Cleveland Volume 2 Issue 6 by AMPS Magazine

CHINA DOLL

China Doll

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A WORD FROM THE CEO

This is the twelfth issue of AMPS Magazine, Ohio Edition. I wanted to take this time to congraulate A.M.P.S. (American-Minority People Succeeding) Cleveland franchise on a great job they are doing in the community in providing good stories and educating the community.

This is where Substance and Style meets Supreme Standards. Our mission is “superior application development through dedicated professionalism while maintaining a customer-centered focus to lead the industry in ideas and creative solutions”. Our events marketing and promotions department is designed to present positive entertainment and events that the Louisiana communities deserve.

We specialize in helping brands create a unique connection with consumers at our events as well as create an opportunity for you to meet other business owners, executives, present and future customers, and other socialites. Simply put, “We’re Accomplished By Making You Successful.”

Gerald D. Wright, CEO

about the publisher

I want to start by saying thank you to every reader of AMPS Ohio Magazine. Your support of the magazine and your response and well wishes go a long way and I am honored. As we enter into the fall and the last months of the year we want to embrace what the future holds for us, not only as a magazine but as family, friends and community.

In this issue of AMPS Ohio Magazine you will find ads for the Barnes Family Honey products that include pure honey and a honey based skin moisturizer. The Barnes Family strives to deliver excellent quality products. We couldn’t let the 2024 Paris Olympics come and go without applauding all of the USA Teams that represented the U.S. with some of the most talented athletes in the world. This issue highlights our youngest gold medal winner Quincy Wilson who will go down in history as the youngest male track and field Olympian to win gold to date. We also highlighted Sha’ Carri Richardson, who this year competed in the Olympic games and brought home a silver individual medal and a team gold medal. Well done. This issue also features an article on the fateful events of 9/11 and what is happening at ground zero today. We will forever remember those that lost their lives on that day.

This issue is packed with great melanated businesses, events, articles and more. Thank you for continuing to support AMPS,

Here at AMPS Ohio Magazine we are humbled and proud to serve you.

AMPS Ohio Magazine

Publisher Romeo Barnes

Thank you for your continued support.

DeMaris Harvey

If you have watched the movie channel Tubi, chances are you have seen the work of DeMaris Harvey. This multi talented actor, producer and director has starred in over 50 movies not to mention plays, through out his career. DeMaris raised in Detroit, Michigan began acting in plays in school at a young age and through the years has continued to sharpen his skills by continuing to appear on stage in various stage productions. He worked as an aspiring model until opportunity knocked and he answered and started his film career. Working continuously as a professional actor his hard work and work ethic has made him a much sought after actor who’s talent and experience speaks for it’s self.

DeMaris has become a familiar face on screen from appearing in movies such as Circumstances, Warrior Pride, Deceitful Passions, Unfair Exchange and the series Dirty D has made him recognizable across the country. He has worked with some of the best independent filmmakers in the industry as well as some of the most talented and artistic actors and actresses in the game. His new movie Car Show is number 1 on Tubi where he not only acted in the film but he was the director. There is no limited to what this talented actor can achieve. According to WordPress he lives by the slogan “ Work even when no one is looking, so when they do eventually look, they will have something to see.” DeMaris the country is looking.

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Diamond Rai…dream…create…inspire

When looking for a great writer, photographer, producer or production team look no further than Cleveland, Ohio native Diamond Rai the CEO of Loud Diamond LLC.

Diamond has created a great platform for not only for herself but for others to shine as the diamonds they are. According to her information online, “Loud Diamond , LLC is known for its growing creative arts. We are a production media and entertainment company that provides visual, instructional, and event services to the public. Our services will enhance and empower the most creative, but hidden and talented people, to be inspired to fulfill their life’s purpose.”

Always a very talented writer from a young age Diamond could write stories, poetry and more. Going through life it took Diamond a little time to re-find her true passion and her purpose. After going to college for Criminal Justice, just short of graduation she re- evaluated her life and found what was missing…her love of writing. She left school and pursued her dream.

Today Diamond has been blessed with 3 children, a Production and media company, she is a writer, director, cinematographer, photographer, event coordinator and works in the community hoping to inspire our youth and others by helping them and giving them the tools to reach their dreams and more. Diamond has several films to her credit Revenge House and She’s my Valentine, a new series She’s My Reason, that will be air on several platforms. She also offers classes in photography and more. This successfully creative is just beginning but she is leaving her mark on the world. Dream, create and inspire.

