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IN THE FOOD DESERT Owner Joseph Kemp and Former Dallas city Councilmember Tennell Atkins worked together to bring grocery store to southern Dallas County
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Business owner opens grocery store
For decades citizens in several southern Dallas County communities have complained about the lack of quality grocery stores in the area. Traveling miles to find fresh fruit and quality meats has been a challenge and a source of contention for many residents who didn’t see any
hope in site. Now thanks to businessman Joseph Kemp, City officials and task force members, and the leadership of former city councilman Tennell Atkins, a new supermarket will open Friday, October 28, 2016, 11a.m. at 3540 Simpson Stuart
Students at Dallas’ South Oak Cliff High School are literally begging for assistance from anyone who can help solve the numerous problems they face daily. Conditions at the school have continued to be a source of contention for students, teachers and parents as revelations of asbestos, mold, contaminated water, inadequate air and heating and a constant change of leadership have created low morale. Joined by Min. Dominique Alexander of the Next Generation Action Network, several students recently pleaded for changes. “Although the school board promised funding it is only a fraction of what is needed to build a new
school for the students comparable to their peers in more prominent school districts,” said Min. Alexander. “The Next Generation Action Network is asking that everyone be in attendance to #StandwithSOC regarding the issues that matter to us most, our children and their quality of education is very important to us.” Parents, concerned citizens and supporters were urged to attend the Dallas ISD School Board meeting, Thursday, October 27, 6p.m. at 2700 Ross Avenue. “South Oak Cliff High School students have endured so much such as contaminated water flowing through the pipes and this is a major concern,” said the Minister, adding that community organizations have worked hard to address this issue facing the students everyday like “termites spilling over into the hallways, asbestos, heating and cooling issues, gas leaks, even an electrical fire following the last student protest.” At a town hall meeting at Friendship-West Baptist Church, Dallas City Councilman Casey Thomas and Minister Danielle Ayers encouraged citizens to become involved by attending meetings.
Rd, Dallas, TX. Check out the store and take a virtual tour with editor Cheryl Smith, at www.texasmetronews.com
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South Oak Cliff’s Joy Williams holds a bottle filled with water taken from the school’s fountain. Above: Those gathered wondered if the dead squirrel on the grounds was a victim of the contaminated water they say has tested positive for lead. Attendees were encouraged contact elected officials, and stand with parents, students, teachers and alumni of South Oak Cliff. It is important to note that there are a number of pregnant teens attending the school and the water one student said could be detrimental to unborn children. A water drive will be held next month at the school but organizers are hopeful that the students will be moved to another building by then.
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HALL: What Price is your Vote Worth? Quit Playin’ By Vincent Hall While America’s “virtues” are being “Trumped” by a loudmouthed, government subsidized billionaire and his buffoonish behavior, there really is something serious to be considered about the 2016 elections. I received a political mailer from Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price, which made me forget for a scintilla of a second who Donald Trump is. On the forward side, there were several, now deceased former Supreme Court Justices and they were juxtaposed to some of the landmark human rights and civil rights cases they oversaw. Next to these jurists are pictures of the plaintiffs. Just imagine the nine “Scottsboro Boys” who were saved from death row by a court overseen by Chief Justice Charles E. Hughes and court in the same frame and visual reference. To hell with all of that foolishness that flows from Donald Trump’s fountain of unforgivable ignorance and unprecedented insolence. The United States Constitution was created by rich White men for rich White men and the rest of America has the Supreme Court as our only salvation. But rather than offer some grand commentary on what Commissioner Price conjectured in his mail piece, let me
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share the lesson(s) he taught in a two-sided 8 X 11 glossy. Dred Scott v. Sandford, 1857 (7-2 decision) Chief Justice Taney Denied citizenship to African American slaves.
viction of nine Black men (The Scottsboro Boys) sentenced to death for an allegation of rape that was recanted by one of their accusers. Korematsu v. United States,
Prigg v. Pennsylvania 1842 (6-3 decision) Chief Justice Roger Taney Reversed the lower court decision to convict slave catcher Edward Prigg who violated the Fugitive Slave Act Plessy v. Ferguson, 1896 (7-1 decision) Chief Justice Melville Fuller Upheld “separate but equal” segregation laws. “A Negro has no right that the White man is bound to respect.”
1944 (6-3 decision) Chief Justice Harlan F Stone Upheld internment of Japanese Americans during World War II, regardless of their citizenship status. Brown v. Board of Education, 1954 (9-0 decision) Chief Justice Earl Warren Separating black and white students in public schools is unconstitutional. Hernandez v Texas 1954 (9-0 Decision) Chief Justice Earl Warren Mexican Americans and all other racial groups in the United States must be afforded equal protection under the 14th Amendment.
