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Free Virtual Art Summer Camp Programs For Kids Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) This summer, the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) is offering a virtual contemporary art experience with free summer Virtual Art Camps.

Participants ages 6-13 may join the museum for virtual camps including Studio Arts Camp and Dynamic Design Camp from the comfort of their own home.

Campers will be introduced to mixed media, painting, drawing,

and textile arts during these fun workshops held via Zoom, and led by professional art instructors. Final projects will be featured in a virtual exhibition on MOCA’s website. Complimentary art supplies will be available for pick up at the museum once registration is complete.

When: The Virtual Art Camps will begin the week of June 8 and run

through August 14, alternating every other Tuesday and Thursday, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Dates and themes include: Studio Art Camp (Ages 6 through 9) Campers will be introduced to the world of mixed media, painting, drawing, and textile arts with this fun series of workshop classes held via Zoom by professional art instructors. Final pro-

Campers will be introduced to mixed media, painting, drawing, and textile arts during these fun workshops held via Zoom, and led by professional art instructors. jects will be featured in a virtual exhibition on MOCA’s website.

• Session 1 (June 9 and 11): Crazy Color Theory – Guests will dive into a world of color with a twist on the clas-

sics, while creating their own color wheel cars, rainbow cities and cubist pets.

• Session 2 (June 23 and 25): Pro MOCA, Page 5A

Sleep Apnea From a Doctor’s Personal Story I have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

By Howard J. Hoffman, DDS

I am Dr. Howard Hoffman.

I Snore! So what? It’s just noise. That’s what I thought.

I have always been a snorer. I was told that I was a big time snorer by my college roommates.

Then my wife and kids. They all complained!

My kids even wanted separate rooms when we were on vacation.

I was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea in 1997. At that time I had no idea what Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) was all about. Until

that moment, I thought it was just an obscure problem that didn’t concern me. Now, I know differently. I have been treating and helping people just like me and perhaps you, for over 20 years.

YOU NEED TO KNOW. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. I would like to share with you, my experiences in getting help for my own sleep apnea problem. A problem that I didn’t know I had, nor was I seeking treatment for. I have learned so much and can help you begin your

journey to be tested and treated.

Statistics tell us that 90% of the people who have OSA have not been diagnosed yet. That’s an estimated 40 million people in the U.S.. That’s 1 in 5 adults.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea has reached epidemic proportions.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea can kill. It can cause pulmonary hypertension and stroke.

Obstructive Sleep

Apnea makes almost every medical condition worse and harder to control.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is the most commonly undiagnosed common disease. Yet, hardly anyone is told to get tested and treated! I know, it happened to me. I had to figure it out on my own and figured out how to help you get through the system.

It was a daunting process finding the right doctors, getting tested, trying different treatments, and working through the insurance quagmire. It was in 1997, at a conference, that I was introduced to a dental mouthpiece, like a retainer, used in place of a CPAP machine for many patients. It is a personApnea, Page 8A

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Our City Needs To Continue Our Mission “One Hallandale Beach”

By Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper

This past weekend was so heart wrenching on so many levels. Hallandale Beach has been no stranger to gun violence and excessive use issues. While from the outside looking in, these issues seem cut and dry. As a Mayor, I have experienced unrest and the nightmare of the calls of a reported shooting. I understand that every time this happens, it’s like opening a wound that was thought to be healed. What happened to George Floyd was a crime. I also agree that Derek Chauvin is a criminal that needs to be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

His actions are not grounds for trying and convicting every officer in our United States of hate.

As we can see our Chiefs and Police Officers standing with the protesters in saying “enough is enough.”

Our Police Departments are filled with sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, Moms and Dads. They swear an oath to protect and defend our residents and to keep the peace.

They risk their lives every day.

The last thing they want to do is use force. I must say there are real criminals out there with guns ready to perpetrate crime. They do not respect our police. We need to remember these facts before casting judgment.

Years ago after concerns from the community that came about from a police officer involved in a shooting, our Police Department and City Manager took a long

Our Police Departments are filled with sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, Moms and Dads.