HELP BRING HIM HOME …

The longest Amber Alert in the Cleveland, Ohio Area has been active for over a year. Help us to find Keshaun Williams. According to records he has been missing since June 17th 2023, he was 15 at that time. He was last seen by his Mother, Sheric Snowden on Fleet and Gertrude Ave in the Broadway - Slavic Village area wearing black jogging pants and a t-shirt. Amber Alerts are issued when a child is considered to be in immediate danger. However even though he was reported missing right away the Amber Alert for Keshaun wasn’t issued until he had been missing for 7 days. There have been some leads, it is known that he attended a party on Gertrude Ave and when headed home he called his mother. He never arrived. It was stated he was seen in a car, beaten and tied up. But further leads have not lead to his whereabouts. A year has passed and the longest active Amber Alert before Keshaun was only 5 or 6 days, out of 35 Amber Alerts in the area since the beginning of the alerts, Keshaun is the only child that has not been found. He is now 16 years old. His mother, family, friends, community groups, Cleveland police and the U.S. Marshalls continue to actively search for Keshaun. There is now a $22,500 reward for information leading to finding Keshaun. This reward was donated by Cleveland Missing, U.S. Marshalls and an anonymous donor.

Help to bring Keshaun Williams home. If you know something report it, if you have seen him report it….his family is waiting.

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Legendary Great

Legendary great Sha’Carri Richardson became a household name when her star started to shine brightly when she was 19 years old and became one of the fastest women in history. Born and raised in Dallas Texas, her love of sports and running began at an early age and transcended on into college. Sha’Carri attended Louisiana State University and during the NCCA Division Championship as a freshman she ran the100 meter race and not only did she win, she broke the record for the school and collegiate records as well as the world record to be placed in the top 10 fastest female in history. She became one to watch… and we did. Compared to running greats like Florence Griffith Joyner because of her sense of style and speed. Sha’Carri continue to break records running the 100m and 200m races and soon qualified for the 2020 Olympics and was an Olympic favorite until the unthinkable happened…and she was disqualified due to testing positive for cannabis (marijuana) use. Sha’Carri while mourning the death of her mother admitted to using the cannabis while dealing with her grief. Disappointed in herself after

a brief suspension she continued to work on herself and soon was winning races again for the USA. This time around now 24 years old, Sha’Carri qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics and won not only a silver medal in the 100 meter race, but help to win the Team 4x100 meter relay race by being the Anchor runner and bringing home the gold!

There is more to see from Sha’Carri her story is not over. She recently graced the cover of the digital edition of Vogue Magazine and she has endorsements with Nike, Beats, Apple Music and recently became the first female athlete in history to receive an endorsement deal from Sprite. Sha’Carri is known as the fasted woman in the world! This track and field Olympian has a lot more to give. In an interview she stated “Now, I stand here with you again, and I’m ready, mentally, physically and emotionally,” she said “I’m here to say, ‘I’m not back, I’m better.’” Yes Sha’Carri, you are.

Legendary Great

Dr. Evan Morse

Legendary Great Dr. Evan Morse has been a much loved and dedicated Veterinarian for over 50 years and was one of two melanated Veterinarian is Ohio. Born and raised in Richmond Virginia, Dr. Morse always had a love for all creatures big and small. You could frequently find him in the woods or near the water. One of his nickname as a child was Nature Boy because of his love for nature and animals. He still goes by and loves the name today.

Always active in his surrounding communities He was a notable leader during the civil rights movement participating in lunch counter sit ins as well as was a part of the march from Selma to Montgomery with Dr. Martin Luther King. He attended Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine and armed with his degree he moved to Cleveland in 1968 when he heard of a position available at a veterinary clinic with Dr. Rick Rickard. When he came to Cleveland he was denied the right to join the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine because of the color of his skin. Fast forward years later and he became the President of the organization. He and Dr. Rickard Co founded and opened the Free Animal Clinic, today it has been in operation almost 50 years. In 1972 opened his practice the Warrensville Animal Center which has been servicing the community and their pets for over 50 years! He has provided services to animals and exotic pets at the Cleveland Aquarium, Cleveland Metropolitan Zoo, Sea World and several of the Cleveland area K9 Units. He has also

appeared on several of the local TV stations as guest veterinarian.

When not working he has a great love of fly fishing and is a jazz enthusiast who loves for jazz is known through out the city, he also plays the alto sax. Dr. Morse is married his wife Randi is a classical pianist from Cleveland and they have 2 daughters Halle who has appeared on Broadway and Natalie teaches dog groomers.

During his 50 years plus in Cleveland here are many of his accomplishments:

• Masters Degree from Cleveland State in Diversity Management

• Served as the chairman for Diversity Committee of the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association.

