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VOL. 24, NO. 48 SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 50¢ CBCF Conference: Jackson Hinds Library Health, “The Dream” and Impeachment System receives $10,000 federal coding grant By Janice K. Neal-Vincent Contributing Writer The Jackson Hinds Library System recently received a $10,000 federally-funded Li- brary Services and Technology Act grant to teach coding skills to elementary students at their seven Jackson library locations. Funds will be utilized to pur- chase iPads and interactive ro- botic toys to teach introductory computer programming skills to elementary-aged students. Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee served as chairperson throughout the con- “This grant will enable us to ference which tackled infant mortality, the opioid crisis, health disparities, offer the basic steps of coding and criminal justice reform. PHOTO BY JACKIE HAMPTON using fun, colorful robots and iPads. This is equipment that By Stacy M. Brown have private health insurance is exciting for any age, and we NNPA Newswire Contributor compared to 75.8 percent of believe that the kids will really An estimated 10,000 people non-Hispanic whites. Further, enjoy this program which could fi lled the Walter E. Wash- the data revealed that more help them prepare for a career ington Convention Center in blacks – 43.6 percent – relied in the fi eld later in life,” said Li- Northwest Washington, D.C. on public health insurance brary Executive Director Patty over fi ve days to hear vital is- like Medicaid, compared to Furr. sues facing African Americans 32.7 percent of whites. What’s The Mississippi Coding and other minorities at the more, statistics show that Afri- Academy was housed in the Congressional Black Caucus can Americans have the high- Welty Library Technology Lab Foundation’s Annual Legisla- est mortality rate of any racial for the fi rst four months of the tive Conference. and ethnic group for all can- academy’s course. During that Organizers left no stone un- cers combined and for most period Welty Library admin- turned during the 48th annual major cancers. istrators became aware of the event that featured honorary This year’s conference need for elementary school co-chairs, Senator Cory Book- theme, “The Dream Still De- children to learn coding and to er of New Jersey and Senator mands,” paid tribute to the incorporate basics to program Kamala Harris of California. legacy of pivotal American computers. Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee civil and social movements Botley, one way to intro- served as chairperson through- of the past 50 years, while duce students to coding, paves out the conference which tack- maintaining a goal of uplifting the way for other computer led such vital topics as infant present-day champions in the programming such as Hour of Anne Sanders, branch librarian of the Medgar Evers Library, looks on as Jamarion Atkinson, 9 years old mortality, the opioid crisis, fi ght for racial equality, justice Code, Scratch or Apple’s Swift (white shirt) and Darius Johnson, 10 years old (blue shirt) observe robotic toy. health disparities, criminal and freedom. Playground. Kimberly Corbett, justice reform and much more. A panel discussion on crimi- Deputy Director, noted that scientifi cally or mathemati- Naturally, the midterm elec- nal justice reform included “Botley encourages sequential cally inclined. It is useful for tions and the possibility of Sybrina Fulton, the mother thinking and each line or square artists, composers, musicians, impeaching President Donald of Trayvon Martin and three is a block of code.” English majors or anyone who Trump commanded much at- black gubernatorial candidates “But girls don’t normally is language-oriented then, to do tention. “We will walk through – Ben Jealous of Maryland, have linear thinking which is coding. the storm together and we will Stacey Abrams of Georgia required,” added Furr. “The Jackson Hinds Library Sys- be productive together,” said and Andrew Gillum of Florida kids have to program to follow tem is expecting 1800 to 2000 Jackson-Lee during the open- brought in overfl ow crowds at lines,” she continued. books on coding for students. ing news conference that fea- the convention center. Osmo, another coding meth- Accordingly, participants can tured the potential 2020 Dem- Rep. Maxine Waters of Cali- od, fosters social intelligence learn the fundamentals of cod- ocratic presidential ticket of fornia, who along with Rep. and creative thinking by open- ing and progress to advance- Booker and Harris. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina ing up the iPad and iPhone to the ment. While directors project U.S. Surgeon General Je- and Rep. Al Green of Texas endless possibilities of physical that it will be in every library rome Adams sat for a fi reside each received the National play. “This music game writes in Jackson and will move to the chat during a luncheon titled, Newspaper Publishers Asso- a song. Boys and girls venture counties, coding already exists “Protecting the Health, Safety ciation’s (NNPA) Leadership evenly to the game. It’s a cute in many elementary schools. and Security of African-Amer- Award, helped to celebrate the game designed to encourage Computer coding is a growth ican Communities.” “This is hip-hop culture and stole the learning for educational and fun industry in Mississippi. Thus, about lifting up health for all,” spotlight. purposes. So students learn the the Mississippi Coding Acad- Adams said. Joseph “Rev. Run” Sim- coding language as well as the emy was formed last year to Another health disparities mons of Run-DMC fame also fundamentals,” Corbett stated. begin to teach computer cod- forum highlighted Census Bu- appeared on a panel to discuss Furr and Corbett concur that ing to high school graduates. reau statistics which revealed it is good to possess coding Jackson Hinds Library Executive Patty Furr and Deputy Director Kim- that 54.4 percent of blacks CBCF skills, even if a person is not Coding berly Corbett demonstrate how interactive robotic toys teach comput- Continued on page 3 Continued on page 3 er programming fundamentals to elementary students. Reasonable doubt remains ahead of sentencing By Stacy M. Brown made during the campaign of then-can- (NNPA) President and CEO Benjamin F. do that you have to go in with a neutral NNPA Newswire Contributor didate, and now-District Attorney, Kevin Chavis Jr., said it was important for the mind,” Cosby said. Much has gone unreported about the Steele, whose campaign promised to Black Press to cover the trial and to re- It’s been an uphill battle for the icon, Bill Cosby trial and what many perceive “Get Cosby.” main impartial and balanced. particularly after a jury found him guilty as an overwhelmingly suspect set of Cosby, who fi nally lashed out at Steele Just two years prior to the start of the of three counts of aggravated indecent as- charges fi led against him, resulting in a after the verdicts in April, has maintained trial, Cosby himself told the NNPA News- sault in April, just months after another hearing that many experts cite as an af- his composure in the face of what appears wire that he too wanted fairness – and the jury failed to deliver a verdict, reportedly front to ethics laws. The fairness of the to be an easily-appealable jury decision. icon was clear that he wasn’t seeking any divided either 10-2 or 7-5 in favor of ac- proceedings is further called into ques- When the comedian initially was or- favors. “Let me say this: I only expect the quittal. tion based upon the arguably question- dered to stand trial in 2017, National black media to uphold the standards of Cosby able ethics and out of court statements Newspaper Publishers Association excellence in journalism and when you Cosby Continued on page 16

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New Ed. Era, Holmes Co. Pt. 4 ‘What’s in a name?’ Doretha Draine Wiley Fine Arts Magnet Academy

The Mississippi Link Newswire Dear Mrs. Doretha Wiley, Magnet Academy itself is a recently- them. Shakespeare once asked the ques- I saw you on Ed Bradley’s Brown developed component of the newly “I am proud to be a part of the plan- tion in his famous 17th Century vs Board of Education Decision operational district. Coordinated by ning committee for this grand occa- play, Romeo and Juliet, “What’s in Twenty-Five Years After, documenta- Durant, Miss. native Gregory Wash- sion,” Stone said. “The most enjoy- a name?” Today, in the 21st Century ry several weeks ago. I am writing to ington, Ph.D., the academy students able task is contacting her former education era of the Holmes County thank you for sharing your thoughts have the opportunity to take art, students to inform them of the occa- Consolidated School District (HCC- on national television with all of us. band, choir, dance, drama/debate, sion. SD), the answer is Doretha Draine You have no idea how elated I was theater arts, radio, television and The contacts lead to conversations Wiley Fine Arts Magnet Academy. to hear you articulate in unqualifying print journalism courses. According about Wiley and the outstanding ser- The HCCSD Board of Trustees language my own beliefs about the to Washington, a strings component vice she gave her students. Of course, voted 5-0 August 9, to name the new- varied roles black teachers must be will also be added. “The academy there are many conversations of “I ly created Fine Arts Magnet Acad- willing to play. I agree with you, that intends to seek a diverse group of remember when. . .” emy at Holmes County Central High they must be everything to our young students whereby the instructors will One excited contact is Attorney School (HCCHS) in honor of the for- ones in order to fill in the social and be skilled in evaluating needs and Levi Boone, III of Boone Law Firm mer high school speech and drama psychological gaps in their home life. developing student-focused learning in Cleveland, Miss. “Oh, Mrs. Wi- teacher, Doretha Draine Wiley. This may be a sad truth as well as an strategies, teaching aids and mate- ley was very instrumental in my The dedication ceremony and re- added burden, nevertheless, it is a ne- rials for the students,” Washington life,” Boone said. He recalled being ception will take place Oct. 12, at cessity; and until we have more black said. “It is also our hope that the in speech and drama competitions at 2 p.m. at HCCHS, located at 9479 teachers like you our youngsters will instructors will provide a well bal- Jackson State University and Missis- Brozville Road, Lexington, Miss. Wiley continue to slide backward, ultimate- anced educational experience, expo- sippi State University. “I played Len- The school was called Lexington At- ly ending up on a human junk heap sure to extracurricular activities and nie in the play, “Of Mice and Men.” tendance Center (LAC) when Wiley because of Mrs. Wiley...... We honor discarded as misfits. a realistic perspective to learning the Boone said there are two things, began teaching in 1971 and served her.” Again, I salute you. arts.” among many, that he will forever be there until 1985. Wiley first learned of the pending Sincerely, The board, district administration grateful to Wiley for: 1) She taught During her tenure, her students honor while attending the district’s Marion L. Davis and coordinator envision the Dor- him to say the word, “truck” correct- accumulated 135 trophies, over 600 community-wide opening convoca- Wiley and her students also ap- etha Draine Wiley Fine Arts Magnet ly because he had difficulty with the certificates, 10 full scholarships, tion. peared on statewide television pro- Academy with additional opportuni- “tr” blend; and 2) How to write his over $8,000 in cash and countless “For once in my life, I was speech- grams. Below is a May 25, 1982 let- ties that are targeted for the students name correctly. “My grandfather and awards from various competitions, less!” she said in a recent interview. ter from the then-Tougaloo College to participate in district, state and father were also named Levi Boone. many netting both partial and full “It is an honor I never dreamed of – President George A. Owens. national competitions for each arts So, she taught me that when I write scholarships. especially of this magnitude.” The Dear Mrs. Wiley: component of the academy. my name, it must be written as Levi Wiley’s former student and new stunned teacher said all she ever I had the pleasure of hearing your “It is our hope that the academy Boone, III,” he said. “I developed so Superintendent of Schools James L. did was things to help her students group of students on the Collins tele- will form its own boys and girls much confidence in performing be- Henderson, Ed.D. who made the rec- achieve their best. “I never expected vision program Sunday morning. I choirs as well as the DDW concert fore an audience. It helped me in my ommendation, ignited a trend of so- anything in return,” she said. admire the work you have done with singers,” expressed Washington. career as a lawyer.” cial media kudos and congratulations The Holmes County native’s pas- these young people in enunciation Wiley is so grateful to God for how For more information on the Dor- via likes and comments from former sion, compassion, motivating force, and diction and thank you for it. It successful her students have become. etha Draine Wiley Fine Arts Magnet students located across the nation. encouragement and tireless efforts is a real inspiration to know that you There are medical professionals, a Academy and how you can help and Many of them attested to Wiley’s even attracted the attention of na- are requiring these essentials and school superintendent, educators, invest financially in students’ suc- tireless hard work and love for her tional news network CBS 60 Min- getting such fine results. I thank you lawyers, social workers, national cess, call 662 834-2175 or mail your students as she exposed them to the utes with Ed Bradley in 1979. A CBS again and send my warm congratula- journalists, USDA employees and tax deductible donations payable world of the fine arts. crew traveled to Lexington to do a tions to you and your students. other government professionals. to Doretha Draine Wiley Fine Arts “Mrs. Wiley was one of a kind,” segment on her and her students. Sincerely yours, HCCSD Director of College and Magnet Academy, Holmes County expressed Henderson. “Thanks can- The following is a letter she received George A. Owens Career Readiness Carol Stone, who is Consolidated School District, c/o not begin to express our appreciation from a viewer dated September 1, President chairing the planning committee for Cheryl Peoples, CFO, P. O. Box 630, for her efforts. We are who we are 1979 after it aired: Housed in the high school, the the ceremony and reception, is one of Lexington, MS 39095. www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 3

Coding Continued from page 1 HOPE announces partnership “Students are prepared for employment in the field where salaries range from $40,000 to $50,000 plus and no college degree is required,” said Richard A. Sun, CFA during a telephone interview. He surmised that anyone could learn with Regions Bank to open coding and that retirees could take on coding as a second career. Sun referenced that coding is called the Mississippi model because no one else is doing it. “As we become known, the state’s name will be attached to it. Taking leadership in this area will give people a positive image of Missis- 2nd HOPE branch in Alabama sippi,” he contended. Mississippi Coding Academies are part of a non-profit economic develop- ment and educational initiative sponsored by Innovative Mississippi, the Mis- sissippi Development Authority, the Mississippi Works program, Mississippi State University and the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, in partnership with Hinds Community College, East Mississippi Community College and the Missis- sippi Community College Board. For additional information on coding, email Patty Furr @pfurr@jhlibrary. org or call 601-968-5825; email Richard A. Sun @ [email protected] or call 202-285-7272.

