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COMMENTARY

South Carolina’s Leading Its People Down a Dead-end Street

By Jesse Jackson, National Political Writer

Not only did people lose health services but Bamberg County Hospital workers lost their jobs. Many other small rural hospitals and workers faced the same fate in South Carolina when the state rejected the $10 billion over 10 years it would have received if it had expanded Medicaid.

A recent article in the Greenville News reported that when hospital beds fill up in the state, patients are boarded in emergency rooms.

It is inhumane and economically foolish and morally wrong to argue against expanding Medicaid when 50,000 jobs and greater health care is involved. Arguing against keeping rural hospitals open, like Bamberg County, makes no sense. It’s arguing for sickness and unnecessary death.

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outh Carolina’s James Louis Petigru was a Civil War-era lawyer, judge, congressman, and most notably the attorney general who opposed South Carolina’s use of nullification of federal laws and, after Abraham Lincoln was elected president in 1860, opposed state secession.

He famously quipped, after learning that his state had seceded from the Union, “South Carolina is too small to be a republic and too large to be an insane asylum.”

While not insane, the state was a little nutty when it rejected Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

South Carolina has one of the highest percentages of uninsured people in the

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country.

The leaders of the state are leading the people down a dead-end street. They support tax cuts for the rich and health care cuts for the poor. South Carolina is a red state with blue needs -- more health care, less poverty, better schools and fewer jails.

Nikki Haley, the former governor of South Carolina and President Donald Trump’s former ambassador to the United Nations, was born in Bamberg, South Carolina, a small city of approximately 3,600 people. The Bamberg County Hospital, where Haley was born, closed on April 30, 2012 for lack of money.

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Dr. Ryan Stanton, a spokesman for the American College of Emergency Physicians, an ER physician with Central Emergency Physicians in Lexington, Kentucky, has indicated it’s a growing problem across the nation. It’s a simple problem of supply and demand. There are

A further concern is whether patients forced to stay in the ER for long periods of time have the same equipment made available to them and receive the same level of care that those in hospital beds receive.

Expanding Medicaid could help, but South Carolina is a state that pretends to resent big government and federal dollars, even though 32 percent of its general revenue comes from Washington for education, health care, airports, highways, seaports, the big military presence in the state and more. South Carolina couldn’t exist without federal dollars. It, apparently, just doesn’t want to receive Medicaid funds for its neediest citizens.

There is a better South Carolina on the horizon and Congressman Joe Cunningham (SC-01) is an example. He’s the new Democrat from the Lowcountry and he’s worked to reinstate the ban on offshore drilling, protect Lowcountry jobs from damaging tariffs and fix South Carolina’s ailing infrastructure. On Jan. 3, 2019, he said he was “ready to roll up his sleeves and get to work” and he has. South Carolina needs more Joe Cunninghams. We all do.

You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson in care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org. Follow him on Twitter @RevJJackson.

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Ocasio-Cortez Gets Republican Challenger for Congressional Seat CNN/StyleMagazine.com Newswire

Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Republican Scherie Murray

emocratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will face a 2020 Republican challenge from a Jamaican-American businesswoman who says that she will better represent and more effectively attract jobs to the district.

While Scherie Murray could potentially channel greater Republican opposition to

It’s a national problem, but recently South Carolina’s Greenville News documented the situation locally when 80-year-old Ron Miller of Pickens County collapsed at home two days after surgery and had to be rushed back to the hospital and readmitted. The problem was there were no available beds at that hospital or any of the hospitals in Greenville. The paper reported, “The phenomenon, called boarding, occurs when hospitals hold patients in the ER until they find a bed for them on a medical floor.”

more patients than there are beds.

Ocasio-Cortez -- who, in her calls to combat climate change and raise the minimum wage, has become a national face of democratic socialism -- her bid is a longshot in a Democratic stronghold.

Murray released a campaign announcement video Wednesday portraying herself as a bridge-builder and accusing Ocasio-Cortez

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of looking for media attention over serving constituents.

“Your representative in Washington chooses self promotion over service, conflict over constituents, resistance over assistance,” Murray says in the video. “Queens and the Bronx need someone who will create jobs, instead of turning them away.”

