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Student Wins EPA’s High School Video Challenge

By Mark Smith, Director Quest Forward Academy Omaha The statewide winner of the Environmental Protection Agency’s “See a Bloom, Give it Room” High School Video Challenge has been announced, and it’s our own McKinley, a junior at Quest Forward Academy Omaha!

This challenge was put on by the EPA to promote awareness of harmful algae blooms, some of which produce toxins that can be harmful to people, animals, and the local environment, through the use of creative filmmaking. Because of the danger these blooms can pose, educating others about how to identify and avoid them is an important public health effort, especially in a state like Nebraska where many people enjoy water-based activities in the summer.

Passion Projects While McKinley began planning for the EPA’s High School Video Challenge and creating a script in early October, she’s had a passion for videography from a young age. She discovered her interest in videog-

From an early age, McKinley has had a passion for videography.

raphy when she first discovered YouTube.

She began creating short videos about her daily life and teaching herself tips and tricks to grow her editing skills.

At school, McKinley uses her video making skills to create Quest Forward Academy news segments that highlight aspects of school life. She also incorporates her passion for videography into her See EPA’s Video Challenge continued on page 3

Aileen Warren to Lead UNMC and UNO Office of Human Resources

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By Terri D. Sanders What a place in time … Black Lives Matter … We always knew that now we are getting ALL on board for this thought and acting accordingly. Omaha is the center of the nation and known as the Heartland. We made national news for not a good reason the death of James Scurlock. There will now be a Grand Jury for this case.

No Justice No Peace has been the chant of protestors around the world. Over 14 days of protesting and counting to bring about change. Protests come in various forms, Gathering in the park, marching in the street, chanting a phrase, sitting in at a location, and more. Protesting is defined as the expression of disapproval of or objection to something.

Protests can be individual statements or mass demonstrations. Protests brings light to dark places in our society. An act of 8 minutes and 46 seconds by a policeman in Minneapolis that ended the life of George Floyd lit a match to the powder keg of emotions and anguish that have led to where we are now. This is not the end but the beginning of change. We cannot take our foot off the gas until change photo credit: StableGray is realized.

We are still in a pandemic. That is not to be taken lightly. The pandemic is deadly. Masking, handwashing, social distancing, and testing are a way of life in 2020.

National statistics have shown that black and brown people are dying at an alarming rate. People are unemployed and some may never return to the job that they held in January 2020. Education has been disrupted on all levels. We are weary of “just” being at home. If we do not follow CDC guidelines, this will not get better and we are going to extend the effects on our society.

Economics in our community and the community at large is in a slump. Support those that support YOU. Black lives matter and Black dollars matter too! Support black businesses. Small business is the backbone of our country and we need that backbone to be strong.

Racism and Covid19 will go down in history as the dynamic duo that brought our nation to a fork in the road. The question is which road will we take and what is the destination? Black Lives do matter and I will not water that statement down it stands on its own. Keep going until Justice is located and planted firmly in our nation.

Prayers and Justice for the James Scurlock family

Aileen Warren, assistant vice chancel- career development, she will be a remarklor and director of the UNMC Office of able asset to UNO.” A transition period is currently underHuman Resources since 2014, also will lead the University of Nebraska at Omaha way to help refine processes between the Office of Human Resources, effective July two units; however, day-to-day operations and leadership among key areas such as 1.

At UNO, Warren will replace Cecil benefits, payroll and employee relations Hicks Jr., who has been named UNO’s first will not change.

In his new role, Hicks associate vice chancellor will provide campus-wide for diversity, equity, access leadership towards enhancand inclusion (DEAI), also effective July 1. ing and sustaining diversity through promoting a culture “Cecil and I have worked closely together on many of inclusiveness, accessibility and equity through the issues related to human resources throughout our development and coordinatenures with UNO and tion of strategic initiatives that contribute to the overall UNMC, and UNO faculty, staff and students will consuccess of faculty, staff and students. tinue to see the terrific service they’re accustomed to Hicks will also formally from the UNO HR office,” take over coordination of UNO’s compliance efforts said Warren, who will be an Aileen Warren associate vice chancellor in her new role. as it relates to federal programs such as “I look forward to the opportunity to lead Title IX, VAWA, the Campus SaVE Act the UNO office, and I’m really excited for and the Cleary Act. Hicks joined UNO in 2014 as director Cecil’s opportunity to serve the campus in of human resources following an extenhis very important new role.”

Warren, who earned her bachelor’s and sive career in both human resource manmaster’s degrees from UNO, brings more agement and diversity initiatives. This than 30 years’ experience in employee and includes serving as director of human community development, previously serv- resources for Lincoln Financial Group, ing in positions with First National Bank director of recruiting and diversity for of Omaha, WorldCom and First Data.

Woodmen of the World and director of As a result of these changes, joint oper- human resources for the City of Omaha, ations of UNO and UNMC’s Office of as well as leadership roles on Omaha Human Resources will continue moving community organizations including forward, which will allow for supplemen- Inclusive Communities, the Omaha Public tal, operational efficiencies and cost-sav- Schools Foundation, the Urban League of ings across the two campuses.

Nebraska, Kids Can, United Way of the “Aileen Warren is very well suited to Midlands and ICAN. “I am honored to serve in this role and assume this responsibility. She has extensive knowledge and experience in all to be part of the transformational change of the key areas of human resources,” process at UNO,” Hicks said. “Success Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., said. will be achieved through strong partner“From the exceptional respect she has ships and collaborations with not only the among her colleagues, to her knowledge UNO family but the entire University of of the UNO campus, to her ongoing Nebraska System and the Omaha commuinvolvement in employee engagement and nity at large.”

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The Omaha City Council approved the ordinance for North 24th Street Business Improvement District (BID) by a vote of 6 to 0. The North 24th Street Business Improvement District is established “for the purpose of providing specified activities, work and improvements in the North 24th Street area (Meredith Avenue to the north, 25th Avenue to the west, Cuming Street to the south, and 23rd Street to 20th Street to the east) of Omaha, Nebraska.”

Board members, along with North 24th Street business leaders and property owners, have determined the initial projects for the District will include: litter control, streetscape and façade improvements.

“It is prophetic that the day that North Omaha’s first business improvement district is passed, we are sorting through racial tensions and social unrest in our city. In 22

The NorthStar Foundation and Big Mama’s Kitchen & Catering (2112 N 30th Street, Suite 201) are partnering this summer to provide Family Meals to enrolled NorthStar students and their families on Monday evenings.

Since March, NorthStar, the allboys, after-school program for 3rd-12th grade, located at 4242 N 49th Avenue, has connected to families of enrolled boys through a variety of activities since schools closed on March 16th.

Every Monday through August, any family of an enrolled NorthStar student can pick up a Family Meal for 4-5 people at NorthStar while dinners last. The enrolled student or parent/guardian can pick up “Dinner with family can be one of the highlights of the week. Partnering with Big Mama’s – one of North Omaha’s outstanding businesses – to make great meals for NorthStar families is a win-win,” said Scott Hazelrigg, President of NorthStar Foundation.

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days, it will be the 51st anniversary of Vivian Strong’s murder by a white police officer on North 24th Street.

This event lead to riots, that spurred the decline of the once thriving commercial business district. The BID is a necessary instrument to fuel economic renewal on North 24th Street.

Improvements will help to restore basic infrastructure like sidewalks, while setting the stage for new housing, infill development and overall livability,” said LaVonya Goodwin, Board President, North 24th Street Business Improvement District.

“We look forward to the pride, dignity and value that the near north 24th St. residents will take in their properties and community because of the great work that’ll commence between us all and the North 24th St BID!” said Pastor Gary Ballard, Assembly of the Saints.

