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Who’s taking notes?

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Amanda’s Highlights

By Amanda Fitzpatrick @watchamandatv

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Message to the People...

What’s going on at City Hall

A Grand street named after a grand man Malcolm X 8

Reggie D 14

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I had so much going on the other day it was great to know that Thomas Muhammad was on the scene at Dallas City Hall where the Dallas City Council members, led by Councilwoman Carolyn Davis, voted on a name change for the legendary African American councilman Al Lipscomb.

After a spirited discussion, the Dallas City Council voted to rename part of Grand Avenue, between Cockrell Avenue and Robert B. Cullum Boulevard. We’re looking at the stretch of the street that begins at the Trinity River and so appropriate ends at the entrance to Fair Park in Sunny South Dallas.

Rev. Zan Holmes, Pastor Emeritus of St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church; activist John Fullinwider and former Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Diane Ragsdale were just a few of those joining Mr. Lipscomb’s widow, Lovie, and family members, for the historic vote.

Some people called Mr. Lipscomb an agitator. Well, we could use some more agitators and we’re going to see what happens around the horseshoe at Dallas City Council because more and more folks are stepping up and jumping in the race to take one of the six seats that are opening up due to term limits.

Just this week, in his announcement, Rev. Gerald Britt says his experience and work across the city prepared him to seek the District 3 Seat and dianne gibson announced her candidacy, along with some high profile supporters, for District 8.

When the final vote is cast, I hope that strong leadership will prevail with candidates who are conscientious, visionary and like Al Lipscomb, unafraid to speak out and stand up.

I am going to have so much fun every time I ride that 1.6 mile stretch! I had so much love and respect for Mr. Lipscomb and I appreciated his efforts, fighting the good fight, coming down on the right side of history.

Mr. Lipscomb was concerned about the future of the City of Dallas and in coming weeks, leading up to the May election, we’ll be looking at the candidates who want Dallas Citizens to vote for them.

Now we need some new historymakers!

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Mrs. Lovie Lipscomb and Thomas Muhammad

Rev. Zan Holmes, Jr. And Councilwoman Carolyn Davis

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dianne gibson says she received a call of support from the Rev. Jesse Jackson.

Rev. Gerald Britt, with Pastor Bryan Carter, says strong leadership will be needed to keep moving Dallas forward and together.

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Countdown to the official commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday, The Selma-to-Montgomery March, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Bridge Crossing Jubilee Schedule Five-day schedule focuses on key period in American history Legends of the Alabama Voting Rights Movement, Diane Nash and Dr. C.T. Vivian, and Amelia Boynton Robinson, mother of the movement, all characters in the movie Selma and hundreds of movement foot soldiers are a few of the key figures in the Movement who will be gathering, along with President Barack Obama, in Selma, AL in March.

Flame Awards Gala, the Martin Luther and Coretta Scott King Unity Breakfast, and the sacred Bloody Sunday march reenactment over the Edmund Pettus Bridge. There will also be a play, The Life of Jimmie Lee Jackson.

It was the death of Jackson that prompted the call for a march from Selma to Montgomery on March 7, 1965. A reported 600 peaceful marchers met with brutal force from state and local law enforcement who used billy clubs and tear gas to stop the peaceful demonstrators at the Edmund Pettus Bridge. With the help of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the helm, the pressure increased on elected officials to provide voting rights for all citizens.

Just as was the case 50 years ago, all eyes will be on Selma, March 5-9, 2015 for the commemoration of one of the most volatile times in American history. “Bloody Sunday” many will never forget because it gave traction to the civil rights movement and ultimately resulted in the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

There were many violent, unconscionable acts committed across the state of Alabama, resulting in a spotlight shining on the injustices suffered by African Americans and those fighting for equality. Fifty years later, Danny Glover, Kirk Franklin, Ruben Studdard, Lady Tramaine Hawkins, The Blind Boys of Alabama and Richard Smallwood have already confirmed their attendance.

Activist Dick Gregory marched in Selma and he says he will be returning for the commemoration. “I am here because of the civil rights movement,” he said, adding that everyone should go and see the movie Selma. “You need to go see the movie and see how we were victorious. We won and with no guns!”

The four days of programming will feature and pay tribute to the Selma and Alabama Black Belt students who served as vanguard for the initial

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voting rights protests, the Dallas County Voters League and the Courageous 8, SNCC, SCLC, black churches across the Alabama Black Belt, national churches and religious organizations, civil rights and labor organizations, and stars of the Voting Rights Movement. Included in the programming is a parade, a pageant and step show, music festival, civil and human rights workshops, a children’s village and story-telling and a golf tournament. Signature events include the Fruits of Labor Awards Luncheon, Freedom

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Among the many dignitaries, elected officials and activists, thousands of media and event attendees will converge on Selma for a host of activities and programming designed to pay homage to the struggle for voting rights and to salute the valiant men and women who stood up in the face of terror. Key sponsors are Regions Bank, Delta Airlines, AT&T, Alabama Education Association, Denny’s, National Voting Rights Museum and Institute, Southern Company, Protective, Alabama Association of RC&D Councils, SCLC, Wallace Community College Selma, iHeartMEDIA Montgomery and Chestnut, Sanders, Sanders, Pettaway & Campbell, LLC, Law Firm.

To find out more about the commemoration, view event schedule, secure press credentials for working media, or purchase tickets, log on to www.selma50.com.

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Remembering an Angel on earth

Sharonda Haynes Brown Wake: Friday February 20, 2015 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm New Millennium Bible Fellowship 9026 Elam Road, Dallas TX 75217 -----------------------*Funeral Sat. February 21, 2015 @ 11a First Baptist Church of Hamilton Park 300 Phillips St., Richardson TX 75081

King among featured speakers at UT Arlington conference on race and social justice

The Center for African American Studies at The University of Texas at Arlington presents its third annual conference, “Critical Issues in the Black Community: Race and Social Justice,” Feb. 20-21 at the E. H. Hereford University Center, 300 W. First St. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

The two-day conference will examine progressive solutions to social problems and identify strategies that will drive social change within the Black community and the broader society. The gathering will provide students, scholars, community leaders and others with opportunities to examine their development and role in the community.

