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Vol. 39 No. 26 Website: theaustinvillager.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 512-476-0082 Blog: EastAustinCommunityInfoCenter.blogspot.com November 11, 2011

Ronald Crutcher to Speak at Veteran Elected Official Honored Division of Diversity for decades of service and Community Engagement Event on Campus Dr. Ronald Crutcher, presi- dent of Wheaton College, a re- nowned cellist and former direc- tor of the School of Music at The RAPPIN’ University of Texas at Austin, will speak at the Division of Diver- Tommy Wyatt sity and Community Engagement Fall Lecture Series on Nov. 18. The Vote Dr. Crutcher’s lecture, “Higher Education for Democracy: De- Centers used veloping Capacities for Civic for the Learning and Democratic En- gagement on Campus,” will be first time! held at 2:00 in Main 212. Many voters in Travis County A Phi Beta Kappa gradu- Dr. Ronald Crutcher PRESENTATION--(l to r) Gerard Washington (BAD President), Wilhelmina Delco, Nelda Wells Spears, took the opportunity to use the ate of Miami University, Ronald and Lloyd Doggett stands behind painting of Spears done by Carla Nickerson. Photo by Thomas Wyatt. newly created Vote Centers for A. Crutcher pursued graduate 1994-1999, he served as director Austin — On Tuesday, a new name for vehicles registra- Travis County Commissioners last Tuesday’s election. And studies at Yale University as a of the School of Music at the November 8th, 2011 at 9:00 am, tion and property tax payments. with ample time to consider the according to Travis County Woodrow Wilson and Ford University of Texas at Austin. Nelda Wells Spears, Travis Spears (65) is an Austin appointment they must make to Clerk Dana DeBeauvoir, many Foundation Fellow. In 1979, he Previously, he was vice presi- County Tax Assessor-Collector native who graduated from L. C. complete the last year of Spears’ took the opportunity to use was the first cellist to receive the dent of academic affairs at the and Voter Registrar, was honored Anderson High school. She re- four-year term. them. Doctor of Musical Arts degree Cleveland Institute of Music by the Travis County Commis- ceived a Bachelor’s degree in En- The Travis County Tax For those who do not know from Yale. The recipient of a (1990-94), and associate vice sioners in Commissioners’ Court. glish from Fisk University and a Office collects property taxes for what the Vote Centers are, it is Fulbright Award, he studied mu- chancellor for academic affairs at Spears, a twenty-one year vet- Master’s degree in Communica- 107 jurisdictions including the just another way to make it easier sic in Germany and is fluent in the University of North Carolina eran elected official, announced tions from Memphis State. She City of Austin, Austin ISD, Aus- for citizens to cast their ballots. German. at Greensboro (1987-90). her retirement earlier this year. worked in Washington D. C. for tin Community College, Travis The idea is simple, and way Crutcher came to Parking for the event is On Wednesday, Novem- U. S. Senator Ralph Yargrough County and Travis Central overdue. They work like the Wheaton from Miami University available in the San Antonio Ga- ber 9, The Balck Austin Demo- and in Austin for State Rep. Health. In addition, the tax of- early voting centers. On Elec- in Oxford, Ohio, where he served rage at 2420 San Antonio Street, crats honored Spears at a public Wilhelmina Delco. fice registers and collects fees tion day, if you did not take the as provost and executive vice one block west of Guadalupe. reception at the 11th Street Sta- In 1991 She was appointed for 836,000 vehicles and trans- opportunity to vote early, you president for academic affairs For more information please con- tion Restaurant. as the first African American to fers 204,000 vehicle titles annu- can still experience the early and professor of music. From tact Jennifer Wang, 475-6064. Travis County residents be Tax Assessor Collector in ally. Nelda Wells Spears also voting convenience on election Supreme Court Could Decide to are familiar with the name “Nelda Texas. She has been elected to 5 serves as the Travis County day. Voters can cast their bal- Wells Spears”. Those who own consecutive 4-year terms. Voter Registrar and maintains lots at any poling place location. Review Health Care Reform Nov. 10 property or vehicles have made On July 21st of this year records for 569,000 voters. Just look for the “Vote Here” Special to NNPA from ness, Liberty University and the checks out to that name for over Spears announced her retirement Spears says she plans to sign that is displayed at each Afro-American Newspaper Thomas More Law Center, and twenty years. Starting on Janu- effective December 31st, 2011. enjoy retirement by spending voting precinct. The nation’s highest court petitions from the Obama admin- ary 1st, 2012, residents will write The advanced notice provided more time with her family. The November 8 election was could decide whether to review istration will be under consider- a trial run for the 2012 elections. President Barack Obama’s health ation. And for first-time voters, who care reform law as soon as Nov. In a private conference on have recently moved, or those 10, Politico reports. Nov. 10, the court could decide who haven’t voted in the past Five opponents of the law if they want to hear the issue, year or two, Vote Centers will and the Obama administration and would announce their deci- Howard make it easier to find a polling have asked the U.S. Supreme sion on Nov. 14. Justices could place an have a positive voting Court to review whether the also defer a decision until a later University experience. Candidates should law’s requirement for all Ameri- conference. use this information in their ad cans to buy insurance is consti- Politico said the Supreme campaigns to encourage more tutional. Five of the six requests Court is expected to hear the is- Adds voters to vote. have been sent to the court al- sue because the administration Travis County election turn- ready, according to Politico. has asked and circuit courts Its outs have been dismal for the Opponents of the law, in- have issued conflicting deci- last few years, especially in non- cluding 26 states, the National sions on whether the mandate is Voice presidential election years. Federation of Independent Busi- constitutional. While many voters turn out for East Austin forum focused on the presidential elections, other to elections are just as important. news coverage for the community Currently, the Austin City Cean and Chavis at Occupy Austin Occupy march organizer Talib Karim, a law- Council is considering moving the U.S. and around the world even in yer and community organizer, the the face of questions about what the our city election to November, Movement group of about 25 chanted, handed group really wants, how it hopes to rather than in May. Many feel out fliers and encouraged passersby achieve that and the derisive, smug and that this will insure a greater turn to join them on their March for Jobs condescending remarks and comments out for the council elections. At and Justice. from politicians and media alike. Oc- the present time, only about 10 They stopped briefly at cupy Wall Street’s increasing popular- or 15% of the registered voters By Barrington M. McPherson Square and Freedom ity can be traced to the fact that its turn out for the council elections. Salmon Staff Writer Plaza, the sites of two public spaces message resonates so deeply with the taken over by Occupy D.C. and by As a result, many charge that Special disaffected. to the NNPA from the the time marchers stood on the steps the elected representatives do “I’m here because I believe in Washington Informer of the Chamber of Commerce, the humanity and human rights,” said not truly represent the majority Panelist (l to r)--Glen Frankel, Richard Smith (KAZI), Alberta Phillips, Michael Fabac (KXAN), Carlos Sandaval (Community Access TV), and Howard University alumnus crowd had swelled to about 60 Danny Montes, 25, who comes to of the citizens in the city. Laura K. Smith (HTU). Staff photo. Maria Ellis is one face of the Oc- people. McPherson Square daily to offer his Many believe that Single- The School of Journalism tools have helped topple govern- cupy D.C. movement. She has a Along the route, protestors time and support. “Occupy D.C. is Member districts would go a at The University of Texas at Aus- ments in the Arab world and are graduate degree in International Re- talked to those who paused to watch, about justice, equality, and equity, not long ways to solving that prob- tin, Huston-Tillotson University providing Americans with power- lations and wanted to go to law school engaged others who offered vocal just for D.C. and New York residents lem, by getting more people in- and KAZI-FM co-sponsored a ful new ways to consume, share but couldn’t afford it. support or other comments, and but also for people all around the world. volved in the process. That re- community forum to discuss and and even report the news. And as a homeowner, she, seemed to draw strength from the There’s a lot of things that built up to like other Americans, feels squeezed energy of passersby. mains to be seen. make recommendations on the The Digital Revolution, this. I am very concerned about immi- by the recession. She is among a vo- Occupy Wall Street and its D.C. grant rights and migration because of During Tuesday’s election, crisis in local media coverage in however, has shattered old busi- cal group who hold politicians, cor- offshoot is an amalgam of students, re- my family history. People are getting the Digital Age. The forum fea- both Propositions 1 & 2 Travis ness models for news and infor- porate interests, and others respon- tirees, war veterans, the unemployed, screwed over not just by the govern- County Bond issues passed by tured journalist Steven Waldman, mation, caused massive job cuts sible for the declining state of the the homeless and even children who ment but by the way the system a large margin with almost 60% lead author of a Federal Commu- and produced a shortage of local, nation’s economy. say they will no longer tolerate inequal- works.” of the vote. While most of tie nications Commission (FCC) re- professional accountability re- Ellis’ concerns are what ity and a political and economic sys- “On a personal level, I want to issues that these bonds are de- port on the state of