She also slammed Ocasio-Cortez for supporting for a pay raise for congressional lawmakers and “fighting for the limelight” instead of constituents in the video announcement, which makes no mention of President Donald Trump or the Republican Party.

CNN has reached out to Ocasio-Cortez’s office for comment.

Murray said in a Facebook post Thursday that “thousands have signed up” to support her campaign in the first 24 hours.

But the district, New York’s 14th, has been overwhelmingly blue for several cycles -- Ocasio-Cortez won 78.2% of the vote in 2018, and former Rep. Joe Crowley won in 2016 with 82.9%. The challenge represents an apparent shift for Murray, who tweeted her congratulations to Ocasio-Cortez on her victory when she won the seat in November.

Murray immigrated to the United States from Jamaica when she was nine years old

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and is from southeast Queens, according to hercampaign biography. In 2015, she lost a campaign to represent the New York Assembly’s 29th District when, running as a Republican affiliated with the Reform Party, she won less than 10% of the vote. She previously founded a media company called The Esemel Group in 2004, which “generated employment opportunities for minorities in New York City,” her biography says.

Speaking to Fox News’ Sean Hannity on Wednesday, Murray said that Ocasio-Cortez’s comments -- specifically those advocating for environmental protection and likening border detention facilities to concentration camps -- were “disgusting” and called for national political discourse to be “dialed back.”

She slammed her opponent’s “job-killing” proposal of a Green New Deal and accused Ocasio-Cortez of then going on to “kill the Amazon deal in New York” -- a project that Ocasio-Cortez openly criticized as protests erupted over the $1.53 billion in incentives offered by city leaders for the 25,000job project.

When asked by Hannity about her feelings of Trump, Murray described her firsthand knowledge of what it is like “to go through the process” of immigration, adding that “the President is delivering on his promises when he got elected.”

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Meet LaTanya Miles Graham, Owner of TailorMade Resume and Career Advising

By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

makeover that guarantees to catch the eye of any potential employer,” said Graham.

“A resume definitely needs to have personality- it is quite okay for your resume to have “flair”- hiring managers see so many black and white documents a day that having that one thing that catches their eye can make the difference,” said Graham, who added that concise content is the next important focus.

If you never make it past the application process, your resume could be the major factor holding you up. Get potential employers to take a double take on your resume by using a professional For more information about Latanya Graham and Tailormade Resume and Career Advising email resumefanatic@gmail.com and look for them on Facebook and Instagram under the company name.

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efore the corner office can be decorated, the six figure salary earned or the close of your first major deal can happen one must first land the job. Separating yourself from the pool of candidates to get the interview takes more than skill. One must know their best assets and sell them in the first thing employers touch, our resume.

Resumes are a way to impress your future and let them know how valuable you would be to their company. Oftentimes people think they have a good resume, but why settle for good when excellence is dangling out for grabs. Upgrade your resume with professional help from a resume writing expert. Houston Style caught up with LaTanya Miles Graham, owner and operator of Tailormade Resume and Career Advising. Her advice will take you from “We will keep your resume on file” to “You’re hired. When can you start?”

“A misconception about a resume is that it “gets you the job”- WRONG,” said Graham. “The resume gets you an interview, the person still has to go in and interview to get the job.”

Graham has 15 years of experience resume writing and career advisement. Her ability to foster relationships with people in all stages in their career has garnered her a bevy of happy, employed clients. She is a self-described artesian of flare for developing unique, professional, result-driven resumes. Nicknamed “Resume Guru” by the individuals she’s assisted, she takes a weak resume and creates an amazing document, garnering results for her clients.

But more than that, Graham is a person who inspires, motivates, and encourages all individuals to embrace a higher version of themselves.

She is one who follows her own advice.

Her company started after her own trials working for others. In 2009 Graham was laid off after working in the oil and gas industry. As she was planning her next career move, she knew she wanted one thing and that was to live and work in her passion. Only seeking out companies that would cater to her love for resume writing and career advising, she gained the needed to start working for herself.

