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Kenny Jay makes women very, very happy on 94.5 and he’s doing it here too!

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Message to the People...

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Showing love while he’s still here with us!

YOU ARE INVITED TO A Celebration of Service Reception

Cheryl Smith

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GORDON JACKSON U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson 5

MANAGING EDITOR OF THE DALLAS WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Sunday, March 31, 2013 at 2p.m.

Pan African Connections Bookstore & Resource Center 828 Fourth Avenue

Dallas, Texas 75226

For over 20 years Gordon Jackson has covered Black Dallas as Reporter, Columnist, Editor and Managing Editor. With each assignment he performed his tasks with great honor, integrity and a vast knowledge of his work. He was also active with fellow journalist organizations like NABJ, DFW/ABC and Journalism Workshop. Several weeks ago Gordon announced that he was leaving Dallas returning back to his home state of Mississippi. We’ll miss him, but know he will cover the black community there with the same ethics and enthusiasm as he did in Dallas.

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Please join community folk like Veteran Journalist Cheryl Smith, Dallas Weekly Reporter Jihad Muhammad, City Council Members Carolyn R. Davis and Dwaine R. Caraway along with Community Developer Diane Ragsdale, Community Activists Thomas Muhammad and Damarcus Offord as they roast and toast Gordon with a fun filled evening send-off.

Come tell your favorite “Gordon Jackson stories” and share your experiences with the audience. Gordon was with us for a long time so, we know you have plenty to unload.

The event is Free and Punch and Cookies will be served and all gifts cash or otherwise will be very much appreciated. Hope to see you there!!!

For more call 214-460-7672 or email tmuhammad2003@yahoo.com

I MESSENGER Cheryl Smith, Publisher Established 2011 IMESSENGER is a tribute to Le Messager, founded by Cameroonian journalist Pius Njawe and The Messenger, an independent magazine, founded by labor activist A . Philip Randolph and economist Chandler Owen.

IM ESSENGER is committed to informing, inspiring, enlightening and provoking thought in a forum that is international. Submissions for publication consideration may be submitted to www.myimessenger.com.

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For those who don’t know Gordon, he is a strong advocate and kind spirited person. When he says he is going to do something, he makes every effort to honor his commitment.

I first met Gordon when he worked at Minority Opportunity News. From there he had stints at the Dallas Examiner, Dallas Weekly and with his own publication. He left for a brief hiatus and returned, determined to cover the African American community, as though he never left. He has joined me on KKDA but I know he got a real joy out of hosting his own show on DFWiRadio.com.

Gordon has to go take care of business with his family in Mississippi. I sincerely hope that his pen, nor his voice will be silenced -- that he will continue being a voice for the voiceless.

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A HIGHWAY TO FREEDOM THE QUEST FOR PEACE

For Immediate Release For More Information Contact Taroue Brooks tbrooks@cjonespr.com 202-431-1119 Actor Malik Yoba Supports Book Focusing

As we stand here today, At the crossroads of freedom and equality, The celebration of the emancipation proclamation must not become a novelty.

That great march was the start, To engage a nations heart, To pull back the veil of discrimination and oppression And to cease and release the rights of a people, And honor our Declarations intended predilections.

And though we have lived to behold A man of color residing in our countries most prestigious house, There is still so much work to do, We must remain vigilant and persistent, Of this there can be no doubt.

His coming was the hailing of an inspired notion, That we can be what we choose when motivated by devotion.

He exemplifies that we are not separate and often more than equal, His second term in office is a historic sequel.

We must strive to bring liberation through education.

We must teach our sons and daughters To look beyond their situations.

Let us inspire them to nurture and caress their dreams, For then shall we all be able to lift our voices and sing.

Like Martin we must live our dreams, Like Malcolm we must do what is necessary, Like Medgar we need to have the courage To not let our voices be buried.

Let us unite and work to bring calm To the chaos in our streets, For then and only then Shall we know the majesty Of that elusive jewel known as peace.

ZEMILL Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved. Lyrics Unlimited Publishing

Happy Centennial Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

CHERYL’S WORLD Tune in to Cheryl’s World on Blog Talk Radio, or call 646-200-0459 to hear informative, entertaining, enlightening and thought-provoking commentary and news with veteran journalist Cheryl Smith on Sundays at 8a.m. and Business Sense with Katina Potts on Mondays at 6p.m., Something Natural with aromatherapist Deborah Long Chambers on Tuesdays at 6p.m., Love A Natural Me with Yvette and Amy on Wednesdays at 6p.m., Young Generation Talk with Dareia Tolbert, Dr. Buckey and Lady D on Thursdays at 6p.m., and See you at the Movies - with Jamille Bradfield on Fridays at 6p.m.

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It Has Begun! Legendary multi-platinum country artist Collin Raye tells everyone everywhere he goes, “Imaj is country’s next big star!” What makes Imaj such an amazing anomaly is that her mission has always been simply, “Peace & Love” — a movement that has been advocated since The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Janis Joplin and Michael Jackson…then along came Imaj to continue the Peace Movement.

What makes this so great is that Team Imaj has begun to expand her mission to not only spread world peace but to spread the awareness of Imaj and make the world a better place. You’ve heard the Breaking News: “IMAJ: Self-Titled Debut Album Set To Release This Summer/Fall!” We can’t

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wait for the release! And now…we’re joining hands nationwide. Join us at “Team Imaj” her official street team!

All you have to do is: 1. Click “Join Group” here http://www.facebook.com/groups/ 352164268186566/ 2. And register here: http://imaj.wufoo.com/forms/z7x3x5/ When you’re done please share the group on Facebook and be ready to have some fun!!!

For those sharing on Twitter: Please Tweet the following: #TeamImaj: IT HAS BEGUN. http://bit.ly/M4btHz (Please Re-

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SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT...

A Pope of the People

Critical deadline looms

By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

The selection of former Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina as the new leader of the world’s one billion Catholics is a welcomed event to those of us who believe that a central part of faith is work that uplifts people who are economically burdened and bruised.

By all accounts from those who are familiar with him and his work, the new pope is a profound intellectual who has avoided the regal trappings of office. Instead, he lived in a simple apartment and traveled on public transportation while a senior church official in Argentina.

Once selected he quickly took the name of Saint Francis of Assisi, who was known for his work with people who had little wealth, but great faith. Legend has it that once while praying he heard a voice that said “go Francis and repair my house.”

