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Thousands Rally in D.C. Supporting Palestine, Grassroots Groups Call Out Elected Officials

D.C. Council Chairman Cautious about Weighing in on Israel-Hamas Conflict

By Sam P.K. Collins WI Staff Writer

5 Thousands of activists and grassroots organizations rallied in D.C. to show solidarity with Palestinians, who for nearly 80 years, have fought against Israeli occupation of their homeland on Nov. 4 . (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Last weekend marked the District’s largest showing of grassroots solidarity with Palestinians, who, for nearly 80 years, have fought against Israeli occupation of their homeland.

The organizers of Harriet's Wildest Dreams counted among those who flooded the streets of Downtown, D.C. on Saturday. Before leading the Blacks for Palestine Coalition toward the White House, organizers passed

Patterson Advocates for Job Training, Improved Mental Healthcare for Veterans Jacque Patterson is proud of his service as a past president of the Ward 8 Democrats and his present stint as an at-large D.C. State Board of Education member. However he emphasized his years serving in the military and being a

District veteran as being transformative, and that is what he will remember on Veterans Day this Nov. 11.

“Veterans Day will be a bittersweet recognition for me,” said Patterson, 58.

“I am a D.C. resident, and I don’t live in a state, and I don’t enjoy the benefits of full citizenship in this country. I participated in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. I fought for democracy for the people who live over there, but we don’t have that here.”

Patterson is one of the 31,110 veterans living in the District, according

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out 500 white T-shirts and criticized elected officials who openly supported Israel.

During the latter part of October, Harriet's Wildest Dreams executive director Nee Nee Taylor sent each D.C. council member a letter requesting that they meet with local Palestinians to get an intimate understanding of how the Israeli bombardment of Gaza has affected their families.

The letter also asked for the remov-

By Sam P.K. Collins WI Staff Writer

5 A revived Team Dynasty played against Metropolitan Police Department officers during the Halloween Bash on Friday, Oct. 27 at Riggs-Lasalle Community Center in Northeast. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

At a time when young people’s encounters with the police have become tenuous and, at times deadly, members of a Northeast community are making an effort to ensure that both groups become familiar with one another in a positive setting.

A group of student-athletes recently played a game of basketball against officers of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) during what was called the “Halloween Bash.” This matchup at Riggs-Lasalle Community Center set the stage for

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Record Number of Black Members Elected to Virginia General Assembly Last night Virginia Democrats made history electing a record number of Black members who will serve in the Virginia General Assembly starting in January 2024.

Democrats led by Black leaders from Hampton Roads, State Senator and Senate Caucus Chair Mamie Locke (D-District 23) of Hampton and current Virginia House Minority Leader Don Scott (D-District 88) out of Portsmouth, led their respective candidates to close victories and held power in the Virginia Senate. The Virginia House also flipped power from Republican to Democrat.

Delegate Scott is now likely to become the first Black speaker of the Virginia House in the history of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The decisive issue on the ballot for Democrats was abortion. As Republicans ran controversial-style

ads against Democrats, a woman’s right to choose became the focus of almost all Democrats running for the Virginia General Assembly. The message worked.

Republican Gov. Glenn 5 Sen. Caucus Chair Mamie Youngkin will now have to Locke and Minority Leader Don govern with Democrats in his Scott led their respective candidates to final two years in office. The re- close victories and hold power in the sults last night are also likely to Virginia Senate, as well as flip power temper Youngkin’s presidential in the Virginia House from Republican to Democrat. (Courtesy Photo) aspirations.

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Officials in Arkansas have unveiled a statue com- launched the inaugural edition of Ebony, followed by memorating the influential African American mag- Jet six years later. azine publisher John H. Johnson at the Delta HerDuring the 2019 session of the Arkansas General itage Trail State Park in Arkansas City, Arkansas. Assembly, legislators unanimously voted to designate Johnson, the founder of Ebony and Jet magazines, November 1 as “John H. Johnson Day” in Arkansas. was born in Arkansas City in 1918 and died in 2005.

Linda Johnson Rice, the famed publisher’s daughFamed Black Press photographer Roy Lewis cap- ter and the current President and CEO of Johnson tured the unveiling and received the inaugural John Publishing, along with his other daughter, Alexa Rice, H. Johnson Media and Journalism Award. attended the unveiling ceremony. They spoke of John“Quite an honor,” said Lewis, whose iconic work son’s humble beginnings, including his time picking is regularly featured in the Washington Informer. cotton in the Arkansas Delta, which offered the founLewis began his storied journalism career working dation for him to reshape the perception of African for Johnson in Chicago, and, as part of the statue Americans in the United States. unveiling, Lewis’ photos were featured in a broadcast “By publishing Ebony and Jet, my father was able on more than 200 Fox News stations and showcased to depict Black people and their way of life with a in Arkansas. sense of purpose and pride,” Johnson Rice told those Arkansas officials said the statue was long over- gathered for the statue unveiling. “Through his work, due. In 1932, the legendary Johnson and his family he demonstrated that Black people are to be cherished left Arkansas, relocating to Chicago, where he was and respected.” Wi introduced to the publishing industry. In 1945, he Read more on washingtoninformer.com.

TikTok Shuts Down $2 Billion Creator Fund TikTok, the Chinese-owned social media giant, is bidding farewell to its $2 billion Creator Fund, an initiative launched in 2020 to support eligible users creating content on the platform financially. A TikTok spokesperson confirmed the announcement, which represents a significant change in the environment for influencers and content creators who have long relied on this fund to support their livelihoods.

The Creator Fund, as per a July 2020 news release from TikTok, was designed to “help support ambitious creators who are seeking opportunities to foster a livelihood through their innovative content.”

Over the past three years, the fund has distributed money to creators based on their share of overall views

on the platform. However, after the fund’s launch, many creators voiced their concerns, asserting that it had made monetization on TikTok an uphill battle.

TikTok has already introduced a replacement for the Creator Fund, known as the Creativity Program, aiming to address the initial grievances of creators.

“The Creativity Program was developed based on the learnings and feedback we’ve gained from the previous Creator Fund,” the Tik Tok spokesman stated. “As we continue developing new ways to reward creators and enrich the TikTok experience, we value the feedback and direct insights from our community to help inform our decisions.” Wi Read more on washingtoninformer.com.

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Search for Missing Southeast Woman Continues Chyna Crawford 1 of 37 People Marked as Missing by MPD

By Sam P.K. Collins WI Staff Writer The search for Chyna Danielle Crawford recently entered its third week with family, friends and community members passing out flyers and scouring wooded areas and abandoned buildings along Suitland Parkway.

Before launching their search party last Saturday, a multigenerational group of more than a dozen family members, public officials and violence interrupters once again converged on the corner of 16th Street and U Street in Southeast to ask community members for information leading to Crawford’s safe return.

Crawford, 25, was last seen on Oct. 23 on the 1600 block of Good Hope Road in Southeast. She’s 5 feet, 7 inches tall and 120 pounds with black locs and brown eyes. Family members said she was likely wearing a black top, black leggings and red Jordans. Distinguishing marks include a scar on her torso and a tattoo of a heart with devil’s horns.

On its most recent flyer, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) included a photo of Crawford’s vehicle, a gray 2012 Mercedes Benz CL550 bearing Virginia temporary tags, as it was last seen driving along Good Hope Road The missing woman’s mother, Elisa Crawford, told The Informer that she

last spoke to her daughter for a few minutes during the early afternoon of Oct. 23 about weekend plans.

As a sibling told The Informer, Crawford’s friends called her mother a day later, concerned for her safety, when they hadn’t heard from her. They’ve since circulated photos of Crawford on social media and launched a GoFundMe to raise reward money.

Their first search for Crawford during the last weekend in October took them through Anacostia Park near the skating rink and railroad tracks and the Fairlawn community.

As each day passes however, family and friends circle back to the 1600 block of U Street in Southeast, what they describe as Crawford’s stomping grounds.

“This is the neighborhood she frequents and we believe that [the people here] know what happened the day she went missing,” Elisa Crawford said.

Surrounding Elisa Crawford on Saturday were Chyna Crawford’s three older siblings, her cousin Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Erica Green, and Henderson Long, a search and recovery specialist, among other people.

“It’s an ongoing investigation,” the mother added. “MPD advised me that they’re working the case and I do trust that they’re doing that. I truly believe

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5More than a dozen family members,public officials and violence interrupters converged on the corner of 16th Street and U Street in Southeast on Sat. Nov. 4 to ask for information leading to the safe return of Chyna Crawford, who has been missing since Oct. 23. (Sam P.K. Collins/The Washington Informer)

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1977 – Ernest N. "Dutch" Morial becomes the first Black mayor of New Orleans.

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1894 – Inventor Albert C. Richardson patents the casket-lowering device.

1913 – Daniel Hale Williams becomes the first Black to be made a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

1951 – Famed ballerina Janet Collins becomes the first Black dancer to appear with the Metropolitan Opera Company in New York.

1985 – Major League Baseball pitcher Dwight "Doc" Gooden unanimously wins the Cy Young Award, becoming at 20 the youngest-ever winner of the award.

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1915 – Booker T. Washington, a former slave who became a celebrated educator, author, orator and civil rights leader, dies in Tuskegee, Alabama, of hypertension at 59.

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1881 – Inventor Payton Johnson patents swinging chair.

1898 – Hairdresser and inventor Lyda Newman NOV. 9 patents an improved hairbrush, which was easier to 1731 – Benjamin Banneker, inventor, mathematician clean. and one of the planners of what is now Washington, 1950 – Hockey player Arthur Dorrington becomes D.C., is born in Baltimore County, Maryland. the first Black to sign an NHL contract, joining the 1868 – The first classes begin at the Howard University New York Rangers organization. WI College of Medicine.

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1957 – Black golfer Charlie Sifford wins the Long Beach Open, becoming the first African American to win a major professional golf tournament.

1960 – Journalist Andrew Hatcher is named associate press secretary to President John F. Kennedy, becoming the first Black press secretary.

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1831 – Nat Turner, an enslaved African American who led a deadly rebellion of slaves and free Blacks in Southampton County, Virginia, is executed by hanging.

1890 – Inventor Daniel McCree patents the portable fire escape.

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1770 – York, an African American slave best known for his participation with the Lewis and Clark Expedition, is born in Caroline County, Virginia.

1941 – Opera singer Mary Cardwell founds the National Negro Opera Company, the first African American opera company in the United States.

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Washington Informer Staff Celebrate Veterans in their Lives

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Happy Veterans Day! With the history of Veterans Day going back more than a century– initially called Armistice Day– November 11 has long been a day to honor the bravery and sacrifices of Americans who fought for freedom for the United States and her allies.

“With their selfless sacrifice, our Armed Forces democracy and justice, possibility and hope,” have forged and defended the very idea of America — a promise of freedom and equality," President Joe Biden said in a 2022 Veterans Day Proclamation. “We owe them an incredible debt that can never be fully repaid.”

As the country celebrates veterans worldwide, The Washington Informer staff would also like to honor the brave men and women on staff and in their families who have courageously served in the U.S. armed forces. The first Armistice Day was acknowledged November 11, 1919, a year after the end of World War I, and according to research, ancestors of our Informer family members were among some of the first to be recognized 104 years ago.

Considering segregation and continued racism after the mili-

tary’s desegregation, some Informer staff shared that their veteran loved ones offered little information about their time in the service.

“Our family learned details of our dad’s service through research for the book ‘Forgotten: The Untold Story of D-Day’s Black Heroes, at Home and at War,’ authored by Linda Hervieux and published in 2015,” said Brenda C. Siler, a writer with The Informer. “Our dad’s army experience was horrible, based on newspaper accounts and Hervieux’s research.

His unit went through grueling training, and many in my father’s unit died when coming ashore on

Utah Beach.”

In an interview five years ago, Korean War veteran Willie Clark, grandfather of WI Managing Editor Micha Green, spoke on serving in the military during a time of extreme racial divide in the United States.

“I took it as though, if I’m going to fight, I’ll be fighting for my people [African Americans],” said Clark, a Southeast, D.C. resident, who is now 93 years old.

While this is not an exhaustive list of all of our family members who are veterans, we wanted to take a moment to highlight some of our loved ones who have fought for this country and contributed to our families’ legacies.

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The Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington hosted the 2023 Arc of Change Gala celebrating Next Steps East of the River at the Town Hall Education Art Recreation Campus (THEARC) on Nov. 4. Samuel W. Tanner delivers remarks after being presented an award for Outstanding Achievement from Sharon Morgenthaler (right), Head of Programs and Initiatives at Byte Back, and Rasheen Carbin (left), Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington Board President. (Shevry Lassiter/The Washington Informer)

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The D.C. Council approved an emergency resolution confirming Mayor Bowser’s appointment of Sam Abed as director of the Department of Youth and Rehabilitative Services (DYRS).

However, this confirmation didn’t come without controversy. D.C. Councilmembers Charles Allen (D-Ward 6) and Robert White (D-At large) voted “present” while D.C. Councilmember Zachary Parker (D-Ward 5) voted “no.”

In recent weeks, DYRS has come under scrutiny amid reports about dismal conditions at the Youth Services Center on Mt. Olivet Road in Northeast where male and female youth are detained by order of the court.

After learning about fights between youths and assaults on staff, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White (D-Ward 8), D.C. Councilmember Anita Bonds (D-At large) and staff members from D.C. Councilmember Brooke Pinto’s office paid a surprise visit

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The D.C. Council unanimously approved Pamela Smith as chief of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).

Since D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) revealed Smith as her pick for MPD’s top spot, Smith has been making the rounds at public safety meetings, public safety walks and in crime scenes. She and her public safety colleagues also supported Bowser in her push for accountability measures.

Early on, Smith, a law enforcement professional with more than 25 years of experience, touted the need for a whole-of-government approach to addressing crime. In September, she released an updated strategic plan focused on crime prevention and intervention, accountability for perpetrators of crime, and sustainability via the recruitment of new officers and inclusion of partner agencies.

In her remarks before the council, Smith said she was speaking to agency leaders and building on what her predecessor, Robert J. Contee III, put in place. During the latter part of October, the D.C. Council Committee Public Safety and the Judiciary unanimously approved Smith’s nomination, with D.C. Councilmember Brooke Pinto (D-Ward 2) extolling Smith’s insistence on including families and boosting staffing within the police department.

A point of contention as expressed

by D.C. Councilmember Zachary Parker (D-Ward 5) on the morning of Nov, 7, is, and will most likely continue to be, Smith’s hesitance to ask officers

5 Pamela Smith was confirmed as the chief of the Metropolitan Police Department on Nov. 7. (WI File Photo/ Ja’Mon Jackson)

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During a legislative meeting and Committee of the Whole hearing on Nov. 7, the D.C. Council deliberated on a bevy of mayoral agencies and boards. This particular meeting came after Melinda Bolling, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s nominee for director of the Department of For-Hire Vehicles, withdrew from consideration under pressure from the council.

With all the issues befalling the District, the nomination discussion proved to be compelling. The following list highlights six important nominations and what’s at stake for these newly confirmed agency heads.

to USC on Monday.

After the visit, White, who oversees DYRS on the D.C. Council Committee on Recreation, Libraries, and Youth Affairs, recounted stories he heard from detained youth. He mentioned lack of soap, educational neglect, and staff shortages that forced detainees inside their cells for hours at a time.

He also highlighted discrepancies between youth and staff members about the true nature of what occurs within the center’s walls.

During the council breakfast on Tuesday, White once again decried the conditions and noted staff shortages and lack of cultural competency among those who work with Abed. Even so, he, Pinto and Bonds said it was best to follow through with the nominations.

Pinto pressed for the staffing issue to be a top budget priority for fiscal year 2025.

In the interim, White said that Abed is in the process of drafting a plan. The Ward 8 council member also alluded to upcoming public hearings about conditions at the center. Those assurances didn’t suffice however for At large Councilmember White, Allen and Parker, all of whom suggested postponing the confirmation until Abed presented his plan and the mayor’s office confirmed that the plan would be executed.

Abed comes to the DYRS from the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services where he served as secretary for more than a decade. In that role, he managed and operated the state’s juvenile justice system. He also chaired the Maryland Juvenile Justice Reform Council and served as director of a committee that implemented a development approach to juvenile justice reform.

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Prince George’s Political Updates

Gov. Moore Nominates Ulman for State Democratic Party Chair, County Council Passes Camera Bill, and New NAACP Slate

By Richard Elliott WI Contributing Reporter

GOV. MOORE NOMINATES ULMAN FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR

Following the retirement of Maryland Democratic Party Chair Yvette Lewis, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) has nominated former Howard County Executive Ken Ulman (D) for Chair and former Prince George’s Community College President Charlene Mickens-Dukes to serve as 1st Vice Chair. The election will be held on Nov. 18 at the IBEW Hall in Lanham.

“The governor couldn’t be more excited for the dynamic leadership Ken Ulman and Dr. Charlene

Dukes will bring to the Maryland Democratic Party,” said a Moore campaign spokesperson.

“His north star in this choice was a commitment to service, passion for Maryland, and a track record of strong leadership that will both ignite and expand our Democratic base across the state for races up and down the ballot. Ken Ulman and Dr. Dukes are leaders who embody all those qualities, and that’s why he’s recommended them.”

Traditionally, the Governor’s choice for Maryland Democratic Party Chair has been successfully nominated. Everett Browning, the former First Vice Chair, ascended to the Chair position following Lewis’ retirement. It is not currently known if Browning plans to file for either of the vacant positions.

Ed Crizer, a progressive Demo-

5 Reverend Kobi Little (left) was elected to lead Maryland’s NAACP. Little has served as the President of the Baltimore branch, one of the oldest in the nation, since 2018. (Courtesy Photo/Baltimore NAACP)

crat from Baltimore County, announced last week that he plans to file for the position.

Congressman Trone, one of the two leading candidates in the U.S. Senate primary, announced that he will oppose Ulman for the position, citing Ulman’s “cozy relationships with real estate developers and special interests.” Our Revolution Howard County has also come out against Ulman’s nomination. WI

COUNTY COUNCIL PASSES BILL REQUIRING CAMERAS AT APARTMENT COMPLEXES

Last week, the Prince George’s County Council passed a bill re-

Prince George’s Business Updates

Prince George’s Economic Development Corporation Celebrates 40 Years, A Timeline for Cannabis Business Licenses, One Life Fitness Center Opens in Clinton

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION CELEBRATES 40 YEARS WITH INAUGURAL GALA 12 NOVEMBER 9 - 15, 2023

With 75 tables full and over 500 attendees, the MGM Grand’s ballroom was packed with numerous business and political leaders at the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation’s (PGCEDC) inaugural gala, celebrating the organization’s 40th anniversary.

“We attract new businesses to

Prince George’s, and help existing businesses grow. We have played a major role in transforming from a bedroom community to the largest amount of job growth over the past decade in Maryland,” said David Ianucci, president and CEO of PGCEDC. “We want to thank the

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quiring surveillance cameras at apartment complexes and senior communities.

While a previous iteration of the bill included security guards at senior buildings, that was not included in the legislation.

When asked about the costs of implementing the program, Council Vice President Wala Blegay (D– District 6) said. "We're always concerned about that. But the reality is that a working camera in this day and time should not be a burden.

If we can go to houses in our community where Ring cameras are almost in every house, there's no reason why apartment complexes shouldn't be able to do the same."

Representatives of the real estate industry are concerned about the bill, noting that the costs of installing and maintaining these security measures.

The Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan Washington (AOBA) said while its members understand the need to address crime in apartment buildings, the cameras are more for assisting police in investigations, not stopping crime.

“The value of these devices in deterring crime is extremely limited and they cannot physically prevent attempts to commit criminal acts,” said Alex Rossello, AOBA’s director of Policy Communications. WI

ROSSELLO OFFERED ALTERNATIVE IDEAS.

“Increasing police presence, es-

pecially in high crime areas, along with working the state’s attorney to prosecute criminal offenses is one option to address the spike in criminal activity,” Rossello continued. “However, policymakers and elected officials should also increase engagement with the community on the topic of public safety to determine why certain crimes are spiking and determine other potential approaches to couple with increased police presence and enforcement.” WI

NEW SLATE OF NAACP LEADERS ELECTED TO STATE LEADERSHIP POSTS

A slate including Baltimore City NAACP President Dr. Kobi Little has been elected to lead the Maryland NAACP. Little won with 55% of the vote in a three-way leadership contest.

"Even with all of the progress that has been made in Maryland, there are still very real threats to freedom, justice, equity and democracy,” said Little, adding he is honored to take on the new role. “The NAACP Maryland State Conference must rise to the occasion and lead on voting rights, inclusive economic development, environmental and climate justice, equitable and trauma informed education, fair and affordable housing, decarceration, violence reduction and so many other issues.”

