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100 Black Men of Jackson, Inc. Troutman By Othor Cain deserving recipient of this award, Editor following in the footsteps of oth- By Jackie Hampton ee from both the federal gov- More than 600 people showed er Bradley attorneys who have Publisher ernment and the state of Mis- up at the Jackson Convention helped to carry on the memory of Dr. Tiffi ny Hughes-Trout- sissippi. He said, “I am very Complex in downtown Jack- Cam through community service man was named director of proud of Tiffany and what she son September 21 for the an- and legal excellence.” the Center of Assessment, Re- has accomplished.” nual Scholarship and Mentoring The award included a donation ferral and Education (CARE) Hughes-Troutman said she Banquet of the 100 Black Men of to a charity in Miller’s memory. at Georgia Tech in Atlanta. learned from her father to al- Jackson. This year, with the support of the CARE, which opened in Au- ways build and maintain posi- This is the 29th year for the Miller and Perry families, the gust, is the new single entry tive relationships and to serve event in the chapter’s 29-year fi rm will make collective cash point for mental health for stu- the community politically history. donations of $5,000 each to 100 dents to access mental health and otherwise. She said this The chapter was formed in Black Men of Jackson (BMJ) resources and services on cam- is what she saw her father do 1990 and is making a substan- and the Mississippi Children’s pus and in the community. over the years. She said her fa- tial impact in the lives of youth Museum (MCM), which are the After graduating from Cal- ther and mother, Mary Monteal in metro Jackson and the state of Taylor Williams charitable/community service or- laway High School in Jackson, Hughes-Sills of Vicksburg, al- Mississippi. ganizations selected by Williams. Hughes-Troutman enrolled ways encouraged her to further This year’s program featured tigious event is the chapter’s Williams at an event in the fi rm’s Williams has been a member at Xavier University in New her education and career. three dynamic speakers, one cur- President Award. This year, Pres- Jackson offi ce. of the organization for four years. Orleans where she received Hughes-Troutman worked rent mentee and two former men- ident Harvey Johnson bestowed The award honors an associ- Johnson also gave a special a Bachelor of Science degree for eight years as the assistant tees. All three delivered excep- two awards, one to a chapter ate who exemplifi es the excel- award to Keymiah Jones, who in biology. She continued her director for outreach and well- tional speeches and highlighted member and one to a community lence, in and out of the law fi rm, works with the organization’s education. ness and as a staff therapist for their mentors with words of ap- member. “It is always good when of Cameron Miller, who died in aquatic program. “Because of her Hughes-Troutman is a li- a counseling center. She then preciation. we can recognize the efforts of June 2012 battling cancer while skilled techniques, Jones saved censed psychologist having served as director of health What makes this event a sig- one of our own and showcase the in his fi rst year of practice as an the life of a young swimmer,” received both MS and Ph.D. behavior with Health Initia- nature event is that the entire work of what’s happening in the attorney with Bradley. The fi rm Johnson said. “We are eternally degrees in counseling psychol- tives for two years before ac- program showcases and features community,” Johnson said. “This established the award in conjunc- grateful for her efforts and work ogy from the University of Il- cepting the role as care direc- mentees; from the emcee to all year’s event really captured what tion with Miller’s parents, Frank with us.” linois at Urbana-Champaign. tor at Georgia Tech. She also presentations made on stage. we’ve been doing all year and and Alice Miller; his fi ancée at Long time member Barnett When asked what was her served as director of Health “This is a unique opportunity for I’m grateful to every sponsor, the time of his passing, Katherine Taylor received the distinguished favorite subject at Callaway Behavior at Georgia Tech, and us to highlight what we do week- supporter and participant.” Perry; and Perry’s parents, Char- recognition as ‘Mentor of the she said, “I liked everything, prior to that appointment, she ly and sometimes daily with our The President’s Award was lie and Sheri Perry. Year.’ Mentoring is one of the especially science.” She said served as assistant director of young men,” said Dr. Audwin given to Michael Williams, an “We are immensely proud of pillars of which the organization even in high school she knew Outreach and Wellness in the Fletcher, one of the coordinators attorney with the Bradley Law Michael’s commitment to civic was founded. she wanted to pursue the fi eld Counseling Center at Georgia of the mentees that guide the pro- Group. Williams is also the recip- work and other efforts to support Seven local institutions and of medicine. She eventually Tech. gram. “Its like they come alive ient of the fi rm’s 2019 Cameron and benefi t our community,” said schools each received scholar- decided she wanted to become Georgia Tech held a ribbon- and shine each year and it makes J. Miller Award for Excellence Bradley Chairman of the Board ships of $2,500 during the pre- a psychologist. cutting ceremony and Open us all feel good.” and Community Service. The and Managing Partner Jonathan 100 Black Men Her father, Cordell Hughes, House for CARE September 9 Another highlight of this pres- award was presented June 27 to M. Skeeters. “Michael is a highly Continued on page 3 a resident of Jackson, is a retir- for faculty, staff and students. Bunch’s African-American museum dream fulfi lled

By Stacy M. Brown the construction of the historical mu- of author James Baldwin and the con- NNPA Newswire Correspondent seum. temporary vitality of the Black Press of Dr. Lonnie Bunch III, the 14th secre- Those challenges included choosing America. tary of the Smithsonian Institution, sat the location, architect, design team, and “The relevance and inclusion of the down for an exclusive interview with Na- the collection of unique pieces of Afri- Black Press in events such as this one, tional Newspaper Publishers Association can-American artifacts. show the continued signifi cance of the (NNPA) President and CEO Benjamin He added that the museum was “an er- Black Press,” NNPA Chair Karen Carter F. Chavis Jr., at the National Museum of rand worthy of the burdens.” Richards, said after the interview be- African American History and Culture. Available from Smithsonian Books on tween Chavis and Bunch. The two discussed Bunch’s timely new the organization’s website and at Ama- “The Black Press is alive and well, and book, “A Fool’s Errand: Creating the zon.com, “A Fool’s Errand” is a tour de we will continue to be the daily record- National Museum of African American force of Bunch’s personal and political ers of our history across the globe. Al- History and Culture in the Age of Bush, accomplishments. though we’ve seen many changes within Obama and Trump.” During the intimate video-taped in- our industry; these changes are bringing “I [initially] saw this journey to build terview inside the National Museum of better opportunities for the Black Press,” a museum that could help bridge the African American History and Culture, Richards said. chasms that divide us as a ‘fool’s’ er- the two visionaries also tackled top- “So, we are honored that Dr. Lonnie rand,’” Bunch said. ics that ranged from the Transatlantic Bunch has chosen to include us as a part The book outlines the multitude of Slave Trade, their shared North Carolina challenges Bunch faced when pursuing families’ histories, the writing legacy Museum Continued on page 3 Bunch (L) shares a copy of his book “A Fool’s Errand” with Benjamin Chavis Jr.

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2 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com Hinds CC Utica Campus Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® raises $1 million in support student receives 100 of HBCUs for the second Black Men scholarship consecutive year The Mississippi Link Newswire The Mississippi Link Newswire After applying for several Alpha Kappa Alpha Soror- scholarships and getting re- ity, Incorporated® is proud to jected, Robert Mosely had al- announce that for the second most given up on getting mon- consecutive year, the soror- ey for school until he received ity has successfully raised $1 an email from the 100 Black million for the benefi t of His- Men. torically Black Colleges and That’s when Mosley, of Universities (HBCUs) as part Jackson, a sophomore at Hinds of its HBCU Impact Day ini- Community College’s Utica tiative. Campus, learned he would be On September 16, local the recipient of a scholarship. chapters, private donors and “I was so happy. I was going corporate matching dollars to cry because I never thought from across the globe helped I was going to get a scholar- the 111-year old service orga- ship,” he said. nization reach the $1 million Mosley heard about the 100 fundraising goal. Black Men National Scholar- Robert Mosley (left) and Utica Campus Vice President Sherry Franklin “Once again this is a histor- ship from an administrator on (right) ic moment for Alpha Kappa campus who encouraged him Alpha, as we have raised $1 to apply. The 100 Black Men he chose to come to the Utica Microsoft. million for HBCUs for the National Scholarship provides Campus to get the full experi- Technology is not the only second year in a row,” AKA young African-American men ence at an HBCU (Historically thing Mosley is interested in, International President Glen- across the nation with a 2.5 or Black College and University), however. He eventually wants da Glover shared with excite- Glover better GPA the chance to fur- all while getting the chance to to return to school and study ment in a video message to ther their education. live on his own without being physical therapy. sorority members. future of these spaces,” added tion, which aims to promote Mosley, the oldest of four too far away from home. “In high school I broke my “I want to thank everyone Glover, who is also president HBCUs by encouraging stu- children, lives with his mother, Right now, Mosley studies ankle. Working out was rough who contributed to this $1 of Tennessee State University dents to attend and matricu- who is a single parent. He said computer engineering. He said but I found it kind of fun be- million, one-day campaign. and an HBCU graduate. late through these institutions. he hopes the scholarship he re- he has always loved technol- cause I was working to get Let’s continue to support our In February 2019, AKA HBCU Impact Day is one ceived will inspire his siblings. ogy. “I always had a passion back to my normal self,” he HBCUs.” gifted $1.6 million to the fi rst component of a four-year $10 “It helps me set an example for any sort of electronic sort said about his love for physical “HBCUs are critically im- 32 of 96 HBCUs through the million fundraising goal set for my siblings. I feel like they of thing. I find it interesting. I therapy. He wants to eventu- portant educational institu- AKA-HBCU Endowment by Glover, who challenged can do the same thing once love computers,” he said. ally take that degree and work tions. Alpha Kappa Alpha was Fund. The second cycle, con- the women of AKA to lead their time comes,” he said. After graduating from in the field of sports medicine. founded at an HBCU more sisting of 32 more HBCUs, the charge in helping to se- His journey to the Utica Hinds’ Utica Campus, he plans Mosley said the scholarship than 100 years ago, so it is not will be funded in 2020. cure fi scal sustainability and Campus started at Jackson to continue his studies at Jack- will help him pay off any out- only befi tting but necessary The endowment fund falls success for all four-year ac- Public School District’s Wing- son State University. He hopes standing school debts and pre- that AKA women are at the under the organization’s target credited HBCUs around the field High School. Mosley said to one day work for Sony or pare for the future. forefront of investing in the HBCU for Life: A Call to Ac- country. www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 3

Museum Central Park Five member: Know your Continued from page 1 of this important national media event,” she The museum opened three years ago to rights when questioned by police said. much fanfare, with former presidents Barack While in graduate school, Bunch desired Obama and George W. Bush, among others, to write a dissertation about the Black Press. in attendance. However, naysayers told him the Black Press “To some, visiting the museum allows was unimportant. He said that theory was them to fnd hope … that the current poison- quickly proven wrong. ous political partisanship and racial antipathy “I knew it was,” Bunch said. “I think the will one day be overcome,” Bunch said. Black Press has always been the guardian of A historian, author, educator and curator, our community. It’s always been the place Bunch has enjoyed a career of near unappar- where facts are found that are not told in other elled success. places. It’s a place where you can understand Bunch has held numerous teaching po- the richness of the community. sitions, including American University in “What I love about the Black Press today Washington, D.C. (Bunch’s Alma Mater), the is that it’s a place that reminds people of the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, and power of the African-American communi- the George Washington University in Wash- ty… the Black Press is critically important. ington, D.C. The audience at the Afrikana Independent Film Festival gives a standing ovation last Saturday to Raymond San- “What [The Black Press] does is it reminds Bunch was elected in 2017 to become a tana, center, after the screening of the documentary “The Central Park Five.” Santana, who was exonerated in us that there are many different lenses to un- member of the American Academy of Arts the case after spending fve years in prison, talked about his experience following the flm. He is embraced by derstand a story. If you don’t have the lens and Sciences. He’s also the recipient of the Todd Waldo, adviser for the flm festival, while moderator Zoe Spencer, a sociology professor at Virginia State to the African-American community, where President’s Award from the NAACP, and the University, looks on. PHOTO: SANDRA SELLARS/RICHMOND FREE PRESS are you going to fnd your story? For me, the Impact Leader Award from the Greater Wash- Black Press is crucial not for the past, but for ington Urban League. By Ronald E. Carrington ecution. lice often abuse young people and the future,” Bunch said. Last year, the Phi Beta Kappa Society TriceEdneyWire.com Santana told the audience his coerce them into confessions after The Smithsonian national leader also mar- presented Bunch with the Phi Betta Kappa As the credits rolled, the audi- mission is “to educate the next an arrest, as was the case with the veled over the enduring legacy of Baldwin, Award for Distinguished Service to the Hu- ence of more than 200 people generation about inequities in the Exonerated Five. whose works explored racial, sexual and manities and the National Education Associa- fell silent with astonishment and criminal justice system and the im- One of the contemporary tools class distinctions in North America. tion honored him with the Award for Distin- anger after viewing “The Central portance of social justice.” Santana uses to get that the truth “As a 17-year-old freshman at Howard, the guished Service to Education. Park Five,” a documentary by Ken “We (the fve exonerated men) out is social media. At the time of frst book I picked up was ‘Go Tell It on the Earlier this year, Bunch was appointed sec- Burns, Sarah Burns and David have been fghting against the sys- their arrest, he said, daily news- Mountain,’” Bunch said. retary of the Smithsonian Institution, the frst McMahon about the 1989 case tem for over 30 years now. It’s not papers, TV news broadcasts and “I was so moved by [Baldwin’s] writings. African American to hold that position in the in which four African-American that simple. And when you start to courtroom sketches, which he I read everything that he wrote because, in organization’s 173-year history. teens and a Puerto Rican teen were get your voice back, you start to said darkened their features, made some ways, what Baldwin did is that he cap- He oversees 19 museums, 21 libraries, the wrongfully convicted in the brutal understand you have a platform,” them look guilty. tured the trueness of the community in an un- National Zoo, numerous research centers and assault and rape of a white invest- he said. Now a fuller story of what hap- varnished way. He also inspired us to demand several education units and centers. ment banker as she jogged in New Burns’ two-hour documentary, pened to them is gaining wider fairness,” he said. Now, with “A Fool’s Errand,” Bunch said York’s Central Park. released in 2012, chronicles the public attention through Burns’ Bunch said he sought out to obtain a build- he has a simple message to convey. Then Ray- horrifc crime, the rush to judg- documentary and the Netfix se- ing that would reference the spirituality, resil- “History matters,” he told Chavis. mond Santana, ment by the police, a media clam- ries, “When They See Us,” which ience and hope that have been key elements “You can’t understand yourself or the future one of the niw oring for sensational stories with- was co-written and directed by within the African-American community; without looking back. History is an amazing E x o n e r a t e d out independent investigation, an Ava DuVernay. elements he said that have shaped America’s tool to live your life. More than anything else, Five, entered outraged public and the fve lives “Even though I question the identity in ways most Americans do not un- it challenges you to be accurate.” derstand. Watch the full interview between Dr. Chavis Santana the Richmond upended by the miscarriage of jus- man upstairs, I didn’t really lose theater and the tice. faith. It just gets tested,” Santana He said the revolution in South Africa re- and Dr. Bunch here at BlackPressUSA.com. audience stood on their feet, giv- “In 1990 we were considered said. “I think I received blessings inforced his belief that history is an effective To purchase Dr. Bunch’s “A Fool’s Er- ing Santana, 44, a standing ovation probably the most hated people from the man upstairs. My daugh- tool to change a country by embracing the rand,” visit Amazon.com. and thunderous cheers. Santana on planet Earth,” Santana told the ter was one of them. After having truth of a painful past. was in Richmond last Saturday audience. her, I made a pact with Him to for a screening of the documentary None of the fve teens knew follow whatever direction my life at the Afrikana Independent Film each other at the time of their ar- would take.” Festival at Virginia Common- rest, he said. However, after they Tina Barr, who earned a mas- 100 Black Men wealth University’s Institute for were exonerated, a close bond has ter’s degree from VCU and now Continued from page 1 Contemporary Art. been forged as adults. Santana is a Ph.D. candidate in social work miere event that included Jackson State Uni- For more information about the 100 Black His message was clear: You lives in Atlanta, just minutes from at the University of Minnesota versity, Alcorn State University, Mississippi Men of Jackson, Inc. please visit https:// have to fght the powers that be. McCray, whom he said he speaks who studies wrongful conviction, Valley State University,Tougaloo College, www.100blackmenjackson.org. More than a decade after their with on the phone every day. Sa- said she was glad Santana gave Rust College, Hinds Community Collge and See additional story on page 2 and photos arrest and incarceration, the fve laam also lives in Georgia. the after-story that was not in the Piney Woods Country Life School. on page 16. men were exonerated by DNA The fve maintain a brotherhood documentary. evidence. to help overcome the trauma they “I think everyone needs to hear Santana, Yusef Salaam, Korey experienced being incarcerated as these stories of injustice, which Wise, Kevin Richardson and An- youths. could happen to teenagers even tron McCray, who were ages 14 to Wise, who was the oldest at 16, today,” Barr said following the 16 when they were arrested, spent was imprisoned in an adult facility. program. “If younger people un- from fve to 13 years in prison be- They are not afraid to tell their derstand what’s happening in the fore a serial rapist confessed to the stories in depth because they want justice system, they can be instru- crime. young people and their parents to mental in making it such that those The Exonerated Five later re- understand their rights, including types of injustices will not happen ceived a $41 million settlement in Miranda Rights, and the need for a to other people. They will be social their civil suit against New York lawyer when being questioned by justice activists, not just bystand- City offcials for malicious pros- the police. Santana noted that po- ers.” STATE

