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Church - The Historic Mount Zion Sunday Morning A.M.E. Church located at 201 East Beaver Street, Jack- Intercessory Prayer...... …..10:45 a.m. sonville, FL 32202, will celebrate its 147th Church Anniver- Morning Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. sary with a Kick-Off Celebration Service on Sunday, July 14, Youth Church 2013, at 12 noon. The speaker for this grand occasion kickoff 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) Tuesday - Pastoral Bible Study ...... 7:00 p.m. Services will be the Right Reverend Michael L. Mitchell, Pas- Rev. Dr. Marion A. Wise, Senior Pastor tor of St. Stevens A.M.E. Church located in Jacksonville, DEATHDEATH NOTICESNOTICES Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus Florida. For additional information regarding the Church’s up- (904) 764-5727 - Church coming Celebration please contact Thelma Royal, Chairperson of the 147th Church Anniversary Committee or contact Jean JACKSONVILLE, FL 2013. Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church Pettis of the Church Public Relations Office at (904) 355-9475. MOODY, Daniel, 78, died AMERIO, Robert J., 62, Sunday July 1, 2013. Church School ...... 8:30 a.m. died June 30, 2013. Worship Service ...... 10:00 a.m. Fifth Annual Allstate Gospel Superfest "Battle of the MULLIS, James Allen, Bands" competition. The traveling new talent search will be BEASLEY, Bernard Wednesday 75, died July 4, 2013. “Glory Hour” Bible Study ...... 10:00 a.m. held in Jacksonville, FL with the audition site to be announced Stanley, 58, died July 3, PETECKI, Dora M., 95, “Jehovah Jireh” Bible Study ...... 6:30 p.m. at a later date. The tour stop will feature live auditions and 2013. produce one regional semi-finalist. National celebrities and died July 7, 2013. 2nd & 4th Thursday “Young at Heart Ministry ...... 10:00 a.m. BRADLEY, William J. Friday recording artists will also be featured during the tour. After PORTER, Carl C., died Bill, 74, died June 29, Joy Explosion Ministry ...... 6:30 p.m. the tour, online voting will determine the grand prize winner, July 5, 2013. who will receive a grand prize of $2,500.00 and a coveted ap- 2013. 201 East Beaver St. * (904) 355-9475 READER, Annie Hazel Rev. Pearce Edwing, Sr. pearance on one of America's biggest stages, the 2014 Allstate BUGGS, Flossie B., 91, Gospel Superfest. Stephens, 87, died July 2, died June 30, 2013. GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH The Allstate Gospel Superfest continues to give back to the 2013. CARROLL, Estelle D., “The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody” community by providing opportunities for new and aspiring RICHO, Ronald E., died Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor 77, died July 5, 2013. gospel talent. The competition is open to gospel artists with July 7, 2013. Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209 twenty (20) members or less and solo artists are also encour- CHRISTIE, Leo B., died Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206 RILEY, Elijah, Jr., 73, Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586 aged to participate. To apply for the competition and see the July 5, 2013. died July 4, 2013. complete contest rules and restrictions, please visit CLARK, Tammie Sulli- Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. www.gospelsuperfest.com. ROBERTS, Christopher Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. van, 53, died July 7, 2013. Tuesday...... Prayer Meeting & Bible Study,7:00 p.m. Registration began May 16, 2013 and will continue until Columbus C.C., 75, died COPELAND, Delia Thursday...... Joy Night,7:00 p.m. all slots are filled. The show will seek to audition fifteen acts July 4, 2013. in each market. The Allstate Gospel Superfest Battle of the Yolanda, died July 6, “Email: [email protected] ROSE, Ruby Jean, 81, Bands tour will be in Jacksonville, FL - Saturday, August 24, 2013. Website: Greaterelbethel.org died July 7, 2013. 2013 at The Potter's House Church, 5119 Normandy Blvd, CRAWFORD, Wana Jacksonville, FL 32205 - Audition Times 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM SCHIFFER, Barbara Elizabeth, 68, died July 1, As a special treat to fans, national recording artists will Ann, 75, died July 2, Central Metropolitan C.M.E. Church 2013. 