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Dallas pays tribute to Richard Claxton “Dick� Gregory

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A voice you should get to know

Known as “The Daytime Diva with the Voice,” celebrity radio personality, Lynne Haze, has one of the most recognizable voices and contagious personalities in radio today.

And she uses her celebrity for the benefit of others. She is a mentor to other women in the industry, never resorting to the cat-fight mentality that is often associated with such a competitive field.

At the peak of her career, Lynne decided it was time for a challenge and transitioned to a career in the record industry, where for 10 years she thrived considerably at RCA Records, Warner Brother Records and Mercury Records. Not stopping there, Lynne has used her sultry, contralto voice as her golden egg to become among

Instead, Lynne is about uplifting and that is what she does on and off air.

Most recently, she gathered necessities to help benefit those in Houston affected by the Hurricane. Friends, co-workers and loyal listeners joined her at 1011 Grill in Dallas for food, fun, and a purpose as everything from disposable diapers to cleaning items were donated and prepared for shipping to Houston.

A 21st Century Mary Magdalene, growing up, the native New Yorker had no clue that not only would “radio personality” be a description on her resume, but her path to life.

A mother-daughter heart-to-heart prompted the start of Lynne’s career in her hometown of Buffalo, New York, at WUFO-FM. There, she worked as a news and weekend broadcaster until she moved to WBLK and worked successfully as a late night host. Later, the Universe tilted her toward Dallas, Texas where, at KKDA-AM, Lynne found herself an on-air personality in the #5 radio market in the country.

on-air “Daytime Diva.” There, she built a hugely loyal fan base, especially for the work she did in the community and for advancing the careers of women.

A former president for the National Black Programmers’ Coalition, Lynne’s voice became a movement for creating change among women.

A strong advocate for women supporting each other, she developed an outlet called, Meeting in the Ladies Room. Through these sponsored events, Lynne encouraged women and gave them peace from work stress, children and day-to-day living through laughter, music, networking and love.

Adding to her list of accomplishments, Lynne has won numerous civic and entertainment awards, including Air Personality of the Year, Promotion Person of the Year at Mercury Records and a local award for the dedication at the West Dallas and Oak Cliff Boys and Girls Clubs.

the most sought-after voiceover talents in the industry. Frequently, she has recorded commercials for CBS Records, JC Penney and ABC Radio to name a few.

Upon her return to radio, Lynne’s career continued to soar as one of the few African American females on the air. When Radio One recognized her impenetrable talent and hired her at 94.5 KSOUL, Lynne’s popularity exploded in the D/FW Metroplex where she became known as the

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Today, over the airwaves and through technology, Lynne’s voice is still magnetic on Smooth R & B 105.7 KRNB-FM. A top-billed motivational speaker, Lynne’s infectious sense of humor amuses and startles audiences as she teaches using her real life experiences and thought-provoking stories as a platform for transformation.

Always in demand, and with good reason. She shows up looking good, sounding good, well prepared and ever so loving!

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ANDREA MARTIN, JUDGE OF THE 304TH JUVENILE DISTRICT COURT, ANNOUNCES GRADUATES FROM THE YOUTHFUL OFFENDERS DIVERSION COURT WITH 0% RECIDIVISM In the summer of 2015, Dallas County launched a special court to divert young children from the Juvenile Justice System.

The Youthful Offender Diversion Court targets children from 10 to 13 and offers an intensive program that “wraps around” the child and the child’s family to help stop that child from further interaction with the criminal justice system. This program is offered to children who are first-time offenders who have felonies or misdemeanors. The Youthful Offenders Court meets each Wednesday evening at the Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center.

The next graduation ceremony will be held on October 4, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. in the 304th District Court, 2600 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, Texas.

With this next group of children, there will be a total of 87 graduates from the program who will have their felony or misdemeanor case(s) DISMISSED! The 304th Youthful Offender Diversion Court has the best success rates of all the Dallas County Juvenile Diversion Courts!

