Challenger Community News December 5, 2018

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Politics, Privilege, Race and Tim Hortons The second Mandela Citgo Gas Station is set to open soon at Broadway and Jefferson. But politics, privilege and race are standing in the way of Ahmed Selah’s quest to bring a Tim Hortons into his inner-city location. Page 3

INSIDE ROCHESTER

Garth Fagan Dance: Home for The Holidays!

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NATIONAL

One of Last Survivors of 1921 Tulsa Race Riot Dies at 103 Page 4

JUSTICE DENIED We Have A Right To Determine How The Historic Michigan Heritage Corridor Will Look…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Hamilton Review: Keepin’ It Woke...

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

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GARTH FAGAN DANCE: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2018 Home Season is Dec. 5 – 9 at Nazareth College Arts Center Rochester’s world-renowned Garth Fagan Dance presents its exciting 2018 Home Season just in time for the holidays this year: December 5 – 9 at Nazareth College Arts Center’s Callahan Theatre (4245 East Avenue ) for six exciting performances.

“We know that Rochester is proud of our success and views us as global ambassadors, and we appreciate that so very much,” says Garth Fagan Dance Executive Artistic Liaison and former GFD

dancer William J. Ferguson II. “We also want to reach out to our friends and neighbors and remind them that – whether they experienced a performance years ago or have yet to see the company live – this holiday season is the perfect opportunity to join us for our exciting 2018 Home Season at Nazareth College Arts Center.”

All six of this year’s performances will feature the Rochester premiere of Garth Fagan’s The North Star, a

celebration of the life of 19thcentury abolitionist, orator, author, and Rochester icon Frederick Douglass on the bicentennial of his birth. Featuring a brilliant score by veteran Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra saxophonist Walter Blanding, the work received rave reviews for its recent world premiere at the company’s annual season at The Joyce Theatre in New York City.

“I have read so much of Frederick Douglass that I allowed The North Star to lead me,” explains the muchawarded Fagan, who founded the company in 1970. “The work received roaring ovations in New York, and I hope that it will also move and inspire Rochester audiences.”

Each performance will also feature the Rochester premiere of Distant Kin, an impressionist work choreographed by Bessie Awardwinner/GFD Rehearsal Director Norwood Pennewell.

In this, his ninth piece created for the company, seven dancers perform to the electronic music of “Gold Town” and

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“Ghajar” by Stavroz, and “Für die liebe” by Matthew Dekay and Lee Burridge.

The six performances will take place: Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. (Program A*); Thursday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m.

(Program A); Friday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. (Program B*); Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. (Program C*); Saturday, Dec. 8 at 8 p.m. (Program A); and Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. (Program C).

A meet-and-greet in the lobby with the entire company follows each performance.

The current Garth Fagan Dance company includes long-time Fagan stars and Bessie Award-winners Norwood Pennewell, Steve Humphrey, and Natalie Rogers-Cropper, as well asVitolio Jeune, Guy Thorne, Adriene B. Hodge, Wynton Rice, An-

drew David, Davente Gilreath, Sarah Herbert, Le’Tiger Walker, Rishell Maxwell, Anna Lee, Justus Alicea, and J’royce Jata.

Tickets are $40 (Orchestra), $43 (Orchestra Aisle), and $55 (Premium), and are available at the Nazareth College Arts Center Box Office in person at 4245 East Ave., by phone at 585-389-2170, or by visitinghttps://www2. naz.edu/events/3051/.

Discounts available via Box Office only: $15 "The North Star" / Julie Lemberger tickets for children/students under 18 as well as college town holiday crowd to experistudents with ID, a 20% se- ence one of Rochester’s true nior discount, and a 20% dis- gems, Garth Fagan Dance is offering some festive extras count for groups of 10 more.

To further entice the home- and special incentives.

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AREA BRIEFS

Minnie Gillette

Remembering Minnie Gillette Former Erie County Legislator Joan Bozer was recently interviewed in the News about the fight to save the old Post Office in the 1970s. Ms. Bozer, 90, downplayed her role, citing many allies in the fight, especially her follow strategist the late Legislator Minnie Gillette. Mrs. Gillette is remembered by many to have led the movement to convert the former main post office into the ECC City campus.

The first African American woman elected to the Erie County Legislature, she was considered a "feisty" political figure who strayed from party lines in the interest of her constituents.

Public Input Meeting on Indoor Fieldhouse Study CannonDesign invites the public to attend a community meeting about a potential indoor fieldhouse within the City of Buffalo on Wednesday, Dec. 12 rom 5-7 p.m. at The Makowski Early Childhood center, 1095 Jefferson Ave. The meeting will provide an opportunity for the public to learn more about a planning and feasibility study being conducted by CannonDesign for the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo in partnership with the City of Buffalo and Buffalo Public Schools. The study will explore the feasibility of building a state-of-the-art indoor fieldhouse in the City of Buffalo to house sport functions.

Community members are invited to share their input at this meeting.

Council President Pridgen

Pridgen Calls for Additional Funding to Fix BMHA Properties Responding to residents complaints about deplorable conditions at BMHA housing sites during a recent meeting in the Council chambers, Council President Darius Pridgen is seeking additional funding to fix the deteriorating BMHA properties. Pridgen suggested that if $1 billion can go to fix city schools and $1 billion allotted to jump start the local economy, the same amount should go to help restore decent living conditions to residents of BMHA housing developments. He sent a letter to Sens. Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand also Rep. Brian Higgins calling on them to help get additional federal funding. Mayor Byron supported Council Member Pridgen’s request for additional funding. However Rep Higgins also cited “consistent poor leadership and management” as being partly to blame. City officials assure that new BMHA leadership is working to correct past issues as well as current concerns.

Christmas Give Away

A free spaghetti and meatball dinner sponsored by We Care & Friends will be held Thursday, December 6, from 4-8p.m., at the Bread of Life, 1638 South Park Avenue.

There will be free gift cards, toys, turkey baskets and lots of gently used outerwear, caps and gloves to give away.

Politics, Privilege, Race and Tim Hortons E

leven years ago Ahmed Saleh opened the 24hour Mandella Convenience Market and Citgo Gas on the corner of East Ferry and Jefferson Avenue, transforming a symbol of stagnation and neglect for 37 years, into a thriving, brightly lit sign of hope and progress.

He recently completed his second Mandella enterprise at Jefferson and Broadway, a desolate inner city corner which stood empty even longer - over 40 years!

Mr. Saleh, a bright young businessman armed with a college degree, a strong work ethic, vision and love for his people, took his talents and dared to venture into the heart of East Buffalo to bring the same quality and service citizens experience in other parts of the city and suburbs.

Yet despite single handedly helping to change the economic landscape in the traditionally underserved Black community, one piece of Mr. Saleh’s dream - to bring a full service Tim Hortons into the inner city – has yet to be realized.

Politics, Privilege and Race Initially his main competition - a planned mixed-use building by Ellicott Development with a Tim Hortons drive through at Michigan and William - was scrapped after the City’s Zoning Board of Appeals voted to deny Ellicott’s request to change the zoning law to accommodate the drive through construction. At that time the board also heard from area residents such as the Coppertown block club and other concerned citizens who expressed their opposition to the planned construction and praised the Board’s decision to deny it. That area of Michigan, they argued, is promoted as a walkable tourist attraction of the historic Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor.

But on November 20 at a closed meeting, the Board met again and the denial for the drive through was overturned, reportedly as the result of a court order, declaring that construction could indeed go

The second Mandella Citgo Gas Station is set to open soon at Broadway and Jefferson. But politics, privilege and race are standing in the way of businessman Ahmed Selah's (above quest to bring a full service Tim Hortons into his inner city location. forward – no matter the law or codes or who and what the community wanted.

The question now is how the reversal of that decision stands to impact the Mandella Enterprise. Will politics and money prevail? If Ellicott Development is allowed to build its drive thru and gain the Tim Hortons’ franchise, will Mr. Saleh’s dream be denied?

As Mr. Saleh points out, Tim Horton’s can still open a franchise in his Broadway/ Jefferson establishment in the inner city. Tim Horton restaurants in close proximity to one another is nothing new. Some locations are not even a mile apart like the two at Clinton and Bailey and Clinton and William.

