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Volume XI, Number XXXIX " W (' ' i li '^^ ii If a s ' '/V e e k: f y Taper of Choice'' 8«ptonibtr 2&-October Z 2002 SERVING PLANO, DALLAS, RICHARDSON, GARLAND, ALLEN, MCKINNEY AND MESQUITE McKinney's St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church Celebrates Its Pastor's 19th Year of Faithful Leadership By: Monica Thornton lifted the roof off the church with On the Homefront Members of St. Mark their individual styles of praising Another year has passed, and Missionary Baptist Church in God in song and music. And with here is the State Fair of Texas once McKinney are thankful to God for the touch of the music group 'The again. This year's theme is 'The World their Pastor, Reverend Charles S. Posse', anyone who missed this cel in Motion'.The fair runs from Friday Wattley, a man they celebrated on ebration missed a musical blessing September 27 through Oaober 20, Sunday September 22, 2002, as filled with God's presence. with the opening day parade at noon being totally submitted lo doing Sister Albertinc Glaude of St. on Friday 27, dtwniown Dallas. For a things God's way. Mark gave opening remarks, saying schedule of daily events visit Family, friends, and spiiitual to Pastor Wattley, "I thank God for w\i-w.biBtes,com mentors gathered together for a cel having a Pastor like you." She said ebration worship service and lunch God's people have been instructed TTie 7ih Annual Sounds of eon, in honor of Pastor Wattley's to rejoice, from the book of Class on the UTD Campus, Saturday 19th Anniversary of being shepherd Deuteronomy to the book of Luke. Mr. and Mrs. l^rry Jaguars. Mr. Jaguars is September 28, features music, a fam of the church. They came together "We gadier to celebrate baby ily festival and a fireworks fmale. with singing, dancing, praise music showers, promotions, commemora Collin Caunty's \AACP President Children's carniv'al and live music and laughter. They came together to tions, over the hill parties, but this 5.30 - 7:30 p.m.. Pops Music by the read the Word of God, and they Sunday, our season of celebration Richardson Symphony Orchestra came together to acknowledge goes to our Pastor," she said. NAACP Q&A 8:00 - 9:15 p.m. Free admission. Pastor Wattley's faithful leadership. "Pastor, you epitomize Ephesians 4: Sponsored by The City of TTie choirs of St. Mark, visiting Out'St Speaker Richardson, UT Dallas. The campus churches St. James and Mt- Pisgah, Pastor Cecil Smith See St. Marks page 2 Jaguors Speaks Out can be reached from W. Campbell By Belinda G. Alexander and it's Plano-McKinney area Road in Richardson. For more infor What does KAACP mean to once enjoyed a vibrate branch of mation call 972.883.6259, or visit Collin County cotnmumties? aciivit>' through strong NAACP www.soundsofclass.org. During this Independence membership. The membership The City of Allen Demonstrates Holiday, American citizens have and once strong voice of the peo Saturday, September 28, The more reason than ever to obser\'e ple seems to have faded where Piano Si'mphony Orchestra Opening and celebrate the values founded membership once flourished. Night at The Kisemann Center, Excellence in the Purchasing Division in the great USA. These ideas of In an effort to revive and reac Richardson, at 8:15pm.The PSO cel freedom, prosperity and justice are tivate pro-activism, the NAACP ebrates its 20:h year, and is joined by By; Felicia Coleman ember 2000. Department. In 1989,1 was recruit called out in the Constitution. North Texas chapter is working to the Piano Civic Chorus and Laurie As Purchasing Agent for the What tj-pe nf work have yini (iftnc ed by the City of Piano and served This time of celebration also regain responsible members, and Gayle Stephenson, Steve Amerson, Cit>' of Allen, Texas, Herbert Miller, as Purchasing Supervisor for appears to hi- urmmpanied by lo that unify neighborhoods of aad Blake DaviJ&on. Feacuiint ihc Jr., CPPO, CPPB, CCA is responsi approJiimatcly S years. During niy times of U'l: onomic cri color toward growdi and prospeniy songs of Puccini. Bizet, Kodgers & ble for the procurement of items employment with the City of Piano sis, racism an^ ^ ^lowing threat to 53 year-old Larry Jagours is Hammersiein, Lerncr & Loewe, required to operate and maintain we established a small, minority and basic American civil liberdes. As the current president of Collin Andrew Lloyd Webber. For tickets the cit>-. smart and responsible citizens, Count\-'s NAACP He said, "In coniaci the Symphony at 972-473- woman-owned business program Americans have rights and respon order to grow, we need a renewal 7262. Through competitive bids/pro that was very successful. I was posals, the purchasing division is recruited by the Dallas Forth Worth sibilities that can enable and of membership with emphasis on insure ever>' indi^'idual enjoys the The links, Inc., Uniied Negro responsible for procuring the items International Airport Board (DFW) the importance of young people in promise and lives the dream. the Piano and surrounding area. College Fund, and Boys and Girls required at the best value, optimum in 1997. I served as Purchasing Clubs of Collin County host a 2002 An undesirable truth in the Today, more than ever, there is a delivery, and total overall quality to Manager at DPX^ for 3 years. great USA tradition is the higher need for community to unite in Walk For Education, Saturday meet the requirement of the requisi Currently, I am Purchasing September 28, at Ferris Pla^a Park, incidence and occurrence for per action and ownership." tioning departments. Manager for the city of Allen, Texas 400 S. Housion Street (.at Voung), secution and prosecution of A recent conversation, in In 2001, the City of Allen Dallas. Registration begins 7:30a.m., one of the fastest growing and pro African Americans and 'people of which Mr. Jagours shared a plan of color' in during times of tension. walk begins at 9:00 a.m. - 5K Purchasing Division was awarded the gressive suburban cities in the 'inter-action' and update on proj For this reason-more than ever Waikathon, 1 mile Kiddie VCalk, Achievement of Excellence in Pro metroplex. During my many years ects for the area NAACP, went as before, the time is right to stand follows: College Fair hosted by DMCBA.\, curement by the National Institute. of assisting local, small, minorit}' MON-The Gazette inieniewed Cit\' and women owned businesses on up for cverj' American citizen's Alexander: When did you first and food, fun and entertainment. basic rights. The NAACP has Registration: S25, S5 lor the Kiddie Manager Herbert Miller, Jr. become interested in the NAACP? how to conduct business with gov always offered a base of recourse ^alk. For more mformation call 972- How long ha^e you been Manager ernment agencies the small business Mr. Jagours: In 1986, I met prcWously? and a place of resource in the pur Mr. R.G. Cofileld who was with 234-1007, or 972-263-4114. Of Purchasing in the cit>' of Allen? bug hit me in 2001. My wife and 1 1 began my public purchasing suit of equality, education and jus the McKinney NAACP branch. Love & Logic Institute - Friday, Since December 2000. I was career with the City of University formed a corporation and started a tice for those citizens and neigh This was the first strong branch of October 4, 7:00pm-9:00pm, and charged with establishing a central Park in 1983. In 1987,1 took a posi small business. We are owners of a borhoods often overlooked. the association for Collin County. Saturday, October 5, 9:00am- ized purchasing office by the Citj' tion with the University of North The NAACP, National I admired and respected Mr. 3:00pm, ai the Piano Centre, Spring Mana^, Mr. Peter N'argas in Dec Texas Housing and Residence Life See City of Alien page 4 Association for the Advancement CofTield style of leadership. Creek and Jupiter Roads. The Love of Colored People, is the oldest Alexander; What do you and Logic Institute provides parents -* Civil Rights Organization in the remember about your NAACP in with lips and techniques that make United States of America. This earlier days? parenting fun and effective, instead of association has a history of sup- Mr. Jagours: At one time each stressful and chaotic. Cost 890. Fur Thornton House Plans pon, strength, pride and activism city had an active branch - but more information or to register con in communities of color. Growing they became dysfunctional and tact: Thi; Love & Logic institute, Inc. communiries like Collin County at 1-800-338-4065 or visit www.love- Coming Together to Give the See Jaguors page 8 andlogic.com. The Cottonwood Arts Festival, Project a Firm Foundation October 5 and 6, at Cottonwood Park, Bcltline and Coil Roads, By; Monica Thornton possible sites for the house than idea as to the needs of the muse Richard^ion. Exhibiting the nation's Over the past five months, first suggested (the site originally um, but every museum is differ finest arts, and this year is including a members of the Steering looked at is at Avenue I and 12th ent." Performing Arts Stage, featuring Committee for the Thornton Street), but an annex may have to Mr. Williams said Evans and Richardson's Repertory Company House project have met with be built onto the house to accom Associates have helped coordi Theatre. Admission is free local companies and each other modate the vision that the nate the project, simplifying the to bring together the necessar\' Steering Committee has. Ron schedule and identifying areas BmemdAnuTkniMuAt) expertise to form a firm founda Williams, Committee Chair and that need urgent attention. And ippemd in Sepumhtt, IH2 ^m fatr- tion to move the project forward. owner of the Thornton House, as the house has to be moved tn; lb MM tlui Ik C%> D^Ddbi 6iMd said an architect has already from its present site at Ave H and pn^ou/W ten mpraimi, fovnf At And at a recent Steering tanfofcuHtnaiM of Ae tl! f>^K INSIDE Committee meeting, members drawn up plans for an annex, and 13th Street in Piano before the SavikMuCultmiCttett.nMibi sought a way to solidify plans not Engineers and Architects, Evans end of November, he said it is only for moving the house, but and Associates are looking at the critical that everyone comes On the Homefront 1 more importantly, for how the plans for feasibility. together and does what they say house will be used once moved. But in order for any plans to they will do. South Dallas Cultural Community Spotlight ..2 Already in the works are grant be feasible and be approved, the Mr, Marx added that his applications, the mission state committee determined that local company has already met with Center struggle revisited Editorials ^ ment for the project and the and counties entities such as the City of Piano and DART to By Sanford A. Sims The City of Dallas Park and name for the house. Piano Independent School discuss alternate sites for the La Vida News Staff Recreation Department to Inspiration . • - • As the project has progressed District, The Piano Public house to be moved to and they "That building is going to build the South Dallas Cultural so has the vision for the purpose Library and the Cit>' of Piano be are in the process of conducting look good — really good," Center, located on the north of the house. What started out as contacted to discuss ways they soil tests at different sites. But he Artist Thornton told staff east corner of Fitzhugh Avenue On the Move ' a possibility for a historic African could fit such an idea into their said to tie the pieces of the proj writer for The Dallas Morning and Robert B. CuUum American house museum has individual curriculums. ect together it was imperative that News, Debra Martine way Boulevard, near Fair Park. Strategy .