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Take School of Human time to go to a movie, “Red Services Tampa Bay Tail.” Many young Blacks Campus, she built on a are not familiar with the goal set as a teenager in Tuskegee Airmen and how turbulent Watts, Los they were able to prove Angeles. “I was bound competence. and determined that Thomas Gary of someone in our family Jacksonville, joined the would go to college,” she Navy in 1945 pursuing his said. passion to fly airplanes. Thomas’ journey from an Vjqocu"Ngg"Ict{."Ut0 He met Mr. Charlie Fox, a orphan at age 10 raised in Tuskegee Airman who was inspired by Gary’s interest poverty by her loving in Aviation and accepted him as his prize student as he aunt and grandmother, to Osceola County, Florida - Osceola County Sheriff's detectives concluded a week taught him how to fly. Gary logged more than 3,250 becoming a respected long, multi-agency, undercover operation which resulted in 40 suspects arrested and hours of flying time while in the Navy. He was the professional in addiction charged with soliciting sex from a child via the Internet and other sex and drug relat- only black to attend Navigation School in Sanford in services, was fraught with ed crimes. Led by the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, Operation Red Cheeks was 1964 and was the first Black to fly into Iceland and challenges that would conducted January 8-16, 2012, in conjunction with detectives, officers and special Norway. have derailed most ambi- agents of the Central Florida Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. After serving 30 years of active duty, Gary worked at tions. A school dropout, “The success of this operation was the result of multiple local and state agencies the post office, giving 46 years to the U.S. she struggled with alco- working together in a cooperative effort. Florida Sheriffs and the Florida Sheriff's Government. holism for more than 20 Association has taken a strong proactive enforcement position to combat these pred- He is now an active Deacon and a 33`Mason. Learn years. In two unsuccess- ators statewide. These predators stalk the cyber community looking for children to why the movie is called “Red Tail”; let Mr. Gary and ful marriages, she had victimize. This operation resulted in 40 arrests which means at a minimum, 40 chil- those who met the challenge know you are proud and eight children. dren did not fall prey to a sexual deviant,” stated Sheriff Bob Hansell. EQPVKPWGF"/"C/4 appreciate of the doors they opened. Enjoy the movie! 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Two-Hour Special from After President Obama was elected, states that were considered Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House Airs in Syndication Republican, passed new laws, especially those states that had a large from January 21 to February 26 in over 130 Markets; number of Democrats, minorities, elderly and low income. These laws Primetime Premiere on GMC February 11. were changed, according to the legislatures, to prevent voter fraud. Yet the changes made, including such things “I am grateful to stand here, a gracious Mitchell said, as no longer allowing early voting on the Sunday before election and more specific identification, such evidence as he acknowledged other artists in the category. to validate a female’s change of name from her birth name, no matter how long ago the change was made. All are The event was hosted by Dorinda Clark Cole and now required to have a government issued ID even to register and in Florida, you must show proof of name before Marvin Sapp. Ten awards were presented over the you can get a Florida State ID card or drivers license. All of the laws were put in place to be effective before the course of the two-hour Stellar Awards show. 2012 election. As the NAACP and other civil rights advise, get the documents now and vote in 2012. Church...... A-3 Ykuj"vq"ikxg"wu"c"Pgyu"Uvqt{A K Talk of the Town...... A-4 Nqqmkpi" hqt" ewuvqogtu" vq" rcvtqpk|g" {qwt P Around the Area...... A-6 dwukpguu" qt" wvknk|g" {qwt" ugtxkeguA" Kh" {qw Ecnn"*;26+"988/::56"qt"Ugpf"kv"vq< Caribbean News...... A-7 U Local...... B-1 cpuygtgf"[GU."vjgp"{qw"pggf"vq"rnceg"cp"cf kphqBvjghnqtkfcuvct0eqo Columns...... B-2 K Sports...... B-4 kp"Vjg"Hnqtkfc"Uvct"qt"Igqtikc"Uvct# cfBvjghnqtkfcuvct0eqo Crime & Justice..(A).C&J-1-4 F Prep Rap...... (B).PR-1-4 ECNN";261988/::56"vq"rnceg"{qwt"cf"VQFC[## G Classified&Business...B6-B7 Check, Money Order, or Credit Cards Accepted PAGE A-2 THE STAR JANUARY 21, 2012 Tguqnxg"vq"Ocmg"4234"Vjg"[gct"Qh Hnqtkfc"Ugz"Uvkpi /"Eqpvkpwgf"htqo"C/3 Stephen Wesley Thomas, a professional golfer with 44 appearances on the PGA Eqoowpkv{"Cevkxkuo"Cpf" tour, is the highest profile suspect in the case. Police also arrested Bryan Woodward, the 29-year-old head coach of Gainesville's Gator Swim Club, not affiliated with the Rqnkvkecn"Ceeqwpvcdknkv{ University of Florida. “This operation should also be a warning to all parents to monitor and be involved Happy New Year! I am always prayerful and hopeful about the future of each new year. According to statistics, the African American com- with their child's computer activities,” said Sheriff Bob Hansell. munity is a faith based society. Although predominately Christian, we The following were arrested: as a people believe and actively engage in diverse religious activity. • Frederick David Adams, Occupation: High School Student Concurrently at the beginning of the year, many make resolutions. We • Samer Japer Al-Hubaydi, Occupation: Student, Embry-Riddle make promises and plans so that this incoming year, can be better than • Jason Bacchus, Occupation: Sales Representative, Cell Phone Distributor the former year. I would like to suggest that, in 2012 we take action on • Christopher Baker, FL. Occupation: Unemployed our hope for a better new year. Let’s resolve to make the year 2012: A • Christopher Batman, Occupation: Self-Employed YEAR OF COMMUNITY ACTIVISM AND POLITICAL ACCOUN- • Marvin Alfonson Bell, Occupation: College Student Ejgt{n Yknnkcou TIBILITY. I will present some strategies and resources of how we as • Dennis Bluemke, Occupation: Don Lee Wheeler Fencing a community, can work our faith to get results. Charles James Buffington, Occupation: Construction I believe community activism is the key to causing our elected officials to be accountable • Sergio Cardenas, Occupation: Unemployed for their political decisions and policies. Community activism is more much more than telling an elected official off. Community activism is intelligently and strategically voicing • Lucas Bartholomew Clarke, Occupation: Student, Golf Academy of an issue or need in your community. It is more than working with citizens who have the America authority and power to take action; to address and solve the stated issues or needs. You dear • Shane Daniel Cousins, Occupation: Soldier, U.S. Army Reserves reader, can make a difference. Stop fussing, start solving problems. So, here is Community • Gary J. Durso, Occupation: Areole Technician Activism 101. I will also use an example of a real community problem. • Josean Javier Gaston, Occupation: Student How To Be a Community Advocate • Carlos Gomez, Occupation: Unemployed 1.) Decide on a topic you desire to advocate. For example, street flooding. • Justin Joseph Hall, Occupation: Student 2. )Research the need or issue. Advocacy starts with knowledge. • Dell Rio Highsmith, Occupation: Retired Bee Keeper 3.) Find other groups that advocate for the same things you do. Join or start a Neighborhood • Cornellus Eugene Hunt, Occupation: Student Association . Join the Citizens Planning Advisory Committee (CPAC) organization in your • Phillip Dale Jones, Occupation: Unemployed neighborhood. Jacksonville's more than 500 neighborhoods are divided into six planning • Roger Dale Mathews, Occupation: Plant Manager districts each with a Citizens Planning Advisory Committee or 'CPAC'. The primary purpose of the CPAC is to maintain open an effective communication between Jacksonville residents, • Joseph Matz, Occupation: Unemployed businesses, neighborhoods, community organizations, educational institutions and city gov- • Carl David Brooks Newsome, Occupation: Unknown ernment . There are six CPACS in Duval County they are; District 1: Urban Core, District • Ryu Nolin, Occupation: Personal Trainer 2: Greater Arlington/Beaches, District 3: Southeast, District 4: Southwest, District 5: • Craig Alan Parsel, Jr., Occupation: Warehouse Clerk Northwest, District 6: North. Please go to the City of Jacksonville website to find out when • Eric Dennard Payne, Jr., Occupation: Dispatcher, Eagle Trans Corporation these groups meet. www.coj.net Having a support system is essential for an advocate. • Ahmidullah Popal, Occupation: Wholesale Dealer 4.) Get your information out there. Call (904) 630-CITY, to report a problem such as flood- • Nigel Rattan, Occupation: Self-Employed ing. In order to verify an issue or need, the City of Jacksonville needs to have a record of a • Milton Benjamin Richardson, Occupation: Engineer community request for a service. Get all of your friends, cousins and colleagues to call. I • Kegan Ritchie, Occupation: Student believe volume is of utmost importance to getting action on a problem. Arrange meetings, • Alexander Roy, Occupation: Eighth Grade Teacher seminars and rallies to help your cause. Involve the community by sending out mailings, • Kenneth Sinisi, Occupation: Unemployed canvassing your area with fliers and handing out brochures at your local hangouts or heavi- ly trafficked areas. Use social media and email blasts. The more people that know, the bet- • Andrew Louis Skinner, Occupation: Vendor ter community engagement you will have. • Jay S. Soni, Occupation: Sales Representative 5.) Write letters to the newspaper, City Councilmen, Congressmen and organizations in your • Frederick Charles Spreng, IV, Occupation: Manager area to help support your cause. Both the websites for the U.S. House of Representatives and • Warren Lee Staples, Occupation: Public Works the National Write Your Congressman have ways for you to write in and have your voice • Winston Alexander Stephens, Occupation: Student, Full Sail University heard. Here is a list of Jacksonville Government Officials in African-American Majority • Christopher Stewart, Occupation: Truck Loader communities. (I have also Included At Large members.) • Ryan Stickle, Occupation: Consultant • Samuel Dean Straitiff, Occupation: Information Technology Ekv{"Eqwpekn"Ogodgtu" Cv/Nctig"Eqwpekn"Ogodgtu • Stephen Wesley Thomas, Occupation: Professional Golfer District 7: Dr. Johnny Gaffney • Bryan Allan Woodward, Occupation: Head Swim Coach, Gator Swim Club Phone: (904) 630-1384 Group 1: Kimberly Daniels Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1393 District 8: E. Denise Lee Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1385 Group 2: John R. Crescimbeni Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1381 District 9: Warren A. Jones Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1395 Group 3: Stephen C. Joost Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1396 District 10: Reginald L. Brown Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1684 Group 4: Greg Anderson Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 630-1398 Email: [email protected] Group 5: Robin Lumb Phone: (904) 630-1387 Email: [email protected]