Powell V Alabama, 1932 (7-2 decision) Chief Justice Charles E Hughes Reversed the wrongful con-
Miranda v. Arizona, 1966 (5-4 decision) Chief Justice Earl Warren Prisoners must be advised of their rights before being questioned by police. Loving v. Virginia, 1967 (9-0 decision) Chief Justice Earl Warren Invalidated state laws that prohibited interracial marriage. Roe v. Wade, 1973 (7-2 decision) Chief Justice Warren E. Burger Women have a constitutional right to an abortion during the first two trimesters. Bush V. Gore 2000 (5-4 decision) Chief Justice William Rehnquist Decided a presidency in which the national vote was essentially tied. And this doesn’t include the recent travesties like Citizens United v. FEC or the gutting of the Voting Rights Act in 2013. Y’all better Quit Playin’ and vote. Donald Trump is a joke but the dangers that come with him are no laughing matter. The price you could pay if he selects the next few justices is more than you can probably afford!
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OCTOBER 28, 2016 I Messenger Former First Lady Graça Machel launches New Women’s Network acy by inspiring the younger generation to take up new challenges and create societies that value and care In an effort to transform the nar- about social justice. rative and negative perceptions of Machel noted that the primary African women and children, Graça mission is to amplify the voices of Machel, the former first lady of two women’s movements, influence govAfrican nations, recently established ernance and promote women’s leada first of its kind Pan African Women ership and contributions in the ecoin Media Network nomic, social, and (WIMN). political developThe network of ment of Africa. women journalThe Trust also ists will work in advocates for the conjunction with protection of chilthe Graça Machel dren’s rights and Trust. dignity. “The Graça Recognizing Machel Trust’s the crucial role women’s rights that media plays program is based in shaping soon our aim to cietal attitudes, Graça Machel multiply the facMachel said it’s es and amplify the important that voices of women, especially in areas women are at the center of transforwhere they are underrepresented,” mation within the media landscape. said Machel, who is also the foundThe new network has also gained er of the Foundation for Communi- the support of the National Newspaty Development in Mozambique. per Publishers Association (NNPA), “Through our women’s networks in the Black Press that’s comprised of agribusiness, finance and ‘Women approximately 208 African-AmeriCreating Wealth,’ we foster links and can owned newspapers across the build a critical mass of highly-qual- United States. ified and active women across sec“The National Newspaper Pubtors and professions who can work lishers Association supports and sacollectively to influence, shape and lutes the Graça Machel Trust that efdrive the socio-economic policies to fectively empowers African women. ensure that they achieve economic When African women are empowprosperity and social change.” ered, it results in advancing all AfThe Graça Machel Trust works rican people throughout the world,” across the African continent to am- said Dr. Benjamin Chavis, the presiplify women’s movements, influence dent and CEO of the NNPA. governance, and advocate for the “The Diamond Empowerment protection of children’s rights and Fund, co-founded by Russell Simdignity. mons, me and others also recogThe Trust consolidates the work of nizes the extraordinary global Machel and seeks to build on her leg- leadership of Graca Machel and By Stacy M. Brown
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the Graca Machel Trust. I vividly remember meeting Graça Machel at her home in Maputo, Mozambique along with her husband South Africa President Nelson Mandela and my colleague Russell Simmons in 2006.” Chavis continued: “We discussed the ongoing struggle and movement to transform Africa for progress and the liberation of all who stand for freedom and equality.” Prior to her marriage to Mandela, Machel was the wife of Mozambique President Samora Machel. She also served for more than a decade as that country’s minister of education and culture. Machel said that WIMN will drive coordinated messaging and build awareness on issues related to health, education, and women’s economic empowerment, which will have a positive effect on women and children. “Given the influential role that media plays in shaping societal attitudes, the network seeks to change the present narrative of women that presents them as powerless victims and ignores the many positive stories and successes,” Machel added. “When economically empowered, women take control of their lives, set their own agendas, provide solutions to their problems and challenges, and develop self-reliance.” Machal added: “To build a strong and equitable future for all Africans, we acknowledge the fundamental contribution of women and ensure that we create a supportive and enabling environment where they are able to fully participate and benefit.” The network will also create an inter-generational platform to allow young talented female journalists to participate and work alongside the
continent’s more seasoned veterans. WIMN will comprise an initial group of about 30 to 40 women journalists, bloggers and influencers, officials said in a statement. “Women and children’s issues have tended to make headlines more as victims that are helpless, abused and exploited yet women and children have, over time, been capable of so much more, having overcome many obstacles and excelled in many sectors of the economy and society,” said WIMN board co-chair Susan Makore. “The amazing stories need to find more expression in our media. Therefore, I hope to do my part in ensuring that key stories that highlight and celebrate the various facets of children and women’s activities across all sectors are given prominence in the media by working with my colleagues that run media houses, especially in Zimbabwe where I hail from.” Bronwyn Nielsen, the co-chair of the WIMN advisory board, said that Africa’s youth and female dividends are at the core of the continent’s future and, with the right support. “It is a fact the women and children who can positively impact the future from an economic growth and development perspective,” said Nielsen. “I look forward to working with my fellow board members and all the members of this privileged network to jointly leverage our circles of influence under the esteemed guidance of Mrs. Machel to drive this agenda deep across the continent with both speed and passion.” Nielsen continued: “Together we can create a new narrative when it comes to Africa’s women and children.”