local media porting. This could lead to more prompted her to join scores of tem that marginalizes the poor and make sure my little brother has a fu- signed to solve are not in the coverage. government waste and local cor- Howard University alumnae, stu- middle class. In Washington, D.C. and ture,” said Montes, a D.C. resident Austin City Limits, they had to The event was held Sun- ruption, less effective schools and dents and faculty on the university’s elsewhere, people have set up tent cit- whose family came from Mexico. “I campus Fri., October 28 and to ies with the intention of occupying be voted on by all residents of day, November 6, at Huston- other serious community prob- want an education, a good job as de- march to the U.S. Chamber of Com- public spaces until big business, phar- fined as a living wage, a protected job, Travis County, including the Tillotson University, the Agard- lems. merce at 16th an H Street, N.W. to maceutical companies, bankers, and poli- like a union job. The American dream is Lovinggood Auditorium, City of Austin. News coverage of rally for a change. ticians dismantle the cozy relationship defined as having a (good) job and being There were an additional ten The revolution in digital marginalized communities such as The protestors joined the that often produces unfair advantages comfortable, but the reality is that is constitutional amendments on media has created a vibrant land- East Austin has never been as growing numbers of people who are for the rich and privileged. not the case. People don’t have oppor- the ballot. The final results of scape of possibilities for faster good or thorough as it should using Occupy D.C. and Occupy Wall What began as a group of 2,000 tunities – there’s a lot of work that needs the statewide vote was not and cheaper news distribution have been and it might be getting Street to express their extreme dis- protestors camped out in New York’s to be done.” available at press time. There and more ways to consume infor- worse. satisfaction with the status quo. Financial District in Lower Manhattan Local lawyer Franklyn Burke were many important issues that mation. Local television and ra- There were no real sugges- The marchers trekked along a giving voice to anger at the antics of the said when he heard that the march from circuitous route that took them down nation’s political and economic elite, is were included in these Amend- dio stations, newspapers and a tions or recommendations made Howard was taking place, he decided Georgia Avenue in Northwest, along now a wildfire that has hop scotched to take his place alongside his fellow ments ranging from Student flood of innovative Web start-ups during the forum. There were more Rhode Island Avenue, and 11th from the United States to Australia, the demonstrators. are using an array of digital tools Loans, to Veterans rights. We questions than answers, but it Street into the heart of downtown. Philippines, London, Ireland and Rome. “This will be a long, hard task. will have more complete infor- to improve the ways they gather gave the attendees a lot to con- They ended up in front of the U.S. Occupy Wall Street continues It will be tough to defeat this entrenched mation next week. and disseminate the news. These sider. Chamber of Commerce. Led by to gain momentum and credibility in set.” THE VILLAGER Page 2 ~ November 11, 2011 www.theaustinvillager.com EDITORIALS/COMMENTARY Social Security is Vital How Black is for African-American Herman Cain? African American roots. He gradu- ence would be of many accomplish- Families ated from Archer public school in ments with Pillsbury where he had 1963 and proudly began his matricu- additional measures to help African-American Social Se- key management positions with lation through Morehouse College reduce the federal deficit. curity beneficiaries and their Burger King subsidiary and . He graduated from this Black insti- They are due to report rec- nearly one of every three then with its Godfather’s Pizza sub- tution in 1968. He soon married his ommendations for further married couples rely on So- sidiary. It was here where he began wife Gloria who recently graduated budget cuts to the full Con- cial Security for 90 percent his notoriety as his successes at Harry C. Alford from another renown Black institu- gress next month. or more of their retirement both places became legendary. By A. Barry Rand NNPA Columnist tion, Morris Brown College . Her There are those who income. In short, Social Se- Never, not once, did this child of Special to the NNPA A lot of people are quick to career includes being a teacher and speak of Social Security ben- curity is all that stands be- the Jim Crow South forget his roots. from the Capital Outlook disclaim presidential candidate librarian. efits as if they are something tween millions of African Eventually, he and a group of in- Herman Cain as a natural Black or His family (wife, son and In these days of high you don’t deserve. You are Americans and poverty in vestors bought Godfather’s from African American simply because daughter) have lived a productive unemployment and growing not entitled to Social Secu- old age. And the vast major- Pillsbury and it became more suc- of his conservative, pro-business life in Atlanta and never forgetting financial insecurity, the last rity benefits simply by turn- ity of middle-income African cessful. He moved to Omaha, NE views. It really puzzles me how that they are indeed descendents thing African-American ing age 65. Nor are Social Se- Americans count Social Se- where it was based. This shocked people think political persuasion of the African American experience families need is a serious curity benefits some sort of curity as their largest source the business world. This newly es- identifies your race. The founder of in America , replete with slavery, threat to the only guaran- “handout.” You’ve earned of income in retirement. tablished magnate was Black and the Republican Party, Frederick struggle, discrimination and ob- teed, lifelong source of in- your Social Security ben- Social Security also would never let you mistake him for Douglas, was indeed Black. The stacles not sustained by any other come the majority of our fami- efits. They are based on a provides valuable survivors’ anything else. Herman Cain – “Father of Black Economic Empow- people on earth. They know it but lies count on. It took too lifetime of payroll contribu- and disability benefits. Afri- strong, proud and black to the erment”, Booker T. Washington, still they rise! Much of their strength many years and too much tions from your years of can Americans are more “bone”- his story continues. was also very much Black. Repub- is gathered in their membership in blood, sweat and tears for work. likely to receive both survi- Herman learned much about lican President Richard M. Nixon Antioch Baptist Church right there African-American families We must never let our vor benefits and disability banking by becoming the Deputy got 38% of the Black vote –yes, in inner city Atlanta . Mrs. Cain to secure a place among elected leaders forget the benefits than white workers, Chairman of the Federal Reserve they were really Black. Let’s take a sings in the choir while Herman is America’s middle class. beneficial impact Social Se- and these benefits are a sig- Bank of Kansas City and eventu- good look at Herman Cain and de- one of the associate ministers. He I’m talking about the curity has had on the qual- nificant source of income for ally became the Chairman. He has termine if there is anything to dis- has been a member of the church current threat to one of the ity of life for African Ameri- African-American families. A also done a stint as CEO of the pel his Black appearance. since he was ten years old. Antioch most successful programs in cans, beginning with re- study by the National Urban mighty National Restaurant Asso- Mr. Cain was born in Mem- is part of the National Baptist Con- U.S. history – Social Secu- duced poverty and better League Institute for Oppor- ciation which gave him experience phis, Tennessee on December 13, vention, USA . It doesn’t get any rity. Social Security is much health. And most impor- tunity and Equality found with lobbying in Washington, DC 1945. These were serious Jim Crow blacker than that. more important to African tantly, we must make sure that African-American chil- and an understanding of politics at times in a very segregated South. His bachelor’s degree at Americans than many real- they recognize the vital role dren are almost four times the national level. After that he His mother was a cleaning woman Morehouse was in mathematics ize. Social Security has be- of Social Security in build- more likely to be lifted out moved back to Atlanta . This career and domestic worker – just like my and he began his career as a ballis- come a prime target of many ing and sustaining the Afri- of poverty by Social Secu- is phenomenal. The frosting on the mother. His father was born on a tics analyst for the U.S. Department in Congress for cuts to pay can-American middle class. rity benefits than white chil- cake is that it belongs to a proud farm and worked as a barber, janitor of Navy (civilian GS schedule). the nation’s bills. Today, se- According to a report dren. Black man. and as a chauffeur. These were While working there he went rious cuts in Social Security by the Joint Center for Po- The Rev. Martin Luther I first heard Herman Cain humble Black roots for Mr. Cain but through a graduate program in com- benefits are being consid- litical and Economic Studies King Jr. once said, “Our lives speak in 1989. A Black social ser- they were also proud roots. His fore- puter science at Purdue University ered by the so-called con- commissioned by AARP ear- begin to end the day we be- vice group I belonged to at the time, fathers were slaves – just like mine. and received his master’s degree. gressional “Super Commit- lier this year, Social Security come silent about things that International Frontiers, was having His family (parents and He then leveraged his master’s de- tee.” These are benefits that benefits are the only source matter.” We cannot afford to its annual convention in Omaha, NE. brother) soon moved to Atlanta and gree to begin his corporate career African Americans have of income for two out of five be silent about protecting They proudly introduced him as the settled initially in The Bluff area. His