They swear an oath to protect and defend our residents and to keep the peace.

They risk their lives every day. The last thing they want to do is use force. hard look at our practices. We brought in an outside agency that worked with our staff to review all of our operations, especially use of force.

After the evaluation, we, like many agencies set out to implement procedures to ensure that we were following the best practices. We implemented training in de-escalation techniques, Gender and Racial Sensitivity Training, Use of Force Techniques and required body worn cameras. I, along with the commission went through the Police Training Facility to learn and understand what our officers go through in a split second. I, along with two other commissioners even were tasered. This is something every officer must go through. It was eye opening and was a real look behind the curtain that not everyone sees.

The real hard issue is how do departments fire bad police officers? I believe that every officer starts out wanting to be the best officer they can be. Once in the position is when the real tests begin and the truth comes out when they are on the street. We are all human and can make mistakes. Hindsight is always twenty-twenty. In the end after more training after reprimands, there are simply officers that are not cut out to be Police Officers.

Police Officers have special powers and special rights, this should be the case. They are working under extreme conditions and their actions in every situation must be handled in split seconds, they should be respected and they should be paid higher wages for their highrisk positions and guaranteed a pension when they are retired. I

continue to support these positions and always have. The Bill of Rights they have, are earned and deserved. The Officers Bill of Right should be used to protect officers, but not be exploited to protect officers whose actions have proven that they do not deserve to continue to wear a badge. This was once again the case with Chauvin.

Here is the main issue.

Changes needed, must be implemented from within and be transparent. Every department knows who the good players are and who are not. Our Officers need to stand up and speak out. More importantly, those that do standup need to be protected. They need to work together to bring about change within their respective organizations. In addition we should still continue the dialogue with our communities.

Many residents are not aware that the Bills of Rights in Florida is implemented on the state level. The Chiefs, Unions and State legislators need to work together on reforms.

It was a relief to see Chauvin arrested. Was the sentence enough? I pray for his family and I pray for their attorneys particularly, Attorney Crump to find justice.

It is so amazing to see Police Officers stand with protesters and kneel in solidarity. Our City needs to continue our mission “One Hallandale Beach.” We need to continue in unity to address concerns collectively, openly and candidly. Our Chief Sonia Quiñones is doing a great job. Our officers are also doing a great job. These are not just words, but are the results of past City surveys. Together, we can continue to improve and become an example of what is right in a community.

I encourage our readers to visit the City’s web-site at: www.cohb.org/covid for all updated information on what is opened and what is not. The situation continues to be very fluid.

As always, I am available anytime with your questions and concerns by phone/text at: (954) 632-5700.

Or you can e-mail me at: jcooper@cohb.org. Please visit my Facebook, MayorJoyCooper that has been reactivated. Like it, friend it, share it.

Hurricane Season Began June 1: NOAA Predicts Six to 10 Can Become Major Hurricanes The 2020 Atlantic Hurricane season began on June 1 and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts an above-normal season with an estimated 13 to 19 named storms. Of those storms, NOAA predicts six to 10 can become major hurricanes. In order to prepare for hurricane season Waste Management and www.ready.gov offer the following tips to all residents and businesses throughout Florida.

Before The Storm Trim your vegetation now. You must stop all yard maintenance and tree trimming activities at least four days prior to a storm’s approach. Secure all garbage and recycling containers. Place containers in a secure location away from open spaces. Bundle and tie down all loose trash.

Place these materials in a location where debris cannot become hazardous to homes and vehicles in high winds.

Build A Kit After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for at least 72 hours. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.

Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Most of the

items are inexpensive and easy to find and any one of them could save your life. Once you take a look at the basic items consider what unique needs your family might have, such as supplies for pets or seniors.

A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items: • Water (one gallon per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation)

• Food (at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food) • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert • Flashlight w/ extra batteries • First aid kit • Whistle to wear (to signal for help) • Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air) • Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place) Hurricane, Page 7A

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MOCA From Page 1A Portraits – Participants will work their way through all the different faces of portraiture while learning the basics of drawing, painting, and sculpting faces.