Through Tailormade Resume and Career Advising, Graham offers resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, social media branding, and career planning and development. “Tailormade Resumes and Career Planning helps their clients understand that career planning isn’t a once in a lifetime thing and understanding that people change careers more frequently now and getting them to understand that that is okay. A lot of clients struggle with looking “unstable” because they have so many jobs to be on the resume that there is actually a way to turn that into a positive,” commented Graham.

A common mistake most make on their resumes is listing all their past jobs and skills. With Graham writing, your resume past employment is highlighted to show how your skills are transferable.

“We design contemporary/modern yet professional resumes for each client. Each format is created especially for that individual and gives their resume a complete

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ENTERTAINMENT

JaeRene Shoots for the Stars with Budding Music Career

By Jennifer Ayala, Special to Style

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o ahead, ask any of the younger kids in this generation what they want to be when they grow up, and you’re likely going to get a high response of those stating they strive to be a “star.”

However, what most of them do not realize, is the hard work, mental strength, and dedication it takes to be just that - a star! One particular musician on the rise, JaeRene, sat down with me and shared some insight on her journey to stardom, along with what it takes to pursue a career in the music industry. But I have to tell you now, if it were easy, we would all be stars.

JaeRene was born and raised in the great state of Texas and is especially proud of her roots planted here in Houston. First born daughter to a single mother, making her way through high school, the future songtress would likely realize the hardships of an unfair world early on. However, the upside would pave the way for her “never give up” attitude. Growing up in a single parent household, young JaeRene witnessed the strength and courage of a powerful mother at a very young age, and rarely did she observe anyone do it with such grace. Though her mother, Lindsay, was able to persevere and give JaeRene the

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best life she could, she undoubtedly could not have done so without the help of many others.

When it comes to her biggest support, there is no question that she loves her daughter. Her mother happily works behind the scenes and makes sacrifices.

Although many people doubted and attempted to discourage her, JaeRene proved she was a force to be reckoned with. Although JaeRene has had to miss out on many of the dances, parties and after school activities her high school peers participate in, she wouldn’t trade it in for all the late-night recordings or long days at photo shoots.

She has a message to all the mothers and fathers out there. “Don’t quit and don’t give up, because not only are you are the most important person to your child, but the only one on earth that is ever going to have 100 percent of their best interest at heart,” commented JaeRene.

Watching this little seed bloom into the beautiful flower that she is today has been as rewarding to me, as if she were my own, and with the passion that

Jae possesses there is no stopping her.

JaeRene is now becoming a name that many of our artists and fellow Houstonians are getting familiar with and with a vast Instagram following she is only growing. Many have had the privilege to witness the full potential of the mother-daughter duo that proved that a little bit of dedication and hard work was something they would never shy away from.

With that being said, when asked about what was the hardest part of becoming who she is today, she thought earnestly and expressed, “Honestly, I don’t look at it like that. Everything that I have been through has made me who I am, so I can’t really look at it in a negative light. Everything is hard you know? Every aspect about doing what I am doing is hard and everybody has something to say. Yeah, the input can be taken hard, but I rarely think about that. I see it as a way to build my character and make me a better musician. So, I can’t say there was anything that was just hard to the point of making me want to quit or anything. I just look at it more so in a positive light.”

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FEATURE

Houston Comedian Brings the Funny on NBC

Words by TotallyRandie and Photography Courtesy of NBC Universal well in competitions. But I know that I am funny and being funny, that’s no problem.

HSM: Do you have a strategy to beat out the other contestants?

AS: Just be funny. Lol, that’s it.

They are either going to like it or not.

HSM: What can we expect?

AS: Well I have that very like common sense humor. It’s just the way I say things, that’s my humor. I can’t say much about the episode you just have to watch it July 23rd.

HSM: Ok. Let’s switch gears just for a second. Why are you still in Houston?

Most people would say you need to be in LA or New York because they have more opportunities.

AS: Well that’s the problem. If every one leaves how will anyone capitalize on the opportunities here?

Houston (my home) is an amazing city. We have so much talent and opportunity here; we shouldn’t have to leave to “make it”.

HSM: What about movies? Do you want do movies?

AS: Thank you for asking if I want to do movies or not and not telling me Ali you should do movies. I am not an actor; I am a comedian. I feel like acting is like using a different muscle.

