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Vol. 22, No. 20 March 10 - 16, 2016 50¢ Senate Clinton wins by votes for ‘Bring it down!’ losing; Trump airport Moore, supporters seek removal of state flag scores 3 big wins takeover By Calvin Woodward Associated Press Opponents aren’t WASHINGTON – Donald Trump is spoiling for the backing down big fight ahead, especially in Florida, now that he’s fresh off victories in the industrial Midwest, the South By Stephanie R. Jones and Hawaii. Contributing Writer Hillary Clinton has pushed over the halfway mark Phase One of an attempted in delegates needed for the Democratic presidential takeover of the Medgar Wiley nomination, showing she can win even by losing. Evers-Jackson International Air- A late-night cliffhanger in Michigan ended in Ber- port has succeeded. The Missis- nie Sanders’ favor, giving him bragging rights to a sippi Senate voted 29-18 to ap- big race Clinton was expected to win. She progressed prove Senate Bill 2162, despite regardless, thanks to an earlier victory in Mississippi vehement objections from Jack- on Tuesday night and a close split of delegates shared son and state officials. with Sanders in Michigan. The bill filed by Sen. Josh Har- Trump took Mississippi, Michigan and Hawaii kins, R-Flowood would create a while yielding to Cruz in Idaho. nine-member regional commit- Florida and Ohio are coming up next Tuesday, and tee to oversee the airport, which they are crucial for Republicans. Harkins himself admits is run- The Republican contests will be winner-take-all for ning just fine as it. Jackson owns the first time. Trump is itching to take out Florida Sen. the land but Harkins and other Republicans want a say in gover- Election nance. Continued on page 2 Democratic senators, namely Carlos Moore, (at podium) addresses the crowd during the rally. With him are Rep. Justin Bamberg - S.C., (from left), John Horhn, David Blount and Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber, Pastor Jamal Bryant and Attorney J. Wyndal Gordon. PHOTO BY JAY JOHNSON Sollie B. Norwood, spoke against the measure, which now moves to By Shanderia K. Posey the House of Representatives. Editor Mayors rally “The bill sponsored by Rankin Carlos Moore, a Grenada attorney who filed a feder- County Senators to take the Jack- al lawsuit Feb. 29, against Gov. Phil Bryant to remove son airport is a blatant attempt to at Tougaloo to the Confederate emblem of the state flag, was joined take property that was bought and by about 300 supporters Tuesday at the state Capitol built under the law,” said Blount. for a change-the-flag rally. “The bill is not in the best inter- support Hillary Notable individuals on hand to lend their support est of the airport, the people who were South Carolina Rep. Justin Bamberg, Pastor Ja- use it, and the long-term growth By Chinyere Lavina Brown mal Bryant of Empowerment Temple in Baltimore, of the metro area. The Jackson Special to The Mississippi Link Md., Attorney J. Wyndal Gordon also of Baltimore, delegation is united in opposition Md., Vicki Slater, former Mississippi governor candi- The outcome of the Mississippi primaries shows to this bill and we will use every date; and Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber. that rallies like the one on March 3, at Tougaloo Col- means at our disposal to fight it.” At various times during the rally, Yarber, Moore, lege were successful. Mayor Tony Yarber said city Rally participants display anti-Confederate flag poster and Pastor Bryant led the crowd in chants to “bring The Hillary for Mississippi supporters and volun- officials are dismayed and- dis during the event. PHOTO BY JAY JOHNSON it down!” teers joined mayors from across the state at the his- heartened by the “blatant abuse of “For 151 years since the Civil War ended, Mississip- Mississippi is the only state that continues to incor- toric Woolworth Chapel on campus to launch its final power that some legislators have pi has not seen the light,” Moore said as he addressed porate the Confederate emblem as part of its state flag. stretch before the March 8 primaries to “Get Out The taken in an attempt to strip away the crowd. He described the flag as treacherous and Moore revealed that Judge Carlton Reeves is the jus- Vote” in Mississippi. power that rests within the hands a relic of slavery. “Enough is enough is enough,” he tice who will make the decision in his lawsuit against The Hillary for America campaign stop at Touga- of our citizens who made the sac- said. Bryant. Reeves is a graduate of Jackson State Univer- loo College hosted mayors from across the state who rifice of investment in our munic- Though Moore has not heard directly from Bryant sity and was appointed by President Barack Obama in came to show publicaly their endorsement of the can- ipal airports over 60 years ago.” regarding the lawsuit, he is aware of the governor’s 2010. didate. They were introduced by Gloria Williams of He added, “Sadly, we are once comments to media alleging that only the state Legis- In his comments, Gordon talked about the concerns the Hillary Finance Team. again reminded of the divisive lature can change or remove the flag. his parents and family had about him coming to Mis- Williams proudly pointed to her lapel pen announc- abuse of power by some elected “I heard that and that’s a bold-faced lie,” Moore sissippi on Tuesday, but he came anyway. “For many ing “I am a Hill Starter” as she announced that 54 may- officials who would deprive Jack- said. He then pointed to the flag flying at the Capitol. the Confederate battle emblem represents pure anath- ors in Mississippi had endorsed Clinton for President. son of such rights. We will con- “You see the flags are flying at half-staff. He (the gov- ema. It’s extremely divisive and serves as a constant Students and community residents joined the cam- tinue to work with our state rep- ernor) ordered the flags to fly at half-staff in memory reminder of this country’s permanently stained history resentatives to ensure that what is of Nancy Reagan. The governor is over the flag. He Tougaloo best for the city of Jackson is the can order it taken down at any point. He’s the chief Continued on page 2 focus and remains at the forefront Flag executive of this state.” of the conversation.” Continued on page 3 City Council President Melvin Priester Jr. posted comments on his Facebook page regarding the matter. Read his comments be- Education career low: Black businesses attend expo “The “hostile” takeover is a By Diamond Williams was the right move fight over money; more specifi- sine and Catering and Catering by Mississippi Link Intern cally, this is a money fight over Andrew. The second Annual IMS/Trensek Some first-time and several re- By Judy Willis the development of land. For Special to The Mississippi Link years, Jackson and the Airport Black Business Expo on March 5, turning vendors not only marketed WOMEN’S Authority have owned land that was filled wall to wall with black- but also had an opportunity to get Education is the focus of HISTORY wasn’t worth much of anything owned business vendors at Touga- educated about black-owned busi- part two of this series. Sta- MONTH because there were no roads to loo College’s Owens Health and nesses and recycling of currency cey Aileen Donaldson, na- access that land. What’s changed Wellness Center. within the black community. tional board project manag- is that there is a new road that cuts Ninety-five vendors had the op- Two first-time vendors Alexan- er at the Mississippi Board straight through the city and air- portunity to network with and pro- dria Powel of Mace a Difference of Education is featured. She has chosen Irma Scott port’s property on the east side of mote fellow entrepreneurs of the and Latish Holmes of Damsel in Griffith as her “shero” and Sarah Nicholson as a the airport. Because of this new metro area. Defense both heard about the expo future shining star in the profession. road, all the city land that was The expo included a multi-com- last year and could not pass up the “I was a quiet child, afraid of speaking in front useless is now ripe for significant plexity of vendors like Damsel in opportunity to participate this year. of people,” says Stacey Aileen Donaldson. “Mrs. development. Defense, which sells safety prod- “I am enjoying it so far,” said Pow- Griffith helped me overcome my shyness and rise Priester went on to say, “The ucts; Mace a Difference, Safety el. “I look forward to networking above my fear. She saw my potential and was will- road is the East Metro Parkway. Products Plus LLC; Blue Skyz Still with my brother and sister business ing to put that extra time into me. She was a great The East Metro Parkway has been Waters, which offers massage ther- owners.” teacher. She was my shero.” in the works for decades but only apy; clothing and accessory ven- Holmes expressed the same Irma Scott Griffith always went above and- be really got interesting in 2011. dors such as Origami Owl Custom gratitude. “I love how there are so yond the call of duty. A business education teacher Phase One opened in March 2013 Jewelry, Kamies Kreations, Chic- many vendors in one spot. I won- at Bassfield High School, she molded her students Latisha Holmes of Damsel in De- 4Cheap Boutique and food vendors Airport fense demostrates a product to a such as Back in Time, Delectable Expo Women Continued on page 3 customer. PHOTO BY DIAMOND WILLIAMS Delights, Pesto’s Vegetarian Cui- Continued on page 3 Continued on page 2

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Tougaloo Election Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 Marco Rubio, with whom he’s had a surveys of voters after they cast bal- Despite Sanders’ close Michigan venomous feud, and a Florida victory lots. In Mississippi, Democratic pri- win, he won’t see any real gains in would accomplish that. He’s bidding mary voters were more closely divid- delegates. for Ohio, too, hoping to dispense with ed, with 4 in 10 saying it takes away With 130 Michigan delegates at its governor, John Kasich, and turn jobs and nearly as many thinking it stake, Sanders won at least 63 and the wild GOP contest into a head-to- has a positive impact. Clinton at least 52. His gains will be head battle with Ted Cruz. Exit polling also found Clinton in canceled out by Clinton’s win in Mis- Trump looks strong in both states. Mississippi was supported over Sand- sissippi. She already entered the night Illinois, Missouri and North Carolina ers by 9 in 10 black voters, who ac- with a 196-delegate lead over Sand- Republicans will also vote. counted for nearly two-thirds of Dem- ers based on primaries and caucuses Pictured are (from left) Edwards Mayor Marcus Wallace, Starkville Mayor Parker Wiseman, Democrats vote next week in the ocratic primary voters in the state. alone. Marshand Crisler for Jackson’s Mayor Tony Yarber, State Rep. Edward Blackmon, Vicksburg same five states. In all 691 delegates That was yet another stark example Democrats award delegates in pro- Mayor George Flaggs and Meridian Mayor Percy Bland. PHOTO BY CHINYERE LAVINA BROWN will be at stake. The Democratic del- of Sanders struggling with black vot- portion to the vote, so Clinton was egates will be allocated in proportion ers. able to add a good chunk of delegates paign workers with expectations that for- son why Tony Yarber and I support Sen. to the vote. And Michigan, like previous races, even after losing Michigan. mer President Bill Clinton would make a Clinton is because she represents the peo- More than half of Democratic and pointed to an age divide for Demo- Including superdelegates, her lead stop there since he was in the city March 3, ple. She doesn’t care about making people Republican voters in Michigan, along crats, with Clinton prevailing with becomes even bigger – at least 1,214 but soon learned he had departed Jackson feel good. She is trying to move this coun- with Republicans in Mississippi, said people 45 and older and Sanders lead- to Sanders’ 566. It takes 2,383 to win on his way to Baton Rouge, La. try forward.” trade takes away jobs, according to ing among those younger than 45. the nomination. However, Williams kept the audience in He also stated that America was a great high spirits as she introduced each mayor country and still is a great country. The and seasoned politician State Rep. Edward problem he said is “we have just been Blackmon. The mayors who gave compel- divided; we have been separated and we Women ling reasons for their support of Hillary have not been working together; it is about Continued from page 1 Clinton for President were Percy Bland unity. Urban cities like Jackson can greatly socially, emotionally, and intellectu- we have a respon- excellence whenever they see it in of Meridian, George Flaggs of Vicksburg, benefit from her projects.” ally. Griffith taught the basic skills sibility to prepare others.” Parker Wiseman of Starkville and Marcus Wallace talked about the neglect of lo- and knowledge they would need to our students to be She witnessed that level of excel- Wallace of Edwards. Jackson’s Mayor cal cities and the neglect of people who be gainfully employed and produc- college and career lence in Nicholson when she was Tony Yarber was represented by Marshand are underserved. He said not only does his tive, contributing members of soci- ready. It’s the hard- her daughter’s preschool teacher. Crisler, city deputy chief administrative of- town of Edwards need help with its infra- ety and in the process, she shaped est job I’ve ever had Donaldson described the gains her ficer. structure but also rebuilding the lives of its their futures. She was an excellent Donaldson and by far the most 3-year-old made under Nicholson’s Flaggs first emphasized that he -want people who have been neglected for the educator and mentor to hundreds important one.” care as truly awesome. “Sarah has ed Clinton to win, “so that the Donald past 40 years. helping them cultivate a love for She is a Nation- shown herself to be a quality teacher (Trump) does not.” He is depending on Wallace said support for Clinton will life-long learning. Now deceased, al Board Certified with a rich future. I could see then the young people of this state to get out need more than speeches; it will require Griffith’s legacy lives on. Like Teacher and former and know for certain now that as she and vote. “I have confidence in you, monetary support. “Ten dollars will go a countless others, Donaldson has Mississippi Teacher grows in experience she will be a young people,” he said. Flaggs added that long way from each of us in a campaign. reaped innumerable benefits, mak- of the Year (2009- force to be reckoned with.” he had high hopes in the youth using all Don’t forget that it takes money for Hillary ing her own investment in the next Griffith 10) who has taught Initially, Nicholson wanted to be social media sites, emails, and word of to win.” generation of students and teachers middle and high a nurse, but teaching was always in mouth to spread the word to “vote Hillary Mayor Bland of Meridian put his em- just as Griffith did. school and mentored her heart. “I knew that teaching was Clinton.” phasis on which candidate would respect Advocate, architect, author, ca- National Board cer- my calling. Making a difference in Wiseman told the gathering that “Sec- his vote, giving the rallying call: “Respect reer counselor, coach, gatekeeper, tification candidates, my student’s lives, has brought me retary of State Hillary Clinton is the only my vote!” mediator, messenger, technical spe- providing profes- so much joy.” person who can implement the policies Blackmon, a Tougaloo graduate, has cialist, sage, scientist and storyteller sional development A third-grade teacher at George necessary to give all Americans the best high hopes that when Sen. Clinton and are just a few of the roles Donaldson Nicholson to prepare pre-ser- Elementary School in Jackson, she opportunities to success and prosperity, … Trump face off, “Clinton will show her has mastered over the course of her vice and early career is the 2016 School Level Mississippi keeping the same policies that President great qualifications and high honor that she teaching career. But first and fore- teachers for future certification. Teacher of the Year. Obama has in place.” has for this country.” most, she is a woman of God. Donaldson is completing her Nicholson says that teachers must The Starkville mayor said, “Republicans Blackmon referred to Trump as the lead- “I was five years into my media Ph.D. in educational technology be giving, loving and uncondition- cannot deliver. We have been involved in er of the Republican Party that become a experience when I began praying for and says using technology in the ally caring. “Every flower blooms two foreign wars and Republicans have “clown show.” “I am pretty sure that we what God was wanting me to do,” classroom helps teachers engage the in its own perfect time. Our role as turned surpluses into deficits. And in - al will defeat him in the end,” said Black- she says. “I questioned what my students and puts learning in their teachers is to nurture that flower un- most eight years President Obama and mon. “We have one mission Tuesday, what God-given purpose was and educa- hands. “With technology teachers til it comes into full bloom. his team have brought the unemployment we want to have happen is percentage, we tion was the answer.” are no longer the sole distributor of “In the future, I want to continue rate under 5 percent. We now have a richer want Clinton to have 90 percent of the Donaldson says that when she be- knowledge.” to create and instill a love for learn- more prosperous economy.” vote, that should be our goal.” came a teacher, she knew she would Donaldson has always been will- ing in all the students I’m blessed to Crisler said this is one of the strangest Blackmon and the mayors got their wish spiritually be held to a higher stan- ing to put her best foot forward. She teach. My dream is that they know election cycles he has ever seen. And on as the state of Mississippi came in over- dard. “I had to walk the walk, not says that “educators must exalt and how much they matter and that they behalf of Mayor Yarber, he said, “The rea- whelmingly in support of Sen. Clinton. just talk the talk. As black educators encourage their peers to celebrate are here for a reason.” www.mississippilink.com MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 3