• Session 3 (July 7 and 9): Wild Weaving – Children will weave their way into the world of knitting, felting, and fiber design. They will create and decorate felted worlds, stitched stuffed animals, and woven bags.

• Session 4 (July 21 and 23): Awesome Animation – Kids will learn the basics of stop motion animation, flip books, and storytelling through drawing.

• Session 5 (Aug. 4 and 6): Printing Paradise – Guests will learn the basics of printmaking and mono-printing inspired by the retro design of MOCA’s PARADISE Courtyard.

Dynamic Design Camp (Ages 10 through 13): Hone your artistic skills during this camp, utilizing advanced art techniques. 90 minute classes will be held on Zoom and led by professional art instructors. Final projects will be featured in a virtual exhibition on MOCA’s website.

• Session 1 (June 16 and 18): Cardboard Cubism – Participants will learn the wonderful world of shapes, 3D and construction while using structure, shape and color during Cardboard Cubism.

• Session 2 (June 30 and July 2): Super Stitches – Guests will learn the basics of sewing and weaving while creating their own stitched donuts and custom pillows.

• Session 3 (July 14 and 16): Photo

Power – Photo Power is an introduction to photography through cyanotypes and pinhole camera construction.

• Session 4 (July 28 and 30): Amazing Anime – Participants will learn the basics of anime style drawing by practicing figure drawing, layout, and storytelling.

• Session 5 (August 11 and 13): Mixed Media Magic – Guests will learn about collage and mold-making, cast a perfect copy of their own finger and create a one-of-a-kind sculpture.

How/Cost: Free with the completion of

the registration form and commitment to attendance. To receive an enrollment packet, please email education@moca nomi.org. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Space is limited. The registration form must be signed by parent/ guardian and turned in/emailed prior to the child attending their first day of camp. Complimentary art supplies will be available for pick up at the museum once registration is complete. To register, please email education@mocn omi.org.

Where: Virtual via Zoom.

The Zoom login information will be provided upon registration.

About Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami The Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) is dedicated to making contemporary art accessible to diverse audiences through the collection, preservation and exhibition of the best of contemporary art and its art historical influences. MOCA is an inclusive cultural hub, embracing the

diversity that defines its dynamic community, and organizing exhibitions that propel art and ideas connected to its South Florida home into the global cultural conversation. The museum is located at 770 NE 125th Street, North Miami, FL 33161. It is open Tuesday–Sunday from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed Mondays and major holidays). Admission to the museum is $10 and free to MOCA members and North Miami residents. For more information, mocanomi.org, call 305893-6211, info@ mocanomi.org.

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From 9/11 to COVID-19 It’s Been a Perpetual State of Emergency

By John W. Whitehead The Rutherford Institute

Don’t pity this year’s crop of graduates because this COVID19 pandemic caused them to miss out on the antics of their senior year and the pomp and circumstance of graduation.

Pity them because they have spent their entire lives in a state of emergency.

They were born in the wake of the 9/11 attacks; raised without any expectation of privacy in a technologically-driven, mass surveillance state; educated in schools that teach conformity and compliance; saddled with a debt-ridden economy on the brink of implosion; made vulnerable by the blowback from a military empire constantly waging war against shadowy enemies; policed by government agents armed to the teeth ready and able to lock down the country at a moment’s notice; and forced to march in lockstep with a government that no longer exists to serve the people but which demands they be obedient slaves or suffer the consequences.

It’s a dismal start to life, isn’t it? For those coming of age today (and for the rest of us who are muddling along through this dystopian nightmare), here are a few bits of advice that will hopefully help as we navigate the perils ahead.

Be an individual. For all of its claims to champion the individual, American culture advocates a stark conformity which, as John F. Kennedy warned, is “the jailer of freedom, and the enemy of growth.” Worry less about fitting in with the rest of the world and instead, as Henry David Thoreau urged, become “a Columbus to whole new continents and worlds within you,

opening new channels, not of trade, but of thought.”

