WWW.TRIANGLE TRIBUNE.COM The Triangle Federal lawsuits over N. Carolina photo ID mandate stay alive RIBUNE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS TTHE TRIANGLE’S CHOICE FOR THE BLACK VOICE WINSTON-SALEM – A federal judge refused to dismiss portions of law- suits challenging North Carolina's upcoming voter identification require- ment and told lawyers to prepare for a trial early next year. VOLUME 17 NO. 32 WEEK OF NOVEMBER 1, 2015 $1.00 U.S. District Court Judge Thomas Schroeder denied the motion from at- torneys for the state during a court hearing in Winston-Salem. The state had said the voter ID claims filed in 2013 by civil rights groups, voters and Can Virginia State the U.S. Justice Department are moot because the legislature last summer eased the photo identification requirement that begins in 2016. repeat as CIAA The plaintiffs argued the modified voter ID mandate still threatens to burden black and Hispanic voters who are less likely than others to have champs? Or will qualifying IDs, and that the 2013 law hasn't been fully repealed. They say the amended law still violates the U.S. Constitution and Voting Rights Act. Shaw take its crown Photo ID is supposed to begin with the March 15 primary. back? Read our The 2013 law approved by the Republican-controlled General Assem- bly says people who want to vote in person must show one of six qualify- women’s preview. ing forms of photo identification. But amendments approved by lawmakers and signed by Gov. Pat McCrory in June allow people with a

Please seeFEDERAL/2A Veteran Girls suicide who codeBy Quentin Atkinson prevention ThHE DURHAM VOICE DURHAM – The Girls Who Code meeting didn’t start key to with a screen saturated with lines of code, a discussion of Python or a lesson scrawled getting help on a white board. It began By Latisha Catchatoorian with a story. [email protected] “I had a student in my class DURHAM – There were 222 suicides in who was discriminating Durham County from 2004-13. against another student,” said According to data from the North Car- Dr. Alisha Malloy, N.C. Central olina Injury and Violence Prevention professor of computer infor- branch, suicides accounted for 41 per- mation systems and the main cent of the total death toll during this teacher of the Girls Who Code time period. The suicide ratio is three organization in Durham. “One times higher in males than females in student said to another, ‘You Durham County, and suicide victims probably don’t speak English were more likely to be white than black. anyway.’” “There’s three components to a com- Malloy recounted how other pleted suicide,” said Gary Cunha, suicide students got involved in the PHOTO/LATISHA CATCHATOORIAN prevention coordinator with Veterans Af- situation and spoke up for the fairs. “Whatever that (person’s) problem A packed house listens to Durham’s plan for affordable housing. student being discriminated is, it’s deeply personal; only the person against. “Sometimes you can who is contemplating suicide truly under- feel like you’re in a difficult stands the scope and magnitude of that situation,” Malloy told the 12 problem. It’s pervasive (and), it affects girls. “But go ahead and speak every aspect of (their) life. There’s noth- up.” ing you can’t do that this problem does- Girls Who Code is an inten- n’t interfere with. The third thing is, it is Equal opportunity sive yearlong class where girls permanent and it’s not going away. This The push for affordable housing continues in sixth through 12 grade get is a deadly cocktail.” housing in transit-served dis- possibility to live in down- to learn the basics of a coding By Latisha town of our great city. (Our Veterans are 50 percent more likely to Catchatoorian tricts to households with in- language called Python. But it commit suicide than those who are not comes below 60 percent of point) is to put light on the [email protected] is more than just a space for serving in the military. As of 2013, North the average monthly income. serious need we have for af- learning technical skills. It is Carolina has over 736,000 veteran resi- DURHAM – Over 450 peo- The Rev. Mike Broadway, fordable housing in also a place where the girls dents, with most of them populating the ple packed Duke Memorial associate minister at Mount Durham.” can foster a sense of commu- largest urban areas in the state: Charlotte, United Methodist Church in Level Missionary Baptist Davis said they are advo- nity. Greensboro-Winston Salem and Raleigh- downtown Durham Monday Church, said CAN helped de- cating for workforce housing, The Girls Who Code Durham. With so many in the area, this evening. cision makers craft this goal, which is housing needed by Durham chapter is an exten- epidemic hits close to home. It wasn’t for a church serv- and now it’s time for it be- at least 35 percent of Durham sion of a national nonprofit “When you think that they (veterans) ice but for a Durham CAN come a reality. Over a third of residents. CAN believes the organization dedicated to are making up 20 percent of the people (Congregations, Association, renters and over a fourth of use of publicly owned land is equipping girls with comput- who commit suicide every day, there’s and Neighborhoods) gather- homeowners in Durham pay the fastest, most economical, ing skills and helping to close something not right with that,” Cunha ing. The nonpartisan network over 30 percent of their in- and most efficient way to get the gender gap in technology. of grassroots institutions has come on housing expenses. ahead of the affordable hous- In 1984, 37 percent of com- Please see VETERAN/2A been organizing to bring “We’re talking about afford- ing crisis in the city, and puter science graduates were more affordable housing op- able housing to bus drivers, areas such as a parcel of land women, but today that num- tions to the downtown area. bank tellers, police officers, near the Durham Station and ber is just 18 percent, accord- Elected officials and city can- firefighters, teachers and another one directly in front ing to the Girls Who Code didates were also in atten- nurses,” said the Rev. Herbert of the Durham Housing Au- website. Only .4 percent of dance to hear proposals and Davis, pastor of Nehemiah thority are prime spots. high school girls express an Obama: state their support/opposi- Christian Center and a CAN Earlier this year, the city re- interest in majoring in com- tion for proposed goals. member. “These are people jected CAN’s proposal of puter science, the study CAN has been working to that currently find them- rushing the process to apply shows. get at least 15 percent of selves excluded from the The national organization Black Lives Please see EQUAL/2A hopes to reach 1 million girls by 2020, and since beginning in 2012, has served over Matter 3,860 girls in 29 states. Although women’s repre- sentation in the workforce has increased since 1970, their movement is representation in the comput- Heritage Calendar honors ing workforce has been de- clining since 1990. For Malloy, the club is both an opportu- legitimate nity to close that gender gap, By Courtney Dixon educational stridemakers and a space for the girls to HU NEWS SERVICE By Latisha Catchatoorian that their cultivate leadership skills and stories are WASHINGTON – The Black Lives Matter [email protected] build community. movement, which many have embraced RALEIGH – “Mr. February” is a told and She was a student at the U.S. and others have vilified, received an en- leader of desegregation efforts preserved Naval Academy in computer dorsement from the nation’s highest law in the state’s public schools, to educate science but switched into en- enforcement officer, President Barack while “Mrs. April” is the third and in- gineering. Obama, during a special White House ses- black female astronaut to fly spire fu- Her eventual switch to com- sion last week on reforming the nation’s into space. t u r e puter information systems criminal justice system. The unveiling of the 2016 edi- g e n e r a - came from her experience in Speaking to law enforcement officials, tion of the Heritage Calendar: tions.” engineering. including 50 of the nation’s top police Celebrating the North Carolina The cal- The engineers that Malloy chiefs, Obama said the movement is ad- African-American Experience endar rep- interacted with didn’t under- dressing an important issue – deaths of was held last Wednesday at the r e s e n t s stand business or the user ex- unarmed black men and women at the Governor’s Mansion. The annual t h o s e perience, she said. Their hands of law enforcement – and is not calendar celebrates and honors f r o m philosophy was “build it and racist or exclusionary, as its critics have those from across the state who fields wide they will come.” have made lasting impacts in and var- claimed. PHOTO/LATISHA CATCHATOORIAN “I saw the disconnect be- “I think the reason that the organizers North Carolina’s black commu- ied: educa- tween what we built and how used the phrase ‘Black Lives Matter’ was nity. tion, law, The Heritage Calendar honorees. people actually used it,” she not because they said they were suggest- “Many extraordinary people p h i l a n - said. ing nobody else’s lives matter,” Obama from all walks of life have built t h r o p y , people should know the heroes As a professor, Malloy saw said. “Rather, what they were suggesting and shaped the state we enjoy athletics and literature. The N.C. and heroines of the past. We be- another disconnect between was there is a specific problem that is today,” AT&T North Carolina Department of Public Instruction lieve that our young people, her female students and com- happening in the African-American com- President Venessa Harrison said developed lesson plans based when they learn about heritage, puter science. “I’m amazed munity that’s not happening in other in a release. “The Heritage Cal- on the life of each honoree that about perseverance, about the how few women like to do the communities. And that is a legitimate endar enables us to gratefully will be available online as re- trials and tribulations of those in tech stuff,” she said. “But I issue that we’ve got to address.” recognize the impact which this sources for instructors across the past, (that) it gives them in- can’t complain at the college year’s honorees have had on so the state. spiration to be another genera- “We believe that our young Please see OBAMA/3A many lives, while also assuring Please see HERITAGE/3A Please see GIRLS/3A

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EqualContinued from page 1A opportunityfect.” ing and supporting the devel- for a Low Income Housing Tax Strauman noted that stable opment of affordable hous- Credit by December for these households produce more ing. I was supportive even parcels of land. However, it productive citizens, and chil- before I became mayor,” he moved away from the idea of dren who live in stable house- said. “The city had not been selling the land to the highest holds perform better in involved in providing mixed- bidder as a result of public school. income affordable housing on concern. Veteran Larry Lee has con- the large scale that it now has CAN outlined data regard- tinuously struggled with before I became mayor.” ing changes in housing sales homelessness and said it’s Incumbent City Councilman prices (per square foot) in cen- hard to find landlords in Steve Schewel said the tral Durham. Prices in the Durham who take Section 8 Durham Housing Authority is Cleveland-Holloway area have housing vouchers. He said paramount and whatever the skyrocketed by 490 percent with rents so high, “you’re set city does with affordable since 2005, while Old North up for failure.” housing, it doesn’t matter if it Durham’s have increased by CAN laid out questions to doesn’t get behind the DHA. 110 percent. the mayor and city council Candidate Jillian Johnson HTTP://STATIC2.POLITICO.COM/ said she’s excited about mov- Jancy Strauman, a CAN candidates, including: if they Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder announced the lawsuit at Justice Department would meet to discuss the ing forward with these goals member with First Presbyte- headquarters, flanked by the three U.S. attorneys from North Carolina. rian Church, said the organi- agenda further; if elected, and plans, and we need to zation researched public would they be willing to sup- make sure displacement and records and found that the port the use of the Durham racial profiling and economic city put in $60.4 million for Station lot on Jackson Street development are all ad- five public projects (such as to be primarily (at least 80 dressed in the process. the renovation of the Center percent) used for affordable Added Davis: “In a strong, Federal lawsuits over North City building) in the past two housing through a Low In- vibrant democracy, elected years. A person would have to come Tax Credit; if they leaders and candidates for of- make $96,000 a year to afford would be willing to support fice should base their priori- ties on the agenda of their Carolina photo identification a two-bedroom apartment in additional city-owned proper- the Center City building, ties for the preservation and constituents. We applaud our which is double the median building of affordable hous- elected leaders for their in- income. ing for Durham families, and vestment and result in the de- mandateContinued from page 1A stayand we look alive forward to argu- precinct voting restrictions “Taking into account the would they encourage partic- velopment of downtown "reasonable impediment" to ing these and other points were implemented in 2014. money that is being put into ipation in a city affordable Durham. Like the mayor, we obtaining ID to have their bal- during trial next year." A separate lawsuit in state these buildings, I think it’s housing fund. believe downtown should lots count if they fill out a Through a spokeswoman, court challenges the voter ID safe to say these units (can be) All candidates agreed to support a diversity of income. form and present other iden- the state Department of Jus- requirement, based on al- considered subsidized public these terms. However, Mayor We do not like the warehous- tification and personal infor- tice declined comment. leged violations of the North housing – really nice subsi- Bill Bell had some specifics he ing of wealthy people down- mation. The judge hasn't yet ruled Carolina Constitution. A Supe- dized public housing,” she wanted noted. town. To us, affordable Schroeder indicated a Janu- after a trial wrapped up in late rior Court judge last month said. “We might want to also “For the record, I’ve been a housing is a good way to in- ary trial was likely and di- July on portions of the law- declined a state motion to consider that affordable hous- consistent advocate for the crease this real diversity.” rected the two sides to agree suits that challenge other pro- toss out the lawsuit based on ing can have a trickle up ef- city to be involved in provid- upon a pretrial schedule in 10 visions in the 2013 law. Those the argument that earlier days. The plaintiffs also were included a reduction in the problems cited by those who permitted to amend their number of early-voting days sued no longer exist. complaint to reflect the up- from 17 to 10, the elimination Judge Michael Morgan also dated law. of same-day registration dur- put on hold the legal proceed- "Even with the much touted ing the early-voting period ings in that case until after the Veteran suicide prevention amendments to the law, vot- and a ban on counting of Elec- primary. The attorneys who ers of color will continue to be tion Day ballots cast in the sued said the delay would disproportionately bur- wrong precinct. Schroeder did strike the right balance to see dened," plaintiffs' attorney not say when he would re- how state election officials keyContinued fromto page getting 1A ment does work.”needed tion-III/operation-save-va-sui- help Daniel Donovan said in a re- lease his ruling on that por- would carry out the voter ID said. “We’re trying to figure For more information, visit: cide-prevention-gatekeeper- lease. "Elections should be tion of the case. mandate with the "reasonable out what that something is.” http://www.sprc.org/bpr/sec training. free, fair and accessible to all, The early-voting and out-of- impediment" standard. Cunha said he’s encoun- tered many people who “in- tended to die” and made actual suicide attempts, but survived. He relayed the story of media sensation Kevin Hines who jumped off the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge but lived to tell the tale. Hines has been recorded as saying that if he had passed just one person on the way to the bridge that had taken the time to smile at him, he might have changed his mind about jumping. While in the Marine Corps, Cunha said there were in- stances in which servicemen would alert their senior drill instructor that another mem- ber was thinking of killing himself, and the instructor would say “go for it” and then subsequently shame and blame the person in front of the squad. “I can’t help but wonder what that does to the soul, when someone who feels like they are a burden to their family or a burden to society or a burden to the community (and) that no one loves and cares for them, or that no one understands… it must be tremendous (to finally have someone who listens),” he said. One of Cunha’s duties as a prevention coordinator is to help people develop safety plans. He said it includes rec- ognizing that all is not well for the individual, and something is mentally going on. He said people in these mental states “really don’t care how much you under- stand until they understand how much you care.” “Things do get better with time; it will get better,” Cunha said. One of the training tools the Suicide Prevention Resource Center uses is Operation S.A.V.E. The program is a one- to two-hour gatekeeper training 10,000 13 million program provided by VA sui- cide prevention coordinators to veterans and those who serve veterans. It consists of a brief overview of suicide in the veteran population, ex- plains suicide myths and mis- information and the risk factors for suicide, and uses the S.A.V.E. model (signs of suicide, asking about suicide, validating feelings, and en- couraging help and expedit- ing treatment.) “Love thy neighbor as thy- self. Give a darn. Smile at each other,” Cunha said. “Treat-

