NORTHEAST FLORIDA’S OLDEST, LARGEST, MOST READ AFRICAN AMERICAN OWNED NEWSPAPER The Florida Star Presorted Standard CRIME and The Florida Star, P. O. Box 40629 U.S. Postage Paid INSIDE FREE TICKETS Jacksonville, FL 32203 Jacksonville, FL JUSTICE The Georgia Star! Permit No. 3617 Women’s (904) 766-8834 Can’t Get to the Store Conference Still Number One! Striving to make Have The Star Delivered Vickie Winans a difference An Award Read The Florida Winning and Georgia Star Publication, Newspapers. Listen to IMPACT serving you Radio Talk Show. since 1951. WWW.thefloridastar.com Rated “A” by The people’s choice the Better Business Bureau www.thefloridastar.com SEPTEMBER 22 - SEPTEMBER 28, 2012 VOL. 62 NO. 23 50 CENTS Her Quick Death, His Slow Arrest WHY VOTE? Rinetta McLaughlin Fefie For the Jacksonville, the 137,000 Names Removed from arrest of Ismet for the death of the beautiful teenager, Florida’s Voter Roll -10,000 Pages JaNay Jackson, while she slept, was far too long. Floridians, you should be concerned, wake up! There are 137,000 names removed Det. R.D. Peck, who has since the 2008 election from Duval County’s Voter Roll. been with the Jacksonville Congresswoman Corrine Brown has scheduled registration on National Sheriff's Office for ten Registration Day at the Duval County Supervisor of Election office, located at 105 years, and a traffic homi- East Monroe Street on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 so all who do or do not under- cide detective for five stand the serious situation we are about to face. Presidential candidate, Mitt Romney said on March 13, 2012 (it was recorded), Ismet Sijamphodzic years, investigated the crash involving a fatality. addressing a crowd in Prattville, Alabama: “I understand how difficult it can be for On August 28, 2012, at an African-American in today's society. In fact, I can relate to black people very well JaNay Jackson approximately 2:40 A.M., indeed. My ancestors once owned slaves, and it is in my lineage to work closely with the defendant drove his Ford the black community. However, just because they were freed over a century ago Minivan into a bedroom of the residence at 5501 Kennerly Rd., in Jacksonville, FL. doesn't mean they can now be freeloaders. They need to be told to work hard, and The defendant drove through a stop sign, and there were no indications he attempt- the incentives just aren't there for them anymore. When I'm president I plan to work ed to stop or steer the van to avoid the impact with the house. The van broke through closely with the black community to bring a sense of pride and work ethic back into view for them.” a concrete block wall, through the exterior brick wall and struck the interior wall on 137,000 - Continued on A-3 the opposite side of the room. The victim was sleeping in the bedroom, where the van struck, and trapped her between the van and an interior wall. She was extricat- ed from the house and transported to Shands Jacksonville Hospital, where she died The Sports World from her injuries. The defendant's blood was drawn at Shand's Jacksonville and it was determined there was 52 +/- 17 ng/mL of Alprazolam (Xanax) in his system. There was also 6.5 +/- 1.9 ng/mL of 11-Nor-9-carboxy-delta-9-tetrahydrocannabi- nol. The suspect also admitted that he hadn't slept for three days prior to the acci- dent." Both of these medicines may be prescribed for this man as both are in the psychoac- tive meds-Xanax typically used for anxiety as it is an anti-anxiety medicine, the other is a form of prescribed marijuana which is also noted to be used for psychological issues, possibly when a person has behavior issues or tic. It was not noted on the police report if the medicines had been prescribed, since the person offered this information. The biggest red flag in this incident is the person stated he had not slept for 3 days while taking these medicines. The report also did not mention if he had any driver restrictions due to these medicationss. I do not see the charge of vehicu- Brunswick native is SEC’s Player of the The Jaguars team did not win lar homicide. Week - How did he do it? See B-3. but this wife did. See Page B-4 In view of the above, it is suspected that it is the reason it took longer for the test Man Admitted to Mother Committed to Usher Gets Impregnating his Baker Act Custody? Girlfriend’s 11-Year- The Department of Children and Old Daughter Families called JSO The mother of Saturday when they an 11-year-old could get no one to daughter took answer the door, her child to the knowing there were Dementrious Lawrence doctor as she three children complained AMERICA'S #1 GAME SHOW IS TRAVELLING inside, as they went about the pains THE COUNTRY...... AND IS COMING TO JACK- to check on them. she was expe- SONVILLE on Tuesday September 25 2012! What is rarely seen in When the officers arrived at the riencing in her To mark their 40th year on TV,"THE PRICE IS these United States is the Moncrief residence, they were able to stomach. She RIGHT' created a touring version of the studio show father winning custody of get inside through a window. They Gregory Johns, 42 had her 42- with even more audience interaction! It has the same his children, but Usher found four people inside of the apart- year old excitement, games, cash and merchandise prizes, name did. Of course, he is not ment. It was the mother and three chil- boyfriend to go with them. While there, tags and even the famous Price is Right microphone! alone in raising his boys. dren. They were all unresponsive, but he asked for the keys to the car and never Expect the same games, lights, music, and energy that He has the help of his still breathing. All four were carried to returned but later called her to apologize you are use to seeing on television. Many audience mother and former the hospital where it was determined for “knocking up your daughter.” members win right from their seat. From Plinko, to manger, Jonetta; his that Liara McGlothan needed to be This man, Gregory Johns continued to Cliffhangers to the Big Wheel, to the fabulous grandmother and his aunt, committed to Baker Act since this was call her as he went on a serious crime Showcase, The Price Is Right Live! is the only experi- plus a nanny. Should one of several reports. spree, holding up an elderly woman for ence that allows you to be the star of the show! Tameka feel relaxed if One of the children told the police that 12 hours while again calling his girl Everybody has the exact same opportunity to "Come their two sons need that three red vitamins had been given the friend. He told her that after having been On Down!" The live show boast that more people are much attention? night before and another said it had in jail ten times, he would not go back. actually called on stage live than in the actual television On “Oprah’s Next received five white pills that ‘tasted Police finally located him in a Florida show! Chapter,” he talked about nasty.’ It was told that the pills would hotel, and as he threatened them with a The show is hosted by once a upon a time 95.1 WAPE a lot of things, including help them sleep for a long time. knife, they shot and killed him. FM radio host Todd Newton, who promises “Just like admitting that he had sex All three children have been taken into What is going to happen to this child, the TV show you'll get the full experience,the live show with Tameka’s bridemaid. custody by the Department of Children her unborn baby and her mother? is an interactive experience, the audience really has a Of course, he insinuated and Families. Liara McGlothan was This is a situation for many to think chance to win some great prizes. It is a lot of fun to just that it was done during Baker Acted, and arrested for aggravat- about when it comes to ‘real’ health care be a part of the audience rooting the contestants on, and their separation. Oprah, ed child abuse. and people with lower to middle income. hoping your name gets called by Randy West.” See as always, was thorough. you there!....Good Luck! See it yourself. Editorial/Opinion...... B6 Wish to give us a News Story? I Church...... A-2 Looking for customers to patronize your Talk of the Town...... A-4 Call (904) 766-8834 or Send it to: N Area News...... A-6 business or utilize your services? If you S Caribbean...... A-7 answered YES, then you need to place an ad [email protected] Prep Rap...... Back Section I Local...... B-1 in The Florida or Georgia Star! CALL [email protected] Columns...... B-2 D Sports...... B-4 904/766-8834 to place your ad TODAY!! Crime&Justice.Front Section E Classified & Business... B-7 Check, Money Order, Or Credit Cards Accepted PAGE A-2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 CHURCH Faith In Our Community The Church Directory Schedule of Events and Services “Come and Worship With Us” ANNOUNCEMENTS New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 1824 Prospect Street * Jacksonville, FL 32208 SAINT PAUL AME CHURCH, 6910 New Kings Sunday School …...... ………………..9:30 a.m. Road, will celebrate the Church's 143rd Anniversary on Sunday Morning Sunday, September 23, 2012. The theme is "BUILD- Intercessory Prayer...... …..10:45 a.m. Morning Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. ING THE HOUSE: ADVANCING THE KINGDOM." Youth Church The selected scripture is Matthew 16:17-18. Two pow- 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) erful messages will be proclaimed at 7:30 a.m. and Tuesday - Pastoral Bible Study ...... 7:00 p.m. Elder Arnitt Jones, Acting Pastor 10:55 a.m. Church school will begin at 9:30 a.m. Pastor Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus Marvin C. Zanders, II and the Disciples of St. Paul (904) 764-5727 - Church extend a warm welcome to friends and the public to Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church share in all worship experiences. Please contact the DEATHDEATH NOTICESNOTICES Sunday office of the Church at (904) 764-2755 or the website at Church School ...... 8:30 a.m. stpaulamejax.com for more information. Worship Service ...... 10:00 a.m. MOORE, Maude Wednesday JACKSONVILLE, FL , “Glory Hour” Bible Study ...... 10:00 a.m. SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2730 West Johnson, 80, died “Jehovah Jireh” Bible Study ...... 6:30 p.m. BARBER, Maggie L., September 12, 2012. Edgewood Ave. Rev. James Wiggins, 87, died September 13, 2nd & 4th Thursday “Young at Heart Ministry ...... 10:00 a.m. Jr., Pastor. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., PEARCE, Ouida Rocky, Friday 2012. Joy Explosion Ministry ...... 6:30 p.m. Worship with Holy Communion 82, died September 16, BLACKSHEAR, Pearl 2012. 