The Prince George’s Post

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Vol. 75, No. 26 June 28 - July 4, 2007 Prince George’s County, Maryland Newspaper of Record Phone: 301-627-0900 25 cents Department of Aging Issues Heat Warning for Elderly Seniors Advised to Act to Prevent Heat Exhaustion

Courtesy MD DEPARTMENT ON AGING

(BALTIMORE, MD) – Summer weather and outdoor activities generally go hand-in-hand. However, it is important for older adults to recog- PHOTO BY JAMES PROCTOR PHOTOGRAPHY nize, prepare for, and take action to avoid severe 2007 recipients of 100 Black Men of Greater Washington scholarships. health problems and conditions often associated with summer weather. Hyperthermia – A Hot Weather Hazard for 40 Scholarships Awarded at 100 Black Men of Older People It is important for seniors to remember that they are at particular risk for hyperthermia, a heat- Greater Washington Scholarship Luncheon related illness brought on by long periods of expo- sure to intense heat and humidity, which causes an 12 PGCPS Students Become First-Time Scholarship Recipients increase in a person’s core body temperature By JAMES PROCTOR students coming from Prince George’s county ate with a degree in Sport Management in just 3 (98.6°)(37°C). The two most common forms of Contributing Writer schools. These recipients were: Carrington R. years. She is very likely to do so because she hyperthermia are heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Carter, II, Joshua D. Cuthbertson, Qaahir T. has already been able to excel in academics and Heat Exhaustion is a warning that the body is The 100 Black Men of Greater Washington Elliott, Mirah A. Ivory, Anthony J. Mack, David athletics --receiving partial scholarships in both getting too hot. The person may be thirsty, giddy, (BMOGW) held its annual Scholarship K. McClain, Preoshia K. Montague, Reginald L. areas. weak, uncoordinated, nauseous, sweating profuse- Luncheon at the Hyatt Capitol Hill on Saturday Peterson, Jr., Kierra L. Royster, Desmin L. The 100 BMOGW provides $2,000 scholar- ly and the skin is cold and clammy. June 23rd. The group awarded over 40 scholar- Wade, Jonathan D. Young and Rachelle Wright. ships to high school seniors who are attending Heat Stroke caused by excessive exposure to ships to students in the Metropolitan area. These Rachelle Wright was typical of the high caliber an accredited college, university, or specialty hot, humid temperatures kills an average of 1,700 scholarships are renewable and most of the of award recipients; she was the class school of higher learning. The scholarships are persons in the United States each year. About 80% recipients were collecting awards which they Salutatorian for Potomac High School in Oxon awarded in increments of $500 over four years of heat stroke deaths occur in persons age 50 and had earned from previous years. There were 15 Hill. She will be attending the University of as long as the student remains enrolled full-time older, because age and other factors such as dis- Maryland Baltimore County and plans to gradu- first-time recipients this year with 12 of the 15 See BMOGW, Page A9 See Warning, Page A7 Cavitt,Vaughns PGCPS 5th Graders Win Cash Appointed to for Entries in National Contest Planning Board, 3 at Langley Park-McCormick ES “Dare to Dream” M-NCPPC Courtesy PGCPS (ALEXANDRIA, VA) —Fifth-grader County Executive Shante’l Jones, a student at Langley Park- McCormick Elementary School in Hyattsville is Appoints New Members the winner of a $5,000 college scholarship from BrainstormUSA, an Atlanta-based marketer of to Replace Old PHOTO BY EMILY APATOV/ THE PRINCE GEORGE’S POST educational software, videos, workbooks and Jane Lipton Cafritz and her husband, computers. The award is presented as part of the Commissioners Calvin, address community stakeholders company's 1st quarter 2007 “Dare to Dream… at the meeting at Riverdale Elementary. Expect to Succeed” Scholarship Program. Courtesy OFFICE OF THE COUNTY Shante’l dreams of becoming a doctor; for EXECUTIVE her entry, she created a poster, an essay, and a Developers in diorama. A letter of support from her mother Sarah A. Cavitt of Fort Washington and accompanied her entry. Shante’l was chosen to Sylvester J. Vaughns of Palmer Park were receive the scholarship, beating out hundreds of appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Riverdale other contest entrants. Jack B. Johnson, and confirmed by the Prince Gerson Villanueva and Morgan Percy, also George’s County Council on Tuesday, June 19, students from Langley Park- McCormick ES, as members of the Prince George’s County Request will receive prizes from BrainstormUSA as well. Planning Board and the Maryland-National Villanueva, a 5th grader, won second place Capital Park and Planning Commission (M- nationally for his entry expressing his dream to NCPPC). Ms. Cavitt will fill the seat vacated by Community’s become an architect. Villanueva was awarded a former Commissioner William M. Eley, Jr., and CSI multi-media computer and a variety of edu- Mr. Vaughns will replace Commissioner Eley as cational software pieces. Percy, a 4th grader, Vice Chairman of the Planning Board. Input made model tooth and submitted an entry Ms. Cavitt, a long-time resident of Prince demonstrating her desire to become a dentist. George’s County, retired from a 25 year career Morgan placed third, winning a bundle of soft- with the Social Security Administration where ware pertaining to the school curriculum at PHOTOS COURTESY PGCPS (L-R): Gerson Villanueva, Shante’l Jones, and she served in numerous roles, including EEO By KATE ELIZABETH QUERAM Langley Park-McCormick ES. Contributing Writer Morgan Percy, 2007 Dare to Dream Officer and Branch Office Manager. She is well- The “Dare to Dream - Expect to Succeed” Scholarship recipients from Langley Park- known throughout Prince George’s County as a See Dreams, Page A9 McCormick Elementary School. On June 14,, the Cafritz property develop- See Commissioners, Page A9 ment team held the third in a series of commu- nity forums encouraging local residents to INSIDE voice their concerns and suggestions for the Now is the Time to Forfeit use of the 36-acre lot in Riverdale Park, MD. COMMUNITY BUSINESS The lot on Route 1 has been held by the Cafritz family since 1959. Directly adjacent to Fireworks in Prince George’s Emily Apatov of Cafritz Developers College Park and University Park, the meet- The Prince George's Request Community ings on the commercial development produced PGFD/ EMS Waives Penalty for Consumer Fireworks Post sits down with Input to Shape a large turnout with residents of several cities Dr. Eugene Williams Riverdale at all three forums. Courtesy PGFD/EMS The Prince George ’s and Montgomery and learns how to Development Jane Cafritz, the project’s developer, County Fire/EMS Departments held a fireworks use the New King Prince George’s began discussing the property’s transformation Injuries caused by illegal consumer fire- safety demonstration at Six Flags America to James Bible to County Companies with her husband two years ago. “We wanted works range from minor to fatal and occur every remind citizens and residents that although all encourage summer Recognized by to see what the community’s vision was,” she year around Fourth of July celebrations. Many consumer fireworks are both dangerous and ille- reading A3 said. “We felt from the beginning that the TEDCO A5 of the preventable fireworks injuries and deaths gal, under the county’s Fireworks Amnesty community would have an important role, in the United States involve children. See Cafritz, Page A5 See Fireworks, Page A7 A2 —June 28 - July 4, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post Towns and NEIGHBORS Clinton Conversations