starting with The Coca-Cola Com- earned through a lifetime of African-American retiree our Social Security benefits. Godfather of Black Business in father’s proudest moment came pany in Atlanta as a computer sys- hard work. households that receive By speaking out, we can Omaha . He wore that mantel when he and his wife saved enough tems analyst. Ironically, one of the The “debt-ceiling” bill benefits. help preserve earned Social proudly and spoke to us about money to buy their first home in chauffeur jobs his father had was Congress passed in August According to the So- Security benefits for African Black economic empowerment via Collier Heights . Herman grew up in for the President of Coca Cola – only charged 12 members of Con- cial Security Administration, Americans for generations self-determination (just like Booker the Black side of Atlanta never in America ! gress with recommending more than half of unmarried to come. T. Washington). I became impressed doubting his blackness and pure His other corporate experi- then and that hasn’t changed since. Cain Isn’t Able…to Stop the Violence Keep His Lies Straight Against Women According to a transcript of you know by whom? the program, Cain said, “The one CAIN: We don’t know. We stop the violence against cleaned rooms for $25 an [complaining employee] that I am have no idea. women. hour in New York, that she familiar with worked in the Wash- Later in the program, Cain The Violence Against had an acquaintance or ington office. And I can’t even re- blamed “the innuendoes from all the Women Act (VAWA) was fiancé who may have been member her name because she had news reports that haven’t been pre- authored by Vice-President involved in drugs and was not been a long-term employee. But senting the facts.” Joe Biden when he was the incarcerated in Arizona, that I do remember the formal allegations In the Forbes interview, Cain senator from Delaware. It be- she may have lied on her im- she made in terms of sexual harass- shifted the blame from the media to came law in 1994, and was re- migration application, and ment.” Curt Anderson, a former Cain con- By. Julianne Malveaux authorized in 2000 and 2005. that she may have earned in- By George E. Curry When asked about the sultant now working for Texas Gov. NNPA Columnist It is up for reauthorization come that she did not report. NNPA Columnist settlement, Cain replied: “Maybe Rick Perry’s presidential bid. After again this year, and while it Before it was all said and And Cain talked with Abel three months’ salary or something Anderson denied the charge, Cain’s The Fort Worth Alum- should face no trouble in done, charges were dropped. his brother: and it came to pass, like that, just vaguely trying to re- backed away from his allegation. nae Chapter of Delta Sigma Congress, who knows with Then DSK fled back to when they were in the field, that call it.” The next day, in an inter- That is not the only example Theta Sorority, Incorporated this Congress? France where he spoke of an Cain rose up against Abel his view with Robin Meade on CNN, of Cain flip-flopping. He was inter- held its annual Sisterhood While there should be “inappropriate relationship” brother, and slew him. – Genesis Cain changed the payoff amount viewed Oct. 19 on CNN by Piers Luncheon last Saturday, and no resistance to this reau- with Diallo. Give me a break! 4:8 to “somewhere in the vicinity of Morgan. After Cain said he is op- I was privileged and hon- thorization, it is important for When does spilling In Biblical times, Cain slew three to six months.” posed to abortion under all circum- ored to be the keynote women to remind their con- your semen on someone you Abel. Today, another Cain – Repub- According to the New York stances, Morgan pressed the GOP speaker. A cloud hovered gressional representatives do not know constitute a re- lican presidential hopeful Herman Times, it was even larger. On Nov. 2, presidential candidate. over the luncheon, though, that this critical legislation lationship? I digress. The Cain – can’t put to death the allega- the newspaper, citing three un- MORGAN: But you’ve had and the media was there to must be reauthorized. point is that many women tions by at least three women that named sources with “direct knowl- children, grandchildren. If one of talk about it. Additionally, there is a don’t speak out because he sexually harassed them in the late edge” of the case, said the women your female children, grandchildren, Four Delta women federal agency that focuses they don’t want to be 1990s during his tenure as president were given a year’s salary to leave was raped, you would honestly have been raped in the Dal- on implementing VAWA by dragged through the media of the National Restaurant Asso- the trade association. want her to bring up that baby as las Fort Worth area in the providing resources to orga- mud of scrutiny into their ciation. In his interview with Van her own? last year by a serial rapist nizations dedicated to pre- past lives. Even a prostitute Cain’s shifting and contra- Susteren, Cain said that he was hav- CAIN: …No, it comes down who appears to be targeting venting violence against can be raped, but the prosti- dictory explanations are part of a ing difficulty recalling all the details to it’s not the government’s role, or women in their 50s and 60s. women. The Office on Vio- tute wouldn’t likely get a fair larger pattern of what FactCheck.org of the alleged sexual harassment anybody else’s role to make that The rapes have caused such lence against Women trail, especially if her abuser calls “a proven ability to spread incident because it was 12 years decision. Secondly, if you look at alarm that the national Presi- (ww.ovw.usdoj.gov) is part were rich and powerful. outrageously false information – ago. However, in a story published the statistical incidents, you’re not dent of our sorority, Cynthia of the Department of Justice. The victim’s character such as accusing Planned Parent- Nov. 2 on Forbes magazine’s online talking that big a number. So what Butler McIntyre, has issued Earlier this fall, they held a is still placed on trial, and hood of ‘genocide’ and concentrat- site, Cain said he had shared the I’m saying is it ultimately gets down an alert, suggesting caution meeting of university chan- that shouldn’t be the case. ing abortion clinics in black neigh- sexual harassment allegations with to a choice that that family or that in displaying Delta identifi- cellors and presidents to talk And yet, how many women borhoods.” Cain has mismanaged a consultant he used in his failed mother has to make. Not me as presi- cation on automobiles, and about campus safety and judge victims of rape with the sexual harassment claims from 2004 U.S. Senate campaign in Geor- dent, not some politician, not a bu- in wearing identifying t- violence against women, the same harsh scrutiny that the beginning. gia. reaucrat. It gets down to that fam- shirts and sweaters. since college-aged young others have. What was she Politico reported on Oct. 30: The Politico story also ily. And whatever they decide, they Every two minutes, people are more likely to be wearing? Was she asking for “During Herman Cain’s tenure as noted, “Cain, who has been mar- decide. I shouldn’t have to tell them someone is sexually as- victims of such violence than it? Was it just miscommuni- the head of the National Restaurant ried to his wife Gloria for 43 years, what decision to make for such a saulted. More than 200,000 others are. cation? Association in the 1990s, at least did tell at least one campaign staffer sensitive issue. people, mostly women, are The office urges people VAWA does not ad- two female employees complained this year about the possibility that But in an Oct. 30 interview sexually assaulted each needing assistance to reach dress many of these ques- to colleagues and senior associa- claims of sexual harassment could on “Meet the Press” with Bob year. But only one in sixteen out to the National Domes- tions, and perhaps it cannot. tion officials about inappropriate be- surface, according to the aide.” Schieffer, Cain took adopted a dif- rapists will spend even a tic Violence Hotline at 1-800- We have to change the cul- havior by Cain, ultimately leaving The candidate who likes to ferent position. moment in jail – more than 799-SAFE or the National ture so that rape is so repug- their jobs at the trade group, mul- lecture people about personal re- CAIN: … I am pro-life from 60 percent of all rapes are Sexual Assault Hotline at 1- nant an act that most people tiple sources confirm…” sponsibility has chosen to play the conception, period. I was – that not reported to the police. 800-656-HOPE. will not consider it as an op- The Web site reported, blame game. He told Van Susteren, piece that was pulled out was taken Most rapes occur within a Although we are well tion, that penalties are so “…They signed agreements with “I have no idea who’s egging this totally out of context when we were mile of a victim’s home, or in into the twenty-first century, harsh that people can be the restaurant group that gave them on, who’s on this witch hunt...” talking about – her home, and almost two- we still treat the crime of rape thrown under the jail for financial payouts to leave the asso- And there was this ex- SCHIEFFER: Okay, so in thirds of all rapes are com- with nineteenth century sen- such crimes. Four members of ciation. The agreements also in- change on CNN: other words – you don’t – would mitted by someone the vic- sibilities. Many women lack Delta Sigma Theta Sorority cluded language that bars the MEADE: So you feel this is not ever believe in abortion if rape, tim actually knows. Nearly the courage that the Guinean were violated in the Dallas- women from talking about their de- a smear campaign? From whom, do incest or the health of the mother 80 percent of all rapes are victim of former World Bank Fort Worth area, and more parture.” Cain said in a speech at you think? was involved. perpetrated on women under President Dominique than 200,000 people are vio- the National Press Club on Oct. 31 CAIN: I absolutely believe CAIN: Correct. That’s my 30, so the Delta rapes are Strauss-Kahn (also known as lated in our nation each year. that he was “unaware of any settle- that this is an intended smear cam- position. unusual in many respects. DSK) showed. Yet her treat- Delta can use the pain of ment” with women who had ac- paign using these two