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Tara Jackson, chief administrative officer for County Executive Angela Alsobrooks thanked PGCEDC for their years of hard work and successes, before offering a proclamation.

“In the Alsobrooks administration, we believe that robust economic development is possible when we invest in human development. The Prince George’s [County Economic Development Corporation] embodies that message.”

The goal of PGCEDC is to grow the number of jobs in Prince George’s County so residents don’t have to travel outside the county for work, and to improve the local tax base.

Comptroller Brooke Lierman (D), Congressman Glenn Ivey (D, District 4), State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy (D), Senator Alonzo

Washington (D- District 22), and Councilmembers Wanika Fisher (D- District 2), Jolene Ivey (DDistrict 5) and Sydney Harrison (D- District 9) all attended the gala. WI

CANNABIS BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION TIMELINE

Recent changes in Maryland’s cannabis laws allowed residents to apply for social equity licenses. These applications are due by 5 p.m. on Nov. 7, and the 30-day application period opens on Nov. 13 for those with confirmed social equity licenses.

There are currently nine operational dispensaries in Prince George’s County, and nine new licenses will be added during the new process. Lobbyist Darrell Carrington has been assisting prospective business owners in preparing for the new licensing process.

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“Applicants may run into a problem getting things like transcripts at this late date. It may require some leg work like going to their elementary school and copying the transcript themselves.

I also worry that the portal itself could be overwhelmed if hundreds of applicants are trying to do their submissions close to the Nov. 7 deadline,” said Carrington. “ The state has stated that they will not grant extensions.” WI

ONE LIFE FITNESS CENTER OPENS IN CLINTON

In a 55,000 square foot building that was once a Toys R Us, there is now a One Life Fitness Center.

The business is estimated to provide 100 jobs and will include such amenities as a large indoor saltwater lap pool and whirlpool, signature Strike Boxing Studio, Olympic lifting platforms and a recovery studio.

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5 One Life Fitness Center, a 55,000 square foot facility operating out of a closed Toys R’ Us, opened in Clinton on Oct. 10. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

The franchise, recently purchased by new Commanders owner Josh Harris, is one of more than 50 in the DMV, West Virginia and Georgia.

“As the largest health and fitness provider in the Washington,

D.C., area, Onelife Fitness is committed to economic revitalization by bringing jobs and renovating vacant stores like the former Toys 'R' Us in Clinton,” said Onelife Fitness President Ori Gorfine.

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By James Wright / WI Staff Writer

THE DIETRA L. FORD CHILD SAVINGS ACCOUNT PROGRAM

Martha’s Table recently announced its new children’s savings account program will be named in honor of the late Dietra L. Ford, a native Washingtonian who served in executive-level positions in the federal government and the mother of the social service organization’s former president and CEO Kim R. Ford.

Ford, a District native who graduated from McKinley Tech High School and Howard University, served as the associate administrator in the Office of Enterprise Development for the U.S. General Service Administration, where she oversaw $20 billion in assets and tens of thousands of employees during the Clinton administration. She also served as a commissioner of the National Capital Planning Commission, the

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central federal planning agency in the Washington region. Ford also worked on Capitol Hill for the District of Columbia Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975-1993. Ford passed away in October 1999.

The child savings account program provides children who have been enrolled for one-year in Martha’s Table’s early childhood education program with a seed investment of $1,000, which families can continue to contribute to in the future. Upon graduating from high school, students will be able to put their savings toward ongoing education and training or to pursue other income-or wealth-generating opportunities, such as buying a home or starting a business.

For more information, contact Mei Powers at Martha’s Table at 202-8461536 or mpowers@marthastable.org.

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3 The late Dietra L. Ford will have a children’s savings account named in her honor by Martha’s Table.

SMALL BUSINESS CBE SYMPOSIUM

The D.C. Department of General Services Fiscal Year 2024 Small Business Certified Business Enterprise Symposium will take place on Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial Library in Northwest.

Attendees will be able to hear from Department Director Delano Hunter, the DGS CBE Inclusion officer, DGS executive staff and other guest speakers about upcoming solicitations, learning how to conduct

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This Request for Proposal (RFP) has a thirty-five percent (35%) set aside for a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) as required under the provisions of “The Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Amendment Act of 2014” (the Act), effective June 10, 2014.

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business in the District and fulfilling the Bowser administration goals of economic opportunity and growth in the new fiscal year. Registration closes at noon on Nov. 10.

For more information, contact Olivia Warren at Oliva.Warren@dc.gov.

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SMALL BUSINESS LEGAL CLINIC

The DC Bar Pro Bono Center will hold a virtual Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic from 12-4 p.m. on Nov. 16.

One-on-one brief legal advice consultations will last up to 60 minutes.

To request assistance, sign up online at https://forms.office.com/r/gYwR4H2gS7.

If legal assistance can be offered, the staff will follow up with an email to the client that must be answered in a timely manner to collect additional documents and schedule a time to speak to a volunteer attorney during the clinic. Additional information may be requested before you can be scheduled to speak with an attorney.

Only registered, confirmed businesses will have appointments at the clinic.

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‘BOOKKEEPING MADE EASY’ CLASS

An online class, “Bookkeeping Made Easy” will take place on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

The class is facilitated by the DC SBDC Lead Center at the Howard University School of Business. Participants will learn tips and tools for small business owners to streamline financial records and gain control

over business finances. The class will teach simplified bookkeeping practices that will help you track income, expenses, and cash flow accurately.

The webinar will cover maximizing the benefits of effective bookkeeping, debunking the top 3 bookkeeping myths and effectively managing your day-to-day bookkeeping. The speaker will be Wendi Caplan-Carroll, of Square Biz. For more information, call 202806-1550. WI

MEDICAL CANNABIS OPEN APPLICATION PERIOD

The medical cannabis open application period for unlicensed operators for a Cultivation Center, Internet Retailer or Retailer license has opened and will close on January 29, 2024, at 4 p.m.

Applications submitted outside the specified open period will be rejected. Applications submitted online are the recommended mode.

Applications can also be filed in-person or by mail at 2000 14th Street NW, Suite 1024 South, Washington, D.C. 20009. Documents can also be obtained at abca.dc.gov. Applications submitted in-person or by mail will be date and time-stamped upon receipt.

Email applications should be combined into one PDF file and emailed to ABCA.CannabisLicensing@ dc.gov. Application fees must be paid within one business day following formal notification of application acceptance.

Questions and requests for technical assistance should be directed to ABCA. CannabisLicensing@dc.gov.

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Ward 7 Leader Set to Lead the Washington D.C. Economic Partnership

By James Wright WI Contributing Writer Ward 7 resident Derek Ford has worked in the field of economic development for over 20 years and wants to bring businesses and commercial opportunities to all District neighborhoods. Now, he will get the chance to further his mission as the new president of the Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP).

“I am deeply honored to accept the role of president and CEO at WDCEP and I’m ready to get started,” said Ford, of his selection announced on Nov. 2. “My mission is clear: to attract and retain businesses in Washington, D.C. I’m looking forward to working collaboratively with my team, building on institutional knowledge, and leveraging my local and national expertise to ensure that D.C. remains a destination where businesses thrive.”

The WDCEP’s mission is to promote the District’s economic and business opportunities. WDCEP utilized tools such as historical knowledge of the District’s business sector, analytics, data and research to meet its objectives.

FORD’S BACKGROUND

Before his promotion to the presi-

dency, Ford worked as WDCEP’s senior vice president for neighborhood development for almost nine years.

Ford is a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, and possesses certificates in executive leadership from The Wharton School and The George Washington University.

Ford stepped down in April as a member of the board of visitors for North Carolina A&T University.

He serves as chairman of the Business Caucus of the D.C. Democratic State Committee and is a former chair of the Ward 7 Democrats. He is the former chair of the DC Housing Finance Board and has worked for the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization as its chief financial officer.

The Ward 7 resident was selected as the president of WDCEP after a nationwide search by an executive firm. He will start his duties on Nov. 13.

Nina Albert, acting Deputy Mayor of Planning and Economic Development and co-chair of the WDCEP Board of Directors, said Ford is the right person for the job.

“Derek’s understanding of this organization, his adeptness at forging business and community connections, and his robust national network are invaluable assets that will bolster our mission and work,” Albert said. WI @JamesWrightJr10

BUSINESS Wills 4 Heroes

By Aimee D. Griffin, Esq., In the month of November, as a country, we celebrate Veterans Day! Veterans have made the commitment to serve their country for the benefit of the citizens of the United States. They enter service without knowing the depth and breadth of their sacrifice. This is an act of heroism. Whether the commitment has been for 24 months or 24 years as citizens and residents of the United States we are indebted to each veteran. Whether we support the policies that are made as a country in total or not we are privileged to have the support and freedom that the country offers. While I have been blessed to have great friendships with people who have made this incredible commitment, I have been on the outside looking in.

My father is a veteran as is my “newish” husband of four years. Through them, in the last four years, I have observed the process of pursuing the benefits for which they are qualified. I have realized that many of our veterans do not know or pursue the benefits for which they are eligible. Many veterans are impacted physically and/or emotionally because of the time experienced during their time of service. Yet, they don’t have the insight, inspiration, or emotional capacity to pursue these benefits.

I know that we as a country are indebted to the men and women who have made the decision and commitment to protect and serve this country. I am excited to participate in the Association of Black Estate Planning Professionals Wills 4 Heroes campaign.

The Association of Black Estate Planning Professionals (ABEPP) is a nonprofit that is committed to collaboratively bridge the racial wealth gap. This Veteran’s Day ABEPP is kicking off a Wills 4 Heroes campaign where estate planning attorneys in the Washington DC metro area are seeking to provide 100 veterans with a foundational estate plan and a goal to protect real property.

The foundational estate plan manages the concerns of incapacity as well as directs probate for personal property. Each person should have an estate plan at the age of 18, which is the standard age of majority in the United States. Eighteen is the age when one is a legal adult. Adulting comes with rights and responsibilities. The foundational estate plan will support the protection of rights and the transfer of assets upon passing through probate. One of the rights is the right to privacy. That right is protected. With that right to privacy, there are legal boundaries for someone to be able to provide help without legal authorization.

The Power of Attorney is a document that provides authority for someone to access information and waive the right to privacy. There are two different circumstances for the power of attorney. The Durable Power of Attorney for financial and business purposes appoints someone to act on someone’s behalf for business or financial purposes. The Power of Attorney (POA) is as broad or specific as the principal intends it to be. It can be revoked at any time or upon death. It is vital in cases of disability. The Durable Power of Attorney for financial decisions allows for someone to act on your behalf and would avoid a need for guardianship. Guardianship is a court directed process when a person is appointed to serve when a person is determined by the court to not be able to manage his or her own affairs, financially or physically.

The Advanced Directive/Living Will gives guidance on health care decisions. The focus of the guidance anticipates what are the end-of-life health care preferences a person would have. This clarity provides support for family members. The burden to make decisions regarding the care of a loved one is heavy. Providing the guidance for those who have the responsibility to make the decision is a responsible action.

The Last Will & Testament provides direction to the court that manages the probate process. The probate process is the legal act of taking the assets out of the name of a person who has passed away. The probate process is distinctive in each geographic jurisdiction.

We are excited that Life & Legacy Counselors will participate in the Wils 4 Heroes campaign. If you are a Veteran interested in a free foundational estate plan, visit the creatingalegacyconference.com website for more information. We are better together.

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5 Derek Ford, who has served as the chairman of the Ward 7 Democrats, is the new president of the Washington DC Economic Partnership. (Courtesy Photo)

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NATIONAL Impending Shutdown: Politics Rifts and Global Crisis Converge

By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer As the Nov. 17 deadline for a government shutdown looms, Washington grapples with a confluence of domestic political divides and escalating global conflicts. The recent appointment of far-right House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) follows a tumultuous three-week period during which Congress went without a Speaker, underscoring the deep divisions within the Republican Party.

Johnson supports the twice-impeached and now four-times indicted former President Donald Trump’s maiden legislative ven-

ture, a $14 billion bill aimed at fortifying Israel’s defense against Hamas. The bill drew sharp criticism for its exclusion of aid to Ukraine and substantial cuts to IRS funding. Some experts say the move, viewed as an overture to win favor with Trump, underscores Johnson’s conservative agenda.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) minced no words in his assessment of Johnson’s approach, emphasizing the bill’s lack of bipartisan support.

“His first major legislative effort was not bipartisan at all,” Schumer stated. “And I think he’s going to learn the hard way that that doesn’t work.”

Schumer further pointed out

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that both the president and he had reservations about the bill, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell also did not endorse it.

Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) leveled serious concerns about Johnson’s ascendancy to the Speaker’s chair, branding him as “dangerous” due to his support for overturning the 2020 election results. Cheney, a vocal critic of

Gender Disparities in High School Graduation Rates: Unearthing Root Causes and Seeking Solutions

By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer In communities across America, the disparity in high school graduation rates between Black students and their counterparts of other racial backgrounds has long been a point of concern. Officials and activists have identified the deeply rooted issue of excessive student suspension as a significant contributing factor. The systemic problem not only hampers the immediate educational prospects of affected students but also casts a long shadow over their prospects as Black Americans.

However, a report in the Associ-

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ated Press explored a less explored facet of the educational divide that emerges when examining the gender gap within these communities.

While boys and girls attend the same classes, have access to identical programs, and often come from the same families, girls consistently outperform boys in public high schools nationwide. This gender disparity mirrors the achievement gap between students from affluent and low-income families, an issue that educational officials have closely monitored for years.

According to researchers, the reasons behind this discrepancy are multifaceted. One factor that emerges prominently is that boys

are also more susceptible to disciplinary measures, including suspensions, which can lead to falling off track. Moreover, they are less likely to seek help when facing mental health challenges.

Research found that some boys initially find steady employment upon dropping out, but the longterm consequences of lacking a high school degree are stark. Recent studies reveal that young men who leave high school prematurely earn less over their lifetimes and are more likely to end up in the criminal justice system.

Despite this, the U.S. govern-

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Trump during her congressional tenure, argued that Johnson’s actions contradicted his professed commitment to upholding the Constitution.

She remarked, “He was willing to set aside what he knew to be the rulings of the courts, the requirements of the Constitution, in order to placate Donald Trump.”

USA Today political writer Rex Huppke provided a scathing assessment of the situation, calling attention to the perceived lack of direction within House Republicans. “If you haven’t already passed out from the vacuous stupidity of all that, you might be wondering: ‘Hey, what are these House Republicans doing about the rapidly approaching Nov. 17 deadline to keep the government open,’” Huppke remarked.

He went on to paint a vivid picture of internal discord, referencing legal troubles Trump faces and characterizing the House Speaker with a “disingenuous-youth-pastor vibe,” facing the challenges of avoiding a government shutdown right before the holidays.

In the Senate, a bipartisan effort led to the passage of three critical government funding bills covering areas such as military construction, veterans’ affairs, agriculture, transportation, and housing. The decisive 82-15 vote aims to break the deadlock and provide a path to

‘Hey, what are these House Republicans doing about the rapidly approaching Nov. 17 deadline to keep the government open,’” Huppke remarked.

avert a potential shutdown.

Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), a member of the Appropriations Committee, expressed hope that this progress will compel Congress to approve a short-term funding bill, affording the time needed to finalize a budget before year-end.

“There is definitely uncertainty with regard to how the House will respond to our strong bipartisan votes on appropriation bills,” Baldwin said. “But we hope that they will conclude, especially seeing the strong bipartisan votes, that the only way forward is through bipartisanship.” wi @StacyMBrownMedia

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Judge Sneed and Judge Austin Join Record Number of Black Women Nominated to Federal Bench

By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer

President Biden this week nominated Judge Julie S. Sneed and Judge Jacquelyn D. Austin to the U.S. District Courts for the Middle District of Florida and the District of South Carolina, respectively. The White House said the nominations continue to show Biden’s ongoing commitment to diversify the federal judiciary and ensure that the nation’s courts reflect the multifaceted nature of the United States.

With 32 Black women appointed by Biden already confirmed by the Senate for lifetime judgeships, “The Biden-Harris administration continues to set records when it comes to professional and demographic diversity,” Stephen Benjamin, director of the White House Office of Public Engagement and a senior adviser to the President, said in a statement to TheGrio,

which first reported the nominations.

Sneed has served as a U.S. magistrate judge for the Middle District of Florida since June 2015. Before her judgeship, she gained extensive experience as a partner and associate at law firms Akerman LLP and Fowler White Boggs Banker, P.A. Additionally, she worked as a law clerk for Judge James D. Whittemore on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and Judge Chris W. Altenbernd on the Florida Second District Court of Appeal. Her legal education includes a J.D. from Florida State University College of Law and a B.S. from the University of Florida.

Austin has served as a U.S. magistrate judge for the District of South Carolina since 2011. Before her judicial career, she built a solid foundation in private practice at Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC, where she worked her

way up from associate to partner.

Austin also served as a law clerk for Judge Matthew J. Perry Jr. on the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina. She holds a J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law and a B.S. from the University of South Carolina School of Engineering.

Biden’s commitment to increasing diversity on the federal bench has yielded results, with twothirds of the 148 life-tenured federal judges confirmed so far being women and people of color.

“These choices also continue to fulfill the President’s promise to ensure that the nation’s courts reflect the diversity that is one of our greatest assets as a country—both in terms of personal and professional backgrounds," White House officials said in a release. wi @StacyMBrownMedia

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ment does not mandate states to report graduation data by gender, in contrast to the requirements for reporting data by racial and ethnic groups, as well as for children with disabilities, English language learners, and homeless students. Never-

theless, the Associated Press reported that researcher Richard Reeves, who based on data available from 37 reporting states, estimated that over 45,000 fewer boys than girls graduated high school in 2018.

That year, approximately 88% of girls graduated on time compared to 82% of boys.

5House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has labeled the GOP as being engaged in a civil war. (Courtesy Photo/Wikimedia Commons)

The gender gap in graduation rates persisted at six percentage points in 2021, according to a follow-up analysis. The gap has largely evaded comprehensive attention from schools, though some have implemented effective strategies.

Yonkers, New York, for instance, improved graduation rates for boys

of color through mentoring pro- Research from Buffalo’s spokesgrams. Former Superintendent Ed- man, Jeffrey Hammond, indicates win Quezada highlighted the need that girls excel nationally in school to address the racial gap in gradu- over boys due to their propensity to ation rates as a crucial step toward plan, set academic goals, and invest comprehending the broader gender effort in achieving them. He added gap, which stood at seven percentage that girls receive fewer school suspensions, demonstrating that they points in 2022.

Quezada told the news outlet are generally more likely to follow that boys are referred to special ed- the rules and receive more personalucation at higher rates than girls in ized instruction from teachers.

Though straightforward strides early grades and are suspended more frequently throughout their school have been made, understanding the years. These factors, he noted, can precise interplay between race and significantly impede progress to- the gender gap remains a challenge, ward on-time graduation. “When with only ten states reporting gradthe decks are stacked differently for uation rates breaking it down by young men than they are for young both gender and race. ladies, why should we expect differ- The graduation gender gap “is harder to explain than some of the ent outcomes?” he questioned.

To support boys’ success, school other disparities we see,” Populapolicies in Buffalo have incorporat- tion Reference Bureau’s Beth Jaroed initiatives from the “My Brother’s sz told the Associated Press. “We Keeper” program. The district has know that structural racism is part also partnered with the education of the explanation for why Black advocacy group “Say Yes Buffalo” youth and Hispanic, Latino youth to offer mentoring to male students and American Indian youth are and to recruit male teachers. De- less likely to graduate. But it’s not a spite these efforts, the urban district structural racism issue for boys verreported a 10-point graduation gen- sus girls,” she said. der gap in 2022 (84%–74%) and an WI @StacyBrownMedia 11-point gap (84%–73%) in 2021.

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Ghana’s VP Bawumia Gets Ruling Party Nod for 2024 Presidential Run

Ghana's ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) party on Saturday, Nov. 4, elected the country's Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia as its candidate for the 2024 presidential ballot, according to results from primaries released by the electoral commission.

Ghana is undergoing its worst economic crisis in years, which will be a major elec5 Ghana’s Vice President Mahamudu toral issue next year when President Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after two terms Bawumia. (Courtesy Photo) and an agreement for a $3 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

According to the final results, Bawumia won 61.4 percent of the votes, while his nearest rival Kennedy Ohene Agyapong won 37.4 percent.

Bawumia, a former deputy central bank governor, had been widely touted by pollsters to win the NPP candidacy, according to AfricanNews.com. He will face opposition National Democratic Congress candidate, ex-president John Dramani Mahama at the end of next year.

Bawumia had already won the first round of NPP voting, and as the first Muslim candidate to lead the ethnic Akan and southern-dominated party, he had positioned himself to bridge some of Ghana's regional divisions.