-• *^ grown into the potential for a "We need to let people know a Board of Directors js formed, back in 1982. "Getting that From the beginning of museum set up with a kitch how we can use the facility to and potential positions within the center was a long struggle) but their time together (35 years), NAACy Consent Form . .8 enette, a classroom, librarv*, and help other programs," said Bob museum be identified. when it's built, Black artists in Artist and Elaine Thornton the hopes of attracting national Marx of Evans and Associates. This was something all the Dallas will finally have a place have always possessed a love Art & Entertainment .. .9 and international exhibits reflect "We need an outline and propos committee members were pas to call their own." and deep concern for the arts. ing the diversit>' of the world, and al to present to different entities, sionate about, and they agreed Thursday, September 26, Hoflywood Star Search ..9 each cultures contributions. and we need to establish a pro that they have an immediate need 2002 marks the 20th anniver This in itself has brought gramming committee to let the of a Board, a Director, and the sary of the announcement by See South Dallas page 6 .10 about further issues. Not only is entities and the committee know identifying of staffing and volun- Around die Tows the committee looking at other each others needs. We have an See Update page 4 6 1 0 0 A V e n u K • Suite 105 Piano, TX 75074
)> Ml wmm St. Marks be, doing what I'm supposed to do." And under Pastor Wattley's from Page 1 leadership this can happen, as mem U-12*, and for that Pastor, we cel bers of the church said Pastor ebrate you." Wattiey pushes them to go higher She also thanked him for push and higher, and gives them the ing the congregation to develop fur opportunities to grow in their tal ther, saying his sermons inspire ents. them and build them up "until we "He pushes us to go beyond actually feel as if we could soar on ourselves," said Special Events the wings of eagles." Coordinator, Gail Hogan. "He's an And for a special thank you, inspirational leader. He's been an Sister Glaude's nine-year-old inspiration to my life and my girls. daughter, Toshira, performed a He's a God send." praise and celebration dance. Cynthia Allen, owner of cater Echoing Sister Glaude's senti ing company Sweet Tooth, agreed ment, Minister Faggett said Pastor with Ms. Hogan, saying they were Wattiey is a visionary. both able to use their gifts for the "I've watched him these last 15 celebration, Ms. Hogan by bringing years, and I've seen how God has everything together for the day, and really used him," said Minister herself by catering the event. Faggett. Sylvia Devers, Church Delivering the sermon was Administrator, said Pastor Wattiey Pastor Cecil Smith of Mount Pisgah was a driving force in her recogniz Baptist Church in Dallas. Pastor ing her gift to work with children. Smith, who has pastored for 30 She said she then got her degree and years, has been a mentor to Pastor now teaches math and writing in Wattiey. Pastor Smith's wife, Joyce, Piano Independent School District. said they have known Watriey for "He's a ftiend, a wonderful about 12 years, and that he spiritual leader," Ms. Devers added. preached their 30th Anniversary Church member Deborah Dill celebration. was born and raised in the church, "We care so much for him, my saying, "this is my home church." iWtor Charles Wattiey with his escort, Praise Dance Tribute done by Sister Alice Kelly husband has been a mentor to him," She said she is blessed to have MissJaUeen Thomas Toshira Glaude said Mrs. Smith. "He's loving and Pastor Wattiey as her Pastor. giving, and he makes my husband "He's impacted the church in a feel good." great way, he's brought a lot of min Even though this was a celebra istries into the church," Ms. Dill tion, Pastor Smith didn't let the said. congregation off with a soft sermon. Brothers Paul and Kenny Rather, he challenged the congrega Hardin both attend St. Mark's. Paul tion to not just sit and watch Pastor has been a member for a year and a Wattiey and let him carry the load, half, and is the bass player in the but to help him carry out his vision music ministry. He said he's enjoy for the church. ing every minute of being associated "Seek first the kingdom of with the church. heaven. It ought to get out of your "I enjoy it so much I drive 100 head and into your heart, and into miles a week to be here as I live in your body, and then you can Terrell," Paul Hardin said. become a witness," said Pastor His brother, Kermy, said Pastor Smith. "The church needs bona fide Wattiey is a pastor that has a vision, witnesses. You do need wimesses, and believes deeply in what he's try you want St. Mark's to keep growing" ing to achieve. Not only do the Pastor Smith said people brothers enjoy attending at St. watched Christ when he was cruci Mark's, but also Keimy's nine-year- fied, to see if he was going to do old daughter said she also enjoys the what he said he would - to rise up in children's ministry. three days. And to Pastor Wattiey, he One ministry that Pastor said that the congregation watches Wattiey brought into the church is him to see if he is doing the things the Single's Ministry. Sister Alice he said he would. But he admon Kelly helps coordinate the Single's ished them to stop watching the Ministry. She said it focuses on Pastor, and start watching Jesus. Biblical teaching and fellowship for "Every time you watch Jesus, the single members. Ms. Kelly you get a little more joy in your stressed that it is not designed for heart. So instead of watching the singles to find a dating partner, but preacher, watch God, there's noth rather to grow in God and be with ing better than watching the King of people of like mind. Kings," said Pastor Smith. "People here come into the sin Deacon Stan and Sister gle's ministry looking for people Earnestine Driskell thanked Pastor who are living the same way they Smith for the message, thanked are, it's all about Biblical teaching," P*M4>T 'WtaCtley for readtdg and she said. -^ j-. "> , " • •• LOOK NO FURTHER!. teaching.thc'word of God., ,1 :t..,-,,,» ,, [, jMinistep-ttenderson. lias been a "We implore you to continue to member of. the church for nine stand on the word of God, no mat years, two years as a Deacon, and HGBBY LOBBY ter how hard headed we get. We four years as a minister. He is cur Store Management thank God for allowing you to be rently the Assistant Director to the our pastor. We love you very dearly," Sunday School, and is teaching a Opportunities Deacon Driskell said. program called 'Ten Steps to This love was demonstrated as Christian Maturity'', which he said is Hobby Lobby is a gifts were presented to Pastor a Bible study dealing with Biblical leader in the Arts & teaching (putting the Word into Wattiey from parishioners and from Crafts industry with his ministry team. Joking, hugging practice), rather than doctoral and laughing, the congregation at leaching. over 280 stores St. Mark's openly expressed their Minister Henderson said the located in 24 states. love for their pastor. And in turn, church has seen tremendous growth Pastor Wattiey expressed his love under the leadership of Pastor Try Your Luck, and appreciation for his congrega Wattiey. When they started, he said Candidates must tion and ministerial staff. they had the seating capacity, but "St. Mark's, you don't know not enough people to fill the space. have previous Retail how my soul bubbles over with all Now, he said, they have to continue store management Before These Get Away! to expand to acconunodate every that you do," said Pastor Wattiey. experience in: Before adjourning to the lunch one. eon prepared especially for the cele "God has blessed the church," Supermarket chain, Craft bration, Pastor Wattiey thanked his Henderson said. "Under the leader chain, Mass merchant. mother, father and brother for being ship of Pastor Wattiey we've had Drug chain or there for him, and continued to great growth. It's a big family." thank his congregation for their Si. Mark Missionary Baptist Building supply chain. cooperation over the years. He Church is located at the corner of implored them to catch the vision to Wilcox and McDonald Streets in grow in God and reach others with McKirmey. For more information re Qualified candidates must His word. garding the church and its programs apply online at: "God has a time and a pur please call 972-542-6178, or visit: www.hobbvlobbv.com pose," he said. "If you catch the w;ww.stmarkmissionary^aol.com. Gomif27S{$2) vision I will be where I'm meant to 9s In A Une OouUe Unky Number Cash Reward 'OmrfOa^QitliBlil 'OwnlOMimlttlil THE PREPARINO EACH STUDENT FOR HEH UNIQUE DESTINATION. X RED FAMILY OPEN HOUSE FOR o LOWIR SCHOOL lUNTMY, UCTOStR IJ . 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THE MOCKADAY SCHOOL ADMITS STUOENTS OF ANY BACC, COtOH, ANO NATJONAt. On CTMNIC ORIOIN, AND 13 COMMirreD IQ IHE EWODILMENI OF A WIDELV DIVEBSC JTUDENI BODY. ®1S2 W loDvy CoHHiin. Page 2 ' September 26-October 2,2002 • The Gazette Editorial -^ Inspiration THE TRUTH CLINIC You and Yourself By Unkown A Possible Shell Game for Black Farmers It is rewarding to find someone whom you like, but it is essential to like yourself.
