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Volume 15, No.05“And Ye Shall Know The Truth...” November 19, 2008

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Obama Observations Wilkowski’s Campaign Mayor’s MBE Award Home Depot’s Re-Do Real Estate Info Page 3 Page 5 Page 7 Page 9 Page 12 MilepostPage for 2 Coffee with The Sojourner’s Truth November 19, 2008 This Strikes Us … Community Calendar A Sojourner’s Truth Editorial November 19 So much for the honeymoon! Holidays and Every Days: ProMedica Cancer Institute and Catholic Charities But then again, President-Elect Barack Obama isn’t exactly expecting any sort of grace to help with loss of a loved one; 7 to 8:30 pm; Flower Hospital campus: 419-469- period as he prepares to take over the most powerful position in the world. Good thing, too. 3716 The Obama phenomenon, huge as it has been for the last two years, has only grown in scope since he won the presidency. You can’t find a magazine that does not have his photo November 19-23 on it. Tickets for the inauguration are in greater demand than ever. And, no, faithful readers, 50th Anniversary of Mt. Sinai Pentecostal Church; Nightly services at 7 pm; we do not have any magic way of conjuring up such tickets for you but thanks for asking Saturday night banquet: 419-255-8577 or 419-726-0391 … and asking. U. S. Senator Chuck Schumer (Dem-NY) says his office has received over 100,000 November 20 requests for inauguration tickets. As with other senators, he has 381 to distribute. House “Getting Ovar It:” ProMedica Cancer Institute support group for current and Representatives have only about 200. previous ovarian cancer patients; 7 to 8:30 pm; Hickman Cancer Center at Flower The Obama-watching just has not subsided in the post-election euphoria or curiosity. Hospital: 419-824-8822 CNN and MSNBC saw their ratings go through the roof in the run-up to the election but the guess here is that those ratings are just as strong as all of the newly minted political November 21 nd junkies ponder and second guess every Obama transition move. Friendship New Vision 2 Annual Bishop’s Ball: Dinner music by Tim Bowman; Obama seems to be moving quickly as he plots his moves as well he should. He really, Ballroom dancing; 6 pm; 419-917-0077 unlike any president before him, has to hit the ground running … ready on Day One as his Bethesda Christian Center Cathedral: Celebration service; Guests Bishop rivals – Hillary Clinton and John McCain – were wont to say. Edward & Co, Pastor Beverly Bank of True Holiness of Sandusky; 7 pm: 419-944- And speaking of rivals, it appears that Obama has been magnanimous almost to a fault 0984 to his rivals. He is inviting Clinton to take one of the most powerful positions in the November 22 government and he has reached out to McCain, ostensibly to engage him as an ally in the Santa’s Helpers Child Care: Warren AME; Child care for ages five to 11; 10 am Senate. to 3 pm; Activities provided: 419-472-8668 or 419-259-8601 Independent Senator Joe Lieberman, who caucuses with the Democrats and has a Citywide Christian Trustees Assoc. Meeting: 10 am; James B. Simmons Build- chairmanship as a result, by all rights, should have been locked up in a closet for a while. ing: 419-380-9477 Word has it that Obama has spoken to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to go easy on the disloyal Lieberman, who not only campaigned for McCain but also campaigned in November 23 various locales for the down-ticket Republicans. International Boxing Club Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser: Sponsored by Manos This openness of spirit is not without purpose. Never before has an incoming president Restaurant; 3 to 6 pm; Proceeds donated to benefit inner-city, at-risk youth; 1717 faced quite the challenges that await Obama. Never before has a president needed as much Adams: 419-698-4775 help as he will need. He doesn’t need to make new enemies; he doesn’t need to keep rivals Center of Hope CBC 11th Anniversary: 5 pm; Guests are Rev. John Roberts and out of the loop. Indiana Avenue MBC Obama will be only the second president since Richard Nixon to enter office with a war Brian Thomas Chorale’s 24th Anniversary Celebration: New Life COGIC; 6 pm; ongoing. And only Franklin Delano Roosevelt entered office facing an economic crisis of Guests are Rev. Antonio Clark and New Mercy from Detroit this magnitude. Bethesda Christian Center Cathedral Men’s Day: 11 am; Pre-Thanksgiving Factor in the nation’s energy crisis, the access to health care issue, the environmental Dinner: 419-944-0984 problems, the global war on terrorism, the public education fiasco … you have to wonder Men’s Day at Bethesda Christian Center Cathedral: 11 am; Guest Prophet if it did not occur to Obama on the day after his victory to ask for a recount. Stanley Jack of Shamar Ministries in Reynoldsburg: 419-944-0984 So much for a honeymoon! Mt. Ararat MBC Youth Day Service: 4 pm; Guest Rev. Matthew Allen of Traditionally, presidents can coast for the first 100 days in office. Crises usually take Southern Baptist: 419-472-8747 at least that long to surface. Obama has already been hit with his crises, he spent the campaign speaking at length about most of them. November 24 And did we mention the mess in the American auto industry? Toledo Children’s Hospital and National Center for Adoption Law and Policy: Obama has already let it be known that his preference is for bailing out the industry … Adoption Academy at Children’s Hospital: 419-469-3716 again. That will cost taxpayers another $25 billion, which is $25 billion we don’t have. Advocates of the auto bailout argue that a bankrupt industry cannot expect to reorganize November 26 while clients still line up for cars from companies that they suspect might not be around Ebenezer Outreach Ministry’s Annual Need to Feed Thanksgiving Dinner: in a year when they need the assurances a warranty provides. Ebenezer MBC; 11 am to 3 pm; All are invited: 419-729-1466 Opponents say that throwing money at the auto companies will not rescue an industry that has problems so systemic there is no cure unless they declare bankruptcy and free November 27 themselves of onerous obligations. Thanksgiving!! We’ve already seen the problems that bailouts present with the banking package. In Pilgrim Church Annual Thanksgiving Community Meal: 11 am to 2 pm: 419-478- spite of the Treasury Department’s efforts to push banks into resuming lending practices, 6012 the fact is that the first round of money the government poured into financial institutions Thanksgiving Day Dinner: St. Mark’s MBC; 11 am to 2 pm: 419-241-1726 failed to do that. Banks have been using that money for other purposes such as acquisitions Thomas Temple Annual Free Thanksgiving Dinner: 1 to 3 pm; Dine in only and shareholders dividends. This is the world that President Barack Obama will be leading. November 30 Remember how easy things seemed when George W. Bush took over? All he had to Bethesda Christian Center Cathedral Youth Day: Service at 11 am; Speaker worry about was whether to pass out tax breaks because there was a budget surplus. Then Prophetess Tiwana Alexander: 419-944-0984 all hell broke loose. At least Obama is suffering no illusions about what he is about to face. We don’t know if he is fired up, but he has to be ready to go. The Sojourner’s Truth Toledo’s Truthful African-American The Sojourner’s Truth Owned and Operated Newspaper Kevin McQueen Publisher Fletcher Word Publisher and Editor 1811 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604 Becky McQueen Business Manager Phone 419-243-0007 • Fax 419-255-7700 Alexis Randles Reporter Published weekly on Wednesday Geneva J. Chapman Reporter James Fowler Reporter Artisha Lawson Reporter Jack Ford Political Columnist Michael J. Hayes Entertainment Critic Jason L. Lee Sr. Layout Designer Jennifer Retholtz Webmaster Subscribe to The Truth Today! Pamela Anderson Sales Representative Kathy Sweeny Ad Creation 26 Weeks - Only $40.00 52 Weeks - only $70.00

