WWW.TRIANGLE TRIBUNE.COM The Triangle Slow death of capital punishment in NC Death penalty use in state falls to all- RIBUNE time low in spite of efforts to revise TTHE TRIANGLE’S CHOICE FOR THE BLACK VOICE By Stephanie Carson N.C. NEWS SERVICE RALEIGH – The death penalty is on the books in North Carolina, but not VOLUME 17 NO. 39 $1.00 on the minds of the justice system. WEEK OF DECEMBER 27, 2015 There were no new death sentences this year in the Tar Heel State, and it's been nearly a decade since there was an execution in the state. Gretchen Engel, executive director of the Center for Death Penalty Litiga- What is the top HBCU tion, says public opinion has shown a significant shift in recent years. "The public at least has figured out that we don't need the death penalty, sports moment of and the legislators in Raleigh need to catch up with the public on where they 2015? Find out on are in terms of the death penalty," she said. The trend in North Carolina of a decrease in the use of capital punishment Sports 1B. mirrors the national trend. There were 26 executions in six states this year, the fewest since 1991. Juries handed down only 49 new death sentences, the fewest in the modern era, according to a report released by the Death Penalty Information Center. Engel also points to recent cases where it was proved that death row in- mates were wrongly convicted of their crime, and the financial cost of death ? Please seeSLOW/2A No school President suspensions, Obama noBy Latishaproblem? Catchatoorian grants [email protected] DURHAM – Durham Public Schools is looking at ways to reduce suspensions clemency more vigorously than ever. The school system, following national trends, has long been scrutinized for high rates of suspensions. Especially concern- to 97 ing to parents and community members is the disparity in suspensions of black students and students with disabilities compared to their white counterparts. prisoners In the 2011-12 school year, DPS sus- By Zenitha Prince pended nearly 3,200 high school stu- Senior AFRO Correspondent dents alone, which was up 8 percent from Christmas came early to 97 the previous year. Twenty-three percent felons granted commutations of black DPS students were suspended at and pardons by President least once during the 2009-10 school Barack Obama Dec. 18. year. African-American males in middle Most of the prisoners were be- school had a suspension rate of 37 per- hind bars for non-violent drug- cent the same year. related offenses: at least 74 of “We want to be sure that our code of the 95 commutations involved conduct is enforced without any sort of possession or distribution of ei- bias across race or class or level of stu- ther crack or cocaine, nine in- PHOTO COURTESY OF KEN BRANSON, MASTER M.I.N.D. PRODUCTIONS volved methamphetamine, five dent disability. We know nationwide Rick Moore is a talented and aspiring entrepreneur on the rise. there are disparities (for blacks, Hispanics involved marijuana, and five and disabled students) compared to others involved unspecified white and non-disabled students,” DPS drugs. Board Chair Heidi Carter said. Another two of the commuta- Currently, the disciplinary code of con- tions were for non-drug-associ- duct permits out-of-school suspensions ated crimes: one involving for Level II infractions like communicat- armed bank robbery and an- The Triangle Tribune other for possession of a ing threats, trespassing, misuse of school computers, etc., but it also permits out- firearm by a convicted felon. of-school suspensions for Level I infrac- The president also used his tions like inappropriate language, constitutional power to grant skipping class, and disruptive behavior Newsmaker of the Year pardons to an Ohio physician “in cases where a student refuses to par- convicted of counterfeiting in ticipate in the in-school interventions or T-shirt tycoon ends year on a high note 2002, and a New Kent, Virginia, engages in persistent violations of a Level got its jump-start after Moore decided to sell woman convicted of aiding and By Latisha Catchatoorian abetting bank fraud. I rule.” Discretion of these scenarios is left [email protected] his t-shirts at a film festival of all places. After up to principals, but DPS is trying to pro- attending a trade show, “where only the guys The commutations were the vide them with more options. DURHAM – Local t-shirt designer Rick Moore with the fanciest booths and the most money” third set Obama has given this On Dec. 10, a task force comprised of is a master of analogies and an enthusiastic were recognized, he decided to do things a year and the most awarded at parents, staff, community members and storyteller. better way – go someplace where there weren’t one time. In all, this administra- other stakeholders presented the board This comes out in his designs for his cloth- thousands of other competitors in his same tion has granted 184, which ex- with other options principals may use in ing company Nyla Elise (named after his market. He attended a film festival with ceeds the total grants by the lieu of suspensions. daughter) with catchphrases like “read books, dozens of his “Film is my ammo” t-shirts in previous six presidents com- “At this time last year, I told you about not labels” and “I grew here, you flew here” tow and put them directly in the hands of ac- bined. the important work the Code of Student emblazoned on his t-shirts, sweatshirts, tank tors, who are arguably the biggest promoters The commutations are part of Conduct Task Force had begun to im- tops and more. Moore’s brand is simply an ex- of any product. the White House’s clemency ini- prove the equity and effectiveness of tension of who he is as a person, and it shows. “Authenticity always sells,” Moore said. tiative – launched in 2014 – Durham Public Schools discipline policies He said he’s not a “mad revolutionist,” but Moore likened Nyla Elise to an old, balled-up which reflects Obama’s commit- and procedures,” DPS Superintendent his ideas do transcend what is usually found ment to criminal justice reform, Bert L’Homme wrote in an op-ed for the in the “corporate box.” For instance, Nyla Elise Please see MOORE/2A including parity in sentencing. News & Observer. “The Code… had been Civil and human rights groups tweaked and updated over the years, but hailed the move. it had been a long time since it had been “American presidents have thoroughly vetted and never before by a had the power to show mercy large, diverse panel of 47 Durham com- since the founding of our Re- munity members.” public. President Obama is the L’Homme said the board’s goal is to Dreams Fund helps women keep first president in decades to use have a “menu of options for principals to it as the founders intended,” use in determining appropriate conse- said Julie Stewart, president and quences when students break the rules.” founder of Families Against dreams alive and fulfill potential Mandatory Minimums, in a Suggestions included no suspensions for Level I non-aggravating offenses such By Maria Magher statement. “For that reason, we as violating the dress code or bringing a Correspondent commend him for showing cellphone to school; greater focus on pro- more mercy than his predeces- A whopping 71 percent of sors. But his work is not done…. gram and in-school options for those who women polled in a recent survey do violate code of conduct standards; de- Far too many others are still said they feel their gender has serving excessively long sen- veloping guidelines for suspension inhibited them from reaching ranges, and treating disciplinary action tences that should be com- their professional goals. It is muted as well.” differently according to school level. findings like these that are moti- “They presented to us on where they Under the clemency initiative, vating people like Christie Gar- qualified federal prisoners were are – the work they’ve done to date,” ton and the 1,000 Dreams Fund Carter said. “Not necessarily in specifics encouraged to apply to have to help provide opportunities for their sentences commuted. But yet (but) the direction they are heading. women and work to find ways to Overall, we are very pleased with the re- of the 36,000 offenders that help them overcome obstacles. have applied, fewer than 200 port. There were a number of different The survey, which was suggestions about alternatives to suspen- have received clemency in the launched by the 1,000 Dreams past two years, according to the sions and the code of conduct itself. (For Fund in conjunction with Toluna example) the consequences at an elemen- Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Quick Surveys, included 1,000 Rights Under Law, which helped tary level would be less severe than at the women ages 17 to 23 in the middle and high school levels.” coordinate the efforts of attor- United States. It polled women neys who have been working The task force outlined guiding and about the "State of the Girl," such foundational principles: pro bono to assist those prison- as their experiences in school ers. • Set high expectations for behavior and work, and what obstacles Sarah Cole is a student at Harvard University. and adopt an instructional approach to The group is calling on the ad- they face. ministration to intensify its ef- school discipline. they did not have enough diver- Fund, which provides small The survey also found that 53 forts and is also charging •. Involve families, students and school sity of role models. scholarships to help women take percent of women said they Congress to play its part in re- personnel in development and imple- "People are finally starting to advantage of educational oppor- were a victim of discrimination forming the nation’s racially un- mentation of policies and communicate talk about these issues in a real tunities. at some point in their lives, and just criminal justice system, regularly. way, in a deeper way, than they "Some of the information we've 30 percent felt their race hin- including its archaic, counter- • Ensure that clear, developmentally ap- have in the past," said Garton, a been discovering is really eye- dered them from reaching their productive sentencing laws. propriate and proportional consequences professional goals. The survey social entrepreneur and author opening," Garton said. For exam- also found that a majority felt who founded the 1,000 Dreams Please see NO/2A Please see FUND/2A Please see PRESIDENT/2A