201 East Beaver St. * (904) 355-9475 11:00 a.m., Wednesdays Bible Ruth, 87, died September Rev. Pearce Edwing, Sr. Study/workshop with light supper @ PEAVY, Dan, died 15, 2012. September 10, 2012. 6:30 p.m. followed by Evangelism BRYANT, Millard, 85, GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH PHILMORE, Derrick “The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody” training at 7:00 p.m. Six-week Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor died September 10, 2012. Vonnier, 47, died Justice Peggy Quince Sermon and Bible Study Series: "How BURKE, Georgie L., Sr., Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209 to Share your Faith" September 5, 2012 - October 14, September 11, 2012. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206 74, died September 13, PILLOW, Sharon Ann, Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586 2012. On Saturday, September 15, 2012 from 8:30 am- 2012. 55, died September 14, Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. 11:00 am, we will sponsor our annual "Prayer BURNSED, Willard Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Breakfast" with guest speaker, Justice Peggy Quince. 2012. Tuesday...... Prayer Meeting & Bible Study,7:00 p.m. Wayne, 67, died Thursday...... Joy Night,7:00 p.m. This year's theme will be: Upping the Ante: PLANTE, Susan M., 62, September 11, 2012. died September 13, 2012. Unleashing the Power of Prayer. We open our doors & CARRACTER, Annie, “Email: [email protected] hearts to the Community, all are Welcome. POLLARD, Perry Website: Greaterelbethel.org 71, died September 16, Danny, 74, died 2012. September 11, 2012. NEW FOUNTAIN CHAPEL AME CHURCH, 737 CASH, Helen, 47, died Central Metropolitan C.M.E. Church Jessie St., with Rev. Louis Kirkland, Pastor, invite you ROBINSON, Randy 4611 North Pearl St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 September 13, 2012. Lamar, Sr., died Ofc (904) 354-7426 * Fax (904) 354-0934 to come celebrate their Annual Eastside Come CLARK, Joyce, 80, died Rev. Marquise Hardrick, Pastor Together Day, September 23, 2012, beginning at 7:00 September 13, 2012. September 16, 2012. ~ Worship Service ~ SANDERS, Byron Sun Church School - 9:30a.m. p.m. with the Reverend Michael Jackson and the Spring COLEMAN, Gid Sun Morning Worship -10:45 a.m. Anthony, 61, died Tues Eve Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Louis Kirkland, Pastor. Wilbur, 69, died Wed Bible Study - 12 Noon September 11, 2012. Rev. Marquise & Mrs. Deedra Hardrick Wed Feeding Ministry - 2:00 p.m. September 13, 2012. SAPP, Jewell Bennett, The Jacksonville Local Organizing Committee of CRAIG, Kevin, died “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, and of 70, died September 12, the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them the Millions More Movement, Inc., a local non-profit September 11, 2012. to observe all things whatsoever I have com- 2012. manded you; and, lo, I am with you always, even organization is soliciting your support. We are now ask- CYRUS, Robert Harold, unto the end of the world. Amen.” SCOPOLI, Mariano Mathew 28:19-20 ing for your help by donating non-perishable items for 75, died September 13, our fast approaching 'Thanksgiving Basket Give-A- Sonny, Jr., 66, died 2012. September 13, 2012. Way'. Each year JLOC-MMM Inc., for the past 7 years, DAVIS, Lucinda, died Lion of the Tribe of Judah Ministries, Inc. has worked hard to bring joy to underserved families in SELVIEGE, Patricia September 13, 2012. Dore, died September 14, Jacksonville and the surrounding area. You can donate PASTOR DAVIS, Raymond, 53, Website: very easy by bringing your non-perishable item / items 2012. Dr. Sirretta Williams died September 13, 2012. SMITH, Joshua D., 31, www.lottojm.com to 916 N. Myrtle Avenue, Monday through Friday DAVIS, Teresa Norris, between the hours of 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. You can died September 12, 2012. died September 14, 2012. TILLMAN-Christison, (Temporary services held) also call us at 904-240-9133 or 904-354-1775 for pick 623 Beechwood St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 DENSON, Maria Anita, Baby, died September 10, up. If you want to know more about Jacksonville Local died September 16, 2012. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. ~ Sunday Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. Organizing Committee of the Millions More Movement 2012. Every 5th Sunday Friends and Family Day DORTZBACH, Elmer, Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Inc., visit our website: www.realpagessite.com/jack- VILLA, Infant Jazmin 90, died September 16, Estrella, died September Direct Phone: 904.866.7047 * Office Phone: 904.356.4226 sonvilleloc. Please help JLOC,MMM Inc., "as we work Seeing Beyond The Lifestyle To Save A Life 2012. 11, 2012. to end the community violence by providing a good, DOUGLAS, Howard, quality education and not more incarceration." WASHINGTON, C. L. Page Mortuary offers full funeral 87, died September 16, Apostle Lorraine B., died and cremation services at an afford- 2012. September 10, 2012. able price because we care. Come join Bishop Dr. Lorenzo Hall Sr. every ESTAVIA, Christopher Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 WILLIAMS, Edward, “We are now offering Live Streaming Mark, died September 14, of Funeral and Visitation Services.” PM for Prayer Meeting and Bible Study at The III, 34, died September 2012. 12, 2012. Greater El-Beth-El Divine Holiness Church, located FOURAKER, Robert at 723 W. 4th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209. WILLIAMS, Zona L., Aaron, 79, died 43, died September 11, September 14, 2012. 2012. 3031 Moncrief Road * Jacksonville, FL 32209 Listings are due the Tuesday before the next issue. HARRIS, Lucille, died Carla L. Page, LFDIC Email submissions preferred. Send to: WYNN, Amos, Jr., died Visit us at September 10, 2012. September 12, 2012. WWW.CLPAGEMORTUARY.COM [email protected] HENNING, Marie Madeleine, 83, died ~*~ September 13, 2012. Tune In To WCGL AM Radio Ask Us About Our JAMES, Charles, died GEORGIA DEATHS September 14, 2012. 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We talked with the Supervisor of Election to find out why so many names could be removed, and he explained. Removal and Reinstatement of Names on Voter Rolls If the supervisor of elections receives change of address information from jury notices signed by the voter and returned to the courts, from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, or from other sources indicating that the voter might have changed his or her legal address, the supervisor of elections office will send an address confirmation final notice to the voter. All voters who have been mailed an address confirmation final notice and who do not return the form within 30 days will be placed on the inactive voter registration list. Voters on the inactive list may be reinstated by updating their voter registration, appearing to vote, or requesting a vote by mail ballot, providing their status has not changed. However, after two general elections from the date the notice was sent, all inactive voters who show no activity will be removed from the registration records and must register again in order to vote. (See Section 98.065, Florida Statutes) What this means is that we have work to do and he has agreed to help, where legal- ly possible. First, we must be prepared. Types of Identification Accepted Current and valid photo and signature identification are required to vote at the polls. A voter who fails to show photo and signature identification will be required to vote a provisional ballot. Acceptable forms of identification include: Florida driver license Florida identification card issued by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles United States passport Debit or credit card Military identification Student identification Retirement center identification Neighborhood association identification Public assistance identification It is important that when getting an acceptable ID, you must first, have a certified copy of your birth certificate. If you have had a name change since birth, then it is imperative that you show a certified copy of the mrriage license or document that changed your name, no matter how often you changed your name and recorded such on public records. ONLY certified documents are acceptable. We are aware of a lady who is 92 years old, and was married in 1940. She was born in Jacksonville but married in Georgia. Therefore, she had to contact Georgia to get her certified marriage certificate since her marriage occurred after 1935. Her husband passed some years ago and she never remarried. Yet, she had to show how her name was changed from birth. The deadline to register is October 9th. Early voting begins on October 27th. It is important that you check the list if you have not voted in more than two federal elec- tions, and have your friends, relatives and associates do the same. The list of those removed from the voters roll is in alphabetical order so, if you sus- pect your name or someone you know name has been removed, please contact them or call the office of the Supervisor of Elections at (904) 630-1414 or www.duvalelec- tions.com. Reach them on facebook or twitter at: www.twitter.com/duvalcountysoe. FLORIDA COURT SETS ATHEIST HOLY DAY In Florida, an atheist created a The lawyer immediately stood The lawyer said," Your Honor, case against Easter and Passover and objecting to the ruling saying, we are unaware of any special Holy days. He hired an attorney to "Your honor, How can you possibly observance or holiday for atheists." bring a discrimination case against dismiss this case? The Christians The judge said, "The calendar Christians and Jews and observanc- have Christmas, Easter and others. says April 1st is April Fool�s Day. es of their holy days. The argument The Jews have Passover, Yom Psalm 14:1 states, 'The fool says in was that it was unfair that atheists Kippur and Hanukkah, yet my client his heart, there is no God.' Thus, it had no such recognized days. and all other atheists have no such is the opinion of this court, that, if The case was brought before a holidays..." your client says there is no God, judge. After listening to the pas- The judge leaned forward in his then he is a fool. Therefore, sionate presentation by the lawyer, chair saying, "But you do. Your April 1st is his day. the judge banged his gavel declar- client, counselor, is woefully igno- ing, "Case dismissed!" rant." Court is adjourned..." THE ABOVE IS A JOKE. VOTING IS NOT! LEARN ABOUT VOTING RIGHTS LAWS