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Mississippi Link Newswire HOPE’s expansion into Alabama services are vital to closing those Hope Credit Union (HOPE), one allows the CDFI to broaden access gaps. We are excited to be expand- of the nation’s leading community to critical financial tools in under- ing our presence in Alabama, and development financial institutions served communities – work that fortunate to have a partner in Re- Waters Clyburn Smith (CDFIs), held a ribbon-cutting cer- won HOPE the 2018 Wall Street gions Bank that recognizes the emony and open house Sept. 13, Journal Financial Inclusion Chal- important role that HOPE plays in diabetes while Florida Rep. Frederica Wilson sat in on a School to Prison for its first Alabama branch, and lenge. HOPE received the WSJ meeting the needs of underserved forum. announced plans to partner with award, in part, for opening a clus- communities.” The weeklong event also celebrated a power shift sweeping the nation: Regions Bank to open a second ter of branches in the Mississippi HOPE now serves nearly 50,000 Black women are leading voter drives, running for office and winning. branch in early 2019. Delta, an expansion also made pos- members from 31 locations in Ala- “We know that black women have changed the world and continue to do The branch at 400 Arba St. in sible through a partnership with bama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mis- that through our activism,” said Avis Jones-Deweever, a senior advisor Montgomery, Ala., was the result Regions. sissippi and Tennessee. In addition for BWR Research & Resource Development. of a merger between HOPE and “For 24 years, we’ve been work- to financial services, HOPE also “Young women are increasing their activism and there’s a 10 percent Tri-Rivers Federal Credit Union. ing in opportunity deserts across the works with community partners, jump over the last year,” she said. “As always, our more mature sisters, “Regions has agreed to donate Deep South,” Bynum said. “These public and private entities and local almost two-thirds of us, are active as always.” the bank’s former McGehee Road are places that lack adequate jobs, elected leaders to develop compre- Dr. Elsie Scott said more women are pursuing other areas of elected branch to help HOPE expand its housing, nutritious food, healthcare hensive community development office. “Since Trayvon Martin was murdered, we noticed more interest in presence in Montgomery,” said and education. Access to robust, af- strategies in the communities it prosecutors and more women running for prosecutors,” Scott said. “There HOPE CEO Bill Bynum. fordable and responsible financial serves. are a number of black women saying they don’t like the way they’re being prosecuted. What we find is women are winning in districts that are not predominately black. If you look at the women of the Congressio- nal Black Caucus, the majority of them now are in districts that are not majority black,” she said. “My friend Jesse Jackson said if you fight, you can win. If you don’t fight, you will never know if you can win,” said Waters, who received an NNPA Leadership Award. Trump, who has seen many of his inner circle recently plead guilty to criminal charges and might feel the walls closing in on him, was at the center of impeachment talk. In her typical fiery but still eloquent way, Waters spoke about she and other Democrats’ mission to impeach the president – though, like many oth- ers, she never mentioned him by name but only referring to him as “Number 45.” For those who insist that Vice President Mike Pence might turn out as a worse Commander in Chief than Trump, Waters scoffed. “I say knock off the first, and go after the second,” as the sold-out crowd inside the grand ballroom of the Marriot Marquis roared its approval of her fiery award accep- tance speech. Green, the veteran civil rights advocate who’s serving his sev- enth term in Congress, picked up where Waters left off. “I promise that I have not given up on im- peachment,” Green said. “We have a president who is not only unfit for the presidency, but a man who is unfit for any office in the United States of America.” COMMUNITY

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Mississippi Link Newswire Apples” and “Losing Battles.” These The Mississippi Writers Trail be- story collections and novels are gins with the dedication of the inau- translated worldwide. Welty also re- gural marker honoring Eudora Welty. ceived recognition for her photogra- “An international treasure in the phy focusing on life in rural Missis- literary world, Eudora Welty’s works sippi during the Great Depression. stand the test of time, infl uencing The Eudora Welty Writers marker generations of writers and sharing is located at the author’s home and Mississippi with the world,” said garden, a designated National His- Visit Mississippi Director Craig Ray. toric Landmark, at 1119 Pinehurst “This trail celebrates the legacy and Street in the Belhaven neighborhood historical contribution of Mississip- of Jackson. pi’s most acclaimed writers.” The Mississippi Writers Trail is Born in 1909 in Jackson, Welty an initiative of the Mississippi Arts lived in the capital city for the ma- Commission, in partnership with jority of her life. An award-winning Visit Mississippi, the Community author of short stories and novels, Foundation for Mississippi, Mis- Welty was the recipient of the Presi- sissippi Book Festival, Mississippi dential Medal of Freedom, the French Humanities Council, Mississippi Legion of Honor and, most notably, Department of Archives and His- the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for her tory and Mississippi Library Com- novel “The Optimist’s Daughter.” mission. The trail will span the state She also was chosen as the fi rst living and highlight notable places which writer to be published in the “Library helped shape some of the world’s of America” series. most acclaimed authors’ lives and Mississippi was prevalent in all infl uenced their renowned works. her works of fi ction, which included For additional information, “A Curtain of Green,” “The Wide please visit www.visitmississippi. Net,” “Delta Wedding,” The Golden org/writerstrail. www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 5 6 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 www.mississippilink.com Lanier senior JPS Football scores 33 on ACT but not stopping Livestream Schedule

Jackson Public Schools will livestream select football games throughout the 2018-2019 season. The games will be available on the District’s YouTube and Facebook channels as scheduled below.

Jiles Date Game Location Time

Mississippi Link Newswire tion Shoestring Youth Council and September 14 Provine at Callaway Hughes Field 7 p.m. A 33 on the ACT might be impres- has been an articulate advocate for September 21 Greenville at Murrah Hughes Field 7 p.m. sive to most, but it’s not enough for a recent Bond campaign for JPS. September 28 Raymond at Lanier Hughes Field 7 p.m. Lanier High School senior Joseph A gifted orator, he spoke passion- Jiles. He is unwavering in his com- ately in support of the Bond at a October 6 George County at Jim Hill South Jackson Field 2 p.m. mitment to academic excellence and press conference and at community October 12 Wingfield at Forest Hill South Jackson Field 7 p.m. is pursuing a perfect score on the meetings. The college-bound senior October 26 Murrah at Provine Hughes Field 7 p.m. college admissions test. is also a member of the JROTC at “I scored a 30 the fi rst time I took Lanier. Achieving a higher ACT score the ACT,” said Jiles. “My goal is to Links to View Livestream: get a perfect score, so I will be tak- increases his chances of receiving ing it again.” more scholarship offers thereby ex- www.facebook.com/JacksonPublicSchools Jiles is a member of the Opera- panding his options for college. www.youtube.com/JPSITV

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www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 7 Record-setting enrollment University enrollment remains level as Fall at the state’s leading research semester begins

The Mississippi Link Newswire services. Earning a bache- university tops 22,000 Fall enrollment at Missis- lor’s or advanced degree is a sippi Public Universities re- game-changer for an individ- mains level when compared ual and increasing the num- The Mississippi Link Newswire includes living-learning com- to Fall 2017 figures. Prelimi- ber of Mississippians with a In its fi fth consecutive year munities and two residence nary figures indicate Fall en- degree is a game-changer for of historic growth, Mississippi hall choices in the Honors rollment for 2018 is 80,592 our state.” State celebrates its 140-year College are contributing to the for the system, compared to Figures are unduplicated anniversary by accelerating considerable boost in those 81,378 students enrolled in and count students one time, student enrollment well over pursuing degrees at MSU. Fall 2017, representing a 1 regardless of on-campus and the 22,000 mark, an attainment MSU, a National Science percent decrease. off-campus enrollment. Fig- that’s been a top priority for Foundation Top 100 research “Our students are invest- ures for the University of MSU President Mark E. Kee- university that’s continuous- ing in their futures when they Mississippi include students num. ly building on its legacy as a enroll in one of our univer- attending the University of With this fall’s arrival of premier academic institution, sities and this investment Mississippi Medical Center: 22,201 students, Mississippi’s ranks sixth globally in entre- will pay off for them as in- Fall 2017: 2,890 leading research university is preneurship research as cited dividuals and for society as a Fall 2018: 2,840 seeing 318 more enroll than by the international Journal whole,” said Alfred Rankins Fall 2018 enrollment last year’s 21,883, while also of Small Business Manage- Jr., Commissioner of Higher figures are preliminary as growing diversity of the stu- ment and is in the Top 5 per- Education. “College gradu- students continue to work dent body to more than a quar- cent nationally for agriculture ates earn more, pay more in through admissions and fi- ter – 27 percent – of MSU’s research according to the NSF. taxes and are less likely to be nancial aid issues to com- degree-seeking population. A Money magazine lists the unemployed or need social plete the enrollment process. record number of new transfer university as Top 50 in the students also is contributing to South in its 2017 “Best Colleg- the university’s unprecedent- es for Your Money” rankings, ed enrollment, and fi rst-time while the national publication freshman numbers are up from Military Times includes MSU fall 2017. in the Top 50 best universities The exceptional growth, for veterans and their depen- Keenum said, can be attributed dents. to the university’s expansion Enrollment growth among of student opportunities and MSU’s eight colleges can be offerings, spearheaded by the seen in the College of Business “outstanding faculty and staff (up 6.4 percent); College of who truly are driven to make a Agriculture and Life Sciences difference in the lives of those (up 4.3 percent); James Worth who choose Mississippi State.” More than 11,000 students take classes in Mississippi State’s Old Main Bagley College of Engineering “We’re providing a signature Academic Center on its busiest days. Opened last fall, the 150,000-sq.-ft. (up 2.9 percent); and the Col- educational experience that facility is providing more learning space for the university’s growing stu- lege of Forest Resources (up extends way beyond the class- dent body that this fall hit an all-time record of 22,201. PHOTO BY BETH WYNN 2.9 percent). room to show students that Total college-specifi c enroll- far-reaching goals are attain- ACT score in history (25.6) New opportunities for stu- ment fi gures are: MVSU’s Hawkins able and then positioning these – record Shackouls Honors dents to attain membership in – 2,512 in Agriculture and students for long-term success. College fi rst-time freshmen the nation’s most prestigious Life Sciences to chair Rural Poverty No matter where students be- (632 up from 475) academic honor society Phi – 749 in Architecture, Art gin their journeys with Missis- – record Distance educa- Beta Kappa, expanded under- and Design sippi State, they have countless tion enrollment (1,870 up from graduate research and distance – 5,285 in Arts and Sciences Research Interest Group possibilities to learn, lead and 1,788) education programs, and more – 3,033 in Business grow.” he said. – increased Meridian cam- study abroad ventures and – 3,458 in Education The Mississippi Link Newswire The surge in fall numbers in- pus enrollment (595 up from scholarship options through – 4,771 in Engineering cludes: 522) the Judy and Bobby Shackouls – 601 in Forest Resources Cassandra Hawkins may be – record new transfer stu- – more out-of-state students Honors College are at the heart – 483 in Veterinary Medi- new to the Mississippi Val- dents (2,142 up from 2,062) (35 percent) of the increase. cine. ley State University (MVSU) – more fi rst-time freshmen – No. 1 college choice for Also, engagement in abun- MSU is Mississippi’s leading faculty, but she is already (3,599 up from 3,438) Mississippi’s high school grad- dant community service proj- university, available online at making an impact on campus. – highest average freshman uates ects, enhanced housing that www.msstate.edu. Hawkins, who is an as- sistant professor of public administration/rural pub- lic policy and planning, has been nominated to serve as New media lab boosts MC the chair-elect of the Rural Sociological Society’s Rural Hawkins Poverty Research Interest Group (RIG) for 2018-2019. tional Conference and having Communication Department She will serve as chair of the students present their work,” Rural Poverty RIG in 2019- she added. 2020. Hawkins teaches in the Ru- The Mississippi Link Newswire equipment allowing them to The Rural Sociological So- ral Public Policy and Plan- Mississippi College’s new build unique professional pro- ciety (RSS) is a professional ning graduate program as media lab continues to generate duction portfolios essential to social science association that well as the Government and positive buzz among students landing jobs. promotes the generation, ap- Politics program in the De- on the Clinton campus. Professor Reid Vance says plication, and dissemination partment of Social Sciences Located in the basement of the lab is equipped quite well of sociological knowledge to at MVSU. the Aven Fine Arts Building, the for instructional use serving enhance the quality of rural Her research interests in- media lab makes its debut as an two dozen students at a time. life, communities and the en- clude student pedagogy, invaluable teaching tool for the Each of the lab’s 12 iMac vironment. The association’s American literature, agricul- Department of Communication. workstations features the latest Research and Interest Groups ture policy, rural policy, so- It offers studio space for stu- Adobe Creative Cloud software (RIGs) refl ect the substantive cially disadvantaged farmers dents to create podcasts, build for video, photo and production interests of RSS members and ranchers and food inse- portfolios, edit video, conduct along with editing and distribu- and serve as an important av- curity in Mississippi. broadcast interviews and em- tion. enue for connecting members “Dr. Hawkins is an addi- brace future media changes. The lab, Vance said, becomes with similar interests. tion to our capacity building “We genuinely thank the MC students are already making extensive use of the Communication the go-to space where students The Rural Poverty RIG for research in agricultural anonymous donor and all who Department’s new media lab. will enhance their public speak- welcomes, fosters and pro- policy and rural policy,” said worked to make this dream a re- ing skills to meet the demands motes research from diverse Richard Mushi, chair of MV- ality,” Communication Depart- den, sports editor of the “Mis- new tables, chairs and the latest of a competitive marketplace. theoretical perspectives and SU’s Social Sciences Depart- ment Chairman Cliff Forten- sissippi Collegian” share the computers in a renovated room. “Students will be able to con- methodological approaches ment and coordinator of the berry said. professor’s sentiments. “It’s “The new media lab is really veniently record their speeches that contribute to a broad un- Rural Public Policy and Plan- Fortenberry joins colleagues nice to have a fi rst-class space helpful for editing MCTV sto- and review them to identify ar- derstanding of the dynamic ning program. raving about the facility since where students can come, be ries,” Clark said. “And the lab eas of solid performance and intersecting factors that pro- “We are so excited about it opened in late August. “It comfortable and work together studio is the perfect spot for needed improvement.” duce and perpetuate condi- research and grantsmanship equips the Communication De- on projects for class or for The putting together podcasts. Com- A display monitor allows stu- tions of poverty for rural possibilities she brings to partment and the campus to dis- Collegian.” munication students will put in dent presenters to blend visuals individuals, families, com- Rural Public Policy and Plan- play a tangible commitment to A senior from Kenner, Loui- many hours during the Fall se- into their work. The back of munities and regions in both ning graduate program, So- student learning.” siana, Rhoden expects to spend mester in these new rooms.” the area in a separate room will the United States and in other cial Sciences department and A few feet from other MC countless hours in the media MCTV videos broadcast uni- serve as an audio/radio produc- nations. our Mississippi Valley State classrooms, the lab is situated in lab before his college gradu- versity news stories such as this tion lab. “This opportunity will al- University.” the former WHJT and Star 93.5 ation rolls around. He’s been summer’s arrival of President Communication Department low me to expose my students For information about radio station space. The lab on busy lately since the student Blake Thompson. The Com- leaders predict the new media in the MA Rural Public Pol- the Rural Poverty RIG, visit the building’s ground fl oor of- newspaper’s fi rst issue of MC’s munication Department station lab will become a popular desti- icy and Planning program to www.ruralsociaology.org fers “a tremendous boost to the 193rd academic year rolled off offers timely updates of Choc- nation point for alumni, parents research, networking and ca- To learn more about MV- Communication Department, the presses September 4. taws athletic events and regu- and students, especially during reer opportunities,” Hawkins SU’s Rural Public Policy and communication students and A Mississippi College stu- larly showcases student-orient- MC’s 2018 homecoming. said. Planning program, call (662) Mississippi College,” Forten- dent who works with MCTV, ed features. Activities on the Clinton “I look forward to prepar- 254-3352 or visit www.mvsu. berry added. Josh Clark is impressed by the Fortenberry sees the lab as campus are booked October 26- ing for the 2019 RSS Na- edu MC students like Corey Rho- lab’s benefi ts. It’s more than the spot for students to access 27. 8 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 www.mississippilink.com White House Initiative selects JSU 2018 Sports Hall of Jackson State students as 2018 Fame will include new inductees from SWAC, HBCU Competitiveness Scholars NFL, PGA, LPGA By L.aToya Hentz-Moore jsumsnews.com Jackson State University the NCAA tournament (1995). JSU students Michael Ware Jackson State University Sheriff was the only player in and Lisa Johnson were recent- will induct 10 former student- the nation to rank in the Top ly chosen as Competitiveness athletes – several who played 10 in scoring and rebounding Scholars for the White House professionally – and a support- (1994-1995). Initiative on Historically Black er into the 2018 Sports Hall of M.C. Taylor, football, played Colleges and Universities Fame Friday, Sept. 28. on two conference champion- (WHIHBCU). This year’s annual event will ship teams and on a national Students were selected for be at 6 p.m. inside the Lee E. championship team. His foot- the WHIHBCU competiveness Williams Athletics and Assem- ball squad was known as “The scholar program based upon bly Center. 1962 Dream Team.” a unique combination of aca- The future inductees cover a John Walker, football. Af- demic achievements, campus range of sports: basketball, foot- ter being drafted by NFL’s At- and civic engagement, recom- ball, golf and softball. lanta Falcons, his plans were mendation and entrepreneurial Shasta Averyhardt, golf, to play about 12 years, retire ethos. won nine collegiate golf tourna- and then start a business. All of Ware, a senior sociology ma- ments, including four individual that changed after being drafted jor, explains his inspiration for SWAC Conference Champion- in 1968 by the U.S. Army. He applying for this honor. “While ships. She led the team to four was inspired to coach after ac- working with Karmeen Powell- SWAC Team Championships tive duty. At JSU, he lettered Childress – a previous White that berthed a bid in the NCAA four consecutive years. He was House All-Star on several JSU Regionals, 2005-2008. In 2011, a linebacker, tight end and also projects, I observed her drive she became the fourth African- the long snapper center. and determination in that role. American woman to gain mem- LaTrenda R. Watson, soft- It really inspired me to pick up bership on the LPGA Tour. ball, was a four-year letter win- the torch and convey innovation Kevin Dent, football, led the ner in softball. In 1999, Watson to Jackson State in an effort to nation in pass interceptions; he received SWAC All-Tourna- provide different opportunities garnered 11 as a sophomore and ment Team, SWAC Eastern Di- Michael Ware and Lisa Johnson were recognized as HBCU Competitiveness Scholars in Washington, D.C. dur- returned two of those for touch- vision Most Outstanding Hitter, for our students.” ing the 2018 National HBCU Week conference September 16-19. Ware, an Oklahoma native, downs. Ultimately, he would and Player of the Year. She was said, “I am looking forward to versities, plus it’s the backyard partment of Urban and Regional students. Scholars will also par- become Conference Defensive 29th in the nation for Division I being inside the White House. of Howard.” Planning, Johnson said, “ I ra- ticipate in regional events, we- Player of the Year twice. JSU for a softball batting average of This will be an opportunity for Scholars will also have a diate leadership. My approach binars and monthly web chats Tigers won four consecutive .418. all of the competiveness schol- chance to engage with one an- entails getting students engaged with the WHIHBCU staff. SWAC Championships under Rickey Young, football. In ars to meet and create a unifi ed other to showcase individual on campus because student in- Both honorees are looking the defense of safety Dent. the NFL, Young played in 131 agenda for HBCUs.” and collective talents across the volvement is crucial. I want stu- forward to sharing their col- A.J. Montecinos, golf, earned games, rushing for nearly 4,000 Johnson, a higher education HBCU spectrum. dents to comprehend that edu- lective talents with students at a PGA Championship and com- yards and 23 touchdowns. In his administration doctoral stu- Ware and Johnson are recog- cational excellence is just the Jackson State. peted against Tiger Woods. nine seasons in the NFL (1975- dent elucidates her interest in nized for being outstanding stu- fi rst step; employers search for “I strive to see and surpass Narah Dean Oatis, support- 1983), Young did not miss a this initiative. “I am a HBCU dent leaders and encouraged to participation in activities and the standards. I aim for titles er –JSU Department of Athlet- single game, playing in all 131 advocate. This is an honor and be advocates for excellence and organizations – all of those ele- to show my purpose and I am ics, received an Award for Dedi- contests with his teams in that certainly an extraordinary op- competitiveness at their HBCU. ments create a holistic student.” careful not to let any title defi ne cated Service in 2008 after 32 span. portunity to discuss and attain “I exude competiveness,” Johnson, a current higher ed- the person that I am. I want to years of commitment related to Eric Strothers, basketball. additional knowledge regarding said Ware, who is also the presi- ucation administration doctoral encourage all students to always JSU athletic performances. She He was named one of the best the niche fulfi lled by HBCUs dent of the Campus Activity student says “I am a HBCU want to leave something better became director of the Sonic mid-major assistant coaches in that other universities don’t en- Board. I am proud to be a stu- advocate. This is an honor and than you fi nd it,” said Ware. Boom of the South’s Prancing NCAA Division I basketball compass for their students.” dent at Jackson State, which is certainly an extraordinary op- Johnson advises other stu- Jaycettes (now J-Settes) in 1975, by collegeinsider.com. In 2010, A native of Vicksburg, John- Mississippi’s only public urban portunity to discuss and attain dents to be bold, take risks and devoting 21 years to the dance he was tabbed SWAC Assistant son, agrees with Ware on the university. Being less than ten additional knowledge regarding be a beacon for HBCUs. group. She also worked with Basketball Coach of the Year. tremendous honor it will be to miles from the Capitol makes us HBCUs.” “Some of the most brilliant JSU Twirlers and cheerleaders. Tickets to the 2018 Sports visit the White House. “[This is] a contender in the areas of re- The WHIHBCU will provide people are HBCU products. Tera Sheriff, basketball, a Hall of Fame may be purchased a great opportunity to network search, politics and it just gives outreach and engagement op- Make sure that people can look key part of the Lady Tigers’ ad- from the JSU Ticket Offi ce, 601- with other students and admin- us a real advantage.” portunities for scholars as well at you as someone who is a vancements to SWAC champi- 979-2420. istrators from various Histori- As student development co- as information and resources to shining example of an HBCU onships, with an appearance at cally Black Colleges and Uni- ordinator/publicist for the de- disseminate among their fellow alum,” said Johnson. Kenney named executive director NSF awards $4 million to alliance led of JSU Development Foundation by JSU to increase By L.aToya Hentz-Moore and education, Kenney found- jsumsnews.com ed Peach Academy Kids, Inc., Kristie Kenney, former a non-profi t organization pro- minorities in STEM Fort Valley State University viding supplemental educa- (FVSU) administrator, has tion and enrichment activities Jackson State University alliance is recruiting and sup- been appointed as executive for elementary age children in Mississippi Democratic Con- porting underrepresented and director of the Jackson State Peach County. gressman Bennie G. Thompson disadvantaged minority students Foundation. The Fort Valley native is also recently announced that the throughout the state. “My staff and co-workers the creator of Jazz in the Val- National Science Foundation JSU President William B. have been phenomenal and ley, a music festival assembling (NSF) has awarded $4 million Bynum Jr. praises the efforts of extremely helpful in my tran- more than 400 melody lovers to Jackson State University and institutions and leaders to fulfi ll sition. They have afforded me in the spirit of cultural aware- an alliance of Mississippi in- an important need. with access to all the latest and ness and fundraising. stitutions of higher learning to “We are thankful to the Na- most vital information pertain- Kenney earned her master’s help train minorities for careers tional Science Foundation and ing to my position.” degree from Purdue University in STEM (science, technology, U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson for Kenney says, “The president Global in Higher Education engineering and mathematics). our recent award of $4 million,” has specifi ed his presidential – College Administration and JSU is the lead institution of Bynum said. “These funds will priorities and I do know that the Leadership. She has a bach- the Louis Stokes Mississippi Al- assist us in continuing our work board stands ready to serve and elor’s degree from Tennessee liance for Minority Participation of preparing economically dis- assist. At this particular time, State University in agricultural (LSMAMP) Pathways Alliance. advantaged students for STEM there are a lot of business trans- business. She is currently en- Other collaborators are Alcorn fi elds.” actions that are taking place so rolled in the Executive Ph.D. State University, Delta State Martha Tchounwou of JSU is that we can position ourselves Kenney in Urban Higher Education University, Hinds Community the statewide program manager to be exactly what we are – the program at Jackson State Uni- College, Mississippi State Uni- of LSMAMP. foundation for Jackson State budget that exceeded $50 mil- ture bond sale which garnered versity. versity, Mississippi Valley State “For nearly a quarter of a University.” lion in assets. an excess of $1.2 million in Kenney is an active member University, Tougaloo College, century, the Louis Stokes Mis- Prior to joining Jackson Kenney’s accomplishments revenue; and serving as a mem- of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, University of Mississippi and sissippi Alliance for Minority State, Kenney managed foun- at FVSU include increasing ber of the university’s strategic Inc. and Trinity Baptist Church University of Southern Missis- Participation has played a sig- dation relations and operations, foundation giving by 30 per- planning committee. in Fort Valley. She is married to sippi. nifi cant role in educating minor- donor services, annual fund, cent within four years; over- As a community leader in Kareem and together they have LSMAMP is helping to ad- ity students in STEM,” Tchoun- stewardship and a foundation seeing the public private ven- the areas of entrepreneurship a one daughter, Kaylen. dresses a statewide and national wou said. “The new funding demand for STEM workers. Ac- provides us with an excellent cording to the President’s Coun- opportunity to continue to re- cil of Advisors on Science and cruit, train, retain and graduate GET YOUR CURRENT NEWS AND WATCH AP VIDEOS ONLINE AT: Technology, the U.S. needs an underrepresented minority stu- additional one million graduates dents and make a signifi cant im- in various fi elds over the next pact on workforce development www.mississippilink.com decade. in Mississippi and throughout In response, the Mississippi the U.S.” STATE

