EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA'S MINORITY VOICE - S ] Eastern North Carolina's ~ Minority Voice "In my writing as much as I could, I tried to find the good, and ia praise it. Alex Haley OICE. WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 23, 1996 By CONRAD W. WORRILL The Kwanzaa season is right around thecorner and, once again, the National Black United Front (NBUF), Chicago chapter, is pre- paring for our sponsorship of the annual citywide Karamu Ya Imani (Feast of faith ) Kwanzaa celebra- tion. This year’s Karamu Ya Imani Kwanzaa celebration will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 1997 at Kennedy King College, 6800 S. Wentworth. The celebration will begin at noon. It is estimated that more than 18 million African-Americans par- ticipate in some sort of Kwanzaa event. In the wake of the nsing African Centered Education Move- ment in America, it is important that every segment of the African- American community begins pre- paring for the Kwanzaa season. In order for this to occur, parents, teachers, principals, ministers, business people, and community activists must begin preparation immediately. The first question that should be asked in preparation for the Kwanzaa season is, what is Kwanzaa and why is it as impor- tant for African-American people? In the 1960s, the Black Power ex- plosion shook up America and suc- cessfully began the dismantling of the legal system of racial segrega- tion in the south. However, many Blacks felt there was a deeper meaning to the ideas of freedom, justice, and equality that had not been advocated by the Civil Rights Movement. .The call for Black BY ALVIN PEABODY Increased attention was brought to the public when two Ballou High School students were found mur- dered last April just blocks apart from another in southeast Wash- ington, D.C. Then two months later, the Lody of an unidentified Black female was found gagged near a vacant apartment complex and several weeks afterr that, an- other Black female was discovered in a wooded area, approximately three miles from where the bodies of the two Ballou female students were found. And in nearby Prince George’s County, Maryland, Nia Owens, a student at Northwest- ern Senior High School, was found dead near her school. ~The head of the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Di- vision has told the Informer that his agency is “making an efforts” in trying to reopen hundreds of unsolved cases involving the stran- gulation deaths of more than 100 African-American females within the last 10 years in the District of Columbia. At least 40 of those cases occurred east of the Anacostia River. ' “Let me tell you,” said Com- mander Alan J. Dreher, “we are doing everything in our power to not only re-open these unsolved cases, but we're also doing every- thing “We have been in contact with we can to find out how and why __ Prince George’s police and we have they were killed.” concluded that there is certainly By HOWIE EVANS Am News Sports Editor president of development. “I deserve this,” says the winningest coach (405-157-16) in college foot- ball history. “I would like the chance to go out a winner,” in- sisted the coach as media types from across the country invaded the campus this week . Robinson has his supporters on and off the campus, as well as around the nation. But there is The Grambling State Univer- sity community is being ripped apart as Coach Eddie Robinson fights to continue for one more year. Now 77 years of age, with the past 55 as Grambling’s head foot- ball coach, Robinson refuses to re- sign and assume the duties of vice I “SBE ALL YOU CAN BE?.... That's just what Private Dante Johnson intends to do. A 96 g te and former Rose High football player, the ‘M’ Voice staff watched our brother grow into quite a young man. Dante, shown above, visited with his Sister Sharon Grice, and other members of his family wing the successful completion of his basic training. He is obligal his way to Fort Texas, to continue his military obligations. < +. iif \ 4 | accra Weaaiam: Power by Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, Kwame Turu (a.k.a. Stokely Carmichael), and others gave a new impetus for the Black Liberation Movement in America. When the smoke cleared from the Watts rebellion in 1965, an organization emerged in the Los Angeles, California area called “US.” Its leader, Dr. Maulana Karenga, became a noted spokes- man for the independence, libera- tion, and the acquisition of power for African-American people. After intense study of African cultural traditions, Karenga es- tablished the only nationally cel- ebrated, indigenous, non-heroic Black holiday in the United States that he called Kwanzaa. The no relationship between the mur- der in D.C. and that of the young student,” Capt. Dreher said Tues- day. Since the deaths of 15 year old Chameka Lazenby and 15 year-- old Nickeshia Semple, pressure by community activists and residents have been placed on the Metro- politan Police Department to bring closure to most of these unsolved murders of Black women in D.C. Intheinterviewnew,Capt.Dreher . told the Informer that several sus- pects have been brought in for ~ questioning regarding the Lazenby-Semple murders. “Yes, there are several individu- als we are looking at, some of whom have been reinterviewed by our Cold Case Squad,” said the Homi- cide commander, who refused to Coach Robinson Pleads For One More Year also a groundswell movement of people, some loudly suggesting the coach should retire. A large group of influential alumni are pressuring Grambling president Dr. Raymond Hicks to force the coach to resign, or outright re- place him. James Bradford, Grambling’s national alumni president, is among those seeking achange. One of the most influen- tial Blacks in the state of Louisi- ana, Bradford says “No one can question what Coach Robinson has meant to Grambling. But at some point, we have to think about what is best for the future of this university, not what is best for Eddie Robinson. No football coach See, Coach Robinson, page 2 Why African By STEPHEN FRALEY Kwanzaa was born out of the Black nationalism of the 1950s and 1960s. As large numbers of African nations gained indepen- dence, our cultural identity with the motherland bloomed. For the first time, we became proud of our African ancestry. When Elijah Muhammad, Malcolm X and others spoke of nationalism, physical separation was the ultimate goal. This fright- ened many of our people. The idea of a separate nation has lost favor over the ears, but the mention of nationalism still engenders those old fears. Fortunately we have more pal- atable definition s of nation. We've put too much blood and sweat into the United States to just walk away. And the thought that America would surrender part of herself for any cultural or ethnic group is beyond comprehension. Black nationalism in the modern sense is focused an the men tal, emotional, economic, political and social aspects of our lives. The es- sence of a nation is not separate territory but, common interests, customs, origins, his tory and lan- guage. Kwanzaa is a Kiswahili term which means “the first fruits ofthe Black communities around the country preparing for Kwanzaa ; concept of Kwanzaa, as Karenga established it, was derived from the African custom of celebrating the harvest season. Karenga ex- plains that “the origins of Kwanzaa on the African continent are in the agricultural celebrations called the “first fruits” celebrations and to a lesser degree the full or general harvest celebrations. It is from these first fruit celebrations that Kwanzaa gets its name which comes from the Swahili phrase ‘Matunda Ya Kwanzaa.” Karenga further explains, “The first fruit celebrations