By: James W. Breedlove crimination and financial lending attorneys for the farmers reached It is quickening to recognize someone as a good and decent human being, but it is Last week Agriculture policies that ostracized black a tenuous out-of-court settle indispensable to view yourself as acceptable. Secretary Ann M. Veneman framers from government assis ment. The agreement called for It is a delight to discover people who are worthy of respect, admiration, and love, but announced additional initiatives tance programs. In a report forgiveness of the plaintiffs' gov it; is vital to believe yourself deserving of these things. to strengthen programs aimed at released by the Farmers Home ernment debts and a one-time serving minority and disadvan Administration (FmHA) in tax-free 550,000 disbursement to For you cannot live in someone else. You cannot find yourself in someone else. You can taged farmers as part of the 1997, 91.4 percent of the farm each farmer. not be given a life by someone else. Of all the people you will know in a Ufetime, you are Department of Agriculture's loans went to white farmers while The historic Pigford versus the only one you will never leave nor lose. ongoing efforts to address dis only 2.3 percent to black farmers. Glickman settlement was pro crimination concerns of black In February 1997, former claimed by the media as a major To the question of your life, you are the only answer. To the problems of your life, you farmers. The question: Is it real Agriculture Secretary Dan civil rights victory which would are the only solution. or is it Memorex? Glickman validated case after atone for past injustices to black Racial discrimination ag case that revealed the dismal farmers. Uistead, it has turned ainst black farmers is not new. record of racial discrimination, out to be a treacherous night Strategy Their plight is documented from neglect, and abuses by the mare. Tens of thousands of black the Emancipation in 1865, when United State Department of farmers were encouraged to file under authority of the Agriculture (USDA). liquidation claims, then told by DALLAS COMMUNITY Confiscation Act of 1861, The Civil Rights Comm claims adjusters that their claims General William Sherman issued ission, which studied the problem were denied and the discrimina Special Field Order 15, granting in the 1980s, said that black tion which they alleged did not DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP to each freedman possessory farmers wait far longer for loan occur. titles to forty-acre homesteads on decisions, and are more likely to Continued advocacy and PLEDGES $2.5 MILLION TO the Georgia and South Carolina be rejected for loans than their legal action led by the Black coasts. This should have been the white counterparts. USDA inves Farmers and Agriculturalists ADDRESS WORKFORCE foundation of economic freedom tigators found that white farmers Association has resulted in the for black farmers, but after a topically waited 84 days for loan current initiatives announced by promising start, it mrned. out to decisions, while black farmers' Secretary Veneman. They HOUSING NEEDS IN DALLAS be a nightmare. average wait was 222 days, only include increasing USDA efforts Initially, there was an to be rejected at a rate three rimes to stop and reverse the decline in increase in black land ownership that of whites. Over the years, black farm ownership; to ensure with blacks holding three million black farmers have protested and that the fiill range of farm loan acres in 1875. This rose to eight demonstrated against this egre and benefit programs are avail million acres in 1890 and 12 mil gious discrimination. able to minority farmers; fair and lion in 1900. The peak year of In 1990 the first lawsuit was timely action on loan applica black land ownership was 1910 filed against the federal govern tions; expanded technical assis when blacks owned an estimated ment on behalf of black farmers. tance; diversity training for all 15 million acres, with 175,000 However, the legal effort floun employees; suspending foreclo farms fully owned, 43,000 par dered when plaintiffs attempted sure and administrative offset tially owned, and 670,000 share to add substance to the lawsuit actions for borrowers with pend cropped. by making it into a class action ing discrimination claims; expe ' In 1920 fourteen percent of suit. dited resolution of pending all farms were African American. Finally, in 1997 the Timothy claims; and establishing an Office By, 1950, black land ownership Pigford versus Glickman class of the Assistant Secretary for had declined to 12 million acres, action lawsuit was filed, with over Civil Rights. and in 1969 it was down 54 per 1,000 black farmers participat The cards are now on the cent to 5.5 million acres. ing. The suit charged that racist table, but extreme diligence is Between 1982 and 1992, the practices of USDA lending agen still required. Detrimental number of black farmers in the cies had materially harmed black sleight of hand has been perpe United States dropped from farmers. They sought S3 billion trated on black farmers in the 33,250 to 18,816. By 1999, less in compensation. The case cov past by the government. It must than 18,000 African American ered claims from 1983—the year not happen again. farmers, out of a total 1.9 million the department's office of civil L to R:Jon Edmonds, Foundation for Community Empowerment; Phillip Williams, Vice President ofBuchner; U.S. farmers, owned less than 1 rights was disbanded and thou James W. Breedlove Doug Hutt, Bank of America; Albert Martin, Fannie Mae Foundation; Don Williams, Foundation for million acres. sands of records lost or Comments or opinions may Community Empowerment and Chairman Enterittis, TrammeU Crow Co. destroyed—to 1997, the year This dramatic loss of black- be sent to the writer at Foundation for Community organized the Parmership that addiuonal 20,000-30,000 units owned farmland was the result of after the office was restored. In j aydubub@swbell. net January 1999, the USDA and Empowerment, Fannie Mae has already raised S2.5 miUion of affordable workforce housing. a combination of historical dis Foundation and The Enterprise to support this effort. The Bank "As other cities have shown," Foundauon lead the effort with of America Foundation, along Williams said, "nonprofit CDCa 12 other local organizations par with the Hoblitzelle Foundation, are the most effective organiza- Tobi Hicks Experience at MON-The Gazette ticipating Washington Mutual uons to begin the process of DALLAS (September 19, Foundation, JP Morgan Chase, neighborhood revitalization and By:TobiHicks^ 2002), - The future otfit 'and TXU, Bank One, Northern to build fit and affordable work amo *afford^4 ilvorkforiie hoiijirtg iti Trust, Guaranty Bank, Wells force housing." The Partnership writing for MON-The Gazette as writing for MON-The Gazette. Dallas changed dramatically Fargo, The Dallas p'oundation. will provide selected CDCs with a staff WTiter, and I was assigned Having the opportunity' to gel real today as fifteen local corpora Compass Bank, and Bank of operating support and training to write for the following four sec world experience has enhanced tions and foundations gathered Texas, have made multi-year during the next three years as they begin to produce the hous tions of the paper: "On The my skills, and will help me to announce and celebrate a new pledges. partnership. The Dallas ing that Dallas needs. Homefront," "Wellness," "Ethnic become a better journafist. "Tliis is the right initiative at Community Development Notes," and "Around the Town." During my tenure at the paper I the right time," noted Doug Affordable housing, accord Anicles I especially enjoyed writ have had the opportunity to see Partnership proposes to Hutt, Bank of America's head of ing to a Fannie Mae Foundation ing were "Garland's Star the entire process of bringing a strengthen local community private bank and private client study conducted by HartATeeter, Spangled Fourth 2002', 'The paper to press. My time at development corporations services for Dallas and Fort is a much more important issue Piano Children's Worid Learning MON-The Gazette has been a (CDCs) and community hous Worth. "We made the decision to the American public than pre to contribute immediately." Centers Annual Puttin' on the great experience. I have enjoyed ing development organizations viously understood. The study found that 41 percent of work Hits', 'Jamaican activist Marcus each and every moment. I feel I (CHDOs) as they buUd fit and The City of Dallas Mayor's ing Americans believe the lack of Mosiah Gar\-ey', 'The Piano Com have been given a great opportu affordable workforce housing for Task Force on Affordable affordable housing is a very or munity Forum GolfTournament', nity to learn and share my writing the Dallas community. Housing, chaired by Don and 'Madame C. J. Walker, boss, Thurman Jones, have made The Foundation for WiUiams, founder of FCE and fairly big problem. The survey, with others. For that I am grate conducted May-June 2002, Pioneer and Industrialist'. ful. My fellow employees and my time at MON-The Gazette Community Empowerment chairman emeritus of the one I will never forget. (FCE), Fannie Mae Foundation Trammel! Crow Company, esti and The Enterprise Foundation mated that Dallas needs an See Dallas Community page 7 On The Move fe^The Gaaeette Z0D2 ^MIonij WViMT " A .