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My Truth By Cheryl Smith Publisher
I am in love! As I watched the interviews of Black men, most of them fathers and some who aren’t; I beamed with pride as they each talked about how they took a stand against the violence in one Shreveport, LA school. The videos of students fighting
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2021 VOLUME X
Congresswoman’s seat a HOT TOPIC! Redistricting is always a hot topic. There’s been heightened interest in a certain congressional seat in Texas since Gov. Greg Abbott signed off on a new map earlier this week. Dr. Zan Wesley Holmes, Jr - Pastor Emeritus of St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church, Dr. David Wilson – President of The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance & Pastor of Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church, Dr. Anthony Sharp – President of National Missionary Baptist Convention of America, Inc & Pastor of Tabernacle of Praise Missionary Baptist Church, and Rev. Todd Atkins - Pastor of Salem Institutional Baptist Church & President of South Dallas-Fair Park Faith Coalition are four of a growing list of clergymembers who are urging U.S. Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) to seek re-election in 2022.
While some opponents have already thrown their hats in the ring and others are “exploring” options, the talk is heating up and the list of possible challengers, many who don’t want to go up against the veteran legislator, continues to grow. One thing’s for sure, a primary race in District 30 could drive more voters to the polls, and that would be a good thing, said one political strategist, adding that a huge Democratic voter turnout is important to keep Dallas County blue and work on other counties across the state. Several names, as many as 50, have floated around as potential candidates on the Democratic side including: State Sen. Royce West, who was named as an heir apparent when she first entered Congress; State Reps. Jasmine Crockett, Yvonne Davis, Toni Rose, and Carl Sherman;
Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson
Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price; former State Reps. Barbara Mallory Caraway and Helen Giddings; Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson; Ambassador Ron Kirk, Dallas City Council members present and
past, Tennell Atkins, Casey Thomas, Carolyn King Arnold, Diane Ragsdale, Kevin Felder, Tiffinni A. Young; School Board members Joyce Foreman, Justin Henry and Maxie Johnson, Judges Tammy Kemp, Monica Purdy, Lela Mays, JP Valencia Nash, and Cheryl Lee Shannon; attorneys Cheryl Wattley, H. Ron White and Abel Mulugheta; candidates in last election, Shenita Cleveland, Hasani Burton and Republican Tre Pennie; Pastor Frederick D. Haynes III and Sheron Patterson; businessman Albert Black, Irv Ashford and Dallas Black Chambers’ Harrison Blair and businesswomen Cynt Marshall, Matrice Ellis Kirk, DeMetris Sampson, and Elsie Cook Holmes; Dallas County Sheriff Marian Brown; Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot; Political strategists Natesha Shay See CONGRESSWOMAN, page 2
Plum Market opens at DFW Airport Photos by Jesse Hornbuckle
were enough to turn my stomach. As always my thoughts went to what I would have done had I come upon fights involving any child I fed, clothed and provided a safe living environment for. Just the thought of my child bullying another child, or a teacher, or just the thought of my child being bulled by another child or marginalized by a teacher; were just causes for me to take charge. And that’s what Southwood See MY TRUTH, page 7
Former TX State Rep. Helen Giddings, CEO/founder of Multiplex, Inc., has partnered with retail giant Hudson to open and operate the one-ofa-kind market and dining experience in Terminal B at DFW Airport. The 2,400 square-foot installation boasts a full-service restaurant and bar featuring expansive open concourse dining, with more than 80 seats, along with a designated area for table service and a grab-and-go marketplace.