Born in 1182, Saint Francis founded the Franciscan order whose members were devoted to the service of others, particularly those who found themselves in need. His life was one that many priests throughout the history of the church have attempted to emulate for its depth of belief and its vast charity.

A fan of soccer in his native country, Pope Francis refused to be driven in a chauffeured limousine and prepared his own meals. He is the first Jesuit Pope and is also the first non-European Pope in 1200 years.

I believe that Pope Francis will be inclusive, that he will seek more diversity in the leadership of the church and that he will place greater emphasis on the development of the faith in South America and Africa, two continents where the church’s population continues to grow.

According to the Pew Research Center, the five countries with the highest numbers of Catholics are Brazil (126 m), Mexico (96 m), the Philippines (75.5 m), the United States (75.3 m) and Italy (49 m). There are 31 million Catholics in Argentina, the Pope’s land of birth. Thirty-nine percent of the world’s Catholics live in Latin America and the Caribbean. No other part of the world has a larger percentage.

While serving as a Cardinal in Argentina, Pope Francis spontaneously washed and kissed the feet of twelve patients ravaged with HIV/AIDS during a hospital visit. He said to those with him that he was not one to forget the “sick and the poor.”

Certainly, he will prove himself to be a pope of the people.

U.S. Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson is the highest-ranking Texan on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure and a senior member of the Science Committee.

She represents the 30th Congressional District of Texas, which, includes Downtown Dallas, Fair Park, Kessler Park, Old East Dallas, Pleasant Grove, South Dallas & South Oak Cliff; all of Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Hutchins, Lancaster & Wilmer and parts of Ferris, Glenn Heights, South Grand Prairie, Oak Lawn, Ovilla, Uptown/Victory Park and West Dallas.

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By Monifa Bandele MomsRising.org There is a deadline looming of great concern to Black parents of school-aged children. Last month the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a proposed rule that would update the nutritional guidelines for snacks sold in schools for the first time in 30 years. The public has until April 9th, to make comments about how strong or weak the final rule should be.

This is huge. School-aged children consume about 50 percent of their calories at school and 40 percent of all students supplement or substitute their lunch meal with snacks sold in vending machines and a la carte lines. For African American children, girls in particular, the strength of this rule is a matter of life quality and expectancy.

You've heard the stats. Black women and girls are suffering from nutrition related illnesses at a higher rate than any other demographic in America. Heart disease is the number one killer of all women, and black women are more likely to develop heart disease than other groups of women. A shocking 78 percent of Black women are overweight or obese, and 37 percent of us have high

blood pressure. Sadly for our girls, African American women develop hypertension much earlier in life than our counterparts.

Why does it start earlier? Here's one factor: according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 25 percent of Black girls ages six to eleven are overweight or obese, making them more susceptible to Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension during their lifetimes, specifically during their childhoods.

This is a national emergency!

Thanks to several public information campaigns - including First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign - people are finally beginning to take notice of the skyrocketing rate of nutrition-related illnesses occurring among all children and focusing more on physical activity. Schools and communities across the country are also realizing that children, just like adults, need consistent exercise to achieve a healthy life.

However, according to a report released last year by the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, physical activity alone won't be enough to change the tide for Black girls. They need different approaches to prevent obesity including a reduction in calories.

Our children and families are consuming too much junk--food that is high in calories and void of nutrition. Children by nature are easily influenced. That is why we don't allow children and teens to purchase alcohol and tobacco. They are not equipped with the same decision-making tools as adults. At the

end of the day, children are at the mercy of what is available to them at home and at school. We've got to be vigilant about making sure that there are healthy options in both places!

Access to healthy foods in our schools can make a world of difference in the lives of our children.

A study by the research and policy group Bridging the Gap found that overweight or obese fifth graders who lived in states with strong laws restricting the sale of unhealthy snacks and beverages in schools were less likely to remain overweight or obese by the eighth grade than were their peers in states without these laws .

Right now, we all have the chance to make sure that there are healthier snack options for children in schools everywhere. The USDA is currently seeking public input on proposed nutritional standards which will allow schools to offer healthier snack foods for our children and limit junk food served to students.

This is where you as parent and community member come in.

Let's make high nutritional standard the norm everywhere. The proposed USDA rule will be as good as we demand it to be. Our voices are needed because we have the most to lose. There is less than a month left to send comments to the USDA. Go to http://Moms.ly/USDAnow or text "NOJUNK" to Rising (747464) today to make your voice heard on this important issue.

Monifa Bandele is campaign director for MomsRising.org, a national organization with over a million members across the country advocating for the health and economic security of our families.

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A guy who hits a woman can be called lots of things.

“Man” is not one of them.

The opinions expressed by columnists are not necessarily those of I MESSENGER.

Every manuntil hasa adesignated right to month his own opinion. Every race has a right Don’t wait to its own to go action; to the doctor-therefore let no man persuade you against your Cancer, hypertension, blood clots, kidney disease and will, let no other race influence you against your own. other ills are not paying attention to a calendar and neither should you!

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BARBARA PIERCE BUSH KEYNOTES NEW FRIENDS NEW LIFE LUNCHEON Focus on Supporting Sexua!y Trafficked and Exploited Women and Girls

Barbara Pierce Bush, CEO and co-founder of Global Health Corps, is the keynote speaker of the New Friends New Life "WINGS" Luncheon on Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 300 Reunion Blvd. in Dallas. Her mother Laura Bush will introduce her at the luncheon.

New Friends New Life (NFNL) restores and empowers trafficked girls and sexually exploited women and their children. By providing access to education, job training, interim financial assistance, mental health and spiritual support, New Friends New Life helps women and their children overcome abuse, addiction, poverty and limited opportunities.

Global Health Corps (GHC) mobilizes young professionals of diverse backgrounds from around the world to develop health care programs for poor communities. One of the GHC programs provides healthcare for trafficked and exploited women and girls in the Washington, D.C. area.

New Friends New Life helped 657 women and teenage girls and their children last year.

National statistics show that 80 percent of trafficked teens are runaways and more than 90 percent of exploited women were sexually abused as a child.

Cathy, a survivor and protégé in the NFNL program, is like more than 90 percent of exploited women who were victims of early childhood sexual abuse. "New Friends New life is very good at not giving a handout, but helping you to learn," she said. Cathy credits New Friends New Life with saving her life.

"They help you to realize how much true power you have in yourself."

Cathy was exploited for five years. When she learned about New Friends New Life, she utilized their resources to start a new life.

Cathy is now a member of the NFNL Leadership Circle and mentors new women entering the program.

