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Cowboys owner called on carpet for threat By Betheny Sargent Texas Metro News
Monday October 16, 2017 Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, Sr. Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church and other notable Black alliances gathered together in front the Dallas Police Headquarters. The message was pure, simple and straight to the point, “We will not be silenced while others sit and stand by idly.� Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys owner has made less than supportive remarks about the players of the NFL and how he will not tolerate players being involved in politics, specifically utilizing the game time to demonstrate their stance on police brutality. Last year former NFL star Collin Kaepernick, demonstrated his frustration with police brutality with a peaceful protest during game time by kneeling during the National Anthem. Since then Kaepernick has been whiteballed from
Pastor Frederick D. Haynes III, once a loyal fan of the Dallas Cowboys, sends strong message to Owner Jerry Jones.
the NFL. Some players were not okay with this and have vocally expressed their disapproval of Kaepernicks’ silent protest on social media; while others in various sports have also kneeled. Over the past few months speculation of collusion between NFL owners and
Highlights of 2017-18 Dallas Mavs Schedule Story and Photo By Dorothy J Gentry Sports Editor The Dallas Mavericks have kicked off the 2017-18 NBA season, it’s 38th in the League. They will play the first two games of the season at home before traveling to division-rival Houston on Oct. 21 for its first road test. This year will mark the 20th year of team franchise player Dirk Nowitzki and the debut of NBA rookie sensation Dennis Smith Jr. Also notable on the Mavs schedule: • The World Champion Golden State Warriors will make two stops in DalDirk, The Veteran. Dennis, las this year; Oct. 23rd The Rookie and Jan. 3rd. • The Eastern Conference champion Cleveland Cavaliers will make their only trip to Dallas on Nov. 11. • The Mavericks’ national TV schedule includes five games on ESPN, one on TNT and five on NBA TV. • All five of the Mavericks’ ESPN games will come against Western Conference opponents, with three of those coming on the road: At the Los Angeles Clippers on Nov. 1; vs. San Antonio (Dec. 12), vs. Houston (Jan. 24), at Phoenix (Jan. 31) and at the Los Angeles Lakers (Feb. 23). • TNT’s lone Dallas game comes when the Mavericks visit the Golden State Warriors for the first time on Dec. 14. • Dallas will also have five games televised on NBA TV, all coming on the road. They are: at San Antonio (Nov. 27) at L.A. Clippers (Feb. 5), at Houston (Feb. 11), at Cleveland (Apr. 1) and at Philadelphia (Apr. 8). • Dallas will again play a season-high 16 games during the month of December. Ten of those games will come on the road, including matchups at Boston (Dec. 6), Golden State (Dec. 14), San Antonio (Dec. 16), Miami (Dec. 22), New Orleans (Dec. 29) and Oklahoma City (Dec. 31). • Dallas will play a balanced home-away schedule in 2017-18 with its longest home stand being four games (twice) and its longest road trip just four games (twice). • Ten of Dallas’ final 15 See DALLAS MAVS, page 6
President Donald Trump has sparked fury and rage in the black communities across the country and now Jones has been added to the list of colluders as well. Several members of Black Dallas Communities addressed the media and talked of a protest to speak
out about Jones’ comments and illustrate solidarity with Collin Kaeperick and anyone else who exercised their First Amendment rights. “I’m boycotting the NFL this season, I started in September,� said Pastor Haynes, who was one of several members of the clergy in atten-
Giving new meaning to turning 50
dance. “I took offense to Jerry Jones’ ‘We stand or we won’t play’ statement because it was offensive to what America is supposed to be about. We are hoping this gets to him (Jerry Jones). “He violated what America is all about.� Pastor Haynes said he has been a long standing Cow-
boys fan for a while, when asked about his patronage of the team; he admitted that due to the comment, the Cowboy’s team has been taken away from him. “We are waiting on a response from Jerry Jones before we make our next move.� When asked about how the faith-based community might perceive a Pastor getting involved in politics and his stance on separation between Church and State, he said that a second look at the bible is in order. He references the Prophet Amos who speaks among politicians. Other speakers including retired educator Shirley Ison-Newsome, veteran Ernest Walker and Next Generation Action Network’s Min. Dominique Alexander spoke of their frustration over the mandate handed down by Jones. Their messages were similar to Pastor Haynes as they expressed their feelings about a “plantation mentality.�
