss or dementia, you are not alone. We’re here day for Omaha Public School or night — whenever you need us — oﬀering reliable information and support. students grades 3-12, so Free 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center: alz.org/care strict adherence to campus COVID-19 protocols will be required. NorthStar’s daytime program currently serves 110 boys during the day, at 12% building capacity. The afterschool

Miss Aaliyah Cartwright, daughter of Tia Boatwright and Ralyn Cartwright, has earned the prestigious title of the 2020 National American Miss Nebraska Junior Preteen at the state pageant. She will be attending the National Pageant to be held in Orlando, Florida at Disneyworld® during Thanksgiving week, representing the great state of Nebraska, where she will have the opportunity to win her share of over $500,000 in cash and prizes! National American Miss Pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders. Each year, the National American Miss Pageants awards 1.5 Million dollars in cash, scholarships, and prizes to recognize and assist the development of young women nationwide. National American Miss has added the ultimate door prize to Nationals 2020. Each girl that qualifies for the national pageant has a chance to win a new 2020 Ford Mustang Convertible. For more details visit www.namiss.com/car. National American Miss is dedicated to developing the success of young women across our nation with a program that is designed to be age-appropriate and family-oriented. Pageants are held in each state for girls ages four to eighteen in five different age divisions. The National American Miss Pageants are for “Today’s Girl” and “Tomorrow’s Leaders.” The pageant program is based on inner beauty, as well as poise, presentation, and offers an “All American Spirit” of fun for family and friends. Emphasis is placed on the importance of gaining self-confidence, learning new skills, learning good attitudes about competition, and setting and achieving personal goals. The pageant seeks to recognize the accomplishments of each girl while encouraging her to set goals for the future! Miss Cartwright’s activities include being a scholar at Nelson Mandela Elementary School, Girl Scouts, a member of the Mini Brigrade at the Rose Theater and a dancer at I am Dance. Her sponsors for the pageant were Family and friends.

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ALLEN CHAPEL A.M.E.

Rev. Benjamin R. Finnell

Rev. Benjamin R. Finnell, Presiding Elder and Pastor Tammi Tate, Public Relations Chairperson 2842 Monroe St. Ph: (402) 502-8003 Fx: 934-8581 Sunday School...........................9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship......................10:00 a.m. Thursday Bible Study..............8:00 p.m. via teleconference, dial-in number 563-999-2090 and access code 576989

ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Jarrod S. Parker

MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH 2019 Burdette Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-342-0018

3616 Spaulding Street, Omaha, NE 68111 Phone: 402-451-0307 Email: smbcsecretary@ stmarkbaptist.org Pastor Jarrod S. Parker

Sunday School – Sunday 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service .............10:00 a.m. Sunday School .................8:45 a.m. Excluding First Sunday Tuesday Evening Service.........7:00 p.m.

“Where Life is for Everyone”

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

SUNDAYS 10:00 AM

Worship Service – Sunday 10:15 a.m. Children’s Church (except 2nd Sunday) Holy Communion every 1st Sunday Prayer and Bible Doctrine Study Midday - 12:00 noon; Evening – 7:00 p.m. Televised Broadcast – Sundays at 6:00 p.m., KPAO Cox Channel 22 & CenturyLink Channel 89 Our Mission: “To exalt the Savior, edify saints, evangelize sinners and elevate society.”

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

MOUNT CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

Drs. Mar n & Lynnell Williams Founders & Lead Pastors

Rev. Dr. Lorenzo S.L. Fincher Senior Pastor 5318 South 30th Street Omaha, NE 68107 Phone: (402) 731-1840

Mass Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am in Rectory (2218 Binney) Saturday - 5:00 pm Sunday - 8:15 am and 10:30 am

MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Dr. Ralph B. Lassiter, Pastor 2602 N. 24th St. Off: (402) 451-8800 Fax: (402) 451-8522 mtmoriahomaha.net pastorlassiter@gmail.com Rev. Ralph Lassiter, Sr.