Several noted speakers will be featured, including Rev. Bernice King, daughter of the late civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. She will deliver the message, “A Concerned Generation: Social Justice Strategies to Charge the Revolution” at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 in the Rosebud Theatre of the E. H. Hereford University Center.

The conference also includes a screening of the film, “Evolution of a Criminal,” with director Darius Clark Monroe. The Saturday screening begins at 12 p.m. in the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the E. H. Hereford University Center.

View campus map at www.uta.edu/maps/.

To register, find out more information about the other distinguished speakers and research to be presented, visit www.uta.edu/caas or call 817-272-9642.

The University of Texas at Arlington is a comprehensive research institution of almost 48,000 students around the world and the second largest institution in The University of Texas System. The Chronicle of Higher Education ranked UT Arlington as the seventh fastest-growing public research university in 2013. U.S. News & World Report ranks UT Arlington fifth in the nation for undergraduate diversity. Visit www.uta.edu to learn more, and find UT Arlington rankings and recognition at www.uta.edu/uta/ about/rankings.php.

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JOHNSON: A political look at Texas Black History

By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the Harvard trained historian who brilliantly birthed the idea that led to the celebration of Black History month, believed that all people regardless of their race, color or national origin should study and embrace the history of Black people in the United States. His belief led him to establish “Negro History Week” in 1926. e history of Black elected officials in Texas, for instance, is an example of the wisdom of Dr. Woodson’s thinking.

While representing primarily minority

constituencies, many of the Black men and women who have served as elected officials in Texas have passed laws and established policies that have benefited people of all colors. ough it is not possible to shine a light on all of them because of space limitations, I would like to highlight the contribution of a few.

Representative Joseph Lockridge, elected in 1966, became the first African American to represent Dallas in the Texas Legislature since Reconstruction.

Aer his death in a plane crash in 1968, he was succeeded by the legendary pastor/orator Reverend Zan Holmes. Dr. Emmett Conrad, a dentist, was the first African American elected to the Dallas Independent School Board in 1967. Ron Kirk, a lawyer, became the first AfricanAmerican elected Mayor of Dallas in 1995.

In 1966 Barbara Jordan became the first African American female elected to the Texas State Senate where her knowledge of the law, and her eloquence set new political standards for elected officials throughout the state.

Six years later she was elected to the United States Congress where as a memb er of t he Hous e Judiciar y Committee during the Watergate Hearings she articulated principles of

American Democracy in a manner that captivated a national television audience.

Many cre dit C ong resswoman Jordan, the first African American woman to deliver a keynote address at the Democratic Party’s national political convention, with having helped to prevent President Richard M. Nixon f r o m c i r c u m v e n t i n g t h e U. S .

Constitution and destroying the credibility of our nation.

One of the pivotal organizations in Texas state politics has been the Texas Legislative Black Caucus. It was born in 1972 when the largest number of African American legislators in history was elected to the Texas Legislature. e group’s founding members included Houston Representatives Anthony Hall, Mickey Leland, Senfronia ompson and Craig Washington. ose elected from the Dallas area were Sam Hudson III, Paul Ragsdale and myself. e group’s first chairman was G.J. Sutton from San Antonio.

As a body, we identified our priorities. We decided that we would work closely with the state NAACP, and that our agenda would include fighting for increased funding for historically disadvantage colleges. We agreed that we would take a very hard look at the state’s

penal system, and that we would address numerous problems that affected African Americans, Hispanics and poor whites wherever they were found in Texas. We supported and passed legislation that reflected our concerns.

Some of the individuals from that group have made notable contributions to our state, and to the world.

Representative Mickey Leland, who later became a member of Congress, was a global leader in the effort to eradicate hunger and malnutrition. In fact, he was killed in an airplane crash while on a hunger mission to Ethiopia in 1989.

His seat in Congress was taken by our colleague Craig Washington, who was known for his knowledge of the U.S. Constitution. Representative Senfronia ompson remains in the Texas Legislature. She is one of the most influential legislators in the state of Texas.  e s e a n d m a ny o t h e r s t o o numerous to mention in this editorial have made substantial contributions to our state. ey have made Black history, and their service has enriched the lives of all Texans.

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.

May Godmethods bless and keep you always… the with the objectives.

"Our people have made the mistake of confusing As long as we agree on objectives, we should never fall out with each other just because we believe in different methods, or tactics, or strategy. We have to keep in Speaking mind at all times that weSpiritually are not fighting for separation. We are fighting for recognition as free humans inbythis Jamessociety."

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HALL: Who’s taking notes?

One of the reasons AfricanAmericans are enamored and enthralled with everyone else's fame, while we shortchange our own is because we rarely hear our stories as told by us.

What we get is snippets of history as unveiled to us by the larger culture.

Did you remember that Malcolm X was assassinated 50 years ago this year? If you're African-American and it means nothing it’s probably because your outlook on history has been filtered to you by people who don’t look like you.

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By Vincent Hall Vincent Hall is an award-winning columnist and author.

As he prepared to speak, s u d d e n l y, a s e e m i n g l y causeless commotion gave way to a cadre of killers. Malcolm’s impending death was no secret

Dallas Pastor, Dr. Freddie Haynes recently quoted an African Proverb that was used heavily by Nigerian novelist, Chinua Achebe. “Until the Lions have their own historians, the history of the Hunt will always glorify the hunter."

Who’s taking notes for you?

Seriously; the only thing most of us know about Malcolm X, his life and his death, other than Spike Lee’s movie, comes from people who probably caused his demise.

FBI Chief J. Edgar Hoover hunted and recorded Malcolm and Martin. Hoover considered both to be charlatans and Communists of the first order.

Mama says beware of men living with secrets because they are always in search of yours.

On Sunday, February 21, 1965, just two Sundays before “Bloody Sunday” in Selma, Malcolm X arrived at the Audubon Room in New York.

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ignorance, significant segments of the media, government, church, and educational and civil rights establishments labeled Malcolm and his followers as a black Ku Klux Klan of racial extremism.”

to J. Edgar Hoover.

This assassination was uniquely carried out in the presence of the victim’s minor children…four little girls and mom carrying a set of twins.