4 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com Copiah County native honored as nation’s fi rst female federal trial judge

Mississippi Link Newswire Burnita Shelton Matthews’ brothers were lawyers, but her father wanted her to be a mu- sician. There were no women lawyers or judges in Copiah County, or in Mississippi 100 years ago. On Sept. 16, Circuit Judge Tomika Harris-Irving, the fi r s t w o m a n a n d fi r s t A f r i c a n - American judge of Missis- sippi’s 22nd Circuit Court Dis- trict, greeted a crowd of more than 100 who gathered in the courtroom in Hazlehurst to celebrate the historic career of Matthews. Irving invoked the soaring aspirations of astronaut Mae Jemison, who said, “Never limit yourself because of oth- ers’ limited imagination; never Supreme Court Presiding Justice Jim Kitchens of Crystal Springs is pictured with, left to right, limit others because of your Mississippi College School of Law Dean Patricia Bennett, Mississippi Court of Appeals Chief Judge Chancery Clerk Steve Amos and Judge Royce Lamberth stand beside a portrait of own limited imagination.” Donna Barnes and U.S. Magistrate Judge Linda Anderson. Judge Burnita Shelton Matthews after the ceremony. Matthews “was ahead of her time and a trailblazer,” said said the event will help people Judge Royce C. Lamberth, for- across the state learn of the mer Chief United States Dis- judge’s contributions, espe- trict Judge for the District of cially in advancing the role of Columbia, who knew her well. women. Matthews became the fi rst Supreme Court Presiding female federal trial court judge Justice Jim Kitchens grew up in the nation when President in Crystal Springs and still Harry S. Truman appointed her lives there. “The incredible, to the U.S. District Court for uplifting saga of Judge Burnita the District of Columbia Oct. Shelton Matthews was news to 21, 1949. me. I’ve known of the Shel- The state of Mississippi ton Cemetery for a long time, would wait another 58 years but had no idea that a person to see the fi rst female fed- of such historic importance eral district judge preside in a is buried there. Judge Shel- Mississippi courtroom. Chief ton’s extraordinary life and U. S. District Judge Sharion her achievements – all highly Aycock of Fulton was nomi- unlikely during the times in nated by President George W. which she lived – provide an- Bush March 19, 2007, and other good reason for me to be confi rmed by Congress Oct. 4, proud to be a Mississippian, 2007. She became chief judge and, in particular, a Copiah of the Northern District of Countian. My only regret is Mississippi – the fi rst woman that I didn’t know her.” chief judge of the federal dis- One of the happiest people trict court in Mississippi – in the room appeared to be Co- June 2, 2014. piah County Chancery Clerk Steve Amos, who organized Aycock said that she learned Pictured after the ceremony are, left to right, Judge James E. Graves Jr. of the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, 22nd District Circuit Judge Tomika the ceremony. Amos, an avid of Matthews after joining the Irving, and Mississippi Court of Appeals Judges Deborah McDonald and Latrice Westbrooks. federal bench. “Her story is historian, devotes consider- incredible and so inspiring,” Robert Walker of Gulfport; prevented her from being able spiration. of Appeals for the District of able energy to historic preser- Aycock said. U.S. District Court Clerk Ar- to practice law. President Harry S. Truman Columbia Circuit. One of her vation. He called Matthews’ Among the crowd that gath- thur Johnston; and U.S. Bank- Matthews served as coun- appointed Matthews as a judge notable cases was a 1971 U.S. history “one of the American ered to honor Matthews’ lega- ruptcy Court Clerk Danny L. sel to the National Woman’s of the U.S. District Court for Court of Appeals ruling that dreams,” as her father didn’t cy were about a dozen women Miller. Party 1921-1934. The National the District of Columbia Oct. said disabled people receiv- want her to pursue law. judges, including some whose Matthews as a teenager may Woman’s Party was a leading 21, 1949. It was a recess ap- ing Social Security benefi ts Matthews was the third careers marked milestones for have sat in the courtroom in force for passage of the Nine- pointment to a newly created were entitled to hearings be- woman in the nation to serve women in the judiciary. U.S. Hazlehurst where the cer- teenth Amendment, which in seat on the court. Truman fore benefi ts were terminated. at any level of the federal ju- Magistrate Judge Linda An- emony was held. The Copiah 1920 granted women the right nominated Matthews to the She also heard cases before the diciary. In 1928, President derson of Jackson is the fi rst County Courthouse would to vote. Matthews also worked same position Jan. 5, 1950. United States Court of Cus- Calvin Coolidge nominated female magistrate and the fi rst have been new then. Construc- on unsuccessful efforts to pass Matthews was confi rmed by toms and Patent Appeals. She Genevieve Rose Cline of Ohio African-American magistrate tion was completed in 1903. the Equal Rights Amendment. the U.S. Senate April 4, 1950, had earned a master’s degree to the U.S. Customs Court, of the Southern District of Matthews was interested Lamberth said that one of her and received her commission in patent law in 1920 from the now known as the Court of Mississippi. Chief U.S. Bank- in law from an early age. goals was to see adoption of April 7, 1950. National University School of International Trade. In 1934, ruptcy Court Judge Katharine Her father, Burnell Shelton, the proposed amendment be- Matthews’ commission, Law, now George Washington President Franklin Delano Samson of Gulfport is the fi rst was Copiah County chancery fore she died. Congress ad- signed by the president, and University Law School. She Roosevelt named Judge Flor- woman bankruptcy judge in clerk and tax collector. Mat- opted the ERA in 1972, but the her portrait were displayed earned an LL.B in 1919. ence Allen of Ohio to the U.S. Mississippi and the fi rst fe- thews worked in the Chancery measure failed to gain ratifi ca- at the front of the courtroom Lamberth said that one of Court of Appeals for the Sixth male chief bankruptcy judge in Clerk’s offi ce upon occasion, tion in three-fourths of state during the Sept. 16 ceremony. the highlights of his 1987 in- Circuit. the state. Justice Dawn Beam but her father wanted her to legislatures. Mississippi did Courthouse maintenance su- vestiture was that Matthews In 1953, three years after of Sumrall is the only woman pursue music rather than law, not ratify the amendment. pervisor Stanley Martin hung attended and wished him well. Matthews was appointed to currently serving on the Mis- said Lamberth. Matthews also left her mark the historic document and por- She died the following year in the federal bench in Washing- sissippi Supreme Court. Mis- After a brief career teaching on Washington, D.C., as a real trait on the courtroom wall as Washington at age 93. ton, Mississippi Gov. Hugh sissippi Court of Appeals Chief music in Fayette, Texas and estate lawyer. The U.S. Su- guests went across the street Lamberth knew Matthews White appointed Mississip- Judge Donna Barnes of Tupelo Georgia, Matthews, a Cincin- preme Court sits on the site for a reception. before he went on the bench, pi’s fi rst female judge, Zelma is the state’s fi rst female Court nati Conservatory of Music which was once the offi ce of Lamberth noted that Mat- from his time as chief of the Wells Price of Greenville, to of Appeals Chief Judge. graduate, moved to Washing- the National Woman’s Party. thews hired only women as Civil Division of the D.C. Dis- the Washington County Court. All four of the female state ton, D.C. There she could get William Howard Taft wanted her law clerks. She believed in trict Court. He recalled many Price put women on juries Court of Appeals judges at- into law school, something not the property to build a court- providing opportunities to ca- conversations about her ef- when state law didn’t permit tended: Chief Judge Barnes, possible then in Mississippi. house for the Supreme Court, pable women in the male dom- forts as a suffragist. She was women to serve. Presiding Judge Virginia C. When she earned her second which at that time heard cases inated fi eld. Her former clerks particularly interested in later Today, almost a third of Carlton of Jackson, Court of law degree in 1920, no fi rm or in the Capitol. were high achievers, including policies regarding demonstra- state court judges are women: Appeals Judge Latrice West- agency would hire her – not Taft, who was chief justice one who became a judge and tions. Lamberth, as chief of the 50 of 150 judges, not includ- brooks of Lexington, and even the Veterans Administra- of the U.S. Supreme Court af- two who became assistant U.S. Civil Division of the U.S. At- ing justice court and munici- Court of Appeals Judge Debo- tion, where she had worked by ter he served as president, pre- attorneys. torney’s Offi ce, was the point pal judges. Copiah County’s rah McDonald of Fayette. day as a clerk while attending vailed in acquiring the prop- As a federal district judge, person coordinating with law two justice court judges are Judge James E. Graves Jr. classes at night. So she formed erty, but at a steeper price than Matthews presided over trials enforcement regarding demon- women. Thirty percent of the of the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court her own successful law fi rm the government wanted to pay. for murder, rape, robbery and strations around the Capital. lawyers licensed to practice in of Appeals was the ranking and joined the women’s move- The National Woman’s Party other crimes. Among famous Shelton, 89, said that he nev- Mississippi are woman: 2,752 member of a federal judiciary ment. lost at condemnations proceed- defendants was Jimmy Hof- er met his cousin. He’s named of 9,033 in active practice. The in attendance. Other guests As a member of the National ings that took the property, but fa, then vice-president of the after her brother. Shelton president of the Mississippi included Judge Daniel Jordan Woman’s Party, Matthews par- Matthews negotiated a settle- teamsters union. A jury acquit- beamed as he sat on the front Bar and the deans of both law of Jackson, Chief Judge of the ticipated in silent pickets out- ment of almost $300,000 for ted him of bribery. row with about a dozen rela- schools are women. Nation- Southern District of Missis- side the White House as wom- the building, a huge sum for Matthews took senior status tives during the ceremony, and wide, there are 363 female fed- sippi; U.S. District Judge Carl- en sought the right to vote. She that time. The Woman’s Party from the federal trial bench happily sat for pictures along- eral trial and appellate judges, ton Reeves of Jackson; Senior would later recount that she moved to a spot nearby. March 1, 1968, but contin- side the judge’s portrait. including three U.S. Supreme Judges David Bramlette III of never spoke during the pickets, Lamberth noted that U.S. ued to hear cases for 10 more Samuel Shelton’s niece, Court justices. Natchez, Louis Guirola Jr. of as anyone who spoke was at Supreme Court Justice Ruth years. In addition to presiding Bessie Shelton Trovato, lives Women make up one-third Gulfport and Tom S. Lee of risk of being arrested, and an Bader Ginsburg considered over trials, she sat on appel- near the Shelton Cemetery of the active federal court Forest; U.S. Magistrate Judge arrest on her record could have Matthews a trailblazer and in- late panels of the U.S. Court where Matthews is buried. She judges in the country. COMMUNITY

www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 5 Job fair in Cleveland draws more than 500 applicants