The "WINGS" luncheon event Chairman is Gina Betts, partner with Locke Lord LLP. The honorary chairmen are mother and daughter Lana Andrews and Natalie McGuire, community volunteers associated with Andrews Distributing. CBS 11 News This Morning Anchor Brendan Higgins is the MC for the luncheon.

The presenting sponsor is Texas Health Resources. "Texas Health is committed to our mission to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve;this includes a focus on improving women's health," said Doug Hawthorne, FACHE, CEO, Texas Health Resources.

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Duncanville 2013 Teacher of the Year nominees announced, winners to advance Duncanville ISD campus Teachers of the Year are nominated and selected by their peers. Twentyfour educators have been named 2013 Duncanville ISD Campus Teachers of the Year and are now candidates for the district’s Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year honors that will be announced at the annual Staff Appreciation Event later this spring. District Teachers of the Year will advance to Region X competition, and then to theTexas Teacher of the Year program.

Merrifield - Felecia Adams Smith - Tara Flatt-Ferguson Brandenburg - Treva Millarr Daniel - Tracy Padilla Hardin - Doria Telsa

Acton - Elizabeth Hunter Byrd - Jessica Drummond and Marla Hust Alexander - Whitney Scarbrough Bilhartz - Brandi Bradford Central - Felicia Graham

Kennemer - LaCheryl Prince and Carlean Robson

Fairmeadows - Rachel Arteaga

Reed - Terrence Chase and LaShunda Foster Duncanville HS - Kimberly Baker, Blanca Patlan, Jeni Tahaney, and Dianne Williams

Hastings - Derek Gammon

PACE HS - Becky Friesen

Hyman - Misty Parker

Summit - Linda Lawson-Kennedy

Deadline approaching for Scholarship Program Do you know a graduating high school senior who is in need for additional cash to pursue their academic endeavors? If you answered yes, then we have a scholarship opportunity for you to pass along.

The North Dallas Suburban Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for our 2013 Book Scholarship Program. These scholarships are targeted to high school seniors of African American descent who possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent). Applicants are required to submit the attached application packet by April 1st (postmark deadline).

Selected applicants will be notified via phone and will be asked to participate in the scholarship presentation at NDSA's Emerging Artist Showcase on May 5th.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Scholarship Chair, Kenetha Belizaire via phone at 214-810-6725 or via email at scholarship@dstndsa.org.

Visit www.dstndsa.org to learn more about our sorority, our chapter, and how we are impacting the community.

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NEW Global African Publication launches in Canada: Afri-Culture Ottawa, ON-- Over the last decade a number of long withstanding ethnic publications have fell under economic pressures to a closure.

Although many news sources have been lost, there is a new generation of young entrepreneurs ready to take the reigns and build sustainable media companies to fill in the information gap to the audiences highly neglected in commercial media.

Raissa Nkuba, a young Congolese-descent entrepreneur, founded and launched Afri-Culture in January 2013.

Afri-Culture is an online publication that focuses on the

Raissa Nkuba, Publisher Afri-Culture

'state of affairs' in African news around the world. As the African Diaspora's population grows, the need for news on the "Motherland" is much needed.

Solely in its third month of launching this year, Afri-Culture has already over 6,000 followers on its social media accounts, and a growing global readership at www.Afri-Culture.com "Afri-Culture was founded to celebrate, honor and empower people of African descent. At Afri-Culture, we take pride in the fact that we promote strictly positive information involving the African continent.

Most of what is shown on the news in relation to Africa is usually negative. Why aren't we seeing news regarding Africa's incredibly fast development in the last couple of years?

It's very important that we demonstrate a balanced perspective of the African continent. It's true--there is poverty in Africa, but the African continent is also home to some of the greatest authors, musicians and thinkers.

Who is telling their stories?

Afri-Culture was founded to tell the many stories of Africa.

We are taking up this cause to empower and inspire the future generation.

Although, the publication has been around for three months, it has quickly gained a significant number of fans and supporters -- future proving people are yearning for this information."

TV ONE to premiere Trumpet Awards

· Mayor Kasim Reed – Public Service Award Presenters for the 21st Annual Trumpet Awards include Eva Marcille, Derek Luke, Dr. Steve Perry, Tika Sumpter, Patrick Ewing, Dikembe Mutombo, Roland S. Martin, Jason Cooper, Ambassador Andrew Young, Isha Sesay, Ryan Smith, Tom Joyner, and Verdine White. Performances provided by an award-winning lineup including Charlie Wilson, Fantasia, Avant, Tamela Mann, Anthony Hamilton, Linda Herring, Luke James, Jennifer Holliday and TV One’s R&B Divas Keke Wyatt, Nicci Gilbert-Daniels, Syleena Johnson, LaTocha Scott and Monifah.

The Trumpet Awards were created in 1993 to honor AfricanAmerican achievement in diverse fields such as law, religion, politics, public service, sports and entertainment.

Silver Spring, MD – TV One will premiere the 21st Annual Trumpet Awards, hosted by TV and Radio One personality Rickey Smiley and acclaimed actress Essence Atkins on Easter Sunday, March 31, 8PM/ ET, with an encore presentation at 11 PM/ET. 2013 Trumpet Award Honorees: · Chaka Khan – Legend Award · Charlie Wilson – Lifetime Achievement Award · Michael McMillan – Community Service Award · Alonzo and Tracy Mourning – Humanitarian Award · Debra Martin-Chase – Entertainment Award · Edward Welburn, Jr. – Corporate Award

April is Fair Housing Month:

Housing choice is your right Without any television specials or advertising campaigns to remind us, the fact that April is Fair Housing Month can

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telling me that you have looked into your mirror all your life and just discovered you are not pretty? Either something is wrong with your mirror, or something is definitely wrong with you.

There is a thing called ‘self-esteem.’

That is your problem and not your mirror.

I want to be pretty like the other girls Dear Gwendolyn: I am 16 and just beginning to date.

My mother is a product of ‘not dating’ until the age of 16. Although I had no desire to date until now, waiting was not a problem. I have been to several parties with my girlfriends and they were all asked to dance by a boy, but I had no offers. That bothered me until I looked into my mirror and discovered I was not pretty like the other girls’.

Janice

Boys 2 men do have a tendency to lurk after what they consider as beauty.

I want you to focus on receiving the highest degrees you can – that is more important than to stop and waste precious time being concerned about your looks. As you move into adulthood, you will see those same girls who are popular with dates looking old, run down, beat out, and ugly. What they once had as beauty will be gone.