Sunday School .............................................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship ..........................................10:45 a.m. Overcomers in Christ......................Sunday 7:00 p.m.

CLAIR MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Fr. Dave Korth

Thursday - School Mass 8:10 am in Church

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

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.

“Large enough to serve you, Small enough to know you”

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

Fr. Dave Korth 2207 Wirt Street Omaha, NE 68110 Phone: 402-451-5755

5112 Ames Avenue Omaha, NE 68104 (402) 457-4216 Church Phone (402) 453-4084 Pastor’s Office

BETHEL MISSIONARAY BAPTIST CHURCH

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

“Jesus is the Light of the World” Bishop Kevin Chambers, Senior Pastor (Elect) www.m3comaha.org

Wednesday Bible-Prayer Service 11:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m

SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH Serving God and One Another in the Spirit of Excellence Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus Senior Pastor 3131 Lake Street Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1000 www.salembc.org

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.

“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.

TABERNACLE OF FAITH CHURCH

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

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

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

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Kent H. Little, 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.

PLEASANT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kent H. Little

Pastor Barbara Mitchell

8:30 am Early Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 - 10:15 am Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:15 - 11:15 am Sunday School 11:30 am Sunday Morning Worship 6:30 pm Wednesday Bible Study 8:00 pm Friday Night Service Noon day prayer Thursday - Saturday

ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor

“Where CHRIST is Preeminent and the Word Prevails!”

2215 Grant Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-346-1502 Fax: 402-344-2720

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

Wednesday: Prayer Power Hour ......................................12:00 p.m Thursday: Youth For Christ ............................................6:00 p.m Prayer & Bible Study ....................................6:30 p.m Sunday: Sunday School.................................................9:00 a.m. Morning Worship..........................................10:15 a.m. Charles Galloway - President, Rev John Deang - Pastor, Dr John Beasley - Elder

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

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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ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH

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

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

JOY OF LIFE MINISTRIES COGIC Pastors Eric and Cynthia Butler Rev. Vitalis Anyanike

6401 N. 56th Street Omaha, NE 68104 Ph: 402-399-9628 E-Mail: Jolpastor@aol.com Sunday School..........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship......................10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship.......6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night ....................7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Youth Ministries

Pastor Kenneth A. Allen

HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH

Pastor Eric Butler and Co-Pastor Cynthia Butler

2901 Fontenelle Blvd. 68104 Ph: 402-451-6622 • Fax 402-457-6901 Mass Schedule: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Sun. 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & Noon (Spanish) Reconciliation: Sat. 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. or by appointment Pastor: Rev. Vitalis Anyanike

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

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BUSINESS BITES/CLASSIFIEDS THE OMAHA STAR REACH Contractor of the Month: Blair Freeman Group

Blair Freeman is 100% woman/minority owned and run construction company. That is unique in this industry! Ashley Kuhn and Maranda Adams were working together on a personal investment property and they were having difficulty with the contractor that was hired to do the job. This headache motivated each of them to pursue their Class A contractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licenses and become a part of the change how the construction process works. Blair Freeman is providing a missing piece to the community, making the construction process easier, more transparent, and more readily available to everyone. Ashley Kuhn and Maranda Adams are Blair Freeman. The company name represents the family names of both the partners. Ashley (Freeman) Kuhn and Maranda (Blair) Adams. Their mission is that they are women of color that are â&#x20AC;&#x153;reaching backâ&#x20AC;? and giving other women and people of color opportunities. It is important to Blair Freeman to

allow smaller companies (MBE and WBE) an opportunity to get to work with them as subs in a safe place where they can learn and grow in the industry. The biggest challenge that the company has faced is growth and navigating the jungle of balancing fast paced growth and maintaining the quality expected in their products and services. Both women are members of CREW Omaha (Commercial Real Estate Women) and that group has been very impactful in sending business to the company. The Chamber of Commerce program REACH has been a phone call away. The REACH program provides training for construction entrepreneurs and independent contractors in Omaha, helping grow our regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s construction industry. Blair Freeman has advice for others in the industry: â&#x20AC;˘ Perception and reputation is everything in business. Do GOOD