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October 1 TIRE RACK® STREET SURVIVAL® teen driver safety is coming to Burleson to stop the #1 killer of teens!

Tire Rack Street Survival® Teen Driving School Burleson ISD Stadium, 100 Elk Dr, Burleson, TX 76028, 8:30am – 4:30pm HOST: Lone Star Chapter BMW CCA

October 3

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Police 7th Annual National Night Out, DART Police Headquarters at Illinois Station 6 to 8 pm. Including food, music, face painting, health & wellness information, crime prevention & safety information, and much more, it should be a great evening! Contact Renee Edwards at redwards@dart.org or 214-749-5991

October 5

The uplifting conference will feature talks from: 2016 & 2017 Texas Businesswoman of the Year finalist Dr. Cortney Baker, Oprah Winfrey-favorite Mica May (CEO of May Designs), Katie Goodman (New York-based comic, actress, author, and speaker), The husband and wife team of Tracey Trottenberg and George Kansas (renowned conscious communication and feminine leadership experts). The weekend will be filled with opportunities to network with other women who have a #NoMeanGirls policy, including a Diversity Panel, customizable breakout sessions, and an extra special Thelma & Louise Pajama Party!

Purchase your pass today by visiting www.nomeangirls.com.

October 7 FREE - Citizenship Application Workshop Time: 9:00am J. Erik Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street Dallas, Texas Services include: Completion of the N-400 application for citizenship. Review of application by immigration attorneys and BIA accredited representatives. To register, www.ccdallas.org/ Garland’s Gone Camping Oct. 7-8 | 3 p.m. Saturday to 8 a.m. Sunday Audubon Park $10 per person Grab your tent and sleeping bags for a night under the stars with family and friends. Enjoy a night hike, games, s’mores, a campfire and live entertainment. Dinner and breakfast provided!

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#NoMeanGirls 2017 National Conference October 6 - 8 Dallas Marriot City Center 650 N. Pearl Street, Dallas TX, 75201

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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”

October 21 Youth Education Success (YES!) Summit Public · Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Xi Theta Omega Chapterat 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM The University of Texas at Arlington 701 S Nedderman Dr, Arlington, Texas 76019

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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The 43rd Annual Harambee UNITY Festival 10 am - 5 pm 2922 MLK Jr. Blvd., Dallas TX 75215 “Remember the Past to Secure the Future” Our world , our nation our city and our community is at a crossroads of distrust and fear.

We are at a constant state of confusion.

No one leader seems to know how to unite OUR World.

Charity begins at HOME! Let’s start here in Dallas Texas.

We invite you and yours to join us at this year’s festival as we extend the hand of unity, cooperation and friendship.

As a unified City we can stand for hope and justice for all regardless of Race, Age, Sex, Social Status or religion.

Will you take up a good will offering to assist in the cost and expenses?

We need Helium, balloons and volunteers.

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Donald Trump…God’s Gift!!

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By Vincent L. Hall

Revelations 3:16 declares that because you were neither cold nor hot, but lukewarm, I spat you out of my mouth. Dante Alighieri declared that the hottest place in hell is reserved for those who remain neutral in times of great moral conflict. The cleaned up version of what my mama declared is “defecate or get off the pot.”

God sent a 71-year-old dotard; Donald Trump to help America move from a permanent posture of self-rationalization and identity crisis. Trump was sent to force this nation to live up to the true meaning of its creed or cut the crap about “American Exceptionalism.”

Trumpism summons us to the great theologian Martin Niemoeller. “First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out—Because I was not a Socialist.

Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out—Because I was not a Trade Unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—Because I was not a Jew. Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.”

Well, first Trump came for the Muslims. You owned neither a turban nor a copy of the Quran; so it didn’t bother you. Then “Paleface with forked tongue” came for the Mexicans. That

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call surprised you a little since there are so many working in his hotels and resorts… but you were day-worker dreaming.

Then Trump came for “The Blacks” with the revelation that all the coloreds live in a perpetual cycle of squalor or squander. You gave the whip-cracker a pass on that, because when you watch the evening news that’s kinda what “Black life” looks like.