But for yourself, you will always look elegant and continue to look elegant, as you grow old gracefully. Janice, think about it.

Another observation you will come to know is that when young girls your age are popular, believe me, it is not their beauty.

These young girls are known to display body parts — other than their face.

Dear Janice, I seldom receive letters from teenagers. So, thank you for having the courage to write to me concerning your problem. Let me tell you this: Are you

"Ask Gwendolyn Baines" advice column is distributed by the National Newspaper Publishers' Association (NNPA)Washington, D.C.

FAITH FITNESS IS BACK! PLEASE JOIN FRIENDSHIP-WEST AS WE PRESENT Basic Fitness Class for Senior Adults Every Monday & Wednesday 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Located in the Banquet Area SWING CLASSES at the Wild Wild West!

Every Tuesday & Thursday Evening 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

FWBC Banquet Area WALKING GROUP SATURDAY MORNINGS TIME: 8:00 A.M. | Location: FWBC Zumba TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM AT FWBC BOOT CAMP FITNESS EVERY 2nd & 4th SATURDAY MORNINGS - TIME 7:00 A.M. All classes are free of charge No experience necessary Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome For more information please contact sports@friendshipwest.org or (214) 861-0457

For more information, Deborah Long Chambers, Certified Aromatherapist CEO, Designs for Living Comfortably www.livingcomfortably.com

Something Natural with Deborah Long Chambers HOUSTON – The University of Houston has created an interdisciplinary minor in energy and sustainability designed for students who are pursuing a wide range of majors but want to understand the key issues in the world of energy.

The new minor is part of UH’s strategic

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Roland Martin named NABJ's Journalist of the Year WASHINGTON -- -The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) has announced that Roland S. Martin, nationally syndicated columnist, television host, and radio and television commentator, is to receive the organization's Journalist of the Year award. It is one of NABJ's most coveted honors celebrating the accomplishments of black journalists and those who support blacks in the media. Martin was selected for the award by NABJ's Board of Directors.

"I am enormously thankful and humbled that NABJ has bestowed this amazing honor on me for my work as a fearless voice in advocating the critical issues facing voters in the 2012 election, but especially as they relate to African Americans," said Martin. "I hope this honor serves as a lesson to any young or veteran journalist that Black media platforms are just as essential and important to us today as they have always been. Before CNN, TV One offered me a TV platform for my commentaries, as well my own show. After CNN, TV One and Tom Joyner, are still there. It pleases me greatly to be at a place where our voices and images are the norm, and not the exception. I'm enormously thankful for the opportunity."

Martin currently is host and managing editor of TV One's Washington Watch with Roland Martin, and a senior analyst for The Tom Joyner Morning Show. He is also a nationally syndicated columnist with Creators Syndicate and a contributor to CNN. "Roland Martin has had an enviable career as a multimedia journalist, becoming a respected and trusted voice in print, on air and online," said NABJ President Gregory Lee, Jr. "He is unapologetic about his quest to provide well-rounded coverage of the AfricanAmerican community, and to provide unique insights to diverse audiences across the many platforms on which he is asked to contribute on a regular basis."

Those who nominated Martin noted his important coverage of voter suppression, perhaps the biggest story of the 2012 presidential election.

"No other African-American journalist and member of NABJ brought more news and analysis to black communities about the most important story of 2012 than Roland Martin," said Vanessa Williams, former NABJ President and an editor at The Washington Post. "As managing editor and host of Washington Watch on TV One, Roland consistently offered journalism that reflected the hopes and fears of many African American voters as they anxiously watched to see whether Barack Obama would win a second term as president of the United States."

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Earlier in his career, Martin was a radio talk show host for WVON-AM in Chicago. He is the former executive editor and general manager of The Chicago Defender, one of the nation's oldest black newspapers. He was the founding news editor for Savoy Magazine, and the founding editor of BlackAmericaWeb.com.

A published author, he has written three books: "Listening to the Spirit Within: 50 Perspectives on Faith,"

"Speak, Brother! A Black Man's View of America," and "The First: President Barack Obama's Road to the White House as originally reported by Roland S. Martin."

A lifetime member of the National Association of Black Journalists, Martin served as the organization's first national student representative, and as national secretary of the board from 2009 until 2011.

Martin is a graduate of Texas A&M University and Louisiana Baptist University. He is married to the Rev. Jacquie Hood Martin. The couple resides in Washington, D.C. An advocacy group established in 1975 in Washington, D.C., NABJ is the largest organization for journalists of color in the nation, and provides career development as well as educational and other support to its members.

Black Cable TV Ratings for Week March 18 - 24 Top 25 Cable Shows in Black Households The total number of viewers, according to Nielsen, watching the Top 25 was unchanged from the week's 26 million Rank Program

Network

AA Rating

AA Share AA Viewers

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REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD

BET

10.1

14.5

1,922

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REAL HOUSEWIVES ATLANTA

BRAVO

9.7

13.6

1,801

3

NBA REGULAR SEASON

ESPN

8.2

11.9

1,528

4

MARRIED TO MEDICINE

BRAVO

7.2

9.8

1,349

5

LOVE AND HIP HOP 3

VH1

6.6

9.6

1,241

6

SECOND GENERATION WAYANS

BET

5.9

8.6

1,120

7

BLACK INK CREW

VH1

5.9

8.2

1,167

8

REAL HOUSEWIVES ATLANTA

BRAVO

5.8

8.2

1,073

9

THE BIBLE

HISTORY

5.6

7.7

1,130

10

REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD

BET

5.3

7.5

951

11

WWE ENTERTAINMENT

USA

5.2

7.3

983

12

RIP THE RUNWAY

BET

5.1

7.4

1,175

13

WWE ENTERTAINMENT

USA

5.0

7.1

1,009

14

KIDS CHOICE AWARDS 2013

NICK

4.8

7.8

1,171

15

WWE ENTERTAINMENT

USA

4.7

6.8

837

16

NBA REGULAR SEASON

ESPN

4.5

7.4

743

17

BRAXTON FAMILY VALUES

WE

4.5

6.3

844

18

BAD GIRLS CLUB

OXYGEN

4.4

6.6

837

19

THE FIRST 48

A&E

4.2

6.0

781

20

AFTER THE FIRST 48

A&E

4.2

6.0

775

21

LA LAS FULL COURT LIFE 3

VH1

4.2

5.9

819

22

REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD

BET

4.1

5.8

745

23

BET MOVIE OF THE WEEK

BET

4.0

6.2

797

24

BET MOVIE OF THE WEEK

BET

4.0

5.9

857

25

WWE FRI NIGHT SMACKDOWN

SYFY

4.0

6.2

796

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Kenny Jay joins I Messenger Enterprises!