are recorded in African history as far back as Egypt and Nubia and appear in ancient and modern times in other classical African civilizations such as Ashantiland and D.C. Police Continue Probe Into Deaths of 125 Black Women Several Suspects Under Questioning In Ballou Students Case identify the suspects. “We rely heavily on community assistance for any information that can help us,.” “I’ve heard that there were suspects in the case and I’m very pleased to hear that,” said Rahim Jenkins, head of the Lazenby- Semple Community Task Force, which is comprised of various busi- ness, andcivic leaders. Tabernacle Missionary Baptish Chruch recently installed a new pastor... Rev. Barry Berryhil neekt iad Sister Teresa McCoy, personality of Radio Station WOOW’s “Life Situations” has lots of reasons to smile these days... one of which is the fact that her efforts to help save the South Greenville Boys & Girls Club have not been fruitless. Donations were received to allow the Boys & Girls Club to remain open. Happy Holidays to all are sent from Sister McCoy! Staff Photo: Jim Rouse ee ‘ l, who is shown above with his wife and family while on a leisure shopping visit to one of the local malls. Congratulations to Tabernacle and best wished to Pastor Berryhill. Staff Photo: Jim Rouse - Americans continue to resist Kwanzaa harvest.” It is an annual event observed from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1. During this time, we pay tribute to our ancestors and celebrate our rich culture. Dr. Maulana Karenga, a Black studies profes- sor founded Kwanzaa in 1966 as an expression of cultural national- ism. | Nguzo Saba, the seven principles of Kwanzaa, are excel- lent guidelines for lifting our selves and redoubling our efforts toward human rights and equal opportu- nity. We must do our best to incor- porate the Nguzo Saba into our most fundamental beliefs, values, thoughts and goals. The seven principles are: Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self- determination), Ujima(collective work and responsibility), Ujamma (cooperative economics), Nia (pur- pose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith). Kwanzaa has been observed in America for 30 years. Why do so many continue to resist celebrat- ing it? The first day of Kwanzaa fol- lows so closely after Christmas that many Christians misperceive it as a competing religious holi- day. Others find it difficult to cel- ebrate Kwanzaa after a busy Christmas season. It remains sec- ongary or forgotten. Second, some of our people are simply unaware of Kwanzaa. It is unfortunate that in 1996 so many are still linked by common prob- lems rather than common goals, failing individually rather than succeeding as a group. A common consciousness is needed. Third, there are others who have lost hopein our progress and choose not to “waste” their time. Apathy is our worst enemy, and these brothers and sisters ought to think long and hard about the legacy they’re passing on to their chil- dren. Fourth, alienation also keeps Black people from celebrating Kwanzaa. All of us have been brainwashed by the media’s nega- tive portrayals of Africa. These negative images continue to con- trol many. They are so alienated and confused that the mere men- tion of African words or customs embarrasses them. It is difficult to reverse this trend because we lack mainstream media support. If folks saw Kwanzaa covered in the news, on talk shows and in dramas and sitcoms, they would gradually embrace the concept. There should be an annual televi- sion special which would delin- eate the seven principles with dis- cussion, celebration a ment. i, Finally, I believe that some Afri- ’ can-Americans refuse to celebrate Kwanzaa due to subconscious fear of offending white people (e.g. su- pervisors, colleagues and friends). There is the assumption that to embrace one’s culture is tanta- mount to denigrating another cul- ture. Folks need to realize thatitis not about superiority, but choice. Embracing Kwanzaa demands open-mindedness. It demands that we learn about ourselves and be- come involved in the struggle for | independence, dignity and respect. ‘ Kwanzaa implores us to identify | with our African heritage and to be proud of our accomplishments the world over. It demands that we have the courage to change and 7 the commitment to continue grow- : ing. In essence, to overcome our resistance to Kwanzaa demands’ that we develop a new perspective on life. Stephen Fraley is a graduate teaching assistant at the Consortium ofthe Niagara Fron- tier, a prison college program. He is also resident directorofthe Com- munity Preparation Center and | editor of Echoes Literary Maga- = zine, a college publication. He is doing 20 years to life for murder _ and will be eligible for parole in 2001. * ay BEATRICE MAYE 10 Habits of HAPPY FAMILIES 1: Physically and verbally ex- pressing your love. 2: Talking out problems. When you don’t talk about things that bother you, they fester and often get worse. 3: Having shared goals. com- mon goals serve to unify a family and give members a reason to sup- port one another, like a vacation together, can make your family ea like a strong unit. .. ¢€ Pelion eater in times of - adversity. Teamwork is crucial _ during tough times because with- out it, it’s easy for a family to draw apart and star blaming one an- other for whatever is wrong. 6: Sharing fun together, fun times. Doing things together - whether eating meals, going to _ church or spending Saturday af- ternoon at the movies - gives fami- lies a needed break from routine chores. “This break lets them re- lax together and see new interest- ing sides to one another”. 6: Making your marriage a pri- ority. Couples would be wise to put as much energy into their marriage as into their kids be- cause a strong marriage makes for ~ strong and happy family. Know- ing that their parents’ marriage is safe and stable makes the chil- dren feel secure, and gives every- one in the family a solid base of love to grow on. 7: Giving children chores. Pick- ing up clothes, their clothes, rooms cleaned every day and helping out with the nightly dishes. While kids sometimes gripe about doing things around the house chores actually help them feel happier about themselves. This is because completing their chores proves to kids that they can be responsible. 8: Limiting how much televi- sion your family watches. The conned families wiih half as much TV as the average American family - 7 1/2 hours as opposed to- 15 hours a week, says Phillip R. Kunz, Ph.D., pro of sociology at Brigham Young University and co-author of a 10 year study on happy families. Why does TV add up toa happier family? Simple: “If you spend less time watching TV, you will naturally have more time and energy to spend doing family things that will bring you closer”, says Kunz. 9: Celebrating family history. Allyson Denning has raised her kids on tales of her grandmother and grandfather, who worked their way up from poverty to become a store owner. “Even though my children have never met them, they are their heroes”, says the 42-year old nurse. Allyson is smart. When you pass down family stories and tra- ditions, you give your family the sense that it is special and unique, adding to its overall happiness, says Kunz.. 10: Having outside friends and activities: Families who do every- thing together run the risk of ei- ther growing bored with one an- other for taking one another for granted. The key -is to have a good balance between family activities and outside ones. That way, you really appreciate the them you do have together. NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTMAS CAROLING THE SOUTH LEE STREET NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT, INCORPO- RATED WILL SPONSOR NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTMAS CAROLING ON SAT- URDAY, DECEMBER 21ST ON SOUTH LEE STREET IN FRONT OF THE SOUTH AYDEN ALUMNI MARKER IN AYDEN AT 5 PM. EVERYONE IS INVITED TO RAISE THEIR VOICE IN PRAISE OF CHRIST'S BIRTH. REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED AFTERWARDS IN THE OLD FILLING. STATION’S LOT COMPLIMENTS OF RALPH’S PLACE. 