The Carson Courier Newspaper May 2017

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May 2017

The Carson Courier Pays Tribute To Adolph Dulan & Cuba Gooding Sr.

Doug E. Fresh is Coming To Carson Page 6

Internationally known Motivational Speaker Jewel Diamond Taylor brings “Pearls of Wisdom” to the Carson Courier.

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by James Thomas Sr.

Two legendary figures passed away recently leaving a void that will be felt by literally millions of fans.

I was honored to know Cuba Gooding Sr and his family personally for more than 20 years. Cuba was the lead singer for the 70’s R&B group, “The Main Ingredient” and a consummate performer.

I last spoke with Cuba last July prior to his show with the Emotions and Stylistics at the Long Beach Terrace Theater.

Meet Kyla O’Bannon the Carson Courier’s Newest Intern Page 5

Editor’s Desk...Page 2 Sports...............Page 6 Entertainment..Page 7 Spiritual............Page 8 Real Estate......Page 9 Youth..............Page 10

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We talked about politics, our history and how excited he was about shows The Main Ingredient performed in the Caribbean. He also talked about mentoring young artist about the entertainment industry.

Cuba was found slumped over in his Jaguar in Woodland Hills, Ca.

Another mentor and friend was Adolph Dulan, the legendary restaurateur and owner of “The Soul Food Kitchen” in Inglewood, Ca. and founder of the world famous, :Aunt Kizzy’s Backporch in Marina Del Rey, California.

SOUTHBAY PAVILION AWARDS $1,500 IN PRIZES TO CARSON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FOR THEIR SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING CAMPAIGN IDEAS!

Adolph was a prominent figure in Southern California. Known for his suave appearance and generosity, Adolph was always willing to help anyone who came to him.

I met Adolph prior to the opening of Aunt Kizzy’s and was blessed by his wisdom and knowledge.

Any time I called on him, he never declined an invitation to speak for me or supply the food.

Adolph Dulan died of natural causes according to one of the staffers at the Soul food Kitchen.

Carson People

May 8, 2017 – Carson Calif. SouthBay Pavilion and ITEP proudly presented the winners of the Social Media Marketing Campaign Competition to the top three Carson High School student groups on Tuesday, April 28, 2017.

The competition was judged by Tamala Lewis, Senior Director of the StubHub Center Community Affairs and StubHub Center Foundation; Julie Cruz, General Manager of SouthBay Pavilion; Cheryl Roberts, Specialty Leasing Manager of SouthBay Pavilion; and Patricia Mora, Marketing Coordinator for ITEP.

The winners received cash prizes provided by SouthBay Pavilion – first place $750, second place $500 and third place $250. The first place winner presented a music video commercial featuring stores in the shopping center Cont on Pg5

Featured in photo above are students of the VEI (Virtual Enterprise International) class, a part of ITEP (International Trade Education Program).

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Publisher’s Viewpoint

I am committed to continue bringing the Carson Courier to the residents of Carson as long as there is a need.

I have launched a “Go Fundme” campaign for those who would like to lend their support.

The struggle continues.

The newspaper business may be on life support but it is not dead.

The people of Carson truly love having the Carson Courier as its community newspaper and for that I am extremely grateful.

However; we need the support of the community and residents in order to continue bringing the Carson Courier consistently to the community.

As of this writing we are in need of volunteers with writing/journalistic experience, ad sales representatives, a cargo van or volunteers to deliver the print version and an affordable office space.

The link is www.gofundme.com/i-supportthe-carson-courier and anything you can do will be greatly appreciated.

I would love to meet with the neighborhood block captains, Pastors and other community leaders to discuss how we can better serve the great city of Carson.

To arrange a meeting please email me at carsoncourier@yahoo.com Together we can keep Carson informed.

James Thomas

Editors Note Meet Kyla O’Bannon

I attended Long Beach City College.

Hello, Carson! I am very happy to introduce myself as The Carson Couriers newest intern.

I reside in Carson and I am a graduating senior of the Communications Department, more specifically journalism, at California State University, Dominguez Hills. I am also an employee of the StubHub Center. The locality of these events has made me very familiar with The City of Carson and I plan to become more involved as time passes.

I am 24 years old and come from a small town in Northern California called Chico, where I attended Butte College. I have lived in New Orleans, Louisiana, where I attended the University of New Orleans and Long Beach, where

Previously, I was apart of CSUDH’s student newspaper The Bulletin. There I wrote opinion pieces and local restaurant reviews, along with copyediting and photography.