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E kaabo (eh-kah-bow). Welcome.

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NAME THAT TUNE! “Ba doo ba doo ba doo ba doo doo. Jacksonville Jazz Doooo doo. Ba doo ba doo ba doo ba doo doo. Doooo doo. Ba doo ba doo ba doo Society Presents a ba doo doo. Doooo doo. Dooo doo doo doo doo. Doooo doo.” If you guessed the Jazz Fling in opening bars of “So What” from Miles’ (no last name required) album, Kind of Blue, you’re a REAL jazz lover! White. All this talk about IN JAZZ WE jazz makes me want to talk about jazz! TRUST. Speaking of TALK OF THE jazz lovers, readers of TALK TOWN! readers, did you OF THE TOWN! were intro- know that our city, once duced to the only jazz club in known as Cowford, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, lead Jacksonville Jazz Society officers, left to right, Anthony Harmon, Marquetta Sturdivant, Linda Witsell, and Na'im by its first African-American Rashid mayor (in the year of our first African-American President of the United States) has a real, live jazz organization? We do. It is the Jacksonville Jazz Society. Actually, one would expect a city the size of Jacksonville, which boasts the largest, free jazz festival in the nation, to have a group dedicated to the town, Jazzland Café on the city’s “Arlington-side” promotion of the musical art form known as jazz. (you know, like Northside, Westside, Eastside, The Jacksonville Jazz Society, about 3 or 4 years old, was originally known Southside), in our first column one year ago and as the Ritz Jazz Society. The association continues to grow under the leadership of throughout the year. Carole Freeman, owner of the Anthony Harmon, President, Na’im Rashid, Vice President, Linda Witsell, club, is a jazz aficionado, who presents live jazz every Secretary, and Marquetta Sturdivant, Treasurer. Friday and Saturday night and a jam session on The society recently held an elegant soiree and fund raiser at The Place, Carole Freeman Tuesdays (haven’t made it yet, but I hear it is a blast). Carl Gamble’s banquet room at 8th and Main in Springfield. Members and guests Recently we stopped in were chic in all white attire, while enjoying delicious delectables catered by Carl to catch the debut perform- and dancing to the sounds of live music by Pierre & Company. ance of Femunician Jazz Membership in the society is open to anyone who is interested in all genres Ensemble, an all-female of jazz music. The group enjoys attending jazz sets around the city, travelling to jazz jazz band. They were festivals (they are planning a trip to the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans, smoking! Headed by April, 2013), and listening to and discussing the nuances of the music. flutist, Linda Witsell, the Contact [email protected] for more information. group includes Allana Southerland – saxophone, Joyce Genwright - bass guitar, Gwenetta McIntyre – piano, and Melanie Di Lorenzo - drums. "Femunician" on stage at Jazzland Cafe The ensemble came about as the result of a sug- gestion from Jazzland’s Freeman to Witsell, who has played with other bands at the club. And the rest, as they say, is history. Femunician will appear monthly at Jazzland. Aren't they lovely, left to right, Gloria Gardner, Jazzland is located at 1324 University Boulevard (near the corner of Frances Bradley with Carl Gamble, Owner, The Place and Carl's on Main Street Linda Witsell, Karen Brown, and Shirley Douglas? University and Arlington Road). For the club’s calendar and other information, visit www.jazzlandcafe.com or call (904) 240-1009.

"Barmeister" Linnie Williams Pretty in white, left to right, Diane Ricketts, Velma Adams, of Carl's Main Street Catering Enjoying the music are, left to right, N'goma and Paula Myrick, and Ida Commodore Normadine Woolfrite, Millie and Warren Small

Longineu Parsons Quartet

Ok Sun Burks, Ken Hamilton, "Femunician", left to right, Gwenetta McIntyre, Joyce Frances Bradley Queenie Thompson of Genwright, Allana Southerland, Melanie Di Lorenzo-, join Helen Orlando with best and Linda Witsell with Carole Freeman Holloway and bud, Vimilakshi friend Archer

Kenny MacKenzie Trio: Kenny MacKenzie, piano, Scott Mariash, drums, and John Pellegrino, bass

The Galvins

Jazzland Cafe's Owner Carol Freeman, with The Southern Art Music Ensemble, left to right, ,Alfred Salvant, George Rodgers, Michael Decuir, and Michael Ryce Jazz Society members have fun! SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 THE STAR PAGE A-5

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Co-Directed by Seth Barrish. Produced by Ira Glass. This is a comedy but it is based on the true story of comedian Mike Birgiglia who is a habitual sleep walker in real life. Sleep walking is a brain dysfunction where the mind cannot distinguish between things that go on in a dream and real life. So while they are asleep, they physically get up Oogieloves and act out what they are dreaming about like it is real. Some parts are funny but others are serious like the time Birbiglia was dreaming that he was on a crashing Delighting Children Everywhere! spaceship and the only way out was to jump through a window in the spaceship. Unfortunately, the dream was so real that he actually got up and jumped out of a sec- By Rych McCain, [email protected] and Facebook ond story hotel window while still sleep and had to be hospitalized. This is one of Photos Courtesy of Kenn Viselman Presents those small, odd type of movies that only a select few can appreciate. Hit up my blogs: In a fairytale village called Lovelyloveville; there live three tight knit friends who happen to be Oogieloves. They are colorful and full of clean, honest fun. The green one is Goobie. He is stereotyp- www.rychmccainhollyhoodnotes.blogspot.com ically branded as nerdy because he scientastically loves science, is an inventor and wears glasses. www.rychmccainreviewwagon.blogspot.com The yellow girl Oogielove is Zoozie, who speaks every language including Animal and loves every- Study, Observe and Win! thing to do with sparkles and the color pink. Rounding out the trio via the color purple is Toofie, a fear- Rych less adventurer who faces every obstacle with unabashed excitement and courage. The film centers on the trio planning to give their sleepy pillow friend Schluuty a surprise birthday party and gifting him ************************************ with five magic balloons. Unfortunately, on the way to the party, their buddy J. Edgar the vacuum America’s Young ‘Globals’ See U.S. Role Differently, Author Says cleaner was bringing the balloons and goofed up and let go of them and they drifted away in the sky. The three Oogieloves then set out to find the five magic balloons with the help of Windy Window He Notes Benefits of Millennials’ Itch to Travel, Work Abroad and the adventure begins. On the way they run into very interesting people. Oogieloves is filled with music and interactive entertainment that will encourage the children to sing and even get up and dance with the characters on screen via on screen cues to tell them when to begin and stop. The By Ross H. Palfreyman whole concept of Oogieloves comes from veteran children’s entertainment creator Kenn Viselman who gave the world “Thomas the Tank Engine” and the “Teletubbies.” Viselman’s cast reads like a Just a couple decades who’s-who of showbusiness including Grammy® winner Toni Braxton, Academy Award® winner Cloris ago, only the young adult Leachman, Emmy® winner Christopher Lloyd, Academy Award Nominated Chazz Palminteri, Cary children of the very rich, the Elwes and Jamie Pressly. very religious or the very Viselman went to see a Tyler Perry movie in a predominantly African-American theater and was taken back by the fact that Blacks talk back to the screen. So when asked where he got the idea for adventurous ventured abroad a children’s movie that would allow them to interact with the screen he laughs saying, “For me, I had to live and work in other cul- this question. What would make a movie appropriate? What would get young kids to go to a movie tures. and actually be able to enjoy themselves?” The Tyler Perry experience stuck in his head and the “It was a life-chang- Oogielove interactive concept was born. Viselman continued, “We looked for really good character ing experience for those of us actors, we tried to create something between the musical sounds and the little jokes that everyone fortunate enough to be would understand including the youngest viewer but wouldn’t alienate the care giver who’s there say- offered it,” says Ross ing huh, ‘I’m going to hate going to this movie but I’m doing it anyway. That wasn’t the kind of show I Palfreyman a lawyer who wanted to make.” recounts his two years as a Viselman is a strong proponent to “G” rated films especially for children and objects to the violence young missionary during the and other negative offerings in PG rated films just so the studios can lure the parents and children into 1970s in Two Years in God’s the theaters. He explains, “Its just not necessary. I believe that there is enough violence in the world that we can have 83 minutes of love. We can show kids love. Kids learn from the behavior that they Mormon Army (www.mor- see. Why do we have to present hell to them? Why do we have to tell them there’s something evil so monarmy.net). you had better be good or you’ll experience evil? Why can’t we just experience love? So we put the “If you had wealthy Oogieloves in Lovelyloveville for that reason. parents, joined the Peace Corps or belonged to a faith with a belief in mission work, you were able to develop empathy and a broader world view at a younger age,” he ************************************ says. “In my church, young men typically go abroad for their mission trip at 19 Rych McCain’s Hollyhood Notes! years old and stay for two years. For Baptists, it may be a group of high school stu- By Rych McCain, [email protected] and Facebook dents spending their spring break building a church in Haiti. Whatever the reason, the lessons learned were the same: Less ethnocentricity, the gratification that comes TV: from service to your fellow man, self-discipline, self-sacrifice.” A busy year for Actress Vanessa Bell Calloway continues with a guest role Travel abroad for work and study is no longer the experience of a select few on Matthew Perry’s new NBC series “Go On”. Playing the mother of Owen (Tyler and that has helped shape America’s young adults for the better, Palfreyman says. James Williams), a member of Perry’s support group, Calloway was initially invit- Surveys show they have a global world view fostered by the internet and social net- ed to guest star in one episode but has already been invited to return. Calloway is works that cross boundaries. also currently in production on John Wells’ top-rated hour-long drama “Shameless” Having online “friends” in other countries and being immediately connected (January 2013) on Showtime. In addition, she will appear in three upcoming feature to events in faraway lands through social networks such as Twitter makes them curi- films: “The Obama Effect,” “The Under Shepherd,” and “The Last Fall,” winner ous about and respectful of other cultures, he says. of the HBO Best Feature Film Award at the Martha’s Vineyard African American “America’s young adults are the ‘First Globals,’ a term coined by the poll- Film Festival (2012). “Go On” airs Tuesdays at 9/8c on NBC. It’s time for another ster John Zogby,” Palfreyman says. “The group of people born from 1979 to 1990 revolution! Gabriel Iglesias is back at it and taking over the Ft. Lauderdale Improv travel; they embrace and feel connected to other cultures; they want to make a dif- with his funniest friends for the second season of “Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand- ference.” Up Revolution,” premiering on Comedy Central on Thursday, October 4 at 10:00 That’s exactly what his two years as a missionary did for him, Palfreyman p.m. ET/PT. Iglesias opens each of the six episodes with all-new material, introduc- says. ing several stand-up guests throughout each show. Comedian, long-time friend and He notes these characteristics of 22- to 33-year-olds: “the craziest man in show business” Martin Moreno returns as the show announcer • Two-thirds have passports. By comparison, according to officials from the U.S. and guest commentator, and three-time GRAMMY® Award-winners Ozomatli are Travel Association, less than one-third of all Americans – 30 percent – have pass- also back to rock out as the house band. New this season, Fluffy gets animated for ports. Two of five Globals say they expect to live and work in a foreign capital at several never-before-seen cartoons. Comedians stopping by to join the fun include some time in their lives. Ian Bagg, Tony Baker, Dov Davidoff, Pablo Francisco, Dillon Garcia, Nick • 270,000 young people studied abroad in 2009-10. In 1989-90, only about 30,000 Guerra, Trevor Noah, Thai Rivera, Alfred Robles, Wil Sylvince, Gina Yashere, and did so, according to the International Institute of Education. While Western Dustin Ybarra. Actor and comedian Mike Epps will once again host this year’s European countries are still their top destinations, students are increasingly choos- BET HIP HOP AWARDS The festivities will tape from the Boisfeuillet Jones ing more far-flung locales, especially China and other Asian nations. Atlanta Civic Center in Atlanta on Saturday, September 29, 2012 with the network • They want to “make the world a better place to live." A study of 10,000 adults premiere on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at 8:00 pm*. by Campbell & Co. fundraising consultants found this group is more likely than any Festival: other generation to cite world improvement as the key reason for their philanthropy. The short film Juliette Fairley’s Mulatto’s Dilemma (JFMD) premiered this (They also give just as much as other generations.) weekend at the New York International Film Festival in Los Angeles to a full house • They want to make a global impact. The Campbell study found they are most at the Raleigh Film Studios in Hollywood this past weekend.“It is rewarding to sit likely of all age groups to respond positively to messages that focus on the global in the audience and experience the viewer’s response to my work,” said Fairley. impact of an organization's work. What started as a solo show that Fairley performed alone off-Broadway two years The problems we face today, such as global warming and regional conflicts, ago at the Roy Arias Theater in New York and the Whitefire Theatre in Sherman will require nations and cultures to work together toward solutions, Palfreyman Oaks has quickly gained significance on the film festival circuit due to the television says. syndication of the prequel Mulatto Saga. JFMD is the sequel to the short film “This generation just might be able to achieve that.” Mulatto Saga, which is currently airing on network affiliates and cable stations SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 THE STAR PAGE A-7