Superb Women See PLUM MARKET, page 3
October 2021
MAHISHA DELLINGER Mahisha Dellinger is chasing her dreams! Brilliant, beautiful and bold, Mahisha is making moves and she is an expert, in marketing, branding, pitching, presenting and more. Hailing from Sacramento, CA., Mahisha Dellinger is the Founder of CURLS Beauty Brands a natural hair care brand founded in 2002. She is the author of Against All Odds: From the Projects to the Penthouse. Read the book and learn how Mahisha is resilient, astute and focused. She’s a winner! Mahisha is also a philanthropist and OWN TV (Mind Your Business with Mahisha) personality. A wife and mother, she has a BS degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing from California State University - Sacramento. She worked as a marketing manager at Intel before venturing into the world of entrepreneurship where she has excelled and mentors others. She has business coaching conferences,”Black Girls Making Millions”- helping other women business owners navigate the business landscape through mentoring and her vast network. Go to www.curls.biz and you’ll fall in love with Cashmere +Caviar! LINDA ANN ADAMS Linda Ann Adams loves Jackson State University! She is a loyal, supportive alum and she continues to make her alma mater proud with her service. Linda Ann Adams is the 5th of 6 girls born and raised in Canton, MS. A graduate of Velma Ware Jackson High, she received her B.S. in Computer Science from Jackson State University. Linda has been employed with DSC Communications Corporation Linda has served as Recording Secretary of the Dallas/Ft. Worth JSU Alumni Chapter, Southwest Regional Board Member of the JSU National Association, and Corresponding Secretary of the DMCBAA. Linda was selected as the 1997-98 JSU DFW Chapter’s Alumnus of the Year, has been included in the
International Biographical Center’s “International Youth in Achievement” directory, and was recognized by Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Dallas as the “Rookie Big Sister of the Year” for 1998. Linda is a member of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where she is a member of the Adult Usher Ministry, the Nurses Guild, and the Anniversary Committee; as well as Church secretary and pastor’s secretary. RUTH CHANEL “NELL” BROWN First Lady Ruth Chanel “Nell” Brown is an award-winning educator who sings, volunteers and serves. Ruth Chanel “Nell” Brown is a member of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Dallas, TX where she is a Sunday School Teacher, sings in the Women’s Chorus, and works in New Mount Zion Day Care Center. Nell graduated from Ennis High School in 1980. After finishing High School she continued her education by attending Navarro Jr. College where she graduated in 1982. Nell later attended UTA where her major was Education. She was employed in Arlington School District for 19 years. A wife and mother, Nell received her diploma in Biblical Studies from the Faith Bible Institute and is an Instructor for the National Baptist Sunday School and B.T.U. Congress. Nell is a 2015 graduate of Dallas Baptist University with a Bachelors Degree in Christian Ministries. Nell is a volunteer for North Texas Food Bank and has helped at battered women’s shelters, homeless shelters, and Viola’s House Dallas. CHERYL RICHARDS Cheryl Richards is a leader in the industry and makes Dallas look better than GOOD as an executive with Visit Dallas. Cheryl Richards is the senior vice president, chief diversity & inclusion officer for Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau now Visit Dallas. A graduate of LBJ High School and a certified tourism ambassador, she received a B.A. in journalism from the University of North
Texas. A member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,Inc., she is a member of several business community/ civic organizations including Texas Diversity Council, Downtown Dallas, Inc. Board of Governors, Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, University of North Texas Mayborn School of Journalism Board of Directors, NAACP and North Texas Business Leadership Network. A consummate professional, Cheryl has received humorous honors for leadership, distinguished service and community service. She loves old Westerns and classics, like the “I Love Lucy” show.
appearing in Texas Metro News, Garland Journal and I Messenger; Chelle is a much sought after speaker and facilitator. Chelle has worked as a Marketing Brand Manager for Sally Beauty Company, District Sales Manager for Allstate, and in advertising for ProLine Corporation. She is a member of Business Owners Idea Café, Langston University Alumni Association, Marketing to Women Network, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (International Secretary), Links Inc. and Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists. Chelle is a former Ms Langston University and in 2019 she received the Angelo Henderson Community Service Award from the National Association of Black Journalists. A wife and mother, Chelle has raised thousands for scholarships and she mentors young girls and aspiring journalists, in addition to stressing the importance of STEM programming to high school students.