By NORMA FAZENBAKER booked in excess of 800,000 room 301.579.6116 nights of convention business. Five additional premier hotel and timeshare So far, I have attended two of my companies are also coming to National picnics, and still have two to go Harbor, bringing the total number of through. They have been lots of fun, hospitality units to approximately and I’m not yet sick of hamburgers and 3,000 rooms. There will be a Fairfield hot dogs. Our NARFE picnic yester- Resorts, Hilton’s Hampton Inn, day was not as well attended as we had Residence Inn by Marriott, Westin hope; with 1,364 members, it seems Hotels and Resorts and waloft Hotel. we should have more than 30 people These five hotels expect to hire 600 show up for a good picnic. employees. The project will bring a Hope you are all enjoying your total of 2,200 permanent jobs to Oxon summer. With the celebration of my Hill. birthday coming up at Rosecroft on In conjunction with the expansion, July 9— along with the South County Gaylord has also given $1 million to Democratic Clubs— I am looking for- Prince George’s Community College ward to the rest of summer. to sponsor a hospitality program to We are still planning the trip to the cover start-up costs for faculty, materi- Laurel Highlands in Pennsylvania, but als, equipment and curriculum for the the dates are now October 15 through Hospitality Institute at the college. PHOTO BY JOHN CASSADY/ THE AUDOBON SOCIETY 17. We will visit the Flight 93 Gaylord is also establishing a scholar- Whip-poor-will populations have declined 73 percent due to habitat loss and also the fragmentation by roads and Memorial, and if you have never done ship program for high school students other development of remaining habitat into patches too small to support this nocturnal ground-nesting species. this, please plan on joining us for this desiring to pursue a higher education Whip-poor-wills nest in forests with natural openings and edges and are now confined to larger, intact forest trip. The cost will be $400 and it in hospitality. The company will patches such as Green Ridge State Forest in Allegany County and the Patuxent Research Refuge in Prince should be a great time. We will also work with Prince George’s County George’s and Anne Arundel Counties. be visiting two houses constructed by high schools to support job fairs, guest master architect Frank Lloyd Wright, speakers, and other business and edu- “Fallingwater” and “Kentuck Knob.” cation partnerships. As most of you Aquasco-Brandywine Although I live near the National know, this project will change the face Harbor project, I have yet to visit the of Prince George’s County and will By RUTH TURNER Dickson at 301.350.6160. mentis a plus. The person should have development site. Gaylord National change the way people from all over 301.888.1139 Community Support System excellent people skills, be dependable, Hotel Resort and Convention Center the world vies the county when they A Caring Agency serving organized, and a self starter. Personal has now become on of the world’s visit the Nation’s Capital. This infor- T.K.U. Southern Prince George’s and transportation is necessary and the largest hotel projects under construc- mation comes from the Gorgeous Total Knowledge and Northern Charles Counties is seeking person must have a valid driver’s tion, with 2,000 luxury rooms and Prince George’s newsletter. Understanding Performing Arts will a Program Assistant to work 20 lisence. A degree in human services or 30,000 square feet of meeting space. If you get a splinter, reach for the be opening in September 2007. hours/week at $12.50 starting salary. social work is preferred. Applicants So far, the project is on schedule and scotch tape before resorting to tweez- T.K.U. will offer Ballet, African, Tap, Schedule to be determined. Duties of can e-mail resume to has an anticipated opening date of ers or a needle. Put the scotch tape Jazz/Hip Hop, Modeling Drama, this position include office and advo- [email protected] (put ‘Job’ in head- April 1, 2008. Even though the pro- over the splinter, and pull it off. It will Manners, and Self Esteem classes to cacy functions. The successful candi- ing) or mail to Human Resources ject is still nine months away from remove most splinters painlessly and children and adults aged three and up. date wll be proficient in Microsoft Committee Community Support completion, the hotel has already easily. $35 is asked for registration. For more Word and Excel; familiarity with desk- Systems, P.O. Box 206, Aquasco, MD information, contact Gerrylyn Cookie top publishing and website manage- See Aquasco, Page A9 A Man, A Motorcycle, A Mission WSSC’s Tom Kelly Rides to Canada to Raise Awareness About Serving Suitland the Lack of Potable Water in Some Areas of the Country By JANICE A. EUELL offered. It could save or improve 301.523.2677 your life. Courtesy WSSC For additional information, Mark your calendars for a Health please contact Noble Michael A. (LAUREL, MD) -- A lone man Fair to be held on June 30, 2007 from Taylor, MISR Temple Health on a motorcycle, Tom Kelly is bound 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM. The event is Director, at 301.257.1757 or for Toronto, Canada, Thursday on a being sponsored by MISR Temple No. 240.296.3188 or mission to raise money and aware- 213. It will be held at Harmony Hall [email protected]. ness for people who desperately need Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Many thanks to Geneva Gause of sustainable drinking water resources. Road, Fort Washington, Maryland. the Daughters of ISIS for meeting His destination is the American Free health screenings for the first 30 with young ladies as part of the Water Works Association (AWWA) people Prostate-PSA, cholestorol and Isiserettes Club. This is a great conference in Toronto, Canada. glucose. Nominal fees after first free opportunity to get your daughters, Kelly, a strategic coordinator in screenings expire. Free health granddaughters, nieces, cousins into a WSSC’s Customer Care Planning assessments will be available. program that will offer them so many Group, is joining 14 other riders on a There will be door prizes and advantages as they grow and develop. 550-mile trek north from Laurel to much more. This is a valuable and If you are interested in being a part of Canada as a participant in the Water much-needed service and hopefully this wondeful group of young ladies, Buffalo Charity Ride for Water for many of you will be able to take please contact Ms. Gause at People, an international nonprofit advantage of the services being 240.462.7281. development organization committed PHOTO COURTESY WSSC to the long-term impact of increased Tom Kelly of WSSC participates in the Water Buffalo Charity Ride for Water for People, raising money and awareness in hopes to provide families with potable See Kelly, Page A9 water who may not have had access to it, otherwise. Correction: It was incorrectly stated in the June 21 - June 27, 2007 edi- tion of The Prince George’s Post (Vol. 75, No. 25) that the Marlboro Mustangs beat the Ft. Washington #1’s in a T-Ball In and Around Morningside-Skyline game played last Saturday, June 16, 2007; the Ft. Washington #1’s won the game 18- 15. 1950. He served in Korea as a percus- dinner at Maggiano’s on Wisconsin By MARY MCHALE sionist in the Air Force Band. After Avenue. The Nagros also have three 301.735.3451 the war he graduated from the granddaughters, Shawna, Lauren and Nagros Celebrate Golden University of Maryland with a degree Erica McMonigle. Anniversary at Maggiano’s Little in journalism and public relations, and Prayer Service Tonight for The New Prince George’s Post Italy worked in sales and promotion for Servicemen and Women Benny Nagro and Betty Rutledge Remington-Rand. A musician from St. Pius X Knights of Columbus is his youth, he has continued to lead or hosting a special prayer service tonight, The Prince George’s Post Editor/Publisher grew up in Washington and attended Legusta Floyd play in bands, for weddings and— June 28, at 7 p.m. for all who served or P.O. Box 1001 Eastern High School. They didn’t pay 15207 Marlboro Pike believe it or not, he says—for who are serving in the Armed Forces. Advertising much attention to each other back then, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-3151 Brenda Boice but later, when Ben had a job driving divorces. Special mention will be made for those Phone 301-627-0900 a Brinks truck, he spotted her crossing Betty had been assistant buyer at who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Legal Fax • 301-627-6260 Graphic Designer the street. As he tells it, there he was, Jelleff’s, and after marriage became a This will be at Mount Calvary Editorial Fax • 301-627-8147 Kyler Quesenberry sitting on a million dollars, but he homemaker and seamstress for local Church, 6700 Marlboro Pike. The Contents © 2004, The Prince George’s Editorial Assistant Post stopped the truck and asked for her theater productions. By the way, she is Council chaplain, Father Joseph Emily Apatov phone number. related to Edward Rutledge, one of the Jenkins, will lead the service. A They dated for about three years signers of the Declaration of reception follows in the church foyer. and were married June 22, 1957 at Independence. For information, call John Buckler, They are members of the VFW in 202.725.6446. Prince George’s County, Md. Member National Newspaper Publishers Association, and Mount Calvary Church. the Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia Press Association. When their first child was due, Morningside, the American Legion in Celebrate the 4th with the Clinton, and the Korean War Veterans, Morningside Parade, fireworks The Prince George’s Post (ISSN 10532226) is published every Thursday by the New they moved from their Riverdale apart- Prince George’s Post Inc., 15207 Marlboro Pike, Upper Marlboro, Md. 20772-3151. and founding members of St. Philip’s The annual Morningside ment to a house on Camp Springs Subscription rate: 25 cents per single copy; $15 per year; $7.50 senior citizens and stu- Church where Benny has ushered for Independence Day Parade kicks off Avenue, just off Allentown Road, on a dents; out of county add $1; out of state add $2. Periodical postage paid at Southern site that used to be a huge tobacco years. from the firehouse at 11:30 on July 4 Md. 20790. farm. They still live there. Their children and spouses— and will march up Suitland Road. I Postmaster, send address changes to Prince George’s Post, P.O. Box 1001, Upper Ben served in the Navy Reserve in Brenda and Kevin McMonigle and plan to be sitting under the big tree at Marlboro, Md. 20772-3151. the 1940s and joined the Air Force in Brian and Maria Nagro—helped them the Suitland Road Baptist Church with celebrate their 50 years together with See Morningside, Page A9 June 28 - July 4, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post —A3 COMMUNITY Local Author and Teacher Offers Parents One-of-a-Kind Insights Into How Summer Reading to Boost Reading Performance Dr. Eugene Williams, Sr. Sits Down with Emily Apatov of The Prince George's Post