the Spring, citizens are anxiously awaiting this one-stop shop for self-empowerment, growth and development; the ZWHJCOC services young people and their families living in poverty, with an emphasis on South Dallas and the southeastern sector of Dallas. It also helps that Bill just joined the trustee board and says it By Cheryl Smith makes sense to support a center that will have such a positive impact on families, just as the church has through its various alk about inspiring! Sit down with these two educated, talministries. ented, loving men and you are sure to leave the conversaJohn and Bill know struggle. One the oldest of three boys tion with ideas about how to, if not save the world, at least raised by a single mom and the other aware of what happens leave it better than you found it. John Haigler and Bill when those who are in better positions don’t Keyes are turning 50 this year and they decided to give back; it’s inspiring to hear them talk about do something big. Sure they thought about having filling the void and lifting as they climb. a party. When you work as hard as they do, why not? “Bill and I are extremely blessed,� he explained. And just because you’re turning half a century “And we’re both passionate about reaching our does not mean that you don’t still have some moves $100,000 goal.� on the dance floor. Having a quality education is very important So the two began brainstorming and the result is to the two. Both college graduates, it was an bigger than they could have ever imagined because obvious choice to choose educational organizaothers are embracing their ideas. tions as beneficiaries. Now with three days of activities planned, the last The Pro Duffers were already supporters of weekend in October is expected to reach epic proDallas’ only HBCU, Paul Quinn College, but when portions for numerous reasons. you add in this 50th Birthday Celebration, the When John and Bill began planning activities the stakes have been raised significantly. first thing they did was “put some skin in the game.� The Pro Duffers adopted the school and John Haigler “We sincerely wanted to begin our fifth decade through its inaugural fund they awarded 25, of life with a set of signature events in support of $1000 scholarships and recognized one of four worthy charities that all have personal meaning their members, Dan Mask, a 1963 graduate of to us,� said Keyes, adding that, “John and I are paying Paul Quinn, who died last year. for the party and individually donating $2,500 in adThen too, John’s wife is a graduate of an HBCU, dition to what is being spent on all the events.� Prairie View A&M University. John said he wanted to be part of something And the last beneficiary, housed at that historbig. “It’s not every day that two black men come toic address of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Sungether and say they want to do something like this. ny South Dallas, is a school both men are familiar We’re self-made guys and we’ve got strong partners, with because of the way students are nurtured strong sponsors and that’s what makes this so speand an environment conducive to learning is cial and different.� fostered, St. Philips’ School and Community CenSure they were asking folks to come out and celter, where Bill’s son attends. ebrate, while also giving back to some noteworthy And the giving keeps happening as they join charities and projects; but their ideas morphed into with the Pro Duffers organization to honor ansomething bigger as the activities began creating a other organization with an impressive history of Bill Keyes buzz for the beneficiaries as well. giving, the Mid-Cities Chapter of Links Inc. will An avid golfer, John is a member of the Pro Dufreceive the 2017 Community Service Award. fers (Foster Kidd Chapter), a national nonprofit of golfers with 15 So the kickoff is the Thursday reception. On Friday Bill and John chapters that focus on “giving back to the community.� say it’s time to let your hair down. First there’s the golf tournaWe’re talking about really partying for a purpose. The purpose ment and later that night is the Old School All Black Party at the is clear. Raise at least $100,000 and put that money where you Sheraton Four Points at DFW North. Then on Saturday, there’s will immediately see the dividends; where the masses will benthe Black Tie Gala. efit. You can’t help but want the activities to be a success when you UT Southwestern(UTSW) Cancer Center holds a special place consider all who will benefit. in John’s heart. A major center for research, he attributes UTSW All I could think about after talking to these “brothers�, was how with saving his wife’s life. He says she went through chemothercan we help them celebrate? What can we give to them for their apy and 33 rounds of radiation, and an intense but supportive birthdays. It’s simple, according to this truly dynamic duo. Supprocess. port the events. Spread the word. John wants others to have the same care and treatment that They’re humble, meticulous, committed and passionate. They his wife benefited from. are businessmen, family men and community-minded. More There there’s the Zan Wesley Holmes Junior Community Outimportantly, they care. They are doing instead of talking about reach Center, named in honor of the pastor emeritus of St. Luke doing or talking about others who are doing. They are the role “Community� United Methodist Church in Dallas, who served for models we need to be highlighting. 29 years. To purchase your tickets for each event, go to www.HaiglerAs the Center prepares for the launching of Frazier House in Keyes50th.com and use keywords: (Pro-Duffers SW).
