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Prayer vigil at Tougaloo ‘Take It Down America’ supports LGBT Flag debate finds way to nation’s capital By Ayesha K. Mustafaa Contributing Writer The entire country is still reeling behind the massacre of 49 persons who were attending the Pluse Club in Or- lando, Fla. in the early hours of June 12. The club was filled to capacity with about 300 persons from the LBGT community; most of them were from La- tino communities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Another 53 club goers were wounded. Some are still critical and hospitalized. Original reports of 50 killed was inclusive of the murderer, Omar Mateen, who committed the nation’s worst terrorist attack since 9/11 using gun- fire. On June 14, Mississippians gathered for an Interfaith prayer vigil and issued a statement of camaraderie with the LBGT community in Woodworth Chapel on the Tou- galoo College campus, 500 W. County Line Road. The Mississippi Religious Leadership Conference

Duvalier J. Malone (at podium) stands next to Actress Aunjunae Ellis during the rally in front of the U.S. Capitol Tuesday.

By Stephanie R. Jones has discussed where the state is James Bowley (front, center), chair of Religious Studies at Contributing Writer now and where it needs to be and Millsaps College and member of the Mississippi Religious Before a group of Mississip- the role the state’s flag bearing Leadership Conference and Voices Against Extremism, ad- pians who want to see the state the Confederate emblem plays in dressed the press during the prayer vigil held at Tougaloo flag taken down took their cause social and racial progress. College Tuesday evening. PHOTO BY AYESHA K. MUSTAFAA to the U.S. Capitol Tuesday, they “We have to start now to make had a conversation about race in sure this isn’t just a Mississippi Jackson a few days before. problem, but a national prob- Vigil A panel assembled at the Smith lem,” Ellis said. Continued on page 3 Robertson Museum. On the panel After the meeting, Ellis said was actress Aunjunae Ellis of McComb who has been a leader Flag Actress Aunjunae Ellis leads a panel discussion at the Smith Robertson Gunman’s job nationally on the flag debate. She Continued on page 3 Museum last week. PHOTO BY STEPHANIE JONES raises questions Policy may prevent state’s takeover of airports By Shanderia K. Posey the Jackson Municipal Airport operations of federally operated, should seek technical assistance, about screening Editor Authority, noted a policy pub- publicly owned airports. review and comment from the The state’s attempt to takeover lished in the June 6 edition of the According to the policy, an en- FAA early in the deliberative pro- By Christina A. Cassidy Jackson’s two airports – Jackson- Federal Aviation Administration’s tity must consult with and obtain cess. The Associated Press Medgar Wiley Evers International Federal Register. the consent of the current sponsor “A failure to consult may cause ATLANTA – Omar Mateen alarmed co-workers with Airport and Hawkins Field Air- The policy outlines the process of an airport except for instances FAA to deny a proposed change to claims that he had ties to al-Qaeda and was a member port – has likely hit its biggest for state and local governments when mismanagement is evident. airport sponsorship and/or operat- of Hezbollah. One colleague recalled that he frequently snag to date. to take when considering actions The city of Jackson is the sponsor/ ing authority,” the policy states. used racial slurs and threatened violence while on the job. During a press conference that would impact the owner- operator of the Jackson airports. Despite those incidents, Mateen never lost his position Tuesday, Rosie Pridgen, chair of ship, sponsorship, governance or The policy also states an entity Airport as a private security guard with one of the world’s largest Continued on page 3 security contractors, nor his license to carry a gun. Now his deadly attack on a gay nightclub in Orlando has raised questions about how the industry screens the guards it entrusts to protect lives and property. “It is definitely a matter of safety,” said Steve Amitay Sen. Frazier grateful for another Father’s Day with the National Association of Security Companies, overcame renal failure because sion of the Mississippi Legisla- an industry group that supports increased licensing and Legislator promotes COMMENTARY of advances made possible by ture one of my colleagues shared training standards. prostate cancer research health care profes- prostate cancer research. with me and others that he had More than 1 million security guards work in the na- By Hillman Frazier sionals, prayer and Just a few years ago a diag- been diagnosed with prostate tion’s businesses, hospitals, schools and government Special to The Mississippi Link the support of my nosis of prostate cancer was a cancer. He requested prayer as buildings as of May 2015, according to the Bureau of The most challenging year of family, friends and countdown of how many weeks he began his treatment. I was Labor Statistics. my life was 2015 when in Sep- neighbors I am you had left to live, but because able to relate to what he felt be- Mateen, who was 29 when he was killed in a shootout tember I was diagnosed with able to celebrate of advances made through re- cause of my prior diagnosis and with police, worked for London-based G4S. His most re- prostate cancer, which for some another Father’s Frazier search, the survival rate has having undergone surgery in Screening can be a quick death sentence. Day with my loved ones. greatly increased. But because of a team of I underwent two surgeries and During the 2016 regular ses- Frazier Continued on page 3 Continued on page 3

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2 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Southern Baptists oppose Confederate flag

By Travis Loller display. The final version - ap identify as predominantly “non- marriage and transgender bath- Associated Press proved by delegates simply asks Anglo” is on the rise. room access. NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Christians to discontinue its use. That emergent diversity was “We stand in solidarity with Southern Baptist Convention on The vote followed an address on display as Floyd convened a those whose jobs, professions, Tuesday urged Christians to stop by convention President Ronnie group of pastors who were Afri- businesses, ministries, schools, displaying the Confederate battle Floyd, a white pastor who has can-American, Hispanic, Asian, and personal freedoms are threat- flag, recognizing that it is - per made racial unity a priority of Native American and white to ened because their consciences ceived by many as a “symbol of his presidency. He told the audi- discuss racial unity along with will not allow them to recognize, hatred, bigotry and racism” that ence in St. Louis, “I believe the Jerry Young, the president of the promote, or participate in activi- offends millions of people. issue of racism is from Satan and largest historically black denomi- ties associated with unbiblical The resolution, originally pre- his demonic forces of hell. It is nation, the National Baptist Con- marriage,” the resolution states. sented by African-American an assault on the Gospel of Jesus vention U.S.A. Delegates also approved a res- Pastor Dwight McKissic, had Christ.” Southern Baptists also passed olution of support for Israel that stirred debate and led to at least The nation’s largest Protestant a resolution condemning the re- criticized the boycott, divestment one call to withdraw it. The ver- denomination was founded in a cent shooting in Orlando. South- and sanctions movement. Resolu- sion presented to thousands of split with northern Baptists over ern Baptists consider same-sex tions on drafting women into the delegates to the denomination’s Pastor Ronnie Floyd (center), president of the Southern Baptist Conven- slavery, has a history of complic- marriage and sexual relations to military and affirming “In God annual meeting in St. Louis was tion, conducted a discussion on race with fellow religious leaders during ity with Jim Crow laws and is still be sinful, but the resolution says We Trust” as the national motto less strongly worded. Tuesday’s meeting in St. Louis. Rev. Jerry Young (third from left), pastor 80-90 percent white. But with “we regard those affected by this were held Wednesday. Despite some opposition on of New Hope Baptist Church in Jackson and president of the National 15.3 million members, that trans- tragedy as fellow image-bearers All Southern Baptist churches Tuesday from delegates who Baptist Convention, joined in the discussion. PHOTO BY JEFF ROBERSON/AP lates to at least 1.5 million non- of God and our neighbors.” are independent and the resolu- thought even the more concilia- white members in the Nashville- At the same time, the thou- tions are not binding on them, but tory version was divisive and tence saying that the flag serves They also changed the call for based denomination. And while sands of delegates to the meeting resolutions are an expression of political, delegates voted by a for some as a memorial to loved Christians to “consider prayer- membership at white churches also adopted a resolution seeking the opinions and concerns of the wide margin to strengthen the ones who died in the Civil War fully whether to limit, or even is decreasing, membership at protection for the religious lib- delegates who represent those language. They removed a sen- and not as a racist symbol. more so, discontinue” the flag’s churches that Southern Baptists erties of those who oppose gay churches. Jackson City Council approves LGBTQ-inclusive non-discrimination ordinance Measure also extends new hate crimes protections to LGBTQ community

The Mississippi Link Newswire expression. equality, and are confident that the or gender identity. sive LGBTQ non-discrimination In 2014, HRC launched Project On June 14, the Human Rights “As the LGBTQ community council’s actions will serve as an As a recent investigation by protections. One America, an initiative geared Campaign Mississippi hailed the grapples with the horrific mas- example to communities across the Associated Press uncovered, Jackson has been leading on the toward advancing social, institu- Jackson City Council for vot- sacre in Orlando, it is truly en- the country.” this reporting dramatically un- issue of LGBTQ equality. Ear- tional and legal equality in Mis- ing to advance city-wide non- couraging to see the Jackson City The vote comes just days after a dercounts LGBTQ data, as it is lier this year, the Jackson Public sissippi, Alabama and Arkansas. discrimination protections based Council taking decisive action to tragic shooting at a gay nightclub based on local, non-mandatory School District’s Board of Trust- HRC Mississippi continues on sexual orientation and gender protect and affirm the rights of in Orlando, Fla., claimed the lives reporting. Strong, fully-inclusive ees unanimously voted to extend to work to advance equality for identity in housing, public ac- all their citizens,” said HRC Mis- of 49 people and injured more hate crimes legislation at the lo- fully-inclusive sexual orientation LGBT Mississippians who have commodations and employment. sissippi State Director Rob Hill. than 50 others. cal level plays an important role and gender identity workplace no state level protections in hous- Passed by a 7-0 vote, the mea- “Discrimination and hate have no While that crime has not yet in improving data collection and protections to their employees. ing, workplace or public accom- sure also expands the city’s hate place in Jackson, and everyone, been labeled a hate crime, ac- ultimately saving lives. With almost 30,000 students, modations. crimes statute to include tougher regardless of who they are, should cording to the most recent FBI Mississippi is one of 20 states the district is the second largest in Through HRC Mississippi, penalties for perpetrators who have the legal right to feel safe in statistics available, more than 20 that does not have hate crimes the state and one of the first in the officials are working toward a commit crimes motivated by the their community. We thank Coun- percent of hate crimes reported laws explicitly protecting sexual Mississippi Public School system future of fairness every day – victim’s real or perceived sexual cilman Tyrone Hendrix for his nationally in 2014 targeted people orientation and gender identity, o grant employment protections to changing hearts, minds and laws orientation and gender identity or continued leadership on issues of based on their sexual orientation and one of 32 without fully-inclu- LGBTQ staff members. toward achieving full equality. www.mississippilink.com JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 3 Airport Frazier Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 “The JMAA Board of Com- September and October while the disease. greatly improves the survival missioners did not consent to being treated by my team of In Mississippi, it is estimated rate. Everyone should encour- JMAA being abolished and health care professionals. that there will be 1,803 new age the men in their lives over the creation of a new regional I encouraged my colleague diagnosis of prostate cancer in age 40 to be examined by their commission, as required by the because I had been in his shoes 2016 and 905 deaths. doctors. Men should be edu- recent policy issued by FAA. and was blessed to have had Prostate cancer is the No. 1 cated about prostate cancer and Additionally, the board vehe- access to quality health care, cancer diagnosed in our state understand the options for ear- mently opposes any transfer a strong family support system and the number two cause of ly detection. They should talk of the airport operating certifi- and many people praying for cancer deaths in the state, ac- to their doctors about their per- cate,” Pridgen said in a press me. cording to ZERO – The End Of sonal risk and plan to be tested release. More men are affected by Prostate Cancer. as needed. Since the Legislature did not prostate cancer than the gen- Research has improved the Next, everyone should en- involve the FAA initially in the eral public realizes. survival rate of men diagnosed courage Congress to support process of changing the gover- Mississippi Legislators Sen. John Horhn (at podium), Sen. Sollie According to the American with prostate cancer. A key in continued funding for prostate nance of JMAA with SB 2162 Norwood (left), and Sen. David Blount address the media in support Cancer Society’s Cancer Facts the battle against prostate can- cancer research. and since the city of Jackson of JMAA. PHOTO BY SHANDERIA K. POSEY and Figures 2015, every 2.9 cer is early detection of the dis- Finally, before my prostate disputes changing the gov- minutes a man is diagnosed ease. cancer surgery, my grand- ernance, essentially the FAA ing the press conference as well with prostate cancer. One in Today, a higher percentage daughter Kawaii crawled into would deny a request from the as Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber. seven American men will be of American men who learn my bed and said “Paw Paw, Legislature, according to the “We can do nothing else but diagnosed with prostate cancer they have prostate cancer will come home.” policy. to stand up for our rights, stand at some point in his life. Every have survived for five years af- Because of advances in pros- Though the FAA policy is up for our city and stand up for 19 minutes a man dies of pros- ter diagnosis. tate cancer research, an early new, it serves to clarify and re- our property,” Blount said. tate cancer. That is more than We all can play a role in the diagnosis and a treatment plan affirm the FAA’s legal author- JMAA is planning to file a 75 deaths each day! battle to end prostate cancer for devised by a team of dedicated ity, which has been established lawsuit against the legislation Prostate cancer is the sec- which all men are at risk. health care providers, I was for years in regards to spon- soon. Horhn expressed poten- ond-most commonly diagnosed The greatest risk factors are able to come home to Kawaii sorship/ownership changes to tial victory when that happens. cancer among men. increasing age, family history, and am also able to spend an- airports, according to Marcia “We think we are going to win This year alone, it is pro- African-American ancestry other Father’s Day with my Adams, FAA spokesperson, in Rosie Pridgen, chair of the Jackson in court,” Horhn said. “When jected that 180,890 men will be and exposure to certain chemi- family. an interview with The Missis- Municipal Airport Authority, we think about Senate Bill diagnosed with prostate cancer cals. State Sen. Hillman T. Frazier sippi Link. addresses the media during a 2162, we think about unfair- and 26,120 men will die from Finding the disease early represents District 27. ness, injustice and an attempt Pridgen described the pub- press conference Tuesday. PHOTO lishing of the FAA policy as BY SHANDERIA K. POSEY to take away the dignity of the “timely” and noted the general city of Jackson by removing its Screening policy affects all airports. ence, Pridgen emphasized the most valuable asset.” Continued from page 1 “The FAA is not new in hav- strong support the airport has The entire ordeal reminded cent assignment was at a resi- check by law enforcement. cense when he was hired in ing to address hostile takeover. received locally and nation- Norwood of injustice from dential golfing community in The screenings included a 2007. There are others going on,” she ally. For example, more than years gone by in the state. South Florida. psychological test, a drug test The oversight of security said. “I’m sure they probably 10,000 people nationwide have “Back in the day, if they The company said in a state- and checks of his criminal his- guards varies greatly from state found a need to do something signed a petition supporting wanted something, they sim- ment that it first screened Ma- tory, employment and educa- to state, and the inconsistencies … because this is not the first the airport. Others interested in ply decided they would take it teen when he was hired in 2007 tion. The process also checked have drawn scrutiny in recent hostile takeover attempt by a adding their names can do so at from us,” Norwood said. “So and again in 2013 as part of an his credit, his Social Security years. Many states have sys- legislative body.” JMAAworks.com. The petition now (they’ve) come up with a annual re-screening of a per- status, his driver’s license and tems for licensing, but at least Until and unless the FAA will be sent to the FAA. new method – the new method centage of employees. He was his physical fitness. Mateen six have no licensing require- grants approval, the JMAA The Jackson Mayor’s Office, is we’ll put it in the law. And also subjected to a background received a Florida firearms li- ments at all. board will continue to operate, City Council, Hinds County we’ll take it anyway. even though SB 2162 goes into Board of Supervisors and “If we allow this to happen, effect July 1, according to Prid- Democratic legislators have all the question becomes, what’s Vigil gen, who cautioned that despite supported the airport. next?” Continued from page 1 Pridgen asked all supporters the policy, the fight continues Legislators Sen. Sollie Nor- called for the vigil in conjunc- on all organizations to join us. must remember that it is not to write letters to the FAA and to keep the airports. wood, Sen. John Horhn, and tion with Voices Against Ex- “On Sunday, the target was just within our churches that call for the repeal of SB 2162. During the press confer- Sen. David Blount spoke dur- tremism. Member organization the LGBTQ community; in the we have to make holy. There representatives spoke to the past other groups have been tar- is a passage in James that says press, pledging to remember geted, such as Jews, Christians, ‘Faith without good works is Flag the lives lost during the mass Muslims, Hindus, journalists dead.’ We have been afraid but Continued from page 1 shooting. and others. Regardless of tar- we do not stop there. The work she thought the comments James Bowyle, chair of Reli- get or perpetrators, we reject comes next. And if you are not from some in the overflow RELATED STORIES gious Studies at Millsaps Col- violence done in the name of going to do God’s work, then do audience were fantastic. “The • Southern Baptist oppose Confederate flag, page 2 lege and member of VAE, said religion and all attempts to di- not say the freaking prayer!” the ceremony was not about vide humanity. We stand with Emad Al-Turk, of the Inter- thing about it is, it is hard hear- • Duvalier J. Malone column, page 7 ing people’s thoughts,” she a certain group of people sup- the LGBTQ community, and all national Museum of Muslim said. “I feel there is work to be porting the LBGT community other threatened individuals for Cultures of Jackson, said, “We done in our community. How how to bridge the gap between Duvalier Malone, a politi- but about everyone – Jews, the equal protection of all hu- pray Almighty God brings com- do we change the mindset?” older and younger people so cal consultant and Mississippi Muslims, Christians, Hindus man life.” fort and peace to the families of She and others said when it future generations won’t be native, was the master of cer- and others. The vigil included LBGTQ the 49 deceased loved ones. We comes to race there is a level burdened with racial animosi- emonies. VAE is a project led by the community member Todd Al- pray God’s mercy brings heal- of acceptance in the African- ties. One young speaker asked State Rep. Kathy Sykes, Dialogue Institute in coopera- len, who said, “I stand here as a ing to the wounded. We pray American community. It’s the how do young people enjoy who attended the rally, said, tion with civic leaders and or- queer man, as a minister, and I that we have the courage to easier choice sometimes, she the seeds planted for them “We decided to take the fight ganizations, religious commu- call on our state leadership sim- come together and say that this said, to accept things as they and not plant bad seeds in the to the U.S. Capitol because we nities and public and private ply to say out loud the words must not occur in God’s name.” are or have been. ground again. want America to take it down. universities. lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer He added, “In Qur’an it says, “We pretend things are OK. Muhammad talked about “We are demanding this Bowyle further stated, “We and transgender. I call on them ‘Whoever kills one life is as if They are not OK,” said Ellis, things he thinks African Amer- symbol of white supremacy are here to condemn the vio- to end their silence at such a he has killed the whole of hu- who has acted in movies and icans do to hurt themselves. and segregation is removed lence of the Orlando attack moment as this. The silence of manity. And whoever saves one stars on the ABC TV show “We’re the only people who do from all monuments and ceme- against LBGT persons and our state leadership is horrible.” life is as if he has saved the en- “Quantico.” what we’re told not to do and teries in the state as well as the against all other persons. No Valencia Robinson, commu- tire humanity.’” Ellis was joined on the panel don’t do the things we’re told state Capitol of Mississippi.” religion should use violence to nity activist, urged the gather- Al-Turk noted that within the by Erik Fleming of the ACLU to do,” he said. Ellis and others said the flag condemn and attack other peo- ing to not let this be a one time same week two opposing views of Mississippi, Civil Rights Ellis encouraged those in is a symbol of oppression and ple.” event but to reach out to the of Muslims had emerged – the veteran Hollis Watkins, Abram the audience to board a bus hatred in the state. However, The objective according to LBGT community and accept murderous Omar Mateen and Muhammad of Muhammad that left Monday morning for Mississippians voted unani- the Rev. Loye S. Ashton, direc- them into their embrace, into the man of peace Muhammad Mosque No. 78 of the Nation Washington D.C. to rally in mously to keep it. tor of the International Studies their churches and organiza- Ali, appealing that the one of of Islam, and Cynthia Newhall front of the Capitol. But Ellis says, “it will come and Global Change at Touga- tions. Ali is the true Muslim spirit to of Cooperation Jackson. U.S. Congressman Bennie down.” loo College and a deacon in the Rabbi Jeremy Simons, di- embrace. He also called for the The discussion ranged from Thompson, who has been an Stephanie R. Jones can be United Methodist Church, is to rector of Rabbinic Services of passing of common sense gun the need to not blame condi- outspoken proponent of chang- reached at srjones13@gmail. “bear witness that faith refuses the Institute of Southern Jew- laws. tions today on past slavery to ing the flag, spoke at the rally. com or (601) 455-0372. to bow to fear and to demon- ish Life, facilitated the vigil And Hindu representative strate how love overcomes program order, which included Ramesh Marsalis, of the Hindu hate.” He said the Orlando mur- hymnals like “Precious Lord,” Temple Society of Mississippi, ders must also be seen as a hate “We Shall Walk Through the said, “All people must be safe; Hanging Moss Road Bridge opens crime. Valley in Peace” and “Let There let us spread the peace.” Ashton stated in the press Be Peace on Earth.” Beverly Wade Hogan, presi- Jackson Mayor Tony T. Yar- release announcing the vigil, The program noted “Pre- dent of Tougaloo welcomed the ber along with city and local “The history of Mississippi has cious Lord expresses profound interfaith service, extending the officials held a ribbon-cutting been one where terror and ex- grief at the loss of life…; We embrace of the college to the ceremony at 9 a.m. June 14, tremism have been used to di- Shall Walk Through the Val- LBGT community and those for the new Hanging Moss vide and control its people. ley in Peace is a walk through working against such violence, Road Bridge, one of the proj- “This prayer vigil is to show a horrifying experience and offering her full support. ects funded through the 1 Per- our solidarity with the victims yet through God’s leadership “I was thinking back years cent Sales Tax Program. The and survivors of the Orlando we will walk in peace; and Let ago where there were turbu- mayor also gave an update shooting and proclaim that as There Be Peace On Earth rec- lent times in the city when we on other 1 Percent projects. Mississippians, we deplore and ognizes the individual responsi- worked to break down barriers Tougaloo President Beverly condemn such violence for any bility beginning with the verse of racism. We need that same Wade Hogan and Frances reason, but especially when it ‘And let it begin with me.’” type of purpose now. We can- Greer-Morris, president of the is done in the name of religious Simons emphasized the not be lackadaisical – we must Woodlea Neighborhood As- faith.” blessings asked for in the Jew- work together to break down sociation (wearing hat) were The joint statement of affir- ish faith, particularly the one of the cynicism that prevents us present to address the crowd mation from VAE members was ‘shalom’ or peace. “The bless- from being better people. We during the ceremony. PHOTOS read by Fatih Ozcan, president ing of peace is not simply about cannot remain silent,” Hogan BY JAY JOHNSON of the Dialogue Institute of the cessation of violence, it is said. Mississippi: “Voices Against also a peace for life. As long as Rev. Larry Johnson, chaplain Extremism is saddened and we know another shooting may, of Tougaloo College, closed the distressed by the massacre at will happen, there is no peace,” program saying to the LBGT the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, he said. members present, “You are not and we extend heartfelt sorrow Min. Justin McCreary of the by yourselves. For me to say to all the loved ones of all the Unitarian Universalist Church any differently would be a con- victims. in Jackson, said after he heard tradiction to my calling to the “We deplore and condemn the news of the slaughter in Or- ministry of Jesus Christ.” the horrific killing, and we sup- lando, he was compelled to go To join the effort or for more port the civil rights and sacred and visit a gay bar. information visit the website, lives of all persons. We reject “Religious people in Mis- voicesagainstextremism.org or the use of violence motivated sissippi – some of us – who email, Fatih Ozcan at Jack- by religious ideology and call make our spaces holy grounds [email protected] 4 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Saying goodbye to Muhammad Ali PHOTOS BY JAY JOHNSON

