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Should there be armed police in Pittsburgh Public Schools?

Chief promises ‘eye-opening’ presentation at Oct. 22 hearing

by Christian Morrow Courier Staff Writer

Three weeks ago, while taking part in a Pittsburgh Public Schools board workshop on the possibility of arming his officers, PPS police Chief George Brown listened as three school board members and a represen-

tative from the American Civil Liberties Union either implied—or said directly—that if his officers were armed, they would shoot students, most likely Black students.

Chief Brown is African American, as are many of his 22 officers, half of which also serve as municipal offi-

“They need to know some things. I’m asked to set up security programs of districts all the time. I was just up in Grove City making a presentation to 30 school districts and got a standing ovation. But at home, I get this. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of another organization insulting its employees like that.”

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cers outside the city and all of whom went through police academy training and are weapons-certified.

In an exclusive interview with the New Pittsburgh Courier, Oct. 15, Chief Brown said some of the board members are intentionally conflating incidents like the East Pittsburgh Officer Michael Rosfeld shooting of Antwon Rose II with armed school police protecting students and staff from SEE POLICE A10

African American Chamber celebrates 20 years of service

The Power of HBCUs

by Christian Morrow Courier Staff Writer

HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS gather at CCAC’s Allegheny campus for the HBCU college fair, Oct. 11. (Photo by J.L. Martello)

More Black students want to attend Black colleges

by Rob Taylor Jr. and Christian Morrow Courier Staff Writers

Before Spike Lee was a household name as an acclaimed film director whose movies have made people think, cry, laugh and…yes, think, Lee was one of the hundreds of thousands who attended—and graduated—from an HBCU. Morehouse College was Lee’s Historically Black College/University of

choice, graduating in the late ‘70s.

Lee’s friend, Samuel L. Jackson, actually preceded Lee, obtaining his B.A. from Morehouse College in Atlanta in 1972.

Back in those days, Jackson wasn’t battling “Snakes on a Plane,” starring in “Pulp Fiction” or playing “Coach Carter”—he was enjoying and loving his time learning with other African American students, in a predominately-Black atmosphere at an HBCU.

And decades later, HBCUs are still hot, beaming with Black—and sometimes, White—students who want to have that unique Black College Experience—you just won’t find it at mainstream colleges like Pitt, Penn State, Duquesne or Ohio State.

“I think it’s the vibe,” said Aria White, a senior at Allderdice High School. “Even though (HBCUs) are not as diverse, it’s diverse with different Black people.”

White made these com-

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ments during Pittsburgh Public Schools’ first “Get on the Bus College Fair,” where representatives from HBCUs were bused to Pittsburgh Obama and Westinghouse high schools, Oct. 11, to meet students where they are—their own schools.

HBCUs in attendance included Coppin State, Morgan State, Dillard University, Jackson SEE HBCUs A4

“We also paid homage to members who have passed, and we recognized the women of the chamber,” said Williams.

“But it was kind of surreal because when I spoke about the programming we’d put together like the diabetes series we did— Highmark CEO David Holmberg walks in. I talk about corporate en-

Twenty years ago, a group of Black businessmen hit on the idea of forming an African American Chamber of Commerce to help grow small businesses and foster relationships among them, and with the corporate and public sectors. It was chartered in 1998 and hasn’t looked back—until last week, when the Rivers Club hosted a celebration of those 20 years.

Doris Carson Williams, who was hired away from the Carnegie Museums to be the chamber’s first director— now president and CEO—said the evening was very special because she got to see old friends and members that DORIS CARSON WILLIAMS she hasn’t seen for some time.

Samuel Stephenson, the gagement—Frank Coonelly chamber’s first board chair from the Pirates walks in. and the current chair, gave But CCAC President Quina brief history of the orga- tin Bullock took it over the nization’s formation. Chuck top talking about our Junior Powell, formerly with the Chamber of Commerce beUrban Redevelopment Au- cause he had testimonials thority, spoke about the from the kids.”

