The Dayton Weekly News - Vol. 29, Issue 40

Beats Unleashed: David Webb’s Hip Hop Marvel Takes Center Stage at the Funk Museum Hall of Fame Exhibition Center !

record business, working closely with talented groups that provided and gave him a deep understanding of the everchanging landscape of the music world.

Central State University Researchers Lead $10 Million USDA-Funded Sustainable Agriculture Systems Project

By: Alicia Payne

David Webb’s illustrious career in the music industry began with a humble start inside the Church of God in Christ, where he was inspired by the funky music of his family and the church. As a teenager, Webb’s passion for music grew, leading him on a remarkable journey that included pivotal connections with industry veterans like Marshall Jones and Sugarfoot from the Ohio Players. Under Sugarfoot’s mentorship, Webb gained invaluable insights

into the intricacies of the music business.

During his journey, Webb has created the renowned show “The Funk Chronicles,” hosted by the former mayor Rhine McLin.

Marshall Jones famously explained in the show why Dayton, Ohio is so funky, stating that it “slid off the sweat of God’s feet and ran into the great Miami River.”, Webb humorously adds, “When you sweat, your feet get funky!”

Continuing his involvement in the local music scene, Webb immersed himself in the

Webb’s multifaceted presence within the music industry also showcased his own musical abilities as a percussionist and keyboardist. Playing an integral role in a band, he further solidified his connection to the funk genre. Webb astutely observes,“Funk is a lost art form, but it is having a revival and coming back,” demonstrating his profound understanding of the genre and dedication to its preservation.

As the founder and CEO of the Funk Music Hall Of Fame Exhibition Center, Webb has been instrumental in preserving and promoting funk music. Currently starting a capital campaign at the Salem

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Starting in late 2021, Brandy Phipps, Ph.D., Central State University assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences and a researcher in the Food, Nutrition, and Health project of the Agriculture Research and Development Program, has been director of the Sustainable Use of a Safe Hemp Ingredient (SUSHI) project.

The central mission of

the five-year SUSHI project is to investigate the use of hemp as an aquaculture feed, training aquaculture producers, and increasing the production of healthy fish in the Menominee Nation. Aquaculture is also known as “acquafarming,” or the controlled production of aquatic organisms such as fish or algae.

Phipps initially wrote the grant that has been funding the SUSHI proj-

ect through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the federal governmental agency that oversees farming, ranching, and forestry industries. The USDA is responsible for safety in food quality, regulation, and nutrition labeling.

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) — which provides leadership and

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Family Fun Challenge Could Land Your Family on a Billboard

The Gaming & Gambling Prevention Committee of the Montgomery County Prevention Coalition is giving you the opportunity to see your family photo on a billboard on I-75!

Throughout September, post photos of your family participating in the Tech-Free Challenge of the Week on the MCPC’s Facebook or Instagram pages, and your photo may end up on a billboard on I-75 near Dryden Road. Be sure to use the hashtag #DigitalDetox937!

“This is a fun way for

families to stay engaged with each other now that the kids are back to school. We are asking parents to encourage their children to put their screens down and participate in activities the entire family can enjoy together,” said Colleen Oakes, Manager of the Montgomery County Prevention Coalition. “We will provide the ideas; families just need to check out our social media pages to see the challenge of the week, post their photos, then tuck their phones away! We can’t wait to see the creative ways families are enjoying this beautiful

fall season together.”

According to DigitalDetox101.org, $23 billion is spent each year to make games, apps, & devices more addicting. Signs of technology addiction include feeling distressed, anxious, or depressed when away from devices, using technology to avoid school or family time, and feeling a constant need to check your phone. Six out of ten people wish their family members would unplug from technology more often.

Great ideas to take back control include charging your phone away

from your bed, putting your phone away during meals and setting a daily screentime limit for specific apps. Try designating

a time each day when all family members put down their phones for a movie or game night. For more information or

to schedule interviews, please contact Tina Rezash Rogal at trezash@ mcadamhs.org or call 937-416-1458.

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Ribbon-cutting and Grand Opening Ceremony for the SUSHI Aquaponics Extension Facility at College of Menominee Nation. Left to Right: President, College of Menominee Nation; Mani Boyd, SUSHI Aquaponics Extension Coordinator at CMN; Brian Kowalkowski, SUSHI Co-PI and lead of the SUSHI CMN work; Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young, USDAUndersecretary for Research, Education, and Economics/Chief Scientists; Dr. Brandy E. Phipps, Project Director of SUSHI; and Dr. Timothy Sullivan, USDA National Program Leader.

Alicia Payne Embarking on a quest to find a therapist of color, De’Asia Thompson, the unstoppable force behind Rise Counseling Group found herself facing numerous obstacles. In 2017, she came to Dayton, Ohio,

David Webb

Darden, Third Perk Coffeehouse Wine & Bar; Marya Rutherford Long, Fifth Third Bank; Jameelah Ricks, Harlem Healers and Chataun R. Denis, Shop Black Biz Dayton and Grant

SHOP FRESH & LOCAL

CITY OF TROTWOOD Community Communications Strategy Project Launch

The City of Trotwood is embarking on an exciting community communications strategy from August through December 2023. The primary goal of the project is to receive feedback from everyone in Trotwood to best communicate and inform community members of what is happening in Trotwood, through a variety of communication methods. The outcome in December will be to produce a robust Communications Strategy with a dynamic toolkit to reach out to all members of the community.

“Communication is an essential pillar of any strong community and

we want to utilize best practices to make sure we meet the needs of our residents.” Said Trotwood City Manager Quincy E. Pope Sr.