Flag Airport Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 of slavery,” Gordon said. and connected Flowood and Lake- they won’t do the project or will Bamberg offered insight into what South land Drive to El Dorado Road in push to do the project in a differ- Carolina went through last year to remove Pearl. Phase Two started with the ent way. Change the composition the Confederate flag in that state saying the Eldorado Road portion and made of the board in a way that no lon- leaders there exhibited political courage. improvements to Crossgates Bou- ger gives Jackson a majority of “If your governor needs to see an exam- levard. As everyone involved rec- control and there will be a free- ple of what it means to lead as governor ognizes, the East Metro Parkway for-all for this newly valuable maybe he should look at South Carolina’s will fundamentally shift traffic property. very own Republican governor – Nikki patterns in the area. For example, “So, this matter has nothing to Haley. She exhibited leadership at a time for people coming to Highway 80 do with who runs the day-to-day when our state needed it most,” Bamberg to go shopping at Dogwood, they operations at the airport and has said. can take this parkway up instead everything to do with who con- On June 17, 2015, nine people were shot of battling Lakeland traffic. trols the development opportuni- and killed at Emanuel African Methodist “So, in sum, Jackson’s airport ties, jobs and contracts associated Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C., by board has a say in how this newly with hundreds of acres of land in Dylan Roof, a white supremacist. Photos of valuable land will be used. Be- one of the most valuable areas of Roof holding the Confederate flag surfaced cause the appointees to the board the state of Mississippi. after the shooting. are Jacksonians and are account- “Wanna know why Rankin Bamberg acknowledged that some look able to the people of Jackson, County Republicans are making at the Confederate emblem as a symbol of I know that they care about the this gangster move right now? heritage, but he said, “as a state govern- Pastor Jamal Bryant leads a chant to bring down the state flag. PHOTO BY SHANDERIA K. POSEY things that matter to the future of This is not about who awards the ment, as a state governor and members of the city of Jackson. For example, contract for airport attorney or Mississippi’s House and Senate, you do I know that the board as it is cur- who will be the concessions ven- not have the privilege as an individual citi- rently composed will do things dor at the Delta gates. Legal Fees zen does to determine what meaning you like make sure that when people at the airport are small potatoes want to give a symbol like the Confeder- try to develop the property that and Southwest ain’t coming back ate flag. An individual can say I’m flying it the city owns along the parkway, because someone from Rankin because of heritage … as a state you inher- some of the jobs and contracts go County is now a board member. ently adopt, accept, promote every single to Jacksonians. Because the ap- This is all about the East Metro meaning of an emblem like the Confeder- pointees to the board are Jackso- Parkway.” ate flag.” nians and care about Jackson. I Stephanie R. Jones can be Slater, who is white, spe- know that if a project on this city reached at [email protected] cifically addressed white land may hurt other city interests, or (601) 454-0372. Christians saying, “that flag has nothing to do with Expo Christianity. When we were growing up our mothers did Continued from page 1 Slater not share with us the terrors dered how I would go out and people don’t know there is a that flag represented. It’s time for white meet people but because of this black-owned massage therapy Christian Mississippians to put away the event, they are all here.” business in the city of Jackson, things of childhood and face the flag for With a mission to equip, em- which is a shame,” said Haynes. what it is. That Confederate flag is a sym- power and educate veterans of “This event has helped a whole bol of white supremacy.” Supporters gather to rally in changing the Mississippi state flag Tuesday. PHOTO BY JAY JOHNSON entrepreneurship and women lot. It has helped me be more Susan Womack, who is also white, at- about personal defense protec- outspoken, a better salesman tended the rally because she is ready for “I just believe down in my sanctified Bryant said. tion, Holmes decided to become and a better person.” the flag to come down. As for why some soul that this is the beginning of a real “America is in peril,” he continued and a business owner. She then cre- Educating African Americans whites don’t want to see the flag removed movement,” Yarber said. “Every now and expressed that all of America should be in- ated Combat Boots to Red Bot- about the importance of spend- Womack said, “I don’t understand it. I truly then you’ve got to do some things that go sulted the flag debate is occurring so many toms for “individuals with a ing money in their own com- don’t understand it. I hear people talk about absolutely past niceties.” years after the Civil War. warrior spirit to create their own munity and more black business heritage and that sort of thing, but I can’t Pastor Bryant was the keynote speaker Asked whether he’ll come back to Mis- status.” unity was demonstrated at the accept that people can’t understand and re- for the rally. He talked about Mississip- sissippi when the flag is removed, Pastor Vendors that offered services event. The Jackson Black Pages alize that as Slater said, it’s time to grow pians’ resolve for enduring tragic events Bryant said, “Absolutely. I’m going to be not commonly recognized in the has given each black-owned up. It’s time to get over that and do what’s during the civil rights movement and confi- here to watch it happen. When the attorney black community were on hand business a platform to market right for everybody.” dence for victory on the flag issue. calls me, I’m on the next flight.” such as Steal Your Pretty Brow their economic flex. Before introducing the keynote speaker, “That flag represents the illegal kidnap- Moore, who expects a response on the Bar by Latoya and Sharina If interested in more informa- Mayor Yarber discussed why Moore’s law- ping and forced labor of people who had lawsuit by the end of the month, was con- Webley, which offers eyebrow tion about any of the vendors, suit is essential and timely since proposed to work against their will. This flag repre- fident that even if the case goes before the threading, and Blue Skyz Still information may be found at legislation failed in the Legislature this ses- sents a losing team. It’s only in Mississippi U.S. Supreme Court, he will prevail. Waters by Matthew Haynes, http://jacksonblackpages.com/ sion. that y’all are acting like sore losers,” Pastor “That flag is coming down I tell you.” a returning vendor. “A lot of expo.html. LOCAL

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The Mississippi Link Newswire gift from NCBW CMS Coalition vision of these organizations to The National Coalition of sisters. The gift was sponsored by provide learning experiences that Black Women Inc., Central Mis- a grant received from Walmart. better the lives of children and sissippi Chapter held two special On Feb. 25, the chapter had an their educational quality, families events recently. inaugural experience and event and communities. We believe in On Feb. 18, a Black History with its Legislative Day at the “Building Stronger Schools To- celebration was held at French Mississippi Capitol. The students gether.... One Child at a Time” is Elementary School where fifth- toured the Capitol and were in- the JPS Theme. grade girl students, mentees troduced in the House by Rep. Sharolyn Smith, NCBW CMS of the NCBW chapter, heard Alyce Clark and in the Senate by chapter president, said, “As in- from civil rights activist Flonzie Sen. John Horhn. augural events, these young stu- Brown Wright. Wright offered Each of the events were in dents were given educational insight to the students during a planning for the advocacy activi- experiences of a lifetime. They question and answer session. ties and CORE trait requirements were engaged in the best ways to In an effort to spark their inter- in partnering with Jackson Pub- have and remember the informa- est in literacy and love for read- lic Schools Adopt-A-School and tion that they learned in perspec- ing, each student was given an National Coalition of 100 Black tive to share and tell their own autographed copy of Wright’s Women Mentoring Programs. stories of these experiences while book titled “Looking Back To The collaboration has been es- engaging and learning lessons Move Ahead, An Experience of tablished for more than 20 years firsthand together and through History, A Journey of Hope” as a in helping with the mission and mentoring.”

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French Elementary School fifth-grade girls participating in NCBW CMS Mentoring Program with mentors. 10th Annual Creative Arts Festival Call for Papers

The Mississippi Link Newswire sentations) The Margaret Walker Center In the case of panel propos- at Jackson State University will als, submit the names of the par- present the 10th Annual Creative ticipants and the moderator and a Arts Festival: Ordinary Heroes – brief synopsis of the panel’s topic The (Un)Examined Life on April and of the individual paper pro- 15 and 16. posals. This year’s festival will feature To submit a proposal, send a student performances, panel pre- document in Microsoft Word or sentations and art displays, as well Adobe PDF to [email protected]. as a keynote address from award- Note that submissions in the winning civil rights activist Joan written and poetry categories will Trumpauer Mulholland. be considered for publication, and The Margaret Walker Center the best essay by a JSU student invites proposals for papers, pre- on the “black experience in the sentations, and panels for the Cre- American South” will receive the ative Arts Festival to be submitted $1,000 Margaret Walker Alexan- by March 11. While the theme of der Annual Award. JSU students the conference is “Ordinary He- who would like to be considered roes – The (Un)Examined Life,” for this award must present their the organizers welcome propos- papers at the Creative Arts Festi- als from high school, undergradu- val on April 16, and submit their ate, and graduate students on any 10-page essays by April 1. topic. This project is supported in part Proposal submissions should be by funding from the Mississippi 250-500 words and should fit in Arts Commission, a state agency, one of four categories: and in part, from the National En- 1. Poetry/spoken word (5-min- dowment for the Arts, a federal ute presentations in original story- agency. telling and poetry) For more information, con- 2. Visual Arts (up to three piec- tact the Margaret Walker Cen- es of artwork in any media with ter ([email protected] or (601) 10-minute presentations) 979-2055) or the conference 3. Written (10-page essays with coordinators, Dr. Helen Crump 20-minute presentations) ([email protected]) and 4. Performing Arts (10-minute Dr. Robert Luckett (robert.luck- dance, musical, and theatrical pre- [email protected]). www.mississippilink.com MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 5

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6 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 www.mississippilink.com The Links holds Mardi Gras Ball Mississippi Link Newswire More than 300 guests attend- ed the LeFleur’s Bluff Chapter of The Links, Incorporated an- nual Mardi Gras Ball on Jan. 30 at the Jackson Country Club. Proceeds from this fund- raising event went back into the community to assist with the many programs that the LeFleur’s Bluff Chapter pro- vides. For the past two years, the funds helped host the Just Rarin’ to Read program. It is a reading book collection drive for Jackson Public Schools. The generous donations raised from the ball also support the chap- Members of LeFleur’s Bluff Chapter of The Links ter’s adopted school, Rowan Middle School. Chapter President Bettye Graves says “We had a ball at the Mardi Gras Ball but most importantly, we were very proud and happy to host this event in support of the Just Ra- rin’ to Read summer reading program for JPS. For the past two years, we have been able to donate over $54,000 to this project and with the help of our supporters, both in attendance at the Ball, and through mon- etary sponsorship, we continue to have success funding our community projects.” The LeFleur’s Bluff Chapter is made up of 35 women from across the Jackson Metro area who are dedicated to friendship Links members Erin Pickens, Marilyn Evans, guest and Juanita Sims Doty and service. enjoyed the event. The evening’s festivities included dancing and a special treat by Links members. ‘Walking in their Footsteps’ for Women’s History Month 7 p.m. March 16, in the Bennie Taylor Greenfield, Ida B. Wells is brought to life on stage by an abala, cello; Krystal M. Jackson how that role has changed in Af- Mississippi Link Newswire Thompson Building on the Touga- Barnett, Eliza Farish Pillars, An- amazingly talented group of ac- and Georgia Cochran, actors; and rican American communities, will In celebration of Women’s His- loo College campus. nie Bell Robinson Devine and tors, singers, dancers and techni- many more. take place after the 7 p.m. perfor- tory Month, the Department of The production, written and Gladys Noel Bates. The fast paced cians. The cast of performers in- A question and answer session mance. History/Political Science at Tou- produced by Wilma E. Mosley 45-minute production incorporates cludes the lilting voice of DeAnna will take place after the 10 a.m. The performances are free and galoo College will present the Clopton, Ph.D. of NMHS Unlim- the women’s stories through song, Tisdale, actor/singer; Kristie Lip- showing. A panel discussion, ad- open to the public. NMHS Unlimited Film Produc- ited, is designed to celebrate the dance, spoken word and film. ford, narrator; Jerry Jenkins, West dressing issues concerning the role For more information, call tions live performance, “Walking lives of five women – Elizabeth “Walking in their Footsteps” African drums, Bridgeet Olung- of music in African culture and (601) 977-7801. in their Footsteps,” at 10 a.m. and

• April 16 from 9-11 a.m. at the Jackson Police Train- There will be time to tailgate on the Quad before counties or parts thereof: Coahoma, Quitman, and NEWS BRIEFS ing Academy, 3000 St. Charles St. MC baseball contests on Frierson Field with rival Delta Sunflower. • April 23 from 9-11 a.m. at the Jackson Police Train- State beginning at 2 p.m. After a slow 2015 spring, expectations are better for

Educational workshops ing Academy, 3000 St. Charles St. Mississippi College visitors will hear remarks from the upcoming season. Observations of jakes (1-year- The program supports city efforts to help citizens a variety of speakers, including President Lee Royce, old gobblers) were plentiful throughout the state last on Neighbors First reclaim their communities. For more information, visit history professor Otis Pickett, and Jim Turcotte, vice year. Those birds will be legal for harvest this spring Program planned www.jacksonms.gov. president for enrollment services and dean of stu- and should provide action-packed mornings for Mis- dents. MC freshman Kelley Wood will speak to the sissippi’s nearly 50,000 turkey hunters. The city of Jackson has launched the educational group from a student’s point of view at Anderson Hall. “Anytime we see jake observations go up, we usu- campaign for the Neighbors First program. Mississippi College For more information, call the Mississippi College ally see an increase in harvest the following year,” The program is designed to address blight and re- plans Preview Day admissions office at (601) 925-3800 or go to mc.edu/ said Adam Butler, Wild Turkey Program Coordinator vitalize underutilized residential properties in the city previewday for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, by allowing the city to transfer city-owned lots in a pre- Mississippi College leaders are inviting prospective and Parks. “On top of the numbers of jakes seen last determined planning area to the neighbors of those students to tour MC’s cadaver lab, learn about schol- spring, most of the state had an average to good hatch properties for a designated amount that starts at $10. arships and cheer the Choctaws in a baseball double- Spring turkey season last summer, so overall turkey numbers should be The program requires the resident to own property in header with Delta State. opens March 15 steady or on the uptick,” Butler continued. the neighborhood, street or block. It’s all part of the Christian university’s 2016 Spring Hunters who wish to hunt on Wildlife Management The educational campaign consists of a series of Preview Day on March 19. The free event begins at 9 Turkey season opens on March 15 and ends May 1. Areas should check the area-specific regulations be- workshops across the community to show residents a.m. with check-in at the B.C. Rogers Student Center. For hunters age 15 and younger, the youth season fore going afield, because season dates and bag limits how to navigate land rolls and inform them of what is High school students and their parents will be trav- begins a week earlier on March 8. Bag limits for the on WMAs can differ from the statewide season struc- expected of those who purchase the property. The in- eling to the Clinton campus from all over the South as spring season are one adult gobbler or one gobbler ture. Hunters must purchase a WMA User Permit in formational workshops will be held: well as coming from states like Indiana, Missouri and with at least a 6-inch beard per day, not to exceed addition to the required hunting license prior to hunting • March 19 from 2-4 p.m. at the Medgar Evers Li- Washington. three per spring season. Youth hunters 15 years of on any WMA. brary, 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd. So far, 180 students registered as of early March age and younger may harvest one gobbler of choice For more information regarding wild turkeys in Mis- • April 2 from 9-11 a.m. at the Metrocenter Mall and more are expected to sign up, says MC admis- per day, not to exceed three per spring season. sissippi and turkey hunting opportunities, visit us at Event Room, 3645 U.S. 80. sions director Kyle Brantley. Spring turkey season is closed in the following www.mdwfp.com/turkey or call us at (601) 432-2199.

