VOLUME 68 NUMBER 12 December 10 -16, 2015 25TH …SERVING THE BLACK COMMUNITY WITHOUT FEAR OR FAVOR...
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VOLUME 68 NUMBER 12
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25TH CELEBRATION OFKWANZAAFEST
DECEMBER 12 & 13
December 12th 10:00 am - 7:00 pm andDecember 13th 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Fair Park in Dallas, TexasIt's the 25th Celebration of KwanzaaFest. Come out and bring the whole family for
2 days of cultural celebration at the automobile building in the Fair Park. For 25 yearsKwanzaaFest has bought you one of the largest "free events in the Metroplex" andthis year is no different. Come out and shop for the holiday season also get freehealth screenings for high blood pressure, prostate screenings and bring your chil-dren and have their teeth and health checked. And if you need to sign up for ObamaCare this year before the deadline, you can even get that taken care of.
In 1990, KwanzaaFest rolled out its inaugural run and has been running ever since.The first Kwanzaa Fest was held at Lincoln High School and attracted approximately1,000 patrons.
KwanzaaFest, a 501(c) 3 organization, and its contributions to the north Texascommunities it has served for the past 25 years have been plentiful and varied. Theannual festival that hosts more than 50,000 people during a two-day event (the sec-ond weekend in December) at Fair Park in Dallas, Texas, has become a staple of sub-stantive family friendly activities and services needed by the community. KwanzaaFest has maintained its FREE admission to the public, thanks to our vast number ofsponsors.
Kwanzaafest tickets are available at the following locations.She's Happy Hair - 900 E Copeland Rd, Arlington, TX 76011KHVN- 5787 S Hampton Rd #285, Dallas, TX 75232Roberts Ready to Wear - 1702 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas, TX 75215Trendsetters Custom Automotive - 3107 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX 75237
Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson releasedthe following statement honoring the legacy ofthose soldiers that served and died during theattack on Pearl Harbor. Today marks the 74 yearanniversary of the attack. CongresswomanJohnson also submitted a congressional recordstatement honoring the victims of the attack.
"I would like to take a moment to honor the vic-tims who were killed during the devastating attackon Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 - a datewhich will live in infamy. Seventy-four years agotoday, more than 2,000 American citizens lost theirlives and more than 1,000 others were injured in asurprise attack by the Imperial Japanese Navy.
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is also aboutpaying tribute to those who served - and survived -during the attack. Petty Officer Doris "Dorie" Millerwas one such American who fought bravely duringthe conflict. Petty Officer Miller displayed remark-
able courage when his ship, the USS West Virginia, cameunder attack. As the fighting occurred, Miller dragged hisship's commander, who was mortally wounded by shrap-nel, out of the line of fire to safety. He then manned a 50-caliber Browning anti-aircraft machine gun and shot downat least three of the 29 Japanese planes that went downthat day until he was ordered to abandon ship. WhilePetty Officer Miller survived the attack on Pearl Harbor, hesadly lost his life during a second attack during the Battleof Makin Island when a Japanese submarine and aircraftattack sunk his ship."sibilities after achieving a higher educa-tion degree."
In addition to initiating conversations about college andcareer readiness, AASI focuses on academic achievement, socialand emotional development, cultural diversity, community part-nerships, parent and family engagement and student advocacyfor African American students.
"AASI wants to inspire all students to look at the worldthrough a lens of unlimited possibilities," Thomas said.
Amazingly, RadioShack not only still exists, it has made a big hire: Nick Cannon was onWednesday named chief creative officer.
"Actor/rapper Nick Cannon is also Radio Shack's new Chief Shirtless Officer,A young Cannon inherited his grandfather's stereo equipment, and, "after taking apart the
components and not knowing how to put the equipment back together, Cannon turned to hisneighborhood RadioShack in San Diego for help." He ended up with "the best sound system inthe area." As for what Cannon will do for the company, he'll "create a lot of cool things," says
Cannon. RadioShack gets more specific: The CCO "will maintain an officeat RadioShack headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas"; design playlists for1,733 stores; and he will help develop exclusive products; and "furthertransform the retailer into the must-visit electronics destination."
Nick Cannon, CCO of RadioShack. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
RadioShack's New Executive: Nick Cannon
On the game's final scoring drive, Matt Cassel's only two completions both wentto Bryant, helping set up Dan Bailey's 54-yard field goal with 9 seconds left Mondaynight that gave Dallas a 19-16 victory over the Washington Redskins and allowedthe Cowboys to somehow keep themselves in the thick of the playoff chase in thewoeful NFC East.
The last-place Cowboys (4-8) won for the first time this season without TonyRomo at quarterback, and made quite a jumble of their division. They are only onegame behind Washington, New York Giants and Philadelphia Eagles, who are all 5-7.
