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Meet Lisa Thompson President of Xi Theta Omega (Arlington) Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
Lisa Thompson has more than 20 years experience as a dance instructor and choreographer, having also taught social and cultural dance as director of Step By Step Studio of Arlington. She has been an academic advisor at SMU and assessment coordinator for the UT Arlington. Lisa is currently the Director of the TRIO Pre-College Programs at UT Arlington. For has and the
more than 10 years, Lisa Thompson been introducing ballroom dance behavior as the choreographer of Xi Theta Omega Debutante Ball.
About the Chapter: Located in Arlington, TX, the Xi Theta Omega Chapter is a premier chapter in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, and has been serving the citizens of Arlington, Texas and the surrounding communities since 1982. Throughout the year, Xi Theta Omega provides numerous activities that benefit the community and are committed to timeless service that is “relevant to the issues facing our community today.” The Chapter members are focused on educating the community in regards to Health Issues, Economic Security, Global Poverty, Social Justice, and Leadership Development for young girls, and Scholarships for graduating seniors. Contact Information: Xi Theta Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. P.O. Box 151534 Arlington, TX 76015 Website: http://www.xithetaomega.com/ Email: lthompson@uta.edu
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Parkland expert says quitting smoking should be #1 health priority Smokers urged to quit during Great American Smokeout, Nov. 21
If there is one change people could make in their lives to most effectively prevent disease and premature death, it’s quitting smoking. According to Parkland Health & Hospital System pulmonologist Carlos Girod, MD, Chief of Medicine Services, “Tobacco use accounts for more than 440,000 deaths, or nearly one of every five deaths in the U.S. each year. Smoking cessation is the single most important step anyone can take to improve their health and longevity.” Each year the American Cancer Society encourages Americans to snuff out their cigarettes, pipes and cigars and throw away the chewing tobacco on Great American Smokeout Day, scheduled for Nov. 21 this year. In addition to causing lung cancer, smoking increases the risk of many serious conditions, including chronic obstructive lung diseases, coronary heart disease, stroke, abdominal aortic aneurysm, and multiple types of cancer, including acute myeloid leukemia, bladder cancer, cancer of the cervix, larynx and esophagus, as well as kidney, pancreatic, stomach and oral cavity (mouth) cancers. Smoking also contributes to
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A public demonstration took place on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013 at 11:00 am in front of the Earle Cabell Federal Building, 1100 Commerce Street in downtown Dallas. DFW Ethiopians will gather to protest atrocities committed by the Saudi Arabian Government authorities in various cities including Riyadh against thousands of Ethiopian migrant workers. It has been reported from credible international sources that over 20,000 migrants are under detention and hundreds have been expelled. In addition, several migrants have been subjected to severe beatings, mistreatment and sexual abuse. Over 10 migrants have been killed. MAAEC’s Executive Director, Mr. Mac Mekonnen, states that
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"The gross abuse of human rights perpetrated by the Saudi authorities against innocent migrants is a serious contravention of international law. Ethiopians in Dallas / Fort Worth as well as Ethiopians across the world call for an effective action of deterrence by the international community including the USA Government, the European Union, the African Union, the United Nations, and all organizations concerned with human rights." The demonstration is also aimed at demanding from the Saudi Arabian Government the immediate cessation of the human rights abuse against the Ethiopian migrants as well as to ensure an adequate compensation for the losses incurred by them and to respect their rights in accordance with international law.
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After receiving national attention, La Feria School Board will allow student’s tuxedo photo to be printed in yearbook; Decision has positive implications for Texas, nation
Gov. Perry names Juarez Chair of State Health Services Council
Texas School District Reverses Discriminatory Policy Against Transgender Student
WASHINGTON – Late Friday evening, the La Feria School Board in South Texas decided to allow the formal tuxedo senior portrait of Jeydon Loredo to Jeydon Loredo appear in La Feria High School’s annual yearbook. The board had previously forbidden it because Jeydon is transgender. The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization, has been working with Jeydon’s family to resolve the issue in partnership with the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). “We’re thrilled Jeydon will be getting the justice he deserves,” said HRC President Chad Griffin. “It’s a shame that it took a threat of legal action for the school board to make the right decision, but we’re grateful that, in the end, Jeydon’s photo will be included in the yearbook. Discrimination has no place in our society – especially our schools.” In late October, HRC president Chad Griffin was contacted by a friend of the Loredo family for assistance, after the family learned that Jeydon’s formal tuxedo picture would not be included in the yearbook. At that point, the family was also being denied physical copies of the photo from the photography studio, per instruction from school officials. A representative from HRC traveled to Texas to attend a meeting with the superintendent of the La Feria School District with Stella Loredo, Jeydon’s mother and urge for the issue to be resolved swiftly. When the issue remained unresolved, HRC enlisted the support of SPLC, which served as Jeydon’s legal representation in this matter. HRC launched a nationwide petition calling on the school board to allow Jeydon’s photo in the yearbook. Members of HRC’s staff have also been in La Feria, Texas assisting the Loredo family, and attended the school board meeting where Jeydon and his attorney made their case to the La Feria School Board. The day after the meeting, on Wednesday of last week, HRC and SPLC issued a letter to the school district, demanding that they allow Jeydon’s tuxedo photo to appear in the yearbook or else risk a federal lawsuit. Late Friday afternoon, an attorney for SPLC met with representatives from the La Feria School District, where attorneys for the La Feria Independent School District agreed to provide written confirmation that Jeydon’s tuxedo photo will appear in the yearbook along with the other students in his class. In addition, the district agreed to follow its own corrective policies for cases of gender discrimination and provide training for those involved, along with a comprehensive education program for the school community. The district will also expressly include gender expression in its
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry has named Jacinto Juarez of Laredo as chair of the State Health Services Council for a term to expire at the pleasure of the governor. The council makes recommendations regarding the management, operation, policies and rules for public health, mental health and substance abuse. Juarez is dean emeritus and an instructor for the Laredo Community College Department of Computer Information Systems and Mathematics. He is chair of the City of Laredo Civil Service Commission and Texas AgriLife Extension Service Family and Consumer Sciences Committee. He is also a member of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service Leadership Advisory Board and Texas Community College Teachers Association, and a volunteer director for the Laredo Federal Credit Union. He is former Laredo mayor protem, a former Laredo City Council member, and a past member of the Texas Institute for Health Care Quality and Efficiency Board of Directors, Texas Health Care Information Council, Texas Statewide Health Coordinating Council, White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics, and U.S. Census Bureau Race and Ethnicity Advisory Committee. Juarez received a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University, a master’s degree in education from Texas A&M UniversityKingsville, and a Doctorate of Education from Texas A&M University-Commerce.