In the book he co-authors with his colleague and also his son, It's a Reading Thing, Dr. Dr. Williams: One of the things that parents can Dr. Williams: I want my students to read and Eugene Williams, Sr. has created a manual to do— and many of them don't do — is let their gain information from words in their context. help parents mentor their children and supple- youngster read to them. In my work in the I believe reading's the most effective way to ment tkids’ formal education with summer read- county, I was just appalled to find out there was learn and maintain and use these words in con- ing. An English teacher at Annapolis Road 10th grader in my class who could not read. text. Academy in Prince George's County, Dr. When I say 'couldn't read,' I mean this student In my book you'll find a recommended sum- Williams has also taught at Howard University, was reading at about the 2nd grade reading level. mer reading list, that lets you know, in this book the University of the District of Columbia, and When I asked the mother, 'Did you know your there are so many SAT words. Parents can look Southeastern University. Emily Apatov of The child could not read?' She said 'no.' She expect- through this list and when they see a book with Prince George's Post sat down with Dr. ed that whatever needed to be done for the child many valuable words, they'll say, "Aw, that's the Williams to learn more about his experiences as in terms of reading would be done at the school. book I should be getting." a teacher in Prince George's County and his rec- Lets say your child is in the 10th grade and ommendations for parents in the county who you're not sure what level the child is reading on. The Prince George's Post: When should want to help their children excel in reading and Start with 7th grade literature and let the child parents begin to prepare students to take the language arts. read it to you. And if the child can read that, PSATS? that will tell the parent what it is he or she can The Prince George's Post: How should parents read. That tells the parent some information Dr. Williams: Very good question. I think and children cooperate to compile a summer about the child's reading level. If he or she is the first thing that parents should do, and it real- reading list that will be both interesting and ben- reading on the level of a 7th grader, then let the ly goes back to what I said originally, they eficial to the child? child read a book on that level. should let the kid see them read.

Dr. Williams: Well, first of all, I think that the The Prince George's Post: What kinds of book The Prince George’s Post: When did you first parent needs to indicate in some way or another themes are most engaging to young readers? conceive of using readings from the Bible to that he or she is interested in the child reading improve PSAT scores? during the summer. There are too many parents Dr. Williams: The themes that I encourage are Dr. Williams: The Audacity of Hope- that's a in this county who may read the newspaper, may denial, and when I say 'denial,' I'm talking about, big one. He just talks about his dad, about being Dr. Williams: Well, it's a novel idea, to teach a read magazines, but they don't really spend too we have a lot of teenagers now that have a lot of successful. He had the audacity to be successful vocabulary lesson using a book grounded in The much time serving as a role model by reading issues but they go into period of denials. Man's in the face of great odds. He is motivating oth- Word- a guide to mastering standardized test novels. inhumanity to man is always of interest to stu- ers to do the same in a sense, to be audacious and vocabulary and biblical compehension based on The first thing the parent needs to do is dents. They like courage, they like bravery. be hopeful and successful. words from the New King James version of the demonstrate that he or she is a good reading role Now, there is a book that's a nonfiction book Bible. model. The Prince George's Post: Do children get dif- I recommend highly for youngsters who are I used to tell the parents and the child, in One of the things parents could do is ask the ferent benefits from reading fiction versus non- going off to college, The Raisin in Milk your reading, read the Bible. They always teacher, ask the school system, to provide a list fiction, and if so, what are they, and does age Syndrome. And I'm really excited about that looked at me, that man must be out of his of summer reading and then from that they can play a role? book, there's a long story about that book that's mind— SAT words in the bible? make selections. For every great novel that we never been told. Well, I said to myself, lets identify words are interested in our child reading over the sum- Dr. Williams: To be honest with you, we get a lot My son wrote that book. When he was and write this book. mer, the parent can find a description over the of non-fiction reading in middle school, in high graduating from college, I said to him, 'Write an The Lord is good, the Lord gave us an idea, internet. If the child has internet access at school- I would start with it in elementary article about your experience at this predomi- and we moved forward with it. I'm going to be home, sit down and make selections from the school. There's a lot of non-fiction out there for nantly white institution.' He said, 'Really ?' I quite honest with you, I think every county could recommending reading list together. elementary school student. For example, any- said 'Yes.' He brought it to me and I said, 'Write benefit from having this book in the libraries. thing by Martin Luther King. I understand that more, write a book.' And he did. I’d like to see this book recommended by the The Prince George's Post: How can parents now there's some nonfiction out from Barak superintendent- he’s recommended books for assess their child's reading comprehension level Obama. The Prince George's Post: How do you combine administrators, and I'd like to see this book rec- in order to determine what reading materials will the practice of memorizing vocabulary words for ommended for parents. present a challenge and a learning opportunity to The Prince George's Post: What does Obama college entrance exams, and reading the words It really would help kids become lifelong the child? talk about? in context? readers.

IMMUNIZATIONS ARE PART OF SCHOOL REGISTRATION Announcement of Prince George’s County Students will not be permitted to register for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) without up-to-date immunization records. The Prince George’s County Health Department is scheduling appointments during July and the first two weeks of August for free School Board Vacancy immunizations, including follow-up immunizations that are needed to maintain compliance with new State immunization requirements. All students in kindergarten through grade 9 are now required to show proof of Hepatitis B vaccine and Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine. For information and to make an appointment for a free immunization, call the Prince Prince George’s County Executive Jack Johnson is seeking George’s County Health Department at 301-583-3300. Any parent who does not have health candidates to fill the vacated position on the Prince George’s insurance for their child’s other medical needs can call the Healthline at 1-888-561-4049. County Board of Education, Please send a complete resume and cover letter of interest by June 30, 2007.

The successful candidate will be presented for confirmation to the Prince George’s County Council.