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Address: ______City ______State ____ Zip ______A Certified MBE, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth, 1811 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604 Send your check or money order to: Phone 419-243-0007 • Fax 419-255-7700 [email protected] www.thetruthtoledo.com November 19, 2008 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 3 Milepost for Coffee with the OBAMA TIMES FOUR……! Fords By Lafe Tolliver, Esq. Guest Editorial Sojourner’s Truth Staff Ok. If you are math challenged, please do not hannel proceed any further than this page but if you are up to 13ABC’s it and want to see how the new “Obama Math” impacts C “Coffee you…read on. with the Fords” will cel- With the impressive win of Barack Obama who is ebrate its 50th telecast now poised to be the next most powerful man in the this Sunday, November world to wit: the president of the United States and, 23. The early morning besides the emotional catharsis that such an election show – broadcast at brought, there is also what I call the new “Obama 6:30 a.m. on Sundays – Math” that we must now factor in when we take in account the new United States in an “AO” (after features former Mayor Obama) era as opposed to a “BO” (before Obama) era. and First Lady Jack and New math principle one: Right or wrong, there are now few to no excuses for black Cynthia Ford. folk (talking about you) to carp and complain that “The Man” has locked them out and they are thus in a death spiral of continuous mental and emotional despair. This Sunday’s show Psychologically, the black authors and agents of race baiting and who made their will bring in a local his- comfortable living ranting and railing about the shortcomings of society can no torian to discuss, appro- longer use that crutch anymore without appearing to be both pathetic and a bunch priately enough, of losers. Obama’s election shows, albeit in a political narrative, that conspicuous Toledo’s earliest may- gains are possible and probable. The obverse is also true that the racial puppets who, for a fast nickel, will sell out ors and first ladies. black people have lost their cachet with their white handlers since their simplistic message is now also shrill and strident. Also on this Sunday’s New math principle two: rightly or wrongly, excellence, or at least a hard showing show will be Andrew Z of one striving for competence, is now the threshold of achievement. The old adage of KISS-FM.. of “I could not do it” just lost it luster when the Obama invigorating chant of, “Yes we can!” became the new rallying cry for black America. “Coffee with the New math principle three: a coalition of whites, blacks, Latinos and a plethora of Ford” takes a look at new voters put Obama in the White House and made Michelle Obama the new life in Toledo and the fashionista and power behind the throne. city’s events and offer- As such, we have to subtract from our mental computations that white folks mean evil for us. Yes, some still do and will, but their input is waning and accommodation ings in arts and culture. is the new order of the day. New math principle four: as seen in the media, there was worldwide jubilation over the election of Obama. His so-called celebrity status, as disdainfully put by his Republican opposition, has jelled into a new found respect for Obama and the United States. As such, we as a people also have to have a new found respect for each other. If others can respect “us” we should do likewise to ourselves and for ourselves. Hopefully that will do a world of good regarding black on black crime, teenage pregnancies and illicit drug usage. Do not be deceived. Obama was not born in a manger in Bethlehem and nor should he face the Herculean expectations of immediate change since it took many years for the United States to get into this “mess” and it will take some time before we can see light at the end of the tunnel but … there is light! For America, this election was both profound and profoundly liberating for everyone because an American black, once removed from a direct linkage via his African parentage is now the president-elect; and he professes an uncanny sense of destiny and purpose which gives some credence to the thought that America’s best days are still yet before it. Now, if you got all four new math principles right, give yourself an “A” and pray for this man and his family because the unseen spiritual forces of evil are arrayed against Barack Obama who professes to be a Christian man.

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Gallery Hours: Mon - Fri: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sat and Sun: By appointment Page 4The Sojourner’s Truth November 19, 2008 Fatherhood Summit Seeks to Connect Fathers with Resources and Information By Artisha S. Lawson Sojourner’s Truth reporter

Vincent Mercy Children’s with public agencies, grass sources are available Hospital and House Bill 130 roots faith and community throughout the community. which will reduce barriers in based organizations. Today, “Our whole goal of our current law to enhance ex- the OPNFF provides net- fatherhood imitative is to be Summit participants offender’s opportunities to working, training, resources, able to bring the services to successfully reintegrate into research, public policy up- where the dads are. Instead society and prevent their dates and other supports to of expecting them to go to future return to prison. fathers and family-serving where the services are in the Also on display was in- practitioners across the state resource centers which are formation about support of Ohio. located throughout the com- services provided by First Northcoast Fatherhood munity, we provide the ser- Step, a family violence inter- Initiative prides itself on con- vices closer to them.” vention center which in- necting with the fathers on For more information on cludes case management and their level and Executive Di- OPNFF, go to their website volunteer opportunities and rector David Justus wants http://www.opnff.net. services for disenfranchised fathers to know that re- fathers as well as life building skills. First-time home buyer programs information was provided by WSOS Community Action Commis- sion. OPNFF was started in Ohio Practitioners’ Net- the biggest things we need “One of my primary rea- May 2003 by the Center for work for Fathers and Fami- to deal with is legislation and sons for serving in this role Families and Children in lies (OPNFF) held an event how it is enforced,” said is two-fold,” said Robinson. Cleveland and has seen ex- titled Advance Fatherhood Jackson. “One of the big- “The first being to overcome panded to cover the entire David Justus of Northcoast Fatherhood Initiative, Ohio Summit on Monday, gest issues to this institu- my own father issues. There state of Ohio. OPNFF seeks Twana Harbor of Ohio Department of Youth Services, to advance fatherhood and November 17 at Owens Com- tion is the people cutting the are many things about my Ricardo Elizondo of United Way, and Robert Franklin munity College to connect checks and making the laws own father during the times family agenda in partnership of Lucas County Children Service fathers in various stages of who have no experience on when he was less than his life with resources to aid the ground level. They have best, and rather than sit back them. no idea on how the everyday and be critical I decided on a The summit was spon- situation is looked at. I would personal level to be a good sored by St. Vincent Mercy encourage the