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Vol. 22, No. 30 May 19 - 25, 2016 50¢ Lumumba to run for mayor again Tougaloo plans symposium, gala Attorney Chokwe A. Lumumba will The Mississippi Link Newswire sium from Convention Complex. announce his candidacy for mayor of Recently, Tougaloo College 1-3 p.m. The symposium titled “Where Jackson during a press conference at May 20, Do We Go from Here?” will 3 p.m. May 19, at Jackson’s City Hall. reaffirmed its historic commit- at the Old serve as a precursor to the open- Lumumba first ran for mayor of ment to the quest for justice and Mississippi’s capital city in 2014 equality. Capitol ing of the new Mississippi Civil following the Feb. 25, 2014, death of In two upcoming events, the Museum, Rights Museum. Former Gov. his father, Chokwe Lumumba, who was college intends to bring atten- Ellis Evers-Williams Paige Weatherspoon 100 S. William F. Winter will serve as Jackson’s mayor at the time. tion to the positives that have barriers and help build a better State St., in Jackson, and moderator and will lead a panel come out of historic ruins and to the annual Two Rivers Gala at Mississippi, nation and world. Tougaloo reaffirm the need to break down The two events are a sympo- 7 p.m. May 21, at the Jackson Continued on page 3 Up to 4 in Surviving sickle cell 10 gay men Parents explain pain, hope of children living with disease in Jackson have HIV By Mike Stobbe AP Medical Writer NEW YORK – Three out of every 10 gay or bisexual men in several cities in the U.S. South have been diagnosed with the AIDS virus, three times the na- tional rate, according to a study about how common HIV infec- tions are in metro areas. The study echoes other re- search that reported higher rates of HIV diagnoses in the South, in urban areas, and in gay and bisexual men, but it is the first to look at how common HIV diagnoses are in these men by city. “For the first time, we can see not only the numbers, but the proportions,” said Dr. Jonathan Mermin of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preven- tion. The report found 21 of the 25 metro areas with the highest levels of HIV diagnosis in gay and bisexual men were in the South. HIV was diagnosed in about 3 in 10 gay and bisexual men in El Paso, Texas; Augusta, Latasha and Chris Stamps are shown with their sons Cameron, 3, and Christopher, 6. Keishawna and Sheldon Smith are shown with their children Trinitee, 9, and Ga.; and Baton Rouge, La. In Christopher received a bone marrow transplant from his brother, which cured him of DeShawn, 6, who both have sickle cell anemia. PHOTOS BY STEPHANIE R. JONES Jackson, Miss., the rate was 4 sickle cell anemia. in 10, the highest in the nation. According to the report, By Stephanie R. Jones Support Group held its annual percent of children with sickle experience or an understanding “When she was born, we about 11 percent of gay and bi- Contributing Writer Parents’ Luncheon at the Jack- cell disease died before age 2, of the blood abnormality, has didn’t know anything about sexual men had been diagnosed Many parents of children son Medical Mall May 14, to while many others died in their added to the challenge. sickle cell. She was diagnosed living with an HIV infection who have sickle cell anemia bring together caregivers of teenage years. New treatments Nancy Julius of Pickens said at 10 at UMC,” said Julius. nationwide during the time cov- have watched as their children sickle cell patients who told have led to increased life ex- she took her daughter to local “Basically, doctors said they ered by the study. suffered unrelenting episodes stories of their struggles with pectancy. doctors who were perplexed didn’t know what was wrong. Emory University research- of pain in their bodies, constant understanding the disease and For many, the lack of un- for years about her condition. She had had crises for years. ers produced the new numbers hospitalizations and routine caring for their children. derstanding the disease, which Finally, when her daughter was Doctors thought it was ar- using national counts of HIV blood transfusions. The National Heart, Lung mainly affects African Ameri- 10 years old, doctors sent her to The Mississippi Sickle Cell and Blood Institute reports cans, and dealing with doctors Jackson where she was finally Sickle cell HIV Foundation Parent and Patient that 40 years ago nearly 15 in Mississippi who have not had diagnosed with sickle cell. Continued on page 3 Continued on page 3 Cleveland schools ordered Nigerian girl kidnapped by court to desegregate 2 years ago found alive

The Mississippi Link Newswire “Six decades opportunities for the children By Michelle Faul and Haruna Umar On May 13, following a five- after the Su- of Cleveland to learn, play and Associated Press decade-long legal battle to de- preme Court in thrive together. The court’s rul- LAGOS, Nigeria – One of the teenagers kid- segregate schools in Cleveland, Brown v. Board ing will result in the immediate napped by Boko Haram extremists over two years the U.S. District Court for the of Education and effective desegregation of ago from a boarding school in northeastern Nige- Northern District of Mississippi declared that the district’s middle school and ria has been found with a baby and was reunited ordered the Cleveland School Johnson ‘separate but high school program for the first with her mother, a doctor said Wednesday – the District to consolidate its sec- equal has no place’ in public time in the district’s more than first of the Chibok girls to be recovered since the ondary schools. schools, this decision serves as a century-long history.” mass abduction. The court rejected as un- reminder to districts that delay- In response to the ruling, The 19-year-old woman, described by an uncle constitutional two alternatives ing desegregation obligations is Mississippi State Conference as traumatized by her experience, was found wan- proposed by the school dis- both unacceptable and uncon- NAACP President Derrick John- dering with her baby on Tuesday on the fringes of trict, agreeing with the Justice stitutional,” said Principal Dep- son said, “The right to a qual- the remote Sambisa Forest, which is located near Department that the only way uty Assistant Attorney General ity public education for African- Nigeria’s border with Cameroon. to achieve desegregation is by Vanita Gupta, head of the Justice First Lady Michelle Obama is seen holding a sign call- consolidating Cleveland’s high Department’s Civil Rights Divi- Schools Nigeria ing for the safe return of 276 girls kidnapped by Boko schools and middle schools. sion. “This victory creates new Continued on page 3 Continued on page 3 Haram in Nigeria in 2014.

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Faith community unites to help Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority supports members quit mental health, stroke awareness in May tobacco Special to The Mississippi Link May has been a very busy Mississippi Link Newswire month for the ladies of Alpha On May 22, the faith community Kappa Alpha Sorority Incor- will rally in a nationwide, inter- porated, Rho Lambda Omega faith effort to address smoking and chapter. During the past few tobacco use in the African-Ameri- weeks, the sorority members can community. implemented two awareness Deemed No Menthol Sunday, projects for Mental Health the observance day calls faith Awareness and Stroke Aware- leaders around the country to ness Month. educate congregants about how Rho Lambda Omega chapter the tobacco industry targets the was a supporter of the Mental African-American community in Health Conference sponsored marketing mentholated tobacco by the National Alliance on products such as cigarettes and ci- Mental Illness. Held May 12-13 gars. The day also serves to remind at the University of Mississippi followers that unhealthy habits Conference Center, the theme may not be in line with their belief for the statewide conference systems. was: Building It Together. “This is a really important time Chapter members attended to discuss tough issues that are of- sessions on diversity, peer sup- Deanna Dixon receives a stroke assessment from Sherrone Wil- Monifa Beal-Horton, FNP-BC, checks the blood pressure of chapter ten left unspoken about – especial- port, helping youth living with liams, BSN during the Rho Lambda Omega stroke awareness event. member Chelsea Crittle. ly in the black Christian church,” mental illness and care for vet- said Delmonte Jefferson, execu- erans. Marilyn Reed, health pro- sippi, executive director. “They istered stroke assessments. tive director of NAATPN. “Dur- motions co-chairman, served as have been a tremendous part- Stroke awareness and preven- ing this second annual No Menthol a resource for NAMI Affiliates ner.” tion is an international Alpha Sunday, we are encouraging one during the NAMI Walk plan- The health promotions com- Kappa Alpha initiative. “We another to bring to light serious ning meeting session. mittee provided stroke screen- have a partnership with the concerns about our health and the During the conference lun- ings during their May chapter American Heart Association/ impact mentholated tobacco prod- cheon, Giliberit commended Al- meeting. “According to the American Stroke Association. ucts have on African-American pha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., American Heart Association/ We want our members informed communities.” for its international partnership American Stroke Association, about stroke so that we can in- According to the Centers for and support of NAMI’s mission. stroke is the leading cause of form others,” added Bridges. Disease Control and Prevention, Via the Launching New Dimen- death for all Americans and the Those participating in the as- more than 80 percent of adult Afri- sions of Service program, the risk of an African American hav- sessments received stress balls can Americans who smoke choose sorority is commitment to rais- ing a first time stroke is twice as and information on stroke pre- menthols. Studies also show that ing awareness regarding men- higher than whites,” said Sharon vention. while African Americans try more tal illness and reducing stigma Bridges, Esq., chapter president. Upcoming Rho Lambda often than whites to stop smoking, among underserved, minority “Rho Lambda Omega believes Omega Health Promotions Rho Lambda Omega Chapter Health Promotions co-chairman with they are less successful. populations. this is a serious matter, so we events include: The Longest Mary Giliberti, NAMI CEO, at the 2016 NAMI Mental Health Annual More than 100 faith-based orga- “Rho Lambda Omega Chap- decided to addressed this issue Day-Alzheimer’s Awareness, Conference....”Building It Together.” nizations and community members ter is doing great work promot- head on with our members.” on June 18, the Bebe Moore participated in the event last year. ing mental health awareness and The Rho Lambda Omega Campbell Minority Mental Walk/Fun Run set for Oct. 1. akarlo.org. Follow Rho Lamb- For more information, visit helping reducing stigma,” said medical team provided blood Health Town hall meeting on For more information about da Omega on Facebook, Insta- www.naatpn.org. Tameka Smith, NAMI Missis- pressure checks and admin- July 23, and the AKA 5K Run/ Rho Lambda Omega, visit www. gram and Twitter. www.mississippilink.com MAY 19 - 25, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 3 HIV Sickle cell Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 diagnoses in different commu- bers don’t reflect how com- encountering an infected gay thritis, the flu, they just didn’t nities. Lacking good census mon HIV infections really are or bisexual man is far greater know. Finally, they sent her to counts of sexually active gay in each area. It’s also not clear in some smaller communities, Jackson.” Then Julius said she and bisexual men, they used what factors may vary from some experts said. was told there was a chance her data from previous studies to city to city that might explain The research was released daughter wouldn’t live long, calculate how many men had differing rates. Tuesday through an obscure perhaps not until age 30. Her sex with other men. Still, while the largest total publication, the Journal of daughter, Jeanne Tate, is now In its look at metro areas, numbers of gay and bisexual Medical Internet Research. 44 years old. the study counts only those cases are in large cities like CDC officials described the Latasha Stamps’ 6-year-old who have tested positive for New York and Los Angeles, work as important and useful son, Christopher, was born with HIV. Because many HIV cases this research gives a better un- in deciding how to target HIV sickle cell anemia. She and her are not diagnosed, those num- derstanding that the chance of prevention funds. husband, Chris Stamps, both have the sickle cell trait, which means they carry a 25 percent Tougaloo chance of having a child with Continued from page 1 the disease. of experts in the examination and James Barksdale, chairman This year’s honorees include “I am a parent trying to help of two topics – progress made and president of the Barksdale Clarence Weatherspoon, Myr- another parent of another child,” since the Civil Rights Move- Management Corporation. lie Evers-Williams, Roderick Stamps said. She said they had ment and critical issues that Tougaloo has hosted the Two “Rod” Paige, James Barks- to decide on the risk of having currently confront progress. Rivers Gala/Tougaloo Honors dale, Benjamin E. Wright and another child who might also The panel of experts will in- since 2010. The event has pro- Aunjanue Ellis. have sickle cell. clude Daphne Chamberlain, vided a forum for the college The honorees personify cour- The Stamps took that chance chair of the Department of His- to honor individuals who have age, conviction and commit- and their case has had a better tory at Tougaloo College; Mar- made significant, even extraor- ment to excellence and service. ending than many. The couple Nancy Julius (left) is shown with her daughter Jeanne Tate, 44, who has ty Wiseman, professor emeritus dinary, contributions to society. Their accomplishments have had a second child, Cameron, sickle cell anemia. PHOTO BY STEPHANIE R. JONES of political science and former The 2016 theme “Saluting triggered transcending impacts now 3, knowing he might also executive director of the Sten- Mississippi Icons” will honor on the unique contribution of have the disease. But fortu- and social workers, everything. Other parents also touted the nis Institute at Mississippi State Mississippians in the areas of Mississippians to the state and nately he didn’t and was able to I took him to appointments,” benefits of the drug saying it University; Derrick Johnson, education, social activism, en- nation. provide a bone marrow trans- Chris Stamps said. “I would say has lessened pain crises and the president of the Mississippi trepreneur, creative genius, Jeffrey Osborne is the musi- plant to his older brother, who it’s OK. Whatever I was feeling, need for transfusions and hospi- State Conference of NAACP; journalism and sports. cal guest for the black-tie affair. his mother says is now cured of I knew I had to put my best foot talizations. sickle cell. forward for my son.” They work closely with doc- Sickle cell is a disease of the A relatively new drug called tors and social workers and the Nigeria blood, in which the red bloods hydroxyurea, originally devel- Mississippi Sickle Cell Founda- Continued from page 1 cells can take on a crescent or oped to treat cancer patients but tion, which provide support ser- sickle shape and become rigid. The news gave hope to the ing down Boko Haram in the remained captive. was unsuccessful, proved to in- vices to families. Red bloods cells carry oxy- families of the 218 girls who Sambisa Forest on Tuesday The young woman is the first crease hemoglobin in the blood Julius encourages parents to gen throughout the body, and are still missing and may pro- night, said Chibok commu- of those captives to be found so doctors tried it in sickle cell educate themselves about the when they become rigid, they vide information as to their nity leader Pogu Bitrus. But it since the kidnapping, which patients. Several parents say the disease and treatments avail- can’t properly flow throughout whereabouts. But the young turned out later those girls were grabbed worldwide attention drug has made a difference. able. the body. This process leads to woman told her mother that from elsewhere, said Awami and put a spotlight on the vio- Keishawna Smith said her “I didn’t have that 44 years painful crises in patients. some of the Chibok girls have Nkeki, secretary of the Chibok lence of Nigeria’s homegrown son hasn’t had a pain episode ago,” Julius said. Those with the condition re- died in captivity and the others local government council. Islamic extremists. in three years since using the Her daughter said she didn’t quire routine blood transfusions still are being held, according On April 14, 2014, Boko Ha- “God reigns!” one of the medication. “The journey has let the dire prognosis affect her to supplant the damaged blood to her family’s doctor, Idriss ram stormed and firebombed founders of the Bring Back been easier since we talked to life. “I wanted to go to college,” cells. Patients are susceptible to Danladi, who spoke to The the Government Girls Second- Our Girls movement, Oby Eze- the hematologist as Blair S. said Tate, now chairman of strokes at early ages as well as Associated Press after talking ary School at Chibok and seized kwesili, trumpeted on social Baston Children’s Hospital,” the Patient and Parent Support pneumonia and gallbladder is- with the mother. 276 girls preparing for science media. “OUR #ChibokGirl ... Smith said. She added that the Group of MSCF, which she did. sues. Other Chibok girls may have exams. Dozens managed to es- IS BACK!!!!!!! #218ShallBe- resilience of children is amaz- “I wanted to have a normal Chris Stamps said it was hard been rescued by soldiers hunt- cape in the first hours, but 219 Back because #HopeEndures.” ing. “After his crisis of pain in life,” said Tate, who graduated to learn his son had sickle cell. his legs and feet, it is like noth- from Tougaloo College. The “I was tough,” Stamps said. ing happened,” Smith said. drug hydroxyurea changed her Schools “But the unknown didn’t kill the “We look normal but patients life, she said, relieving her of Continued from page 1 excitement of having a child, al- with sickle cell and their parents pain in her legs, chest and back. American children remains a been pursued ‘with all deliber- 2012 and 2015. They described though it did set me back. become advocates,” she said. Stephanie R. Jones can be contested issue in this state. Un- ate speed,’ but instead has been the stigma long associated with “I began researching all I Her daughter hasn’t had a pain reached at srjones13@gmail. fortunately, local and state poli- a long, hard struggle that many the district’s black schools and could. I spoke with doctors episode in three years. com or (601) 454-0372. cymakers continue to undermine Mississippians have fought for, the sense among black children efforts to close achievement and and continue to fight for, to this in the community that white opportunity gaps. The promise day,” Meruvia said. “Democrats children attended better schools. of the Brown decision was to in Mississippi will continue our During last May’s hearing, they Voter engagement: How to assure provide quality education for all work to ensure that all students, testified that consolidation was children. However, this promise regardless of race or zip code, the only way to bridge the divide has yet to be realized because of will have equal access to a qual- and expressed a willingness to voting matters in your community efforts by state lawmakers to un- ity, fully-funded public educa- take the steps, however difficult, derfund, privatize and maintain tion system.” to secure equal educational op- By Pallascene Bright Cole COMMENTARY have an equal opportunity to segregated schools.” In the 96-page opinion, the portunities for their children Special to The Mississippi Link vote by the Americans with Dis- “This decision is a tremen- court made clear that the school and grandchildren. Parents of Your vote matters! For the effective July 1, within 30 days abilities Act dous victory for equality and district operated an inadequate all racial backgrounds testified past year, day in and day out, of the next election • Curbside voting or perma- the citizens of Cleveland, Mis- dual system and failed to achieve that they want their children to 24/7, America media shows all • Register to vote if you are a nently physically disabled vot- sissippi,” said Attorney Shakti the greatest degree of desegrega- learn in a diverse environment the negative reasons that your new citizen to the state of Mis- ing is done by driving within the Belway, who represented pri- tion possible given the circum- to prepare them to encounter the vote does not count. Hogwash! sissippi or will be age 18 before vicinity of the precinct to cast vate plaintiffs in the case and has stances. The court concluded world today. Just the fact that so many people the next election. You must be the vote. Permanently physical- been working with Mississippi the opinion by noting that “the The approved plan commits live in scarcity is the main result registered to vote 30 days before ly disabled voters must secure a NAACP in protecting the rights delay in desegregation has de- the district to a path of full en- of not voting. the election (primary, special or medical statement from a prac- of public school students. prived generations of students of gagement with students, parents, Why do you think some lead- general election) ticing medical doctor or licensed The NAACP noted, “after the the constitutionally-guaranteed educators and community stake- ers are dismantling voters’ rights • Do not send your jury duty nurse practitioner verifying that 1954 Brown v. Board of Educa- right of an integrated education. holders in implementing con- legislations? It is to prohibit or summons back with the wrong it is difficult for the voter to vote tion decision requiring school Although no court order can solidation. make it difficult to vote. We address. This can trigger remov- at the precinct. The voter’s med- districts across the country to right these wrongs, it is the duty Cleveland is a small Missis- have a responsibility to keep all ing you from the voter rolls ical request must be approved at end the practice of segregated of the district to ensure that not sippi-Delta city of 12,000 resi- citizens engaged so we can have • Call your election commis- least 60 days prior to the next schools, many communities es- one more student suffers under dents, divided by railroad tracks a voice in how elected leaders sioner to learn the types of ac- election. The absentee ballot is tablished segregated academies this burden.” that separate east from west as vote on issues important to us. ceptable identifications or ac- mailed to the voter’s address for to avoid the United States Su- Under the Justice Depart- well as black from white. The future of the community cess the Secretary of State Office completion at least 45 days prior preme Court mandate. These ment’s plan approved by the As one community member on such issues as education, website at www.sos.ms.gov. A to the election. private academies were cre- court – which was developed testified, “We can break down healthcare, economic develop- photo identification is required Timing is everything in get- ated to prevent black and white in consultation with experts in this wall of racism that divides ment, safety regulations, tech- to vote in the state of Mississip- ting your community engaged children from attending school school desegregation, school us and keeps us separated, and nology access, or faith-based pi. Should you fail to present ac- in the voting process. Energize together. However, the Cleve- facilities, school financing and we could create a new culture in issues are at stake. ceptable identification, Missis- your community by making land Municipal School District parent and community engage- our school system that’s going Think about the water cri- sippi law allows you to still vote voting essential or an urgency continued its practice of main- ment – the district will con- to unite us and unite our whole sis in Flint, Mich. The afflicted at the precinct by affidavit bal- for way-of-life improvements. taining a dual school system. solidate the virtually all-black city.” population was not engaged and lot. Present your identification at Make election day a family, Cleveland, Miss., is not unique D.M. Smith Middle School with The Justice Department failed to vote to keep the mainte- the circuit clerk’s office within friend or church outing event. in this effort, as there are over the historically white Marga- shares the sentiments of the nance of the livelihood they pos- five days after the election and Offer transportation to the el- 40 school districts still under a ret Green Junior High School. court that “the district’s commit- sessed. Flint still does not have your vote will still count derly or provide a mock election federal mandate to remove all The district will also consoli- ment to the education of its chil- enough caring leaders to help • Vote early. If you are 65 years for youth involvement. vestiges of segregation in Mis- date the virtually all-black East dren will no doubt ensure that get relief after all these months. of age or older, you do not need Make voting pleasurable, per- sissippi and hundreds through- Side High School with the his- the gem that is Cleveland, along To assure your vote counts, an excuse to vote by absentee sonal and positive by getting the out the South.” torically white Cleveland High with its surrounding areas, only get familiar with the following ballot. Be sure to review a sam- community mobilized for ac- The Mississippi Democratic School. Further, the district will shine brighter as the shadows of laws regarding voter registration ple ballot first to assure you vote tion. Vote. It’s your right. Party also issued a statement on review its existing educational segregation recede.” in Mississippi: for your desired candidate(s) Pallascene Bright Cole is the ruling through spokesperson programs and identify new The Civil Rights Division • Visit or call the county cir- • Complete the entire enve- chair of the Madison County Ouida Meruvia. programs for the consolidated works to enforce desegregation cuit clerk’s office to learn which lope (white or yellow) and sign Election Commission and serves “It is fitting that on the eve of schools, address staffing consid- orders in school districts for- precinct you should cast your it should you vote by affida- as election commissioner of Dis- the 62nd anniversary of Brown erations and perform necessary merly segregated by law, which vote vit or provisional ballot. Don’t trict 5. Cole is a former educa- v. Board of Education, the court maintenance and upgrades to have not yet fulfilled their legal • Find out if your voting stop there. After the election, tor and her community services has ordered Mississippi to make facilities. obligation to eliminate segre- precinct changed if you have inquire with your circuit clerk include providing student schol- a significant stride forward in The ruling follows years of gation “root and branch.” The moved. If your name or address or election commissioner to as- arships, educational training, achieving the ideal set forth in collaborative work with the local division continues to prioritize changes, update your informa- sure your vote was verified and tutoring and mentoring, eco- Brown – equality in our public community and private plaintiffs enforcement of court orders ad- tion (HB 809 passed during the counted nomic development and speak- school system. However, with in this case. Community mem- dressing segregation in the na- 2016 Mississippi Regular Legis- • State and local governments ing to groups on the importance the court’s ruling, we’re remind- bers – from parents and faith tion’s schools to ensure that all lative Session to facilitate online are required to ensure that per- of registering to vote. She can ed that equality in our state’s leaders, to former teachers and children can access the building updates if you are already regis- manently disabled voters, elder- be contacted at mtiservices@ public education system has not coaches – testified in court in blocks of educational success. tered to vote. This law becomes ly voters or voters with injuries yahoo.com. GET YOUR CURRENT NEWS AND WATCH AP VIDEOS ONLINE AT: www.mississippilink.com LOCAL