As a kid growing up in Ft. Worth, TX, Kenny J loved listening to the radio, but not for the music; it was for the personalities that gave each song a life, a story, a meaning.

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mother, he got his first job as a radio DJ in Tulsa, OK, doing middays at 18.

To the listeners at Power 1550AM/KBLK in Tulsa, OK, he was known as “Shaggy B”and from day one “Shaggy B” ruled the midday airwaves entertaining listeners with his wit and playing all the hits.

“I think I was made to do radio,” the talent formerly known as “Shaggy B” says about his success at Power 1550AM. Other stations discovered “Shaggy B’s” talent and loved the skills but hated the name. It was at his second station, Mix 102.3/KTOW that “Kenny J” was born.

Although he enjoyed ruling the Oklahoma airwaves, there was a longing to make a mark in his hometown. When the station he grew up listening to called to offer a job he jumped at the chance and packed up his life in Oklahoma to work for K104/KKDA-FM. His time at his hometown station did not last as long as he had hoped so Kenny J’s talent took him to North Carolina.

His stint in North Carolina was also short lived as K104 came knocking again

and this time the relationship would last for a decade. During his 10 years at K104, “Big Baby” Kenny J held on to the number one spot in the middays “making the ladies happy and helping the brothers out.”

When his tenure at K104 came to an end, Kenny J took his skills to the city of Indianapolis, IN at Radio One’s WHHH/ Hot 96.3, followed by a stint in West Palm Beach, FL at CBS WMBX 102.3 where he also lent his hand at sharing his passion for radio with the students at the Connecticut School of Broadcasting.

Home came calling again, this time it was 105.7/KRNB that rang and once again Kenny J came through dominating in the ratings with his natural gift.

The skill did not go without notice, and when it was time for him to leave KRNB, Kenny J landed a spot at KSOC Old School 94.5.

At Old School Kenny J is a lot more than the voice you hear In the afternoon, he has expanded his talents to much more, bringing you the music he knows you’ll enjoy!

Radio is not the only love in Kenny J’s life -- there’s his son Trevor, 14, and his step son, Nicholas, 7, whom he enjoys hanging with. He will also be tying the knot and jumping the broom with his soul mate, Shaundrell, on April 5, 2013.

Kenny Jay also enjoys traveling, sports, movies and writing. Yes writing…bet you did not know he is also a published author?

Well he is, so in addition to Kenny Jay’s columns in I Messenger and Texas Metro News, be on the look out for his relationship book Guide to Making Ladies Happy, with just about everything a man needs to know for pleasing a woman.

It is only natural that he write a book about making the ladies happy because… that’s his job!!! !

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The Real Kenny Jay

By Kenny Jay

kennyjayonair@gmail.com

Let me start by saying I am extremely excited about writing my first column here. I would also like to encourage you to give me your feedback.

I thought long and hard about what to write about, with so much going on not only nationally, but locally. There’s the Gun Law discussion, the economy, etc.

I decided to go in a totally different direction. I would like to discuss BEAUTY SHOP TALK!!!!

That’s right, beauty shop talk. My lady goes all the time, and I talk to a lot of women on the radio all day every day, and it’s what I’ve been told that is discussed in the beauty shop among other things. A lady once called into my show and asked a very traditional/popular question: Why do all man cheat?

Oh boy!!! Here we go.

First and foremost, all men DO NOT CHEAT! I’m one who does not cheat on my queen.

However, that being said, a lot of men do. Today I’m going to tell you why and how to know if your man is cheating.

Are you ready? lol.

First let’s address “Do all men Cheat?” Short answer NO...Now on to the why men cheat part, believe it or not ladies it’s a simple answer: BECAUSE HE WANTS TO. While talking to this lady on my radio show, she asked “Kenny when you and your homeboys are talking do they ever talk about cheating on their ladies?”

I told her that it is really not a conversation that men have. Now I will say me and the fellows could be having a generic conversation and a attractive lady walks by, a man may say something to the effect of, “MAN SHE IS FINE!” But not often will a man tell another man he is cheating on his woman.

It is my opinion that if a man decides to cheat it is probably no feelings/ emotions involved.

It’s strictly physical. Now of course that is still no reason nor does it make it right. Now I believe for a woman who may have decided to step out on her man would probably be more emotional.

And fellows, remember it’s probably somebody she is known for quite some time.

So basically at the end of my long conversation with this lady, I told her there’s good news and bad news.

Bad news -- unfortunately some men cheat. Good news -- all men do not cheat.

On to the “how do you know if your man is cheating?”

Well ladies I have another simple answer -- you’re not crazy -- you know when something is different.

But let’s have some fun. Here are a few things to look for.

1. Does your man come home and turn his phone off or put it on vibrate?

2. Is he not interested in having sex as much anymore?

Listen if your man is cheating, you probably know who she is, and it’s probably somebody from his past because for some reason some men go backwards.

In closing if you feel something is not right ask questions, and if you’re satisfied with the answers then your man is probably not cheating.

However if you don’t feel comfortable with the answers you may have a problem.

Now if your man comes home late and smells like another woman, ask him to give you some loving and if he says “no” your man may just be cheating...

Don’t forget to give me your feedback at kennyjayonair@gmail.com Listen to me weekdays from 2p-7p on Old School 94.5 And remember: What’s my job?

That’s right -- To make women happy!

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I want to invite you to the Steve Harvey National Mentoring Camp in Dallas, June 11-16, 2013 where I and some of my very good friends will conduct a series of seminars on the principles of manhood, leadership, and community empowerment.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Friday, March 15, 2013 ABOUT THE MENTORING WEEKEND The goal of “The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men” is to break the misguided traits of manhood and create a generation of men who are emotionally, socially and economically strong.

The mentoring camps are interactive programs whose sole purpose is to share and teach the principles of manhood and dream building to young men. The program helps young men realize their potential and envision a future where they are physically and emotionally equipped, responsible and productive men.

Hosted by Steve Harvey, this program includes a host of workshops that focus on personal responsibility, dream building, and the importance of nutrition and physical fitness. In addition, the participants are introduced to positive male role models who are leaders in various areas, including business, their communities, entertainment and the military.

Since 2009 thousands of applications have been received for consideration and hundreds of yonng men from single female-headed households have participated in the Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men.

