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An Award Read The Florida Winning and Georgia Star Newspapers. Publication, Listen to IMPACT serving you Radio Talk Show. since 1951. www.thefloridastar.com Rated “A” by Still the people’s the Better choice, striving to Business Bureau www.thefloridastar.com make a difference. FEBRUARY 11, 2012 - FEBRUARY 17, 2012 VOL. 7 NO. 5 50 CENTS Mayor Brown’s Department of Children and Business Building Summit Families worker Helps in Food Stamp Fraud nately none are located in Jacksonville. There appears to be no let up in Mayor Brown’s push for public- private partnership that will energize Jacksonville’s economy and create jobs. The mayor previously joined with Governor Rick Scott and Regional Chamber of Commerce president, Gerry Mallot on a five day economic develop- small businesses. The ment trip to Brazil to pro- Eddie Wilson Pack Makeba Hunter JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! microlending program mote Northeast Florida would allow small busi- A woman and a Department of Children and Families By: Dennis Wade and attract new business; Convention Center. The ness to receive loans up worker were arrested for fraud involving food stamps. the mayor introduced to summit’s registration was to $50,000; the current Eddie Wilson Pack, 53, was a Department of Children the City Council his three Mayor Alvin Brown closed early because of average for small busi- and Families worker and helped Makeba Hunter, 38, get part Government Reform is putting the convention- the overwhelming ness loans is $13,000. food stamp cards fraudulently. Hunter also got help from Proposal to make city al wisdom of small busi- response. The event was Mills commented that her incarcerated brother to get the names and Social nesses being the real job government more effec- attended by nearly 500 small businesses need Security numbers of inmates without them knowing. With creators into practice. people. Karen Mills, the tive and efficient. The access to smaller loans the information and help from Pack, Hunter was able to get There are over 80k of U.S, Small Business mayor has said “When it and that $50.000 can 24 EBT food stamp cards. comes to economic Continued on C&J-2 small businesses in Administrator was on make the difference when development, the buck Jacksonville looking for hand to highlight the considering starting a stops with me," and he Roland Martin suspended ROI (Return on importance of small busi- small business. There are wants those charged with Investment). nesses and to promote 178 nonprofit organiza- over ‘offensive’ tweets economic development The mayor launched establishing a tions in the country and initiatives to report Political analyst his Business Builder MICROLENDING pro- seven in Florida that offer Summit yesterday at the gram for Jacksonville’s directly to him. Roland Martin was sus- microloans but unfortu- pended by CNN on Prime Osborne Continued on A-2 Wednesday over tweets he sent during the Super The Florida Star Tuesday night at the movie Safe House Bowl. The LGBT commu- February 7, 2012 nity saw the messages as homophobic and advocat- ing violence against their Roland Martin members. They were sent in response to an ad featuring soccer player David Beckham in H&M briefs. One tweet said, "If a dude at your Super Bowl party is hyped about David Beckham's H&M underwear ad, smack the ish out of him! #superbowl." GLAAD said CNN ought to fire Martin: "Advocates of gay bashing have no place at CNN." Photo by F.M. Powell III The CNN contributor later formally apologized, issuing a statement: Some of The Florida Star readers who received free advance tickets to see the movie, Safe House, featuring Based on several tweets I made on my Twitter Denzel Washington, Tuesday night - Those in attendance felt the movie was great and was an eye opener to some feed on Super Bowl Sunday yesterday, I have been foreign and American operations. accused by members of the LGBT community of being supportive of violence against gays and lesbians AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMU Named One of the Most Popular and bullying. That is furthest from the truth, and I sin- National Universities by U. S. News cerely regret any offense my words have caused.The HERO OF THE WEEK statement from CNN was issued Wednesday after- and World Report noon. It says: "Roland Martin's tweets were regret- Hint 1: Born in Harlem, she table and offensive. Language that demeans is incon- began her career as a model, U.S. News and World Report named Florida appearing in Vogue in 1956. A&M University (FAMU) as one of the Top 15 most sistent with the values and culture of our organization, Hint 2: Her first major popular national universities in the nation. FAMU is and is not tolerated. We have been giving careful con- award was for acting in "The the only historically black college or university that is sideration to this matter, and Roland will not be Blacks," an off-Broadway pro- ranked in the Top 15 with other Ivy League universi- appearing on our air for the time being." duction by Jean Genet. ties such as Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Massachusetts Martin remained on CNN through Tuesday, con- Hint 3: She portrayed Institute of Technology and Princeton. University of tributing to its Election Center coverage Tuesday Harriet Tubman in "A Woman Florida is the only other university in Florida to be night. Called Moses" in 1978. listed in the top 20. Several conservatives, however, felt Martin's Hint 4: Some of her more One of the best indicators of a school’s populari- Twitter transgressions did not warrant a suspension. recent films include "Idlewild" ty among students is the school’s yield—the percent- Martin did not return a request for comment. No (2006), and "Why Did I Get age of applicants accepted by a college who end up word on how long he will remain off CNN's airwaves. Cicely Tyson Married Too?" (2010), and "The enrolling at that institution in the fall. In fall 2010, Help" (2011). 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(B).PR-1-4 E Classified & Business...B-7 Check, Money Order, or Credit Cards Accepted PAGE A-2 THE STAR FEBRUARY 11, 2012 Beyond the Rhetoric: Public Hearing Your Pharmacy May be in Danger By Harry C. Alford State Road 15 (US 1 / New Kings Road) From SR 104 (Dunn Avenue) to I-295 The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is considering whether to allow a corporate merger that could result in great strides backward for African Americans and others suffer- Duval County, Florida ing from economic and health ills. Financial Project ID: 426964-1 Stick with me, because it gets a little complicated. Express Scripts, Inc. (ESI) and Medco Health Solutions are giant, multi-billion dollar Please join the Florida Department of Transportation for an informal public hearing to corporations that control prescription drug benefits for hundreds of millions of Americans. discuss proposed plans for SR 15 (US 1). The hearing will be held: Thursday March 1, Known as pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), these companies decide which pharmacies 2012 at the Lincoln Villa Center, 7866 New Kings Road, Jacksonville, FL 32219. people can visit, what prescription drugs are available for purchase, and how much these The hearing will be an “open house” format from 4:30-6:30 p.m. with a public com- medications will cost. They also decide how much community pharmacies will be paid for ment period beginning at 6:30 p.m. The proposed transportation improvements include filling prescriptions. milling and resurfacing, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements, the instal- The potential merger affects so many people, and raises so many antitrust issues, that lation of a raised concrete separator which will result in the closure of two median open- the FTC is reviewing it to see if it should be allowed at all, and if so, under what condi- ings to improve the operational and safety aspects of the roadway. As of February 9, 2012, tions. project documents will be available for your review during normal business hours at the If these two companies are allowed to join forces, they will control the majority of the Highlands Regional Public Library, 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32218. Persons prescription market—and decision-making—in several key areas, including mail order and who wish to submit written statements may do so at the hearing or send them to the address specialty pharmacy, and will dwarf the remaining PBMs in size and prescription volume. below no later than March 11, 2012. The increased level of market control will give the merged company the power to increase To arrange for language assistance (free of charge) or accommodations for persons prices and push out rivals, including community pharmacies. with disabilities, please call Ms. Myrna Widmer at the number below at least 7 days prior Don’t just take my word for it. Senator Herb Kohl (D-WI) is the Chairman of the to the hearing. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights. age, national origin, disability or family status. When it comes to antitrust matters, he is an expert. In a letter to Jonathan Leibowitz, chair- It is the policy of the Florida Department of Transportation District 2 to prohibit mate- man of the FTC, Kohl asks that the agency carefully scrutinize the merger. He cites con- rials and/or exhibits in our public workshops, meetings or hearings that are not the prop- cerns that the merger will reduce competition, raise prices for consumers, and threaten com- erty of the Department. Therefore, no outside party will be allowed to display or hand out munity and chain drug stores. materials in any of these events. Kohl believes “the stakes for American consumers, health plan sponsors, and our nation’s network of local pharmacies arising out of this transaction are very high…” He is Myrna Widmer, Project Manager (386) 961-7767 right. And the stakes are even higher for African Americans than for the average American Florida Department of Transportation or (800) 749-2967 consumer. 1109 S. Marion Avenue, M.S. 2002 Email: [email protected] If prices go up, as expected under this merger, and community pharmacies are no Lake City, FL 32024-5874 longer able to compete in the hostile climate created by the PBMs, African Americans throughout the country will lose access to needed medications and other pharmacy servic- Mayor Alvin Brown To Speak At Local Church es. This is disturbing in light of existing health disparities. African Americans are more The New Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church likely to be afflicted with life-threatening diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer will celebrate its Annual Family and Friends Day, on than whites. Infant mortality is higher. We are less likely to be immunized against com- Sunday, February 12, 2012. The worship service will mon, easily-preventable illnesses. So the convenient, localized services provided by com- begin at 10:30 a.m. munity pharmacies in our neighborhoods are especially important. The Reverend Harry L. Dawkins, Senior Pastor On top of that, consider the devastating effects of the recent recession on African states that he is expecting a mighty move of God and Americans. The unemployment rate for blacks in January 2012 was 13.6 percent, nearly extends a heartfelt welcome to the Honorable twice as high the 7.5% unemployment rate among whites. Many African-Americans have Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown as the speaker for the lost their homes during the recession. And, even having a much lower household of wealth day. to begin with, blacks have lost a greater percentage of net worth, according to the Pew The community is invited to share in what promis- Research Center. es to be a joyful worship experience. New Bethel AME This means that the people most in need of quality health services are least able to Church is located in the heart of the Edward Waters afford them. The ESI/Medco merger will make matters worse by increasing prescription College Campus at 1231 Tyler St., Jacksonville, FL. drug prices and causing community pharmacies to fail, including, notably, a number of New Bethel has been a strong spiritual pillar in the minority-owned businesses. community and is listed in the historical registry. For One of the PBM companies, ESI, is already dropping popular pharmacies from its net- more information please call 904/353-1822. work, pre-merger. Yes, this is the same Express Scripts that recently dumped Walgreens, the nation’s largest pharmacy chain, eliminating access for the many people of color who live near these stores. But ESI does not care whether community pharmacies remain in its network, or even survive. In fact, CEO George Paz told Senator Kohl at a Judiciary Subcommittee hearing about the merger, “I can’t stop certain pharmacies from going out of business.” The other company, Medco, is requiring many of its customers to use mail-order phar- macies instead of retail pharmacies, deciding for patients in Big Brother fashion which pharmacy services they can use. This also threatens community pharmacies. But don’t look to the company for sympathy. Medco CEO David Snow believes his pharmacy robots are better than your local pharmacist down the street, and if he has his way, you will no longer have a choice. Viewed in light of existing health disparities and economic difficulties, and the indif- ference of the PBM executives, there are no benefits for African American consumers in allowing the merger to proceed, and there are many risks. If the FTC gives the merger the “most serious review” requested by Senator Kohl, it is difficult to see how they could possibly allow it to move forward. Mr. Alford is the co-founder, President/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce®. Website: www.nationalbcc.org. Email: [email protected].