• r ( /i -I' 1 I I a f - M' r r K I y -r ^ A- fmp lUnlg^ Award SIHVINGPIAMO. OAtlAS. RICHAROSON. GAUIANO AtLlN MCKINNf Y AND MFSOUIIH 6100 Avenue K, Suite 105 • Piano, Texas 75074 Called to minister to those in need ftfrifinnniT faUtat Advisory Board; t^annao Emerinni Thurman R. Jones John Dudley WtllieWatdey By Lakeesha Joe says. "There were things that hap Jim Bochum StaffWriters John Hightower CoVii Rodriguez- If you want to be motivated, pened in my life that caused me to Felicid Coleman Afjnfe Highuxxr Anderson inspired, mentored, ministered to, feel sorry for myself and I was hurt EuMshsr Tdbavia (Tobi) Hicks Fred Moses B.J.Vrmiams or even taught to read, you may over those things, but I had to take Thurman R.Jones Bmiufy ^mes Annie Dickson Barbara Simpkins, want to have a chat with one of personal responsibility in order to Officy Munflgfr Jacqueline hny WilHams Cecii Storks Dallas' Outstanding Volunteers. change my life." Ben Thomas Marilyn Giles, who was C>7ithia Elliot Contrihutiny Writers At her speaking engagements, named one of Dallas' Outstanding Monica Thonam Advisory Board Committees; workshops, retreats, etc., Giles, Yife President National S^f,^ apj Volunteers, is the owner of Christ Lakeeshajoe Public RcUnons Program Policy through her knowledge of the word Belinda AkxamUr Fhnning and Da'ilopment and Common Sense, which is a of God, helps her audiences see Michael T. Caesar non-denominational Christian that life can be awesome when you ShaunaBemii Impkmetitaiion Annie Dickson, Cecil Starks, CKURPUISOV activities consulting service that gales Department PhotQgraphv CRMRPEKSOS lind a way to conquer personal has offered teaching preaching and Billy R. Parnell Shauna Benoil issues, obstacles and excuses and Business Groti'lh Program Creation motivational speaking since 1991. attempt to invest you life in a posi Special Assistant to thePublisher Deborah Kdlc^ Referral and Planning So, not only is Ms. Giles volunteer Maggie YBarra Jobn Dudley-, CHAIKFERSON tive way in service to others. Giles «ifllfii Department: Frank Loa ing at various places throughout is definitely living the message that Goals Committee Phone: (972) 606-7351 EiitarJBJ pppartmgm; QiiaUty Assurance the city of Dallas, she is also shar she relays to her audiences througii Fax: (972) 509-9058 M>Tile Hig^itiwer, ing her spirimal wisdom, through her outstanding volunteer work Email: [email protected] (972) 516-2992 CHAIRPERSOS Christ and Common Sense, with Fax: (972) 516-4197 and her relationship with Christ. Coty Rodriguez those who want to hear. Email: mon-edit^iiswbell.net Ben Thomas sorry for myself because of how Ms. Giles says that God has UON-The Cmtte a»8umea no rosponaibility lor untolicHtd miterial wd rwervw the right to ftdtlan d make appropriate reviaion.. In July 1987 Ms. Giles began people treated me. given her the wisdom to break her career as a licensed and Giles says that being in min down her message in such a way ordained minister. In 1991 she istry is much better now that she that even kids will remember. Is the sky clearest on the day it Is most blue? graduated from the Southern Bible has earned her spiritual muscles. As an outstanding volunteer, While you ponder that thoiight we would like to announce that Minority Opportunity News, Inc., Institute in Dallas. Being an ordained minister Ms, Giles gives almost 200 hours formerly a Dallas based renaissance community tabloid, founded in 1991, has relocated to Piano, Texas, Ms. Giles says that she was not has lead Ms. Giles to become a of her time to the Dallas Can and changed our name to MON-The Gazette. In addition to mov- ^— looking to get into the ministry motivational speaker. As a motiva Academy's Families for Learning tional speaker, she has spoken at ing our offices to Piano, our editorial coverage has also shifted to ^=_ •==& _ business, but when she received Center as a mentor for teenage various churches, schools, colleges, encompass Dallas' Northern Corridor. The Northern Corridor is -^"^ ^^»^S what she calls a command from mothers, which is a charter school God to preach she knew that she universities, and other organiza that enables at-risk yoxmg people to clearly the fastest "growing region in Texas, if not in America. ^-Jl^ ^g j°^^^^^ had to follow the desire of her soul. tions throughout Texas, Oklahoma, complete their high school educa MON-The Gazette believes that the engine to continue this ^g^^^^^^^S" ^j^^^=- "He told me to go and and Louisiana. tion or meet the requirements to growth is the airport expansion in McKinney, which is the largest ^S^^^^^ a£ ^gl preach," says Giles. " I knew in During her speaking engage receive a GED. and most visible of many area opportunities. As always, and true S „ ^^^S s=5.-r r spint that it was what I had to do. ments, Ms. Giles sa>'s that her mes The girls at Dallas Can sage to all her audiences is taking (0 tradition, MON-The Gazette will be there carving a worid of opportunity for those seeking to The calling just would not go Academy can definitely relate to personal responsibility for the provide quality services. Should you dare to expand your quest for economic parody outside the away." their mentor because she has been About the first three years of things that happen in your life. southern region or just want to know what is going on up north- through what they are going being in ministry was horrible "I can identify with the mes Think of MON-The Gazette as your paper of opportunity! according to Giles There was sage of personal responsibility throu^. Ms. Giles grew up in UON-The Gazette formally Uirtority Opportunity News, was founded July, 1991 .by Jim Bochum and Thurman R, Jon«s opposition because I was a female because I had to take personal poverty in South Dallas. At the ten- minister, but I was also feeling responsibility in my own life," Giles See Marilyn Giles page 7
The Gazette • September 26-October 2,2002 • Page 3 City of Allen iation of Public Purchasing Officers. from Page 1 Do you have a family? Wife-Tomeji Miller, Son- self serve laundramat called Spin Rodney 13 years old and Daughter- City in East Piano. Tayelor Simone 3 years old. Hopefully, one day I will have a What are your hobbies? chain of laundromats providing a Spending time with my family, clean, conformable and convenient reading, working out, and attending location for our customers. church. Which school did you graduate Where are you from? from? I am from Chicago. I joined the University of Texas at Dallas in army and went to California, Korea, 1989 with a degree in Public Germany, and Texas. I've been in Administration. Texas since 1979. The Logistics in Wh&t U the role of the Purchasing the military is what I found interest Department in the City of Allen? ing and then became involved in Responsible for the centralized purchasing. I've resided in East automated procurement function Piano since 1989. required to support efficient opera tion of the city. Last year alone, the Are there special programs to get the word out about purchasing opportu purchasing department was nities? involved in the expenditure of over You can go to the City of 822 million dollars. The average Allen's web site at the following web purchase order amount was approx address: www.ci.allen.tx.us imately 52,500.00. With these num bers i believe purchasing can and Are you involved in has made an impact in the local, and organizationsycomm unity involve surrounding business community. ment's? Yes, Past President of The What is procurement? Public Purchasing Association of Procurement means purchas North Central Texas, Past President ing or buying. There are 3 parts of of the National Forum For Black procurement: l)Buying, 2)Contract Public Administrators-North Texas Administration (annual contract) Chapter, Member of DFW Chapter and 3)Warehouse (materials man of the National Institute for agement). Governmental Purchasing, Member What are your plans for the Institute of Supply Management, Purchasing Department? and Texas Purchasing Managers To establish a small emerging Association (affiliated with TML^ business assistance program. Which Texas Municipal League). will encourage the participation by What do you like most about your local, small, minority and woman- job? owned businesses in the procure The ability to help other people ment activities of the City of Allen. navigate through the myriad of poli What arc your long term goals pro cies and procedures involved in fessionally? public purchasing where they can To establish a nationally recog then compete and win government nized, award wiiming purchasing contracts. This allows me to make a department. difference in the lives of the citizens What awards have you received? and the business community that I In 2001, the purchasing depart serve. ment received the Achievement of Excellence in Procurement spon What do you dislike most about sored by National Association of your job? I enjoy my chosen profession. I Purchasing Managers, California am truly blessed. I believe every Association of Public Purchasing problem we face on a daily basis Officers, National Purchasing creates an opportunity to make a Institute, and the Florida Assoc- difference.
