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Labor group withdraws UNCF support over Koch gift

Lee Saunders rejects UNCF partnership with Koch brothers.

By Freddie Allen NNPA Washington Correspondent

Michael Lomax defends UNCF decision to take money from White conservatives. has discontinued supplying scholarships to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) because it accepted a $25 million donation from ultra-conservative billionaires Charles and David Koch and UNCF President Michael Lomax apparent

support for the brothers’ rightwing ideology.

Saunders, an African American, said in a stinging letter to Lomax that he was “deeply troubled” when the UNCF accepted the donation from Koch Industries, Inc. and the Charles Koch Foundation in June, but was even more shocked when Lomax later attended the Koch brothers’ event in California.

“This was a betrayal of everything the UNCF stands for. The avowed purpose of this private event was to build support — financial and political — for the Koch brothers’ causes. Your appearance at the summit can only be interpreted as a sign of your personal support and the UNCF’s organizational support of the Koch brothers’ ideological program,” Saunders wrote.

He explained, “The Koch brothers and the organizations they fund have devoted themselves for more than a decade to attacking the voting rights of African Americans. They support voter identification laws.

They seek to restrict early voting and voter registration. They support laws that threaten organizations that register voters

in the African American community.”

For nearly a dozen years, AFSCME provided annual scholarships and aid packages worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to UNCF, according to officials with the labor group.

When Koch Industries acquired Georgia-Pacific in 2005, they continued a long-standing relationship between the manufacturing giant and UNCF that spanned decades. Since then, according to UNCF’s website, both Georgia-Pacific and Koch, have continued to support UNCF programs.

Charles and David Koch have been criticized for also supporting the American Legislative Exchange Council ALEC), the driving force behind voter iden-tification laws in the United States. ALEC also worked with the National Rifle Association (NRA) on “Stand Your Ground” legislation that gained notoriety worldwide following the shoot-ing death of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed Black teen in Sanford, Fla.

What then, shall we live as commanded?

“In a similar way, urge the younger men to be selfrestrained and to behave prudently [taking life seriously].”

Titus 2:6 (AMP)

By Bobby R. Henry, Sr. To the men and families and to all of those that we touch throughout our walk with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., I offer to us a penetrating look into the depths of Psalm 133 as we embark upon our 100th Anniversary.

So many times we find ourselves straying away from the principles and foundations of our historic organizations, all in the name of moving up. We simply should realize that we need only to have stayed rooted in what was tried, tested and proven over time.

When we find ourselves troubled over the course and directions of our beloved organizations, we need not look any further than the source that guided its founders through what must have seemed like insurmountable odds and impenetrable fortresses.

Oh what solace and power do we find in realizing that they too prevailed with wisdom, understanding, comfort and harmony found in lending and trusting on the Word of God. As we men and friends of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. move on through the pages of time, let us leave with those whose presence we enter an indelible understanding to each page of history with keen insight honed with love and humility inspired by the Word of God. When this is done, prayerfully we do not encourage the wayward paths for others to follow.

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Over $11,000 donated to FAMU Broward Alumni Two groups announce plan to boost spending among Blacks Chapter Endowment

WASHINGTON, D.C. (NNPA) – Lee Saunders, president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME),

By Jazelle Hunt NNPA Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON, D.C. (NNPA) – The U.S. Black Chambers (USBC) and the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators, and Developers (NABHOOD) are formally partnering to make sure that a significant portion of the $40 billion African Americans spend each year on travel and tourism remains in Black hands.

The partnership was launched last week at the start of USBC’s professional development conference, held at the

Marriott Marquis in the District of Columbia. The newlyopened, four-star hotel, next to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, was jointly financed by Capstone Development, a private, Black-owned development firm.

“Today is about more investment in the hotel and travel industry,” Ron Busby Jr., USBC president, said at a press conference. “As African Americans, we have conferences, events, weddings, and vacations, always with white-owned establishments. I think we can bring some that money back to us.”

Rob Busby seeks to expand spending among Blacks.

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A Nielsen study conducted in cooperation with the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) found that African Americans spent 40 billion each year on the travel and tourism industries last year.

But Andy Ingraham, president and CEO of NABHOOD, few of those dollars turn over in the Black community.

“I’d rate [concerted Black patronization] as pretty nonexistent,” he said. “We have to create awareness, because most people who come in contact with this idea think it’s a damn good idea.”

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Newly formed South Florida chapter named for first African American prosecutor in Broward County

Judge Ian Richards swearing in new executive board, (names listed in article).

MIAMI, FL –This past week, The National Black Prosecutors Association (NBPA) installed the first executive board of its newly formed South Florida chapter. The South Florida

chapter was named for the first African American prosecutor in Broward County, Fla., Charles B. Morton Jr. The ceremony was held on July 9 at Nova Southeastern University Hui-

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Close to one hundred attendees braved the inclement weather to be at the event. The executive board was sworn in by former prosecutor and Broward

County Court Judge Ian Richards. Morton was on hand to accept an award from the organization.

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L.T.C. Pearl Ferguson and Dr. Elmira Mangum Florida A&M University Broward County Alumni Chapter hosted its Fifth Annual Unity Day at The DoubleTree

by Hilton, on June 28, 2014 where the 11th President, Dr. Elmira Mangum was the speaker. There were over 200 in attendance and over $11,000 given by alumni and community sponsors toward the establishment of an Endowment (permanent funds established for a specific purpose) which will ultimately assist with funding to support educational expenses for students.

“The Broward Alumni Chapter has stepped up to the call of our University President, Dr. Elmira Mangum. According to the National Association for College and Universities Business Officers “Top 10 HBCU Endowment”, Florida A&M University is number five with $115 million, as Howard University tops the list with more than $513 million in its endowment. Our President gave a challenge to support our Alma

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Mater by giving, and Broward is doing just that. Institutions of higher learning around the nation were hit hard by cuts in state support. FAMU could certainly benefit now, not tomorrow, but today, from the support of our alumni, community and everyone who cares about its survival,” stated Mary Smith, president of the Broward Alumni Chapter.

In an effort to recognize significant philanthropic gifts and support of the Broward Alumni Chapter and FAMU, the Broward Chapter’s Endowment Scholarship will be named after L.T.C. Pearl Ferguson, who has been a member and unswerving supporter since the chapter was founded in 1963.

Pearl is a life member and donor, giving over $10,000 per year to the support of the Broward Chapter and FAMU. For more information on how you can support the Broward County Chapter Endowment; call (954) 430-9760 or online at www.browardrattlers.com.

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Marches and protests predated 1964 March on Washington

By Freddie Allen NNPA Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON, D.C. (NNPA) – Although many are nostalgically reflecting on 50 years ago when the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law, there was no universal agreement on what tactics to deploy in the fight for equality, according to a report on the movement by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI).

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) and the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), both based in Atlanta, were born

during the movement and favored direct-action over lawsuits, commonly used by the older National Association for the Advancement of Colored People(NAACP) led by Roy Wilkins.

“There were differences in philosophies and tactics. Eventually younger, more militant protestors, many of them associated with SNCC, broke with the nonviolent creed and tactics of Martin Luther King Jr. and the SCLC and embraced ‘Black Power,’” stated the report titled, “Looking Back on the Fight for Equal Access to Public Accommodations.”

On June 27, 2014 Captain Velma C. Gray was promoted to Major Velma C. Gray at the Joint Base Andrews Courtroom in Washington. Major Gray is a Boyd Anderson High School graduate, born in Brooklyn, New York, but spending her formative years in South Florida. Captain Gray earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Florida State University in 1996 and recently completed her Masters of Law degree at The George Washington University of Law School. She is currently assigned to the Administration Litigation Branch West, Labor Law Field Support Center, Joint Base Andrews. Major Gray’s parents, George Alton Gray and Wendy Johnson, as well as her two daughters Lauren and Brittany are exceedingly proud her many accomplishments and would like to Congratulate her once again with this small token of Love. “We are so proud and we love you so much!”

The path to the 1964 landmark civil rights legislation of the mid-1960s has been a long, tortuous one.

In fact, there were strong laws on the books more than 100 years before passage of the 1964 law. There were Civil Rights Act of 1866, which supported Black citizenship, and the Civil Rights Act of 1875 that guaranteed all American citizens access to public accommodations. However, Southern state largely ignored them.

The United States Supreme Court also played a pivotal role in maining racial segregation.

In 1883, the Supreme Court struck down the Civil Rights Act of 1875. In 896, the Supreme Court backed government-sanctioned segregation when it upheld Louisiana’s “separate but equal” rail travel policies in Plessy v. Ferguson, and “set the course of Southern race relations for the next 58 years.”

The report focused on about a dozen cities and towns across the South that faced significant direct-action protests: Greensboro, N.C.; Nashville, Tenn.; St. Augustine, Fla.; Louisville,

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s SCLC and the SNCC, both based in Atlanta, were born during the movement and favored direct-action over lawsuits, commonly used by the older National Association for the Advancement of Colored People led by Roy Wilkins.

Kentucky; Atlanta; Albany, Ga.; Baltimore; Danville, Va; Orangeburg, S.C.; Cambridge, Md.; Birmingham, Ala.; and Jackson, Mississippi.

In 1960, four college students launched the “sit-in movement” in Greensboro, N.C. that quickly to Nashville and across

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the South. That protest was followed by Freedom Riders who desegregated intrastate buses traveling through the South and efforts to desegregated restaurants, theaters, libraries and other public facilities.

The report chronicled the Atlanta student movement, one of the longest in the nation.

“First, it used modern technology, including two-way radios, to assign and move demonstrators. Second, the masses of Black Atlantans broke with their more timid older leaders and supported the students in a very effective boycott of downtown merchants,” stated the report. “And third, it produced a ‘poster boy’ of the movement, Julian Bond.”

Adult civil rights leaders in the Black community urged caution, as college students ini-

tiated a “sit-in blitz in downtown Atlanta,” blanketing lunch counters, restaurants, government buildings, train stations, and downtown department stores.

Despite the increased pressure from outside forces, Atlanta’s lawmakers failed to desegregate lunch counters and restaurants and agreed to limited desegregation in other public spaces at a snail’s pace.

Lunch counters and restaurants remained segregated until September 1961.

Birmingham, Ala., was known as “Bombingham” because the homes of civil rights leaders were dynamited, including Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth of the SCLC. Read full story on www.westsidegazette.com)

Congresswoman Frederica Wilson is the keynote speaker at Pumps, Pearls and Politics 2014

CONGRESSWOMAN WILSON MIAMI, FL – Pressing concerns that burden South Florida families will get a full airing this month, as Congresswoman Frederica Wilson and other female political and civic leaders lead a discussion at the annual Pumps, Pearls & Politics forum.

The luncheon event is designed to bring together women and men from all walks of life for a meaningful dialogue, with our distinguished panelists, about critical issues such as education, healthcare, employment, immigration and social justice. The forum is sponsored

by Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, and begins 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 26, at the Rusty Pelican Restaurant, 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne.

Wilson, who represents Florida’s 24th Congressional District, is a Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter member, former Alpha Kappa Alpha regional director and a former chapter president.

She will bring the keynote address and then participate on a panel of high-profile leaders, including NAACP Florida State Conference President Adora Obi Nweze, also a Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter member; State.