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When Mayor Brown Mayor Brown also met Investment Generating was appointed by the U.S. with Secretary Ray LaHood Economic Recovery conference of Mayors to in Washington to advocate (TIGER) grant is perfect chair the Metro Exports and for JAXPORT, and the U.S. example of the mayor’s Ports Task Force he immedi- Department of public-private partnership at ately accepted the challenge Transportation authorized work. and saw the opportunity to $10 million in funding for a The mayor’s next boost JAXPORT as a job rail-cargo project at Dames Business Building Summit creator. Point. The Transportation with be held next May. Diversity Symposium The D. W. Perkins Bar Association, Inc. in cooperation with the Jacksonville Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and The Florida Bar Association will be sponsoring a Diversity Symposium at the United States Federal Courthouse on February 23, 2012, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. The purpose of this symposium is to highlight and demon- strate the importance of creating a dialog about diversity. The theme for this program is “Embracing Diversity and Excellence: Coexistence and Change.” The facilitator for this program is Judge Pauline Drake and Judge Henry Adams, Jr. will be available to answer questions about the film which will be shown. Conversations on Catfish, Courtrooms and Change: The Life and Times of Henry Lee Adams, which was produced by Lang Sheppard of Stunt Dog Production, Inc, son of William J. Sheppard, Jr., Esq. will be shown. The film recounts the story of Judge Henry Lee Adams, Jr. and his rise from poverty stricken and segregated Eastside of Jacksonville through the Civil Rights Movement to his current posi- tion as the first Black Senior United States District Judge in the State of Florida. Judge Adams is the narrator of the film. Students from Paxon School of Advanced Studies are also going to make a pres- entation through music. The group appropriately named DIVERSITY and under the direc- tion of Ms. Deborah McDuffie Doby will perform. This group includes students from diverse backgrounds. Students have also been invited from Eugene Butler Middle School and from the City of Jacksonville Youth Build Program and the DAWN (Developing Adults with Necessary Skills) Program. This is an important dialog and discussion that must take place among judges, lawyers, teacher and students from different areas and backgrounds. Submitted by Pauline M. Drake FEBRUARY 11, 2012 THE STAR PAGE A-3 CHURCH In Loving Memory Of The Late Faith In Our Community LULA B. PHILLIPS The Church Directory Schedule of Events and Services 1905 – 1998 “Come and Worship With Us” ANNOUNCEMENTS New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 1824 Prospect Street * Jacksonville, FL 32208 NEW FOUNTAIN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH, 737 Sunday School …...... ………………..9:30 a.m. Jessie St., celebrate our church and Pastor’s Anniversary, Sunday Morning Tuesday, February 14th, Wednesday, February 15th and Intercessory Prayer...... …..10:45 a.m. Thursday, February 16th, 2012 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. nightly. To God be the glory for the things he has done for Youth Church Well Mother, fourteen years ago, February 3, 1998, 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) us for 95 years with the church and 9 years with Rev. and you left us for Your Heavenly home. Your Memory Tuesday - Pastoral Bible Study ...... 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Louis Kirkland. For more information call (904) and Spirit will ALWAYS be in Our Hearts. Elder Arnitt Jones, Acting Pastor 354-3021. Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus Sadly missed and Loved by Your Son; Otis Daniels, (904) 764-5727 - Church CFIGC REFRESHING WOMEN/PUSH TV MIN- ISTRY will present the Annual Brunch/Luncneon to be Grand’s; Andre, Melody, Leiroi, Renee and Monique, Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church held on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at St. Matthews three great grand’s. Sunday Lutheran Church Auditorium, located at 6801 Merrill Earlene “D’vyonne” Richardson Worship Service ...... 10:00 a.m. Road, Jacksonville, FL, from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. For Church School ...... 8:30 p.m. of Jacksonville, FL journeyed from this Wednesday more information call (904) 220-6400. life with the Lord, on February 5, 2012, at “Glory Hour” Bible Study ...... 10:00 a.m. the age of 63. Earlene was born February “Jehovah Jireh” Bible Study ...... 6:30 p.m. ST. SIMON BAPTIST CHURCH of Orange Park, FL, 28, 1948, to Bertha Watkins Richardson Rev. W. H. Randall, Founding Pastor, is celebrating Black 2nd & 4th Thursday “Young at Heart Ministry ...... 10:00 a.m. and Earle Laurence Richardson. She is Friday History Month, with an original drama presentation "The the sister of Tony Richardson of The Joy Explosion Ministry ...... 6:30 p.m. Journey From Slavery To Freedom," Friday, February 24, Florida Star and WCGL. Earlene was a 201 East Beaver St. * (904) 355-9475 2012 at 7:00pm. Please come and witness this historic member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. She attended the Rev. Pearce Edwing, Sr. event. The Church is located at 1331 Miller Street, Orange local public schools and was a 1965 graduate of Stanton Park, FL 32073. You may call 904-215-3300 for more Vocational High School. The Staff of The Florida Star is GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH information or directions. sorry for your loss, we will be praying for strength, peace, “The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody” and comfort for you and your family. Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209 Come join Bishop Dr. Lorenzo Hall Sr. every Wednesday Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206 and Thursday from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM for Prayer Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586 Meeting and Bible Study at The Greater El-Beth-El Divine Holiness Church, located at 723 W. 4th Street, Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. Jacksonville, FL 32209. DEATHDEATH NOTICESNOTICES Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Tuesday...... Prayer Meeting & Bible Study,7:00 p.m. Listings are due the Tuesday before the next issue. McINTYRE, Freddie L., Thursday...... Joy Night,7:00 p.m. Email submissions preferred. Send to: JACKSONVILLE, FL died February 2, 2012. “Email: [email protected] [email protected] OGLESBY, Martin D., Website: Greaterelbethel.org ASKEW, Cornelius 67, died February 1, Mark, died February 1, 2012. 2012. READ, Carol Lynn, 55, Central Metropolitan C.M.E. 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E kaabo (eh-kah-bow). Welcome. by Frances Bradley Volume Burks, Photographer Surprise Retirement Celebration!