Washington had won its past five home games, but this loss continued a pattern:Washington have not won in consecutive weeks all season.
"I was frustrated," Bryant said of his first-half tantrum. "But then I had to calmdown and understand that this is the game. Everybody wants to make plays and bethere for their team."
At halftime of a game that was dull until the last 90 seconds, Bryant had zerocatches and had been targeted twice. He finished with three receptions for 62yards, including a diving 42-yard grab that led to - what else? - a field goal.
"I have to do a better job of giving him more opportunities," said Cassel, who isnow 1-4 as a starter in place of injured quarterback Tony Romo.
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COWBOYS REMAIN IN NFC EASTPLAYOFF RACE WITH
19-16 WIN OVER REDSKINS
74 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE PEARL HARBOR ATTACK REMEMBRANCE DAY
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The Premise Of LoveLove of God, Love of Country, Love of Self,
Love of Humanity, the Will to Serve.
The PremiseAmor a Dios, Amor Al Pais,Amor A Uno Mismo,
Amor a la Humanidad, y el querer servir.
Students from JamesMadison High Schooland South Oak Cliff
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If Dr. Martin Luther KingJr. were a candidate forU.S. president, what wouldhe be saying today on thecampaign trail? It's anintriguing topic and onethat a number of Dallas ISDfourth- and fifth-gradershave recently given a lot ofthought. Students from 15district campuses recitedtheir essays on the topicTuesday, Dec. 8, during thesemifinals of the annualGardere MLK OratoryCompetition.
Dallas law firm Gardere,sponsor of the annualcompetition, challengedthe students to combinetheir knowledge of currentevents and their under-standing of Dr. King's lifeand work to craft theiressays. The studentsselected as winners of theirin-school competitionsrecited their essays atsemifinals held in DallasISD's Ada WilliamsAuditorium at 3700 RossAve.
Gardere Board ChairHolland O'Neil explainswhy the firm has spon-sored the competition formore than two decades.
"Gardere is proud topartner with Dallas ISD tonot only encourage thewriting and oratory skills ofelementary school stu-dents, but to also celebrateDr. King's message ofequality with the Dallascommunity," O'Neil said."We are inspired each yearby these students' knowl-edge and passion for hon-oring his legacy."
Passionate certainlydescribes participantGuadalupe Zamora, thefifth-grader selected torepresent Arcadia ParkElementary in Tuesday'scompetition. AssistantPrincipal Maria Castillosaid Guadalupe impressedher teachers and thejudges with her knowl-edge, passion and self-con-fidence as she addressedthe thorny issue of immi-gration.
"She gave us goose-bumps," Castillo said. "Itwas great to see all of ourcompetitors go out, watchthe news and learn aboutwhat's going on. They real-ly took their speeches toheart and worked hard onthem."
At Urban ParkElementary, CampusInstructional CoachRomikianta Sneed said stu-dent Adrian Ojeda is look-ing forward to the compe-tition with great anticipa-tion and has even beenheard reciting his speech ingym class, in the cafeteriaand walking down theschool hallway.
Sneed said the competi-tion has been a great learn-ing experience for UrbanPark students.
"Speaking is one of themost important skills to bedeveloped and enhancedas a means of effectivecommunication," she said."This competition hasallowed our scholars tostep outside of their com-fort zone and be able toexpress their feelingsabout real-world situa-tions."
The winners from thisround of competition willpresent their speeches atthe finals at 11 a.m. Friday,January 15, 2016, at theMajestic Theatre in down-town Dallas.
Young Orators Have Their Say InSemifinals Of MLK Oratory Competition
Some 2015 Gardere MLK Oratory Competition participants pose for a quick pictureahead of the semifinal round of the contest. Photo Courtesy: Dallas ISD
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) begins Wednesday, Nov.18 offering the seasonal flu vaccine for children and adults at no cost. The fluvaccine is free for all uninsured and low income Dallas County residents.
There were 3 pediatric and 55 adult flu-related deaths in Dallas County dur-ing the 2013-14 flu season, and 19 adult deaths last season.
DCHHS Medical Director/Health Authority Dr. Christopher Perkins encour-ages everyone to get the flu vaccine once a year.
Individuals should also practice proper hand washing and other flu preven-tion methods, Dr. Perkins added. Flu materials are posted on the DCHHS web-site.
The flu vaccine DCHHS provides is an all-in-one vaccine that protectsagainst multiple flu strains including the H1N1 virus.
The adult vaccine is given in the adult immunization clinic on the first floorat the DCHHS building located at 2377 N. Stemmons Frwy. in Dallas. The chil-dren's vaccine is available at all DCHHS immunization clinics. Clinic hours arefrom 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Appointments aren't neces-sary. For more information call 214-819-2162.
