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West & Asso.welcomes new partner The legal firm, West & Associates, L.L.P., continues to expand with the announcement of attorney Bree West as its newest partBree West ner, to head the Criminal Law Division of the firm. Ms. West comes to West & Associates from the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office, where she prosecuted all levels of Criminal Law, with particular focus in Family Violence and Sexual Assault cases. Ms. West received her undergraduate degree from Howard University in Washington, D.C. and her Juris Doctorate Degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in Houston, Texas. “We are extremely excited to have Bree join the firm. Not only is she an excellent attorney with a wealth of real-life experience, but she will complement our current practice by allowing us to offer expanded services to our clients in the criminal defense arena,” said Royce West, Managing Partner of West & Associates, and the father-in-law of Bree West. “She will continue the “West” legacy of providing excellent legal services to the citizens of this great city and state. She has a zeal for justice, and the compassion that clients need.” Bree is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and is a Board member for First Choice Social Services, a non-profit organization which assists families that are affected by domestic violence, substance abuse and teen homelessness. The Dallas office is located at 320 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Suite 300, Dallas, TX 75203.
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Hooper named officer of NAACP Chairwoman Brock steps down after seven years
Congratulatory messages are still coming in from across the country for Aubrey C. Hooper. For the DeSoto School Board Trustee and Vice President, newly - elected President of the Dallas Branch of the NAACP, and National NAACP board member, many are not surprised as he takes on yet another leadership position. Late last month he became the youngest officer in the history of the Association, assuming the position of Assistant Secretary. “I’m excited and honored,” Mr. Hooper acknowledged during a recent interview. “This is a great time for the NAACP.” A life-long resident of Dallas County, Mr. Hooper comes from a family with deep roots in the DeSoto community and says he was born with a passion for helping others. Other changes on the board include Chairwoman Roslyn Brock assuming the post of Chairman Emeritus; Vice Chair Leon W. Russell of Florida named Chairman; Derrick Johnson of Mississippi named Vice Chair;
Both Brock and Hooper have long and impressive histories with the NAACP. With more than 15 years experience with community organizations and non-profit groups, Mr. Hooper currently serves as the second Vice President Aubrey C. Hooper Rsolyn Brock Assistant Secretary Chair - Emeritus of the Texas State NAACP NAACP Conference NAACP Branches and a member of the NAACP Naand, Yvonne White of Michigan tional Board of Directors. named Assistant Treasurer. Mr. Hooper is the Vice ChairExpressing optimism about the future of the NAACP, Mr. man of the NAACP National EdHooper praised Ms. Brock’s ucation Committee and serves as a member of the NAACP leadership. “She has been committed for a Finance, Advocacy and Policy, long time,” he said, adding that ACT-SO, and Resolutions comwhen she assumed the chair- mittees. He is a Campus Administramanship, Ms. Brock said that she would serve in that post for tor/Principal at the Matlock and seven years. “She’s still young Youth Village Campuses at the and can concentrate on another Dallas County Juvenile Department and is an active member chapter in her life.” Ms. Brock became the young- of the Oak Gardens Church of est person to hold the post Christ. Mr. Hooper graduated cum when she was elected unanilaude from Morehouse College mously in February 2010.
in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and received a Master of Arts in Urban Affairs from UT Arlington. He is board chairman of a small education foundation that focuses on educational scholarships and mentoring young men, and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mr. Hooper says he has committed his life and his work to serving his community and making a difference. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration with a Urban Policy concentration at the University of Texas at Arlington. With such a busy schedule, its a wonder that Mr. Hooper can take on another assignment but he’s not worried. Outlining his duties as assistant secretary, he says he has time to do the job and has no plans to step down as president of the Dallas Branch. That branch meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center.
STAND 4 SISTERHOOD celebrates Global Sisterhood Day with United We Stand Saturday, March 18th marks Global Sisterhood Day, and entrepreneur Marguritte S. Johnson is leading the charge in Dallas with her non-profit organization, Stand 4 Sisterhood with United We Stand! The event will feature a full day of encouragement, empowerment, entertainment and inspiration for women of all ages and walks of life. The event will take place from 9 am to 2pm at The
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Help Studios located at 2435 Squire Place, Ste. 100, Farmers Branch, TX 75234. In 2011, Johnson awakened one morning to a debilitating sadness surrounding the relocation of her sister to Germany with her husband who had been deployed there as part of his military service. While the two could communicate via phone and electronically, the void became the catalyst for a
movement by Johnson to unite women around the world in a movement of sisterhood for every woman who had lost a sister to distance or circumstance and build a community of sisters with whom to collaborate and connect. The group, originally dubbed Godly Girlfriends, became a safe haven for women to for-
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HALL: The Coward-In-Chief! QUIT PLAYIN’ By Vincent L. Hall
If there’s any consistency in the draft dodging, war-mongering spirit that co-exists in Resident Trump, it has to be his blatant acts of cowardice. Somewhere amidst the bravado and bluster is a whiny, insecure toddler…a toddler clasping a blanket in one fist while sucking the thumb of his opposite hand. The Donald of this “Duck Dynasty” is as hollow and helpless as the trickster Dorothy and Toto sought out in the land of Oz. Resident Trump talks big and bold but his tactic of fear-mongering are below the dignity of a Commander-In Chief. Think critically about this latest roundup of Mexican immigrants who are portrayed as working America’s principal economic nemesis. Trump and the GOP have marshaled a reign of terror on “illegal aliens” who “broke our sovereign laws,” but to date they have issued no fines or made no arrests of employers who beckon them here in the first place.