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Class of 2016 scholarship recipients are (from left) Allyson Banks, Makayla Wiley, Maiah Scott, Shakeria Anderson, Kayla Hicks, Darshanetta Munson and Demadria Davis. Not pictured are Al- anna Bass, Curtisha Brown and Kennedy Jones. National Coalition of 100 Black Women Central Mississippi Chapter members.

The Mississippi Link Newswire was befitting to the tea-time ser- ment in a Historically Black respectively, for the event. The National Coalition of vice and ambience provided in College or University their Proceeds for the program 100 Black Women Inc., Cen- the days’ activities and experi- freshman semester, community were given by the 2015 Holi- tral Mississippi Chapter, hon- ence. involvement and a written nar- day Top Hat corporate sponsors ored 10 high school female stu- The recipients of the schol- rative stating how their college in supporting NCBW efforts to dents with scholarship awards arship awards were Shakeria experiences would prepare them fulfill its programmatic thrust in for their exemplary scholastic Anderson of J. Z. George High to make a positive difference in “Making Advocacy Count!”... achievements on April 30 at the School, Allyson Banks of Ha- the African-American commu- through services to woman, historic Fairview Inn in Jack- zlehurst High School, Alanna nity. children and the communities. son. Bass of Raymond High School, Charence Higgins, Miss Jack- Other ladies of the coali- “This year’s Scholarship and Curtisha Brown of Provine son State University 2015-2016, tion serving on the committee Awards Program ceremony was High School, Demadria Davis was the guest speaker who gave were Cynthia Armstrong, Ethel extraordinary in its presentation of Terry High School, Kayla an inspiring speech challenging Gibson, Helen Govan, Angela to these young deserving schol- Hicks of Richland High School, the minds of the young ladies Jones, Ella Robinson, Simeca ars in a celebration and recep- Kennedy Jones of Jim Hill High who all plan to attend an HBCU Rockingham, Gaynell Tinsey, tion conducted by the Scholar- School, Darshanetta Munson of in the fall. Keshia Washington, Dolores ships and Awards Committee Hazlehurst High School, Maiah In attendance were parents Wright and Luigia Hodge, first under the leadership of Dovie Scott of Ridgeland High School of the students, family mem- vice president of Programs. Reed, chair; and LaVerne Gen- and Makayla Wiley of Koscius- bers and NCBW sisters. Enter- For additional information on try, co-chair,” said Sharolyn ko High School. tainment was provided by jazz National Coalition of 100 Black Smith, chapter president. These class of 2016 recipients vocalist Bobby Conner. Travis Women Incorporated Central Pictured are (from left) Sharolyn Smith, chapter president; Alanna Bass, This year’s program theme, were selected based on their Burke and Ted Davis were the Mississippi Chapter, visit www. scholarship recipient; and Gaynell Tinsey, Scholarship Committee mem- “Believe, Achieve, Receive” academic achievements, enroll- photographer and videographer, centralms.org. ber.

2016 Scholarship Committee chairs are (from left) Luigia Hodge, vice president of Programs; Ethel Gibson, Dovie Reed, chair; Charence Higgins, guest speaker; Gaynell Tinsey, Simeca Rockingham, LaVerne Gentry, co-chair and Angela Jones.

Pictured are LaVerne Gentry, Dovie Reed, Allyson Banks, Makayla Wiley, Maiah Scott, Charence Higgins, Shakeria Anderson, Kayla Hicks, Darshanetta Munson, Demadria Davis, Shaunice Johnson and Luigia Hodge. LOCAL

www.mississippilink.com MAY 19 - 25, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 5 AKA sorority hosts African ACLU sues to challenge anti-LGBT state law The Mississippi Link Newswire not the Mississippi we’re proud gay and transgender people,” The American Civil Liberties to call home. We’re hopeful oth- said ACLU staff attorney Josh Union and the ACLU of Mis- ers will come to realize this and Block. “HB 1523 has no right- dance class to raise money sissippi filed a lawsuit May 9, not allow this harmful measure ful place in Mississippi or in to challenge HB 1523, the anti- to become law,” they said. our history books, and we’re LGBT law which passed this The Supreme Court was clear hopeful this lawsuit can stop as for ‘Little Dresses for Africa’ spring that allows public offi- in its marriage ruling last year: much of it as possible before it cials and businesses to refuse to States must provide the “same goes into effect. We won’t rest serve gay and transgender indi- legal treatment” to married until every last piece of this law The Mississippi Link Newswire viduals. same-sex couples that they pro- is struck down and all LGBT Members of the Rho Lambda The lawsuit, which targets the vide to the marriages of differ- people in Mississippi have equal Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa registrar of vital records, was ent-sex couples. justice under the law.” Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosted an Af- filed on behalf of ACLU of Mis- HB 1523 directly contradicts “The ACLU stands firmly rican dance class to raise funds for sissippi members and Nykolas the Supreme Court’s ruling by against discrimination in all a project titled “Little Dresses for Alford and Stephen Thomas, a treating the marriages of same- forms,” said ACLU of Missis- Africa.” gay couple who are engaged to sex couples differently than the sippi Executive Director Jennifer African dance is more than be married and face discrimina- marriages of everyone else, the Riley-Collins. All citizens de- a workout. Participants experi- tion as a result of this law. ACLU said. serve the right to be treated equal- enced an educational and spiritual Plaintiffs Nykolas Alford and The statute does not authorize ly regardless of sexual orientation journey with each movement and Stephen Thomas have been en- anyone to discriminate against or gender identity. The ACLU of drumbeat. This was a calorie burn- gaged for nearly two years. They the marriages of different-sex Mississippi will continue to work ing experience that nourished the describe HB 1523 as “a slap in couples based on religious be- to defend and preserve the indi- body, mind and spirit. Members of the Rho Lambda Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha So- the face.” liefs. It singles out the mar- vidual rights and liberties that the In recent studies African dance rority learn moves during the African dance class. “When HB 1523 passed, it riages of same-sex couples U.S. Constitution guarantees ev- participants described diverse ben- was heartbreaking because it and provides a special right for eryone in this country.” efits, which included increased ex- takes away our chance to fi- governmental officials and for- The case, ACLU of Missis- ercise tolerance, stress reduction, nally be treated equally. At a profit businesses to discriminate sippi v. Judy Moulder, was filed feelings of group support and ben- time when we’re supposed to against them. in the U.S. District Court for eficial spiritual experiences. be excited as a couple engaged “We’re stepping up to fight the Southern District of Mis- The purpose of the Pillowcase to be married, this law permits this sweeping anti-LGBT and sissippi in Jackson. The ACLU Dress Service Project is to make discrimination against us simply unconstitutional law that au- and attorney Oliver Diaz are co- little dresses for communities in because of who we are. This is thorizes discrimination against counsel. South Africa and Liberia. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s goal is to make more than 29,000 pillow- AARP honors senators, press secretary case dresses. In July, Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Senators Sollie B. Norwood and Hillman T. Frazier were honored on national conference will meet in May 11, by Mississippi AARP members with presentation of award Atlanta, Ga., where ladies will Pictured are (from left) Jennie Hall, Nsombi Lambright, Marilyn Reed, plaques for dedicated service to the community and constituents learn the total dress count for Francine Haig-Jones, Lisa Beckley-Roberts, instructor; Sandra Carr and for their efforts to keep the senior community abreast of leg- dresses collected. From there, Hayes, and Stacey Matthews. islation concerning them. Pictured are (bottom, from left) Aretha dresses will be shipped and ulti- Gates Lawson, AARP Capitol Area No. 850 president; Sen. Nor- mately sent abroad through mis- The dance instructor for the Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc across wood, Bettye Taylor, AARP Mississippi president; Sen. Frazier and sion teams and other organiza- class was Lisa Beckley Roberts, the country. Mildred Kidd, AARP Capitol Area Chapter No. 850 vice president. tions. accompanied on African drums The African dance class was Mississippi Senate Press Secretary Arnold Lindsay (at left) was also “The little dresses for Africa by musicians from Hassan Drums hosted by the Global Impact Com- honored with a presentation of a plaque by Taylor for his service to project epitomizes our goal to and Dance Assemble. mittee. AARP members during their times at the Capitol. serve mankind. This is an inno- Proceeds from the African For more information about the vative way to raise money for a Dance Class will be donated to Little Dresses for Africa project worthwhile cause,” said Sharon the “Little Dresses for Africa” Ser- or the Global Impact Committee, Bridges, president of Rho Lambda vice Project that is currently being contact Sandra Hayes at (601) Omega. implemented by chapters of Alpha 208-0863. COMMUNITY

6 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MAY 19 - 25, 2016 www.mississippilink.com JMAA receives Baa1 Rush, Hinds County leaders rating in Moody report sign petition to FAA opposing Mississippi Link Newswire will continue to capitalize on its The Jackson Municipal Air- strengths. port Authority received a second • JMAA refunded its previ- takeover of Jackson’s airports positive rating on its financial ously outstanding 2005 A & status recently. B revenue bonds with a direct Moody’s Investors Service is- placement in 2015. The transac- Mississippi Link Newswire a financially solvent asset that’s sued a Baa1 rating for JMAA. tion provided the airport with Bluesman and Jackson resi- contributing to the economic Key factors included in the report net present value savings of $3.7 dent Bobby Rush recently took development of the city and are: million. time after a performance to sign state,” said Rosie L.T. Pridgen, • As the primary air carrier and • JMAA’s debt is entirely fixed a petition opposing the state’s chairman of the JMAA Board of transport service provider for rate with standard rate and issu- attempt to takeover Jackson’s Directors. Mississippi, the Jackson-Medgar ance covenants of 1.25 times. The airports. He joined elected of- On May 2, the Hinds County Wiley Evers International Air- flat debt service profile maintains ficials, clergy and citizens- sup Board of Supervisors voted in port serves a unique market of annual payments of approxi- porting the Jackson Municipal favor of supporting the petition business travelers. mately $3 million through 2026 Airport Authority’s petition to and signed it along with clergy • JMAA maintains a strong before decreasing to the mid-$1 the Federal Aviation Adminis- and leaders of Central Missis- market position with limited million range through final matu- tration. sippi Churches. competition. Commercial air- rity in 2035. A strong debt service The JMAA wants the federal Anyone interested in circulat- line traffic for fiscal year 2016 coverage ratio on JMAA’s bond agency to deny an airport operat- ing the petition or signing it may remains stable. Airlines have in- ordinance provides bondholders ing certificate to the new region- download a copy by visiting creased flights and capacity, with with protection against revenue al airport authority that Missis- www.jmaaworks.com, or click the addition of non-stop flights volatility. Liquidity for JMAA is sippi lawmakers sought to create the link on the site to sign the e- by United Airlines, Inc. and by above Moody’s median level for by passing Senate Bill 2162. On petition. Delta Air Lines, Inc. JMAA is Baa1 rated airports. May 4, Gov. Phil Bryant signed Under the proposed board in also in discussions with potential JMAA Chief Executive Of- the bill into law. However, a new SB 2162, the mayor of Jackson new carriers to provide addition- ficer Carl D. Newman, A.A.E., board won’t be seated unless the Blues legend Bobby Rush signs a petition opposing the state of only appoints one of the nine al service. stated, “Moody’s Baa1 rating FAA approves it as an “eligible Mississippi’s attempt to control Jackson’s airports. commissioners, and that ap- • Through visionary leadership for JMAA following a similar airport sponsor” and issues an pointee’s term is shorter than and its strategic plan 2021, a fo- positive rating by Fitch Ratings airport operating certificate. The and anyone opposed to the state administrator in Washington, other appointees. Hinds County cus on air service development, confirms that we are focused on FAA issued the certificate to the government’s hostile takeover to D.C. would not have an appointee. revenue generating projects the strategic initiatives that will city of Jackson in 1973. help them reach a goal of 10,000 “We appreciate citizens, com- Yet, the two adjoining counties and a revised and robust capi- make JMAA facilities the Air- The JMAA Board of Com- signatures by May 25. Petitions munity leaders and elected of- would have a representative on tal improvement plan, JMAA ports of Choice.” missioners is asking citizens will be shared with the FAA’s ficials taking action to support the new board, if it is seated.

Dollar General awards $26,000 to local schools, groups

Mississippi Link Newswire 43 states the company serves. with funding to further literacy use Dollar General Literacy ies and nonprofit organizations to to literacy and education is rooted On May 13, the Dollar General Locally the Rankin County and education across the commu- Foundation funds to support pro- help students below grade level or through the Dollar General Lit- Literacy Foundation awarded School District in Brandon re- nities we call home,” said Todd grams aimed at enhancing sum- who experience difficulty reading eracy Foundation and the com- $26,000 to local organizations to ceived $6,000; Jackson State Vasos, Dollar General’s CEO. “It mer, family and adult literacy by providing funding to imple- pany’s co-founder, J.L. Turner. help fund programs aimed at sup- University’s School of Lifelong is always so exciting to see the programs. Grants will be used to ment literacy programs, purchase Turner had a third-grade educa- porting youth, family and sum- Learning received $10,000; and true and meaningful impact the help promote childhood summer new technology or equipment tion and was functionally illiter- mer literacy programs. These lo- Hinds Community College in Dollar General Literacy Foun- reading or help adults learn to or purchase books, materials or ate after dropping out of school to cal grant awards are part of over Raymond received $10,000. dation has on both children and read, prepare for the high school software to enhance literacy pro- support his family. His grandson $7.1 million in grants awarded to “Consistent with our mission adults looking to improve their equivalency exam or learn Eng- grams. Applications are available and former CEO, Cal Turner Jr., more than 900 schools, nonprof- of Serving Others, we are excited lives through literacy.” lish. Youth literacy grants provide online at www.dgliteracy.org. founded the Dollar General Lit- its and organizations across the to provide these organizations Recipients of the grants will funding to schools, public librar- Dollar General’s commitment eracy Foundation in 1993.

activities. Pedestrians are also welcome. Volunteers for demo activities are needed from high-school students in seventh through 12th grade. NEWS BRIEFS The Play Street Program involves closing a spe- 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 20, at Smith Park. For The cost is $150. cific street or streets to traffic and opening that space more details about the Bike to Lunch event, contact Participants in the intensive workshop will be guided Bike to Lunch event to the community to create an area where kids can Ramina Aghili at (601) 960-1857 or e-mail raghili@ through the history of the movement via lectures, oral set for May 20 at Smith safely play and be active. Citizens can fill out an ap- city.jackson.ms.us. history panels, and group and individual work. The plication with the city to designate a play street. workshop will also explore the nature of American de- Park in Jackson The city is seeking volunteers to help host activities mocracy and how engaged citizens can advance dem- for the Play Streets Jackson DEMO. Volunteers can Civil rights workshop ocratic ideals in the face of resistance and oppression. May is National Bike Month, which is sponsored help spread the message of active living and play by for teens planned The workshop will feature field trips to civil rights by the League of American Bicyclists, celebrated in helping to demonstrate to citizens what Play Streets landmarks in Jackson, the Mississippi Delta and Mem- communities nationwide and observed in Jackson Jackson can look like for those who have never at- A six-day workshop designed to teach youth about phis. Students will also be encouraged to participate in where Mayor Tony T. Yarber has issued a proclama- tended. Suggested activities include a fitness class, contributions and sacrifices made by people who a service learning project. Other benefits of the work- tion. skateboarding, cycling, hula hooping or rollerskating. were their age during the Civil Rights Movement is set shop include notebook and learning materials, lunches, As a part of this celebration, Bike to Lunch Day will Volunteers can hold a jump rope contest, bean-bag for 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 13-18 at the COFO Civil T-shirts and a workshop ending program conducted by be held May 20, at Downtown Jackson Smith Park. toss, relay race or play hopscotch. Also welcome are Rights Education Center, 1017 John R. Lynch St., on the Hamer Institute faculty and students. Residents are encouraged to ride their bikes to Smith teams or classes giving active demos on cheerlead- the campus of Jackson State University. For more information and to sign-up for the sum- Park for the event, which will feature a Play Streets ing, martial arts, flag football, step teams, flash mob The Southern Civil Rights Movement: The Pivotal mer workshop, visit: www.jsums.edu/hamerinstitute/ Jackson demonstration, music, food trucks and other and salsa dancing. Role of Young People workshop is for middle and SCRM.