www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 9 A night of Mississippi named least musical artistry well-traveled state in US Mississippi Link Newswire out, the production is tight and The Mississippi Link Newswire Maybe you are the defi nition of #wan- throughout the country were always jet- The Mississippi Jazz Foun- the songwriting is authentic and There’s nothing like starting a new ad- derlust, always plotting away at your next setting away to a new place and which dation presents the 15th annual thought provoking. venture and catching a plane to a new travel destination – or maybe you are the states were perfectly fi ne with sticking “Night of Musical Artistry” fea- Burton, has released a recent destination. Whether you’re exploring epitome of a homebody, skipping the time close to home. To fi nd out, we used Google turing national recording artist project, entitled Say What, and is the U.S. or saving up all year to explore and money that it takes to travel. search trends data to identify the states Eric Roberson and Mississippi’s currently touring with the legend- a new country, traveling helps connect us As it turns out, where you live in the searching travel-related phrases most of- own Mike Burton and Band, Fri- ary Patti LaBelle, after coming off to the rest of the world and lets us experi- country may determine how much of the ten, per capita. day, December 7, 2018, at Duling an extensive year and a half long ence what it’s like to live in someone else’s travel bug you have. Here are the most and least well-traveled Hall Auditorium at 7 p.m. tour with Jill Scoot. The band re- shoes. We wanted to fi gure out which states states in America, according to the data. Making a return to the stage cently appeared in the house band to serve as host for the evening, for the 2018 BET Awards, the is the one and only Palmer Wil- Venkman’s in Atlanta, Georgia, liams. the City Winery, as well as the Roberson is without a doubt Sounds of Muscle Shoals at the one of the most dynamic voices Atlante History Center. With an on the creative music scene. He upcoming appearance scheduled is known for his invigorating and in the West Indies, these talented combustible live performances, men are experiencing a world of compelling and revealingly hon- success, which is sure to carry est song writing and impeccable them well into the future. instrumentality. He is a 2x gram- Williams is an American stage my award nominated singer/song- and television actor. He is best writer/producer widely known as known for his role as Floyd Jack- the king of Independent Soul and son on both Tyler Perry’s “House R&B. He has released 13 albums of Payne” and “Love Thy Neigh- independently and has performed bor.” Quite the exceptional croon- to sold-out shows around the er, Palmer has a gospel album world. titled Neo-Saved. Roberson has decided to pull Additionally, he also released the curtain back on how he navi- a DVD of stand up and comedic gates today’s current music in- skits, and debuted a new quartet dustry by allowing you access to singing group called Old As Hell The Process. The Process allows (OHA). you to see behind the scenes but Tickets for the “15th Annual lets you into how things are cre- Night of Musical Artistry” are ated. You will see how he writes $40 in advance through the local and produces music for himself TicketMaster outlet or ticketmas- and the numerous artists that he ter.com and $50 at the door. All works with. tickets are for general admission From organic soulful in-the- seating. pocket grooves, sublime ballads For more information, call The and exuberant up-tempo num- Mississippi Jazz Foundation @ bers, the vocals shine through- 601-594-2314. Corps signs Partnership Project Agreement with City of Flowood

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Mississippi Link Newswire may be provided only for proj- The Mississippi Link Newswire The U.S. Army Corps of En- ects that are publically owned If you have a child in kin- gineers Vicksburg District en- and the non-federal interest must dergarten through third grade, tered into a Partnership Project enter into a written cost share you will want to attend an Agreement with Mayor Gary agreement to furnish its required important meeting hosted by Rhoads of Flowood, Mississippi, cooperation for the project. This the Mississippi Department of in Rankin County Sept. 12. The cost share agreement is 75 per- Education (MDE). agreement, signed on location at cent federally funded and 25 per- In a series of regional meet- the Flowood City Hall, is part of cent non-federally funded. ings, MDE will share informa- the Mississippi Environmental The proposed work for this tion and strategies to help par- Infrastructure Program (Section agreement with the City of Flo- ents prepare their children for 592) as authorized by the Water wood will include the design and the new, higher standards that Resources Development Act of construction of a project to im- third-grade students must meet 1999. prove the city’s water and waste- to be promoted to grade four. The Section 592 Program pro- water facilities. The total cost Beginning this year, stu- vides environmental assistance for this improvement project is dents must score at Level to non-federal interests in Mis- $1,590,000. Three or higher on the state sissippi. Assistance may be in The Vicksburg District of the reading test to be promoted the form of design and construc- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to fourth grade. In previous tion assistance for water-related encompasses a 68,000-square- years, students had to score environmental infrastructure mile area across portions of Mis- at Level Two or higher to be and resource protection and de- sissippi, Arkansas and Louisiana promoted. velopment projects in Missis- that holds seven major river ba- See the schedule for meet- sippi. This includes, but is not sins and incorporates approxi- ing dates and locations. Ses- limited to, projects for waste- mately 460 miles of mainline sion time for all locations: 6-7 water treatment and related fa- levees. The district is engaged p.m. cilities, elimination or control of in hundreds of projects and No registration is required combined sewer overfl ow, water employs approximately 1,000 but there is no cost to attend. supply and related facilities, en- people. vironmental restoration and sur- To learn more about the Vicks- face water resource protection burg District, visit our website, and development. Assistance www.mvk.usace.army.mil. NATIONAL

10 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 www.mississippilink.com CBCF Phoenix Awards Camille Cosby appears at Judicial Dinner revives political Conduct Review Board titans of Black America

