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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

The NNPA celebrates the living legacy of Dick Gregory The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) pauses to express our heartfelt condolences to the family of Dick Gregory, and to express forthrightly on the public record our profound and enduring love, respect, and salute to the living legacy of Dick Gregory.

At no time in our 400-year travail and struggle for freedom, justice and equality have we been more blessed, as people, to have in our midst a freedom-fighting leader and visionary like our brother and comrade, Dick Gregory.

Brother Gregory’s avant-garde leadership in civil rights, entertainment, journalism and entrepreneurial development will always be remembered and cherished by generations to come. African Americans, in fact all people of African descent, as well as all people who have felt the cold, damp hands and wretchedness of racism and oppression, will be forever inspired by the example of courage embodied by the commitment and activism of Gregory.

During the past six decades, Dick Gregory, would periodically write columns, essays and editorials for the Black-owned newspapers of NNPA members across the nation. His pen and his voice were always on the side of the oppressed, who dared to speak up and stand up for freedom. Today, in Dick’s memory, we all are obligated to do no less. Every breath that we take, we should gain more and more strength to speak truth to

power and to stand against all injustice.

Dick Gregory made us smile, while simultaneously stimulating the irrepressible desire to fight for freedom without compromising the values of integrity, honesty and selfdetermination. In my own personal life-commitment to the freedom movement, Dick would always remind me not to permit the contradictions of society to break our spirit of unity and purpose.

Therefore, on behalf of Dorothy R. Leavell, the

A M E S S A GE F ROM OU R PU BL IS H E R

chairman of the NNPA, and all the 211-member publishers of the NNPA, we acknowledge that we will miss Dick Gregory, but we will not forget him. We will not forget his tenacity. We will not relent in using the audacity and clarity of his devoted life to the uplift of all humanity. Long live the spirit of Dick Gregory.

Sincerely, Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. President and CEO of the NNPA

Brother Gregory’s avant-garde leadership in civil rights, entertainment, journalism and entrepreneurial development will always be remembered.

$10M awarded to YMCA to spur development in Historic Sistrunk Mizell Center will be redeveloped to create new opportunities

Better than any postal service: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father’s hand. I and my Father are one. John 10:2830 (KJV)

By Bobby R. Henry, Sr.

Is Hurricane Maria Worse Than Irma?

God showed more of His power over these past weeks, with His display of the most powerful (Cont’d on page 10)

PUB L ISHER ’S NOTE

Powerful Hurricane Maria left destruction in Dominica on Tuesday, and is fast approaching Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands—both of which were already hit hard by Hurricane Irma in early September. Maria is expected to bring maximum sustained winds of 160 miles per hour, the U.S. National Hurricane Center reports. The imminent second blow from this brutal (Read full story at www.thewestsidegazette.com)

A Teacher’s Battle Broward County Public School veteran teacher recounts story of bullying and harassment by administrators and the district

By Nichole Richards (Part 2 of a 3 Part Series) Dr. Bentley was used to new principals. Surplused a number of times throughout her career (a status given when the number of teachers exceeds the number needed or than can be afforded), she was transferred to multiple schools in different neighborhoods and under different administrations.

Some were excellent fits and her expertise was valued, such as when she was appointed by principal of ...

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I am in total disagreement with the entire process of how the City of Fort Lauderdale has awarded the YMCA over $10 million to erase a part of our history to be replaced with “their” version, especially when some of those funds could be used to keep raw sewage from the streets of neighborhoods in the area. Even though I am totally against this, I will not be as selfish, vindictive and clandestine as most of those involved, i.e. most of the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Commission along with the Fort Lauderdale Housing Authority and a Candidate who is running for City Commissioner, including those who were “bought off” with a little cash, promises and pipe dreams. Those who would use the fact that they are in disagreement with those who oppose this entire process and try to sabotage relationships and destroy credibility of upstanding citizens; should get what they rightfully deservereplacement! I still believe that this is a Trojan horse and a gateway to allow our community to be gentrified.

Yours in the struggle, Bobby R. Henry, Sr. Publisher

Rendering courtesy of the YMCA

Fort Lauderdale, FL – The L.A. Lee Family YMCA, oldest YMCA in Broward County and serving the Fort Lauderdale community for over 70 years with diverse programs for all ages, was awarded $10 million dollars by the City of Fort Lauderdale Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Community Redevelopment Agency (NPFCRA) for the redevelopment of the first Black hospital, the Mizell Center, located at 1409 NW Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 33311. The Fort Lauderdale City Commission voted in favor of the redevelopment project on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017.

Founded in the 1930s by Fort Lauderdale’s first Black surgeon, Dr. Von D. Mizell, the Mizell Center’s revitalization aligns with (Cont’d on page 3)

NAACP Florida State Conference demands justice for eight deaths at Hollywood nursing home and calls on Governor and legislative leaders to establish a mandate for generators in all nursing homes statewide “We are disgusted and outraged at the clear neglect and lack of care for our most vulnerable at a Hollywood nursing home. The NAACP continues to fight ensuring African-Americans and other people of color have optimal health outcomes and access to timely, quality and affordable health care. This tragic situation raises many questions and we demand answers.

A comprehensive investigation from both law enforcement and our state health agencies will provide answers we all need to understand what happened. We call on the Governor and members of the Florida Legislature to mandate that all nursing homes statewide be required to have a generator. We also call for additional oversight and enforcement from the Florida Department of Children and Families and the Agency for Health Care Administration. These measures will provide an additional safety net for our seniors, individuals with disabilities and all patients in these facilities,” says Adora Obi Nweze, President of NAACP Florida State Conference and member of the National Board of Directors.

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FPL does not pay for food loss

Despite rumors to the contrary, Florida Power & Light Co. will not reimburse customers for spoiled food in your refrigerator due to power outages caused by Hurricane Irma.

“We do not reimburse food loss for any natural disaster,” said FPL spokesman Peter Robins. “There is no utility in the state of F lorida who does that.”

The confusion began when an online “food loss claim form” began circulating on social media without any explanatory context, Robins said.

That form, Robins said, is for use when a customer believes FPL caused the outrage, not a hurricane.

When that is the case, a claim for up to $200 can be submitted for review, Robins said.

Like most utilities, FPL decides which claims it will pay.

The utility company took to Twitter Friday to quash the reimbursement rumor: “We know it is hard to lose food after an outage. However, we’re not responsible for spoiled food from an act of nature such as hurricanes.”

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Broward County Transit evacuates residents to safety as Hurricane Irma barreled toward South Florida BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Transit (BCT) buses rolled out quickly, on Thursday morning, Sept. 7, 2017, to designations across Broward County picking up residents evacuating from Hurricane Irma to the safety of shelters opened throughout the county.

Entire families, the young and the elderly, carrying what they could, boarded BCT buses, relieved that they were being transported to the safety of the shelters.

Bus evacuation pick-up routes included people living along the beaches, in mobile home parks, and the homeless.

Broward County Transit’s paratransit service, TOPS, also

assisted with transporting our most fragile customers, those living in assisted living facilities and hospitals, to shelters set up to meet their specific needs.

“Our goal was to get people to safety and leave no one behind who contacted us needing transportation to a shelter.

As part of our plan, we designated pick-up locations and conducted sweeps picking up people who waved to our bus operators to stop. BCT’s evacuation plan was well executed and I couldn’t be prouder of our bus operators and other staff members who worked tirelessly to ensure that Broward County residents got to safety, “said Broward County Transportation Director Chris

Walton.

BCT also shuttled 130 National Guardsmen, from Wisconsin, to various locations across the county to assist with clean-up efforts and distributing supplies after Hurricane Irma left a trail of destruction of downed power lines, trees and debris, which cut off many neighborhoods.

As roadways were cleared and deemed safe for travel, BCT quickly resumed bus service with limited hours of operation from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., due to power outages and numerous traffic signals not working in many neighborhoods.

“As the county begins to get back to normal and conditions improve, BCT will continue to

Eatonville’s 130 year-anniversary embellishment institutions. Five local artistsHayes, Ted Hollins, of local and Bronze Kingdom Art Joyce Ronald E. Kelly, Everett Spruill

By Roger Caldwell Eatonville, Florida is recognized as the oldest Black incorporated town in America, and it has survived. This is significant because in a time when statues and art are being torn down and destroyed, Eatonville is building up and edifying the strength, power, and genius of Africa and African American art.

The significance of a culture is measured by its skill and longevity of its art, and the art exhibit displayed at the Eatonville Town Hall is a testimony of our greatness and creativity.

In 1887, Eatonville was the town that freedom built, and in 2017 Mayor Eddie Cole and his team embraced the future with progressive leadership and a

forward vision.

Something special is happening to Eatonville in terms of pride, new economic projects, and love for each other. A new $18 million elementary school will begin construction in August; a $100,000 grant will improve the parks, and construction of a national chain restaurant “Zaxby’s is coming.”

There are also 99 acres of land that will be breaking ground for construction for mixed level home-sites in the next few months.

The art exhibit “Eatonville Proud” represents a resurgence of what had always exhibited in the African American community, and that is pride in strong culture values. The ways these values are portrayed govern all of the major social

and Jane Turner-(Jilly) - have come together to recapture some of life’s drama as we see it unfold in our community, from the past, present and future.

“Some African Americans are uncomfortable with the names of our ancestors, but all we are talking about are those ancestors who have sacrificed their blood for our existence.

Those who have sacrificed everything for all of us to be better off than they were when they came along. When you look at the statues and art, it unites a people as opposed to divide” says Khalil Osiris – Director of Sales, Bronze Kingdom.

There are three magnificent and beautiful pieces from the Bronze Kingdom at the front of the Black Art exhibit showcase, and the artists’ work is displayed all over the first floor. Jane Turner, a longtime resident and artist of Eatonville, is the curator of the exhibit. In explaining Eatonville Proud, Ms Turner says “The definitive aspect of a people is found in artistic expression. This time we have chosen canvas as a backdrop as well as a variety of other mediums.”

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increase its bus services, until fully operational, to meet the needs of our customers,” said Broward County Transporta-

tion Director Chris Walton.

