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Stories captured by The City banking on January 14 Mississippi Link in 2013 referendum for 1% sales tax increase By Ayesha K. Mustafaa 28 Mississippi Senate Seat (MS Editor Link Jan. 24-30, 2013) During the year 2013, The Missis- At a candidates’ forum held at sippi Link carried articles of historic New Horizon Church International, relevance to its readers. Standing out moderator June Hardwick (later in are these headlines: year named Municipal Judge for • Remembering the 1965 Lanier City of Jackson) posed collected High School National Champion- questions that ranged from how the ship Basketball Team - lost in the capital city is funded or lack there- turmoil of the times (MS Link Jan. of, candidates’ positions on charter 17-23, 2013): schools, the close of the only abor- tion clinic in the state of Mississippi, to issues on housing, welfare and child care. The District 28 election was held Feb. 26, 2013, when Sollie B. Nor- wood became only elected state Maurika McKenzie, engineer, holding 100-year-old cast iron Willie C. Bell, Interim Director of Public Works, and W. Hibbett Neel, President of representative of the year, filling the pipe PHOTOS BY AYESHA K. MUSTAFAA Neel-Schaffer with new pipe seat vacant at the passing of Sen. Al- … As the war over civil rights ice Harden. He was sworn in March By Ayesha K. Mustafaa and non-profit member groups raised on the 1 cent increase of crease, he said, “The people must Editor raged, few noticed a sports revolu- 4, 2013. and organizations, held meetings tax on a dollar? According to the decide. So it is important to edu- tion in the small city of Jackson, • Mississippi Alliance for Fair- Mayor Chokwe Lumumba is in November and December on city’s Department of Revenue, an cate and motivate and organize. In Miss. There were seven skinny ness at Nissan brings Danny Glover leaving nothing to chance in get- the 1% sales tax increase pros and estimated $15 million per year will 2010, we were shut down with a kids from Lanier High School, who to town (MS Link Jan. 31-Feb. 6, ting passed a 1% sales tax increase cons. And on Tuesday, Dec. 17, be raised. And what will it be spent major waterline break and the city dared to take on all comers. 2013) via referendum to be voted on with over 70 leaders present voted on? Jackson road repairs, street re- went into decline. We have said On March 6, 1965, … at the D a n n y January 14, 2014 in the Municipal unanimously to endorse the refer- surfacing, water, sewer and drain- the infrastructure repairs would be buzzer, the Lanier High School Glover came Special Election. endum. age projects. the new economic frontier.” Bulldogs prevailed 58 to 55 (against to Tougaloo Lumumba attended most of the For WTJ members, it was their The referendum vote is required The mayor said that contrac- the Bears of Booker T. Washington College Tues- Town Hall meetings scheduled to concern over the city infrastructure by state law before the tax is im- tors working on the projects will High School of Suffolk, Va.) … to day night, Jan. accommodate all seven wards, ex- repairs that took top priority, not- posed and a resolution adopted for be required to hire people from beat the team of the century and win 29, 2013, to plaining why the tax is needed and ing that “all of the money raised by intent to levy the tax. The referen- Jackson. He said, “These are not the coveted National High School join with the what it is that will be taxed. the sales tax increase will be spent dum must pass with a “yes vote” cosmetic changes and these things Basketball Championship, becom- Mississippi The meetings were set up on these necessary repairs.” from at least three-fifths of the vot- are not going to change on their ing “the best in the nation.” Alliance for throughout the metro area at park There are many things that will ing residents of Jackson. own. The U.S. government has They placed their national cham- Fairness at Nissan (MAFFAN), the districts, community halls and not be included in the sales tax During the last town hall meet- demanded that we do these repairs pionship trophy in the Lanier High Mississippi Student Justice Alliance churches, featuring five in the increase, among them groceries, ing on Dec. 23, Lumumba said the by a consent decree that will cost School trophy case where it set for (MSJA) along with political, reli- month of December 2013, the last prescription drugs, restaurant food increases in sewage and water fees $400 million over 17 years.” 48 years forgotten … but no more. gious and community leaders from one of the year Dec. 23 at St. John and beverages, hotel and motel in 2013 were not enough revenue He said the water supply for all Jackson businessman Johnny Mor- across the state, to build a growing M.B. Church, 4895 Medgar Evers rooms and subscription television to cover the huge cost of repairs of Jackson right now is depend- row demanded these men be recog- coalition of Nissan workers and reli- Blvd., for Wards 3 and 4. and internet services. What will be to streets, water and sewage lines nized and on Wed., Jan. 23, 2013, gious, civic, student and community Also Working Together Jackson taxed? Everything else. throughout Jackson. Tax increase the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame groups to expand Nissan workers’ (WTJ), a network of 35 religious How much money will be However, with the sales tax in- Continued on page 5 gave recognition with Joe Usry rights to unionize. Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram sponsor- International labor representa- ing championship rings to the 1965 tives attending included Vagner team members. Freitas de Moraes, president of CUT • Mississippi’s Myrlie Evers- (Central Unica dos Trabalhadores) - Williams made history at Obama’s the largest trade union in Brazil, and Dianne Gatson-Riley approved as 2nd inauguration; first woman, first Joao Cayres, the international affairs layperson to deliver invocation (MS secretary of CUT. Link Jan. 24-30, 2013) • Christopher Epps sworn in as new Hinds County jail administrator M i s s i s - president of world’s largest correc- By Ayesha K. Mustafaa sippi’s own tional association; W.K. Kellogg stroy a facility is common. These Riley said, “The 23-1 policy is for Editor Myrlie Evers- Foundation opens regional office in are people who do not obey the inmates who have violated proce- Williams, 79, Jackson (MS Link Feb. 7-13, 2013) In a special call meeting Dec. laws of the land and will do the dures. Others have to be given rec- widow of slain Story 1: 23, 2013, Hinds County Board of same in a facility. You have to be reation time and access to the day Mississippi Mississippi Supervisors approved the selection sure it does not get out of hand.” room. That means there are things civil rights Department for the new Hinds County Jail Ad- During the confirmation hear- that can be taken away when an in- leader Medgar of Corrections ministrator, Dianne Gatson-Riley, ing, Gatson-Riley addressed three mate violates procedures.” Evers, was first woman and first Commissioner with a 4 to 1 vote without going rounds of questions posed by each District 3 Supervisor Peggy Cal- layperson to give the invocation at a Christopher into private deliberations on hiring supervisor after which several su- houn moved to accept the nomina- presidential inauguration. She did so B. Epps was personnel issues. pervisors commended her on her tion for the new jail administrator, Mon., Jan. 21, 2013, at the request sworn in as the Gatson-Riley was selected for professionalism and knowledge of and it was seconded by McQuirter. of President Barack Obama’s inau- 102nd president of the American the job, according to Hinds County the job. The approval vote also set the guration planning committee. Correctional Association (ACA). Sheriff Tyrone Lewis, “by a com- She said her priorities were to starting date of Gatson-Riley tak- Evers-Williams called upon those He is a native of Tchula, Miss. The mittee from the Hinds County assure humane treatment for the ing the position as “immediately.” Gatson-Riley unique historical references that her ACA was founded in 1870 with Sheriff’s personnel office and inmates and maintain a safe and Gatson-Riley was part of the experiences would engender…, more than 20,000 members from 60 three members of the monitoring professional work environment transition team at the opening of son-Riley acknowledged that there marking the 150 years since the countries. Epps will lead the organi- team.” for the jail staff. These things can the Raymond facility in 1994, was “no big pool of money to take Emancipation Proclamation and 50 zation for two years. Supervisor Kenneth Stokes vot- be done, she said, if the facility is where she will now be chief ad- care of the whole county.” She said years since Dr. Martin Luther King Story 2: The W.K. Kellogg Foun- ed no, he said, because he was not in compliance with the American ministrator. For 16 years she she would maximize inmate labor Jr.’s March on Washington. dation (WKKF) Fri., Feb. 1, 2013, informed of who the other appli- Correctional Association (ACA) worked in corrections in Hinds, and the present staff. However, she She said, “One hundred and fifty launched the opening of the Foun- cants were for the position. Stokes standards. Harrison and Yazoo counties. She wants to bring in new staff for se- years after the Emancipation Procla- dation’s Jackson office, at Capital said although he was impressed Asked about pending lawsuits received her BS degree at Jackson curity assessments and another for mation and 50 years after the March Towers, 125 S. Congress. by Gatson-Riley, he still did not against the Raymond facility, she State University and a MBA de- personnel reviews. on Washington, we celebrate the WKKF officials present were know if she was the most qualified again said the best way to avoid gree at Belhaven University. Hiring of a new jail administra- spirit of our ancestors, which has al- Sterling K. Speirn, president and among the applicants. such lawsuits would be to follow As new jail administration, the tor was part of the county’s com- lowed us to move from a nation of CEO; La June Montgomery Ta- Asked by District 2 Supervisor ACA guidelines. Board of Supervisors also ap- pliance with the court-ordered unborn hopes and a history of disen- bron, executive vice president of Darrel McQuirter, had she expe- At present at the Raymond fa- proved Gatson-Riley to begin the oversite of the Raymond facility franchised votes to today’s expres- rienced problems like those at the cility, there is a 23-hour lock down process of hirng new staff as she and the grand jury’s investigation sion of a more perfect union….” Year in review Raymond facility, Gatson-Riley in place, with one hour of recre- saw needed. at the direction of Judge Tomie • Nine candidates vie for District Continued on page 5 responded, “Inmates trying to de- ational time for inmates. Gatson- Throughout the hearing, Gat- Green earlier in 2013.

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Jackson, Mississippi is a city on its way upward. It has always been my position that, The People, collectively, must determine the direction of our journey to success. “One City, One Aim, One Destiny” is not merely a catch phrase. This philosophy reflects the progress of a united community which can be achieved by moving in one direction. Ulti- mately, in order for Jackson to move forward, we must travel this road together. As voters we have the collective power to transform our quality of life and the condition of this road.

On January 14, 2014 you will have the power to play a leading role in the renewal of the city’s infrastructure and economic revitalization. We are building Jackson UPWARD from WITHIN. The Local Option will be the most significant investment in the history of Jackson’s infrastruc- ture. According to the Department of Revenue, an estimated $15 million will be generated annually and used specifically for the cost of road and street reconstruction and resurfacing projects; costs of water, sewer, and drainage improvements.

The condition and sustainability of our roads, water, and drainage have a direct impact on the quality of life of our citizens, as well as the eco- nomic development of the City of Jackson. We want to create jobs for all Jacksonians. The employment necessary to repair our infrastructure will provide opportunities. Additionally, improved infrastructure and roads will attract new businesses. Finally, as it relates to public safety, it is our desire to see a decline in criminal activity with the increase of employment of our citizens.

As a concerned citizen of the Capital City, you have a right to know how these funds will be monitored and distributed. According to law, the revenue generated from the special sales tax must be spent in ac- cordance to the master plan, which is currently being developed by the City’s Public Works Department.

Over the past three weeks we have traveled across the city hosting community meetings, visiting neighborhood and homeowners’ associa- tion meetings, churches and speaking with all media outlets to share our plans to improve infrastructure. I invite you to get involved and learn more on how the local option will improve our city’s infrastructure. Ad- ditionally, look to our website www.jacksonms.gov, our official Twitter account (@CityOfJxn601) and Facebook page (City of Jackson – So- cially Connected) in the next few weeks for more information about the local option and other important city matters.

Jackson, Mississippi is a city on the rise. To build a city of the future today, we can no longer kick the can down the road. The road to that future is in our hands and right now we have the means to pave the way to our own destiny. On January 14, this can be the most significant step to-date in making our vision of Jackson our reality.

