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exual boasting, emails, tax returns, deplorables -- the second presidential debate Sunday featured insults wrapped up in put-downs. This debate was held within miles of Ferguson, Mo., but it was never mentioned. The citizens who offered questions asked about issues -- health care, the Supreme Court, energy. The moderators peddled scandals -- and elicited insults.

Some things are clear. Donald Trump has no clue how insulting he is when he makes his brazen appeal to black and Latino voters, promising to “do things that haven’t been done, including fixing and making our inner cities better for the AfricanAmerican citizens that are so great,

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We the People Must Set the Political Agenda and for the Latinos, Hispanics, and I look forward to doing it.”

That’s great, but Trump has offered no plan to accomplish this.

He asks us only to trust him. But someone who has fanned the flames of racial resentment in his campaign, trashed Mexicans and Muslims, and insulted women is not exactly a person to gain a lot of trust.

Clinton promises to be the president of all of America. And she offers real plans. She would raise the minimum wage and make college tuition free for all but the rich. She calls for a major plan to rebuild America, investing in infrastructure and schools and water systems. That will put people to work in good jobs and make our cities better.

And she’s embraced Rep. James Clyburn’s 10-20-30 pledge to invest 10 percent of federal contracting in communities comprising 20 percent of the nation’s population that have been below the poverty line for 30 years. That would help both white, rural communities and urban ghettos and barrios. Clinton isn’t just saying trust me; she’s laying out plans that could make a difference.

But what the debate made clear is how important it is for the people to set the agenda after the election. Voting is vital but not sufficient. What we do can change the national agenda and force action.

When Eisenhower was elected, he did not have any thought about using federal troops to desegregate schools in Little Rock. The movement forced that on his agenda. Kennedy had no commitment to ending segregation of public accommodations; the civil rights movement forced that onto his agenda. LBJ thought continuing the war in Vietnam would protect him politically. The antiwar movement changed that calculation.

Today, Black Lives Matter has forced criminal justice reform onto the agenda of both parties.

The Fight for $15 has pushed that minimum wage hikes in cities across the country. Immigration reform is part of Clinton’s first 100-day plan because citizen movements have forced it there.

The next president will make fateful decisions about war in the Middle East, about how to

Black Judge Candidates Bring Interest to Area Voting

Levine, Political Writer

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hile this fall features the first Emmett, County Commissioners Jack national election without an Cagle, Jack Mormon, Steve Radack African American in the race and Lee. He now is the only African for President since 2004 and instead American county court judge and the the two most disliked white candidates second ever.

“I’ve worked consistently for President ever, there are African with inner-city youth and churches in Americans running for judge and other neighborhoods ignored. I’ve earned area posts that are bringing excitement support from African American faith to the 2016 election season. They and and community leaders in every area scores of others are of this the reasons why on c o u n t y. the Harris County Fairness ballot, the second for all to longest ballot in the me is not country, registered because voters must get of this ready for early year-long voting that starts campaign this October 24th. but my two J u d g e decades Clydge Leuchtag of local was Harris County service Commissioner El and the Franco Lee’s last Fulton, Joseph and Leuchtag way I’ve appointee and is lived and running to keep his Harris County Civil live my life,” said Leuchtag, who is Court at Law #1 bench. Leuchtag has involved every weekend and most served as a licensed attorney for more evenings in communities and church than 26 years, a licensed volunteer police officer for nearly 25 years and efforts across Harris County.

Kevin Fulton is running for Judge of Harris County Civil Court at the 11th District Court, which is one Law #1 since June 2015 having been of Texas’ oldest courts. Benjamin appointed by Harris County Judge Ed Franklin’s nephew once held it. If elected

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get the economy moving, about Supreme Court nominees, about getting health care costs under control, about climate change, about growing, unsustainable and extreme inequality, about reviving the Voting Rights Act.

We can’t afford to leave these choices to the next president, no matter who is elected. We can’t let a Congress corrupted by big money and entrenched lobbies set the agenda. Citizens in motion must force the vital and the just onto the next president’s and the next Congress’ agenda. We will decide by what we do, or by what we decide not to do. One thing is clear from the debate Sunday night: It is time to organize.

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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he’ll be its first African American Judge for that court.

“I grew up with a single mom in the inner city where poverty was as plain as day. That is what drives me to want to be a fair judge to treat all those that come before me with respect. I saw violent guns; drugs and gangs destroy human life and humanity. I saw good people guide me. I remember racism when we moved to suburbs where I was called racist words that tore my heart and brought tears to my eyes,” said

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Fulton, who later served in U.S. Army combat in the First Gulf War before building his law practice and raising his children with his physician wife.

Judge Maria Jackson has served at the 339th Criminal District Court since 2008 and is proud as a single African American mom and Christian to be the only African-American woman judge in each most recent election to earn endorsements from the Houston Police Officers Union as well as now the Mexican American Bar Association, the Harris County Deputies Organization, and Houston Realty Business Coalition.

“I’ve been lauded by the Houston Chronicle and Houston Press and those that come before my court for being faithful and accomplished for judging with integrity and for being tough and honest,” said Jackson, a Democrat, respected by Republicans and citizens from across all of Harris County.