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www.mississippilink.com MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 7 Jackson airport Legislators commend Access to Justice commissioners Commission for work to help poor tapped for committee The Mississippi Link Newswire The Mississippi Link Newswire Creating glob- The Mississippi House of Representatives on March 1, The Jackson Municipal Air- al airport-busi- recognized the Access to Jus- port Authority commends Com- ness centered fo- tice Commission for a decade of missioners Vernon W. Hartley rums is a benefit work to improve poor people’s Sr. and Evelyn O. Reed for their for businesses, access to the civil justice system. appointments to positions on the foundations, Members of the commission Airports Council International- non-profits and were in the House gallery when North America Commissioners community ser- House Concurrent Resolution Committee. Reed vice organiza- 23 was read on the House floor. Comprised of representatives tions. The concurrent resolution was from among the more than 400 With an acute The State House of Representatives on Tuesday recognized the Access to Justice Commission for a adopted by the House on Feb. Airport Board Members, Com- focus on policy decade of work to improve poor people’s access to the civil justice system. Members of the Access 8, and by the Senate on Feb. missioners, the committee is and manage- to Justice Commission and legal service providers at the Capitol were, left to right, Harrison County 11. Rep. David Baria of Bay St. devoted to shaping policies that ment oversight, Court Judge Margaret Alfonso, Attorney Beau Cole of Jackson, Chancellor Deborah Gambrell of Hat- Louis, a commission member, strengthen the ability of airports to the ACI-NA tiesburg, Mississippi Workers Center for Human Rights Director Jaribu Hill of Greenville, Circuit Judge introduced the resolution. serve their passengers, customers industry bench- Lillie Blackmon Sanders of Natchez, Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project Executive Director Gayla Commission Executive Di- and communities. marks and inno- Carpenter-Sanders of Jackson (behind and to right of Judge Sanders), Access to Justice Commission rector Tiffany Graves said, “We Hartley was voted by ACI-NA Hartley vations provide Executive Director Tiffany Graves (holding copy of Resolution), Access to Justice Co-Chair Rodger are so pleased to have received Commissioner Committee Lead- added value to the management of Wilder of Gulfport (behind Graves), North Mississippi Rural Legal Services Director Ben Cole of Oxford, the recognition from the Legis- ership to serve a one-year term JMAA. Chancellor Jacqueline Mask of Tupelo, Access to Justice Co-Chair and Hinds County Chancellor Denise lature for the work we’ve done through September 2017 as the Carl D. Newman, A.A.E. and Owens, and Mississippi Supreme Court Presiding Justice Jess Dickinson. over the past 10 years to expand member-at-large representative. chief executive officer of JMAA, access to civil legal services to ous free legal clinics have pro- org. Tennessee, Graves said. “It has He will also continue in his capac- embraces the additions of Reed the state’s disadvantaged citi- vided assistance to people seek- MVLP and the Access to Jus- been a tremendous tool there, ity as a liaison to the Environmen- and Hartley to the ACI-NA Com- zens. Our work continues, but ing help with family law matters tice Commission are working and we hope that it can be suc- tal Affairs Committee, one which missioners Committee with an- the support we’ve received to- and expungements. The number to recruit attorneys to respond cessful in Mississippi.” will enable him to work with the ticipation of shared industry con- day will give us renewed con- of legal clinics has increased. to questions via the online legal Find HCR 23 at http://bill- committee to shape policies gov- cepts and innovations that will fidence and energy to face what An online legal help site is help site. Attorney volunteers status.ls.state.ms.us/docu- erning the environment at and elevate JMAA’s operations and lies ahead.” being developed and is expected will answer questions by e-mail ments/2016/pdf/HC/HC- around airports. services. Commission Co-Chair Rod- to begin operation April 1, said for low-income people who post 0023SG.pdf. Also an active member of the “We are most excited about the ger Wilder of Gulfport said, “I Gayla Carpenter-Sanders, exec- inquiries privately. Access to For more information, con- Commissioners Committee, Reed appointments of Commission- am extremely pleased with the utive director and general coun- the site will be available only to tact Graves at (601) 960-9581 will serve a one-year term as ers Hartley and Reed to the Air- progress the commission has sel of the Mississippi Volunteer low-income people. or visit the Access to Justice the liaison to the Marketing and ports Council International-North made over this last year.” Lawyers Project. MVLP will The online legal help site is Commission website at http:// Communications Committee. She America Commissioners Com- During the past year, numer- host the site, www.mslegalhelp. based on a similar system in www.msatjc.org/. will assist in the development of mittee,” said Newman. “Through aviation-related educational and their engagement, our enterprise policy programs for ACI-NA will thrive from the best practices members, while promoting public of improved airport operations, awareness of airports as economic development initiatives, safety, MADD applauds state Legislature for passing drunk driving bill generators for their communities. security and quality customer ser- The Mississippi Link Newswire lis for adopting MADD’s rec- programs and other treatment truly appreciates Chairman Gip- Hartley and Reed are eligible vice.” On March 3, the Mississippi ommended amendments, which providers. son and Chairwoman Willis and for consideration of an additional Members of the Commission- Legislature voted to strengthen includes adding a critical ele- MADD also thanks Sen. Da- Parker for their leadership in year’s appointment at the end of ers Committee are nominated the state’s drunk driving laws ment called “compliance-based vid Parker for authoring SB protecting Mississippi roadways their terms. by the Nominating Committee and protect residents and visi- removal” – validation of driving 2778, which is similar to HB from drunk drivers.” Nationally-recognized as the and then selected by the Steering tors from this completely pre- on an interlock before receiving 1366. A recent MADD report found ‘Voice of Airports,’ ACI-NA has Committee where they then serve ventable crime by passing HB unlimited driving privileges. “Recent events have shown that ignition interlocks have pre- well-earned its moniker by pro- a one-year term. 1366 with amendments recom- Also under HB 1366, as rec- the need to strengthen Missis- vented repeat drunk drivers from moting cooperation among all The terms of both Commis- mended by Mothers Against ommended by MADD, the De- sippi’s ignition interlock laws starting their vehicles 2,835 levels of government within the sioners, Hartley and Reed will run Drunk Driving. partment of Public Safety will to make sure interlocks are be- times in just one year since the civil aviation industry. through February 2017. HB 1366 requires ignition require all manufacturers of ing used as ordered and that state’s all-offender ignition in- interlocks for all drunk drivers ignition interlocks to report ig- the data collected from the de- terlock laws was enacted. For information about advertising in who seek driving privileges dur- nition interlock data in a consis- vices is shared with everyone “Every time an ignition inter- The Mississippi Link ing a license suspension period. tent and uniform format that will who needs access to it,” said lock stops a drunk driver, lives MADD thanks Representatives be used when sharing data with MADD National President Col- are saved,” Sheehey-Church please call: 601-896-0084 Andy Gipson and Patricia Wil- courts, alcohol safety education leen Sheehey-Church. “MADD said. Electronically filed tax returns are on track in Mississippi

The Mississippi Link Newswire dress tax-related identity theft and refund ATLANTA – The 2016 individual in- fraud. As part of the Security Summit ef- come tax filing season which opened Jan. fort, stronger protections for taxpayers and 19, with more than 150 million tax returns the nation’s tax system have gone into ef- expected to be filed this year is on track for fect for the 2016 tax filing season. a record number of e-file returns. The new measures attack tax-related As of Feb. 26, the IRS has received identity theft from multiple sides. Many more than 58 million individual tax returns changes will be invisible to taxpayers but and issued more than 46 million refunds. help the IRS, states and the tax industry The average refund is $3,053. provide new protections. There will be “In Mississippi we estimate receiving new security requirements when you’re 1.4 million total tax returns with 1.1 mil- preparing your taxes online, especially lion filing electronically with the IRS this when you sign in to your tax software ac- year,” said IRS Spokesman Mark S. Green. count, to better protect your tax software “As of Feb. 29, we have received 650,000 account and personal information. electronic filed tax returns from Missis- Despite these security improvements sippi, which is an increase compared to to fight identity theft issues, the IRS will last year.” still process nine out of 10 federal refunds People will have several extra days to within 21 days. States have their own re- file their tax returns this year. Taxpayers fund processing time frames that may vary, have until April 18, to file their 2015 tax and some states may make additional re- returns and pay any tax due because of the views to ensure refunds are being issued Emancipation Day holiday in Washington, properly. D.C., falling on April 15. Taxpayers in Similar to last year, meeting the tax Maine and Massachusetts will have until obligation of the Affordable Care Act for April 19, because of Patriot’s Day obser- the vast majority of taxpayers will simply vances on April 18. mean checking a box to verify everyone on Choosing e-file and direct deposit for their return has health coverage. For others, refunds remains the fastest and safest way IRS.gov/aca features useful information, to file an accurate income tax return and tips and interactive online tools to help tax- receive a refund. The IRS anticipates issu- payers with the premium tax credit, the in- ing more than nine out of 10 refunds in less dividual shared responsibility requirement, than 21 days. and other tax features of the ACA. Commercial partners of the IRS offer The Affordable Care Act requires that a free brand-name software to about 100 taxpayer and each member of their family million individuals and families with in- either has qualifying health coverage for comes of $62,000 or less. Seventy percent each month of the year, qualifies for an of the nation’s taxpayers are eligible for exemption, or makes an individual shared IRS Free File. responsibility payment when filing their All taxpayers regardless of income will tax returns. again have access to free online fillable The IRS urges all taxpayers to make sure forms, which provide electronic versions they have all their year-end statements in of IRS paper forms to complete and file. hand before they file their return. This in- This option, available through IRS.gov, is cludes Forms W-2 from employers, Forms free. 1099 from banks and other payers, and The IRS is working diligently with state for those claiming the premium tax credit, tax authorities and the tax industry to ad- Form 1095-A from the Marketplace. EDUCATION

8 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Fashion Technology program at Hinds CC Utica Campus trains for new careers Mississippi Link Newswire classroom, mainly the sewing UTICA – Finding the latest machines,” Gore said. “In the fashions at the right price had to tailoring class, students learn become a talent when Shricker to tailor garments to the body, Johnson’s children developed working with linings and things their own tastes in clothes. like that. Another is equipment “I have two daughters, and usage, industrial and domestic, my youngest one is a diva with which is about how to safely use clothes and everything,” said and maintain the latest sewing the Crystal Springs native and and embroidery machines, such first-year student in the Fashion as the ones made by Brother and Technology program at Hinds Entrepreneur. Community College’s Utica “We teach them to use indus- Campus. trial machines because they may In the program, Johnson is end up having to use one, espe- blending her desire to continue Shricker Johnson aligns a piece of material on a sewing machine in cially if they end up working in her education with her creative the Fashion Technology program at Hinds Community College’s Utica a factory,” Gore said. eye in the hopes she can make a Campus. Johnson is a first-year student in the program. APRIL GARON/ For the entrepreneurs-in-wait- better living for her family. HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE ing like Johnson, it’s a chance to “I was interested at first in cos- show off some practicality. Her metology, then early childhood fields,” said District Director selves to stay relevant and con- final exam in the class was a tur- education,” she said. “Now, I of Enrollment Kathryn Cole. nected with industry. The Career quoise polyester show-stopper want to do my own business, me “This program includes instruc- and Technical division at Hinds of a dress tailored for her older and my girls.” tion and training in construc- Community College – Utica daughter’s senior prom. The Fashion program is one tion, fabric design, pattern de- Campus is definitely turning vi- Dr. Curtis Gore, director of the Fashion Technology program at Hinds “The class shows me how of 14 career-technical programs sign, principles of construction, sion into reality.” Community College’s Utica Campus, points out the next step in mak- I could take it and transform a offered at the Utica Campus. fitting and alterations, custom The expansive fashion pro- ing a dress for Shricker Johnson, a first-year student in the program. shirt I might see on sale some- With a one-year career certifi- tailoring, home furnishings and gram prepares home tailors, Johnson is making the dress for her daughter’s prom. where for $40 or $50 into what I cate in hand upon completion of textiles testing.” crafters, novice sewers and really want,” Johnson said. “You the program, students can take “The Hinds Utica Campus Ca- every other kind of student in puterized, so they have differ- download certain images and can get some fabric of your own the skill to the workforce – fab- reer-Technical Division is proud between with comprehensive ent types of stitch settings,” patterns you want to do.” and make a top-notch shirt – a ric stores, alterations companies of the growth we’ve seen in the coursework on the latest in said Gore, a 20-year clothing Students in the program begin shirt of your dreams that won’t and manufacturing plants, to past year,” said Kenisha Shelton, sewing and embroidering tech- designer featured in more than with the basics and work up to look cheap and that nobody else name a few. dean of career-tech programs nology. In short, it’s not your 100 fashion shows in the South. mastering the modern-day ma- has.” “The program offers experi- at the Utica Campus. “Our in- grandmother’s sewing machine “If you wanted to do some em- chines used in large-scale manu- For information about the enced faculty and small class structors have been working anymore. Today’s machines are broidering, say the cuff on your facturing outfits. Fashion program, contact Dr. sizes that prepare you for suc- extremely hard this past year to faster and more versatile, Gore shirt, it has patterns ready once “We start off with garment Curtis Gore, the program’s di- cessful employment in cloth- recruit and retain students and said. you log into the machine. You construction, where we help stu- rector on the Utica Campus, at ing, textiles and fashion design to obtain certification for them- “Those machines are com- can also use a jump drive to dents use the equipment in the (601) 885-7116. Alpha Phi Sigma inducts new members at Valley Mississippi Link Newswire tice or related field, and have graduate students – Yolanda The Department of Criminal completed one semester as full Anderson-Cannon, Martekia Justice at Mississippi Valley time students or its equivalent. S. Dorsey, Kenneth U. Elu, State University held its induc- They must attain a minimum Jacqueline Morton and Alexis tion ceremony for the Alpha GPA of 2.8 to 3.199 on a 4.0 Smith. Phi Sigma National Criminal scale in their cumulative and Members inducted into Justice Honor Society recently. criminal justice classes. Gradu- the local chapter of Zeta Tau Guest speaker for the cer- ate students must be enrolled in through associate membership emony was Tracey Nance, Pictured (from left) are Angela Simpson, instructor, Dr. Sherill Morris-Francis, undergraduate coordinator a graduate program in criminal are Pertesha S. Armstrong, Joe founding member and presi- and assistant professor, Alexis Smith, Ashley Johnson, Shirley Gibson-Roby, Dr. Emmanuel Amadi, chair, justice or related field; have N. Dillard, Derry M. Skinner dent of the Dorothy I. Height Dr. Rochelle McGee-Cobbs, undergraduate coordinator and assistant professor, Sedrick White, Shalynda completed two courses and and Shalynda R. Williams. Quad Counties Section of the Williams, Denisha Byrd, Demarcus Frazier, Dr. Jiabo Liu, associate professor; second row: Dr. O. Oko have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to “The event was simply mar- National Council of Negro Elechi, associate professor, Martekia Dorsey, Jacqueline Morton, Tanessa House, Tracey Nance, guest 3.399 on a 4.0 scale. velous,” said Dr. Rochelle Women, Inc. She is currently speaker; Derry Skinner, Joe Dillard, and Artiko Greer, president of Zeta Tau Chapter. Not pictured are Perte- “The number of students in- McGee-Cobbs, faculty advisor. the office manager of Athletics sha Armstrong, Thaddeus McClinton Jr., Yolanda Anderson-Cannon, and Kenneth Elu. ducted into Alpha Phi Sigma “It was great to see the facial at MVSU. Prior to her employ- was the highest in a given year,” expressions of our students, ment at MVSU, she was a legal lence, community service, edu- courses of the above course their class. said Dr. Sherill Morris-Francis, their parents and loved ones, secretary for Paul Mathis, Esq. cational leadership and unity. work shall be in the criminal Eligibility requirements for assistant faculty advisor. who during the ceremony rec- in Greenville The honor society’s under- justice field. Graduate students undergraduate students in the Undergraduate students in- ognized the academic perfor- Alpha Phi Sigma recognizes graduate students must attain should be enrolled in a gradu- Zeta Tau chapter include en- ducted include Denisha L. mance of inductees.” academic excellence of under- a minimum GPA of 3.2 on a ate program in criminal justice rollment in an institution rep- Byrd, Demarcus A. Frazier, The induction ceremony was graduate and graduate students 4.0 scale in their cumulative or related field, completed four resented by a chapter of Alpha Shirley M. Gibson, Roby, Tan- concluded with closing remarks of criminal justice. The goals of and criminal justice classes; or courses, maintain a minimum Phi Sigma. They must have essa R. House, Ashley John- by Dr. Emmanuel Amadi, chair Alpha Phi Sigma are to honor rank in the top 35 percent of GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale or declared a major, minor or son, Thaddeus V. McClinton, of the Department of Criminal and promote academic excel- their class. A minimum of four rank in the upper 25 percent of equivalent in the criminal jus- Jr., and Sedrick M.A. White; Justice. MVSU to honor scholars Golden Girl auditions slated for April Mississippi Link Newswire the public. Rogers also emphasized that al- at annual convocation The ASU dance group is gearing Golden Girls coach Senobia Rog- though dancing is a big part of a Gold- up for its Golden Girl Auditions April ers said that participants should be en Girl’s life, education comes first. Mississippi Link Newswire Recognized internationally as one of the 10 in the E.E. Simmons Gymnasium hard working, committed to dancing “I want the new girls to perform Mississippi Valley State University will leading experts on Richard Wright, Ward (Old Gym) at 6 p.m. and creative. just as well in their studies as they do recognize its exceptional scholars during the has conducted extensive research on Wright. Participants are required to pay a “We are searching for talented girls in the auditions and field routines. It’s annual Honors Convocation at 10:30 a.m. His introduction to Wright’s autobiography, $50, non-refundable registration fee who understand the importance of fun to showcase their talents in front March 17 in the H. G. Carpenter Auditorium. Black Boy, is an important and significant at the Fine Arts Building at 8 a.m. putting in the time and effort to be- of large crowds, but they should al- Dr. Jerry W. Ward Jr., a noted Richard guide for understanding the book and its au- Those who are interested in audition- coming an outstanding dancer,” said ways remember that their education is Wright scholar, will be the keynote speaker thor as well. More importantly, he is a de- ing should bring black biking shorts, Rogers. “The girls who are selected to a priority.” for this year’s event. voted teacher-thinker who has challenged a black sports bra, gym shoes, a white be a part of the team will be expected For more information, contact Ward is a retired distinguished profes- numerous students at home and abroad T-shirt, tights, money for lunch in the to maintain a healthy lifestyle by diet- Rogers at (601) 877-6263, srogers@ sor of English and African World Studies at through academic learning and research, cafeteria and a 60-90 second CD of ing and exercising. They should also alcorn.edu or Dr. Renardo Murray at Dillard University in New Orleans. He was critical thinking, and scholarly writing. recorded music for individual dance understand the value of being creative [email protected] or (601) 877- also chair of the Department of English at According to Dr. Kathie Golden, associate evaluations. The auditions are open to and bringing new ideas to the table.” 6263. Tougaloo College, where he was the Law- vice president for Academic Affairs, Ward is rence Durgin Professor of Literature for an extraordinary individual with extensive 20 years. Currently, he serves as a distin- knowledge about the Mississippi Delta and Alcorn qualifies for Honda all-star challenge tournament guished honorary professor (2015-2017) in the plight of African-Americans. China. Among Ward’s many awards are the “Dr. Ward is not a stranger to MVSU, and Mississippi Link Newswire cases the academic prowess of the the Honda Campus All-Star Chal- Richard Wright Literary Excellence Award, he is committed to academic excellence,” Alcorn State University’s most brightest students from America’s lenge and Battle of the Bands, Honda Public Humanities Scholar Award from the said Golden. “He is very interesting and astute students will have the oppor- Historically Black Colleges and Uni- has awarded more than $10 million Mississippi Humanities Council, Fellow- highly entertaining.” tunity to display their intelligence in versities. A total of 48 teams have to support music and educational ship Award from the National Humanities Golden said MVSU is proud to host an the upcoming academic tournament qualified for this year’s tournament programs at America’s HBCUs. Center, and Distinguished Foreign Expert event which highlights the efforts of its stu- sponsored by Honda. and a chance to win a $50,000 insti- For more information on the which was granted by the Chinese Ministry dents. Alcorn qualifies to compete at the tutional grant from Honda. HCASC, including a full list of the of Education. “Our students are vital to the University,” Honda Campus All-Star Challenge The Honda Campus All-Star Chal- 48 qualifying teams, visit www. His publications include The Richard she added. “They are key to our livelihood National Championship Tournament lenge is one of Honda’s largest and hcasc.com. Connect with HCASC Wright Encyclopedia, the Cambridge His- and we should show them that we honor and April 2-4, in Torrance, Calif. The fi- longest running philanthropic ini- via social media on Facebook at tory of African American Literature, Trouble appreciate their accomplishments. Students nal round of the tournament will be tiatives in the United States. Since www.facebook.com/HCASC, Twit- the Water: 250 Years of African American look forward to receiving this recognition live-streamed at noon April 4 ET on 1989, the program has impacted the ter at www.twitter.com/HCASC and Poetry, the China Lectures, and the Katrina and we want to encourage them to continue www.hcasc.com. The tournament is lives of more than 100,000 HBCU Instagram atwww.instagram.com/ Papers. their strides in academic excellence.” a prestigious competition that show- students across 22 states. Through hcascpix/. EDUCATION

www.mississippilink.com MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 9 At JSU, West Point military academy offers basic training in leadership, ethics