4611 North Pearl St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 close out the audition session with a free concert and meet and 2013. greet session. CROMARTY, James Ed- Ofc (904) 354-7426 * Fax (904) 354-0934 SINGLEY, Ann B., 83, Rev. Marquise Hardrick, Pastor ~ ~ ~ ward, Jr., died June 28, GOSPEL MUSIC’S LEADING MAN died July 4, 2013. ~ Worship Service ~ 2013. Sun Church School - 9:30a.m. EARNEST PUGH SKINNER, Gale, died Sun Morning Worship -10:45 a.m. IS AWARDED HONORARY DANIELS, Barbara Ann, Tues Eve Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. July 6, 2013. Rev. Marquise & Wed Bible Study - 12 Noon 48, died June 29, 2013. Wed Feeding Ministry - 2:00 p.m. DOCTORATE, REVEALS HE’S SMITH, Gloria, died July Mrs. Deedra Hardrick WORKING ON PH.D. EBLING, Thelma Topsy, 5, 2013. “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, and of AS NEW RADIO SMASH “MORE OF 79, died July 7, 2013. the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to SMITH, Robert C., 88, observe all things whatsoever I have commanded YOU” CLIMBS THE CHARTS EDMUNDSON, Jackie you; and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the died July 5, 2013. end of the world. Amen.” Bernard, died July 1, Mathew 28:19-20 Gospel Music’s Leading Man, Earnest Pugh, best known SOLOMON, Janya, 2, 2013. for his classic hits “Rain On Us” and “I Need Your Glory,” died June 30, 2013. has added a new milestone to his long list of achievements EFFRAIN, Sara Hope STANGEL, Aldred J., 79, Lion of the Tribe of Judah Ministries, Inc. as he continues his year long 20/15 Celebration (20 Years Holliday, 66, died June 29, in ministry and 15 years in the music industry). Recently, died July 5, 2013. the dynamic vocalist was awarded an honorary Doctorate 2013. PASTOR STARLING, Charles Website: of Divinity degree in Christian Counseling from the Insti- ENGLISH, Daniel L., 62, Dr. Sirretta Williams Travis, 77, died July 2, www.lottojm.com tute for Teaching God's Word (ITGW) in Rockdale, TX for died June 28, 2013. 2013. his 20 years of dedicated service in ministry, the music in- FORTSON, Christopher STREETS, Rosemary dustry and the community at large. Elijah “Chris,” died July 1, (Temporary services held) This honorific comes as Pugh is promoting his new radio Clark, 65, died July 8, 623 Beechwood St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 2013. single “More of You” that has landed in the Top 40 after a 2013. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. ~ Sunday Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. week in release. The song hails from Pugh’s forthcoming FOSTER, Clinton Darrel, Every 5th Sunday Friends and Family Day TANNER, Sammy, Sr., Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. “The W.I.N. (Worship In Nassau) Experience” CD that re- 57, died July 3, 2013. 59, died July 3, 2013. Direct Phone: 904.866.7047 * Office Phone: 904.356.4226 leases on P Man Records on August 27, 2013. Recorded FREDERICK, Linda, 85, live in Nassau, Bahamas in the Grand Ballroom of the At- TAYLOR, Patsy Patty Seeing Beyond The Lifestyle To Save A Life died June 29, 2013. lantis Hotel, the album commemorates Pugh’s 20-15 Cele- Rushing Noble, 58, died FRENCH, Mary Alice, bration. The CD/DVD project features cameos by gospel July 4, 2013. icon Shirley Caesar, Rance Allen, LeJuene Thompson and 87, died June 24, 2013. TAYLOR, Ruth, 94, died Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis. GIBSON, Evelyn E., 70, June 30, 2013. Most Pugh fans are likely unaware that he’s been quietly died July 7, 2013. doing course work to earn a Ph.D. in Christian Counseling THEISEN, Jennifer M., GOODRUM, Charles from ITGW and expects to graduate in 2014. The smooth died July 2, 2013. Leo Chuck Goody, 63, singer, who has a B.A. from the school and a Master’s of TOLLIVER, Edward La- Divinity degree from Howard University, was motivated to died July 6, 2013. mont. Coach, 81, died July further his education after a conversation with his daughter. GREENLEE, Leona R., "When my daughter got into high school and had difficulty 3, 2013. 81, died July 1, 2013. identifying a career field that fulfilled her I felt frustrated TRUITT, Shirley M., GUYNN, Jerry L., 70, and convicted because I was a public success as an artist died July 3, 2013. but private failure as a parent,” Pugh recalls. “I was deter- died June 29, 2013. WALKER, Annie Myr- mined to master the art of listening and providing counsel HELENEK, James Jim, tice Taylor, 86, died July 3, Tune In To WCGL AM Radio to my daughter and worked hard at becoming as effective died July 2, 2013. outside of the pulpit as I was inside of it." 2013. HORACE, Jessie Mae, Pugh’s passion for counseling was also nurtured at WARE, Lillie Green, 92, died July 6, 2013. Washington, D.C.’s Howard University Hospital where he died June 27, 2013. trained as a chaplain in the cancer ward while working on HOYT, Shellie Ruth, 85, WEBB, Roosevelt, Jr., 69, his master’s degree. “I wanted to reach out to hurting people died July 5, 2013. and address issues that are never addressed in a church set- died June 24, 2013. ISCOA, Infant Liam ting,” he explains. "I’ve mastered the art of listening and WESTON, Odell, died Sotero, died July 3, 2013. feel that effective counseling will ultimately push people July 5, 2013. JONES, Claudette H., 81, on the road to destiny and purpose. Visit www.earnest- WILLIAMS, Frank W., pugh.com or https://twitter.com/earnestpugh for more in- died July 7, 2013. 