Study Circle to feature Smith’s book on African Americans
Rather than tell Americans, and especially rural White America that the “gig is up,” he persists in pitting the poor against the poor. Trump proclaims his GOP; “the working class party,” while tens of thousands of his own employees have been stiffed. Do you doubt that Trump has “undocumented” workers in his hotels or construction sites? Did he violate labor laws to keep organized labor out and poor wages and working conditions in? How many of his employees are we subsidizing through welfare and Obamacare? To terrorize non-criminal immigrants without equal penalties against employers is tantamount to punishing the prostitutes and rewarding the pimps and Johns. Straight cowardice!! Trump, unlike Obama and Hillary, didn’t have the guts to say to coal miners that their workdays were ebbing. Rather than be honest and risk votes, Resident Trump convinced his Nationalist constituency that “clean coal” is making a comeback. Make the coal mines Great Again! In a story published by NPR in The Dr. Roscoe Smith Study Circle will be Saturday, March, 18, 2017 @10:00 AM at Dallas NBUF headquarters located 2949 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Suite #3-Dallas,Texas 75215 (across from Martin Luther King Community Center). The featured book for study is "African American Heritage for Family & Friends" by Dr. Roscoe Smith, Ph.D. Dr. Smith, who is well-known among educators across America, particularly Black educators, will walk participants
2012, the case against coal mining was made plain. “Miners diagnosed with coal workers’ pneumoconiosis are eligible for compensation. Coal mining companies routinely challenge diagnoses, but since 1970, government and industry have paid out more than $45 billion in compensation (through FY 2011).” Those “Fake News” agitators over at the internationally regarded New York Times, made another stark prediction on Christmas Eve last year. “The costs of the black lung resurgence include increased strain on the federal Black Lung Disability Trust Fund and on strapped state benefit programs. Special help for miners provided by the Affordable Care Act will disappear if that law is repealed. Only 17 percent of working Kentucky miners has been tested since 2011. But that total will grow as the 40,000 miners who have lost their jobs since 2010 feel freer to be checked out. By law, their last employer is responsible for paying health costs.
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Some 600 mines have closed, many pleading bankruptcy.” 80,000 miners have died since 1968. So not only did Trump lack the courage to tell miners the truth, he made these empty claims while pledging to repeal Obamacare which makes provisions for their “pre-existing conditions.” And by the way, guess who gets the tab when the mines go bankrupt? You got it…the same taxpayers that bailed out Billionaire Trump out four or more times. Democracy demands courage. Without it, we are not the “land of the free and the home of the brave.” Americans understand the need to be safe, but driving a car is dangerous. Living is dangerous! And to remix the words of my patron Saint; Chris Rock; I ain’t worried about Al Queda over there; I’m watching ‘Al Cracker’ commit unfettered mayhem over here. Resident Trump lacks the courage to call out escalating acts of anti-Semitism, Muslim hatred, blatant attacks on minorities or any other racial hatred. He does a lot of barking and bullying, but Donald J. Trump appears to be the coward-in-chief. Vincent L. Hall is an author, activist and award-winning columnist.
through untold/unknown information of great African American thinkers in America. His presentation will include demonstrations of great African American advancements that will prove the geniuses of Black people throughout the centuries in spite of slavery, Jim Crow laws and harsh racial discrimination. Dr. Smith will also provide and sign "free copies" of the thought-provoking book.
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PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP’S ADDRESS TO A JOINT SESSION OF CONGRESS Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and Citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration of Black History Month, we are reminded of our Nation's path toward civil rights and the work that still remains. Recent threats targeting Jewish Community Centers and vandalism of Jewish cemeteries, as well as last week's shooting in Kansas City, remind us that while we may be a Nation divided on policies, we are a country that stands united in condemning hate and evil in all its forms. Each American generation passes the torch of truth, liberty and justice –- in an unbroken chain all the way down to the present. That torch is now in our hands. And we will use it to light up the world. I am here tonight to deliver a message of unity and strength, and it is a message deeply delivered from my heart. A new chapter of American Greatness is now beginning. A new national pride is sweeping across our Nation. And a new surge of optimism is placing impossible dreams firmly within our grasp. What we are witnessing today is the Renewal of the American Spirit. Our allies will find that America is once again ready to lead. All the nations of the world -- friend or foe -- will find that America is strong, America is proud, and America is free. In 9 years, the United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our founding -- 250 years since the day we declared our Independence. It will be one of the great milestones in the history of the world. But what will America look like as we reach our 250th year? What kind of country will we leave for our children? I will not allow the mistakes of recent decades past to define the course of our future. For too long, we've watched our middle class shrink as we've exported our jobs and wealth to foreign countries. We've financed and built one global project after another, but ignored the fates of our children in the inner cities of Chicago, Baltimore, Detroit -- and so many other places throughout our land. We've defended the borders of other nations, while leaving our own borders wide open, for anyone to cross -- and for drugs to pour in at a now unprecedented rate. And we've spent trillions of dollars overseas, while our infrastructure at home has so badly crumbled.
Then, in 2016, the earth shifted beneath our feet. The rebellion started as a quiet protest, spoken by families of all colors and creeds -– families who just wanted a fair shot for their children, and a fair hearing for their concerns. But then the quiet voices became a loud chorus -as thousands of citizens now spoke out together, from cities small and large, all across our country. Finally, the chorus became an earthquake – and the people turned out by the tens of millions, and they were all united by one very simple, but crucial demand, that America must put its own citizens first ... because only then, can we truly MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN. Dying industries will come roaring back to life. Heroic veterans will get the care they so desperately need. Our military will be given the resources its brave warriors so richly deserve. Crumbling infrastructure will be replaced with new roads, bridges, tunnels, airports and railways gleaming across our beautiful land. Our terrible drug epidemic will slow down and ultimately, stop. And our neglected inner cities will see a rebirth of hope, safety, and opportunity. Above all else, we will keep our promises to the American people. It's been a little over a month since my inauguration, and I want to take this moment to update the Nation on the progress I've made in keeping those promises. Since my election, Ford, Fiat-Chrysler, General Motors, Sprint, Softbank, Lockheed, Intel, Walmart, and many others, have announced that they will invest billions of dollars in the United States and will create tens of thousands of new American jobs. The stock market has gained almost three trillion dollars in value since the election on November 8th, a record. We've saved taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars by bringing down the price of the fantastic new F-35 jet fighter, and will be saving billions more dollars on contracts all across our Government. We have placed a hiring freeze on non-military and non-essential Federal workers. We have begun to drain the swamp of government corruption by imposing a 5 year ban on lobbying by executive branch officials –- and a lifetime ban on becoming lobbyists for a foreign government. We have undertaken a historic effort to massively reduce job‑crushing regulations, creating a deregulation task force inside of every Government agency; imposing a new rule which mandates that for every 1 new regulation, 2 old regulations must be eliminated;