Boxing champion Muhammad Ali’s funer- als were held last week in his hometown of Louisville, Ky. A Muslim service was held June 9 and an interfaith service was held June 10. The funeral procession went by Ali’s childhood home now painted pink as hun- dreds of fans and residents lined the streets to get an up close look at the processional. LOCAL

www.mississippilink.com JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 5 New Stage Theatre provides arts-in-education

The Mississippi Link Newswire one-hour sessions starting in January. New Stage Theatre, a professional This residency consisted of instruction theatre located in Jackson, provided in beginning theatre focusing on skills arts-in-education residencies to all el- in reading, language arts, acting and ementary schools in Hinds County theatrical production. Twenty fifth grad- School District as well as Holmes ers participated in the residency, which County Schools for 12 weeks during culminated in a final performance. the Spring 2016 semester as part of a Residencies were led by education new initiative to includes the arts in the director/teaching artist Chris Roebuck school’s curriculum. and teaching artists Kerri Courtney Four schools were served in Hinds Sanders and Betty Wong. County as part of a Fine Arts Pilot New Stage also offers touring shows Bolton Edwards Elementary students Gary Road Elementary students Program offered by the Hinds County and various workshops to schools and School District. Students met with New communities. A talk-back session and a are to underserved audiences. original mission. New Stage’s educa- Stage Theatre teaching artists during 12 comprehensive study guide for teachers During the 2015-16 New Stage per- tion department was founded in 1989 one-hour sessions starting in January is provided. formed 73 shows in 24 districts. With and received the Governor’s Award for and ending in April with a culminating This year New Stage’s touring shows more than 30,000 students served over Excellence in the Arts in 1995 for its ef- performance. included Androcles and the Lion (for the last year, the arts-in-education pro- forts to introduce tens of thousands of Students received instruction in be- elementary ages), Mississippi Talking: gram’s impact across the state has in- young Mississippians to live theatre. ginning theatre focusing on skills in Scenes from Mississippi Writers and spired administrators, teachers, and stu- The New Stage Arts-in-Education reading, language arts and English; they Walk, Don’t Ride: A Celebration of the dents to involve the arts in their schools touring program is sponsored by Enter- were taught basic drama in all aspects, Fight for Equality (for middle and high on a regular basis. gy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MS, The including acting and production; as well school audiences). New Stage Theatre was chartered as Selby and Richard McRae Foundation as participating in the final performance. New Stage has a reputation for pre- a not-for-profit organization in 1965, and The Chisholm Foundation. Third, fourth and fifth grades were senting quality arts education and per- producing its initial season in the win- For pricing, more information or to invited to participate at Bolton Edwards formances and has been touring suc- ter/spring of 1966. Founded by Jane schedule a residency, tour, or workshop Elementary, Utica Elementary, Ray- cessfully to high school and middle Reid-Petty with the assistance of the contact Roebuck at (601) 948-3533 mond Elementary and Gary Road El- schools since 1990. The tours travel American National Theatre Academy ext. 232 or education@newstageth- ementary Schools. throughout the state, from Clarksdale to and Actor’s Equity Association, dedi- eatre.com; or Education Assistant Betty S.V. Marshall Elementary School in Tate County to Gautier and most of the cation to professional excellence in Wong at (601) 948-3533 ext. 233 or Holmes County was also served with 12 public school districts New Stage visits theatre arts was part of the theatre’s [email protected]. Raymond Elementary students Hinds CC VP announces retirement

Mississippi Link Newswire After a long career in fostering economic development in Mis- sissippi, especially through his work at Hinds Community Col- lege, Vice President John Woods of Clinton is retiring on June 30. “It has been a wonderful oppor- Woods tunity to be a member of this college’s family,” said Woods, vice president for Economic Devel- opment and Training. Chad Stocks, vice president for Workforce De- velopment, will assume Woods’ duties. Stocks also leads all workforce training, career-technical education and adult education efforts. “In the early years of our workforce division, Dr. Woods brought a level of workforce knowl- edge and expertise to the college that helped to established Hinds as an institution that understood the needs of business and industry. His contribu- tion to the successful opening of the Nissan plant in Canton, and more recently the Mississippi Riv- er Consortium in Vicksburg, are among the larg- est projects that he directed,” said Hinds President Clyde Muse. Woods arrived at Hinds in 1991 but even before that he worked with the college’s workforce ef- forts when he was employed at Mississippi State University. He retires with 34 years of total ser- vice to the state of Mississippi and is the longest serving workforce specialist currently in the state. “We will definitely miss his leadership. It has been a great experience to work for him and with him while at Hinds,” said Jim Harper, director of the Small Business Development Center. Woods is also the longest serving vice presi- dent of Economic Development and Training at the college and overseer of Eagle Ridge Confer- ence Center, still a cornerstone meeting facility in the state. “Dr. Woods has been a great asset to our di- vision at Hinds,” said Peggy Lofton, director of Eagle Ridge Conference Center. “He has always been very supportive of what we do to make our business run smoothly. He has truly taught me to be a better leader, and for that I am thankful.” Under Woods’ leadership, the Eagle Ridge Con- ference Center has been a centerpiece for some of the college’s most important efforts and most prestigious events. The facility has drawn na- tional organizations and state leaders to its doors because of its unique setting and capable staff. The Professional Development Institute (PDI) is another important aspect of Woods’ division. That program is the in-house foundation for train- ing Hinds employees and provides a wide array of personal and work-related programs. In addition, his division oversees the awarding of continuing education certificates (CEUs) for local school dis- tricts and other professional organizations. Among his colleagues, Woods is recognized as a prolific writer and avid outdoorsman. Visitors to his Eagle Ridge office have been able to see an eclectic assortment of memorabilia that reflects his diverse interests and talents. Among his recent accomplishments are the re- furbishment of the Eagle Ridge Challenge Course and the institution of the River Barge Deckhand Training project in Vicksburg. “Along the way there were many successes, some failures, a few revelations and disappoint- ments. It has been a great ride,” Woods said. COMMUNITY

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Mississippi Link Newswire nities. who has an extensive back- Mississippi Link Newswire The Mississippi Minor- The Women Business Cen- ground in technology serv- Fondren Renaissance Foundation, in cooperation ity Business Alliance, Inc. is ter of Mississippi seeks to lev- ing as the center director, we with Capital City Beverage Company and South- helping to empower women to el the playing field for women will be able to use technology ern Beverage Company, presents the second annual grow strong, sustainable busi- entrepreneurs, who still face to effectively reach many of Mississippi Craft Beer Festival on the grounds of nesses with the opening of the unique obstacles in the busi- the female owned companies Duling Hall in Fondren June 24. Women Business Center of ness world. It is the only SBA- across Mississippi’s vast rural More than 100 beers will be presented for sam- Mississippi. sponsored center in the state, communities.” pling by 28 breweries. Special emphasis will be The open house will take joining more than 100 SBA Women make up more than placed on breweries within Mississippi and nearby place from 4-6:30 p.m. June centers across the country. half of Mississippi’s popula- bordering states with brewer representatives on 16, at the center’s location “I have noticed a growing tion and earn less than men hand to discuss their products and brewing methods. at the Mississippi e-center at number of Mississippi women despite having equal educa- Last year’s festival, the first of its kind in Fon- More than 100 beers will be presented for sampling JSU, 1230 Raymond Road, who are starting and operating tion, so the WBC is a major dren, sold out by 7 p.m. Organizers suggest pur- by 28 breweries. Last year’s festival sold out by 7 p.m. Suite 1200 in Jackson. businesses in the state. I am opportunity for women across chasing advance tickets to assure entry. The Women Business Cen- excited that the Women Busi- the state to access business Tickets for the “VIP hour” from 5-6 p.m. are $60 driver ticket is available for $10. ter of Mississippi open house ness Center of Mississippi will tools necessary to achieve in advance and $65 day of and are limited to 250 All festival tickets offer attendees the ability to will allow guests to see first- be here as a welcomed com- self-reliance. However, all are persons. Those with VIP tickets also gain entrance come and go from the tasting grounds through 8:30 hand the in-house programs panion for these businesses, welcome and encouraged to for the entire run of the festival, premium bar snacks p.m. the center has developed to as- as they move along the growth take advantage of the services for the first hour and a $15 gift certificate to a par- New this year, festival-goers can hear Flow Tribe sist businesses with the skills path from start-up to expan- that the center has to offer. ticipating Fondren restaurant. in concert at Duling Hall at 9 p.m., presented by Ar- and business structure essen- sion,” said Shellie Michael, For more information, visit General admission from 6-9 p.m. is $30 in ad- denland. A general admission combo ticket for the tial to competing for both gov- MMBA chief executive of- http://www.wbcmississippi. vance and $35 day of and includes unlimited tast- beer festival and concert is $40 in advance and $45 ernment and private opportu- ficer. “With Erika McMillon org/. ings of all of the products represented. A designated at the door.

MRC names Employees of the Quarter JMAA to offer shoe shine services at airport Methodist Rehabilitation Center Mississippi Link Newswire Shine, a company with more JMAA’s chief executive offi- in Jackson has named its latest Em- ployees of the Quarter. Pat Green The Jackson Municipal Air- than 20 years of experience in cer said, “Enhanced passenger of Jackson was named Clinical port Authority recently an- airport concessions, currently amenities and customer servic- Services Employee of the Quarter. nounced a new partnership with operating at Baltimore-Wash- es are a key component to our She serves as an urology licensed Superior Shine. Superior Shine ington International Airport, success as an airport operator. practical nurse for MRC’s radiol- will begin offering services Bradley International Airport Creating job opportunities for ogy department. Patricia Conerly of at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley in Connecticut, Indianapolis small and disadvantaged busi- Brandon was named Support Ser- Evers International Airport International Airport, Memphis ness enterprises is a role JMAA vices Employee of the Quarter. She from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays International Airport, Nashville undertakes readily and with a serves as collector for MRC’s busi- through Fridays June 20, in the International Airport and Ra- sense of community pride. Mr. ness office. Methodist Rehabilitation East and West concourses. leigh Durham International Air- Nelson and his team are a prime Center provides comprehensive JMAA published a request port. Superior Shine is certified example of how we are work- medical rehabilitation programs for people with spinal cord and brain in- for proposals for shoe shine as a disadvantaged business en- ing to achieve those goals, and juries, stroke and other neurological services and was pleased to re- terprise, in six states, including I look forward to our new rela- Green Conerly and orthopedic disorders. ceive the response from Cedric Mississippi. tionship with the Superior Shine T. Nelson, president of Superior Carl D. Newman, A.A.E., team.”

video game truck. The outdoor fest runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Engineering, Donelson Construction Inc., Dixon Interiors and Barefield NEWS BRIEFS The program aims to help African-American males succeed in col- Workplace Solutions and from businessmen Sutter Smith, Willie Boz- Sam M. Brinkley alumni encouraged lege by providing leadership training, career counseling, mentoring eman and Worth Thomas. In-kind contributions of $1,000 were also and tutoring. Participants discover personal strengths, interests and pledged by Food Depot and McDade’s Markets. to attend 10th reunion in July motivation, all of which can spur an array of career interests and post- “When I read about Jaborri’s almost single-handed efforts, I felt graduate options. compelled to get involved to help make this summer camp for youth a Sam M. Brinkley Jr.-Sr. High School, one of three original black Those who want to register for classes at M2M Summer Fest are success,” Horhn said. “Jaborri is not only teaching basketball funda- schools in Jackson, is celebrating the school’s 10th reunion July 1-2. advised to do the following before arriving at the fest: mentals, he’s teaching character, discipline and team work.” A picnic at Grove Park Club House is set for July 1, and a banquet is • submit a current admission application for the Summer or Fall The camp took place at Callaway High School this week. planned for July 2 at the Hilton Garden Inn, formerly the historic King 2016 semester Edward Hotel, on Capitol Street in Jackson. • submit the official transcript from the last school attended Gray Daniels Auto Family recruiting Sam M. Brinkley’s original school was located on Bailey Avenue, • submit official ACT scores or take the Accuplacer or submit a col- now Walton Elementary School. The second Sam M. Brinkley school lege transcript showing the completion of at least one Math and Eng- through city’s jobs program was located on Livingston Road, now Powell Middle School, and the lish course. third location is Sam M. Brinkley Middle School located on Albermarle To become a member of M2M, students must be enrolled at JATC The city of Jackson’s Jobs for Jacksonians program will hold a re- Road. and complete an application for the program. The college’s Enrollment cruiting session at 10 a.m. June 17, in the conference room of the Students who attended school at any of these locations are encour- Services team will be on hand for the event to help prospective stu- Department of Personnel Management at the Metrocenter Mall. aged to come and help celebrate the Sam M. Brinkley school spirit. dents apply to the college online. Gray Daniels Auto Family will recruit interested applicants for entry For more information, contact Cornelius Thompson, president of the and master level service technicians, clerical and sales associate posi- Sam M. Brinkley Alumni Association, at (601) 594-2736; Fred Gross Sen. Horhn raises $5,000 to go toward tions. at (601) 506-8050, Bo Brown at (601) 983-9105 or Luneal Matlock Each week, major companies are invited for the purpose of inter- Dickey at (601) 506-6595. free, local basketball camp viewing and potentially hiring prospective candidates. Jobs for Jacksonians is an initiative created to provide accessible Minority Male Leadership Initiative After reading in The Clarion-Ledger about former ABA basketball information on employment opportunities for Jackson residents. For player Jaborri Thomas’ sponsoring a free basketball fundamentals job seekers, this program offers an array of services and training op- Hinds CC to host Summer Fest camp for inner-city youth, Sen. John Horhn in the inaugural edition of portunities to assist participants. In addition to the recruiting sessions, his radio show, “Tell John,” raised $5,000 to aid Thomas’ efforts. the program offers job readiness workshops, job search and place- The Minority Male Leadership Initiative at Hinds Community Col- The inaugural show aired at 8 p.m. June 7, on WMPR radio, a com- ment assistance and an annual job fair. lege will host M2M Summer Fest June 24, at the Jackson Campus- munity-based radio station. Other services, such as assistance with writing a professional re- Academic/Technical Center to highlight the program’s services. “Tell John,” which focuses on solving problems for citizens at the sume, leadership and professional development and interviewing im- Attendees to the free event may sign up for M2M, register for class- local, state and federal level, raised $4,000 in cash contributions from provement techniques, are also available. es and visit information booths while they enjoy free food, prizes and a businesses, including Integrated Management Services, Neel Schaffer For more information, contact Jonathan Barnett at 601 960-0377.