“They can’t use distance as an excuse,” he said.

-Four Year QuestMr. Saleh’s quest to bring a Tim Horton’s into the inner city began at least four years ago when asked the Canadian based company to come into the Ferry/Jefferson location.

Although they turned down his initial request – their concerns he said were location and what they saw as a “high crime area” – talks continued.

Mr. Saleh thought surely his then planned new location on

Broadway would be acceptable. He built the facility to Tim Hortons’ specifications – enlisting the expert services of Schenn & Associates, the company that did all the engineering for the Tim Horton’s in East Aurora. Compared to other Tim Hortons around the city said John Schenn , Mande la’s would be able to offer very good service considering the size of the drive thru and the number of cars it can accommodate.

“I gave them (Tim Hortons) everything they wanted,” said Mr. Saleh, with the expectation they would come in…it was just an empty lot….we built for them.”

The new 6,000 square foot building includes a 25-car drive through with an entrance on Broadway and exit on Jefferson Avenue as well as all the other specifications he was told he needed to win approval.

But the back and forth continued. Why the delay? Why not a Tim Hortons at Mandela’s? Does race play a role?

“Despite my track record it has not been easy,” Mr. Saleh continued. “I still have a hard time. Imagine someone who looks like me who has no track Continued Page 10

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Dorie Miller, Hero at Pearl Harbor Dorie Miller enlisted in the US Navy in 1939 at the age of 20. He was made a mess attendant, one the few positions available to African Americans at the time.

Miller was eventually elevated to Cook, Third Class and assigned to the USS West Virginia stationed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Miller was doing laundry as a mess attendant aboard the West Virginia on December 7, 1941, when the Japanese launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. Miller, who made his way from below deck to the ship’s bridge, saw Japanese fighter planes attacking US Naval forces, and the harbor already engulfed in flames. He ran to an antiaircraft station, only to find it shattered by a Japanese torpedo. Miller then pulled a captain and several of his crewmates to safety under heavy enemy fire.

Miller returned to the bridge, secured an unattended 50-caliber anti-aircraft gun, and began firing at Japanese warplanes. Although he had no previous training in operating the weapon, by the end of the attack he managed to shoot down at least two, and perhaps as many as six, Japanese aircraft. “It wasn’t hard,” Miller recalled, “I just pulled the trigger and she worked fine.” Once Miller ran out of ammunition, he was ordered to abandon ship.

Although Miller’s courage under fire was initially overlooked, the black press seized his story and pressured the Navy to recognize him. On May 27, 1942, Admiral Chester W. Nimitz honored him by awarding him the Navy Continued Page 11

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NATIONAL + WORLD

Challenger Community News • t hec hallengernews.com •December 5, 2018

Black Lives Finally Matter? The FBI Will Launch a Database to Keep Track of Deadly Police Encounters

Dr. Olivia Hooker

According to the Associated Press, the federal government will roll out a national database that will keep track of when law enforcement officers use deadly force.

In doing so, the intent is provide more transparency about these encounters, as they continue to remain commonplace.

The FBI national database, announced recently and being launched in January, will catalog incidents in which a death or serious bodily injury occurs, or when officers discharge a firearm at or in the direction of someone. It also will track gender, age, ethnicity and other demographic information.

For years there have been calls for such a database, as it’s not exactly a secret that people of color—and African-American decent—have bore the brunt of police violence.

One of the Last Survivors of 1921 Tulsa Race Riot Dies at 103 GOP's Lone Black SenaDr. Olivia Hooker, the first African-American woman in the U.S. Coast Guard and One of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa race riot, one of the worst race riots in U.S. history, has died at age 103.

Olivia Hooker was 6 years old when the late-spring riot destroyed much of Tulsa neighborhood that had been known as “Black Wall Street.” She told National Public Radio in an interview this year that she hid under a table as a mob of torchcarrying people destroyed her family’s home.

Two days of violence in 1921 by Whites against Blacks left hundreds dead and injured and more than 1,000 Black owned homes and businesses destroyed. The violence began on May 31 after a false rumor spread that a black man allegedly assaulted a white woman in an elevator.

By the early morning of June 1, the wholesale burning and pillaging of Black Tulsa had begun. Blacks were greatly outnumbered, and the police were not effective in controlling the riot.

The National Guard declared martial law throughout the city at 11:29 a.m., bringing an end to most violence. The Guard then began rounding up Blacks for internment. White rioters returned to their homes the night of June 1, while much of Tulsa’s Black population was imprisoned.

Dr. Hooker’s goddaughter, Janis Porter, says her godmother died at their home Nov. 21 in White Plains, New York. Porter didn’t provide a cause of death.

CNN Fires Marc Lamont Hill After Israel Comments In a recent speech before the United Nations, CNN commentator and Temple University professor Marc Lamont Hill advocated for armed resistance against Israel, stating that a free Palestine should be expanded “from the river to the sea,” a phrase popular with opponents of Israel’s statehood.

After his speech, he clarified on Twitter, “I support Palestinian freedom. I support Palestinian self-determination. I am deeply critical of Israeli policy and practice,” he said. “I do not support anti-Semitism, killing Jewish people, or any of the other things attributed to my speech. I have spent my life fighting these things.”

In response, the National Council of Young Israel called for his ouster. “With his racist views and unabashed denigration of Israel, Dr. Hill does not deserve to be given any sort of platform that facilitates the dissemination of his bigotry, whether it be on Cable TV or in a classroom.” “In light of Dr. Hill’s malevolent anti-Semitic remarks, we call upon CNN and Temple University to fire him immediately,” the statement continued.

Sharon Nazarian, the Anti-Defamation League’s senior vice president for international affairs, condemned Hill’s words.

“Those calling for ‘from the river to the sea’ are calling for an end to the State of Israel,” Nazarian told the Jewish Journal.

Today, CNN announced Hill, who also hosted a show on BET, “is no longer under contract with CNN,” per a spokesperson’s email.Hill has come under fire for his anti-Israel comments in the past and has been labeled anti-Semitic by opponents online.

His use of the “from the river to the sea” phrase is especially troubling. It’s been one of Hamas’ slogans for years. It read on twitter.com Still, his ouster saw an outpouring of support from pundits and commentators, many of them pointing out CNN’s decision to keep personalities with anti-Palestinian, anti-Muslim rhetoric.

tor Does the Right Thing, Opposes Controversial Trump Pick Tim Scott, a U.S. senator from South Carolina, the Senate’s sole Black Republican, has announced he will oppose the nomination of Thomas Farr.

Scott said last-minute “new” information from the Department of Justice solidified his opposition against Farr.

President Donald Trump wanted Farr, a man who had been nominated by President George W. Bush about a decade ago but did not receive a vote, to represent eastern North Carolina on a federal court. Trump did not care about Farr’s role in defending and creating strategies to disenfranchise Black voters, including his work with the campaign of former North Carolina Sen. Jesse Helms, a man who is a legend in the South for his disgusting use of open racism in his campaigns.

Thanks to Scott, Farr won’t be able to do from the bench what he did, not only for the Helms campaign but as an attorney who defended one of the most shocking voter suppression laws in the country.

At least he won’t be able to do it yet.

It’s possible we’ll see Farr up for a vote again in the Senate next year. That’s when a single vote from Scott won’t be able to stop him. That’s when we’ll find out if any of Scott’s Republican colleagues feel a similar sense of duty and make sure a man who should not be a federal bench doesn’t make it there.

Two years ago, Scott chose his party over racial equality when he was comfortable talking up Trump in the general election. Today, he is doing the reverse. It’s the second time he has stopped a nominee from being named to the federal bench.

"Those who believe, can move mountains, those who believe they can't, cannot. ”

HEALTH MATTERS

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Does Your Jaw Click When You Open Your Mouth?

Excellent Herb for Anxiety -Holy Basil.This herb contains eugenol and other aromatic compounds that give it a pleasant odor- and that appear to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Studies suggest that holy basil reduces the stress hormone cortisol. In addition, it’s often used for reducing anxiety and grief. You can take this herb as needed or on a long-term basis.