Some of my greatest passions are writing, traveling, photography, critiquing restaurants and food, learning new politics and advocating for human rights and equality for all. I also enjoy being adventurous, optimistic, enthusiastic, opinionated, helpful and inspiring.

I am hoping that I will be able to share my passions within the course of being a journalist intern for The Carson Courier.

I believe the power of my future writing for The Carson Courier will be able to inspire change and make a positive impact within the community. I am excited to learn more about this wonderful city and what it has to offer.

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Community Calendar * Letters To The Editor * Carson Chamber News

Letters To The Editor

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

MAY 2017 Home Run Derby Champ - Jr. Home Run Derby Friday, May 5.

Hemingway Park's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser Saturday, May 6.

Veterans SportComplex's Mother's Day Brunch Saturday, May 13

The Carson Courier welcomes your letters to the Editor. Send your letters to carsoncourier@yahoo.com Attn: Editor . Please include your name and a contact number. Letters without a name and contact number will not be printed.

Let Your Voice Be Heard!!

Subscribe to the Carson Courier Call (888)533-2013 Interns Wanted

If you are a college journalism student, graduate or high school student with aspirations of being a journalist call (888)533-2013 The Carson Courier is available at most retail stores in the City of Carson the first week of the month.

It is also available at the Carson City Hall, Juanita Millender McDonald Community Center and the Carson Sheriff Station.

If it is not available at your favorite retailer ask them to call (888)533-2013 to become a distributor.

Letter to the Editor Disclaimer editor.

We gladly accept letters to the

Please be advised that these letters and or advertisers do not reflect the opinion of The Carson Courier editorial team, staff or employees.

These letters will be reviewed and published at the discretion of our Editorial team.

Please limit your letters to 250 words or less. You can email your letters to carsoncourier@yahoo.com.

Include a telephone number for validation.

During election season it is the policy of the Carson Courier to not accept Letters to the Editor from announced political candidates Candidates may write a letter in response to items in other letters.

The Carson Courier will allow two (2) letters per non candidate writer regarding political issues and/or endorsement of candidates.

James Thomas Sr. Publisher

Anderson Park Movie Night Finding Dory Tues, May 16, 2017 Legislative Affairs Meeting Tues, May 16, 2017 Board Meeting

Thurs, May 18, 2017 Leadership Carson Sessi Anderson Park Movie Night -

Finding Dory Friday, May 19

Community Center Memorial Day Tribute Friday, May 26, 2017

JUNE 2017 Thurs, June 15, 2017 Quarterly Breakfast DoubleTree by Hilton Carson Thurs, June 15, 2017 Leadership Carson

Session 6 Graduation Tues, June 20, 2017

Legislative Affairs Meeting Tues, June 20, 2017 Board Meeting

Thurs, June 22, 2017 Chairman's Circle Reception DoubleTree by Hilton Carson

955 Deep Valley Drive #2685 Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca. 90274 Office & Advertising Please Call (888)533-2013

STAFF

Publisher/Editor-In-Chief James Thomas Sr. ext 700 Co-Publisher Lisa Bryant ext 703 Managing Editor

Columnist Jewel “Diamond” Taylor Dean Jones Intern Kyla O’Bannon

Photographer - Kelvin Brown Advertising Sales James Thomas Sr. Latanya Seale

The Carson Courier is published Monthly by BEM Media Group, Inc. Press Releases may be submitted for consideration to carsoncourier@yahoo.com.

Mailing address, 955 Deep Valley Road #2846, Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca. 90274.

Our telephone number is 1-888-533-2013

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Jewel Motivates by Jewel Diamond Taylor

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lifestyle.

Don't let the enemy or your circumstances cause you to shut your mouth, shut down, play the blame game or steal your faith, praise, health, peace of mind or destiny. Even though you may feel like you're standing still, you could be making progress.

Don't be afraid or procrastinate.

Encourage Yourself

"As I counseled a young woman the other day, she felt defeated, tired and discouraged that her life would never get any better. She felt stuck and imprisoned by the consequences from her past choices and lifestyle. She was ready to make a permanent decision (suicide) about a temporary situation. She had lost hope and lost her confidence.