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business so it continues to be easy to maintain a positive reputation. â&#x20AC;˘ Own your mistakes, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hide or try to pass blame to other people. Simply picking up the phone when something goes wrong will solve most issues. â&#x20AC;˘ Network, Network, Network. Any event that you are invited toâ&#x20AC;Śgo. Any opportunity to be in the room with new peopleâ&#x20AC;Śtake it. Any opportunity to talk about yourself of your businessâ&#x20AC;Śuse it. You never know who is listening. The key to business growth is to keep your name alive and be the top of mind when someone needs your service that you offer. For information on REACH, please contact Frank Allen or Winsley Durand at the Omaha Chamber of Commerce.

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Omaha City Councilman Ben Gray will commemorative deliver a address on the Monday, Jan. UNMC campus 18, to on Rev. Martin Luther honor slain civil rights leader, 7, 2010 50 cents King Jr. Grayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s speech, which is sponsored The Nebraska Medical Center, by UNMC and Truhlsen Campus will be in the Events Center Center. in the Sorrell â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are pleased The Partnership to bring a city For community volunteer leader and tireless non-profit organization Our Kids, a Schools.â&#x20AC;? to campus,â&#x20AC;? Newland, M.D., that provides disadvantaged director of UNMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s said Myrna â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Partnership The mission of students For Our Kids Staples Foundation and coordinator of Equity Office academic enrichment with positive works to for Learning Inc. the Martin Luther provide Commemoration is to teach, train King Day received a $10,000 experiences, has mentary school disadvantaged ele- inspire. Committee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I and Founded in 2002, grant from Staples students with positive believe our campus Foundation for the founda- can look forward to an Learning, a private academic enrichment experiences,â&#x20AC;? tion has contributed inspiring and speech.â&#x20AC;? foundation created relevant said Briana Curran, million to national more than $17 manager, Staples The and Funding from SFFL by Staples Inc. Foundation that provide educational local charities best annual address is regularly for Learning. will support the one attended events â&#x20AC;&#x153;Staples and opportunities Winners Circle Foundation for on Martin Luther of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job skills for all program, which Learning supports King Jr. Day. people, with a This year, the event starts pro- Winners vides underserved the special Circle program, at noon, is free which cre- youth. emphasis on disadvantaged to the public. Guests dents with access elementary stu- ates an environment and open can park to rigorous math, Staples in Lot 15V, which where youth are Foundation for the visitor parking reading and citizenship recognized for is area located on Learning has also their achievements the south side developed lasting the Student Life Center increase their academic activities to teachers, peers, by relationships of at the corner of parents and the achievement. 40th & Jones com- of America, with Boys & Girls Clubs Streets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Winners munity.â&#x20AC;? Circle program Earth Force, Hispanic Gray is a first-time ensures disadvantaged Winners Circle students have for the 2nd District. elected city council member and All Our Kids Heritage Foundation, and the the resources and Initiative joined forces in for a Competitive support needed 2007 to form Prior to his election, Inner City. In addiOmaha City Councilman to Partnership develop an enthusiasm The tion, Staples Gray had a 30-year For Our Kids, to Ben Gray Foundation for a television for learning,â&#x20AC;? help dis- supports said Beth Smith, career as Learning photojournalist nered with Executive Director, advantaged students. The Partnership Ashoka, an â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kaleidoscopeâ&#x20AC;? the emergency Winners Circle on Omahaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ABCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and host of Nebraska develops and supportsorganization that KETV department at Program of The creates a community of caring Medical Center affiliate station, NewsWatch social entreprePartnership For dents from pre-kindergarten for stu- neurs around to use intervention The Our Kids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With discussions about 7. The show featured passionate gies to decrease youth the world, in nine stratesup- high school through tries: port from Staples violence, such a variety of Argentina, Belgium, coun- Gray has to help Foundation for as immediate community issues. engagement after violent won multiple Learning we can Brazil, taged youth graduate more disadvan- Canada, incidents to reduce local, regional tion attempts. continue France, Germany, awards as a reporter, and pursue highretaliaand national grades and standardized to increase er education the photojournalist In 1998, Gray to become employable Netherlands, Spain and test scores for Gray dedicates and his wife, youth throughout the United productive citizens much of his time and host. States. For more Freddie, began ing with the African-American Omaha Public lives of severely who give back information about workto foundation their community. at-risk youth and to improving the to close the Achievement or how to apply gang members. the achievement Council for a grant, is the emergency team He Omaha gaps of children visit www. staplesfoundation.org. Community Connection, director for Impact Public School in the (OPS) District. Inc. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a non-profit, One A sought lence prevention vio- his Martin after motivational speaker, organization. Its members Gray titled Luther King Jr. part- Love,â&#x20AC;? Day speech, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Strength after one of Dr. to Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most read books.