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Thompson asks Heath named Advisor of Year NCAA to review ‘religious freedom bill,’ by USM student organization potential sanctions The Mississippi Link Newswire Andre Heath, assistant to the dean for stra- The Mississippi Link Newswire tegic initiatives for the College of Science WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman and Technology at the University of Southern Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released Mississippi, has been recognized as USM’s the following statement May 13, regard- Office of Student Activities’ Student Organi- ing his letter to NCAA President Mark zation Advisor of the Year. Emmert. In his letter Thompson asks the The Office of Student Activities hosted NCAA to review Mississippi’s HB 1523 the Student Organization Achievement and and advise him on the sanctions that the Recognition Awards Ceremony to recognize Thompson state’s NCAA member institutions may leaders in different categories who are active face as a result of the law: and believe in student success through the “Today, I wrote to NCAA President Mark Emmert ask- involvement of campus student organiza- ing him to review Mississippi’s HB 1523 and advise me tions. on all implications that our state’s institutions may face as Student leaders in Increasing Minority a result of this bill. Currently, Mississippi is the only state Access to Graduate Education organization still banned from hosting predetermined NCAA postseason nominated Heath. Alexis Sanders, president events because of the confederate imagery on the state flag. of I.M.A.G.E., said, “To his students, he I am deeply concerned that the governor’s insensitive and (Heath) makes himself available for counsel, ill-advised signing of this discriminatory so-called “reli- mentoring and to help students with anything gious freedom” law will draw further sanctions from the else they may need. Mr. Heath has contrib- NCAA so I have called on the organization to review the uted to the success and impacted the lives of bill and advise me on just how much the state stands to lose many students and has not ever asked for any- as a result of this law. thing in return.” “It is possible that the state may lose the right to host pre- During Heath’s 17 years with Southern determined and non-predetermined events and champion- Miss, he has been a former student advisor ships. For example, three of our state’s baseball teams are to Men of Excellence and Kappa Alpha Psi currently ranked in the Top 25 in the country. It may be pos- Fraternity. sible, that despite their athletic achievements, they will be “I am humbled to be recognized by the Of- prevented from hosting postseason tournaments and cham- fice of Student Activities for such an award,” pionships on their home fields because the governor and Heath said. “My passion for service and lead- the legislature felt it necessary to sanction discrimination. ership development has afforded me count- “Athletics is an important part of our state’s heritage less opportunities to invest in the lives of our and our sports teams and colleges have historically had students.” a great deal of success. This law may cost our state vital Heath said he makes it his goal to be re- tourism money, opportunities for economic development, sponsible for supporting students and part- and much-needed support for those NCAA member institu- nering with them so they can make informed tions. I would like to have this law reviewed and have the decisions and create the right goals in order to NCAA explain the potential repercussions so that we all excel. When asked what he enjoys most about Andre Heath was named Advisor of the Year by the University of Southern Mississippi’s Office of Stu- know just how much we stand to lose in the name of dis- advising, Heath replied, “I enjoy watching dent Activities’ Student Organization. He is shown accepting the award with Emily Holmes, associate crimination and inequality.” emerging leaders grow and develop.” director of Programs for the Office of Student Activities.

New safety measures Entergy Mississippi dedicates Hinds solar site mark Dog Bite Awareness Company officials ‘flip the switch’ on the last of Week for Postal Service three sites in the Bright Future solar system

Customers asked to indicate dog’s The Mississippi Link Newswire “This installation, along with ones in Mississippi Public Service Commis- The day was overcast but the future Lincoln and DeSoto Counties, are the sion, the plan is designed to improve presence for package pickup was bright as officials with Entergy first-ever utility-owned projects in the reliability, modernize the grid, main- Mississippi, Inc., joined by employees, state,” said Haley Fisackerly, Entergy tain an adequate workforce, stabilize community and business leaders, and Mississippi president and CEO. “Soon, rates, use new technologies and attract The Mississippi Link Newswire joined by the American Academy city, county and state representatives, these three sites will give us answers to new industry. While there are no individual Mis- of Pediatrics, American Humane dedicated the third and final site in the questions that will help us prepare for Entergy Mississippi, Inc. provides sissippi locations listed in the top 30 Association, American Veterinary company’s Bright Future pilot solar the future.” electricity to approximately 445,000 dog attack city rankings released last Medical Association, Insurance In- system. The three sites combined will pro- customers in 45 counties. It is a subsid- week by the U. S. Postal Service, formation Institute and State Farm The Hinds solar site is a ground- duce 1,500 kilowatts of electricity (500 iary of Entergy Corporation. Entergy two new dog awareness steps un- Insurance in driving home the mes- mounted system that tracks the sun’s kW each), which is enough electricity Corporation is an integrated energy veiled for National Dog Bite Aware- sage that dog bites are a nationwide movement throughout the day to pro- to power the equivalent of 175 homes. company engaged primarily in electric ness Week May 15-21 are no less issue and that education and aware- duce up to 500 kilowatts of electricity. All three sites include real-time data power production and retail distribu- important to the 41 Mississippians ness can help prevent dog attacks to It is part of a pilot project to collect monitoring linked to Entergy Missis- tion operations. Entergy owns and op- among the 6,549 postal employees people of all ages. data and help determine the economics sippi’s website at www.entergy-mis- erates power plants with approximately attacked last year. Of the 4.5 million Americans bitten and feasibility of solar generation in sissippi.com/solarproject/. While the 30,000 megawatts of electric generat- “Dogs are protective in nature and by dogs annually, half of all victims Mississippi. The study results will help Hinds solar site is a tracking system, ing capacity, including nearly 10,000 may view our carriers handing mail are children, according to the Centers guide comparisons of solar generation the DeSoto and Lincoln sites are fixed- megawatts of nuclear power. Entergy to their owner as a threat,” said Mis- for Disease Control and Prevention. to other generation options in Entergy tilt arrays. delivers electricity to 2.8 million util- sissippi District Manager Elizabeth Many attacks to children are by the Mississippi’s service area. It will also The Bright Future pilot solar system ity customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Johnson. “Preventing these accidents family pet or a dog familiar to the help provide insight on the more opti- is part of the Bright Future plan, a blue- Mississippi and Texas. Entergy has an- means that both our employees and child, so it’s important to keep chil- mal locational and technical details of print for Mississippi’s electric service nual revenues of more than $11.5 bil- our dog-loving customers need to dren and dogs separate, especially if a future solar projects. needs through 2025. Approved by the lion and more than 13,000 employees. stay aware and on high alert to what dog is known to act aggressively. could happen.” Johnson emphasized The Postal Service encourages the her point by noting only five Missis- news media to share the following sippi Post Offices that experienced tips and use the hashtag #prevent- dog attacks in 2014 suffered repeat dogbites when reporting on this criti- Vicksburg district announces promotion occurrences in 2015; yet, while 18 cal issue. Post Offices eliminated dog attacks • If a letter carrier delivers mail or from 2014 to 2015, 23 others with packages to your front door, place of chief of Emergency Management no dog attacks in 2014 suffered new your dog in a separate room and ones in 2015. close that door before opening the The Mississippi Link Newswire ment Command with over (XO) or as the Battalion Op- Enhancing Employee Safety front door. Dogs have been known to The U.S. Army Corps of 340 assigned and attached erations Officer (S3). Johnson also points to two new burst through screen doors or plate- Engineers, Vicksburg Dis- Soldiers in Fort Lewis, Wash. A native of San Antonio, safety measures intended to alert glass windows to get at strangers. trict, is proud to announce Major Kenna’s military Texas, he earned his bachelor USPS carriers of dogs on their de- • Dog owners should keep the the promotion of Cpt. Da- awards and decorations in- of science degree in computer livery routes. The first went into ef- family dog secured. Parents should vid M. Kenna to the military clude Bronze Star Medal, science from the University fect May 13 on usps.com’s Package remind their children not to take rank of Major. Meritorious Service Medal, of Texas at San Antonio. Ken- Pickup application. Customers were mail directly from letter carriers in Maj. Kenna was com- Army Commendation Med- na is married to Jieun Kenna, asked to indicate if there is a dog at the presence of the family pet as the missioned in the U.S. Army al, Army Achievement Med- and his next assignment is to their address when they schedule a dog may view the letter carrier hand- Corps of Engineers in De- al, National Defense Medal, attend the Command General package pickup. The second goes ing mail to a child as a threatening cember 2005, and joined the Afghanistan Campaign Med- and Staff College, Fort Leav- into effect later this spring. gesture. district in April 2014. He al, Global War on Terrorism enworth, Kansas. “The Mobile Delivery Devices • The Postal Service places the serves as chief of the emer- Service Medal, Korea De- The Vicksburg District en- that letter carriers use to scan pack- safety of its employees as a top pri- gency management branch Kenna fense Service Medal, Army compasses a 68,000-square- ages to confirm delivery will include ority. If a letter carrier feels threat- of Operations Division. His Service Ribbon, Overseas mile area in the tri-states of a feature that allows carriers to indi- ened by a vicious dog or if a dog duties include developing plicability, project eligibility Service Ribbon (2), NATO Arkansas, Louisiana and cate the presence of a dog at an in- is running loose, the owner may be plans and directing execu- and operational procedures Medal, and Combat Action Mississippi, that holds seven dividual address. This is especially asked to pick up the mail at the Post tion of such plans for natural concerning emergency ac- Badge. major river basins and incor- helpful to substitutes who fill-in for Office until the carrier is assured the and national emergency situ- tivities. The grade of major is the porates approximately 460 letter carriers on their days off,” ex- pet has been restrained. If the dog is ations within the district’s Prior to joining the district, first field grade military of- miles of mainline levees. plains Johnson. roaming the neighborhood, the pet tri-state area of Arkansas, he served as Company Com- ficer rank above the rank of The district is engaged in As the Postal Service kicks off owner’s neighbors may be asked to Louisiana and Mississippi. mander of the Headquarters Captain in the U.S. Army. A hundreds of projects and sup- National Dog Bite Prevention Week, pick up their mail at the Post Office He also serves as advisor to and Headquarters Company major typically serves as the ports disaster response in its which runs through May 21, it is as well. the commander on policy ap- of an Expeditionary Sustain- Battalion Executive Office tri-state area. 8 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MAY 19 - 25, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Murrah students gain financial JPS’ financial status is literacy skills at reality fair far from being a crisis By Beneta Burt Special to The Mississippi Lin k COMMENTARY A recent media re- the last five years, JPS has been under- port seemed to distort funded by about $67 million. Still, we Jackson Public Schools’ have managed to bank $15 million in finances, particularly our rainy day fund. the headline claiming Our budget issues, then, is far from the district was facing crisis. In the current political climate, it “financial crisis.” This has become routine. headline is misleading, meaning the Even with the cuts, we will con- entire article could be misinterpreted tinue to be good stewards. The district and wrongly imply incompetence at is more committed than ever to em- JPS. brace its mission, which is to mold the Some context, perspective and facts 28,000 boys and girls into great citi- are in order. zens, taxpayers and leaders. And based For sure JPS is facing budget chal- on the state Department of Education’s lenges, given the Legislature’s decision assessment from last year, we are doing to consistently underfund MAEP cou- just that. pled with its decision this year to cut Our pass rate for the Third Grade taxes. This means $559,555 less for the Literacy Exam jumped 8 percent and is current academic year and $4 million now 80 percent. At Raines Elementary for the next school year. School the pass rate jumped 34 percent Obviously that’s a lot but it does not and at Dawson Elementary it climbed equal to a crisis, a term in the headline 26 percent. The district’s graduation The last stop for Murrah Reality Fair participants is Regions Bank where volunteers from the financial institution verify their that is not directly attributed to Super- rate jumped 2 percent. At Provine High ability to live within their means. intendent Cedrick Gray or anyone else School it improved 5.2 percent. Refer- in the report. Crisis connotes chaos, in- Mississippi Link Newswire They had to purchase food, clothing, will be able to enjoy as an adult.” rals to the alternative school are down stability, danger. That is far from real- Murrah High School students got transportation and insurance, secure At the end of their rotation, scholars nearly 10 percent and average daily at- ity at JPS. a taste of what to expect when they housing and determine how to make visited the Regions Bank booth where tendance is up 2.5 percent. As board members, part of our fidu- become adults during the annual The choices within their means. Scholars volunteers verified their expenses to We will continue to innovate. Hardy ciary responsibility is to be sensitive Reality “Real World” Fair held from chose options at each booth that fit determine whether or not wise finan- Middle School will be transformed about how JPS is framed, given some 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 9 at the school. their lifestyle and maintained a ledger cial decisions were made with their into an Academy of Career Explora- of the school choices that could further Approximately 400 scholars par- of their expenses. money. tion for future engineers and coders. threaten public education. While we ticipated in 30-minute rotations of According to Shirley Williams, the The goal of The Reality “Real Powell Middle School will become an welcome competition from faith-based 18 centers that represented different Reality Fair coordinator at Murrah World” Fair at Murrah was to foster Academy of Military Science for future institutions, private schools and charter facets of real life. Booths included High School, learning starts in the the connection between high school leaders. schools, we should not be framed – in- businesses, services and opportunities classroom, weeks before the fair. performance, career potential and At JPS, we – the board of trustees, tentionally or unintentionally – as the such as healthcare, insurance, hous- “At the Reality Fair, the practi- lifestyle expectations. the superintendent, administrators, whipping boy that helps drive enroll- ing, transportation, law, clothing, gro- cal implementation of the classroom “This is the single most important teachers and staff – are privileged to ment elsewhere. cery stores, restaurants, entertainment comes to life and jumps out at them,” opportunity to give our scholars a serve our students, parents, taxpayers It’s widely known that JPS is not venues, college and the military. said Williams. “There is a relation- snapshot of what’s to come in life – and the community. We embrace all our dealing with a stressed budget in iso- Armed with a checkbook and a bud- ship between how scholars perform in whether they are ready for it or not,” challenges as the state’s largest, most lation. School districts statewide – and get, scholars visited different sections school, what job they will qualify for said Williams. “Hello, world! Hello, urbane school district and we know our state agencies – are facing the same set of the fair to spend their ‘money.’ later in life, and the lifestyle that they Reality!” success overwhelms our shortcomings. of challenges, based partly on lawmak- Our financial situation is not unique ers’ decision to cut taxes as tax collec- or in crisis. It’s just our reality – which tions shrink and broad needs ignored. is similar to school districts and state This systemic problem should not be agencies in Mississippi. And at JPS, CDC scholars receive top awards lost on parents, taxpayers and voters. given our mission, we have embraced Jackson schools, for example, received this reality. $15 million less in 2015 that it was due Beneta Burt is the board president of at Nissan STEP graduation had MAEP been fully funded. And over Jackson Public Schools.