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For over 30 years there havebeen two parades in Dallas,Texas commemorating the lifeand legacy of slain civil rightsleader, Dr. Martin Luther KingJr.
An annual march/parade isheld on Saturday sponsored bythe Martin Luther King Jr.Center and City of Dallas.Another annual parade is heldon Monday sponsored by aprivate community non-profitCelebrating Our Heritage. Onthis past week, Dallas CityCouncil member TiffinniYoung (District 7) beganefforts to move towards onlyone Dr. King commemorativeparade. For the first time aftermany years of discussion,Dallas will only have oneparade for the federal holidaycelebration beginning in 2016.Celebrating Our Heritage willwork with the City of Dallas tobring both parades togetherfor the inaugural Annual DallasDr. Martin Luther King Jr.Parade and Celebration onMonday, January 18, 2016.
Dallas Councilwoman TifinniA. Young who representsDistrict 7 where the annualparades are held says, "Afamous quote by Dr. MartinLuther King Jr. once said, Thetime is always right to dowhat's right. For over 30years, there have been twoparades commemorating Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Aswe work together to bridgethe gap and stand as one unit-ed Dallas, it give me greatpleasure to announce thatstarting January 2016, the Cityof Dallas is uniting with com-munity organizers to host oneDr. Martin Luther King Jr.parade."
The parade grand marshalwill be radio legend TomJoyner and will feature march-ing bands, drill teams, floats,community organizations,horses and more. The histori-cal parade has approximatelyover 200,000 eager spectatorsalong the parade route to cel-
ebrate the federal Dr. King hol-iday.
The community is encour-aged to visitwww.dallasmlk.com for moreinformation and to register tomarch in the parade, volun-teer or become a sponsor forthe grand event. Monday,January 18, 2016 stepping offat 10am
For more information on the2016 Annual Dallas Dr. MartinLuther King Jr. Parade &Celebration, please visitwww.dallasmlk.com or callWinsor Barbee at214.938.4211.
DALLAS WILL HAVE ONLY ONE PARADE TO COMMEM-ORATE THE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HOLIDAY
The 2016 Annual Dallas Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Parade & Celebration
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The holidays are coming andpeople are bristling aroundhere and there trying to getthings done before Christmasday. Children have their heartsaglow, mothers are hiding giftsfor Santa, and Fathers are try-ing to stay out of the way. It allcomes together for families toshare warm fuzzy and cozymemories of laughing, playing,singing, and sharing.
Unfortunately, with all of therushing around and trying toget things done, I wonder, havewe left Christ out of Christmas?The season has become moreabout buying, buying, andmore buying that the day thatwas set aside to acknowledgeour Saviors birth has been lostin the hustle and bustle of it all.We have bought into the hypethat more is better. When inactuality, the Christ child onlyreceived three simple gifts,gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
These three gifts represent-
ed something that was to comein his life, however. It foretoldof what His (Christ) life wouldstand for. The first gift theChrist child received from theMagi was gold. Therefore, Goldacknowledged Christ as beingof royal lineage; He was a King.The next gift the Christ childreceived was frankincense. Thiswas often used for funerals.The final gift was myrrh. Myrrhwas very rare during Jesus' dayand highly valuable. It too wasused in fragrances' and forfunerals as well.
Therefore, the three giftsacknowledged Jesus' royaltyand death. He was born to die.He would eventually give Hislife for us. His birth was fore-told and when He was born,the earth acknowledged Him.This is why the Magi were ableto find him and see the won-drous event by following thestar that led them to a child ina manger in Bethlehem.
If we could slow down andremember the reason why wecelebrate the season, thenthere could be more joy in ourhearts during this blessed andjoyous time. If we focus on oth-ers as well, we could be Christ'shands and feet during this holi-day season. May you and yourfamily keep Christ in Christmasduring this momentous andjoyous season. I know I will.Amen? Amen.
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By Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr.NNPA News Wire
Columnist
When you are consideredby millions of people acrossthe nation and throughoutthe world community to bethe "Leader of the FreeWorld," that is an awesomeand serious internationalresponsibility. Do youremember when PresidentObama was first electedeight years ago? There werenumerous pundits whoquestioned whether or notthe first African American tobe President of the UnitedStates of America had thefortitude and intellectualcapacity to provide leader-ship not only across thecountry, but also on theworldwide geopoliticalstage.
This month as PresidentObama prepares to enter hislast year as president, it isimportant to state for therecord that I believe historywill one day stipulate thatBarack H. Obama was in factthe most successfulPresident of the U.S. That isa fact in terms of Obama'sleading the restoration ofthe nation's economy,reducing the deficit, increas-ing employment, providinghealth care for the first timeto millions of people, inno-vating the energy sector,leading the world towardenvironmental and climateprotection, and challenging
racism by irreversibly shat-tering the myth of whitesupremacy.