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On Jan. 4 the North Omaha Boys & Girls new and old Club Club opened members. The its doors to a new year with Club staff looks new Club parents forward to beginning age appropriate and members. programs for We offer a variety kids ages gram areas such of as, Sports, Fitness, 6-18. We offer five core Leadership Development, pro& Recreation, Character & Education & Career Life Skills, and Development, The Health & from certain schools Arts. We are also offering FREE transportation In order to qualify in the Omaha metro area (please a paid program for this special service all Club call for a listing). membership fee members Spring program and a valid membership must have fee is $30.00 card. Our that will be valid Club hours are from 3-8 p.m. Jan. 4 - May For more Club 7. Our and ask for Mr. information call Dave 342-2300 Happy New Year Felici, Unit Director. and we hope to see you at the Club!

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The countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest film festival for children and including traditional, teens will be making stop in Omaha CGI, collage beginning in January a tour stop-motion styles. and Live Action. Film Streams More than when tries are In presents the Best represented, including ten coun- Recommended English. Australia; 95 min. of the New York International ages: 9 to adult. works from Australia, (NYICFF). From Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Film Festival Germany, Denmark, Finland, France, Jan. 9 to March Latvia, Sweden, Streamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ruth 18, Film U.K. Switzerland, the Feb. 6-7, 11, 13-14, 18 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sokolof Theater, and nonprofit cinema, Omahaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s within the U.S. Tickets for all screenings Azur & Asmar Directed will screen five Best by Michel Ocelot. best programs of the for seniors, of NYICFF are $9 general, from $7 students, teachers A dazzling animated series continues the 2009 NYICFF. The dren, and chilFilm Streamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; feature about and $4.50 Young family two for Film Streams boys raised as brothers, Forever Members. and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who set off on dangerous quest which is made program, Streamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; All screenings will occur a through faraway possible in part at Film find Ruth Sokolof lands to and free the port from Lincoln with Theater, located Fairy of the Financial Group. sup- the corner of 14th at Animation. and Mike Fahey Founded in 1997, In English. France; Djinns. (for- Recommended NYICFF is dedicated merly Webster) Streets, to promoting one block south ages: 6 to adult. 99 min. Cuming Street. intelligent, of passionate, provocative cinematic More information works for audiences ages 3-18 and on all five programs Feb. 20-21, 25, 27-28, within Best helping to define March 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; NYICFF Kids of NYICFF compelling f a more online can be found Flix ilm experience at www.f ilmstreams.org A kaleidoscopic Juried by such for kids. www.gkids.tv/tour. collection of well-known filmmakers or animated the best John Turturro, For questions, short films as contact Casey Susan Sarandon, from around Logan at 933-0259 please world, featuring Schamus, Matthew the James email traditional x11 or CGI, at casey@filmstreams. collage, and stop-motion. animation, Sant, the festival Modine and Gus Van org. The schedule: has been described In English. 65 min. Recommended The New York by Times as being ages: 3 to 8. â&#x20AC;&#x153;devoted to the kind of fare Jan. 9-10, 14, that may be found March 6-7, 11, 16-17, 21 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Academy Awards at the Razzle 13-14, 18 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but not at the Dazzle Directed tiplex.â&#x20AC;? local mulby Darren Ashton. NYICFF Party Mix A mockumentary An all-animated skewering the Best of NYICFF program featuring absurdi- ious, features one live-action ties of competition hilarcomedy and youth dance troupe between kids on the vokingvisually stunning, and thought-profour animated programs, involved circuit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the shorts, specifically hyper- older parents who intended for audiences. In live through Seniors Alexis English them. titles. Page and Ayomide 75 min. Recommendedor English suband queen at Adekunle were Central High ages: 9 to 16. crowned king Homecoming on