Learn your rights. We’re losing our freedoms for one simple reason: most of us don’t know anything about our freedoms. At a minimum, anyone who has graduated from high school, let alone college, should know the Bill of Rights backwards and forwards. However, the average young person, let alone citizen, has very little knowledge of their rights for the simple reason that the schools no longer teach them. So grab a copy of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and study them at home.

And when the time comes, stand up for your rights before it’s too late.

Speak truth to power. Don’t be naive about those in positions of authority. As James Madison, who wrote our Bill of Rights, observed, “All men having power ought to be distrusted.” We must learn the lessons of history.

People in power, more often than not, abuse that power. To maintain our freedoms, this will mean challenging government officials whenever they exceed the bounds of their office.

Resist all things that numb you. Don’t measure your worth by what you own or earn.

Likewise, don’t become mindless consumers unaware of the world around you. Resist all things that numb you, put you to sleep or help you “cope” with so-called reality. Those who establish the rules and laws that govern society’s actions desire compliant subjects. However, as George Orwell warned, “Until they become conscious, they will never rebel, and until after they rebelled, they cannot become conscious.” It is these conscious individuals who change the world

This year’s crop of graduates were born in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, and because of this COVID-19 pandemic they will miss out on the antics of their senior year looking toward an uncertain future. for the better.

Help others. We all have a calling in life. And I believe it boils down to one thing: You are here on this planet to help other people. In fact, none of us can exist very long without help from others. If we’re going to see any positive change for freedom, then we must change our view of what it means to be human and regain a sense of what it means to love and help one another.

That will mean gaining the courage to stand up for the oppressed.

Refuse to remain silent in the face of evil. Throughout history, individuals or groups of individuals have risen up to challenge the injustices of their age. What we lack today and so desperately need are those with moral courage who will risk their freedoms and lives in order to speak out against evil in its many forms.

Pitch in and do your part to make the world a better place.

Don’t rely on someone else to do the heavy lifting for you. Don’t wait around for someone else to fix what ails you, your community or nation. As Mahatma Gandhi urged: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”

Stop waiting for political saviors to fix what is wrong with this country. Stop waiting for some political savior to swoop in and fix all that’s wrong with this country. Stop allowing yourselves to be drawn into divisive party politics. Stop thinking of yourselves as members of a particular political party, as opposed to citizens of the United States.

Most of all, stop looking away from the injustices and cruelties and endless acts of tyranny that have become hallmarks of American police state. Be vigilant and do your part to recalibrate the balance of power in favor of “we the people.”

Finally, prepare yourselves for what lies ahead. The demons of our age—some of whom disguise themselves as politicians— delight in fomenting violence, sowing distrust and prejudice, and persuading the public to support tyranny disguised as patriotism. Overcoming the evils of our age will require more than intellect and activism. It will require decency, morality, goodness, truth and toughness.

The only way we’ll ever achieve change in this country is for people to finally say “enough

is enough” and fight for the things that truly matter.

It doesn’t matter how old you are or what your political ideology is: wake up, stand up, speak up, and make your citizenship count for something more than just voting.

Pandemic or not, don’t allow your freedoms to be curtailed and your voice to be muzzled.

It’s our civic duty to make the government hear us—and heed us—using every nonviolent means available to us: picket, protest, march, boycott, speak up, sound off and reclaim control over the narrative about what is really going on in this country.

Mind you, the government doesn’t want to hear us. It doesn’t even want us to speak.

In fact, as I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People, the government has done a diabolically good job of establishing roadblocks to prevent us from exercising our First Amendment right to speech and assembly and protest.

Still we must persist.

So get active, get outraged, and get going: there’s work to be done.

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Consider adding the following items to your emergency supply kit based on your individual needs: • Cloth face coverings (for everyone ages 2 and above), soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces • Prescription medications • Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives • Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution • Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes and diaper rash cream • Pet food and extra water for your pet • Cash • Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person • Complete change of clothing and sturdy shoes • Fire extinguisher • Matches in a waterproof container • Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items • Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils • Paper and pencil • Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children Hurricane Preparedness for Condo Dwellers Living in an apartment/condo community poses some unique

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considerations for hurricane preparedness. Sharing your walls and communal areas mean some actions are your responsibilities, while others depend on your neighbors and management. The following tips will help apartment dwellers be prepared in case of a storm.