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Community Calendar Roots celebrates the connection we have with plants and their extension to our ancestors. The work featured is from the “Garden Series” and contains plants obtained primarily from the Alisa’s family garden ***** The South Dallas Cultural Center is located at 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave. Dallas, Texas 75215. For more information or to schedule a tour for your group call 214-670-1998. Admission is FREE ***** Free Reading Tutoring Dallas Public Library; 1515 Young, Dallas 75201. Learn to read better program for adults. 214-671-8291; http:// www.dallaslibrary.org/literacy ***** Community Lawyering Center Open for Business - Mondays – Saturdays; days and evenings by appointment. 4716 Elsie Faye Heggins, Dallas, 75210. For info, call: 469351-0024 or x0025
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SUMMIT: Strengthening Families, Building Communities at Noon with a free luncheon celebrating parents, family members and guardians who are parenting through incarceration. The panel will include wives of pastors and politicians who found themselves parenting because of incarceration. It culminates with an opening night reception followed by the SBC21 IMPACT AWARD Ceremony. Summit Host Pastor Bryan L. Carter is the keynote speaker and Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson will bring greetings during the opening night session starting at 7 pm. at Concord Church, Dallas
Save A Lot Store doors open at 11a.m. 3540 Simpson Stuart Road.
***** Dallas Theater Center World Premiere Musical, Bella: An American Tall Tale, -2400 Flora Street in the AT&T Performing Arts Center. Full Run: Sept. 22 – Oct. 22, 2016 • 214-880-0202 or www.DallasTheaterCenter.org Paul Quinn College celebrates 2016 Homecoming, November 3rd thru 6th, celebrating 144 years of nationbuilding... “Greatness: One Step At A Time” ********** The African American Museum Dallas in partnership with the Dallas Fort Worth Urban League Young Professionals will present the Scott Joplin Chamber Orchestra of Houston, Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 5 p.m. at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, 1309 Canton Street. The Honorable Carolyn King Arnold, Dallas City Council and legendary jazz musician, Roger Boykins, will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs for the event. Details about admission to the new El Centro College dental hygiene program will be provided during free information sessions scheduled in November on these dates: Wed., Nov. 9, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Paramount Building, 301 N. Market St., room P705, in downtown Dallas (near the West End DART station); Fri., Nov. 11, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the El Centro College dental hygiene building, 1250 W. Mockingbird Lane in Dallas; and Sat., Nov. 12, from 10 to 11 a.m., also at the El Centro College dental hygiene building.