Mississippi Link Newswire More than 500 people lined up at a church gymnasium in Cleve- land to apply for jobs as FedEx Ground package handlers dur- ing a Sept. 19 job fair organized by state, local and non-profi t groups. The parking lot was full and people began to fi ll the bleachers at the United Family Life Center by 9:30 a.m., half an hour before the job fair was scheduled to start. By 2:30 p.m., 515 people had signed up, said Pam Chat- man, steering committee chair for the Family First Initiative in Bolivar County. “There is a great need,” Boli- var County District 5 Supervisor hold job fairs for residents of the Partner Chris Jones. “We have a phis, has a semester of college port local residents. “We brought eight counties in which Family Larry King said as he watched Delta. The fi rst to come was Fe- need at our Olive Branch hub for in criminal justice. “There aren’t a van with eight or nine people. First Initiative pilot programs people fi lling out applications dEx Express, headquartered in full-time and part-time employ- many jobs in this area so in order People need jobs. We are trying were created a year ago to assist and waiting to be interviewed. Memphis. Chatman said that the ees.” to fi nd better work, you have to to give them an opportunity.” families in need. The 24-mem- “This is a really positive thing company hired local people and Brenda Williams-Ford, 54, of venture out,” he said. Veterans Administration Em- ber local steering committee, that’s going on here today. Peo- now provides two buses during Cleveland, came to the job fair Rundell James III, 21, of ployment Coordinator Jennifer with Chatman as chair, identi- ple need jobs to build a better the day and three buses at night hoping to land one of those jobs. Mound Bayou balanced his one- James and Vocational Rehabili- fi ed employment and transpor- life for themselves and cut down to transport workers. She has been looking for a job year old son on his hip while tation Counselor Yoshekia Wil- tation among their priorities for on crime and social ills.” By the Representative from Toyota’s since the compounding pharma- fi lling out a form at the sign-in son came to the job fair to ask change, along with education, size of the crowd, “it says to me Blue Springs plant held a job cy where she had worked closed table. With a year of community about possible openings for their crime, substance abuse treat- that young people want to work. fair in Cleveland in August, at- last spring. “My hope is that I college credit, he had applied for clients. They assist veterans with ment and domestic violence pre- They want a job.” tracting nearly 500 people. Ap- get a job and let my work speak a job at a fast-food restaurant disabilities in fi nding suitable vention. Chatman, who has spearhead- plicants are waiting to see if they for itself. I’m a dedicated hard the day before. He saw a Face- employment. The Mississippi Family First ed organization of three job fairs will be hired. worker and a team player,” she book post about the job fair and Government and non-profi t Initiative was created by the in the past 10 months, said, “My FedEx Ground, a separate en- said after her work interview. came with hopes of better work. partners in the job fair included Commission on Children’s Jus- number one focus is to show the tity, sent a human resources team Tamia Fleming, 18, of Cleve- “I was trying to be here early, 10 the Department of Human Ser- tice. The initiative works to ad- state of Mississippi that the Mis- to Cleveland Sept. 19 to accept land, applied for part-time work. on the dot, and it looks like I’m vices Division of Work Force dress the needs of struggling sissippi Delta has a work force.... applications and conduct inter- She is a student at Holmes Com- late,” he said, resigning himself Development, the Department of families by directing those fami- We have a workforce that wants views for jobs as package han- munity College in Goodman. to a wait for an interview. Employment Security, the Fam- lies to services and resources to work.” dlers at its Olive Branch facility. “Hopefully, I get hired.” Sharkey County Chancery and ily Resource Center of North that will strengthen families, Last December, the retired “We heard that there was a Applicants came from all over Circuit Clerk Murinda Williams Mississippi and the Mississippi improve family stability and cre- television broadcaster set to work need,” said FedEx Ground Se- the Delta and beyond. heard about the job fair and ar- Family First Initiative. ate safer home environments for to recruit potential employers to nior Human Resources Business Darius Walker, 20, of Mem- ranged for a church van to trans- Bolivar County is among children. EDUCATION

6 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com JPS accountability rating improves one letter grade

Mississippi Link Newswire arts and Mathematics. MAAP assess- Much of the gains can be attributed to The Jackson Public School District ments were administered to students in the district’s ability to identify and sup- improved to a “D” rating based on the grades 3 through 8 and in high school port students in need of interventions state’s A-F accountability system that during the 2018-2019 school year. early on in their academic careers. evaluates how schools and districts These tests are aligned with the Mis- “We expect to continue to see growth performed in the 2018-2019 school sissippi College and Career Readiness in the accountability model,” said Su- year. Standards and are used to assess stu- perintendent Errick L. Greene, Ed.D. The State Board of Education ap- dents statewide. “We are developing a culture here in proved the results during its Septem- According to the Accountability rat- Jackson Public Schools that allows ev- ber 19 Board meeting. Accountability ing, JPS earned 504 points which is eryone to contribute to our progress, grades are based on the results of the only 32 points from being a C. Four and our growth and outcomes. Togeth- Mississippi Academic Assessment Pro- schools increased from F status when er, we will see the fruits of their labor.” gram (MAAP) for English language compared to the 2017-2018 school year. JPS improved from an F to a D rating in 2018-2019. Former Tennis Pro Lindsey Nelson scores points as MC Law student

Mississippi Link Newswire 2007. She was named the PAC-Ten Lindsey Nelson ranked 424th Division I Athlete of the Year for best in the world in singles with her sport in 2006-2007. She ex- the Women’s Tennis Association. celled in the classroom as an Eng- As a ten-year tennis pro, her WTA lish and Creative Writing major at rating of 347 in doubles was equal- USC in Los Angeles. ly impressive. During her pro career, Nelson These days, the former tennis competed in the U.S. Open Tennis pro from California remains fo- Championship in 2007. She was cused on hitting the books at the the doubles champ at the USTA Mississippi College Law School. professional tennis tournament There are similarities to intense in Atlanta in 2009, among many competition on the tennis court, highlights. Her favorite player and her journey to becoming a growing up was Monica Seles, the lawyer. former No. 1-ranked women’s ten- The former University of South- nis player with nine Grand Slam ern California tennis star sees the titles. benefi ts of playing her favorite Nelson Today, Monica is an author and sport with passion. speaker following her 2008 retire- Fierce competition on the ten- roots in the Magnolia State. ment. nis court, says the fi rst-year law “We are pleased when students While she still plays the game, student, involves problem solv- come to MC Law to get a legal Lindsey continues to energize MC ing and “working under pressure. education and see what Mississip- Law students this Fall. You must be mentally tough,” Nel- pi has to offer and decide to stay Classmate Kathy Wagner, 60, a son said. “It transfers well to law here,” Bennett said. “I’m confi dent fi rst-year student, says Lindsey’s school and the legal profession.” that this generation of future law- competitive nature brings out the Why MC Law for the California yers will make Mississippi a better best in them. And she calls Lind- native? place for all.” sey a source of inspiration. Family reasons played a big part. Nelson comes from a family “I have seen how disciplined Her husband, Patrick, is a huge noted for public service. Her mom she is and how her positive nature Mississippi State football fan from is a public school teacher and her and fearless attitude helps make Amory. The couple lived in Nash- dad is a small business owner. Her all those around her a better ver- ville before the move to Jackson. aunt serves as a nun. sion of themselves,” Wagner says. Coming along for the ride to the She’s a fi rm believer in making A former mechanical engineer and Mississippi capital city were their a difference on the planet. MC Gulfport mother of six grown chil- two children, Lola, 1, and Tripp, 2. Law’s commitment to Mission dren, Wagner herself proves inspi- Getting top grades at MC Law is First legal aid made the school near rational to MC Law classmates. something Lindsey strives for, just the Capitol a perfect fi t. The legal In classrooms, Nelson will be like racking up tennis triumphs. aid offi ce operates in Jackson with slammed with her studies in torts, For the new member of the Class staff members and more than 300 contracts, property, civil proce- of 2022 her dream job is to enter volunteer attorneys, while serving dure and constitutional law. “I’ve the legal profession in Mississippi 1,200 clients annually. Lawyers been an athlete my whole life,” as an advocate for the underserved across the Magnolia State donate Lindsey says. “This pushes me out community. their time to help those in need. of my comfort zone.” MC Law Dean Patricia Ben- On the University of Southern One of life’s lessons learned on nett is delighted to welcome Lind- California tennis team from 2004 the tennis court is moving on after sey aboard with 126 other fi rst- to 2008, Lindsey shined as a stu- losing a point or contesting a close year students. She’s delighted dent-athlete. She was a two-time call. “You can’t let the little things the 33-year-old native of Orange NCAA Division I singles tennis get to you.” That gritty attitude County, California will put down fi nalist in Spring 2006 and Spring should help elevate her law career.

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www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 7 Vicksburg WIN Job Center Mississippi Second Congressional District opens offi cially at Hinds CC 2019 Academy Day Vicksburg-Warren Campus The Mississippi Link Newswire Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) to host The Mississippi Link Newswire Mississippi Second Congres- Job seekers in Vicksburg sional District Academy Day and surrounding communities in conjunction with his Annual can now seek employment plus College & Career Fair Friday, a whole lot more at the newly- October 11, 2019 from 10 a.m. opened WIN Job Center on the to 1 p.m. at the Washington grounds of Hinds Community County Convention Center lo- College Vicksburg-Warren cated at 1040 S. Raceway Road, Campus. Greenville, MS. College offi cials and others Interested students, parents representing partnering enti- and JROTC instructors are en- ties that made the center’s new couraged to come out and meet location inside the Blackburn- representatives from the fi ve Thompson May Building a reality marked service academies to learn fi rst- the occasion with a formal hand what it takes to be enrolled graduation, service academy program Sept. 19. at a service academy. graduates are commissioned There will be representatives as offi cers in the active or re- “We’re dedicated to make a From left, Vicksburg-Warren Campus Vice President Marvin Moak, State Sen. Briggs Hopson III, Hinds from the Military (West Point), serve components of the armed seamless entry for employers President Dr. Clyde Muse, Mary Powers, workforce director for CMPDD, Jackie Turner, executive director Naval, Air Force, Merchant Ma- services for a minimum of fi ve and citizens in the Vicksburg for MDES, State Rep. Oscar Denton (Hinds Community College/Tammi Bowles) area,” said Jackie Turner, ex- rine and Coast Guard Academy. years. ecutive director of the Missis- ness and industry to utilize as a longtime guiding force in came to partner with Hinds The United States Service If you have questions about sippi Department of Employ- to attract employees. Sharing the state’s workforce develop- and move the job center here Academies offers students the upcoming Academy Day, ment Security. We implore the space on campus puts job- ment efforts, and the Vicks- from where it was, it was an a tuition free, four-year un- call Cedric Watkins in Mound public and business communi- seekers within easy access to burg offi ce in particular. opportunity that didn’t take dergraduate education. Upon Bayou at 1 662-741-9003. ty to use resources provided by career and technical training “She has been infl uential in much to think about,” Selmon the state agency to help people opportunities through Hinds helping us with the concept of said. fi nd gainful employment. and social services already on a place where people can go Hinds offi cials touted the “We’re all in partnership in campus, such as Single Stop. and get all the services they success of the job center’s new the WIN Job Center. Use the “This building will afford need when they’re looking for space in the fi rst three days of Mississippi Public facilities and online MDES us more space, is newly-ren- a job,” Muse said. “Bringing being open offi cially. services here. We help Missis- ovated and gives the staff a it on our campus means that “We already have a handful sippians fi nd jobs.” pleasant atmosphere to work when a person needs help in of people who came in looking Universities The college assumed op- in, right here on the public terms of employment, they’ll for jobs. They have their fi nan- erations of the local offi ce for transportation route,” said get additional help in educa- cial aid application done and Mississippi’s primary employ- Mary Powers, workforce di- tion and training if they need are working toward getting prepare workforce ment services functions last rector for Central Mississippi it.” enrolled in the college,” said fall. The ceremony completes Planning and Development Representing the Warren Robin Parker, district dean of a move from the center’s long- District. “It will afford the County Board of Supervisors Community and Economic for logistics industry time previous location on citizens of Vicksburg, Warren on the program was District Development. “Imagine where Monroe Street, near down- County and Claiborne County 3 Supervisor Charles Selmon. we’re going to be next year.” town Vicksburg. a chance to be served more ef- Playing off the title of the cen- For more information on The Mississippi Link Newswire ment, and business. The center’s new digs of- fi ciently. Spread the word – we ter, Selmon called the employ- services offered by the center, As the logistics, transpor- USM also offers students at fer offi ce space for staff, a are here, open for business, ment center’s arrival to Hinds contact 601 619-2841 or visit tation and supply chain man- Northshore Technical Commu- computer lab for searching and here to help you.” a “win-win” for the commu- https://mdes.ms.gov/win-job- agement industries grow, nity College (NTCC) the op- employment opportunities Hinds President Clyde Muse nity. centers/vicksburg-win-job- Mississippi Public Universi- portunity to pursue careers in and additional room for busi- credited Powers and CMPDD “When the opportunity center/ ties prepare the workforce to logistics, through an Applied keep those industries running Technology Pathway between smoothly. Marshall County USM and NTCC. The path- has been selected by both Coo- way supports workforce needs per Tire & Rubber Company, of local, state and regional in- Former NFL quarterback Favre and Corelle Brands LLC and Nike dustry partners by preparing to house distribution centers. NTCC students with the tech- The Cooper Tire site will be nical leadership skills needed wife speak at annual William Carey its largest distribution center by organizations to compete in in the United States. The Cor- today’s global economy. NTCC relle Brands operation will in- students who participate in the University scholarship dinner clude manufacturing and dis- pathway will work toward a tribution, creating 400 jobs by Bachelor of Science in applied The Mississippi Link Newswire June 2020. Last month, sports technology degree from USM. apparel company Nike an- Delta State University is the Father Tommy Conway, for- nounced plans to join them by only university in Mississippi mer NFL quarterback Brett Fa- bringing a distribution facility to offer undergraduate and vre and his wife Deanna Favre to Marshall County, creating graduate aviation programs. were the guest speakers for the 250 logistics and supply chain The department offers a bach- ninth annual William Carey jobs by Spring 2020. elor of commercial aviation, University scholarship din- The increase in just-in-time with concentrations in fl ight ner Sept. 17 at Southern Oaks manufacturing, online retail operations, aviation manage- House and Gardens. shopping, and same-day home ment and logistics; it also of- In addition to a question delivery from grocery store fers a master of commercial and answer session with Fa- and big box chains has cre- aviation. Students are prepared ther Conway and the Favres, ated a demand for an expanded for a variety of careers – from the dinner included music per- workforce and increased ex- single- and multi-engine pilot formed by the Carey Strings pertise in logistics. to supply-chain management quartet, a student testimonial Dean Pace, WCU’s annual fund director and special gifts offi cer, center, presented endowed scholar- Mississippi Public Univer- and more – with airlines, air- by Makaeya Brock and scholar- ships to eight WCU students during the dinner. They are, from left: Samuel Houston, Ca’Toria Swain, sities have several academic craft manufacturing, airport ship presentations. With more Makaeya Brock, Taytum Reid, Sarah Clark, Ashley Crum, Hailey Parish and Jonathan Watt. programs that prepare students management, air traffi c con- than 350 people in attendance, to enter the logistics workforce trol, military aviation, aero- the dinner raised money to be Makaeya Brock of Decatur, and help it to evolve over time space and logistics. awarded as scholarships for Phil Bryant Endowed Scholar- to meet the rapidly changing DSU aviation graduates Carey students. ship needs of manufacturers and possess the skills to perform “William Carey University is Taytum Reid of Carson, Wil- consumers. as part of fl ight crews and as truly a hidden jewel with such a liam Winter Endowed Scholar- The University of Southern executives with supervisory loyal fan base for the university ship Mississippi (USM) offers un- and managerial responsibili- as a whole,” said Lynne Hous- Sarah Clark of Bay Springs, dergraduate, graduate and cer- ties at all levels in the aviation ton, associate vice president for Charles Pickering Endowed tifi cation programs designed sector. Facilities and equip- university enhancement. Scholarship to meet the growing demands ment include 19 fl ight train- “We have been given beauty Ashley Crum of Sumrall, of logistics transportation and ing aircrafts; two hangars (ap- for ashes as we are now com- John Ashcroft Endowed Schol- supply chain management-re- proximately 12,500 square feet pletely recovered from the dev- arship lated careers found nationally, apiece) at the Cleveland Mu- astation of the tornado. I look Hailey Parish of Vancleave, internationally, and in particu- nicipal Airport; about 5,000 forward to seeing the amazing Trent Lott Endowed Scholar- lar, across the Mississippi Gulf square feet of classroom/of- future unfold for William Car- ship Coast region. fi ce space at the hangar, which ey University.” Jonathan Watt of Semmes, The Master of Science in Lo- also houses two cutting-edge Scholarship Presentations Brett and Deanna Favre answer questions from Father Tommy Con- Ala., Robert Khayat Endowed gistics, Trade, and Transporta- fl ight training devices; and, More than 90 percent of way and the audience during the annual William Carey University Scholarship tion (MS LTT) is a one-year on campus, the 12,000-square William Carey University’s scholarship dinner Sept. 17 at Southern Oaks House and Gardens In keeping with the tradi- program available in a vari- foot Gibson-Gunn Commer- students receive scholarships in Hattiesburg. tion of creating a scholarship ety of formats, comprised of cial Aviation Building, which or fi nancial assistance. Dean in honor of each year’s guest courses such as logistics, sup- contains three state-of-the- Pace, WCU annual fund direc- Samuel Houston of Bassfi eld, Ca’Toria Swain of Hatties- speaker, an endowed scholar- ply chain management, global art single-multi-engine fl ight tor, presented endowed scholar- Roger Wicker Endowed Schol- burg, Delbert Hosemann En- ship will be established in the trade and economic develop- training devices. ships to eight WCU students: arship dowed Scholarship Favre’s name. 8 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com Camp counselor confessions: Student receives unexpected life lessons from Catskills summer camp experience