By Hamil R. Harris TriceEdneyWire.com The Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference concluded with the 48th Annual Phoenix Awards Sept. 15. But, before the night ended, the event felt more like a political revival meet- ing where the titans of Black Camille Cosby enters Montgomery County Courthouse with Bill Cosby dur- America were challenged to ing his assault trial in April. PHOTO COURTESY OF PA NEWS MEDIA ASSOCIATION pick up the baton of service and sacrifi ce. By Stacy M. Brown neered a campaign dirty trick “So this is not the time for NNPA Newswire Contributor that damaged O’Neill’s profes- us to not know who we are,” Camille Cosby has fi led an sional reputation, Cosby’s mo- preached the Rev. William offi cial complaint about her tion asserts. Barber, co-chair of the Poor husband’s judge to the Judicial This colored O’Neill’s rulings People’s Campaign, in his key- Conduct Review Board of Penn- against Cosby’s motions, Green note speech to the applauding sylvania. argued because Castor was an audience of thousands. “James One week before iconic co- important witness who testi- Baldwin said it like this: We median Bill Cosby faces sen- fi ed about why he decided not made the world and we are the Rev. William Barber, co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign, delivers spirited keynote at the Phoenix tencing in his assault case and to prosecute Cosby on the Con- ones who are going to have to Awards Dinner. PHOTOS BY ROY LEWIS/TRICE EDNEY NEWS WIRE just a week after defense at- stand accusations in 2006. make it over. We don’t belong torneys fi led a motion asking “During the hearing, Judge to a people who shrink back for Judge Steven T. O’Neill to O’Neill actually took over the when times get tough. Ameri- recuse himself, Camille Cosby direct examination of Mr. Cas- ca needs a conscious. We need arrived in Harrisburg, Pa., seek- tor, questioning him at some it in the streets. We need it in ing relief. length before issuing a ruling the Congress. We need it at the “The public, and Mr. Cosby, that rejected Mr. Castor’s sworn ballot box!” were entitled to know about testimony and wrongfully al- The dinner, themed “The O’Neill’s bias before the judge lowed the case to proceed,” the Dream Demands,” was hosted made these rulings,” Camille Cosby lawyers said in a state- by actress /producer Vivica A. Cosby said. ment. Fox and actor/activist Lam- “That this judge would hide “There is no way to view the man Rucker who narrated the his bias and decide that his rival, judge’s conduct in this case as program that honored Civil the former D.A., could not be being consistent with the consti- Rights veterans, the icons of trusted to give truthful testimo- tutional right to a fair trial,” the Black America and the new ny, shows that the judge let his statement said. members of Congress who are own personal feelings override “Judge O’Neill must fully dis- people of color. Mr. Cosby’s right to a fair trial. close the facts of that feud now. The glitzy, black-tie event, If a judge would do this in a case There is no other way to cor- held at the Walter E. Wash- as high-profi le as this one, then rect the injustice that has been ington Convention Center, is he cannot be trusted to be a fair done.” the political equivalent to the judge for anyone else either.” A number of legal experts Oscars with the political, civic The former D.A. Bruce Cas- from Philadelphia, Delaware, and social stars of the black Audience at CBCF Phoenix Awards Dinner appears spellbound while listening to message from the Rev. tor told NNPA Newswire that Washington and as far away as community. But the dinner William Barber, “Knowing Who We Are In Times Like These.” he was “disgusted” by the pros- Sacramento, San Francisco and was transformed into church ecution of Cosby after himself Winnipeg, Canada, said O’Neill with Barber’s speech, titled promising the legend years ago should recuse himself or at least “Knowing Who We Are In that if he sat for a deposition postpone the Sept. 24 and Sept. Times Like These.” and waived his right to remain 25 sentencing hearings he’s Barber began with advice silent, his words could never be scheduled. on Black America’s response used against him by any future Camille Cosby’s appearance to President Donald Trump. D.A. at the Judicial Conduct Review He said, “Whatever Donald The current D.A., Kevin Board isn’t insignifi cant. Trump’s mental status, don’t Steele, ran an election campaign According to Pennsylvania just focus on him. America has on the grounds that he was go- rules,When the Board receives never had the ability to talk ing to “get Cosby,” and received a complaint, the Board’s staff about racism and white su- the support of Cosby accuser makes a preliminary inquiry. premacy.” Andrea Constand in his cam- During this stage, you and other Refl ecting on Dr. Martin paign bid. witnesses may be interviewed, Luther Kings’ April 3, 1968 “What is happening to Cosby, and documents other than those “I Have Been to the Mountain as bad a man as he undoubtedly provided with your complaint Top” speech that took place in is, should never happen to any- may be reviewed. Once there Memphis on the eve of the as- one in America,” Castor said. is suffi cient information to con- sassination, Barber said many “I’m 36 years in the justice clude the preliminary inquiry, people focus on the hoop and system, much of it at a pretty the full Board will review the not the “gravy,” in what King high level and I’m disgusted complaint. said. “Dr. King looked at the that any citizen entitled to the At this stage, the Board gener- sickness of our society and he Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and his wife, Jacqueline, receives the Phoenix Award for Lifetime Achievement from presumption of innocence has ally chooses to: said nothing would be more CBCF Board Chair Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas); U. S. Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) and U. S. Rep. Bobby been treated this way,” Castor Dismiss the complaint be- tragic than to turn back now.” Rush (D-Ill) said. cause it is clear that the allega- Early in the program, the Legal experts also have ex- tions do not warrant disciplin- Caucus had a video tribute to Bryan Stevenson, lawyer, his wife, Jacqueline, received “Leave room in your life for pressed concern that O’Neill re- ary action against the accused some of the icons of Black social justice activist, founder the CBCF Chair’s Lifetime God to manage all of your fused to rule on whether the 12- judge; or America who died in the last and executive director of the Achievement Award. shortcomings.” year statute of limitations in the Authorize a full investigation year. The list included: former Equal Justice Initiative, and a During the Jackson presen- At the end of his speech, case expired, thus avoiding any to determine if there is “clear Congressman Ronald Del- clinical professor at New York tation, Rep. Maxine Waters Barber responded to the oft- prosecution of Cosby. Instead, and convincing evidence” of lums, former UN Secretary University School of Law re- (D-Calif.) said “I don’t care heard use of the word, “social- he sent the matter to jurors, who misconduct that warrants dis- General Kofi Annan, Winnie ceived the ALC Co-Chair’s how many times we have ism” in describing the beliefs didn’t appear to consider it. ciplinary action against the ac- Mandela, Rev. Wyatt T. Walk- Award. done it before, we are going of politicians and rights lead- Last week, Cosby’s attorney cused judge er, Roger Wilson, Joe Jackson, Lee Porter, executive di- to honor him again and again ers who believe in helping the Joseph Green fi led a motion After a full investigation Journalist Les Payne, Ebony rector of the Fair Housing because he deserves it.” poor. aimed at getting O’Neill to re- has been conducted, the Board Magazine Editor Lerone Ben- Council, received the ALC Rep. Shelia Jackson, chair He said, “If caring for peo- cuse himself and appoint an- makes another choice: nett and Aretha Franklin, the Co-Chair’s Award for her “ex- of the Congressional Black ple is socialism than the con- other judge to consider the case. Dismiss the complaint be- Queen of Soul. emplary leadership in commu- Caucus Foundation, said, “For stitution is a socialist docu- Green argued that the case has cause there is not “clear and Speaking of Dellums, Rep. nity advocacy.” me, Rev. Jackson and Sister ment...Jesus was a socialist...If to go back to when it started in convincing evidence” of judi- Barbara Lee (D-Ca.) told the Aretha Franklin received Jackson are American and In- caring for people is socialism early 2016 when Cosby repeat- cial misconduct; or if the Board gathering, “Ron embodied ser- the John R. Lewis Award of ternational Heroes.” then bailing out businesses is edly sought to get the charges believes that there is “clear and vice. He was a former Marine, Courage for setting the highest Rep. Bobby Rush said, wreckless social behavior. thrown out and the judge to step convincing evidence” of judi- a psychiatric social worker. He standard of dedication, ability “Thank you Rev. Jackson for We must be the conscious of down. O’Neill repeatedly de- cial misconduct, it may fi le for- loved the CBC with all of his and creativity. saving my life.” Rush added this nation otherwise the soul nied his motions. mal charges against the accused heart.” Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) that had it not been for Jack- of this nation will be fatally Green said recently uncov- judge with the Court of Judicial The Awards included: and Rep. Brenda Lawrence son running for president in wounded...Our vision must be ered facts suggest O’Neill was Discipline. Georgia Gubernatorial can- (D-Mi.) honored Franklin and 1984 and 1988, there would bigger than Trump, our vision biased against Cosby from the When asked why she’s fi l- didate Stacey Abrams, for- the niece and nephew of the not have been a Chicago May- must be to save this nation.” beginning due to a long-stand- ing the complaint, Cosby said mer minority leader (Georgia Queen of Soul accepted the or Harold Washington nor a Recalling the rolls of histor- ing political feud with Castor she’s fi ling it not only on be- House of Representatives) award. Lewis said “Aretha President Barack Obama. ic civil rights patriots, Barber that the judge failed to disclose half of Bill Cosby, “but for all received the Adam Clayton Franklin was one of a kind, Jackson told the audience, concluded, “Fannie Lou Ham- after he was assigned the case. citizens who may one day fi nd Powell Award for her “ground- without her the Civil Rights “Our best days are ahead,” mer is not coming back...Mar- The feud stems from a late- themselves in O’Niell’s corrupt breaking accomplishments as movement would have been a and “Let nothing break your tin is not coming back....Mal- 1990s political campaign be- courtroom. This judge must be a legislator at the local and na- bird without wings.” spirit.” Mrs. Jackson offered colm is not coming back....It’s tween Castor and O’Neill in held accountable for his unethi- tional levels.” Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and practical advice that included, our time.” which Castor supposedly engi- cal behavior.” www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 11

PRESERVED Beware of the Taking a knee cares of life for justice

By Pastor Simeon R. Green III By Shewanda Riley you, Who are kept by the power Ghost sent down from heaven; tians than to die in this wilder- Yet, dealing with each of those Special to The Mississippi Link Columnist of God through faith unto salva- which things the angels desire to ness.” emotions (sometimes at the same Jesus said this tion ready to be revealed in the look into.” In Exodus 14:13-14 you can “’Nobody can time) brings me back to a scrip- in Luke 21:34- last time. Wherein ye greatly re- In your possession is a soul read, “And Moses said unto change the past,’” ture that might provide an answer 36, “And take joice, though now for a season, that God has entrusted to you the people, Fear ye not, stand says my mother. on how to deal with these horrible heed to your- if need be, ye are in heaviness to choose which path your soul still, and see the salvation of “’Which is why injustices. James 2:14-17 focuses selves, lest at any through manifold temptations: is going to follow. When your the LORD, which he will shew revolutions ex- on the importance of having an time your hearts That the trial of your faith, being soul leaves your body, it will to you today: for the Egyptians ist,’” I reply” is a active faith. In fact, verse 17 ad- be overcharged much more precious than of gold be all over. God wants you to whom ye have seen today, ye conversation that monishes that “In the same way, with surfeiting, and drunken- that perisheth, though it be tried choose wisely the path you shall see them again no more Alice Walker mentioned having faith by itself, if it is not accom- ness, and cares of this life, and with fi re, might be found unto want your soul to go. He wants forever. The LORD shall fi ght with her mother in her book In panied by action, is dead.” For so that day come upon you un- praise and honour and glory at you to choose the right way, the for you, and ye shall hold your Search of Our Mother’s Garden. example, taking a knee against awares. For as a snare shall it the appearing of Jesus Christ: good way. What you do is your peace.” Though published over 30 years injustice is an action that has en- come on all them that dwell Whom having not seen, ye love; choice, but dear one, if you want Except God had delivered the ago, these words perfectly ex- ergized many. on the face of the whole earth. in whom, though now ye see to see the inside of Heaven, you Hebrew children, they would plain recent protests over social Keith Alton Scott, Philando Watch ye therefore, and pray al- him not, yet believing, ye rejoice must go the way that is laid out not have escaped. God told Mo- justice issues like police brutal- Castile and Terrence Crutcher ways, that ye may be accounted with joy unspeakable and full for you in the Word of God. ses to lift up the rod and stretch ity. are just a few of the names that worthy to escape all these things of glory: Receiving the end of Salvation is the greatest gift his hand over the sea. It still From Colin Kaepernick to represent African-American men that shall come to pass, and to your faith, even the salvation of you will ever be offered. Its takes the rod, which is symbolic multi-city protests against ex- killed for no reason. Unfortu- stand before the Son of man.” your souls. Of which salvation worth is priceless; it cannot be of the Word of God, to bring cessive violence by police, the nately, we must now add Dallas The word overcharged simply the prophets have enquired and measured in dollars and cents. deliverance. When you believe protests are linked together by resident Botham Jean to this list. means “overloaded” or “an ex- searched diligently, who proph- You can reject it, but it is the God’s Word and do accordingly, the unique thread of protest and They represent a shameful truth cessive load.” esied of the grace that should only thing that will bring you He will save you; then you will resistance that connect all of us that the United States is once We possess in our souls that come unto you: Searching what, out of sin. possess the greatest gift ever as Americans. Like Walker ac- again forced to deal with. which the angels know noth- or what manner of time the Spirit Salvation denotes deliverance given to mankind, and that is knowledged, millennials who are After decades of skirting the ing about. First Peter 1:3-12, of Christ which was in them did and preservation. In Exodus, salvation. protesting social oppression and issues, it seems like America is “Blessed be the God and Father signify, when it testifi ed before- Chapter 14, we have a picture Next week, “God works for injustice recognize that change being forced to confront racial in- of our LOR D Jesus Ch rist, which hand the sufferings of Christ, of Israel being delivered out of your good.” comes through revolutionary ac- equality, police brutality, and bla- according to his abundant mer- and the glory that should follow. Egypt. They left Egypt with the Rev. Simeon R. Green III is tion and not just dialogue. tant apathy concerning the deaths cy hath begotten us again unto Unto whom it was revealed, that Egyptians breathing down their pastor of Joynes Road Church of As Christians, rather than of unarmed African Americans. a lively hope by the resurrection not unto themselves, but unto backs, and in front of them lay God, 31 Joynes Road, Hampton sit on the sidelines and critique So what does faith have to do of Jesus Christ from the dead, us they did minister the things, an impossibility, and the people VA 23669. He is a member of the protesters, we should learn from with social justice issues and the To an inheritance incorruptible, which are now reported unto you were fearful. In essence, they National Association of Evange- their passion and energy. Without African-American communi- and undefi led, and that fadeth by them that have preached the said, “It would have been better lism Church of God, Anderson, regard to how it may personally ties? Everything! Faith that doing not away, reserved in heaven for gospel unto you with the Holy for us to have served the Egyp- Ind. impact them, they sacrifi ce for something could possibly change causes in which they believe. the obviously inequitable system I shared portions of this col- is the spark that has inspired the Moving the Masses Toward the Mission of the Master umn last year trying to process protests of athlete activists like diffi cult emotions after the deaths Kaepernick. of unarmed civilians at the hands Faith also is the foundation for of police offi cer. Revisiting this what has historically been the column again after the murder center of the most transforma- of Botham Jean, I realize that tive social justice movements: the the same emotions (shock, disap- African-American church. pointment, anxiety, anger, frus- Faith in action is voting, run- tration and hopelessness) remain. ning for offi ce, changing unfair And with the widespread protests laws and taking a knee of protest 1750 in the NFL after the shamefully of injustice. SUNDAY vile and profane comments by Shewanda Riley is a Dallas, Worship Services www.nhcms.org the current president, I wanted to Texas based author of “Love 10:00 a.m. share this column again. Hangover: Moving From Pain To to be perfectly honest, wad- to Purpose After a Relationship Sunday School 8:45 a.m. ing through each of those emo- Ends.” Email her at preserved- tions and trying to get to a place [email protected] or follow MONDAY of peace remains challenging. her on Twitter @shewanda. 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12 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 www.mississippilink.com Senators Don’t let them break her spirit!