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GirlsContinued from pagewho 1A t ecode c h are cool level if I’m not willing to step b u s i - Heritage Calendar nesses in down.” Malloy said most girls lose the area interest in math and science to talk to in their middle school years, the girls, honors educational which is why it’s vital to get showing them resources before they t h e m are driven away. She said one how the of the main problems she technical Continued from page 1A said. “If by seeing me they feel like sees in getting girls interested s k i l l s stridemakers they can do something, I feel they will tion of givers to North Car- Dudley Flood, who said in computer science is that olina,” state Superintendent teaching isn’t a profession but like I’ve accomplished some- they can’t see how it will help learn can QUENTIN ATKINSON of Public Schools June Atkin- a calling, represented Febru- thing.” them have an impact on their be used son said. “Public education is ary. Flood began his career as Jana Jones Halls was still communities. in the real With Dr. Alisha Malloy looking on, students in the at the core of our democracy.” a teacher and later as a princi- reeling in disbelief by the end “Coding makes an impact,” world. Girls Who Code program troubleshoot their As in previous years, atten- pal before being hired in 1969 of the evening’s festivities. Malloy said. “And it’s not just For the code. Left to right: Madison Wheaton, Dakota dees were feted with hors Halls, who is featured in next sev- by the Department of Public for boys.” Oats and Taylor Ashley d’oeuvres and drinks in the Instruction to lead school de- March, has worked with spe- In order to help the girls e r a l grand entryway and living segregation efforts. cial needs students and par- bridge their technical skills months, showing them how to prob- spaces on the first floor. Gov. “It’s very flattering that ticipated in two mission trips with their desire to help their Malloy said she and the girls lem solve. Pat McCrory made a short ap- someone would think that to Kenya, where her life was communities, Malloy said will learn not only coding “The object is not to be per- pearance. what I did was worth being changed. there is a project at the end of skills, but leadership skills fect,” she told those girls who “This is the best of North honored. I just thought it was “That really transformed the course where the girls will and problem solving skills. were frustrated at not being Carolina right here,” he said. the right thing to do, and was my life,” she said in the calen- pitch community service While the girls were sitting at able to get the code working “I’m seeing people that I have so happy and pleased to be dar. “I was actively pursuing ideas using the skills they their computers learning the the first time. “It’s to learn looked up to as mentors my able to serve my state that the possibility of moving to learned. Malloy also has in- basics of Python, Malloy used how to learn.” entire life. Just to be able to way,” he said. Kenya to teach when I real- vited female speakers from code debugging as a way of shake LeRoy Walker’s (Jr.) Joan Higginbotham, who is ized the things my heart was hand…” featured in April, had an inter- connecting to in Kenya were Walker Jr. accepted the est in engineering at an early (also) here (in the states).” award on behalf of his de- age and ultimately went on to Halls now works as the ex- THE TOWN OF MORRISVILLE WILL HOLD A PUBLIC ceased father who is featured accept a job at NASA. She ecutive director of Wilming- MEETING FOR THE PROPOSED EXTENSION OF MCCRIMMON for the month of December. launched into space in De- ton’s Blue Ribbon PARKWAY FROM AIRPORT BOULEVARD TO AVIATION Walker carried the Olympic cember 2006 on the shuttle Commission on the Preven- flame through Durham in Discovery. tion of Youth Violence. PARKWAY IN MORRISVILLE, WAKE COUNTY 3 1996 and was the first black “I do not feel like I am a trail- “This is just an incredible coach of an American blazer. There are people who honor to be among these Olympic team in 1974. He came before me on whose amazing people who have TIP Project No. U-5828 later served for three years as shoulders I stand on, but it’s done so much in history,” she N.C. Central’s chancellor. really important (for the mi- said. “I’m inspired to do even “I happen to attend a lot of nority community) because if more now. I’m incredibly The Town of Morrisville in partnership with the N.C. Department of functions that honor my dad kids do not see someone who humbled by this.” Transportation will hold a public meeting for the above-mentioned highway because he spent so much looks like them that do those For more information, visit: project on November 9 from 5-8 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers of time in community-related ac- (STEM) type of things, some- http://www.ncheritagecalen- tivities. It’s always a privilege times they don’t realize that dar.com. Morrisville Town Hall, 100 Town Hall Drive in Morrisville. to stand in for him,” Walker Jr. they can do them,” she said. The purpose of the project is to improve connectivity across Morrisville and decrease congestion on existing nearby roads. The proposed project will extend McCrimmon Parkway from Airport Boulevard to Aviation Parkway as a 4-lane median divided curb and gutter parkway with bike lanes and sidewalks. The project is about 1.4 miles in length. Current designs of the proposed alternative will be presented at the meeting. No relocation of homes or businesses are anticipated for this project.

Interested individuals may attend this meeting any time during the above hours. Project team members will display maps and be available to answer questions and receive comments. Written comments can be submitted at the meeting or later by December 11. Comments and information received will be taken into consideration as work on the project develops. Please note that there will not be a formal presentation.

For additional information, contact Blake Mills, Town of Morrisville by phone (919) 463-7071 or via email: [email protected].

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MatterContinued from page 1A movement“and so we just have to make Walsh legit said the federal gov- The Black Lives Matter sure that all of us own it.” ernment has moved away movement began shortly The United States has the from mandatory minimum after the 2013 acquittal of vol- highest prison population in sentencing. unteer security guard George the world, including China, “Since 2013, when the Zimmerman in the shooting which has a population more Smart on Crime policy was an- death of unarmed black teen than 10 times larger than the nounced by then-Attorney Trayvon Martin, and has U.S. To address this, Obama General (Eric) Holder, federal grown continuously with the said reform should include prosecutors have been in- police-related deaths of nu- fair application of law, pro- structed not to use manda- merous unarmed black men portionality in the sentencing tory minimums, except in across the nation. of crime, and programs fo- cases that really merit their at- Obama said one of the is- cused on rehabilitation and tention,” he said. “In other sues that needs to be ad- crime prevention. words, aggravated felons, dressed is the “We know we’re spending leaders of drug organizations disproportionate imprison- $80 billion a year incarcerat- (and) violent people. And ment of African-Americans ing folks,” he said. “If, in fact, what’s that’s meant is that our and Latinos. They represent we had smarter sentencing, use of mandatory minimums 60 percent of the prison pop- we thought about how we’re has probably dropped by ulation although they only dealing with drug offenses about 25 percent in that represent 13 and 17 percent more intelligently; we are time.” of the population, respec- working on evidence-based The president insisted that tively, according to white- approaches to rehabilitation data would be necessary to house.gov. and reducing recidivism.” counteract the current trends In Washington, African- Other panelists included in criminal justice. Americans represent over 90 John Walsh, United States at- “Collecting data, I think, is percent of the prison popula- torney for the Colorado Dis- something that’s going to be tion, although they only ac- trict; Los Angeles Police very important in guiding us count for 49 percent of the Department Chief Charlie forward,” he said. “We don’t city’s population. Beck; and moderator Bill really do a good job right now “The problem of racial jus- Keller, editor and chief of The in collecting national data on tice or injustice in the society Marshall Project, a news or- a real-time basis, but we now has been a running theme in ganization that focuses on the have the tools and the tech- this country’s history for a nation’s criminal justice sys- nology to do it better.” very long time,” Obama said, tem.