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“I come from Mississippi” Mississippi honors The Mississippi Link Newswire COMMENTARY symbol must go. This symbol is employees for achievement When I heard the news of the neither noble, nor righteous. It massacre at Mother Emanuel live the American represents nothing but hatred, Church in Charleston last June dream, were ar- bigotry and intolerance. it horrified me, but I can’t say it rested at Touga- We can no longer lift up and surprised me. I come from Mis- loo College. Their praise the history of a confed- sissippi, where the struggle for crime? Reading in eracy that went to war against racial harmony has always been a “whites only” our government for the “right” particularly tough and violent. Malone public library. to slavery. Ten people were convicted The entire Ole Miss universi- We as Mississippians, as of assaulting African Ameri- ty erupted in a raucous because Americans, must disavow all cans in Jackson in racially mo- of the Supreme Court decision symbols of hate. The world is tivated attacks. They harassed to allow a black man, James watching us, to see if we will and assaulted poor, defenseless Meredith, to attend the school. hold ourselves to the same stan- people with beer bottles and The riot was so terrible that the dards of justice and equality slingshots. One of these con- National Guard had to be mobi- that we preach to other nations. victions was due to the murder lized for Meredith’s protection. Let’s not perpetuate division of an African-American man, This is where my forefathers by taking stands that continue James Anderson, when one at- and ancestors were hung from to divide us. Our elected offi- tack went too far. They brutally trees and the Confederate flag cials should work to unify us on Mississippi State Hospital recently honored employees for their achievements. They received their Basic beat and then ran him over with driven into the ground by their the things that we have in com- Supervisory Course certificate during a meeting at MSH. Pictured are (front, from left) Sheila Fortenberry, their truck. bodies and now our governor mon – not try to divide us with Elizabeth Bain, Mary Bankester; (second row, l to r) Andriena Fleming, Donnie Golliday, Marcus Catchings. This may seem like a scene has declared “Confederate Her- hate rhetoric. Not pictured is Billy McAlpin. from 50 years ago at the height itage Month,” proudly champi- The Confederate symbol has of the Civil Rights conflict, but oning a symbol that has repre- divided us for much too long. it isn’t. These issues that Amer- sented nothing but murder and Mississippi, the spotlight is on icans faced so many decades injustice for an entire people. us. We have an opportunity here Sixth Annual National Civil Rights ago are the same ones we face This has been the legacy of to be an example for the entire today. Mississippi, but we are stand- country. Let’s lead the conversa- After every other state in the ing on the precipice. We are at tion, and encourage change. Conference set in Meridian union has done the right thing a pivotal moment in history that We’ve done it before. We’ve and removed the Confederate will define our state and define come together to right the The Mississippi Link Newswire and honoring slain civil rights Registration includes admission symbol from their flags, Mis- us as Mississippians. wrongs of the past and take a The National Education and workers James Earl Chaney, to all sessions, exhibit halls and sissippi stands alone, steeped in This is the moment for us all stand for justice. Empowerment Coalition, Inc. Andrew Goodman and Michael daily keynotes. Service-learning injustice and fear. to make the right choice. Let’s continue on the path and the cities of Philadelphia Schwerner and other Missis- training/registration (10 to 20 I need you to understand What will we do? Will we that we’ve already begun. and Meridian are cosponsoring sippi civil rights movement instructional hours or 1.0 to 2.0 that I come from Mississippi. continue to follow the path laid I come from Mississippi and the Sixth Annual National Civil participants. The conference CEUs) will be offered at a small I know the history of my home out in our tragic history, or will yes, this state has a terrible his- Rights Conference set for June will also coincide with memo- fee to registered participants state. we stand up for what we know tory. But we have such a rich 19-22 in Meridian. rial activities on the grounds of and specific audiences such as This is the state that is the last is right? future ahead of us. The conference is designed the Mt. Zion United Methodist teachers, principals and educa- stronghold of overt racism and Our great state has made Let’s call on Mississippi law- to generate considerable intel- Church and memorial activities tion leaders. hatred toward African Ameri- leaps and bounds as our coun- makers to show the world how lectual dialogue and debate, as on the grounds of the Mt. Nebo Registration information and cans. Mississippi is where Em- try wrestled with its conscience great this state can be and re- well as create opportunities to Baptist Church. materials will be posted online mett Till, a 14-year-old boy, and struggled with the horrors move the Confederate symbol strengthen existing networks The conference theme is Rise, at http://civilrightsconference. was kidnapped and murdered; of the past. The entire country from the Mississippi state flag. and forge new ones. Advocate, Educate and Cooper- com. his killers known, but allowed has a history that is thick with Duvalier J. Malone is a po- The National Civil Rights ate: Honoring the Past and Em- Contact the planning com- to walk free. terrible crimes, but Americans litical consultant and host of Conference will coincide with bracing the Future. mittee chair (kdparker@civil- This is where nine students, have always strived to correct Growth Talk radio/TV show in the Annual Mississippi Civil Conference attendees and pro- rightsconference.com) or visit on a quest to reach their aca- our country’s wrongs. Washington, D.C. His website Rights Memorial Service, which gram participants are required the conference website for ad- demic goals in their effort to This is why the Confederate is www.duvaliermalone.com. is an annual event remembering to register for the conference. ditional conference information. 8 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 www.mississippilink.com JPS students win PTA Reflections awards

Mississippi Link Newswire pense-paid trip to Orlando, Fla., Jackson Public Schools stu- to attend the national convention, dents entered creative pieces monetary awards, scholarships, into the 2016 Mississippi PTA certificates and other prizes. Reflections Program, a statewide The theme for the 2016 Re- arts contest sponsored annually flections competition was “What by the Mississippi Parent Teach- is Your Story.” er Association. Carter Wilson, a student from Twelve students from Da- Davis, will compete on the na- vis IB Elementary School, one tional level for a video he pro- student from Power APAC and duced titled “Recycle Like Su- one student from Provine High perheroes.” This video shows School received awards at the that anyone can recycle and be a state level and were recognized hero to help save the world. at an awards program as part of Wilson will be joined at the na- the Mississippi PTA State Con- tional competition by five more vention. first-place winners from Davis First place winners in all cat- along with middle school student egories and divisions will rep- Alexandria Dean, representing resent the state of Mississippi at Power Academic and Performing the national level. Prizes at the Arts Complex and Michael Wal- national level include an all-ex- lace from Provine High School. Dean Wallace Wilson

Top 10 seniors within JPS honored 2016 Top Ten High School Scholars Mississippi Link Newswire ed offers from some of the most get comfortable being excellent. Each year, the Jackson Public prestigious institutions in the You will challenge each other. Callaway Gabriel Gardner Mississippi State University School District joins the com- country, including state schools The same things you learned Cotoria Blackmon Alcorn State University Ashley Szabo- Johnson munity in recognizing its top Belhaven College, Jackson with hard work and discipline in Pearl River Community College Charity James University of Southern Mississippi academic graduating seniors. State University, University JPS, transfer it to your life.” The Annual Salute to Scholars of Mississippi, University of “I encourage you to always Janelle Corley Rust College Jabrieka Thornton recognition included a signing Southern Mississippi and Mis- do your very best,” said Burt. Jackson State University Kennedy Jones Mercer University ceremony this year for the schol- sissippi State University. Others “Even when you think no one Jordan Goffner Jackson State University Taylor White ars to announce their acceptance chose to venture further from is looking, someone is looking Belhaven University Dazhia Stewart Xavier University of college and university schol- home to schools like New Or- at you as a role model. You are Jordan Jefferson Alcorn State University arship offers. Combined they leans-based Xavier University, affecting young people that you Morehouse College Tybrea Vivians Provine were offered more than $1.5 Mercer University in Georgia, don’t even know.” Willie Johnson, III Alcorn State University Takeeya L. Beaman million in scholarships, grants Rice University in Texas and Sponsored annually by the University of Mississippi Joslyn Wimbley Alcorn State University and military awards. many others. Jackson Council PTA/PTSA Kierra Simmons Jackson State University Vanessa R. Cornelius “Academic Signing Day is a Councilman DeKeither and the city of Jackson, the Sa- Alcorn State University Te’Yah Wright Mississippi State University very important event,” said JPS Stamps and JPS Board Presi- lute to Scholars ceremony is in Ariana Sirgew Alcorn State University Samuel M. Graves Superintendent Cedrick Gray. dent Beneta Burt joined Gray keeping with the JCPTA’s goal University of Southern Mississippi Tougaloo College “Top ten drafts usually go in the on the program to encourage the of celebrating the accomplish- first round. I encourage you to top scholars to continue doing ments of Jackson’s students. Amber Taylor Lanier Namarah D. Lightfoot go in the first round and enjoy their best. The association and the may- Jackson State University Danica Banks Jackson State University the biggest payoff. The time you “Be comfortable being excel- or’s office hold the program to Zyria Thomas Hinds Community College Jalyn K. Love spent studying when everyone lent,” said Stamps. “Get com- showcase high-achieving stu- University of Mississippi Myeisha Jack Jackson State University else was playing is going to pay fortable being around other dents who have set and main- Raven Wilson Jackson State University Alisha R. McDougal off.” people who are excellent. We tained high goals throughout University of Southern Mississippi Kourtlyn Jacobs Hinds Community College These elite graduates accept- need you to be excellent and their high school careers. Jackson State University Jamira M. Odom Forest Hill Alyssa Jones Belhaven University Elacyia Beal Mississippi State University Allison S. Riley Murrah’s JROTC visited Capitol University of Southern Mississippi Jaylia Kelly University of Southern Mississippi Lashawn Bowens Hinds Community College Tyra N. Robinson Hinds Community College Lauren Porter Jackson State University Valorie Gladney Tougaloo College Latoya J. Washington Jackson State University Jaylin Rodgers Belhaven University Kasey Hand Jackson State University Mississippi College Kesean Stokes Wingfield Danielle McLaurin Jackson State University Shamonica Banks Mississippi State University Tiffany Thomas Millsaps College Imonje Mignott Jackson State University Tyra Causey Alabama State Domonique Turner Millsaps College Darius Nelson Jackson State University Jameria Clark Jackson State University University of Mississippi Kahill Walker Murrah Temple Clements Jackson State University Douglas Campbell Rust College Alexis Williamson Swarthmore College Aaliyah Grant Hinds Community College Charles Davis Jackson State University Veronica Williamson Rice University Kelly Griffin Mary Baldwin College Rahzizi Ishakarah Oakland City University University of Southern Mississippi Allure Kelly Jim Hill Banjamin Knott Hinds Community College Derrick Burt, II Jackson State University Tiaria Mister Millsaps College Chelsa Luckett Jackson State University The Murrah High School JROTC LET2, (leadership, education and training), class visited the Capitol in April Samantha Coleman Tougaloo College Asia Ratliff to meet senators and representatives and speak one on one with them concerning current issues, education Jackson State University Marlo Morris Jackson State University and learning ways they could become more impactful as future leaders. Sen. Sollie B. Norwood is shown standing with instructor, retired U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Joseph McCray and chaperones Cynthia Mitchell, Justin Coleman University of Mississippi A’Sebrean Sanders Lee N. Wells and Connie Navarro-Allen. Tougaloo College Joseph Neyland Mississippi State University

Lanier’s history, culture students visit Capitol

The Lanier High School Academy Exposure to Mississippi History and Culture class recently visited the Capitol and spoke with Sen. Sollie B. Norwood (center) about the legislative process after a guided informational tour. Instructors Gwen Handy (left) and Christeen Moffett (fifth from left),accompanied the ninth and 10th graders. EDUCATION

www.mississippilink.com JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 9 ‘L.I.G.H.T.S.’ workshops at 14 university MAEOP names welcome centers continue to shine White Administrator of the Year The Mississippi Link Newswire tivities. It provides Jackson State University’s Wel- interactive and The Mississippi Link Newswire come Center staffers attended the valuable training Dr. Mary M. White, second annual L.I.G.H.T.S. forum for new and veter- a Jackson State Uni- recently at Mississippi State Uni- an visitor services versity associate pro- versity. professionals.” fessor and chair of L.I.G.H.T.S., an acronym for A steering com- the Department of Learning Information While Gain- Caples mittee comprised Entrepreneurship in ing Helpful Training on Visitor Ser- of statewide academic representa- the College of Busi- vices, is a free workshop that was tives worked for several months ness, is the Missis- conceptualized by JSU last year. It to plan the meeting sponsored by sippi Association of provides staff development training MSU and JSU. Guest speaker was Educational Office to individuals at welcome centers Mandi Stanley, an alumnus of MSU Professionals’ 2016- who are tasked with introducing and certified speaking professional. 2017 Administrator of guests, such as potential students This year, participants from 14 the Year. and their parents, to their institu- institutions attended the workshop. An awards lun- White tions. The yearly gathering is open They were Delta State University, cheon was held June 10, at the Hilton Garden to professionals at public, private Jackson State University, Missis- Inn, 975 Hwy 12 East, Starkville, to honor and community colleges through- sippi State University, Mississippi White, and Margaret Hull, who was named Of- out Mississippi. Valley State University, Univer- ity; and representatives from Bel- experience with others and return fice Professional of the Year. Gwen Caples, director of the sity of Mississippi, University of haven and Northwest Community to the campus to either enroll, vol- White was nominated by the JSU affiliate JSU Welcome Center, said, “As Southern Mississippi, Belhaven College shared insight about their unteer, make a financial contribu- and selected by a committee that stated she was the founder of the L.I.G.H.T.S. University, Rust College, Touga- campus tours. tion or attend university events,” “worthy of recognition.” Workshop, it gives me great plea- loo College, Tulane University, The workshop also included a Caples said. “We target admis- She has been at Jackson State University for sure to see us coming together from East Mississippi Community Col- speaker from the Greater Starkville sions, recruitment, welcome center, 42 years and most recently served as interim throughout the state to learn new lege, Jones County Junior College, Development Partnership, a student customer service professionals and vice president for Institutional Advancement. As ideas and strategies for enhancing Meridian Community College and panel discussion on tour experienc- others who are involved with plan- well, she previously has held several other ad- the campus visit for prospective Northwest Mississippi Community es and a forum on “best practices ning and implementing campus vis- ministrative and academic leadership positions. students, alumni and friends at our College. for visitor services.” its.” White said, “I was delighted when I was noti- respective schools. L.I.G.H.T.S. During the workshop, Caples JSU desires to see all campuses Finally, Caples said, “Our goal fied that I was selected for this honor. It is al- provides participants the oppor- discussed how JSU began the JSU live up to the state’s reputation for with L.I.G.H.T.S. is to move the ways gratifying to be recognized for one’s work tunity to network and share best Welcome Center; Cristi Stevens, Southern hospitality. event each year to allow individu- by one’s professional colleagues. There are so practices, as well as improve cus- coordinator of MSU’s Welcome “Our goal is to ensure that every als an opportunity to visit other many outstanding administrators in our group. I tomer relations that will hopefully Center – along with recruitment visitor is treated with excellent cus- campuses throughout the states to appreciate Jackson State for giving me many op- enhance student enrollment and in- and admissions professionals – tomer service so that they will be learn new ways to enhance infor- portunities to grow as a leader.” crease participation in campus ac- provided an overview of its facil- encouraged to share their positive mation and visitor services.” MAEOP is an organization for educational of- fice employees who believes that an education is the birthright of every person and pledge them- selves to the preservation of that right. Further, MAEOP provides opportunities for professional CCC to tackle enrollment goal with summer recruitment growth, leadership and service for employees in education through their Five-Point Program which includes membership, advancement, edu- The Mississippi Link Newswire Richards. “We’re going to turn the cation, opportunity and professionalism. Coahoma Community College’s towns maroon and white that day MAEOP, founded in 1949, is affiliated with No. 1 recruiting team will be hitting and provide free food, music and the National Association of Educational Office the road this summer with one goal fun as a way to say thank you for Professionals. in mind. letting us into your community.” “2,500 students,” said CCC Di- In addition, informational booths rector of Educational Outreach and representatives from CCC’s Letha Richards, referencing the campus will be on-site to answer recruitment goal set by CCC Presi- any questions regarding opportuni- Honor students give dent Valmadge Towner. “That’s ties and resources available at CCC. our goal – to tell people about the “We’ve had a good response to donations to Jefferson wonderful things we have to offer the rallies in the past because people here at Coahoma, and, as a result, see us, and we want to make sure exceed 2,500 students in the fall.” people know who we are, where we County Library The Department of Educational are and what we do – I think that’s Outreach is leading the campus- really important,” said Richards. wide effort to make this vision a Richards said the main thing is to reality by spreading the word about make sure the public is aware that the myriad of unique educational CCC is a great career launching pad opportunities available at CCC. opportunity to take up to three eve- CCC will be distributed door-to- that offers students a degree with no In additional to CCC’s main cam- ning classes over two days. door in 38 towns located within debt. pus in Clarksdale, the college offers “With availability of online, Coahoma, Tunica, Bolivar, Talla- “Students can be what they want courses at seven other off cam- weekend and early evening classes, hatchie and Quitman counties dur- to be here. …Like our president of- pus sites in Tunica, Marks, Webb, a student can take a full-load at ing the month of June ten says, ‘this is where your dreams Rosedale, Mound Bayou, Shaw and our evening sites,” said Richards. Then, in July, nine recruitment start.’” You can be who you want Charleston. “We’re trying to appeal to every- rallies will be hosted from 9 a.m. to be, and we’re going to help you New this year is the addition of one and let them know that no mat- to noon in various cities within the get there.” weekend classes in the Clarksdale, ter what’s their schedule, we have college’s five-county district. During the next few weeks, re- Shaw and Rosedale sites as well as something to offer.” “During the recruitment rallies, cruitment and registration rallies the introduction of early classes at To help get the closer to the goal, our main focus is to simply give are planned. See the schedule dis- all sites that will give students the 20,000 pieces of literature about back to the communities,” said played in this story.