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January – Fisk University, Nashville, TN February - Wilberforce University, Wilberforce OH March - Howard University, Washington, D.C. April – Florida Memorial University, Miami Gardens, Fl May – Kentucky State University, Frankfort, KY June – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Pine Bluff, AR July – Dillard University, New Orleans, LA August – Savannah State University, Savannah, GA September – Grambling State University, Grambling, LA October – North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro, NC November – Alcorn State University, Lorman, MS. PAGE 12

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Barbara Pierce Bush, CEO and co-founder of Global Health Corps, is the keynote speaker of the New Friends New Life "WINGS" Luncheon on Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 300 Reunion Blvd. in Dallas. Her mother Laura Bush will introduce her at the luncheon.

New Friends New Life (NFNL) restores and empowers trafficked girls and sexually exploited women and their children. By providing access to education, job training, interim financial assistance, mental health and spiritual support, New Friends New Life helps women and their children overcome abuse, addiction, poverty and limited opportunities.

Global Health Corps (GHC) mobilizes young professionals of diverse backgrounds from around the world to develop health care programs for poor communities. One of the GHC programs provides healthcare for trafficked and exploited women and girls in the Washington, D.C. area.

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But there is evidence that this occurs as a result of long-term heavy drinking. Also, heroin withdrawal is less likely to be fatal than alcohol withdrawal.

5. Just because alcohol is legal doesn’t mean it’s safe. We know that legal prescriptions drugs, if misused, are anything but harmless and cause a growing number of deaths each year. The same is true of alcohol. Drunk driving—one of the many causes of alcohol-related fatalities— accounts for 32 percent of all traffic deaths.

6. Alcohol-related deaths are preventable.

In fact, heavy drinking, including binge and underage drinking, is the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States. We must invest in education, screening, and treatment efforts, so the public better understands alcohol’s dangers, and a person struggling with alcoholism can get help—before it’s too late.

Deni Carise, Ph.D. is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in behavioral health and substance abuse treatment and research and has been part of the recovery community for over 25 years.

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Cathy was exploited for five years. When she learned about New Friends New Life, she utilized their resources to start a new life. Cathy is now a member of the NFNL Leadership Circle and mentors new women entering the program.

The "WINGS" luncheon event Chairman is Gina Betts, partner with Locke Lord LLP. The honorary chairmen are mother and daughter Lana Andrews and Natalie McGuire, community volunteers associated with Andrews Distributing. CBS 11 News This Morning Anchor Brendan Higgins is the MC for the luncheon.

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"Texas Health is committed to our mission to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve;this includes a focus on improving women's health," said Doug Hawthorne, FACHE, CEO, Texas Health Resources.

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In our library Love, Men and Money

by Jacent M. Mpalyenkana

Jacent M. Mpalyenkana, has published a Humorous Self-help Book on relationships-for women, titled- Love, Men and Money

Los Angeles, California-- Love, Men and Money, a self-help book on relationships especially written for women.

The book is based on intensive research that dissects some of the major social, cultural, economical, environmental, and personal factors that influence women’s attitudes to, and magnetism for meaningful relationships.

Love, Men and Money, includes detailed discussions and healing exercises based on proven techniques such as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Neuro-linguistic Programming and Ho’oponopono (a Hawaiian ancient Healing Technique), with intent to assist women in their healing, and selfempowerment expeditions, and then program themselves into Love, Men and Money magnets.

The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), one of the major techniques that the author employs in

the healing exercises, works through several meridian points positioned on the body-as discovered by the founders of acupuncture over 5000 years.

By tapping on these points, one is able to free him/herself from any blockages, and the root causes-that could be overcrowding them from attracting love, men and money.

Neuro-linguistic Programming is a technique that helps people think, communicate and plan better.

Ho’oponopono on the other hand, is a spiritual practice that works by directing one’s conscious mind to request his/her unconscious mind to clean up any emotional baggage that has been stored in the form of data and/or information in the unconscious-bank-from which experience is retrieved.

The book comes at a time when the issue of love has basically lost its spark.

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Conceptualized out of his learning curve following a painful divorce, first time author Joe Keller penned Single Effort: How to Live Smarter, Date Better and Be Awesomely Happy through trial and error after he was forced back into living the single life. With common sense, smarts and heart, Keller started his new adventure with confidence and humor and the end result is his road map of advice for single dads.

Single Effort is the best guide to being single – but not necessarily staying single – that you’ll ever read.

From food to fun, and finance to romance, Single Effort delivers clear, real-world advice to help you live a dynamic, successful life as a single guy.

And Single Effort isn’t just for men. Ladies will benefit too. From ideas to spice up your relationship, to a revealing look at a guy’s perspective on dating – Keller covers it all. Destined to become a classic, this indispensable guide will change how you think about being single and help you find the life and love you seek.

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“It’s what’s on the inside that counts,” says Keller. “Happiness comes from following your passion, loving and being loved, and ultimately, finding peace within yourself.”

Throughout Single Effort, Keller shares with his readers: A ‘guys guide’ to being single, but not necessarily staying single Real world advice for living a dynamic, happy and successful life as a single man Reinventing yourself and creating the life and love you seek How to thrive in dating – both online and in-person, after divorce A man’s perspective on relationships and dating How to prepare tasty homecooked meals and master the befuddling world of wine Saving time and money with proven product recommendations and advice on everything from daily living, to dating, to personal comfort, even cleaning “The book is based on the concept of “Single Effort,” says Keller. “It’s about working smart and maximizing your outcomes as a single guy, but also about making an effort, being proactive, charting your own course, and living a fulfilling life.”

Joe Keller is a father of two, an entrepreneur at heart, and a lifelong learner. His personal quest is to live a fulfilling, awesomely happy life and to help others do the same. Single Effort How to Live Smarter, Date Better and Be Awesomely Happy grew out of Keller’s learning curve following a painful divorce.

Through trial and a healthy dose of error, Keller learned to approach single life – and life in general – with smarts and heart, leading to newfound confidence and exciting new adventures.

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“TV One is pleased to partner with Momentum Entertainment Group in bringing the How Sweet the Sound finale to the TV One audience,” remarked Alfred Liggins, President and CEO Radio One and TV One. “This entertaining and soul-stirring program is an excellent addition to our lineup of originals and specials celebrating the Black experience.”