GET SOCIAL WITH US Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/tritribune The Triangle Tribune 4A OPINIONS/ Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015 Closing of rural hospitals hurt the poor The closure of Franklin state budgets. Without access for rural communities in transportation costs to Medical Center, the only hos- Medicaid funding, health and our aging family mem- reach any facility where they pital in Franklin County, is care providers like hospitals, bers, Medicaid is critically can get any care. just the latest reminder that nursing homes, managed important, and the closure of In our state, we have no when it comes to women and care plans, group homes and hospitals like Franklin shifts law providing for paid family working families priorities, home care providers cannot even greater burdens onto leave or earned sick days for 115 Market Street, Suite 360-G our colleagues at the General create jobs and cannot sup- families who are already fac- workers. That limitation will be even a bigger problem for Durham, NC 27701 Assembly are standing in the port the ancillary industries ing huge economic chal- way. that exist to facilitate health lenges. women who can’t afford to Franklin is the fourth rural care. No one will feel this shift- take a full day off from work to drive to a different county Gerald O. Johnson hospital to shut its doors Not only do North ing burden more than North since the General Assembly Carolinians lose health care Carolina’s women, who typi- to get health care or to take PUBLISHER has declined increased feder- and suffer personally cally navigate the health caretheir family members to get al funding for Medicaid that because of a lack of Medicaid system not just for them- treatment. Bonitta Best would not only finally pro- funding, but the entire com- selves but for their entire This year’s legislative ses- MANAGING EDITOR vide health care to over munities face losses in terms families. Tens of thousands sion just came to a close and 300,000 uninsured adults of jobs, economic activity of women continue to go during that time, we heard who would qualify for cover- and increased expenses to without health care because very little that reflected the age, but would also help keep access health care because of Governor Pat McCrory and priorities like health care rural hospitals, major the shortfall. Medicaid is many of our General that North Carolina families employers and providers of especially valuable because Assembly colleagues refuse care most about. Instead, leg- health care for small commu- it is one of the few programs to take action on Medicaid islators spent time debating Will you leave nities afloat in today’s tough that draws federal matching expansion. Now those who partisan issues like taking economic times. dollars so that we can live in rural counties where over the Greensboro City The role of Medicaid in increase spending on health hospitals are shutting down Council by introducing state economies, particularly care and stimulate the local have even less access to evenSenate Bill 36. family bills in rural communities, has economy without draining emergency care for them- North Carolina lawmakers been well documented across our state resources. selves or their families. have an opportunity in the the states. Medicaid is a For those who are con- These women will have to coming months to address major component of most constituents’ real issues like orWhen youbenefits? die, what will you leave behind: bills or cerned about health care travel farther and pay more increasing wages, increasing benefits? That's the main question posed by the access to health care and upcoming documentary film by Ric Mathis, Atlanta providing working families videographer and filmmaker. The question is appli- with the tools for greater cable on a personal and collective level; one each of economic security. Before us should honestly answer. Mathis has captured another hospital closes, leav- the essence of that question, as well as the practi- ing thousands more North cal solutions to the frivolous black spending phe- Carolinians without health nomenon, in his upcoming film, "Black Friday: care, we must demand that What Legacy Will You Leave?" He transposed all the state lawmakers stand with Black Friday rhetoric into appropriate action, not women and families to pro- only for that day but throughout the entire year tect health care for our com- and for the rest of life. munities by expanding Topics of discussion in the film include negative Medicaid so that hundreds of spending habits, introduction of financial literacy thousands of North to our youth, and the absence of support for black- Carolinians can get the serv- owned businesses by black consumers. "Black ices they need. Friday is the Noah's Ark of economics. If you are Legislators who don’t not up on this, you risk drowning in a sea of debt," share our priorities must get Mathis said. out of the way and make After discovering the alarming imbalance of black room for progress on the spending and economic growth issues that their constituents within the black community, care most about. Mathis used his videography Rep. Jean Farmer- expertise to educate and stimulate Butterfield, District 24 appropriate behavioral change with Rep. Bobbie Richardson, D-7 his film. He lays out the deficit- Sen. Angela R. Bryant, based economic model by which Distrit 4 most of our people are living, and then presents an asset-based model JAMES for which we must strive. LINGMAN As I stated on Montoya Smith's C radio show, "Mental Dialogue,” con- sidering the fact that Black Friday Urban parents optimistic about schooling has saturated our mental tablets to the point of By Chris Stewart cent saying they wanted I saw how the teachers and the parental responsibility and becoming just another cute phrase with no sub- tests to identify areas administrators took the time to accountability, it seems that stance, writing and even doing a film on the subject The results of a new where their child needs get to know me and my kids. many black parents remain is tantamount to trying to find a new angle to sell a Education Post poll illustrate extra help as compared to They developed meaningful somewhat weary regarding bag of ice. varying perspectives on sec- 54 percent of parents relationships with my children their options for quality edu- Having written about Black Friday for a decade or ondary education in America nationally sharing the same to better serve them individual- cation. While urban parents so, and even though I heeded the calls for black- across racial and socioeco- view. ly,” Ransom said. generally felt they had more outs and staying home on that day, my response nomic lines. The 2015 Parent Part of this may be linked In the way of actual curricu- than one good option avail- has always been that blackouts would not really Poll surveyed a cross-section to black parents’ attitudes lums, over two-thirds of parents able for quality and conven- make a difference unless we implemented a long- of over 1,000 parents and regarding charter schools agreed with uniform, high stan- ient schooling, just 45 per- term strategy that directed the dollars we withdraw guardians of K-12 public as a positive alternative for dards for children regardless of cent of blacks agreed that back into ourselves and our own businesses. It's school students on topics their children as traditional race or economic background. there was equal access to the not just about what "not" to do; it's more about related to education ranging public schools. Despite the How to reach those standards same quality of education in what "to" do. from the use of common core debate on charter schools may prove a different challenge, comparison to 57 percent Mathis deals with my contention in a positive in schools, thoughts on having been a contentious as parents expressed differing and 52 percent agreement manner by covering the short-term and the long- improving failing schools to one in urban areas, a major- views and apprehension con- among Hispanic and white term repercussions of our withdrawal and recy- the importance of college. ity of black and Latino par- nected to a lack of understand- parents, respectively. cling black dollars in his film. It's not just about The poll found that parents, ents viewed opening more ing of the Common Core State Beyond graduation, the Black Friday itself or the few days preceding and generally, had an optimistic public charter schools as a Standards. dream of college still following it. Rather, it captures the various aspects outlook on education for stu- top, or high, priority. On the issue of standardized remains paramount for of a successful economic empowering strategy, dents in poverty, with nearly These schools usually fea- testing, the results were mixed many black parents. While beginning with an introspective question each of 70 percent believing that par- ture benefits that tradition- among minority parents. More those surveyed almost uni- us can answer, and then building a foundation of ents and teachers can over- al public schools struggle to than half of Latino parents (52 laterally agreed (95 percent) information regarding frivolous spending, eco- come the challenges faced by provide like smaller school percent) see standardized tests on the importance of college nomic literacy, saving, investing, business develop- needy children. This view size and the perception of as fair as compared to less than for their own children, those ment and support, cooperative and collective eco- was shared among parents at increased safety, but have half of black parents (46 per- numbers began to decrease nomics. Then Mathis caps it all off with practical a 2:1 ratio and is consistent come under fire because cent), yet despite the views on dramatically when asked solutions to stop the bleeding and reverse our with the view of many black many believe the public their fairness, a relatively high about the importance of col- trade deficit with other groups in this country. parents who place high value funding many charter percentage of black parents (55 lege for all children, with The term Black Friday did not emanate from black on parental involvement, and schools receive is better percent) believe standardized only 34 percent of whites people. After several iterations of the term as far feel family units and parents spent on traditional public testing has a positive impact on affirming the importance of back as 1961, it has been promoted as a positive are responsible for their chil- schools that are struggling students. Standardized testing college for every child in reality of businesses reaping huge profits not only dren’s level of success in to manage dwindling has been a controversial topic in comparison to 57 percent of from black consumers but from all consumers. school. enrollments amidst budget black education circles for blacks. This could suggest Although quite apropos when it comes to the black Many black parents who challenges. decades because of the long- that parents recognize that consumer, vis-à-vis our penchant for spending our were surveyed indicated that Parent Lavennna Desiree standing view of many black the college path may not be money on everything anyone else makes, the term they are open to tools that Ransom understands these parents and educators who best for everyone else, even does not have to be our reality, which is the basic might help them more effec- challenges all to well. have argued that these tests are as they are insistent upon message from the film. We deserve what we accept, tively assist in educating their "As a parent who has had often culturally biased against their own children continu- and we must stop accepting the self-deprecating children, with almost 60 per- both my children in charter certain groups. ing their education after high images and self-defeating characterizations attrib- schools and public schools, Despite the emphasis on school. uted to black people as it pertains to our economic interests. Our economic imperative must be root- ed in the reality of our relative economic position OUR VOICES in this country. Many of the stories we read in dominant and social media are centered on black athletes and entertainers who spend tremendous sums of ExperiencingTwenty years ago, millions thehour later. Million ManMinister March Louis Farrakhan. in Washingtoning blacks, Native- money on material things and/or waste it in clubs of men were driving, flying After the buses arrived, we One group in particular was Americans, Hispanics and on liquor and strippers. We read about robberies and riding buses to all boarded according to the the Native-American leaders the poor. and murders by young people who want a certain Washington, D.C., for the color of the wristbands we and members of different I had a feeling of apprecia- pair of shoes or a jacket, and the latest craze: Million Man March. The event wore. I got to ride with my tribes. One speaker has a tion and grace while I was young girls are stealing hair. had a major impact on the family who sat a couple of Native-American radio sta- there because of the amount Except for Black Enterprise and a few other black- lives of people who went and seats behind and in front of tion and is widely known in of people that had shown up. owned print media – not counting black newspa- wanted to see change in the me. Both buses were full his tribe. There was also millions more pers – the stories about black entrepreneurs and way government is run and with people in every seat. His name is Jay Winter watching on the Internet. others who are doing great things in the economic injustices on the generation Once everyone was seated Nightwolf, and he talked This made the cause worth- arena are buried, if they are in print at all. So who during that and gave their information about how Native-Americans while and made me think bears the responsibility of changing that reality? time. Fast-for- to the man that was in were the original people of that people should unite for A long time ago, I wrote, "The answer to media ward and the charge of the bus and our the Western Hemisphere and a common cause since so bias is 'media by us.'" Mathis has answered that call newest Million group, we were on our way that they were first met by many of us are all fighting of responsibility, and I dare say obligation, to pro- Man March held to Washington. black Africans way before the same battle. duce a video that will not only enlighten us but also the same We made only one stop to As a young Nation of Islam move us to action – move us to take responsibility motives it did fill up with gas. The ride member, I have been told for the financial resources with which we have decades ago, made me feel welcomed with about the significance of the been blessed. when it moti- bag lunches being provided Million Man March and the As we reflect on our answers to Black Friday's vated millions for the road trip. impact that it had on the dif- questions, let us also ponder our economic condi- Yusaf to go to After the five-plus-hour ferent communities that tion and then commit to making appropriate Shah Washington. trip up the interstate, we needed help. The power that change toward true economic empowerment for My family and arrived. Everyone had the these events hold is special black people. See more information at I met more peo- option of taking the metro and worth witnessing. www.TheFilmBlackFriday.com. ple who were going to the train or walking to the With every journey, there march. It felt like a great Capitol Building near where is a voyager who goes along event that everyone wanted the march would be held. My with it. For me, it started with Jim Clingman can be reached through his website, to be a part of. We met at a family and I were prepared, Christopher Columbus getting on the bus late at blackonomics.com. local grocery store to wait for and carried chairs so that we came. Also, he reminded the night here in Durham to the buses, which arrived late. would have a place to sit audience that Hispanics are head to Washington, D.C. We were supposed to leave once we made it to the just Spanish speaking around 12:30 a.m. but since National Mall. Native-Americans. PYO intern Yusuf Shah two buses were having prob- There were many different The overall message was of writes for The Durham lems, we didn’t leave until an speakers who came before justice, for all people includ- VOICE.

CYAN-AOOO MAGENTA-OAOO YELLOW-OOAO BLACK 01/29/08 BUSINESS WWW.TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM BRIEFS The Triangle TRIBUNE Business SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2015 PAGE 5A Ford, GM score high diversity