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Don’t answer the telephone loss to Southern in the Bayou Clas- during dinner. sic, Hicks respectfully asked 3. Stop trying to please Robinson to resign so the univer- everybody. Start pleasing _.8ity could move forward. Robinson yourself. . “ sdeniéd he had been asked to re- 4. ae out an hour a ras. for sign. But, his wife Doris said in- solitude. deed it was true. “He feels the university hasn’t been fair with him,” said Doris Robinson, who for a number of} ears has urged her _ husband to resign. * Robinson/publicly states he will step asid¢ if asked, but will coach 5. Set aside one day a rock for rest and renewal. 6. For every “Yes” , let there be a SNio”’, 7, Don’t squander precious resources: time, creative energy, emotion. - _ Text séAson “if they let me.” For 8. Never make a promise you “is part, the man in the middle, can’t keep. Hicks, says, “We have had ongoing 9, Allow an extra half-hour for discussions about Coach everything you do. Robinson’s future, but we have not 10. Always carry something issued any ultimatums to him.” interesting to read. James Bradford says, “This is- 11. Breathe - deeply and often. sue with the coach is not new. It’s 12. Drink pure spring water - lots been going on all season. Even of it. before the losing continued. We 13. Always opt for comfort. wanted to be fair and let him make 14. Cultivate gratitude the decision as to when he would 15. Be instead of do. leave. But he never did. It’s not 16. Exchange security for fair to the school.” Hicks has no serenity. desire to have as his legacy, the 17, Luxuriate in your senses. man who fired Eddie Robinson, 18. If you don’t love it, live who obviously has the upper hand without it. in this controversy. Coaches and 19. Let Mother Nature nurture. | 2dministrators within the South- 20. Go to bed at 9 o’clock twicea Western Athletic Conference week. (SWAC) and around the country 21. Move - walk, dance, run, find 2F€ Supporting Robinson. a sport you enjoy. Hicks is in a Catch-22 situation. ' Public sentiment is against the firing of Robinson. But he realizes Robinson’s departure would be in the best future interests of the school. If Hicks gives in to Robinson, he will be perceived as “weak” by the alumni and his future at Grambling would definitely be jeopardized. “It’s his call,” said a former Grambling All-American. 22. Begin and end the day with prayer, meditation, reflection. 23. Strive for realistic deadlines. 24. Approach problems as challenges. 25. Nurture friendships. 26. Honor your aspirations. 27. Savor beauty. 28. Cherish your dreams. 29. Don’t be afraid of your passion. are . 30. Search for your authentic self Le Sie to0 see Coes! SUE . this. But Hicks must do what is until you find her. CADE INSURANCE AGENCY 720 Dickinson Ave. Greenville, NC 27834 BUSINESS 752-2862 F.P. CADE WARREN B. CADE wanzaa is a holiday that honors African American people and their past. It begins on December 26 and lasts for seven K people could learn about their African history and customs. . eee that annie all Africans to explain his ney seescneuseeouses Sot What Is Kwanzaa? days until January 1. It is not a religious holiday like Christmas or Hanukkah. Kwanzaa was first celebrated in 1966 by an African American teacher named Dr. Maulana Karenga. Dr. Karenga started the holiday so that African American When Dr. Karenga began planning a celebration for African Americans, he looked at their history. He learned that the ancestors of many African Americans came from the western part of Africa. Many of the ethnic groups or tribes that African Americans descended from: have their own languages and ways of communicating. 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We all love Coach, but this is =e all of us.” Earlier this week, a source in Ruston, La., told the Amsterdam News, “Coach was real upbeat about being considered to coach for another year. It would prob- ably be a smart thing to do if all parties agree to give him another year. The 400 wins killed him,” said our source. . “He was so busy going around the country, heignored recruiting. They missed out on a lot of play- ers.” Robinson, realizing his back is against the wall, has hit the re- cruiting trail. Saturday, he will be in the New Orleans State 5 differ- ent class championships at the New Orleans Superdome. “One more year would mean a lot to me,” said Robinson, who ago- nized through a second consecu- tive losing season (3-8), and the fourth in the past 10 years. “I know a lotof the alumni want me to go,” says Robinson, “but I love Grambling and it’s hard to just give it up.” Those urging Robinson to resign point to some serious issues sur- rounding the program. He faced up to his team in 1995 when they didn’t receive their Heritage Bow] rings from the 1994 game as prom- ised. A potential boycott was pre- vented. The players eventually received their rings. . The school’s athletic programs, in particular the men’s and women’s basketball programs as well as the football program, has been under NCAA scrutiny for the past eight months. Charges of grade changing, illegal practices and other infractions have been cited. “T'd like to go out coaching,” said Robinson. “The fish don’t bite for me. The golf ball doesn’t roll. Foot- ball is all I know. I want to go ont swinging.” Many say the coach has finally struck out, and now it’s time to let someone else step to the plate. Bit there are strong indications Rob may get another year. When you think of all his accomplishments and what he has meant to Grambling, perhaps he should get another year. But another losing season will severely hamper tiie program. YOU RIDE TODAY! If you are a member of the State Employees pee eee you can call me for a § r ‘i 3 ESTS LESS LSRERELLALAISTECE I ree 2S : ;e F 7 See estes: + | ZR RRS os re we z dt the Carnegie Library in Pitts- g\purgh, Pa., is an exhibit portray- gts youthful African Americans “that have been killed and a num- per of poems and portraits done by local residents. Ironically, there is a portrait done by a youth, who had been charged (found “not guilty”) with © the murder ofa person whose name ‘Blame game for economic, and photograph appeared on the blackboard. As I drove home, I reflected on the question, what has the com- munity really done about the shoot- In loving memory .4 ROBERT LEE GASKINS; SR. , was born on December16, 1935 to “the late William & Annabelle "Gaskins in Pitt County, North ‘Catolina. Robert graduated from South Ayden High School on May nr24, 1956. Robert met his future 9wife as asophomore in high school, -vit was love at first sight. Immedi- ‘ately after finishing high school, » he relocated to Jersey City, New “Jersey. Over the years the rela- “*tionship continued into holy mat- “Yimony on May 18, 1961. Out of “the marriage they ‘had four chil- ardren, Marilyn L. Gaskins Mills, the second child, which was a girl, x was stillborn, followed by his only _qgon, Robert Gaskins Sr. and last, Maurice Gaskins. _ His first job was employment at ‘a radiation company, after several “Years it was relocated to Buffalo, New York. At that time, he was avgiven the option to relocate with sethe company or attend a training program to prepare him for fur- ;rther employment. He selected to _ train 1 in auto body repair in New- “ark, New Jelsey. During his ap- 