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step is to hire a groundskeeper to assist in implementing a Litter Control and Beautification plan.

Property owners within the BID area will not be assessed, $1.00 per linear front foot until 2021.

Under Nebraska statutes, cities are authorized to create a BID as a mechanism to raise funds and provide additional services to a business area.

Some of the common uses of these funds to benefit a BID include: • General maintenance, such as snow removal, weed control, litter removal, graffiti abatement or other general repairs; • Lighting, including holiday lights; • Beautification, such as landscaping, streetscapes, historic signage; • Promotion, such as festivals, district banners, and other events; • Parking, including acquisition, maintenance and operation of parking facilities; and security.

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“Bringing families to the table to share a meal was the vision of our founder Patricia “Big Mama” Barron and we are honored to partner with NorthStar to provide their families with home-cooked meals,” said Gladys Harrison, General Manager of Big Mama’s.

For 2020/2021 NorthStar enrollment information, contact Rose Roeder at rose@northstar360.org, call 402-6146360 or visit www.northstar360.org to enroll online.

What is NorthStar?

NorthStar is the only single sex, boys only after-school program in Greater Omaha. Building the promising futures of school-aged boys, the program helps its students achieve success both academically and in essential life skills with the ultimate goal of transforming our community and fostering positive growth in the next generation. NorthStar is in its third year of after-school and summer programming for young men in 3rd-12th grades on its campus at 49th & Ames Avenues.

University Announces Scholarships for Students Impacted by Pandemic In response to the unprecedented economic hardships millions of American families are now facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, fully online, nonprofit university Western Governors University is offering up to $3 million in scholarships to impacted individuals looking to strengthen their skills by earning a degree online, from the safety of their homes. The Bright Future Scholarship is open to new students who have lost income due to the global health crisis and are interested in earning a bachelor’s or master’s degree in any of WGU’s 60-plus degree programs in information technology, business, K-12 teacher education or health professions, including nursing.

Each Bright Future Scholarship is valued at up to $3,000 ($1,500 for the first six-month term and then $500 per term for three subsequent terms) and will be applied to Western Governors University’s already-low tuition of about $3,500 per six-month term. The needs-based scholarship will be awarded to individuals who can show evidence of loss of income in their household as a result of the pandemic. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2020.

“Since the start of physical distancing and mandatory business closures in response to COVID-19, millions of Americans have filed for unemployment, leading to the largest increase in unemployment in U.S. history,” said Dr. Angie Besendorfer, Regional Vice President of Western Governors University. “WGU’s mission has always been to increase access to affordable higher education for adults looking to further their education and that especially holds true today. We hope this scholarship offering will help students who have been directly impacted by job or income loss during this unique time earn a degree that can help them find meaningful employment as they look towards a brighter future.”

In addition to offering scholarships to those impacted

by COVID-19, WGU is also providing $7 million in emergency aid across the nation to current students experiencing financial and healthcare hardships as a result of COVID-19. This includes non-tuition emergency aid to support current students with expenses that threaten their academic progress, such as rent, groceries, medical bills, internet service and other essential needs; enhanced financial support to provide hardship scholarships for current students who need tuition assistance due to financial disruptions; funding for help with restructured payment plans or tuition and fee credits for some eligible students; and funding for interrupted terms to support eligible current students, such as those who cannot complete in-person demonstration teaching and clinical rotations.

WGU is the leader in providing quality, online higher educational opportunities that equip students with the skills they need to excel their careers. Unlike a traditional college program, WGU caters to adults with previous work experience or who are currently working and looking to further their careers through education. The university’s competency-based education model allows adult students to take advantage of prior learning and experience to move quickly through material they already know so they can focus on what they still need to learn.

For more information about Western Governors University or the “Bright Future” scholarship, visit www. wgu.edu.

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EPA’s Video Challenge continued from page 1 regular school work, a unique benefit of attending a Quest Forward Academy. When asked what she likes most about creating videos, McKinley says that she wants to “inspire others” and she likes being in control of how her vision comes to life so that the videos “come out well for the viewers.”

Habits In Action For McKinley’s harmful algal blooms video, she combined the video editing skills she’s honed with the Essential Habits she regularly practices at Quest Forward Academy. The two habits that helped her the most throughout this project were Be Curious McKinley regularly uses her video making skills to and Communicate & Collaborate. She practiced create Quest Forward Academy news segments. her curiosity by researching the science behind harmful algal blooms, and she practiced collaboration by working with her science mentor to create interview footage that could be incorporated in her video.

McKinley was ecstatic when the news came a few months later that she was the Nebraska State winner and that she was also the recipient of a $2,000 prize.

What’s Next The EPA plans to visit Quest Forward Academy Omaha to present McKinley with her prize and lead some learning experiences with several science classes once the school and the EPA resume in-person operations.

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PRAISE, WORSHIP, DEVOTION, OBITUARIES & INSPIRATION

Living on Purpose What Does The Cross Mean To You?

By Dr. William Holland We used to sing a vineyard worship song whose chorus said, “Refining fire– our one hearts desire – is to be holy – set apart for you Lord – I choose to be holy– Set apart for you, my Master – ready to do your will.” When a person accepts Christ, they make a holy vow of commitment to Jesus that promises they will never flirt, tease, or engage in any type of romantic activity with sin. It’s easy to sing a song, but are we really serious about our commitment and dedication? What are we thinking when we sing songs like this? “Set a fire down in my soul – that I can’t contain – that I can’t control – I want more of you God – I want more of you God.” Do we really want to be filled with Him, or just enough to make it to heaven? Maybe we do not realize what salvation actually is. Matthew 16:24 is such a profound statement from Jesus and worthy of our highest consideration. “Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.”

The reality of us being lost and then being found is the greatest gift we could ever receive. To believe with faith and be saved by His grace is a miracle from heaven.

However, in case no one ever mentioned it, being bornagain is not without conditions or accountability. There is more to being saved than just raising your hand and receiving a golden ticket. Redemption is entering into a marriage covenant with Christ and taking a holy vow to give ourselves entirely to Him and to allow Him to reign within us as Lord and King. We are not just dating the Lord; we are to be completely sold out to Him100 percent.

Not 50 or 60 percent committed – we are to be walking in His presence every moment– we are to be “living” in the Holy of Holies with Him. How many have a passion for this type of relationship? Probably not that many which is why they call His followers a remnant. The truth is that very few really want to be committed to this extent. What makes you say that? Well, we can see that hardly anyone is this radical and we can also examine our own life and determine if we are living in this extreme spiritual level.

We are able to do whatever we want and this means we can be as close to God as we desire. However, if we are not as close to Him as we can be, something must be stopping us. What is it? It’s simply a rebellious refusal to surrender our will to Jesus? Do we actually have a passion to become sanctified and holy to the point where sin makes us nauseated? Are we in control of our life, or is our life in control of us? The cross is a symbol of death and hope all at the same time. Jesus died and rose from the dead and likewise our old nature must die so that we can live as a brand new creation in Christ.

(Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com)

William Victor ‘Boogie’ Anders William Victor “Boogie” Anders made his last trip around the sun on May 28. “Boogie” was the nickname given by his grandmother, Estelle Anders. The name was given not for his great dancing ability but because he would have a fit like a Boogie.

Boogie, a 1958 graduate of Omaha Tech was voted Most Talented & Most Musical. After graduating from Southern University in 1971, he embarked on a very successful corporate management.

