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B-7 Check, Money Order, Or Credit Cards Accepted PAGE A-2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 CHURCH Faith In Our Community The Church Directory Schedule of Events and Services “Come and Worship With Us” ANNOUNCEMENTS New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 1824 Prospect Street * Jacksonville, FL 32208 Please join us at GREATER NEW HOPE AME Sunday School …...... ………………..9:30 a.m. CHURCH, Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 4:00 p.m., as Sunday Morning Funeral Directors, from the surrounding area are in Praise Intercessory Prayer...... …..10:45 a.m. & Worship. You don’t want to miss this POWERFUL Morning Worship ...... 11:00 a.m. service as we Celebrate our 134th Church Anniversary, Youth Church 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) celebrating “A Blast from Our Past Serving The Lord.” Tuesday - Pastoral Bible Study ...... 7:00 p.m. Join us wearing the attire from the 70’s. The colors are Elder Arnitt Jones, Acting Pastor Purple, Gold & Black. For additional info, contact 904- Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus 356-2121 or Email: [email protected] (904) 764-5727 - Church We, the members of NEW FOUNTAIN CHAPEL AME DEATHDEATH NOTICESNOTICES Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church CHURCH Loyalty Day Committee cordially invite you Sunday Church School ...... 8:30 a.m. to come share with us our Annual Loyalty Day Worship Service ...... 10:00 a.m. Celebration, Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 10:45 a.m. JACKSONVILLE, FL 97, died September 2, Wednesday and 3:00 p.m. To God be the glory for the things he has 2012. “Glory Hour” Bible Study ...... 10:00 a.m. done at the Fountain where we are alive on the Eastside. “Jehovah Jireh” Bible Study ...... 6:30 p.m. ADAMS, Audrey Riley, JACKSON, JaNay Located at 737 Jessie Street, Jacksonville. For more infor- died September 1, 2012. 2nd & 4th Thursday “Young at Heart Ministry ...... 10:00 a.m. mation, call 904-35403021 or 904-358-2258. Felicia, 17, died August Friday AKINS, Harold Thomas, 28, 2012. Joy Explosion Ministry ...... 6:30 p.m. QUEEN ESTHER CHURCH OF GOD will be cele- Jr., 91, died August 28, JAMISON, Martha 201 East Beaver St. * (904) 355-9475 Rev. Pearce Edwing, Sr. brating the Church’s 82nd Anniversary and Pastor’s 24th 2012. Brown, died August 21, Anniversary service on Thursday, Sept 13th at 7:30 p.m. ALEXANDER, Emily 2012. and Sunday Morning service on Sept. 16th, at 11:15 a.m. Martha, died August 29, GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH JENKINS, Eartha, died “The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody” Guest speaker Thursday night Elder Oliver Roberson Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor 2012. August 28, 2012. Pastor, Christ Temple COGIU, praise and devotion Truth ALLEN, Wycliff, died Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209 and Spirit Ministries, Dr. Lynwood Moore Pastor, True JOHNSON, Barbara Lee, Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206 August 29, 2012. Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586 Holiness Church will be singing songs of Zion, Elder 76, died August 27, 2012. ANDREWS, Deshon Evelyn Moseley Pastor. Guest speaker Sept. 16th will be JOHNSON, Susan B., Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Rev. Steve Wilson. We welcome you to come and fellow- Lavar, 35, died August 42, died August 26, 2012. 27, 2012. Tuesday...... Prayer Meeting & Bible Study,7:00 p.m. ship with us as we have a well round service planned. Ben JONES, Barbara, died Thursday...... Joy Night,7:00 p.m. Hoover Sanctuary Choir under the direction of Bro. Mark BELL, Central, died August 28, 2012. Rogers will be rendering A & B selections. Our church is August 28, 2012. “Email: [email protected] JONES, John Lee, 87, Website: Greaterelbethel.org located 1747 McQuade St, Jacksonville, Florida 32209 BIERHORST, Lt. Cdr. Elder Ben Hoover, Pastor died August 29, 2012. Gordon W., USN (Ret), JONES, Norman Lewis, 92, died August 28, 2012. Central Metropolitan C.M.E. Church NORTHSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST which meets at 74, died September 1, 4611 North Pearl St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 4736 Avenue B, Jacksonville, Florida, where Charlie BROWN, Willie, 78, 2012. Ofc (904) 354-7426 * Fax (904) 354-0934 McClendon is the Senior Minster, invites you to attend died September 2, 2012. LANKFORD, Gloria Rev. Marquise Hardrick, Pastor their Annual Harvester’s Gospel/Revival Meeting, BRYANT, Kenneth Lee, ~ Worship Service ~ June, 81, died September Sun Church School - 9:30a.m. September 9-12, 2012. The guest speaker will be Brother Sr., died August 22, 2012. Sun Morning Worship -10:45 a.m. Elisha Taylor, Minister of Westside Church of Christ in 4, 2012. Tues Eve Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. BUSH, Oscar Edward, Rev. Marquise & Wed Bible Study - 12 Noon LIAS, Lucy, died August Wed Feeding Ministry - 2:00 p.m. Daytona Beach, FL. The theme will be: “Reaching In and Jr., 60, died August 22, Mrs. Deedra Hardrick Reaching Out.” The Acappella Mass Chorus of Northside 28, 2012. 2012. “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, and of Church of Christ, will kick-off this glorious event with a MARSHALL, Willie, the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them BYRD, Allen, 55, died to observe all things whatsoever I have com- FREE spirit-filled gospel concert on Saturday evening, died September 4, 2012. manded you; and, lo, I am with you always, even September 8th at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, September 9th, August 29, 2012. unto the end of the world. Amen.” McDANIEL, Akins, died Mathew 28:19-20 which is also “Bring Your Neighbor Day,” will begin CECIL, Elizabeth Ann, August 29, 2012. with Bible School at 9:15 a.m. followed by Morning 92, died September 1, Worship at 10:30 a.m., Fellowship Dinner at 1:00 p.m., MICHEL, Christian, Lion of the Tribe of Judah Ministries, Inc. 2012. died August 30, 2012. 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Edible Arrangements Lauren Little, Janay Milton, Markesha Fuller, Ricki Johnson, Onika W, Brittany Webber Jennetter Brook and Shannon Dixon and Alisha Halback Takaiya Fuller FAMU Journalism Students “We are delighted that our students and the CBS Harold Dow Visiting Professor Benjamin Davis will be on the convention floor to capture this historic Cover Democratic National Convention convention,” said FAMU School of Journalism and Graphic Communications Dean Ann Wead Kimbrough. “Because of logistical issues we were not able to get stu- dents to the Republican National Convention.” Courtney Wallace, a journalism student from Galesburg, Ill., said, “I’m ecstatic. I never thought I would have this honor. I’m very blessed. We’ll be pro- ducing from the field and on the convention floor of the DNC. We’ll be sending packages, articles and pictures back to Professor Horton and the News 20 at Five team, Famuan editors and radio spots.” Batiste, a former FAMU TV 20 news anchor from Atlanta who is expected to earn her master’s degree in journalism in December, said, the multimedia plan “is to really inform our viewers and help them become better informed voters. We’ll highlight some of the key platforms. For example, we’re planning to do stories on immigration, voter ID laws, same sex marriage and the Medicare debate.” She added, “This is a highlight of my career. This means a lot to me. I’ve never had this opportunity. To be among politicians and to see the president speak will be something I’ll treasure for my entire career.” In 2011, Batiste won a Florida AP award for best light feature for her pack- age titled “Diamond.” Davis said, “This is a great opportunity for FAMU to send our students into Photo caption: Florida A&M University journalism students Courtney Wallace (left) and Lenneia real world journalism. They’ll learn more in three days than they can six months on Batiste are providing news coverage of the Democratic National Convention under the leadership the job.” of CBS Harold Dow Visiting Professor Benjamin Davis. The students’ work will be available online at www.famutvnews.com and www.thefamuanonline.com. Viewers are encouraged to tune in to the live newscast Charlotte, N.C. – Florida A&M University (FAMU) students Lenneia Batiste and at 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday at 5 p.m. on FAMU TV 20 via Comcast. FAMU Courtney Wallace will provide daily news updates for FAMU student media outlets TV 20 reaches more than 80,000 households via Comcast. during the Democratic National Convention Sept. 4 through 6 in Charlotte, N.C. SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 THE STAR PAGE A-5 Vjg"Rqnkvkecn"Eqpxgpvkqpu"/"Fqp‚v"dg"Okungf"/"Igv"vjg"Hcevu Vjg"Fgoqetcvke"Rncvhqto Vjg"Tgrwdnkecp"Rncvhqto Moving America Forward The Key Elements Four years ago, Democrats, independents, and many Republicans came togeth- JOB CREATION: It states that the best jobs program is economic growth. “We do er as Americans to move our country forward. We were in the midst of the great- not offer yet another made-in-Washington package of subsidies and spending to cre- est economic crisis since the Great Depression, the previous administration had ate temporary or artificial jobs. put two wars on our nation’s credit card, and the American Dream had slipped ”SMALL BUSINESS: The GOP pledges to reform the tax code to make it easier out of reach for too many. for businesses to generate more capital and create more jobs. Today, our economy is growing again, al-Qaeda is weaker than at any point TAXES: “We reject the use of taxation to redistribute income, fund unnecessary or since 9/11, and our manufacturing sector is growing for the first time in more ineffective programs or foster the crony capitalism that corrupts both politicians and than a decade. But there is more we need to do, and so we come together again corporations.” It says a Republican administration would extend the Bush tax cuts to continue what we started. We gather to reclaim the basic bargain that built the of 2001 and 2003, pending reform of the tax code. It says the party would strive to largest middle class and the most prosperous nation on Earth – the simple prin- eliminate taxes on interest, dividends and capital gains altogether for lower- and mid- ciple that in America, hard work should pay off, responsibility should be reward- dle-income taxpayers. It also would work to repeal the estate tax and the alternative minimum tax. The party backs constitutional amendments to balance the federal ed, and each one of us should be able to go as far as our talent and drive take us. budget and require a super majority for any tax increases. This election is not simply a choice between two candidates or two political par- ties, but between two fundamentally different paths for our country and our fam- MARRIAGE: The platform affirms the rights of states and the federal government ilies. not to recognize same-sex marriage. It backs a constitutional amendment defining Rebuilding Middle Class Security marriage as the union of one man and one woman. We can’t just cut our way to prosperity. We must out-educate, out-innovate, and VOTER INTEGRITY: “Voter fraud is a political poison,” the platform says. It out-build the world. We need an economy that creates the jobs of the future and praises legislation to require photo identification for voting and to prevent election makes things the rest of the world buys – not one built on outsourcing, loopholes, fraud. or risky financial deals that jeopardize everyone, especially the middle class. GUN CONTROL: The party says it opposes legislation intended to restrict Second Putting Americans Back to Work Amendment rights by limiting the capacity of clips or magazines or otherwise restor- The Democratic Party have cut taxes on American workers and businesses and ing the assault weapons ban passed during the Clinton presidency. made sweeping reforms to the unemployment system to help get people back to ABORTION: The party states that “the unborn child has a fundamental individual work. We continue to fight for relief for the long-term unemployed, including a right to life which cannot be infringed.” It opposes using public revenues to promote ban on hiring discrimination against the unemployed and a reformed and expand- or perform abortion or to fund organizations that perform or advocate abortions. It ed universal worker training proposal to provide more training and job search says the party will not fund or subsidize health care that includes abortion coverage. assistance to all displaced workers regardless of how they lost their job. The ENERGY: The party is committed to domestic energy independence and an “all-of- President’s plan includes many measures that have long had bipartisan support. the-above” energy policy, backing the exploration and development of the Outer The Middle Class Bargain Continental Shelf and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, and the construction of Middle Class Tax Cuts. President Obama and Democrats in Congress cut taxes the Keystone XL pipeline. It criticizes the Obama administration for picking winners for every working family, putting more money in the pockets of Americans who and losers in the energy sector and expresses support for new coal-fired plants that need it most. will be low-cost, environmentally responsible and efficient.It adds: “We will end the EPA’s war on coal and encourage the increased safe development in all regions of the Health Care. We believe accessible, affordable, high quality health care is part nation’s coal resources.” It calls on Congress to prohibit the EPA from moving for- of the American promise, that Americans should have the security that comes ward with new greenhouse gas regulations “that will harm the nation’s economy and with good health care, and that no one should go broke because they get sick. threaten millions of jobs over the next quarter century.” Over the determined opposition of Republicans, we enacted landmark reforms MEDICARE and MEDICAID: The platform pledges to move both Medicare and that are already helping millions of Americans, and more benefits will come soon. Medicaid away from “the current unsustainable defined-benefit entitlement model to Stabilizing the Housing Market and Hard-Hit Communities. Expand the a fiscally sound defined-contribution model.” It supports a Medicare transition to a successful neighborhood stabilization efforts in his American Jobs Act. premium-support model with an income-adjusted contribution toward a health plan Social Security and Medicare. Every American deserves a secure, healthy, and of the enrollee’s choice. Age eligibility in Medicare must be made more realistic in dignified retirement. Committed to preserving that promise for this and future light of longer life spans. generations. Medicaid services for low income people would be transformed into a block grant An Economy that Out-Educates the World and Offers Greater Access to program in which the states would be given the flexibility to determine the best pro- Higher Education and Technical Training. grams for their residents. Cutting Waste, Reducing the Deficit, Asking All to Pay Their Fair Share IMMIGRATION: The platform makes clear that “we oppose any form of amnesty Economy Built to Last for those who, by intentionally violating the law, disadvantage those who have All-of-the-Above Energy Policy. obeyed it.” It demands that the Justice Department halt lawsuits against Arizona, Out-Building and Out-Innovating the Rest of the World. Alabama and other states that have enacted tough measures against illegal immi- Betting on American Manufacturing and the American Automobile grants. It says federal funding should be denied to universities that provide in-state Industry. tuition rates to illegal immigrants. It advocates making English the official national language. Insourcing. Out-Building the Rest of the World. HEALTH CARE: It states that a Republican president on his first day in office Out-Innovating the Rest of the World. would use his waiver authority to halt progress in carrying out the health care act Standing Up for Workers. pushed through by President Barack Obama and that Republican victories in November would guarantee that the act is never implemented. It proposes a Helping Small Business. Republican plan based on improving health care quality and lowering costs and a Opened Markets All Over the World for American Products. system that promotes the free market and gives consumers more choice.