'renticeship he was given a job in “Bayonne, New Jersey. Out of that iwemployment was born the Gaskins -sAAuto Body Repair. He was self -yemployed for seven years. Then, , after discussing with his wife, they decided to relocate to Silver Spring, Maryland in which options seemed “nore favorable. "" When first relocated he was em- ’R ployed at Al Packer Ford Bony and eRE A P g wae o, vi © bys Py “ ad) ar 3 7 a # > Fender Shop with the intention of working self employed part time, but soon after relocating he devel- oped an allergy to paint. His whole life seemed to shatter. He then heard about a landscaping pro- gram which was recently imple- mented at the Montgomery County government, he worked there un- til the landscaping program was contracted out in 1985 He and his family moved to Baltimore, Mary- land in 1979. He attended St. Mark’s diligently for many years. In 1982 under the leadership of Rev. Bernard Keels, he joined St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. Then he had an option to apply for employment in several areas, he decided to apply for a bus driver position and since then and until he departed his life he had been employed as a bus driver for Mont- gomery County government. He had received numerous awards for safe driving record such as certifi- cates, cups, plaques and a gold watch. He leaves to mourn: his wife of thirty-five years, Verna Ruth Gaskins; two daughters, Marilyn L. Gaskins Mills and Maurice Gaskins; one son, Robert GaskinsJr.; one grandson, Robert Gaskins III (his pride and joy), one granddaughter, Danyell Johnson; his sisters, Mary Gaskins Benekins of Jersey City, NewJersey, Willie Carol Forbes, Alice Forbes Wilson and Gloria Forbes of Ayden, North Carolina; two brothers, Grady Gaskins of Greensville, North Carolina and Donald Forbes of Newark, New ersey; six sisters-in- law, Mary Lawson Ellison of Flush- ing, New York, Vernell Gaskins of Greensville, North Carolina, Rosalee Moore, Ellen Moore and Ella Moore of Grifton, North Caro- lina and Carol Forbes of Newark, New Jersey; five brothers-in-law, Ronnie Benekins of Jersey City, New Jersey, Rev. Charley Wilson of Ayden, North Carolina, Willie Ellison of Flushing, New York, Jonas Moore and William Moore of Kinston, North Carolina. He leaves approximately fifty nieces and nephews; one uncle, James Ellison and one aunt, Mattie Can- non. For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven; a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; atime to weep, and atime to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; a time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; a time to seek, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away; a time to rend and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; a time to love, and a time to hate; a time for war, and a time for peace. Ecclesiastes 3:1- 8 aay yrs aie ~ i tite? q woe ferotier Herman Amis, of Radio Station WNJR in Newark, visited our fair city recently to promote an album by the Original Keynotes Gospel Music Singers. Terence E. 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Shop the Budget-priced store and save BIG !!! That’s the Shoe Outlet, located on the corner of Ninth and Washington Streets in Greenville. Staff Photo by Jim Rouse Rev. Blake Phillips Owner and Public Relations ing, murder and terrorism that runs rampant throughout our com- munities? In 1863, President Abraham Lin- coln signed the Emancipation Proc- lamation and in the 60’s we sang “We Shall Overcome.” In the 1990s, asmall minority of our children have gone completely over the edge. They show no re- spect for the lives or property of other people. We wring our hands and com- plain, but far too many of us have permitted this minority of hood- lums to intimidate us. It’s common on certain corners to see these thugs with all kind of hair styles, strutting and swag- gering, trying to look as intimidat- ing as possible. These hoodlums double park in the streets and dare you to blow your horn. They congregate at bus stops tothe extent that some people will ride to the next stop to get off. One of the most devastating as- pects is those animals, who get away briefly, brag and tell others Here’s A THE 'M'-VOICE - WEEK OF £ DECI social woes masts S how they snuffed some body. They don’t realize, and may not even care, that they are doing the Klan’s work. The only difference is they wear colors instead of whitesheets. What will we, the community do about this situation? Who is the majority community? The major- ity community consists of you and I, mothers and teachers, concerned adults, preachers, police, politi- cians and any person, who wants to make our communities safe and livable. Do we stand up for our commu- nities on moral or monetary basis or both? Must we get paid to in- form? Have we reached the point that enough is enough? Are we really scared of these punks or is that just another ex- cuse to allow someone else to take the lead? When do we stop blaming all our problems on the alleged White op- pressors, on the White educational system, on the White-controlled news medium? When do we stop denying that our kids, our loved ones, sell drugs, rob, steal, kill, shoot? And that some of 4 kids are hoodlums who m treated like the animals they If we really and truly beli that Black is beautiful, ify we understand the significance of Black history, if we really are aware of the great contributia that Blacks have made since beginning of time, (i.e. Atricats had steel instruments 2 ,000 years before the western world had brain surgery), we must also focus on the fact that we are not only the descendants of slaves, but also the descendants of kings and queens. If we can put these achieve- ments into proper perspectivé, then we as African American men and women will rise up and take back our communities. We must do whatever is called for. In conclusion: It is apparent not only to me, but to many other people, that the first step in ad- dressing this severe problem lies in the hearts and minds of African Americans. GREAT Last Minute Gift Idea! Brighten someone’s holiday by making a “gift payment” on their Greenville Utilities’ bill. GUC will credit their ac- count with whatever amount you Choose to pay. At the time of payment, you'll re- ceive a card that you yp 14D 5. of + =; al can present to the gift recipient(s) to notify them of your special gift. Cards are available at GUC’s Main Office and GUC Express. niversity arry College \ : 4 4 4 H | | 96" ae | 7 i ee 1 Fisk University. founded in i866 by the h | American Missionary Association, was chartered 4 in 1867 to provide aigher education for 7 men and women regardless of race. Named for " General Clinton B. Fisk, assistant commissioner wa of the Freedman’s Bureau for Kentucky and Tennessee, it was originally housed in army barracks. The first permanent building, Jubilez Hall. was completed in 1876, and built with funds raised in American and European concert tours by the Fisk Jubilee Singers. tists than — other institution. § National Landmarks that have stood the test of time... Fisk University and Meharry Medical ‘College... were visited during a summer trek by our staff photographer, Brother Jim Rouse. ‘Many of the great African-American legends are products of these two institutions. kh Affirmative action programs hance deserve a Californians recently voted to end affirmative native action programs. We are thoroughly convinced that they made their move too soon and are hopeful that other states will not follow suit. African-Americans, other minorities and women have been treated as second class citi- zens for centuries in this great na- tion. Affirmative action programs, which have existed for only 30 years, have attempted to correct