Volume XXX, Number III January 23-29, 2020 Unerasing Black women in suffrage struggle

- See Page 3 UNT student to create new Visit us online at www.northdallasgazette.com tool for strokes - See Page 4 Rev. Dr. William Barber Allred receives ‘Across the addresses systemic racism, Aisle’ award poverty and voting rights - See Page 5 By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior Correspondent Security is a top priority for Rev. Dr. William Barber II believes that everyone has a right to live. DISD students Through his Poor People’s Cam- paign, Dr. Barber is continuing to - See Page 6 build a movement to overcome sys- temic racism, systemic poverty, eco- St. Marks students logical devastation, militarism of the budget and the false moral narrative host cleanup for of white religious nationalism. MLK Day service In an exclusive telephone confer- ence with the Black Press of Ameri- ca, Dr. Barber and his Poor People’s - See Page 7 Campaign Co-Chair, Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharris, said America has a moral Houston, B.I.G. crisis. “Democrats run from poverty and Reverend William Barber II, president of the North Carolina state chapter of the slate for Rock Republicans racialize poverty,” Dr. NAACP, delivered an electrifying speech during the 2017 NNPA Mid-Winter Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (Photo: Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA) Hall of Fame Barber stated during the more than one-hour discussion. who, along with Dr. Theoharris, and Black Press that the ranks of the Poor - See Page 9 “We have invited both sides of others launched the Poor People’s People’s Campaign would increase the political fence. We’ve invited the Campaign, spearheaded initially by as they broaden their efforts. White House to come and talk with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. They noted figures that show 140 Many options us. They’ve refused,” stated Dr. Bar- The Campaign conducted what it million poor and low-wealth people on stage this ber, the founder of Repairers of the said was a 50-year audit of systemic live in the United States – from every Breach, a national leadership devel- racism, poverty, ecological devasta- race, creed, sexuality, and place. week in DFW opment organization, which expands tion, and the war economy in the U.S. “We aim to make sure these indi- upon his Moral Monday movement. They said the findings have already viduals are no longer ignored, dis- - See Page 10 “This administration has been vir- helped to inform and build state and missed, or pushed to the margins of tually silent on the issue of poverty. local, nonpartisan fusion movements our political and social agenda,” Dr. Sister Tarpley: The president talked about unem- that are committed to challenging Theoharris stated. ployment being down, but under- laws and policies that are antithetical With 2020 counting as a pivotal Some famous employment is up. The number of to the broad tenets of social justice. election year, Dr. Barber pointed out quotes of MLK people that have dropped out of the Dr. Barbara and Theoharris, who workforce is up,” said Dr. Barber, See BARBER, Page 10 is a pastor from New York, told the - See Page 15

Inside... See Page 2 People In The News... People In the News ...... 2 Op/Ed ...... 3 READERS Health ...... 4 Community ...... 5 SOUND OFF!!! Education ...... 6 See Page 2 to see what Irving / Carrollton / Plano ...... 7 NDG readers are saying City Briefs ...... 8 about the latest news! Entertainment ...... 9-10 Mollie Belt George Teague Marketplace ...... 11-12 Career Opportunity ...... 13 NDG Quote of the Week: ”I’m not quite sure what freedom is, but I know damn well what it ain’t. Church Directory ...... 14-15 How have we gotten so silly, I wonder.” — Assata Shakur NDG Book Review ...... 16 People in the News www.NorthDallasGazette.com Committee unanimously Richards. For Belt, the conference tising dollars will come,” Mollie Belt selected Belt for the honor. “Mollie has demonstrated isn’t just about accepting she added. By Stacy M. Brown With the theme, “Pub- great leadership and guid- such distinguished honor In Dallas, Belt observed NNPA Senior Correspondent lishing Industry: Innova- ance to uplift the publish- from her peers, but it’s a that when The Dallas Ex- tion & Sustainability of the ers and the entire organiza- reminder of how important aminer was founded it A tragedy initially Black Press of America,” tion,” Richards stated. the Black Press remains to was the only Black-owned brought Mollie Belt into the the three-day conference NNPA President and its readers, sponsors, and newspaper in which the world of newspaper pub- which begins on Jan. 23 in- CEO, Dr. Benjamin F. Cha- advertisers. community could receive lishing. cludes training workshops, vis, Jr., stated that the NNPA “It’s imperative that we hard news. Now, 34 years after the panel discussions, and pre- “resolutely congratulates publish the news and re- “Black newspapers are tragic murder of her parents sentations. Mollie Finch Belt for being member at all times that we the only real voice of the – Dallas Examiner Publish- “It is with great pleasure selected to receive the 2020 are the voice of the black community that I know of er and Civil Rights leader that the NNPA Executive NNPA Lifetime Achieve- community,” Belt stated. in Dallas. We don’t have a Fred Finch, Jr., and Mildred Committee has selected ment Award.” “We have to remember black-owned television sta- Finch – Belt’s foray into the 2020 Publisher Lifetime Mollie Belt for the honor “Mollie’s local, state- that we are here to print tion or a black-owned radio news business is nothing Achievement Award dur- of the Publishers Lifetime wide, regional, and national the news. I always think station.” Belt stated. short of a triumph. ing the trade organization’s Achievement Award for her leadership as the distin- of what someone told me Born in 1943 in Dallas, A former longtime gov- Annual Mid-Winter Train- contributions to the NNPA guished publisher of the years ago, which was to not Belt’s mother was a math- ernment employee, Belt is ing Conference in Fort Lau- for so many years,” stated Dallas Examiner exempli- worry about getting more ematics instructor while her set to receive the Nation- derdale, Florida on Friday, NNPA National Chair and fies the best of the Black advertising, to just print the father was an attorney and Houston Forward Times Press of America,” Chavis news, and if your editorial al Newspaper Publish- January 24. See BELT, Page 11 ers Association (NNPA) The NNPA’s Executive Publisher Karen Carter stated. content is good, the adver- career playing for – fills after retiring from the pro- incorporating positive life- Charlotte Jones. “During his George Teague me with excitement, but fessional game. skill, servant leadership, and time with the Dallas Cow- The Dallas Cowboys also with humbleness. I am Teague took over the character education lessons. boys, George was a great have named George Teague, grateful for this opportunity John Paul II High School His 2019 season included a example of hard work and former player and Head to represent the Cowboys football program in 2017 four-game winning streak, a dedication both to the team Coach at John Paul II High and my John Paul II High after coaching at Harvest district victory that took 11 and his community. He has School in Plano, Texas as School family with this rec- Christian Academy, Carroll- overtimes to claim against now transferred that cham- the team’s 2019 Don Shula ognition.” ton Christian Academy and rival Bishop Dunne and the pionship tradition to impact- NFL High School Coach of Teague attended the Uni- The Shelton School, where implementation of a game ing the lives of student-ath- the Year Award nominee. versity of Alabama and was he also served as Athletic plan that took advantage of letes in a positive way and Named after Pro Football selected in the first round Director. In three seasons the talent on both sides of we could not be prouder to Hall of Famer Don Shula, of the 1993 NFL Draft by with John Paul II, Teague the ball. recognize him for his con- the winningest coach in the Green Bay Packers. transformed a program that “The Dallas Cowboys are tinued dedication.” NFL history — this pres- His nine-year NFL career had never seen playoff ac- proud to recognize George All 32 NFL market Don tigious award recognizes “I am extremely honored was spent with the Pack- tion into a team confident Teague for the work he is Shula Award nominees are high school football coach- to be nominated by the Dal- ers (1993-1995), Miami enough to take the field in doing to build great foot- invited to attend the 2020 es in each NFL team market las Cowboys for the Don Dolphins (1997) and Dal- a state championship game. ball players, but more im- Pro Bowl in Orlando, Flor- for their character, integrity, Shula High School Coach las Cowboys (1996, 1998- His off-the-field work- portantly men of character ida to be recognized during leadership, dedication to the of the Year Award,” said 2001). An active member out and training program through the game of foot- the NFL’s week-long cele- community, commitment to Teague. “Being recognized of the Legends Community, encourages growth in his ball,” said Dallas Cowboys bration of football. Coaches Teague found coaching suc- student-athletes both physi- Executive Vice President player protection and on- by the Cowboys – a team I See TEAGUE, Page 9 field success. spent five years of my NFL cess at the high school ranks cally and mentally while and Chief Brand Officer NDG Readers Sound Off... Rev. CW Wallace preach sometimes! Houston is proud, con- church. I sang in the choir Retirement - Gloria Joe-Allen grats Pastor service well from age 5 to 18. Went done. from Guide and Light to Thank you for the ar- Our church is losing an - Herman Clay Voices if Praise. Great ticle about Pastor Wallace Icon, an anointed man of memories!!! at PRMBC. I am 36 yr. God. What will Pastor do Well done faithful ser- - Kristie January Harris Member. now? How difficult will vant. - George J Bolton this transition be for him? - Kevin Anderson Fellowshipped with this - Sharron Boyd church for years! #Salutes Much love pastor Wal- Congratulations sir but - Kuntri KRone Reagan lace. My grandfather Congratulations to my we all know he will con- tinue to do God’s work. He use to do our fall re- Deacon Marcus Parker, friend Dr. Wallace! - Kelly Hogan vival in Fort Worth. Loved loved you and the Pilgram - Kenneth M. Davis Rest family. I pray God to hear him preach. Con- will walk with you, every Amazing man of God. gratulations to him o his Such a great man. We step.... - LaToya Smith retirement. will miss his incredible - Omari Smith - Teresa Berryman leadership, preaching, and “I MUST BE THERE!!” Johnson We sure will miss his anointing at Pilgrim Rest. - Brenda Unique Barnes leadership, preaching Thankful Jerome Great To share your the word, and singing! 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2 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com www.NorthDallasGazette.com Op-Ed Redefining suffrage,