Broward County Transit services are now fully operational. BCT is the second-largest

SMAIF in Action: Health models program removes barriers to successful HIV T reatment Treatment eal name or image — “T eresa”—no esa”—nott her r real Ter esa”—no na viga tes the s ystem after finding out she’ s HIV -positiv e naviga vigates sy she’s HIV-positiv -positive

Teresa is a young African American woman living in the New Orleans area. She was only in her 20s when she found out that she is HIV-positive.

Her journey toward viral suppression has had ups and downs. With her enrollment in the Health Models program, which was supported by the Secretary’s Minority AIDS Initiative Fund (SMAIF), Teresa finally was able to overcome barriers to successfully managing her HIV treatment and becoming virally suppressed.

After Teresa was diagnosed with HIV, she was linked to care at a clinic in New Orleans. Her first experience there was not a good one. Her experience of the initial clinic intake visit left her feeling horrible and she never wanted to return. That one experience kept Teresa out of care for years.

Teresa was only able to start the HIV medical care that she should have received years ago when she was enrolled in the Health Models program. After years of not being in care, she was referred to Priority Health Care in a suburb of New Or-leans, and decided to give treatment another chance after talking with them. She was enrolled in the Health Models program during her initial visit and the program changed her life.

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Sharing Hope. Spreading Love.

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Former CEO and president of Sam’s Club is now the highest ranking woman executive ever at Starbucks Submitted by BusinessWomen.org Starbucks Corporation has announced the appointment of Rosalind Brewer as group president and chief operating officer.

Brewer, former President and CEO of Sam’s Club and current Starbucks board member, has more than 30 years of management experience and more than 10 years of experience leading multi-national retailers.

What she will be doing As group president and chief operating officer, Brewer will lead the company’s operating businesses across the Americas (Canada, U.S. and Latin America), as well as the global func-

tions of supply chain, product innovation, and store development organizations. Brewer brings complementary expertise to other senior leaders including Starbucks veterans John Culver, group president, International and Channels, who will lead the businesses in EMEA, China Asia-Pacific, and Channel Development and Cliff Burrows group president, Siren Retail, who leads the development of the Starbucks Roastery, Reserve, and Princi operations.

“As a passionate customer of the brand and recently elected board member, I have a deep love and admiration for the Starbucks brand and its people.

I am so honored to have the pleasure of working with the Starbucks leadership team to realize our highest of aspirations for the company and I look forward to working closely with the astute and talented leaders across the enterprise,” said Brewer.

She’s no rookie Brewer brings with her extensive insight on large-scale operations and supply chain logistics based on her past senior leadership positions which includes five years with Sam’s Club, the $56 billion membersonly warehouse club channel of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., six years in executive roles for Wal-

Kennek a Jenkins: P olice ha ied 1 2 enneka Police havve identif identified 12 people ‘In ed In Some W ay’ ‘Invvolv olved Wa

By Christina Coleman Essence The investigation into the death of Chicago teenager Kenneka Jenkins continues as police announced Wednesday that 12 people “who were involved in some way” were interviewed or identified by detectives on the case.

According to a press release distributed by the Rosemont Public Safety Department, eight of the 12 interviewed were “present the night/morning of the hotel gathering.” Police have positively identified and are working to locate the remaining four individuals. Jenkins, 19, was found dead in the freezer of the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare Hotel & Conference Center in Rosemont, Illinois in the early hours of Sunday morning.

She was reported missing by friends almost 24 hours earlier.

In addition to interviews, police are also reviewing social media content, videos and sur-

A Teacher Battle

By Nichole Richards (Part 2 of a 3 Part Series) (Cont'd from FP Millennium Middle School, Dr. Cheryl Cendan, to serve on the school’s leadership team. Others were traumatizing.

According to Bentley, she was a victim of two years of emotional and racial bullying at West Broward High School, a 9-12 institution located in Pembroke Pines under the leadership of Teresa Hall. Bentley recounted her shocking story of workplace trauma that destroyed her career and professional life.

“I soon as I got there, I recognized things were off,” Bentley began, “The Athletic department was unorganized. I just wanted to bring order to it.”

According to Bentley, the department lacked curricula, lesson plans, and appropriate physical education equipment.

She also noticed a severe lack of supervision by the school’s Athletic Director, James Darr.

“He would be in his office and leave the students unsupervised in the gym.” Bentley said, “I was really concerned about that.”

Her concern heightened when she noticed the girls’ locker room lacked security, leaving girls vulnerable to the

veillance from the Crowne Plaza’s 47 hotel cameras.

Police first announced Tuesday that they were investigating a viral video posted by one of Jenkins friends on Facebook. The video appears to show Jenkins and others on the hotel’s ninth floor in the hours before her disappearance.

Police initially told the teen’s family that they spotted her on surveillance video from the hotel “staggering” near the front desk around 3:20 a.m. Saturday. She was found in the freezer at 12:48 a.m. Sunday.

Results from an autopsy conducted by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office are pending further studies and the investigation.

“The office will not conduct another autopsy, which is the physical examination of the body. However, further studies are being conducted,” Becky Schlikerman, medical examiner’s office spokesperson, told Essence earlier this week.

Public outrage and protests

JENKINS have followed the news that Jenkins was found dead after hanging out with friends last weekend. While the status of the investigation remains the same, the mother of the teen has suggested that a more malicious factor was at play in her daughter’s death.

“I believe someone in this hotel killed my child,” she told WGN. The Rosemont Public Safety Department, who extended their “deepest condolences” to Jenkins’ family and friends, says the hotel has been “extremely cooperative” in the investigation.

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possibility of boys and male teachers entering.

“I worried about the safety of the young girls,” Bentley said, “As the only female physical education teacher it is my priority to make sure the girls are safe. West Broward High School hadn’t had a female PE teacher in a while and I thought that in itself was an issue.” According to their website, West Broward High School still does not have a female PE teacher.

It was when Dr. Bentley voiced these concerns to Principal Teresa Hall that the bullying began. She found rope in her desk, footprints on the floor of her office, and was subject to verbal abuse, harassment, and humiliation in front of her coworkers and her students.

“I was never really welcomed there by the athletic director,” Bentley claimed, “And then, in trying to do the right thing by the kids, I ended up being blackballed by the principal. I was yelled at, belittled, and harassed on a daily basis.”

Dr. Bentley’s mistreatment became so out of control that the children noticed it. Her students would confide in her with their complaints. One group of students even revealed to Dr. Bentley about overhearing discussions between administration and security on setting her

up to appear she had stolen athletic equipment. She was then banned from the equipment room as a PE teacher.

Some members of the school’s security team took note of the harassment and started speaking up in support of Dr. Bentley.

“I wrote emails to administration expressing my concerns.” Harvey Thomas, then West Broward High School’s Head of Security, said, “I was concerned about the bullying tactics and mistreatment of Yvonne. It wasn’t fair.”

Coincidently, after voicing his concerns, Thomas found himself mired in his own scandal where a student claimed he manhandled him during an altercation. Despite 10 statements from students that claimed the contrary (the statements strangely disappeared), Thomas was terminated. Another security personnel who supported Dr. Bentley, Allen Moore, was also mysteriously terminated.

Dr. Bentley believes they were targeted because they were trying to protect her and speak against the mistreatment.

“I was starting to become concerned about my own safety.”

Dr. Bentley stated

$10M awarded to YMCA to spur development in Historic Sistrunk (Cont'd from FP) with the NPFCRA’s goals and vision of pursuing the redevelopment of vacant properties, strategically redevelop large-underutilized sites, and create and implement area wide design guidelines.

The NPFCRA provides a sustainable development plan that has a positive impact on the district and improves the lives of the residents, as well as attracts new visitors and developments to the area.

The YMCA has named the center L.A. Lee YMCA Mizell Center in order to preserve the community and center’s rich history. The YMCA will utilize the new development to expand current programs, engage the community in development of programs and services that meet their needs, and increase economic development in the community.

The new YMCA’s design is comprised of four floors, which will include child development and youth zones, outdoor play

zone, gymnasium, wellness and aerobic space, theater, and retail and community offices spaces, which will increase job creation in the community. The YMCA’s purpose is to provide programs and services that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility that result in strengthening the foundations of the community.

For additional information about the NPFCRA, go to http:// fortlauderdalecra.com/ or call (954) 828-6130.

Mart and 22 years at KimberlyClark. In addition to her valuable experience in consumer products and distribution, Brewer will also provide vast expertise in product development, product management, innovation, and international operations and distribution.

Brewer earned a bachelor’s

Starbucks Corporation has announced the appointment of Rosalind Brewer as group president and chief operating officer

degree in chemistry from Spelman College and attended an advanced management program at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

She has re peatedly been recognized as one of the world’s most powerful women, ranking #19

by Fortune (2016) and #57 by Forbes (2016). She also sits on the board of directors for Lockheed Martin Corporation and chairs the Board of Trustees at Spelman.

BP appoints its first ever Black female CEO Submitted by BusinessWomen.org BP has announced the appointment of Priscillah Mabelane as its new CEO. She is the first Black woman in the history of the country’s oil industry to head an international company - marking a significant milestone in the organization and industry’s transformation journey.

She officially took the helm of BP’s South African (BPSA) division on September 1, 2017, exactly six years after joining the organization in 2011 as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Her background With over 20 years of service in a number of key leadership positions, Priscillah brings a wealth of world-class experience and expertise to her new role as CEO for BPSA. She most recently served as Operations Director for BP’s UK retail business, where she is credited with maintaining a strong safety record whilst delivering record levels of financial performance and progress on key strategic milestones.

Prior to joining BP, Priscillah held various executive roles in a number of large South African companies including Airports Company where she was the CFO; Ernst & Young where she was a tax director and Eskom

Holdings Limited where she held various roles in finance, tax and general management.

Priscillah is a qualified chartered accountant and has a Bcom Honours in accounting.

“Given her proven track record in her previous executive roles, we are confident that Priscillah will be a strong leader for our business, especially as we continue to explore new areas of growth and development,” says BPSA Board Chairperson, Adv. Thandi Orleyn.

