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Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce salutes entreprenuers

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The talented Angela Robinson will appear on Cheryl’s World, Sunday, Feb. 9 8:00-10:00am Page16

CYNTHIA TRIGG Evolution Academy Charter School

SCOTTIE SMITH, II Scottie Smith, II & Associates Real Estate Advisors

JAMIE GRANT JDG Wealth Management Group

CARL DORVIL Group Excellence Inc.

CHRIS M. ADAMS Brooklyn Sweeps Inc.

STEPHEN MASON Mas-Tek Engineering & Associates, Inc.

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removable cap, making it easy to replace or continue filling the ball with their special letters.

Indulge in a holiday purchase that can be enjoyed year round with their Engraved Wood Photo Tags. Touted as a unique way to display a family tree, these tags are engraved with the photos of choice and then can be personalized with optional text on the backside.

Create a series of holiday memories to hang upon the boughs, or choose a set of wedding or family vacation snapshots to display year round www.bellamerce.com and give as gifts.

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Get in the holiday spirit with the unique wares available from the exquisite boutique known as Bella Merce.

At Bella Merce it's their goal to make decorating

CableKeeps™ useful features add both personality and utility to the everyday Apple Charger.

They are designed so that the cable that attaches to your Apple device stays with it, nicely wrapped around the base and secured so that it will remain free from tangles when shoved into a bag, pocket or purse. This same design feature allows you to keep the cable short and neat while the charger is plugged into the wall fueling your iPad, iPod or iPhone.

Secondly, CableKeeps™ come in beautiful bold Apple-

inspired colors, orange, sky blue, true red, lime, royal blue and purple. The clean lines and noticeable colors mean you won’t lose them among all the dull black chargers belonging to co-workers, fellow passengers and classmates. CableKeeps™ are molded in Santoprene thermoplastic rubber which makes them durable, recyclable and non-toxic. More good thinking.

Mothers will love these—no more wondering who owns

Instant Glamour: Slip on Cuffs

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Bamboosa, a well-known U.S. manufacturer of unique eco-friendly products, has acquired the exclusive rights to manufacture and distribute a new product designed to make the everyday use of iPadsŽ and similar devices a more comfortable experience. The Lap LogŠ tablet holder is already in production at Bamboosa’s Andrews, S.C facility and will be distributed worldwide.

The Lap Log is one of the most universal tablet holders on the market. The cylindrical shape of the stand differentiates it from similar products in that it allows the user to adjust the angle of the iPad, tablet or eReader for better viewing without changing their body position. The wooden insert accommodates most tablet and eReader devices and works equally as well in either portrait or landscape mode.

Furthermore, the “bean bag� design is made from all natural buckwheat hulls and provides for a stable platform on almost any surface. Most importantly- it’s made in America! “Almost 200 million tablets and eReader devices have been sold worldwide,� said Mindy Saintsing, VP of Marketing at Bamboosa. “Now consumers are looking for a more comfortable way to use them without holding them or propping them on their laps or knees. We think this product delivers on that promise better than any other we have seen. Plus, it’s eco-friendly and made in America!�

The Lap Log is made of sustainable materials, including certified organic 100% cotton twill and naturally grown buckwheat hulls. A removable wooden insert that holds the tablet is crafted locally and is hand-sanded and stained with a natural, non-toxic finish.

Washable – If you happen to get a little dirt on your Lap Log when you're at the park, simply remove the wooden insert, dump the natural buckwheat filling into a container, and put your Lap Log into the wash.

Flexible – The durable bean bag design lets you view any tablet or eReader at almost limitless viewing angles, and the buckwheat hulls allow your Lap Log to conform to any surface.

Versatile – Use your Lap Log in bed, on the couch, sitting at your desk or on the kitchen counter. No straps, Velcro, or clips, and it easily adjusts to eliminate glare.

Remove the wooden insert, and your Lap Log can be used as a comfy travel pillow!

Travel Ready – The Lap Log weighs a little more than a pound, so you’ll be able to take yours anywhere. It's light enough to throw in your carry-on, and has the added bonus of doubling as a neck pillow! Going outdoors? Toss it in your backpack and have a convenient and stable stand for your device at the beach or on the trail. www.thelaplog.com

Luxury Handbag Brand, Deondra JereĂŠ debuts

Shaun Robinson updated her LBD with a flick of the wrist. Did you see Shaun on the set of Access Hollywood sporting that gorgeous black dress with gold cuffs? Guess what? Her cuffs are actually removable! Her secret: Invisibelt KCuffs. These elastic, sparkly cuffs instantly transform any simple sweater or dress. Just slip them on your wrist for an entirely new, chic look. Choose from 5 fashionable, fun KCuff styles.

Shaun recently discovered Invisibelt KCuffs and not only wore them on the set to spruce up her outfit, but sent us a video from her dressing room encouraging her fans to try her new holiday accessory choice!

Known for her impeccable fashion sense, Shaun is only reiterating what thousands of other fashionistas have been saying...�why spend thousands of dollars on a new outfit when you can stock up on wardrobe staples and turn a blah to bling with a "flick of your wrist�. In a season of parties where busy days quickly turn to party grand entrances, it is hard to stay organized and find the time (and money) to make each outfit special. KCuffs can be stashed

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which cable charger—no fussing to find the right one just as you have to tear out the door in the morning. Your family can each have their own colour, and what a great stocking stuffer they will make. CableKeeps™ will keep everyone happy. The cost of the US model, “Goldieâ€?, $16.

and gift giving as easy as eating that warm slice of holiday pie, which is why they have dreamed up an endless assortment of accoutrements to make the festivities truly shine.

Start an all new Christmas tradition that can be enjoyed throughout the years with Bella Merce's Christmas Wish List Keepsake Ornament.

Each one is etched with either the child's name and the words "Letter to Santa" or "Christmas Wish List," and can then be filled with their notes.

This fun twist on the glass ornament features frosted words, a colorful bow, and a

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Knot Standard’s value proposition is straight forward: Allowing gents from all over the globe access to a world of talented tailors, Knot Standard offers handmade bespoke suits at price points that customers would usually pay for an off the rack, run of the mill suit.Upping the stakes, Knot Standard uses innovative 3D imaging via webcam to get the most perfect measurements for clients and laser cutting technology at the workshop to ensure each suit is cut to fit the individual customer. “The perfect fit, individual style, and impeccable tailoring.� explains Ballay. “The key to being well dressed is always fit and that’s what gives Knot Standard a competitive edge. We don’t use patterns. Each bespoke suit is cut directly from a bolt of cloth to the measurements of the individual customer. We like to joke that our suits come in just one size – yours.�

From Wall Street to the West Coast, Knot Standard makes suits for every important occasion. Bespoke advisors are on hand 24 hours, seven days a week to help guide customers through the measurement process. They can also advise on suit types, fabric choice, slim vs traditional fit and an array of fashionable options including contrast color buttonholes, peak vs shawl collar lapels or spread vs straight collars.

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Knot Standard (www.knotstandard.com) is an online bespoke clothing company that makes customized clothing including suits, shirts, blazers and slacks for men.

The New York City-based firm combines the latest in cutting edge technology with the skills and talents of a master tailor to deliver customers the perfect fit every time – guaranteed. “We take pride in every single item of clothing we construct,� said Knot Standard CEO Matt Mueller. “We invest 100% in getting the absolute perfect fit for each individual customer and we take very seriously our customer satisfaction.�

Launched in 2010, Knot Standard is the brainchild of John Ballay and Matt Mueller, two Americans then living in Dubai. They later partnered with Tarig El Sheikh, an experienced finance executive and have now expanded operations globally.

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With New Year’s around the corner and Valentine’s day soon to follow, we are all under pressure to wear something fresh and exciting... yet save a penny or two.

KCuffs by Invisibelt are the answer to your Christmas wish, and with her ingenious line of practical and stylish accessories, creator Kathy Kramer has provided the perfect gift for your girlfriends or yourself for any special occasion. www.invisibelt.com

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With each handbag embodying its own unique, modern, and sophisticated design, NY-based handbag line Deondra JereĂŠ launches its collection in time for the Winter 2013 season.

Emerging handbag brand, Deondra JereĂŠ distinguishes itself from the current fashion world with its innovative design, high quality materials, and reasonable pricing.

By infusing the combination of edginess and sophistication into each handbag, NY-based handbag line Deondra JereĂŠ wishes to produce unique, everyday styles that are not currently available in the mass market. Each luxury handbag showcases its own modern and bold design. The winter 2013 collection is available online at deondrajeree.com. “I wanted to design handbags todayšs sophisticated women would wear, including myself

because I'm confident in my style and like to wear original pieces,� said Deondra. “Our pieces are alluring, fashion forward, bold, and high-end. I wanted to give women who desire the finer things in life a handbag that is sophisticated, yet edgy.�

With each handbag made from the finest genuine lizard skins and Italian-glazed leather, the Deondra JereÊ winter collection ultimately takes todayšs f e m a l e consumer from day-to-night.

With the fashionforward woman in mind, the Deondra JereĂŠ winter 2013 collection prices range from $290.00 to $1,190.00 and feature six high-quality designs.

#HINESE,ANTERN&ESTIVAL COM Deondra JereĂŠ is a luxury handbag brand that was founded in 2013 by designer and creative director, Deondra Morris.

Deondra JereĂŠ wishes to deliver the finest quality, original, and on-trend handbags at an affordable price point. www.Deondrajeree.com.

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Message to the People...

Learning how to communicate effectively is important!

Too often people will think that they are communicating, that they are voicing their opinions and thoughts; when actually they aren’t.

During an interview last week, with attendees to the Safe Conversations Workshop held recently, it was clear that they benefited significantly from the experience.

Cheryl Smith I was surprised to hear their feedback because after talking to Drs. Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt, I had a feeling that it would be a great workshop to attend.

It was interesting to hear how men responded to the exercises and I thought about how great it would be to have like programs in schools, churches and community centers so that folks could embrace the notion that we need to work together.

The program is free and they provide free childcare.

So some of the excuses have been taken care of. Sure you might have to work, and I know they say the workshop is for couples but you can go solo, or invite a friend or coworker.

I guarantee that you’ll be glad you did!

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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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Cheryl I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. D/FW area Chapters honor 75 Members for Milestones of Committed Service

Four common problems with HOMEMADE HOLOGRAPHIC WILLS

By Ingrid Michelle Warren

Daphne Maxwell Reid to serve as Mistress of Ceremony The DFW Area Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will honor 75 of its members for their milestones in Delta, who collectively have over 1,420 years of committed service to the sorority.

A luncheon program of art, dance and music celebrating their years of service will be held at 11:30am, Saturday, February 22, 2014 at the Irving Convention Center, Grand Ballroom, located at 500 W. Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, TX 75039.

“We are exceedingly happy to have six of our members who have 50 years of continuous service in our illustrious sorority join us. It is an honor to have these women as examples for others in the Metroplex,” says Emerald Holmes, event Co-Chair.

“Their many years of service and commitment to the communities we serve is a testament to the work of our sorority and the core of our Sisterhood.

The Dallas/Fort-Worth Area Chapters are proud to have these sisters among our ranks,” says Nicole Taylor, event CoChair.

Daphne Maxwell Reid, actress, producer, and photographer, best known for her role as Aunt Vivian in the hit comedy The Fresh Prince of Bel Air will serve as the luncheons mistress of ceremony. The event is open to the public and tickets are $50 each. Tickets may be purchased online at: http://www.dstndsa.org/upcoming/2014founders-day-registration/ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded in 1913 on the campus of Howard University to promote academic excellence; to provide scholarships; to provide support to the underserved; educate and stimulate participation in the establishment of positive public policy; and to highlight issues

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and provide solutions for problems in their communities.

Today Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has over 250,000 members and over 950 chapters worldwide.

The Sorority uses its Five-Point Programmatic Thrust of economic development, educational development, international awareness and involvement, physical and mental health, and political awareness and involvement to create its national programs.