Then he came for the little girls, but since he wasn’t grabbing the G-strings or groping the genitals of your own daughter it didn’t hit home. Just lock-

er room banter; Nothing to see here folks...move along.

Trumpism went international. He couldn’t turn on his paramour Putin so Trump went after North Korea’s Kim Jong-Un. America approved. We’ve been handcuffed by this hoodlum and his heritage for too long. Kim went ballistic yet sounds more presidential than the terrorist that won the Electoral College. While the Red States were cheering Trump’s Nationalism and climate denial, America lost its pole position as the leader of the free world.

Through it all, you sat silent and

complacent. You did nothing. You sat on your “Blessed Ass-urance” through every sporting event from opening to close. And then Trump came after your trophy and treasure…The NFL!!!

Americans who refuse to salute the Alt-Right mantra hinted time and time again that Trump was racist. He gave you the best hint at Charlottesville; you gave him another pass. Then this carpetbagger landed in “Sweet Home” Alabama; home to Jefferson Beauregard Sessions; the human Swastika.

Trump declared that any SOB who wouldn’t stand for the anthem needed to be fired, given 50 lashes or both! The next day he threw in Stephen Curry and the NBA for good measure.

Trump would never make a similar statement about the PGA, the NHL or NASCAR; aka No Asians, Spooks, Chicanos, Arabs or Rabbis.

Now the time has come when you can’t be lukewarm; it’s cold or hot. Will you stand for the cause or in the hottest part of hell? Will it be the worldhouse or the outhouse? Either Donald Trump is a White Supremacist or just a garden variety bigot. How many of Trump’s 60 million voters saw him as their White Knight, their Imperial Wizard or their beloved Fuhrer?

It’s scary!!

God sent you this precious gift for a reason. We can say a lot about Donald Trump, but we can’t say that he’s lukewarm, which is more than can be said for most of us.

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2017 HBCU Alabama A&M University Visitor: Alcorn State University Location: Louis Crews Stadium, Huntsville, AL Date: October 8, 2017 | 2 PM Alabama State University Visitor: Miles College Location: ASU Stadium, Montgomery, AL Date: Nov. 24, 2017 | 3 PM Albany State University Visitor: Morehouse College Location: Albany State University Coliseum, Albany, GA Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2 PM Alcorn State University Visitor: Prairie View A&M University Location: Spinks-Casem Stadium, Lorman, MS Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2 PM Benedict College Visitor: Clark Atlanta University Location: 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 Central State University Visitor: Miles College Location: McPherson Stadium, Wilberforce, OH Date: Oct. 7, 2017 | 1 PM Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Visitor: Alabama State University Location: 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 Location: 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 Grambling State University Visitor: Texas Southern University Location: Robinson Stadium, Grambling, LA Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM Hampton University Visitor: Florida A&M University Location: Armstrong Stadium, Hampton, VA Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM Howard University Visitor: Morgan State University Location: William H. Greene Stadium, Washington, DC Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | TBA

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 Morgan State University Visitor: Savannah State University Location: Hughes Stadium, Baltimore, MD Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 1:00 PM Norfolk State University Visitor: Savannah State University Location: William “Dick” Price Stadium, Norfolk, VA Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM North Carolina A&T State University Visitor: Florida A&M University Location: Aggie Stadium, Greensboro, NC Date: Oct. 29, 2017 | 1:00 PM

Jackson State University Visitor: Alabama State University Location: Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, Jackson, MS Date: Nov. 4, 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

Johnson C. Smith University Visitor: Shaw University Location: Irwin Belk Complex, Charlotte, NC Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 1:00 PM

Prairie View A&M University Visitor: Bacone College Location: Panther Stadium, Prairie View, TX Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 2:00 PM

Kentucky State University Visitor: Tuskegee University Location: Alumni Stadium, Frankfort, KY Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 1:30 PM

Saint Augustine’s University Visitor: Johnson C. Smith University Location: George Williams Athletic Complex, Raleigh, NC Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:00 PM