6.) Remember that you are a valuable asset to the community, so is your elected official. Respect yourself and the elected official. How To Engage With An Elected Official Share your personal story if it helps to make your point. Do not be intimidated. Officials may view you as the expert on the issue. Don’t debate with an elected official or give ulti- matums such as “I won’t vote for you if you do not support my position.” Respect the offi- cial’s right to disagree with you. Take the time to educate him/her about your cause. Do not use jargon. Remember all causes are good causes. You must convince your official that there is something extra special about yours. Put the official at ease by convincing him/her that you are there to serve as an educational resource. Act like a partner, not an adversary. Be a good listener and hear out what your offi- In celebration of aviatrix, Bessie Coleman, the Bessie Coleman Aerospace Legacy cial has to say. Be sure to thank the official for taking the time to hear your position. Be brief, (BCAL) will celebrate her birth, as well as, commemorate her untimely death in prepared, clear, honest, accurate, persuasive, timely, persistent, and grateful. Always follow Jacksonville, Florida. Join us Friday, January 27th thru Saturday, January 28th 2012, up with a thank you note, and amplify your main points. When your legislator goes the extra for two days of jam-packed events honoring an important woman in American mile, you may consider acknowledging his or her efforts by writing a letter to the editor in history. All events are open and FREE to the public! your local paper. In closing, lets resolve to be personally accountable for the political results and man- On June 15, 1921, Bessie Coleman became the first American citizen to earn an International dates manifested by elected officials in our communities. Pay attention to planned Pilot's License in France. When asked why she wanted to fly she replied, "We must have policies that affect your community. Speak up and make clear decisive respectful aviators if we are to keep up with the times. I shall never be satisfied until we have men of action to affect outcomes in your neighborhood. By all means get connected to com- the Race who can fly. Do you know you have never lived until you have flown? Of course, it munity groups or start your own because there is power in numbers. Resolve to make takes one with courage, nerve and ambition. But I am thrilled to know we have men who are the year 2012 the year where we as a people work to obtain what we hope for. physically fit; now what is needed is men who are not afraid of death." ______Tckugf"/"Eqpvkpwgf"htqo"C/3 Cheryl Williams is Community Organizer, Community Advocate, Public Relations But, Thomas had a burning desire “to leave tracks that would benefit others,” “to be Consultant, Film Maker and Lobbyist who resides in Jacksonville, Florida a learned person,” and “to make a better life for my children,” she said. In her 30s, she took her last drink and completed her G.E.D. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree at Pepperdine University. Thomas immersed herself in a career in nonprofit service organizations “where I could see the benefit to others,” she said. In her personal life, she worked tirelessly to improve activities, sports and services for children and health services in her com- munity. She had a passion to be part of the cure for people with addictions and became a presenter at conferences around the country. She wrote and published the self-help book, “Flying with Broken Wings” and is working on another book, “Self Defense against Self Defeat.” Still preparing for a productive future into her 70s, Thomas enrolled in the master’s degree program at the Springfield College School of Human Services Tampa Bay Campus. She was an inspiration. At graduation, students presented her with a plaque thanking her for her “knowledge, wisdom and survival tactics,” and several grand- mothers approached her for advice on continuing their educations. What’s next for Virginia Thomas? “I love children and want them to have high standards. I want women to know that they can go further. I want addicted people to have help and hope. I want to be of maximum service to God and other human beings.” JANUARY 21, 2012 THE STAR PAGE A-3 CHURCH Faith In Our Community The Church Directory Schedule of Events and Services DEATHDEATH NOTICESNOTICES “Come and Worship With Us” ANNOUNCEMENTS New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 1824 Prospect Street * Jacksonville, FL 32208 HEWIETT, Eva, 92, CFIGC REFRESHING WOMEN/PUSH TV MIN- JACKSONVILLE, FL Sunday School …...... ………………..9:30 a.m. ISTRY will present the Annual Brunch/Luncneon to be died January 13, 2012. Sunday Morning held on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at St. Matthews ALBERTIE, Sean, died JOHNSON, Roberta, Intercessory Prayer...... …..10:45 a.m. Morning Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. Lutheran Church Auditorium, located at 6801 Merrill January 13, 2012. died January 16, 2012. Road, Jacksonville, FL, from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. For Youth Church BELL, Patsy C., 75, died MUCHMORE, 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) more information call (904) 220-6400. January 14, 2012. Elizabeth Libby, 83, died Tuesday - Pastoral Bible Study ...... 7:00 p.m. HISTORIC MT. ZION AFRICAN METHODIST January 12, 2012. Elder Arnitt Jones, Acting Pastor BELL, Roland James, Jr., Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus EPISCOPAL CHURCH - located at 201 E. Beaver died January 12, 2012. NIPPER, Brenda Lounell (904) 764-5727 - Church Street in beautiful downtown Jacksonville, will celebrate BIERBICHLER, Ruth Atkinson, 61, died their Annual Family and Friends Day Celebration on January 12, 2012. Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church SUNDAY, JANUARY 29, 2012 & OCTOBER 9, 2012. Wuest, 89, died January 15, 2012. REX, Bonnie Stone, 78, Sunday Reverend Pearce Ewing, Sr., Pastor. The Theme for this died January 12, 2012. Worship Service ...... 10:00 a.m. celebration is “Family and Friends Praising and BOARDMAN, Charles Church School ...... 8:30 p.m. ROBINSON, Freeman, Wednesday Celebrating God Together.” This special Sunday morning F., died January 14, 2012. 83, died January 12, 2012. “Glory Hour” Bible Study ...... 10:00 a.m. service will begin with Church School at 8:30 am and BROWN, Dois Orlando “Jehovah Jireh” Bible Study ...... 6:30 p.m. SHUMAN, Kathy Worship Service at 10:00 am. The messenger will be our “D.O.”, 87, died January 2nd & 4th Thursday “Young at Heart Ministry ...... 10:00 a.m. own spirit-filled and dynamic Pastor Pearce Ewing, Sr. 14, 2012. Malinda, 57, died January Friday For more information, call (904) 355-9475. CALDWELL, Robert, 12, 2012. Joy Explosion Ministry ...... 6:30 p.m. STEPHENS, Annie C., 201 East Beaver St. * (904) 355-9475 died January 13, 2012. Rev. Pearce Edwing, Sr. Come join Bishop Dr. Lorenzo Hall Sr. every Wednesday COLSON, Clara Flume, 95, died January 13, 2012. and Thursday from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM for Prayer Meeting and Bible Study at The Greater El-Beth-El 90, died January 14, 2012. ~*~ GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH Divine Holiness Church, located at 723 W. 4th Street, CULBERT, Marjorie, “The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody” GEORGIA DEATHS Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor Jacksonville, FL 32209. 95, died January 12, 2012. Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209 DILLON, Roy L., died HIMENEZ, Richard, 77, Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206 Listings are due the Tuesday before the next issue. Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586 Email submissions preferred. Send to: January 14, 2012. died January 14, 2012. 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Citizens of Jacksonville stood proud as they joined the new Omega Zeta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc during their first Founders's Day Celebration at the University Club in Jacksonville. The chapter received its charter on November 7, 2011 that primarily cover Southside and the Beaches areas of Jacksonville. They began with 13 members, led by Deborah Phelps, president. The program's Master of Ceremony was Dedric Robinson and Lizzie R. Jenkins of Gainesville provid- ed Zeta's history. Dr. Bertha Minus of Edward Waters College gave the occasion and former State Senator Tony Hill, who now serves in the Office of the Mayor, did the invocation. Former City Councilwoman Glorious Johnson intro- duced the speaker, Clara McLaughlin, author and owner of The Florida and The Georgia Star newspapers, and Mrs. Alpha Hay, Zeta Phi Beta Area II Coordinator, presented the Charter. It was one beautiful occasion to witness this 92 year old organization continue to grow and provide service to the community through its many programs. Demeatrice Gibbons (2nd Vice President), Bethany Winston (Financial Secretary), Cheryl Seals-Gonzalez (Vice President), Latasha Lawrence (Historian), Verna Johnson (Delta Sigma Zeta Chapter Gainesville,FL), Kenya Lawson (Adopt A Military Family Coordinator), Glorious Johnson (VP Business Communications McCormick Agency), Dr. Catherine Barnes (Parlimentarian), Alpha Hay (Area II Coordinator),Lizzie Jenkins (Delta Sigma Zeta Chapter Gainesville,FL), Jasmin Chaney-Guevara (3rd Vice President), Deborah Phelps (President), Shawntelle Jones (Amicae Coordinator), Dr. Bertha Minus (VP of Academic Affairs at Edward Waters College), Veena Reddy (Treasurer), Angela McDaniel (Secretary), Clara McLaughlin (Author, Owner and Publisher of FL and GA Star Newspapers) ----Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.'s Omega Zeta Zeta Chapter Jacksonville Southside / Beaches

