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Message to the People...

Two wonderful ladies... Cheryl Smith

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I MESSENGER Cheryl Smith, Publisher Established 2011

The week began with the celebration of life for Fritzi Pikes Woods. A dynamic woman who I had the pleasure of meeting about 15 years ago, Fritzi was president and chief executive officer of Women’s Foodservice Forum. I have always admired her intellect, wisdom, insight and compassion. Another dear friend, Lawrence Young, who worked with her at the Dallas Morning News, had nothing but praise for Fritzi -- and with good reason, and like so many others. When I needed sound business advice, I reached out to Fritzi because I knew she would be responsive, honest and helpful. I wasn’t disappointed. Fritzi made time to provide me with important information to assist in my endeavors and we also shared thoughts on how we could work together in the future. She was such a source of support and inspiration to many. Whether she was taking care of business at the Morning News, attending a Dallas Mavs game with her family, speaking to students at area schools, attending NABJ meetings/conventions, or when we bumped into one another in the nation’s capital, I saw that engagingly beautiful smile that I will always remember. I was saddened to hear about her death and wish we had time to follow through on some projects. I salute and celebrate her life, such a wonderful life it was. Now, I had not known Mrs. Evelyn Lowery that long but she left an indelible mark on me. Sure I had met her husband, Joseph, several times before and his name was known across this country and around the world, long before he gave the benediction at President Barack Obama’s first inauguration. But to meet Mrs. Lowery was an absolute honor. Mrs. Lowery and I had a great visit when she traveled to Dallas with her husband last year, campaigning for Congressional candidate Domingo Garcia. We talked at length about the civil rights struggle and the role of women, like herself, Dr. Dorothy Irene Height and Amelia Boynton Robinson. Of course we had our Delta/AKA moment, talking about the two great organizations and members we both new. Later Mrs. Lowery and I met up again in Atlanta during the National Conference of Black Mayors Convention. There were a number of SCLC women around who sang her praises as they talked about her many contributions, like founding SCLC W.O.M.E.N (Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now), recognizing civil rights icons and addressing many societal ills. It was heartwarming to see the Lowery’s together. After over 60 years of marriage, the love and respect was genuine and beautiful. Both of these ladies were much more than just wives and mothers, they were the epitome of womanhood! They were real role models who led lives worth emulating!

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AAA Texas:Â As seasons change drivers benefit from falling gas prices

 â€œWhile we are enjoying a break at the gas pumps heading into fall, we encourage drivers to continue to keep fuel eďŹƒciency on their minds to save even more money on their fuel budgets,â€? said AAA Texas/New Mexico Representative Doug Shupe. â€œHere in Texas, we’re paying about $45 to full up the typical 14-gallon size fuel tank.â€? Â

 (Irving, TX) – The statewide average for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel is now $3.20, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is eight cents less than last week and 39 cents less than one year ago. The average in the Lone Star State is also 23 cents less than the national average of $3.43. Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in Amarillo and Austin are paying the most at $3.24, and drivers in Ft. Worth are paying the least at $3.15.  Drivers in every state and the District of Columbia are paying less for gasoline than one year ago, however the size of the year-over-year discount varies considerably. Barring a hurricane or other unexpected disruption to gasoline production and distribution, analysts say retail prices may continue to move lower in the coming months, as suďŹƒcient supplies, flat demand and cheaper winter-blend gasoline mean motorists are likely to pay less to fill their tanks.

To help consumers identify quality auto repair shops that can assist in the maintenance and repair of their vehicles, AAA oers the Approved Auto Repair program as a free public service. AAA-approved repair facilities meet and maintain high professional standards for training, equipment, cleanliness and customer service. Motorists can look for the

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Approved Auto Repair sign at local auto repair facilities, or search for a nearby AAA-approved shop online at AAA.com/Repair. AAA Texas can be visited on the Internet at www.AAA.com. Follow AAA Texas on Twitter: @AAATexas and Facebook: www.facebook.com/ AAATexas.

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JOHNSON: Insurance Exchanges begin October 1st By Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson

receive financial subsidies that will be available.

On October 1st the health insurance exchange, a critical part of the Affordable Care Act, will launch in Texas, giving nearly 6 million uninsured Texans and businesses the opportunity to purchase reasonably priced health insurance.

Applications for insurance will be available on Oct. 1, 2013, and coverage will The idea of an begin January 1, 2014. exchange is not new. The open enrollment Members of Congress for the program ends and federal employees March 31, 2014. Texas have participated in will witness the largest such a program since percentage gain of any 1960. other state if it fully Private health implements health insurance care reform, Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson exchanges also exist according to in our country and researchers at Rice participating businesses and University in Houston.

The exchange will be operated by federal officials, given that Texas Governor Rick Perry has refused to establish one because of his opposition to legislation that is designed to provide coverage to the nearly 30 million uninsured Americans. The exchange will not act as an insurance company. It will, however, decide which insurance companies participate in the plan. It will seek to maximize the number of people who enroll. Additionally, it will promote transparency among insurers and promote fairness for consumers. In August the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded nearly $11 million to nonprofits in Texas to hire “navigators” who will help uninsured Texans understand the various options that will be available in the exchange. Navigators will also help consumers who are eligible to

various components are designed to significantly lower that amount by providing insurance to the uninsured.

The open enro#ment for the program ends March 31, 2014. Texas wi# witness the largest percentage gain of any other state if it fu#y implements health care reform, according to researchers at Rice University in Houston. According to the Texas Hospital Association, providing health care for the uninsured in Texas cost taxpayers and businesses nearly $5 billion in 2010. The Affordable Care Act and it

individuals have experienced lower insurance costs while receiving quality care.

witness the experience with health care in Massachusetts. The exchange concept is based on the model used in Massachusetts called the Health Connector, which assists people and small businesses that are searching for affordable insurance. The law was enacted in 2006 when former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney was Governor. Nearly 300,000 previously uninsured people now have insurance because of the legislation. In fact, Massachusetts has the lowest percentage of uninsured people in the entire nation. The Affordable Care Act and the exchanges will bring about vitally necessary changes in our state. As your representative in Congress who fought hard to enact this sensible piece of legislation, I urge you to spread the word about the exchanges through your churches, neighborhood organizations, and networks so that all of our citizens can have the peace of mind that comes with having health insurance for themselves and their families.