Dallas/Fort-Worth Area Chapters Alumnae Chapters: Arlington Alumnae, Collin County Alumnae, Dallas Alumnae, Denton County Alumnae, Fort Worth Alumnae, Metropolitan Dallas Alumnae, North Dallas Suburban Alumnae, and Southwest Dallas County Alumnae Collegiate Chapters: Eta Delta (Texas Womans University), Lambda Chi (Texas Christian University), Lambda Nu (Paul Quinn College),Nu Iota (Southern Methodist University), Sigma Mu (University of Texas at Dallas), Theta Nu (Texas A&M Commerce), and Zeta Eta (University of North Texas)

Shareholder, IWARREN, P.C I am frequently asked by prospective clients how to prepare a will. As a rule, I am not a fan of the homemade holographic will because generally the wills cause more problems than they solve. e problem is most people lack the legal training to dra language within the will. Wills prepared without the advice of legal counsel can lead to four common pitfalls for family members.

A holographic will is defined as a will “written wholly in the handwriting of the testator” and although not stated in the Estates Code, signed by the testator.

Take for example the following hypothetical one page holographic will.

Ms. Oliver, our testator, wrote her last will and testament and in her will she le: her bank accounts to her daughter, her house to her grandchildren, her car to her son, and she named her sister as her executor.

For the sake of simplicity, let’s also presume that her testamentary intent is clear and this document is her last will and testament.

First pitfall, the will is not self-proving. is is really more a minor problem than a major pitfall. All the lawyer has to do is bring two witnesses to court that will swear that they are familiar with Ms. Oliver’s handwriting and the will presented was written by Ms. Oliver. at’s not a big deal, but what about the second pitfall?

Second pitfall, Ms. Oliver owns more than a bank account, a car and a house. She also owns several rent houses and stock certificates found in her home. What happens with the other assets? at’s a problem.

Because Ms. Oliver did not have a residuary clause and because her homemade will does not dispense with all of assets, a second court proceeding, other than probating the will, is needed to determine her heirs. ird pitfall, although Ms. Oliver’s designated an executor, she did not create an independent administration.

All is not lost, e Estate Code provides for a mechanism to create an independent administration.

But the law requires that all the parties agree on the executor designated. In our case, Ms. Oliver’s sister.

But wait, will all the parties agree? Ms. Oliver’s daughter and son are in favor of it, but what about the grandchildren? You may recall our testator le her house to her grandchildren.

Pitfall number four: e grandchildren are all minors, and under the Estates Code they are incapacitated. e judge may permit the custodial parent or the guardian of the person to agree on behalf of the minor children.

But, if there is not a guardian of the person and someone questions the custodial parent’s judgment or motivation, the Court may appoint a Guardian ad Litem to protect the interest of the minor distributees, which is an additional expense of the estate.

At this point, you are probably wondering, “is there another way?”

Yes, hire a lawyer.

Atty. Ingrid Warren earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from e University of Texas School of Law where she learned it is as important to understand the policy reason for the law as it is to know the law.

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A Texas Civil Rights Legend that Fought for Us

By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

The late Hispanic civil rights lawyer Adelfa Callejo was a relentless opponent of prejudice and small mindedness.

Her life was Hon. Eddie Bernice devoted to Johnson improving social conditions for minorities, particularly Hispanic Americans.

Ms. Callejo was an outspoken advocate for minority education; an entire generation of young people has been inspired to pursue higher education because of her urging, some even decided to emulate her academic path and chose to become lawyers.

Born into an acutely segregated community in South Texas, she witnessed biased social norms, including one that required Hispanics to drink from horse troughs rather than separate water fountains that were designated for white and black citizens.

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By James A. Washington

Men, particularly Black men, survive in this natural world, lots of time on instinct, ego, stamina and an unwillingness to submit their wills to that of another man. Almost from birth, we are told we don’t have to take “that” off anyone. It can be difficult to reconcile the dilemma of faith and submission and that of sacrifice and accepting someone else’s will superseding our own. Life teaches us to be and act independently. Stand up for yourself and it’s better to be a leader than to be a follower. Then, as Christians, here comes the bible and it tells us in Hebrews 11:1-3 that faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. So,

She learned her sense of activism while a small girl. At the age of nine she stood at her father’s side, performing the role of translator, as he protested the treatment of Hispanic children in the public school system.

When he was not agitating, Callejo’s father picked cotton and labored as a mine worker. Her mother washed and ironed clothing for other families to help make ends me. Mrs. Callejo’s relationship with Dallas began in 1939 when her family, searching for better opportunity, relocated here.

Callejo worked in a law office and later received her undergraduate and law degrees from Southern Methodist University, becoming the first Hispanic woman to graduate from the Dallas based institution.

Willingly embracing a life of activism, Callejo worked with others in the Dallas civil rights community to

create single-member city council districts.

That led to racial minorities having a greater opportunity of being elected to the public office.

In 1973 when a 12-year-old Hispanic youth was killed while sitting in a Dallas police car, Callejo helped to lead protests demanding justice in the case, and the arrest of the police officer that was accused of shooting the unharmed youth.

Over the years she continued to fight for bilingual education in Dallas public schools, and spoke out against restrictive immigration policies and practices.

She filed a lawsuit against immigration policies which she said were destroying Hispanic families, separating children from their parents.

Even when she fell into falling health, she continued to battle against injustice and urged young people to pursue education, which she described as a pathway to the middle class. Now that her voice is silent, Dallas will miss her

greatly. Yet, we were abundantly blessed during the many years that she lived and worked amongst us.

we are to submit to the will of God, follow the teachings and the example of the life of Jesus Christ, and be guided by listening to the Holy Spirit; fly blindly into the fray, so to speak.

Faith will be your lighthouse.

Ultimately, we all know faith guided all of the prophets including Moses.

Faith brought down the walls of Jericho. By faith the Red Sea was parted. Enoch was transformed by faith. Abraham was delivered by it.

But the reality of faith can be foreign to those who rely on what they can see, touch and confirm by their senses.

To do otherwise, goes against everything natural and learned in this life. If that sentiment were to prevail, then we all should pack our bags and go straight to hell because the devil has indeed

By Marc won.Morial I just have to believe there is more.

it. Friendship and special relationships are sometimes manifested in superhuman deeds on behalf of others. You can’t see it. Respect can change the behavior of the worst wrongdoers. Can’t taste or smell it.

We are guided by the unseen everyday in situations where we honor and appreciate those whom we love and are honor bound to protect. Then I submit to you that we must focus on our faith in God as opposed to our faith in men. You can, I can, easily have faith in someone we trust. That manifests itself as loyalty. When we deliberately put God into the mix, then we are face to face with what we truly believe in. You know that you know and He knows that you know. I believe everyone struggles with this as they look for a personal encounter with the Lord. It takes a while to get there, but once there, decisions are simple. Faith based decisions lead to confirmation of who God is and who we are to Him. The promise is that “If you have the faith of a mustard seed…

nothing is impossible to you.”

Matthew 17:20.

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MarcEven Morial in the is natural the CEO world, of man the does National not live by Urban breadLeague alone. For example, love and its pursuit drive many of us to do great and sometimes extraordinary things. You can’t touch

INTERNSHIPS Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson offers internship opportunities during the fall, spring and summer for undergraduate and graduate students who are currently in their sophomore year or later and who are looking to supplement their academic coursework with an educational working experience.

Students will further develop their research and communication skills during their internship and learn firsthand about the interworking of a Congressional District Office.

Anyone interested in applying, please e-mail your resume to Luke.Harvey@mail.house.gov.

Eddie Bernice Johnson represents Texas’ 30th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives. She is the first registered nurse elected to the US Congress.

My point is that the dilemma of faith and submission can keep us from seeking and confronting our faith. I believe it to be another trick of the devil. As long as we do not confront the faith question, we will never find our personal road to salvation. We can actually get in our own way. I am going on record that I have work to do coming to grips with my own faith.

But there is no doubt in my mind that I live under the fulfilled promise of grace. Jesus completed His task and a new covenant has been established.

The things of this world can sometimes cloud that fact but each and every time my faith is challenged, my faith wins out. I will inherit the promise of grace and the rest of this stuff is irrelevant. It doesn’t mean anything anyway.

May God bless and keep you

always.

James

We should emphasize not Negro History, but the Negro in history. What we need is not a history of selected races or nations, but the history of the world void of national bias, race hate, and religious prejudice. ~Carter Woodson, 1926 PAGE 5

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February 15, 2014 Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

St. Philip’s School & Community Center 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Workshop includes: breakfast and lunch.

Free childcare featuring Safe Conversations for kids. *Come with a spouse, a friend or a family member.

Dr. Hendrix has been featured on the Oprah show 19 times!

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CURRY: ‘If I Dated Black Girls…’

“I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.”

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

Last Friday, I gave the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day speech at the University of North Alabama in Florence. I was glowingly introduced by my niece, Rachel Gandy, who is a senior at UNA. I told the audience that having grown up in segregated Tuscaloosa, Ala., how satisfying it was to see “the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners” sit in the same classrooms, if not at the table of brotherhood.

I didn’t use those exact words, but they got the point: revolutionary changes have taken place in my home state since the 1960s and the South in general.

So many changes, in fact, that public schools in the Deep South are more desegregated than any other region in the nation.

During my visit, I met a young White male – who shall remain nameless – who works in the same campus office as my niece, spoke fondly of Rachel, and recounted with glee their study together last summer in Costa Rico.

After my speech, when I was doing my usual Friday afternoon radio segment with Rev. Al Sharpton, I was told that this young man said, “If I dated Black girls – I tell Rachel this all of the time – she would be at the top of the list.”

I am sure he meant that as a compliment – it wasn’t.

First, it’s presumptuous to think that George E. Curry Rachel, who is smart and beautiful inside and out, would want to date him. Second, for all the talk about racial progress, there are large segments of our society who make decisions based on race and nothing else. Whites do it. Blacks do it. Latinos do it. And so do Asians.

After I got over the shock of the young man’s comment – well, I still haven’t gotten over it, as you can see – I thought back to a 2010 Pew Research Center study that found that a record 14.6 percent of all new marriages in the United States in 2008 were between spouses of a different race or ethnicity from one another. That’s more than double the percentage for 1980.

Interestingly, rates more than doubled among Whites and nearly tripled among Blacks. But for both

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Hispanics and Asians, rates were nearly identical in 2008 and 1980.

For me, there was another story within the story: “When Whites, Hispanics and Asians decide to marry outside their group, African-Americans rank last in their choice of mates.”

It’s easy to dismiss the kooks such as former Louisiana Justice of the Peace Keith Bardwell who resigned under pressure in 2009 after he refused to perform a marriage between a White woman and a Black man.

But things are supposed to be different with this so-called “postracial” generation. My niece is an honor student, was in the university’s homecoming court, is charming and beautiful. Yet, the young man at UNA couldn’t see beyond her color: “If I dated Black girls….”

Fortunately, Rachel’s love life is not dependent on whether this young man dates “Black girls.”

There are plenty of African American and every other kind of men vying for her attention.

It’s the idea that this fellow got to know my niece as a person yet found

her unqualified to date solely because of her race is what galls me.

While growing up in Alabama, I was told that part of the problem was that Blacks and Whites had not been allowed to interact under Jim Crow, not even in sports. However, when those barriers came down, or so the thinking went, racial prejudice would vanish and people would be judged as individuals, not as part of a supposedly superior or inferior race.

In three decades, there will be no majority race in the U.S., according to the Census Bureau. And that means that all racial and ethnic groups will need to learn to step outside their comfort zone to interact as equals with those who don’t look like them.

In his “I Have a Dream” speech, Dr. King said, “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

Obviously that day has not arrived.

Until it does, it’s incumbent upon all of us to make sure that it doesn’t just remain a distant dream.

George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine, is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA.)