There are some, however,who would ask what aboutthe escalating problems ofterrorism and the devastat-ing wars that still rage par-ticularly in the Middle East?Those are fair questions. Butwe should not forget aboutthe catastrophic aftermathof the ill-advised and coun-terproductive war thatPresident George W. Bushinitiated by unjustly invadingand occupying Iraq. Theinternational dangers andthreats of terrorism increaseexponentially as a directresult of the Bush-Chaneyregime.
The vast majority of allAmericans are proud of theleadership and success ofPresident Obama even inthe face of seven straightyears of partisan obstruc-tionism and political divisionin Washington, DC. In partic-ular, most African Americansapplaud the outstandingleadership of PresidentObama. It is also true thatthere are many in theAfrican American communi-ty who feel that PresidentObama should be doingmore to help improve theoverall quality of life of BlackAmerica unapologetically.
I, however, take a broaderview. Yes, all of the variousfederal government depart-ments and agencies directlyunder the supervision of theObama Administrationshould commit the next 12months to significantlyincrease the allocation ofresources to benefit andempower AfricanAmericans, LatinoAmericans and others whohave been historicallydenied equity and access toassistance from the federal
government.For example more funding
for all our Historically BlackColleges and Universities(HBCUs) and redirecting mil-lions of U.S. governmentadvertising dollars back toAfrican American-ownednewspapers, media compa-nies and other businesses tomake up for past non-equi-table allocations of fundsshould now be a top priority.Ending the disproportionatemass incarceration AfricanAmericans and others needsto be accelerated.
Of course confrontingpoverty in our communitieswith economic developmentand enhancing the educa-tion of our children contin-ues to be a priority. BlackLives Matter and we mustcontinue to protest policebrutality and the failure ofthe justice system to be fairand just.
Sometimes, when we onlysee the glass of life and soci-ety as being half emptyrather than being half full,our perspectives and aspira-tions will be constrained bythe negatives and contradic-tions of life. The resilienceand steady progress of BlackAmerica are not ultimatelyin the hands of our distrac-tors or oppressors. They arein our own hands. We areblessed, not cursed, with theresilience of African people.
Our ancestors refused topermit oppression to deter-mine their future. We,therefore, will not permittoday's oppression to deter-mine the sustainability ofour future. The reason why Ifocused this piece first andforemost of the essence ofthe contemporary leader-ship of President BarackObama is because if we donot lift him up, nobody elsewill. If we do not lift our-
selves up, no one else willdo it for us.
In case you did not see therecent press conference thatPresident Obama held inParis, France during theInternational Summit onClimate Change in the wakeof the tragic terrorist attackin that city, I encourage youto go online and view it in itsentirety. Why? Because atthat critical moment in Parisin front of other world lead-ers, President Obama didnot waiver. He rose to theoccasion with poise, stami-na, intellect, knowledge andtremendous strength ofcharacter, vision and integri-ty.
In short, the global geniusthat President Obama boldlydisplayed in Paris gave mil-lions of people throughoutthe world encouragementand a reaffirmation to con-tinue to work to make theworld a better place todayand for future generations.Tough and hard questionswere asked at the press con-ference. President Obamagave tough and clearanswers to all of the ques-tions in such a manner thatit should have made all of usproud and determined tokeep pressing forward forfreedom, justice and equali-ty for all.
Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr.is the President and CEO of
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In this wonderful psalm ofthanksgiving, the psalmistpraises the Lord, who is wor-thy of esteem adoration andthanksgiving. The Lord isindeed good unto us, andsince we are among the "sayso" crowd, let us praise Hisawesome name, for Psalm107:1-2, states: "O givethanks unto the LORD, for Heis good: for His mercyendureth for ever. Let theredeemed of the LORD sayso, whom He hath redeemedfrom the hand of the enemy."Personally, we should extolGod's name every momentof our existence for manifest-ing His love through theincarnation in sending Jesusto die for our sins, for I John
4:9-10 states: "In this wasmanifested the love of Godtoward us, because that Godsent His only begotten Soninto the world, that we mightlive through Him. Herein islove, not that we loved God,but that He loved us, andsent His Son to be the propi-tiation for our sins. Again,we need to bless God's namefor sending Jesus to act asman's substitute for sin, for IPeter 2:24 says: "Who Hisown self bare our sins in Hisown body on the tree, thatwe, being dead to sins,should live unto righteous-ness: by whose stripes yewere healed."