By E. Faye Williams Naomi knew that what happened to have done worse, and were never we should condemn him. Let him Booker and Trice Edney Newswire Serena was not right and through her punished. That’s something we black know that Serena is talented and Two very talented own tears she showed that she rec- women are accustomed to, but I write beautiful and his opinion does not black women went ognized her victory isn’t the victory this message to ask that we not en- even matter. Harris stand out to play a game she had hoped for in the way it came gage in the criticism others are do- Thanks to Billie Jean King and oth- of tennis a few days about. Serena is defi nitely our sister, ing about Serena. What she did was ers, the push-back on Knight’s racist ago. I’m sure each and no matter what, she has proven to normal. Sure, she was upset about the depiction of Serena came immedi- of them looked for- be an awesome sister. She acknowl- call against her. Any one of us would ately, as well as on the matter of the for justice ward to a great game. edged Naomi’s victory, and though have responded the same way she did. harsh penalty given to her by the chief By Marc H. Morial Other than Venus and Serena playing unhappy about how it came about, Let’s protect and defend her legacy umpire. President and CEO each other, we had not had a chance she hugged her and congratulated her. and never allow anyone to destroy On the other hand, certain umpires National Urban League to have two black women play such Serena is still the Queen of Tennis it or the legacy of any black woman are considering a boycott of some of a match. We’d grown accustomed to for those of us who love and admire who is achieving so highly. She is, Serena’s matches. I don’t think that “Gentlemen, I have always been seeing Serena and Venus play each her. As a black woman, I am proud to after all, a 23-time Grand Slam cham- threat will break Serena. Umpires persuaded that the stability and other. It didn’t matter which one won have Serena represent black people so pion! are expected to be non-partisan. This success of the National Govern- because we were proud of both. well on the tennis court. As for that stupid cartoonist who threat alone shows their bias against ment, and consequently the hap- Naomi Osaka is a sister, too and We are blessed to have many black drew the racist image of Serena, put Serena. That’s why I see it as our piness of the People of the United showed her concern for the way Ser- women making us proud. Currently him in the category of #45; he just responsibility to stand up for Serena States, would depend in a consid- ena was treated. She may have Japa- there is Stacey Abrams, candidate for doesn’t know real beauty when he even as we celebrate another young erable degree on the interpretation nese blood, but it’s her black side that governor of Georgia and more. sees it. He knew what he was do- black woman being the victor from and execution of its laws. In my opinion, therefore, the chair umpire, Carlos Ramos, pre- The haters can do their thing in try- ing and no explanation Mark Knight the chaos. it is important that the Judiciary System should vented her from enjoying her victory. ing to belittle Serena, but we celebrate gives is acceptable. One can assume E. Faye Williams, Esq. is National not only be independent in its operations, but as She had won one set, but Serena her for her entire history of bringing he thinks because #45 tries to deni- President of the National Congress of perfect as possible in its formation.” — President was winning when the dastardly act us victories. Say what you will about grate everybody he doesn’t like, he Black Women, Inc. See www.nation- George Washington, From George Washington to occurred. The question is still open her calling out the chair umpire and can do the same. alcongressbw.org – 202 678-6788. the United States Supreme Court, April 3, 1790 as to who would have eventually won throwing down her racquet, she’s Fortunately, people from around She is also host of WPFW 89.3 FM’s After four contentious days of testimony, one had Serena been given a fair chance. still the best. Her male counterparts the world have condemned him and “Wake Up and Stay Woke. thing is absolutely clear from the Senate confi rma- tion hearing for President Donald Trump’s hand- picked Supreme Court nominee: there is no love lost between Senate Democrats and Judge Brett Kavanaugh. The Miseducation of Betsey Devoid Democrats were combative, and in some cases, defi ant, as Kavanaugh’s high-stakes confi rma- By Julianne Malveaux federal government pick up the slack who have to encounter their rapists Under Betsy DeVoid, the staff of tion hearing played out for the American public NNPA News Wire Columnist to see. Trump’s nominee could drastically remake from schools that falsely market or harassers on campus be protected? the Department of Education is down the court, cementing a conservative ideological Even her boss, the themselves as a bridge from poverty Absolutely. 13 percent. Some may see this as a balance that would affect many of the rights and 45th President of the to opportunity? 3- DeVoid has stacked her staff good thing, and every federal agency fundamental liberties many Americans take for United States, is de- Blessedly, a federal judge just with proponents of charter schools can probably stand to be stream- granted for generations to come. risive of Education ruled that DeVoid’s attempts to delay and for-profi t education, which is the lined some. But if the staff reduction Senators Cory Booker of New Jersey and Ka- Secretary Betsey Obama-era regulations to provide equivalent of having the fox guard means less enforcement of important mala Harris of California were particularly force- DeVoid, the Devos students with relief was wrong. The the henhouse. She has done this regulations, then DeVoid will have ful in their exchanges with Kavanaugh – and given woman who is de- Borrower Defense rule, which al- boldly, unapologetically, and with accomplished her purpose, which what’s at stake for our nation – rightfully so. void, absent of good sense. She may lows students who borrowed to at- the blessing of her boss, the 45th seems to be to turn education into an Harris interrupted the opening hearings over the have even been placed in her position tend shady schools to apply for relief, President, who has also been woe- unregulated free-for-all, and a profi t loud objections of Senate Judiciary Committee as payback for whatever support her had been delayed by the Department fully miseducated. It is likely that the opportunity for her family and others Chairman Chuck Grassley, demanding a postpone- wealthy family provided to the cer- of Education, but US District Judge trustees of the University of Pennsyl- who see education as a commodity, ment, especially in light of Republican’s releasing tifi ed public liar of a leader. DeVoid Randolph Moss ruled that the De- vania cringe every time he says that not a service. over 40,000 pages of documents on Kavanaugh’s has used her position to elevate her partment’s actions are “procedur- he went to the Wharton School of I feel that DeVoid has been mise- time in the Bush White House the night before the family’s economic advantage, and ally incorrect.” The lawsuit against Business. ducated, but perhaps she has been start of the hearings. As Harris noted, given the she has used her position to punish DeVoid and the Department of Edu- 4- DeVoid has proposed rolling all too well educated in the ways of time and sheer volume of documents, the confi r- students whose interests are contrary cation was brought by 19 states and back rules on accrediting colleges 45, who promised to disrupt govern- mation process needed to be delayed. But despite to her own. She is a prime example the District of Columbia. Will DeVos and schools, raising concerns that she ment as we know it. With his horrid Harris’ commonsense objection, the Republicans of miseducation, and her tenure has learn her lesson? Probably not. This plans to water down the quality of approach to governing, and his fl ip- decided the show must go on. been an attack on students. Let me is part of her miseducation. education nationally. This is consis- pant disregard for the lives of US Documents became a running theme in the count the ways: 2- DeVoid has weakened regula- tent with her family’s involvement in citizens (witness his crude and in- Democrats’ resistance to Kavanaugh’s nomina- 1- DeVoid has lifted the for-profi t tions around sexual harassment and for-profi t education. To be sure, many accurate comments about deaths in tion. In a break with protocol, Booker released a college that President Barack Obama sexual abuse of students. She feels Historically Black Colleges and Uni- Puerto Rico), 45 has certainly been trove of emails Republicans wanted to keep se- attempted to regulate. She chose to that those who are accused of harass- versities (HBCUs) have run afoul disruptive. And the minion he has cret, arguing that there was no reason for them to minimize the regulations that cur- ment should have more rights than of the accrediting agencies, such as described as “ditsy” has been equally be marked confi dential. Republicans roundly dis- tailed for-profi t college exploitation. they are already offered, and that SACS (the Southern Association of destructive to students and schools at missed Booker’s attempt to shed further light on While the Obama administration the arc of justice should bend away Colleges and Schools), which seem to the Department of Education. Kavanaugh, a potential lifetime appointee to the attempted to make students, who at- from the young women who have be stricter on HBCUs than on other Julianne Malveaux is an author Supreme Court, as “theatrics.” tended for-profi t colleges whole, De- been raped and abused. DeVoid is de- schools, but none in the HBCU com- and economist. Her latest book “Are Whether the questioning was diffi cult, such as Void has erred in favor of the rip-off void of compassion when she raises munity support the DeVoid method We Better Off? Race, Obama and the exchanges between Kavanaugh and Harris on schools. Many for-profi t colleges only the bar for those who accuse fellow of changing accreditation rules. De- Public Policy” is available via www. Robert Mueller or a woman’s right to make her exist because students take out fed- students and colleagues of sexual as- Void is using the Department of Edu- amazon.com for booking, wholesale own healthcare decisions; or the document was eral loans. When these schools fail, sault or harassment. Is there room for cation as a playground for her fam- inquiries or for more info visit www. salient to understanding how Kavanaugh might so do the students. Why shouldn’t the adjudication? Probably. Should those ily’s monied interests. juliannemalveaux.com rule as a Supreme Court justice, such as Booker’s release of an email previously marked confi dential titled, “racial profi ling,” Republicans distilled any attempt by Democrats to provide the American By enforcing climate change denial, public with more information than Republicans were willing to provide down to cheap political posturing. Trump puts us all in peril No matter where you may fall on the motiva- tions of either senator, or any senator on the oppo- By Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. Trump has enforced climate denial in that climate change will be more de- weather events will get more frequent site side of the aisle, there was a concerted effort Founder and President of Washington. stabilizing than terrorism across the and more ferocious. Some suggest it to provide their constituents and their nation with Rainbow PUSH Coalition He has systematically sought to developing world. is too late. The carbon already in the as much information as possible on Kavanaugh, North Carolina repeal even the inadequate steps the DeLong offers one snapshot of the atmosphere will take us beyond the because, ultimately, this nomination has been has been hit with U.S. had taken to begin to address the threat. Two billion poor farmers toil warming levels that the international nothing if not rushed and utterly devoid of mean- a storm of biblical problem. Last year he announced the in the six great river valleys of Asia. community suggested were manage- ingful vetting. ferocity. Florence U.S. was withdrawing from the Paris Their existence is dependent on able. Republicans, who currently have a 51-49 major- has left at least 17 Climate Accord. He’s geared up to the snow melt from the region’s high We are headed into the unman- ity in the Senate and do not require a single vote dead there, 500,000 repeal Obama’s executive orders on plateaus arriving at the right moment ageable. But denial is no answer. from Senate Democrats to confi rm Kavanaugh, without power, with energy, climate and gas mileage. and in the right volume to support the Continuing to do more of the same are sharing as little as possible about Trump’s fl ash fl ooding across the state from He’s opening up more public lands crops on which the billions rely. An- is simple madness. It is not too late nominee. According to CNN, Kavanaugh has “the the coast to the western mountains. to mining and drilling and weaken- other billion depend on the monsoon to make the wholesale cuts needed in lowest level of support for a Supreme Court nomi- Landslides and infectious diseases ing environmental restrictions on arriving at the right time each year. greenhouse gas emissions. nee since Robert Bork, whose nomination was re- are predicted to follow. coal, oil and natural gas, including Now as the planet heats up, the sea Professor Michael Mann of Penn jected by the Senate in 1987.” Rather than worry North Carolina is not alone, of most alarmingly, restrictions on the levels rise, the polar ice caps melt, so State University notes: “It is not go- about shoring up the public’s confi dence in our na- course. We’ve witnessed the devas- release of methane gas from natural too the snow melt will change dra- ing off a cliff; it is like walking out tion’s highest court, Republicans are worried that tation wrought by Katrina in New gas pipes. Web pages with climate matically, as will the monsoons and into a minefi eld. So the argument that the more we know, the less likelier the chance of a Orleans, Hurricane Sandy in New change information have been re- cyclones. The disruption will wreak it is too late to do something would consequence-free Kavanaugh confi rmation. Jersey, Hurricane Harvey in Houston moved or buried at the EPA and the havoc on billions, forcing dramatic be like saying: ‘I’m just going to keep If you are troubled by what hangs in the balance and Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. Interior and Energy departments. migrations to who knows where. walking.’ That would be absurd.” – a woman’s right to choose, a citizen’s constitu- Maria is now estimated to have taken The rest of the world vows to con- The same is predicted as Africa Trump’s chaos presidency is cor- tional right to vote, a consenting couples’ right to 2,975 lives, nearly as many as died tinue to deal with climate change, gets hotter and drier, and desertifi ca- rosive and divisive. His impulsive marry, the limits of executive power, addressing Sept. 11, 2001. but with the wealthiest nation in the tion continues to uproot long settled and uninformed decision-making climate change, and more – call your senators im- As economics historian J. Bradford world scorning the effort, it is certain peoples. The effects are already here, is terrifying. Now on what surely is mediately at 202-224-3121 and tell them that you DeLong summarizes, the four storms to be more inadequate than it already visible in the scorching heat experi- becoming the greatest threat to our expect them to either vote “no” on Kavanaugh, or – all in the past 15 years – are among is. Catastrophic climate change is enced across the country, the fi res in security – indeed human existence, if vote “yes” at grave professional risk. the most damaging in U.S. history. a clear and present threat to our na- the West, the drought in the South and not addressed – he and the Republi- Confi rmation of Kavanaugh to the Supreme No one storm can be attributed to any tional security. the storms in the East. can Congress that aids and abets him, Court would represent a grave subversion of the one cause. But repeated storms of The Pentagon realizes this. It is de- We are seeing climate change with are adding fuel to the fi re. will of the people, and the utter abandonment of greater force are the “predictable re- veloping contingency plans for bases our own eyes. Yes, no one storm or Without vision, the Bible says, the the Senate’s duty to advise and consent. We can- sult” of catastrophic climate change, around the globe that will be threat- heat wave can be directly attributed people perish. Trump’s blind denial not allow such an abuse of power to go unchecked. and they are a mild augury of what ened by rising waters and raging to global warming. But global warm- of the reality around us seems intent is likely to follow. President Donald storms. Its intelligence agencies warn ing guarantees that catastrophic on demonstrating how true that is.