(President) and Alpha Hay (Area II Coordinator), Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.'s Omega Zeta Zeta Chapter Jacksonville Southside / Beaches was chartered on November 7, 2011. The chartering ceremony was held at the 77th Southeastern Regional Conference on November 19, 2011 in Charleston, SC.

Former State Representative - Glorious Johnson, Author, Owner and Publisher of The FL and GA Star - ClaraMcLaughlin, and STILL President Deborah Phelps LOOKING GOOD AT 60!

By Dee M. Woods Steven C. Phelps, Deborah Phelps and Jayant J. Phelps son and grandson As 2011 drew to a close, Carol Starling decided she wanted to do something special for her husband’s 60th birthday so she enlisted the help of family and friends to pull off one huge sur- prise right before the end of the year. This was no easy task, since Lawrence is almost always with her. She made phone calls from work and whenever he was not around to ensure he did not get wind of what was going on. On December 30th, Lawrence entered the Ambassador Ballroom at the Holiday Inn in Baymeadows filled with about 65 friends, coworkers and family members as they all yelled Lawrence Starling “Surprise!” Of course, he thought he was taking Carol to a party given by her cowork- ers. After gathering himself and clutching his heart, he was able to greet his sons (William and Lurelle), their spouses (Lena and Joanna) and grandkids (Jaramey, Essence, Malcolm, Vaughn and Grayson Starling) from Orlando. He then made his way to each table and greeted friends, coworkers, fellow basketball referees and other fami- ly members. He continuously stated “You all got me.” A delicious buffet meal included roasted chicken, salmon in a scrumptious sauce, rice, carrots, several salads, a vegetable medley and multiple cakes for deserts. After dinner, the program got under way with a moving solo by Minnie Mormon. This was followed by a little roasting of another kind. Peninsular coworkers Debra Youmans and Bill Wheless told funny stories but summed up saying what a great guy the honoree is and he always has your back. Willie Lattimore and Mack Allen recount- The entire Starling clan ed great stories from the basketball court. Deacon Robert Jackson spoke of his commit- Lawrence is surprised! ment to his church. Minister Lavera Smith spoke of his honesty and integrity in han- dling the church finances. Wayne Raulerson, Alex Morrow and Dee Mainor Woods all spoke on what it means to have Lawrence as a friend and a sometime competitor in games. His sisters, Elease Starling and Karen Nathan with his niece, Veronica Starling talked about what a great brother and uncle he is and how they can always count on him to be there for them and the family. His three sons - William, Lurelle and Ervan then spoke about what a great father he is, what he means to them and how blessed they feel to have him as their father. Finally Lawrence was able to stand and speak. He started by thank- ing everyone for being there because he knows they could have been some- where else. Again, he stated “you all Lawrence and fellow basketball referees got me.” He further stated that the love and caring that everyone had for Lawrence with his sisters and son him was evidenced by their presence in the room and he would never forget that night. He felt truly happy and blessed. He also could not wait to get some folk back for keeping the secret from him. Music was provided by the Dance Jockey - Will Olgesby and pictures by Bernard’s Dance Jockey Will Photography. Lawrence with Pennisular coworkers Lurelle, Ervan and William Starling Olgesby JANUARY 21, 2011 THE STAR PAGE A-7