Joining other woman with high positions Priscillah’s appointment follows closely on the heels of two recent female senior executive appointments to the BPSA leadership team: Kelebogile Tseladimitlwa as Human Resources Director Southern Africa and Prinisha Khoosal as

Commercial Integration Manager, Southern Africa during the latter part of 2016.

“Priscillah’s appointment reinforces BPSA’s pioneering role and strength of commitment to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce that will breed creativity and ensure we meet, even exceed customer expectations,” says Orleyn.

BPSA currently boasts the highest number (6) of women in leadership positions, which is over 50% of the executive team. The organization’s board chairperson position is also currently held by a woman, Adv. Thandi Orleyn, since 2011.

For more details about BP South Africa, visit www.bp.com/en_za/southernafrica.html

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This year’s McDonald’s® 365 Black® honorees are a living testament to the power of inspiration. With every personal victory, they’ve used their success to lift their community to new heights. To learn more about the achievements and contributions of this group of extraordinary women, visit 365Black.com

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Chasity Hale, Sanya Richards-Ross, Margaret “Marty” Gillis, Valeisha Butterfield-Jones, Tichina Arnold © 2017 McDonald’s

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Local Events In The Community

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Events Lauderhill, Florida – The Punany Poets Erotic Art Show on Saturday, Sept. 23, at 10 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 24 at 2 a.m., at Studio 5 Ten, 4510 N. University Dr., Lauderhill, Fla.

Concert

Tour Business for the Arts of Broward (BFA) offer Cultural Tour 2.0 on Friday, Spe.t 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdaler, Fla. For more info and register call (954) 940-5344.

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The Second annual concert across America to end Gun Violence on Sunday, Sept. 24, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Park Vista Community High School Auditorium, 7900 S. Jog Rd., Lake Worth, Fla. Free admission.

Speakers- author/motivational speaker Khaliah Camacho-Ali; author/criminologist Thomas Gabor “Confronting Gun Violence in America”; Rabbi Barry Silver, Congresswoman Lois Frankel, Poet Nate Hopwood and more. For more info call (561) 561-2080.

Fair The Broward County Section of the National Council of Negro Women Inc., a non-profit organization annual Community Health Fair on Saturday, Sept.

23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Roosevelt Gardens Park, 2841 N.W. 11 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. “Moving Toward Great Health, It’s A Family Affair”.

Health screenings and information, entertainment, free giveaways, food and beverages.

The health fair committee disclaims responsibility for any injuries and/or damages during or outside of the event.

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The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation & Cultural Arts Department and the Arts & Culture Advisory Board are proud to announce the Third Annual Art Competition. Applications are currently being accepted at Studio 18 in the Pines. Accepted artwork will be exhibited at Studio 18 from Sept.

25 to Nov. 9, 2017. The winners of the competition will be announced at the Art Competition Reception on Friday, Oct. 6. 2017. Application deadline is Friday, September 15, 2017 at 5 p.m. For more info at (954) 961-6067.

Auditions

Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Arts, African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, Open Auditions on * Saturday, Oct. 7 * Saturday, Oct. 14 * Saturday, Nov. 4 * Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The AfricanHeritage Cultural Arts Center, Wendell Narcisse Performing Arts Theater, 6161 N.W. 22 Ave., Miami, Fla. For cost and additinal info contact Zipporah Hayes at (305) 6386771 or (305) 761-9864.

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Events that TOUCH lives: * Cause an Effect on Tuesday, Sept. 19, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Chipotle, 4850 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support HandsOn Broward. * I Care Live! on Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 7 to 7:30 p.m., at Hoffman Plantation Library, 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation, Fla. Call or text reservations to (954) 205-2722. * BMSD Healthy Community Zone Wellness Jamboree on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Reverend Samuel Delevie Park, 2520 N.W. Sixth St., Fort Lau-derdale, Fla. Books Balls, & Blocks on Sunday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 For more info call (954) 357-7794. * Books,Balls & Blocks on Sunday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Nova Southeastern University, Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale,Fla.

Registration Register your Black Owned Business online by visiting sflbbd.com. We also have premium listing options listed online. The deadline to register to be included in the second edition of sflbbd is Saturday, Sept. 30. Email us right away at info@sflbbd.com if you have questions that cannot be answered by visiting our website.

Celebration

The City of Riviera Beach is celebrating its 95th anniversary with a community birthday party on Saturday, Sept.

30, from 3 p.m. to 12 midnight, at the Calloway Amphitheatre, 1420 W. 10 St., Palm Beach County, Fla., (located behind Tate Recreation Center). Tickets on sale and there is a parking fee.

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Trip Travelier Cruising to Alaska, Sunday July 8 thru Tuesday, July 17, 2018. Contact Bessie Postell at (954) 322-6058 or (954) 261-3757 or Latorsha Kemp at (954) 648-7124.

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Happening at African-American Research Library and Cultural Center

African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderale, Fla. For more info call (954) 357-6210. *AARLCC’s Harlem Renaissance virtual reality exhibit will travel to five African American museums throughout the state of Florida.

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Portions of several cities in Broward to be sprayed for Mosquito Larvae Previously scheduled spraying was canceled due to Hurricane Irma BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The recent heavy rains in Broward are prompting the need for the Mosquito Control Section to spray some areas of the County to reduce the mosquito larvae population. The mosquito being targeted is the Aedes Aegypti, the mosquito known to carry and transmit the Zika virus.

Residents and business owners are being urged to survey their property to remove any standing water to prevent mosquito breeding, bites and diseases.

The Mosquito Control Section will perform preventive truck larviciding between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., weather permitting, between Sept. 20 and Sept. 29, 2017 in some areas of Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, Lauderdale Lakes, Lauderhill, North Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Tamarac, and Wilton Manors.

The spraying of larvicide

using trucks is a proactive measure. There are still no active transmissions of the Zika virus in Broward County. The areas chosen for spraying are based on a number of factors including requests from the Florida Department of Health, population density, and the number of women of childbearing age in the community.

The mosquito larvicide to be used is VectoBac WDG. The active ingredient is Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti, strain AM6552), a naturally occurring, biodegradable bacterial mosquito larvicide which is not harmful to humans, pets, bees, aquatic habitats or environmentally sensitive areas. It is certified by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) and is registered for use by the US Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, VectoBac WDG has been reviewed by the World Health Organization and is listed as a recommended formulation for

Advisory on food safety after Hurricane Irma

control of mosquito larvae.

People living in the area who have registered with the State to be alerted prior to spraying will be notified.

In addition to this truck larvicide spraying, the Broward County Mosquito Control Section continues to work closely with the Florida Department of Health and Code Enforcement partners in Broward’s 31 municipalities to eliminate mosquitoes and their habitats.

Broward County Mosquito Control Section also treats areas of the County based on requests received from residents. To request service online, complete the “Mosquito Spray Request

Prevent mosquito-borne illnesses

By Florida Department of Health in Broward, Public Information Office FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- Due to floodwaters in some Broward County areas from Hurricane Irma, Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward) emphasizes the importance of residents and visitors protecting themselves against mosquitoborne diseases. Everyone should remain diligent in preventative measures like “Drain and Cover.”

DRAIN standing water to stop mosquitoes from multiplying. · Drain water from garbage cans, house gutters, buckets, pool covers, coolers, toys, flower pots or any other containers where sprinkler or rain water has collected. · Discard old tires, drums, bottles, cans, pots and pans, broken appliances and other items that aren’t being used. · Empty and clean birdbaths and pet’s water bowls at least once to twice a week. · Protect boats and vehicles from rain with tarps that don’t accumulate water. · Maintain swimming pools in good condition and keep appropriately chlorinated. Empty plastic swimming pools when not in use.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Due to the number of households still without electrical power, the Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward) reminds everyone that it is important to take careful precautions to ensure food safety. The risk of food poisoning is heightened when refrigerators and ovens are inoperable; discard any food that has been at room temperature for two hours or more, and any food that has an unusual odor, color or texture.

Just remember – When in doubt, throw it out!

People can practice safe food handling and prevent foodborne illness by following these simple steps: · Always keep a thermometer in your refrigerator. The temperature should read 41 degrees Fahrenheit (F) or below. · A full cooler will maintain its cold temperatures longer than one that is partially filled, so it is important to pack plenty of extra ice or freezer packs to insure a constant cold temperature. If available, 25 pounds of dry ice will keep a 10-cubic-foot freezer below freezing for threefour days. Use care when handling dry ice and wear dry, heavy gloves to avoid injury. · Thawed food can usually be eaten if it is still “refrigerator cold.” · Eggs and other foods need to be stored in 41 F or slightly below. Do not eat foods that may have spoiled. · Always wash your hands with soap and water that has been boiled or disinfected and cooled. Hands should be washed before preparing or eating food, after using the bathroom or changing a diaper, after handling uncooked food, after playing with a pet, after handling

garbage, after tending to someone who is sick or injured, after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing, after participating in flood cleanup activities, and after handling articles contaminated with flood water or sewage. · Fight “cross-contamination,” which is the transfer of harmful bacteria to food from other foods. Never place any type of food on a plate, cutting board or utensil that previously held raw meat, poultry or seafood. · When grilling foods, preheat the coals on your grill for 20-30 minutes or until the coals are lightly coated with ash.

GRILLS SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED INDOORS. · Use a meat thermometer to ensure that food reaches a safe internal temperature. · Hamburgers and ground poultry should be cooked to 160 F. · Poultry parts: 170 F. · Roasts, steaks and other large cuts of beef: 145 F. (rare) and 160 F (medium). · Fish should be cooked until the meat is opaque and flakes easily. · Use sanitized food and water bowls for your pets and; be sure that they do not drink from flood-contaminated surfaces. · Never taste food to determine its safety!

For additional food safety information, call the toll-free USDA/FSIS Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1 (888) 674-6854.

Food safety specialists (speaking English and Spanish) are available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays year-round.

For other DOH-Broward services and programs visit: http:/ / www.broward.floridahealth.gov

COVER skin with clothing or repellent. · Always use repellents according to the label. Repellents with DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, and IR3535 are effective. · Use mosquito netting to protect children younger than two months old.