I would suggest that those who oppose the Affordable Care Act and the concept of exchanges

Letter to the Editor As the owner of a small business, I spend too much of my time complying with new rules and regulations and seeking ways to meet them.

to meet many of the same for the whole country. It would objectives with much less red tape. particularly benefit the middle class, the very people President In fact, I would suggest that Obama has vowed to help in President Obama require his recent weeks. agencies to base any new

Some days operating my company while buried under a pile of red tape just doesn't seem to be worth it, and I'm not alone among small business owners.

regulations on input from small businesses. At the same time, he could insist that agencies determine the real cost of both new and existing regulations. In some cases, he would probably find that these regulations are doing more harm than good.

Just this year the federal government has created 3,503 new regulations, and many of them affect small businesses. We need immediate regulatory reform. I bet that small business owners can help find sensible ways

Freeing small businesses to concentrate on meeting customer needs, growing business and creating new jobs would be good

Enacting smart and sensible reforms in the regulatory process won’t even require action by Congress. This is one time the president can lead the administrative branch to have an immediate and positive impact on our economy. The most recent Obama administration Unified Agenda, the rulemaking roadmap for 2013, shows 3,500 regulations in the pipeline. More than 700 of

those directly impact small businesses. Little wonder that, with numbers like these, small business owners are reluctant to invest or hire because they don’t know what expensive new rules from Washington they’ll have to pay for next. Something has to change in our regulatory system or there will soon be fewer small businesses and our economy will suffer. Andy Ellard Manda Machine Co., Inc. (Dallas) NFIB/Texas Member for Sensible Regulations

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Turning a hobby into a business By: Akilah C. Thompson News Flash! You do not have to spend the rest of your life working in a cubicle from nine to five every day. Neither do you have to settle for working in a miserable profession that barely pays the bills. Have you ever thought about turning your passions into a business? Is there something you enjoy doing so much you currently do it for free? Have you ever thought about how much income you could earn from your hobbies? Passion is one of the key ingredients to becoming a successful entrepreneur! When we are passionate about something , we find enjoyment in sharing our talents with others. So, why should we stop there when we can start making money doing what we enjoy? Let¹s explore what it will take to turn your hobby into a business. With the appropriate planning and an entrepreneurial mindset, you can be on your way to starting a successful business with passion as your foundation. Tip One: Save! Save! And Save! Before you decide to leave a corporate career or any job to start your own business, be sure to save at least 12 to 18 months of salary. As an entrepreneur, the checks will stop coming every two weeks and there may be times when the checks wont show up as planned. If you have sufficient savings, you will be prepared for those ³Rainy

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days² which are almost guaranteed to happen. In addition, most of the capital that will be used to start your business will come from your own pockets. You want to make sure you can appropriately fund your business with the start up funds needed to get your business off the ground. Tip Two: Create a Business Plan A business plan is a snapshot that potential investors and banks look at in order to predict where your business is headed and what it will look like in the future. ³If you Fail to plan, you Plan to fail². Most businesses are unsuccessful because their business plans were incomplete or ineffective. In addition, Your business plan sets the strategic plan and direction for your business to help you make appropriate decisions with the end goals in mind. The Main Components of a Business Plan are: -The Mission Statement / Vision Statement -The Organizational Plan -The Competition -Market Analysis / Market Plan -The Financial Plan -Executive Summary The Mission Statement ­ articulate the purpose of the company¹s existence, their target audience as well as the products and services. The Vision Statement ­ is the guiding force behind the mission statement that focuses on the

values, aims and the future direction of the company. The Organizational Plan- is a description of your business, products and services and the goals of the company. In this section, the long term objectives for the company are recorded along with the formulation of the company¹s strategies, tasks and functions. The Competition- refers to researching other businesses that offer similar services and products within market. This is comparing prices and other marketing techniques. The Market Analysis ­ is the study of the market in its entirety that relates to the strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats that may arise when launching your business. The Market Plan- is an essential part because this is where you develop strategies on how to solicit consumers and business. THIS IS WHERE YOU ADVERTISE!!!!! Use all public relation resources and social media to market your brand. Social media has become the voice to the general public to connect with current and prospective clients. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube allow you to create a presence in the google domain, which will help customers find you on the web. Incorporate social media in your strategy and invest in a good publicist to let the media know about your business. The Financial Plan- is the spine of the business plan because it is a blue print of your business¹ current and future financial state. It is based upon the business¹ balance sheet, income statement and cash flows. In other words, the financial plan captures how much money is needed to start the business including all start up expenses. In addition, the financial plan will forecast proposed revenue for years to come to assess growth potential. !

The Executive Summary- is the final piece of the puzzle, and the most important part because it summarizes all the sections of your business plan by extracting the main points. Prospective investors determine whether your business is profitable based upon this section of the document. Make sure that your main points are clear, concise and creative! Tip Three: Hire an Accountant From day one, you need to make sure that you are recording all financial information pertaining to your business. Exceptional book and record keeping skills is essential. An accountant can help you with tax planning, business plan review, bookkeeping, payroll and other functions that relate to the disbursement of money. As mentioned earlier, the financial plan is important because it is a blue print of your business, therefore having an accountant allows you to maintain order not only in your business but it also gives you a piece of mind that your finances are in good hands. Tip Four: Live your dream! Now it¹s time to live your dreams. Take all the tips that you have been given above and make your dreams come alive. Businesses are built based on creative and innovative ideas that were given wings to fly. Let your passion, ideas, skills and hobbies allow you to spend your life doing things you love to do as an entrepreneur. Your hobby may be the stepping-stone needed to start a successful career as your own boss! Akilah C. Thompson is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of North Carolina A & T State University where she earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Business Economics. She is an IRS Enrolled Agent, C e r t i f i e d L i f e C o a c h , L i ce n s e d Z u m b a Instructor, and Inspirational Speaker. She is the Founder & CEO of her trademark company ACT Inspires Inc and nonprofit, Generations Inspired Inc. Akilah is also a model, actor, and author. Her life goal is to inspire and empower others to be Ambitious , Coura geous & Talented. For more information, please visit Act Inspires.