October 27 8 am – Are we pushing our Children into Prison? A Pre-Summit Intensive for Educators titled The School To Prison Pipeline: What Every Educator Should Know will be conducted the Children’s Defense Fund Nashville Freedom School Project. Concord Church, Dallas
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“mummies” and daddies. Free with General Admission Ticket:$16 Adults; $8 for children ages 4-12; $14 for Seniors
Harambee Festival at Martin Luther King Festival ******* The Trinity River Wind Festival brings together a unique set of elements. The location is in the Dallas Floodway near the Trinity River providing festival goers close access to this natural resource. The free festival is full of wind-driven recreational fun for people of all ages. It features simple pleasures such as kite flying, train rides, animal exhibits, and good food. From 11:00am - 5:00am 111 W. Commerce Street Dallas, TX 75207
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Xi Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. presents Masquerade Ball on Greek Street honoring the local community leaders and raising scholarship funds for local students 1010 N. Collins Street - Entertainment & Event Center, PCCenter’s 15th Anniversary Celebration, 11am-2pm, 1229 East Pleasant Run Road, Suite 302, DeSoto, TX 75115. Come and network with other community volunteers at the Job Fair, Community Services Event, and High School Completion Rally. ******* The Annual Halloween Street Party 2016. The Oaklawn Street Party which has turned into a major Dallas event returns Saturday, October 29, 2016 (the Saturday before Halloween) from 7pm to 2am in the 3900 block of Cedar Springs. At 6 pm on African American Museum of Dallas 3536 Grand Ave, Dallas, Texas 75210 ***** The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) announces the first CAF Wings Over Dallas WWII Airshow at Dallas Executive Airport (DEA) presented by Frost Bank. The event will commemorate the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor and feature TORA! TORA! TORA!, an award winning re-creation of the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. Tickets are on sale at www.wingsoverdallas.org with advance purchase discounts available. From 10AM - 7PM, 5303 Challenger Dr. Dallas, TX 75376
October 29 HOWLING FUN HALLOWEEN AT REUNION TOWER Come to Reunion Tower to make your Halloween UN-BOO-LIEVABLE! On October 29, boys and ghouls get half off admission tickets to the GeO-Deck when they come in costume. Offer is valid for kids 12 and under. Enjoy Halloween themed activity sheets and design your own paper pumpkin with crayons. Cloud Nine Café will offer light snacks, including creepy cocktails for
DALLAS COWBOYS VS. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES 1 AT&T Way Arlington, TX 76011 ***** AFRICAN FASHION SUMMIT PRESENTS: SHADES OF DIVERSITY-Tickets available at http://www.eventbrite. com/e/dallas-fashion-week-vendor-opportunities-african-american-fashion-exp o-tickets-16367640052
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SWEET N’ TREAT-Halloween event in Grand Prairie! Participants will enjoy FREE games, face painting, kid’s crafts, and trick-or-treating at the Farmers Market! Prepare to dress to impress, ask “Trick-or-Treat” and bring a large bucket for candy! From 7 PM - 9PM . 120 W. Main St. Grand Prairie, TX 75050
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AUTUMN AT THE ARBORETUM- With the welcome change of seasons comes one of “America’s Best Pumpkin Festivals” according to Fodor’s Travel and “One of the World’s 15 Most Breathtaking Gardens” by Architectural Digest. Pumpkin Village will highlight the “Art of the Pumpkin”, through November 23, featuring over 90,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash by the talented horticulture team 8525 Garland Road Dallas, TX 75218 Adele will return to North America for her first tour in five years. She will come to Dallas for two nights on November 1 & 2, 2016. Tickets -2500 Victory Avenue Dallas, TX 75219
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John P. Kee & NEW LIFE LIVE - Same night, Same stage! Bring back the Hymns Live Limitless Church 3838 Spur 408 Dallas TX Tickets $17 online, $25 at door, $30 VIP- Online only
North Dallas Suburban Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc Crimson Sunset 2016 7 PM · Noah’s 2251 N Greenville Ave, Richardson, TX 75082
“An Evening with Kim Fields”
Friday, 4 & Saturday, 5 @ 8:15pm Clarence Muse Café Theatre $20 Wooing millions worldwide on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and a stint run on ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ veteran actress and director, KIM FIELDS is back at one of her favorite homebase theatres performing an evening montage about the facts of her life with laughter, a few tears, amazing stories and some great music! Get up close and personal as Fields takes the audience on her 40-year journey in showbiz! Hosted by Board Member Gwendolyn Hunt.
November 4 Journalist and former professor Cheryl Smith will be the speaker at Paul Quinn College for the PQC Alumni Association Jessie Barbee Luncheon in the Zale Library. at 1 p.m.
November 5 Homecoming Week Homecoming Basketball Game Women’s Paul Quinn College Tigers vs. El Centro College
PQC HOMECOMING welcome home alumni!
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THE AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM, DALLAS PRESENTS THE SCOTT JOPLIN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF HOUSTON 5PM at the Black Academy of Arts & Letters on 1319 Canton, Dallas, TX 75202. Benefiting the South Dallas Children’s Choir. Ticket Available at the African American Museum or www.ticketmaster.com ICDC Kick-off reception for the formal 30th anniversary celebration, Our Journey to Thirty... an exhibition celebrating the 30th anniversary of ICDC. 6-8 pm, 3400 South Fitzhugh
November 6 CHILDREN’S MAGIC SHOW WITH CJ JOHNSON The Garland Host Lions Club presents a children’s magic show featuring magician CJ Johnson. Award-winning magician CJ Johnson performs family-friendly illusions and side-splitting comedy. 521 W State St Garland, TX 75040 - 972-205-2780
November 11-20 Nov. 11-20 at the Plaza Theatre Downtown Garland , Plaza Theatre 521 W. State Street America’s favorite Patsy Cline tribute stars America’s favorite Patsy Cline, Julie Johnson. This happy, loving tribute to Country music’s most enduring superstar traces the legendary singer’s rise from her hometown in Winchester, Virginia to the Grand Ole Opry, Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall. Patsy Cline defined the term “crossover hit” by dominating country, blues, pop and gospel charts simultaneously in the 1950s and early 1960s
85th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc invites you to 85th Anniversary Celebration. Public Program From 7 PM- 10 PM at the African American Museum 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210.