The slaughter has roundly and historically been rumored as the final call of a rift between Malcolm and the Nation of Islam. But like Tupac who died in broad daylight, mysteries s t i l l a b o u n d . Wa s i t orchestrated by a federal conspiracy or his former comrades?

We will never celebrate Malcolm, and that’s fine if it’s of our own choosing. The sad

commentary is that if White America deified Malcolm like Patrick Henry, for essentially saying the same thing; “Give me liberty or give me death,” this 50th anniversary would have n e w meaning.

But they own our history.

The writer and public intellectual James Cone infers as much in his book; “Martin and Malcolm and America, a Dream or Nightmare?”

Chapter two introducing Martin is titled the “Making of a Dreamer.” The next chapter the “Making of a "Bad Nigger" of course, speaks of the national depiction of Malcolm.

"As Martin is in danger of being romanticized as a saint, Malcolm is portrayed as a “Messiah of hate” and a “violence-preaching black Muslim racial agitator.”

No black person's philosophy has been more maligned than Malcolm X's.

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Cone attempted to further buttress his thesis. "The Washington Post described him as the ‘spokesman of bitter racism.’”

Newsweek called him an “ E x t r a v a g a n t t a l k e r, a demagogue who titillated slum Negroes and frightened Whites with his blazing racist attacks on the white devil.”

Time Magazine says that he was “an unashamed demagogue whose gospel was hatred, and who in life and death was a disaster to the civil rights movement.”

The New York Herald Tribune said “the cause of the Negro equality efforts lost nothing valuable by Malcolm X’s passing.”

Cone went on to reflect that media outlets from London to Berlin followed the pattern set in the American press.

But some of us like hearing Ossie Davis… an historian who actually followed the lion and the way he entered and exited... Malcolm’s eulogy.

“Here—at this final hour, in this quiet place—Harlem has come to bid farewell to one of its brightest hopes— extinguished now, and gone from us forever.

And we will know him then for what he was and is—a prince—our own black shining prince!—who didn’t hesitate to die, because he loved us so.

We need more historians!!

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Reducing HIV among African American communities The Affordable Care Act: Closing the Gap When It Comes to Health Care Feb 10, 2015 By: Sylvia Mathews Burwell, HHS Secretary B l a c k H i s t o r y Mo n t h i s a n important time to reflect on the legacy of the African American leaders, thinkers, creators and philosophers who have made this country what it is today. From Harriet Tubman to President Obama, our black heritage is a story of courage, persistence, and indomitable strength.

Yet, despite the incredible progress that the African American community ha s made toward equality, these accomplishments must also remind us of how far we have to go.

Disparities still linger, and that’s especially true when it comes to health care: · African Americans have the lowest life expectancy of any other race in this country. · They are twice as l i ke l y t o b e d i a g n o s e d w i t h

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diabetes and 40 percent more likely to have high blood pressure. · African American women are 40 percent more likely to die from breast cancer – even though they are 10 percent less likely to be diagnosed with it. · And the statistic that impacts all of that: AfricanAmericans are more likely to be uninsured than white Americans.

These health inequalities impact

now have access to expanded preventive services with no costsharing. That includes screenings f o r c a n c e r, p a p s m e a r s a n d mammograms, well-child visits, and flu shots.

As of June 2014, 1.7 million African Americans (ages 18-64) gained private or public health insurance coverage during the initial open enrollment period. That’s a 6.8 percenta ge point drop in the

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our nation’s potential – from access to education to the stability of families and communities.

But we now have a chance to close these gaps.

Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, 7.8 million African Americans with private insurance from both inside and outside the Marketplace

uninsured rate over that time.

These changes are helping people all over this country get the care they need. These changes mean a doctor can find a cancerous lump with enough time to intervene.

They mean a mom will learn how to manage her diabetes before it threatens her life. They mean that a dad will be able to afford the

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prescription that keeps his blood pressure in check. And they are helping families sleep a little easier at night, knowing a sickness or an accident won’t wipe out their life savings.

If you or someone you know needs health insurance, now is the time to act! The Open Enrollment deadline is February 15, and there is less than a week left to sign up.

HealthCare.gov—or the 24/7 call center at 1-800-318-2596—has more choices this year and that means more competition. We’ve w o r ke d h a r d t o m a ke t h e consumer experience simpler, faster, and more intuitive. And financial help is available…in fact the majority of people —87% to be exact – who selected 2015 plans t h r o u g h He a l t h Ca r e . g o v g o t financial assistance to help lower the cost of their premiums.

During this Open Enrollment, we have the opportunity to help our friends and neighbors get the coverage and care they need. Help us spread the word about affordable, quality coverage at HealthCare.gov.

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Tips for Choosing a Tax Preparer

Always check credentials.

New regulations require all paid tax return preparers to have a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). In addition to making sure they have a PTIN, confirm that the preparer is affiliated with a professional organization and attends continuing education classes.

Experience goes a long way – but it isn’t everything.

Beyond credentials, you should also look at the experience of each preparer. Those who’ve been in the profession for longer will be able to better anticipate problems and respond quicker to IRS challenges.

That being said, you shouldn’t discount younger, credentialed tax pros either. They may not have as many returns under their belt, but they’re equally as qualified and more likely to embrace digital tools and technologies.

CPA or EA? Selecting the right one for you.

Most tax filers choose between a certified public accountant (CPA) and an enrolled agent (EA) to prepare their taxes. But what’s the difference between the two?

Enrolled Agent (EA): An EA is authorized by the U.S. Department of Treasury to represent taxpayers for audits, collections and appeals. EAs tend to focus on preparing taxes, and many specialize in tax resolution. The EA credential is given at the federal level, unlike CPAs, which are authorized at the state level, making EAs the preferred option for those who need to file in multiple states.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA): A CPA performs tax, accounting and financial services for businesses. Not all specialize in taxation, and some specialize in more than one service. CPAs are particularly useful for small business owners who need general accounting help beyond tax season, or for those who want someone with the ability to attest an audit.

Be wary of service fees.

The IRS recommends avoiding preparers who base their fee on a percentage of your refund, or those who promise you a larger refund than other preparers. Verify that any refund you receive is sent to you or deposited directly to an account under your name; nothing should be deposited directly to the tax preparer.