I haven’t exercised that muscle.

HSM: We love your philanthropic efforts when it comes to the prison system.

AS: Yes, I don’t want to teach people how to survive when they are inside or when they get out. I sent want to teach people how to beat the system. I am trying to teach people how not to go to prison in the first place.

That’s the real solution. Avoid paths that lead to prison.

HSM: Back to Bring the Funny, here you are, you have one and you receive the 250,000. What’s next?

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Ali Siddiq

ring the Funny, NBC’s newest show which aired on July, 9, 2019, is an American comedy competition series hosted by comedian Amanda Seales.

Bring the Funny’s 10- episode series features 30 contestants of various comedy acts performing in front of an audience for a chance to win $250,000. (WOW!) Series judges include Kenan Thompson, Chrissy Teigen, and Jeff Foxworthy. Ali is the the only contestant out of Houston. However, don’t mistake him as a newcomer, this laugh out loud comedian is well known in the industry.

Unlike many comedians, Ali’s comedic relief didn’t stem from a troubled childhood; instead, it is the exact opposite. Ali became a student of comedy at

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an early age, listening to the jovial sarcastic conversations between his mother and uncles. Of course, growing up he studied Redd Fox, Richard Pryor and even Carol Burnett. A series of unfortunate events led Siddiq to become a part of the institution of correction.

However, knowing he wanted more in life, Siddiq began to perfect his craft, using his institutionalized time as motivation to build a game plan upon his release. And that’s exactly what he did.

As soon as he was released, he set the Def Jam Comedy Stage on Fire and it’s been a progressive climb since then. So you could understand our surprise when we were notified that Siddiq would be a contestant. And that is why we had to

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sit down with the man himself.

Houston Style Magazine: No disrespect to the other judges but Ali, why aren’t you a judge?

Ali Siddiq: {Laughs} That’s a good question, or at least a host. No seriously I just look at all opportunities as just that an opportunity. This is a great stepping-stone for me and I am blessed to be in the position to do what I do.

HSM: So what attracted you to the show Bring The Funny.

AS: Its Interesting, I am not a competing comic. I have lost every competition I have been in. I just don’t do

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AS: We invest that money, we get on the road and tour. Continue to give back and pour into the community. I also want to open a language school where kids can learn to speak multiple languages. It’s really hw you combat so much hate and racism, by understanding each others culture. I could speak all day about this.

Siddiq’s episode airs July 23rd.

With Houston behind him, we feel he can bring home the top prize. You might spot Ali jamming one of his top five rappers of all time, Rakim, outside of Sunshine restaurant which happens to be one of his top 5 restaurants in Houston. Until then, you can catch him in your television. For the Bring The Funny schedule, please visit nbc.com. For more on Ali Siddiq, visit alisiddiq.com

LOCAL

TSU Selected as Venue for Democratic Primary Debate StyleMagazine.com Newswire

its partners to gain valuable experience throughout the process. We are thankful for the strong relationship we have with proud TSU alumnus Michael Strahan, who does an incredible job at ABC and has a strong appreciation for the historic significance of our university.”

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exas Southern University will serve as the venue for the third Democratic primary debate, to be held Thursday and Friday, September 12-13, 2019, in the Health & Physical Education (H&PE) Arena.

The agreement between ABC News and TSU was announced on ABC’s “This Week” show with George Stephanopoulos on Sunday, July 21. “As the heart and soul of Houston, Texas Southern University is proud to serve as the

venue for for such a prestigious event,” said TSU President Dr. Austin A. Lane.

“Not only does this reflect positively on the university and the City of Houston, it also provides our students with opportunities to work directly with ABC and

The agreement between ABC News and TSU includes H&PE Arena for the debate itself, as well as the Student Recreation Center, which will serve as a media center throughout the week of Sept. 9-13. “Our students will gain valuable experience leading up to – and during – the event,” added Dr. Lane.

“ABC will provide ‘real world’ work experiences for students who will serve as interns, runners, pages, etc., for both ABC and its partners throughout the event. We are working with our schools of Communications and Public Affairs specifically to make sure our students are involved and engaged in this event from a learning perspective. Likewise, our public broadcast radio station, KTSU 90.9 FM, and KTSU2 student streaming station will be involved on the media side.