Rep. Cynthia Stafford; CNN Latino host and Democratic Party leader Annette TaddeoGoldstein, Beatrice Louissaint, President-Southern Florida

Minority Business Supplier Development Council; and Daisy Black, Mayor of the Village of El Portal. The forum will be moderated by Publisher Bobby R. Henry, Sr., owner and of The Westside Gazette, Broward County’s oldest and largest African American owned and operated newspaper.

Grammy-nominated poet Rebecca “Butterfly” Vaughns will again share her inspirational word-weaving skills; expect other entertainment and surprises during this informative and entertainment packed event.

“Pumps, Pearls & Politics was designed to connect concerned women and men throughout the community to dialog on important issues,” said Vanessa Byers, event chair.

While my chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha is presenting this event, its mission is to bring women together to realize our political potential beyond our organizations traditional voter registration efforts. This event will involve our sisters in the Divine Nine Pan-Hellenic organizations – Delta Sigma Theta; Sigma Gamma Rho and Zeta Phi Beta as well as other organizations such as The Links, Incorporated; and the The National Council of Negro Women.”

“We are delighted to present this innovative and unique political event with such a dynamic panel of women. You will be informed as well as entertained.

There will be opportunities to network with individuals from throughout the community as well as to register to vote, check your voter status and update your voter information,” said Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter President Eunice J. Davis.

Tickets are $35, and available online till July 20, at http:/ / pumpspearlspolitics2014.eventbrite.com.To pay by mail, make check or money order payable to and mail to Gamma Zeta Omega, PO Box 530711, Miami Shores, Fla., 33153. There will be no ticket sales at the door. For more information call (305) 3237614.

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FAMU announces White House Executive Director George Cooper as summer commencement speaker TALLAHASSEE, FL – Today, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) announced that alumnus George E. Cooper, Ph.D., exe-

cutive director of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), will serve as speaker for its summer commencement

ceremonies scheduled Friday, Aug. 1 at 6 p.m. in the Al Lawson Multipurpose Center, 1800 Wahnish Way, Tallahassee, Fla.

State releases 2013/14 elementary and middle school grades; overall district grade increases from ‘C’ to ‘B’

Recently,, the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) released elementary and middle schools grades for the 2013/14 school year. Overall, according to preliminary data, Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) has seen District-wide improvement with the overall District grade increasing from “C” based on 2012/13 results to a “B” based on 2013/14 results.

BCPS increased the number of elementary and middle schools earning a preliminary grade of “A” by 16 schools in

2013/14, with 34 percent of schools now earning an “A” compared to 28 percent last year.

Notable achievements among BCPS elementary and middle schools: • More than two-thirds 152 (67 percent) schools increased or maintained their school grade compared to 90 (39 percent) last year; • Middle schools earning A or B grades increased 10 percentage points from 56 percent to 66 percent; • Nine schools improved by two or more letter grades, including Sunland Park Elementary (D to A), Plantation Park Elementary (C to A), Bair Middle School (D to B) and Gulfstream Middle School (C to A); • Overall, the District’s grade improved from a “C” to a “B” because learning gains improved in reading and math.

“We are proud of the improvements the District is making. While we know there is a

great amount of work to do, results indicate reasons to celebrate and opportunities to focus on those schools performing in the bottom quartile,” said Superintendent Robert W. Runcie, “The District will analyze the student-level performance data and will continue our relentless focus on ensuring all students are college and career ready.”

This is the final year school grades will be calculated using the current formula. The new grading system next year will support the more rigorous Florida Standards and the Florida Standards Assessment, which will replace the FCAT 2.0.

“The new grading system that will start next year will continue to be crafted with input from parents, teachers and educators,” said Commissioner of education Pam Stewart. “Its focus on student achievement and gains will help ensure a fair accountability system that helps measure student knowledge of the new Florida Standards.”

Enrollment open for M-DCPS Head Start/Early Head Start Program MIAMI, FL – Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) Head Start/Early Head Start Program is currently enrolling eligible children for the 2014-1015 school year.

Open enrollment will continue through Thursday, July 31, 2014.

The Head Start/Early Head Start program is available to income eligible children two months to five years of age.

Children with disabilities are fully included (on a case-bycase basis) into the program and receive a full range of developmental services.

Head Start/Early Head Start offers comprehensive service for children and their families.

Head Start · Full day educational program for three- and fouryear olds · Child development screenings · Health screenings · Free breakfast and lunch · Parental involvement opportunities Early Head Start · Quality center programs · Support services for children with special needs · Developmental screenings · Health and nutrition monitoring · Parental involvement opportunities Parents may apply at participating schools. Applications

will be accepted for services to expectant mothers and children ages two months to three years of age in the Early Head Start Program, and from three and four years of age (by Sept. 1, 2014) for the Head Start Program. For more information and a list of participating schools, parents may visit http:/ /headstart.dadeschools.net/.

“We are excited to welcome home alumnus George Cooper to share his passion for higher education with the newest graduates of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University,” said President Elmira Mangum, Ph.D. “His career trajectory from ambitious student to university president to White House executive director demonstrates just how far our students can excel using the academic foundation they obtain here.”

As a part of the leadership team for the White House Initiative on HBCUs, Cooper works with the president-appointed HBCU Board of Advisors as a liaison between the executive branch and HBCUs across the country. He serves as the constant voice of the HBCU community at the Department of Education and helps to shape policy and deploy resources to better serve the students, faculty and families of the greater HBCU community. He also works with 32 federal agencies that support HBCUs through federal grants and contracts.

Cooper was a senior fellow with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), where he reviewed key federal legislation important to HBCUs. Previously, Cooper served for four years (2008-2012) as the 10th president of South Carolina State University (SCSU), where he provided institutional leadership for the orderly and progressive development of the university. During his presidency at SCSU, he also served as chairperson of the Association of

Public and Land Grant Universities, Council of 1890 Universities (2010-2012).

Cooper spent 17 years with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (formerly the Cooperative State Research Education and Extension Service). He served five years (1985-1990) at Alabama A&M University (AAMU) as vice president for academic affairs and professor, Department of Animal Science, and executive assistant to the president.

Cooper served as dean of the School of Applied Sciences and associate professor, Department of Animal Science at Tuskegee University.

Along with a vast array of professional expertise, Cooper has served on a number of boards including recently serving as a member of the Orangeburg, S.C. Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors; co-

COOPER chair of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, HBCU and Limited Resource Institution Academic Advisory Group (2011); member of the Board of Directors of the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (2010-2012); and cochair of the USDA/1980 Task Force (2010-2012).

Cooper received his bachelor’s degree in animal husbandry from FAMU, a master’s degree in animal science from Tuskegee University, and a doctoral degree in animal nutrition from the University of Illinois – Urbana.

LOOKING AHEAD: Representing 28 percent of Florida Democrats and 83 percent of Black voters, Black Democrats could play a decisive role in the determining who wins the prize in next month’s Democratic primary: Charlie Crist or Nan Rich in the Governor’s race; and George Sheldon or Perry Thurston in the Attorney General contest. In Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties, the total Black Democrat voter pool exceeds 513,000, with Hillsborough, Orange and Duval counties accounting for another 324,000.The candidates that can energize, turn out and earn the respect of these voters with an effective message — through extensive use of Black media — could prevail. ClarenceV. McKee, Esq., President,McKee Communications, Inc.

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Grand Opening

Cong. Alcee L. Hastings Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (FL-20) will host the grand opening of his campaign headquarters, Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 3 to 5p.m., at 1033 Sistrunk Blvd., (Suite 208) Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The event is open to the public. To RSVP, please contact Campaign@AlceeForCongress.com or (954) 730-7322.

Registration Drive

Chi Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated will sponsor a Voter Registration Drive, Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Pleasure of Sea Restaurant, 1275 N.W. 31 Ave., Lauderhill, Fla. This public event is for community persons in need of a new voter registration, lost card or updated for addresses, political party affiliations and name changes.

For additional info contact the connection committee at (954) 410-6673 or visit the chapter’s website at chipsomega@info.org or on face book.

Tournament

Broward Ebony Golf Association, Inc. (BEGA) Seventh Annual Golf Tournament, Saturday, July 19 and Sunday July 20, 2014 at The Country Club of Coral Springs, 18000 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs, Fla. For additional info call (954) 753-9000 or (786) 417-5038 (954) 691-6541 www.browardebonygolf.org info@browardebonygolf.org

Happenings at African-American Research Library and Cultural Center

African-American Research Library Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderale, Fla. ∗ During the month of July an exciting multi-media exhibition featuring works of nine of South Florida’s contemporary artists in an exhibition titled, Same Boat Different Stop!” The exhibit is curated

by Jackson Shuri of New York.

Meet the artists at a celebration reception, Wednesday, July 23, 2014 from 3 to 7 p.m. For more info call (954) 357-6210. ∗Sunny Anderson, host of the Food Network’s Cooking for Real” and “The Kitchen” TV shows, Anderson will be attending the Evening with the Stars event, Friday, July 25, 2014 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. To order tickets online for this event at www.sfbf.eventbrite.com. For cost and additional info call (954) 357-6190.

Event West Ken Lark family, if you’re interested in joining our adult co-ed kickball team (competing against other neighborhoods), join us for a meeting/ practice, Thursday, July 17, 2014 at 6 p.m. at West Ken Lark Park, 1321 N.W. 33 Ave., Lauderhill, Fla.

Discussion J’Mari & Friends & Foundation/S.W.I.M.S. to host a Community Forum discussing water & pool safety July 26, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Dixie Court Community Center 306 W Dixie Court Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more info contact Pastor Shirley Harold at (754) 779-6961.

ATTENTION RADIO LISTENERS We have free gifts for everybody who calls into the show and shares their opinion. Listen every Saturday at 4 p.m. to Spiritual Downloads with Anna Stephenson on WWNN Radio AM 1470.

It’s a live Call in talk show that discusses everything from Spiritual Matters to what matters to you. The show can also be heard on the Internet at wwnnradio.com; just click on the listen live button.

Your voice is the most important part of the show. So call in and let us hear what you have to say. The toll free call in number is 1888-565-1470. Also e-mail Anna Stephenson at annasmiami@aol.com with a subject you want to hear discussed on the show. The show also interviews special guests Like Jessica Reedy from Sunday Best. Shelia Raye Charles, Melba Moore and different preachers and gospel musical artists and politicians.

Event

Come enjoy a time of jubilation with the Judah Worship Word Ministries, International church family, Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 8:15 a.m., at 4441 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation, Fla. As we show appreciation to our senior pastor and God’s anointed vessel, Dr. Willett L. Mitchell, senior pastor. Refreshments will be provided. For more info call (954) 791-2999.

Bible School

The community is invited to come out and learn what God is to you, Mt. Zion MBC will begin their Vacation Bible School, July 21-25, 2014 at 6:30 p.m., at 1161 N.W. 29 Terr., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. There will be classes for children and adults.

Dr. James B. Darling, Jr. senior pastor/teacher.

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Workshop

The Business Development Workshop Series is a free monthly workshop series presented by the Office of Economic and Small Business Development - in partnership with the Purchasing Division, Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, Fla. Featured Topic: Entrepreneur adn Small Biz Expo and Job Fair.