You may long for the past or feel pain from your past choices, opportunities lost or relationships gone bad. Maybe as you read this article you can relate to her dilemma or you know someone you care about who is ready to throw in the towel.

Just imagine with me for a moment…. if all cars did not have a reverse gear…the only direction it would drive in would be “forward.” Life shouts, "Keep it moving. Go forward." You can’t live your life in reverse that is why your car windshield is bigger than your rear view mirror.

You may not like where you are now, but this is not your final destination ... unless you give up and sit down. You either choose to give in, give up or get up! Depression is a set up to make you give up.

Sometimes life is full of changes (shift) to shake us up and wake us up to change our thinking and change our

Get back the eye of the tiger so you can survive and thrive.

Don’t make a permanent decision about a temporary situation. Don't lose the grip on your dreams. Face your challenges.

Wake up, get up, stand up, speak up, lift up your head, cheer up, keep up, hook up with right people, boost up your confidence, show up for your commitments, count up your blessings, send up your prayers of gratitude for the gift of life and don't give up! Study God’s word to feed your faith and starve your doubts. Listen to inspiring music. Spend more time with people who are growing and moving forward.

If you want to excel in life, self motivation is essential. You must know how to motivate yourself. You must be able to keep your spirit high no matter how discouraging a situation is." quote from Jewel Diamond Taylor's book "Pearls of Wisdom"

Every step you take is getting you closer to your goal.

Remember…”Only the strong survive.” ~ Jewel Diamond Taylor, author, life coach, conference keynote speaker, minister of God’s love, media personality – learn about Jewel and see her speaking schedule and so much more on her web site at www.DoNotGiveUp.net or call 323.964.1736 Jewel Diamond Taylor

Business Profile

State Farm Insurance - Gregory Owens

By Angela Jackson

Insurance agent, Gregory Owens opened his financial services firm in 2000 near the corner of Carson St. and Avalon Blvd.

Upon entering the office one acknowledges that Owens takes pride in his work. Since he opened his business he has faithfully served Carson residents.

As an insurance agent, Owens is concerned about what matters to the client.

“There is no set formula for every client so listening to the needs and wants of the client are important at Gregory

Owens – State Farm Insurance Firm. Owen’s personal philosophy is based on the belief that it

Gregory Owens

is his “responsibility to bring those who lack financial and economic knowledge into a greater sense of enlightenment.”

Understanding that our communities are ever growing, Owens has

a bilingual team which caters to a growing Spanish speaking population. His office is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5:00pm and by appointment if necessary.

Owning a State Farm franchise is important to Owens. Owens believes in the principals the company was founded on in 1922.

To make an appointment to discuss your financial plan or simply to discuss acquiring Home, Life, or Auto insurance contact Owens at (877) 733-4734 or visit the office at 21613 S. Avalon Blvd.

The Carson Courier is currently conducting a fundraiser.

If you would like to support your community newspaper go to www.gofundme.com/i-support-the-carson-courier Call (888) 533-2013

Are you in need of Encouragement?

Call The 7AM Prayer Movement and hear a practical word for the day from the Word of God. Call (712) 770-4136 enter code 536586

Sunday - Saturday 7:00 am (pst) “Church Without Walls, All Are Welcome” www.wordsofwisdomintl.org

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Health & Fitness News

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Sugaralert.com

REPRODUCTIVE VITALITY

By Dean L. Jones

There is a large amount of proof surrounding how what we eat manipulates the outcome of our health. In particular, men can help reduce the risk of developing an enlarged prostate gland, as well as lessen the severity of unhealthy symptoms by sustaining suitable eating habits.

For clarity, the prostate is a gland about the size of a walnut, and is part of the reproductive system in the male body. Sadly, an enlarged prostate (also known as BPH - Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) will cause serious problems such as excessive urinating, traces of blood in the urine and/or changes in the color of urine.

Although such problems are a lot more common in middle-aged and older men, all the same due in part from what we choose to eat, prostate problems can affect men of any age.

For example, men who routinely consume extra calories over recommended daily dietary guidelines are way more likely to develop prostate problems, as compared to those who stay within good quality eating principles.

That is because there is a direct link between obesity, high

blood sugar and BPH.

Whenever a man has an elevated glucose level they are three times more likely to have an enlarged prostate.

Consequently, even though eating processed sugar does not necessarily lead to high blood sugar, diet is critical toward eating less processed sugar as part of helping to prevent prostate cancer.