By Ashley Turner Jaw popping, clicking, and pain is common. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge joint of the jaw; the anatomy includes, bones and cartilage, with associated structures such as tissue and muscle. It is a load bearing joint where injury, or overexertion can occur. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) range from issues with the bones of the jaw, articular discs, muscles and nerves of the face. TMD symptoms can vary from tenderness to significant pain in the jaw, locking, popping and other discomforts, making simple acts such as eating or speaking uncomfortable to very difficult.

Research of the temporomandibular joint and disorders associated with the TMJ has become a popular field of study. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, the number of individuals affected by TMD is unknown, but estimated at approximately 10 million Americans. The definitive cause for disorders of the TMJ is debated by dental researchers.

Studies indicate the symptoms can fluctuate over time and there is no clear understanding of the natural progression or even all the contributing variables. However, it is documented that women are disproportionately affected, with most being between the ages of 20 to 45.

Currently there is no cure for temporomandibular joint disorders, however there are several courses of treatment. Current treatments include anti-inflammatory medications, stretching/ Children who are overweight relaxing of the muscles through massage therapy, acupuncture, or obese are at increased risk chiropractic care to align the body preventing and or to treat for asthma, researchers report. jaw misalignment, splints, mouthguards and for major jaw isA retrospective study, pubsues oral surgery. Treatments for TMD can give significant re- lished in Pediatrics, included lief of symptoms.

507,496 children followed Frequent jaw pain and discomforts are a reality for many. for an average of four years.

Do not just endure.

None of the children had inIf you are experiencing any jaw discomforts or pain effect- cidents of asthma before the ing your daily life, speak with your dentist to discuss possible start of the study. causes and treatments to relieve your symptoms.

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Community Achievement

Rita Hubbard Robinson, JD, CEO Neu Water & Associates recently received the community achievement award from the Population Health Collaborative. Committed to the improvement of health and social determinants of health, Rita has worked for 30 years with community organizations to connect individuals to health and wellness services She is a project director at the Millennium Collaborative, hosts the Millennium Health Matters radio show, on WUFO 96.5 FM, founded the ECMC Grider farmer’s market, and more. Learn more about Rita’s latest venture at www.neuh2o.com

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Serious Side-Effects Force A Third Of Diabetics To Quit Drug

The side effects of the world's most commonly prescribed diabetes drug is so severe that around a third of patients stop taking it, a new study has discovered.

Metformin, marketed as Glucophage, among other names, is designed to treat type 2 diabetes - but it often causes a range of distressing gut problems, such as diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. As a result, around a third of patients stop taking the medication without telling their doctor, researchers at the University of Surrey have discovered.

Diabetics are also giving up on other drugs, although not in quite the same numbers. Around 23 percent stop taking a sulfonylurea, such as gliclazide, which can bring on a sudden drop in blood sugar causing fainting and dizziness, and 20 percent quit pioglitazone, marketed as Actos, which has side-effects including bone pain, eyesight problems, low blood sugar and even fatal liver problems. This could mean that many diabetics are doing nothing to treat their condition if they’re not modifying their diet. “We have known for a long time that a lot of medication prescribed for chronic diseases never actually gets taken,” said lead researcher Dr. Andy McGovern. Dr. McGovern and his team analyzed how 1.6 million diabetics were coping with their medication by studying clinical trials and studies.

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FAITH & FAMILY

Lincoln Memorial UM Annual Holiday Concert The Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church will sponsor its Annual Holiday Concert on Thursday, December 13 at 6 p.m. The event is free and all are welcome to attend an evening of great songs and beautiful music. Please join us and our guests, Buffalo's finest singers and musicians: the George Caldwell Trio, Carol Milhouse, Carol Young, Lincoln Memorial Dance Ministry, the Joel Nicholas Trio, Lincoln Chorale and more. Lincoln Memorial UM Church is located at 641 Masten Avenue. Ms. Janet Barnes is minister of music, Joel Nicholas, assistant minister of music and Pastor George F. Nicholas is the senior pastor.

Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church-Prayer & A Meeting

Mt. Zion Baptist Church will host “Prayer & A Meeting,” ensuring your spiritual, medical and financial wellness on Wednesday, December 5 from 5:30-7:30p.m. at 1334 Calumet Ave, Niagara Falls. Presenters include Michael Williamson, owner, Williamson Funeral Home; Scott Marcin, JD, financial advisor MetLife Insurance; Ronald Hicks, retirement planning specialist, AXA Advisors. Professionals will address funeral pre-planning, wills, trusts, investments, healthcare directives and insurance. Light refreshments will be served. Please call the church at 716-282-3655 to make your reservation.

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Rev. Cole to Be Installed as New Pastor of Providence Baptist

Providence B a p t i s t Church invites the community and friends to join them as they install their new Pastor, The Reverend Dian E. Cole on Sunday December 9, at 3p.m., at the Pastor’s home church, First Shiloh Baptist Church, 15 Pine Street, where the Reverend Jonathan R. Staples is Pastor.

A reception will immediately follow the service. For further information please call 716-316-0870.

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“The Night the Angels Sang” A Christmas Cantata Musical Set

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collaboration of churches presents "The Night The Angels Sang" where musical giants from Western New York bring a musical message to Buffalo.

At a time when many churches have abandoned many genres of Christian music, a group of churches have come together to celebrate and introduce a forgotten style of sacred musical style. “The Night the Angels Sang,” published in 1964, by John W. Peterson, is a Christmas Cantata that draws our attention to the true meaning of Christmas. This elegant evening of musical delight for the entire community will take place, Saturday, December 15, at 5p.m., at First Shiloh Baptist Church, 15 Pine Street. Tickets are $20; Student tickets $10.

To purchase tickets call First Shiloh Baptist Church, 817-6555; Durham Memorial AME Zion Church, 856-1913; and Mrs. Martha Connor, 713-3128. Seating for this event is first come first served.

The collaboration of churches has an additional goal: to inspire Buffalo’s Young African Americans to embrace all genres of Christian music and strive for high achievement and excellence.

A combined choir of more than fifty voices with full instrumentation will take us back to a time when all forms of Christian music (anthems, spirituals, hymns, gospel and traditional) were embraced by the church with excellence.

The event will be held at the 102 year old First Shiloh Baptist Church, which has also been designed as the southern-most starting point for the recently developed Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor. In fact, there is an historic marker at the church site commemorating the home site of early abolitionists in Buffalo.

Pastor Jonathan R. Staples said, “We welcome the community to share not only a musical event, but an inspirational evening, which could serve as a tipping point for some young person in the audience to decide to embrace our tradition. We want our young people to know that you don’t have to abandon history of the Black Church and that there are many people willing to help them. Our religious history must live on.”

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FAITH & FAMILY

With the Name of God the Gracious the Merciful

You Can Help A Needy Child this Holiday

-A Message of Divine Guidance-

The Giving Tree is a project, which helps hundreds of needy children during the holidays, and the Family Help Center has sponsored the Giving Tree for 25 years.

The annual Giving tree has begun its 3-week stay at the Eastern Hills Mall. The tree holds hundreds of ornaments- each of which lists the first name of a child whom the Center serves, as well as his or her age, size, and gift wish. By choosing a tag at the Giving Tree, you can make the holiday bright for a needy child. Please come visit the Giving Tree, located near Pure Integrity Candles at Eastern Hills Mall by December 11. You can make a child’s wish come true this holiday season.

The Straight Path

Peace be onto you.

There is not anything on this earth that happens that is not ordained by God. The fact that you may have read the articles before this one or not, was ordained by Him. Have you given it much thought as to why you are reading this now? Does He want me to do something about this? Most likely, the answer is yes.

If you had been invited to the White House or any governmental highly classified institution would you, a commoner, not want to go? Then treat this as an invitation from the most High God .In the past articles we learned who we are and the purpose of being who we are and what is required of us to do. Would you not like to be an assistant for someone who does not need your help just to be part of that plan?

(Isaiah 27: 1-12) is a good reason to respond Yah – God. He is the only one who is capable of keeping promises.

(Genesis 15: 13-14) is a promise being kept even as we speak.