Also in attendance were politics involved and about mimicking a successful mod- the current and former Alel developed in Atlanta, and legheny County executives, Chester Engineers founder the mayor, the former diRobert Agbede spoke about rector of the federal Mihis search for a director and SEE CHAMBER A4 hiring Williams.

Chris Moore joins the Silver Circle Society Inducted at 2018 Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards

by Genea L. Webb For New Pittsburgh Courier

For more than four decades veteran broadcaster Christopher T. Moore has made Pittsburghers think about social issues with his colorful commentary on WQED, PCNC and KDKA Radio.

The Grambling State University graduate, who hails from Little Rock, Arkansas, was awarded for his years of dedicated service by being inducted into the Silver Circle

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“What spoke to me was the fact that they expect you to be a respected mentor and a creative contributor,” said Moore, an Emmy Award-winning host, documentarian and producer. “Those are two things I’ve done with the diligence they are looking for. I’m glad to have mentored a lot of people, I’m still doing stuff like that today.”

The Silver Circle Society is an honor society for those who have made contributions in

the broadcast industry for 25 years or more. He received the award on Oct. 13 in Philadelphia by the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

Also inducted into the Silver Circle Society with Moore were Bill Wallace, lead photographer at WPSU Penn State; Mark Hiller, anchor, reporter, and producer at WBRE in Wilkes-Barre; Kim Lemon, news anchor at WGAL in Lancaster; Sue Serio, Good Day Philadelphia weather anchor

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at Fox29 in Philadelphia; Ray Tipton, producer and director at NBC Sports in Philadelphia; and James DePury, retired news director at WPMT in York and WBRE in Wilkes-Barre.

To make the event even more special, Moore’s wife, Joyce Meggerson-Moore, arranged a surprise dinner that included longtime friends from high school who traveled from California, Atlanta and Little Rock, including his buddy from the Vietnam War. “It was this table full of people and we just laughed and SEE MOORE A10

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This Week In Black History

Week of October 17-23 October 17 1720—Jupiter Hammon, the first Black American poet, is born in slavery. He was a Calvinist and self-edby Tom Odula ucated writer.

Associated Press Writer 1787—Led by Black Mason Prince Hall, free Boston Blacks petition the Massachusetts legislature for NAIROBI, Kenya (AP)—Popular young equal school facilities for African-American children. opposition leaders from East Africa are In addition to spreading Freemasonry among Blacks, uniting with like-minded colleagues in Hall became the most West and Southern Africa to form a moveprominent Black leader ment to challenge the misrule that has of the period. For plagued the continent. reasons which are not Kenyan legislator Babu Owino said entirely clear, records JUPITER HAMMON in a talk late Friday with Ugandan show there were at pop star-turned-opposition figure Bobi least 21 men named “Prince Hall” living in MassachuWine (whose real name is Robert Kyasetts at the time. gulanyi Ssentamu) and Kenyan activIn this photo taken on Friday Oct. 12, Kyadondo 1871—President Ulysses Grant suspends the writ ist-turned-politician Boniface Mwangi MP Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine smiles, of habeas corpus in nine South Carolina counties in orthat they are reaching out to South during a visit to Nairobi, Kenya. (AP Photo/Brian der to combat a Ku Klux Klan terror campaign against Africa’s Julius Malema and Zimbabwe’s Inganga) Blacks and some progressive Whites. Grant pretty Nelson Chamisa, among others. much crushed the Klan during this period. It would Mwangi said despite Africa’s people There’s a deliberate effort in Africa by not rise again until the 1920s. mostly being young, the majority of the senior politicians to distance youth from 1888—The nation’s first continent’s leadership was elderly. politics and governance, yet 70 percent Black bank—Capital “Who are they speaking for?

They are of the continent’s population is below the Savings—is chartered stealing, looting and borrowing heavily,” age of 35, said Ssentamu.

PRINCE HALL in Washington, D.C., by said Mwangi.