Olive marksBy Stacy M. Brown NNPA For the nation's automakers, Garden diversity is measured in colors and it's better to be a solid green than a token yellow or a non-exis- Spirit tent red. The recently released Rainbow PUSH Automotive Night Project, an initiative of the FUNDRAISER Citizenship Education Fund, All Olive Garden restau- revealed a multi-topic assessment rants will host Spirit Night to scorecard of diversity in the auto support a local high school industry. Nov. 3, 4 to 10 p.m. Visit The scorecard provides con- OliveGarden.com for more sumers, investors and industry information. experts a snapshot of each auto- motive manufacturer's ability to CAREER SERVICES URBAN NEWS build and sustain ethnic diversity Professional Placement as a driver of marketplace compet- Network will host its next Jaylen Bledsoe is driven to help other young people succeed. itiveness, according to a release career seminar Nov. 4, 10 from the Rev. Jesse Jackson's a.m. at Historic Parrish Street Rainbow PUSH Coalition. Forum, 108 W. Parrish St. The “The only way to achieve a theme is “Effective meaningful return on investment Communication in the for the dollars we spend with auto Workplace.” Call 560-6880, companies is to measure our ext. 247. Teenage millionaire progress on fair trade, because what is measured is what mat- RIBBON CUTTING ters,” said Jackson, the founder Durham Community Land and president of the Rainbow Trustees and NC WARN will PUSH Coalition. host a solar ribbon cutting entrepreneur inspires Those who received a green cer- party Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. Call tification reflect best practices for (919) 490-0063. ethnic diversity while those with a yellow mark showed some indica- DESIGN BOUTIQUE tion of diversity evident goals, ini- Ngozi Design Group is By Curtis Bunn to entrepreneurship the con- Jackson-Spencer, Bledsoe’s tiatives and accountability, opening a design boutique peersURBAN NEWS SERVICE to ceptsreach and fundamentals ofhigherbusiness manager who grew up according to the ranking system. next door to its retail store at building a business, based on in the same neighborhood. “He Red indicated that diversity initia- 321 W. Main St. on Nov. 7. Jaylen Bledsoe, 17, was aston- the idea of innovating for peo- has such a high aptitude. He’s tives and investments were non- Visit Ngozidesign.com. ished when a teenager told him ple.” very clear in what he wants existent, not disclosed or that the his life’s goal was to become a Bledsoe has partnered with done and how he wants it done. company did not provide enough FORUM drug dealer. Bledsoe, who major companies, including K He doesn’t watch football or relevant information for scoring or Arianna Huffington and gained national attention for Swiss and AT&T; was featured play sports. He’s all about the didn't submit a completed survey. Gen. Keith B. Alexander will creating a thriving Internet on the Bishop T.D. Jakes Show; Jaylen Bledsoe Global Group. The release of the diversity speak at the 2015 N.C. CEO design company, could not fath- and, through referrals, has a His focus and diligence force scorecard highlighted the Forum Nov. 11 at om the youth’s position … at growing clientele of celebrities me to put that into my work — Rainbow PUSH Global Automotive Prestonwood Country Club, first. in need of brand development. and I’m 37.” Summit in Detroit, where auto Cary. Visit http://ncceofo- “That was his dream,” Bledsoe This includes developing online Bledsoe is so fiercely private executives, suppliers, dealers and rum.com/agenda/. told Urban News Service in a strategies that expand compa- that he frowns on his family government officials gathered to rare extended interview. “(But) nies’ reach and product identifi- having access to the media. He discuss ways to strengthen and BWIB knowing the (lack of) support he cation. says “fun” is limited to an infre- create opportunities in the indus- Black Women in Business had and the community he That’s heady stuff for anyone quent episode of video games try for minorities. will host its first conference (lived in), there was no one there — especially a teenager. But or trips to the mall with a small “Minority companies need a and honors luncheon Nov. 12 to teach him beyond school. (It) then, Bledsoe is hardly a typical group of like-minded friends. short-term plan for survival and a at PNC Arena. Register at was the community, the drug 17-year-old. Working is his “rush,” he said, long-term critical path to success www.bwib-nc.com by Nov. 5. dealer. That’s where he saw suc- It would be too simplistic to with his Young Entrepreneurs with measurable goals, targets and cess. He saw drug-dealing as the call him a millionaire boy- University among his top initia- timetables,” Jackson said. KNIGHTDALE CHAMBER (reason) they have the cars they genius. Yes, four years ago he tives. Through a digital curricu- Of the 12 automotive companies • Nov. 12, 5:30 p.m. – have, the money they have, the became an Internet sensation lum of online courses, he plans to participate in the scorecard, Business After Hours, 612 N. women they have.” when his IT company reported- to make an “international pro- Ford Motor Co. received the top First Ave. In that moment for Bledsoe, a ly was worth $3.5 million. And, gram teaching youths (around rating, including green marks in larger vision came into focus. yes, he scored 28 out of 36 on the world) how to innovate” in five of six categories. BMW and CHAPEL HILL He had achieved astonishing the ACT … without even study- new businesses. Mercedes Benz were the only com- Launch Chapel Hill is success in building a website ing. But the true measure of this Bledsoe already employs 180 panies to receive red indicators in accepting applications for its design business when he was wunderkind is in his mission, people across the nation. His each of the categories that includ- January cohort of ventures. just 14, inspiring business and it has nothing to do with company used its search engine ed employment, advertising, mar- Deadline to apply is Nov. 15 camps in St. Louis, Missouri, taking over the world, but cer- optimization experience to help keting, procurement, minority at www.launch-chapel- and Dallas for teenagers, and tainly is about changing the comedian and entertainment dealer development and philan- hill.com. developing the Jaylen D. business world. star Steve Harvey earn $8 mil- thropy. Bledsoe Global Group — a com- “It’s more like crafting young lion in presales of his book, “Act Mercedes-Benz spokeswoman ANNUAL MEETING pany that specializes in brand people in our society to be Like A Lady, Think Like A Man,” Donna Boland told Automotive Downtown Durham, Inc., expansion consulting for entrepreneurs,” Bledsoe said. according to Jackson. News that the company's ratings will host its 2015 Annual celebrities like Steve Harvey, “Entrepreneurship is a hot topic Asked if he is surprised by his were the result of an “unusual sit- Meeting Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m. business development, venture right now for young college stu- success, Bledsoe said, “I’m sur- uation” in which the company was to 1:30 p.m. at Durham capital funding and direct mar- dents trying to find their way, prised, but do I understand moving its U.S. headquarters from Convention Center, 301 W. keting strategies. but that’s the youngest age in why? Yes. God has a divine pur- Montvale, New Jersey, to Atlanta Morgan St. Register at But the talk with the young which efforts extend to. If I can pose in life for me … My princi- as the survey was conducted. As a DowntownDurham.com. man inspired him, he said, to use my story to motivate, ple is that we all get a dream. result, the automaker was unable prioritize the Young inspire and push a young per- But the difference between the to know the composition of its Send your business news to Entrepreneur University, a pro- son who may be lost in life, then successful dreamers and not- workforce since it knew many of [email protected]. gram for teenagers where he that’s my purpose.” successful dreamers is that the its workers would not move with would “teach students who “To work for him now is pret- successful dreamers take God’s the company, Boland said. have not been heavily exposed ty remarkable,” said Wilmer dream and act on it.” “Unfortunately, the scorecard reflects red when data is not avail- able,” Boland said. “We'll have to live with that, but it in no way reflects our commitment or accomplishment in this area.” NewBy Charlene forms Crowell borrower’sof predatory bank account or car Credit lending did business as Elevate Boland said the company spoke with Jackson in February to dis- NNPA as security; structures that pre- and reported to its state regula- vent borrowers from making tor charge-offs that were larger cuss its situation. Over the past decade, no state “We have had conversations has authorized either predatory progress repaying; and exces- than all of its average monthly sive rates and fees that increase loan balances. with Reverend Jackson and his payday or car title loans. That team since then, and we will be consumer financial progress costs further when loans are Last year in Virginia, nearly flipped.” one-third of installment loan meeting with him before the end came about through a combina- of the year to take him through tion of state and local advocates Today, all three of these new borrowers were at least two predatory lending products are months delinquent in payments where we are in a variety of areas,” working with state lawmakers Boland said. to bring a sense of financial fair- available in a handful of states and 19,368 cars were repos- like Virginia. In 10 other states, sessed – about 15 percent of Rainbow/PUSH also criticized ness to their local communities. Mercedes-Benz in 2013 for not But just like a bad penny that two of the disturbing loan mod- their customers. els are available in California, Two nearly identical state leg- replying to its survey. won’t go away, new predatory Rainbow/PUSH officials said products have emerged across Delaware, Illinois, Missouri, New islative proposals that would Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, have authorized high-priced Jackson and Executive Director the nation: high-priced open- Glenda Gill will meet with end lines of credit and install- South Dakota, Texas and open-end lines of credit in Wisconsin. Arizona and in Texas were for- automakers to discuss the results ment loans that are remarkably of the survey and to develop a similar to traditional payday Some might wonder why busi- tunately defeated. Had either of nesses would offer lending these passed, another predatory “road map for progress in diversi- and car title loans. If these new ty and inclusion.” products are allowed to expand products with high delinquency product would exist. In Arizona, and/or default rates. The for example, consumers who Ford received green marks for in today’s marketplace, even employment, procurement, more financial harm will strip answer is there is more money borrowed $3,000 would have to be made with debt. These paid over $4,900 in interest and minority dealer development and consumers of their hard-earned philanthropy. “At Ford, we are dollars and mire them in yet lenders can collect more in fees fees in addition to the principal than the principal owed long owed. proud of our inclusive business another cycle of debt. practices, and we recognize diver- A policy paper by the Center before the loan is due. Consider Consumers who want to steer these examples from across the clear of deceptively high-priced sity as strength,” spokeswoman for Responsible Lending Becky Sanch said. explores this predatory finan- country: loans should consider the same In the first half of 2015, Texas- factors that should discourage Meanwhile, Fiat Chrysler cial migration from payday and Automobiles, Nissan and Honda car title to unsafe installment based Cash America, a large payday borrowing: high fees; storefront payday lender, had direct access to a borrower’s received green for employment loans. while Honda and Hyundai each “Despite their installment more delinquent installment bank account or car; high rates loan balances ($2.5 million) of default; credit insurance or received green respectively for terms,” states the brief, “these procurement and minority dealer loans share the same trouble- than those that were current other add-on products that pro- ($2.3 million). vide little benefit to the borrow- development. Green marks for some characteristics as other philanthropy also went to General payday and car title loans: a Similarly in California, another er and no consideration of a national payday lender, Rise borrower’s ability to repay. Motors, FCA, Honda, Hyundai and lack of underwriting; access to a Volkswagen. RECIPE OF THE WEEK WWW.TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM The Triangle TRIBUNE Focus SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2015 – PAGE 6A

