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Why We Love Ruby Dee and Will Miss Her — Groundbreaking Actress and Civil Rights Activist Dies At Age 91 New Rochelle, NY — Ruby Dee, a well-respected actress and civil rights activist, has died at the age of 91. Her career spanned stage, radio, television and film, and she was also known for her active role in helping promote the cause of blacks in the entertainment industry. Her surviving daughter commented, “We have had her for so long and we loved her so much. She took her final bow last night at home surrounded by her children and grandchildren.” Born in Cleveland, Ohio, but raised in Harlem, New York, Dee, who was married for 56 years to actor Ossie Davis, starred in several projects alongside her husband. The two

were even arrested in 1999 for protesting the shooting death of Amadou Diallo, an unarmed African immigrant in New York City. They were also known to be close friends with baseball star Jackie Robinson and his wife, Rachel. Her husband died back in 2005. Dee was best known for her 1961 role in “A Raisin in the Sun” with Sidney Poitier, but she also starred as a leading cast member in the soap operas in the 1950s and ’60s. She also played Mother Sister in Spike Lee’s 1989 film, “Do the Right Thing,” alongside her husband, and in 1990, she won an Emmy as supporting actress in the

Actress Ruby Dee with husband actor Ossie Davis on this February 1961 cover of Ebony Magazine

“Decoration Day” mini-series. Her last role was in the 2007 film “American Gangster,” in which she played the mother of Frank

Lucas (Denzel Washington’s character) and was nominated for the best supporting actress award. Dee will be missed by her many friends, family and fans from all over the world. Filmmaker Spike Lee, who cast both Dee and her husband Davis in several of his movies, said on Instagram: “I’m crushed by this bad news and I know Ruby has already been embraced in a warm loving hug from her life partner of 57 years — Mr. Ossie Davis.” Al Roker posted on Twitter: “Another legend has left us. God Bless. Ruby Dee died peacefully at home of age related causes. She was 91 years old.”

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1963 Civil Rights March on Washington

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Carver National Monument announces the Park’s 71st Carver Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, July 12 See story on page 11

– the landmark 1954 Supreme Court case declaring that racial segregation of children in public schools was unconstitutional. The challenge was personal -- Oliver L. Brown, namesake of the case, was her father, and one of the many who joined a

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challenge that changed America. So it’s fitting that Cheryl and her sister Linda Brown Thompson will be the guest speakers July 31 in Springfield during a national traveling exhibit July12Aug. 22 at the Library Center, “Changing America: The Emancipation Proclamation, 1863 and the March on Washington, 1963.” The events are sponsored by the Springfield-Greene County Library District and the Greater Springfield Race & Faith Collaborative. continued on page 2

Koch Brothers Donate $25 Million to UNCF (TriceEdneyWire.com) - The conservative Koch Brothers announced that they have donated $25 million to the United Negro College Fund, whose members include 37 Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The donation from the Koch Industries Inc. and the Charles Koch Foundation will provide nearly 3,000 merit-based awards

to African-American undergradits administration. Funds will uate, graduate be provided and post-doctorfor exemplary ate students. students with Key elements demonstrated of the donation financial need include: and an interest • $18.5 milin the study of lion is directed entrepreneurCharles and David Koch to the UNCF/ ship, economics continued on page 6 Koch Scholars Program and

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continued from page 1 The Browns will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in the Central High School auditorium, 432 E. Central St. The event is free; parking is in the high school lots. Handicapped- access door is on Jefferson Avenue. The program will include a short video about the landmark case and an audience Q&A. The Library Center is the only site in Missouri until 2015 that the public can view the exhibit. It explores the relationship between two great people's movements for equal rights, while the Brown sisters will talk about how their father and many others sparked one of the most significant judicial turning points in the development of the nation.