these long-term abuses. Despite that at- tempt, there is no way in the world that such programs have righted the wrongs. That being the case, the healing has not been completed and should be allowed to continue. For decades, the United States has been called the “Land of Opportu- nity” and has also engendered in many of its citizens a quest to share in the so-called “American Dream.” Affirmative action programs were second Cc originally drafted to extend the pre- viously mentioned “opportunity” and “dream” to millions of people who had been traditionally locked out of the system Some people called affirmative action programs discriminatory because a number of the programs wrongly permitted less-qualified women and minori- ties to go to college, to get jobs and contracts while denying more quali- fied White males. That was wrong and was never the intent ofthe original affirmative action laws imposed by the federal government. Andy Porter, a 67-year-old White voter in California, said, “I’ve been working 40 years and the only dis- crimination I’ve seen has been to- ward me because of affirmative ac- tion. (Employers) say, ‘Today we have to hire a Black person or a brown person,’ even though the White or other is more qualified.” ’ i 4 That, however, is not what affirma- tive action is supposed to do. It was hever supposed to place an unquali- fied person ahead of a qualified one. Neither was it intended to be uséd as a tool to showcase Blacks or mi- norities as inferior. Mistakes were made in many affirmative action programs, but that does not mean that the concept and its many prgp- erlyimplemented programs deserye to be terminated. Thirty years of affirmative action pro grams have brought about, in the total measure of things, only inches of progress for the nation’s minorities and women. As a result, such programs should not be ended but, instead, desefvé to be extended. Anyone who ques- tions that should remember the ve- cently revealed Texaco tapes and how executives at the company:la- bored to allegedly keep minorities from being promoted. = w 7 African-American students are 2 embracing the Empowerment Agend# By Celina Inman Challenger Staff Writer WILMINGTON—During the past few months, Black student leaders at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Duke University in Durham, N.¢ joined a growing number of leaders and organizations that are promot- ing the National Black Family Empowerment Agenda. The gen eral consensus appears to be that as future leaders, the Agenda offers an opportunity for them to develop leadership skills in a context that will benefit the overall Black com- munity. The student leaders are in nave the process of defining the role that they should play in the Agenda movement and developing strate- gies to contact Black student asso- ciations all over America. Because many of the Agenda activities will be coordinated via the Internet, stu- dent leaders are ideally suited to serve as intermediaries between the developments on the Internet and churches and community organiza- tions. Churches and community- based organizations are being iden- tified to receive various informa- tion relative to church and commu- nity-based Agenda models that will make up the heart and soul of the Empowerment Initiative. The Duke Black Student Alliance will present the Black Family Empowerment Agenda at the Southeastern United States African American Student Leadership Conference being hosted by the UNCW Black Student Union January 31 through February”?2, 1997 in Wilmington, N.C. Attor: ney Peter Grear, the founder of the Empowerment Agenda, considers the involvement of Black student associations essential to the Agenda’s success. Organizations and individuals wanting more 4n- formation or to join the Empowerr ment Agenda Movement should call 1-800-222 8009. x State Board and Superintendent-Elect + Promise Joint Effort to Strengthen Public Schools The State Board of Education and State Superintendent-Elect Mike Ward are pledging to work together in a joint effort to strengthen public schools in this state. - At their monthly meeting in Raleigh this week, State Board members indicated they will ap- prove a resolution in January to restore the authority of the State Superintendént as the chief admin- ALWAYS AIM HIGH. istrative officer of the Board. Dr. Jay Robinson, chairman of the State Board, heralded the new spirit of cooperation that he sees on the horizon. “The State Board of Education is excited about the opportunity to work with Dr. Mike Ward, a tal- ented educator who is dedicated to public schools, as we go about the business of improving K-12 educa- tion. The challenges facing educa- tion today are too great for there to be any divisiveness in leadership. We have to have everyone pulling together for our schools. That’s what I see happening as we begin the new year.” Dr. Robinson told Board mem- bers at the meeting this week that he, Deputy Superintendent Rich- ard Thompson and Superintendent- Elect Ward have been meeting,,to discuss roles and relationships in the new administration. Dr. Robinson indicated that the Boand’s resolution will result in the Deputy Superintendent reporting to the State Superintendent. and the State Superintendent reporting to the State Board. He said that he and the Board members have every con- fidence that Superintendent-Eléct Ward and Deputy Superintendént Thompson will make a strong lesd- ership team. x Superintendent-Elect Wird will be sworn into office on Jan, 41. 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(919) TT ELILILL LILA LILLIE \ No Praise for King in Promoting first $1 By HOWIE EVANS AmNews Sports Editor » Two weeks after Evander Holyfield whipped Mike Tyson in an epicbattle at the MGM Grandin Las Vegas, around the nation, gleeful sportswriters and sportscasters are still swooning over Holyfield’s win, while castigating Tyson. An overwhelming number of media types are calling for Evander to retire and join Muhammad Ali ag the only fight to win the world’s heavy weight championship three times. But they all have one hidden agenda. Most wouldn’t care if Holyfield fought until he was 60 years of age. The real reason they want Evander to retire is Mike Tyson. The unbridled scorn and hostility targeted towards Tyson by the mainstream media would have Holyfield retiring without rendering Tyson an opportunity for a rematch. Keeping Tyson away from a rematch, and making the journey to gaining an other championship that much longer, would satisfy a legion of journalists. But there’s another agenda item. - By keeping Tyson on the front. burner, they deny what everyone in the entertainment industry of pay-per-view and boxing is talking about Don King! The main stream media burys Tyson, while refusing to acknowledge the record-setting accomplishments of Don. King. America’s promoter produced boxing’s first $100 million fight, aided by huge international sales. _ Tilted by a record 1.7 million pay-per-view subscribers, gross receipts soared to $85 million. And combined with another Don King record, an in arena crowd of 16,325 set a record live gate of $14,150,700, the biggest live gate in boxing history. Yeah! you can bet they'll do it again. The combination of Tyson and King, perhaps the most vilified duo in sports history, is responsible for keeping boxing in the public’s eye, regardless of media attempts to downplay King’s promotional cable/satellite - genius. Immediately after signing Holyfield to a promotional contract, King said, “I want to make this the biggest fight ever. All stops are out,” said America’s promoter, who put a $50 million price tag on the fight. “That’s what it’s going to cost to bring this fight to the public,” said King. Now King is working on a