America Works When Everyone Plays by the Same Rules EDUCATION: Republicans support consumer choice, including home schooling, local innovations such as single-sex classes, full-day school hours and year-round Wall Street Reform schools. It says Republicans renew their call for replacing family planning programs 21st Century Government: Transparent and Accountable for teens “with abstinence education which teaches abstinence until marriage as the Lobbying Reform and Campaign Finance Reform responsible and respected standard of behavior.” DEFENSE: The platform says Republicans are “the party of peace through Greater Together strength” and support the concept of American exceptionalism – “the conviction that Strengthening the American Community our country holds a unique place and role in human history.” It criticizes the current Immigration. administration for its weak positions toward such countries as North Korea, China Families. and Iran and its reductions in military spending. The Republican national military strategy “restores as a principal objective the deterrence using the full spectrum of Supporting Troops, Military Families, and Veterans. our military capabilities.” Americans with Disabilities. Faith. Rural Communities and Agriculture Eqpvkpwcvkqp"qh"Vjg"Fgoqetcvke"Rncvhqto Agriculture Eqwpvgtkpi"Gogtikpi"Vjtgcvu Tribal Sovereignty Cybersecurity. Puerto Rico Biological Weapons. Guam, American Samoa, U.S. Virgin Islands and the Commonwealth of the Climate Change. Northern Mariana Islands. Transnational Crime. Arts and Culture. Uvtgpivjgpkpi"Cnnkcpegu."Gzrcpfkpi"Rctvpgtujkru."cpf"Tgkpxkiqtcvkpi Protecting Rights and Freedoms Kpvgtpcvkqpcn"Kpuvkvwvkqpu Civil Rights. Europe. Asia-Pacific, The Middle East. The Americas. Africa, The United Women. Nations Protecting A Woman’s Right to Choose. Rtqoqvkpi"Inqdcn"Rtqurgtkv{"cpf"Fgxgnqrogpv Voting Rights. Addressing the Global Financial Crisis. District of Columbia. Free and Fair Trade. Freedom to Marry Advancing Global Development. Ensuring Safety and Quality of Life Combating HIV/AIDS and Infectious Disease Cities and Metro Areas. Ockpvckpkpi"vjg"Uvtqpiguv"Oknkvct{"kp"vjg"Yqtnf Poverty Cfxcpekpi"Wpkxgtucn"Xcnwgu Public Safety, Justice, and Crime Prevention Uvcpfkpi"wr"hqt"Yqogp‚u"Tkijvu"Ctqwpf"vjg"Inqdg0" Service, Volunteerism, and Social Innovation. Eqodcvkpi"Jwocp"Vtchhkemkpi0" Environment. Ic{"Tkijvu"cu"Jwocp"Tkijvu0" Stronger in the World, Safer and More Secure At Home Kpvgtpgv"Htggfqo Responsibly Ending the War in Iraq The United States continues to move forward towards a future of strong and sus- tained growth. Thanks to the leadership of President Obama and Democrats around Disrupting, Dismantling, and Defeating Al-Qaeda the country, we’re fighting back from the deepest economic crisis since the Great Responsibly Ending the War in Afghanistan Depression by making investments to create jobs, grow the middle class, and lay the Preventing the Spread and Use of Nuclear Weapons foundations for an economy that out-educates, out-builds, and out-innovates the rest Reducing Nuclear Weapons Stockpiles. of the world. Today, America is both stronger and safer than it was four years ago. Preventing Nuclear Proliferation. Now, we must continue the work we’ve started so that the United States of America never fails to meet the tests of our time. PAGE A-6 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 ENTERTAINMENT

Legendary Career, Public Relations, Creating Hit Music, Music Business The 2012 Merge Summit Is A Panel, Digital Marketing, Film Producing, a Director’s Panel and many oth- Resounding Success! ers. Their was also an Awards Luncheon co-hosted by Shaun Robinson and Bishop Lester Love that Honored Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson, Tony By Rych McCain, [email protected] and Facebook Waller, Sr. Director, Constituent Relations, Wal-Mart and DeVon Franklin, Photo Courtesy of The Merge Summit SVP, Production, Columbia Pictures. BET held a “Music Matters” Showcase which was standing room only.