"It's a victory for the rank and file of our great party and particularly for the grass root members. I am humbled and overwhelmed," he said in a speech after the results. "We know that the NPP is the only party that can transform Ghana. The NPP will enter 2024 united and energized."

A major cocoa and gold producer, Ghana also has oil and gas reserves. But its debt load has expanded and like other sub-Saharan African nations it has struggled with the economic fallout from the global pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ghana signed the deal with the IMF last year as the country sought to shore up its public finances and better manage growing debt and its local currency.

It recently reached agreement on the terms for a second payment of $600 million out of the $3-billion credit deal.

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caribbean now Jamaica Customs Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification: First English-Speaking Customs Administration to Attain Status Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) has received ISO 9001:2015 certification from the National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), making Jamaica Customs the first English-speaking Customs administration to receive the global stamp of approval, according to Jamaica Information Services.

With this accreditation, the trade, revenue, and border protection agency has proven that its quality management systems are in line with internationally recognised standards.

Commenting on the certification, CEO and Commissioner of Customs Velma Ricketts Walker, said the agency’s certification will strengthen the mandate of trade facilitation, stakeholders’ confidence, border protection initiatives, and the overall public image of the agency.

The Commissioner further noted that it “has been a journey of continuous learning and growth for the JCA, one that demanded improvement not only to decision-making strategies, procedures and processes, but also to the agency’s communication protocol and stakeholder relationship management.”

Sean Barrow, ISO project director, highlighted the importance of the recent certification within Jamaica Customs’ operations.

“Subscribing to the principles of ISO will allow Customs to morph into a more customer-centric and resilient organization to augment its contribution to Jamaica’s safety, security and economic stability and competitiveness,” he explained.

With the ISO certification, Barrow explained that it will further streamline and standardize JCA’s processes and procedures to meet international standards, which will in turn minimize transaction costs for businesses and investors.

Barrow noted that Jamaica Customs continues to seek ways to improve its processes and procedures that will ultimately result in its customers receiving quality service delivery that is consistent with international standards and best practices.

The JCA cleared all the hurdles of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification process by successfully undergoing the two-stage certification audit conducted by the NCBJ. WI

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November 2023 Message from Department of Aging and Community Living DIRECTOR CHARON P.W. HINES

It is a time where we can all raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers. We are proud to share that one of DACL’s grantees, DCCI, is supporting this mission. The DC Caregivers Institute (DCCI) provides support for caregivers through the two following programs: Caregivers Support Group and DCCI Educational Webinars.

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Dear Seniors, As we step into November, we are greeted by a season of change.

The leaves that were once green, now paint our city in vibrant autumn hues. The clocks will fall back, ending daylight savings time, and ushering in standard time, and the temperature change will mark the progression of a new season on the horizon.

Although the world around us is ever-changing, one thing around us remains the same – the opportunity to embrace gratitude daily and the appreciation of our loved ones.

This November, we celebrate National Caregivers Family Month, a month designed to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country.

DC Caregivers Institute (DCCI) provides monthly support groups for caregivers enrolled in the Institute. The goal of the group is to enhance caregivers’ coping skills, through mutual support and information sharing. It provides a space to virtually gather with a group of people facing common caregiving issues to share what’s troubling them. Through the sharing of experiences, DCCI is able to offer support, encouragement, and comfort to others, and receive the same. The support group schedule is below:

DCCI offers monthly educational webinars, which cover a variety of valuable topics, these webinars are open to everyone. Topics can include “Learning Stress Reduction Techniques” to “Safe at Home Program and Safe Transfer Techniques with appropriate equipment”. Knowing what to expect can help caregivers feel more in control and better able to plan.

THE WEBINAR SCHEDULE FOR NOVEMBER IS BELOW:

When: November 15, 2023 Time: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm /Virtually Zoom Information: Meeting ID: 896 9478 6432 Passcode: 257331

It is a time where we can all raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers.

Topic: Emergency Preparedness for Seniors Janel Doughten, Associate Director Center for Senior Services B’nai B’rith International For any questions on how to take advantage of these services, please contact DC Caregivers Institute to find out more about all our programs and services at (202) 464-1513.

Let’s embrace this season of change and gratitude. We can do this by continuing to make connections with our loved ones or even helping those in need. I hope the month of November is an amazing start to your new season of change and gratitude.

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HEALTH Navigating Caregiving for Alzheimer’s Patients

Family Caregivers Need Support Too

By Lindiwe Vilakazi WI Staff Writer November marks the celebration for both National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and Family Caregivers. While people with Alzheimer's suffer a difficult journey of their own, many Alzheimer's caregivers in the United States often face a host of mental and emotional stressors while caring for their loved ones who are battling the degenerative brain disease.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 59% of Alzheimer’s caregivers have reported their level of emotional stress as high or very high, while 35% report declining health due to caregiving responsibilities.

“Caregivers who experience burnout put their health at risk and compromise their ability to care for someone else. As hard as

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it may be, caregivers need to make their health and well-being an equal priority,” said Beth Kallmyer, vice president, care and support, from the Alzheimer’s Association.

Oftentimes, the dynamics behind caregiving for family members require a greater investment of time, energy, and around-theclock planning than a professionally paid caregiver working under the limitations of a home care agency. The tiring role of family caregivers is often overlooked by familial communities and the healthcare profession alike.

The various symptoms of psychological distress including anger at the person with Alzheimer’s and frustration at their lack of self-autonomy, denial about how the disease affects the family member who has been diagnosed, depression, and anxiety regarding the future that lies ahead, are just a

5 November marks National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and Family Caregivers Months. While caregiving takes major dedication in any instance, caring for Alzheimer’s patients can particularly present unique challenges. (Courtesy Photo)

few stressors associated with taking care of a family member, often causing some degree of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for the caregiver.

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Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe, dean and professor of social work at Howard University, has extensive expertise and research interests in caregiving in the African-American community and social isolation.

Crewe still recalls having to manage levels of emotional stress and anger while caring for her late mother diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, learning not to internalize her mother’s arbitrary accusations or behavior, but rather understand the ailments of the brain disease and how it affects the individual.

“It’s the disease that you are angry with, not the person. I would see glimpses of my mother and I would say ‘Oh, that’s my girl,’ and then there would be times that I knew I would not recognize her as the person I knew her to be,” Crewe explained.

It serves as no surprise that within formal and informal settings, the American Psychological Association reports that women make up the majority of caregivers at roughly 53 to 68 percent. Families are typically prone to expecting women to step in as the nurturing

caregiver for an ill family member, often causing females to experience mental distress at greater rates than their male counterparts.

But sometimes, even the men feel the pressure, too. Male Caregiver, Ty Williams, 35, works as a certified nursing assistant caregiver in various homes across the Prince George’s County area. Williams recounted many experiences taking care of Alzheimer’s patients with children living overseas or out-of-state, leaving the patient to heavily rely on him for long hours throughout the day.

“The load depends on how a patient is feeling that particular day.

They respond differently depending on their mobility, too,” Williams told The Informer. “Some of them are on bed rest, which usually makes them more irritable when they can't get up and do things for themselves. They are stressed because they can't freely do what they want to do.”

While carrying the mental and at times physical weight of responsibilities managing an Alzheimer’s patient for a living, Williams knows about the double shift of caregiving outside of work. He would come home to an elderly grandmother simultaneously battling dementia. While he loved his grandmother dearly, he shared that sometimes the weight was quite stressful to manage on his own.

“Sometimes it would be frustrating because I already have to deal with the responsibilities of caring for an Alzheimer’s patient at my job. Once I got home, it would just be expected of me to

take after my grandmother with little support from my other cousins around to share the responsibility,” Williams said. “Of course, I loved to be there with her, but I could have really used some help. I could handle the in-house things, but having someone handle the outside errands like groceries, picking up her medication, things like that would have been a great help to me.”

Crewe emphasized the importance of families properly delegating the weight of responsibilities before caregivers find themselves on the brink of a mental overload.

She said she encourages caregivers to approach the topic by gently expressing the help they may need. Crewe also suggested that caregivers avoid constant complaints about what they have to do and what others do not do, to not isolate themselves and possibly their loved ones with the constant objection.

Finding ways to include the other members of the family rather than criticize them can make all the difference in organizing the support you may need.

“Involve the family. You have to allow them to step up,” said Crewe. “We don’t all have the same gifts. My gift may be that I can work with a person with dementia. Someone else’s gift may be to help pay for the care. That’s no lesser gift. Sometimes we place the resources on a hierarchical matter, but it takes the whole group. Be willing to share the burden and the responsibility.”

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The New House Speaker Doesn’t Believe in Climate Change

By Willie Blackmore Word In Black In 2016, the year new Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson was first elected to Congress, there was major flooding across Louisiana in what was then called the worst natural disaster since Superstorm Sandy. While much of the high water was in southeastern Louisiana, there was also flooding on the Red River in Shreveport, in the northwest part of the state — the area Johnson represents.

There are structural reasons why the flooding happened: years of built-up

silt in riverbeds that make water levels higher, and the commercial and residential development of formerly industrial urban waterfronts like Shreveport’s.

But those small changes are only compounded by the biggest difference in Louisiana and elsewhere across the country, where rivers are cresting higher and more often due to record-breaking storms: climate change.

Johnson, who is now third in line to the Presidency, simply does not believe in climate change.

And Black Americans, who are on the frontlines of the climate crisis, have the most to lose from further delays to

5 Speaker Mike Johnson delivers remarks following his election. (Courtesy Photo/ Wikimedia Commons, Office of Speaker Mike Johnson

the kind of comprehensive climate legislation the country needs, and Johnson is sure to block — including in majority-Black Shreveport.

“The climate is changing, but the question is, is it being caused by natural cycles over the span of the Earth’s history? Or is it changing because we drive S.U.V.s? I don’t believe in the latter.

I don’t think that’s the primary driver,” Johnson said at a 2017 town hall.

Meanwhile, the oil and gas industry contributes the most money to John-

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When the Green New Deal was introduced in Congress by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in 2019, Johnson called the plan “a thinly veiled attempt to implement the policies that would usher in a new socialist society in America.”

Which, even if that may actually be the case, does not bode for the future of climate policy in the United States while he’s able to set Congress’s agenda.

A former oil town in the northwestern part of the state, Shreveport is where Johnson was born, and is the main population center of his largely rural district. The red line map for Shreveport from the 1930s does not include many of the current waterfront neighborhoods, as they were industrial at the time, but the few residential areas that did touch the river were all redlined.

One area that sits just above the confluence of the Red River and a tributary, includes the note, “the section is in what is known as the river bottoms” — in other words, low-lying, flood-prone land.

Today, census records show that area, as well as nearly all of the city’s waterfront neighborhoods, are predominantly Black.

When heavy rains from Hurricane Harvey once again sent the Red River over its banks in 2017, Johnson told The Daily Advertiser, “The scope of this disaster, they’re saying now, will be likely unprecedented.’’

It’s a word that gets thrown around a

lot in response to natural disasters, unprecedented, and for good reason.

It’s not just a matter of opinion but of established climate science that we have already entered into an “uncharted” phase of climate change, and we’re here as a result of human-related carbon emissions. But if you can connect all of the unprecedented floods to a common cause (or refuse to do so), then there’s no necessity for a systemic solution.

In the case of Harvey flooding, the fiscally conservative Johnson told The Daily Advertiser that the government should have limited roles, “but among those limited roles is a disaster exactly like this,” and that federal money should be made available to communities like Shreveport.

But what about the ongoing disaster of the climate crisis?

In 2020, Lousisana’s then-governor, John Bel Edwards, noted that “The 2016 floods were a devastating reminder that Louisiana’s historical approach to managing flood risk no longer works.”

At the time, Bel Edwards was announcing $6.6 million in federal funding for flood-protection projects in Shreveport and the surrounding Caddo Parish.

But the first piece of legislation the Republican-dominated Congress passed under Johnson’s leadership scaled back federal efforts to reduce carbon emissions and fight climate change.

In Johnson’s first week on the job, Republican-backed legislation slashed $5.5. billion from climate-related programs in the Inflation Reduction Act. The cuts targeted energy efficiency incentives for appliances and support for greener building codes and chopped funding for the Energy Department’s energy efficiency and renewable energy office.

“House Republicans electing a champion of the fossil fuel industry who rejects climate science and led efforts to undermine our democracy in working to overturn the 2020 election should surprise no one,” Sierra Club Executive Director Ben Jealous said in a statement. “It should concern us all that someone with such extreme views and so beholden to the fossil fuel industry has such power and influence during a time when bold action is more critical than ever.”

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Ward 5 Councilmember Announces Bill to Address Pollution Hotspots

By Kayla Benjamin WI Climate & Environment Reporter Standing in front of National Engineering Products, a chemical facility that shares a wall with an Ivy City family’s home, Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker (D) announced that he was introducing legislation that would increase scrutiny of the factory and similar small polluters across the District.

“The District has concentrated many sources of pollution in communities where residents are already struggling to make ends meet,” Parker said at a press event Monday morning. “They're already facing and suffering from preexisting health conditions; they're exposed to hostile built environments and high concentrations [of pollution] where there are fewer resources to push back

against harmful land use, and where communities are resilient but vulnerable.”

If passed, the Environmental Justice Amendment Act of 2023 would require an official Cumulative Impact Statement whenever polluting facilities seek to obtain or renew a permit within communities facing high pollution burdens. The legislation would apply to a wide range of facilities, including waste transfer stations, concrete plants and scrap metal operations, among other things.

All government agencies granting permits or licenses would need to consider these facilities’ impacts within the context of the other pollution sources in the area.

The 18-page bill would also create a new energy and environmental justice office within the D.C. Department of Energy and the Environment. The agency would be required to utilize the Center

for Disease Control’s Environmental Justice Index, a mapping tool that analyzes 36 environmental, social and health factors at the census tract level.

Parker’s bill defines an “overburdened community” as any census block group in the top quarter in the CDC’s index, or in the second-highest quarter but next to a community in the highest quarter.

That definition includes every single census tract in Wards 7 and 8, as well as nearly all of Ward 5 and a significant piece of Ward 4.

About half of all the District’s land zones for industrial use sits in Ward 5. Often, there is little or no buffer between industry and residential neighborhoods.

“The [Fort Totten waste] transfer station has a wild smell—when company comes, you can smell the fumes, you can smell the stench, and it’s just a nightmare,” Sharon Edwards, a 25-year Brentwood

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5 Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker announced his introduction of new environmental justice legislation on Monday in Ivy City, a neighborhood facing numerous sources of pollution — including from the many large diesel-powered vehicles that pass by daily. (Robert R. Roberts / The Washington Informer)

resident, said in remarks at the announcement.

Councilmember At-large Kenyan McDuffie (I), who previously represented Ward 5, also spoke.

He and Councilmember Christina Henderson (I-At-Large) co-introduced the bill.

Parker said he hopes to have a hearing on the bill, which will go

to the Committee on Transportation and the Environment, within the next month.

In an interview, Rhodes said she was “very confident” that lawmakers would get the legislation over the finish line.

“If they don’t allow this bill to pass, then that means that they’re a part of the problem,” she said. WI

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EDUCATION New Program Intended to Expand College Access Nearly 500 D.C. Middle Schoolers in Line for Scholarships, Mentoring

By Sam P.K. Collins WI Staff Writer A new U.S. Department of Education grant will provide nearly 500 middle school students in Wards 7 and 8 with a bevy of college readiness resources and more than $20,000 in scholarships.

Through Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP), these students, spread across eight District public and public charter schools, will connect with college and career readiness coaches for academic and socioemotional support throughout middle and high school.

GEAR UP, valued at $21 million, will also sponsor college tours, enrichment activities, and interactive workshops that expose parents and families to postsecondary options, preparedness and financing. The program represents a partnership between the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) and the DC College Access Program.

Katreena Shelby, principal of Kramer Middle School in Southeast and first-generation college graduate, called GEAR UP a great opportunity to expand ongoing efforts to help students pursue a college education.

Kramer students recently visited University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and Delaware State University in Dover, Delaware. Shelby said that trip inspired questions about how to raise grade point averages and become more attractive to college admissions officers.

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Howard University in Northwest, Bowie State University, University of Maryland College Park, and Morgan State University in Baltimore.

Shelby told The Informer that, with GEAR UP, more students can go on college tours. She also said that Kramer administrators would be better able to engage parents in difficult, but necessary, conversations about how their children can secure a college education without accruing debt.

“This will be a game changer,” said Shelby, an alumna of Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi. “It’s not just about whether students heard about college. It’s about being able to show them a pathway [to college] as early as fifth grade. We’re going to see a lot of retention with students who benefit from this grant. It’s pivotal for parents who aren’t college graduates.”

A NATIONAL QUESTION OF HOW TO DIVERSIFY COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

Other District schools participating in GEAR UP are: Excel Academy, Hart Middle School, Johnson Middle School, Friendship Public Charter School Southeast Middle School, Kelly Miller Middle School, Sousa Middle School, and Friendship Public Charter School Blow-Pierce Middle School in Northeast.

GEAR UP comes to D.C. schools just months after the U..S. Department of Education hosted the National Summit on Equal Opportunity in Higher Education.

During the July summit, Biden-Harris administration officials and college administrators discussed how to expand access to higher education in the aftermath of a Supreme

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Court ruling that ended race consciousness in college admissions. Participants listened to panel discussions that explored how to increase access to grants, ease transfer from community colleges to four-year postsecondary institutions, and better connect colleges to K-12 students in underserved communities.

Throughout the morning and early afternoon of July 26, Gary S. May, chancellor of University of California, Davis, explained how he diversified his student body after California abolished public sector affirmative action in the 1990s. Patricia McGuire, president of Trinity Washington University in Northeast, also delved into how she engaged D.C. high school students and graduates via dual-enrollment and a collaboration with Generation Hope, a nonprofit that helps teen parents navigate college.

In his keynote address, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona encouraged post-secondary institutions to foster a “culture of belonging” by defraying tuition costs for students representing historically marginalized communities. He alluded to future summits dedicated to bridging the gap between colleges and K-12 institutions at the state and local levels.

This year, the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) released its report, titled “The Most Important Door That Will Ever Open,” showing how college recruitment practices hinder diversity efforts.

Practices cited in IHEP’s report include heavy recruitment of students from wealthy communities, legacy admissions, early decision and early action deadlines, and “demonstration

of interest” policies that disadvantage students without the resources for campus visits.

Mamie Voight, IHEP president and CEO, said it's on post-secondary institutions to increase their outreach to low-income communities, especially after affirmative action’s abolishment.

"If colleges are spending a lot of their resources recruiting in high-income neighborhoods, they can shift that to low-income communities and communities with first-generation students,” Voight told The Informer.

“When you think about legacy admissions, some of those institutions provide legacy students with perks like special interviews throughout the admissions process, special lunches or instate tuition to legacy students who live out of state,” Voight added. “Those institutions could recoup those costs and put it toward needs-based financial aid."

ENSURING STUDENTS GO TO, AND COMPLETE, COLLEGE

In October, National Student Clearinghouse confirmed that college enrollment increased for the first time since the pandemic, despite a decline in freshmen.

Community colleges accounted for nearly 60% of enrollment this fall.

However, it remains to be seen how many of those young people will successfully matriculate.

In 2020, OSSE reported that nearly 53% of 2020 high school graduates enrolled in a college or university within six months of their graduation.

By 2021, that rate declined to 51% .

Black students experienced a decline

of 3% within that time period.

In its March 2023 report, D.C. Policy Center criticized OSSE’s collection of post graduation data, saying that more information about who’s completing their postsecondary education and where could help improve college and career outcomes.

According to the report, less than 10% of D.C. high school graduates will acquire a bachelor’s degree within six years of graduating.

An OSSE spokesperson cited data on its School Report Card that includes details about college enrollment among DCPS graduates, as well as information collected via the DC Tuition Assistance Grant scholarship.

A report released by the agency this year reviewed the progress of D.C. high school graduates toward college credentials over the course of a decade.

Gregory Spears, principal at Friendship Public Charter School Blow Pierce Middle School, told The Informer that GEAR UP will push his campus further along in its mission to prepare students for high school and ultimately college.

Spears said that, for years, he and teachers at Blow Pierce Middle School have met that goal by encouraging a supportive, rigorous classroom environment that prepares students for Friendship Collegiate Academy or Friendship Technology Preparatory High School, should they choose to go to either campus.

Spears reflected on instances when students, under the direction of staff members, learned about college life beyond academics. Last school year, teachers, many of whom are HBCU alumni, represented their Divine Nine organizations during Black History Month. Students also met Georgetown University volleyball players.

With the promise of scholarship dollars, the GEAR UP program could encourage more parental buy-in as staff members expose students to the idea of college, Spears told The Informer.