people on the father and be able to help Children’s Hospital, Ohio hilltops to come down to the other men that may be con- Commission on Fatherhood, valley and intervene with fused, hurt, or have a desire Northcoast Fatherhood Ini- folks who deal with this on to do better. I also wanted to tiative, Owens Community the everyday basis before help and train others, and College, Reentry Coalition of they start trying to pass laws overcome some of my own Northwest Ohio, WSOS and legislation.” frustrations.” Community Action Commis- Newly appointed execu- In addition to the panel sion and Toledo business tive director of Ohio Com- discussion, information on leaders. mission on Fatherhood, J. different agencies was dis- The one-day event in- Tracy Robinson, took the played throughout the fo- cluded three panel discus- position provided by Gover- rum room including informa- sions and open question and nor Ted Strickland because tion on video visitation in answer sessions in the top- of personal and community Cleveland, Boot Camp for ics of visitation and custody reasons. new dads provided by St. policies, Ohio child support rules and complications for incarcerated fathers and Pastor Raymond Lloyd, Urban Light Ministries and Ohio Child Welfare child support. One discus- Training Program sion in particular sparked an on-going discussion on fathers who strive to provide for their children. “The common denomi- nator between parents is the child, no matter what took place in the past, regardless of where the money is going. You do what you have to do to make the support, even think to expand and go to those organizations and agencies here,” said Joshua Fowler, CEO/founder of Task. Fight Highway Robbery. Take The Bus. Delma Jackson of Greater Toledo Urban League felt Your reward for ﬁghting the crime that is high gas prices? Savings that more has to be done of about $1,400 a year. Want routes, fares, pick-up times and more? before laws are passed in the form of research to find the Visit www.tarta.com or call 419.243.RIDE. root problem. “I think one of A better way to get there.™ November 19, 2008 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5 Keith Wilkowski Keeps the Excitement Going Sojourner’s Truth Staff The 2008 presidential elec- that I think we have just seen declare his candidacy for the taking on his fellow commis- tion may be a thing of the past in the United States of 2009 race for mayor. There are sioners and entities such as but political fervor appears America to get a chance here several others whose names the LCIC, is said to be explor- to be alive and well in Toledo. in Toledo.” have been mentioned or who ing his chances in a 2009 run. Democrat Keith The hour-long introduc- have from time to time ex- Toledo City Councilman Wilkowski, candidate for tion to the candidate was pressed interest in the job. George Sarantou, who lost to mayor, has taken over the conducted by David Mike Bell, former Toledo Konop in the race for com- office space on St. Clair Street Beckwith who used the meet- fire chief and currently the missioner in 2006, has spo- previously occupied the ing to get the audience in- fire marshal for the state of ken of his mayoral aspira- Obama campaign. The space volved in their reasons for Ohio, clearly has the name tions in the past. He would served the former occupant probably be the leading Re- well and, judging by the size publican candidate. and enthusiasm of the crowd Council President Mark that gathered last Wednes- Sobczak could conceivably day to help Wilkowski kick enter a crowded field of con- off his 2009 campaign, there tenders. And then of course are lots of people ready to there is Mayor Carty enter the fray again. Finkbeiner who has not yet “I have to apologize, there spoken publicly of running are too many people here,” for re-election. joked Wilkowski as he One of Wilkowski’s more opened the event. Turning recent achievements, which serious, Wilkowski told the he mentioned to the audi- crowd: “I want the change ence on Wednesday, was the formation of Toledoans for Obama in the very early days Afro-Semitic Experience attending. recognition to be a credible of the campaign when Obama Sunday, December 14, 2008 “There nothing wrong candidate. Lucas County looked to the rest of the world At the Temple Congregation Shomer Emunim with a little hope,” said Beckwith during his opening 6453 Sylvania Ave. • Sylvania, Ohio remarks. “Why we’re here is On Sunday, December 14, at 3:30 p.m., Congregation B’nai Israel, what’s going to drive us to Congregation Etz Chayim, Congregation Shomer Emunim, the United get something done.” Jewish Council of Greater Toledo and members of the African American Then the audience chimed Community of Toledo will present a concert by The Afro-Semitic in as many spoke of the need Experience, a cross-cultural band that delivers a positive and meaningful for jobs, hard work, a higher musical message about Jewish-Black relations. level of leadership and bring- The ensemble has a unique sound…too jazzy to be labeled “folk” and too inter- ing the northwest Ohio re- cultural to be labeled just jazz. Indeed, their name aptly describes their style and sound; they gion together. are a tapestry of the many sounds of the Jewish and African Diaspora. The Afro-Semitic “Are you willing to stand Experience is a band of African-American and Jewish musicians, dedicated to preserving with me in this campaign to and expanding the rich cultural and musical heritage of both the Jewish and African make a difference?” asked Diasporas. (Diaspora refers to any people or ethnic population forced or induced to leave Wilkowski of his enthusias- their traditional ethnic homelands, being dispersed throughout other parts of the world, and tic group of supporters. He the ensuing developments in their dispersal and culture.) They will offer dynamic musical heard a resounding “yes” in Commissioner Ben Konop, to be a long-shot against the interpretations from the rich tradition of these two cultures: Gospel, Klezmer, Niggunim, Spirituals, Bebop, and Swing. They will frame their music with stories about the selections, reply. who has created controversy very formidable Hillary what they mean, how they relate to us as individual members of a community, and how they Wilkowski is the first to in his aggressive tactics of Clinton organization. reflect upon the relations between Blacks and Jews.

Through their concerts, recordings, and workshops, The Afro-Semitic Experience has created an artistic response to anti-Semitism and racism of all kinds.

This is going to be a fabulous afternoon of music, one you won’t want to miss. A dessert reception will precede the concert. Please consider becoming a sponsor of The Afro- Semitic Experience. Your donation is fully tax deductible. General admission tickets to the concert will be available beginning November 1st at Congregation B’nai Israel, Congregation Etz Chayim and Temple Shomer Emunim, United Jewish Council, Grace Temple and Universal New Beginnings. The cost of a General Admission ticket is $5.

It is our hope that you will support this wonderful afternoon of music and cultural enrichment.

Generous funding provided by the Dr. Morton Goldberg Lecture Fund of the Toledo Community Foundation and the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation.

The Afro-Semitic Experience Committee: Joanne Treuhaft, Co-chair, Carole Martin, Co- chair, Cantor Jamie Gloth, Cantor Evan Rubin, Cantor Jen Roher, Lynn Nusbaum, Wendy Goldstein, Elsa Leveton, Rosemary Bramson, Marilyn Jacobs, Shelley Kahn, Kevin and Becky McQueen, Sheila Odesky, Jackie Orichio, Janet Rogolsky, Arlene Russell, Donna Trail, Diane Treuhaft, Phyllis Wittenberg & Rhonda Witty. For questions, call Lynn Nusbaum at 419-885-3341 or email [email protected].