For those who were lucky enough to get in on it, The Merge Summit offered private, closed door by appointment only, “Exclusive Speed Mentoring and Connecting” with the who’s who of the entertainment indus- try. Somebody in this group more than likely left the Merge Summit with a career changing opportunity. After each class and workshop session, atten- dees would assemble in the main corridor of the hotel to discuss what had been covered while networking and meeting new friends. Who knows, some of these new acquaintances may even become future associates.

The main attraction of the entire Merge Summit was the master workshop with superstar, Two-time Oscar®-winning actor Denzel Washington being moderated by Merge Summit Co-Founder Robi Reed. The ballroom was packed to capacity. Washington gave a detailed rundown of his humble beginnings and his rise to the top of the game. One of the things he empha- sized to the crowd that his friend and mentor two-time Oscar® winning actor Last week from Thursday, August 23rd through Saturday, August 25th; Sydney Poitier said to him as an up and coming actor was that your first four The 2012 Merge Summit convened at the famed and historic Millennium or five films will largely determine the direction your film career will go so Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. The Merge is the brainchild of its chose wisely even if it means turning down a big paycheck. Washington founder and Chairperson Bi Dr. Holly Carter, founder of Releve emphatically stressed that if the role dose not feel right to you deep inside Entertainment and co-founder, co-chairperson Robi Reed, VP, Talent and for what ever reason be it spiritual, moral, ethical or whatever, don’t take it, Casting, Original Programming, BET Networks. The Merge Summit is even if you are starving. As he succinctly put it, what God has for you is for designed to provide a platform for promising Christian talent to interface, you! He also noted that God answers prayer and sometimes the answer is glean from, and partner with leaders in the entertainment industry. no! Washington regaled the crowd with personal stories that had the room in Conference attendees will interact in thought provoking and career inspiring settings with well-known entertainment executives, talent, and artists. The stitches laughing and some were sad. He answered questions from the hope is that attendees will walk away with information that will encourage, crowd and held the full attention of that ballroom from start to finish with a enrich and empower them in their individual fields of pursuit. concluding standing “O!”

The Confab lived up to every expectation the attendees came to seek and As with the annual tradition of the Merge Summit, they held their event more. Both days saw overflow, capacity crowds who packed master classes, closing Freedom Gospel Concert which featured performances by Mali workshops and showcases while networking and hob-knobbing with some of Music, Lecrae, B. Reith, Myesha Chaney, Tasha Cobbs and Kingdom the biggest names in the entertainment industry from major film studio Business. It was a packed affair as well. For information on next year’s heads, producers, writers, actors, music artist, attorneys, managers, agents Merge Summit in Los Angeles, go to www.themergesummit.com. It is well and industry administrators. Some of the over twenty workshops and master worth the sacrifice to get here no matter where you live. classes included How to Brand Yourself, Alternative Distribution, Building A

Rych McCain Hollyhood Notes! OLED display, in addition to various new features. On the software front, several exciting and attractive new titles will be released in time for the hol- By Rych McCain, [email protected] and Facebook iday season.

Movies: TV: Little Birds. Millennium Entertainment, A Hunting Lane Films Soul Man is a new sitcom on the TV Land Network starring Cedric The Productions in association with Polsky Films/Sundial Pictures. Starring E, Niecy Nash, John Beasley, Wesley Jonathan and Jazz Raycole. The show airs Wednesdays 10/9C. The network sponsored a screening of the Juno Temple, Kay Panabaker and Kyle Gallner. Written and Directed by show last Sunday at FAME (First AME Church) in Los Angeles. The cast Elgin James. Produced by Jamie Patricof, Alan and Gabe Polsky. We and a host of celebs were in attendance. There was a Q&A session with the have two female best friends who are stuck in a little Cali desert hic town cast following the screening and a reception with plenty of delicious food and with exploding desires to escape to the big city of LA. They meet a couple fellowship. Meanwhile, on the Oxygen Network, four absolutely gorgeous of guys who invite them to come to town. They steal a neighbor’s truck and ladies are starring on a new reality show titled “Girlfriend Confidential LA.” Most young women know that while boyfriends come and go as fast as make the drive to LA only to discover that the guys are homeless and living trends do, girlfriends are forever. In the new series “Girlfriend Confidential: in an abandon apartment (squat) where they are into drugs, crime to you LA,” viewers will follow four beautiful and successful friends as they help one name it. A lesson is to be learned from this one. another navigate the tumultuous waters of love and celebrity life against the backdrop of the Hollywood entertainment industry. At the epicenter of the The Odd Life of Timothy Green. Walt Disney Pictures. Starring intelligent, savvy group is fashion model, actor, and producer Eva Marcille Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, CJ Adams, Odeya Rush and Shohreh (“America’s Next Top Model”). Her friends include actress Denyce Lawton Aghdashloo. Directed by Peter Hedges. Story by Ahmet Zappa, (“Tyler Perry’s House of Payne”), dynamic interior and product designer Screenplay by Peter Hedges. Produced by Jim Whitaker, Scott Sanders Nikki Chu, and Kelly Marie Dunn, a talent and brand manager who has worked with A-list musicians and pop stars. And finally on the GMC network and Ahmet Zappa. A couple who can’t have children writes various charac- “Sombody’s Child” is a movie starring Michael Jai White, Nadine Ellis, teristics on separate pieces of paper describing their ideal child. They put Byron Minns, Lynn Whitfield and Clifton Powell that is a powerful story those notes in a box and bury it in the back yard. A storm comes and that about a mother’s deepest secret and a family’s second chance. night a child with leaves on his legs appears in their house. They take him Rick James Tribute Show: in as their own. The basic premise of this film is unreal but we can dream can’t we? This is not quite a children’s film but all ages should like it. Singer/frontman “Goldie” has a new show that is a tribute to the late, great, Rick James. He performs all of James’ biggest hits and his band is Check out my Facebook pages, Twitter@rychmccain and my blogs an exact duplicate of The Stone City Band. He even has a Teena Marie sound-a-like. Go on YouTube and search for RJ2Goldie to check him out. www.rychmcainhollyhoodnotes.blogspot.com Video Game Tech Heads: www.rychmccainreviewwagon.blogspot.com

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) has added new features to Study, Observe and Win! PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita). SCE will also expand PlayStation®Plus. By installing the system software update ver. 1.80, users will be able to enjoy legendary original PlayStation® titles on their PS Vita’s beautiful 5-inch Rych SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 THE STAR PAGE A-7

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO COMMEMORATE NATION’S 50TH YEAR OF INDEPEDENCE WITH CELEBRATIONS

By ARTHIA NIXON Caribbean News Editor

PORT-OF-SPAIN, TRINIDAD: A cornucopia of color, culture and pride was displayed throughout the islands of Trinidad and Tobago as the nation celebrated 50 years of Independence. “For 50 years we have charted our own course as an independent nation proudly flying high the red white and black, ever steadfast in our commitment to our democracy and the rule of law and to the belief that all men and women are created equal and endowed with inalienable rights,” said the Prime Minister Her Excellency Kamla Persad Bissessar in her passionate address to the nation. “For 50 years as a nation, forged from the love of liberty in the fires of hope and prayer, with bound- less faith in our destiny, we have proven our ability to determine the direction best suited to the needs of our citizens. Our self-determination has brought success, recognition and respect to our great nation, here at home and on the world stage.” “Be proud of what it means to be Trinbagonian,” she urged citizens. “We are now the co-creators of the present, paving the way for those who come after us. I urge you, fellow citizens, seize this opportunity for progress. You are living in an exciting new chapter and it’s in your power to carry our twin-island nation forward as a pioneer in our region. Our best days are yet to come and together we will usher them in.” She added: “We celebrate our 50th year as an independent nation, let us with confidence and courage, stand side by side, with a renewed sense of hope for the future...Let us endeavour to live our lives by the inspiring words of our national motto ‘Together we aspire, Together we achieve’.”