Please forward information to:

The Office of the County Executive ATTN: School Board Vacancy 14741 Gov. Oden Bowie Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

All applications must be received by close of business June 30, 2007

A hearing for public comment will be held in early July. Notification of the hearing will be issued to the public at a later date. A4—June 28 - July 4, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post COMMENTARY

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Country’s Addiction to Prison Should be the Focus in Hilton’s Case by Edrea Davis, author of “SnitchCraft,” an urban novel about corruption in the criminal justice system

The world is focused on Paris Hilton’s live in violent, drug-infested neighborhoods. incarceration. The circus even triggered a cam- Instead of questioning why Sheriff Boca paign to remove Los Angeles Sheriff Lee Baca sent the confused hotel heiress home, citizens from office for granting Hilton an early release. should wonder why he, according to the Los Sheriff Baca is not the culprit; the real per- Angeles Times, is the highest-paid local elected petrator is the malfunctioning criminal justice official in the nation. Find out why the state system. Thanks to overzealous prosecutors and built 21 new prisons, and only one new univer- the failed war on drugs, jails and prisons are sity from 1984 to 1996. Or, ask California offi- filled dangerously beyond capacity. Some jails – cials if they think increasing prison expenditures especially in California – are releasing inmates 30% while decreasing higher education spend- after serving only ten percent of their time. ing by 18% from 1987 to 1995 had anything to Minorities and the poor have suffered the do with California ranking the fourth dumbest LETTERS TO THE EDITOR wrath of an unjust system for years. Recently state in Morgan Quitno’s annual state education our prison-addicted society has inconvenienced survey. a few wealthy white American’s like Hilton and The media could evolve beyond stories on the Duke La Crosse players. Their celebrity sta- Hilton’s prison stay and feature some of the tal- Use “Security Freeze” to Protect tus should be used to draw attention to broader ent wasted due to our prison-addicted society. issues like the fact that the Dept. of Justice Take for example, Kemba Smith, the Hampton reported that over 7 million people were on pro- student sentenced to 24 ? years on conspiracy Yourself Against ID Theft bation, in jail or prison, or on parole at yearend charges. Since her pardon in 2000 by President 2005. Clinton, Smith graduated from Virginia Union Rather than complaining about Hilton’s University with plans to attend law school; was by Senator Ulysses Currie release, activists would accomplish more by awarded a Soros Justice Postgraduate On May 4, Governor O’Malley signed into days of the consumer’s request. By 2009, the protesting the biased laws that result in long sen- Fellowship; and is the founder of the Kemba law a bill to give Marylanders a powerful agency must activate a temporary freeze within tences for petty drug criminals and cause such Smith Foundation educating youth about injus- weapon – the security freeze – to protect them- 15 minutes. While the freeze is in place, any overcrowding in prisons that officials are forced tices in the criminal justice system. How many selves against ID theft. information contained in the report cannot be to release inmates early. In 2000 the mean sen- Kemba Smith’s are working for the average .93 Anyone can become a victim if ID theft. released with the consumer’s prior authoriza- tence imposed on federal prisoners for violent cents per hour paid to prisoners? Every year, 10 million Americans become ID tion. felonies was 63.0 months as opposed to 75.6 Americans have become so desensitized to theft victims. In 2005, across the nation, ID It takes only one hacker or one stolen laptop months for drug felonies.* The fact that mur- locking citizens behind bars, many people don’t thieves stole $56.2 billion in goods and fraudu- to expose hundreds of thousands of people to ID ders, child molesters, rapists, and other violent realize how barbaric it is to call for a troubled lent credit. Last year, ID thieves victimized theft. According to the Federal Trade criminals can get less time than non-violent drug young lady to remain in jail instead of receiving 5,000 Marylanders. In fact, Maryland ranks Commission – FTC – in 2005, approximately offenders is alarming and a lot more newsworthy treatment. Perhaps that’s why the US has the 11th in the nation in ID theft. 130 reported commercial security breaches than Hilton’s ordeal. highest incarceration rate in the world and the Highly endorsed by consumer protection exposed more than 55 million people to ID theft. Augmenting the prison population is not the reason Georgia Attorney General Thurbert In 2006, the theft of a Veterans’ Administration only accomplishment the drug war can claim. Baker would fight for Genarlow Wilson to serve “It takes only one hacker employee’s laptop exposed 26.5 million veterans Since the enactment of mandatory minimum his 10-year sentence for having consensual sex to ID theft. In 2007, thieves hacked their way sentencing for drug users, the Federal Bureau of with a 15-year-old girl when he was 17. or one stolen laptop to into computer systems at T.J. Maxx and Prisons budget has increased by 1,954% from Paris Hilton needs counseling; but our crim- expose hundreds of thou- Marshalls to steal 45.7 million credit and debit $220 million in 1986 to more than $4.3 billion in inal justice system needs a transplant. The pub- card numbers. 2001.* That same year, the California’s prison lic needs to wake up from their celebrity- sands of people to ID theft.” Victims of ID theft know well the time-con- expenditure was $4.2 billion, yet residents still induced coma and focus on the real issues. suming, frustrating and costly process of clear- groups, AARP, many businesses and banks, the ing their ID theft debt and their names and law allows people to block access to their con- restoring their credit standing. A study by the The Counseling Corner sumer credit report. The security freeze, Identity Theft Resource Center shows that vic- already law in 35 states, stops ID thieves dead in tims discover ID theft more quickly – 12 to 18 their tracks from using their victims’ credit months in 2000 to 1 to 6 months in 2003. Helping Your Daughter information to open new lines of credit and However, the study shows that it takes longer to obtain credit cards. No business or financial eliminate negative information from credit Develop A Positive Self-Image institution is going to extend credit without reports – from 175 hours in 2000 to 607 hours in by The American Counseling Association being able to examine the applicant’s credit his- 2003. Since January 2001, victims’ out of tory and information. pocket expenses in their efforts to fix and erase Beginning January 2008, Marylanders will the damage done to them by ID thieves totals It’s an unfortunate fact of our society today of these women are being portrayed. be able to place a freeze on their credit report $1.5 billion annually. that we force upon young women images of per- Ask her if this is how she or her friends real- with the three major credit reporting agencies – According to the Maryland Consumer fection that are unrealistic and unhealthy. From ly act, speak or look. Ask her about the messages Equifax, Experian or Transunion. The request Rights Coalition, the security freeze is the one the covers of popular teen magazines to countless being presented and how they make her feel. Are should be made by certified mail or online, if the thing you can do to stop ID thieves in their television ads and music videos, our daughters such feelings fair or realistic? credit agency provides the online option. By tracks. are bombarded with images of pencil-thin yet Discuss the realities of advertising and other 2010, consumers will be able to request a freeze As I see it, it is better to be safe than sorry. voluptuous models whose message is clearly “be media presentations of women. It’s easy for a by phone. The agency must place the freeze I urge everyone to use the security freeze to pro- like me to be successful and accepted.” young girl to accept and admire the images being within five business days. tect their credit information and themselves These constant and unrelenting media presented, while forgetting the make-up artists, In addition, the agency must provide the from ID thieves. images have a subtle, but certain effect on how hair stylists, designers, photographers and other consumer with written confirmation that the girls view themselves, and it’s an effect that’s professionals making such images possible. freeze has been placed, as well as a personal ID Sincerely, being seen at an ever younger age. You find it in You can also take action to help your daugh- number to enable the consumer to temporarily girls who dress to mimic the fashions of female ter better recognize her own worth. Rather than lift or remove the freeze. A temporary lift of music and movie stars. You see it in young complimenting her and other young women on the freeze of removal must b e done within 3 Ulysses Currie women constantly worrying about weight and their looks, compliment them on their interests, appearance, or who lose interest in music, art or creativity, intellect, ideas and accomplishments. sports in order to focus more on their physical Encourage her to continue to develop her inter- appearance and popularity with boys. ests in art, music, sports or other activities, or While it may be impossible to stop the help her develop new interests in areas other than avalanche of unrealistic media images, there are appearance and popularity. Letters the the Editor ways to counter this propaganda within your own Rather than just allowing your daughter to house. Start by simply talking with your daugh- be impressed by the images the media throws at We Value the Opinions of Our Readers. ter about the media images she’s seeing. Watch her, help her gain a realistic perspective. some of the TV shows and music videos she’s Encourage your daughter to see her real value as watching. Read some of the magazines she reads. a person, rather than measuring herself against Send your letter to: Then talk with her about how realistically some unrealistic advertising images. Editor, Prince George’s Post, 15207 Marlboro Pike, Subscribe to The Prince George’s Post Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 Call 301-627-0900 June 28 - July 4, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post —A5 BUSINESS TEDCO Announces Maryland Incubator Award Recipients Prince George’s County Companies Applied Media Analysis, Inc. and TMI Solutions Were Among Incubators Recognized