Ssentamu, a lawmaker since last year, a group known as the Order of the True Reformers. The He urged young people to actively ensays he’s fighting for freedom from opnow little known, but once influential group set up chapgage in politics, run for office and make pression and wants 74-year-old Ugandan ters throughout the South and advocated Black self-help changes from within rather than simply President Yoweri Museveni, in power and the starting of Black-owned businesses. The founder complaining from the outside. since 1986, to retire. was William Washington Browne—a Methodist Minister “Silence makes them think you are not Ssentamu is facing treason charges in from Richmond, Va. feeling the pain,” he said.

Uganda after being arrested and tortured 1928—Historian and Ebony magazine editor Lerone Mwangi, who last year lost his first atfor allegedly organizing the stoning of the Bennett Jr. is born. His best known book is “Before the tempt running for a legislative seat, said presidential motorcade. young people must not be afraid to lose in Mayflower.”

The government denies allegations that 1956—Physician and astronaut Mae Jamison is born politics because it’s a learning process.

Ssentamu was tortured. Ssentamu said DR. MAE JEMISON in Decatur, Ala. “When you are young, they can break he was happy to speak freely in Kenya 1969—Dr. Clifton R. Wharton becomes the your bones but not your spirit. It’s time to because in Uganda police would violently first Black in the 20th century to head a major, break bones!” he declared. disperse any of his public meetings. He predominantly White university when he is Ssentamu also urged young people not to said never wanted to become a politician named president of Michigan State University. get discouraged about making their voices but he felt he had been complaining for October 18 count.

“When you fall, get up and walk. too long.

1917—“Dizzy” Gillespie, bandleader and pioClean yourself on the way,” he advised.

“I wanted to act,” he said. neer of “B-bop Jazz,” is born John Birks Gillespie in Cheraw, S.C. 1945—Actor, singer, activist and socialist Paul Robeson receives JOHN BIRKS ‘DIZZY’ GILESPIE the NAACP’s prestigious Spingarn Medal for his artistic achievements. Robeson would be hounded by the U.S. government because of his leftist leanings. He was labeled and abuse of office. a communist, blocked from working in America and later

by Gerald Imray Saturday’s announcement denied a passport so he could not travel to Europe to work.

Associated Press Writer implicated one of Kenya’s 1951—Novelist Terry McMillan is born in Port Huron, most revered runners.

Kenyan distance-runMich.

Keino’s gold in the 1,500 ning great Kip Keino is October 19 meters at the 1968 Mexico one of seven suspects in a 1859—Co-founder of West PAUL ROBESON Olympics—50 years ago corruption investigation Virginia State College, Byrd now—paved the way for and has been ordered to Prillerman, is born. He became one of the state’s decades of dominance by report to police by the end most prominent educators Kenyan distance runners. of Monday to face charges 1870—The first African-Americans elected to the U.S. He was named in track and of embezzlement and the House of Representatives came from South Carolina: field’s international hall of misappropriation of more Joseph H. Rainey, Robert C. Delarge, and Robert fame in its inaugural year than $545,000.

B. Elliott. Rainey was in 2012 alongside the likes The two-time Olympic actually seated first and TERRY MCMILLAN of Jesse Owens, Carl Lewis champion and honorary thus became the first and Sebastian Coe, the cur- African-American sworn in as a member of Congress. A member of the Internationrent president of the IAAF. portrait in his honor was finally placed in the U.S. Capial Olympic Committee is Keino was also honored accused of playing a role tol Building in 2006. at the opening ceremony in the misuse of money KIP KEINO (AP Photo/File) 1894—Henry Ossawa Tanner wins the Medal of at the 2016 Rio Games, meant for Kenyan athletes Honor at the Paris Expositions for his paintings. He was officials who worked under the first recipient of the at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro the first African-American painter to gain international him.

Olympic Laurel award Olympics, when he was acclaim for his works. Tanner was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. The seven are all accused for service to the Olympic chairman of the Kenyan In fact, he eventually moved to Paris because of oppoof embezzling more than movement.