MADD names Senator Wendy Davis a “2013 Legislative Champion” AUSTIN — Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has recognized State Senator Wendy Davis as one of its “2013 Legislative Champions.” The award highlights Senator Davis’ work within the Texas Legislature to stop drunk driving. “MADD applauds Senator Davis for
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authoring legislation to give law enforcement officers additional tools to enforce our DWI laws. She is a true partner in efforts to keep our streets and highways safe,” said MADD North Texas Affiliate Executive Director Jeff Miracle. “This award belongs to every Texan who has spoken out and done their part to keep our communities safe,” said Senator Davis. “More work must be done to support our first responders and law enforcement officers to stop drunk driving.” Texas currently ranks as the state with the most drunk-driving related deaths in the nation – a fact that Senator Davis is dedicated to changing. Sen. Davis helped pass legislation to enhance penalties for drunk drivers who cause catastrophic injuries to others. She also joint authored legislation with Senator Watson that increased the penalty for individuals fleeing the scene of an accident that resulted in death to 20 years.
Texas Historical Commission to hold public outreach meeting EL PASO, Texas––Individuals and organizations are encouraged to attend a public outreach meeting to share information and visual items related to the Bankhead Highway for use in a public project. Texas Historical Commission (THC) staff and representatives of the preservation planning firm Hardy-Heck-Moore, Inc. (HHM) will introduce the project and involve community members through discussion, question-andanswer session, and displays of historical Bankhead images. Please bring historical photos, postcards, maps, and other Bankhead-related items to the meeting. With your consent, HHM staff will scan or photograph materials to be included in the project. The meeting is open to the public and will be held Tuesday, December 3, 5:30–7:30 p.m. WHO: Hosted by El Paso County Historical Commission, El Paso Community Foundation, Hardy-Heck-Moore, Inc., and THC staff. The public is invited. WHAT: Bankhead Public Outreach Meeting WHEN: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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Air Force Airman Cenecia J. Booker, Bradley Simmons, Jacob Pearce, Rodney D. Holmes, Shea D. Lake and Celina G. Garcia graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airmen completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Airman Booker is the granddaughter of Lula Booker of Corinth. She is a 2012 graduate of Denton High School. Airman Simmons is the son of Tamecius and Bradley Simmons Jr., of Justin. He is a 2012 graduate of Northwest High School, Justin. Airman Pearce is the son of Eric Pearce of Carrollton. He is a 2012 graduate of Edward S. Marcus High School, Flower Mound. Airman Holmes is the son of Ardella Webb of Arlington. He is a 2011 graduate of Juan Seguin High School, Arlington. Airman Lake is the daughter of Dorla and Richard Lake of Little Elm. She is a 2012 graduate of Lonestar High School, Frisco. Airman Garcia is the daughter of Stella and Benjamin Garcia of Lewisville. She is a 2012 graduate of Lewisville High School.
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The Republican push to reduce the federal deficit solely through spending cuts is based on mythology rather than fact. That was clearly demonstrated by a series of reports issued recently by the non-partisan Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP). In a report issued Oct. 28, CBPP stated, “As a new budget conference committee seeks agreement on spending and tax priorities for the next decade, some policymakers and commentators who believe that future deficit reduction must come solely from spending cuts will likely repeat the claim that the federal government is exploding in size. The data do not support such a claim. “To be sure, total federal spending as a share of gross domestic product (GDP) rose considerably in 2008 and 2009 and remained high in 2010 and 2011, in part because GDP was unusually low due to the Great Recession and its aftermath. But spending dropped significantly in 2012 as a share of GDP and, as the latest Congressional Budget Office (CBO) data indicates, this downward trend is expected to continue over the next five years.� The report, titled “Size and Reach of Federal Government Are Not Exploding,� notes that those backing deep cuts in social programs neglect the real reasons for increased federal spending.
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public and private sectors – have been growing faster than GDP for several decades. Medicaid isn’t the cause of this systemwide cost growth; over the past decade, in fact, per-beneficiary costs have risen more slowly in Medicaid
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Yes, the federal government needs to pay close attention to future spending and revenue. But not because spending is out of control or the safety net is bankrupting the country.
The report, titled “Size and Reach of Federal Government Are Not Exploding,� notes that those backing deep cuts in social programs
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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. “We are measuring conditions that may vary from street to street,� said Dr.
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Evaluating President Obama’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 Obama’s first 100 days in office, marked on April 30. Here’s how several people from the local front graded the new president.