Honor student Michael Hurns and assistant hon- ors director Wandra Arrington presented Library Branch manager Brenda Rankin with the dona- Brown receives summer internship at WLBT TV-3 tions for the library’s children.

The Mississippi Link Newswire The Mississippi Link Newswire WLBT,” said Brown, a mass com- “Mr. Sanders is one of my fa- On May 26, Alcorn State University honor Alcorn State University se- munications major. “It’s an honor vorite mass communications in- students donated their unused educational ma- nior and Edwards native Angelica to be given this wonderful oppor- structors. He has done a great job terials and supplies to the Jefferson County Brown is spending her summer va- tunity. I feel that I can gain a lot of in preparing me for my internship. Public Library in Fayette, Miss. cation sharpening her media skills valuable information that I can use I learned everything I know from Honor student Michael Hurns and assistant by shadowing seasoned reporters. in my media career in the future.” him and I am beyond thankful to honors director Wandra Arrington, presented Angelica accepted an internship Brown credits her mentor, Larry have taken his classes.” Library Branch manager Brenda Rankin the do- at WLBT TV-3 that will help her on Sanders, a professor in Alcorn’s Once Brown completes her in- nations for the library’s children. her journey to becoming a reporter Department of Mass Communi- ternship, she will head to Washing- Thirteen honor students donated 97 packs of after she graduates. She is excited cation, for her development. She ton D.C. to participate in the Sum- educational materials and supplies which con- about the opportunity to learn from looks forward to applying the mer Engineering Experience for sisted of pens, pencils, markers, notebook pa- veteran reporters. knowledge she has gained from Kids with the National Society for per, tablets, legal pads, folders, binders, index Brown “It feels great to be an intern at him to her internship. Black Engineers in July. dividers, sheet protectors, index cards, pencils and card cases, erasers, post-it-notes and rulers to the library. Alcorn’s honor students have vol- unteered at the Jefferson County Public Library Johnson becomes student advisor at Southern University on many program activities over the years. Arrington, who also serves as HSO advisor The Mississippi Link Newswire four years. He will also instruct a positive impact in students’ lives said, “We are aware that during the summer Former Alcorn State University them on time management, build- by helping them stay on the right months, a lot of local centers and programs are Student Government Association ing resumes and networking. path in life and their careers.” unable to provide essential supplies for youth President Zacheus Johnson has The position fits Johnson well be- Johnson credits the leadership he educational activities. That’s why the honor started his career in leadership. cause his goal has always been to received during his time as a stu- students are donating the necessary resources to Johnson accepted the academic play a significant role in the lives dent at Alcorn for his ability to take continue students’ learning throughout the sum- advisor position at Southern Uni- of students. on his newest task. mer months.” versity and A&M College May 19. “It feels great to be an academic “My advisors at Alcorn prepared The Office of Pre-Professional and Honors Johnson will be responsible for advisor because I’ve always want- me for the role that I am in today. I Curriculum Programs continue to support our helping freshmen, pre-nursing stu- ed to be a leader,” said Johnson. am successful because of their mo- local communities’ youth, which in turn, aids in dents correctly follow their sched- “Since my undergraduate years, tivation and belief in me as a stu- the successful development of our future lead- ules so that they can graduate in I’ve always had the desire to make dent.” Johnson ers.” 10 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Message from the Community events to celebrate Religion Editor By Daphne Higgins Religion Editor history of Juneteenth That wonderful day of honor has ar- rived – the day that has been set aside Special to The Mississippi Link sub-human without the defensive Similar prayers are often recited in I’ll meet with loved ones and where I to say “thank you” to that special man Juneteenth is an annual obser- masks they wore in the fields and in Juneteenth celebrations. can sing praises to thee; and we can in your life, Father’s Day. Your man vance to celebrate the date Union their churches. Enslaved men and “Father, I stretch my hand to thee – say with the saints of old, free at last, of honor may be your father, husband, soldiers enforced the Emancipation woman displayed a dignity and state- for no other help I know. Oh my rose free at last, thank God almighty, I am brother, uncle, mentor or friend. The Proclamation freeing all remaining liness that survived the slave owner’s of Sharon, my shelter in the time of free at last. Your servant’s prayer for title does not matter but the love you slaves in Galveston, Texas, on June dehumanizing oppression. storm. My prince of peace, my hope Christ sake. Amen!” have for him does. 19, 1865. The church was more than a safe in this harsh land, we bow before Within the Jackson metro area, Many dads have been known to say that they don’t Although the rumors of freedom house. It served as a launching pad you this morning to thank you for some local Juneteenth celebrations receive the same recognition on Father’s Day that were widespread prior to this, actual for black leadership and was in- watching over us and taking care of include: mother’s receive on their day of honor. emancipation was not announced in volved early on in working for lib- us. This morning you touched us and The city of Jackson will observe Well, I won’t try to prove them wrong about that but the last state practicing enslavement eration. Many free blacks in northern brought us out of the land of slumber, its 2016 Juneteenth Celebration from I will definitely stand my ground on how important a until General Gordon Granger came churches participated in the Under- gave us another day – thank you Je- 2-8 p.m. June 18, in the Historic Far- positive strong man is to the lives of those who love to Galveston and issued General Or- ground Railroad, raised money for sus. We realize that many that talked ish Street District at Farish Street be- him. I would like for all men to believe that so many der No. 3 on the “19 of June,” almost freedmen after the Civil War and as we now talked, this morning when tween Hamilton and Griffin Streets. lives are stronger, better and blessed because of the fa- two and a half years after President helped keep the black community their names were called, they failed Because of the city’s partnership thers who played an important role in the life of a child. Abraham Lincoln signed the official intact. to answer. Their voices were hushed with Legacy Builders Inc., 97.7 FM As millions across the country observe Father’s Juneteenth Flag Emancipation Proc- The importance of the black up in death. Their souls had taken a and the Jackson Black Pages, fami- Day, I would like to share some brief history of the lamation. church cannot be overstated. It was, flight and gone back to the God that lies will be able to enjoy: day set aside for the special men in each of our lives. Even though the news was slow and perhaps still is, the single most gave it, but not so with us. We are 2 p.m. – Parade The origin of Father’s Day is not clear. Some say arriving to the new freedmen of col- important institution in the black thankful the sheet we covered with, 3 p.m. – Festival which will in- that it began with a church service in West Virginia or, God’s presence remained at the community. It permitted self-expres- was not our winding sheet, and the clude free live music, food and a va- in 1908. Others say the first Father’s Day ceremony forefront of patience for them. sion and supported creativity at a bed we slept on was not our cooling riety of other activities. was held in Vancouver, Wash. I will do my best to Charles Taylor, the author of “The time when it could have meant death. board. You spared us and gave us The Canton 2016 Juneteenth Cel- paraphrase the origin of Father’s Day, as shared on Black Church and Juneteenth,” not- An example is found in the spirituals, one more chance to pray. And Fa- ebration will be held from 7 a.m. to History.com. ed in his manuscript that from the es- gospel and other forms of music that ther, before we go further, we want 6 p.m. June 18, at Nichols Middle Regardless of when the first true Father’s Day oc- tablishment of the first black church helped blacks explain and endure to pause and thank you for forgiv- School and A.M. Rogers Park com- curred, the strongest promoter of the holiday was So- in America, throughout slavery and their sojourn in America. ing our sins. Forgive all our wrong munity area located at King Ranch nora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Wash. She thought of beyond, the church has been the Blacks were able to use their doings. We don’t deserve it, but you Road and George Washington Street the idea for Father’s Day while listening to a Mother’s foundation of the black community. churches to hone organization and lengthened out the briskly threads of in Canton. Day sermon in 1909, in of all places, a church – the The church gave the slave dignity leadership skills useful in the eco- our lives and gave us another chance This free family/community event agreed upon environment. It appears the state and the and assured him he was equal in the nomic, social and political devel- to pray, and Lord for this we thank will include a 5K run/walk, a picnic, year are causing the controversy. eyes of God. Despite his earthly con- opment of their community. It’s no you... Now Lord, when I’ve come to health and college fairs, a commu- Dodd wanted a special day to honor her father, Wil- dition he was loved and valued as a accident that Martin Luther King the end of my journey, when praying nity forum, music and a step show. liam Smart, a Civil War veteran who was widowed child of God no matter how difficult Jr., Jesse Jackson and a host of oth- days are done and time for me shall Attendees are encouraged to bring when his wife died while giving birth to their sixth his burden became or unbearable his er civil rights leaders got their start be no more; when these knees have lawn chairs and coolers. High School child. Smart raised his newborn and other five children suffering was. The church taught that through the black church. bowed for the last time, when I too, classes are also encouraged to bring by himself on farm in eastern Washington State. Jesus, who too suffered, prepared a Therefore it is not surprising the like all others must come in off the tents and tailgate. In 1909, Dodd approached her minister and others place of rest for the slave when his black church has always played battlefield of life, when I’m through Tentative timeline: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Spokane about having a church service dedicated to time was up on earth. a pivotal role in keeping alive the being ‘buked and scorned, I pray for 7 a.m. – Juneteenth 5K run/walk fathers on June 5, her father’s birthday. The minister The slave owner was able to ob- meaning of Juneteenth. Religion has a home in glory. 10 a.m. – All high school classes couldn’t prepare for a designated service on that date serve a glimpse of this faith as he always been at the root of the obser- When I come down to the river and family picnic (Roger’s Park) so the presentation was made on June 19. heard the incredible music that vance of this holiday, which is ironic, of Jordan, hold the river still and 10 a.m.– Health fair, college fair, In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge urged state gov- seemed to come out of the slave’s considering it is a holiday born out let your servant cross over during community forum ernments to observe Father’s Day as a national event soul while toiling in the field. of an institution so far removed from a calm down. Father, I’ll be look- 1 p.m. – Canton High School vs. to “establish more intimate relations between fathers If the slave owner had ventured Christian ideals – slavery. ing for that land where Job said the Velma Jackson High School Battle and their children and to impress upon fathers the into a slave church, his strong de- The deep spiritual faith of the en- wicked would cease from troubling of the Band full measure of their obligations.” In 1972, President fense of slavery would no doubt have slaved is reflected in the traditional us and our weary souls would be at 4 p.m. – Canton High School choir Richard Nixon signed a proclamation making Father’s been weakened. He would have seen prayer below which was shared by rest; over there where a thousand and local choirs perform Day a federal holiday, at last. the people he considered inferior and Taylor and Rev. Wallace Evans. years is but a day in eternity, where 5 p.m. – Divine Nine Step Show Dodd probably never dreamed that the celebration that began on June 19, 1909, would be embraced to this magnitude. June 19 will mark the 107th year an- niversary of Father’s Day. As we recognize our earthly fathers and father fig- “Season of Change” is story of God’s love, family ures, let us not forget to always honor our supreme Father. Let us always share the good news of our Special to The Mississippi Link Myrna, Clara and Pastor Rick. secret of loving each other with a sure of the destination when she heavenly father who existed before the beginning of Barnes and Noble Bookstore in The reader is invited to visit the heavenly perspective. picks up her pen but it’s always a recorded time. Ridgeland is one of the local re- folks in small town USA. Hold a A fall in her backyard result- good ride. She enjoys studying and As I always do, I now ask that you remember Isaiah tailers where readers can purchase newborn baby or two, pet the lone- ing in a broken elbow launched teaching the Bible and hopes to 52:7 which reads – “How beautiful on the mountains “Season of Change,” a book writ- ly dog, water the neighbors’ gera- Hargrove on her writing career. inspire her readers to revere Jesus are the feet of those who bring good news, who pro- ten by Christian Faith Publishing niums, worship with the faithful at Her husband, Steve, presented her Christ, our creator, Lord and Sav- claim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim author Gloria Hargrove. It is a feel the Sunday service and comfort the with a new computer in the hopes ior. salvation, who say to Zion, Your God reigns!” good story that meets the joys and hurting and laugh with the joyful. that she would follow her life-long Other locations where Missis- The Mississippi Link, a messenger for news in and conflicts of life with fervent faith in The gentle people who live here dream of writing a book. “I had so sippi readers can purchase “Season around the state of Mississippi, would like to not only God and goodwill toward friends welcome the reader into their day- much fun,” she says. “I can hardly of Change” include various book- share your news but all who would like to tell others and family. to-day experiences. wait to finish the next one.” stores or online at Amazon.com, about the Lord’s goodness and about their places of The book is a lighthearted and Though there is plenty of joy, Growing up on a dairy farm in Apple iTunes store and Kobo. worship and even those religious institutions you may warming tale that follows a small as in real life there is no shortage Pennsylvania, where life revolved For additional information or in- have visited. town through the trials and tribula- of conflict and trials. Look for the around church and family gives quiries about “Season of Change,” To share your news, contact Daphne M. Higgins at tions of life while loving thy neigh- changes that take place as God Gloria conscience simplicity in her contact the Christian Faith Pub- [email protected], fax (601) 896-0091 or bor with a heavenly perspective. moves in the lives of the folks in characters. Her stories take on her lishing media department at 866- mail your information to The Mississippi Link, 2659 The character are Bob, Nita, Aunt Monroe. They have learned the own sense of adventure. She’s not 554-0919. Livingston Road, Jackson, MS 39213. REIGNING ANNOUNCEMENTS

College Hill M. B. Church, 1600 Florence Holy City International Empowerment Min- June 28, Southside Baptist Church, 800 Ray- Ave., Jackson, will celebrate its annual men’s istries, 251 Kearney Park Road, Flora, will mond Road, Jackson, Rev. Jeff Parker, pastor; day June 18 – 19. On June 18, the event will host a fashion extravaganza and musical ex- June 30 – First Baptist Church of Jackson, 431 include a church picnic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. traordinaire in honor of Presiding Bishop Stan- N. State St., Jackson. Neddie Winters is the On June 19, the day will begin with Sunday ley and Mother Stephanie Cavett at 7:30 p.m. president of Mission Mississippi. School at 8:45 a.m. and men’s day worship June 17. The speaker, Mother Evelyn Wood- service at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be ard, will address the event theme, “Serving New Horizon Church International, 1770 Lee Vance, chief of police for the city of Jack- with Style” taken from Exodus 36:1. For more Ellis Ave., Jackson, will host its Bishop’s Ball son. For more information call (601) 355-2670. information call (601) 879-3999. Bishop Stan- from 7-11 p.m. June 24. For more information Rev. Michael T. Williams is the pastor. ley Cavett is the pastor. call (601) 371-8282 or e-mail [email protected]. Bishop Ronnie C. Crudup, Sr. is the pastor. Greater Fairview M. B. Church, 2545 New- Mission Mississippi, 840 E. River Place, port St., Jackson, will host a father’s breakfast Suite 506, Jackson, will host its monthly prayer Cherry Grove Missionary Baptist Church, at 8:30 a.m. June 18. For more information breakfasts from 6:45 -7:45 a.m. June 23, 28, 1296 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Jackson, will visit https://greaterfairview.org/events-calen- and 30, at the respective churches: June 23, host its senior citizens day on June 26. For dar/ or call (601) 362-6447. Charles Spann is Northeast Christian Church, 3169 W. Tidewa- more information call (601) 354-1256. Rev. the pulpit facilitator. ter Lane, Madison, Rev. Fred Rohlfs, pastor; Marek D. Walker is the pastor. www.mississippilink.com JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 11 PRESERVED The devil is out to The champ is here; destroy every life heaven welcomes Ali Part III By Pastor Simeon R. Green III coming when we all must give By Shewanda Riley person leaves an inheritance for (1977) a black man who won the heavy- Special to The Mississippi Link Columnist an account of everything that we their children’s children.” In “All my boxing, all my running weight title and who was humor- Walking have done. The death of case of Ali, he left amazing in- around, all of my publicity were ous and who treated everyone close to Christ We must remember that time heavyweight heritance of majestic footage of just the start of my life. Now my right. As a man who never looked imparts knowl- is a gift of God. Only God boxing cham- his legendary boxing matches as life is really starting. Fighting down on those who looked up to edge, wisdom, knows how much time we have. pion and activist well as insightful words of wis- racism, fighting injustice, fight- him and who helped as many of spiritual growth, It is important that we all take Muhammad Ali dom. Each of the quotes comes ing illiteracy, fighting poverty – his people as he could – financial- power, faith and heed in how we spend our lives. on June 4 was from the book I am the Greatest: using this face the world knows ly and also in their fight for free- strength, which Time waits for no one. followed by con- The Best Quotations from Mu- so well and going out and fight- dom, justice and equality.” (1975) is a threat and defeat to the en- Regardless of our status or tinuous days of news coverage hammad Ali by Karl Evanzz. ing for truth.” (2001) On faith emy. how much money we have in where many shared their recol- On his name On strength “I conquered the world, and it For many individuals, the society, time is the indefinite, lections of the greatest athlete of “Changing my name was one “Running is the source of my didn’t bring me true happiness. things of this world are more unknown, continuous progress the 20th century. of the most important things that stamina. Early in my career I The only true satisfaction comes important and valuable than the of existence in events of the As I watched these news spe- happened to me in my life. It learned to run until I’m tired, from honoring and worshiping in love of God. The worst thing past, present and future. We cials, I had fond memories of freed me from the identity given then run more after that. The run- God.” (1991) that could ever happen to any- may remove the batteries from a watching his boxing matches to my family by slave masters.” ning I do before the fatigue and “God gave me this physical one is to stand before Christ clock, but time still marches on. with my daddy and marveling at (1997) pain is just the introduction. The impairment (Parkinson’s) to re- on judgment day unsaved and Time is something that no one his strength and talent. On growth real conditioning begins when mind me that I am not the great- hear “Depart from me” (Mat- can stop or bring back. When it But rather than use my words “The man who views the the pain comes in; then it’s time est. He is.” (1998) thew 7:21-23). My friends, we has passed, it is gone. Priceless to describe Ali’s impact on my world at 50 the same as he did to start pushing. And after that I Rest in peace, champ! all want to stand before Christ opportunities can pass by us. We life, this week I’d like to let “The at 20 has wasted 30 years of his count every mile as extra strength Shewanda Riley is the author on judgment day saved and hear can lose them, and then they are Greatest of All Time” speak for life.” (1975) and stamina – the reserve tank. of the Essence best-seller “Love the words “Well done thou good lost forever. We should make himself regarding the issues he On serving others and fight- What counts in the ring is what Hangover: Moving from Pain and faithful servant” (Matthew every second of our day count was best known for: dignity, ing for justice you can do after you’re tired.” to Purpose after a Relationship 25:21). for Christ. courage, racial pride and faith. “Service to others is the rent I On his legacy ends.” She can be reached at The most important and most My friend, the devil is out to Proverbs 13:22 says, “A good pay for my room here on earth.” “I’d like to be remembered as [email protected]. serious decision anyone will destroy every life. We can nev- ever make is whether to follow er go wrong spending leisure Christ or Satan. We all have moments in God’s word. The a choice. Anyone who knows Psalmist said, “Thy word have The Top 10 Gospel Songs from the Billboard the true character of the devil I hid in mine heart, that I might should be fearful to allow him to not sin against thee” (Psalm influence and direct his life. 119:11). Gospel Charts for the week of June 16 There is no doctrine in the As for me, I can tell you from word of God which is of so experience, having the word much importance as the one of God stored in my heart has SONGS ARTISTS ALBUM that teaches that man must live helped me throughout my life. a Holy and sinless life, or that Having God’s word has proved 1. Wanna Be Happy? Kirk Franklin Jesus saves and keeps His peo- to be a real foundation. ple from sin in this present, evil We have only one life. The 2. Put A Praise On It Tasha Cobbs Featuring Kierra Sheard world; yet there are many pre- problem is not that we do not 3. 123 Victory Kirk Franklin cious souls who think that such have enough time; often the cannot be, and there are others problem is time is wasted on 4. Made A Way Travis Greene claiming to live a Holy or sinless little things or trivial matters. 5. The Anthem Todd Dulaney life who are far from doing so. We must rearrange our activities My friends, we cannot com- so that we are involved in things 6. You’re Bigger Jekalyn Carr mit sin and be in Christ at the for Christ. 7. Spirit Break Out William McDowell Featuring Trinity Anderson same time. We find in the New Anyone who doesn’t follow Testament, 1 John 5:18, these Jesus is doing himself or herself 8. Better Hezekiah Walker words, “We know that whoso- a great injustice and living far 9. I’m Yours Casey J ever is born of God sinneth not; below his or her privilege in life. but he that is begotten of God Rev. Simeon R. Green III is 10. Live Marvin Sapp keepeth himself, and that wick- pastor of Joynes Road Church ed one toucheth him not.” of God, 31 Joynes Road, Hamp- To listen to snippets of these songs, please visit billboard.com/charts/gospel-song In James 4:14, we read these ton VA 23669. He is married to words, “Whereas ye know not Velma L. Green. He is a member what shall be on the morrow. of the National Association of For what is your life? It is even a Evangelism Church of God, An- Moving the Masses Toward the Mission of the Master vapour that appeareth for a little derson, Ind. He serves as chair- time, and then vanisheth away.” man of the Southeastern Associ- The Bible reminds us a day is ation of The Church of God, Inc.