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NewsmakerContinued from page 1A Alfred Edmond of Jr., senior the VP still thoughtYear I was cool.” $100 bill. He said if someone and CCO of Black Enterprise. Statements like these taken offered him five, crisp one- Moore recently was invited out of context may come off dollar bills in exchange, he to speak to a crowd of roughly as cocky, but Moore is simply (obviously) wouldn’t do the 950 people at St. Augustine’s a testament that if you believe trade. University as a licensed in yourself things will happen “If you know your worth, speaker – one of the youngest for you. you can never be taken ad- they’ve ever had. St. Augus- “To me, it’s about being a vantage of,” he said. “Some- tine’s gave Moore his first good person first of all. body has to give you a chance radio show before his cloth- There’s so many scumbags in (though) before you can con- ing line venture, when he said positions to help people (who quer whatever it is you want no one else believed in him. don’t),” he said. “I feel like if to conquer in business. I hate Moore’s uncle attended St. I’m the best man of God I can gatekeepers.” Aug’s and Moore grew up be, then I’m going to be the And for a man who knows playing basketball there dur- best father, the best husband, his worth, 2015 has been a ing the summers. He talked to the best son, the best de- huge year for Moore. He was the students about his busi- signer… the best version of featured in the small business ness journey and stressed the myself.” section of Black Enterprise importance of investing in T. Anthony Waller, senior di- magazine this past spring, people who invest in you. He rector of corporate affairs for and shot a commercial spot wants to encourage millenni- Wal-Mart, said he met Moore last month for Lenovo, which als to think outside the box. last year in Cincinnati and he NCNS has partnered with him for “I didn’t start this company was "totally focused" on his vi- the past few years. and hope I would be good. I sion. "I'm telling you, Nyla Elise is started this company thinking "This brother might just a brand on the rise; you want I would be dope,” he said. have something. He ended up to pay attention to this," said “Even when I wasn’t dope, I making me get a few T-shirts." Slow death of capital

punishmentContinued from page 1A in NC penalty cases. President Obama grants "Even with all the safeguards that we have, we continue to convict innocent people," she said. "This is a very costly failsafe, particularly when you think of the fact that we have life with- clemency to 97 prisoners out parole." Continued from page 1A “Legislation to reform these laws have drawn unprecedented bipartisan support, such as the Sentencing Reform and Corrections Act of 2015, passed by the Senate Judiciary Commit- tee in October,” said Jon Greenbaum, chief counsel for the Lawyers’ Committee, in a state- ment. “The House Judiciary Committee passed a similar bill reforming federal sentencing laws NoContinued suspensions, from page 1A which may include lunchno de- problem?Carter said marijuana pos- in November. Both chambers need to bring these bills to the floor as soon as possible in 2016.” apply. tail, Saturday detention, in- session is one of the most • Include appropriate proce- school suspension, common reasons a student dures for students with dis- after-school work detail or may get suspended. The task abilities and due process. channeling students into force recommended that a • Remove from classroom community programs. first time offender (of posses- only as a last resort, ensure “It’s easy to assume suspen- sion, not intent to sell) be en- that alternative settings pro- sions are excessive in the ab- rolled into a diversion vide academic instruction, sence of an analysis of the program for counseling, Fund helps women keep behaviors that caused the sus- which the district pays for. and return students to regu- lar class as soon as possible. pension, but I do agree that Carter said this is something Hillside High Principal most infractions do not war- they’ve already been imple- dreamsContinued from page and1A ship throughhopes the fund. Colealiveteachers are supported and William Logan said he trusts rant out-of-school suspen- menting. “I think our primary goal is ple, she said women typically said she is not surprised by are prepared to do the best that his principal and assis- sions, especially when there to reduce the loss of instruc- have more student debt; there the survey results and has ex- job they can. tant principal colleagues in are opportunities for school tional time for students,” she are typically fewer women en- perienced many of these is- "If we get that system cor- the school system use sus- administrators to help stu- said. “Our students have to be trepreneurs, and women en- sues first-hand. rect, then we can make sure pensions when warranted and dents make a direct connec- in school to learn so the goal trepreneurs have a harder "I think it's interesting being that our students are learning that the central office admin- tion between the violation is to improve student behav- time raising money than men. a female student of color on a and are getting a valuable ed- istrators provide support to and the consequence,” he ior, and if their student behav- The 1,000 Dreams Fund campus like Harvard because ucation," she said. those who may need to make said. “It’s always been our re- ior is not in compliance with hopes to open a dialogue when people treat you in a Cole said she is particularly adjustments in their discipli- sponsibility to issue school the code of conduct, we want about these issues to find so- way that's condescending, interested in how society val- nary practices. disciplinary action when stu- to have a consequence that lutions. It is designed to offer you wonder if it's because ues certain career pathways Logan said at Hillside they dents violate board policies. improves the behavior and women $1,000 scholarships you're a woman or black or and that those jobs seen as in- always try to use alternatives My colleagues and I should be keeps them on track academ- for tuition, exam fees, confer- some combination of both," herently feminine, such as ed- to out-of-school suspensions, comfortable handling this re- ically.” ences and training, tutoring, she said. "I've been in conver- ucation, are often sponsibility.” study abroad opportunities sations with people where undervalued. Those positions and more. It also connects they say, 'Well, you seem like are often paid less and receive women with mentorship op- a really intelligent person.' But less money for research. It's portunities. the fact that they even have just one way women are un- "It's about connecting them the power to validate my in- dervalued. with resources but also about telligence is a problem." "We're focused on real girls connecting them with men- After Cole finishes her work and their dreams," Garton tors, connecting them with at Harvard, she plans to work said, adding the fund hopes role models to help them nav- as an educator for a few years to reach 1,000 girls as its first igate that next step after col- and then move into policy. goal and will share the stories lege," Garton said. "That's Cole said her research has of every girl who receives critical to helping women get shown her the most impor- funding on its website. on that equal playing field." tant thing we can do to im- "There is so much work to Sarah Cole is a Harvard stu- prove education for all do, and it starts with the data," dent who received a scholar- students is to make sure she said.

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U11294b, 11/15 3A NEWS/The Triangle Tribune Sunday, December 27, 2015 HBCU presidents share advice with young leaders By Autumn A. Arnett president believes it’s all ernance component, boards who know better.” want to be heard. You will important that he was first learn a lot in the position and out with that information be- DIVERSE ISSUES IN EDUCATION about him, it’s all about her, at our schools are different,” Shaw University President that’s when they get in trou- said Philander Smith College Tashni-Ann Dubroy said de- learn a lot about people if you fore anyone else could “put Talladega College President ble. Because no one person President Roderick Smothers, spite what goes on – whether just listen.” their spin on it.” Hawkins had some advice for can do this by themselves.” who admitted he “was not a tense board meeting or a Winston Salem State Univer- The presidents agreed there the next generation of HBCU South Carolina State Interim prepared for that level of dif- disciplinary conversation sity Chancellor Elwood Robin- is a great amount of work to leaders: “Running a college, President W. Franklin Evans ference.” with staff or students – part of son shared the importance of be done on the leadership you’re running an education said “each and every day, just “The success of your presi- the job of the president is to telling the institution’s own front to ensure the continued business enterprise,” he said. when you think you’ve dency will be based on the positively represent the uni- story and not allowing others vitality of these storied insti- “You’ve always got to keep learned everything there is to chair of your board. If you versity at all times, even in to tell it for you. Citing a re- tutions. that first.” learn, something else pops have a great chair, you’ll have disposition. port by the University of “It just breaks my heart that Addressing members of the up. a long tenure as president.” “Nobody tells you that North Carolina System (of we’re losing our institutions,” Higher Education Leadership “As the president, your job And it is not only board dy- you’re going to have to smile which WSSU is a member) that Hawkins said. “We’ve got to Foundation’s Beta Cohort, a does not stop when you leave namics. Other institutional for the cameras and for the found Winston to have the do everything we can do to group of higher education the office. it does not stop stakeholders can also be a stakeholders 100 percent of highest job placement among keep our colleges [thriving].” professionals in various when you’re not on campus great hindrance to the leader- the time … that took some graduates of any system insti- stages of their careers and or you’re not in front of board ship of the institution, Smoth- getting used to,” she said. “Be- tution, Robinson said it was with broad-ranging leadership members; it is 24-7.” ers said. cause nobody wants to see aspirations, Hawkins said it is Some of the leaders ad- “I was not prepared for the the face of a president who’s also important for presiden- dressed a topic that is some- level of politics involved and growling or a president who Get the e-Edition tial hopefuls to humble them- times whispered about but the sometimes nasty and ugly doesn’t have a pleasant dispo- selves and work as part of a rarely addressed publicly: dispositions of some folks in sition.” of the paper team. board dynamics. higher ed – all in the name of Not just smiling for the cam- “In this position, you have “As a young professional, I the movement or advance- eras but being attentive to the triangletribunenewspaper.com to learn to say ‘my fault, I did not always realize that, ment of an institution,” needs of staff and students is messed up,’” he said. “Learn behind those doors, what Smothers said. “It can be very, critical for successful leader- to give credit when credit is went on with board politics, very treacherous out there. ship. due. It’s not about you. … You and even though I took all my Treachery in a way that I have “Learn to become a good lis- have to make decisions that higher ed courses and not yet figured out how to tener,” Hawkins said. “Often- are in the best interest of the thought I understood the gov- pray my way through (perpe- times, just sitting in the institution. … It’s when the trated by) educated people president’s seat, people just