After 28 years as Lead Tech at Penske, Anthony “Tony” Murray decided to call it quits so he could spend more time with his family and working in his church. After spoiling his wife, children and grandchildren for several months, his loving wife, Maxine decided he should be rewarded for all his hard work so she solicited assistance from family, friends and fel- low church members to pull off a major surprise. A few weeks ago, more than 150 family members, friends, former coworkers and fellow church members came together to celebrate the end of the professional career of the great worker, father, friend and church steward. Family attending included his wife Maxine; children: Anthony K. Murray (Katrina), Florina Spikes (Leon) of Waycross, Lawrence Murray of Philadelphia, and Tarnee Coffey (Richard); grandchildren: Raven Coffey, Richard Coffee III, Rochelle Coffey, Anthony K. Murray, Jr., Brittany Taylor, Joshaun Sanders, Airlissia Swain, Rachel Swain, and Raela Swain He was completely caught off guard because he thought he was going to a function honoring his daughter. He wanted to support her like the good father that he is. He was pleas- antly surprised when the tables were turned as she gave him a very moving tribute when she expressed her gratitude for his ever presence in her life and those of her children. Family, friends, former coworkers, in-laws, members of the Church Security and Married Couples Ministries (Shiloh MBC) came forth to express sincere gratitude for acts of kind- ness and generosity given or displayed throughout the years by the honoree. Pops, as he is called by the kids, grew misty eyed as he listened to each comment. At one point, he blew a kiss to his wife Maxine to show his appreciation for her acts of love. She in turn ran up front to plant a big smooch on him. This brought cheers from the crowd. Finally the man of the hour was able to speak and thanked everyone for coming out to share in the celebration with him. He enjoyed his work while doing it, but retirement feels good, too. He definitely feels the love generated around the room. Maxine also thanked everyone for coming and assisting her in surprising her husband. It wasn’t easy. The guests dined on a delicious meal of roasted chicken, meatballs, rice, green beans, rolls, various sodas and desert prepared by Libby D’s Catering. The videographer was Must “C” Films/Charles Nicholson and the photography was handled by Portfolio’s LTD, Leroy Love.