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“I am deeply impressed with the progress that President Barack Obama has made during the first 100 days of his administration. Already we are seeing evidence of the administration’s plan to dig our country out of recession and develop long-term, sustainable prosperity. President Obama has made two trips abroad, proving to us and to the world that he intends to repair our frayed alliances and restore our international leadership. Finally, the Obama administration’s code of ethics has brought much-needed transparency and accountability to the White House. President Obama is delivering on the change that he promised.�
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By Sen. Carlos Uresti apparent at this time of year, especially in lower income urban and rural areas. The U.S. Department of Agriculture defines a food desert as an area with few or no grocery stores that provide access to
this problem through the Urban Loan Microenterprise Support Program, a statewide lending system to urban vegetable and fruit growers in cities over 500,000; the Texas Hunger initiative, and
healthy foods. Unfortunately, food deserts affect more than one quarter of all Texas counties and one-third of its large cities. These areas often have direct links to increased rates of childhood obesity, diabetes, and increased blood pressure. The Legislature has tried to address
the Texas No Kid Hungry campaign. But despite our best efforts, hunger still has a grip on many Texans, and many others don’t have access to foods that are healthy and nutritious. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the San Antonio Food Bank is embarked on an initiative to collect 1
Sen. Carlos Uresti Americans will soon be celebrating one of our oldest and most cherished holidays. Dating back to the Colonial era, Thanksgiving’s traditions have evolved over time, but its fundamental purpose remains the same — an offering of thanks for the blessings bestowed upon our nation. But while Thanksgiving reminds us that we live in a land of plenty, it also reminds us that many of our neighbors live in need. One such need seems to be more
million pounds of food. Donations can be dropped off at any of the 26 Security Service Federal Credit Union branches in San Antonio, Boerne, Castroville, New Braunfels, Schertz, or Pleasanton; or at H-E-B stores in San Antonio. You can also make a donation on line, where $1 equals 10 pounds of food, by visiting http://www.safoodbank.org/index. php/get-involved/donate-money. And there’s also a way to get involved on Thanksgiving Day, with the Food Bank’s Great Turkey Challenge 5K, a 5k Run/Walk to help fight hunger in our community. Every $10 generated by the race helps provide a turkey dinner to a family in need. As you and your family count your blessings on Thanksgiving, please make sure that giving is part of your holiday season. Thanksgiving should be a time of plenty for everyone. When we finish that last bite of turkey and push our chairs away from the table, let’s make sure our hearts are filled as well.
MALVEAUX: What do we learn from poverty data? The Last Word by Dr. Julianne Malveaux Steven and Laurie, a white married couple that live near Richmond, Virginia, work at a big box store. She as a cashier; he in the storeroom. Each earns about $9 an hour but neither works 40 hours a week. Indeed, they are lucky to pull 40 hours a week combined. Sometimes weeks they are fortunate enough to pull 45 hours a week between them. Some weeks their combined hours are just 30. I met Steven and Laurie (not their real names) on a telephone press conference back in April. They said they had three children and also mentioned that they were white because “everybody thinks only black people get these benefits.” Seven and Laurie were troopers. They talked about buying clothes at thrift shops, searching for food bargains and planning menus around coupons, and managing to occasionally eke out a few pennies to buy occasional new things for their children. They didn’t complain, but spoke matter-offactly about their financial situation. They also spoke of looking for new jobs, but fining little available in their community. Because neither works enough hours,
neither Steven nor Laurie qualified for health insurance. Their combined incomes are so low – between about $16,000 and $21,000, that they are officially poor (the poverty line for a family of five is $27,540). They qualify for food stamps, (called SNAP, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and they consider them the blessing that helps them make ends meet. Sometime this month, though, Congress will come up from the Syria conversation to, perhaps, cut allocations for SNAP. The cut of $40 billion would deny between four and six million people food stamps. The new legislation would also allow states to require SNAP recipients to work. Some of the 12 million unemployed may not qualify for SNAP assistance, nor will childless adults who do not have work. Some restrictions may also limit SNAP assistance to three months every three years. While some states have waived SNAP requirements because of their high unemployment rates, federal legislation may prevent such waivers. The proposed cuts in SNAP is twice those proposed back in May. These cuts
are being driven by Republicans who, in their budget cutting frenzy, have been indifference to poverty. After all, the “p” word is used to infrequently in political debate, that one might think that poverty has magically gone away. Or, perhaps our legislators just don’t care. The people who receive SNAP assistance don’t conform to any stereotypes. According to the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, about twenty percent of those receiving SNAP have college degrees. Half of the recipients are white. A third of the women who get help from SNAP are over 40. Fifty thousand of those who receive SNAP assistance are veterans. So many families are food insecure because of the employment situation. The unemployment rate dropped just a tick in August, slipping from 7.4 to 7.3 percent. Still, there are 11.3 million unemployed people. More than 4.3 million people have been unemployed for more than half a year. These folks, still looking for work after more than 27 weeks, would be no longer eligible for SNAP assistance. The unemployment rates, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, clearly understate unemployment. When we count people who work parttime but want full time work, those who are marginally attached to the labor force, the overall unemployment rate rises from 7.3 percent to 14.6 percent. The black unemployment, reported at 13 percent, soars to 26 percent, a depression level of
unemployment. It is undeniable that the unemployment rate is improving, with overall unemployment dropping from 8.1 percent a year ago to 7.3 percent today. But the downward pace has been glacial, with the level of job creation (169,000) too slow to keep up with job loss. Millions will remain unemployed for the next six months or so. Against this backdrop Congress has the temerity to propose legislation that will deny millions of families SNAP benefits. Their indifference to joblessness and poverty is amazing. They’ve not exhibited similar indifference for those at the top, maintaining tax breaks for them. Steve and Laurie struggle to make ends meet. They are good, hardworking, and people just like millions of others. They work part time for economic reasons, preferring full time work. They need food stamps, and it is not clear, under proposed legislation, whether they will qualify for them. I worry about Steve and Laurie, and I also worry about the 11.3 million unemployed people, the 4.3 million who have not worked in half a year, and the two to four million families who will not qualify for SNAP. Worry is not enough, though. This is yet another reason why a people’s uprising is necessary. The uprising must transcend race lines – it ought to reflect Dr. Martin Luther King’s Poor People’s Campaign. Congress won’t change its indifference to the poor unless somebody makes them.