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October 19 The Dallas Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. will host the 2017 National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Biennial National Leadership Conference (NLC) at the Inter-Continental Dallas Hotel located at 15201 Dallas Parkway, Addison, TX 75001 on October 19-22, 2017. Theme: “NPHC: One CommUNITY in Action #NPHCStrongerTogether”
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October 29 Hope for Healing, A Worship Arts Concert to Benefit Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief Fund, at 3 pm, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017 @ St. Luke Community United Methodist Church, 5710 East R.L Thornton Frwy., Dallas. Presented by St. Luke and the Black Methodist for Church Renewal. Guests include Joseph Toliver, Andrea Wallace and the State Fair Unity Choir. For more information, contact Minister Monya Logan, 214.887.3902, mlogan@slcumc.org.
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October 21 Youth Education Success (YES!) Summit Public · Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Xi Theta Omega Chapter at 8:30 AM 1:30 PM - The University of Texas at Arlington 701 S Nedderman Dr, Arlington, Texas 76019
Klassic 80’s - A Night to Remember Gilley’s Dallas 8:00pm 9:00pm Here we go with the 80s! Join the members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omicron Mu Omega Chapter as we partner with the Legacy of Service Foundation to host the “Klassic 80’s – A Night to Remember”. Pull out your elegant and flashy 80’s attire, fluff up your hair, and come ready to party! ST. LUKE “COMMUNITY” UNITED METHODIST CHURCH “BE BETTER” WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
October 22 2017 Women Called Moses Heels 2 Heal 5th Annual Gala Event will have national recording artist Michel’le as this year’s special guest who will share her amazing story of how she overcame, domestic violence. Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 7:00pm at The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens in Dallas, Texas. For more info or to purchase a table or tickets to the 2017 Heels 2 Heal 5th Annual Gala visit www. womencalledmoses.org
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#IAMDIRK Letters To Celebrate Dirk’s 20th Year By Dorothy J Gentry
The 2017-18 NBA Season has tipped off and Dirk Nowitzki, face of the Dallas Mavericks, begins year 20. To celebrate Dirk’s milestone and In partnership with the Texas Ford Dealers, the Mavs have created giant DIRK letters that will be placed in various locations throughout the DFW metroplex. Fans are encouraged to take a photo as the “I” in Dirk, and share via social media channels in order to win two (2) suite tickets to the Ford F-150 suite at American Airlines Center on November 18th when the Mavs take on the Milwaukee Bucks. FastSigns Oak Lawn created the giant DIRK letters in honor of Nowitzki. The letters are located at the Ford showcase at the State Fair of Texas, until the morning of Friday, October 20th. From there, the letters will be moving to the Omni Dallas under the famous Pegasus sign. The letters will remain at the Omni until Thursday, October 26th. The letters will make their final appearance at American Airlines Center Friday, October 27th. The letters will be placed in Victory Plaza from October 27th- November 5th. Fans are encouraged to upload their photos to Facebook, Twitter and/or Instagram with #IamDirk #BestInTexas @ntxford @greatertxford. The contest officially ends Monday, November 5th, but the DIRK letters will remain in Dallas for MFFLs to enjoy for the rest of the season.
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The Sisters Serving Christ Women’s Ministries of St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church invite women from across the Metroplex to the church’s 2017 “Be Better” Women’s Conference, Friday through Sunday, November 3-5, 2017. The conference will feature workshops and speakers sharing guidance and strategies women can use to improve themselves personally, financially, and in the areas of health, spirituality and relationships. Conference activities will focus on the theme, “Empowering Women to Pass Life’s Tests.” The event will begin with a women’s choir concert Friday, Nov. 3, followed by multiple workshops, panel discussions, a luncheon and worship services on Saturday and Sunday. Presenters will include women pastors and church lay leaders from St. Luke and other area congregations. All activities will take place on the church campus at 5710 E. R.L. Thornton Freeway. Conference registration is $50. More information is available on the church website, www.stlukesscwm.org, or by calling the church at (214) 821-2970.