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As I have done Compro Tax affiliates are tomer service from industry when consumers are quite virtually every year via this offered across-the-board experts. vulnerable because many of column and in the five books assistance with start-up and Finally, for those who us feel like we have "extra" I have written, I continue to continuous training in an believe that advocating for Black network money to spend. That extra praise Compro Tax, especial- effort to stay up-to-date on support of black businesses money is called tax refunds. ly around this time of the all tax policies and other is separatist, divisive or Other than folks who get year, because if we have to financial issues and benefits unfair – as some black folks expands with the earned income credit, hire someone to prepare our of which customers can take in Detroit voiced back in most people do not view tax taxes, at least let it be a black- advantage. 2005 when Claud Anderson refunds as their own money owned company. If you hire someone to pre- attempted to develop a black that the IRS has held for a Compro Tax started more pare your tax return, even if business enclave in that city AT&T/DirectTV – I offer a quote from the arti- year or more. Many treat it than 30 years ago, comprises you do not use Compro Tax, The black church, the black press and other cle on Franchise Help.com: black-owned institutions and businesses have both "One approach some tax an historic and a contemporary mission to secure preparation businesses take and to help improve the quality of life of black to avoid the stark seasonality America and of all African people globally. of the tax preparation busi- Thus, it is with a special sense of acknowledge- ness is to diversify and enter ment that we pause to resolutely salute the monu- other related fields. Others, mental good news about black America's largest like Siempre Tax+ are black-owned, faith-based television network, the focused on specific markets, Impact Network, announcing its partnership with like the 'Hispanic' popula- AT&T DIRECTV. Millions of African-Americans and tion." others will benefit from this national broadcasting I rest my case. strategic alliance. To find the Compro Tax The network is now available on AT&T's DIRECTV office nearest you or if you platform. It features programming on urban min- are interested in starting istries and gospel lifestyle entertainment.” your own Compro Tax office, “We're excited about the commitment AT&T go to their website, DIRECTV has shown to the African-American com- www.comprotax.net or call munity by adding our network. We hope our pro- (409) 882-9893; toll free gramming empowers the community with its (888) 884- 2829. And don't uplifting entertainment and with additional oppor- spend all of your tax return tunities for minorities in the television in one place. industry,” Impact Network CEO Bishop Wayne T. Jackson said. Jim Clingman is the author I personally know Bishop Jackson. I of Black Dollars Matter: have firsthand witnessed the entrepre- Teach Your Dollars How to neurial results of his strong work Make More Sense. ethic, faith, dedication and irrepress- ible energy. He is a visionary leader. The Impact Network is now poised to BENJAMINprovide an increase in critically needed HAVIS jobs, as well as professional and tech- C nical training for the next generation of black TV producers, directors and on- Diabetes fight not over for African-Americans air talent. The Centers for Disease Americans are more than take to reclaim black health and good nutrition. An accomplished TV broadcast business leader, Control and Prevention three times as likely to suf- wellness. But it’s difficult to go for a Bishop Jackson brings his innovative and cutting- recently announced the rate fer from health complica- But coverage alone isn’t run around the block when edge approach to The Impact Network. As the sen- of new cases of diabetes in tions related to diabetes, enough to guarantee better you live in a high-crime ior pastor of Great Faith Ministries International in the United States declined by such as lower-limb amputa- health outcomes for African- neighborhood. It’s challeng- Detroit, he and his wife, Dr. Beverly Y. Jackson, about 20 tion and kidney failure. Americans. Health care ing to find fresh fruits and have devoted their lives to serving their congrega- p e r c e n t It’s clear the black com- providers have a responsibility vegetables when you live in a tion and the greater Detroit area for over 20 years. from 2008 munity is shouldering an to deliver inclusive, quality care food desert. We must mar- “We look forward to bringing our customers a to 2014. unequal burden when it that considers the needs of the shal our communities wide variety of programming and unique view- This repre- comes to diabetes treat- whole patient. around the policies that sents the ment, prevention, research That means providing affect our environment’s first sus- and education. patients with relevant, reliable ability to support a culture of t a i n e d And so the CDC’s information that empowers and health and wellness. decrease in announcement — while engages them to make choices Diabetes has been, and will diagnosis welcome news — does not for a healthier life. continue to be, a major pub- Patricia since the dis- signal the fight against the The truth is that all health care lic health issue in the U.S. Maryland ease emerged disease is over. There is providers should strive to pro- We’re making progress in the as a major more work to do to not only vide an environment where no fight against the disease, but threat to pub- overcome the diabetes epi- one is excluded – where every- we need to do more to lic health over the course of demic, but also eliminate one has access to compassion- address the disparities felt the past two decades. the health care disparities ate, personalized care and the by the African-American points. Impact is a welcome addition to our chan- But the fight is far from that disproportionately opportunity for better health population. nel lineup,” AT&T Chief Content Officer Dan York over, especially for minority plague our community. regardless of their struggles or With a focused effort from said. “We're proud to deliver content that speaks to communities. To do that, we must station in life. members of the black com- the different communities we serve.” While the CDC report is redouble our efforts to cre- And that’s the right model for munity, policymakers, civic In our long struggle to advance the cause of free- good news regarding an over- ate a culture of health in all providers. Because we must leaders and health care dom and human liberty, too often the so-called all decline in diabetes rates, it African-American commu- get to know our patients on an providers to create a culture mainstream media has maintained a disproportion- did not acknowledge a signif- nities – one that removes individual, holistic level — not of health, deliver compas- ate negative coverage about the perplexing chal- icant change in prevalence the stigma of seeking care prescribe a one-size-fits-all sionate, personalized care lenges that African-Americans continue to endure. among the African-American and helps our neighbors approach — if we intend to truly and advance the policies that But now to have a national and international faith- community, which continues and family members access improve their health outcomes. make healthy lifestyles based television network that is broadcasting to be far more vulnerable to the opportunities provided Finally, our policymakers, viable, I am confident we can across the nation and throughout the world will the disease than other racial under the Affordable Care civic leaders and all who have a curb the diabetes epidemic certainly be welcomed by many more millions of and ethnic groups. Act. stake in the health of our com- for good, for everyone. people of faith. Consider the data: Black Healthcare.gov is now munity must address the social Roz Edwards reported in a news feature for the adults are about twice as like- available for the open determinants that influence and Patricia A. Maryland is the Michigan Chronicle that, “Before 2010 there was ly to have diagnosed diabetes enrollment period through widen the diabetes equity gap. president of Healthcare not an African American Christian-owned televi- as non-Hispanic white adults. Jan. 31, 2016, and taking For years, we’ve known that dia- Operations and chief operat- sion network in the country or the world. But if you They are also twice as likely advantage of the options betes can be prevented and ing officer for Ascension look at the Black communi- to die from the disease. available today is the first managed with healthy lifestyle Health. ty which is historically What’s more, African- step our community can changes such as exercise and faith-driven, the faithful were left to find religious programming through OUR VOICES laborious channel surfing and hit or miss program- ming.” Impact Network is now DurhamOne of the most important police35 attendeeschief at search each meeting publicwill sessions be isfair available. toyour all voices heard. Future broadcasting 24 hours a decisions for any city is the who braved the weather con- To date, nearly 800 surveys opportunities for input and day, seven days a week and hiring of a police chief. The ditions each night to come have been completed, and a feedback will be noticed can be viewed on city of Durham’s next police out and learn about the Spanish language version through media outlets, social DIRECTV's channel 380, chief must not only have the planned recruitment and (http://bit.ly/durhampo- media and posted on the DISH Network channel 268 critical competencies, back- assessment process, and licechiefsearchspanish) is city’s webpage. and Comcast Xfinity chan- ground and experience need- then share their own ideas. now available. We hope Thank you for your inter- nel 400. Check the local ed to serve this diverse and We also appreciate the many more people take est, engagement and feed- listing in your area. growing community, but also efforts of many interested advantage of this opportuni- back. Now, let's find more ways have a willingness to under- organizations and individu- ty. to continue to advance the stand the many public safety als to enhance the city’s pub- Rest assured that all sustainability of black- and crime issues and chal- licity efforts for these meet- responses will be taken into Tom Bonfield owned businesses. lenges we face. ings by sharing these input account and considered as a Durham city manager BISHOP WAYNE Economic development and It is critical that we recruit opportunities on their own part of this information gath- progress are essentials keys AND BEVERLY and select the right person to social media platforms. ering process. to a better future. JACKSON fill this tall order. As police The community forums I hope we can all agree that departments across the were just one method for ourwhile bringing a new chief nation seek to build better search consultant, into our community in a spir- Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. is the president and relationships with communi- Developmental Associates, it of openness and engage- CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers ties, transparency and to gain valuable feedback. ment, especially given the Association. engagement are critical, espe- Other methods included nationwide need for cially as we seek a new leader. meetings with the mayor andimproved police-community During this search process, city council, city executive relations, the assessment is seeking the input of a variety team members, police offi- also part of a personnel Send comments and questions to: of people in a variety of ways cers, supervisors and com- process, and some aspects will help us obtain a complete mand staff; a focus group will be protected under The Triangle Tribune and balanced picture of what session with participants North Carolina personnel 115 Market, Suite 360G Durham wants and needs from the community and privacy statutes. Durham, NC 27701 from its next chief. meetings with community As the city proceeds Last week, two community groups. through the search process, (919) 688-9408 forums were held to hear In addition, an online sur- we urge all Durham resi- (919) 688-2740 - fax directly what residents want- vey (http://bit.ly/durhampo- dents to take advantage of ed to see in the next chief. We licechiefsearch) for those opportunities now and in the Outgoing Police Chief [email protected] appreciate the approximately who were not able to attend coming months to make Jose Lopez