He is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach. Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com.

You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge and George E. Curry Fan Page on Facebook.

In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.

-Thurgood Marshall, first African American on the U.S. Supreme Court

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25 Ways to touch your spouse all day long

By Aja Dorsey Jackson spouse’s earlobe 17. Fondle the back of your spouse’s knee 18. Wash his or her hair 19. Whisper to your spouse with your fingers (do this by caressing your spouse with your fingertips, just barely touching the skin) 20. Watch him or her undress 21. Look your spouse in the eye and say I love you 22. Whisper something in your spouse’s ear 23.

Put your arm around his or her shoulders while you sit next to each other 24. Spoon with your spouse in the bed. 25. Don't pass each other in the house with out reaching out and Recently I read a question from a wife who was annoyed by her husband’s groping her. Whether he was doing it with slaps on the backside or groping her body in other ways, the fondling that seemed to be a turn on for her husband was turning her all the way off.

To get you started, I’ve listed 25 little ways to touch your spouse all day long. Bonus: A lot of them are Grated enough that you don’t have to hide them from the kids.

She wasn’t entirely turned off by her husband’s desire to touch her.

But she was turned off by the fact that the only time he touched her was to tell her “let’s get it on.” The signal he gave to let her know he wanted to be physically intimate just served as a reminder to her that most of the time, they were anything but.

1. Walk up to your spouse and give him or her a bear hug 2. Sit on your spouse's lap 3. Hold hands while you walk in public 4. Rest your hand on his/her or knee while you talk 5. Sit close when you are watching TV. 6. Kiss your spouse before you leave each day 7. Kiss him or her on the back of the neck 8.

Give a forehead kiss 9. Give him or her a kiss on the cheek for no reason at all 10. Give a shoulder rub 11.

Give a foot rub 12. Give a back rub 13. Grease your spouse’s scalp 14.

Lotion his or her back 15. Lotion his or her hands 16. Nibble on your

This story isn’t at all rare.

Couples don’t touch all day, all week or all month and still expect to feel the connection to one another when the lights go out. The truth is that we can’t neglect each other all day and expect to feel passion at the end of it.

Passion and intimacy has to build, starting first thing in the morning. In many ways we need to essentially be “making love” to our spouses all day.

touching each other (don't be stingy with the love taps.)

Your challenge: Pick at least two things off the list and do them today.

Repeat throughout the week!

Aja Dorsey Jackson is a freelance business writer in Baltimore, Maryland and author of the blog and book, Making Love in the Microwave.

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If you’re wondering how you can make love all day when you have other obligations like a job, kids and household responsibilities, it’s not as hard as it seems. Remember those early days in your marriage of not being able to keep your hands off of each other? You can start to feel that way again by making it a point not to keep your hands off of each other. If all day feels like foreplay, the transition into the bedroom will be a lot more natural. It’s easier to keep a fire going that’s already lit than to start a new one from scratch.

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CUPID WILL COME CALLING WITH THESE FLIRTY V-DAY NAIL DESIGNS

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[W]hen your first name becomes "nigger," your middle name becomes "boy" (however old you are), and your wife and mother are never given the respected title "Mrs."; when you are harried by day and haunted by night by the fact that you are a Negro... when you are forever fighting a degenerating sense of "nobodiness" - then you will understand why we find it difficult to wait. ~Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Area Teams Take Top Honors in DCCCD Academic Bowl No mind was left behind during the Dallas County Community College District's 2014 African American Male Academic Bowl – aptly titled "Aiming for the Stars." In this elementary/ middle school "battle of the brains," 24 teams competed in an event that is a cross between the academic bowls of 40 years ago and today's popular "Jeopardy" show. Students from schools across the Dallas/ Fort Worth area (and even Austin!) participated in the bowl, which celebrated its 5th anniversary; the competition was held at the University of Texas at Dallas on Sat., Jan. 25, 2014.

Winning teams include members from Dallas, Duncanville and Fort Worth.

“Marking our 5th anniversary was important and exciting,” said David Robinson, the event’s organizer, who started the bowl when he worked in DCCCD’s outreach office. “We welcomed boys from Austin, Fort Worth, Frisco, Irving, Dallas and beyond who came with their team coaches and – in the name of academics – showed us all just how smart they are.”

(Robinson recently joined the UT-Dallas office of diversity and community engagement recently, where he continued to work on this year’s event.)

The annual team-based competition of brain teasers and crowd pleasers is geared toward young African-American men in grades 4 through 8. After five years of competition, DCCCD's academic bowl is popular recurring event that has an excellent track record – a program in which no mind is left behind. "We've talked to the boys (who competed) and asked them what they've learned," added Robinson. "Almost every boy – 96 percent, in fact – has told us this event motivates them to learn more and finish PAGE 10

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The two groups of teams – each comprising 4th- and 5th-graders or 6th through 8th graders – demonstrated their knowledge and skills by answering questions and scoring points in five categories: African-American history; science; mathematics; African-American "firsts"; and geography.

The winners were:

Elementary school (4th and 5th grades) division winners: Duncanville Tigers Youth Organization, Team Black – Kaleb Berry, Jeremiah Howard, Chandler Rotich and team coach Lakeisha Berry

Elementary school (4th and 5th grades) division runners-up: St. Phillip, Team C – Xavier Nixon, Jaali Hawkins, Chase Kennedy and team coach Kevin Crawford

Middle school (6th through 8th grades) division winners: Fort Worth Independent School District, Young Men’s Leadership Academy – Luis Chabes, Clarence Smith, Jacob Crockett and team coach Porsche Sanders

Middle school (6th through 8th grades) division runners-up: Duncanville Tigers Youth Organization, Team Gold – Kolby Randolph, Kevin Berry, Jonathan Howard and team coach LaShonda Wiggs

First-place winners each received a Samsung Galaxy tablet, and runners-up each won a Kindle Fire.

Partners included the Dallas County Community College District, the University of Texas at Dallas, Project Still I Rise Inc., AT&T, Texas State Sen. Royce West, Fort Worth Independent School District, McDonald’s, Moroch, Jackson State University, Dallas Independent School District, Tarrant County College, Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity’s Alpha Epsilon Boule Education Foundation

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Davis is honorary chair of Ball

Mr. Ernest Rothfelder, Kevin and Sandra Lee, Mr. Tim Martinez, Mr. Eric Britt, Mr. Stuart Clegg, the The Tarrant Communication County Workers of America Chair Deb Peoples Democratic Party Union #6201, Hon. Senate District Maryellen and Kathleen Hicks, Mr. Mike Convention Ball Martinez, Hon. Chris Turner, Hon. Marc will be held on Veasey, Mr. Cole Ballweg, Mark & Tari Saturday, Bauer, Hon. Lon Burnam, Hon. Roy Charles February 15 at Brooks, Ms. Pilar Candia, Mrs. Louise Britt the Masonic Carvey, Mr. Bronson C. Davis, Hon. Sergio Sen. Wendy Davis Center, 1100 De Leon, Mr. Richard Dougherty, Mr. Harold Henderson, Fort Worth, Texas 76102.

Hammett, Mr. Michael Haney, Mr. Dale Chairwoman Deborah Peoples announces Henry, Stuart and Rebecca Isgur, Hon. Steve the 2014 Honorary Chair will be State Senator Maxwell, Mid-Cities Democrats, Hon. Wendy R. Davis. The Senate District Deborah Peoples, Mr. Ramon Romero, Jr., Convention Ball is the kickoff event to our Tarrant County Stonewall Democrats, Lee & 2014 campaign season. There are four Senate Martha Williams and Mrs. Libby Willis, 360 districts within Tarrant County. Democrats Corridor Democratic Action, 820 Corridor from all four of the districts will come Democratic Action. together to participate in the Senate District Music will be provided by The Inspiration Convention, which will be held in Fort Worth band. Individual tickets for the Ball are $125. on Saturday, March 22.

Tickets for TCDP Sustaining Members are We would like to thank our Host $100. Tickets may be purchased online at Committee which includes Dr. David Alameel, www.tcdp.net

Dallas County Voters Empowered, Encouraged to Vote Hundreds of thousands of eligible and qualified Dallas County voters receive notices that their voter registration card and photo IDs do not match.Â

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from eligible and upset voters who fear that they will not be able to exercise their right to vote. We are doing everything we can to educate and empower voters and make sure they have what they need. We will call voters, we will knock on their doors, and we will do what Republicans won't -- protect the vote." Statement by Dallas County Democratic Party Chair Darlene Ewing:

Statement by Dallas County "Despite the best eorts of Democratic Party Executive Republicans to keep Texas' Director Taylor Holden: women, minorities and students from the polls, we strongly encourage voters to "It shouldn't be this go to the polls, sign an diďŹƒcult. I was shocked to aďŹƒdavit if needed, and see the report about the nearly 200,000 notices and make their voices heard. the case of an Irving couple, Republicans want us to be discouraged about jumping both with names that did not match. Our oďŹƒce has through hoops to vote and to stay home. Don't." been flooded with calls

Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally. ~Abraham Lincoln

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Ocielia Gibson 2014 Honorary Chair for BuzzFree PROMises Dress & Tux Giveaway!

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Prom season is right around the corner. The 13th annual BuzzFree PROMises Dress & Tuxedo Giveaway provides formal attire free of charge to high school students who pre-register and pledge to stay drug and alcohol free on prom night and beyond. The program reinforces healthy behavior while allowing the students the opportunity to have a memorable and safe prom experience that otherwise would not be possible.

Ocielia Gibson is a speaker, advocate, and empowerment expert for young women. She is founder and spokesperson of More Than a Pretty Face Inc., an organization impacting thousands of under-served young women in the US and Africa. Her national recognition includes being named an111“Unsung Hero’” by EBONY Magazine and a celebrity advocate for The Heart Truth Campaign.

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In 2011, she became the first woman from the state of Texas to be crowned Miss Black USA. Ocielia is a member of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, and currently lends her personal development expertise to organizations and companies fostering professional development among women.

For more information on this event, and how you can help, please visit www.dallascouncil.org/buzzfreeprom.

PARTICIPATING SCHOOL DISTRICTS: Cedar Hill ISD, Corsicana ISD, Dallas ISD, Duncanville ISD, Ferris ISD, Grand Prairie ISD, Irving ISD, Lancaster ISD, Princeton ISD, Quinlan ISD, and Red Oak ISD

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American Airlines Celebrates Black History Month By Paying Tribute To Iconic Black Films FORT WORTH, Texas -- American Airlines, a global company that connects people from different cultures and communities around the world, is celebrating Black History Month by paying tribute to timeless African-American films that shape our culture and enhance American cinema.

During the months of February and March, the airline's in-flight entertainment will focus on African-American films, playing must-see movies such as "Lady Sings the Blues," "Lee Daniels' The Butler," "Baggage Claim," "Think Like a Man" and "12 Years A Slave."

"Our airline celebrates equality and strives to be as diverse as the customers we serve and the employees who make our business successful," said Fernand Fernandez, American's vice president of Global Marketing. "American's overall commitment to diverse hiring, world-class supplier diversity initiatives and ongoing support in the communities we serve demonstrates how Black history is celebrated every day."

In honoring timeless African-American films, customers are invited to participate in a sweepstakes for the opportunity to win a trip

for two to New York to attend the 2014 American Black Film Festival. Learn more at aa.com/iconicblackfilms.

During Black History Month, American Way, the award-winning in-flight magazine of American Airlines, will feature Los Angeles Clippers All-Star point guard Chris Paul on its cover, as well as an article on entrepreneur Sheila Johnson, co-founder of BET turned sports team owner, and an article authored by a United Negro College Fund (UNCF) student.

As part of American's ongoing support for UNCF, the airline launched the first travelrelated UNCF gift card in 2012. For every $50 spent on the UNCF gift card, $5 is donated to the organization. During February, customers who support UNCF with a minimum $25 donation will be rewarded with 10 bonus AAdvantage miles for every dollar.