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Lady Saw Elephant Man Tessane Chyn Beanie Man JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY APPLIED PHYSICS LAB ACCUSED OF RACIAL AND SEXUAL ORIENTATION DISCRIMINATION; CASE HEADS TO TRIAL THIS WEEK

BALTIMORE-A racial and sexual orientation discrimination lawsuit against she and her daughter had gone to see the play, Lion King. "Ms. Casanova stated to the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel heads to Plaintiff that Plaintiff reminded Ms. Casanova of the monkey in the Lion King trial this month in Howard County Circuit Court following an investigation by a fed- because of his hair and the animated way he jumped around." eral compliance office that faulted the lab's April 2009 firing of the plaintiff, Desyree Furthermore, the complaint noted that after talking to supervisors about the Dixon, of Baltimore. inappropriate behavior of her colleagues, Ms. Dixon was terminated in April 2009 In her court complaint, Ms. Dixon recited numerous incidents of racial and when the lab contended that she did not follow proper policy with her timecards and sexual orientation harassment and discrimination since she began working at APL in mischarged 3.6 hours of time. the fall of 2007. She maintained that her termination was an example of the retalia- Under federal contracting laws, APL is subject to regulations applied by the tion against her for protesting how she was treated. Her complaint describes Ms. Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). Ms. Dixon asked Dixon as a gay, African American female of Jamaican descent. She had worked as a OFCCP to investigate her wrongful termination. In May, OFCCP determined that recruiter in APL's human resources department. APL applied its timecard policy inconsistently by failing to terminate "a non-minor- "We are optimistic that if this goes to court, Howard County jurors will say ity male employee who was found guilty of timecard fraud on several occasions." what happened to Ms. Dixon was wrong, even if it was done by one of Howard OFCCP concluded that APL's termination of Ms. Dixon, a "positively performing County's largest employers," said David A. Branch, the attorney representing Ms. employee" was under a timecard fraud policy that was inconsistently applied and Dixon. "APL is a large federal contractor, and its refusal to date to correct its ram- "fails every reasonable test of a pattern and practice." pant culture of discrimination and retaliation, despite multiple federal rulings, is Remarking on Ms. Dixon's complaints, as well as others reviewed by inexplicable. If what happened to Ms. Dixon can go on at one of Maryland's largest OFCCP, Mr. Branch said, "This isn't like the local Human Rights office, which often employers, it's clear that we have lots of work to do to ensure that the civil rights of doesn't have the resources to fully investigate cases and simply issues a right to sue all workers are upheld regardless of their race, religion or sexual orientation." letter. This is the federal government - the same federal government that gives APL According to the complaint, Ms. Dixon's coworkers subjected her to relent- hundreds of millions a year in federal contracts. It dedicated the resources to really less harassment, homophobic jokes and comments. For instance, the complaint examine every person's claims and found in each of these cases that APL violated its recites a conversation during a meeting in early 2008. "...a team member discussed federal contracts." a job candidate who had an androgynous appearance. The team member remarked in front of the entire team that it was impossible to tell whether 'it was a he or a she.' Other team members laughed at the joke. Plaintiff asked the team member whether the job candidate was hired. The team member responded, 'Of course not. If he or she can't even figure out what they are how are they going to do the job.' " The complaint noted that Ms. Dixon's supervisor, Rebecca Casanova, who is white Hispanic, was present at this meeting, as well as on other occasions when inap- propriate racial and sexual comments were made. Moreover, the complaint cited the response from Ms. Casanova after the supervisor learned that her new employee was gay. "Ms. Casanova later told Plaintiff that Plaintiff should not tell people in the Space Department that she was gay, especially the managers, because they 'are con- servative' and would not react positively to the information. Ms. Casanova later said, 'This is great - I get to check five boxes for you: gay, black, female, Jamaican, and Catholic." At another time, the complaint said that Ms. Casanova told Ms. Dixon that PAGE A-8 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 RWDNKE"PQVKEG

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Mayor Alvin Brown’s Wife, Santhea Keynote Speaker As Sinal Sisters in Christ Host 12th Annual Women's Conference

The Sinai Sisters In Christ Women's Ministry: Mas Spice, Betty J. Cothron, Janet Jones, Jackie Alderman, Eloise Burroughs, Mary Kimbrough, Classie Roberts, Jackie Jones, Santhea Hicks - Brown wife of Jacksonville’s Mayor Alvin Brown, Wallette Gundy Chair, Caroly Wood, Delores Gordon, Sandra Thompson, Loraine Brown, Kimberly Smokes, Lola Salters, Rose Johnson, Willie M McGray, Virginia Daise, Doris Ervin, Alice Melton, Roslyn Robinson, Julia Floyd, Shirley Williamson, Evelyn Jackson, Patricia Greene, Mary McDougal, and Laver Sanders.

Tara R Smith and Iva M. Smith Sandra Thompson and Pastor R. L. Gundy Wallette Gundy Chair, Keynote Speaker Santhea Hicks- Brown, wife of Jacksonville’s Mayor Alvin, Cora Albertie, and Sheryl Walker. The women of Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church in Jacksonville until the torch was passed on to Sis. Wallette Gundy who became the new Chair of recently held their 12th annual women’s conference under the theme, Spiritual the SSIC in 2003 Transformation Romans 12:1-2. “It was determined that there was an absolute need to bring all the women of The ‘sisters of the Mount’ as they are often referred to had the pleasure of the church together to meet the total needs of the girls and women within the min- hosting Mrs. Santhea Hicks-Brown as keynote speaker at the event. The wife of the istry,” said a spokeswoman. “We address, educate and discuss them on a variety of Mayor of Jacksonville, Alvin Brown encouraged and uplifted the women in her topics including, domestic violence, Christian Education, evangelism, women health address. issues, and conduct exercise classes. We also participate in round table discussions The SSIC (Sinai Sisters In Christ) are certainly proud of their organization with the young girls, support college and university students, and conduct annual which began back in 2000. After vision development and determining the needs, retreats, workshops, and conferences.” Pastor R. L. Gundy suggested the name Sinai Sisters in Christ and as a result, the “Overall,” she noted, “Our goal and mission is to meet the needs of the total women ministry was birthed. spiritually, socially, economically, educationally and informed politically.” The first President was Sis. Vermeil Kielce. She maintained her post Gospel Legend Vickie Winans Delivers During New Bethel AME’s Second Annual Black And White Ball At The Wyndham Soulful gospel great Vickie Winans bought the house down during the Annual Black and White Ball. Attendees included our own publisher, C. McLaughlin.