LADIES IN LEADERSHIP: Her Excellency the Honorable Portia Simpson Miller of Jamaica joined Her Excellency the Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar. PAGE A-8 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 RWDNKE"PQVKEG

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Jacksonville Locals To Hit The Stage When ‘The Color Purple’ Takes The Aurora

August 8, 2012 – Stage Aurora Theatrical Company will present the Tony breaking years. It is the inspiring story of a woman named Celie who finds the Award winning hit Broadway smash hit musical THE COLOR PURPLE September strength to triumph over adversity, and discover her unique voice in the world. 28 –October 14, 2012 at the Stage Aurora Performance Hall located at 5188 With a joyous GRAMMY®-nominated score featuring gospel, jazz, pop and Norwood Avenue inside Gateway Town Center. the blues, THE COLOR PURPLE features over 30 extremely talented, singers and Angela Robinson-Whitehurst and LaTrisa Harper (both from the original dancers throughout North Florida; among them: Victoria Canady, Chelsea Love Broadway production of The Color Purple) will serve as Artistic Consultant and Hunt, Lolita Jennings-Flagg, Tarra Jones, Toni Diamond -Bingham, Ishmael Blue, Choreographer, respectively. Darryl Reuben Hall will direct. Harlan Penn is Set Patrick Johnson, Marc Curtis Little, DeeDee Ellis, Akia McDaniel, Monique Ellis, Designer with John Gripper serving as Vocal Director. Costume Design by Valerie Bernice Alomar, LaShawn Sade Casper, Adriene Reid, Shacrisa Bell, Kai Smith, Bellamy –Bailey and Sandra Levy-Donawa. Angela Roberts, Candace Crump, Katrina Rogers, Catrease Upperman, Elliot Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Alice Walker and Nominated Wimes, Staci Anderson, Jean Hyppolite, Joyce Petty, Joe Foster, Amahre Palmer, and for 11 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE COLOR PURPLE opened on Tiffany Singh. December 1, 2005 at the Broadway Theatre where it ran for over two record- Amelia Island Blues Festival Gets Set To Deliver Second Year Of Soul Stirring Live Performances

(Fernandina Beach, FL) On September 14, 15 and 16, Amelia Island gets the blues - the Amelia Island Blues Festival, that is, celebrating its second year of smokin’ good music, held at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach, Florida. With the Atlantic Ocean as its backdrop, the festival is offering up an end-of-summer party that rivals last year’s event, expanding the blues from two to three days, and featuring a line-up of spectacular local and nationally acclaimed artists. The festival kicks off on Friday night, September 14th at 5 p.m., with Mojo Chillen from Jacksonville, and Fernandina Beach’s own Beech Street Blues Band, followed by headliners Flannel Church with Duane Trucks, and headliner Shane Dwight. On Saturday, concerts begin at Noon, featuring an array of spectacular musicians, with headlin- ers Sean Chambers, Albert Castiglia, and "Queen of the Blues" Shemekia Copeland. Chambers’ brand of blues is a no-frills blend of Chicago, Texas, and Delta styles, played with an understated sense of ferocity. Castiglia, whose latest album, Living the Dream, was released this summer, is a favorite high-energy performer at blues festivals across the country. Copeland’s passion for singing, matched with her huge, blast-furnace voice, gives her music a timeless power and a heart-pounding urgency. Aptly named “Queen of the Blues,” Copeland began her career singing at Harlem’s famed Cotton Club when she was just eight years old. Sunday’s concerts kick off with Kim Reteguiz and the Black Cat Bones, from Jacksonville, win- ner of the Battle of the Blues competition, held earlier in the year. Reteguiz is known regionally as a vocal powerhouse with a dynamic vocal range and stage performance. Detroit’s David Gerald returns to the Amelia Island Blues Festival this year as the Sunday headliner, after last year’s eye-popping performance. Gerald’s blues have been receiving widespread radio play, along with recognition in the blues community, and was listed as Number One on the ReverbNation blues charts for Michigan Blues artists. On the card are "Queen of the Blues" and daughter of late Texas Other talented artists that concert-goers can expect to enjoy during the three days of blues on the blues guitar legend Johnny Clyde Copeland, Shemekia Copeland beach include young super star Alex Ivanov, Roger “Hurricane” Wilson, The Nouveaux Honkies, J.P (bottom) and Detroit’s David Gerald returns as the Sunday head- Soars and the Red Hots, Bill Sheffield, Blistur, Beth McKee, and the local Blues in Schools Band. In liner, after last year’s eye-popping performance. addition to the music, The Amelia Island Museum of History has launched a new exhibit, “History of the Blues,” that features a tribute to the famed “Chitlin’ Circuit,” a collective name for venues throughout the southern and eastern United States that allowed African-American musicians and entertainers to perform during segregation. The exhibit will be on display until September 30, 2012. The Amelia Island Blues Festival Committee and Board of Directors have worked all year pro- moting the festival and enlisting volunteers and sponsors. Jeff Malone, President and a founding member of the festival and Amelia Island Blues Society, encourages concert-goers to take advantage of the many packages that the three day festival has to offer. “One thing we try to do is to keep the prices low, so everyone has an opportunity to come to the festival,” says Malone. “We offer a three day pass, daily passes, and a VIP special seating pass. Our fantastic vendors are offering food, drinks, and shopping, to make your Blues Festival experience the best. With a little sand and surf, and a col- lection of the some of the best blues around, it’s sure to be a great weekend!” This year the festival is sponsored by RockTenn, our Number One supporter. So far, the festival has raised enough proceeds to purchase a six-passenger shuttle for Baptist Medical Center - Nassau, used to assist and transport individuals on their fast-growing hospital campus in Fernandina Beach. The festival organizers will also be donating music instruments to local middle school children. For more information about artists or to purchase tickets, visit our website at www.ameliaislandblues- fest.com. PAGE B 2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 United Our Hands We Raise, Praise, Indoor Air Quality: Protect Your Home Praise, Praise! From What You Can't See

You are our guests of honor, (StatePoint) With so many people now optimizing their living Of the Most High God Above, spaces for energy efficiency, the risk for indoor air pollution in Following the way of hospitality, homes can actually increase, say experts, as pollutants can get Of his Son, Jesus, our Redeemer, trapped indoors as a result. Who ransomed us with, Clean air inside your home is vital. According to the Environmental Protection His unquestionable love; Agency (EPA), exposure to air pollutants can cause health problems, including By his loving example, respiratory disease, heart disease and cancer. and outworking of Holy Spirit, we mightily display, Here are steps you can take to protect your family from these risks: JOYFUL JOY!!! UNSHAKABLE FAITH!!! And Strong, AGAPE LOVE, in every way!!!! Prevent

Yes!!! We are Jesus’ fishers of men of Matthew 4:19, Many sources of air pollution are preventable. Start by ensuring no one smokes Standing strong in mankind’s sea, inside, as secondhand smoke contains nicotine, toxic chemicals and carcinogenic Mightily we’re pulling in our spiritual harvest, agents. Heaving and hauling all the colors of humanity… Take care of water leaks immediately to prevent mold and mildew from forming Our direction is onward and upward!!!! around your home. Also, take steps to reduce indoor humidity. The EPA and the Joining our founding ______in giving God Glory, Department of Energy are offering tips on how to do so at www.EnergyStar.gov. Honor, and Praise!!! To our Almighty GOD and his loyal Son, Jesus, If your home was built between 1930 and 1950, it was likely insulated with YES!!! Put them up!!! Yes!!! Lift them up!!! asbestos. Make sure these materials are in good condition, as damaged asbestos OUR UNITED HANDS WE RAISE!!!! could release harmful fibers into your home. Hire a professional to seal, cover or remove damaged material.