The exhibit examines the events leading up to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, and the March on Washington in 1963. Both grew out of decades of bold actions, resistance, organization, and vision. One hundred years separate them, yet they are linked in the larger story of a struggle for liberty which brought together different races, classes and ideologies and had a profound impact on the generations that followed. “Changing America” is presented by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture and the National Museum of American History in collaboration with the American Library Association Public Programs Office. The traveling exhibition is made possible by the National

City of Springfield project bids Open for business – Open to all The City of Springfield Division of Purchases welcomes all contractors and vendors to participate in the City’s bid opportunities for providing needed supplies, equipment, and services to the City. Information and notification about bidding is open to all, and there is never a charge. To view or download all current documents for bidding opportunities with the Division of Purchases, please go to our website at: Springfieldmo.gov/purchasing, and click on ‘Bid Processing Center.’ Contractors, consultants and other types of vendors may also sign up to receive notifications of the City’s future bid opportunities based on the type of services they provide. This service can be found by clicking on ‘Bid Notification Service’ on the Purchasing website. There is a fee (for use of a third party notification service). The City’s Department of Public Works also uses the City website to let contractors know about upcoming construction projects. Go to Springfieldmo.gov/departments/publicworks and look for the ‘Notices To Contractors’ box. The links will direct you to a virtual plans room for more information on projects.

Endowment for the Humanities: Exploring the human endeavor. The Library District and Race& Faith Collaborative are offering free programs and other public events in connection with the exhibition. “We are pleased to have been selected as a site for this exhibition,” said Gay Wilson, Planning & Development Librarian. “The

Schedule of Events • Exhibit Opening Ceremony, Saturday, July 12, 1-3 p.m. Library Center auditorium. H. Wes Pratt, Missouri State University equal opportunity officer, will discuss how these historical events grew out of bold actions and vision. The band Geezer will perform protest songs that energized popular causes including the Civil Rights Movement. • Marching Towards Justice: Nannie Helen Burroughs and the Quest for Race Equality, Tuesday, July 15, 7 p.m., Library Center auditorium, for adults. Dr. Angela HornsbyGutting, associate professor of history at Missouri State University, will talk about race activist Nannie Helen Burroughs. • Book Discussion, “Kindred,” Thursday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. Brentwood Branch Library, “Kindred” by Octavia Butler. • “The Loving Story,” Saturday, July 19, 1 p.m., Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., for adults. Free admission. This 2012 HBO documentary follows interracial couple Richard and Mildred Loving, convicted of miscegenation after they were married in 1958. • Dr. Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement, Tuesday, July 22, 7 p.m., Library Center auditorium. Dr. King’s rhetoric and the Civil Rights Movement transformed the nation. Dr. Richard Schur, professor of English at Drury

dramatic story of how these two pivotal events came into being, a century apart, and how each helped put the nation on a course toward fulfilling its commitment to liberty and justice for all, is one that can inspire all Americans.” For details about this event, contact the Library’s Community Relations at 616-0564 or 6160566. University, will explore King’s speeches and how his message changed over his lifetime. Shur will consider the country’s progress regarding race relations and identify areas where we need to draw on the spirit of King to advance the cause of freedom. • “Slavery by Another Name,” Tuesday, July 29, 6 p.m., Library Center auditorium. This 2012 PBS documentary challenges the belief that slavery in the United States ended with the Emancipation Proclamation. The film tells how, even as chattel slavery ended in the South in 1865, thousands of AfricanAmericans were pulled back into forced labor with shocking force and brutality. • Book Discussion “March: Book One,” by John Lewis. Wednesday, July 30, 7 p.m., Library Center auditorium. • Brown v. Board of Education and How it Changed America, with Sisters Linda Brown Thompson and Cheryl Brown Henderson, Thursday, July 31, 7 p.m., Central High School auditorium, 432 E. Central St. Linda Brown Thompson and Cheryl Brown Henderson will share their experiences as daughters of the named plaintiff in the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case, Oliver L. Brown et. al. vs. the Board of Education of Topeka. • American Experience: “The Abolitionists” Sunday, Aug. 3, 1:30-4:30 p.m., continued on page 3