P.O. Box 763866 - Dallas, Texas 75736-3866 unerasing black women Phone: 972-432-5219 - Fax: 972-509-9058 By Gwen McKinney tutional measure. Though ment. It was intersectional appropriate time to redefine “Do what you say you are many Black women led and linked with abolition universal suffrage through Sojourner Truth. Harriet suffrage campaigns, the of slavery, anti-lynching the prism of triumphs and going to do ... when you say Tubman. Ida B. Wells. Shir- 19th Amendment put white battles, literacy drives, tragedies. Trust Black you are going to do it.” ley Chisholm. Rosa Parks. women on an empower- sharecropper land rights women must be more than These household names, ment tract to electoral en- campaigns and the estab- a cliché. Publisher’s Office: spanning a couple of cen- gagement. Interestingly, the lishment of a radical Black Unerased Black Women [email protected] turies, qualify for the Suf- suffrage movement, fes- press that was led by many promises to create brave frage Hall of Fame. tooned in the symbolic col- Black women suffragists. spaces and in alliance with Sales Department: Almost a buzz word syn- or white, is often portrayed Our suffrage quest con- Black newspapers across onymous with the Year of through a narrow window tinued through the Civil the country, unfurl a frank [email protected] the Woman, in 2020 the uncomplicated by the stric- Rights Era and passage of public conversation about 972-509-9049 centerpiece of suffrage will tures of race and power that the Voting Rights Act of Suffrage, Race, and Power. be marked by the 100th framed the Amendment 1965 which finally, for the Through a digital desti- Editorial Department: Anniversary of the 19th then and now. first time, delivered the nation, we’ll turn our ear to [email protected] Amendment granting wom- Look no further than franchise to Black people in a beating heart of resilience, en’s voting rights. Referred the historical landscape the South. resistance, words and deed. Online: to as a bold justice move- of that moment. Congres- Rewind centuries earlier. Daughter of slaves, descen- ment, suffrage will be cel- sional approval of the Act Our demand to self-gov- dants of warriors, writers, www.NorthDallasGazette.com ebrated as America’s march in 1919 was the same year ern predates the formation journalists, teachers, men- www.twitter.com/NDGEditor to full democracy. as the infamous Red Sum- of this republic, beginning tors, activists – universal www.facebook.com/NorthDallasGazette In popular parlance, can mer, a tumultuous white in 1619 when the first Af- suffragists all – have some- www.pinterest.com/NDallasGazette we unpack the significance supremacist reign of terror ricans, snatched from their thing to say. of suffrage and inclusive and lynching in Black com- ancestral home, landed on Frances Ellen Watkins www.instagram.com/NorthDallasGazette democracy for Black wom- munities across the coun- these shores. Those name- Harper. Anna Julia Cooper. en? Words matter. But the try. One year after the 19th less suffrage pioneers Mary Ann Shadd. Harriet STAFF impact and impetus of their Amendment was adopted in joined with their men to re- Jacobs. Josephine St. Pierre Chairman Emeritus Religious / Marketing Editor meaning matter more. 1921 racist mobs set ablaze sist and carry the torch for Ruffin. Mary McLeod Bet- Jim Bochum Shirley Demus Tarpley Here’s a composite defi- Tulsa, OK, decimating all people – Native Ameri- hune. Fannie Lou Ham- (“Sister Tarpley”) 1933-2009 nition from online diction- what was revered as Black cans, Chinese immigrants er. Ella Baker. Gertrude aries: Wall Street. and even Irish indentured Bustill-Mossell. Charlot- NDG Senior Columnist Published by The Year of the Woman servants – denied funda- ta Bass. Marvel Jackson Ed Gray Suffrage is the right to Minority Opportunity News, Inc. vote in public elections. battle cry is perversely at mental liberty. Then and Cooke. Contributing Writers Universal suffrage means odds with Black women’s now, we wage claims to Most of these women Editor Tiffany Gilbert everyone gets to vote, as unbroken quest for libera- own our bodies, voices and can’t claim household name Ruth Ferguson Jackie Hardy opposed to only men or tion. Although lauded to- choices. status in the traditional suf- Angela Loston property holders… For ex- day as the most reliable and We build on that truth by frage roll call. But their no- Community Marketing Jacquinette Murphy ample, after trying for about consistent voting bloc for redefining suffrage beyond ble stories will be unerased. Nadina Davis Dwain Price a hundred years, American democratic change, we’ve the limited act of casting a Stay tuned as suffrage, Terri Schlichenmeyer women were granted suf- historically endured being ballot. For Black women, redefined, meets our truth. Production David Wilfong frage and voted for the first marginalized, dismissed the narrative is rooted in Gwen McKinney is cam- David Wilfong time in 1920. and erased. telling herstory, unerasing paign director of an ini- The 19th Amendment Black women’s demand the achievements of yester- tiative, “Suffrage. Race. was adopted Aug. 18, 1920, to be equal and heard ex- day and the possibilities for Power: Unerased Black NDG Obituary Dept. after the required number tends beyond the century the future. Women,” that will launch Vicky Richardson-Stewart of states ratified the consti- run-up to the 19th Amend- This centennial year is an in March . VP of Operations League of Women Voters of Texas files lawsuit demanding online motor voter registration SAN ANTONIO — The sees first-hand how barriers time they obtain, renew, Advocacy and Litigation League of Women Voters to registration keep eligi- or update their driver’s for the League of Women of Texas and other plain- ble Texans from the ballot license. In Texas, this op- Voters of the United States. tiffs filed a federal law- box,” said Grace Chimene, portunity is only offered “With a growing number suit claiming that the state president of the League of when eligible residents ap- of people relying on online violates the National Voter Women Voters of Texas. pear at a Texas Department tools to renew and update Registration Act (NVRA) “By not providing this ac- of Public Safety office in their driver’s licenses, the by not providing voter reg- cess to online users, the person—not when they up- state must ensure that these istration with driver’s li- state of Texas is denying its date or renew their license residents have the same op- cense applications online. voters their rights.” online. “The law is clear: portunities for voter regis- North Dallas Gazette assumes no responsibility “Voters have a right to clear Also known as the “mo- each time a person uses a tration as everyone else.” for unsolicited material and reserves the right to and easy access to regis- tor-voter law,” the NVRA driver’s license application, The League of Women edit and make appropriate revisions. tration. As an organization requires states to ensure that application must serve Voters of Texas and its dedicated to voter infor- the opportunity for voters as an application for voter fellow plaintiffs are repre- The North Dallas Gazette, formerly Minority Opportunity News, was founded in July 1991, by Mr. Jim Bochum and Mr. Thurman R. Jones. North Dallas mation and advocacy, the to register to vote or update registration,” said Celina sented by the Texas Civil Gazette is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Minority Opportunity News, Inc. League of Women Voters their voter registration each Stewart, Senior Director of Rights Project. For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette | 3 Health www.NorthDallasGazette.com UNT scientist to create a new tool that may lead to treatments for chronic pain and stroke recovery DENTON (UNT) —If- that will record neural sig- light.” being funded through a and graduate students. ana Mahbub, an assistant nals from electrodes inside Today, scientists are lim- $500,000 National Science “I am developing an professor in the College of the brain and provide stim- ited to external electrodes Foundation Faculty Early interactive circuit design Engineering at the Univer- ulation in the form of vis- or wires running directly Career Development Pro- module that will teach fun- sity of North Texas, is de- ible light from tiny LEDs,” from the brain for data re- gram grant, The CAREER damental concepts of engi- veloping a wireless record- said Mahbub, who works cording, stimulation, and grant is one of the NSF’s neering and neuroscience ing, stimulation and power in the Department of Elec- power. By eliminating the most prestigious awards. It to students in sixth through system that will allow med- trical Engineering. “This need for wires, test sub- supports early-career fac- 12th grade,” she said. “I ical researchers to study will allow researchers to jects will not have to wear ulty who have the potential also will be mentoring and possibly treat brain study genetically modified bulky recorders and batter- to serve as academic role diseases such as chronic neurons in the brain. Sci- ies. Power will be delivered models in research and ed- students at the Northwest neuropathic pain and post- entists will actually be able through inductive coupling, ucation. ISD STEM Academy and Dr. Ifana Mahbub, assistant underrepresented students professor of Electrical Engineer- stroke paralysis. to monitor neural signals in the same technique used to As part of the grant, ing, photographed outside the “My goal is to develop real-time and see responses wirelessly charge mobile Mahbub also will design in STEM from UNT’s own Discovery Park Clean Room at a microscopic, wirelessly throughout the brain when devices. a learning curriculum for Texas Academy of Math- the University of North Texas, powered, wireless system the neurons are exposed to Mahbub’s research is pre-college, undergraduate ematics and Science.” Denton on January 9, 2020. (Ranjani Groth/UNT) McKinney toddler in need of life-saving liver transplant With the cost of a life- ing communities in raising for COTA in honor of trans- recommended a life-saving information should contact transplant is complete, in- saving transplant often funds for transplant-related plant patients like a local liver transplant. McKin- Community Coordinator dividuals face significant exceeding $800,000, most expenses. toddler, Clark Wilcox. ney volunteers are raising Misti Walton at mwalton@ transplant-related expens- transplant patients are un- COTA works with indi- Clark is the son of Chrys- $50,000 for COTA to assist theharborofhope.org. es, including medication; able to shoulder that finan- viduals of any age with a tal and Chris Wilcox. Born with transplant-related ex- COTA helps transplant transportation to and from cial burden. The Children’s single-gene disorder such as in 2018, Clark was diag- penses. patients avoid financial the transplant center; lodg- Organ Transplant Associa- Polycystic Kidney Disease, nosed with Alagille Syn- Volunteers are needed devastation. Transplant ing; and expenses while tion (COTA) is a national Cystic Fibrosis, or Sickle drome. The transplant team for this COTA community procedure costs range parents are out of work 501(c)3 charity dedicated Cell Disease. In McKinney, at Dallas Children’s Hospi- campaign. Individuals and from $100,000 to more See LIVER, Page 7 to organizing and guid- volunteers are raising funds tal in McKinney, Texas, has groups interested in more than $800,000. Once the Hookah smoke may be associated with increased risk of blood clots For the first time, in a a mouthpiece. Charcoal bri- can Heart Association pub- like this highlight the high Pharm.D., Ph.D. Author study conducted in mice, quettes are used to “burn” lished a Scientific State- risk of hookah smoking.” disclosures are in the manu- researchers found that to- the tobacco. ment, “Water Pipe (Hookah) Co-authors are Ahmed script. bacco smoke from a hookah In this study, research- Smoking and Cardiovascu- Alarabi, M.D., M.P.H.; The National Institute caused blood to function ers exposed mice to hoo- lar Disease Risk,” to ana- Zubair Karim, Ph.D.; Jean of Environmental Health abnormally and be more kah smoke from a smok- lyze available research on Ramirez, M.S.; Keziah Her- Sciences and the National likely to clot and quickly ing machine that mimicked the health effects of hookah nandez, M.P.A.; Patricia Heart, Lung, and Blood form blood clots, which can real-life smoking habits. smoking. The Statement Lozano, M.S.; Jose Rivera, Institute of the National In- increase the risk of heart at- The smoking machine used notes that hookah smoking Pharm.D.; and co-leader of stitutes of Health partially tack or stroke, according to 12 grams of commercially results in inhaling signifi- the study Fatima Alshbool, funded the study. new research published to- available, flavored tobacco cant levels of toxic chemi- day in the American Heart that included tobacco, glyc- cals such as carbon mon- Association’s journal Ar- erin, molasses and natural oxide and particulates from teriosclerosis, Thrombo- flavor with nicotine and tar. tobacco that can harm blood sis and Vascular Biology Researchers then compared vessels, the heart and lungs, (ATVB). platelet activity among the as well as creating a depen- Researchers found that to- American Heart Association exposed vs. the unexposed dence on nicotine. bacco smoke from a hookah cigarettes. Some studies mice. “This study provides caused blood clots to form have found that the smoke The study simulated the additional evidence that, within an average of about emitted from one hookah type of nicotine exposure contrary to popular belief, 11 seconds, compared to tobacco smoking episode that occurs with smoking a hookah smoking adverse- an average of 5 minutes for contains significantly more hookah, which the research- ly affects cardiovascular clotting without exposure to harmful chemicals com- ers verified by measuring health. From 2011 to 2015, hookah smoke. Exposure pared to a single cigarette,” the levels of cotinine, the the number of United States- to the hookah smoke also said Fadi Khasawneh, nicotine metabolite. based waterpipe establish- caused other abnormalities Ph.D., associate professor “Our findings provide ments is estimated to have related to the way the blood and chair of pharmaceutical new evidence that hookah more than doubled, and flows. sciences at The University smoking is as unhealthy – if interest has grown among “Hookah smoking, which of Texas at El Paso. not more so – than tradition- both teens and adults,” said is becoming more popular Hookah, also known as al cigarettes,” Khasawneh Aruni Bhatnagar, Ph.D., in Western countries, is per- waterpipe smoking, is a said. “Smoking a hookah, chair of the Scientific State- ceived as less harmful than unique method of smok- cigarettes, e-cigarettes or ment writing group. “Al- cigarettes, yet hookahs carry ing tobacco. It consists of other forms of tobacco all though the tobacco industry a toxic profile that is thought a head (which holds the to- increase your risk for heart has found novel ways to to be comparable or to even bacco), a body, a chamber disease and stroke.” popularize and increase the exceed that of traditional filled with water, a hose and In May 2019, the Ameri- use of new products, studies 4 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com www.NorthDallasGazette.com Community Allred honored with ‘Across the Aisle’ award for bipartisan town hall Washington, D.C. – Con- football players, also visited Congressman Gonzalez for by encouraging Members gressman Colin Allred (D- other places in Gonzalez’s inviting me to Ohio, and the of Congress to stay engaged TX) announced he received Ohio District, including a Town Hall Project for this with their constituents and the “Across the Aisle” award manufacturing business and a honor. I am as dedicated as empowering citizens to have from the Town Hall Project local restaurant. ever to working across the face-to-face conversations for hosting a bipartisan joint “Understanding each oth- aisle with my colleagues in with the public officials elect- town hall with Congress- er’s districts and the people the House to deliver real re- ed to represent them. man Anthony Gonzalez we represent is so critical sults for North Texas.” Allred has hosted 14 town Rep. Colin Allred (at left), shown with Congresswoman Eddie Bernice (R-OH) in Ohio’s 16th Con- to forging bipartisan rela- The Town Hall Project is a halls since he was sworn in to Johnson and the late Congressman John Lewis, was recently lauded gressional District. The two tionships and getting things national organization working represent the 32nd District in for his efforts to work across the aisle in Washington, D.C. (Photo via Allred’s Facebook Page) congressmen, both former done,” Allred said. “I thank to keep Congress accountable Congress. Mayor Eric Johnson creates International Advisory Council, appoints five former U.S. ambassadors Mayor Eric Johnson re- C. Oberwetter, and Jeanne their service to our country between Dallas and its top produced by the Office of the quarters of ten Fortune 500 cently announced the forma- L. Phillips to the MIAC. The and to the City of Dallas.” trade partners. Governor. Dallas/Fort Worth companies,” Mayor John- tion of the Mayor’s Inter- five have expertise in diplo- Among the topics the Mayor Johnson believes International Airport is also son said. “I believe our city national Advisory Council matic relations and interna- mayor expects the advisory that Dallas can play a more the No. 2 port for interna- has enormous potential to (MIAC) — a group of five tional business. Phillips will council to explore: significant role on the inter- tional trade in Texas. improve its standing among Dallas residents who former- serve as the inaugural chair • The relationship between national scene. Dallas-Fort “Dallas is a welcoming global investors, foreign ly held the rank of United of the MIAC. Dallas and the Washing- Worth ranked as the No. city that owns the country’s governments, and interna- States Ambassador. “This is an extraordinarily ton, D.C.-based diplomatic 2 region in Texas behind finest international airport, tional tourists. I am excited Mayor Johnson appointed talented group with unparal- corps. Houston for foreign direct occupies a central location in to hear regularly from these former U.S. Ambassadors leled experience in interna- • The relationship between investment, according to the the United States, and has in- five experts about how we Richard Fisher, Kathryn tional affairs,” Mayor John- Dallas and foreign investors. Texas Trade and Foreign Di- credible attractions, a diverse can better tap into that po- Hall, Robert Jordan, James son said. “I am grateful for • Ways to increase trade rect Investment 2016 report population, and the head- tential.” Men & Ladies of Honor Organization moves into new headquarters at The Hope Center in Plano Joining the ranks of such istries provides,” says Ex- few of the amenities. honor.org. instructed in core values and churches and civic lead- ministries as Fellowship of ecutive Director and founder “It will help take our min- Rowlett-based Men and leadership, with an emphasis ers with a common goal: to Christian Athletes (FCA), I Tony Rorie. istry capabilities to a different Ladies of Honor teach mod- on good character, honor, and raise up the next generation am Second, First Liberty, and The Hope Center is a beau- level,” said Rorie. ern-day chivalry and virtue integrity. The mission of the of leaders who have a solid Hope for The Heart, Rowlett tiful and inspirational setting. Men & Ladies of Honor to boys and girls on public Men and Ladies of Honor sense of duty and honor. based Men & Ladies of Hon- It provides conference and will host an open house at school campuses here in Tex- is to develop passionate fol- 2020 marks the organiza- or move their global head- board rooms, training facili- the Hope Center on Tuesday, as, in other select areas of the lowers of Christ, urging them tion’s 17th year of transform- quarters to the Hope Center. ties with smart boards, video Feb. 25th, 6:30 pm at 2001 U.S., and 13 different coun- to create a culture of honor, ing at-risk kids into leaders “We are excited about the conferencing, large meeting W. Plano Parkway, Plano, tries around the world. excellence and exemplary and world-changers with in- collaborative opportunities areas for galas or conferenc- TX 75075. For more infor- Through The Men and behavior in their schools tensified expansion into pub- that being in close proximity es, a cafe, fitness center, and mation please contact Daniel Ladies of Honor programs, and communities. We work lic schools all over the US with other like-minded min- prayer garden, just to name a Rorie at daniel@themenof- students are mentored and in partnership with schools, and around the world to date. Black History Month exhibits aims to educate Oak Cliff students Some 10,000 Oak Cliff the achievements of such desegregation and the Na- Schools. high school students will persons as civil rights icon tional Museum of African Exhibit subjects include have the opportunity to Dr. Martin Luther King, American History and Cul- Adventure, Art, Civil learn more about the ac- educator Mary McLeod ture. Rights, Culture, Education, complishments of African- Bethune, scientist George The nine sets of exhibits, Government, Literary Arts, American individuals and Washington Carver, base- sponsored and funded by Military, Performing Arts, the importance of Black- ball pioneer Jackie Rob- the Adamson High School Science and Innovation related events when they inson, writer Zora Neale Alumni Association for the view special exhibits at Hurston and celebrated past three years, will be on and Sports. And, the ex- their schools Feb. 3-29 dur- performers such as Ray display at Adamson, Carter, hibit will include the latest ing Black History Month. Charles and Marian An- Kimball, Molina, Pinkston, two Black-related stamps, The 160-panel exhibits derson, as well as such Roosevelt, New Tech (A. honoring soul singer Mar- are based on U.S. postage accomplishments as the Maceo Smith), South Oak vin Gaye and TV journalist