In verses 1-2, the psalmistwholeheartedly praises thename of the Lord because ofall of His benefits. Thepsalmist's adorations beginsas follows: "Bless the LORD,O my soul: and all that iswithin me, bless His holyname. Bless the LORD, O mysoul, and forget not all Hisbenefits." Like the psalmist,we need to praise Him for Hismanifold blessings towardus. The psalmist enumeratessome of the spiritual bless-ings he received from the
Lord in verses 3-5: "Who for-giveth all thine iniquities;who healeth all thy diseases;Who redeemeth thy life fromdestruction; who crowneththee with lovingkindness andtender mercies; Who satisfi-eth thy mouth with goodthings; so that thy youth isrenewed like the eagle's.
These blessings demon-strate that God has extendedmercy toward the psalmist,David. Those who have beenspiritually enriched by Godare indeed wealthy from aspiritual perspective. It isindeed a blessing to be spiri-tually endowed because ofsalvation, for Ephesians 1:3states: "Blessed be the Godand Father of our Lord JesusChrist, who hath blessed uswith all spiritual blessings inheavenly places in Christ."
In verses 6-8, David praisesthe Lord for exhibiting Hisfaithfulness to His people:
"The LORD executeth right-eousness and judgment forall that are oppressed. Hemade known His ways untoMoses, His acts unto the chil-dren of Israel. The LORD is
merciful and gracious, slowto anger, and plenteous inmercy." These gracious actsdemonstrated His compas-sion for His people. Becauseof God's love, He extends for-giveness to man and removeshis transgressions - "As far asthe east is from the west, sofar hath He removed ourtransgressions from us" (vv.9-12).
Although man's life is frailand fleeting, God's covenantloyalty is with those whoobey Him: "Like as a fatherpitieth his children, so theLORD pitieth them that fearHim. For He knoweth ourframe; He remembereth thatwe are dust" (vv. 13-18).David concludes this magnifi-cent psalm with an exhorta-tion to bless the Lord's name:"Bless ye the LORD, all ye Hishosts; ye ministers of His,that do His pleasure." (vv. 19-22). Yes, let us praise Hisname, for Psalm 113:3 says:"From the rising of the sununto the going down of thesame the LORD's name is tobe praised."
May God Bless!
"THE PSALMIST'S INVITATION TO BLESS THE LORD"PSALM 103:1-22
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and third Wednesdays ofeach month. On these desig-
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Students to stuff DART buswith donations for kids in
need News media representa-
tives are invited to join DallasArea Rapid Transit (DART) onFriday, Dec. 18, as Dallas ISD
students stuff a bus with newand gently used books and
toys destined for children liv-ing in homeless shelters this
holiday season.
Friday, Dec. 18, 2015Time: 9:30-10 a.m.
Place: Henry B. GonzalezElementary, 6610 Lake June
Road, Dallas, TX 75217
Once stuffed, the DART buswill deliver the goods to
Children's Medical Center ofDallas, 1935 Medical DistrictDrive, Dallas, 75235, the only
academic health care facilityin North Texas dedicated
exclusively to the compre-hensive care of children from
birth to age 18.
The books and toys werecollected by students fromDISD's Henry B. Gonzalez
Elementary School, RichardLagow Elementary School
and Comstock Middle Schoolas part of a Book and Toy
Drive used as a communityoutreach effort to teach stu-
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The last-place Cowboys(4-8) won for the first timethis season without Romoand now are only one gamebehind the Redskins, NewYork Giants and PhiladelphiaEagles, who are all 5-7.
"We are still in this thing,"Bryant said.
Hard to believe, but it'strue.
"I would never havedreamed it," Cowboysowner Jerry Jones said. "Youcan say it speaks to parity -and I guess it does. We arefortunate."
Here is what else to knowabout Monday's game:
NO TABLETS: A powerissue led to the teams notbeing able to use their side-line tablets during thegame. "We didn't havetablets, and we didn't havepictures. Typically, if theheadsets are off for oneside, they immediately gooff for the other side. Butthe NFL is working their waythrough the ruling withtablets and pictures and ittook a little while before itwas balanced on each side,"Dallas coach Jason Garrettsaid. "It's a challenge (to be
without that technology).You get so used to looking atthose and verifying yourthoughts."
UP AND DOWN: TheRedskins had won their pastfive home games, includinga 20-14 victory over theGiants last weekend, butthey continued a pattern:Washington has not collect-ed consecutive wins all sea-son. "We've shown flashes.Good quarters, good games,here and there," coach JayGruden said. "But the greatteams, the ones thatadvance in the playoffs andwin Super Bowls are consis-tent. And we have notbeen."
