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Police Needed for Racism Course Volume 31 No. 8 Jacksonville, Florida January 11 - 17, 2018 For Racists Who Can’t Handle It Education Department Could Soon A teacher at Florida Gulf Coast University is attempting to unpack the history of white people and racism. According to the course description from assistant professor of sociology Ted Thornhill, the Open The ‘School-To-Prison Pipeline’ class will “examine the racist ideologies, laws, policies, and practices” that have allowed “white racial domination over those racialized as Education Secretary Betsy DeVos their discipline policies through an more harshly for the same offenses non-white.” In the process Thorhill has been inundated with emails and held a meeting in December with Obama-era program called Rethink that White students committed. And voicemails claiming the course, which begins next week, is racist. The educators to discuss a 2014 Obama- School Discipline, former often, that punishment involved law 50 students enrolled in the class are reportedly worried about their safe- era directive that called on school Education Secretary John King said enforcement. That oversight could ty, according to the New York Daily News. Now, the university is officials to end the disproportionate when he headed the department. He soon come to an end, according to increasing security and police, Vice President and Chief of Staff Susan discipline of students of color. added that the administration was Breitbart News. Conservatives are Black children represented just 18 Evans told NBC 2, “We have prepared for any possible distractions There’s now some chatter among making progress but recognized making progress toward pressuring percent of preschoolers but nearly related to Tuesday’s first class of the ‘White Racism Course,’ but we Trump conservatives that DeVos is that “there’s a lot more work to do.” DeVos to revoke the Obama direc- half of preschoolers suspended are expecting normal campus civility as our students engage in this and planning to revoke President Obama’s 2014 guidance notified tive. more than once. There were 10,393 other courses as we start the spring semester this week.” Barack Obama’s guidance docu- school districts that the government African-American students are education-based civil rights com- ment. That would remove federal could launch a civil rights investi- three times more likely than White plaints in fiscal year 2015, accord- pressure on school districts to turn gation if their discipline rates were students to be expelled or suspend- ing to a report, titled Delivering H&M Apologizes for “Coolest off the school-to-prison pipeline. racially disproportionate. In many ed, according to an Obama-era Justice. Things will go back to busi- Monkey in the Jungle” Hoodie Ad More than 40 school districts had cases under review, school districts resource guide for school superin- ness as usual if DeVos revokes the committed to significant changes in were punishing Black students tendents. The disparities start early. Obama guidance. Multi-national clothing retail company, H&M, has received sharp criticism from the public following a “racist” photo of a young black boy wearing a “coolest monkey in the # Go Jaguars jungle” hoodie featured on their website. The hoodie, listed as printed hooded top on the store’s UK website, gained negative feed- back after social media users noticed it on Sunday and shared a screen capture of it that went viral. H&M, apologized for what many have said is an insensitive correlation between the young black model and a typ- ical hateful insult against Black people. The picture has been replaced with a generic photo of the green hoodie. There were also two other hoodies posted next to the contro- versial hoodie worn by white models, including one with the phrase “survival expert.” Black Republicans Claim Omarosa Blocked Them from Jobs Some Black Republicans, who are desperately clawing to work for President Trump, claim Omarosa Maningault shut down diversity in Chef Gilbert with news anchor Melanie Lawson sampling the menu the the White House, according to a story from The Cincinnati Herald. Celebrity Chef Kenny Gilbert Opens Eugene Craig, a Black Republican from Baltimore, said, “I was Shown are Jax fans Tiffany Leroy and Mario Newberry blocked personally. Essentially, my file was pulled and I wasn’t The Jacksonville Jaguars are headed to Pittsburgh to face their rivals, “3 in 1” Restaurant at Jax Beach deemed pro-Trump enough. The official excuse was that I wasn’t pro- the Pittsburgh Steelers in their quest for the Super Bowl. Last weekend, the Jacksonville Beach welcomed week. Trump enough although I was the sitting chair of the Maryland Jaguars defeated the Buffalo Bills, 10-3, and advanced to the AFC two new concepts from Chef Chef Kenny Gilbert is best known Republican Party.” Divisional round where they’ll face the Steelers on Sunday, January 14 at Kenny Gilbert: Gilbert’s Southern for his appearance on “Top Chef” Ayshia Connors, the former deputy director of African-American 1:05 p.m. at Heinz Field. Sunday’s victory marks the Jaguars’ first playoff Kitchen & Bar and Gilbert’s Hot “Cutthroat Kitchen” and “Beat engagement at the Republican National Committee, alleges there were victory since January 5, 2009. According to NFL Research, the 2007 Chicken, Fish & Shrimp. The two Bobby Flay.” Throughout his thousands of resumes submitted by Black Republicans but “Omarosa Jacksonville Jaguars are the only team that has beaten the Steelers in restaurant concepts focus on mod- career, Kenny has traveled the literally trashed those names. Nobody got a call back. Pittsburgh twice in the same season, including the playoffs. The 2017 ernized yet traditional Southern world, staging in some of the top Nobody got an interview. Nobody was every heard about again. Jaguars can match that, as they intercepted Quarterback Ben fare, and a third space within the restaurants in throughout the world People tried to go in. People were eager and willing to serve the Roethlisberger five times in their Week 5 meeting and defeated the building, Seachasers Lounge, hosts in addition as the personal chef for President, willing to serve our country. But Omarosa, she didn’t want Steelers, 30-9. Let’s hope the magic continues. Barlow photo live entertainment four nights a various Hollywood celebrities. other Black Republicans there. She wanted to be the big shot. She wanted to be the only one.” Moore-Myers Children's Fund Named Number One Partner by First Tee Black Girls With A Positive Racial Identity Perform Better Academically Black girls who are proud of their racial identity perform better aca- demically than those with low self-esteem about their blackness a new study from Washington University in St. Louis found. “Persons of color who have unhealthy racial identity beliefs tend to perform lower in school and have more symptoms of depression. There is a link between education and health-related outcomes. The next step is to examine how these contexts contribute to risky behavior taking in Black girls,” said Sheretta Butler-Barnes, assistant professor in social work at Washington University and lead author of the study. Petition Launched to Ban Trump from Twitter The movement to have Donald Trump banned from using Twitter has gained momentum as of late, but chances are it’ll fall far from its goal. Even after Twitter suspended a handful of accounts that spewed provocative streams of hate and racism that violated a new policy – Trump has remained exempt, steadily tweeting up a storm of short- form messages replete with bullying, bravado and blustery bias. “Blocking a world leader from Twitter or removing their controver- sial Tweets would hide important information people should be able to see and debate,” the social media giant wrote in a blog post published Shown are Moore-Myers Children's Fund participants and staff members Friday. “It would also not silence that leader, but it would certainly hamper necessary discussion around their words and actions.” The Moore-Myers Children's than 80 participants, volunteers, skills of golf and at the same time models. Trump has also used Twitter to call for voter suppression and push Fund (MMCF) was named First Tee coaches and parents were in atten- help children develop confidence, “In the end we hope to help chil- his populist propaganda, two things that go against the bulk of what of North Florida’s 2017 Program dance. MMCF mission is to pro- honesty, integrity, respect, judg- dren develop a road map to success, “The Twitter Rules” stand for. Those are only recent instances, though, Partner of the year. Last week, the vide support and financial assis- ment, courtesy and perseverance, - stay physically and mentally active as he’s also previously sent out anti-Semitic tweets along with others First Tee recognized Moore-Myers tance for children to participate in all core values encompassing the and have opportunities they would that promoted institutional racism against Black athletes over the NFL Children's Fund at their annual golf programs that will develop game and life. Mentors and coaches not otherwise have,” said MMCF national anthem controversy. awards ceremony held at the their total wellness. MMCF sup- help students develop their skills, Co-founder and President Dr. Jacksonville Veteran Arena. More ports programs that teaches the guide their lives and become role Redding. Page 2 - Ms. Perry’s Free Press January 11-17, 2018 Is 2018 the Year