Photos by Angela Favors-Morrell, Florida/Georgia Star PAGE B 2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 Get Savvy about Healthcare to Protect Five Tips for Women to Deal Your Family with Everyday Aches and Pains

(StatePoint) Health care costs are on the rise. Between a matur- ing baby boom population and an explosion of available tests, (StatePoint) As a woman, you most likely experience aches and treatments and devices, Americans spend about twice as much pains from your daily activities no matter what your lifestyle per capita for healthcare compared to other western countries. entails. In fact, a recent study shows 89 percent of women experi- ence some type of muscle or joint pain every year, and 63 percent Some experts warn that despite legislation like the Affordable Care Act that prom- experience it weekly, according to ProAct, an independent market- ises to expand quality coverage to everyone, there are still a lot of unknowns about ing research firm. the future of healthcare in this country. But whether the discomfort stems from a day at work, strenuous exercise or “Getting savvy about your health and the future of healthcare politics can help housework, pain has its price -- from feeling tired and low on energy, to contribut- protect you and your family, no matter what trends we see in the years to come,” ing to feelings of stress, depression and frustration. says Virgil Simons, Founder and President of The Prostate Net, a non-profit patient education and advocacy organization. Before discomfort gets the better of you, reduce your risk for pain and relieve the aches you already have with these simple measures: Here are some important steps to consider: • Avoid overexertion: Don’t save all your heavy-duty chores for one weekend, • Know your health risks. Some populations are more susceptible to certain especially if you’re not regularly active. “If you suddenly spend the whole day diseases than others, and if you have a family history of a particular disease, you cleaning out your basement, or climbing ladders to clear gutters, muscle strain or may be genetically predisposed for a certain condition. Take advantage of free overexertion is highly likely,” says family physician Elena Klimenko, M.D. “You screenings where possible and make realistic and appropriate decisions about have to let muscles build up gradually.” what diagnostic exams are important for you to receive. Testing for the sake of testing can add enormous costs to your health care bills and may not be worth the The same goes for working out. Consult a physician or fitness professional to price tag. build an exercise routine safely.

• Disparity in quality of care is often due to lack of knowledge. Empower • Relax: Hot baths, gentle stretching and meditation can help prevent and relieve yourself to get better care with free resources. For example, The Prostate Net’s bi- stress-related muscle tension and stiffness. Even if it means putting the kids to bed monthly “In the Know” newsletters serve as a thorough review of information and early or turning your phone off for an hour, incorporate stress-free down time into developments in healthcare of critical importance to men. You can access the free your busy day, every day. newsletters online or order a print edition at www.ProstateNet.com/intheknow_a.htm. • Relieve: Next time you experience pain, avoid popping conventional painkillers that masks symptoms. “A homeopathic medicine works with your body to relieve • A recent study conducted by the Commonwealth Fund found that uninsured not only pain, but also swelling, which is a common reason for pain,” says Dr. and underinsured U.S. women are more likely to skip care because of costs than Klimenko. “It does so without the risk of drug interactions or complications, even women in 10 other industrialized nations. Be an advocate for affordable care by if combined with pharmaceuticals.” becoming an active voter and engaging your elected officials. For example, Dr. Klimenko recommends Arnicare Gel from Boiron, an over-the- • Seek alternate sources of information. Health symposiums and conventions, counter gel that can be applied anywhere on the body to reduce muscle pain and for example, bring together patients and doctors for a healthy exchange of infor- stiffness, swelling from injuries, and bruises. Because it relies on a natural active mation not normally available. The Prostate Cancer Educational Symposium is a ingredient, you can safely use it as a first line therapy to relieve pain. More infor- series of events that are free to attend and will address risk awareness, treatment mation can be found at www.Arnicare.com. options, and disease management. To register, visit www.TheProstateNet.org/Symposium.html. • Maintain a healthy weight: Excess weight puts undue stress on joints. Try a diet that promotes joint and tissue heath. Eat foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids like • Take steps to reduce your chance of being diagnosed with a life-threatening salmon. Add flaxseeds to salads or try cooking with mustard seed, ginger, turmer- disease. You can start by eliminating risky habits like smoking, reducing your ic or cayenne pepper, all of which have anti-inflammatory properties. intake of alcohol and highly processed foods, and eating a diet rich in vegetables, lean meats and whole grains. Obesity increases your risk for diseases like cancer, • Take breaks from computer work: ProAct’s research shows that women’s aches heart disease and diabetes. Incorporate exercise into your day to help maintain a and pains stem more from daily activities like sitting at a computer too long than healthy weight. from injuries. Be sure to take periodic walking breaks or sit on a ball to keep mus- cles activated. No matter what the future holds politically for healthcare reform, Americans can become their own health advocates by getting informed. While modern life has created challenges that lead to aches and pains, Dr. ***** Klimenko says women don’t need to grin and bear it. “You can take proper care of yourself to avoid pain and treat aches naturally before they get out of hand.”

*****/ Community Activities For more natural health tips, follow Dr. Klimenko’s blog at www.DrElenaKlimenko.com.

Announcements, meetings, happenings, and community events ***** scheduled in Jacksonville and the surrounding area CANCELED - Jacksonville Got Talent, on Saturday September 22, 2012, Community Activities, cont’d...... Times Union Center for Performing Arts, 300 W. Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Hemophilia Walk, this Saturday, September 22, 2012, The Jacksonville Landing 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL 32202. Call 904.353.1188 for mor infor- The Patterns Show, The Art Center Premier Gallery on Wednesday, September mation. 26, 2012, at 50 N. Laura Street, Suite 150, Bank of America Tower, Jacksonville, White Scripts and Black Supermen: Black Masculinities in American Comic FL 32202. Books on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at the Jacksonville Main Library, 303 N. Forward's Forum: Are We Stuck in Reverse? This Wednesday, September 26, Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact 904.630.2665 for more informa- 2012, at the Community First Credit Union (Lee Street), 637 N. Lee Street, tion. Jacksonville, FL 32202. For more information call 904.354.8537. CFF Tailgate - Kickoff to a Cure, this Sunday, September 23, 2012, at the Leon Russell, at the Florida Theatre, on Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at 128 EverBank Field, 1 Everbank Field Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact E. Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Please call 904.355.2787 for any infor- 904.633.6100 for additional information. mation. Come out and join River Region Human Services and Gateway Community Movies @ Main 2012: Pirate of the Caribbean: THE CURSE OF THE Services for the annual RECOVERY WALK. September marks the 23rd annu- BLACK PEARL, on Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the Jacksonville Main al observance of National Recovery Month (Recovery Month).Contact Kenneth Library, 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact 904.630.2665 for Arnold at (904) 899-6300, ext. 4444, or [email protected] for more details.Visit all information. our Strength through Recovery Facebook page at: Brad Paisley with The Band Perry and Scotty McCreery, on Thursday, www.facebook.com/StrengththroughRecovery. September 27, 2012, at the Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Sunday Night Jam, this Sunday, September 23, 2012, at the Underbelly, 113 E. Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32202. Bay St., Jacksonville, FL 32202 . MOSH After Dark: Beer Workshop with Intuition Ale Works, on Thursday, Musician's Monday, 1904 Music Hall, at 19 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville, FL September 27, 2012, at the Museum of Science and History (MOSH), 1025 32202, on Monday September 24, 2012. Please call 904.434.3475 for any infor- Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Call 904.396.MOSH for any informa- mation. tion. Art With A Heart in Heathcare Exhibition, MOCA Jacksonville, on Monday, Wines of the World: A Food and Wine Experience, this Friday, September 28, September 24, 2012, at 333 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact 2012, at the Jacksonville Main Library, 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 904.366.6911 for additional information. 32202. For more information contact 904.630.2665. ReFocus: Art of the 1980s, MOCA Jacksonville, this Monday, September 24, Batch 19 Presents: Professor Whiskey's Traveling Bizarre Bazaar's Roaring 2012, 333 N. Laura Street, .Jacksonville, FL 32202. For more detailed informa- 20's Pre-Prohibition Party, on Friday, September 28, 2012, at the The Phoenix tion call 904.366.6911. Taproom, 325 W. Forsyth St., Jacksonville, FL 32206. For more information call Downtown Top to Bottom Walking Tour, on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 , at 904.634.8813 . The Jacksonville Landing, at 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL 32202. River Rally - River City Bluez Band, Friday, September 28, 2012, at the River Price Is Right, Live! Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at the Times Union Center City Brewing Company, 835 Museum Cir., Jacksonville, FL 32207.Call for Performing Arts, 300 W. Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Call 904 904.398.2299 for additional information. 633.6110 for all information. Free Workshop: 5 Reasons why your business should have a Mobile APP, Hampton Inn, Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at 1331 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Contact 904.396.7770 for additional information. 3rd Annual Smart Women Make Change Event, on Wednesday September 26, 2012 , Hyatt Regency at Jacksonville Riverfront, 225 E. Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202. SEPTEMBER 22 THE STAR

Former Pirates Player ‘Slays’ It On The Field Earning SEC Defensive Player Of The Week Title