Mississippi Link Newswire Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber and former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour were among luminaries welcoming cadets last week from the U.S. Mili- tary Academy at West Point to Jackson State University to tout leadership and ethics to visiting JROTC students from Jackson Public Schools. To further emphasize how Willis Allen Yu the military can lead to suc- cess, West Point paraded out its ter place.” core basic science areas such top scholar, Cadet E.J. Coleman Meyers said, “We depend on as chemistry, biology, physics III, who delivered the keynote the military to keep us safe all and environmental engineering. address in the JSU engineering over the world. We want the Now, we are exposing them to building. Coleman, the fourth smartest, most alert people.” She the West Point Military Acad- African American to be named urged visiting JPS students to emy to produce a beautiful, lin- Hundreds of Jackson Public School students gather in JSU’s Engineering Building to hear military officers first captain, holds the highest “work hard and learn all you can ear relationship with local and and politicians discuss the importance of leadership and ethics. PHOTO BY L.A. WARREN/JSU position in the West Point cadet because leadership is not easy.” national officials in STEM,” Al- chain of command. His duties as To earn a visit from West len said. the relationship among the three ing people are the most essen- Yarber, too, trumpeted the at- brigade commander are similar Point, school districts in major The science and technical institutions, Barbour said, “It is tial parts of leadership because tributes of leadership, labeling to that of a student body presi- cities must partner with a local components are vital for devel- fitting and proper that we are you must be able to interact it as “more than a notion” and dent. university, and the military acad- oping a diverse workforce, said here to talk about ethics and re- with other people by taking in- informing students about how Meanwhile, the director of emy provides training to univer- Dr. Hongtao Yu, a professor and sponsibility. We’ve been blessed terest in them, caring for them “leadership calls you out of your the Army JROTC for the local sity cadets to serve as facilita- chair of the JSU Department of with a military that we can be and figuring out what drives and passion. You’re only as great as school district is being saluted tors. Fortunately, JPS already Chemistry and Biochemistry. proud of.” motivates them.” In addition, he the challenges you overcome,” for initiating the collaboration has a relationship with Jackson “African-Americans are se- He told young participants defined leadership as “the ability he said. between West Point, JSU and State because the local school verely underrepresented in the that leadership lessons learned to influence others in a positive In general, Willis said the JPS. district’s JROTC students attend acquisition of bachelor’s, mas- in the military and ROTC will manner to achieve goals and im- partnership established between U.S. Army Col. (Ret.) Paul a summer program on JSU’s ter’s and Ph.D. degrees in STEM serve them well, helping them prove themselves and their orga- JSU, JPS and the U.S. Mili- Willis said he learned through campus for exposure to STEM at only 5 percent, even though become the kind of leaders that nizations.” tary Academy at West Point is a counterpart in Atlanta about (science, technology, engineer- their national population is about the community, state and coun- Also, JPS Superintendent a linchpin for producing bet- West Point’s diversity and out- ing and mathematics). 13.5 percent overall,” he said. try needs. “The first function of Cedric Gray urged students to ter citizens because “the chal- reach program, which places Dr. Shonda Allen, associate Meanwhile, Willis said, “What government is security. Without know their purpose. lenges we face are more than “good role models and mentors director of the Interdisplinary we try to do with all high school this, we can’t have our freedoms, “God wants you to be where what we can handle ourselves. in front of high school students Nanotoxicity Center at JSU, as- students is to motivate them to the society we enjoy or the rule you want to be. He wants you to No one can do everything, but to teach them important values sisted Willis in facilitating the become better citizens. Leader- of law.” be the head and not the tail, the everyone can do something. If such as ethics, decision-making union between West Point and ship and character development In his keynote address, Cole- top and not the bottom, above everyone does his part, and we and leadership.” JSU. are what we’re all about.” He’s man said, “By going through the and not beneath. The future is no work together we can lift our- JSU President Carolyn W. “The JSU and JPS collabora- optimistic that the relationship academy, leadership becomes longer tomorrow. It is right now. selves where we want to be. All Meyers hailed the moment with tion already bridges a wonder- with West Point will enhance part of who you are. I think Embrace your place. I need you it takes is a spirit of cooperation, West Point as a demonstration ful relationship between young these characteristics further. about it all the time in everything to be successful in your space,” and Jackson State has absolutely that will “make this world a bet- students and exposes them to Echoing the significance of I do. Watching and understand- he said. shown that.” Malone selected as one of MBJ’s Acholonu receives prestigious award Top 50 Under 40 business leaders from Mississippi Academy of Sciences Mississippi Link Newswire ing a positive image of Alcorn Mississippi Link Newswire can live your dream. I was born Alcorn State University bi- State University.” Alcorn State University alum- and raised in poverty. I have had ology professor Chief Dr. Al- Acholonu stressed the im- nus Duvalier Malone continues many hardships, but today I stand exander Acholonu continues portance of diligence, consis- to prove that he is one of today’s in the light of those who paved to accumulate accolades for tency and striving to be the most exceptional young busi- the way for me.” his dedication to biological re- best. nessmen. Malone is passionate about search. “Take time to work. It is the Malone has been selected as his career. He emphasizes that Acholonu was honored with price of success. He who stops one of the Mississippi Business choosing a profession that you the Contribution to Health Dis- being better stops being good.” Journal’s Top 50 Under 40 busi- love is key to having a successful parity Research Award at the In addition to winning the ness leaders for 2016. Malone, career. Mississippi Academy of Sci- prestigious award, Acholonu along with other honorees, will “I truly started my company ences annual meeting Feb. 18 recently published three sci- be recognized April 7 at a special with a big dream of giving back at the University of Southern entific research articles. - “As luncheon at the Hilton Hotel on Malone to my home state of Mississippi. Mississippi. sessment of Water Quality of County Line Road in Jackson. I didn’t go into business to make The award recognizes the Two Lotic Bodies of Water in The journal will publish a maga- odds he had to beat in order to money. I was only following my recipient’s dedication to work- Jefferson County, Mississippi” zine with profiles of each of this get this far. After growing up in passion. Whether we’re thinking ing to improve the health of Acholonu was published in the Journal year’s winners in May. a poor environment, he is proud about starting a small business or vulnerable children and adults. of the Mississippi of Sciences. “I am so honored to have been of the progress he is making as what career path to choose, it’s The recipient must also have tion to Science Award. His second article, “Pollution selected as one of the Missis- a businessman. He also credits important that we follow our pas- a track record of leadership in Acholonu gladly accepted Studies on the Big Black River sippi Business Journal’s Top 50 African-American leaders of the sions. When we think about what research, education and com- the honor and expressed his in Mississippi, USA,” along Under 40 business leaders for past as his inspiration to succeed. is needed to be successful in life, munity efforts to reduce or pride in being a product of the with his third article, “Intro- 2016,” said Malone. “I am truly “I like to call this achievement we usually think about character- eliminate health disparities University. duction of Sweet Corn as an humbled, grateful and excited to one of life’s full circle moments. istics like value, talent, ambition, across world. “I am filled with joy to- re Alternative Energy Source at return home to Mississippi to re- This allowed me an opportunity intellect, discipline, persistence Acholonu is the first person ceive this prestigious award Awaka, Imo State, Nigeria,” ceive this award.” to reflect on all the great pioneers and luck. What many of us often in Alcorn’s history to receive from the Mississippi Academy were published in the Advanc- As Malone prepares to accept of the civil rights movement. fail to include in this recipe for the award. He also received the of Science,” said Acholonu. “I es in Science and Technology the award, he remembers the I am a living witness that you success is passion.” MAS Distinguished Contribu- am very proud to be project- Journal. Meyers receives 2016 Giving Back Award from magazine

Mississippi Link Newswire heart and compassion.” said Dr. the university, jointly nominated Meyers was cited for her personal On March 4, Jackson State Loretta Moore, vice president for Meyers for the award. outreach through various orga- University President Carolyn W. Research and Federal Relations at Hudson said, “This is a very nizations including serving as a Meyers received the 2016 Giving JSU. important award to recognize and board member for the American Back Award from INSIGHT Into Giving Back Award recipients encourage those who are work- Council of Education, Down- Diversity magazine, the largest were nominated by a colleague ing so hard to make our society town Jackson Partners and Riv- and oldest diversity and inclusion and selected by INSIGHT Into an even better place. Exemplars erside Health System Foundation publication in higher education. Diversity based on their out- of inclusion, like Dr. Carolyn W. among many others. The Giving Back Award honors standing demonstration of social Meyers, are so very deserving of She was further applauded for presidents and chancellors of responsibility, a commitment to recognition.” her work with the American As- colleges and universities who go charitable services and involve- Each honoree is recognized for sociation of State Colleges and above and beyond their everyday Jackson State University President Carolyn W. Meyers regales faculty ment with students, faculty and his or her passion, dedication and Universities/NASCLGU Joint leadership duties and “give back” and staff at the College of Education and Human Development in 2014 staff to serve underrepresented philanthropic achievements. Task Force on Diversity. to their campuses and commu- with her own stories about teaching. She was presented with flowers populations. Moore, Dr. Evelyn INSIGHT Into Diversity maga- A call for nominations for the nities. Meyers will be featured, by 4-year-old preschoolers Caleb Banks, left, Luke McGee and Paige Leggette, provost and senior zine selected Meyers because un- award was announced in October along with 26 other recipients, in McLin. PHOTO BY CHARLES A. SMITH/JSU vice president of Academic and der her leadership, JSU became 2015. Award recipients include the April 2016 Leadership Sup- Student Affairs; Dr. Thomas Cal- eligible for a significant increase presidents and chancellors of both port and Giving Back issue of IN- groups in society generally and of – further endows her with the houn, associate provost and vice in its endowment by achiev- community colleges and bacca- SIGHT Into Diversity magazine. facing challenges in obtaining ac- drive and compassion for under- president of academic affairs; and ing non-black enrollment of ap- laureate-granting institutions. The “Her own story – facing chal- cess to education because of her represented, and for all, students. Thomas Hudson, chief diversity proximately, or greater than, 10 magazine will honor awardees in lenges of underrepresented race or gender more specifically She is a president with much and equal opportunity officer at percent at for three straight years. its mid-March publication. 10 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 www.mississippilink.com

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By Daphne Higgins moment and yes, it is probably Religion Editor a debatable comment for many. As we continue However, I thank God for the Two sisters, one savior the celebration of man He has put in my life. A man Women’s History who believes that my role is to By Rev. Alvin C. Carter Mary. Now I imagine these the process of her serving, she to sitting at Jesus’ feet as it Month, I would work with him, support him and Special to The Mississippi Link sisters were close because it observed her sister’s lack of gets. Serving has its place as like to take this share in his happiness, sadness, Now it came to pass, as they is recorded that they lived to- help and attention to what she Martha was performing, but opportunity to thoughts and life in general. I went, that he entered into a cer- gether. Nonetheless, during felt was important. She went it is needful to always have a thank God for the truly thank God for a man who tain village and a certain wom- the visit while Jesus was shar- as far as to ask Jesus to tell her time to hear a word from the creation of the first woman, Eve. has nothing but love and respect an named Martha received him ing His word with Mary, Mar- sister to help her. She felt that Lord as Mary decided was Yes, we all know her as the for me. into her house. And she had a tha was busy frustrated and it was more necessary to serve good. wife of Adam and mother of All women may not all be able sister called Mary, which also while serving. I can see in my over her sister’s sitting. Now, we see how Luke has Cain and Abel, and some of us to share that connection with sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard his mind how Martha felt it was 3. The Saying of the Master provided evidence of how Je- even know that her name means someone right now, but God word. But Martha was cum- necessary to perhaps cook and – Often times in the scripture, sus helped two sisters become life or living; but what many of has still given us so much to do bered about much serving, and clean because Jesus was an Jesus is described as master closer to him and in the pro- us forget is that she was created and celebrate. Because of God’s came to him, and said, Lord, important guest in her home. when he was in a teaching set- cess, I just believe they also from man to walk and to work divine creation, we are all crea- dost thou not care that my sis- However, then I can see in my ting. In this setting, he was became closer to one another. side by side with him. tures of His image and are here ter hath left me to serve alone? mind how Mary could have sharing his word with Mary. It was all because of the word. Genesis 2:18, 20b, 22, 24a to share His love. Bid her therefore that she help felt otherwise and desired to I don’t know if he considered Rev. Alvin Christoper reads: 18: And the Lord God There are so many wonderful me. And Jesus said unto her, hear from Jesus realizing He how they would react to their De’Mond Carter is an associ- said, It is not good that the man women of the Bible who have Martha, Martha, thou are care- is always welcome to come. brother’s death as recorded ate minister and primary divi- should be alone; I will make him exemplified service to God and ful and troubled about many The point is Martha was mak- in the 11th chapter of John. I sion director with the Sunday an help meet for him. 20b…but man. These women are seldom things: But one thing is need- ing preparations for Jesus, but don’t know if he considered School at Pilgrim Rest M. B. for Adam there was not found mentioned during Women’s His- ful: and Mary hath chosen that the problem is He was already how he would visit their house Church – Madison. He re- an help meet for him. 22 And tory Month but they were placed good part, which shall not be there. I notice how Luke gave for supper before he journeyed ceived his education through the rib, which the Lord God on Earth as a foundation for gen- taken away from her. (Luke details about this visit because to the cross. All I know is he the Madison County School had taken from man, made he erations to follow. 10:38-42 KJV) it is encouraging to see the il- saw that it was necessary to District, Tougaloo College a woman, and brought her unto Now, here we are in Women’s I was challenged yet encour- lustration of two very close share his word with Mary. and Mississippi College. He the man. 24a Adam said, This is History Month. Let’s continue aged by this text, as we col- relatives welcoming one man While Mary was receiving has studied at the Mississip- now bone of my bones, and flesh the celebration and sharing of lectively celebrate Women’s but with different methods. the word, Martha proposed a pi Baptist Seminary College of my flesh: she shall be called God’s purpose for each of us. History Month and spiritually While Martha decided to pre- problem that required Jesus’ and received class training Woman…” The Mississippi Link, a mes- move toward the season which pare and serve, Mary saw the attention. When she received through the National Baptist I read a biblical commentary senger for news in and around we celebrate the death, buri- necessity of sitting at Jesus’ his attention, he directly cap- Congress of Christian Educa- some time ago that pointed out the state of Mississippi, would al and resurrection of Jesus feet. tured her attention. He called tion. He is currently enrolled God chose Adam’s rib because like to not only share your news Christ. I saw two significant I observed the following as- her name twice and said, at Liberty University pursu- it came from his side. The com- but all who would like to tell sisters with two significant ac- pects of this text: “Martha, Martha, thou are ing a master’s in Theological mentator noted that the extrac- others about the Lord’s goodness tions, yet one Christ. I want 1. The Sitting of Mary – The careful and troubled about Studies and Biblical Studies tion of the rib is an indication and about their places of worship to encourage you and all that scripture does not define why many things: But one thing is degree.He is happily mar- that a woman is to be by a man’s and even those religious institu- love the good news with the Mary decided to sit at Jesus’ needful: and Mary hath chosen ried to KaLandra M. Carter. side. He continued that if God tions that you may have visited. thought “2 sisters; 1 savior.” feet while her sister was serv- that good part, which shall not They are the proud parents of wanted a woman to be trampled Contact Daphne M. Higgins at Luke describes Jesus as do- ing, but it does point it out be taken away from her.” He three daughters: Aerial, Alon- over, He would have used the [email protected]. ing a lot of teaching during with clarity. This lets us know did not say that Martha’s ser- driya and Khloe. Presently, bone of a man’s foot; and if she Fax (601) 896-0091 or mail your this time. He had just taught that she was in a good place vice was bad, but He did say he is employed at Tougaloo were to be ruled over by man, information to The Mississippi a lesson on the Good Samari- regardless of what else was that Mary had chosen a “good College, where he serves as God would have used man’s Link, 2659 Livingston Road, tan just before he entered into going on. They may not have part” by listening to His word. program assistant under the skull. For me, that was an “Aha” Jackson, MS 39213. what Luke recalls a “certain known that Jesus was coming I am encouraged to know Title III Program/Curriculum village.” In this “certain vil- by, but the best she could do is that whenever a word from Enhancement, the Fellowship lage,” Jesus visits a “cer- what she did; that is get close the Lord is being shared, it of Christian Athletes Campus tain woman.” This “certain to him by sitting at His feet. is always good to listen and Representative and the Cham- REIGNING woman” just so happened to 2. The Serving of Martha – receive it. To hear a word of pions of Character Coordina- be Martha. It is recorded that While Mary sat at Jesus’ feet, encouragement when it seems tor for the Department of Ath- she was home with her sister, Martha was busy serving. In like all hope is gone is as close letics. ANNOUNCEMENTS

United Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 1730 NEWS FROM THE WORD Florence Ave., Jackson, will conclude its 40th Annual Black Ministers Retreat at 7:30 p.m. March 10. The event will be held at Christ Tabernacle Church, 1201 Coo- Learning to love God per Road, Jackson. For more information call (601) 212- 7513. Rev. Russell Myers is the pastor of United Christian By Rev. Leon Collier living God is a jealous God will last is that you must ac- ing on to. 1 Peter 2:1-3, “Put- Church (Disciples of Christ). Special to The Mississippi Link and will punish his people if quire a taste for the word of ting away therefore all wick- Today we they worship idol god’s made God. But, how can we acquire edness, all deceit, hypocrisies, will spend some of wood. This is a great insult a taste for the word? Here are envies, and all evil speaking, New Hope Baptist Church, 5202 Watkins Dr., Jackson, time in Deu- to God. a few suggestions. One source as newborn babies, long for will host its Youth Ministry Bazaar in the church’s Family teronomy and How can his people turn said: the pure milk of the word, that deal with the from worshipping a living God 1. Ask God to give you you may grow thereby, seeing Life Center from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 12. Tickets, which phrase,” love to worship a piece of wood greater delight in him and in that you have tasted that the include breakfast or lunch, and more information are avail- the Lord your shaped by human hands? This his word. Lord is gracious.” able by calling (601) 366-7002. Dr. Jerry Young is the God.” According to my re- is one of the greatest insults 2. Ask God to show you Listen to how the Living Bi- search, this phrase is recorded to God, because he can do what might be spoiling your ble says it: “So get rid of your pastor. at least nine times in Deuter- all things, but idol gods can- appetite for Him. The problem feelings of hatred. Don’t just onomy. So, it must be pretty not talk nor do anything at all. is, if you’re filling your life pretend to be good. Be done important. Let’s bring it on home. Those with earthly delights, you may with dishonesty and jealousy Greater Pearlie Grove M. B. Church, 1640 West County The first time this phrase is who love money, worship find that you’ve spoiled your and talking about others behind Line Road, Jackson, will host its Spring Blood Drive in the mentioned is in Deuteronomy money are an offence to God appetite for God’s word… their backs. Now that you real- church’s front parking lot at 9 a.m. March 13. The church 6:5, “…you shall love Yah- because money is just paper and you have weakened your ize how kind the Lord has been weh your God with all your and it only has value because capacity to delight in God’s to you, put away all evil, de- will celebrate its 146th Church Anniversary from 11 a.m. heart, and with all your soul, we say it does. But money word. This is why fasting from ception, envy, and fraud. Long to 2 p.m. March 20. For more information call (601) 354- and with all your might.” This ware out and new money has some of those earthly things to grow up in the fullness of verse tells us that we need to to be made. So, when some and activities helps break you your salvation; cry for this as a 2026. Rev. Stephen Mason is the pastor. and must put all of our power Christians love money more out of bondage from some baby cries for his milk.” into trying to love God. than God, he takes offence to things that keeping you from Next week, I will provide The Lord warned his people this because the money they delighting in God’s word. my personal opinions on what New Jerusalem Church, North Campus, all campuses, that if they didn’t try to love worship belongs to God and it 3. Then, if you want to cul- to do if you want to acquire a Jackson, will celebrate their pastor’s 20th pastoral Appre- him with all of their might has no life. tivate delight for God’s word, taste for God’s word. ciation on March 12, at the South Campus, 1285 Raymond when they enter the promised Deuteronomy 6:6, “Keep look for ways to keep God’s Rev. Leon Collier is the pas- land, they were sure to have these words, which I say to you word in front of you. This is tor of Makarios Worship Cen- Road, with a Celebration Roundup and Bar-B-Que from affections for idols gods. This this day, deep in your hearts.” a very good suggestion, be- ter, 464 Church Road, Madison. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Worship services/celebrations will take is why the Lord said in Deu- You must see God’s word as a cause God said the same thing He and wife, Minister Yolanda; teronomy 6:14, “Do not go prized possession. Like a life in Deuteronomy 6:8-9, “You are the proud parents of three place at all campuses which include: the North Campus, after other gods, the gods of raft…like something, you just shall bind them for a sign on daughters: Noel, Leona and 5708 Old Canton Road and the Midtown Campus, 1110 the peoples round about you.” can’t live without. The prob- your hand, and they shall be Leondria. Rev. Collier has re- Noel St., Jackson. Bishop Lester Love of New Orleans, If they had a half-hearted love lem is many church folk are for symbols between your ceived degrees from Criswell for God, they were bound to trying to live their lives with- eyes…You shall write them on College in Dallas, Texas; La., will be the special guest during the day’s events. For get caught up in idol worship. out the word. Some listen to it, the door posts of your house, Southern Methodist University more information call (601) 954-0286 or (601) 206-5844, Why? Evil supernatural spirits but they don’t apply it to their and on your gates.” – Perkins School of Theology; are working behind idols. lives and they don’t apply it The more you see the word, and a masters of divinity from or visit www.njc-ms.org. Rev. Dwayne K. Pickett, Sr. is God tried hard to make sure because God’s word is not a the more it is likely to get into Memphis Theological Semi- pastor. Israel understood the serious- prize possession to them. your spirit. The intent is to get nary; as well as participated in ness of worshipping, serv- Listen to what David said the word to digest the word the Theological Opportunities ing, and loving him alone. In about God’s word in Psalm into your heart and it becomes Program at Harvard Divinity Victory Family Church, 6725 I-55 South Frontage Road, Deuteronomy 6:4 He said, 119:162, “I rejoice at thy a part of your life and a part of School in Cambridge, Mass. Byram, will present it Easter At Victory Resurrection Ser- “Hear, Israel: Yahweh is our word, as one that finds great your decision making. This is Rev. Collier can be reached by God; Yahweh is one.” In other treasures.” having the mind of Christ. calling (601) 260-3016, (601) vice at 10 a.m. March 27. For more information call (601) words, there is no other God So, if you think you love 4. Be willing to repent of 855-7898 or email him at kar- 372-2122 or visit - http://www.VFCBYRAM.org. Pastor besides him, and that he, the God, the only way that love any sins that you may be hold- [email protected] and co-pastor are James and Maretta Nichols. www.mississippilink.com MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 11 PRESERVED Whom will Sweetness of singleness you serve? By Shewanda Riley I saw her getting the ingredients without it. his promised blessings of peace Columnist together, I asked her what she But, I was a believer when I and grace. By Pastor Simeon R. Green III share the love of Christ with A few years was planning on baking. She re- tasted the still warm cake a few If you are single by choice or Special to The Mississippi Link others, our love will be like ago, I participat- sponded with a broad smile and minutes later. As good as it tasted default, please consider your We find in Jesus and others will join us ed in a women’s a twinkle in her eyes, “A-7 Up plain, I think frosting would have singleness like that 7-Up Pound the Old Testa- in receiving God’s everlasting Bible study panel pound cake. I just kind of have a messed up it up. cake, fine all by itself. You may ment, the book and eternal love. When people at Oak Cliff Bi- taste for it.” I’ve thought about that 7-Up think that a relationship may of Joshua, chap- don’t know Christ, they will ble Fellowship Having eaten many slices of pound cake in relation to how make you look better but like the ter 24, verses make choices as if this is their where the focus 7-Up Pound cake but never hav- some single people may feel as cake, your life should be sweet 13-15, “And I whole lives. We must seek ye was relationships. The group of ing made one, I decided to help so though they are somehow incom- and satisfying with no added ex- have given you first the Kingdom of God. about 25 ladies had a hearty near- I could learn how to make one. I plete if they are not in a relation- tras (unhealthy relationships). a land for which ye did not la- Jesus had to make a choice. ly two-hour discussion on how got the bowls, 7-Up soda and pre- ship. I’ve even heard some singles However, if you do meet some- bour, and cities which ye built He gave His life so that we our marital/relationship statuses heated the oven as she directed. share how they feel invisible and body (like the 7-Up pound cake not, and ye dwell in them; of could be saved. Thank God for impacted our lives. One hour later as I saw the forgotten (especially in churches that was introduced to a scoop the vineyards and olive yards His Son, Jesus. It was a choice One question that came up sweet-smelling golden master- that promote their marriage min- of homemade vanilla ice cream) which ye planted not do ye eat. that affects us today, tomor- for singles (especially those of piece cooling on the kitchen coun- istry every week but say nothing it can only enhance your life by Now therefore fear the Lord, row and in the future. He gave us who are over 40) is how to ter, I asked her what she needed about singles). complementing it. and serve Him in sincerity Himself for all, that He might respond to the dreaded ques- to make the frosting. She quickly Psalm 34:8 says, “Taste and see Shewanda Riley is the author and in truth: and put away the rescue us from all sin and tion, “Why are you still single?” replied, “Oh no…no frosting, it’s that the LORD is good; blessed is of the Essence best-seller “Love gods which your fathers served cleanse us for good works. Thinking about how to graciously fine just like it is.” I’d had cake the man who takes refuge in him.” Hangover: Moving From Pain on the other side of the flood, In life, we have the oppor- respond to this question made me without frosting before, but I just The season of singleness can be to Purpose after a Relation- and in Egypt; and serve ye the tunity to make costly choices think about a few years earlier kept thinking that a little drizzle a sweet time of connection with ship Ends.” She can be reached Lord. And if it seems evil unto and there are those who will when my mother taught me how of frosting would make the cake God and others. It is also during at [email protected], at you to serve the Lord, choose make right choices. We read in to make 7-Up pound cake. look prettier and taste better. 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12 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Why Obama is one of the best ever By Jeffrey L. Boney his Republican colleagues had take the White House back, but ernment had been found to have pre-existing condition; allows cuss. NNPA News Wire Columnist no sincere intentions or desire also win back political power cheated out of loans and natural children to remain covered by Oh, and don’t forget that President to work with Obama to deal in the House and Senate. One resource royalties for years their parents’ insurance until the Obama managed to get re-elect- Barack Obama with the issues that America of the biggest items on their • Made the decision to inject age of 26; and requires health ed a second time, in spite of the will go down in was faced with. McConnell let agenda, however, was develop- $62 billion in federal money insurance plans to disclose how elaborate schemes and deliber- history, as argu- us know that their only focus ing a strategy to do everything into two of the three Detroit much of the premium actually ate attempts by his many de- ably one of the was seeking to make this new- in their power to collectively automakers, which helped sta- goes to patient care tractors, who were hell-bent on most success- ly-elected, African-American obstruct every single one of bilize the American automotive • Signed the Patient Protec- destroying his astonishing leg- ful presidents of president, a one-term president. Obama’s legislative agenda industry and helped save and tion and Affordable Care Act, acy before it truly even began. the United States. What he has It was shameful. items on his platform. create new jobs or as we affectionately call it, I just want to say congratula- been able to accomplish over Going even further, author In spite of these deliberate • Signed the Children’s Obamacare, into law, which tions to President Obama, who his nearly eight years in office Robert Draper released a jaw- and concocted acts of obstruc- Health Insurance Program Re- now allows over 32 million un- I believe will go down in the is remarkable – especially when dropping book, “Do Not Ask tionism, Obama never wavered. authorization Act, which was insured Americans to get health history books as the most suc- you consider the level of ob- What Good We Do: Inside the In his first-term as president of designed to strengthen the coverage cessful and impactful president structionism and racism he has U.S. House of Representa- the United States, Obama ac- Children’s Health Insurance In 2011, President Obama: America has ever elected. had to endure. tives,” where he claims that the complished a great deal. Program (CHIP) program and • Had known terrorist leader, And guess what? His legacy It is no secret that his Repub- Republicans anti-Obama cam- While having a Democrat- provide coverage to significant Osama bin Laden, captured and will become stronger and in- lican counterparts have sought paign began on the night of his controlled House and Senate numbers of uninsured children killed by U.S. Special Forces creasingly more relevant as to fight Obama since the day inauguration. Talk about cold- during the first two years of his and to improve the quality of • Ordered all U.S. military time passes on. he was sworn in to office. As blooded. presidency, Obama was able to care they receive forces out of Iraq, where the last Not bad for a guy who had a matter of fact, they wanted As Obama was smiling, wav- sign several pieces of legisla- In 2010, President Obama: troops left in December 2011 an obstructionist group of leg- to make things so difficult for ing and dancing with First Lady tion into law and make many • Signed the Fair Sentencing • Signed the FDA Food Safe- islators in the House and Sen- him, that they concocted a strat- Michelle at the numerous inau- executive decisions that have Act, which reduced the sentenc- ty Modernization Act, which ate, along with other external egy and a plan to ensure that he guration balls he had to attend, helped move this country for- ing disparity between crack- aims to ensure the U.S. food forces, wanting to make him a would not make it past his first Draper asserts that top Repub- ward. cocaine versus powder cocaine supply is safe by shifting the one-term president, huh? term. lican lawmakers and political In 2009, Obama: possession from 100 to 1 to 18 focus from responding to con- Jeffrey L. Boney serves as Don’t believe me? Well, let strategists held a secret meeting • Signed the Credit Card to 1 – a disparity that has dis- tamination to preventing it associate editor and an award- me provide you with a little where they plotted and devised Accountability, Responsibil- proportionately impacted Afri- • Released new fuel standards winning journalist for the proof. an elaborate scheme to bring ity, and Disclosure Act, which can Americans in this country to increase fuel efficiency for all Houston Forward Times news- “The single most important the president down, and make prohibits credit card compa- for decades new cars and trucks sold in the paper. He is a frequent contrib- thing we want to achieve is for things so difficult for him that nies from raising rates without • Signed the Dodd-Frank U.S., which will cover cars and utor on the Nancy Grace Show President Obama to be a one- the American people would advance notification, and also Wall Street Reform and Con- light trucks through 2025, and and has a daily radio talk show term president.” never re-elect him for a second- mandates a grace period on in- sumer Protection Act into law will save consumers money, called Real Talk with Jeffrey L. This was the bold statement term. terest rate increases, as well as in order to re-regulate the fi- reduce our dependence on oil, Boney. He is a Next Generation made by U.S. Senator Mitch According to Draper’s book, places strict limits on overdrafts nancial sector after they caused and protect the environment. Project Fellow, international McConnell on October 23, a little over 15 of those law- and other fees the catastrophic financial crisis All of this was done dur- speaker, entrepreneur, business 2010, prior to the midterm elec- makers and strategists met up • Signed the Claims Resolu- Health Care and Education Af- ing Obama’s first-term. There development strategist and tions, in an interview with the at a swanky, high-end establish- tion Act in 2009, which provid- fordability Reconciliation Act, are so many other outstanding founder/CEO of the Texas Busi- National Journal. ment called the Caucus Room ed $4.6 billion in funding for a which prevents insurance com- things that Obama has done. It ness Alliance. You can reach McConnell practically in- for several hours where they legal settlement with African panies from denying anyone would require more space on him at jboney1@forwardtimes. formed the world that he and kicked around ways to not only American farmers who the gov- insurance because they have a the page and more time to dis- com. Do presidential candidates The silly season is upon us