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www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 13 Lacking concussion system, Mississippi Autism conference set athletes in contact for Mississippi College

sports at risk The Mississippi Link Newswire MC graduate from Clinton. Autism impacts one in ev- “Our idea is to truly journey The Mississippi Link Newswire cies and nonprofi ts. To be held at ery 59 children in the United together and learn from one On Fridays during football the Hinds Community College States, reports the Centers for another,” said Cindy Melton, season, many of Mississippi’s Clyde Muse Center in Pearl, it Disease Control. Autism refers dean of the School of Educa- high school teams have an ath- targets athletic trainers, coaches, to a range of conditions char- tion. The conference seeks to letic trainer on the sidelines, or a athletic directors, physicians, acterized by challenges with provide the best services and team physician, or both. physician assistants, psycholo- social skills, repetitive behav- care for children with autism. And many teams have neither. gists, nurse practitioners, nurses, iors, speech and nonverbal be- An estimated 50,000 teens That inequity can mean the physical and occupational thera- havior. with autism become adults. difference between life and pists, and speech and language On October 10, an autism About one-third of people with death for players with a sus- pathologists. conference at Mississippi Col- autism remain nonverbal, re- pected concussion, and not just Reneker and the conference lege will take an in-depth look ports show. on the football fi eld. Athletes in planners have assembled a group into the complex subject. More There are many types of au- all contact sports are prone to of nationally acclaimed sports than two million people in the tism caused by different com- a concussion, a traumatic brain injury experts to bring home the USA suffer from this disorder binations of genetic and envi- injury that’s caused by a blow message of safety, education and that can be diagnosed in chil- ronmental infl uences. to the head or elsewhere on the a system of concussion treat- dren as young as 18-months The topic deeply interests body. ment. They include Dr. Brian old. The MC School of Edu- leaders of the MC School of Although a concussion is re- Hainline, the fi rst chief medical cation-sponsored program will Education. MC offers pro- garded as a mild brain injury, offi cer of the National Colle- attract national experts, thera- grams that assist teachers, in- most often resulting in possible giate Athletics Association and pists, teachers, students and cluding a master’s degree in headache, dizziness and confu- a professor of neurology at In- family members. Registration special education. sion, “there is a great risk for diana University and New York costs $50. Pre-registration is encour- players who are not removed University schools of medicine. “Navigating Autistic Life: Gunter aged. But people can register from play immediately after a Mississippi in 2014 was the Our Journey Together” is the at the conference beginning concussion,” said Dr. Jennifer last state to pass legislation ad- title of the program at Ander- The fi rst annual Haley Rose Madison dentist, made the con- at 7:15 a.m. that Wednesday Reneker, University of Missis- dressing athlete concussion. It son Hall. Dr. Mark Yeager, Gunter Autism conference is ference possible on the Clinton morning. The fi rst session be- sippi Medical Center associate sets out minimum standards for executive director of TEAAM being co-sponsored by Canopy campus. gins at 8:15 a.m. Continuing professor of physical therapy. students in public and private Autism, will serve as the guest Children’s Solutions. Gener- The program will begin when education credits will be pro- “The danger is caused by Sec- schools and advocates concus- speaker. A special education ous donations by Haley Rose’s a parent, Donna Gale Gunter of vided to professionals attend- ond Impact Syndrome, a life- sion education for athletes and professor at William Carey grandfather, former Missis- Madison, discusses the journey ing the sessions. threatening medical emergency parents. The bill requires ath- University, the Mississippian sippi Insurance Commissioner with her daughter, Haley Rose, For more information, con- causing swelling of the brain letes who show symptoms to is the author of the Autism Bill George Dale, and Dale’s son- who has autism. Donna is the tact Shirley Tipton at tipton@ and often resulting in death.” be immediately removed from of Rights. in-law, Dr. Chad Stokes, a daughter of George Dale, an mc.edu or call 601-925-7667. Reneker and her research team a practice or game. That athlete are looking through a health eq- can’t return for the rest of the uity lens to develop a fi rst-ever day, and an appropriate health statewide concussion system care provider must clear an ath- Mississippi Health Advocacy Program and that addresses concussion, from lete to resume play or practice. before a player laces up his It requires parents to sign the shoes to the days and weeks that school’s concussion policy. Mississippi Center for Justice launched a campaign follow a concussion injury. The law, however, doesn’t “Rural areas need equal- require a licensed health pro- ized care so that you get the fessional or athletic trainer to opposing the proposed medicaid work requirement same thing in Indianola as you be present at games. It has no would in Jackson,” Reneker vehicle for enforcement, and it The Mississippi Link Newswire unfairly target the state’s most cording to the report, the only es to enact a work requirement. said. “What is the medical man- says there is no liability for not The Mississippi Health Ad- vulnerable citizens by making Mississippi families that would However, Mississippi is the agement once a concussion is adhering to the law. vocacy Program (MHAP) and health coverage out of reach for be affected by the proposal are only state to apply for a work suspected? How is the decision Coaches have progressively Mississippi Center for Justice families who depend on Medic- those living at 27 percent of requirement that did not also made to return a student to play, gotten on board, said Lee Jen- (MCJ) recently launched a new aid,” said Roy Mitchell, execu- the poverty line or lower. For a expand Medicaid. and who makes it? And what kins, executive director of the public awareness campaign tive director of the Mississippi single parent with one child the “Policymakers should con- happens after a student is initial- Mississippi Brain Injury Asso- called Why Medicaid Works Health Advocacy Program. wage limit to qualify for Med- sider how this will affect fami- ly treated for a concussion? ciation, a conference sponsor. during a press conference at the “The proposal would create a icaid is just $370 a month. If lies and other vulnerable popu- “What we are doing in Missis- Even so, “there’s a lot of room Mississippi State Capitol. Catch-22 in which even enroll- this parent manages to meet the lations in our state,” said Linda sippi is not equal to what’s going for improvement” in the culture, The goal of the effort is to ed- ees who managed to comply requirement, they would only Dixon-Rigsby, health law di- on in other states.” Jenkins said. “You’re always ucate Mississippians about the with the requirement could still earn $580 a month for a mini- rector at Mississippi Center for UMMC is one of just 10 aca- going to have some players who proposed Medicaid Workforce lose coverage because working mum wage job causing them to Justice. “The Why Medicaid demic health centers nationally will try to play through concus- Training Initiative and the po- 20 hours a week at minimum have too much income to quali- Works campaign will provide chosen for an inaugural program sion or any other injury.” tentially detrimental impact the wage would raise their income fy for Medicaid. the tools and resources Missis- sponsored by the Association A medical emergency that re- proposal could have on public above the level to qualify for People in these low-wage sippians need to be informed of American Medical Colleges. sulted in the August 24 death of health in Mississippi. The pro- Medicaid.” jobs are unlikely to have the and stand up for the health of The centers have been chal- a Byhalia High football player posal would require Medicaid MHAP and MCJ also joined fi nancial stability to afford pri- our state.” lenged to identify a community raised questions about required enrollees to work at least 20 the Georgetown University vate insurance. To learn more about the pro- population health concern and protocols for injury or illness hours per week or participate Health Policy Institute’s Center Last year, the Mississippi Di- posed Mississippi Medicaid address it with a focus on health during a game. Although con- in an approved work activity to for Children and Families to re- vision of Medicaid joined nine work requirement and the Why equity. “We are working toward cussion has not been cited as receive or maintain health cov- lease a report about the poten- other states that submitted ap- Medicaid Works campaign, vis- a long-term impact in develop- a factor in his death, there was erage. tially harmful effects of a work plications to the Centers for it www.whymedicaid.works. ment of an equitable (by sex and no certifi ed trainer or medical “A work requirement would requirement in Mississippi. Ac- Medicare and Medicaid Servic- region) statewide contact sport professional present on the side- concussion prevention system lines. for athletes ages 12-18 in Mis- “This has got to be a wake-up sissippi,” Reneker said call,” Jenkins said. “We can’t Statement from Sandra Shelson, executive director, It’s a labor of love for Renek- penalize the kids who are liv- er, and one that won’t be easy. ing in rural areas. We need to An improved culture of safety fi nd a way to have a medical The Partnership for a Healthy Mississippi, regarding also is needed to potentially save professional on the fi eld in all lives. districts. The coaches love these “People have to know what kids. They don’t want them to the FDA actions against e-cigarettes fl avors they’re seeing. A lot of health get hurt.” care provider education doesn’t Just as there is widespread ed- “Usage of e-cigarettes, vaping the gateway to cigarette use and size that e-cigarettes and other on youth, used by big tobacco include concussion,” Reneker ucation for recognizing signs of devices and Juul in Mississippi are appealing to our children Electronic Nicotine Delivery companies prior to the tobacco said. “Kids have to be encour- stroke, the same should be true is rising at an alarming rate espe- because of the more than 7,000 Systems contain nicotine, a drug settlement. aged to tell the truth about get- for those who witness a player cially with our youth. available fl avors. Because of that has been proven to be more The Partnership for a Healthy ting hurt, and they need to feel showing signs of concussion The Mississippi high school e- this, we applaud the action of the addictive than heroine or co- Mississippi also supports and that they won’t be penalized for after a hard hit, Reneker said. cigarette rate has increased from Federal Food & Drug Admin- caine.” encourages local communities saying they feel bad.” “The question is whether the 1.2 percent in 2010 to 10.3 per- istration for ordering Juul Labs “The marketing tactics, as to pass ordinances restricting the And, parents and coaches need signs and symptoms are actually cent in 2016 and an even higher and four other makers of popular well as the manufacturing of the usage of e-cigarettes in all pub- to respect the healthcare profes- recognized, and if appropriate rate of trying the products is at vaping devices to prove they can fl avors of the products, by the e- lic places and also for continued sionals best trained to evaluate action is taken. The conference 26.9 percent, which is in line keep these products away from cigarette manufacturers are mir- studies of these products.” player injuries. “Medical pro- will provide best evidence and with the national trend. minors within 60 days. roring the manipulative adver- Contact: Sandra Shelson viders need to feel confi dent and practice to a wide range of peo- E-cigarettes are becoming Many reports fail to empha- tising, especially those focused 601.927-8545 supported when they make a dif- ple across the state to improve fi cult decision about removing a our concussion prevention and kid from a high-stakes game,” management.” she said. “The goal of developing a “We don’t have the organiza- statewide system for concussion tion now to affect the culture isn’t to keep kids from being GET YOUR CURRENT NEWS AND WATCH AP VIDEOS ONLINE AT: that’s been there for 50 years,” physically active in a competi- she said. “We don’t have an idea tive sport they love,” Reneker at all of how many concussions said. “It’s to keep them safe are suffered in this state. We while they’re playing.” have no data at all.” “Mississippi has a fantastic Those needs will be in the opportunity to do something spotlight Sept. 26 at the Heads here that hasn’t been done be- Up Mississippi Concussion Con- fore,” she said. “I say we take www.mississippilink.com ference sponsored by UMMC what Mississippi is great at, and and a number of external agen- then use it to our advantage.” CLASSIFIED

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Notice of Sale REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR A LEGAL NOTICE Abandoned Vehicle REAL ESTATE PROPERTY BROKERAGE REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE ART CENTER OF MISSISSIPPI ADA RENOVATIONS, Notice of Sale is hereby given in accordance with the Mississippi Statutes BY THE JACKSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT CITY PROJECT NO. 17B7003.701 governing the sale of abandoned motor vehicles that the following vehicle AUTHORITY will be sold for repair and storage charges and for cost of this sale. PROJECT NO. 7000-005-18 The City of Jackson intends to employ an Architectural/Engineering (A/E) September 12, 2018 consulting fi rm for ADA Renovations at the Art Center of Mississippi, 201 2013 Chry 200 East Pascagoula St., Jackson, MS. Renovations to include approximately VIN #1C3CCBBB8DN684579 The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (“JMAA”) requests Proposals 485 sq ft of reworking restrooms on fi rst fl oor for better ADA compliance and Registered to Thomas James (“Proposal”) for a Real Estate Property Brokerage Service to (i) to provide approximately 140 sq ft on the second fl oor to create an accessible path.. Chryler Capital, Lien Holder commercial real estate brokerage and advisory services and (ii) to oversee Statement of Qualifi cations will be accepted by the City Clerk of the City JMAA’s efforts to secure developers for JAN with emphasis on the East of Jackson, Mississippi, until 3:30 p.m., Tuesday October 23, 2018. The Date of Sale: September 26, 2018 Metro Corridor property and Hawkins Field property. proposed contract will include complete Architectual/Engineering services Place of Sale: Archie Towing Services; required for this renovation. 6700 Medgar Evers Blvd., Jackson, MS 39213 JMAA will receive Proposals at the offi ces of JMAA, Suite 300, Main Ter- minal Building, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, 100 Offi cial bid Documents can be downloaded from Central Bidding at www. Sellers reserve the right to bid on the above property and to reject any and International Drive, Jackson, Mississippi 39208, until 3:00 p.m. Central centralbidding.com. Electronic bids and/or reverse auction bids can be sub- all bids. Time: 10:00 A.M. Standard Time on October 11, 2018 (the “Deadline”). mitted at www.centralbidding.com. For any questions relating to the elec- tronic bidding process, please call Central Bidding at 225-810-4814. 9/6/2018, 9/13/2018, 09/20/18 JMAA will not consider any Proposals received after the Deadline for any reason whatsoever. Information for Respondents relating to this Request Architectural/Engineering (A/E) fi rms interested in providing these services for Proposals (“RFP”) is on fi le and open for public inspection at the offi ces may so indicate by furnishing the City of Jackson seven (7) copies of a LEGAL of JMAA. The Information for Respondents contains a copy of the RFP, Statement of Qualifi cation, which should consist of the following: General Information for Respondents, Information Required from Respon- dents and Criteria for Selection. Interested persons may obtain a copy of • A cover letter specifying the complete project name, ART CENTER OF Notice of Sale the Information for Respondents from JMAA by contacting Ms. Robin Byrd, MISSISSIPPI ADA RENOVATIONS, CITY PROJECT, No. 17B7003.701, the Abandoned Vehicle JMAA’s Procurement Manager, as follows: name of the project manager, and the location and address of the offi ce to be assigned the majority of the work. Notice of Sale is hereby given in accordance with the Mississippi Statutes Jackson Municipal Airport Authority • A resume for each principal member, the project manager, and employee(s) governing the sale of abandoned motor vehicles that the following vehicle 100 International Drive, Suite 300 (39208) of the fi rm anticipated to be assigned to the project including consulting en- will be sold for repair and storage charges and for cost of this sale. Post Offi ce Box 98109 gineers. Also, provide an organizational chart and list each person’s experi- Jackson, Mississippi 39298-8109 ence and qualifi cations, including proof that the Project Manager is licensed 2009 Chev E15 Attention: Robin Byrd, Procurement Manager as a Mississippi Professional Architect/Engineer and that the fi rm has met VIN #1GCFG154591167307 Telephone No.: (601) 360-8616 state licensure and certifi cation requirements. Include a business recovery Douglas Express Inc. Facsimile No.: (601) 939-3713 plan in the event of a disaster. Bank Plus, Lien Holder E-Mail: [email protected] • Knowledge of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) procure- ment processes, Section 3 requirements, certifi ed payroll, Davis-Bacon Act; Date of Sale: September 26, 2018 or from JMAA’s website at https://jmaa.com/corporate/partner-with-us/pro- and other reporting requirements of CDBG funded projects. Place of Sale: Archie Towing Services; curement/ • A description of similar type work completed during the past fi ve (5) years 6700 Medgar Evers Blvd., Jackson, MS 39213 which qualifi es the consultant for this work; the cost and schedule comple- Based on the Proposals received, JMAA will select a maximum of three tion (or actual completion) of this work with project owners reference contact Sellers reserve the right to bid on the above property and to reject any and (3) Respondents with whom to enter into negotiations to provide the Ser- information. all bids. Time: 10:00 A.M. vices. JMAA will initiate negotiations with the Respondent ranked fi rst on • In addition to the information requested above complete Part II of the the list. If such negotiations fail to produce an agreement in form and con- Standard Form (SF) 330, Architect-Engineer Qualifi cations. This Form can 9/6/2018, 9/13/2018, 09/20/18 tent, satisfactory to JMAA, within a reasonable period of time, then JMAA be obtained at (http://www.gsa.gov/portal/forms/download/116486). may reject the fi rst-ranked Respondent and follow the same process with the other Respondents, in the order of their ranking, until a Respondent The City will evaluate the Statements of Qualifi cation based on the following LEGAL agrees to and enters into an agreement satisfactory to JMAA. factors listed in their relative order of importance:

JMAA will not hold a Pre-Submission • Experience of the fi rm in performing specifi c services and experience in Notice of Sale preparing architectural/engineering design and construction projects fund- Abandoned Vehicle JMAA reserves the right to: (1) reject any and all Proposals, for any rea- ed by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). son, any time before execution of a contract with a Respondent selected • Qualifi cations and experience of staff and consultants to be assigned to Notice of Sale is hereby given in accordance with the Mississippi Statutes by JMAA to perform the Services. the project based on requested scope of services. governing the sale of abandoned motor vehicles that the following vehicle • Size of the fi rm’s professional and technical staff with respect to the ser- will be sold for repair and storage charges and for cost of this sale. JMAA has established a DBE participation goal of 30% for the Services vices required. solicited by this RFP. • Resume of the fi rm’s current and completed projects of a similar nature. 2012 Niss Alt • Local presence of the fi rm within the Jackson Metro Area. VIN #1N4AL2APOCN508548 JACKSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY • Equal Business Opportunity participation plan submitted with the State- Registered to Nickles Tionna or Terrell Trin ment of Qualifi cation package. Credit Acceptance Corp. , Lien Holder 9/13/2018 9/20/2018 The City reserves the right to select one (1) consultant or select a short list of Date of Sale: September 26, 2018 consultants from whom more information will be required. The City reserves Place of Sale: Archie Towing Services; the right to reject any and all Statements of Qualifi cation, discontinue Con- 6700 Medgar Evers Blvd., Jackson, MS 39213 tract execution, and/or request additional information with any party at any time prior to fi nal Contract execution. For any Statement of Qualifi cation Sellers reserve the right to bid on the above property and to reject any and questions, contact Lloyd Keller, Jr. at 601-960-1657, [email protected]. all bids. Time: 10:00 A.M. ms.us.