“We want to provide opportunities and we want students’ lives to take them places. The GEAR UP grant will be able to help them do that,” Spears said.

“This will open the door to pursue these conversations with parents. We [currently] have conversations about what we’re doing now and how we can set up students for sixth, seventh and eighth grades. This allows us to expand our scope and widen the gaze of our possibilities.”

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Howard University Inaugurates Dr. Ben Vinson III as 18th President

By Gregory L. Coleman Howard University Student Howard University wrapped up its Inauguration Week with the official Inauguration Ceremony for the institution’s 18th President, Dr. Ben Vinson III. Diving into his role as leader of the institution, Vinson III was celebrated for his visionary leadership and dedication to bringing people together.

“He is a community builder. He listens carefully and seeks to info more frequently before coming to a decision. He is someone who takes care of his people, and fosters connections while doing the hard work of leading.” said Dr. Suzanne M. Rivera, president of Macalester College. Rivera was part of the committee that selected Vinson to take the reins as president of Howard University.

In addition to Rivera, academ-

ic and political leaders such as Dr. Laurence C. Morse, chair of the Howard University Board of Trustees, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, former Howard University President Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick and Howard University alumnus and celebrated actor Anthony Anderson offered words of encouragement to the new President.

Dr. Bernard Richardson, dean of Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel, offered the Benediction and prayers to Vinson III, while the music of the day was played by the Howard University Concert Band led and directed by Michael Fitzhugh, a two-time Howard alumnus, band director, and music educator.

The Howard University Concert Chorale brought beautiful melodies, led by educator Dr. Eric Poole.

Vinson III is already diving in

headfirst as a Bison.

Since coming to Howard from his former role as provost and vice president at Case Western University, Vinson III has grown to the liking of many Howard activities and remained a consistent presence at Howard University sporting events. He was spotted at football games such as the “Truth and Service Classic,” Howard versus Northwestern University, and the university’s homecoming game against Norfolk State University.

The new president offered high praise for the Howard University SHOWTIME Marching Band.

“At halftime, our SHOWTIME Band showed up and showed out against Northwestern’s band. We won that,” exclaimed Vinson III, which was met with an array of applause from the audience. In addition to showing off his school spirit, Vinson III also shared a

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5 In celebration of Inauguration Week, the new President of Howard University, Ben Vinson III, Ph.D., spoke to an interdisciplinary group of faculty who shared their knowledge about Howard’s impact to Africa and those who represent the African diaspora. (Courtesy Photo/Yannick Rice Lamb)

larger message about the university’s longtime reputation.

“Where Howard goes, legacy follows,” said the new president.

“Wherever we show up, what we stand for, and what we have rep-

resented for years, opens opportunities to begin necessary conversations, new conversations and maybe even to engage in a little bit of social healing.”

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EDITORIAL

D.C. Council Needs to Pass Child Tax Credit Bill The District has long been known as having large numbers of Black children living in poverty and the city must take steps to address this problem.

DC Kids Count reports that approximately 21,000 District children lived in families with incomes below the poverty line in 2022— down from 29,000 in 2012, but a high number, nonetheless. Roughly nine out of 10 children living in poverty in the District are Black, the organization reports.

There is a racial poverty disparity in the city, with nearly 40% of the young people in the predominantly Black Wards 7 and 8 classified as poor, while in the majority White Ward 3 it is just 2%.

Child poverty in the District, at 22.8%, is higher than the national figure of 17%.

One of the tools used to fight child poverty on the national level was the child tax credit. The child tax credit, as a part of the Biden administration’s “American Rescue Plan,” has been credited for helping families financially during the economic slump that occurred during the more active phases of the coronavirus pandemic a few years ago. The national child tax credit helped reduce youth poverty to the lowest level on record; decreased food insufficiency; increased families ability to meet basic needs; and had no discernable negative effects on parents getting jobs. While the national child tax credit’s fate lies in the balance due to congressional inaction, that need not be the case in the District.

D.C. Council member Zachary Parker (D-Ward 5) has a bill that would implement a child tax credit in the city on a permanent basis. The D.C. Council should pass this bill.

Parker’s legislation would have the tax credit go into effect at the beginning of tax year 2026. It would provide a refundable credit up to $500 a year (for three children) to low-and-middle income individuals making less than $120,000 and joint filers earning less than $175,000.

There is a gradual phasedown of the tax credit for individuals starting at $100,000 and $145,000 for joint filers.

With statistics, the council needs to get serious about tackling child poverty in the city and Parker’s bill is a good first step. WI

Biden Should Posthumously Honor Medgar Evers with Presidential Medal of Freedom On Nov. 4, The Washington Informer reported in an online article, that Mississippi Congressional leaders are calling on President Joe Biden to bestow Medgar Evers, posthumously, with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Evers, assassinated in June 1963, was a civil rights activist and the NAACP’s first field officer in Mississippi, a post he started in 1954. A decorated veteran and college-educated leader, Evers was dedicated to combating Jim Crow laws and was critical to forming local NAACP chapters in Mississippi, organizing voter registration drives, and famously fought, alongside others, to enroll James Meredith into the University of Mississippi in the 1960s.

The Informer reported, Evers was holding NAACP T-shirts featuring the slogan “Jim Crow Must Go,” when he was shot in the back upon entering his driveway on June 12, 1963. His murderer was Byron De La Beckwith, a member of the local White Citizens Council and Ku Klux Klan.

Evers was assassinated only a few hours after President John F. Kennedy delivered a televised address in support of civil rights, which reportedly sent shockwaves throughout the country.

Ironically, President Kennedy, who was assassinated five months after Evers on November 22, 1963, established the Presidential Medal of Freedom in February 1963. It seems fitting that the Mississippi activist receive this prestigious civilian honor, created by the president who publicly championed the same cause for which he died.

Kennedy, himself, received a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom the year he was killed.

Evers, who was husband to Myrlie Evers and a father of three, should too.

Along with the comparable Congressional Gold Medal, the President Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The honors differ only in that the president personally awards honorees with the Medal of Freedom, while Congressional Gold Medal recipients are awarded by an act of Congress (though presidents are still able to physically bestow awards to honorees).

According to NIH, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is awarded to an individual who has made “‘an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.’”

Fighting on the frontlines in the battle for civil rights and justice in the United States, Evers, a visionary and brave activist, husband and father, is a perfect candidate for a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom. WI

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TO THE EDITOR Just Due

Congrats, Washington Informer, on the 2023 DC Black MBA Legacy Award. A well-deserved honor!

Heath P. Moore Washington, D.C.

Hip-Hop’s Underground Thrives

I enjoyed the story on Paco Panama in last week’s edition written by Milaka Saddler. I always heard that D.C. has a thriving underground music scene, and it’s nice to keep up with the movers and shakers who don’t get coverage in traditional media outlets. Keep up the work!

Phil Ingram Washington, D.C.

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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnists

Kendrick Meek and Michael Nutter

Renewables and Natural Gas Together Can Help Us Fight Climate Change

We all know the responsibility we have as a nation to tackle one of the most important challenges before us: Addressing the impacts of climate change. And even though our communities are on the front lines of this challenge, most solutions leave out the authentic needs and values of the most impacted.

As policymakers look to cut emissions while ensuring Amer-

icans can heat their homes, turn their lights on, and charge their cellphones, Black and low-income Americans are already unfairly shouldering the burden of rising energy costs.

We cannot stand by and watch conditions worsen, nor can we leave the actual, immediate needs of our communities behind. All of us have an obligation to ensure that no people are marginalized as we build the clean energy economy of tomorrow.

Investing in more renewables is

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one part of the answer. But pursuing renewable energy sources alone, without considering the price tag or timeline to expand America’s power grid by 60 percent, will come at the expense of millions of working-class Americans. We must be practical. That’s why natural gas partnered with renewables is the most immediate, affordable, and accessible way forward to protect energy bills and reduce carbon emissions.

We also understand that to some, natural gas may not be the

most popular answer. But the alternative would be to continue to haphazardly implement intermittent renewable energy only for those who can afford it, risk unreliable service, and fall back on higher emitting coal and heating oil to keep the lights on when sun or wind power is unavailable.

The reality is that 25 percent of American households are energy-burdened. And like most things, energy insecurity impacts physical health as well as economic well-being, which in turn dis-

proportionately hurts Black and Brown households.

While many have argued that wholesale change to our energy infrastructure is the only solution to address climate change, the facts paint a different picture. Until renewables are built at scale and become more affordable, they will continue to be out of reach for our most vulnerable communities.

Consider the impact of solar power, which supposedly provides

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Norvell "Van" Coots, M.D

Our Need to Be Tough and Resilient

As a retired Brigadier General, I have dedicated my career to service above self, truly living the mission of Holy Cross Health’s founding congregation, the Sisters of the Holy Cross, to serve vulnerable uninsured and underinsured patients. Montgomery County, where Holy Cross Health is based, is the most racially, ethnically, and socio-economically diverse county in the state.

Many of the patients we serve live with low incomes and experience the impact of poverty, which is why Holy Cross Health receives discounts on medicine from pharmaceutical manufacturers through a federal initiative known as the "340B drug discount program."

Holy Cross Health is the only health system in Montgomery County to operate its own safety-net health centers, providing comprehensive primary care to approximately 10,000 low-income, uninsured individuals each year. These patients have access

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to specialty and behavioral health care, medications, assistance with social needs and case management. We provide free and reduced-cost health education to community members to help prevent or manage chronic conditions such as diabetes. We offer a Medical Adult Day Center program offering a safe, medically supervised day program for adults with dementia or developmental disabilities. And we engage in the community to mitigate the effects of social influences of health such as food and housing insecurity.

Holy Cross Health offers com-

prehensive, community-focused care essential to meet the diverse needs of those who have entrusted us with their well-being. Our services span the life cycle, from birth to end of life care, and are responsive to our community’s need for preventive, acute and chronic care. These discounts generate critical savings for our Ministry, allowing us to invest in meeting the care, programmatic, social, and service needs for the communities we serve. Achieving health care equity requires engaging with our community to break down barriers to high-quality, accessible, and

comprehensive care.

Beyond that, for over 60 years ago, Holy Cross Health has grown to become a two-hospital regional health system with specialties in perinatal, cancer and neuroscience care and a network of 10 community-based care sites including physician practices, a cancer center, and outpatient dialysis.

During the last five years, Holy Cross Health has provided more than $287 million in community benefit, including more than $174 million in finan-

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David W. MarshallCross Health, Maryland

Coach Tommy Tuberville

He prefers to be called "coach" despite being the senior U.S. Senator for Alabama. Even on his official Senate website, he is called "Coach Tommy Tuberville."

Tommy Tuberville spent most of his professional career as a college football coach with stints at the University of Mississippi, Auburn University, and then the Universi-

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ty of Cincinnati. He most notably spent 10 years at Auburn, where he compiled an overall record of 85-40, including a 13-0 season in 2004. During the undefeated season, the Auburn Tigers finished No. 2 in the nation while winning the SEC title for the first time in 15 years. The SEC is distinctive in college football with its passionate fan base throughout the South.

An undefeated season in the SEC can easily propel a coach to idol status in the eyes of loyal fans. Tiger fans are well known for

their deep-seated investment and devotion to the orange and blue.

But fans can become fickle when the tide turns and the losing sets in. Amid losing, the one-time hero becomes the scapegoat. During the 2008 football season, the Tigers were routed 36-0 by in-state rival Alabama, thus ending the season with a 5-7 record. Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide officially became the football kings in Alabama, and it was time for Auburn and Tuberville to part ways.

Those deeply familiar with Au-

burn football would agree that the school's decision to move on from Tommy Tuberville was the right move to make. Fast forward, those who care deeply about our nation and are wary of the MAGA agenda saw Tuberville's Senate election as politically dangerous. More so than having six more years of Jeff Sessions. Today, the Trump-endorsed "coach" is the sole member of the U.S. Senate who continues to wreak havoc with our nation's armed forces readiness at a time of global chaos. When Tuberville de-

feated Democrat incumbent Sen. Doug Jones, he had no prior legislative experience, nor did he hold any elected office.

The same is true of Sens. Raphael Warnock of Georgia and Mark Kelly of Arizona, but both men have since served the Senate with competence and integrity. While Tuberville's ethics and qualifications are in question, the SEC football fans in the Alabama electorate may see the former iconic

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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnist

Dr. E. Faye Williams, Esq. (Ret.)

Mother's Day is Every Day!

For nearly 20 years, I worked almost exclusively for women and their families which means I spent my time working for our entire community, including the men in our lives. Many women do as much as I do or more. Yet we're not always the first to be mentioned as worthy of honor on a regular basis. Often men come to be rightly celebrated for their achievements,

but with no mention of the role mothers play in helping them to become who they are.

When we come to Women's History Month, many people forget the need to celebrate them. Yet, all year there seems to be, as Dick Gregory would say, goo gobs of men celebrated. There's Dr. Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and former presidents, (I won't name them because some deserve no recognition!). There's not a single woman celebrated annually with a federal holiday. Some of us have proposed one for Mother Rosa

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Parks and we should all want to make that happen!

While we're working to make just one woman have the honor of a federal holiday, why don't we celebrate our own mothers on their birthday? I'm starting with mine who made her transition a little over two years ago. Her name is Frances LaCour Williams and her 101st birthday is Nov. 10.

My family and I will celebrate her birthday, and we urge you to remember your mother by celebrating hers. Just think of how many times at least one woman will be

celebrated every day!

We don't have to wait for Congress to act to give us just one day of celebrating women, nor do we have to wait for the nationally declared Mother's Day that was made to happen on a Sunday so that we get no holiday as we have on so many other occasions that just happen to be all males. I want more celebrations of those who are our mothers. On our mother's birthday, we can start learning more about women while starting with our own. There are so many women who've accomplished so

much, but their stories are never told. We can tell those stories for them, and the world will be better for knowing them.

A male friend often says, "If you want to get a job done, give it to a woman; if you really want to get it done well, give it to a Black woman." Let's invite our brothers to be a part of this celebration of their mothers, too.

Many of us believe as Dr. George W. Carver did when he said, "It's not the kind of clothing we wear,

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Marc H. Morial

Richard Roundtree's Career Helped Reshape Perceptions of Black Americans the truth of the matter." — Richard Roundtree

"I was acutely aware of when I would go into department stores and feel the shadow of being followed. And then I'd be recognized, and all of a sudden it would turn. I thought, 'Oh man, there it is.' I was acutely aware of that turn. If I were not the actor who played John Shaft, I would be trailed to the dressing room, monitored, or stripped. That's

A 1972 profile of Richard Roundtree, a year after the release of "Shaft" rocketed him to fame, called him "a 29‐year‐old former football player-turned-fashion model‐turned-actor."

Roundtree, who passed away last week at the age of 81, had intended to make football his career.

A standout high school football player in his hometown of New Rochelle, New York, he won a

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scholarship to play at Southern Illinois University. On the field, he said, he became addicted to applause.

A concussion on the field, however, prompted him to consider other ways to feed his habit.

So he was quick to accept when Eunice Johnson, the wife of Ebony magazine founder John H. Johnson, offered him the opportunity to model for the magazine's Fashion Fair series. As the model for Duke hair care products, his face — if not his name — soon became

familiar in Black households who knew him as "The Duke Man." His success as a model gave him entrée to the newly-launched Negro Ensemble Company, where he starred as a fictionalized version of the boxer Jack Johnson in an early production of "The Great White Hope."

When he arrived at his audition for "Shaft" director Gordon Parks, Parks showed him a tearsheet of an ad depicting the look he wanted for the title character. The model in the ad was Roundtree.

While "Shaft" is among the best-known and most enduring example of the genre that became known as "Blaxploitation," Roundtree himself rejected the term.

"I've always viewed that as a negative. Exploitation. Who's being exploited?" he said in 2019.

"But it gave a lot of people work.

It gave a lot of people entree into the business, including a lot of our present-day producers and direc-

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Ben Jealous

Making Connections That Can Help Save the Planet

If we're going to realize the climate benefits of historic federal support for clean energy and jobs approved in the past two years, connections are the key. And I'm not just talking about electrifying homes and buildings.

We need to connect people to the benefits spread throughout the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act

(IRA) and the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Act. We do that by connecting people to others in the communities where they live and with the individuals, local units of government, and non-profits who can help them take advantage of a lengthy list of tax credits and rebates for everything from electric cars to more energy efficient windows and doors.

The need is clear. Seven in 10 Americans say they know little or nothing about the IRA by name.

The same is true for specific parts

of the package like tax credits for home solar panels and heat pumps.

Bobby Foley of Elephant Energy, a climate tech start-up in Colorado, sees the information gaps and hears the questions up close.

“We are on the ground, scoping out a heat pump with homeowners and installing it.”

Foley can help that homeowner use rebates from a local utility and the city of Denver, alongside state and federal tax credits, to cut the cost on a new $20,000 electric heat pump to heat and cool their

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homes by more than half. He can install heat pumps in homes without ducts and in places where temperatures drop below zero. The result is far less carbon and 300% greater energy efficiency than a furnace and air conditioner at substantially lower monthly cost to the customer, he said.

But the people Foley meets already know enough to at least inquire. There are more than 100 programs scattered through the $370 billion in the IRA that aim to assist individuals, businesses,

and state and local governments.

Projections show that if we can use all that money thoughtfully and equitably, we can cut greenhouse gas emissions by 40%.

There's a good deal of evidence to show that people need help to connect. The National Council on Aging, for example, estimates seniors leave $30 billion of potential government assistance for food, housing, and health care unclaimed. There's often a lack

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Veteran Harvey Pratt (Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma), designer of the National Native American Veterans Memorial, will discuss the memorial's design with curator Rebecca Trautmann. The talk precedes a film screening, "Why We Serve: Native Americans in the U.S. Armed Forces," available on the museum's second floor, and online. The Kiowa Black Leggings Warrior Society will initiate a wreath-laying event, followed by the Memorial Flame lighting from 4:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. ET. Veterans can relish refreshments on the fourth floor from 10 a.m. to -5:30 p.m.

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Things To Do, DMV! Washington, DC, 20002

By Ra-Jah Kelly WI Contributing Writer Check out a handful of the many events happening in the DMV this weekend. To keep up with all the fun, don’t forget to check out the Washington Informer Calendar.

Keep your outlook vibrant and remember, there’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit-- and social life-- lit.

THURSDAY, NOV. 9

The Museum of Failure Time: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. | $17+ Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St,

First displayed in Sweden, the collection of more than 130 failures was originally conceived by psychologist and innovation researcher, Dr. Samuel West. He believes seeing these largerthan-life corporate imperfections will inspire visitors to innovate and not be afraid to fail.

With artifacts spanning from the 17th century right up to the present day highlights include the infamous New Coke, a bubbly blunder of the 1980s, and the 1958 Ford Edsel, a car that promised the moon but barely managed to roll out of the driveway.

Human Appeal's Comedy Takeover Time: 6 p.m. | 20+ Lisner Auditorium, 730 21 Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20037 Mosaic Theater: Confederates Time: 7 p.m. | $53 Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St, Washington, DC, 20002 Written by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Stori Ayers, “Confederates” is the story of Sara, an enslaved rebel turned Union spy, and Sandra, a tenured professor at a modern-day university.

Despite living 160 years apart, their parallel struggles unite them across time.

Already a MacArthur Fellow, and two-time Tony Award nominee Dominique Morisseau’s “Confederates" is being hailed by critics as “hard-hitting” and “edgy,” and is sure to earn her some future award nominations.

Following the performance Nicole Brewer of Anti-Racist Theatre will engage in a conversation about the powerful work.

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HBCU FIRST LOOK FILM FESTIVAL ‘Opening Night at the Movies’ Time: 6:30 p.m. | $30 (for 3 day general pass) National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), 1400 Constitution Ave. NW Washington, DC, 20560 The inaugural “HBCU First Look Film Festival” begins with "Opening Night at the Movies" at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). The night will feature the special screening of "Rustin," executive produced by Barack and Michelle Obama's Higher Ground Media. The film shines a light on Bayard Rustin, the key figure behind the 1963 March on Washington. The evening begins at 6:30pm with a pre-reception, followed

by a talkback after the screening.

The Howard University-hosted festival, takes place over three days and boasts sessions led by notable HBCU alumni, including Oscar-winning Ruth E. Carter and media giant Cathy Hughes. Other luminaries include Stephen "Dr." Love, Loni Love, and Emmy-winner Jawn Murray. The festival will wrap with "The Crossover: 50 Years of Hip Hop and Sports" presented by ESPN E60. Additionally, the HBCU First LOOK Film Challenge will highlight works from over 150 HBCU students from all over the country.