November 11 Stork’s Nest Charity Fund of Dallas presents 12th Annual Taste of Blue 7:00pm to 11:00pm Gemstone Banquet Hall @ Park Plaza Towers 9th floor 13111 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243 Pre-Sale - Purchased before 11/8 11:59pm
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November 20 Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson presents 2nd Annual Senior Living Conference “Healthy Choices for Healthy Living” 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Grand Hall Banquet Facility Lancaster Recreational Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134
November 30 2017 Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner 5:30 Reception 7:00 Dinner & Program Nominations Are Now Being Accepted! Peacemaker of the Year Justice Seeker of the Year Lifetime Peacemaker Peacemaker Organization of the Year Media Accountability of the Year Please nominate those local to North Texas and include a narrative as to why. Double Tree by Hilton Hotel
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Artist Marsha Ambrosius delivers intimate performance for luxurious brand By Eva D. Coleman
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Neo Soul music has often been categorized as smooth. Marsha Ambrosius embodies that. The former half of group Floetry belted out new and familiar tunes to a crowd basking in the glow of luxury during the #LincolnLuxe Experience at The Star in Frisco, Texas. The plush and new Lincoln Experience Center showroom allows attendees to see, touch and feel automobiles up close. The 2018 Lincoln Continental and Navigator were on display, taking up space in a bold way with sleek exterior designs and interiors so fresh you could smell the leather long after you stepped away. Lincoln Motor Company provided the platform for Ambrosius’ exclusive performance as part of its First Listen series. Just as rubber meets the road during drive time, the partnership proved to be a great fit. The backdrop of shiny grills on vehicles were at attention, appearing as coats of armor in the distance. When asked, “As an artist, what considerations do you make when it comes to partnering with a brand?” British-born Ambrosius quickly replied, “How much it represents me.” Celebrating 17 years in the music industry, Ambrosius, like the Lincoln brand, has stood the test of time. “It’s a milestone for me. It’s something that validates the journey,” Ambrosius said. This event brought power, prestige and harmony to North Texas. “This was a tailored experience for everyone here in Dallas,” UniWorld Group (UWG) Lincoln account Public Relations Coordinator Kayla Wimbush said. “We wanted to get everyone together to give them a full immersion of the brand, getting into the all new 2018 Lincoln Navigator so you can get the experience and really feel what Lincoln has to offer.”
The intimacy of the space where Ambrosius performed had all standing close to each other. As many attempt to navigate the current world climate, music somehow finds a way to bring people together. “In troubled times like these, the only thing I feel like we’re all on the same page with is music. It’s nostalgic. It’s connecting.” Ambrosius said. During the performance, Ambrosius debuted a song that included elements of awareness and social consciousness. “To partner with such a powerful brand as Lincoln, it was only perfect and befitting that I had a powerful song to partner with that,” Ambrosius said.
Upon request, Ambrosious treated interviewers in the media room to a freestyle that showcased her majestic flow, including lyrics, “Just singin’ my experience baby. Ridin’ in my Lincoln. Thinkin’ in my Lincoln. I get down for my Lincoln.”
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HALL: Whatever happened to Jim?
QUIT PLAYIN’ By Vincent L. Hall
Or consider an alternate title; “Where have all the good men gone?â€? The alternate title came from the Daily Mail; August 2, 2017 edition. “These sassy, sophisticated, solvent women say they are struggling to find other halves that can measure up.â€? Where did all the real men go? This question haunted me soon after the recent Dallas City Council elections. Four Black men were elected to represent gerrymandered Black districts. Dallas districts were redrawn years ago to replace the “At-Large systemâ€?, which kept minorities locked out nationally. For the first time in decades‌no Black woman! No “Sheroâ€? like the iconic and historic Diane Ragsdale
in Dallas? In 2017 there are no sisters to speak truth to power; just four “Brothersâ€?, and three of them are highly suspect by my standards. This man shortage is not local; it’s gone viral. The crisis is not continental, it’s international and widespread. This shortage of gonads shows best in the weak-backed, pitiful excuses for men who don Republican lapel pins. The modern GOP is known for bullets and bluster. Redd Foxx who once joked: “Nine out of ten Cadillac owners agree‌ Them White folk’s sho’ make a fine car!!! Conversely, nine out of ten Democrats and Independents were convinced that the White Conservative Right was straight gangsta’!!! Trump has rendered these same Republicans as limp and pliable as his pompadour. Most are in disbelief with the rural and Southern GOP, which has been
thoroughly hoodwinked, sideswiped and pistol whipped by Donald Trump; a government subsidized billionaire carpetbagger, who emasculated GOP candidates on his rise to the Alt-Reich. Since then, Trump has been a constant source of embarrassment; leading his party and this nation toward an apocalyptic abyss. The GOP used be known for having more than its share of nut jobs, but the only set of nuts left appear to belong to a 71 year old, neurotic, misogynistic, White Supremacist. Yeah‌I said it!! Just about the time it was obvious that the man shortage had spread from local to national, two girlfriends, “Irma and Mariaâ€?, unveiled a shortage of gonads in Puerto Rico. The world stood with the Mayor
“If that’s what it takes to be a man, then Kansas City here I come,â€? Norman said. Pettis channeled Fats Domino and Patrick Henry simultaneously. Where are all you men? Where is your manly pride? Where is the spirit of “Give me liberty or kill me MoFo? We talk a lot about the struggle, but women are holding the lion’s share of our banner to support Colin Kaepernick and to bridle Donald Trump. Hello Aunt Maxine and Jemele Hill!! The late Jim Croce, (Google him) topped the charts with “Bad, Bad Leroy Brownâ€? and had a second hit in 1972 that celebrated male toughness; “You don’t mess around with Jim.â€? It went like this; “You don’t tug on Superman’s cape; you don’t spit into the wind; you don’t pull the mask off that old Lone Ranger and you don’t mess around with Jim‌ I don’t know what happened to Jim, but the latest marquee poster with a champion has Wonder Woman on it. Jim is gone and “real “men are in short supply. Vincent L. Hall is an author, activist and award-winning journalist.