Mt. Hermon A.M.E. Church is offering free 8X10 photos as a part of its Outreach Ministry, Thursday thru Saturday, July 24-26, 2014 at 401 N.W. Seventh Terr., Fort Lauderdale, Fla., in the Henry McNeil Turner Family Life Center, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Rev. Henry E. Green, pastor. This ministry will bring family, friends and community together to document unity. To register on line for your free individual group photo log on to or www.mounthermonftl.org. For time and more info contact Linda Jones at (954) 792-3700.

Drive

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue invites you to join them during their fourth annual Back to School Drive to benefit Kids in Distress (KID), donations are being accepted at every Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Station from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week, from July 11 to August 11, 2014. You can help ease the stress of returning to school and give our local children a healthy boost of confidence and the tools they need for a successful start to this new school year. Kids in Distress are a nationally-accredited, community-supported agency based in South Florida, specializing in children and families.

KID prevents child abuse, preserves families and treats children who have been abused and neglected.

Suggested donations for ages 5-17: Financial assistance; gift cards; new clothing; new sneakers; backpacks and school supplies. For more info contact Lieutenant/Paramedic Joshua Wells at (945) 8682240.

Events Events at Mitchell Moore Park Recreation Center, 901 N.W. Tenth St., Pompano Beach, Fla. For additional info contact Laverne Troutman. ∗ Chicago Style Stepping classes every second and fourth Friday, from 7 to 10 p.m., learn how to do Urban Ballroom Chicago Style Steeping Danc-ing now through Sept. 26, 2014. ∗ Bruch- Bingo & Boards free fun and games and refreshments for adults every first and third Saturday morning, from 10 a.m. to noon. ∗ Teen Scene Chat & Chew, free event for teenagers ages 14-17 every Wednesday, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. ∗ Parents Night Out, every fourth Friday, from 6 to 10 p.m., kids can be supervised by creative staff members. You must pick up your children by 10 p.m.

Summer Camps

Broward Cultural Division a long list of arts camps for you.

For more info you can email us at CulturalDiv@Broward.org. *Coconut Creek: Broward College Kids and Teens Summer College July 7-July 18 * Coral Springs: Coral Springs Center for the Arts Next Stop Broadway now until now until Aug. 15 * Coral Springs Museum of Art: Summer Camp Artshops now until Aug. 15 * Davie: Broward College Kids and Teens Summer College now until July 11 * University Center for the Performing Arts: Children’s Performing Arts Camp now until Aug. 15 * Vista View Park: Learning Goals Academic Camp now until – Aug. 8 * Young At Art Museum: Summer Art Camp - Aug. 22 FORT LAUDERDALE * Ashanti Cultural Arts: Summer Camp now until Aug. 8 * Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre: Theatre Camp now until Aug. 1 * JMJ Photographic Services: Photo FUN Summer Camp July 28 – Aug. 1 * Makers Square: Summer Camp Sessions 1 + 2 July 17 * NSU’s Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale: AutoNation Academy of Art + Design June 9 – Aug. 15 * South Florida Ballet Theatre: Gotta Dance Camp II Aug. 5 – 16 HOLLYWOOD * Art and Culture Center of Hollywood: Summer Camps now until Aug. 15 PEMBROKE PINES * Broward College: Kids and Teens Summer College now until July 25 * City of Pembroke Pines: Summer Program now until Aug. 14 POMPANO BEACH * Bailey Contemporary Arts: Bailey Summer Explorers now until Aug. 1 SOUTHWEST RANCHES * Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School: Summer Institute now until Aug.1 WESTON * Inside Out Theatre: Performing Arts Summer Conservatory 2014 June 9 – June 27.

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Baby boomers and unemployment straining disability funds

By Jazelle Hunt Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON (NNPA) – Another partisan battle is brewing on Capitol Hill as Social Security in general, and disability insurance in particular, nears a budget squeeze.

“Any of us could suffer an accident or illness we’re not expecting,” said Rebecca Vallas, associate director of Poverty to Prosperity Program at the Center for American Progress Action Fund. The Center hosted a press conference last week to release a reported she co-authored titled, “Social Security Disability Insurance: A Bedrock of Security for American Workers.”

Vallas explained, “We have this amazing program there for

us if that happened. Very few people have enough savings to deal with that, and without [disability insurance] most of us would fall into poverty.”

Two separate funds feed the two types of social insurance: Old Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI), and Disability Insurance (DI).Collectively they’re called OASDI, or Social Security. Income taxes, and interest from bonds bought with these taxes, anchor these trust funds.

Disability Insurance benefits Americans who cannot earn a living because of physical or mental injuries, illnesses, or disabilities, as well as their dependents, spouses, and caregivers. For many, it is the difference between getting by and abject poverty.

Close to two million African Americans are receiving DI benefits. The Social Security Administration reports that as of December 2010, 28 percent of African American recipients were under the poverty line.

Without disability insurance, that figure would rise to 57 percent.

Approximately 31 percent of Black disability recipients also receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) checks, which provides additional assistance for low-income families of Americans with disabilities.

DI also serves nearly two million children, one million veterans, 4.5 million women, and 154,000 spouses of Americans with disabilities.

But the system is poised to be stretched beyond capacity

Labor group withdraws UNCF support over Koch gift (Cont'd from FP) In response to Saunders letter, Lomax and UNCF issued a statement touting UNCF’s successful efforts in sending underprivileged students to college, while recognizing the incredible need for resources that often goes unmet.

“This year alone, UNCF awarded $100 million in scholarships to more than 12,000 students at 900 schools across the country, yet had to deny nine out of every 10 qualified applicants due to lack of resources,” the statement read.

Lomax wrote that although he was “saddened by AFSCME’s decision, it will not distract us from our mission of helping thousands of African American students achieve their dream of a college degree and the economic benefits that come with it.”

Conservative radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh accused AFSCME of operating similar to a plantation with UNCF as its slave.

Lezli Baskerville, the president and CEO of the National

Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO), an umbrella group that represents both public and private Black colleges, said that Lomax, as the head of UNCF, carries a heavy burden.

“He has to raise scholarship money for all of these institutions and figure out how to get our kids to and through college,” said Baskerville. “I certainly stay up at night trying to figure that out as well.”

Black families, still reeling from housing and job losses during the Great Recession, suffered another setback when the Obama Administration abruptly changed the eligibility requirements for the Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) program, stifling college dreams for thousands of Black students. When enrollment dropped at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the nation, the schools were forced to cut programs and staff.

In a press release about the new Koch Scholars Program, UNCF said that grant will not only cover “nearly 3,000 merit-

based awards to African American undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctorate students,” but the money will also be used to “offset funding shortfalls as a result of recent changes to the Parent PLUS loan program.”

Advocates for HBCUs and Black students defended Lomax for accepting money from the Kochs, but said that UNCF should have managed the public relations around the partnership better.

“For all of those people in our community who were upset with the Koch brothers or anyone else who takes a tough position against the administration and our Black president, the reality is that our schools were compromised by a decision that was made by this administration, and our Black president was leading it,” said Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, an organization representing public HBCUs. “And if someone else came up and offered money to help offset the losses that our schools experienced I say, ‘Good for them.’”

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as millions of baby boomers enter high-disability and retirement years. In addition to this population bubble of aging workers, there’s the fact that women have entered the workforce and become eligible for benefits, on par with men. Additionally, the recession has resulted in lower taxes from fewer workers who have to support a sizable population of aging beneficiaries.

With the convergence of these factors, Social Security funds are already plateauing and in danger of declining into inadequacy.

A brief from the National Academy of Social Insurance explains, “At some point in 2016, the DI trust fund’s reserves would be depleted and current taxes coming into the trust fund would not be enough to pay all benefits owed to disabled workers and their families. Funds would be sufficient to pay only about 80 percent of scheduled amounts.”

And the Social Security Administration reached a similar conclusion, reporting that “the Trustees estimate that [both] trust fund reserves will be exhausted by 2033” – and that’s if steps are taken to ease the crunch now. “At that point, payroll taxes and other income will flow into the fund but will be sufficient to pay only about 75 percent of program costs.”

Every year since 2010, the DI fund has paid out more than it collected in taxes and has had to rely on its reserve funds (from past surpluses) to pay beneficiaries on time and in full.

Some elected representatives believe spending on these programs takes too big a chunk of the federal budget. Indeed, Social Security and Medicare accounted for 38 percent of federal spending in 2012, according to Social Security data. From 2012 to 2013, OASDI paid out $826 billion to 53.6 million beneficiaries. Even so,, OASDI has always been less than 5 percent of national GDP. Disability insurance in particular has become a target for cuts to the program. The “Mack

Close to two million African Americans are receiving DI benefits. The Social Security Administration reports that as of December 2010, 28 percent of African American recipients were under the poverty line.

Penny Plan” from Rep. Connie Mack IV (R-Fla.), for example – which proposes cutting one penny of every federal dollar spent for the next six years – would ultimately cut more than One trillion from social security through 2022, according to nonpartisan fact-checking group, Politifact.

“Opponents of Social Security would praise ‘good Social Security,’ which is the retirement trust fund their grandmothers get, and attack ‘bad social security’—that’s disability insurance,” said Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), keynoting the Center for American Progress event. Senator Brown serves as chairman of the Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy Subcommittee of the Senate Finance Committee.

“Many claim to sympathize with low-income workers, but then discuss beneficiaries as lazy, looking for a hand-out, or looking to game the system.

That simply isn’t true.”

Congress is already making cuts amidst the political sparring.

Since 2010, the Social Security Administration has closed 64 field offices and 533 temporary mobile offices, and has downsized around 11,000 employees and counting in the last three years, according to the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging. There’s also a

huge backlog in disability applications; as of last year, claimants could expect a yearlong wait.

Additionally, there’s a steady flow of misinformation in the political discourse, which confuses Americans on the facts.

Rep. Todd Young (R-Ind.), for example, told a constituent that “nearly 70 percent of all federal spending will go towards Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid” this year, according to Politifact. In 2011, House Speaker John Boehner told media that the trust funds were “facing imminent bankruptcy.”

Historically, whenever the system faced tough times, there has been a simple fix.

Since the funds are structured in such a way that they can neither borrow money, nor go into default, OASDI woes have been balanced through tax reallocation. With this solution, Congress tweaks the distribution of the program’s 6.2 percent payroll tax contributions between the two trust funds.

Last year, for example. 5.3 percent went toward OASI and 0.9 percent toward DI—this year the split is 4.8 and 1.4 percent, respectively, according to the Center for American Progress.

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Black Press:The voice of Black America

By Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. NNPA Columnist Part III Former U.S. Rep. Parren Mitchell (D-Md.) once told me, “It is long overdue for Black Americans to understand the urgent and ongoing necessity to defend and to support Blackowned businesses in the United States.”

Mitchell was an outstanding freedom fighter and one of the original founders of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) more than 40 years ago. Mitchell was also probably one of the strongest advocates for development of strong businesses in Black America.

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) is the premier national trade association of nearly 200 Black-owned businesses that regularly print vital news and information that serve to inform and empower Black America and its supporters. The NNPA is the “Voice of Black America.”

During the past 74 years, it was well known in our communities that the

NNPA had the audacity and courage to print the facts and news that other so-called “mainstream” publications traditionally ignored or intentionally distorted.

Today, a healthy Black Press is essential to the socioeconomic, political, cultural and spiritual liberation and empowerment of Black America. The Black Press not only uplifts Black America, it also helps to bring more balance to all Americans who affirm the value of diversity in a multiracial, multicultural democracy that continues to evolve.