cases – like As we have seen, Cain’s po- Still, Delta Sigma Theta ment is a cautionary tale these rapes to lead the na- cused him of sexual harassment. I said, I’m not even aware of the sition changes frequently, some- Sorority has the opportunity about why so many victims tion in drawing a line in the Later, on that same day, he gave a second one. It’s a smear campaign. times within the same day. Maybe to turn the pain of these are silent. After Naffissatou sand. Enough is enough. It different answer in an interview with When they cannot – contradicting himself or outright rapes into an empowering Diallo spoke up, we learned is time to stop the violence Greta Van Susteren on Fox News. MEADE: By whom? Do lying is the curse of Cain. moment by organizing to all her business – that she against women. www.theaustinvillager.com THE VILLAGER Page 3 ~ November 11, 2011 CHURCH & TOWN BULLETIN dition went well, but I explained that David & Tamela Mann aka “Mr. Brown and my wife and I come as a package,” ex- plained David. “Perry and I talked Cora” from Meet the Browns comes to Austin Tamela into acting and the rest is his- By Naomi Logan Richard ented lineup that will keep you clean fun,” according to David tory. Now she is a stage success and Austin, it’s time to hear the laughing while you experience the and Tamela. loves it!” dynamic and inspiring music min- blessings of a down home church Tamela has enjoyed na- Ingeniously funny and extraor- istry of Tamela Mann, and a service. tional acclaim after her highly suc- dinarily talented are understatements comedy hour with husband David “This is a show for the cessful 2009 release, “The Mas- when it comes to the multifaceted actor Mann. The married couple duo whole family with clean comedy ter Plan” which remained at the and 2011 NAACP Award winner for will be on stage November 12 at and gospel music. We have a stan- top of the Gospel sales chart for Outstanding Actor In A Comedy Se- the Frank Erwin Center for one dard and are committed to whole- almost a year. Next, she released ries (Meet The Browns, “Mr. Brown”), show only. You don’t want to some entertainment. That’s our “The Master Plan Deluxe Edi- David Mann. A native of the “Bible miss this team, first discovered brand and we won’t change. We tion” which contained not only belt” state of Texas, David masterfully by Kirk Franklin and later Tyler stand for something and enjoy all the songs from the best-seller, showcases his God given talents in Perry. They are an incredibly tal- making the audience laugh using but David’s CD, “Mr. Brown’s David and Tamela Mann to perform at Erwin Center today’s most dynamic and distinguished genre. Good Ol’ Time Church,” a full Say…She Say…But What Does The happy, feel-good story of bonus DVD of behind the scenes God Say? On the heels of her Tamela and David have them falling in footage, music videos and an epi- highly lauded stage debut, her act- love, starting a family—their kids are sode of their in production cook- ing career took off as she was Porcia, Tiffany, David and Tia, and rais- ing show. The deluxe package tapped by Tyler Perry to appear ing their niece Sonya as their own— continues to be a top selling col- in his stage play, I Can Do Bad and continuing to turn in strong, artful lection in stores and online. All By Myself. performances on stage and on screen. Tamela wrote the hit single, Accentuating his already Don’t miss this show, destined The Master Plan, and had this to natural gift of making people to be an event of the season providing say about the experience. “God laugh as a youth, David set his comic relief and food for your soul! gave me the song but I wasn’t sure sights on acting. As a free-spir- if it was good enough for the ited adolescent, the self-pos- project. In our personal lives, sessed 15 year-old discovered a Nappy Edges there were many days that we way to employ his unsuspecting didn’t see or understand what antics by involving himself in vari- BRAIDER NEEDED God had in mind for us. We had ous high school activities including con- to trust that God had the Master temporary drama. Finding his natural Plan. When I let David and the element, David was commonly cast as producer hear the song, they im- the production’s funnyman where his mediately said it had to go on the infectious comedic flair was visibly re- CD.” The CD went on to win for alized. From high school to local com- Traditional Gospel Album of the munity theater, David’s accomplished Year onstage at the 42nd Annual performances quickly gained notable Gospel Music Association’s Dove recognition. In short order, David joined FREE HAIR Awards on April 20, 2011. forces with one of America’s funniest Relaxers, Styles, Tamela’s extraordinary ca- actors and critically acclaimed play- Cuts, Braids, reer began in the early 90’s when wright, Tyler Perry Tree Braids, she joined future gospel superstar “Being on stage and making Sewed Weaves Franklin as a member of his plati- people laugh was something I always and Much More num selling Gospel music group, loved. My promoter arranged for me Call 499-8969 The Family. 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GROCERY HOSPITAL PHARMACY Bishop Dr. Sterling Lands, II and Elect *We cash ALL Tax Refund*Checks *Check Out Serving Austin since 1970 Lady Mable Lands celebrates 27th Annual Let us Fill your next Perscription! The Greater Calvary Bible sionary Baptist Church of At- THE Locations SAVE TIME Church invites the entire com- lanta, Ga. will be the guest and munity to join them in the 27th at 5 p.m. Pastor Willie Brooks AIRPORT 450l East Martin Annual Celebration of Bishop *Ask your doctor to call your prescription in to us and the Upper Room Baptist FLEE MARKET Luther King Blvd. and we’ll have it ready for you when you get here! Sterling and Elect Lady Mable Church, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lands, II on Sunday, November will be the guest. Saturdays and & 2115 E. MLK Blvd. Austin, Texas 78702 13. There will be two services. Greater Calvary is located 512-476-7338 www.PHRX.Net At 10 a.m., Bishop Alfred T. at 6510 Berkman Dr. in Austin. Sundays 1149 Airport Blvd. Open Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sat 9 a.m. - Noon Lands and the Family Life Mis- For information call 512-454-6170. Agape Baptist Church Imani Community Church In “The Centre” Bldg. F-15 7801 N. Lamar Blvd. (SE Corner of N Lamar and 183) Davis Elementray Auditorium 5214 West Duval Road AGAPE is a chuch for all people. “Where Jesus Christ is Magnified and the love He exhibited is Exemplified.” Come, receive God’s unconditional lovefor you. For there is no greater love! Sunday School 9:00 A.M. Church Services Worship Service 10:00 A.M. Sunday School 9:30 AM •Power Hour Bible Life Group 6:00 P.M. Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Imani Complex & Office, Mid-Week Service 11800 Mustang at Duval Austin, Texas 78727 Thursday: Praise, Prayer and Bible Study 7:00 PM Call 454-1547 for Transporation Visit:imanichurch.com Rev. H. Ed Calahan Website www.agapebcaustintx.org Rev. Dr. Jacquelyn Donald-Mims Office: 512-343-9300 Pastor

St. Peter’s United Methodist Church JOSHUA CHAPEL CHRISTIAN METHODIST Rosewood Avenue Missionary Baptist Church 4509 Springdale Road Austin, Tx 78723 EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1820 Rosewood Avenue, Austin, Texas 78702 Office 512- 926-1686 Fax 512-929-7281 1006 Yeager Lane, Suite 102-A Austin, Texas (512) 476-8201 Fax (512) 476-5693 Christian Web Site- Weekly Services stpetersaustintx.ning.com Sunday Services [email protected] Sunday School 9:30 a.m. THE PLACE WHERE WE STEP OUT ON FAITH. Sunday School 10:00 A.M. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. COME AND STEP OUT ON FAITH WITH US Worship Service 11:00 A.M. Wed. Night Bible Fellowship 6:30 p.m. Sunday School 8:45 a.m. WEDNESDAY Bible Study 6:30 P.M. Praise and Worship 10:15 a.m. SATURDAY New The Spencer & Ora Lee Nobles Wednesday Bible Study 12:00 p.m. Member Assimilation 10:00 A.M. “Hope Center” (512) 476-6722 Rev. Jack C. Gause and Praise /Bible Study 6:30 p.m. (to include Children’s Choir Rehersaland Rev. Coby Shorter, III Website: Pastor Rev. Lois Hayes, Pastor Bible Study with age appropiate Activities) Pastor www.rosewoodbaptistchurch.org Ebenezer Baptist Church AFRICAN ASSEMBLIES of GOD Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church 1010 East 10th Street 512-478-1875 Fax: 512-478-1892 CHURCH 5900 Cameron Road Austin, Texas 78723-1843 A growing church ministering to African American and (512) 451-0808 (512) 302-4575 Fax Bus Ministry Call 512-478-1875 other nationals Web Site - www.themount.net Come worship with us Sunday Services WORSHIP SERVICES Worship Service 8:00 A.M. Sunday Worship - 7:45 a.m. & 11 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 A.M. Sunday Worship 11:30 A.M. Church School - 9:45 a.m. Discipleship Training 10:00 A.M. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:45 P.M. Bible Studies - Mon, 6:30 p.m. & Wed., 12 noon Worship Service 11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Worship - 7 p.m. Place of Worship Wednesday “Ministries For Mankind” Luke 4:18 Midweek Prayer Service 7:00 P.M. The Church of Glad Tidings 2700 Northland Dr. Austin, TX 78756 Rev. Rodney L Swisher, Child Development Center For more information, contact Pastor Jonah Ghartey B.A., M. Div., Interim Pastor Ages 0-5 years (Daily) 512-478-6709 512-873-8103 [email protected] A.W.. Anthony Mays, Senior Pastor

If you have church news St Annie A.M.E. Church Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Chruch 1711 Newton Street 1701 Chestnut Avenue Austin, TX 78702 or Austin, Texas 78704 Church Phone (512) 476-0838 Voice mail (512) 444-4509 to have your church included on E-mail: [email protected] Morning Worship Service @ 11 a.m. Sundays @ 9:00a.m.- Sunday school Advancing the Ministry - Sunday @ 10:00am Bible Study this page, send information to Expanding the Church Monday @ 6:30 pm Bible Study Church School 9:30 A.M. Sun Mid-Week Service each Wednesday [email protected] Morning Worship 10:45 A.M. Sun evening at 6:30 p.m., where there Bible Study 7:30 P.M. Sun. is Prayer, Praising, and Preaching or going on. Come and worship with Rev. Derwin D. Gipson, Pastor us!!! call 512-476-0082. Rev. Ralph H. Daniels, Pastor THE VILLAGER Page 4 ~ November 11, 2011 www.theaustinvillager.com YOUTH BRIGADE Youth of Today Managing campaigns for corporations around the clock, around the world.