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Iota Phi Lambda President

Daphne Jackson Hornbuckle, who recently was recently installed as 29th president of Dallas’ Psi chapter of Iota Phi Lambda, a national business and professional women’s sorority. Ms. Hornbuckle is a corporate computer manager and also a former regional officer for the organization.

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Dipped, Fried and Praised on the Side By Eva D. Coleman Texas Metro News

From the moment I walked in, I knew the outcome. Balloons lined tables in Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que and eyes were focused on television screens. e glow that held everyone’s attention was Brent Reaves, competing on Deep Fried Masters: Destination America. Reaves is the son of barbecue great, Smokey John Reaves, founder of Dallas’ famous Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que. Smokey John’s has traditionally had a presence with their famed food at the State Fair of Texas. Reaves supposes it was the bond with this fall food mecca that landed him the opportunity to compete. “Maybe because of the relationship that we have with the State Fair. We’ve been there over 30 years, and we’re really connected to those guys,” Reaves said. Fair-goers flock to Fair Park each year for their fried food fix. Smokey John’s has went to bat...or battered up for the coveted “best of ” bragging rights before. “We’ve been a finalist twice in their Big Tex Choice Awards. Abel beat me both times,” Reaves laughed. It was Abel Gonzales and heads of the State Fair of Texas that gave Destination America’s Deep Fried Masters Reaves’ name, encouraging them to call him for possible inclusion in the show. Gonzales serves as a judge on the show and has won numerous Big Tex Choice Awards in the past with creations such as deep fried jambalaya, fried butter and fried Coca-Cola to name a few. “You know he’s nationally known, so he also told them, you need to call Brent too, and so I guess that put me on their PAGE 8

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heard loud and proud at Smokey John’s during bible study at the 1820 West Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, Texas location. As of now, it’s the only location, but it wasn’t that way in the past. Established in 1976, Smokey John’s at it’s peak had seven locations. Each one had bars and clubs in them. Now, the booze and party atmosphere has been replaced with a different kind of happy dance. “My dad gave his life to the Lord, shut down all the clubs, shut down all Brent Reaves the bars, went bankrupt, Photo - LaDonna Castro and so, now we’re starting all over again, with the radar pretty high,” Reaves said. ‘You won, you won, you won’ and they family mindset and with the principles of Gonzales was also in attendance at the were all like losing their minds, but they God and Christ in the business...trying to loosely-organized watch party that drew couldn’t because it was like quiet on the multiply that,” Reaves said. in a standing room only crowd to witness set and so everybody’s mouthing, but As Brent Reaves takes the culinary Brent take on other competitors. raising their fists in the air and losing it.” lessons instilled in him by his father, Seeing Reaves in a deep-frying frenzy Reaves says the display of crew beginning at six years old, to the worldon national television excited the crowd members silently singing his praises in wide stage, he remains grounded in his as he sailed through rounds, pleasing the background took place aer each faith and recognizes the power of judges with the Smokey John’s signature round. It seems to have struck a chord of forgiveness, even as he competed on deep fried baked potato, a new creation destiny. Deep Fried Masters. of fried cheeseburger sliders and his final “It was like the energy started building “Even my mistakes actually turned out dessert creation of a fried Reese’s peanut and you could feel it. I knew at that point to be positive. I put too much water in butter cup. I realized, okay God, this is you. You’re my tempura batter for the deep fried Aer each round of show production, taking this over. is has nothing to do cheeseburger and actually it worked out Reaves says crew members had the with me,” he said. better than how it was supposed to,” he chance to eat what was le of the food Well hallelujah. Applause and praises said. that was prepared aer judges had their heartily went up as the crowd cheered at You can catch repeat episodes of Deep fill and all photos were taken. He the announcement of Brent Reaves as the Fried Masters featuring Brent Reaves on amusingly recalled what it was like on the winner. e boom could possibly be episode number two on the Destination set. described as a heavenly eruption. America channel, which is a division of “What was crazy about the whole show Speaking of praises, Smokey John’s has Discovery Networks. Also, be sure to was the camera crew and all those guys long been known as the barbecue spot visit Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que at their were like rooting for me at the show,” where people gather and praise the Lord Mockingbird Lane location and at the Reaves said. “ey would be behind the every Tuesday aernoon from 12:30 - State Fair of Texas this fall. scenes just pumping their fists going, 1:30. Songs and testimonials can be

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Jakes hits New York for two-day Mind, Body & Soul Press Tour Bestselling author, producer and philanthropist T. D. Jakes is teaming up with BET Networks to empower, enlighten and uplift viewers in his new talk show - T.D. Jakes Presents: Mind, Body & Soul. The hour long, weekly chat fest combines an entertaining mix of celebrity interviews, impassioned discussion and expert advice while shining a spotlight on ordinary people with extraordinary stories. T.D. Jakes Presents: Mind, Body &

Host T.D. Jakes (L) with actor, rapper LL Cool J (R) on the set on Mind, Body & Soul.