By Rachel James-Terry Without his phone in tow, jsumsnews.com Jefferson spent a lot of time at On Jabaris Jefferson’s frst camp playing football, kick- day as an intern at Iroquois ball, “bubble” soccer, card Springs Summer Camp in games and getting to know his Rockhill, New York, he was cohort. prepared to turn around and “I would recommend that leave. internship to anyone. It’s life- “It was two hours from New changing,” he says. York City. I’m the only African Coming from a predominate- American, so I was quiet, in ly black institution with friends defense mode, timid and ner- from the same ethnic back- vous,” he says. ground, Jefferson discloses The JSU senior and criminal that it was intimidating to walk justice major questioned if he into a situation where he was had chosen the right internship. one of four African Americans He planned to pursue corporate on staff. However, he soon re- law and then become a crimi- alized that they were not the nal defense attorney. He also only minorities. wanted to spend the latter years “Everyone else was either of his career teaching, which from another country or New is why he signed up to super- York. I wasn’t the only one vise 8- and 9-year-old-boys for who initially felt uncomfort- seven weeks at an overnight able. There were counselors camp in the southern Catskill there from Hungary, Wales, Mountains. and London, that felt the same However, Jefferson was pre- way.” pared just in case his ambiva- Jefferson says camp owner lence sent him packing. “I pur- Mark told him about the di- posely saved enough money in versity training the year-round my savings account, so I could staff goes through, and the JSU say: ‘You know. This isn’t for student understood why he felt me. I should go home,”‘ he Jabaris Jefferson, a senior at JSU, says he was initially hesitant about interning at Iroquois Springs Camp. However, he admits that it turned out at ease. says. “But they were all so to be a very impactful moment in his life. PHOTOS SPECIAL TO JSU Although it wasn’t always welcoming. They made me feel easy sharing a cabin, equipped comfortable.” with bunk beds and two bath- The Vicksburg native also rooms, with a second counsel- discovered that he was not or and nine campers, Jefferson the only African American or says he had an amazing time. person of color working at the A typical day at Iroquois camp. He admits that, if he fol- Springs consisted of him, a lowed his frst mind, he would second counselor and nine have missed a great opportu- campers participating in a nity. varied schedule of activities. Located 90 miles outside of The group would do every- New York, Iroquois Springs thing from swimming, archery is a traditional coed summer and woodworking, to arts and camp that has been offering crafts, singing practice and re- children an extraordinary camp lay races. experience since 1931, ac- “They had people for every- cording to their website. It is thing. Snack was only 20-30 owned and directed by Mark minutes of the day, and they and Laura Newfeld. The camp had a lady over snacks,” Jeffer- advertises that campers “build son says of Iroquois Springs, confdence, independence, re- Jabaris Jefferson, a criminal justice major which roughly costs $11,000 silience and lifelong friend- and Vicksburg native, says he wants to per child. ships.” pursue corporate law, open a private practice There was also a “camp “We went through a seven- specializing in criminal defense, and spend mom” who helped children if day training of different semi- his latter years as an educator. (Photo by Iroquois Springs Summer Camp is described by its website as a place where campers enjoy an they were having a tough time nars before the kids arrived. I Kentrice S. Rush/University Communications extensive variety of activities and healthy challenges that allow them to fnd personal success. adjusting. Jefferson explains learned things like how to han- that the “mom” would come dle grief, how to handle peer around to each cabin and do pressure, and apply an EpiPen things like clip the children’s if a kid has an allergic reac- fngernails or read them stories. tion,” Jefferson explains. “I had “It was organized to a tee.” no idea how to use one of those Jefferson points out one of before. Some of the campers the main goals of the camp was had same-gender parents. We healthy child development. He learned how to accommodate then shares that parents would them and not make them feel email the camp expressing uncomfortable.” their shock and awe at how He shares that a seminar on their children spent their time. child abuse deeply resonated “They would say, ‘My kid with him. “They taught us how never goes outside, and you to approach those situations. It had them outside all sum- made a big difference because mer.’ The parents were moved ignorance can be hurtful.” by what their children had If a child admits to being learned,” he says. abused and asks a counselor Jefferson thanks JSU for not to tell anyone, instead of the internship opportunity agreeing to keep the secret, and confesses that his mom, promise the child they will be dad, stepdad and grandmother OK or they will receive help, went to Alcorn. “So I applied Jefferson explains. to Jackson State. I didn’t even “They taught us safe words look at an Alcorn application,” and provided better options to he laughs then admits that he use because when you make a also has a love for his family’s promise to a child, you can’t alma mater. break that promise. Kids re- Etta Morgan, chair of the De- member that,” he says. partment of Criminal Justice, The electronics-free policy also holds a spot in his heart. is another aspect of the camp “When you get to school, Jefferson says he enjoyed. All sometimes you question if you employees were required to put made the right decision. The their phones away for the dura- Department of Criminal Jus- tion of their 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Jabaris Jefferson, a student at JSU, hangs out with his rambunctious band of campers inside their cozy digs at Iroquois Springs Summer Camp tice really strives to make sure workday. in Rockhill, New York. we graduate with a job or going “They stressed to us not to to graduate school. They make use our phones so we could living with the same people for miss them a lot.” moments. “You get so caught and life. I tell my friends now sure we’re headed in the right focus on bonding with every- seven weeks. I made a strong Jefferson says that people up with what’s going on with to turn off their phones and just direction. I appreciate Dr. Mor- one,” he says. “It was different, bond with some of them, and I should take more phone-free social media, outside problems take a moment.” gan and the department a lot.” STATE

www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 9 Eight Mississippi Propane gas safety an Counties granted an issue following fl ooding Individual Assistance in Eagle Lake Community Safety recommendations for Eagle Lake residents Federal Declaration with gas appliances damaged by recent fl ooding The Mississippi Link Newswire Grants to individuals and proved for the affected coun- Gov. Phil Bryant announced households. ties,” said MEMA Executive The Mississippi Link Newswire that President Donald Trump Hazard Mitigation Grant Director Greg Michel. “This Anyone who has been af- declared Clay, Humphreys, Program (Statewide). assistance will provide an- fected by the fl ooding in Eagle Issaquena, Lowndes, Monroe, Public Assistance – 29 other resource to help our citi- Lake should make safety their Sharkey, Warren and Yazoo counties were approved for zens recover. The process was number one priority when deal- Counties federal disaster ar- this form of disaster assis- long and arduous and involved ing with Liquefi ed Compressed eas Saturday, September 20, tance in April and June: effort from all of MEMA’s lo- Gas (“LC-Gas”) appliances or 2019. The disaster declaration Alcorn, Calhoun, Carroll, cal and state partners. This is LC-Gas systems that may have is in response to tornadoes, Chickasaw, Clay, Coaho- great news for Mississippi.” been damaged. severe storms and fl ood- ma, Humphreys, Issaquena, Other services could be “Our inspectors have recent- ing that affected the state in Itawamba, Lafayette, Lee, Le- available and provided in di- ly found instances where gen- late February of this year. fl ore, Lowndes, Montgomery, saster areas. Those include: erators were under water and The declaration also covers Panola, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Community Disaster Loans pipes are corroded,” said State the Yazoo-Basin backwater Quitman, Sharkey, Sunfl ower, Crisis Counseling Fire Marshal Mike Chaney. fl ooding that affected close Tallahatchie, Tishomingo, Disaster Legal Services “There are a number of safety to 500,000 acres for over six Union, Warren, Washington, Disaster Unemployment issues happening in this area months. Webster, Yalobusha and Ya- Assistance which was devastated by fl ood- “I would like to thank Pres- zoo Counties. Disaster Housing Assis- ing and homeowners need to ident Trump’s administration The Public Assistance cat- tance take precautions.” for the decision to provide fi - egories are as follows: Other Needs Disaster As- Using damaged appliances nancial assistance to our Mis- Category A: Debris Re- sistance to Individuals and could lead to a fi re, serious in- sissippians in need,” Bryant moval. Households juries or worse. said. “With more than 600 Category B: Emergency Information about Disaster Inspectors have found people homes affected in the Ya- Protective Measures. Recovery Centers opening in using generators for their main zoo-Basin backwater region Category C: Roads and the declared counties will be source of electricity where the alone, this federal assistance Bridges. released as soon as it becomes generator was not properly is critical towards helping Category D: Water Control available but please do not maintained. In one instance, these counties recover. Our Facilities. wait to register for assistance the generator was under about 6 hearts and prayers continue Category E: Buildings and whether online or by phone. inches of water. Other hazards to be with those families that Equipment. Anyone with damages in include pipes that are not sealed The National Fire Protection deposited debris on internal have lost their homes during Category F: Utilities. these counties may apply by and generators being too close Association recommends the components, and mildew – like the fl oods, and everyone who Category G: Parks, Recre- going to www.disasterassis- to a home. following appliance and instal- odor. must rebuild.” ational Facilities and Other tance.gov or by calling 1 800- In general, owner’s and in- lation procedures: • All fl ood-damaged plumb- Approved in this disaster Items. 621-FEMA (3362). 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The Mississippi Link Newswire any of the state’s public univer- is another example of the im- School districts will receive sities. portance of making sure our state funds, on a reimburse- The advanced courses pro- students have the tools neces- ment basis, this school year to vide other benefi ts to students’ sary to help them make career help pay for a national career college and career goals. Mis- decisions that can lead to long- readiness certifi cation exam sissippi public universities and term success right here in Mis- and advanced courses that lead community colleges now award sissippi. The ACT WorkKeys to college credits. The Missis- students at least three college assessment is being used more sippi Legislature appropriated credits for each AP exam score and more by businesses across $1 million for the program, of 3 or higher. Many Missis- the state and provides our stu- which will allocate funds to sippi employers value the ACT dents a great pathway to a suc- districts based on last year’s WorkKeys National Career cessful career.” enrollment for grades 9-12. Readiness Certifi cate when School districts must submit Districts may use the money considering job candidates. documentation of current fi scal to pay for the ACT WorkKeys The Mississippi State Board year expenditures for the spe- exam to earn the National Ca- of Education approved the cialized courses and exams to reer Readiness Certifi cate, dual methodology to reimburse be reimbursed for the expendi- credit courses taken at in-state districts, up to their allocat- tures. Charter schools, which institutions and Advanced ed amount, for the exam and are considered public school Placement (AP), International course fees. districts, are also eligible to re- Baccalaureate (IB) and Cam- Districts are to fi rst use the ceive the grant funds. bridge course and exam fees. grant funds to offer all ca- The Mississippi Department “This grant program will in- reer and technical education of Education (MDE) will be- crease access to advanced and (CTE) program completers gin accepting reimbursement specialized courses, particu- from the prior school year the requests from districts Novem- larly career and technical edu- ACT WorkKeys exam. Then, ber 1. All documentation of cation and AP classes, and will districts may offer other stu- expenditures and requests for help students earn nationally- dents the opportunity to take reimbursement for the 2019-20 recognized credentials,” said ACT WorkKeys. Districts are school year must be received by Carey Wright, state superinten- to use the remaining funds to June 12, 2020. The MDE will dent of education. pay for current fi scal year ex- send districts detailed guide- Students who take addition- penditures associated with dual lines about the reimbursement al, advanced classes beyond the credit courses and AP, IB and process. minimum graduation require- Cambridge courses and exams, “We are pleased to part- ments may earn an academic, based on district priority. ner with MEC to get our stu- distinguished academic or ca- “The Mississippi Economic dents ready for the workforce,” reer and technical education Council appreciates both the Wright said. “Every student de- endorsement with their high Legislature and the Mississippi serves a high school experience school diploma. Students who Department of Education for that will prepare them for their earn an academic or distin- providing an additional focus chosen career path, whether guished academic diploma en- on career and technical educa- that is college, postsecondary dorsement from a public high tion,” said Scott Waller, presi- training, the military or direct school will be accepted into dent and CEO of MEC. “This entry into the workforce.” NATIONAL