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their promotion exams that included written and oral assessments. These promotions are highly significant as the current Montalvo list of department captains is majority Anglo with just three of the forty-one captains being minorities according to the Houston Chronicle.

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ouston Rockets Bobby Brown is causing a national uproar over his defacing of the Great Wall of China. Brown was visiting the historical landmark with his Houston Rockets teammates just before their game against the New Orleans Pelicans when he decided to leave his tag on the wall. Signing both his name and jersey number, Brown then took a picture, of course, to share his work on social media.

That was post was deleted and replaced with an apology.

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he Houston Police Department is adding diversity to their incoming captain class. The most diverse class ever has a number of minority lieutenants who will fill positions being left vacant by retiring officers.

These soon-to-be-captains scored the highest on

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an Antonio Police Chief William McManus said his officer that wore Donald Trump Campaign hats while in full uniform will be disciplined. The officers violated department policy when they wore the “Make America Great Again” hats with Donald Trump while he was campaigning in the city. Chief McManus said officers displayed poor judgment. Also expressing disappointment was San Antonio Mayor Ivy Taylor who said police need to be “above politics and serve everyone equally.” The exact punishment for officers is unknown.

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n January 2017, Houstonians will finally see the new Emancipation Park after its $33 million makeover. Former slaves founded the historic Houston’s Third Ward treasurer as a gathering place to celebrate their freedom on the official Juneteenth holiday. Now 144 years later, the park is a staple in the community for numerous celebrations, recreational activities and more. The new renovations will expand the uses of the park with a community center and other features for residents. A rededication ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 12 before the re-opening in January 2017.

Precinct One Constable Rosen and Local Rap Artists Partner to Get Young People Out to the Polls Houston Public Media

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exas Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Charles Smith announced that Texas has approved up to $10 million in grants to help Texas veterans and their families manage mental health issues.

Fourteen community groups across the state Smith will receive the grants. The funds, awarded as part of HHSC’s Texas Veterans + Family Alliance grant program, help improve quality of life for Texas veterans and their families by increasing access to mental health treatment and services. For more information about behavioral health services in Texas, please visit www.MentalHealthTX.org New Texas Immigrant Detention Center Raises Questions Washington Times

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ommunity leaders, as well as law enforcement and political leaders, are trying different ways to reach out Z-Ro, Rosen to young black voters. Precinct One Constable Allen Rosen recently held a get out the vote rally at Warehouse Live, a popular club, with the support of rap artists Paul Wall, Kirko Bangz, and Z-ro. Constable Rosen wants to educate people about their ability to vote and get them to the polls.

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sprawling facility featuring 14-foot-tall fences and a specially designed wing for transgender individuals, the Dallas Morning News reports. The facility is in and owned by Alvarado, a small city about 40 miles south of Dallas, though it is managed by Emerald Correctional Management LLC, a privately held Louisiana-based detention company. A center official says detained immigrants could arrive this month, though a U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement official said the center will more likely open in January.

Winning $49 Million Lottery Ticket Sold in Near Dallas KHOU.com

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he White House touted a new report saying, essentially, that American Hispanics have made big gains during the presidency of Barack Obama. Officials discussed a report by the White House Council of Economic Advisors that said according to many social measures, Hispanics are doing much better now than when Obama took office in 2009 at the height of the Great Recession. The reported note such benefits as those from expanding investments in education, raising income through overtime protection, encouraging 18 states, the District of Columbia and localities to raise the minimum wage, expanding anti-poverty programs and a range of other actions.

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eru21 newspaper is reporting that the former Peruvian president, Ollanta Humala, is under a government investigation of his wife over allegations of money laundering.

According to reports, Humala traveled to Spain on Oct. 10 while his wife, Nadine Heredia, who is barred from leaving the country, has not traveled abroad since July 2015. Prosecutor Humala Germán Juárez will also be looking into the former president’s bank statements since 2009. Humala’s lawyer, Julio César Espinoza, told Peru21 that they do not agree with the prosecutor’s decision, but “the former president will face the process with complete integrity and with respect for the decision of the authorities.”

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FEATURE

Beatrice Mayes Institute: A Bright Light in the Charter School Debate

By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

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ittle was known about the magic that was stirring on Dixie Drive in Houston, Texas back in 1966. In just a little house was a woman with a passion for educating children. Daily she would pour everything she had into those young, undeveloped minds with one goal … to see them progress as far as they could go.

Beatrice Mayes has always had a huge heart for children and their development. This compelled her to tutor children in her community that needed a little extra help with their schoolwork. After coming across one precious pupil that couldn’t read in the third grade, she knew what her life’s calling was to teach.

Seeing the reward from her time invested in that child and the support of her loving husband, Thomas Mayes, Sr., sparked the start of the Wonderland Private School, one of the oldest Black-owned schools in the Houston area.

Entering this new territory Mrs. Mayes was always clear about one thing. Her kids were going to be the best of the best. Notice I didn’t say she was going to try to make them the best but they were going to be. That is a definite statement. She had that mindset then and it has never wavered in the past fifty years. In those days, private schools were not thought of places that produced students that knew how to compete competitively. Well, that hadn’t spoken with Mrs. Mayes. Determined to change that way of thinking, she sought to teach children not on grade level but above grade level.