JACKSON: With score 9-alland about 1 1/2 minutesleft, Washington's DeSeanJackson fielded a punt at hisown 16 and headed up thefield. Jackson, who hadn'tbeen used as a punt return-er this season until lastweek, got past the 20,before reversing course andheading backward all theway to the 1, with variousCowboys in pursuit. As heagain tried to move forward,Jackson was surrounded andthe ball popped out, recov-
ered by punter Chris Jonesat the 15 with 86 secondsremaining. Two plays later,Dallas turned that fumbleinto its only TD. Jackson saidhe heard some encouragingwords from Gruden after-ward. "The best thing I couldsay was, 'I laid an egg; Imessed up,'" Jackson said.
WITTEN'S 1,000TH: DallasTE Jason Witten became thesecond NFL player at thatposition to reach 1,000catches, joining TonyGonzalez. Witten alreadywas one of only two tightends - Gonzalez is the other- with more than 10,000yards receiving. "I washappy to get it," Witten said."I'm just humbled by it."
QUITE A QUARTER: Therewere 18 points over the first58 1/2 minutes, 17 the restof the frenzied way. The firstquarter-plus was particular-ly ugly. The first nine posses-sions resulted in eight punts- five after three-and-outs -and one turnover, a com-bined four first downs, only68 yards of offense, and ahalf-dozen penalties for 66yards. In all, the teamstotaled four turnovers and16 penalties.
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The South Dallas CulturalCenter has received a$10,000 Challenge Americaaward from the NationalEndowment of the Arts tosupport the Center's annualBlack Women's FilmFestival, marking its 30thanniversary in 2016. TheChallenge America categorysupports projects thatextend the arts to under-served populations.
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Dirk Nowitzki got to see why people compare Kristaps Porzingis to him. And the rookiealmost ruined the view.
Porzingis led a fourth-quarter charge and finished with 28 points, but the Dallas Mavericksheld on for a 104-97 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday night.
Nowitzki scored 25 points after a strong start, and then offered some encouragement toPorzingis after the Mavs walked off with a victory that seemed would be much easier than itended up.
The comparisons are more than fair," Nowitzki said. "He's way ahead of the curve. When Iwas 20 I was scared to death out there. He's almost averaging a double-double out there.He's better than I was in my 20s, so the comparison is probably unfair to him. He's a com-plete package." Porzingis had 12 points in the fourth quarter of his first matchup withNowitzki, the German great he has been compared to for his perimeter shooting skills by a7-footer.
A night after making a season-best 16 3-pointers and scoring 116 points in a victory atWashington, the Mavericks appeared to be rolling again in this one. Nowitzki scored 11 in thefirst quarter to show the Mavs had plenty left for the second night of their back-to back.
Dirk loves these types of situations, taking the challenge of a young guy like this, andPorzingis is a special player," Mavs coach Rick Carlisle said.
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John Proctor is a one -of-a-kind personality, acoat of many colors, withone single objective. He isfocused 100% on blackownership, black produc-ers and black owned busi-nesses. Being extremelyproud of his roots, JohnProctor is from Calvert,Texas, his undisputed firstlove, and if you are notvery careful, you will hearmore about Calvert,Texas, than about his com-pany, his passions, hisfamily and his achieve-ments. First of all, in athree minute conversa-tion, Proctor wants toknow if you know whereCalvert, Texas, is.Whatever you do, do notanswer with a 'no',because then you haveopened up the ProctorTexas Library on Calvert,Texas. His favoriteAmerican is Rube Foster,from Calvert, Texas, thepioneering executive ofthe Negro Leagues. Hisnext favorite subject isabout Tom Bradley, alsofrom Calvert, the formerMayor of Los Angelesdoing the days John was inCalifornia.
I cannot write aboutBlacks in Constructionwithout thinking ofCoverall Management andAssociates, UniversityGeneral Hospital, someDISD Projects, theasbestos and demolitionclean up, on and on. All ofthese construction sitewere chaired by JohnProctor and CoverallManagement. His firm hascompleted over 35 proj-ects with a respectabledollar value exceeding mil-lions. CoverallManagement started busi-ness in 1978 in San Diego,expanded to Arizona, NewMexico and Hawaii in theelectrical, telephone con-struction area. Theresume of the companyboost a list of governmentagencies, timely comple-tion of projects, fair pric-ing, extensive experienceworking with private andnot-for-profit developersand owners. The man isconsidered a work of art.
You may rememberGTE. John Proctor yearsago staged a one manboycott against the thenGTE, now Verizon, locatedthen in their newgrandeur offices in LasColinas, Texas. A fewweeks into the boycott, hewas joined by many, manyfriends. John Proctor isdaring and debonair, driv-en and demure, definitelynot reserved. He hasalways been in a leader-ship role, even as footballcaptain in Calvert, Texas.You may wonder why withall this west coast atten-
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As mentioned in my lastweek's column, JohnProctor was electedChairman of the RegionalBlack ContractorAssociation (BCA) nowwith new offices on MLKBlvd. His focus has notchanged. As chair, he tellsme he will use this widerplatform to build momen-tum while actively grow-ing black businesses inthe Dallas Fort Worthregion. And that we candepend on, I assure you.