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DEVANTE CAMPBELL Chef Jason’s Shyann Villegas waits for her child’s home arrival while looking at the ‘Here Comes Simple the Bus’ app. Oyster Stew On behalf of Fairview ‘Here Dining Room at comes the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club bus’ app Simple Oyster Stew GOVERNOR’S OFFICE By DeVante Campbell Serves 4 THE DURHAM VOICE Gov. Pat McCrory visits Winston-Salem State Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson in June. Ingredients: DURHAM – Durham parents 16 fresh oysters, shucked and now have an option to track reserved in their liquor their child’s bus location when 4 tbsp. unsalted butter curious about their where- 1 tbsp. shallots, minced abouts. The “Here Comes the 1 tbsp. celery, finely diced Bus” application allows parents McCrory adviser to to view real time school bus 1 tbsp. fresh garlic, minced 1/2 Jalapeno pepper, seeded and information via smartphone, finely diced tablet or computer using the ½ cup Chardonnay latest in GPS technology. head NC military and According to the Durham 1-cup chicken stock 2-cup cream Public Schools Transportation 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce Services Department, the app was implemented earlier this 1 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped By Bonitta Best 1 tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed veterans affairs efforts month and is exclusive to 1 tbsp. smoked paprika [email protected] Durham in North Carolina. To register, parents can visit the Pinch kosher salt RALEIGH – United States Fresh ground pepper, to taste Marine Corps Major General “Here Comes the Bus” website (ret.) Cornell Wilson Jr. and click the sign-up button. Instructions: recently was named secre- Parents and officials have • Assemble all ingredients before tary of the Department of given their input about the app, Military and Veteran Affairs. cooking. and said it’s positive and bene- Governor Pat McCrory ficial. • Heat a medium saucepan over pushed for the newly creat- medium heat and melt the butter. “This app is very good for ed position in his State of parents and family members. • Add shallots and celery and cook the State Address. until tender; then add jalapeno and gar- Wilson has served as These people are allowed to lic and stir to cook for about 1 minute. McCrory’s Military Affairs now view real time of where • Stir in the smoked paprika and then adviser since October 2013. their children are located. We add wine. Allow this to cook at a simmer “Since Day One, our have been getting calls at times administration has been Secretary Cornell Wilson’s swearing-in ceremony. for three to five minutes and until liquid of why are buses late, etc. With focused on making state HBCUs. $50 million for a new and this app, parents now have ver- has reduced by 50 percent. government more efficient “In order for North larger sciences building. • Add the chicken stock and bring to ification of when buses arrived so that we can better serve Carolina to produce highly • N.C. Central: $30 million or departed from the particular a simmer; then add the cream and the people of North skilled graduates, our histor- for a new School of Business school,” DPS Director of return to simmer and cook five minutes. Carolina,” said McCrory on ically black colleges and uni- building. • Reduce heat slightly and add the establishing a cabinet versities must provide stu- • Fayetteville State: $10 Transportation Marlon Watson oysters and their juices. Poach the oys- department to engage in all dents and educators the million for renovations to said. ters in the liquid until the edges begin to military and veteran affairs. resources to do so,” he said. the Lyons Science building. Watson also got into Wilson will lead the new curl and remove from heat. “The Connect NC bond will In addition, $800 million specifics of how the app noti- department in protecting increase the quality of edu- will go to the other campus- fies parents of when the bus • Stir in the Worcestershire, lemon North Carolina’s military cation received by our HBCU es in the UNC System for the juice and parsley, and adjust seasoning arrives to a home or departs installations, working with students and increase the same purposes and proj- school. with salt and fresh ground pepper. communities around mili- quality and competitiveness ects. “If the parent is not viewing tary bases, helping military of our workforce.” The N.C. Community To serve: families and veterans get the The bond package invests College System will receive the actual map at the time, • Divide the oysters evenly between support and services they $180 million in public $350 million for needed there is a Geofence around the four bowls and fill with the stew. need, and helping connect HBCUs, primarily to build repairs and renovations at point of destination and when veterans to jobs. • Serve with crusty bread or crackers. and repair facilities that pre- all 58 campuses across the the bus crosses, it the parent pare students for opportuni- state. If approved by voters will receive a notification let- McCrory signs ties in the fields of science, in March, the bond will allow ting them know the bus is close Connect Bond technology, engineering and the state to pay for buildings or has arrived,” he said. McCrory’s recent signing mathematics, as well the and other assets with a serv- As far as funding, Watson HBCU NEWS of the Connect N.C. Bond medical sciences and busi- ice life of 50 years or more N.C. CENTRAL Act will allow voters to vote ness. The HBCUs are: with 20-year financing. said parents don’t have to pay Dayton Contemporary Dance on a $2 billion bond package • N.C. A&T State: $90 mil- No tax increases are neces- because the app is built into the Company will present an engaging that will invest in infrastruc- lion for a new College of sary given the state’s strong contract. series of dance works during a three- ture, state parks and educa- Engineering building. revenue growth and ample One particular parent had a day tour stop at NCCU as part of the uni- tion – including the state’s • Winston-Salem State: debt service capacity. different thought about the versity’s Lyceum Series. The perform- app. She said she wants the ance titled “Young, Gifted and Black: A Durham Public Schools Transformative Experience” is Nov. 4, 7 Transportation Department to p.m. in B.N. Duke Auditorium. It is part be proactive as far as safety. of the Ohio dance company’s two-year “I really love this new app, tour of the nation’s HBCUs. and it has overall made me The performance features seven aware of my child’s location. I works by minority choreographers and think the public schools trans- is free and open to the public. In addi- portation department can do a tion, the company will conduct master little bit better as far as chil- classes for dance students Nov. 2, and Proper nutrition may help dren’s safety. How about imple- present performances for area schools menting video capabilities so on the morning of Nov. 4. we can view our son or daugh- The troupe has earned national and ter’s actions? We’ll be able to international recognition, and holds the alleviateBy Robert Abel Jr., M.D. vision problems view their behavior, safety and world’s largest repertoire of classic NORTH AMERICAN PRECIS SYNDICATE to see whether they are being works by African-American choreogra- bullied,” Shyann Villegas said. phers. For more information, contact Here's food for thought: North Carolina Central also University College at (919) 530-6932. Just as specific foods and has a similar GPS technology nutritional supplements app. The ETA Spot notifies stu- have value in treating specif- ic diseases, some can also dents when their shuttle is encourage eye health. arriving to pick them up, and ADOPTKai’Mya, 5US! Eating right can help you also provides a real-time map Daniel 3 save your own sight. of the shuttle’s exact location. Kai’Mya and Daniel are sweet and Here are some suggestions: “Here comes the bus app is curious children who are very close. 1. 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The game, cre- ated and hosted BONITTA by ESPN, will BEST match the MEAC FSU coach c h a m p i o n against the SWAC champion for bragging rights between the only two Virginia State women won their first title under coach James Hill (center with cap.) Phillips will NCAA Division I-FCS HBCU PHOTO/VIRGINIA STATE conferences. Previously, the MEAC beCC is sad. missed champion received an auto- Former Fayetteville State coach Kenny matic bid to the NCAA play- Phillips’ death hit close to home – literally. offs, while the SWAC dissed Coach Phillips is from CC’s hometown, the NCAA for a bigger payday and we attended the same high school to- in the SWAC Championship gether. Our prayers for his family. Game. NCCU women Fans have been debating, WOMEN denouncing and dogging N.C. Central MEAC officials since the de- Sophomore Jamie Rogers should make a cision was announced earlier splash in next spring’s MEAC tennis sea- this year. have tough road son. Rogers went undefeated at last week- On the one side are those end’s inaugural NCCU Invitational. who want the opportunity to The Cary native won the singles C Flight play with the big (mostly category and the doubles with senior Aissa white) boys in the NCAA. By Bonitta Best coach Ronnie Enoch after Junior guard Morgan Muamba. Women’s tennis returns to the They haven’t given up on the ahead in basketball [email protected] parents complained over al- Jones is the only returning court Jan. 27 at Chapel Hill. dream of another HBCU team leged inappropriate con- starter. She was second on For the first time in five In volleyball, what did CC say last week going all the way. The only duct with some of the the team in scoring with 9.1 seasons, Shaw women did about those photo shoots? Spend more one to do it was Florida A&M players. Also gone are some points per game. Senior for- not hang a championship time on the game. NCCU (3-21) lost to rival – in 1978! of those same players. ward Tisha Dixon will try to banner inside Spaulding N.C. A&T last weekend in four sets. The Ea- The MEAC hasn’t even won The Eagles (5-11 MEAC, 7- get her groove back after an Gymnasium. gles have dropped five straight. They a playoff game since FAMU 22 overall) finished a disap- injury-filled season, while Virginia State is the new travel to South Carolina State and Savan- defeated Troy State in 1999. pointing No. 9 last season the other senior, Kristin queen of the CIAA – for nah State this weekend. Still, those fans feel the and are predicted to finish Askew, will add needed vet- now. Can the Trojans keep MEAC is giving up. That No. 12 in the MEAC. NCCU eran leadership and experi- up the momentum, or will St. Augustine’s Commissioner Dennis has yet to get its engine ence. coach Jacques Curtis re- The Falcons were swept by first-place Thomas is in effect saying roaring under four-year Guards Monique Whaley- claim his throne? And can Winston-Salem State Monday night. Olivia that they aren’t good enough. coach Vanessa Taylor. And Briggs and Kierona Morton N.C. Central finally get its Porter and Shakera Hall recorded six kills Thomas sees it a different with just two seniors, Tay- are the remaining two team- mojo going? apiece, while Juliseea Thomas logged 18 way. lor has her work cut out mates with any playing ex- The Tribune previews the assists and eight digs. “It’s part of the confer- again. perience under Taylor. three women’s basketball The Falcons travel to The Lincoln for an- ence’s continued efforts in “I think we learned a lot,” “We have increased our programs. other CIAA Roundup. branding and increasing its Taylor said. “But last year team speed and overall ef- exposure on a national plat- we had four seniors that fectiveness with the new N.C. Central form,” he said in a release. started for us. We have additions to the team,” Tay- Please seeNCCU’S/2B The Eagles had more “Our continued partnership moved into somewhat of a lor said. “As a team, we will drama off the court last sea- with ESPN will give our facelift. You will see eight operate in truth daily, hold son than on. coaches, student-athletes new faces playing on the Gone is associate head and fans an opportunity to floor this year.” Please seeSHAW/2B MEAC MINUTES participate in an exciting bowl game, on a national stage, which will showcase their institutions and tal- HBCU FOOTBALL ented football programs.” Celebration Former CIAA Commis- sioner Leon Kerry used to say the biggest difference be- tween a Division II HBCU Bowl executive team and a Division I is a DII team has a better shot at win- ning a national champi- onship. committeeBy Bonitta Best North Carolina Central, Vir- [email protected] ginia Union, Morgan State (as The Celebration Bowl, which will pit the MEAC a DII member) and Winston- football champion against the SWAC champion Salem State men’s basketball in December, this week announced its executive teams have won national committee. championships. These Atlanta leaders will work together to in- On the women’s side, Vir- crease awareness of the bowl and garner com- ginia Union, Hampton (in the munity support. CIAA) and Shaw have won ti- The Celebration Bowl will be played Dec. 19 at tles since 1982. noon in the Georgia Dome and will be televised Winston-Salem State ad- on ABC. ESPN is working with the 100 Black Men vanced all the way to the DII of Atlanta to manage the game’s ancillary football championship game events, which include a youth symposium, ro- in 2012 before losing to Val- botics showcase, college and job fair, fan expe- dosta State. rience and more. On the other side are those who say the NCAA is nothing The executive committee: but a pimp machine that A.J. Robinson – Central Atlanta Progress cares only about the power John Stephenson Jr. – College Football HOF conferences. Norfolk State linebacker Anthony Smith and the Spartans will be looking for another Carl Adkins – Georgia Dome Many lower-tier schools ac- quality win over North Carolina Central. Kevin Riley – Atlanta Journal Constitution tually lose money in the play- Cheryl Lomax – Bank of America offs, which is why the SWAC Michelle Grech – MELT Agency hosts its own championship Clark Dean – Transwestern game instead, which is a fi- Moses Brown – MMHB & Associates nancial bonanza. Cyril Turner – Delta Airlines Each conference is to get a Fayetteville State, CIAA Ray Robinson – Aaron’s Inc. reported $1 million from the Dan Corso – Atlanta Sports Council Celebration Bowl, which will Rick Caffey – CBS Radio be broadcast on ABC. Yes, mourns Kenny Phillips Erica Qualls-Battey – Atlanta Marriott North Carolina chump change if you’re Ala- By Bonitta Best Rubye Lucas – Turner Broadcasting System bama, but it beats taking [email protected] The Winston-Salem State Foundation has set up a fund for Marquise Gaddy to help Frank Poe – Georgia World Congress Center money out of your own The HBCU football world is mourning the Shan Cooper – Lockheed Martin pocket. with hospital expenses. Gaddy injured his loss of former Fayetteville State head coach spinal cord Sept. 23 during a routine tack- J. Cannon Carr – Corner Cap And it’s not like the MEAC and Hampton assistant coach Kenny Steve Hennessy – Hennessy Automobile can’t get a team into the play- ling drill in practice. Contributions can be Phillips who died Oct. 23 at 56. made at any BB&T branch. James Tolliver – B2B Smart Logistics offs. The conference is still Phillips led the Broncos program for 13 Tirrell Whittley – Liquid Soul allowed an at-large bid, but seasons, winning three CIAA champi- N.C. Central (3-1 MEAC, 4-3 overall) Jim Smith – Atlanta Falcons teams have to play a tough onships and compiling a 75-63 record – the William Pate – Atlanta C&VB nonconference schedule – vs. Norfolk State (2-2, 2-5) most wins in FSU history. The Eagles’ fourth-quarter thrills continue. and not get blown out – and “The entire FSU family is sad- MEAC’s Rose gets added duties not lose more than one con- Place-kicker Nigel Macauley kicked a 30- dened by the death of coach yard field goal with 6 minutes 19 seconds Larry Rose, the MEAC’s men’s basketball coor- ference game. Even then, it’s Kenny Phillips,” FSU Chancellor dinator of officials, has also been named interim not a given. left to give his team a 20-17 victory over James A. Anderson said. “He Morgan State. NCCU has now won three in a women’s basketball coordinator effective Nov. So for Lut, N.C. A&T’s suc- brought prominence back to 1. Rose replaces Dwight Barbee, who resigned cess this season is bitter- row with four games remaining. the FSU football program, but “All phases of our team showed up in bits Oct. 30. sweet. most importantly, he was a role “We want to thank Mr. Barbee for his service to If the Aggies, who are and pieces,” coach Jerry Mack said. “The of- model and mentor to the fense moved the ball well; the defense came the MEAC and wish him and his family contin- ranked No. 20 in two national young men he coached.” ued success and good health,” Commissioner polls, win the rest of their up with some big plays when we had to; and Gaddy Phillips left FSU to join Con- on special teams, our kicker made the field Dennis Thomas said. “Mr. Rose will serve on an games, they head to Atlanta nell Maynor at Hampton as de- interim basis for the 2015-16 season, afterwards and fans will be left wonder- goals and we had a blocked punt.” fensive coordinator. He took a leave of The Eagles defense was particularly stel- a permanent replacement will be named.” See CELEBRATION/2B absence last year to focus on his health. His funeral and burial is Nov. 1 in Greenville, Please seeFAYETTEVILLE/2B Sunday, November 1, 2015 2B SPORTS/The Triangle Tribune