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www.mississippilink.com January 2 - 8, 2014 THE mississippi link • 3 AP poll: Top 2013 stories By David Crary election at the top. limbs. Authorities soon identified the consequences were the harsh cleared the way for ending a ban on rebuilding expected to take years. AP National Writer The first AP top-stories poll was two suspects - 26-year-old Tamer- automatic spending curbs known as same-sex marriages in California, SYRIA: The death toll mounted NEW YORK - The glitch- conducted in 1936, when editors lan Tsarnaev, who died in a shoot- sequestration, the partial shutdown the most populous state. The other inexorably, past 120,000, as Syria’s plagued rollout of President Barack chose the abdication of Britain’s out with police, and his brother, of the government in October, and struck down a 1996 law passed by nearly 3-year-old civil warfare Obama’s health care overhaul was King Edward VIII. Dzhokhar, 20, who faces multiple bitterness in the Senate after the Congress that banned federal rec- raged on with no signs of resolution. the top news story of 2013, followed Here are 2013’s top 10 stories, in charges, including 17 that carry Democrats used their majority to ognition of same-sex marriages. In The government of Bashar Assad by the Boston Marathon bombing order: a possible death penalty. Though reduce the Republicans’ ability to subsequent months, Hawaii, Illinois did agree to eliminate its chemical and the dramatic papal changeover HEALTH CARE OVER- jolted by the bombings and a sub- stall presidential nominations via and New Mexico boosted the num- weapons, but prospects for peace at the Vatican, according to The As- HAUL: The White House had sequent lockdown, the city rallied filibusters. ber of states allowing gay marriage talks were complicated by infight- sociated Press’ annual poll of U.S. hoped the Oct. 1 launch of open under the slogan “Boston Strong.” NSA SPYING: The ripple effect to 17. ing among anti-government rebels. editors and news directors. enrollment would be a showcase for VATICAN CHANGEOVER: continues, seven months after the NELSON MANDELA: A free- Nearly nine million Syrians have The saga of “Obamacare” - as the upside of Obama’s much-debat- Pope Benedict XVI stunned Catho- world learned of Edward Snowden. dom fighter, a political prisoner, a been uprooted from their homes, the Affordable Care Act is widely ed overhaul. Instead, the website be- lics around the world with his an- The former NSA analyst leaked vast statesman revered for preaching with many of them seeking refuge known - received 45 first-place came a symbol of dysfunction, pro- nouncement in February that he troves of secret documents detail- reconciliation in a nation torn by abroad. votes out of the 144 ballots cast for viding Republicans and late-night would resign. The cardinal elected ing NSA surveillance operations, racial strife. Nelson Mandela was MISSING WOMEN FOUND: the top 10 stories. The marathon comics with ammunition, and wor- to succeed him, soon known as including programs that collected all that and more - the icon of the The call for help came May 6, and bombing received 29 first-place rying the president’s Democratic Pope Francis, proceeded to cap- Americans’ phone records and anti-apartheid movement and South the revelations that followed were votes and the papal transition 21. allies. The site gradually improved, tivate many Catholics and non- eavesdropped on allied leaders. Af- Africa’s first black president. With gripping and grim. A former bus Other strong contenders were the but a wave of cancellation notices Catholics alike with a new tone of ter a stay in Hong Kong, Snowden his death at the age of 95, his com- driver, Ariel Castro, had abducted bitter partisan conflict in Congress from insurers undercut Obama’s openness, modesty and tolerance. spent a month in Moscow’s airport patriots, world leaders and countless three women from the streets of and the leaks about National Secu- oft-repeated promise that people Without challenging core church before obtaining asylum in Russia. other admirers mourned the loss of a Cleveland from 2002 to 2004 when rity Agency surveillance by former who liked their existing coverage doctrine, he suggested it was time The leaks have roiled diplomacy, one-of-a-kind hero. they were 14, 16 and 20. He periodi- NSA analyst Edward Snowden. could keep it. to rethink policy on divorce, focus triggered lawsuits and calls for re- PHILIPPINES TYPHOON: cally kept them chained, restricted Last year, the top story was the BOSTON MARATHON more on serving the poor, and de- form, and prompted warnings that There were dire warnings before- access to food and toilets, and re- massacre of 26 children and staff at BOMBING: In seconds, a scene vote less rhetoric to condemnations terrorists could benefit from the dis- hand, but the toll wreaked by Ty- peatedly raped and assaulted them an elementary school in Newtown, of celebration transformed into one of gay marriage and abortion. closures. phoon Haiyan was still stunning in until their escape. Castro pleaded Conn. That result came after a rare of carnage, as two bombs exploded DIVIDED CONGRESS: Opin- GAY MARRIAGE: Capping its scope after it struck Nov. 8. More guilty to multiple charges, and in decision by the AP to re-conduct the near the finish line of the Boston ion polls showed Congress with decades of activism, the gay-rights than 6,000 people died; hundreds September, faced with life in prison, voting; the initial round of balloting Marathon in April. Three people historically low approval ratings, movement won a monumental more remain missing. The typhoon hanged himself in his cell. had ended Dec. 13, a day before the were killed and more than 260 in- and the key reason was seemingly victory in June in the form of two damaged or destroyed the homes of Projects Editor Brooke Lansdale Newtown shooting, with the 2012 jured, including at least 16 who lost intractable partisan conflict. Among Supreme Court decisions. One more than 16 million people, with contributed to this report. Federal judge rules NSA phone surveillance legal By LARRY NEUMEISTER protect national security clashes junction against the collecting of hind by individuals affiliated with ASSOCIATED PRESS with civil rights established in the phone records of two men who foreign terrorist organizations. NEW YORK - The heated de- Constitution. had challenged the program. The Armed with all the metadata, NSA bate over the National Security Pauley concluded the program Washington, D.C. jurist said the can draw connections it might oth- Agency’s bulk collection of mil- was a necessary extension of steps program likely violates the U.S. erwise never be able to find.” lions of Americans’ telephone re- taken after the Sept. 11 terrorist at- Constitution’s ban on unreason- He added: “As the Sept. 11 at- cords fell squarely into the courts tacks. He said the program lets the able search. The judge has since tacks demonstrate, the cost of Friday, Dec. 27, when a federal government connect fragmented stayed the effect of his ruling, missing such a threat can be hor- judge in Manhattan upheld the and fleeting communications and pending a government appeal. rific.” legality of the program and cited “represents the government’s Both cases now move to appeals Pauley said the attacks “re- its need in the fight against terror- counter-punch” to the al-Qaida’s courts for a conflict that some be- vealed, in the starkest terms, just ism just days after another federal terror network’s use of technol- lieve will eventually be settled by how dangerous and interconnect- judge concluded it was likely not ogy to operate decentralized and the Supreme Court. The chances ed the world is. While Americans constitutional. plot international terrorist attacks that the nation’s top court will depended on technology for the This June 6, 2013 file photo shows a sign outside the National Security The ruling by U.S. District remotely. address it increase if the appeals conveniences of modernity, al- Agency (NSA) campus in Fort Meade, Md. AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File Judge William H. Pauley III and “This blunt tool only works be- courts reach conflicting opinions Qaida plotted in a seventh-centu- an opposing view earlier this cause it collects everything,” Pau- or if the current use of the program ry milieu to use that technology be ways of changing the program investigators wouldn’t find most month by U.S. District Judge ley said. “The collection is broad, is declared illegal. against us. It was a bold jujitsu. so that is has sufficient oversight personal information useful. Richard Leon in Washington D.C. but the scope of counterterrorism Pauley said the mass collec- And it succeeded because conven- and transparency. Pauley said there were safe- sets the stage for federal appeals investigations is unprecedented.” tion of phone data “significantly tional intelligence gathering could In ruling, Pauley cited the emer- guards in place, including the fact courts to confront the delicate bal- Pauley’s decision contrasts with increases the NSA’s capability to not detect diffuse filaments con- gency of the program after 20 hi- the NSA cannot query the phone ance developed when the need to Leon’s grant of a preliminary in- detect the faintest patterns left be- necting al-Qaida.” jackers took over four planes in database it collects without legal The judge the 2001 attacks, flying two into justification and is limited in how said the NSA in- the twin towers of the World Trade much it can learn. He also noted tercepted seven Center, one into the Pentagon and “the government repudiates any calls made by a fourth into a Pennsylvania field notion that it conducts the type one of the Sept. as passengers tried to take back the of data mining the ACLU warns 11 hijackers in aircraft. about in its parade of horribles.” San Diego prior “The government learned from The ACLU sued earlier this year to the attacks, its mistake and adapted to con- after former NSA analyst Edward but mistakenly front a new enemy: a terror net- Snowden leaked details of the concluded that work capable of orchestrating at- secret programs that critics say he was over- tacks across the world. It launched violate privacy rights. The NSA- seas because it a number of counter-measures, run programs pick up millions of lacked the kind including a bulk telephony meta- telephone and Internet records that of information data collection program - a wide are routed through American net- it can now col- net that could find and isolate gos- works each day. lect. samer contacts among suspected Pauley said the fact that the Still, Pau- terrorists in an ocean of seemingly ACLU would never have learned ley said such disconnected data,” he said. about an order authorizing col- a program, if Pauley dismissed a lawsuit lection of telephony metadata re- u n c h e c k e d , brought by the American Civil lated to its telephone numbers but “imperils the Liberties Union, which promised for Snowden’s disclosures added civil liberties of to appeal to the 2nd U.S. Circuit “another level of absurdity in this every citizen” Court of Appeals in Manhattan. case.” and he noted the “We’re obviously very disap- “It cannot possibly be that law- lively debate pointed,” said Brett Max Kaufman, breaking conduct by a govern- about the sub- an attorney with the ACLU’s Na- ment contractor that reveals state ject across the tional Security Project. “This mass secrets - including the means and nation, in Con- call tracking program constitutes methods of intelligence gathering gress and at the a serious threat to Americans’ pri- - could frustrate Congress’s intent. White House. vacy and we think Judge Pauley is To hold otherwise would spawn “The ques- wrong in concluding otherwise.” mischief,” he wrote. tion for this Justice Department spokesman Pauley also rejected the AC- court is whether Peter Carr said: “We are pleased LU’s argument that the phone data the govern- the court found the NSA’s bulk te- collection program is too broad ment’s bulk lephony metadata collection pro- and contains too much irrelevant telephony meta- gram to be lawful.” information. data program NSA spokeswoman Vanee “That argument has no traction is lawful. This Vines declined to comment. here. Because without all the data court finds it is. In arguments before Pauley last points, the government cannot be But the ques- month, an ACLU lawyer argued certain it connected the pertinent tion of whether that the government’s interpreta- ones,” he said. “Here, there is no that program tion of its authority under the Pa- way for the government to know should be con- triot Act was so broad that it could which particle of telephony meta- ducted is for the justify the mass collection of fi- data will lead to useful counterter- other two coor- nancial, health and even library rorism information. When that is dinate branches records of innocent Americans the case, courts routinely authorize of government without their knowledge, includ- large-scale collections of informa- to decide,” he ing whether they had used a tele- tion, even if most of it will not di- said. phone sex hotline, contemplated rectly bear on the investigation.” A week suicide, been addicted to gambling Associated Press writers Mark ago, President or drugs or supported political Sherman and Kimberly Dozier in Barack Obama causes. A government lawyer had Washington contributed to this re- said there may countered that counterterrorism port. 4 • the mississippi link January 2 - 8, 2014 www.mississippilink.com