Prioritize preparers who use digital tools and technologies: Any paid preparer who prepares and files more than 10 returns for clients must file the returns electronically, unless the client opts to file a paper return. And with new digital tools, professionals should offer more than just e-file. Look for preparers who allow you to e-sign relevant documents, provide requisite documentation using a secure online portal and communicate with them from desktop and mobile devices. This saves both parties valuable time, keeps your data more secure and helps you feel better connected throughout the entire process.

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Look for tax preparers who are available year-round.

Make sure that your preparer will be available during the nine months of the year that aren’t tax season. In the case that you have lingering concerns after April 15 or want to get advice on whether or not your tax situation has changed during the year, you’ll want to have immediate access to a tax professional who can help answer questions and assist you as necessary.

Search for preparers and file online.

For the millions of tax filers who prefer the expertise of a credentialed tax professional but want to avoid the hassle of national tax stores, there’s TurboTax Personal Pro, a new online tax preparation service that connects filers with CPAs and EAs across the country. From sharing documents and completing returns to claiming your refund and getting year-round tax advice, TurboTax Personal Pro gives you the confidence of having a credentialed professional file your taxes for you while also allowing you to manage the entire process online from the comfort of your home. And because TurboTax Personal Pro helps match you with a CPA or EA that’s perfect for your individual tax situation, you can avoid the headache of selecting a professional and get back to doing the things you love.

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Cricket wireless celebrates Black History Month and salutes #CommunityStars

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ATLANTA, - In celebration of Black History Month, Cricket Wireless encourages its employees, customers, fans and followers to engage on social media via Twitter to highlight the positive contributions of local community stars. Using #CommunityStars, these posts can highlight personal efforts or salute others for community support, volunteering efforts, mentoring outreach, and progress in the work setting that inspires others.

The #CommunityStars conversation will be amplified during in-store events scheduled in select locations in Philadelphia, Chicago and Los Angeles.

Featuring winners of the Cricket Community Stars: Salute to Solopreneurs contest, these rap sessions are free and open to the public. Additionally, Cricket will join Black History Month celebrations in Atlanta, New York and Miramar, Florida.

“Cricket is proud to join the nation in recognizing African Americans – including our family of employees and customers – who consistently reach back to help local communities move ahead,” said Jermaine Spight, spokesperson, Cricket Wireless. “We look forward to encouraging an engaging social media dialogue which celebrates these often unsung community stars.”

Throughout the year and across the nation, Cricket partners with numerous community organizations – including local chapters of the Urban League, North and South Metro chapters of 100 Black Men of America (Atlanta), and AMAN, Inc. (Los Angeles) – to support college-bound youth. Additionally, through the Cricket Community Stars contest (launched in 2014), the brand recognized small business owners for their dedication to local communities.

For more information or to join the #CommunityStars conversation, visit Cricket on Twitter.

To check out the new Cricket or find a store near you, visit www.cricketwireless.com and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/ cricketnation and Twitter at twitter.com/cricketnation. For news, information about events and other press materials about Cricket, visit the new Cricket Wireless Newsroom.

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23rd Annual Trumpet Awards gives accolades to remarkable honorees for Contributions to the Advancement of African American Achievements Atlanta, GA The Trumpet Awards Foundation recently closed out the 23rd Annual Trumpet Awards where an international cast of who’s who in the areas of religion, politics, public service, law, entrepreneurialism, and entertainment turned out to witness the Awards Show and the celebration of African American achievers.

The festivities took place at the Cobb Energy

Performing Arts Centre on Saturday, January 24, 2015.

The new RED CARPET reached out to welcome celebrities, VIP guests, honorees, 200 plus media sources, and participants who and were seen walking the Carpet before the festivities got started. Congressman/ Ambassador Andrew Young, Dr. Barbara King, Power Series Actress Naturi Naughton, HWOA Cynthia Bailey, Preachers of LA stars Bishop and Mrs. Ron Gibson, American Idol Ruben Studdard, Comedian Jonathan Slocumb, and many more.

The 23rd Annual Trumpet Awards was hosted by Laila Ali, four-time Boxing World Champion, awardwinning TV host, fitness & wellness expert, beauty brand ambassador, and author; and Dolvett Quince, known for his successes with NBC’s “The Biggest Loser;” he is a celebrity trainer, a best-selling author, and a popular television personality.

Xernona Clayton, Chair, President, and CEO of the Trumpet Awards Foundation, and Creator and Executive Producer of the Trumpet Awards, and an international celebrity in her own right, presented the “Trumpet Award” to honorees that included

Lou Brock, Baseball Legend; Arnold W. Donald, CEO & President of Carnival Corporation & PLC; Jamie Foxx, Award-Winning Actor; Tommy Hilfiger, Principal Designer, Tommy Hilfiger; Guy Vickers, President of PVH Foundation and Senior Vice President, Global Community Relations, The Isley Brothers, Recording Artists; Janelle Monáe, Singer/ Songwriter/Producer/Model; Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, President/Dean of Morehouse School of Medicine; and Franklyn R. Wilson, CMG, Chairman of Sunshine Holding, Ltd, Bahamas.

Ms. Clayton says that “her favorite moment at the Trumpet Awards is when the curtains open and the trumpet plays because this is the time when more information comes to light telling the world about the many accomplishments of some of the most remarkable African Americans whom I know.”

Presenters who handed out the coveted Trumpet Award included Quvenzhané Wallis, Roland Martin, Dr. Rachel Ross, Lou Gossett, Jr, Cathy Hughes, Ted Lange, Harry E. Johnson, Sr., Egypt Sherrod, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.

Performers who provided the entertainment included award-winning recording artists Avery Sunshine, Dorinda Clark-Cole, the St. Augustine School Choir, Leela James, Johnny Gill, soul/ funk music sounds of The Bar-Kays, Con-FunkShun, Brick, and the Dazz Band, recording artists from the 70’s and more.