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Announcements, meetings, happenings, and community events Ventilate scheduled in Jacksonville and the surrounding area The Curious World of Patent Models on Saturday, September 08, 2012, at the No matter how many steps you take to prevent indoor air pollution, your home is Museum of Science and History (MOSH), 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL subject to inevitable sources of pollutants. Proper mechanical ventilation is your 32207. Please call 904.396.MOSH for all information. best defense. WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT 8K RUN on Saturday, September 08, 2012, at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL.32202. “Continuous ventilation at a low speed not only takes minimal wattage to run, but Contact 904.353.1188 for more information. it also significantly improves the indoor air quality of your entire home by The Great Outdoors Event, this Saturday, September 08, 2012, at Prime Osborn exhausting hidden pollution, such as allergens, mildew, mold and more,” says Convention Center, 1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. For more informa- Anita So, Marketing Manager at Panasonic Eco Solutions North America. tion call 904.630.4000. ANTHONY HAMILITON, on Sunday, September 09, 2012, at Times Union Although most consumers are aware of the need for ventilation in areas prone to Center for Performing Arts, 300 W. Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Please high-humidity like bathrooms, an entire air-tight home can benefit from eliminat- cpntact 904.633.6110 for all information. ing mold, mildew, moisture, volatile organic compounds and other invisible Summer Concert: Pianist JOHN URBAN, Friday Musicaleon, on Sunday, vapors. September 09, 2012, 645 Oak Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204. ART WITH A HEART IN HEATHCARE EXHIBITION, MOCA First, check to see if your ventilation fans are working properly. If the bathroom Jacksonville, on Monday, September 10, 2012, at 333 N. Laura Street, mirror steams up after a hot shower or bath, it is time to replace or install a venti- Jacksonville, FL 32202. For more information call 904.366.6911. lation fan. For example, Panasonic’s ENERGY STAR rated WhisperGreen fan Musician's Mondays, 1904 Music Hall, this Monday, September 10, 2012, at offers ventilation with a low speed setting for continuous whole-home ventilation 19 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact 904.434.3475 for any informa- and a high speed setting for increased moisture levels produced by showers or tion. baths. WhisperGreen fans are extremely quiet, energy efficient and feature exclu- The Police Athletic League of Jacksonville, Inc. (PAL) will host the 14th sive technology, ensuring powerful performance. Annual Sheriff’s Cup Charity Golf Classic on Sept. 10, 2012. The Sheriff’s Cup Charity Golf Classic will be held at the San Jose Country Club with check- Not only will a combination of intermittent and continuous ventilation keep your in and lunch beginning at 11:30 a.m. For more information about sponsorship family safer from allergens and toxic gases, but it can also save you money by pre- opportunities, registration and payments, contact Officer Robbie Freitas at (904) venting structural damage, ruined fixtures, peeling wallpaper and blistering paint. 251-5934 or [email protected]. Art With A Heart in Heathcare Exhibition, on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at For more information about optimizing your indoor air quality, visit MOCA Jacksonville, 333 N. Laura Street,Jacksonville, FL 32202. Call www.panasonic.com/ventfans. 904.366.6911 for more information. DOWNTOWN TOP TO BOTTOM WALKING TOUR, Tuesday September Sometimes hidden dangers are the most menacing. But you can breathe more eas- 11, 2012, at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL ily by preventing and removing pollutants in your home.. 32202. SMALL BUSINESS PEP TALK WITH THE JAGUARS, this Tuesday, Community Activities, cont’d...... September 11, 2012, EverBank Field, 1 Everbank Field Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact 904.633.6100 for any information. Pre-K Day, Museum of Science and History (MOSH), on Wednesday, JACKSONVILLE LANDING MARKET, Friday September 14, 2012, at The September 12, 2012, at 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Please call Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL 32202 . 904.396.MOSH for any information. Friday September 14, 2012 Wine Back Wednesday, City Hall Pub, onWednesday, September 12, 2012, 234 Crown Capital Group, Done More Ent., & 93.3 The Beat presents Nephew A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32202. For all information call Tommy & Friends LIVE! Friday September 14, 2012, at the Crown Capital 904.356.6750. Group, Done More Ent., & 93.3 The Beat presents Nephew Tommy & Friends The Jacksonville Human Rights Commission (JHRC) and First Coast LIVE! Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact Diversity Council Jacksonville will co-host a “Brown Bag” Information 904.355.2787 for all information. Exchange on Sept. 12, from noon to 1:30 p.m., at University Center, University of JACKSONVILLE TATTOO CONVENTION, on F riday, September 14, 2012, North Florida, 12000 Alumni Dr. -- 32244. Wyndham Jacksonville Riverwalk, 1515 W. Prudential Drive, This is a free event and attendees can either bring their own lunch or purchase Jacksonville, FL 32207. Call 904.396.5100 for more information lunch on-site. Registration is required. Please rsvp online at [email protected] or ART WITH A HEART IN HEATHCARE EXHIBITION, MOCA by calling (904) 630-4620. Jacksonville, this Friday, September 14, 2012, at 333 N. Laura Street, Movies @ Main 2012: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, this Jacksonville, FL 32202. Contact 904.366.6911 for all information. Thursday, September 13, 2012, at the Jacksonville Main Library, 303 N. Laura COMMUNITY HOSPICE “CARING FOR THE VETERAN’S CAREGIV- Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Please call 904.630.2665 for any information. ER” workshop: Friday, September 14, 2012. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. ADAMEC BIKE NIGHT, on Thursday, September 13, 2012, at The Jacksonville Program is from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This is at University of North Florida, Student Landing, 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL 32202. For more information Union, Building 58, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.A complimentary please call 904.353.1188. breakfast and lunch will be provided and attendees will have a chance to win door CHRIS ISAAK, at the Florida Theatre, on Thursday, September 13, 2012, 128 E. prizes. Registration is free. RSVP to 904.407.6790 by Tuesday, September 11. For Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. complimentary respite care during the workshop, call 904.807.1287. FILM PREMIER, Thursday, September 13, at 6:00 pm., FREE,The Other Side Starting on Sept. 15, MOCA Jacksonville is changing its opening hours to give of Silence: THE UNTOLD STORY OF RUBY MCCOLLUM, For tickets or visitors more time to see the galleries. The new hours will be: more information call 904.632.5555 or visit www.ritzjacksonville.com. Tuesday – Saturday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. BLAST FROM THE PAST, at The Jacksonville Landing, on Friday, September Thursday: 11 a.m.–9 p.m. 14, 2012, at 2 Independent Dr. W., Jacksonville, FL 32202. Please contact Sunday: noon–5 p.m. 904.353.1188 for any information. First Wednesday Art Walk: 5–9 p.m. (monthly), Closed Monday RIVER RALLY-THE RICK ARCUSA BAND, Friday, September 14, 2012 Friday September 14, 2012 River City Brewing Company, 835 Museum Cir., Jacksonville, FL 32207. P{lease ONE in THREE Exhibit, City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval Street, call 904.398.2299 for any information. Jacksonville, FL 32202. SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 THE STAR

Food Network Star’s Chef Malcolm Mitchell BBQ’s It Up In Brunswick For Labor Day With Mature Movement

The hip crew in Brunswick already know that an invitation to a Mature Movement shindig is a sure ticket to the inside scoop on what’s hot and happening. Over the Labor Day holiday, a ticket to the exclusive Labor Day party got some lucky locals a taste of good old American barbeque with a special touch provided by celebrity Chef Malcolm Mitchell (right) who proved himself to be a guru on the grill. “We work hard throughout the year so Labor Day was a great time to get together to show that the movement continues even as we relax and say goodbye to summer,” says MME Marketing Director, Alicia Lavi Engram. “Peach Buns Swimwear, Chef Mitchell and of course our MME crew made it all happen. We want to show that it is possible to have a great laid back time to just enjoy each other and network our products and businesses within the community.”

THE FLORIDA AND GEORGIA STAR BROKE THE STORY OF HOW SENIORS FACED THE POSSIBILITY OF BEING HOMELESS

... join us as we tell you what the results are and who else is being affected as a result of similar ‘schemes’. Coming soon. PAGE B-4 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