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc - Kappa Zeta Chapter presents 11th Annual Taste of Blue Wine/Spirit Tasting & Silent Auction, Gemstone Banquet Hall @ Park Plaza Towers, 13111N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243. Benefiting the Storks Nest Charity Fund of Dallas. 21st ANNUAL BOWL A THON -ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA Bake sale, Silent auction, Entertainment bowling, Vendors. Team and Individual Prizes. Benefiting the ivy and pearl foundation. At USA Bowl 10920 Composite Dr. Dallas Tx 75220 35 2 Walnut Hill). 1-5 PM ********** 85th Anniversary Celebration Taste of Blue 7PM-11PM Gemstone Banquet Hall @ Park Plaza 13111 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243 Pre sale: $40 Reg/$60 VIP | At the door $50 Reg/$70 VIP ***** Church Services 10 AM-12 PM Christian Chapel Temple of Faith 14120 Noel Road, Dallas, TX 75254
November 19 Join the Thanksgiving Love Train when soul balladeer WILL DOWNING and jazz great NAJEE team up for a memorable and unforgettable pre-Thanksgiving night of jazz, R&B, soul and neo-soul music. HOSTED BY TBAAL
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Inside the Industry Studios brings Hollywood to Dallas Hollywood accomplished Casting Diand respected rector Alpha in the televiTyler has sion and film launched the industry as acting careers Alpha to Dalof some of las. I wanted Tinseltown’s to give actors most famous here and in faces while Houston, working on Austin, San projects like Antonio and Being Mary Louisiana the Alpha Tyler Jane, He Got rare opportuGame, Zoe nity to work Ever After and with, learn as the head of casting for Tyler from and be seen by one of the Perry Studios. best in the business.” Tyler brings her wealth of For more information or knowledge and experience to register, visit www.insideDallas in her upcoming casting theindustrystudios.com or call intensive workshop presented 214-945-3946. This workshop is by Inside the Industry Studios for educational purposes only. on Saturday, November 5th Attendance does not guarantee from 10 AM to 3 PM at Homecasting in any current or future wood Suites located at 2747 N. Alpha Tyler projects. For ages 16 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX and up. 75207. Alpha Tyler is a theater gradThe five hour casting intensive uate from California State Uniworkshop will provide actors an versity, Northridge. She began amazing opportunity to learn her career as a casting intern tips and tools from a top induson the feature film Titanic and try veteran. simultaneously on the much The class includes instruction loved television series Martin, on how to prepare for audiwhere she was later promoted tions, how to break down sides, to casting assistant. how to build a resume and will Since 1996, Alpha has worked conclude with a question and on numerous television and film answer session with Tyler and projects for Warner Bros, Parmore. amount Studios, DreamWorks Actors will also get feedback Studios, Universal Studios and on their headshots and resumes, in New York on the feature film and film and television sides He Got Game with director will be provided for audition Spike Lee. technique. “There are a number She's also worked with the BET of actors in this area with a lot Network where she cast numerof really terrific, raw talent, that ous Atlanta based television don’t realize how talented they series and television movies for are. Those are the type of indithe network. viduals that Alpha is interested Some of those projects in working with,” says Inside include The Game and Being the Industry Studios Founder, Mary Jane. Additional casting Instructor and Actor Khadijah projects include HBO's Ballers, Karriem. “That’s why we wanted Adam Sandler's Grown Ups 2 to bring her to Dallas. I’m so and a Comedy Central pilot excited to bring someone as called Overanalyzers.
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MISSING! Two women, One Man, A decade later
Talibah Islam and Typhenie Johnson are both missing and both dated the same man, Chris Revill.
Hadiyah Islam was watching television when she saw the story of Typhenie Johnson and her boyfriend, Chris Revill. She said she sat up in amazement because Revill was the same man that her sister dated when she became missing a decade ago. “When I first saw the story, I was shocked, felt hatred and then sadness,” she recalled. “If they had listened to us 10 years ago.” Instead as Revill sits in jail with a $50,000 bond, on kidnapping charges in the Johnson case, he refuses to give any
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informaiton that may lead to finding the two women. The Next Generation Action Network’s Min. Dominique Alexander met with the families of Talibah Islam and Typhenie Johnson to express his support and encourage the Fort Worth Police Department to continue investigating both cases and also encouraged the FBI and state authorities to get involved. Islam, who is 30, dated Revill for two years, according to her sister, and they have an 11-year-old son. Johnson, who has been missing since
October 12, 2016, is 25 and her twin brother, Asher, says he has family that has traveled to Texas to help search for her. No reward has been announced for information about the whereabouts of both women, but Ms. Islam said she will work with the Johnson family and hopefully something will break soon. A fund has been set up to assist the families.Anyone with information should immediately contact the police. See more at www.texasmetronews. com.