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More professionals will family seek (or accept) short or part- time stints instead of full-time jobs. aroundBy Brenda Brown Warren Shadd makes beautiful Professionals are increasingly SPECIAL TO THE TRIBUNE choosing freelance jobs in order to gain more control over Each holiday gathering is By Willie Jolley their lives, have flexibility and special. Families and friends music with custom pianos GEORGE CURRY MEDIA be their own boss. By 2020, get together to see how big approximately 40 percent of the kids have gotten, catch Warren Shadd is making his- Americans will be part of what up on family news from the tory while making beautiful has come to be called the “gig” summer and new school music. economy. The rise of this trend year, and remind each other He's a third generation musi- is attributed to many factors, to be grateful for what we cian, a second-generation including increased access to have. piano technician and now the technology, the impact of the However, what is the best first black piano recession and the implementa- way to know what you have manufacturer. tion of the Affordable Care Act to be thankful for when it The Shadd Pianos that has imposed new costs on comes to Social Security dis- are not only being employers. The “gig economy” ability or retirement bene- played at the has allowed employers to hire fits? Vatican, but are on demand, lower cost talent This year, between holiday the pianos cur- and has given rise to entrepre- presents and eggnog, give rently used on the neurial entities such as Uber. your loved ones the gift of Jolly set of the mas- 4. The resurgence of access, knowledge and sively successful boomerang employees. A empowerment they will be FOX television show, Empire. boomerang employee is one thankful to have. The Shadd Pianos are called that leaves a company only to Before everyone gathers the "Stradivarius of pianos." ultimately return after some around the glow of a fire, They are made by a master later date. Many companies gather around the glow of the musician for those who love that once had a policy against computer screen and pull up masterful piano music. hiring back boomerang www.socialsecurity.gov/mya Shadd's generational talent AMANDA TEUSCHER employees in the past have ccount to open a free my can be traced to his father, one since changed their policies. Social Security account. Today, Shadd is the CEO of Alzheimer's patients, who've of the top piano Shadd Pianos. In addition to the lost their verbal skills, can still Benefits of rehiring former This information is invalu- technicians/tuners in America. employees include their famil- able to family members — Vatican and being used on express their musical language Shadd Sr. taught his son every- "Empire," his pianos are being with Shadd's technology. iarity with corporate culture both young and old — or thing he knew about tuning and and that they don’t require as those who are planning to file played on "American Idol." Here are powerful lessons preparing a piano for beautiful Richwood Smallwood, the great Shadd learned while refusing to much training to get up to for disability benefits. It can music. speed. help them make informed Gospel maestro and pianist, give up on his dreams: Initially, Warren was more used a Shadd Piano for his new • Be willing to go through the Given these trends, what are financial decisions about the interested in the performance the takeaways for new candi- future. live album recording. ring of fire to get to the prize. side of music. Then one day, Smallwood even talked about • Just because it has not been dates to the job market? One is If your loved one is already while visiting an older musi- that your job references are receiving retirement or dis- his magnificent piano during the done, does not mean it cannot cian, Warren was asked to make concert. be done! more important than ever ability benefits, my Social the piano sound better. After he before. Security is useful for quick In addition, Shadd has created • Think big. Think innova- worked on the piano for a few another instrument that is both tion. 1. First time entrants to the and easy updates and minutes, the old man said, "You job market will need to begin changes. acoustic and digital. It's an • Fear will come to visit, but make this piano sound better acoustic hybrid with modern you need not let fear stay. cultivating business references By showing your loved than it has ever sounded! You ASAP in anticipation of future ones how to access this electronic tools to help musi- • Some will stop when they need to have your name on that cians compose, edit or teach. In hear the word "No." But winners employment applications. resource and encouraging piano rather than Steinway's!" 2. Job seekers anticipating them to open their own my conjunction with Dr. Phillip continue to get to the "Yes." That day, Warren Shadd Pearl, chief of neurology at • Excellence costs. The ques- “gig economy” positions with Social Security accounts, you decided to create his own high- higher turnover/shorter job can keep the good feeling of Children's National Medical tion is, "Are you willing to pay end piano with his name on it. Center (who is also a jazz and the price?" stints will need to ensure their gratitude going all year Over the past 10 years, Shadd references are solid at each new round. classical pianist), Shadd has • Learn to differentiate has struggled to bootstrap his even authored a manuscript between constructive criticism place of employment. Join the more than 20 mil- piano company, battling set- 3. Millennials seeking to bring lion families and friends detailing the technical changes and destructive criticism. back after setback and disap- that augment the use of his new • Focus on your dreams, not new skills to management posi- already using my Social pointment after disappoint- tions need to ensure their Security to stay informed of instruments that assists individ- on the haters. ment. Yet, he refused to give up uals with neuro-developmental • After each disappointment, resumes reflect specific accom- their benefits and prepare for on his dream to create the best plishments consistent with the future. disabilities. pick yourself up off the canvas. sounding piano ever made. This includes special features Get yourself together. Get back empowerment, team-oriented Gather the family around He had thrown three proto- strategies, etc. that are validat- www.socialsecurity.gov/mya to help persons with vision loss, in the fight. types in the trash because he which can read music by Braille. • Affirm daily: "Failure is not ed by their references. ccount. It’s the gift that keeps didn't like the quality, even 4. Boomerang employees will giving all year long. For people with hearing loss, an option!" though many musicians said there's special vibratory seating want to ensure that no bridges they were fantastic. "Not good are burned with key previous ...... so they can feel the vibrations of Willie Jolley can be reached at enough! It's not right yet! It has the music's frequencies. And www.williejolley.com. employers. to be better!" HBCUN.C. 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IOTA IOTA Iota Iota Chapter award winners and members at their annual Achievement Week banquet.

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Tazahria and Tazavion are a cute sib- ling group who deserve permanency. Tazahria is a sweet and helpful little girl who loves to play with dolls and to watch the movie Frozen. She also enjoys playing outdoors and likes to read. Cheerleading and karate have become Tazahria's new interest. She said she would like to try both of these activities. Like his sister, Tazavion also loves to be outdoors. He really enjoys riding his scooter and playing football and basket- ball. Tazavion also likes watching Looney Tunes and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Both love each other very much and therefore must be placed together. The family for Tazahria and Tazavion is ide- ally capable of providing them with unconditional love and structure. The children would benefit most from a family that provides a strong male role model. They would also bene- fit from a family that is capable of advo- Xi Mu Mu Chapter members and Mistress of Ceremony Michelle Marsh of WRAL-TV. cating for enhanced services as deemed appropriate. If you are interested in adopting Tazahria and Tazavion or other children in foster care, call 1-877-NCKIDS-1. Omega Psi Phi chapters MOVERS AND SHAKERSSAMMIES CAARE Founder Sharon Elliott Achievement Week nizes the 104th year of its James Ford Xi Mu Mu award winners: Bynum is one of six people to be hon- The Iota Iota Chapter and Xi founding on Nov. 17, 1911. Founders Award: Robert Omega Man of the Year: ored with a 2016 Samuel DuBois Cooke celebrate achievement Mu Mu of Omega Psi Phi Among this year’s highlights Cunningham Christopher Montre’l Lyons Society Award Feb. 16, 5:15 p.m. at Fraternity celebrated its annual was a message from Superior Service Award: Ted Founders Award: Tyrone Washington Duke Inn. Bynum will achievement week last month. International President Antonio Pauling Fisher received the distinguished service The recognition began with F. Knox Sr. Then he assisted the Colonel Charles Young Superior Service Award: award. worship at Rush Metropolitan chapter in recognizing out- Military Leader Award: Voris Ronald White Other “Sammies” will be awarded to AME Zion Church in Raleigh standing men, women and McBurnette Citizen of the Year Award: Stephanie Helms Pickett, Duke Women’s and culminated with the annual organizations. Undergraduate Adviser Rachel Monteverdi Center; students’ Kari Barclay and Achievement Week Banquet. Keith Matthews and Charles Award: Michael Boykin Organization of the Year: Courtnea Rainey; Delbert Wigfall, pro- Other activities were a R. Hicks planned the program Citizen of the Year Award: PROUD Fathers, Inc., Melvin fessor of pediatrics; and Paula Tanabe, Founder’s Day Celebration and activities. The banquet was Mozetta Johnson Williams associate professor, School of Nursing. party with the Durham gradu- co-hosted by WRAL News Organizations of the Year: ate chapter, Beta Phi; feeding Anchor Michelle Marsh and • Sisters Inspiring Sisters Kappa Lambda Chapter SENIOR GAMES the homeless at Grace AME Michael R. Morgan. Inc.: Terry W. Spicer on N.C. State’s campus Louise J. Gooche was elected chair- Zion; and conducting an Omega • Military Racquetball Omega Man of the Year: man of the board of directors for the Psi Phi Rededication Service on Iota Iota Chapter Federation: Steven Harper Khari Cyrus, N.C. Senior Games. The games is a non- Shaw’s campus. With achieve- award winners: Superior Service Award: Josh profit dedicated to providing health ment week, the fraternity recog- Omega Man of the Year: Moore education for adults 50 years and over. Gooche is founder and team captain of the award-winning Durham Senior Divas ‘n Dude Cheerleaders.