After graduating from Southern University in 1971, he embarked career with Gallo Wine Co. and was later promoted as a District Manager working in Los Angeles, CA. In 1974, he became the Market Manager with Olympia Brewing Co. in Southern CA. In 1982, Boogie relocated to Atlanta and joined Ferrellgas Propane as a Major Market Manager. He later retired in 2002 from Glogas Propane as General Manager. After retiring he was a substitute teacher for DeKalb County Middle Schools. Then in full retirement, he spent time honing in on his golf game and hunting for golf balls. He was a huge Cornhusker fan and often wore Husker gear and looked forward to another winning season.

He is preceded in death by his parents; Glenn Anders and June Lawson, his beloved Grandmother, Estelle Anders; Foster siblings, Fred Clough and Eleanor Sterns.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years Dr. Marion Anders, Brothers Terry of San Francisco, CA and Michal (Alice) St. Louis, MO; Foster siblings Dorothy Taylor and Carl Clough; Children: Danette Hogan (the late Steven), Kelly (Council Bluffs, IA), Damon Bridges-Anders (Barbara) Stockton, CA, Dr. Tiffany Brown (Michael) Marietta, GA, and Damon Marietta, GA. Grandchildren: Steven, II Omaha, NE, Sierra Charlotte, NC, and Jordan, Jalen, and Madison Marietta, GA. Very close cousins; Carole WoodsHarris, James Anders, Dale Anders and Rodney Stewart.

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Women’s Rights Champion Julia D. Anderson Dies at 95

By Amanda Paris Public Relations Chair, OS-NCNW Julia D. Anderson, a lifelong champion for women’s rights, passed away on Sunday, May 31. The women’s rights icon was 95.

She will be missed by her daughter, Dianne Rutledge; grandson, Clarence Rutledge; and a host of friends and colleagues.

Julia D. Anderson founded Anderson the Omaha Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., in 1979, and served as the Omaha Section-NCNW President from 1979-1983. She led, developed, and advocated for women of African descent as they supported their families. Her legacy is service to the community as she furthered the rights of women. “Julia was passionate, self-motivated, and served as mentor for many,” Deb Shaw recalls. “She took me under her wing and taught me about NCNW locally and nationally.”

Julia believed that NCNW provided the tools women needed to become effective leaders in the community.

One of those tools was parliamentary procedures which show how to effectively run meetings. Julia treated Robert’s Rules as it were the Bible because she knew that organizing, bringing people together and communicating in meetings were essential. She totally influenced many women to understand the importance of conducting any type of meeting with the techniques of Robert’s Rules.

She conducted workshops for NCNW as well as other organizations on how to use parliamentary procedures.

There would always be a test at the end. It was imperative that everyone knew the importance of parliamentary procedures and how to use them effectively. Julia was a member of the local and state unit of the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) for 20 years.

“She served as chapter president and various other positions in the local chapter, as long as her health would allow,” said Jesse Statham, Parliamentarian & Member – NAP. Julia would always ask why and how questions in order to improve Omaha Section-NCNW. Julia was truly a trailblazer in the Omaha community. “She taught me that no matter how old you are, you can still accomplish great things with help from your friends. She was a valued leader who led by example and left an impression on my life and I want to help other young women like she helped me, through the OS-NCNW,” says Deb Shaw.

In the early years, Julia married Lloyd Killgo and moved to Ripley, TN, where they lived for 4 years.

While in TN, Julia worked in the cotton gin, processing bales of cotton for shipment. Uncomplacent, Julia enrolled at A & I State University in TN, and later served as a substitute teacher in the segregated TN school system. These experiences helped her to conclude that her mission was service to others.

The Killgo’s moved to Omaha and they had one child, Dianne. In the early 60’s the opportunity arose for Julia to take the Civil Service exam for the U.S. Postal Service. Julia passed the exam with flying colors and worked for the Post Office for 26 years. Julia worked many positions while at the Post Office and retired as an EEO Counselor.

Her additional involvement in Civic organizations includes Worthy Matron of the Omaha Eastern Star; National Federation of Business and Professional Women, Inc., serving as Chairman of Committees, and as 1st and 2nd Vice-President. Julia was honored to be the first to receive the Shirley Wasley Award from UNO for Women in Advanced Years. She attended the First class of the “Blue Print,” a class sponsored by the United Way on leadership and being involved with organization boards.

Julia has passed on to a better place, but her legacy remains. May she rest in peace. Our love, prayers, and condolences go out to her family.

Fathers, One of a Kind

By Velma J. Sanders Singular in his reflection and distinctive in form, fathers are one of a kind. Although human fathers are plenteous in number, the position of father is unique because the role of father reaches into the eternal and everlasting realm. It is a projection, on earth, of God who is in heaven. One of God’s many names that He has revealed to us is Father and then, Everlasting Father.

Consider this: The role and office of father did not begin with the creation of the first man, Adam; nor did it begin with the birth of the first children, Cain and Abel. The honorable position of father was established ages before man was created or before time itself existed. That is how it was, before time and in the beginning, behind and before everything, is God the Father.

Let us ponder, for a moment, the creation of man. God stooped and formed man of the dust of the ground; and then God stoops yet lower, as it were, and breathes into man’s nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. With the opening of Adam’s eyes, the first that he sees – is God! God first presents Himself to man. Then, He gives to that man, made in His image and after His likeness: provision; dominion; responsibility; wife; children. Father and fatherhood are an office, a duty and a privilege. It has spiritual obligations and responsibilities as a prophet,

a priest and a king. The earthly father was made by God to provide structure and dignity, and as a vehicle to bring about opportunities for growth and glory.

So, we honor and esteem highly fathers. This is both our Christian and civic duty. We commemorate you even more so because your position as father, reflecting the glory of God the Father, is like no other position known. To be a father is one of the highest positions, if not the highest position that can be granted to a man.

First and foremost, and common to us all is one biological father. But allow me to also recognize others that come under the category of father. There are: grandfathers and great-grandfathers; single fathers; step-fathers; fathers through adoption; foster fathers; spiritual fathers, and also fathers-in-law.

We recognize that earthly fathers are not all-knowing or all-powerful. We know that you are not perfect and like the rest of us, have made your share of mistakes. But we also know that you have, as we have, matured through the years. We appreciate your sacrifices and hard work to provide for your children. We thank you for going through your days of struggle and disappointment. We also know that you have possessed immeasurable seasons of contentment. Thank you for being there to nourish, protect and uphold; for providing food, clothing and shelter; encouragement, discipline and instruction. Fathers, you are one of a kind!

And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became … father.

Charlene Helen Robinson Charlene Helen Robinson passed away on May 30 from COVID-19. Charlene was born on December 26, 1931 to Charles and Mazie Womack. Charlene was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Robinson, daughter Kathleen Robinson, her parents, sister Betty (Wilmoth) Hayes and brother Stephen Womack. She is survived by her daughter Julie Robinson and sonin-law Neil Eisenhart, son Thomas Robinson, grandson Jordan Thurman, granddaughter Brooke Thurman and her fiancé Mark Godfrey, sister Edith (Melvin) Swillie, sistersin-law Florence Combs and Thelma Gandy Robinson, brothers-in-law Lawrence (Shirley) Robinson and Bill Robinson, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Charlene graduated from Creighton University in 1954 with a BSN and was a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. She later earned a master’s degree from Kansas State University, was one of the first nurse practitioners in Kansas and was an adjunct

faculty member at Wichita State University. Her early career included nursing positions with the Department of Defense and the Panama Canal Zone Authority during her husband’s military career. She retired from the Veteran’s Administration, where she specialized in geriatrics, inspected nursing homes housing veterans, and ran the VA Hospital’s hypertension clinic. She now lives in eternity.