Tips on Repellent Use · Clothing - Wear shoes, socks, and long pants and longsleeves. This type of protection may be necessary for people working in areas where mosquitoes are present. · Repellent - Apply mosquito repellent to bare skin and clothing. See Tips on Repellent Use below for additional instructions related to children. · Always read label directions carefully for the approved usage before you apply a repellent. Some repellents are not suitable for children. · Products with concentrations of up to 30 percent DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-tolua-

mide) are generally recommended. Other U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-approved repellents contain picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, or IR3535. These products are generally available at local pharmacies. Look for active ingredients to be listed on the product label. · Apply insect repellent to exposed skin, or onto clothing, but not under clothing. · In protecting children, read label instructions to be sure the repellent is age-appropriate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mosquito repellents containing oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under the age of three years. DEET is not recommended on children younger than two months old. · Avoid applying repellents to the hands of children. Adults should apply repellent first to their own hands and then transfer it to the child’s skin and clothing. · If additional protection is necessary, apply a permethrin repellent directly to your clothing. Again, always follow the manufacturer’s directions.

COVER doors and windows with screens to keep mosquitoes out of your house.

· Repair broken screening on windows, doors, porches, and patios.

Form”. Requests can also be made by calling (954) 7654062.

For more information on what you can do to protect your property and yourself, visit www.Broward.org/ZapZika.

You can also follow us on Twitter, using #ZapZikaBroward.

DOH continues to conduct statewide surveillance for mosquito-borne illnesses, including West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, St. Louis Encephalitis, Malaria, Dengue Fever and Zika.

For more information on mosquito-borne illnesses, visit DOH’s Web site at http:// www.floridahealth.gov/ diseases-and-conditions/ mosquito-borne-diseases/ index.html or http:// Broward.Floridahealth.gov To determine which repellent is right for you, consider using the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s search tool for skin-applied repellent products: http://cfpub.epa.gov/oppref/ insect/#searchform.

Floridians are encouraged to report dead birds via the website for Surveillance of Wild-bird Die-offs, located at http:// legacy.myfwc.com/bird/ default.asp.

Information on DOH-Broward services call (954) 4674705 or visit http:// broward.floridahealth.gov Rumor Control Hotlines: Broward County, 311 - (954) 8314000 or www.broward.org/ hurricane. Florida - 1-800-3423557.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL REPORT FOR BROWARD COUNTY STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the availability of the Broward County State Housing Initiatives Partnership [SHIP] Program 2017 Annual Reports for public review. These Annual Reports summarized program activity funded under the SHIP Program through June 30, 2017 for State Fiscal Years 20142015 [close-out report Broward County funds only]; Interim reports to encumber funds for Fiscal Years 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 including the cities of Margate and Weston SHIP funds.

These reports may be viewed during normal business hours at the Broward County Housing Finance & Community Development Division, 110 N.E. Third Street, Suite 203, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It may also be viewed at the following library locations after Tuesday September 19, 2017: Main Library, 5th Floor, Business, Law and Government 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida Pompano Beach Branch Library 1213 East Atlantic Boulevard Pompano Beach, Florida Tamarac Branch Library 8701 West Commercial Boulevard Tamarac, Florida Hollywood Branch Library 2600 Hollywood Boulevard Hollywood, Florida

The public is invited to submit written comments regarding the Local Housing Assistance Program until the close of business October 31, 2017 to the attention of M.J. Reynolds, Broward County, HF&CRD, 110 N.E. Third Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.

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Opinion

The Westside Gazette, under the Management of BI-ADs, Inc., reserves the right to publish Views and Opinions by Contributing Writers that may not necessarily reflect those of the Staff and Management of The Westside Gazette Newspaper and are solely the product of the responsible individual(s) who submits comments published in this newspaper.

The Worship of Whiteness

By Nichole Richards Whiteness is an all-encompassing thing. For centuries it has set both a physical and mental standard in all corners of the globe, managing to disrupt ways of life, trading routes, religious beliefs, ancient partnerships, and even beauty standards. It has taught generation after generation to worship it and ingrained resentment for anything opposite of it. It has become so entrenched in our daily life that it seeps into our pores, hair follicles, and minds. We live so closely along the lines of whiteness that our thoughts about ourselves, our families, our communities, and even our personal goals are drenched in what is White.

I noticed this tragic reality during my first trip to Ghana, West Africa. As a student of Akan culture and language, I arrived in Ghana anxious to explore the sights, smells, sounds, and philosophies of Africa. I had dreamt of the continent since I was in second grade when I first learned of the TransAtlantic slave trade and my heart lon-

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ged to return there. Arriving in Ghana, I was understandably met with fascination. I was foreign. I spoke differently, walked differently.

I was called “White”.

I reacted in anger. I was offended.

Calling someone like me, a proud Southern Black woman obsessed with Black culture and history, “white” felt as if a racial epithet was hurled in my direction. After getting over the initial shock, I allowed curiosity to take over and began to press these African men and women to talk about something they rarely considered: race. Despite Africa being ground zero of the devastation caused by racial construction, Africans rarely consider it. The lines created by class, language, culture, religion, and ethnic group are more pronounced and are the cause of the strife there. However, being an African/ Black/Afro American I am conditioned to think about race and despite being in a sea of Black, I still felt a bitterness, a level of anxiety, a bubbling anger towards Whiteness because I could still sense it! I heard it in conversations. I

saw it on billboards promoting skin lightening creams. I observed it in dreamy eyes and voices praising the American dream.

Whiteness is not a color. You do not have to be White to embody it. Whiteness is an ideology, a philosophy, a system, a governing body of ideas that instructs one on how to think, how to dress, how to structure their lives, and what to dream of. Whiteness comes with its own set of rigid values and morals. Whiteness is a worldview.

One could even say it is a religion.

Do Black people worship Whiteness? Look at the images of Jesus Christ in some of our homes and churches. Despite countless refutations of Jesus being white through historical research, logical arguments, and even Biblical descriptions we continue to cling to the pale white, blond hair, blue eyed image given to us.

Why have we not let this go? Let us also consider the ideation of the White American dream that devalues happiness to a materialist checklist and sets the standard for what success looks like. It is a family of four waving from the front porch of their two car garage home with a happily barking dog.

Mom wears an apron and Dad wears a business suit and carries a briefcase.

Even the picket fence is White. This propaganda of happiness guides our most personal hopes and dreams and rarely do we challenge what this image is saying about family, gender, and materialism with a White lens.

How many Black families exist in this way? Rather, how many Black families can exist in this way? But yet, we waste our lives crawling towards this unattainable ideal that is supposed to make us happy and secure.

Our community once again exists in a fragile period of time where we’re reminded of the centuries old lines drawn between the races that define this country. The Black family continues its decade long decline. Our children are being lost to gun violence and social media. Our men and women are at odds and publically denounce and avoid each other. Our elders are growing tired. We must realize the disaster the incorporation of Whiteness has caused in our community and redefine what our values, ideas, and goals are. It is the first step to self-sufficiency and independence that our race truly needs.

Nat Turner: White America’s nightmare Kevin Palmer, Martinez Nat Turner was the product of a wicked culture. In The Confessions of Nat Turner (1831) recorded by Thomas R. Gray, Nat Turner was described as diabolical, ferocious, and savage because he led a band of slaves in the murder of white citizens. However, in reality, Turner was subjected to brainwashing by white Americans.

As an African born into slavery, Nat Turner was intentionally brainwashed out of his African identity, culture, pride, and spirituality. Then, he was systematically and forcefully made to adopt Caucasian beliefs and behaviors. Even the name Nat Turner was not of African origin. All that remained was Turner’s African appearance of which Thomas Gray described as, “Having the true negro face, every feature of which is strongly marked.” Even in the 21st century, less obvious brainwashing techniques are used on Blacks in America which

explains why African Americans are African in name only and typically behave, lawfully and unlawfully, like Caucasians.

Moreover, the result of Turner’s brainwashing can be described by the biblical scripture in the gospel of Luke 6:40 which says, “The slave is not above his master, but the slave who is fully trained will be like his master.”

Therefore, on August 21, 1831, when Nat Turner led a band of slaves to murder over 50 white citizens, he was only imitating murderous behavior typical of Caucasians. Historically, it is well known Caucasians have been notorious for enslaving humans, committing murder, genocide, rape, gun crimes, sexual immorality, and abusing alcohol and drugs, all while using religious jargon to justify their criminal behavior.

Similarly, Nat Turner followed the Caucasian’s example of using religious jargon to justify his criminal behavior.

Turner confessed, “I was ordained for

Unfair and unequal Justice in America Submitted by Peace Maker It seems no matter where you live in America, if you are of African American lineage you are an immediate target for illegal harassment or death

by Police shooting with some suspicious circumstances. Listen to these facts. In reference to the Michael Brown death by Police, the officer said Brown seems to be reaching for his gun. Well, there was a gun found in the auto with only the D N A of the Police officer finger prints on it. Did the officer place it there? Why did authorities not find Brown's D N A on the weapon? What were the true circumstances of why Brown had to be chased by the Police officer and get shot 5 times? Why did he run in his auto from the Police? I say he was probably afraid that he would be killed by the officer as it did happen, but not by hanging.

Since there are a rash of many young Black men being killed by Police shootings, maybe as history may show

that, most Black men may have an honest fear that the Police might shoot him dead no matter the circumstances.

It is because in most of these shootings, Facts will show that the Police are normally found to be set free as not guilty in the shooting, which also stirs up more violence in the Black communities. How long will this continue to happen? And when will our United States Government decide to start enforcing the laws against unequal and unfair Justice? And who are these state attorneys and Judges making these types of decisions to free the police who did actually kill the Black man without a trial? It happens each and every time a Black man or woman is shot dead by a police officer. The equal and fair justice with fair civil rights must be enforced by our American Judicial System to permit the God given rights to stay in place for everyone on this earth. gspinc2006@att.net

The importance of educating all children It’s Up to All of Us to Improve Academic Achievement in the Black Community Elizabeth Primas, the program manager for the NNPA/ESSA Public Awareness Campaign, says that it is important for educators to understand that children begin school at various levels.