71st Annual Carver Day Celebration: Commemorating the life of G.W. Carver

Diamond, MO— George Washactivities, Junior Ranger station, ington Carver National Monuand much more. The park's new ment is pleased to announce the film Struggle and Triumph: The park's 71" Carver Day celebraLegacy of George Washington tion to be held on Saturday July Carver is scheduled for release. 12, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Recognition ceremonies will The public is cordially invited also be held for award winning to attend this annual event compark volunteers and the George memorating the life of George Washington Carver scholarship Washington Carver recipient. The Diaand the establishment mond Lions Club will of the national monuprovide a food concesment in his honor. sion. Admission is FREE. The National Park Special speakers Service's A Call to this year include Dr. Action Strategic Plan Eulanda Sanders, charts a path toward Donna Danielson Prothe 2016 centennial of fessor in Textiles and the National Park SerClothing, Iowa State University and Dr. Anvice. One action conGeorge W. Carver drew Manu, Professor cept, History Lesson, of Agronomy and first person showcases the meaning of parks appointed George Washington to new audiences and provides Carver Chair at Iowa State Unian- opportunity for communities versity. Bright Star Tour Theatre to learn more about their heriwill offer a production of George tage. In response, Carver Day Washington Carver and Friends, celebrates the African American an engaging and interactive play experience through guest speakthat promises fun for all ages. ers, storytelling, music, and Musical performers include area educational programs. church choirs, Lem Sheppard, Please call the park at 417blues, jazz and folk guitarist; Sensational Wonders; and gospel 325-4151 between 9:00 a.m. and blues singer and guitarist, Rever- 5:00 p.m. for further information. Visit our website at www.nps. end John Wilkins. gov/gwca and Facebook page. Activities are scheduled The park is located two miles throughout the day including west of Diamond, Missouri, on storytelling, exhibitors, musiHighway V, then south 1/4 mile cal performances, guided tours, on Carver Road. educational programs, children's

Drury Scholars prepare local AfricanAmerican students for college careers Springfield, MO— In June, Drury Scholars began its seventh summer of providing academic and cultural enrichment for local African-American middle school and high school students. The Scholars program began

in 2008 with 15 African American males in an attempt to close the racial achievement gap. It has since expanded to include young females and grown considerably. This year, about 45 students were in the weeklong program. It began over the weekend

with a trip to Little Rock, Arkansas where students explored African-American historical sites such as Little Rock Central High School, a key location in the fight to desegregate public schools in the United States. The Scholars focused on college readiness by writing essays for admission and scholarship applications, and studying for the ACT. They also meet with local black leaders and entrepreneur. Classes with Drury faculty are also part of the curriculum. For more information about Drury Scholars, contact Dr. Peter Meidlinger, (417) 8737469, pmeidlin@drury.edu

New Growth Ministries to Open Private Christian School

Springfield, MO— The Christian Educational Cooperative, (CEC) in collaboration with New Growth Ministries, will open a private Christian school in the Fall of 2014. The school will focus on "Helping Children Achieve Success in Life through a solid foundation in their early beginnings in moral instruction, compassionate training, and a classical based education in excellence." according to school organizer, Barbara Smith Classes will start this Fall 2014, K through 12th grade. For more information, contact Barbara Smith at 417-496-8333.

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A Directory of local and regional health resources AIDS Federal hotline; 24 hours a day, everyday, including holidays. 1-800-590-AIDS (2437) Local office: 417-881-1900 Alzheimer’s Association 417-886-2199 Alzheimer's Dementia Workshop Lynette Adams Springfield, MO Any size class available 417-866-6878 American Stroke Association Learn more about strokes by calling 1-888-4-STROKE Cancer Resource Network 1-800-227-2345 Diabetes Hotline Division of Cox Medical Center North 417-269-3737 Medicare Information Medicare Information Hotline 1-800-494-7355 Mental Health Crisis Hotline Counseling needs & crisis intervention 1-800-494-7355 National Parkinson Foundation Education, announcements, links to related sites 1-800-327-4545 www.parkinson.org OTC Dental Hygiene Clinic Provides low cost dental care for adults and children; performed by students under the supervision of faculty and local dentists. Cleanings, X-rays and exams For adults $50. for children $35. Call 417-447-8835 to make appt. DHSS/ Office Of Minority Health The mission is to eliminate health disparities through assertive leadership, advocacy support, and visible interaction with minority communities in Missouri. Call: 1-800-877-3180

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Health & Mental Fitness Cooling Centers Provide Relief from Summer Heat Jefferson City—The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the State Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service promoted Missouri Summer Safety Week on (June 22-28) to highlight the risks and dangers associated with excessive heat. Missourians can find a public cooling center near them by visiting MO.gov. Through the online cooling center directory at MO.gov, users can simply enter a zip code, city or county to find a cooling center nearby. "Excessive heat and humidity can cause health problems, particularly for the elderly and people with pre-existing health issues,” said Gail Vasterling, director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. "Summer Weather Safety Week is an opportunity to review the precautions we should be taking during periods of high temperatures, not only for ourselves, but for those who are particularly vulnerable to the heat." In 2013, the Department of Health and Senior Services reported 14 heat-related deaths in Missouri. Remember these basic tips to protect you and your family during severe heat and heat emergencies: • Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone. • Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles. • Eat light, well-balanced meals at regular intervals.