10 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com Congressional Black Caucus: Refl ecting on 1619, Preparing For 2020

By Barrington M. Salmon said he’s tired of talk and that it’s time this year as they have in the past, her TriceEdneyWire.com for action. frustration is that she wants to see more. Thousands of black community activ- “We have to move past rhetoric to “I think for folks who’re uninitiated ists, organizational leaders and politi- action,” Johnson told the audience. to the CBC Foundation and this event cal observers descended on the Walter “During Freedom Summer, Fannie Lou are excited. I’m always excited by new E. Washington Convention Center last Hamer, Bob Moses and others focused blood and new energy that comes ev- week to dive into the Congressional on getting access to healthcare (for Af- ery year, but as a reporter and attendee Black Caucus Annual Legislative Con- rican Americans), voting rights and edu- for the past 20 years, I’m less inspired. ference. cation. They renewed the fi ght to lever- I want the rubber to hit the road,” said The mood was a mélange of refl ec- age the vote. In a democracy, the vote is Sherman, a eugenics and race historian tion and contemplation about the past our currency.” and founder and publisher of ACUMEN and excitement and trepidation about the Johnson reiterated that organizing and Magazine, a historical magazine that future. This year’s theme, “400 Years: mobilizing the black vote is imperative fuses history and journalism. “I don’t Our Legacy, Our Possibilities,” suffused if blacks hope to blunt the racist agenda want to see you talking about the same throughout the public policy forums, embraced, advocated and codifi ed by thing year after year.” panel discussions and conversations in Donald Trump. And mobilizing low- She added, “Everything at CBCF is the convention hallways and corners as frequency voters takes on added impor- amazing. But I need an action plan. I registrants, lawmakers, thought leaders tance because the outcome for president didn’t see anything about ‘this is what and millennials delved into a range of is- will be determined by one or two per- we’re going to do about this.’ There sues and concerns. cent, he added. were far too many extremely intelligent, “I’m feeling the weight of pride and Dr. Patrice A. Harris spent much of her high-falutin folks with 15 degrees and a joy of our struggle on how to make time warning about a number of health home on the hill but can you get your what was professed real in the United issues that African Americans face. hands dirty to ensure that your kids can States,” said Virginia State Sen. Jenni- “Black people are more likely to be vote and that we can hold onto the gains fer McClellan, who won a special elec- unwell,” said Dr. Harris, a psychiatrist we’ve made?” tion in 2017 held to fi ll the vacancy left and the fi rst African-American woman Sherman talked about the Gary Plan, by now Democratic U.S. Rep. Donald to head the American Medical Associa- which was conceived by original mem- Rev. Al Sharpton receives the Harold Washington Award during the CBC-ALC Phoe- McEachin. “The foundation of democ- tion. “African Americans are sicker, dy- bers of the Congressional Black Cau- nix Awards dinner. Looking on is the presenter, U. S. Rep. Frederica Wilson. PHOTO: ing at a younger age and dying more of cus. It was an action plan calling on the racy and all systems we have today was DON BAKER PHOTOGRAPHY built on the power structure of serving heart disease. There are increasing inci- federal government to support a multi- white men. I feel pride, frustration and ing policies that are antithetical to black ing that codifi ed that racial segregation dences of suicide and we’re not talking billion program for black business and sadness with how far we’ve come and people. in public facilities was constitutional about gun violence. We need to raise economic support, education and hous- how far we have yet to go.” Morial said while blacks are right to under the “separate but equal” doctrine. conversations about health,” she said. ing because CBC members understood McClelland was a panelist at the Na- be alarmed, their concerns about the re- It also declared that African Americans “We have to more fully integrate mental that this was a marathon. tional Town Hall, an event attended by trenchment of civil rights by the Trump were not and could never be citizens of health.” “Dr. King was assassinated, other several hundred people, which is viewed administration and Republican lawmak- the United States. “They trick, deceive Dr. Harris also addressed the rash of leaders were killed and they wanted to as the offi cial opening of the annual ers must be met with resistance and the and thwart our efforts to participate. We racist-inspired gun violence against La- ensure that even if the head was gone, legislative conference. Moderated by use of the ballot box, among a variety of have to be ‘woke,’ not tricked and bam- tinos, African Americans, Muslims and these programs would go on unhin- Johnnetta Cole, chair and seventh presi- other tools, to effect change. boozled.” others, perpetrated by young white men dered,” said Sherman, a former edi- dent of the National Council of Negro “Today our progress is under vicious Noted economist, columnist and edu- and fueled by the Trump Administration. tor with The Washington Informer and Women, panelists had a vigorous de- attack as this administration rolls back cator Julianne Malveaux agreed. “Anger and hate are not mental ill- Philadelphia Tribune newspapers, and bate that touched on slavery, resistance, gains. It is most extreme and potentially “Betsy Devoid just gave for-profi t nesses,” Dr. Harris asserted. the Round Lake News Service. reparations, the vital importance of voter dangerous,” he said. “It is an intentional, colleges a gift (by eliminating rules that Rev. Al Sharpton, once a presidential Educator and Journalist A. Peter Bai- mobilization and participation, predato- malicious and diabolic plan taking place protected students from fi nancial abuse). candidate himself, received the Harold ley concurred with Sherman. ry capitalism and keys to success in the in state legislatures. They have had great We’re seeing a regulation rollback,” Washington Award during the CBC- “I only come these days for a few future. success implementing voter ID restric- Malveaux said of Education Secretary ALC Phoenix Awards dinner. He told events,” said Bailey, an associate of National Urban League President/ tions and closing polling stations.” DeVos. “This man is eliminating regu- the audience that America is now “at Malcolm X, founding member of the Or- CEO Marc H. Morial said African Morial pointed to the U.S. Supreme lations by the minute. He’s normalized a crossroad” with the upcoming 2020 ganization of African-American Unity Americans face an existential crisis gen- Court’s decision in 2013 to strike down poverty and hardship, and we have these election. He called on voters to “stop this and a pallbearer at Minister Malcolm’s erated by a man in the White House who a key provision of the landmark 1965 melanin-infused buffoons who support back biting and infi ghting and jealousy funeral. “They’ve gotta start telling peo- continually adds fuel to a racially toxic Voting Rights Act. him. We need your pushback …” and win this battle once and for all.” ple some hard truths. We just recreate environment, utters vile anti-black racist “Shelby (v Holder) is our Plessy, our Derek Johnson, president of the Na- Shantella Sherman told a Trice Edney horror stories without discussing ways rhetoric, denigrates African Americans Dred Scott,” Morial said, referring to tional Association for the Advancement Newswire reporter that while the plan- to promote and protect our interests in and people of color and is implement- the landmark 1896 Supreme Court rul- of Colored People, echoed Morial who ners and organizers did a fabulous job this world.” www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 11

PRESERVED Be submissive and Perfected keep growing in the process By Pastor Simeon R. Green III And the Word was made fl esh, greater word of prophesy. He ing: “Ye are our epistle written Special to The Mississippi Link and dwelt among us, (and we saw Jesus being translated be- in our hearts, known and read By Shewanda Riley more. Because I still was strug- We read in beheld his glory, the glory as fore his eyes when Jesus com- of all men: Forasmuch as ye Columnist John 1:1-14 of the only begotten of the Fa- muned with him. In 2 Peter are manifestly declared to be gling with some of the more pain- these words, ther,) full of grace and truth.” 1:19 Peter said, “We have also the epistle of Christ ministered It is God who ful parts of the rejection, I didn’t “In the begin- The Word had to become a more sure word of prophecy.” by us, written not with ink, arms me with feel at all like I was the best per- ning was the fl esh in order to become plain Peter had been redeemed. His but with the spirit of the living strength, And son to write about love and re- Word, and the and more powerful in man’s eyes, spiritually speaking, had God; not in tables of stones, but makes my way lationships. In fact, I remember Word was with sight. It was not the wisdom been opened in an understand- in fl eshy tables of the heart.” perfect. – Psalm telling God once in prayer that God, and the Word was God. of men that the Word became ing of God, and he became a We are a Living bible, living 18:32 he was making a mistake by try- The same was in the begin- fl esh, but this was God’s way. new creature in Christ Jesus. epistles, walking and living by A few weeks ing to use me since I’d had so ning with God. All things were God’s Word was in the begin- God puts His spirit within us. the Word of God in our hearts. ago, I celebrated my 15th year many failures with my personal, made by him; and without him ning, but it never became fl esh Ezekiel prophesied in Eze- I thank God. It is not just writ- teaching English at Tarrant romantic relationships. I wanted was not any thing made that until Christ. The Word becom- kiel 11:19-20, “And I will give ten with ink, but with the Spirit County College. Now I can to wait until I was through with was made. In him was life; and ing fl esh means that God trans- them one heart, and I will put of the Living God in our hearts. chuckle when I remember how my emotional roller coaster be- the life was the light of men. lated the Bible. We call the a new spirit within you; and I I am reminded of Job. The nervous I was when I fi rst start- fore I started writing anything And the light shineth in dark- Bible the Word, and we learn will take the stony heart out of Book of Job tells of when Sa- ed teaching. I loved writing but about relationships. ness; and the darkness compre- from the Bible how God wants their fl esh, and will give them tan went before God with the wasn’t sure how to get others to But looking back, I see how hended it not. There was a man us to live and how to be like an heart of fl esh: that they may sons of men. Have you read the love it too. Part of my teaching God used what I considered my sent from God, whose name Him. So the Word becoming walk in my statutes, and keep question that God asked Satan? strategy was to get my students imperfections to “perfect” my was John. The same came for fl esh means that God brought mine ordinances, and do them: Job 1:8 tells us, “And the Lord to love English as much as I do. walk with him. The process of a witness, to bear witness of it to life. and they shall be my people, said unto Satan, hast thou con- One student, in particular, told stepping out in faith and obedi- the Light, that all men through The Apostle Paul helped and I will be their God.” sidered My servant Job, that me about her diffi culty in get- ence has changed my life. him might believe. He was not to explain this in Colossians Thank God, He puts His there is none like him in the ting started writing a paper. She Seeing my book Love Hang- that Light, but was sent to bear 1:12-13, which reads: “Giving Word in us. The Word puts the earth, a perfect and an upright didn’t want to write anything over doing so well was wonder- witness of that Light. That was thanks unto the Father, which fl esh and blood in our hearts man, one that feareth God, and wrong and wanted it to be right ful and a confi rmation that God the true Light, which lighteth hath made us meet to be par- and in our lives so that we shun evil?” Perfect and upright the fi rst time. I chuckled when I was pleased with my efforts. In every man that cometh into takers of the inheritance of the can prove to the world that the denotes that Job’s integrity and heard her say this because she re- fact, even though the book was the world. He was in the world, saints in light: Who hath de- Word of God is true and so that way of life corresponded to minded me of myself and others published in 2003, I still get and the world was made by livered us from the power of we can live the Word of God. God’s expectations, not that he who struggle with perfectionism. emails and social media messag- him, and the world knew him darkness, and hath translated We have a lot of negative was sinless. Because we want everything es from people about how that not. He came unto his own, us into the kingdom of his dear thinkers and negative people Next week, Part II, Be sub- to be “perfect” the fi rst time and book has impact their lives. and his own received him not. Son.” in the world who want to be- missive and keep growing. hate having to redo anything, we However, my biggest success But as many as received him, We are in the kingdom of His little the power of God and the Rev. Simeon R. Green III is appear to be slow getting started. is in knowing that as I worked to them gave he power to be- dear Son. We are in the church, Word of God. They actually pastor of Joynes Road Church In some instances, if it appears out my own “issues” while writ- come the sons of God, even to and we have been translated by tell you that you cannot live by of God, 31 Joynes Road, too diffi cult, we never start at all, ing the book, what God really them that believe on his name: the Word of God. The Word the Word of God; on the con- Hampton VA 23669. He is a and just move onto something wanted to happen did. He didn’t Which were born, not of blood, of God became fl esh in our trary, you can live by the Word member of the National Asso- else. want or expect me to be “per- nor of the will of the fl esh, nor own lives. Peter talked about of God. In 2 Corinthians 3:2-3, ciation of Evangelism Church I told her that she’d have to let fect” when I started. He wanted of the will of man, but of God. himself being translated in a Paul wrote to the church, say- of God, Anderson, Ind. go of some of those perfection- me to learn that getting “perfect” istic ways if she wanted to be a results is an admirable goal, but successful writer. The key was to the most important thing is us just start writing something and successfully completing the pro- Moving the Masses Toward the Mission of the Master not to judge herself so harshly cess that perfects us. because she had a hard time get- Shewanda Riley is a Fort ting started. Because writing is Worth, Texas based author of a process, the results would not “Love Hangover: Moving from only be the fi nished product, it Pain to Purpose After a Rela- would also be going through the tionship Ends” and “Writing to process. the Beat of God’s Heart: A Book Like my student told me that of Prayers for Writers.” Email she just didn’t feel like she was preservedbypurpose@gmail. really ready or prepared to write, com or follow her on Twitter @ 1750 I’d told God the same thing…and shewanda. SUNDAY Worship Services www.nhcms.org 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 8:45 a.m. New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church MONDAY Intercessory Prayer 9:00 a.m. Pastor, Dr. F. R. Lenoir WEDNESDAY Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. Live Radio Broadcast Classes: Children • Youth • Adult - 7:00p.m. WOAD AM 1300 - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Michael T. Williams Pastor