Deuteronomy (28: 58-68) has already been fulfilled. Promises in (Deuteronomy 30:6-10), (Isaiah 11:12/43:6),are and will happen, but it is necessary for us to prepare. What is unique about this is that the system is already in place; all we need to do is adjust to it. It is very easy and without flaws. High school diplomas and college degrees were not necessary when this system was initiated. The thought of all and sundry were intended - remember (Matthew 6:33). This was not taught in school and if we comply we will benefit. This is applicable even in this system that we currently live in. Why? Because this system is false. Every one that lives by the system of God will be successful, certified or not. You are told to send your children to college then you go laboring for it and with many cases, in the end there is still a bill left unpaid and no jobs to pay it off. With the system of the Most high everything is free, and for every one good deed that you do, the reward is 10. Look from Adam to Muhammad. There are no degrees better than theirs, and they were all successful. How beautiful and awe inspiring are these words in (Isaiah 42:1-9/43:1-7) and (44:1-7). All that is needed is to return to Him and give Him what is due. If you do that, his promises are guaranteed .The restoration of ISRAEL. (Join us for Prayer on Fridays @ 5 p.m.; Class on Sundays 3-5 p.m. Temporary location 1337 Jefferson; 716-207-1981)

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Evangelistic Temple to Celebrate Pastor George W. Dubois 32nd Pastoral Anniversary and 65th Birthday!

The community, friends and former members are invited to worship with The Evangelistic Temple and Community Church on December 9 in celebration of Pastor George W. Dubois 32nd Pastoral Anniversary and his 65th birthday. The Evangelistic Temple is located at 92 Hedley Place (between Jefferson Avenue and Meech Street).

Special guests will be the congregation from Jordan Grove Baptist Church, the Pastor’s former church home. Starting the day at 9:30 will be R.I.S.E. Service (Religious Instruction on Sunday for Everyone) with guest teacher James L. Spencer.

Morning service will begin promptly at 10:45 with guest speaker C. C. Co, Pastor of Jordan Grove.

Immediately following morning service there will be fellowship with guests in the Lewis Holley Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions or require additional information, please call the church at 882-1432.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all a safe and joyful Christmas Holiday.

ST. JOHN FRUIT BELT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION HONORS LUNCHEON The community is invited to attend the Fruit Belt Community Development Corporations HONORS LUNCHEON which will be held on Saturday December 8 at 1:00 p.m. at the Grand Hotel 120 Church St. Buffalo, New York.

The St. John Fruit Belt Community Development Corporation has completely and successfully transformed the Fruit Belt Community into a world class community. This transformation is the Comprehensive Urban Development Model which has gained national and international attention through the Progressive National Baptist Convention.

The event will recognize and honor forty-three individuals whom faithfully supported the St. John Fruit Belt Community Development Corp. project.

Overseer Michael Chapman is the President and CEO of the St. John Fruit Belt Community Development Corporation. Dawna Jones is the luncheon event Chairperson. For tickets and information call 716 -852-4504.

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Free Holiday Party The Resource Council of WNY will host its 3rd Annual Community Holiday Party on Thursday, December 13, from 6-8p.m. at 347 E. Ferry Street. The free event will feature holiday crafts, story time with Santa, refreshments, raffles and more.

Call 716-259-9844 or email Jerrica.DeLaney@resourcecouncilwny.org to RSVP for you and your family by December 10.

“Knowing when to stop, you can avoid any danger.”

-Tao Te

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Entertainment

HAMILTON Whose Narrative Is it Anyway?

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By Annette Daniels Taylor

amilton, An American Musical winner of 11 Tony Awards, 2016 Pulitzer for Drama, Drama Desk Awards, and a Grammy award currently being performed at Shea’s Performing Arts Center is a sure fire modern classic by 33 year old genius actor/playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda.

This “historical hip-hop-opera” is inspired by U.S. Founding Father Alexander Hamilton’s life to the rhythmic influence of 90’s rap and hip-hop.

Seeing Hamilton in the newly renovated Shea’s reminds us that experiencing theater in a space this magnificent and plush, is a rare treat for those living daily lives within Buffalo.

In a city with as much theater as Buffalo, live theater is still a cultural luxury, however Hamilton producers, believing arts power, are offering $10 tickets during daily lotteries.

If opportunity keeps you away from Shea’s now you’ll have a shot at witnessing nothing less than the best theater you may ever see this year because Lin-Manuel Miranda has created a brilliant work of art in Hamilton, which is moving and motivating but historically, may be misleading.

Folks watching this production may feel educated on forgotten American history while head-bopping, however this narrative of Alexander Hamilton was derived after Miranda read Ron Chernow’s biography of Mr. Hamilton and sadly, according to historian Dr. Phil Magness analysis in Colonization after Emancipation: Lincoln and the Movement for Black Resettlement, it seems Mr. Chernow’s biography overlooked behavior and documents portraying Hamilton, not as the Revolutionary abolitionist Miranda stages him to be in the play, but instead as a slaver, slavery sympathizer and slavery collaborator. The flaws appear in his narrative.

Despite the play being an energetic and engaging perfect work of art, Miranda used Chernow’s biography as his sole reference. I feel this is the flaw of the narrative.

Before, during and after the Revolutionary War many free, White citizens profited from slavery. In the North many of these citizens lived in New York. Alexander Hamilton and his in-laws were part of this society. On July 4, 1827, slavery was abolished in New York State and prior to that 25% of New York City’s White family's owned at least one African descended slave.

The most elite owned more than one and also owned property along the Hudson, in Albany, New York as well as Southern and Caribbean plantations. Alexander Hamilton’s main interests were securing this young country fiscally and securing his own social economic status and legacy.

Hamilton suggested freeing slaves to fight the Revolutionary War. Washington who owned hundreds of slaves disagreed until they discovered the British was offering freedom if they ran away and fought against the colonists. Hamilton, as a lawyer, regularly acquired, sold and retrieved enslaved men, women and children for clients including his father and sister in-laws.

Songs like, Room Where It Happened, examin Hamilton’s and his cohorts desires to be a part of the country’s narrative, and a favorite, Not Gonna Miss My Shot addresses Hamilton’s need for power, wealth, respect and status.

Musical theater is a safe place to experience culture, to be enlightened by other points of view, to be entertained by dazzling talents. Hamilton, will fulfill all of these promises, because it is that good and because Lin-Manuel Miranda is that good.The entire cast of this touring show are absolutely spectacular adding to the breathtaking performances committed to this narrative, music, language and stroytelling you will undoubtedly connect the historic stage events to present day.

Miranda remixes mid to late 80's / 90's music of a “hood-life revolution for liberty” against the lack of livelihood for being Black, Brown or poor in America, into a historical American Revolution of “white only” freedom fighting founding fathers played by dark brown actors. The multi-racial cast is a reflection of what New York City and much of the country looks like today and in Hamilton may also represents how New York City looked in the 1700’s except back then, Black and Brown folks were not the elite, had no little rights, and didn’t make direct decisions regarding the formation and direction of our government.

Most importantly Hamilton is a reflection of today streaming through a historic lens. It's also a play about 18th century societal issues still concerning us today. This musical is about controlling narratives within one’s story and history. If you get the opportunity to see it, you should. (photo by Joan Marcus)

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FREIGHTRAIN: A Musical Stew of Roots Soul

Led By the First Indigenous Inductee Into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame

Burchfield Penney's Annual Art Party:

STAY GOLD

Friday December 14

“We’re not really a blues band but we can play the hell out of the blues.”-Robert “Freightrain” Parker If you’ve been fortunate enough to have caught Freightrain on the first Friday of the month at the Sportsmen’s Tavern, you’re already familiar with Robert Parker and company’s invigorating and adept melange of soulful grooves. If not, consider the above quote an introduction to this nickel-city born and bred bassist extraordinaire who will be performing at the Christmas Jam and 7th Annual Toy Drive for Native American Youth at the Armor Inn Tap Room this Thursday, December 6 at 7 p.m.

The first indigenous inductee into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame in 2015 as well as the winner of the 2018 best blues album at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s Indigenous Music Awards for the album “Live” (recorded at The Sportsmen’s), Parker’s first exposure to music was through his father’s group “The Iroquois Trail.”

“I didn’t know it at the time but you’re born with the talent, I believe, and they Matt would leave all of their instruments there and I’d start fumbling around with them: BAUER drums, guitar bass,” explains Parker, who is of Seneca heritage.