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– Hundreds of North Texans crowded the Angelika Film Center Monday night for the Dallas premiere of "American Winter", the latest documentary from award-winning documentary filmmakers Harry and Joe Gantz about the social safety net and the future of the American Middle Class. After the screening, Dallas County Democratic Party Chair Darlene Ewing moderated a panel featuring filmmaker Harry Gantz who traveled from Los Angeles for the event, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins and UT Southwestern and Children's Medical Center pediatrician Dr. Glenn Flores. The film portrayed eight families who were devastated by a death in the family, or bankbreaking child's illness, job loss or home foreclosure. Others worked full-time minimum wage jobs, who still struggled to afford necessities like food and
electricity bills. All panelists agreed the American minimum wage is subsidized by tax dollars for SNAP, Medicaid and other social services and believe a living wage would lift the American economy. Judge Jenkins and Dr. Flores spoke about Medicaid expansion, mental health treatment and how we all pay for the highest cost last-resort emergency room care for uninsured through our insurance premiums and property taxes. "Do something," Judge Jenkins urged the audience as the panel closed. Calls to action from the panel included calling elected officials to tell them to support a living wage and the American social safety net and helping fellow Texans get enrolled with health insurance from the Affordable Care Act online or in person with application assisters from Parkland (214-590-4900).
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Austin, TX — A majority of the U.S. Supreme Court refused to reinstate a permanent injunction entered by a federal district court last month, which means that safe and legal abortion will continue to be virtually impossible for one-third of Texas women in need to access as Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s appeal proceeds. Almost three weeks ago, when the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals allowed a requirement that physicians who provide abortions obtain admitting privileges at a local hospital to take effect, approximately one-third of the state’s licensed health
centers that were providing abortion were forced to stop providing that care immediately. When asked what she will do if she cannot access a safe and legal abortion in Texas, it was reported one woman in Harlingen said, “I think I will have to go through with the pregnancy. I don’t have the finances to travel” to San Antonio, the closest option for a woman in the Rio Grande Valley to access a safe and legal abortion (abortion is illegal in Mexico, which is within miles from Harlingen). Statement from Cecile Richards, President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America: “While we are deeply disappointed, this isn’t over. We will take every step we can to protect the health of Texas women. This law is blocking women in Texas from getting a safe and legal medical procedure that has been their constitutionally-protected right for 40 years. This is outrageous and
unacceptable – and also demonstrates why we need stronger federal protections for women’s health. Your rights and your ability to make your own medical decisions should not depend on your zip code.” The lawsuit, Planned Parenthood v. Abbott, was jointly filed on September 27 on behalf of more than a dozen Texas health care providers and their patients by Planned Parenthood Federation of America, the Center for Reproductive Rights, the American Civil Liberties Union, and the Texas law firm George Brothers Kincaid & Horton. In striking down the measure as unconstitutional after a threeday trial, U.S. District Judge Lee Yeakel said the admitting privileges requirement has “no rational relationship to improved patient care” and also “places an undue burden on a woman seeking an abortion.”
Moms across the Country want justice for 8-year-old boy shot in the face in Texas Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America calls on Dallas District Attorney and lawmakers to respond after another case of horrific gun violence In September in Dallas, Texas, a stranger shot an 8-year-old boy in the face while he was playing tag outside his home. Once again, an innocent child was a victim of our nation’s gun violence epidemic. Moms are outraged by this continued violence, and by our elected officials, who sit idly by, kowtowing to a vengeful gun lobby. Local police arrested Brian Cloninger, 46, for the shooting of Donald Maiden, Jr. on Sept. 3 and charged him with injury to a child. While no clear motive for the shooting has been determined – the only witness is 8-year-old Donald, whose mouth is wired shut as he attempts to recover – Cloninger admitted to bystanders that he had shot the child, “Because I wanted to.” Cloninger was serving a 15-month probationary sentence for a DWI at the time of the shooting. In 2002, he had previously been charged with DUI in Florida. Although he was not allowed to consume alcohol while on probation, police found a beer can in his truck after the
shooting. “This is a man with a record of making decisions that show a clear disregard for human life,” said Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. “The fact that he was able to obtain a gun is exactly why gun reform is so desperately needed.
Until we fix this, our children will continue to pay the highest price.” American children and teens are 17 times more likely to die from guns than their peers in other developed countries, and gun violence is the leading cause of death for black children, according to the Children’s Defense Fund. In addition, one American child or teen is shot and killed every 3 hours and 15 minutes. At the time of his arrest, Cloninger bail was set at $2.2 million. It has since been reduced to $1 million. “Someone who is accused of and has admitted to a crime this depraved deserves not even the slightest appearance of leniency from the
court,” said Watts. “Dangerous people like Cloninger not only deserve to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, but they should not have access to firearms in the first place.” Moms Demand Action has started a petition (http://www.credomobilize. com/petitions/shame-texas-judgefor-reducing-bond-of-man-whoshot-8-year-old-in-the-face-1) demanding the Dallas County District Attorney's office review and revoke Cloninger's bail, and publicly demonstrate their commitment to upholding justice in Donald's case. Texas members of the grassroots movement will deliver the petition to the District Attorney’s office when it reaches 5,000 signatures. Much like Mothers Against Drunk Driving was created to change laws regarding drunk driving, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America was created to build support for common-sense gun reforms. The nonpartisan grassroots movement of American mothers is demanding new and stronger solutions to lax gun laws and loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our children and families. In just nine months, the organization has more than 100,000 members with a chapter in every state in the country. For more information or to get involved visit www. momsdemandaction.org. Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ MomsDemandAction or on Twitter @MomsDemand.