Special Episode airs Sunday, March 31 at 10 PM/ET hosted by R&B and gospel superstar SILVER SPRING, MD, ― TV One, which entertains, informs and inspires Black adult viewers, plans to air the Verizon’s How Sweet The Sound Road to Gospel Greatness: The Finale hosted by R&B and gospel music superstar Michelle Williams on Sunday, March 31, at 10 PM/ET.

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BLACK BLOGGERS CONNECT & CODEBLACK FILMS PRESENT THE "FREE ANGELA" BLOGGING CONTEST IN HONOR OF ANGELA DAVIS WITH $1000 GRAND PRIZE Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- Black Bloggers Connect(TM), the leading social network for Black bloggers, has teamed up with Codeblack Films to launch The "Free Angela" Blogging Contest. Codeblack Films is a division of Lionsgate Entertainment, distributor for the highly anticipated film, "Free Angela And All Political Prisoners". The film was written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Shola Lynch. "Free Angela" is produced by Shola Lynch, Carole Lambert, Carine Ruszniewski and Sidra Smith. The film's executive producers are Jada Pinkett Smith with Overbrook Entertainment and Shawn "JAY Z" Carter's Roc Nation. Presented by BET Networks, the film will open in select AMC theatres on April 5, 2013.

The film focuses on the events that propelled Davis into the national spotlight after she joins the Communist Party, protests with the Black Panthers, and becomes a lead spokesperson for the up-and-coming prison reform movement.

Davis was then falsely accused of being involved in the murder of a judge in 1970. Afraid she will not receive a fair trial, Davis flees California and is placed on the FBIs 10 Most Wanted list.

Two months later she was captured in New York City. Consequently, the "Free Angela" movement ignited. She endured a two-year legal battle that eventually leads to her acquittal by an all white jury. Angela Davis has since become a symbol of freedom. Her story of political empowerment and social change still inspires millions around the world.

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"When Did YOU Fall In Love With HIP-HOP?" KENICHI 2400 Victory Park Lane Dallas, Texas 75219 Doors open from... 10:00 P.M. - 2:00 A.M. Discounted Admission until 11:00 P.M. with RSVP to: BrownSugarDFW@yahoo.com **** 6pm GOSPEL SENSATION MARVIN SAPP (free concert) at CONCORD CHURCH,6808 Pastor Bailey Dr.

March 30 The Pan-African Connection Bookstore Art Gallery and Resource Center 828 Fourth Ave., Dallas Texas, (New Location Across From FairPark Music Hall) 214-943-8262/panafric@airmail.net www.panafricanconnection.com - Every Saturday - 10am - 11 a.m. Boxing fittness for women (free) - Every Saturday - 11am - 12noon Boxing fitness for men (free) - Every Saturday - 12 noon - 1 p.m. - Prof D is back- Rhythm and Percussions Class, Learn the Kora, Bells , Drums, balophone, and more. $5 per student.

Sunday 2 p.m- Don't Miss Drumming Class with Bandan Koro Free for Children under 18 and $10 for Adults Lend Us Your Voice: Stories for Southern HIV + Black Women Through poetry, song and movement Lend Us Your Voice uses artists to give voice to the narratives of HIV positive Black women from the South. Lend Us Your Voice addresses stigma associated with being HIV positive and themes of social support and aspects of disclosure. This project is based on research conducted by Dr. Kimberly Parker, Assistant Professor of Health Studies at Texas Women’s University.

Saturday, March 30, 2013 at 7 pm. Free South Dallas Cultural Center Theater

2500 Victory Avenue Dallas, TX 75219 Wednesday, April 3 7:30pm Thursday, April 4 10:30am, 7:30pm Friday, April 5 7:30pm Saturday, April 6 11:30am, 3:30pm and 7:30pm (SPANISH Performance) Sunday, April 7 1:30pm and 5:30pm Ticket Information Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $75 (Rinkside), $45 (VIP), $30 and $15. All seats are reserved, and tickets are available by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000.

Tickets may also be purchased at Ticketmaster Retail Locations or at the arena’s box office. ***

April 4 7 pm: Border Crossings: Immigrants on Immigration North Texas Dreamers and other immigrants share their experiences and ideas on fixing our broken immigration system. Maria Robles, co-founder and Executive Committee member of Reform Immigration Texas Alliance (RITA), Arlington Proyecto Unido founder and lead organizer, and Dallas Peace Center board member, and will moderate.

Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, Texas.

For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676.

Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series. Scholarships are available upon request.

To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org

*** The oldest and largest Black chamber of commerce in the nation, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce ("DBCC") in conjunction with the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Business Development Corporation, will hold the 16th Annual Excellence in Education Scholarship Luncheon on Friday, April 5, 2013 at 12:00 noon at the Dallas Convention Center, Ballroom "A" (650 South Griffin Street, Dallas, TX).

Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Annual Excellence in Education Scholarship Luncheon 12:00 noon Dallas Convention Center - Ballroom A http://inthedoorsss3.eventbrite.com/# SAVE THE DATE: FRIDAY, 4/5 11:30 AM TO 1:30 PM SOPHISTICATED STRATEGIES AND SPEEDNETWORKING 469-855-3074 **** Eastfield College Hosts Garland City Council Candidate Forum Eastfield College is hosting a forum for candidates running for Garland City Council in the May 11, 2013 municipal election. Only candidates in contested races will participate in the forum. Don Baynham, Associate Vice President, will moderate the forum. 7 p.m. at Garland City Hall, 200 N Fifth Street. The forum will also be broadcast live on CGTV, the Citys government access cable channel. CGTV is available on Time Warner Cable channel 16, on Verizon FIOS TV channel 44 and is streamed live on the City’s website.

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********* Options for Online Publishing Special Guest Speaker Best Selling Author Michelle Stimpson The Dock Bookshop 6637 Meadowbrook Dr in Fort Worth, TX 76112 www.thedockbookshop.com Deschutes Brewery is coming all the way from Oregon to celebrate at the one-of-a-kind Big Texas Beer Fest! Woody, Deschutes Brewery’s giant traveling beer barrel, will be there to greet craft beer fans with his 16 tasty taps. Featured beers at the event will include Mirror Pond Pale Ale, Black Butte Porter, Chainbreaker White IPA, and Inversion IPA. See you all there!