Update October 19; Maggie Sprague and from Page 1 Russ Kissick, co-founders of the Piano Conservancy for Historic teer positions. Mr. Williams said Preservation; Mae Ricks, there are already people in mind Historian; and Karin Tucker of for the Board, but he would still Piano, member and one of the ^like other people to indersUf llliy WMIimj inpH ward. As part of the Board, they Orchestra. agreed they need a diversity of ' Mr. 'Williams thanked not talents and experience, such as only the people present at the someone strong in the communi meeting for their time, but all the ty, someone with legal experi companies that have come for ence, financial experience, some ward to help in the project, one with a knowledge of historic including Chase Bank, at no cost house museums or possibly to the Thornton House Project. someone from another museum. Every Saturday in October, rep "This is a massive project, resentatives from Chase Bank will one that you are thrust into," said be at the house to clean the site, Mr. Williams. "But here is the as part of their commitment to opportunity to make a difference the community. in the community. I'm very pas If you arc looking for an sionate about this project." opportunity to do something in The Steering Committee the community that will change itself had a diverse representation your life, and change the face of at the meeting. Among others Piano, call Ron Williams at 972- were Duane Peter, Archeologist 880-7100, or the Piano with Geo-Marine, who are con Conservancy for Historic ducting an archeological dig at Preservation at 972-941-2117. the present site of the house on
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The Gazette • September 26-October 2, 2002 • Page 5 "At this point. City URBAN LEAGUE PARTNERS WITH NAAAHR Councilperson Lucy Patterson The Dallas Chapter of the Nation K. Shelby, president of the Dallas intervened and said, 'As much al Association of African .•\mericans in Chapter. effort y'all put into getting this Human Resources (NAAAHR) has NAAAHR will support training, cultural center, it should be built partnered wiih the Urban League of job skill efforts and pro«de HR execu from the ground up.' We're Greater Dallas to provide Human Re tives on loan as part of the partnership. grateful for Mrs. Patterson's sources services to the organization The group will also co-hosi an input and her insight in getting a through their communit>' outreach pro Employers Conference that will focus on gram. human resources management for mid cultural center for our commu dle to small businesses. nity." "Our chapter is a melting pot of the skills and competencies that support a "This partnership will assist us in When the bond passed, S1 • 5 partnership with the Urban League and fiirther expanding and enhancing our million was appropriated for the this is an opportunit>' for us to make a empio>'ment services," said Dr. Beverly South Dallas Ciiltural Center difference with African Americans and Mitchell-Brooks, President and CEO of and a Black-owned Dallas archi others in the communitv," said Glenda the Urban League. tectural firm, Haywood Jordan and McCown, was selected to Allen Early Childhood PTA sponsors Garage Sale design the 16,980 feet facility. Come out on Saturday, October also have many vendors selling tasty All told. Art Thornton met with 19th for a huge Garage Sale-Gift and treats, great gifts, and bake sale items four City of Dallas mayors (Wes Goodie Sale, sponsored by the Allen too! You certainly don't want to miss out Wise, Robert Folsom, Jack Early Childhood PTA. Starts at 8 a.m. on all the tun!! Evans and Starke Taylor) before and runs to 4.p.m. at the Pat Dillard If you would like to rent a booth the South Dallas Cultural Center (southeast comer of Bethany Rd (S20.00) call Margi Evans at 972-747- Center's groundbreaking was and Jupiter Rd.) in Allen. Mark your 7217. Limited number of Garage Sale achieved. calendars now! and Vendor booths are still available! Today, the cultural center Lots of Garage Sale bargains! We'll Call now, before we sell out! houses office and exhibit areas, It ui(M an historic day when the groundbreaking look place/or the South Dallas Cultural Center as well as a multipurpose audi in the summer of 1984, spearheaded by the efforts of Artist and Elaine Thornton. torium with a stage for theater Pictured (I to r) are Artist Thornton; Dallas Mayor, A. Starke Taylor; Dallas Counciluioman, and dance productions. . Diane Ragsdale; Dallas Park Board President, Billy Allen and Rev. O.T.Austin. Many of those who enjoy Elaine were able to secure a buildings. Art then asked city South Dallas exhibits and productions at the signed petition with the follow officials to place the cultural South Dallas Cultural Center, from Page 1 great reasons ing names: center proposal on the S25 mil including yours truly, fail to Mae Meek, Arthello Beck, lion 1979 city bond election. realize the struggle it took to get Both paint and write, and Patricia Benjamin, Robert Again he was turned down. it fmally completed in the spring to visit the 2002 both are actors of stage and Carter, Clyde Clark, Dr. "There were already a lot of of 1986. The same way we screen. Upon completion of the Emmitt Conrad, Tony Davis, items on the bond election hst must be reminded that many of South Dallas Cultural Center in R.L. Dockery, Dickie Foster, and, although they (cit>' offi the freedoms we enjoy today 1986, Art and Elaine founded Russell Foster, R.A. Hester, cials) favored the idea, they were (desegregated schools, equal STATE FAIR OF TEXAS the Artist and Elaine Thornton Roosevelt Johnson, Charles A. afraid it wouldn't pass," Art told emplojTnent and fair housing) -SEPT. 27-OCT. 20 IN DALLAS Foundation for the Arts, which Jones, Artist Thornton, Elaine La Vida News -The Black Voice. were the result of long struggles today sponsors an array of thes- Thornton, A. Dean Watson and "Then the city got a new mayor by courageous leaders like pian and artist projects.' Anne Williams. and city manager, and I had to Martin Luther King, Jr., Art Thornton says that the In the spring of 1978, Art sell the idea all over again." Thurgood Marshall and Roy idea for the South Dallas facility Thornton presented the petition In the spring of 1982, the Wilkins, we must be cognizant began in 1978 when he and his to Dallas City Council mem Thorntons, with the help of of the long struggle Artist and wife, along with other Dallas bers. "I told them I know a large business and political support Elaine Thornton waged to bring actors and artists, saw an exhib amount of city money went to ers, were finally able to convince a cultural venue to Blacks in it at a Black cultural center in the Dallas TTieater Center and city officials to include the cen South Dallas. Austin that Artist said, "looked Theatre Three, and that I want ter in the Park and Recreation In fact, as a direct result of so good we decided we were ed a place to express Black cul Department's % 12.8 million the Thornton's efforts, two addi Great Shows! : Great Exhibits! : Great Rides! going to have one, too." ture," Thornton said. bond proposal. "We had con tional cultural centers have been • 2003 AUTO SHOW • JFK EXHIBITION • PIBBXTRATHRILLWAY Upon their return to Dallas, They were "very receptive tacted places for location of the opened; The White Rock Lake Expanded ttiis year lo Showcases priceless New thrill zone adjacent to it," but told him that commu South Dallas Cultural Center, Bath House Cultural Center in include a Luxury Ca( artifacts, lamtl/photos to the Midway features tour the Thorntons got busy. Showroofn featuring and personal items of new X-lreme tides. Big Originally, they envisioned four nity development funds — and one of the places was New 1981 and just recently The Jerusalem Baptist Church, Lexus, Infmiti. Cadillac. Kenocdy memorabilia. Shot, Adrenaline Drop. Sky cultural centers: South, East, which are administered to cities Latino Cultural Center. Sponsored by Blockbuster under the leadership of Rev. Meicedes-Bew. Astoji Coaster and The Booster. West and North Dallas. through the U.S. Department of Martin afiff more and Leisure Homes Sponsored by Pibb Xtra Piper," relates Artist. "He was Through numerous meetings Housing and Urban Lest we not forget! with community leaders and Development (HUD) — could going to donate the old site for concerned citizens, Art and not be used to construct new the location of the cultural center."
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Page 6 • September 26-October 2,2002 • The Gazette Dilland's Dallas Community ety of funding sources from about their community and their from Page 3 national foundations to church neighbors." groups to individual philanthro The Dallas Community shows that job loss (36 percent) pists. The approximately 28 reg Development Partnership will Preferred for and crime (23 percent) were also istered CHDOs and many administer funds to qualifying big concerns. Affordable health CDCs in Dallas have created CDCs based on criteria that care was the only other issue of new housing developments, sin have end results as the most equal importance. See www.fan- gle-family, multi-family and eld important measuring stick. An • niemaefoundation.org for the erly-oriented housing, provided Allocation Committee that is good reason. full report. infill housing, rehabilitation made up of representatives from "Housing is where it all work, financial counseling serv the partnership will review starts. The absence of enough fit ices, social services such as com applications. The S2.5 million and affordable housing in com puter training and tutoring for that has been raised for this munities has far-reaching impli teens and summer camps for effort will be made available cations, affecting everything children, and much more. Many throughout a three-year time- from the need for emergency of Dallas' CDCs have produced firame, which begins now. services to school attendance significant results. "I want to congratulate and test scores and ultimately, to If you see a bigger future for your expedite your SBA application to "In addition to Dallas bene these corporate and civic leaders an available workforce," said business, you have good reason to help you get a faster response. So Albert Martin, regional program fiting from more stable neigh who have put housing on the top count on Compass. As a Preferred when you need long-term financing, director of Fannie Mae borhoods, this will be a dream of the priority list in Dallas," Foundation. "Now it is Dallas' come true for many hard-work Williams said. SBA Lender in Texas, Compass can our SBA specialists are ready to help. turn to address the same issues ing families," said Lorenzo For more information on that have been recognized and Littles, Enterprise Dallas ofiFice the parmership or on funding addressed in other major cities director. "We are going to be matters, please contact Lorenzo across the country'." creating opportunity' for new- Littles at llittles@enterprise- Compass Bank homeowners and tenants who foundation.org. Dallas CDCs relv on a vari are concerned citizens who care Where there's Compass, there's a way.