Caribbean Students Boater Ansil Saunder Honored by Throughout Region Former U.S. Ambassador Avant for Compete in Essay Competions Keeping Dr. Martin Luther King, Celebrating Dr. Jr.’s Legacy Alive in The Bahamas BAHAMAS: Before her tenure Martin Luther King, Jr. ended as US Ambassador to The Bahamas, Her Excellency Nicole By ARTHIA NIXON Caribbean News Editor Avant had the opportunity to meet a Bahamian fishing legend whose Across the archipelago, biggest pride is not in any of the students have been focusing on the life and legacy of Dr. prized game fish he caught, but Martin Luther King, Jr. rather who he had the opportunity Schools, organizations, to take fishing. clubs and even embassies As part of a special meeting with have given prompted the the Bimini boat-maker and pupils to study Dr. King as a part of the annual essay renowned bone-fisherman, U.S. competions hosted in the Ambassador to The Bahamas, Her region. While Excellency Nicole A. Avant pre- the topics and prizes all sented a plaque and a signed book vary from nation to nation, Caribbean students have the to Ansil Saunders on November opportunity to study, present and explore the life of arguably one of the most influential icons in modern 15, 2011 in recognition of his out- history as it relates to equality and race relations. standing contributions in keeping Dr. King himself visited many of the islands. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy During his visit, the Caribbean, he had the opportunity alive in The Bahamas. During their to see a part of what he was fighting for in the United private meeting in her Queen St. States already visualized as people of African descent were already in the forefront of business, politics and office, the fifth generation native other sectors. of Bimini reminisced with "In Jamaica I feel like a human being,” Dr. King Ambassador Avant about his time stated while in Kingston, Jamaica in June 1965 spent with the late civil rights duringone of his famed speeches. leader during his visits to The The U.S. Embassy to The Bahamas is sponsoring an essay competition to honor the life of Dr. Martin Bahamas in 1964 and 1968. Luther King, Jr. Mr. Saunders told Ambassador “Dr. King inspired civil rights leaders throughout Avant that he first met Dr. King in the United States who made sacrifices that led to social 1964 when he traveled to Bimini in change,” read a statement announcing the contest. search of a peaceful and serene “Students are asked to select any American civil rights leader who was inspired by Dr. King and write an orig- writing environment. Mr. Saunders inal essay of 500 words or less that articulates his/her knew the perfect place and took contributions to the civil rights movement. Students Dr. King deep into the mangroves Former US Ambassador Nicole A. Avant (left) presenting are also asked to describe what they can do or what to a spot called “Bonefish Hole” the plaque to Mr. Ansil Saunders (right). they have done in their own community to contribute to where Dr. King wrote portions of a more peaceful and non-violent world. Essays will be judged based on originality, clarity of thought, organi- his famous Nobel Prize acceptance zation, grammar and spelling”. speech. Dr. King returned to The contest open to students in grades 10 through Bimini in 1968 where he wrote 12. Two winners will receive the grand prize – a new portions of his Sanitation Workers Apple iPad 2 - and their winning essays will be fea- speech while on Mr. Saunders’ tured nationally. Each participating school will also receive a copy of the History Channel’s film “KING”, boat. Dr. King was assassinated in which takes viewers through the extraordinary life and Memphis Tennessee on April 4, times of America's civil rights visionary. 1968, just days after his visit to Students in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean The Bahamas. are to challenged to write on the following: “When Dr. Since Dr. King’s death, Mr. Martin Luther King, Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, the Chairman of the Nobel Committee said Saunders has shared his conversa- that Dr. King was "the first person in the Western world tions with the civil rights leader to have shown us that a struggle can be waged without with visitors to Bimini as well as violence." In his acceptance speech, King said that we with local and international media must "discover a way to live together in peace" by outlets, including National Public finding a method to address conflict "which rejects revenge, aggression and retaliation." Radio. Plaques marking local sites Forty-five years later, President Barack Obama visited by Dr. King are found received the Nobel Peace Prize for "his extraordinary throughout Alice Town, Bimini, efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and coop- including the location of a barber- Mr. Saunders in his workshop next to a boat that he crafted by hand. eration between peoples." In his Nobel lecture, shop frequented by Dr. King and President Obama quoted Martin Luther King, Jr.: "Violence never brings permanent peace. It solves no the cottage where he stayed during social problem: it merely creates new and more compli- his visits. The local museum also cated ones." has Dr. King’s disembarkation card Look at your world - your own community or the with his original signature proudly wider, international sphere - and describe one person's on display. struggle to bring others together in a community of peace. Tell us about the person, their work, and how Mr. Saunders acclaim extends they embody the ideals of the Nobel Peace Prize beyond his connection to Dr. King. espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and President He is also a bone-fishing world Barack Obama. record holder, a 2003 Cacique First Prize: US$500. Second Prize: US$300. Third Award (Minister’s Award) recipi- Prize: US$200. ent and an artistic boat builder, cre- ating custom-crafted vessels out of fiberglass, bronze, and wood indigenous to The Bahamas. Each of his made-to-order boats take about six months to complete and are used by top sports fishermen to ply the flats in search of the elusive "gray ghost." It was clear from the meeting with Ambassador Avant that although Mr. Saunders’ hard work has led to success, his time in the mangroves with the civil rights leader left an indelible mark, which is why Mr. Saunders has made it his life work to honor Dr. King’s legacy. 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www.TheGeorgiaStar.com www.SouthernWomensShow.com The Florida Star-The Georgia Star and Impact Radio Show on WCGL-AM 1360, “Striving to Make A Difference.” Discount Tickets Available At Kroger JANUARY 21, 2012 THE STAR FLORIDA B LOCAL SECTION MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BREAKFAST DRAWS BIG CROWD Mayor Brown and Dr. Bernice A. King Stress the Benefits of Education

Photos by Frank M. Powell, III, photographer for The Florida Star

Jan. 13, 2012 – Almost 2,400 people filled the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center Friday as Mayor Alvin Brown welcomed Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s youngest daughter, Dr. Bernice A. King, at the City of Jacksonville’s 25th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast. Dr. King’s speech focused on the need for education and a better sense of personal responsibility to address today’s problems. Mayor Brown has been a personal acquaintance of the King fam- ily for many years. He said it was an honor to welcome Dr. King dur- ing this year’s event. “Dr. Bernice A. King is one of many people who leads by exam- ple for the good of education and character development,” said the mayor. “She’s someone who works hard every day to empower the next generation to reach its God-given potential.” Dr. King said she was pleased with how far Jacksonville has pro- gressed through Mayor Brown’s first term in office. “There is a new dawn in Jacksonville. You’ve crossed all kinds of lines under a platform of unity,” she said. “You cannot go back to Dr. Bernice A. King, youngest Pastor R. L. Gundy Mount Sinai Missionary Dr. Richard Danford business as usual. Whenever change comes, mindsets have shifted. daughter of Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Baptist Church, SCLC , Urban League New things will begin to happen for another generation of people.” Education is a major priority for the Brown Administration. During the event, participants were able to sign up for Mayor’s Mentors, a program Mayor Brown launched in December to connect dedicated, highly quali- fied volunteers with Jacksonville’s young people.

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Alpha Gainous original Montford Pointer Marine, Dr. Bernice A. King, the youngest daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. guest of honor at Friday’s 25th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast, Ronald Jackson and photographer for The Florida Star Frank M. Powell, III Jacksonville Transportation Authority JTA DR. MLK PARADE 2012

Robert E. Lee Senior High School Marching Band

Florida Representative Mia Jones

Florida Senator Audrey Gibson

The Dazzing Diamonds Marianna Florida Buffalo Soldiers Pastor R. L. Gundy Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church

Past Most Eminent Grand Master Russell Earl KT Masons USA Grand Encampment Knight Templar Prince Hall P.M.E.G.M. MLK parade Jacksonville Giants mascot and MaDDaDs G.E.K.T. P.H.A. PAGE B-3 THE STAR JANUARY 21,2012 GEORGIA LOCAL SECTION - B "Remembering the Past, Celebrating the Present and Embracing the Future" Brunswick celebrated the life and legacy of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with several well attended events. Among them was a grand Commemoration Parade and March on Monday. The highly anticipated annual event was followed by a program and assembly at Howard Coffin Park. Keynote Speaker and Grand Marshall of this year’s parade was Elder Lawrence Lemon. The Brunswick International Long Shoremen ILA 1423 took time out to serve the community at Seldon Park with a barbeque and other activities. Also joining in the festivities was the Coastal Georgia Area Community Action Authority, Inc which saluted Dr. King with the Annual MLK Breakfast Program on Friday. Keith B. Cross of K.C. Enterprises was the speaker. Photos by Ed Council, Angela Favors-Morrell and Vivian Mitchell. A4 C M Y K