By Dr. Elizabeth Primas (Program Manager, NNPA/ESSA Media Campaign)

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I am a former teacher. I taught for 25 years in the public school system and have held various titles in the field of education throughout my 40year career. I have always had a passion for education. My family and I joke that I have been teaching since the first day of kindergarten. My older sister also wanted to be a teacher. So, we would spend our evenings “playing school” with our many siblings and neighbors. Because of our productive “pretend play” I began school already reading and writing. I remember printing the alphabet with pride. By the time I reached third grade I was

reading everything I could get my hands on and helping my classmates read as well. In fact, the only time I was reprimanded was when I tried to help a classmate pronounce names during her social studies report on current events.

I shared that time during my childhood, because it is important for educators to understand that children begin school on various levels. Children develop and retain information differently. Some students begin school ahead of the pack. As educators, it is our responsibility to ensure all children, irrespective of their initial academic level continue to make progress.

Unfortunately, most students are not progressing at an appropriate pace.

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some great purpose…I should arise and prepare myself, and slay my enemies with their own weapons.”

Hence, by murdering members of the dominant white culture which created him, Turner became their Frankenstein monster.

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Should the Democrats trust the snake because he spoke?

By Roger Caldwell Eight months into his presidency and the president has not worked with the Democratic leadership to pass his agenda, because he expected to get his policies across the finish line with just his own party. This mindset did not make sense because Republicans were disorganized, dysfunctional, and not a unified party.

As a result of Republicans being disorganized, President Trump has decided to work with the Democratic leadership which appears to have control of the members in their party. With the first major bipartisan bill passed in Trump’s administration, it seemed that another deal was being brokered by the Democratic leadership, and the president.

But somehow the lines of communication became confusing, and the Democratic leadership was saying one thing, and Trump had a totally different interpretation of what was discussed.

This comes as no surprise to most Democrats because Trump is famous for changing his stories.

From the very first day when Sean Spicer's claim that Trump’s inauguration crowd was the largest in American history was a fabrication, people knew what to expect. After that claim, fabricated stories never ended and citizens could not believe anything the president said.

Despite the many lies the president has told, many Trump supporters still believe him.

On a hot microphone, Sen. Chuck Schumer, the head of the minority party in the Senate, is caught saying that Trumps likes him. That is like telling someone that my good friend was caught taking the knife out of my back, but he still likes me immensely.

Trump and his administration have violated the rule of law so many times that people from his own party are starting to ask the question “Why has he not been impeached?”

Finally, it was time for the truth to be told about racism and President Trump. A series of tweets by ESPN reporter Jemele Hill last week calling out Donald Trump has the president and his administration upset.

Sarah Huckabee-Sanders, the White House Press Secretary, is calling the veteran journalist's actions “inappropriate and offensive.”

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The White House should postpone its HBC Conference

Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., says that with the fragile condition of some of our HBCUs, now is not the time for us to retreat.

By Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. (President and CEO, Thurgood Marshall College Fund) Last month, after speaking with the White House about a few calls we had received, I was asked to get a sense of where our member-schools stood on the upcoming National HBCU Week Conference. After a call with a number of our 47 member-school presidents and chancellors the overwhelming consensus was to advise that the White House consider postponing the annual National HBCU Week Conference organized by the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities. I believed then and I am now affirmed that it is still the best choice when we objectively look at the current national events that could detract from the real needs of the HBCU community. It is no secret that, under my leadership at TMCF, we have taken a position of finding ways to have a positive meaningful, transparent working relationship with the current administration on all issues pertaining to HBCUs. I have been outspoken in my support of the significant meetings, policy positions and plans that have a direct impact on our member-intuitions. Like most of us, we often have a difference of opinion with even those closest to us, so though the Administration may disagree with our call for postponing this event, our commitment to finding common ground to work together on behalf of HBCUs has not and will not change.

This conference is important to all of our HBCU students, campus leaders and the millions of people who live in the campus communities, all of which are searching for these schools to be equitably funded and supported by public and private partners. It is more than a time for leaders, alumni and other stakeholders to convene and network; when developed to the specific interests of our institutions, the conference is a valuable tool for exposure of HBCU strengths before powerful actors in our nation’s legislative and corporate circles.

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Letter to Editor

A safe afterschool place for our children

By James J. Hankins Wilmington, NC Excerpt from my book—”What We Blacks Need To Do”—The Black church’s role in education—If your church (you) is accused of being Christ like, is there enough evidence for a jury to find it (you) guilty? Most Black churches have a well-built exterior with unique design furniture, accessories and climate controlled interiors.

It is a very expensive, under-- used, “consecrated” building. It is used on Sunday, Bible study on Wednesdays, weddings, and funerals. Some have a church hall with a full commercial size kitchen for serving and sometimes selling dinners. The tables in the hall would be perfect for the neighborhood children to do their homework on and receive tutoring.

The kitchen can be used to serve our children a good tasty low-fat snack and to teach them how to cook simple food items. This would be a safe place for our children to spend quality time together without TV, games or cellphones. Being in their own neighborhood would eliminate the need for transportation. The parents could walk to the church to pick up the children and the older children could walk the younger ones home. This would give the older children some responsibility and the younger ones a new friend.

This would cut way down on “bullying” because all children would have a big brother and sister. The publicschool system will never bring back praying in school, so if the churches do not accept any government grants, they can have prayer and read scripture in their Monday-Friday after school/ tutoring program.

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By Charlene Crowell (Communications Director, Center for Responsible Lending) Record-breaking, back-toback hurricanes in Houston and Florida brought unprecedented winds and rains affecting millions of Americans. Yet another storm just as brutal, but financial in nature, is raging and affects at least 143 million Americans: that’s the Equifax data breach that took place from mid-May to July of this year.

On July 29, Equifax, one of the three major credit reporting corporations, discovered that unauthorized data access had occurred. Yet it was not until September 7 when the multinational data breach was announced publicly. This massive cybersecurity breach includes federal income tax records, as well as employee records for government employees and those of Fortune 500 firms.

Even recipients of major government programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security are affected.

For consumers, the personal information exposed to fraud and identity theft could mean a lifetime of closely monitoring and defending personal data to fight theft, fines and more. For businesses, questions will emerge as to whether millions of credit accounts were fraudulently opened and additionally whether they will be held partially responsible for its perpetuation.

In reaction to this cybercrime, a surge of federal class action lawsuits is going after Equifax. As many as 50 have been filed in at least 14 states and the District of Columbia as of September 12. The Federal

Bureau of Investigation is reportedly examining what went wrong from a criminal perspective. On the civil side of the law, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is beginning its own independent investigation.

Now a growing number of bipartisan inquiries from Capitol Hill is demanding to know why these breaches of personally identifiable information (PII) came about, what actions Equifax took, and what the global firm intends to do on behalf of consumers whose names, birth dates, addresses, Social Security numbers and drivers’ licenses are all in jeopardy. Equifax also knew that an estimated 209,000 credit card holders and some 182,000 consumers in the U.S. who have a dispute on file with a creditor also had comprised PII. “This hack into sensitive information compiled and maintained by Equifax is one of the largest data breaches in our nation’s history and someone has to be held accountable,” said Congresswoman Maxine Waters, the Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee in an article for “Business Insider.”

“Given the important role credit scores play in the lives and financial futures of hardworking Americans, Congress must diligently examine the way our credit reporting agencies are operating and impose additional statutory and regulatory reforms to protect the integrity of the country’s credit reporting system,” Waters continued.

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

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

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

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Obituaries Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Rev. Stanley Melek, M.Div E-MAIL:stanley.melek@flumc.org 2351 N.W. 26th Street Oakland Park, Florida 33311 Church Telephone: (954) 731-0520

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.

Clark & Norris Home of Funerals SWABY Funeral services for the late Alicia Maria "Allie"Swaby – 30 were held September 16 at Lauderhill Baptist Church.

McWhite's Funeral Home CAIDOR Funeral services for the late Jean Renel Caidor – 43 were held September 14 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel.

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

DARBY Funeral services for the late Johnnie “Bubba” Walter Darby - 79 were held September 16 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

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"

Mount Hermon A.M.E. Church Reverend Henry E. Green, Jr., Pastor 401 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phone: (954) 463-6309 FAX 954 522-4113 Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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SUNDAY CHURCH SERVICES Worship Service ..................................................................... 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Fifth Sunday ONLY .................................................................................... 10 a.m.

Church School ........................................................................................ 9:15 a.m.

BIBLE STUDY: Wednesday ....................................................................... 10 a.m.

Gems & Jewels Ministry Senior Wednesday Wednesday (Bible Study) .................................................... 12 Noon & 7 - 8 p.m.

Daily Prayer Line ...................................................................................... 6 a.m.

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

Dr. James B. Darling, Jr., Pastor/Teacher 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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Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, Oakland Park "The Miracle On 33rd Street" 420 N.E. 33rd Street Oakland Park, Florida 33334 Church: (954) 563-3060 Email: mtzion420@gmail.com

Rev. George A. Hardy, Pastor SERVICES Sunday Church School ................................................................... 8:45 a.m.

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

Tuesday Night (Family Prayer & Bible Study) ........................... 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday (Prayer Conference Line) ................................................ 8:00 p.m.

(Dail (786) 233-6715 - Acess Code 703513) Oakland Park CDC (Senior Activity Center) Daily ............10 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

FLORVILUS Funeral services for the late Anexile B. Florvilus - 91 were held September 16 at Ebenezer Missionary Church with Pasteue Odany officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

FLOWERS Funeral services for the late Elder Pearl Flowers - 78 were held September 16 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ron Harper officiating. Interment: Forest Lawn Cemetery.

HANFIELD Funeral services for the late Tanya Sherry Hanfield – 45 were held September 16 at Mc-

White’s Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joel Flournoy officiating.

TURNER Funeral services for the late Sister Ocie Turner - 87 were held September 16 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. W.M. Ramsey officiating.