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12 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com Why are we Passing of Juanita Abernathy excluded? inspires gratitude and inspiration By E. Faye Williams Trice Edney Newswire By Marc H. Morial when Rosa Parks was arrested, ness education from Tennessee Many years ago I moved to the Dis- Trice Edney Newswire sparking the 381-day Montgomery State University in Nashville and trict of Columbia and became aware that “I started when Bus Boycott. In addition to typing married Rev. Abernathy in 1952. people in D.C. were not accorded voting there were no cam- up fl yers, she organized a transit In 1961, the family left Mont- representation in the House or Senate. I eras and no news- plan to get people to work without gomery for Atlanta, where she wondered how this could be when we’re papers writing nice patronizing the buses, arranging worked to integrate the public American citizens. The right to repre- things about you, intricate car pools using extra cars schools and fought for the creation sentation is sacred. I asked a lot of ques- instead they were lent by a local funeral home. of the Food Stamp program and a tion about our being denied to have representation. The writing all sorts of A few weeks after the U.S. Su- National Free Meal Program for most popular response was simply that we wouldn’t get ugly things. But we kept going. It preme Court ruled, in Browder v. public school children. statehood until a black person (meaning Marion Barry) wasn’t about us. It wasn’t about Gayle, that bus segregation was She stepped back from the Civil was no longer at the head of our city and we were no me. It has always been about right unconstitutional, a pregnant Mrs. Rights Movement following the longer a predominantly black city. and righteousness. Justice and Abernathy was at home with her assassination of Dr. King, and be- Well, those two requirements have been fulfi lled. and equality. Not just for me and my toddler daughter. Her husband was came a successful saleswoman for we’re still not recognized as a state. I wonder what the family, but for all of God’s chil- away with Dr. King, organizing the Mary Kay cosmetics company, holdup is. There seems to be a problem about being a dren.” – Juanita Jones Abernathy the Southern Christian Leadership eventually rising to national sales majority Democratic city. Republicans didn’t want to In this digital age, we can orga- Abernathy Conference. director and proudly piloting a allow the Democrats to get two more Democratic Sena- nize a protest march, urge a boy- Ku Klux Klan members, en- series of pink Cadillacs, the com- tors who would most likely vote in favor of statehood cott or raise awareness about social away last week, was not only a raged by the desegregation ruling, pany’s signature high-sales award. for Washington, D.C. I am mindful that we couldn’t get issues with a click of a mouse. stalwart of the 20th Century Civ- fi rebombed her house and First Her activism continued, how- the bill passed under either Republican or Democratic In the dark and dangerous days il Rights Movement, she was a Baptist Church, where Ralph Ab- ever, as she traveled the world on leaders. What’s next? of Jim Crow, half a century ago, champion for marginalized people, ernathy served as pastor. peace missions, risking her life in On Sept. 19, the Congressional Committee on Over- civil rights activism was more la- a brilliant businesswoman and a She and her daughter escaped Northern Ireland in 1972. sight and Reform held a historic hearing on D.C. state- bor intensive. And nothing embod- dedicated community servant. the house unharmed. The church She fi ttingly occupied a place of hood, – H.R. 51, the Washington, D.C. Admission Act. ies the boots-on-the-ground labor Her husband, Ralph Abernathy, was destroyed. The white suprem- honor at President Barack Obama’s This is the fi rst vote taken on statehood in over 25 years. that was involved more than the who died in 1990, was known as acist terrorists who confessed to inauguration in 2009. H.R. 51 has Democratic leadership support with 220 image of Juanita Jones Abernathy, Martin Luther King Jr.’s close the bombings were acquitted by an Mrs. Abernathy’s passing touch- co-sponsors. That’s still not a majority of the House, not pounding away at her typewriter, friend and collaborator. She, like all-white jury. es me personally, as she was a even a majority of the Democrats. creating fl iers for the Montgomery most of the women of the Civil Her grace, determination and contemporary of my parents – also From the beginning, many members of Congress op- Bus Boycott. Rights Movement didn’t receive bravery in the face of life-threat- NAACP members during those posed D.C. having statehood. Some directly, others indi- “She said that if she typed with a their due recognition at the time, as ening danger remain overwhelm- turbulent years, and who also rectly, said that D.C. was incapable of governing itself. heavy hand, she could make seven Mrs. Abernathy would be the fi rst ingly inspirational. faced death threats as a result of Congress decided to treat us like slaves. copies at once,” her son Kwame to tell you. Mrs. Abernathy was the young- their work. She, like they, have In the 1870’s a senator from Alabama said that it Abernathy told the New York “The men ran the movement, est of eight children born into a my eternal gratitude and continue had been done (stripping D.C. of our local governance Times. but we were the actual bodies that farming family designated by Tus- to inspire not just myself but ev- rights) “to burn down the barn to get rid of the rats – And the image of the Aberna- made it happen,” she once told an keegee Institute as the most suc- eryone in the Urban League Move- the rats being us and the barn being the government of thys’ fi rebombed home illustrates interviewer. cessful black farmers in the Black ment. the District of Columbia.” About 100 years later, D.C. the danger of such work. Mrs. Abernathy worked in the Belt in the 1940s. She earned a Marc Morial is president/CEO was more than 70 percent black. Rep. John Rarick from Juanita Abernathy, who passed Alabama chapter of the NAACP bachelor of science degree in busi- of the National Urban League. Louisiana said that D.C. was a “sinkhole, rat infested, the laughing stock of the free and Communist world.” He wasn’t fi nished. He said that allowing the District to govern itself could result in a Black Muslim “takeover” of the capital…. Can America break its gun addiction? It seems that we have much of the same rhetoric to- day, but here’s what witnesses had to say at the recent By Julianne Malveaux In addition, it would discon- movement to limit the carrying If more retailers follow hearing: NNPA News Wire Columnist Eleanor Holmes Norton said, “There’s no doubt that tinue selling handgun ammunition of guns, even as citizens push for Walmart, and if churches and the Washington, D.C. Admission Act is constitutional After mass shoot- and ammunition that can be used legislative reforms at the state and universities and concert halls and and the state would meet all of its fi nancial, economic ings in Southaven, in large-capacity clips on assault- national level. movie theaters act to ban weapons and other obligations. The 700,000 Americans living Mississippi, Day- style weapons. This was no small In many states, like Texas, open from their premises, a movement in the District of Columbia would be made whole. The ton, Ohio, and step. The NRA and other gun lob- carry is legal in churches. Church- for common sense gun regulation next step is to mark up H.R. 51 and move it to the House Midland, El Paso bies immediately called on mem- es across the country should fol- can continue to build. fl o o r . ” and Odessa, Texas, bers to boycott Walmart. Walmart low Walmart’s lead and post signs When Dr. Martin Luther King “D.C. residents are American citizens. They fi ght public demand for itself projected that it would lose banning the carrying of guns – Jr. called America the “most vio- honorably to protect our nation…. They pay taxes. Not sensible gun reform once more about half of its ammunition sales open or concealed – on church lent nation on earth,” he was wide- many people know this, but D.C. pays more in total fed- soared. And once more, Republi- with this decision and also called property. On university campuses, ly condemned, but he was right. eral taxes than 22 states. It pays more per capita than any can politicians, led by President on the federal government to act to states’ laws vary dramatically, but No other nation suffers the level state in the nation. D.C. residents have all the respon- Donald Trump, were intimidated “strengthen background checks” most allow institutions to limit of gun violence that we endure. sibilities of citizenship, but they have no congressional into inaction by the gun lobby, led and to consider “reauthorization open or concealed carry. Students No other nation fi ghts in as many voting rights and only limited self-government,” said by the National Rifl e Association. of the Assault Weapons ban.” across the country should ensure wars on as many continents as we Rep. Elijah E. Cummings. Remarkably, it was America’s Walmart’s action moved other that their university has acted to do. Other nations savaged by civil “Finally, there’s but one conclusion – that D.C. mili- largest retailer – Walmart – that retailers to act, as Kroger, the na- limit guns to the extent the laws al- war or outside invasion may suffer tary veterans have a fundamental right and earned bene- exhibited the courage politicians tion’s largest grocery chain, CVS, low. At athletic events, again laws greater casualties in a confl ict, but fi t to have a voice in the election of those representatives lacked. It was in a Walmart store Walgreens and Wegmans also an- vary. Generally, it is illegal to car- we have made violence – and vic- who make our laws. Congress must now do the only in El Paso where a gunman armed nounced bans on open carry. (Oth- ry guns into professional athletic tims of violence – routine. right thing and stand up for our D.C. military veterans with an assault-style rifl e, roused er chains like Target, Starbucks events from the NFL to the MLB. King argued that we have a who have stood up for you,” said Kerwin E. Miller a by the hate-fi lled rhetoric about a and Chipotle have had policies Most states also ban guns from choice in the end between nonvio- D.C. retired Naval Reserve commander. Latino “invasion” of our country, against open carry for years). high school or interscholastic lence and nonexistence. The only There are plans to mark up the bill in the coming shot 48 people, killing 22. Walmart The laws on open carry and sporting events. But at a college hope for sensible gun regulation is months. You can help by ensuring that your member of CEO Doug McMillon, a lifelong concealed carry of handguns vary level, laws vary. In many states, to challenge the corruption repre- Congress is voting “Yes” on HR. 51. hunter, realized that they had to from state to state, but open carry concealed carry is legal unless sented by the NRA by nonviolent Dr. E. Faye Williams is national president of the Na- take action to protect workers and is legal in most states, often with- the university posts signs banning demonstrations and action, enlist- tional Congress of Black Women and host of “Wake Up customers in their stores. Walmart out any requirement for a permit. guns. Surely every campus should ing the overwhelming majority and Stay Woke” on WPFW-FM 89.3 announced that it would ban open Walmart’s example should act to keep guns out of the stands of Americans in a movement for carry of guns in its stores. now lead to a broader nonviolent at athletic events. change. Workers are asking, whose side are you on? By Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. education. Marriott hotels were hit people. benefi ts – into permanent work- state legislators were forced to money. They are driving the de- Founder and President of with the largest hotel strike in U.S. Even now, wages have fi nally ers with pensions, health care and respond by increasing spending, mand for change. Smart business Rainbow PUSH Coalition history, a walkout of 6,000 hotel begun to rise, but still are not vacations. although not to the levels sought leaders are waking up to the fact More than workers in four states. catching up to soaring costs in ba- The strike wave last year was by the striking teachers. that they are losing the support of 2,200 nurses at The Bureau of Labor Statistics sics like health care and education. led by teachers in deep red states. The wave of strikes is increas- Americans, particularly the young. the University of reports that a soaring number of Just 22 percent of workers have a In each state, Republican legis- ingly propelled by younger work- The Business Roundtable, a Chicago Medi- workers went on strike or stopped pension plan of any kind at work. latures had slashed spending on ers. Fight for $15, the movement gathering of some of the most cal Center went work in 2018 – 485,000 – the Forty percent of Americans say education during the Great Reces- to raise the minimum wage to $15 powerful CEOs in the country, out on strike last most since 1986. The rising num- they would be forced to borrow sion and cut taxes on the wealthy. an hour, was led by young workers recently called on corporations to week, but they are ber of strikes refl ect the reality of or sell something to cover a $400 When the economy turned around, in fast-food restaurants and other move beyond a single focus on not alone. American workers are Trump’s economy: Despite all emergency. they didn’t restore the spending service industries. “shareholder value,” but also in- waking up and walking out. On his boasting about the “economic The GM strike comes after cuts. Young people, often burdened vest in their workers, protect the Sept. 15, 46,000 hourly General miracle,” most workers aren’t ex- workers sacrifi ced big-time to help Teachers sick of futile nego- with college debt, entering work- environment and deal ethically Motors’ United Auto Workers periencing it. GM out of bankruptcy during the tiations with local school boards places characterized by wages and with suppliers and customers. employees went on strike, the fi rst Trump’s tax scam went largely Great Recession. Now GM’s prof- walked off the job and took their benefi ts that don’t keep up with Whether this is anything beyond a time in 12 years. Striking Brit- to the rich and the corporations. its are up, CEO bonuses are up, case directly to the legislatures. costs, are particularly aware of public relations gambit remains to ish Airway pilots grounded 1,700 Corporate promises of wage and but workers who shared the pain They demanded not only higher how the economy has been rigged be seen, but the fact that the CEOs planes. In Republican states like investment hikes were largely dis- haven’t shared in the gain. salaries, but in many cases, small- against them. Large majorities thought it necessary to publicly re- Oklahoma and West Virginia, carded, with CEOs using the tax They are striking for decency, er classes and greater spending on think CEOs are greedy and irre- lease that statement likely suggests teachers shut down schools to de- breaks mostly to buy back stocks. for higher wages, for strong health their students. They got massive sponsible. Large majorities think that they know they have gone too mand that state legislatures reverse Gilded age inequality is combined care plans, for turning more tem- support from parents and the com- politicians have been corrupted far. These stirrings are beginning the deep cuts exacted from public with rising insecurity for working porary workers – who get no munity. In each case, right-wing by entrenched interests and big to be refl ected in our politics.