By DEMETRIOUS LAWRENCE Florida/Georgia Star

If South Alabama has any chance to upset No. 23 Mississippi State this week one thing is for certain - do not throw to Darius Slay’s side of the field! Slay, the Bulldogs' do-everything star, was this weeks the SEC Defensive Player of the Week. The electrifying senior defensive back has certainly earned it - Slay recorded six tackles, two interceptions, a fumble recovery and a pass break up in the Bulldogs' 30-24 win over Troy. Slay's four interceptions this year has him tied for the most in the nation. Mississippi State first signed him out of Brunswick, Ga., where he played with the Brunswick High Pirates as an all-state running back and defensive back. He was named All-State by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution at defensive back following his sen- ior season. Slay was also chosen for the Georgia North-South All Star Game plus he Brunswick High got the rushed for over 1,300 yards and 15 touchdowns in the 2008 season. He intercepted six Isaiah Crowell #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs rushes passes with two touchdown returns. Then he committed to Mississippi State in July 2010 first glimpse of talent upfield against Darius Slay #47 and Wade Bonner #7 of over offers from Kentucky, Georgia and Oklahoma State. back when Slay was a the Mississippi State Bulldogs defense at Sanford Slay then went on to play two seasons at Itawamba [MS] CC for Coach Jon Pirate Stadium on October 1, 2011 in Athens, Georgia. Williams and was twice named an All-Region selection, earned first-team All-State for both his defensive play and kick return talents by the Mississippi Association of Junior College Coaches. Also voted first-team All-Region 23 by the national coaches, Slay col- lected 27 tackles and forced one fumble on defense. He caught three passes for 63 yards including a 43-yard touchdown. Junior College Grid Wire named him to their preseason All-America second team, and Mississippi Gridiron Magazine tabbed him All-MACJC prior to the campaign. As a freshman recognized as first-team All-State and All-Region 23 at cornerback and a second-team All-State kick returner. In recent seasons, no stat has been a better harbinger of success for the Bulldogs than turnover margin. Over the last three plus seasons, State has won 19 of 20 games when victorious in the turnover column. Conversely, the Bulldogs have won just four times out of 12 when losing the turnover battle. Through three games, State ranks atop the nation along with Alabama with a +11 turnover margin. The Bulldogs are tied for the national lead with both 12 forced turnovers and one lost turnover. The Mississippi State Bulldog defense has picked off a national-best seven passes and allowed opponents only an 102 passer rating, good ....for sixth in the SEC and 21st nationally.....I'd be willing to Defensive back Darius Slay #9 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs intercepts a pass in bet a small fortune that Darius Slay has a lot to do with that success! the end zone in the fourth quarter of a NCAA college football game on September 8, 2012 at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Mississippi. First African Baptist Church SSI, Georgia Pastors Installation Photo Highlights Show Church’s Continued Growth In Community PAGE B-4 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 22, 2012

Atlanta’s Olympians Jacksonville Offense Fizzles In Home Watch Falcons Win Opener Loss To Houston, 27-7 Over Broncos 27-21

Before the Falcons won over the Broncos, local athletes who took London 2012 by storm were the stars at the Georgia Dome in an honors ceremony. Here are track and field stars who shared their medals. Left to right: Reese Hoffa from Augusta. The University of Georgia alum won a bronze medal in shotput (Left) America’s golden girl of the track, Olympian Sanya during the 2012 London Games. Hoffa also competed in the Richards-Ross wife of Jags CB Aaron Ross greets the 2004 and 2008 games. crowd. Photos by Laurence Green/Star Photographer Angelo Taylor from Albany was a gold medalist on the 2000 and 2008 4x400m relay teams, and also won gold Jaguars linebacker tackling the Texans both years in the 400m hurdles. Taylor won a silver as part Matt Schaub just as he releases the ball of the 4x400 relay team at the 2012 games. Ellenwood’s DeeDee Trotter won the bronze in the Photos by Laurence Green/Star 400 meters this year, but earned gold in the same event in Photographer 2004 and 2008. Next is Aries Merritt from Marietta, who currently holds the word record in 110m hurdles. Merritt won gold in the same event in London. Also pictured is Christian Taylor from Sandy Creek High School in Tyrone. Taylor is the Georgia state record holder in the long jump, triple jump and 400m. Taylor won gold in the triple jump in London. The BCC Band thrills sports fans during halftime as the Jags hosted their first homegame of the season. Photos COLLEGE FOOTBALL: by Laurence Green/Star Photographer Edward Waters Wins On The By MIKE BONTS Florida/Georgia Star Road at Livingstone College 42-36 A 27-7 loss to division rival Houston Sunday and an 0-2 start has the Jacksonville Jaguars looking for answers. "That was not a good showing," said first-year Jaguars coach Mike Mularkey. "We never really gave ourselves a chance to be in that ballgame against a very good football team." The Texans' defense recorded three sacks while holding Jacksonville to minus-4 yards through the air. The visitors took a 17- point lead into halftime. Jaguars' QB Blaine Gabbert was 7-of-19 for 53 yards and a touchdown pass. The Jaguars recorded a franchise-low 117 total yards Military members lead the Jaguars onto of offense and couldn't convert a third down in the game in nine tries. the field. Photos by Laurence Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 60 yards on 12 carries, a five-yard Green/Star Photographer By MIKE BONTS touchdown pass, one of three catches for seven yards. Florida/Georgia Star Mularkey is stressing to his club that the season has a long way than 500 students who earned their seat. More to go. than 5,000 youth and their chaperones will par- “It was one football game. It was not a season. It was not a ticipate in the Jaguars Foundation’s nationally SALISBURY - The engine and transmission are good day for the Jaguars, but it was one day. Fortunately, we have more recognized Honor Rows this year. in place at Livingstone College, but the Blue Bears games to play. I’ve been in this position as a player and a coach, and Missing Pieces may need to get their brakes checked.That was the sto- really gone on to good things before the year was over with. “I’ve tried Seven players missed the Texans' game ryline again Saturday at Alumni Stadium, where to show them this is not the end of the world," he said. with injuries, including starting offensive line- Livingston College scored enough points to win - yet The Texans' Arian Foster rushed for 110 yards and a touch- men Eben Britton and Cameron Bradfield, line- didn't. down. Ben Tate ran for a pair of TDs as Houston (2-0) used two long backer Daryl Smith and cornerback Derek Cox. "We're working too hard," coach Elvin James scoring drives in the second half to seal the victory. Foster became the Backup running back Rashad Jennings, who said after win less Livingstone dropped a 42-36 deci- all-time the Texans' rusher. He carried the ball 28 times and added six started the sion to Edward Waters College (2-2). "Thirty-six catches for 37 yards. Tate rushed for 74 yards on 12 carries and hauled opener against Minnesota, also missed Sunday. points? That should be enough to win in the CIAA. But in four passes for 23 yards. Houston QB Matt Schaub was26-of-35 Meanwhile, Mularkey said he expects passes for 195 yards. the second-year QB Blaine Gabbert to play that's what happens when you dig yourself a big hole." "Just a great all-around team effort," Texans coach Gary Sunday The hole in question was a 28-7 deficit the Blue Kubiak said. "We played good physical football and protected the ball despite an injury. “I would anticipate Blaine Bears (0-3) fell into early in the second quarter. It left all day." playing,” the head coach said their defenders a long way from happy. Houston Game Notes Monday. Gabbert sustained the glute (butt mus- "They made it nerve-wracking," said winning Jacksonville opened a season with back-to-back losses for the cle) injury against Houston but wasn’t sure coach Brad Bernard. "We were never sure of anything. first time since 2009 ...Foster passed Domanick Williams (3,195) for exactly when it occurred. Gabbert underwent an That new quarterback they have is a great athlete. And first on the franchise's all-time rushing list ...... Jacksonville's previous MRI and will be limited in practice. coach James is doing a great job with the limited franchise-low for yards was 126 on Dec. 16, 2004 against Houston ... Up Next resources he has." The Texans ran 83 offensive plays, the most in team history in regula- The Jaguars face another AFC Southern Suwayne Hylton caught TD passes of 18 and tion ...Houston set a franchise record for time of possession, holding Division rival Sunday on the road at the 45, yards from QB Brandon Turman to give the Tigers the ball for 43:17. Indianapolis Colts (1-1). Adam Vinatieri's 53- Texans earned their fourth straight victory over Jacksonville yard field goal with eight seconds left that lifted an early 14-7 lead. Turman would add a six yard strike and won back-to-back games to open a season for the third straight the Colts to a 23-20 victory over the Minnesota to Devion Laws. Hylton caught five passes for 125 year. The game kicked off the 2012 Honor Rows Season,with more Vikings Sunday. yards. Ray Dukes scored on a 2 yard run and Ralph shouldn't be doing. We know better. We should be win- march that culminated when Powell scored on a quar- Shuler's eight yard TD rounded out the scoring for ning games.” terback sneak with 5:41 remaining. After EWC was EWC. Phillip Teamer ran for 101 yards on 20 carries Freshman QB Drew Powell passed for 295 call for successive penalties on the PAT attempt, for the visitors. yards and three touchdowns and ran for Livingstone's Livingstone opted to try for a two-point conversion. On the defensive side EWC's Arthur Smith two other scores. "I wanted them to go for two," Bernard said. returned a fumble 15 yards for a TD for a 35-21 half- "This offense is definitely a sight to see," "Because I wanted to stop them right there." time lead. Berta Balfour recorded seven unassisted Powell said afterward. "But it has little to do with me Instead, wideout Montoria Hood took a hand tackles and six tackles along with an interception for or the players. It's the system. The players just make the off and scored on a sweep to the left side, bringing the the Tigers. system better. It's so effective, so unstoppable. Blue Bears within six points. Their final possession Livingstone had allowed 161 points in three Livingstone pulled within a touchdown on its stalled when Powell threw an interception with 1:13 to games, so a strong second-quarter and second-half first drive of the second half when Powell connected play. showing was encouraging. with Avery Collins on a 22-yard TD pass. It was 42-28 "It's still early in the season," Turman said after "It's frustrating," said freshman linebacker Tigers midway through the fourth period when LC passing for 191 yards and three TDs. "They have time James Franklin. "Sometimes we do things we things we mounted its final scoring drive, an 11-play, 70-yard to fix what's wrong. They're going to be all right." 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America’s Young ‘Globals’ See U.S. Role the global impact of an organization's work. The problems we face today, such as global warming and regional Differently, Author Says conflicts, will require nations and cultures to work together toward solutions, He Notes Benefits of Millennials’ Itch to Travel, Palfreyman says. Work Abroad “This generation just might be able to achieve that.” ************************************ By Ross H. Palfreyman Fun Halloween Ideas for the Family Just a couple decades ago, only the young adult children of the very rich, the very religious or the very adventurous ventured abroad to live and (StatePoint) Autumn is here, which means Halloween is fast approaching. You work in other cultures. can help make this season extra special for your kids by getting them in the “It was a life-changing experience for those of us fortunate enough to spooky spirit with some great Halloween reading, viewing and hands-on ac- be offered it,” says Ross Palfreyman a lawyer who recounts his two years as tivities. a young missionary during the 1970s in Two Years in God’s Mormon Army (www.mormonarmy.net). Eerie Reading “If you had wealthy parents, joined the Peace Corps or belonged to a With all that homework that comes with a new school year, you may be hard faith with a belief in mission work, you were able to develop empathy and a pressed to get your kids to do any extra reading. However, a fun Halloween broader world view at a younger age,” he says. book will earn their attention. Check out “Professor Gargoyle: Tales From “In my church, young men typically go abroad for their mission trip Lovecraft Middle School #1,” by Charles Gilman, the first in a new series at 19 years old and stay for two years. For Baptists, it may be a group of high about the strange world of a creepy middle school. With a science teacher who school students spending their spring break building a church in Haiti. What- morphs into a monster before you even open the book, this is one book you can ever the reason, the lessons learned were the same: Less ethnocentricity, the judge by its cover, and it may also inspire a great costume. gratification that comes from service to your fellow man, self-discipline, self- sacrifice.” A nod to H.P. Lovecraft, the iconic horror author of the 20th century, this book Travel abroad for work and study is no longer the experience of a se- is ideal for boys and girls ages 10 and older. To learn more about the book, visit lect few and that has helped shape America’s young adults for the better, Pal- www.lovecraftmiddleschool.com. freyman says. Surveys show they have a global world view fostered by the internet and social networks that cross boundaries. Frightful Viewing Having online “friends” in other countries and being immediately con- There’s nothing more evocative of the season than a Halloween movie. You nected to events in faraway lands through social networks such as Twitter can make a night of it at home with some popcorn and an old classic like “It’s makes them curious about and respectful of other cultures, he says. the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” or take the kids to the theater for a new “America’s young adults are the ‘First Globals,’ a term coined by the tale. “Hotel Transylvania,” for example, a 3-D computer-animated film star- pollster John Zogby,” Palfreyman says. “The group of people born from 1979 ring Adam Sandler and Selena Gomez, will make Dracula fun for kids. to 1990 travel; they embrace and feel connected to other cultures; they want to make a difference.” Creepy Crafting That’s exactly what his two years as a missionary did for him, Pal- From carving your own Jack-o-Lanterns to designing your own Halloween freyman says. costumes to adorning your house and yard with homemade decorations, Hal- He notes these characteristics of 22- to 33-year-olds: loween presents the perfect opportunity to get creative with crafts. • Two-thirds have passports. By comparison, according to officials from the U.S. Travel Association, less than one-third of all Americans – 30 percent Encourage your kids to go the do-it-yourself route this year. Not only are – have passports. Two of five Globals say they expect to live and work in a for- homemade costumes so much more unique than store-bought costumes, they eign capital at some time in their lives. can be inexpensive to create and are a lot more satisfying to show off to • 270,000 young people studied abroad in 2009-10. In 1989-90, only about friends. Safety note: let little ones design their own Jack-o-Lanterns and help 30,000 did so, according to the International Institute of Education. While you scoop out the pumpkin, but leave the actual carving to an adult. Western European countries are still their top destinations, students are in- creasingly choosing more far-flung locales, especially China and other Asian Great crafting ideas abound on the Internet, including costumes that require no nations. sewing. For inspiration, visit www.parenting.com. • They want to “make the world a better place to live." A study of 10,000 adults by Campbell & Co. fundraising consultants found this group is more Make this Halloween a memorable one for kids with some great new reads, likely than any other generation to cite world improvement as the key reason films and crafts. for their philanthropy. (They also give just as much as other generations.) • They want to make a global impact. The Campbell study found they are most likely of all age groups to respond positively to messages that focus on SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 PREP RAP PR - 3