The City of Trotwood is inviting all Trotwood residents to attend the initial Public Launch events on, September 8th (6:00 pm – 8:00 pm) or September 9th (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) at Goodwill Easter Seals West Campus, (735 E Main St, Trotwood, OH 45426). These sessions will be the first of two engagement processes that will allow residents to provide insight into how they want the City to communicate with them, as valued residents of the

Trotwood community. Residents can choose to attend on either date –as the material and content will be the same for both events. The Public Launch will give residents the opportunity to get up-to-date information on the project and then sign up for upcoming in-person events.

The City asks residents to complete the City of Trotwood Community Communications Strategy Project Survey at https://www. research.net/r/TrotwoodCommunicationsSurvey

Read more about the project at www.trotwoodspeaks.com

Nominations Officially Open “72nd Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards”

Nominations are officially open for the 72nd Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards, and will close on October 7, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Nominations can be made by anyone, and any person, entrepreneur, corporation, business or organization can be nominated based upon the criteria for each category. There are 3 new categories this year. You can only nominate one

person per category; if you nominate more than one person in the same category, your nominee(s) will be disqualified. To nominate someone, you must complete the "Summary of Qualifications" and upload a "JPEG Photo" of your nominee on the Google Form (https:// forms.gle/rHifua5oGtKbiXEh6). Please view award categories and remember to only nominate

one person per category. No family member can be nominated for the award named in their family member’s honor. Winners will be announced during the 72nd Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards to be held on Friday, October 27, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dayton Convention Center.

won that category.

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Juanita Darden, Third Perk Coffeehouse Wine & Bar; PNut Curtis Johnson, Dash Resource and Official Network And Chill; Chataun R. Denis, Shop Black Biz Dayton and Grant Source and Martina Scott (Hustler of the Year winner), Boss Potatoes

Whitney Barkley, The Greater West Dayton Incubator Darden, CEO of Third Perk Coffeehouse & Wine Bar took home the trophy for Plug of the Year! Our Dayton Black community spends an estimated $300 million a year! What would the west

side of Dayton look like if we spent those dollars at home? Even a small fraction of this will make a huge difference! Learn about and shop with Dayton’s Black bizs at www. shopblackbizdayton.com.

Over six weeks, youth learned about business fundamentals, running a restaurant, product development, logo design, and more, toward starting their own businesses which they introduced at the graduation on August 14th.

Arts & Entertainment

DML’s Music Scene for September

Dayton Metro Library is part of a strong and unique music scene from hosting a hip hop-based Social Justice program, to a Tiny Stacks performance, to a World Music Concert Series.

The Social Justice Speaker Series will host Talking to Ghosts (Hip Hop, Grief, and Mental Health), in the Bassaini Theater Off Third Street, at the Main Library, on Saturday, September 9, from 1-2:15 pm. DML is excited to welcome Dr. A.D. Carson, an awardwinning performance artist and educator from Illinois. He will discuss his work, which focuses on race, literature, history, rhetoric, and performance. This program is sponsored by Friends of the Dayton Metro Library, is co-sponsored by the Gem City Selfie Museum, and is part of DML’s 50 Years of Hip Hop Celebration programing. For additional

information about Dr. Carson, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org/SocialJustice.

Tiny Stacks will take place at the KetteringMoraine Branch on Thursday, September 14, from 6-7 pm. This session will feature the folk, country, rock, and soul sounds of Amber Hargett. Hargett, a Dayton native, delivers honest and well-crafted lyrics.

Tiny Stacks is made possible with support from WYSO of Yellow Springs and the International College of Broadcasting. Artist information can be found at DaytonMetroLIbrary.org/TinyStacks.

DML and Levitt Pavilion have partnered to bring the World Music Series. The series’ last show of the summer will be with Elsten Torres (Hispanic genre), at Levitt Pavilion, on Friday, September 15, from 7-8:30 pm. Torres is a multicultural, bilingual artist who is credited as

a musical pioneer for being one of the creators of Latin Alternative Rock from the late 1990s. Artist information can be found at levittdayton.org. These events are free and open to all ages. Registration is not required. For more information, the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665. DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Mall in Trotwood, he is seeking donations from the local community and worldwide supporters who share his passion for keeping the music of funk alive.

In 2019, Webb’s dedication to funk music led him to create the “Funk Box Experience,” a traveling exhibit that celebrates the rich history of funk music. Additionally, his YouTube series, the “Funk Chronicles,” features insightful interviews with funk artists from around the world. Webb’s syndicated radio show, “The Dayton Scene,” reaches over 60 radio markets worldwide, further highlighting the rich history of funk music in Dayton.

Webb’s profound connection to funk music is evident through the beats, hits, and its influential impact on hip hop. His unwavering commitment to preserving and promoting the funk genre makes him

a true champion of this art form. Through his endeavors, Webb continues to unleash the power of funk, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry and inspiring generations to groove to its infectious rhythms. In the final quote, Webb passionately states, “Ohioans are the heart of it all for funk music, and Trotwood, Ohio, along with southwestern Ohio, is the nerve center of funk music.” This statement encapsulates the essence of funk’s deep roots in Dayton and the significant role that Trotwood and the

surrounding areas play in shaping its vibrant sound.

Emphasizing the connection between funk and hip- hop music, Webb ignites curiosity and sparks the desire of hip-hop lovers to explore the origins of where it all started.

The mention of Trotwood and southwestern By establishing Ohio as the nerve center of funk music, fans of funk and hip - hop are enticed to explore further into the rich history and significant contributions of this region to the vibrant funk music scene.