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EAT WITH STYLE A Sweet Superfruit for Summer Meals

By Family Features

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rom backyard barbecues and family picnics to a bright addition to seasonal recipes, sweet cherries not only provide a boost of flavor but also pack a punch when it comes to nutrition, helping keep you and your family healthy during busy summer months.

use cherries to make an appetizer like Cherry Bruschetta.

Find more recipes and ways to use cherries at nwcherries.com.

Cherries can help reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure as well as relieve stress and gout, and can improve sleep quality.

The perfect time to take advantage of the goodness of Northwest-grown sweet cherries is through August. Eat fresh cherries straight out of hand as a snack, bake them into a pie or pair with ice cream for a sweet summertime treat.

The rich fruitiness of sweet cherries helps blunt the sharp edge of dried fruit in a quick and easy Cherry Sauce recipe. Low in sugar and versatile, this sauce can be used as a base ingredient for cocktails, a glaze for meats, a spread for sandwiches, a topping for yogurt and more. Add some ginger or orange peel to complement your menu and you may have a new, nutritious summer favorite. Or, for a sweet, simple snack,

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In medium saucepot, add water, syrup and sweet cherries. Bring to simmer, stirring occasionally and more frequently as sauce begins to form.

Add cranberries; continue stirring.

Once reduced, remove from heat and add fresh ginger, citrus zest, black pepper, fresh herbs and raspberries, if desired.

Cool 30 minutes-1 hour before transferring to wider, shallow pan for speed cooling.

Cherry Sauce Servings: 16 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup maple syrup 4 cups fresh Northwest-grown sweet cherries 4 cups dried cranberries 4 peels (2 inches each) fresh ginger (optional) 3 tablespoons citrus zest (optional) black pepper (optional) fresh herbs (optional) raspberries (optional)

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Once cooled, store refrigerated in airtight container up to 2 weeks.

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 1/2 cups pitted Northwest fresh sweet cherries, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup diced yellow sweet pepper 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon grated lime peel 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil Heat oven to 350 F. Arrange baguette slices on cookie sheet and toast one side 5 minutes. Turn slices, brush with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and bake 5 minutes.

Combine cherries, cilantro, sweet pepper, green onions, lime juice, lime peel, garlic salt, pepper and remaining olive oil; mix well.

Cherry Bruschetta Servings: 6 18 slices (1/2-inch thick) small baguette-style bread

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Top each baguette with thin slice cheese, 1 tablespoon cherry mixture and sprinkle of basil. Serve warm or cold.

HEALTH

What Does Hepatitis C Do to the Body?

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epatitis C is among the many diseases disproportionately affecting the African American community.

fatigue and weight gain. Or, the thyroid can become overactive, meaning hyperthyroidism, which causes weight loss and weakness.

The disease, targeting the liver, can turn into a serious health problem over time – resulting in liver damage and liver cancer. There is no vaccine for hepatitis C but there are treatments available.

The brain becomes affected by hepatitis C. About 50 percent of people living with hepatitis C report “brain fog” symptoms. It’s possible that anyone living with hepatitis C could also experience dry mouth, itchy skin, bruising and bleeding, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and cryoglobulinemia, a condition that causes skin, joint and kidney inflammation.

After diagnosis, in the early stages, patients may not have any symptoms, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In fact, about 15 to 25 percent of people living with the hepatitis C virus will only develop an acute version of the disease.

Meaning, the virus is cleared from the body without causing any liver damage.

Others, though, could eventually experience severe symptoms one to three months after exposure. Joint pain is one early symptom, including inflammation and pain in the joints and muscles. This can be a sign that the immune system is working to fight off the virus.

Other early symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and other digestive issues. Some people may also experience jaundice – a yellowing of the skin and eyes. This is a result of bilirubin, a greenish pigment found in the bile, not being removed properly from the body.

As hepatitis C progresses, it can lead to long-term liver damage. Cirrhosis of the liver happens when the liver is scarred and loses its functionality. Between 5 and 20 percent of people living with hepatitis C develop cirrhosis over a 20 to 30-year period.