Lane College Visitor: Langston University Location: Lane Field, Jackson, TN Date: Oct. 7, 2017 | 2:00 PM Langston University Visitor: Arizona Christian Location: W.E. Anderson Stadium, Langston, OK Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 2:00 PM Lincoln University (Missouri) Visitor: Truman State Location: Dwight T. Reed Stadium, Jefferson City, MO Date: Sep 23, 2017 | 2:00 PM Lincoln University (Pennsylvania) Visitor: Virginia State University Location: LU Football Stadium, Lincoln University, PA Date: Oct. 21, 2017 | 1:00 PM Livingstone College Visitor: Fayetteville State University

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Texas Southern University Visitor: Alabama State University Location: BBVA Compass Stadium, Houston, TX Date: Oct. 14, 2017 | 2:00 PM Tuskegee University Visitor: Central State University Location: Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium, Tuskegee, AL Date: Oct. 28, 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 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 West Virginia State University Visitor: Glenville State College Location: Lakin Field at Dickerson Stadium, Institute, WV Date: Sept. 30, 2017 | 1:30 PM Winston Salem State University Visitor: Shaw University Location: Bowman Gray Stadium, Winston-Salem, NC Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:30 PM alphabetically listed

Savannah State University Visitor: Hampton University Location: Theodore A. Wright Stadium, Savannah, GA Date: Oct. 7, 2017 | 2:00 PM Shaw University Visitor: Saint Augustine’s Location: Durham County Stadium, Durham, NC Date: Nov. 4, 2017 | 12:00 PM South Carolina State University Visitor: Howard University Location: Oliver C. Dawson Stadium, Orangeburg, SC Date: Oct. 28, 2017 | 1:30 PM Southern University and A&M College Visitor: Alabama A&M University Location: A.W. Mumford Stadium, Baton Rouge, LA Date: Oct. 7, 2017 | 6:00 PM

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NABJ names Media Executive Sharon Toomer as Executive Director

Former journalist and public affairs senior executive brings impressive portfolio to oldest and largest journalists of color association WASHINGTON, D.C. -- National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) President Sarah Glover announces that the organization has named Sharon Toomer, an accomplished media executive and nonprofit leader, as its new executive director.

The announcement today comes after an intense selection process and extensive national search facilitated by Harris Rand Lusk.

"We are excited that Sharon will be joining us at this critical time in NABJ's history," Glover said. "Her combined fundraising, organizational, executive management, journalism, and public affairs experience and skills make her a dominant force. Sharon is experienced, visionary and passionate. We feel confident that she will serve us well in the implementation of NABJ's strategic plan and be an impactful leader that shapes the national office as NABJ continues to grow and evolve.

"NABJ is so very fortunate to have Sharon onboard."

Citing Toomer's vast experience in public affairs, communications, journalism and new media, as well as her professional and organizational skills, Glover said the Spelman College graduate was very impressive throughout the process and exhibited several traits that will serve NABJ well.

"NABJ is making big strides. We are raising the bar, and capacity building our beloved NABJ," Glover said. "Strong leadership is critical as members are responding positively to the improved value NABJ provides and, equally important, the media industry needs NABJ to be forward-thinking now more than ever. Sharon's dynamic leadership is right on time."

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NABJ secretary Cheryl Smith agreed.

"While her resume was impressive and displayed the depth of experience and leadership necessary to lead the national office, also of significance is Sharon's passion, commitment, work ethic, management skills and sincerity," Smith said.

"There's no doubt in my mind she is the ideal person who will be of great benefit."

For Toomer, joining NABJ as executive director, "Is a rare moment in my career lifespan when opportunity, preparedness, shared interest and timing intersect."

Definitely no stranger to the organization, Toomer said she considers it a privilege to work for an organization that she personally knows has made a difference for so many.

"Since its founding, NABJ continues to be an essential pillar in the journalism and media landscape. In the world we're living in today, the talent, skill, perspective and nuance of NABJ and its members is even more urgent in journalism," she said. "Together, with an outstanding board, I look forward to advancing NABJ's mission, raising its profile and strengthening its capacity."