You Become Essence Magazine is Once a Franchise Entrepreneur? Again a Black Owned Company For the first time in nearly two us to invest into the business so that for Essence Ventures. By Nancy E. Williamsby decades, Essence magazine is once we can bring in the infrastructure In 2000, the magazine’s founders, One of the top questions I was again a fully black-owned publica- and resources.” Clarence Smith and Ed Lewis, sold asked in 2017 is should I go the tion. According to a statement released a 49 percent stake in Essence to startup route or purchase a franchise, The magazine, a mainstay of black by the magazine’s owner, Essence Time Inc. The company bought the so I thought I’d start out 2018 ad- culture for almost half a century, Ventures, Essence will keep its cur- remaining 51 percent in 2005. dressing that. The first step is to de- was bought by Richelieu Dennis, rent executive team, which consists Mr. Dennis said that he ap- termine if you would make a good the founder of Sundial Brands, a entirely of black women, including proached Time Inc. about buying entrepreneur, and then consider if large personal-care products com- Michelle Ebanks, the magazine’s Essence after Time Inc. agreed in franchising is the right path to be- pany, from Time Inc., Essence Ven- president. The executive team will November to be sold to the Mered- coming a business owner. Sixty-five tures announced on Wednesday. Mr. also have an ownership interest in ith Corporation, the owner of Better percent of Americans want to be their Dennis would not discuss the details the business. Homes & Gardens and Family Cir- own boss. Let’s face it, a lot of us of the sale. Essence, a 48-year-old monthly cle, in an all-cash transaction worth think we’re smarter than our bosses, Dennis, 48, said that he bought the lifestyle magazine, has a majority- about $2.8 billion. Mr. Dennis sold so being our own boss is a natural de- magazine “to serve and empower black readership. The magazine fo- Sundial Brands to Unilever that sire. An entrepreneur is defined as: women of color.” cuses on fashion, pop culture, music month. • “One who pursues opportunity “This will give Essence a platform and black life. It also holds an an- The sale of Essence to Mr. Dennis beyond the resources currently con- and a voice to serve its consumers, nual music festival in New Orleans. comes at time when traditional trolled” which are women of color,” Dennis Essence currently reaches over 16 media companies continue to strug- said during a phone interview on • “A person who sees an opportu- Fear of failure have a better way? million people via social media, gle to adapt to an increasingly digi- flight from his native Liberia to the nity and creates an organization to Obstacles and frustration • Are you prepared to accept coach- print, digital engagement and live tal landscape, challenges also faced United States. “They have allowed pursue it” Loneliness ing and advice on how to run your events, according to a spokeswoman by black-owned media. • “A dreamer who attempts to turn More work business from a franchisor’s field and an idea into a profitable reality” Longer hours headquarter’s staff? • “Anyone who assumes the risk Less time to spend • If the franchisor turns down your Judge Rules in Favor of Obama Rule That and responsibility for starting and with family/friends great idea for changing the system, managing a business” Less financial security can you live with that? Will Help 200,000 Low Income Families in 2018 • “Anyone who takes the risk of Income fluctuation • Can you trust that a franchisor is A federal judge has ruled in favor gated communities with high- poor communities. starting a business for the purpose of working for the benefit of the entire of the Obama rule to be executed poverty rates. The Section 8 vouchers making a profit” If you determine that an entrepre- system—even when their decisions starting January 1, 2018. This is great that they receive are either not ac- However, late last year, Ben Carson, Once you determine if this de- neur describes you, and that you’re do not necessarily go your way? news to low-income families because cepted by individual landlords or too the secretary of U.S. Department of scribes you, it’s important to under- comfortable with the advantages and • Are you willing to share financial they will have more chances for bet- low to cover the rent in more affluent Housing and Urban Development stand the advantages and disadvantages, then you can begin to information and prepare required re- ter housing in a more affluent neigh- communities. under the Trump administration, an- disadvantages of being an entrepre- explore what may be the best path for ports regularly? borhood. On November 2016, after years of nounced that the rule will be post- neur. Here are a few: you to become a business owner. • Are you willing, able, and eager to The rule, created on Obama-era, research and public debate, then- poned for about two more years to Advantages of Entrepreneurship Franchising isn’t for everyone. If you learn new skills? was intended to separate regions of HUD Secretary Julian Castro issued allow the recent administration to Freedom and independence have an original idea that you’ve • Can you set aside old habits and concentrated poverty in two dozen a rule requiring house agencies in 23 fully understand it and prepare for Control over aspects of your life been working on and are determined beliefs to follow a franchise system? metro regions, from Atlanta and metro areas to take on "small area the changes. Many civil rights organ- An outlet for creativity to bring that idea or product to a new Keep in mind, while franchise sys- Charlotte to San Diego and Hon- fair market rents" making way for a izations rallied against it and sued the Excitement marketplace, a startup is your best tems vary and some are more fluid olulu. It would work by considering redestribution of voucher value, Trump administration. Satisfaction and achievement option. However, for people who than others, they are all still systems the rental costs in particular neigh- higher government subsidies for This restored rule will give better Status and recognition aren’t looking to bring an original that are working together to create, borhoods, as opposed to averaging it units in more affluent neighborhoods, opportunities for more than 200,000 Flexibility idea to market, but are excited about maintain, and grow business. They to over a whole metropolitan area. and lower subsidies for apartments in families to choose where to live. Job security - can’t the idea of running a business, fran- are not going to allow an owner to Through that, it is much easier for be fired or laid off chising should be a top considera- make a mistake that could be detri- low-income families to afford better Unlimited income potential tion. Here are questions to ask mental to the business or brand— apartments in a well-to-do neighbor- Growth of initial investment yourself to determine if you would which is something most owners are hood with good schools, higher-pay- Disadvantages of make a good franchise entrepreneur, happy about. You are part of a ing jobs, and lower crime rate. 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Keynote Speaker Vernice Free Panel Focused on Exposing Trump Shuts Down “FlyGirl” Youth to STEM Careers Armour Voter Fraud Commission America’s 1st Professor and TEDxFSCJ African American Team Member William President Donald Trump abruptly shut down his signature voter fraud Female Combat Pilot, Jackson, hosted the commission and instead kicked the issue to the Department of Author, Entrepreneur, and "Rediscovering SPACE" a Homeland Security. TEDxFSCJ community event The announcement comes just a week after Kansas Secretary of State Motivational Speaker held last week at the Museum Kris Kobach, who has been running the commission’s day-to-day oper- of Science and History ations in place of Vice President Mike Pence, its official chairman, said (MOSH). The knowledgeable the panel would meet later this month. panelists spoke about the future Trump formed the commission last May to examine the U.S. electoral of space travel, evolving system for evidence of large-scale voter fraud. He has claimed, without careers in Science, Technology, evidence, that millions of people voted illegally in the 2016 presiden- tial election. Engineering and Math (STEM), The commission, formally called the Presidential Advisory manufacturing in space and traveling to distant planets and Commission on Election Integrity, has been bedeviled by internal dis- Shown is panelist Taylor galaxies. The panelists shared sension, threats of litigation and the refusal of some states to provide Richardson and event organizer their knowledge, experiences information. Its last known meeting was Sept. 12. Professor William Jackson. and passion for the space The panel has been sued by civil liberties and privacy rights advo- industry. astronauts. At the close of the cates, including one of its own members, and multiple ethics watchdogs Panelist and 7th grade Bolles hon- evening, attendees had the oppor- have filed complaints. It was dissolved consisting of seven Republicans ors student Taylor Richardson, tunity to look through telescopes and four Democrats. dreams of being an astronaut and positioned atop the museums roof. is an advocate for literacy for inner city children and STEM education NC Ordered To Redraw Voting Maps That Favor GOP in schools. “Building girls self RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Federal The ruling marks the second time tor in forming them. The redrawn esteem for a STEM career is criti- judges have ruled that North this decade that the GOP’s congres- map was the basis for a new round cal to our generation’s success. We Carolina’s congressional district sional boundaries in the state have of lawsuits. have to dream big and reach liter- map drawn by legislative been thrown out by a three-judge The latest lawsuit — filed by ally for the stars in space explo- Republicans is illegally gerryman- panel. In 2016, another panel tossed election advocacy groups and ration,” said Taylor. dered because of excessive parti- out two majority black congression- Democrats — said the replacement Tickets on sale now at Other members of the panel rep- sanship that gave the GOP a rock- al districts initially drawn in 2011, for the racial gerrymander also con- resented private space industries, solid advantage for most seats and saying there was no justification for tained unlawful partisan gerryman- JaxMLKbreakfast.com NASA scientist, engineers and must quickly be redone. using race as the predominant fac- ders. Page 4 - Ms. Perry’s Free Press January 11-17, 2018 EDITORIAL City Chronicles Black Voters Will Play a Major Role in Midterm Elections Diatribes on life in the African-American Diaspora by Reggie Fullwood by Free Press Contributor Charles Griggs Last week, I participated in a discussion on WJCT First Coast Connect about African American voters, and their possible impact on upcoming As We Celebrate King’s Legacy – Oprah Running for elections. Over the years there have been inferences by African Americans that their vote has been taken for granted by Democrats. And in most elec- tions blacks are not even courted at all by Republicans. Black women have President Would be the Embodiment of his Dream been doing their part to win elections for decades. Now that many have acknowledged black girl power during election turnouts, it’s time they get With MLK day slated for next it’s hard to ignore the fact that his lives begin to end the day we whose name has become synony- paid (figuratively and literally) for their role in political plugging. Monday, January 15th, how cool legacy means very little to the man become silent about things that mous with peaceful protest and the This is especially true for Dems, who traditionally show up weeks before would it be for a megastar, role who is supposed to be the “leader matter.” fight for equality, support of the an election with limited resources and the same old game plan of church model and outright phenomenal of the free world.” What we heard from Winfrey at poor, and justice for all. visits and limited advertising buys. black woman like Oprah Winfrey Clearly we have entered a new the Golden Globe’s was a woman King certainly wasn’t the only The recent victory of Senator Doug Jones in Alabama has shed light on to announce her bid for President? era of politics in America. that refuses to be silent to the polit- one who fought against injustice the actual prowess of African American voters. Ask a black person about If you had asked me about Students will soon be taking politi- ical buffoonery engulfing this and inequality, but much like Rosa their vote and they are likely to tell you that it probably won’t make a dif- Oprah running two years ago I cal science courses in college country. We can’t continue to let Parks – he was the right man at the ference. But given the recent policies and rhetoric of Republicans since the would have said – nah, that’s prob- about how the most recent presi- fear drive our politics. As cele- right place at the right time. 2016 elections, Blacks may express a different viewpoint. Now they can’t ably not a good idea. However, in dential election transformed the brate MLK’s legacy, we have to And as we honor the legacy of wait to vote. the age of “The Donald” who bet- U.S. political establishment. So I focus on creating a better country Dr. King, we cannot afford to go Make no mistake, a black voter revolution will not happen on its own. ter to take out the Orangeman, but say if Donald Trump could win a that is not divided because of race backwards as it relates to equality Political operatives and candidates will need to offer real effort to pin- another billionaire that people presidential election then why not and inequalities. A candidate like and justice in America. Those who pointing opportunities for turnout. And with the recent Alabama election actually like? Oprah? Oprah would be a uniting force, support putting up walls around the providing a road map, those looking to court black voters should be able Other than my obvious crush on Sure no woman has ever been not a dividing force. country and banning refugees and to articulate, then implement strategies that lead to victories. O (Just my little pet name for her), elected President, but Hillary One of my favorite quotes is Muslims have lost focus on what So what would a comprehensive strategy to attract African American vot- I do think that she is qualified. Clinton certainly came close. from A. Philip Randolph who said, America is and always should be ers look like? It’s probably not fair to layout an entire plan for engagement, Unlike our current president, who Winfrey would not have all of the “Equality is the heart and essence about – freedom, justice and equal- but here are a few thing to consider as a start. came from money, Oprah actually negatives that Clinton had to deal of democracy, freedom and jus- ity. First, partner early with people and organizations who have deep ties in built her media empire from the with. For some reason or another, tice.” Let’s keep Dr. King’s goal or the black community. Outreach is important, and should be implemented ground up. Her story is a true conservatives and others just hate The African American story is dream for America in perspective. by familiar and trusted faces. With the 2018 elections season upon us, this American story. Even more impor- Bill and Hilary. unique. The history of blacks in “I refuse to accept the view that should be strategized sooner rather than later. tant, her story embodies the If Oprah does decide to run for America is truly a story of tragedy mankind is so tragically bound to Second, outreach is important, but won’t energize voters just talking achievement of what Dr. Martin president many people will point to and triumph. Comprised within the starless midnight of racism and about race issues alone. Candidates and operatives should identify specif- Luther King fought so hard to her 2018 Golden Globe speech as that narrative are great men and war that the bright daybreak of ic policy issues and their impacts that resonate with African Americans. accomplish. the launching point. She said to women like Harriet Tubman, peace and brotherhood can never There are several clear ideologies between parties and candidates that She is a true example of what booming applause, “I want all the Booker T. Washington, Frederick become a reality... I believe that blacks can galvanize around. These issues span healthcare, education, vot- African Americans can achieve girls watching here and now to Douglas, Oprah Winfrey and unarmed truth and unconditional ing rights and criminal justice reform. Messaging should begin early for through hard work, determination know that a new day is on the hori- Malcolm X who helped mold black love will have the final word.” base building. and opportunity. Oprah is the anti- zon.” progress in this country. Signing off from the MLK My last recommendation is to run candidates of color, even if races are Trump. She would govern with No one really knows if O will do Next week, we will honor a man Monument in DC, looking for an O not projected to be competitive. This allows for ideas related to African love and tolerance versus bigotry, it – including Oprah at American progressives to be shared through, if nothing else, just being ignorance and intolerance. this point, but people are there. The more often issues are put out front, the better the opportunity to Born in Kosciusko, Mississippi getting excited. resonate. to a single mother, she worked Winfrey’s longtime A good example for African American voter opportunity will be in extremely hard to achieve her cur- boyfriend, Stedman Florida. The Sunshine State, as we know it, is currently a red state and will rent success. She became the first Graham (who I’m jeal- remain that way until it turns blue. With Republican Congressman Ron African American female billion- ous of), told a newspa- Desantis now entering the race to be Florida’s next Governor, the voice of aire in 2003 and has steadily built per that “it’s up to the black voters just became that more important. Because Desantis is her business and media empire people. She would endorsed by Trump, the rhetoric will be flying fast and furious. Something since then. absolutely do it.” that Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam was hoping to avoid “Darkness cannot drive out If alive today, Dr. as the Republican front runner. The Republican primary race is most cer- darkness; only light can do that. King would undoubted- tain to move further to the right, which could motivate those on the left. Hate cannot drive out hate; only ly be 100 percent on And the biggest commodity to the left leaning progressive voter ideology love can do that,” said Dr. Martin board. America has are African American voters. Luther King. How relevant is this elected a tyrant