Make sure the apartment is in good repair and safe for you to shelter-in-place.

Bring inside any outdoor furniture, planters and other items from patios and balconies. Get shutters or panels for your sliding glass doors and windows. Ask the building’s management or landlord if a specific style is required. If you’re a renter, ask if your landlord provides them and who will put them up before the storm.

Identify your safest room, probably an interior bedroom, bath or hall, and stay there when windy conditions become threatening. Consider sheltering in an apartment on the lower level if you live on a higher floor.

Storage space in apartments is often limited so storing your supplies may be challenging. If your kitchen is small, find space in a closet, under the bed or even behind the couch. Fill bathtubs and the washer with water that can be used to flush toilets and for sanitation needs.

Don’t stand near windows during a storm, and keep your curtains drawn. The National Hurricane Center advises against using tape since it can cause a false sense of security and also lead to larger, more dangerous shards of glass blowing through your apartment.

Confirm with your apartment’s administration what is covered by its insurance. Contact your agent to insure your personal property and to buy flood insurance, if it is not included. Assess your assigned parking spot and, if necessary, take your car to another location away from possible flooding and falling debris.

More tips for hurricane preparedness are available on http://www.ready.gov/ or https://www.fema.gov.

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Apnea From Page 1A alized fitted appliance made only for you and your situation by a dentist who has been trained to help you. That’s when I learned about OSA. I was shocked to learn how serious it is. When I learned about the symptoms, it sounded like me. But, how could I have OSA? Ultimately, I did get tested and found out that I had severe sleep apnea! I was told to use a CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) machine.

All this time I kept wondering, why didn’t my doc say something?

He was about my age. Out of medical school over 25 years. I learned that up until about 5-10 years ago, medical students didn’t have but 1 or 2 days, tops, learning about sleep apnea.

What if he slept through the class?

Have you noticed how many patients your doctor has to see everyday? Many are on a treadmill in their practice. What a shame! The gatekeeper doctors are so busy that many OSA patients are slipping through the cracks. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has recommended that ALL patients with hypertension or diabetes should be tested for OSA. I learned that Obstructive Sleep Apnea is DEADLY and I WAS SCARED! I didn’t feel like I used to feel. Although still young, I felt years older than I was. I was really worried and didn’t know what to do or where to turn for advice on how to approach this. I was on blood pressure meds, overweight, and miserable on the inside. More often than not, my wife slept on the couch. My employees thought I was a big grouch. I became lethargic and depressed.

I had to get tested, find and spend the night in a sleep lab, make all of the arrangements, and OY.. deal with the insurance company!

I had so many questions.

What would be the recommended treatment? Would I have to sleep with a mask on my face attached to a machine with a hose? Are there other options?

I needed answers. A solution.

Why wasn’t my doc taking me seriously, the insurance company? Why didn’t they seem to care? I was afraid to go to sleep.

It kept me up nights.

Was I going to die? SOON? Were they going to say? .. “he died peacefully, in his sleep” Really?

My sleep was anything but peaceful, often waking myself up during the night.

And then.. It hit me- There

was only one person who really cared about me getting better and that’s when I became my own advocate..

I read everything that I could get my hands on about Sleep and Sleep Apnea and I learned what I had to do. I figured out how to get through the system. It wasn’t easy but … I took control.

I developed my own Personal Action Plan. I found the right doctors and worked through the insurance debacle. I did it! I am

me again. I work out almost every day.

I got tested and I got treated! I will never be cured. We still can’t cure Sleep Apnea, but like diabetes, if we are careful and do the right things, we can manage it.

I get to speak to people everyday, who have sleep apnea. The story is always the same. I hear the uncertainty.

The fear. I hear the self denial and excuses. “I just snore a lit-

tle bit.” “ I just have to lose a few pounds.” “It’s no big deal”. But it is.

There is a lot of help out there right now. There are new programs that make testing very easy. It can often be done in your own home and there are treatment options based upon the severity of the apnea.