Hope of Tomorrow A Healthy Relationship Practice ACT Test The Bearcats are Champs! university’s growth from a small for photos after winning the successful in school. teacher preparation institution Championship game on Satur- When you think about it, you to a major, multipurpose univer- day Nov 5th against the Round see your teachers almost every sity. Texas State’s original mis- Rock Tigers (White) team fi- single day. Probably more than sion was to prepare Texas pub- nal score 18-6. you see a large portion of your lic school teachers. This Saturday we will be family. When you give this At this point, we moved traveling to San Antonio to thought, teachers are the ones on the other purpose of our visit, play in another bowl game. who determine whether you testing. Everyone waited outside Our Midget Flag and Pee-Wee pass or fail. If they don’t want in the cold to be called into one Tackle teams also took the to pass you, they don’t have to. of the buildings to take the prac- Championship title for their di- No matter what happens tice ACT. Eventually, it was time vision of the Central Texas you should treat your teachers Will Purcell to take the test so we filed in and Youth Football League. Over- Jaquarry Wilson with the upmost respect be- New Manor Tech HS everybody took a seat. When it Jaylon Knighten all the Capital City Bearcats Del Valle High School cause, in a way, they determine On Saturday November 5, was time, the coaches passed Dailey Middle School Teams including our Lady When thinking about the your destiny. Also getting along I went on a field trip with Col- out the tests and gave the stu- The Capital City Bearcats cheerleaders had a most significant people in your with your teachers prepares you lege Forward to visit Texas State dents instructions. Bearcats senior’s team posed great season. life, many people come to mind. for a job. A teacher is kind of like University in San Marcos. Col- I’ll admit the test was Parents, siblings, friends are your temporary boss. While you lege Forward is a non-profit col- complete torture and over- Donations and Volunteers probably the most common of are in their classroom, you have lege access program that sup- whelming to everyone taking it. Santa is accepting donations of choices. to abide by their rules. ports Central Texas students Many people including myself, new toys, non-perishable food Being a student comes The same applies to a from the beginning of the 11th were constantly falling asleep items and money. The program with many responsibilities, es- boss at a job. While you are at grade until they earn a four-year during the exam and each sec- mainly needs donations for older pecially when you’re in high work, you have to follow their college degree. tion was timed in at least 30 kids, ages 10-14 and infants up school. The reason I previously rules and if not, there is a high Many parents including minute increments. We were all to 2 years old. The program is brought up significant people is possibility that you will get my own, went with students on allowed a break after the second also in need of volunteers to because if you plan on having a fired. Developing a strong and the trip and it was a really busy section was completed. help sort the toys, wrap presents successful school experience, healthy relationship with your day. First, all College Forward Overall, the exam took 3 1/ and deliver the packages. your teachers should be on that teachers is one of the most im- coaches, student members and 2 hours long and everyone Even though this is coor- list. Having a healthy relation- portant things you need to do parents met at Manor High started to literally cheer, because dinated by the Pflugerville Po- ship with your teacher is one of because it will benefit you School at 7:00 am for roll call and the torture was finally over. Ev- Marshay Hatcher lice Department, many, if not all most important factors of being greatly in the future. a 7:15 departure. erybody went to one of the Pflugerville High School of the sorting, wrapping, and de- Students grouped to- campus cafeterias which had livering of packages are done gether from Manor New Tech multiple stations, like you’d find The Pflugerville Police by volunteers that come from Homecoming Mania! High, Manor High and LBJ High in a food-court. After lunch, the Department’s Blue Santa Pro- Pflugerville businesses, volun- flage day. Friday was rep ma- rode chartered school buses to students split up into groups gram is starting their round up teer organizations and the com- roon and white colors. The the Texas State campus. With and were led by the College For- for donations and volunteers for munity of Pflugerville. judges could not decide, and the fall weather kicking in, it was ward coaches on a tour around this holiday season. The Blue We hope to see many of they said it was a tie between freezing cold which made the ride the campus. Santa Program provides toys you come out to help and sup- the juniors and the seniors. very uncomfortable. Since it was Our tour was a good and Christmas dinners for port these family in their time of On Friday, we wore ma- still early, I got tired and fell stress reliever and fun overall. needy children and their fami- need. Making someone’s roon and white colors. Girls asleep on the bus along with Plus, I learned that former U.S. lies in the local area. Christmas brighter and sharing rocked their beautiful mums. I some other kids. President/Vice President Lyndon Starting November 1 is the real meaning of Christmas. had never been interested in By the time we arrived, a Baines Johnson graduated from through December 15 Blue wearing a mum until this year. lot of people were excited about Texas State in 1930. My mom purchased me a mum. I being at Texas State. The campus After a long day, it was Veterans Day in Pflugerville was so happy and grateful! was bigger and older than I ex- time to get back on the buses so very important to Pflugerville, Olivia Smith The prep rally was excit- pected, but looked pretty nice. my group could return to Manor Lockhart H.S. and we would like to let the ing! There was a flash mob and Along the way, we learned that High school. Overall, most many veterans know how much This week was strictly everyone danced to the“ Wob- Texas State was originally named people did not enjoy taking the they mean to our community. dedicated to homecoming. My ble”. The band played a few Southwest Texas State Normal practice test and neither did I. Our emphasis for this classmates were full of pure joy! songs that got everyone’s School and opened its doors in We students are preparing for ceremony is not only honoring Not a lot happens in Lockhart, adrenaline rushing. Everyone 1903. Over the years, the Texas our futures and want to do well, our soldiers and veterans, but so homecoming is a BIG DEAL! had a great time. Unfortunately, Legislature broadened the but there was a lot of unfamiliar honoring their families and the Besides Homecoming, we also the Lions lost their game against institution’s scope and changed information on the Practice ACT. sacrifices and hardships they had a contest between the the Lehman Lobos. The score its name, in succession, to Nor- Fortunately, this was a endure. sophomores, juniors and se- was 41-7. mal College, Teachers College, practice exam and not the actual The event will include niors! Despite their loss, the College, Southwest Texas State test so I have more time to pre- performances by the Pflugerville Monday was 80’s day. crowd had a great time and so University, and in 2003 to Texas pare. The real ACT may be just Adrian Jackson Elementary School Choir, a Tuesday I am not sure about . did the players. That is the main State University-San Marcos. as torturous as the practice test, Pflugerville High School statue dedication, a keynote ad- Wednesday was rep your class purpose of homecoming to have Each name reflects the but at least I’ll be ready. The citizens of Pfluger- dress from Navy Capt. Leonard color. Thursday was camou- a great time. ville are honoring the many vet- G. Shelton,Jr., as well as ad- Anything is Possible erans in our community, with dresses by Pflugerville Mayor A great week in sports their first Veterans day cer- Jeff Coleman and Travis County Simon Wolverines and both wrestle his freshman year of high emony, November 11th at 10:30 Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt. won. The band and cheerlead- school. After a successful high am at the Fallen Warrior Memo- We are looking forward to ers also must have pumped up school wrestling career he went on rial in Pfluger Park. this special event and hope that their spirits with all the music to wrestle at Penn State University. Remembering the many many of our residents will join and cheer. In addition to wrestling, Murphy is soldiers that have volunteered us in honoring all of our men and Also the seventh grade also an accomplished powerlifter, to protect the citizens of the women in uniform past and volleyball team had a three game competing in international compe- United States of America is present. trial, we won the first then lost, titions all over the world represent- but then won again. We had a ing the USA. MacKnightly News great sport week. Not only that, Rohan has been featured in basketball is getting ready to publications such as ABC news, tronic newsletter and it is called Tori Smith, start. Hope everyone also had a Sports Illustrated, MacKnightly News. The news- Lockhart Junior High School happy Halloween. and many more. He was even fea- letter is sent out on Wednesday Last week the seventh Well that is all for now see tured in his very own Nike commer- and Sunday. There is a lot of in- grade football team went against you all