These symptoms can escalate to more chronic problems. A large number of people eventually develop chronic hepatitis C. Over the years, the liver will suffer severe damage and the gallbladder can become inflamed, resulting in pain and gallstones. One solution is to have the gallbladder removed.

People living with hepatitis C also

are at risk for type-2 diabetes. The liver slowly resists insulin and produces too much glucose. The body has difficulty absorbing the blood sugar and builds up in the bloodstream, resulting in type-2 diabetes.

Another condition linked to hepatitis C is hypothyroidism, which means an underactive thyroid. This can cause

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Liver cancer is another long-term effect. Between 1 and 5 percent of people with hepatitis C develop liver cancer. There’s also a risk of liver failure, which is when the liver completely stops working. A liver transplant is the only treatment.

For more hepatitis C resources, visit blackdoctor.org/category/health-conditions/hepatitis-c/

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Texans Training Camp 2019

By Brian Barefield, Sports Editor

GM, Brian Gaine was relieved of his duties on June 7, 2019, after helping construct a team that went 11-5 and winning the AFC South before losing to the Indianapolis Colts in the playoffs. Head coach Bill O’ Brien will be in charge of personnel for this season as they elected to go with a team that consists of Rob Kisel (pro personnel director), Matt Bazirgan (director of player personnel), and James Lipfert (college personnel director). That decision also came on the heels of a potential tampering violation after the Texans tried to acquire Nick Caserio from the New England Patriots.

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he Texans opened their 2019 training camp with some unanswered issues that they hope to get resolved before the season starts against the New Orleans Saints. Houston, who some have made it to the AFC Championship game returned home this year for camp after spending the last two seasons in West Virginia.

A lot of questions loom as the Texans will run its day-to-day operations this year without a general manager. Former

This camp will start with some intrigue as outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney is unlikely to report until the last day. Houston used its franchise tag on him this year as both sides failed to come to a long-term agreement.

Clowney, who will make $15.967 million this year did not report to any of the Texans off-season workouts. The 2018 Pro Bowl selection had one of his best seasons on last year as he finished the regular season with nine sacks, 47 tackles and 16 tackle for losses. This coming off a 2017 campaign that earned

him first team All-Pro honors.

Although 2018 All-Pro’s, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (ankle) and defensive end J.J. Watt (knee) will start the season on the active/physically unable to perform list. The Texans will welcome back wide receiver Will Fuller who missed the majority of the 2018 campaign after he tore his right ACL in the 4th quarter of a Thursday night game against the Dolphins. Fuller will be able to reestablish the chemistry with franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson who loves having his down the field threat back.

No Texans article would be complete without mentioning the offensive line and this year all eyes will definitely be on the unit assembled to protect Watson.

Houston selected offensive tackle Max

Scharping out of Northern Illinois in the second round to help improve an inconsistent offensive line that allowed 62 sacks last year, but all the attention will be focused on Tytus Howard who the Texans took number 23 overall in the first round. The offensive tackle was drafted out of Alabama State (HBCU) and have some believing the Texans picked him too high.

Two new additions on the coaching staff will be the eyes and ears for coach O’Brien this year. Former tight ends coach Tim Kelly has been promoted to second offensive coordinator behind O’Brien and former Texans quarterback T.J. Yates will be the offensive assistant.

The Texans will open up the preseason against the Green Bay Packers on August 8, 2019.

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OBITUARY

Celebrating the Life of Lestine Goode

By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

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estine Goode was a devote Christian, family man, and most importantly, my daddy. He ran the race and fought the good fight but sadly succumb to his illness. He was laid to rest on July 24, 2019 after having a funeral worthy of the distinguish man he was.

Read more about the man who not only taught me lessons to live by but also to many other children across the city under his tutelage.

Country boy turned city dweller, Lestine Goode was one-of-a-kind with a loving and caring heart. Born June 9, 1933 in El Campo, Texas, he was the youngest of seven sons born to Rev. J. W. and Julia Goode. Apparently giving up on ever having a girl, Julia taught Lestine to sew and make decorations around the house (and how to do her hair!), skills which he honed and added to as he became a multitalented artisan later in life. Sadly, Julia died when Lestine was only 12. His eldest brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Ella Mae Goode, stepped in to raise him and relocated him to Houston, TX. It was in the Bayou City that Lestine would plant his roots and spread his wings. After attending Crawford Elementary and Phyllis Wheatley Jr./ Sr. High, he earned a Bachelors and

oasis complete with a man-made fishing pond and house that he built by hand and plenty of land to roam to connect with his country boy roots.