• Drink plenty of water and limit intake of alcoholic beverages. • Wear loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothes that cover as much skin as possible. • Protect your face and head by wearing a widebrimmed hat. Wear sunscreen. • Avoid strenuous work during the warmest part of the day; use the buddy system when working in extreme heat and take frequent breaks. • If you do not have air conditioning, consider spending the warmest part of the day in pub-

lic buildings such as libraries, schools, movie theaters, shopping malls and other community facilities. • Be aware of medications that may impair the body's response to heat, including antihistamines, tranquilizers and some medications for heart disease. The National Weather Service has additional information on staying safe during excessive heat, as well as lightning safety at http://www.crh.noaa.gov/lsx/ ?n=summerweathersafetyweek. To find the cooling center nearest you, please visit MO.gov

PHEN Hosted Prostate Health Educational Symposiums in Partnership with Churches in 16 Cities Boston, MA – The Prostate awareness within Black comHealth Education Network munities in their fight against a (PHEN) partnered prostate cancer crisis with churches in existing throughout 16 cities to host Black America. groundbreaking The Prostate Health prostate health Education Network, educational symInc., (PHEN) is a nonposiums within profit 501(c)3 organizaAfrican-American tion founded in 2003 by communities. Thomas A. Farrington, The host churcha prostate cancer Thomas A Farrington es had a collecsurvivor and author of tive membership of more than the books, Battling the Killer 100,000 persons. In addition, the Within, and Battling The Killer symposiums, which were free Within And Winning. PHEN and open to the public, reached is recognized as the nation’s out and attracted attendees leading prostate health patient from throughout each city. The education and advocacy orgasymposiums addressed the need nization with a focus on African for increased knowledge and Americans.

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continued from page 2 Library Center auditorium. The 2013 PBS special dramatizes how abolitionist allies turned a despised fringe movement against chattel slavery into a force that changed the nation. • American Experience: “Freedom Riders,” Thursday, Aug. 7, 6-8 p.m., Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Drive. This 2010 PBS film documents the story behind a courageous band of civil rights activists called Freedom Riders, who in 1961 challenged segregation in the American South. • Slavery in America: The Final Chapters, 1863-1865, Monday, August 18, 7 p.m., Library Center auditorium. Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation marked the beginning of the end of slavery, but it took two more years of struggle before the peculiar institution would finally disappear from American life. Learn what happened during those years from Dr. Greg Renoff, associate professor of history at Drury University.

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CommunitySection Rib Shack opens second location on Southside of town at 2925 W. Republic Rd Springfield, MOâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Rib Shack, owned by Jennifer and Arthur Turner has added a new location at 2925 W Republic Road, Suite 100 in Southwest Springfield. According to Mrs. Turner, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the added location was prompted by fact that there were very few other restaurants in the area and a growing population in the Southwest part of the city. â&#x20AC;? Mrs. Turner added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;it is the time, love and passion that we put into every dish they sell that makes the difference between their restaurant and others.â&#x20AC;? She reports that their Pulled-Pork

and Beef Brisket, is 99% lean. That's because during the cooking process, the meat is cooked with the fat on it. Once the cooking process is completed, they extract all the fat so that each customer would get a leaner sandwich. The Rib Shack runs a Lunch Special every day from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. which includes a regular sandwich, one side and a drink for $5.99. The store hours for Southwest location is Monday Thursday 11a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday - Saturday 11a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday 11a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Lincoln Memorial Cemetery Board will hold a fundraiser July 7 at Pizza Inn Springfield, MOâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lincoln Memorial Cemetery Board will hold a fundraiser on Monday, July 7 at Pizza Inn at 1425 W. Battlefield. They are encouraging the community to come out and eat pizza between 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The LMCB will receive from Pizza Inn 20% of your bill from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to help with upkeep expenses at Lincoln Cemetery. Please help maintain the cemetery by attending this event with your friends and family.