Tony and Maxine Murray with The Shiloh MBC Tony and Maxine Murray with children and grand- Tony and Maxine Murray Married Couples Ministry children

Tony Murray with former coworkers Tony and Maxine Murray with the Murray Family from Penske Maxine and Tony Murray with grandchildren

Maxine and Tony Murray with children Tony Murray, Tony Murray and Church Security Ministry, Shiloh MBC The Man of the Hour FEBUARY 11, 2012 T HE STAR PAGE A-6 ENTERTAINMENT

Cymphonique Delightful Teen With A Sizzling, Positive New TV Show! By Rych McCain, [email protected] and Facebook Photo by Michael Elms for Nickelodeon TV Network

’m sitting at a massively long meeting table in the conference room for stage 25 at Paramount Studios. This is one of the most famous sound stages in show business whose hallowed floors have hosted among others, “I love Lucy,” “The Lucy IShow,” “Taxi,” “Cheers,” “Frazier,” “True Jackson, VP” and now Nickelodeon’s new teen live-action dramedy series “How To Rock.” As I settle into my comfy seat, it doesn’t take long for the show’s star, fifteen year-old Cymphonique Miller (PKA Cymphonique) to grace the room. She is gorgeous, funny, witty, intelligent, very articulate and dressed fly! The fact that Cymphonique is the baby daughter of rap music mogul and businessman Master P and of course little sis to rapper/actor/athlete Romeo Miller is slowly becoming irrelevant “old-hat” information as she methodically carves her own niche in the biz. In her new show, Cymphonique plays Kacey Simon, a teen who was once a “mean girl” in a clique who called them- selves “The Perfs” (meaning perfect) but she fell out of favor with them after she has to get glasses and braces. She soon discovers that hanging with a new group of friends may not be as bad as it first seemed. The season will follow Kacey as she navigates through high school social circles, real and fake friendships and learns how to rock her “real” self. The show basically carries a positive message for teens to be themselves because at the end of the day that is only who you can actu- ally be anyway! Now for those who assume that Cymphonique got this show due to the workings of her dad, think again-- -she didn’t! She actually auditioned just like anyone else and they didn’t even know who she was until after they had cho- sen her. She explains, “I went in for a general audition when I was twelve. We flew to New York and this was just a gener- al audition. It wasn’t necessarily for the show “How To Rock.” When I went, I decided that I didn’t want them to know who I was related to at all. No dad, I’m not saying who you are, I don’t want them to know who Romeo is, when I do this audi- tion I want to do this for me.” When describing the audition experience Cymphonique lights up, “I had to do many different things in the script. I had to sing, dance, act and do different voices. So literally for this one video clip, I was doing all of these different tasks. I went back home and a month later we got a call saying we really like Cymphonique’s video, we want to do something with you. So not until then, they were like wait a minute, that’s Romeo’s sister who we already had a show with and she did a gener- al audition? They were like how did we not know this? So it feels so special for me and I feel like I was meant to be here because they loved me for who I was before they knew who I was related to. Nickelodeon is like m extended family!” When she gets into talking about the show, Cymphonique emphasizes that it is basically being true to who you are. She adds, “It’s got music in it so we have a new song each episode which is really cool and we also love physical comedy and each week we do crazy stunts.” How does Cymphonique fair in comparison to her character Kacey Simon? She laughs, “I would have to say that the way that Kacey Simon dresses and my style defer a little bit just because Kacey Simon is more of a girly girl. She like always has skirts, she does her hair way more fly than me. I’m more like edgy glam. That’s my style, that’s what I like. I love jewelry, I love to accessorize. I love sparkly things. I always love shinny skinny jeans and boots and I love Doc Martens!” Check out her website cymphonique.com. The Rych McCain’s Hollyhood Notes! show premieres Saturday, Feb 4 at 8:30 P.M. (ET/PT) on The Nickelodeon TV Network. By Rych McCain, [email protected] HEALTHY LIVING blood pressure screenings, as Music: ------well as questions for your Soul crooner Tank will drop a new album this spring titled “Savior” on Atlantic Records. The Great Tips For Heart Health physician. Find out and jot new single “Next Breath” is now available at all DSPS. The lady’s man is also kicking off an 8-city Month down foods you can eat to lower trek dubbed “The Couples Retreat” Tour and will grace the live stage at the upcoming Essence cholesterol and other ways to Music Festival in July in New Orleans. (StatePoint) For most take care of your heart. TV: people, February conjures up • E at more of the “good Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment has partnered with Jada Pinkett-Smith and Will images of red hearts, candy and stuff”: Be conscious of what Smith's Overbrook Entertainment on the development and launch of a live, new international TV messages to loved ones. But, you are eating and make an format to find the world's greatest DJs. This new format has already been developed and will be co- did you know February is also effort to incorporate heart produced by Syco and Overbrook. The show will capture the incredible rise of the DJ phenomena. It American Heart Month? healthy foods into your diet. For has been in development for over a year and Syco, OE and Sony Pictures Television will soon Now is a great time to example, fruits, vegetables, focus beyond Valentine hearts announce their broadcast partners in both the US and the UK. Simon Cowell said: "We have been whole grain, and low-fat dairy and pay attention to your actual working on this show for over a year and we wanted to partner with the right people. As soon as I are all good choices for a heart heart. met Jada and Miguel from Overbrook, I knew they would be our ideal partners. DJ's are the new rock healthy diet. Eating more fish As the leading killer of stars, it feels like the right time to make this show." "This show will comb the world to find a new breed like salmon, which contains Americans, cardiovascular dis- of talent," said Jada Pinkett-Smith, "I am happy to be creating it alongside Simon Cowell, the Sony ease affects one in three people omega-3 fatty acids, may also team, and my partner Miguel Melendez, on behalf of the Overbrook family."We are thrilled to be in the U.S. -- approximately 81 help reduce the risk of heart dis- working with Simon Cowell and our partners at Overbrook on what we know will be a tremendously million people. And, the ease. successful global format," said Andrea Wong, President of International Production for Sony American Heart Association • A im for more whole Pictures Television. predicts that this number will grain oats: When making food Book Review: increase to 116 million people, choices, look for whole grain Queenpins (Notorious Women Gansters of The Modern Era) by Ron Chepesiuk. Strategic or 40.5 percent of Americans, oats or whole grain oat cereal Media Books, LLC. www.Strategicmediabooks.com, ISBN: 978-0-9842333-5-9. Former college pro- by 2030. that contains beta glucan, like fessor turned award winning author Ron Chepesiuk is a true life crime expert having written several Thankfully, there are Cheerios. Beta glucan is a natu- top selling books on the subject. His latest offering is on a subject that few consider but is as real as simple steps you can easily ral soluble fiber found in oats it gets and that’s female gangpins or “queenpins” as he calls them. His book chronicles the criminal incorporate into your day-to- that helps reduce bad choles- lifestyles, activities and workings of these ladies who operate in the game with equal ruthlessness, day life that can make a big dif- terol. To reduce the risk of heart fearlessness and aplomb as any man and in some cases better. You won’t be able to put “Queenpins” ference, according to Susan J. disease, you need three grams down once you open it up. Available on websites and bookstores. Crockett, PhD, RD, FADA and of soluble fiber daily from TV Review: leader of the General Mills Bell whole grain oat foods as part of How To Rock. Nickelodeon TV Network Starring Cymphonique Miller (Kacey Simon); Institute of Health and a diet low in saturated fat and Samantha Boscarino (Molly Garfunkel); Halston Sage (Grace King); Max Schneider (Zander rob- Nutrition. cholesterol. bins); Noah Crawford (Nelson Baxter); Lulu Antariska (Stevie Baskara) and Christopher O’Neil “Genetics does play a • R un, walk, skip, jump: (Kevin Reed). Executive producer, David M. Israell. Alloy Entertainment. Cymphonique Miller role in cholesterol and overall However you choose to exer- stars as Kacey Simon who once was a mean girl as a member of “The Perfs” (meaning perfect). But heart health,” says Crockett. cise, just make sure it is a part after she had to have glasses and braces, she fell out of favor with The Perfs and regrouped with a “While being aware of one’s of your daily routine. new set of friends and started a band. The show is basically built around the theme of “it’s cool to be family history is certainly • T ry healthy