next week. Andrae Hatcher cial to motivate and inspire people formation in the newspaper for Pflugerville Middle School to exercise and live a healthy students, parents and the com- Pflugerville MiddleSchool lifestyle. munity. The newspaper will fea- Dailey’s Last Football Game had the great honor of having Rohan’s focus is a purpose ture past activities and informa- was so happy when I heard the Rohan Murphy come to speak to driven life and he now shares his tion about what is going to be news,we are undeafeated. the students and share his uplifting unique opinion on life with young happening at McCallum High For the past 3 days I had life story, motivating and inspiring people. School. to stay home from school because I the youths to do their best and Rohan’s target audience is This is a good resource was sick. I was breathing hard and never give up. the youth of America because he for students. It is also a good felt sick at the same time. On Rohan was born with deformed believes from the bottom of his heart messenger for parents just in wednesday morning I was cough- legs, and at the age of four, his rare that his life story and speech can Adam Gordon case students forget to inform ing like crazy and my chest was birth defect forced doctors to am- reach kids of all ages and inspire LBJ High School their parents of the events hap- hurting really bad. Then on putate both of his legs. Doctors them to also live a purpose driven McCallum High School pening at the school. Don’t miss thursday I just stayed home be- told the Murphy family that Rohan life. He talks about priceless life skills, has a newspaper. This is an elec- out, log in to MacKnightly News

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cause I was just sick, I didn’t have would never be able to take care of such as overcoming adversity, dedi- ○○○○○○ Dailey Middle School any breathing problems. Then on himself and would require 24 hour cation, and discipline. Youth of Today Dailey had their last foot- friday I went to the doctor to see care each day of his life. It was very Hearing all his amazing ac- ball game on November 1st. We wat was wrong with me. The doctor devastating for his family, complishments that he ach- ieved were against Odjeda. If we win this said that I had to stay home from and they did not know what would without having legs, showed the game we will be undeafeated for the school, again but I felt fine. Now I happen to their precious baby boy. Panthers that no matter who you whole football season / football have to find a way to make up my With some struggles, Rohan are, and no matter what you struggle champions. Dailey won the game! I class work. succeeded in school and started to with you can overcome it. Hope of Tomorrow! www.theaustinvillager.com THE VILlAGER Page 5 ~ November 11, 2011 CLASSIFIEDS ~ PUBLIC INFORMATION The Pfall ChiliPfest I’m Nominated 80 Volunteers needed be full of excitement and activ- Gifted and Talented program. ity for the cook off. Now that I’m nominated I need immediately The categories are for to make a portfolio full of Volunteers are nneded service learning project en- People’s Choice (Best Commu- things that I’ve done recently. for two up-coming events next titled “Adopt-A-Big Mama.” nity Cook), Best Judged Chili, Right now I’m having a week that are being sponsored The aim of this service en- and Best CASI Chili. This is a hard time finding things for my by the African American Men deavor is to give back to our very competitive competition portfolio that I’ve done re- & Boys Harvest Foundation. community, and in particular, and all contestants would love cently, but I’ll find some things There will be a Friday in- the elderly and those less for- their recipe to win. or make some things for my Tierra Good school conference opportunity tunate during the holidays. There will be award win- Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary portfolio. I’m just really excited ning chili cooks, lots of festive at Covington Middle School; What better way to strengthen November 3rd I was told to be nominated for this amaz- food, street dancing, and a very a school that has never hosted the relationships between ur- that I was nominated for the ing program. anticipated horseshoe tourna- a Men and Boys Conference ban minority youth, college before. They have 750 stu- Darius Hatcher ment. And for the children there students and other community Pflugerville Middle School will be many free activities like LBJ District Champs dents, that they are entrusting volunteers from all walks of life The City of Pflugerville face painting, bounce houses, Reagan (70-6) rounded out our the Harvest Foundation and with hearts to serve. will be eating lots of chili, be- train rides, arts and crafts, and undefeated streak in our dis- friends to make an impact on. The beautification cause it is once again time for many more enjoyable activities trict. 40 workshop facilitators are project will consist of painting Pflugerville Pfall ChiliPfest, Sat- for all ages. Along with this Dis- needed for this event on No- an accent wall in 20 bedrooms, urday, November 12, 2011 at So bring your family, your trict Champions title, there are vember 18th. Covington is way 10 rest- rooms and all the door- 1pm-10pm the blocks between appetite and enjoy the Pfall Playoffs! Our first round in the South:3700 Convict Hill Road, ways and trimmings in 2 long 100 and 444 E. Main Street will ChiliPfest. Admission is free. Playoffs will be against Cedar Austin, Texas 78749. The con- hallways. They would also Park this Thursday at Nelson ference is all day, but facilita- like to present the 40+ resi- Field. I feel like our team will tors are especially needed from dents with 5 Thanksgiving LBJ Volleyball be more prepared this year for 12:30pm-3:30pm. baskets and need donations The second great ser- played in the first round of Cedar Park since they played for that. Community stakeholders vice learning event is called, the District Play-Offs how- them last year and didn’t re- and members, parents and edu- “Adopt-A-Big Mama.” It will ever, we did not win. This ally know what to expect then. cators everywhere are discover- be held on the following day, game ended our volleyball I think I can speak for my ing that service-learning offers all Saturday, November 19th; and season. We are still proud Bria Good whole school when I say that its participants a chance to take 40 volunteers are needed for that we did get to the play- LBJ High School we are super excited and very part in the active education of lo- this event as well. The work is offs. Our team had good As of November 4th, proud of our LBJ Jaguar Foot- cal youth while simultaneously primarily painting. sportsmanship and team- our LBJ Jaguars became the ball program. They have addressing the concerns, needs, “Adopt-A-Big-Mama” work. Our coach Mr. Jimenez official first team District worked so hard and their hard and hopes of our lower-wealth/ Service Learning Project will and our trainer Ms. Torres Champs for District-4A. We work has defenitely paid off. lower-resourced communities. be from 8:30am-4:00pm 40 kept us in great athletic went through this whole foot- Come and support For more information and community service volunteers shape. ball season with only 3 losses our Jags on Thursday, No- to sign-up, contact Ms. Janice - are needed . The project will As the libero’ and cap- which were non-district games vember 9th, 7:30 p.m at Nelson at (512) 291-6081. Or stop by be painting and beautifying an tain of the team I am happy including Hutto, Connally, and Field vs.Cedar Park Timber- theAfrican American Youth Re- east Austin Assisted Living that we did a good job this Hendrickson. Our win against wolves. Go Jags! source Center, 6633 Highway 290 facility through our holiday year. Coach Jimenez is our East, Suite 303. volleyball coach. He is a LBJ Hosts Early College High Tayla Terry newcomer to Austin, Texas. LBJ High School He is a great coach!. He School Community Harvest This week I am report- taught us awesome plays Dinner November 17 ing to you about the LBJ and skills. I appreciate him Girl’s Volleyball Season. The very much. LBJ Early College High Harvest Dinner, to be held at Lady Jags had a prosperous Go Lady Jags! Remem- School Principal Sheila Henry 6 p.m. Thursday, November season. We had more wins ber kids and adults stay of invites the LBJ community 17. than loses. The Lady Jags drugs! Peace Out. and supporters to the campus The dinner will be held in the cafeteria of the school, EMPLOYMENT/BIDS/PROPOSALS/ located at 7309 Lazy Creek Drive. Sponsors of the din- PUBLIC INFORMATION/ ner include Red Lobster, (Round Rock location), and FOR SALE /FOR RENT/MISC HEB (Springdale Road loca- tion). Families will also re- BIDS/PROPOSALS ceive information about the Bid Opportunity Early College High School A professional service program at LBJ. company is soliciting bids from certified women For more information, or minority owned call 414-2543. acc enterprises to operate On Monday, October 24, 2011, the City of Austin posted draft “Catering and Concession rules for enforcement of a revision to City Code Chapter 2-7, Article 6, services” and varied products Anti-lobbying and Procurement. for these services at an The draft rules are available online at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/ Austin business establishment. purchase/downloads/r2011coa1.pdf For more information Comments on the proposed rule are requested from the public. contact: Debra Lucie You may provide your comments in writing to any of the following 916/783-0715 between addresses: 9AM-4 PM, City of Austin Purchasing Office Monday- Friday 124 West 8th Street, Third Floor by 11/15/2011. Austin, Texas 78701 