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somewhat understatedâ&#x20AC;Ś..I guess I mean I was not bowled over by the atmosphere. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m old school as many of you know so I am accustomed to a relationship between price points and dĂŠcor. And I think I get that sometimes less can be more. It is comfortable but not overwhelming. The opening started somewhat slow for them but word of mouth has attracted a steady following and reservations are now recommended for the weekends. I went with two peeps and everything was delicious. Now I will admit some of the menu items were a little different from the normal fare but that is the fun of going out to try something different. The great thing about going with friends is that you can taste and sample. I am not the most adventurous on some occasions so I went with the rib eye steak. OH Lordy it was goodâ&#x20AC;Ś.it was

out. If you see Think Like a Man Too let me know and what you thought of it. I am just not sure how much these fellas were thinkingâ&#x20AC;Ś..! 84 out of 100 cooked to specifications which is not always the case and the flavor was even throughout. One of my guests had the pork chop which is a signature favoriteâ&#x20AC;Ś..and it did not disappoint. Now they do have fried corn bread which is greatâ&#x20AC;Ś.. braised beef cheekâ&#x20AC;Ś.which I did not try and rabbit among other offerings. The menu is not extensive but it is adequate and the food is local and fresh which is wonderful in and of itself. We had simple salads to accompany our entres and they were fine. The service was greatâ&#x20AC;Ś.our server was pleasant and friendly without being overbearingâ&#x20AC;Ś.and that was perfect. Wait times didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be too bad and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Hintâ&#x20AC;Śif you want an after dinner potion take the elevator to the 4th floor and enjoy the view which we did. We liked the Metropolitan Farmer and will offer our best compliment which is we will return with friends. 3 Â˝ forks!

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LifeStyle&EntertainmentNews Movie Review: Think Like A Man Too by Lyle Foster Unite Contributing Writer

by making it the no. 1 movie on opening weekend in the country beating out the other part I am going to do my best 2 movie out “22 Jump Street.” to be positive so please try to That is somewhat ironic in itself. work with me. But you may As I have been mentioning know from previous columns in this column it continues to that I have a small bias with demonstrate that the film indusHollywood’s lack of creativity try is responding to the changsometimes. And I don’t ing demographics in mean that the movie this nation realizing industry can’t use its that diverse audiences collective energy to want to be entertained think of ideas for the and have pocketbooks big screen that would too or at least debit not occur to most of cards. Sure, times are us. I am referring still tough and we all Lyle Foster to the “no shame in don’t mind laughing your game” approach our troubles away. My to doing movie series…….and main beef is take enough time taking the same idea and figurand respect us enough to write ing how many ways they can a script that we can not predict tell another chapter in the same from the opening scene. story. The ever popular Steve The couples that we met Harvey book “Think Like a and liked in the first installMan” which was made into the ment of this franchise are back first installment of the movie and heading to Las Vegas for franchise is back again with the a wedding. So think mishaps second round. And there is no and adventures and laughs and other explanation than the cash outrageous. Please don’t get register. Audiences responded mad at me but that is the review.

Is the cast funny? Most of the time. Is Gabrielle Union hot? Definitely. Is Kevin Hart over the top? You know it. I must make an admission …sometimes when I watch movies like this I almost get as entertained by the audience as the cast on the big screen. I love to hear folks scream and the comments from fellow movie goers during films like this. Is it politically correct? No. Did we all pay $9.00? Yes….so a comment or two is fine by me. So what did you Sony Pictures 2014 think about the movie? It was funny…and stupid. I like a plot that is at least engaging and requires a reasonable amount of skill on the actor’s part. It is full of gags to simply work each scene as far as they can without squeez-

ing every aspect of the plot out. But they got close… Think Like a Man Too will continue to make some good summer cash and none of us will be surprised if the third installment is already being written if not being shot at the studio. Yes I am being a bit tough after all in a year that brought us Fruitvale Station and 12 Years a Slave it is only to be expected that audiences are ready for some laughs and fun and that is definitely a part of the summer recipe. So if you want a good laugh and a chance to watch some beautiful people pull your chain you can still catch it. If you want to get stimulated and learn more about one of our admired continued on page 9

Leadership Camp targeting minority male youth scheduled for July 21-25

by Lyle Foster Unite Contributing Writer First I want you to know that your food column writer is hip and up with the latest in town so with that in mind we are going to cover the latest “hot” place in town. So we went to check out Metropolitan Farmer……which is located at the Farmers Park development on Republic Road just off of Glenstone.