Ms. Pat - Ya Girl Done Made It - Late Show Time: 9:45 p.m. | $35+ The Howard Theatre, 620 T St NW, Washington, DC, 20001 These days to make it in the entertainment industry you have to be multi-talented. That’s why it’s no surprise to see the hilarious Patricia Williams, also known as Ms. Pat, who you might know from her Emmy-nominated self-titled TV show or her podcast “Patdown” gracing comedy stages across the country.

As of publishing, only tickets available were for her Friday night late show.

Hurry up for those tickets and guaranteed laughs!

SATURDAY, NOV. 11

​​ onoring Native Veterans H Time: 10 a.m. | Free National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St. and Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20560 On Veterans Day 2023, join the National Museum of the American Indian in saluting the military contributions of Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native Veterans.

Billed as “Halal entertainment” join Muslim comedy giants Guz Khan, Azeem Muhammad, Yasmin Elhady, Jeremy McLellan, and Vik Pandya for an important cause – Syria Homes Appeal. In the project, Human Appeal offered 1,000 newly built brick homes as housing for internally displaced families in Syria earlier this year..

SUNDAY, NOV. 12

Laugh Your Heart Out! Stand-up Comedy Benefit Time: 6:30 p.m. | $15 Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009 Unwind with a night of laughter while supporting the American Heart Association. The evening features a lineup of top comedians including Allan Sidley, known for his "dad jokes'' and viral stand-up special "Daddy Issues."

Robert Mac, a grand-prize winner from Comedy Central, delivers brainy humor, while Violet Gray mixes geeky and political laughs. Daphne London, from Central Pennsylvania, offers melodic comedy tunes. Dan Kapr, renowned for his absurdist one-liners and unique background, guarantees a bear-free experience. Enjoy comedy for a cause!

Rod Wave - Nostalgia Tour Time: 8 p.m. | $50+ Capital One Arena, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC, 20004 Rodarius Marcell Green, known professionally as Rod Wave, has made his own wave (pun intended) as a pioneer of "soul-trap". With almost 9 million monthly streams on Spotify it’s clear his music is more than a sub-genre these days. DMV native R&B Ari Lennox will open.

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Fashion, Dining, and Design Students Support Women Re-Entering the Workplace

By Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer When women re-enter the workforce, they sometimes struggle to have the right clothes to wear. That’s when Dress for Success Washington DC (DFSWDC) comes to the rescue. But what happens to the clothes that clients cannot wear? We will soon find

out when students from the Howard University Fashion Design Program feature their redesigned clothes in a fundraiser hosted by DFSWDC. “Sustained: Women • Lives • Fashion,” is an event where the audience will see how students have redesigned women’s clothes in the “Upcycled Fashion Show.” Following the fashion show, guests will

have an opportunity to purchase new and “pre-loved” designer fashion at unbeatable prices during a VIP Designer Sale.

The “Sustained” event is Nov. 10 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at DFSWDC headquarters at 1126 16th Street NW, Lower Level, Washington, DC. 20036.

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network of support and development tools that lead to economic independence,” said Susan Kyles, DFSWDC executive director. “Access to professional attire is a big part of the transition for women who want to be gainfully employed.”

In addition to the fashion show fundraiser, attendees will have a progressive dining experience

curated by “The Movable Feast Podcast” and “Cork Wine Bar and Market.” There will be an array of foods, wines, and other beverages from food purveyors such as Brooklands Finest, Buttercream Bakeshop, Caruso's Grocery, Cork Wine Bar & Market, Denizen’s, El Tamarindo, Hank's Oyster Bar, Little Blackbird, Medium Rare, Pizzeria Paradiso, Puddin’, Sababa, and other dining establishments.

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5 Courtney Cain is a student in the Howard University Fashion Design Program.

Her creation will be featured in the “Upcycled Fashion Show,” a fundraiser presented by Dress for Success Washington DC (DFSWDC) on Nov. 10.

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Before joining DGS, Hunter served as director of D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation. In that role, he managed a comprehensive recreation system that includes more than 1,000 employees, 104 recreation facilities, 930 acres of green space, more than 200 fields and playgrounds.

Since assuming the helm at DGS, Hunter has worked with Lewis George to improve the agency’s response to D.C. Public Schools, Department of Parks and Recreation and other client agencies. After a citywide tour of schools and recreation centers this past spring, Hunter and Lewis George developed a plan for repairs, with Hunter pledging to strengthen communication with client agencies.

Other DGS priorities, as explained

by Lewis George, who has oversight of DGS, include preventative maintenance of buildings, contractor accountability, and work order integrity.

During the Committee of the Whole’s Nov. 7 meeting however, D.C. Councilmember Christina Henderson (I-At large) cited concerns about a delayed dog park construction project in Ward 7. D.C. Councilmember Anita Bonds (D-At large) also raised questions about DGS’ maintenance of green space that surrounds certain facilities.

BRIAN J. HANLON, DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS

The D.C. Council unanimously approved Brian J. Hanlon’s nomination as director of D.C. Department of Buildings (DOB).

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Chef Elias Taddesse Revamps Melange Burger Restaurant Offers Affordable Gourmet

By Andrew S. Jacobson WI Contributing Writer Melange Burger, previously known for its upscale ambiance and complex burgers, has made a triumphant return to the city's culinary scene. The acclaimed burger joint has embraced a new identity as a smashburger haven under the thoughtful guidance of Chef Elias Taddesse.

Ethiopian-born and Frenchtrained, Chef Taddesse is a Michelin-starred culinary innovator and a two-time restaurateur, making him a rising star in the Washington restaurant scene. His unique perspective and wealth of experience are evident in the transformation of Melange Burger.

With its new smashburger style, Melange Burger distinguishes itself in a city saturated with traditional burger joints. The smaller, pressed-

down patties acquire a crispy, caramelized crust that delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite.

This nuanced attention to texture is a testament to Chef Taddesse's culinary prowess.

The transition from a full-service restaurant model to a carryout and delivery system has streamlined operations while maintaining the brand’s commitment to quality. True to its ethos, Melange Burger continues to bake its bread in-house, grind its meat on-site, and source ingredients locally.

The menu features a range of must-try items, with The McDowell (a play on “Coming to America” and Chef Taddesse’s take on a Big Mac) and The Oklahoma Onion burger taking center stage. Chef Taddesse adds his signature twist by topping the latter burger with green pickled tomatoes, a move that exempli-

fies his ability to elevate classic dishes with unique, unexpected elements.

However, the most impressive feat of Melange Burger's transformation is its ability to offer premium, dry-aged beef at a price point that is both accessible and competitive. With burgers priced under $10, Melange Burger delivers a gourmet experience without the gourmet price tag.

Just steps from Shaw Metro, Melange Burger stands as a testament to Chef Taddesse's innovative approach to fast food and his commitment to making high-quality meals accessible to a wider audience.

This is not just another burger joint; this is a culinary haven that has skillfully adapted to the demands of the modern food industry while preserving the spirit and integrity of the beloved Melange brand. WI

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Changing Roles Creates Many Themes in “Orlando”

By Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer

Constellation Theatre keeps its audience curious in its current production, “Orlando.” The play was written by Virginia Woolf, who takes audiences through several centuries to watch the lead character, Orlando, struggle with his/her feelings about love. The play wraps up on Nov. 11 at Constellation, located at 1835 14th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. Sarah Ruhl adapted the original story by Woolf. Kudos to Director Nick Martin, who assembled a cast that moved through gender roles with steady ease. The cast of five share male and female roles within the timeline. Audiences meet Orlando as a teen boy who becomes a companion to the Queen, who has a difficult time, emotionally, with aging.

Orlando plays along until he

CHYNA from Page 5 that Chyna would’ve told me [if] she would be on vacation. She doesn’t have the money to go on vacation for days.

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A LARGER PHENOMENON

An MPD spokesperson declined to specify the operations, tactics and staffing dedicated to finding Crawford.

They told The Informer, however, that officers and detectives have been actively searching for her since receiving a report about her disappearance on Oct. 26.

Crawford counts among 37 people -- including Relisha Rudd -- currently reported missing by MPD. Since her disappearance, the department released additional notifications about 14 youths between the ages of 1 and 17 who’ve disappeared. .

Despite representing less than 13 percent of the population, Black people account for more than one out of three people reported missing in the U.S. last year, according to figures compiled by the FBI in 2021.

Black women meanwhile account for 20 percent of missing persons cases. Research shows disparities in media coverage that

finds out what it is like to be with a younger lady. As centuries pass, Orlando encounters men and women who change his self-perception. The audience must ask itself about how women and men are depicted. Is it to teach a lesson about what women must deal with that men do not? It is to understand what the heart really feels. Each audience member must explore their opinion.

Scenic Designer Sarah Beth Hall created a spectacular multi-purpose set within a small space. Mary Myers is the ever-evolving Orlando. Edmèe-Marie Faal is Sasha, Alan Naylor is Queen Elizabeth, Christian Montgomery as Marmaduke, and Arika Thames is Archduchess Harriett are all spectacular.

Bravo for “Orlando!”

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LIFESTYLE 3 The cast of “Orlando” at Constellation Theatre until Nov. 11 includes (L-R/Seated) Mary Myers as Orlando and Christian Montgomery as Marmaduke.

Standing (L-R) are Edmèe-Marie Faal as Sasha, Alan Naylor as Queen Elizabeth, and Arika Thames as Archduchess Harriett.

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jeopardize their safe return.

Earlier this year, Minnesota created its Office of Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls, which is dedicated to solving open and cold missing persons cases involving Black women and girls. Officials in Illinois and Wisconsin are also exploring a similar scrutinization of its response to missing Black women and girls.

In October, California Governor Greg Newsome (D) signed a law that launches an emergency alert system to find Black women and youths between the ages of 12 and 25.

Meanwhile, D.C. residents continue to ask what happened to Relisha Rudd and other girls and women who’ve gone missing.

March marked nine years since Relisha Rudd, age 8, disappeared. Long counts among those who’ve kept her name ringing in the D.C. streets. In years past, he has also encouraged community members to, as a preventative measure, enter their fingerprints and DNA into databases.

That didn’t stop him from compelling community members to take a grassroots approach when searching for their loved ones.

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Powerful Women Take Center Stage in 'POTUS' at Arena Stage Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer “POTUS” is a comedy spoof about a day in the White House world, playing at Arena Stage until Nov. 12. The full title of the play, “POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive,” is a clue that uproarious entertainment will happen. The play is about a typical day at the White House, or is it?

Playwright Selina Fillinger has established a setting that could make

audiences question if she had insider information.

This all-female cast is dynamic, delivering strong, agile, and unforgettable performances. Each woman is a major character in “POTUS.” The script requires the actresses to respond quickly to White House madness. Each cast member delivers extremely funny scenarios as we learn about the intersection between their work and personal lives. It’s an uproarious time at the theater.

THE MADNESS OF “POTUS”

Supervising key staff and putting out fires is the job of White House Chief of Staff Harriet, played by Naomi Jacobson, who is believable as a no-nonsense overseer in a sea of craziness. Natalya Lynette Rathnam is Jean, the White House press secretary, who should know everything to be prepared for unexpected queries from reporters.

Felicia Curry is Margaret, the First Lady who has taken a lot of crap from the President; it is clear their

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marriage has an “understanding.”

Megan Hill is Stephanie, a new secretary to the President trying to find her way in a fast-paced environment.

Other characters are Yesenia Iglesias, who is Chris, a journalist who is worried about her job, her young kids, and an ex-husband; Sarah-Anne Martinez as Dusty, the President’s young dalliance; and Kelly McAndrew as Bernadette, the President’s sister who is hoping to be pardoned for a variety of illegal activities.

Opening scenes for “POTUS” dragged a bit, but that comes with establishing characters and allowing the chaos to unfold in the play.

The action ramps up as the women juggle an international summit, a scandal between the President and his dalliance, and the unexpected arrival of the President’s sister, who expects to be pardoned. The First Lady and Chief of Staff lead the charge to manage it all.

NAVIGATING THE “POTUS” STAGING

A huge wonder about “POTUS” is the quickly moving scenes

attributed to Set Designer Reid Thompson. Large props like desks, a credenza and doors rise and go through the floor. Some props also come down from pulleys above the stage. The team working with Thompson, and in some instances, the actresses, change sets in near complete darkness on the stage.

The one challenge with “POTUS” was the environment.

Performed in Arena’s Fichandler Stage, it is an open square with audience seating on all four sides.

As actors move around throughout the play, often the backs of the actresses are facing you. Even with the microphones on the actresses, it was difficult to hear all the dialogue clearly.

Director Margot Bordelon is to be commended for managing the quick action and dialogue delivery among the cast.

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Diverse businesses are the backbone of many communities. That’s why JPMorgan Chase is committed to helping D.C. businesses develop and thrive. Ted Archer, Global Head of Business Partner Diversity for JPMorgan Chase, recently spoke about why diverse suppliers are good for business and the community.

1. How did you come to lead supplier diversity at JPMorgan Chase and what inspired you to get involved in this work?

I’ve been at JPMorgan Chase for seven years and most of my career has been dedicated to building business programs that drive economic growth. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is working with underrepresented businesses to make sure they have the tools they need to succeed. At JPMorgan Chase, supplier diversity is just one way we make dreams possible for these diverse business owners, their employees, and their communities.

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Supplier diversity provides companies with access to innovation.

Diverse suppliers bring new perspectives and solutions to business problems. They also know how to operate efficiently with limited resources and are agile to suit different business needs. In addition, supplier diversity generates wealth in diverse communities. Diverse suppliers tend to hire within their local areas, providing jobs and incomes, lifting the overall economy. A prosperous and thriving community is good for everyone.

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supplier diversity is supplier development. Small and underrepresented businesses often don’t have access to the same resources, financing and contracts that large majority-owned companies do. Building deeper relationships with these businesses enables us to identify other ways to support their growth, including creating connections to networks that lead to contract opportunities, capital and other resources.

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We have mobilized over 100 of our top suppliers to mirror the firm’s commitment to supplier diversity by creating and enhancing their own supplier diversity programs. Through mentoring, coaching and education, we help these companies develop and operate their own sustainable supplier diversity programs, which will generate opportunity and growth for decades.

The results speak for themselves: 85% of the businesses enrolled in our mentorship program launched new supplier diversity programs in 2022.

Additionally, over the last two years, nearly 90% of our top suppliers have committed to spending increases generating more than $6 billion in new spend with underrepresented businesses.

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connect businesses with prospective corporate clients via conferences, seminars and webinars – all designed to provide business owners with information and enable them to meet and network with corporate executives.

In addition, companies with active supplier diversity programs often have online registration portals through which they invite business owners to share their company history and capabilities. JPMorgan Chase has a Supplier Diversity Network, which is a searchable database for our supplier diversity and sourcing teams to find

new diverse businesses when contract opportunities come up.

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Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif Shares Her Vision for Arena Stage

By Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer

Coming in as the fourth Artistic Director in the 75-year history of Arena Stage, Hana S. Sharif knows she has big shoes to fill since the theater’s longtime leader Molly Smith retired after 25 years at the helm. Sharif was the Augustin Family Artistic Director of The Repertory Theatre of St.

Louis before coming to the District. She joins Executive Producer Edgar Dobie as the two will lead the helm of the award-winning regional theater company.

“It's just been an incredible whirlwind,” Sharif said. “Just getting settled with getting to know the institution, the partners and the possibilities.”

The D.C. area’s theatre community has warmly greeted Sharif,

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but she is no stranger to the area.

She spent part of her career at the Baltimore Center Stage, where she was instrumental in guiding a multi-million-dollar renovation and cultural transformation during her five-year tenure.

A VISION BUILT ON A SOLID FOUNDATION

Arena Stage was the first theater in the nation’s capital to be racially integrated, not just among actors but with creative teams and staff working at the venue. Arena is also a pioneer of the regional theatre movement. Arena has produced 22 plays that went on to Broadway success, including “The Great White Hope” starring James Earl Jones and Jane Alexander and “Dear Evan Hansen.”

“Arena has a very interesting history. It is a landmark theater for the country,” Sharif said. “Founder Zelda Fichandler believed in the concept of radical access, which is how I think about our work. I believe we have an amazing building meant to be activated with a cross-section of art and people.”

Sharif emphasized that Arena has quietly been a hub that recognized the artistic, intellectual, and cultural innovation of Black and Brown lives. She also said she embraces continuing outreach to K-12 students and Arena’s education programs with schools are one of many things that drew Sharif to the institution.

“We have in-school education programs, we have a robust student matinee program, and there is “Voices of Now” where middle-school, high-school, and adult

5 Arena Stage Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif in the Kogod Cradle at the landmark institution. (Matthew Bailey/The Washington Informer)

artists work together to create autobiographical plays.

SUCCESSFUL START FOR ARENA STAGE’S CURRENT SEASON

This 2023-24 Arena season is the last one developed and spearheaded by Smith, Sharif ’s predecessor. Sharif begins her tenure at Arena with the show “POTUS,” the Tony-nominated play that has received rave reviews, currently running until Nov 12.

The 2024-25 season, to be announced in February will be Sharif ’s first season as artistic director.

In working with her team on future programming, Sharif wants to create an environment where Arena will attract everyone from the long-time subscriber to someone who has never walked into the institution.

“I'm interested in reimagining what community engagement looks like,” said the new D.C. resident. “We look forward to expanding civic, cultural, and arts partnerships A Dream for Arena Stage Upon arriving at Arena, Sharif was given a history of the structure of the building. There is a space called Fichandler’s House and another area called Smith’s House.

She was asked, “What’s Hana’s House?”

“Hana’s House is ‘The People’s House,’” said Sharif. “My job is to curate the most compelling, exciting, and innovative artistic voices.

Regardless of age, race, social, or economic condition, I want D.C. to have access, an opportunity, and an authentic invitation.”

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Organic: Things that were once alive. For example, paper made from trees is organic because trees were alive.

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2. Put the food scraps into the compost or “green” bin to be sure it goes to a composting facility.

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3. At the composting facility, your organic waste is mixed with things like woodchips, branches and shredded newspaper. This slowly rots and turns into healthy soil.

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Inorganic: Things that are made of things that are not from animals or plants, living or dead. For example, diamonds, table salt, and silver are inorganic.

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Standards Link: Life Science: Understand that matter can be organic or inorganic.

Composting Is Good for Us! When healthy compost from composting facilities is mixed with soil, it makes plants grow better and improves the nutrition of our food. And it keeps food waste out of the landfill where it would have created methane gas.

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Look through the newspaper and circle organic things (things that can be composted) in green. Circle inorganic things that cannot be composted in purple.

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Have a Good Day!

Look through the newspaper and cut out pictures and words that make your life “good.”

Make a collage with your selections and share it with your family members. Do they appreciate the same things as you?

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Food scraps and other compostable trash make up the largest category of waste in our landfills. When you stop sending food scraps to the landfill, it helps to slow down the filling of the landfill. The compost facility turns it into soil that’s healthy for plants.

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By Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin L. Smith with Charisse Jones c.2023, Balance $30 268 pages

Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer Your skin was not even broken.

No cuts, no scratches, no stitches needed. There was no blood and no bruise, either, not even the least bit of soreness. And yet, you're wounded, raw, wincing. You're absolutely not OK right now, and in the new book "The Invisible Ache" by Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin L. Smith, with Charisse Jones, it's from a hurt you cannot see.

The phone call came early in the morning in the middle of the week.

Courtney Vance's father had taken his own life, leaving his adult children and a wife who was all but paralyzed with grief. Vance "felt like a boy suddenly dealing with big man stuff" but he helped his mother who, after the funeral, insisted that Vance and his sister seek therapy.

Vance had known that his father was in emotional pain for a long time, for a variety of reasons — and he came to understand that he was, too. It was almost like a legacy, one that he says many Black men suffer.

Says Vance's co-author, "Society's mirror doesn't reflect how varied Black men really are..." Black boys are not supposed to cry or be vulnerable, although Smith says that "To be vulnerable is to be strong."

Black men are taught to deal with their problems alone, in silence, but Smith says that talking through trauma allows room for reclaiming power.

Seek support, she says, and remember that "life isn't virtual," so draw boundaries and step back from social media sometimes. Don't be afraid "to talk to young men [and] young women, about the sanctity of their bodies." Find your sense of gratitude and remember that church isn't the only place to pray.

"Feel free to frolic. Walk barefoot through a mud patch if it makes you happy. Plant a garden. Pick up a hula hoop. Plunge into a pool."

And remember: when it comes to mental self-care, "silence isn't golden. It is actually deadly. So let's talk it out."

Have you hit your discomfort level yet? If not, well, just wait. Authors Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin L. Smith will take you there soon enough — and in "The Invisible Ache," they'll bring you back whole.