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Nth Dimensions Announces 2012 Orthopaedic Summer Internship Winner Director of Nth Dimensions, Bonnie Mason presents 2012 Winner Sean Spence with first place honors.

Tampa, FL - Nth Dimensions, a non profit organization committed to increasing the pipeline of medical students from gender and ethnic mi- nority groups seeking to become orthopaedic surgeons awarded Sean Spence, a second year medical student at the University of South Florida, with first place honors in the 2012 Annual Nth Dimen- sions/AAOS Orthopaedic Summer Internship Research Competition at the Annual Meeting and Scientific Assembly of the National Med- ical Association in New Orleans, Louisiana. From a field of 17 advancing second year medical students from across the country, Spence, walked away with the top research poster presentation. In addition to walking away with bragging rights, Spence will go on to represent Nth Dimensions and give his presen- tation at the 2013 American Academy Orthopaedic Surgeons National Conference in Chicago. His research poster and project entitled, "Au- tologous Chodrocyte Implantation and High Tibial Osteotomy: Pa- tient Based Outcomes,” a relatively new procedure that repairs the articular cartilage in the knee, represented the culmination of his eight- week Orthopaedic Summer Internship at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine under the guidance of his preceptor, Dr. Michael Trice. Sean is an amazing talent. He accomplishes a great deal with the resources that he is given said Dr. Michael Trice. “Kudos to Nth Dimension for giving people like Sean a chance." Throughout this summer internship, Sean and his 16 fellow interns had the opportunity to shadow orthopaedic sur- geons who mentored them in both clinical and research settings. This competitive program is sponsored by Nth Dimensions Ed- ucation Solutions (www.nthdimensions.org) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 THE STAR C&J 1 CrimeCrime andand JusticeJustice A Publication of the Florida Star and Georgia Star

As an African - American newspaper, we basically report on offenses committed by African - Americans. Please note that in our observations, weekly reports show that African - Americans DO NOT commit the largest percentage of criminal offenses in this area. Day Care Employees Arrested for Death of 4-Year-Old Boy Cocaine Dealer Arrested