swaps: important, there are lifestyle yourself just as you are.” Every episode will feature new music by the band, live action comedy and Healthier options are out there, changes you can make and surprise guest stars. The show airs on Saturdays at 8:30 P.M. (ET/PT) This one has “hit” written all so make the switch. For foods you can eat as part of an over it! instance, instead of full fat may- overall healthy diet that can Movies: onnaise, spread smashed avoca- decrease the risk factors for do on your sandwich, which is Big Miracle. Universal Pictures, Working Title Pictures. Starring Drew Barrymore, John heart disease and may help Krasinshi, Ted Dansen, Dermot Mulroney, Kristen Bell, Tim Blake Nelson and Vinessa Shaw. lower cholesterol.” high in healthy fats that help Directed by Ken Kwapis. Produced by Steve Golin. In October of 1988 a news story broke world- There are several ways your heart. Also, when eating wide with daily major network coverage about a family of three endangered, majestic gray whales (a people can begin to make a dif- out, don’t be afraid to ask your mom, pop and their off spring) who were trapped by rapidly forming ice in the arctic waters of Pt. ference in their personal heart server for healthier preparation Barrow, Alaska. In the movie version, reporter Adam Carlson (Krasinshi) discovers the whales and health and cholesterol levels, methods, like steamed and breaks the story. Then his Green Peace ex-girl friend Rachel (Barrymore) helps to organize and lead according to Crockett. To help broiled instead of fried, or an all out push to save the whales which eventually forced the combined rescue efforts of the U.S. make your lifestyle more heart- ingredient substitutes like and Russian military This is a great nature story. 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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. Man Shot by Unsatisfied team for two seasons and graduated in Homeless Man Attack Gas Station Clerk Customer in Drug Deal 2008. He then went on to continue playing football at a university for two A homeless man is now behind bars after A man was more seasons before transferring. beating a clerk at a gas station. shot and killed Cox was arrested and charged The clerk was stocking shelves at the gas during a drug with first-degree murder with a station and 42-year-old Zachary Bartell Nes- deal that went firearm and robbery with a firearm. bitt, who was known for shoplifting, walked wrong. Cox had no criminal history before into the store. The clerk and an employee 21-year-old and this was his first arrest. watched him and also told him that he’d better Frank Morse not steal anything. Nesbitt then went to the Perry was found Suspected Arrested for Home Zachary Nesbitt clerk and hugged him hard and said, “You shot to death in- Invasion know I don’t do that.” Frank Perry side a silver When the clerk pushed Nesbitt away, that’s when Nesbitt Honda Sedan, which was left with the An arrested started to beat him. He then grabbed a board and started hitting engine running. A maintenance was made on a him in the head with it and did not step, even when he fell down. worker had found Perry and the car in man in connection When Nesbitt was finished, he fled the store. the parking lot of an apartment com- with a home inva- Police arrived and found the victim bleeding considerably plex with all the doors locked, except sion incident that due to a huge cut on his head. He was taken to the hospital and the door to the front passenger seat. left the home- was treated for his injuries. Detectives said a witness told owner wounded. Police found Nesbitt and arrested him for aggravated bat- them that Perry had met with Joshua At least two tery. Records show he had been arrested 14 times since 2007 for D. Cox, 23, earlier on in the day. The people were re- charges including petit theft, forgery, and disorderly intoxication. two men had met to negotiate in a drug Tyree Spratt ported to have deal of a half pound of marijuana, but rang the doorbell of a home and tried Cox was not satisfied with what Perry to force their way inside. The home- was trying to sell him. According to owner tried to close the door and when reports, Cox wanted a different type he did, one of the suspects shot known as “Purple Kush.” The witness through the door and hit him in the leg. also said that Perry and Cox left the The suspects were all wearing scene and agreed to meet again later. masks and fled in a vehicle. Police Police were able to locate and found the vehicle abandoned and arrest Cox after the discovery of found ski masks, a halloween mask, a Perry’s body. Cox told detectives that bat, and guns. he met with Perry and ended up shoot- Police tracked down one of the ing him in self-defense during the suspects, Tyree Spratt, 18, for at- deal. After shooting him in the head tempted robbery with a firearm while multiple times, Cox said that he took wearing a mask, possession of a hand- Perry’s marijuana and the money from gun by a person under 21 and shoot- his pockets. ing a deadly missile into an occupied Perry played offensive and de- dwelling. Police are still looking for fensive line for a high school football other suspects. FEBRUARY 11 , 2012 THE STAR C&J 2 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. Worker Helps in Food Stamp Fraud Your Safety A woman and a Department of Children and Families worker were arrested for Medicare Fraud fraud involving food stamps. Eddie Wilson Pack, 53, was a Fraud costs the Medicare Program millions of dollars every year, and you end up Department of Children and Families paying for fraud with higher health care costs. Fraud schemes may be carried out worker and helped Makeba Hunter, 38, get by individuals, companies, or groups of individuals. food stamp cards fraudulently. Hunter also got help from her incarcerated brother to The following are examples of possible Medicare fraud: Eddie Pack get the names and Social Security numbers of inmates without them knowing. With the information and • A health care provider bills Medicare for services you never received. help from Pack, Hunter was able to get EBT cards, which is the • A supplier bills Medicare for equipment you never got. name of the food stamp cards. • Someone uses another person’s Medicare card to get medical care, supplies, or According to reports, investigators stat- ed that the inmates were not eligible to par- equipment. ticipate in any of the public aid programs. • Someone bills Medicare for home medical equipment after it has been returned. Police found out that Hunter sold the cards • A company offers a Medicare drug plan that has not been approved by Medicare. and also used them for herself. When Pack • A company uses false information to mislead you into joining a Medicare plan. was questioned by investigators, he told them that Hunter called him to complete If you think a charge is incorrect and you know the provider, you may want to call numerous EBT applications and phone their office to ask about it. The person you speak to may help you better under- Makeba Hunter interviews with other people other than stand the services or supplies you got. Or, your provider may realize a billing error her. Investigation showed that only two addresses were used to was made. complete all the applications. A total of 24 EBT cards were found issued with the names of the inmates. You can help stop dishon- Police searched and found Hunter. She was arrested on est people by identifying charges including racketeering, third-degree grand theft, and and reporting cases of food stamp fraud. After investigation, she was also charged for potential fraud. obtaining or attempting to obtain a controlled substance by fraud. Medicare is committed to Pack was arrested on felony charges of racketeering, protecting you and other official misconduct, and misappropriating public aid funds. He people with Medicare from is said to have been accused of making false entries on at least fraud, abuse, and identity 11 cases. theft. Medicare is working 10 Grenades Found in Home very hard with other gov- ernment agencies to protect 10 grenades were found in a home after the Medicare Program. Would you like to stay connected with your loved a man and woman were arrested who were ones on lock down in jail, or prison? staying in the home illegally. When reporting suspected Anyone gone but not forgotten that you want to Police responded to a complaint about a fraud, Medicare will not encourage? Get connected and keep a fight between neighbors. When they use your name if you do not CONNECTION through our new CONNECTION spot. arrived to the house, they found 10 want them to. However, if Call, Write, Email, or Fax to us titled: grenades, drugs, a weapon, and a pet pig. you remain anonymous, it CONNECTION, $10 - 3 lines of text only All residents from the neighborhood were evacuated will be hard for Medicare (Total 18 words) With PICTURE included $25. and a bomb squad came to the scene and took the grenades to and other departments to the lab to determine if they were real. Contact G’ @ 904-766-8834 or Email conduct their investigation [email protected] The man and woman were in their 30s and were arrest- send all correspondence to because they will have no P.O. Box 40629, Jacksonville, FL 32203 ed on weapon and drug charges. way to contact you. FEBRUARY 11, 2012 THE STAR C&J 3 BizarreBizarre CrimesCrimes who, what, when...huh?