Jags Win Final Preseason Game, Prepares For Minnesota Trip

By FRED WITT Florida Sports Wire

The Jacksonville Jaguars open their 18th season in the National Football League and first under owner Shad Khan and head coach Mike Mularkey on Sunday when they visit the Minnesota Vikings at the Mall of America Field at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. The Jaguars rolled up 450 yards of offense as they concluded the preseason with a 24-14 win over Atlanta at EverBank Field last Thursday. Rashad Jennings led the Jaguars with 209 rushing yards on 47 carries for a 4.4 average per carry. The 209 rushing yards led the AFC and ranked second in the NFL. He had six rushes for 10- plus yards. “The thing I like about him, I don’t know what he had but I know there’s some statistics on it but in the preseason how many yards he had after first contact. There’s a couple of plays I saw four or five yards that were made after he was hit, so that’s a positive. That’s in the box or outside the box. He’s a physical runner," said Jaguars' head coach Mike Mularkey. The Jaguars had the NFL’s third-best rushing attack in the preseason, averag- ing 164.0 yards per game on the ground. The Jaguars registered 225 yards on the ground and had only two penalties. The Falcons were limited to only 247 total yards including 83 via the rush. The starters played most of the first quarter for the Jaguars. QB Chad Henne directed two touchdown drives including a 77-yard pass to wide receiver Kevin Elliott in the third quarter. Of the Jaguars’ 54 roster players, 17 are new to the team, and 17 of the 22 projected starters made starts for the club last season. The Jaguars have a roster exemption for three-time Pro Bowl RB Maurice Jones-Drew. WR Justin Blackmon (Oklahoma State), the 5th overall pick, headlines the club’s 2012 draft class that also features DE Andre Branch (Clemson), P Bryan Anger (California), LB Brandon Marshall (Nevada), CB Mike Harris (Florida State) and DT Jeris Pendleton (Ashland). In free agency, the club signed two starters in WR Laurent Robinson and CB Aaron Ross. Offensively, 10 of the 11 starters were with the team a year ago with Blackmon the only rookie that will start on opening day against the Vikings. The Jaguars finished the preseason 3-1 with wins against the New York Giants, at New Orleans and Atlanta and a loss at Baltimore. All four of the club’s pre- season games were against 2011 playoff teams. Meanwhile, running back Maurice Jones-Drew missed the entire preseason before reporting for work last Sunday. “I think I’m game ready now, but once again I have to understand the termi- nology, the playbook,” Jones-Drew said. “I had the OTAs playbook, I didn’t have the camp playbook, but I got the gist of a lot of hings. It’s really just getting used to the terminology, going out there with practice and just repetition with it and being ready There were also eight rookies waived including DE Kendrick Adams, OT Lee to play.” Barbiasz, WR Mike Brown, DE Ryan Davis, CB Antonio Dennard, G D.J. Hall, LB Finally, the Jacksonville Jaguars made 22 roster moves following the final Joshua Jones and LB J.K. Schaffer. Second-year G Will Rackley was placed on preseason game to reduce their roster to the league-mandated limit of 53 players. injured reserve. Nine veteran players were released or waived in S Courtney Greene, DT The Jaguars claimed first-year tight end Brett Brackett off waivers from the Corvey Irvin, DB Rod Issac, CB Trumaine McBride, RB Richard Murphy, QB Philadelphia Eagles and tight end Zach Miller was waived/injured. Jordan Palmer, OT William Robinson, CB Leigh Torrence and WR Demetrius The Jaguars signed former Alabama quarterback John Parker Wilson to the Williams. practice squad. Wilson was originally signed as an undrafted free agent by Atlanta Four first-year players were waived – OL Daniel Baldridge, TE Colin in 2009 and spent the last three seasons with the club. He was waived on August 26, Cloherty, DE Odrick Ray and FB Will Ta’ufo’ou. Ray was waived/injured. 2012. Three African-Americans Up For Sportswoman Of The Year

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•Won the gold medal in the Women’s singles at the 2012 •Won the gold medal in the Women’s team and the Women’s all- •Won the gold medal in the Women’s 200m, the 4x100m, and the Olympic Games, losing only 17 games in six matches. The around at the 2012 Olympic Games (August). 4x400m at the 2012 Olympic Games. The 4x100m team broke a medal earned her a Career Golden Slam by winning gold in sin- •Won the gold medal on the uneven bars, tied for the bronze world record held since 1985, clocking in at 40.82 seconds gles and four major Grand Slam titles (U.S. Open, Australian medal on the floor exercise, and finished seventh on the balance (August). Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon) in the course of her career, beam at the Secret US Classic (July). •Won the 200m sprint in an Olympic Trials record of 21.69 sec- making her only the second woman to do so, along with Steffi •Won the gold medal on the uneven bars, silver medal in the all- onds at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trails and tied for third in the Graf (August). around, bronze medal on the floor exercise and finished seventh 100m (July). •Won her 14th Grand Slam title at 2012 Wimbledon, marking on the balance beam at the 2012 Visa Championships (June). •Won the Women’s 200m at the Prefontaine Classic (July). her fourth Wimbledon title (2003, 2009, 2010, 2012) (July). •Won the gold medal in the team event and the uneven bars at •Won the Women’s 100m at the Samsung Diamond League •Her first place finish at Charleston marked her 40th WTA title the 2012 Pacific Rim Championships (March). Doha (May). 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nity to learn a new skill they can use to make fun newscasts that are rel- How to Get Kids Interested in evant to their daily lives. Each year, schools are encouraged to submit student videos on Current Events set themes and topics in formats such as newscasts, documentaries, dra- (StatePoint) It’s mas and commercials to a national and potentially global contest. Win- never too soon to ning schools receive a package of Panasonic products that will enhance get your child in- classroom learning. The videos show “the world through their eyes.” terested in cur- For more information, visit www.panasonic.net/kwn. rent events -- and “It’s important to get kids to share how they see the world. This doing so can is a perception we don't usually see in the news,” says Joseph Taylor, have many posi- Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Panasonic Corporation of North tive benefits, America. “It’s a valuable perspective that mainstream media usually from building misses.” vocabulary and Watch Together improving writ- Make watching the news together a part of your evening rou- ing, to encourag- tine. Remember, kids have limited attention spans –- so avoid the never ing active and ending 24-hour news programming and opt for a half-hour program that PHOTO CAPTION: Innovative programming is broaden- engaged citizen- highlights all the day’s top stories succinctly. Use commercial breaks ing student access to digital video technology. ship. and dinnertime to discuss what you watched. While the If you’re worried that the imagery will be too graphic or ma- news might seem “boring” at first to kids, there are steps you can take ture, consider recording it first and sharing with your child only the parts to show them just how interesting and exciting current events can be: you feel comfortable with. Read Together By encouraging your kids to keep up with current events, you Ensure that your home subscribes to a daily paper. Let your chil- can help them gain valuable perspective and understand the world dren pick which articles they want to read and help them with words around them. and concepts they don’t understand. Read at least a few front page news ------articles together and then allow them to skip to whichever sections of the paper they find the most interesting. FAMU INTERIM PRESIDENT SUSPENDS Many magazines run kids’ editions in print or online, such as STUDENT DANCE TEAM AFTER ALLEGED Time, Sports Illustrated and National Geographic. Subscribe your child HAZING INCIDENT to an age-appropriate magazine or newspaper. Most children are already well-versed in using the Internet for acquiring information. Guide your children to trusted online news TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) Interim Presi- dent Larry Robinson moved swiftly today ordering the immediate suspension sources that they can access on their own. of the Torque Dance Team following an alleged off-campus hazing incident. Encourage Hands-On Learning FAMU received an anonymous report today that the alleged incident occurred Often the most effective way to spark your child’s interest is to during the Labor Day weekend. offer him or her hands-on learning opportunities. Encourage your child According to the Office of Student Activities, the organization was to join the school newspaper or the school’s television news program. inactive since December 2011 due to the absence of an advisor. Even as budget cuts loom in schools, private companies are The University has officially launched an investigation based on the helping schools offer their students unique educational opportunities. anonymous report made by a parent to the university at 1:45 pm today. Robin- The Panasonic Kid Witness News program for example, a hands-on pro- son said the group is suspended until further notice, pending an investigation. gram designed to help children develop creative, cognitive and com- Robinson said the campus police chief, dean of students and director of stu- munication skills, has provided more than 150,000 children around the dent activities have all been notified of the alleged incident. Story continued world access to top-notch video production equipment and an opportu- on PR-2. PR - 2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

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“The University takes very seriously any allegation of hazing and has moved quickly to shut the organization down pending the outcome of an in- vestigation,” said Robinson. “We have zero tolerance for hazing. It‘s de- plorable and will not be tolerated. It is unconscionable that a student organi- zation would participate in any hazing activity considering what has tran- spired in the past year.” Earlier this year, FAMU sus- pended new membership intake for all clubs and organizations and imple- mented more strict procedures as a re- sult of the death of Robert Champion. Among the revised and new procedures to the intake process are a mandatory “Rattlers First” Member- ship Orientation, conflict resolution, new member rights and responsibili- ties, and student organization recertifi- cation provided by the Office of Student Activities for current and new members throughout the year. These workshops will address topics such as anti-hazing, community service, time management and professional devel- opment. Each potential member of the club or organization must attend these workshops to be considered for mem- bership. The first meeting to inform stu- dent clubs and organizations of the new intake procedures is scheduled to take place today at 6 p.m. These meet- ings were scheduled prior to the report of alleged hazing. The Florida Star Newspaper Please Email us at: [email protected] would like to hear your story. or find us on facebook SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 PREP RAP PR - 3