Are you or someone you know a Mover and a Shaker? Drop us a line at Movers and Shakers, c/o The Triangle CAUSPECIAL TOstudents THE TRIBUNE win HBCU Challenge model of Tribune, 115 Market Street, Suite 360G, corporate Durham, NC 27701 or e-mail us at DEARBORN, Mich. – An innovative lawn support [email protected]. Photos wel- irrigation system that wirelessly tracks for our come. weather forecasts and soil moisture to water histori- only when needed has earned Clark Atlanta c a l l y University top honors in Ford Motor b l a c k Company's Historically Black Colleges & schools – Universities Community Challenge. one other VISIT US The telepathic conservation system cre- c o m p a - ated by CAU students Bradley Gilbeaux and n i e s ONLINE Damon Willis can be customized for both s h o u l d business and residential use – saving mil- emulate," AT lions of gallons in water. The students and G a t e s WWW. school will take home $75,000 in scholar- s a i d . ships, grants and implementation funds as "Ford has TRIANGLETRIBUNE. winners of this year's challenge. long been Second place and $15,000 goes to North a leader COM Carolina A&T State for a plan to develop cre- in its sup- ative workspaces for innovation and entre- port of preneurship for teens in the Greensboro this kind COURTESY PHOTO area. Alabama A&M captures third place and of pro- FOR THE $10,000 to implement a project that com- gramming,Clark Atlanta students Bradley Gilbeaux and Damon Willis. bines a community garden and vehicle dis- and this LATEST tribution system to reach needy residents. address a community need touching on at challenge affords an opportunity for our least one of four areas: mobility, alternative NEWS Now in its third year, Ford Marketing and finest students to demonstrate their mas- Ford Motor Company Fund, with participa- energy, sustainability/water, and a system- tery in the fields of science, technology, atic approach to meeting community needs. AFFECTING tion from radio personality Tom Joyner and engineering and math, as well as their entre- the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, jointly Each finalist team received funds to sup- preneurial skills with concern for communi- port the implementation of its ideas within THE AFRICAN- support Historically Black Colleges & ties. Universities Community Challenge. Joyner its community, in addition to iPads for each "Rarely have I been prouder of any stu- student member. AMERICAN was assisted in final judging by Dr. Henry dents, anywhere.” Louis Gates Jr. In total, the program awarded $100,000 COMMUNITY Students in the national contest were in scholarships and grants. "Ford's Historically Black Colleges & asked to develop projects that creatively Universities Community Challenge is a WWW.TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM Athletic The Triangle directors TRIBUNE embrace SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2015 – SECTION B student- athlete Sports activismBy Lois Elfman DIVERSE ISSUES IN EDUCATION

While no doubt the inter- collegiate athletic landscape is more eclectic than ever be- fore, athletic directors hope student-athletes remain vital participants in school cul- ture. Several athletic directors at NCCU celebrates after defeating N.C. A&T. last week’s 2015 IMG Inter- collegiate Athletics Forum presented by SportsBusiness Daily/Global/Journal said they saw a threatened protest by the University of Missouri football team as an example of the positive power of sports. Players said they would not play an up- coming game in solidarity with a graduate student stag- ing a hunger strike as part of campus protests over per- ceived lack of attention from administration regarding Shaw volleyball team. race issues on the campus. “The real obligation is to make sure there is communi- cation in those situations where it’s for legitimate pur- poses, and you’re not going to be manipulated for some- one’s agenda that maybe is harmful and would take away credibility for any fu- ture attempts to use that kind of platform,” said Vice President for University Ath- letics and Athletics Director, Ray Anderson, of Arizona State University. “In this par- Grambling coach Broderick Fobbs ticular case, I was proud of University of Missouri stu- dent-athletes, coach and ath- letic director for taking a stand.” “I love student activism, and I’m so glad to see stu- dent-athletes involved in stu- dent activism about issues unrelated specifically to ath- letics,” Vice President and Di- The best of 2015 rector of Athletics, Jack Shining moments for some, lights out for others There really is never a dull mo- Collins turned the Hawks into day a team not named Shaw Swarbrick, of Notre Dame ment in HBCU sports. It’s what contenders in just one season said. “We’re educators. I want wins the CIAA gets me up in the mornings. and was named MEAC Coach of Tournament. Vir- our students who are ath- Well, that and a paystub. Nar- the Year. The pride is back in letes engaging in the same ginia State coach rowing the list down to 10 was Salisbury, Maryland. James Hill’s sort of activities, having the so hard, I cheated a bit. 8. BLUE Blue Bears: Living- same sort of experiences as squads could stone women’s basketball team never seem to other students. Activism on 10. Reversal of fortune: was the crème de la creme, and campus is an important part carry their regular- Women get a raw deal in sports. had all the makings of a possi- season magic into of that. Unless they are posing in a cal- ble national championship “Culturally, it made me a the tourney. Al- endar or swimsuit edition half team. The Blue Bears began the ways a brides- little sad that the attention nude, they almost always come season 22-0 and were ranked brought to those important maid, never a in second to men. No. 1 in the Atlantic Regional bride – until last issues was ratcheted up But the Shaw vol- Poll before rumors started sur- when athletes called atten- season. leyball team was facing that all was not as it VSU had the type tion to it. There were gradu- the feel-good story seemed. Elizabeth City State coach Waverly Tillar ate students on campus, of tourney run of the season. Alabama transfer Kyra Crosby fans had been ex- faculty, who were already en- Coach Dishondra was declared ineligible and, un- gaged over a period of time pecting since Hill great Cleo Hill Sr., Fayetteville Goree turned like Bowie State football, Living- took over the reins in nine sea- State coach Kenny Phillips and in raising attention to that around a program stone’s nullifications cost it 18 issue. I wish they had been sons ago. It was like watching Durham high school coach/ath- that won 1-19 games, a No. 1 ranking and a Shaw. letics director Willie Bradshaw, able to get as much attention BONITTA games in 2014 into playoff berth. as happened when athletes 5. Take your hat, your coat among others. BEST 21-11 and runner- What began as a Cinderella and L-E-A-V-E! Coaches were I added coach Bradshaw be- stepped forward.” up in the tourna- story turned into a Other issues discussed dur- shown the door left and right: cause I can, and because he m e n t ugly stepsister. Cleo Hill Jr., Barvenia Wooten- coached and mentored players ing the panel, “Athletic Direc- championship. Well done, 7. He’s B-A--C-K!: tors Perspective on Changes Cherry, Tony Sheals, Robert into becoming HBCU college ladies! Joel Hopkins’ return Massey, Waverly Tillar, stars. to NCAA Governance and the 9. Reversal No. 2: Folks won- to Shaw was one of Price of Autonomy,” included Lawrence Kershaw, Michael 3.(tie) Golden Tigers: dered about Bobby Collins san- the worst kept se- Morand, Harold Jackson, Eva Tuskegee gave the DII football the changing governance of ity when he left Winston-Salem crets of the year. intercollegiate athletics and Patterson-Heath, Darrell As- world another HBCU team to State for the lowly Maryland And while the Bears berry, and so on. fear. The Tigers defeated the increased power of con- Eastern Shore, even it was Divi- aren’t overpower- ferences. Hopkins And, for the record, a “resigna- Catawba in the first round for sion I. ing anybody, I’m still tion” is the same as a firing. their first-ever playoff win, then College sports is unques- The Hawks’ men’s basketball betting they won’t tionably a business and one 4. RIP: The sports world also topped that with a come-from- program hadn’t had a winning be last in the CIAA when the lost some major players. We behind victory over No. 2 which is constantly evolving. season since the 1970s. But we lights dim at Time Warner Cable The athletic directors agreed said goodbye to SWAC leg- ranked North Alabama. Bet the all know coaches love a chal- Arena. endary coach Davey Whitney; Lions still haven’t gotten over it. the role of the NCAA going lenge – and extra moolah. 6. Shaw who?: It’s not every forward is a work in Winston-Salem State basketball Please see THE/2A progress. Health and wellness of players continues to be an HBCU FOOTBALL issue. The upcoming movie Concussion was mentioned, and Anderson said the NCAA and individual institutions need to work together to learn more about concus- JCSU’s Thomas named All-American By Bonitta Best sions in all sports and the [email protected] long-term impact. Swarbrick said since the in- Johnson C. Smith sophomore stitutions at which college safety Carlo Thomas has been sports are played have some named to the Associated Press of the best scientists in the Little All-America First Team. world, as well as affiliated The recognition honors players medical schools, it behooves from the NCAA Division II and them to look for answers III, and the NAIA. about the health and well- Thomas leads all ness of student-athletes. three divisions in With conference realign- interceptions with ments — which the athletic 12. He also directors agreed would likely recorded 55 tack- happen again in the future — les, including 42 and changes to football and solo. basketball, concern contin- Thomas is also a ues for Olympic sports. Duke finalist for the Cliff Athletics Director Kevin King Harris Award, which White said the answer to honors the nation’s keeping these sports vital re- best defensive players. quires a change in the na- tional narrative as to how NSU’s King on FCS team important sports like track Norfolk State linebacker Deon and field and swimming are. King has been named to the Johnson C. Smith’s Carlo Thomas led the nation in interceptions. Anderson said Arizona State 2015 FCS All-America team. King tory. loss, three sacks and an inter- Coaches Association, which continues to add sports be- is the Spartans first consensus All-American in program his- He led the FBS and FCS in tack- ception. The voters are coaches makes the honor particularly Please seeACTIVISM/2A les with 163, including 11 for of the American Football prestigious. Sunday, December 27, 2015 2B SPORTS/The Triangle Tribune HBCU Basketball Athletic directors embrace