Man Accused of Carrying Weapon and Peeping Tom Police Catch Man with DNA From the Towel He Dropped

A man was arrested after constantly peeping into a Police were able to find and arrest a man with woman’s window and causing more trouble when police the help of DNA evidence. came. Terrence Jackson, 36, had a white towel over A woman had called police about a man who would his head and grabbed a female customer’s purse at not stop peeping into her window. She said when she a 7-Eleven. The woman held onto her bag, while woke up, she saw a man looking into her bedroom Jackson dragged her across the floor. When she let through her blinds. She said he kept walking back and Terrence Jackson go of her purse, Jackson fled the store, while the Jose Gabriel forth from her bedroom window to the back door. It went towel on his head fell to the ground. Serrano on for 10 minutes and she decided to call 911. The son of the victim went after Jackson and confronted him When police responded to the call and arrived to the house, 35-year- in front of the store. He tried to get the purse back until Jackson old Jose Gabriel Serrano was found behind the residence. Serrano was or- dered to the ground, but he refused and ended up fighting with the officer pulled out a handgun in front of him and the victim’s son let go. who was trying to arrest him. Police recovered Jackson’s towel and sent it to a DNA lab After the officer struggled with Serrano, he was finally able to put for testing and the results matched with Jackson in the national data- handcuffs on him. After a search, the officer found a black military-style base. Police determined that Jackson was the one who committed combat knife in Serrano’s pocket. the crime and tracked him down. Serrano was arrested and faces charges of loitering, resisting an of- Jackson was arrested and he admitted to stealing the purse. ficer without violence, and carrying a concealed weapon. He was charged with armed robbery and aggravated assault. Other Unusual Crimes Across the Nation

Teacher Punches Female Student in the Face Two Men Sell Rental Car on Craigslist Radnor, PA- A 14-year-old female student was said to have thrown chalk at 41-year-old Richard Little in his classroom. When the supervisor came, Houston, TX- Bradley Eugene Rhodes, 26, and Brandon Wil- he asked Little to leave the classroom. Little stepped out into the hallway son, 26, listed a car on Craigslist, a website where people can and pulled the student with him. The supervisor then saw Little punching sell items, and put the owner as “Marcus Hertz.” The car was her in the face until she bled. Police later came and escorted Little off the campus and he actually a rental car from the Hertz Rental Car company that was sent to the hospital with the student. Police say that when they looked at Little’s Brandon hands and fingers, they saw blood and teeth marks. Little was arrested and charged with Wilson didn’t return. When it was listed on the site, the rental Wilson aggravated and simple assault, and other charges. Little was released after posting 10 company listed the car as missing because it was never re- percent of the $100,000 bail. Also the school where Little worked, caters to children who turned. A buyer became interested in the car and decided to meet up with are victims of violence and neglect. Rhodes and Wilson. The buyer met with the two men at a gas station and he Couple Steal Dog and Demand Owner to Pay Dog’s Medical Bills handed over $5,940 to them. He was then given a forged title Charlotte, NC- Lillie Simmons, 76, had one day come home to discover with the name “Marcus Hertz.” The victim attempted to obtain that her dog, that she claimed to be chained in her front yard, was missing. license plates for the vehicle, but he discovered the title was Simmons did not know that a couple had actually found her chihuahua forged and that the car was a rental car. Investigators used the and took care of it. Police said they found out that the couple had the dog Bradley cellphone number that was attached to the Craigslist ad and take all the right vaccinations and took care of it. Later on, the couple registered the dog Rhodes found that it was registered to Rhodes. They also found the pa- and became its legal owners. The woman realized the dog already had an owner after perwork at Hertz Rental Car, which was filled out by Wilson. The paperwork seeing missing signs on the street. The couple brought the dog to Simmons, but told her showed his driver’s license, which he used to rent the car. Police were able that they would not give the dog back, unless she paid them $250. The money was for the medical expenses including the neutering and vaccination bills. Simmons told them she to locate Rhodes and Wilson and arrested them. Rhodes was charged with didn’t have the money, so the couple left. Police closed the investigation and allowed the felony counts of forgery of a government instrument and theft. Wilson was couple to keep the dog. charged with felony theft and fraudulent transfer of a motor vehicle. FEBRUARY 11, 2012 THE STAR C&J 4 CriminalCriminal Line-UpLine-Up MISSING CHILDREN

Name: Kevin Oscar Santana Name: Monique Lashay Name: Daniel Placide Name: Jayden Deshawn Name: Tierra Goodman Age: 17 Cooper Age: 13 Giles Age: 13 Weight: 190 lbs Age: 17 Weight: 130 lbs Age: 8 Weight: 130 lbs Last seen: 1/14/12 Weight: 160 lbs Last seen: 1/21/12 Weight: 85 lbs Last seen: 1/26/12 Last seen: 1/26/12 Last seen: 12/20/11 ON THE LOOKOUT Purse Snatching Suspects

A robbery to an individual occurred at Wal-Mart. The victim was in the parking lot walking to her vehicle when an unknown white female wearing multi colored hospital scrubs exited a light blue Toyota Scion. The female suspect snatched the purse from the victim and fled in the Toyota Scion driven by an unknown white male suspect.