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Washington, DC – Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas) released the following responses: On Immigration: “A border wall will not achieve the goal that President Trump seeks to accomplish and I disagree with its premise to keep all immigrants out of our country. Furthermore, building a 2,000 mile long wall along our southern border is not only a knee jerk reaction to our issues with immigration, it is fiscally irresponsible. Refusing entry to people who seek safety from danger and violence is anti-American and unconscionable. Comprehensive immigration reform, not constructing yet another barrier, is the best solution to resolve this issue. ” On the Affordable Care Act: “Tonight President Trump once again called on Republicans in Congress to repeal the Affordable Care Act, while providing no real plans for a replacement. Thus far, the Trump Administration has only released an Executive Order that was without substance regarding healthcare, and a proposed rule that is nothing more than a delay tactic for their repeal and replace process.” “Over the past six years, nearly 30 million Americans have gained reliable coverage and seen an end to many of the unfair practices of the pre-Affordable Care Act insurance industry including the end of lifetime limits, no discrimination for pre-existing conditions, and free preventive care. The Affordable Care Act did not just provide health insurance for millions of Americans, it reformed payment systems, introduced innovative care delivery reforms, and much more. To suggest that the system is “collapsing” is off base.” “My hope is that we will find a way to work with Republicans in a bipartisan manner to come up with real policy solutions to repair the Affordable Care Act and continue to provide healthcare for all Americans. However we will not idly stand by and allow Republicans to dismantle the health and economic security of hard-working Americans. ” On Transportation: “During his campaign, President Trump had touted his intentions to introduce a $1 trillion plan that would invest in our nation’s infrastructure. Five weeks into his presidency, we have yet to see a concrete plan to that end. This suggests that any tax plan to emerge from this Administration would most likely rely heavily on tax credits for private entities, versus the federal direct spending that is so desperately needed. This approach is entirely off-mark.” “Nearly one in four bridges in the United States is structurally deficient or functionally obsolete, 65 percent of our Nation’s roads are in less than good condition, our rail and bus transit systems are facing a $90 billion backlog, and dozens of our busiest ports are congested beyond reason. This is simply unacceptable.” “Our nation needs a real, comprehensive transportation infrastructure plan that combines direct federal spending with public private partnerships; not tax breaks for private investors for projects that would already be constructed anyways.”
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Trump’s tough talk won’t fix Chicago Donald Trump is fixated on what he describes as the “carnage� going on in Chicago, suggesting that if Chicago’s horrendous homicide rate doesn’t come down, he’ll “send in the feds.� At his recent press conference, he announced plans to create “a task for reducing violent crime in America, including the horrendous situation — take a look at Chicago and others — taking place right now in our inner cities.� During his campaign, Trump suggested that he knew the answer for solving the crime problem in Chicago: “How? By being very much tougher than they are right now.� He claimed he met with a couple of top Chicago police officers and one said, “I’d be able to stop it in one week,� if they could take the gloves off. Trump apparently has no idea of just how harsh Chicago police have been on young African-American men. His comments above came in the wake of the protests over the use of force by the police, including the murder of Laquan McDonald that was caught on camera and covered up. Why is the homicide rate so high in Chicago? Actually, it came down earlier in this decade as it did in other cities but has spiked in recent years. Trump defines the situation correctly when he says there are two Chicagos. “There’s one Chicago that’s incredible, luxurious and all — and safe. There’s another Chicago that’s worse than almost any of the places in the Middle East that we talk about, and that you talk about every night on the newscasts.� Chicago is the most segregated large city
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in the country. Poverty is concentrated in poor, largely African-American neighborhoods. With concentrated poverty and grotesque youth unemployment, drugs and guns spread and crime and homicide follow. Trump doesn’t say how Chicago got that segregated. It wasn’t an accident. Housing segregation was enforced by urban planning, restrictive zoning and housing covenants. Violence frustrated efforts to push integration. The result is two cities, segregated and massively unequal. In the neighborhoods of concentrated poverty in Chicago, nearly half of the young black men are neither in school nor employed. A dire new study from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Great Cities Institute reported that over 80 percent of Chicago’s African-American 16- to 19-year-olds have no jobs. This is a recipe for violence, gangs and trouble. Some blame gangs and the easy access to guns and drugs. But this is confusing symptoms and causes. “Where do gangs come from? You can’t divorce the gang problem from the problem of deep concentrations of poverty,� says Robert J. Sampson, author of “Great American City: Chicago and the Enduring Neighborhood Effect.� Racially segregated, impoverished communi-
ties suffer from having no jobs, no hospitals, poor schools, mean streets, environmental toxins and inadequate housing. The persistence of violence and concentrated poverty in Chicago comes, Sampson concludes, from “extensive social and economic segregation.� The solution to crime and homicides in Chicago isn’t tougher police tactics. Chicago police are already infamous for how tough they are. The solution is a deconcentration of poverty along with revitalization of impoverished neighborhoods. Jobs for young people make a dramatic difference. We need mixed-income housing throughout the metropolitan area. Experiments that moved people from impoverished Englewood to affluent suburban neighborhoods proved remarkably successful. Revitalization of urban neighborhoods and breaking down walls of segregated living patterns requires leadership — from the city and from the federal government. If Trump truly wants to succeed in reducing homicides in Chicago, he should not only be meeting with the mayor and the governor but also with other elected officials, ministers and community leaders — offering a major plan to rebuild those neighborhoods and put people, particularly young people, to work — while opening up mixed-income housing across the metropolitan area. Tougher cops sounds macho, but it’s a posture, not a policy, a diversion, not an answer. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. is founder and president of the Chicago-based Rainbow PUSH Coalition.
Students’ Response to HBCU Presidents Meeting with Donald Trump‌ The college president must be many things to many people. The HBCU president must be a lot more to many more — especially to students. At schools where 70, 80, and sometimes even 90 percent of the students are Pell Grant eligible, it’s no shock that presidents find themselves being parents to some, mentors to others, and sadly but thankfully, sometimes even a savior – providing the last bit of hope to those who’ve considered giving up and in. It goes without saying that our presidents are our role models. Many hail from rough
We cannot forget the xenophobic, racist, misogynistic, Islamophobic, and homophobic Trump rhetoric that will continue to infiltrate our minds and timelines over the next 4 years.