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rain Stepping Saints, on our parade,â&#x20AC;? said one of lining up for the as the drill team gathered to the Salem The NAACP has pray before 21st named Derrick Members laughed biennial Native Omahans their board of directors, Johnson, Day parade. as they recalled soaked uniforms the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vice chairman of performing in The unanimous interim president. raindecision was the Saints have over the years, 50 to be exact. committee of For 50 years thrilled crowds the board of directorsmade by the executive stepping and with their precision during the that Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stories and much always-on-beat rhythm section. high 108th annual convention Many in Baltimore. The the parade when laughter were shared the NAACP is the night before close to 100 largest team staffers rights organization and oldest civil gathered for their former members and drill celebration. 50th anniversary executive committeein the U.S. The reunion of the board is Saturday morning comprised of 14 during the parade, people. wore name tags the alumni members On May 19, with their dates their participation of service. They announced that the NAACP board consider ministry of Salemservice because they were Cornell William the contract of an outreach Baptist Church. Brooks, the outgoing team co-founder president, would According Salemâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pastor, Phyllis Hicks, it was in August to drill Brooksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; contract not be renewed. the Rev. J.C. ended on June holding a parade Wade Sr., had 1966 that Brooks began 30. the idea of his Wanting to shineto celebrate Salemâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual President in May tenure as NAACP Derrick Johnson youth a spotlight on of 2014. (NAACP) of the church, all of the youth month. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am thrilled a quickly began drill team was formed. The Derrick Johnson to announce that my friend girls choreographing and colleague has been appointed while the boys marching routines, CEO. I could interim president developed beats not think of a routines. Many to accompany more qualified better, more battle-testedand the of the young individual to guide people found or transition period,â&#x20AC;? the their said Leon Russell, NAACP through this niche and after board of the NAACP. their the chairman of the first performance, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Derrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longtime encouraged him to take decisive service with the Association Rev. will allow action to deal Wade to make will also serve with daily challenges. as the primary the drill He spokesman for have every confidence team the NAACP. I in Derrick permanent. new endeavor every step of the and will support him in this As the rain way.â&#x20AC;? In a statement came is truly an honor released on July 22, Johnson down said and a privilege Saturday morning, president and to be named the that it CEO of an organization interim aboard Ollie decades. the that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s served Trolley, for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot Hicks of work that needs and several of waste any time the getting to it. We to be done and we wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t original members threats to our are facing unprecedented democracy and marveled at the we will not be sea sidelined while of blue created See NAACP by continued on t-shirts worn by the Carolina blue Although page 2 current and alumni illness members as Jeanpierre and keeps Hicks on the sideline, they filled the Jeffrey co-directors Synceree street. as they carry on the Riggs look to her for guidance legacy. and leadership