• Served as chairman for Iverson Bell Veterinary Diversity Symposium

• Received the Distinguished Service Award

• Received the AVMA ( American Veterinary Medical Association) Presidents Award

• Started and is President of the Cleveland Trout Club at the Natural History Museum

• Is the President of the Northeast Ohio Jazz Society and is responsible for helping create and form the Tri C Jazz Fest, that showcases and celebrates our Cleveland and national Jazz artist each year.

This Legendary is doing great things in Cleveland!

Quincy Wilson Makes American History

The name Quincy Wilson will go down in history and that is something amazing for this 16 year old sprinter. Quincy just returned from the Paris 2024 Olympics with a gold medal, he was a part of the USA Men’s Track Team who won gold in the 4x400 meter relay race. Quincy didn’t run in the final race put he did help the team secure their spot in the final by running the first round race. He is now the youngest male athlete to win gold in Track & Field in American History.

Quincy has been one to watch for sometime. At home in Potomac, Maryland he attends Bullis School and he has been clearing the track with his impressive times. He has also participated in the AAU Junior Olympics, The New Balance Outdoor Games and was the winner of the New Balance Indoor Games in 2023. Quincy qualified for the USA Track & Field relay pool by out performing the competition and being consistent. In July he set a new world record for the under 18 category and a National High School record by running the 400 meter dash in 44.20 seconds.

He stated he wasn’t feeling the best at the Paris Olympics but knew his team was strong. This amazing athlete had stunned the world with his ability given the level of difficulty it is to compete at this level for Track & Field. Talking to the Washington Post before the Olympics he stated, “ All I know is I gave everything that I had and then some,” Wilson told The Washington Post in June after qualifying for Paris. “I can’t go back and be disappointed. At the end of the day, I’m 16 running grown-man times.” With the 2028 LA Olympics in the horizon this young Olympian is already being watched to make it to the Olympics Games.

Quincy is now heading back to school to start his Junior year of High School and perhaps get his driver’s license… Quincy congratulations we will be keeping our eyes on you.

Remembering Our Sister China Doll

Denise “China Doll” Williams the voice and face of AMPS MAGAZINE Radio Show, “ The Real is Real” talk with China Radio Show, passed away August 2024. Her presence as a staple at AMPS Magazine and AMPS Radio will be missed. Her love and joy of being a part of AMPS showed in all she did. The legacy she leaves spans over 20 years. She has interviewed hundreds of celebrities, authors, community leaders, activists and more. The platform she built helped to showcase so many individuals, organizations, businesses and more. China helped to keep AMPS Radio and Magazine in the spotlight across the U.S.

Her gift of making people laugh was extraordinary she has traveled the world as a comedian and according to her bio has worked with some of the comedy greats Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley and Mike Epps to name a few. She appeared on BET’S Comic View as well as HBO. She was also an actress appearing in an impressive amount of commercials, films and plays.

China had a passion for the youth and was a big advocate for young people. According to her Bio, she was the Director for BALL- EN (Building a Life Lifting Educated Nation) a once a month call for youth. Director of on THE REAL “Know Your Status” mind body & soul youth forum, covering HIV/STD, Drugs Gang & Violence and Education Nationwide tour with Mr. Freeway Ricky Ross. Director of “JINGGLE JAIL” Christmas drive for jailed youth.

China was a multi talented force of nature that mastered everything she tried. From acting to directing and producing. Her kindness, sense of humor and genuine caring of people will be missed not only by the AMPS family but around the globe.

AMERICA’S DEADLIEST SHOOTINGS ARE ONES WE DON’T TALK ABOUT

On any given day in America, an average of 65 of our mothers, brothers, partners, and friends are taken from us by gun suicide. And in Missouri, the majority of gun deaths are suicides. But tomorrow’s deaths could be prevented. Give your loved ones a second chance at life. Store your guns safely: locked, unloaded, and away from ammo.

Remembering those lost and their families on 9/11

It will be 23 years since the world was held transfixed by the terrorism that reached U.S. soil on 9/11. That day planes crashed into the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers in New York City, the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia and the United Airline Flight 93 that crashed in Pennsylvania. That day according to records nearly 3,000 people lost their lives and 6,000 other victims were injured. The World Trade Center and surrounding areas are known as ground zero, and today in place and memory of all of the 9/11/2001 first responders and victims, sits the new One World Trade Center(Two World Trade Center is set to be built). There are two reflecting pools where the twin towers stood that has the names of all of the victims around the pools. These pools have the largest man made water fall in North America and according to the site designer Israeli American Michael Arad the pools represent “absence made visible” with water flowing in to voids that can never be filled… The site has green space as well as the 9/11 Memorial Museum. The site is an on going project that will continue to evolve. The Heroes and the families of 9/11 will never be forgotten and here at AMPS we pay tribute to them.