ShawContinued from page looks 1B tallest isto 6-foot-1 regain junior cen- past 13title titles, Shaw was NCCU’s Rogers make ter Shakeisha Washington. picked No. 5 – just above SAU each other accountable, and Shanika Harris and LaKiya – in the CIAA South. it sets the stage for the kind Rouse are the lone seniors. “It’s preseason. They don’t of chemistry that will propel “We are going to stay under give out any rings and tro- Continuedstatement from page 1B inM o o rwomen’s e tennis us forward and create an ex- coach Bullard’s philosophy. phies this time of the year,” blocked citing brand of basketball for Shaw Defense is what we’re going Curtis said. “But I can guar- a punt our fans to watch.” The Bears (14-9) rallied to build our system on and antee we won’t end at No. 5.” and fell NCCU opens it season Nov. from two sets down to defeat have our offense graded by Starters Kaula Jacks (8.5 on the 16 against Campbell. Converse 3-2 (21-25, 22-25, that,” Crump said at CIAA ppg) and Fantasha Tyson (8.2 25-20, 26-24, 15-13). Kelly ball in Media Day. “This will be a re- ppg) join returnees Tabatha the end St. Augustine’s Murphy led the team with a building year, but you’re Anderson, Bryanna Guyton, zone. Jarita Crump is the head match-high 24 kills and 11 going to see a team that’s Kaiya Coleman and LaQuin- Coach lady in charge of the Falcons. digs. Teammate Keveesha competitive and that will sha Taylor. L a t r e l l She was named interim Wattley recorded 14 kills and focus on defense and re- The Bears have seven new- Scott has coach Sept. 9 after Rachel three blocks, while teammate bounding.” comers – all transfers – but the Spar- Bullard resigned after five Michelle Olmeda-Gonzalez SAU opens its season Nov. one familiar name in MEAC t a n s seasons. kicked out 47 assists. Jamie Rogers made quite an impression last 14 in the Johnson C. Smith circles is N.C. A&T transfer playing Crump takes over a team Shaw will compete in an- weekend at the NCCU Invitational. Tournament. Eboni Ross. Ross averaged other CIAA Roundup this h a r d , that finished 12-14 overall 8.2 points for the Aggies last and we weekend. How apropos in and 6-11 in the CIAA. SAU fell weekend at The Lincoln. Shaw season. know how distracting home- front of a homecoming in the CIAA Tournament’s It doesn’t seem normal not The last time Shaw was coming can be. Here we go crowd if it happens. first round to Virginia Union. MEN to say “defending champion” upset in the tourney was again! As in seasons past, the Fal- N.C. Central and Shaw in the same sen- 2010 by Fayetteville State. Shaw cons will have to rely on CC just can’t take much tence. But the Bears were up- The Bears went on to win St. Augustine’s CC heard good news that speed and quickness to com- more. The Eagles are driving ended by eventual champion four straight titles. Until the Falcons win a coach Robert Massey’s son, pensate for a lack of size or us nutty. And this weekend’s Virginia State in the semifi- Shaw opens its season Nov. game, all CC is going to say Brandon, is now walking. In depth. Only nine players are game might be more of the nals. 13 at the Conference Chal- is, who’s taking bets that this case you’ve been in a cave, listed on the roster and the same. Despite winning nine of the lenge at Fayetteville State. NCCU won last year’s will be the week? Brandon broke his neck in a matchup on a last-second Although Johnson C. Smith football game two weeks ago. touchdown when safety C.J. is playing better, SAU is too, Now, about that win. so there could be a win this Fayetteville State mourns passingContinued from page 1Bofanother Kenny productive outing PhillipsShaw (0-8) vs. Winston- CelebrationContinued from page 1B Bowl still extend with an lar, holding the Bears to a against Fayetteville State, but Salem State (4-1, 4-4) at-large bid. minus-11 yards rushing. the defense couldn’t sustain The Bears hit the road to ing “What if?” Which would fans On the offensive end, red- the lead in a 40-18 loss. the Rams for a nationally tel- But if they are tripped up, prefer? shirt freshman running back SAU led 18-13 heading into evised contest at 2 p.m. and it’s entirely possible with That’s a debate Dorrel McClain logged his the fourth quarter, but the Shaw’s last-second rally S.C. State and N.C. Central that’s not going away second straight 100-yard Broncos scored 27 straight against J.C. Smith fell just still on the horizon, theirs or anytime soon. rushing performance and points, including 21 points in short in a 17-10 loss. somebody’s season could third of the season. a two-minute span. The Bears were at the NCCU will face a Spartans The Falcons had a season- Golden Bulls 18-yard line team for homecoming that is high 324 yards of total of- with seconds remaining but much better than its record fense and outrushed FSU could not convert on fourth indicates under first-year 158-93. down. coach Latrell Scott. Senior Redshirt senior running Tackle Moses White led the linebacker Deon Kings leads back Roderick Davenport defense with eight tackles the FCS in tackles with 14.3 logged his second consecu- (five solo), and teammate per game, and quarterback tive 100-yard rushing game Roland Green recorded seven Greg Hankerson has thrown and is 109 away from becom- tackles (five solo). NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING for 1,322 yards, 10 TDs and ing the school’s career rush- WSSU racked up 528 yards RALEIGH TRANSIT AUTHORITY only three interceptions. ing leader. of offense in a hard-fought “They are a very, very tal- The Falcons take on a fa- 23-21 win over rival Living- RE: Proposed Route Changes ented and explosive team. miliar homecoming foe this stone. You can see them getting bet- weekend when the Golden The Rams breathed a sigh The Raleigh Transit Authority (RTA) is proposing route changes to the 25L and Bulls come to town. JCSU is ter and better as a program,” of relief after Blue Bears 54L routes provided by GoRaleigh (formerly Capital Area Transit). The two Mack said. coming off a 17-10 win over place-kicker Leonardo Manzo NCCU hosts its final home Shaw. missed a 32-yard field goal. routes will combined and portions of routing on Litchford Road, Dixon and North game next Saturday against Homecoming will be on WSSU has now won three in a Hills Drive will have service removed. For detailed information please visit winless Delaware State. campus at 1 p.m. SAU travels row after losing four of its www.raleighnc.gov/transit or call 919-996-3942. to archrival Shaw next week- first five games. The Rams St. Aug’s (0-8) vs. J. C. end at Durham County Sta- are in sole possession of first The RTA is soliciting comments regarding these proposed changes. Smith (2-3 CIAA, 3-5 overall) dium in the regular season place in the South. finale. The Falcons offense had Thursday, November 19, 2015 GoRaleigh Operations Facility 4104 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27601 Public Hearing to begin at 5:00pm OnceDown, homeless, JCSU’sbut Hunter never leaned on outfaith, football At the hearing, the Raleigh Transit Authority will provide an opportunity for citi- By Monique Chappell tending we were somewhere things got rough when his zens and interested agencies to comment on the proposed changes. To be in- aunt lost her job and house. FOR THE CHARLOTTE POST else,” he said. “The heat might cluded as part of the Public Hearing record, all written comments must be have been off so we used to Lisa sought a shelter home Courtney Hunter was hun- make a small fire outside and but none would accept her postmarked or received by the RTA no later than 12:00pm on Thursday, Novem- gry and homeless. sit there and tell stories. We al- and Courtney. ber 19, 2015. But he had football and ways found the good and pos- “There were plenty of nights faith. itive in what we were going where we would cry together, Hunter, a 22-year-old senior through.” but she always told me God at Johnson C. Smith Univer- During summers when he gives the toughest battles to sity, said they helped him was in high school, Hunter the strongest soldiers,” he when he and his mother Lisa visited his aunt and cousin in said. “We would sleep in the were homeless his senior year Atlanta. There, he would at- library parking lot or the un- in high school. tend football camps or work- derpass a couple times, but “School and football pre- out at local high schools. One the majority of the time we pared me for life,” said summer the opportunity of a slept on the practice field in Hunter, who plays offensive lifetime was presented when the truck. That car was my guard for the Golden Bulls. the head coach at Booker T. home. The school was home.” “They were key components Washington High School ap- Throughout everything, in keeping me focused.” proached him. Hunter continued to attend Born in Quitman, Texas, “What will it take for you to school and football camps. Hunter lived in a predomi- move to Atlanta to play for While attending a camp, nately white neighborhood us?” he asked. Hunter heard JCSU was look- and was one of eight black ing for players. students at his high school. “Smith just had everything I november 6 - 22 “I was a black man sur- was looking for,” he said. rounded by whites,” he said. “When I first got here, my first “I just knew that it was hard day consisted of waking up at being around people who did- the crack of dawn and I was n't breathe my air. It was one just like ‘am I cut out for this?’ of those things where I But then I thought about learned early that not every- everything I had to go one is going to like me and the through to get to this point.” whole world isn't going to ac- Hunter’s friends see the cept me for who I am.” good in him and have found During his first two years in him as a blessing in disguise. high school, the Hunters lived “He’s a positive influence,” in an apartment. Lisa usually said Najee Daniels, Hunter’s worked two or three jobs teammate and friend. “If you while Courtney waited for her need someone to talk to, he’s at home. always there. I can talk to him “I had to grow up at a very TROY HULL about anything. He can defi- early age,” Hunter said. “While Johnson C. Smith University nitely support you with any- my mom was working, I had thing you put your mind to.” to learn how to clean up the senior Courtney Hunter leaned Hunter considers his tra- house, cook, wash the dishes on football, school and faith vails as a minor setback for a and do laundry on my own. when he and his mother were major comeback. Although Hunter considers homeless four years ago. “I honestly can’t give God his living situation in Texas to enough praise,” he said. “If be tolerable, anyone from the After talks and meetings, that situation didn’t happen outside looking in would have Hunter agreed to live with an in Texas, how would I have said they were struggling. aunt in Atlanta while Lisa gone to Atlanta? If that situa- “There were days I can re- stayed in Texas. It was a cul- tion didn’t happen in Atlanta, member our lights wouldn't ture shock. how would I have known be on,” he said. “I can remem- “I went from a school with about Smith?” ber filling up five or six jugs about 70 graduating seniors Jevante Covert, a high of water and that's what my to a school with about 2,000 school teammate, asked his mother and I used to take a and coming soon black kids,” Hunter said. “It mother Iris Cole if Courtney shower or brush our teeth wasn’t something I was used and Lisa could stay with Book and with.” to, but it was something that I them. Cole had six people in Hunter, an English major Lyrics by loved to embrace. I loved see- her house but welcomed the who plans to become a ing black teachers and seeing Hunters anyway. Willie Reale teacher, learned how to adapt, December 4 - 20 black kids. 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TURKEY DAY TIPS The sight of a beautifully cooked, golden brown bird being brought to the table is one of the most memorable moments of any Thanksgiving gathering. Follow these tips to prepare the perfect centerpiece for your holiday meal: Thawing Your Turkey n For every 5 pounds in weight, thaw in original wrapper for 24 hours in the re- frigerator. Thaw faster by covering with cold water in the sink and soaking ap- proximately 30 minutes per pound. n Refrigerate as soon as thawed or cook immediately. For best quality, do not re- freeze uncooked turkey. Roasting the Bird n Baste with extra virgin olive oil. n Place breast-side-up on rack in shallow roasting pan. Cook in 325 F oven. n For an unstuffed turkey, place a stalk or two of celery, seasonings, a cut-up onion and a handful of parsley in the cavity to keep it moist. n Lay “tent” of foil loosely over turkey to prevent over-browning. n Turkey is done when meat thermometer is 180 F or when the red stem on the pop-up thermometer rises. n For easier carving, let turkey stand at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.

More Ways to Make the Perfect Centerpiece n Grilled: Grill 15-18 minutes per pound. Air in grill must be between 225-300 F. n Deep Fat Fried: Cook 3-5 minutes per pound in 350 F oil. n Smoked: Cook 20-30 minutes per

Photo courtesy of Getty Images pound. Air in smoker must be between 225-300 F. n Microwaved: Cook 9-10 minutes per pound on medium power. Rotate during cooking.

FAMILY FEATURES ood. Friends. Family. Football. Thanksgiving would be incomplete without any of them, but the most important is the holiday feast your family and friends have gathered to enjoy while the game plays in the background. Serving up a full holiday spread – from Fturkey to dessert – that is sure to bring everyone back for years to come is easy with these tips for every stage of the meal. From a Farm Family’s Table to Yours 3/4 cup sugar Pair this perfectly pumpkin dessert with a glass of 3/4 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt milk for a tasty twist on a holiday favorite. From 1/2 cup low-fat milk fourth-generation dairy farmers – Ryan and Susan 1 teaspoon cinnamon Anglin and their sons, Cody and Casey, of Triple A Farms 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice in Bentonville, Arkansas – this savory dessert, featured in 1/4 teaspoon salt The Dairy Good Cookbook, is sure to become 1/2 cup pecans, chopped a tradition in your family, just as it is in the Anglin fam- Topping: ily. For more recipes, visit MidwestDairy.com. 2 tablespoons sugar Pumpkin Pie Squares with 1 teaspoon cinnamon Cinnamon Sugar Yogurt Topping 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt Total time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Heat oven to 350 F. Servings: 16 In large bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, oats, brown sugar, butter and milk. Press into thin layer in Crust: a 9-by-13-inch pan greased with cooking spray. Bake for 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 10 minutes. 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats While crust is baking, in another bowl, beat together 1/4 cup brown sugar pumpkin through salt. Pour over crust and bake for 40 1/4 cup butter, melted 2 tablespoons low-fat milk minutes or until set. Sprinkle pecans over filling and bake cooking spray another 10-15 minutes or until center is set. Cool slightly in pan. Filling: Mix together sugar and cinnamon. Mix in yogurt. Top 2 cups canned pumpkin 2 eggs each square with 1 tablespoon yogurt topping.