The family thanks the amazing team of doctors, nurses and staff at the University of Kansas Medical Center COVID Unit, who fought for her life, and then comforted her as she departed.

Funeral Services Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, the service will be lived streamed on the Amos Family Funeral Home Facebook page at 1 p.m. Friday, June 5.

Memorial Contributions The family suggests donations in her memory to: Creighton University School of Nursing, 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178 or Healing House of Kansas City Inc., 4505 St. John Ave., Kansas City, MO 64123

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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

MOUNT CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

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ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

Pastor Jarrod S. Parker

Sunday School – Sunday 9:00 a.m.

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

Sunday Morning Worship Experience ......... 11:00 a.m.

Word On Wednesday (WOW) ........................ 7:00 p.m.

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.

MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

“Where Life is for Everyone”

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

Drs. Mar n & Lynnell Williams Founders & Lead Pastors WEDNESDAYS Prayer 6:00 PM Worship 7:00 PM

SUNDAYS Prayer 9:00 AM Worship 10:00 AM

www.ambassadorswc.com 402-341-1866 5417 N 103rd St. Omaha, NE 68134

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.”

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

Rev. Ralph Lassiter, Sr.

Fr. Dave Korth

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

Sunday Worship ..........................................10:45 a.m.

Overcomers in Christ......................Sunday 7:00 p.m.

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

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

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.

Mass Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am in Rectory (2218 Binney)

MT. NEBO MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Thursday - School Mass 8:10 am in Church

“The Church Where Fellowship is Real”

Saturday - 5:00 pm Sunday - 8:15 am and 10:30 am

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

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

Rev. Kent H. Little, Lead Pastor Services on Sundays at 8:30 am & 10:50 am

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.

PLEASANT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH

7020 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132 402.556.6262 www.fumcomaha.org

“Where CHRIST is Preeminent and the Word Prevails!”

First United Methodist Church is a welcoming and inclusive community, inspired to grow with and in God.

Rev. Kent H. Little

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

TABERNACLE OF FAITH CHURCH

Pastor Brian Page

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

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.

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

Charles Galloway - President, Rev John Deang - Pastor, Dr John Beasley - Elder

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

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

Rev. Vitalis Anyanike

ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH

ZION BAPTIST 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

Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor

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JOY OF LIFE MINISTRIES COGIC

HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH

Pastors Eric and 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

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: Rev. Vitalis Anyanike

Pastor Eric Butler and Co-Pastor Cynthia Butler

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

Pastor Kenneth A. Allen

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)

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

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

MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH 2019 Burdette Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-342-0018 Worship Service .............10:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

LOCAL NEWS June 12, 2020 Creighton University Offers Job Search Tips For Students Graduating During COVID-19 Pandemic

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While the job market has been extremely strong and robust for college students and graduates over the past few years, 2020 graduates will be stepping into an uncertain employment landscape as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Jeremy Fisher, director of the John P. Fahey Career Center at Creighton University, students can expect the job search to take longer than normal as many companies are delaying hiring opportunities until the health, safety and financial implications of COVID-19 have stabilized.

“Many graduates that have already received job offers are experiencing delayed start dates until later this summer as most employers have transitioned to remote work,” Fisher said. “Summer internships also have been delayed, cancelled or

changed to virtual or remote experiences.”

Recent findings of the career center’s new graduate survey show 60% of graduates enter the workforce within six months of earning their undergraduate degrees while others are accepted into graduate schools or begin service programs. According to Fisher, this summer could be an ideal time for students to make themselves more marketable by taking summer classes online; learning new skills such as coding, web design or even a new foreign language; creating a website or online portfolio; contacting faculty about summer research opportunities; networking with alumni; and volunteering or job shadowing in industries of interest.

Concerning job industries, there is no question certain industries are being hit hard; however,

Fisher said it may not be necessary to completely change careers as long as the impacts of the pandemic don’t persist longer than the next few months. Fisher adds that there also is opportunity in industries that are continuing to hire, which include e-commerce; logistics and transportation; health care and medical devices; financial services and insurance; grocery; and digital technology firms.

COVID-19 also is affecting job interview processes. Students seeking employment can expect virtual recruiting and interview processes through platforms such as Zoom and WebEx. Fisher offers the following advice for job seekers during current conditions: Virtual interviews: Find a quiet space and practice interviews ahead of time to feel comfortable utilizing the technology. Be

prepared to answer skills-based questions, in addition to personality and behavior-based questions, which help employers determine if an applicant fits into the company’s work environment. The more knowledgeable a job seeker is about the position and the organization, the better they will be able to communicate to the interviewer how they will contribute to the organization’s goals. Ask good questions in an interview but refrain from asking questions regarding salary and benefits in an initial interview.

Networking is key: Receiving a referral or recommendation is the number one way to secure a job interview. Developing mutually beneficial relationships is important. Engage in networking opportunities through social media, virtual events and online databases. Creighton University utilizes

Handshake, an online platform that top universities use to help pair job seekers with recommended employers and job opportunities.

The power of social media: Signing up for social media accounts is encouraged, but beware of what is being posted to avoid hurting your image.

LinkedIn is great for marketing yourself and staying connected in the professional world. Social media also is a great tool to learn more about companies and their cultures.

The John P. Fahey Career Center assist students and alumni in exploring and preparing for job opportunities through virtual appointments, webinars and online career fairs.

For additional career resources, visit creighton.edu/careercenter/ covid19careerresources/

The SKY is the Limit High School Graduates

John Farmer III North High Magnet

Boris Adonis Forte` II Central High

Emilio Haynes Central High

Trillionaire Baker North High Magnet

Keithan Beasley Burke High

Malaby M. Byrd III Central High

Caleb I Coleman Central High

Tysa Dean Dethloff Central High

Sydney R. Evans Burke High

William Jefferson Jr. North High Magnet

Ciera Traylor Northwest High

Mekhi R. Mitchell Central High

Congratulations 2020 Grads!

Kendra Trimble Omaha North

Earl Q. Washington IV North High Magnet

Paul A. White III Canyon State Academy

College Graduates Dr. Angela Felton Coleman John Hopkins School of Nursing

Jalei Hobson University of Nebraska Omaha

Chandler Necole Jackson Texas Woman’s University

Zarria T. Nichols University of Nebraska Omaha

COMMENTARY

June 12, 2020

What’s Next Omaha?

By Preston Love, Jr. (This Article is a reprint from the Omaha World Herald Editorial page Sunday, June 4) Noted African American scholar wrote “peculiar indifference to the magnitude of human suffering that racial disparities in health reflect.”, 1906 We are currently suffering from not one, but two Pandemics. They are separate and distinct, but they both contain a dramatic set of similarities, warnings, cries for help, and an urgent need for a “vaccine”.

But first let us reflect on a few historical reminders. I say a few, because there are far too many for me to cover in this short essay. As stated in the first sentence, people of color, in particular African Americans, have suffered from social determinants as it relates to health care since the turn of the 19th century, as per the quote provided by W.E.B. Dubois.

Let me be more specific. The presence of poverty, race, diets, job type, density of living, are health determinants that make Blacks, and people of color, more apt to be ill, not be treated and not to have access to health delivery systems.

These disparities have been voiced for centuries, from Dubois all the way up to yesterday. However, the demand for recognition of the need for change, have been ignored, misunderstood and denied.

So here comes Pandemic #1, the Coronavirus and no surprise, as we collect and report the data, as it relates to race and other factors, the social determinants of health jump confirm.

Blacks and people of color are diagnosed with the virus and are dying at rates that are disproportionate with their numbers.