Roy Mizell & Kurtz Funeral Home HARRIS Funeral services for the late Mozell D. Harris – 91 were held September 7 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship Center with Dr. James B. Darling, Jr., officiating. Interment: Dania Westlawn Cemetery.

JENKINS Funeral services for the late Mother Willie Pearl “Granny” Jenkins – 85 were held September 16 at Zion Rest Church of God By Faith with Elder Jimmie McDuffie officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Q & A: What Does Reverend Deal Say?

'Dealing with one man or one woman requires the utmost attention' Question: Why did King Solomon have so many women in his life?

Answer: This is an excellent question.

Of course, my answer is my opinion only.

Scripture says that King Solomon had 700 wives and in addition he had 300 concubines. That is a total of 1000 women.

Some conclude that Solomon married for political advancements. Maybe there’s some truth to that, but the Bible mentioned that his flesh or his desires became weak. Come on Men. With that many women in his life Solomon was doom for failure. Dealing with one man or one woman requires the utmost attention. Men, can you imagine trying to love more than one woman at the same time? You will absolutely go insane. Your reasoning will be altered with the influence of pleasing so many.

Come on Men. Did Solomon really have the understanding that God bestowed upon him? (1 Kings 3:9). Or, does our physical desires supersede our most intimate relationship with God. Thank God for Christ. In 1st Kings 3:1 Solomon took the Pharaoh’s daughter as one of his wives. Eventually, Solomon’s action caused an adverse spiritual and a physical alignment in the entire structure for the people of Israel for centuries to come. The Kingdom which God confirmed through Solomon’s father David (1 Kings 1:37) was suddenly thrust into turmoil and divided into two kingdoms (Israel and Judah).

Take the time to read 1st Kings 11:1-13. You will be amazed at how 1000 women caused King Solomon (the King with the most wisdom of any man) to falter. In the 70’s a song I enjoyed was entitled “Trying to love two ain’t easy to do”.

Reverend David Deal is the senior pastor at Every Christian Church in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Rev Deal can be reached at the Westside Gazette , 545 NW Seventh Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Fla 33311, or by email at David.deal55@gmail.com

'Aunt V', the world’s oldest woman, dies in Jamaica at 117

JONES Funeral services for the late Dorothy Jean Jones – 73 were held September 16 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship Center. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

SYLVESTER Funeral services for the late Cecil Sylvester – 59 were held September 16 at Roy Mizell Kurtz Worship Center with Apostle Sabrina James officiating.

Legendary Musician Rodena Preston passes away

By Cora Jackson-Fossett Religion Editor The gospel music community lost a legendary giant with the passing of Dr. Rodena Preston Williams on Sept. 15 in Los Angeles.

Known throughout the industry as an exceptional pianist, director and arranger, Williams was child prodigy who grew up to work closely with the late Rev. James Cleveland and many other gospel greats. She also organized the award-winning Voices of Deliverance that released five albums in the 1970s.

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By Angela Helm Her reign as the world’s oldest person did not last long; but her life – well, that’s a whole ’nother story.

Violet Moss (also spelled Mosse) Brown, affectionately known as Aunt V, has died at 117 years old in Jamaica, after being named the world’s oldest person in April.

The Jamaican Prime minister announced her death on twitter on Friday.

Moss Brown, who was born on March 10, 1900, grabbed the Guinness World Record following the death of previous record-holder Emma Morano, of Italy, who died at the very same age.

When she was named the world’s oldest person in April, she answered the question everyone asks ... what’s the secret to longevity?

“I eat everything,” she said, “except pork and chicken. And I don’t drink rum and them things.”

Moss Brown reportedly has been in church since she was a child, and was an organist for more than 80 years.

The New York Daily News reports that the supercentenarian (those who live over 110 years) actually outlived at least one of her children.

Days after being named the world’s oldest person, her son, Harold Fairweather, died at age 97.

Another one of her children, Russell Brown, 85, said his mother didn’t look well on Saturday and was taken to a doctor who said she was dehydrated.

Less than a week later, she died at Fairview Medical Centre in Montego Bay, St. James Parish, after being transported there from Duanvale, Jamaica, where her family has lived for more than 200 years.

Moss Brown said she remembers when cars, airplanes and electricity came to the island.

Her granddaughter and great granddaughter have established the Violet Moss foundation to help care for the elderly.

God bless her long, long, life.

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FAMU Falls to Tennessee State in Tampa Classic ed which cost the Rattlers four points. “We just couldn’t make enough plays to get us into the end zone enough times to win the game,� FAMU head coach Alex Wood said. “We’ve had some field position from special teams we weren’t able to take advantage of. We had a PAT mishandled, and a low-trajectory (field goal) that was

"All Great Achievements Require Time."

-- Maya Angelou

FAMU’s Devin Bowers (25) beats TSU defender Dajour Nesbeth to the pylon for a FAMU touchdown.

(Photos Credit Richard A. Moore)

LEGAL NOTICES PUBLICATION OF BID SOLICITATIONS Broward County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting bids for a variety of goods and services, construction and architectural/engineering services. Interested bidders are requested to view and download the notifications of bid documents via the Broward County Purchasing website at: www.broward.org/purchasing.

September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017

IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 17-10824 (41-93) DIVISION: IVAN PINA, Petitioner and BENNYBETH SANTIAGO, Respondent

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: BENNYBETH SANTIAGO Address 4850 Southwest 63 Terrace, #221, Davie, Florida 33314 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defense, if any, to it on Ivan Pina, 8430 N. Sherman Circle, #408, Miramar, Florida 33024 on or before October 13, 2017, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 201 Southeast Sixth Street, Room 4130 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address: (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or Dated August 11, 2017 Brenda D. Forman, Clerk of the Circuit Court Caffina Archer, Deputy Clerk September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017

FAMU Defender De’Montre Moore (93) and Elijah Price (far Right) put pressure on TSU offense, but picture shows Price being held by the lineman. Prince was spotted being held on several occasions with no flag in sight.

MIAMI RED

By Byler Henry The Famu Rattlers took on the Tennessee State Tigers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay. The Tigers won 24-13. The Rattlers are now 12 as they did not have any answers for the Tigers on offense or defense. Their defense was pushed around, and their offense was stagnant.

The Rattlers had a time of possession of 21:35, but they only managed one drive before garbage time. That drive was capped by a two yard touchdown run by Devin Bowers, which gave the Rattlers a 6-3 lead early in the second quarter. After falling behind, the Tigers scored 21 points and kept Famu from scoring until 24 seconds in the fourth quarter. Redshirt Sophomore quarterback Ryan Stanley finished the game going 21 of 34 passing for 216 yards and one touchdown. “When we start drives off, we have to finish them,� Stanley said. “We can’t have any threeand-outs. With them holding the ball like that, our defense gets tired. Three-and-outs will really wear out our defense.

They just come and sit down for three plays and have to go right back. We’ve got to hold on to the ball longer.�

The defense struggled, giving up 514 total yards of offense. Tennessee State's quarterback Treon Harris completed a pass to Steven Newbold who avoided 7 tacklers from FAMU which allowed Newbold to score putting the Tigers up 10 to 6 at halftime. Wilson called the play demoralizing. “When your all isn’t enough, it’s hurtful,� he said. “I know nobody on my defense – nobody, period – wants to feel like that, like they haven’t given enough. I know my defense, I know my team, we work so hard. We’ve got to step up and get better.�

Special teams also had a punt, field goal, and PAT block-

blocked. That’s four points right there.� FAMU has a road conference game against Savannah State on the 23rd. “We can’t let what happened here tonight effect what may happen at Savannah State next week,� Wood said. “It’s a conference game. It’s on the road.

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Ohio firefighter: ‘One dog is more important than a million’ African Americans An Ohio firefighter appears to have put his job in jeopardy by posting offensive comments to Facebook.

Until last week, Tyler Roysdon suited up as a volunteer firefighter in Franklin Township, a small town in southwestern Ohio, about 40 miles north of Cincinnati.

But, according to station WHIO, a recent Facebook backand-forth caught the 20-yearold writing that in a burning building he would choose to save a dog before an African American because “one dog is more important than a million [expletive],” he wrote, using the n-word.

The post — arriving at a time when racial tensions are cranked high across the nation and debates are endlessly waged over what actually constitutes offensive speech — has since been deleted from Roysdon’s account. But the statement did not disappear before being spotted by local authorities.

Last week, the township’s board of trustees voted to indefinitely suspend Roysdon for “conduct unbecoming a township employee.” Roysdon’s work as a volunteer was a paid position.

“Fire Chief Steve Bishop immediately contacted the firefighter and directed the com-

© Facebook Tyler Royston has been suspended from his position for racist comments ments be removed,” the township said in a statement. “The firefighter was suspended without pay until the Board of Township Trustees could meet to determine a course of action.”

Roysdon — whose Facebook account also features pictures of the Ohioan in firefighter gear as well as Confederate flag memes — did not immediately respond to a Facebook message requesting comment. A woman who identified herself as his wife told Fox 19: “He admitted that he said the things that were wrong and apologized.

Everyone deserves a second chance and is also entitled to their own opinion.”

Kyle Swenson, Washington Post

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Better than any postal service (Cont'd from FP) Atlantic Ocean hurricane in recorded history when it made landfall in the northeast Caribbean early last Wednesday.

Officials warned people to seek protection from Irma’s “onslaught” in a statement that closed with: “May God protect us all.”

The Category 5 storm had maximum sustained winds of 185 mph (295 kph), according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami. With Hurricane Irma threatening to make splinters of Florida homes shortly after Harvey battered Houston — Jose, then Marie not far behind — it’s worth remembering that history likewise repeats itself meteorologically: In 1964 Cleo, then Dora in 2005, Katrina, then Rita.

Something happens more miraculous than that.

There are at least 1.78 deaths per second every second of every day, at least by man’s calculations.

That maybe intriguing to you, but what baffles me is that God has the best Postal Service ever conceived, created and operated. He delivers His precious cargo without having ANY mishaps.