An unsuccessful stint as a trumpet player in seventh grade led to a bass guitar at his father’s encouragement which was purchased with funds saved from Parker’s paper route. A first gig at the ripe old age of 13 ignited his now four decades and counting career. “ I started to find my own way “ he says of his salad days. “I was heavy into soul and R&B: Average White Band and Tower of Power. They all had great bass players ; very melodic. What pushed me along was that I’m a very aggressive bass player. I love the pocket, pushing the pocket.”

Evolving organically from the remnants of the Willie Haddock Band three years ago, Freightrain Grace Lougen on guitars, Damone A-Miracale Jackson on drums, Greg Leech on keyboards, Parker on bass and the celestial vocals of Leslie Gardner and Simone Appleby, known as the Union have won a worldwide following, performing in Canada, the Caribbean and Europe.

“It was a dream of mine forever to have this kind of band,” enthuses Parker . The group flows onstage with vital musicality, embracing funk, soul, jazz, rock and blues into their own soulful stew while cannily avoiding the lazy anarchy that’s so often synonymous with the so-called “jam-band” scene.

Prompted to define the band’s sound, Parker calls it “roots and soul” with the back-beat rhythm and blues drive of “The Buffalo Sound” formulated by the likes of Dyke and the Blazers, Raven and Rick James and The Stone City Band.

With 2016’s “Live” and its follow-up 2017’s “Outside Ourselves” in their discography, Freightrain continue to forge their own impressive path, one that Parker is determined to lead in a challenging and troubled music business.

“It’s a lot of hard work but this band deserves it. I’ll keep pushing until someone says yes, because I believe in it.”

For the upcoming Christmas Jam, there’s no cash cover charge, just a new or unwrapped toy must be donated, which will be personally distributed by Parker to four territories and two Family Service Agencies in Western New York.

Monetary donations are also welcome to provide instruments and lessons for Native Youth. “We just recently identified a young Native boy who will become a recipient. We will provide him with a guitar, amp and music lessons.”

You can check out Freightrain on the first Friday of each month at The Sportsmen’s Tavern 326 Amherst St., Buffalo or for more information check out https://freightrainband.com

FREE cultural happening with site-specific installations, live music, workshops, and wide-ranging creativity in galleries, hallways, stairwells, and secret nooks and crannies of the entire building The Burchfield Penney Art Center at SUNY Buffalo State will present its annual community art party Friday, December 14, as part of its M&T sponsored Second Fridays.

Each year Stay Gold marks the Center’s anniversary celebrating the incredible breadth of talented artists and musicians in Buffalo featuring site-specific installations and musical performances The public is invited to an evening of the unexpected.

The galleries, open 10 am - 9 pm, are free all day. Special programs run 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm, with a special dance party starting at 9:30 pm.

All ages are welcome, the event is free and open to the public.

Line-up includes: Reception Area 5:30 pm - Frontstreet Men 6:30 pm - Curtis Lovell 7:30 pm - The Brothers Blue 9:30 pm - Travi$ Twin East Gallery 6:00 pm - Kokoneetz (Andrew Kothen) 7:00 pm - Hop Hop 8:00 pm - Space Cubs Art Installations Markenzy Cesar Debra Eck Bianca McGraw Jose Rodriguez Siegel/Sonnenberg Darya Warner Joshua With Xiao Yang Angelina and Ari Matteliano Brian Milbrand and Holly Johnson Eclectric Oil and Light For more information, go to www.burchfieldpenney.org

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USA Occupational Services Wins $5,000 Grand Prize at KeyBank Business Boost & Build Buffalo Pitch Competition USA Occupational Services, a woman owned and operated drug and alcohol testing service located at 327 Niagara Street in Buffalo, won $5,000 at the KeyBank Business Boost & Build Buffalo Pitch competition, held at the Foundry Suites on Wednesday November 28th.

Owner and Operator Laythanette Shine said her goal is to help employers solve the problem of drugs in the workplace. Her pitch included statistics about the dangerous

effect drugs and alcohol can have in the workplace.

“I feel honored, it was like a lifeline to me, winning (this competition) was taking the next breath,” said Shine, who plans to use the money to purchase more equipment, expand marketing and branding efforts and build her staff with the goal of doing 25 tests a day. “I believe in what I do, and I believe in business and safety.”

“We congratulate Laythanette Shine of USA Occupational

Pictured (L to R) Buford Sears – KeyBank Buffalo Region Market President, Tamika Otis - KeyBank Business Boost & Build New York Program Manager, Laythanette Shine - Owner and Operator, USA Occupational Services.

Service on her great win at the KeyBank Business Boost & Build Buffalo Pitch Competition. Her winning presentation was one of many highlights of a great night that reflected the enthusiasm and growth that’s fueling Buffalo’s renaissance,” said Buford Sears, KeyBank Buffalo Region Market President. “Everyone in attendance walked away winners thanks to the collaborative spirit and networking that took place at this fun event.”

Organizers received more than 50 applications from individuals and businesses

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that wanted to take part in the event. 10 finalists pitched their business ideas to a panel of local judges Other winners include: •2nd Place - $2,000 Kubed Root – Elias Martinez: A micro-green urban farm with the goal of creating an indoor urban farm facility in Buffalo.

•3rd Place - $1,000 Prime Care Transportation Inc. – Christine Uwimbabazi: Provides non-emergency medical transportation to all, including low income and immigrant families in Buffalo.

•All other finalists received $500 Persimmon DevelopmentDerek Neuland: Provides design photography and web tools to help businesses grow.

Glory Market LLC – Gloria Ofori: A retail market in the Elmwood Village offering a rich selection of African food products, recipes, cosmetics, artifacts, clothing and jewelry.

Organic Gentlemen – Michael James Moise: An image consulting for men and women with a strong focus in education, helping high school students transition to adulthood.

Divinity Holistics and Beauty – Nina Hardy: Offers a variety of holistic based beauty treatment.

Whimsy Confections – Michele Odgen: Makes hand painted artisan bonbons and other confections.

Abeille Glassworks – Bridget Taylor: Makes stained glass jewelry boxes and custom stained window panels.

Do Better Together Mentoring Group – Jermainel Harris: A group dedicated to promoting pro-social friendships, interpersonal skills and a sense of hope to young people.

The KeyBank Business Boost & Build Buffalo Pitch Competition was generously supported by The Community Foundation of Greater Buffalo.

Another underdeveloped inner city corner at Broadway and Jefferson before the new Mandella Mart and Citgo Gas was built.

MANDELLA: POLITICS, PRIVILEGE, RACE continued record. He has no chance. He can’t even dream!”

“Why can’t we have the same opportunities,” he continued alluding to racial disparities so prevalent in society today. “We work hard,we raise our families, pay our taxes… and we drink Tim Hortons… what is happening is not good for the East Side community that is looking to share in Buffalo’s renaissance.”

-Community BuilderA respected community builder and supporter, Mr. Saleh has received unwavering support from Assemblywoman Crystal PeoplesStokes throughout his quest.

Council President Darius G. Pridgen has also sent a support letter to Tim Hortons corporate offices on his behalf.

Most recently a number of area ministers and community activists and residents have expressed support for Mr. Saleh in his attempt to land the Tim Hortons’ franchise.

In addition to an impressive and proven track record as a businessman, he holds a degree from Buffalo State College in Computer Science and completed a business /training course of study at Canisius College. Mr. Saleh works 1819 hours a day and is the recipient of over 25 community awards. He hosts such activities as his annual community NelsonMandela Day free birthday celebration and gas sale which draws hundreds yearly. He sponsors over 50 children in a youth bowling league in addition to supporting a host of other community ventures.

He opened the first location on Jefferson and Ferry in 2007 with an $800,000 loan from First Niagara Bank. He has only two years remaining to pay off that debt. When he decided to open his second location on Broadway, M&T bank invested $2.5 million into his

business.

“If M&T will invest $2.5 million in us, why can’t Tim Hortons come in as a franchise?” he asked.

“A Tim Hortons in the community would not only be great for business, it would be great for the neighborhood and great for diversity,” continued Mr. Saleh. Beyond that, he adds, the presence of a mainstream franchise is a solid investment in the community and helps remove the unfair stigma of a “crime ridden area,” hopefully encouraging other businesses to follow.