backgrounds like our own. Poverty. Gang violence. Single-parent homes. However, their successes, in not just the academy, but throughout their entire journeys, attests that it’s really not about where we come from, but where we want to go and how hard we’re willing to work to get there. Over the past two days, many HBCU presidents have been meeting with Donald Trump and other government leaders at a Congressional “fly-in� led-in-part by HBCU alumna, Omarosa Manigault. Though we, the students, appreciate Please see STUDENTS, next page
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Shortcomings of a Short-sighted Immigration Policy
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by Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
At the onset of President Trump’s campaign, Mr. Trump painted Mexican immigrants with a broad and nefarious brush, demonizing them as aggravated felons whose crimes include murder, drug and illegal firearm trafficking, and rape. Although several studies have repeatedly indicated that undocumented immigrants are not disproportionately responsible for crime, this unfortunate sentiment underscores public misperceptions that can influence immigration policies. Now as Commander in Chief, President Trump stands ready to deliver on his campaign’s tough talk on undocumented immigration by implementing increasingly hostile immigration policies. President Trump’s efforts to remove undocumented immigrants and crackdown on undocumented immigration have been self-described as a “military operation”. I do
not support any efforts to militarize our immigration enforcement in the United States. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Border Patrol are civilian organizations charged with enforcing federal law surrounding border control and are mandated to carry out that specific task. State and local law enforcement personnel charged with the duty to “protect and serve” their respective communities should be focused on promoting local public safety and not be coerced into unfunded mandates to conduct federal immigration enforcement. Having state and local law enforcement personnel enforce federal immigration laws also erodes the delicate trust that exists between local law enforcement and the communities they serve. Building a wall to keep out illegal immigrants is not a novel idea. In fact, President George W. Bush signed the Secure Fence Act of 2006 to authorize construction of a fence along the U.S.-Mexico border. Currently, 613 miles of fencing exist on the border. However, a border wall or fence will not achieve the goal that President Trump seeks to accomplish and I disagree with its premise to keep all immigrants out of our
country. It did not work under President Bush and will not work under President Trump. Refusing entry to people who seek safety from danger and violence is anti-American and unconscionable. Furthermore, building a 2,000 mile long wall along our southern border is not only a knee jerk reaction to our issues with immigration, it is fiscally irresponsible. The wall’s construction alone would cost American taxpayers (make no mistake it will be the American taxpayer who foots the bill) at least $12 billion, with some estimates approaching upwards of $25 billion. Maintenance thereafter would cost another $750 million a year. We simply cannot afford to pay for the wall while our bridges, roads, and other infrastructure continue to dangerously deteriorate due to decades of neglect. The moral case against President Trump’s immigration policies is obvious, and the economic arguments against it are daunting. His repeated attempts to impugn the reputation of immigrants living in this country and his relentless condemnation of individuals from varying backgrounds or nationalities is contrary to our values as a nation. As Presi-
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dent Trump moves to place the full force of the federal government behind the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants and the construction of a border wall, the time to act on comprehensive immigration reform is now. Although there are many areas of disagreement, there must be a healthy debate on a reform plan. Unilateral executive orders and knee-jerk responses rooted in prejudice will not solve our problems. Instead, they will only result in families being torn apart and violations of due-process rights along the way. Walls, barriers, and military patrols will only force those immigrants to utilize ever more dangerous routes and increase the number of people who die in search of an opportunity to feed and clothe their families. Comprehensive immigration reform, not constructing yet another barrier, is the best solution to resolve this issue. I challenge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to come together to create a truly comprehensive plan that creates a reasonable path to citizenship while upholding the law of the land.
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Trump and his administration’s uncanny openness, we can’t help but welcome this gesture with concern and apprehension. And we’re sorry that you may feel that you’re in the direct line of our fire, frustration, and fury. HBCU students have penned an open letter in response to the meeting… We cannot help but acknowledge that this meeting was arranged, scheduled, and (on occasions) changed at the whims of the administration without much, and usually no, prior communication with the presidents and appropriate constituents. Because of the sporadicity of it all, many presidents were unable to conduct surveys and gather input from their schools and the communities you serve. Furthering our uneasy feeling toward it all. Moreover, we cannot pretend to have forgotten the things Trump has said and done to our sisters, those by birth and
Presidents of UNCF member schools. choice; citizens by blood, plane, and boat; and Syrian brothers and those like them who are facing internal and external political oppression abroad.
We cannot forget the xenophobic, racist, misogynistic, Islamophobic, and homophobic Trump rhetoric that will continue to infiltrate our minds and
timelines over the next 4 years. We cannot wholeheartedly believe that Betsy Devos, who incorrectly refers to HBCUs as testaments of “school choice,” has our best interest at heart — or even knows how. We do now at least know and recognize, more than ever, the need to be politically involved, inclined, engaged and mobilized. We look forward to that glorious day when we have collectively situated ourselves to only have to negotiate with who we want and how we want. Amongst us, we have academics and scholars, Chief Financial Officers and Small Business Owners, astronauts and senators, and even Academy Award Winning Actors and Honorees, surely we can develop a stable foundation to support our own institutions. We hope you will lead that effort, and of course, include us. The HBCU Student Body HBCULifestyle.com
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The Dallas Art Fair ninth edition of the fair will take place from April 6 through April 9 at the Fashion Industry Gallery (F.I.G.). SPECIAL EXHIBIT - FILMING THE CAMPS: FROM HOLLYWOOD TO NUREMBERG Features the work of three filmmakers: John Ford, Samuel Fuller, and George Stevens. It explores the filmmakers’ experiences during and after World War II, the footage they captured of Nazi atrocities, and the impact the war had on their careers. At Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance 211 N. Record Street Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75202 from 9:30 AM -5:00 PM
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REMEMBERING JOSEPH SMITH “Pretrial Matters, Matter” discussion at 6:00 p.m. at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center [2922 MLK, Jr. Blvd. Dallas
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Grants Information Sessions: South Dallas/Fair Park Trust Fund Applications are available to South Dallas-based nonprofits for 3 types of grants. The first two information sessions are: Tues, March 7 & 14, 2017; 6pm; MLK Center; 2922 MLK, Jr. Blvd, 75215; Bldg A; Rm 127. Contact: Betty Artis; 214-670-8271; betty.artis@ dallascityhall.com.