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By Julianne Malveaux are three times as likely as that many dare not criti- give children books to take NNPA News Wire Columnist white students to get ex- cize. Who are the teachers home, warriors who will kids is wrong move The dic- pelled. Black girls are the who are inefficient? What fight to expand the -offer By Alma Gill tionary de- most likely to experience can we do about them? Do ings of our nation’s public I get the impression you’re a man of NNPA News Wire Columnist fines war- expulsions. African-Ameri- programs like Teach for schools? few words, and since I totally disagree riors as “a can students are also three America, “highly regarded” Schools are letting out for Dear Alma, with you, I won’t keep you long. person who times as likely to be held programs that send inexpe- the summer in the coming My wife and I di- Asking for a DNA test from your fights in back as other students. rienced teachers to class- weeks, which means that vorced after 38 years children will only devastate and alien- battle and is African-American stu- rooms serve or disserve millions of young people of marriage. I still don’t ate them and you don’t want to do that. known for having courage dents have less access to young people? It’s going to who are not engaged in understand why, I want You’re hurt and the thought of finding and skill.” In Roots, rei- advanced courses, like Ad- take skill, too, to call people summer educational activi- to work it out, but she love again seems impossible. Under- magined Kizzy Kinte tells vanced Placement and In- out in a way that motivates ties will actually lose learn- does not. standingly so, you were not planning her dad “Reading is my way ternational Baccalaureate. them toward reform, not re- ing by the time they return I had intended on spending the rest to live out your latter years alone. of being a warrior, my way Too often their schools sim- sistance. to school in the fall. of my life with her and now that won’t Here’s my point, as long as you have of feeling free inside.” ply don’t offer the courses One of the statistics that Are there literacy war- happen. We had our up and downs, but life, you have another chance at love. Teaching enslaved people that may make a differ- bothered me most about riors who will stand in the overall I thought we had a solid com- The mind can be tricky during the to read and write was illegal ence in college admissions. the condition of education gap and ensure that every mitment and happy marriage. I was healing process of heartbreak. Hav- in most Southern states, so While one in five white stu- is the fact that young black child has some meaningful happy. She said that she was not and ing endured more than a few myself, reading was an act of resis- dents takes calculus in high people start out behind educational program dur- that I never listened to her. I remember every negative thought tance, an act of rebellion, a school, just one in fifteen when they get to kindergar- ing the summer? Or will She also gave many other reasons or action becomes totally consuming, warrior act that could get African-American students ten. Home literacy is an is- we stand by and watch the that I don’t think are true or care to taking you to a place where you can’t you sold, or worse. Reading take calculus. And, African- sue. Ninety-one percent of achievement gap stay the discuss. clearly decipher rational from irratio- material described as “sub- American students are three white children who are not same or even grow wider? Sometimes I feel like my life is over. nal. versive,” such as David times as likely to be taught enrolled in preschool are We need literacy war- I have listened to all her lies and lately I’m sorry you weren’t able to work Walker’s “Appeal,” could by first year teachers as read to at least three times riors. These should not only I’ve been thinking about my children things out with your wife, but I assure get you killed. whites are. a week by family members, be teachers in classrooms and how I don’t think they look like you, your life will get better. While enslaved people There are all kinds of rea- compared to 78 percent and parents at home, but me and I wonder if I am their father. Check out some old family pictures, deeply desired knowledge, sons for these educational of African-American stu- preachers, politicians, and When they were young and we were you’re surely to be surprised and I hope and risked their lives to disparities, some of which dents. all others concerned with married I didn’t think much about it. tickled by the moments of reminisc- learn to read, an ugly say- are a function of income, Some say this gap in the achievement gap. We But now they are all adults and listen- ing. Your kids look like you when you ing emerged about African residential location, wealth, home literacy is among the need folks who will fight for ing to their mother and all of her lies, it were younger, it’s you who changed. Americans and literacy. “If and parents’ education (and factors in producing the literacy with persistence, makes me wonder. Age crept up on you and made a few you want to hide something all of these are correlated). word gap, which some say and courage, and skill. I want them to have a DNA test and adjustments. from black people, put it in There are multiple organi- may be as large as 30 mil- We need warriors as I want my wife to pay for it. I do not Please, adhere to my advice, drop the a book.” I think the saying zations that advocate for lion words (some research- fierce as Kunta and Kizzy want to discuss this with anybody in notion or need for a DNA test. Don’t has less to do with black more educational equity and ers dispute this compilation Kinte, as committed as my family. Can you tell me where to demean the love of your children as a folk and reading, and more for closing the achievement and its meaning). Mary McLeod Bethune, as get a DNA test of your children? pawn to get back at your wife. When- to do with white people’s gap. Billions of resources There is also a racial gap passionate as the teachers, Signed, ever there’s an opportunity for you to wishful thinking. Still, the have gone into addressing in the availability of books black and white, who were I Want A DNA Test continue to be the best father possible, achievement gap suggests the challenges that come in homes, and African- paid little or nothing to go you should take it. Invest in yourself, that we need more African- with closing the achieve- American youngsters may south to teach the newly Dear DNA Test, get back out there, go to church, vol- American people to become ment gap, but educational have less access to libraries. emancipated. Where are the Oh no I won’t, but what I will do is unteer, join a gym. literacy warriors. inequality is persistent. We Where are the literacy literacy warriors? try to stop you before you commence I know it may seem difficult as the The education system is need educational warriors, warriors who would read to Julianne Malveaux is an to making a mockery of your marriage days go by, but wake up appreciating replete with racial dispar- people who are committed the children who are experi- author and economist. Her and children with such foolery. Don’t life every day. This experience is the ity and unfairness. African to fighting the educational encing gaps? Where are the latest book “Are We Bet- you dare consider asking your adult end of marriage, not your life. Meet Americans, 18 percent of inequality with courage and ones who will ensure that ter Off? Race, Obama and children for a DNA test. death by surprise, don’t allow it to be- the pre-kindergarten popu- skill. libraries in some communi- Public Policy.” Is available You’ve raised them and they believe come a destination. The rest of your lation, garner 48 percent It is going to take courage ties are adequately stocked? via juliannemalveaux.com you to be their father, so then, that’s life can be the best of your life. It all of the suspensions, and to call out the sacred cows Are there warriors who will or Amazon.com. it – you are. Your statue of limitations depends on you. to confirm that has passed. Look on the Follow Alma on Facebook at “Ask bright side, like my mama use to say, Alma” and Twitter @almaaskalma. “you feed ‘em they’ll favor you.” So Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@ Signs of crumbling American put your glasses back on. gmail.com. infrastructure clear and present The many delusions

By Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. and the planes, missiles and mers argue that the program about). But it will require a Founder and President of submarines that deliver them. would literally pay for itself. wave election – a sweeping of Donald Trump Rainbow PUSH Coalition These are weapons that can And it would respond to the rebuke to the obstructionist America is never be used. We have spent pleas of the bastion of eco- Republican Congress – for By Bill Fletcher Jr. U.S. were applauding the terrorist at- literally fall- over $2 trillion on the wars in nomic conservatism – the In- anything to happen. NNPA News Wire Columnist tacks. No evidence – and I repeat NO ing apart. In Afghanistan and Iraq to date, ternational Monetary Fund – This is how great nations What do you say EVIDENCE – has ever been found Flint, Mich., with the final costs estimated that is pleading with the U.S. decline. Investments that are about someone who to back up his claim. Yet, Trump and children were at $4 to $6 trillion. The war and other advanced countries essential to any modern civi- apparently sees things many of his supporters continue to poisoned by in Afghanistan – an impov- to expand public investment lized nation – from schools that do not exist? I argue that they saw it. How is that the lead con- erished country where we to forestall a return to reces- and bridges to electric grids have been asking my- possible? tamination of the water. In have no strategic interest – is sion. and clean water systems – are self that question while The third example, and I simply Washington, D.C., the sub- already the longest in our his- The American Society of neglected. Money is squan- I have watched Donald have to bring this up. Trump seized way system is plagued by tory and continuing. Civil Engineers estimates dered on foreign adventures Trump’s presidential campaign un- onto the so-called birther allegations fires and delays. Arlington We have the money. U.S. that the U.S. will suffer a or lost to the tax evasions of fold. And, as taunts, name-calling against President Barack Obama, Memorial Bridge – which corporations stash trillions stunning $4 trillion in lost corporations and the rich. Pri- and the lack of substance continue to suggesting that he is not a true citi- connects the North to the abroad to avoid paying taxes. GDP by 2025 from the costs vate speculators profit from define the tone of Trump’s campaign, zen of the U.S. and, therefore, has South, the Capitol to Arling- If they paid what they owe of decaying tunnels, rail- privatizing public services. I have wondered whether we need been ineligible to be president of the ton National Cemetery – may – now estimated to be $700 ways, waterways and other We build the most modern to think about Trump in a different United States. Again, in addition to have to be closed soon. Ken- billion – it would provide a basic infrastructure. It will and powerful military in way.\ racism, what do you call someone nedy’s eternal flame may down payment on rebuilding cost us more to decay than it the world but are ever more Let’s review three items. who, despite all legitimate evidence, burn forever, but the bridge is America. The federal tax on would to rebuild. crippled by decaying services First, Trump has argued for a wall continues to assert something which on its last legs. gasoline – dedicated to pay- But Washington is frozen. that we depend on every day. between the United States and Mexi- is so obviously false? The American Society of ing for infrastructure – has The Republican Congress Politics as usual won’t co to prevent Mexican migrants, who This all reminded me of the “Flat Civil Engineers released a not been raised since 1993, rejects President Obama’s change this. It will change he contends are the major source of Earth Society.” I have no idea wheth- report recently once more even though gas prices have modest plans for infrastruc- only if people rise up and hold crime in the U.S., from entering this er they still exist, but during the warning the country of a mas- plummeted. ture investment, though they their politicians accountable. country. Interesting. In reality, the 1960s this group, which believed that sive investment deficit – an Interest rates on U.S. are supported by a massive How many bridges must col- migration flow in recent years has re- the Earth was flat, sent a congratula- estimated $1.4 trillion short- bonds are now so low that coalition that includes the lapse or children must be versed between the U.S. and Mexico, tory note to an orbiting U.S. space fall over the next 10 years the Treasury could issue Re- conservative Chamber of poisoned or businesses must i.e., people are returning to Mexico. vehicle saying to them that while the – coming on top of years of build America bonds and put Commerce as well as the be shuttered before that hap- If Mexicans are the major source of Earth might look round, it was actu- underfunding and neglect. people to work to rebuild the AFL-CIO. All three presi- pens? crime, what does Trump have to say ally an optical illusion. Hmm… This isn’t a matter of country – and the growth dential candidates call for Reverend Jesse L. Jackson about Russian immigrants and the So, the next time that you hear money. The Obama admin- and increased productivity expanding investment in in- Sr., founder and president of Russian mafia? What about previous someone say that they support Trump istration has announced it that results would generate frastructure (although only the Rainbow PUSH Coali- generations of criminal organizations because he calls it as it is, ask them plans to spend more than $1 revenues to repay the bonds. Bernie Sanders comes close tion, is one of America’s fore- that have been associated with immi- about Mexican immigration to the trillion to build a new gen- Even establishment econo- to meeting the shortfall that most civil rights, religious grant communities, such as the Cosa U.S., Muslims celebrating 9-11, eration of nuclear weapons mists like Lawrence Sum- the civil engineers warn and political figures. Nostra (Sicilian and Italian), as well and his false citizenship allegations as Irish and Jewish mobs? Why not against President Obama and watch expel all of them? Well, the Donald their response. If they tell you that GET YOUR CURRENT NEWS AND WATCH AP VIDEOS ONLINE AT: is silent on this. Besides racist, what it doesn’t matter, all that I can only does one call such a mischaracteriza- suggest one thing … run. tion of reality? Bill Fletcher Jr. is a talk show host, The second example: Trump as- writer and activist. Follow him on www.mississippilink.com serted – and repeated – that on Sept. Twitter, Facebook and at www.bill- 11, 2001, masses of Muslims in the fletcherjr.com.