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The Mississippi Link Staff www.mississippilink.com January 2 - 8, 2014 THE mississippi link • 5 Year in review Tax increase Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 operations and WKKF treasurer; (MS Link April 11-17, 2013) Alcorn State University’s Evers and sewer upgrades over a 17-year and William Buster, director of Jackson Police Department De- Village with the unveiling of a period. He cited 1,200 miles of WKKF’s Mississippi and New Or- tective Eric T. Smith, 40, was shot statue honoring the slain civil rights streets and roads that need $20 mil- leans programs and who will live in to death Thurs., April 4, 2013, at leader. lion to maintain. Jackson. 5:40 p.m. in an interrogation room • Mayor Johnson gets in hotel • 50th anniversary of “March on • First African American, Dr. inside the police department head- for Jackson Convention Complex Washington for Jobs and Freedom” Rodney Bennett, confirmed presi- quarters, at 327 E. Pascagoula St. before leaving office; On National panelists who attended the March dent of University of Southern A citywide vigil was held April 11 HIV Testing Day, Bishop Crudup in 1963 (MS Link Aug. 29 – Sept. Mississippi; EF-4 rated tornado hits to commemorate the detective’s takes AIDS Test in pulpit (MS 4, 2013) Hattiesburg and USM campus (MS 18 years of service to the police Link June 27-July 3, 2013) Link Feb. 14-20, 2013) department. Funeral services were Story 1: The announced agree- Story 1: Feb. 7, 2013, Board of held April 13 at the Athletic and ment from out-going Mayor Har- Trustees of State Institutions of Assembly Center at Jackson State vey Johnson Jr., Tues., June 25, for Higher Learning announced unani- University. a hotel to be built in the Jackson Lumumba speaking at the Dec. 23 Wards 3 and 4 townhall meeting. mous decision to name Dr. Rodney The preliminary investigation Convention Complex area, was Bennett president of the University revealed that two individuals were presented to the Jackson Redevel- Among six panelists hosted by ing on 100-year-old of Southern Mississippi. fatally shot in the interrogation opment Authority (JRA) Board One Voice Mississippi State Con- pipes that are rusty and Story 2: An EF-4 tornado struck room. Smith was shot to death by Wed., June 26, and passed with a ference, Veterans of the Mississippi breaking. There are Sun., Feb. 10, 2013 damaging Jeremy Powell, 23, a black male unanimous vote. Civil Rights Movement Inc. and problems with drain- several buildings on the Hatties- and murder suspect in the death of Johnson said the hotel deal was Mississippi Chapter of the NAACP, age and flooding. The burg campus of the University of Christopher Alexander on April 1, for $60 million and called for a full five were in Washington D.C. for mayor said the city los- Southern Mississippi. The tornado 2013. Powell took his own life with service high quality franchise hotel the 1963 March - Ineva May-Pitt- es about 40 percent of caused extensive damage to six a gunshot to the head. to be built directly across the street man, J. B. Harrington, Frankye Ad- its water in water main buildings on the campus. Gov. Phil • Hinds County District 2 su- from the Jackson Convention Com- ams Johnson, Louise Marshall, and breaks, adding to the Bryant, at his alma mata, said, “Un- pervisor passes; Mississippians re- plex at 105 E. Pascagoula St. It will Rev. Dr. John Cameron. expense. “I’m telling fortunately, we have more experi- spond to Boston Marathon’s tragic contain about 305 guests rooms, a • 14 candidates vie for two seats you, I want you to vote ence and are better qualified than loss of life and injuries (MS Link full service restaurant, a ballroom, on Hinds County Board of Supervi- for the 1 percent sales anyone in the nation to deal with April 18-24, 2013) meeting rooms and first class three- sors (MS Link Sept. 19-25, 2013) tax,” the mayor said. weather-related emergencies.” Story 1: level parking capacity with lighting Two seats came open earlier in Willie Bell, inter- • First Lady Michelle Obama Hon. Doug and landscaping. the year when Hinds County Dis- im director of Public uses first stop on Let’s Move anni- A n d e r s o n , Story 2: Bishop Ronnie Crudup trict 2 longtime supervisor Doug Works, asked, “With versary to visit Clinton, Miss. (MS Hinds County takes an AIDS test before his con- Anderson died in April and District the present state of the Link Feb. 28-March 6, 2013): District 2 gregation Sun., June 23, establish- 4 supervisor Phil Fisher was elected city, would you invite W i t h supervisor, ing a leadership role in a new city- as mayor of Clinton. Running were anyone to Jackson? the theme passed Sat., wide initiative called “Mississippi nine Democrats for Dist. 2; three Just like your home, Ward 4 Councilman De’Keither Stamps “Change is April 13, at Faith in Action” and promoting Na- Democrats for Dist. 4; two Repub- you want to have nice Happening,” St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson tional HIV Testing Day, June 27, licans for Dist. 4. Primaries were furnishing in order to invite people other funding channeled to Jackson First Lady after complications following a 2013, part of an initiative at Brown held Sept. 24 and the Special Elec- over.” He and others on the city staff as the capital city. M i c h e l l e heart attack and after years of de- University. tion Nov. 5. explained that the water for Jackson For example, explained Walter Obama came clining health. An interim supervi- As of Dec. 31, 2012, there were • Civil Rights Museum ground- is good when it leaves the plant, but Zinn, Referendum chair and direc- to Clinton sor would be selected with a special 10,254 Mississippians living with breaking draws Mississippi gov- it is when it travels through the dete- tor of Intergovernmental Affairs, Wed., Feb. 27, 2013, the first stop election date set for the first Tues- HIV disease; 25 percent or one in ernors with Medgar Evers’ widow riorating pipes that problems occur. “To make Jackson a medical cor- on her anniversary tour with Let’s day after the first Monday in No- four were residents of Hinds Coun- (MS Link Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 2013) Bell said another problem is ridor will require a sufficient and Move. She spent much of the day at vember 2013. ty (2,592 people). Gov. Phil Bryant, along with that throughout Mississippi “regu- reliable water supply. Jackson is an Northside and Eastside Elementary Story 2: Black Girls Run Jack- • In the aftermath of Trayvon’s former Governors William Winter lar creeks are relied on for storm entitlement city and we’ve spoken School with students and teachers son implemented a support run for murder, Zimmerman set free; reac- and Haley Barbour, joined Myrlie drainage. Now those creek banks to the governor, lieutenant governor and addressed a select public gath- the victims of the Boston Marathon tions locally and around the nation Evers-Williams, widow of Medgar are eroding and sometimes taking and the speaker of the house. We’ve ering. bombings, where three were killed (MS Link July 18-24, 2013) Evers, on Thurs., Oct. 24, at the site down whole back yards.” talked about toll roads and com- The First Lady was joined by and 170 critically injured, most of N A A C P of the new Mississippi Civil Rights W. Hibbett Neel, president of muter taxes and other money not TV personality Rachael Ray to them spectators near the finish line launched a Museum and Museum of Missis- Neel-Schaffer, said, “In one year coming into the city” - all needed highlight the new healthy school on Mon., April 15. The group held petition reach- sippi History. The 200,000-square- there were 1,500 leaks and breaks funding to maintain the capital city. lunches that are now being served their first run April 16 at 6 p.m., ing one mil- foot museums will be financed and 20 boil water notices issued For the 1 percent sales tax refer- across the nation. Obama and Ray starting at the Walter Payton Center lion in three partially by the state, which has by the city. The 100-year-old pipes endum vote, the last day to vote by also hosted a cooking competi- on JSU’s campus. BGR ambassa- days ask- committed to $40 million. were made of cast iron. Other absentee ballot is Saturday, Jan. 11, tion between school chefs to air on dor Erin Pridgen led the run. ing the U.S. • Hinds County Board of Su- pipes are too small and do not have 2014 at 12 p.m. The City Clerk’s the Rachael Ray Show March 11, • Chokwe Lumumba the new Atty. Gen. pervisors Special Election Results enough pressure even for fire pro- office will be open Jan. 4, 8 a.m. 2013. face of Jackson, “One City, One Eric Holder (MS Link Nov. 7-13, 2013) tection. There is another 40 miles of - 12 p.m., and Jan. 11, 8 a.m. - 12 • Thompson requests federal Aim, One Destiny”; Remembering to have the U.S. Department of Nov. 5, 2013, Hinds County Dis- pipe in reinforced concrete which p.m. to accommodate absentee vot- review of candidate’s death (MS Medgar Evers who ‘loved Missis- Justice to file civil rights charges trict 2 Supervisor winner Darrell will be difficult to repair.” ers. Again, the Municipal Special Link March 7-13, 2013) sippi’ 50 years after his assassina- against George Zimmerman, who McQuirter (D) won 76 percent of Ward 4 Councilman De’Keither Election is Tuesday, Jan. 14. Congressman Bennie G. Thomp- tion (MS Link June 6-12, 2013) was acquitted of the murder of the the votes over Independent and in- Stamps said, “We are bulldogs go- To learn more before you go into son (D-MS) issued statement re- Story 1: black 17-year-old, Trayvon Martin terim supervisor Alphonso Hunter. ing to the state to get our share of the voting booth, visit the website – garding the death of Clarksdale Chokwe Lu- in Florida. Hinds County District 4 Supervi- the sales tax. Doing nothing is not 1percentmakessense.com or see the (Coahoma County) native Marco mumba ran Proclaiming “This is not over,” sor winner Tony Greer (R) won 70 an option.” He added that efforts WTJ video report at https://www. McMillian, 34, candidate for may- a successful national protests in 100 cities were percent of the votes over Democrat are being made to build better rela- youtube.com/watch?v=MGU_ or of Clarksdale and “Mississippi’s Democratic called for by Al Sharpton; Jackson James Baker. tions with the state officials to get Sm7wcGo first openly gay, viable candidate m a y o r a l protests were held in front of the • Operation Shoestring features for public office.” campaign in downtown Federal Building. Oth- Lumumba, Barbour, Tonkel in 100-year-old New Hope Church, Dr. Cedrick Gray, superintendant for Thompson asked “the FBI to the May 21, ers called for a “more valuable type “Conversation About Community” on faith and receiving “the call,” life Jackson Public Schools, discussed review the circumstances and 2013, runoff against businessman of protest including a look at black- Luncheon (MS Link Nov. 21-26, growing up in the Mississippi Delta, how the district got to the place it evidence of the case to determine Jonathan Lee, resulting in Lu- on-black murders.” 2013) Black AIDS Day, and the possibility finds itself with transportation work- whether a violation of federal law mumba as the frontrunner for the • Jackson City Council unani- Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013, Op- of becoming the president for the Na- ers on strike, asking for better pay and occurred.” Thompson described General Election, Tues., June 4. mously approve new police and fire eration Shoestring brought together tional Baptist Convention. He would the ability to guard themselves from McMillian as “an aspiring commu- Lumumba garnered 86 percent of chiefs (MS Link July 25-31, 2013) leaders from polar ends to sit down then be the first president of the orga- disruptive students. nity leader who exuded confidence the votes (20,835) over indepen- Mayor Chokwe Lumumba’s and “hold a public and frank con- nization to reside in Mississippi. Story 3: Jackson city councilman and inspired potential.” Lawrence dent candidate Richard “Chip” Wil- choices for Jackson’s Chief of Po- versation about solutions to com- • U.S. first black president calls S.A. Tony Yaber gathered with some lead- Reed, 22, was charged with Mc- liams, who came in with 8 percent lice and Chief of Fire Departments munity issues,” at its signature an- first black president Mandela the ‘last ers of the community and various Millian’s murder. According to the (1,824) of the votes. were unanimously confirmed by nual fund-raiser luncheon. great liberator of 20th century’; Dr. religious organizations at city hall on family members, McMillian was Lumumba moved to Jackson in the City Council Thursday, July 18, Panelists were former Governor Cedrick Gray to JPS bus drivers: “We Dec. 6 to announce the formation of beaten and burned. 1988. He was city councilman of to a standing room only filled coun- Haley Barbour, Jackson Mayor will work this out”; new faith-based a new faith-based alignment and city- • 300 Mississippi girls enter Ward 2 for four years and worked cil chambers. Chokwe Lumumba, Pastor of initiative against crime launched in wide plan to engage the community in SEEK - a free Summer Engineer- with organizations like the Jackson Jackson Police Department Wells Church Keith Tonkel with wake of Destinee Ford killing (MS addressing crime in Jackson. ing Experience for Kids; the great Human Rights Coalition to help Chief Lindsey Horton and its Fire Oleta Garrett Fitzgerald, Southern Link Dec. 12-18, 2013) A day after the tragic shooting death hailstorm of March 2013 (MS pressure the State to retry the per- Department Chief Willie Owens Region Director of the Children’s Story 1: U.S. first black president, of 15-year-old Wingfield High School Link March 21-27, 2013) son who murdered Medgar Evers confirmations were delayed earlier, Defense Fund, as moderator. Barack Obama, described Nelson Man- student Destinee Ford, Yarber re- Story 1: Females only - third and to free the Scott sisters. so that all Council members could • The Mississippi Link Thanks- dela, South Africa’s first black elected vealed the strategy of Jackson’s Faith- and fifth graders, students of color Story 2: Week of activities June be present to cast their votes at the giving edition interviews renowned president, “the last great liberator of the Based Alignment Against Crime, first from Jackson Public Schools and 6-12, 2013 honoring Medgar Council’s request. Pastor Jerry Young of 100-year-old 20th century” and thanked the grieving by “leaving your guns at the door.” surrounding area have a friend in Evers, an American Hero, began • The Jackson Zoo needs every- New Hope Church (MS Link Nov. nation for sharing their beloved former …. Thus ended 2013! Thanks to all the National Society of Black En- with a Resolution issued by the one’s help (MS Link Aug. 15-21, 28-Dec. 4, 2013) leader with the rest of the world. of The Mississippi Link writers and gineers (NSBE). Mississippi State Senate “recogniz- 2013) Dr. Jerry Young responded to Story 2: In an exclusive interview contributors for making 2013 a very Dr. Carl B. Mack, executive di- ing Wed., June 12, 2013 as Interna- From the Charles Evers radio questions on anniversary of the with The Mississippi Link, Dec. 11, successful year. For these and other rector of NSBE and a native Mis- tional Day of Remembrance on the talk show to the August 12 Mon- sissippian announced Wed., March 50th anniversary of the assassina- day night meeting at Voice of Cal- 20, at New Hope Baptist Church tion of Evers and his life and legacy vary Ministries, conversations have The Mississippi Link [USPS 017224] is published weekly that the first-come first-served as an American Hero.” flowed about the Jackson Zoo’s im- TM by The Mississippi Link, Inc. Offices located at 2659 Liv- three-week program is open to 300 • Native sons celebrate a native minent closing or relocation outside The Mississippi Link ingston Road, Jackson, MS 39213. Mailing address is females only and free of charge. son; Alcorn State University un- of West Jackson. P.O. Box 11307, Jackson, MS 39283-1307 or e-mail us The hands-on engineering de- veils statue of Medgar Wiley Evers, The issue made its way to the at: [email protected]; Please visit our website sign curriculum developed by alumnus of ’52 ( MS Link June 13- City Council meeting Tuesday, Volume 20 • Number 11 at: www.mississippilink.com. Phone: (601) 896-0084, Fax 896-0091, out of state 1-800-748-9747. Periodical Post- the Society of Automotive Engi- 19, 2013) Aug. 13, when State Senator Sollie January 2 - 8, 2014 age Rate Paid at Jackson, MS. neers International will cost about Native sons Norwood (Dem.-District 28) asked © copyright 2013. All rights reserved. $100,000 to implement and staff in Charles Evers the council members to allocate Deadline: The deadline for submitting items to be consid- Mississippi alone. and B.B. additional funding to help save the ered for publication is Tuesday at 10 a.m. Story 2: It was the great hail- King shared Jackson Zoo. Publisher...... Jackie Hampton storm of 2013 that hit metro Jack- a moment in • Lumumba presents 2013-14 Editor...... Ayesha K. Mustafaa Subscriptions are $32 per year; $64 for two years or $96 son March 18, 2013, at 4 p.m. on memory of city budget: “We can no longer kick for three years. a workday with tennis ball sized his brother the can down the road” (MS Link Online Editor...... Lonnie Ross hail blanketing the area. Damage and native son Aug. 22-28, 2013) Religion Editor...... Daphne Higgins Postmaster: included dented car bodies, broken Medgar Evers at the 50th Anniver- Mayor Chokwe Lumumba, Send all address changes to The Mississippi Link, car windows, damaged home roof- sary Commemorative Tribute for Monday, Aug. 19, introduced his Sports Writer:...... Tim Ward P.O. Box 11307, Jackson, MS 39283-1307. tops, home windows with the hail the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Insti- 2013-14 budget, saying, “We can Graphics...... Marcus Johnson staying in yards for hours after the tute held at the Jackson Convention no longer keep kicking the can Advertising: For all advertising information, storm. Complex, June 12, 2013. down the road. We must grow, not Photographers...... Kevin Robinson & Jay Johnson please call (601) 896-0084. Auto body repair shops were Attending were Gov. Phil Bry- shrink.” He then explained why he swamped, including repairs for ant, NAACP president Ben Jeal- needed a 43.3 percent increase over The Mississippi Link accepts no responsibility for un- city vehicles caught outside and ous, Rainbow PUSH founder Jesse last year’s, proposing a $502.5 mil- solicited materials and in general does not return them damaged too severely to be driven. Jackson Sr., TV show host Tavis lion budget. Member: to sender. Manuscripts and photographs submitted for Home and businessowners had to Smiley, civil rights attorney Vernon Pointing to the dire needs to publication are welcome by The Mississippi Link, but no have all roofs inspected and lined Jarrett, along with Evers family address Jackson’s infrastructure responsibility can be taken for sources considered to be authoritative, because the publication cannot guarantee up for needed repairs. members. problems, the mayor addressed the their accuracy. Reproduction or use, without permission, • Fallen officer Det. Eric T. Smith Thursday, June 13, Evers re- EPA’s consent decree that mandates of editorial or graphic content, is prohibited. remembered in candlelight vigil ceived a permanent place at the $400 million to be spend on water 6 • the mississippi link January 2 - 8, 2014 www.mississippilink.com Native Mississippian Jim Hill High School Bruce Levingston inspires JROTC cadet receives Power APAC students Legion of Valor award The Mississippi Link Newswire Jim Hill High School JROTC Cadet LTC De’Ahnera Manyfield re- ceived the Legion of Valor Bronze Cross Award for Achievement. This is the highest award a JROTC ca- det can earn. It is given each year to the top JROTC cadets across the nation who excel in academics, leadership, and community service. Cadet Manyfield, who serves as cadet battalion commander of JROTC at Jim Hill, is highly qualified for the award. She is ranked No. 1 out of 284 cadets in JROTC, as well as one of the top ca- JPS Supt. Dr. Cedrick Gray, Miss. first lady Deborah Bryant, Gov. Phil Bryant, Power APAC Principal Dr. det leaders in Mississippi. A Marlynn Martin, and Mississippi native and concert pianist Bruce Levingston student in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program The Mississippi Link Newswire Economy” is a yearlong cele- rock ‘n’ roll, and country mu- at Jim Hill, Cadet Manyfield Governor Phil Bryant pro- bration to highlight creative en- sic. Without a creative econo- is ranked No. 7 in her senior claimed 2014 as the “Year of terprises and Mississippi-born my, this would be a dull state.” class of 243 students. She has the Creative Economy” during artists and performers. It will Dr. Marlynn Martin, prin- a GPA of 4.21 on the IB 5.0 a ceremony at Power APAC. He feature both ongoing events cipal of Power APAC said, scale. Cadet Manyfield is also spoke at a concert featuring ac- and new activities throughout “Power APAC demonstrates a strong athlete. She is the Cadet LTC De’Ahnera Manyfield and Maj. Gen. Augustus L. Collins claimed pianist Bruce Levings- the year. It will also highlight that imagination takes students captain of the school’s soft- ton. Levingston is a recording the state’s vast talent across from the valley of the ordinary ball team, a player on the soc- always thinking and is con- Hill’s Veterans’ Day program artist who regularly performs at the creative spectrum and the to the mountain tops of endless cer team, and a former player cerned about trying to help Nov. 7, 2013. On December Carnegie Hall and other major impact it has on the local econ- possibilities in the arts and aca- on the volleyball team. where there is a need. 16, 2013, the Hinds County venues. He inspired students at omy. demics.” According to her JROTC Maj. Gen. Augustus L. Board of Supervisors also the school to go and find their “Our creative economy is Superintendent Dr. Cedrick instructor Maj. Frank Branch, Collins, Adjutant General of honored her with a resolu- dreams. He stated, “I know you one of the state’s true economic Gray and Board members, Tim Cadet Manyfield has high Mississippi, presented the tion for her accomplishments all are so amazingly talented.” drivers,” said Governor Bryant. Collins and Beneta Burt, at- moral character and is very Legion of Valor award to resulting in receiving the The “Year of the Creative “We are the birthplace of blues, tended the event. disciplined, courteous, and Cadet Manyfield during Jim award. EDUCATION | HEALTH