Soul premieres Sunday, October 6th at 12:00 P.M. ET/PT. Over the course of 11 episodes, T.D. Jakes Presents: Mind, Body & Soul seeks to equip viewers with life skills and information as told through Jakes' trademark teaching. Each show takes a topical approach to relevant issues that audiences face including family, fitness, finance, living without limits, body image, relationships, healthy living, violence in our communities and more. As a testament to Jakes' far reaching appeal, celebrity guests PAGE 9

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and performers include fellow talk show host and author Steve Harvey ("The Steve Harvey Show"), hip hop legend and actor LL Cool J ("NCIS"), superstar gospel recording artist Marvin Sapp, Film Studio Executive DeVon Franklin ("Jumping The Broom"), Laz Alonso ("Jumping The Broom"), Jennifer Williams ("Basketball Wives") and Beverly Bond ("Black Girls Rock!"). Rising R&B star Luke James and soul diva Angie Stone are also slated to perform during the season. MBS 101 - EMPOWERMENT T.D. and Mrs. Serita Jakes discuss their daughter's teen pregnancy and the impact it had on their lives. Guests include Educator Steve Perry and a pregnant teen. MBS 102 - MAN TALK Money, sex, and spirituality, are the topics of a man talk session with actors Lamman Rucker, Laz Alonzo, and singers Luke James and Keith Sweat. Luke James performs. MBS 103 - LET IT GO T.D. Jakes discusses letting go of life's disappointments with former NFL player Chris Draft, singer Angie Stone, and two estranged brothers. Angie Stone performs. MBS 104 - FAMILY, FITNESS & FINANCE T.D. Jakes discusses how to get physically and financially fit with health, fitness and finance experts Latham Thomas, Shannon Nash and Valorie Burton. MBS 105 - STEVE HARVEY LIVING WITHOUT LIMITS From his early days, to the present, Comedian, Actor, Bestselling Author, Actor, Radio and Television personality, sits down for a one-on-one with T.D. Jakes and shares his life story. Steve talks about his faith to his willingness to adapt to changing times. MBS 106 - POWER OF LOVE T.D. Jakes discusses the many facets of love with guests Marvin

Sapp, film producer Devon Franklin, and counsels a couple struggling in their marriage. MBS 107 - IMAGE IS EVERYTHING The impact media images have on our culture is discussed with former "Basketball Wives" star Jennifer Williams, Activist Sabrina Lamb, Spelman College Professor Tarshia Stanley and "Black Girls Rock" Founder, Beverly Bond. MBS 108 - VIOLENCE IN OUR COMMUNITIES In a town hall setting, T.D. Jakes discusses violence in our communities and offers solutions. Guests include Pastor Corey Brooks, former gang member, Arthur "Silky Slim" Reed, Atlanta City Councilman Kwanza Hall and Emory Professor Greg Ellison.

lost more than a hundred pounds and fitness expert "Dr. Ro". MBS 111Hi - LIVING WITHOUT LIMITS Hip Hop star turned actor LL Cool J shares how fame, family, and God play a role in his life. T.D. Jakes Presents: Mind, Body & Soul is executive produced by T.D. Jakes ("Sparkle", "Jumping the Broom") and Marilyn Gill ("The Montell Williams Show", "The Mo'nique Show"). Join the conversation about the shows on Twitter by using hashtags: #TDJAKESMBS.

"I think I'm gonna be able to really talk to people about who they are and who they are inside". That's T.D. Jakes describing how his new

Host T.D. Jakes (L) and author DeVon Franklin (R) share a laugh on the set on Mind, Body & Soul.

MBS 109 - WHY AM I STILL SINGLE T.D. Jakes talks to smart, successful, single women in search of Mr. Right. MBS 110 - HEALTHIER YOU (OBESITY) T.D. Jakes challenges viewers to retrain their brains about health and fitness. Guests include a woman struggling with obesity, a man who !

talk show will be much different than the other ones out there. "T.D. Jakes Presents: Mind, Body & Soul" premieres on BET this Fall. Aside from the new show, Jakes shared the stage with Oprah Winfrey at "Megabits."

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Straight Talk on Fitness, Health, Food, and Football score big at Methodist Charlton Men’s Health Event indigestion, erectile dysfunction, joint pain, and heart, prostate, and colon health.

Former Dallas Cowboy Michael Downs speaks at Event Men got a boost to a healthy lifestyle at the Methodist Charlton Medical Center Men’s Health TuneUp. Starting with a healthy breakfast and hearty conversation, the event offered free health screenings and physician-experts who discussed issues common with men such as

Healthy cooking and fitness demonstrations by Chef Cassondra, gave attendees the tools they need to get fit. The event also featured a special appearance by former Dallas Cowboy Michael Downs, who spoke on getting motivated to live the perfect life, and drawings for footballs autographed by Downs.

Former Dallas Cowboy Michael Downs gave away an autographed football.

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s Methodist Charlton orthopedic specialist Stephen Ozanne, MD was one of the expert panelists answering questions. Fit Zone instructors led attendees in a fitness demo.

Chef Cassondra shows how food can be both healthy and tasty.

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You know one of the things that is almost a necessity when you turn your life over to Christ is to consciously and deliberately surround yourself with other people of faith. Recently I have had the privilege of talking to people who are currently experiencing their own transformations and are exploding in their knowledge and thirst for the Word. I must admit, it’s kind of refreshing for me as I remember my own experience. For those who may not know, in the beginning I was so hungry and thirsty spiritually, that I thought I was headed to seminary. For me, I needed that kind of instruction, or so I thought. When I told a minister friend of mine, he, without discouraging my enthusiasm, mad a valid point. You see one of my misconceptions at that time, was believing somehow, that intellectual pursuit was a solution to most of my confusion or ignorance of just about everything. I could and still do at times, rationalize anything. Boy was I wrong. That kind of thinking kept me out of church and my friend reminded me of that. He let me know as I have stated on numerous occasions, that many people can quote scripture backwards and forwards, but yet have no faith. He thought I would be better served if I surrounded myself with people who were as hungry as I was for the Word. He surmised that fortifying one’s emerging faith was far more important at that time than was spiritual intellectualism. That’s when I started bible study.