Learn more at aa.com/joinus.

The Dallas chapter of the UNCF will honor American with its Excellence in Education Award at its annual gala on Feb. 22. The award recognizes organizations for their significant contributions and commitment to minority higher education.

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His new wife is getting on my last nerve Dear Alma,

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You should thank your lucky stars that this woman wants to be a proactive, respectful participant of your blended family situation. The three of you are co-parenting now, and it looks to me that both she and your ex-husband are taking their roles seriously and putting the children first – something you may want to consider.

There’s no easy way to sip this tea, and I’m not offering any sweetener. First and foremost, your ex has a responsibility to his new wife. He is no longer your soul mate, husband or best friend; he is now all of those things to her.

My ex-husband remarried last year. His new wife wants to be He’s not disrespecting you by involved in our conversations about checking with his wife. Close your our kids. I like eyes, breathe her, respect and let that be.

When it comes to the that she takes It’s time for care of my kids to move wellbeing of the kids, each you when they are on. Your nonat their house, existent parent has a seat at the but does every feelings of sentence about “what’s best for them” table. entitlement our kids have to with him has be a group ended. Pause, meeting? My ex doesn’t understand hit rewind and play it again. why I get aggravated when my When it comes to the wellbeing questions can’t be answered until he of the kids, each parent has a seat consults with her or gets her on the at the “what’s best for them” table. phone or suggests a dinner meeting Grab your chair and sit, and such. Help! This is getting on appreciating each role that’s my last nerve. represented. When he gathers all of D.C., Camden, N.J. you together, he’s rallying his team.

“Team Parents” working on a Dear D.C., united front is one of the best lessons of love you can show your Slow down, Mz. D.C., with your children.

Alma rant full of ungratefulness. Why are you turning this favor into some Alma Gill’s newsroom experience spans over 25 years, including foolishness? various roles at USA Today, Newsday and the Washington Post. Email

Another year came to a close and we sti" have not caught Pookie the serial rapist.

We need to catch that man!

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Doctor Proctor!! public and features Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, who himself was born below the scratch, but has a heart for everyone who was born in a similar circumstance. If you want to see some Black history you need be at Friendship West in February 17, 2014 at 7 p.m.

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By Vincent L. Hall

Let's set the record straight. There would be no Black history without African-Americans who made history, or a significant contribution to it. And when you walk down the aisles and annals of our history you can't ignore the contributions of great pastors, preachers and Christian prophets in our gallery.

One such man was the late Dr. Samuel DeWitt Proctor. In 1972, Dr. Proctor succeeded Reverend Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Powell was the most influential Black Congressmen in all of Black history. Not only did he wield power at the Abyssinian Baptist Church, but he had “church” in the halls of Congress.

Born and raised in Norfolk, Va., Dr. Proctor studied at Virginia Union University in Richmond, the University of Pennsylvania, Crozer Theological Seminary and Yale

Divinity School and received a doctorate in theology in 1950 from Boston University. He was ordained in 1943 and went on to hold various posts in education, including the presidency of Virginia Union University, and administrative posts with the National Council of Churches, the Peace Corps in Nigeria and Washington, and the Office of Economic Opportunity and elsewhere before going to the Abyssinian Baptist Church.

Proctor was a professor of Education at Rutgers University from 1969 to 1984 and preached, spoke and taught at numerous sites over his life’s span. He served on the boards of Middlebury College and other educational institutions. The books he wrote include ''How Shall They Hear and Effective Preaching for Vital Faith'' Dr. Proctor came into the historic Abyssinian Church in Harlem with a renewed and refocused effort to send

his church out into the world. He was an outstanding administrator and internationally astute. Even his sermons stirred souls to move past their own interests into action toward all of humanity.

"We don't all start at the same “scratch line,” although there is one original position. We were born here (below the scratch line) and other start above the scratch line. Those of us that inherited benefits that we did not deserve, must turn around and help those who inherited deficits so they can rise up to the scratch line.”

That sermon not only solidified his place and philosophy in the realm of Social Justice, but started a movement. The Samuel D Witt Proctor Conference (SDP) which is headed by Dallas’ Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes III, is fully operational and coming to Dallas.

The opening service is free to the

SDP is no “one hit wonder”. Their work and their energies are expended throughout the year. Recently when President Barack Obama announced that federal contract workers would have the minimum wage raised to $10.10 an hour, it was a result in part of their lobby and labor.

SDP has tentacles in Third World countries like Haiti who is already suffering but now many Haitians are facing banishment by their neighbors in the Dominican Republic.

SDP works day in and day out for the liberation of all people, all over the world. They are actively fighting against Mass Incarceration and Minimum Sentencing which is the prevailing issue in on our community. SDP is about Pan Americanism, Pan Africanism…Pan Humanism.

Go to http://sdpconference.info/ to get more info. But if you want to see some history and some history makers, come to the conference February 17-20th. Black history will be made…AGAIN! Vincent L. Hall is an author and award-winning columnist.

In Memoriam A man with a kind spirit and beautiful smile, accented by that ever-present dimple, Charles C. Williams Sr. loved life and people. His favorite pastimes were fishing, boating and listening to the blues.

On Saturday, February 1, 2014, “Chief,” as he was affectionately called, transitioned from earth to Glory after a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer.

The Lincoln High School graduate was preceded in death by his father, Burton Williams and sister Doretha Dirk.

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Charles S. Williams He will be forever loved and remembered by his adoring mother Venicia Williams; seven loving children, David, Sheena, Cathy, Charles Jr., Rodney, Keisha (Oliver) and Kelly; two brothers, Wesley and Burton (Frances); two sisters - Geraldine (Arthur) and Era (Earl); seven grandchildren, Lashard, Taeizsh, Dennis, Ryon, Haley, Sedney and Cali; three great grandchildren, Jammie, Taylor and Summer; his best friend of over 70 years, Everett “Shine”

Walker; a special friend, Annette Harris; and a host of other loved ones, relatives and friends.

The celebratory services will commence Friday February 7th @ New Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church from 6-8 pm, 2735 Marder Street Dallas, Texas 75215 Saturday February 8th Carver Heights Baptist Church @11am 2510 E Ledbetter Dr. Dallas, Texas 75216 He will be available for viewing at Peaceful Rest Funeral home, 3302 E. Illinois Ave. Dallas, Texas

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Bel-Air and starred for six seasons on the hit series Strong Medicine.

A fun interview with Mob Wives JENNIFER GRAZIANO, RENEE GRAZIANO AND LANA GRAZIANO. VH1’s hottest show share secrets and

Interviewing Jenifer Lewis was a joy. Her new movie with Paula Patton, Baggage Claim is now on DVD Blue Ray and On-Demand Cable. Miss

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Jenifer Lewis is a passionate performer who plays Montana Moore's mother (Paula Patton) in Baggage Claim. One of Hollywood’s busiest actresses, she has more than 300 film and TV appearances to her credit.

Her uniquely recognizable voice is showcased in animated roles such as "Flo" in Cars and as "Mama Odie" in The Princess and the Frog. She delivered legendary performances as Tina Turner's mother in What’s Love Got to Do With It and in The Preacher's Wife as the mother of Whitney Houston’s character.

She had regular appearances as "Aunt Helen" on The Fresh Prince of

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Meat Cleaver. Mob Wives, the reality TV series follows the lives of four women affiliated with the Mob, has quickly risen to become the #1 show on VH1 and has inspired multiple spinoffs.

Now, the show's creator, Jennifer Graziano, one of its stars, Renee Graziano, and their restaurateur sister Lana Graziano, have joined together to share with fans everywhere 100 of their favorite heritage and most coveted family recipes in their new cookbook, How to Use a Meat Cleaver. Jennifer Graziano shared that she is the creator and Executive Producer of Mob Wives, the #1 show on VH1 for two seasons running, with two more seasons on the way.

She also produces Big Ang, and upcoming Mob Wives Chicago in partnership with Harvey Weinstein.

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Quest for Success Class of 2014 The Class of 2014 will be presented at the Annual Quest for Success Luncheon on Friday, February 7 at the Bailey Convention Center:

plays piano.She is proud of the success of “her” company, Brooklyn Sweeps, and hopes to one day take the helm!

Chris M. Adams Brooklyn Sweeps Inc. PO Box 1556 Wylie, Texas 75098-1556 (214) 552-4439 Christopher Adams is president of Brooklyn Sweeps, Inc. Chris founded Brooklyn Sweeps in honor of his daughter, Brooklyn, who was born 17 weeks prematurely, weighing only 1 pound. Brooklyn spent more than six months fighting for her life in the neonatal intensive care unit and required oxygen to breathe the first year of her life.

Carl Dorvil Group Excellence Inc. 17616 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Dallas, Texas 75251 (214) 570-3140 As the CEO of Group Excellence, Carl leads the company’s efforts to provide the best tutors and mentors that impact the

Chris was inspired to build a legacy for his daughter and started Brooklyn Sweeps in the summer of 2007, after reading about a successful street sweeping company in Inc. Magazine.

Brooklyn Sweeps is a full-service street sweeping company offering parking lot sweeping, subdivision sweeping, construction site sweeping, highway sweeping and debris removal. Brooklyn Sweeps prides itself on 100% customer satisfaction and operates on a FLAWLESS EXECUTION philosophy.

Brooklyn Sweeps has 10 employees, with operations in Texas, Colorado and Arizona. Brooklyn Sweeps has had great success over the years landing major contracts such as the DFW Connector Project, the Horseshoe Project and the I-35 Express Project.

Brooklyn Sweeps has partnered with the North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency and is recognized as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise.

Under the leadership of Chris, in just six years, Brooklyn Sweeps has grown from first year earnings of $40,000 to a projected $1.5 million in 2014. Not only is Brooklyn Sweeps committed to customer satisfaction, but it is also committed to reducing the recidivism rates in the communities it serves by providing jobs to ex-offenders. Coming from meager beginnings himself, Chris believes that everyone deserves a second chance at success in life. In fact, Chris worked and put himself through college at Prairie View A&M University, where he received both his BBA and MBA degrees. During this time, Chris also experienced a six-month period of homelessness, where he and his two best friends lived in a car. This may have stopped many people, but this challenge only made Chris more determined and focused on achieving his dreams.

Prior to starting Brooklyn Sweeps, Chris had a successful career as a pharmaceutical sales representative for some of the largest companies in the world. Year-after-year, Chris was one of the highest ranked sales representatives in the nation, earning him a high six-figure salary, numerous awards and lucrative perquisites and bonuses.

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Carl grew up in Garland, Texas, the son of Haitian immigrants who instilled in their young children the importance of education. With his parents’ influence, and having developed his own passion for education, in 2004 Carl founded a tutoring & mentoring company, Group Excellence, in his dorm room at SMU, driving tutors to schools and finding time in his busy school and work schedule to tutor at one of the four Dallas ISD schools Group Excellence served at the time.

In 2005, Carl graduated with a Triple Major in Public Policy, Economics, and Psychology, with Distinction.

In 2008, he received his MBA from SMU Cox School of Business.

Today, Group Excellence is still working toward a goal established from the beginning - motivating and inspiring students to achieve academic excellence. In 2010, Carl received the Minority Business Leader award from the Dallas Business Journal and Group Excellence made it to the Top 100 on SMU’s Dallas 100 Fastest-Growing Businesses list. In June of 2011, he was the youngestever honoree listed on the Dallas Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty. In September of 2011, Group Excellence was honored as Number 450 on the Inc. 500 List of fastest-growing companies in the United States and is now a $12 million enterprise.

Gerry Gilliam G&G Protection 3577 N Beltline Rd. Irving, Texas 75062 (972) 257-0482 Mr. Gerry Gilliam is the thriving owner of G&G Protection. G&G Protection is a security guard company that provides protection for private and public entities throughout the D/FW area. Gerry has been in the security business for over 30 years, serving as security supervisor for the Dallas Cowboys organization for 28 years. In the last few years, G&G has grown in size and stature. G&G was selected to provide security at the XLV Super Bowl, First Presbyterian Church of Dallas, Roma Performance Group, Friendly Chevrolet of Dallas, Herzog Contracting Corporation and many others.