STATEPOINT CROSSWORD 39. Like yellow polka dot bikini 74. *Papa Smurf, e.g, 32. Approaches 40. Musical finale 33. Boredom THEME: CARTOON FAMILIES 41. Linear particle accelerator, for DOWN 34. *”Red _____” short 1. Dutchman’s wooden gear 36. Homework to a student ACROSS 43. Castle material 2. Frown 38. Batman’s cave, e.g. 1. Fastener 44. Wrong 3. Opposed to 42. Crocus, pl. 6. Hermey, e.g. 46. *Heckle and Jeckle, e.g. 4. Feudal lord’s property, pl. 45. Downhill race 9. Thunderous character 47. Test answer 5. Modular dwelling 49. The day before 13. One who avoids company 48. *”Rugrats” character 6. Two, e.g. 51. Jack is this and quick? 14. ___ Kilmer 50. As opposed to a wood 7. “____ & Order” 54. Test format 15. Southern chicken stew 52. Knightly title 8. “Pound of _____” 56. Pitch 16. Grossly unconventional 53. Affirm solemnly 9. Sound of a bell 57. Iranian money 17. One of Bo Peep’s flock? 55. Former Soviet Socialist Republics 10. *Hank or Peggy or Bobby 58. Tangerine-grapefruit hybrid 18. Daytime host 57. *Flintstones’ neighbors 11. Butter substitute 59. Cry plaintively 19. *Peter or Lois or one of their chil- 61. *Surname of family in longest- 12. Smallest, as in litter 60. A dull person dren running American sitcom 15. Jimmy Carter product 61. See him run? 21. Onion-like bulb 65. It can melt 20. Vitruvian Man, e.g. 62. Skidded 23. Blue feeling 66. Pine juice 22. Mad Hatter’s accessory 63. Stare amorously 24. Better ____ Ezra, band 68. Lowest part of a ship 24. “Into ______” 64. Not far 25. DNA transmitter 69. Rooster to a farmer 25. Summary 67. *”The Jetsons” were a Space ___ 28. Alternative for Liz? 70. In the past 26. Actress Watts counterpart to “The Flintstones” 30. *Todd or Tina or Timmy 71. Another spelling for Layla 27. Echo sounder 35. Right side of U.S. 72. Low-cal 29. Stumble 37. Seed cover 73. Hitherto 31. Catch one’s breath PR - 4 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

Protect Your Children From Cyberbullying phone — ask if everything is okay. Regularly converse to open the line of communication. • Cyberbullies may think they are acting anonymously, but they can be tracked by authorities. If your child is a victim, save the offending emails, IMs, and texts, and get the school involved if possible. • If you worry your child is in serious danger, or the other parents refuse to help end bullying, call the police. • Find out what your child’s school’s policies are on bullying, cyber- bullying and digital devices. If the rules are insufficient, talk to the teachers and principal about establishing sensible regulations. • Don’t raise a bully! Foster empathy by talking regularly about how actions and words affect others. Set a good example by always treating others with respect yourself, both online and offline. • Help children develop constructive strategies for getting what they want that don’t include teasing, threatening or hurting others. • Don’t assume that a normally well-behaved child is guilt-free. The faceless digital world makes it easy for even good kids to sometimes be mean. (StatePoint) Most parents are familiar with traditional bullying that takes More information about cyberbullying can be found on the AAP place at school and on the playground, but as life has gone digital, so has parenting website, www.healthychildren.org. bullying. With a new school year come new challenges. Learn about the “Cyberbullying, bullying that occurs through technology like realities of cyberbullying and what you can do to protect your children. computers and mobile devices, is often harder to detect than traditional bullying. The bully isn’t immediately visible and may not even be known to the victim,” says pediatrician Dr. Gwenn Schurgin O`Keeffe of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and author of “Cyber- Studying smartly means Safe: Protecting and Empowering in the Digital World of Texting, Gam- ing, and Social Media.” studying early and often “Because of this, cyberbullying is often more upsetting to vic- ***** tims, with even more profound and long-lasting effects,” Dr. O’Keeffe After starting classes, paying tutiion, and comparing your private stu- said. dent loan options, it's time to start focusing on your academics. But per- While the anonymous nature of the digital world does pose a forming well in college isn't just a matter of being smart. It's a matter of challenge to identifying cyberbullies, O’Keeffe notes, parents can take staying prepared. Here's how to do it: an active role toward combating this 21st century problem. Here are tips for parents to get a handle on cyberbullying, • Start studying now. Pace yourself throughout the semester instead of whether your child is a victim, a bystander or even participating in the cramming everything in at the end. Cramming is a good way to tem- bullying: porarily memorize then quickly forget everything. Instead study early, often, and for shorter periods of time. • Monitor your child’s digital technology use. Be on the lookout for be- • Study during daylight hours. Doing it at night means you're probably haviors like quickly switching screens and having multiple passwords doing it tired, meaning you'll retain less. and accounts. • Exercise before you study. Take a jog, ride a bike, or chase a squirrel. • Teach your child to come forward if he or she knows a friend is bul- The movement will increase blood flow to your brain. lying others or being bullied. Being a bystander helps perpetuate the • Study in different places. According to the New York Times, just cycle and continue someone else’s pain. switching study spots each time you study increases data retention. • You may think your child is safely using a digital device in the next • Know your ideal environment. If you study best in a group, find one. room, but any child online is at risk for being bullied. Not all children If you like your silence, don't study in a coffee shop. Know how your are going to let you know if there’s a problem, including teenagers. If brain works, where you can and can't focus, and make the extra effort your child is acting withdrawn, evasive or unusually sad — especially to find conditions you excel under. after using a digital device such as a computer, video game or mobile simpletuition.com SEPTEMBER 08, 2012 THE STAR C&J 1 CrimeCrime andand JusticeJustice A Publication of the Florida Star and Georgia Star

As an African - American newspaper, we basically report on offenses committed by African - Americans. Please note that in our observations, weekly reports show that African - Americans DO NOT commit the largest percentage of criminal offenses in this area. Robber Charged with Murder After Partner is Woman Stabs Roommate to Death with Broken Beer Bottle Killed A woman was arrested for stabbing her room- mate to death. An armed robber was shot and killed by a Police say Lowanna Lynn McQuay ,46, and Lori customer at a store. The robber’s accomplice Wynn, 34, were homeless and had just moved into was instead charged with the murder. a rooming house together a few days ago. The two At around 9:20 p.m., Rakeem Deveal women were said to have been in an intimate rela- Odoms, 22, and Aundre Krishna Campbell, 19 tionship. were said to have entered a discount store with The women got into an argument at about 8:30 CO2 BB pistols that looked like real handguns. a.m. on the front porch and McQuay broke a beer Two employees in the store were threatened by Lowanna McQuay bottle and started stabbing Wynn in the neck. Wynn the robbers. Their goal was to get to the cash ran off to the bedroom in the house, but McQuay went after her and con- register, until the only customer in the store no- tinued to stab her in the neck. McQuay also followed her into the kitchen keeping her from escaping. Police say Wynn was stabbed 34 times. Rakeem Odoms ticed what was going on. The customer was a 57-year-old grandfather McQuay changed into different clothes and started walking away who had a concealed firearms permit. He was from the house. Police found her a block away with blood stains on her pants and face. She was arrested without incident and will be facing a said to have stopped by the store on his way murder charge. home from work for a few items that his wife asked him to buy earlier. He was not expecting an armed robbery, but took action when it hap- pened. He drew his weapon and ordered the robbers to drop their guns. When Odoms did not, he opened fire. Odoms was hit two to three times and was killed. Campbell fled the scene. Police found Odoms dead upon arrival. The Aundre Campbell customer who shot the suspect was not charged and chose not to reveal his identity. Campbell was later arrested on an un- related burglary warrant. He was charged with robbery and felony murder for the death of Odoms during the robbery. He is not eligible to receive bond. The wife of the customer, who prevented the robbery from going any further, said that her husband had always been a marksman and shoots in competitions. He has never killed anybody and she stated that she does- n’t know how he would handle it. Odoms was said to have prior arrests in August of 2009 for deal- ing in stolen property. He received a year of probation as punishment. He was also arrested in February 2009 for driving without a license and served two days in jail. C&J 2 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 08, 2012 From Actual Police Reports SSSHH! DidDid YouYou HearHear About?...About?...