FAMU Alumnus produces new movie Available on DVD Oct. 8 Maurice Green, a 2001 graduate of Florida A&M University (FAMU), is the executive producer of the new film, After Effects, which will be available on DVD beginning October 8 at Wal-Mart Stores throughout the U.S. The film features Daniel Baldwin and exNew England Patriot Brandon Lloyd in a tale of six college students who register to participate in an off-campus research study, but later find themselves experiencing an arousing military awakening. Green, a native of Tampa, Fla., began his tenure at FAMU as a junior, due to college dual enrollment credits he completed in 1998 while at Thomas Jefferson Senior High School. He

That pastor friend of mine was right and indeed my efforts to become a mature Christian have been matched stride for stride by those who have attended bible study with me. I can’t tell you how wonderful it is to be a part of another person’s spiritual growth. To have someone else recognize spiritual awakening in you is also a wonderful thing; blessing type stuff. That’s why I find it sometimes overwhelming to watch others testify to what God is beginning to do and what He has done in their lives. It rekindles those early feelings I had upon the recognition and acceptance of Christ as my personal lord and Savior. I am reminded of how people responded to me. Friends that I knew for years opened up to my opening up about Christ. Folk that I knew forever and never knew them as believers seemed to appear out of nowhere. Was it them? Or was it me? I’m convinced that until I offered, until I confessed to them of my transformation, they had no way to touch that part of me. Once opened, fellowship had a place to enter my up-until-then walled off soul. “What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus, my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider rubbish that I may gain Christ and be found in Him. Not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ-the righteousness that comes from God and is by faith.” Philippians 3:8-9. Think about it and surround yourself accordingly.

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graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and religion. He completed dual minor degrees in chemistry, and in middle school mathematics and science. Green is a life member of the FAMU National Alumni Association and the NAACP. Green states that his “love of science, its surrounding mysteries and how it affects our everyday lives” influenced his interest in backing the film. He acknowledges that Denise Burgan, another FAMU graduate, further inspired his engagement. “Burgan’s enthusiasm and commitment to promote the project, as well as her status as a fellow rattler sealed the deal,” Green said. Green notes that his investment has not been lost, as the buzz and interest in the cinema production appears to be growing, although for varying reasons. He adds that “stories about athlete Lloyd’s involvement in the film have sparked national dialogue on CNN.com, Fox Sports News and ESPN.

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Passing of Civil Rights Leader Dr. Evelyn Gibson Lowery Evelyn Lowery founded SCLC Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. to champion the rights of women, children, families, and their ability to respond to issues affecting the community. Through that organization she has spearheaded education and mentoring programs, HIV/Aids awareness initiatives, and built coalitions and alliances with various women’s groups across the globe. She also created the Drum Major for Justice Award, which recognizes awardees for their contributions to the civil rights movement and achievements in their professional fields. She is survived by Joseph Lowery, President Emeritus of the SCLC. Members of Black Women's Roundtable, the women's initiative of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) and the NAACP share expressions on the passing of beloved civil rights leader Dr. Evelyn Gibson Lowery founder of SCLC/Women's Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc.: Melanie L. Campbell, Convener, Black Women's Roundtable and President & CEO, NCBCP "Our hearts are heavy in learning of the passing of Mrs. Evelyn Gibson PAGE 13

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"The nation has lost a great leader and advocate for civil rights, women's rights, human rights and social justice for all people. We know that our world is a better place because of the life's work of Mrs. Lowery and SCLC W.O.M.E.N. So many of our unsung Heroes and Sheroes of the Civil Rights Movement would not have been recognized for their sacrifices if it was not for her work in organizing her annual Civil Rights Heritage Educational Tour that traced the steps of the Civil Rights Movement through Alabama. "We will 'never forget to remember' Mrs. Evelyn Gibson Lowery's legacy by continuing to do the work every day fighting for the empowerment of women and girls to achieve equal rights economically, educationally and politically now and for future generations." Clayola Brown, SCLC/ W.O.M.E.N. Inc. Board Member and President, A. Philip Randolph Institute. "Sister Evelyn Lowery, our Matriarch of the Movement, was always there-supporting her loving husband Joe, sustaining her "sisters in the struggle", and serving an untold number of disenfranchised women, children and families across all boundaries of ethnicity, gender, age or religion. From voting rights, to civil rights, to women's rights, to human rights - Sister Lowery was one of the original, authentic Freedom Fighters. "As I reflect on the many years that I served alongside her as a member on the SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., INC. board of directors, I can recall her gentle smile, the twinkle in her eye that spoke to her approachableness, but also the slight turn of the head that would signal the strong determination in her words that would be so clearly articulated that they would stop a room.

"Her dedication and determination was so solid, so firmly fixed, that her every action spoke to her nurturing spirit to uphold the tenets of the civil rights movement, but also to lift the women's rights within the movement. She was responsible for honoring civil rights activist Viola Liuzzo, with a monument along the Freedom trail. She was a foot soldier whose shoes will take many of us to fill, we will miss her dearly."

Felicia M. Davis, Director Building Green Initiative at Clark Atlanta University "SCLC Women across the nation grieve the loss of our leader and Shero, Dr. Evelyn Gibson Lowery. First to address HIV/AIDS within the Black community, Mrs. Lowery was a fearless champion for human rights and her work dramatically improved the lives of the less fortunate. She erected monuments to unsung civil rights heroes throughout Alabama and made certain that youth learned this history on the annual Evelyn G. Lowery Heritage Tour commemorating Blood Sunday. "Mrs. Lowery personally touched the lives of thousands of youth with her mentoring program; seniors with her annual Christmas dinner; and recognized the contributions of other leaders with her prestigious Drum Major for Justice Awards. We knew her as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and matriarch of the Civil Rights Movement. Our love, prayers and support is extended to the Lowery family who so generously shared Mrs. Lowery with the entire community." Helen Butler, SCLC/ W.O.M.E.N. Inc. Advisory Board and Executive Director, The Peoples Agenda "Dr. Evelyn Gibson Lowery was a prophetic voice for issues of women and girls. She developed and implemented sever solutions for issues negatively impacting the African American community - whether it was Pampering for Peace for women of domestic violence, HIV/AIDS awareness, or a computer technology training center for girls. Her mighty voice will be missed but we pledge to honor her legacy by continuing these programs uplift and empower the community. We lift Dr. Joseph !