rematch, and is only waiting for confirmation from Holyfield. Tyson is set. “He'll doitifhe likes making — money, and not philosophizing,” said Iron Mike. “We're going to put together the biggest rematch in boxing history,” King promised of the anticipated sometime in June (21st?) of 1997 Military is one of country’s last Precious resources One of the most remarkable things about the potential for war and the realities of being a member of the military is that a person might be placed in a situation where his or her life may be put at great risk. That being the case, the people who have served time in the military honorably rep resenting America are among the most valuable natural resources our great nation Course with Marine Corps Detachment December 2, 1996 (FHTNC)}— Marine Pfc. Johnathan S. Hart, son of Doris A. and Billy R. Hart Sr. of Route 21, Greenville, N.C., recently completed the Heavy Vehicle Operators Course. During the course with Marine Corps Detachment, U.S. Army Engineer School, Fort Leonard Wood, MO., students receive classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction on the operation and capabilities of five-ton trucks. Defensive driving techniques, “rules of the road” and preventive maintenance are also included in , the course. The 1993 graduate of Greene Central High School of Snow Hill, N.C., joined the Marine Corps in March 1996. ©1996 McDonald's Corporation has. For Veterans Day, we were honored to salute them, praise their contributions and commend their ability to overcome: great trials and tribulations. It is a joy to know that many of them are still with us, continuing to constructively contribute to our continuance as, perhaps, the most extraordinary country in world history. We are fully aware that the United States has survived and thrived in great part due to the contributions of the veterans that we have produced. Those men and women, from many races and all walks of life, have shown the world heroism at its very best. Our veterans have fought around the globe to free people who were enslaved, bring justice to the abused, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, treat the diseased, protect the weak, shelter the homeless and do countless other humane and life saving acts. The world is truly a better place because of the wide-ranging contributions made to the long-life welfare of humanity by our veterans. It is really wonderful to know that we have such heroic, yet down-to- earth people in every state of our nation and in various places around the world. 3 It's the season for giving...and what better time to share our blessings witht hose who may be less fortunate. Shown above is one of the many willing workers who are on hand to accept donations fromhe public to distribute to the needy. NBMOA Officers a “Put It BACK WHERE YOU Got IT FROM.’ Since its birth in 1970, the National Black McDonald's Operator's Association (NBMOA) has fostered and advanced the ideas, concerns, and dreams of their communities. Through a 7 commitment to employment, educational programs, and local causes, the NBMOA “puts back into their neighborhoods to share success together. That's what community is all about. Staff Photo: Jim Rouse rematch. “It’s going to be bigger than Holyfield - Tyson 1.” King’s projection of a June 1997 fight was sweet music to casino owners in Las Vegas. They took a major hit, losing millions of dollars by Holyfield’s upset victory. So the casino sports books are also egerly awaiting the rematch. But shed no tears for the casinos. They got theirs back in every conceivable way, doubling up prices on rooms. You couldn’t get a room in the town. At the gaming tables, on the weekend of the fight, minimum bets at blackjack, craps and roulette were $25 and $100. Gaming-wise, the casinos throughout Vegas raked in millions. Some hotels lost as much as $1 "THE *M* VOICE - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16-23, 00M fight millionormorethrough theirsports books. But they got it back atthe A high percentage of — $100,000 high rollers wereintown | tables: for the fight, Tyson’s presence at the MGM where he’s contracted far two more fights, has been an economic shot-in-the-arm to the Vegas casinos. o4 The fight against Holyfield proved beyond a doubt that Tyson, as he is promoted by Don King Productions, is the greatest individual, money-making attraction in sports. ' And that Don King is denied praise and admiration by the media for his efforts isjust an other glaing indictment on the nation’s predomnant white media. i RIGHT STEP ACADEMY You now have choices in your kids public education North Carolina Public School Charter in Your Community For further info. please call 919-551-2002 09999999999 99994990990999099099 99009909090 90009004 i HOUSING REHABILITATION : SPECIALIST : Performs technical duties for the inspection and « preparation of work write-ups for the rehabilitation of { substandard dwelling units. 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Cases of lead poisoning have been identified in 1E ‘MeVOICE WEEK OF DECEMRER 16-23, 1996 : ) POISONING IS TARGET OF EPA G the: project area by state environmental health officials. The primary targets for intervention will be home day care facilities in the area, as well as other identified at-risk houses, according to Barbara T. Baylor who directs the project for the NCCU Department of Health Education. The project, called Partnership Effort for the Advancement of Children’s Health (PEACH), will inclllde training of the area's young people, as well as adult What Happened By Gary L. Davis 1 2/9/96 My, how we as black people have changed over the years, I am forever hearing folks talk about the good old days this and the good old days that. The truth of the matter is that there was a period we could call the good old days. Those were the days when the whole city block was like family. All the neighbors knew each other and cared about each other The kids were able to walk toschool and the teachers knew their parents. It did not really matter whether or not the teachers knew the parents because the teachers could handle discipline problems without worrying about being charged with a crime. There was a such thing as an extended family and the old people were respected. Yes, those were the good old days for black folk. Black businesses prospered because white businesses would not respect or treat blacks right even if the blacks paid them. Those were the days of black social clubs, black schools, black restaurants, and black stores. We had to stick together because we were allin the same boat. We were in the so-called vicious boat of segregation and discrimination. Some people would call those days hard times. The question, however, is whether or not they were really hard times? We were tolerant of each other and the black community actually thrived. There was a rhythm in the black neighborhoods and the rhythm protected the heritage of the black community. What happened to that rhythm? Let me try to answer the question. I think we lost our rhythm when we gained our freedom. Not the freedom that Lincoln conferred on the slaves, but that freedom which we gave ourselves. The freedom to shop and live where we please. Once we: were free to give our money to white people regardless of how we were treated, we took great advantage of that freedom. We flocked out of our neighborhoods, abandoning our clubs, our schools, our Bring In This Mini Credit Application And Receive Your FREE Gift From FURNITURE LIQUIDATORS No Purchase Necessary - While Supplies Last* We’ll Process Your Furniture | Liquidators Charge While You Wait! Name Address Phone Social Security # Date of Birth 1 Work Place Monthly Income Signature By signing this application you promise that all intormation is true and complete. 