Left to Right: Ronald Isley - Recording Artist/Songwriter, Jamie Fox – Award winning Actor/Musical Artist/ Comedian, Lou Brock – Baseball Legend, Franklyn R. Wilson – Chairman, Sunshine Holdings, Ltd., Bahamas, Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice - President and Dean of Morehouse School of Medicine,

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Radio Personality takes 1,300 Mile Walk Against Racism and Fulfills Promise to His Mother

DALLAS and WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., / PRNewswire/ -- A journey of 1,300 miles begins with a single step and Reggie Dee, Dallas native, community advocate and South Florida radio personality is beginning his journey from Dallas, Texas to West Palm Beach, Florida to raise awareness about the effects of racism!

The inspiration came to Reggie Dee, after a conversation with his dying mother in 2009, who had a soft tissue sarcoma.

He shared with his mother that he wanted to coordinate a walk to raise awareness about cancer – she encouraged him to walk for something else. "Before she passed, Reggie said, "our last conversation was about my desire to organize a walk against cancer." She said, 'No, do something different. Is there anything else you want to change?' I said racism." It was at

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that moment, that the idea for "Walk with Me Against Racism" was born.

On February 1, 2015 Reggie's dream and the dream of his mother was realized. He began his 1,300 mile journey in his hometown of Dallas, Texas at the Friendship West Baptist Church and will make his final destination of West Palm Beach, Florida on Saturday, February 28th. His walk will take him through five states including: Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida.

and Louisiana conquering 440 miles. As of today he has crossed the Mississippi border.

Thousands of supporters are tracking his progress, countless enthusiasts have approached Reggie along his route to provide donations, well-wishes, cheers, and to even walk some miles with him. With every step that he takes, he is shedding light on an issue that continues to plague many Americans – racism, inspiring those he meets, and making friends along the way.

The timing of the event is no coincidence, Reggie will be making his 1,300 mile journey and raising awareness about racism throughout Black History Month.

For more information about Reggie Dee, his travel route or "Walk with Me Against Racism" please visit www.walkwithmeagainstracism.com, email walkwithfoundation@gmail.com or find Reggie Dee on Facebook and Twitter.

Since taking that first step on February 1st, Reggie has already made his way through Texas

"Let's Leave a Footprint for What We Stand For" – Reggie Dee is doing just that! www.walkwithmeagainstracism.com

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WASHINGTON: Faith is still a verb!

A minister recently reminded me of something I pray will also benefit you in understanding your walk in faith. The pastor reminded those, who would claim Christ as their own, that being a Christian is part of an evolutionary process. Make no mistake about it. There will be problems along the way. But remember the process has purpose.

Lest we forget, there is power resulting from committing oneself to the process of being faithful. There is purpose behind our struggle of faith.

God is still in control and at every stage of our lives, the test or the temptation is there to give us a chance to confirm and clarify our status with the Almighty.

You’re kind of on His team or not. You’re either practicing for the game, in the game, or wasting your time and that of your so-called teammates. Think about it. What do you consider your duty in this life? Why are you here?

What’s the point of existence? To a man or woman of God, these are not hard questions. Life is a manifestation of knowledge that allows you to know God. Our purpose is to recognize who we are in relation to God and then act accordingly. Now God does give us

Spiritual Speaking By James Washington assistance in the process. “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you and you will be my witness in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8. If this be the case, then it bears the question, ‘where are we in this process?’ The one place we must be however is in it. In-the-process means just that, in it. That means some part of our consciousness, some part of who we are, actively (not passively), participates in the work of the Lord.

Most of you who read this column know I believe faith is a verb and in order to participate in any process, you must do something. In this case you must do something in the name of God, period. It must be conscious. It must be deliberate. It must be inclusive of some

understanding that Jesus would approve. Maybe you remember something about the learning process in your youth. To be successful, study was required. Learning, real learning, did not happen by osmosis.

It had identifiable results and measurable consequences. In school you had to pass a test. In life you grow in faith and thereby in knowledge of the truth i.e. God is the reason. Isn’t it amazing that the more you know about the Lord, the more there is to know? Isn’t it wonderful to begin the process of service in His name? The more you serve, the more you want to serve. How you serve is a byproduct of the gifts already given you by Him. I think in church they say, “Come on somebody.”

The point of all this is that regardless of where you are in the process, you

can’t go wrong because, hello, you’re in the process. As the minister pointed out, there will be problems that arise along the way. These problems are understood and handled when you remember your purpose for participating in the first place.

Can you feel the power I was talking about earlier? When you are fully engaged in the process of being a Christian, there is power to be had and shared when you realize you’re having success. And success has already been defined as understanding the war is already won. Christ did that. These battles are mere formalities. God is giving us more knowledge as we learn how to use His tools and understand how they help us study. This is a class in spiritual understanding and the bible is a terrific textbook. Find yourself a quiet place to study. Prepare for your tests and graduate with testimony.

Just remember in these classes failure is possible, but dropping out is not an option.

May God bless and keep you always.

James

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NAACP Statement on the Indictment of NYPD Officer Peter Liang BALTIMORE, Md. -- A Brooklyn grand jury has indicted NYPD officer Peter Liang, who allegedly fired his gun by accident, killing an unarmed man in the darkened stairwell of an East New York housing project last year. In light of this development, the NAACP has released the following statement.

From Cornell William Brooks, NAACP President and CEO: “While the NAACP cannot celebrate any indictment, we commend the grand jury's careful deliberation and determination in holding officer Liang accountable for the death of Akai Gurley. Our fight doesn’t end with an indictment. The NAACP will continue our work both locally and nationally to secure justice for Mr. Gurley.”

From Hazel Dukes, New York State Conference President and National Board Member: “The grand jury’s decision to indict officer Peter Liang is emblematic of the type of action we need to see in cases where unarmed, law-abiding citizens are gunned down for no reason. Officer Liang is now subject to the same due process afforded to anyone involved in the accidental death of another. The New York State Conference will be monitoring this case closely to ensure that justice is served.”

From L. Joy Williams, Brooklyn NAACP Branch President: “The Brooklyn NAACP commends District Attorney Kenneth Thompson and his office for charging the officer responsible for the shooting of unarmed Akai Gurley, and we applaud the grand jury on their decision to indict. Brooklyn deserves police officers who are committed to serving and protecting all members of the community. This incident of police violence and so many others demonstrate that police reform is sorely needed. We are clear that while this indictment is a victory, it is also a first step in what will likely be a long judicial process and we are hopeful that true justice will

ultimately prevail. Our hearts and thoughts continue to be with the Gurley family.