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Advertisement for Bids NOTICE OF APPEAL FOR A VARIANCE NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Jackson Bid 3044 - Food Service Frozen Food, Meat Products ZONING CASE NO. 3933 Jackson, Mississippi Crackers and Chips By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance by the ORDINANCE GRANTING JENNIFER WELCH DBA TANDEM INVESTMENTS, LLC Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bid will be received City Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at page 115 A REZONING FROM R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY) RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT & C-3 (GEN- by the Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the thereof, notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in any way affected ERAL) COMmERCIAL DISTRICT TO NMU-1 — (NEIGHBORHOOD) MIXED-USE Business Office, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until thereby, that Singh Petro, LLC has filed with the Planning Board for the City of DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1032 SPENGLER AVE. (PARCEL #1025- 10:00 A.M. (Local Prevailing Time) June 23, 2016, at which time and Jackson, an application requesting a fourteen (14) feet Variance from the east/ 43 & PARCEL 1025-48), CASE NO. 3934. place they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The Board of Trustees rear building setback where a fifteen feet setback for rear yards is required and reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities, and a five (5) feet Variance from the side yard variance where a twenty–five (25) feet WHEREAS, Jennifer Welch DBA Tandem Investments, LLC has filed a petition to to withhold the acceptance of any bid if approved for forty-five calendar set back is required for properties that adjoin residentially zoned properties within rezone property located at 1032 Spengler Ave., Parcel #102543 & Parcel 1025-48, days from the date bids are opened. Proposal forms and detailed speci- a C-2 (Limited) Commercial District on property located at 1302 North State St., in in the City of Jackson, First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, from R-1 fications may be obtained free of charge by emailing acrossley@jackson. the First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly (Single-Family) Residential District & C-3 (General) Commercial District to NMU-1 k12.ms.us, calling (601) 960-8799, or documents may be picked up at described as: (Neighborhood) Mixed-Use District and the above address. THE EAST 101 FEET OF THE PROPERTY ACQUIRED BY DAVID L. JONES WHEREAS, the Jackson City Planning Board, after holding the required public hear- 6/9/2016, 6/16/2016 THROUGH THE WARRANTY DEED FROM P. ZEB JONES, ADMINISTRA- ing, has recommended approval to rezone the property from R-1 (Single-Family) Resi- TOR, RECORDED IN BOOK 1908 AT PAGE 531, OF THE RECORDS OF THE dential District & C-3 (General) Commercial District to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) Mixed- CHANCERY CLERK OF HINDS COUNTY AT JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI, AND Use District; and WHEREAS, notice was duly and legally given to property owners and CLASSIFIED THROUGH WARRANTY DEED FROM SYLVIA ROBERTS PEARSON, CON- interested citizens that a meeting of the Council would be held at the City Hall at 2:30 SERVATOR, RECORDED IN BOOK 1892 AT PAGE 514 OF THE AFORESAID p.m., Monday, May 16, 2016 to consider said change, based upon the record of the WANTED: Attendants for shoe shine concession located @ the Jackson RECORDS, SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST COR- case as developed before the City Planning Board; and Municipal Airport. No experience needed. Full time and part time. Must be NER OF THE INSTERSECTION OF NORTH STATE STREET AND POPLAR a people person and a reliable person. All are welcome to apply, except BOULEVARD FRONTING 133 FEET,MORE OR LESS, ON NORTH STATE WHEREAS, it appeared to the satisfaction of the City Council that notice of said peti- those with criminal backgrounds. Email [email protected] or call 919 STREET AND 101FEET ON POPLAR BOULEVARD, AND ALSO BEING ONE tion had been published in the Mississippi Link on April 7, 2016 and April 21, 2016 796 2587 AND THE SAME PROPERTY WHICH IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED that a hearing would be held by the Jackson City Planning Board on April 27, 2016, 6/9 6/16 6/23 6/30 7/4 7/14 7/21 7/28 AS FOLLOWS,TO-WIT: all as provided for by ordinances of the City of Jackson and the laws of the State of Mississippi, and that the Jackson City Planning Board had recommended approval THE WEST 101FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACTS OF LAND: of the petitioned rezoning of the above described property to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) Mixed-Use District; and WHEREAS, the Council after having considered the matter, is ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS TRACT 1: of the opinion that such changes would be in keeping with sound land use practice and THE SOUTH TWO-THIRDS OF LOT 7, SQUARE “D”, OF THE NORTH PARK to the best interest of the City and that there has been a substantial change in the land ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS AND NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS ADDITION, A SUBDIVISION IN AND TO THE CITY OF JACKSON, MISSIS- use character of the surrounding area that justifies rezoning the property and there is SIPPI, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF WHICH IS ON FILE a public need for additional property in that area zoned in accordance with the request Sealed bids will be received by the City Clerk of Jackson, MS, at 219 South AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CHANCERY CLERK OF HINDS in said application since any previous City Council action. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT President Street, Jackson, MS 39201 or at Post Office Box 17, Jackson, MS COUNTY AT JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI, IN SURVEYORS RECORD BOOK A AT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: 39205 until 3:30 PM, local time, Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at which time bids PAGE 309, REFERENCE TO WHICH IS HEREBY MADE IN AID OF AND AS will be publicly opened and read aloud for: A PART HEREOF. THIS BEING THE SAME PROPERTY ACQUIRED BY J.L. Section L That the property located in the City of Jackson, First Judicial District of Hinds ROBERTS BY INSTRUMENTS RECORDED IN BOOK 160 AT PAGE 44, AND County, Mississippi, more particular described as follows: Community Center Repairs, Jackson Zoo IN BOOK 252 AT PAGE 555, OF THE RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY. Tract I A parcel of land located in the Southeast corner of Lot 19,Spengler Subdivision, Proposals shall be submitted on forms furnished and sealed and deposited TRACT II: Section 2,Township 5 North, Range 1 East, Hinds County., Mississippi, being further with City Clerk prior to the hour and date above designated. A copy of the BEGINNING EAST SIDE OF NORTH STATE STREET 66 2/3 FEET NORTH described as follows: Point of beginning being an iron pin marking the Southeast cor- construction documents (plans and/or specifications) for the construction OF POPLAR BOULEVARD; NORTH 66 2/3 FEET; EAST 126 FEET; SOUTH 66 ner of said Lot 19, run thence Northerly along East side of said Lot 19 a distance of 70 being sought has been filed with the City Clerk of Jackson, MS. 2/3 FEET; WEST 118 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING IN LOTS 6 AND feet, run thence Westerly and parallel to South property line of said Lot 19 a distance 7, BLOCK “D” NORTH PARK ADDITION, IN THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT of 41 feet, run thence Southerly 70 feet to a point on the South property line of said Lot Contract documents are being made available through online electron- OF HINDS COUNTY, JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 19 a distance of 43 feet to point of beginning. Also, one-half of a 15 foot alley along the ic file downloads. For a copy of the contract documents contact THE A PAGE 309. East side of said Lot 19 and North of Madison Street being further described as fol- JONES GROUP, 407 Briarwood Drive, Suite 203, Jackson, MS 39206, P: lows: Beginning at an iron pin marking the Southeast corner of said Lot 19, run thence 601.957.8300. There is a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $30.00 BEING THE SAME PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN WARRANTY DEED RECORD- Northerly along East side of said Lot 19 a distance of 14 feet, to point of beginning, for an electronic copy. Questions regarding plan clarifications or requests ED IN DEED BOOK 4940, AT PAGE 726, OF THE LAND RECORDS OF THE run thence Northeast along the North line of Madison Street a distance of 11.9 feet for information should be directed to the architect as follows: FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF HINDS COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI. to a point in center of alley, run thence Northerly parallel to East side of said Lot 19 and along center line of alley a distance of 46.8 feet to a point. Run thence Westerly Canizaro Cawthon Davis Said application was heard by the City Planning Board on Wednesday, April 27, and parallel to South side of said Lot 19 a distance of 7.5 feet to a point, run thence 129 South President St 2016 with a recommendation to deny the 14 ft. variance and a recommendation Southerly along East side of said Lot 19, a distance of 56.0 feet to point of beginning. Jackson, MS 39201 to approve the 5 ft. variance. An appeal of the recommendation of the Planning Alley was closed by City of Jackson, January 24, 1967, and recorded in Minute Book 601.948.7337 – P Board was filed. The Case will be heard at the City Council’s Zoning Meeting in IT, Page 502. the Council Chambers, First Floor, City Hall, 219 S. President Street in Jackson, The City of Jackson hereby notifies all bidders that in compliance with Title Mississippi, at 2:30 p.m., on Monday, June 20, 2016. All above property located inside City of Jackson, Section 2, Township 5 North, Range VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 1 East, Hinds County, Mississippi. that all bidders will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to WITNESS my signature this 26th day of May 2016. this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, Tract U Lots 22, 23, and 24 in Spengler Subdivision of five acre Lots 13 and 14 ac- color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. /s/Ester L. Ainsworth cording to plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Hinds Zoning Administrator County in Nat Book lat page 33, LESS AND EXCEPT that portion of Lot 24 taken by The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in City of Jackson, Mississippi the City of Jackson (1939) for street purposes and being more particularly described public contracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and as that part lying Southeasterly of and adjacent to a line that extends Northeasterly equal business opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. As 6/2/2016, 6/16/2016 from a point on the Westerly property line of said Lot 24,10 feet, more or less, Northerly a pre-condition to selection, each contractor, bidder or offeror shall submit from the Southwest coiner thereof to the Northeast corner thereof. Situated in the West a completed and signed Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan Applica- Half of Section 2, Township 5 North, Range ‘East of the Choctaw Meridian in Jackson, tion, with the bid submission, in accordance with the provisions of the City LEGAL Hinds County, Mississippi. is hereby modified so as to approve the rezoning of the of Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Executive Order. Failure to property on 1032 Spengler Ave. (Parcel #102543) & Parcel 102548 from R-1 & C-3 to comply with the City’s Executive Order shall disqualify a contractor, bidder NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A REZONING NMU-1, however that before a permit is issued for any structure to be erected or use or offeror from being awarded an eligible contract. For more information on thereof on the said property, the applicant must meet the requirements established the City of Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity Program, please contact ZONING CASE NO. 3944 through the Site Plan Review process. The Zoning Administrator is ordered to note of the Division of Equal Business Opportunity at 601-960-1856. Copies of such change on the Official Zoning Map to the City of Jackson, Mississippi. the Executive Order, EBO Plan Applications and a copy of the Program, By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance by the as attached, are available at 200 South President Street, Second Floor, City Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at page 115 SECTION 2. That the cost of publication of this Ordinance shall be borne by the pe- Jackson, Mississippi. thereof, notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in any way affected titioner. thereby, that Anthony Ratliff has filed with the Planning Board for the City of Jack- The City of Jackson, Mississippi (“City of Jackson”) is committed to cultivat- son, an application requesting a Rezoning from C80-C3 (General) Commercial SECTION 3. That this Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days after its passage ing and ensuring the quality of life of its citizens, through various programs, District to C-3 (General) Commercial District with a Use Permit, to operate a Used and after publication of same by the petitioner. employment, initiatives, and assistance. The City encourages all persons, Car Dealership on property located at 1619 University Blvd., in the First Judicial corporations, and/or entities doing business within the City, as well as those District of Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly described as: President Priester recognized Jennifer Welch, Applicant, who spoke in favor to ap- who seek to contract with the City on various projects and or conduct busi- prove a Rezoning from R-1 (Single-Family) Residential District to C-3 (General) Com- ness in the City, to assist the City in achieving its goal by strongly consider- LOT 11 LESS 10 FT OF EAST SIDE & LOT 22 MISSISSIPPI ADDITION mercial District to NMU —1 (Neighborhood) Mixed-Use District. ing City residents for employment opportunities. Said application will be heard at the City Planning Board Hearing in the Andrew There was no opposition from the public. Bid preparation will be in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders bound Jackson Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood Building, 200 S. Presi- President Priester moved adoption; Council Member Tillman seconded. in the project manual. The City of Jackson reserves the right to reject any dent Street in Jackson, Mississippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, and all bids and to waive any and all irregularities in respect to any bid at which time all parties interested in or affected thereby will be heard both pro and Yeas- Foote, Hendrix, Priester, Stamps and Tillman. submitted or to accept any proposal which is deemed most favorable to the con on said question, after which a record will be established upon which the City Nays- None. City of Jackson. Planning Board can make its recommendation to the City Council of Jackson. Any Absent- Barrett-Simon and Stokes. objection thereto may be made by any person owning property within the area, A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD – NON-MANDATORY and if made in writing must be filed with the City Zoning Administrator before said ATTEST: time if a hearing thereof or consideration thereof is desired, or by counsel on said Kristi Moore City Clerk I, Kristi Moore, the duly appointed, qualified City Clerk and All Contractors who intend to submit “BIDS” are encouraged to attend a date. If a request is made to the Zoning Administrator at least 72 hours in advance, lawful custodian of records of the City Council of Jackson, Mississippi and seal of said pre-bid conference to be held at Community Center at the Jackson Zoo, the City will take steps to accommodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary City, certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy Man Ordinance passed by the Livingston Park Dr, Jackson, MS on June 29, 2016, at 10:00 AM. aids for the visually/hearing impaired. City Council at its regular zoning meeting on the 16th day of May, 2016, and recorded in Minute Book “6J”, pages 160-161. Terry Williamson Kishia L. Powell, Director WITNESS my signature this 25th day of May 2016. Attorney Department of Public Works WITNESS my signature and official seal of office, this 1st day of June, 2016. /s/Ester L. Ainsworth (SEAL) Gus McCoy Zoning Administrator Chief Administrative Officer City of Jackson, Mississippi Kristi Moore, City Clerk

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By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance by the City By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance by the Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at page 115 thereof, by the City Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G City Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at page 115 notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in any way affected thereby, that at page 115 thereof, notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in thereof, notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in any way affected Jennifer Green has filed with the Planning Board for the City of Jackson, an applica- any way affected thereby, that Deborah H. Gant has filed with the Planning thereby, that Sudhir Brahmbhatt has filed with the Planning Board for the City of tion requesting a Use Permit to operate a personal care home in a R-1 (Single-family) Board for the City of Jackson, an application requesting a Rezoning from Jackson, an application requesting a Use Permit to allow for a liquor store within Residential District housing between seven (7) to twelve (12) residents, excluding C-3 (General) Commercial District to SUD Special Use District to have a a C-3 (General) Commercial District on property located at 2088 Lakeland Dr., in staff on property located at 2307 McFadden Rd., in the First Judicial District of Hinds low power FM radio station on property located at 824 Medical Plaza, in the First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly County, Mississippi, and being more particularly described as: the First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more par- described as: ticularly described as: A certain parcel of land lying and being situated in the Northeast Quarter of the South- Begin at the southwest corner of lot 14, Lakeland Circle Subdivision, a subdivi- west Quarter and the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter and the North- Starting at the Northwest Corner of Lot 4, Oakwood Terrace Subdivision, a sion located in the North one-half (N1/2) of Lot 5, Section 30, Township 6 North, west Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section I8, Township 5 North, Range 1 East, plat of which is on record in the office of the Chancery Clerk, First Judicial Range 2 East, City of Jackson, Hinds County, Mississippi, according to a map Jackson, Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly described by metes District, Hinds County Jackson, Mississippi; thence East along the North or plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Hinds and bounds, to-wit: boundary of Lots 4 and 5, Oakwood Terrace Subdivision, and the South County at Jackson, Mississippi, in Plat Book 29 at Page 9,reference to which is boundary of Raymond Road (Mississippi State Highway 18) a distance of hereby made in aid of and as part of this description, said point being the point Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 25 of Garden Park Terrace, Part 8 a 170.4 feet to the East boundary of Medical Plaza; thence South and par- of intersection of the North right-of-way line of Mississippi Highway 25 (Lakeland subdivision the map or plat of which is recorded in the office of the Chancery Clerk allel to the West lot line of Lot 4 aforesaid and along the East boundary Drive) and the East right-of-way line of Lakeland Circle; run thence South 72 de- of Hinds County at Jackson, Mississippi in Plat Book 25 at Page 46 and run North of Medical Plaza, according to Baxter F. Wade Engineers’ Plat of South grees 24 minutes East and along said North right-of-way line of Mississippi High- 00 degrees 01 minute 26 seconds East for a distance of 202.45 feet along the West Central Commercial Park, dated August 10,1960, recorded in Book 1232, way 25 (Lakeland Drive) for a distance of 175.00 feet to a point which is 12.29 line of said Garden Park Terrace, Part 8; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 59 Page 502, in the office of the Chancery Clerk, First Judicial District, Hinds feet North 72 degrees 24 minutes West of the Southeast corner of said Lot 14;run seconds East 136.84 feet to an iron pin marking the Point of Beginning of the property County, Jackson, Mississippi, a distance of 176 feet to the Point of Begin- thence North 17 degrees 36 minutes East for a distance of 89.90 feet to a point herein described; thence North 05 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds East along the ning; thence East and parallel with the North boundary of Lots 5 and 6, on the North line of said Lot 14 and the South line of Lot 13 of said Lakeland Circle southerly line of Parcel B as described in Deed Book 4282 at Page 187 a distance of Oakwood Terrace Subdivision and parallel to the South boundary of Ray- Subdivision, continue thence North 17 degrees 36 minutes East for a distance of 290.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 49 seconds East along the south- mond Road (Mississippi State Highway 18) a distance of 117.5 feet to the 79.43 feet to a point on the North line of said Lot 13 and the Southeast right-of-way erly line of said parcel B 435.00 feet to an iron pin in the west line of McFadden Road West boundary of a 15 foot service drive; thence South and parallel to line of said Lakeland Circle; run thence as follows along said North (and West) line (Shady Lane); thence South 03 degrees 23 minutes 35 seconds East Along the said the West line of Lot 4, Oakwood Terrace Subdivision, and along the West of Lot 13 and the South (and East) right-of-way line of Lakeland Circle; run thence West line 119.60 feet; thence South 13 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East and con- boundary of the service drive a distance of 50 feet; thence West and paral- North 88 degrees 47 minutes West for a distance of 28.52 feet to the point of cur- tinue along said West Line 342.70 feet; thence leaving said West Line of McFadden lel to the North line of Lots 5 and 6 and parallel to the South boundary of vature of a curve to the left having a central angle of 29 degrees 57 minutes and a Road run south 78 degrees 33 minutes 25 seconds West along the South line of that Raymond Road (Mississippi State Highway 18) a distance of 117.5 feet to radius of 95.00 feet; run thence Southwesterly and along said curve to the left for property described in Deed Book 2230 at page 573 a distance of 262.22 feet; thence the East boundary of Medical Plaza; thence North along the East boundary an arc distance of 49.66 feet (chord bearing and distance, South 76 degrees 14 South 83 degrees 35 minutes 50 seconds West along the North line of that property of Medical Plaza and parallel to the West lot line of Lot 4 a distance of 50 Minutes West 49.10 feet) to the point of tangency of said curve; run thence South described in Deed Book 2278 at page 676 a distance of 270.70 feet; thence north 04 feet to the Point of Beginning. 61degrees 15 minutes West for a distance of 63.33 feet to the Southwest corner degrees 35 minutes 45 seconds West along the East Line of Parcel A as described of said Lot 13 and the Northwest corner of said Lot 14; leaving the North (and in aforesaid Deed Book 4282 at Page 187 a distance of 245.20 feet to the point of Said application will be heard at the City Planning Board Hearing in the An- East) line of said lot 13 run thence as follows along the West line of said Lot 14 and beginning and containing 5.6 acres, more or less. drew Jackson Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood Building, 200 the East right-of-way line of Lakeland Circle; continue thence South 61degrees 15 S. President Street in Jackson, Mississippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, minutes West for a distance of 79.83 feet to the point of curvature of a curve the Said application will be heard at the City Planning Board Hearing in the Andrew Jack- June 22, 2016, at which time all parties interested in or affected thereby will left having a central angle of 43 degrees 39 minutes and a radius of 25.00 feet; son Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood Building, 200 S. President Street be heard both pro and con on said question, after which a record will be es- run thence Southerly and along said curve to the left for an arc distance of 19.05 in Jackson, Mississippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at which time tablished upon which the City Planning Board can make its recommenda- feet (chord bearing and distance, South 39 degrees 25 minutes West. 18.60 feet) all parties interested in or affected thereby will be heard both pro and con on said tion to the City Council of Jackson. Any objection thereto may be made by to the point of tangency of said curve; run thence South 17 degrees 36 minutes question, after which a record will be established upon which the City Planning Board any person owning property within the area, and if made in writing must be West for a distance of 14.88 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. can make its recommendation to the City Council of Jackson. Any objection thereto filed with the City Zoning Administrator before said time if a hearing thereof may be made by any person owning property within the area, and if made in writing or consideration thereof is desired, or by counsel on said date. If a request The above described parcel of property is part of the Lots 13 and 14, Lakeland must be filed with the City Zoning Administrator before said time if a hearing thereof is made to the Zoning Administrator at least 72 hours in advance, the City Circle Subdivision, and is located in the North one-half (N1/2) of Lot 5, Section 30, or consideration thereof is desired, or by counsel on said date. If a request is made will take steps to accommodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary Township 8 North, Range 2 East, City of Jackson, Hinds County, Mississippi, and to the Zoning Administrator at least 72 hours in advance, the City will take steps to aids for the visually/hearing impaired. containing 19,3331 square feet, more or less. accommodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary aids for the visually/hearing impaired. WITNESS my signature this 25th day of May 2016. Said application will be heard at the City Planning Board Hearing in the Andrew Jackson Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood Building, 200 S. Presi- WITNESS my signature this 25th day of May 2016. /s/Ester L. Ainsworth dent Street in Jackson, Mississippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, Zoning Administrator at which time all parties interested in or affected thereby will be heard both pro and /s/Ester L. Ainsworth City of Jackson, Mississippi con on said question, after which a record will be established upon which the City Zoning Administrator Planning Board can make its recommendation to the City Council of Jackson. Any City of Jackson, Mississippi 6/2/2016, 6/16/2016 objection thereto may be made by any person owning property within the area, and if made in writing must be filed with the City Zoning Administrator before said time if a hearing thereof or consideration thereof is desired, or by counsel on said 6/2/2016, 6/16/2016 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS date. If a request is made to the Zoning Administrator at least 72 hours in advance, the City will take steps to accommodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary NOTICE TO BIDDERS aids for the visually/hearing impaired. LEGAL City of Jackson Jackson, Mississippi WITNESS my signature this 25th day of May 2016. PUBLIC NOTICE Sealed, signed bids are invited and will be received by the City of Jackson, Missis- /s/Ester L. Ainsworth sippi, until 3:30 P.M. in the City Clerk’s Office of Jackson, the bid must be stamped The City of Jackson, MS hereby gives notice that its annual audited Zoning Administrator in by 3:30 P.M. Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at which time said bids will be publicly financial report for year ended September 30, 2015 has been completed. City of Jackson, Mississippi opened at the City Hall located at 219 South President Street (City Council Cham- Copies are available to the public at: bers) in City Hall for the following: City of Jackson, MS 6/2/2016, 6/16/2016 Warren Hood Building 55034-071216 – Twenty-four-Month Supply of Performed Thermoplastic 200 South President Street Pavement Markings Suite 625 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Jackson, MS 39205 BIDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT HYPERLINK “http://WWW.JACKSONMS.GOV” ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS AND NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS WWW.JACKSONMS.GOV. 6/16/2016 Sealed bids will be received by the City Clerk of Jackson, MS, at 219 South President The above must comply with the City’s specifications. Copies of proposal forms Street, Jackson, MS 39201 or at Post Office Box 17, Jackson, MS 39205 until 3:30 can be obtained from the Purchasing Division, 200 South President Street, Room PM, local time, Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at which time bids will be publicly opened and 604, Hood Building, Jackson, Mississippi 39201. Copies of bid specifications are read aloud for: filed with the City Clerk for public record in accordance with House Bill No 999, 1986 Regular Session of the Mississippi Legislature. Internal Affairs Division Building Roof Replacement & Water Damage Repair