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Members of the advisory board for the project include Mike Cunningham, Durham Chapter, the American Red Cross; John Mickle, Community Health Coalition; Kenneth Spaulding, Dr. Howard Fitts, Janet Kennell, and Exter Gilmore of the Durham restaurants, andour stores toshop in the malls and shopping center owned and operated by their white counterparts. We were free to move into the so- called white neighborhoods, draining the life blood from our old areas. Now I am not saying that shopping white stores and/or moving into white neighborhoods is wrong. What I am saying is that abandoning black stores or black neighborhoods for no other reason than to shop white stores or to live among whites 1s wrong. How many black stores have failed because of lack of .support from black people. Why is it so wrong for black people to support black causes and black businesses? We must realize that if we do not support our own, we go under. We have to get our rhythm back. We must realize that when one brother succeeds we all succeed. Contrary to popular belief, we must still, even in this day and time, help each other to succeed. No black business should go under for lack of black support. We must not let others call us racist for supporting our own. We are so happy to have white America accept us, that we do not realize that they always support their own. This is America, designed by Committee on the Affairs of Black “People; Phillip Edwards and Dr. Janice Stratton, Durham County Health Department; Susan Perry- Manning, Durham Day Care Council; Shirley Johnson, Durham Public Schools; Dr. Robert Elias, Environmental Protection Agency: Dr. Evelyn Schmidt, Lincoln Community Health Center; Dr. Elaine Hart-Rrothers, Metropolitan Durham Medical . Group; Dr. Yolanda Banks Anderson, NCCU Environmental Sciences Program; Ed Norman, to Our Rhythm? white folk, for the enjoyment of white folk. White America has no rhythm, and whenever we cross over, we give up our rhythm. If you hate black people, you got no rhythm. It does not matter if you wear African clothing or the latest rap craze. If you do not support black causes, you got no rhythm. How do you get your rhythm back? Find a quiet place, sit back and meditate on your life. Think back to the time when you forsook your blackness to make it in a white world. Listen carefully for the drums. After 400 years here in America, thedrumsstill beat. Hear the drums, and your rhythm will return. When your rhythm returns, so will your blackness. Let me finish by saying that when you hear white folk wishing for the good old days, you better watch out. What they are really wishing for is the time when they did not have to deal with black folk directly. Some are wishing for the return of Jim Crow, others are wishing forthe return of slavery, still others are wishing we were never brought over from Africa. We must wake up and feel the beat. Support your own, and maybe your rhythm will return. Prevent Child Abuse Dear Editor: The holiday season is upon us. Unfortullately the season is not a happy one for many children across North Carolina. Over 96,000 children are reported’as abused and neglected each year in our state and 40 children died last year from abuse. Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina was founded in 1979 on the belief that no girl or boy should be abused. PCA isthe single, statewide, not-for-profit organization dedicated solely to the prevention of chill abuse and neglect. We have developed the attached “Holiday Stress Prevention Tips” for parents to help prevent abuse during the hectic holiday season. We hope that you will use the enclosed article. I am available for interviews and can provide more detailed information about parenting techniques for specific ages of children. 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Our calendars are full of social events, and sometimes we try to do too much. A poll in a recent issue of rentin ine found that “more than a quarter of the popula- tion views Christmas and Hanuk- kah as stressful.” Over-extending ourselves causes stress, and stress can increase the risk that we will abuse our children. When holiday stress is added to everyday stress, it’ easy to take it out on your kid. Abuse takes many forms and its effects can last a lifetime. Harsh physical punish- ment, constant criticism and belit- tling, neglecting children’s basic needs, even isolated incidences of rejection or humiliation can dam- age achild. Keep in mind that holi- day excitement can he stressful for kidss well as parents. Put the fol- lowing “Holiday Stress Prevention Tips” into action to make the holi- day season more enjoyable for the entire family. 1.. : ULE: Meals, naps, and bedtime should occur at approximately the same time each day. A well-fed and rested child is more pleasant and cooperative than a hungry, tired child. Schedule shopping trips and outings for the times of the day that you and your children are both feel- ing energetic. Bring snacks to cat while you’re away from home, as well as a bag of tricks with coloring books, story books, playdough, puzzles, and a special video. 2.1 DI HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS: Encourage your child to help with shopping, baking, and gift-wrap- ping. At the store, discuss colors and shapes, or play guessing games. Let your child pour and stir ingredi- ents for cookies, make holiday cards. and put bows on presents. Kids feel important when adults encourage them lo help. As kids help with holiday activities, they learn how to carry on the family’s traditions. 3. : The holiday season is a difficult time financially for many parents. Parents have lo keep up with monthly bills and buy holiday gifts. Try not to feel guilty if you are unable to meet the commercial de- mands of the holidays. Spending beyond your means will only in- crease stress when the credit card bills come in, so keep in mind the great gift don’t have tobe expen- sive. Take advantage of free events like the school pageant or church holiday party. 4 YOUR KIDS: You may not be able to give your kids all the material things they want, but you can give of yourself. Plan a special activity for just you and your child. Goon an indoor picnic. Make cookies or pa- per ornaments if you have more than one child, set aside a special time to spend with each one. 5. TO THEM: Discuss the rules with your children and seek their input. Keep rules simple and few in num- ber, and post them in aconspicuous place like the refrigerator. Share with children the positive conse- quences for following rules and the negative consequences of breaking then. Beconsistent in applying your rules for acceptable behavior. Chil- dren, like adults, respond best to praise, positive reinforcement, and rewards may be tangible (stickers, trip to a restaurant) or intangible (extra playtime). 