Mississippi Link Newswire Career Development Center stu- Acclaimed Pecan Park educator dents won first place in the 2016-2017 S.T.E.P. competition held at Nissan’s manufacturing facility in Canton. appointed to MDE committee They posted the best overall scores and some of the best individual scores Mississippi Link Newswire ementary Presidential Awardees of all school districts represented in Peggy Carlisle, a gifted education pro- • Member of the Mississippi Science the competition. Additionally, 100 gram teacher at Pecan Park Elementary Standards Revision Committee, serving percent of CDC students who attempt- School, has been appointed as the K-5 as the K-5 Specialist ed the online Robotics Certification Specialist on the Mississippi Science • Chair of the Shell Science Teaching were successful. Frameworks Revision Team. Award Panel, National Science Teachers S.T.E.P. stands for Student Technol- Carlisle has served in JPS for 23 years Association ogy Exchange Program. The program and at Pecan Park Elementary for the past • Food engineering presenter at the engages students in STEM (science, 15 years. She currently serves 53 gifted National Science Teachers Association technology, engineering, and math- Career Development Center students display first-place S.T.E.P. competition trophy. students in second through fifth grades. Conference ematics) experiences by embracing Additionally, Carlisle is the president- • National Teachers Hall of Fame their existing knowledge, mindsets involving Nissan, Mississippi State son County, Canton, Leake County, elect of the Society of Elementary Presi- The Mississippi Science Framework and skills and by building a bridge to University and the Mississippi De- Franklin County and Senatobia-Tate. dential Awardees (2014-2016). She has Revision Team is a collaboration of the world of work through manufac- partment of Education. The program exposes participants been recognized in past years for out- educators from K-12 systems and insti- turing, design and engineering. JPS is one of six participating to the latest technology used at Nis- standing achievements in education at tutions of higher learning in the state. S.T.E.P. robotics is a collaboration school districts along with Madi- san’s facility in Canton. the local, state and national level includ- The product of their work is an outline ing: of what students across the state should • Award chair and elementary rep- learn through competencies and objec- resentative for the Mississippi Science tives in science. It gives teachers a foun- Teachers Association dation for science curriculum develop- • President-elect of the Society of El- ment at all grade levels. $70,000 from Lockheed Martin will help fund STEM PREP at JSU

Mississippi Link Newswire lenges of a global market- Lockheed Martin contributed $70,000 place. for scholarships in computer engineering, “Lockheed Martin has computer science and industrial systems been instrumental in help- and technology to Jackson State Univer- ing us develop a new cad- sity’s College of Science, Engineering’s re of scientists, engineers and Technology. Lockheed Martin’s and technicians critical to contribution also will be utilized as seed Harvey our nation’s ability to sus- funding for the STEM PREP Academy tain its leadership position in an ever-in- that engages middle school students in creasingly competitive world,” Aló said. STEM learning during the summer on For many years, Jackson State Univer- JSU’s campus. sity has engaged in a working partnership Dean of CSET Richard A. Aló said, with Lockheed Martin Corporation. “The Lockheed Martin Innovate Partner- Excited about his role as the executive ship Initiative is a unique opportunity to sponsor for JSU through Lockheed Mar- increase awareness in STEM through an tin, Gerald G. Harvey Jr., vice president investment in the next generation of tech- of legislative affairs, said, “We seek to nical talent and leadership.” build upon and expand this mutually ben- The partnership seeks to provide JSU eficial relationship with this gift and we students with relevant educational expe- are pleased with the partnership and the riences that prepare them for the chal- ongoing growth of the CSET program.” EDUCATION

www.mississippilink.com MAY 19 - 25, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 9 Graduates say their goodbyes at Alcorn commencement The Mississippi Link Newswire For Sunflower native Regi- nald Higgins the May 7 com- mencement marked the end of an incredible era at Alcorn State University. This milestone is one that he will cherish for the rest of his life. “Receiving my bachelor’s degree makes me feel accom- plished,” said Higgins, who earned a bachelor’s degree in ag- ricultural economics. “I am proud to say that I’ve crossed the finish line. I am proud to be a young, educated black man.” The day was just as special for Fayette native Amber Hall. She is proud to have earned a master’s degree in school counseling in the midst of juggling a teaching career and motherhood. “To achieve this milestone in my life feels amazing,” said Hall. Johnny C. Taylor Jr., president and CEO of the Thurgood Award of Excellence winner, DeAnte Spann (second from right), receives a plaque from ASU President Alfred “What I once thought was impos- Marshall College Fund, was the keynote speaker. Rankins Jr. sible has become a reality.” Higgins and Hall were among your victory lap.” number one thing you can do for your school and mentor someone corn and your families with pride sented the Award of Excellence to the 594 students that received In his speech, Taylor encour- Alcorn and HBCUs is show up to so that they wont make the same and dignity.” DeAnte’ Spann, a Morton native college degrees at the 2016 Com- aged the graduates to shine bright your future careers and perform mistakes you made. If every one Other than the graduates com- who earned a bachelor’s degree mencement Exercises in the Dav- in their various fields to prove exceptionally. It’s not enough to of our alumni would give sig- pleting their college careers, in elementary education. Spann ey L. Whitney HPER Complex. why historically black colleges say you have a degree. You have nificantly, we can make a differ- several other highlights stood was awarded a gift of $1,000. President and CEO of the and universities are relevant. to show that you can use your de- ence.” out at commencement. President President of the Alcorn State Thurgood Marshall College Fund “You make the case for why gree to the fullest.” Alcorn President Alfred Rankins presented Taylor with University National Alumni As- Johnny C. Taylor Jr. was the key- HBCUs are relevant. Amongst Taylor stressed to the graduates Rankins Jr. congratulated the an honorary doctorate of human sociation, James Stubbs, pre- note speaker. you is some amazing talent. You the importance of giving back to graduates for completing this letters degree. Nearly 90 mem- sented the Alcornite of the Year Taylor applauded the graduates all are going to change the world Alcorn. He noted that all dona- chapter in their lives. He encour- bers of this year’s Golden Class Award to Neddie Winters, a 1972 for completing their studies. one day, and you all will make the tions, big or small, contribute to aged the new alumni to be posi- of 1966 were recognized for their graduate who currently serves as “Each of you should be so case for the Thurgood Marshall the progress of the university. tive representatives for the uni- 50th graduation anniversary. The president of Mission Mississippi. proud of yourselves because College Fund when we speak “You have to give back. At the versity. class received golden diplomas Winters, along with his wife some students aren’t fortunate on why HBCUs are important. end of the day, you have to pour “To the new Alcorn alumni, we and donated $117,167 for their Tommie, donated a $2,016 gift enough to graduate,” said Taylor. People are going to judge Alcorn funds into the institution that has wish you well in the next phase class endowment. to the ASU Foundation Inc. on “So the fact that you’re here is a State University based on what given so much to you. You have of your lives,” said Rankins. “Re- Dr. Shelby Wilkes, secretary behalf of this year’s graduating big deal. Today, you should take you do in the workplace, so the to go out and recruit students for member to always represent Al- for the ASU Foundation Inc., pre- class. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presents CCC president with $10K check

Pictured from left are Nancy S. Newson, second vice president of the Clarksdale-Marks Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.; Coahoma Community College President Valmadge Towner; Rosalyn K. Griffin, president of the Clarksdale-Marks Alumnae Chapter of DST; and LaShasa S. Griffin, first vice president of DST.

The Mississippi Link Newswire Griffin, first vice president; and of Mississippi that allowed the CLARKSDALE – Students at Nancy S. Newson, second vice organization to have distinctive Coahoma Community College president, were all on hand to automobile license plates avail- now have access to more finan- bestow the generous donation, able for purchase. Portions of the cial resources for college thanks generated from the sorority’s car proceeds are placed in a tag fund to the generous donation of one tag fund. that is divided among the five local sorority. “We are ecstatic to have con- Historically Black Colleges and The Clarksdale-Marks Alum- tinuous monetary support from Universities in the state. nae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, “It is an honor and a privilege Sorority, Inc. recently presented Inc.,” said Towner. “Monies do- to be a part of an organization that Coahoma Community College nated from DST will help us not only talks the talk but also President Valmadge Towner with provide financial support and in- walks the walk,” said Griffin. a $10,000 check that will award centives to deserving students as “The youth of today are our fu- $1,000 scholarships to 10 eli- they pursue academic goals. We ture and a great investment. This gible Tigers during the upcoming applaud DST for stepping up to is just an excellent opportunity to school term. help our students again.” assist students in the continuation Rosalyn K. Griffin, president According to the chapter of their education. Members of of the Clarksdale-Marks Alum- president, the funds were gen- the sorority are proud to be a part nae Chapter of Delta Sigma erated with the help of legisla- of the driving force behind qual- Theta Sorority Inc.; LaShasa S. tion passed in 2002 by the state ity education in the state.” GET YOUR CURRENT NEWS AND WATCH AP VIDEOS ONLINE AT: www.mississippilink.com 10 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MAY 19 - 25, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Message from the Religion Editor

By Daphne Higgins tions. (Psalm 33:11) Religion Editor Mabry addresses True Light • Do not be anxious about Over the anything, but in everything, by past few weeks prayer and petition, with thanks- and continuing giving, present your requests youth with his story of grace throughout the to God. And the peace of God, rest of this month, which transcends all under- high schools and standing, will guard your hearts Special to The Mississippi Link colleges across and your minds in Christ Jesus. True Light Baptist Church, the state of Mississippi have and (Philippians 4:6-7) 224 E. Bell St., Jackson, recent- are setting their stages for an un- • The fear of the Lord is the ly hosted its annual Youth Day forgettable journey for so many. beginning of knowledge, but celebration. “Training in Wis- That journey is graduation from fools despise wisdom and disci- dom, Growing in Grace” was an institution that for so many pline. (Proverbs 1:7) the selected theme which was has become home. • Commit to the Lord what- embraced by the church’s guest Now, you all know that my ever you do, and your plans will speaker, Tommy Mabry, a for- own child’s graduation occurred succeed. (Proverbs 16:3) mer gang member who travels several weeks ago and like both • Don’t let anyone look down the country sharing his story of me and my husband, parents and on you because you are young, God’s forgiveness. loved ones are sharing words of but set an example for the be- Mabry is happy to share that wisdom with the graduates of lievers in speech, in life, in love, his story is a testimony that 2016. I’d like to take this mo- in faith and in purity. (1 Timothy anyone can rise above his/her ment to share the most impor- 4:12) circumstances to be the person tant word of all, God’s word • Whatever you do, work at it God intended him/her to be. He with this new crew of academic with all your heart, as working acknowledged that he was rebel- achievers. for the Lord, not for men, (Co- lious in his youth and sought at- • For we are God’s workman- lossians 3:23) tention by doing any and every- ship, created in Christ Jesus to • Have I not commanded you? thing that he thought made him do good works, which God pre- Be strong and courageous. Do cool. pared in advance for us to do. not be terrified; do not be - dis When sharing his story, Mabry (Ephesians 2:10) couraged, for the LORD your tells of the period when he was • Trust in the Lord with all God will be with you wherever obsessed with getting tattoos and your heart and lean not on your you go. (Joshua 1:9) committing crimes such as steal- own understanding; in all your • Love the Lord your God The True Light congregation celebrates with the youth choir. ing, robbing and burglarizing, as ways acknowledge him, and he with all your heart and with well as getting gold teeth, all at will make your paths straight. all your soul and with all your a very young age. Gang violence (Proverbs 3:5-6) mind and with all your strength. and drugs were also a part of his • For I know the plans I have (Mark 12:30) lifestyle. for you,” declares the LORD, As I always do, I now ask As a child, Mabry was kicked “plans to prosper you and not that you remember Isaiah 52:7 out of every elementary and to harm you, plans to give you which reads – “How beautiful middle school he attended hope and a future. (Jeremiah on the mountains are the feet and was sent back and forth to 29:11) of those who bring good news, youth detention centers. A judge • Brothers, I do not consider who proclaim peace, who bring warned him that in five years, he myself yet to have taken hold good tidings, who proclaim sal- would either be dead or locked of it. But one thing I do: Forget- vation, who say to Zion, Your up. Mabry survived a gunshot ting what is behind and straining God reigns!” and then realized that he had to toward what is ahead, I press The Mississippi Link, a mes- change the way he was living. on toward the goal to win the senger for news in and around His life took a dramatic turn Tommy Mabry gets personal with the young people prize for which God has called the state of Mississippi, would after he met his mentor, actor of True Light. Tommy Mabry (left) is shown with actor Tommy Ford. me heavenward in Christ Jesus. like to not only share your news Tommy Ford, who starred as (Philippians 3:13-14) but all who would like to tell Tommy in the sitcom “Martin.” black college, Tougaloo College, Mississippi. He now travels the of True Light, shared that the • And we know that in all others about the Lord’s good- Ford became a positive influence where he was elected Mr. Touga- country encouraging youth to young people of the church en- things God works for the good ness and about their places of in the young man’s life and in- loo by his peers and administra- never give up. joyed the message Mabry deliv- of those who love him, who worship and even those religious spired him to pursue a basketball tors. Now the author of two books, ered. She stated that his story is have been called according to institutions that are visited. career. In 2011, Mabry received his Mabry loves sharing his life’s not just for young people but one his purpose. (Romans 8:28) To share your news, contact Mabry began traveling the bachelor’s degree and became a story. He said, “I told myself in that everyone can learn from as • Cast all your anxiety on him Daphne M. Higgins at reli- U.S. while playing basketball. school teacher in the same school today’s society it’s not that many they continue to “grow in grace.” because he cares for you. (1 Pe- [email protected], fax This opened the door for him to district that he was kicked out books for younger kids like me to Rev. Marcus E. Cheeks is the ter 5:7) (601) 896-0091 or mail your attend Missouri State on a full various times as a youth. relate to so that pushes me … to pastor of True Light. • But the plans of the Lord information to The Mississippi scholarship. He later transferred At 24 years old, he says that he inspire the younger generation.” Mabry shares his journey at stand firm forever, the purposes Link, 2659 Livingston Road, to the renowned historically is one of the youngest authors in Gwen Washington, a member www.tommiemabry.com. of his heart through all genera- Jackson, MS 39213.

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New Hope Baptist Church, 5202 Watkins New Horizon Church International, 1750 El- College Hill M. B. Church, 1600 Florence Dr., Jackson, continues it month of prayer, lis Ave., Jackson, in conjunction with HD High Ave, Jackson, will host its Baccalaureate ser- themed: “May: 31 Days of Prayer.” The Def Performing Arts, is hosting its Children’s vices on May 22, during the 11 a.m. service. event, for girls sixth through 12th grades, will Music Camp, “Citywide Turn Up the Praise For more information, call (601) 355-2670. include entertainment, a fashion show, life II” for ages 5 – 12 through May 20, from 5:30 Rev. Michael T. Williams is the pastor. lessons and gifts. Activities for the weekend p.m. – 8:30 p.m. nightly. The closing concert will close with the Baccalaureate Worship will be held at 5 p.m. May 21. The event will Greater Pearlie Grove M. B. Church, 1640 Service for the 2016 graduates. For more feature the “Turn Up The Praise” mass choir West County Line Road, Jackson, will host information, visit http://newhope-baptist.org/ along with special guests. The closing concert its Baccalaureate services May 22, during or call (601) 366-7002. Dr. Jerry Young is the is free. For more information, visit http://www. the 11 a.m. service. For more information call pastor. nhcms.org/ or call (601) 371-1427. Bishop (601) 354-2026. Rev. Stephen Mason is the Ronnie Crudup Sr. is the pastor. pastor. St. Paul A. M. E. Church, 816 Madison Ave., Madison, Outreach Ministry will collect per- Mount Olive M. B. Church’s, 111 Mount Olive St. Mark Church, 1638 Clinton-Raymond sonal care items for the men and women of Road, Flora, youth department will host a mu- Road, Clinton, will have its ordination service Stewpot Ministries during the entire month sical at 4:30 p.m., May 21. The guest speaker for Min. Dexter H. Shelby and Bro. Jerry D. of May. For more information, call (601) 898- will be Deacon Calvin Randle. For more infor- Washington to become a deacon at 3 p.m. 9610 or visit http://stpaulamemadison.org/. mation call (601) 853-3100. Rev. Glenn Dale May 29. For more information call (601) 813- Rev. Byram D. McKinzie is the pastor. Robinson is the pastor. 8704.

GET YOUR CURRENT NEWS AND WATCH AP VIDEOS ONLINE AT: www.mississippilink.com www.mississippilink.com MAY 19 - 25, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 11 PRESERVED Where are the Reaping your harvest peacemakers? Part II By Pastor Simeon R. Green III goings: they have made them Special to The Mississippi Link crooked paths: whosoever goeth By Shewanda Riley sows. Whoever sows to please polling shows that most Ameri- guided by Christian principles, Columnist Peacemakers therein shall not know peace.” their flesh, from the flesh will cans support the ACA, want the they seem to have missed the pursue and ac- As peacemakers, we must use reap destruction; whoever sows Senate to vote on a Supreme important biblical lesson of seed Shock. Awe. tively work to- our influence to affect reconcili- to please the Spirit, from the Court Justice and want immi- and harvest. The seeds that are Disgust. Fear. ward peace. We ation between God and others. Spirit will reap eternal life.” It gration reform. Rather than gain planted will bring about the Anxiety. Joy. live as a peace- Read 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; appears as though the divisions support for their efforts, the Re- harvest of what is at the heart Confusion. maker by follow- Galatians 6:1 in the New Testa- in the Republican Party are the publican led House and Senate of the seed. Just like an apple These are just a ing the example ment. We are concerned that all harvest of the seeds of division have historically low approval seed will produce apples, seeds few of the senti- of Jesus Christ. In the Old Tes- people be at peace with God. As they have sowed for the last ratings. of separation can only produce ments expressed tament, He is called the Prince peacemakers, we will do all we eight years. What does all of this have to separation. It is ludicrous to ex- after the recent Indiana presi- of Peace (Isaiah 9:6) and in the can to help reconcile the lost in- For the last eight years, the do with the truth in those verses pect party unity or even a uni- dential primaries when the two New Testament, the Apostle dividuals with God. Republican Party, including from Galatians? The Republican fied country after so many years remaining Republican presi- Paul reveals that Jesus is our Acts 9:1-6 (KJV) reads, “And party officials as well as elected party has planted seeds of disre- of hateful contentious rhetoric. dential candidates dropped out, peace in that He has reconciled Saul, yet breathing out threaten- officials, have waged a deliber- spect, dissension, discord and Watching these events unfold leaving Donald Trump the pre- Jews and Gentiles along with ings and slaughter against the ately vicious campaign against division for the past eight years should remind each of us to be sumptive nominee. Since then, reconciling both to God (Ephe- disciples of the Lord, went unto President Barack Obama and his and what is their harvest, a po- careful of what we say and do there has been continuous anal- sians 2:14-16). the high priest, And desired of administration. This includes the litical party that is very close to to others. Unless there is a crop ysis of how Trump is an indica- Every Christian believer him letters to Damascus to the fight over the Affordable Care splitting and a presidential can- failure, you will surely get the tion of larger problems within should be a peacemaker in the synagogues, that if he found any Act also known as Obamacare, didate who enjoys causing divi- harvest of the seeds you plant. the Republican Party. Others sense of sharing and spreading of this way, whether they were the fight over filling the vacant sion by openly bullying others? The question you may want to have also said that his popular- the Gospel message that peace men or women, he might bring seat of late Supreme Court Jus- In contrast, President Obama, ask yourself is what kind of ity is due to voter anger with the with God is possible. During them bound unto Jerusalem. And tice Antonin Scalia and the fight who they declared would be a seeds are you planting in your “Washington Establishment.” the Christmas season, we often as he journeyed, he came near over immigration policies. one-term president days after life and in the lives of others. That may be true but to me quote the angels’ message to the Damascus: and suddenly there Despite their best efforts, his 2008 inauguration, now en- Shewanda Riley is a Dallas it looks like something else. shepherds when Jesus was born: shined round about him a light Republicans have failed miser- joys high approval ratings. Fort Worth-based author who Galatians 6:7-8 warns “Do not “Peace on Earth and good will from heaven: And he fell to the ably to halt the implementation For a political party that can be reached at lovehang- be deceived: God cannot be toward all.” (Luke 2:14) earth, and heard a voice saying of those policies. In fact, recent very boldly states that they are [email protected]. mocked. A man reaps what he Making peace takes real com- unto him, Saul, Saul, why per- mitment, dedication and a deter- secutest thou me? And he said, mined effort. Although peace is Who art thou, Lord? And the a gift from God through Christ, Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou The Top 10 Gospel Songs from the Billboard peace must be honestly and care- persecutest: it is hard for thee to fully sought (read 1 Peter 3:11). kick against the pricks. And he Money is not peace. Having a trembling and astonished said, Gospel Charts for the week of May 19 weapon is not peace. In the Old Lord, what wilt thou have me to Testament, the first son, Cain, do? And the Lord said unto him, killed Abel, his brother, with- Arise, and go into the city, and it out a gun. Some people thought shall be told thee what thou must SONGS ARTISTS ALBUM peace could be found in alcohol do (KJV).” and drugs, but they didn’t find it As we search Acts 9:1-6, we 1. Wanna Be Happy? Kirk Franklin in those things. find a great example of a peace- My friends, there can be no maker, the Apostle Paul, who 2. 123 Victory Kirk Franklin real peace in the world until we was known as Saul before his 3. Worth Anthony Brown & group therAPy have peace with God. Peace can encounter with and conversion never come out of war. We’re to Christ. Saul was a trouble- 4. Intentional Travis Greene still at war in Iraq. War is pov- maker who threatened and 5. Put A Praise On It Tasha Cobbs Featuring Kierra Sheard erty, depression, suffering, evil, slaughtered the disciples of the killings and hatred. It has never Lord. However, he was trans- 6. The Anthem Todd Dulaney produced anyone permanent formed from a troublemaker to 7. I’m Yours Casey J peace. a peacemaker. My friends, if we We ask ourselves over and are willing to be a peacemaker, 8. Made A Way Travis Greene over, “Where does peacemaking we must be willing to count the 9. #YDIA Zacardi Cortez begin?” How can we become cost and pay the price. peacemakers in our environ- Next week, May 26, 2016, 10. Better Hezekiah Walker ment of a scared, drug-filled and Part III, “Where are the peace- dangerous world? If we are to makers?” To listen to snippets of these songs, please visit billboard.com/charts/gospel-song be peacemakers, we must make Rev. Simeon R. Green III is peace with God. pastor of Joynes Road Church In Isaiah 48:22 (KJV), the of God, 31 Joynes Road, Hamp- prophet shares these words: ton VA 23669. He is married to “There is no peace, saith the Velma L. Green. He is a member Moving the Masses Toward the Mission of the Master Lord, unto the wicked.” This of the National Association of same prophet shares in Isaiah Evangelism Church of God, An- 59:8 (KJV), these words, “The derson, Ind. He serves as chair- way of peace they know not; man of the Southeastern Associ- and there is no judgment in their ation of The Church of God, Inc.