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Fashion Designer launches Kickstarter Funding Campaign to get Contemporary Clothing Line Catering to Tall Women into Major Department Stores HEIGHT GODDESS Selected for Coveted "The Workshop at Macy’s” Program With petite and plus-sized clothing lines becoming increasingly more prominent, it’s somewhat surprising how little attention is paid to the tall female fashion market. HEIGHT GODDESS (HG), a Dallasbased contemporary clothing line that caters to the beauty and uniqueness of tall women, has worked since 2007 to meet the fashion needs of women 5'9" and taller through its online boutique. Since being selected from over 1,000 applicants to attend the coveted “The Workshop at Macy’s” program in New York, HEIGHT GODDESS has an opportunity for expansion by being sold in major department stores. To assist in accomplishing this longtime goal, company founder Lameka Weeks has officially launched a Kickstarter online funding campaign that will run through Dec. 19th. “Tall women have been shopping with us online and now
they may have the opportunity to purchase HEIGHT GODDESS in department stores all across the nation,” said Lameka Weeks, the 6’1 visionary and founder of HEIGHT GODDESS. “The Kickstarter funding campaign is a big deal because we really need the financial support to meet our goal of expanding. Although we may seem like a large company, we are only a two-person operation simply trying to help women with height feel more confident and beautiful in fashionable clothing that fits their taller than average bodies.” From stylish jeans and pants to classic dresses and tops, HEIGHT GODDESS is eliminating the need of tall women having to shop in the men’s clothing department.
Ranging in sizes from 4 to 20, the items featured in each collection are proportionally designed on tall fit models to ensure they are tailored
specifically for tall women. The HEIGHT GODDESS Fall/ Winter 2014 collection features the Charlotte Dress Pant, the Victoria Wide Leg Trouser, the Heather skinny jean in various colors and the Moto Jacket. “Tall women aren’t just taller than average-height women,
our bodies are also shaped differently. So it’s not just about lengthening a sleeve it’s about considering broader shoulders and an elongated torso too,” said Weeks. “The HEIGHT GODDESS clothing line is created in-house which gives us complete control regarding the fit and design of every piece.” The HEIGHT GODDESS Kickstarter campaign will run through Dec. 19, 2013 with a goal of raising a minimum of $20,000. By making monetary pledges, supporters will help place the chic and contemporary line of clothing on the racks and shelves of major department store retailers. For donations of $25 and more, supporters will receive gifts that include
New members named to Parkland Board of Managers Dallas County Commissioners have named Paula Dobbs-Wiggins, MD, and Stephanie Woods, PhD, to Parkland Health & Hospital System’s Board of Managers. Drs. Dobbs-Wiggins and Woods are at-large appointees named jointly by the Commissioners Court and replace Eddie Reeves and Roberto de la Cruz, MD, who resigned in August. “We welcome Dr. DobbsWiggins and Dr. Woods,” said Debbie Branson, chair of the Parkland Board of Managers. “With their backgrounds in healthcare, they bring valuable knowledge and important perspectives to the Parkland board. Their insights will be extremely helpful as we continue to meet the challenges and opportunities of today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment. I also
fashionable HEIGHT GODDESS graphic tees, necklaces and weekender totes. All funds raised through Kickstarter will be applied towards purchasing equipment needed to place HEIGHT GODDESS in department stores, hiring additional staff to support the new demand and expanding the HEIGHT GODDESS collection to include highly requested styles and color options. “The success of our Kickstarter campaign will show major retailers that tall women are a viable market for having clothing in their stores,” said Weeks. “We receive lots of feedback through social media from fans expressing how much they love the clothes and how HEIGHT GODDESS has changed their lives, so we’re really hoping they step up along with the overall community and support by pledging to our campaign and spreading the word.” To learn more about HEIGHT GODDESS and to support the company’s Kickstarter funding campaign please visit Kickstarter.com and www. heightgoddess.com. want to again thank Eddie Reeves and Dr. Roberto de la Cruz for their service to Parkland and the community as members of the board.” Dr. Dobbs-Wiggins is a Board Certified Psychiatrist and Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and is in private practice in Dallas. She is also an ordained minister and Adjunct Professor of the Practice of Pastoral Care at Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University. Dr. Dobbs-Wiggins received her bachelor’s degree in Biology (cum laude) from Harvard College in Cambridge, MA and her medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston. She completed her residency in Psychiatry at Timberlawn Psychiatric Hospital in Dallas. Dr. Woods, a registered nurse, is Associate Dean and Associate Professor at the Houston J. and Florence A. Doswell College of Nursing, Texas Woman’s University, Dallas Campus. Her first full-time nursing position was at Parkland Memorial Hospital. She received her bachelor’s degree from Texas Woman’s University and her master of science in nursing degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio. Dr. Woods earned her doctorate from The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing.
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November 23 1st Annual Heads Up! Celebrity Bowl-A-Thon for Charity 6pm – 10pm Central Time USA Bowl, 10920 Composite Drive, Dallas Join CAAPCO's Young Professionals Division, Counter Culture, and The Men of Nehemiah Ministry to distribute Thanksgiving food basket to needy families in southern Dallas. 8:00 a.m. The Men of Nehemiah Ministry 2010 Grand Avenue Dallas, TX 75215 For more info or to sign up as a volunteer, e-mail ypd@caapco.org BOOK SIGNING EVENT! Revoydia Jean "Re" Rollerson is an author, Health & Wellness Advocate, as well as a three-time breast cancer survivor. She will share her story of how she found the importance of diet and nutrition to achieve optimal health! Ann's Health Food Center and Market 2634 S. Zang Blvd. Dallas, TX 75224 An alarming increase in human rights violations by law enforcement agencies in Bangladesh will be the focus of a presentation and panel discussion from noon to 2 p.m. in SMU’s McCord Auditorium, 301 Dallas Hall. “People in Bangladesh have a right to live with dignity, which is not happening,” says keynote speaker Rick Halperin, director of SMU’s Embrey Human Rights Program, one of the free public event's sponsoring organizations. “This event is meant to educate and encourage people to take action.”