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Lowery and the Lowery family up in prayer." Edrea Davis, SCLC/ W.O.M.E.N., Inc. Advisory Board and Vice President, Jazzmyne PR "Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and friends of civil rights leader, our leader, Dr. Evelyn Gibson Lowery. Our generation and beyond are the beneficiaries of her courageous, selfless, consistent contributions to the civil rights movement. Mrs. Lowery worked tirelessly to empower women and families in her community through the programs of SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Inc. Her HIV/AIDS program, domestic violence program, the annual toy drive, and the annual Christmas party uplift the community; and the erection of monuments along the route of the Evelyn G. Lowery Civil Rights Heritage Educational Tour helps to educate young people and preserve the history of the civil rights movement. "Mrs. Lowery was a quiet warrior who fought for equality with strength, perseverance, dignity and class. She will be missed, but her legacy will live on SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., Inc. footsoldiers continue her work. We pray that God wraps his arms around Dr. Lowery and the family in this difficult time." Roslyn M. Brock, Chairman of the NAACP Board of Directors: “A pioneer and champion in the civil rights movement has passed on,” stated Roslyn M. Brock. “Evelyn Lowery’s leadership was essential to the longevity and power behind the movement for equality. Ms. Lowery was a drum major for justice in her own right. Her spirit lives on in the initiatives she founded and in the activists she mentored across the nation.” Benjamin Todd Jealous, President & CEO of the NAACP: “Today, we mourn the passing of a champion for civil and human rights,” stated NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous. “Ms. Lowery’s foresight and leadership pushed the envelope of what organizations like the SCLC and the NAACP could do for women and families. Her legacy lives on in the coalitions she built and the strong foundation she laid. She was a hero and will be truly missed.” !

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September 28 Equestrian Trail Appreciation 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Bear Creek Nature Park, 1000 Bear Creek Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146 For more info call 972.218.1300 / www.lancaster-tx.com HBCU Week Mixer Azure Restaurant 4080 Beltline Road Addison TX, 75001 Time: 1:00pm - 5:00 pm Donations: $10.00 44th annual outreach program and reception for Black Citizens for Justice Law & Order, a civil rights and equal employment advocacy group. Speakers will include LaRome Armstrong, founder of the Dallas Black Film Festival, and Earnie Joe, a Dallas attorney and voter registration volunteer. They will explore the theme “pursuance of justice.” The event will be from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel Dallas-Campbell Center, 8250 N. Central Expressway. Free food will be served. Urban League of Greater Dallas Young Professionals Leadership Development Conference 2013 Fred Perpall, CEO, The Beck Group, keynote speaker Friendship-West Baptist Church presents S.W.A.G.’s AllWhite Boat Party on Lake Lewisville, 2p - 5:30p Call 972-228-7233 Singlelife@friendshipwest.org The Apprentice 2013 UNT - Dallas Helping Young Women Succeed Summit 2013 Young Women’s Summit will feature “Women in Business” and Women Business Owners coming together to mentor teen ladies ages 13 -19 in Leadership, Etiquette, Entrepreneur mind set, Communication Styles, Organization, and Goal Setting. Meet Author Lynette Norris Wilkinson at Barnes and Noble Creekwalk Village in Plano 2 to 4 p.m. Get your autographed copy of the award-

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Mickey Spagnola, DallasCowboys.com columnist and broadcaster on Talkin’ Cowboys, will emcee the Big Splash! Gala. To learn more about sponsor benefits and tickets, visit dlftx.org or call 214.777.5520.

September 30 Dr. Helena Mosely, Assistant Superintendent for Achievement and Student Services - Lancaster Independent School District, will moderate the Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast program, The State of Education in America: An Outlook - Part II,on Monday, September 30, 2013 at 7:30 a.m. The program will be held in the Grand Hall of the Lancaster Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Lancaster, TX 75134.

October 1 SMU will partner with neighborhoods throughout Dallas and thousands of communities nationwide for the 30TH Annual National Night Out crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out, sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, will involve more than 15,000 communities across the nation. The event is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participation in local anti-crime efforts, and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships.

October 2 What Does the Affordable Care Act Do for Me? 6:15 p.m.—Registration 6:30 p.m.—8:15 p.m.—Program Center for Community Cooperation Oak Corner Room 2900 Live Oak Street Dallas, Texas 75204 The speakers for the program are: Martha Blaine, Executive Director, Community Council of Greater Dallas; Steve Love, CEO of the DFW Hospital Council; and Veronica Moore, Public Affairs Specialist, Regional Office of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. This program is free and open to the public. Due to limited seating, reservations are requested. Reserve online at www.dallaswomenscouncil.org, emailprograms@dallaswomenscouncil.org or leave a message at 972.238.5508.

The National Football Foundation (NFF) announced that Scott Pelley, anchor and managing editor of the CBS Evening News and a CBS 60 Minutes correspondent, will host the NFF Leadership Hall of Fame induction of Jerry Jones, owner, president and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, on Oct. 3 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. Jones, a former offensive lineman on the 1964 Arkansas national championship team, has become one of the nation’s leading businessmen and humanitarians, and in July the NFF announced that he would be inducted as a charter inductee into its newly formed NFF Leadership Hall of Fame. Celebrities scheduled to participate at the event alongside Pelley include (in order of appearance) NFF Chairman and College Football Hall of Fame quarterback from Ole Miss Archie Manning; Arizona State and Dallas Cowboys All-Pro Darren Woodson; NBC Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Al Michaels; Sports Illustrated writer and NBC Sports commentator Peter King; host of the NFL on FOX Curt Menefee; radio voice of the Dallas Cowboys Brad Sham; NFF Board Member and BP Capital Founder T. Boone Pickens; NFF Board Member and College and Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback for UCLA and the Dallas Cowboys Troy Aikman; NFF Board Member and College and Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback for Navy and the Dallas Cowboys Roger Staubach.

The 14th annual Rosine Smith Sammons Lecture in Media Ethics at SMU will mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy with a special presentation, “How the JFK Assassination Changed North Texas Media.” Legendary Dallas journalist Hugh Aynesworth will introduce and moderate a panel of journalists who covered the historic events of November 1963, including Bob Huffaker, Darwin Payne and S. Griffin Singer. in Caruth Auditorium, 6101 Bishop Blvd. on the SMU campus. The event is free; however, tickets are required and must be reserved in advance by calling the Meadows Ticket Office at 214-768-2787. The ticket office is open 12-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

October 3 Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Ware, known for his philanthropic work with youth-focused groups, will be the featured attendee during the Big Splash! Gala at 6:30 p.m. at the Dallas World Aquarium. Taniqua Smith-Ware, also an active philanthropist, will be the event chair.