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WEDNESDAY Michael T. Williams Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. Pastor Classes: Children • Youth • Adult - 7:00p.m.

New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church Pastor, Dr. F. R. Lenoir Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Live Radio Broadcast WOAD AM 1300 - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE 2. Pursuant to Section 57-39-39, MDA is authorized to make amount not to exceed $853,916 for the purpose of purchasing twenty one (21) days prior to June 14, 2016, and the last publi- interest-bearing loans to public schools and/or local government and installing energy conversion measures to promote energy cation shall be made not more than seven (7) days prior to such The City Council acting for and on behalf of the City of Jackson, entities, for the purpose of purchasing and installing energy con- efficiency and economic growth. date, said Resolution to be published on May 19 and 26, and Mississippi (the “Governing Entity”), the City Council of the City version measures to promote energy efficiency and economic June 2 and 9, 2016. of Jackson, Mississippi (the “Governing Body”), took up for con- growth. Section 2. The Loan will be secured by a Note and all other doc- sideration the matter of authorizing and approving a loan on be- uments necessary to secure the loan executed and delivered by Section 5. The Clerk of the City shall be and is hereby directed half of the Government Entity from the Mississippi Development 3. The City will agree to make energy efficiency capital improve- the City to MDA. Pursuant to Section 57-39-39, failure of the City to procure from the publisher of the aforesaid newspaper the Authority (“MDA”) for the purpose of purchasing and installing ments or design and install new processes to improve energy to meet its repayment obligations shall result in the forfeiture of: customary proof of said publication of this Resolution and have energy conversion measures to promote energy efficiency and efficiency and productivity and will request MDA to finance such the same before the Council on the date and hour specified in economic growth. costs associated with the development of these improvements Sales taxes from the Mississippi Department of Revenue in an Section 3 hereof. (the “Project”). amount sufficient to repay obligations due pursuant to Section There upon Council Member Stokes offered and moved the 57-39-39 of the Act. Council Member Stokes moved adoption; Council Member Bar- adoption of the 4. Pursuant to the Section 57-39-39 and guidelines adopted rett-Simon seconded. following resolution: by MDA, the City will file an application with MDA for a loan to Section 3. The Council proposes to authorize and approve the be used for the development of the Project in the amount of loan from MDA in the amount and for the aforesaid purposes at Yeas – Barrett-Simon, Foote, Hendrix, Priester, Stamps, Stokes RESOLUTION DECLARING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY $853,916 (the “Loan”). a meeting of the Governing Body to be held at its regular meet- and Tillman. OF JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI, TO AUTHORIZE AND AP- ing place at City Hall in Jackson, Mississippi at 6 p.m. on the day Nays – None. PROVE A LOAN ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FROM THE 5. The City and MDA will enter into a Loan Agreement (the June 14, 2016 or at some meeting held subsequent thereto. If Absent – None. MISSISSIPPI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN A MAXIMUM “Agreement”) wherein the City agrees to borrow the proceeds fifteen hundred (1,500) of the qualified electors in the City shall PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED EIGHT HUNDRED of the Loan subject to and upon the terms and conditions of the file a written protest with the Clerk of the City against the authori- ************** FIFTY-THREE THOUSAND, NINE HUNDRED SIXTEEN DOL- Agreement. zation and approval for the Loan on or before the aforesaid date The motion having received the foregoing vote of the Governing LARS ($853,916) FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING and hour, then the Loan shall not be entered into unless autho- Body, the Council President declared the motion carried and the AND INSTALLING ENERGY CONVERSION MEASURES 6. In order to secure the Loan, the City will execute and deliver rized at an election on the question or authorizing and approving Resolution adopted, on this the 3rd day of May, 2016. TO PROMOTE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND ECONOMIC to MDA a Promissory Note (the “Note”) and will enter into any the Loan. Such election shall be called and held as provided GROWTH. and all other documents necessary to secure the Loan. Failure by law. Title: ______of the City to meet its repayment obligations shall result in the WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Jackson, Mississippi forfeiture of: If no protest is filed, then the Loan may be entered into with- Jackson, Mississippi (the “Governing Body”), does hereby find, determine, adjudicate out an election on the question of authorizing and approving the and declare as follows: Sales taxes from the Mississippi Department of Revenue in an Loan at any time within a period of two (2) years after the date Kishia L. Powell Gus McCoy amount sufficient to repay obligations due pursuant to Section above specified. Director, Department of Public Works Chief Administra- 1. The Energy Development Fund, constituting Section 57-39- 57-39-39. tive Officer 39, Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended, was enacted for the Section 4. This Resolution shall be published once a week for at purpose of providing financial assistance to entities interested in NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF least four (4) consecutive weeks in the Mississippi Link, a news- Terry Williamson making energy efficiency capital improvements or in designing THE CITY OF JACKSON, AS FOLLOWS: paper published in Hinds County, Mississippi, and having a gen- Legal Counsel and installing new processes to improve energy efficiency and eral circulation in the County and qualified under the provisions productivity in the state of Mississippi (the “State”). Section 1. The Council of the City does hereby declare its inten- of Section 13-3-31, Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended. The 5/19/2016, 5/26/2016, 6/2/2016, 6/9/2016 tion to authorize and approve a Loan from MDA in the principal first publication of this Resolution shall be made not less than CLASSIFIED

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Ordinance approving West Leasing, LP A RE- the NW corner of that certain property conveyed Ordinance granting Colonial Jackson, LLC A REZONING View Drive, 60 feet west of and parallel with the west line of said ZONING FROM R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY) RESIDEN- to John F. Gussio, Jr., as recorded in Deed book FROM SUD Special Use District to TND Traditional Neighbor- Block “M”, Club Park Subdivision, Part 3, for a distance of 121.51 TIAL DISTRICT to C-2 (LIMITED) Commercial 2912 at page 777 of the aforesaid Chancery records hood Development, to develop a Traditional Neighborhood feet to the beginning of a curve to the right; run thence around District with a use permit for a fast food restau- and the point of beginning for the property herein Development, to be known as Colonial Highlands for prop- said curve, having a radius of 33.8 feet, for a distance of 67.5 rant for property LOCATED AT Raymond Road, described; continue thence N65°46’32”W, along erty LOCATED AT 5635 Old Canton Road, CASE NO. 3925. feet, and having a chord bearing of south 84 degrees 51 minutes Parcel #836-130, CASE NO. 3927. the aforesaid southern R.O.W. line of McDowell west for a distance of 56.87 feet to a point in the northern line of Road, 490.59 feet to the present eastern R.O.W. line WHEREAS, Colonial Jackson, LLC has filed a petition to rezone Colonial Circle; run thence northwesterly along the northern line WHEREAS, West Leasing, LP has filed a petition to of Raymond Road as recorded in Deedbook 3078 property located at 5635 Old Canton Road, in the City of Jackson, of Colonial Circle and around a curve to the left having a radius rezone property located at Raymond Road (Parcel at page 293 of the aforesaid Chancery records; First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, from SUD Spe- of 810.1 feet, 60 feet from and parallel with the northern line of #836-130), in the City of Jackson, First Judicial Dis- run thence S80°32’02”W, along the present south- cial Use District to TND Traditional Neighborhood Development, Block “P”, Club Park Subdivision, Part 3, for a distance of 173.7 trict of Hinds County, Mississippi, from R-1 (Single- ern R.O.W. line of Raymond Road, 35.86 feet; run to develop a Traditional Neighborhood Development, to be known feet, and having a chord bearing of north 44 degrees 07 minutes family) Residential District to C-2 (Limited) Commer- thence S43°21’55”W, along said present R.O.W. as Colonial Highlands; and west for a distance of 173.33 feet to the beginning of a 1 degree cial District with a Use Permit to allow for a fast food line, 114.39 feet; run thence S65°46’32”E, 615.12 37 minute curve to the right; run thence around said curve, having restaurant; and feet to the SW corner of the aforesaid Gussio prop- WHEREAS, the Jackson City Planning Board, after holding the a radius of 3,546.0 feet, 60 feet from and parallel with the northern erty, run thence N0°08’31”E along the west bound- required public hearing, has recommended approval to rezone line of Block “P”, Club Park Subdivision, Part 3, for a distance of WHEREAS, the Jackson City Planning Board, af- ary of the aforesaid Gussio property, 140.15 feet to the property from SUD Special Use District to TND Traditional 589.5 feet, and having a chord bearing of north 45 degrees 29 ter holding the required public hearing, has recom- the point of beginning. Neighborhood Development; and minutes west for a distance of 589.34 feet to the beginning of a 6 mended approval to rezone the property from R-1 degree 43 minute 15 second curve to the left; run thence around (Single-Family) Residential District to C-2 (Limited) is hereby modified so as to approve the rezoning of WHEREAS, notice was duly and legally given to property own- said curve, having a radius of 852.5 feet, 60 feet from and paral- Commercial District with a Use Permit; and the property on Raymond Road, Parcel #836-130 ers and interested citizens that a meeting of the Council would lel with the north line of Block “P”, Club Park Subdivision, Part 3, from R-1 (Single-Family) Residential District to C-2 be held at the City Hall at 2:30 p.m., Monday, April 18, 2016 to for a distance of 661.6 feet, and having a chord bearing of north WHEREAS, notice was duly and legally given to (Limited) Commercial District with a Use Permit to consider said change, based upon the record of the case as de- 62 degrees 57 minutes west for a distance of 645.11 feet to the property owners and interested citizens that a meet- allow for a fast food restaurant within a C-2 (Lim- veloped before the City Planning Board; and beginning of a curve to the right; run thence around said curve to ing of the Council would be held at the City Hall at ited) Commercial District however, that before a Use the right, having a radius of 99.4 feet, for a distance of 114.8 feet, 2:30 p.m., Monday, March 21, 2016 to consider said Permit is issued for any structure to be erected or WHEREAS, it appeared to the satisfaction of the City Council and having a chord bearing of north 52 degrees 05 minutes west change, based upon the record of the case as devel- use thereof on the said property, the applicant must that notice of said petition had been published in the Mississippi for a distance of 108.56 feet to a point in the east line of Colonial oped before the City Planning Board; and meet the requirements established through the Site Link on February 4, 2016 and February 18, 2016 that a hearing Circle; run thence north 18 degrees 55 minutes west along the Plan Review process. The Zoning Administrator is would be held by the Jackson City Planning Board on February east line of Colonial Circle, 60 feet east of and parallel with the WHEREAS, it appeared to the satisfaction of the ordered to note such change on the Official Zoning 24, 2016, all as provided for by ordinances of the City of Jackson east line of Block “F”, Club Park Subdivision, Part 1, for a distance City Council that notice of said petition had been Map to the City of Jackson, Mississippi. and the laws of the State of Mississippi, and that the Jackson City of 123.77 feet to the beginning of a 3 degree 44 minute curve to published in the Mississippi Link on February 4, Planning Board had recommended approval of the petitioned re- the right; run thence around said curve, having a radius of 1,534.8 2016 and February 18, 2016 that a hearing would be SECTION 2. That the cost of publication of this Or- zoning of the above described property to TND Traditional Neigh- feet, 60 feet from and parallel with the east line of Block “F”, Club held by the Jackson City Planning Board on Febru- dinance shall be borne by the petitioner. borhood Development; and Park Subdivision, Part 1, for a distance of 511.2 feet, and having a ary 24, 2016, all as provided for by ordinances of the chord bearing of north 09 degrees 25 minutes west for a distance City of Jackson and the laws of the State of Missis- SECTION 3. That this Ordinance shall be effective WHEREAS, the Council after having considered the matter, is of of 508.71 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 145.7 sippi, and that the Jackson City Planning Board had thirty (30) days after its passage and after publication the opinion that such changes would be in keeping with sound acres, more or less. recommended approval of the recommended rezon- of same by the petitioner. land use practice and to the best interest of the City and that there ing of the above described property to C-2 (Limited) ______has been a substantial change in the land use character of the And also; Commercial District; and surrounding area that justifies rezoning the property and there is President Priester recognized Randy Hayes, Appli- a public need for additional property in that area zoned in accor- All of Block “L” of Club Park Subdivision, Part 3, according to the WHEREAS, the Council after having considered the cant, who spoke in favor to approve the Rezoning dance with the request in said application since any previous City map or plat thereof which is on file and of record in the office of matter, is of the opinion that such changes would be from R-1 (Single-Family) Residential District to C-2 Council action. the Chancery Clerk of Hinds County at Jackson, Mississippi, in in keeping with sound land use practice and to the (General) Commercial District with a Use Permit to Plat Book 6, at Page 15 thereof, reference to which map or plat is best interest of the City and that there has been a construct a Quick Service Restaurant (dining place). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF hereby made in aid of and as a part of this description, containing substantial change in the land use character of the ______THE CITY OF JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: 7.72 acres, more or less. surrounding area that justifies rezoning the property and there is a public need for additional property in There was no opposition from the public. Section 1. That the property located in the City of Jackson, First All of the above-described property being the same property as that area zoned in accordance with the request in ______Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, more particular de- that conveyed by Trustmark National Bank, a national banking said application since any previous City Council ac- scribed as follows: association, to Colonial Jackson, LLC, a Louisiana limited liability tion; and Council Member Stokes moved adoption; Council company, by a Special Warranty Deed dated August 27, 2014, Member Stamps seconded. That certain tract or parcel of land lying and being situated within and recorded in Book 7166, at Page 1722, on the land records WHEREAS, the Council after having considered the the inner bounds of Colonial Circle and Club View Drive as shown in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Hinds County at Jackson, matter, is also of the opinion that the recommended Yeas- Barrett-Simon, Hendrix, Priester, Stamps and by the maps and plats of Club Park Subdivision, Parts 1, 2, and 3, Mississippi. Use Permit for a fast food restaurant within the C-2 Stokes. on file and of record in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Hinds (Limited) Commercial District would be compatible Nays- None. County at Jackson, Mississippi, in Plat Book 6, at Pages 15, 16, is hereby modified so as to approve the rezoning of the property with the character of development in the vicinity rela- Absent- Foote and Tillman. and 17, respectively, and in the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) of Sec- at 5635 Old Canton from SUD to TND, however, before a permit tive to density, bulk and intensity of structures, park- tion 7, in the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) of the Southeast Quarter is issued for any structure to be erected or use thereof on the said ing, and other uses; and would not adversely affect ATTEST: (SE 1/4) of Section 7, and in the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of property, the applicant must meet the requirements established vehicular or pedestrian traffic in the vicinity. Kristi Moore Section 8, Township 6 North, Range 2 East, City of Jackson, First through the Site Plan Review and Subdivision Ordinance pro- City Clerk Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, being more particu- cess. The Zoning Administrator is ordered to note such change NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE larly described as the Colonial Country Club Gulf Course, and all on the Official Zoning Map to the City of Jackson, Mississippi. COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: I, Kristi Moore, the duly appointed, qualified City other land not considered a part of said Golf Course, which lies Clerk and lawful custodian of records of the City within the inner bounds of the aforesaid streets and constitutes SECTION 2. That the cost of publication of this Ordinance shall SECTION 1. That the property located in the City of Council of Jackson, Mississippi and seal of said City, all of the remaining land and property within the bounds of said be borne by the petitioner. Jackson, First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mis- certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of streets in addition to the aforesaid Golf Course, together with all sissippi, more particular described as follows: an Ordinance passed by the City Council at its regu- improvements thereon, and being more particularly described by SECTION 3. That this Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days lar zoning meeting on the 21st day of March, 2016, metes and bounds as follows: after its passage and after publication of same by the petitioner. Being situated in the SE ¼ of Section 14, T5N-RlW, and recorded in Minute Book “6I”, pages 608-610. Jackson, Hinds County, Mississippi, and being par- Commence at the southeast corner of Lot 2, Block “F”, Club Park ______ticularly described as follows: WITNESS my signature and official seal of office, Subdivision, Part 1, and run south 89 degrees 52 minutes east at this 25th day of April, 2016. a right angle to the east line of said Lot 2 for a distance of 60.0 Vice President Hendrix recognized Attorney James Peden, a Commence at an iron bar marking the NW corner feet to a point in the east line of Colonial Circle, which point is representative of Colonial Jackson, LLC, who spoke in favor to of Lot 1, Crestleigh, as recorded in platbook 23 at (SEAL) Kristi Moore the POINT OF BEGINNING of the property herein described; run approve a Rezoning from SUD Special Use District to TND Tra- page 38 of the Chancery Records of Hinds County, City Clerk thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes east along the east line of ditional District, to develop a Traditional Neighborhood Develop- Mississippi, and run N65°46’32”W, along the south- Colonial Circle, 60 feet east of and parallel with the east line of ment, to be known as Colonial Highlands. ern R.O.W. line of McDowell Road, 205.00 feet to 5/19/2016 Lots 2 and 1 of Block “F” and the east line of Block “E”, Club Park ______Subdivision, Part 1, for a distance of 960.8 feet to the beginning of a curve to the right; run thence along said curve to the right Vice President Hendrix recognized Bob Gilechrist who spoke in LEGAL having a radius of 100.0 feet, for a distance of 156.6 feet, and opposition to approve a Rezoning from SUD Special Use District having a chord bearing of north 44 degrees 59 minutes east for to TND Traditional District, to develop a Traditional Neighborhood NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING trict”). a distance of 141.1 feet to the end thereof, which is the south Development, to be known as Colonial Highlands. Helm Place Tax Increment Financing line of Colonial Circle; run thence north 89 degrees 50 minutes ______Plan of 2016 The Bonds shall be secured solely by a pledge of east along the south line of Colonial Circle, 60 feet south of and City of Jackson, Mississippi the City’s incremental increase in ad valorem real parallel with the south line of Block “A”, Club Park Subdivision, Vice President Hendrix recognized Joe Pennington who spoke in and personal property taxes in the TTF District, as Part 1, for a distance of 2,021.1 feet to the intersection of the line opposition to approve a Rezoning from SUD Special Use District Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be described in the TIF Plan, and will not be a gen- between the aforesaid Sections 7 and 8 with the south line of said to TND Traditional District, to develop a Traditional Neighborhood held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at 10:00 A.M. in eral obligation of the City secured by the full faith, Colonial Circle; run thence south 89 degrees 53 minutes east and Development, to be known as Colonial Highlands. the Council Chambers at the City Hall of the City credit, and taxing power of the City or create any continue along the south line of Colonial Circle for a distance of ______of Jackson, 219 South President Street, Jackson, other pecuniary liability on the part of the City other 648.02 feet to the beginning of a 23 degree 38 minute curve to the Mississippi 39205, to consider the Tax Increment than the pledge of the incremental increase in the right; run thence around said curve to the right, having a radius Council Member Barrett-Simon moved adoption; Council Member Financing Plan entitled Helm Place, Tax Increment ad valorem taxes within the TIF District. of 241.6 feet, and having a chord bearing of south 54 degrees 35 Stamps seconded. Financing Plan of 2016, City of Jackson, Mississippi minutes east, a distance of 278.78 feet to the end thereof; run ______(the “TIF Plan”), for consideration by the City Coun- Payment of the tax increment financing revenue thence south 19 degrees 20 minutes east along the western line cil of the City of Jackson, Mississippi (the “City”). bonds issued to construct such public improve- of Colonial Circle, 60 feet west of and parallel with the west line of Vice President Hendrix recognized David Ford, a resident on Co- The City proposes to use the TIF Plan in compli- ments will be paid as hereinabove set forth and will Block “G”, Club Park Subdivision, Part 2, for a distance of 386.8 lonial Circle, spoke in favor of the proposed Traditional Neighbor- ance with the Tax Increment Financing Redevelop- not require an increase in any kind or type of taxes feet to the beginning of a 14 degree 14 minute 45 second curve to hood Development. ment Plan, City of Jackson, Mississippi, 1998. within the City. the left; run thence around said curve to the left, having a radius of ______386.3 feet for a distance of 278.1 feet, and having a chord bearing The general scope of the TIF Plan is for the City Copies of the TIF Plan and Redevelopment Plan of south 39 degrees 58 minutes east for a distance of 272.08 feet Vice President Hendrix recognized Rosemary Porter, a resident to issue tax increment financing revenue bonds in are available for examination in the office of the City to a point on a reverse curve bearing to the right having a radius on Parkway Drive, spoke in favor of the proposed Traditional an amount not to exceed One Million Two Hundred Clerk in Jackson, Mississippi. of 100.0 feet; run thence around said curve for a distance of 165.5 Neighborhood Development with the exception of the commercial Thousand Dollars ($1,200,000) in order to provide feet, and having a chord bearing of south 17 degrees 23 minutes development on Parkway Drive that would potentially diminish funds for certain, public improvements as set forth This hearing is being called and conducted, and east for a distance of 147.25 feet to the end thereof and in the their residential nature. in the TIF Plan, to support the Helm Place Devel- the TIF Plan has been prepared as authorized and west line of Club View Drive as shown on the plat of Club Park ______opment generally located inside the following street required by Sections 21-45-1, et seq., Mississippi Subdivision, Part 2; run thence south 30 degrees 00 minutes west grid: west of N. Lamar Street, south of Fortification Code of 1972, as amended. along the west line of Club View Drive, 60 feet west of and parallel Vice President Hendrix recognized Lisa Williams, a resident of St., east of Mill St. and north of High St. as more with the west line of Club View Subdivision, Part 2, for a distance Clubview Drive, spoke in favor of viable development within her particularly described in the TIF Plan (the “TIF Dis- 5/5/2016, 5/19/2016 of 168.0 feet to the beginning of a 1 degree 00 minute 27 second community and expressed concerns regarding the possibility of curve to the right; run thence around said curve to the right having her cul-de-sac being bridged over for the development of the pro- LEGAL a radius of 5,687.7 feet, for a distance of 340.0 feet, and having a posed project. chord bearing of south 31 degrees 43 minutes west for a distance ______NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR the City Planning Board Hearing in the Andrew Jack- of 339.94 feet to the end thereof; run thence south 33 degrees 26 PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE son Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood minutes west along the west line of Club View Drive, 60 feet west Thereafter, Vice President Hendrix called for a vote on said item: CITY OF JACKSON ZONING ORDINANCE Building, 200 S. President Street in Jackson, Missis- of and parallel with the west line of Block “H”, Club Park Subdivi- sippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at sion, Part 2, for a distance of 842.92 feet to the beginning of a 22 Yeas- Barrett-Simon, Foote, Hendrix and Stamps. By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direc- which time all parties interested in or affected there- degree 01 minute 42 second curve to the right; run thence around Nays- None. tion of that Ordinance by the City Council of Jack- by will be heard after which a record will be estab- said curve, having a radius of 260.1 feet for a distance of 275.4 Absent- Priester, Stokes and Tillman. son, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at lished upon which the City Planning Board can make feet, and having a chord bearing of south 63 degrees 46 minutes page 115 thereof, notice is hereby given to all per- its recommendation to the City Council of Jackson. west for a distance of 262.73 feet to the end thereof; run thence ATTEST: sons interested in or in anywise affected thereby, Any objection thereto may be made by any person north 85 degrees 54 minutes west on the tangent of the last men- Kristi Moore that the Planning Board for the City of Jackson, will owning property within the area, and if made in writ- tioned curve and along the north line of Club View Drive for a dis- City Clerk be conducting a public hearing on proposed text ing must be filed with the City Zoning Administrator amendments to the City of Jackson Official Zoning before said time if a hearing thereof or consideration tance of 210.89 feet to the beginning of a 6 degree 06 minute 11 Ordinance as adopted on May 29, 1974 and subse- thereof is desired, or by counsel on said date. If a second curve to the left; run thence around said curve, having a I, Kristi Moore, the duly appointed, qualified City Clerk and lawful quently amended. request is made to the Zoning Administrator at least radius of 938.8 feet along the northern line of Club View Drive, 60 custodian of records of the City Council of Jackson, Mississippi 72 hours in advance, the City will take steps to ac- feet from and parallel with the northern line of Block “L”, Club Park and seal of said City, certify that the foregoing is a true and exact Amendments to the text of the Zoning ordinance are commodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary Subdivision, Part 3, for a distance of 412.63 feet, and having a copy of an Ordinance passed by the City Council at its regular intended to provide for a more efficient Zoning Or- aids for the visually/hearing impaired. chord bearing of south 81 degrees 30 minutes west for a distance zoning meeting on the 18th day of April, 2016, and recorded in dinance and establish more effective zoning regula- of 409.45 feet to the beginning of a 9 degree 08 minute 33 second Minute Book “6J”, pages 51-54. tions for each of the zoning districts. Copies of the WITNESS my signature this the 27th day of April, curve to the left; run thence around said curve, having a radius of proposed text amendments are available for review 2016. 626.7 feet, and along the northwestern line of Club View Drive, 60 WITNESS my signature and official seal of office, this 10th day at the Office of City Panning 200 S President Street, feet from and parallel with the northwestern line of Blocks “L” and of May, 2016. Suite 204, Jackson, MS 39201. For additional infor- /s/Ester L. Ainsworth “M” of Club Park Subdivision, Part 3, for a distance of 451.02 feet, mation please submit an email to eainsworth@city. Zoning Administrator and having a chord bearing of south 48 degrees 17 minutes west (SEAL) Kristi Moore jackson.ms.us. City of Jackson, Mississippi for a distance of 441.51 feet to the end of said curve; run thence City Clerk south 27 degrees 39 minutes west along the western line of Club 5/19/2016 The said proposed text amendments will be heard at 5/5/2016, 5/19/2016 CLASSIFIED