A child in public school in the first grade learned the required curriculum for a first grader. A child in the first grade at Wonderland learned what they needed to know for first grade, second grade and some of what was needed for third grade. “I wanted my kids to be super ready when they went into the public school and even better than the students in public school,” said Mrs. Mayes. “So we worked towards that. We found that it wasn’t a difficult thing to do. And so we began teaching above grade level and continue to do so now.”

As a former Wonderland student, I can attest to this style of learning. I attended Wonderland for numerous years before transitioning to another school. I remember being bored in class at my new school because I had already learned and mastered the previous year the concepts that my peers were just being introduced to. The same was the case for all my friends that were no longer at Wonderland as well.

As Mrs. Mayes and the secret o f Wo n d e r l a n d started to spread throughout the c o m m u n i t y, t h e school just took flight and grew and grew. Moving from the little house on Dixie Drive to a location on Calhoun and then to Griggs where it calls home today. However, as the school grew so did operations cost but the economy was not catching up with the expansion. How does one stay afloat in a bad economy? You joined the charter school movement.

Around the late nineties, the charter school movement gained movement where parents were looking for a great education for their children without the expensive price tag. The answer came in the form of charter schools. These schools receive state funding but operate independently of public school systems. It

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was the best option to keep Wonderland’s enrollment up, the school door’s open and stay true to the core standards that made the school so unique.

However, this also reignited the argument that independently ran schools with no rules and regulations were a hindrance, not a help to students, as they were trying to appear. It wasn’t just thought that students were less than average academically but economically and socially. Thoughts that just rolled off Mrs. Mayes’s back because she knew her students did not fit this mold. Time and time again students at Wonderland, now Beatrice Mayes Institute under the charter school umbrella, always tested above grade level.

Despite the results as those mentioned above and of other thriving charter schools there are many who want to halt the operations of charter schools. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored

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People National Convention took up this cause at their national convention this summer when they stood in support of a moratorium on the proliferation of privately managed charter schools. Dr. Carolyn Evans Shabazz, NAACP Houston Education Chair, said that the organization feels that charter schools are a threat to public education because of how they target low -income areas. She further stated that they pick and choose their students and determine how public funds are spent. This leads to an increase in segregation rather than diverse integration of public schools.

Thereby communities are put at risk to accommodate the shortage of resources and space and increase tension and conflict within school communities.

But where would that leave schools like BMI; schools that don’t misappropriate funds, pick and choose students, and are assets to the community.

“I want to help my people but I want to help all children that come our way. Not segregating ourselves but helping those kids that are low skilled. I want to help those kids that are high achievers. I want to see us not on the bottom of the totem pole but leading,” commented Mrs. Mayes, whose school is predominately African American but does welcome diversity.

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of which NAACP speaks. However, Beatrice Mayes Institute is not one of them. The funding they receive from the state does not mirror what public school receive and they are able to stretch a dollar a lot farther to give each child the very best. Smaller classes with an average student/teacher ratio of 25 students per teacher meant that focused learning was happening and no child’s educational need is unmet. Staying abreast of STEM education means BMI students can make major moves in our advancing world. They work on the concept that the students are not just children attending their school but the students are like their actual own kids and they won’t let them fail.

“Parents know that BMI is their school and these are our children,” said a passionate Mrs. Mayes.

“We have one thing in common. It allows us to have a better fellowship and relationship with parents.”

That is the major difference between public and the privatized charter school concept and that is what makes BMI so unique and special.

It is not uncommon at BMI for your child’s teacher to contact the parent, not at the point where the child is in desperate trouble, but at the first sign that there may be a problem starting. “It is easy for us to call parents. It is easy for us to have parents come in,” said Mrs. Mayes. “It is part of our open policy with parents.” This is what worked in 1966 and what continues to work in 2016. It is the very reason why BMI students excel with accuracy.

Something else that makes BMI special is the people. Some of the teachers have been there thirty plus years. Linda Jones, with forty-two years under her belt, is the longest serving faculty member outside of Mrs. Mayes. Alums don’t necessarily leave when they are no longer enrolled. All it takes is for Mrs. Mayes to say we need and the alums answer the call. Do you know of that kind of loyalty in the public school sector?

Fifty years ago, Beatrice Mayes just wanted to help a few children do better in school and be in business for herself. She had no idea the passion and the magic she would create through generations of teaching. In fact, in her world, she would have been retired and traveling. But she loves what she does too much so she keeps pushing.

Fired up more so than ever, she has passed on her legacy to her family. Her boys, Christopher and Thomas, both of whom are Wonderland/BMI alum, handled the operations of the school now. Mrs. Mayes’ grandchildren are now students.

The legacy of Wonderland/BMI is one that is safe, secure, loved, cherished and sure to withstand another fifty years. Wonderland Private School/ Beatrice Mayes Institute will celebrate expanding minds, building character, and inspiring community action at their 50th Anniversary “Bright Beginnings, Brighter Future” Gala on Friday, October 28, 2016, at 7:00pm at the Power Center. Tickets are on sale now for $75.00 and can be purchased at www. wonderlandinc.org.