-Keeping Hope alive Shortly after the Thanksgiving holiday, Mr. Saleh received a text from his broker, who shared a message he received from a Tim Hortons’ representative which read, “Still reviewing location…” in reference to the Mandella store on Broadway.

Mr. Saleh remains hopeful while keeping several options open. ‘’I’m still looking forward to Tim Hortons coming into the community,” he said. “It would be historic.”

While the new location will be open for business in a few weeks, the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the Broadway-Jefferson location the first new minority-owned business built from the ground up in many years - will take place in the Spring.

The businesses were named in honor of iconic South African Freedom Fighter Nelson Mandela who dedicated his life to improving conditions for his people.

“I believe that if we push more businesses in the area, it will automatically upgrade and improve the neighborhood,” said Mr. Saleh.

“This community deserves a chance…all we want is an opportunity like everyone else.”

-a.b.

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"Yakety Yak:" Another Look at Old School Parenting

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he last article I shared with you concerned the serious issue of parenting from a humorous perspective.

The response was tremendous! Thank you!!

Several parents contacted me so I decided to write Part 2 of “Old School Parenting" through the eyes of the Coaster's famous lyrics, "Yakety Yak." You may recall that I compared the lyrics to how my parents and grandparents raised us "Back in the Day." Before I analyze the 1958 lyrics let me give a brief account of my maternal grandparents. My grandfather, Rev. AC Carter, was born in the late 1800's. He married my grandma around 1914 and they raised their 10 children, my Mom, (Maggie (Carter) Nichols) being the youngest. In the midst of raising their children they also took in other children too. For example, when one of my cousins died in childbirth having twins, my grandparents raised those KATIE babies (cousin Booster and his twin sister, HARROD cousin Christine). They came into an intact family with mom, dad and children. You might notice that I put a "handle" on their names (cousin). Is that a word that requires a definition? Most Southerners back then understood that children must respect their elders in several ways. One way was to always put an honorable title or handle before their name, Mr. or Mrs., Uncle or Aunt, etc. So this business of calling your teacher or next door neighbor by his or her first name was completely unheard of,....I can't even imagine! (That was the 1900's yes and the Bible tells us at Jeremiah 6:16 ...."Stand by the roads and look, and ask for the eternal(ancient) paths; where the good, old way is , then walk in it and you will find rest for your soul..." the family unit... father, mother (both in the home) raising children.

Well, .... Back to those Coaster's lyrics that remind me of the "good old way"... The father, in the home, was talking to his teenaged son...I'll just give the last stanza here (complete lyrics on You Tube).

"Don't you give me no dirty looks!!

Your Father's hip he KNOWS what COOKS!!

Just tell your hoodlum friend Outside...

You ain't got time to take a ride!!

Yakety Yak! ( DON'T Talk Back!! ) When all is said and done, this dad laid down the law with loving authority to his teenage son! Our moms are working hard but we also need to have the fathers step up like this. Children require both parents raising them as we did so much more of in the past (back in "The Day")!!

By the way, guess who is pictured here? Yes! My papa & grandma. They left a great example of raising children in an intact family with both parents; using no foster care system to care for other children in the extended family. The more we look back we can gain wisdom to heal our family situations!

Until next time...God Bless & enjoy the Christmas Holidays with your family. I can be reached at Katieharrodlaw@yahoo. com.

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Too long have others spoken for us.”

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JUSTICE DENIED: We Have A Right To Determine How The Historic Michigan Heritage Corridor Will Look…

Ellicott Development requested at the July 18, 2018 Zoning Board of Appeals that the zoning law be changed to accommodate a drive through Tim Hortons at Michigan and William.

Coppertown Block Club members and other concerned citizens made the case that the zoning should not be changed. A decision was tabled until the September meeting. At the September 24, 2018 ZBA meeting, community members spoke on not changing the zone law and the change to allow for the drive through was denied.

On November 20, 2018, the Zoning Board of Appeals met and the denial of a drive through was overturned.

The decision is disgraceful and disrespectful to Black history, Black Buffalo, and anyone who cares about social justice and community!

Putting a Tim Hortons in the African American Heritage Corridor not only shows disrespect and disregard, but a complete lack of imagination and vision. Something needs to be there but not a drive thru Tim Hortons!

Citizens have made the case that they want the zoning code to stand for Michigan and William; that is, that a large driveway and drive through not be allowed. Michigan is promoted as a walkable tourist attraction of a historic corridor. Pedestrians who live in the area and tourists who will be visiting should not have to compete against drivers impatiently flying into a Tim Hortons to get their coffee and donuts. There is a reason the new Green Code does not allow for a drive through at that location and the residents ask that the Green Code be upheld.

Instead the Zoning Board of Appeals overturned what was decided back in September. Whose comfort and convenience is being served by having a drive through Tim Hortons at Michigan and William? How was a decision made and recorded in September overturned in November without citizen forewarning and knowledge?

There is no question that infill is needed along the Corridor. But what should that infill look like? who should it serve?

Concerns about neighborhood compatibility, aesthetics, fit, economic diversity, family friendliness, pedestrian safety, etc. are all legitimate concerns and need to have public input. Neighbors of the Michigan Street Corridor and citizens from all of Buffalo interested in nurturing the historic corridor to tell its story in a respectful way, should contact Councilman Pridgen at (716) 851-5105 and give your opinions. John Fell of the Planning Division should also be contacted at 851-4533. Remember, there are no done deals until the community is heard. And the community cannot be heard if we remain silent. You have a right in determining how Michigan Avenue will look.

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Senior Disrespected at Suburban Supermarket Dear Editor: I am an elderly woman. On November 15, at about 2 p.m.

I was shopping at Tops Friendly Market on Union and George Urban Blvd, I had to use the restroom, so I asked two people working together “Could you let me know where the restroom is?”

The lady worker (Kim) said, “it's in the front.” The male worker said, “The outhouse is out side in the back of the store.” The lady worker said, “Come on I’ll show you where it’s at.”

I got what I came to the store for then asked Kim K. what was the man's name that told me to use the outhouse. She said, “I’ll talk to him that was my boss.” I did speak to him (Michael B.) and he continued to be negative. I walked away.

On Friday morning I called the corporate office and they returned my call. The director of the market apologized for what happen and said, “It should not have happened.” He said, “We talked to Michael and Kim" and asked me "what are you looking for?” I told him I could not talk anymore. I was so upset I couldn’t stop crying. Later I was sent a gift card for $25.

-Vernell Sharp

dear editor

Is The Legalization of Weed All About The Benjamins?

In last week's column by Kat Massey "Is The Legalization of Weed All About The Benjamins?" the correct version of the fourth paragraph should have read as follows: "The New York City Comptroller disclosed the legalized marijuana "market" could, conservatively, yield New York State and local governments $3.1 billion (combined taxes) yearly. NYC's share, alone, potentially is pegged at $1.1 billion."

BLACK HISTORY Dorie Miller continued

Cross, the third highest medal in the Navy. The Navy then promoted Miller to Cook, third class and moved him from the laundry room to the galley.

During the spring of 1943, Dorie Miller was assigned to the Liscome Bay and was still serving as a ‘messman’ on the warship, despite his previous heroism, when the carrier was sunk in the Gilbert Islands (now the Republic of Kiribati) on November 24, 1943. At the time of his death Miller was 24.

Doris “Dorie” Miller was born in Waco, Texas on October 12, 1919 to Conery and Henrietta Miller who were farmers just outside the city. Miller grew to 6 feet 3 inches, weighed over 200 pounds, and played football at Waco’s A.J. Moore Academy before dropping out and of school at 17. He joined the navy three years later at age 20.

In addition to the Navy Cross, Miller received the Purple Heart, the American Defense Service Medal - Fleet Clasp, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal. In 1973, the Knox-class frigate USS Miller was named for Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller. Oscar-winning actor Cuba Gooding, Jr. portrayed Miller in the 2001 movie Pearl Harbor, and in 1991, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority dedicated a bronze commemorative plaque of Miller at the Miller Family Park located on the US Naval Base, Pearl Harbor.

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RISE UP RIGHT! I want to thank everyone for rising up with me this issue let's get into the highlights: Buffalo Sabres I remember three weeks ago in a rise of right article I informed everyone to believe in the Sabres right?