Despite the heavy demands of his personal life and owning his own business, Gerry is a devout Christian

and a faithful member of Christian Chapel C.M.E. Church. He is also a proud, active member of the Theta Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Gerry is loyal to his church, his fraternity and to his community where he has donated countless hours of service utilizing his skills, resources, gifts and abilities to enhance the life of others. He believes in helping people and has employed church members and others in the community work in his company.

Jamie D. Grant JDG Wealth Management Group, LLC 1250 E. Copeland Rd. Suite 540 Arlington, Texas 76011 (817) 999-1994 Jamie D. Grant is the President and sole owner of JDG Wealth Management Group, LLC, a family-owned wealth management firm based in Arlington, TX, serving clients throughout the United States. The firm was established in December 2009, on a foundation of financial planning. The firm’s goal is to help clients attain financial independence across all generations of their family. The firm’s motto is: Building Wealth, One Generation at a Time.”

Jamie has been a financial advisor since 2000, and services clients in eight states. Jamie’s practice has grown 20% per year, over the last 10 years, in terms of revenue and client acquisition. In December 2009, Jamie went independent and formed JDG Wealth Management Group, LLC. The firm is focused on consulting, financial planning, and asset management and has recently expanded its services to provide consulting for professional athletes. The firm partners with CPAs and attorneys, which allows the client to receive holistic tax, legal and financial planning advice.

JDG Wealth Management Group, LLC believes in: the development and maintenance of strong financial planning skills; practical experience; and a strong passion for working in the client’s best interest. These beliefs guide decision making in all client interactions. Financial planning is more than just investing in stocks and mutual funds, but looking at the entire gamut of wealth building. Jamie believes that the wealth building principals he shares with clients empowers them to build multi-generational wealth.

Growing up, Jamie spent many days working on the family cattle ranch just south of DFW, learning about cattle and the ranching business. He learned to take pride in his work and to always finish a job once started. Jamie earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Economics, with a minor in Finance, from Grambling State University. He is a member of the Omicron Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and currently serves as the State Treasurer for the Lone Star State Ques.

Jamie enjoys hunting, traveling, snowboarding and spending time with family. He is married to Kizuwanda G. Grant, and has a son, Jamie D. Grant, II. He is an active mentor at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in Fort Worth, Texas. !

William Mahomes Mahomes Bolden PC 325 North St. Paul Street Dallas, Texas 75201 (469) 484-5000 A lifelong barrier-breaker and pioneer, Bill Mahomes has distinguished himself through his dozens of trailblazing “firsts”, such as the first African American to graduate from Texas A&M as member of the renown Aggie Corps of Cadets; first African American law partner of both the largest international law firm in the world and a locally-based national law firm; and as the first African American attorney with the Federal National Mortgage Association, or Fannie Mae, just to name a few. He also served as Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Pro-Line Corporation under the tutelage of Comer and Jim Cottrell.

Bill has earned perhaps his greatest distinction for decades of giving back to the community, and making sure he lifted others as he climbed. While some of his countless contributions were made through his service on prestigious and powerful boards like the The Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport, The Texas Turnpike Authority, the Texas Pension Review Board and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, he still found time to reach out to serve underserved communities through service on the boards of the Dallas Legal Services Foundation, the Salvation Army, Operation Oasis, and other community service agencies. While serving on the boards of beloved institutions like the Texas A&M Association of Former Students and the Dallas Black Chamber were labors of love, Bill always brought to them his keen eye for seizing opportunity, risk management and of course, ethics above all.

Bill, his legal partner Steve Bolden, and their colleagues at Mahomes Bolden decided to take up the mantle of building the kind of 21st century legal practice that few minority-owned firms have developed: a multi-practice boutique focused on complex transactional and corporate counseling, including private equity and mergers & acquisition transactions, for the fascinating and challenging issues of today’s marketplace. In 2013, Mahomes Bolden was fortunate to add Hyattye Simmons, former DART general counsel, as a partner to start the firm’s commercial litigation practice.

Stephen Mason Mas-Tek Engineering & Associates, Inc. 5132 Sharp St. Dallas, Texas 75247

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competition and reduces the opportunities for the small D/M/WBE firm. The significant challenge that Mas-Tek faced was dealing with the death of its founder, Cornelius Mason. The way that this tragedy was overcome is truly a story that bears telling.

Stephen Mason, Cornelius’ son, was thrust into the role of President of the firm. Prior to this time, Steve had started working with his father in the laboratory, simply helping to maintain the lab and equipment.

He closely observed his father and Mas-Tek’s technicians and ultimately grew to manage the Construction Materials Testing services of the firm.

Steve was 21 when his father died, but he determinedly stepped in to lead the firm. Realizing the numerous challenges he faced with marketing, accounting, continuing to serve the firm’s existing clients and securing others, he immediately sought out strong mentors willing to work with and advise him.

Steve was virtually a sponge, soaking up every piece of information and new idea, retaining those that worked and dismissing those that did not.

Unfortunately, he faced a few attempts by others to take advantage of his situation of youth and inexperience for their own gain.

Fortunately, Steve’s ability to read people and situations and the guidance of his mentors led him through these times with minor missteps. Steve has worked with a laser focus to hone his skills in leadership and management, seeking to surround himself with quality individuals sharing the same life and business philosophies. Today, Steve fills the role of President of Mas-Tek Engineering & Associates, Inc. with great confidence, capability and professionalism and is recognized by his peers as a leader in the industry.

Linda Mitchell Black and Clark Funeral Home 2517 E Illinois Ave. Dallas, Texas 75216 (214) 376-8297 Before working for Black and Clark, Linda Mitchell worked for more than 20 years in the insurance industry, owning and operating her own funeral, burial and life insurance agency. Linda’s friend and colleague, Otis Clark, son of one of the original Black

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and Clark Funeral Home owners, allowed her to operate her agency out of the offices of the funeral home. By working closely with the Black and Clark staff, Linda gained significant experience, which was one of the first steps in satisfying a lifelong dream – to own her own funeral home.

After the passing of then-owner Otis Clark in 1999, a series of court-appointed administrators were brought in to oversee the funeral home and the estate of the Clark family, signaling to Linda, and the Black and Clark staff, that a sale of this staple in Dallas’ African American community could be on the horizon.

“I thought it would be sad for someone else or for some large corporation to purchase this funeral home without me putting forth an effort to try to maintain ownership.”

This concern was echoed by Mr. Clark’s widow, who encouraged Linda to keep the Black and Clark tradition alive.

Unfortunately, Linda lacked the financial means to purchase the funeral home and her attempts to buy it from the first two court-appointed administrators were denied.

Disappointed, yet unwavering in her resolve to purchase the funeral home, Linda pushed on. In a conversation with the third court-appointed administrator, Linda openly shared her dream. “I told her that I truly wanted to buy the place. I explained to her – and everybody – that I didn’t have any money, but I had faith in God that this was what I was destined to do.”

Linda learned that she would have to secure $1.5 million dollars to purchase the funeral home. Using a loan secured through a company which specializes in lending to small insurance and death care businesses, she was able to purchase Black and Clark, include three long-time employees as co-owners and initiate remodeling and beautification projects to ensure the facility, originally built in 1968, stayed current with the highest standards in funeral homes.

Her mission is clear – to bring Black and Clark Funeral Home to the prominence it once held. Through her faith, hard work and the support of her Black and Clark family, she remains confident that she will fulfill this vision as she continues to lead Black and Clark Funeral Home into the future.

Mrs. Robinson invites corporate and individuals to purchase sponsorship packages and individual tickets to help support 100 So SMAARTers benefiting from activities developed through the chapter’s STEM program. Girls in grades 4-9 from three DISD Schools (T.L. Marsalis, Thomas Tolbert and Atwell Middle Academy actively engage in monthly sessions that

Scottie Smith, II 2201 Main St. Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 233-6974 Scottie Smith, a native of Houston, Texas, is the founder of Scottie Smith II & Associates. As the leader of one of DFW’s fastest growing residential real estate firms, Scottie helps his clients buy and sell property for personal use as well as investment potential. In addition, he and his team manage several multi-unit properties in the Dallas area. Most recently, he has partnered with a regional builder/developer to be the exclusive listing agent for their upcoming DFW residential projects. Under his leadership, Scottie Smith II & Associates has grown from a single agent venture to a team of three licensed agents and two staff members. The company has also experience exponential sales growth. The company is scheduled to close 2013 with approximately $5 million in sales, up from $500K in 2012. Looking to the future, Scottie has plans to add 15 new licensed real estate agents to his team and generate approximately $15 million in sales by the conclusion of 2014.

He has been appointed to the Texas Association of Realtors’ Young Professionals Network, Government Affairs Committee, and Political Action Committee. He has also been recognized by the City of Denton for helping residents find affordable housing. In addition to his professional achievements, Scottie dedicates his time to several community organizations such as Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. and Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity Inc. He also serves as an advocate for seniors in the greater Dallas area through his involvement with the Pegasus Professional Society and rallies to increase financial iteracy as the Chair of the Economic Empowerment Committee for the Urban League of Greater Dallas Young Professionals.

Scottie earned a Bachelors of Business Administration with a Finance/Real Estate concentration from the University of North Texas.

While attending the University of North Texas, he completed his first real estate transaction at the age of 19.

He later went on to receive a Masters of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Notre Dame.

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involve Robotics (Paul Quinn College), Mathematic and Technology (American Airlines) Science and Engineering (Perot Museum) Art (Dallas Museum of Art) Aviation Challenge Camp (Huntsville, Alabama). Sea Camp at Texas A&M (Pelican, Texas) and others providing programs for youth.

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Cynthia A. Trigg Evolution Academy Charter School 1101 Sherman St. Richardson, Texas 75081 (972) 907-3755 Cynthia A. Trigg is the chief executive officer and founder of Evolution Academy, a public charter high school which serves at-risk youth. As CEO, she manages a staff of 65 and serves over 600 students.

Cynthia embraces accountability and demands that the entire staff focus on keeping student performance as the main objective. At Evolution Academy, an organization with a student population that is 95 percent at risk of dropping out of school, this means accepting no excuses and focusing every day on every student that walks through the doors of the school.

The mission of Evolution Academy Charter School is to enable its students to achieve academic, social and career success. With its mission at the forefront, Evolution Academy has an academic offering that is unmatched by other public, charter, or private schools. With a low student-teacher ratio of 18:1, the progressive charter school is able to offer the one-onone attention and instruction that many students need to advance them to the next level. In its 10-year history, the school has graduated over 1800 students and has expanded three times. The latest expansion includes a two-building campus, boasting more than 50,000 square feet, which includes a science lab, fitness center and wellness program, piano lab, culinary arts program, full-service cafeteria with free breakfast and lunch for all students, DART passes for transportation, and music business courses where students will learn to write and produce music in the newly added state-of-the-art music studio. Evolution Academy was recently granted an expansion by the Texas Education Agency and has opened campuses in Beaumont and Houston. Evolution Academy has been featured for its innovative academic programs in many notable media outlets, including Charter School Today Magazine, WFAA-TV, CBS 11 News and The Dallas Morning News. Linda was recognized a one of “25 People to Watch in 2012” by The Dallas Weekly.

Cynthia received her bachelor’s degree from Texas Woman’s University, Master’s Degree in Education Administration from Prairie View A& M University and Superintendent Certification from UT at Arlington female students toward academic excellence in the vital STEM areas.