According to USPO F010 Basic Information, postal mishaps may include the following: No postage, incomplete, illegible, or incorrect address; Mail unclaimed; Mail refused by the addressee at time of delivery; Minimum criteria for mailability not met and Addressee not at address (unknown, moved, or deceased [this is where God specializes]).

Yes, our life here on earth can be like mail/packages being delivered by a Special Post Office, specializing in Priority Mail with guaranteed delivery on time every time. The guarantee goes on to stipulate that there are no prevailing conditions including natural disasters or man-made catastrophes that can prevent delivery.

You see, the Post Master understands just how valuable and rare every piece of mail that comes in contact with His hands are. He knows the Jeweler and Potter personally and the Tailor who crafted the fine

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garments entrusted in His care for transporting.

He, the Post Master and the Inspector General, are all in one and are well assured and indemnified on getting every parcel of mail to its appointed destination free from harm and damage.

Even though the mail has traversed across a multi-assortment of terrains, it is undamaged because it has the stamp of approval on it. That is a universal stamp used across the world that promises that the Post Master’s guarantee is recognized ANYWHERE, from the far reaches of outer space to the bottomless pits of the ocean where the leviathan lives; no hurt, harm, or danger can befall this mail in the hands of the Great Post Master because it has His stamp of GRACE on it.

The Post Master knows the final destination of all the mail, the times of arrival, the conditions of packages, what’s in the packages and whether or not a detour is needed for some of the packages.

Packages/mail are never discarded because of damage; this Post Master specializes in reconstruction, makeovers and restorations.

“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” This perceived maxim of the U.S. Post Office pales in what the Great Post Master has arranged in His delivering operation.

Since He is the Author and the Finisher of every letter/ life, weather condition, route and passage, contents and capabilities, He knows the how to, when to, and where to of the final destination and arrival time of every piece of mail.

“Dear God, You are the great Mail Carrier of every single piece of mail/life. I do entrust my life in You for carrying me to my final destination with Your approval stamp of GRACE to my appointed destination, HEAVEN.” Amen.

THE GREAT POST MASTER HAS NEVER DELIVERED A BROKEN PIECE OF MAIL

ESPN public editor says Jemele Hill violated policy ESPN’s public editor said Friday that Jemele Hill violated the company’s social media policy in her tweets Monday calling President Trump a white supremacist, as Trump elevated the controversy by calling for Hill to be fired and for ESPN to apologize.

Black journalists, meanwhile, seemed largely to be standing beside Hill, especially after a disputed report by ThinkProgress that ESPN tried to take Hill off the air on Wednesday but that potential Black fill-ins would not go along. The report named none of its sources and no other news organization substantiated it, but Black employees elsewhere said they had seen managements try similar divide-and-conquer tactics.

Public Editor Jim Brady’s conclusion is just an opinion, as he is not a part of management.

However, ESPN President John Skipper reiterated in an internal memo that “we have social media policies which require people to understand that social platforms are public and their comments on them will reflect

on ESPN. At a minimum, comments should not be inflammatory or personal.”

Skipper added, “We had a violation of those standards in recent days and our handling of this is a private matter. As always, in each circumstance we look to do what is best for our business.”

Brady explained it this way: “So, yes, Hill is a U.S. citizen who clearly cannot stand the president of her country. She’s far from alone in that view.

But she’s also the high-profile host of a high-profile show on a high-profile network that is going through high-profile business and cultural challenges, and none of what’s happened the past few days has accrued or will accrue to ESPN’s benefit.

“With the salary and prominence ESPN provides Hill comes some responsibility to play by the network’s rules, and, in this case, she crossed the line set by management just five months ago, when ESPN released revised guidelines about political discussions.

Jemele Hill and co-host Michael Smith (ESPN).

“Included in those guidelines was the following: “The topic should be related to a current issue impacting sports. This condition may vary for content appearing on platforms with broader editorial missions — such as The Un-defeated, FiveThirtyEight and espnW. Other exceptions must be approved in advance by senior editorial management.”

“The tweet that Hill was responding to when she wrote her most noteworthy comments had nothing to do with sports. And for those who say that Hill’s personal Twitter account isn’t

ESPN’s business — and I have seen a few suggestions to that effect — ESPN made it clear when I asked back in April that it considers social media accounts of its public-facing talent part of that policy. . . .”

Hill said as much in her carefully crafted statement Thursday when she wrote that “my regret is that my comments and the public way I made them painted ESPN in an unfair light.”

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T r ump br anded hotel to branded celebr a te the Antebellum celebra ’t depor can’t deportt the South-y ou kno w, back w hen Trump can South-you know when American “Dreamers” without Blacks w ere sla ves were slav

By Stephen A. Crockett, Jr be fooled—by “the past,” I don’t a fight just mean a time when A planned Cleveland, Miss., Trump-branded hotel will celebrate the antebellum South with a replica-style Southern plantation complete with a cotton-gin-styled meeting hall, because of course it would.

The project, which will bear the Trump name, will cost some $20 million and will reportedly have “a resort-caliber pool, place decorative balconies on the main building, and construct a hill for another building—a faux Southern mansion,” Bloomberg reports. “The property’s 17 acres will have a spa, bars, and a meeting hall styled as a cotton gin.”

Why would anyone want to celebrate a time when whites owned ... wait, of course this makes sense, considering the “Make America great again” lifestyle. The South has a fascination with the past, and don’t

everyone had a porch and sipped mint juleps. I’m sure that’s a part of it, but let’s be clear: This fascination with the antebellum past has a whole lot to do with America’s convoluted history. For every bit of pearl clutching, there were also slave quarters. But America is f----- up this way: It continues to celebrate a time when people in the country were enslaved, under the guise of acknowledging history.

Antebellum nostalgia is also seen in the growing popularity of plantations as locations for weddings, as Attn: noted earlier this year: Clearly, but none of this is surprising considering that the president of racial hatred was upset that the beautiful statues of racists from the Confederacy were being removed because, you know, they are racists and didn’t want Blacks to be free.

By Julianne Malveaux (NNPA Newswire Columnist)

Our 45th President swept into office with a foundation of racist claims. First, the very basis of his political participation was his false assertion (for which he has never apologized) that President Barack Obama was not born in the United States.

Using the “birther” movement as a basis, “45” signaled to every random racist out there that he was willing to ignore truth to attack President Obama.

Then, he used horrible rhetoric to describe Mexican people as violent rapist, followed by his usual “and some of them are very nice.” He suggested that a federal judge could not do his job because he was of Mexican descent. And much of his campaign was focused on deporting people. The pace of deportations

Black protesters against ‘Black genocide’ of abortion win case in Washington DC — Protesters win case filed against the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) — tiated the NMAAHC project by peacefully standing outside of the museum entrance on the public sidewalk adjacent to Madison Drive with one of the project signs. Cunningham was present as well.

The National Museum of African American History & Culture.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Late yesterday, the American Freedom Law Center, a national public interest law firm, resolved an important First Amendment case against the federal government in favor of several pro-life demonstrators who were prevented from expressing their pro-life message outside of the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in Washington, D.C. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of the Center for Bio-Ethical Reform, Inc. (CBR), a California-based pro-life organization, its executive director, Gregg Cunningham, Reverend Clenard H. Childress, Jr., an African American pastor and assistant to National Director Rev Dr, Johnny Hunter of LEARN (the Life Education

And Resource Network), the largest African American ProLife Network in USA, and Jacqueline Hawkins, an African American woman who is the director of minority outreach for CBR. Pastor Childress and Hawkins direct the NMAAC project, which was developed

by CBR in collaboration with LEARN. The NMAAHC project involves the use of hand-held, photo-mural exhibits that demonstrate the devastation of abortion’s consequences on the African American community.

This project also includes the distribution of literature. A principal goal of the project is to raise awareness of the Black genocide that is being perpetrated through abortion.

This past February, Pastor Childress and Hawkins ini-

Project Display Shortly after they arrived, Pastor Childress and Hawkins were confronted by an NMAAHC official and several armed, uniformed police officers from the Office of Protection Services (OPS) who told them that they could not stand outside the museum with their sign.

Reverend Childress responded that this is a public sidewalk.

The senior OPS officer warned Pastor Childress and Hawkins that if they did not move to a remote location across the street, then he and his fellow officers would physically move them.

The OPS officer also confirmed that if they did not move, they would be subject to arrest.

Rather than face arrest or physical force, Pastor Childress and Ms. Hawkins ceased their First Amendment activity and moved per the officer’s order.

Rev. Clenard H. Childress Jr, stated, “What should be a institution that enlightens the public of the rich history and meaningful contribution of African Americans has turned out to be a citadel of subliminal bias, discrimination and coercion.

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Malveaux says that while President Obama did a great thing by creating DACA, the program does not go far enough. has increased since he took office.

Now, he has snatched stability away from a group of young people called “dreamers” have built.

These young folks were brought to these United States by parents who came to this country illegally. In legal limbo and unable to apply for jobs or college admission, many of these young people lived in the shadows, working under the table or not at all, piecing together livelihoods as best they could.

President Barack Obama grappled with this issue and, through executive order (because Congress would not act), created the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Attorneys general in some states have described the program as illegal and have threatened to sue for its elimination. Attorney General J. Beauregard Sessions has said he would not defend the program, because President Obama “overreached” in establishing it. So, the camera-hogging “45” actually allowed Beauregard (who he very recently dissed) to announce that DACA will end, although there is a “grace period” of six months.

I don’t think many understand how many hoops childhood arrivals must jump through to attain “dreamer” status. They have to pay almost $500 every two years and fill out more than a dozen forms to qualify, including forms that detail income, expenses and assets. They must have a work permit. If they move, they have to inform the U.S. Customs and Immigration Service. And they can’t leave the country without permission, which is only sparingly granted, and usually only for educational purposes. Requests to visit relatives are rarely granted and, even when permission is granted, there is no guarantee that “dreamers” will be allowed back into the country.