stamps that commemorate Emancipation Act, school Cliff and Sunset High Gwen Ifill. USPS For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette | 5 Education www.NorthDallasGazette.com Enhancing security to protect students is a top priority days earlier. I wanted the administration on concerns for the next recruiting cy- I visited Friendship West cialty school in Dallas ISD! Joyce students, parents, and com- that have been shared with cle, according to 247sports. Baptist Church, where the Join us on Saturday, Janu- Foreman munity to know that I stand me. The safety of our stu- com. nonprofit organization Ed- ary 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 Dallas ISD with our students and that dents is our top priority. Carter High ucation is Freedom (EIF) p.m. at Kathlyn Joy Gilliam District 6 neither school was respon- USC recruits a Renovations on Track held a workshop that gave Collegiate Academy, 1700 sible for the violence that Kimball cornerback Renovations/additions parents an opportunity to E. Camp Wisdom Road. happened at Saturday’s The University of South- to David W. Carter High learn about academic op- Learn more at www.dalla- game. Monday’s match-up, ern California has offered School are 88% complete, tions at Dallas ISD schools sisd.org/yourchoices. On Monday, January 13, which was not open to the a scholarship to Kimball according to the latest proj- and receive assistance with Families will be able to I had an opportunity to at- public, ended with a win High School junior corner- ect update from Dallas ISD FAFSA applications. Thank visit with school represen- tend the completion of the for South Oak Cliff, 56-54. back Ishmael Ibraheem, as Construction Services. The you, Ms. Ali and Education tatives to learn more about basketball game between I am pleased that the the Trojans continue to re- school is undergoing a $56 Is Freedom! specialty programs and ap- Kimball High School and Dallas ISD administration cruit Texas players. million makeover, which Last-chance Application South Oak Cliff High is enhancing security at the Ibraheem is rated the na- began in April of 2018. Workshop ply on-site for the school School, which had been games, and I will be moni- tion’s No. 7 cornerback and Education Is Freedom Don’t miss your last that best fits their child’s tragically interrupted two toring and working with the the No. 22 player in Texas On Sunday, January 12, chance to apply to a spe- needs. Increasing accessibility to speciality programs - Dallas ISD Racial Equity Office Dallas ISD is rapidly be- applicant pool. To help net schools,” said Lesley 2008 E. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, coming a district of choice families learn more about Williams, Deputy Chief of 75216. Learn more at Dal- where every child can find the many options available Racial Equity. “Our goal las ISD Specialty Schools a school that best fits their at the district’s magnet and is to level the playing field at www.dallasisd.org/your- unique interests, needs, and other application-based pro- for families by providing choices. aspirations. The academic grams, the departments have support as they navigate Mark Your Calendars options offered are as di- scheduled a series of com- through the application and Don’t miss your chance to verse as the learners them- munity-based workshops at enrollment process to find apply to a specialty school in selves. The district is proud area libraries. In addition to the best-fit school for their Dallas ISD! Join us on Sat- to offer specialty school receiving on-site assistance child.” urday, January 25, from 9 choice programs and mod- in completing applications, The first workshop was a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kathlyn Joy els for students in all grades. families are assigned a men- held at the Dallas West Li- Gilliam Collegiate Acade-