that The next election cycle will present opportunities and a way forward for quote as we live through the Trump must be stopped. If the African Americans through voter participation. The key will be candidates era in the White House? special prosecutor does- connecting and renewing the American Dream for African Americans So next week we celebrate the n’t get him then a strong while providing inclusiveness throughout the election process. And don’t birthday of an American Civil Democratic candidate forget to remind voters of the recent success in Alabama. The momentum Rights icon and his many accom- has to be recruited to plus strategy can go a long way towards flipping seats. plishments as a leader and transfor- save this country. As Dr. Charles Griggs can be reached at [email protected] mative figure in U.S. history, but King once said, “Our Reflecting on Martin 50 Years Later upended the ways we think about plete his campaign and win. nuclear war with North Korea. day, he supported the Food Stamps munity will think of Dr. King, but race, capitalism, poverty, power, In 1968, despite Dr. King’s Two unstable individuals are play- program that House Majority 1968 was one of those years, fifty and imperialism. The powers that assassination, his colleagues exe- ing the 11 year old game (with all Leader Paul Ryan (R-WI) would years ago, when lives were upend- be –foundations, corporations, and cuted the Poor People’s Campaign. due respect to 11 year olds) of mine like to reduce or eliminate. ed, conventional wisdom was chal- the media - were okay with him It brought people from all over the is bigger than yours. More than that, when Dr. King lenged, and audacity was celebrat- when he talked about race and dis- country to the Washington Mall, I think the whole world cringed talked about “education and cul- ed. Yes, 1968 was an audacious crimination. They were much less people who were prepared to con- when 45 continued to sell wolf tick- ture” his comments are radically year; more audacious than many we happy when he rattled their cages, front our government about the way ets to North Korean President Kim different from those of Education have seen since. talking about capitalism and impe- we treated poor people. Some of Jong-Un. 45 keeps calling that Secretary Betsey DeVoid (of good Fifty years ago, we lost a King rialism. those who were there spoke of the clearly unstable leader out of his sense, but she goes by the name and gained audacity. We turned it When he began to speak out “absolute audacity” of the people name, and engaging him in toxic DeVos). Her work in these short up and turned it out in cities around against the Vietnam War, King was who gathered, who believed they insults. When crazy meets crazy, months has minimized opportuni- the country. We confronted gov- pretty much told to stay in his lane. could make a difference. what does this mean for the rest of ties and safety for students. ernment with the Poor People’s When he didn’t, some of his sup- Their audacity reflected the us? Fifty years ago, Dr. King This year there will be commem- Campaign. Now what? port drifted away. Yet he persisted. audacity of Dr. King the man who, would have made time for both, orations of the many things that Rev. William Barber, author of He lifted his voice. He made a dif- in his Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speaking of peace. Now, we have happened fifty years ago. This year the Third Reconstruction, and ference. And he left a legacy that, speech in 1964, spoke of the pugilists in charge of diplomacy. we will again mourn Dr. Martin President of the moral movement, fifty years later, we must reclaim. “audacity to believe” that our soci- This is someplace past challenging Luther King and Senator Robert Repairers of the Breach, carries on 1968 was a fascinating year, per- ety could be different, more accept- – it is a prescription for disaster. Kennedy. This year we will the legacy. So does Rev. Jesse by Dr. Julianne Malveaux haps one of the most important as a ing of the poor, and more commit- Then we have the new tax bill remember the 1968 Presidential Jackson, leader of Rainbow PUSH Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., born game-changer in our national con- ted to “three meals a day for our that flies in the face of everything campaign, the drama in Chicago, and a close associate of Dr. King’s. on January 15, 1929, turned 39 sciousness. King was assassinated, bodies, education and culture for Dr. King stood for. It will cut social the Presidential candidacy of the There are others who have audacity, years old fifty years ago. and so was Robert Kennedy, a man our minds, peace and freedom for programs, and filter more money to racist George Wallace, the rising but they can’t do it alone, any more Assassinated on April 4, 1968, he who embraced King’s message and our spirit.” the wealthy. When Dr. King said he fists of Black athletes at the than our leaders did fifty year ago. didn’t make it to 40. Yet in his who might have been an amazing Fast forward. Peace is elusive. had the audacity to believe that Olympics, and the peak in Vietnam Where do you stand? scant 39 years on the planet, he President, had he been able to com- We may well be looking at a people could have three meals a deaths. We in the civil rights com-

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FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 9 - 15, 2018 M E N ' S 2 0 1 7 - 1 8 B L A C K C O L L E G E B A S K E T B A L L (Standings and Top Players)

ENTRAL INTERCOLLEGIATE C MID EASTERN SOUTHERN INTERCOLLEGIATE SOUTHWESTERN CIAA ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION ATHLETIC CONFERENCE MEAC SIAC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE SWAC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE INDEPENDENTS DIV CONF ALL CONF ALL CONF ALL DIV ALL NORTH DIVISION W L W L W L W L W L EAST DIVISION W L W L W L Virginia Union 0 0 4 1 9 8 Bethune-Cookman 3 0 8 9 &ODÀLQ     W L W L W. Va. State 6 7 Virginia State 0 0 3 1 13 1 Morgan State 3 0 7 9 Clark Atlanta 8 0 14 1 Jackson State 4 0 7 10 Lincoln (Mo.) 7 8 Lincoln 0 0 3 3 8 8 North Carolina Central 2 0 8 8 Morehouse 8 0 13 0 Texas Southern 3 0 3 13 Tennessee State 6 9 Eliz. City State 0 0 1 2 5 5 Benedict 7 2 14 3 North Carolina A&T 1 0 8 8 Ark. Pine Bluff 3 0 3 14 Cheyney 2 10 ™ Bowie State 0 0 2 3 7 9 SC State 1 1 5 12 Fort Valley State 6 3 9 8 Prairie View A&M 2 1 5 12 UDC 1 12 Chowan 0 0 1 3 5 7 Savannah State 1 1 4 13 Paine 2 5 3 11 Alabama State 2 2 2 14 SOUTH DIVISION Albany State 1 5 1 13 Norfolk State 0 0 2 12 Alabama A&M 2 2 2 15 St. Augustine’s 0 0 5 1 8 9 Md. E. Shore 1 2 5 13 WEST DIVISION TOP PLAYERS Shaw 0 0 3 2 9 6 Florida A&M 1 2 2 17 Central State 3 4 4 11 Southern 1 2 5 11 PLAYER J. C. Smith 0 0 1 1 8 6 Coppin State 1 2 1 17 Miles 2 4 3 10 Grambling State 1 3 5 12 Pat Johnson-Agwu, 6-5, Jr., F, WEST VIRGINIA Winston-Salem State 0 0 2 4 4 11 Hampton 0 1 5 11 Kentucky State 3 6 4 12 Miss. Valley State 0 3 0 16 STATE - Averaged 15.5 points in two games. Had Livingstone 0 0 1 2 3 6 Howard 0 2 3 15 Lane 3 6 4 9 Alcorn State 0 4 4 13 team-high 18 points in loss to West Liberty and 13 Fayetteville State 0 0 1 4 4 11 Delaware State 0 3 2 16 Spring Hill 2 5 4 11 points in loss to Wheeling Jesuit. Tuskegee 1 3 2 12 TOP PLAYERS NEWCOMER Amariontez Ivory, 6-3, Jr., G, LINCOLN (MO) - Aver- TOP PLAYERS TOP PLAYERS LeMoyne-Owen 1 8 4 10 PLAYER aged 16.0 points in 1-1 week. Led Blue Tigers with 18 PLAYER PLAYER Jared Sam., 6-9, Sr., F, SOUTHERN - Averaged points in win over Northeastern State. Had another Trey Brown, 6-3, Sr., G, VSU - In 3-0 week, averaged Tiwian Kendley, 6-5, Sr., F, MORGAN STATE - PLAYERS OF THE WEEK double-double of 20.5 points 11.5 boards getting Joe Daniels Photo 14 points in loss to Central Oklahoma. 14.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1 block including 22 Averaged 32 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 1.7 PLAYER 19 points, 10 rebounds in win over Grambling, 22 NEW SAM WASHINGTON: In points vs. WSSU and 13 vs. Livingstone. VWHDOVLQZHHN6FRUHGRISRLQWVLQ¿QDO Brandon Morris, 6-8, Sr., F, BENEDICT - In 3-0 points and 13 rebounds in loss to Jackson State. ROOKIE 1:33 in comeback win over UMES, hit game-winner week, averaged 21.6 points including season-highs NEWCOMER as the new head football Jordan Peebles, 6-6, Fr., G, VUU - Averaged 7.0 vs. Savannah State. of 33 points vs. Miles, 16 rebounds vs. Tuskegee. Maurice Rivers, 6-7, Jr., F, JACKSON STATE - SHERIFF coach at NC A&T replac- points in win over Shaw and FSU. DEFENSIVE NEWCOMER Led Tigers with 14 points off the bench in win over NEWCOMER Phillip Carr, 6-9, Sr., F, MSU - Avgd. 10.7 regounds Ray Croon, 6-6, Jr., F, KENTUCKY STATE - In 1-1 Southern, also led JSU with 15 points and grabbed AT NC A&T ing Rod Broadway. Savon Goodman, 6-6 Sr., F, SHAW - Averaged 23 in two games getting 13 vs. SSU and 11 vs. UMES. week, averaged 22.0 points including team-highs 8 rebounds in win over Alcorn State. points in 1-1 week getting 22 points in loss to Va. Union 6RX¿\DQH'LDNLWH, 6-6, F., B-CU - Had 34 boards of 24 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists vs. Paine. and 24 points in win over Bowie State. Shot 63.3% (19 11.3 rpg.) in three games with a high of 13 vs. Howard. RI IURPWKH¿HOGDQG RI IURPWKHOLQH ROOKIE BROADWAY RETIRES AT NC A&T; VSU'S R. J. COLE, 6-1, Fr., G, HOWARD - Averaged 31 points, 7.5 assists in two games. Had 30 points vs. BARLOW ON RADAR OF GRUDEN, RAIDERS FAMU, 32 in OT loss to B-CU.