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www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 13 Continental New health study validates sponsors health and wellness popular diet app’s cash program to JPS payout paradigm

The Mississippi Link Newswire elementary According to new study fi ndings published by JAMA Internal Medicine, behavioral eco- nomics-based gamifi cation led to “signifi cant- schools ly” increased physical activity among over- weight and obese Americans. In this particular The Mississippi Link Newswire study, pairing a step tracking device with social incentives led to sustained, long-term behavior The Partnership for a Healthy Mississippi imple- change – prompting participants to take more mented their Just Have a Ball® program September steps then with a step tracking device, alone. 18, at GN Smith Elementary School and September While the report explains that “gamifi cation, 20 at Bates Elementary School. The purpose of the the use of game design elements in nongame Just Have a Ball® program is to educate elementary contexts, is increasingly being used in work- school children on the advantages of play as a way to place wellness programs and digital health ap- be physically active. plications,” it further underscores that “the best The Partnership for a Healthy Mississippi’s Health way to design social incentives in gamifi cation and Wellness staff, as well as volunteers from the interventions has not been well examined,” audience, demonstrated several movements with a which is what makes this study particularly playground ball for the children. The most exciting noteworthy. It determined that “gamifi cation part of the assembly for the students is when they interventions signifi cantly increased physical received a playground ball to take home. Approxi- activity during the 24-week intervention,” with mately 300 balls were given away last week. competition being the “most effective.” This program for Jackson Public Schools was That’s something the founders of Healthy- than doubles their investment if they are suc- those who don’t hit their goal. funded through a sponsorship from Continental. The Wage – the world’s leading purveyor of fi - cessful at achieving their goal. The fi nancial Upholding the new fi ndings while also fur- Partnership for a Healthy Mississippi’s Just Have a nancially-induced wellness contests for indi- upside potential is impressive.” ther validating HealthyWage’s well-honed ap- Ball® program will be implemented in elementary viduals and corporate/team-based weight loss “Loss Aversion is a powerful dynamic and proach, an additional study published in the schools throughout JPS. This sponsorship will give challenges – has seen play out since launching the reality of having ‘skin in the game’ can journal Social Science and Medicine continue over 700 school children a playground ball to pro- its weight-loss gamifi cation platform in 2009. propel the results of a gamifi ed weight loss to prove that money is an effective motivator mote active living. “This collaboration with Con- HealthyWage is, in fact, founded on earlier initiative,” notes Roddenberry. “Indeed, a key to “increase both the magnitude and duration tinental is one that will allow us to reach children substantive research and “double-incentiviza- element for the success of a gamifi cation pro- of weight loss.” The same hold true in business throughout the Jackson Public School system.” tion” methodology that proves competition and gram is giving participants something to lose for staff wellness initiatives. Results from one We are very honored that Continental has chosen to rewards – especially the cash variety – can as if they fail to meet their goal – whether tan- study published in the Annals of Internal Medi- sponsor the Just Have a Ball® program,” said Sandra much as triple the effectiveness of weight loss gible or intangible. In this particular study, it cine indicated that “Loss Incentive’ Motivates Shelton, executive director of the Partnership. “Hav- programs. was just points at stake but even this effected Employees to Take More Steps,” fi nding that ing a regionally-recognized, well-respected brand As case-in-point, view a few notable behavior change. There are actually throngs fi nancial incentives framed as a loss were most sponsor the Just Have a Ball program allows us to HealthyWager success stories (both female and of studies demonstrated that the threat of los- effective for achieving physical activity goals. continue to implement Just Have a Ball across the male) here, including Tessa Easterling who lost ing something of value is much more effective As a prolifi c corporate and group well- state and positively affect the health of our children.” 87 lbs. and won a whopping $5,610 for her ef- than the opportunity to win something of equal ness purveyor, since 2009, HealthyWage has “The Just Have a Ball® program educates and en- forts; and Cody Smith who lost 75 lbs. and won value. That’s precisely why we advocate that worked with an array of hi-caliber participants ergizes the youth about healthy living,” said Michael $2,040 for his own slimdown success. Further program participants ‘pay to play’ and make an on workplace and staff wellness initiatives, Egner, Clinton plant manager. “It encourages them exemplifying the power and effi cacy of its of- investment out of their own pocket in order to including Old Dominion Freight, ConocoPhil- to become more active in a way that is fun and leads ferings, HealthyWage recently revealed no- win rewards – in our case large cash prizes – lips, and more than 25% of the largest school to a lifetime of healthier choices. We are proud to be table milestones that included the company’s for losing weight and getting more active in the districts in the country. HealthyWage has, in a part of this exciting program.” membership in 2018 base grew more than a program.” fact, formally created competitive, cash-fueled Two young philanthropists, Wilson and Hartwell staggering 300% over the year prior, with more HealthyWage programs apply these prin- programs for more than 700 Fortune 500 and Furr of Jackson, started the Just Have a Ball® pro- than 900,000 current program participants (ap- ciples: other public and private companies, hospitals, gram. The program was a huge success in the early proximately 20% business/corporate and 80% 1. HealthyWager Challenge: participants health systems, insurers, school systems, mu- years and grew to be so demanding that the Furrs individual participants). commit to a weight loss goal and an upfront nicipal governments and other organizations decided to turn the program over to the Partnership “Beyond the new fi ndings reported this fi nancial payment and get their money back throughout the U.S., and their program has to run the day-to-day operations. The program con- month, other studies show that monetary in- plus a fi nancial return if they accomplish their been more informally run at more than 3,000 tinues to fl ourish and has been expanded into other centives serve to enhance the effectiveness of, weight loss goal. The average participant loses companies and organizations seeking to bolster areas of childhood obesity prevention under the di- and duly complement, weight-loss programs 40.7 pounds and gets paid $1,245. staff health and well-being and boost bottom rection of the Partnership. of any and all sorts, especially when paid 2. HealthyWage Step Challenge: participants lines in kind. To date, the program has distributed more than out quickly like our various programs,” said commit money and agree to increase their steps Those interested in learning more may do so 32,000 balls to children across the State of Missis- HealthyWage co-founder David Roddenberry. by 25% over 60-days. If they achieve their goal online at www.HealthyWage.com sippi. “The average HealthyWager participant more they get their money back plus the money from Depression and poor health for African Americans

By Glenn Ellis you can take to reduce your Sadly, like most other things in chronically precarious and have repeatedly made failed ef- and productive lives. TriceEdneyWire.com symptoms and return to the in this country, “when America diffi cult environments. These forts to quit smoking, or to try We are dying needlessly and Are you, healthy and happy life you de- gets a cold, black people get environments produce stress- to eat healthier. The answer it doesn’t have to be. Reach like millions serve. pneumonia.” ful living conditions, and often could lie in addressing linger- out and ask for the help you of Americans, Many of us are struggling to Its no secret that as a result the most easily accessible op- ing mental/behavioral health deserve. Always keep in mind, in a rut of be- make ends meet and feel that of 400 years of enslavement, tions for addressing stress are issues. “you’re only as sick as your se- ing unhealthy, the stress of it all leads us to de- racism, discrimination, mar- the various unhealthy behaviors I know it sounds easier said crets.” rundown, over- pression and anxiety. ginalization, abuse and exclu- mentioned earlier. than done. Remember, I’m not a doctor. weight, unmoti- Actually, studies are fi nding sion, PTSD is rampant in Black Historical adversity, which For many of us, stigma and I just sound like one. Take good vated, and can’t seem to break that poor mental health leads to America. includes slavery, sharecropping judgment prevents us from care of yourself and live the the cycle? It could be depres- unhealthy behaviors in low-in- Make no mistake, it crosses and race-based exclusion from seeking treatment for mental ill- best life possible! sion. come adults – not the other way the socio-economic classes for health, educational, social and nesses. It is commonly felt that The information included in Depression is a serious men- around. One study in particular, us. As a result, poor health out- economic resources, translates many black/African Americans this column is for educational tal health condition which from the Centers for Behavioral comes associated with posttrau- into socioeconomic disparities believe that mild depression or purposes only. It is not intended causes extreme sadness and can and Preventive Medicine at The matic stress disorder (PTSD) experienced by African Ameri- anxiety would be considered nor implied to be a substitute have a negative effect on your Miriam Hospital, found that refl ects our engagement in un- cans today. “crazy” in their social circles. for professional medical ad- motivation, behavior, health binge drinking, smoking and il- healthy behaviors that increase Despite progress made over Furthermore, many of us be- vice. The reader should always and quality of life. It is an ill- legal drug use may be used to morbidity risk and disengage- the years, racism continues to lieve that discussions about consult his or her healthcare ness and not a sign of weakness cope with depression and anxi- ment in healthy behaviors that have an impact on the mental mental illness would not be ap- provider to determine the ap- – depression can affect anybody ety. decrease morbidity risk. health of black/African Ameri- propriate even among family. propriateness of the informa- and people can experience it at We all know that any one of We must acknowledge this cans. Negative stereotypes Even getting help and pro- tion for their own situation or if any point in their lives. these bad behaviors leads to reality in order to begin to be- and attitudes of rejection have fessional support is not easy. they have any questions regard- We see it every day; in our- poor health, and in most cases come health as a collective decreased, but continue to oc- Less than 2 percent of Ameri- ing a medical condition or treat- selves; our families; in our chronic conditions such as obe- community. cur with measurable, adverse can Psychological Association ment plan. friends; and in our communi- sity, high blood pressure, dia- A study published in the consequences. Historical and members are black/African Glenn Ellis, is Research Bio- ties. More than in other popu- betes and cancer, among other May 2018 issue of Preventive contemporary instances of American. This leads some of ethics Fellow at Harvard Medi- lations, African Americans are things. Medicine shows that African negative treatment have led to us to worry that mental health cal School and author of Which plagued with the chronic condi- If we could connect the Americans and Latinos are sig- a mistrust of authorities, many care practitioners are not cul- Doctor?, and Information is the tions resulting from the effects imaginary dots, between theses nifi cantly more likely to expe- of whom are not seen as having turally competent enough to Best Medicine. Ellis is an active of chronic stress, material hard- health conditions and the be- rience serious depression than the best interests of black/Af- treat our specifi c issues. This is media contributor on Health ship, racial discrimination and haviors that contribute to them, whites. The same study also rican Americans in mind. This further compounded by the fact Equity and Medical Ethics. lack of physical activity. we would probably fi nd that found that African Americans includes our mistrust of doc- that some black/African-Amer- For more good health in- People often need profession- health-compromising behav- and Latinos were more likely tors and others who provide our ican patients have reported ex- formation listen to Glenn, on al treatment and therapy to ful- iors, including substance use, to have higher levels of chronic healthcare. periencing racism and microag- radio in Philadelphia; Bos- ly overcome their depression. unprotected sex, poor diet and stress and more unhealthy be- All of this is meant to encour- gression from therapists. But ton; Shreveport; Chicago; Los Seeking help can be daunting, insuffi cient or excessive sleep haviors. age you not to feel hopeless, if we have to be diligent in pro- Angeles; and Birmingham., or but it’s the most important step are directly linked. Most black Americans live you have a gym membership or tecting our right to live healthy visit: www.glennellis.com CLASSIFIED

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR AN INVESTMENT MANAGER SERVICES BY THE JACKSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY PROJECT NO. 8100-001-19 September 25, 2019

The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (“JMAA”) requests Proposals (“Proposal”) for a Investment Manager Services to work closely with the JMAA to achieve their investment objectives of the JMAA’s investment policy.

JMAA will receive Proposals at the offi ces of JMAA, Suite 300, Main Terminal Building, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, 100 International Drive, Jackson, Mississippi 39208, until 3:00 PM on November 1, 2019. (the “Deadline”).

JMAA will not consider any Proposals received after the Deadline for any reason whatsoever. Information for Respondents relating to this Request for Proposals (“RFP”) is on fi le and open for public inspection at the offi ces of JMAA. The Information for Respondents contains a copy of the RFP, General Office Information for Respondents, Information Required from Respondents and Criteria for Selection. Interested persons may obtain a copy of the Information for Respondents from JMAA by contacting Ms. Robin Calloway, JMAA’s Manager of Procurement, as follows:

Jackson Municipal Airport Authority 100 International Drive, Suite 300 (39208) Post Offi ce Box 98109 Jackson, Mississippi 39298-8109 Attention: Robin Calloway, Manager of Procurement Telephone No.: (601) 360-8616 Facsimile No.: (601) 939-3713 E-Mail: [email protected] Space or from JMAA’s website at https://jmaa.com/corporate/partner-with-us/ procurement/

Based on the Proposals received, JMAA will select a maximum of three (3) Respondents with whom to enter negotiations to provide the Services. JMAA will initiate negotiations with the Respondent ranked fi rst on the list. If such negotiations fail to produce an agreement in form and content, satisfactory to JMAA, within a reasonable period, then JMAA may reject the fi rst-ranked Respondent and follow the same process with the other Respondents, in the order of their ranking, until a Respondent agrees to and enters into an agreement satisfactory to JMAA.

JMAA will not hold a pre-submission conference for this project. JMAA reserves the right to reject any and all Proposals, for any reason, any time for Rent before execution of a contract with a Respondent selected by JMAA to perform the Services.