Let us gather in Day-

ton, the special birthplace of funk, and the surrounding Southwestern area, with our sights set on Trotwood, as we celebrate the momentous milestones of 50 years of hip hop and 70 years of funk music. Together, we embark on a captivating journey through the rhythmic legacy that has defined these genres.

Dayton, the beating heart of funk, has woven a tapestry of soulful melodies and infectious rhythms that have touched the world. As we pay homage to the birthplace of this iconic genre, we also celebrate the undeniable influence it has had on the dynamic world of hip

hop. These intertwined legacies have shaped the very essence of our musical landscape.

So, let us come together, music lovers and enthusiasts, to honor the spirit of funk and hip hop that resonates throughout Dayton and beyond. In this condensed celebration, we groove to the irresistible beats, dance to the timeless melodies, and pay homage to the pioneers who have paved the way for generations to come.

As we commemorate 50 years of hip hop and 70 years of funk music, let us keep the flame burning brightly, preserving the rich heritage that has shaped our

musical identities. Let us continue to spread the love and passion for these genres, forever embracing the soulful rhythms that unite us.

Dayton, the birthplace of funk, and the Southwestern area, with Trotwood at its core, stand as beacons of inspiration and creativity. Together, we carry forward the legacy, celebrating the milestones and keeping the spirit of funk and hip hop alive. Long live the music that moves us, as we groove to the rhythms that have shaped our souls.

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Editorial Comments &

Letter to the Editor

DeSantis’ Perversion of Black History is Not New!

Dear Editor,

While teaching Social Studies at Fairport Middle School in the early nineties, I was required to attend a training session. The session was arranged by Social Studies curriculum supervisor Shirley Cooper. The presenter was a White man from upstate New York. About half the teachers in attendance were Black.

The session began with the presenter posting a picture of a White female with wings ascending toward the clouds. (We in the U.S. have come view this as a picture of an angel. However, all angels mentioned in the Bible are men) White settlers were below, either working the land or in covered wagons. The presenter told us to break up into groups and list five benefits of Manifest Destiny. Immediately, my blood began to boil! Shirley Cooper was in the back of the room reading a newspaper. Before we were divided into groups, one of the teachers asked what Manifest Destiny was. I already knew. The presenter explained that it was a widely held belief in the eighteen hundreds that White men were ordained by God to rule this land from the Atlantic to the Pacific.

The teachers in our group dutifully started to list their perceived benefits. I immediately told them that he was asking us to justify the genocide of Native Americans. They responded that there were many Native Americans alive today. I responded that they used to occupy the very land upon which we were presently sitting but there were none in our presence. They admitted that fact and continued the task at hand. I refused to write anything and just sat and listened. About half of our group was White and the only point I can remember anyone making was that Christianity was spread among the Native Americans who survived. Again, I brought up their virtual genocide. After about an hour of discussion, our group had our list of benefits. I didn’t contribute.

We came back together into one group and the individual groups presented their lists. We broke up for lunch and I was appalled that I was the lone teacher who had voiced the folly of Manifest Destiny and compared it to Germany’s extermination of Jews.

When we returned from lunch, the presenter asked us to again break up into our groups and list five benefits of slavery. That was a bridge too far for me. I left the training session.

When I returned to school the next day, the principal, Icie Evans, had already been told that I had left the training session. She informed me that I would be docked for the hours that I had missed. She never mentioned the content of the training session. I responded that I had called the school secretary and reported that I would be out sick for the rest of the afternoon.

I hadn’t lied. I found the content of the training sickening. In retrospect, I still feel that way! But the pressing question is, did those teachers return to their classrooms and insert that presenter’s propaganda into their lessons?

Kimaru Wa-Tenza

Something to Consider: Investing in Yourself

By: Brenda Cochran

Contributing Writer

When you are investing in yourself means putting in the time, money and energy to making your present life better, instead of thinking about the things that will increase your wealth in the future, you can look for ways to increase your knowledge and at the same time, make your life much better.

Here is the question, “How do you invest in yourself?”. The following are tips to assist you in a self-improvement journey:

1. Embrace life-long learning

2. Prioritize your mental health

3. Set goals

4. Find a mentor

5. Start a journal

6. Practice gratitude

7. Break a bad habit

8. Get organized. The first item that we think about when we hear the word investing is probably stocks, real estate or savings. What about yourself? Whether you are expanding your knowledge, developing positive new habits and also breaking those negative ones or getting your financial and personal affairs organized, it is your responsibility to give that to yourself before you can give your time and en-

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funding for programs that advance agriculture-related sciences — also provides funding for SUSHI.

Working under the auspices of the John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture, Phipps’ more specific goal in relationship to the Central State community is to leverage SUSHI as a means to help bolster diversity in the agricultural workforce, which has historically been lacking.

Projects such as SUSHI, Phipps strongly believes, can aid in alleviating such crucial statistical gaps by collaborating with communities — par-

ticularly members of the underserved and underrepresented — to generate substantial agricultural development and outreach programs that will ultimately lead not only to further workforce equity but independent community food sovereignty, as well.

Such partnerships in Phipps’ SUSHI investigations include College of Menominee Nation, University of Delaware, Kentucky State University, University of Kentucky, and Mississippi State University.

In Phipps’ words, agriculture is, by nature, a “food system.” This means those working within the field are in essence “dealing with people. People on the pro-

duction side of the value chain. People on the consumption side of the value chain. And there are factors for both to be productive, healthy, and economically secure.”

Between all these vital issues within the agricultural food system, there’s “everything in between,” Phipps said. This includes soil health and water health. If someone within the system wants to, for example, grow a new crop, this will take acreage away from another crop that already exists. An advantage here is the diversification of

crops. Cons may include those involving economics, environmental, distribution, pollinator, animal, and value chain issues.