6 . PREPARING FOR NEW EXPERIENCES: The holidays are a time of fun events and new expe- riences. Children may feel stress during new activities and may ex- press their fears through anger or misbehavior. Talk with your chil- dren beforehand about~ Visiting Santa, attending a party, having relatives come to stay, and partici- pating in the school play. Ask them how they feel about different activi- ties, and answer any questions they have. 7. REINFORCE GOOD BE- HAVIOR: Praise encourages healthy self-esteem. Children need praise to learn appropriate behav- ior, so catch your child being good as often as pogsible. Reward good behavior by giving special privi- leges such as having a friend over to play. Give verbal praise, hugs, and kisses. You can also give material rewards like stickers, gum, and toys. | 8. KNOW WHAT TO EXPEC r FROM YOU : Learn about chilt development (what chil- dren are typically capable of at each ‘ stage of growth), so that your expec- tations for behavior are appropri- ate. Unrealistic cxpectations cause stress for you and your child and may damage your relationship. Read books on parenting and child development, talk to other parents and your doctor, ant take a parenting class. It’g comfortin to know that other parents experience similar difficulties with potty train- ing, teaching the concept of shar- ing, dealing with teenage mood swings, and many other aspects of child-rearing. a ED : ‘Put the child in a safe place such as the cnb, playpen, or a child-proof room. Count to ten. Take deep breaths. Think about the causes of your anger. Direct your anger at something other than your child Yoll can hit a pillow, take a shower, exercise, or calla friend. Ask aneigh- bor or relative to baby-sit. 10. TAKE CARE OF YOUR- SELF: Pay attention to your own needs. 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Mr. Bullock assisted him by making referrals of residents. Dr. Royal will submit a list of problems noted during clean ups that require assistance from City officials. j Greenville pollce officers made 38 arrests this summer (June through August). Medicine/Health Subcommlttee, Mrs. Earnestine Haselrig and the programs. Will seek input from Mrs Council. No reports were received from Economic Development Subcommit- tees. Chairperson Garrett informed committee that Mr. Jim Rouse agreed to serve as coordinator of the block captains. Names of the block captains will be subject to approval by steering committee. Motion was made by Dr. Royal and seconded by Dr. Best said persons be appointed as block captains. Orientation session will be conducted by Attorney Cole with block captains at 6 PM on September 30, 1996 at the Moyewood Center. Motion was made by Chief Hinman and seconded by Sergeant Hines that personnel be given carte blanche authority continue to add block captains. Chief Hinman presented to the committee sample decals for review. Police Attorney will draft document of common consent for businesses tG sign. Motion was made by Attorney Cole and seconded by Dr. Best that decals be approved as presented. Chief Hinman will coordinate the cost element. Motion for adjournment was made by Dr. Royal at 9:37 a.m. and seconded by Mr. Monk. Respectfully submitted, Carolyn E. Stephenson Secretary OCTOBER 9, 1996 Meeting was called to order by Dr. Andrew Best at 8:04 a.m. at the Moyewood Center. Prayer by Dr. Royal. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Carolyn Stephenson. Motion was made by Mrs. Pruitt and seconded by Dr. Royal that minutes be approved as read. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Religion Subcommittee. Dr. Royal proposed to increase drug awareness in our city via campaigns throughout churches. Requests that area churches open for one hour each week to serve as counseling center or satellite center. Plans to have concept in place by first of November. Medicine/Health Subcommittee. Dr. Best reported that projects for this subcommittee hinge upon the selection of a new health director. q Law Enforcement Subcommittee. Sergeant Hines informed mem- 4 bership that he was readily available for assistance as needed. ificati ittee. Subcommittee has targeted mY Bancroft, Fleming and Fourteenth Streets and general area for clean | up and decoration program for Christmas holidays and will be recog- nized for doing so. Mrs. Pruitt thanked Dr. Royal and Mr. Bullock for their untiring assistance working with clean up crews during the summer. No reports were received from the~ Education or Economic Devel- opment Subcommittees. Chief Hinman circulated the approved decals and pledge for review by membership. Police officers will distribute decals and get pledges signed by participants. Mr. John Minges generously agreed to cover the $1,400 cost. First batch of decals will be distributed at no charge. Publicity committee will schedule press conference to inform the public. Approximately seven residents attended the block captains meet- ing. Mr. Bullock requested of Mayor Jenkins that City Inspector meet with Weed and Seed to get report of violations noted in target areas. Mayor Jenkins recommended that the City Manager handle getting City Inspector’s participation once a month. Chief Hinman reported that Greenville Police Department has received the grant award to purchase flip phones for block captains, HELP Team, and victims of Domestic Violence. Upon receipt, these phones will be programmed with certain emergency numbers. The deadline for submitting Weed and Seed application is December 31, 1996. Meeting was adjourned at 9:15 a.m. AMENDED Respectfully submitted, Carolyn E. Stephenson Secretary NOTICE The Greenville Housing Authority will commence accepting applications for Section 8 Assisted Housing programs on Wednesday, January 8, 1997 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and each Wednesday thereafter. James E. Barnhill Executive Director | News & Notes j Dr. Royal reported that he met with the Mrs.” iurch Calendar Faye White Associate Editor (Editor’s Note: If you would like to have your church’s special event included in this:column, please submit it to Faye White, ‘M’ Voice Church Calendar, at least two weeks prior to the event.) The Pitt County Chapter of the North Carolina A & T Univer- sity Alumni hosted “An Evening of Gospel Music” with the A & T State University Fellowship Gospel Choir and Witness for Christ at the Sycamore Hill Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 7. Bishop Randy Royal was honored by the church family of the Philippi Church of Christ in observance of his eighteenth anni- versary on December Ist. Other observances included a banquet at the Ramada Inn on Friday, Dec. 13. Wooten’s School Of Music announces their annual Christmas Program, “A CHRISTMAS MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA’ tobe held on Sunday, December 22 at the York Memorial AME Zion Church. This program will include students enrolled in the School of Music, along with members of the community, the Combined Voices, and the Pitt County/Greenville United Fellow- ship Male Choirs. This program is designed to enhance the cultural enrichment of the Performing Arts, a much needed element in the “west side” community. The SWEET HOPE FWB CHURCH celebrated the Anniver- sary of their Pastor, Elder Melvin Murphy, on Sunday, December 15. Minister Roland Gay delivered the sermon at the 11:00 morning worship service. Elder Gregory Ellis, of Mt. Shiloh, was the guest at the 3:00 service. The members of Sweet Hope will be “pounding” their pastor the entire month of December. WATERSIDE FWB CHURCH, located on Hines Street in Farmville, installed Rev. Malcolm Moore, as their new pastor on Sunday, December 15. A “MARRIAGE FELLOWSHIP’ will be held at salvation & Praise Full Gospel Church in Farmville on Saturday, December 21. Thespeakers will be Pastors Marion and Clara Joyner, of Life of Christ Christian Church. Philippi Church of Christ will honor their church’s musician with ONESSION “POPCORN” BROOKS DAY on Sunday. A fellowship dinner/reception will be given by the members of the Mass Choir and Male Chorus in the fellowship hall on Saturday, December 14 at 6:00 PM. Elder Mary Houpe will be the speaker and special music will be rendered by Big James Barrett & the Golden Jubilees of Greenville. AChristmas Musical “FOR UNTO USACHILDIS BORN’ will be presented at the TABERNACLE CENTER CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1300 Dickinson Ave. in Greenville, at 7:15 PM. on Sunday, December 22. 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