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STOP THE PRESS! HOLD THE PHONE! SHUT THE DOORS! While perusing Facebook, early this morning (I mean 2 a.m. early), I responded to a friend request from my cousin, Tanya Telfair Sharpe, who I missed when she was in town for the holidays. This afternoon (roughly 12 hours later), while checking emails, I noticed a Facebook notification that Tanya Telfair LeBlanc had left a message on my wall! Since it is highly unlikely that Louis and sister Marietta LeBlanc have adopted their lifelong friend, I surmise that congratulations are in order for Louis and Tanya. (My suspicions were confirmed after visiting my Facebook pages.). Best wishes, Mr. and Mrs. Louis LeBlanc. You are this week’s TALK OF THE TOWN!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Brenda Onfroy hosted Chicken and waffles at her home during the holidays. Dennis “Mr. Natural” Stewart was on hand to serve up his own delish version of the pairing made famous by Los Angeles eatery, Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘n Waffles. Enjoying the warm and casual ambiance were: Chaka Onfroy and Carrie; Charlotte Stewart, Stewart family matriarch and for- mer columnist of Socially Speaking, predecessor to TALK OF THE TOWN!; Dennis and Linda Stewart; Michael Stewart; Eros Stewart and Shayla Alexander; Thea Burrell and handsome son, Jordan Burrell, visiting from Boynton Beach, Charlotte Stewart, Florida; Ok Sun and Volume Burks; and Tommi Clemes and mom, Marion. BTW, Tommi always with style was celebrating her birthday the same day. Warm wishes, Tommi, and many, many more.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Fabulous Bells Red Hat Society’s Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast. This fabulous affair was hosted at the Kinnon Drive home of Marion “Ms. Marion” Nunn and Thomas “Mr. Jack” Jackson on Monday, January 16, the official MLK holiday. The Red Hat Society is a global [organization] of women that supports and encourages From left to right are Linda and Dennis Stewart, women in their pursuit of fun, friendship, freedom, fulfillment, and fitness. The Fabulous The next generation, left to right, Eros Stewart, Michael Stewart, Thea Burrell, Bells, a local chapter of the Red Hat Society, has trav- Eros Stewart, Shayla Alexander, hostess Brenda Onfoy (foreground), Jordan Burrell, Carrie, and Chaka eled to RHS events around the country for fun and sis- Tommi Clemes, and Jordan Burrell Onfroy terhood. Members are: Gloria Brown, Gladys Cone, Ernestine Counsel, Lillian Davies, Ora Dixon, Wilma Harrell, Gaile Harrell, Joyce Hunter, Emma Lovette, Vice Queen Marion Nunn, Thomasyna Payne, Annecia Scott, Rosie Sheppard, Virginia Small, Linda Smith, Three Generations: (L-R) Robin Gundy, Vermelle Smith, Barbara Paulk, Brenda Roundtree, Dennis The next generation, left Frankie Stepherson, Wade, Marion Nunn, Linda Alaydi, and Pat to right: Mikela Jones, L-R. Robin Gundy, Barbara Paulk, Brenda Ethel Valentine, Nana Gundy. Cutie patooties are Kevin Briggs, III Kevin Briggs, III, and Mia Roundtree, Marion Nunn, Linda Alaydi, and Vidal, Fitzgerald and sister Mia Michelle Briggs. Michelle Briggs Pat Gundy

The Fabulous Bells Red Hat Society members flanked by Vice Queen Marion Nunn (far left) and Queen Patrice Williams (far right)

Sisters three! L-R. Robin Gundy, Barbara Paulk, and Pat Gundy Waters, Dena Williams, Queen Patrice Williams, and Cora Woodard. Ms. Marion and daughters Pat Gundy, Barbara Paulk, and Robin Gundy started the breakfast tradition almost thirty years ago, as prelude to an annual shopping spree at the after Christmas, one cent sale at Phil’s Shoes. In 1990, the popular event was moved to the MLK national holiday to honor the legacy of the Civil Rights icon. Today, the Fabulous Bells Red Hat Society continues the tradition. Grandly attired in the Society’s red headwear - hats, fascinators, lacy head bands and bows - and purple outfits, the members and guests played games related to Dr. King. An estimated fifty people enjoyed the lavish feast which was beautifully prepared by Chef Linda Alaydi, owner of Cappadocia Catering, who travelled from Atlanta just to cater the affair for her mother-in-law, Ms. Marion. We dined on delicious fried fish (compliments of Mr. Jack), bacon, Spanish rice, tossed salad, sweet and tangy turkey wings (OMG!), croissants, banana nut bread, muffins, coffee, orange juice, and champagne and wine.

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The American Beach Property Owners Association, Inc. (ABPOA) invites friends and residents of American Beach to participate in the observance of the completion of the exte- rior renovation of Evans Rendezvous – a Phase-I Project, on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 12:30 PM. Evans Rendezvous was a club for social gatherings from the mid-1950s. It was closed several years ago and fell into a state of disrepair. The ABPOA obtained funds to renovate and secure the exterior of the facility in an effort to preserve the building for future use as a cultural center. This will also allow time to obtain additional funding to renovate the interi- or. The property is owned by the Nassau County government. The gathering will occur on the corner of Gregg & Lewis Streets, near the ocean. For more information contact Ruth McKay at: [email protected]. PAGE B-5 THE STAR JANUARY 21, 2012 ENTERTAINMENT Ti West Rising New King Of Horror! By Rych McCain, [email protected] and Facebook Photo Courtesy of Magnet Films