“Our particular project touches on the entire value chain,” Phipps said.

“My background is in biomedical sciences and human nutrition. The larger (thing) I’m thinking about is how to approach this problem of feeding a growing population and solve that problem through agriculture in ways that are economically feasible for everybody along the

What about finding a mentor? I think that we could all use a friend to talk to, especially about our finances, but we can find a financial mentor this year to help you navigate your money, but we can also recommend starting with those money mentors. You can be able to get credit counseling and money coaching to help you to see your financial work and all that you are capable of.

ergy to other people and things. Basically, investing in yourself is a surefire way to keep a return on investments.

The following are some keys to the ability to invest in yourself: The first one is to invest in life-long learning. Remember that education does not end once you leave the classroom, and you can build your skillset, feed your passion if you are able to achieve life-long learning. Think about how much there is to learn in this world and many ways to accept new information.

How about prioritizing your mental health? According to a 2018 study, at least there are forty-five Canadians’ that believe their financial statement will impact their mental health in a negative way. Are you one of them?

How about making your mental health a priority, by checking with yourself on a regular basis and being able to manage your stress levels and also prevent burn-out. You can even give yourself permission to take a break, make a mistake and set some boundaries. You may not be where you thought you would be right now, but you will get there one day.

How about setting goals? Most of us know that it feels pointless to set 2023 goals considering how everything went last year, but listen to this, these goals do not have to be sweeping over arching goals, like paying off all your setting debts. They can be as simple as setting up auto payments with your financial institution, and limiting the times of eating out to once a month, or perhaps updating your resume. Whether short-term and perhaps long-term goals that you choose to focus on this year, make sure that they are obtainable and they won’t make you feeling worse off at the end of the year.

value chain people producing and people buying the food.”

The further and perhaps more critical question for Phipps and her SUSHI team at Central State, then, is how to not only feed people now but also how to feed generations to come in the most economically and environmentally means possible. Phipps is also considering how to do so in a way that will be equitable.

“I’m really a ‘systems thinker,’” Phipps continued. “So, the way that

What about starting a journal? If you haven’t started a journal, it is okay, but your journal does not have to be solely focused on money. It is a great safe space to reflect, plan, visualize and forgive. There are lots of benefits to journaling, managing stress, identifying issues and solving problems. It is also a positive way to practice gratitude and setting your goals.

How about practicing gratitude? Most of us always think about gratitude during Thanksgiving, but we really don’t have to wait for Thanksgiving to be grateful for everything you have. You can practice gratitude on a regular basis in order to help you gain perspective and to feel comfortable about where you are in life. You might not be debt free yet or even have enough savings or a down payment, but certainly there are parts about your life that you are thankful for. It can be your family, friends, pets, hobbies, habits or even coffee. You can cultivate gratitude for at least one person or thing each week to help you maintain your motivation.

How about breaking those bad habits? Think about the bad habits that you have that you tell yourself – you will stop year after year? Whether it is spending money emotionally, smoking, spending too much time on a device? You know you have one. We all do. We can make a list of all the reasons you want to break a certain habit and perhaps how it is impacting your financial, mental, or physical well-being. You can make sure you are finally getting rid of them.

I approach problems is from the perspective that they are most often complex, with complex contributing factors. And because they’re complex with lots of different contributing factors, there’s value to these kinds of projects, and they need to happen.

“I tend to want to do the projects that are naturally cross-cutting and are multi-disciplinary so that we can find complex solutions to complex problems.”

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Brenda Cochran

SUSHI undergraduate researcher presenting SUSHI data at the CSU 2023 Research and Scholarly Activity Day.

SUSHI undergraduate researchers putting together the SUSHI aquaculture equipment

Dr. Brandy E. Phipps, SUSHI Project Director and Dr. Craig Schluttenhofer, CO-PI and Research Director for SUSHI in the (in-progress) SUSHI aquaculture research facility at CSU.

Sinclair Community College Selected to Join National Information Technology Innovation Center

$7.5 million National Science Foundation grant will spur training for in-demand IT careers and fuel rapid job growth. growth over the next 10 years.

Sinclair Community College has been selected to join a new national center focused on creating and scaling up the high-demand training needed to fuel the country’s technology-enabled economic growth.

The National Information Technology Innovation Center (NITIC) will work with employers, community colleges across the country, and others to prepare highly skilled technicians through credential programs that take two years or less to complete.

Sinclair Community College is joining Collin College (McKinney, Texas), Lone Star College (Houston, Texas), and Maricopa Community Colleges (Phoenix, Arizona) in the NITIC. Columbus State is the lead institution.

Funded through the National Science Foundation as part of its Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program, the NITIC will be the sole ATE national center focused on IT education. There is enormous demand for IT training, as technician jobs in STEM-enabled industries are expected to grow at double the pace of average U.S. job

“Sinclair Community College is proud to join this innovative effort which will play a crucial role in America’s tech economy,” said Kyle Jones, Chair/ Professor – Sinclair Community College Computer Science and Information Technology Department.

“This initiative aligns with Sinclair’s mission to find the need and endeavor to meet it by providing our students with a worldclass education and ensure they are well-prepared for the ever-evolving landscape of information technology. We look forward to collaborating with the NITIC partners in this endeavor and making a significant impact on the future of IT education and innovation.”

“The NITIC partner institutions bring deep experience advancing IT education outcomes within their respective regions, leveraging both NSF and other innovation funding,” said V. Celeste Carter, director of the NSF’s ATE program. “The launch of NITIC will support industry need for the skilled technical worker in the rapidly changing U.S. IT industry. NITIC will advance and support IT education by engaging the

diverse, dynamic network of community colleges across the country.”