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Public Notice I, Johnson Jr., Willie-Earl, a living man, hereby give Public Notice of my Status as the beneficiary /beneficial owner of the estate a.k.a.: “WILLIE EARL JOHNSON JR.” and all res/corpus / property titled in said name. Said estate was organized under the laws of The State of California, was established on September 30, 1946 in San Bernardino, California and has a birth record certificate number of 46-144651. If anyone claims to have any other claim, right, title or interest in said estate they must send same along with verified evidence supporting same via mail to your address or email to: wej1@hushmail.com by no later than Octo-
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The fourth open enrollment period into the Health Insurance Marketplace begins Nov. 1, 2016 and runs through Jan. 31, 2017. Through the Marketplace, individuals are able to go to one place to search for health coverage options and choose from the health plans available in their area. The best source for information about the Marketplace is the website www.healthcare. gov. The website is available 24/7 and provides information on how the Marketplace works, what the benefits are and key deadlines. Individuals can also call 1.800.318.2596 to speak with trained customer service representatives 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For individuals needing further assistance, Parkland Health & Hospital System will have certified application counselors available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday in Parkland’s Business Office to answer questions about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and provide help enrolling in the Marketplace. The Business Office is located on the first floor of the old Parkland OPC, 5201 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, 75235. Certified application counselors will not be available at any of Parkland’s Community Oriented Primary Care health centers. “We will have a limited number of certified application counselors available to assist patients with the enrollment process,” said Rhonda Miller, Parkland’s Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle. “We encourage those who may qualify for the Marketplace to log into the government’s website or speak to one of the government’s trained customer service representatives.” Most people must have qualifying health coverage or pay a fee for the months they don’t have insurance. Health coverage exemptions are available based on a number of circumstances, including certain hardships, some life events, health coverage or financial status and membership in some groups. Additional information on exemptions is available at www.healthcare.gov. In addition, a special enrollment period (SEP) outside of the yearly open enrollment exists for those with certain life events includ-
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OCTOBER 28, 2016 ing losing health coverage, moving, getting married, having a baby or adopting child. If an individual qualifies for an SEP, they usually have up to 60 days following the event to enroll in a plan. If they miss that window, they have to wait until the next open enrollment period to apply. Those who may need assistance can contact Parkland’s Customer Service department at 214.590.4900. For more information about Parkland’s services, visit www.parklandhospital.com.
Calling NABJ Students! Applications for the 2017 Short Courses are now open! Join NABJ and our partner universities for the 2017 Short Courses! During the Short Courses participants will receive instruction from faculty and experienced industry reporters, news directors, producers, videographers and graphic designers. Participants will produce newscasts, webcasts, podcasts, video slide shows and social media sites, as well as learn strategies on how to market their skills to secure a job after graduation. Applicant must be: A current member of NABJ Be currently enrolled in a four-year accredited college or university Majoring in journalism or communication Be a junior, senior or graduate student
Possess a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 Applications will be accepted online only. Please the following documents ready to upload before beginning the application: Cover Letter A high-quality professional headshot with a white or black background A 200 word summary of your current experience and what you hope to learn Resume (one page) Transcript (Scanned, low resolution PDF or JPG) Contact information for three references (Full name, title, phone number, and email) NABJ membership number Web links to your most-recent work samples
DFW-ABJ URBAN JOURNALISM WORKSHOP APPLICATIONS
The Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists (formerly the Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Communicators) will present its 28th annual Urban Journalism Workshop for high school and college students. For more information or to apply, log on to www. dfwabj.com Applications must be returned by December 31, 2016 to: DFW/ABJ c/o Cheryl Smith 320 South RL Thornton Freeway, Suite 220 Dallas, TX 75203
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He has made a liar out of me! Dear Alma, Five years into my marriage my husband moved himself into the downstairs bedroom. The initial reason given was, “He didn’t want to disturb the babies” (including a newborn) with his late-night arrival, and early departures for work. Some months later, after a “marriage check-up” with our pastor, he confessed to me out of euphoria! He admitted that he had started smoking, you know; one of those things I never wanted in my life! Smoking is one of those “THINGS,” you know, those things you list as true deal-breakers, with regard to dating and relationships…FROM THE START! He admitted that he knew how strongly I felt about this, but he figured it was no longer a deal-breaker since we are married! On the one hand, I don’t see using this makes me feel as a justification for divorce. On the other hand, I feel betrayed, belittled, devalued, and bullied into being with someone I would NEVER had been with, if given the choice of him as a smoker. Signed, He has made a liar out of me!