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CURRY: Is Obama Trying to Kill Black Colleges? (Part II) THE WHOLE TRUTH

By George E. Curry 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.

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Few things irk me more than hearing someone say or imply that now that we have a Black president, perhaps the time has come to abolish Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). I have zero tolerance for such ignorance.

HBCUs are being held to a different standard than other universities that target certain communities. Because Jews and Catholics were refused admission or subjected to quotas at major universities, they established their own institutions. That’s why we have the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., the College of the Holly Cross in Worcester, Mass. and the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. for Catholics.

Brandeis University in Waltham, Mass. says on its website that it was “founded in 1948 by members of the American Jewish community.” Like HBCUS, these schools did not restrict enrollment to Catholics or Jews.

HBCUs have always welcomed White students and faculty members on campus.

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The belief that we should pay our respect, have a proper funeral and send our Black colleges off to a graveyard for relics simply because Barack Obama is president is preposterous. In 1960, John F. Kennedy was elected president amid questions of whether America was ready to elect its first Catholic president.

JFK won but no one declared that it ushered in an era of postreligious bigotry. No one said, “Now that we have elected a Catholic as president, Notre Dame and Holly Cross have outlived their usefulness.” If universities established because of religious bigotry have not outlived their usefulness, why should HBCUs be put out to pasture?

There are 106 accredited HBCUs, 47 of them public.

According the White House Initiative on HBCUs, Black colleges award more than 35,000 degrees each year. In Mississippi, HBCUs handed out 37 percent of the degrees awarded to African Americans in the state, followed

by Louisiana (36 percent), North Carolina (34 percent), Arkansas (31 percent), Maryland (25 percent) Alabama and South Carolina (23 percent each), Tennessee (19 percent), Georgia (18 percent), Texas (13 percent) and Florida (9 percent).

As Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said in a speech last September, “Too many Americans are unfamiliar with the staggering accomplishments of HBCUs. Most of America’s civil rights giants were educated at HBCUs – Dr. King, W.E.B. DuBois, Rosa Parks, Booker T. Washington, and Thurgood Marshall.

“In our time, Jesse Jackson, Andy Young, Barbara Jordan, Congressman John Lewis, Marian Wright Edelman, and Doug Wilder all earned their degrees at HBCUs. Legendary artists and authors came out of HBCUs – Ralph Ellison, Alice Walker, Zora Neale Hurston, Langston Hughes, and Toni Morrison.

“Yet what is most impressive about the HBCU record is not just your famous alumni. It is that HBCUs, working with meager resources, almost singlehandedly created an AfricanAmerican professional class in the face of decades of Jim Crow discrimination.”

Duncan continued, “Even, more than a half-century after the demise of Jim Crow laws, HBCUs continue to have an outsized impact in educating Black professionals. We have over 7,000 institutions of higher education across the country, 106 of which are HBCUs. But in 2010, HBCUs still awarded a sixth of all bachelor degrees and professional degrees earned by African Americans in the U.S.” At a time, when its projected that we won’t have enough college graduates to meet our future needs, it would be foolhardy to diminish a pool of institutions that have proven their value over the years.

While the Obama administration is saying the right things, HBCUs are approaching death by a thousand cuts.

take longer to complete their undergraduate education.

Without consulting HBCUs, the Obama administration made changes in the Parent PLUS loans three years ago that made it more difficult for parents with less than stellar credit to obtain a loan. By some estimates, that change, which has since been modified, caused up to 20 percent drop in enrollment at HBCUs. And now the proposal for the federal government to pay for the first two years of community college, a move that is certain to harm HBCUs. It would have been better to offer to pick up the tab for the first two years at any public university.

Some Black college presidents are reluctant to criticize the proposal publicly for fear of falling in disfavor with the White House. The head of some higher ed organization are carefully picking their words because they represent community colleges as well as HBCUs. And some people are hiding behind the time-worn excuse, “the devil is in the details.” In this case, the community college proposal represents the devil for the continued existence of HBCUs. And because we have our first Black president or have other conflict of interests, not too many people have the temerity to say it.

As one educator told me privately, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. must be rolling over in his grave.

Pell grants were reduced by Congress in 2011, making students eligible for 12 semesters instead of 18. That will hurt Black students who, on average,

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Councilman Caraway calls for review of tow truck ordinance and rules Dallas City Councilman Dwaine Caraway (District 4) will call for an immediate review of the City of Dallas' Tow Truck Ordinance in the upcoming Quality of Life & Environment Committee meeting set for February 23, 2015 at 9 a.m. Councilman Caraway also would like the committee to review the rules and regulations that govern tow truck drivers in the City of Dallas. In light of the recent fatal shooting incident of an individual by a tow truck driver at an apartment complex, Dallas residents would like answers and a clear understanding on the rules that govern tow truck companies and their employees.

proton or electron-based forms of treatment which are used to treat the majority of cancer patients in the U.S. Already, the use of heavy ion therapy has expanded worldwide with eight operational centers in China, Germany, Italy, and Japan with additional facilities under construction in Austria, South Korea and France.

The National Center for Heavy Ion Radiation Therapy, targeted for completion in 2021, will require a combination of federal, state, and private funding for construction and ongoing research. Potential economic impact estimates for Texas are more than $600 million, with 130 new high-level jobs created and 2,000 annual out-of-town visitors.

UT Southwestern, one of the premier academic medical centers in the nation, integrates pioneering biomedical research with exceptional clinical care and education. The institution’s faculty includes many distinguished members, including six who have been awarded Nobel Prizes since 1985. Numbering approximately 2,800, the faculty is responsible for groundbreaking medical advances and is committed to translating science-driven research quickly to new clinical treatments.

UT Southwestern physicians provide medical care in 40 specialties to about 92,000 hospitalized patients and oversee approximately 2.1 million outpatient visits a year.