By ANATH HARTMANN business advice and access to The other P.G. County firm companies that have had good money into a new firm they the com-panies will pique the Contributing Writer start-up capital. named a finalist at the awards growth in the number of think has potential but is by no interest of venture capitalists, Applied Media Analysis, was TMI Solutions, Inc., locat- employees, revenue and the ser- means a safe bet. “The hope,” which have a lot more funds Thanks to College Park earned the title of finalist for its ed at the Technology Assistance vices they deliver." Winsky said, “is that eventually available for investment. company Applied Media cell phone language-translating Center Incubator in Largo, MD. To be considered for an Analysis, Inc., we may soon be software. TMI Solutions is an infor- award, a company must fill out able to use our cell phones to "Our program can convert mation technology manage- an application detailing its translate foreign languages into a camera phone into a ment services firm founded in growth. English. [portable] translating machine," 2001. The number of applicants Applied Media, a software said Huiping Li, one of the co- The awards are sponsored for the awards has remained in technology firm, was one of founders of the two-and-a-half- by The Maryland Department the mid-30s over the last seven two P.G. County tech firms year-old company, which is of Business and Economic years, Winsky said. named finalists in the Seventh located at the Technology Development, the Maryland Though "no one makes Annual Incubator Company of Advancement Program, a Technology Development any money off the awards," the Year Awards. University of Maryland venture Corporation (TEDCO), RSM according to Winsky, the glass, The awards, held June 19 incubator. "Say, for example, McGladrey, Inc. and Saul date-and name-engraved tro- at a reception at Baltimore's you were in Beijing for the Ewing LLP. phies the award-winners Center Club, recognized the 2008 Olympics. If you had this "We look for companies in receive can mean further oppor- accomplishments of area start- software on your camera cell different categories," said tunities for the start-up compa- ups that currently are or were phone, you could take a picture Renee Winsky, executive direc- nies. once part of a Maryland incuba- of a menu at a restaurant and tor of TEDCO. "One of the reasons we do tor. the software would translate the "Any company in a this is to have the companies Incubators are enterprises menu for you." Maryland incubator is eligible get exposure to angel PHOTO COURTESY MGHUS that aid entrepreneurs in the Li said he plans to apply to apply for the awards, and we investors," Winsky said, refer- Adam Sachs, President of Commercial Operations of Laurel- based incubator corporation, Lentigen, Corporation convers- early stages of a business start- for consideration in next year's also have a graduate category. ring to investors willing to put es with David Doermann, President of Applied Media Analysis contest. What we're looking for are relatively small amounts of up, providing office space, at the TEDCO Incubator awards Tuesday, June 19. Konover Construction Cafritz Developers Request Community Renovates University Input to Shape Riverdale Development House at College Park