Orientation: Small Business Development Center Fri, March 3, 2017; 2pm – 4pm; Bill Priest Institute; 1402 Corinth, Rm 1534, 75215. Learn how the SBDC can assist in starting or growing your business. Free. Pre-registration required. Contact: 214-860-5859. Pre-register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/orientation-march-3-2017-tickets-30055615154
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Citizens’ Civil Academy Judge Staci Williams presents Spring 2017 Citizens’ Academy. A free, non-partisan program about the Civil Court system. Held on March 4th,11th,18th. For more details and to register www.ccadallas. com “Coffee with Cops” Sat, March 4, 2017; 9am – 11am; Various McDonald’s locations: 5403 Ross, 75206; 10329 Lake June, 75217; and 3200 W. Wheatland, 75237. Meet officers working in your area for coffee & conversation. Contact: 214 671-4048
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Meetings 11:30am – 1pm; Latino Cultural Center; 2600 Live Oak, 75204; and 2pm – 3:30pm; West Dallas Multipurpose Center; 2828 Fish Trap, 75212. City Manager, TC Broadnax, seeks citizen input on 2017-2018 budget.
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National Association of Black Journalists Regional Conference Marriott Medical Market Center Stemmons Freeway
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March 6 Tire Rack Street Survival® Teen Driving School Dragon Stadium, 1085 S Kimball Ave, Southlake, TX 76092 9:00am – 4:00pm HOST: Texas Region SCCA ***** Monday Night Politics: Districts 3 & 7 City Council Races Mon, March 6, 2017; 6pm-8pm; African American Museum; Fair Park. Dist 3 candidates: Casey Thomas, Joe Tave, Sandra Crenshaw. Dist 7 candidates: Tiffinni Young, Adam Bazaldua, Marvin Crenshaw, Kevin Felder, James Turknett, Tammy Johnston. Contact: Dallas Examiner, 214941-3100. Meet the New City Manager, TC Broadnax Reception: 6pm; Q&A: 6:30pm; Methodist Hospital; Hitt Auditorium, 1441 N Beckley, 75203. Let the City Manager know your priorities and concerns. Hosted by Councilman, Scott Griggs.
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Friendship Circle of Dallas Carnival open to all, carnival attractions include magic show, juggling show, light dinner, bring a costume to automatically enter in rafle. Located at JCC Senior Assembly Lounge, 7900 Northaven Rd. Carnival starts at 4:00 PM
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The Dr. Roscoe Smith Study Circle will be Saturday, March, 18, 2017 @10:00 AM at Dallas NBUF headquarters located 2949 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Suite #3-Dallas,Texas 75215 (across from Martin Luther King Community Center). The featured book for study is “AfriRecovery Support Specialist Training (sub- can American Heritage for Family & Friends” by Dr. Roscoe Smith, Ph.D. stance abuse/mental health) March 6 – 10, 2017. Free training to work with young adults who have substance UNCF Mayor’s and/or behavioral challenges. Online and in class sessions. For qualifications and Masked Ball, benefits, contact: Peer Workforce Solutions, 978-219-6753; info@recovervcc. Call 972-234org; https://peerworkforcesolutions. 1007 for tickets eventbrite.com
March 9 In recognition of World Kidney Day (WKD), Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) are partnering to provide free kidney screenings to Dallas County residents The health screening will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m DCHHS, 2377 N. Stemmons Frwy, Suite 627, Dallas, TX 75207.
March 21 Maya Angelou KERA Essay Contest Deadline: Tues, March 21, 2017. High school students in the KERA viewing area may participate by writing an essay that interprets an Angelou poem and describes how it improves race relations. Apply: http://www. kera.org/angelou
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Hamlett new CFO/VP at Jarvis Christian College Hawkins, TX – Jarvis Christian ColHamlett also has served as peer evalulege recently announced that Melvin ator on four off-site teams for the SouthHamlett is the College’s new CFO/Vice ern Association of Colleges and Schools President for Finance and Administra– Commission on Colleges and on four tion. on-site teams and two special commitBefore coming to Jarvis, Hamlett tees. served as Vice President for Business Hamlett received a Bachelor of Science and Finance at Lane College in Jackson, degree in Education from Lane College Tennessee, where he worked alongside and a Master of Business Administration the President, Provost and other Vice in Management from Memphis State University. Presidents in developing, monitoring, Melvin Hamlett Hamlett’s professional affiliations inanalyzing and assessing the operating clude the Southern Association of Stubudget; and performing long-term and dent Financial Aid Administrators; Southern Assoshort fiscal forecasting. Other duties included grant writing; policy and ciation of College and University Business Officers; procedures development; recommendations, compli- National Association of College and University Busiance and evaluation; and computerization of fiscal and ness Officers; and the Tennessee Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators. business operations.
Sisterhood, age healthy, meaningful relationships with each other says Johnson, “I wanted people to instantly know what we are about. That’s one of the reasons I changed the name to Stand 4 Sisterhood. Just hearing the name, you know this is a place where women’s rights will be championed. We deal with all kinds of issues that impact girls and women from bullying, domestic violence and sex trafficking to homelessness and providing mentorship.” The community coalition is committed to uniting both girls and women in mentorship, uplift and collaboration instead of competition with the number 4 representing the 4 core groups: ages 8-12 are Diva Dolls, 13-19 are Boss Beauties, 20-39 are Godly Girlfriends and 40+ are the Classy Confidants. Each level provides mentorship to its younger sisters with Boss Beauties serving as peer partners to the Diva Dolls to provide a lifetime of support and stability to one another in the name of sisterhood. In celebration and recogni-
7 continued from page 1 tion of Global Sisterhood Day, join Stand 4 Sisterhood for their event United We Stand as they provide Miracle Makeovers to both women and girls who have been impacted by bullying, domestic violence, sex trafficking and/or terminal illness. Tickets are on sale now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ unitedwestand-sisters-symposium-shindig-tickets-31978071272. This event is FREE and open to the public. Vendor booths are available for $75. For more information, visit www.stand4sisterhood.org. To nominate an individual for the Miracle Makeover or sign up for a vendor space, email stand4sisterhood.global@gmail.com or call 817.382.0020. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Chipotle. EVENT DAY SCHEDULE 9 AM Vendor Booth Open for Shopping & Networking 10 AM Drum Circle & When Sisters Unite Talk Show 11 AM Inspiring Entertainment & UPLIFT Testimonials 12 PM UNITY Facilitators 1 PM Panel Discussion & Miracle Makeovers Revealed 2 PM Event Ends w/ Lunch & More Shopping
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The Dallas Mavericks and American Airlines Center hosted African American Heritage Night, Saturday, February 26 with Black Letter Greek Organizations and HBCUs. Highlights of the evening included the singing of the National Anthem by the St. John Unleashed Church Choir (Grand Prairie), a special halftime performance by Ecstacy and Jalil of Whodini and the debut of new Dallas Maverick Nerlens Noel whom the Mavs traded Justin Anderson and Anderew Bogut for a day earlier. Enjoy the sights from a fantastic night of fun, food, music, fellowship and BASKETBALL! PHOTOS BY EVA COLEMAN
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Omega Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrates 25 Year Members “SILVER STARS”
Nancy Lieberman Charities Gala
SIX YEARS STRONG. Frisco ISD-TV crew members worked the red carpet once again for Nancy Lieberman Charities’ annual Dream Ball Gala, held February 20, 2017 at The Bomb Factory in Dallas. This year’s gala took place on a school holiday, making a day off definitely a day on. Working alongside media industry professionals, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center Audio/Video Production students snapped photos and snagged interviews with notables including sports legends Michael Irvin, Deion Sanders and others. They also were privileged to interview Lonnie Ali, the widow of boxing legend Muhammad Ali.