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EDUCATION For the first time, JSU named top Mississippi will fund pre-k military friendly school By Paul Boger State Point Media The Mississippi Link Newswire er learning, MAE’s 2014 year. We believe the guide For the first time in Missis- Military Advanced Edu- Guide to Military-Friendly serves as an invaluable tool sippi’s history, the state will cation (MAE) has awarded Colleges & Universities for both education services provide funding for pre-k ed- Jackson State University the provides potential students officers and transition offi- ucational programs. designation of a Top Mili- with information about in- cers when advising service- The Board of Education tary-Friendly university in stitutions that go out of their members about their educa- awarded grants to eleven pre- its 2014 Guide to Military- way to give back to our men tional opportunities,” said k programs part of the state’s Friendly Colleges & Uni- and women in uniform. Kelly Fodel, MAE’s editor. Early Learning Collaborative versities, recently released Among the attributes con- “I encourage students Act. in print, and available online sidered in evaluating this and ESOs to check out our It’s a program that provides at www.mae-kmi.com. year’s institution for inclu- searchable database online,” early education funding to At Jackson State, Tim sion in the guide are the Fodel said. “We designed communities that have shown Abrams is the director of the flexibility of online learning this database with the mili- both a need for financing, and Veterans and Military Cen- options, extent of transfer tary student in mind. We also a willingness to work ter, which provides services credits accepted by degree want to help them make in- with other organizations like to improve and enhance the level, on-campus ROTC, formed choices, so we are Head Start or non-profits. success of student veter- Servicemember Opportunity giving them access to all Kim Benton helped select not selected to receive grants. “They get the foundation, ans, service members and Colleges (SOC) participa- the survey questions and the eleven programs. She said “I think we also need to be they get the social skills, dependents. The center’s tion, on-campus active duty/ answers provided by the children enrolled in pre-k doing what we can to help im- plus they get the education outreach programs provide veteran assistance, the sup- schools, as well as explana- programs do better in the long prove the quality of program- benefits that are there.” said student support services fo- port provided to the families tions about critical issues run. ming that’s going on out there Wiggins. “In terms of return cused on the special needs of service members, faculty like the schools’ activation “They perform better in even if they’re not falling un- on investment, the money and requirements of today’s trained in veteran reinte- and deployment policies, school,” said Benton. “There’s der one of the grant collabora- can’t be better spent because military student. Services gration issues, presence on withdrawal policies, schol- less retention. They’re more tives.” said Wright. “I think the brain science has shown include: Advising and as- military installations, and arship and financial aid in- likely to graduate. Not just there are ways we can reach children’s brains develop bet- sisting prospective students full-time counselors trained formation and important graduate, but graduate with out and help the folks who are ter and faster and can absorb on the admission process, in veteran-specific mental support information.” those skills necessary for providing that kind of service more at that age than once military education benefits, health concerns, to name a Visit www.mae-kmi.com greater success.” anyway.” you get past that age.” counseling and career re- few. for online access to the 2014 While only 11 programs State Senator Brice Wig- The Early Learning Collab- sources. “Our staff used strict cri- Guide to Military-Friendly were chosen, new State Su- gins, co-authored the bill that orative Act was signed into From community colleges teria to evaluate the submis- Colleges and Universities, perintendent Carey Wright created the E-L-C, He be- law last spring and will pro- to state universities, online sions of the respondents, or pick up a copy of the De- believes the state should do lieves the program is the best vide up to 3 million dollars in universities and nation- and we had a record number cember issue of Military Ad- more to help programs were bang for its buck. funding to pre-k programs. ally known centers of high- of schools participating this vanced Education.

h ea l t h Mississippi doctors perform the first Health care enrollment in-state pancreas transplant growing in Mississippi By Jeffrey Hess By Jeffrey Hess Mississippi Public Broadcasting State Point Media More uninsured Mis- A Mississippi man sissippians are signing up has received a life for health coverage on the saving procedure new insurance exchange. for the first time in December 23 represented the state. Doctors an important deadline for at the University of those without insurance Mississippi Medical who want to be covered as Center have trans- soon as possible. planted a kidney and Dec. 23 was the last day pancreas into a man that Mississippi can enroll who was facing dia- in a new insurance plan and betes related Kidney have it kick in at the start of failure As MPB’s the new year. Jeffrey Hess reports. Enrolling after the Dec. 49-year old Paul 23 means the policy will Davis has lived not start providing cover- with type-1 diabetes age until February. since he was nine The two insurance com- years old. panies that are selling in “Checking my Mississippi, Humana and Humana mobile sign up bus blood sugar 8 times Davis Magnolia, are reporting a a day for the last 15 big increase in enrollment “I think you will years. Giving 4 to 5 shots a abetics. Even not all diabet- after a slow start. see people that day. Doing dialysis,” Davis ics with end stage renal dis- Mitch Lubitz said they sign up in the first said. ease. but there are a select have launched a new ef- couple months of Unpredictable diabetes re- group of patients, such as fort to get as many people the year. I think lated blackouts caused Davis Mr. Davis, who very clearly signed up including a new it is one of those to have multiple car wrecks this will have not only a life website, sales reps on the things that as more and violent encounters with prolonging impact but also ground, and a 24-7 call people get through police. a significant quality of life center. the process, the But that will all change impact as well, Earl said. “Humana believes it is process is much now that he is the first Mis- Davis is not the only per- very important to provide easier now and sissippian to receive a pan- son saved by the organ do- access for all Americans for I think we will ARE THERE CANCER SYNDROMES? creas transplant at UMMC. nor, Kevin Stump with the quality, affordable health continue to see Those with a family history of a the same or related cancers, and “Thats a big relief off me Mississippi Organ Recovery coverage. And we want to increased enroll- particular type of cancer may not only the younger they were at diagnosis, knowing I am not going Agency said five separate educate and enroll as many ment,” Dees said. be at higher risk of developing the the stronger your family history. down hill I am picking my- organs were transplanted people in Mississippi who Outreach events same variety of cancer, they may also When a patient and those who care have a higher risk of developing other about them are confronted with a self back up,” Davis said. from one person at the hos- are uninsured and their and mobile sign up types of cancers. This finding, which cancer diagnosis, many problems The surgery, which hap- pital. families,” Lubitz said. buses have been has recently emerged from a large and challenges will arise. Trying pened earlier this month, “A heart was transplanted Lubitz said they have no- c r i s s - c r o s s i n g network of case-controlled studies, to cope with these problems is is also the first time that a into an individual. A liver ticed an increase in enroll- suggests that there may be “cancer much easier when patients have the state to enroll syndromes” among close relatives. information and resources available pancreas and a kidney have was transplanted into an in- ment but did not have up- Mississippians be- If so, it may mean that genetic factors to them. THE MISSISSIPPI CANCER been transplanted at the dividual. The other kidney dated numbers available. fore open enroll- influence several types of cancers. INSTITIUTE offers a level of caring same time. was transplanted into an in- However, the other com- This finding has the potential to exert and compassion you can only find ment closes at the significant impact upon screening at home. To schedule a consultation, Davis’s case is very spe- dividual and then Mr. Davis pany Magnolia did have an end of March. and diagnosis of certain cancers. please call (601) 249-5510. We are cific, and pancreas trans- got the Kidney/pancreas. updated total saying they An estimated More research is needed to confirm located at 1501 Aston Avenue. Among plants only work on type- And the lungs from this do- have signed up over 15 275-thousand un- and expand upon the results. In the the findings in the study mentioned meantime, it is important for patients above is that there is increased risk one diabetics with severe nor were also transplanted hundred people, which is insured Mississip- to make known their family histories of prostate cancer among men with complications. into an individual at another double the total from both pians are eligible of cancer to their doctors. first-degree relatives who had bladder But UMMC doctor Mark transplant center,” Stump companies at the end of for the private- The more relatives who have had cancer. Earl said for those Missis- said. November. federally subsi- sippians it is a big step. The hospital can now per- Jason Dees with Mag- dized insurance “Its not for everybody that form liver, kidney and pan- nolia said he expects that sold on the ex- is for sure. It is not for all di- creas transplants. number to grow rapidly. change. 8 • THE mississippi link January 2 - 8, 2014 www.mississippilink.com