Lestine was a generous man, often lending a hand to someone in need and giving of his time, resources and talents to help others. He loved his 4 daughters and grandchildren immensely and was there day or night, rain or shine if they called. They were the highlight of his life. Nothing made him happier than bragging on their accomplishments! He had a beautiful smile and an infectious sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.

Lestine Goode

Lestine Goode with daughter, Jo-Carolyn

Though he was well known as an asset to HISD, perhaps he was even better know for the work he did outside the classroom. His reputation for designing

He accepted Christ at an early age and believed in the power of prayer. He regularly worshipped at Mt. Vernon UMC where he had a rich family history. Outside of church another place that brought him great joy was his getaway home in Hallettsville, TX. It was his

Masters in Industrial Education from Prairie View A&M University. He began a professional career with Houston ISD and taught the lost arts of wood shop, metal shop, leather shop, and drafting at E.O. Smith, Austin, and Jack Yates High Schools. He was a beloved teacher who was deeply committed to his students and who invested 35 years into the lives of future generations.

and making cabinets, furniture, and other home improvements, made his skills a coveted commodity resulting in many happy customers. He was a master craftsman and perfectionist whose work is showcased in many homes in the Houston area.

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He would take his last breath on July 16, 2019. Preceding him in death are his parents, Rev. J. W. and Julia Goode and six older brothers (Willie, George, James, Julius, Posey, and JB). Left to cherish his memory are his four daughters, Judith Goode, Theresa Walls (Eric), Jo-Carolyn Goode, and Leslie Williams (Levar); four grandchildren, Ahnjonae Davis, Eric Walls II, Trinity Walls, and Gabrielle Williams; and two great-grandchildren, Alexis and Derrick (DJ); one Goddaughter, Carla Morrow; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, family and beloved friends. His legacy will live forever in our hearts.

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2019

HABJ MEETING & MIXER DOBERMAN’S BAR AND GRILL

HABJ MEETING AND MIXER Photography by Amir Pink

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he members of the Houston Association of Black Journalists gathered for their general body meeting and mixer under the leadership of chapter president Nakia Cooper. They welcomed special guests former NABJ President Gregory Lee Jr. and NABJ Vice President, Broadcast Dorothy Tucker. Jessica Hayden, Prairie View A&M University communications student, was surprised with a paid registration to the upcoming NABJ Convention. On the agenda was discussion about future workshops, events, and the 2019 convention &career fair. Some in attendance were Alexis Jones, Melanie Lawson, Erica Simon, KJ Smooth, Taylor Garner, and Isiah Carey.

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APRI LIVING LEGENDS LUNCHEON Photography by Vicky Pink

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he A. Phillip Randolph Institute Tideland Houston Chapter hosted their Salute to the 2019 Living Legends at their annual banquet. The Honorable Claude Cummings, Jr. guided guests throughout the afternoon as they raised money for scholarships for deserving students. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee presented proclamations to all honorees. Some in attendees were State Rep. Ron Reynolds, State Rep. Shawn Thierry, County Judge Lina Hildago, and City of Houston controller Chris Brown.

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2019

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ra and Vera Matthews and the Acres Homes community family and friends hosted a fundraising reception in honor of Mayor Sylvester Turner’s reelection campaign for the City of Houston. Mayor Turner laid out his future plans for the city as he greeted attendees. Supporters showed their approval of Turner’s ideas with generous donations towards his campaign. Some in attendance were James Dixon, Connie Steward, Kari Gray Smith, Alexic Williams, Dr. John Singleton, Janice Weaver, and Linda K. Brown.

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by UTHealth School of Public Health. We have partnered with Rice University, the Houston Health Department, Air Alliance Houston, residents and metal recyclers from Houston communities to find ways to improve air quality and community health. Attendees participated in workshops to develop actio

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