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#WhoIRunFor: Gaining Traction with Time Rick Johnson not slowing down with age and will #RunBigStar
If you could not run, what would you do instead? If I couldn't run...I would first spend a lot of my time just being depressed. After that, I would try to walk, swim, yoga and other strength training exercises. I would also probably devote more time to other things and hobbies...like guitar.
Frisco, Texas - Driven to help others achieve. Cooper Fitness Runners creator Rick Johnson has accomplished many feats in the running world, however, he says the joy he receives from helping the running community gives him the greatest rewards. We’re pleased to share Johnson’s devotion to runners of all ages to #DoSomethingBig, which can be done with their very first steps and personal goals.
Closing thoughts? Achievements are one thing...but rewards can be something entirely different. For example, starting the Cooper Fitness Runners had been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. There is a real joy in my life...devoting myself and giving back to the running community. Setting up pace teams and pacing local races has also been very rewarding. Let me put it this way: setting a personal record or winning an age group award is an accomplishment and the feeling of reward lasts a day or two... but reward of helping someone to achieve a PR or to complete a distance that once seemed impossible, lasts forever.
Who do you run for? I run for myself, for my family and to support and encourage other runners. What does running do for you? Running makes me happy and healthy. It gives me a sense of accomplishment and well being. Why will you run the Texas Big Star in Frisco April 2017? I really think it is important to support and grow our local races. Frisco is right in my backyard. Local races add a special, unique flavor that the national, corporate races cannot. Why should others #RunBigStar? Others should run Big Star to support local races...which in turn support local charities or causes. Also, it is fun to run in the community where we live.
What has been your greatest running achievement? My biggest achievement is improvement in my running and my results...even as I get older. It's a reminder that getting older doesn't always mean getting slower. Of course, it is important to set realistic goals, but we can always continue to improve ourselves. Other personal achievements are having run the Boston and New York marathons.
We look forward to running alongside Rick! The North Texas Community Giving Foundation (NTCGF) and the Tug McGraw Foundation will present the 2nd annual Texas Big Star Half Marathon & 5K at Collin College Preston Ridge Campus, 9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco, Texas 75035 on April 15, 2017 at 7:30 a.m. #WhoIRunFor is a series of stories about race participants and the passion behind their footwork.
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Dancing Beyond Borders takes 2016-2017 highlights on road Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) heads North and West with its Dancing Beyond Borders series. Both DBDT and DBDT: Encore! will perform, bringing the highlights of the dance institution’s 40th Anniversary Season to Richardson on Friday, March 3, 2017 and to Fort Worth on Saturday, March 11, 2017. Both companies will be on stage together to dance Bruce Wood® Smoke. DBDT performs… And Now Marvin by Darryl B. Sneed to a suite of Marvin Gaye songs, then The B-Side by choreographer Tiffany Rea-Fisher. DBDT: Encore! performs Unsettled Thoughts, by Richard A. Freeman-Carter. The work explores the anguish of making a heart or head decision. Later the company blends country music to contemporary dance in Country Blues by Edmond Giles. Dancing Beyond Borders - North in Richardson is supported by Texas Instru-
ments and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. The North performance will be held Friday, March 3, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. at the Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts and Corporate Presentations, 2351 Performance Drive in Richardson, Texas 75082. For tickets, call 972-744-4650 or visit www.eisemanncenter.com. Dancing Beyond Borders - West in Fort Worth is presented by American Airlines. The Star-Telegram and Indulge Magazine are supporting sponsors. The West performance will be held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at the W. E. Scott Theatre, 3505 West Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas 76107. For tickets call 214-880-0202 or visit www.ATTPAC.org. For more information regarding the Dallas Black Dance Theatre, visit www. DBDT.com.
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Mom knows best
Ask Alma: by Alma Gill
Alma Gill’s newsroom experience spans more than 25 years, including various roles at USA Today, Newsday and the Washington Post. Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@gmail.com. Follow her on Facebook at “Ask Alma” and Twitter @almaaskalma.