Many people are beginning to check out this development because it is urban chic and and has apartments, retail and bars. So what more can you ask for …well a farmer’s market and that is in many respects the anchor for this very welcome development on Springfield’s burgeoning southside. It is popular and as we often do in this town it is the new destination if you will and that is right-

fully deserved. What is better particularly as the crops come in than a farmer’s market with all types of locally grown foods and plants, flowers and gifts. And in case you haven’t been this one is year round which makes it extra special. So depending on what time you go to dinner you can stroll around the farmers market before or after or even check out some of the other stores

….or who knows you may want to join the millenials who are living there! Metropolitan Farmer opened this spring and really seeks to distinguish itself with locally sourced food which is still the rage and I am not hating on anyone who wants to eat meat and drink milk that is not glowing with pesticides. The first floor restaurant is to me somecontinued on page 9

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Springfield, MO— LeadersCamp is an overnight retreat program for High School and College Students designed to challenge and provoke leadership skills. Every camp is unique and planned from scratch by the founder Hezekiah Griggs, III and a team of dedicated volunteers who support its mission. LeadersCamp VII is a maleonly camp. While it specifically focuses on minority males, they are looking to impact young men who desire to become 'Elite' in their daily lives. The camp will take place July 2125, 2014, on the Missouri State University Campus. Many of their speakers will be present throughout the entire camp, include: Hezekiah Griggs,

III, respected entrepreneur and founder of LeadersCamp; Derek Anderson, former NBA and NCAA Champion and author of 'Stamina'; Dr. Kenneth Coopwood Sr., Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at Missouri State University; Brian Johnson, former U.S. Track Olympian and current head track coach of Southern University; Delatorro McNeall, II, award-winning speaker and peak performance expert; and Fenorris Pearson, Sr., former fortune 500 executive and best-selling author. For more information about the camp or the Brother to Brother Program, please contact Francine Pratt at FPratt@missouristate.edu or 417-836-5652 (office), 916-541-1675 (cell)

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been selected as the theme this year. This is the beginning of the second decade of the parade and community participation is needed to help celebrate this accomplishment. Businesses, organizations and individuals are invited to participate. There is no entry fee for the parade, however, donations are accepted. Complete the entry form above and send it to Ladies Civic League, P.O. Box 8296, Springfield, MO 65801. Come out and enjoy the fun or call 869-1443 for additional information. Check out the website, parkdayreunion. com for details on all of the Park Day 2014 activities.

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Feddii who is sure to play some of your favorite songs. Youth will be allowed to attend Hospitality again this year if they are accompanied by their parents. Admission is $10 for adults and youth ages 13 and above. Admission for youth 12 and under is $5. Come out and make new friends, reconnect with old friends, and catch up on what has happened since last year. The 11th Annual Park Day Parade will be held on Saturday, August 2. “The Next Decade of the Park Day Parade” has

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The MoneySection Building an Irrigation System to Maintain Your Economic Development Garden By: Vincent Harris Lyons Unite Contributing Writer

integrated into the city providing an easy to commute to the suburbs the city lost its wealth. In the world of economic deAs the citizens started to drive velopment, regional economies out to the suburbs to spend are viewed as gardens. Like their money and to live the city most gardens, it needs suffered a significant plenty of water and decline in their tax sunlight to grow and coffers. Now after 45 prosper. With that beyears without an irrigaing said, farmers have tion system, the city is developed a system to slowly emerging from artificially apply water bankruptcy as of today. to the land to augment What happened Vincent H. Lyons timeframes when rain to Detroit could have is not available to susbeen derailed if the city tain the land’s needs for water. had worked to build an effective In modern terms, this is called irrigation system. An economic an irrigation system. This neat irrigation system requires a system derived by our farmers, social movement in the region to could and should be applied to adopt a mindset to invest their how we spend our money in our capital only in the area that they local or regional economies. reside in. This movement can In an economy, money is like and should be started by those water, so if you and those in in the community that have a your local economy, only spend business or entities linked to money with businesses within businesses e.g. chamber of your local economy you are commerce and the local governessentially recycling the money ment. Businesses as well as inin the economy and it will endividuals, have a social responsiable your region to maintain its bility to financially support those economic vitality. If you do the in the area that they reside in to inverse, of what I stated, then you are depleting your economy. This is the cause of death to continued from page 1 most economies, a lack of a good irrigation system. Detroit and innovative ways to contribis a prime example, in the 1950s ute to well-being of individuals, the population was close to 2 communities and society. The million and highways was not funds also will be used to profully integrated into the city’s vide an annual summit, mentorlandscape so, the money that ship opportunities and school was generated by the economy programs. stayed in the economy and the “America faces an ever-incity flourished with prosperity. creasing need for college-educatAfter the freeways was fully ed African Americans and other