PHOTO COURTESY PAUL BERK/ PAULBERKPHOTOGRAPHY.COM The University House in College Park, MD. Apartment Renovation to Aid in UMCP Housing Crisis Courtesy SPIN article that ran February 16, 2007 in The Diamondback, the (COLLEGE PARK, MD) university’s independent stu- – Konover Construction dent newspaper, the college is currently facing the worst hous- Corporation, an established PHOTO BY EMILY APATOV/ THE PRINCE GEORGE’S POST ing crisis in the past 20 years, leader in the construction and Prince George’s County Council member Eric Olson (D)- District 3 (left) and Mayor of Riverdale Park, Vernon Archer (right). renovation of higher education, due partially to the university's hospitality and retail facilities, attempts to pull in more trans- is renovating University House fer students, who make up Cafritz Holds Meetings to Determine Character of Project at College Park in Maryland. about 90 percent of the univer- Cafritz from A1 “There is a large concern of the property. delighted to see restaurants Konover Construction began sity’s wait-list for on-campus housing. about pedestrian and bike Cafritz supports this that have good food and are renovations in January 2007 because the property is adja- accessibility,” said Sandra vision and expands on it. “We, locally owned and operated.” and is completing the project University Partners strives to provide high-quality and cent to three such vibrant, var- Eichbaum, a resident of and the community, are inter- Development officials on an accelerated schedule for ied neighborhoods.” University Park and a contrib- ested in a property that is more will take this and other con- student occupancy this August. innovative living solutions for colleges and universities. With The property is currently utor to the Route 1 Growth than just environmentally cerns into consideration while The over $5 million project zoned for single-family resi- blog, which posts information friendly, but that also shares drafting the project’s design will include numerous the same goals in mind, Konover’s renovations to dential housing, but Cafritz on major projects along the community assets – things like principles, to be unveiled at improvements and changes to said that local residents have Route 1 corridor. “The com- a photography darkroom or a additional community forums the 122,000-sq. ft. student University House will provide tenants with modern and updat- overwhelmingly expressed munity wants to encourage painting studio. It’s green scheduled for late July. Cafritz housing building. University interest in a “mixed-use” com- people to walk and bike as a because it makes a sustainable hopes to have a design plan in House, owned by University ed living environments. Freshly remodeled home munity. Traditionally this is way of reducing traffic in the community.” place by September, and Partners of Atlanta, GA, will defined as a melding of resi- area, so having safe ways for Eichbaum also expressed expects the community undergo a complete refurbish- spaces will include fully- equipped designer kitchens dential and commercial space, residents to approach and a desire for “high-quality” involvement to continue ing to its interior, roof and ele- but Cafritz’s team extends the move within the property this businesses – restaurants and through every step of develop- vators. A fitness center, game with black appliances and mul- tiple phone, high-speed Internet definition to provide resources way is crucial.” stores that are unique, rather ment. “We welcome the input room and Internet café with for the community, from things Eichbaum added that local than new branches of the because we value the commu- gourmet coffee bar will also be and cable outlets. Select apartments will also like yoga and dance lessons to residents would like to see a chains that populate many of nity,” Cafritz said. “I’m very incorporated into the newly a place to attend concerts. type of construction that would the nearby communities. impressed with the citizens renovated structure. include patios or balconies. New amenities to the student- These desires are echoed adhere to environmentally “It’s a very diverse area, who have come out to talk to The University House pri- by local residents, who also sound practices. Residents and we would like to see that us, and I hope that they will marily houses students of the housing complex will include bike racks, 24-hour laundry expressed an absolute need for have also expressed interest in diversity reflected in whatever stick with us through the University of Maryland the property to be accessible buffer zones with trees, pre- businesses move in,” said process so that it truly becomes College Park. According to an facilities on every floor, and controlled access entry. on foot. serving the natural landscape Eichbaum. “We would be a joint vision.” A6—June 28 - July 4, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post Out on theT OWN Barbara Martin and Mac Walter to Calendar of Events Headline at the Hard Bargian Farm Thursday, June 28 Three months later From 1 — 6 p.m. at the Hyattsville Municipal Mac was playing in Building, 4310 Gallatin St.. Hyattsville, the American Red Marianne’s band, and Cross will hold a blood drive. Participants should arrive at has not put the guitar the first floor of the building’s Multipurpose Room. All par- down since. Over a 35 ticipants will take home a limited-edition Red Cross shirt year career Mac has that reads ‘‘It’s Hip to Give.” For more information or to studied with guitar schedule an appointment, call 800.448.3543. greats Roy Buchanan, John Knowles and Friday, June 29 Woody Mann. At 1:30 P.M., join community members at Merkle He has performed Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor Center, located at 11704 with Danny Gatton and Fenno Rd. in Upper Marlboro, for a hike through Merkle’s Deanna Bogart, touring scenic areas. Bring your camera to capture the moment, the United States and Europe. Claiming and enter your favorite photo in our contest. influences from Wes Montgomery to Django Saturday, June 30 Reinhardt to Frank Attention, Elvis impersonators living in Prince Zappa, Mac is “a master George’s County! Ever wamted the chance to perform your of the acoustic guitar” act at Graceland in Memphis, TN? If so, come down to the Portfolio Magazine. Prince George’s Stadium, home of the Bowie Baysox, In addition to her between noon and 10 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, to compete regular concerts Martin in The Promised Land Contest where Elvis Tribute Artists offers two educational will perform with a live band. The winner will go on to programs, “From perform at Graceland in August during Elvis Week (August Ragtime to Rock and 11-19). The winner of that contest will go on to represent Roll”, an American Graceland all over the world. musical history program PHOTO COURTESY RARE BIRD MUSIC for elementary school Tuesday, July 3 Jazz musicians Barbara Martin and Mac Walter will perform on July 28th in Accokeek, MD. students, “Jivin’ Jazz Let naturalists inspire you as they sketch their observa- and Blues”, a history of tions of wildflowers, then use their drawings to identify the Courtesy RARE mances are rooted in a experiment. She taken her to festivals blues and jazz from wildflowers in the field. The event will take place at the BIRD MUSIC healthy respect for the moved from the folk and concert venues 1890 to 1930 for middle Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor Center at 11704 traditions of American coffeehouse circuit in throughout the United school students and Fenno Rd. in Upper Marlboro at 1:30 P.M. Bringing a rich music from Josh White her native Iowa to the States and Europe six “Women in Blues”, a stew of earthy blues to Bessie Smith to Billie new wave rock scene in recordings and critical presentation about the Sunday, July 8 peppered with sassy, Holiday. Martin’s sul- Boston, to discovering acclaim from presenters music, life and times of Join the Marietta House Museum’s Family Summer swinging jazz, Barbara try, soulful voice com- her true love, blues and and reviewers alike. American women blues Fun on Sunday, July 8, and Sunday, August 6, 2007 Martin and Mac Walter bined with the bending, jazz, in the hills of Guitarist Mac artists from the 1920’s between 2-5 p.m. For adults and children of all ages. will perform on sliding strings of guitar Virginia. Walter began his musi- through the 50’s for high Enjoy good “old-fashioned” fun featuring 19th century Saturday, July 28, at 8 wizard Mac Walter cap- From her decision cal career at 16 when school and older age hands-on activities, crafts, and homemade ice cream. p.m. at the Hard Bargain tivate audiences. in 1990 to give up her Marianne Price, former- groups. Her children’s Reservations Required. Admission is $3 per person. Farm Concert Series at From the time she job as a social worker ly with Dan Hicks and recording, From Marietta House Museum is located at 5626 Bell Station Hard Bargain Farm, bought her first guitar at and embark on a career the Hot Licks, con- Ragtime to Rock and Road, Glenn Dale, MD off of Route 193 and just north of located at 2001 Bryant the age of 13, Barbara as a full time musician vinced him to give up Roll, received the 2000 Route 450/Annapolis Road. For more information, please Point Rd. in Accokeek, Martin has never been she has never looked the ukulele and try the Parents Choice Silver call 301.464.5291. MD. Their perfor- afraid to explore and back. Her journey has guitar. Honor. COMING SOON Love food? Love history? Join the Accokeek ounda- tion on Saturday, July 21 as costumed interpreters demon- Nancy Drew Should Be Rated G-12 strate preparation of foods, representative of “middling” sort tobacco growing families. 