Dear Alma, My husband was laid off after 16 years on the job. My salary alone wasn’t enough to keep up with the bills, so we decided moving in with my mom was the best thing. She has been having health problems anyway and is in need of care, so this works out for the all of us. My mom was in the hospital a few months back and was talking out of her mind. She told the doctors that I had been mistreating her, which wasn’t true. During that time her best friend and neighbor visited regularly and knew everything that was going on. I’ve know this woman all of my life. While my mom was in the hospital this friend totally turned on me. I think she was even talking about me to the other neighbors. We had a big falling out about my mom’s care and what was really the truth. It was ugly! Anyway, I say all this to give you some background because she recently died and my mom wants me to cook and help her family out with her funeral. I’m thinking she must be crazy. Remember this woman has been awful to me, about all I can do is write a check. My friend told me about your column so I thought I’d ask your opinion? Anonymous Dear Anonymous, Excuse me while I sip on my blueberry tea. I wanna make sure I’ve got a hold of all that’s happening in your house – oh wait it isn’t, it’s your mama’s home. Now that we’ve established authority, I can understand how difficult it is to find your adult-self and your husband, moving in with your mother. You and I both can agree and recognize, clearly it wasn’t ever a part of the game plan. But let’s not be ungrateful for this blessing, at least ya’ll have somewhere to go, so don’t get it twisted. While I can sympathize with your situation (sip, sip, aaahh) hold up, why are we talking about you and your immature issues when you’re mother just lost her dear friend? Since you asked, I gotta tell you ~ this shouldn’t be about you, it’s all about your mama! Yes, by all means you should help. This woman and your mom have had a long, loving and valuable
friendship over the years. I’m sure, similar to Lucy & Ethel, Florida & Willona, Maary & Rose, you hear what I’m sayin? These women, although on television, lived as neighbors who took great care of each other. When you saw one, you saw the other. They knew each other’s business and everybody else’s business, too, for that matter, LOL. I too grew up with these friendships beautifully displayed in my old neighborhood. I watched grown women weathering the various storms of life, supporting each other through marriage and children, sometimes divorce, the loss of a child and even widowhood. Can’t you see, your mother is asking this of you because it’s just as if an aunt has died? It’s all the same to her – her best friend was just like family. She loved her and her love for her friend (your play aunt) outweighs anything you can argue, cuss or fuss about. So simmer down, reach for a cup of compassion, your mother is in a very fragile place, bless her heart. I know I hear you, ya’ll had a fallen out, WHATEVER! Even if your mother was speaking out of her mind, as you say, her friend would only show solidarity towards your mom. That’s just the way it is between friends. Fall off your high horse before I push you off, forgive that woman for the misunderstanding between the two of you, and let it go. Pick up the phone right now and offer your services to her family. You hear me! Put on your mother’s shoes and pearls, and get to stepping. Don’t you sit down and take your shoes off until the memorial, funeral, wake or whatever is over. Your mom has lived long enough to know you can’t truly love without giving, and the giving doesn’t have anything to do with money. It’s about giving of your time, offering up support that comes from your heart and unconditional care that isn’t measured. When death takes a loved one, there’s no room for discontent or the holding of a grudge. Your mother is looking to see the best rise out of her daughter, stop acting like a child. Mind your manners girl, we both know while she was in her right mind, she taught you better. Alma
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DCHHS offers Free Kidney Health Screening on World Kidney Day
In recognition of World Kidney Day (WKD), Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) are partnering to provide free kidney screenings to Dallas County residents Thursday, March 9. The health screening will be held Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., DCHHS, 2377 N. Stemmons Frwy, Suite 627, Dallas, TX 75207. The message for WKD 2017 is “Kidney Disease and Obesity.” In addition to celebrating WKD, National Kidney Month is celebrated every year in March as well. This global campaign aims to increase awareness of kidney disease and its associated problems. Worldwide, in 2014 over 600 million adults were considered to be obese. Obesity increases the risk of developing major risk factors of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), like diabetes and high-blood pressure, and it has a direct impact on the development of CKD and end stage renal disease (ESRD). “Obesity, diabetes, high-blood pressure, family history, physical inactivity and an unbalanced diet are all risk
U.S. Virgin Island Department of Tourism hosts Media Dinner By Dorothy Gentry
Looking for a great place to visit on your next vacation? There’s no place better than the U.S. Virgin Islands as local media found out during a special Media Dinner held last month at Abacus Dallas. Alani Henneman Todman, director of communications for the U.S. Virgin Island’s Department of Tourism, hosted a number of media including Texas Metro News’ Cheryl Smith, KHVN-Heaven 97’s Dareia Tolbert,
factors to kidney disease,” said Zachary 2.Eat Healthy- Cut Processed Foods Thompson, DCHHS director. “UnderProcessed foods are a significant source standing and assessing these are risks are of sodium, nitrates and phosphates, fundamentally important to your overall which have been linked to cancer, heart health.” disease and kidney disease. To raise public awareness of kidney disease, DCHHS and NFK is encourag3.Maintain a Healthy Weight- This can ing all Americans to “Heart Your Kidhelp prevent diabetes, heart disease and other conditions associatedwith Chronic neys” (#heartyourkidneys) on World Kidney Disease. Kidney Day and throughout the month of March. 4.Reduce over the counter medicine The public awareness campaign seeks Zachary Thompson Many over-the-counter medications, like to promote the importance of kidneys so ibuprofen or aspirin, may easeaches and that people understand the overall funcpains, but may harm your kidneys. tion of kidneys why they are vital to sustaining life. Take Five Steps 1.Stay Active– 30 minutes of regular exercise will help you control your blood pressure and lower your bloodsugar levels, which are vital to kidney health. Norma Adams Wade of The Dallas Morning News, Esther Davis of ION Television and PR Guru Terry Allen. The media members heard about the latest developments and diverse offerings in the destination, culinary events like Agrifest, A Taste of St. Croix and St. Croix Food & Wine Experience, as well as the Territory's Centennial commemoration this year marking 100 years since the transfer of the Virgin Islands from Denmark to the United States. The Virgin Islands is a very special place,” Todman said. “We are Caribbean and still in the United States
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5.Stay Well Hydrated - Drinking plenty of water and avoiding sugary beverages helps your kidneys clear sodiumand other toxins from the body.
Alani Henneman Todman, director of communications for the U.S. Virgin Island’s Department of Tourism speaks to area journalists. Photo by Eva Coleman
so for U.S. travelers there is no passport,” she said. “And you get to embrace the beautiful beaches, the people are warm and friendly and there is great history.” “We are celebrating our 100th year being a US Territory so this is a great time to visit.”
POLICE have not apprehended “Pookie” the serial rapist. We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers. If you have ANY information, PLEASE call Crime Stoppers
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Dallas students to receive internships
Three new schools identified to launch under transformation and innovation umbrella
Three new choice schools have been identified through the Dallas Independent School District's (Dallas ISD) Office of Transformation and Innovation Public School Choice 3.0 selection process. The new choice offerings include a neighborhood school redesigning its academic model, a school piloting an innovative approach to Montessori, and a middle school that will be open to all district students. “These innovative school models will continue to move forward our goal of expanding the range of options so that all students can attend a bestfit school that taps into their interests, learning styles, and aspirations,” said Mohammed Choudhury, interim chief of Transformation and Innovation. “Access to top-notch quality programs is critical for the long-term success of the district’s Public School Choice initiative.” Felix G. Botello Elementary School will launch next school year under the personalized learning academic model, and will continue to enroll students from its traditional attendance zone withT:5” out admissions requirements. Lorenzo De Za-
vala Elementary School will pilot a Montessori program, which would include implementation of Montessori best practices in primary grades to further accelerate student achievement. The new Montessori at De Zavala will be the district’s first Innovation Pilot School. Ignite Middle School, which is a name for consideration pending Board approval, will open in August 2018. While the location of the campus is to be determined, students will receive project-based learning in an environment that explores various career fields, at their own pace. A prominent group of Dallas ISD educators led to the design of the school. These three schools were selected from a pool of 11 proposals that were submitted during the district’s most recent Public School Choice proposal selection process. Educators both locally and nationally were invited to submit their proposed school concepts. Botello, De Zavala, and Ignite will join 15 other schools under Dallas ISD’s Public School Choice initiative, bringing the district total to 18 choice schools.