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COMMUNITY October 4-5 MCM Grande Hotel and Bank of Desoto will host the Ninth Annual “Living Ribbon” Friday, October 4th, 5pm at the MCM Grande Hotel. Saturday, October 5th at 2:15, we will celebrate the annual Fashion Show & Tea at the City of Desoto, in the Bluebonnet Rooms. Show Stopper tables of 8 are 300.00, Eye Catcher tables of 8 are 250.00, and individual tickets are 30.00. For inquiries or questions, please call Patricia Coleman at (972) 780 7777. Proceeds will benefit Brighter Tomorrows and The American Cancer Society. Vendor space is available for 100.00 Journey of a Lady UNT-Dallas 10:00am - 12:00pm Teen Ladies ages 13 - 19 Non-Journey Members $10 Contact Journey if you need business attire at 214.233.5922 or info@journeyofayounglady.com. Budweiser and the City of Kemah Present Kemah Oktoberfest City Parking Lot -- Harris Ave. between 6th & 7th Streets Kemah, TX 77565 Fri & Sat: Noon - 11PM Sun: Noon - 6PM Admission $8 for adults, children 12 and under free. ******** Dallas Heritage Village invites the community to a weekend of art and activities at “Brush with History: Following Frank Reaugh,” 1515 S. Harwood, Dallas, TX 75215. The event will honor Dallas artist Frank Reaugh (1860-1945), the dean of plein air painting.

October 8 Leadership Southwest Student Leadership Institute -8:30 a.m.-2:30p.m, at Dallas Baptist University.

October 10 Networking BIG at the Dallas Cowboy’s Stadium (now AT&T Stadium) 6pm. only $10 Also, come hear about the launching of the Run’s Women’s Conference 2014 happening in 8 cities-first oneat the Dallas Cowboy’s Stadium You don’t want to miss this one! Get your tickets at www.runconference.org or contact Cassandra Bradford at (800) 718-2425 ext. 704. ****** 2013 C. E. A. S. E. Annual Support-Staff Conference October 10 -12, 2013 at the Embassy Suites in Grapevine, TX. For details, visit: adsupportgroup.com

October 10-13 Red Cat Jazz Preservation Presents The 4th Annual Red Cat Jazz Festival Beach Central Park 2102 Seawall Blvd. Galveston, TX 77550 www.RedCatJazz.com Doors open at 11:00 AM each day $10 in advance/$12 Day of Show Special 3-Day Ticket (Fri-Sun): $25 in Advance/$30 at the Door Advance tickets and more information available online at www.redcatjazz.com Festival Highlights Thur. 10/10: Jazz In Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Fri. 10/11: Jazz Golf Tournament at Moody Gardens Sat. 10/12: 50TH Anniversary celebration with Ronnie Laws Sun. 10/13: Gospel Brunch

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ended with her death in 2012. The first lecture, featuring bestselling author and master of historical fiction Kathleen Kent, at 7 p.m.

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State Representative Eric Johnson's 4th Annual Texas/OU Weekend Campaign Kickoff Fundraiser 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Mattito's 3011 Routh St. Dallas, TX 75201

DBCC Annual Banquet Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet. Speaker - Coach Carter ART OF MARRIAGE AT SEA COUPLES 5-DAY WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE 2014 Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 9:00 AM (CDT) Port of Galveston 2702 Harborside Dr. Pier 27 Galveston, TX

THE BLACK ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS presents ABYSSINIAN: A GOSPEL CELEBRATION Featuring JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA With WYNTON MARSALIS And CHORALE LeCHATEAU Conducted by DAMIEN SNEED

October 19 Matinee 3:00 pm ~ Main Show 7:00 pm It gives me great pleasure to introduce the one – the only – “RITCH MANN” Location: Irving Arts Center, Dupree Theater Advanced: Matinee $15, Main Show $20 Day of Performance: Matinee $20, Main Show $25 Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving. Box Office 972-252–ARTS (2787) or www.irvingartscenter.com

October 12 Debra Peek-Haynes presents Heart 2 Heart “2013” Mega Church Tour Book Launch !!!! “The Beginner’s Guide To Healthy Living” 10-1pm Friendship West Baptist Church Saluting Deborah Whitlock Peoples, Chairwoman Of the Tarrant County Democratic Party The celebration will begin At 5:00 p.m. And end at 8:00 p.m . In Downtown Fort Worth at The Worthington Renaissance Hotel, 200 Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas ******

Sarah Brightman WHERE: Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie As the best-selling soprano of all time, Brightman has sold 30 million records, pioneered “classical crossover,” and become the only artist to sing at two Olympic Opening Ceremonies. “The Best Is Yet To Come” 6:00pm -9:30pm

Garland Goes Camping Grab your tent and sleeping bags for a night under the stars with family and friends. Although you're only minutes from home, you'll feel miles away. Enjoy a night hike, games, s'mores, a campfire, and an outdoor movie. Dinner and breakfast provided! The event runs Saturday, October 19, 3 p.m. to Sunday, October 20, 8 a.m. at Audubon Park. $30 per family of 4 and $5 for each additional person over the age of 2 with a maximum of 8 people per tent. Pre-registration required by October 16. For more information, please contact Audubon Recreation Center, 972-205-3991 or arc@garlandtx.gov. 2013 C.C. Russeau Scholarship Black and Gold Gala @ 7 PM @ the Sheraton Hotel 400 N. Olive Street Dallas, TX. Tickets are $75.00 per person or $750 per table. (This is a Black Tie event) For more info, please email: jabari156@gmail.com

October 14 Dodd Education & Support, Inc. (“DES, Inc.”), the 501c3 nonprofit entity of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. -- Dallas Alumnae Chapter i7th Annual Eddye O’Neal Memorial Delta Golf Tournament at Cedar Crest Golf Course, benefiting scholarship and community service

October 21 AN EVENING WITH STEPHEN PRIDE, BROTHER OF COUNTRY MUSIC GREAT CHARLIE PRIDE @ 7:00PM Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. Irving, TX Contact Box Office 972-252-2787 or visit www.irvingartscenter.com

programs. Cedar Crest Golf Course,1800 Southerland Ave Dallas, TX 75203

October 15 Dallas Heritage Village announces the launch of the Nancy Farina Lecture Series, honoring Farina, a 20-year employee of Dallas Heritage Village. Farina served as vice president for development and capital giving for much of her tenure, which

October 22 TeCo Theatrical Productions will close its 2013 speakers series with an intimate conversation with acclaimed actor, playwright, and Broadway legend Eugene Lee. Now in its second year, the series was designed to support the creative community and educate a larger constituency in appreciating the arts through quarterly events at the Bishop Arts Theatre. !