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Center, an agency they have and Consulting have a few Another new member of been assisting with answers to your questions the ever-expanding execu- fundraising and overseeing or a few solutions for your tive team is Lisa Haynes who the back to school program. problems. handles the public relations At the start of the new year, S & S, as the brochures chores. Haynes, another To- they will be moving down- read, “offers clients a reli- ledo native who graduated town into the Fifth Third able, high-quality alternative from Bowsher High School, Building on Madison Av- to in-house resources for is also taking classes at the enue. business development, mar- Toledo Academy of Beauty “We are growing in every ket development and per- to obtain a cosmetology li- aspect,” said Snelling of the sonal development.” cense. A graduate of AS- move to more spacious quar- But S & S is not the typi- SETS Toledo, a faith-based, ters. cal consulting firm staffed 13-week entrepreneurial The S & S tagline reads: with folks who draw a salary training course, Haynes will “where dreams come true.” from the firm or have had be opening her own salon in For this group of entrepre- little real-world experience in the not-too distant future neurs, the key is to take con- starting and managing busi- adding another component trol of their own destinies nesses. The S & S team is vices. who had died. Indoor Theater – to a num- to the S & S structure. and make those dreams come comprised of entrepreneurs He founded S & S “to Thus the Ollie Nicole busi- ber of different cities across Haynes will be in a posi- true. who are handling their own create entrepreneurial op- ness was created out of the country. tion to assist the other divi- For more information on diverse businesses and portunities for other people.” Penrose’s basement. It’s a Of course, Turner’s in- sions – such as the media, S & S Management and Con- drawing on that experience And S & S creates oppor- name that is starting to gain volvement with S & S en- theater, modeling groups – sulting, go to the website at and variety to assist others. tunities for other people by widespread recognition in ables him to utilize the and will naturally benefit www.sandsmanagement.biz Those businesses in- also creating opportunities the Toledo area. This year company’s resources to pro- from the marketing and man- or call 419-215-4204. clude a cleaning service, a for each other. For example, the brand was nominated for graphic design firm, a media one entrepreneur in the S & Best Designer in Ohio at the company, a stage produc- S fold is Regginal Penrose, annual Hip Hop Awards. Take Charge of Your Education tion company, a clothing founder of Ollie Nicole Cloth- “Every notable artist in To- design component, a coming and Apparel LLC. ledo is wearing Ollie Nicole,” at Phoenix Academy. munications company, Penrose is also director of said Penrose. among others. fashion for S & S. S & S has so many differ- Phoenix Academy offers students in grades 7–12 at every proficiency level the opportunity to learn at their own pace. It’s a far flung collection Penrose, an athlete like ent skill sets in its collection of Toledo talent that is Snelling and a graduate of of entrepreneurs that the Highly-motivated students fast-track their progress toward graduation. company can, for example, Students recover credits without disturbing summer job schedules. Challenged students succeed despite special needs, behavior issues, and Andre Savage of GAME pull models from its model matters that frustrate them in the traditional classroom setting. SAVVY TV management arm – led by Steve Coleman, dress them Home schooling families benefit from the Phoenix approach, which provides in the Ollie Nicole fashions, lessons in highly technical topics on the family computer. bring them to a show at a Our internet-based curriculum offers the benefits students prefer: downtown nightclub – • 24/7 access to lessons on your home computer thereby enhancing that • A downtown computer lab and 3 convenient neighborhood computer establishment’s business labs with hours that accommodate individual schedules and record the show by Game • A curriculum track tailored to the needs and expectations of each student Savvy Television LLC – led • One-on-one live teacher support is available in our labs – teacher help by e-mail 7 days a week by Andre Savage, S & S’s • A clearly-defined discipline code and a safe, secure environment production guru. Take charge of your education at Phoenix Academy. Learn more If the downtown estab- at www.phoenixtoledo.org or call 419.720.4500. lishment needs promotional material – business cards to 2238 Jefferson Avenue Toledo, OH 43604 logos to brochures – then S Phone 419.720.4500 & S’s creative teams can fill Neighborhood Satellite Computer Labs that need also. 3055 W. Alexis Rd. 1100 McCord Rd. 1020 Varland Ave. poised to offer other entre- Woodward High School, at- If the establishment www.phoenixtoledo.org preneurs the services that tended Alpena College to needs marketing help to pro- in-house managers often play basketball and earned a mote the show or other as- have no time to pursue on business associate’s degree. pects of the business, then their own. Penrose had absolutely the Conceptual Freedom Che Snelling is the no intention of entering the Group, led by Delence founder and president of S & fashion design business but Sheares, vice president/di- S. A Toledo native who the Ollie Nicole name came rector of marketing, can as- graduated from Rogers High from two cousins who sist in “identify[ing], School, Snelling attended passed away. The cousins’ develop[ing] and Kentucky State University sister was attending The maintain[ing] a precise mar- where he played football and Ohio State University for keting agenda for clients.” ran track. He earned a degree fashion design and had reg- Recently, JaJuan Turner, in criminal justice. istered the Ollie Nicole name a local playwright and pro- An entrepreneur since the when she also passed away ducer came on board and age of 19, Snelling ran busi- untimely in 2003. Another with the rest of the team’s nesses in Kentucky, Arkan- cousin approached Penrose help, he plans to take his sas and Florida before re- with the idea of taking the very successful plays – the turning home to Toledo name and carrying on their last one was American Is- about four years ago to help relative’s dream of creating sues which was produced run the family business, Con- fashion in tribute to those on October 18 at the Maumee cierge Cleaning and Ser- November 19, 2008 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 7 th 20 North Gallery Presents 100 Show: IMA Day at Liberty America the Beautiful Annual Holiday Show at Downtown Gallery Marks Historic Anniversary Special to The Truth Earlier this month, 20 North Madden and others in cel- Gallery opened the 100th exhi- ebrating 100 Shows in Sixteen bition in their 16-year history, Years at the Opening Recep- America the Beautiful. The tion on Friday, November 7th, exhibition will continue from 6 - 9p.m .The perfect op- through Sunday, January 18, portunity to shop for a unique, 2009. fine art gift for lovers of the On Sunday, November 9, a service was held at Liberty In 1992, St. Clair Street was outdoors and the American Ministries Church of God in Christ entitled IMA Day at virtually abandoned—now it landscape from “Sea to Shin- Liberty. The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance is a thriving arts/entertainment ing Sea.” (IMA) held a pre-opening service for Elder William zone and “Arts Hotspot” in A local physician, Mike Lucas, pastor of Liberty Ministries. the downtown landscape. 20 Basista will be speaking about Pastor Cedric Brock president of the IMA, said: “This North Gallery was the pioneer his work as a fine art photog- is what we are all about helping to build the kingdom of in this location and was so rapher at his Artist Talk on God.” Pastor Robert Lyons and Greater St. Mary’s Bap- successful at attracting people Sunday, November 23rd, 2 tist Church were the guest speaker and choir. who had never been down- artist Klaire at work p.m., at 20 North Gallery. The Pastor McGhee of Serenity and Pastor Self of Majestic town before that this section free reception following the Praise and many others were also in attendance. Pastor milestone for a downtown arts of 20 North Gallery’s annual of downtown became the Artist Talk will conclude at 5 Lucas noted that the grand opening would not be until business is good news for all holiday season show which home of the new stadium, the p.m. Light refreshments will early next year because the church is still in the process who believe in a vibrant and also features photographs, new arena, restaurants, shops be served and gallery visitors of remodeling. dynamic Downtown. The arts paintings, ceramics, jewelry and other destination points will have an opportunity to On November 23 at 5:00 p.m. Bishop Clark and Power are recognized as an economic and decorative arts by other in the Toledo community. speak one-on-one with the Tabernacle will be Liberty Ministries’ guests. “Our 100th Show repre- driver for urban revitalization.” Toledo artists, as well as se- artist. sents a major accomplishment The 100th Show, America lected works by international for our Art Director Peggy the Beautiful, presents sweep- painter and sculptor Joseph Grant and all those who have ing vistas of American land- Sheppard. contributed to the success of scapes and landmarks cap- Join 20 North Gallery and Mayor Carty Finkbeiner the gallery over the past six- tured in breath-taking, candid exhibiting artists Kimberly teen years,” states gallery photographs by Dr. Mike Arden, Sharon Frankel, Edith Honored for Promoting owner Eric Hillenbrand. Basista. Basista’s photo- Franklin, Tom Grant, Klaire, “Reaching such a significant graphs will be the focal point Carol Lee Rice, Julie Schnell- Minority Businesses Special to The Truth On Friday November 14, Toledo Mayor Carty Finkbeiner attended the 2008 Northern Ohio Minority Business Council (NOMBC) banquet and awards ceremony where he was one of four Ohio mayors to be honored for their efforts in expanding minority-based businesses in their communities. The theme for the event was “Inspiring Minority Busi- ness Entrepreneurs for the Next Millenium.” Donna Brazile, CNN political analyst, served as the keynote speaker for the event. Finkbeiner was nominated by Toledo businessman Truman Irving, a member of the NOMBC, because of the City of Toledo’s Minority Business Enterprise program, which is overseen by the Office of Affirmative Action/ Contract Compliance (AA/CC). The office works with public and private entities to certify minority-owned busi- “We are proud that our economic development is moving forward thanks to the efforts of Toledo’s minority entrepreneurs and business owners.”