The options include pro- Dallas ISD tor who will serve as a point brary. Additional workshops my, 1700 E. Camp Wisdom grams such as Montessori, Collegiate Academies, and The Dallas ISD Racial of contact for questions and are scheduled from 6 p.m. to Road. Learn more at www. International Baccalaureate, much more. While the num- Equity Office and Central- assistance throughout the 8 p.m. January 21 at High- dallasisd.org/yourchoices. Talented and Gifted, Single ber of program offerings has ized Enrollment worked application and selection land Hills Branch Library, Families will be able to visit Gender, Two-Way Dual increased, there is still a seg- in collaboration to identify process. 6200 Bonnie View Road, with school representatives Language, STEM/STEAM, ment of the community that communities where students “We worked to identify Dallas, 75241, and 6 p.m. to learn more about spe- Visual and Performing Arts, is not taking advantage of meet the magnet school ap- communities where fewer to 8 p.m. January 28 at Paul cialty programs and apply P-Tech/Early College High these amazing opportuni- plication requirements but families were applying to Laurence Dunbar Lancast- on-site for the school that Schools, Career Institutes, ties. are underrepresented in the and enrolling in our mag- er-Kiest Branch Library, best fits their child’s needs. Collin College breaks ground at forthcoming Celina Campus site Officials broke ground ter for Collin College,” said fers more than 100 degrees today on the Collin Col- Dr. J. Robert Collins, Col- and certificates, including lege Celina Campus, a lin College Board of Trust- new Bachelor of Science in 96,000-square-foot facility ees chair. “Now, we will Nursing (BSN) and Bach- serving northwestern Col- truly be serving residents elor of Applied Technology lin County. Scheduled to throughout Collin County. (BAT) in Cybersecurity open in Fall 2021, the cam- With the Technical Campus degrees. The only public pus is located at 901 Choate and Wylie Campus opening college based in Collin Pkwy. (County Road 88) in in Fall 2020, and the Celina County, Collin College is Celina. and Farmersville campuses a partner to business, gov- Sitting on approximately opening in Fall 2021, along ernment and industry, pro- 75 acres with a picturesque with our current campuses, viding customized training natural water feature, phase students won’t have to trav- and workforce develop- one of the new campus el far for excellent higher ment. In addition, the col- includes classrooms, a li- education.” lege operates the Collin brary, computer and sci- Officials ceremonially break ground at the Collin College Celina Campus site on Jan. 16. Pictured are (from The Collin College Ce- Higher Education Center, ence labs, and student en- left) Collin College Board of Trustees Vice Chair Andrew Hardin, Collin College Board of Trustees Member lina Campus was designed which has an enrollment of rollment services. Fred Moses, Collin College Board of Trustees Member Jay Saad, Collin College Founding President Dr. John by The Beck Group and 3,500 each year in partner- Anthony, Collin College Board of Trustees Member Dr. Stacey Donald, Collin College District President Dr. “Celina is one of the fast- Neil Matkin, Celina Mayor Sean Terry, Celina City Council Member Andy Hopkins, Celina ISD Superintendent is being built using the ship with The University est growing cities in the Rick DeMasters, Collin College Board of Trustees Treasurer Dr. Raj Menon, and Celina ISD Board Secretary construction-manager-at- of Texas at Dallas, Texas area,” said Collin College Jeff Gravley. (Photo: Nick Young / Collin College) risk delivery method by JT Woman’s University, Texas District President Dr. Neil without our strong partner- Collin College Celina Cam- and design, information Vaughn Construction LLC. A&M Commerce, Texas Matkin. “We are thrilled to ships with Celina leaders.” pus will provide courses for technology, and health pro- Collin College serves Tech University and the bring higher education to Serving approximately academic transfer as well fessions. more than 59,000 credit University of North Texas. northwestern Collin Coun- 2,500 students when fully as business management, “The Celina ground- and continuing education For more information, visit ty, and we could not do this occupied, phase one of the computer-aided drafting breaking marks a new chap- students annually and of- www.collin.edu. 6 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com www.NorthDallasGazette.com Irving / Carrollton / Plano St. Mark’s students spruce up Shelton’s Bear Creek Cemetery for MLK Day Service Project By Ruth Ferguson predates the end of the Civil volunteered before the individuals have donated NDG Editor War according to deeds re- holidays to clean-up the their time and labor to help searched by Anthony Bond. cemetery. In recent years, a clear the area of debris and Former President Barack It was awarded a historical number of organizations and foliage. Obama and First Lady Mi- marker by the Texas His- chelle set an example of torical Commission, a state celebrating MLK Day by agency for historic preserva- spending the day volunteer- tion. ing at a Chicago or Washing- According to the marker ton, D.C. nonprofit. Many designated by the Texas across America continue Historical Commission, this tradition and spend their Minnie Sheldon (Shelton), time off from school and purchased 80 acres of land work volunteering to help in 1879 for $130, then the others. Shelton family donated the This year as a part of St. property for a cemetery. Mark’s School of Texas’ St. Mark’s students spend the morning on MLK Day helping to clean During the mid-1800s, MLK Day of Service, about Shelton Bear Creek Cemetery. (Image: Anthony Bond) African Americans were 15 students, and several brought to the area as slaves, adults spent time in Irving allowing all of these won- shared. “I am eternally after the end of the Civil helping to clean up the his- derful young men and ev- grateful to each and every- War, many remained to be- MakiniAnita Shakur (left) and City of Irving Planning and Zoning toric cemetery Shelton Bear eryone else who came to one who came today.” gin their lives as Freedmen. Commissioner, Misaki Collins (right) were among the community Creek. give back like this today,” Shelton Bear Creek Cem- Last fall, the Irving Re- volunteers helping to clean up Shelton Bear Creek Cemetery. (Image: Anthony Bond) “I say thanks to God for organizer Anthony Bond etery is a burial place that deemer Montessori staff Carrollton Run for Rover 5k event scheduled for February 29