Prior to joining NABJ, Toomer served as senior vice president for public affairs and

policy at Matlock Advertising & Public Relations, where she led the agency's Reputation Group in its work with a diverse portfolio of clients representing the corporate, nonprofit, academic and business sectors. Toomer has also served as chief of staff and senior policy advisor for U.S. Representative (D.C.-Shadow) Franklin Garcia.

Toomer has also worked as an editorial producer for CNNfn and CNN Headline News and founded the award-winning digital news platform Black and Brown News.

As a communications professional, Toomer served two Kings County (Brooklyn, NY) District Attorney administrations.

She also worked for the Association of Black Foundation Executives, the Brooklyn Borough President's Office and the City University of New York faculty union.

A past recipient of CUNY's Graduate School of Journalism Political Reporting Fellowship, Toomer's wide-range of experiences and multicultural worldview has earned her awards in journalism excellence, and appearances on television, radio, print and digital news outlets. Her diverse viewpoint brings nuanced insight and added value to the workplace, projects and dialogue on key issues of the day.

NABJ Treasurer Greg Morrison also expressed excitement about Toomer.

"I've known Sharon since she was a college student and I have watched her mature and develop as a team player and leader," he said. "She is definitely more than prepared to lead our national office.

We are looking forward to great things under her tenure and I know she will make us proud."

In addition to her organizational skills, Toomer expounds on key issues of the day. Next month, her perspective and writings on community violence and trauma will be published by the National Academy of Medicine's expert paper collection, Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health.

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CHEVROLET “DISCOVER THE UNEXPECTED” FELLOWSHIP AWARDS LUNCHEON

Closing Ceremony for the 2017 National Newspaper Publishers Association “Discover the Unexpected” (DTU) Journalism Fellowship Program presented by Chevrolet in Washington, D.C. (From left to right) Interactive One Vice President of News and Men’s Programming and DTU Navigator, Jamilah Lemieux; Emcee-Songwriter, Philanthropist, Actress & DTU Ambassador and Spokesperson, MC Lyte; NNPA President and CEO, Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Chevrolet Diversity Marketing Manager, Michelle Alexander.

Closing Ceremony Award Presentation for the 2017 “Discover the Unexpected” (DTU) Journalism Fellowship in Washington, D.C. (From left to right) National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO, Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr.; Kelsey Jones, Spelman College; Noni Marshall, Howard University; Taylor Burris, Spelman College; Darrell Larome Williams, Morehouse College; Emcee-Songwriter, Philanthropist, Actress & DTU Ambassador and Spokesperson, MC Lyte; Ayron Lewallan, Morehouse College; Chevrolet Diversity Marketing Manager, Michelle Alexander; Tiana Hunt, Clark Atlanta University graduate; Jordan Fisher, Clark Atlanta University; Alexa Imani Spencer, Howard University; Atlanta Voice Publisher, Janis Ware; and NNPA Chairman and Chicago Crusader Publisher, Dorothy Leavell.

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and Chevrolet hosted a special luncheon during the Congressional Black Caucus to recognize journalism students from Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) who completed their 2017 Discover the Unexpected (DTU) Journalism Fellowship. Over the summer, eight students representing Clark Atlanta University, Howard Uni-

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versity, Morehouse College and Spelman College worked with NNPA editors and reporters at NNPA newspapers - Washington Informer; Atlanta Voice; Louisiana Weekly; and The Carolinian.

Legendary lyricist and hip hop pioneer MC Lyte, the program’s national spokesperson, served as emcee. Michelle Matthews-Alexander, diversity marketing manager, Chevrolet awarded the

2017 “Discover the Unexpected” (DTU) Journalism Fellows during the Fellowship Closing Ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Fellows with a special certificate of achievement for their journalism work. Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr., president and CEO, NNPA discussed how the Fellows worked with veteran journalists to gain hands-on experience and used their unique talents in digital and social media news and content development. Dorothy Leavell, chairman, NNPA discussed the importance of mentoring the next generation journalists.