By James Clingman cally and economically empow- “need jobs” not reparations. “deserve” the black vote? NNPA Columnist ered? Has there been elected In an interview in Iowa Bernie The usual sus- leveraged any “black-specific” said, “[Reparations] likelihood By Julianne Malveaux Frankly, with the possible ex- We didn’t do it with Clinton pects are jock- reciprocity, such as what was of getting through Congress NNPA Columnist ception of Lyndon Johnson in 1996 when we voted for eying for posi- given to Hispanic, Filipino, is nil; second of all, I think it Michelle Al- in 1964 (after the passage of him even after welfare deform. tion with certain Jewish and LGBT groups? If would be very divisive.” Japa- exander, the the Civil Rights Act) and Rev. We didn’t do it with Obama in presidential can- you are intellectually honest, nese, Filipino and Jewish repa- brilliant author Jesse Jackson (after his his- 2012, when we voted for him didates. They you know the correct answers rations were not divisive? Feel- of The New Jim tory of activism) I don’t think after a disappointing first term. are vying for the to those questions. We give our ing “Berned,” y’all? Crow, writes any Democrat (or Republican) African Americans, like others, black spokesperson position, votes and get virtually nothing What we “need” is to be in The Nation for that matter. What has either must make demands of those knocking one another down as in return. How silly is that in paid for the jobs blacks used – that Hillary Clinton or Sanders done to “de- who hold public office, or they they rush toward the micro- the “Silly Season?” to have, as we talk about cre- Clinton does not “deserve” the serve” the black vote? are free to ignore us. phones and cameras. They are Carter G. Woodson wrote, ating more jobs. After enslave- black vote. She makes a strong No candidate should claim The challenge is that our two- acting real silly themselves “It is unfortunate that such a ment, black people were laid case. She reminds us that the the sentimental right to the party system too often fails to when it comes to endorsements large number of Negroes do not off with no severance package, Bill Clinton administration black vote either, and I think, provide us with a satisfactory and support for candidates who know any better than to stake 401-K or extended benefits. We yielded a draconian crime bill in some ways that is what Clin- set of alternatives to the status use them as sycophants to feed their whole fortune on poli- “need” our well deserved “back and welfare “deform” (I call ton is attempting. As Alexander quo. While I was disappointed us warmed-over political pabu- tics. History does not show that pay.” Reparatory justice is not a it “deform” instead of reform correctly points out in her ar- with Obama’s first term, I prob- lum. any race, especially a minor- panacea, but it sure would give because the Clinton changes ticle, some African Americans ably would have cut my hand Of course, the Democrats ity group, has ever solved an us a boost. Internally, black made a bad system worse) that are almost irrationally loyal to off before voting for Mitt Rom- are the heavy favorites among important problem by relying people must circulate our own demonized poor women. While the Clintons. Many other Afri- ney. Similarly, as disappointing black folks, so it’s pretty easy altogether on one thing, cer- $1.2 trillion aggregate income Bill and Hillary Clinton are two can Americans, though, have a as Clinton’s welfare deform for black political mouthpieces tainly not by parking its politi- among ourselves, and stop different people, Alexander measured view of the Clinton was, another Clinton term was to do their traditional thing on cal strength on one side of the exchanging it for everything uses Hillary quotes to illustrate years, celebrating historic ap- far preferable to a Bob Dole the Dems behalf and to our fence because of empty prom- someone else makes. We must the ways she supported her hus- pointments, like that of Alexis presidency. We too often are detriment, of course. The Re- ises.” produce more and consume band’s policies. Herman as Secretary of Labor, faced with imperfect options, publicans only have two or Black people must work on less. Alexander is right to say that condemning the ways that Lani and in choosing the lesser of three blacks asking us to vote being economically and po- Have you ever been sent to Hillary does not deserve the Guinier and Jocelyn Elders two evils. for them, despite their candi- litically empowered – in that someone else’s job to pick up black vote. She declines to en- were abandoned by the Clin- Alexander addresses the dates never citing black issues order, or at least concurrently. their check because that person dorse Sanders, though, describ- tons, and balancing policy fail- flaws of the two-party system in their speeches. But that’s par We will not win as long as we was unable to do so? It’s the ing him as “the lesser of two ures like welfare deform with in her article, and talks about a for the political course. stay on our present path, which same thing with reparations. evils.” To his credit, says Alex- some policy successes. “revolutionary movement” of Both parties are playing us, is seeking political empower- Malcolm said, “If you are the ander, Sanders opposed welfare Clinton’s stand-alone record people who believe that human and the sad part is that some of ment from an economically son of a man who had a wealthy deform and has been a far more includes a sensitivity to diversi- rights and economic justice are our own brothers and sisters are weak position. Amos Wilson estate and you inherit your fa- vocal and aggressive critic of ty that Sanders lacks. As a sen- attainable goals. There won’t helping them. But, that’s our wrote, “Economic powerless- ther’s estate, you have to pay banks than Clinton. But Alex- ator and as secretary of state, be a revolutionary movement own fault. ness means political powerless- off the debts that your father in- ander says he still doesn’t get she had staffs that were very before Nov. 7. So who deserves We vote for candidates sim- ness. The idea that the African curred before he died. The only “it” around issues of racial jus- inclusive, with several African the black vote? The candidate ply because someone famous American community can exer- reason that the present genera- tice, and notes that both he and American women, in particu- who works hardest for it. The endorses them. That’s why we cise effective power, political tion of white Americans are in a Hillary supported the Iraq war. lar, serving in leadership roles candidate who addresses the see this constant coming out or otherwise, without simulta- position of economic strength... I’m intrigued by the concept in the State Department. Her black community most directly party among black folks who neously exercising economic is because their fathers worked of “deserving” a vote. From record shows that, as president, and with the most relevance. like either Uncle Bernie or power, is a fantasy…” our fathers for over 400 years my perspective Sanders doesn’t she would continue her com- The candidate who not only Mama Hillary. One black com- There are several “black spe- with no pay. Your father isn’t deserve it, Clinton doesn’t de- mitment to diversity and that schedules very public meetings mentator said Bernie needs to cific” issues, but let’s look at here to pay. My father isn’t here serve it, and none of the motley we might finally have a cabinet with Rev. Al Sharpton, but less- “tell old civil rights stories” to just two: Internal and external to collect. But I’m here to col- crew of Republican candidates that “looks like America.” Does well covered meetings at a day get more black votes. Are we reparations. When asked about lect, and you’re here to pay.” deserve it. No Democrat or Re- her commitment to diversity care center, in a halfway house, so child-like that all it takes is the “R” word, Hillary Clinton In this silly season, confront publican has ever deserved the alone make her entitled to the in a hospital. for some celebrity, news com- said we need “investments in candidates with substantive is- black vote. black vote? The Black vote should not mentator or politician to issue our neighborhoods” instead sues rather than symbolic ges- The dictionary defines -de The black vote should be be something a candidate de- a statement of support for us to of reparations. Investment is tures. serve as, “to do something or earned, not bequeathed. But too serves. It should be something fall head-over-heels for a par- great, but the folks in the neigh- Jim Clingman, founder of have or show qualities worthy many African Americans seem a candidate earns. ticular candidate? That’s weak borhoods must have a say in The Greater Cincinnati African of (reward or punishment).” to think that voting is the most, Julianne Malveaux is an au- and intellectually lazy, y’all. who gets the development con- American Chamber of Com- To say someone “deserves” the not the least, they can do. We thor, economist and founder Think for yourself. Think inde- tracts and the jobs that come merce, is the national most black vote, suggests that some- must vote for politicians based of Economic Education. Pur- pendently. along with investment. Inter- prolific writer on economic em- one is entitled to it or has a right on their track record and also chase her latest book “Are We What exactly have we gained nally, black folks must start and powerment for Black people. to it. on their promises. But then we Better Off? Race, Obama and from candidates we have sup- grow more businesses and sup- For any questions, Clingman I don’t think any candidate must hold them accountable so Public Policy” at www.juli- ported, endorsed and worked port them with our dollars. can be reached at blackonom- has a right to the black vote. that they keep their promises. annemalveaux.com. for in the past? Are we politi- Bernie Sanders says blacks ics.com.

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Failure to comply with tion on which it is authorized to bid. Each bidder must deposit with its tential contractors, subcontractors, and other interested parties is strongly the City’s EBO Ordinance shall disqualify a contractor, bidder or offer, from proposal, a bid bond or certified check in an amount equal to five per- encouraged. being awarded an eligible contract. For more information on the City’s EBO cent (5%) of the total bid for the work, payable to the City of Jackson, Program, please contact the Office of Economic Development at (601)960- as the bid security. Awarding public contracts to non-resident Bidders will be on the same ba- 1638. Copies of the EBO Ordinance, EBO Plan Application and a copy of sis as the non-resident bidder’s state awards contracts to Mississippi Con- the EBO Program are available with the Office of Economic Development at The successful bidder shall furnish a Performance Bond and Payment tractors bidding under similar circumstances. Current state law, Mississippi 218 South President Street, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. Bond each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the con- General Laws of 2010, Chapter 383, section 31-3-21 of the Mississippi tract amount awarded. Attorneys-in-fact who sign Bid Bonds or Payment Code of 1972, as amended, requires a non‑resident bidder to attach to the The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The City also reserves Bonds and Performance Bonds must file with each bond a certified and bid a copy of the Bidder’s resident state’s current laws pertaining to such the right to waive any and all informalities in respect to any bid submitted. effective dated copy of their power of attorney. state’s treatment of nonresident contractors. Non-resident bidders must at- Bid awards will be made to the lowest and best bidder quoting the lowest net tach to their bid a copy of any bid preference law of the state, city, county, price in accordance with specifications. The award could be according to Proposals shall be submitted in triplicate, sealed and deposited with parish, province, nation or political subdivision where they are domiciled. If the lowest cost per item; or to the lowest total cost for all items; or to accept the City of Jackson’s City Clerk prior to the hour and date designated there is no such law where they are domiciled, all non-resident bidders shall all or part of any proposal. Delivery time may be considered when evaluat- above. Each bidder shall write its certificate of responsibility number on attach a letter to their bid stating that there is no bid preference law where ing the bid proposal. In those cases where it is known prior to advertising the outside of the sealed envelope containing its proposal. they are domiciled. The bid of any non-resident bidder who fails to attach that the City’s intention is to award according to the lowest total cost for all to its bid a copy of its domicile’s bid preference law or a letter stating that its items, or in some variation thereof, statements to this affect will be included The City of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to domicile has no such bid preference law, whichever is applicable, shall be on the proposal form. Absence of such statement means the City will make waive any and all informalities rejected and not considered for award. that determination during the bid review. Kishia L. Powell Gus McCoy Each Bidder must deposit with his bid a Bid Bond or Certified Check in an Hellene Greer, CPPB; Manager Director, Department of Public Works Chief Administrative Officer amount equal to five percent of his bid, payable to the City of Jackson as bid Purchasing Division security. Bidders shall also submit a current financial statement, if requested (601) 960-1533 or 1025 Terry Williamson by the City of Jackson. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Legal Counsel Payment Bond and Performance Bond each in the amount of 100% of the 3/10/2016, 3/17/2016 contract amount. 3/03/2016, 3/10/2016 LEGAL Contract Drawings, Contract Specifications, Instructions to Bidders and Bid- ders Proposal forms are on file and open to public inspection in the office of the Engineering Division, Department of Public Works, City of Jackson, REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS COMPREHENSIVE CLASSIFICATION Mississippi. Copies of the Instructions for Bidders and Bidder’s Proposal, AND COMPENSATION STUDY SERVICES Bid Bond, Contract Drawings and Contract Specifications may be procured Advertisement for Bid BY THE JACKSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY at the office of the Engineer between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., JMAA PROJECT NUMBER 003-16 Local Time, Monday through Friday, upon payment of $75.00, which will not Bid 3038 - George Elementary School Window Restoration be refunded. Checks are to be made payable to the Engineer. The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (“JMAA”) requests Proposals (“Pro- Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bid will be received by the posal”) for professional services for a Comprehensive Classification and The Engineer is Southern Consultants, Inc. (A Woman’s Business Enter- Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the Business Of- Compensation Study (“Services”). The Consultant is to be qualified and expe- prise), 5740 County Cork Road, Jackson, Mississippi 39206; (601) 957- fice, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until 2:00 P.M. (Local rienced in the development of compensation methodology, job descriptions, 0999, Fax No. (601) 957-9332. For technical questions please contact Mi- Prevailing Time) April 11, 2016, at which time and place they will be publicly job classifications, and job evaluations. JMAA desires to obtain a consultant chael A. Brownlee, P.E. at Southern Consultants, Inc. opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning the project will be who will assist JMAA in reviewing the existing job descriptions, compensation held at George Elementary School, 1020 Hunter Street, Jackson, MS 39204, structure and make recommendations for improvements to the existing sys- The City of Jackson hereby notifies all Bidders that minority and women on March 17, 2016, at 2:00 P.M. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is tem or implementation of a new systems. business enterprises are solicited to bid on these contracts as prime con- non-mandatory but strongly suggested. The Board of Trustees reserves the tractors and are encouraged to make inquiries regarding potential subcon- right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities, and to withhold the JMAA will receive Proposals to perform the Services at the offices of JMAA, tracting opportunities, equipment, material and/or supply needs. acceptance of any bid if approved for forty-five calendar days from the date Suite 300, Main Terminal Building, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International bids are opened. A $50.00 deposit shall be required on each set of plans and Airport, 100 International Drive, Jackson, Mississippi 39208, until 3:00 p.m. The City of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive specifications, to be refunded upon return of all documents in good condition, central time on March 18, 2016 (the “Deadline”). any informalities or irregularities therein. returned by 4:30 p.m. the day of bid opening. JMAA will not consider any Proposals received after the Deadline for any Kishia L. Powell Gus McCoy Proposal forms and detailed specifications may be obtained from Burris/Wa- reason whatsoever. Information for Respondents relating to this Request for Director, Department of Public Works Chief Administrative Officer gnon Architects, P.A., 500L Proposals (“RFP”) is on file and open for public inspection at the offices of East Woodrow Wilson Avenue, Jackson, MS 39216, Phone: 601-969-7543, JMAA. The Information for Respondents contains a copy of the RFP, General Terry Williamson Fax: 601-969-9374. Information for Respondents, Information Required from Respondents and Legal Counsel Criteria for Selection. Interested persons may obtain a copy of the Informa- 3/10/2016, 3/17/2016 tion for Respondents from JMAA by contacting Ms. Karen Hatten, JMAA’s 3/03/2016, 3/10/2016 Procurement Specialist, as follows:

Jackson Municipal Airport Authority 100 International Drive, Suite 300 (39208) Post Office Box 98109 Jackson, Mississippi 39298-8109 Attention: Karen Hatten, Procurement Specialist Telephone No.: (601) 939-5631, ext. 210 Facsimile No.: (601) 939-3713 E-Mail: [email protected]

or from JMAA’s website at www.jmaa.com/resources/rfprfb-center/.