nesses in the city. The annual goals of attainment for the MBE program originally consisted of a 15 percent participation of minority contractors in construction projects and seven percent for goods, services and material providers, according to the mayor’s office. In July of this year, the MBE goals were increased to 15 percent for construction projects and 10 percent for goods, services and materials. In 2007, the mayor’s office reports that both goals were exceeded with a 20 percent MBE participation in construction projects and 14 percent in goods, services and materials. AA/CC reports that – year-to-date for 2008 – MBE construction participation is running at 24 percent and eight percent for goods, services and materials. In addition to Toledo’s Finkbeiner, Mayors Don Plusquellic of Akron, Frank G. Jackson of Cleveland and Jay Williams of Youngstown are being honored. “Toledo is a city that was founded upon diversity, and we take pride in our city being filled with talented individuals who come from a multitude of ethnic and religious backgrounds,” said Finkbeiner. “We are proud that our economic development is moving forward thanks to the efforts of Toledo’s minority entrepreneurs and business owners. I thank the Office of Affirmative Action/Contract Compliance for their efforts in assisting Toledo minority business owners.” Among the Minority Business enterprises that were recognized was New Technology Steel, an eight-year old manufacturing company with steel processing services in Toledo. New Technology, a Class IV nominee with sales in excess of $50 million, is owned by Sarah Bates, a Toledo native. November 19, 2008 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 7 th 20 North Gallery Presents 100 Show: IMA Day at Liberty America the Beautiful Annual Holiday Show at Downtown Gallery Marks Historic Anniversary Special to The Truth Earlier this month, 20 North Madden and others in cel- Gallery opened the 100th exhi- ebrating 100 Shows in Sixteen bition in their 16-year history, Years at the Opening Recep- America the Beautiful. The tion on Friday, November 7th, exhibition will continue from 6 - 9p.m .The perfect op- through Sunday, January 18, portunity to shop for a unique, 2009. fine art gift for lovers of the On Sunday, November 9, a service was held at Liberty In 1992, St. Clair Street was outdoors and the American Ministries Church of God in Christ entitled IMA Day at virtually abandoned—now it landscape from “Sea to Shin- Liberty. The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance is a thriving arts/entertainment ing Sea.” (IMA) held a pre-opening service for Elder William zone and “Arts Hotspot” in A local physician, Mike Lucas, pastor of Liberty Ministries. the downtown landscape. 20 Basista will be speaking about Pastor Cedric Brock president of the IMA, said: “This North Gallery was the pioneer his work as a fine art photog- is what we are all about helping to build the kingdom of in this location and was so rapher at his Artist Talk on God.” Pastor Robert Lyons and Greater St. Mary’s Bap- successful at attracting people Sunday, November 23rd, 2 tist Church were the guest speaker and choir. who had never been down- artist Klaire at work p.m., at 20 North Gallery. The Pastor McGhee of Serenity and Pastor Self of Majestic town before that this section free reception following the Praise and many others were also in attendance. Pastor milestone for a downtown arts of 20 North Gallery’s annual of downtown became the Artist Talk will conclude at 5 Lucas noted that the grand opening would not be until business is good news for all holiday season show which home of the new stadium, the p.m. Light refreshments will early next year because the church is still in the process who believe in a vibrant and also features photographs, new arena, restaurants, shops be served and gallery visitors of remodeling. dynamic Downtown. The arts paintings, ceramics, jewelry and other destination points will have an opportunity to On November 23 at 5:00 p.m. Bishop Clark and Power are recognized as an economic and decorative arts by other in the Toledo community. speak one-on-one with the Tabernacle will be Liberty Ministries’ guests. “Our 100th Show repre- driver for urban revitalization.” Toledo artists, as well as se- artist. sents a major accomplishment The 100th Show, America lected works by international for our Art Director Peggy the Beautiful, presents sweep- painter and sculptor Joseph Grant and all those who have ing vistas of American land- Sheppard. contributed to the success of scapes and landmarks cap- Join 20 North Gallery and Mayor Carty Finkbeiner the gallery over the past six- tured in breath-taking, candid exhibiting artists Kimberly teen years,” states gallery photographs by Dr. Mike Arden, Sharon Frankel, Edith Honored for Promoting owner Eric Hillenbrand. Basista. Basista’s photo- Franklin, Tom Grant, Klaire, “Reaching such a significant graphs will be the focal point Carol Lee Rice, Julie Schnell- Minority Businesses Special to The Truth On Friday November 14, Toledo Mayor Carty Finkbeiner attended the 2008 Northern Ohio Minority Business Council (NOMBC) banquet and awards ceremony where he was one of four Ohio mayors to be honored for their efforts in expanding minority-based businesses in their communities. The theme for the event was “Inspiring Minority Busi- ness Entrepreneurs for the Next Millenium.” Donna Brazile, CNN political analyst, served as the keynote speaker for the event. Finkbeiner was nominated by Toledo businessman Truman Irving, a member of the NOMBC, because of the City of Toledo’s Minority Business Enterprise program, which is overseen by the Office of Affirmative Action/ Contract Compliance (AA/CC). The office works with public and private entities to certify minority-owned busi- “We are proud that our economic development is moving forward thanks to the efforts of Toledo’s minority entrepreneurs and business owners.”