KATRICE R. HARDY Katrice Hardy is a “Louisiana native, diehard Saints and LSU fan who loves helping journalists tell great stories Katrice Hardy is the executive editor at The Dallas Morning News and previously worked at the USA Today Network, Indianapolis Star, The Greenville News and the Virginian-Pilot. She studied at LSU after graduating from University High Lab School -LSU. Hailing from Baton Rouge, actually Port Allen, she’s an award-winning journalist who has led several newsrooms as they achieved numerous accolades. A consummate professional with the highest ethical standards, Katrice is smart, intuitive and visionary. A wife and mother, Katrice is a past board member of the Associated Press Media Editors and a member of the National Association of Black Journalists, where she was a former president of the Hampton Roads, VA chapter. She served on the board of the South Carolina Press Association and was a graduate of Furman University’s Diversity Leadership Institute for senior leaders. Katrice is a history maker. She is Black History! She is OUR history!
LA’WONDA PEOPLES LaWonda Peoples hails from the great city of Selma, AL but lives in Fort Worth. La’Wonda Peoples attended Alabama Lutheran Academy and College and is a graduate of Clark Atlanta University where she received a Bachelors degree in mass communications. She retired from American Airlines where she was a manager. A NCTRCA Certified Minority Vendor, this mother and grandmother is the President/CEO/Founder of Eventfully Yours Company. Absolutely a pro at event planning and utilizing the resources and expertise of a cadre of professionals in providing services and goods, LaWonda is the person you want to call to insure that your event is exquisite in every way. The former chair of the UNCF - Dallas area Advisory Council, La’Wonda is a member of several Chambers of Commerce and she also has an impressive clientele that depends on her because of her quality experience, presentation and delivery of services and goods.
CHELLE LUPER WILSON Chelle Wilson is every woman! She’s beauty, brains and bodaciousness. Chelle Wilson received a BA degree in Broadcast Journalism from Langston University and studied Multicultural Women’s & Gender Studies (M.A.) at Texas Woman’s University. She is currently pursuing her doctorate degree. An accomplished writer with works
DANETTE ANTHONY REED Danette Anthony Reed is International First Vice President for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Danette Anthony Reed is a Life Member, initiated in the Gamma Chi Chapter at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL., where she received her BS degree in Industrial Engineering. She also received an MBA
from SMU. Danette is a Charter Member of Omicron Mu Omega Chapter in Dallas, TX. A retired corporate executive for PepsiCo, FritoLay Division, she was the first African American woman Plant Director for Frito-Lay and was awarded a PepsiCo Chairman’s Award, which recognizes and rewards distinguished and extraordinary leaders. Danette is a Charter member of the Greater Denton County Chapter of The Links, Incorporated; a member of Carrousels of Dallas and Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc.; a Board Member for the YMCA of Plano; a former Girl Scout Leader; and former member of the Parks and Recreation Board for the City of Carrollton, TX. EBON’NAE “FAITH” PIGGEE Ebon’Nae “Faith” Piggee’s journey is wonderfully inspiring and motivating. When you consider the sacredness of her work, you have to realize she is a blessing! Ebon’Nae “Faith” Piggee is a Doula Mentor/ Placenta Instructor at Royal La Mére Birth & Wellness. The Founder and Owner at Dallas Royal Doulas, she is a former Certified Childbirth Educator at Organic Birth Experiences/DeSoto Birth Class. Ebon’Nae is a Certified Birth Boot Camp Educator - specializing in newborn care, breastfeeding, Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (Vbac) prep, and doula care. Hailing from Louisville, KY, where she graduated from Maple Heights High School and then studied at Paul Quinn College, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Communication. She was a member of NABJ, the Quinn Quill (campus newspaper) and also received presidential honors. Ebon’Nae is a former elementary school teacher. A wife and mother, Ebon’nae is grounded in her faith and commitment to providing the best birthing experience for the entire family. MARIA DOUGLAS REEVE Maria Douglas Reeve is a self-proclaimed “news junkie.” Her love of journalism has catapulted her into a position few Black women in the world have held. See SUPERB WOMEN page 8