TEEN SUMMIT and College Fair 9am ( Vendors free to remain from1-3 to interact with parents) Location Address: Collin County Community College 9700 Wade Blvd. Frisco, TX Number of Students: 100, ages 14-18
November 25-27 holiday tradition for Dallas, the annual Behind the Scenes Noontime Performances for Dallas Black Dance Theatre return November 25-27, 2013 at Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s studios located at 2700 Flora Street. Sponsored by Nordstrom, Behind the Scenes provides a sneak peek of the upcoming season of performances of Dallas Black Dance Theatre, as well as an intimate setting between dancer and patron for getting to know more about all five performing ensembles of Dallas Black Dance Theatre
November 29 The D.J. Saved My Life(tm) is a charity-driven, turnkey concept started by Cause 360 Entertainment Group. They are Socially Conscious Movers & Shakers, Professional Socialites, and Philanthropic Trendsetters who have BIG HEARTS WHAT: The DJ Saved My Life(tm) cordially invites you to attend a blend of BUSINESS, PLEASURE & CHARITY benefiting the American Diabetes Association, International House of Blues Foundation, and DJ's 4 Charity Foundation. This event is hosted by the infamous Lynne Haze, The Daytime Diva with the Voice and Smooth R&B 105.7, and features various disk jockeys (DJ's) committed to given back to the Dallas community. 6:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. (Giving Lounge 6pm -10pm) Foundation Room Dallas (inside House of Blues) 2200 N. Lamar Street Dallas, Texas 75202 *********************************** A public exhibit of ancient and sacred relics of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni and other great Buddhist masters from India Tibet, Korea & China will be on display in Fort Worth on: Friday, November 29th (Opening Ceremony at 6 pm to 8 pm); Saturday, November 30th, (10 am to 7 pm); Sunday, December 1st, (10 am to 5 pm) at Unity Fort Worth 5051 Trail Lake Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76133 USA This event is free to attend.
December 2 Board Certified Trichologist Muysoka Muli, IAT from Narobi, Kenya will be joining Dr. Amerson for Holiday Consultations! The first 25 people to respond will take advantage of the special rate of $150.00 per person (savings of $50). So schedule your Microscopic Consultation now to ensure you have a space. Mr. Muli is an International Hair & Scalp Specialist, and is excited to come to Texas for the first time, to collaborate with Dr. Amerson. Limited appointments, so call today to schedule your appointment 817 265-8854!!!
December 4 A Reception for Judge Marty Lowy Democrat - 101st Civil District Court 5:30-7:30pm Andrews Kurth LLP 1717 Main St #3700 Dallas, Texas 75201 South Dallas: What It Takes to Become an Economically Vibrant, Desirable Place to Live, Work, Learn, and Play 11:30 a.m.—Registration 11:45 a.m.—1:15 p.m.—Program Center for Community Cooperation Oak Corner 2900 Live Oak Street Dallas, Texas 75204
******* The annual downtown Christmas Parade will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, December 6, 2013. The theme for this year’s parade is Songs of Christmas. Beginning at 6 p.m., citizens will be entertained by the festive sounds of the Phoenix School Choir at the historic Hunt County Courthouse. The parade begins at the corner of Bois D’ Arc and Lee Streets and travels westward on Lee Street; south on Wright Street; east on Washington Street and finishes at Stonewall Street, turning south to exit downtown. Marching units, horse entries and all vehicles not legal for normal street traffic will continue east on Washington to Market Square. HCDFW has been selected as the chapter to host the NAHJ regional conference. It will be held on December 6-7 at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas. Reliant will light up a new holiday tradition at the AT&T Performing Arts Center on Friday, December 6. The Reliant Lights Your Holidays event will feature a dazzling display of lights on the Center’s iconic venues and trees in Elaine D. and Charles A. Sammons Park as well as a snowfilled play area. Southwest Airlines Holiday Concert and Fireworks Spectacular will headline with country star Jack Ingram and the largest fireworks display ever held at the Center.
December 5 27th Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner Dallas Peace Center's 27th Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner Give Peace A Chance
December 6 Join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Kappa Zeta Chapter on First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating and family fun: December 6th January 3rd February 7th March 7th So come out to Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies.
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December 7 The Alpha Phi Alpha Founders Day Celebration will take place this year on December 7 at Paul Quinn College. We are honored to have General President Brother Mark Tillman as guest speaker. The activities are open to Brothers and Guests and tickets are $35 each. Tickets are available through the chapter or via Online. Listed below is a link that can be used by Alumni Brothers and Guests for Online purchases. There is a $2.92 service fee for each ticket purchased Online.
December 8 Nicole Collier, State Rep. for District 95, has teamed up with the Tarrant County Democratic Party to present "Show Me The Money: Writing Your Way to College" This afternoon seminar should be helpful for anyone who wants to attend college but is intimidated by the high costs.
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Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce Annual Member Appreciation Mixer! Where: LaQuinta Inn 12875 Seagoville Rd., Balch Springs TX 75180 Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm Refreshments will be provided Please call office or email mmaldonado@balchspringschamber. org to RSVP no later than Monday, December 2nd
December 10 Kim Cooks Toy Drive and Campaign Fundraiser 303 Grill located at 303 W. Davis, Dallas, Texas 75208 from 5:30p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fundraiser/Toy drive. New, unwrapped toys for both boys and girls of all ages is requested. These toys will benefit children who have entered into CPS foster care and did not have the opportunity to make a wish list.
December 14 1:00pm-4:00pm Where: Shiloh Church, 4702 Saturn Road, Garland, TX 75041 Description: Having a hard time shopping for the holidays with the kids in tow? Bring your children, ages 3-15 to Shiloh Church for our Holiday Express. For the low cost of $10.00, we'll keep the kids busy with fun-filled activities. Go enjoy yourself and know your children are safe in the loving arms of Shiloh Volunteers. Please register in advance from November 3rd-December 8th. For more information, call the church at 972-698-0608 or visit our website, www.shilohgarland.org.
Join Author Ann Fields on a literary scavenger hunt at 3:00 pm at Lucky Dog Books, 633 W. Davis, Oak Cliff. Free admission. Games, food, books and more. Call 214-263-7791 for more information.