When: Saturday, April 6, 2-6:30pm Where: Fair Park Automobile Building, 1010 First Avenue, Dallas, TX 75226

April 7 First Sunday's Featured Musical Guest| Center City Grill 3316 Merrilee Dr. , Arlington, Texas 76011( off Division Street behind Race Track Gas Station)| 2-5:00pm| Live Radio broadcast & Live Television Taping for "RTC-TV" for ALLNATIONSTV.COM ****** FRIENDS OF FAIR PARK TO HOST SEVENTH-ANNUAL DOG BOWL ON FIELD OF HISTORIC COTTON BOWL STADIUM SUNDAY, APRIL 7 1-5pm

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Asthma Workshop To learn more about Asthma awareness, management and prevention, please join us to hear about leading a healthier and safer lifestyle.

Sessions for both parents and children Florence Parsons Pre-K 2202 Richoak Drive, Garland, TX 6:00-7:00pm Presented Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omicron Mu Omega Chapter

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DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS ROCKIN’ EVER AFTER IS COMING TO DALLAS, APRIL 3-7!

American Airlines Center

April 6 3 pm: Harvest of Empire: A new film by Juan Gonzalez Based on the award-winning book, the new film Harvest of Empire connects the historical interaction between the U.S. and Latin America with the immigration debate, changing the dialogue from one of illegality to historical truth. Kelli Obazee, Executive Director of the Dallas Peace Center and member of Reform Immigration Texas Alliance (RITA) Executive Committee, will host a discussion following the screening.

Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, Texas.

For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676.

Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series. Scholarships are available upon request.

To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org

April 9

Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Golf Tournament!

Registration: 7:00 a.m. | Tee-off: 9:00 a.m.

Keeton Park Golf Course!

2323 North Jim Miller | Dallas, TX 75227

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parade will begin at Main Street and Wheatland Road at 4:45 pm and end at the Hilton Garden Inn, where festivities will continue with an autograph signing at 5:30 pm and an award ceremony at 6:00 pm. The Pantherettes will also be included in the Sixth Annual MaxPreps Tour of Champions presented by the National Guard. MaxPreps will honor the DHS team at the conclusion

Duncanville ISD community is invited to attend a processional, autograph signing, and celebration ceremony for the Duncanville High School Pantherettes on Thursday, April 4. The

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An intensive 4-part writing workshop series with awardwinning journalist and author, Linda Jones Center for Spiritual Living, Dallas Tuesday evenings, April 9, 16, 23, 30 7 - 10 p.m.

Workshop fee: $150 Early bird discount: $120 Register at the Center for Spiritual Living webpage. Go to April calendar For workshop questions: 214-803-3920 Through stimulating and thought-provoking exercises and activities, these intensive workshop sessions will help you mine your memory, capture special moments of the present and preserve special moments of your past.

You will walk away with stories for publication and posterity

April 11 8 pm: The Missing Voice: Living with AIDS in Dallas Today Young men and women impacted by HIV/AIDS will share their experiences and describe barriers to adequate care.

Discussion Hosted by Eric Reece HIV/AIDS justice advocate, with members of the Dallas Chapter of C2EA (Campaign to End AIDS), and Dallas Peace Center board member.

Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, Texas.

For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676.

Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series.

Scholarships are available upon request.

To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org

April 12 Barbara Pierce Bush, CEO and cofounder of Global Health Corps, is the keynote speaker of the New Friends New Life "WINGS" Luncheon on Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 300 Reunion Blvd. in Dallas. Her mother Laura Bush will introduce her at the luncheon.

The Masters Course at Brookhaven Country Club in Dallas will host the American Junior Golf Association’s Preseason Junior at Brookhaven, April 12-14, for the fifth straight year.

The event features 62 boys and 21 girls from 16 states, Germany, Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago.

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2013 GENERATIONAL HAT & TEA SOCIAL 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CDT) 650 Griffin Street Dallas, TX 75202

April 16 An Evening with Condoleezza Rice 8:00pm UNT Coliseum 600 Avenue D Denton, TX 76201 Tickets - $25 for UNT Alumni/ $30 General Admission

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***** Irving International Women's Consortium invited you to Influence of the Purse Celebrity Purse Auction Wednesday, April 17, 2013 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM WHERE: Las Colinas Country Club 4400 O'Connor Road Irving TX 75039

April 19 DADA will present its Edith Baker Art Scholarship to a visual art student from the Dallas County Community College District at a reception on Friday, April 19, 6–8 p.m. at the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art, 3109 Carlisle St. in Dallas. Call 214-914-1099 for more information.

28th Annual Swing Against Arthritis Golf Tournament, scheduled at the sprawling Dallas Athletic Club, 4111 Country Club Dr, Dallas, TX . The tournament has proven to be one of the highlights of the local golf tournament season with proceeds benefitting the Arthritis Foundation, South Central Region.

April 27 Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce "2013 Boots and Bling Awards Gala & Auction" Call the Chamber at 972.227.2579 for Tickets, Sponsorship Opportunities, and more information ****** Comedian SINBAD Performs at AT&T Performing Arts Center at the Winspear Opera House 8p.m.

*** AJGA Sports Brief – Under Armour® / Hunter Mahan Championship Tournament Schedule The American Junior Golf Association will return to TPC Craig Ranch for the first time since 2010 when 78 of the nation’s top junior golfers compete in the Under Armour® / Hunter Mahan Championship, April 19-21. Hunter Mahan, the 1999 Rolex Junior Player of the Year and three-time Rolex Junior All-American, has worked with Under Armour® to create one of the toughest events on the AJGA schedule.

The tournament practice round will be held Friday, April 19, while tournament rounds will be played Saturday, April 20, through Sunday, April 21. First and final round tee times will run from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. off the Nos. 1 and 10 tees at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas. Guests are welcome to attend and admission is free. For more information, visit ajga.org.

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The Dallas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will present its Teen Town Hall Summit from 9am to 1pm at Cedar Valley College, 3030 North Dallas Ave., Building M, Lancaster, TX. Online registration is required.

The registration deadline is Monday, April 8th. For more information and to register, visit http:// www.dallasalumnae.org/.

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830 pm to 12 am join artist frank frazier at his 70 brith day at sandaga 813 813 exposition ave dallas tx 75226 by the way its a ROAST so come and roast the old man -- tell it like it is

Grandmothers, Mothers, Daughters, Mentors, & Friends Theme: "Connecting the Dots Between the Generations" Strength, Courage, & Wisdom come experience what others can't stop talking about.

Speaker - Dawn Neufeld from Football Wives-- the wife of Tight end Ryan Neufeld

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“We will have to repent in this generation not merely for the vitriolic words and actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good people.” . Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Come on PEOPLE! Don’t you CARE? POLICE have not apprehended Pookie the serial rapist.

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We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers.

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