9/6/2018, 9/13/2018, 09/20/18 The City of Jackson is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in public contracting. It is the policy of the City of Jackson to promote full and equal business opportunity for all persons doing business with the City. As a pre-condition to selection, each proposer shall submit a completed and signed Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan with the proposal sub- mission, in accordance with the provisions of the City of Jackson’s Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Executive Order. Failure to comply with the City’s Executive Order shall disqualify a proposer from being awarded an eligible contract. For more information on the City of Jackson’s Equal Busi- ness Opportunity Program, please contact the Division of Equal Business Opportunity at 601-960-1856. Copies of the City of Jackson’s Executive Order, EBO Plan Applications, and a copy of the program are available at the following location: 200 South President Street, Room 223, Jackson, Mississippi; or can be accessed on City of Jackson’s Equal Business Op- portunity webpage.

The City of Jackson hereby notifi es all proposers that in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4, that all proposers will be afforded full opportunity to submit propos- als in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the Office grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex, in consideration for an award. The City of Jackson, Mississippi is committed to cultivating and ensuring the quality of life of its citizens, through various programs, employment, initia- tives, and assistance. The City of Jackson encourages all persons, corpora- tions, and/or entities doing business within the City of Jackson, as well as those who seek to contract with the City of Jackson on various projects and/ or conduct business in Jackson to assist the City of Jackson in achieving its goal by strongly considering city of Jackson residents for employment opportunities. Space Robert K. Miller Vanessa Henderson Director Public Works Deputy Director Housing & Community Development for Rent 9/20/2018, 09/27/18

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The City of Jackson, Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking assistance from management fi rms or individuals desiring to provide professional management JACKSON SPORTS MEDICINE VOWELL’S MARKET PLACE services at a City of Jackson facility, known as Jackson Zoological Park, located at BULLY’S RESTAURANT Fortifi cation and I-55 5777 Terry Road 2918 West Capitol Street, Jackson, Mississippi. Professional management fi rms or individuals that may be interested in contracting with the City of Jackson for such 3118 Livingston Road MURPHY USA CITY HALL services are hereby invited to submit a response to this request in accordance with CASH & CARRY 6394 Ridgewood Rd (North Jackson) Terry Road the requirements set forth herein. Capitol Street and Monument Street REVELL ACE HARDWARE CLINTON Sealed Professional Management Service packets will be received by the City Clerk CITY HALL Terry Rd (South Jackson) of Jackson, Mississippi, at 219 S. President Street, Jackson, Mississippi 39201 or DOLLAR GENERAL 219 S President St WALGREENS at the Post Offi ce Box 17, Jackson, Mississippi 39205, until 3:30 p.m., local time, 807 Berkshire St - Clinton, MS November 13, 2018. GARRETT OFFICE COMPLEX 380 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave TERRY The bid advertises August 29, 2018 through November 1, 2018; however, bids will be 2659 Livingston Road CANTON accepted, and are to be stamped by the City Clerk, prior to the November 13, 2018, DOLLAR GENERAL SERVICE STATION 3:30 p.m. deadline. Bid Opening Date: November 13, 2018. A & I 3957 Northview Dr (North Jackson) 716 Roby Street - Canton, MS at Exit 78 This Request For Professional Management Services is also being posted on the DOLLAR GENERAL CITY HALL Central Bidding website at: https://www.centralauctionhouse.com/main.php. You B & B may submit your bids electronically through this provider. Packets may also be se- 2030 N Siwell Rd 702 West North Street - Canton, MS West Cunningham Avenue cured from the Department of Parks and Recreation, 1000 Metro Center, Suite 104, DOLLAR GENERAL Jackson, Mississippi, 39209, telephone number (601) 960-0471. BOUTIQUE STORE RAYMOND 4331 Highway 80W 3355 North Liberty - Canton, MS HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on September 5, 2018, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 DOLLAR GENERAL p.m., local time, in the City of Jackson Metro Conference Room, located at 1000 BULLY’S STORE WELCOME CENTER 5990 Medgar Evers Blvd Metro Center, Suite 104, Jackson, MS 39209. All interested parties are encouraged Church Street - Canton, MS 505 E. Main Street to attend. DOLLAR GENERAL COMMUNITY MART SUNFLOWER GROCERY 1214 Capitol St (Downtown Jackson) Professional Management Service packets shall be submitted in triplicate, sealed 743 Ruby Street - Canton, MS 122 Old Port Gibson Street, and deposited with the City of Jackson’s City Clerk prior to the hour and date des- DOLLAR GENERAL ignated above. Each bidder shall write its certifi cate of responsibility number on the FRYER LANE GROCERY Raymond, MS 304 Briarwood Dr outside of the sealed envelope containing its proposal. Martin Luther King Drive - Canton, MS LOVE FOOD MART DOLLAR GENERAL HAMLIN FLORAL DESIGN The City of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all Professional Management 2855 McDowell Rd 120 E. Main Street, Service packets and to waive any and all informalities. 285 Peace Street - Canton, MS Raymond, MS DOLLAR GENERAL JOE’S SANDWICH & GROCERY Ison B. Harris, Jr., Director 104 Terry Rd RAYMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY Department of Parks and Recreation 507 Church Street - Canton, MS 126 W. Court Street, Raymond, MS JJ MOBIL K & K ONE STOP Dr. Robert Blaine, Chief Administrative Northside Drive and Flagg Chapel RAYMOND CITY HALL Offi cer (CAO) 110 West Fulton Street - Canton, MS 110 Courtyard Square, Raymond Offi ce of the Mayor LIBERTY BANK AND TRUST LACY’S INSURANCE RAYMOND COURTHOUSE 8/30/2018, 9/6/2018, 9/13/2018, 9/20/2018, 9/27/2018, 2325 Livingston Rd. 421 Peace Street - Canton, MS 10/4/2018, 10/11/2018, 10/18/2018, 10/25/2018, 11/1/2018 MCDADE’S MARKET SOUL SET BARBER SHOP UTICA Northside Drive 257 Peace Street - Canton, MS HUBBARD’S TRUCK STOP LEGAL MCDADE’S MARKET #2 TRAILER PARK GROCERY Mississippi Hwy 18 653 Duling Avenue 22 Westside Drive - Canton, MS PITT STOP REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR A PICADILLY CAFETERIA CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR 101 Hwy 18 & 27 AUDITING SERVICES Jackson Medical Mall BYRAM BOLTON BY THE JACKSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY 350 W Woodrow Wilson Avenue DOLLAR GENERAL PROJECT NO. 8100-010-18 BOLTON LIBRARY SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 SHELL FOOD MART 125 Swinging Bridge Dr. 5492 Watkins Drive BOLTON CITY HALL The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (“JMAA”) requests Proposals (“Proposal”) HAVIOR’S AUTO CARE for a Certifi ed Public Accounting Firm to conduct fi nancial audits of the JMAA fi nan- 5495 I-55 South Frontage Road cial statements, audits of fi xed assets, assist the DBE Program Offi ce with personal net worth reviews of applicants for DBE certifi cation, and provide consulting services on an as-needed basis.

JMAA will receive Proposals at the offi ces of JMAA, Suite 300, Main Terminal Build- ing, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, 100 International Drive, Jack- son, Mississippi 39208, until 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on October 4, 2018 (the “Deadline”).

JMAA will not consider any Proposals received after the Deadline for any reason whatsoever. Information for Respondents relating to this Request for Proposals (“RFP”) is on fi le and open for public inspection at the offi ces of JMAA. The Informa- tion for Respondents contains a copy of the RFP, General Information for Respon- dents, Information Required from Respondents and Criteria for Selection. Interested persons may obtain a copy of the Information for Respondents from JMAA by con- tacting Ms. Robin Byrd, JMAA’s Procurement Manager, as follows: Classes / Training Medical Supplies Services-Financial AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Get FAA ATTENTION DIABETICS! Get Your OVER $10K IN DEBT? Be debt free in Jackson Municipal Airport Authority 100 International Drive, Suite 300 (39208) approved hands on Aviation training. Diabetic Testing Supplies at Little to No 24 to 48 months. No upfront fees to Post Offi ce Box 98109 Financial aid for qualified students. 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16 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 www.mississippilink.com IN MEMORIAM Lepolian Gentry Charles Edward October 22, 1937 - September 9, 2018 Kelley sity of Mississippi. Recognitions/Awards: Principal of the Year at Blackburn Middle School, Jackson State University July 25, 1932 - September 13, 2018 (JSU) National Alumnus of the Year, MS NAACP Freedom Award, Proclamation from the City of high school education in the Jackson Public Jackson for Academic Excellence at Blackburn School System. He enlisted in the United Middle School, Resolution from Hinds County States Army during the Korean Confl ict Board of Supervisors and numerous other plaques and was honorably discharged. Upon re- and commendations. turning from active duty, he continued his Organizations/Affi liations: Life member of JSU education by enrolling in Jackson College, National Alumni Association, JSU One Thou- now Jackson State University, where he re- sand Dollar Club, president of JSU Jackson/Hinds ceived a Bachelor’s Degree in science and Alumni Association, president of the Board of Di- physical education. rectors of Hinds County Education Credit Union, He fi rmly believed in the saying, “To vice-chairman of the Board of Trustees and Sun- teach is to touch a life forever.” He touched day School Teacher at Cade Chapel Baptist Church, the lives of a myriad of students as basket- member, Board of Directors of the Metropolitan ball coach at Campbell College in Jackson, YMCA and treasurer of the JSU National Alumni and while teaching at Camden High School, Association for twenty-three (23) years. Taylorsville High School, Bolton Middle Gentry Career Tenure (places and lengths of time): (1) School and Clinton Junior High School. Starkville Public School District, Starkville, MS - Deacon Kelley adhered to the biblical Lepolian Gentry was born to the union of Coy served as a teacher (1959-1963) and principal (1963- principle of Proverbs 18:22, “He who fi nds and Beatrice McCord Gentry October 22, 1937 in 1968) at Ward Middle School; (2) Jackson Public a wife fi ndeth a good thing,” and on No- Noxapater, Mississippi. At an early age, he accepted School District, Jackson, MS - served as assistant Kelly vember 26, 1958, he married his sweetheart Christ as his Lord and Savior in joining Mt. Pleas- principal at Powell Middle School (1968-1969) and Mildred Delores Burney. They became the ant #2 Missionary Baptist Church. He later joined principal at Blackburn Middle School (1969-1991); A very signifi cant birth occurred July parents of one son, and they would have Cade Chapel Missionary Baptist Church as he mi- (3) Piney Woods School, Piney Woods, MS - served 25, 1932, in Jackson, Mississippi, as God celebrated 60 years of marital bliss in No- grated to Jackson, MS. He peacefully departed this as dean of students (1991-1998) and principal (1998- blessed John and Mary Kelley with their vember. life September 9, 2018 at St. Dominic Hospital in 1999); (4) Hinds County Court, Jackson, MS -served second precious boy. He was affectionately He was a longtime member of Kappa Jackson, MS. as deputy court clerk (1999-2016). named Charles Edward Kelley. Charles was Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., the Salt and Pep- Lepolian met Etherlene Hatten in 1957 while at- Lepolian was preceded in death by his parents, a diamond that sparkled in the eyes of his per Men’s Club and the L. K. Atwood Elks tending Jackson State University. They later mar- his son, Lepolian Ricardo, and his brother, Arthur. fi ve sisters and big brother. Lodge #518. ried and have remained married for 61 years. They Persons whom he leaves to treasure his memories Charles confessed his faith in Christ at an He was predeceased by his parents; broth- became the proud parents of two sons, Lepolian Ri- are his wife, Etherlene; son, Rev. Jerome Gentry early age and joined Third Temple Church er John H. Kelley Jr., and sisters Alfanette cardo “Ricky” Gentry (deceased) and the Rev. Je- (Julie) of Bartlett, TN; grandchildren, Deanna Gen- of Christ Holiness USA, where he served K. Holloway, Audrey K. Cockrell, Lillian rome Gentry. One of Lepolian’s greatest love was try of Jackson, MS and Mia Gentry of Brandon, as assistant superintendent, youth leader, K. Stewart and Ethel K. Penquite. gardening. He was also an avid sports fan and a MS; siblings, Jerry Gentry Sr. (Juanita) of Pearland, usher and choir president. Following in the The last grain of sand in Deacon Kelley’s strong fi nancial supporter of Jackson State Univer- TX, Ruth Williams (Luther) of Long Beach, CA, footsteps of his father, he later joined Col- hourglass of life fell September 13, 2018. sity. Coy D. Gentry (Vonnie) of Jackson, MS, O11ie V. lege Hill Missionary Baptist Church, where He leaves to cherish his legacy and Schools Attended: Hathorn Elementary, Noxapa- Gentry (Hazel) of Madison, MS, Dr. Ruben Gen- he was a much loved member of the Dea- memory wife Mildred Burney Kelley; son ter Vocational High, Jackson State University (B.S. try (Dr. Dorothy) of Madison, MS, Dr. Roosevelt cons Ministry, Outreach Ministry and Sun- Gregory Charles Kelley of Miami, Florida; in Elementary Education, Tuskegee University Gentry (Eula) of Jackson, MS, Charles Gentry (Dr. day School. grandson Gregory Charles Kelley Jr. of Mi- (Master’s in Educational Leadership) and Postgrad- LaVeme) of Clinton, MS, and Lenary Ellis (Harvey) Education was one of the keys to a suc- ami, Florida; sister Aretta K. Smith of Jack- uate Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Eau of Clinton, MS; and a host of other relatives and cessful and prosperous life, according to son, Mississippi; and many nieces, neph- Claire, Mississippi State University and the Univer- friends. Charles. He completed his elementary and ews, cousins and friends.