Marilyn Giles smdents because she listens and down, but I can give it a good Call 1-888-273-LEND from Page 3 shares her spiritual wisdom. shake," says Giles! When you talk with Ms. Giles der age of 15, while her mother was for just 15 minutes you are truly in the hospital having open-heart inspired and you get an idea of how surger}', her stepfather raped her. motivated and inspired her audi Ms. Giles also raised three sons as ences are after spending a day lis SOUTHWEST raiSENTS SOUTHWEST a single divorced mother. tening to her spiritual preaching "The girls relate to her so well and teaching. because Marilyn has walked in "During my workshops and their shoes. We teach our kids that seminars, I let people ask whatever a please and thank you coupled questions they want to ask and with a smile will open many doors. 1^ then I take them to the bible and When they see Marilyn, they GRAMBLING STATE help them apply what they have understand what we are talking read to their lives," says Giles. about," said Deborah Abemathy, executive director for Dallas Can What is truly rewarding for Academy. Ms. Giles is the overwhelming response she receives from the peo SATURDAY Ms. Giles says that she shares ple whom she has ministered to at OCTOBER 5 that same message of personal one of her speaking engagements responsibility with the teenage or workshops or the students that 7PM KICKOFr mothers that she has been mentor she has mentored or taught to THE COliON BOWL ing at the Dallas Can Academy read. since 1996. "I get stacks of letters and Ms, Giles also gives 160 hours cards from people telling me how of her time to L.I.F.T., as a they were helped, throuj^ my min Reading Readiness instructor, istering, in their marriages, on their which is an organization that teach jobs, and in their personal lives. BJtiDS es adults to read. After the students , PRASIE VeWAiM'S leave Giles' reading readiness class, Through Giles's ministry, which is the lowest level literacy Christ and Common Sense, she is dedicated to the mission of trans class at L.I.F.T, they are ready to P feasting JHf fitACfC fOXfS forming the world, one life at a enter the more mainstream literacy Tickets available at both campuses classes. time. "I approach everything I do and oil tMCMorrijiamfor locations Cheryl Parker who is the with the mind set that one person including Fiesta, Foley's/ Kroger. Program Director at LI.F.T. says can make a difference. I may not be Charge by phone: that Giles is really special to her able to turn the world upside 314-373-8000 ^^^y«y*' «•• "As a Hispanic female, I have opportunities at DART I wouldn't have anywhere else." "Ihere aren't typically a lot of female rail operators. Operating the Ml train daily is a big challenge, and I feel a huge responsibilittyo the schedule and to staying focused. I'm looking forward to the opportunities I'll have as DARI continues to grow," -Angela Mar, DARI Rail Operator
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The Gazette • September 26-October 2,2002 • Page 7 benefit for the African-American Jaguors Article V NAACP Constitutioii and lower income neighborhood? The Adult Branch of the Collin County NAACP is now accepting nomi Election of Officers and Executive Committee from Page 1 Mr. Jagours:Yes, this will bene nations for the 2003-2004 term of office. Members that are in good were either revoked or disbanded. fit the whole Collin County area by standing are eligible to run for office. Consent forms must be postmarked The last branch operated in Piano supporting the education of more by the close of business on October U, 2002. For more information per Section 1 up to 1998 and it was disbanded responsible and success prone citi taining to the nomination process, see Article V of the NAACP Organization Meeting Constitution. due to non-function. zens. If this program were offered to (New Branch) Alexander: What is your plat elementary students, the advantage CoUin County NAACP (a) The officers and members of the Executive Committee elected at form / outlook for the Collin of competition and participation Consent Form the Organization meeting of the branch shall hold office until their suc County branch? between schools districts would fur cessors are elected and qualify'. Mr. Jagours: I would like to see ther raise the level of accomplish I do hereby consent to (b) Following the chartering of a new Branch by the National Board of a strengthening of membership ment. There is a serious lack of place my name in nomination for the position of. Directors, the National Office shall cause an election to be held of the throughout Collin County. A resur competency in Math, Writing and members of the new Branch. Should the election take place during an _With th^ Collin County NAACP rection of the high level of partici Reading for a majority of the com even numbered year, the officers and members of the Executive pation as was in a former NAACP munity's students. If we can focus Adult.Branch for the 2003-2004 term of office. Committee elected at this time shall not be required to stand for elec 'lifetime' would be great. If we can on an early plan to enhance the tion again until the next Branch election year. '\- • mastering of these skills, everyone get members back on board this Signature of Nominee will benefit. This program is pat would benefit the commimity. In Section 4 2000 this area experience healthy terned after the NAACP ACT proj Signature of three (3) branch members in good standing: ect that focuses on education as an Nominating Committee Election growth with the added enthusiasm (Mease print the name beside each signature) (a) In even numbered years there shall be elected at the September of younger folk. That positive effect Olympic of the minds. membership meeting of the Branch and Nominating committee com was lost as those young people Alexander: What is the current posed of not less than five (5) nor more than fifteen (15) members of graduated and moved on. A revital- leadership doing is to raise individ WITNESS ization of this son would be won the Branch in good standing, provided that not more than two (2) shall ual and NAACP awareness? WITNESS be officers of the Branch or members of the Executive Committee. derful. Mr. Jagours: Raising awareness Alexander: What is your time with NAACP has been the most WITNESS Duties of Nominating Committee line for accomplishing these challenging effort for this leader (b) The Branch Secretar\' shall call the organizing meeting of the changes? ship. The many different personali Date 2002 Nominating Mr. Jagours: I envision a ties and often different agendas stronger area branch to move for have lead to a falling away of mem *For more details concerning guidelines of the nomination process, please Committee. The first meeting of the Nominating Committee shall be ward from this NAACP election bership and willing leaders in the see Article V of the NAACP Constitution. held no later than ten (10) days after its election. year as it comes to completion. community. As I come to the end of Regardless of who the incoming my third consecutive term as Collin All consent for to seek office must be postmarked no later than close Reporting of the Nominating Committee County NAACP president-the of business October 11, 2002. All forms must be mailed to: NAACP (c)The nominating Committee shall submit a report in writing at the president will be-1 would like to see of CoUin County #6165 our youth get back on a track simi challenge has grown more trying. P.O. Box 2313 October General lar to the strength years ago. My goal is still to be the best leader McKinney,TX 75070 Membership Meeting of the Branch. This report shall consist of the Alexander: Just how do you I can and to help get this area back Attn: Nominating Committee names of those persons qualified to fill existing Branch offices (one plan to get the plan things on track? onto a positive track of service and name for each office) and to be members of the Executive Committee Mr. Jagours: This can only success in the community. Consent forms can be picked up from the following locations: (at least ten (10) names and up to twenty-four (24) names. come to be if there is buy-in and The Final Questions and support from the school district and MON-The Gazette Answers to: 6100 Avenue K.Ste. 105 Nominations by Petitions community for educational pro Will the Collin County branch Piano, TX (d) At said October iViembership Meeting of the Branch, additional grams. One such program was the survive the challenge of diversity nominations NAACP *Back-to-Basics.' The stu within? Allen Communitj' Baptist Church may be made for all offkrers and elected members of the Executive dent's concept and skills in What can be done to avoid the 1501 S. Jupiter Rd. Committee by written petition signed by three (3) or more members of Reading, Writing and Arithmetic fatalistic downfall of personal agenda? Allen, TX the Branch in good standing as of the time of the meeting. No one was reinforced in this program.This What is the real importance of (Wednesday & Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon) shall be nominated by the Nominating Committee or by petition with was a kind of Academic Olympics joining NAACP? out having first obtained his/her written consent. by which students learned the value UPCOMING: McKinney Driving School 345 Industrial Blvd. Sie. C and gained the confidence of master Further conversation with area ing these critical areas of education. McKinney, TX Section 9 NAACP members reveals serious (Monday-Friday, 3:00 p.m-6:00 p.m) Eligible I bters Alexander: Do you see this as a issues but effective answers. The number of eligible voting members of the Branch shall be estab lished before the voting begins. Upon proof of qualification, all eligible WE WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH YOU! NAACP GARLAND voters shall receive and sign for one ballot each and thereupon' immedi BRANCH SETS ELEC ately proceed to vote secretly. The right to vote