nesses in the city. The annual goals of attainment for the MBE program originally consisted of a 15 percent participation of minority contractors in construction projects and seven percent for goods, services and material providers, according to the mayor’s office. In July of this year, the MBE goals were increased to 15 percent for construction projects and 10 percent for goods, services and materials. In 2007, the mayor’s office reports that both goals were exceeded with a 20 percent MBE participation in construction projects and 14 percent in goods, services and materials. AA/CC reports that – year-to-date for 2008 – MBE construction participation is running at 24 percent and eight percent for goods, services and materials. In addition to Toledo’s Finkbeiner, Mayors Don Plusquellic of Akron, Frank G. Jackson of Cleveland and Jay Williams of Youngstown are being honored. “Toledo is a city that was founded upon diversity, and we take pride in our city being filled with talented individuals who come from a multitude of ethnic and religious backgrounds,” said Finkbeiner. “We are proud that our economic development is moving forward thanks to the efforts of Toledo’s minority entrepreneurs and business owners. I thank the Office of Affirmative Action/Contract Compliance for their efforts in assisting Toledo minority business owners.” Among the Minority Business enterprises that were recognized was New Technology Steel, an eight-year old manufacturing company with steel processing services in Toledo. New Technology, a Class IV nominee with sales in excess of $50 million, is owned by Sarah Bates, a Toledo native. Page 8 The Sojourner’s Truth November 19, 2008 Ebony and AKA Present Toledo With the Latest in High Fashion Artisha S. Lawson Sojourner’s Truth Reporter Colorado Springs, CO; & Monika Simmons, Elizabeth Lamont Jennings and Carson Racker, Bouwer, Destanie Sykes from Dallas, Monica Byrne, Naeem Khan, TX; Andrea Lanee’ Keesee Oscar de le Renta, Reem Acra, Rubin Singer, Stephen Bur- rows’ World, Steve Harvey Collection, Terani Couture, and Zange Toi along with 23 Italian designers; 15 French designers as well as a host of British, Japanese, Canadian, Lebanese, Argentine, Virgin Island and Monte Carlo designers. Sponsors of the show are Ebony, Fashion Fair, American Airlines, Luster’s length coats, 1980s grunge nio Wingfield, b Michael, Bill Pink and JET. updated look, patch denim Blass, Carolina Herrera, The fashion fair began in jeans, animal print dresses Chado Ralph Rucci, Chris 1956, when the idea was con- and blouses, stamp and tie- Kole, Double Stitch, By Erika (Continued on 16) dye dresses, chain length dress, jeweled jacket, women’s tuxedo style suit, three-piece hot pants suit, tribal-inspired dress in earth tones and a triple satin wedding gown. The entertainment was underscored by the voice of seasoned commentator Jada Collins. The show featured fashion pieces from American designers: Anna Sui, An- thony Mark Hankins, Anto- from Clinton, MD; Taylor J. Mason from Atlanta; Ontwanet J. Moran from Los nique furs, leather SeaGate Convention Center Angeles; Petal Munroe from heels and high where hundreds of Orlando, FL; Deonna L. fashion best de- Toledoans watched the lat- Pinkerton from Kansas City, U st scribe the 51 Ebony Fashion est fashion designs. KS; Chondra La-Tease Profit Fair. This year’s fair – “The The 2008 show was di- from San Diego and Phonicial Runway Report “ – was spon- vided into eight scenes: Glos- Washington from Waldorf, sored locally by the ladies of sary of Style, Fad from the MD. pink and green – Alpha Kappa Past, Colorful Story, Attire These models strolled, Alpha Sorority Inc., Zeta Al- Talk, Fantasy Island, A Cool danced and entertained the pha Omega Graduate Chap- Change, Proud Plumage and crowd while showcasing the ter, Alpha Lambda Chapter High Drama. Various fashion latest in mink hats, fur coats, and Iota Iota Chapter. pieces were draped on 12 beaded swimsuits, feather The show was held on models: Jamilah Farrakhan dresses, ruffle blouses with Sunday, November 16, 2008 and Richard Gallion from wide-leg trousers, leather at Toledo’s downtown Chicago; Leena Geeter from jackets, hand-made full

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The Owens Community people throughout northwest munity College in the College Express men’s Ohio who are without food NJCAA Region XII Cham- baseball team will be pro- on a daily basis,” said Bob pionships. The baseball viding a helping hand to Schultz, Owens head coach team will be volunteering those in need during this of the men’s baseball pro- at the Toledo Seagate Food Thanksgiving holiday sea- gram. “The Owens Commu- Bank until 11 a.m. son as 29 student-athletes nity College Express base- Individuals interested in and coaches volunteer their ball team is proud to once donating to the “Stuff the time at the Toledo Seagate again help the Toledo Truck” holiday collection Food Bank on Saturday, Seagate Food Bank in their drive this weekend can Nov. 22. efforts to fight hunger and drop off their items at the Beginning at 8:30 a.m., make a difference in the lives Toledo Seagate Food the baseball team will be of those in need.” Bank, which is located at sorting thousands of re- The Owens men’s base- 526 High St. in Toledo. cently donated food items ball program finished the Items being collected in- from the Toledo Seagate 2008 season with a 31-6-1 clude canned meats, gro- Food Bank’s annual holi- overall record and captured cery/food items, chilled day donation drive titled its seventh Ohio Community and frozen foods, canned/ “Stuff the Truck.” In addi- College Athletic Conference frozen/bottled beverages, tion to sorting the collected (14-2 record) title in the detergents, and paper items, Owens’ student-ath- program’s history. The con- goods, among other dona- letes and coaches will be ference championship is the tions. For more informa- packing the various dona- fourth in the last five years. tion about the “Stuff the tions for eventual delivery Owens Express men’s base- Truck” holiday collection to needy families and indi- ball, which was ranked ninth drive, call (419) 244-6996. viduals throughout north- in the final NJCAA Division west Ohio. “There many II poll, lost to Lakeland Com- November 19, 2008 The Sojourner’s Truth Page11 Michelle: A Biography by Liza Mundy c.2008, Simon & Schuster $25.00 / $28.99 217 pages, includes notes By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributor They say that behind ev- get the best education, brought Barack Obama home ous that Obama was meant self-segregation is important pers, and other articles writ- ery great man is a woman Michelle chose Princeton, for the first time, her brother for a political career; in fact, to her, as is bringing people ten on the future First Lady. who’s willing to give him a then went to Harvard and set Craig said, “I was thinking, he told several people that he together. On the other hand, there goose in the posterior when her sights on becoming a law- ‘Nice guy. Too bad he won’t aspired to high office. His Reading Michelle is a are enough “AHA!” nuggets he needs it most. yer. last.’” But last Obama did. new wife was an asset to that mixed bag. There’s an awful in this book to keep your Marc Antony had his Michelle’s family claims They were married in 1992. ideal because she introduced lot in here that you already interest and to keep you turn- Cleopatra. Henry VIII had that she was always hard on Friends and former col- him to people who would know, and a lot you probably ing pages. The interviews his Catherine, Kathryn, her suitors. When she leagues say that it was obvi- further his career, politically. won’t care about. seem fresh. Some of the sto- Katherine, two Annes and a Conversely, he helped her Author Liza Mundy ad- ries weren’t overly familiar. Jane. Harry would have been find jobs that made a differ- mits that she wrote this book And this book seems to dig a lost without Bess. Martin had ence in their neighborhood. without the help of Obama’s little deeper than you’d get his Coretta. So what can we look for- political team (who discour- in a fluff-piece magazine ar- And Barack has Michelle. ward to when the new presi- aged close friends from talk- ticle. By now, we know a lot dential family moves into the ing), and without access to If you’ve followed poli- about our future leader, but White House? Mundy says Michelle Obama. She even- tics for the last 12 months what do we know about the that Michelle Obama has tually found a few people but need to know more about woman behind the office? vowed to help families. She who would talk, but based the president-elect’s family, You’ll find out when you loves children and has al- on her vast notes, much of this is a decent place to start. read Michelle by Liza ways strived