Ask Alma: by Alma Gill
NNPA News Wire Columnist 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.
Dear “He has made a liar out of me, Holy hot water hose, you’re infuriated! I can see the flames flickering from your email. Luckily, I’m here to distinguish this dilemma. Lawd knows what would happen, had you not reached out for help. Quick, duck, here comes a splash of reality–this ain’t about you, it’s about him. Him and his habit, he owns an addiction. I know you feel betrayed tossed and lost in the hot sauce, but the reality is, we’re talking about a serious dependency, a desire that requires you to fully satisfy by any means necessary. Do you wanna know how I know? I smoked for over 20 years before I could quit. Your body craves for the nicotine. That’s why people stand outside in a cold, snow, icy rain to take a smoke. As a non-smoker, what you don’t know is, smoking can be soothing, a stress reliever, it relaxes you. If you’ve never struggled with a compulsion, you just don’t get it. It’s his choice to make. He won’t win un-
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less he’s all in. So, encourage your husband to make up his mind to quit smoking because it’s the healthy thing to do. Remind him you’d like for him to be around a long time for you and the kids, blah, blah, la-dee-da…you know what I’m talkin’ bout. Ask your doctor for brochures and suggested websites to share with him. Tell him you want him back upstairs, now! Yes, you’re right, smoking is a game changer, but you two can commit to get through this. Stop, read that again, I said you two. Handle your husband’s addiction with patience and tolerance. Don’t nag him, offer support. This will take time. I recall a conversation I had with a loved one who had battled a drug problem. During her last days, I asked, “why didn’t you ever just quit?” Her answer, “for every time you think I didn’t, I did times a million.” I assure you he’s trying, that’s what many smokers do, more than you and the rest of us non-smokers will ever know. Alma
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A Night of Inspiration & Gospel By Dr. Felicia N. Shepherd FiNeSse Enterprises, LLC
Photos by Eva D. Coleman As the 2016 State Fair of Texas slowly came to a conclusion, fair goers have numerous stories to share about their experiences. One of the many stories should include the Night of Inspiration & Gospel Concert held on the Chevy stage on October 20, 2016. Hosted by Keith Solis & Shannon Thomas, Smooth R & B 105.7, this gospel concert brought old and new gospel music together all on one stage. The event kicked off with the DFW Unity Choir singing and praise dancers using their God given talent through the art of dance. The various artists brought their own unique style of praising the Lord to each song that was sung. Mr. Michael Bethany took the audience to church with his hand-clapping, feet-stomping song “Never Leave Us.” You could not help but get out of your seat and raise your hands in praise with Mr. Bethany’s performance. After rocking and clapping with Mr. Bethany, Ms. Angela Blair comes to the stage and sings a song my grandmother would have been singing along with her. “For Every Mountain” touched the elders that were in the audience and Ms. Blair’s amazing soprano voice took me to the mountain in praise and worship. Witnessing attendees waving their hands and lifting their eyes to the heavens, her angelic voice
touched the spirit of those in attendance. In between the acts, we cannot overlook the comedic a n e c dotes from THE Pastor Fred. Pastor Fred reminded me of a deacon in the church that says what’s on his mind in a manner that will have you wondering should you laugh or be offended. When the final act was being introduced, I saw so many young people approaching the stage before his name was announced. Grammy Nominee and multiple Stellar, Dove, and Billboard Music Award Winner Travis Green came to the stage and blessed the souls of all his voice touched. Seeing young people worshiping and praising God always brings a smile to my face. In these times of racial discourse, to see various groups praising God together was a beautiful sight to see. Black/ White, Republican/Democrat,
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Straight/LGBT felt nonexistent during this brief onehour concert. The surprise of the evening was a special performance from Tamela Mann!
This concert was an inspiration to all those who sat in attendance as well as those who were walking around eating turkey legs and corn dogs, and listening from a far.
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OCTOBER 28, 2016 I Messenger State Fair of Texas & Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. host Inaugural Big Tex Postseason Job Fair DALLAS, TEXAS – Join the State Fair of Texas® and Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. at the Coliseum in Fair Park for the Inaugural Big Tex® Postseason Job Fair on Friday, October 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. More than 60 local companies will be taking applications and interviewing for employment positions across a broad range of skillsets. Come and find your next great opportunity. WHAT: The Big Tex Postseason Job Fair, presented by the State Fair of Texas and Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. WHY: The annual State Fair of Texas event provides job opportunities to more than 6,000 seasonal employees every year. In partnership with Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc., the State Fair saw an opportunity to help find more work for not only its seasonal staff members, but also to help others in the community find employment.