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By Daphne Higgins readers, to share your celebra- Religion Editor tions and many of you have, For the past but there are so many of you two weeks, I who are probably thinking that God’s people shared various you don’t have anything to By Rev. Leon Collier Bible verses share, well, you’re wrong. stage by permitting this to hap- many people were sad…even been made a slave. Some church Special to The Mississippi Link with you while I am thankful to all of you pen. Christ Himself cried because folk walk by sight and not by exclaiming my for allowing me to share all of Today, we Dave Early, a professor at Lib- Lazarus was His friend also. faith and as a result they are in jubilation re- the wonderful things that God shall deal with erty University and Liberty Theo- This too was a big mess until Je- bondage one way or another. garding the Christmas and New has done for me and my fam- only one point. logical Seminary said, “When sus worked a miracle and raised What did Jehoshaphat do since Year’s holidays. ily and I know that I am not the Sometimes God God is going to do something Lazarus from the dead. he didn’t react with physical Well, , here I am - still cel- only one who is celebrating. permits huge wonderful, He begins with diffi- I believe the fact that three na- warfare? Jehoshaphat did three ebrating and I pray that you are Our God is all powerful and problems for His culty; but when God is going to tions rose up against Judah just things: (1) He prayed and (2) too. through Him, we all have done people so we can do something very wonderful, He meant that those nations were fasted (2 Chronicles 20:3). Keep I am still celebrating the much and the beauty of it all is; get used to Him doing miracles. begins with a huge mess.” three times as jealous and Judah in mind he had a huge prob- birth of my savior, the blessing He is not finished with us yet. Who was Jehoshaphat? When He went on to say that if you was three times more powerful lem (multiple nations had risen of seeing a New Year and each This year is filled with so I tell you a few things about King follow miracles in the scripture than them because of the Lord, against him. So, prayer alone was new day that comes with it, the many possibilities for each of Jehoshaphat you will understand every miracle followed closely but God permitted it so His peo- not enough. It had to be accom- love of my family and friends, us and that means even more why Satan raised up three nations on the heels of a big mess. Some ple could see that He is able to do panied by fasting. If you have a and the joy of knowing that no opportunities to let others against him. He had a zeal for examples include: anything. larger than normal size problem, matter what I do or where I go, know what God has done for us true religion, and had firm faith in (1) Abraham’s wife, Sarah en- The people in Jehoshaphat’s you will need to include fasting I am protected by the love of all, so as this New Year contin- God. He thoroughly cleansed the dured 90 years of the humiliation day had heard about the Red Sea with your prayers or you may not my Heavenly Father. ues to develop, please join us in land from idolatry and restored for not being able to bear chil- miracles, they heard about water get an answer. Wow, with so much to cele- celebrating. true worship and provided reli- dren. This indeed was a big mess coming from a rock, they had Jehoshaphat gathered the brate, I should never have a bad Remember the verse that gious instruction for the people. until God permitted her to give heard about manna from heaven, people together for (3) corporate day, uh? Well, if only that were I often share with you - Isa- His government prospered at birth to a miracle child, Isaac. but it was not something they had prayer (2 Chronicles 20:4-13). He true. I am not isolated from iah 52:7 (NIV), which reads: home and abroad. (2) Moses led a million ex- experienced. So, God wanted to didn’t gather them for a physical having a bad day or days but “How beautiful on the moun- Now I see why Satan raised slaves to freedom only to find get them used to miracles in their war, but rather he gathered them that should not stop me from tains are the feet of those who idol worshipping nations against themselves boxed in with the Red own day so He permitted a huge to do spiritual warfare first. The continuing to “get my praise bring good news, who proclaim Jehoshaphat. He destroyed idols Sea in front of them, mountains problem so He could do so. battle for Christians always starts on.” peace, who bring good tidings, which are instruments of Satan to on the left and mountains on the One writer said Jehoshaphat on their knees. I know that there will be mo- who proclaim salvation, who receive worship. Jehoshaphat was right and Pharaoh’s army behind had a huge problem/mess (three Here again, when facing a ments when I probably will not say to Zion, Your God reigns!” a King and made a huge impact them in hot pursuit. This indeed nations against him). What was huge problem out of the ordinary have a smile on your face or that The Mississippi Link, a mes- on the people for the Lord. No was a big mess until God parted he going to do? To surrender simple prayer won’t do. You must I will even think a bad thought senger for news in and around wonder Satan wanted to destroy the Red Sea and the Israelites meant slavery and if he tried to incorporate fasting along with a or thoughts. When these come, the state of Mississippi, would him. If you are not doing anything walked through on dry land. fight back that meant suicide be- group of prayer warriors for God I know that they are trials that like to serve as your personal in God’s Kingdom you won’t (3) Daniel was thrown into a cause he was out numbered. to move in your circumstances. are placed in front of me as a messenger to share your news have to ever worry about Satan lion’s den and was in a big mess But Jehoshaphat did neither. Next week, we’ll discuss the test. Because I am human, I and the news of your places of causing you huge problems. until God worked a miracle and He didn’t try to fight immediately six things God did. also know that there will be worship and visit. Satan raised three nations locked the lion’s jaws so they and he certainly didn’t surren- You may reach Pastor Collier many tests that I will fail, but Contact Daphne M. Higgins against Judah. This was a huge could bite Daniel. der. Had he surrendered because at 601.260.3016, 601.855.7898 the love of God will never fail at religion@mississippilink. problem. But God was setting the (4) Jesus let Lazarus die and of how it looked he would have or e-mail [email protected]. me and because of that, I will com. Fax 601-896-0091 or always celebrate. mail your information to The As the religion editor of this Mississippi Link, 2659 Livings- Success comes for local author after “I Made It” newspaper, I often ask you, our ton Road, Jackson, MS 39213. The Mississippi Link Newswire predecessor to” I Made It.” Af- human resource Jackson, Miss. native Gigi ter receiving her masters’ degree, management in p re s er v e d Gates recently announced the re- Gates decided to write these books February 2006. lease of her latest book, “I Made and self publish a guide to open That same year, It” now available at Xlibris Pub- the readers’ eyes as they journey she established lishing Company, UK. to the “Island of Success.” “I’m a a human re- In her latest book, Gates tells mother first, but I love the joy I get source consult- Regifting how to recognize the destiny God from helping people. I hope my ing firm which has given everyone to achieve his books will bless someone along focuses on the or her personal dreams and goals. their way to discovering who they employee to en- As a mother, community activist are.” Gates said. sure the clients God’s grace and active church member, Gates The author attended Johnson have the skills By Shewanda Riley uses her own experiences as ex- Elementary School, Bailey Ju- needed to be ing to others. These people act Columnist amples of how anyone can over- nior High School, and Murrah marketable and as Jesus’ hands extended regift- come their trials and tribulations High School, all in Jackson. After compete in the R e g i f t i n g . ing his grace and love to others. by following her intuitive guide to graduating from high school, she workforce. Chances are you In the last year, I’ve had the success. attended Stillman College in Tus- In November have either done chance to be both the giver of Gates accepted the Lord at an caloosa, Ala., where she received 2009, Gates began writing her God will help you manifest your it or have had it and receiver of words of en- early age and received her initial her Bachelor of Arts degree in book titled: Troubles Come To goals into reality. “Trouble comes, done to you. couragement. When I was un- spiritual guidance from her grand- business administration with a MakeYou Stronger On The Way but we must take control to change And for many sure and doubtful about person- parents, the late Rev. Dr. C. F. Jor- concentration in marketing. Up To Success.” She said that our circumstances,” Gates said.’ people, regift- al and professional decisions dan and the late Henrine Jordan After graduating from Stillman, this title was given by God. That Gates, one of four children, ing is the simplest way to get I’d made, I was given words and parents the late Robert Lee she moved to Chicago, where she same year, a friend suggested, is a firm believer that everyone rid of presents that you received of encouragement that shifted Bob Smith Sr. and Mary Jordan resided for four and a half years. based on Gates’ information and has goals and dreams. She said, that you don’t want. my focus from my worries of Smith. She returned to Jackson, in July, knowledge from life experienc- “Some people just don’t know I had a conversation with my the present to the promises of It was shortly after she received 1994. In August, 1994, Gates be- es, that she should share them. how they are going to make their parents last week about regift- the future. Months later, when a her M.B.A. that God called her came a single parent of a baby girl. “At this point, I began to write dreams a reality.” ing Christmas gifts. Both me friend was in a similar position to not only become a living tes- In 2004, she decided to continue down topics that were near and Gigi Gates is available for and my mother agreed that questioning things that were timony, but also to help others as her education and received her dear to me. I want to help and lectures, group discussions and we’d done it because it was a happening in his life, I was able they struggled to find their way to masters degree. encourage someone along their speaking engagements throughout way to be a blessing to others. to offer him similar words of glorifying God in their own lives. She later attended the Univer- walk in this life. I did not know the Jackson metropolitan area. Then one of the morning news encouragement. Even though Gates’ first book, entitled “Trou- sity of Phoenix online. She com- why the Lord gave me this title, She can be contacted by call- shows did a story about the best some friends told me to send bles Come to Make You Stronger pleted the required courses to but now I do.” ing 601-937-0749 or email: gasg. way the to regift. One of the him on his way because he had on the Way up to Success” is the obtain a masters in management/ Gates is a living testimony that [email protected] ways they mentioned was to too much “drama, ” I had to re- add a little something of your gift the gift of God’s grace. own to your gift before you Another way to regift Jesus give it to somebody else. For to others is to speak words of Songs of praise are important to worship and culture example, if someone gave you encouragement. 1 Thessalo- a candle, they suggested buying nians 5:11 says “therefore en- The Mississippi Link Newswire After a period of time, minis- al relationship between the slave birth that was created from the old a nice candleholder to go along courage one another and build Songs of praise are a very im- ters and members, who consid- singer and God. Negro spirituals. New gospel songs with it. each other up.” Encourage- portant part of worship in African ered themselves more educated Code words that were added to were being created with lyrics that Later, I thought about how ment isn’t necessarily deeply American history. than those who participated in the many of the songs and the lyrics be- were inspired by the social prob- we do the same thing with the spiritual; sometimes it’s just The website, www.negrospirtu- shouts, placed a ban on it. came a way slaves could commu- lems of the time such as segrega- gift that God gave of his only sincere words that uplift and als.com reports that the first Negro During that same period, some nicate their plans to each other to tion, lack of love, etc. During this son Jesus. I thought about how inspire others. These can be as spirituals were inspired by African African American religious sing- become free. Songs such as “Swing era such songs as “We Shall Over- we regift Jesus to others. Some simple as “You can make it!” music even if the tunes were not ing was referred to as “moaning or Low, Sweet Chariot” which re- come” and “This Little Light of present lives that honor God or “Things are going to get bet- far from those of hymns. Some of groaning.” The process is a rendi- ferred to the Underground Rail- Mine” were the more popular ones through words and actions. ter” or “You are smart/hand- them, which were called shouts, tion of a song, often mixed with road, helped many slaves escape. of the day. Others regift God’s love with some/beautiful.” These simple were accompanied with dancing, humming and spontaneous melodic Following the Civil War, spiritu- During this period, many gospel hypocrisy. words may seem insignificant including hand clapping and foot variations. als continued to be sung at church- songs developed a more contempo- Matthew 6:4 says that we but to those who need to hear tapping. Many years before the Civil War, es. Some hymns were changed rary beat. Edwin Hawkins created should “give our gifts in pri- them, they can transform a life. The site explains the origin of African Americans would hold slightly and became known as Dr. one of the first pop-gospel songs vate, and our Father, who sees Some might forget about big shouts by describing laying out the camp meetings and sing without Watts, or long-meter songs because “Oh Happy Day,” which has be- everything, will reward you.” gift giving until next Christmas events that often took place after a hymnbooks. Spontaneous spiritual the tempos were very low. Dr. come a classic. For some, regifting Jesus fol- but we should always remem- regular worship service. Congre- songs were born on the spot. This Watts wrote many hymns during Although Hawkins became the lows this model. They give their ber to regift God’s grace. gations were asked to stay for a eventually led to the evolution of the early 1700’s, that were later in- pioneer to the type of music that time, talent or treasure in sup- Shewanda Riley is the author “ring shout.” It was a survival of spiritual songs moving into the troduced to the slaves. The melody so many enjoy today, it goes with- port of community organiza- of the Essence best-seller “Love primitive African dance. The men work areas of the slaves. Because of the hymns were changed many out saying that all forms of African tions. Others might take it one Hangover: Moving From Pain and women arranged themselves Negro spirituals are Christian years later as preachers began to American music cater to a broad- step further and create commu- to Purpose after a Relationship in a ring, the music started (perhaps songs, this was allowed. Eventually, teach the hymns to their congre- range of people everywhere. The nity organizations or ministries ends” and “Writing to the Beat with a spiritual) and the ring began songs were created that only Chris- gations - which consisted of many gospel message continues to be one that help others. Rather than of God’s Heart: Prayers for to move, at first slowly, then with tian slaves understood because the who could not read. of God’s goodness and mercy in seek the “spotlight,” they work Writers.” She can be reached at quickening pace. songs described the slaves’ person- The site also references a new any beat. behind the scenes being a bless- [email protected].