Cloves C. Campbell, Jr., chairman of the NNPA, and I recently attended the annual convention of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) in Washington, D.C. at the newly-opened five-star Black-owned Marriott Marque Hotel across the street from the Water E. Washington Convention Center. It was a great “inter-generational” gathering of Black American and African business leaders. Under the adept leadership of Ron Busby,

Widespread corruption at DOC under Governor Scott’s watch

By Roger Caldwell The Florida Department of Corrections is being investigated for widespread corruption, inmate abuse, mismanagement, and inmate’s death.

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Scott’s administration, the Department of Corrections Secretary, Mike Crews, and everyone is keeping quiet. There were reports back in September 2010, of inmates being abused, but the problems were CALDWELL sweep under the rug and never investigated.

As the issues escalated, there were changes in the DOC secretary, but the problems were never addressed and never investigated. In 2012 an inmate, Darren Rainey was locked in a scalding hot shower by the guards at the Dade Correctional Institution as a punishment for defecating in his cell.

He was left in this shower for two hours, and he collapsed and died.

Three inmates filed complaints about the death, but the DOC suspended the internal investigations two summers ago. It is obvious that there was a cover up and nobody wanted to know the truth.

But the Miami Herald kept digging and in 2014, the police are starting to interview witnesses. There were a string of news reports from the Miami Herald and now DOC Secretary Mike Crews has declared himself “outraged.” Hours before Crews issued his statement; the Herald reported that three more inmates’ deaths had occurred in Florida prisons.

There appears to be a standard operating procedure with the behavior of the leadership in the Florida DOC. Violence, lies, and cover-ups are running rampant throughout the system, and everyone is told to look the other way, and keep silent.

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the U.S. Chambers, Inc. has grown to become a national association of more than 100 self-sustaining Black Chambers CHAVIS and small business associations in every region of the nation.

We take note of the emerging “strategic alliance” between the NNPA and the USBC. We will work together. We will plan together. We will build together. We will win together on behalf of 45 million Black Americans and millions of others who yearn for a better quality of life through economic empowerment and prosperity. Now that is the “good stuff” to report.

As the NNPA, there are some challenges we must take up on behalf of our community, including the hostile takeover of one of the largest Blackled banks in America headquartered in South Carolina. Unfortunately, most Black Americans are not even aware of the plight of CertusBank based in Greenville.

The three top original founders and executives of CertusBank were Black Americans: Executive Chairman Milton H. Jones, Jr., CEO Walter L. Davis, and President Angela Webb. It has been reported that the assets of CertusBank in the first quarter of 2014 were approximately $1.6 billion.

Blacks in Greenville and surrounding communities were very proud of CertusBank since its founding in 2010.

But in April, without justification, the civil rights of Jones, Davis and Webb were systematically violated as they were unfairly removed from their board and executive position at CertusBank. This was a shock to the Black community. At a time when the American economy is recovering, this is a time for strengthening not weakening the economic base in Black America.

We stand with the Greenville NAACP and Branch President J.M. Flemming in opposing this blatant act of racial injustice. Rev. Flemming, in a recent letter to the new primarily nonBlack officials now in control of CertusBank, stated, “But now with the swift termination of the 3 African American executives ‘without cause,’ and aggressive removal of more African American Certus employees, we see a new direction which promotes a climate of bigotry in our community.”

Once again, Parren Mitchell’s wise observation about the need to have an organized approach to supporting and defending Black-owned businesses from racial discrimination and injustice rings true. His advocacy for the establishment of Black Business Legal Defense Fund is still needed. We will keep you posted on this case, which is now in federal court. Let’s not only read and hear the “Voice of Black America,” let’s respond with our activism, energy, prayers, resources, support.

Republicans’ selective memory on executive orders

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist To paraphrase Ronald Reagan, arguably the most overrated U.S. president in history, there they go again.

They, of course, are Republicans in the House of Representatives. And they are going after President Obama yet again, this time over his use of executive orders, presidential directives that have been issued by every president over the past 73 years.

First, let’s brush up on our high school civics.

According to a report by the Congressional Research Service (CRS), “Presidents from Franklin D. Roosevelt through Barack Obama have issued orders that seek to leverage the government’s procurement spending to promote socio-economic policies that some commentators would characterize as extraneous to contractors’ provision of goods or services to the government.”

The report, titled “Presidential Authority to Impose Requirements on Federal Contractors,” explained, “Presidential power to issue executive orders must derive from the Constitution or from an act of Congress. Con-

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tractor-related executive orders historically have been issued based upon the President’s powers under Article II of the Constitution or the powers delegated to the President by FPASA,” a CURRY reference to the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949.

The CRS report noted. “FPASA states that its purpose is to ‘provide the Federal Government with an economical and efficient system for … [p]rocuring and supplying property and nonpersonal services’ and authorizes the President to prescribe any ‘policies and directives’ consistent with the act that he ‘considers necessary to carry out’ the act’s goals of efficiency and economy.”

One of the most significant presidential actions was Executive Order 11246, which was signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on Sept. 28, 1965.

It requires federal contractors to “take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, color, religion, sex or national origin.”

According to CRS, “Under the authority of Executive Order 11246, officials of the Department of Labor issued two orders commonly known as the Philadelphia Plan. The Philadelphia Plan required bidders for federal and federally funded construction contracts in the Philadelphia area valued in excess of $500,000 to submit ‘acceptable affirmative action program[s],’ including ‘specific goals’ for ‘minority manpower utilization’ in six construction trades prior to contract award.”

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Guns cause life to be measured in days,not years

By Walter Fields NNPA Columnist The body count continues to rise as the nation panders to gun zealots and allows the Constitution to be perverted.

The family of 12 year-old Genesis Rincon of Paterson, N.J. made the pain- FIELDS ful decision recently to remove her from life support as she laid brain dead, the latest victim of gun violence.

The young girl was shot in the head while riding her scooter home, another casualty of America’s failure to reign in the possession of firearms.

Just miles away in Newark, the family of another young lady, 17-yearold Chayenne Bond is devastated by her killing; accosted while walking with a friend and shot execution style after she was forced to get on her knees.

Over the Independence Day weekend in Chicago, a city that has become our nation’s ‘Killing Fields,’ gun violence swept through the city injuring 82 people and leaving 14 dead. Not all, but most, of the victims are Black and Hispanic, and under 30 years old. Many of the dead are children, innocent bystanders who have been cut down while engaged in routine tasks. For many of our children life expectancy is now jeopardized by the simple act of riding a bicycle, walking through their neighborhood or sitting on a porch.

We are sacrificing a generation of children to our cowardly submission to the mostly racially fueled paranoia and explicitly political subversion of the Second Amendment. The defense of gun ownership as an absolute right based on an irrational interpretation of the Constitution has allowed firearms to be more numerous than textbooks in communities. The gun lobby successfully buys protection in Congress and then wraps their insanity in the American flag as the nation’s streets are transformed into rivers of blood.

Gun control has never been about curtailing the rights of citizens who are hunters or firearms collectors, but a reasonable restraint upon the proliferation of guns in the hands of citizens with no need to be armed and criminals.

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Memories

By William Spriggs (TriceEdneyWire.com) — Memory is how individuals and societies recall past events. History, SPRIGGS in contrast, seeks to collect the actual data of events. In society, memory is important because it forms the narrative on which we build basic concepts that drive policy.

Take this past week when we celebrated the founding of the United States on July 4. Historical facts tell us there are many days we could designate to celebrate the official independence of the United States of America. July 2 was the day the Continental Congress voted to declare Independence. July 4 is when the Continental Congress completed the draft of the Declaration.

Then there were the battles at Lexington and Concord, Mass., in April 1775 that set the colonies on the path to the American Revolutionary War. Or we could look to Oct. 18, 1781, when British troops surrendered to French troops and General George Washington at the battle of Yorktown, forcing the British to the bargaining table.

Then there’s Sept. 10, 1783, when the war officially ended with the Peace of Paris. As you can see there is much more to the history and documentation of the events of that era, yet in the memories of Americans, it is July 4 that marks the founding of a nation that protects individual liberty against government and mob rule, while upholding representative democracy.

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Define a successful Father ByDedrickD.Henry,Sr./NeighborhoodUnisex We all have our own opinion when it comes to being successful or becoming successful, and we also know wealth, knowledge and possessions determine your true HENRY success in the eyes of some. In a world where money rules all, who or what determines a fathers’ true success when it comes to his offspring? I can remember reading an article a while back pertaining to four siblings all graduating from an HBCU in their chosen academic fields of higher education. Immediately, I thought to myself, “I bet their mother and father are sincerely proud of them.”

A true parents’ success comes when the parents know that they have raised a responsible child who no longer has to depend on them for finance and security. Whether the child chooses to further their education by going to college or joining the working class, a parent just wants their child to succeed. Mother and father both provide love and support, but a mother’s love compared to a father’s love is expressed quite differently. A mother nurtures, pacifies, nourishes and is sometimes submissive, while always sharing their thoughts and concerns intimately.

On the other hand a father demonstrates, provides, protects and sustains a level of balance and structure; where as duties and responsibility is a priority in the child’s life. A mother is capable of instilling these same characteristics, but may not enforce these things as a father would. Just the mention of his name, you think twice,” Don’t make me tell your daddy.”

In a world where just as many people are getting divorced as they are getting married we as parents have to be reminded of who really suffers the most. The children suffer the most.

Fathers need to know that you removed yourself from the relationship with the other parent, not the child. And in some instances parents use their children as a pawn which only hurts the child.

Allow these fathers to stay involved, if they choose not to, at least the child knows you tried. A child needs their father more than you may know, especially these lost Black boys. Both parents play a significant part in any child’s total success whether they become a positive role model or a negative role model of how not to be, their presence is still needed. Black fathers definitely need to start accepting more responsibility when it comes to raising our Black children.

Black fathers need to know that time is more important than money; we need to make memories with our children and allow them to see and experience new things with us. Caring is sharing and we must care for the children so we can share with the children. Children are constantly growing mentally, physically and socially which most of the time requires guidance and good decision making, making a father’s presence a necessity.

I understand it’s hard for a father to raise a child when you’re not in their daily lives’ and their mother’s values may not be your values, but as long you both want and are willing to do whatever it takes for the child’s success. That’s all that really matters in the end. Mothers need to let these fathers get and stay involved in their child’s life; whether he pays child support, has remarried, released from incarceration or moved away. You may not need that man, but your child does. They need his strength, they need his story, they need him, but most important they need his love.

Fathers, if it’s hard to communicate with the mother or the child, be willing to try a new approach to open the lines of communication. Without communication nothing will succeed.

You will be amazed how a simple phone call could make their day. Always remember consistency means everything when building and rebuilding any relationship. Some decisions should be made together, you made time to make the child, now take time to RAISE the child. I can only speak for myself when I say that I don’t always have the money, but I al ways have plenty of knowledge and an abundance of love to share with all my children.

Sports and politics revolve around freedom of choice

By Derek Joy The dog days of summer in South Florida have brought ample rain with its customary searing hot temperatures.

Seems the ‘Boys of Summer’ found two Miami Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton and pitcher Henderson Alvarez - on the National League’s roster for the All Star Game.