The So SMAART program addresses the lack of minority female students pursuing non-traditional careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Trinity Chapter is a local chapter of The Links, Inc, and a 501(c) 3 non profit tax exempt organization. Trinity Chapter has provided beneficial and needed support to the Dallas Metroplex since 1994. The annual Diamond and Sneakers Gala is a full evening affair of dinner and dancing (David Whiteman Band) “Black Tie and Sneakers.” Those interested in supporting through sponsorship and tickets are encouraged to contact a Trinity Link member or Gala Chair Dr. Donna Newsome at 214-704-1109 or denewsome@yahoo.com. !

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Smithsonian Science Now Get Q?rius and unlock your world!

Fort Worth, TX – The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History is proud to partner with the National Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian Affiliates to bring Smithsonian Science Now and Q?rius to your classroom.

Q?rius is a new way for teens and tweens – and their families and educators – to connect science with everyday experiences. With a name chosen to inspire curiosity and

the excitement of discovery, Q? rius is a first-of-its-kind interactive and experimental learning space that brings the unique assets of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History – the science, researchers, and collections – out from behind the scenes. Teachers across the country can access the riches of this space without ever leaving their classrooms through the Q?rius website (https:// qrius.si.edu/) and through live webcasts throughout the year.

Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, providing area students and museum guests with positive STEM role models, information about science careers and pathways, and connections to current research. Through Smithsonian Science Now webcasts, guests and students also:

Smithsonian Science Now delivers real-world science into classrooms through free, interactive, live webcasts and supporting classroom resources. The 25-minute programs feature the research and personalities of the

Learn science concepts and their real-world connections

Learn from Smithsonian science experts Explore career pathways Discover new resources and activities

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sessions for middle school educators, and live videoconferences both at the Museum and via videoconferencing technologies to support the broadcast.

Upcoming program: Smithsonian Science Now Webcast - February 12, 2014 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. CST Forensic Ornithology: Bird Detective featuring Dr. Carla Dove, Ornithologist at the National Museum of Natural History Forensic Anthropology will be the February and March topic.

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History will feature Dana Austin, Forensic Anthropologist for the Tarrant County Medical Examiners Office.

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designs to give you inspiration when deciding on the perfect nails to dazzle your beau. These fun designs can all be easily created on your very own set of Custom Nail Solutions nails.

Katie’s below nail designs will add that extra touch of flair to your Valentine's Day and ensure that every unforgettable moment is enacted with sensuality and style.

Catch My Heart Mani: People share their hearts and feelings with their loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Celebrate this tradition with a mani featuring red hearts enclosed in little boxes! For this mani, make sure to have on-hand pink polish, red polish, and a stamp featuring crisscrossing lines with hearts in the spaces between the lines (such as the DRK-A large stamping plate from Ninja Polish). First, paint all of your nails pink and let dry, then place red polish over the design on the stamping plate and use the nail kit’s scraper to rid the plate of

excess polish. While the red polish is still wet, place the stamper over the plate so the heart and lines design transfers, then press the stamper down on each nail.

Complete the look with a glossy topcoat!

Blush-Worthy Bejeweled Tips: Dazzle your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day with a mani featuring a brilliant bejeweled French tip! To do this mani, have on-hand pink polish, pink nail gems, and nail glue. Paint all of the nails pink and let dry, then, for the first nail, glue on the nail gems in a horizontal line at the beginning of your nail tip. Add a second row of gems above the first line, then do this gem design for the rest of the nails. This

is sure to add the Romantic songs are playing on the perfect dose of flirty fun to your radio. Storefronts glimmer with pink and Valentine’s Day red products, enticing you into the dinner outfit! romantic spirit. Valentine’s Day is just Passionate around the corner, which has you flitting Purple: Purple around the mall searching for the sexiest polish often gets dress, most dazzling shoes, and perfect pushed aside on gift to charm your special beau!

Valentine’s Day in Make sure your nails are looking favor of red and sleek and prime to impress both your pink, but a lovely sweetheart and admiring onlookers as light purple mani is the perfect way to you slow-dance beneath the stars. Need add a dose of flirty feminine fun to your ideas on creating vivacious Valentine’s Valentine’s Day look! To really catch Day nails? Look no more. your honey’s eyes on Valentine’s Day, The possibilities are endless when imagining chic and fabulous ways to jazz choose a light purple polish with sparkles! up your nails for the romantic date.

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hearts candy on Valentine’s Day, so celebrate this yearly tradition with a heart candy manicure! Make sure to have on-hand white polish and polishes in pastel pink, pale green, lavender, light yellow, and red hues. Paint all of the nails white and let dry, then freehanddraw hearts on the nails using the green, yellow, purple, and pink polishes. Let dry, then use a toothpick to write little words and phrases like “LOVE,” “XOXO,” “UR CUTE,” etc. using the red polish. Complete the look with a clear topcoat!

Sincere Heart Silhouettes: From cards to boxes of chocolate, hearts adorn everything on Valentine’s Day. Make sure your nails also show your heartfelt love! A mani featuring heart silhouettes connected by little line “vines” will add a dash of sentiment and romance to your look for the big date! Paint all of the nails light pink or lavender and let dry, then, using a toothpick, draw little swooping line “vines” with little hearts on the ends.

This romantic and sentimental manicure will surely capture your honey’s heart at your Valentine’s Day dinner!

Matte-ly In Love: Manicures featuring matte accents are one of the biggest trends of Year 2014, and a

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dreamy matte French-tip mani is perfect for your Valentine’s Day dinner! Make sure to have on-hand matte polish and either pink, red, or purple polish. Paint your nails with the colored polish and let dry, and then add a swipe of matte polish across each tip.

Lovely Lace: Woo your Valentine’s Day date with a mani featuring black lace against a pink background. To do this nail style, make sure to have a lace print nail stamp, black polish, and pink polish. Paint all of your nails pink and let dry, then place black polish over the lace design on the stamping plate, and use the nail kit’s scraper to get rid of excess polish. When the black polish is still wet, place the stamper over the plate so the lace design transfers, then press the stamper down on each nail. Let dry then paint a thin black tip on each nail. Add a glossy clear topcoat and voila! A sultry and stylish mani that will steal your Valentine’s eyes!

Katie’s tips on fun, flirty, and saucy Valentine's Day nail designs are available for reprint with the below credit and a direct link to http:// www.customnailsolutions.com.

Katie Saxton is the founder of Custom Nail Solutions and an expert on nail trends and beauty. Custom Nail Solutions is a revolutionary artificial nail product offering custom nails that uniquely fit only your nail beds, are reusable, chemical-free and are guaranteed to last a lifetime. You can have lovely, natural looking salon-style nails on your own schedule and in the comfort of your own home.

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Top 10 Black History Month Scholarships #1 - The Frito-Lay “Create to Celebrate” Black History Month Art Contest encourages applicants to submit online an original piece of art created in any medium (video, song, photo, sculpture, painting, etc) that celebrates African American achievement.

Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/ 2014/01/frito-lay-create-to-celebrate-blackhistory-month-art-contest.html #2 - The Coca-Cola Pay It Forward Scholarship Program offers scholarship awards and once-ina-lifetime apprenticeship experiences to African American youth looking to pave the way for their futures. Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/2014/01/cocacola-pay-it-forward-scholarship-program.html #3 - The RBC Black History Month Student Essay Competition is offered by the Royal Bank of Canada for Canadian students. The essay consists of writing in 750 words or less on how black Canadians have contributed toward the heritage of Canada. Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/2014/01/rbcblack-history-month-student-essay.html #4 - The 100 Black Men of America Future Leader Scholarship Program is open to high school seniors as well as college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors. The scholarship is based on academic achievement and community service.

Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/ 2013/12/100-black-men-of-america-futureleader.html #5 - The Jerry Bartow Scholarship Fund, offered by the Black Executive Exchange Program (BEEP), awards three scholarships each year for undergraduate students who are attending HBCUs. Students must major in business, engineering, technology, or education.

Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/ 2013/02/black-executive-exchange-programjerry.html #6 - The Kroger "I Can Make History" Contest will award more than $71,000 in prizes in the categories of art, essay, music and poetry.

Celebrating Black History month, Kroger, the largest grocery chain in the country, is using the contest to recognize the contributions of African Americans in the past and in the future.

Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/ 2014/01/kroger-i-can-make-historycontest.html #7 - The GEICO Achievement Award Program helps current college students who are sophomores and juniors earn scholarship money to complete their education. Eligible students must be enrolled in a business, computer science, or mathematics program. Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/2013/01/geicoachievement-award-program.html #8 - The Regions Riding Forward Black History Month Scholarship is awarded each year to high school students and college students. Interested students may apply by writing an essay about African-Americans who have inspired them.

Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/ 2014/01/regions-riding-forward-blackhistory.html #9 - LAGRANT Foundation Scholarships are targeted toward minority undergraduate and graduate students, offering scholarships for students interested in careers in advertising, marketing or public relations. Students must be American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black (non-Hispanic) or Hispanic.

Learn more at www.scholarshipsonline.org/ 2013/02/lagrant-foundation-scholarships.html #10 - The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation General Mills Health Scholarship Program is open to both undergraduate and graduate students who plan to major in health-related studies.

Academic achievement, leadership qualities and service to the community are required.

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Largest HBCU in the Nation: Top 10 Black Colleges by Enrollment When choosing a college, several important factors come into play.

While large enrollment numbers don’t guarantee that a particular school is right for every student, they can be a great clue in finding each students’ ideal college.

Here, we’ll take a look at the largest HBCU by enrollment.

Largest HBCU Rankings: 10. Norfolk State University (NSU) Rounding out the list with 7,100 students, this Virginia university’s mid-size campus is urban and oers student housing. Norfolk State students can choose between an Associates, Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral degree at the four-year, public institution.

9. Morgan State University (MSU) Located in Baltimore, Maryland on a bustling city campus, Morgan State is the 9th largest HBCU and home to over 7,900 students.

Student housing is available at the four-year public university, as are Bachelors, Post-Baccalaureate, Masters and Doctoral degrees.

8. Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) The most rural HBCU on our list, this public, four-year Texas campus is the 8th largest HBCU and home

to over 8,300 students pursuing Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees.

7. North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Located in Durham, this public, four-year college oers its 8,600 students a range of Bachelors, Post-Baccalaureate, Masters and Doctoral degrees and certificates as well as student housing.

6. Tennessee State University (TSU) Located on a large urban campus in the musical hub of Nashville, this four-year public college is the 6th largest HBCU and home to over 8,700 students. The university oers housing as students pursue Associates, Bachelors, PostBaccalaureate, Masters, PostMasters and Doctoral degrees and certificates.

5. Jackson State University (JSU) With an enrollment of just under 9,000 students, this four-year, public Mississippi college features an urban campus in the city of Jackson. Programs available include Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees and certificates.

4. Texas Southern University (TSU) On the Houston campus of this large HBCU, over 9,500 students

are enrolled in Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees. TSU is a public, four-year college oering on-campus housing and a city environment.

3. Howard University (HU) Located in our nation’s capital of Washington, D.C., Howard University is the 3rd largest HBCU and boasts an enrollment of over 10,000 students. Howard University is a four-year, private, not-for-profit college, oering unique educational experiences for students enrolled in a variety of Bachelors, Post-Baccalaureate, Masters and Doctoral certificates and degrees.

2. North Carolina A&T State University (NCAT) Located in Greensboro on a large, public, city campus, North Carolina A&T oers a range of Bachelors, Post-Baccalaureate, Masters and Doctoral degrees and certificates. The most recent data shows over 10,000 students enrolled.

1. Florida A&M University (FAMU) Located in Tallahassee, this fouryear, public college is the largest HBCU – over 12,000 students – based on the most recent available data. The mid-size city campus

oers on-campus housing and has a graduation rate of 40%.

Available through Florida A&M University are Associates, Bachelors, Graduate, Masters, Post-Masters and Doctoral degrees and certificates.

What Largest HBCU Rankings Mean for You A large college isn’t right for everybody. However, if you crave the busy, exciting experience of a large campus filled with likeminded students, one of the top 10 HBCUs would make an excellent choice.