is personal and shall • Kiich university listed has a variety of products and service needs not be exercised by proxy. No absentee ballots may be cast. • Please contact us to learn more of our bid opportunities and the Historically Underutilized TION OF OFFICERS Business (HUB) program AND EXECUTIVE Sectiott 11 COMMITTEE Members in Good Standing Umvcrsilyol Texas ;it University of North Texas Texas A&M University-Commerce Stephen K. Austin State Members in good standing shall be eligible to run for office or vote in Arlington Tonya tnis 040) 5<.5-482H Don Barwick, MA University ('>()3) 468-3056 Diana Boubel The Garland Branch of the Branch election. For the purpose of running for office, a member in John Lopez Mclro(8l7)267-3731 good standing is one whose name appears on the roll of the Branch as a )SI7)272-2140 ionya(((,uni.edu don barwick(»{tamu-commercc.cdu (';3fi)46«.4()37 National Association for the jlopc/((i'iiia.cdu dbouhel((rsfasu.cdu Advancement of Colored People bona fide member of the Branch at least one hundred and eighty (180) (NAACP) has set Tuesday, days prior to the date nominations are made who lives and/or works November 26, 2002, for the bi within the branch jurisdiction. For the purpose of being elected to the tJniversiiv of North TL')^a^ Texas Women's Uniflcrsity Texas A&M University System Tarlcton State University annual Election of Officers and at- nominating Committee or the Election Supervisory Committee, signing Heullh Science Cenicr Larry Hoke Health Science Center Beth Chandler large members of the Executive a nominating petition or voting in Branch elections, a member in good lX'borahKiisscll(«ni7.15- (')4()1 H'>K-35H7 Nila Holland (214) H2K-H254 (254(%K-%li Committee. standing is one who has been a bona fide member of the Branch for at nholland(<( tambcd.edu ehaiKllc{i(rtarleton.cdu j 26M4 lhakci''(.twu.cdu The election will be held dur least thirty (30) days prior to the date the election is held or the nomi I ik'riissct'
Page 8 • September 26-October 2,2002 • The Gazette Sweet Home Alabama The Tuxedo Reese Witherspoon is Think Inspeaor Gadget America's new sweetheart. for fans of martial arts. Her charm and wit made Jimmy Tong (Jackie Chan) Legally Blonde a surprise is a New York City taxi hit — she's getting $ 15 mil driver hired to be a chauf for the sequel — and she's a feur for millionaire Clark natural for this romantic Devlin Qason Isaacs), who comedy. Witherspoon, a also happens to be working Nashville, Tenn., native, on a top-secret mission for plays a country gal who the U.S. government. But leaves her bumpkin hus when Devlin is knocked out band for New York, where of commission, Tong slips she reinvents herself as a into Devlin's experimental socialite. When a wealthy new tuxedo, loaded with suitor proposes, she returns high-tech gadgets, and home for a divorce but finds soon finds himself in the herself having second strange world of espionage, Starring Reese Wither- Jean Smart, Katherine Towne thoughts. Starring Jackie Chan, Opening September 27 paired with an equally inex spoon, Candice Bergen, Jeimifer Love Hewitt, Jason perienced secret agent Patrick Dempsey, Josh Lucas, Opening September 27 Isaacs, Debi Mazar, Peter Qermifer Love Hewitt). Rhona Mitra, Ethan Embry, Stormare, Mia Cottet
On Stage American Airlines Center THIS WEEK: /4 Stmft ^od at at Scptember-Oecenibcr 2002 Patti Austin NextStage TRIBUTE TO ELL.A FITZGERALD WITH at Grand PATTI AUSTIN Oct. 11-13 Patti Austin brings her magnificent voice to the Meyerson in a special tribute Prairie: to Ella Fitzgerald. Richard kautean conducts the DSO. To her credit, Patti Austin's ability' to explore almost every genre of music has ensured her the kind of Ionge\'ii>' reserved for the entertainment world's true Sept.-Dec. 2002 sumvors. The daughter of a jazz trombonist and god daughter of musical legends, Quincy Jones and Dinah The Alman Brothers Band Washington, the New Vork-bom singer first hit ihi: September 28 stage with Washington at the lender age of four, debut 2002 ing at the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem. Aretha Franklin Patti was a recording artist for labels like Decca'Coral, October 24 RCA and United Artists during her teen years. Her International hard-to-find recordings remain revered and sought after by soul music collec Christian Castro tors, particularly in Europe and Japan. October 25 After numerous television appearances, more solo recordings and a Talent Search three-year international tour as a headlining club singer, Patti returned to New Radio City Christmas York and began emplo^ng her vocal skills in the lucrative studio world by doing background vocal sessions and jingles. "The first session I did was for Spectacular Nears To James Brown's hit "It's a Man's World" and when I got a nice juicy check from Nov. 14 thru Dec. 8 that, I said, "Hey, let me do some more of this stuff" It wasn't long before Patti became known as the undisputed "queen" of Jaci Velasquez Grand the new York jingle and session scene. Her voice has been heard on literally December 14 hundreds of commercials, behind ever>'one from Paul Simon, Cat Stevens and Joe Cocker to Bette Midler, Roberta Flack, Luther Vandross and Diana Ross. Ticketmaster Finale Inevitably, Patii's musical talents emerged trom the background and moved into the spotlight. After a short span with Columbia Records, Harry 972-647-5700 Belafonte's former musical director Bill Eaton brought Patti to CTI Records By; Felicia Coleman talents. Hollywood said that the idea in 1975. She made four acclaimed albums for the company, including the milestone End Of A Rainbow, Havana Candy, live at the Bonom Line and Recently, Hollywood Enterprises of his entertainment business came Dallas Museum of Body Language. for Art and Entertainracni kicked off from a club owner 11 years ago. In ( At the beginning of the '80s, Quincy Jones gave Patti exposure to a wider it's semjiigj-aod .ftnflk.iQ.thjSr^SQQZ- 1993 when'actor/ limnedian Steve Natural History audience through her participation on his best-belling albums Stuff Like Thatl Internaiional Talent. Talent from all Harvey had a talent search event, the Sept.-Dec. 2002 Events and the Grammy-winning classic, the Dude. In 1981, she signed with Jones' Fair PiarK Qwest label. Her debut album for the label, Everj' Home Should Have One over the United States took the stage following week Hollywood a jam included the chart topping "Baby Come To Me," a duet with then label-mate Music to display their talents. People from packed talent search event, breaking James Ingram. The pair reprised their success in 1983 with the Oscar-nomi the audience placed money ina tip jar Har\'ey's record. WEST NILE VIRUS EXHIBIT nated "How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" which they performed at the located near the stage when they liked Hollywood presented MON- Now Open Academy Awards. Patti would later perform another Oscar, golden Globe and HaU Grammy-nominating song, "The Girl Who Used To Be Me" {from the film what they heard. Record producers, The Gazette publisher Thurman Shirley Valentine) on worldwide television. promoters, managers, and agencies Jones with gifts including a RCA MYTHS ANDWUTHS ABOUT Patti signed with GRP Records in 1989, starting a four-year stint with the were present to observe the entertain pocket color TV. "I want to pay spe PIANTS AND ANIMALS label by recording "Christmas- time Is Here" from Happy Anniversary Charlie Sept-Dec. 2002 ment. John Daniels a.k.a. Hollywood, cial tribute to those who make posi Brown. Other lop-selling recordings followed, including 1991.S Carry On, Now through December 8 founder of Hollywood Enterprises for tive energy in our community and Love is Gonna Getcha (featuring the across-the-board hit "Through The Test The Lion King Of Time"), That Secret Place and Paid Austin Live (recorded at New York's Art and Entertainment, took the stage The Gazette is proud to be a sponsor Bottom Line) which showcased her more-than-ample siandup comedic skills Now through TEXAS DINOSAURS 11: Oaober 20 and said "Doesn't it make you feel and part of this. I want to say to these and brilliant impersonations, in addition to capturing the kind of dynamic, live \ good to see young people doing aspiring talented individuals to go on AWALKTHOUGHTIME musical performance which has made Patti one of the most popular artists in the world. FortWorth Dallas Ballet's something positive. VChen I see a and live your dreams." Throu^ December 31 yoimg person trjing, I tr>' to get in Frequently seen on television, Patti's more playful side has been given fijU 2002-03 Season The 2002 International Talent rein with guest appearances on shows like Hangin'With Mr. Cooper, The Dr. December 23 to behind that yoimg person and help Search grand finale will be on ANTIQUE MAPS OFTEXAS Ruth Show, Joan Rivers and Arsenio Hall. Most recently, she has appeared in that young person." Saturday, October 26, 2002 at 6:00 a guest-staring role on the popular show For Your Love in 2000. December 27 Now through November 10 The performers who took the p.m. The event will take place at Club With a one woman, autobiographical show and a radio program of her own in the works, Patti Austin is busier than ever. VCTiile she spends a good stage qualifies for the grand finale. Diamond located at 3304B W. 