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New Jerusalem Institutional Baptist Church Officers, Associate Ministers and the entire Church
Family under the leadership of Pastor Ray Hines, Jr. will celebrate the 62nd Church Anniversary
This celebration will be Sunday, December 13th, 2015 at New JerusalemBaptist Church located at 3022 South Beckley Street Dallas, Texas. New Jerusalem was organized in 1953 by the late Dr. B. R. Riley.
Anniversary theme is "Walking Together in Love, Spreading the Gospel of the Kingdom."
Special guest for this occasion will be Pastor Todd Adkins and the SalemInstitutional Baptist Church Family.
Services will begin promptly at 3:30 P.M.We invite you to come and worship with us.
New Jerusalem Institutional Baptist ChurchCelebrates 62nd Church Anniversary
The Dallas Black DanceTheatre will mark the 20thAnnual Founder's Luncheonhonoring the founder AnnWilliams and the success ofthe 39-year-old dance com-pany. The luncheon will beheld Friday, January 8, 2016at noon in the Hilton AnatoleHotel, located at 2201 NorthStemmons Freeway, Dallas,Texas 75207.
The Founder's luncheon isthe major communityfundraiser for DBDT. Eventproceeds benefit DBDT'scommunity outreach andeducation programs in theDallas/Fort WorthMetroplex, including danceclasses, workshops, and lec-ture-demonstrations to over20,000 students (grades K-12) from Dallas ISD and othermetroplex private and homeschools.
"The luncheon will alsopay tribute to outstandingNorth Texans who havemade a long-term commit-ment to DBDT's arts and arts-education programming. The2016 honorees are excep-tional arts champions Donand Norma Stone and MarkCooks," said Ms. Williams,Founder and Artistic Advisorfor Dallas Black DanceTheatre.
The Honorary Chairpersonfor the event is DallasIndependent School DistrictSuperintendent of SchoolsMichael Hinojosa, Ed.D. TheFounder's Luncheon Co-Chairs are longtime commit-tee members HerdercineNash and Kellie L. Crewse.Clarice Tinsley, news anchorat KDFW FOX4 will be theMistress of Ceremonies.
The 20th AnnualFounder's Luncheon is pre-sented by JPMorgan Chase &Co. "JPMorgan Chasebelieves in the value of arts
education in changing andpropelling children's lives,"said Michelle R. Thomas,Vice President of GlobalPhilanthropy at JPMorganChase & Co. "We are hon-ored to partner with DallasBlack Dance Theatre to pres-ent the 20th AnnualFounder's Luncheon in orderto ensure thousands of localchildren continue to haveaccess to arts education andoutreach."
The luncheon is generouslyco-sponsored by Bank ofTexas, Locke Lord LLP,Deloitte, Hilton Anatole, andOrgano. Additional support isprovided by Edward andKalita Blessing, Jim andJoleen Chambers/VictorySearch Group, Fossil Group,Don and Norma Stone, TexasInstruments, Texas Woman'sUniversity, IntegratedLeadership Concepts,Inc./Herb and PauletteTurner, Warrior Elements,and Wells Fargo.
A steering committee of 30people is working to makethe Founder's Luncheon asuccess: Ms. Jeanette Allen,
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For more informationabout purchasing tickets or atable at the Founder'sLuncheon, contact DBDT'sDevelopment Office at 214-871-2376 or [email protected].
DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATREFOUNDER'S LUNCHEON MARKS 20 YEARSHONORING FOUNDER AND SUCCESS OF
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Members of Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder's LuncheonSteering Committee at a meeting
Seated (l-r) Rev.Claude O. Maples, Mrs.Sandra Malone, lunch-eon co-chairs Mrs.Kellie Crewse and Mrs. Herdercine Nash, andMs. Verna B. Mitchell. Standing (l-r) Mrs.Patricia B. Maples, Dr.
Ellen S. Cooper-Edwards, Ms. Winnie Buford, Ms.KimberlyRunnels, Mrs. Hattie Marie Newhouse, Ms. Gloria Lockett, and
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The Cotillion Idlewild Club 2015 Debutante Presentation Ball
On November 27, 2015, at the Renaissance Hotel, the Cotillion Idlewild Club presented six lovely young ladies at its 94th Annual Debutante Presentation and Ball.The ball, themed "The Essence of Sophistication, Intelligence and Radiance." continued the time-honored tradition of presenting young ladies of excellence to theDallas Society. Following the presentation the gathering was entertained by the electrifying Zapp Band.