While the Miami Dolphins prepare for the opening of training JOY camp later this month, the Miami Heat hasn’t missed a beat in dealing with lost of LeBron James, who chose to return to his Ohio roots and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

No. Miami Heat fans didn’t spew venomous words at James for leaving the Heat after helping them win two championships in four consecutive trips to the NBA Finals.

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St. Ruth Missionary Baptist Church 145 NW 5th Avenue Dania Beach, FL 33004 Office: (954) 922-2529

Bishop Victor T. Curry Senior Pastor/Teacher

Worship T his and Every Sunday at the Church of Your Choice This

Bethel Missionary Baptist Church 2211 N.W. 7th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33061 Church: (954) 583-9368 Email: bethelmbchurchfl@att.net

Reverend Jimmy L. English PASTOR WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ............................................................. 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Sunday School ........................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday (Prayer Service & Bible Study) ............................... 7:30 a.m.

Saturday (Women Bible Study) ............................................................ 8 a.m.

"Baptized Believers working together to do the will of God"

First Baptist Church Piney Grove, Inc. 4699 West Oakland Park Blvd.

Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313 Office: (954) 735-1500 Fax: (954) 735-1939 fbcpg@bellsouth.net

Rev. Dr. Derrick J. Hughes, Pastor SUNDAY SERVICES Worship Services .......................................................... 7:30 & 10:45 a.m.

Children's Church ........................................................ 7:30 & 10:45 a.m.

Communion (First Sunday) ......................................... 7:30 & 10:45 a.m.

New Members' Class .................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Church School .............................................................................. 9:30 a.m.

Baptist Training Union (BTU) .................................................... 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday (Bible Study) ...................................... 11:15 a.m.. & 7:00 p.m.

Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Rev. Juana Jordan, M.Div

WORSHIP SERVICES Bible Study (Wednesday Night) ...................................................... 6:45 p.m.

Sunday School .............................................................................. 8:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Service ............................................................. 10:00 a.m.

Williams Memorial CME “PRAYER IS THE ANSWER” 644-646 NW 13th Terrace Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 (954) 462-5711(Ministry Office Line) (954) 462-8222(Pastor’s Direct Line) Email: wm_cme@bellsouth.net (Church} pastorCal50@yahoo.com (Pastor)

Rev. Cal Hopkins.

M.Div) Senior Pastor/Teacher

The WITNESS of “The WILL” Sunday Worship Experiences ................................................................ 7:45 and 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................................................................................. 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday Night Triumph {Prayer, Praise and Power} Prayer Meeting ................................................................................................................ 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study ........................................................................................................................ 7:30 p.m.

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SERVICES Sunday Worship ................................................. 7:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School .............................................................................. 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday (Bible Study) ........................................... 11a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Mount Calvary Baptist Church

800 N.W. 8th Avenue Pompano Beach, Florida 33060 Church Telephone: (954) 943-2422 Church Fax: (954) 943-2186 E-mail Address: Mtcalvarypompano@bellsouth.net

Reverend Anthony Burrell, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES SUNDAY

New Member Orientation ........................... 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................ 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service ........................................ 11:00 a.m.

WEDNESDAY Prayer Meeting ............................................... 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study ..................................................... 7:00 p.m.

"Doing God's Business God's Way, With a Spirit of Excellence"

New Birth Baptist Church The Cathedral of Faith International Bishop Victor T. Curry, M.Min., D.Div. Senior Pastor/Teacher 2300 N.W. 135th Street Miami, Florida 33167

ORDER OF SERVICES Sunday Worship ........................................................ 7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School ....................................................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday (Bible Study) ......................................................................................... 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday (Bible Study) ............................................................................... 10:45 a.m.

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New Mount Olive Baptist Church 400 N.W. 9th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 33311 (954) 463-5126 ● Fax: (954) 525-9454 CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Dr. Marcus D. Davidson, Senior Pastor WORSHIP SERVICES & BIBLE STUDY Sunday .................................................... 7:15 a.m. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ............................................................................ 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Noonday Service .................................. 12:00-12:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting ............................................ 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study ................................................... 7:00 p.m.

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Leadership, Ownership and Worship F.L.O.W. To Greatness!

Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church 1161 NW 29th Terr., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 33311 (954) 581-0455 ● Fax: (954) 581-4350 www.mtzionmissionarybapt.com

Rev. Dr. James B. Darling, Senior Pastor WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship Service .............................................................................. 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ............................................................................................................... 10:00 a.m.

Communion Service (1st Sunday) ......................................................................... 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting ........................................................................... 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study ................................................................................... 7:00 p.m.

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James C. Boyd Funeral Home MAY Funeral services for the late Missionary Eugenia May-54 were held July 12 at Lighthouse Worship Center with Dr. Jimmie L. Williams officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

McWhite's Funeral Home BLAGROVE Funeral services for the late Lloyd George Valentine Blagrove - 69 were held July 12 at Berean Church of God with Bishop Josep Fagan officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

COLE Funeral services for the late Froney Elizabeth Cole- 94 were held July 8 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Forest Lawn Central.

COLLEY Funeral services for the late Patricia Colley - 70 were held July 12 at McWhite’s Funeral

Home Chapel with Pastor Jerome Symonette officiating.

GALLIMORE Funeral services for the late Ashley Renae Gallimore –28 were held July 12 at First Baptist Church Piney Grove with Dr. Timothy Gallimore officiating.

SMITH Funeral services for the late Patricia Ann Smith were held July 12 at New Birth House of Prayer with Bishop Thomas officiating.

THOMPSON Funeral services for the late Steven Jerold Thompson - 26 were held July 12 at McWHite’s Funeral Home Chapel.

WRIGHT Funeral services for the late Capleton Omar Wright – 32 were held July 12 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Daveisha Price officiating. Interment: Dovecot Memorial Park, St. Catherine, Ja.

Roy Mizell & Kurtz Funeral Home BROOME Funeral services for the late John L. Broome - 85 were held July 12 at First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale with Rev. Dr. Roger Verse officiating. Interment: Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.

DAVIS Funeral services for the late Paul D. Davis - 94 were held July 12 at National Church of God

KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD Why did the early colonists come to America?

By Carey Kinsolving And Friends “The colonists came to America because they heard it was a free country. They came from neighborhoods that had problems,” says Nathan, age 7.

I wonder if you’re thinking of Australia instead of America.

“Early American colonists came to America for freedom, God and gold,” says Jenny, age unknown.

Legends of gold cities lured some of the earliest Spanish conquistadors to the Americas, but Natalie, 12, says many early American colonists risked hardship and deprivation for religious freedom: “In their countries, it was illegal to practice religion the way they wanted to. They had to do what their leaders ordered.

“This posed a problem since those beliefs were not their own.

When they came to America, they established colonies where they could worship freely. The dream of freedom is what brought them to America.”

Any view of America’s founding that omits the longing for spiritual freedom does not adequately explain why people left their homes for this new land. Question: In the four decades that preceded the signing of the Declaration of Independence, name the man who spoke to the most Americans: George Washington, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin or Samuel Adams.

None of the above.

Have you ever heard of George Whitefield? I never had until I read about the Great Awakening, which Whitefield led on two continents (North America and Europe). Some church historians compare this spiritual awakening to the spread of the good news in the days of the early church when Jesus’ apostles took the gospel to every corner of the Roman Empire.

Whitefield, 22, began preaching the necessity of being with Bishop Willie Coleman officiating. Interment: South Florida National Cemetery, Lake Worth, Fla. WHEELER Funeral services for the late Frederick K. Wheeler – 41 were held July12 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship Center with Rev. James B. Darling officiating. Interment: Lauderdale Memorial Park.

born again by believing in Jesus Christ alone for eternal salvation. Beginning with coal miners near Bristol, England, Whitefield took the message to the common people by preaching outdoors. As he preached, the crowds grew. On Sunday, March 25, 1739, it’s estimated that 23,000 people in Bristol heard Whitefield preach.

When Whitefield came to America on the first of seven preaching tours, he preached from the courthouse steps in Philadelphia. Benjamin Franklin became fascinated with the carrying power of Whitefield’s voice. He estimated that 30,000 people could hear him.

Although Franklin resisted Whitefield’s public and personal urgings to become a Christian, he became a lifelong friend of the famous evangelist and even printed his sermons.

From 1736 to 1770, Whitefield preached more than 18,000 sermons, averaging more than 10 a week. Dr. Rimas J. Orentas described the impact: “Through the universal experience of the Great Awakening, we began to realize that we were a nation. This national identity was rooted in the conviction that we were a people chosen by God for a specific purpose.

“In the earliest prayer of the Puritans was the idea that their colony could be a city on a hill. Through the experience of the Great Awakening, the entire nation became a citadel of light in a darkened world.”

The power of the gospel hasn’t diminished, but its impact is often diluted by Christians who fail to share the good news with others and live out its implications in their lives.

Can you imagine the result if every Christian in America told just one person a month about the saving power of Jesus?

Being a light on a hill as a nation begins with individual Christians becoming lights at home, at work and in their communities. Don’t settle for letting your light shine for only an hour on Sunday morning.

Live the adventure of taking the light of the gospel into dark places, where it shines brightest.

“Kids Talk About God” is distributed by Creators Syndicate. To access free, online “Kids Color Me Bible” books, “Mission Explorers” videos and all columns in a Bible Lesson Archive, visit at www.KidsTalkAboutGod.org.

To read journey-of-faith feature stories written by Carey Kinsolving, visit www.FaithProfiles.org.

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How amazing it is that Black people in this nation, CLINGMAN collectively, are the worst off but yet the most comical, entertaining, ostentatious, and self-defeating of all other groups.

It is striking how, in spite of all the negative aspects of our lives, we spend a great deal of our time living vicariously through the lives of super-stars and mega-heroes. They say “Ignorance is bliss,” so maybe we should use that phrase to our advantage by reporting the other side of the bad stuff we face.

For example, according to police, Chicago’s murder rate is down 20 percent from last year. According to the Urban League Report, Black people are “optimistic” about the economy. At least the cops in L.A. didn’t kill the woman on the expressway. The FCC and some Black Caucus members’ attempt to kill “net neutrality” will not take away our Twitter accounts.

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Diverse Environmental leaders bureau shows: ‘The most effective way to do it is to do it !’

Whew!

After a year of working to develop the Diverse Environmental Leaders (DEL) National Speakers Bureau, today we launched it out into the world with great anticipation and see how it will fly. If you’ve ever sent your child off to college or launched a project from the ground, you know the feeling.

My primary thought is: WHO in the world of conservation wouldn’t want direct access to communities of color in a way that engages new constituents to explore and embrace our public lands? Exactly!

DEL provides “one stop” access to communities of color by aggregating leaders who have made the environment and public lands their priority. Our experts include a former Director of the National Park Service; the foremost expert on green infrastructure development who is jump starting local economies across the country; an actress turned professor, author of the hottest new book on environmental diversity, and a Navajo Teen Queen who uses original music and art to promote understanding of her culture.

Founders of decades-old environmental non-profits; millennial leaders in the movement to reconnect young people with nature; legendary explorers from the world’s Seven Summits to submerged wrecks in our marine parks, and experienced travel specialists who are heavily involved the $181.7 billion annual domestic spending power of diverse communities -

the services of all will be available through one website at DEL. Our vision is that these individuals will be engaged as paid speakers and trainers and as conduits between communities of color and the environmental sector. Thus, we will easily and strategically increase the diversity of Americans enjoying our protected lands and expand advocacy for its protection.