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Legal Notice DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION Legal Notice BUREAU OF BUILDING, GROUNDS AND The City of Jackson intends to employ a consulting engineering firm to REAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT The City of Jackson intends to employ a consulting engineering firm to provide en- provide engineering services to reconstruct Medgar Evers Boulevard from JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI gineering services to reconstruct Mill Street from Capitol Street to Woodrow Wil- Sunset Drive to Northside Drive Project No. 15B4006.301, Hinds County. son Project No. 15B4008.301, Hinds County. This contract includes preliminary This contract includes preliminary engineering services, environmental ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS engineering services, environmental phase services, traffic analysis, right-of-way/ phase services, traffic analysis, right-of-way/easement acquisition, road- easement acquisition, roadway design, surveying, construction engineering, and way design, surveying, construction engineering, and inspection. This Sealed bids will be received at the Bureau of Building, Grounds and Real Property inspection. This contract will also include conducting public townhall meetings to contract will also include conducting public townhall meetings to gather Management, 501 North West Street, Suite 1401 B, Jackson, Mississippi, 39201, gather input and support for roadway design. input and support for roadway design. until 2:00:00 p.m. on Thursday, 03/31/2016 , for: Mill Street is a minor arterial along the Canadian National Railroad yard connect- Reconstruction of Medgar Evers Blvd will be a multi-phase project. The RE: GS# 101-294 Utility Infrastructure ing Downtown, Midtown, and West Fondren. The concrete street will be rebuilt first phase will reconstruct the segment between Sunset Drive and North- Alcorn State University with an asphalt roadway that provides room for a shared use path on the east side Drive. The concrete pavement will be replaced with a new subbase side of the street. Water and sewer lines will be repaired and replaced with some and asphalt pavement. Water and sewer lines that cross the street will at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Contract documents may be lines enlarged to handle additional system capacity. Storm drain lines, inlets, and be replaced/rehabilitated. Traffic signals at each end of the project will be obtained from: culverts will be repaired or replaced. replaced with geometric improvements at Sunset Dr. and adjustments to median crossovers at other intersections. A shared use path will be built to Professional: Atherton Consulting Engineers, Inc. - Jackson Consulting engineering firms interested in providing these services may so indi- connect apartments and an elderly and disabled living facility on Sunset to (Jackson, Mississippi, through cate by furnishing the City of Jackson seven (7) copies of an Expression of Inter- a grocery store on Northside. the Office listed herein) est which should consist of the following: Address: Post Office Box 16511 Consulting engineering firms interested in providing these services may so Jackson, Mississippi 39236-6511 • A cover letter specifying the name and complete description of project, the name indicate by furnishing the City of Jackson seven (7) copies of an Expres- Phone: 601-362-6478 of the project manager, and the location and address of the office to be assigned sion of Interest which should consist of the following: Email: [email protected] the majority of the work; • A resume for each principal member, the project manager, and employee(s) of • A cover letter specifying the name and complete description of project, A deposit of $100.00 is required. Bid preparation will be in accordance with the firm anticipated to be assigned to the project. Also, provide an organizational the name of the project manager, and the location and address of the of- Instructions to Bidders bound in the project manual. The Bureau of Building, chart and list each person’s experience and qualifications, including proof that the fice to be assigned the majority of the work; Grounds and Real Property Management reserves the right to waive irregularities Project Manager is licensed as a Mississippi Professional Engineer and that the • A resume for each principal member, the project manager, and and to reject any or all bids. NOTE: Telephones and desks will not be available firm has met state licensure and certification requirements; employee(s) of the firm anticipated to be assigned to the project. Also, for bidders use at the bid site. • A description of similar type work completed during the past five (5) years which provide an organizational chart and list each person’s experience and qualifies the consultant for this work; the cost and schedule completion (or actual qualifications, including proof that the Project Manager is licensed as a Glenn R. Kornbrek, Bureau Director completion) of this work; Mississippi Professional Engineer and that the firm has met state licensure Bureau of Building, • A response containing the information upon which the consultant will be evalu- and certification requirements; Grounds and Real Property Management ated; and, • A description of similar type work completed during the past five (5) • EBO Plan required with submission. years which qualifies the consultant for this work; the cost and schedule 3/3/2016, 3/10/2016 completion (or actual completion) of this work; For any additional questions, please contact Lacey Reddix at lreddix@jacksonms. • A response containing the information upon which the consultant will be LEGAL gov or 601-960-2041. evaluated; and, • EBO Plan required with submission. The City will evaluate the Expressions of Interest based on the following factors Request for Statement of Qualifications listed in their relative order of importance: For Professional Consultant Services For any additional questions, please contact Lacey Reddix at lreddix@ jacksonms.gov or 601-960-2041. • Experience of the firm in performing specific services and experience in prepar- FOR THE PREPARATION OF AN EVALUATION OF ing projects; The City will evaluate the Expressions of Interest based on the following THE CITY OF JACKSON AMERICORPS PROGRAM • Qualifications and experience of staff to be assigned to the project based on factors listed in their relative order of importance: requested scope of services; City of Jackson, Mississippi • Size of the firm’s professional and technical staff with respect to the services • Experience of the firm in performing specific services and experience in needed; preparing projects; Public Notice • Project Approach; • Qualifications and experience of staff to be assigned to the project based Request for Statement of Qualifications • Local presence of the firm. on requested scope of services; • Size of the firm’s professional and technical staff with respect to the The City of Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking Statements of Qualifications The City reserves the right to select one (1) consultant or select a short list of con- services needed; (SOQ’s) Tuesday, March 29, 2016, from consulting firms desiring to provide sultants from whom more information will be required. The City reserves the right • Project Approach; consultant services for the preparation of a program Evaluation of the City’s to reject any and all Proposals, discontinue Contract execution, and/or request • Local presence of the firm. AmeriCorps Program. additional information with any party at any time prior to final Contract execution.

The City reserves the right to select one (1) consultant or select a short Statements of Qualifications packets may be secured from the Department The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in public list of consultants from whom more information will be required. The City of Human and Cultural Services, Metrocenter Mall, 1000 Metrocenter Suite contracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and equal busi- reserves the right to reject any and all Proposals, discontinue Contract 101., Jackson, Mississippi, 39209, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday ness opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. As a precondition to execution, and/or request additional information with any party at any time - Friday, or call Linda Caldwell and/ or Gregory Riley, at telephone number selection, each contractor, bidder or offeror shall submit a completed and signed prior to final Contract execution. (601) 960-0335. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Executive Order. Failure to comply with the City’s Executive Order shall disqualify a contractor, bidder or offeror from being The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in The City of Jackson is committed to the principal of non-discrimination in awarded an eligible contract. For more information on the City of Jackson’s Equal public contracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and public contracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and Business Opportunity Program, please contact the Division of Equal Business equal business opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. equal business opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. As a Opportunity at (601) 960-1856. Copies of the Executive Order, EBO Plan Appli- As a precondition to selection, each contractor, bidder or offeror shall sub- pre-condition to selection, every contractor, bidder or offer shall submit a com- cations and a copy of the Program are available at 200 South President Street, mit a completed and signed Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Executive pleted and signed Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan Application with Warren Hood Building, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. Order. Failure to comply with the City’s Executive Order shall disqualify the bid submission, in accordance with the provisions of the City of Jackson’s a contractor, bidder or offeror from being awarded an eligible contract. EBO Ordinance. Failure to comply with the City’s ordinance shall disqualify a The City of Jackson hereby notifies all bidders that in compliance with Title VI of For more information on the City of Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity contractor, bidder or offer from being awarded an eligible contract. the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d - 4, that all Program, please contact the Division of Equal Business Opportunity at bidders will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation (601) 960-1856. Copies of the Executive Order, EBO Plan Applications For more information on the City of Jackson’s EBO Program, please contact and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, and a copy of the Program are available at 200 South President Street, the Office of Economic Development at 960-1638. Copies of the EBO Or- or sex, in consideration for an award. Warren Hood Building, Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. dinance, EBO Plan Application, EBO Program, the MBE/FBE Directory and MBE/FBE Certification Affidavit are available at 200 South President Street, The City of Jackson, Mississippi is committed to cultivating and ensuring the qual- The City of Jackson hereby notifies all bidders that in compliance with Second Floor, Jackson, Mississippi. ity of life of its citizens, through various programs, employment, initiatives, and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000d assistance. The City of Jackson encourages all persons, corporations, and/or to 2000d - 4, that all bidders will be afforded full opportunity to submit Proposals should be submitted to the City Clerk’s office, no later than 3:30 entities doing business within the City of Jackson, as well as those who seek to bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on PM, local time on contract with the City of Jackson on various projects and/or conduct business in the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex, in consideration for an Tuesday, March 29, 2016. Jackson to assist the City of Jackson in achieving its goal by strongly considering award. city of Jackson residents for employment opportunities. Adriane Dorsey-Kidd The City of Jackson, Mississippi is committed to cultivating and ensuring Director of the Department of Human and Cultural Services To be considered, all replies must be received by 3:30 p.m., April 5, 2016, in the the quality of life of its citizens, through various programs, employment, City of Jackson, MS Office of the City Clerk, 219 South President Street, Jackson, MS, 39201. initiatives, and assistance. The City of Jackson encourages all persons, corporations, and/or entities doing business within the City of Jackson, 3/03/2016, 3/10/2016 Kishia L. Powell Gus McCoy as well as those who seek to contract with the City of Jackson on various Director, Department of Public Works Chief Administrative Officer projects and/or conduct business in Jackson to assist the City of Jackson in achieving its goal by strongly considering city of Jackson residents for ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Terry Williamson employment opportunities. Legal Counsel Advertisement for Bid To be considered, all replies must be received by 3:30 p.m., April 5, 2016, 3/03/2016 3/10/2016 in the Office of the City Clerk, 219 South President Street, Jackson, MS, Bid 3030 - Career Development Center Roof Replacement 39201. Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bid will be received by the ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Kishia L. Powell Gus McCoy Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the Business Office, Director, Department of Public Works Chief Administrative Officer 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until 2:00 P.M. (Local Prevailing Advertisement for Bids Time) April 06, 2016, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and Terry Williamson read aloud. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning the project will be held at Career Bid 3036 Forest Hill High School Gym Floor Replacement Legal Counsel Development Center, 2703 First Avenue, Jackson, MS 39209 on March 17, 2016, Bid 3037 Jim Hill High School Gym Floor Replacement at 10:00 A.M. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is non-mandatory but strongly 3/03/2016, 3/10/2016 suggested. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids, Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bids will be received by the to waive informalities, and to withhold the acceptance of any bid if approved for Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the Business Of- forty-five calendar days from the date bids are opened. A $100.00 deposit shall be fice, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until 2:00 P.M. (Local ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS required on each set of plans and specifications, to be refunded upon return of all Prevailing Time) April 08, 2016, at which time and place they will be publicly documents in good condition, returned within two weeks of bid opening. opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning the project will Advertisement for Bids be held at Forest Hill High School Gym, 2607 Raymond Road, Jackson, MS Proposal forms and detailed specifications may be obtained from Micro Print- 39212, on March 18, 2016, at 2:00 P.M. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning the Bid 3031 - Galloway Elementary School Roof Replacement and Repair ing and Blueprint, 225 E. Pearl Street, Jackson, MS 39201, Phone: 601-355- project will be held at Jim Hill High School Gym, 2185 Fortune Street, Jack- Bid 3032 - Provine High School Roof Replacement and Repair 9543. For inquiries contact Durrell Design Group, 851 E. Northside Dr., Clinton, son, MS 39204, on March 18, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. Attendance at the pre-bid MS 39056, Phone: 601-708-4788, Fax: 601-488-4717, Email: contact@durrell- conference is non-mandatory but strongly suggested. The Board of Trustees Sealed, written formal bid proposals for the above bids will be received by the designgroup.com reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities, and to with- Board of Trustees of the Jackson Public School District, in the Business Of- hold the acceptance of any bid if approved for forty-five calendar days from fice, 662 South President Street, Jackson, Mississippi, until 10:00 A.M. (Local Requester: Please provide company name, contact person and telephone num- the date bids are opened. A $50.00 non-refundable deposit shall be required Prevailing Time) April 07, 2016, at which time and place they will be publicly ber, physical address, email address if applicable and Certificate of Responsibility on each set of plans and specifications. Deposits are to be submitted to Jack- opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning the project will be (COR) Number. son Public School, Pamela Young, Environmental and Technical Services, held at Galloway Elementary School, 186 Idlewild Street, Jackson, MS 39203 3/3/2016, 3/10/2016 101 Near Street, Jackson, MS 39203. Phone: 601-960-8969. on March 23, 2016, at 9:00 A.M. A Pre-Bid Conference concerning the project for Provine High School will be held at 2400 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS Proposals may be picked up at the address listed above or by emailing Ana 39209 on March 23, 2016 at 10:30 A.M. Attendance at the pre-bid conference Crossley at HYPERLINK “mailto:[email protected]” acrossley@ is non-mandatory but strongly suggested. The Board of Trustees reserves the jackson.k12.ms.us . right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities, and to withhold the ac- ceptance of any bid if approved for forty-five calendar days from the date bids 3/10/2016, 3/17/2016 are opened. A $100.00 deposit shall be required on each set of plans and specifications, to be refunded upon return of all documents in good condition, returned within two weeks of bid opening. Cryptogram Solution Proposal forms and detailed specifications may be obtained from Micro Print- ing and Blueprint, 225 E. Pearl Street, Jackson, MS 39201, Phone: 601-355- 9543. For inquiries contact Durrell Design Group, 851 E. Northside Dr., Clin- ton, MS 39056, Phone: 601-708-4788, Fax: 601-488-4717, Email: contact@ durrelldesigngroup.com