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE Ordinance granting Vernon Smith A REZONING FROM SUD (Special parallel with the East line of said Lot 21 for a distance of 128.6 feet; thence West USE) District to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) Mixed-Use District for a mixed 420 feet to the East line of said Lot 21; thence South along said line 121.2 feet JACKSON HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION use development for property LOCATED AT 5055 Manhattan Road, to the Point of Beginning. CASE NO. 3932. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE JACKSON HISTORIC PRESERVA- TRACT III TION COMMISSION (JHPC) WILL HOLD ITS MONTHLY MEETING OPEN WHEREAS, Vernon Smith has filed a petition to rezone property located at TO THE PUBLIC ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2016, AT 12:00 P.M. IN THE 5055 Manhattan Road, in the City of Jackson, First Judicial District of Hinds Parcel No. 1- Lots 18, 19, 20, and 21, North Broadmoor, Part 6, a subdivision ANDREW JACKSON CONFERENCE ROOM (RM. 105) OF THE WARREN County, Mississippi, from SUD (Special Use) District to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) according to a map or plat thereof which is on file and of record in the Office HOOD BUILDING, 200 SOUTH PRESIDENT STREET, JACKSON, MISSIS- Mixed-Use District for a mixed use development; and of the Chancery Clerk of Hinds County at Jackson, Mississippi in Plat Book SIPPI. 12 at Page 7, reference to which is hereby made in aid of and as a part of this WHEREAS, the Jackson City Planning Board, after holding the required public description. I. APPLICATIONS FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS hearing, has recommended approval to rezone the property from SUD (Special A. OLD BUSINESS Use) District to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) Mixed-Use District; and Parcel No. 2 - Lots 13 and 14, North Broadmoor, Part 5, a subdivision according 1. CASE 2016-10, REQUEST BY: JENNIFER WELCH (APPLICANT) to a map or plat thereof which is on file and of record in the Office of the Chan- TO REPAIR/REPLACE WINDOWS WITH LIKE MATERIALS AT THE WHEREAS, notice was duly and legally given to property owners and interest- cery Clerk of Hinds County at Jackson, Mississippi in Plat Book 11 at Page 35, PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1032 SPENGLER AVENUE IN THE BEL- ed citizens that a meeting of the Council would be held at the City Hall at 2:30 reference to which is hereby made in aid of and as a part of this description. HAVEN HISTORIC DISTRICT. p.m., Monday, April 18, 2016 to consider said change, based upon the record of the case as developed before the City Planning Board; and TRACT IV B. NEW BUSINESS 1. CASE NO. 2016-11, REQUEST BY: CHRIST TEMPLE CHURCH WHEREAS, it appeared to the satisfaction of the City Council that notice of said A parcel of land situated in the Northeast ¼ of the Northeast ¼ of Sections 14, OF HOLINESS (APPLICANT: VERNON ARCHER) TO DEMOLISH petition had been published in the Mississippi Link on March 3, 2016 and March T6N, R1E, Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly described A HOUSE LOCATED AT 835 N. LAMAR STREET IN THE FARISH 17, 2016 that a hearing would be held by the Jackson City Planning Board on as follows: STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT. March 23, 2016, all as provided for by ordinances of the City of Jackson and the laws of the State of Mississippi, and that the Jackson City Planning Board Commence at an iron pin at the intersection of the North right of way line of 2. CASE NO. 2016-12, REQUEST BY: TANDEM INVESTMENTS, had recommended approval of the petitioned rezoning of the above described Bounds Street and the East right of way ling of Manhattan Road as both are LLC (APPLICANT: JENNIFER WELCH) TO DEMOLISH A HOUSE property to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) Mixed-Use District for a mixed use develop- now laid out and in use, said iron pin being the Southwest corner of lot 30, block LOCATED AT 758 LORRAINE STREET, IN THE BELHAVEN HIS- ment; and 4, North Meadows, Part 4; thence run North 87 degrees, 21minutes West-60.07 TORIC DISTRICT. feet to a point on the West right of way line of aforementioned Manhattan Road; WHEREAS, the Council after having considered the matter, is of the opinion thence run the following bearings and distances along said West right of way 3. CASE NO. 2016-13, REQUEST BY CHRIS SEWARD TO CON- that such changes would be in keeping with sound land use practice and to the line; South .02 degrees, 41 minutes East-702.26 feet to the point of curvature STRUCT A GATE , PERGOLA, AND CIRCULAR DRIVE WAY FOR best interest of the City and that there has been a substantial change in the land of a curve bearing to the left having a delta angle of 51degrees, 56 minutes and THE HOME LOCATED AT 132 PINEHAVEN DRIVE IN THE BELHAV- use character of the surrounding area that justifies rezoning the property and a radius of 160.0 feet; thence run South 25 degrees 41minutes East a chord EN HISTORIC DISTRICT. there is a public need for additional property in that area zoned in accordance distance of 124.23 feet to the Point of Beginning; with the request in said application since any previous City Council action. 4. CASE NO. 2016-14, REQUEST BY: HISTORIC PRESSERVATION thence continue along said West right of way line of Manhattan Road; South COMMSSION FOR THE OWNERS OF 753 OAWOOD STREET, TO NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 51degrees 41minutes East a chord distance of 16.37 feet to the point of tan- APPEAR BEOFRE THE COMMISSION REGUARDING A TREE RE- JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: gency of said curve; South 54 degrees, 37 minutes East-253.34 feet; South MOVAL VIOLATION IN THE BELHAVEN HISTORIC DISTRICT. 33 degrees, 38 minutes East-33.34 feet; thence leaving said West right of way II. OTHER ITEMS Section 1. That the property located in the City of Jackson, First Judicial Dis- line run North 89 degrees, 23 minutes West along the North line of the Council III. ADJOURN trict of Hinds County, Mississippi, more particular described as follows: School Manhattan Property and an extension thereof for a distance of 485.5 feet; thence run North 58 degrees 40 minutes West-99.54 feet to the center 5/19/2016, 5/26/2016 Tract I line of an open ditch; thence run North 02 degrees, 34 minutes West along said center line 226.87 feet to a point on the centerline of a 15 foot sanitary sewer Parcel No. 1-A certain parcel of land being situated in the NE ¼ OF Section 14, easement having a 30 inch sanitary sewer main running along said center line; LEGAL Township 6 North, Range 1 East, Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more thence run the following bearings and distances along said 30 inch sanitary particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: sewer main; South 64 degrees, 49 minutes East-233.00 feet; North, 89 degrees, NOTICE TO BIDDERS 57 minutes East-131.96 feet to the Point of Beginning; containing 2.1 acres. City of Jackson Beginning at a point on the line between Sections 13 and 14, Township 6 North, Jackson, Mississippi Range 1 East, which point is 3690 feet North of the corner common to Sections is hereby modified so as to approve the rezoning of the property at 5055 Man- 13, 14, 23, and 24, Township 6 North, Range 1 East, and run thence West at a hattan Road from SUD (Special Use) District to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) Mixed- Sealed, signed bids are invited and will be received by the City of Jackson, Missis- right angle a distance of 420 feet; thence North and parallel with line between Use District, however, before a permit is issued for any structure to be erected sippi, until 3:30 P.M. in the City Clerk’s Office of Jackson, the bid must be stamped Sections 13 and 14 for a distance of 600 feet; thence East at a right angle a or use thereof on the said property, the applicant must meet the requirements in by 3:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at which time said bids will be publicly distance of 420 feet to a point on the line between Sections 13 and 14; thence established through the Site Plan Review and Subdivision Ordinance process. opened at the City Hall located at 219 South President Street (City Council Cham- South along said section line a distance of 600 feet to the Point of Beginning. The Zoning Administrator is ordered to note such change on the Official Zoning bers) in City Hall for the following: Subject to a 15 foot easement on the West side and less that part that lies within Map to the City of Jackson, Mississippi. the right of way lines of Manhattan Road as now laid out and improved. 74567-061416 Asphalt Pavement Milling of Streets in Jackson-18 Month SECTION 2. That the cost of publication of this Ordinance shall be borne by Parcel No. 2- A certain parcel of land being situated in the NE ¼ of Section 14, the petitioner. BIDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON THE CITY OF JACKSON’S WEBSITE, WWW. Township 6 North, Range l East, Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more JACKSONMS.GOV particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: SECTION 3. That this Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days after its pas- sage and after publication of same by the petitioner. The above must comply with the City’s specifications. Copies of proposal forms Beginning at a point in the east line of Section 14, Township 6 North, Range 1 ______can be obtained from the Purchasing Division, 200 South President Street, Room East, where said line is intersected by the Easterly projection of the North line 604, Hood Building, Jackson, Mississippi 39201. Copies of bid specifications are of North Broadmoor, Part 5, run thence Northerly along the East line of Section President Priester recognized Vernon Smith, Applicant, who spoke in favor to filed with the City Clerk for public record in accordance with House Bill No 999, 14 for a distance of 135 feet, more or less, to the Southeast corner of the above approve a Rezoning from SUD (Special Use District) to NMU-1 (Neighborhood) 1986 Regular Session of the Mississippi Legislature. described Parcel #1; run thence Westerly along the South line of said Parcel #1 Mixed-Use District for a mixed use development. for a distance of 420 feet to the Southwest corner thereof; run thence Southerly ______The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in Public and along the projection of the West line of Parcel #1 for a distance of 127.0 Purchasing. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and equal busi- feet to a point in the North line of North Broad moor, Part 5, run thence· Easterly There was no opposition from the public. ness opportunities for all persons doing business with the City. As a pre-condition along the North line of North Broadmoor, Part 5, and said line extended, for a ______to selection, each contractor, bidder or offer shall submit a completed and signed distance of 420 feet to the Point of Beginning, Less and Except that part lying Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan Application, with each bid submission, with the right of way lines of Manhattan Road as now laid out and improved. Council Member Priester moved adoption; Council Member Stamps seconded. in accordance with the provisions set forth by authority of the City of Jackson’s EBO Ordinance. Failure to comply with the City’s EBO Ordinance shall disqualify Tract II Yeas- Barrett-Simon, Foote, Hendrix, Priester, Stamps and Tillman. a contractor, bidder or offer, from being awarded an eligible contract. For more Nays- None. information on the City’s EBO Program, please contact the Office of Economic Parcel No.1- Beginning at a point common to Sections 13, 14, 23, and 24, Absent- Stokes. Development at (601)960-1638. Copies of the EBO Ordinance, EBO Plan Appli- Township 6 North, Range 1East, run thence West on the line between Sections cation and a copy of the EBO Program are available with the Office of Economic 14, and 23, Township 6 North, Range 1East, a distance of 435 feet; run thence ATTEST: Development at 218 South President Street, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. North and parallel to the line common to Sections 13 and 14 a distance of 3690 feet to the Point of Beginning, which point is also fixed as the Northeast bound- Kristi Moore The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The City also reserves the ary of the 16 acre tract of land heretofore sold by Tim E. Cooper and Mrs. Gay City Clerk right to waive any and all informalities in respect to any bid submitted. Bid awards Buckley Cooper to Wirt A. Yerger; run, then North a distance of 600 feet along will be made to the lowest and best bidder quoting the lowest net price in ac- the line parallel to the line common to Sections 13 and 14, Township 6 North, I, Kristi Moore, the duly appointed, qualified City Clerk and lawful custodian of cordance with specifications. The award could be according to the lowest cost Range 1 East, aforesaid; run thence West a distance of 405 feet to a point; run records of the City Council of Jackson, Mississippi and seal of said City, certify per item; or to the lowest total cost for all items; or to accept all or part of any thence South 600 feet to the Northwest corner of the tract of land heretofore that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of an Ordinance passed by the proposal. Delivery time may be considered when evaluating the bid proposal. In sold by Tim E. cooper and Mrs. Gay Buckley Cooper to Wirt A. Yerger; run City Council at its regular zoning meeting on the 18th day of April, 2016, and those cases where it is known prior to advertising that the City’s intention is to thence East along the North line of the Wirt A. Yerger property 405 feet to the recorded in Minute Book “6J”, pages 58-61. award according to the lowest total cost for all items, or in some variation thereof, Point of Beginning. statements to this affect will be included on the proposal form. Absence of such WITNESS my signature and official seal of office, this 10th day of May, 2016. statement means the City will make that determination during the bid review. Parcel No. 2- Part of the SE ¼ of the NE ¼ of Section 14, in T-6-N, R-1-E, in Hinds County, Mississippi, described as follows: Beginning at the SE corner of (SEAL) Kristi Moore Hellene Greer, CPPB, NPCA Lot 21in North Broadmoor Part 6, as recorded in Plat Book 12 at Page 7, which City Clerk Manager Purchasing Division point is also on the North line of North Broadmoor Part 5, thence East along the (601)960-1025 or 1533 North line of North Broadmoor, Part 5 for a distance of 420 feet; thence North 5/5/2016, 5/19/2016 5/19/2016, 5/26/2016