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State 56 Norfolk State 2 0 9 5 Albany State 5 3 9 9 Cheyney 3 11 Chowan 0 0 4 1 12 3 Benedict 4 5 4 13 Lincoln 86, Shaw 76 Clark Atlanta 76, LeM. Owen 71 North Carolina A&T 1 0 6 7 Southern 3 1 4 9 Lincoln (Mo.) 3 11 Livingstone 74, Chowan 61 Kentucky State 86, Paine 75 SAT., JAN. 6 Bowie State 0 0 4 1 11 3 Hampton 1 0 4 9 Fort Valley State 1 8 1 16 Prairie View A&M 2 1 4 10 CIAA UDC 2 12 St. Augustine's 64, Virginia Union 56 Morehouse 85, Lane 53 Elizabeth City State 0 0 1 2 7 6 Coppin State 2 1 3 12 Paine 0 6 0 11 Alabama A&M 2 2 7 8 Tuskegee 74, J. C. Smith 70 Spring Hill 60, Fort Valley State 56 Bowie State 73, Shaw 49 SOUTH DIVISION North Carolina Central 1 1 3 12 WEST DIVISION MEAC SWAC Virginia Union 85, Fayv. State 65 J. C. Smith 0 0 2 1 10 4 Central State 7 1 12 3 Ark. Pine Bluff 1 1 3 10 BCSP PLAYERS OF THE WEEK B]-Cookman 89, Md.-E. Shore 84 Alabama State 63, Alabama State 46 Lincoln 72, St. Augustine's 61 Florida A&M 1 2 3 13 Texas Southern 1 2 6 8 Shaw 0 0 1 4 3 13 Delaware State 1 2 2 14 LeMoyne-Owen 5 3 6 6 PLAYER Coppin St. 79, Florida A&M 78, 2OT Ark.-Pine Bluff 69, Alabama A&M 62 Virginia State 81, Livingstone 65 Alabama State 1 2 4 11 Morgan State 89, Savannah State 88 Jackson State 60, Alcorn State 55 W-Salem State 101, Chowan 96 Winston-Salem State 0 0 1 5 6 9 SC State 0 2 5 9 Spring Hill 3 3 9 6 Jasmine Davis, 5-11, Sr., F, W. VA. STATE - In 1-1 NC A&T 76, Delaware State 65 Southern 80, Grambling State 69 MEAC St. Augustine’s 0 0 1 5 4 11 Howard 0 2 4 11 Kentucky State 4 4 4 11 Alcorn State 1 3 5 10 week, averaged 16 points and 6.5 rebounds. Scored NC Central 64, Norfolk State State 63 Texas Southern 100, Prairie View 94 Morgan State 61, Florida A&M 56 Livingstone 0 0 0 4 5 9 Miles 2 3 4 8 Miss. Valley State 0 3 0 15 19 points with six rebounds in win over West Liberty SIAC Savannah State 0 2 2 11 Hampton 70, Md.-E. Shore 65 Fayetteville State 0 0 0 5 4 9 Md. E. Shore 0 3 3 12 Lane 3 6 3 12 and led Lady Yellow Jackets with 13 points and 7 Miles 76, Fort Valley State 72 WOMEN Bethune-Cookman 59, Howard 55 rebounds in loss to Wheeling Jesuit. MON., JAN. 8, 2017 Tuskegee 1 5 2 12 PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Shawnee State 85, Central State 82 Delaware State 58, SC State 44 BCSP PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Tia Wooten, TENNESSEE STATE - Had 26 points SWAC CIAA Coppin State 66, Savannah State 57 BCSP PLAYERS OF THE WEEK PLAYER PLAYER RQRIVKRRWLQJIURPWKH¿HOGRIIURPWKH Alabama A&M 65, Miss. Valley St. 55 Lincoln 78, Shaw 57 SIAC PLAYER BCSP PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Briana Green, 5-11, Sr., F, SOUTHERN - Averaged Alexis Johnson, 5-10, Sr., F, VIRGINIA UNION - FT line, and 8 rebounds in win over Tenn Tech. Ark.-Pine Blluff 94, Alabama State 68 Eliz. City State 65, W-Salem St. 46 &ODÀLQ7XVNHJHH Genesis Lucas, 5-7, R-Sr., G, COPPIN STATE PLAYER 24 points, 8.5 rebounds and 4 steals in two big wins Grambling State 72, Alcorn State 61 Bowie State 71, Fayv. State 52 LeMoyne Owen 59,Clark Atlanta 48 Averaged 24 points, 17 rebounds and 6 blocks in NEWCOMER - MEAC scoring leader averaged 20.5 points, 7 Dominique Williams, 5-9, Sr., G, CLAFLIN - getting 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 steals in win Jackson State 65, Southern 61 Chowan 85, Livingstone 71 Spring Hill 89, Fort Valley State 57 two wins. Had 30 points, 17 rebounds and 5 blocks over Grambling Saturday and coming back with 31 Jamyra Maye, 5-7, Fr., G, CHEYNEY - Scored Virginia Union 104, St. Augustine's 57 Kentucky State 89, Paine 67 rebounds, 7.5 assists and 4 steals in two wins. Had Scored game-high 26 points and pulled down 9 off the bench in win over FSU. Made 11 of 17 shots points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 3 steals in win team-high 15 points in win over Clarion. Had 14 SAT., JAN. 6, 2017 MEAC Miles 58, Benedict 55 17 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 steals in win rebounds with 3 assists and 5 steals in win over over Jackson State Monday. points in loss to Bloomsburg CIAA Coppin State 62, Florida A&M 56 SWAC IURPWKH¿HOGDQGRIIUHHWKURZV+DGSRLQWV over Savannah State. Also had 24 points, 9 rebounds, Tuskegee Saturday. Also had 6 points and 4 rebounds and 7 blocks in win over St. Aug's Monday. NEWCOMER Va. Union 88, Fayetteville State 59 Norfolk State 75, NC Central 60 Prairie View 61, Texas Southern 56 6 assists and 2 steals in win over Florida A&M. rebounds in win over Miles. Shaw 73, Bowie State 64 Bethune-Cookman 55, Md.-E. Shore 48 Southern 63, Grambling State 44 ROOKIE NEWCOMER NA St. Augustine's 60, Lincoln 53 NC A&T 66, Delaware State 48 Alabama State 76, Miss. Valley State 41 7\N\UDK:LOOLDPV, 5-10, Sr., F, MORGAN STATE 6KDPHND0F1HLOO, 5-7, Fr., G, VIRGINIA UNION - Had - Averaged double-double of 17 points and 11 NA Virginia State 72, Livingstone 65 Morgan State 73, Savannah State 67 Jackson State 74, Alcorn State 51 17 points, 6 rebounds, 6 steals and 5 assists win win Chowan 82, W-Salem State 65 SIAC Alabama A&M 52, Ark.-Pine Bluff 49 rebounds in two wins. Had 16 points and 10 boards MEAC Fort Valley State 48, Miles 43 INDEPENDENTS over St. Aug's, 15 points, 2 assists and 3 steals in in win over Savannah State. Also had 18 points and B\-Cookman 92, Howard 87, OT SWAC Bloomsburg 69, Cheyney 60 win vs. Fayv. State. 12 rebounds in win over Florida A&M. Md-E. Shore 92, Hampton 83 Southern 86, Jackson State 76 Northeastern State 69, Lincoln (Mo.) 58 NEWCOMER Morgan State 87, Florida A&M 68 Alabama A&M 65, Miss. Valley State 48 Mercy 53, UDC 51 Chrisanna Green, 5-11, Jr., F, VIRGINIA STATE - 19 Sav. State 80, Coppin State 71 Alabama State 63, Ark.-Pine Bluff 54 Tennessee State 76, Tennessee Tech 66 points, 16 boards, 4 assists in win over Livingstone. SC State 63, Delaware State 60 Grambling State 75, Alcorn State 68

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St. Paul AME Church Presents ------SSPPIIRRIITTUUAALLLLYY SSPPEEAAKKIINNGG ------“Take Me Back,” Concert In celebration of the New Year, The Fine Arts Ministry of St. Paul AME Real Christians Have Always Had Targets on their Backs Church will present “Take Me Back,” Sunday, January 21st, at 5 p.m. This event will feature old music recorded and sung by gospel legends. All from the deep faith of those impris- Holy Trinity and the truth of Jesus entrenched institutionalized power singers are invited to participate and share in this special occasion. oned, that the concept has never left Christ, but the world in which I live of all kinds. That’s when I realize Rehearsal will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 10 a.m. The me. What is it about being a believ- does view me in this manner. I sup- that if you are a believer in Christ, Reverend Dr. Marvin C. Zanders is the pastor. For more information con- er, a walking, talking believer that pose, the more important question you are most certainly a threat to tact church office at (904) (904) 764-2755. somehow frightens those in power, is: Have I done anything or said Man, because Man craves power so much so, that a jail cell or worse anything that should land me in jail, and Christianity abdicates all power Southside Church of God in Christ is a reasonable solution to the imag- if jail is defined as that spiritual to Jehovah. We stand as representa- ined problem? place that present day Sadducees tives of that truth and stand trial January Schedule of Events History suggests that professing and Pharisees want to send people everyday with the world as our Southside Church of God in Christ Noon Day Prayer Clinic with Prophet one’s belief in Jesus Christ as Lord like me? If I haven’t said or done judge and jury. That explains that Dwight Follins is scheduled for Tuesday, January 23rd. Also on scheduled can literally be a death sentence. anything, then maybe I better get target on the backs of believers is the “Revival” with Apostle Lakesha Savage of Mobile, AL, scheduled for The Bible teaches us that eventual- going and stir things up. throughout history and should Wednesday, January 31st and February 1-2 at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday worship ly our belief will be put to the ulti- In their day, the apostles, Paul and remind us all of the target on our