30, died July 1, 2013. formation on Dr. Pugh. JORDAN, Katherine, 93, WRIGHT, Mazie Clara McLaughlin Yvonne Brooks died July 1, 2013. Leath - Host Co-Host Pittman, 99, died July 3, LATSON, Ronald, 43, 2013. died June 26, 2013. For LONG, Ovie Ingram, 94, ~*~ died July 5, 2013. GEORGIA DEATHS MAHAN, Theresa Bar- LEVITAN, Lee Merritt, IMPACTIMPACT bara, 46, died July 3, 2013. died July 3, 2013. McCUTCHEN, Hettie, POPE, Betty J., 81, died died July 8, 2013. July 6, 2013. Tuesday and Thursday McQUEEN, Margaret ROBERTS, Ella, 87, died from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Ann, 73, died June 29, July 4, 2013. At
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by Frances Bradley / Photos by Volume Burks
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! If it’s July 4th we must be celebrating the birth of the nation or the birth of Volume Burks and Joann Bryant! We did get to sing happy birthday and eat cake in honor of Volume at the Atlantic Beach home of Donnalea and Tom Goelz, who had just finished renovations on their pool and outdoor hot tub overlooking the Atlantic. And so, at a party meant to celebrate the United The birthday twins, Volume Burks and States, complete with the beach’s official fireworks and those of nearby neighbors, we sang to Volume the traditional birthday song and Joann Bryant “Odunde”, the tune by the late Nigerian master drummer Babatunde Olatunji, which we have adopted as a birthday song. On the weekend we had a blast at the Pleasant Grove home of Don and Pat Portis, who held a fish fry for Don’s cousin, Joann Bryant, who is also a childhood friend of Ok Sun Burks. No self-respecting fish fry would be complete without crabs and the 4th of July is a bust without barbecue. So, there were crabs, barbecue ribs and chicken, potato salad, slaw, baked beans, green beans, and cake galore. Everything was finger lickin’ good! Don and Pat have almost completed the family home that Don is building on their several acres outside of Stark, Florida, and it will be quite a show piece when it is done! Among the many family and friends who joined Don and Pat to celebrate Joann were: Joann’s Left to right: Maurice Portis, Billy hubby, Joe Bryant; her mom and aunt, Bobbie Jean Clark and Lillie Pearl Portis; daughters Ray Portis, Don Portis, and Herbert and sons-in-law Iris and Al Sanon and Samyra and Demetrius Boney; granddaughter Melena Tyson, Jr. Boney; cousins Billy Ray Portis and wife, Maurice Portis, and Herbert Tyson, Jr.; and Ok Sun and Volume. Joe and Joann Bryant HAPPY BIRTHDAY VOLUME AND JOANN AND MANY MORE!
Sisters Bobbie Jean Clark (left) and Lillie Pearl Portis joined by Herbert Tyson, Jr. (background) and Billy Ray Portis Everybody wants to Wobble! Left to right: Joann Bryant and mom, ...some still like the Cupid Shuffle Bobbie Jean Clark ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SPEAKING OF BIRTHDAYS, July 1 marked Pine Castle’s 60th year as providers of support and employment opportunities to people with de- velopmental and acquired disabilities. Beth Meyer, Director of Disabled Services for the City of Jacksonville, brought greetings from Mayor Alvin Brown, along with a proclamation naming July 1st “Pine Castle Day.” Alma Perchy recounted the early days of Pine Castle when her parents enrolled her brother, Bill Bishop, as one of the first students at age four in 1958. He has rarely missed a day since, becoming a dedicated and highly skilled Pine Castle employee! Everyone calls him “Mr. Pine Castle” and he has a name tag like the ones worn by the staff. After meeting Bill, I think they should declare him the Mayor of Pine Castle! Jon May, Executive Director of Pine Castle, presented a plaque to Bill for 58 years of personal achievement as a student, employee and true friend to all at the facility. Pine Castle began as a school in the early 1950s, at a time when children with severe disabilities were kept at home or institutionalized. By 1965, with public schools developing programs for special needs children, Pine Castle turned its focus on serving those who, after graduating, would need to learn practical skills to sustain daily life. Today Pine Castle operates with a staff of more than 100, and programs that provide onsite work and training for nearly 400 participants, as well as five group homes located on and off campus. Attendees included : Senator Aaron Bean, Gayle Granger, Regional Manager of Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD Area 4), and Jacksonville City Council Member, Don Redman. For more information visit Pine Castle’s website at www.pinecastle.org.