he film genre of horror and the para- Pedlar Hotel when they shot “House of The normal has always been popular and Devil” and that experience inspired him to Ta money maker for the Hollywood write the script to “The Inn Keepers” which studios since the early Dracula and he did in three days. He explains, “We (the Frankenstein flicks of the 1930’s and 40’s crew) more or less lived this movie. So that became the foundational backbone of when I sat down to write it, the location Universal Pictures’ success which built that existed exactly as it is. It was so mapped out studio. Whereas Vampire themed movies because it was real, that it was actually a have become more of an “in” fad for the big matter of just typing that. All of the work and little screens and have surrendered actually went into creating the dynamics of much of their fright factor to the vamps now the characters. The rest of the movie was on being sexy, suave and social; ghost stories auto-pilot.” How did West become aware of still rein supreme at the top of the list for The Yankee Pedlar Hotel in the first place? raising the hair on their viewers heads. A ris- He laughs, “When we made my previous ing new star on the film making side of the movie “House Of The Devil,” we stayed horror genre is writer, producer, director and there because it was a cheap place to put the editor Ti West. The youthful West is a native crew up. We would go out into the woods of Wilmington, Delaware and a graduate of and make this horror movie and weirder New York’s School of the Visual Arts. He is stuff would happen back at the hotel. Slowly but surely the whole cast and crew started to on a sure fast track to becoming an iconic believe that it was haunted. It’s a very icon- horror superstar film maker in the vein of ic place in terms of Connecticut. The whole the greats before him like Alfred Hitchcock place and the people who work there thinks (Psycho, The Birds), Stanley Kubrick (The it’s haunted. They have stories, a guy has a Shining, Clockwork Orange), Zombie mas- ghost hunting website; it was just like, as ter George Romero (Night of the Living I’m trying to make this other movie, I’m just Dead), Wes Craven (Nightmare On Elm inundated with all of this weird stuff is Street) and John Carpenter (Halloween) to going on.” name some. West then had some free time during the Upon graduation from SVA, West made Christmas holidays a year and a half later his first feature “The Roost” which he sold and when thinking of something to do he to Showtime in 2005. That was followed by said to himself, “We’ll we did live a ghost “Trigger Man” in 2007 which made it to the story so what if I wrote the one we just big screen. The year 2008 marked West’s lived? That would come very natural to me.” entry into the big time with “The House Of West adds a little reality humor when he The Devil” which was a box office and ness since 1891 and during its last week of also said to be haunted. The crew and cast says, “I’m not really qualified to do any- DVD hit. West’s latest offering is “The Inn operation, two armature ghost hunters, actually stayed there for two months during thing but either make movies or be a bus Keepers.” This is truly a scary film especial- Claire and Luke set out to either find the the entire shoot and they did report strange boy.” ly if you are afraid of ghost stories. It is ghost(s) or prove that they don’t exist. The happenings but no one actually saw a ghost. about a hotel named The Yankee Pedlar that film was shot on location at the actual West and his has the reputation of being haunted. The Yankee Pedlar Hotel in Torrington, film crew stayed Annual manatee death count shows cold place is about to close after being in busi- Connecticut. The real life Yankee Pedlar is at The Yankee weather an unusually big factor again Rych McCain’s Hollyhood Notes! By Rych McCain, [email protected] A cold-related die-off of manatees in early 2011 set the stage for a third straight year with high numbers of deaths for the species. Biologists Happy Birthdays: this weekend. I’ll have a review and interviews next week.. with the research arm of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Happy B-Day to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who would TV: Commission (FWC) documented 453 manatee carcasses in state waters have been 83 this year if he were still alive. To celebrate his in 2011. holiday, Bob Dockery, Jr. and Vinx wrote a song titled Everyone was pleased to see actor and “America’s Got During the past three years, biologists documented the highest levels “Martin Can You Hear Us,” that they hope will become not Talent” co-host Nick Cannon in Washington, D.C. to pres- only a lasting classic but will serve to remind us that Dr. ent the Entertainer of The Year to his wife Mariah Carey of cold-related manatee deaths, with the "cold stress" category account- King’s principles and ideals are eternal and needed more at the 2012 BET Honors. This was Canon’s first public ing for 112 in 2011, 282 in 2010 and 56 in 2009. In the previous five than ever today. The older generation in the U.S. has lost appearance since he was discharged from the hospital in years, cold stress accounted for an average of 30 manatee deaths per year. touch and the newer generation doesn’t fully understand or LA following surgery for acute kidney failure which he suf- The total number of reported manatee deaths in 2011 was the second- conceptually relate to Dr. King’s avocations and philoso- fered while on Christmas vacation in Aspen, Colorado. phies. Originally aired in 2008 on the TV One Television Stevie Wonder, Dr. Maya Angelou and Spike Lee were highest on record. Biologists documented a record 766 manatee deaths in Special “MLK-A Dream Deferred” commemorating the also honored. Actress Gabrielle Union hosted the show 2010 and recorded the third-highest total of 429 in 2009. th 40 anniversary of King’s death, the song and music video while Common, Patti LaBelle, Willow Smith and Aretha "We are concerned about the number of manatee deaths the past three will be released on radio stations, iTunes, Amazon.com, Franklin performed. The 2012 BET Honors will air at 9:PM years, including those resulting from exposure to cold weather," said Gil YouTube and others to celebrate King Day and Black ET/PT on Feb 13th on BET. History Month. Elane Gibbs (a quarter finalist on The X McRae, director of the FWC's Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. Factor), performs “Martin Can You Hear Us.” To see the Movies: "Over the next few years, we will use data from monitoring programs to video go to www.mlksong.com or better understand any long-term implications for the population. We will www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjkdfXKH9TA The Inn Keepers. Magnet Releasing, Dark Sky Films & Glass Eye Pix. Starring Sara Paxton, Pat Healy and continue to work with our partners to enhance the availability of natural Our best birthday wishes also go out to the greatest, for- Kelly McGillis. Written, Produced, Directed and Edited by warm-water sites, which are important habitats for the species' survival," mer three time World Heavyweight Boxing Champion and Ti West. Produced by Peter Phok, Larry Fessenden and McRae said. the people’s champion Muhammad Ali who celebrated the Derek Curl. This film is very scary because there are no FWC researchers, managers and law enforcement staff work closely big 7-0 (70yrs), Tuesday, Jan 17th. A slue of celebs from special effects so things happen like they really would in real life. The Yankee Pedlar Inn is about to close it’s door after together to evaluate mortality data and identify necessary actions. the music and sports worlds gathered to celebrate Ali’s 70th being in business for over 100 years. Two ghost hunters at this year’s “Power Of Love Gala” in Las Vegas. Managers focus on actions that can reduce risks to manatees and protect come to prove or disprove the existence of the boogie man Proceeds benefitted the Muhammad Ali Center in foraging and warm-water habitats. The FWC's Division of Law in the place and all hell breaks loose. Young horror film Louisville, KY. and The Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain maker Ti West scored big with his last scary flick “House Of Enforcement, in cooperation with partner agencies, uses knowledge of Health in Cleveland, OH. This event helped raise aware- The Devil” ness for Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, ALS and Parkinson’s and he hits another homer out of the park with local boating habits, well-posted speed zones and up-to-date manatee which Ali has been battling since 1984. this one! information as part of its on-the-water enforcement operations. Informing boaters about manatee conservation and enforcing manatee- Name In Vain: Contraband. Universal Pictures and Working Title Pictures. Starring Mark Wahlberg, Kate Beckinsale, Ben protection zones are priorities for the FWC. Beyonce and Jay-Z’s precious bundle of joy Blue Ivy Foster, Giovanni Ribisi and Lucas Haas. Directed by To learn more about manatee conservation, go to has only been in the world almost two weeks and some mis- Baltasar Kormakur. Screenplay by Aaron Guzikowski. MyFWC.com/Manatee. fits are already misusing her name. According to TMZ, sev- Produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner and Baltasar eral weed dispensaries in Hollywood are selling a new strain Kormakur. Chris Farraday (Wahlberg) has long gotten out To view the 2011 preliminary mortality numbers, visit of marijuana called “Blue Ivy.” As of press time, there was of the international smuggling business where he was the MyFWC.com/Research/Manatee and click on "Manatee Mortality no word as to weather Mr. and Mrs. Carter have issued legal best to go legit. However, his young brother-in-law Andy Statistics." notice to the dispensaries concerning this matter. (Foster) blows a drug smuggling deal and Chris must now Florida residents can help manatees by purchasing the manatee spe- make one more run to pay little brother’s debt. The plot, dia- Please Support: logue, action and suspense are all on the money with this cialty license plate, available at county tax collectors' offices. The funds This is the opening week for “Red Tails,” the George one.collected for these plates go directly to manatee research and conserva- Locus film about the historic Tuskegee Airmen fighter tion. Hit me up at [email protected] pilots of World War II. This is the flick that Hollywierd didn’t To report a dead or distressed manatee, call the FWC's Wildlife Alert want to release because there are no White heroes to save Study, Observe and Win! the Black folks. It is very critical that this movie opens #1 at Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922). the box office this weekend. Tell everybody and go see it Rych PAGE B-6 THE STAR JANUARY 21, 2012 EDITORIAL THE FLORIDA STAR Upholding Voting Rights in the Memory of Dr. King THE GEORGIA STAR By Benjamin Todd Jealous President & CEO, NAACP OWNER/PUBLISHER DESIGN AND WEB SITE PARTNER- CLARA JACKSON McLAUGHLIN ALLEN PROCTOR MANAGEMENT “AROUND THE TOWN” This year, on the day our nation celebrates Dr. LONZIE LEATH, RINETTA M. FEFIE FRANCES BRADLEY, VOLUME BURKES SALES & MARKETING Martin Luther King, Jr., I proudly stood alongside G. ABRAMS, DENNIS WADE, SPECIAL SECTIONS NAACP State Conference presidents on the steps DAN EVANS TIA AYELE of the capitol building in Columbia, South OFFICE/ACCOUNTS MANAGER SPORTS EDITOR SHIQUITA WILSON MIKE BONTS Carolina for the annual King Day at the Dome LAYOUT EDITOR COLUMNS March and Rally. The event has grown into a massive commemoration over the years, but this year it took on a MAY E. FORD YOLANDA KNUCKLE new significance as Attorney General Eric Holder joined the commemoration, honoring Dr. King and pledging to CRIME & JUSTICE GEORGIA MARKETING KEVIN KIM ANGELA FAVORS MORRELL carry forward his mission in the years ahead. CARIBBEAN NEWS/SPECIAL LAYOUT DISTRIBUTION Looking out over the crowd of thousands, I reflected on how Dr. King risked everything to advance civil and ARTHIA NIXON DAVID SCOTT Investigative Reporter: Lonzie Leath human rights in America. How, despite repeated threats against his life, he spread the message of non-violent civil Reporters/Photographers: Marsha Phelts, Laurence Greene, disobedience against unjust laws throughout the Jim Crow South and our nation as a whole. F. M. Powell, III, Michael Phelts, Richard McLaughlin, Dr. King’s leadership has inspired Americans to win big victories that have moved our nation closer to the Andrea F. K. Ortiz, Angela Morrell, and Cheryl Williams long-expressed, but yet-unrealized ideal that our school children repeat every day: we are "one nation, under God, Columnists: Ulysses Watkins, Jr., M.D., Ester Davis, Lucius Gantt, Ask Deanna, Cynthia Ferrell, Delores Mainor Woods, Farris Long indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." Distribution and Sales: Abeye Ayele, Cassie Williams, Yet today, one of the greatest victories Dr. King helped win during his lifetime is under withering attack: The Shiquita Wilson, David Scott Voting Rights Act and the rights it protects – for all Americans to be able to participate in free and fair elections. TEL: (904) 766-8834 FAX: (904) 765-1673 South Carolina has become ground zero in this battle. 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As an African - American newspaper, we basically report on offenses committed by African - Americans. Please note that in our observations, weekly reports show that African - Americans DO NOT commit the largest percentage of criminal offenses in this area. Gun Dealer Shot and Killed by Police Two Arrested for New Year’s Day Murder