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Warning from A1 engage in vigorous activity during the measures to protect themselves so they can ease, dehydration and medications dimin- hottest time of the day—between noon and have a safe and enjoyable summer. During Question: Why is it not profitable for modern man to ish the ability of the body to compensate 4:00 p.m. When participating in outdoor periods of extreme heat, I would also urge begin the study of the bible in the Old Testament? for increased core temperatures. A person sports and activities, be sure to protect the family members, caregivers and neighbors with Heat Stroke has a body temperature skin by using sunscreen with an SPF of 15 of older individuals to frequently check on Answer: For our answer, we must turn firs, to the New above 104°F. Symptoms may include con- or higher (exposure to sunlight is a major them to make sure their homes are proper- Testament and its instructions for the NEW TESTAMENT fusion, combativeness, bizarre behavior, cause of skin-related health problems). ly ventilated and cooled, and that they have CHURCH OF GOD, IN THE LIVING LORD JESUS faintness, staggering, strong rapid pulse, Wear a hat or use an umbrella for shade. adequate fluids and foods,” said Gloria CHRIST. Ephesians 3:3-12 tells us that the Church of which dry flushed skin, lack of sweating and pos- • If possible, use air conditioners liber- Lawlah, Secretary of the Maryland Jesus the Christ, the Son of God and the Lord of Glory, is the sible delirium or coma. Immediate med- ally or try to visit air-conditioned places Department of Aging. head and the body, is the "original intent" of God, in His rela- ical attention is essential when problems such as senior centers, shopping malls, For further information on hot weather tionship with mankind [Confirmed, 1 Thess 5:9-10;2 Thess first begin. libraries and theatres. health and safety tips for seniors, contact 2:13-14;Gen 12:3,Gal 3:8,Rom 16:25-26;1 Peter 1:10- What can be done to prevent hyper- • Get accustomed to the heat by slow- your local Area Agency on Aging or Joe 12,23;Acts 10:15,15:13-18;17:22-31]. thermia? ly exposing yourself to it briefly at first and Gennusa, Ph.D., Client and Community The Old Testament is merely a means, with no real reali- • Drink plenty of liquids, even if not increasing the time little-by-little. Services, Maryland Department of Aging, ties of truth for the Church, only examples and warnings. The thirsty. Seniors should drink at least eight, • Avoid hot, heavy meals. Do a mini- at 410-767-1090, or toll free; 1-800-243- entire Church family everywhere is in the body of Christ in 8-ounce glasses of water throughout the mum of cooking and use an oven only 3425. union, encapsulated, enclosed, in Christ Jesus, which is being day. Eating a variety of fruits with high when absolutely necessary. Remember to The Maryland Department of Aging, interpreted as "the Kingdom of His [God's] dear Son [the Son water content such as watermelon, pineap- practice safe food handling during the in partnership with local Area Agencies on of His love]." ple, grapes, strawberries, peaches, apples warmer temperatures. Perishable foods Aging, provides leadership and advocacy All of the underlying motivations for God's dealings with and pears will also help to supply needed should never be left out for more than two for older Marylanders and their families mankind were a secret, a mystery, hidden, not fully revealed in body fluids to prevent dehydration. hours to prevent bacterial growth. through information, education, programs the Old Testament era of Bible narrative. • Dress in light-weight, light-colored, “Our goal is to get the word out to and services that promote and enhance But more importantly, salvation for the Gentile nations of loose-fitting clothing. warn older adults of the dangers associated choice, independence and dignity. the world [all non-true Israelites] was not possible in the Old • Avoid the mid-day heat and do not with heat and to encourage them to take Testament era, nor is their authority for them to be saved, apart from Israel. For Jesus came, first and foremost to fulfill God’s promises to Israel, and, secondly, to offer God's mercy to the Gentile nations of the world, whom God had allowed to devel- County Awarded Certificate of op their own religions since they were on their way to hell and an eternal punishment anyway- but, since the New Testament, not anymore [see Rom 15:8,9-13,16,16:25-26;Gal 3:8,14- Achievement for Excellence in Accounting 14;Acts 17:22-23,14:15-17;Eph 2:11-17]. Jesus died for everyone [John 11:52;1 John 2:2;Heb 2:9,9:14-15]. agement,” Johnson said. “Our finance The award was sent to the County's Courtesy OFFICE OF THE COUNTY And today, the New Testament tells us, "If any man be in policies and finance professionals have Finance Director, J. Michael Dougherty, EXECUTIVE Christ, he is a new creature [a god- man of flesh and blood and received the national recognition they on behalf of the Accounting Division. divine spirit, a brand new created being through "regenera- deserve.” “Recognition of our high quality financial (UPPER MARLBORO, MD) – tion," being born again of the Spirit]. In Christ, we have The Certificate of Achievement rec- statement is gratifying as it recognizes the Prince George’s County Executive Jack "CROSSED OVER" from the realm of sin and death, to the ognizes contributions to the practice of long hours and hard work of our staff. I Johnson announced today that the county realm of "the law of the spirit of life" [Rom 8:1-4,9,14;Acts government finance that exemplify out- am extremely proud of the men and received the highest form of recognition 11:14-18], and SERENITY [peace with God] standing financial management. In addi- women of our finance team for their from the Government Finance Officers There are no instructions to the Church in the Old tion, the awards stress practical, docu- expertise,” Dougherty said. Association (GFOA) for the 27th year in a Testament about THE GOSPEL: THE GOOD NEWS of how mented work that promotes improving GFOA is the professional association row. The Certificate of Achievement for God forgives sin, [He killed His Son]; grants eternal life [by public finance systems. of state/provincial and local finance offi- Excellence in Financial Reporting His grace through our faith] and the sin that still separates man When determining award recipients, cers in the United States and Canada, and (CAFR) specifically recognizes the coun- from God [unbelief in Jesus Christ as our personal Savior]. the CAFR is judged on how well it has served the public finance profession ty for its comprehensive annual financial Consequently, all things pertaining to the true Christian demonstrates a constructive full disclosure since 1906. Over 16,000 GFOA members report for fiscal year 2006. Church are NEW. Preachers, pastors and churches who feed that clearly communicates its financial are dedicated to the sound management of “This very important achievement their members a steady diet of Old Testament teachings and story and motivates potential users and government financial resources. shows Prince George’s County residents sermons, are in essence spiritually starving their people. The user groups to read it. that our government has sound fiscal man- Old Testament does not have the power to change the human heart [Gal 3:21]; and, (2) when one preaches from the Old Testament, one has to fabricate his or her own connection Prince George’s County, MD: Where between their Old Testament text and some New Testament truth, which may or may not be the right connection at all. The correct way is New Testament truth supported by Old Turning in Illegal Fireworks is Your Best Testament examples [Mat 12:40;John 3:14-15;Gal 3:8;1 Cor 10:1-11;but see verse 13]. The Bible says that Christians are to "grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Fireworks from A1 facture, possess, store, offer for sale, sell, pyrotechnic professional. Penalties for Jesus Christ," and that's the New Testament Gospel [Rom discharge, use, burn, or explode any fire- violations of the law include a fine of up 1:16-17;1Cor 1:21;Heb 2:3;1 Cor 15:3-5]. Program citizens may turn in illegal fire- works in Prince George's County, to $1,000 and/or six months in jail. works without penalty until July 20, 2007. Maryland, except that an authorized dis- Amnesty Program The Law play may be conducted by a licensed In Prince George 's County, citizens It is illegal for any person to manu- may turn in fireworks without fear of being arrested or fined. Prince George’s County PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY A member of the Fire/EMS National Alliance on Mental PUBLIC Department will come to your home or business, remove your fireworks without FIREWORKS any penalty and present you with an Illness (NAMI) July 2007 DISPLAYS admission pass to Six Flags America. The amnesty program will remain in Family Support Group effect from today until Friday, July 20. Offerings Tuesday July 3 In exchange for turning in illegal con- sumer fireworks, Six Flags America will Trinity Assembly of God City of Greenbelt provide free admission to their theme park Clinton Area Support Group Area Support Group 7800 Good Luck Road Buddy Attick Park in Largo, MD. July 10, 6:30 - 8:30 P.M. July 18, 6:30 - 8:30 P.M. Citizens may take advantage of this Colony South Hotel 6178 Oxon Hill Road, Suite Wednesday July 4 amnesty period by contacting the County's Town of Morningside 7401 Surratts Road 201 BowieBaysox Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 6901 Ames Street Clinton, MD 20735 Oxon Hill, MD 20745 Department Operations Center at Prince George ’s Stadium To register, contact Mary To register, contact James E. 301.583.2200. Saturday July 7 Heath at 301.856.8221 Jones at 301.894.3042 City of Bowie Citizens may also call the same num- BowieBaysox ber to report illegal use of fireworks in New Carrollton Area Support Capitol Heights Area Allen Pond Park Prince George ’s Stadium Prince George 's County. Group Support Group This is the eighth year that the July 16, 10:00 a.m. - Noon July 26, 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 City of College Park City of Laurel Fire/EMS Department has partnered with Hanko Building at Beckett P.M. Laurel Lakes Six Flags America to offer the Amnesty University of Maryland Field The Sanctuary (at Kingdom Program. 8511 Legation Road Square) Fire and EMS officials encourage City of District Heights Jericho City of Praise New Carrolton, MD 20784 9033 Central Avenue citizens and residents to enjoy their Bishop Peebles Drive To register, contact Marge Capitol Heights, MD 20743 District Heights Independence Day Holiday at one of the Owens at 301.345.1572 To register, contact Thelma Municipal Building many public or municipal fireworks dis- Oxon Hill/ Ft. Washington Martin at 301.275.3330 plays.