Remember to also base your decision on personal factors such as your chosen major and the type of atmosphere – urban, town or remote – which will make you feel at home.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics. Data as of 12/2013 The post Largest HBCU in the Nation: Top 10 Black Co!eges by Enro!ment appeared first on HBCU Lifestyle – Black Co!ege Living.

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St. Andrew United Methodist Church invites all girls to FREE shopping days (Donations accepted Feb. 15-23 – Shoes, handbags, wraps, jewelry and dresses) Plano, TX – St. Andrew United Methodist Church invites all girls from anywhere in need of a prom dress to FREE prom shopping days at the church, March 25-27, 4 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 29, from 9 a.m. – noon.

Community and church members are invited to donate shoes, wraps, jewelry, handbags, dresses and other accessories for this annual event. The St. Andrew United Methodist Women organize and operate the prom closet. Only requirement: girls must be present to select their dresses/accessories.

“This is our sixth year to operate the prom closet, and it has proven to be a wonderful way to reach out and serve the community,” said Devra Helffrich, an original organizer of the prom closet with the help of Jane Marshall. “The first year we provided 35 dresses to local high school girls, and last year, we provided over 200 dresses. Presently we have around 1,000 dresses in the closet, sizes 2 to 22, and are excited to collect more this year!”

“One of our greatest needs is for donations of shoes, handbags, wraps and jewelry,” added organizer Jane Marshall.

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pop, and the girls are so excited to leave St. Andrew with their complete look for prom!”

Prom closet organizers and volunteers confirm that not only is the need great, but the impact the dress makes on the girl and her family is immeasurable.

“We want anyone out there who has donated a dress or accessories, or who can do so this year, to know what a difference it can make,” added Ms. Marshall. “We anticipate another exciting year for the Prom Closet.”

Donations of dresses, shoes, handbags, and jewelry will be collected Saturday, Feb. 15 through Sunday, Feb. 23 in the main church Narthex on Saturday and Sunday, and in Room 126 on weekdays.

Larger dress sizes 14 and above are always needed.

For more information go to www.standrewumc.org or call the church office at 972-380-8001. Email standrewpromcloset@gmail.com. Area school counselors have been provided information on their campuses. Students must be present to shop for selection of dress and accessories. St. Andrew United Methodist Church is located 5801 Plano Parkway, corner of Mira Vista and Plano Parkway.

(For shopping days, park and enter the church from the west parking lot, off Plano Parkway. For donations,, park in the east parking lot off of Mira Vista.)

St. Andrew United Methodist Church is a vibrant, growing, intergenerational church.

Begun in 1986, St. Andrew is located on a 21.214 acre campus at the corner of Plano Parkway and Mira Vista and includes a sanctuary, education, music and nursery wing, completed in 2003.

Backpack Journalists needed Soul of the South is a 24-hour regional broadcast network based in Little Rock, Arkansas providing entertainment and news programming primarily targeting southern AfricanAmerican viewers.

Over the next few weeks Soul of the South News will expand its daily news commitment to include 2 hours in the morning, a 1-hour evening new broadcast and a daily 60 minute political news digest.

We are looking for storytellers -- specifically backpack journalists who will become part of a diverse and growing team of broadcast and digital professionals. This is an opportunity for multimedia !

journalists to join an up and coming News Network which offers news coverage and content about AfricanAmericans not consistently provided by any other news outlet. And, the backpack journalists will work in the communities they already live in -- and would not have to relocate to Little Rock.

Share the good news about Soul of the South with your alumni --especially recent graduates who are looking for a new career opportunity.

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Commemorating Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Cancer Prevention Month The Dance Theatre of Harle Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate 5:00 PM - Admission: FREE rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated Irving Arts Center to the March of Dimes March for Babies.

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30th Annual Quest for Success Awards Luncheon Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center -Ballroom A 12:00 pm Noon Hosted by John McCaa, WFAA Channel 8

The Dallas Division of the American Heart Association will host the 2014 Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Hilton Anatole. This year’s luncheon will feature Vice President Dick Cheney as the keynote speaker. Mr. Cheney has had a long battle with cardiovascular disease having suffered his first of five heart attacks in 1978, and ultimately undergoing a heart transplant in March of 2012.

JOURNEY INSTITUTE PRESENTS: PASTRIES 101 WITH LA MADELEINE'S from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (CST) 5290 Belt Line Rd #112 Addison, TX Addison, Texas 75240

February 8 “Friends with Benefits” relationship program presented

by The Potter’s House young adult ministry featuring Devon Franklin and wife, Meagan Good. Shaping up to be an honest and transparent conversation, The Potter’s House with help from the inspirational couple are looking to shine a light on the often overlooked important secrets of dating that can help others obtain positive relationships and marriages.

8:00 p.m. Program to begin

******** Preview of the State of Black Business Forum 10:30 am Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center -Ballroom A 650 South Griffin Street FREE Workshop College Fair and Expo One Community Church 2400 Texas 121 Plano, TX Time: 10am - 2pm Speaker: Mariane Ragins FAMU Alumni.Washington DC chapter www.scholarshipworkshop.com

New Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Worth, 9th annual Raymond B. Spencer Scholarship Banquet The guest speaker will be the Reverend Samuel "Billy" Kyles, the only witness still alive who spent the last hour with Dr. King before he was assassinated in Memphis, Paul Quinn College is cordially inviting everyone to join them on February 8, 2013 for the American Heart Association"s, "Go Red Greek Night Basketball Game" against the LSU-Shreveport Pilots and Lady Pilots.

Game times are 5:30 pm (Women)and 7:30 pm (Men) at the Tigers Den. he City of Balch Springs will celebrate a truly historical moment in time: the UNITY of the City of Balch Springs and the former Dallas County Water Control and Improvement District #6.

Mayor Carrie F. Gordon Ph.D. will give the State of the City address and we will formally dedicate the new Balch Springs City Hall facility.

Time: 2:30pm - 5:00pm Where: 13503 Alexander Road, Balch Springs TX 75180 Parkland Health & Hospital System is encouraging area residents to take a step toward good health by attending the Winter Care Fair taking place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8 at Parkland’s Southeast Dallas Health Center, 9202 Elam Road, Dallas, 75217.

Cabela’s Fort Worth, Buda, Allen and Waco will team up with the National Rifle Association (NRA) The annual event features a membership drive, along with a series of firearm safety, educational workshops and in-store product demonstrations.

For a full schedule of NRA Weekend events, call 817-337-2400. Cabela’s Fort Worth is located at 12901 Cabela Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For additional information or to shop online, visit www.cabelas.com/ fortworth.

February 10 Children's book author of the Keilah West book series, Katina Chimney, is the guest presenter for the Afternoon Teas at WoCA event series from 2-4 p.m.

2902 Race Street, Suite 100 Fort Worth, Texas 76111

******* Black Heritage Night Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz American Airlines Center Time: 7pm *******

Dallas / Ft. Worth National College Fair Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas 4:00pm – 8:00pm

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SheWear 3rd Anniversary Bash SheWear Hair Training University, 2706 W. Park Row Dr, Pantego TX 76013 7pm.

ORANGE TUESDAY – Wear the color orange on February 11th to support teen dating violence awareness day in Dallas

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Speaker for Fellowship of Professional Women Dallas at Want to be inspired? Want to be elevated? Be sure to hear Dr. Sheron C. Patterson's talk on how her battles with cancer made her better and not broken. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007, Dr. Patterson believed in God's healing power and reached out to help others before her surgery! In her book, "The Blessing and Bling", Dr. Patterson, a self- described "fashionista for God", shares the recipe for serving God, helping others and looking good at the same time. Join us to hear Dr. Sheron's amazing story.11:45 pm - 1:15 pm Park City Club 5956 Sherry Lane - 17th floor Dallas, TX 75225 Parking Tickets will be validated

Wednesday, Feb. 12 Democratic Candidate Forum 6:30 pm Sponsored by Greater Arlington Mansield Democratic Women 360 Corridor Democratic Action UTA Young Democrats UTA Campus University Hall Room 108 601 S Nedderman Dr. Arlington, Tx 76010 Mark Hunter, author of Love in the Time of AIDS: Inequality, Gender, and Rights in South Africa, will present the Stanton Sharp Lecture at SMU 6:30p at McCord Auditorium in Dallas Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public.

POETRY SMASH #3 TBAAL continues the month long celebration with a night of open mic at POETRY SMASH #3. A rare night of refreshing poets assemble as the audience gathers around the stage to "Amen" the word from a new generation of lyrical voices in a night of open mic.

Join the Smash Thursday, February 13, 2014 @ 7:30pm in the CLARENCE MUSE CAFE' THEATRE. Tickets are $10.

DANCE 10th ANNUAL WEEKEND FESTIVAL OF BLACK DANCE RHYTHM AND SOUL OF A PEOPLE Black History Month and Valentine's Weekend collide with style and love at TBAAL's 10TH ANNUAL WEEKEND FESTIVAL OF BLACK DANCE. . .

Rhythm and Soul of A People. By popular demand for four consecutive seasons, Jamaica's STELLA MARIS DANCE COMPANY shares the stage with Dallas' MANDIKA WEST AFRICAN DRUM AND DANCE ENSEMBLE

contemporary and modern dance. It's Black Dance at its best!

Hosted by TBAAL Board of Directors and the North Suburban Dallas Chapter, Jack and Jill of America, Inc Student Morning Performance-$5 Friday, February 14, 2014 @ 10am Public Performances-$10 Friday and Saturday February 14-15, 2014 @ 8pm Naomi Bruton Main Stage Dallas Convention Center Theater Complex Physical Address: 1309 Canton Street Dallas, TX 75201

February 15 Arlington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. celebrates its 25th anniversary with a reception and party - 7p.m. at Sheraton Arlington 1500 Convention Center Dr, Arlington Safe Conversations A FREE Workshop for Couples St. Philips School and Community Center 8:30am Call 469-269-0640 to register Springs Chamber Fitness Day Time: 9AM-12PM Location: Balch Springs Civic Center Admission $10.00 includes Toning and Zumba class as well as refreshments..

Join Cub Scouts Pack 4400 at their Skating for Food Party Saturday, February 15, 2014 from 1pm-5pm at Southern Skates 2939 Ledbetter Dr. in Dallas. Admission is $3+3 canned or non perishable food items. Pack the house and pack the pantry of an area food bank. For information, contact bsapack4400@yahoo.com

Candidate Meet & Greet Concord Baptist Church at 10am The Valentine’s Cruise 2014 is a two-hour dinner cruise featuring a three course plated dinner, a live band and a comedy performance all set in the romantic moonlit atmosphere of beautiful Lake Grapevine.

Tickets are $149 per couple. Advance reservations are required and guests must be 18 years old and up. To purchase tickets, visit www.arispop.com or call 972-514-4319.

Scottish comedian and star of The Late Late Show, Craig Ferguson will perform his unique and hilarious brand of comedy at Dallas's McFarlin Auditorium at the SMU Campus on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at 8pm. Tickets for Ferguson's concert, which run $45-$55, are on sale now on Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

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February 16 Feb 18-19 Symposium: When Life Strikes the White House RENOWNED SCHOLARS TO DISCUSS IMPACT OF PRESIDENTIAL DEATH, ILLNESS, SCANDAL .

The symposium will open at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, at the Sixth Floor Museum at 411 Elm Street, Dallas, 75202, with a keynote lecture by noted syndicated columnist and lecturer Richard Reeves. Reeves is a lecturer at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communications and is the author of “President Kennedy: Profile of Power,” a Kennedy biography that Jacqueline Onassis insisted her children read to learn about their father. At the time of the JFK assassination, Reeves was a correspondent with the Newark Evening News.