student-athleteContinued from page 1B “We are part of theactivism educa- resources or an athletic de- cause they feel the athletic tional institution,” said Ath- partment should stand on its department engages in lead- letics Director Shane Lyons own. ership development and that of West Virginia University. “It’s important it fit with cannot stop. “We want to build a compre- the model for the university, “We all operate in universi- hensive athletics program and each one is different,” ties that don’t look at any that entails all of the sports.” Swarbrick said. “We’re a net other educational program- Moderator Mike Alden, re- producer to the university. ming this way,” Swarbrick cently retired athletic direc- That’s the tradition and his- said. “No one says the philos- tor at the University of tory. Doesn’t mean it’s the ophy department is not mak- Missouri, said he’s not sure right model for everybody. It ing enough money, so let’s where the idea of being a just means in our culture, in cut the philosophy depart- self-sustaining athletic pro- our environment, that’s a ment. That’s not the dialog gram originated. He asked goal I have annually, to be a you have in universities nor the panelists whether an in- net producer to the univer- should you.” stitution should be investing sity.”

The Lady Falcons helped spread some Christmas cheer. PHOTO/ST. AUGUSTINE’S

JCSUBy Bonitta Best womensaid. “In helping upset the Salva- Monday VUU night to Southern [email protected] tion Army with its Christmas 68-63. Pat Cole led the team Cheer program, it allowed with 19 points and four re- The last unbeaten CIAA the team to see how much of bounds. team fell last weekend when an impact they can make in NCCU returns home Tues- Johnson C. Smith women someone’s life they do not day to host Montreat College knocked off nationally know.” at 7 p.m. ranked and undefeated Vir- The Falcons volunteered to ginia Union 77-75. help load trucks with do- St. Augustine’s nated toys, organize the gifts The Falcons are off until WOMEN and helped hand out toys to Jan. 4, when they host Vir- N.C. Central (1-9) over 3,500 families. ginia Union. The Eagles lost their fourth straight game after a 60-50 Shaw (1-0 CIAA, 9-3) Shaw (3-9) defeat to Presbyterian Col- The Bears went undefeated The Bears won their second lege. Senior guard Kristin in the Lynn Holiday Classic in game in three tries after Askew scored a career-high Florida. Shaw defeated Lynn downing Fort Valley State 80- Bull City Legacy upsets previously undefeated Huntersville. 20 points, including five 3- 76-61 in the first game and 79 in the CIAA-SIAC Chal- pointers. followed that up with a 64-54 lenge. Larry Richardson II NCCU travels to UNC victory over Saint Leo. finished with a team-high 14 Greensboro Dec. 31. Kaula Jacks led the Bears points. with 16 points, eight re- David Madol collected a Bull City Legacy upsets St. Augustine’s bounds and four assists. double-double of 13 points With their Chowan game Shaw is off for the Christmas and 10 rebounds, and Joell postponed to after the new break until Jan. 2 against Hopkins Jr. added 12 points year, the women used their Wingate. and six rebounds. Hopkins Huntersville Hoop4Lyfe down time to assist The Sal- hit the game-winning free 24 points tied for the game The fourth quarter was a vation Army with its annual By Daimeon Banks MEN throws with 11 seconds left SPECIAL TO THE TRIBUNE high, led Bull City. Walters disaster for Huntersville. Christmas Cheer program. also grabbed four rebounds Walters made huge play after N.C. Central (3-8) to seal the win. DURHAM – The Bull City “Community service is a The Eagles are still fighting Shaw hosts Bluefield State and dished out four assists. huge play – capping it off way of life at St. Aug’s,” in- Legacy welcomed Ian Gregory had a big game with a 3-pointer with one to find some rhythm. NCCU New Year’s Eve at 4 p.m. Huntersville Hoop4Lyfe to terim coach Jarita Crump lost its fourth straight game for the Legacy (2-4), scoring second on the shot clock. the Walltown Recreational 17 points, and pulling down The Legacy's full court pres- Center for an important TRBL eight rebounds. sure resulted in a 36-19 matchup. Despite the frigid outside quarter and a huge win for MEAC MINUTES ‘Tis the season for giving, temperatures, the Legacy the home team. and these two teams gave the came out on fire, building a Huntersville (3-1) suits up crowd an outstanding per- 31-23 first- quarter lead. Bull next against its rival Char- formance. Ultimately, Bull City would expand that lead lotte Elite Jan. 9, and the City came away with the 118- to 62-52 by halftime. Legacy are off until Jan. 16, 103 victory. Huntersville came out from when they face the Raleigh Huntersville guard Jeremy the break with a renewed Revolt in Durham for a 7:30 Basknight poured in 24 focus, led by Basknight who p.m. tip-off. points while teammate Keith scored 10 of his 24 points in For league game and ticket Brandon Gabriel chipped in the quarter. info, visit: with 16 points. Huntersville grabbed an www.trblproball.com. Former N.C. Central point 84-82 lead heading into the guard J’Mell Walters, whose final period.

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DURHAM • The Durham Bulls will extend protective netting behind home plate next season. The de- cision came in response to an increase in fan injuries in recent years. However, no seats will be covered by overhead netting. Female administrators in the MEAC. “Fan safety is of the utmost importance to us,” General Manager Mike Birling said. “We want our fans to feel safe at the DBAP, but we also realize there are fans who do not want to watch a game from behind a net.”

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a product of all those Blax- “The first year was a five- “We're like Kentucky Fried NCCU as a Division II mem- ploitation movies like Shaft, way tie for first; the second Chicken. We do chicken. No ber, Grambling and A&T. Superfly and anything with year saw a three-way tie, so, hamburgers, no beef. We do He took over an Aggies Pam Grier in it. hopefully, we can win it one thing, and we do it well. team that was the joke of ished runners-up in the TheContinued from best page 1B of 2015 Coach Jerry Mack has trans- outright next year,” he said. That's how we coach. We HBCU football. A&T had SWAC Championship Game. formed N.C. Central’s foot- 1. “We do chicken.” No, change little. We do the same around 38 scholarships – the This from a squad that just 3. (tie) The legend lives ball program…Oh heck, who Colonel Sanders is not No. thing – day in, day out. We maximum in FCS is 63 – and two seasons ago boycotted a on: The late Eddie Robinson cares about that; he’s beaten 1. A&T coach Rod Broad- adjust a bit but, for the most couldn’t hold spring practice game over unsafe and dilap- would be proud to see his N.C. A&T and denied the Ag- way uttered those words part, we do chicken." for two seasons due to NCAA idated athletic facilities, and Grambling team back among gies an outright MEAC title after the Aggies defeated Cluck! Cluck! violations. Now, it is a na- finished 1-10. Just a remark- the elite. while taking a piece of the Alcorn State 41-34 to win Broadway has now won tional champion for the first able job by coach Broderick The G-men went unde- pie for himself for two the HBCU national champi- three HBCU national titles time since 1999. Fobbs. feated in the SWAC for the straight years. onship. with three different teams: Cluck! Cluck! first time since 2008, and fin- 2. Mack Daddy: OK, so I’m Sunday, December 27, 2015 3B SPORTS/The Triangle Tribune Hail to the champs! The inaugural Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl in Atlanta N.C. A&T 41, Alcorn State 34.

Former First Take host and SportsCenter anchor Cari Champion en- SportsCenter personalities Jay Harris, Lisa Kerney and Jay Walker from the joys the pregame tailgate. Celebration Bowl.

The Aggies Cheer Squad Kenneth Ruff (center) and the Blue & Gold Marching Machine.

The stars and stripes set an emotional tone before the game. Khris Gardin breaks the NCAA FCS record for punt return yards in a season on his first return of the game.

Tarik Cohen runs for one of three touchdowns and 295 yards.