Processed sugar will inflame the prostate and thereby create problems, particularly when it is included in processed foods that are very high in trans-fats.

Basically, anything made using partially or whole hydrogenated vegetable oil, margarine or shortening are all unhealthy for the prostate gland.

For example, processed food items, such as pastries, canned soups, and frozen entrées commonly use hydrogenated oil.

Highly processed foodstuff typically adds sugar and whenever we eat it rarely do we think just how much sugar causes inflammation in our body.

Opportunely, by knowing this information can make it easier to value the importance of cutting down or completely eliminating added sugar in order to

decrease the pressure on the prostate gland.

The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends per day that men consume no more than 9-teaspoons of added sugar (150 calories), and women consume no more than 6-teaspoons of added sugar (100 calories).

The AHA developed these recommendations to help reduce heart disease, in addition to helping prevent problems with many other parts of the mind and body that can be injured from eating too much processed sugar.

For over fifty years, considerable world medical research focuses on preventing cancer, and during this same time span American eating patterns have to a large extent become quite unruly.

So, be mindful that cancer cells fuel their growth on processed sugar in the body, thereby giving good reason to live SugarAlert!

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The winning group presented their idea of a satiric music video at SouthBay Pavilion. They produced original music and created a trailer for their music video. They were awarded $750. In this picture (left to right) Patricia Mora, Marketing Coordinator for ITEP and Judge for the contest; Tamala Lewis, Senior Director of the StubHub Center Community Affairs and Stub Hub Center Foundation; Juan Cordova; Ahouston Thrower; Guillermo Ramos; Madison Loui; Xochilt Gonzalez; Cierra Gunderson; Julie Cruz, General Manager for SouthBay Pavilion.

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They’re presentation was upbeat, professional, and captivating.” Cheryl Roberts said. “The quirky visual effects they used and the work they put in to create a trailer for us was impressive.”

The second place winner presented a YouTube booth experience idea to book influencers for appearances in the mall with the goal to attract a young crowd.

The third place winner created a monthly eating contest featuring different eateries at SouthBay Pavilion.

“It was a breath of fresh air to witness high school students stand in front of their peers and present their ideas.” Julie Cruz stated.

“SouthBay Pavilion is proud to have given them an experience that they will always remember as they continue onto higher education.”

The marketing team at

SouthBay Pavilion stated that they will utilize multiple elements from the students’ presentations to develop a social media marketing campaign expected launch by Fall of 2017. “It was a pleasure to see their ideas evolve during the process.”

Sweeney Montinola, Marketing Director of SouthBay Pavilion said. “It was a proud moment to see all of the students arrive prepared and dressed professionally.”

SouthBay Pavilion plans to continue the partnership with ITEP next year. “I saw nervous students overcome their nerves; shy students become extroverts; and smiling faces of students who finally understood the importance of contextualized learning.” Fabian Campos, Program Manager at ITEP, stated. “ SouthBay Pavilion provided our students a professional opportunity seldom of us received while in high school.

Thank you!”

www.SugarAlert.com Dean Jones is an Ethics Advocate, Southland Partnership Corporation (a public benefit organization), contributing his view on certain aspects of foodstuff.

Advertise in the Carson Courier all new classified ad section.

For a limited time Carson residents can advertise for FREE!! email carsoncourier@yahoo.com for details.

SouthBay Pavillion Marketing Director, Sweeney Montinola address the students from Carson High School.

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StubHub Center Announces 2017 Pitch & Pale

Pitch & Pale, StubHub Center’s free admission summer concert series, has announced the artist lineup for all four concerts

Doug E. Fresh

Angie Fisher

DW3

CARSON, Calif. (Friday, May 12, 2017) – StubHub Center has announced this year’s lineup for the third edition of Pitch & Pale, a free summer concert series hosted on the first Friday of every month from June-September.

This year’s list of Pitch & Pale acts will include Bo Napoleon, The March, DW3, Angie Fisher, Doug E. Fresh, D-NICE and Slick Rick The Ruler.

Bo Napoleon and The March will kick off the summer series of live music at the first Pitch & Pale on Friday, June 2, with Slick Rick The Ruler and D-NICE set to host the “Labor Day Weekend 90’s Party” and Pitch & Pale finale on Friday, Sept. 1. DW3 and Angie Fisher will perform on Friday, July 7 and Doug E. Fresh will take the stage on Friday, Aug. 4

As is custom, parking and admission is free to all four Pitch & Pale concerts with award-winning food trucks and local craft beers on site. The concerts are also pet friendly, with a special dog area provided by Camp Run-A-Mutt. Doors to Pitch & Pale, located in the Southeast Entrance of StubHub Center, open at 5 p.m.