For example, “minorities make-up 27% of the Douglas County population and 73% of the positive cases,” And my point is that nobody has been listening. May I say that these social determinants can be pointed out throughout the full circle of life, i.e. healthcare, criminal justice, educational gaps, employment, community investments; all have been suffering from the same crisis and nobody has been listening.

Pandemic # 2, is systemic racism.

Racism and its impact, has been in our country since 1619, when slaves were first brought to this continent. My race has endured slavery, indentured servitude, pervasive Jim Crowism, lynching’s, redlining, bigotry, discrimination, the facade of democracy, inequality and social injustice for 15 centuries.

Once again, we have a dramatic set of similarities to the virus warnings, and an urgent need for a vaccine.

We thought we had a vaccine with some of the victories of the Civil Rights Movement, and progress sprinkled here and there, but the Pandemic of racism has endured and has grown in spite of our repeated calls for social justice. Not enough have been listening. Nationally we have had scores of documented and public senseless race killings, including recently George Floyd and of Black males by police and others. In my beloved hometown Omaha, we have had two lynching’s, shootings by the police of a 15-year-old Black girl (Vivian Strong, 1969), and numerous other incidents leading up to the current tragic murder of James Scurlock. Our communities and its leaders have been suggesting, and in some cases demanding solutions, making suggestions and recommendations to address these racial determinants and disparities. The death of young Scurlock has, hopefully, opened up the eyes of the entire community of this systemic, racial problem, once and for all. Just like the Coronavirus has opened up the eyes of this community to the aforementioned health and mental health disparities. Now we pray that our community will finally listen.

A vaccine for the Coronavirus is in progress. The vaccine for racism is not.

Our Omaha needs to listen, learn and respond to the people of color going forward.

Over the next month, we will continue with a weekly column dealing with, specific suggested actions from the communities affected. We attempt to capture the dialogue and recommendations from the North Omaha Community, in some of the most important areas going forward, including police community relations, criminal justice reform, health and mental health disparities, strategic investments to impact our povertystricken community and jobs and wealth development within the community.

What’s Next Omaha?, listen.

What Would Elijah Say?

By Maya Rockeymoore Cummings As cities burn and protestors storm streets across America in reaction to the ongoing slaughter of black and brown people by law enforcement, many have asked what my late husband, Congressman Elijah Cummings, would say in this moment. I think he would urge protesters to “focus on what they are fighting for” and not fall into the trap of letting anger and destructive actions distract from their goal.

As shown when he walked the streets of Baltimore with protesters during the Freddie Gray unrest in 2015, he deeply respected the First Amendment freedom of expression and right to protest. After all, the reason he was standing on that intersection during that time was to prevent potentially chaotic and violent clashes between the police in riot gear and the irate mostly black male protesters whose pent-up frustrations with law enforcement threatened to boil over. As a black man in America who grew up in a segregated and deeply unequal Baltimore, Elijah understood their pain.

He knew that after centuries of oppression, young African Americans especially want the freedom to live in a society where they aren’t targeted based on race, gender, and class, where their opportunities to pursue their dreams and live their best lives aren’t undermined by what they look like, how much money is in their pockets or what zip code they live in; and where the rules that govern their lives aren’t arbitrarily determined by a corrupt system.

He was haunted during one night of the unrest when a young man told him, “I feel like I wake up in a coffin every morning and I spend my day trying to claw my way out.”

While he was deeply appreciative of the window of opportunity that opened for him after Baltimore schools were integrated in the early 1960s, he knew that window had closed for too many youth growing up in today’s hyper-segregated and impoverished Baltimore neighborhoods.

This knowledge drove him to do everything in his power to serve as a bridge to opportunity and inspiration for youth, whether it was through his Elijah Cummings Youth Program, scholarships, job fairs, speeches, legislation, or direct school interventions like when he took Baltimore’s Maritime Academy under his wings.

While he would have spoken out against the violence and theft, he would have stood in solidarity with those protesting for justice, the right to have black lives valued

and respected, to be heard, and for positive change.

And yet, as many times as the nation has experienced the predictable pattern of outrage and protest following every recorded incident of state-sanctioned violence, the response remains largely unchanged. Authorities often conspire to excuse, defend, and cover up the actions of police perpetrators. If it’s bad enough, they offer a program or fig leaf of policy reform that ends up changing nothing.

We know that first hand here in Baltimore. When Marilyn Mosby, the city’s then newly-elected and progressive State’s Attorney tried to prosecute the officers involved in Freddie Gray’s death, she was threatened, maligned, and eventually dropped all charges against the officers involved saying that the police department actively worked to thwart her investigation.

Efforts like One Baltimore, a program that was designed to channel resources, talent, and good will into transformative, cross sector initiatives benefitting Baltimore’s youth, were short-lived (full disclosure: I wrote the strategic plan for One Baltimore, in consultation with a small group of advisors that included Elijah, and handed it to then Mayor Stephanie Rawlings Blake to implement) And yet, we maintain hope despite record homicide rates and accusations of a police slowdown in the wake of Freddie Gray. Elijah and I were encouraged by the Obama Justice Department’s 2016 report revealing unconstitutional policing practices within the Baltimore Police Department and thought its subsequent mandate to institute a consent decree to oversee of the department’s operations was the right thing to do. When Trump took office and his Justice Department made moves to roll back the consent decree, Elijah coordinated a letter from Maryland’s federal delegation to then newly elected Mayor Catherine Pugh urging her to follow through on its full implementation. He knew increased oversight and guardrails on police operations were the only path forward.

Something else that gave us hope was the federal government’s successful prosecution of nine and counting members of the Baltimore Policy Department’s Gun Trace Task Force, in which police officers were revealed to have stolen money from, sold drugs to, framed, and extorted both criminals and innocent civilians alike. This ongoing investigation not only challenges the popular framing of corrupt cops as just

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Biden Is Right!

The reason black people must vote for Presidential candidate Joseph R. Biden, Jr. is President Donald Trump has appointed 158 federal judges for the rest of their life to interpret the constitution and rule on federal cases involving black people in both criminal cases and civil cases.

The United States Supreme Court in the Plessy v. Ferguson federal case in 1896 held that blacks had no rights to be treated the same as whites and, for example, we must sit in the back of the bus by law.

The Dred Scott decision in 1857 ruled that blacks do not have constitutional rights.

The Brown v. Board of Education decision changed both cases and gave blacks their constitutional rights. So if you don’t vote for Biden, are you ready to sit in the back of the bus and to lose your constitutional rights again by judicial decisions of conservative judges?

Trump is packing the federal bench with judges who are his friends and they will change the law to take away our constitutional rights to make us sit in the back of the bus again. As a practicing black attorney for more than 25 years, the federal court is racist! Period!

Although I wish Biden would not have apologized for saying “I tell you if you have a problem figuring out whether you’re for me or Trump, then you ain’t black.”

I understand the political reason Biden immediately apologized by stating he “was a wise guy!” The difference between Biden and Trump is Biden immediately apologized. People are judging Biden on a different standard than they judged Trump because Trump supporters forgive Trump immediately.

Immediately after Biden made the statement Trump supporters criticized Biden for being racist. Imagine the supporters of the most racist president (Trump) in this century criticizing someone else for racism.

It is the pot calling the kettle black.

How does Biden’s statement really affect black people? It doesn’t matter at all. Trump has made many more politically incorrect statements than Biden’s statement. For example telling four black congresswomen to go back to their country, he claimed Obama was not a U.S. citizen and some African nations are “shithole” countries.

Have people forgotten a few more of Trump’s statements such as he takes hydroxychloroquine, people can swallow disinfectant to cure Covid-19 and in Charlottesville there were “very fine people” on both sides?