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Rickey Smiley and Sherri Sheppard to host Moving the Masses Toward the Mission of the Master 29th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Mississippi performers Stellar Awards Categories: to take the stage too Category #1 • Tasha Cobbs, Grace, Emi Gospel (Motown Gospel) Artist Of The Year • Vicki Yohe, Free Worshipper, Shanachie Entertainment Special to The Mississippi Link • Bishop Paul S. Morton, Best Days Yet, Tehillah Music/Light Stand-up comedians turned tele- Records/Entertainment One Category #15 Sunday vision hosts, The View’s Sherri • Tamela Mann, Best Days, Tillyman Music Traditional Female Vocalist Of The Year • Tasha Cobbs, Grace, Emi Gospel (Motown Gospel) • Jekalyn Carr, Greater Is Coming, Lunjeal/Malaco Worship Services Shepherd and syndicated radio • Tye Tribbett, Greater Than, Motown Gospel • Shirley Caesar, Good God, Light Records/Entertainment personality Rickey Smiley (Dish One 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Nation), will inject new energy as Category #2 • Tamela Mann, Best Days, Tillyman Music Sunday School 9:30 a.m. co-hosts of the 29th Annual Stel- Song Of The Year • Twinkie Clark, Twinkie Clark Live & Unplugged, Larry Clark • Anthony Brown, Testimony – Anthony Brown & Group Ther- Gospel, Llc lar Gospel Music Awards. The an- Shepherd apy, Tyscot Music & Entertainment nual salute to Gospel music, The • Donald Lawrence, Your Best Days Yet – Best Days Yet, Te- Category #16 Monday Stellar Awards will be held at the hillah Music/Light Records/Entertainment One Contemporary Cd Of The Year Intercessory Prayer 9:00 a.m. Nashville Municipal Auditorium • Kirk Franklin, Take Me To The King – Best Days, Tillyman • Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Anthony Brown & Group Music Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014. • Williams Reagan, Break Every Chain – Grace, Emi Gospel • Fred Hammond United Tenors, United Tenors Hammond Wednesday Michael T. Williams In addition to the awards cer- (Motown Gospel) Hollister Roberson Wilson, Rca Inspiration emony, there are a number of an- • Tasha Cobbs, Grace, Emi Gospel (Motown Gospel) Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. Pastor cillary activities that celebrate and Category #3 • Tye Tribbett, Greater Than, Motown Gospel Male Vocalist Of The Year Classes: Children • Youth • Adult - 7:00p.m. recognize outstanding achieve- • Bishop Paul S. Morton, Best Days Yet, Tehillah Music/Light Category #17 ment in the genre which are open Records/Entertainment One Traditional Cd Of The Year to the public, including the Stellar Smiley • Jonathan Nelson, Finish Strong, Karew Records • Bishop Paul S. Morton, Best Days Yet, Tehillah Music/Light Awards Pre-Show Friday, Jan. 17, • Tye Tribbett, Greater Than, Motown Gospel Records/Entertainment One • Vashawn Mitchell, Created4this, Emi Gospel (Motown Gos- • Hezekiah Walker, Azusa: The Next Generation, Rca Inspira- at 7 p.m. and the Stellar Gospel pel) tion Radio Awards and Showcase Sat- • John P. Kee, Life & Favor, Kee Music Group urday, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. Category #4 • Tamela Mann, Best Days, Tillyman Music Brandon Mitchell & SWAP Albertina Walker Female Vocalist Of The Year • Shirley Caesar, Good God, Light Records/Entertainment (Singers With A Purpose) which One Category #18 includes Mitchell and singers: • Tamela Mann, Best Days, Tillyman Music Urban/Inspirational Single Or Performance Of The Year Chiquita Adams, Rhandi Adams, • Tasha Cobbs, Grace, Emi Gospel (Motown Gospel) • Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Testimony - Anthony Maiya Bevers, Charence Higgins, • Twinkie Clark, Twinkie Clark Live & Unplugged, Larry Clark Brown & Group Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment Mitchell Gospel, Llc • Fred Hammond United Tenors, Here In Our Praise - United Trinity McClain, Birdon Mitchell Tenors Hammond Hollister Roberson Wilson, Rca Inspiration III, Brittany Mitchell, and Carlissa • Tamela Mann, Take Me To The King - Best Days, Tillyman Simpson perform live during the 2014 YES LORD Category #5 Music 1750 Radio Anniversary Celebration, an ancillary event of Group/Duo Of The Year • Tye Tribbett, If He Did It Before…Same God - Greater Than, • Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Anthony Brown & Group Motown Gospel the weekend activities, in Nashville, January 16-19, Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment 2014. • Fred Hammond United Tenors, United Tenors Hammond www.nhcms.org For the second year in a row a gospel music new- Hollister Roberson Wilson, Rca Inspiration Category #19 comer shares the top spot with an established artist • Israel And New Breed, Jesus At The Center, Rgm New Music Video Of The Year Breed/Integrity • Brand X, Testimony - Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, on the nominee list, with Anthony Brown & Group • John P. Kee And New Life, Life & Favor, Kee Music Group Tyscot Music And Entertainment Therapy earning eight nominations for their freshman • Pajam, God’s Got It – V4: The Other Side Of Victory, Pajam/ effort, “Testimony.” Nominations include “Song of Category #6 Rca Inspiration the Year,” “Contemporary Group/Duo of the Year,” New Artist Of The Year • Bobby Yan, Turning Around For Me – Created4this, Emi • Alexis Spight, L.O.L. (Living Out Loud), Music World Gospel Gospel (Motown Gospel) and “Contemporary CD of the Year.” Joining them • Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Anthony Brown & Group • Russell Hall, Jesus At The Center, Rgm New Breed/Integrity at the top of the nominee list, Ty Tribbett’s “Greater Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment Than” tied “Testimony” for the most recognition with • Jekalyn Carr, Greater Is Coming, Lunjeal/Malaco Category #20 eight nominations for “Artist of the Year,” “Male • Tasha Cobbs, Grace, Emi Gospel (Motown Gospel) Traditional Choir Of The Year • Hezekiah Walker, Azusa: The Next Generation, Rca Inspira- Vocalist of the Year,” “CD of the Year,”College “Producer Hill Missionary Baptist Church Category #7 tion of the Year,” “Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Cd Of The Year • John P. Kee, Life & Favor, Kee Music Group Year,” “Contemporary CD of the Year,” Since“Urban/ 1907 In- • AnthonyB BrownIBLE & GroupB ASEDTherapy, Anthony•C BrownHRIST & GroupC ENTERED• Shekinah Glory Ministry,• H Surrender,OLY S KingdomPIRIT Records,L ED Inc. spirational Single or Performance of the Year,” and Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment • The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship Ministry Of Wor- • Tamela Mann,SUNDAY: Best Days, Tillyman MusicWorship Services ship, One Sound, Tehillah/Entertainment One “Praise and Worship CD of the Year.” • Tasha Cobbs, Grace, Emi Gospel (Motown8:00 Gospel) a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Other artists to receive multiple nominations in- • Tye Tribbett, Greater Than, Motown GospelSunday School 9:30Category a.m. #21 clude Tamela Mann and Tasha Cobbs with seven Contemporary Choir Of The Year nominations each and going head-to-head in the Category #8 • Dexter Walker & Zion Movement, Greater Than Before, How 1600 Florence AvenueChoir Of TheMONDAY: Year Intercessory PrayerSweet 9:00 The a.m.Sound/Eone Music hotly-contested “Albertina Walker Female Vocalist • Earl Bynum & The Mount Unity Choir, Bishop K.W. Brown • Earl Bynum & The Mount Unity Choir, Bishop K.W. Brown of the Year” and “CD of the Year” categories;Jackson, gospelMS 39204 Presents Earl Bynum & The Mount Unity Choir, K.W. Brown Presents Earl Bynum & The Mount Unity Choir, K.W. Brown great Fred Hammond United Tenors withPh: six 601-355-2670 nomina- MinistriesWEDNESDAY: Prayer Service 6:30Ministries p.m. tions, including “Contemporary CD of theFax: Year” 601-355-0760 and • Hezekiah Walker, Azusa: The Next Generation, Rca Inspira- • Hart Ramsey & The Ncc Family Choir, Next Now!, Prayer tion Classes: Children Closet/Entertainment• Youth • Adult One - 7:00 p.m. “Group/Duo of the Year”; and also vying for “Group/ • Shekinah Glory Ministry, Surrender, Kingdom Records, Inc. • Larry Callahan & Selected Of God, The Evolution Ii, Sing 2 Duo of the Year” honors, contender John P. Kee & • The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship Ministry Of Wor- Praise Records Life receives four additional nods for the CDwww.collegehillchurch.org “Life ship, One Sound, Tehillah/Entertainment One • [email protected] Shekinah Glory of Favor.” Category #23 Category #9 Special Event Cd Of The Year “As a life-long fan of gospel music it is truly an Producer Of The Year • Hezekiah Walker, Azusa: The Next Generation, Rca Inspira- Baptist Church honor to host the 29th Annual Stellar Gospel Music • Justin Savage, Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Tyscot tion Awards,” said host Sherri Shepherd. “I especially Music And Entertainment • The Rance Allen Group, Amazing Grace, Tyscot Music And “Shining the Radiant look forward to sharing the stage with my co-host • Fred Hammond & Derek “Dc” Clark, United Tenors Ham- Entertainment mond Hollister Roberson Wilson, Rca Inspiration • Twinkie Clark, Twinkie Clark Live & Unplugged, Larry Clark Light of His Glory” Rickey Smiley, together we plan to keep you engaged • Myron Butler & Kirk Franklin, Best Days, Tillyman Music Gospel, Llc and maybe laughing a little too.” • Tye Tribbett & Brandon Jones, Greater Than, Motown Gos- • Various Artists, Wow Gospel 2013, Rca Inspiration Hailed as “gospel music’s biggest night,” this pel WEEKLYACTIVITIES year’s Stellar Gospel Music Awards will feature live Category #24 Category #10 Rap Hip Hop Gospel Cd Of The Year Sunday 9:30 a.m. Fulfillment Hour (Sunday School) performances by Hezekiah Walker, Donald Law- Contemporary Group/Duo Of The Year • Bizzle, The Good Fight, God Over Money Records New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church rence, Shirley Ceasar, Erica Campbell, Anthony • Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Anthony Brown & Group • Derek Minor, Minorville, Reach Records Pastor, Dr. F. R.11:00 Lenoir a.m. Morning Worship Service Brown & Group Therapy, Isaac Carree, The Winans Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment • Lecrae, Gravity, Reach Records Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Brothers, and Tasha Cobbs among others. • Fred Hammond United Tenors, United Tenors Hammond • Thi’sl, Free From The Trap, Full Ride Music Group, Llc Sunday Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Hollister Roberson Wilson, Rca Inspiration “I am once again humbled by the continued growth Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Prayer Time & Bible Study • Israel And New Breed, Jesus At The Center, Rgm New Category #25 Live Radio Broadcast of the Stellar Awards, which this year lead us to move Breed/Integrity Childrens Project Of The Year Thursday6:30 p.m. AWOADdult Choir AM 1300 Rehearsal - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. to a bigger venue - double the size of the Grand Ole • Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis, Live In Memphis, Epm Music • Jekalyn Carr, Greater Is Coming, Lunjeal/Malaco Opry,” said Don Jackson, founder and executive pro- Group/Entertainment One • Kse Sunshine Band, Children In Perfected Praise, Indepen- dent Saturday 11:00 a.m. Youth & Young Adult Choir Rehearsal ducer of the Stellar Awards. “The time, talent and Category #11 • Nyasia, Shooting Star Ep, Inspiring Dreams Entertainment commitment exhibited by the artists continues to Traditional Group/Duo Of The Year Llc make our sold out live show a must see event. I am • John P. Kee And New Life,Bishop Life & Favor, RKeeonnie Music Group C. •C Pure-N-Heart,rudup, Alphaeus Sr. Anderson Presents The Best Of Please join us in any or all of these activities. You are WELCOME! thankful to the gospel music community for all their • Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr1770 Singers, E llisBless Avenue This House, • Rca Jackson, Pure-N-Heart MS Kids 39204 & Teens 10 Years & Introducing Pure-N- Inspiration Heart Movement, Music2changeu Records OFFICE. 601-371-1427 • FAX. 601-371-8282 support.” • The Gospel Legends, Pieces Of Life, Humility Music 485 W. Northside Drive“A Church • Jackson, Preparing MS for a In addition to recognizing the year’s most out- • The Rance Allen Group, Amazingwww Grace,.newhor Tyscot Musicizonchurchms.org And Category #26 601-981-4979 • Bro. KarlHome E Not Twyner, Built by pastor Man” standing contributions in gospel music, The Stellar Entertainment Fan Favorite Quartet Of The Year New Bethel M. B. Church • 450 Culberston Ave. • Jackson, MS 39209 Awards also bestow special honors upon Hezekiah • Doc Mckenzie & The Hi-Lites, Blessed, Ophir Entertainment 601-969-3481/969-3482 • Fax # 601-969-1957 • E-Mail: [email protected] Category #12 S U N D A• TheY Mighty Gospel Warriors, A Warriors Journey Continue, Walker, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Contemporary Male Vocalist Of The9:00 Year a.m. - WorshipIndependent Services Pastor Maceo Woods. Vicki Winans will present the • Anthony Brown, Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Tyscot • The Gospel Legends, Pieces Of Life, Humility Music Lifetime Achievement award to Walker highlighting Music And Entertainment W E D N E S • DThe MightyA Y Clouds Of Joy, All That I Am, Chapter One, Mcg his impressive career in gospel music; Kirk Franklin • Fred Hammond, United Tenors Hammond Hollister Rober- Records/South Central Music HHolyoly TTempleemple M.B.M.B. ChurChurchch son Wilson, Rca Inspiration 7:00 p.m. - Bible Class will present the Most Notable Achievement Award to • Tye Tribbett, Greater Than, Motown Gospel Category #27 5077 Cabaniss Circle - Jackson, MS 39209 Congresswoman Lee recognizing the leadership role • Vashawn Mitchell, Created4this,T EmiV GospelB (MotownR O GosA- DRecordedC A MusicS PackagingT Of The Year (601) 922-6588; [email protected] she played in Congress passing the bill naming the pel) 8:00 a.m. - Channel 14• Melanie (Comcast) Scott Q Creative Designs, Anthony Brown & Group month of September Gospel Music Heritage Month; Therapy, Tyscot Music And Entertainment Sunday School - 8 a.m. Category #13 • Kelvin Chappell & Benita Bellamy, Bishop K.W. Brown and Dr. Bobby Jones will present the Legends Award Sunday Morning Worship - 9:30 a.m. Traditional Male Vocalist Of The Year Presents Earl Bynum & The Mount Unity Choir, K.W. Brown Tuesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. to Pastor Maceo Woods. • Bishop Paul S. Morton,Prayer Best Days Everyday: Yet, Tehillah Music/Light 6 a.m.Ministries and 6 p.m. The show will air on the UP television network live Records/Entertainment One • Patrick Dopson, Best Days, Tillyman Music Jan. 18, and in broadcast syndication on 150 stations • John P. Kee, Life & Favor, Kee Music Group • Bj Shores, Greater Than, Motown Gospel • Rance Allen, Amazing Grace, Tyscot Music And Entertain- in over 125 markets around the country from Janu- ment Category #28 ary 18 through March 2, 2013. The live taping at the • William Murphy, God Chaser, Rca Inspiration Praise And Worship Cd Of The Year Nashville Municipal Auditorium is open to the pub- • Israel And New Breed, Jesus At The Center, Rgm New “The Church That’s on the Move for Christ lic and tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster Category #14 Breed/Integrity Contemporary Female Vocalist Of The Year • Tamela Mann, Best Days, Tillyman Music for Such a Time as This” (www.ticketmaster.com). 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Chavis Jr. and Vice President Biden to the Law graduate and a seasoned Okay, hope- and moving forward (raises hand consumers, U.S. adults who own a NNPA Columnist White House in 2016 should first expert on community develop- fully, we can all and count me in). laptop/notebook, computer, smart- The 2016 na- be made in context of establishing ment and health care issues with sit back and catch For instance, working moms are phone and tablet, to be more social tional elections continuity with the Obama admin- a particular commitment to ending our breath for a more likely to thrive on all varieties and a bit more curious about exotic are not that far istration’s progress in economic poverty for all people. few minutes as of coffee, and enjoy specialty cof- cultures (27 percent) and cuisine. away. It is timely revival, ending poverty, and pro- Let’s be clear: they should 2014 rolls in. Our fee packages. Working moms are Great gifts would have been coffee and important that viding leadership in implementing not be elected because they are adrenaline levels 23 percent more likely than other gift cards, as they are 66 percent we not wait until a more inclusive national agenda women; they should be elected should be getting back to normal. consumer groups to visit the local more likely to visit a coffee house/ then to begin hav- for the empowerment of all people because they are qualified to lead The holiday hustle and bustle is pizza place, so it makes sense that a bar. ing constructive discussions about who strive for a better quality of our nation. And those who profess over. The gifts have been given and pizza stone and ingredients would Fifty-four percent of this con- who should be given the opportu- life in the United States. to have a problem with electing received - loved or ready to be re- have been a good gift. Other great sumer group was more likely to nity and responsibility to succeed It is long overdue for qualified two women didn’t complain when turned. presents would have been a tablet buy a Blu-Ray player. They also President Barack Obama. and experienced women to be we’ve elected two men throughout How did you fare this year? PC or any kind of home décor or have their eyes peeled for the lat- The questions of the future of elected president and vice presi- the history of this nation. Were you able to find the perfect decorative storage pieces. est restaurant ratings guide for their politics, economics and equal dent of the United States. Here’s We all remember the tremen- present for your folks and every- Sports fans for purposes of this city. justice should never be avoided. a way to do both at one time: I dous surge in voter turnout in 2008 thing (or at least a gift or two) on survey, were defined as U.S. adults The final category in the survey Especially given all the voter propose and endorse the election and again in 2012. And we know your kids’ list to Santa this year? who say they’re interested in the were the status seekers. You know suppression enactments in many of Hillary Diane Rodham Clinton what created that enthusiasm. How about that ideal surprise for MLB, NBA, NFL or NHL (Well, - the “hostess with the most-est.” states over the last two years, we as the next president of the United There are real repressive forces, your significant other? Or that the sports fan in my house is not They love to entertain and are near- should be more vigilant about be- States and Michelle LaVaughn however, that are now at work to friend who you always have a hard technically an adult yet, but, I think ly three times more likely to open ing politically conscious and civi- Robinson Obama as the next vice increase systematic efforts to sup- time finding the perfect gift? this applies to him, too). their homes to guests. cally active. president of the United States in press voting rights and voter turn- We know that African-Ameri- We know that sports fans (no The status seekers are 50 percent My motive, therefore, is to stim- 2016. out for both the mid-term 2014 cans are powerful consumers and matter the age) can never get more likely to plan to purchase a ulate a proactive dialogue now Think about how millions and and 2016 national elections. that consumers across-the-board enough sports stuff. These con- video game system, so that’s an about the possibilities for viable millions of voters would readily We cannot afford to go back- fall into very specific categories. sumers are 36 percent more likely awesome gift choice. And, inter- candidates for the next national desire with great enthusiasm to wards. We need to keep the for- Even though we may not have than others to shop at a sporting estingly, they are 43 percent more elections. have the historic opportunity to ward thrust of the progress of the consciously thought about it while goods store for equipment or gear. likely to have attended an R&B/ Even with three more years vote for two former first ladies of Obama-Biden administration into making our lists and checking them They love tickets to any game and Rap/Hip Hop concert in the past 12 in office, I believe that President the U.S. to be president and vice a Clinton-Obama administration twice in the stores or online, chanc- are nearly three times more likely months. Obama will be judged by history president. in 2016. The future of America es are we automatically classified to purchase sporting events tickets It has been my great pleasure as one of the most effective presi- Today, Hillary Clinton and Mi- and the world will once again be our gift recipients into consumer themselves (hint, hint for future to bring these kinds of consumer dents ever. chelle Obama are the most popu- at stake. groups, as was encouraged by con- gift-giving). insights to you over the last four He will be credited for leading lar and well respected women in The political and public dis- sumer insights from research for Sports enthusiasts want to be years. No matter what consumer the recovery and revival of the the nation. But this is not to be course will need a new stimulus in Nielsen. able to enjoy their games on multi- preference category you or those U.S. economy by encouraging the reduced to a mere popularity con- order to arouse a massive turnout Now, this might seem a little “af- ple screens and are 34 percent more you gifted fall into, I encourage you passage of the $787 million Amer- test. The truth is both Hillary Clin- of voters who will be committed ter the fact,” but these insights are likely to purchase HDTVs and 38 to always choose wisely. ican Recovery and Reinvestment ton and Michelle Obama are very to a progressive agenda and fur- not only fun but studying our trends percent more likely to spring for a You’ve got the power. And don’t Act, with Wall Street reaching its qualified, experienced and capable ther socioeconomic transforma- as consumers helps businesses craft tablet PC. forget to chat with us on Twitter or highest investment level, ending of leading the United States. tion of our society and nation into the messages and outreach strate- Then we’ve got our arts enthu- Facebook, so we can keep the con- the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, Hillary Clinton, a Yale law a better place. What’s your view? gies to engage us and better meet siasts, who love all things fine art. versation going. getting the Affordable Care Act graduate, former U.S. Secretary of Who will you support? Who will our needs (and their bottom line) Twelve percent of those surveyed Cheryl Pearson-McNeil is se- passed by Congress, rebooting the State and U.S. senator is an expert you vote for? Let the debate begin. down the road. who classified themselves as such, nior vice president of Public Af- U.S auto industry, signing the Lil- on both domestic and foreign pol- “Forward ever, backward nev- This year’s gift guide survey fo- appreciate donating (or charitable fairs and Government Relations ly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act ensuring icy. The Democratic Party will be er!” This is not a time for cynicism cused on five consumer categories: donations made in their name) to for Nielsen. For more information equal pay for women, signing into victorious in 2016 if Hillary Clin- or pessimism. We must envision working moms, sports fans, arts arts organizations. and studies go to www.nielsen.com. law the Fair Sentencing Act that ton is nominated for president. the future for tomorrow out of enthusiasts, connected consumers These consumers are 48 per- Follow Us on Twitter @Nielsen- significantly reduced the sentenc- Of course, the vice presidential how we see the present today. I and status seekers. cent more likely to do yoga/pilates Knows #AAConsumer13. Like us ing disparities in drug laws that candidate in 2016 will be chosen see the Hillary Clinton-Michell According to the survey, the (kinda artsy, I guess) and are 41 on Facebook: wwwfacebook.com/ have been devastating for African by the nominee of the Democratic Obama ticket as a winning ticket working moms in your life typical- percent more likely to patronize art NielsenCommunity Americans and Latino Americans, Party. As I have traveled recently for 2016. and appointing the first African- around the country, I am pleased Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. is presi- Americans as attorney general and to report that there is a growing dent of Education Online Services secretary of Homeland Security. support for Michelle Obama to run Corporation and the Hip-Hop U.S. did support white Therefore, any realistic specula- for public office and being vice Summit Action Network and can tion about who could be success- president would be a perfect fit. be reached at http://drbenjamin- minority rule in South Africa ful in following President Obama Michelle Obama is a Harvard fchavisjr.wix.com/drbfc By George E. Curry heid leaders were either arrested or rule in South Africa did not stop with staging daily protests in front of the terrorist list, where he remained un- dictate to us who our friends should NNPA Columnist murdered. Yet, the U.S., which prides the fingering of Mandela, the New South African Embassy in Washing- til 2008. Democratic presidents also be?” President Barack itself as the world’s foremost democ- York Times article explained: “At the ton - led by Randall Robinson, Mary ran afoul of Mandela after he became The Clinton administration and Obama and former racy, continued to support the violent end of the 1960s, the C.I.A. supplied Frances Berry, Walter Fauntroy and president of South Africa in 1994. Israel also objected to Armaments presidents Jimmy apartheid regime. advice and assistance in the creation Eleanor Holmes Norton, among oth- During the Clinton administration, Corporation of South Africa (Arms- Carter, Bill Clin- “The C.I.A. actually colluded with of the infamous Bureau of State Se- ers - and mobilizing divestment cam- the State Department announced in cor) selling tanks valued at $650 mil- ton and George W. apartheid,” Jesse Jackson Sr. said in curity. In 1975, the C.I.A. worked paigns against U.S. companies doing October 1997 that it would be “dis- lion to Syria. Bush flew to South an interview while in South Africa closely with the South African mili- business in South Africa. appointed” if Mandela followed “We will conclude agreements Africa to pay their for Mandela’s memorial. “That’s not tary in their abortive invasion of An- College students championed the through on plans to visit Libya’s with any country whether they are respects to Nelson Mandela, the anything we can be proud of.” And gola….” issue on their campuses and Leon Moammar Gaddafi, who had been popular in the West or not,” Mandela country’s first democratically elected the U.S. certainly shouldn’t be proud Written in 1986, the New York Sullivan, a black board member of a supporter of the ANC when it was said in 1997. “The enemies of coun- president who died Dec. 5, 2013 at of the way it helped neutralize Nel- Times article stated, “This summer, General Motors, created “the Sulli- forced to go underground. tries in the West are not ours.” the age of 95. son Mandela as he fought oppres- the American media carried well at- van Principles” for U.S. companies Speaking at a banquet in Johan- Certainly, Mandela remembered At the height of South Africa’s sion. tested reports on the assistance being doing business in South Africa. nesburg, President Mandela said, that the West was not always his campaign against the warrior for ma- As Amy Goodman, host of “De- rendered the cause of white suprem- The divestment campaign spread “How can they have the arrogance to friend. jority rule in South Africa, the U.S. mocracy Now!” radio program, said acy by the National Security Agency, around the world and pressure in- government’s behavior was far from on MSNBC, “The U.S. devoted which is responsible for the collec- creased on the U.S. to take a larger respectful as it supported a regime more resources to finding Mandela to tion of communications intelligence. role in dismantling apartheid. that oppressed more than 90 percent hand over to the apartheid forces than “It is a matter of routine for this Shortly after winning the Nobel of its people. the apartheid forces themselves.” agency to comply with requests from Peace Prize, South African Anglican Under South Africa’s rigid racial According to an op-ed in the New Pretoria to monitor communications Bishop Desmond Tutu visited Wash- segregation system known as apart- York Times, “The fugitive leader of channels used by the African Nation- ington in 1984 and denounced con- heid, whites were only 5 to 10 per- the African National Congress was al Congress. struction engagement as “an abomi- cent of the population but allocated arrested in August 1962 while driv- “This intelligence, which the nation” that was “immoral, evil and 87 percent of the land to themselves, ing through the town of Howick, in Boers could not obtain on their own totally un-Christian.” forcing other racial groups - black, Natal Province, disguised as a white and which is invaluable to them for Prodded by the Congressional coloured, and Indian - to live in man’s chauffeur. At his subsequent their war on the A.N.C., is handed Black Caucus, Congress passed a bill segregated homelands away from trial, he was sentenced to life in over in return for data on Soviet ship- in 1986 imposing sanctions on South whites in the central cities. prison. ping movements that Washington Africa if it did not meet five condi- Officials denied people of color “Nowadays, of course, all shades could gather, albeit more laboriously, tions, including the release of Nelson citizenship while maintaining an all- of opinion in the United States are by other means.” Mandela. white government, prohibited blacks united in pleading for his release. Instead of challenging South Afri- Then-U.S. Congressman Dick from traveling outside their overpop- Such pleas might be a little more ca directly, the U.S. engaged in what Chaney voted against the bill. Presi- ulated segregated homelands without heartfelt if it were generally appreci- it called “constructive engagement,” dent Ronald Reagan vetoed the a passbook and operated segregated, ated that his arrest came as a result of which was neither constructive nor measure, calling it “immoral” and unequal education systems that a tip-off from the Central Intelligence engaging. “repugnant.” Congress overrode tracked whites for professional jobs Agency to the authorities. The idea, originated by Assistant Reagan’s veto. and blacks for menial employment. “According to recent reports in Secretary of State Chester Crocker, The Congressional action did In 1947, South Africa passed the The Johannesburg Star and on CBS was that by maintaining diplomatic not end U.S. support of Pretoria. In Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act News, Mr. Mandela was traveling to and military relations with South Af- violation of a United Nations arms that prohibited marriage between meet a C.I.A. officer who was work- rica, the U.S. could exert more influ- embargo, the Reagan administration persons of different races. A year ing out of the United States Consul- ence over time. That did not work. invited top South African security later, it passed the Immorality Act, ate in Durban, the capital of Natal. What worked was Black South officials to visit the U.S. The United which made sexual relations with a Instead of attending the meeting, the Africans, in the streets of Soweto and States also vetoed a Security Council person of a different race a criminal C.I.A. man told the police exactly through the African National Con- resolution that would have imposed offense. where and when the most hunted gress (ANC) fighting for their own economic sanctions on South Africa. When there were black uprisings man in South Africa could be found.” rights. President Reagan placed Nelson to protest minority-rule, anti-apart- The C.I.A.’s support of minority- Blacks in the U.S. joined them by Mandela on the U.S. international By Eric Garcia. Chicago, IL, courtesy of BlackCommentator.com