Key components of the NITIC include:

The development of a national Business Industry Leadership Team to align future community college curriculum with employer demand, scaling up relationships at super-regional levels to national collaboration.

The creation of an IT Innovation Network to benchmark best practices and emerging ideas to advance IT education nationally, which will serve as an incubator for leading-edge curriculum.

The syndication of instructor training resources to address current and future IT competencies.

The promotion of recruitment best practices to increase the participation of women, underrepresented minorities and veterans in IT careers.

Sinclair Community College offers more than 20 information technology degrees and certificates designed to prepare students for rewarding, lucrative technical careers. To learn more about these Sinclair programs, visit Sinclair.edu/academics/divisions/BPS/CIS.

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Food Safety During National Food Safety Education Month

XENIA, OH – With the holidays lurking around the corner, Greene County Public Health (GCPH) supports and celebrates National Food Safety Education Month (NFSEM) throughout September by showcasing its commitment to food safety education.

“We are excited about participating in National Food Safety Education Month throughout September,” said Jeff Webb, Director of Environmental Health Services. “Food safety is, and always has been, a huge priority for us. We take food safety education and training very seriously because it ensures that we protect and educate not only our restaurant owners and their guests which results in compliance with state and federal laws, a lower risk of foodborne illnesses, returning guests, and sustained revenues, but also our Greene County families who gather in the kitchen to prepare healthy meals for their families.”

Our professional team is dedicated to continuing food safety education of employees of Greene County food establishments through our ongoing food training program offered throughout the year. To view available classes, registration, and additional information, please visit https://www.

gcph.info/environmental-health/food- safety/ education-and-training.

In addition, the education continues online through our social media platforms with special messages about food safety throughout the month on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

About Greene County Public Health, Environmental Health Food Safety Program

The Environmental Health Specialists work with all permanent and temporary food operations, groceries, and vending locations in Greene County regarding proper food preparation/handling, sanitation and storage practices. Inspection reports are available on our website at www.gcph. info/inspections.

Services Include:

• Issuing permanent and temporary food service

permits

• Review of building plans for new or renovated food operations

• Standard and followup inspections to ensure compliance with proper food preparation, handling, sanitation, and storage regulations.

• Education programs for food operation’s personnel on measures to prevent foodborne illnesses.

• Investigation of reports of potential foodborne poisoning

• Investigation of reports of unsafe employee practices, cleanliness of operation, and food handling issues

For more information on Greene County Public Health, please call 937374-5600, visit www. gcph.info, and engage with us on social media.

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“(Phipps) and I were both still pretty new on campus back in 2019, and it was summer, and she was going around campus getting to know people when she stopped by my office one day and introduced herself,” remembered Central State Research Assistant Professor of Natural Sciences Craig Schluttenhofer, Ph.D.

Schluttenhofer and Phipps immediately began talking about the benefits of hemp, particularly those that would be useful for health and medicinal wellness.

“It was a great discussion. We immediately began working together,” Schluttenhofer said. “This was when we started talking about the SUSHI project and began getting it worked out.”

While Phipps leads the SUSHI project at Central

State, Schluttenhofer directs research on campus, which includes working with a lot of Marauders in the lab.

Schluttenhofer, who specializes in plant physiology, has a particular interest in growing and leveraging the value of hemp as a viable plant alternative for a variety of practical uses.

“There’s been a long misconception in the interchangeable use of terminology between ‘hemp’ and ‘cannabis’ or ‘marijuana,’ as though they’re all the same thing,” Schluttenhofer acknowledges.

“So, when people hear ‘hemp,’ they automatically think of the high-THC cannabis that could be intoxicating. But by definition, hemp has to have low levels of THC. The federal limit for hemp is 0.3% THC. We see a lot

of potential for hemp, which historically has been used for its grain and for its fiber.”

That grain, Schluttenhofer added, can be used for human food consumption. While the hemp grain can go into “a host of problems, though most people traditionally think of rope along with many, many other applications it can be used in.”

In fact, some of the drafts of the United States Constitution were written on paper made from hemp. Hemp seed is also very rich in both protein and oil for improved fishmeal, for example.

“I’ve worked with students from every college on campus, including those from the business school, agriculture education, and even one student last spring who majors in social work who did some really cool, interest-

ing work for us,” Schluttenhofer said. “She was looking into some hempderived intoxicating compounds that are now on the market to understand the social impacts of drugs on communities.”

With funding coming from the SUSHI grant, there are several projects Phipps and Schluttenhofer are working on, many of which not only involve but employ and pay students onboard.

The projects developed under the SUSHI project are uniquely tailored toward Central State due to the extensive and diverse backgrounds of Phipps, Schluttenhofer, and their cohorts at the school, which include health and nutrition (Phipps), hemp production (Schluttenhofer), and fish expertise and water health via Kumar Nedunuri, Ph.D., professor of Water Resources and Environmental Engineering.

Together, the Central

State researchers on the SUSHI project are, in effect, able to devise new ways of cultivating alternative plant products from hemp in order to find more sustainable ways of creating feed for animals (especially fish), as well as establishing a more equitable means of nutritional development and sovereignty for humans, especially those in underserved communities.

“If we can find new methods, as with hemp cultivation, to help community members in largely land-locked areas like ours to develop new methods of producing their own fish independent of coastal ocean-based fishing,” Schluttenhofer said.

“Realistically sustainable long-term fishing in the oceans is being depleted rapidly for various reasons involving those that are both economic and environmental, which is why we want to develop such markets in places

elsewhere like where we are. Hopefully, we can make such a significant impact with this project. That’s really what we’re trying to do here with SUSHI.”