We do not want to talk about how Trump ignored Covid-19 for months and ruined our economy (yes it is his fault!). Some believe Biden may not be the brightest bulb on the tree but he is far better for black people than Trump. Both candidates often put their foot in their mouth.

We are no longer in the days of the 1960 presidential campaign when John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon sometimes rode on the same plane from city to city.

During one interview at a stop when they got off the plane Kennedy complemented Nixon as being a masterful campaigner and Nixon applauded Kennedy’s ability to organize. (Can you imagine Kennedy telling Nixon he has small hands?) We are no longer in the 1960 presidential campaign because Trump’s 2016 political rise destroyed all civility, which was shown

by Kennedy and Nixon, in politics forever.

It is time Biden takes off the gloves and fights back!

We are a racist nation starting from the cradle when little white children learn by the actions of our white dominated society they are superior to all other ethnic groups by the social media, work, school, play and our media showing white greatness everyday of their life. (Why does the media cover the white royal family in England and never cover any other royal families of color?).

After seven decades of learning that you are privileged as a white male, there is no way that Biden or Trump are not infected with the disease called racism. Although I

like both men, I truly believe if it was 1860, both Trump and Biden would own slaves on a plantation because it was profitableonly Biden would be a little nicer to his slaves. When it comes to voting for old white racist men, black people you have to pick your poison. Also, in 1860, black people were slaves and could not vote so every black person who does not vote in the 2020 election would make their slave ancestors shake their head and turn over in their graves.

Only in this nation can “white privilege” allow Trump to be president. If Trump was black he would not be President.

Let’s face it America every white person in America is racist to a certain degree.

However, popularity as a black radio talk show host does not mean you truly understand the issues which are at stake for black people if you do not vote for Biden.

So, I do not understand the question “what is in it” for black people voting for Biden asked by the black radio personality?

The radio show personality stated he wanted something for his vote from Biden.

Biden is already giving you something for his vote which is he will pick a female vice president. Although those black people who support Trump are entitled to their opinion, let us examine the statement, “if you do not vote for Biden you ain’t black!” Black people have other issues (one of) which is the number of black men in prison.

Do you remember the good friends of black people, the Clintons, who passed the greatest racial disparity in a drug sentencing law by giving blacks convicted of possessing crack cocaine a sentence 100 times greater than whites received who were convicted of possessing the same amount of cocaine? Remember, during this time Hillary called young black men “super predators” when she spoke in favor of a crime bill and the Clintons were friends to black people. Now, imagine Trump out of the 870 federal judge positions appointing another 158 federal judges for life who are probably white, privileged and who definitely ain’t our friends!

Racism is like paranoid schizophrenia because the people who are racist really don’t think they are racist. Racism is the reason the federal court has to appoint liberal open minded judges who will interpret the constitution for everyone and not just the white people in this country. The federal courts often settle racial disputes.

Now, each day I wake up and pray to God that liberal United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is alive and that she happily retires after Biden is elected President in November so Biden can appoint her replacement.

So, who do black people want to appoint replacement supreme court judges and federal judges with lifetime appointments Trump or Biden? Well, Trump has appointed a lot of whites who are his friends to the federal bench and Biden will diversify the selection process of federal judges. Those conservative federal judges appointed by Trump will take away the rights of blacks by their judicial decisions in criminal sentences, racial discrimination cases and other cases.

The big picture for blacks is to have Biden appoint the federal judges so liberal judges will become judges interpreting the constitution for all citizens and not just white citizens. So black people get over Biden’s statement and vote for Biden.

Voting for Biden may not affect black people individually but it will help blacks because the Biden administration will appoint more liberal black judges, blacks will have more employment opportunities and blacks will have more opportunities to assert their constitutional rights in federal court. Although Biden was part of the tough on crime movement decades ago, Biden plans to decrease the prison population.

At the time this is written Biden has not selected his female vice president.

Finally, I applaud Biden’s statement because he is acting like he has some heart although some believe his statement is not “politically correct” and the new slogan I want on my t-shirt is “if you don’t vote for Biden you ain’t black!”

“a few rotten apples,” it suggests that when rotten apples are bunched together with fresh apples, the good apples can go bad too.

Ultimately, the level of destruction and chaos we are seeing in the aftermath of George Floyd’s killing and the incendiary response from Donald J. Trump, would have led Elijah to repeat his popular refrain, “We’re better than this!”, which meant that on both societal and individual levels we know better and can be better if we just do better. That means confronting and dismantling the systemic corruption that serves to protect and defend injustice, greatly accelerating the glacier pace of police and criminal justice reforms, and advancing “bold, structural change” to improve the lives of those who have been historically marginalized.

I’m convinced that we will only survive and thrive as a nation if we honestly focus on addressing racism as one of the root issues that drives our politics and policies.

Despite being a country founded for and by white men—most of whom never imagined defining women and people of color as fully equal human beings, our nation has become a pluralistic, multi-cultural society where people of all backgrounds have gained social and political rights (at least on paper) and have an established and legitimate ownership stake in our nation.

As such, the ability to understand, navigate, and respect people of different backgrounds, beliefs and cultures is now a strategic democratic imperative that must be understood and honored by our society, including elected officials and public servants of all stripes at every level of government.

Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings is the widow of the late Congressman Elijah Cummings and the author of the forthcoming book, “RAGEISM: Race, Age, Gender, Exclusion and the Politics of Health Equity” (Routledge Press).

By Timothy L. Ashford, Esq. © 2020

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LIFE & STYLE/HEALTH & WELLNESS

5 Ways To Build Trust When Starting A New Remote Job While working remotely has become the norm during the pandemic, starting a new job while working from home brings added challenges – and perhaps extra anxiety for some.

The work-from-home dynamic has required some adjusting for managers and employees who previously interacted full-time in an office. But imagine being a new hire – excited, young, and nervous – who’s starting the job from home while trying to make a good early impression on co-workers – and most importantly, on their new boss.

“Building relationships with a new boss and colleagues by digital means can certainly make the early transition period tougher for a new employee,” says Bob Slater, co-author with his son, Nick Slater, of Look Out Above! The Young Professional’s Guide to Success. “But it doesn’t have to be more arduous.

There are strategies to help the new employee, even from afar, feel a part of the group quickly and get to know their boss.”

Nick Slater says this new normal for new hires has its advantages.

“From the beginning, starting a new job remotely puts a brand-new employee a little further out of their comfort zone, “he says. “But it can force a new hire to sharpen their communication skills and assimilate faster. If you do those things, the boss will quickly notice.”

The Slaters offer these tips to help young professionals build relationships with their boss and co-workers while starting a new job remotely: • Optimize your workspace. Nick Slater says that if you hope to get off on the right foot, you’ve got to make your home work-friendly. “First, eliminate all distractions around your work schedule and maintain boundaries,” he says. “Then consider your online presence. You may need to upgrade your internet services. Show up on video conferencing with the same appearance you would want in the regular office.

Film yourself doing practice runs (using whatever video communications software you’ll be using for

work) so that you become more comfortable on-camera.”

• Show your soft skills. Companies are making more hiring decisions based on critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, communication, and adaptability. “Be flexible,” Nick Slater says. “As most companies are forced to adapt because of the pandemic, your role likely will change in the future, and proving you are agile is critical. When problems arise, don’t stay quietly in the background just because you are new. Be proactive. Ask a lot of questions.”

• Get to know your boss and colleagues. “You have to make yourself visible and always available,” Bob Slater says. “This is crucial when you’re trying to prove yourself. As a new employee, you’ll build relationships quickly if you set up Zoom meetings with co-workers and, when appropriate, your boss.