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Pulitzer KWANZAA Prize winning critic Margo 21st Kwanzaa Jefferson’s memoir opens the Celebration is Dec. 29, 11 door into the exclusive world of a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cary Arts the black elite; a world that many Center, 101 Dry Ave. people knew existed but few expe- DURHAM rienced. CONCERT Born in 1947 to a father who was Hip-hop band The Beast the leader of pedi- will perform Dec. 30, 10:30 atrics at Provident a.m. at Nasher Museum of Hospital and a Art on Duke’s campus. Will Smith gives an Oscar-nominating performance in ‘Concussion.’ socialite mother, Jefferson was raised CIDER, COOKIES in some of Chicago’s Stop by the Museum of Durham History, 500 W. most prestigious Main St., through the black neighbor- month of December for hoods, including hot cider and homemade Park Manor. cookies. Negroland was the name that she gave to a “small region of KWANZAA Will Smith delivers Negro America where residents Chuck Davis and the were sheltered by a certain African American Dance amount of privilege and plenty.” Ensemble presents its annual KwanzaaFest 2016 Members of Negroland referred to Jan. 1, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at themselves as “the colored aris- Durham Armory, 220 tocracy,” “the colored 400,” “the Foster St. Donated toiletry Oscar-quality blue vein society” and other color- items will be given to ful names. Genesis Home of Durham Jefferson was raised knowing and canned goods to that the luxury her family delight- CAARE, Inc. ed in was unusual for black fami- was amiss while performing an took on the tobacco Industry SUMMIT By Kam Williams lies of that era. The Jefferson fam- performanceSPECIAL TO THE AFRO autopsy on the Pittsburgh when it was hell-bent on deny- ily gained memberships to elite Campaign4Change will Steelers’ former center Mike ing any link between smoking host an All Lives Matter In 2002, Will Smith landed his clubs – she and her sister, Denise, Webster (David Morse), who and cancer. Mann also directed summit Jan. 9, 9 a.m. to 3 first Academy Award nomina- were in Jack and Jill of America died at 50 from a combination the Insider. Concussion, howev- p.m. at Carolina Theatre. tion for Ali, a riveting biopic and the Co-Ettes Club, while her of amnesia, depression and er, is directed by Peter Call 519-8156 for schedule about Muhammad Ali directed father was a member of the Sigma and times. dementia. Omalu was shocked Landesman Parkland). He adapt- by Michael Mann. Although a Pi Phi and her mother belonged to to observe that the Hall of Famer ed it to the screen with the help cultural icon in his own right, the Northeasterners. COLLEGE had the brain of a very old man, of investigative journalist Smith managed to disappear Throughout “Negroland,” Join a conversation so he decided to posthumously Jeanne Marie Laksas from Game into the role in the process of Jefferson’s tone changes back and about college admissions examine those of other NFL vets Brain, an article she published Jan. 9, 10 a.m. at delivering a brilliant perform- forth. At moments she seems who also passed away prema- about the cover-up in the Woodcroft Community ance. proud and even boastful when turely. October 2009 issue of GQ maga- Center, 5501 Fortunes Despite his being able to “float describing her experience of com- Lo and behold, the research zine. Ridge Drive, Suite K. like a butterfly and sting like a ing from an elite Chicago family. Contact: Sheba Brown at revealed they all had suffered Landesman surrounds Smith bee,” the sport eventually exact- Other times her tone gives off the sheba@aplushigher- from CTE, ostensibly as a result with a talented cast, starting ed a devastating toll on the feeling that she is bothered with scores.com. of the pounding their skulls had with the gifted Gugu Mbatha- champ. While fans call it being knowing that no matter how many taken on the field. Raw as Omalu’s feisty wife “punch drunk,” the clinical term accomplishments she achieved as EXHIBITION Unfortunately, when Omalu Prema. The dramatis personae Durham Public Schools for the condition is Chronic a child, she would still be looked subsequently attempted to go also includes Oscar-nominees students’ “Durham’s Traumatic Encephalopathy. down upon by the whites. public with the his findings, he Alec Baldwin and Albert Brooks, Finest” exhibit will be What’s ironic is Smith is on the “Why should Black people was threatened and discredited as well as Hill Harper, Richard T. shown at N.C. Central Art verge of landing another Oscar behave well to get their rights,” Museum through Jan. 29. by the army of lawyers and Jones, Adewale Akinnuoye- nomination for Concussion, a she writes. “White people don’t An art reception is Jan. 10 quacks hired by Commissioner Agbaje and Eddie Marsan. picture in which he plays Dr. behave, and they get all the rights at 3 & 4 p.m. Email: Roger Goodell (Luke Wilson) to But make no mistake, Bennet Omalu, the Nigeria-born they want. That’s been our mis- [email protected]. protect the NFL’s image. Concussion is a marvelous physician who discovered the take as privileged Negroes. Thus unfolds Concussion, a Smith vehicle, one that he’ll CHAPEL HILL link between football and brain Believing all that ‘we have to be David vs. Goliath saga reminis- undoubtedly get to drive for the THEATRE PLAY damage while working as a twice as good to be acknowledged cent of The Insider (1999), the duration of the awards season, PlayMakers opens the forensic pathologist in just as good. Everything we do similarly-themed expose possibility all the way to the new year with Highway 47 Pennsylvania. must reflect well on the race.”’ Jan. 6-10 in Kenan Theatre recounting the real-life ordeal of Oscars on Feb. 28. He first recognized something The instant that the reader gets on County Club Road. Visit the intrepid whistleblower who the feeling that Jefferson’s family www.playmakersrep.org. was able to enjoy all the privileges FESTIVAL that whites took for granted, we UNC Chapel Hill will host are reminded that that was not the a festival of new works by case. No matter how educated, local playwrights focused financially stable and poised on veterans Jan. 8-23 in members of the colored aristocra- Swain Hall, Studio 6. cy were, they were never equal to • Jan. 8-9, 14: Mike Wiley their white counterparts. If they will hold a reading of Not all are created equal even thought they were, they were “Downrange: Voices from the Homefront.” quickly put in their place. Women'sNORTH AMERICAN PRECIS heart SYNDICATE disease symptoms different from men's Jefferson writes about an adult conversation that she once over- Stop for a moment and think heard regarding race relations: about what you fear most. Is it “He keeps you out of his hospitals, health related? For you? For a his law firms, his universities. loved one? Maybe it has to do Even his damn cemeteries. He with the heart. never lets you forget you’re a sec- Heart disease is the No. 1 killer ond-class citizen.” of women and is more deadly Much of the black elites’ time than all forms of cancer com- was spent trying to show whites bined. In fact, it is estimated that that they were not the average heart disease kills approximately black citizen. They wanted to one woman every minute. And prove that whites were not the women may experience symp- only race that could be successful. toms differently than the more In order to do this, adults urged commonly known symptoms their children “not to discuss our men experience. What if there is a faults, lapses or uncertainties in way to know whether you should public…Even the least of them be worried? Would you want to would be turned against the race.” know? In the midst of this, members of The first step is learning how to the black elite often struggled with recognize signs of heart disease their identities. Obviously they and one of its most common were black people, but they spent forms: obstructive coronary pain or pressure also a simple blood test that uses a great deal of time worrying artery disease, which causes one • Shortness of breath age, sex and gene expression (the about their hair textures, nose in seven deaths in the U.S. Common symptoms in women Corus CAD test) to get an at-the- shapes, skin tone and other super- Now, a new health education • Unexplained fatigue or sud- moment look at your risk of ficial things. campaign called Spread the Word den onset of weakness obstructive CAD. “Denise’s skin is burnt sienna,” is encouraging women, and the • Tightness or pressure in the Some tests carry certain risks, Jefferson recalled. “Margo and her men who love them, to get the throat, jaw, shoulder, abdomen, like radiation exposure, while oth- mother are café au lait, and the facts about the symptoms of back or arm ers do not. They all have their blue veins in their hands can be obstructive CAD. • Indigestion or heartburn uses. What's important is to talk seen by anyone.” • Squeezing, heaviness or burn- to your doctor to determine Before reading “Negroland” I What is coronary artery disease? ing sensation in the upper body which is right for you. wondered, “What real problems CAD is the hardening and nar- • Abdominal discomfort or full- If you or a loved one is experi- could a member of an elite society rowing of the arteries that provide ness encing symptoms of obstructive have?” It did not take long to see vital oxygen and nutrients to the • Nausea or vomiting CAD, talk to your doctor. And if that the immense amount of time heart. What you need to know is • Dizziness or light-headedness you want to raise awareness of spent trying to satisfy white peo- diagnosing obstructive coronary • Palpitations obstructive CAD as an important ple could easily become stressful. artery disease can be difficult, • Body aches women's health issue, join in and Every move, word and look was even more so in women because Spread the Word! Visit calculated. Any decision that a they can experience symptoms What you can do www.GoSpreadtheWord.com to child made would reflect not only differently than men. So, what can There are several diagnostic find health information and tools on them, but most importantly this look like? tests available for obstructive that can be used to discuss testing their family. This consistent pres- Common symptoms in men: CAD, including exercise stress options. sure drove Jefferson to thoughts • Chest discomfort, tightness, tests and cardiac imaging. There's of suicide. 