of San Juan, Carmen Yulin Cruz as she dissected a prime piece of Trump’s pompous ass and poetically parsed him on Twitter. However, the Governor, a male, felt compelled to kiss Trump’s posterior adequately enough to quell Trump’s narcissistic noisiness. My understanding of politics is relatively deep and my IQ is twice whatever the Donald can muster. The reason Puerto Rico got cheap paper towels tossed at them like NBA free throws was because the Governor did not command the respect that Mayor Cruz vociferously demanded. Where are the good men? Where are the radical Cowboy players like Duane Thomas and Rodrigo Barnes? My hero, businessman and former Cowboy, Pettis Norman led a protest one day and was traded to Kansas City the next.
MALVEAUX: Just wake me when its over Remember that song by both the Supremes and the Four Tops – wake me when it’s over? The singers felt like they were having a bad dream – their partners were about to leave them for “the love of a stranger�, and all they wanted to do was be awakened at the end. Unfortunately, we have no such luck. We seem to be consined to live through this. Some of my Republican friends will think my lament smacks of partisanship, but I remember being disturbed by Ronald Reagan’s election and his attacks on poor people, but never seeing him hurl paper towels at American citizens seeking help after a disastrous hurricane. I remember shaking my head at George H.W. Bush’s antics, but admitting that he, though clueless about many things, was a gentleman and a statesman. I recall raising my fist and hollering, “hail to the thief� after George W. Bush snatched that election from then-Vice President Al Gore with the help of the totally partisan Supreme Court. And I remember many of his rather hapless moments as President, but none so
crass as to tell people in disaster that they had to help themselves. He was wrong with Katrina, but he never attacked leaders and New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin, nor Governor Kathleen Blanco. I remember these Republicans behaving as if they had good sense, some decorum, perhaps too much partisanship, but at least some concern about appearances. That man who currently occupies the People’s House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue has none of the above. Outside, where we can all see his sick shenanigans, 45 is picking fights with football players, beleaguered mayors, and even his own cabinet. It is said that he wants to fire Secretary of State Rex Tillerson because Tillerson called him a moron, with perhaps a few expletives around the word. Secretary Tillerson didn’t deny calling him a moron, but instead said he did not fool with Washington innuendo and pettiness. But we all know that Tillerson called him a moron. Anybody with sense has called him a moron two or three times over.
The Last Word by Dr. Julianne Malveaux
They just didn’t put it on their twitter feed as the Moron-in-Chief is so willing to do. But I’m not as concerned
that is) are committed to reversing those regulations limit the for-profit education industry in their exploitation of Black and Brown young
about what is happening in front of the news cameras as what is happening away from them. You see, if President Barack Obama did it, 45 is determined to undo it. So while President Obama insisted that for-profit college be better regulated, 45 and his Education Secretary, Betsey Devoid (of good sense,
people, especially those hoping to improve their lot in life. They take out too many loans to attend exploitative institutions that provide them with too few student services and job leads. We know their names – Corinthian, ITT Tech, DeVry, and more. The need to restrict these folks is acute, but sup-
port for them, especially led by the clueless Secretary of Education, is considerable. This is what 45 does in the dark while he is excoriating an outstanding leader (who, as General Russell Honore said, was living on a cot in Puerto Rico while 45 was playing golf in New Jersey), and tossing rolls of paper towels at needy people. Is 45 really here? One day, while standing next to Melania, he said she wished she could have been with him. Was she a clone, or is he? There is something clearly wrong that only vapid and venal Republicans will ignore because they are so eager to hold on to the People’s House. There may be more than a few screws loose in the brain of a man who would lead us to war because he has to exchange wolf tickets with a North Korean leader he constantly belittles. Yes, Tillerson was right to call the man a moron, and even more right to echo the pleas of leaders like former President Jimmy Carter, who recently wrote that talks with North Korea are the only way to go. I have been a partisan all