Pitch and Pale Dates and Acts: Friday, June 2nd, Bo Napoleon, The March. Friday, July 7th, DW3, and Angie Fisher. Friday, Aug 4th, Doug E. Fresh. Friday, September 1st, Slick Rick The Ruler, and D-Nice. Labor Day Weekend 90’s Party.

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Direct Sellers Wine Club Host A “Masquerade Wine Soiree in Carson”

The Direct Sellers Wine Club recently hosted a “Masquerade Wine Soiree” in Carson to introduce the attendees to the premium wine product and introduce a unique business opportunity.

A membership in the Direct Sellers Wine Club offers members the opportunity to receive free wine and earn additional weekly income.

Tania Covington

The event was held on Eddington Drive and was hosted by Tania Covington, Minon Miller, Roshelle Bailey, Jessica Nguyen, and Angela Ramsey.

The guest speaker was Nina Moorer, a national spokesperson for Direct Sellers. For more information about Direct Sellers contact Tania Covington at brasilania22@gmail.com.

Angela Ramsey, Jessica Nguyen, Minion Miller, Nina Moorer, Tania Covington and Debra Alston-Morrison.

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Brother’s Death Inspires Entrepreneur to Discover A Unique Gift

James Thomas

(Los Angeles, Ca. May 8, 2017) When Entrepreneur, Author and Motivational Speaker, James Thomas received a call in May 2016 that his younger brother was in the hospital and had brain surgery because he was found on the side of a South Central Los Angeles street, he had no idea the journey he was about to embark.

His brother had major head trauma and it was thought he had fallen off his bike and it was just a tragic accident.

It was later discovered he was hit in the head by a friend and left for dead. His broth-

er was in and out of a coma for more than a month and succumbed to his injuries on May 7, 2016.

This was devastating to Mr. Thomas and his family. To add to his heartache, his Pastor of 40 years transitioned the week before his brother. Mr. Thomas left his family at Rose Hills Memorial Park making arrangements for his brother to attend the funeral of his beloved pastor.

The only Pastor he ever known. One week later he would eulogize his brother.

This took a heavy toll on a man who had taught the Word of God to a worldwide audience

over the phone for more than 1,000 consecutive days.

He was looking for a way to cope when a friend suggested something he never expressed an interest in, painting. “When the suggestion was made to start painting, it irritated me more than anything.

I had no desire to paint anything� said Mr. Thomas.

However; he decided to do it not to relax, because he wanted to take his friendship to another level.

Mr. Thomas discovered not only was painting relaxing, he enjoyed it. He actually loved it. After posting a

painting on LinkedIn, he was contacted by a company that wanted to market one of his paintings for $10,000; however the painting they wanted had been sold and shipped to a customer in South Carolina.

The more he painted, the more he discovered he had a passion for abstract art and that people loved his paintings.

Mr. Thomas is now planning his first solo art show which will be an Art, Wine and Music event on June 11, 2017 in beautiful Playa Vista California.

Ricky Bernard Thomas

A few of the Abstract Paintings from Clayton Thomas Luxury aka James Thomas.

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Support Carson Area Businesses

Barry Waite, City of Carson Director of Business Development Department

By Sadie Kimbrew The local chamber of commerce promotes business networking with the overall goal of furthering the interest and growth of the business community.

The world's oldest English-speaking chamber of commerce took place in New York City, and dates back to 1768.

The Carson Chamber of Commerce was established in 1962, and the Carson Black Chamber of Commerce was established in 2006.

John Wogan is the President of the Carson Chamber of Commerce and Sadie JudgeKimbrew, is the President of the Carson Black Chamber of

Commerce.

We encourage you to join both organizations. The goal of both chambers is to help you increase your revenue.

Call John at 310-2174590 and Sadie 310-729-5627.

CONGRATULATIONS TO KEATON JOHNSON-21 YEARS OLD KEN’S ICE CREAM NEW OWNER 18906 S. AVALON, CARSON, CA 90745 310-324-7704 KEEPING THE BUSINESS IN THE FAMILY AND IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

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