Executive Di- rector, Jon Mayer, presents plaque to Bill Bishop, "Mr. Pine Castle." Beth Meyer, Director of Disabled Services for the City of Jacksonville
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ WE BID FAREWELL TO Mary Barnett Mitchell, Ph.D. who passed away peacefully on June 27, 2013. Dr. Mitchell was a life- long member of Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, a retired edu- cator, and an inspiration to many. Tamer Britton, one of Mary’s former students, reflected about how she was influenced by her friend and mentor to become a Home Economics teacher in the Duval County Public Schools, and, like her mentor, became known as “Jack the Ripper” because she made students rip out seams that did not meet the highest standards of tailoring. Ironically, before the funeral began, Charlene Taylor Hill related a similar story to me as she reminisced about being a “home ec” student of Mary’s at New Stanton Senior High School. Mary will be missed by many, but most of all her husband Sollie Mitchell; niece, Dr. Alva Barnett; nephews, Maurice H. Barnett, Jr. (Carolyn), Charles T. Barnett (Mary); devoted cousin, Cynthia Gloster; and Irvylyn and Charlie Kennebrew.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT a year has gone by since we mourned the passing of our dear Betty Asque Davis, retired columnist of Lifestyle: Socially Speaking in The Florida Star, friend, and mentor. She touched the lives of many in her professional and personal life. She is missed by all her knew her but, we know there isn’t anyone who could miss her more than her family, including Mrs. Inez Asque, Carl, Mikki, Jimmy, and Lorn. We honor the memory of this grand lady. JULY 13, 2013 THE STAR PAGE 5 PAGE 6 THE STAR JULY 13, 2013 CrimeCrime andand JusticeJustice A Publication of the Florida Star and Georgia Star
As an African - American newspaper, we basically report on offenses committed by African - Americans. Please note that in our observations, weekly reports show that African - Americans DO NOT commit the largest percentage of criminal offenses in this area. Family Use 9-Year-Old to Steal Purse at Man Fills out Job Application Man Steals Bicycle from Child Chuck-E-Cheese Then Robs Store Luther Douglas, 49, with robbery by sudden Two women were At approximately 9:48 snatching after two juveniles say he stole a bike caught using a younger a.m., officers responded to from them at the Skate Park at Payne Park. family member to steal a a gas station in reference Officers responded to a skate park in refer- purse at Chuck-E-Cheese. to a report of a robbery ence to a report of a robbery at approximately 11 At approximately 8:25 that had just occurred. Of- p.m. Two juvenile victims said that Douglas p.m., two suspects, Jas- ficers were informed that threatened to shoot them while one of the victims mine Daneishamonique the suspect was a known, Luther Douglas was sitting on a bike. Douglas then fled away on Johnson, 27, and Chantel regular customer, who he the bicycle. Jasmine Johnson Ciarra Jenkins, 24, Anthony Thomas usually bought cigarettes, Douglas’ ex-wife was at the park as well and told officers walked into a Chuck-E- had just filled out an employment applica- she witnessed the robbery. She then became uncooperative and Cheese restaurant to at- tion before committing the crime. The store started to yell threats at other juveniles. Officers told her to leave, tend a birthday party. had the application still, on which the sus- which she did, after screaming at them. While at the party, the pect had written his name. After Douglas’ ex-wife told the direction Douglas left, offi- suspects were captured on The clerk from the store advised that cers found Douglas riding around on the victim’s bike shortly. He surveillance video look- Anthony Dwayne Thomas, 33, had been was then arrested. ing to an area of where a standing at the counter filling out an appli- Douglas was charged with robbery by sudden snatching, a woman set a purse on the cation for employment. While there, felony. He is being held on $5,000 bail. Chantel Jenkins counter. The video Thomas reached across the counter into the showed Johnson directing her 9-year-old clerk’s area, opened a drawer, and took cash nephew to retrieve the purse. The child when the employee wasn’t looking. Thomas reached behind the victim and grabbed the then fled the scene. purse off the counter. The child then ran into Officers began to search the area for the seating area, where he placed the purse Thomas. Members of the Special Deploy- on the table where Johnson and Jenkins ment Unit located Thomas just blocks away were sitting. from the store. Thomas immediately resisted Both suspects were then seen leaving the officer who approached him to take him Chuck-E-Cheese with Jenkins carrying the