Back row - Michael Peterson of AT&T, Jay Clingman of Chase, former Mayor Tom Leppert, Bruno Garcia (Intern Fellows alum), Mark Okada of Highland Capital Management. Front row – Mayor Mike Rawlings, Isaiah Turner (Intern Fellows alum), Gillian Breidenbach of Bank of America, Keja Johnson (Interns Fellows alum), Marcia Page of Education is Freedom, Karen Devora (Intern Fellows alum), Dallas ISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Hinojosa PHOTO BY JAMES EDWARD
With a call for businesses and nonprofits to double down on recruitment efforts in this monumental year, Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings yesterday kicked off the 10th year of the Dallas Mayor’s Intern Fellows Program with an aggressive campaign to increase the number of businesses providing eight-week paid internships to Dallas public and charter high school students this summer.
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In his call to action, Mayor Rawlings asked businesses to increase the number of interns at their workplace and to recruit vendors, customers, clients and neighboring businesses. And if a company cannot sponsor an intern at their business, he said they can underwrite an intern to work at a local nonprofit agency or be a program sponsor.
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Mavs prepare for future with youthful moves
NBA Draft. His rights were later traded to Philadelphia along with a future firstSports Editor round pick in exchange for Jrue Holiday and Pierre Jackson. In what to many was a surprise In his lone season at Kentucky move, the Dallas Mavericks shocked (2012-13), Noel averaged 10.5 points, 9.5 the NBA and Mavs fans all over. Just rebounds, 1.6 assists, 2.1 steals, 4.4 blocks hours before the NBA Trade Deadand 31.9 minutes per game en route to line the Mavs acquired Philadelphia earning First Team All-SEC, SEC Defen76ers Nerlens Noel in exchange for sive Player of the Year and SEC Rookie of guard Justin Anderson, center Anthe Year honors. drew Bogut and a 2017 protected On Jan. 29, 2013, Noel set the UK first-round pick. single-game record with 12 blocked shots The addition of 22-year-old in a victory over No. 16 Ole Miss. Noel wasn’t the only surprise. The Noel suffered a torn ACL in a game Mavs bought out Deron Williams’ against the Florida Gators on Feb. 12, contract in a move that solidifies 2013, ending Kevin “Yogi” Ferrell as their present his 2012-13 and future starting point guard. New Dallas Maverick Nerlens Noel meets the season. Ferrell was signed by the Mavs media. D espite to a multi-year contract in early Febthe injury, ruary. Noel declared He originally signed a 10-day contract on Jan. 28 and for the 2013 NBA Draft following his helped the Mavs sweep a pivotal back-to-back at San Anto- freshman year. nio (1/29) and vs. Cleveland (1/30) in his first two games and He missed the entire 2013-14 scored a career-high 32 points (11-17 FGs, 9-11 3FGs, 1-2s FTs) NBA season recovering from knee and a team-high five assists at Portland (2/3). surgery. The 6-foot point guard out of Indiana became the first unAs a rookie in 2014-15, Noel drafted rookie in NBA history to score 30-plus points and also averaged 9.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, lead his team in assists. 1.7 assists, 1.8 steals, 1.9 blocks and At press time Noel was a key factor in the Mavs wins against the Pelicans and the Heat and is primed to be the start- 30.8 minutes per game in 75 games (71 starts) while garnering NBA ing center, Coach Rick Carlisle said. “We traded for him to be our starting center,” Carlisle said. All-Rookie First Team honors. The 22-year-old Noel was the “It gives us a big guy with quickness and real athletic ability that can play well in games. It’s pretty clear that he’s going to help us.” top-rated player by both ESPNU reNoel said he is happy to be in Dallas. “I’m going to work cruiting and Scout.com coming out my butt off to please the fan base and it felt great to get a win in of high school and was rated the secmy first game in a Maverick uniform.” ond-best prospect by Rivals.com. He continued, “We’ve got a lot of growth to go, meshing He will wear No. 3 with the together, but I think it is going great.” Mavericks. Seth Curry, himself only 26 and another integral part of the Mavs movement sings Noel’s praises as well. “He’s active and Mavs sign Cook and all over the place. Sometimes I’ll turn and sometimes I don’t Bentil to 10-day contracts expect anyone to be there and he’s there. He’s causing a lot of havoc on the defensive end. He’s another weapon for our team.” On Feb. 26 the Mavs signed Noel (6-11, 220) holds career averages of 10.2 points, 7.6 rookie forward Ben Bentil and rookrebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.7 steals, 1.6 blocks and 28.3 minutes per ie guard Quinn Cook to 10-day congame in 171 games (140 starts) with Philadelphia. tracts. The third-year-man out of Kentucky is averaging 8.9 Bentil (6-9, 235) was drafted points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 steals, 0.9 blocks and 19.4 minutes per by Boston in the second round (51st game in 29 games (seven starts) this season. He is shooting 61.1 overall pick) of the 2016 NBA Draft. percent (107-of-175) from the field this year. A native of Malden, Mass., Noel was originally selected by He signed with the Celtics on July the New Orleans Pelicans with the sixth overall pick in the 2013 27, 2016, but was later waived by the By Dorothy Gentry
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club on Oct. 21 after appearing in three preseason games with the team. Cook (6-2, 180) went undrafted in the 2015 NBA Draft and signed as an rookie free agent with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He played in six preseason games for the Cavaliers before being waived on Oct. 24. He played the 2015-16 season with the Canton Charge of the NBA Development League and averaged 19.6 points, 5.4 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 33.8 minutes in 43 games (37 starts) on his way to being named a 2016 D-League All-Star, Third Team All NBA D-League and the 2016 D-League Rookie of the Year. Cook was recently named Most Valuable Player of the D-League All Star Game last weekend in New Orleans. This season, he is averaging 26.1 points, 6.7 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 38.9 minutes in 35 games with Canton.
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D allas L ocal O rganizing C ommittee “OurYOUth Is Our Destiny On The Horizon” Come and join us for our 2017 Tag-Team Talent/Fashion
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