Mark your Carrollton Pet The race will start at multaneously raise money animals. Calendar: the City will host McInnish Dog Park (2241 for a great cause and pro- “Fundraisers like Run for the furriest 5K benefiting Sandy Lake Road) and vide families and dogs in Rover play an integral role our four-legged friends in will route through the ad- our community with an in our efforts to save the an- the fourth annual Run for jacent sports complex for a opportunity to have fun to- imals in our care and place Rover race on Saturday, full 5K. A shorter fun run/ gether doing something ac- them in happy and healthy February 29 at 8:30 a.m. walk route will be offered tive,” Parks & Recreation homes,” Animal Services Sign up your pup for a to smaller or older dogs, or Director Scott Whitaker Manager Carl Shooter said. race supporting the Car- dogs who are still working said. “Your participation creates rollton Animal Services & off some holiday weight. This parade of canines opportunities for animals Adoption Center. The City Don’t have a dog? You can aims to continually build to become family pets that is excited to offer this race still participate. Or even awareness and resources they may not get other- to walkers, runners, and better, swing by the Adop- for the animals in Carroll- their dogs directing all pro- tion Center (2247 Sandy ton. wise.” ceeds to the animals at the Lake Road) where your The City advocates re- There also will be plenty center. Come to run wild new best friend is waiting sponsible pet ownership of playtime, treats, give- and watch as these doggies for you. and encourages those who aways, and water after the The Run for Rover 5k allows pet owners to get out and exercise along run. with their furry friends. It also raises money for the Animal Services dash to the finish line. “Run for Rover will si- can to provide homes to the & Adoption Center. (Photo: EricSonstroem / Flickr) Carrollton Wellness: PT Successful in removing weight-loss barriers Weight loss is one of the their annual goals, includ- statistic, Carrollton physi- “While doctors and other tion have functional limi- lar exercise regimen.” top New Year’s Resolutions ing those who seek to live cal therapist Nisha Mathews health care professionals tations,” said Mathews, of Such difficulties, ac- made by Americans each healthier, more active lives. said that sometimes, func- often recommend exercise Elevate Physical Therapy in cording to the 2018 study year, according to multiple While some may point to tional limitations are to as a way to promote weight Carrollton. “These limita- published in Physiotherapy sources. Yet, studies con- their busy lives and the lack blame for making weight loss, it’s been estimated that tions can make it feel diffi- Theory and Practice, include clude that only 8 percent of personal willpower as the loss difficult, or even unsafe nearly one in three of those cult, or even impossible, to See PT, Page 16 of people actually achieve reasons behind this bleak for certain people. who get this recommenda- follow through with a regu-

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For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette | 7 City Briefs www.NorthDallasGazette.com Dallas homeboy and reserve your Mon, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. to Garland stay clear of closed and bar- Jazz Night at The seats for a day of Encour- 9 p.m., at Redbird - DEC Two new Garland Mu- ricaded areas in parks. Stoneleigh will be held ev- agement, Empowerment, (Dallas Entrepreneur Cen- nicipal Court justices took ery Friday in January from and a little Pampering. ter) located at 3662 W Camp the oath of office Tuesday, Lewisville 5-10 PM, at The Stoneleigh, Wisdom Rd Suite 2044. Jan. 14, at City Hall. Photos and artwork cre- located at 2927 Maple Av- Comerica Bank will host The ceremony for Associ- ated by local students and enue, Dallas, TX 75201. its sixth annual Prom Dress Carrollton ate Judge Natalie Banuelos selected as winners in the The event is complimentary Drive, benefitting Dallas Homebuying can be and Presiding Judge John 27th annual Dr. Martin to attend. Valet is available. CASA and the Boys & Girls stressful. Join the Carroll- Sholden was a formal wel- Luther King, Jr. Day civic For more information, call Clubs of Greater Dallas, ton Public Library for the come by the Garland City event go on display Satur- 214-871-7111. during the month of Febru- second session in a two-part Council that conducted in- day, Jan. 25, at Medical City ary. Six Dallas-area Comer- Jacob Johnson / Unsplash series, Homebuying With- terviews and made their Lewisville Grand Theater, To bring in the 2020 year ica banking centers, includ- out Stress, from 2-3:30 appointments. Learn more 100 N. Charles Street. ing its newest location in the The contest theme for this West Dallas Chamber of visit comerica.com/prom- p.m. at Hebron & Josey Li- about the judges at Garland- Snider Plaza area, will serve dress. year’s event was “One Hu- Commerce will have its brary (4220 N. Josey Lane) TX.gov. as drop-off locations for man Family: A Better Vi- Annual Meeting on Jan. 28 on Saturday, January 25. at 3015 at Trinity Groves. new or gently-used, cleaned The Southern Dallas sion for 2020 and Beyond.” This course will take attend- Irving Refreshments will be formal dresses and acces- Community Briefing The northern section of Winning entries will be an- ees on an interactive walk served. sories. serves as a public update for Campion Trail is closed nounced at a community through the homebuying Omar Narvaez, Council Donations will benefit all community leaders, ac- through Jan. 27, weather event on Jan. 20. Along with Member, District 6 will be local teens, who otherwise tivists and engaged citizens process. Participants will permitting, due to flooding the award-winning pieces, the guest speaker. may not be able to afford for Southern Dallas. We ask learn about common ver- along the Elm Fork of the other select entries will be formal attire and experience that you present any upcom- nacular and pitfalls to avoid. Trinity River. City of Irving on display. The MEN’S Brunch the high school tradition of ing events, announcements, The Homebuying Without staff continue to monitor Admission is free. Gal- is scheduled for Saturday, prom. Comerica has do- concerns or need for support Stress series is presented by parks and trails to ensure the lery hours are Tuesday – Noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, nated close to 4,000 dresses with handouts for attend- Amanda Brown. For more safety of all users. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., March 28 at Lofty Spaces, to Dallas CASA and Boys & ees. If you would like to be information on the Library’s City staff may close any and during public perfor- 816 Montgomery St. in Dal- Girls Clubs of Greater Dal- added to the agenda please adult programs, visit cityof- park or trail without notice mances at MCL Grand. This las. Grab your brother, cous- las in the last five years. email info@southerndal- carrollton.com/library or to protect the community. exhibit runs through Satur- in, nephew, uncle, father, or For more information, lasprogress.com. call 972-466-4800. Residents are advised to day, Feb. 22 South Oak Cliff High School $52 million renovations unveiled to the public More than 1,500 alumni, greeted former faculty and for more than a year dur- pouring into the school’s performances by the school an expanded cafeteria, re- current students and neigh- classmates, took selfies with ing the campus’ $52 million new competition gym for a choir and band. modeled weight and locker bors of South Oak Cliff the storied golden bear in renovation. After the march, program featuring remarks Among the improve- rooms, new roofing, and High School joined dozens the school lobby, and wan- alumni from the 1950s for- by District 5 Trustee Maxie ments funded by the 2015 interior and exterior renova- of district and elected offi- dered the halls to gaze at the ward braved 40-degree Johnson and Superintendent bond program, SOC re- tions throughout the cam- cials for Saturday’s ribbon- dozens of athletic trophies temperatures, drizzle and Hinojosa, a throng of dis- ceived a 2,000-seat com- pus. Students and faculty cutting held to celebrate the and reminisce about their snow flurries to witness trict and elected officials, petition gym/storm shelter, returned to the new campus formal opening of the reno- years at the school, original- the ribbon-cutting before alumni and students, and new administrative offices, for classes Jan. 7. vated campus. ly constructed in 1949. Gold and white outfits The day began with a emblazoned with the well- march from Village Fair, known SOC initials were the facility where faculty everywhere as supporters and students were housed

(Above) South Oak Cliff band members perform for the crowd gathered at the opening. (Below) Members of the community got the opportunity to tour the school, seeing new changes and remembering the past. (Photos: DISD)