One of the best parts of this experience so far is the enthusiasm with which these renowned leaders responded to our invitation. Of more than 60 people we reached out to, less than a handful said no due to personal reason. The vast majority exhibited great pleasure in being asked and see the benefits from aggregating our energies rather than working in isolation.

The other pleasing development is the ease with which our team is working to manifest this dream. Our leadership team including Frank, Iantha GanttWright, Carolyn Hartfield and Nadine Patrice have been unflagging in their dedication, meeting every challenge with poise and equanimity. Wow! It’s as though we’re all being drawn forward by a gleaming common vision of a healthier planet created by people who care deeply about Nature and by extension, each other. Celinda Pena, most recently Assistant Director of Communications and Advisor to the Director for the National Park Service

(2009-2014) has come on board as a key part of our team.

So today we reach out to the third leg - our mission-aligned partners and collaborators with whom we’ve worked for close to two decades, inviting them to support the launch of this bold and much-needed initiative with their marketing and philanthropic dollars. We’re looking forward to an enthusiastic response as the dire observations of NPS Director Jon Jarvis ring in our ears: “Some of the things we are seeing now are symptoms of waning relevancy,” says agency director Jon Jarvis. “The flattening of our budget, sequestration cuts, the political pressures on the Park Service to allow everything from extractive usage to more motorized recreation. Rather than continuing to treat the symptoms, we need to go for the cure - and make that connection with all people.”

DEL can be the antidote to this problem. Eerily, the arrival of this story via a friend on Facebook signifies that the time could not be more urgent.

Park Service: Development plans a major threat to Grand Canyon As the greatest conservation President Theodore Roosevelt raved at the turn of the 20th Century after visiting the Grand Canyon, “We have fallen heirs to the most glorious heritage a people ever received, and each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune.”

Delta Sigma Theta and Alpha Phi Alpha to hold political forum to empower women Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., South Broward Alumnae Chapter and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Beta Beta Lambda Alumni Chapter, sponsor and invite the public to an insightful political forum, Women Empowering Women, on Friday, Aug. 8, 2014. at the Miramar Commission Chambers, 2300 Civic Center Place in Miramar. Doors open at 6 p.m. for a welcome reception, followed by the panel discussion at 7 p.m.

Hosted by Miramar City Commissioner Wayne Messam, attendees will have an opportunity to hear from and ask questions of Broward County Mayor Barbara Sharief, Dr. Brenda Snipes (Supervisor of Elections), Felicia Brunson Vice-Mayor of West Park, Mira-

mar City Commissioner Alexandra Davis, Reeta Mills (Candidate for City Commissioner of West Park) and District 1 School Board Member Ann Murray.

At a critical time in the election cycle, this panel discussion is designed to highlight the issues important to constituents, particularly women. Seating is limited and individuals can find out more information and register to attend on Eventbrite by visiting the Events page at www.dstsouthbroward.org or calling (954) 303-3585. This is a free, non-partisan event.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities through-

out the world. A sisterhood of more than 250,000 predominately Black college educated women, the Sorority currently has over 1000 chapters located in the United States, England, Japan (Tokyo and Okinawa), Germany, the Virgin Islands, Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Republic of Korea.

The major programs of the sorority are based upon the organization’s Five Point Programmatic Thrust: Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, Political Awareness and Involvement.

Two groups announce plan to boost spending among Blacks (Cont'd from FP) Interestingly, Nielsen finds that Black Americans are 28 percent more likely than other groups to read financial magazines such as Forbes and Fortune, yet have low levels of participation with mainstream financial products such as purchasing stock or mutual funds.

Although Black Americans have yet to truly wield their power as consumers, prominent brands have taken notice, including. Marriott International.

“We see the power of the African American wallet, spending, and economic value,” said Apoorva Gandhi, vice president of Multicultural Markets and Alliances for Marriott. “It’s really important to us that we are consistently authentic in how we employ – through recruitment and developing executive professionals – and also how we market to, and do business with this segment.”

The hotel brand has been named one of Black Enterprise’s top 40 companies for diversity for eight consecutive years. Marriott has also maintained decades-long partnerships with major Black organizations such as the National Urban League, NAACP, the National Black MBA Association.

“One way we try to reach the African American segment is through our multicultural and diversity partners,” Gandhi

says. “One, because these are great organizations doing great things. But also, they are gateway groups to their demographic. We work to support their goals because, frankly, they’re our goals too.”

Marriott says it was the first hospitality company to establish a diversity and inclusion program. Today, it is also one of a handful of big-name hotels working to cultivate Black executives and owners.

Interestingly, Norman Jenkins, NABHOOD treasurer, and founder of Capstone Development, the company that cofinanced the Marriott Marquis in D.C., is also a former Marriott executive. Under his leadership, the brand boasted of at least 500 minority-owned or minority-franchised Marriotts around the world in just three years under its Diversity Ownership Initiative.

Jenkins represents the other angle of Black economic power: gatekeeping and ownership. By owning a business, African Americans can solve many of their own community problems.

“Black businesses still struggle to find funding, either through equity or debt, to let them grow to what they could be,” Busby says. “But we know Black business is the key to the unemployment that is wreaking havoc on our communities.”

As Ingraham explained, more business at Black-owned

hotels results in more hires and more corporate promotions of other African Americans working within the establishment, who can eventually become executives or owners. More business also means that hotels have to buy more goods from suppliers, and can choose to patronize other Black-owned businesses in the process.

NABHOOD counts more than 500 Black-owned hotels and hospitality venues in the United States, and nine abroad, mostly in the Caribbean, with the exception of one in Ghana and another in Liberia. The organization has a listing of these Black-owned properties on its website, www.nabhood.net.

The two organizations will continue their partnership for the long run, with the next collaboration at the 18th Annual International Multi-cultural and Heritage Tourism Summit and Trade Show this weekend in Miami.

“We’re trying to sign as many agreements as possible for people to give us a chance to provide the level of service they are accustomed to,” Ingraham explains. “The opportunity exists for each of us to play a role in change the economic tapestry.

If we could just revise our conscience level and agree to do business with each other, we can all benefit.”

As beautiful as our natural, cultural and historic treasures are the leaders assembled in DEL, led by the Hon. Bob Stanton, Director of the National Park Service (19972001).

That question has never been more relevant than it is today. We need an energized constituency to rise to the challenge of the life-altering changes facing our parks. Yes, people have the right to build on private property, but as someone who’s visited Grand Canyon multiple times, it gives me the shudders to think of a development where once a peerless panorama was visible.

People only protect what they know and love, so let’s get about the business of increasing the love through the expertise in DEL. Today I stand with you and the pioneering aviator Amelia Earhart who declared “The most effective way to do it is to do it.”

We’re doing it!! Now please do your part and take it forward!

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Goodbye to Jet Magazine: Last issue released in June

By Andrew Scot Bolsinger The final issue of a pioneer magazine that focused on its core audience of Blacks in America and expanded into the mainstream marketplace released its final print magazine on June 9.

JET Magazine will revert to an entirely online presence following its final issue as it transitions to an all-digital format.

The front of its final printed magazine was an assortment of the most iconic covers.

JET started as “The Weekly Negro News Magazine” in 1951. During its 63 years in print it grew in stature under a catchphrase; “If it isn’t in JET, it didn’t happen.”

In 1955 its shocking cover of the brutal murder of Emmitt Till catapulted the magazine into a national publication. Till

was a 15-year-old kid who was murdered while visiting the south for reportedly speaking to a white woman in passing.

JET rose to prominence by its reporting on the civil rights era. The magazine chronicled the work of Martin Luther King, Jr. The magazine bolstered its news presence with focus on Black fashions, current events and entertainment news.

It was the third largest publication for Black Americans. The plan is to have an annual “best of the JET” print issue in the years to come, according to a story in the New York Times.

JET Mag’s new app — available on all tablet and mobile devices — launched June 30, and has an EBONY and JET digital store as well as new interactive features in addition to their usual content, according to a story on The Huffington Post.

Janet Jackson: Quitting entertainment, converting to Islam This news will probably be challenging for Janet Jackson fans to stomach, but the legendary icon has decided to put her entertaining days behind her.

According to entertainment columnist Rob Shuter, the famed performing artist has grown tired of the entertainment industry and is moving to another country to convert to Islam.

This information comes slightly more than a month after

news broke that she and billionaire retail businessman Wissam Al Mana of Qatar are married. "The rumors regarding an extravagant wedding are simply not true,” the couple told ETOnline, which broke the official wedding news. “Last year we were married in a quiet, pri-vate, and beautiful ceremony.” The couple adds, “Our wedding gifts to one another were contributions to our respective favourite children’s charities.

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Hot fun in the summertime: Tropical BioMedics offers health living tips for summer RHINEBECK, N.Y. — As the Nat King Cole song says, it’s the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer! Which means it’s the season for family vacations, lounging by the pool, visiting amusement parks, and walking barefoot on the beach. Being outside in the sun feels great especially after the polar vortex winter of 2013 – 2014. But there are precautions that should be taken when spending time outside in the heat. Topical

BioMedics offers tips for staying safe and healthy while catching some rays and waves.

Beach Bag Essentials Whether you’re spending the day by the shore, lake, or pool, there are several must-have items for toting in your beach bag: Lip balm: Lip protection is important to keep lips from getting chapped by the breeze or burned by the sun.

Water shoes or flip-

What then shall we live as commanded?

(Cont'd from FP) Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!

Consider (think about, mull over give deep thought to) on how wholesome and superior and excellent and enjoyable and satisfying it is for family, friends, through bonds and bloodlines, a collection of people with something extraordinary in common and the love of God, to live together, to have a home, linger, to want to stay in agreement in harmony and accord with, not based upon financial standing or class or position in life.

It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments It is a holy anointing oil, a mixture of four spices; myrrh, cinnamon, cane, and cassia mixed together in olive oil, a perfume blend. They were different spices mixed together to make a wonderful fragrance - a holy oil, a representation of unity. A portrait of diversity, albeit a community united. It was not the oil that was blessed but the assortment. Separately the spices could not make a holy oil. God did not ask for one spice, but required four different spices. God could have used just one spice, but He didn’t. The body of Jesus Christ is made up of all types of people. He calls us to live in agreement and unity.

The entire body shall be for the use of God. We are set apart for God’s use from the tops of our head down to where our clothes touch the ground is blessed. This precious oil is the bond that cements our unity. David must have written this Psalm at a time of peace in his life and that of his homeland.

By comparing unity to the anointing oil, he is expressing how very precious unity is.

As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.

Psalm 133 (KJV) By contrasting unity to the dew of Hermon (the top), David affirmed it to be advantageous to development and affluence.

The dew is one of the sources of nourishment for strong and healthy plant life. Unity always supports vigorous growth, potency and prosperity in families, people, organizations, etc.

Dejectedly, unity is not an expression that illustrates the world of today; separation and divisions are more precise accounts.

Until we are prepared to embrace the unadulterated TRUTH with audacity and without justification in individual lives, the world will never understand factual harmony.