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By Martha productWaggoner It’s all ASSOCIATED PRESS RALEIGH – When Poplar Springs Christian Church about has meat in its food pantry freezers, the administrator makes yourBy James Washingtonugly extra visits during the THE DALLAS WEEKLY week to keep an eye on The subject is not new but the the thermostat. circumstances demand some of "About once a week, I go us need reassurance. Do you down just to make sure have an addiction, a weakness, my freezers are working," something you are aware of but said Katherine Branch, just cannot shake on your own? who has managed the It may be a secret, your secret, church's food pantry for something you dare not reveal about four years. "You for it goes the complete oppo- never want to give any site of who you believe yourself bad meat to the clients." to be and counter to the person Her caution is just one whom you are truly trying to example of how food become. pantry volunteers do 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 says, "To more than check sell-by keep me from becoming con- dates: they must decide if ceited, there was given me a sick volunteers can work, thorn in my flesh, a messenger keep food off floors, from Satan to torment me. Three maintain temperatures times I pleaded with the Lord to for meat and handle per- take it away from me. But He ishables. said to me ‘My grace is sufficient Branch has participated for you, for my power is made in food handling training perfect in weakness.' Therefore I provided by the Food NNPA will boast all the more gladly Bank of Central and Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders poses for a photo with a group of black pastors following a round- about my weaknesses, so that Eastern North Carolina to table discussion at the Empowerment Temple Church in Baltimore. Christ's power may rest on me." help keep the donated If I'm the only one shouting food safe and the right now, it's OK. I know many pantry's clients healthy. of you are shouting silently, However, a study by internally, privately. researchers at North You know some things in the Carolina State and the Bible reverberate over and over University of North again, and we still don't get it. I Carolina at Chapel Hill Presidential candidate don't mean to infer that we don't finds that pantry proce- understand the words because dures are often informal, most of us do. The point is we although they do a good do not or cannot incorporate job in many areas, includ- Bernie Sanders meets what we're reading into our daily ing providing hand-wash- lives. In this passage, Paul lets us ing facilities. know that there is indeed a rea- "Generally, we found son to accept our shortcomings they were doing things By Freddie Allen universities may seem like a rad- ness,” Bryant said. and deal with our flaws and pretty well," said Ben withNNPA News Wire blackical idea, but pastors it isn’t. The Rev. S. Todd Yeary agreed. faults with a basic understand- Chapman, senior author But Lezli Baskerville, the presi- Yeary, the senior pastor of the ing that in doing so, God will of a paper about pantries BALTIMORE – When presiden- dent and CEO of the National Douglas Memorial Community invariably show up and then and food handling pub- tial hopeful Bernie Sanders (D- Association for Equal Church and an adjunct professor proceed to show out. lished in the Journal of Vt.) met with a group of black Opportunity in Higher in the College of Public Affairs at It is through our warts that Food Protection. "They civic and religious leaders in Education, a group that advo- the University of Baltimore, said God demonstrates to us and the were in line with what Baltimore, Maryland, Pastor cates for historically black col- access to capital is the new world that He is Lord. Can you you see in at commercial Jamal Bryant said it was critical leges and universities, and pre- redlining. imagine experiencing the "per- entities." for the senator to have a conver- dominantly black institutions, “If we go back to the genesis of fect power" of the Lord? Safety was likely to be sation with those who are the expressed concerns that the Great Recession, one of the Apparently it's as easy as look- more formal at pantries eyes and ears of the black com- Sanders’ vision for tuition-free byproducts was that the ‘Big ing in the mirror and making an that were associated with munity. public colleges may have unin- Banks survived and now thrive, honest assessment of who you a food bank, said Bryant, the pastor and founder tended adverse effects on enroll- and community banks, which really are and who you should Chapman, NCSU associ- of Empowerment Temple ment at HBCUs. have often been the anchors and be striving to become. ate professor of youth, Church, said Sanders needed to Baskerville said HBCUs account the facilitators to access capital, To put it into proper perspec- family and consumer sci- see the realities of Baltimore and for 3 percent of America’s col- got stretched out of business,” tive, you are who you are only in ences. the struggles of everyday work- leges and universities, but grad- he said. relationship to God. And don't Chapman and a ing people, and not just the reju- uate 50 percent of African- Yeary said bank branches are forget to take your imperfec- researcher from UNC- venated Inner Harbor. American teaching profession- lacking in the Sandtown- tions with you. If you know and Chapel Hill visited 105 During a walking tour through als, 60 percent of African- Winchester community, but accept yourself to be a child of pantries in 12 counties. the poverty-stricken Sandtown- American health professionals liquor stores and corner stores God, then you must attempt to They then developed pro- Winchester neighborhood, and 42 percent of the blacks who where residents often endure be an example of God's Word tocols for food pantry Sanders noted the boarded up pursue careers in Science high transaction fees to cash and His work. The only thing volunteers, such as a flow row houses and the lack of gro- Technology Engineering and paychecks are plentiful. He want- standing in your way is admit- chart for when canned cery stores in the community, as Math. ed to know what Sanders could ting to yourself you can't go it food should be tossed. residents shouted, “Don’t forget Baskerville suggested imple- do from the executive branch to alone. You and I need help and The researchers learned Freddie Gray!” and “Can you menting a program that invested force a different kind of compli- that help comes only from one that some pantries get bring some jobs down here?” more in those schools that are ance and application to the source. It's the perfect source large cuts of fresh meat Following the walking tour, educating the lion share of the access to capital. and comes with consequences. that their volunteers Sanders joined social justice and growing population of minority “It is very expensive to be The consequences begin with must cut, while almost 10 faith leaders for a roundtable students. poor,” Sanders said. “Clearly, we recognizing that there is divine percent were accepting discussion, where they dis- Sanders said he visited a num- need a revolution in financial purpose in your particular set of and distributing home- cussed a number of issues ber of HBCUs in South Carolina, services. After we bailed out the weaknesses. I know that's hard canned items, which can including education, housing and he was aware of the extraor- major financial institutions, to believe, but it is true. be risky because of the and mass incarceration. dinary role HBCUs played in edu- because they were too big to fail, Dare I say most of us would chance of botulism. “You know how much money cating black students, but they the three largest are now bigger reject the notion that sinful "From a hunger stand- we’re spending a year locking have to be adequately funding than they were when we bailed could be anything more than point, that's fantastic," he people up? Eighty billion dollars and supported. Sanders recom- them out.” just sinful. The text however said. "Just relying on a year locking up fellow mended a major expansion in Sanders also said he supported says it is our duty to understand canned foods and dried Americans,” he said. “So, it funding for Pell grants, admit- greater investments in early through spiritual recognition foods doesn't give you a seems to me to be an absolute ting that it would cost money ini- childhood education, an urban that God chooses your problems lot of choices ... It's really no-brainer that you take some of tially but save money later by jobs program centered on hous- to show off His righteousness good for the hunger that money, you rebuild the cutting the unemployment rate ing construction, dismantling through you by doing miracu- world, but there's an housing here in Baltimore put- in the long run. the for-profit, private prison lous things. When you get a increase in safety risks." ting people to work, and when The group also discussed the industry and reinvesting in com- hand from the Lord to overcome The sell-by date is one you put people to work, they’re need for greater economic equal- munity banks. your addictions, your passions, of the issues where food not going to end up in jail ity and empowerment in the “When there’s no will, there are your vanity, your shortcomings, pantry volunteers dis- because they have some pride, black community. “It’s easy for a hundred different impedi- you get so much more than you agree. Even when they they have some income.” African-Americans to get a loan ments that are placed in front of bargained for. understand that food is Sanders said his support for for a used car, but very hard for us to do nothing,” he said. “I According to this part of the safe by that date, they tuition-free public colleges and us to get a loan to start a busi- have the will.” Bible, you also get Christ's power don't want to distribute it to work with. Isn't that some- because they didn't want thing? No wonder Paul contin- clients to feel like second- ues by saying, "That is why, for class citizens, Chapman Christ's sake, I delight in weak- said. nesses, in insults, in hardships, At the food pantry at in persecutions, in difficulties. Brooks Avenue Church of For when I am weak, then I am Christ in Raleigh, man- orship strong." agers Jerry and Sharon By itself, you might wonder Sents know canned food riefs how Paul comes up with this is OK beyond its sell-by conclusion. But when taken in date. W the context of the entire pas- "Of course, if the can is DURHAM FIRST CALVARY sage, isn't it true that out of rusted or has any kind of 1311 Morehead Avenue B many impossible situations and remarkable damage, we CHRISTUS VICTOR • Dec. 31, 10:30 p.m. – circumstances, God rescued throw it out," Sharon LUTHERAN Watch Night Service. you? How many testimonies do Sents said. "Canned 1615 East Hwy 54 you need to hear before you give goods can be a year old FRIENDSHIP FELLOWSHIP • Dec. 27, 10:30 a.m. – God the praise He deserves? Or and it's fine. There's noth- 801 Gilbert Street Christmas Holy Communion is it that you can testify on your ing wrong with them." A gospel musical celebration own about frailties that have Safety is the primary is Jan. 2 at 4 p.m. Various ANTIOCH BAPTIST become strengths to be relied goal at Poplar Springs, artists will perform. Call 1415 Holloway Street upon and give you wisdom to but Branch also wants the 928-1208. 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