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he 2012 Survey of Business Owners from the United States Census Bureau revealed that AfricanAmerican women are making especially large strides when it comes to starting up. The Census data show that black female entrepreneurs ran just over 1.5 million firms during that time (putting them at the head of nearly 60 percent of all black-owned businesses), which together contributed more than $42 million in sales to the economy. In all, these businesses accounted for 29 percent of new companies run by women in that fiveyear period. They found that black women’s motives spring from the desire to help other women versus just helping themselves economically.

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he most famous mall in America is giving its workers Thanksgiving Day off. But that doesn’t necessarily mean no shopping will take place at Mall of America on Turkey Day. The mall announced Wednesday that it will close its operations -- which include a movie theater and the amusement park Nickelodeon Universe -- on November 24. That means 1,200 employees who work for the mall will be able to spend the day leisurely

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epublican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump said that his camp is preparing to sue the New York Times over their recent story about two women who claim that Trump touched them inappropriately.

The New York Times’ general counsel informed Donald Trump’s lawyer, in scathing terms, that it will not retract its story. In a letter to Trump attorney Marc E. Kasowitz, New York Times general counsel David McCraw wrote, of the request that the Times retract the story. McCraw then laid into Kasowitz and his client, writing, “The essence of a libel claim, of course, is the protection of one’s reputation. Mr. Trump has bragged about his non-consensual sexual touching of women. He has bragged about intruding on beauty pageant contestants in their dressing rooms.

He acquiesced to a radio host’s request to discuss Mr. Trump’s own daughter as a ‘piece of ass.’ Multiple women not mentioned in our article have publicly come forward to report on Mr. Trump’s unwanted advances.” Times sources told CNNMoney there were spontaneous bursts of applause for McCraw when he walked through the paper’s newsroom on Thursday afternoon.

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acy’s welcomed award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Jencarlos Canela for an inspiring conversation and fan meet-andgreet in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at Macy’s Memorial City. Hosted by Mega 101’s Cindy Burbano, Jencarlos shared how his culture inspires him and answered fan questions with a crowd of more than 400 in attendance. Jencarlos partnered with Macy’s for this year’s campaign saluting Latino culture, history and vibrancy with a nationwide store tour. More than 200 fans who made a $25 purchase that day were also able to meet Jencarlos and take photos with him.

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ames Harden had 14 points and 8 assists in 24 minutes as the Rockets defeat the Pelicans in China by 116-to-104. In the post game Harden press conference, James Harden said these pregames are to the team’s advantage to figure each other and gel before the start of the regular season. During these games, they are focusing on how to get better. They were able to work well in the first quarter and got a little sloppy in the second half according to Harden. However, they use every game as an opportunity to improve. The Houston Rockets have three more preseason games before the start of the regular season on October 26th.

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our favorite toy came apart yesterday.

That’s okay, though; it snapped right back together. It’s made to come apart, in fact; it’s one of those things you can build with and you like doing that anyhow, which is why it’s your favorite. And in the new book “Ticktock Banneker’s Clock” by Shana Keller, illustrated by David C. Gardner, you’ll see how one really interesting project can lead to another.

There wasn’t much to do on that fall day near Chesapeake Bay. Once Benjamin Banneker had harvested his crops and prepared his farm for winter, there was plenty of time for thinking and dreaming.

A friend had recently given Banneker a pocket watch and Banneker was quite fascinated with it.

He’d never seen one before and while he knew his friend would want the watch back, Banneker also knew that he could take it apart, if he was careful.

And that’s what he did that winter. He disassembled the watch to see the tiny little parts so he could understand how they worked together, and how each gear ran the other gears. He studied them and drew diagrams – partly because he knew he’d have to put the watch back together again, and partly because he wanted to make a timepiece of his own. It “was a challenge and he loved challenges.”

But the pocket watch was made of metal.

Metal was expensive. How could Banneker make a watch without any metals?

The answer arrived the following spring, right in front of him, right on his farm! He had plenty of

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by MLBPipeline.com. Bregman, 22, hit .306 with 22 doubles, 20 homers, 61 RBIs and a .986 OPS in 80 games between Triple-A Fresno and Double-A Corpus Christi before making his Major League debut with the Astros in July. A Double-A Texas League Midseason and Postseason All-Star, Bregman was named MLBPipeline.com Hitter of the Year. Musgrove went a combined 7-4 with a 2.74 ERA in 16 games (14 starts) between Corpus Christi and Fresno, walking 10 batters and striking out 87 in 85 1/3 innings. He made his Major League debut on Aug. 2.

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he Texas Southern Tigers football team looked much improved on both sides of the ball highlighted by impressive performances on offense and defense at the spring camp. The guys are using that Haywood momentum to look for a win for their fourth straight SWAC game for the first time since 2000 when they face Alcorn State. TSU is under the direction of first year head coach Michael Haywood after suffering a disappointing 3-7 season last year.