“And show your own self in all respects to be a pattern and a model of good deeds and works, teaching what is unadulterated, showing gravity [having the strictest regard for truth and purity of motive], with dignity and seriousness.” Titus 2:7 (AMP)

flops: Choose shoes that can get wet and rinse off easily. If you are heading to a public pool that has rough cement, fresh water swimming with a rocky bottom or ocean it would be safer to opt for water shoes with rubber soles with a mesh covering to protect feet and toes.

Shoes also help protect delicate feet from hot sand and asphalt, which can cause severe burns.

Just remember, flip flops do not offer any support whatsoever and should not be worn when you’ll be walking around for any length of time.

Water bottle: Even though your family is spending the day at the beach, it is very important that you rehydrate throughout the day and having water handy will encourage your kids to replenish their fluids. Avoid alcoholic beverages, caffeine, soda, and other carbonated drinks, which are dehydrating.

Head protection: Whether you choose a floppy straw hat or a baseball cap, be sure to include hats for every member of your family in your beach bag. Remember that ears get sunburned too so choosing a wide-brimmed hat is extremely useful for keeping the sun off ears, face and head.

Eye protection: Sunglasses help shield the eyes from the harmful effects of the sun and also keep you from squinting, which can contribute to premature wrinkling. Be sure to choose sunglasses that have good UV protection.

Summer first aid kit for active families Be prepared by keeping a first aid kit on hand for any incident that could put a damper on summer fun. One ideal one: Topricin’s “Boo Boos Happen” kit featuring a convenient zippered pouch with a tube of Topricin for Children—the doctor-recommended safe, natural alternative to chemical-based pills, ointment, and liquids, as well as a great all ‘round first aid cream for treating bug bites, sunburns, and other aches and pains—plus “Ouchies” designyour-own self-adhesive bandages with their own coloring markers, and handy travel-size packets of original Topricin and Topricin Foot Therapy Cream.

Other essentials to tuck into your vacation first aid kit: Ear plugs to keep water out of the ear to avoid discomfort and prevent bacterial from causing an infection Goggles to protect eyes and natural/homeopathic eye drops to relieve any irritation

South Florida chapter named for first African American prosecutor

Charles Morton (seventh from left) pictured with speakers who honored him.

(Cont'd from FP) Many speakers shared their personal experiences of Charles Morton, including Broward County State Attorney Michael Satz; Peter Weinstein, Chief Judge, 17th Judicial Circuit Court; U.S. District Court Judges William P. Dimitrouleas and James Cohn; Kathleen Cannon, president & CEO, United Way Commission on Substance Abuse; Dr. Marcus Davidson, senior pastor, New Mount Olive Baptist Church; Jeffrey Harris, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; and Kelly Hancock, partner at Krupnick, Campbell Malone. Eugene Pettis, immediate past president of The Florida Bar commented that “it is so good to be able to celebrate a man’s good works while he is still here for us to thank him.”

Also in attendance were Chief Assistant State Attorneys from Miami Dade County, Broward County, and West Palm Beach. Representatives from the offices of Senator Bill Nelson and Congressman Alcee Hastings were present as well.

The Executive Board of the Charles B. Morton Jr. South Florida Chapter of the NBPA: President: Ayana Duncan, Assistant Chief, Misdemeanor Domestic Crimes Unit of the Miami Dade County State Attorney’s Office; Vice President: Maurice Johnson, Assistant United

States Attorney, Southern District of Florida; Secretary: Michele Jones, Assistant State Attorney Miami Dade County State Attorney’s Office; Treasurer: Cathy Sagesse, Assistant State Attorney Miami Dade County State Attorney’s Office; Board Member at Large: Regina Faulk, Assistant State Attorney 17th Judicial Circuit/ Broward County State Attorney’s Office; Chair, Membership Committee: Carolyn Martin, Assistant State Attorney Miami Dade County State Attorney’s Office Chair, Fundraising Committee: Maryam Adeyola, Assistant State Attorney Miami Dade County State Attorney’s Office Chair, Programs Committee: Jessica Sinkfield, Assistant State Attorney Miami Dade County State Attorney’s Office; Chair, Bylaws & Nominations Committee: Marilynn Lindsay, Assistant United States Attorney, Southern District of Florida; Bruce Brown, National President of the NBPA, says “The increase in membership which enabled us to form a South Florida chapter shows the passion and dedication that our African American prosecutors have for justice. We saw fit to name the chapter after

Charles Morton, who is a pioneer, as well as a mentor to many.” NBPA Southeast Regional Director Melba Pearson agrees, stating, “We are very excited for this next chapter in NBPA history. The region has grown in the last year from a dozen members, to close to 80.

Twenty five of those members are in South Florida. The members have elected an energetic board, ready to do great projects in the communities that need us the most.”

The National Black Prosecutors Association is the only professional membership organization dedicated to the advancement of prosecutors of color. Founded in 1983, the Association’s membership is comprised of over 800 prosecutors nationwide. It includes both elected and line prosecutors nationwide. In addition to prosecutors, the association’s membership includes law students, former prosecutors, and members of the judiciary and law enforcement personnel. To learn more about the mission of NBPA, visit www.blackprosecutors.org. For further information, please contact Melba V. Pearson, NBPA Southeast Regional Director, at (305) 491-2404.

A vial of vinegar to treat jellyfish stings if you’re at the ocean -Alcohol wipes to disinfect or cleanse Extra bandages and gauze Antibiotic ointment to treat open wounds An antihistamine, just in case of an unexpected allergic reaction The Great Sun Debate To sunbathe or not to sunbathe—THAT is the hot topic of the season!

For years now we’ve been advised to stay out of the sun, and slather on sunscreen with ever-higher levels of SPF before we even think about setting a foot outside our air conditioned doors.

But the tide is changing, so to speak, and the sun is no longer seen as Public Enemy Number One. In fact, the decades-long moratorium on sunbathing has not done a thing to curb skin cancer rates, which are skyrocketing.

Numerous new reports and studies have experts recommending that we all need, and benefit, from the sun’s rays.

It seems that regular, moderate, unprotected—yes that’s right unprotected—sun exposure, when thoughtfully managed, is essential. It’s also the way our bodies generate vitamin D, an important ingredient for optimizing health and preventing disease. It’s high time we embraced the sun, as in the USA vitamin D deficiency is now at epidemic levels.

It’s come to light that the best way to optimize vitamin D levels is with limited sunscreen-free exposure to the sun. Safe, smart, strategic bouts of sunshine help the skin produce the Vitamin D our bodies need to build bones,

curb inflammation, and boost the immune system. Moreover, research indicates that vitamin D and may help prevent as some types of cancer, including pancreatic, lung, breast, ovarian, skin, prostate, and colon. Ironically, a 2011 study published in Cancer Prevention Re-

h e a l t h advocate, “Sunburns are the enemy—not the sun.

Some sun exposure is good, but get too much and y o u ’ r e

search suggests that optimal levels of vitamin D offer protection against sunburn and skin cancer.

Other benefits of the BIG D: it can help protect the body from diseases like multiple sclerosis, rickets (in the young), tuberculosis, inflammatory bowel disease, type 1 diabetes, in-flammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus. And, according to the Vitamin D Council, researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham have reported that “lack of sun exposure may lead to cognitive decline over time.”

Along with vitamin D benefits, UVB exposure has a number of positive health effects, including easing mild depression, enhancing energy levels, regulating melatonin, suppressing MS symptoms, and treating skin diseases. It also has been shown that 20 minutes of sun exposure can lower blood pressure.

Sun Savvy According to Frank Lipman, MD, physician, author, and

playing with fire.”

When it comes to skin issues and concerns, apparently sunshine is good—it’s the sunburns that create problems and are hazardous to our health. Here are some tips for getting healthy doses of sunshine and vitamin D with minimal risk: — Short, regular exposures have been found to be much more effective and safer than the occasional long one.

— Control your exposure and build up your tolerance slowly. To maximize your body’s natural Vitamin D production, start with five minutes of mid-morning sun without sun block, and work your way up to 20 - 30 minutes. (The sun is strongest midday so avoid being outside sans protection from high noon until a few hours beyond.)

— Don’t overdo do it. After 30 minutes in the sun without skin protection, apply a safe, natural sunscreen.

— You also need to protect skin if you’re in and out of the water, on a boat/doing any activity when the breezes can make you less aware that you’re getting sun burned.

— Don’t get fooled by cloudy days — they can burn you just as easily as sunny ones.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are extremely fair skinned, have had skin cancer, or have any other concerns regarding sun safety, check with your doc first regarding appropriate levels of exposure to the sun and proper protection.

Two rescued from apartment fire Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue responded to an apartment fire at 1115 SW 15 Terrace Sunday afternoon. Upon arrival crews encountered heavy smoke and fire from the first floor apartment. Two elderly victims were trapped on the second floor and had to be rescued by firefighters that carried them down to safety. The fire was

quickly extinguished by Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue and contained to the apartment of origin. One 17 year old was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Three adults and five children are displaced and in the care of the Red Cross. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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Hip Hop Corner

A challenge for the hip hop generation

By Jineea Butler NNPA Columnist Lately, Hip Hop news has been fueled with beef and rants of all kinds. Meek Mill is beefing with Wale because Wale wasn’t supporting Mill’s current project enough on social media, Dame Dash is blaming Lyor Cohen for the downfall of Rocafella Records, Lil Wayne thanks the world for supporting his bull. Chris Brown and Drake are in the studio together and Lebron James shocked the world with a return to Cleveland. Wow! Where is the substance?

When are we going to demand something more from those that represent us on a grand stage?

Is their job just to entertain us through the struggle and our role is to watch them fight over our attention to keep them relevant and paid in full? Are we really living in the Matrix?

When I see people constantly plugged into some form of social media pretending to be whomever they want to be and finding happiness behind a desktop, laptop or handheld device, I realize fantasy sells more than truth. Is that by design?

Or, are we attracted to our own BS? Are we in fear of being accountable for our actions or successful for our relentless pursuits? Sometimes it feels like that. In our society, it seems like everyone is trying to set each other up for failure.

With shows like “Big Brother,” “Survivor” and other reality programs that promote deception in the form of friendship how can we be getting better?

People of color are projected to become the majority in the U.S. by 2050, if not sooner.

What will that world look like?

If we can’t depend on the music and global messages to navigate us to victory, how do we in-sure we are preparing our children to compete in this society in generations to come?

Other ethnic groups have entered America and based their ascension off of what we have endured in this country and they are winning. Why is it that we can’t put a plan in place that ensures the preservation, economic development and success of our culture? Are selfish people with ruthless egos and agendas to blame? Look at the Mexican children running

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for the borders of America hoping they can get a glimpse at the opportunity to be an American citizen.

Their parents BUTLER and families are praying that once they get caught they will be granted citizenship into a country that can make their dreams come true.

Are our children even dreaming? Do you think they would be willing to take a chance to escape the poverty stricken arrangements they are stuck in?

I look into the eyes of our children and many are coping out on us. They are purposely rebelling against the world that has been presented to them.

They feel that they do not need to subscribe to a system of illusions when they can deal with the real hard core facts. A tattoo on their face, neck, and/or hand proves they are not considering going to work on Wall Street. The harsh reality is that is not their fault that they are not prepared. I doubt they even know the millions of career options available for them to pursue. Why is that? Is it because we allow nonsense-driven content to monopolize our time and our children’s minds? Our civil rights fight included and needed the athletes, actors and musicians to use their voice to publicize the struggle. Why is it any different today?