Contract Management Department Employment 105 West Riverside, Suite 210 Austin, Texas 78704 AUSTIN COMMUNITY Office of the City Clerk COLLEGE City Hall, Room 1120 New Jobs for the 301 West 2d Street Austin, Texas 78701 Week of 11/04/2011 You may also provide your comments by electronic mail at the Assistant, Student Life following location: Riverside Campus http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/connect/email_purchinfo.htm Monday-Friday, 8:00 Please indicate in the subject that you are commenting on the a.m. - 5:00 p.m. flexible Anti-Lobbying and Procurement Proposed Rules. $2,256-$2,820/Monthly Comments must be received before November 24, 2011. Job# 1110033 Associate, E3 Alliance Research Highland Business Center Monday-Friday, 8:00 City of Austin a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Salary Commensurate Purchasing Office Upon Experience Job# 1110005 Specialist, Advising/ Student Services – Part-Time The City of Austin Purchasing Office invites (75%) you to view current bid solicitations at http:/ Riverside Campus Monday-Friday, 8:00 /-www.ci.austin.tx.us/purcase/vs/p2.htm. a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: some evenings Vendors are encouraged to register on-line and Saturdays $2,159-$2,699/Monthly in the City’s Vendor Self Service System. Job#1110029 Once your company is registered, you will Specialist, College Connection ACCeleration Team receive notifications about new bid opportu- Rio Grande Campus Monday-Friday, 8:00 nities. For additional information regarding a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Nights, current bid opportunities or Vendor Regis- weekends, and earlier/later daily hours as assigned. tration, please call the Purchasing Office at $2,879-$3,599/Monthly 512-974-2500. Job# 1111003 Apply at HR For information on the City of Austin’s Minor- 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd. ity-Owned and Women-Owned Procurement 6th Floor, Austin, TX 78752 Job Line (512 223-5621 Program and the certification process, please hhtp://www./austincc.ed contact the Small & Minority Business Re- EEOC/AA/M/F/D/V sources Department at 512-974-7600 or visit For ad Information IRS their website at http://www.-ci.austin.tx.us/smbr. call 512-476-0082 THE VILLAGER Page 6 ~ November 11, 2011 www.theaustinvillager.com CITY ~ STATE ~ NATIONAL ~ WORLD Homelessness Forum Flavorful Twist Breaks Ground In By Tsoke (Chuch) Adjavon By Angela Wyatt East Austin Democrats (BAD) and also the care of the homeless Capital Area Progressive population.” According to Democrats (CAPD). Further- Beth of Caritas, “a person more, the Homelessness Fo- become homeless when he/ rum event was held Trinity she has lost resources and United Methodist Church. does not have any type of Moreover, it was time in assistance.” which the experts, politi- The homeless popula- cians, and the general public tion is very hard to count; focused on how to reduce the however, the expert have cause and effect of tried to count this popula- homelessness in the greater tion. According to the Travis Central Texas Area. In other County 2009 Homeless words, they sought to create count: 1226 homeless were an “integrated approach to counted on the streets of addressing Homelessness.” Austin and about 1368 were During four hours, the counted in the shelter, in panel of expert discussed the which, the total was 2585. cause and effect of Moreover, a non-profit orga- homelessness and also tried nization like ECHO has a plan to find various solutions to to deal with homelessness. Reverend Dr. Sid Hall. reduce the amount of home- According to Echo, the “plan On Friday November 4, less in Central Texas. More- addresses community The OSMO’S KITCHEN Owners; (l-r) Kent and Robin Okeefe. Photo by Angela Wyatt 2011 a homelessness forum over, Reverend DR. Sid Hall homelessness by focusing on The Soular Food Garden themselves...the colors the deco- The OSMO’S KITCHEN was organized Ending Com- who hosted the conference four critical areas: prevention, is designed to bridge the gap ration it was very inviting, I serves Italian American & munity Homelessness Coali- mentioned “that they agreed short-term Homelessness, between home style, home- couldn’t bring myself to stay Southern Louisiana Cuisines. tion (ECHO) and Co- to host the event because long-term Homelessness and cooking and healthy, nutritious, away from the OSMO’S Their list of “Cajun Specialties” Hosted,by the Black Austin they are already involved in highly Effective Coordination. from-the-garden food. The gar- KITCHEN. includes Gumbo; Catfish plat- den will be featuring flavorful The OSMO’S KIT- ters; Poboys and a number of TCEQ Final Say in Water Rate food, but with a twist. They CHEN is owned by Kent and sides. The “Italian Specialties” call it “veggie-centric.” It is fo- Robin Okeefe, The Okeefe’s met include a delightful starter, a Increases in Pflugerville cused on fresh vegetables, but years back, in New York at Culi- variety of Pastas, Subs, Pies, it is not exclusively vegetarian. nary School, since then they Cookies and ice cold drinks. By Tsoke (Chuch) Adjavon The Soular Foods Trailer will be have been inseparable. They OSMO’S KIT- CHEN has a dif- Recently, the Windemere unlawful.” The city of Pflugerville cooking with Texas and local operated a food trailer for one ferent lunch and dinner special Utilities company a local If Monarch increases the does not have any control over grown produce as much as pos- year on Barton Springs, and everyday. They are open Tues- Pflugerville utility was pur- rates, then its customers will see Windermere water jurisdiction, sible. Soular Food Garden is when they heard of the Soular day through Saturday 11am- chased by a larger utility called a significant and drastic jump of even though it is located in incorporating a variety of cook- Food Garden idea, they knew 3pm, for dinner Thur. Fri. Sat 6pm Monarch. After the purchased, its utilities bills. For instance, the Pflugerville; therefore, it can- ing techniques including there was no where else they to 10pm. Monarch Utility filed an appli- minimum charge of water will go not block the purchase of sautéing, steaming, smoking, would like to be. “Hearing and The Soular Food Garden cation to increase water and from $15.00 to $59.82, which rep- Monarch. However, the city of and simply RAW. seeing the revitalization of 12th is located at 1112 East 12th sewer rates. According to the resent a 199% increase. Also, a Pflugerville strongly oppose While visiting the Street, we wanted to be a part of Street at Waller, Austin, Texas Pflugerville city council, total water charge (10,000 gal- Monarch’s proposed water Soular Food Garden’s six food it,” says the Okeefe’s. Kent and 78702; find the trailer that sat- “Monarch’s application to in- lons) would go from $72.00 to rate increases. Since the city trailers, there were so many de- Robin have a “love for cook- isfies your taste. Food, live crease water and sewer rates $129.89, which represent an 86% of Pflugerville cannot block lightful smells, among many ing”, it is certainly an art they music, you can’t go wrong for its residential customer is increase. In addition, a tap fee the proposed water rates, then different appetizers; soups; en- enjoy and can’t get enough of, with that, it’s a family fun en- very substantial. Also, Mon- of $350 will go to $700, which it can ask the the Texas Com- trees; subs; poboys; drinks and they have a thrill for creating vironment, so come on what arch is seeking to increase rates represent a 100% increase. As mission of Environmental Qual- not mention desserts. Intrigued new dishes, desserts or just im- are you waiting for? Bone-A- by huge percentages in com- a result, people living in the ity (TCEQ) refuse to proposed by the food trailers proving their current specialties. ppetite. parison to the rates charged by Western district of the city of new rates of Monarch. So, on New Zambian Leader Apologizes for Country’s Historic Blunder Windemere.” In addition, the Pflugerville may see a drastic November 8, 2011, the TCEQ city council of Pflugerville men- water hikes in their bills. In will hear both sides and decide Special to the NNPA from the Global Information Network tioned that “Monarch’s appli- other words 15,000 residents of either to grant the water in- demned Zambia’s “treachery” in apology suggests the two sides cation to increase rates is to- Pflugerville may see a drastic crease rate or reject the pro- backing the rebel Unita movement may settle the mystery of a $1.2- tally defective, deficient and rise in their water bill. posed water rate increase. of Dr. Jonas Savimbi during million account in a London bank. Angola’s 27 year-long civil war. The funds were claimed by former From 1975 to 2002, the rebel UNITA president Frederick Chiluba as his received military aid from the United “personal” money but insiders States and South Africa while the say it was cash given by currently governing MPLA re- Savimbi’s Unita for services ren- President Sata ceived support from the Soviet dered, confirming Angola’s Nov. 1 (GIN) – In an ex- Union and its allies. Over 500,000 charge of collusion between traordinary move, the new Zam- Angolans perished in the conflict. Unita and at least some individu- bian leader has offered neighbor- Following Savimbi’s death, als in the upper reaches of the ing Angola his heartfelt apology UNITA abandoned armed struggle Zambian government. The collu- for backing that country’s rival and took part in electoral politics, sion was not thought to have in its catastrophic civil war. New winning 16 out of 220 seats in the been driven by either ideology or President Michael Sata con- 2008 parliamentary election. The politics, but purely by greed.