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Kirk Franklin live at new Miramar Regional Park Jesus Team Ministries and SFL Caribbean TV present ‘Gospel In The Son Music Fest’

A message from Jesus Team Ministries and Gospel in the Son promoters of the Kirk Franklin Show 2017: "We would like to extend our warmest love, wishes and compassion to the survivors of Hurricane Harvey and Irma. We also want to extend our

condolences to the family that has lost a loved one; we know it is a hard time for some of you where you do not have water, shelter, food or some of the basic essential needs for survival. Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to each of the victims of these terrible natural disaster and we pray for a speedy recovery for each and every one. I can assure you that you are in the prayers of each and every team member of our organization."

MIRAMAR, FL — Multi Grammy and Platinum Gospel

Artist, Kirk Franklin, will perform at the recently opened Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, starting at 7 p.m. at the “Gospel In the Son Music Fest.”

Known for his repertoire of hitting contemporary Gospel songs with a fusion of R&B, Hip Hop, and Reggae, Franklin will be center stage. There will be supporting performances by gospel artists such as Bishop William Murphy III of Dream City Church of Atlanta, Apostle Papa San of Our Fathers Kingdom Church (International Reggae

Gospel Singer), Carl Scott and Pastor Trevor R. Wallace of Jesus Team Ministries of Lauderhill.

Kirk Franklin’s international fame is merited by his ability to unite diverse audiences across the world from traditional gospel to non-traditional gospel enthusiasts. His loyal followers have graced him with the industry record for the most Gospel records sold and the longest gospel song on the Billboard Gospel and Christian Charts, crossing over to the Top 10 R&B and Hip Hop charts. In addition

200,000 people downloaded her App within two weeks, and Forbes Magazine is calling her “The Next Steve Jobs” Angel Rich, from Washington, DC, has developed a very innovative app called Credit Stacker that teaches students about personal finance, credit management, and entrepreneurship in a fun and engaging way. The app is so popular that 200,000 people downloaded it to their smart phones and tablets within just two weeks of its launch. Even more, Forbes has named her “The Next Steve Jobs”.

Remarkably, the app has been named the “best financial literacy product in the country” by the Office of Michelle Obama, the “best learning game in the country” by the Department of Education, and the “best solution in the world for reducing poverty” by JP Morgan Chase. It has won first place in several business competitions including the Industrial Bank Small Business Regional Competition and the Black Enterprise Elevator Pitch Competition. All in all, Angel has won more than $50,000 in business grants.

Her background Angel was raised in Washington, DC, and graduated from Hampton University. She

also studied at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, China.

After winning Prudential’s annual National Case competition for her marketing plan to reach millennials, she worked briefly as a global market research analyst for Prudential, where she conducted over 70 financial behavior modification studies.

She says that during her time there, she helped the company generate more than $6 billion in revenue. She resigned, however in 2013, to start her own company, The Wealth Factory.

Reaching her company goals Angel’s ultimate goal with her company is (and has always been) to develop financial literacy ed-tech games that empower and educate both students and adults. And she has been very successful at doing this! In fact, her company has been so impressive that the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools named it the ninth best ed-tech company of 2015.

Her company’s Credit Stacker app is available in four lan-

RICH guages and in 40 countries, and is quickly approaching 1 million downloads.

Although the app is free for users to download, the revenue model is to generate money on the backend from advertisers in addition to contracts, including one that she already has with the Dept. of Health and Human Services. She also already has a partnership with the D.C. Dept of Insurance, Securities, and Banking.

In time, other major financial companies like NASDAQ, J.P. Morgan & Chase, Wells Fargo,

Dr. Aminta Hawkins Breaux makes history as BSU’S first female President

Dr. Aminta Hawkins Breaux is the first female president of Bowie State University. (Bowie State University)

By Lauren Poteat (NNPA Newswire Contributor) In her historic role as Bowie State University’s first female president, Dr. Aminta Hawkins Breaux said that she’s ready to lead the top 25 HBCU into the school’s next phase of growth and development.

Following the celebrated legacy of Dr. Mickey L. Burnim, the former BSU president that served the institution for nearly 11 years, Breaux said that she is thrilled and honored to accept the leadership role.

“When I look at issues that African American women have faced in this country, it makes me realize how very proud I am to get to this point,” Breaux said about serving as BSU’s first female president. “I have received so much positive feedback from faculty, students and staff and recognize that this is a huge responsibility that is very exciting and I wholeheartedly serve in leadership role with great distinction.”

Though Breaux has only officially been in office since July 1, the former vice president for advancement at Millersville

University in Pennsylvania has already started to outline new initiatives.

Heavily involved with community building, Breaux noted that she wanted to enrich the neighborhoods surrounding the university while preparing students for the ever-changing workforce.

“Partnerships are going to be extremely important. We want to reach out to our business leaders and the rest of our community and help them see the value that our students and faculty bring to this area,” Breaux said. “This campus is filled with rich opportunity and initiatives and strong academic programs, but we are also a part of a larger scheme. Initially, I want people to know that we are a part of this community…We want to begin looking at our business community, business leaders and partnering with businesses in the area to make sure that we are preparing our students for the workforce… not just for today, but for tomorrow.”

Though the university is fully-equipped with state of the art facilities including a Fine

and Performing Arts Center that opened in 2012 and an elaborate Center for Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Nursing that opened this year, Breaux said that this is only just the beginning of a longterm focus on K-12 institutions and community colleges, as well.

“I envision our students mentoring and bringing different K-12 and community college students to our campus,” said Breaux. “With state of the art facilities, it is always good to let students see other role models at higher levels doing great things. You know, you have to give students that goal and let them see that they can get to that point.”

Breaux continued: “I am looking forward to partnering with Prince George’s Community College, in particular, and reaching back to K-12 institutions in order to ensure that these students are prepared to come into our university and succeed.”

In addition to her work at Millersville University, Breaux was also dean of students at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia from 2000 to 2008 and assistant provost of Drexel University from 1998 to 2000.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Temple University, a master’s degree in psychological services in education from the University of Pennsylvania, and a doctorate in counseling psychology from Temple University. She is also a graduate of the Harvard Institute for Executive Management and the American Association for State Colleges and Universities Millennium Leadership Institute.

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and more will likely want to get on board as well.

The challenge A major challenge for Angel has been that women are still heavily discriminated against in the business and techhnology sectors, and their companies are not equally funded.

In fact, less than 20% of venture capital dollars go to womenowned companies. And, for Black women, the numbers are even lower.

According to a report by #ProjectDiane, Black women represent only 4% of all womenled tech startups in the United States.

Angel told Forbes during an interview, “My competitor raised $75 million. I won best financial product and best learning game. My company raised only $200,000.”

But she is not giving up; She’s determined to make it work regardless, and so far, she’s come very, very far!

to his unprecedented gospel icon Fame, he has received insurmountable recognitions to include over Ten GRAMMY® Awards, 39 Stellar Awards, 16 Dove Awards (CCM), eight NAACP Image Awards, two BET Awards, an American Music Award, a Soul Train Award and numerous others.

Some of his most notable hits include: "I Smile", "Stomp" and "Brighter Day". In addition to his award-winning songs, he is recognized for his high spirited and mesmerizing performances that capture and enthrall audiences to sing along spontaneously and dance during his performances. Franklin will be accompanied by his choir he affectionately named “Family.” Bishop William Murphy III, known for his mega hit "Praise is What I Do", is slated as one of the main opening performances for the Music Fest.

Gospel In The Son Music Fest is a collaboration of Jesus Team Ministries and SFL Caribbean TV. The two entities are the right combination considering the background of Kirk Franklin as the Executive Producer and Host of the hit BET TV gospel talent show, “Sunday Best”; and Jesus Team Ministries’ and Franklin’s mutual commitment to promoting the Word of Gospel through music and outreach. “We are honored and humbled to present top notch gospel entertainment to the community at the beautiful new City of Miramar’s Amphitheater. It’s our mission to touch souls and transform lives, and this is one way we can reach a broad spectrum of people through their love for the word, gospel music, and Kirk

Franklin’s performance. He has proven to be one of the best gospel performers and loved by many”, said Trevor R. Wallace, Pastor of Jesus Team Ministries.

There are plans to add more local choirs and performances to the lineup, according to Colin Forbes, show organizer and principal at Class Act Production & Promotion Inc, SFL Caribbean TV and Director of Ministry for Gospel In the Son Music Fest.

“We are pleased to work together with Jesus Team Ministries to create a heartfelt gospel music experiences such as Gospel In The Son Music Fest Event,” said Leonard Affalo, President of SFL Caribbean TV. Kirk Franklin’s scheduled appearance has already created a buzz around town in anticipation of his spiritual and epic performance. This event will be attended by the best of the best of South Florida gospel entertainers and gospel music lovers.

It will be the place to be and a “must see” event for a deep praise and worship experience.

Tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets go to www.Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices range from $55 to $125.

Group sales are available at (786) 322-4060 ext. 800. For partnership and vending opportunities send email to colinforbes@sflcaribbeantv.com For press credentials and interviews, contact Maurice Tucker or Email: contact@sflcaribbeantv.com or call (855) 464-4876 or (786) 322-4060 ext. 810.

For information related to getting vendor booth call (855) 464-4876. For group sales call (786) 322-4060 ext. 805

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A WORD OF THANKS

Another destructive storm, and another reminder

of what a positive difference people can make.

Publix extends heartfelt gratitude to the many

caring, selfless, and generous individuals who make

these tough times easier. Our dedicated associates

and business partners, our exceptional neighbors

and customers: you all remind us that we’re better

t o g e t h e r .

Some of our stores may have been affected by

the hurricane, but Publix is working hard to get

things back to normal as quickly as possible.

At the same time, we’re coordinating efforts

with local agencies to distribute basic necessities

within our community. We want to reach out

and help, just as so many others have.

Keeping Food Safe During a Power Outage Items in a full freezer will stay frozen for about two days with the door kept closed; in a halffull freezer, for about one day.

Refrigerated foods can keep for up to four hours.

Discard any perishable refrigerated foods that have been above 40oF for more than two hours.

Discard any food with an unusual odor, color, or texture. Remember: “When in doubt, throw it out.”

For additional information about food safety during power outages, call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline: 1-888-674-6854.