8 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com www.NorthDallasGazette.com Entertainment Whitney Houston, Notorious B.I.G. head 2020 Rock Hall of Fame class By Stacy M. Brown fice. The soundtrack, which Landau and Irving Azoff, NNPA Senior Correspondent featured a bevy of hits by two of the most success- Houston, became the sec- ful managers in rock his- Whitney Houston and ond best-selling ever with tory, will be presented with the Notorious B.I.G. head more than 45 million units the special Ahmet Ertegun an accomplished class who sold worldwide. Award for their contribu- have earned induction into B.I.G., whose real name tions to the industry. the 2020 Rock and Roll was Christopher Wallace, This year’s inductees Hall of Fame. died after being shot in count as diverse a group the Houston, who died in 1997 at the age of 24. Hall has seen. 2012 at the age of 48, was The induction ceremony “Each of those bands the preeminent voice of her will be held at Cleveland’s has helped shape the form generation. Public Hall on May 2 and that rock & roll has taken In addition to two Emmy will air live on HBO and over the years,” Michael Awards, Houston earned the SiriusXM Rock and McDonald, who is being six Grammys, 30 Billboard Roll Hall of Fame radio inducted for his work in Music Awards, and 22 station. the Doobie Brothers, told American Music Awards. In addition to Hous- Rolling Stone. “That’s Whitney Houston talking to the audience before proceeding to perform “Saving All My Love for You” In 1992, Houston starred ton and Wallace, Depeche what I like to see the Rock during the HBO-televised concert “Welcome Home Heroes with Whitney Houston” honoring the troops, alongside Kevin Costner in Mode, Nine Inch Nails, and Roll Hall of Fame do: who took part in Operation Desert Storm, their families, and military and government dignitaries. (Photo: PH2 Mark Kettenhofen). Before his murder in 1997, Christopher Wallace recorded two classic albums as the blockbuster film, “The the Doobie Brothers, and pick those bands that have The Notorious B.I.G. His debut Ready to Die arrived in 1994 and helped revitalize the East Coast rap scene Bodyguard,” which earned T. Rex will join the 2020 sculpted what we see rock with massive hits like “Big Poppa” and “Juicy.” (Photo: From the Official Music Video for The Notorious $411 million at the box of- class. Additionally, Jon & roll as today.” B.I.G. – “Big Poppa” Director: Hype Williams & Sean “Puffy” Combs) Adidas collaborates with Run-DMC for commemorative sneaker By Stacy M. Brown their career. lution red color. The second the letters “JMJ” embla- NNPA Senior Correspondent According to the foot- reportedly contains a white zoned along the heel. wear outlet, Sneaker Bar core with black stripes and The sneakers have a re- It’s been nearly 34 years Detroit, Adidas will release a high-resolution red color. tail price of $150, so it’ll since legendary hip-hop pi- the sneakers in three color Images for the third sneak- cost a little cash if you want oneers Run-DMC “walked options. er hasn’t been released, but to be like Run-DMC and The first release is black each includes Run-DMC have Adidas “funky fresh through concert doors, and NNPA and white, with high-reso- branding throughout, with and yes cold on my feet.” roamed all over coliseum 1986 hit song is honoring nounced it has collaborated floors,” as they performed Run (Joseph Simmons), with Run DMC to celebrate their groundbreaking sin- DMC (Darryl McDaniels), the 50th anniversary of the gle, “My Adidas.” and the late Jam Master Jay Superstar silhouette sneak- Now, the famed sneaker (Jason Mizell). ers famously worn by the company that inspired the Adidas Originals an- Hall of Famers throughout head coach at the Sayre TEAGUE, from Page 2 School (Lexington, Ken- will have VIP access and ac- Year winner is selected by tucky) and NFL Legends commodations at events in- a panel of distinguished in- Youth Advisory Committee cluding Pro Bowl practices dividuals: Pro Football Hall Member Chad Penning- and the Play Football High of Fame President David ton and Pro Football Hall School Skills Showdown, Baker; Former Dallas Cow- of Fame Coach Don Shula a chance to interact with boys Personnel Director and — the winningest coach in members of the football NFL.com contributor Gil NFL history. community and attend the Brandt; Super Bowl XLIV The Don Shula Award Pro Bowl. Each coach will winner and NFL Legends winner will be announced have an opportunity to in- Youth Advisory Commit- during the 2020 Pro Bowl, vite a senior from his roster tee Member Mark Brunell; Sunday, January 26 at 3:00 to participate in the Skills Pro Football Hall of Fame PM ET on ESPN and ESPN Deportes, and simulcast on Showdown. Coach and current NBC ABC and Disney XD. This Two Shula Award finalists analyst Tony Dungy; Ex- marks the third time the will each receive $15,000 ecutive Director of USA game will be available on from the NFL Foundation, Football Scott Hallenbeck; both broadcast and cable $10,000 of which will go to 3-time Super Bowl Cham- networks. The winner will their high school’s football pion (XXXVI, XXXVIII, also be recognized and walk program. They will also at- XXXIX) and NFL Legends the red carpet at NFL Hon- tend Super Bowl LIV in Mi- Youth Advisory Commit- ors, two-hour primetime ami as guests of the NFL. tee Member Willie McGin- awards special the night The Don Shula NFL est; 2x AP NFL Comeback before Super Bowl LIV on High School Coach of the Player of the Year, current February 1 on FOX.

For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette | 9 Entertainment Too! To advertise your upcoming entertainment event contact [email protected] Several local groups putting productions on stage in DFW this weekend Local theater fans have a recently unemployed and production starring Brian J. are now part of a research wide range of options this currently out of luck. Af- White, Darrin Henson, and study to see what untreated weekend. Choices range ter losing his job due to the Pastor Rickie Rush! You syphilis will do to them, or from classic plays, faith- economy, Ray finds him- won’t want to miss this! follow the lead of the doc- based production, a look self deep in debt and run- Tickets via Eventbrite. tor she respects and the te- back at secretive govern- ning out of time. His dire Ms. Evers’ Boys pre- nets of the nursing profes- ment experiment and beau- straits make way for some sented by The Black Acad- sion. tiful music. desperate decisions to be emy of Arts and Letters at The Titus Art Song Re- To Be Young, Gifted & made. To keep from being 1309 Canton Street on Sun- cital Series – Angel Blue Black – Jubilee Theatre homeless and to catch up day, Jan. 26 at 5 p.m. Visit has enthralled audiences in Fort Worth is present- on bills, he attempts to take Ticketmaster for more info. from the Hollywood Bowl ing a classic. After win- on several positions. None In an effort to get medical to the Metropolitan Opera ning fame with her play of which he has any experi- help for Alabama tenant to Europe’s most esteemed Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine ence for as a pastor, phone farmers, their nurse, Miss opera houses and concert Hansberry, uniquely and sex operator, and phone Evers, convinces them to venues. Now, thanks to boldly, weaves through psychic! The money is roll- join a government study Robert E. and Jean Ann the life experiences that ing in and Ray is on top of to treat venereal disease. Titus, TDO presents Angel Angel Blair is performing this weekend in Dallas. (Courtesy photo) shaped her. In angry, lov- the world, but can he really When the money runs out, Blue in a uniquely intimate ing, bitter, laughing, and own. The show opens this An Inspirational Stage Play do all things or will his se- Nurse Evers is faced with a setting at the Moody Per- defiantly proud turns, the weekend and runs through presented at Friendship- crets catch up with him? difficult decision: to tell the formance Hall on Sunday, story, voice, and message Feb. 23. JubileeTheatre.org West Baptist Church on Find out how it all goes men that they are no longer Jan. 26, tickets at attpac. are Lorraine Hansberry’s I Can Do All Things: Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Ray is down in this funny on stage being treated and that they org.