The Tigers assembled a challenging slate of nonconference opponents while also preparing to face stiff competition in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

In 2016 the Texas Southern Tigers football team will look to return the program to prominence as TSU attempts to snap a five consecutive losing seasons trend that dates back to the 2011 campaign.

Ticktock Banneker’s Clock wood and wood should’ve worked fine, but when he started carving, it split. Banneker had to figure out how to keep his project from being ruined. It took much of the summer but he finally realized that he knew all along how to cure wood so it wouldn’t splinter.

And so that next winter, Banneker carved and drew. He figured and thought some more, and he dreamed. Could a man make a working clock from scraps and scratch?

I’m sure you can surmise the answer to that, but what makes it remarkable is included in on the last page of “Ticktock Banneker’s Clock.”

In her Author’s Note, Shana Keller explains a bit more about the real Benjamin Banneker and his life and times, which felt to me like I’d happily come upon a little-known corner of history that needed the light of day to fully appreciate. For the far end of the audience (kids up to 10 years old), that fresh information may spur them to learn more about this brilliant self-taught inventor. Children on the lower end of the age-target (children in kindergarten and first grade) will learn, too, but may initially get more from the artwork by illustrator David C. Gardner.

Overall, I think this is one of those unexpected gems from history that kids may find fun to learn about, and that parents will like, too. For any reader looking a new hero to emulate, “Ticktock Banneker’s Clock” is a book to make time for.

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Emma’s Mex Grill Celebrates Street Art with Milagro Tequila

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By Yolanda Pope, Culinary Writer

mma’s Mex Grill located at 5010 West Broadway in Pearland, Texas hosted a private party to honor the heritage of restaurant owners the Mendieta family by having Mexican Artist Beo Hake paint a mural on the wall of the establishment during the festivities. The event was a collaboration between Milagro Tequila and the restaurant proprietors whose family lineage is rooted in Mexico. Moreover, according to recent press documents “the event coincides with Milagro’s “Agave Expressionism” campaign, which unveils progressive artworks from top Mexico City street artists, embracing Milagro’s roots in the city’s creative culture. The initiative launched in 2015 and has since showcased inimitable works in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco via large public murals. “

Additionally, the restaurant served a “street style” dinner that featured handmade flour and corn tortillas, fajitas, barbacoa (beef cheeks), pollo guisado (stewed chicken), pastor (marinated pork), grilled vegetables, empanadas, and a medley of salsas. My favorite meat of the night was the barbacoa, the meat was tender, bursting with flavor, and paired well with the first cocktail, which happened to be my preference of the three mixed beverages, we enjoyed.

The first libation was an “ancho chile rita,” which featured Milagro Silver Tequila, Agave nectar, Ancho Reyes Ancho Chile Liqueur, lime juice, and a dried ancho chile as a garnish. The tequila was subdued a bit in this beverage, in my view, because the chile and lime flavors added a nice bite to the finish, which was well received by this writer; I wanted four more.

While we ate and watched Beo work on the mural, we were greeted by Milagro’s Texas Ambassador, Juan Pablo De Loera, (JP). “Like Milagro Tequila, JP has roots in Tepatitlan, located in the highlands of the state of Jalisco. In addition to Guadalajara, JP grew up in San Antonio, Texas.” Subsequently, he expressed his passion for the brand and his work during our interview.

He has an extensive background in tequila, which started by learning from agave growers and master distillers. Texas is in good hands with such a knowledgeable and friendly ambassador.

Finally, to view the completed mural, visit Emma’s in Pearland or go to their website www.emmasmexgrill.com. Also, to learn more about Milagro Tequila, visit www.milagrotequila.com/welcome.

For those interested in keeping up with Artist Beo Hake, his website is beohake.com. Follow his Facebook page by going to www.facebook. com/beohake2.

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onoma Wine County is where the passion roams free with the Pacific Coast, Russian River, Redwoods, Valley’s and Vineyards. Be prepared to situate your palate and indulge in wine tasting by regions; tour vineyards, barrel rooms, and wine caves; and savor delicious food-and-wine pairings.

Visiting Sonoma County during grape harvest in late summer and early fall is a perfect time to connect with the rolling hills and mountain plains that make up the California Wine County area (bigger than New Jersey), the fabulous food, the agricultural life, and the passionate professionalism of its grape farmers and winemakers.

To meet the people who make the wine that we oh-so-love to enjoy, Houston Style Magazine joined three journalists and about 35 people from around the United States and Canada at Sonoma County Grape Camp for three days of enthrallment in winery touring, grape harvesting, cooking, wine pairing and blending.

And of course, tasting: We had the opportunity to sample around 75 sauvignon blancs, merlots, pinot noirs, zinfandels, chardonnays, cabernets and more.

During #SCGrapeCamp visitors can experience everything from harvesting in the fields, fermenting sessions in wineries to hands on experience with winemaking and first class dinners. To celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Sonoma County Grape Camp, this annual three-day event was extended an extra day offering unique chances to get up close and personal in Sonoma County at its most exciting time of year. Honestly, we do not think there is another “Adult Camp” that compares to the fun and excitement of Sonoma County Grape Camp!