my life, supporting a Republican for public office with a small check only once. I’ve described myself as a “ride or die�, “yellow dog� Democrat. But I have also almost always believed (white supremacists excluded) of the fundamental decency of most Americans. I’ve always thought that, in the face of insanity, somebody would step up and say enough. Thank you Senator Sue Collins, Senator John McCain, and a few others. But ya’ll, is this nonsense really okay? Is it okay for a terrorist (lets not call him anything but) kill at least 58 people with automatic weapons and 45 pooh-pooh calls for gun control? Is it really okay to treat US citizens like afterthoughts and throwaways? Is it really okay to turn back the clock on decency? Somebody wake me when it’s over. Julianne Malveaux is an economist, author, and Founder of Economic Education. Her podcast, “It’s Personal with Dr. J� is available on iTunes. Her latest book “Are We Better Off: Race, Obama and public policy is available via amazon.com
Providing Prevention to a Fatal Disease – Breast Cancer National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is upon us, and this gives us the time to remember all those who have gone through the intrusive experience of breast cancer. It is paramount that we continue to spread awareness all year to ensure that females and males across the country know the actions to take to prevent breast cancer. At the moment, besides skin cancer, breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer for women and is the leading cause of cancer death for women. Through the dedication of all our efforts, we can ensure more women are survivors. According to findings of the Department of Defense (DOD) Breast Cancer Research Program, in 2017 approximately more than 250,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among U.S. women. And this year in Texas, there is to be more than 17,000 total expected new breast cancer cases, in-
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cluding 139 cases among males and 17,132 cases among females according to the Texas Cancer Registry. It is vital that women both go to their doctors annually and do daily checks on their own to ensure that there are no unusual lumps, swelling, rashes or changes in shape to their breasts. Frequent checkups allow women to know their body better and provide the ability to discuss changes more accurately with their doctors. Additionally, mammograms are extremely important for women to have once their doctor recommends it, as they reduce the number of
deaths from breast cancer for women between the ages of 40 to 74. Mammograms spot cancers and tumors that need to be treated, and there are many options for women to find available screenings. Women can ask their doctors for screening, and there are also some local health programs that offer mammogram screenings at little to no cost. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides screening services, which includes clinical breast exams and mammograms to low-income, uninsured women in the United States. We must continue to support all
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Usually men with breast cancer have lumps that can be felt. Survival for men is similar to survival for women with breast cancer who are at the same stages, however, breast cancer in men is often diagnosed at later stages, decreasing the likelihood for curing the cancer. While the chances of breast cancer in men are rare, it is still important for men to be cautious of their risk and take precautionary measures against breast cancer. This October, I urge you all to push awareness of breast cancer to everyone. This is a health concern that every American needs to take seriously to ensure the health of all men and women. As we continue to teach and inform others about the risks and preEddie Bernice Johnson represents the state’s 30th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives.
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Celebrating the life of Mr. Dick Gregory This event was organized by longtime friend of Dick Gregory, Cheryl Smith, and #teamdickgregory; brought together local artists, comedians, community leaders and many others on Sunday, October 8 at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Inc. to celebrate the life of this legendary man who frequently visited and meant so much to Dallas-Fort Worth. The
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Presented by T.D. Jakes, The SOAR Experience is where entrepreneurs, investors, and those of us who have sat on the runway of opportunity for too long will be cleared for take off to reach our destiny. Inspired by T.D. Jakes' latest book, SOAR! Build Your Vision from the Ground Up, this dynamic one-day event in Dallas is igniting a movement, where budding entrepreneurs are taught how to transform latent dreams into unique realities. It is where they witness the wisdom of blending the practical business acumen of a successful CEO with the dynamic inspiration of a life coach.
He’s a lying, cheating dog Dear Alma,
BIG3 ANNOUNCES FIRST WAVE OF SIGNINGS FOR 2018 SEASON Photos by Dorothy J Gentry
Player Stephen Jackson of the BIG3 team Killer 3’s during their stop in Dallas earlier this year.Mavericks) during their stop in Dallas earlier this year.