Editorials and Letters to the Editor may be e-mailed to [email protected] or mailed to 2659 Livingston Road, Jackson, MS 39213. The views and opinions expressed on the Op/Ed pages are not necessarily the views and opinions of The Mississippi Link. The Mississippi Link also reserves the right to edit all material for length and accuracy. www.mississippilink.com January 2 - 8, 2014 THE mississippi link • 13 Provine and Forest Hill capture JPS Christmas tournament trophies By Tim Ward 6A state title. Coach Tangela Banks was feeling it from beyond the arc. All over the court were blue jerseys Sports Writer lost some important seniors, but her If he wasn’t launching 3’s, he was running hard. They began to force The Lady Patriots of Forest Hill girls have started to step up and do penetrating and finding teammates some turnovers. Provine managed Championship winners Forest Hill girls went to the championship game for what she needs them to do. Time for open looks. Jerekius Davis was the pressure pretty well, but some the third consecutive season last Sat- will tell how far these Lady Patriots also stellar for the Rams. Inside or of their shots didn’t fall early in the urday. Just like last year, they won it can go. outside, pick your poison. Murrah second half. Murrah made a great behind good defense and solid offen- The Provine Rams entered the was paced by Dandy Dozen guards, attempt, but ultimately fell short, sive execution. JPS tournament looking to prove that Jacob Ivory and Chris McIntosh. 65 to 60. Provine captures the JPS Alexis Collins was named tourna- they were not just the best JPS boys Murrah didn’t panic despite the defi- Championship. D’Angelo West was ment MVP, leading Forest Hill to a team, but the best boys team period. cit. Instead, they turned up the heat. crowned MVP. 70 to 52 win over Meridian. The Rams defeated Wingfield by Meridian could not make shots. 22 and defeated Lanier by 11. The The pressure defense of Forest Hill team came in with confidence and a Championship winners Provine boys game them fits. They started the little bit of swagger. Their opponent? game slowly on the offensive side The 6A State champions, Murrah of the ball and the trend continued. Mustangs. Murrah is going through Most people considered this game a youth infusion of talent right now, an upset based on Meridian’s high but the youngsters are coming along. ranking. Meridian was ranked in Murrah had only won three games the top three before the tournament. entering the tournament, but man- Meridian is also a favorite to win the aged to defeat Forest Hill and Crystal 6A title. However, Forest Hill is the Springs to catapult themselves into two-time defending 6A state cham- the championship game. pion and does not plan to hand it Once the game got underway, over easily. Provine jumped out to an early Last year, Forest Hill knocked off lead. Pressure combined with three Meridian in the JPS Christmas tour- pointers pushed Provine out to a Coach Tim Speech is getting his nament in route to their back to back double digit lead. D’Angelo West MVP D’Angelo West guys ready Alexis Collins leading the way MVP Alexis Collins LeBron James, Serena Williams Named AP Athletes Of The Year