implementation of our moral only received $1 billion in programs, causing hardship how systemic racism is im- BARBER, from Page 1 agenda.” benefits. for many poor immigrant pacting not just people of that voter suppression laws better conditions,” Dr. Bar- “The fact that there are They also pay eight per- families. color, but also white people in many states have only ber stated. 140 million poor and low- cent of their income in In fact, among the 43.7 today,” Dr. Barber stated. contributed to poverty. As of July 2017, 25 states wealth people in a country state and local taxes, while million immigrants in the “When Reverend Barber The Poor People’s Cam- have passed laws that pre- this rich is morally indefen- the wealthiest one percent U.S., there are 19.7 million says that repressed voter paign has noted that, since empt cities from adopting sible, constitutionally in- pay just 5.4 percent. Yet – undocumented and law- suppression can create and 2010, 23 states have passed their own local minimum consistent and economically undocumented immigrants fully residing – who cannot further poverty amongst racist voter suppression wage laws. Most of these are insane,” Dr. Barber added. and most lawfully residing vote, Dr. Barber noted. White people, amongst laws, including racist gerry- in response to city councils During the march, Dr. immigrants are barred from “So, we have to under- Black people, amongst Lati- mandering and redistricting passing or wanting to pass Barber said some of those receiving assistance under stand the history of systemic nos, amongst young people statutes that make it harder to minimum wage increases. living in poverty would at- the major public welfare racism. And we have to see and old people.” register. “We found that people can tend and speak for them- Because of this, early vot- work a minimum wage job selves. He stated that it was ing days and hours have re- and can’t afford a two-bed- essential to know that pov- duced, officials have purged room apartment,” Dr. Bar- erty comes in “all colors” voter rolls, and there have ber said. “We found out that and that it’s more than just been more restrictive voter there are 2 million people African Americans who are ID laws. who work every day for less struggling. Following the Shelby than the living wage. Some He noted that the City of County v. Holder Supreme of them live in their cars, and Flint was under emergency Court case, which gutted they go to work every day.” management when it decid- key provisions of the Voting Dr. Theoharris spoke of ed to switch its water source Rights Act, 14 states had new Maria, a woman they met from the Detroit Water Sys- voting restrictions in place in El Paso, Texas, separated tem to the Flint River. before the 2016 Presidential from her family because of That move poisoned election, and there were 868 immigration issues. a community of almost fewer polling places across “We waded into the Rio 99,000, with a 42 percent the country, according to the Grande River – the river that poverty rate and in which Campaign. separates the U.S. from Mex- 56 percent of residents are While these laws have ico – with an action called Black, and 37 percent are disproportionately targeted “Hugs, not Walls.” Maria White. Black people, at least 17 got to see her son for the first Also, Dr. Barber noted states saw voter suppression time in 16 years. And for that 6.1 million people had cases targeting American those couple of minutes that been disenfranchised be- Indian and Alaskan Native Maria had with her husband cause of felony convictions, voters in 2016, Dr. Barber and her son were the first and including one in 13 Black stated. only two minutes that she got adults. “Thirteen states that to see her family members During the call, Dr. Bar- passed voter suppression because of unjust immigra- ber continued to lash out at laws also opted not to accept tion policy,” Dr. Theohoarris the current administration’s expanded Medicaid benefits stated. controversial immigration offered under the Affordable The Poor People’s Cam- policies. The Poor People’s Care Act,” he added. paign is organizing the Poor Campaign has found that “These attacks follow a People’s Assembly and Mor- undocumented immigrants broader pattern of restricting al March on Washington, contributed $5 trillion to the and curtailing democratic June 20th, during which Dr. U.S. economy over the last processes by drawing on leg- Barber said they would rise ten years. acies of racism to undermine as “a powerful moral fusion They paid $13 billion in local efforts to organize for movement to demand the Social Security in 2010, but 10 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com Contact Marketing at 972-432-5219 for Career Opportunity Advertising Marketplace Nine-figure investment CEO launches ‘MBA: Minority Business Access’ podcast Get ready to earn your pertise across tech and ener- Ali, “There has traditionally of color and with female “M.B.A.” with Solomon gy sectors have earned more been a large gap in business entrepreneurs and the pro- Ali. His new podcast, MBA: than $118 million in gross funding and business scal- active steps they’ve taken Minority Business Access sales revenue during this ability for minority business to successfully fund and walks minority business past fiscal year. Ali has held owners.” He cites African- scale their businesses. The owners and entrepreneurs seats on the board of three Americans and other minor- podcast also includes valu- through his tested, effec- African-American owned ity groups as having less ac- able roundtable conversa- tive methods of circumvent- publicly traded companies cess to financial information tions and insights from Mr. ing what he calls “a slanted as well as simultaneously and less access to the right Ali and his corporate team, financial system towards holding officer positions at funding that will enable detailing how he managed people of color and other these companies. them to scale their business- to grow his thriving eight- minorities,” to successfully “That is monumental es and eventually sell or go figure financial portfolio raise funding and scale their when you consider that out public, should they choose of businesses, and how his businesses. of approximately 8,000 to. His new podcast focuses expertise and advice applies As a corporate executive, publicly traded companies on the solutions to change to entrepreneurs and small As a corporate executive, Solomon Ali has served as CEO of the private Solomon Ali has served as equity company, now he is launching a new podcast. (Courtesy Photo) in the United States, less this dynamic. business owners. CEO of the private equity than twenty of those compa- The MBA: Minor- The MBA Podcast is company, Rainco Indus- ous companies and arranged tal and financing. Compa- nies are African-American ity Business Access podcast available for download tries. Ali has generated $100 more than $250 million in nies established through owned,” asserts Mr. Ali. features interviews with across all podcast streaming million in assets for his vari- structured investment capi- Solomon’s efforts and ex- According to Solomon successful entrepreneurs services. Dallas Mavericks and Chime team up; announce exclusive multi-year strategic partnership including jersey patch sponsorship The Dallas Mavericks an- 41 home games at Ameri- partner with an organiza- Chime will collaborate on nounced this week a multi- can Airlines Center, and tion that is similarly com- the Venture Entrepreneur- year strategic partnership, bring unique and exclusive mitted to its fans and com- ial Expedition: a program including the official Jersey experiences that make go- munity.” to guide students through Patch sponsorship, with ing to a game, or any Mavs “We also share the same their personal journey to Chime, the leader in US event, a lifetime memory goal of nurturing an ex- become an entrepreneur. Challenger banking. Be- for their fans. Chime helps traordinary workplace cul- The Mavs launched the ginning tonight, the Chime its members avoid fees and ture,” said Cynt Marshall, program in 2017 and to this logo will be featured on the save money automatically CEO of the Dallas Maver- date have reached thou- left front shoulder strap of with a modern, mobile ap- icks. “It’s clear in spending sands of middle and high all four official Dallas Mav- proach to banking. time with the employees school students throughout ericks jerseys on the court “We’re thrilled to an- of Chime that every voice Dallas-Fort Worth. and on authentic jerseys for nounce our partnership matters and everybody Also as part of the new purchase in the Mavs Han- with the Mavs, one of the belongs, just like at the partnership, the Mavericks gar. The partnership also most exciting teams in the Mavs.” and Chime will collaborate includes exclusive category NBA,” said Chris Britt, Chime has been recog- on multiple community ini- rights and multiple adver- theterrifictc / Flickr Chime CEO and co-found- nized as a Great Place to tiatives in the Dallas/Fort tising, promotional and what we strive to provide ognized for being at the er. “At Chime, we focus Work and, like the Mavs, Worth area with a strong community-focused initia- to MFFLs (Mavs Fans For forefront of innovation, on helping our members are committed to investing focus on financial literacy tives. Life) more than 41 nights a challenging the status quo achieve financial peace of in local communities. For and education while also “The experience that year at American Airlines within their respective in- mind with banking services example, Chime recently contributing to the overall Chime has developed for Center,” says Dallas Mav- dustries and building a that are simple and free. launched partnerships with mission of the Mavs Foun- their members is truly set- ericks Owner Mark Cuban. community of loyal mem- One of our core values is WeThrive and Oakland dation supporting women, ting the standard in finan- Both the Dallas Mav- bers and fans. The Mavs to always be member ob- Promise. As part of the children and families in cial services, similar to ericks and Chime are rec- generate excitement at over sessed and we’re proud to partnership, the Mavs and need.

wasn’t a newspaperman ei- per, Belt decided to pour her award-winning pieces ists, including “Best News- BELT, from Page 2 ther and when I look back, much of her resources into titled, “PROBE,” “Battling paper” and “Best Practices.” civil rights leader who, in She did so without any there are a lot of things that making the Examiner a suc- AIDS in Our Community” For Belt, the NNPA Pub- 1986, founded the Dallas experience. we do differently today,” cess, in part, to carry out her and “Innocence Lost.” lishers Lifetime Achieve- Examiner. Belt spent her career she noted. parents’ legacy. Under Belt’s guidance, ment Award will forever Tragically, after publish- working as an employment “We have a niche market, In a 2013 HistoryMakers the Dallas Examiner has stand out as most special. and we have to continuous- interview, Belt noted that ing just four issues of the counselor for the Texas Em- won a host of local, state, “When you receive an ly stress that,” Belt added. she successfully applied for newspaper, Belt’s parents ployment Commission, and and national awards. In honor from your peers, it’s “Even though we know a grant from AT&T to start, were murdered in their she also held several posi- 2002, the newspaper earned all the more meaningful,” that we now live in a digital “Future Speak,” a publica- home. tions for the city of Dallas honors as “Best Weekly Belt stated. Belt attended Spelman and the federal government. world – and we have to have tion aimed at developing a digital presence – we also young minority journalists. Newspaper” by the Texas “I get a lot of awards and college for one year then “I was the only child, I Publisher’s Association. honors from various organi- transferred to the Univer- have to remember the print She also used the Dal- inherited the newspaper,” The Dallas Examiner also zations, some of which are sity of Denver where she Belt stated. edition and that our com- las Examiner to increase has captured at least twelve related to the community. graduated with a major in “I did not know the news- munity still enjoys reading HIV/AIDS awareness and awards from the regional But, this one is very special, sociology and psychology , paper industry, and it was the print edition and our prevention by publishing she was forced to take over something that I had to community loves pictures.” numerous articles and spe- chapter of the National As- and I’m really touched,” she the paper. learn on the job. My father After taking over the pa- cial supplements, including sociation of Black Journal- stated. For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette | 11 Marketplace II www.NorthDallasGazette.com Women anxious about money should make these four resolutions Women more than men cial professional for an an- plan can create a burden on have such a devastating doubt their abilities to make nual “financial physical” those we leave behind. For impact on our wealth,” she financial decisions, and as a will provide an in-depth as- most women, their greatest says. result women often let their sessment of where you are desire is to leave a legacy “Sadly, most Americans husbands, partners, or sig- against where you want to and to not be a burden on spend more time planning nificant others handle plan- be, she says. their children or other fam- a two-week vacation than ning for retirement or in- • Create or update a leg- ily members.” they do planning their finan- vesting in the stock market, acy plan. Nearly 60 percent • Get healthy and stay cial futures,” Bajalia says. studies show. of Americans are missing healthy. What does this have “Women who want a qual- But 2020 is as good a critical legacy and estate to do with your finances? A ity lifestyle in retirement time as any to change that, planning documents, such lot, Bajalia says. The longer need to put themselves in says Jeanette Bajalia, a as a will, a trust, a living will, you live, the more likely control of their own finan- retirement-income planner, McCutcheon / Unsplash Sharon or power-of-attorney docu- you’ll face debilitating ill- cial destinies, and the soon- founder of Woman’s Worth solve in the coming year to: statement. “Studies have ments, Bajalia says. “Wom- nesses, and those illnesses er the better.” (www.womans-worth. • Become financially lit- shown that people who be- en need to remember that come with big medical ex- Jeannette Bajalia (www. com), and the author of such erate. “I’ve seen too many come educated about their ‘estate’ is not synonymous penses that can drain your womans-worth.com) is the financial books as Wise Up, women suffer because of financial strategies and play with wealth,” she says. “Far savings. “We want to ensure founder and president of Women and Retirement ill-informed decisions about an active role in planning too often, we don’t feel like that in our 50s and 60s we Woman’s Worth, where she Done Right. their money,” Bajalia says. and monitoring their assets we need an estate plan be- start really taking care of specializes in the unique “Most women are going “Many women, especially end up twice as wealthy as cause we don’t have a lot of both our physical and emo- needs of women as they plan to be responsible for man- baby boomers, were never those who don’t,” she says. money. But lack of a legacy tional health, so it doesn’t for retirement. aging their money at some taught as young girls to • Schedule a financial time in their lives,” Bajalia assume financial manage- checkup. It’s important to says. “They will be wid- ment responsibilities.” To develop a financial plan that Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates owed or divorced, and at become a good steward of will provide you income doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon that point are going to have your money, she says, it’s in retirement, but don’t a steep learning curve if important to understand just shove the plan into a Wireless) proposes to construct several small they always left the invest- various savings strategies drawer, Bajalia says. Situa- ing responsibilities to oth- and options, and the risks tions change, and you may cell monopole communications towers in the ers.” and rewards associated need to accelerate savings, vicinity of Dallas and Irving, Dallas County, To help give themselves a with those strategies. So, reduce risks, or tweak your more secure financial future, learn about investing and plan in some other fashion. TX. The heights and locations for the pro- Bajalia suggests women re- learn how to read a financial Meeting with your finan- posed installations area as follows: a 36-foot tower at the approx. vicinity of 5846 Green- ville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75206, Lat: [32° 51’ 23.5074” N], Long: [96° 46’ 7.5468” W]; a 30- foot tower at the approx. vicinity of 2887 W Walnut Hill Lane, Irving, TX 75038, Lat: [32° 52’ 0.3972” N], Long: [96° 59’ 0.7656” W]; a 30-foot tower at the approx. vicinity of 4841 N O’Connor Road, Irving, TX 75038, Lat: [32° 51’ 56.79” N], Long: [96° 56’ 54.40” W]; a 30- foot tower at the approx. vicinity of 4321 N O’Connor Road, Irving, TX 75062, Lat: [32° 51’ 33.81” N], Long: [96° 57’ 00.84” W]; a 36- foot tower at the approx. vicinity of 7729 Ca- ruth Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75225, Lat: [32° 51’ 32.6524” N], Long: [96° 46’ 25.9886” W]. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Thomas John- ston, [email protected], 2550 S IH 35, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78704, 512-519-9388.