Fresh off of a successful first season, the BIG3 announced that the league has already reached two-year agreements with 18 players and coaches from the inaugural season. The league tendered offers to all of its first year Player Captains, Co-captains and Coaches, giving them the opportunity to re-sign before engaging new talent - a process which will get underway shortly. Among the roster of returning players and coaches are 2017 BIG3 MVP Rashard
BIG3 Founder Ice Cube and NBA champions Gary Payton (Miami Heat) and DeShaun Stevenson (Dallas Mavericks) during their stop in Dallas
Lewis, 2017 BIG3 Champions Trilogy’s Kenyon Martin, Al Harrington and coach Rick Mahorn, Corey Maggette, Chauncey Billups, Clyde Drexler, Gary Payton, Brian Scalabrine, Stephen Jackson, DerMarr Johnson, Ricky Davis, Josh Childress, Cuttino Mobley, Jerome “Junk Yard Dog” Williams, Bonzi Wells, George “The Iceman” Gervin, and Rick Barry. Composed of eight teams, the league played to huge crowds in 10 different US cities throughout the 2017 inaugural season including a stop at Dallas’ Ameri-
can Airlines Center. BIG3 is the premier half-court, 3-on-3 basketball league, BIG3 features many of the greatest, most popular and skilled NBA players of all time. Founded by producer, actor and music legend Ice Cube and entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz, the BIG3 combines highly competitive, physical, fast basketball and incredible fan experiences.
Around six months ago, I started to see clues that something was going on with my husband. I started going through his wallet and cell phone because I thought he was having an affair. I was right. I
Dear name withheld, You’re not confused sweetheart, you’re heartbroken. You’re dejected, sad and depressed. Your husband is having an affair and you don’t want to confront him because you’re scared he might leave you. Let that
Ask ALMA almost fainted when I found a phone in the trunk of the car with pictures of him and another woman. All of the calls were to the same number, which made me believe it was her number. I hit the button and she answered the phone. When she said hello, I hung up. I put the phone back and didn’t tell him. I love him and am trying to keep my marriage. He hasn’t said anything about my phone call. Do you think I should mention it? My ego is just about gone and all I want to do is stay in bed. I wish I had not looked in the trunk. I do not know if I should stay or go or why I’m confused on what to do. Name withheld, Durham, N.C.
truth simmer for a minute, then drop it. If not addressing it is an option, learn to live with it. My question to you is, why did you go searching for what you weren’t ready to find? Should you mention it, you asked. Really? If you need me to answer you Sweetie, continue to entertain that rubber ducky in your dirty bath water. Email me back when you’re ready to pull the plug and do something about it. Let me know when you’re ready to clean up your mess, redress your problems and restore your self-worth. That’s when I’ll have amazing, life affirming advice to share. Honestly, if I took the time to answer you, you wouldn’t hear me. Cause truth-be-told, right now, on this day, you love him more than you love yourself. Alma
Alma Gill’s newsroom experience spans more than 25 years, including various roles at USA Today, Newsday and the Washington Post. Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@gmail.com. Follow her on Facebook at “Ask Alma” and twitter @almaaskalma.
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games will come on the road. • The Mavericks have 15 back-tobacks this season, 11 of which come prior to the All-Star Break, and two of which will require no travel (home-home). • Dallas will play nine back-to-backs that start at home and conclude on the road and four away-away back-to-backs with no back-to-back that begin on the road and ends at home. For ticket info to home games visit www.
Lone Star Park hosts Help Animals of Harvey Night Local sports organizations are continuing to help in relief efforts for victims of some of the summer natural disasters such as Hurricane Harvey which devastated Houston and parts of southeast Texas. Many of those victims were not just human but animals as well. Lone Star Park has teamed with Remember Me Rescue to help get aid to the many animals still in need that were displaced by Hurricane Harvey. This Saturday, October 21, Lone Star Park is offering free general admission to anyone that makes a donation of dry pet food or supply product. There will be collection points set up at both the East and West Main Grandstand entrances. Plus, Lone Star Park will make a donation of $1 for each general admission ticket sold that night. In addition to the free general admission, fans can bring their dogs to the races that night. There will be a watering station set up in the courtyard and free doggie bags will be handed out to pet owners. Grandstand Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the first race post time is 6:35 p.m. Radio station 99.5 The Wolf’s Lisa Taylor will broadcast live from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Remember Me Rescue is a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Accredited 501(c)3 organization specializing in rehabilitating, retraining and rehoming retired racehorses. Visit Remember Me Rescue’s Hurricane Harvey Horse Fund’s Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/RMRHHHF/ to see the great ways they have been helping get supplies and food to animals in need after the devastation caused by Harvey.