Olympic committee. sition to a Black artist in the United States. His most $200,000, wasting more Now, he and the othThe money was part of famous painting is “The Banjo Player.” ers have until the end of more than $5 million given than $150,000 on unused October 20 Monday to report to the to Keino’s Olympic commit- air tickets to Rio, overpay1898—The North Caring allowances amounting headquarters of the DCI or tee by the Kenyan governolina Mutual And Provto nearly $150,000 and warrants will be issued for ment to fund Team Kenya ident Insurance Co. is THE BANJO by HENRY incurring tens of thousands their arrests. in Rio. founded by a group led by OSSAWA TANNER of dollars of other expenKeino has not responded But prosecutors allege John Merrick. The compaditure on “unauthorized to the accusations.

Keino was at the head of ny grows into the largest In August, Kenyan athletan Olympic committee rife persons.”

Black-owned insurance firm in America.

Director of public proseics federation secretary with corruption.

1904—Enolia P. McMillan is born. She becomes first cutions Noordin Haji said general and IAAF CounThe 78-year-old Keino female president of the NAACP. the directorate of criminal cil member David Okeyo was one of seven former October 21 investigations (DCI), a was banned for life by Olympic and government 1865—Jamaican national hero and independence world track and field body officials named as suspects special crimes unit, had advocate, George William been investigating since the IAAF for embezzling in the investigation. Two Gordon, is unjustly arrested hundreds of thousands of other high-ranking former late 2016. After nearly and sentenced to death for his GEORGE WILLIAM GORDON two years, Haji said he dollars of sponsorship monKenyan Olympic commitstruggle to free the Caribbean was “satisfied that there is ey paid to his federation by island nation from White minority rule. The son of a White tee officials were named, sufficient evidence” to now Nike. as was the former Kenyan man and a Black slave woman, Gordon is considered one of charge the seven with mulPublic prosecutor Haji minister of sport, Hassan Jamaica’s most significant national heroes. tiple counts of corruption said he had also ordered Wario, and three ministry 1950—Earl Lloyd becomes first Black person to play in an further investigations into NBA game. the Olympic committee’s 1994—Dexter King, youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther use of its Nike sponsorship King Jr., is named head of SCLC—an organization founded money. by his slain father. Ironically, Dexter’s sister Rev. Bernice King would later be named to head the civil rights group.

October 22 THE 1906—Three thousand Blacks NEW PITTSBURGH DEXTER KING demonstrated and rioted in PhilCOURIER adelphia to protest a theatrical PUBLISHING COMPANY production of Thomas Dixon’s racist play—“The Clansman.” The play essentially praised the Ku Klux Klan while demeaning Blacks.

Publication No.: USPS 381940 1936—Black Panther Party co-founder Bobby Seale is 315 East Carson Street born in Dallas, Texas.

Pittsburgh, PA 15219 1953—Clarence S. Green becomes the first African-American certified as a neurological surgeon.

Phone: 412-481-8302 2009—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Fax: 412-481-1360 issues a devastating report showing the number of new HIV/ AIDS infections was declining for all population groups—exThe cept homosexual males, which the CDC refers to as MSM— BOBBY SEALE New Pittsburgh Courier men who have sex with men. Among MSMs, the highest infection rate was found among young Black males aged 13 to 24. is published weekly October 23 1775—The Continental Congress approves a resperiodicals olution barring free Blacks from the army fighting paid at Pittsburgh, Pa. for American independence from England. The PRICE $1.00 resolution came even though many free Blacks were already fighting in the war. The motive behind the reso(Payable in advance) lution came from Southern slave colonies which feared that by fighting in the war for American independence, 6 Months.....$25 Blacks would also demand an end to slavery.

1911—The National Urban League is formed. Next 1 Year....$45 only to the NAACP, it becomes the second oldest and 2 Years...$85 second largest Black self-help organization in America.

It grew out of the spontaneous 20th-Century Freedom 9 Month School Rate $35 Movement for freedom and opportunity that came to be called the Black Migrations. Central to the organizaPOSTMASTER: Send tion’s founding were two remarkable people: Mrs. Ruth address changes to: Standish Baldwin and Dr. George Edmund Haynes, who would become the Committee’s first executive secretary.