About Central State University: Central State University is a public HBCU and 1890 LandGrant Institution with a 136 year tradition of preparing students from diverse backgrounds and experiences for leadership, research, and service. Central State ranks among U.S. News & World Report’s best colleges in five categories, including Best Undergraduate Engineering Program and Top Public Schools. The University fosters academic excellence within a nurturing environment and provides a solid liberal arts foundation and STEMAg curriculum leading to professional careers and advanced studies globally.

SUSHI Leadership Team) – Left to Right: Dr. Krishnakumar Nedunuri (CSU); Dr. Craig Schluttenhofer (CSU); Ashley Erwin; Dr. Seong Yun (Mississippi State University; Dr. Brandon McFadden (Univeristy of Arkansas); Dr. Brandy E. Phipps (Project Director – CSU); Dr. Tyler Mark (University of Kentucky); Brian Kowalkowski (College of Menominee Nation); and Dr. Waldemar Rossi (Kentucky State University).

Worship At The Church Of Your Choice

COLLEGE HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH

Merritt Worthen, PhD

Rev. Merritt Worthen, PhD, Senior Pastor (corner Philadelphia Dr. and Cornell Dr.) www.collegehillcommunitychurch.org 937-278-4203 We are a multicultural, multi-lingual congregation Morning Worship every Sunday at 10:30 am

Dixon United Methodist Church 3rd Annual Health Fair

Welcome to Dixon United Methodist Church 3rd Annual Health Fair. Dixon United Methodist Church, located at 1691 Infirmary Road, Dayton, Ohio 45417, will have its 3rd Annual Health Fair on September 23, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The church’s telephone number is (937) 835-3366 for more information. This is an event sponsored by the Outreach Ministry of Dixon Church and is Free to the Public.

Premier Health will be on-site to provide:

Health Screenings

(Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, Blood Glucose, Hemoglobin A1C, Flu Vaccinations, Health Education, Breast, and Cervical Cancer

(BCCP) Resources, Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Screenings, Updated Boosters, and Mammogram Screenings on the Mammogram Mobile Unit. Persons must have a mammogram appointment already scheduled to be screened on the mobile unit. To schedule an appointment, please contact (855) 887-7364.

Additional community partners and organizations will provide services such as:

Homefull Mobile Unit, Ms. Eva’s Crockpot Cooking Session (Free cookbooks and crockpot drawing), Dakota Center (Free lunch), Wesley Dayton (Informational resource table), Voter’s Registration Table, WDAO (Public service announcements), Dayton Weekly

News (Online), ZIKS Health Services (Shingles and Pneumonia shots), Care Source (Informational Table), Kettering Health Network-Years Beyond, City of Dayton Neighborhood Engagement, Dayton Children’s Hospital (Informational resources), Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department (Local safety officers from Jefferson Township), and other vendors will be present.

Rev. Kima Cunningham, Minister, and Dr. Mary Walker, Chair of the Outreach Ministry along with its Committee Members would love for you to come out and support us and yourself on September 23rd at Dixon United Methodist Church. Thank you.

Read Living Book Titles with DML

Dayton Metro Library is excited to announce the second installment of its Living Library Experience series - Speed-Reading

Through Stereotypes, taking place at the Huber Heights Branch on Thursday, September 14, from 6-8 pm.

Speed-Reading Through Stereotypes will welcome Dayton area community members (Living Book Titles) to vocally share stories about themselves to interested and curious patrons.

At the beginning of the program, the Titles will provide a short “synopsis” of themselves. Then, working in small groups, pa-

trons will move in a “speedreading”-type format from one Title to the next, hearing their story, and asking questions.

The following Living Book Titles will be available for patrons to “speedread”:

I Am Not a Wicked Stepmother This Living Book is a 50-something cisgender woman who has been dealing with 20 years of parental alienation. She hopes that she can help erase the negative connotations associated with stepmothers.

I Am an Executive Consultant An Executive Consultant acknowledges that gender

prejudice can and will exist but feels that with an opportunity to share their story and knowledge on the matter, we can better understand how others live their lives.

I Am Not Crazy … Most of the Time

This Living Book is a 64-year-old with bipolar depression. By sharing their experience, they hope to debunk many myths and bring more awareness to mental health.

I Am More Than a Syndrome

This Living Book is a female with Turner Syndrome, a genetic disorder with only one X chromosome. She hopes to break

down preconceived ideas about people with disabilities, people with mental illness, and people with disorders of sexual development (DID).

By hosting such a program, DML hopes to battle cognitive prejudice by providing a safe place for its Living Book Titles and patrons to share and learn, thus cultivating an openness and acceptance that can help erase prejudices that take root in our communities. DML’s Living Book Titles can help bridge the

gaps of understanding other communities and help move toward a more open and accepting society.

This event is geared for an adult audience, but all are welcome. The West Carrollton Branch will hold the third edition of a Living Library Experience on Monday, November 27, from 6:30-8:15 pm. For more information about DML’s Living Library Experience, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

DML is committed to

providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/ or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

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With 2023 NFL Regular Season Rosters Set, Bengals Are Set to Face Cross-State, Division Rival Browns for First Game of 2023 NFL Regular Season

By Oscar Woodall Haywood Media

Wednesday, August 30, the Cincinnati Bengals, aka the Jungle Cats, finalized their 2023 regular season roster, which includes their starting quarterback, Joe Borrow, who, returned to practicing with the team, the same day, August 30, after almost missing all of the Bengals 2023 training camp, which included three preseason games. Borrow had suffered a horrific calf strain injury, on the Bengals’ second day of training camp.