Two men were arrested for the death of club A man dealing in firearms was shot and killed by police owner, James Darren Graham, 45, on New Year’s during an undercover operation that turned violent. Day. Undercover investigators said that they have already pur- Nathaniel Ford Jr., 36, and Terrance James chased weapons before from Johnny Wright, 23. Wright Holmes, 22, were trying to get into a club in the early was being investigated for illegally selling firearms and un- hours of New Year’s Day. Graham conducted pat- dercover officers planned to meet with Wright to buy three Nathaniel downs near the entrance to keep guns and weapons handguns. Wright chose a location behind a church to pro- Ford Jr. out of the club, but Ford and James fought their way ceed with the transaction, but officers were not only met in. Reports say that Ford started arguing with Graham and Holmes pulled out a handgun after arguing with club co-owner, Vincent Brown. Johnny Wright with Wright but two of his accomplices, Jean Marcel Police say according to witnesses, Holmes and Coulanges, 18, and Elvence Saint Aulien, 19. The officers had $1,000 to buy the Ford opened fire at Graham, who was standing in the three weapons, but investigators believe Wright had planned to rob them in- doorway before leaving the scene. Graham was struck stead of selling them the guns. several times, but managed to fire back. He was taken Wright had no intentions of selling the weapons in the to the hospital along with two other bystanders. Gra- first place and had the undercover officers set up. Reports ham was pronounced dead and Ford was said to have say that the three men showed up in a silver Chevy and been shot and wounded in the leg. Terrance Holmes Wright brought a backpack into the deputy’s unmarked car. Over thirty witnesses were interviewed about the incident and police were able to finally track down Ford and Police said that while the money was being counted during Holmes. Both were arrested for murder. the deal, Coulanges came out of the Chevy with a rifle, pointed it at the officer’s head, and demanded the money. Wright and Coulanges took the money and started running Jean Coulanges back to the Chevy. Wright pointed a handgun while he was running and officers watching the operation at a distance responded by open- ing fire in Wright’s direction. A total of 15 shots were fired and Wright was shot and fatally wounded. Nobody else was hurt. Coulanges and Aulien were arrested and charged with first-degree murder for the death of an accomplice in the commission of a felony crime. Both were also denied bond. Coulanges has had many arrests while he was a juvenile. He had been arrested 21 times since 2007 and his most re- cent arrest before this incident was for two felony warrants in November of last year. Auliens was arrested only once in February of last year for marijuana possession. Elvence Aulien Wright was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pro- nounced dead. JANUARY 21, 2012 THE STAR C&J 2 From Actual Police Reports SSSHH! DidDid YouYou HearHear About?...About?... EDITOR’S NOTE: All suspects are deemed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The Sheriff’s Office reports are a matter of public record. The Star seeks to educate in the hope of keeping our community safe. 17-Year-Old with Fake Gun Shot Dead By Police Your Safety A teenager, who was Home Heating Safety carrying a fake gun, was shot dead during a stake- The cold season of winter has not ended yet and the best way to keep warm is with out. some kind of heating system in our homes. There are some precautions to take and Detectives were con- here are some things to keep in mind: ducting a stakeout at a Kangaroo convenience Preventing Fires: • Place space heaters on a floor that is flat and level. Do not put space heaters on Ruise’s fake gun, spray-painted store, where 17-year-old rugs or carpets. Keep the heater at least three feet from bedding, drapes, furniture, black Craig Ruise entered the and other flammable materials; and place space heaters out of the flow of foot traf- store through the side with a handgun and robbed the two fic. Keep children and pets away from space heaters. clerks in the business. The two officers watched Ruise use a • To prevent the risk of fire, NEVER leave a space heater on when you go to sleep fake gun to hold the robbery through the store window. Ruise or place a space heater close to any sleeping person. Turn the heater off when you then ran out of the front door and was confronted by the offi- leave the area. cers. The officers drew their weapons and ordered the teen to • Never use gasoline in a kerosene space heater. Even small amounts of gasoline surrender and put the gun down. Ruise failed to comply and mixed with kerosene can increase the risk of a fire. Have fireplace flues and chimneys inspected for leakage and blockage from cre- still held the gun in his hand. The detectives then fired about osote or debris every year. seven to eight shots, mostly hitting him in the torso. • Open the fireplace damper before lighting a fire, and keep it open until the ashes Ruise fell to the ground, while still holding to fake are cool. An open damper may help prevent build-up of poisonous gases inside the gun. Ruise was pronounced dead at the scene. The gun Ruise home. held was a fake gun that was spray painted black, which • Store fireplace ashes in a looked like a replica of a Colt 1911 to the officers. fire-resistant container, and Reports say there have been eight Kangaroo robberies cover the container with a lid. Keep the container out- dating back since November of last year. Ruise was said to doors and away from com- have matched the suspect descriptions in all of the robberies, bustibles. Dispose of ashes wearing similar clothes, carrying a similar gun, and carrying carefully, keeping them out the crime in the same method . Police are still investigat- away from dry leaves, trash ing to confirm if Ruise was responsible for those robberies. or other combustible mate- According to records, Ruise has no prior felony arrests. rials. The officers involved in the shooting were Mark E. Preventing Carbon Campanaro, a 10-year veteran of the department, and William Monoxide Poisoning: H. Irvin, a 5-year veteran. Police say these officers fired at • Never operate a portable Ruise in order protect themselves and other civilians from the gasoline-powered generator Would you like to stay connected with your loved suspect as he was holding a weapon, which appeared to be in an enclosed space, such ones on lock down in jail, or prison? real. There was no time to distinguish whether the weapon as a garage, shed, or crawl- Anyone gone but not forgotten that you want to was real or fake. Both are on administrative leave, which is an space, or in the home. encourage? Get connected and keep a CONNECTION through our new initial procedure following any police-involved shooting. • Keep portable generators as far away from your home CONNECTION spot. Police also say Ruise had parked a vehicle in a neigh- Call, Write, Email, or Fax to us titled: and your neighbors' homes borhood adjacent to the business and walked to the store. After CONNECTION, $10 - 3 lines of text only as possible - away from (Total 18 words) With PICTURE included $25. investigating the vehicle, police discovered it belonging to a open doors, windows or family member. vents that could allow dead- Contact G’ @ 904-766-8834 or Email This was said to have been the fourth police involved ly carbon monoxide into the [email protected] send all correspondence to P.O. Box 40629, Jacksonville, FL 32203 shooting this year already. home. JANUARY 21, 2012 THE STAR C&J 3 BizarreBizarre CrimesCrimes who, what, when...huh?