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October 23 Drs. Renny and Marina McLean host The International Glory Summit (IGS), a powerful, spiritual event that will be held Oct. 23 – 26, 2013, at Trinity Christian Church International in Irving, Texas. The theme is “Encountering the Supernatural.” Featured speakers include the hosts, Drs. Renny and Marina McLean, and special guests, Dr. Sheldon John, Dr. Veronica Cochran, and Dr. Phillip Chang. Intercession will be led by apostolic couple Al and Billie Deck.

Lead & Succeed 2013 Rudy Giuliani, Steve Forbes, Rick Belluzzo, Les Brown, Captain Mark Kelly, Keith Craft, Kendra Todd, Larry King, Tony Romo, Tom Hopkins Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

October 25 Methodist Charlton Medical Center and the Cedar Hill Chamber of Commerce are partnering to hold a golf tournament that will benefit both the Methodist Charlton Heart and Vascular Institute and Cedar Hill Chamber programs. The 2013 CardioShack Open will be 11 a.m. and lunch at 11:30. A shotgun start at 1 p.m. will be followed by the 19th Hole Reception and Silent Auction at 6 p.m. A variety of sponsorship packages are available, ranging from $150 to $7,500. Fees are $150 for an individual golfer and $600 for a team of four The Golf Club of Dallas is located at 2200 W. Red Bird Lane, Dallas, TX 75232. For more information, contact the Cedar Hill Chamber office at 972-291-7817. DFW/FAMU Rattler Roundup Caribbean Grill 3068 Forest Lane Dallas TX, 75234 Time: 5:00pm 9:00 pm Donations: $5.00

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HCDFW has been selected as the chapter to host the NAHJ regional conference. It will be held on December 6-7 at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas.

November 9-14 Beauty Industry Champions Cruise & Educational Summit 2013! Cruise dates are November 9-14, 2013

November 14 The North Texas American Diabetes Association Sixth annual World Diabetes Day Luncheon to be held, at Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie, 1000 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie, Texas.

December 23 KENNY G will be performing at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in the Dallas Arts District at 8 p.m. on Monday, December 23.

Oct 26 The Carter High School Basketball Booster Club is hosting its 1st Annual Carter Legends Alumni Basketball Tournament , October 26-27, at Carter HS Gym The Carter HS Alumni Basketball Tournament is annual gathering of past basketball players from Carter. Garland Neighborhood Summit: Loving Your City 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Hyatt Place-Garland 5101 N. President George Bush Turnpike Theme: Rethink Community

4th annual Healthy Harvest Fun Walk /5K Run & Diabetes Expo Juanita Craft Recreation Center

Garland’s 2013 Neighborhood Summit will give those who live and work in Garland a chance to share their ideas about what makes the city loveable

Paul Quinn College Homecoming Activities Dr. Weldon J. Walton Awards Banquet (Thursday, November 14 @ 7p.m.) PQC honoring the one and only Dr. Weldon J. Walton Homecoming Convocation, November 15 @ 11:00 a.m. (PQC) Jessie Barbee Alumni Luncheon, November 15 @12:30 p.m. (PQC) Paul Quinn College National Alumni Meeting, November 15 @ 2:00 p.m. (PQC) Happy Hour @ the Omni Hotel (Downtown), November 15 @ 5:00 p.m. Life Member Reception @ the Omni Hotel (Downtown), November 15 @ 7:00 p.m. Paul Quinn College vs. Jarvis Christian College & Tailgating (PQC) November 16 - All Day Alumni Old School Mixer (Coaches Corner) November 16 @ 9:00 p.m.

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Hypertension compress the blood into a smaller volume,which then raises the pressure. It is a degenerative disease caused by incorrect living habits,eating and attitude towards living. This disease can be reversed only if we take control of our lives and change our eating and living habits.

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Hypertension is a disease that involves the heart and the arteries that carry fresh blood to every part of the body. It's a major killer that causes stroke, heart disease, kidney disease and other problems.

Exercise more,watch our weight,avoid alcohol, tobacco and drugs of all kinds.The Body can heal itself. It takes dedication and commitment in order to succeed. Natural Therapy-Blood purification, Lower Bowel Therapy and Nervine Therapy will help blood pressure.

Hypertension occurs when cholesterol plaques and deposits in the walls of the arterioles harden and constrict these blood vessels, compressing the blood into a smaller volume and thereby raising its pressure.

Consuming Celery, Parsley and Cucumber juices alone with high fiber foods,Garlic and Ganoderma herbal supplements will help reduce high blood pressure and avoid cardiovascular disease. Drinking at least 64oz of pure water and Ganolife Ganoderma 365 Gourmet Coffee will help poor circulation.

Hypertension is also manifested neurologically when emotional stress triggers the response to "fight or flight" response. This causes the muscles to squeeze these tiny blood vessels; they

You can reverse your health by having a one on one consultation and body analysis with Herb Specialist Denice Ford-Gibson visit www.fordhealthshop.com and/or call: 817-293-7777

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“I am deeply impressed with the progress that President Barack Obama has made during the first 100 days of his administration. Already we are seeing evidence of the administration’s plan to dig our country out of recession and develop long-term, sustainable prosperity. President Obama has made two trips abroad, proving to us and to the world that he intends to repair our frayed alliances and restore our international leadership. Finally, the Obama administration’s code of ethics has brought much-needed transparency and accountability to the White House. President Obama is delivering on the change that he promised.�

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