Part autobiography, part advice, this book is like getting poked and prodded until a deep self-inspection is performed — and then being asked to look again. It's very raw, like removing the bandages the day after cutting off a piece of yourself, but it's oddly cathartic. Vance tells his tale and that of his father in a calm way that makes readers want to keep going, despite that it hurts; Smith then takes over and soothes the pain with leading statements that feel like having your hand held. It's a nice mix, and very helpful.

While this book is primarily meant for Black men, young and old, it's not a bad read for a woman who wants to help, understand, or do some introspection of her own. Find it; "The Invisible Ache" is not just for the broken. WI

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LIFESTYLE NOV 9 - 15, 2023

ARIES A rendezvous in a strange location lends some excitement to the start of your week. You feel a bit like a character in a noir film or a journalist on an exotic assignment. The world around you is rich, and your interactions with others are charged. Lucky Numbers: 16, 25, 26 TAURUS As much as you love your friends and associates, other people are a liability on Monday and Tuesday.

Be charming and diplomatic, but be firm. If you have control of the cockpit, don't get up to take a coffee break. You'll have plenty of time for coffee on Wednesday (you'll have time to take a swim in a river of coffee, if you want), and on Thursday and Friday, you should spend time enjoying other people's ideas. Lucky Numbers: 11, 15, 34 GEMINI If what you're saying just isn't getting through to you-know-who, consider the way you're saying it and where this person is coming from. And then consider starting with a knock-knock joke. If you can get someone to laugh, you've got their attention. Wednesday through Friday will be a little sparse when it comes to laughs. You've got some business to attend to, and you might find yourself frustrated that the week ends on such a confusing note. But the weekend restores you. Lucky Numbers: 5, 6, 29 CANCER Your wattage might be running low on Monday and Tuesday, so do something chill. Take lunch on your own, stop by the video store on your way home from work, get supplies for a bubble bath. The whole week you'll be in this mood (content, quiet, self-aware) and it might lead to a meaningful revelation or two, the kind you can't have when you're surrounded by buzz and chatter. Lucky Numbers: 11, 36, 38 LEO You are bounding down the street on Monday and Tuesday. Or perhaps down the highway. You have a passion for travel at the start of the week. Then again, what don't you have a passion for at the start of the week? It helps that your romantic life is going well. On Wednesday and Thursday you make a good impression without even trying, and on Friday you do something healthy. (Just don't regale anyone with the details of your health regimen. It might come across as showing off.) Lucky Numbers: 12, 25, 50 VIRGO You'd love to stop the raft and change course, but these are some mighty strong rapids. The safest plan of action would be to see this through. You can regroup once the river dies down a bit. Overcoming the tension from the start of the week will be key to enjoying the romance that kicks into high gear on Wednesday and lasts through the second half of the week. Lucky Numbers: 2, 16, 34 LIBRA Social experimentation at the start of the week totally pays off. You put the oddest ideas on the table and people take to them instantly (there is something offhandedly genius about the things that fall out of your mouth right now). Nevertheless, on Wednesday and Thursday, you have little time to be dazzling the masses with your thinking because the home realm requires your attention. Lucky Numbers: 29, 35, 44 SCORPIO You are your own person, certainly, but you find yourself at the start of the week feeling more identified with a group than you have in a while. It's nice to belong, and it's nice to wind up involved in adventures you would never stumble into on your own, but don't forget to assert your own personality. Lucky Numbers: 19, 22, 23 SAGITTARIUS Good feelings and goodwill abound on Monday and Tuesday. It's sounds cheesy, but everyone you know has found a way to love one another, and it's putting you in a heck of a good mood. On Wednesday, you feel more moved by art and music than you have in a while. That's not to say you should rush out and buy some expensive art or a new music collection. Lucky Numbers: 13, 23, 33 CAPRICORN As they say, anything is possible if you put your mind to it, but it's not just your mind that's needed. You also have to apply energy. You're at about normal energy levels on Monday and Tuesday, but you go into hyperdrive come Wednesday. You just have to think about being across the street and you're already there. Your radiance is turning heads on Thursday, and your demonstrated stamina will be downright jaw-dropping by Friday. Lucky Numbers: 7, 11, 13 AQUARIUS Your social group could use a few new members, so be open to unfamiliar faces on Monday and Tuesday. The start of the week is a time of expansiveness. Wednesday and Thursday, however, restriction is the order of the day, and discipline is important. That's a better tactic than flailing all around. Lucky Numbers: 6, 19, 47 PISCES Monday is your lucky day. So is Tuesday, in fact. Don't rush out and buy a lottery ticket. It's not that kind of luck. But do you see how the small things seem to be going your way? This is partly unrelated to you and partly a reflection of all the positive energy you've been putting out there lately. If someone needs your help on Wednesday, you're happy to give back. Drop whatever you're doing. Lucky Numbers: 4, 9, 24

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SPORTS Locals Honor Blake Bozeman, Raise Awareness About Gun Violence

By Ed Hill WI Contributing Writer A recent exhibition men’s basketball game between Howard University and American University, was not only centered around showcasing athleticism, but helped raise awareness on a problem facing local, national and academic communities: gun violence.

Blake Bozeman, a former standout at Morgan State University, was recently tragically killed at a club in

D.C. COUNCIL from Page 33 after council legislation split the beleaguered D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs into DOB and the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection.

Since Mayor Bowseer (D) tapped Hanlon as DOB director in June, Hanlon has expressed a desire for tackling illegal construction, better enforcing building codes and facilitating housing code inspections. He has also cited the development of the brand new agency’s standard operating procedures as one of his primary goals.

As explained by D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D), Hanlon has navigated the confirmation process with few complaints about his leadership and expertise. During DOB Day, Hanlon explained the inner workings of the agency in a way that Lewis George said shows transparency. D.C. Councilmember Pinto also sang Hanlon’s praises, saying that he has shown diligence and passion for improving DOB. Hanlon’s nomination as DOB director brought him back to D.C. government, where he formerly served as the executive program manager at the Department of Real Estate and the Department of General Services’ first per-

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Northeast Washington. He was attending a birthday celebration for a friend when an altercation broke out and he got caught in the crossfire.

The incident took place not far from where Washington Commanders' running back Brian Robinson was the victim of carjacking and gunshot wound a little over a year ago.

This game was the third tribute or memorial to Blake since his death in September. The previous two celebrations took place at the Hill Fieldmanent director. He has more than 35 years of public and private sector experience as an architect and administrator.

CHARLES HALL, JR., DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

The D.C. Council unanimously approved Charles Hall, Jr.’s nomination as director of the Department of Human Resources.

As D.C.’s human resources director, Hall would have control over a system that provides human resource management to District employees, attracts, develops and retains a public sector workforce, and provides employees with services, particularly performance management, benefits, and professional development.

Hall’s installment comes exactly a week after the D.C. mayor issued an executive order updating the D.C. government’s sexual harassment policy. He comes to the D.C. government from Baltimore where he served in numerous human resource leadership roles at Under Armour, Baltimore City Department of Public Works, Baltimore City Schools, and Baltimore City Community College.

5 Todd Bozeman, father of slain son, Blake Bozeman, embraces Howard head basketball coach Kenneth Blakeney during game. (Courtesy photo/Ian Penny) 4 Blake Bozeman. Courtesy photo)

house on the Morgan State campus and Bowie State University in Prince George’s County, where his family are residents.

This basketball game, however, had a different meaning and purpose.

"For Howard University and American University to come together, along with others, to address this serious problem in our community,

TIFFANY CROWE, DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND CONSUMER PROTECTION

The D.C. Council unanimously approved Tiffany Crowe’s nomination as director of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection, one of two agencies that came out of the breakup of the D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.

Bowser tapped Crowe in early September. D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau (D-Ward 1) sang Crowe’s praises on Tuesday, touting her engagement of the community and her insistence on ensuring stability and public trust within the new agency.

In her new role, Crowe would be responsible for licensing, business regulations, and investigating and enforcing the Consumer Protection Procedures Act. She comes from the Office of the Chief Technology Officer where she served as associate chief technology officer. Other experiences include the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau where, for nearly a decade, Crowe served as senior advisor and counsel to the associate director of supervision, enforcement and fair lending. WI

speaks loudly, " said At-Large D.C. Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie (I), who was in attendance along with a throng of local media and who's who of local basketball. "There are a lot of victims of this terrible epidemic and we find that athletes, although they are special to some, are no exceptions when it comes to this. This was a great opportunity to address it."

The young Blake played at St. Albans and Bullis Prep before attending Morgan State on a basketball scholarship to play for his father, Todd Bozeman. While at the Baltimore school, Blake had an outstanding career. Following his collegiate career, he rapidly moved up the ladder. First, he received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Morgan State.

He then got into the real estate business, while at the same time becoming an entrepreneur– owning 10 vending machines. Tireless and committed to making a difference, Blake used sports as a vehicle and formed his own organization, Pivot Group, which provided counseling and guidance to former athletes as they transitioned from sports and athletics to other careers.

Just recently, he added even more to his plate, becoming a volunteer basketball coach at Riverdale Baptist before his passing.

Basketball, entrepreneurship and giving back were only part of Blake’s many passions. Moreover, he was also the father of three young children and recently married this past June.

"This is one of the hardest things in my life,' admitted an emotional Todd Bozeman. "It is surreal. I keep waiting to get a text or a call from him. We were really, really

close and he was doing so well."

Having coached at Cal Berkeley, where he was the youngest coach to lead a team to the Elite Eight, Todd has created a legacy of his own. At Morgan, he turned the program around and became one of the most successful coaches in school history.

Many in attendance, including coaches from opposing teams and former players, had watched Blake Bozeman from the time of his infancy.

"We all feel this," said an emotional Howard head coach Kenneth Blakeney. "I have known them both for years, so this is personal for me. I am so happy that we can all come together to honor Blake, be there for Todd and help raise awareness to this."

American University first-year head coach Duane Simpkins also weighed in on the importance of the moment.

“On paper, this is an exhibition game between two locals and I want to win as much as Kenny. But this is much bigger than basketball. We have to all do our best to address this problem. We are glad to be a part of establishing this legacy for Blake,” said Simpkins.

In honor of Blake and all those who have been lost to gun violence, all proceeds from the game will benefit the Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative, a local charitable organization dedicated to building sustainable and mutually beneficial community relationships.

As an added bonus, NBA former standout players Jason Kidd and Sharif Abdul Raheem, who played for Todd at Cal Berkeley, have made donations to a future educational fund set aside for Blake’s children. WI

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3 Lennard Ebron (left) and Ben Krencsil (right) showing Land Acknowledgements they created during Culture Queen's commemoration of Native American Heritage Month.

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the moment

6 Culture Queen shows the children an example of a Land of Acknowledgement at the Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum in Southeast.

(Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer) 3 The Washington Informer's Master Photographer Roy Lewis, who has captured some of the most historical and iconic events of our time, including the Ali-Foreman fight in Zaire, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Million Man March shared his work in An Afternoon with Roy Lewis at the Woodridge Neighborhood Library in Northeast on Oct 29.

(Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

5 Martha's Table hosted their Annual Winter Coat Giveaway in Ward 8. Over 3,000 new and gently used coats for men, women and children, along with winter accessories were distributed on November 4. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

5 Donetra Dorsey and Eboni-Thair Lewis represented Anacostia Senior High School in the William O. Lockridge Foundation’s Dancing with the Scholars held at Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Center (THEARC) in Southeast on Nov. 4. (Shevry Lassiter/The Washington Informer)

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RELIGION DMV Religion Roundup

By Hamil R. Harris WI Contributing Writer

SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATES 175 YEARS

As the nation's capital is a place filled with iconic landmarks especially when it comes to faith and African Americans and this journey can never be forgotten.

On Nov. 19, Second Baptist Church of Washington, D.C., 816 3rd Street, N.W., will celebrate its 175th Anniversary.

Second Baptist was formally established as one of two of the city's “Colored churches,” which was conceived in 1827 and officially established as Second Baptist in 1848.

“This anniversary underscores a milestone in African American history [and] their legacy of service,” said the Rev. Dr. James E. Terrell, the church’s pastor and a distant relative of Robert Terrell, whose daughter was the famous civil rights activist Mary Church Terrell.

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The church really has a proud family history, said Angela Terrell Heath. ”My father is the pastor now.

The Rev. James E. Terrell. I am worship leader and a deaconess.

My brother is assistant pastor. My sister sings beautifully and trustee.

My mother Judge Terrell is also a deaconess and chair of the anniversary committee.“ Heath explained that the church was affected for years by the construction happening around the Northwest building.

“We are now boxed in on three sides with condos and apartments.

Our church yard is the only spot of greenery on the whole block.

We used to own the land where the apartments now sit, but it was sold under different leadership.

Now we have a sliver of parking.

We haven’t been able to negotiate a partnership or parking privileges with the surrounding buildings.”

District historians say the church was a stop on the Underground Railroad and was a venue for historical icons including Booker T.

5 Dr. Grace Holloman Davis, the church’s oldest member, will turn 100 years old this month. (Courtesy Photo)

Washington, Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth.

The church is also the site of the founding of the National Baptist Convention and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.

Second Baptist has survived slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, two World Wars, several city fires, national lynchings, and the Civil Rights Movement as well as recent development in the neighborhood resulting in high-rise condominiums and apartments on three sides of the church.

Development and the construction of new buildings damaged the church’s foundation, requiring services to be moved to Walker Jones Elementary School and Howard

University School of Divinity.

“We want to rebuild the church.

We are seeking donations and are looking for grants. We want to partner with downtown businesses,” Heath said. “We want to open our doors to the community. We have a campaign to raise $175,000 to start making repairs.”

A key part of the anniversary service will be to honor Dr. Grace Holloman Davis, the church’s oldest member, who will turn 100 years old this month.

BARBER REMINDS STUDENTS OF THEIR HISTORY AND LEGACY

The historic Howard University Rankin Chapel served, yet again, as a crossroads of faith and social activism as the Rev. William Barber II challenged students to embrace the socialist Justice movement that began on their campus.

Barber, founding director of the Center for Public Theology and Public Policy at Yale Divinity School, told the students that in the same way college students were involved in the Civil Rights campaigns of the 1960s, they are needed today.

“It just wasn't about voting rights. It was about raising the minimum wage to a living wage,” said Barber II, who has led efforts ranging from fighting against racism as the head of North Carolina NAACP to leading the war against poverty in D.C. where, “145,000

Second Baptist has survived slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, two World Wars, several city fires, national lynchings, and the Civil Rights Movement... people in this city live on food stamps.”

Barber II is the former pastor of Greenleaf Christian Church, Disciples of Christ in Goldsboro, North Carolina. He was also president and senior lecturer of Repairers of the Breach where he led Moral Monday protests in Washington, D.C. and across the U.S. Before accepting a position at Yale, Barber II was the leader of the Poor People’s Campaign. On Sunday he emphasized to the students that their work in fighting for equity and justice is far from over.

“We can’t let our fight for justice die now. The church just can’t go away now,” Barber preached.

“There are times when the sufferers have to become the delivers.”

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RELIGION the religion corner WITH LYNDIA GRANT

Are YOU Brave Enough to Try?

Bravery is something that grows with practice. There are a few people born with an unusual amount of bravery, but for the overwhelming majority of us, we must "fail our way to success," which is another way to say "you must be brave enough to try."

My personal example of something I was finally brave enough to do is to take my radio show to a higher level by adding a Facebook Live recording of every show. For nearly nine years, I had worked diligently to perfect my radio show before my son recommended that I begin recording my show on Facebook Live.

Now, this sounded like a huge step for me. This means I now have to care about my appearance each week, hairstyles, makeup, wardrobe, lighting, lots of new considerations. This past week, I realized that I must begin to use cue cards rather than paper scripts.

For Facebook Live, my typed and stapled sheets look a bit clumsy.

It may not sound like a lot to you, but for me, it is huge. When we are not brave enough to try new things, we miss out on so much. Now with Facebook Live, thousands more people around the world can begin to watch my show, extending my reach. Spirit 1340 AM only reaches listeners here in the Washington metropolitan area, and because my show is on the AM network, the reach is only so strong. Moving up to Face-

book Live now increases my audience exponentially! Bravery made all of the difference.

The book of Samuel 10:12 says, "Be strong, and let us show ourselves courageous for the sake of our people and for the cities of our God; and may the LORD do what is good in His sight."

Here's a popular quote from Dolly Parton: "You'll never do a whole lot unless you're brave enough to try."

That quote got me thinking about where we are at this very moment, as we prepare for our new year. There are some who will not make it to see the year 2024 come to be. Those who do must realize how short our lifetime truly is.

We are all here, living our lives as if we will be here forever. Do you know anyone who has continued to live on, century after century? No! And you will not.

James 4:14, in the Holy Bible, says "Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away."

What is this Scripture saying here? It is reminding each of us that our time will vanish. Two hundred years from now, who will even remember the life you lived.

Did you leave a legacy, or will your

life be like a puff of smoke, here one minute and gone the next, the way that the vapor from a steaming pot does?

You cannot put steam back inside its pot. Once that steam leaves the kettle, it simply vanishes. It's gone forever! When we lose loved ones, they, too, are like a puff of smoke, gone forever!

Having said that, let me go back to that Dolly Parton quote.

Given that we only have a limited amount of time, why not trust and believe, and try to achieve those things that come to mind? After all, you wouldn't have these ideas if they were not meant to be. WI

James 4:14, in the Holy Bible, says "Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life?

It is even a vapour that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away."

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RELIGION The Miracle Center of Faith Missionary Baptist Church Bishop Michael C. Turner, Sr. Senior Pastor 9161 Hampton Overlook Capitol Heights, MD 20743 Phone: 301-350-2200 / Fax: 301-499-8724 Service and Times Sunday Worship Times : 7:30 AM 7 10:00 AM Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday, 12 Noon Bible Study in homes: Tuesday 7:00 PM Website: www.themiraclecenterFMBC.com Email: Miraclecenterfmbs@gmail.com Motto: “We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight”

Blessed Word

Pilgrim Baptist Church

Church of Living Waters

Rev. Louis B. Jones II Pastor

Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor

700 I Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20002 (202) 547-8849 Service and Times Worship Sundays: 7:30 & 11:00 AM 5th Sundays: 9:30 AM 3rd Sundays: Baptism & Holy Communion Prayer & Praise: Wednesdays @ Noon & 6:30 PM www.pilgrimbaptistdc.org

Covenant Baptist United Church of Christ

Dr. Dekontee L. & Dr. Ayele A. Johnson Pastors

Reverend William Young IV Pastor

4001 14th Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 (202) 265-6147 Office 1-800 576-1047 Voicemail/Fax

3845 South Capitol Street Washington, DC 20032 (202) 562-5576 (Office) / (202) 562-4219 (Fax)

Service and Times Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 11:00 AM Communion Service: First Sunday Prayer Service/Bible Study: Tuesday, 6:30 PM www.blessedwordoflifechurch.org

Mount Carmel Baptist Church

901 Third Street N.W. Washington, DC. 20001 Phone (202) 842-3411 Fax (202) 682-9423 Service and Times Sunday Church School : 9:00 AM Sunday Morning Worship: 10:10 AM Bible Study Tuesday: 6: 00 PM Prayer Service Tuesday: 7:00 PM Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday 10:10 AM themcbc.org

Services and Times Sundays: 10:00am Worship Services Bible Study: Wonderful Wednesdays in Worship and the Word Bible Study Wednesdays 12:00 Noon; 6:30 PM (dinner @ 5:30 PM) Sunday School: 9:00 AM – Hour of Power “An inclusive ministry where all are welcomed and affirmed.” www.covenantdc.org

Mount Olivet Lutheran Church

“Friendliest Church in the City” Website: mountolivetdc.org Email: mtolivedc@gmail.com

Dr. E. Gail Anderson Holness - Senior Pastor Rev. Ali Gail Holness-Roland Assistant & Youth Pastor

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12801 Old Fort Road • Ft. Washington, MD 20744 Office (301) 292.6323 • FAX (301) 292.2164 Service and Times Sunday Worship 10:15 am Sunday Church School 11:00 am Youth Sunday every 4th Sunday Prayer Call @ Noon every Tuesday & Thursday 978.990.5166 code: 6166047# Virtual Bible Study Wednesday Facebook & Zoom 7:00 pm “A Growing Church for a Coming Christ” www.adamsinspirationalamec.org

Service and Times Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:45 AM Men’s Monday Bible Study: 7:00 PM Wednesday Night Bible Study: 7:00 PM Women’s Ministry Bible Study: 3rd Friday -7:00 PM Computer Classes: Announced Family and Marital Counseling by appointment E-mail: Crusadersbaptistchurch@verizon.net www.CrusadersBaptistChurch.org / “God is Love”

St. Stephen Baptist Church

Third Street Church of God

Bishop Lanier C. Twyman, Sr. / Senior Pastor 5757 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748 Office 301.899.8885 – Fax 301.899.2555 Service and Times Sunday Early Morning Worship 8:00 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 AM Tuesday: 7:00 PM – Kingdom Building Bible Institute Wednesday: 12:30 PM – Mid-Day Bible Study Wednesday: 7:00 PM – Evening Bible Study Baptism - 3rd Sunday – Communion 4th Sunday Free Food Giveaway – Every Tuesday, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm “We are One in the Spirit” www.ssbcmd.org | secretary@ssbcmd.org

Campbell AME Church

2562 MLK Jr. Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Adm. Office 202-678-2263 Email: Campbell@mycame.org

Service and Times Divine Worship, Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday

Rev. Dr. Alton W. Jordan Pastor 800 I Street, NE - Washington, DC 20002 202-548-0707 - Fax No. 202-548-0703

www.livingwatersmd.org

1306 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20005

Rev. Dr. James Coleman Pastor

Website: www.allnationsbaptistchurch.com All Nations Baptist Church – A Church of Standards

Service and Times Sunday Service: 8:30am& 11:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM Communion Service: First Sunday

Rev. Terrance M. McKinley Senior Pastor

Adams Inspirational A.M.E. Church

Service and Times Sunday Church School – 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 AM Holy Communion – 1st Sunday at 11:00 AM Prayer – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM Bible Study – Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Christian Education / School of Biblical Knowledge Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Call for Registration

4915 Wheeler Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-894-6464

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All Nations Baptist Church

2001 North Capitol St, N.E. - Washington, DC 20002 Phone (202) 832-9591

Harold Andrew Assistant Pastor

Crusader Baptist Church

Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 8:45 AM Bible Study: Wednesday: 12:00 Noon, Wednesday: 7:00 PM, Thursday: 7:00 PM “Reaching Up To Reach Out” Mailing Address : Campbell AME Church 2502 Stanton Road SE - Washington, DC 20020

Emmanuel Baptist Church

Rev. Cheryl J. Sanders, Th.D. Senior Pastor 1204 Third Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 202-347-5889 office / 202-638-1803 fax Services and Times Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship: 11:00 AM Sunday Community Worship Service: 8:30 AM “Ambassadors for Christ to the Nation’s Capital” www.thirdstreet.org Live Stream Sunday Worship Service begins @ 12:00 noon www.thirdstreet.org

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Reverend John W. Davis Pastor 5101 14th Street, NW / Washington, DC 20011 Phone: 202-726-2220 Fax: 202-726-9089 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service - 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Children’s Church - 11:00 a.m. (1st & 3rd Sundays) Communion - 10 a.m. 4th Sunday Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. (4th Sunday 8:15 a.m.)