UT Southwestern Medical Center awarded major National Cancer Institute Funding

Washington, DC – (Tuesday, February 10th, 2015) – Today, the National Cancer Institute announced that UT Southwestern Medical Center along with a consortia of Texas research entities would be awarded one of two major advanced planning grants to establish the country’s first National Center for Heavy Ion Radiation Therapy.

Once built this new facility would be the first of its kind in the U.S. providing clinical care and research utilizing heavy particle treatment for innovative methods of cancer treatment.

Last October, Congresswoman Johnson wrote a letter urging the White House to take into consideration UT-Southwestern’s existing particle therapy research infrastructure and expertise in leading cancer treatment research in the U.S. when selecting the planning grant award recipients. The planned center would serve as a research adjunct to an independently created and funded, sustainable clinical facility for particle beam radiation therapy. Currently, the planning grant includes pilot projects that will enable a research agenda in particle beam delivery systems, dosimetry, radiation biology, and/or translational pre-clinical studies.

“The newly awarded advanced planning grant for UT Southwestern Medical Center is exactly the type of medical and technological advancement the DFW metroplex needs and the type of federal investment we need to continue to lead the world in state-of-the-art medical research,” said Congresswoman Johnson. “Not only is this grant a major advancement for STEM, it is a crucial step in the right direction for cancer research and those affected by cancer here in the United States.”

First developed in the 1980s at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, heavy ion therapy is the most precise and potent form of irradiation for cancer patients, more effective than conventional

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Ask Alma… My Husband Holds Grudges Dear Alma, My husband cannot let things go – he holds grudges for way longer than the offense is worth.

He brings up things that happened months/years ago to remind me of what he says are my faults. It’s not just me; he gives his sister grief for dropping him when he was one and she was three.

Aside from pointing out that he’s being ridiculous when he gets going on some old grudge, do you have any suggestions on how I can make him stop?

Name withheld Dear Nameless One, News flash: You can’t change another person’s

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personality. Your husband didn’t start this yesterday. He was doing it before you married him.

You heard him during the courtship and thought it wasn’t so bad. You married him anyway, thinking, “Aww, I can handle it.”

It wasn’t cute then, and it’s not cute now. So, follow through on the decision you made when you said your vows (for better or worse) and live with it.

It’s a part of his personality, and he ain’t gonna change.

Nobody’s perfect, and if he’s been doing this with his family, it’s really just a continuation of who he truly is.

Your question should be: How do I live with it? Well, remind yourself of when it didn’t bother you so much early in the relationship.

Funny how things switch after many years of marriage.

What wuz cute is about to get on your last nerve.

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All of you longtime married folks know what I’m talking about. LOL. Anyway, back to my suggestion: When he gets going, leave him in his space.

Meditate on things about him that make you happy.

I’m sure he has many other qualities that you admire.

That’s why he’s your husband. I can understand if this isn’t the answer you were looking for, but it will keep you guys united as one for many years to come.

Your or my answer can’t change your husband. That Sweetie is an act only he can control.

Alma

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Metroplex Piano, Yamaha and Carter Albrecht Music Foundation to donate keyboards to kids in need EVENT: Five new Yamaha keyboards will be donated to Trumpets4Kids, a non-profit that offers music as a means of education and empowerment to young people in need in the Dallas area. The Yamaha P-105 digital pianos, provided by Darren Speir, president of Metroplex Piano serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area, the Carter Albrecht Music Foundation and Yamaha Corporation, will be presented to music directors and youngsters participating in Trumpets4Kids.

The donated keyboards will then be used by hundreds of needy young people in local music programs who likely wouldn’t have access to music education and instruments on their own.

FISD students will speak to community professionals about career and college choices

Over 100 professionals will volunteer their time

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

3rd Annual Event

FRISCO ISD AND COLLIN COLLEGE PRESTON RIDGE CAMPUS SHOWCASE AND CAREER FAIR

Collin College Preston Ridge Campus Conference Center

in partnership with Centennial Medical Center

This will be a great photo opportunity, as the Yamaha keyboards are presented to students and teachers in the Trumpets4Kids Initiative.

Some of the keyboards will be used on March 7th when brass students from all over the Metroplex compete at the third annual Trumpet Wars at Texas Wesleyan University.

Careers represented but not limited to will be:

9:30 am

Aeronautics, Agricultural Science, Mental Health, Community Outreach, Architecture, Construction, Broadcasting, Media, Business Management and Administration, Education & Training, Financial Systems, Government and Public Administration, Health Sciences, Hospitality, Tourism, The Arts, Law, Public Safety, Corrections, Marketing & Sales, Engineering, and Science & Technology.

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For additional information check with your school counselor or contact Dr. Larry Lewis at lewisl@friscoisd.org

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, February 17; 11 a.m.

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CALENDAR February 13 Masquerade Ball - Father and Daughter Dance, hosted by the Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce.

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Balch Springs Civic Center, 12400 Elam Road. Call 972-557-0988 for more information *********** Quest for Success Awards Luncheon 9:00 a.m. - Workshops 11 a.m. - Reception 12 noon - Awards Luncheon Hutchinson Convention Center Ballroom A 650 S. Griffin St. Dallas,

February 14

WHO: Valentine’s Day is near and love will be in the air at Fashion Bar’s “Queen of Hearts Champagne Brunch.” A percentage of the proceeds made from this love-filled brunch for singles, couples, friends and families will benefit the Bridge Breast Network, a local nonprofit organization that provides access to breast cancer services for lowincome and uninsured individuals.

WHAT: The "Queen of Hearts Champagne Brunch” will be a memorable afternoon filled with many signature highlights. Dee Lincoln’s Executive Chef, Andrew Powers, will create a specially crafted brunch buffet menu of items that will include Texas Migas,chicken and waffles, Anson Mill grits, O’Brian potatoes and assorted fruit. Guests will also receive two complimentary mimosas and a gift bag filled with great mementos, while enjoying the smooth and melodic sounds of N’Tense The Band. In addition, Fashion Bar and the Bridge Breast Network will treat five breast cancer survivors to brunch, while also honoring and recognizing these individuals during this celebratory event. All attendees affected by breast cancer are encouraged to wear pink and will be presented with a pink rose. 11:00 am to 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Dee Lincoln’s Bubble Bar 2101 Cedar Springs Rd. Dallas, Texas 75201 COST: Registration for the "Queen of Hearts Champagne Brunch” is $50 per person and can be made by visiting fashionbar.tnrbmarketing.com or by calling 682-587-9805.