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By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance by the City Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bid will be received by by the City Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at page 115 thereof, the Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the Busi- at page 115 thereof, notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in notice is hereby given to all persons interested in or in any way affected thereby, that ness Office, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until 10:00 any way affected thereby, that Billy Pollard DBA R. V. Repair & Sales Inc. Christ Tabernacle Church has filed with the Planning Board for the City of Jackson, A.M. (Local Prevailing Time) June 9, 2016, at which time and place they has filed with the Planning Board for the City of Jackson, an application an application requesting a Use Permit to allow for a daycare/afterschool within a will be publicly opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning requesting a Rezoning from C80-C3 (General) Commercial District to C-3 R-1 (Single-Family) Residential District on property located at 1201 Cooper Rd., in the project will be held at Smith Elementary School, 3900 Parkway Drive, (General) Commercial District with a Use Permit, for the sale of used travel the First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly Jackson, MS 39213 on May 26, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. Attendance at the pre- trailers on property located at 4749 Hwy 80 W., in the First Judicial District described as: bid conference is non-mandatory but is strongly suggested. The Board of of Hinds County, Mississippi, and being more particularly described as: Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informali- A certain parcel of land situated in the East ½ of the Northeast ¼ Section 26, Town- ties, also to withhold the acceptance of any bid if approved, for forty-five From the Northwest corner of Lot 1, Block C of Westhaven Heights Subdi- ship 5 North, R 1 West, Hinds County, Mississippi, containing 4.73 acres, more or calendar days from the date bids are opened. A $100.00 deposit shall be vision as recorded in Plat Book 6 at Page 26 in the Chancery Clerk’s Office less, and being more particularly described as follows: required on each set of plans and specifications to be refunded upon return of Hinds County in Jackson, Mississippi, run thence Southeasterly along of all documents in good condition within two weeks of bid opening. the Southerly right of way line of U.S. Highway 80, a distance of 250.6 feet Beginning at the intersection of the East right-of-way line of Forest Hill Road and the to the point of beginning of the following described parcel of land; from South right-of-way of Cooper Road (as now laid out and improved, August,1983); Proposal forms and detailed specifications may be obtained from Atherton said point of beginning continue Southeasterly along said right of way line, run thence North 69 degrees 07 minutes 41 seconds East along said South right- Consulting Engineers, Inc., 1900 Lakeland Drive, Suite 1, Jackson, MS a distance of 214.6 feet; thence turn an angle of 60 degrees 36 minutes of-way line of Cooper Road, for a distance of 428.85 feet to an iron pin; leaving said 39216, Phone: 601-362-6478, Fax: 601-981-0575. and run Southerly, a distance of 224.5 feet; thence tum an angle right of South right-of-way line of Cooper Road, run South 00 degrees 16 minutes East for 107 degrees 14 minutes and run Northwesterly, a distance of 181.75 feet; a distance of 593.7 feet to an iron pin, run thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes 25 5/12/2016, 5/19/2016 thence tum an angle right 32 minutes 57 seconds and run Northwesterly, a seconds West for a distance of 400.0 feet to an iron pin on said East right-of-way line distance of 104.14 feet; thence turn an angle right 73 degrees 37 minutes of Forest Hill Road; run thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes East alone said East 52 seconds and run Northeasterly, a distance of 228.31 feet to the point of right-of-way line of Forest Hill Road for a distance of 437.0 feet to the POINT OF beginning, containing 1.29 acres more or less, and being part of Section 2, BEGINNING. Township 5 North, Range 1 West, City of Jackson, First Judicial District of ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Hinds County, Mississippi. A certain parcel of land situated in the East ½ of the Northeast ¼ Section 26, Town- ship 5 North, Range 1 West, Hinds County, Mississippi, containing 8.20 acres, more Advertisement for Bid Said application will be heard at the City Planning Board Hearing in the An- of less and being more particularly described as follows: drew Jackson Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood Building, 200 Bid 3043 - Key Elementary School Parking Lot Resurfacing S. President Street in Jackson, Mississippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, Commence at the intersection of the East right-of-way line of Forest Hill Road with the and Peeples Middle School Athletic Field Upgrades May 25, 2016, at which time all parties interested in or affected thereby will South right-of-way line of Cooper Road (as now laid out and improved, August, 1983); be heard both pro and con on said question, after which a record will be es- run thence North 69 degrees 07 minutes 41 seconds East along said South right-of- Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bid will be received by tablished upon which the City Planning Board can make its recommenda- way line of Cooper Road for a distance of914.72 feet to an iron pin and the POINT the Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the Busi- tion to the City Council of Jackson. Any objection thereto may be made by OF BEGINNING of the parcel of land herein described; continue thence North 69 de- ness Office, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until 10:00 any person owning property within the area, and if made in writing must be grees 07 minutes 41 seconds East along said South right-of-way line of Cooper Road A.M. (Local Prevailing Time) June 20, 2016, at which time and place they filed with the City Zoning Administrator before said time if a hearing thereof for a distance of 443.93 feet to an iron pin; leaving and said South right-of-way line of will be publicly opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning or consideration thereof is desired, or by counsel on said date. If a request Cooper Road, run South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East for a distance of the project will be held at Key Elementary School, 699 W. McDowell Road, is made to the Zoning Administrator at least 72 hours in advance, the City 933.52 feet to an iron pin; run thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes 25 seconds West Jackson, MS 39204, on May 31, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. Attendance at the will take steps to accommodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary for a distance of 422.42 feet to an iron pin; run thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes pre-bid conference is non-mandatory but strongly suggested. The Board of aids for the visually/hearing impaired. West for a distance of 771.24 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities, and to withhold the acceptance of any bid if approved for forty-five calendar WITNESS my signature this 27th day of April 2016. A certain parcel of land situated in the East ½ of the Northeast ¼ Section 26, Town- days from the date bids are opened. A $125.00 non-refundable deposit ship 5, North, Range 1 West, Hinds County, Mississippi, containing 7.10 acres, more shall be required on each set of plans and specifications. Hardcopies of /s/Ester L. Ainsworth or less, and being more particularly described as follows: proposal forms and detailed specifications may be obtained from SOL En- Zoning Administrator gineering Services, LLC, 106 S. President Street, Suite 400, Jackson MS City of Jackson, Mississippi Commence at the intersection of the East right-of-way line of Forest Hill Road with 39201, Phone: 601-961-1415, Fax: 601-960-0420. Electronic copies may the South right-of-way line of Cooper Road {as now laid out and improved, August, be obtained from ABC Plan Room. 5/5/2016 , 5/19/2016 1983); run thence North 69 degrees 07 minutes 41seconds East along said South right-of-way line of Cooper Road for a distance of 428.85 feet to an iron pin and the 5/19/2016, 5/26/2016 POINT OF BEGINNING of the parcel of land herein described; continue thence North LEGAL 69 degrees 07 minutes 41 seconds East along said South right-of-way line of Cooper Road for a distance of 485.87 feet to an iron pin, leaving said South right-of-way line of ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Cooper Road; run thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes East for a distance of 771.24 feet to an iron pin; run thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes 25 seconds West for a LEGAL Sealed bids will be received by the City of Jackson, Mississippi until 3:30 P.M., distance of 453.18 feet to an iron pin; run thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes West local time, June 21, 2016 at Jackson City Hall, for the Asphalt and Concrete for a distance of 593.7 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. PUBLIC NOTICE Installation and Repair of Major Streets. The Project will include: milling and overlay; adjustment of concrete sidewalk for ADA compliance; signal loop re- Said application will be heard at the City Planning Board Hearing in the Andrew Jack- The City of Jackson, MS will conduct Public Hearings and an Application placement; base and shoulder repair; manhole rim adjustment and all items son Conference Room, First Floor, Warren A. Hood Building, 200 S. President Street Workshop regarding its 2016 One-Year Action Plan of the 2015-2020 Con- incidental to construction. in Jackson, Mississippi, at 1:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at which time solidated Plan. The Consolidated Planning process requires broad public all parties interested in or affected thereby will be heard both pro and con on said participation by citizens and entities which are interested in, or are provid- Contractors interested in bidding shall submit proposal inclusive of all streets question, after which a record will be established upon which the City Planning Board ing assistance in, the areas of housing, services for the homeless, public listed in the bid package. The entire projects must be completed within nine (9) can make its recommendation to the City Council of Jackson. Any objection thereto services and other community development activities. months. The contract will be subjected to liquidated damages in the amount of may be made by any person owning property within the area, and if made in writing five hundred dollars ($500.00) per calendar day for each consecutive calendar must be filed with the City Zoning Administrator before said time if a hearing thereof The 2016 One Year Action Plan will contain applications for funding from day in which the contract time is exceeded. or consideration thereof is desired, or by counsel on said date. If a request is made the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). City of to the Zoning Administrator at least 72 hours in advance, the City will take steps to Jackson is scheduled to receive $1,706,952 in Community Development The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in public accommodate citizens need for interpreters or auxiliary aids for the visually/hearing Block Grant (CDBG) funds; $668,132 in Home Investment Partnerships contracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full an equal busi- impaired. (HOME) funds; $152,848 in Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds; and ness opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. As a precondition $1,438,529 in Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) to selection, each contractor, bidder or offeror shall submit a completed and WITNESS my signature this 27th day of April 2016. funds for a total of $3,966,461. signed Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Executive Order. Failure to comply with the City’s Executive Order shall disqualify a contractor, bidder or offeror /s/Ester L. Ainsworth The Public Hearings will explain the purpose of the City’s Action Plan; dis- from being awarded an eligible contract. For more information on the City of Zoning Administrator cuss the City’s goals and accomplishments with HUD funds; and consult Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity Program, please contact the Division of City of Jackson, Mississippi with the public by accepting public comments regarding proposed activities Equal Business Opportunity at (601) 960-1856. Copies of the Executive Order, for the programs. The Public Hearings will be held at the following loca- EBO Plan Applications and a copy of the Program are available at 200 South 5/5/2016 , 5/19/2016 tions: President Street, Warren Hood Building, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. Mon. May 16, 2016 6:00 p.m. Warren Hood Building, The City of Jackson, Mississippi is committed to cultivating and ensuring the LEGAL 200 S. President Street quality of life of its citizens, through various programs, employment, initiatives, Tues. May 17, 2016 6:00 p.m. Westside Community Center, and assistance. The City of Jackson encourages all persons, corporations, NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A REZONING 1450 Wiggins Rd. and/or entities doing business within the City of Jackson, as well as those Wed. May 18, 2016 6:00 p.m. Champion Community Center, who seek to contract with the City of Jackson on various projects and/or con- ZONING CASE NO. 3939 1355 Hattiesburg St. duct business in Jackson to assist the City of Jackson in achieving its goal by Tues. May 24, 20166:00 p.m. Sykes Community Center, strongly considering city of Jackson residents for employment opportunities By virtue of and pursuant to the authority and direction of that Ordinance by the 520 Sykes Road particularly participants in the Jackson 500 Program. City Council of Jackson, Mississippi, appearing in Minute Book 3G at page 115 Mon. June 6, 20166:00 p.m. Final Public Hearing, thereof, notice is Chey Johnson DBA J & J Wholesale, Inc. has filed with the Warren Hood Building The City of Jackson hereby notifies all bidders that in compliance with Title VI Planning Board for the City of Jackson, an application requesting a Rezoning of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d - 4, that from C80-C3 (General) Commercial District to C-3 (General) Commercial Dis- Further, the City of Jackson will conduct an Application/Proposal Workshop all bidders will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this trict with a Use Permit, to operate a Used Car Dealership on property located at on Friday, June 10, 2016, beginning at 9:00 a. m., at the Jackson Police invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, 3246 Hwy 80 W., in the First Judicial District of Hinds County, Mississippi, and Department Training Academy for non-profit organizations interested in national origin, or sex, in consideration for an award. being more particularly described as: applying for CDBG, ESG and HOME funds. Non-profit organizations may obtain Application / Proposal packets at the workshop. Specifications and Proposal forms are on file and open to public inspection on A parcel of land situated in the NE ¼ of the NW ¼ of Section 7, Township 5 the 5th floor (Infrastructure Management Division) of the Warren Hood Build- North, Range 1 East, City of Jackson, 1st Judicial District of Hinds County, Mis- Public comments and/or Application/Proposal packages for CDBG, ESG, ing located at 200 South President Street, Jackson, MS 39201 and the Office sissippi and also being part of lots 10 and 14 of Jackson College Community HOPWA and HOME funds should be delivered to the Development As- of the City Clerk, City Hall, 219 S. President Street, Jackson, Mississippi. One Farms, (plat book B, page 95) and being more particularly described as follows: sistance Division, Richard Porter Building, 218 South President St., 2nd (1) copy of the Specifications and Contract Documents may be procured from Floor, Jackson, MS 39201, no later than 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2016. the Infrastructure Management Division, upon payment of $100.00, which will Commence at the intersection of the north right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 80 No public comments or Application/Proposal packages will be accepted not be refunded. Please contact Leroy Lee (Infrastructure Manager) at (601) and the south right-of-way line of Lynch Street (as now they are both laid out after this deadline. 960-1168 for directions or any additional information for procurement of the and improved); contract documents & specifications. The Standard Specifications adopted by For more details contact the Office of Development Assistance Division at the City Council may be procured from the Department of Public Works, if Run thence S60°30’00”E along said north right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 601-960-2155. desired, upon payment of $5.00 dollars for each specification. 80 for a distance of 416.13 feet to a set ½” iron pin and the Point of Beginning; 5/12/2016, 5/19/2016 A Pre-Bid Meeting will be held on June 9, 2016 at 3:00 P.M local time, in the Run thence S61°30’22”E along said north right-of-way line for a distance of 5th floor conference room of the Warren Hood Building, 200 South President 150.00 feet to a chiseled “X” in concrete; Street, Jackson, Mississippi. All potential contractors, subcontractors, and Southeast Auction other interested parties are encouraged to attend. 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The purpose of the proposed amendment is to: (i) amend the definition of the Improvements The general scope of the TIF Plan is for the City to issue tax incre- to be constructed under the Redevelopment Project (as defined in the TIF Plan); (ii) increase ment financing revenue bonds in an amount not to exceed Seven   ¬¾¾¬²° °¿¾ the estimated total cost of the Redevelopment Project from $2,100,000.00 to $3,000,000.00 in Hundred Thousand Dollars ($700,000) in order to provide funds for Section 4(b); (iii) adjust the projected tax increases in Section 4(b) and Section 7 to the actual certain, public improvements as set forth in the TIF plan to support tax increases realized between 2009 and 2015; (iv) increase the maximum amount of Bonds the East Village Estates Development generally located inside of the that may be issued from $2,100,000 to $3,000,000 in Section 7; and (v) update the estimates following street grid: west and south of existing railroad, east of Bai- of tax increment revenue resulting from the construction of the Redevelopment Project. ley Avenue and north of Woodrow Wilson Blvd., as more specifically set forth in the TIF Plan (the “TIF District”). The general scope of the TIF Plan is for the City to issue tax increment financing revenue &$//12: bonds in an amount not to exceed Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) in order to provide funds The Bonds shall be secured solely by a pledge of the City’s incre- for certain, public improvements to support the Timber Falls Development within the area mental increase in ad valorem real and personal property taxes in  described in the TIF Plan (the “TIF District”). the TTF District, as described in the TIF Plan, and will not be a gen- eral obligation of the City secured by the full faith, credit, and taxing The Bonds shall be secured solely by a pledge of the City’s incremental increase in ad va- power of the City or create any other pecuniary liability on the part of lorem real and personal property taxes in the TTF District, as described in the TIF Plan, and the City other than the pledge of the incremental increase in the ad will not be a general obligation of the City secured by the full faith, credit, and taxing power of valorem taxes within the TIF District. the City or createDiscount any other pecuniary liabilityGun on the Safe part of the City other than the pledge of SAFE SALE! the incremental increase in the ad valorem taxes within the TIF District. Payment of the tax increment financing revenue bonds issued to Home Security & Fire Protection Franklin 50 construct such public improvements will be paid as hereinabove set 3FMBY "/%
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Six Tigers receive SWAC Jackson State announces postseason honors