into custody and then ran. After a short pur- purse. During the investigation, detectives suit, Thomas was captured with the help of determined the 9-year old had no knowledge other officers. Thomas was positively iden- the purse belonged to someone else and was tified as the thief and he was found to have directed by his Aunt Johnson to steal the the cash taken in the pocket of his shorts. A purse. The same evening, the victim's credit total of $130 was found. After he was ar- cards were fraudulently used at a local con- rested, Thomas told police he did not rob the venience store. store. Suspects both are charged with 3rd- No one was injured as a result of this degree grand theft, contributing to the delin- incident. Thomas was arrested and charged quency of a minor, and fraudulent with burglary, retail petit theft, and resisting possession of personal information. arrest with violence. Safety Man Steals Phone from Woman Trying to She gave officers a description of two When you Witness a Crime! Save Friend’s Life men that she observed in the area while she was rendering medical aid. The other friend said he When reporting a crime by telephone, remain on the phone until the com- A man was arrested after remembered one of two men had asked if every- munications officer is fully briefed with all the information necessary to dis- stealing a phone from a thing was okay. Officers stopped them and sus- patch the appropriate response personnel to the scene. woman who was helping pected that Shaquille Kevon Simmons, 19, was someone who was perform- the one that stole the victim's iPhone. Simmons What to do if you see a crime happen: ing CPR on someone denied the accusation, then officers requested that • Call 911 if a crime has occurred or is in progress, if you recognize a A man collapsed yester- the victim call her missing phone. Simmons' wanted criminal, and for all vehicle crashes. day at a shopping plaza from pocket then began to ring. • Stay calm, speak clearly. • Give a brief description of the crime Shaquille Simmons an apparent cardiac arrest. Once officers reclaimed the phone, Sim- • Provide time of the crime. His two friends immediately rendered first aid to mons admitted to stealing the phone and began • Do not hang up until the call-taker tells you its okay. him until EMS arrived. The female that was ren- shouting racial slurs towards the officers. Sim- • Provide your location and telephone number of where you can be reached dering aid to him had to lay her iPhone on the mons was then arrested. ground while she was treating her friend. Once Simmons was charged with grand theft, a If you see or suspect a crime, pay particular attention to the features of the EMS arrived, she realized that her phone was third-degree felony. He is being held on $5,000 offender(s) and any vehicles involved. Try to be prepared to provide at least missing. bond. the following about the offenders:
MISSING CHILDREN • Age, race, height, and weight; • Hair color and style, beard and mustache; • Notable characteristics (acne, scars, glasses mental state, etc.) • Clothing description; • Location where last seen; • Last known direction of travel; • Vehicle description and distinctive markings.
Witnesses who wish to remain anonymous may do so. It is more important Name: Andre Augustine Name: Rayvon Haynes Name: Jinteria Jordan Name: Nyjuan Waller that a response be dispatched as quickly as possible. Age: 17 Age: 16 Age: 16 Age: 17 Weight: 190 lbs Weight: 172 lbs Weight: 140 lbs Weight: 170 lbs Last seen: 6/24/13 Last seen: 6/18/13 Last seen: 6/25/13 Last seen: 6/29/13 If you testify in court as a witness: • Refresh your memory of what happened. If you don’t have a clear answer, MOST WANTED but only estimate, let it be known as so. If an attorney makes suggestions of what you don’t clearly remember, do not agree with their estimates unless it is matches up with your mental estimates. • Instead of memorizing what you want to say, be yourself and speak in your own words. But do think before you speak. If you make mistakes, immedi- ately correct them. • Dress properly. Do not dress too casual or too dressy. • Do not discuss the case at all with anyone outside of the court. • Be responsible while you are in court. Be serious and avoid laughing or Name: Brandon Name: Anna Marie Name: Phidarick take things in a joking manner. Alexander Payne Brown Dion Bennett • Tell the truth. This is the most important of all. Do not try to make false Offense: Felony Offense: Organ- Offense: Fraud by Battery ized Fraud, De- Wire, Credit Card statements to hurt or help anybody. fraud by Device, Fraud, Grand Theft • Do not exaggerate from how you remember it. Answer questions to the Fraud Use of ID best of your memory just as they were. • Listen carefully to avoid confusion.