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Awareness for Water Security Congratulations June Wedding Anniversaries Congratulations to the new student member Best wishes and God’s Blessings on another Kelly, from A2 back to his childhood, when he jury-rigged two- of the Prince George’s County Board of year of love and togetherness to the following: wheeled contraptions that got him – illegally – Education, Haywood Perry III. Perry was elect- access to safe drinking water and improved sani- Mr. and Mrs. Desales Dade, Mr. and Mrs. around the streets of Long Island, New York. ed on May 15, 2007 by the Prince George’s tation and health. Severson Banks, Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. For the Toronto trip, he’s climbing aboard his Regional Association of Student Governments. The group’s goal was to raise $20,000, or $1 Hawkins, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Magruder. trusty steed, Lucy, a 1996 Yamaha Virago 1100cc Perry will begin his term at the beginning of the for every mile they travel. 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He is a Trustee retired from Prince George’s Morningside-Skyline civic and community activist of Hemingway Memorial County Government in 1997, devoted to the protection and A.M.E. Church, former mem- as an administrator in the Morningside, Page A2 Kevin McMonigle and granddaughter of Betty enhancement of the quality of ber of the Prince George’s Department of Environmental and Benny Nagro, graduated from Salisbury life in the County, particularly County Police Chief’s Resources. a couple bottles of water and an American flag. State University with a master’s in social work the Southern Area. She is also Advisory Committee, and has “We are delighted with the Hope to see you there. and is now working for Howard County. She is President of the Indian Head served as a member of the appointment of these two high- I’m not sure if there will be afternoon activ- also the granddaughter of Mary Jo and her late Highway Area Action Council County’s Republican Central ly qualified individuals to the ities in the park after the parade. But there will husband, Col. Joseph McMonigle, formerly of Inc., Vice President of the Committee and President of Planning Board and the be fireworks at dusk. Rain date for the fire- Goodfellow Drive in Skyline. Police District IV Citizens’ both the County and State Commission,” said Chairman works will be July 5. Angela Booth graduated from Huntingtown Advisory Council, and the Black Republican Councils. Samuel J. Parker, Jr. “Their Riley Christened High, in Calvert County, and will attend Chair of the Dictionary Mr. Vaughns is widely recog- strong history of commitment Our newest great-grandchild, Riley Robert Concord University in West Virginia. Initiative for all 3rd graders in nized for his work as Past to, and involvement in, the McHale, was baptized at St. Philip’s on June 23 Eventually she expect to go into law. She is the the County. Ms. Cavitt earned President of the Prince community will be an invalu- by Father Arnold DePorter. Godparents are daughter of Jill and Wayne Booth. and grand- her bachelor’s degree from George’s County Branch of the able asset in their new posi- Riley’s uncle and aunt, Conor and Heather daughter of the late Morningside Councilman Creighton College. National Association for the tions, as will the high degree of McHale, who helped celebrate the occasion with William Gilmartin and his wife Alice. Mr. Vaughns was first Advancement of Colored integrity and fairness they will a crab feast later in their backyard on Woodyard Kindergarten teacher Eileen Gralewski was appointed to the Planning People (NAACP), where he bring to their decision-making Road. named Teacher of the Year at St. Philip’s School. Board and M-NCPPC in 2003. directed the Association in suc- responsibilities as The proud parents are David and Nina Ride for Life His civic affiliations include cessful lawsuits for desegrega- Commissioners.” McHale, of Centennial, Colo. They flew here the Palmer Park Citizens from Colorado with their three children, Jack, 4; The Potomac Valley Dressage Association's Molly, 2; and the newly-christened Riley who Ride for Life will be held at the Prince George's was born March 16. Equestrian Center in Upper Marlboro on BrainstormUSA Continues Disney puppeteers marry Saturday, June 30, and Sunday, July 1, to benefit Christie Rees, formerly of Skyline, and the Johns Hopkins Breast Center. Members of Christopher Cox were married May 10th in the association put on the Ride for Life, along Negril, Jamaica. They are puppeteers at with a team of breast cancer survivors organized to Support Education in Disneyworld and live in Davenport, FL. through the Johns Hopkins Breast Center. Christie is the daughter of Anna and John Doors open at 4 pm for the Dancing Horse Rees, my former Skyline Drive neighbors. Challenge on Saturday. The pre-show starts at Prince George’s County Anna emailed that 14 of them stayed at Moon 6:15 pm. Seating is first come, first serve. A Dance Villas in Jamaica. They had their own $10 donation at the door is requested. Kids program was implemented at county: Lewisdale, Indian project. The student is asked five-bedroom villa with their own chef, bar- under 12 are free. the school with the approval of Queen, Hyattsville, Beacon to describe a personal goal, and tender and housekeeper—right there on the Milestones Principal Sandra Jimenez, and Heights, Fort Foote Elementary how he or she hopes to achieve beach. Happy birthday to Juanita Eppard, Erica R. overseen by a team of faculty Schools and the list continues. it. Any medium can be used - Christie is the granddaughter of Peg Snyder, Webb, EvaMarie Anthony, June 28 and our led by Susan Toerge, the In addition to the Shante'l prose, poetry, photography, my longtime neighbor, formerly with Navy granddaughter Leah Katherine Mudd, June 28; English as a Second Language winning a $5,000 scholarship, collage or painting - depending Oceanographic. Peg has suffered fractures of Faith “Dycki” Brown and Alexis Schuler, June Teacher and her team. Toerge’s Langley Park-McCormick on the interest of the child. In both hips in recent years and is too fragile to live 29; Karen (Beardmore) Ellis, June 30; Ruth team hosted a preliminary con- Elementary and Mrs. Linda addition, along with the student alone. So she is at an assisted-living home in LaBelle and Jordan Foster, July 1; Sharon test, judging student entries Hutchinson, will both receive a entry, parents are asked to Tennessee, near her daughter Midge. Simms, Matthew Clark and Megan Frostbutter, prior to students projects being CSI multi-media computer and describe how they will support According to Anna Rees, Peg is still pretty July 2; Sarah Booth and Jack Hay II, July 3; and entered into the national con- a variety of educational soft- their child's efforts to realize active, she “bustles around there and stays in Grace Carruth, on Independence Day. test. ware—that’s 2 computers and his/her dreams. The intent is everybody’s business, so we know she is con- Happy anniversary to Jack and Kimberly Shante'l is the third schol- 80 educational software titles to increase communication in tent! She turns 87 this September and looks like Hay, their 21st on June 28;Dave and Kathleen arship winner in Prince awarded to the school and fac- the family, as well as the par- she’s not about to slow down.” Giroux, their 44th on June 29; and John and George’s County Public ulty. ents’ commitment to helping Applause Dawn Anthony, July 3. Schools in the nine years the “The Dare to Dream - their children achieve their Erica McMonigle, daughter of Brenda and Happy Fourth of July to all my readers. program has been offered in the Expect to Succeed” program is goals. county. The others came from designed to show children the BrainstormUSA devel- Pointer Ridge Elementary in value of setting goals, sharing oped the Dare to Dream – Bowie. Elissa Weir and her their hopes and having the self- Expect to Succeed program as brother, Ryan Weir were the confidence to communicate a way to encourage students to first two scholarship winners in their vision,” said Joe describe and pursue their Prince George's County earlier Galluccio, President and CEO dreams. Every quarter this year. There have been of BrainstormUSA. BrainstormUSA awards schol- fifty plus other students in the The competition is open to arships, computers and educa- county who have won comput- students across the nation, from tional software to winning stu- Subscribe to ers and/or educational software kindergarten to high school. dents and teachers. in the past. These students Entries are judged based on the have been from all over the child's age and the merits of the The Prince George’s Post Local Association Awards (301) 627 - 0900 Scholarships Generously BEST WESTERN BMOGWD from A1 Center and The White House. American Conservatory POTOMAC VIEW and in good standing. The Mr. Beaty’s many awards Theatre (ACT). His brother scholarship awards are given include the 2007 Obie Award overcame his addiction and directly to the scholarship for Outstanding Writing and father was released from SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL recipients during their annual Performance. During his prison. Both have been able to ITALIAN BUFFET luncheon. This luncheon hon- keynote speech he was able to see him perform. 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM ors Reginal T. Cureton, one of relate his personal struggles We in the Washington area with the audience by interject- will be blessed to see his play the founding members of the Romaine and Mascilin Salad ing scenes from his one-man again this year. Following sold 100 BMOGW. As is customary Penne Pasta w/ Fresh Basil Pesto Sauce & Topped with Grilled Chicken Strips play, Emergence-SEE!. His out performances and standing with events of this nature, there Fresh Baked Egg Plant Parmesan struggle was all too familiar in ovations during a run in were words of wisdom shared Home Made Vegetable Lasagna Black America-- a father in February 2007, Mr. Beaty was throughout the program. The Ravioli with Seafood in a Marinara Sauce prison, a drug addicted brother asked to return with his electri- keynote speaker, however, Spaghetti & Italian Sausage w/ Sweet Bell Peppers, Mushrooms and Tomato Sauce and mother who had to work fying one-man play, exceeded everyone’s expecta- Breadsticks tions by relating to the entire long hours to help them sur- Emergence-SEE!. 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