Cosby Continued from page 1 Cosby’s sentencing phase is set to begin Monday in the same court- against Cosby. to HBCUs and has lent his impressive art collection to the Smithson- house in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania where the trial took place. Many in the media repeatedly noted the absence of A-listers support- ian museums. Cosby also has regularly sat on boards and anonymously Sentencing will be carried out by the presiding judge, Judge Steven T. ing Cosby at trial. Only the Black Press reported that it was Cosby him- provided assistance to Black Americans. O’Neill. self that asked many of his famous friends and supporters to stay away Cosby, who vigorously maintains his innocence and believes he’s Despite clear confl icts of interest, O’Neill has repeatedly refused to from the courthouse because he didn’t want their careers impacted by kept his promise to Wyatt about walking through the valley of shame, recuse himself and is seen by many as conspiring with the prosecutor to the emerging and powerful #MeToo movement. faces as many as 30 years in prison when he’s sentenced. convict the comedian. Supporters note that Cosby has always been available for causes af- “This is the sound and fury signifying the lynching of a legacy,” a As for coverage of the trial by the Black press, Chavis’ earlier edict, fecting minorities. He has given more than $200 million in donations courthouse source said. which is supported by NNPA National Chairman Dorothy R. Leavell, has been strongly maintained through objective reporting and editing. Through the reporting of the Black Press, jury nullifi cation was ex- posed. In Pittsburgh, prior to the fi rst trial, Cosby attorney Brian McMonagle fi rst raised the issue of unfairness when prosecutor Kevin Steele and his assistants openly declined African Americans for the jury. They even investigated potential black jurors. Jurors cannot not be excluded on the basis of race or gender, and McMonagle said that prosecutors had used challenges to remove two black women while accepting white jurors who gave similar answers to questions. The potential juror, an African-American woman who had retired from the police force, appeared ripe for selection until Steele objected. He contended that his investigation found that the woman had been fi red from her job with the police force for falsifying records. However, that was just a small part of her story. Steele knew at the time, but failed to disclose, that the offi cer had contested the charges against her with the department and won. She was accused of punching another offi cer’s timecard, was found innocent of the charges and sued the department, receiving a large settlement and retired without a blemish on her record. “We believe it is of paramount importance we seat a diverse jury,” McMonagle said. Rev. Jesse Jackson also expressed reservations. “The jury may de- termine the outcome even before coming to court,” Jackson said at the time. “Our history includes the killers of Emmett Till and Medgar Evers; a jury set those killers free. There’s a court bias and African-Americans don’t have access to the jury pool [like whites],” Jackson said. During jury selection in Cosby’s fi rst trial, prosecutors nixed potential black jurors without cause and Judge Steven T. O’Neill allowed a white juror to be seated despite his proclaiming, “Cosby is guilty, we can all go home.” The comment was heard by others, including many who gave sworn testimony to the fact, but O’Neill ignored them. Additionally, two assistant district attorneys made racially-insensitive remarks during jury selection, which O’Neill also ignored, including Assistant District Attorney Kristen Feden who, after one black juror was seated and Cosby’s teams tried to select another African American, fl ippantly said, “You already got your one [black] juror, be happy.” When the Black Press explained to Steele why that was offensive, the prosecutor simply said, “Thank you.” After the verdicts in April, a juror told Good Morning America that it was the deposition that sealed the case against Cosby. Throughout the trial, the Black Press called out the misrepresenta- tions of mainstream media, many of whom conferred only with the Dis- trict Attorney’s Spokeswoman, Kate Delano, prior to writing hit pieces www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 17 FILM REVIEW: LOVE, GILDA REVEALING RETROSPECTIVE REVISITS LIFE AND TIMES OF SNL’S GILDA RADNER

By Kam Williams Roseanne Roseannadanna, Emily Litella discovered audiotapes. The reverential gender, I decided to be funny about what I York She insightfully describes each SNL Columnist and Baba Wawa (aka Barbara Walters), retrospective also features archival foot- didn’t have.“ she explains. episode as “an opening night of an under- Gilda Radner (1946-1989) was best to name a few. Sadly, her career would be age of performances, as well as wistful She majored in theater at the University rehearsed Broadway play.” known as an original cast member of Sat- aborted by a diagnosis of ovarian cancer reminiscences by her brother, Michael, of Michigan and dropped out not to kick- Overall, a fond tribute to a much-be- urday Night Live. In fact, she was the very which would claim her life at the age of and colleagues like Chevy Chase and start her career, but to follow her sculp- loved comedy icon. fi rst of the “Not Ready for Prime Time 42. Laraine Newman. tor boyfriend to Canada. She did join To- Excellent (4 stars) Players” hired back in 1975 by the show’s Love, Gilda marks the directorial debut The engaging biopic unfolds chrono- ronto’s Second City comedy troupe there, Unrated creator/producer, Lorne Michaels. of Lisa Dapolito who paints a poignant logically, with Gilda refl ecting upon how comparing improv to a circus performer’s Running time: 88 minutes She soon skyrocketed to superstardom portrait of the late comedienne, mostly she developed an interest in comedy at working without a net. Production Studio: 3 Faces Films / on the strength of sketches where she in her own words, via a combination of an early age while growing up in Detroit. Gilda eventually landed her big break Motto Pictures played such unforgettable characters as diary entries, home movies and recently “Because I’m not a perfect example of my on NBC’s groundbreaking show in New Studio: Magnolia Pictures Kam’s Kapsules Weekly previews that make choosing a fi lm fun

By Kam Williams Berenger) who talks his BFF pher famous for capturing the Columnist (Keith David) into joining him cultural and political upheaval For movies opening Septem- on a cross-country motorcycle of the Sixties and Seventies. ber 21, 2018 trip from New York to the West Love, Gilda (Unrated) Novel Wide Releases Coast. Supporting cast includes retrospective offering an inti- Fahrenheit 11/9 (R for pro- Bruce Dern, Gina Gershon and mate look at the life and times fanity and disturbing material Penelope Ann Miller. of original Saturday Night Live and images) Michael Moore Assassination Nation (R cast member Gilda Radner mockumentary takes a humor- for disturbing violence, gore, (1946-1989) in her own words, ous and thought-provoking look pervasive profanity, menac- via her diaries, home movies at the 2016 election and the ing, and teen drug and alcohol and recently discovered audio- presidency of Donald Trump. use) Suspense thriller set in tapes, along with archival foot- The House with a Clock Salem, Massachusetts where age and interviews with friends in Its Walls (PG for sorcery, a high school senior (Odessa and colleagues. Featuring mature themes, action, scary Young) and her friends turn on commentary by Chevy Chase, images, rude humor and mild each other after an anonymous Laraine Newman and Lorne epithets) Adaptation of John hacker starts posting details of Michaels. Bellairs’ sci-fi fantasy about a their private lives. With Suki The Sisters Brothers (R for young orphan (Owen Vaccaro) Waterhouse, Anika Noni Rose, profanity, violence, disturb- who enters a world of magic Joel McHale, Maude Apatow ing images and some sexual- after being sent to live with his and Bella Thorne. ity) Western comedy based on warlock uncle (Jack Black). Colette (R for sexuality and Patrick DeWitt’s best seller, set With Cate Blanchett, Lorenza nudity) Keira Knightley por- in Oregon in the 1850s, about Izzo and Colleen Camp. trays the title character in this a gold prospector (Riz Ahmed) Life Itself (R for profanity, biopic about Sidonie-Gabri- being chased across the desert sexual references, violent im- elle Colette (1873-1954), the by a couple of notorious as- ages and brief drug use) Ro- French feminist and novelist sassins (John C. Reilly and mance drama chronicling a best known for Gigi, which Joaquin Phoenix). With Jake couple’s (Oscar Isaac and Ol- was adapted to the screen as the Gyllenhaal, Rutger Hauer and ivia Wilde) relationship from classic musical which won 9 Carol Kane. college to marriage to the birth Oscars, including Best Picture. Tea with the Dames (Un- of their fi rst child. Ensemble Cast includes Dominic West, rated) Revealing documen- cast includes Annette Bening, Denise Gough and Eleanor tary shot over the course of a Samuel L. Jackson, Antonio Tomlinson. weekend in retreat the country Banderas and Mandy Patinkin. Garry Winogrand: All shared by four legendary Brit- Independent and Foreign Things Are Photographable ish actresses who have been Films (Unrated) Reverential retro- friends for over a half-century: American Dresser (Un- spective of the career of Garry Dames Judi Dench, Maggie rated) Buddy adventure about Winogrand (1928-1984), seren- Smith, Eileen Atkins and Joan a grieving widower (Tom dipitous, NYC street photogra- Plowright. 18 • THE MISSISSIPPI LINK SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 www.mississippilink.com BOOK REVIEW: “WASHINGTON BLACK” BYESI EDUGYAN C.2018, KNOPF $26.95 / HIGHER IN CANADA • 352 PAGES

By Terri Schlichenmeyer ing them to a sort of heaven for to the Plantation house one warm So, though he was yards away and it works. In “Washington Until you read this book, it Columnist slaves. Wash was just a boy, Barbadian evening. from the Plantation house and Black,” it works phenomenally may seem so but Edugyan leaves You need to get out of here. maybe 10 or 11 years old, when Nothing good could come could never entirely relax, Wash well. enough room in this story to de- You don’t know where. You she explained that no-more- from it – but there did: that settled into a new life. He learned That’s the biggest surprise: light his readers, move them, and just have to go to another room, options plan but she never fol- was the night when Christopher and watched, absorbing science the H.G. Wells hint that’s here, make everything fi t just as they’d maybe, or another building, an- lowed through, perhaps because “Titch” Wilde, Erasmus’s broth- and nature. He worked on Titch’s and how much it doesn’t make want it. There’s violence in here, other town, across the world. she was promised by a white er, declared that Wash would fl ying machine and felt a strong this book into science fi ction. yes, but there’s also a cliffhanger You need to get out of here but, man that mutilated corpses had be the right-sized assistant for friendship with the abolitionist Instead, “Washington Black” be- within, an enchanting romance, as in the new novel “ Washing- no afterlife. his fl ying machine, which Titch scientist. He listened to Titch’s comes an early Victorian adven- and a coming-of-age maturation ton Black” by Esi Edugyan, be It was 1829 and from then was building at the edge of the stories and began to dream of ture-drama told with the quiet, you’ll be glad you’ve witnessed. careful, and mindful that you forward, Wash avoided all white plantation. He insisted that Wash impossible things. And when proper voice of the title charac- Don’t miss this wide novel. don’t run away from yourself. men at Faith Plantation, especial- come to live with him in the gar- Wash was the unwilling witness ter explaining how he got from Don’t, but do be prepared for a Big Kit was going to kill him. ly Erasmus Wilde, the new mas- den cottage and, without telling to something horrible, he trusted a slave plantation in Barbados to book hangover, since “Washing- That, as George Washing- ter whose cruelty knew no limits. Erasmus, he insisted that Wash his odd friend, and fl ew… Virginia to the Arctic and around ton Black” will stick with you ton Black understood, was her Wilde was a man to steer clear of, learn to read. He gave Wash You may be scratching your the world. awhile. If that’s the kind of tale way of protecting him forever: but Wash couldn’t escape when drawing materials, and encour- head now about pre-Civil War That sounds far-fetched, you cherish, here’s the one to she’d kill him and herself, send- he and Big Kit were summoned aged his talents. years and fl ying machines. Yes, doesn’t it? get.

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www.mississippilink.com SEPTEMBER 20 - 26, 2018 THE MISSISSIPPI LINK • 19 Recent alum’s graduate research selected for national journalism, mass comm conference

By Rachel James-Terry So I grew up around music complete- jsumsnews.com ly,” she says. “Literally, from the time Jewell Davis, a recent graduate I wake up until the time I go to sleep, of JSU, says she was “shocked and I listen to music all day. Even when I blessed” to have her research selected was writing this paper, I was listening for presentation at the 2018 Associa- to music.” tion for Education in Journalism and Davis also expresses that music is Mass Communications Conference the universal language. If an individual (AEJMC) in Washington D.C. this past can’t speak a particular language, they August. can still understand it by feeling the Davis, who received her master’s in beats, the rhythm and the count. “That’s mass communication in May, wrote what connects people across the world. a thesis titled “Music Use and Genre That’s how I feel,” she explains. Choice as Coping Strategies for Emo- For future research, Davis says she tions” and her advisor, Dr. Li Jing would like to explore online music ac- Chang, encouraged her to submit it to cessibility, and the effect internet ac- the national conference. Since it was cess has on people’s music selections. her very fi rst conference submission, The graduate would also like to study the graduate student was elated upon how music infl uences the way people learning she was chosen as a presenter. grow up and their environment. “I just thank the Lord,” she says, Davis adds that if it was not for Dr. with laughter in her voice. Chang’s encouragement she might Chang, also an associate professor have missed her moment on a national in the Department of Journalism and platform. She also extends thanks to Media Studies at JSU, could not be her alma mater for the opportunity and reached for comment. the leadership of Dr. Elayne Hayes- Davis explains that she wanted to Anthony, chair of the Department of turn her love of music into something Journalism and Media Studies. that students and professors can use in- Attending the conference, Davis defi nitely. Employing a survey method, says, has given her a fresh perspective. she discovered that respondents used Jewell Davis (r), JSU alum, who was selected to present her graduate research at the Association for Education in Journalism and “No matter what your circumstances music frequently to help cope with Mass Communications Conference is pictured with Dr. Li-jing Arthur Chang (l), assistant professor at JSU; and Dr. Kelly Kaufhold (c) are, no matter the college or state that stress, deal with issues or concerns and of Texas State University who served as session moderator. PHOTO SPECIAL TO JSU you come from, don’t be afraid to take express their emotions. a chance.” “Additional results showed that rock, choices to create a new feeling. “When you know your research, and 2.) Marketing benefi ts – data can be The AEJMC is a nonprofi t, educa- country, and pop music are the top At the conference, approximately your passion and my passion is music, used to illicit buying moods; and tional association of journalism and three genre choices that people use to 30 researchers presented their fi nd- it’s like the words, research and data 3.) Genre-emotion link – Yielded mass communication educators, stu- cope with specifi c emotions and mood ings and Davis shares that she had the naturally fl ow,” Davis responds, when fascinating data after testing ten genres dents and media professionals. The maintenance,” Davis says. “And people chance to engage with professors, stu- asked if she caught a case of the nerves. of music for possible impact on emo- association’s mission is to advance use music more frequently to maintain dents, fellow presenters and conference The alum then explains that her re- tions. education, foster scholarly research, their current mood.” participants from across the nation. search also provides the following The inspiration for her thesis stems cultivate better professional practice For instance, she explains, if some- Each presenter was given four min- takeaways: from her childhood where, at the age and promote the free fl ow of commu- one is in a melancholy mood, his or her utes to summarize their work before 1.) Health benefi ts – fi ndings can be of 5, she learned to play the piano from nication. Each year, in a predetermined music will refl ect the same, and they break-out sessions allowed for one-on- used to help patients cope with their her grandmother. “And my dad and my location, the group hosts the four-day rarely attempt to change their music one Q&A. emotions; two uncles had their own musical band. conference. Hinds County School District Weekly Update ENGAGING-EMPOWERING-ENSURING-EXCELLENCE

Board recognizes Donald Brown as Superintendent meets with Student Advisory Council Bus Driver of the Month for August The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) held its fi rst fall meeting with Super- intendent Martin Friday, September 14, at Terry and Raymond High school. The SSAC is Sharon Harris, designed to provide input and guidance for policy and procedural matters of the Hinds County Director of Human School District. Dr. Martin stated that as a vital stakeholder, student involvement is a corner- Resources; Donald stone of public education and working together, students and schools can make a difference. Brown, Bus Driver for The SSAC will meet with the superintendent to discuss key issues and policies that directly UEMS; and Robbie impact students. Students are asked to provide feedback, suggestions, ideals, comments, Anderson, Board etc. during and/or after the meetings via surveys or written responses. member

Superintendent Martin also stated that each member of the council is expected to work for the betterment of all students in the Hinds County School District regardless of gender, race, disability and/or migrant status.

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