About Sonoma County:

Located just 45 miles north of San Francisco, Sonoma County welcomes the adventurous, curious, and lovers for the best of Northern California.

The largest producer of California’s Wine Country region, Sonoma County has 17 approved American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) and over 425 wineries. Fresh foods, stunning natural beauty, and world-class wines are what you will experience, to say the least. Nearly half of all Sonoma County vineyards are smaller acres, and 85 percent of Sonoma wineries are family owned and operated. Besides the obvious: wine, Sonoma County is 3 hours from Lake Tahoe, 35 minutes from Napa Valley, 30 minutes from the Pacific Coast and offers a slew of Resorts and Spas.

Welcome To Grape Camp!

“I googled Adult Camps, came across this one, and I was set.” “We’ve been trying to come to Grape Camp since 2014, so once we got an open spot, we had to secure it ASAP!” “This is my third time at Grape Camp so I figured I’d bring my Kansas Group along!” During the Welcoming Reception at Vintners Inn Provence Terrace, campers started by introducing themselves and how they chose Sonoma County Grape Camp. Whether it was a surprise anniversary trip from a spouse, a best friend’s getaway, a first

All Roads Lead to Sonoma County Grape Camp timers experience — wine connoisseurs and new coming came for many different reasons. Campers can easily find their passion for wines, teas, and nature while being centered in the action during harvest season. With everyone quickly taking interest in each other either over wine or just meeting new friends, camaraderie comes quickly.

required to only taste wines, tour vineyards, or explore more than 50 miles of Pacific Coastline (though, that does not sound too bad). One year, campers may Harvest Lunch and Hike, the next, they’re in cellars and traveling to the coast. Either way, each year the itinerary is secretly held until everyone arrives, making the reveal a thrill!

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G r a p e Farming and Harvest!

Y o u walk down the aisle at a store, stand back, carefully review the options and make your selection of wine. You make it home, pour your glass, sit back and relax. During that time, how often have you asked yourself what is the process of creating this perfect blend? Sonoma County Grape Camp will leave you with all questions answered! Campers get a first-hand glimpse of what it is like to be a Grape Famer. With early morning call times, dress in layers (it tends to be chilly in the AM hours), grab your gloves and clippers and be prepared to harvest! Before you know it, you are walking down vineyard rows, with a bucket and rhythm – clipping away at the vines and grabbing your best cluster. We suggest having your favorite playlist playing while harvesting; it makes for an energetic morning!

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Fruits of Your Labor!

When was the last time you harvested your own wine? After harvesting comes sorting, destemming, crushing/pressing, fermentation, clarification, aging and bottling. While going through those steps, grab a glass and enjoy the fruits of your own labor by sipping on wine from the very same vines and vineyards you just picked from. It creates a well-rounded circle effect leaving the campers well educated and with a new outlook and respect for the farmers.

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Wine and Dine First Class!

With Wine comes Food Paring. The Sonoma Winegrowers truly roll out the red carpet for the campers with a fabulous, one of a kind dinner scheduled for each night. Whether it is a 70foot dinner table at the Atwood Ranch Barn or a beautiful Vineyard Dinner centered in the middle of Benovia; selected Chefs and their teams in Sonoma County prepares some of the best locally farm to table courses your mouth has ever enjoyed. Another plus; campers are strategically placed around the tables with Grape Growers and Winemakers to not only enjoy their wines, but to mingle and present questions about the pairings and more. Vintners also share magical stories about their family’s heritage and the passion for winemaking during the nightly celebrations. These same set ups take place during daily lunches a well.

There’s a premium fee for this curated access to wine professionals and outstanding food which includes accommodations, food, wine, and transportation during camp. Staff, like Karissa Kruse president of the Sonoma County Winegrowers Commission, Sean Carroll director of marketing and communications and Andriana Duckworth relationship and program manager fielded questions on everything from microclimates in Sonoma’s 17 viticultural areas to organic farming. As for my companions, all appreciated wine and some had cellars, but none was a wine snob. All were enthusiastic about learning— and the opportunity for a unique experience. Indeed, I’ll never drink a glass of wine the same way. Visit SonomaGrapeCamp.com for more information!

Every Year is a Different Year!

The great thing about Sonoma County Grape Camp is every year is different. With so many wineries and things to do, one campers experience may be completely different from last year’s campers. While Sonoma County is known around the world as a top wine, vineyard, and coastal destination, you are not

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hether it’s October or not, breast cancer is one of the most recognized cancers in the world. Thanks to massive public awareness campaigns, nearly everyone understands the significance behind a pink ribbon, but how many can say they have breast cancer knowledge beyond pink?

The truth is, breast cancer is extremely complex and not a onesize-fits-all disease. It’s classified into different types based on the unique biology of each tumor, including the size, whether and where it’s spread, how it looks under the microscope and what’s causing it to grow at the cellular level, according to the American Cancer Society. Understanding the various biological features is critical, as they help determine treatment decisions and directly affect patient outcomes.

As breast cancer survivor Pamela Cunningham knows all too well, knowledge is power when navigating a breast cancer journey. When diagnosed with Stage II HER2-positive early breast cancer, an aggressive type of the disease, Cunningham said that while she understood there were different stages, she was shocked to discover there were

so many different types.