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maintain the economic vitality of the area. For example, if you own a restaurant and you buy supplies, purchase them from a vendor in your area. Then build a relationship with that vendor and the employees and they will visit your restaurant and you will get your money back. This is what I call an effective economic irrigation system and this can be applied to all types of businesses. Because at the end of the day, businesses have to do business with other businesses to meet their customer’s needs. The main need of your customer is having the ability to purchase your goods or services. If you choose to spend your money outside of your local economy, you could be eliminating a potential customer’s source of money AKA job!

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African American Community Organizations Directory Mark A. Dixon Bartley-Decatur Neighborhood Center 918 E. Calhoun Springfield, MO 65802 417-987-9939 www.bartley-decatur.org

Lynette Adams, Worthy Matron Missouri Jurisdiction PHA Order Of Eastern Star Greater Truth Chapter #88 P.O. Box 8804 Springfield, MO 65801 417-866-6878

American Legion Post Norvel Stafford 1339 E. Division St Springfield, MO 65803 417-862-9123

Calvin L. Allen, Exec. Director Springfield Community Center- Family Achievement Academy 911 E. Division St Springfield, MO 65803 417-866-4359

Deidra England, President Ladies Civic League Provides scholarships for youth P. O. Box 8296 Springfield, MO 65801 417-887-7440 Robert Looney, Ozarks Golf Club, Inc Spfld. Community Center 618 N. Benton Springfield, MO 65806 Sherman Avenue Project Committee, Inc. Housing Org. 1228 N. Sherman Springfield, MO 65802 417-865-1203 Anthony Pickens Prince Hall Masons Truth Lodge #151 P.O. Box 8063 Springfield, MO 65801 417-890-5180

Mind snack: Business owners, within your local market have you built an effective irrigation system? If the answer is no, please do so for the sake of your local area! Americans of color,” the report said. “But instead of making college more accessible to lowincome, minority students, the U.S. Department of Education has erected barriers with unnecessarily restrictive eligibility criteria.” Because of the restrictions, HBCUs lost $156 million in PLUS loan funds, a 35 percent reduction, during the 2012-2013 academic year, the report stated. continued on page 7

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Shelia Burton, President Lincoln Memorial Cemetery Board, Inc. P.O. Box 9282 Springfield, MO 65801 417-877-0668 Dennis Davis Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Springfield Alumni P.O. Box 6287 Springfield, MO 65801-6287 417-496-7365

Cheryl Clay, President Springfield Branch N.A.A.C.P. P.O. Box 8983 Springfield, MO 65801 Meetings are every third Saturday of the month from 1:30-2:30 p.m. 417-873-6386 Flora (Pat) Looney, President Our Night Out Social & Charitable Org. 417-866-2387 James Pike, President Springfield Reunion Club Organizes the Annual Park Day/ Reunion Weekend 1447 N. Hampton Springfield, MO 65802 417-869-0183 Meeting every first Monday Willie Carter, Director Victory Circle Peer Support Inc 2101 W. Chestnut Expwy Springfield, MO 65802 417-894-0188 Support group for men in recovery Samuel G. Knox Unite of SWMO, Inc. Publishes the Unite Publication; presenters of the Annual Springfield Multicultural Festival 2101 W. Chestnut Expwy. Springfield, MO 65802 Phone: 417-864-7444 unitepublication@yahoo.com www.unitenewsonline.org

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