services will be held at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Wednesday Night Bible Study By James Washington mate test. Have you ever wondered others, were indeed looked upon as own backs. All I can encourage you take place weekly at 7 p.m. All services will be held at the church located I heard Bishop T.D. Jakes of The why God’s teachings are so feared threats to the establishment; that to do in the face of all this is to stay at 2179 Emerson Street. SCOGIC is under the leadership of Bishop Edward Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas by those who believe in other reli- meant governments and principali- the course and know our defense Robinson Sr. For more info contact the church office at (904) 398-1625. preach a sermon, one night, that gions? I used to say Jesus’ message ties, as well as the church hierarchy. attorney is on the case 24/7. The really caught my attention. He made so much sense that, even if He If nothing else, I don’t think anyone prosecuting attorney has already reminded those in the audience that didn’t exist, we should invent Him. would argue that on His worst day, lost this case. So, when you’re Glover to Headline Leadership most of the Bible was written from Now that I’m saved, I guess you Jesus was the quintessential revolu- alone in your cell remember, you Workshop at First Church a jail cell. I think his overall mes- could say I know I’m a candidate tionary. It still amazes me how such have already won. The battle is sage had something to do with his for assassination. My point, as I was principles of unconditional univer- over. The verdict is in: We won. EWC President Dr. Nathaniel Glover will headline a “Leadership” work- prison outreach ministry, which I being enlightened by Bishop Jakes’ sal love for humankind got Him May God bless and keep you shop, sharing the approaches and guidelines of leadership on Jan. 27, 11 understand to be significant. I was reference, is that I don’t view killed; then it always hits me that always. a.m., at the First Church of Palm Coast. so struck, however, by the reality of myself as a threat to anyone based this kind of philosophy will ulti- Dr. Glover emerges with positive impact receiving $8.5 million for revi- God’s Word and direction coming upon my belief in one God, the mately attack and undermine talizing an athletic field, rehabilitating a student dormitory, and improving the quality of resources for Edward Waters College and the surrounding neighborhood in the core of Jacksonville. Dr. Glover is also the first-elected African-American Sheriff of ‘Prosperity Gospel’ vs. Martin Luther King’s Legacy Jacksonville, and the first-elected African-American Sheriff in Florida by Frederick Harris black population across generations, but also will have to do battle with Jr. left in his last Sunday sermon since Reconstruction. Moreover, Dr. Glover is an alumnus of Edward Black churches remain one of the social classes and geography. And the popularity of a theology that cel- before his death in 1968. In a bril- Waters College. Admission is free for the workshop. few institutions rooted in black as scholars of social movements ebrates material success as a mark liant but mostly forgotten sermon Located at 91 Old Kings Road North, the First Church of Palm Coast - communities that have the capacity have demonstrated time and again, of God’s favor to obedient follow- titled “Remaining Awake Through a pastored by the Rev. Gillard S. Glover – can be reached at 386-446-5759. of mobilizing a growing diverse institutions like churches help to ers. Great Revolution,” King preached sustain activism over time. While In the past two decades this that real change in America required technologies like cellphones and the “gospel of bling” has overshadowed constant vigilance: “It is our experi- Internet can draw people together the activist-oriented tradition of ence that the nation doesn’t move for a cause, institutions like church- black churches, marginalizing a tra- around questions of genuine equali- es help to sustain movements. They dition that has been centered on ty for the poor and for black people provide not only spaces for people challenging racial inequality. As a until it is confronted massively, dra- to assemble, but also a ready-made consequence of its popularity the matically in terms of direct action.” leadership structure to organize peo- prosperity gospel has helped erode Today, this requires more than a ple and direct them toward a cause. — if not corrupted — black church- vote for the right candidate. It However, the activist wing of the es' long-held civic and moral values. requires that the activist wing of the black church – which was the back- These values placed greater black churches join — once again bone of the civil rights movement emphasis on transforming commu- — with progressive forces to help during the 1950s and 1960s and the nities to make them economically save homes before they are fore- organizational basis of black elec- and socially viable than on trans- closed on, organize demonstrations toral politics from the 1970s to the forming churchgoers to make them at financial institutions, and protest 1990s – is slowly fading away. That rich. This means that activists must on the steps of the Capitol and at the activist tradition has given way to occupy not only physical spaces but White House. megachurches and the self-centered also mental spaces. After all, the Fredrick C. 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Butterfly Beautiful box in 2017 to the inception of her business, she get young Black girls excited about has sold hundreds of boxes. reading new books. The monthly Although she’s had to make a lot subscription box featured a chil- of sacrifices as a teen entrepreneur, dren’s book written by a Black such as giving up sports and other author and other products created extracurricular activities, having by African-American entrepreneurs the opportunity to inspire young including toys and treats that were Black girls and boys has been worth all centered around a monthly it, Prewitt said. She’s slated to theme. attend the University of Kentucky “Depending on your age group, and has planned to major in both you get a book, where the main education and interior design. character is a woman of color. We Prewitt is far from the only Black feature black businesses that are youth trying to change the narrative Vegan With Soul owned by women and then there are surrounding youth literacy in the just trinkets in the box like jewelry African-American community and Braised Collard Greens and candy and different things that inspire their peers. Marley Dias 17-year-old entrepreneur Journi Prewitt is setting a commendable go along with the theme of the launched the #1000BlackGirlBooks and Creamy Jalapeno Grits example for young black girls everywhere with her monthly book month,” she told WCMA Action campaign last year to promote subscription service and boutique Black Beautiful Butterfly. News 5. books with Black female leads so by Chef Darius Cooks A 17-year-old Memphis-based major racial disparity in youth liter- After the $30 box grew in popu- that girls of color could feel repre- If you’re looking for a vegan recipe that even your grand- entrepreneur has created a monthly acy. larity, Prewitt decided to curate sented. In addition, an 11-year-old mother would love, this is it! Chef Darius Cooks allows these boxes for other underserved groups; from St. Louis in March started his subscription box that promotes Inspired by her younger cousin’s collard greens to simmer for a few hours until they are fork reading amongst African-American lack of interest in reading, Journi and created the “Black Dragonfly” own reading club for Black boys children in an effort to change the Prewitt initially created the Black box for young Black boys. Since dubbed Books N Bros. tender. And he braises them in a garlic vegetable broth with tons of smoked paprika – it IS THE way to go! Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika Annual City Black History Calendar Fresh Ministries Welcomes 3 bunches of collard greens 1/2 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning 4 quarts of water 1/4 cup of sugar Unveiling Slated for Next Week 2 vegetable bouillon cubes 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder New Chief Operating 1 teaspoon of Kosher salt About 10 cloves of garlic The Jacksonville Public Library filled with historical and impor- 1 teaspoon of black pepper 4-6 cups of chopped fresh cabbage will host the 29th Annual tant information, in the library’s Officer of Northeast Florida 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder 1/2 cup of olive oil Unveiling of the Jacksonville digital collection. Black History Calendar, A new calendar is produced Jeannetta Mock has joined Fresh Using the above ingredients, add the water to a pot and bring Thursday, Jan. 18th, from 4 to each year with the artwork and Ministries as Chief Operations 5:30 p.m. in the Main Library, contents kept confidential Officer. Ms. Mock is a native of it to a boil. The Chef adds EVERYTHING into a pot except Hicks Auditorium. throughout the creative process Baltimore and holds a bachelor and the oil and cabbage. Let it cook until the greens were tender. For decades the annual Black until it is revealed to the commu- masters degrees from the Add the cabbage and olive oil and cook the greens until the History Calendar has served as a nity at the annual unveiling. The University of North Florida, and is cabbage is softened. reminder to celebrate the achieve- calendar originated in 1989 a decorated U.S. Army veteran who The creamy jalapeno grits is just as easy of an process. First, ments of African-Americans year- through the collaborative efforts retired as First Sergeant after a 22- round focusing on Jacksonville’s of the late Clovia Russell of year career. bring some water to a boil and add in a vegetable bouillon local community. In February, AT&T and Dr. Brenda R. She has extensive experience in cube. Instant vegetable broth! Then, add in a half of a diced copies of the calendar will be Simmons-Hutchins, who was the non-profit world, most recently jalapeno pepper. Next, add in the grits and cook them until available for free at library branch actively involved as calendar as Programs and Services Director they’re tender. Add in a few splashes of vegan half and half locations. More than 40,000 cal- advisor since its inception. JPL with Hands On Jacksonville. and then for good measure, a pinch and a half of garlic pow- endars are produced for distribu- staff began participating on the Jeannetta will oversee all aspects of tion throughout the city and calendar committee in 2007. FreshMinistries' operations in der! Done… across the nation. You can view Free calendars and light Northeast Florida. For the garnish, accent with some sliced some tomatoes and past calendars from 1989 – 2017, refreshments will be provided. Jeanetta Mock tossed them with basil and balsamic vinegar.

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31st MLK Jr. Breakfast Inn Hotel and Suites, 620 Wells MLK Parade Center, St. Johns River State Limelight Theatre, located at 11 Magic of the Movies Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Rd., in Orange Park. Wear your best The MLK Holiday Grand Parade College, 283 College Drive, Orange Old Mission Ave St. Augustine, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 31st dress, hat and gloves and receive a Celebration Festival will take place Park, FL. For tickets and more info Florida. For show times and more presents, “The Magic of the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. prize for the best dress! For tickets Monday, January 15th, at 10 a.m. visit www.THcenter.org info visit www.limelight- Movies” January 26th, 11 a.m. at breakfast presented by Florida and more info contact Christian with a “Color of Unity” festival and theatre.org. the Times-Union Center located at Blue, Friday, January 12th, 7 a.m. Gregoire at (954) 729-0848. Arts Market at Hemming Park, 112 American Legion 300 Water St. Relive Gone with the at the Prime Osborn Center located Duval St. 12-6 p.m. For more info Post Food Pantry DCPS School Wind, The Wizard of Oz, Titanic, YMCA Kid Zone 1000 Water St. For tickets and more visitwww.mlkfdnorg.com. American Legion Post 197 located Choice Expo The Way We Were and many more info visit www.coj.com On Saturday, January 13th, 6:30 at 2179 Benedict Road, will open The Duval County Public School iconic scores and songs from your a.m. - 2:30 p.m., come volunteer to Human Trafficking their Food Pantry Thursday, Choice Expo will take place favorite films! For more info visit Battle of the Bands build a playground in one day at the Dialogue January 18th and every Thursday Saturday, January 20th, 11 a.m. - 3 www.jaxsymphony.org. The First Coast “Battle of the YMCA at Baptist North located at thereafter from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. For p.m. at the Prime Osborn 221 Riverside Avenue. Come see An interfaith prayer dialogue Jacksonville Boat Show Bands and MLK” celebration fea- aimed at ending human trafficking more information contact Anna Convention Center, 1000 Water St. turing the hottest HBCU bands and the transformation of an empty Matthews at (904) 200-0283. Peruse an array of educational The Jacksonville Boat Show will space into a vibrant new play- will be held at the International regional high schools is scheduled House of Prayer,1515 Prudential options for the 2018-2019 school hit the River City, January 26 - for January 13-14th at 8 p.m. ground based on designs from the years and a chance to learn about 28th at 10 a.m. Location is the kids themselves! For more info visit Dr., Wednesday, January 17-18th Tango Fire Location is University of North from 6-7 p.m., Networking starts at programs throughout elementary, Prime Osborn Center, 1000 Water Florida’s Hodges Stadium, 1 UNF www.firstcoastymca.org. Dance Troupe middle and high schools. 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The Premier Bride Expo will be in more info visit call (904) 399-1199. 2nd Annual Taste The Black Man town, Sunday, January 14th, 1 - 4 Times-Union Center - Moran p.m. at the Prime Osborn Theater located at 300 Water St. of San Marco The Stomp Down Walking Gala Jacksonville Tango Fire encompasses and Attend the 2nd Annual Taste of Convention Center, located at 1000 Ballinger Productions and Black Men Walking will present, defines Argentine Tango dancing San Marco, Saturday, January Water St. The Expo will include Science Festival Entertainment producers of “The “The Black Man Walking Gala,” a which sizzles sensuality, rawness 20th, 5 - 8 p.m. at the Bolles School top wedding professionals, vendors The Jacksonville Science Festival Stompdown,” comprised of the Black Tie awards celebration for and sophistication, seductive and located at 7400 San Jose Blvd. For and more! For more info visit is scheduled for Wednesday, nation’s elite step teams; including influential men in the African sultry dancing. For more info visit more info call (904) 733-9292. www.premierbrideexpo.com. January 17th at 3 p.m. at the exciting High School, Independent, American Community, hosted by www.fscjartistseries.org. Museum of Science and History Greek, and Alumni Step Teams Gene Dot.com, Saturday, January Women at Werk located at 1025 Museum Circle. Vaginal Health Summit from all over the country will leave 13th, 7 - 11 p.m. at the Schultz For more info visit www.the- Marvel Universe Live A Vaginal Health Summit will you on the edge of your seat is Center, 4019 Boulevard Center Dr. Conference mosh.org. “Marvel Universe Live, Age of take place Sunday, January 21st, 3 scheduled for Saturday, January For more info call 554-4663. On Saturday, January 13th, from Heroes” is a legendary superhero - 6 p.m. at the Salem Center located 27th, 7 p.m. at the Florida Theatre 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the inaugural battle to defend the universe from at 7235 Bonneval Rd. Come learn located at 128 East Forsyth Street. “Women at Werk” Empowerment Black History Temptations Revue evil! The live-action arena spectac- about taking care of yourself from a For tickets and more info visit Conference will be hosted by Calendar Unveiling with Bo Henderson ular will hit town January 19 - holistic approach. For tickets and www.floridatheatre.com. Action News Jax anchor Letisha The unveiling of the 2018 21st, Show times are 11:30 a.m. and more info call (904) 861-0440. Bringing