In fact, her mother had faced breast cancer several years earlier and neither Cunningham nor her father knew what kind her mother had.

To better understand her diagnosis, she talked with friends who had faced similar situations and even sought a second opinion. After learning more, Cunningham felt confident in her decision to receive a treatment regimen that helped shrink her tumor prior to undergoing surgery to remove it.

“I’m really thankful I went the way I did,” Cunningham said. “I would advise other women to do their own research, find out the available treatments and don’t be afraid to ask your doctor about all of your options and possible side effects.”

Cunningham and her oncologist, Dr. Karen Tedesco of New York Oncology Hematology, offer the

assistance to ensure you’re properly informed and have all the resources you need. Do not hesitate to consider a second opinion until you feel 100 percent confident in your health care team and treatment plan.

following tips to help patients more fully understand how to approach a breast cancer diagnosis.

Understand Your Diagnosis: Learning about your specific type of breast cancer is essential because the unique biology of your tumor can directly impact your breast cancer journey. Knowing the four S’s – stage, size, status and subtype – of your tumor can help you better understand your diagnosis and the treatment options available to you.

Strength in Numbers: The news of a cancer d i ag n o s i s can be incredibly overwhelming to patients and their loved ones. Make the most of the first few doctor appointments by bringing a friend outside of the immediate family to ensure the information is being absorbed and the right questions are being asked.

Build a Support Team: In addition to family and friends, it’s important to have a strong health care and surrounding support team. Seek out nurse navigators, local breast support groups and financial

Ask Questions, Then Ask More: Consider asking your doctor the following questions: Are you eligible for clinical trials? Are there special treatments geared toward your specific type of breast cancer? Do I need surgery? Does surgery have to be the first step? Being actively involved can help ensure each patient receives the best treatment option for them.

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2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Outland

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range is Houston’s new color.

You can’t go to too many places and not pass a construction zone with the orange barrels and signs directing you to slow down, stop and detour here. Having a vehicle with offroad capability is to your advantage to handle all the dips, dives, and divots on the beaten and battered streets. One with style and safety measures is a plus.

Since that is my constant reality, I was more than happy to put the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4x4 to the test against these rough Houston streets and Jeep was most certainly up for the challenge.

Of all the vehicles in the Jeep brand lineup, the Grand Cherokee has been one that has stood out for its style and luxury appeal. Year after year it improves on that standard, elevating its overall draw exteriorly and internally.

For the 2016 model year, Jeep does not make any real significant exterior changes. After all, they really don’t have to do that when you have a classic look that works but I suspect in a few

years slight changes will appear just to stay within the current times. I am most attracted to its car-like look with its jeeplike size. It is almost like the scenario of the “Three Little Bears” story. It is not too big and not too small. It is just right.

As the showman of the Jeep lineup, slight tweaks and changes are expected to the Grand Cherokee. Some of them are noticeable by sight while others are noticeable by experience behind the wheel. Jeep gives you both in 2016. Starting with the behind-thewheel experience, Jeep sheds some weight with the exchange of aluminum suspension parts from steel ones. This, of course, improves fuel usage and performance. There are four engine options with the Grand Cherokee - 3-liter turbo, 3.6-liter V6, 5.7-liter V8, and 6.4-liter V8. My test vehicle was equipped with the 3.6 V6 engine that gave me fuel estimates of 18-mpg city, 25-mpg highway for a combined fuel economy of 21-mpg city/highway. With this engine, more fuel efficiency is noticed with the upgraded start/stop function that also enhances the horsepower of this all-around SUV. Two 4WD systems are available for the Overland trim level. Testing has the Overland V6 jumping from zero to 60-mph in less than 8 seconds.

All of the above is great but what about the ride. Well, that is even

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better. The ride is what sets the Jeep apart from other SUVs. Going off-road in the Jeep doesn’t mean that you or

cruise control, foglights, keyless ignition and entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping

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your crew is tossed around like a rag doll in the cabin. Shock is absorbed by all the advance technology to produce a silky smooth ride with just the right amount of thrill seeker adventure even though you are riding on some pretty treacherous terrain. Shifting is not laborious as the shifter is changed so drivers simply have to push forward to advance or pull back to reverse instead of the jerky step slot as before. It is great for everyday driving but when adventure calls the off-road capabilities are stellar.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee ranks at the top of its class and its doesn’t matter too much with the engine choice selected to get this kind of performance due to its advanced four-wheel drive system.

There are five available trim levels for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Each having its own advantage type upgrades. My test model is sort of the middle of the road with the Overland trim level. Other options include the Laredo, Limited, Overland, Summit and SRT. And one can’t forget the 75th anniversary edition in limited quantities. Standard options starting with the Laredo trim level include 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights,

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leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity and a six-speaker around system with a 5-inch touchscreen a USB port and auxiliary audio jack. And that is the basic. One could easily be comfortable with the basic trim level but it is always good to spoil yourself at times. Moving up the class to the Overland level and one can see the additions and upgrades of 20-inch aluminum wheels, lower payload capacity, increased maximum towing capacity, navigation, 8.5-inch touchscreen, leather upgrades, back-

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up camera, an advanced technology package with adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert and a forward collision mitigation system with automatic braking and the list goes on. I found advanced technology really cool and helpful, as the vehicle will literally stop in its tracks to avoid a collision jerking the driver to a complete halt. The available high altitude package increases the style of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland with a sports kit and black exterior accents.