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3.556x4 48 Web 3.33x4 46 Web 16 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Worsham, Collins Alcorn State’s Haynes named named All-SWAC SWAC player of the year Mississippi Link Newswire Mississippi Link Newswire Keiana Vines - Texas Southern BIRMINGHAM, Ala – The South- Jackson State University Bas- NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR western Athletic Conference released its ketball players Raeford Worsham Niya Head - Arkansas-Pine Bluff women’s basketball postseason awards and Paris Collins received recog- FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR March 7, to cap off the 2015-16 season. nition from the Southwestern Ath- Jazmin Boyd - Grambling State All honors including first and second letic Conference Monday morning COACH OF THE YEAR team selections were voted on by the as the league announced its annual Nadine Domond - Grambling State league’s head coaches, sports informa- award winners. Both players were FIRST TEAM tion directors and selected media mem- named All-SWAC second team Guard - Brianna Sidney - Texas South- bers. members. ern Alcorn State Forward Norianna Haynes Worsham, who has played in 30 Guard - Britney Washington - South- was recognized as Player of the Year and games with 29 starts this season, ern selected on the All-SWAC Women’s Bas- leads the team in scoring (13.4 Forward - NORIANNA HAYNES - ketball First Team capping off a stellar ppg) and rebounding (7.5 rpg). He Alcorn State University senior year for the Lady Brave. also has a team high 26 blocked Forward - Britney Wright - Alabama Worsham Haynes scored a career high 39 points shots and is second in steals (54). State versus University of Louisiana-Lafayette He is ranked ninth in the league in Center - Keiana Vines - Texas South- and led the team in scoring 20 times this scoring, third in rebounding, sixth Haynes ern season, and scored over 30 points five in field goal percentage (.528), SECOND TEAM times. eleventh in assists (66), third in NCAA), making 157 (14th in NCAA). Guard - Shakyla Hill - Grambling State Haynes tops the league in scoring, steals and seventh in blocked Norianna finished her career with 914 Guard - Lamaria Cole - Prairie View averaging 20.3 points a game (30th in shots. points, 399 rebounds, 103 steals, 66 as- A&M NCAA), her 568 total points ranks 39th Paris Collins, who played in 30 sists and 24 blocks in her two seasons as Forward - Larissa Scott - Prairie View in NCAA. Haynes recorded a league games with 21 starts, is the second a Lady Brave. A&M high 12 double-doubles (37th in NCAA). leading scorer (13 ppg) and sec- SWAC recognized additional student- Forward - Toni Cheadle - Texas South- In conference play, Haynes averaged ond leading rebounder (6.0 rpg) athletes below. ern 20.9 points and 9.9 rebounds. Haynes and he leads the team in steals DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE Center - Jasmine Peeples - Alabama recorded 222 free throw attempts (7th in (57). He is second in the league WEEK State in steals, tenth in scoring and re- bounding, eleventh in 3-point FG made (44) and blocked shots (21). The Tigers enter the SWAC Collins Tournament as the No. 3 seed and Players sought for Farmer Jim will take on No. 6 Prairie View Forward – Malcolm Riley – A&M today at 2:30 p.m. Texas Southern A complete list of the 2016 Forward – Raeford Worsham – Neal Golf Classic on April 8 SWAC Men’s Basketball postsea- Jackson State son awards follows: Center – Nick West – Alabama Mississippi Link Newswire an individual golfer; $80 for ladies flight this golf tournament, which is the largest FIRST TEAM A&M The 15th annual Farmer Jim Neal Golf only; $650 for a par sponsorship; $470 for fundraiser of the year for the Friends or- Guard – Chris Thomas – Texas PLAYER OF THE YEAR Classic is set for April 8 at Whisper Lake ladies flight par sponsorship. Breakfast, ganization. Southern Derrick Griffin – Texas South- Country Club in Madison. lunch and dinner are provided, and each “One of the things, the main reason I do Guard – Jamel Waters – Ala- ern The format is a four-person scramble participant receives a goody bag. it every year, is that it’s such an awesome bama State DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF with a double shotgun start, the first at 8 Prizes are awarded for longest drive, event that gives back to Mississippi State Forward – Ladarius Tabb -Ala- THE YEAR a.m., the second at 1 p.m. A special Ladies double eagle, longest putt, closest-to-the- Hospital in the name of Farmer Jim Neal,” bama A&M Derrick Griffin – Texas South- Flight is planned again this year for the 8 hole and holes in one. There will also be said Joel Ross, a Friends board member Forward – Adrian Rodgers – ern a.m. slot. ladies-only awards. and regular tournament participant. “He Southern NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR Proceeds from the tournament ben- The tournament is named in honor of was such an awesome individual who did Center – Derrick Griffin – Texas Derrick Griffin – Texas South- efit Friends of Mississippi State Hospital, the late “Farmer Jim” Neal, a Jackson ra- so much for the hospital. It’s a great way Southern ern Inc., a volunteer, non-profit organization dio personality and state legislator whose to honor his name.” SECOND Team FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR that promotes awareness of mental health involvement with Mississippi State Hos- Sponsors for this year’s tournament in- Guard - Tamarcio Wilson – Al- Nigel Ribeiro – Grambling issues and raises funds for projects that pital traces to the 1950s. On the airwaves clude BankPlus, Valley and Ergon. corn State State enhance the quality of life for patients and for decades, he was a strong advocate of For more information about regis- Guard - Paris Collins – Jackson COACH OF THE YEAR residents at the hospital. community service, volunteer work and tration or sponsorships, contact Sheila State Mike Davis Contribution levels begin at $125 for charity. That spirit of service carries on in Shows of MSH at (601) 351-8377. Mississippi Valley announces 2016 football schedule Delta Devils shooters sputter Mississippi Link Newswire to Missoula, Mont., to face the Univer- schedule in regular season finale ITTA BENA - The Delta Devils are sity of Montana Oct. 8. Oct. 15, finds the 09/03 Eastern Michigan University scheduled to open the 2016 season in Delta Devils on the road to Montgomery, 09/10 Alabama A&M University Mississippi Link Newswire Latrell Love all shot over 50 percent Ypsilanti, Mich., with Eastern Michigan Ala., to face off against Alabama State at 09/17 Texas Southern University PINE BLUFF, Ark. – The Mis- for the first half yet the sweet- sci University on Sept. 3. The home season 2 p.m. 09/24 Prairie View A&M University sissippi Valley State Delta Devils ence of shooting plagued the team opener will take place at 4 p.m. Sept. 10, Homecoming at “The Valley” is set for 10/01 Jackson State University closed out their regular season with as a whole after halftime. when the Bulldogs of Alabama A & M 2 p.m. Oct. 22 at against the Tigers of 10/08 University of Montana a 78- 71 loss to the Golden Lions The second half of the game saw visit Rice-Totten Stadium. Grambling State. November begins with 10/15 Alabama State University of Arkansas Pine Bluff on March 5. Marcus Romain find his stroke as On Sept. 17, MVSU will travel to Hous- the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff in 10/22 Grambling State University - While the Mississippi Valley he went 50 percent from the field ton, Texas, to face Texas Southern Uni- Pine Bluff, Ark. Nov. 5. Homecoming dominated the interior the entire contributing 31 points for the game versity, prior to returning home to host the The final home contest is scheduled for 11/05 University of Arkansas-Pine game, perimeter shooting was an along with 8 rebounds. Henry also Panthers of Prairie View A & M Univer- Nov. 12, against Alcorn State; kickoff is Bluff issue. The shooting touch faded as added 11 points and 7 rebounds for sity on Sept.24. The fans can look forward scheduled for 1 p.m. Mississippi Valley 11/12 Alcorn State University the 59 percent average from the first the Delta Devils. to an intense contest in Jackson Oct.1, as will finish the regular season in Baton 11/19 Southern University half iced to a mere 37 percent from Currently the Delta Devils are the Delta Devils square off against the Rouge, La., playing Southern University. 12/03 SWAC Football Championship the field and 11 percent behind the in the lab working on a formula to Jackson State Tigers. Dates and times are subject to change. Houston, TX arc, in the second half. place them in the SWAC Champi- For the first time, MVSU will travel 2016 Mississippi Valley State football 12/17 Celebration Bowl Atlanta Ta’Jay Henry, John Sanders, and onship Game.

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MAT THOMAS, OWNER 18 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 www.mississippilink.com Aunjanue Ellis London Has Fallen THE “OF MIND AND MUSIC” INTERVIEW ADRENALINE-FUELED SEQUEL FOLLOWS

By Kam Williams ‘BIGGER IS BETTER’ GOLDEN RULE Mississippi Link Newswire By Kam Williams Aunjanue Ellis currently stars Mississippi Link Newswire as Miranda Shaw, the director The conventional wisdom for shooting a sequel of an FBI base who oversees to a successful action flick is everything “bigger is the training of a new group of better.” In the case of this bigger-budgeted follow recruits, on the ABC-TV drama up to Olympus Has Fallen, that translates to bigger “Quantico.” She recently ap- guns, more elaborate chase scenes, a higher body- peared on BET’s epic series “The count and more bombastic pyrotechnics, including Book of Negroes” for which she my favorite staple of the genre, exploding cars ca- received a Television Critics’ reening off cliffs in flames. Choice Award nomination for Directed by Babak Najafi, London Has Fallen Best Actress in a Movie or Lim- again stars Gerard Butler as Mike Banning, the ited Series. Aunjanue Ellis plays the role of a New Orleans street singer in Of Mind Secret Service Agent in charge of protecting the Angela Bassett and Morgan Freeman star in Lon- Ellis has also starred in numer- and Music. PHOTO COURTESY OF UNA VIDA President of the United States. Also reprising their don Has Fallen. ous movies, including The Help, roles are Radha Mitchell as his wife Leah, Aaron where she played Yule Mae Da- of the screening was magic. And Eckhart as President Asher, Morgan Freeman as tendance. vis, the maid arrested for alleg- while I had no expectations, I Vice President Trumbull, Angela Basset as secret Banner instinctively springs into action, endeav- edly stealing a ring. In the James had an inkling that something re- service director Lynne Jacobs, Melissa Le as Sec- oring to escort the president via limo from West- Brown biopic “Get On Up,” she markable would happen. retary of Defense Ruth McMillan and Robert For- minster Abbey back to Air Force One. Of course, portrayed Vicki Anderson, ac- KW: AALBC.com founder ster as General Clegg. this is easier said than done, since it’s almost im- knowledged by Brown in his au- Troy Johnson asks: What was the At the point of departure, we find the Banning’s possible to tell the good guys from the bad, and ter- tobiography as probably the best last book you read? picking out paint samples for their first baby’s rorists armed with automatic weapons and RPGs singer he ever witnessed. AE: I am reading several nursery. Leah is due in a couple weeks, and the are lying in wait at every turn. Also, aboard for the Earlier in her career, she starred books at the same time now, but prospect of fatherhood has Mike seriously contem- hair-raising roller coaster ride are director Jacobs, opposite Denzel Washington in you can find most of my DNA on plating retirement. But before he has a chance to Andrew Pleavin as agent Bronson, and Charlotte The Taking of Pelham 123, and “A Brief History of Seven Kill- tender a letter of resignation, word arrives that the Riley as a MI6 agent which they encounter along opposite Samuel L. Jackson in ings” by Marlon James. British Prime Minister has just passed away unex- the way. The Caveman’s Valentine. She KW: The music maven Heath- pectedly. With the help of cartoon physics and a bul- shared a SAG Award nomination er Covington question: What was Over his worried wife’s objections, Banning letproof physique, Mike ultimately manages to for her role as Mary Ann Fisher Ellis the last song you listened to? grudgingly agrees to join the detail accompanying prevail against the army of bloodthirsty jihadists in Ray, and received an NAACP AE: “Turn Your Love” by the President to the funeral. doing the bidding of the diabolical mastermind Image Award nomination for her thanks for another opportunity to Half Moon Run. Then, I lis- Despite very heavy security in London, all hell Aamir Barkawi played by Alon Aboutboul. Let’s performance as a medical student speak with you. tened to myself eviscerate Al breaks loose when radical Muslims disguised as just pray that he’s up for a third round of heroic in Men of Honor. Aunjanue Ellis: Thanks, Kam. Green’s version of “One Day at a Bobbies and Beefeaters open fire, assassinating exploits to keep the world safe for freedom and Aunjanue’s additional film KW: What interested you in Time.”Thank God for walls. several of the 28 leaders of the Free World in at- democracy. credits include Romeo and Juliet Of Mind and Music? Do you KW: What is your favorite in Harlem, Ed’s Next Move, The know anyone suffering from Al- dish to cook? Express, Freedomland, Lovely zheimer’s? AE: My cherry cobbler. I can Cryptogram and Amazing, A Map of the AE: It was a New Orleans sto- eat the whole thing by myself. A cryptogram is a puzzle where a sentence is encoded by substituting the World, Notorious and The Volun- KW: Ling-Ju Yen asks: What actual letters of the sentence with different letters. The challenge of the ry, first and foremost, and my ro- puzzle is to ‘decode’ the sentence to reveal the original English sentence. teer. She made her motion picture mance with that place is deep and is your earliest childhood mem- We have provided a few of the decoded letters to help get you started. debut in Jim McKay’s Sundance enduring. And yes, my Aunt Mae ory? Hint: Quote by Chris Rock Film Festival hit Girls Town, op- had Alzheimer’s. My mother has AE: My heartbreak when my posite Lili Taylor. Parkinson’s disease. So, neurode- crush, Tommy Vick, shared his On television, she starred in generative diseases have defined headband with another girl. I was “Abducted: The Carlina White our family life. It was free thera- 3. Story” and garnered a second py for me to be able to explore the KW: Who loved you uncon- NAACP Image Award nomina- living pain of it as an actor. ditionally during your formative tion for her portrayal of Candy KW: How did you prepare to years? Carson in the made for televi- play Queenie? AE: My grandmother loved sion film “Gifted Hands: The Ben AE: One of the symptoms of me crazily. © Feature Exchange Carson Story.” Aunjanue has ap- Parkinson’s is intermittent de- KW: Was there a meaning- (For puzzle answer keys, see page 14) peared as a series regular on “The mentia. So my mother’s experi- ful spiritual component to your Mentalist,” “High Incident,” “E- ence informed a great deal of my childhood? Ring” and “Justice.” choices. I studied her and took AE: Spiritual component: Though born in San Francisco, what I learned to work. Well, I was raised by the wife of she claims the small Mississippi KW: What was the most chal- a pastor of four churches. So, I town of McComb as her home. lenging aspect of the role? was in church in some capacity There, Aunjanue’s grandmother AE: I had never played any- almost every day from the time I raised her on a farm that has been one like her before. What was was three until I went to college. in the family for generations. most challenging was playing There was no choice. But I have “My mother gifted me with my the age which meant a long time no resentments. None. In fact, I particular kind of radical imagi- in makeup, and being consistent am so grateful for it. The experi- nation,” she reflects, “and my with her manner. I hope that peo- ence of that rooted me in the no- grandmother gave me the tools to ple will watch the movie and start tion of worship. And that is what execute it.” a needed conversation about the art is – worship. But it was not until she was a woes and rewards of caregiving KW: If you could have one student at Tougaloo College that for someone who has the disease. wish instantly granted, what Aunjanue would discover the And also I hope it spurs an urgen- would that be for? stage. That led her to transfer to cy to cure it. AE: Oh gosh, me and wish- Brown University, where she re- KW: Congratulations on the es. The first is I would cure my ceived her Bachelor of Arts de- success of The Birth of a Na- mom’s Parkinson’s. gree in African-American Stud- tion, where you play Nat Turner’s KW: The Tavis Smiley ques- ies, while also training as an actor. mom, Nancy. Were you surprised tion: How do you want to be re- She went onto receive a Master of when the movie won both the au- membered? Fine Arts degree from New York dience’s and the jury’s Best Pic- AE: For working to the bone to University’s Tisch School of the ture awards at the Sundance Film rid my home state of Mississippi Arts. Festival last month? of its racist fetishes. And for my Here, she talks about her latest AE: Thank you. I loved work- cobbler, of course. [Laughs] outing as a New Orleans street ing with Nate on the film. He is KW: Thanks again for the singer suffering from Alzheim- such a generous director, pro- time, Aunjanue, and best of luck er’s in Of Mind and Music. ducer and acting partner. I am so with the film. Kam Williams: Hi Aunjanue, proud to be a part of it. The night AE: Thank you, Kam. ENTERTAINMENT

www.mississippilink.com MARCH 10 - 16, 2016 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 19 Brown’s autopsy report released By Kate Brumback and Jeff Martin death is the condition which Associated Press starts the downhill course of ATLANTA – Bobbi Kristina events leading to death and in Brown had morphine, cocaine, this case is the immersion asso- pot and prescription drugs in her ciated with drug intoxication,” body when she went underwa- the medical examiner’s office ter in a bathtub, causing brain said. damage that left her in a coma “Death was clearly not due to for six months, and an autopsy natural causes, but the medical report released Friday said in- examiner has not been able to vestigators could not determine determine whether death was if her death was intentional or due to intentional or accidental accidental. causes, and has therefore classi- The revelations come after fied the manner of death as Un- months of speculation about Brown determined.” how she died, including a A judge on Thursday had wrongful death lawsuit filed by sponsive in a bathtub in her sub- granted a request filed by media her estate against her partner, urban Atlanta townhome Jan. organizations to unseal the au- Nick Gordon, accusing him of 31, 2015, and died at age 22 in topsy. giving her a “toxic cocktail” and hospice care July 26. “For news affiliates to seek putting her face down in water. The Fulton County Medical and obtain my daughter’s au- The medical examiner’s of- Examiner’s office in Atlanta topsy report, before anyone has fice said it couldn’t figure out said it reviewed medical re- been brought to justice for her whether it was a suicide or a ho- cords, investigative files and death, is mind blowing to me. micide so it classified the man- other documents. Marijuana Please pray for my family,” her ner of death as “undetermined.” and alcohol were involved in father, Bobby Brown, said in a Randy Kessler, an attorney the death, along with medica- statement released by his attor- for Gordon, said he was not sur- tions used for sedation or to ney. prised by the findings. treat anxiety. Morphine was Bobby Brown also noted that “He’s always maintained his also involved, and “it could not Friday is his late daughter’s innocence. I personally hope be determined from toxicology birthday. this puts to rest all the negativity tests whether the morphine re- “First and foremost, 23 years surrounding him,” Kessler said. sulted from heroin use,” the ago today, Bobbi Kristina was The daughter of singers Whit- medical examiner’s statement born. Krissy will always live ney Houston and Bobby Brown said. in my heart and soul. I love my was found face-down and unre- “The underlying cause of baby girl,” Bobby Brown said. Tank blames Tyrese Gibson’s greed for TGT calling it quits By Ny MaGee didn’t deny money was behind making it Gibson’s first number Eurweb.com the breakup, but did note that the one album of his career. TMZ caught up with singer group’s money was never split Meanwhile, Tyrese took to Ins- Tank at LAX and asked him for equally because Tyrese is the big- tagram on Monday to blast Chris an update on his R&B super- ger star, therefore – he deserved Rock’s monologue at the 88th group TGT, which consists of more. annual Academy Awards, saying himself, singers Tyrese Gibson In 2001, following Ginuwine’s that Rock really (expletive) up and Ginuine. successful tour, Tank released his his mood for dissing Jada Pinkett TGT is named after the first let- debut album “Force of Nature,” Smith’s decision to boycott the ter of each of the trio’s names. which spawned the R&B Top event. Despite being together since Ten single “Maybe I Deserve.” “Jada boycotting the Oscars its formation in 2007, the guys In 2002, he dropped his second is like me boycotting Rihanna’s didn’t released their debut album album “One Man,” and his third panties. I wasn’t invited,” the co- until August 2013 titled “Three solo album entitled “Sex, Love & median said. Kings” on Atlantic Records. It Pain” was released in May 2007. “Did you really use your stage would be their last album, as “Now or Never” was Tank’s to tear down and diminish one Tyrese announced the group’s fourth studio album in 2010, and of the strongest most fearless demise in December, saying they two years later he gifted fans with black women in this town as the would be moving on without his fifth studio album, “This Is world watched,” Gibson wrote. Ginuwine. How I Feel.” “Jokes are just jokes right? Not It’s an interesting twist … Tank Last year, Tyrese released his when someone is trying to affect tells TMZ’s paps that Tyrese is sixth and final studio album, change… Not when someone is actually to blame for the group “Black Rose.” It debuted at num- willing to put it all on the line to calling it quits because he wanted ber 1 on the Billboard 200, with affect change for our daughters too much money. A rep for Tyrese first-week sales of 77,000 copies, and sons of the future…”

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