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homes as you are hardly can continue to repair and buy I of the people that no good money and invest it now doing, save your â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dedicated to the service believe that the bonds that you and that evil shall not go wisely. Buy more Savings cause shall lack a champion Omaha Star has if and when things may be comfortable unopposed.â&#x20AC;? been in existence for change. seventy-two years a former pastor of the newspaper, Mildred Reverend Joseph Forbes, In an introduction to and I have been the said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mildred was St. John A. M. E. Church Gilbert wrote: publisher for the It is with profound pleashe made her paper To the Citizens of Omaha: a friend of the pastors ... last twenty years. It a platform. She Publishing Co., and [sic] available anytime we needed sure that the Omaha Star seems like yesterday well trained journalistic ministry. She believed that organization of energetic, by saw her work as a that I started after my One entire page day a paper of the people, God had given her a calling. minds, give to you this aunt Mildred Brown We here and now wish devoted to the work of the people and for the people. its was per edition was expired. Some of the Omaha Star dedicates community, submitted by to have you know that in the churches in the you have been supserving the general public the pastors. existence to the task of porters almost from It shall be our policy the struggle for Among her concerns was every way humanly possible. Others of the start. Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary path of duty in the behalf racial equality. Mildred to move in an unerring became supporters it already had. She worked bringing to you the local Star was in selling Many others became supportfoothold in Omaha than early role in the Omaha Black America in Omaha, for equalas the years went by. sincere it, as well as the national many organizations to work only an excellent salesperyou I want to give my news of the city as we find of tirelessly with of ads. She was not the National ers recently. To all of backing for the welfare could use the ads as a tool She was a member of son; she found that she highlights, promoting and to ity and peace. of Colored People thanks. to sell newspaper ads Black America in general. The Omaha Association for the Advancement Association, the her activism. She refused the citizens of Omaha and She at a newspaper is fascinating. our paper. advenworkers. Working journalistic black of Publishers sea employ because this is (NAACP), the Black As we launch out into the of companies that did not her readers to proStar is especially fascinating can the support of the general League, the Urban League Anyone who is interested also used editorials to encourage and she challenged National Business ture, we sincerely request Plains Black museum. This paper is about us. in when we as a group must military Nebraska, and the Great and issues. Where else test the segregation of the public. The time is at hand was submit their story, events the Martin Bomber plant During the time during which it was active, she Omaha Star a firm foundaSince the recent recession, them to apply for jobs that begin to build. Give the She De Porres Club, and also this State can this happen? and reading support and in Bellevue, Nebraska. rollerthe spokeswoman for the at Offutt Air Force Base tion by way of subscribing an emotional, financial after the paper has also been who is widely remem- allowed it to meet in the Omaha Star building in turn will build an enterhired Charles Washington, we will assure you that we are determined to persevere. and a mouthpiece and a to support their own facility. coaster at times but we civil rights, as a reporter the club ran out of funds to contact us concerning bered for his work for prise worthy of consideration, working in the commuI encourage the public who was the executive She spent countless hours or even if you want to columnist. Whitney Young, force for the people of Omaha. commucomplaints, recommendations are certainly apprecithe Star as a mouthpiece Urban League before eventu- nity, receiving over one hundred and fifty In addition to offering secretary of the Omaha the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unsung Heroine director of the National compliment us. Your comments community in Omaha, the nity service awards, including the NAACP, one of ally becoming the executive for the African-American in behalf of the community the community to realize ated. The staff is working for service awarded by League, contributed editorials. Awardâ&#x20AC;? Urban Gilberts also encouraged a better and more enlighten honored be to Africanattention power 16,000 boycotts to call and trying to always have people in the country The paper supported the positive effect the buying was small, and is an outstanding cater often only thirty-five time of her death. She paper. Our staff is very if they would carefully she and her staff were with this award by the to discrimination, and Americans could have working to satisfy you. Lyndon B. Johnson as a businesses that employed team