December 16 “When in Rome” at AT&T Performing Arts Center! at 8:00pm, Dallas’ hit storytelling series Oral Fixation (An Obsession with True Life Tales) will continue its buzzy third season at AT&T Performing Arts Center with a lighthearted evening of juicy true stories on the theme “When in Rome.”
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Dear Alma, I have been dating “David” for over eight months, but I have never been to his house. Every time I bring it up, he changes the subject or comes up with a lame excuse. I’m not sure what to think. He will stay with me for weeks at a time, so I don’t think he’s involved with someone else. I’m confused. Hello, Confused, This situation occurs more often than you might imagine. I’ve heard it pondered by countless co-workers and plenty of sister-friends. I’m not going to make this long and drawn out. Bottom line: I suspect he doesn’t have a home. You guys are kickin’ it at your house because… No. 1: He might be married. I’m sure you’ve wondered the same thing. Or, he may be separated and still living with the wife. No. 2: He could be living with his mom. Most men would hide this temporary, oh-I’m-just-passing-thru situation. No. 3: He could be homeless. It’s tough out there nowadays, with the economy the way it is. Maybe he’s stretching when it comes to his living conditions – a few weeks at your house, a few weeks at another woman’s house and a few weeks with his mom. Trying to pull together a security deposit and first month’s rent ain’t easy. I find it more disheartening that, after eight months, you haven’t said to him point-blank, “Take me to your crib.” He’s definitely hiding something, but you aren’t being honest, either… with yourself. You haven’t made a fuss because you really don’t want to know. Truth is easier to deal with when we deny it. This is real simple. The next time he comes by, ask him. But make sure you’re ready for the answer. Alma
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Dear Alma, I’m a 60-year-old man, married to the same woman for 33 years. I recently reconnected with my high school girlfriend on Facebook. It now turns out that she will soon be visiting in my area, and we are planning to meet at a restaurant we used to go to when we were teenagers. It will be in a public place, and the owners know my wife (who won’t be there). This is not a real “date,” but it’s more than a business lunch or meal with casual friends. My ex-girlfriend is not married, and I’m not likely to leave my wife. My long-term objective is friendship. Obviously, this reunion calls for more than a hearty handshake, but how much more? A hug seems inevitable. But what kind of kiss? A Hollywood-style air kiss? A peck on the cheek? A quick kiss on the lips? Or something longer? I assume we’ll figure it out, but how do I start? Signed, can’t wait Dear can’t wait, Ok, I just slapped you upside the back of your head. Did you feel it? What’s up with you? Are you having a mid-life crisis? Why are you plotting to jump headfirst into the lake of natural-born fools? You’ve been married for more than 30 years. What an amazing blessing. You’ve both worked hard to maintain and establish this life-long commitment. Now you want to destroy it? Although you didn’t say how the conversation went with your wife, I assume you told her about this reconnect and upcoming lunch, since you’re planning to meet your old girlfriend at a local restaurant where the owners know your wife. Trust me, you’ve hurt your wife’s feelings. And if you didn’t tell her, when she finds out her feelings will be hurt. This reconnect is wrong on so many levels, and worse, it’s disrespectful to your mate. You are not available to meet your old girlfriend for lunch, breakfast, brunch or dinner. You have nothing to offer her that doesn’t also involve your wife, so don’t try. Forget the kiss. I hope you will rethink this MLC. Stop emailing this woman and cancel the lunch. The love and magic you’ve shared with your wife is far more amazing than what’s over the fence – or what would be sitting across from you at that lunch table. Alma
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Cabela's® Kicks Off Holiday Shopping Season with Free Black Friday Gifts Doors Open at 5 a.m., Friday, Nov. 29 Fort Worth, TX – To celebrate the start of the holiday shopping season on Black Friday, the four Cabela’s stores in Texas will present the first 600 shoppers in line with free gifts totaling more than $8,700. Early Black Friday shoppers will enjoy refreshments, games, entertainment, camp fires and more, starting at 9:00 pm Thursday night. The first 600 in line will have the chance to take home a Browning rifle, GoPro camera, Nikon Prostaff Range Finder,
Masterbuilt Smoker, Bushnell Binoculars or a Cabela’s gift card worth up to $100. The festivities in Allen, Buda, Fort Worth, and Waco will be part of a nationwide celebration in which Cabela’s gives away more than $400,000 in Black Friday gifts across its family of retail stores. The first 600 Cabela’s customers, ages 18 and older, will be given a mystery envelope containing information about their gift. All gifts will be distributed randomly. Winners will be able to pick up their gift at the store immediately after the store opens. Firearm winners will be required to complete a standard federal
background check to take ownership of the firearm. Cabela’s is scheduled to open at 5 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 29, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and will remain open until 10 p.m. For store location, holiday hours and giveaway details, visit www.cabelas.com/ stores. Extended hours will continue throughout the holiday season. Cabela’s will be closed on Thanksgiving Day to allow employees a chance to enjoy the holiday with their families. For additional information or to shop online, visit www.cabelas. com/fortworth.