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DANCER”BYTA-NEHISI COATES C.2019, ONE WORLD $28.00 / $37.00 CANADA • 416 PAGES

By Terri Schlichenmeyer One minute, he was in the He woke up in a bed wearing about… done. His whole life Dancer”: hunched over as you woods, waiting to hear heavy Columnist carriage and the next, he and the fresh clothes that belonged to was spent as a Tasker for peo- read, to protect your heart from footsteps you know are coming. You can’t breathe. horse were struggling in the wa- his half-brother, Maynard. Hi’s ple who owned him, toiling for this story and because the an- Cue the ominous music, but There’s really no describ- ter. Oddly, though, the lack of father – the man who owned Quality folk and thinking that ticipation of what’s to come is don’t think that this is a hor- ing the panic when that hap- breath, seeing his half-brother him – was weeping because if he did the right things, he’d too much to handle if you’re ror novel. No, it’s more of an pens. Your ribs struggle to rise, fl oat away, tasting mud on the Maynard was lost, and Hi re- be rewarded with some sort of upright. escape-novel-thriller-love-sto- your chest feels like it’s being riverbanks, none of that both- alized then that whatever rela- equality or freedom or…. Using a little magic, the full ry-drama-history with a cast of stomped, you’re on fi re and ered him. He thought he saw his tionship he’d had with his white Or he’d been fooling himself. meaning of which may not be- characters that couldn’t seem your brain screams. Your arms mother dancing on the bridge, father was over. He’d never be equal to the come totally clear until nearly more real. fl ail. Your hands grasp at noth- but she was sold away years His life at the great house on Quality. He’d never love who the end of this tale, author Ta- One of them, in fact, was real ing, and then – ahhhhh, you ago; the water felt familiar but Virginia’s Lockless Plantation, he wanted to love, or know for Nehisi Coates captivates read- so look for her and don’t worry gasp. And in the new novel, everything did, all the time. over. That his father looked the certain that he’d never be sold ers with language rich and if the plot of this book doesn’t “The Water Dancer” by Ta- Hi grew up knowing he had a other way when Hiram showed Natchez-way. And that meant reminiscent of poetry or song. make sense at fi rst; it will soon Nehisi Coates, nothing’s better gift that allowed him to see his interest in Sophia, a housegirl just one thing. The beauty of those words is enough. Just settle, let the than the fi rst breath of free- ancestors and to remember ev- Hi delivered every weekend It was time to run. calming-not-calming, like ly- words wash in, and “The Water dom’s air. erything, and this drowning was to his father’s brother for rea- Hunched over. That’s what ing on a fresh-smelling, springy Dancer” will knock the breath Hiram was drowning. one of those things. sons Hi preferred not to think you’ll be with “The Water bed of moss on the edge of quiet out of you.

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18 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com News reporter to chronicle Music Line-up announced HCCSD for 1 year for 36th WellsFest Mississippi Link Newswire Free-lance journalist Casey Saturday, Sept. 28 Parks is shadowing Superinten- dent of Schools James L. Hen- derson in monthly visits dur- ing the 2019-2020 school year to learn about the district and the turnaround process of one of Mississippi’s lowest-rated school systems. Raised in a small Louisi- ana town, Parks knows fi rst- hand about rural poverty and the mixed bag of outcomes for young people educated in such an environment. Until she grad- uated from college, her family Reporter Casey Parks (right) observes Dr. Henderson’s Chat-n-Chew with Durant Elementary School staff. had never had a college gradu- ate and several family members teacher recruitment initiative, May 2020 visiting HCCSD to lished by The New Yorker, USA had been incarcerated. She said etc. She said, “Mississippi’s learn about the district and to Today, and The Oregonian. Mississippi Link Newswire she used to wonder how her late rural districts are ranked worst write about things that happen. Parks is not a stranger to Mis- Country Blues and R&B mother’s life would have been in the nation, but is that always She is also working on other sissippi; she earned a Bachelor’s The 36th WellsFest, Satur- 10:45-11:15 a.m. BALLOU different if she’d been able to true? Are there things you can stories about education and one degree in English from Millsaps day, Sept. 28, promises to live & COMPANY ON THE leave Louisiana. do to turn around a district?” on gun violence, as well as writ- College and she worked for the up to its legacy as “Jackson’s WEST STAGE The Spencer Fellowship for She wants to know what it’s like ing a non-fi ction book about a Jackson Free Press before mov- Original Music Festival,” Rock and Blues Education from Columbia Uni- to run a rural school district and small town in Louisiana. ing to Portland, Oregon and again packing the stage with 11:15-11:45 a.m. ANDER- versity will fund her year of how an F-rated district can im- Parks has a list of awards for working for The Oregonian for non-stop local musical talent SON ENSEMBLE ON THE study as she audits education prove. her journalism dating back to 12 years. She earned a Mas- from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. EAST STAGE classes and conducts research Parks said “a good story has 2006, among them the Hech- ter’s degree in journalism from “This year’s WellsFest is Traditional and Contempo- on rural school districts. Parks tension. New people coming inger Award for Education Columbia University and has one of the most musically rary Gospel Singing said she chose Holmes County into a district, such as the su- Writing, Society for Profession- worked as a free-lance writer. diverse and eclectic ever,” 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Consolidated School District af- perintendent and his team could al Journalism, Association of She’s living in New York City said Raphael Semmes, music GENA STEELE ON THE ter seeing its website and all the create tension; change can cre- Health Care Journalists and the this year. coordinator for the festival. WEST STAGE newness: new superintendent, ate tension – which makes for Oregon Newspaper Publishers More information about “From Latin rhythms to stone Solo Pop, Country and newly consolidated district, new a good story.” She will spend Association Award. Her feature- Park’s work can be found at cold blues and bluegrass to R&B credit recovery program, new some time each month through length articles have been pub- caseyparks.com. rock and roll, there will sure- 12:15-12:45 p.m. STEVE ly be music to suit your taste CHESTER ON THE EAST and perhaps expand your mu- STAGE sical palate. Perennial WellsFest Favor- “The lineup includes both ite sings blues and country familiar and brand new faces 12:45-1:15 p.m. BILL AND “Pink Sofa Series” celebrating and voices who have donated TEMPERANCE ON THE their talent and energy to WEST STAGE support this year’s benefi cia- Country, Bluegrass and Historically Black College Week ry – Extra Table and its mis- Americana (with Jeff Per- sion to feed the hungry.” kins) WellsFest is considered 1:15-2 p.m. JACKSON Mississippi Link Newswire one of Mississippi’s most GYPSIES ON THE EAST The Relevance of Histori- family-friendly events. Al- STAGE cally Black Colleges and Uni- cohol and drug free, the out- Metro’s New, Hot Latin versities consistently take cen- door festival has no admis- Pop and Gypsy Jazz Band ter stage in the arena of Higher sion charge or parking fee 2-2:45 p.m. BLUE MON- Education. Rho Lambda Ome- and includes: a 5K run and DAY BAND ON THE WEST ga Chapter of Alpha Kappa Al- walk and one-mile fun run STAGE pha Sorority, Inc. joined with at 8 a.m, a pet parade at 9:30 As Seen at Hal and Mal’s other chapters of the sorority a.m., children’s activities, with Special Guest Jewel nationwide in celebrating the non-stop music from some of Bass rich history of these institu- the best bands in Mississippi, 2:45-3:30 p.m. JASON tions during HBCU week, Sep- food, a plant sale and a silent TURNER BAND ON THE tember 15-21. auction. The event is held at EAST STAGE This week is set aside specif- Jamie Fowler Boyll Park at Award-Winning Singer- ically to celebrate the history Walters Young Doty 1200 Lakeland Drive next to Songwriter / Rockin’ Band of excellence that these insti- Smith-Wills Stadium in Jack- 3:30-4:15 p.m. RAPHAEL tutions continually produce. graduates such as Carmen The premier of the “Pink olyn Upkins, Mississippi Val- son. SEMMES JAZZ ON THE The experience of having had Walters, Xavier University and Couch Sofa Series” was held ley State University and for- Two pre-WellsFest events WEST STAGE attended an HBCU is priceless president of Tougaloo College; during the dinner hour in the mer president of Rho Lambda that also will raised funds for Quartet Plays Bebop, and has been credited with de- Jerry Young, Rust College and Renaissance Room of Johnny Omega Chapter of Alpha Kap- Extra Table were WellsFest Straight Ahead and Funk veloping and shaping the lives president of the National Bap- T’s Bistro in the Historic Far- pa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; Mela- Art Night on Tuesday, Sept. Jazz of those that attend. Graduates tist Convention; and Juanita ish Street District where mem- nie Sanders; Spelman College 24, at Duling Hall in Fon- 4:15-5 p.m. PATRICK of these universities are among Sims-Doty, Jackson State Uni- bers of the sorority and the and owner of LuxLife PR Firm. dren and the WellsFest Golf HARKINS BAND ON THE the top leaders in their respec- versity and 23rd South East- public viewed pre-fi lmed seg- The series which proved to Tournament Wednesday af- EAST STAGE tive fi elds world-wide. Lack of ern regional director of Alpha ments which were posted on be a dynamic undertaking by ternoon, Sept. 25, at Whisper Fondren Flamethrower resources has not hindered the Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. social media sites. chairpersons Shana Cox and Lake Golf Club in Madison. Rockin’ Party Band sustainable excellence in the They are among a selective Others interviewed include Melanie Sanders can be found 2019 WellsFest Music To volunteer, donate or accomplishments of these in- few who were invited to sit Kimberly Smith Russ, Alcorn on the chapter’s You Tube chan- Schedule learn more about WellsFest, stitutions. on RLO’s “Pink Sofa.” They State University and president nel: RLOAKA 1908 (https:// 10-10:15 a.m. BOB GATES please call 601353-0658 or With events scheduled shared their HBCU experi- of the Rho Lambda Omega www.youtube.com/channel/ ON THE WEST STAGE visit www.wellsfest.org. through-out the week, Rho ence, why they support and Chapter of Alpha Kappa Al- UC_5remvrefkKO1rsKYYK_ Traditional WellsFest To learn more about the Lambda Omega Chapter in- always recommend HBCUs to pha Sorority, Inc.; Ryshonda Xw) where the chapter will Opener effi cient and effective way troduced it’s “Pink Couch this generation of high school Harper-Beecham, Jackson also post other media related 10:15-10:45 a.m. MAHLON Extra Table works to feed the Sofa Series” where some of students and others who are State University and mayor of information of interest to the MCADAMS ON THE EAST hungry, call 601 264-0672 or Mississippi’s notable HBCU considering college. 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The Mississippi Link Newswire During the 2019 MDA Fill the Boot campaign, the dedi- cated members of the Jack- son Fire Department took to the streets or store fronts and continued a 65-year tradition of giving strength to the MDA community. have once again gone above and beyond for MDA’s fami- lies during this year’s Fill the Boot campaign,” said Ellie Denman, MDA development director. “We are so grateful for their dedication and for the generosity of those in the Jackson community who have helped to raise critical funds to help transform the lives of kids and adults with muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases. In addition to Fill the Boot tions from year-round local events, including the Back- draft Classic Golf Tournament help support MDA’s efforts to raise awareness and provide professional and public educa- tion about neuromuscular dis- eases. Funds raised through Jack- son Fill the Boot events help MDA save lives and lift those care for the neuromuscular such as state-of-the-art sup- They also help send more no cost to their families. the U.S. with Pompe disease up in need, by providing the community. port groups and Care Centers, than 50 local kids to “the best Today the IAFF/MDA part- or Spinal Muscular Atrophy MDA with vital resources to Contributions have helped including the MDA Care Cen- week of the year” at MDA (SMA), so that they can be im- advance their mission of driv- fund groundbreaking research ter at University of Mississippi summer camp at Camp Starlite to save lives by working to mediately eligible for lifesav- ing innovations in science and and life-enhancing programs Medical Center in Jackson. and Camp Widgiwagon – all at expand newborn screenings in ing and life changing therapies.

The Mississippi Link Newswire Several individuals renewed their membership or joined the almost ninety that were present tan Retired Education Personnel Association (JMREPA) meeting of the fall semester held Sep- tember 17 at the Golden Key Community Center located in Jackson. According to treasurer Frank Yates, a total of 40 mem- bers paid dues for the new year. Using the theme, “Jump Start- ing Our New Year,” members met with mixed emotions. The ambiance was reminiscent of the organization’s late president Gwendolyn Bishop Chambliss, who died just four weeks earlier. Chambliss’ tenure as president began in 2017. Under her lead- ership, membership grew at an unprecedented rate and for the award four $1,000.00 scholar- ships to college freshmen, com- mitted to careers in education. and personality of Chambliss. The 2019-2020 yearbook dis- tributed at the meeting was ded- icated to the memory of Cham- bliss and JMREPA secretary Garnette Galloway, who also died earlier this year. Friendly’, shared an inspiration- al message which challenged educators to continue impacting the lives of youth and others in and violence and in need of so much love and care. lishment of the Gwendolyn B. Jackson State University stu- made through the Jackson State The next meeting of JMREPA Jackson, MS. The organization The scholarship committee Chambliss Endowed Scholar- dents studying communicative University Development Foun- is scheduled for October 22, 2 welcomes retired education per- reminded members of the estab- ship Fund established to support disorders. Contributions may be dation at JSU. p.m., at 3450 Albermarle Road, sonnel from all levels. 20 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 2, 2019 www.mississippilink.com Hinds County School District Weekly Update ENGAGING-EMPOWERING-ENSURING-EXCELLENCE Hinds County School District's tenth annual Teen Summit The summit was hosted by the HCSD Dropout Prevention Team in collaboration with BankPlus-Jackson, United Way-Jackson Area, Star Services, Inc., and Dollar Tree-Byram. The theme for this year’s summit was “Acting for Impact – 212 the Extra Degree.”

Teen Summit Highlights

Pam Confer, motivational speaker, jazz artist and author of the song, "Mississippi Superintendent Delesicia Martin welcomed and spoke to teens about the importance of Pam Confer and students perform the song "Mississippi Beautiful" talked with students about “Go graduation. Beautiful" Get Your Confdence”

Hinds Community College Raymond Campus Holmes Community College United Way of the Capital Area

United States Census Bureau 2020 JSU National Alumni Association Byram-Terry Chapter Jobs for Mississippi grads

Hinds Community College Utica Campus Lincoln Tech – Nashville Auto Diesel College RHS students sign the banner pledging to graduate.

Daniela Griffn, assistant director and college counselor with Get2college Jackson Hinds Comprehensive Health Center addressed students on How to Plan, Prepare and Pay for College. Seniors from THS

Demarco Fomby, motivational speaker talked with students Army National Guard about Leadership, Moving from Impact to Infuence. THS students sign the banner pledging to graduate.