Not only did the Jungle Cats finalize their 2023 regular season roster, they also finalized their 2023 regular season practice squad roster, which includes, second-year NFL cornerback Allan George, fifth-year NFL quarterback Will Grier, fourthyear NFL tight end Tan-

ner Hudson, NFL rookie guard Jaxson Kirkland, and second- year NFLwide receiver Kwamie Lassiter.

Also, Wednesday, August 30, the Jungle Cats cut a few players. The

kings and Chicago Bears respectively.

Photo of former Bengals offensive tackle Hakeem Adeniji (No. 77), Courtsey of Icon Sportswire’s Ian Johnson. most notable of those, who were cut, are three-year NFL offensive tackle Hakeem Adeniji and six-year NFL wide receiver/punt returner Trent Taylor. And, both have since, signed to play for the Minnesota Vi-

So, with their 2023 NFL regular season roster now fixed with 53 players listed, the greatest number of players each NFL team is allowed to list, on its regu-

lar season roster, the Bengals will take the field to play their first game of the 2023 NFL regular season, an AFC North Division game, 1:00 p.m. Sunday September 10, versus, cross-state rival, Cleve-

land Browns, at Cleveland Browns stadium And, the game is slated to air live on Dayton, Ohio’s CBS Television affiliate, WHIO (Channel 7).

Dayton Dinner Enblanc: A Fundraiser for Alopecia Areata

Dr. Shawon Gullette ND, an experienced Trichologist and advisory team , organizes the Dayton Dinner Enblanc, a chic fundraising event raising awareness for Alopecia Areata in Dayton, Ohio.

For years, Alopecia Areata has silently affected many men and women, impacting their self-esteem and emotional well-being. Public knowledge of this disorder is surprisingly limited, despite its prevalence. That's where Dr. Shawon Gullette ND, a Certified Trichologist, is making her mark with a fundraising event like no other. The Dayton Dinner Enblanc is a stylish affair that hopes to shine a light on this important issue.

A Passionate Pursuit:

Dr. Shawon Gullette ND and Alopecia Areata

With over 16 years of experience studying hair and scalp disorders, Dr. Gullette understands firsthand the devastating effects Alopecia Areata can have. Especially on women, for whom hair is often a big part of their identity.

So, what sparked this interest in Alopecia Areata? Why put together an entire event dedicated to bringing awareness to Alopecia Areata?

Dr. Gullette has a simple answer: to educate and assist those affected by this often misunderstood disorder.

Dayton Dinner Enblanc: The Fundraiser with a Difference

Have you heard of an all-white, upscale picnic before? Well, that's exactly what the Dayton Dinner Enblanc is!

Scheduled for September 2, 2023, at a yet undisclosed location, this

event promises an evening filled with entertainment, live music, and even a DJ. Beyond the fun, it serves as a symbolic gathering in the fight against Alopecia Areata.

Moreover, guests are encouraged to bring their own all-white decor. From tables and chairs to elegant linen and dazzling centerpieces, participants can look forward to a creative venture. And the best part? There will be a contest for the best table setup, adding a dash of competitive spirit to the proceedings.

Labor Day Weekend's Most Anticipated Event

While the Dayton Dinner Enblanc is essentially a fundraiser, it is not the traditional type. It mixes entertainment and a good cause, resulting in one of the most eagerly anticipated events of Labor Day weekend.

The net proceeds from this event are to be donated to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, a beacon of hope for many

individuals struggling with this condition.

Doesn't this all-white picnic sound like an event to remember? Responsible for bringing Dayton, Ohio into focus, the Dayton Dinner Enblanc is about fostering compassion and understanding, while raising much-needed funds for Alopecia Areata.

Remember, this unique fundraiser wouldn't be possible without Dr. Shawon Gullette ND, a dedicated Trichologist passionate about her work and a very hard working advisory board team that has been diligently working on this project. Through this event, they're giving a voice to those suffering from Alopecia Areata, proving that no challenge is too big when you're determined to make a difference.

For more information on participating or donating www.DaytonDinnerEnblanc.com Or DaytonEnblanc@ gmail.com

Shop Black Biz Dayton Sponsors 5 Cash Mobs to Raise Awareness of Black Bizs During Black Business Month!

August 18th’s Cash Mob was Gem City Western. Stuart Norman, the owner, is offering a daily outdoor market where Black owned bizs can vend every day of the week!

Vending spaces are $7.50 for the day Monday-Thursday and $12.50 Friday-Sunday.

Gem City Western also hosts special events like Winddown Wednesdays, movie nights, private parties, and more!

So, join us in making this space a “Gem” of our City. Stop by Gem City Western and support Dayton’s Black bizs.

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Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton to Host Sips, Savories & Sweets

ness, Thompson pursued extensive training, licensing, and sought advice from organizations like the Small Business Administration and Goldman Sachs 10k.

Despite limited financial resources, she secured an office space, furnished it out of her own pocket, and utilized platforms like Therapy for Black Girls and Psychology

Today to connect with potential clients.

While facing challenges, Thompson persevered. In the early days of her practice, she was one of only four therapists of color, despite a significant population of black women in the area. However, over time, more therapists of color have emerged, breaking down systemic barriers and expanding the availability of diverse mental health services.

Now Rise Counseling Group is in connection with all African-American therapists across Ohio. Ms. Thompson holds practices in Cleve-

land, Dayton, and Columbus and plans to coach upcoming therapists. Rise Counseling Group now has two interns, a clinical manager, two admins, and two part-time and fulltime clinicians. They are also always hiring. The demand for therapy for black women is skyrocketing.