I know its early, but for the first time since 2006, the Sabres won ten straight games and claimed first place in the Atlantic Division. Led by the excellent play from Jeff Skinner and Jack Eichel in addition to the great goal tending of Carter Hutton and Linus Ullmark, the Sabres look very promising this season.

Do you remember who was on the 2006 Sabres roster? This has a great feel to it....the Sabres atmosphere is shifting right before our eyes. Let's continue to support our Buffalo Sabres this season.

Buffalo Bulls Football This season has been a magical season for the UB Bulls. Who would have guessed that they would finish the regular season 10-3. Even after a 30-29 nail biting loss to Northern Illinois, the Bulls will get to prove without a doubt this time that they are a team to be paid attention to.

The decision on which bowl game they will play hasn't been decided yet. As a fan, who would you like to see the Bulls play in a bowl game? My answer is UCF. I think this would be momentous moment for the Bulls as they would get to play a team that claimed to be the best team in the country last season after going undefeated.

Both teams have a very potent offense and have shown that they can play very good defense.

I guess we shall wait and see who the Bulls will face and what bowl will they get the invitation to? Go Bulls!

Villa Maria Basketball Villa Maria Vikings basketball has sailed into an early 8-0 undefeated season so far. This very accomplished team is stacked with talent from top to bottom of the roster.

This roster has Dajuan Owens, Dominic Douglas, Lonnie Taylor, Johnathan Pozo, Gerald Gibbs, Stanley Foster, Kalon Kimble, Jabari Hibbert, Kwanique Martin, Dimitri Jarrett, Daniel Thompson, Trayvon Holt, Tommy Beaubrum, Milos Ventura, and Santiago Aguirre. They are coached by the very successful Don Silveri, Johnathan Synder, and Justin Stokes.

The Vikings will face Bryant&Stratton Buffalo team today at 7 p.m. Let's go for 9-0 Vikings!

Other Sports News Bills dropped their Sundays game against the Dolphins 21-17.

Kareem Hunt was released by the Kansas City Chiefs this week after a video surfaced showing him kick and punch a woman in a hotel where he had been staying.

Wilder and Fury boxed to a draw on Saturday night in which has everyone wondering when will Part 2 of this rivalry happen for the world of boxing.

For more highlights follow me on FB @Andre Robinson and @Rise up Family or on thechallengernews.com

Shaq Lawson Speaks To Young Men

Bills Squished by the Fish 21 – 17

On Tuesday November 27 Buffalo Bills defensive end Shaq Lawson spoke to over 40 young men at McKinley High School for the first of a seven part series of Gentlemen’s Institute workshops for male students at the school.

On the heels of a recent field discrepancy, Shaq kept it moving and stayed focused on his opportunity to talk with young men about leadership in the face of adversity. His conversation with the young-

The Bills actually squished themselves against arch rival Dolphins with too many penalties and a running QB that can’t seem to connect with wide open receivers.

Bills QB is very athletic with fast feet but his accuracy issues will be his downfall in the NFL. He can’t continue to miss open receivers like Zay Jones in the end zone with no Dolphin defender near him; it was one of his worst throws all season.

QB Allen under threw a wide open Charles Clay at the end of game; He’s an exciting QB with plenty of upside but his not being able to hit open receivers will be his own downfall. You can’t just make a few quality throws in a game and expect to win. Allen also ran for 134 yards which most QBs are not supposed to do.

The Bills front office contributed to the loss by cutting our punter Colton Schmidt for the second time this season. Schmidt was a very reliable holder for our best offensive weapon field goal kicker Stephen Hauschka. Hauschka missed an extra point and a field goal on the grass field in Miami. It’s very rare teams mess with a kicker’s holder, unless injuries happen or a kicker is in a slump.

Bills General Manager Brandon Beane continues to make very questionable moves especially with our punters.

Yes, former punter Corey Bojorquez was a good selection and he did a good job working with Hauschka, but to change again has finally cost our kicker and team a game.

We also saw why guard Wyatt Teller was not active for most games this season because he can’t play at an NFL level. Teller was beat up once again and called for holding on several plays costing Bills first downs. Bills tackle / guard Jeremiah Sirles looks like he might be able to play at this level.

Our most consistent lineman has been Jordan Mills, who is an excellent run blocker and his pass blocking skills continue to improve. Bills defense continues to be one of the best in the league and it’s a shame a year will be wasted of a high quality play defensive unit.

Bills safeties Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde should receive serious consideration for NFL Pro Bowl. They have been one of the best safety combinations in the league for the past two years. Hopefully they both will be voted onto the team but unfortunately teams that bare 4-8 don’t get many players making the all-star lineup.

Bills return home to face struggling New York Jets. I see the Bills being able to sweep a Jets team that seems to be playing better recently but will lose to Bills 24-20.

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men was honest, raw, heart felt and inspiring as he drove home a message of overcoming obstacles and challenges in life. Reflecting on his own life, he shared hard truths of growing up without his father who was killed by a drunk driver when he was 15 years old.

"When my father died, that motivated me to go to college and grow up as a man…and a father figure to my younger brothers and sisters,” he said. Shaq also spoke about being a young student and his challenges with bad grades, the lure of the streets and struggles to get his life together.

With all young eyes focused on him he stood before them telling his story with his head up as living proof that no matter the hardships life can bring or doubt one may have, change is possible and that education helped him beyond measure.

“I always had sports, but at the time, I thought, man I’m not going to get into college anywhere. My grades are bad. I'm just gonna be another dude trying to make a dollar in the streets… I'm thankful I went to Hargrave Military Academy and Clemson because if I didn’t I would have been in jail or dead or selling something” he told the young men.

Shaq didn’t deliver the typical “just go to school” kind of speech, he had a goal and thata was to be sure that the young men got to know him for real and he kept it real all the way to the close of the event where he was surrounded by applause and students eager to shake his hand.

Afterwards Shaq, school principal Mark Abraham and Gentlemen’s Institute founder Lindsey Taylor made surprise visits to class rooms and the cafeteria to meet and greet students.

Shaq shared his thoughts on what he hopes had a positive impact while talking to the young men who attended the program.

“Most of those kids have seen us just on the football field, but really don’t know our story…so if you go back and tell them the story and they’re like, ‘Man, I relate to that. If he can do it, I can do it.' " The Challenger applauds Lawson for his positive growth and honest efforts to inspire the youth!

The Gentlemen's Institute has a funded partnership with the Liberty Partnership Programs to serve McKinley, Lafayette, West Hertel and Herman Badillo high schools.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NFTA Procurement Invitation to Bid

4835 - 4/0 GROOVED TROLLEY WIRE 4836 - MULTI-TASKING SNOW REMOVAL EQUIPMENT Download Bids from www.nfta.com LEGAL NOTICE BIDS REQUEST FOR BID Mark Cerrone, Inc. is requesting quotes for the Coyer Field Turf & Track Replacement Project at Buff State in Buffalo, NY for all scopes of work detailed in contract documents.

Optional MWBE Pre-bid meeting will be available upon request at MCI Offices. Documents can be obtained by contacting joakey@markcerrone. com, Phone 716-282-5244, Fax 716282-5245 or iSqFt®. Quotes due electronically or in person at 2368 Maryland Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305 by 12/14/18 at 2:00pm. Certified Minority, Woman, and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business Enterprise participation is strongly encouraged.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY CITY OF BUFFALO CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE & EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) Pursuant to Section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended, and fulfilling the requirements of 24 CFR Part 91, the City of Buffalo’s Chief Executive Officer, Mayor Byron W. Brown, will make the CAPER covering the period between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018, available for review in room 920 City Hall, and on the City’s website as of Wednesday, December 5th, 2018 at www. buffalony.gov.

The CAPER is submitted annually to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. It provides information to measure the City’s progress in meeting goals and priorities identified in the Annual Action and Strategic Plans for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS programs. It also serves as an evaluation tool, and begins the process of setting goals for the next year. Persons wishing to comment on the CAPER must do so in writing by Thursday, December 20, 2018 by noon. Comments may be mailed to: Office of Strategic Planning, 920 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202, Attn: R.Hall; or emailed to HUDadministrator@city-buffalo. com. Persons who require assistance to review the report should call 716-851-5449.