WHEN: Friday, October 28, 2016 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. WHERE: Fair Park Coliseum, 1438 Coliseum Drive, Dallas, TX 75210 WHO: The Big Tex Postseason Job Fair is made possible by a joint partnership of Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. and the State Fair of Texas. Participating organizations include: AARP, Admiral Linen & Uniform Svc by Alseo, Amazon, Aramark @ SMU, Brickman Landscaping, Cheesecake Factory, Cindy Smith, City Square, CMC, CVS Drivers, CVS Stores, Dallas County Schools, Dallas County Sheriff’s Department, Dallas Life: Shelter, Dallas Zoo, Dart Container, DHSH, El Centro College, Epi Breads, Exergistic’s, FedEx, GCA Service Group, Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc., Habitat for Humanity, Housing Crisis Center, Inspiring Tomorrows Leaders, International School, Jewish Family Services, Kohl’s, Kraft Foods, Kroger Stores, Labor Works Construction, Laz Parking,
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HBCU Homecoming... more than a football game!
Jackson State vs. Prairie View A&M @ Jackson, MS Veterans Memorial Stadium 2:00pm CT The HBCU Homecoming events go beyond the football game and halftime show. For the uninitiated, you can expect some of the livest activities for students and alumni from step shows to talent shows, pep rallies to parades, concerts to comedy shows. Traditional events include the Homecoming coronation and Fall convocation. There is something for everyone.
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Lincoln (MO) vs. Saint Joseph’s @ Jefferson City, MO 2:00pm
LOCK HAVEN 51 CHEYNEY 12 Chowan vs.Bowie State @ Murfreesboro, NC 3:00pm ET
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Miles vs. Central State @Fairfield, AL 1:00pm CT MILES 36 CENTRAL STATE 0
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NC Central vs. Savannah State @ Durham, NC O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium 2:00pm ET
SC State vs. Delaware State @ Orangeburg, SC Oliver Dawson Stadium 1:30pm ET
Tennessee State vs. Eastern Kentucky @ Nashville, TN Nissan Stadium 6:00pm CT Internet Webcast - OVC Winston-Salem State vs. Saint Augustine’s @ Winston-Salem, NC Bowman Gray Stadium 1:30pm ET 10/22/16 Albany State vs.Clark Atlanta @ Albany, GA ASU Coliseum 2:00pm ET Benedict vs. Morehouse @ Columbia, SC 2:00pm ET Florida A&M vs. Hampton @ Tallahassee, FL Bragg Mem 3:00pm ET Fort Valley State vs.Central State @ Fort Valley, GA Wildcat Stadium 2:00pm ET Howard vs. NC A&T @ Washington, DC 1:00pm ET
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Southern vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff @ Baton Rouge, LA A.W. Mumford Stadium4:00pm CT Texas College vs. Wayland Baptist @ Tyler, TX Rose Stadium 2:00pm CT Texas Southern vs. Jackson State @ Houston, TX BBVA Compass Stadium 2:00pm CT Tuskegee vs. Kentucky State @ Tuskegee, AL Cleve L. Abbott Stadium 1:00pm CT Virginia State vs. Lincoln (PA) @ Ettrick, VA Rogers Stadium 2:00pm ET 10/29/16 Bethune-Cookman vs. Delaware State @ Daytona Beach, FL 4:00pm ET Elizabeth City State vs. Virginia Union @ Elizabeth City, N.C. 1:30pm ET Fayetteville State vs. Living-
Jackson State vs. Prairie View A&M @ Jackson, MS Veterans Memorial Stadium 2:00pm CT Johnson C. Smith vs. Saint Augustine’s @ Charlotte, N.C. 1:00pm ET Morehouse vs. Ft Valley State @ Atlanta, GA 2:00pm ET NC A&T vs. Florida A&M @ Greensboro, NC Aggie Stadium 1:00PM ET Norfolk State vs. Morgan State @ Norfolk, VA Dick Price Stadium 2:00pm ET Savannah State vs. Howard @ Savannah, GA Theodore A. Wright Stadium2:00pm ET Shaw vs. Winston-Salem State @ Durham, NC Durham County Stadium1:00pm ET 11/24/16 Alabama State vs. Miles @ Montgomery, AL ASU Stadium 3:00pm CT 93rd Turkey Day Classic / Internet A mind is aWebcast terrible
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