Ask your boss about having a regularly-scheduled check-in, and create an agenda in advance.”

• Expand your learning. “Seek out professional development opportunities that will help you do your job better,” Bob Slater says. “Learn new software skills that will save you time and allow you to produce better work. Work on your vocabulary –having a robust vocabulary enhances your writing, your presentations, and your ability to move people to your point of view.”

• Be patient. “Starting a new job in lockdown, you can feel disorganized and discouraged,” Nick Slater says. “Don’t feel guilty. Keep things in perspective and be patient with yourself. Few people hit the ground running in a new job, especially in these times. Growing pains are expected.”

“A new job always brings with it a certain excitement,” Bob Slater says. “Don’t let these challenging times diminish that good feeling. Working from home as you’re starting a new job will feel different, but fully embracing the opportunity will quickly help you get established.”

June 12, 2020

Black Owned Spa Overcomes Pandemic Lull, Specializes In Accessible Experience For All

Located in the historic Benson neighborhood, iBeaute Studio and Academy, 6572 Maple Street, celebrated its grand opening days before metro area businesses were required to close their doors in response to global pandemic, COVID-19.

“It was extremely discouraging as a first time business owner to be forced to close when we were just picking up momentum,” said owner and esthetician Shanika Tolbert.

The studio specializes in skin and body treatment services with an emphasis on accessibility. Tolbert, who lives with fibromyalgia, wanted to ensure that all – no matter ability were able to indulge in a spa experience.

“Navigating the disease in my own life, I wanted to create a space that no matter someone’s ability they felt welcome. There’s no judgement, because I come from a place of understanding,” said Tolbert.

In addition to spa services, the studio offers one-on-one training classes for licensed estheticians, cosmetologists, and barbers looking to rejuvenate their career. As a black woman business owner, Tolbert believes knowledge sharing is the key to overall community development.

“The pandemic only exacerbated the disparities for black owned businesses in this country, our city is no different. Therefore, I want to give back to others, even though I don’t have much.”

Growing Gardeners Workshop Series July & August Workshops (Virtual Events) Today we’ve added new workshops that are being offered during the July and August session! We are still planning on all of these upcoming classes to be hosted virtually for public health and safety. All workshops will be free, but donations to The Big Garden and City Sprouts are always welcome! If you have any questions, please email Anna (anna@omahasprouts.org).

Fall Seed Starting Learn proper seed starting techniques to keep your garden going well into the fall. Wednesday, July 15th, 6:00-8:00PM Canning Jams and Jellies A great class for those just

starting to explore canning and preservation. Saturday, July 18th, 1:00-3:00PM Roses for Native Birds and Pollinators Roses are red, roses are beautiful … but did you know roses are also beneficial for our native birds and pollinators? Saturday, July 25th, 1:00-3:00PM Fruit and Herbal Vinegars Looking for new ideas to deal with the yearly influx of fruit? Come learn how to make it into vinegar! Wednesday, August 5th, 6:00-8:00PM Canning Vinegar Pickles Join us for a step-by-step opportunity to learn how to safely can vinegar pickles.

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COVID-19 – More Deaths and Suffering in Already-Marginalized Communities: Progress & Needs, An Opinion Paper We are community and academic partners with the Center for Promoting Health and Health Equity (CPHHE). These comments draw on our decade-plus experience and knowledge in addressing health disparities and evidence about the COVID19 pandemic. We write to highlight some public health accomplishments and join others in emphasizing a greater role for skilled community member involvement in working against the pandemic. Such community individuals’ titles include community health ambassadors or advocates, community health workers, and community or patient health navigators, with varying roles. We also stress other urgent needs to promote health equity (health justice).

COVID-19 is often deadly, especially for those among us who have greatest vulnerability. And the virus is very contagious. Major collaborative efforts aim to reduce the virus’s spread, enhance testing and contact tracing, provide healthcare, and develop a vaccine. The evidence is clear that groups already suffering serious health inequities and disparities are infected and dying at staggeringly higher rates – communities of color (for example, Hispanics/Latinos, African Americans, and Native Americans and people in poverty. Key reasons for these higher rates are (1) greater risks for virus exposure (housing and work conditions like meat packing that impair social distancing, (2) higher prevalence of chronic conditions that lead to worse health outcomes once infected, and (3) reduced or no access to affordable and high quality healthcare.

As noted, we stress the importance of skilled community personnel in addressing the above disparities and challenges. To set background, we summarize important pandemic facts, core local and Nebraska responses, and elaborate who we are. We then summarize one example of crucial roles trained and knowledgeable community members in health advancement. We conclude with other recommendations.

Nebraska and Omaha Pandemic Facts: • Although Nebraska’s daily COVID19 new infection rates peaked just past mid-April to 677/day, major new daily infection rates continue, from 393 on 5/29 to 251 on 6/3.

• The Douglas County Health Department’s (DCHD) useful COVID-19 dashboard shows red hot spots of total

COVID-19 cases in North and South Omaha, areas where African Americans and Hispanic/Latino individuals are especially concentrated. Also see death rates by race/ethnicity.

Constructive Responses for Most At-Risk Groups: Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) and Nebraska Our health department, DCHD, and local and state leaders have implemented many initiatives to reduce the risks of COVID-19 infection for everyone and further needed measures for those with greater vulnerability as above.

The DCHD, one of our community partners, reports that those measures include: • Provided mask distributions (many 1000s) • Enhanced testing availability and broadened criteria (recognizing greater infection rates) • Outreach to community leaders, with multi-language communications through them • Partnering with the Global Center for Health Security Partnering with the University of Nebraska Medical Center regarding food-packing and nursing home issues At the Nebraska state level, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS): • Provides a wealth of information and guidance.

• Documents Governor Ricketts’ announcement that Nebraska will use the federal CARES act to fund multiple needs such as food security, housing, and for organizations providing service.

• Addresses other important issues like stay-at-home directives Who We Are. We are partners of the Center for Promoting Health and Health Equity (CPHHE), housed at Creighton University and funded by State of Nebraska LB692 Tobacco Judgment funds directed to addressing and eliminating health disparities. CPHHE interventions, education, and research with a community health focus. Ignatian values are key guides that include caring for the whole person, promoting human dignity, providing service to those in need, and advancing justice for all God’s creatures, especially the poor and marginalized. Community partners include leaders in at-risk communities, the Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition, Douglas County Health Department, Nebraska Center for Healthy

Families, the Omaha Police Department, the Omaha Housing Authority, the Urban League of Nebraska, and representatives of OneWorld Community Health Centers and Charles Drew Community Health Centers, serving primarily Hispanic and African American communities respectively.

Together, we have experience fostering grass roots health promotion to reduce health inequities. One example is a four-year initiative that has significantly promoted physical activity to prevent or reduce chronic disease in Omaha’s African American community. Funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the initiative trained over 50 community personnel to become skilled promoters, as Community Health Ambassadors of physical activity especially in churches and facilities of the Omaha Housing Authority. CPHHE has also trained some 16 other community members as skilled Community Health Advocates. Further education is underway for Advocates and Ambassadors to address community needs regarding COVID-19.

What We Stress for Those at Most Risk: Racial/Ethnic Minorities and People in Poverty In light of the above, including our experience addressing health disparities, and public health evidence, we support the above efforts recommend these further measures that evidence overwhelmingly supports: • Rapidly and significantly expanding support for cadres of community health volunteers that can help educate and link to community members about COVID-19 guidance and local services, assist with contact tracing, and much more. Note that DCHD and DHHS are well aware that such skilled community members can add major assistance.

• Strengthening of the Nebraska healthcare delivery system for primary care that includes local health departments and federally qualified health Centers.