Prayer Meeting & Bible Study - Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

“A Church with a past to remember – and a future to mold” www.mtzbcdc.org

Florida Avenue Baptist Church

Reverend Christopher L. Nichols Pastor

Dr. Earl D. Trent Senior Pastor

2409 Ainger Pl.,SE – WDC 20020 (202) 678-0884 – Office / (202) 678-0885 – Fax “Moving Faith Forward” 0% Perfect . . . 100% Forgiven!

623 Florida Ave.. NW - WDC. 20001 Church (202) 667-3409 / Study (202) 265-0836 Home Study (301) 464-8211 / Fax (202) 483-4009

Service and Times Sunday Worship: 8:00 AM & 10:45 AM Baptism/Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday Family Bible Study Tuesdays – 6:30 PM Prayer Service: Tuesdays – 8:00 PM www.emmanuelbaptistchurchdc.org

Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 8:45 – 9:45 AM Holy Communion: Every First Sunday Intercessory Prayer: Monday – 7:00-8:00 PM Pastor’s Bible Study: Wednesday –7:45 PM Midweek Prayer: Wednesday – 7:00 PM Noonday Prayer Every Thursday

Isle of Patmos Baptist Church Reverend Dr. Calvin L. Matthews Senior Pastor 1200 Isle of Patmos Plaza, Northeast Washington, DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-6767 - Fax: (202) 526-1661 Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM Holy Communion: 2nd Sunday at 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM Sunday Church School: 9:20 AM Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Noon Day Prayer Service: Tuesdays at Noon Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7 PM Motto: “A Ministry of Reconciliation Where Everybody is Somebody!”

Website: http://isleofpatmosbc.org Church Email: ipbcsecretary@verizon.net

Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church Bishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr. Senior Bishop & Evangelist Susie C. Owens – Co-Pastor 610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 529-4547 office • (202) 529-4495 fax

Sunday Worship Service: 8:00 AM and 10:45 AM Sunday Youth Worship Services: 1st & 4th 10:45 AM; 804 R.I. Ave., NE 5th 8 AM & 10:45 AM; Main Church Prayer Services Tuesday – Noon, Wednesday 6:00 AM & 6:30 PM Calvary Bible Institute: Year-Round Contact Church / Communion Every 3rd Sunday The Church in The Hood that will do you Good! www.gmchc.org / emailus@gmchc.org

Shiloh Church of God 7th Day Elder Jonathan M. Carson Senior Pastor

5701 Eastern Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20782 Phone: 301 559-5262 Service and Times Sabbath Worship @ 1:00 pm in-person/FB/Zoom Tuesday - Prayer@ 7:30 pm on Zoom Wednesday - Bible Study@ 7:30 pm on Zoom Friday - Sabbath School@ 7:30 pm on Zoom Web: shiloh7thday.org Email: shiloh7thdaycomm@gmail.com "A culturally diverse church of edification, deliverance and transformation"

Holy Trinity United Baptist Church Rev. Dr. George C. Gilbert Senior Pastor 4504 Gault Place, N.E. / Washington, D.C 20019 202-397-7775 – 7184 Service and Times Sunday Church School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service : 11:00 AM The Lord’s Supper 1st Sunday Prayer & Praise Services: Wednesday 7:00 PM Bible Study: 7:30 PM Saturday before 4th Sunday Men, Women, Youth Discipleship Ministries: 10:30 AM A Christ Centered Church htubc@comcast.net

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RELIGION Zion Baptist Church

Rev. Keith W. Byrd, Sr. Pastor 4850 Blagdon Ave, NW - Washington D.C 20011 Phone (202) 722-4940 - Fax (202) 291-3773 Service and Times 9:00 a.m. – Sunday School 10:15 a.m. – Worship Service Wed. Noon: Dea. Robert Owens Bible Study 7 PM Pastor’s Bible Study Ordinance of Baptism 2nd Sunday, Holy Communion 4th Sunday Mission: Zion shall: Enlist Sinners, Educate Students, Empower the Suffering, Encourage the Saints, And Exalt our Savior. (Acts 2: 41-47) www.zionbaptistchurchdc.org

St. Luke Baptist Church

Rev. Aubrey C. Lewis Pastor 1415 Gallatin Street, NW Washington, DC 20011-3851 P: (202) 726-5940 Service and Times Sunday Worship: 11:00 AM Sunday School: 9:15 AM Holy Communion: 11:00 a.m., 3rd Sun. Bible Institute: Wednesday - 1:30 PM Prayer Meeting: Wednesday - 12:00 Noon

Rehoboth Baptist Church

Rev. Lance Aubert Imterim Pastor 1251 Saratoga Ave., NE Washington, DC 20018 (202) 269-0288 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:45 AM Sunday School: 9:15 AM Holy Communion1st Sunday: 10:45 AM Prayer Service: Wednesday at 6:30 PM Bible Study: Wednesday at 7:00 PM Bible Study: Tuesday at 10:30 AM

Service and Times Sunday Worship: 10:00 AM Holy Communion: First Sunday 10:00 AM Sunday School: 9:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday @ 12 noon and 6:30 PM Motto: "Faith On The Hill"

Eastern Community Baptist Church Damion M. Briggs Pastor

5606 Marlboro Pike District Heights, MD 20747 301-735-6005

Apostolic in Doctrine, Pentecostal in Experience, Holiness in Living, Uncompromised and Unchanged.

The Apostolic Faith is still alive –Acts 2:42

“Where God is Praised, Christ is Obeyed, and People are Loved”

New Commandment Baptist Church

8213 Manson Street Landover, MD 20785 Tel: (301) 322-9787 Fax: (301) 322-9240

13701 Old Jericho Park Road Bowie, MD. 20720 (301) 262-0560

Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:45 AM and 10:45 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sundays at 7:45 AM & 10:45 AM Sunday School: 9:30 AM Prayer & Praise Service: Tuesdays at 12 noon & 6:30 PM Bible Study: Tuesdays at 1 pm and 7 PM Youth Bible Study: Fridays at 7 PM Web: www.mountmoriahchurch.org Email: mtmoriah@mountmoriahchurch.org

Service and Times Early Morning Message: 7:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 9:00 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday 7:30 AM & 10:00 AM Prayer, Praise and Testimony: Wednesday 7:00 PM Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM

Service and Times Sunday Worship: 11 AM Sunday School: 10 AM Wednesday Mid-Week Worship, Prayer & Bible Study: Wed. 7 PM

Promised Land Baptist Church

Historic St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

621 Alabama Ave., S.E.- Washington, D.C. 20032 P: (202) 561-1111 - F: (202) 561-1112

Foggy Bottom - Founded in 1867 728 23rd Street, NW - Washington, DC 20037 Church office: 202-333-3985 - Fax : 202-338-4958 Service and Times Sundays: 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Music and Hymns Wednesdays: 12:10 p.m. - Holy Eucharist

www.stmarysfoggybottom.org Email: stmarysoffice@stmarysfoggybottom.org

401 Van Buren St., NW, Washington D.C. 20012 Office (202)-882-8331 Service and Times Sunday Worship 10:30 am Zoom: zoom.us/;/2028828331 Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00pm Communion Every First Sunday

"Serve, teach and Live by precept and example the saving grace of Jesus Christ."

All are welcome to St. Mary’s to Learn, Worship, and Grow.

“A Church Where Love Is Essential and Praise is Intentional”

First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Rev Kevin A. O'Bryant Pastor

Website: Theplbc.org Email: churchclerk@theplbc.org

Dr. Joseph D. Turner Senior Pastor

Service and Times Sunday Apostolic Worship Services 11:00 A.M and 5:00 PM Communion and Feet Wash 4th Sunday at 5:00 PM Prayer/Seeking: Wednesday at 8:00 PM

Rev. Stephen E. Tucker Senior Pastor

“Real Worship for Real People” Website: www.easterncommunity.org Email: ecc@easterncommunity.org

Matthews Memorial Baptist Church

2616 MLK Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Office 202-889-3709 - Fax 202-678-3304 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday 9:30 AM Sunday School: 8:15 AM Bible Study: Wednesdays at Noon Baptism: 4th Sunday 9:30 AM

1636 East Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC 20003 Telephone: 202-544-5588 - Fax: 202-544-2964

The Rev. E. Bernard Anderson Priest

Motto: “Where God is First and Where Friendly People Worship”

1301 North Carolina Ave. N E Washington, D C 20002 202 543 1318 - lincolnpark@lpumcdc.org www.lpumcdc.org

Dr. Lucius M. Dalton Senior Pastor

Sermon On The Mount Temple Of Joy Apostolic Faith Elder Herman L. Simms Pastor

Rev. Richard B. Black Interim Pastor

Mount Moriah Baptist Church

Rev. Curtis l. Staley Pastor

Service and Times Sunday Service: 10:00 AM Sunday School for all ages: 8:30 AM 1st Sunday Baptism: 10:00 AM 2nd Sunday Holy Communion:10:00 AM Tuesday: Bible Study: 6:30 PM Prayer Meeting: 7:45 PM

Lincoln Park United Methodist Church

Israel Baptist Church

Website address: www.mmbcdc.org

Peace Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Michael T. Bell 712 18th Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone 202-399-3450/ Fax 202-398-8836 Service and Times Sunday Early Morning Prayer & Bible Study Class: 8:00 AM Sunday School: 9:00 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:00 AM Wednesday Service: 12:00 PM “The Loving Church of the living lord “ Email Address: admin@pbc712.org

Mt. Horeb Baptist Church

Rev. Oran W. Young Pastor

Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor

602 N Street NW - Washington, D.C. 20001 Office:(202) 289-4480 Fax: (202) 289-4595

2914 Bladensburg Road, NE Wash., DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-3180 - Fax: (202) 529-7738 Service and Times Worship Service: 7:30 AM Sunday School: 9:00 AM Worship Service: 10:30 AM Holy Communion: 4th Sunday 7:30AM & 10:30 AM Prayer Services:Tuesday 7:30 PM. Wednesday 12 Noon

Service and Times Sunday School for All Ages: 8:00 AM Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 AM Midday Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 11:30AM Evening Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00 PM Laymen's League: Thursday 7:00 PM Email: Froffice@firstrising.org Website: www.firstrising.org “Changing Lives On Purpose “

Email:mthoreb@mthoreb.org Website:www.mthoreb.org For further information, please contact me at (202) 529-3180

Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Kendrick E. Curry Pastor 3000 Pennsylvania Ave.. S.E Washington, DC 20020 202 581-1500 Service and Times Sunday Church School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 AM Monday Adult Bible Study: 7:00 PM Wednesday Youth & Adult Activities: 6:30 PM Prayer Service Bible Study

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RALLY from Page 1 al of blue lights that have been shining atop the John A. Wilson Building in support of Israel for nearly a month.

Taylor, alluding to reports she heard about some council members meeting with Israeli embassy officials, asked that Palestinians be shown similar deference.

"The situation in Gaza has reached a critical juncture, marked by sustained Israeli bombardment that has inflicted immense suffering and casualties upon the civilian population,” Taylor said in the letter. “We consider it of utmost importance for our elected representatives to actively participate in this briefing, gaining a deeper understanding of the concerns voiced by their constituents.”

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN PALESTINE AND WHY ARE PEOPLE CALLING FOR CEASEFIRE?

Since early October, Israeli forces have killed more than 10,000 Palestinian women, men and children. Amid the nonstop bombing, the infrastructure of the West Bank is in shambles and many Palestinian homes are without food, water and electricity.

This iteration of the decades-long battle in Gaza started when Hamas, a Palestinian resistance movement clas-

5 Protesters stand in solidarity with Palestinians on Nov. 4 in Washington, D.C..

(Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

sified as a terrorist organization by the U.S. State Department, killed more than 1,000 Israelis in a surprise missile attack on Oct. 7.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who vowed to eliminate Hamas, has organized Israeli forces around Gaza in recent weeks. With evacuations on pause for time being, people on the ground remain concerned about the growing humanitarian crisis.

As images of dead Palestinian women, men and children flooded social media timelines,

VETERANS from Page 1 to statistics from the D.C. Office of Planning.

Each year, on Veterans Day, a federal holiday, a number of events take place in the District and surrounding areas to recognize veterans’ contributions. The African American Civil War Memorial Museum in Northwest will host its annual Veterans Day Wreath Laying from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Also on Veterans Day, District wills and estates attorney Aimee Griffin will lead a seminar—Wills 4 Heroes— taking place in the Friendship Heights neighborhood of Northwest that is designed to provide Black veterans with estate plans that encompasses proper documentation of their wishes and protecting their legacies.

SERVING THE COUNTRY, COMING BACK HOME, VETERANS’ TREATMENT

Patterson served in the Air Force for almost 30 years, leaving the military branch as an E-9 non-commissioned officer with the title of chief master ser-

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“D.C. has a veterans department, and I am satisfied with it,” Plush, 61, said.

“They are doing an okay job.” geant. He said the District government treats veterans well, but has long had reservations about the way the Veterans Administration (VA) hospital in the city, run by the federal government, treats his former colleagues in the military.

“It takes forever to get an appointment at the VA Hospital,” he said with a sigh.

Patterson said District veterans should see that their benefits are up-todate and that they are getting the proper treatment “that reflects their illnesses.” He said more job training is needed for veterans because the transition from the military to civilian job force is often

so have calls for a ceasefire.

Jewish people, some breaking away from Zionists in their community, have protested in front of the White House and across the country in solidarity with Palestinian people. Various ethnic and racial groups have similarly stood for Palestine in the U.S. and around the world.

ELECTED OFFICIALS, LOCAL AND NATIONAL, WEIGH IN

Per the Office of the Secretary to

not easy. He also said the District government should invest more money in mental health programs for veterans.

“It is really very sad,” he said. “A number of homeless people are veterans. It is not talked about as much, but a number of veterans die by suicide.

This is a crisis.”

Like Patterson, Walter Plush lives in Ward 8 and served in the Air Force.

A resident of the Barry Farm vicinity, Plush served 15 years and rose to the rank of captain. His defining assignment was a tour as a peacekeeper in Bosnia in 2000.

Plush said he is satisfied with the services he receives as a veteran from the District government and thinks his colleagues are well served, too.

“D.C. has a veterans department, and I am satisfied with it,” Plush, 61, said. “They are doing an okay job.”

Plush said he appreciates the recognition that veterans receive on Veterans Day but voiced a concern.

“People seem to get Veterans Day mixed up with Memorial Day,” he said.

“Veterans Day recognizes vets who are living while Memorial Day honors people who are dead.”

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the Council, D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D) called for the installation of blue lights atop the John A. Wilson Building for Israel.

During a legislative briefing on Monday, Mendelson said he hasn’t seen Taylor’s letter. When asked about whether he would introduce a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, Mendelson told The Informer that he’s cautious about the council weighing in on international policy.

Meanwhile, D.C. Councilmember Janeese Lewis George (D-Ward 4) called for a ceasefire as early as Oct. 12, and continued to speak in support of that movement in the days that followed. Her office said she has been in communication with schools and Jewish and Muslim faith communities to support those who are facing threats and have been affected by the violence.

In a statement, D.C. Councilmember Robert White (D-At-Large) expressed support for a ceasefire, saying that events in Gaza further stress local Palestinians dealing with public safety and housing issues in the District.

A spokesperson for Councilmember Vincent C. Gray's (D) office said the Ward 7 D.C. council member hasn't met with any Israeli officials nor reviewed Taylor's letter. They also told The Informer that Gray is focused on local matters, but would review any cease-fire resolution that's introduced on its merits.

Councilmember Brianne Nadeau's (D) office forwarded a public statement in which the Ward 1 council member discouraged constituents from taking part in antisemitic and Islamaphobic acts. They however didn't address questions about engagement with Israeli representatives or whether Neadeau supports a council resolution calling for a ceasefire.

D.C. Councilmember Trayon White's office declined to comment.

Other council members didn’t respond to an Informer inquiry on Monday asking about their support of a ceasefire, whether they would introduce a resolution calling for one or if they met with Israeli officials.

This week, leadership within the United Nations, responding to the latest death tolls, issued a statement saying "enough is enough.”

Shortly before, Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) became the first congressional member to call for a ceasefire.

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, a Palestinian American from Michigan, came under scrutiny earlier this month for pro-Palestine comments that her fellow Democrats characterized as anti-semetic.

Meanwhile, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) questioned whether a ceasefire would be feasible with “an organization like Hamas.”

Last week, the GOP-controlled House approved a $14.3 billion spending bill to support Israeli military forces. Around that time, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken rebuffed calls for a ceasefire, saying that doing so would allow Hamas to regroup.

President Joe Biden (D) recently changed his tone on the Israeli-Hamas conflict, but only slightly, when he espoused the need for a “humanitarian pause.” He did so in response to protesters who stormed his campaign event in Minneapolis.

A “humanitarian pause” would allow for the passage of the Palestinian people to a relatively safe place.

PROTESTERS SPEAK OUT IN 15TH ANNUAL BLACK IS BLACK COALITION MARCH

For many of those who took to the streets on Nov. 4, however, neither a humanitarian pause or a ceasefire gets to the heart of what they described as the long-term U.S.-sponsored oppression of Palestinian people.

They likened the situation in Gaza to what indigenous people, Black people and working class people have experienced in the U.S. and other parts of the world under neo-colonial governance.

“Congress is voting with our tax dollars to support an apartheid regime,” said Paul Pumphrey, a member of the Black Is Back Coalition.

On Nov. 4, the Black is Back Coalition conducted its 15th annual march on the White House, also in solidarity with the Palestinian people.

This march involved the African People’s Socialist Party (Uhuru Movement), Friends of the Congo, Black Alliance for Peace, Universal African People’s Organization, Black People's Advancement and Defense Organization, and other organizations that recently launched a campaign focused on protecting anti-colonial free speech.

On Friday, coalition members gathered on the steps of Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe in Northwest to demand the return of land in the West Bank to Palestinians.

For Jacqueline Luqman, Palestine's troubles came long before last month.

Last weekend, she spent much of her time criticizing Zionism, a movement for the establishment and protection of a Jewish nation. Read more on www.washingtoninformer.com WI

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YOUTH from Page 1 future gatherings intended to ease relations between local law enforcement and District youth.

The student ballers, part of the revived Amateur Athletic Union’s Team Dynasty, defeated the MPD officers 49-43 in what was an action-packed game.