Dallas, Texas 75204 For more information or to make a reservation without lunch, email programs@dallaswomenscouncil.org or leave a message at 972.238.5508.This program is free

Metroplex Piano, Yamaha and Carter Albrecht Music Foundation To Donate Keyboards To Kids in Need

EVENT: Five new Yamaha keyboards will be donated to Trumpets4Kids, a nonprofit that offers music as a means of education and empowerment to young people in need in the Dallas area. The Yamaha P-105 digital pianos, provided by Darren Speir, president of Metroplex Piano serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area, the Carter Albrecht Music Foundation and Yamaha Corporation, will be presented to music directors and youngsters participating in Trumpets4Kids. The donated keyboards will then be used by hundreds of needy young people in local music programs who likely wouldn’t have access to music education and instruments on their own.

This will be a great photo opportunity, as the Yamaha keyboards are presented to students and teachers in the Trumpets4Kids Initiative.

Some of the keyboards will be used on March 7th when brass students from all over the Metroplex compete at the third annual Trumpet Wars at Texas Wesleyan University.

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, February 17; 11 a.m.

PLACE: Choice Academy, 18106 Marsh Lane, Dallas *** 1st Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce Business Networking After-Hours 5:30 to 7pm @Civic Center Sponsored by Your Chamber Board of Directors Come Join for Networking, Great Food, Door Prizes!

February 19

Fantasia & Rickey Smiley Love and Laughter Valentine’s Day Show Music Hall at Fair Park 909 1st Ave. Dallas TX 75210 Saturday February 14, 2015 @8 pm For tickets Contact: 1-800-745-3000 *** SAFE CONVERSATIONS Free Seminar Santa Clara Community Center

February 15 Wayne Brady Live The Verizon Theatre – Grand Prairie 1001 Performance Place ,Grand Prairie TX 75050

February 17 Celebrate Loved Ones at the “Queen of Hearts Champagne Brunch” Hosted at Dee Lincoln’s Bubble Bar

Valentine’s Day Brunch Supporting Bridge Breast Network Features Mimosas, Music & Mementos

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This year’s theme will follow the National theme, “A Century of Black Life, History, and Culture”. DFW will be taking the angle of celebrating and emphasizing the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s) contributions to African American History. We have prepared to have a panel of speakers representing Howard University, Florida A&M University, Prairie View A&M University, Texas Southern and Paul Quinn. We are very honored to have John McCaa, anchor from WFAA to be the moderator.

English; Katawna Caldwell, English; and Selena Stewart-Alexander, Developmental Reading & Writing/English, at 11 a.m. in F-117. The Eastfield Chorus will also perform.

February 20

February 22

The Center for African American Studies at The University of

Kinky Boots February 25, 2015 to March 08, 2015 Music Hall at Fair Park 909 First Avenue at Parry Dallas, TX 75210-9998 214-691-7200

“Critical Issues in the Black Community: Race and Social Justice,” Feb. 20-21 at the E. H. Hereford University Center, 300 W. First St. Featuring Rev. Bernice King.

The event is free and open to the public, but

February 25 ·

Historically Black Colleges and Universities Fair, Feb. 25: A transfer fair featuring representatives from HBCU institutions will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. At Eastfield College ********

African-American History Program & Reception

Texas at Arlington presents its third annual conference,

Maya Angelou. Selections of Angelou’s works will be read by Eastfield students as well as faculty members Larissa Pierce, English; Katawna Caldwell, English; and Selena StewartAlexander, Developmental Reading & Writing/English, at 11 a.m. in F-117. The Eastfield Chorus will also perform.

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Recital Series, Feb. 25: The soul and jazz group “Funky Knuckles” will perform in F-117 at Eastfield College, 12:30 p.m. *********

4PM at Irving Arts Center - Dupree Theater and Main Gallery 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, TX

Justin Productions Presents “The Revolution” Cocktail X Launch Party A Black History Month Celebration Honoring 28 African American DFW Influencers At The Historic Texas Theater Wednesday, February 25th 6:30-10pm

February 24 · 25th Annual African American Read-In, Feb. 24: The theme for this year’s read-in is “Celebrating the Legacy of Dr.

registration is required.

February 22 African-American History Program & Reception 4PM Irving Arts Center - Dupree Theater and Main Gallery 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, TX Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates the richness of the African-American experience during Black History Month with its Cultural Awareness series February 20-22, at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre in the AT&T Performing Arts Center.

Two solos, one by Alvin Ailey and the other by Talley Beatty, connect the audience to past classics, while newer works and a world premiere root the audience in the present.

February 24 · 25th Annual African American Read-In, Feb. 24: The theme for this year’s read-in is “Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Maya Angelou. Selections of Angelou’s works will be read by Eastfield students as well as faculty members Larissa Pierce,

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TIME TO FORGIVE?

Speaking of People

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The Long and Winding Road Light rail, Trinity River road highly scrutinized in South Dallas

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FAMU Rattlers victorious

Studies by the University of Texas at Dallas Institute of Urban Policy, United Way and Texas A&M are taking place now to assess the quality of life in the South Dallas community before billion dollar projects involving the new DART Light Rail and the Trinity

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;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 administrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 administrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.â&#x20AC;?

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oversee the The Field Research Team which underwent 80 hours of

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Evaluating President Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First 100 Days

Political analysts, both mainstream and Black news media and intellectuals around the country have given their grade evaluation on President Barack Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first 100 days in office, marked on April 30. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how several people from the local front graded the new president.

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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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Grade: C â&#x20AC;&#x153;In just 100 days, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen an alarming acceleration of policies that will take America down the wrong track. The administration has proposed trillions of dollars in new spending, which will result in higher taxes on Americans, while sharply raising our indebtedness to foreign creditors.

On the national security front, I am very concerned about the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intention to close Guantanamo without a workable plan to relocate detainees. It is my sincere hope that, moving forward,

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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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