Comfort and convenience features are all over the place in the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Controls in the instrument panel are clearly laid out for ease of use by both driver and passenger.

My favs are the WiFi hotspot and smartphone app integration so that I was never disconnected. There was not a third row option and it was not missed because space is plentiful in the front and backseat. Usually, backseat passengers are short changed with options but not in the Jeep Grand Cherokee. They can take advantage of video entertainment in the headrest with Blu-ray options, connect devices with 12-volt power outlets, have control over heating and ventilation and take in the sights with the panoramic sunroof. What is not to love!

Orange is usually a color reserved for cautious behavior but that can be thrown to the wind while in the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4x4. This vehicle will keep you and your peeps safe, secure, comfortable, entertained and all for a great price. It is the best combination of what you need and what you like when practical life and skill seeker collide. Life is meant to be experienced and lived on your own terms and it is great when the rules don’t have to apply.

Jeep lets you go there no matter what orange annoying roadblocks get in your way. Push caution to the extreme with the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4x4 for a base price of $47, 395.00. Find out more information at your local Jeep dealer or visiting jeep.com.

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Manifesting Lifestyle Series - The Art of Allowing

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The victory of success is half won when one gains the habit of setting goals and achieving them. Even the most tedious chore will become endurable as you parade through each day convinced that every task, no matter how menial or boring, brings you closer to fulfilling your dreams.” - Og Mandino

By Parish Blair, Feature Writer

he best foundation for a successful Manifesting Lifestyle is your habits.

The thoughts you think, the words you speak and what you choose to listen to are the materials that make up your foundation. Your commitment to consciously live in your day interrupts your former lifestyle of manifesting by default.

Instead of just waiting to see if your intentions manifest or hoping that your prayers are answered, you will feel empowered as you master manifesting habits.

you don’t have to do it perfect to get it right. You just have to do a little bit consistent.

Take your time and enjoy the journey as you manifest the life of your dreams.

3 Manifesting Habits •Be Happy No Matter What Release doubt, worry and fear about the past and future.

Blair Happiness is always available for you to tap into in the present you don’t want.” moment.

“You cannot change your future, but you can change your habits, and Shirley your habits will change “Be happy for no reason, like a your future.” child. If you are happy for a reason, -Dr. Abdul Halam you are in trouble, because that reason can be taken away from

Good habits are hard to you.” -Deepak Chopra develop but easy to live with; bad habits are easy to develop and hard •Focus On Your Intentions to live with.

Focus on whatever you want to have more.

The habits you have and the habits Thoughts create things. that have you will determine almost everything you achieve or fail to “What you focus on expands. So achieve.” -Brian Tracy focus on what you want, not what

•Make Believe It’s Yours Prepare your vibration to receive your blessings. Practice creative visualization, engaging all of your senses.

“You see, if you make believe hard enough that something is true, then it is true for you” -Burt Lancaster

You are ready to create your own Manifesting Lifestyle experience. The great thing about developing these positive habits is

I want to invite you to go on this amazing journey with me of developing yourself into a master manifestor. In the next articles, you will continue mastering simple manifesting methods and experience miracle after miracle, as your life evolves right before your eyes into the life you’ve always wanted. Soon you will be able to tune into my new video series for Houston style magazine, Manifest-In-Minutes.

Each episode will provide you with easy practical steps for creating Manifesting Lifestyle habits.

Join The Manifesting Lifestyle Movement participate, practice and share your experiences with me. If you want more information about a customized Manifest-In-Minutes Session your own contact me at ParishBlair.com.

PROTECT OUR LEGACY After the economy crashed, Barack Obama stood with us.

We’ve created over 15 million new jobs since 2010, expanded health care to 20 million Americans, and defended our right to vote.

Barack Obama accomplished a lot, but more needs to be done so we can keep moving forward.

The Republicans have fought Barack Obama since Day One and have promised to destroy his legacy and move our country backwards.

We’ve all fought too hard to let that happen.

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he Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Houston Club in Downtown Houston hosted their annual Elected Officials Reception. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Congressman Gene Green, Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner made remarks. The Chamber and its President & CEO, Dr. Laura Murillo, also recognized several elected and appointed leaders including Houston Airport System Director, Mario Diaz; Interim Police Chief, Martha Montalvo; Houston Community College Chancellor, Dr. Cesar Maldonado; City of Houston Director of Education, Juliet Stipeche; and Consul General of Mexico in Houston, Oscar Rodriguez Cabrera. Others in attendance included State Rep. Carol Alvardo, Dr. Austin Lane, Rhonda Arnold, City Controller Chris Brown, Charlene James, Adrian Garcia, and City Councilmember Karla Cisneros.

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