to Jax the unforgettable Breda. Location is the Aloft Hotel , Jacksonville Black History songs of Motown will be a 7:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Black Violin 4812 Deer Lake Park W. For tick- Calendar is scheduled for Thursday, Arena, located at 300 A. Philip Temptations Revue featuring for- Musical Game The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall ets, visit www.womenatwerk.com. January 18th, 4 p.m., at the Main Randolph St. For tickets visit mer lead singer Barrington “Bo” located at 1050 A1A N. Ponte Library located at 303 N. Main St. www.jaxevents.com. of Thrones Henderson (1998-2003). The con- Sunday at Stetsons For more info email: Fans of HBO’s popular series, Vedra, is proud to welcome classi- cert will be on Saturday, January cally trained hip-hop artist “Black Sunday at Stetson’s is a monthly [email protected]. Game of Thrones, can now get their 13, 8 p.m. at the Ritz Theatre, locat- ‘Fool For Love’ Play Violin” on Saturday, January 27th folk music concert in honor of fantasy fix when Musical Thrones: ed at 829 N. Davis St. For tickets at 7 p.m. The duo combines their author Stetson Kennedy and will Live on Stage A Parody national tour on stage more info call 632-5555. Decades Rewind Tour classical training and hip-hop influ- take place Sunday, January 14th, “Fool For Love,” the play that comes to town Wednesday, The Decades Rewind touring con- ence to create a distinctive multi at 1 p.m. at his former residence depicts reality and fantasy, as past January 24, at 8 p.m. at the Florida cert, dance party and theatrical per- genre sound! For tickets and more Zeta Tea & Luncheon Beluthahatchee located at 1523 and present collide in this explosive Theatre located at 128 E Forsyth St. formance show celebrating the hits info visit www.pvconcerthall.com. The Beta Alpha Zeta Hat, Glove State Rd 13, Fruit Cove, Fl. 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advancement at work was tied to the sexual relationships, an asser- tion Smiley has denied. By fashioning a new program focusing on inspirational stories instead of more general interest news and entertainment, Smiley will sidestep the issue of whether his downfall would make celebri- ties reluctant to be interviewed by him. By striking a digital distribu- tion deal with the media company AerNow and a little-watched cable network, he will also be much less visible. Oprah Teases With Presidency Idea Smiley said he was motivated to get back to work quickly because of The cameras loved Oprah deemed as presidential by many. Winfrey and her longtime partner Graham shared with the LA Times Tavis Smiley concern for employees of his pro- The National Museum of African who assisted in organizing the cam- Stedman Graham at the 75th that a political run could be in the Less than a month after PBS duction company who learned that American History and Culture will paign. Activists Marian Wright Golden Globe Awards on Sunday future of the media mogul. dropped Tavis Smiley’s talk show the PBS show was ending at the commemorate the 50th anniversary Edelman and Andrew Young will night (Januray 7). Caught together “It’s up to the people,” he told the after reported inappropriate rela- beginning of the holiday season. and final crusade of Martin Luther appear in the exhibition. arm-in-arm, all eyes were on them newspaper. “She would absolutely tionships with subordinates, Smiley He said he wasn’t concerned that King, Jr.’s life and legacy. The “City of Hope” exhibition during one of Hollywood’s biggest do it.” announced a deal Monday to go by moving so quickly, he might be The “City of Hope: Resurrection also features placards, murals, nights and it was only the begin- During her speech, Winfrey back to work with a new series missing out on better opportunities City & the 1968 Poor People’s wooden tent panels and lapel but- ning of a memorable evening. shared that “a new horizon is on the about inspirational stories. if he waited for the story of his fir- Campaign” Exhibition features tons created and used by close to After making history as the first way,” and celebrities quickly went His series, “The Upside with ing to fade. never-before-seen images from 8,000 people who “occupied the African American woman to to Twitter to share their support of Tavis Smiley,” will be streamed “You can only make decisions photographers Roland Freeman, Jill National Mall in Washington, D.C., receive the Cecile B. DeMille this presidential possibility. online and shown on The Word based on what’s in front of you,” he Freeman, Robert Houston, Laura for nearly a month and a half to call award alongside Sterling K. Brown NBC, of course, received some Network, a religious-oriented cable said. “You can’t make decisions Jones, Clara Watkins and Ernest attention to the devastating effects who became the first Black actor to backlash from the Oprah love and and satellite channel directed at based on what might happen, on Withers. of poverty on minorities, the elder- take the category for best perform- Donald Trump Jr. wasn’t feeling black viewers. He also announced a what may come.” The “City of Hope: Resurrection ly and children. ance, she delivered a rousing too good about all this either. He five-city tour to talk about relation- He said that as “a black man in City & the 1968 Poor People’s “With new and recently discov- speech that not only inspired but often seems oblivious to the nation- ships in the workplace. America,” he knows that better Campaign” exhibition features rare ered film and audio footage, images encouraged, enlightened and was al outrage created by his father. Among the men caught up in sex- offers may never come. film and oral histories with those and objects, this exhibition pro- ual misconduct cases the past few vides a rare look inside the 1968 months, Smiley has been most Friends, Family and Stars Join Jamie Foxx for 50th Birthday Party Poor People’s Campaign and com- aggressive in fighting back and the memorates the legacy of Dr. King’s first to publicly announce plans to Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx final campaign for economic jus- resume his career. His new show is wore a casual Dolce & Gabbana tice,” said Lonnie G. Bunch III, expected to start in the spring. sweater for his big day, remaining founding director of the National Smiley compared the experience pretty low-key — including the part Museum of African American to when he was fired by BET in where he was spotted leaving the History and Culture. “This exhibi- 2001 for offering an interview that party with Katie Holmes but had no tion reminds us that despite the he had conducted with a newsmak- formal pictures with her all night. unprecedented economic growth in er to ABC News before BET. He He did however ham it up for the America over the past five decades, wrote books about rebounding from cameras with the other leading there are still many Americans liv- setbacks, and launched the late- ladies in his life. His daughters, ing below the poverty line.” night talk show with PBS that aired Corinne and Annalise Foxx, pre- The exhibition will be housed in for 14 years. sented their dad with a birthday the museum’s gallery as a partner to Although conceding that what cake featuring a throwback picture the “American Democracy: A Great was once considered acceptable in of Foxx with the words “Happy Leap of Faith,” an exhibit that the workplace may no longer be, 25×2” written on top. explores the “history of citizen par- Jamie Smiley has been defiant, suggesting Garcelle Beauvais, his TimesJamie Foxx is shown above at his party with girfriend Katie Holmes and daughter Corrine ticipation, debate and compromise that romances between professional Foxx Show co-star, joined the party, from the nation’s formation to show. other stars in attendance such Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Odell Beckham The star may be 50 years young colleagues is hardly unusual. too, and snapped multiple pics with today,” a press release announcing as Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Jr., Ludacris, Ice Cube and Doug E. now, but he still knows how to However, PBS investigators report- the birthday boy, stirring up plenty the exhibit states. 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