New Pittsburgh Courier 1947—The NAACP files an “Appeal To The World” GEORGE EDMUND HAYNES 315 East Carson Street with the newly found United Nations concerning racial injustice in America. For its day, the filing was a bold move on the part of the NAACP Pittsburgh, PA 15219 and it angered many liberal and conservative Whites.

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all Americans are Black.

And last year, Trump’s first in office, the income gap between Whites and Blacks widened slightly. typical African-Amerby Errin Haines Whack The ican household earned Associated Press Writer $40,258, down 0.2 percent from a year earlier, while PHILADELPHIA (AP) White households saw an —It’s one of President income gain of 2.6 percent, Donald Trump’s favorite to $68,145. talking points in promotThe racial wealth gap ing his administration’s success: the record low rate has also worsened even as unemployment rates have of Black unemployment. come down. The median But on a recent sunny net worth of a White houseafternoon in Vernon Park hold was 10 times that of in Philadelphia’s Germana Black household in 2016, town neighborhood, that the latest data available. victory seemed hollow.

That’s up from seven times As children laughed on in 2004. the playground, several Perry noted that the naBlack men—some out of work, others homeless—sat tional unemployment rate doesn’t take into account or slept on benches nearunderperforming geographby. Similar scenes play ic regions or demographic out across America and groups. are backed by data that “What does full employcounter the positive picture Trump often paints in cam- ment mean to a Black man in Baltimore? To paign-style rallies before youth in Chicago?” Perry largely White audiences. said. “What are you doing When asked what he to bring opportunities to makes of Trump’s claim Black neighborhoods, to that Black Americans are faring better under his ad- create wealth? I don’t see those signs of the economy.” ministration, construction Philadelphia City Councompany owner and Gercilwoman Cindy Bass, mantown resident Carlwhose district includes ton Washington replied, Germantown, remembers “Where at? Calabasas?” shopping with her famThe retort was a reference ily as a child along the to controversial rapper neighborhood’s then-main Kanye West, who had economic corridor, where lunch with Trump at the residents could buy food, White House on Thursday get their hair done and afternoon. Over roasted chicken, fingerling potatoes find a pair of sneakers or a new outfit all within a few and sauteed asparagus, blocks during the 1970s the two discussed crime and 1980s. in Chicago, more possible The area is much different presidential pardons, job today, with less activity and creation and the Black fewer businesses and the unemployment rate. jobs that came with them.

According to the Bureau “I don’t know what he’s of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for Black claiming credit for,” said Bass, looking toward Americans in September was 6 percent. That’s down Germantown and Chelten from a high of 21.2 percent avenues. “His numbers are in January 1983, but is still fake news, as far as I’m concerned.” nearly double the overall Bass said Trump’s continnational unemployment rate of 3.7 percent. The un- ued assertion that Black employment rate belies the America is recovering is an insult. on-the-ground reality for “People are struggling, many African Americans, and to not give any sort of according to experts. recognition of that, and to “The rates are improvsay that everything’s OK, ing. There’s a question of everybody’s working, evwhether his policies created that improvement,” said erybody’s doing well, is just not true. When you look Andre Perry of the Brookat our communities, you ings Institution, whose see something completely research focuses on Black communities. “My question different. When was the last time he’s been to any is: What kind of jobs are neighborhood that is even people working in?”

While Black employment similar to a Germantown?”

In Germantown, a neighmay have improved, that borhood that is 80 percent hasn’t translated into Black, the median income broader economic gains. is $28,046, less than half That’s partly because African-Americans are still the national average, according to the census. The disproportionately toiling in lower-quality jobs. Black poverty rate is 34 percent, nearly three times the napeople make up roughly tional rate of 12.7 percent. one-fifth of those working More than 20 percent of in temporary jobs, a figure residents make less than that hasn’t changed much in the past five years, even $10,000, and 60 percent of families live on less than as the economy has im$50,000. proved. Just 12 percent of

ROYAL COUPLE—Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smile as they wait for the bridal procession at the wedding of Princess Eugenie of York and Jack Brooksbank in St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, near London, Oct. 12. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant, Pool)

Prince Harry, Meghan expecting child in spring LONDON (AP)—Prince Harry and his wife the Duchess of Sussex are expecting a child in the spring, Kensington Palace said Monday.