The goal of the NNPA DTU Fellowship program, sponsored by Chevrolet, is to support the next generation of African American journalists and storytellers to blaze new trails in journalism. The DTU program launched in 2016 at Howard University and expanded in 2017 to include four HBCUs. The DTU Fellows discovered and delivered positive, unexpected news stories that impact their communities. The Fellows used the all-new 2018 Chevrolet Equinox during their reporting assignments to help them discover real news stories. To find out more on the program visit www.nnpa.org/ dtu.

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is one of the world's largest car brands, doing business

in more than 100 countries and selling more than 4.0 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet. com.

NNPA is a trade association of the more than 200 African American-owned community newspapers from around the United States. Since its founding 75 years ago, NNPA has consistently been the voice of the black community and an incubator for news that makes history and impacts our country.

As the largest and most influential Black-owned media resource in America, NNPA delivers news, information and commentary to over 20 million people each week.

Americans from all backgrounds seek news from the Black perspective from the NNPA member newspapers around the country.

In America, now among the most diverse countries in the world, the Black Press of America is more relevant than ever.

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THIS WEEKEND AT LONE STAR PARK Friday, September 29 through Sunday, October 1 Friday, September 29 • Live Quarter Horse Racing: Nine live races scheduled. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. First race post time is 6:35 p.m. $5 General Admission.

Free General Parking.

• AQHA Distance Challenge (G3): The 8th renewal of the Grade 3, $20,000 added AQHA Distance Challenge for 3-yr-olds & up at 870 yards is one of two featured Challenge races on the nine-race card Friday. The Distance Challenge is scheduled seventh race. Approximate post time is 9:23 p.m.

• Merial Distaff Challenge: Friday’s featured eighth race is the 8th running of the $25,000 added Merial Distaff Challenge for fillies & mares, 3-yr-olds & up at 400 yards. Approximate post time is 9:51 p.m. The winners of the two Challenge races earn a berth in the respective Challenge Championship race at Prairie Meadows on October 14.

• Happy Hour at Bar & Book: Each Monday Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 30 • Live Quarter Horse Racing: Nine live races scheduled. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. First race post time is 6:35 p.m. $5 General Admission.

Free General Parking.

• AQHA Racing Aces: Jennifer Hancock, AQHA Racing Ace will be on hand to give insight on handicapping Quarter Horses. She and track announcer Jim Byers will give a pre-race handicapping seminar covering the entire race card focusing on the Dash for Cash Futurity, Derby and Juvenile Stakes. The pre-race seminar will begin at 5:30 p.m. on the first level of the grandstand.

• Dash for Cash Futurity: The featured eighth race is the 20th running of the Grade 2, $393,000 Dash for Cash Futurity. Trials were on September 16 which determined the field with the 10 fastest making the 400-yard final.

Approximate post time is 9:51 p.m.

• Dash for Cash Derby: The featured seventh race is the 20th running of the Grade 3, $213,200 Dash for Cash Derby. Post time is approximately 9:23 p.m.

• Dash for Cash Juvenile Stakes: The featured sixth race on the card. Approximate post time is 8:55 p.m.

At Bar & Book • Handicapping Championship Series: Third chance qualifier 2 on Saturday at Bar & Book.

Handicapping Seminar with Track Announcer Jim Byers will begin at 10:30 a.m.

• Breeders’ Cup Prep Races: Two “Win and You’re In” Breeders’ Cup prep races simulcast

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live from Belmont Park, the Grade 1, $500,000 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (a qualifier for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf ); and the Grade 1, $350,000 Vosburgh Stakes (a qualifier for the TwinSpires Breeders’ Cup Sprint).

Sunday, October 1 At Bar & Book • Arc de Triomphe Simulcast: Bar & Book will open early Sunday at 6:45 a.m. to accommodate the simulcast of the Arc de Triomphe.

First post is at 7:10 a.m. and we will have the entire 7-race, all Grade 1 card available.