Mississippi Link Newswire ting average with 171 at-bats, 50 summer sports camps BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The runs, 70 hits (14 doubles, two Southwestern Athletic Confer- triples, and six home runs), 57 Mississippi Link Newswire ence released the 2016 All- RBIs, 106 total bases, .620 slug- Below is the list of 2016 JSU Athletic Conference Awards May 15. ging percentage, and a .465 on Summer Camps. The camps are listed ac- Six Jackson State Tigers were base percentage. Diaz ranks 13th cording to the start dates. among those recognized. in the nation in batting average, Men’s Basketball – Participants will fo- Cornelius Copeland, junior 14th in runs batted in, 18th in cus on ball handling, passing shooting, re- shortstop, and C.J. Newsome, runs batted in per game, 18th in bounding and defense. Open to both boys freshman outfielder, were named sacrifice flies, and 38th in runs. and girls ages 6-18. to the SWAC All-Conference Santana, sophomore first Dates: June 1-4; June 22-25; July 27-30 / first team. Copeland has played baseman, has played and start- from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lee E. Williams Ath- and started in 50 games for Jack- ed in all 56 games this season. letic and Assembly Center Lady Tigers basketball such as ball handling, Walker at (601) 979-3929 or email darnell. son State and sports a .421 bat- The Cagus, Puerto Rico native For more information: Contact Cason Burk, passing, shooting, rebounding and defense. [email protected]. ting average with 171 at-bats, has accumulated 196 at-bats, (601) 979-2421 or email cason.c.burk@ Dates: June 7-9, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 Women’s Volleyball – The JSU Lady Ti- 60 runs, 72 hits (17 doubles, 58 runs, 53 hits (13 doubles, 17 jsums.edu; p.m. at the Lee E. Williams Athletic and As- gers will host a volleyball camp designed to one triple, and five home runs), home runs), 117 total bases, 63 Football – Jackson State football will hold sembly Center reach a variety of ages and skill levels. 106 total bases, a .620 slugging RBIs, and 0.600 slugging per- three, one-day football camps beginning For more information: Contact Tammy Dates: June 21-25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at percentage, and a .538 on base centage. He ranks third in the June 1. Bagby at (601) 979-0642 or (601) 979-2418 the T.B. Ellis Gymnasium percentage. Copeland is ranked nation in runs batted in, second Youth camp and middle school camps will or email [email protected]. For more information: Contact Rose sixth in the nation in batting av- in home runs, 16th in home runs take place first. Softball – The objective of the 2016 Jack- Washington at (601) 979-1097 or email erage, first in hit-by-pitch per per game, 27th in base on balls, Date: June 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at JSU son State Junior Tiger Cub Softball Camp is [email protected]. game (0.47), first in hit-by-pitch 28th in runs batted in per game, Intramural Fields to teach young softball players the basic fun- Baseball – The objective of JSU summer (23.0), ninth in runs per game 31st in total bases, and 44th in High school camp, with only 100 slots damentals of softball fielding and hitting. baseball camps is to teach baseball funda- (1.18), 44th in hits (71.0), fifth in runs per game. available, will take place next. Date: First session is June 10, from 9 a.m. mentals in a fun and energetic atmosphere. on base percentage (0.543), and Brown, junior outfielder, has Date: July 21, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the to 2 p.m. at JSU Softball Complex The camp will cover a wide variety of skills 34th in doubles. He leads the played and started in 52 games JSU Intramural Fields Tiger Cub Softball Camp 2016 – The designed to make each camper a well-round- conference in batting average, with 174 at-bats. He sports a For more information: Contact Chadwick Tiger Cub Softball Camp 2016 has been de- ed and skilled baseball player. on base percentage, runs scored .351 batting average with 53 Germany at (601) 979-2295 or email chad- signed toward the mature softball player. The Session I: June 27 - July 1, from 8 a.m. to and hit by pitch. runs, 61 hits (10 doubles, one [email protected]. camp will focus on the basic fundamentals of noon at Braddy Field C.J. Newsome has played triple, and seven home runs), Women’s Basketball – Join coach Dixon hitting, fielding, base running, team play and Session II: July 11 -15, from 8 a.m. to noon in 52 games with 51 starts. He 42 RBIs, 94 total bases, and a and her staff for an exciting three-day girls more. at Braddy Field sports a .360 batting average .540 slugging percentage. The basketball camp on the Jackson State Univer- Date: First session is June 11, from 9 a.m. For more information: Contact Omar with 197 at-bats, 50 runs, 71 Walker, La. native is ranked na- sity campus. The camp will provide instruc- to 3:30 p.m. at the JSU Softball Complex Johnson at (601) 979-3930 or (601) 979- hits (12 doubles, four triples, tional in hit by pitch per game, tion and emphasis on the fundamentals of For more information: Contact Darnell 3928 or email [email protected]. one home run), 34 RBIs, 94 total runs, hit by pitch, and on base bases, .477 slugging percentage, percentage. and a .422 on base percentage. Yrigoyen (8-3), junior right- The Columbus, Miss. native hander, has appeared in 15 Miss. Valley announces youth soccer camps ranks 38th nationally in runs and games with 12 starts. He has 44th in hits. Newsome leads the pitched the most innings for the Mississippi Link Newswire The camp schedules are as fol- includes the camp T-shirt. Each conference in sacrifice bunts. Tigers with 75 and as accumu- Mississippi Valley State Uni- lows: participant should bring a soccer Carlos Diaz, Jesus Santa- lated 75 hits-against, 43 earned versity Head Soccer coach Sean June 6-9 from 8-11:30 a.m. for ball, shin guards, water bottle and na, Bryce Brown and Miguel runs, 28 walks, and 91 strike- Mapson has announced the 2016 ages 6-9 and from 2-5:30 p.m. for snacks. Yrigoyen were named to the All- outs. The Valencia, Venezuela Summer Camp dates. Two camps ages 10-14 at Stribling Park in For more informatio, contact Conference Second Team. native ranks 33rd in strikeouts are scheduled to run on the same Greenwood. Sean Mapson at sean.mapson@ Diaz has played and started per nine innings, 21st in victo- days; however they are at different The cost to participate in the mvsu.edu and to register go online in 48 games for the Tigers. The ries, 19th in strikeouts, and 35th times and for different ages. camp is $115 per child. The fee to mvsusports.com. junior catcher sports a .409 bat- in games started. Legendary JSU coach Robert Hill passes

Jackson State University mourns the loss of legendary head football coach Robert “Bob” Hill. Hill passed away May 17. The cause of death is not known at this time. As Jackson State’s head coach (1971-75), Hill led the Tigers to a 40-12-1 record and won three SWAC championships (1972, 1973 and 1975). During his tenure as head coach the Tigers fielded some of the best football talent in the country in standouts like Walter Payton, Eddie Payton, Jackie Slater and Robert Brazile.

Former Jackson State coach Robert Hill is shown celebrating after winning a Coach Hill is shown with JSU and NFL great Walter championship. Payton.

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SUBURBAN“KEANU” NERDS MASQUERADE AS HARDENED GANGSTAS TO RETRIEVE CAT FROM THE HOOD

By Kam Williams Keanu, Hawaiian for “cool from the burbs totally unfamil- also deliberately abandoned And it is very important that that these guys have no idea Columnist breeze.” But after bonding for iar with the ways of the ‘hood. their bourgie black accents for the cousins never admit their how to survive in the slums on Rell (Jordan Peele) was so in- the next couple of weeks, his For some reason, he enlists the grammar-butchering Ebonics middle-class roots lest they risk the run from myriad maladroit consolable after being dumped newfound state of bliss ended assistance of his equally-geeky laced with profanity, the N- being exposed as lacking street morons. That running joke gets by his girlfriend that getting abruptly with the kidnapping cousin, whose wife (Nia Long) word and lots of double nega- cred. tired after about 10 minutes, high didn’t help ease the pain. of Keanu during a break in by and daughter (Jordyn A. Davis) tives. Thus unfolds Keanu, a one- but the stretch-o-matic skit for- But then, while crying on the members of the 17th Street very conveniently just happen Of course, retrieving Keanu trick pony or, should I say, a mat insists on beating the dead shoulder of his cousin Clarence Blips. to be going away for the week- proves to be quite complicated, one-trick kitty directed by Peter horse for another hour and a (Keegan-Michael Key), a cute, The Blips are a ruthless drug end. as not only Cheddar but a La- Atencio, director of 54 episodes half. little kitten appeared on his gang from the wrong side of the Rell and Clarence adopt tino crime boss (Luis Guzman) of the Key and Peel TV show. That’s irritainment! doorstep. proverbial tracks. So, Rell real- gangsta’ alias, Tectonic and has staked a claim to the cat This fish-out-of-water comedy Kam Williams can be reached Seeing this as a sign of divine izes that to rescue his pet he’s Shark Tank, respectively, (which he refers to as Iglesias). repeatedly relies on the theme at [email protected]. intervention, Rell adopted the going to have to venture into before confronting Ched- adorable stray, which he pro- the heart of the ghetto. dar (Method Man), the Blips’ ceeded to feed, bathe and name This is a tall order for a nerd bloodthirsty kingpin. They Book Review From #Black Lives Matter to Black Liberation By Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor • Haymarket Books Paperback, $17.95 • 286 pages

By Kam Williams Columnist “The eruption of mass protests in the wake of the police murders of Michael Brown in Fergu- son, Missouri, and Eric Garner in New York City have challenged the impunity with which officers of the law carry out violence against black people and punctured the illusion of a postracial America. The Black Lives Matter movement has awakened a new generation of activists. In this stirring and insightful analysis, activist and scholar Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor survey the historical and contemporary ravages of racism and persistence of structural inequality such as mass incarceration and black unemployment. In this context, she argues that this new struggle against police violence holds the potential to reignite a broader push for black liberation.” – Excerpted from the Bookjacket How did the Black Lives Matter movement manage to emerge at a time when so many people considered America to be post-racial? After all, the nation had not only elected its first African- American president in 2008, but had witnessed an emergence of black political elites both in Wash- ington, D.C. and in so many cities across the land. Recall how the Congressional Black Caucus, to police brutality suddenly became an explosive led by John Lewis, endorsed Hillary Clinton while rallying cry a couple years ago, despite its hav- questioning Bernie Sanders’ civil rights creden- ing been around as an issue for many generations. tials. That support has effectively delivered over The author, who teaches African-American Stud- 90 percent of the African-American vote to Clin- ies at Princeton University, also devotes consid- ton in state after state, arguably making the dif- erable ink to a historical discussion of icons like ference between her winning in losing the Demo- Dr. Martin Luther King and Lyndon Baines John- cratic nomination. son as well as to such hot button topics as color- But according to Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, blindness, American exceptionalism, the criminal there is a “growing polarization between black of- justice system and the roots and rise of the Black ficials and ordinary blacks living in urban commu- Lives Matter movement. nities.” She further asserts that African Americans Overall, this incendiary tome amounts to a in positions of power “are just as eager as white scathing indictment of “racism, capitalism and officials to invoke racial stereotypes to cover their class rule” as oppressors of the black masses, own incompetence, from claims about cultural in- President Obama’s occupying the White House feriority to broken families to black criminality.” notwithstanding. In From #Black Lives Matter to Black Libera- Kam Williams can be reached at kam_wil- tion, Professor Taylor explores why opposition [email protected].

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www.mississippilink.com MAY 19 - 25, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 19 On Malcolm X’s 91st b-day, 3 veteran ‘Roots’ books present new vantage stars look back on points of civil rights leader Fifty-one years after his assas- COMMENTARY freelance writer’s posthumous sination and the publication of his reputation from his many distrac- autobiography, Malcolm X – who tors. Norrell points out that the making TV classic would have been 91 on May 19 – Malcolm autobiography was “the has now earned his place in mid- creation of its subject’s life, not a By Frazier Moore 20th century history, alongside factual recounting of it. That can AP Television Writer Martin Luther King, Fidel Castro be said of all autobiographies.” NEW YORK – ABC bosses and other radical luminaries. • Blood Brothers: The Fatal weren’t sure anyone would Most see Malcolm X, also Friendship Between Muham- watch. known as El-Hajj Malik El-Sha- mad Ali and Malcolm X by Their ambitious miniseries bazz, from his “front view”– from Randy Roberts and Johnny Smith “Roots” was an eight-part epic “The Autobiography of Malcolm (Basic Books). The authors back based on Alex Haley’s best- X, as Told to Alex Haley,” the up with documentation their con- seller that told the saga of his many speeches by him and docu- troversial portrayals of both men. family tree, beginning with mentary films on him found on Ali is seen as, ultimately, a cow- Kunta Kinte, a West African YouTube, and from the biogra- ard and “puppet in the assassina- teen captured by slave raid- phies on Malcolm X published tion plot” against Malcolm, and ers then shipped to America in since the autobiography by, re- Malcolm detailed as a desperate the mid-1700s, and continuing spectively, Peter Goldman, Bruce manipulator of his friend and through the Civil War. Perry and Manning Marable, the even a liar. In other words, both Suffering cold feet, ABC latter two authors presenting very men are shown as human beings, decided to get it over with on talking about, and the cur- chicken ever since,” cracked controversial takes on the human warts and all. The authors of this consecutive nights in January tain opened and there was a Gossett, and the threesome rights leader. historical depiction of the friend- 1977, where, if no one tuned standing ovation, and I was rocked with laughter. But since the divisive and de- ship between the two Nation of in, it would do the least harm clapping for Merv, who said, The point of dramatizing the bated Marable biography, “Mal- Islam followers between 1960 to the network’s ratings. ‘No, that’s for you, Chicken cruelty and hardships suffered colm X: A Life of Reinvention,” and 1965 provide a gripping nar- But as everyone knows, George!’” by blacks isn’t to stir up rage was published in 2011, more rative that expands the under- “Roots” exploded as a TV and “I was in Las Vegas working at these injustices, said Gos- books containing different sides standing of both men by analyz- social phenomenon, averaging in a musical,” said Uggams, sett, but to shed light on this of Malcolm have been published. ing their individual and collective 80 million viewers each night “and I get a phone call from chapter of the black experi- Reading these new works, thank- lives, one week at a time. Roberts and opening the eyes of mil- Ann-Margret: ‘Leslie, we had ence in the spirit of reaching fully, provide new insights and and Smith do a good job in taking lions to a painful swath of his- to change the time for my an opposite response. emphases that move past the bi- both black American icons down tory too often overlooked or show. Everybody was stay- “We have to throw away the ographers.They include: off their pedestals, examining forgotten. ing in.’ Room service? You resentments and the anger,” • The Diary of Malcolm X: them thoroughly, albeit briefly, In time for its 40th anniver- couldn’t get room service, be- he said. “I think the word is El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz, and finding them wonderful and sary next year, “Roots: The cause everybody was watch- forgiveness. Those lessons 1964 by journalist/historian Herb wanting. Complete Original Series” ing ‘Roots.’” become an integral part of the Boyd and Malcolm X daughter Regardless of the viewpoint, is being re-released June 7 No one could have dreamed diversity of this country and Illyasah Shabazz (Third World Malcolm-ology isn’t going any- on Blu-ray by Warner Bros. of such a reception. the world, and it’s desperately Press). This 2013 black-publisher where. That’s good because black Home Entertainment, and, “We can’t predict,” said needed.” book, now for the most part only America deserves a full, compre- since May 16, can be pur- Gossett. “We just have to do “That’s the great thing that available on Kindle, is an an- hensive, well-researched Mal- chased for high-def download the best thing we can, commit happened with ‘Roots,’” said notated collection of Malcolm’s colm biography (something that from online retail sites. to God or Allah or whoever, Uggams. “It opened up the travel-journal thoughts as he trav- hasn’t happened yet), and all the On the eve of this re-mas- do the next blessed thing, and dialogue. I had people coming eled to Saudi Arabia and later sev- stories and events in which Mal- tered release (and a four-part leave the results to him.” up to me and saying, ‘Oh my eral African nations. This book colm was at least peripherally remake premiering May 30 on Vereen: “And show up!” God. We didn’t know.’” proves that Malcolm was not, as involved. The more information the History channel), a trio of Uggams: “Show up!” “Not to separate, but to hu- stereotyped, some loudmouth in black America has on its cham- stars from the original “Roots” But showing up meant manize,” said Vereen, who Harlem who never actually did pions, the more discussions it can gathered to look back. Here, taking part in some horrific likened black slavery to the anything; he was black America’s have within itself on the proper edited for length, is their con- scenes. holocaust in Nazi Germany. unofficial ambassador to the Afri- standards of black leadership. versation: Gossett recalled co-star “All people have gone through can world, trying to unify newly Todd Steven Burroughs, an in- “On the set,” recalled Les- and pal Vic Morrow feeling some sort of holocaust.” independent black and Arab na- dependent researcher and writer lie Uggams, 72, who played obliged to apologize for the With that in mind, they all tions against the West. based in Newark, N.J., is the Kunta Kinte’s daughter Kizzy, scene where, as the planta- endorsed the new version of • Alex Haley: And The Books X worked together on the autobi- author of Son-Shine on Cracked “there was an energy that I had tion’s slave master, he orders “Roots.” That Changed A Nation by ography and how Haley viewed Sidewalks, an audiobook on never experienced before. It Kunta Kinte to be savagely “This is another generation Robert J. Norrell (St. Martin’s Malcolm and what both men Amiri Baraka and Ras Baraka was like magic.” whipped. He told Gossett, it’s speaking to,” said Vereen, Press). This new book discusses were doing. This first biography through the eyes of the 2014 New- “For me, being on the set “I’ve got to say I’m sorry in “and if they like it, they’ll go in detail how Haley and Malcolm of Haley attempts to save the ark mayoral campaign. was almost sacred,” echoed advance.” back and watch the original. Ben Vereen, 69, who played “It wiped you out,” agreed We need to continue this dia- Kizzy’s son, Chicken George. Vereen. logue until we learn the les- “We knew the story. We’d “Like the scene where I” – son.” always told the story,” said as the slave girl Kizzy – “got “And not run from it,” said 79-year-old Louis Gossett Jr., put in the wagon and taken Uggams. who played Fiddler. “But to away,” said Uggams. They all said they plan to have it on worldwide televi- And Vereen cited the cock- watch. sion was special!” fighting scene where he’s told “Of course!” said Gossett. “I watched it on television that if his chicken wins, he “Are you kidding?” said like everybody else,” said would be set free: “My whole Uggams. “I want to see what Vereen. But he didn’t grasp life depended on that chicken they’re doing.” its impact until arriving at an winning that fight. And he “And 50 years from now,” American Music Awards event died. And I picked up that Vereen said, “there’ll be an- where fellow presenter Merv chicken and said, ‘At least other remake.” Griffin congratulated him. you’re free.’” “And we’ll be there,” said “I didn’t know what he was “I would have been eating Uggams with a smile. Warwick announces biopic, prompting quick denials

The Associated Press British singer Cilla Black. CANNES, France – Dionne It was the second time in Warwick announced plans for months that AMBI Pictures, a a biopic about herself at the company founded by Italian Cannes Film Festival on Fri- producer Andrea Iervolino and day, but questions quickly arose Monika Bacardi, was caught about the legitimacy of the blatantly overstating a project. fledgling production company AMBI made headlines in Feb- the R&B singer has signed up ruary when it claimed to be dis- with. tributing a movie starring Pope Shortly after the 75-year-old Francis. The Vatican promptly Warwick announced that the denied that. film will star LeToya Luckett A representative for AMBI and Lady Gaga, a representa- didn’t respond to requests for tive for Gaga denied that the comment Friday. pop star was involved. She had “Dionne” is being shopped been announced to play the late for buyers in Cannes. Warwick

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