to make her life this book was put together Michelle is a good book to Mundy. meaningful. Breaking down from magazines, newspa- get behind. To truly know Michelle Robinson Obama, says Mundy, you need to understand where she came from. Former Toledoan Weds in Born in a then-segregated area on the South Side of Baltimore Area, Returns to Chicago in 1964, Michelle Robinson was the second child of parents who raised LA her to be independent and Cleveland O’Neal III and strong-minded. Maisha Pajardo were wed As a teen, Michelle this summer on July 26in the Robinson attended a magnet bride’s hometown of Colum- school with other high- bia, MD. achievers, including the Senator Barack Obama daughter of Jesse Jackson, congratulated the O’Neals on Sr. Because the Robinsons their wedding at a dinner in encouraged their children to Los Angeles which the O’Neals attended as VIP guests of the Obama for America campaign and the Democratic National Com- mittee. The O’Neals reside in Los Angeles, where Cleveland O’Neal is the CEO of Con- nection III Entertainment Corp., a media producer/dis- tributor and Maisha Pajardo- O’Neal works in healthcare management as an adminis- trative analyst at UCLA. The O’Neals have been invited to the inauguration festivi- ties as special guests of the Democratic Senatorial Cam- paign Committee. Page 12 The Sojourner’s Truth November 19, 2008 A Home Is a Family’s Foundation and Its Most Important Investment By Rodney Neely Real Estate Contributor a 30-year amortization your est utility rates throughout nificant of these concerns in take vacations, but instead to payment will be approxi- the state. Columbia Gas real estate is always loca- do home improvements, put- mately $300. You have to Company and Toledo Edison tion, location, location and it ting a child through college also consider that taxes and bills can average $200-300 is no different in your case. or even a medical emergency. insurance will be added to dollars per month. If you add Find the best location for No matter what, it’s your cash this amount. That means you in the water and sewage cost the money you can afford. to do what you want. It’s a should earn at least $1,500 with the possibility of need- Always focus on the neigh- great way to save for retire- dollars a month to afford this ing to repair a furnace or hot borhoods that appear to be ment or accumulate the down loan. Based on this formula water tank it could put you in stable or improving, have payment for your next home. you are ready to make a deal. a financial bind very quickly. more homeowners than rent- The dream of Right? It’s been said many times ers and seem to be going up homeownership is one Not necessarily. Often that “it’s easier to get a house in value over the previous shared by many of us. To prospective buyers stop here than it is to keep one” and I five years. achieve this goal you have to when calculating if they agree. Moreover, there is the be prepared, informed, and should go forward with a pur- There are other critical value of this investment over determined to succeed. Al- chase. According to recent considerations when making time, which means you have though there will be many The foundation of any First things first, can I af- to “buy it right.” Your goal is obstacles and challenges to family is its home. That home ford it? Do I have enough of always to get the best deal getting through this process, is where childhood memo- a down payment to qualify Many lenders will have programs possible in terms of price. inevitably the joy and peace ries live and dreams for the for a loan? What is my credit Any increase in value from of mind of finally having a future are made. For most of score? Do I earn at least four for first-time home buyers that can your purchase over time is place to call home will be us, home ownership is the times the amount of the mort- reduce the amount of the required what is known as equity. That worth the effort. Always re- cornerstone of the American gage payment I want to have? equity value, in addition to member that in life success dream and, although often In most cases you, the bor- down payment to as little as three you paying down the debt is the greatest revenge. difficult, it is possible to rower, will need to have these percent of the total loan amount. during that same period, can achieve if we learn some ba- answers to move forward leave you with a nice nest Ed. Note: Rodney Neely sic information about real es- with homeownership. articles in the Toledo Blade this decision. Because the egg of cash stored as appre- is a Toledo-area real estate tate. Many lenders will have and Cleveland Plain Dealer, purchase of a home will be ciation in your home. professional. 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I’ve always known any of that success that at- what it’s like when some care about literally fight- trol of her vehicle and sub- Quavonne to be spiritual at tracts hater types and I try mess pops up that you ing for their right to keep sequently caused the five- a height not seen by most to be as drama free as pos- never saw coming and breathing. car accident when her car who claim to be religious/ sible. It’s always a surprise people question things you All other fights are crossed the median into on- Christian/spiritual etc. anyone thinks I’m impor- never thought they would A couple of weeks ago I pointless. coming traffic. We both have always tant enough to gossip question and accusations wrote an article about my I don’t use the term beef That’s not opinion, had similar views on align- about. And that’s true story fly and etc. god sister Quavonne Por- a lot, so I can’t say she and that’s fact. ing your soul with your like hell. When those closest to ter who was involved in I were beefed out but in you stress you….when all the five-car accident on the that article from a couple those harsh words are fly- Anthony Wayne trail. weeks ago I did admit that I feel that peace is the priority of ing back and forth…when Many readers emailed, whatever had us on the outs people walk all over all called or told me person- was so serious that the last you’ve done for them/ ally that they were touched time I saw Quavonne we any man striving to be a righteous given them… you might by what I wrote and even didn’t even speak. feel justified in switching offered their support to It broke my heart. man. on your little gangsta men- Quavonne and her family. But all this perspective tal but I swear it’s not worth In that article I admitted has been the little slice of But as conversation higher self. But when issues arise in it. that even though she and I positive energy I can take moved to what’s legal, not We both have always my inner circles, my busi- If she can love a com- grew up as extended fam- from this. legal… proper procedure agreed that people find ness, my close friendships plete stranger uncondition- ily we had only recently A bigger slice of good or not…if all that’s hap- their higher self through and all that then it’s clear ally, I know I can show gotten close but then fell news is this: I am happy to pened in the interim has different paths. that I don’t care what those love and compassion to out. report that Quavonne’s been by the book or not I We both share an who don’t know me say those close to me even if I wasn’t trying to just daughter is recovered and have to admit that I was uncompromised and per- about me but I do care what they have done me wrong. put all our business out has been released and feeling like Quavonne and haps ferocious stance on those who are close to me Understanding opens there, but I am open with friends and relatives are her family had not been loyalty among those we say about me. doors. this. keeping her company. treated fairly in many re- love. Putting things in per- Your close relationships In my music, in my writ- From what I am told, it spects. But when it comes to spective at first meant that are much too valuable to ing… in my art I am very is a miracle that she has But miracles are truly forgiveness in general, I learned how deadly my throw away over petty open. experienced such a heal- the work of a higher power Quavonne has mastered mentality can become things. That is something that ing. that has no limit in the num- this part of her spirit in a when dealing with what I And even if you have comes from being raised As for Quavonne, the ber of miracles provided way I have yet to even ap- feel is betrayal or disloy- been done wrong and need by artists I guess. day it snowed… in fact as because as I spoke about proach. alty. to part ways, do so without That is something it started to snow I was what’s fair and not fair and As the snow fell in larger But then truly putting animosity. Quavonne and I and many standing next to her while what should