Dont Sleep On...

The cities in some of our great states are rich in culture, science & technology, talent and melanated history. This section explores theses exciting cities.

son and the Miracles and the Jackson 5 to name a few. People came from near and far to be a part of this historic business and be in the Motor City.

Don’t sleep on Columbus, Ohio. Columbus is the State Capital of Ohio as well as one of the most populated Cities in the United States with over 900,000 residents and 29% of the residents are melanated. Columbus is the second largest City in the Midwestern States and 14th largest in the United States. Columbus is growing steadily and has never shown a decline in residents. Known for its vibe of a fun , tech savvy city, Columbus is a hot spot for Millennials and Gen Z. Also known as a college town Columbus is host to the world known Ohio State University, this university is one of largest in the United States and has one of the best sports departments in the U.S. in basketball, football and hockey.

With 5 fortune 500 companies in Columbus the opportunities for our melanated families are great. The city is rich in black owned businesses across the city. The city has many historical black sites that can still be visited today such as the Lincoln Theatre which was known as one of greatest jazz centers in the nation with big names such as Miles Davis that played there. Keep this city on your list of must sees and emerge your self in the melanated culture and events across the city.

Another city that is rich in melanated culture is Detroit, Michigan. This is another city you can’t sleep on, Detroit is the largest city in Michigan with a population over 630,000 and according to the census Detroit has had its first growth in population since 1957. Detroit is the Third largest city in the Midwest and has a large population of 22% melanated residents. There are many melanated businesses through out the city and Detroit is a city to watch. Always on the brink of bring something new and fresh the musical history of the city has always placed Detroit on a different playing field. With the number of super star talent that came out of Berry Gordy’s Hitsville was enough to put this city in the history books. Home of Diana Ross and the Supremes, Smokey Robin-

Like all cities Detroit had its share of ups and downs, but things are on the upswing today. Once called the Motor City for all of the cars being built in the city starting with Henry Ford’s first cars being built here. Detroit sits on the Great Lakes and is within eyes view of Canada. When visiting Detroit be sure to check out the local scene and events. With the updated Waterfront Downtown, Detroit is a hot spot for black owned restaurants, businesses and events. There has been a history of great black businesses in Detroit since segregation when there was an area know as the Black Bottom that had an affluent amount of black businesses. Also be sure to stop by the Hitsville (Motown) Museum as well as the Charles H Wright Museum of African American History on your next visit. Don’t sleep on this City

There are many great cities that we tend to sleep on, another city to add to your list is the Windy City of Chicago Illinois. Chicago is the largest City in the Midwestern Region with over 2 million residents with a population of 29% melanated residents. This exciting city is known for deep dish pizza, the Chicago Hot Dog, great architecture, the Sears Tower, Wrigley’s Field, the Magnificent Mile, Oprah Winfrey, President Obama, a host of great entertainers, Chicago Steppin and more.

This fast pace city has had it fair share of crime over the years. Crime was at an all time high within the melanated communities but there has been a drop in crime. Black businesses continue to strive within this city. With great restaurants, boutiques, salons and more. Downtown Chicago has seen thriving businesses from their melanated consumers and businesses such as Virtue Restaurant by Chef Erick Williams and family own Brown Sugar Bakery. Always a trend setter with fashion and more the Magnificent Mile is a larger than life shopping mile with something for everyone. Please remember to shop and support the melanated small businesses. Don’t sleep on this City, it is full of history and go to destinations.

Searching for God

Life’s challenges often serve as a mirror, forcing us to confront our inner selves. In the depths of adversity, we unearth reservoirs of strength we never knew existed, gaining a profound understanding of our capabilities. Through introspection, we cultivate self-discipline, learning to navigate turbulent waters with grace and resilience.

In the quiet recesses of our souls, we discover a beacon of unwavering light – the essence of our being, the unshakeable core of our identity. This inherent ‘you-ness’ is a sanctuary, a refuge from the storms of life, a treasure no adversity can plunder.

Amidst the chaos, amidst the trials and tribulations, we often find solace in the most unexpected of places. In the whispers of the wind, the gentle embrace of a loved one, the fleeting beauty of a sunrise – there, in the subtle and the ordinary, we glimpse the divine. It is in these moments of profound connection that we find ‘God,’ not in the grandiose or the ostentatious, but in the quiet, the humble, the everyday.

Ultimately, life’s challenges beckon us to journey inward, to unearth the treasures hidden within our souls, and to find solace, strength, and divine presence in the most unlikely of places.