The Honorable Dwaine Caraway, President of the Cotillion Idlewild Club states " The club is proud to present this outstanding class of young ladies who are theepitome of brilliance, beauty and grace". Dr. Lavern J. Holyfield, Chair of the Advisory Hostess Committee adds, "the advisors and I have had the opportunity toobserve and interact with these six lovely, vibrant and intelligent young ladies for several months- during rehearsals and in carrying out our various responsibilities.I am sure that others will agree that they are among the most positive, pleasant and focused young ladies whom we have ever encountered.
The 2015 Cotillion Idlewild Club Debutantes are:
Devon Symone Yarbrough, daughter of Mr. Donald Yarbrough andMrs. Vicki Blanton. Devon is a sophomore at the University ofMissouri in Columbia, Missouri majoring in Journalism and minoringin Political Science. Devon's escort for the evening was ClarkeAndrew Wilson, son of and Mr. and Mrs. Carl L. Wilson. Clarke is aPharmacy major at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana.Devon's personal advisors are Dr. Lavern Holyfield, Advisory HostessCommittee Chair; Mrs. Barbara Caraway, Co-Chair and Mrs. DeborahKelley-Hill member of the Cotillion Idlewild Advisory HostessCommittee.
Erynn Denise Reed, daughter of Ms. Danette Anthony Reed and Mr.Burnie Reed. Erynn is a sophomore at Texas Christian University(TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas, majoring in psychology with a minor insocial work. Escorting Erynn for the evening was Marvin JamesDavis, son of Mr. & Mrs. Marlon Davis. Marvin is an EngineeringSciences major at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Erynn'spersonal advisors are Dr. Bonnie Barrett and Mrs. Jessie Jordan,member and co-chair of the Cotillion Idlewild Advisory HostessCommittee.
Madeline Grace Jones, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Nathan E. Jones,III. Madeline is a sophomore at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowadouble majoring in Acting and Business Studies. Escorting Madelinefor the evening was Tyler DeRayle Walker-Wilson, son of Ms. JessicaA. Walker and Mr. Darrell R. Wilson. Tyler is a Radio Television Filmmajor at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. Madeline'spersonal advisors are Mrs. Barbara Washington and Mrs. EdnaBooker, members of the Cotillion Idlewild Advisory HostessCommittee.
Erica Yvonne Delgado, daughter of Mr. Eric Delgado and Mrs.Glenda Delgado. Erica's is a sophomore at Texas Tech Universityin Lubbock, Texas majoring in Community, Family and Addictionservices. Erica's escort for the evening was Autry Warren, III, sonof Mr. And Mrs. Autry Warren. Autry attends Texas A & MUniversity majoring in Agricultural Economics. Erica's personaladvisors are Mrs. Linda Edwards and Mrs. Barbara Steele membersof the Cotillion Idlewild Advisory Hostess Committee.
Ariel Nicholle Proctor, daughter of Reverend Mark and Mrs. MichelleProctor. Ariel is a senior at Howard University in Washington, DC. Arielis majoring in Legal Communications. Ariel's escort for the evening wasRobell Tocruray, son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel and Latany Tocruray.Robell is a Nutritional Science major at Texas Southern University inHouston, TX Ariel's personal advisors are Mrs. Gwendolyn Lawe, Mrs. ZanetteMaples and her mother, Mrs. Michelle Proctor, members of theCotillion Idlewild Advisory Hostess Committee.
Tiffany Rene Proctor, daughter of Reverend Mark and Mrs. MichelleProctor. Ariel is a sophomore at Howard University in Washington,DC. Ariel is majoring in Legal Communications. Tiffany's escort forthe evening was Deremi Prince Martin, son of Mrs. Robin Hill.Deremi is a finance major at Stephen F. Austin University inNacogdoches, TX. Tiffany's personal advisors are Dr. LavernHolyfield, Chair of the Cotillion Idlewild Club Advisory HostessCommittee and her mother, Mrs. Michelle Proctor, a member of theCotillion Idlewild Advisory Hostess Committee.
The Advisory Hostess Committee is chaired by Dr.Lavern Holyfield, co-chaired by Mrs. Barbara Carawayand Mrs. Jessie Jordan. Members of the committeeare Dr. Bonnie Barrett, Mrs. Edna Booker, Mrs. LyndaEdwards, Mrs. Gwendolyn Lawe, Mrs. Zaneta Maples,Mrs. Michelle Proctor, Dr. Barbara Steele and Mrs.Barbara Washington
The club presented each debutante with a $1,000.00scholarship, in addition, two outstanding young ladiesin the community were presented with the JudgeCleophas R. Steele and Mr. Theodore Lawe scholarship,in honor of longtime member and past president of theclub who depart this life earlier in the year.