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target SAVE on our but we ONEevolve OF THE MOST THE back, DATE AND top player in the state last warped speed pace from the welcome that challenge. ATTENDED EVENTS IN OUR COME OUT Roger B. Brown season _ Julius Randle _ traditional days. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We believe that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re COMMUNITYold-school AND ORGANIZERS 4HE THEME IS h4HE played for a private school Part of that change better than anybody on our This should be another (Prestonwood). already has occurred with schedule, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not banner Sometimes year for God boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; calms the storm. timesAcademy God And Other AAA the un-precedented move going to boast about it. Our highcalm school hoops in the his child. Which will God have to the do forfirst you today? became charter by AAA Academy from goal is to be the best team in And thereAnd arose aseveral great storm of wind, and the waves metroplex. school to win a UIL state Class 1A to Class 3A in a the metroplex, which would beatcould into the so that it was now full. And he was schools be ship, embarking championship last and season. year before realignment. place us among the best in in theroad hinder of the sleep on a pillow: on â&#x20AC;&#x153;the to part gloryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; byship, Meanwhile, they awake him, and say unto him, Master, Prime care thouPrep That once again shows the state.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end next March. dropped not that we perish? And he arose, andout rebuked of thethe UIL and how quickly times are a As wind, a matter of unto fact,theitsea,plays and said Peace abenational still. And schedule. the changing. TOP TEAMS: 1. PRIME PREP 2. shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a surprise wind ceased, and thereifwas And a great calm. he season, said at the endAnd of the It should create even DESOTO 3. KIMBALL 4. AAA ACADEMY untoschool them; why ye fearful? How is it that ye have a local onceareagain Prime Prep could earn an more excitement in the NO faith? 4:37-40) walked away (Mark with the state invitation to a national area with AAA Academy 5. PLANO WEST 6. MADISON 7. JOHN PAUL II 8. LINCOLN 9. DUNCANVILLE wasthree entered into a ship, his disciples title in And eachwhen of thehetop 10. LANCASTER 11. SOC 12. tournament, which crowns forging new rivalries with followed him. And behold there arose a great tempest classifications. as thewith mythical Madison, Wilmer Hutchins PRESTONWOOD in the sea, so much that thethe shipwinner was covered the TOP PLAYERS: Emmanuel The areabut is he loaded with And waves: was asleep. his disciples came to national champions. Prime and Roosevelt. Mudiay (Prime Prep); Myles Turner a nationally-ranked team him, and awoke him, sayingPrep Lord save us: we perish. got as far as the Heck, maybe one day (Euless Trinity); King McClure (AAA And hePrep said unto them why or you so fearful? O ye of (Prime Academy, semifinal round last season. theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll even get to play Academy); Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Angelo Allen (Kimball); littleisfaith. rebuked the winds and which No.Then 5 he in arose the and By the way, UIL schools are in the DISD Coca Cola Jeremy Combs (Carter); Terry Maston the sea; and there he arose and rebuked the winds nation) as well as several not allowed to participate in Christmas tournament, (DeSoto); Elijah Thomas (Lancaster); and the sea; and there was a great calm. But the Admon Gilder (Madison); D.J. Hogg other teams such as AAA the event. which could further raise the (Plano West) and Alex Robinson men marveled, saying, what manner of man is this, Academy, DeSoto, Plano that even the winds and the seaâ&#x20AC;&#x153;We obey Him! have(Matthew a game excitement and anticipation (Mansfield Timberview). West, Kimball, SOC, planâ&#x20AC;Śa road map, if you 8:23-27) Madison, Lancaster and we For Thought: Sometimes are like the disciples; we will,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said Leroy McClure, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recognize in the ship with us. Are maybe Lincoln that are who on isthe CEO/Superintendent at we forget who is in the ship with us. The believer verge. AAA Academy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in needs to remember who is in the ship with him at all Last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s season- the second stage right now, times. Notice how Jesus spoke to the storm once and 4707 Washington Street ~ Greenville, Texas opening battle ws, local houses of worship it obeyed. Jesusbetween sometimes and has toweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re speaksticking to man more to our Rev. Robert L. Woodson, Pastor Academy and Prime s the body AAA is one, and has many members. allThank the members that one body, being many, are one body: So also is Christ. 1Corin. 12:18 than once to get him to And obey. God mercy. plans. So, as for itof goes along, PrepAmen. was a real showcase it does give us a sense of
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THE &REEDOM &UND BRANCH IS ASKING THE PUBLIC STARTING AT WILL BE 4AMMY -UTASA OF A M WITH rest and trust God with all that concerns you. (Matthew ~ Ser vice Times: ~ the crowd wrapped around landscape, while navigating 11:28-30) BANQUET BRUNCH HAS BEEN TO PLEASE MARK THEIR CAL THE BRUNCH PROGRAM ."# $ALLAS &ORT 7ORTH START Sunday Sc hool 9:45am the building until halftime through these unchartered ONE OF THE MOST WELL ENDAR SAVE THE DATE AND ING AT A M AND 11:00am THE -# WILL BE BRANCH Mor ning Worship trying to get inside. Prayer Meeting/Bible Lesson (Wed.) 6:45pm in Journal high school You EVENTS can writeINtoOUR Ruby Grantwaters at c/o Garland ATTENDED COME OUT $RESS IS BUSINESS By the way, Prime Prep Youth/Choir/Usher/Mission/â&#x20AC;?We Care Ministriesâ&#x20AC;? News, PO Box 24, Greenville, TX 75403 or email her at basketball. COMMUNITY AND ORGANIZERS 4HE THEME IS h4HE CASUAL AND THE EVENT WILL #903.455.9841 Continued Page 7 Churc h office handed(armstrongfamily3@yahoo.com) AAA Academy its â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a PDSA first home loss (82-68) at model that we live by,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The Kuumba Heritage News the MAC.Page That4 victory August 2012 God $/240( #(,&/-( %1 +,*0+- McClure1-15, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We plan, we today? came on the heels of a do, we study and we make waves 6-point road win at highly- adjustments. And this model e was rated Houston Yates earlier is not just for basketball, and in the week for Prime Prep, but our entire organization. thou which is led by point-guard That model is based on he Emmanuel Mudiay, who four pillars _ impeccable he e said is considered a top five clarity, unwavering focus, have national recruit. tenacious discipline and â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was a good deep engagement. iples learning experience for mpest â&#x20AC;&#x153;We always keep the ith the us,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; said AAA Academy end in mind. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not -Servicescoach Tim Singleton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our just focused on the now. e to !60 130-0+ Sun. Evening 6:30 rish. goal remains the same as It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bother me that Wed. Family Prayer 7:30-8:30 pm ye of Fri. Worship 7:30 it was before that game. people think of AAA and We want to win the state Academy as a basketball Founder, Elder Wesley Pierce & 1st Lady Annette Pierce nds championship. And this school. We look forward e 3620 Washington Street Greenville , TX will only make us better to proving otherwise. We his, *:')
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