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@terryd515 The Houston Texans defeated the Cleveland Browns 30-12. The Texans have their best record after nine games, in franchise his- Demarco Murray (29) evades Seahawks defenders. Photo Courtesy of the Dallas Cowboys tory, at 6-3 and after a loss Running back Ben Tate #44 on a 27-yard touchdown in the first quarter. Photo Courtesy of by the Tennessee Titans Houston Texans The Dallas Cowboys con- only managed to score 6 points in have a game and a half lead tinue their rollercoaster season. the first half. On two occasions the week ago. in the AFC South. The Tex- McCoy returned to attempt fense caused 4 quarterback The Cowboys defeated the Seattle Cowboys drove to the Seahawks Next week the Texans ans fans have been turning in to defeat the Texans. sacks, forced one fumble and Seahawks 23-13. With the win the two yard line and were forced to travel to Tampa Bay to play record numbers also. The Texans had two had one interception on the Cowboys moved into second kick field goals on both occasions. the Buccaneers. The Bucca- Sunday’s attendance was runners who rushed for over day. place behind the New York Giants Mile Austin left the game early due neers are a very good team, 71,511 the second largest a hundred yards. Arian Fos- McCoy was frustrated who defeated the New England to aggravating his hamstring. but they are been very incon- crowd in Texans History. The ter had 124 rushing yards by the Texans’ defense all day Patriots last week. The Cowboys Demarco Murray continues to shine sistent from week to week. largest attended game was and one touchdown and Ben and was only able to lead his even their record at 4-4. The as a rookie. Murray finished the The Buccaneers have a 4-4 also this year against the Tate had 112 yards and one team to only one scoring Seahawks fell to 2-6. game with 139 rushing yards. record and are still in the Pittsburgh Steelers. touchdown. Both are on touchdown drive. The The win put a cap on the The Seahawks put up a playoff hunt after a tough The Texans dominated pace to rush for 1,000 yards Browns running backs have celebration with the induction of good effort behind the running of loss to the New Orleans the game against the Browns each. The Texans defense been with the team less than Drew Pearson, Larry Allen and Marshawn Lynch. Lynch finished Saints last week. The Texans from the very first play. came into the game as the a month. Ogbonnaya has Charles Haley into the Ring of the game with 135 rushing yards and hope to have Andre Johnson Former Texan Chris third best defensive unit in been with the team for three Honor at Cowboy Stadium. All a touchdown. The Cowboys de- back in the lineup next week Ogbonnaya fumbled his first the NFL, only allowed 190 weeks and is still learning the three won Super Bowls with the fense may have given up a lot of so he can get some game ac- carry in his first start in the total yards against the offense and Thomas Clayton Cowboys and were important yards, but were able to keep the tion in before the bye week. NFL. Ogbonnaya and former Browns. The Texans de- joined the team last than a players in keeping the Cowboys Seahawks out of the end zone in college teammate Colt Prediction the Texans will defeat the Buccaneers 28-24. as an elite team in the NFL. the first half and forced them to kick Pearson was a clutch wide re- two field goals. Westwood Warriors ceiver. Larry Allen was an an- The Cowboys will be home Chris Ogbonnaya chor on the offensive line that next week to play the much im- protected the quarterbacks and proved Buffalo Bills. The Bills returns to play Dominates the Dragons made it easier for the running come into this game with a 5-3 backs to achieve success. record and in a three way tie for Charles Haley was the leader on first place with the New York Jets, former team of Round Rock defense. and the New England Patriots. By: Terry Davis The Cowboys moved the Ryan Fitzpatrick has the Bills’ of- ball up and down the field in the fense clicking on all cylinders this first half of the game, but were un- season and will test the Cowboys able to pull away from the defense. The Bills run defense Seahawks. The Cowboys’ offense come into the game ranked 21st. Prediction the Cowboys will ease pass the Buffalo Bills 27-24. mount a drive they would Austin Toros select either commit a penalty that would call the play back, area player in draft they would miss wide open The NBA may be in lockout receivers or throw an inter- mode the business of playing basket- ception that would kill the ball is continuing for the Austin Toros. The Toros held their annual player drive. Gerds would throw draft on November 3. The Toros got for more yards than an early start to the draft by conduct- Johnson with 256 passing ing a trade with the Bakersfield jam yards. The Dragons were sending their 41st pick and the 2011 draft and their 2012 2nd round pick Deandre Story is stopped for a loss playing catch up all night and were putting them- in exchange for Luke Zeller and Bakersfield 123rd pick. Westwood Warriors 9-1 Desmond Wyatt would return selves in bad situations. Zeller (6-11/245) was a 2005 came of their loss from last the first punt of the game by Round Rock Head Coach McDonald’s All-American. He played week to the Leander Lions 14- the Dragons for 73 yards and Jeff Cheatham Round rock four years at Notre Dame. Zeller played 7 and took their frustration give the Warriors and early stated, “They did a good job with the Chicago Bulls in the 2009 NBA out on the Round Rock. The 14-0 lead and take the Drag- taking the option game away Summer League and later for the Shiga ons out of their original game from us early. They wanted Lakestars in Japan. Zeller was drafted by Warriors were able to take the Iowa Energy in 2010 before being Chris Ogbonnaya in pre-game warmups. Photo by advantage of every mistake play. Wyatt would be equally it a little more than us to- traded to the Bakersfield. “To bring a Terry Davis that the Dragons made. The effective on offense by hav- night I thought our kids player of Luke’s talent and background Warriors defeated the Drag- ing 5 receptions for 193 played hard early”. to the Toros organization is exciting,” Chris Ogbonnaya is a ceiver. ons by a score of 45-7. The yards. Wyatt would also Records do not mean said Brad Jones, Toros Head Coach. “He Houston native and a former Ogbonnaya was drafted Warriors quarterback Ben have a touchdown reception anything now, because the was a big part of Bakersfield’s success last season. He will add toughness and perim- Texas Longhorn. Chris is also an on the 7th round (211th over- Johnson did everything well of 85 yards. regular season is over and ex Houston Texan. Ogbonnaya all pick) in the 2009 NFL Draft. eter shooting to the Toros roster against the Dragons. According to Warriors all teams start with the same The Austin Toros selected 6-4, started this year as a part of the On July 19, 2009 the Rams Johnson kicked, passed and Head Coach Anthony Wood record. Both of these teams 205 pound guard Tristan Thompson out deep Texans running backs. This agreed to terms with ran over the Dragons. stated, “There were a couple will be in the playoffs. of North Texas with the 14th pick in past week Chris got his first pro- Ogbonnaya on a four-year Johnson finished with 246 of goals we wanted to After the game both the second round of the 2011 NBA D- fessional start not as a Texan, but contract, including a $66,000 passing yards, 71 rushing achieve tonight, we wanted team’s coaches met with League draft Thursday night. Earlier Thursday afternoon, the Toros traded as a Cleveland Brown. His first signing bonus. Ogbonnaya yards and had average punts the best record in school his- football officials to deter- carry from center he wished he their first round pick to the Texas Leg- was signed to the Houston of 44 yards. tory, to have a home playoff mine where they would be ends for point guard Justin Dentmon. could have back, because he lost Texans’ practice squad on The Warriors forced six game and the defense wanted playing next week for the “We thought he would be a late first fumbled it away to the Texans. September 5, 2010. He was re- turnovers against the Drag- to come out with the best start of the playoffs. The round pick or an early second round Ogbonnaya treated this signed that off-season, but ons, none bigger that the scoring defense in the dis- Warriors will be playing pick,” said Toros Head Coach Brad Jones. game just like any other game was waived at the end of train- trict” and the Warriors Bowie at Reeves Athletic “We didn’t think he would be there for sack and fumble of Dragon us. “Thompson, 23, averaged 18 points and did not get caught up in ing camp. He was re-signed to quarterback Garrett Gerds in achieved all of those goals. Complex at 7:00 on Friday the hype of being his first start and 3.2 rebounds as a senior in 2010-11 the practice squad for 2011, the end zone for a touchdown The Dragons played night. The Dragons will be and was named First Team All-Sun Belt as a pro. Ogbonnaya only got but was promoted to the ac- in the first quarter of the well but, had they just many home to play the powerful Conference. Thompson is the nine- tickets for his family for this tive roster on September 27, game. The Warriors special too many mistakes. Every Westlake Chaparrals at teenth player to score 1,000 career game. Chris played football at 2011. teams were good also. time the Dragons would Dragon Stadium. points for the Mean Green. Strake Jesuit College Prepara- The Browns signed him The Toros also selected guard/ tory in Houston, Texas, where off of the Texans’ practice forward Omar Reed (6-6, 210 Bluefield), guard Solomon Bozeman (6-1, 175 Ar- he was a three-year letterman squad on October 17, 2011. In kansas-Little Rock), guard Myles McKay who helped his team post a 27- his Browns debut the follow- (6-4, 195 Wisconsin-Whitewater), for- 5 record during his varsity ca- ing Sunday, he had three rush- ward Dan Vandervieren (6-10, 265 reer He lettered in basketball for ing attempts for 15 yards, and Concordia), guard James Lewis (6-3, 200 two years also lettered in track five receptions for 43 yards. Fresno Pacific) and forward Jerel Hastings & field for three years. (6-5, 215 Albany). All players will re- Chris did not have a great game port to Austin for training camp be- At the University of in his return to Reliant Stadium. ginning November 14. Texas Chris will always be re- The Browns Head Coach Pat Peter lubell, the Chief Operating membered for his 65 yard Shurmur feels that Ogbonnaya Officer for the Toros expects the team touchdown run against the is a battler and has respect for to be very competitive this year. Iubell Colorado Buffalos. him and appreciate his efforts. also added, “(The Toros are) looking for Ogbonnaya was a four-time guys they can develop and has NBA po- Colt McCoy, Ogbonnaya tential that can fit the Spurs system. The First-team Academic All-Big 12 teammate at Texas, feels that Toros and the Spurs system are one in honoree. Chris saw action in Chris can be an asset to the the same. They (coaches) did a lot of eight games during Texas’ 2005 passing game with his receiv- scouting of talent and I think they did a National Championship season ing ability. When Ogbonnaya really good job”. and rushed 22 times for 76 learns more of the offense he The home opener for the Toros takes place Friday, December 2nd at 8:00 yards and a TD. He moved to should be a more productive p.m. against the Tulsa 66ers at Cedar tailback after spending his member of the Cleveland Park Center. For more information redshirt season as a wide re- Browns. Ledeans Anderson #2 runs for a big gain. Photos by Terry Davis please visit austintoros.com