3-Year-Old Shoots Self Brick Thrown at Car, Which Hits Bystander, Who Loses Leg

A man and a woman face charges after a 3-year-old An 18-year-old was arrested for starting a boy accidentally shot himself. fight and throwing a brick at a car, which drove into Police said the two adults, Barbara Anne Powell, 22, a man, who lost his leg. and Gregory Eugene Chisholm, 24, were in bed until they Clarence Hall, 18, approached Timara Wim- heard a “pop.” When they looked to see where it came ber, who was in the car with another person.Wimber from, they found the boy laying on the floor with a chest came to the area to go to a market, but Hall started a Barbara Powell fight and threatened them asking what they were wound. His 5-year old sister was there with him. Clarence Hall Powel first told police that the gun was hers and she had put it under doing “in his neighborhood and his store.” Hall continued the fight as Wimber exited the store calling the mattress, but she later said it Chisholm and not hers. The children were her a derogatory name. Wimber and the other person got into the car, aware of the placement of the gun as one of them said, “My but Hall started kicking and hitting the car, breaking off the mirrors daddy always keeps the gun underneath the mattress.” Of- and damaging the door handle. He then entered the backseat and ficers say that the 3-year-old boy fired a shot, which rico- started attacking the person sitting there. A large crowd formed and cheted and hit him in the upper body. Hall got a brick and threw it into the front windshield, shattering it. Powell and Chisholm were arrested and charged with Wimber, who was driving, lost control and drove into a man one count each of child neglect and culpable negligence. pinning him against a pole. He was taken to a hospital and had to get Gregory Chisholm Chisholm was also charged with violating the terms of his his leg amputated. probation. His probation violation charge goes back to a 2010 domestic vi- Hall was arrested on four charges including attempted felony olence conviction. murder. Other Unusual Crimes Across the Nation

Pastor Steals Over $200,000 From Church Police Accused of Beating Man, But Police Say He Beat Himself Grand Rapids, MI- 38-year-old pastor, Arthur Pearson Sr., was ac- cused of taking as much as $237,374 from his own church. Auditors As you can see in the mugshot, 26-year-old Rodgerick say that they found a large amount of transactions made by Pearson, Everett Jr.’s face is covered with scrapes, bruises, and his which became suspicious. Surprisingly, Pearson had church mem- lip is swollen. His injuries are obvious and he is even wear- bers who supported him despite his committed crimes. They even gathered in ing a cervical collar. According to the report, police pulled prayer for him before a court hearing. Investigation showed transactions made to a car over that Everett was riding. Everett was suspected of Victoria’s Secret, Forever 21, Bed, Bath, and Beyond, Red Lobster, and many other buying drugs and police confronted him with weapons places. The money was also used for other expenses such as dentistry, travel, and drawn. He immediately surrendered and was put in handcuffs. A plastic insurance. Pearson turned himself into police and admit to his wrongdoings. Police baggie was reported sticking out of his right sock, which police found sus- are investigating if others were involved in the embezzlement. pected cocaine and marijuana. The injuries were not mentioned anywhere Man Covered in Powder for Mugshot in the report, but it did say that he “became belligerent and struck his head 23-year-old Travis Williams was at a shopping mall around noon multiple times on the metal cage within the marked police vehicle.” Ac- and was reportedly yelling and trying to hit patrons. He got into a cording to Everett, his injuries came from being beat by the police. He also said that he was dragged from his feet. Everett’s mother didn’t believe in fighting stance when cops showed up. One of the officers filled out the allegations and didn’t believe his son had beaten his own head in the pa- a report and under the “scars, tattoos, and unique physical features” trol car until he broke his neck. Everett was charged with purchase and pos- section, he wrote “none visible.” Reports show that Williams already has a 94-page session of cocaine and marijuana, criminal mischief and resisting arrest arrested record, which include several busts for possession of cocaine. Williams is without violence. Everett is also the son of 16-year law enforcement offi- also unemployed and have been arrested many times for crimes from burglary and cer. He has also previously faced charges of armed burglar, assault with a grand theft to possession of marijuana and trespass. firearm, and third-degree grand theft. PAGE B4 C M Y K

JANUARY 21, 2012 THE STAR C&J 4 CriminalCriminal Line-UpLine-Up MISSING CHILDREN

Name: Allatawanna L. Name: Jimika Nikala Davis Name: Chantal Tatiyana Name: Dontavious L. Name: Jade Mildred Gilchrist Age: 13 Patterson Frazier Jackson Age: 15 Weight: 120 lbs Age: 16 Age: 15 Age: 17 Weight: 120 lbs Last seen: 12/12/11 Weight: 98 lbs Weight: 133 lbs Weight: 130 lbs Last seen: 12/14/11 Last seen: 1/08/12 Last seen: 1/22/12 Last seen: 1/05/12 ON THE LOOKOUT

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Police are investigating an ongoing bank fraud scheme involving the two listed individuals who are tar- geting Vystar Credit Union.

Beginning in October 2010 until present the two girls have committed multiple counts of bank fraud. Their continued pattern of criminal conduct has resulted in a loss of approximately $25,000 to the bank.

Breanna Anderson was arrested Thursday, January 12, 2012 for Bank Fraud with no bond.

Police are actively looking for Shavia Hatcher, 17 years old. She has an active warrant for her arrest for bank fraud with no bond.

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Citizens with tips are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and become eligible for a reward. JANUARY 21, 2012 THE STAR PR - 1 PP Simmons Pediatrics RR A/B Honor Roll Celebration

EE Simmons Pediatrics salutes their honor students for excellent achievements in

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S is impossible to achieve,” Dr. Simmons e states. “However, with both of them, all c things are possible in 2012. Where we t i believe our child shall succeed.” Again, o we salute our scholars, small and Dr. Simmons with AB Honor Roll Students n large. continued on page PR-4 JANUARY 21, 2012 PREP RAP PR - 2 Elementary Students to Graduate from an ter prepare their kids for the real world.” can then be put into a savings account, which lets Intensive Financial Program Here are some tips to help you and your kids families work towards savings goals together. create and manage a kid-friendly budget: Parents can also turn to Internet sites to help en- Author and entrepreneur Twyla Prindle's finan- • Make it a family affair: Sit down and compile courage their kids’ financial skills, using methods cial students/graduates are also published authors a list of supplies your kids need and activities they and tools that resonate well with them, such as on- want to pursue. Then see if you have any leftover line and video games. In fact, 76 percent of teens JACKSONVILLE, FL – On Thursday, January supplies from previous trips to the store, such as say educational video and online games are a good 26, 2012 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm Bayview Elemen- binders that can be re-used. You can also scour way to learn, according to the study from Capital tary will hold their book release party for Kash community papers or online coupon sites for dis- One. One such tool is the kid-friendly website JA Kids. The ceremony will include the graduation of counted activities. Finance Park Virtual, which tasks kids with meeting 30 3rd - 5th grade students that completed the 8 • Create a budget: Ask your children how much real-life needs such as developing a budget, main- week “Fun Financial Basics” workshop offered by they think is reasonable to spend on the things they taining a household, supporting a family and pur- Kash Kids Inc. and sponsored by United Way Full want. Then draft a list and price each item using the suing a career through virtual simulation. To learn Service Schools and Publix. The students will also Internet or a mobile app. If you exceed projected more, visit www.financepark.ja.org. perform in a short play entitled “Why Did I Get estimates, work together to prioritize the list. Most of all, don’t wait to begin talking to your This Credit Card?” • Be flexible: If your teens really want big-ticket kids about money. The earlier they start and the The Fun Financial Basics program is one of the items, work with them to find the money. They can more they know, the better they’ll be prepared for 8-week intensive programs offered by Kash Kids find ways to cut costs by clipping coupons, looking the real world. designed to teach children in the United States the for sales or buying used items. Any extra earnings subject of money, goal setting and investing. The students learned financial basics such as cash flow, inflation, the time value of money, the rule of 72, the four ways to make money and how to read a fi- nancial statement. All workshops were fun and in- teractive for the kids. Twyla and her students will be at Bayview Ele- mentary School, 3257 Lake Shore Boulevard, Jack- sonville, FL 32210 on Thursday, January 26th, 6 pm to 730 pm signing their books. The Principal is Mrs. Kerwyn Neal. Kids can come by and take pic- tures with mascot, Little Twyla, during these hours. For additional information about Kash Kids, Prindle House, Twyla Prindle, seminars, books, and programs, please contact: Penny Smith, Parent Lia- son 904-381-3920. Budgeting Basics For Kids

(StatePoint) Do you want your kids to be sensi- ble about money, but aren’t sure where to begin? You’re not alone. Most teens --55 percent according to a new study from Capital One Financial Corporation-- say they would like to learn more about money man- agement skills. However, half (51 percent) of them report that their parents discuss money and bank- ing concepts with them once a month or less.

“Overall, teens report limited practical experi- ence managing money,” says Shelley Solheim, Di- rector of Financial Education at Capital One. “By having conversations about finance and finding ways for them to practice necessary skills when buying school supplies or clothing, parents can bet- JANUARY 21, 2012 PREP RAP PR - 3

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