be done to and larger clumps on the that in perspective, I had to I know of a couple oth- others influenced by my she lay in her bed looking bring justice and all that… picturesque scene outside learn that the evil places ers who have experienced parents all have in com- at me. Fully awake, no yet another miracle oc- this hospital window, I my thoughts go when I am some turmoil in their inner mon… as artists, we just more coma. curred. grew ever more amazed at reacting to betrayal…all of circles recently and I offer get open. Still unable to speak due The miracle of total and the compassion expressed that evil energy will create these words to them as well I told my readers that I to corrective measures to complete forgiveness. by Quavonne and the fa- a powerful response but it because you really do have was on the outs with some- heal her injuries … her way From right there in that ther of the youngest boy won’t fix the problem. to let go of the pain and one so close to my family of communicating is writ- hospital bed, jaw wired lost in this tragedy. I had to think of hurt when you have been so everyone could look at ing. shut, writing on notebook And tragedy is my word, Quavonne… someone who wronged. their own life and really I walked in and her eyes paper…this woman who they have had their lives can forgive the driver re- Forgiveness is as much examine if all the drama is got big and she wrote on has suffered immeasurable transformed in an unspeak- sponsible for altering so for the person doing the worth it or not. her little stack of paper losses due to this accident able way and I didn’t hear many lives. Someone so forgiving as it is for the A city has come together “I am so happy to see had nothing but good them speak one gloomy, heroic to love those who person being forgiven. to support her, but you.” things to say about the doomy, hostile or even bit- have played a part in her That’s a hot line, right? Quavonne lost a son and a And I was so moved but other driver. ter word during my visit. suffering. I can’t take credit for brother that day. I held it together and told That’s right. Quavonne said that God If she can do that, if she that one though. That’s all Quavonne and her her that I hoped we could Quavonne professed planned all of this and she can do all that, I have got homie Meghan who gave daughter suffered severe move past whatever it was nothing but love and for- can’t be mad at anyone and to learn from that example. me so much advice recently injuries. we had fallen out about. giveness for Theresa that what that woman With all of that going ( Happy Birthday Meghan And as I said in that We said we loved each Holman. (Theresa Holman) needs on in my inner circles, it November 22nd!). more than anything is love had me tapping into that See, I have great friends. and compassion. old Michael. I have great people around Wow, right? I’m not talking about me. I have a loving family. What have I learned? random people with some And Quavonne’s ex- Driving away from the random problems… I mean ample has taught me that hospital, snow turning to some stuff that hit close to even the most tragic events icy drizzle... I had to let my home. You know you al- aren’t enough to rob some- thoughts soak in. I had to ways fight harder with your one of their capacity to love once again put things in fam because you expect and forgive and move for- their proper perspective. more out of them than you ward. See, this past week was do some strangers you Putting it all in perspec- particularly odd for me. don’t even know. tive… the mess I’ve been I had felt I had been se- I noticed that my reac- dealing with is nothing to verely wronged by some tions to what had transpired even be mad about in all people close to me, I had were taking me to a place honesty. rumors and questions to that is not good for the man Okay, no more sermons straighten out to keep some I have become. from Brotha Hayes. of my most important I feel that peace is the But I swear to everyone friendships intact and I priority of any man striv- reading this… I have wit- even had to deal with a bit ing to be a righteous man. nessed a miracle. of gossip involving my And when you give up Thank you, Quavonne... name with people who your peace so you can con- for everything. don’t even reside here in template war with those Peace. 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Alpha Omega have worked founded on January 15, 1908 shop on recruitment in Sep- The fashion fair began in to help mankind in the To- at Howard University as the tember, the Centennial Cel- 1956, when the idea was con- ledo area since April 25, 1952, first African-American ebration Gala in October and ceived by Mr. and Mrs. Dent and have sponsored for Greek-letter sorority. the Ebony Fashion Fair in to support worthy causes, many years the Ebony Fash- Toledo’s AKA chapters be- November. who later approached John ion Fair which serves as the gan the centennial celebra- “This event is a major H. Johnson to sponsor a sorority’s fundraiser for tion in January at Howard fundraiser, but it’s our last mini-fashion show scholarship and community University and with a To- major event we’re having in fundraiser for an organiza- service. ledo City Council recogni- our centennial year. I think tion. “There are 25 members of tion for 100 years of service. this event puts an explana- Since 1973, Eunice W. the chapter who work on this Then followed a Founders’ tion point on the wonderful Johnson has been the pro- event. It takes a whole year Day celebration in February, programs we’ve had ducer and director of Ebony to plan for the next year, be- a community service event throughout the year. We’ve Fashion Fair, one of the larg- cause we’re meeting every at Stewart Academy for Girls been excited and looking est traveling fashion shows month continuously and as in March, a workshop on forward to this and we ap- that covers over 175 cities in the United States and Carib- bean. This traveling show has served as a fundraiser for community projects for several organizations including: Alpha Chi Pi Omega Sorority & Fraternity, Alpha Omega president. versity of Dayton and stud- Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., During this Sunday’s ies pre-med; Sharae Charmettes, Delta Sigma event, Dubose, Black-Poon McCaery, a graduate of Theta Sorority, Inc., Gamma and Scholarship Chairman Woodward High School who Phi Delta Sorority, Inc., Jack Traci Charman announced attends The University of & Jill of America, Kappa Al- the eight recipients of schol- Toledo and studies social pha Psi Fraternity, Inc., arships that totaled $7,000. work; Francesca Adams, a Links, Inc., NAACP, Na- The recipients were Raven graduate of Start High School tional Association of Negro Jones, a graduate of Central who attends Tiffin Univer- Business & Professional Catholic High School who sity and studies accounting; Women’s Clubs, National attends Miami University of Racheal Sciplin, a graduate Council of Negro Women, Ohio and is studying ac- of Central Catholic High Order of the Eastern Star, counting; Ashley School who attends Walsh Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Strickland, a graduate of University; Cayenne Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Frater- Steve Williams, Ebony Fashion Fair Manager, Denise Black-Poon, Ebony Fashion Toledo School for the Arts Colbert, a graduate of nity, Inc., Prince Hall Ma- Fair Chairman, Jada Collins, Ebony Fashion Fair Commentator, Lisa Dubose, Zeta who attends Bowling Green Bowsher High School who sonic Family, Sickle Cell Dis- Alpha Omega chapter president, and Traci Charman, scholarship chairman State University and studies attends Ohio University and preciate the community for journalism; Ashley Wilbert, Leah Whitarce, a graduate coming out to support,” said a graduate of Notre Dame of Bowsher High School who Lisa Dubose, Zeta Alpha Academy who attends Uni- attends Miami University of 11 Ohio. NUMBERS YOU SHOULD KNOW In addition to the scholarship announcements, over 20 door prizes were given away including a $500 gift card to Toledo Furs which was won by Judi Bigelow, 101,000 prizes from sponsors Ameri- home care can Airlines and Lusters’ Pink which were won by visits Beverly Beasley and Mary Shapiro. The chapter also dis- -ANY¬PEOPLE¬KNOW¬THAT¬ played two plaque presenta- (OSPICE¬OF¬.ORTHWEST¬/HIO¬ tions that will be shipped to PROVIDES¬EXPERT¬END OF LIFE¬CARE¬ the national headquarters of the sorority. One was of the AT¬OUR¬TWO¬BEAUTIFUL¬HOSPICE¬ women of the chapter who CENTERS¬"UT¬THEY¬MAY¬NOT¬ had served as president and KNOW¬THAT¬MOST¬OF¬OUR¬PATIENTS¬ the other a picture of honor- ary member and future First- RECEIVE¬MEDICAL ¬EMOTIONAL¬ Lady Michelle Obama. 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