12 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com www.NorthDallasGazette.com Legal Notices / Career Opportunity On-going career fairs focus specifi- Feb. 12 Register at Praticematch. and Arithmetic U.S. Army cally on Sales, Business Dallas Job Fair com. Attending employ- Southern Teachers Job Opportunity Development, Marketing, Meet with top hiring ers include HCA Physi- Fair is scheduled for Satur- The United States Army Customer Service, and Re- companies in Dallas. Dal- cian Services, Omni Fam- day, Feb. 22 from 8:30 a.m. is hiring for over 150 dif- tail & Sales Management las Job Fair February 12Th ily Health, Sanford Health, to 5 p.m. at the DoubleTree ferent career fields. jobs, and offer you indi- About This Job Fair Make Lone Star Circle of Care Hilton near the Galleria at PART TIME OPPOR- vidual, face-to-face time sure you arrive early. and more. 4099 Valley View Lane. 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The posi- tennas at a centerline of 56-feet Ongoing tions pay between $12 - and an overall height of 58-feet City of Dallas $13.50 per hour hour plus on an existing 50-foot building, at The City of Dallas’ HR up to $1.50 an hour in per- Dept is currently accept- formance pay. The work- the approx. vicinity of 703 McKin- ing apps for the Budget and days will vary, must be ney Ave., Dallas, Dallas County, Contract Administrator po- available 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., 75202, Lat: [32-47-2.004], Long: sition. Bachelor’s degree in with overtime as needed. a business/public adminis- Must have at least one year [-96-48-33.804]. Public com- tration, human resources or of customer service experi- ments regarding potential effects healthcare administration ence. field, plus 7 yrs exp. from this site on historic properties For more info and to Jan. 27 may be submitted within 30 days apply, visit: http://bit. Sales, Mgmt & from the date of this publication to: ly/2NcCfVP. More! 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14 | January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com www.NorthDallasGazette.com Church Directory Some famous quotes of Dr. M. L. King, Jr. It all boils down to the love. ingly accepts the penalty low enough to hate him.” beautiful, and to confuse Sister fact that we must never al- I want you to be the first of imprisonment in order Like an unchecked can- the true with the false and Tarpley low ourselves to become in moral excellence. I want to arouse the conscience cer, hate corrodes the per- the false with the true.” NDG satisfied with unattained you to be the first in gener- of the community over its sonality and eats away its “Man must evolve for all Religion goals. We must always osity.” injustice, is in reality ex- vital unity. Hate destroys human conflict a method Editor maintain a kind of divine “Faith is taking the first pressing the highest respect a man’s sense of values and which rejects revenge, ag- discontent.” step, even when you don’t for the law.” his objectivity. It causes gression and retaliation. “When our days become see the whole staircase.” In the end, we will re- him to describe the beauti- The foundation of such a Lest we forget some of dreary with low-hovering “Hatred paralyzes life; member not the words of ful as ugly and the ugly as method is love.” these inspiring words and clouds of despair, and when love releases it. Hatred con- our enemies, but the silence quotes of Dr. King, remem- our nights become darker fuses life; love harmonizes of our friends.” ber the following: than a thousand midnights, it. Hatred darkens life; love “It may be true that the “Darkness cannot drive let us remember that there illuminates it.” law cannot make a man out darkness; only light can is a creative force in this “I submit that an indi- love me, but it can stop him do that. Hate cannot drive universe, working to pull vidual who breaks a law from lynching me, and I out hate; only love can do down the gigantic moun- that conscience tells him think that’s pretty impor- that.” tains of evil, a power that is is unjust, and who will- tant.” “Let no man pull you “The ultimate measure of able to make a way out of a man is not where he stands no way and transform dark in moments of comfort and yesterdays into bright to- convenience, but where he morrows. Let us realize the stands at times of challenge arc of the moral universe and controversy. The true is long but it bends toward neighbor will risk his posi- justice.” tion, his prestige, and even “We all have the drum his life for the welfare of major instinct. We all want others.” to be important, to surpass “There are some things others, to achieve distinc- so dear, some things so tion, to lead the parade. … precious, some things so And the great issue of life is eternally true, that they are to harness the drum major worth dying for. And I sub- instinct. mit to you that if a man has It is a good instinct if you not discovered something don’t distort it and pervert that he will die for, he isn’t it. Don’t give it up. Keep fit to live.” feeling the need for being “When we let freedom important. Keep feeling ring, when we let it ring the need for being first. But from every village and every I want you to be the first in hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, Black men and White men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, ‘Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!’ ” “I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. That is why right, temporarily defeated, is stronger than evil trium- phant.” “We’ve been in the moun- tain of war. We’ve been in the mountain of violence. We’ve been in the mountain of hatred long enough. It is necessary to move on now, but only by moving out of this mountain can we move to the promised land of justice and brotherhood and the Kingdom of God.

For the 411 in the community, go to www.northdallasgazette.com January 23-29, 2020 | North Dallas Gazette | 15 NDG Book Review www.NorthDallasGazette.com NDG Book Review: By and By: Charles Albert Tindley, the Father of Gospel Music By Terri Schlichenmeyer woman. The law said that Young Charles was in- chestra. And every Sunday, ole Boston Weatherford’s Charles was free like his spired! Soon, he started the songs that Reverend poem-biography tells a lot Every Sunday morning, mother and so, when she looking for a church to at- Tindley wrote were lifted but perhaps not enough so you get to do your favorite died and because his fa- tend and when he found up to God – just as they are that preschoolers will easily thing. You get to sing. ther had no rights, the boy one, he went – and even now, this week, perhaps, in understand, particularly in You know the words to suddenly had no parents! though he had no shoes, the your own church… its significance. Parents and all the songs without even His aunt took him in, and preacher there welcomed If your household is like grandparents will find notes looking. Every tune is one sent him to work on nearby him and let him testify most, music surrounds at the end of the book to be you’ve sang before, one farms. before the congregation. your child from a variety of of further help – or, alter- your Mama’s known since The work was hard, but Charles promised himself sources: oldies, new artists, nately, you can let the lush she was little, one your singing gave Charles some- that nothing would ever classics, and hymns. Some artwork from Bryan Collier Grandma sang once upon thing to think about. He first come between him and come from what may be a teach your child everything a time. All you need is to learned “chants in the field” God, ever. surprising source, and “By he needs to know for now hear the first few notes and liked to sing, Charles Albert and then he heard spiritu- As he grew with God, and By” tells the tale. about this inspiring tale. your voice is lifted high, Tindley’s entire life was a als sung between the crops. Charles Albert Tindley be- And yet, use caution The 4-to-8-year-old child and as in the new book “By song. This inspired him to want to came Reverend Tindley, when introducing this story who loves to sing, who and By” by Carole Boston It started as a sad song, learn and so, by the light of who had a wife and a church to your kids: for the small- loves to dance, and who Weatherford, illustrated by when he was born in Mary- an oil lamp and fire in the and a congregation all his est reader, the story of “The loves her church will want Bryan Collier, your praise land nearly 170 years hearth, he taught himself own. His church helped Father of Gospel Music” you to read this book. “By rises beyond the clouds. ago: his father was a slave to read the newspaper and people during the Great De- might need a bit more and By” could become her Though you’ve always and his mother was a free then, a Bible. pression. They had an or- explaining. Author Car- favorite thing.

of these patients need more limitations. vention with exercise test- thorough examination, PT, from Page 7 individualized and managed “Physical therapists are ing, prescription and imple- along with guidance and a general struggle with basic “Weight loss and weight programs that take their well-suited to manage the mentation,” they wrote. input from one’s personal movement or activities (due management are absolutely medical histories, physical [physical activity] and ex- In other words, physical care physician or specialist, to pain, strength and other critical for people suffering limitations and general safe- ercise programs of individu- therapists can benefit those physical therapists are ex- limitations) as well as con- from many of these issues,” ly into consideration.” als with functional limita- who seek to improve their perts at assessing and iden- ditions or diseases like dia- Mathews said. “Yet, for Physical therapists, ac- tions given their education, long-term health through tifying individual limita- betes, hypertension, arthritis these populations, it’s often cording to the study’s au- expertise and documented exercise and weight loss by: tions that must be addressed and multiple cardiovascular not safe or effective to just thors, offer the ideal solu- self-efficacy in primary, Assessing the Patient’s before and during one’s issues. prescribe exercise. Many tion for those with such secondary and tertiary pre- Limitations: Through a weight-loss program.

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