The announcement came as Harry and the former Meghan Markle arrived in Sydney at the start of a 16day visit to Australia, Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand.

Hundreds of people gathered to catch a glimpse of the couple after they landed.

“Their royal highnesses

have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public,” the palace said in a statement.

The trip will include attending the Invictus Games, a visit to a Sydney zoo and visit the rural Flying Doctor service.

The prince and the former actress married in a glittering service in Windsor in May.

WHITE HOUSE MEETING—President Donald Trump meets with rapper Kanye West and former football player Jim Brown in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 11, in Washington. (AP Photro/Evan Vucci) That number obscures those who have dropped out of the labor market, who are doing cash-only jobs or who have gone underground. Carlton Washington sees many of them in his business and teen mentoring program.

The 36-year-old lifelong Philadelphian learned construction from his mentor and tries to help those he can. In addition to his regular crew of about 10 workers, he has

a list of about 50 unemployed or underemployed men who could help out at job sites.

“If they’re not available, I just go throughout the neighborhood and try to find guys to put a little money in their pocket for the day,” Washington said, adding that a day’s work might earn $50 to $60 for tasks ranging from demolition to more skilled labor like electrical work, plumbing or carpentry.

“It’s not much. By the time you drive to the job site and get back, that’s probably spent on a couple of groceries for dinner that night and gas,” Washington said. “All of them have families, are married, have multiple children. As much as you want to help them, it’s really no help.”

Washington said he would like to see Trump visit a neighborhood like his the next time he holds a rally in a state with a major city,

to see what he sees on the ground, every day.

“Sitting in this park, we’re talking about the middle of the day, and about 20 people are sitting here unemployed, drinking, drowning their misery,” Washington said. “He’s not coming to these areas, so to even speak on the Black unemployment rate. It’s almost like an NFL player speaking on something going on in baseball. You don’t play baseball.”

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The Power of HBCUs

More Black students want to attend Black colleges HBCUs FROM A1

force, Alabama State, Clark Atlanta, and St. Augustine, among others.

“I’m a product of an HBCU (Florida A&M University), we’re the ones that mold, cultivate, embrace our students, give them that cultural experience that they would not experience anywhere else,” said Monika Pugh, director for school counselors at PPS, and the lead organizer for the college fair. “We thought it was important to bring them (the representatives) to the students, because we have to meet them where they are. This is their home. This is where they’re comfortable at, and so this is where we can sell these schools the most is right here,” Pugh said as she watched students peruse the tables full of HBCU representatives inside the Westinghouse school gymnasium.

Kyle McEnheimer, for the most part, spent his entire life in Pittsburgh, graduating from Perry Traditional Academy in 2008. Then he attended Alabama State University in Montgomery, some 840 miles away. “Going down to an HBCU is something I will never regret,” McEnheimer told the New Pittsburgh Courier. “I

think it was an experience all African American men and females should experience at least once in their life,” even if it’s just attending a football game, he said.

“There’s nothing like an HBCU experience, in my opinion.”

That’s why McEnheimer was among the most vocal advocates of HBCUs as a representative for Alabama State during the PPS college fair. Sporting a leather jacket with Alabama State’s signature Old Gold-colored “A” on the front, the 2013 ASU grad told students like Kiara Gill the benefits of attending an HBCU. Gill, a senior at Allderdice, told the Courier her schooling has been in “predominately-White schools,” though she labeled Allderdice as “very diverse.”

Diverse, yes. But in Gill’s CAS classes (Center of Advanced Studies) at Allderdice, she said she’s “one of three or one of two African Americans in the class, so I would like to see more of my own people getting the same education as me.”

So it looks like Gill’s next step after high school graduation will be an HBCU, where she wants to major in political science, go into law and have her own law

firm. “For once I would try to go somewhere,” Gill said, “where I can be encouraged by my other Black fellows and we could all just strive for greatness and achieve together.”