On Wednesday, Feb. 19, the symposium continues with a daylong series of panel discussions at SMU’s Bob Hope Theatre in the Owen Arts Center, 6101 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, 75205, featuring some of the nation’s foremost historians, writers and leaders. The event concludes after a 7 p.m. capstone presentation at the George W. Bush Institute Auditorium, 2943 SMU Blvd., Dallas, 75205, by Ambassador Karen Hughes, who served as under secretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs and as counselor to former President George W. Bush. Hughes is Worldwide Vice Chair for public relations and communications firm Burson-Marsteller.

February 20 Press Club of Dallas presents ON THE RECORD: FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT UPDATE 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (CST) KERA Community Room 3000 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75201

Buckner Children and Family Services will present a FREE foster care and adoption information meeting at 7 p.m. at Buckner’s office, located at 5200 Buckner Blvd.

HEART FAILURE WORKSHOP FREE TO PUBLIC This monthly workshop covers all aspects of living with congestive heart failure. Professionals will be speaking on medication management, dietary, physical activity, skin care, depression and much more. Parking is free with easy access to the entrance at Outpatient Registration Time: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

3rd floor, Conference Rm. 8 Contact: Kay Armstrong 214-947-9699 Located at Methodist Charlton Medical Center, above Outpatient Registration on 3rd floor.

The 12th Annual New Play Competition continues TeCo’s wildly successful 20-year anniversary season at the Bishop Arts Theater on Thursday, February 20 through March 2

February 14 The Pretty Things Peepshow Kessler Theater 1230 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208 (214) 272-83 Class fee: $40 The Pretty Things Peepshow is an old time girly roadshow that will transport you back to a time when men were men and women were fabulous! ****** From the movements of Jamaica and West Africa, for four seasons, Jamaica's STELLA MARIS DANCE COMPANY shares the stage with Dallas' MANDIKA WEST AFRICAN DRUM AND DANCE ENSEMBLE in an evening of some of the best African, PAGE 26

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Robert M. Gump is coming to Th3rd Thursday Champion's Luncheon at Edison’s @12:00noon. Mr. Gump is the founder of Robert M. Gump & Company.

He will be sharing accounting principles for SUSTAINED SUCCESS. Robert M. Gump & Company is a full service public accounting firm serving the greater Dallas area for over 25 years.

February 21 The Dallas Association of Realtists will be having their monthly membership meeting at Luby's cafeteria located at 5600 S. Hampton Rd., Dallas. Meeting time is 8:30am."

Celebrating Black History Month.

A half-day workshop titled “Water-Efficient Property Management” will answer questions and provide ideas about that subject from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Eastfield College in Mesquite.

The cost to attend is $49 per person, and the program will be held in the Science Building, rooms 100 and 101.

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Eight Simple Stressbusters

By Henry S. Miller, Author of The Serious Pursuit of Happiness: Everything You Need to Know to Flourish and Thrive Got stress? Stress is a part of a normal life that you can’t really avoid. The good news? You have more power than you realize to control stress before it prevents you from living the life you want to lead. Here are 8 simple stressbusters to help you: 1. Breathe Slowly and Deeply Before you react to the next stressful event, first take 3 deep breaths and consciously release each breath slowly.

If you have more time, try a relaxation technique, such as meditation or guided imagery, before deciding how to handle the situation.

2. Speak More Slowly If you feel overwhelmed at any time, deliberately slow down the pace of your speaking. You will appear less anxious and more in control of the situation. Stressed people tend to speak fast and breathlessly. If you slow down, you’ll find you can think more clearly and react more reasonably to stressful situations.

3. Take a Break Outdoors Take advantage of the healing power of fresh air and sunshine. Just 5 minutes outside on a balcony or terrace can be rejuvenating. If you have more time, 30 minutes of sunshine has proven positive benefits.

4. Check Your Posture Hold your head and shoulders upright.

Avoid slumping or stooping: bad posture leads to muscle tension, pain, and increased stress. If you are behind a desk during the day, avoid repetitive strain injuries and sore muscles by making sure your workspace is ergonomic, and take 5 minutes every hour to walk around or stretch.

5. Drink Plenty of Water and Eat Small, Nutritious Snacks Fight dehydration and hunger—they can provoke aggressiveness and exacerbate feelings of anxiety and stress. Drink plenty of water always have small and nutritious snacks available on hand, such as fruit, string cheese, or a handful of nuts.

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6. Do One Thing Today Take control of your time. Every day, do at least one simple thing you’ve been putting off: return a phone call, make a doctor’s appointment, or file the paperwork piling up on your desk.

Taking care of one nagging responsibility will energize you and improve your attitude! You might even find that completing one task inspires you to move on to the next one. At the end of each day, try planning your schedule for tomorrow using a calendar or day planner that works for you.

7. Reward Yourself after a Stressful Day At the end of the day, set aside any work concerns, housekeeping issues, or family concerns for at least a few minutes. Allow yourself a brief period of time to fully relax before bedtime each day—even if it’s only taking a relaxing bath or spending 30 minutes with a good book. Remember, you need time to recharge. Don’t spend this time planning tomorrow or doing chores you didn’t get around to during the day. You’ll be much better prepared to face another stressful day if you give yourself a brief reward of some free time.

8. Practice Letting Go When your next inevitably stressful situation comes up, make a conscious choice not to become upset. Just let it go. Don’t waste your energy on situations where it is not deserved.

Managing your anger is a proven stress reducer.

There’s no way to avoid stress, but you can be proactive in managing it.

Here’s wishing you a happy life with less stress!

Henry S. Miller is the author of The Serious Pursuit of Happiness: Everything You Need to Know to Flourish and Thrive and Inspiration for the Pursuit of Happiness: Wisdom to Guide your Journey to a Better Life. He is also the creator of the online membership program Get SERIOUS About Your Happiness: 20 Transformational Tools for Turbulent Times. As President of The Henry Miller Group (www.millergroup.com), he is a speaker, trainer, and consultant helping organizations improve engagement, performance, and productivity specifically by increasing employee well being. In prior careers, Henry was a Senior Consultant for the Tom Peters Company training and coaching senior management teams worldwide in leadership and his initial career in corporate America was with IBM.

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BEST SELLING AUTHOR AND LIFE COACH VALORIE BURTON HEADLINES TOTAL YOU WOMEN’S WELLNESS SUMMIT 2014

Women will be inspired to become Fit, Fabulous and Fearless at the Total You Women’s Wellness Summit 2014 on Feb. 28 – March 1 at the FirstFitness Nutrition in Carrollton, Texas.

Women work tirelessly to ensure the care and well-being of their family, friends and community. Unfortunately, many of these women fail to ensure their own well-being.

That’s why Emily M. Blue, CEO and founder of Total You Unlimited (TYU) created the Total You Women’s Wellness Summit (TYWWS), to help encourage, motivate, and inspire women of all ages to take care of themselves while they take care of others.

Tickets and packages are now on sale at www.totalyousummit.com.

The Total You Women's Wellness Summit is a power packed two day event and has something for women of all ages including teens.

Friday, February 28, 2014 - 3:00 p.m. to Saturday, March 1 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FirstFitness Nutrition 1430 Bradley Ln Carrollton, Texas Other events include a Red Carpet, Evening of Elegance hosted

by Lauren Freeman; Spiritual Wellness Luncheon and Awards Ceremony featuring Keynote Speaker Valorie Burton; Empowerment Sessions and so much more.

For full details of the events of the Total You Women’s Wellness Summit 2014 visit www.totalyousummit.com.

For more information about ticket/package purchasing, registration, becoming a sponsor or vendor, interview opportunities, or other news, please contact Ivy N. McQuain at 1-888-628-3270 or visit www.totalyousummit.com. !

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FOREST WHITAKER TO RECEIVE NAACP CHAIRMAN’S AWARD AT THE 45th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS

LOS ANGELES– Academy Award-winning actor, producer, director and 2014 Image Award nominee, Forest Whitaker is set to receive the NAACP Chairman’s Award during the 45th NAACP Image Awards, broadcast live on Saturday, February 22 (9:00 p.m. ET/PT tapedelayed) on TV One, the civil rights organization announced.

The Chairman’s Award, chosen by Chairman of the NAACP National Board of Directors,

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Roslyn M. Brock, is bestowed in recognition of special achievement and distinguished public service. Past honorees include United States Navy Vice Admiral Michelle Howard, Radio One Founder and Chairperson Cathy Hughes, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin, Tyler Perry, Former Vice President Al Gore and Dr. Wangari Muta Maathai, Aretha Franklin, Bono, then-Senator Barack Obama, The Dave Matthews Band, and Danny Glover.

"Forest Whitaker embodies the moniker of artist/activist," stated Roslyn M. Brock, Chairman of the NAACP National Board of Directors. "His work in front of and behind the camera engages and entertains, and his service to communities around the world is

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Whitaker just wrapped an astounding year led by the success of “Lee Daniels’ The Butler,’” in which he delivered a moving portrayal of Cecil Gaines, a butler at the White House through eight administrations and 34 years, as well as the critically acclaimed “Fruitvale Station,” on which he served as a producer. Both films garnered significant praise, including Image Award nods for Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture and Outstanding Independent Motion Picture, bringing Mr. Whitaker’s total number of Image Award nominations to seven.

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In our library Wellness Advocate Brings Health, Healing and Hope to National Cancer Prevention Month (GASTONIA, NC) Health advocate, wellness coach and educator Ann Malkmus is marking the start of Cancer Prevention Month this February with the national release of her new book Unravel the Mystery, A Simple Effective Approach to Beating Cancer, a comprehensive guide to unconventional steps individuals can take to harness their bodies’ natural healing abilities to fight the disease. The book is Malkmus’ latest work that addresses both prevention and recovery of cancer which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sites as the second leading cause of death in the United States by integrating diet and lifestyle changes to complement traditional therapy. The book (1) pinpoints key toxins that promote cancer and the dietary and environmental steps to fight them; (2) outlines userfriendly steps to reduce risk; and (3) shares crucial information and actions that people with cancer and their caregivers can take to support their bodies while working with oncologists on the road to recovery. This month, Malkmus will donate 100 copies of the book’s initial run to people fighting cancer and families in cancer treatment centers and support groups in her home state of North Carolina along with releasing a limited edition e-book at an introductory price of 99 cents to spread the knowledge and potentially help save the lives of millions.

“Where there is breath, there is hope,” exhorts Malkmus. “When we harness the

miraculous, self-healing power of our bodies -- through nutrition, simple lifestyle changes and detoxification -- we can and will experience renewed, vibrant health.

A “must read” for individuals with cancer or anyone who is supporting someone battling the disease Unravel the Mystery demystifies today’s leading research, answers key questions and most importantly lays out a clear guide to help people beat cancer.

Malkmus’ book is much more than a diet and nutrition guide it is an empowering tool that includes a cancerrecovery “checklist” list that individuals should incorporate in working proactively with their oncologists. It also recommends nutritionally powerful foods along with other effective methods to help create a healthy immune system.

A former college dean and current educator, wellness consultant and lecturer, Malkmus has managed health and wellness training programs reaching more than 10,000 individuals in one seminar, and impacting hundreds of thousands throughout the United States, Canada and Africa. She currently serves as the chief of education for The Hallelujah Diet! ™ one of the country’s leading health and wellness brands which has been proven to combat nutritional deficiency, reduce toxicity and improve overall health.

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Toll Road are brought to the area. Some construction has begun with the demolition of homes to follow later this year.

At a meeting held by the three institutions, a focus group of sorts dished ideas and findings on the surveys that have told the story of the residents of South Dallas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are measuring conditions that may vary from street to street,â&#x20AC;? said Dr.

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PROPOSITIONS 1 AND 2 Why YES means no and NO means yes Dallas is abuzz at the election issues before them on May 9 when citizens are asked to vote on the controverDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LYTE sial & EBONY Convention Music Happenings Center Hotel that is being backed by Mayor Leppert. But what does voting â&#x20AC;&#x153;noâ&#x20AC;? and voting â&#x20AC;&#x153;yesâ&#x20AC;? mean?

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