Citizens with tips are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and become eligible for a reward. JULY 13, 2013 THE STAR PAGE 7 Florida LOCAL
Northside LOVE Arts & Farmers Market at Lonnie C. Miller Park
June 30 2013
Ms Senior Jacksonville 2013 Kishma Bell, Lynnette Law, Christina Covington, Bertha Rogers, Austin Candler, VELMA ROUNSVILLE Pam Wells, Mattie Spigner, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, Akema Cooper, Rico Simmons, Fania Carson, Lisa Gillette, Anisha Finn, and Michelle Downer
Luella Mc Queen and Congresswoman Corrine Brown Save Library
Geri Duhart and Congresswoman Corrine Brown Marcia Brown Congresswoman Corrine Brown Teen Leaders of America
Photos by Frank M. Powell III
What is the Northside LOVE Arts & Farmers Market? The concept of the Northside Love Arts & Farmers Market is a basic one. It is the vision for the event to provide a neighborhood marketplace that provides fresh food options, showcases local businesses, nonprofits, artists, entertainers and educational and health programming that is beneficial for both the community resident (consumer) and the service provider and/or business owner.
How did the idea of LOVE come about? The “LOVE” in Northside LOVE Arts & Farmers Market stands for Lifting Our Various Enterprises. This acronym was coined by Arnett Green, a northside community stakeholder and retired businessman. The vision for the event was developed when two active community members, (a business owner, Leandrew Mills, III and a community activist, Angie Nixon) were discussing the need of more support for entrepreneurs and small business owners within the community, as well as more healthy food choices and information on healthy lifestyle choices. Small businesses are the lifeline of the community and without them, the areas often become blighted. This was the case for the Kings Road/Soutel Drive Corridor. It is the goal that the event will lead to improving and enhancing the quality of life for residents, by providing them with the services and products that they need and are beneficial to them, as well as promoting growth and exposure for businesses and organizations within the Jacksonville community that will provide the residents with those products.
Why do it? The African-American population has a buying power of nearly $1 trillion. Northwest Jacksonville is comprised of a majority African-American population, however this demographic, more specifically those located within the Kings Road/Soutel Drive Corridor (suffer from stagnant economic development, a lack of resources and amenities (ie; positive family-friendly entertainment, diverse fitness initiatives/programs and nutritious food options, etc.), an above average crime rate and disproportionate health issues within their community. The Northside LOVE Market will allow businesses and organizations to market their products and services to a demographic that is known for high consumerism. The event will also seek to provide the community with entertainment, nutrition and health education, as well as offer resources and amenities, not easily accessible in their neighborhoods
Who is the LOVE Market for? Community residents in Northwest Jacksonville (Health Zone 1), as well as small business owners and organizations looking to promote their products and services. When& where will the LOVE Market be held? The Northside LOVE Arts & Farmers Market will be held the last Sunday of each month from June-November, 2013. The event will be held at Lonnie C. Miller Park, located on Soutel Drive, near the Sherwood Forest and Harborview neighborhoods in Jacksonville City Council District 10.
FAMU STEM Students Receive For more than 20 years, the Harris Corporation has partnered with FAMU to sup- port education programs that help produce a state workforce proficient in science, technol- ogy, engineering and math. $10K Harris Corporation Endowed Harrison is a sophomore mechanical engineering student from Jacksonville, Fla. with a 3.5 grade point average. She was ecstatic when the university called with the news Scholarships that she was selected. “This scholarship will help me realize my ultimate goal to become an aerospace engineer,” Harrison said. “After I graduate with my bachelor’s degree I plan to attend graduate school to study aerospace engineering.” Johnson, a graduate student from Miami, Fla., is studying computer information systems with a 3.3 GPA. He credits receiving this award and his future success to demon- strating five qualities. “In order to achieve success, a person must maintain integrity, respect for others, leadership, good verbal and writing communication skills and a commitment to completing daily tasks,” Johnson said. “I am grateful that the Harris Corporation believed that I repre- sented these qualities with enough excellence to receive this award.” After graduation, Johnson plans to acquire a leadership role in the information technology industry. “The Harris Corporation is pleased to award these scholarships to two deserving students that are excited about continuing their education in the fields of mechanical engi- neering and computer science,” said Jim Clamons, vice president of engineering opera- tions at Harris’ Government Communications Systems division.