The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in Public Proposals shall be submitted on forms furnished and sealed and deposited with City Purchasing. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and equal busi- Clerk prior to the hour and date above designated. A copy of the construction docu- ness opportunities for all persons doing business with the City. As a pre-condition ments (plans and/or specifications) for the construction being sought has been filed to selection, each contractor, bidder or offer shall submit a completed and signed with the City Clerk of Jackson, MS. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan Application, with each bid submission, in accordance with the provisions set forth by authority of the City of Jackson’s Contract documents are being made available through online electronic file down- EBO Ordinance. Failure to comply with the City’s EBO Ordinance shall disqualify loads. For a copy of the contract documents contact THE JONES GROUP, 407 a contractor, bidder or offer, from being awarded an eligible contract. For more Briarwood Drive, Suite 203, Jackson, MS 39206, P: 601.957.8300. There is a non- information on the City’s EBO Program, please contact the Office of Economic refundable deposit in the amount of $30.00 for an electronic copy. Questions regard- Development at (601)960-1638. Copies of the EBO Ordinance, EBO Plan Ap- ing plan clarifications or requests for information should be directed to the architect plication and a copy of the EBO Program are available with the Office of Economic as follows: Development at 218 South President Street, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. M3A Architecture PLLC/William L McElroy AIA, NCARB 601.981.1227 – P The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The City also reserves the 601.983.4444 – F right to waive any and all informalities in respect to any bid submitted. Bid awards Attn: Janiel Collaqi (Yanni Tsolakis) – Project Manager will be made to the lowest and best bidder quoting the lowest net price in accor- dance with specifications. The award could be according to the lowest cost per The City of Jackson hereby notifies all bidders that in compliance with Title VI of the item; or to the lowest total cost for all items; or to accept all or part of any proposal. Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 that all bidders Delivery time may be considered when evaluating the bid proposal. In those will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will cases where it is known prior to advertising that the City’s intention is to award not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in according to the lowest total cost for all items, or in some variation thereof, state- consideration for an award. ments to this affect will be included on the proposal form. Absence of such state- ment means the City will make that determination during the bid review. The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in public con- tracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and equal business Hellene Greer, CPPB, NPCA, Manager opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. As a pre-condition to selec- Purchasing Division tion, each contractor, bidder or offeror shall submit a completed and signed Equal (601)960-1025 or 1533 Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan Application, with the bid submission, in accor- dance with the provisions of the City of Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) 6/16/2016, 6/23/2016 Executive Order. Failure to comply with the City’s Executive Order shall disqualify a contractor, bidder or offeror from being awarded an eligible contract. For more information on the City of Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity Program, please contact of the Division of Equal Business Opportunity at 601-960-1856. Copies of the Executive Order, EBO Plan Applications and a copy of the Program, as attached, Crossword Solution are available at 200 South President Street, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi.

The City of Jackson, Mississippi (“City of Jackson”) is committed to cultivating and ensuring the quality of life of its citizens, through various programs, employment, ini- tiatives, and assistance. The City encourages all persons, corporations, and/or enti- ties doing business within the City, as well as those who seek to contract with the City on various projects and or conduct business in the City, to assist the City in achieving its goal by strongly considering City residents for employment opportunities.

Bid preparation will be in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders bound in the project manual. The City of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any and all irregularities in respect to any bid submitted or to accept any proposal which is deemed most favorable to the City of Jackson.

A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD – NON-MANDATORY

All Contractors who intend to submit “BIDS” are encouraged to attend a pre-bid con- ference to be held at Internal Affairs Division Building, 836 W. Amite St, Jackson, MS on June 29, 2016, at 2:00 PM.

Terry Williamson Kishia L. Powell, Director Attorney Department of Public Works

Gus McCoy Chief Administrative Officer

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By Desmond Andrews tion.” but the father and son is equal- he will always find a way,” she TriceEdneyWire.com Bryan Jeffries, 20, of Day- ly important, says Kimberlyn says. “A strong black father African-American fathers ton, Ohio says the black father Battle, 43, also of Los Angeles. will always be there for his are often stereotyped as inat- stands as an example to his “A child is the reflection of family no matter what the cir- tentive to their children. But children. affection. No one has ever died cumstances may be.” statistics have shown that “For a daughter, it is her from ‘over love,’” Battle says. Candace Mitchell, a 21-year- black fathers are there for their model for how a man should “There are many situations that old Stillman College student children – as much as or more treat her. And for a son, it is a love may endure. I personally from Birmingham, sees the than white fathers. model for what he should be as had three father figures, includ- black father is the teacher of As Father’s Day, June 19, ap- a father. I think what a black ing my biological father. The his children. “The importance proaches, the National Center father brings to the table is a more fatherhood is celebrated, of fatherhood is being an ex- for Health Statistics says that mentor on how to maneuver the better the seeds.” ample for your kids, teaching 70 percent of African-Ameri- as a black man in America as In a world that largely ste- them how to be independent.” can fathers who live with their well as a confidant for informa- reotypes and denigrates people Though some people charac- children are more involved in tion that may be too hard for a of color, the black father often terize black fathers as negative their daily lives compared 60 mother to hear,” Jeffries says. serves as the first example of stereotypes, they are more in- percent of White fathers. Jennifer Allen, 40, of Los leadership. volved in their children’s lives “Black fathers (70 per- Angeles, agrees that a father “Fatherhood provides a than many people know. cent) were most likely to have has a special influence on a sense of strength and leader- Carter, the Lacrosse profes- bathed, dressed, diapered or young woman. ship to the kids. For a son he sional, knows well how young helped their children use the “Young females without fa- sees his father as an example people idolize stars. But, he toilet every day compared with thers can tend to be promiscu- for how a man should become says, it’s the father-figure right white (60 percent) and Hispan- ous and lost about love. This - learning valuable life lessons there in their home who often ic fathers (45% percent),” says causes them to look and search on how to find your way in life serves as the hero. the 3-year-old study by NCHS. for the lost love that’s been and become the head of your “Black fathers can be the This week, as millions re- missing from the black father,” family,” says Baltimore native role models for their sons, in- flect on the importance -of fa she says. “They end up with Lantz Carter, 28, a Lacrosse stead of athletes and celebri- therhood, members of families Stafford Armstead is among the millions of black fathers who defy the somebody who doesn’t love professional. ties, navigating young black around the U. S. give their stereotypes about black fatherhood. He diligently cares for his three them. A father that is home is The relationship is one thing. men in the right path to be suc- thoughts on what black fathers children alongside his wife, Nichole. COURTESY PHOTO special and should be. My fa- But children need both love cessful,” Carter concludes. bring to the table. ther wasn’t home, but for some and support, stresses Indigo “Black fathers can build “Fatherhood for a young the African-American family,” to be strong man in a world reason I could talk to him and Evans, a 21-year-old student at strong relationships with their man, especially a young black says Darius Bego, a 23-year- that grows increasingly dan- tell him stuff that I couldn’t tell the University of North Caro- daughters and teach them how man, is incredibly important old father who is a student at gerous and challenging for a my mom. When a black father lina at Charlotte. to have good judgment when simply because it gives us a the University of South Caro- black man. And when fathers is home he is truly the defini- “Fathers are providers. A picking men. Lastly, black fa- sense of strength in a world in lina. instill such strength and wis- tion of a backbone and a pro- strong black father never com- thers can change the stereotype which everybody seems to be He continues, “Most of all, dom into each of their children tector.” plains about the duties he had of black men not keeping the against you. It breaks crippling having a father provides a it strengthens the community The relationship between a to do for his child or children. family together and leaving the stereotypes and strengthens great example of what it’s like as a whole for each genera- father and daughter are crucial, He may struggle a little bit, but women and kids behind.” Men’s Health Month: Saving Lives By Ana Fadich importance of men’s health and mobile phones. The answer is Men’s Health Network honoring this special awareness to use technology to reach them On average, men die five period. where they are. years younger than women and Sounds great, doesn’t it? For example, MHN has part- in greater numbers from nine of But the big question is this: So nered with the National Healthy the top 10 causes of death. Men what? – have all of these efforts Start Foundation, the national suffer the majority of work- to increase awareness of men’s Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, place injuries, are less likely health actually done anything? and others to develop texting- than women to be insured, and The answer is a resounding yes. and app-based programs that are far less likely to see a doctor Growing awareness among deliver informative, actionable for preventive care. All of this policymakers and others that health messages designed to impacts their ability to be in- boys’ and men’s health is wor- help young men take on a more volved fathers, supportive hus- thy of attention have made a active role in their own health bands and engaged members of big difference. In 1994, the life- and the health of their children, their community. expectancy gender gap was 6.6 and to give them the tools and The health and well-being of years (72.4 years for men, 79 knowledge they need to be ac- boys and men directly affects years for women). Today, as tively involved fathers. the health and well-being of mentioned above, it’s less than We’re still gathering data girls and women. That’s why, five years. That’s a big improve- about the success of these pro- every June, hundreds of pri- ment in just over twenty years. grams, but feedback thus far has vate businesses, government So what’s working? Fed- been extremely positive. agencies, churches, fraternities, eral, state, and local initiatives Despite these successes, and other organizations around around the country have defi- men’s health still has a long the country celebrate Men’s nitely helped, including male way to go and you can help. Health Month by hosting health health outreach programs like Thousands of people are al- screenings, health fairs, and the ones in Oakland, Calf.; ready participating in their own other awareness and outreach Milwaukee, Wis.; Cambridge, events for the month and there activities. Mass. and Cleveland, Ohio. are many ways to do that. One It all started in 1994, when Wear Blue days (similar to way to show your support is to Congress passed a bill declaring wear pink days that support wear blue on June 17. If you’re the week leading up to Father’s breast cancer research) have on social media, take photos Day (this year it’s June 19) as been widely adopted through- of you, your coworkers, fam- “Men’s Health Week” (MHW). out federal health agencies and ily, pets, wearing blue and use MHW was created to raise by many major medical associa- the #ShowUsYourBlue hashtag awareness of the global crisis tions. And there’s now an Office so we can follow and promote in men’s health, and President of Indian Men’s Health within your message. We encourage Bill Clinton signed it into law, the Indian Health Service. people to post who they wear urging “...health care profes- Among the most important blue for, dads, brothers, hus- sionals, private industry, com- initiatives was the first-ever bands, friends, etc. munity groups, insurance com- White House Dialogue on Because digital media is so panies, and all other interested Men’s Health, which took place important, MHN has created a organizations and individual in January of this year. This social media toolkit with sam- citizens to unite to publicly re- event, organized with the help of ple Twitter and Facebook posts, affirm our Nation’s continuing Men’s Health Network (MHN), along with pictures, online at: commitment to men’s health.” brought together researchers, www.MensHealthMonth.org/ Over the years, Men’s Health individuals, policymakers, and mens-health-month-toolkit.html Month has grown into a global organizations from around the You can also show your phenomenon, heightening the country to share best practices support by adding the Men’s awareness of preventable health for improving the state of men’s Health Month/Prostate Cancer problems and encouraging early physical and mental health. Awareness Month Twibbon to detection and treatment of dis- One of the biggest challenges your organization’s social me- ease among boys and men. Ev- in men’s health today is how dia profiles. ery year, dozens of governors, to reach young men, many of Follow this link to automati- mayors, and other government whom get most of their news cally apply the Twibbon: http:// and community leaders issue and information and commu- twibbon.com/support/mens- proclamations recognizing the nicate with each other on their health-awareness www.mississippilink.com JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 17

JSU’s Hughes visits Capitol MVSU announces assistant coaches for women’s basketball

Mississippi Link Newswire to the 2014 Third Team All MEAC. Mississippi Valley State women’s Enoch brings strong credentials basketball head coach Jessica Kern as a coach and recruiter at the col- announced Ronnie Enoch and Lenise legiate level. His recruiting efforts Stallings as assistant coaches ahead of helped guide JCSU to the first CIAA the 2016-17 season. Tournament Championship in school Kern welcomes a staff that is en- history in 2009. He recognized their thusiastic and zealous to advance the Enoch Stallings talents and recruited student-athletes Devilettes program into contenders in ley’s own joining our staff. Coach LaQwesha Gamble and Racquel Davis the Southwestern Athletic Conference Stallings was instrumental in several to JCSU. Gamble and Davis not only and on a national stage as well. record-breaking milestones here and contributed to JCSU women’s basket- A familiar face will continue to grace her championship and post season ball advancing to the NCAA Division the sidelines of the MVSU program as experience will assist us tremendous- II Atlantic Region finals, they earned Lenise Stallings; a four year letterwin- ly. Moreover, her ties to Mississippi All-CIAA and CIAA All-Rookie hon- ner for the Devilettes has joined the and the surrounding communities are ors, respectively. staff to coach for her beloved Alma priceless when it comes to community The Lady Golden Bulls appeared Mater. engagement and recruitment,” said in the CIAA championship game four Prior to becoming full-time under Kern. out of the last five years and made Jackson State University Head Football coach Tony Hughes visited recently Sen. Kern, Stallings served as a gradu- Kern brought in Ronnie Enoch to five berths in the NCAA Division II Sollie B. Norwood at the Capitol to discuss a community related project. ate assistant coach from 2014-2016. round out the women’s basketball staff. Tournament (2006, 2008, 2009, 2011 During her athletic career at Missis- Enoch comes to The Valley with tons and 2012). JCSU Women’s Basket- sippi Valley, Stallings appeared in 124 of experience under his belt, which ball posted a 162-78 overall record in games. In 2012, she aided her team in will aid in the success of the program. his eight seasons on the bench (2004- clinching the SWAC Regular Season Prior to coming to MVSU, Enoch 2012). NASCAR Drive For Diversity title and a bid to the WNIT. She was served as an assistant girls’ basketball Prior to coaching at JCSU, Enoch also instrumental in assisting her team coach at Hillside High School in Dur- was an assistant men’s basketball in their 2013 SWAC Basketball Tour- ham, N.C. While there, he helped steer coach at West Charlotte High School hosts first pit crew combine nament Championship game (senior the team to a 28-2 record. The team (2000-2002) and an associate men’s year). also won its conference regular season head basketball coach at Parkland Mississippi Link Newswire Stallings shot 83 percent from the and conference tournament, while re- High School (1996-2000). Parkland DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Follow- free-throw line, leading the team in maining undefeated during conference won the state championship in 1999 ing a national talent search, 18 mul- that category each of her four seasons. play. The team was ranked No. 1 in the under Enoch’s tutelage. In addition, he ticultural and female athletes earned During her junior and senior seasons, state by Max Prep for the majority of founded the Amateur Athletic Union invitations to compete in the first-ever she led the conference in three-point the 2015-2016 year. Hillside eventu- DC Elite Women’s Basketball Team national NASCAR Drive For Diversity field goal percentage, shooting just ally lost to Millbrook High School in and served as the head coach for two Crew Member Development Combine over 40 percent, averaging 10.7 and the regional finals. Enoch assisted in years (2000-2002). Enoch earned a June 9 in Concord, N.C. 8.6 points in league play respectively. coaching Elisia Grissett to become first bachelor’s and a master’s in business Three Alcorn State University stu- Three Alcorn students participated in NAS- Stallings led Hattiesburg High School team All-State. administration from the University of dents participated. CAR’s Drive For Diversity Crew Member to an appearance in the MHSAA 5A After spending the previous eight Phoenix. He is a native of Burlington, Former college football, basketball, Development Combine. Students are Toto’a State Championship game her senior seasons on the bench with head coach N.C. Enoch is the proud father of one softball and track and field athletes were Leilu, Breanna O’Leary and Robert Clay. season. Vanessa Taylor at Johnson C. Smith daughter, Audrey and two grandkids. evaluated based on a series of fitness, During the 2008-09 season, she University, Enoch joined Taylor as Kern stated, “I am thrilled to wel- agility and pit crew drills at the NAS- The 10 top-performing participants was selected to play in the Mississippi the women’s basketball associate head come coach Enoch to our family. He CAR Research and Development Cen- will be invited to join the NASCAR Sports Medicine North/South All-Star coach at NCCU during the summer of has a proven track record of being an ter. D4D Crew Member Development Pro- Game. Stallings graduated in 2013 2012 and continued on her staff un- excellent recruiter and his energy is in- Braves hopefuls included Toto’a Lei- gram, operated by Rev Racing, and from Mississippi Valley with a degree til March 2015. While at NCCU, he fectious. With various levels of cham- lu (football) of Leloloa, A.S/Samoana; receive expert training as tire chang- in biology and she earned her master’s coached Tisha Dixon and assisted her pionship experience, I look forward to Breanna O’Leary (softball) of Amarillo, ers, carriers and jackmen, with the goal degree in bioinformatics in 2016. Stall- in becoming a part of the 2013 MEAC seeing the immediate impact he will Texas; and Robert Clay (football) of of gaining fulltime employment with ings has one daughter, Kyia who is 3. All-Rookie Team. Enoch also assisted have not only with our players but with Nashville, Tenn. NASCAR national series race teams. “I am honored to have one of Val- with Racquel Davis, who was named the surrounding communities as well.” JSU volleyball team introduces eight new members