Leave Your Taste Buds Dancing for Joy together until crumbs are moistened. Press crumb mixture With rich, creamy, delicious flavors in every bite, this evenly into bottom of prepared pan. Bake 8 minutes to Sorghum Pecan Praline Cheesecake will leave everyone form crust; remove from oven and cool 10 minutes over at your table satisfied. Luscious sorghum syrup, which wire rack. is naturally high in fiber, iron and protein, surrounds, cap- In large bowl use electric mixer on medium speed to tures and complements the decadent cheesecake beat cream cheese, sour cream, brown sugar and flour, and praline pecan topping. Find more satisfying recipes 3 minutes, or until well blended and smooth. Gradually using sorghum that will keep your taste buds tingling add 1 cup sorghum syrup, vanilla and eggs (one egg at all season long, visit sorghumcheckoff.com. a time) and continue beating 3 minutes longer from low speed increasing to medium speed, or until mixture is Sorghum Pecan Praline Cheesecake well blended and creamy. Pour filling evenly over crust in Recipe developed by Brenda Watts, pan. Place pan in center of large baking pan (e.g., roast- Gaffney, South Carolina ing pan) and pour 1-inch of hot water in large bak ing pan, Cheesecake: around filled prepared pan. 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes or until center is almost 1 1/8 cups sorghum syrup, divided set but slightly jiggles. Remove from oven, remove 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs cheesecake from baking pan and gently remove wrapped 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, foil from cheesecake. Place cheesecake onto wire rack to softened cool 15 minutes. Run thin, sharp knife around edge of 1/2 cup sour cream pan to loosen edges; cool in pan 2-3 hours in refrigerator. 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar Meanwhile, prepare pecans. Increase oven temperature 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour to 350 F. Line baking sheet with large sheet of parch ment 1 cup sorghum syrup paper. In bowl, sprinkle brown sugar and drizzle 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 tablespoon sorghum syrup over pecans. Using large 4 large eggs spoon, toss to evenly coat and spread pecans flat over parchment paper-lined pan. Bake pecans 8 minutes or Topping: until lightly browned and glazed. Place pan over wire 1 package (6 ounces) pecan halves cooling rack, use large spoon to separate and evenly 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar coat pecans; let cool 10 minutes. 4 tablespoons sorghum syrup, divided In heavy duty 1-quart non-stick saucepan, melt butter 6 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and 3 tablespoons 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar sorghum syrup into melted butter and cook 2 to 3 minutes 3 tablespoons heavy cream or until blended and heated through, stirring constantly. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Stir heavy cream, vanilla and salt into mixture; continue 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt stirring constantly until praline mixture comes to a boil. Heat oven to 325 F. Lightly spray bottom and sides of Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir oc- 9-inch non-stick springform pan with removable rim. Place casionally. Remove from heat and let cool. pan over center of 3 18-inch sheets heavy-duty foil and To serve, remove rim of pan from cheesecake. Place securely wrap foil around outside bottom and sides of pan. cheesecake on large round serving plate. Place glazed For cheesecake, in small bowl, combine butter and pecans flat on top of cheesecake, starting at outer edges 2 tablespoons sorghum syrup. In medium bowl, toss gra- and ending in center. Spoon or pour praline topping ham cracker crumbs and sorghum butter mixture evenly over top of cheesecake.

HAVE YOUR SIDES AND EAT THEM TOO

While the turkey takes center stage on Thanksgiving, surrounding the centerpiece with a variety of delicious side dishes can take your turkey day to the next level. Here are a few popular sides to round out your table:

n Potatoes: While mashed potatoes and gravy n Fruits and vegetables: From green bean n Noodles: Outside of a traditional potato n Bread: No Thanksgiving meal can be com- are always a holiday hit, other serving op- casserole and cranberry sauce to roasted side, many turkey day tables offer pasta- plete without cornbread, rolls or biscuits – tions, such as roasted potatoes, scalloped po- vegetables, corn pudding, candied yams and based sides, such as homemade turkey noo- which can also be used to make miniature tatoes or sweet potatoes, can add variety to a butternut squash, no table is full without a dles, macaroni and cheese or pasta salad. turkey sand wiches after the meal is over – favorite traditional dish. variety of fruits and veggies to choose from. and a holiday classic, stuffing. Classifieds SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2015 PAGE 4B ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SALE BIDS RUN YOUR CLASSIFIED in 100 North Carolina newspapers WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM for only $375 for a 25-word ad. 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Life & Arts BOOK FILE PHOTO Political thriller on Time individual forRALEIGH Tots FUNDRAISER rightsThe Fifth Letter Boys & Girls Clubs Young By Vivian Carpenter Advocates will host a kick- Supreme Communications off event Nov. 5, 6 p.m. at Group Capital Club Bldg., 16 W. Martin St. RSVP ASAP to An impressive work of fiction Marymac Webb at [email protected]. built around deep research of American history and our FELLOWSHIPS inalienable rights brings to life N.C. Arts Council is Carpenter’s debut political accepting applications for thriller. 2015-16 Artist Fellowship The story of courageous awards through Nov. 2. Katherine Helena Ross, the first Visit www.ncarts.org. black female Supreme Court MUSEUM OF HISTORY justice caught between her con- • Nov. 3, 10:45 a.m. – PALAK PATEL science and political expedi- Time for Tots: All about ence when forced to consider Corn. Register at NCMOH- Charles DaBeast poses in a booth at the McDonalds on Guess Road, where he produced the most important question programs.com. and perfected most of his debut album. facing the U.S. Supreme Court today: Who is a HOLIDAY SHOW person with Visions of Sugarplums inalienable Holiday Art & Gift Show is Nov. 5-7 at Quail Hollow rights? Swim Club, 800 Orleans Former Sen. Place. Bob Graham Teenager overcomes s a i d , FOUNDER’S DAY “Frequently, Rep. Alma Adams will political novels speak at Shaw University’s are a genre for Founder’s Day Nov. 6, 11 truth telling. a.m. at Raleigh Memorial digital divide to Auditorium, 2 E. South St. Dr. Vivian Carpenter’s descrip- tion of inside Washington rings CRAFT’S FAIR true. The Fifth Letter takes us Carolina Artisan Craft By Palak Patel recording a couple of songs. forward to a United States Market will be at the “I had done a couple projects prior to Supreme Court foreshadowed produceTHE DURAHM VOICE album Raleigh Convention Center “Patience,” but I wanted to make something by the current court’s personal- Nov. 6-9. Visit carolinade- DURHAM – Patience. more authentic and more legit,” he said. “I ities and political tilt. This signercraftsmen.com. For Charles Singletary, better known by his began to contact different producers to novel will engage and educate stage name Charles DaBeast, there couldn’t TRIVIA NIGHT explain the concept of the project and what readers.” have been a more fitting title for his debut I wanted for myself.” Katherine struggles to do A Pop Quiz Trivia Night album. to benefit Achievement Having limited resources required what is right – facing death Academy of Durham is “Patience,” released in August, is the prod- Singletary to be twice as prepared. While threats, manipulation and per- Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m. at uct of 10 months: more than 28 hours on the other artists have the money and time for sonal challenges along the way. Museum of Life and studio, countless visits to McDonalds on multiple studio sessions, he has little room Inspired by her mother’s Science, 433 W. Murray Guess Road for Wi-Fi access, his own pocket for error. That also led to the elongated ses- 1940s’ memoir, she finds the Ave. Contact: Gayle money and the help of members of the sions at McDonalds and the library. courage to turn the spotlight on Erdheim at 956-8918. Durham community. When it came to finding the music and and help the public understand “There were days where I would spend BOOK DISCUSSION sounds for the album, he had to seek out the most important issue facing hours upon hours in the library,” Singletary opportunities. The rapper describes his ini- Americans: inferior individual Dr. Pauletta Bracy and said. “When the library would close, I would Eleanora E. Tate will dis- tial process as “a lot of favors and people rights. cuss “Celeste’s Harlem go to McDonalds and do the same.” understanding.” Producers helped with Recognizing the need for rad- Renaissance,” Nov. 7, 2:30 Singletary, 18, said he has always been aspects of the album for free. Singletary said ical change, Carpenter said, p.m. at Olivia Raney Local interested in two things: music and soccer. he tries to come across as a genuine artist, “The Fifth Letter is about us. All History Library, 4016 The rapper was born in Long Island, New therefore when it came to releasing the of us. I hope it will open the Carya Drive. Call 250- York, and raised in Durham. During his time 1196. album, he went in with the same mindset. doors of your mind.” at Carrington Middle School, he began learn- “I wanted to make sure it wasn’t about Some themes that are exam- ing how to play different instruments and money but the actual craft of writing music,” ined include: CEMETERY CLEANUP began developing an appreciation for music. Friends of Oberlin Village he said. “I felt the best way to do that was to • Who is a person with will hold a cleanup of After graduating from Northern High, he release (“Patience”) for free.” inalienable rights in America? Oberlin Cemetery Nov. 7, 9 accepted a position playing soccer for Lees- As for the future, Singletary, with the sup- • Overcoming fear to achieve a.m. to noon at 1014 McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina. port of his family, would like to pursue a greatness; how individuals can Oberlin Rd. Public is invit- Northern High teacher William Schrader career in professional soccer, a dream he’s create change. ed. said Singletary always possessed an interest ad since he was in middle school. When • What is “corporate person- in music. SHOWCASE asked how he has managed to balance such hood” and how it evolved. “His extensive knowledge of different competitive fields, he had a simple answer. • What “We the People” Expressions in Rhythm styles of music was just incredible, especial- Studio presents 2015 Fall “I like to research. I like to see statistics and meant in the 1800s versus what Performance Showcase ly for a high school kid,” Schrader said. find all the different avenues of achieving it means today. Nov. 7, 5 p.m. at “Patience” had been on Singletary’s mind my goal,” he said. “Being informed increases • How corporations have Meymandi Theatre at since the summer of 2013. By that August, your chance of being successful.” superior rights to individuals, Murphey School, 224 Polk he was in the studio at Bull City Sound in turn weakening our national St. Call 615-3088. security. DURHAM ABOUT THE AUTHOR: CONCERTS Carpenter is a writer, motiva- • Nov. 1, 7 p.m. – Mary J. tional speaker and teacher. As a Blige, DPAC, 123 Vivian St. business professional, she was Visit DPACnc.com director of academic programs • Nov. 5, 7 p.m. – Bridging the poetry gap at Florida A&M’s School of Comedian Wanda Sykes, Business and Industry. DPAC Artists want to bring nonfans into the fold • Nov. 8, 7 p.m. – Pattie By Maria Magher the idea to start a theater devoted working on a book that he hopes LaBelle, DPAC CORRESPONDENT to working with black poets full to finish by December. He also DURHAM – There are some peo- time. runs an open mic night in Raleigh JOB HELP "I saw it as an opportunity to on Wednesdays and a poetry slam NCWorks Mobile Unit ple for whom poetry puts words to their soul, helping them to present poetry, spoken word every third Saturday at the Hayti returns to East Durham especially, in a new way to new Heritage Center. Nov. 4, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at express what was once only felt. South Driver Street, next to There are others for whom poetry audiences," Massenburg said. "It Massenburg was teaching Angier Avenue Baptist is an incomprehensible language was also a way to provide a new English and creative writing at St. Church. and where their only experience is outlet for the performing poets in Augustine's University before his reading the dry, dusty tomes of the community. We wanted to fellowship, and he has been a pro- ARTIST TALK the classics in high school or col- expand the reach of the art form lific poet. He has released five Lorna Simpson will give in the area." spoken word CDs, performed, led an artist talk Nov. 6, 7 p.m. lege. The Black Poetry Theatre hopes The Black Poetry Theatre fea- workshops, written for maga- at Nasher Museum of Art tures plays that Churchwell and zines, published two books of on Duke’s campus. to make poetry come alive for the latter and perhaps deepen the Massenburg have written togeth- poetry, and even appeared on the PLAYGROUND appreciation for the former. The er, as well as from other writers third season of the Lexus Versus Volunteers will build a theater puts on plays that present and poets. Churchwell said they and Flow on TV One. Both men playground Nov. 7, 8:30 poetry in a new way. Similar to have produced seven original have been active in the poetry a.m. to 3 p.m. at Red Maple plays so far and three plays from community and writing their own Park, 3320 Hinson Drive. how musical theater presents a traditional narrative and then other writers. Plays have tackled stuff for decades. More volunteers still need- subjects like the journey through Now that they are producing ed. breaks out into song to accentu- ate the storyline, the plays at the life, the battle between good and plays again, they are focused on PSI PHI Black Poetry Theatre break out evil, and a parent's love. expanding its reach. Churchwell Durham Beta Phi Chapter into verse at key dramatic points. The theater's most recent pro- said he and Massenburg are writ- of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity "I wanted to give people some- duction was "HERstory through ing together over email while he is will host Achievement thing that wasn't just an open His Eyes," which explores the away, and they would like to find Week Convocation Nov. 8, strength and courage that women a physical space for the theater. 4 p.m. at NCCU School of mic, but to give them a reason to come out and be a part of some- display through even the worst "We are looking to do four pro- Education, 700 Cecil St. experiences, such as domestic ductions this season," Open to the public. thing special," said Joseph Churchwell, aka "Church da Poet," violence and sexual assault. It was Massenburg added. "Then we will RALLY & MARCH one of the founders of Black the first play the theater had put begin to think about what we Fight for $15 movement Poetry Theatre, as well as a direc- on in two years since Churchwell want to present in the coming sea- will hold a mass rally and tor and producer. took a small break to tend to his sons. There are new possible col- march Nov. 10, 5 p.m. at Churchwell started the theatre family and the birth of his daugh- laborations with area organiza- CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran ter, while Massenburg started a tions. We have had some conver- Street. in 2007 with Chris Massenburg, a poet, writer, performance artist, fellowship at the Hutchins Center sations with artists about how to lecturer and educator who is for African & American Research keep our annual women's produc- CHAPEL HILL at Harvard University. tion growing. In March, we pres- FUNDRAISER known professionally as "Dasan Ronald McDonald House Ahanu." Churchwell said the two Massenburg is a Nasir Jones ent an original production that is Chapel Hill will host its were working with a woman from Fellow at the Hip Hop Archive. written by women, directed by major fundraiser Nov. 1, 6- the Manbites Dog Theatre who Both men also have been very women and performed by 8 p.m. at The Blue Zone at was looking to work with more busy with work outside of the the- women. We also want to encour- Kenan Stadium. Call (919) black poets in the area. They got ater. Churchwell is a graphic age more artists to think about 913-2045. designer and engineer, and is what they could create.” WWW.TRIANGLE TRIBUNE.COM The Triangle TRIBUNE Religion SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2015 PAGE 6B Help orship wanted: W personal riefs WENDELL BRILEY HILL BAPTIST By James Washington 6101 Riley Hill Road ads Raleigh Eastern Area Chapter THE DALLAS WEEKLY of The Gospel Music Let’s be real, how many Workshop of America will people have a personal rela- host its third anniversary cel- tionship with Jesus Christ? ebration Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. How about a personal rela- Contact: Linda Richardson at tionship with the Almighty (919) 413-3922. or perhaps a personal expe- rience with the Holy Spirit? WAKE FOREST Many of us can acknowledge EVANS GROVE and understand personal in 12700 Creedmoor Road the secular realm. We can all The church will celebrate its attest to personal relation- 80th anniversary Nov. 8 at 1 ships with other people. p.m. The public is invited. They are at times wonderful, painful, even traumatic, but RALEIGH you have to admit they are STATE STREET and have been indeed per- FILE PHOTO 1200-B South State Street sonal. The church will honor veter- In many instances, these ans Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. are the relationships that shape our character and COMPASSIIONATE BAPTIST define us as unique human 2310 Compassionate Drive beings. Not only do deep A parent forum is Nov. 14 at substantive personal rela- 12:15 p.m. All parents are tionships define us, they Profanity, violence invited. also can set a course for our lives long after they’re over. Your relationships to your DURHAM mother, brother, spouse, ST. TITUS By Phil Boatwright few exceptions, such as the new tual development. Why aren't we 400 Moline Street lover or friend can, and do, staples inrelease "Woodlawn"the and, a movies few talking about this epidemic? leave lasting impressions, if SPECIAL TO THE TRIBUNE A viewing party for the instal- weeks earlier, "War Room" – just To fend off the Hollywood's lation of Bishop Michael not scars, that never leave You don't hear many com- aren't about nurturing the spirit. hypnotic tugs, parents and chil- Curry as the 27th Presiding us and have consequences plaints about the excesses of "The Devil at 4 o’clock," made dren alike need to know God's Bishop and Primate of The for how we live and relate to Hollywood anymore. in 1961, was an guidelines and why He gave Episcopal Church is Nov. 1 at others today. Yes, I get cranky about profan- adventure/drama concerning a them to us. Church fellowship noon. It is how we deal with and ity in pictures, but who else is priest played by Spencer Tracy and family Bible study are still recover from personal rela- talking about the misuse of who had lost his faith. He went the best ways to reach our CHRISTUS VICTOR tionships that allow us to God's name by the film industry? through the motions but had nation's youth. And parents need 1615 E. Hwy 55 eventually become who we And when's the last time a critic become a man living by the laws to lead by example, living out A blessing ceremony for really are. You are an wrote an exposé about violence of his religion, not a walk with biblical principles and, yes, say- health and school kits, and extremely blessed person if in movies? Christ. Suddenly, in the midst of ing no to most movies. quilts is Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m. you are able to share life’s Nearly 30 years ago I wrote a his despair, the island that is his Who, in addition to our fami- monumental moments with guide called "The Movie mission field is threatened by a lies, is the big loser in this cul- NEW CREATION UM others. Most of us, if we’re Reporter"; its sole purpose was volcanic eruption. A ship is evac- ture war? Society. God has been 201 S. Alston Avenue honest with ourselves, keep to provide the synopsis and con- uating the population, but a few dismissed from school, vetoed Women’s Day is Nov. 8 at our most valued moments tent (the reasons for the rating) of his parishioners are still from government and canceled 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Mary hidden in secret places to of new theatrical releases. I did- trapped further up the moun- from the entertainment venues. Fulkerson of Duke Divinity cherish as treasures or to n't even offer an opinion at that tain. Aided by three convicts Look around. How's that working despise alone. time. The guide was meant mere- who have nothing to lose, the out for our country and our kids? School will speak. Isn’t it interesting that the ly as a tool to aid parents and priest goes against all odds to We are instructed in God's road to enlightened salva- concerned moviegoers. save his people. It's an allegory Word to be a light unto the DUKE CHAPEL tion begins with a personal Times, however, have changed, about finding redemption and world. We won't be until we Lauren Winner, assistant pro- experience that many call and despite the efforts of salvation. desire to rise above the culture's fessor of Christian ‘being saved,” being called, Christian film reviewers who One of the most striking things standard and embrace God's. Spirituality at Duke Divinity accepting Christ as their were as concerned about film about that film is that it probably "Friendship with God is reserved School, will speak at Duke Lord and Savior? Having had content as myself, could it be wouldn't be made today. Rarely for those who reverence him," Chapel Nov. 8 at 11 a.m. that experience, I can under- that the battle for restraint in cin- do we see films that even sug- the psalmist wrote. "With them stand how that might be ema has been lost? gest the existence of God. alone he shares the secrets of his SHERATON IMPERIAL puzzling to those who have Now I suspect that many read- Somewhere along the way promises" (Psalm 25:14, Living General State Baptist not. How can you have a per- ers of this column see very few moviemakers, in general, quit Bible). Convention is Nov. 9-11 at sonal experience or a per- of Hollywood's products, prefer- incorporating biblical ideals that In a secular forum, my asser- the Sheraton Imperial Hotel sonal relationship with the ring the occasional faith-based nourish the soul. Those ideals tions would be met with eye in Research Triangle Park. invisible, the untouchable, release. And there's the TCM net- need to be re-found by this gen- rolling, and some religious Visit the GSBC’s website for someone who has reported- work (Turner Classic Movies). It's eration. reviewers also eye-roll when I more information. ly been dead for over two not that you necessarily want to We need an infusion of complain of these matters. Many centuries? watch old movies, just ones that Hollywood productions that por- of my colleagues in criticism, in CHAPEL HILL My answer is if you had a won't offend your religious tray the kind of religious values order to relate to today's movie- UNITED CHURCH real relationship with some- beliefs. Right? So you avoid found in "Stars in My Crown," going demographic, are remain- OF CHAPEL HILL one who is now deceased or going to the movies. Good for "Inn of the Sixth Happiness" and ing mum about the margin of 1321 MLK Jr. Boulevard who is no longer in your life, you. But aren't you concerned "A Man Called Peter." abuse in movies and how the St. Paul AME Church of then you, too, can testify nevertheless with the direction Today's parents are supportive content of films affects our cul- Chapel Hill will hold a Gospel about the profound effect the media is leading the rest of of their kids' sports activities ture, then our society. 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The Bible talks By Jim Wiggins a.m. Contact: Bonnie Harley much more do we begin this would get to a point where I about the impact we, as SPECIAL TO THE TRIBUNE at (704) 214-7246. personal trip. You can’t have couldn’t comprehend; I couldn’t Christians, are supposed to have a personal relationship with The Rev. George Green knew figure Him out. It would get so in the world and the victory anyone until you truly God before he knew church. overwhelming, I would cry.The we’re supposed to be living in. In Send your church news to: understand and then His mother’s home teachings idea of God was so fantastic I my quest to understand more The Triangle Tribune, 115 respond to where he is com- laid the firm foundation of an wanted to know the truth,” he about God, I wanted to know Market Street, Suite 360G, ing from. Anything else is unchanging quest to know Christ said. how we got off track and why Durham, NC 27701; e-mail casual. That too is reality. that has led him from a young Green’s spiritual journey for things are the way they are [email protected]; or Only a fool would claim a boy lying awake awed by God’s answers continued during a stint instead of what God intended. fax 688-2740. Deadline: personal relationship with a mystery to answering the call 12 in the U.S. Air Force with “an “We have grown to define Tuesday by noon. stranger. Only an idiot years ago to lead his home con- episode with God” that fueled in everything from our perspective would submit themselves to gregation as pastor of New Light him a spirit of discernment that and not see things from God’s the direction of someone Baptist Church in Oxford. crossed his paths with others purpose and design; God’s plan. they just met yesterday. Green, 53, spreads his knowl- whose divine insight inspired What we have done is institution- How many times have you edge beyond the pulpit in his him to relinquish control and alized what it means to be a spent an ungodly amount of thought-provoking freshman abandon his own plan in favor of believer into a religion as time with someone who book, Everything God. God’s plan. opposed into the reality of how turned out to be foreign to Published in July, it offers a “I saw what being a Christian we exist. We are very good at your spirit? I guess what I’m devotional, educational and was supposed to do; guys talking practicing Christianity, but we saying is we don’t know God inspirational orchestra seat to about God like they talk about fall short in understanding what because we seek Him not. witness God’s perfect execution sports. What we did didn’t define it means to be God’s people.” We don’t know God because of His plan for believers. us; who we were defined what Reviews of Everything God we haven’t studied Him, His prime creation? To we did. It’s about the power of reveal readers were inspired to haven’t taken the time to get acknowledge, accept and ascend realizing who we are by simply seek a deeper relationship with to know what He’s all about, into His divine purpose for our being who we are.” God and His plan in their lives. haven’t shared, haven’t got- lives. Although Green authors a blog “This book is well written and ten personal. Long before he remembers about God’s plan for us and con- beautifully designed. It is A personal relationship is going to church, Green recalls temporary challenges of being a thought-provoking and perfect not achieved by casual con- his mother, Gladys, “standing us Christian, Everything God flowed for those who desire to know tact. It requires effort. It in a chair at the kitchen table, by from his pen unexpectedly – God in a more meaningful and requires time, yours and oil lamp, reading stories of the without outline or notes – as he intimate way. I highly recom- God’s. He’s waiting for you Bible to us. She would hold our sat down to ponder the unset- mend it!” wrote to make the introduction. fingers so we could follow the tling contradiction. Dee Smith of Durham. He’ll handle the rest. May words. The stories so fascinated “My understanding of God very Visit www.EverythingGod.net. God bless and keep you me, I would lie in bed at night early didn’t match what I saw always.