Investigation revealed prior to the robbery the suspect attempted to purchase an item for an infant; howev- er, the card was declined. Shortly thereafter, this robbery occurred.

The white female suspect is described as 25-25 years old, 5’5”-5’7”, light eyes, and blonde hair. The white male suspect was described as tall and skinny.

Anyone with any information 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.

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Citizens with tips are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and become eligible for a reward. FEBRUARY 11, 2012 THE STAR PR - 1

FAMU PRESIDENT TEMPORARILY SUSPENDS MEMBERSHIP INTAKE FOR CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONS AND CANCELS 2012 SUMMER BAND CAMP

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University to cancel the band camp in light of the on-going investi- (FAMU) President James H. Ammons announced Tues- gation and the plans to convene a FAMU Board of day that he will temporarily suspend the induction, en- Trustees Anti-Hazing Committee that will review how rollment, initiation, membership intake and recruitment FAMU will best govern band activities. Ammons said he for all student clubs and organizations until fall 2012. would like to give this panel, the board and the adminis- Ammons also announced the cancellation of the 2012 tration the opportunity to do a thorough review before re- Summer Band Camp. instating any marching band programs. “Our top priority is the health, safety and well being “In no way have we terminated our curriculum in of students,” said Ammons. “We are convening a panel of music,” said Ammons. ‘We have a group of talented experts and outstanding thinkers to provide advice and music faculty who prepare students for great careers in recommendations on the operation of student organiza- music and other pursuits. We will continue this very im- tions. Before we enter into a new student intake process, portant academic program for the benefit of any current we should have the benefit of the work coming from the students or future students that might choose to pursue committees and the investigations.” this degree. We have also continued our scholarship sup- Ammons made the decision to suspend intake and port of students who meet the appropriate criteria and will other membership activities after discussions with student continue to do so, pending the availability of funds.” leaders, advisors and other university person- nel. “I totally support this effort,” said Breyon Love, president of FAMU Student Government Association. “This issue of haz- ing has had a far-reaching impact on the uni- versity and I believe that we need to pause for a moment to make sure that all of our students are ready to seriously move in a direction which will result in a complete culture change. We want to make sure every student knows about the personal responsibility they have in making sure we wipe out hazing on our cam- pus.” According to Ammons, the temporary suspension on initiation and membership in- take is effective as of January 31, 2012. Am- mons delivered the news at a mandatory campus wide forum on safety which included a panel discussion by a group of campus ad- ministrators who focused on the assistance available to the campus community when safety issues arise and what the reporting re- sponsibilities are for students, faculty and staff. According to university officials, any or- ganization in violation of the temporary sus- pension will be suspended as a campus organization in accordance with university guidelines. Ammons told the group he has decided FEBRUARY 11, 2012 PREP RAP PR - 2 Finding Mr. Right kind of person you’re looking for? One trick is to visualize your perfect day. Tips for Successful Women Fed Up With Kissing Frogs Are you at the beach? Traveling? Is the man with you quiet or chatty? Is the woman serious or funny? Does he want children? Does she go to church? This will help you identify the characteristics and values of your Mr. or Ms. Right so you can recognize them when he or she comes along. • Get happy in your own head. Once again, it’s all about attraction. Put- ting out positive, confident energy will attract the same. Besides, it’s never a good idea to rely on other people to make us happy. If you need to recover from old hurts, lose weight or find a job, take care of that business first. • Think you’re ready? Test yourself with this quick quiz. 1. Are you happy with yourself? (Or are you miserable because you’ve put on 50 pounds since your divorce?) 2. Are you looking for someone to rescue you or take care of you? (If you answer “yes” to this one, you may not be ready.) 3. Is there room in your life for a relationship? (Or do you have three kids and work a 60-hour week?) 4. Has enough time passed since your last relationship? (Or are you still wounded?) • Now, get yourself fabulous. Rather than, “Why can’t I find a good man?” ask yourself, “Who do I need to become to attract the man (or woman) Both women and men are waiting longer and longer to get married for the who is perfect for me?” It’s not about changing you; it’s about being your best first time, according to the Census Bureau, and fewer women are having ba- you. Part of that is your mojo – your self-esteem. If your mojo is slipping, bies before their 40th birthdays, the Centers for Disease Control reports. In- you’ll attract control freaks, players and jerks. Pump it up with a makeover, a terestingly, more and more women are having babies well into their 40s. Could workout, a sincere inventory of your attributes. it be that it has become more difficult for couples to connect romantically? • Get out there! Put on your sexy jeans get yourself out the door. Where “Women are likely to be more independent and professionally successful to start looking? If you enjoy working with your hands, volunteer for a Habi- than they were a generation or two ago, and that’s wonderful, but it can come tat for Humanity project. If you’ve always wanted to learn Italian, take a class. with baggage,” says Jane Atkinson, author of The Frog Whisperer: A Three- If you love to do yoga, check out a new studio (ladies, you’ll find a surprising Step Approach to Finding Lasting Love (www.frogwhisperer.com). “We’re number of guys there.) Perhaps you find a new church or take a class on Bud- less likely to think about the energy we’re putting out to others, particularly the dhism. The list of meeting spots for singles is a long one: bookstores, dance opposite sex, and that energy has a lot to do with how people react to us.” clubs, supper clubs, book clubs, gyms, golf courses, rowing clubs, dog parks. Atkinson says finding Mr. or Ms. Right requires taking your eyes off of Atkinson’s tips come from real-life experience. At 40, she realized she’d work and focusing on yourself more. What can you do to become the person been kissing a lot of frogs and found not one prince. She applied the model you would want to date? She offers some tips for finding “the one.” • Figure out what you’re looking for. Have you thought hard about what she developed for her business, tweaked it and came up with “Frog Whisperer” – and a prince of a husband.