In the realm of traditional religion, we often encounter systems crafted by humanity, shaped by cultural, historical, and societal influences. These constructs, while offering guidance and solace to many, can sometimes feel distant or prescriptive. Yet, within the framework of personal introspection, we discover a God that transcends these constructs – a God intimately woven into the fabric of our existence.

This personalized encounter with the divine is a revelation of the purest essence of spirituality, untethered from the trappings of dogma or doctrine. It is a God not bound by the limitations of human interpretation but manifested in the depths of our own consciousness, in the silent spaces where our souls resonate with truth.

In this sacred journey of self-discovery, we come to realize that the most divine expression of God is not found in the confines of tradition, but in the expansiveness of our own hearts. It is a God of boundless love, compassion, and understanding – a God who meets us where we are, regardless of creed or denomination.

In embracing this deeply personal connection with the divine, we find liberation from the constraints of religious orthodoxy, and instead, discover a profound sense of spiritual freedom. It is here, in the sanctuary of our own souls, that we encounter the true essence of God – a divine presence that transcends the confines of human understanding, and illuminates the path to inner peace and enlightenment.

Love, the core of introspection, revealed itself fully when I uninten-

tionally delved into a journey of self-discovery. While many pursue Nirvana, the pinnacle of peace and joy, I chanced upon it amid my darkest hours. It’s a journey illuminated by self-awareness, embracing every aspect, every shadow, and every light within oneself.

As I delve into the depths of my being, I confront my inner demons, those whispered insecurities and fears that lurk in the corners of my consciousness. Yet, in facing them, I discover a reservoir of compassion, a wellspring of acceptance that begins with me.

As I delved into the depths of my being, I confronted my inner demons, those whispered insecurities and fears that lurked in the corners of my consciousness. Yet, in facing them, I discovered a reservoir of compassion, a wellspring of acceptance that began with me.

And in that sacred space of self-awareness, I found a love that transcended the self – a love that saw beyond flaws and imperfections, embracing the beauty of each soul I encountered. It was a love that whispered of something greater, something divine.

Indeed, this purest form of love feels like a glimpse of the divine, the essence of “God” – the creator who weaves through the tapestry of existence, connecting us all in a web of unconditional love and understanding.

I present to you “Searching For God,” a column aimed at illustrating that God resides within each of us and in everything around us. I hope these tales of introspection and self-awareness serve as a guide for recognizing the diverse manifestations of God and offer therapeutic support for those who wish to share their stories or resonate with the experiences shared by our writers.

I encounter God in every smile, in the soothing melody of water caressing sand, and in the vibrant hues of paint adorning canvas. I’ve discovered God in the deepest, darkest corners of myself, where my nightmares sought refuge, my insecurities slumbered, and my triggers awaited their moments to shine. It’s a place we all harbor, hidden from the world and even from ourselves – the sole hell we’ll ever endure. Let’s not allow fear, uncertainty, or complacency to deter us from the refining fires that can transform us into the purest gold, our heaven on earth. “Searching for God” will delve into the struggles and triumphs of people from all walks of life, aiming to uncover the shared humanity within us all. May our contributors find liberation from the burdens of emotion and memories, and may readers discover solace in shared experiences and inspiration from triumphant strength. Ultimately, may this journey calm the ego and enable us to truly see one another, recognizing the magnificent of the divine within us all.

-Brandi 13 Hunter

GET YOUR BOTTLE TODAY

Lastly don’t sleep on the City of Charleston, South Carolina. This City has a population of 160,000 with a melanated population of 19%. While this city is not as large as the others, it is the largest city in South Carolina. Charleston was one of the main ports that enslaved Africans came to shore and were sold. There is a lot of past history in this city. Known for their cuisine ( it’s a foodie paradise), as well as their architecture, Rainbow Row, Water Front Park, the Old Slave Market Museum which is the oldest African American Museum and the first museum on the history of slavery in the U.S. and the International African American Museum that encompasses the history and victories of black people not just slavery.

Today black businesses are taking off in Charleston from restaurants to boutiques to city tours. With so much history of racial bias from the history of Charleston great strides are being made economically for all. Take a walk down King Street Downtown and stay at the Courtyard Hotel the only full service black owned hotel in Charleston; it’s owned by BET founder Robert Johnson. Stop in at some of the restaurants like 1st Place and then find your way to Daddies Girl Bakery

Don’t sleep on this city. Opportunities are opening up to build communities up for all the melanated residents.

MISSING CHILDREN

Let’s continue to keep our eyes, ears and hearts open to finding our missing children Children across the nation continues to disappear. It takes all of us to bring them home safely.

Let’s do our part.