You can schedule with sleep physician and begin your journey by calling 1 (866) 4753370.

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Sanitizing

toms of irritation in the eyes, skin, and airways. For example, the “black mold” Stachybotrys, along with some other types of mold, produces toxins known as mycotoxins that can cause irritation of the skin and airways in susceptible individuals.

Sometimes, people may develop severe reactions to mold exposure, but cleaning and sanitizing by professionals can help mitigate the health issues.

From Page 1A water damage and restore flooded properties. The water damage restoration process is highly regulated in order to ensure that properties damaged by flood or sewer events can be effectively restored to a safe space for a homeowner to remain safe during the cleanup.

You need a company such as 1st Priority Restoration who you can trust.

The process is simple, when 1st Priority Restoration arrives, they will thoroughly walk through your home and discuss the areas that need to be cleaned & restored. Your insurance company adjuster or claim representative may recommend what and how your home should be cleaned, but in the end it is your decision.

In the past month, we have all heard the word “Mitigation” more times than we can count, but with water damage that is exactly what needs to be done.

Water damage restoration shouldn’t stop at restoring back your real estate back to proper functioning. Inspect underlying causes that caused the water damage in the first place and make sure there won’t be a reoccurrence. Repair structures and replace materials to make your property safe for years to come.

If your property has been exposed to water damage you may have to do water mitigation.

Strict actions are required in water mitigation such as removal of damaged materials such as drywall and flooring. Molds and mildew that have accumulated in areas in your property will be disinfected and deodorized to restore a healthy environment.

Further cleaning and deodorizing should be done to make sure your real estate is back in top shape.

Water damage mitigation should happen immediately after flooding or water buildup. Take action immediately because letting your property sit in water causes further damage and expense. Materials soaking in water collect microbes and spread water-borne diseases.

Furniture, wood flooring, and walls will crack, sag and collect fungi after prolonged exposure to moisture. If your property is particularly old, it may be time to replace materials such as pipes to prevent a reoccurrence of water damage. If pipes are behind walls, it may require more extensive repair.

The water mitigation process will depend on how long your property has been exposed to water. Air humidifiers and drying equipment must be turned on round the clock in areas with severe water damage. Mold spores are especially dangerous to health and thorough cleaning and disinfecting should be done as part of the water damage mitigation. It is advisable to get the temperature, humidity, and moisture of your property tested to see if it has been restored to normal standards, 1st Priority professionals can handle the entire process. After 1st Priority Restoration evaluates the work and equipment needed to clean your home, they will provide you with an estimate or contract for their services.

LEAK DETECTION One tiny water leak can create huge problems in a home or business. An undetected water pipe leak will not only dramatically increase your utility bills, but it can also lead to even more expensive water damage and mold. If you’ve had higher than average water bills, constantly have to refill your pool or hear running water it’s time to call the leak detection specialists at 1st Priority Restoration.

Is water pipe leak detection possible if the pipes are behind a wall? Yes, using the newest state-of-the-art detection tools highly trained technicians are able to locate water pipe leaks that are hidden behind walls.

They can even provide water plumbing leak detection within concrete slab foundations. Will insurance cover the cost of plumbing leak detection services? That all depends on your home insurance plan. In many situations, when there is a need for water damage restoration many insurance companies will cover the related costs. 1st

A persistent cough can be be caused from exposure to damp and moldy environments which can lead to a variety of health effects. Mold & viruses can enter your home through open doorways, windows, vents, and heating and air conditioning systems.

Priority Restoration representatives can work directly with your home insurance company to verify the need for the plumbing leak detection service, cause of the problem and the repairs that will be required to remedy the situation.

MOLD AND YOUR HOME Mold is found both indoors and outdoors. Mold can enter your home through open doorways, windows, vents, and heating and air conditioning systems.

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Black Activists Condemn Nationwide Rioting “The Left is ‘Fighting For’ Blacks While Also Demolishing Our Neighborhoods and Ruining Our Lives”

By Project 21 - Black leadership Network

Saying people need to “stop rationalizing and excusing criminal activity,” members of the Project 21 black leadership network condemned the politically motivated riots that have erupted across America, and applaud the possibility of Antifa being designated a domestic terrorist organization.