Mrs. Thompson finds time to balance her business and her role as a therapist while prioritizing selfcare. She achieves this by spending quality time with her family and effectively delegating tasks through hiring individuals, which helps her focus more on the business aspect. Mrs. Thompson’s business is dedicated to providing therapy to marginalized communities. She firmly believes, “You can’t take that out of therapy work.”

Mrs. Thompson is committed to her mission of serving this community because they face mental health challenges, which hold significant importance to her.

Rise Counseling Group

is a licensed organization that “Holds a space where you can heal” Their techniques, such as addressing racial trauma, utilizing trauma therapy, and employing narrative therapy, aim to effectively process and navigate traumatic experiences. With only 4% of therapists currently representing communities of color, Rise Counseling Group has become a vital resource, providing essential support and guidance to women of color.

Their mission to uplift and empower women of color is essential in fostering healing and resilience. As we recognize the importance of representation and diversity in mental healthcare, let us support and celebrate the invaluable work of Rise Counseling Group and other black-owned businesses that tirelessly serve communities in need. Together, we can bridge the gap and ensure equitable access to quality therapy for all.

How To Stop Medicare Phone Calls

If you're enrolled in Medicare or receive Social Security benefits, it's important to know that Medicare and Social Security never ask for information over the phone. If one of these organizations needs information to process your application or pay out your benefits, they'll send you a letter via postal mail.

Unfortunately, that doesn't stop third parties from making Medicarerelated calls. If these calls are bothersome, you can have your telephone number added to the national Do Not Call list. Keep reading to learn more about how to stop Medicare calls from interrupting your day.

Scammers also use the Medicare program to connect with older adults and try to talk them into buying overpriced products or signing up for services they don't need.

The most unscrupulous scammers use Medicare calls to gather information that can be used to commit identity theft.

Always Remember: You will not be called from Medicare or a carrier unless you have reached out to them asking for more information. If you receive calls unsolicited, then it is a scam and not an actual medicare assist call!

Medicare Scam Calls Medicare scam calls are both annoying and dangerous. Not only do these calls disrupt your day, but they can also be used to gather information that can be used to commit crimes. For example, if a caller poses as a Medicare representative, they may ask for your birthdate, Social Security number, full name and address. This information can be used to open credit cards or take out personal loans in your name.

Scammers tend to call when there's a change in the Medicare program, such as an increase in the monthly Part B premium or updates to Medicare coverage guidelines. They may also call during open enrollment, which is when people are most likely to be thinking about switching Medicare plans.

To protect yourself against scammers, never give out your personal information to someone who calls you on the telephone. If you need a new ID card or have questions about your coverage, call (800) 633-4227 to speak with a Medicare representative.

Medicare Robocalls Robocalls are automated telephone calls that are programmed to deliver a recorded message. These calls are especially annoying because they may come in throughout the

Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton invites the community to its Sips, Savories & Sweets event on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 7-10 pm, at “The Barn” (7575 Paragon Rd., Dayton, OH 45459). Attendees will enjoy food and drinks from local Dayton-area restaurants, food trucks and bakeries while listening to live entertainment and participating in a silent auction.

Tickets are $95 per person. The registration deadline to preorder tickets is Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. Unless they are sold out, tickets will be available for purchase at the event. Proceeds from the event benefit patient care and services at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, a not-for-profit,

community-based organization. To purchase tickets, please visit: https:// www.OhiosHospice.org/ OHODS323

For more information or questions about tickets, please email Sydney Munch at SMunch@ OhiosHospice.org or call 937.604.0495.

Sponsorships are still available. For more information about sponsorships, please email Jill Lewis at JELewis@ OhiosHospice.org or call 937.414.3583.

Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, an affiliate of Ohio’s Hospice, is a not-for-profit hospice provider. Since 1978, it has served patients and families in the Dayton region in their homes, ex-

tended care and assisted living facilities, and the Hospice House location in Dayton. A variety of grief support services are available to the entire community through the Pathways of HopeSM Grief Counseling Center. Support and education are provided by a team of counselors and social workers, all with significant experience and expertise in assisting grieving children, adolescents and adults. Pathways of Hope was established in 2002. Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton serves more than 1,000 patients and families daily, achieving national recognition for innovative services and outstanding care.

day. There isn't a real person on the other end, so you can't ask to be taken off the call list.

This is when it's helpful to know how to stop Medicare phone calls. If you add your telephone number to the Do Not Call list, robocalls from legitimate companies are likely to stop.

How To Stop Medicare Phone Calls

Start by registering your telephone number on the Do Not Call Registry. Dial (888) 382-1222 to initiate the process, make sure you call from the phone number you intend to add to the list. Don't forget to enroll both your landline and cell phone numbers.

If you have an email account, you can also register for the Do Not Call Registry online. Once your telephone number has been on the list for 31 days, you can start reporting unwanted sales calls. The 31-day grace period gives legitimate companies a chance to remove your number from their call lists.

Adding your phone number to the Do Not Call Registry will cut down on unwanted sales calls from legitimate companies, but scammers don't usually care about following the law. To reduce the number of scam calls you have to deal with, install a call blocker on your smart-

phone. Your telephone company may also offer a robocall blocking service for your landline.

Reporting Medicare Calls

If someone calls you and claims to be from Medicare, you can report the call to the Federal Trade Commission. To do so, use the FTC Complaint Assistant to report a government impersonator.

Once you file a complaint, continue being vigilant about Medicarerelated calls. Never give out your personal information or sign up for any online service that hasn't been thoroughly vetted.

If you enroll in a legitimate service, be sure to check the terms of use to find out how your contact information will be used.

How Do I Contact Medicare?

If you have questions about Medicare, call 1-800-MEDICARE (6334227). To apply for Medicare coverage, contact the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213.