Special Event At Lone Star Park • The Big BIG Benefit for Hurricane Harvey Relief: The Big BIG Benefit will take place on October 1st from 10am to 10pm at Lone Star Park. Acts such as Forever Mac (a Fleetwood Mac tribute), Swan Song (a Led Zeppelin Tribute), and Texas Flood (a Stevie Ray Vaughn tribute act), will take the stage to help raise money for Hurricane Harvey Relief.

Starting with limited entry for Yoga N Da Hood at 10am, General Entry and the start of the festival will begin around 11:30. There will be craft and food vendors as well as food trucks to accompany the live music. The full event schedule can be found on our website at http://bigbigbenefit.indepth.events/ event-schedule/.

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Miss USA - 2016 - to speak at 16th Sister to Sister Fitness Festival The 16th Annual Sister to Sister (5K) Fitness Festival will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 310 East Parkerville Rd, in Cedar Hill, Texas.

The Honorary Chairperson will be DeShauna Barber, Miss USA of 2016.

"When I lost my mother to cancer last August, it gave me an opportunity to understand how short life is. It also has given me the opportunity to understand how important it is to eat as healthy as possible and to treat my body like a temple," said Barber, who gave up her crown in June.

"My main message that I want women to know is that we are fearless. We are limitless.

I 've always been focused on inspiring women to chase their dreams and not feel limited by stereotypes or the umbrella that has been placed over us in this country," added Barber who is an Army Reserve officer.

"This year's event is all about the family.

When you have cancer, it doesn't just affect you, it touches everyone that you love," said

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Sylvia Dunnavant Hines, the Founder of the Celebrating Life Foundation.

The festivities will begin with an aerobic workout led my fitness guru Donna Richardson and Life Coach Ron Carey at 8:00 AM. The race/walk will start at 8:30 am. Other activities will include health information, shopping experience with local vendors, healthy cooking demos by Chef Cassondra Armstrong and Chef Tavon Burrow.

There will be also mammograms at no cost for those without insurance over the age of 40 that qualify. The host for the event will be radio personality, Lynne Haze of KRNB. Attendees can register here https://sistertosister5k. itsyourrace.com/register/.

The Celebrating Life Foundation is a non-profit organization devoted to making cancer powerless by educating, encouraging and empowering the African American Community, Women of Color and the medically underserviced about the risks of breast cancer.

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Ask Alma:

Alcoholic Parents

how can I stop her from drinking in front of my Dad? My Dad won’t Alma Gill’s newsroom expe- stop drinking if she keeps providrience spans more than 25 ing it.

years, including various roles at USA Today, Newsday and the Washington Post. Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@gmail.com.

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Dear Alma, My Dad and my Stepmom have been together for over 20 years.

They both have and always did drink way too much. I’d even say both are alcoholics. Recently my Dad was hospitalized and obviously told he has to stop drinking.

My Stepmom says that’s his problem, not hers. How do I get her to see what she’s doing is wrong and

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C.K., Alexandria, Va.

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I sympathize with the position you’re in. That still, however, doesn’t remove the fact that your Dad has an addiction that he’s “large and in-charge” of. Let’s pause here and give you a minute

Offer your Dad resources to finding a local Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. He has to take the first step. Once associated, I’m sure they’ll direct him on what his next step should be. Remind your father that facing his addiction is a sign of strength.

Dear C.K., This is a tough situation and

to understand and resonate, this is your Dad’s burden to bear.

Allow me a minute and address

the consideration and compassion this deserves. I say this as respectfully as I can muster – you can’t give up crack living next door to the crack house.

You feel me? Offer your Dad resources to finding a local Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. He has to take the first step. Once associated, I’m sure they’ll direct him on what his next step should be.

Remind your father that facing his addiction is a sign of strength.

Let him know you’ll support him unconditionally. After taking hold of his responsibility, your Dad will decide what to do about your stepmom.

That, too, is his choice not yours. I’ll be praying for your Dad, you and your family.

Alma

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