Antoine Johnson, Jr., a sophomore shooting guard from Roosevelt Senior High School in Northwest, scored a significant number of points on the evening of Oct. 27.

He told the Informer that he applied pressure, all in the spirit of winning and sparking some friendly competition with the law enforcement officials.

“When I had the dunk, I hyped up the crowd and motivated my team,” Antoine said, later reflecting on the significance of this particular police encounter. “This makes us comfortable with the police in general. It helps them to build a relationship with the community knowing that they’re not the bad guys.”

A NIGHT OF COMPETITION, AND MUTUAL RESPECT

The Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association and Friends of Riggs-Lasalle Recreation Center counted among the sponsors of the Halloween Bash.

Dozens of parents and family members gathered in the bleachers with hot dogs, chips and other treats in hand.

Meanwhile, Al Nice Hebron of Nice Entertainment Concepts played tunes throughout the game that set the tone for a night of fun.

Both teams engaged in a matchup that, at times, became competitive.

During the first half, MPD and Team Dynasty kept the scoring gap close, with members of both teams missing crucial shots. By the end of the first half however, as both teams warmed up, the gap widened a bit.

Team Dynasty maintained a 2315 lead that intensified the game.

During the second half, the game got more physical as MPD’s players increased their defense and took the ball to the paint. Even so, Team Dynasty still maintained a lead to pull out the victory. As they got more comfortable with each other, some of the young players channeled the spirit of Golden State Warriors point guard Steph Curry, successfully hitting many three pointers.

At the end of the matchup, the

can master the fundamentals of basketball.

“People don’t know the police like I did growing up. One of my first basketball coaches was a police officer so I never had that fear," said Brooks, a Riggs Park community member of 30 years who coordinated the Halloween Bash with basketball coach Carlos Thomas. “I want the young people and the officers to know each other and open up. Now when they see the officers [on their beat], they will remember this day.”

5 A revived Team Dynasty played against Metropolitan Police Department officers during the Halloween Bash on Friday, Oct. 27 at Riggs-Lasalle Community Center in Northeast. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

young men shook the officers' hands and took photos with them in the middle of the court. Special guests included Rob Nickens, basketball coach at Roosevelt Senior High School in Northwest, along with Frank Garza, father of Minnesota Timberwolves power forward-center Luka Garza.

D.C. Councilmember Janeese Lewis George (D-Ward 4) later made an appearance, shooting bas-

kets and speaking with community members, including Ronnie Brooks, Team Dynasty coach and event organizer.

Brooks called the event a crucial step in further ingratiating police officers with the young people in the Riggs Park community. He hinted at a future collaboration with Garza, co-founder of the Luka Garza Academy, through which youth at Riggs-Lasalle Community Center

AMID A CHANGE IN TONE, BOTH SIDES EMBRACE AN OPPORTUNITY

In the years since George Floyd’s murder brought about calls for policing reforms, there's been a change in tenor about police-community relations.

For instance, some elected officials, parents, and teachers have increasingly embraced school resource officers as a means of quelling violence taking place in school buildings. The D.C. Council has even taken steps to increase the number

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2023 ADM 001190

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2023 ADM 001167

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Archie Davis Jr. Decedent

Bernard R. Dickens Sr aka Bernard Ross Dickens Sr. Decedent

Loretta M. Brown Decedent

Kenneth Eugene Jackson Jr. Decedent

Roy Wise Decedent

Destiny Fullwood-Singh 200 Massachusetts Ave NW, Floor 8 Washington, DC 20001 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Margie Davis and Patricia Long, whose addresses are 461 H NW #620 Washington DC 20001 and 924 44th Street NW, Washington, DC 20019, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Archie Davis Jr who died on February 12, 2023 without a Will and will serve without Court supervision.

All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 4/26/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 4/26/24, or be forever barred.

Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 10/26/2023 Margie Davis Patricia Long Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Nicole Stevens Register of Wills

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Cornelius E. Dickens Sr. & Sheila A. Feaster, whose addresses are 5613 Emack Ave Lanham MD 20706 and 526 21st Street NE Washington, DC 20002, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Bernard R. Dickens Sr. aka Bernard Ross Dickens Sr. who died on August 21, 2022 without a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 4/26/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 4/26/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 10/26/2023 Cornelius E. Dickens Sr. Sheila A. Feaster Personal Representative

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Estate of Mumbi Grace Fuller aka Mumbi Grace Mogaki

Rose Marie Mells Decedent

Notice is hereby given that a petition has been filed in this Court by Lucy Sandra Mumo for standard probate, including the appointment of one or more personal representatives. Unless a responsive pleading in the form of a complaint or an objection in accordance with Superior Court Probate Division Rule 407 is filed in this Court within 30 days from the date of first publication of this notice, the Court may take the action hereinafter set forth.

In the absence of a will or proof satisfactory to the Court of due execution, enter an order determining that the decedent died intestate appoint an unsupervised personal representative Date of first publication: 11/2/2023 Lucy Sandra Mumo 14801 Cartagena Dr. Gainesville, VA 20155 Petitioner/Attorney: TRUE TEST COPY Nicole Stevens Register of Wills Washington Informer

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Debra L. Sharp, whose address is 523 Bennington Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44505, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Loretta M. Brown who died on July 31, 2023 with a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 4/26/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 4/26/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 10/26/2023 Debra L. Sharp Personal Representative

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Kenneth Eugene Jackson III, whose address is 14813 Mattawoman Drive, Brandywine MD 20613, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Kenneth Eugene Jackson Jr. who died on September 9, 2023 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 4/26/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 4/26/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 10/26/2023 Kenneth Eugene Jackson III Personal Representative

Shari Kleiner 5614 Connecticut Ave., NW, #107 Washington, DC 20015 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Shari G. Keiner, whose address is 5614 Connecticut Ave., NW, #107 Washington DC 20015, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Roy Wise who died on 12/26/2022 without a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/2/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/2/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 11/2/2023 Shari G. Kleiner Personal Representative

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Janelle Jordan 9701 Apollo Drive, Suite 100 Upper Marlboro, MD 20744 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Jemetria M. Dudley, whose address is 2000 Burning Bush Lane Conyers, GA 30094, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Rose Marie Mells who died on June 5, 2023 with a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/2/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/2/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

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Deed Conveyance of Trust & Notice of White Flag Surrender In God We Trust. Deed Conveyance of Trust. Notice of White Flag Surrender.

Notice of Special Appearance : I am that I am: "Jeremy Dylan Creager©", in full life, in propria persona, sui juris, in solo proprio, the beneficiary and heir of: “Divine Core Legacy Trust©”, corp. sole Dba.: “JEREMY DYLAN CREAGER©", "JEREMY D CREAGER©", “JEREMY CREAGER©”, “CREAGER, JEREMY DYLAN©” having reached the age of majority, hereby affirms to declare a Deed Conveyance of the following trust’s, being duly certified hereby affirms the following: under the natural laws governing Californian Americans, i hereby declare and proclaim the following from this day forward in harmony with my nationality status and jurisdiction, the trust’s currently doing business as: “Creager Family Trust”, and “Perfect Darkness Trust” are hereby conveyed with 100% (one hundred percent) clear, clean, and perfected Title Deed Conveyance to “Divine Core Legacy Trust©”. pursuant to The Geneva Conventions, Article III, as a minister of yhwh's covenant, and Internationally Protected Person.

Notice of: LAWS AND CUSTOMS OF WAR ON LAND (HAGUE, IV), ARTICLE: 32, 45, 46, & 47. Notice of Claim pursuant to Public Law 87-846, TITLE II, SEC. 203. Notice of Bailment Merging of Legal Title with Equitable Title : This order is to preserve legal and equitable title, and to reserve all rights, title, and interest, in the property, conveyed to "Divine Core Legacy Trust©". All property of the same issue and amount, in like kind and specie, is to be returned fully intact, as a Special Deposit order of the Depositor / Beneficiary / Bailor / Donor / Principal / Creditor: "jeremy dylan creager©", nom deguerre: "Jeremy Dylan Creager©", as a special deposit order in lawful money. This special deposit is to be used exclusively for the benefit of: "Divine Core Legacy Trust©", an Inter Vivos Unincorporated Divine Grantor Trust. This deposit is not to be commingled with general assets of any bank, nor depositary / trustee / agent / bailee / donee / debtor. This deposit is not limited to, but including discharge and set off, of any and all outstanding liabilities as accord and satisfaction. Public Law 97-116 sec. 12 sub-sec. b of sec. 274.

Inter alia enact fuit. All Rights Reserved. Deo volente.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

2023 ADM 001161

2023 ADM 001215

Tol Winslow Shackelford Decedent

LaVerne B. Rodgers Decedent

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Joslyn P. Scott, whose address is 5206 Decatur Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Tol Winslow Shackelford who died on June 30, 2023 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/9/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/9/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 11/9/2023 Joslyn P. Scott Personal Representative

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Jennifer E. Loud, Esq. The Loud Law Firm 1439 Holly Street, NW Washington, DC 20012 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Rashad L. Rodgers, whose address is 3600 West Broad Street, Apt. 240, Richmond, VA 23230, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of LaVerne B. Rodgers who died on August 4, 2023 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding.

Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/9/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/9/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 11/9/2023 Rashad L. Rodgers Personal Representative

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LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

2023 ADM 001309

2023 ADM 001127

2023 ADM 001165

Theresa I. Lewis Decedent

Lafayette Sessoms Decedent

Tamara Jones, Esq. The Legal Courthouse, PLLC 6218 Georgia Ave., Suite 1-682 NW Washington, DC 20011 Attorney

Sharon Legall 1325 G Street NW Suite 500 Washington, DC 20005 Attorney

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Diane Baxter, whose address is 1805 Tulip St., NW, Washington, DC 20012, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Theresa I. Lewis who died on July 21, 2023 with a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/9/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/9/2024, or be forever barred.

Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Dwayne L. Sessoms, whose address is 3909 Lakehouse Rd., Apt 16, Beltsville, MD 20705, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Lafayette Sessoms who died on 7/30/2023 without a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/9/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/9/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Estate of Dalaneo M. Martin NOTICE OF STANDARD PROBATE Notice is hereby given that a petition has been filed in this Court by Terra Martin for standard probate, including the appointment of one or more personal representatives. Unless a responsive pleading in the form of a complaint or an objection in accordance with Superior Court Probate Division Rule 407 is filed in this Court within 30 days from the date of first publication of this notice, the Court may take the action hereinafter set forth.

In the absence of a will or proof satisfactory to the Court of due execution, enter an order determining that the decedent died intestate appoint an unsupervised personal representative Date of first publication: 11/9/2023 Edward G. Varrone, Esq. 1825 K Street, NW Suite 1150 Washington, DC 20006 Petitioner/Attorney:

Date of first publication: 11/9/2023

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Diane Baxter Personal Representative

Nicole Stevens Register of Wills Washington Informer

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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

2023 ADM 000448

2023 ADM 001251

Duke Wilson Decedent

Louise M. Mims Decedent

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Sharon Legall 1325 G Street, NW Suite 500 Washington, DC 20005 Attorney

Jennifer Wilson, whose address is 4761 Fern Flat Road, Aptos, CA 95003, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Duke Wilson who died on 12/14/2022 with a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/9/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/9/2024, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 11/9/2023 Jennifer Wilson Personal Representative

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Denise M. Mims, whose address is 3815 Crystal Lane, Temple Hills MD, 20748, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Louise M. Mims who died on 07/26/2023 without a Will and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/9/2024. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/9/2024, or be forever barred.

Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.

Date of first publication: 11/9/2023 Denise M. Mims Personal Representative

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Date of first publication: 11/9/2023 Dwayne L. Sessoms Personal Representative

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Phase 2 Declaration of Nationality Protocol In God We Trust. Declaration of Nationality. Notice of White Flag Surrender.

Notice of Special Appearance: I am that I am: " Babafunke Ajamu©/Wendall Carl Goins© ", in full life, in propria persona, sui juris, in solo proprio, Haqdar by natural issue, the beneficiary and heir of: “BABAFUNKE AJAMU/WENDALL CARL GOINS ", corp. sole Dba.: "WENDALL C GOINS©/Babafunke Ajamu©", Wendall Goins, WENDELL CARL GOINS, Wendell C Goins, Wendell Goins, WENDELL GOINS, WENDELL C GOINS, OLOYE ABIODUN, AKILI TARISHI, having reached the age of majority, being aboriginal to the northwestern and southwestern shores of Africa, the Atlantic Islands, the continental Americas, being duly certified, hereby affirms to declare my tribal intention to be as my pedigree subscribes, as an: American Moor, but not a citizen of the United States. I declare permanent, and unalienable, allegiance to The Moorish Empire, Al Maghreb Al Aqsa, Estados al Marikanos, Societas Republicae Ea Al Maurikanuus Estados, The Constitution for the united States of America, Article III Section 2, The Lieber Code, Hague Conventions of 1899 & 1907, The Geneva Conventions, [ United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples ], and all natural laws governing moors, and hereby declare and proclaim my nationality in good faith as an: American Moor. I am that I am: " Babafunke Ajamu©/Wendall Carl Goins© ", from this day forward, in harmony with my Nationality / Status / Jurisdiction, shall be known as: "babafunke ajamu© ". Notice of White Flag Surrender: as "hors de combat", pursuant to The Geneva Conventions, Article III, as a minister of The Moorish Empire, and Internationally Protected Person. Notice of: LAWS AND CUSTOMS OF WAR ON LAND HAGUE, IV), ARTICLE: 32, 45, 46, & 47. Notice of Claim pursuant to Public Law 87-846, TITLE II, SEC. 203. Notice of Bailment Merging of Legal Title with Equitable Title: This order is to preserve legal and equitable title, and to reserve all rights, title, and interest, in the property, Re: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Department of Health: STATE FILE NUMBER, 01760301949 " WENDALL CARL GOINS© ", is as a special deposit order, conveyed to " House of Goins Trust© ". All property of the same issue and amount, in like kind and specie, is to be returned fully intact, as a Special Deposit order of the Depositor / Beneficiary / Bailor / Donor / Principal / Creditor: " babafunke ajamu", nom deguerre: " Babafunke Ajamu/ Wendall Carl Goins© ", as a special deposit order in lawful money. This special deposit is to be used exclusively for the benefit of: " HOUSE OF GOINS TRUST© ", an Inter Vivos Unincorporated Divine Grantor Trust. This deposit is not to be commingled with general assets of any bank, nor depositary / trustee / agent / bailee / donee / debtor. This deposit is not limited to, but including: discharge and set off, of any and all outstanding liabilities as accord and satisfaction. Inter alia enact fuit. All Rights Reserved. Deo volente.

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LEGAL NOTICES In God We Trust Declaration of Nationality Notice of Special Appearance: I am that I am: ''Taddeo Kavuma Kintu©'', in full life, in propria persona, sui juris, in solo proprio, Haqdar by natural issue, the beneficiary and heir of: ''KINTU, TADDEO KAVUMA©'', corp. sole d.b.a: ''TADDEO KAVUMA KINTU©'', and any derivative thereof are under Copyright 1977, having reached the age of majority, being aboriginal to northwestern and southwestern shores of Africa, the Atlantic Islands, the continental Americas, being duly certified, hereby affirms to declare my tribal intention to be as my pedigree subscribes, as a: ganda Moorish American, but not a citizen of the United States. I declare permanent, and unalienable allegiance to The Buganda Kingdom, The Moorish Empire, Societas Republicae Ea Al Maurikanuus Estados, The Constitution for the united States of America, Article III Section 2, The Lieber Code, Hague Conventions of 1899 & 1907, The Geneva Conventions, [United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples] and all natural laws governing moors and baganda, and hereby declare and proclaim my nationality in good faith as a: ganda Moorish American. I am that I am: ''Taddeo Kavuma Kintu©'', from this day forward, in harmony with my Nationality/Status/Jurisdiction, shall be known as: “taddeo kavuma©''. Notice of White Flag Surrender: as "hors de combat", pursuant to The Geneva Conventions, Article III, as an minister of YHWH’S covenant and an Internationally Protected Person. NOTICE-OF-LAWS-AND-CUSTOMS-OF-WAR-ON-LAND(HAGUE, IV), ARTICLE: 45, 46, & 47. Notice of Claim pursuant to Public Law 87-846, TITLE II, Sec. 203. Notice of Bailment Merging of Legal Title with Equitable Title: This order is to preserve legal and equitable title and to reserve all rights, title, and interest in the property, Re: MARYLAND-DEPARTMENT-OF-PUBLIC-HEALTH – DIVISON-OF-VITAL RECORDS - BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, STATEFILE-NUMBER: 119-77-22241 ''TADDEO KAVUMA KINTU©'', to the depositor: “taddeo kavuma©'', a.k.a. “Taddeo Kavuma Kintu©”, nom de guerre: ''kintu, taddeo kavuma©''. All property, of the same issue and amount, in like kind and specie, is to be returned fully intact, as a Special Deposit order of the Depositor / Beneficiary / Bailor / Donor / Principal / Creditor: “taddeo kavuma©'', a.k.a. ''Taddeo Kavuma Kintu©'', nom de guerre: ''kintu, taddeo kavuma©'', as a special deposit order in lawful money.

This special deposit is to be used exclusively for the benefit of: ''Katana’s Leopard Trust©'', an Inter Vivos Unincorporated Divine Grantor Trust. This deposit is not to be commingled with general assets of any bank, nor depositary / trustee / agent / bailee / donee / debtor. This deposit is not limited to, but including: discharge and set off of any and all outstanding liabilities as accord and satisfaction. Notice: I am in union and good faith with the United States, the United States of America, and the United Nations. I am not a heathen, sovereign citizen, terrorist or any title and/or status of like kind. Inter alia enaetatum fuit.

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YOUTH from Page 49 of MPD officers.

During an upcoming D.C. Council’s legislative meeting in November, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D), a former Michigan Park and Riggs Park resident, will introduce emergency legislation that reactivates an anti-loitering law and loosens restrictions that she said hinders police officers’ ability to carry out their duties.

Bowser announced the emergency legislation at MPD’s Fourth District headquarters during the latter part of October. Three years earlier, protesters stormed that police station in the aftermath of Karon Hylton-Brown’s police-involved murder. Weeks before Bowser’s announcement, activists converged on MPD central headquarters in Judiciary Square in demand of accountability for police officers who’ve killed Kevin Hargraves-Shird and other civilians in recent years.

Meanwhile, community members living around Riggs-Lasalle Community Center are dealing with crime, albeit not at the rate seen in other parts of the District.

As of Nov. 1, MPD police service area 406, which includes Riggs-Lasalle Community Center, has experienced 36 incidents of crime, according to data compiled by the police department. Theft, including that from and of motor vehicles, accounted for a significant portion of incidents.

MPD also recorded one robbery this year that happened not too far from Riggs-Lasalle Community Center.

On Oct. 27, MPD officer Phillippe Slater entered the community center, not as a patrol officer, but as a community member going toe to toe with some young ballers. For him, the competition proved essential because he got to see the youth in a different light.

“They’re really talented. I love that they’re competitors,” Slater told the Informer as he spoke about Team Dynasty. “They made me play harder. I see some of the young people’s faces and I check out the recreation center sometimes. It’s good to see them on the street [next time] so they’re more comfortable.”

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At present, Coach Tuberville has single-handily blocked the Senate confirmation of over 370 senior military officers in his personal protest of a Department of Defense policy that offers travel reimbursements to military members who may need to travel to obtain reproductive healthcare or abortions. The fallout remains widespread because impacted people have no say over the policy. Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, a former naval aviator who flew 39 combat missions in the Gulf War, has been Tuberville's most outspoken critic. In an op-ed, Kelly condemned Tuberville's blockade and spoke of how it adversely affected many military families. "Tuberville is

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MORIAL from Page 31 tors. So, in the big picture, I view it as a positive."

The character of John Shaft — described in the film's theme song as "the cat that won't cop out when there's danger all about" and "a sex machine to all the chicks" — marked a turning point in the depiction of Black men on the silver screen. As Roundtree said, "the image kids see of him on the screen is of black man who is for once a winner."

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said, "Black women don't always get to do what we want to do, but always do what we have to do."

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He later called his diagnosis "a backhanded blessing" after fans credited his candor with saving lives.

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For clean energy incentives, many states also have stepped in with their own support that can significantly improve the attractiveness of acting to switch to a cleaner product. That's means the opportunities can vary a lot from place to place.

To help fill the gap, the Sierra Club is making a national push to recruit, prepare, and offer volunteers across the country — Community Advocates — to help people and their communities get the support that's available to protect the planet.

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For clean energy incentives, many states also have stepped in with their own support that can significantly improve the attractiveness of acting to switch to a cleaner product. That's means the opportunities can vary a lot from place to place. portation to electric school buses.

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