Three women from a day care center were arrested after leav- A Crack Cocaine dealer was arrested on multiple drug ing a 4-year-old boy locked in a sweltering SUV for two-and-a- charges during an undercover drug bust. half hours and died. Narcotics detectives contacted Johnny Ramone Around 9 a.m., the children at this day care center were taken Lloyd, 38, to purchase the illegal narcotics and set up a to a community pool. The employees, Paris Ward, 19, and Camille location near an intersection. At 2:15 p.m., Lloyd met Gordon, 20, took the children, who ranged in age from infants to with the undercover detective and money was exchanged age 5, from the pool and headed to a park for lunch around 11:30 for the Crack Cocaine. Once the deal was completed a.m. Ward and Gordon then loaded eight of the children, including other Narcotics detectives and the Street Crimes Unit Paris Ward 4-year-old Jordan Coleman, into the day care’s black Toyota Se- quoia at around 1:15 p.m. They were headed to an apartment to Johnny Lloyd moved in and arrested Lloyd. take a nap. Detectives said Lloyd began pulling away from them and appeared to be Detectives said that the employees were making an effort to grabbing for something from his pants pocket or waist band. He was taken down stay away from returning to the facility because they had too many to the ground and refused to comply. Officers feared Lloyd was attempting to get children in their care and had run into trouble with county inspec- a weapon and used a taser on Lloyd. tors before for that violation. According to documents, 43-year- Lloyd was arrested and charged with sale and delivery of cocaine, pos- old Cecily Roberts, the day care owner, told Ward to take the session of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia and resisting an officer. This children to an apartment. There was also only one booster seat in is Lloyd’s third booking. Camille Gordon the vehicle for all eight children. Around 1:15 p.m., Ward and Gordon parked the Sequoia in the parking lot of an apartment complex and walked the children upstairs. They didn’t realize at the time they only had seven chil- dren with them. Around 3:45 p.m. they returned to the SUV, and Ward saw Jordan lying unconscious across a back seat. She pulled him out of the SUV and onto the grass. Ward initially lied about how Jordan became unconscious, telling her coworker and a homi- cide detective that he somehow collapsed while getting into the Cecily Roberts SUV. About two hours into the investigation, Ward tearfully admitted the truth to an- other detective about what really happened. She told them she had forgotten about Jor- dan in the SUV and later found him unresponsive. Fire Rescue paramedics attempted to revive Jordan and transported him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later. The doctor measured the body temperature of the 4-year-old which came back at 108 degrees. Ward was arrested. According to reports, the day care center has been closed since Jordan’s death. The Homicide Unit continues to investigate the death. Warrants were issued for Roberts and her daughter Gordon’s arrest. Gordon and Roberts were located in New York, where they escaped and tried to operate another day care. All women were charged with manslaughter. Roberts faces an additional charge of felony child care misrepresentation. Ward was released on a $10,000 bond. C&J 2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 From Actual Police Reports SSSHH! DidDid YouYou HearHear About?...About?... EDITOR’S NOTE: All suspects are deemed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The Sheriff’s Office reports are a matter of public record. The Star seeks to educate in the hope of keeping our community safe. Health Care Worker Exploits Elderly Your Safety A health care worker was If the Police Stop You arrested after being caught tak- ing advantage of an elderly What are some reasons police might stop me? woman and using her credit cards. Generally, because you: After noticing payments • Are in the area where a crime just occurred she never paid for, the victim • Witness a crime contacted authorities to report • Fit the description of a suspect that 27 fraudulent transactions • Have been pointed out as a suspect had been made with her credit • Appear to need assistance card. The transactions were • Violate a law Titus Houston made in many different loca- What should I consider if I am stopped? tions. The total amount of payments made with the card were • Officers may not be stopping you for the same reason you think said to be over $400. • Over-reaction and/or lack of cooperation will complicate the situation During the investigation it was also determined that the • Police are trained to remain in a position that will enhance officer safety victim, an 88-year-old female, who does not reside in the same • Actions and communications are not intended to offend you county as the suspect, was diagnosed with medical issues with- in the last year that impair her judgment and require her to have What actions should I take if I’m approached by a police officer? nursing care. • Follow the officer’s instructions Detectives quickly collected video surveillance of the • Keep your hands clearly visible • Make slow and deliberate movements fraudulent credit card transactions. The video showed a black • If a weapon is present: male using the victim’s credit card to make the purchases on • Verbally inform the officer of its exact location every occasion. In one instance, the suspect even used the cred- • Do not make any gestures towards the weapon it card to make a payment for a network service bill on his own • State whether you possess a concealed handgun permit account. The photographs gathered from the video surveillance • Wait for specific instructions before making any movements were compared to the resident of the home where the network • Remain calm and do not become argumentative service was paid. It was determined that the photos matched. • Cooperation can greatly reduce the time you are detained Investigation linked the photos from to a man named Titus Houston, 41. What actions should I take if I’m in a vehicle that is approached by a police officer? Detectives contacted Titus Houston at his home for • Follow the officer’s instructions questioning. He was shown photos from the surveillance video • Remain seated in the vehicle; do not get out unless instructed to do so of a man making the fraudluent payments and he identified • Keep your hands visible himself as the suspect in the photos. After being read his • Turn on the interior light when it’s dark outside Miranda Rights, Houston admitted to being the victim’s home • Produce your drivers license and vehicle registration upon request health care nurse and to making all of the fraudulent transac- • Do not reach for anything unless directed to do so by the officer tions in question. Houston did not admit to stealing the credit card from the victim. He could “not remember” how he When can I be searched by a police officer? obtained it. Houston also admitted that he knew the victim’s • When arrested • When a warrant exists judgment was impaired. • When probable cause for an arrest exists Houston was placed under arrest and charged with one • When consent is granted count of exploitation of the elderly/disabled adult. His bond is set at $2,000. Be aware that if you are suspected of being armed, the police officer is Detectives believe there may be more victims. allowed to frisk you for weapons to ensure the safety of everyone present. SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 THE STAR C&J 3 BizarreBizarre CrimesCrimes who, what, when...huh?

Teen Shoots Friends for Not Smoking Synthetic Marijuana With Him Man Shot over Tipped Mailbox

A 15-year-old boy was arrested for shooting his friends with A man was arrested after shooting another over a tipped a pellet gun and causing injuries for not smoking synthetic marijuana mailbox. with him. Melissa Shirey, 33, told police that she was on her front Police received a call about a disturbance and two boys told porch when Daniel Negron, 34, was shot only a foot away from deputies that they had been shot by Tybreel Levonte Bentley, 15, with her. Shirey went inside as her boyfriend dragged Negron into a pellet gun causing open wounds and bleeding. A 14-year-old was the house to safety. Only one shot was fired and it went through shot in the back and a 15-year-old boy was shot in the calf, thumb and Negron’s chest. Negron has been at the hospital for several days Tybreel Bentley bicep. Another 15-year-old boy had been shot in the face about an and remains in critical condition. Jeffrey Reynolds Shirey said a series of events led to the shooting and it inch and a half below his right eye, on the back of each arm, and twice in the back. was all over a mailbox. Jeffrey Antonio Reynolds, 33, had gotten into an altercation All three boys said they had been hanging out at a home with Bentley who lit up with Shirey’s friends a few weeks ago. Shirey said she had no problems with a joint containing synthetic marijuana and started passing it around. All three boys told Reynolds until the tropical storm (Isaac) came through. He accused them of hitting him that they didn’t want to smoke it. One of the boys smacked the joint out of Bentley’s his mailbox down. Shirey apologized and said they would fix it. She later saw that hand, which angered him. Bentley then left, came back, and pulled a pellet gun hidden in the mailbox was put back up, but it seemed as if Reynolds was still very enfuriated his shirt and started shooting. and wanted his revenge. Reynolds was said to have confronted Shirey or anybody Deputies responded to the home and the homeowner said that Bentley was hid- that were friends with her. One of her friends reported that Reynolds drove up to her ing in a bedroom and gave them permission to force the door open. After a search, he was just to step out and punch her. found with one of the victim’s cell phones. Reynolds was arrested and charged with attempted murder and is being Bentley was arrested and charged with three felony counts of aggravated bat- held on $500,000 bail. tery using a deadly weapon, and petit theft. According to records, Reynolds served 20 months in 2004 for robbery. Other Unusual Crimes Across the Nation

Man Brutally Beats Stepdaughter for Not Being His Bio- Man Surrenders Six Hour Standoff After Being Convinced logical Daughter by Family, Family, and Facebook Messages New Haven, CT- Police found a 9-year-old girl at a nearby park Denver, CO- Two men, Taveuan Williams, 19, and Michael Annan, 23, entered a RadioShack store with faces covered in covered with scars and bruises. She told police that her step- red bandanas. Police responded to the robbery immediately and brothers beat her up, but later admitted that it was her stepfa- one of the men tried to leave, but ended up running back in the ther, Craig Tracy Williams, 45, who beat her. She said she lied store as he fired a shot towards police. The two men held an employee hostage and about her injuries because she was coached by Williams to do so. She pointed that barricaded him inside. A standoff began at around 9:48 a.m. between the robbers the scars she had on her body were made from knives and said that she was hand- and police, which went on for six hours. Nearby residents were evacuated and busi- cuffed to a radiator by her ankles and wrists as she was bitten and hit with weapons nesses and four schools were locked down. One of the robbers were said to have ex- such as a baseball bat, a flashlight, and a leather belt. Police located Williams with changed fire with police at one point.Family and friends came to the scene crying, talking on cellphones, and praying. An uncle of Williams said that Williams told his wife and his four children at a gas station. They found out that Williams was him, “We’re not coming out. We’re going to be in jail for life, Uncle. We shot at planning to flee the town and leave his stepdaughter behind. The 9-year-old was cops.” As the standoff continued, Williams was active on his facebook on his cell reported earlier as a runaway and missing. Williams said that she needed punish- phone. A photo was uploaded of Williams and Annan in the store, which was up- ment and that she doesn’t listen. The young girl told police that she had been beat loaded on the Facebook page. Williams commented as he was still in the store, and abused for years and scars and bruises on her body were seen in various states “Swear to God ima die ... last pic.” Williams began to write his thoughts out on the of healing. Scars and bruises weren’t only on her body but also her face. She said social networking site, trying to make decisions. Someone left a comment, “Come on man! Yo daughter needs you. Think about her!” At around 4 p.m., Williams and her stepbrothers never were beat. Handcuffs and machetes were seized from Annan surrendered. Williams later expressed the emotions and the fear he felt. He Williams home. Williams was arrested and charged with second-degree assault also emphasized on wanting to see his daughter in the future. Both men are being and risk of injury to a minor. He is being held on $500,000 bond and may face charged with kidnapping, aggravated robbery, and attempted first-degree murder of more charges as the investigation continues. a police officer. C&J 4 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 CommunityCommunity UpdateUpdate MISSING CHILDREN

Name: Latronya Oteny Name: Fallone Pinchinat Name: Gabriel Rene Name: Kianna Kristine Name: Lashawndra Allen Age: 17 Age: 17 Robinson Tyquana Seymore Age: 14 Weight: 105 lbs Weight: 170 lbs Age:16 Age: 16 Weight: 170 lbs Last seen: 8/24/12 Last seen: 8/30/12 Weight:173 lbs Weight: 110 lbs Last seen: 8/09/12 Last seen: 8/11/12 Last seen: 8/25/12 ON THE LOOKOUT

Burglary Suspect

Rashard Eric Lindsey DOB 01-27-92 6’2”, 150 pounds

Rashard Eric Lindsey is currently being sought. The suspect has an outstanding war- rant for burglary with a $40,000 bond.

Anyone with any information about the location of the suspect is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS or email at [email protected]. You will remain anonymous and receive a possible reward if your tip leads to an arrest.

MOST WANTED

Name: Reginald M. Name: Nathan Name: Devontae Name: Dana Hicks Rivers McDonald Leroy Williams Offense: Convicted of Offense: Insurance Offense: Home inva- Offense: Driving while Failing to Register as a Fraud sion w/firearm other license suspended first Sex Offender deadly weapon conviction Citizens with tips are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and become eligible for a reward.