CIUDAD DE BUFFALO INFORME ANUAL CONSOLIDADO DE EVOLUCIÓN Y EVALUACIÓN (CAPER) De conformidad con la Sección 104 (d) de la Ley de Desarrollo de la Vivienda y la Comunidad de 1974, según enmendada, y cumpliendo con los requisitos de 24 CFR Parte 91, el Director Ejecutivo de la Ciudad de Buffalo, el Alcalde Byron W. Brown, hará que el CAPER cubra el período del 1 de octubre de 2017 al 30 de septiembre de 2018, disponible para su revisión en la sala 920 City Hall, y en el sitio web de la Ciudad a partir del miércoles 5 de diciembre de 2018 en www.buffalony.gov.

El CAPER se presenta anualmente al Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano. Proporciona información para medir el progreso de la Ciudad en el cumplimiento de las metas y prioridades identificadas en los Planes de Acción Anual y Planes Estratégicos para la Subvención Global de Desarrollo Comunitario, la Asociación de Inversión HOME, la Subvención de Soluciones de Emergencia y los Programas de Oportunidades de Vivienda para Personas con SIDA. También sirve como una herramienta de evaluación y comienza el proceso de establecer metas para el próximo año. Las personas que deseen hacer comentarios sobre el CAPER deben hacerlo por escrito antes del jueves 20 de diciembre de 2018 a más tardar al mediodía. Los comentarios pueden enviarse por correo a: Office of Strategic Planning, 920 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202, Attn: R.Hall; o por correo electrónico a HUDadministrator@city-buffalo.com. Las personas que requieren asistencia para revisar el informe deben llamar al 716-851-5449.

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EMPLOYMENT/HELP WANTED

NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT : COUNTY OF BUFFALO MUNICIPAL ERIE HOUSING AUTHORITY Index No. 807996/2016 Plumber & Electrician Hon. E. Jeannette Ogden The BMHA is seeking canJOHN PREVITY and MILTON KOUTSANDREAS, didates for the full-time Civil Plaintiffs, Service positions of Plumber v. and Electrician. For details and 49 HOPKINS, INC. and NEW YORK STATE qualifications, visit www.bmhaDEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND housing.com.

FINANCE, The BMHA is an equal Defendants. opportunity employer.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 23, 2018, and filed October 24, 2018, BUFFALO MUNICIPAL I, the undersigned Referee, will sell HOUSING AUTHORITY at public auction in the Foreclosure CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Alcove located on the First Floor of the Office of the Clerk of the County The BMHA is seeking canof Erie, located at 92 Franklin Street, didates for the full-time posiBuffalo, New York 14202, on Decemtion of Chief Financial Officer. ber 18, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., all that cerQualifications include a Mastain parcel of land situate in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie and State of ter’s Degree and eight years of New York, SBL: 133.17-1-7, together full time administrative and suwith the buildings and improvements pervisory experience in GAAP thereon, the premises commonly known as 49 Hopkins Street, Buffalo, accounting with a governmenNew York 14220. tal or public housing agency The amount of the judgment is or a Bachelor’s Degree and $274,737.96, plus costs and disten years of experience. Posbursements in the amount of $2,485.00 and attorneys’ fees in the session of a current Certified amount of $24,644.99, all with interPublic Accountants License is est, plus advances made by plaintiffs required. until the date of sale, pursuant to the Judgment.

For details visit www.bmhaThe premises will be sold subject to housing.com. the provisions of the filed Judgment The BMHA is an equal and Terms of Sale. opportunity employer.

Dated November 14, 2018 Arcangelo J. Petricca, Esq., Referee Attorneys for Plaintiffs: Deborah J. Chadsey, Esq. Kavinoky Cook LLP 726 Exchange Street, Suite 800 Buffalo, New York 14210 (716) 845-6000

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Wednesday Dec. 5

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The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566.

Thursday Dec. 6 Free Spaghetti & Meatball. Dinner: 4-68 p.m., sponsored by We Care & Friends, Bread of Life, 1638 South Park av. Free gift cards, toys, outwear and more.

BOOK SIGNING: A Book Signing “Bullying” by Dr.Catherine Collins will be held at Zawadi books, 1382 Jefferson Ave. (across from Jim Bell Cleaners) on Friday Dec. 7 from 3-6 p.m.

The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566.

Friday Dec. 7 Studio J’s 6th Annual Holiday Dinner Showcase: McKinley High, 150 Elmwood Ave. Dinner 5-6:15 p.m., Showcase 6:30 p.m. $5 donation at the door.

Book Signing “Bullying” by Dr. Catherine Collins: Zawadi Books , 1382 Jefferson Ave. (across from Jim Bell Cleaners) 3-6 p.m.

Saturday Dec. 8 Fruit Belt Community Development Corporations HONORS LUNCHEON: 1 p.m. at the Grand Hotel 120 Church St. For tickets and info call 716 852-4504.

Monday Dec. 10

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On Going Community Dance Classes MONDAYS Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12 noon – 1p.m.; FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010 DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Martha Mitchell Center, 175 Oakmont, 5:307:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11 a.m. - 12 noon.

FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010 Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 200-9702.

DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Baptist Manor, 276 Linwood. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

THURSDAYS Line Dance Classes with Willa Jackson, Instructor, 10:30 -11:30 a.m.

Schiller Park Senior Center, 2057 Genesee st. 895-2727.

FRIDAYS Beginners/Intermediate Line Dance Classes Every Friday 6pm Bethel AME Church Hall 1525 Michigan @ E.Ferry Ernestine, Instructor Chicago Steppin’: Every Friday 7-8:30 p.m. The Pratt Center 422 Pratt St. HUSTLE FOR HEALTH AFTER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, DEC. 28TH with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12 noon – 1p.m.; FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010 SATURDAYS Mike's Smooth Urban Ballroom Dance Classes: 11 to 1 PM, Saturdays, Delavan-Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan Ave. 716-380-5100 class is $5 DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Baptist Manor, 276 Linwood.10a.m.-12

Wednesday Dec. 12 Buffalo Residents Invited to Public Input Meeting on Indoor Fieldhouse Study: 5:00 PM to 7 p.m. The Makowski Early Childhood Center (BPS #99), 1095 Jefferson Ave. Share your input at this meeting!

The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566.

Thursday Dec. 13 Free Community Holiday Party: 6-8 pm., Resource Council of WNY, 347 East Ferry St. To RSVP your family 259-9844 or Jerrica.DeLaney@resourcecouncilwny.org

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by Legislator April Baskin, 6-7:30 p.m. All families welcome!

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Friday Dec. 14 Links Swing Into the Holidays Gala: 6-10 p.m., Millennium Hotel, 20150 Walden Ave; $45; For ticket info 832-0326.

HOLIDAY PUBUSHING SCHEDULE The Challenger Community News Will Not Publish December 26 or January 3 However our office will remain open to the public. Our first issue for 2019 will be Wednesday, January 9.

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READERS ARE LEADERS: University at Buffalo Students pose with their professor Dr. Lillian S. Williams (center) of the Transnational Studies Department who incorporated use of Challenger Community News in the course study for the fall semester. The course “African Americans and the City: 19th and Early 20th Century Buffalo,” explores the social, political and economic development as well as transformation of African American Urban experiences. The Students received the Challenger each week and were asked to analyze the newspaper to gain an understanding of developments that occurred in Buffalo allowing them to examine ways in which different disciplines address urbanization and urbanism . They also gained first hand experiences and knowledge about the African American community in Buffalo including challenges that confront the community in areas of gentrification, health, housing , education and social and cultural institutions.

Bravo to Educational Excellence and This Young Studious Class of Supporters!

AUTHOR'S EXPO: A host of authors presented their books at the Buffalo Authors' Net-

work Holiday (BAN) Expo at the Merriweather Library on December 1. Pictured (left to right): Theodore Kirkland, Juanita McClain, Deborah Watkins, Jennifer Sinatra MacNeil, Dawn Nicole, (Center seated) Marilyn Foote, Ebony Nicole Smith, Shannon Spruill, Tamyara Brown, Cheryl Lewis, Amy Croakford, L. A. Wills, Paul Land, Rosali Abbey, Angela Woodson-Brice, and Lori Porter..

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