SIMON KIDGITS CLUB CELEBRATES all the fun of Dr. Seuss. SKIDS’ “The Cat In The Hat Knows a Lot About 75 YEARS OF IMAGINATION WITH DR. Orange Park Mall invites local-area kids and That!” (Check local listings for more informa- SEUSS AT ORANGE PARK MALL parents to celebrate “75 Years of Imagination” tion.) at a special Dr. Seuss event on Saturday, Feb- · Decorate marvelous Mulberry Street Stroll Down Dr. Seuss’ Imaginary Mul- ruary 11 at JCPenney Court. From noon to 2 bookmarks and enchanting Dr. Seuss-inspired p.m., families can wander Dr. Seuss’s whimsi- berry Street at an Inspiring Children’s crowns and tiaras. cal world of imaginary wonder by participating · Create captivating “And To Think That Event in the event’s fun-filled activities: I Saw it on Mulberry Street” booklets. · Take part in a fascinating in-mall book Families can also pick up a special 75th An- Simon Kidgits Club, Dr. Seuss Enterprises reading, narrated by local celebrity readers. L.P. and Random House Children’s Books to- · Capture a photo in front of a splendid niversary Edition of “And To Think That I Saw gether are celebrating the 75th anniversary of Mulberry Street-themed backdrop featuring a it on Mulberry Street,” one of 44 children's Theodor Seuss Geisel’s first-ever published variety of children’s favorite Dr. Seuss charac- books written and illustrated by Geisel, in book children’s book, “And To Think That I Saw it on ters. Families may also have the chance to in- stores beginning January 24. For more infor- Mulberry Street.” As part of the celebration, teract and snap a photo with the cheerful event mation about the Simon Kidgits Club and Dr. nearly 100 Simon malls across the country are VIP, The Cat In The Hat. Seuss’ “75 Years of Imagination” events, visit hosting a special event for families to explore · Enjoy a television episode of PB- http://www.simon.com/kidgits/. FEBRUARY 11, 2012 PREP RAP PR - 3

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By failing to do advance research, time is dent John F. Kennedy, fellow job fair applicants, wasted for both the applicant and the recruiter. “should ask not what your ‘company’ can do for · Resume Has Typos – It is important to proof- By Brent O’Bryan, SPHR you, ask what you can do for your ‘company.’” read a resume for typos and misspellings which un- Savvy job fair attendees focus on how their experi- dermine an applicant’s ability to get interviews and ence benefits the company and offer tangible insight secure a job. The resume should be an error-free on how the skills they have garnered translate to on- showcase of your experience, skills and capabilities. the-job benefits for the employer. · Twittering Away to Irrelevance – Job hunters · Presentation Counts – If you are going to a who are social media aficionados run the risk of in- job fair, you want to stand out from the crowd in a formation overload. While a professional, updated positive, professional manner. What does that LinkedIn profile is always a plus to human resource mean? Even if you are applying for a position that professionals, a Facebook page “gone wild” with will likely require a uniform or carpenter pants, postings about raucous nights at the casino or a wear a freshly pressed suit and comfortable yet pro- Twitter account detailing compromising personal fessional shoes, and make sure that hair and nails information, can be a liability. are freshly groomed. Savvy recruiters look for long The Ugly term potential. Can this maintenance worker be- · Gum Chewing – While it seems incredulous come a supervisor? Can this receptionist become an than anyone would chew gum and talk to a recruiter account coordinator? Dress for the position you simultaneously, it happens more than I’d like to Whether you have a job and are looking to make a would ultimately like to have. admit. Sometimes, the gum chewing applicant is a change or are currently unemployed, job fairs can · Manners Matter – Successful job fair appli- cigarette smoker who is trying to cover their tracks. be a great way to meet with recruiters. But, they can cants are generally conservative when interacting Whatever the reason, there is no place for gum also be quite intimidating to the uninitiated. With with hiring personnel. Never assume that Mr. Fred chewing on the job search circuit! Likewise, some job fairs attracting thousands of applicants, Johnson wants to be called Fred. Reference him as munching on chips or engaging in any other manner it’s important to arm yourself with a plan of action “Mr. Johnson” until he says otherwise of food consumption in front of a recruiter is strictly before you arrive. Think of attending a job fair as · Link Up for Best Results – Not all social off-limits. analogous to a visit to Disney World®. Do you want media is created equal, but LinkedIn, which was · Hygiene Matters – Meeting with recruiters is to spend valuable time waiting in a line to get on a created for the business community, is an ideal on- not the time to forget to brush your teeth, take a random ride you may or may not like, or do you line network for job hunters. Many companies are shower, or groom your nails. Being remembered want to do some advance research, get a “FAST- using LinkedIn to research and find candidates. due to body odor or bad breath is not a ticket to em- PASS,” and spend time enjoying the park? You will LinkedIn helps companies leverage the networks of ployment satisfaction. get the most out of a job fair when you put in the their employees as well. Many successful job fair · Employment Stalker – At every job fair, there time to make it work for you. applicants connect with their recruiters on LinkedIn are applicants who fail to recognize the social cues As a veteran human resources professional after their initial meeting. that their interview is over. They linger at the booth, who has been on point at many job fairs, I have wit- · Traditional Paper Resume Still Rules – Sure, or return to the recruiter again and again during the nessed the good, the bad and the ugly in job fair be- flash drives are cool and can hold a lot of informa- fair. Or they send daily emails to the recruiter ask- havior. By reviewing the following tips and tion, but most recruiters are still pretty old-fash- ing for progress reports. While appropriate follow techniques for job fair navigation, you’ll be pre- ioned and would prefer an old fashioned paper up is important, harassment will not land you your pared for a successful experience before, during and resume that they can read on the spot. Successful dream job. after a job fair. job fair applicants should bring plenty of one-page, Job fairs sometimes offer workshops on any The Good concise and informative resumes with them in a neat variety of topics related to employment. Take the · Knowledge is Power - Smart candidates take briefcase or portfolio. time to attend these free events to bone up on skills the time to thoroughly research the job fairs they at- The Bad and information. Be sure to judiciously follow up tend. They find out what companies will be on the · How Much Does this Job Pay? – Asking about with the recruiters you’ve made a good connection premises and decide which companies are of inter- salary and benefit immediately is a turn-off to re- with at the job fair. Assemble the business cards you est to them. They then read as much as they can cruiters. Think of a job fair as a way to market your- amassed from human resource professionals and about their favorite companies. When they arrive at self to employers to get an interview. Few recruiters fellow attendees and link up to them on LinkedIn. the job fair, they have a short list of companies they will want to move forward with an applicant whose Recruiters appreciate receiving a follow up thank want to make a personal connection with. A re- initial questions revolve around salary, benefits and you email which signals your interest in contribut- cruiter who is meeting with dozens of people in one vacation and personal day allotment. ing to the organization. Just as recruiters have to day is much more likely to remember the applicant · Failure to Differentiate – An applicant who keep track of multiple applicants, applicants need who took the time to read the book from that com- arrives at the job fair with no advance information to develop their own system for logging informa- pany’s CEO, for example, or who had carefully re- on what companies will be on-site and who they tion on all potential job leads. viewed the company’s job postings and website to want to impress, runs the risk of waiting in endless