EDITOR’S NOTE: All suspects are deemed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The Sheriff’s Office reports are a matter of public record. The Star seeks to educate in the hope of keeping our community safe. Treatment Center Worker Molests Teen Client Your Safety A former child specialist has been arrested following Crime Prevention Tips for Seniors accusations of molesting a Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility, not just a job for law enforcement. teenage client at the residen- Seniors can learn how to protect themselves from crime by following these sim- tial addiction treatment pro- ple, common-sense, suggestions. Share these tips with your neighbors and friends, gram. too. According to reports, the victim is a 15-year-old girl At home ... • Always keep your doors and windows locked. Install dead-bolt locks on all who is a client of the pro- doors. gram. 34-year-old Corey • Keep your home well lit at night, inside and out, and keep your curtains closed Hodges started working at the at night. facility in February. Earlier • Install a peephole in your front door so you can see callers without opening the this month, the girl reported door. Corey Hodges that Hodges had molested her • Ask for proper identification from delivery- men or strangers. Don’t be afraid of asking — if they are legitimate they won’t mind. two times last month while she was in her room at the program. • If a stranger asks to use your telephone, offer to place the call for him/her your- On both occasions, the victim said Hodges touched her breasts self. Never let a stranger into your home. under her shirt, rubbed her over her clothes, and kissed her on • Do not leave notes on your door when you are gone, and do not hide your keys the lips. Both times, she said that Hodges told her not to tell under the mat or in other conspicuous places. anyone about it. On a third occasion, the girl said that after she • Never give out information over the phone indicating you are alone or that you won’t be home at a certain time. broke her finger playing football, Hodges drove her to the hos- • When you are gone for more than a day, make sure your home looks and sounds pital. On the way back, the victim said that Hodges rubbed her occupied — use automatic timers to turn on lights and a radio or television. thigh and told her to pull up her shorts, but she refused and nothing more happened. While you’re out ... Investigators interviewed other teenage girls at the pro- • Carry your purse very close to you — don’t dangle it from your arm. Also, never gram. A 17-year-old told investigators that Hodges asked her leave your purse in a shopping cart. • Don’t carry more cash than is necessary. Many grocery stores now accept checks for hugs, made comments about other girls’ bodies, and talked and automatic teller cards instead of cash. about beating up a boy she was dating because Hodges was • Avoid walking alone at night. Try to have a friend accompany you in high risk jealous. An 18-year-girl said Hodges told her that she should be areas —even during the daytime. a stripper because she had a nice body and a 14-year-old girl • Do not carry weapons — they may be used against you. revealed that while going through heroin withdrawal, Hodges • Have your paychecks or government checks sent directly to your bank account — many banks have senior citizens discounts. ordered her to get out of her bed even though she told him that • Never withdraw money from your bank accounts for anyone except YOUR- she was naked. When she got up and tried to cover herself with SELF. Be wary of con artists and get-rich schemes that probably are too-good-to- a blanket, she said that Hodges told her to drop it. be-true. During questioning by investigators, Hodges denied the allegations. Surveillance video from inside the facility showed In your car... Hodges going into one of the girls’ rooms, in violation of staff • Keep your gas tank full and your engine properly maintained to avoid break- downs. policies. He also violated their policies when he drove the girl • Always lock your car doors, even when you’re inside and keep your windows to the hospital instead of having a female employee do it. rolled up. Driving with the windows closed also improves gas mileage. Investigators offered Hodges an opportunity to submit to a • Lock packages and other valuables in the trunk. Do not leave them on the back voice stress analysis, but his lawyer told him not to take the seat or on the floor of the car where potential thieves can see them. test. • When you return to your car, always check the front and back seat before you get in. Investigators obtained an arrest warrant for Hodges. He • Never pick up hitchhikers. was arrested and booked. He is facing one charge each of lewd • If your car breaks down, pull over to the right as far as possible, raise the hood, or lascivious molestation and lewd or lascivious conduct. He is and wait inside being held on $60,000 bond. He has also been fired from the the car for help. Do not get out of the car or roll down the window until the police treatment center. arrive. SEPTEMBER 08, 2012 THE STAR C&J 3 BizarreBizarre CrimesCrimes who, what, when...huh?

Man Tries to Rape Teen and Blames the Devil Teen Calls Police Twice for Having Strange Dream

A man was arrested for trying to rape a 13- A teen was arrested after calling police twice to report year-old girl and blamed the devil for his actions. 18-year-old Mark Welch woke up from an odd dream The young victim was said to have been and was convinced that everything in his dream was really walking towards her grandmother’s house at about happening. He told his parents, but they didn’t believe him. 5:30 p.m. The teen was approached by 18-year-old He then called 911to report about his dream. Police were Gerome L. Robinson, who asked her if she wanted not sure what was going on and dispatched to the house at to hang out. When she told him “no,” Robinson around 7:30 p.m. Police found out Welch had been smoking grabbed her and pushed her into his backyard. He K2, which is synthetic marijuana. They told him not to call them again unless it was then took his clothes off and tried to take her a genuine emergency. Gerome Robinson clothes off too. He held her against his house and About 40 minutes after the first call, Welch went to a neighbor’s house and told her to stop resisting. The girl was finally able to let herself free and called 911 again, saying he was still trying to prove something to his family about made an escape. his dream. “The officer told me not to call back,” said Welch. “And he said if I Robinson ran after the girl but was stopped by her mother who called back, then ya’ll were going to take me to court. So I’m calling back.” The call- showed up. The girl was then taken back home. taker asked Welch if he wanted to go to jail. “I have to prove something to my fam- When police came, Robinson told them, “the devil tried to rape her ily,” he responded. “So can you send an officer back?” When asked if there was an in my body.” Robinson was arrested and charged with battery and lewd or emergency, Welch admitted there wasn’t. lascivious battery. He is being held on $55,000 bond. When police came, Welch was arrested for misuse of the 911 system, a Robinson’s family say the victim may have made up the incident. 1st-degree misdemeanor. He was booed into jail on $500 bond. Other Unusual Crimes Across the Nation

9-year-old boy Charged with Murder After Beating 14- Ex-Marine Shoots and Kills Co-Workers Which He Month-Old Baby to Death Tweeted About Wanting to do Three Years Ago Cahokia, IL- Police say the 9-year-old was sleeping in the same Old Bridge, NJ- 23-year-old Terence Tyler posted a ques- room as 14-month-old Taquan Willis when the beating hap- tion on Twitter, a social-networking site, in 2009 asking, pened. They were believed to be related.Willis was found dead “Is it normal to want to kill ALL of ur coworkers?” He by his mother, Alisha Johnson. Other people were said to have then tweeted a few months later saying that he under- been in the home, such as Willis’ two older brothers, ages two and three, a friend stand why people went on killing sprees. Also the slogan on his facebook of Johnson’s with her boyfriend, and a 12-year-old boy. One of the adults heard a was: “Be optimistic. All the people you hate are going to eventually die.” groaning sound coming from a bedroom and Johnson went to check, she found Tyler was discharged from the Marines in 2010 after he was suffering from Willis’ limp body. The 14-month-old was taken to the hospital, where he was pro- depression and he was said to have not gotten over his mother’s death, which nounced dead. The 9-year-old was charged with first-degree murder. happened five years ago. Tyler worked at a supermarket, where he began Man Accidentally Shoots Self in Head and Dies While Re- working as an overnight clerk less than two weeks ago, and police say at Enacting Movie Scene Conway, SC- 43-year-old James Gagum was watching a movie around 3:30 a.m., he left his job and drove off. He returned shortly with a with some friends and a scene played with a character using a handgun and an assault rifle. About 12-14 workers were in the market and gun. An argument began about how the gun was supposed to Tyler fired more than 16 rounds from the rifle at an employee standing out- be handled. Gagum then held a pistol to his head and said, side. He then entered the store where he continued to keep firing. He shot at “That’s not how it’s done.” He pulled the trigger twice, but the gun went off on five workers in an aisle, killing Christina LoBrutto, 18, and Bryan Breen, the third pull. The bullet went through Gagum’s head and was pronounced dead 24. He then pulled out his handgun and killed himself. Ammunition maga- at the scene. In 2010, Gagum shot and killed one of three suspects that broke into zines and the weapons were recovered by police. Tyler was said to have been his home, threatening him and his wife. a very quiet person and never came across as “crazy.” C&J 4 THE STAR SEPTEMBER 08, 2012 CriminalCriminal Line-UpLine-Up MISSING CHILDREN

Name: Jasmine Kierra Paul Name: Cedric Herring Name: Antonio N. Phillips Name: John Ramsey Name: Rachel Todman Age: 17 Age: 17 Age: 14 Age:16 Age: 15 Weight: 120 lbs Weight: 160 lbs Weight: 215 lbs Weight: 165 lbs Weight: 115 lbs Last seen: 8/23/12 Last seen: 6/05/12 Last seen: 8/18/12 Last seen: 6/05/12 Last seen: 8/23/12

ON THE LOOKOUT

Armed Robbery Suspects

Police were dispatched to a clothing store in reference to an armed robbery. Investigation revealed that two black male suspects entered the business and began asking about clothing and shoes. One of the suspects then pulled a black handgun on the clerk and demanded money. The suspects obtained money from the clerk and then stole clothing from the business.

One of the suspects was described as a black male, 20-25 years of age, 5’04”- 5’05”, average build, wearing a red “Coogi” hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and armed with a black handgun. The other suspect was described as a black male 20-25 years old, 5’07”, thin build, with braids/dreadlocks, wearing short pants, and a white t-shirt.

Anyone with any information about the identity or location of the suspects 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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Name: Ladarrian Name: Jeremy Scott Name: Patrick Laron Name: Christopher West Watkins Watson Whittington Offense: Aggravated Offense: Criminal Offense: Obstruct Offense: DUI Cause Batter w/Deadly Mischief/Property Crime Investigation Serious Bodily Injury Weapon Damage

Citizens with tips are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and become eligible for a reward.