Eurweb LeBron James and Serena Williams were announced as The Asso- ciated Press’ 2013 Male and Female Athletes of the Year. James received 31 of 96 votes cast in a poll of news organizations, beat- ing Peyton Manning (20) and NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson (7). He becomes the third basket- ball player to capture the James Williams award that has been annu- ally awarded since 1931. This is the third AP award for • Her .951 winning percentage “I’m chasing something and it’s Serena, following 2002 and 2009. was the best since Steffi Graf’s .977 bigger than me as a basketball play- Only two women have been chosen in 1989; er,” James told the AP. “I believe my more often as AP Athlete of the Year • Her 11 titles were the most since calling is much higher than being a since the annual awards were first Martina Hingis‘ 12 in 1997; basketball player. I can inspire peo- handed out in 1931. • Her winning streak was the lon- ple. Youth is huge to me. If I can get The vote by news organizations gest since her sister, Venus, had a kids to look at me as a role model, as was about as lopsided as many 35-match run in 2000. a leader, a superhero … those things of Williams’ matches this season. “She just continues to be an inspi- mean so much, and that’s what I She received 55 of 96 votes, while ration to American tennis,” said Gor- think I was built for. I was put here Brittney Griner, a two-time AP don Smith, the executive director of for this lovely game of basketball, Player of the Year in college bas- the U.S. Tennis Association, which but I don’t think this is the biggest ketball and the No. 1 pick in April’s runs the US Open. “Her year this role that I’m going to have.” WNBA draft, finished second with year? Unforgettable.” Past winners include Joe Louis, 14. Swimmer Missy Franklin was By adding a fifth career US Open Jesse Owens, Muhammad Ali, Carl next with 10. championship and a second French Lewis, Joe Montana, Tiger Woods Williams, who grew up in Comp- Open title, Williams also moved and Michael Phelps. ton, Calif., and turned 32 in Septem- within one Grand Slam trophy of the James joins Michael Jordan and ber, produced the finest women’s 18 apiece won by Martina Navrati- Larry Bird as NBA players to win tennis season in years. According to lova and Chris Evert. The record is the award. the WTA: 24 by Margaret Court. 14 • the mississippi link January 2 - 8, 2014 www.mississippilink.com Book Review: “Jim Crow Wisdom: Memory & Identity in Black America Since 1940” byJonathan Scott Holloway c.2013, University of North Carolina Press $39.95 / $50.00 Canada • 273 pages By Terri Schlichenmeyer “I discovered that there was Good or bad, this all served book about his family: rec- Book Reviewer more to this story than a father as “the preservation of social ollections of learning stories Sudoku You’ve always prided your- merely preparing his son for a status and authority,” as well as he’d never heard and finally The challenge is to fill every row across, every column down, and every self on being a good storytell- world of inequality.” being cautionary in nature for understanding the tales that 3x3 box with the digits 1 through 9. Each 1 through 9 digit must appear er. You’ve always been able to Many African Americans, future generations. It helped were ingrained at his core. only once in each row across, each column down, and each 3x3 box. craft a good tale - whether it Holloway claimed, share in “establishing links, forged It’s semi-biographical, was one of imagination, one to stories of perseverance and from common experience, to lively, and because of the escape trouble, or a story with strength through memoirs, sto- the larger black community” nature of what he writes, the lesson added. ries, and anecdotes. And some by sharing wisdom and lessons latter half of this book un- It’s a talent you got from your of the most powerful tales are learned from the Jim Crow era derscores its title. parents and they from theirs. In told in physical manifesta- and more recently. But first we must get the new book, “Jim Crow Wis- tions of museum or preserved Still, “The editing… contin- through the first half, which dom” by Jonathan Scott Hollo- buildings. Many of these sto- ues” and that, said Holloway, is very, very academic. Hol- way, you’ll see how that story- ries serve as subtle (or not-so- “is detrimental to the black loway is a professor at Yale, telling prowess may have helped subtle) warnings, lessons in community; … the silences in after all. And the beginning your family survive. getting along in a white world. a family’s past can serve their of the book shows it. It’s not Throughout his life, Jonathan But as he learned, stories purposes,” he said, “… but unreadable, but it belies the Scott Holloway heard stories. can be edited or omitted en- they also come with the risk of spiritedness that the second One of the ones he remembered tirely. There’s a certain kind too little memory, of not know- half possesses. particularly was that which his of unneeded “shame” in some ing the value of sacrifice that Keep that in mind when father, an ex-military man, told facets of family history that enabled a better future in the you’re reading this book. Holloway on the way to school may be hidden or forgotten. first place.” Be willing to read it second- one fall day. It had something They’re buried or, as Hollo- In a way - at least for the casu- half-first, and you may find it to do with fighting and how not way said of his own family, a al reader - “Jim Crow Wisdom” to be quite eye-opening. For to react. certain “branch of the family was written backwards. Au- you, “Jim Crow Wisdom” Holloway thought it was a tree isn’t even dead. It’s sim- thor Jonathan Scott Holloway might spur you to share a strange thing then but, he said, ply gone.” wrote in the second half of his few good stories. © Feature Exchange

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