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Alabama State University Visitor: Miles College Location: ASU Stadium, Montgomery, AL Date: Nov. 24, 2017 | 3 PM
Grambling State University Visitor: Texas Southern University Location: Robinson Stadium, Grambling, LA Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM
Morgan State University Visitor: Savannah State University Location: Hughes Stadium, Baltimore, MD Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 1:00 PM
Texas Southern University Visitor: Alabama State University Location: BBVA Compass Stadium, Houston, TX Oct. 14, 2017 | 2:00 PM
Albany State University Visitor: Morehouse College Albany State University Coliseum, Albany, GA Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2 PM
Hampton University Visitor: Florida A&M University Location: Armstrong Stadium, Hampton, VA Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM
Norfolk State University Visitor: Savannah State University Location: William “Dick” Price Stadium, Norfolk, VA Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM
Tuskegee University Visitor: Central State University Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium, Tuskegee, AL Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:00 PM
Alcorn State University Visitor: Prairie View A&M University Location: Spinks-Casem Stadium, Lorman, MS Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2 PM
Howard University Visitor: Morgan State University William H. Greene Stadium, Washington, DC Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | TBA
North Carolina A&T State University Visitor: Florida A&M University Location: Aggie Stadium, Greensboro, NC Date: Oct. 29, 2017 | 1:00 PM
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Visitor: Central State University Location: Golden Lion Stadium, Pine Bluff, AR Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2:30 PM
Benedict College Visitor: Clark Atlanta University Charlie W. Johnson Stadium, Columbia, SC Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2 PM Bethune-Cookman University Visitor: Hampton University Location: Municipal Stadium, Daytona Beach, FL Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 4 PM Bowie State University Visitor: Lincoln University of Pennsylvania Location: Bulldog Football Stadium, Bowie, MD Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1 PM Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Visitor: Alabama State University O’Shields Stevenson Stadium, Cheyney, PA Date: Nov. 23, 2017 | 3 PM Clark Atlanta University Visitor: Albany State University Location: CAU Panther Stadium, Atlanta, GA Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2 PM Delaware State University Visitor: Howard University Location: Alumni Stadium, Dover, DE Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2 PM Edward Waters College Visitor: Warner University Location: Edward Waters College, Jacksonville, FL Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 4 PM Elizabeth City State University Visitor: Lincoln University (Pennsylvania) Location: Roebuck Stadium, Elizabeth City, NC Date:Oct. 14, 2017 | 1:30 PM Fayetteville State University Visitor: Saint Augustine’s University Luther Nick Jerald’s Stadium, Fayetteville, NC Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM Florida A&M University Visitor: North Carolina A&T State University Location: Bragg Memorial Stadium, Tallahassee, FL Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 3:00 PM Fort Valley State University Visitor: Morehouse College Location: Wildcat Stadium, Fort Valley, GA Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM
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Jackson State University Visitor: Alabama State University Location: Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, Jackson, MS Date: Nov. 4, 2017 | 2:00 PM Johnson C. Smith University Visitor: Shaw University Location: Irwin Belk Complex, Charlotte, NC Oct. 21, 2017 | 1:00 PM Kentucky State University Visitor: Tuskegee University Location: Alumni Stadium, Frankfort, KY Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 1:30 PM Langston University Visitor: Arizona Christian Location: W.E. Anderson Stadium, Langston, OK Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM Lincoln University (Pennsylvania) Visitor: Virginia State University LU Football Stadium, Lincoln University, PA Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 1:00 PM Livingstone College Visitor: Fayetteville State University Location: Alumni Memorial Football Stadium, Salisbury, NC Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:30 PM Miles College Visitor: Kentucky State University Location: Sloan-Alumni Stadium, Fairfield, AL Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2:00 PM Mississippi Valley State University Visitor: Virginia University of Lynchburg Location: Rice–Totten Stadium, Itta Bena, MS Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM Morehouse College Visitor: Benedict College Location: B.T. Harvey Stadium, Atlanta, GA Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM
North Carolina Central University Visitor: Delaware State University Location: O’Kelly– Riddick Stadium, Durham, NC Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM Paul Quinn College Paul Quinn Campus November 4, 2017 Prairie View A&M University Visitor: Bacone College Location: Panther Stadium, Prairie View, TX Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM Saint Augustine’s University Visitor: Johnson C. Smith University Location: George Williams Athletic Complex, Raleigh, NC Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:00 PM Shaw University Visitor: Saint Augustine’s Location: Durham County Stadium, Durham, NC Nov. 4, 2017 | 12:00 PM South Carolina State University Howard University Oliver C. Dawson Stadium, Orangeburg, SC Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:30 PM Tennessee State University Visitor: Austin Peay State University Location: Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN Oct. 14, 2017 | 7:00 PM
Virginia State University Visitor: Bowie State University Location: Rogers Stadium, Ettrick, VA Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2:00 PM Virginia Union University Visitor: Elizabeth City State University Location: Hovey Field, Richmond, VA Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:00 PM Winston Salem State University Visitor: Shaw University Bowman Gray Stadium, Winston-Salem, NC Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:30 PM
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