Mississippi Link Newswire ern Conference Honorable Men- of the Mizuno Long Beach 12 Gant is a 5’9” right side hitter The Jackson State volleyball season will begin on the road at the ISAP Col- The 2016 Volleyball season is tion, 2015 Western Conference Rockstar Volleyball Club. from North Bay Haven Charter legiate Cup I Tournament in Montgomery, Ala., Aug. 26–27. The first home swiftly approaching and the Jack- Champion, All-Region XII First Mack is a 6’0” outside hitter High School in Panama City, Fla. match will be at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 23 against Prairie View A&M. son State volleyball team is ready Team, All-Western Conference from Springdale High School in She is a three-year varsity starter to announce the new Lady Tigers. First Team, All-Michigan Com- Springdale, Ark. She was first who was the first player in school Losing five seniors to graduation munity College Athletic Associa- Defensive Player of the Week and Mention, 2015-15 CIF Southern team All-Conference, 1st Team history to enter the 500 kills club. and a starter, the new volleyball tion Team and NJCAA District E joined Phi Theta Kappa Honor Section Citrus Belt All-League, All-Area, Team Captain for three She was a three-year starter on players will have big shoes to fill. All-Tournament team. Society with a 4.0 GPA. 1st team Citrus Belt League and years, two-time All Tournament the National Club AAU Volley- Head coach Rose Washington Garcia is a 5’3” defense spe- Six incoming freshmen will Citrus Belt League MVP. Team. ball Team. feels she has brought together the cialist from Topeka, Kansas. She bring new energy to the court; Wolf is a 5’11” right side hit- Brunson is a 5’9” right side hit- Burney is a 5’9” setter/right right combination of athletes to is a transfer student from Cof- Taylor Jackson, Madison Wolf, ter from Los Osos High School ter from Southland College Pre side hitter from Evergreen High have a successful season. feyville Community College. In Desiree Mack, Morgan Brunson, in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. High School in Matteson, Illinois. School in Vancouver, Wash. Her The new class brings experi- high school, Garcia grabbed 2nd Cassidi Gant and Alexandra She is a four-time scholar athlete, She was a 4-year varsity starter, accolades include an All-League ence with two transfer student Team All-City and 2nd Team “Lexi” Burney. two-time first team All-League receiving the MVP award her ju- Honorable Mention, two-year athletes: Dayjah Stewart and All-League both her junior and Jackson is a 5’11” outside hitter athlete, MVP for the 2015 sea- nior year. She also played on the 2nd Team All-League, Varsity Reina Garcia. senior year and was named to the from Wilmer Amina Carter High son, 2015 Southern California Epic United 18 Club Team. With Athletic Award, NW Reign Vol- Stewart is a 5’11” middle Hayden Invitational All-Tour- School in Rialto, Calif. She is a Division 1 A participant, Inland a 4.1 GPA, she received $600,000 leyball Club, MVP Emerald City blocker from Lansing Communi- nament Team. At Coffeyville three-time Carver High School Valley All-Star firs team champi- in scholarship offers and will be Classic, and Scholar Athletic ty College in Lansing, Mich. Her Community College during her varsity award recipient, 2014-15 ons, 2013 and 2014 Inland Valley a member of the W.E.B Dubois Award. She held a 3.88 GPA in accolades include 2014 All-West- sophomore year, she was named Citrus Belt League Honorable honorable mention, and member Honors College. high school.

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By Terri Schlichenmeyer daughter of a man Georgia dated men she’d once loved, and she since she had a business, a busy old, though. Like she did in many so, they get drama anyhow and Columnist in college and had fallen for. She promised herself she’d find them family, and a life to live. of her other novels, author Terry you’ll be glad for it. In every love life, there’s al- never told the guy she loved him – not because she wanted to re- Still, they were all men she’d McMillan gives readers a cast Definitely, this is a novel for ways “the one that got away.” though and she never would be- kindle anything, but because she remember forever. But would of strong-minded, smart women anyone who’s lost a love and He got away because you were cause he was dead. had so many questions for them they remember her? who lean on other strong-minded, wondered, “What if…?” It’s both too young, too scared, too Shaken to the core, Georgia and for herself. Show of hands: who hasn’t smart women. a book you’ll want to share broke or too different. Things began to think about all the men Finding her ex-husbands was spent girlfriend-time talking In this book, however, we see with your BFFs. “I Almost For- were said that couldn’t be unsaid, she’d slept with, and the ones easy. Michael happened to be about boyfriends? Probably no- a few more bruises from living, got about You” is a book you done that shouldn’t have been she’d fallen in love with. How moving back to California and body, so “I Almost Forgot about rather than from relationships: shouldn’t let get away. done. It just didn’t work out then, would life have changed if she’d Niles was out of jail for his white- You” is a comfortably familiar Georgia and her friends are look- Terri Schlichenmeyer can be but now…? In the new novel, stayed with any one of them? collar crime; both were happy story. ing toward retirement, a little less reached at bookwormsez@ya- “I Almost Forgot about You” by She’d been divorced twice; and had moved on with their That’s not to say that it’s same- stress, and no more drama. Even hoo.com. Terry McMillan, he’ll never get would that number have been lives. Georgia was even able to away twice. higher or lower? Would she have stop hating them. It should have been an ordinary more than her two daughters, live But Abraham wouldn’t be easy run-of-the-mill Monday. somewhere other than San Fran- to find. Neither would Lance. That’s the way it started for cisco, travel, cook for two? There were two Jameses, two optometrist Georgia Young: At nearly 55 years old, she fig- Harolds, Thomas, Horace, and new prescriptions, return clients, ured she’d never find love again, others, and one white guy that follow-ups and one new Mon- but she at least needed closure. Wanda remembered, and added day-morning patient who – big With the urging of her BFF, to the list. Georgia knew she’d surprise – turned out to be the Wanda, Georgia made a list of the never find them all, especially Film Review Tomboy-turned-dancer seeks acceptance in atmospheric, coming-of-age drama

Royalty Hightower plays Toni — a tomboy who joins a girls’ dance team — in the film The Fits.

By Kam Williams Columnist Toni (Royalty Hightower) is an 11 year- old girl growing up in the rough projects Crossword Puzzle of inner-city Cincinnati. The prepubescent adolescent keeps out of trouble by hanging out at the local recreation center with her big brother, Jermaine (Da’Sean Minor) and his BFF, Donte (Antonio A.B. Grant Jr.). Trouble is, Toni has developed a reputation as a tomboy because she’s spent so much time training to be become a boxer, mostly out of admiration for Jermaine, an amateur champion. Everything changes the week Toni de- cides to join the girls’ dance team that also practices in the gym. Since she is already athletic enough, her initial challenge rests in just learning the steps and perfecting the choreography. Meanwhile, a side benefit is that she gets to enjoy the sort of female ca- maraderie she’s missed by being immersed in a macho sport dominated by guys. Unfortunately, Toni still has a hard time finding acceptance by the tight-knit group of girls. And that endeavor is further frus- trated when her teammates start suffering from mysterious fainting spells. Will the ACROSS DOWN newcomer be fully embraced, or might she 1. Stood opposite 1. Froth be blamed for this inexplicable develop- 4. Engraved 2. Orderly arrangement ment? 10. Before (prefix) 3. Tight So unfolds The Fits, an ethereal, coming- 11. Shrew 4. Always of-age drama effectively exploring a tenta- 12. Pot 5. New Testament book tive tweener’s rigorous rites-of-passage. 13. Earlier form of a word 6. Whoop The movie marks the promising directorial 14. National capital 7. Christmas meats debut of Anna Rose Holmer who has man- 16. Compass point 8. Self-esteems aged to make a decent movie on a micro- 17. Sight organs 9. Finished budget. 18. Compass point 15. Eastern Standard Time Short on dialogue, long on atmospher- 20. Thulium (abbr.) 19. Words per minute ics, The Fits feels like a solid student flick 22. Pas 21. Capital of Byelorussia that hasn’t quite been flushed out to feature- 26. Delaware 23. Outside layer length format. Nevertheless, future star 29. Deprive of freedom 24. Turn out Royalty Hightower ‘s inspired performance 31. Character on “Seinfeld” 25. Put pieces of cloth together as the protagonist, here, is reminiscent of 33. Pull 26. Beloved Kerry Washington’s in her first picture, Our 34. Nearly 27. Women’s magazine Song, a similarly-modest, ghetto-based pro- 35. Adam’s wife 28. Sheep duction. 36. Scold 30. Allot A mellow meditation on a beautiful, little 37. Crimson 32. Promissory note black girl beginning to bloom! Kam Williams can be reached at kam_ © Feature Exchange [email protected]. (For puzzle answer keys, see page 14) ENTERTAINMENT

www.mississippilink.com JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 19 Filmmaker giving aspiring actors, directors more Hollywood recognition By Stacy M. Brown Outta Comp- worked with in ‘Collaborations opportunity for these now-trained mine, meaning we both want to comedy based on two sisters and NNPA Contributing Writer ton” which Detroit’ and a few actors who at- actors to put their acting chops to tell great stories with no com- their eating habits,” he said. First Detroit, then Hollywood, was produced tend my Shiek Studio monthly work in movies and creating vis- promise to production value,” Mahmud-Bey has an unenvi- Washington D.C. and the world. with a $28 classes – and doing this,” said ibility by exposing them through Mahmud-Bey said. “He’s also able body of work. His perfor- Before long, if the president of million bud- Mahmud-Bey, president of 25th the Collaborations Group. shooting a documentary about his mances in “The Way Out,” and 25th Frame Films has anything get grossed Frame Films. The objective of the “Game father, Michael G. Cunningham, “Acts of Contrition” received to do with it, his company will be more than Mahmud-Bey previously de- Changerz” monthly industry and his dialysis journey which is critical acclaim and earned him charting its own path toward the $200 million veloped “Game Changerz,” a night is for filmmakers to meet titled, ‘30 to Go.’” a “Best Performance” Award in type of success no others have yet Mahmud-Bey in box office monthly industry night event more often than the annual Col- Mahmud-Bey could barely the International Fringe Festi- achieved. PHOTO COURTESY to become the where talented residents are able laborations Showcases, collabo- contain his enthusiasm for Smith vals. He’s also appeared in such Queens, N.Y., native and ac- 25TH FRAME FILMS highest gross- to show off their skills and com- rate and continue to create,” he and the involvement of Smith’s theatrical performances as “The complished producer, director ing biopic in history. pete for cash and other prizes. said. Lynn’s Boys Media LLC produc- Big Trees,” “Over the Edge,” and and actor Shiek Mahmud-Bey, So, as Hollywood figures out He fashioned his Collaborations “My team and I are in the pro- tion company. “Black, No Sugar.” like the prizefighter he used to what to do about this intractable Showcase to create opportunities cess of developing ‘The Village’ “Kamal Smith is another But the thespian really marked be, has been working diligently problem, Mahmud-Bey isn’t for actors, filmmakers and - en and the name says it all. Kamal brother I’ve teamed up with. He his territory on the silver screen behind the scenes to give aspiring sitting around waiting with his tertainment professionals to get Smith and I are also in the pro- wrote scenes for ‘Collaborations by starring opposite Robert De- actors, producers and directors hands in his lap. together and share their talents, cess of developing a feature film. Detroit” about a man intimi- Niro, Nicolas Cage, Andy Gar- the tools they need to storm the After crafting and hosting ideas and experiences. It’s a political comedy based on dated by his wife making more cia, Philip Seymour Hoffman and ramparts of the film industry. a years-long series of innova- “25th Frame Films will submit the lives of four people and their money than him and I loved it,” Joaquin Phoenix in such films as His efforts are seen as impor- tive workshops held locally and work to festivals and we’re going desire to find happiness, but find Mahmud-Bey said. “So, I asked “Buffalo Soldier,” “Flawless,” tant for all actors, regardless of in cities like the Detroit and the to take ‘Collaborations’ to a high- themselves forced to actually him to elaborate on that scene and “Night Falls on Manhattan,” race or gender, but it could mean Big Apple, he and officials at his er medium,” he explained. look at themselves. We’re going write a short based on it. Kamal is “Kiss of Death,” “See No Evil, even more for African Americans production company said they’re In future productions, to push the envelope on what we also a director and I saw his sit- Hear No Evil,” “Small Vices,” or people of color as Hollywood stepping up their game by mar- Mahmud-Bey plans to explore as artists should do.” com, ‘Because We’re Men,’ and “The Bonfire of the Vanities,” faces increasing pressure not only shalling the skills and talents of mental health issues, sexual That team includes Dr. L.A. I loved it.” “Mercy Streets,” and “Joe’s to produce great films and bring the best, accomplished and un- abuse, relationships and sexual Barlow, the famed RAC certified Mahmud-Bey said he’d heard Apartment.” back the days of appointment discovered talent around to shoot orientation. forensic psychologist, producer some great things about Smith His television credits include television, but as business writer a series of short movies that they “The short series is themed un- Bettie Williams and makeup art- and had always wanted to meet a regular role in NBC’s “The Drew Harwell noted in December assert will be sure to capture Hol- der the topic ‘Life,’” he said. ist Lauren Beverly. and possibly work with the man Profiler,” “Third Watch,” “Ghost 2015, Hollywood has been ignor- lywood’s imagination. Led by 25th Frame Films, the Director of Photography Zack- many called a young Tyler Perry- Whisperer,” “Spencer: Small ing a gold mine. Or, as Mahmud-Bey’s motto short series will be shot and en- ary Cornell Cunningham, whom like innovative talent. Vices,” and “Saving Grace.” Although non-whites make up notes, he “will find a way, or tered into the film festival circuit. Mahmud-Bey met in Detroit dur- “I guess it was divine interven- It’s that experience and pro- only 37 percent of the U.S. popu- make one.” Prior to that, they’ll be screened ing a “Collaborations” event also tion. So I asked him if he want to digious talent that should boost lation, they bought 46 percent of “I’ve decided to step it up a lit- by the Collaborations Group, is onboard as co-producer with direct the short as well. He loved Mahmud-Bey’s latest foray as he the $1.2 billion in tickets sold in tle more. My company is collabo- which Mahmud-Bey calls a his CC Digital Innovations pro- the idea and he jumped on board pushes to provide a mélange of 2015. rating with directors and writers dream come true. duction company. as a writer, director and producer. opportunities for those seeking to Further, movies with predomi- like Kamal Smith, Janaya Black “Under the umbrella of 25th “[Cunningham] is about movie He’s also in the process of writ- be seen and more deeply involved nantly black casts like “Straight and Dana Elam – those I’ve Frame Films we are creating the making. His standards match ing another short mystery drama- in the industry they love. Stars continue to align for actress Teyonah Parris By Nekesa Mumbi Moody “Love Under recently starred in Spike Lee’s it truthfully and nuanced and in a Parris: Miki has been very fans will find most surprising? AP Entertainment Writer New Manage- “Chiraq.” way that many people can relate involved in this film, and to me, Parris: I think her whole life is NEW YORK – As Teyonah ment,” quick- Parris is appreciative of the op- to.” that was one of the great things a surprise. Miki came around in Parris was preparing to play R&B ly put the ac- portunities, particularly given the AP: Were you a Miki Howard about being able to work on this a time when it was always about singer Miki Howard in TV One’s tress at ease. struggles many actors of color fan? kind of biopic. A lot of times, the work and the music, so there original biopic, she wanted to ask “Miki gave face in finding strong roles in Parris: I definitely knew we don’t get an opportunity to was no social media, you didn’t Howard about some of the darker me the per- Hollywood. Miki’s music, but I didn’t know celebrate these amazing talents know what was happening in moments in her life – drug abuse, mission to ask “I really feel like the stars have anything about her life. So when while they’re still with us. Most people’s everyday lives. So all of domestic violence and a troubled Parris whatever I aligned many ways, many times I got this script, I remember get- of the time they’re gone, and it was kept private. It will answer childhood – to understand more wanted and to really just go there for me. I have been blessed to ting it and reading it and think- then someone else takes telling a lot of questions just about her about the character. But she was and explore whatever the role play some awesome roles and ing, ‘Wait a minute, they’re do- their story into their hands. With life, and how it’s evolved. I think nervous about probing. called for,” Parris said. nuanced and meaningful charac- ing this for television?’ It reads this one in particular, Miki is still people are going to be surprised “I felt like, ‘Well maybe you “Love Under New Manage- ters,” she said. “When I choose a to me as if it were, it could be a alive and she’s very much been a in all of what this woman has en- don’t wanna bring up any bad ment: The Miki Howard Story,” role, what I’m looking for is the feature film that has come out in part of this process and making dured and gone through. People memories or trigger anything to which premiered June 12, is the ability is to tell our stories. Me theaters. It had so many dramatic sure we’re telling the truth ... and will be inspired by how she’s happen,’” she recalled. latest meaty role for the actress, being a black woman, that’s just elements. telling it in a way that she feels it come out of each one and how Howard, best known for hits who has a lead role in Starz a given. It’s going to be a part of AP: How important was it that actually happened. she’s really fought to become the like “Come Share My Love” and “Survivor’s Remorse” and most any role I do, making sure I tell Miki was involved? AP: What do you think Miki woman she wanted to be. 20 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK JUNE 16 - 22, 2016 www.mississippilink.com

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