“The nation needs more students to excel and graduate in STEM (science, technol- FAMU students Teayair Harrison and Jamie Johnson will each receive ogy, engineering, and mathematics) education. Ms. Harrison and Mr. Johnson show great a $10,000 scholarship from the Harris Corporation to continue their ed- ambitions to excel in this area.” ucation at FAMU in the fields of mechanical engineering and computer Applicants for the Harris Corporation Endowed Scholarship must be at least a col- information systems, respectively. lege sophomore with a minimum 3.0 GPA and currently majoring in computer information systems, computer science, electrical, mechanical, computer and biomedical/informatics engineering TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Two students at Florida A&M University (FAMU), Teayair Har- For complete application instructions and more information call the Office of Uni- rison and Jamie Johnson, have each been awarded Harris Corporation Endowed Scholar- versity Advancement at (850) 599-3095. ships for the upcoming 2013-2014 academic year. Both will receive $10,000 to continue their studies at the university. PAGE 8 THE STAR JULY 13, 2013 GEORGIA B LOCAL SECTION The 43rd Annual Session of the Zion Sunday School and Baptist Training Union Christian Educational Congress of Zion Missionary Baptist Association Convened June 25 – 28, 2013 at the Zion Missionary Baptist Association Educational & Training Com- plex- located in Crescent, Georgia. The General Theme: “Solidarity with the Savior through His Works. Moderator Dr. E.L. Hart, Vice Moderators Rev. Dr. J.D. Williams, Dr. Hermon Scott and Dr. Roger Lot- son. and staff: President Dea. Glynnard Campbell, 1st Vice President Dea. Kenneth Smith, Sr., 2nd Vice President Dea. Leo Moore, Director Dean Sis. Gwen Davis, Ass’t Dean Bro. Kenneth Smith Jr., Minister of Music Sis. Marie Brogsdale, Youth Minister of Music, Sis. Angela Sheppard, Youth Director Dea. Leo Moore, Ass’t Youth & Children Director Sis. Patty Davis, Youth Registrar Sis. Annie Boyd. The Opening Congress Message by Rev. Curtis Lemon Pastor, New Zion Missionary Baptist Church Riceboro, Ga ; Memorial Message by Rev. James Payne, Pastor Zion Sisters Baptist Church, Greensville, GA; The Sunday School Instructional Forum, Rev. Brenda Iglehart, Pastor First African Baptist Church, St. Simon Island, GA; Recognition of Deceased- Sis. Adele James, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Woodbine, GA; Inspirational Address- Rev. Crystal Ball, Baconton Baptist Church, Walthour, Ga, Rev. Hermon Scott , Pastor and Soloist Rev. Angela Favors-Morrell. Bernard Francis and Sound Engineers and Audio/Video Technicians. This year only 7 applications for Schol- Rev. Angela Favors-Morrell and the Florida and Georgia Star News Paper Honor Moderator Dr. E.L. Hart. arships were submitted and 7 scholarships were awarded. Aysia Arm- strong was awarded first place in the oratorical contest- Senior Division and Kayleah Armstrong was awarded first place in the oratorical contest for the Junior Division. The Armstrong sisters are members of Bethel Baptist Church, Pastor Milton Moore. The President Award, Area Congress Awards, Attendance Awards, Course Cards and , Children certificates were also awarded. The 43rd Annual Session of the Zion Sunday school and Baptist Training Union Christian Educational Congress of Zion Missionary Baptist Association culminated on Friday with the Congress ended with The James Stephens Youth on Parade Program.
Greetings were delivered by: President Al Williams, Zion's Layman Auxiliary at the The 43rd Annual Session of the Zion Sun- day School and Baptist Training Union Christian Educational Congress of Zion Missionary Baptist Asso- ciation.