By 2020, the Department of Energy’s goal is to have 1 million new STEM graduates and 100,000 new teachers in STEM education. We need to immediately begin preparing our children by removing the barriers to success. Our children have to upgrade their math and writing skills as well as stay out of the criminal justice system to reap the benefits of these great paying jobs that will require as little as a two year degree to make over $50,000 a year.

For the sake of Hip Hop, I believe we have all continued to support the lifestyle in one form or another knowing the direction has been tainted. For those of us wwho have fought so hard for Hip Hop, it’s hard to turn around and fight against it. But part of our responsibility is to admit when we are wrong. Words have transcending power and we can not ignore the effects this has had on our children and our culture as a whole. All we have to do is pledge to use our power to influence success in areas where it is needed. Why limit ourselves to negative images and tough talk, when can expand our reach and be change agents.

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Nation’s only Black Touring Rodeo celebrates 30th anniversary — making its way across the country 2014 Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Schedule — From Denver, CO to Washington, DC OAKLAND, CA — The nationally renowned Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo (BPIR) is excited to announce that its 2014 touring season marks its 30th anniversary on the road – taking thrilling professional rodeo competitions to delighted audiences and rodeo fans across the United States. Having already competed this year in Denver, CO and Memphis, TN., some of the nation’s most skilled

and entertaining Black cowboys and cowgirls will soon ride into a town near you—from the San Francisco Bay Area July 1213th to the season’s championship grand finals competition in Washington DC‘s Prince George’s Showplace Arena September 19-20th, and locales in between.

In each toured city Riders choke dust as fans and novice spectators throughout the coun-

try cheer for hard riding competitors as they battle to be named the best after a season of competition.

At every stop, dust will fly as spectators cheer for their favorite competitors during thrilling Calf Ropin’, exhilarating Bareback Ridin’, Bull Doggin, Ladies Barrel Racin’, Junior Barrel Racin’, Ladies Steer Undecoratin’, and gripping Bull Ridin.’

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Second annual Knocking Down HIV/AIDS statistics in Broward County

Participants getting food.

CEO Mikelange Olbel signs community service hours sheet for volunteers.

By Mikelange Olbel Team Saving Our Youth (SOY) hosted its Second annual Knocking Down HIV/AIDS in Broward County (Keep It Real

With Our Youth) and was a major success. The event was held on July 12, 2014 from 11am to 2 pm at the Mid-Town Commerce Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Team had over 60

young adults between the ages of 14-22 in attendance, and parents also showed up in large numbers to become more educated about HIV/AIDS in Broward County. Team SOY gave free book bags, school supplies, gift cards, and even gave away a free laptop at this event.

Strong community involvement was proven true when some young adults showed up early to help setup for the event and were able to receive community services hours for school or legal requirements.

This educational event also included free lunch for the attendees. Team SOY really presented a great opportunity for community members to come together and learn how we can make better decisions in our future, specifically starting with the youth in our community.

Team is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit youth development agency providing educational, prevention, and early intervention services aimed at cultivating/ strengthening families in South Florida. Team SOY is dedicated to ensuring that youth and

L to r: Dr. Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Dr. Wilbert “Tee” Holloway, member of The Miami-Dade County School Board, Officer Kolei McKinney and Chief of School Police and District Security Ian A. Moffett pose for a photograph during recent Swearing In Ceremony for seven new officers and an officer promotion held at Miami-Dade County School Board Building Auditorium. This is the third Swearing In Ceremony this school year, for individuals transitioning into new positions to better serve our student population.

Chi Psi Omega Chapters partner with Department of Juvenile Justice

L to r: Barbara J. Thomas, co-chairman; Cassandra L. Evans, Venetta McCullough, Veronica Phillips, president; Yulanda Smith-Ellis, Tabitha Bush, chairman; Paula Edwards, Catrice Lee-Brown and seated: Dr. Rosalind Osgood, author, Story Behind Story.

Chi Psi Omega Chapter’s Initiative V: Social Justice and Human Rights Committee partnered with the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Broward County SATC (Sexual Assault Treatment Center), PACE Center for Girls and MODCO (Mount Olive Development Corporation) to conduct another seminar in its for Girls Only Series, entitled “Real Talk”, June 28, 2014, at the PACE Center for Girls, in Wilton Manors, Fla. This event was sponsored for young ladies 11 through 17 years of age; being advertised in the newspaper and on the chapter website. Fourteen young ladies participated in the seminar/event. The program agenda was designed for participatory interaction, engagement, involvement, knowledge enhancement, growth as well as life-long learning on the part

of the participants. The presenter, author Soror Dr. Rosalind Osgood, School Board Member for District V, president/CEO MODCO, assistant pastor of New Mount Olive Baptist Church and former adjunct professor, Nova Southeastern University was introduced by Soror Cassandra L. Evans, committee member. Dr. Osgood demonstrated her ability to reach all age levels with her back-ground story. She has never been embarrassed to tell her story as she tells those caught up in the system of Uturns and second chances. Dr. Os-good’s book, Story Behind Story is a compelling masterpiece coupled with a unique, personal perspective; chronicling her trials to triumph. More specifically, the book is thoughtprovoking, motivational, designed to change negative, wayward, deviant or out of con-

trol behavior and to provide answers to questions otherwise not asked. Dr. Osgood has a love and is passionate about children and their success.

More importantly, she is in her element and comfort zone when interacting with them.

Following the presentation, each young lady participated in a question and answer session that garnered them door prizes. Furthermore, each one was presented with one of Dr. Osgood’s books, received an autograph with a personalized message and community service hours for graduation.

This event attracted a host of community volunteers to assist in making this event a success. The basileus presented Dr. Osgood with a certificate of appreciation on behalf of the chapter, took photos, provided closing remarks to the participants and encouraged them to be lead agents for positive change.

Healthy and nutritious snacks served to the

participants for lunch included fresh fruits, granola bars, juices and water.

Evaluations from participants, sponsors, author/presenter, volunteers and sorors evidenced this was an outstanding seminar and achieved the goals of the sponsors.

Sorors in attendance, participating and making the seminar successful were Tabitha Bush, chairman; Veronica E. Phillips, basileus; Barbara J. Thomas, co-chairman; Cassandra L. Evans, program participant; Yulanda Smith-Ellis, 2nd anti-basileus; Venetta McCullough, Catrice Lee-Brown and Paula Edwards.

John March of Broward House and Olbel. previous juvenile offenders have access to innovative, quality programs and services that will transition and transform their lives to shape their future.

Team Saving Our Youth was founded by Mikelange Olbel back in 2012 who is a Broward County, Florida native. When Olbel was asked what inspired this level of work towards HIV/ AIDS for the last few years he stated, “When I was about six or seven years of age, my uncle was diagnosed with HIV, and at that time medication was not helping people live longer like it does today. So like any young kid at that time who heard the word ‘disease’, you associated it with something deadly and you thought to yourself, ‘I am not going to touch him’. However, my lack of knowledge kept me from building a healthy relationship with my uncle. Needless to say my uncle died months later. Once I became knowledgeable of this virus I made up my mind that I wanted others to learn about it as well, and to not miss out on an opportunity to continue to express love to those family members that may be living with HIV. What really started my community initiative was the fact that when I came home from college I found out Broward County was ranked number one in the nation for newly diagnosed HIV cases. I knew my task was big - and still is -- so I wanted to make a difference by encouraging awareness of this virus to everyone in Broward County.” Olbel went on to say, “Everyone’s responsibility is to help educate our youth and families on healthy relationships and safe sex practices in order to prevent and reduce HIV/AIDS in Broward County.”

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to bring awareness to young adults in the Fort Lauderdale community.

Team SOY marketed this community event through the radio station Hot105 FM, social media, flyers, and community organization.

Two days before the event Olbel, CEO of Team , was going door to door to help promote this event in the heart of Sistrunk Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.

One parent who attended the event had learned about it by Olbel knocking on her door Thursday. She stated, “Mr. Olbel is the first CEO I have seen go door- to- door in the community to help prevent HIV/AIDS in the 33311 area, especially while it’s raining. This man really cares about the people.”

When Olbel was asked what inspired his door to door community outreach, he replied by saying, “The 33311 people here on Sistrunk Blvd., need to see who is really trying to help change their community for the better, and not just talking about it.”

Olbel’s vision for the future is clear; he strives to help develop a better community. He is truly a humble man with a huge heart for the people. Olbel’s plan for next year – “I am hopeful for BIGGER and BETTER because it’s about the people.”

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Youth kickoff pastor’s anniversary, Mohorn closes it out

Pictures are from l to r: Mt. Calvary Youth, Revival Dance Theater, and directors Mary Jefferson and Eric Allen kicked off the celebration; The third night of praise featured Rev. Marcus Davidson and the New Mount Olive Baptist Church family including Dr. Rosalind Osgood, other visiting ministers and State Rep. Perry Thurston, Jr.; State Representative Gwyn Clarke-Reed delivered personal reflections about Rev. Burrell during the luncheon is pictured with Pastor Burrell and First Lady Virginia; Rev. Burrell are congratulated on their 10th anniversary by the Mt. Calvary Pulpit Associates is pictured with Rev. Leeroy Woodall, Min. Lillian Woodall, Min. Louise Atkison, Rev. Marcia Davis and Rev. Carolyn McCall Roper.

By Novice Johnson and Jean Scott, with a long list of committee members which From praise dancing to included Runette Williams, AnChristian Comedy, the Mount nette Woods and volunteers Calvary Baptist Church in Pom- who joined together to make pano Beach, Fla. commemorat- the events enjoyable. ed the 10th anniversary of Proclamations and personal their pastor, Rev. Anthony Bur- reflections were read by State rell.

Representative Gwyn Clarke With the theme, “Moving Reed, along with acknowledgeForward with God’s Spiritual ments from Senator Chris Smith Leader,” the celebration began and Commissioner Woody with a kick-off program pro- Poitier. Heartfelt words of inspiduced and directed by Mary ration were read from the BurGoins Jefferson and Eric Allen. rell’s children Courtney, JesThe church praise dancers, call- sica and Anthony Burrell, Jr., ed The Revival Theater, had who were unable to attend. A everyone on their feet after a spirited comedienne, praise performance titled “Stand,” dancers and a poem dedicated while New Creation Baptist led to the First Lady, Virginia Bura clap your hands good-time rell, read by her daughter Brianna, a solo to Sister Burrell by praise session.

Jennifer Scott, and words from Min. Breon Williams, Piney visiting ministers were among Grove Baptist Church, Rev. the highlights of the luncheon.

Marcus Davidson, New Mount Clergy from in and out of Olive Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. town celebrated with Pastor Louis Sanders, Macedonia Bap- Burrell and the First Family, atist Church, Pastor Rasheed long with the Mount Calvary Baaith, and Apostle John L. family. Burrell stated that Mohorn of The Word of the Liv- while the entire slate of events ing God Ministries, were guest for his anniversary was excelspeakers during the celebra- lent, it was the kickoff from the tion events while members of Youth and the words from his the Pompano Clergy Council children that put the icing on and President Rev. Gary Mc- the cake. He went on to state Cleod attended various nights. that this tenth anniversary is The anniversary committee the start of a new beginning was chaired by Minister Louise that will see more focus on empoAtkinson and co-chaired by wering the youth to make them Deacon and Deaconess Arthur and our community stronger.

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