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The Gazette • September 26-October 2, 2002 • Page 9 -^ Back Page Advertise Your Business with Around The Town MON-THe Gazette Get Sales Afo-virts in tHe Right Direction! On-going and Sundays at 2:15 p.m. Tickets Richie Valens and the Big Bopper. Creek and Jupiter Roads. Nature Stories at Heard are S5 in advance, S7 at the door. Special appearance by Maria Elena Informative seminar on various CaU: 972-606-7351 Natural Science Museum and 1301 Custer Road, Ste 832, Piano. Holly. For tickets and information cruise \'acations with special offers. Wildlife Sanctuary, every Saturday Call 972-422-2575. contact the Piano MDA at For more information contact at 11:00 am., and 2:00 p.m. Stories 972.422.2383. Harold E. Oldham, Jr. at and themes differ from week to September 27-29 972.294.2001 or visit www.best- September 28-29 Kia Optima week and are hosted by the Heard McKinney Girls Softball cruisevalues. com Association Fast Pitch Qualifier WILD WEST FEST in A luxur>' mid-siK sedan to be proud of. Nature Store staff. TTiey incorpo The 2002 Optima is Kia's lop-line flag Downtown McKinney, with a vari October 5 - November 10 rate music, nature crafts and nature USSSA Tournament at Wilson ship^ Wiib ii >Du can finally have the hix- ety of artists, arts & crafts, live west- The Dallas Arboretum's walks. Free with general admission. Creek Softball Complex. 10-U, 12- ur>- sedan with al! the st>iing, feamres and em music, historical reenactments, "Dallas Blooms Autumn - A For topics and more details call U & 14U. For more information optiOTis you want, without the usual heft)' demonstrations, a children's game Harvest of Cultures Celebration". price tag. Choose between the Optima 972.562.5566. contact City of McKirmey Athletics area and lots of good eats. Festival Every Saturday and Sunday, with LX or SE, Both models are ai'ailable with City of Garland Council meet Department and Hotiine: 972- 547-7485 /972-547-9452, or hours: Saturday, September 28, children's activities, artisans and a smooth and pow'erfu] V6 engine, the ings, every 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, convenience of a 4-spced Sportmatic™ 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Sunday musicians. Located at 8617 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Located at www.sportstanding.com. transmission and come wth the protec 29, 10:00 am - 6:00 p.m. For more Garland Road, Dallas. For more 200 North Fifth Street, Garland. tion of Kia's 10 Year / 100,000 Mile September 28 information: 972-562-6880, or information contact Karen A Circle of Sisters - a newly Warrant)' Program. The Links, Inc., UNCF and visit www.downtownmckirmey.org, Griggsby at 972-731-0547. Styling forming circle of readers' book club Boys and Girls Clubs of America or email [email protected]. Qeai-lais haJogen ^'^*^^ig^'^*^ chiase giilie, timed ^ass, body-color bumpers and miiron ate standanl in Frisco/McKirmey/Allen and sur October " co-host a 5K Walkathon. All pro Third Annual Shakespeare on Tbe SE itidudes fegli ^ iBoy wbeeb, dmxne door bandies and bodyside moldings. rounding areas. For those interested First day to pick up an entry ceeds go to UNCF. The Walkathon the Square presented by Garland in thought-provoking discussions form for the Heard Natural Science begins at Ferris Park, near Houston Civic Theatre - A Second Stage Features on various literary accomplish Museum's 3rd Annual Coloring Air ccffldmomog, tid simiag wbcd, six speaken with door mounted tweeters, pontr »indo\^^ and door and Ervay Streets, downtown production of "Twelfth Night". ments with a focus on African- Contest. There will be two age cat locks arc standard. Keyless amy md alarm, driver S-way ponder at^ustaUe seal nith lumbar support, Dallas. Registration begins at 7:30 Admission is fi^e.Fo r more infor American authors. Anyone interest egories: 3-6 years, and 7-10 years, power iDooDrotrf^wiil) lit ae amdard oo dK SE. a.m., and the walk begins at 9:00 mation call 972-485-8884. ed in joining please email to: a.m. There is a IK walk for chil with first and second place prizes for each. Deadline for entries is Interior mygroove2^'yahoo.com. dren. Registration is S25 per per September 30 Center storage ccnsole, rear seat armrest «ith storage and bOi'-K) split-folding tear seats are standard. son, or S100 per group. Children 8 Garland Firefighters October 31. CaU 972-562-5566, or Leaiber-wiapped steenng wbed and gear ^lifi knob, mmx chrome door handles, brushed aluminum Through September 29 and under are free. Foundation Goff Tournament at visit www.heardmuseum.org. shifter gaa and A-MFMCBCassclic stereo are standard on feeSETb e LX and SE V6 models include The Piano Repertory Theatre (rood [rim accents. 2002 NPC Heart of Texas the Firewheel at Garland. For more October 8 presents "A Chorus line" nmning Body Building and Fimess/Figure information call 972-205-2264. Aglow International Piano through 29. Performances are held Pmrer Championships at the Piano /Richardson - Aglow Community at the Courtyard Theater, 1517 H The Optima's 2.4 hicr IX)HC 4-cyfinder I^-i-aS? engine produces plenty of zip. The LX and SE models Centre, Spring Creek and Jupiter October 3-6 Lighthouse held at the Piano Ave., Piano. Show times:TTiursdays ofe die opoon of a mote povmful 2.T-liier V6 engine. Both engines aie equipped nidi multi-port ftiel Roads, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. The Piano Children's TTieatre Centre, Spring Creek & Jupiter tnjeoioo lod meets TnisiiioDa! Lov Emission Vehicle CTLEV) q}edfications. at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday Regional show including an all-day presents the musical 'How to Eat Roads, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. An inter nights at 8 p.m. and Saturday and Health and Fimess Fair and Food Like a Child and Other Lessons in denominational network of caring Safety Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. Adult Court. Admission: Pre-Judging: Not Being a Grownup'. women (men are welcome also), Dual front and sde atags, ai^aa absobing steenng cohimn, side-in^a door beams, fionian d tear tickets are 820 to S42, depending crumide anes, ddd itstiaint incbors md door locks, first aid kit and interna] emergency trunk release S15.00 adults, SIO.OO children 12 Performances are Fridays and designed to reach women and let on the day. Discounts available for are staodaid. Aotikxi biakes svailable OD tbe LX and SE V6 models. and under. Evening Show: $35 for Saturdays, 7:15 p.m., and Saturday them know that God's truth and senior citizens 62 and over. For VIP and 825.00 for General and Sundays at 2:15 p.m. Tickets love is relevant and meaningful more information, contact 972- Reserved. For more information are 85 in advance, 87 at the door. today. Admission is fr^e Contaa 422-7460, or purchase tickets contact Prince M. Harrison at 1301 Custer Road, Ste 832, Piano. Deborah Wheeler at 972.422.2632 online at www.planorep.org. 972.247.1539 or email: CaU 972-422-2575. or visit www.aglow.org prince@optimumfitness. com, or September 20-21 October 4 October 19 Church Directory McKinney Theatre at visit www.optimuinfimess.com. Piano Chamber of Commerce, Come out on Saturday, McKinney Square Meal presents a McKinney Symphony 13th Annual Mini Golf October 19th for a huge Garage murder mystery, "Mind Over Orchestra presents "A Symphony Tournament and Road Rally, at Sale/Gift and Goodie Sale, spon Murder", Friday and Saturday on the Range", at Craig Ranch, 121 Putt-Pun Golf and Games, 17717 sored by the Allen Early evenings through October 12. & Custer Rd, McKinney. An out Coit Road. Check in 1:15 - 1:45 Childhood PTA. Starts at 8 a.m. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show door classical western concert p.m. Go-Kart Race 4:00 - 5:00 and runs to 4.p.m. at the Pat Building lasting relationships begins at 8:00 p.m. Reservations including prominent Texas singer- p.m.. Chamber family night 5:00 - Dillard Center (southeast comer songwriters. A joint benefit for the not required, but seating is limited. 8:00 p.m.To participate, or to spon of Bethany Rd and Jupiter Rd.) in Helping people fulfil their 213 E. Louisiana St., dowTiiown. Samaritan Inn and the McKinney sor prizes call 972-424-7547, or e- Allen. Mark your calendars now! Symphony Orchestra. Concert: Godgiven potential Admission: S12 adults and % 10 sen mail: [email protected]. Lots of Garage Sale bargains! 8:00 p.m. Advanced ticket pur ior citizens and children under 12 We'll also have many vendors sell chase. For more information or to years. Dinner available at additional October 5 ing tast>' treats, great gifts, and purchase tickets visit www.sympho- cost. For more information call Your Computer & the bake sale items too! You certainly FouMTAiN OF LIFE IWTERNATIONAL CHURCH nyonlherange.com. 972-548-6900. Windows Environment - Basic don't want to miss out on all the 'Cruisin' to a Cure' Classic Intro to Computer classes offered ftm!! September 26-29 Car Rally and Dinner Dance - from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the If you would like to rent a Fountain of Life International Church is a multi-cultural family of The Piano Children's TTieatre beginning at 11 a.m. at Chuck's Mesquite Public Library, 300 W. booth (S20.00) call Margi Evans Christians dedicated to building an intimate relationship with presents the musical 'How to Eat Restaurant, 121 and Preston Road. Grubb Drive. No computer experi at 972-747-7217. Limited num God and cultivating lasting relationships with each other Out of Like a Child and Other Lessons in The Dinner-Dance and Silent ence needed. Registration required ber of Garage Sale and Vendor such quality relationships, we are committed to encouraging Not Being a Grownup'. Auction begin at 6:00 p.m. at the for all classes: call 972-216-6734. booths are still available! Call every member to discover their unique God-given potential, and Performances are Fridays and Renaissance H9iel,,,ppaturing a Cruise Fair, itora 11:30am- now, before we sell out! Saturdays, 7:15 p.m., and Saturday fifties tribute to Buddy Holly, 3prn, at tHe Mario Centre, Spring through the co-operative support of tfie whole body and training from Godly leadership, equip and release God's people into whatever realm of service God has for them. Community Calendar Sponsored by Southivestern Bell Telephone Meeting Times Each Sunday Prayer Meeting 9:30 am Worship Ser\ice 10:00 am Your friendly neighborhood 2nd / 4th Sundays Evening Worship 6:00 pm 2nd / 4th Wednesdays global communications company.^" Couples Fellowship 7:00 pm Each Thursday Intercessors 10:00 am
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