Dean Gwen L, Davis in the Annual Dean's Keynote Address and Dea. Glynnard Campbell the President's address both delivered Words of Wisdom to the Leaders of this Congress regarding Bible based educational standards and accountability on providing stability, integrity, and improved educational program quality and standards through ongoing Biblical guidance as it relates to The General Theme: “Solidarity with the Savior through His Works. Greetings were delivered by: Pres- ident Al Williams, Zion's Layman Auxiliary , along with remarks by Rev. Dr. E.L. Hart Zion Missionary Baptist Association, President Bernice Grant Zion's Women's Auxillary, President Dea. Leo Moore, Youth Director Zion S.S.&B.T.U. Congress, Dea. Kenneth Dunham, Zion S.S.&B.T.U. Ambassador, Dean Gwen L.Davis Con- gress Director. Scripture and Pray: Rev. Sterling Guest, Pastor First African Baptist Church, Meridian, Ga and Rev. Todd Rhodes, Pastor Shiloh Baptist Church, Brunswick, GA. JULY 13, 2013 THE STAR PAGE 9
Suns Ready to Host Southern League Jaguars sign fifth-round draft pick All-Star Game Denard Robinson
The Jacksonville Jaguars signed 2013 fifth- tory with 4,495 including a single-season round draft pick Denard Robinson to a con- record 1,702 rushing yards in 2010. He is tract, the club announced today. Robinson, only the fourth player in NCAA history to listed as an offensive weapon on the club’s throw for 2,000-plus yards and rush for 1,000- The Jacksonville Jaguars signed 2013 fifth- by a quarterback in NCAA history with 4,495 roster, became the sixth of eight Jaguars draft plus yards in a season and he accomplished round draft pick Denard Robinson to a contract, including a single-season record 1,702 rushing picks in 2013 to sign a contract. All players the feat twice (2010, 2011). the club announced today. Robinson, listed as an yards in 2010. He is only the fourth player in under contract are scheduled to report to train- As a senior, Robinson rushed for 1,266 yards offensive weapon on the club’s roster, became NCAA history to throw for 2,000-plus yards and ing camp on Thursday, July 25 with the first and seven touchdowns while completing 89 of the sixth of eight Jaguars draft picks in 2013 to rush for 1,000-plus yards in a season and he practice scheduled the following day. 166 passes for 1,319 yards and nine touch- sign a contract. All players under contract are accomplished the feat twice (2010, 2011). “As I said before, we expect to have all eight downs. He earned second-team All-Big Ten scheduled to report to training camp on As a senior, Robinson rushed for 1,266 yards and draft picks under contract prior to the begin- honors as a junior as he started all 13 games Thursday, July 25 with the first practice sched- seven touchdowns while completing 89 of 166 ning of training camp,” Jaguars general man- and led his team to a victory in the Sugar uled the following day. passes for 1,319 yards and nine touchdowns. He ager David Caldwell said. “We are excited to Bowl. Robinson produced 1,176 rushing “As I said before, we expect to have all eight earned second-team All-Big Ten honors as a jun- get Denard under contract. He had a very pro- yards and 16 touchdowns while throwing for draft picks under contract prior to the beginning ior as he started all 13 games and led his team to ductive offseason for us and will continue to 20 scores. He took over the reins at quarter- of training camp,” Jaguars general manager a victory in the Sugar Bowl. Robinson produced get better with each practice. He’s passionate back in 2010 and started all 13 games. He set David Caldwell said. “We are excited to get 1,176 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns while about football and has been a very good team the single-season Division-I FBS record for Denard under contract. He had a very produc- throwing for 20 scores. He took over the reins at player.” rushing yards by a quarterback (1,702) and tive offseason for us and will continue to get bet- quarterback in 2010 and started all 13 games. “It’s a great feeling to sign my first NFL con- became the only player in NCAA history to ter with each practice. He’s passionate about He set the single-season Division-I FBS record tract,” Robinson said. “It’s something I’ve both pass and rush for 1,500 yards (2,570 football and has been a very good team player.” for rushing yards by a quarterback (1,702) and been waiting my whole life for and I’m ready passing yards). “It’s a great feeling to sign my first NFL con- became the only player in NCAA history to both to get to camp later this month and get back to A native of Deerfield Beach, Florida, tract,” Robinson said. “It’s something I’ve been pass and rush for 1,500 yards (2,570 passing work. I was able to get a feel for the NFL Robinson was a three-year starting quarter- waiting my whole life for and I’m ready to get to yards). game during the offseason and I look forward back at Deerfield Beach High School. He fin- camp later this month and get back to work. I A native of Deerfield Beach, Florida, Robinson to getting the pads on and just keep improving ished his career with 44 passing touchdowns was able to get a feel for the NFL game during was a three-year starting quarterback at with each practice.” and 13 scores on the ground. Robinson was the offseason and I look forward to getting the Deerfield Beach High School. He finished his Robinson, 6-0, 197, was a four-year letterman also a standout member of the school’s track pads on and just keep improving with each prac- career with 44 passing touchdowns and 13 at Michigan where he played in 49 games with and field team and was a member of the 2008 tice.” scores on the ground. Robinson was also a 37 starts (35 at quarterback, 2 at running FHSAA state champion 4x100 meter relay Robinson, 6-0, 197, was a four-year letterman at standout member of the school’s track and field back). He finished his career with the most team. Michigan where he played in 49 games with 37 team and was a member of the 2008 FHSAA rushing yards by a quarterback in NCAA his- starts (35 at quarterback, 2 at running back). He state champion 4x100 meter relay team. finished his career with the most rushing yards PAGE 10 THE STAR JULY 13, 2013 THE FLORIDA STAR THE GEORGIA STAR ANNOUNCEMENTS
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