and they are always to also appointed by President their purchases only to support base and I wish well. East Germany to investigate treated the community We have a large religious goodwill ambassador to African-Americans and for the support of the churches following the conissue of the paper, Edward express sincere thanks, alleged human rights violations worked to improve Specifically, in the second clergy leaders. Omaha the North and the also of She community members the in our struction of the Berlin Gilbert pointed out that least, I want to thank carriers and her office an ice cream shop Last but certainly not the lives of the newspaper black community were patronizing which would be there would not be that someone did not have Ice Cream, advertisers. Without advertising, workers. If she learned of at 24th and Lake, Reedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s published. Advertisements hiring practices over she would buy them bags an Omaha Star Newspaper enough food at home, targeted for their discriminatory an the printing of the publicalarded The newspaper carriPorres Club. Gilbert spent and retail sales pay for groceries to supply their a decade later by the De have stuck with party of our older advertisers shop and counted at least a special Christmas or Easter Many cream ice tions. received the us. often ers outside joined hour Newer ones have work, when they might approving of their us throughout the years. adverin gratitude for their hard one hundred African-Americans that they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to were given all year. their purchasing power. Others have the feeling them receive the only gifts they hiring practices through Americans we will give in 1989, the Omaha Star divorced in 1943, and tise because as African At the time of her death Mildred and Edward Gilbert in Star readers look at the a circulation of 30,685 her maiden name, Brown. our business anyway. Omaha and had a staff of twenty, and Mildred resumed using for those who support us Mildred Brown wrote, Omaha Star, the longest advertising in the paper thirty-nine states. In 1969, As the publisher of the from those advertisers. persist? The answer newspaper run by a woman, we encourage them to purchase or think our readers â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why then do Negro publishers of his press, all of operating black-owned refuse deprived neighborhood news and For those advertisers, who is clear. If the Negro is Mildred Brown provided to market to, we encourage through the years since than fifty years. The paper are not important enough the tortuous gains achieved commentary for more shop to ask those merchants lost, and tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Negro by calling attention to our readers when they his emancipation will be served an important function of the powerful forces, they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t? If they continue people in the black commuthat do not advertise Why youth will be at the mercy the accomplishments of Star, I urge our the ramparts of bigThe newspaper Omaha man the values. in still that positive advertise South to North and to refuse $$ nity and emphasizing got Mildred Brown their products. Remember who received awards, or otry, prejudice and discrimination.â&#x20AC;? to do so. From readers to stop buying recognized individuals compelled had previously been closed persisted because she felt speak. new jobs in industries that civic she had established readers, supporters, merIt announced acts of the first edition of her newspaper, Thanks again to my staff, to African-Americans. good writers and all others They highlighted one She guided the newspa- a challenge to herself and her staff, â&#x20AC;&#x153;that no chants advertisers, contributing labeled â&#x20AC;&#x153;troublemakers.â&#x20AC;? pride and community charity. existence of the Civil Rights and that evil shall not week in order to continue to making the continued the tumultuous eras of shall lack a champion support cause lend through who per neighborhood family per were staff On the occasion to the demonstrations Your help is greatly appreciMildred Brown and her in to foster a sense of community. Ms. Brown again Movement, from segregation the Omaha Star possible. for late go unopposed.â&#x20AC;? of their community, Brown to the racial unrest of the bright and continued future of the 1950s and 1960s, of the Starâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ninth anniversary, ated. I look forward to a the certainly champions outspoken voice in the wildercommunity, congratulated The Omaha Star reported particular. She was an 1960s and early 1970s. pledged her support to the not the Star in the Omaha community.. of its businesses and that occurred both locally ness that the tortuous gains of their emancipation triumphs and the tragedies North Omaha on the growth end. up this advice for her Mildred Brown was not are lost, and she worked tirelessly toward that and throughout the nation. fast development, and offered get any further a interested in letting discrimination neighbors. wishes to urge that you The Star on its anniversary

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