Project 21 was founded 28 years ago in the wake of the 1992 Los Angeles riots to highlight black Americans willing to speak out for law and order and to show the political diversity of the black community.

On the five-year anniversary of the riots in Ferguson, Missouri, Project 21 members met with the mayor and city council members of that city to discuss ways they could implement policy recommendations found in Project 21’s “Blueprint for a Better Deal for Black America.”

The Blueprint, published in 2018, contains 57 policy ideas “to remove barriers blocking blacks from reaching their full potential.”

Project 21 similarly sought to work with the mayor and city council of Baltimore, Maryland in the wake of President Donald Trump’s comments and tweets that called for more governmental accountability related to crime and quality of life there.

Today Project 21 members condemned the irrational, counterproductive and politically motivated nature of those rioting after the police-involved death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

Project 21 Co-Chairman Stacy Washington: “Expressing grievances to our elected officials in the form of protest is a time-honored tradition. But what

“A riot is the language of the unheard.”

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said this during a speech he called “The Other America.” Project 21 members condemned the irrational, counterproductive and politically motivated nature of those rioting after the police-involved death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. we are watching unfold across the country is a coordinated effort to destroy the rule of law and order in our communities and to gin up racial tension. In video after video, we see masked white protesters dressed all in black destroying property in black neighborhoods. And it’s blacks who are trying to stop the Antifa protesters from defacing small businesses. President Trump has rightly suggested declaring Antifa a terrorist group.

What we need is for everyone to take a step back. The officers who killed George Floyd will be tried and judged by a jury of their peers. That is the system of justice that we have and cherish here in America. I’m praying for peace.”

Project 21 Member Christopher Arps: “Every American of good conscience was sickened by the death of

George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer with a troubled past. I also believe that every American of good conscience is sickened and angered by rioters and anarchists who are taking advantage of protests to loot and burn private and public property. I said during the Ferguson uprising over five years ago that legitimate protestors must speak out forcefully against those who have infiltrated their ranks as just a cover to cause mayhem, confusion and destruction. I also said they must limit their demonstrations to daylight hours only in order to differentiate themselves from the lawbreakers. Obviously, our nation still needs to have conversations on race but this is not the way to initiate it.”

Project 21 Member Derryck Green: “People have frequently quoted Dr. Martin Luther King

that ‘a riot is the language of the unheard’ to justify the rioting, looting and vandalism across America in response to the police-involved killing of George Floyd. But Dr. King also said that riots are ‘socially destructive and self-defeating.’ Riots are counterproductive because they undermine any moral authority ? real or presumed ? associated with the pursuit of justice. The opportunistic practice of destroying private property has nothing to do with justice. People should stop rationalizing and excusing criminal activity.”

Project 21 Founding Member Deroy Murdock: “Rioters have looted George Floyd’s spotlight.

In raping and pillaging dozens of American communities, these hoodlums have shifted the nation’s attention away from Mr. Floyd’s atrocious killing at the hands of the malicious

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Instead, Americans are focused on the mayhem and bedlam that are tearing our republic in two.

Once again, the left is ‘fighting for’ blacks while also demolishing our neighborhoods and ruining our lives. Enough is enough!”

Project 21 Member Marie Fischer: “I understand the anger, but I do not understand destroying your own neighborhood to protest an innocent man’s murder. I do not understand many who are bailing out these ‘protesters’ as a sign of support.

How about you fund the minority business owners whose stores and businesses have been destroyed by rioters? They should fund those who were and are building these communities instead of the ones tearing them down under the guise of social justice ? which in this case is neither social nor just.”

Project 21 Member Martin Baker: “Protesting wrongs and seeking redress is something that is guaranteed by our Constitution and is something I encourage any and all to do as it becomes necessary and appropriate. But let’s do as the Bible says and do those things ‘decently and in order.’ Rioting and looting will never get any rogue officer fired or arrested.

And you are wasting your time and breaking the law yourself, thusly making you as criminal as those against whom you purport to be protesting.”

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