• Promoting rapid implementation of Nebraska Medicaid expansion.

COVID-19 is killing people, whatever their station, but existing health inequities are magnified because of unique social and occupational factors. Positive, quick, and sustained action are crucial. Training, supporting, and coordinating skilled community personnel is a top priority.

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Health Insurance Member Costs Waived Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) is extending the waiver of member cost shares for in-network coronavirus (COVID-19) testing and inpatient/ outpatient treatment, including telehealth, through Sept. 30. During the pandemic, the company has seen a significant increase in telehealth usage. BCBSNE began waiving member cost shares for telehealth in early March.

“In the face of COVID-19, we have focused on the safety and well-being of our community – making sure members have access to the care they need and, at the same time, easing the burden on our providers,” said Susan Courtney, Executive Vice President of Operations and Clinical Effectiveness. “We embraced telehealth to help keep people engaged in health care, while mitigating spread of the virus. Our customers have, too; the data is eye-opening.”

Telehealth claims among BCBSNE members were up 963% in March, and an astounding 3612% in April, compared to February 2020. Over half of these telehealth visits – 53% – were for behavioral health.

“It’s particularly encouraging to know members are able to safely get much-needed care during this stressful time,” said William McDonnell, MD, Medical Director for Medical Policy. “Now that patients, providers and insurance companies alike clearly see how well telehealth can work for certain types of care, this experience will almost certainly change the way treatment will be delivered moving forward.”

Increased comfort with telehealth creates more opportunities to engage patients in rural Nebraska and isolated settings, as well as those with limited time or mobility. The technology enables easier access to medical specialists, efficient coordination of care among the health care team and convenient self-management of health care for patients.

Benefits for covered telehealth services not related to COVID-19 will be subject to normal plan cost shares beginning July 1, 2020. BCBSNE will reimburse in-network providers for telehealth at 100% of the established office visit fee. BCBSNE was the first commercial health insurance company in Nebraska to make this change in how providers are paid for telehealth, a fact noted by Gov. Pete Ricketts during his COVID-19 press conference on March 27.

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How To Avoid Being The Victim Of ‘Zoom-Bombing’ And Other Intruders With the coronavirus outbreak forcing many people to work from home, taking computer security measures to protect both themselves and their company has grown even more important.

Video conferencing, for one example, isn’t always safe from intruders. The FBI has received many reports of “Zoombombing,” in which graphic images pop up during company Zoom meetings and video chats.

“In a regular office, most companies make sure to protect their devices and networks,” says Stephen Hyduchak, CEO of Aver (www.goaver.com), an identity-verification service. “But system administrators aren’t coming out to every employee’s home and setting everything up to keep with corporate standards.

“Therefore, it’s incumbent on the workforce when working from home to know how to protect their computer system and be thorough about it. Because if a confidential document somehow gets leaked from your home computer, you’re in a

bad spot with your company.”

Hyduchak suggests these security tips when working remotely: Change the router login and password.

This is a must because the default passwords for many models are weak and also known across the internet, Hyduchak says. “Attackers often simply write them into the code of malicious programs,” Hyduchak says. “And if they work, the router is captured. The intruders can also spy on you, because everything that you send online passes through the router.”

Protect with an antivirus solution.

“Companies often install powerful security solutions to protect computers from malware,” Hyduchak says. “At home, it is trickier to provide that level of protection, but leaving a computer vulnerable when work documents are stored there is not an option. It’s vital to install a reliable security solution on all devices that handle corporate data. Even a free antivirus will significantly reduce the risk of getting infected.”

Configure a Wi-Fi encryption. “An attacker connecting to your Wi-Fi can intercept everything you send or enter online, including passwords for remote access to an office-based computer or corporate mail,” Hyduchak says. “So it’s essential to configure your network connection correctly. Make sure that the connection is encrypted to keep information safe from prying eyes. If your Wi-Fi asks anyone connecting to it for a password, the connection is encrypted. You can use the router settings to select or change the type of encryption, and remember that your Wi-Fi password should be strong.”

Update programs and operating systems. “Because new vulnerabilities are frequently being found in operating systems and applications, cybercriminals exploit them to invade other people’s devices,” Hyduchak says. “They often rely on people being too lazy to update software. It’s vital to regularly update everything installed on any device that you use for work purposes.”

Benson High, UNMC Team For Pharmacy Tech Program

Students at Benson High Magnet School abbreviations, medication labeling and its Health Professions Career Academy requirements, medication error prevention, can get a head start toward becoming inventory control, safekeeping scheduled a certified pharmacy technician through drugs, prescription orders workflow, a unique cooperative course from the teamwork and legal responsibilities, University of Nebraska Medical Center Neville said.

Those who go through the course should College of Pharmacy, beginning this fall.

The program is another way UNMC be ready to complete the final steps to earn is working to address the health care official pharmacy technician certification workforce needs of the state, said Judy upon high school graduation, Neville said.

It’s exactly what Benson’s Health Neville, director of the College of Pharmacy’s pharmacy technician program. Professions Career Academy was looking “There is a high demand for pharmacy for, Johanek said.

“We work to align all specialty technicians,” she said. “Employers are excited to grab on to these soon-to-be course curriculum with the professional community, and advisory members like newly trained high school students.”

Certified pharmacy technicians work in UNMC, to make sure that the skills and all types of pharmacy settings, including units of study match what the adult world hospitals, compounding and home infusion, expects of our students from technical veterinary, long-term care facilities, terminology to work-based experience,” mail-order operations and community she said.

“We will be providing access to an pharmacies.

Angela Johanek, a career academy additional career path that our students specialist at Benson High, is enthusiastic may not have known about until now,” Benson science teacher Elijah Dacy said. about the partnership.

That’s a win-win for these students “This course opens up a whole new door for these students, where they may not and their future employers, Neville said. have seen themselves before. And that is “We’re opening a new employment stream to the pharmacies in Omaha and in the life changing,” she said.

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No ce is hereby given that EENER PHOTOGRAPHY (1) has been The students will take organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address part in the College of of the designated office of the Company is 11523 Spaulding Street, Omaha, NE 68164 (2). The general nature of the busiPharmacy’s regular online ness is Photography and More. The Applicant is an INDIVIDUpharmacy technician AL The Company commenced its existence on April 1st, 2020 curriculum, under the (3), and its dura on shall be perpetual. The affairs of the Comsupervision of Benson pany are to be conducted by the Managing Member and/or faculty. The students also Members as authorized by the Company’s Opera ng Agreewill participate in three ment. The ini al agent for service of process is Rene Franklin hands-on training labs at (4) at 11523 Spaulding Street, Omaha, NE 68164. the UNMC College of Pharmacy.

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Every day COVID-19 causes shifts in schedules as officials make decisions about the well-being of the community. Many schools now face decisions about opening their doors for summer learning. Documents released Thursday, May 28th, 2020 by the Department of Education stated that schools could return to in-person learning as early as June 8. These documents included Launch Nebraska-a resource for schools to use as they plan re-entry.

As a year-round school, Mandela always planned to continue summer learning, but this summer is not the same as a typical 5th term. First grade teacher, Miranda Kreulen, explains what she will be doing this summer: “We strive to keep our scholars engaged over the summer, to not lose valuable skills and have to reteach each fall. This summer is unique as we are still learning remotely. One of our big goals was to allow our kids to be creative and learn in a variety of ways, even from home. Therefore, we are providing them with academic learning through daily Zoom meetings, combined with a summer fun bag filled with kites, Frisbees, beach balls, jump ropes, binoculars, and a variety of other traditional summer activities – it’s the best of both worlds.”

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