Ebony Pugh, public information officer for Pittsburgh Public Schools, told the Courier that part one of the college fair, held at Obama, featured students not only from Obama, but other PPS students bused in from Brashear, CAPA, Perry and Milliones/University Prep. During part two of the college fair, held at Westinghouse, students were bused there from Allderdice, Carrick and SciTech. *** It was here in Pennsylvania where the first Black college was born—Cheyney University, in Cheyney, in 1837. Closer to home—the North Side, to be exact— was Avery College, founded

by Charles Avery in 1849 to educate Black students.

(The college ceased in 1873). Then came Lincoln University (1854) in Chester County, near Philadelphia. The African Methodist Episcopal Church established Wilberforce University near Dayton, Ohio, two years later.

THE HBCU COLLEGE FAIR AT WESTINGHOUSE—Rodkeem Byrd and Garnett Brock, seniors at Westinghouse High School, with Shanice Pereira, admissions officer at Morgan State University. (Photo by Rob Taylor Jr.) Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina, was the first Black college to be established in the South following the Civil War. Since then, of course, the number of colleges geared specifically to educate African Americans doubled, tripled, quadrupled. At one point, there were 121 federally-recognized HBCU institutions in the U.S. The number now stands at 101.

According to the Pew Research Center, enrollment at HBCUs reached 327,000 in 2010. That number was steadily on the rise from 1980 (234,000 students), 1990 (257,000), and 2000 (276,000). In 2015, HBCU enrollment was 293,000 students.

Colleges like Howard, Hampton and Grambling State have name recognition, but it’s St. Philip’s College in San Antonio that has the highest HBCU enrollment (11,200 students in 2015). Next highest is North Carolina A&T State in Greensboro (10,900) and Howard in Washington, D.C. (10,000).

The Pew Research Center

also reports that in 2015, HBCUs accounted for 15 percent of all Black students who earned a bachelor’s degree in the U.S. (27,000 degrees).

But non-Black students are increasingly finding a home at Black colleges and universities. The Hispanic percentage stands at 4.6 percent in 2015. When Whites, Asians or Pacific Islanders were included, the percentage of those students at all HBCUs was 17 percent in 2015. That number has jumped to 23 percent today, according to the National Center for Education Statistics.

There are even some HBCUs that are majority-White—look no further than a few hours south of Pittsburgh, to just outside of Charleston, West Virginia, the home of West Virginia State University. Originally known as the West Virginia Colored Institute, today it sports just a 10 percent Black student population. Bluefield State College, also in West Virginia, has just under a 13 percent Black student population.

At one time, Bluefield State College was also known as a “Colored Institute.”

Even at the many HBCUs that are majority-Black, astute college football fans will note that the kickers on the football teams of HBCUs are, for the most part, White or Latino. The New York Times reported this month that North Carolina Central, Delaware State, Grambling State, Alabama A&M and Arkansas-Pine Bluff has kickers (for field goals, extra points or punts) that are non-Black.

And consequently, when the TV is turned on and the NFL games are center-stage, the kickers on the 32 professional teams are, with no doubt, non-Black— except one: Marquette King of the Denver Broncos and formerly of the Oakland Raiders. King was a punter when he played at Fort Valley State University, a Division II HBCU football program. *** DeAndre Gordon wasn’t specifically interested in SEE HBCUs A5

HBCU AT CCAC—Keisha Boone and Sheila McGee, from Youngstown, speaking with Ezra Johnson with Wilberforce University in Ohio. (Photo by J.L. Martello)

KYLE MCENHEIMER, representing Alabama State University, speaks with Allderdice senior Kiara Gill, far right, about the benefits of attending an HBCU. (Photo by Rob Taylor Jr.)

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nority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise, among others. Greg Spencer, the chamber’s second chair, talked about its importance both from the standpoint of a executive at EQT and as the owner of a small business.

What does Williams remember about the last 20 years?

“I remember thinking I’d do this for three or four years and go back to the corporate world. I didn’t realize that once you’re in it, you’re in it. People will make promises based on you, so you have to follow through. Hopefully we made a difference from small businesses that what it was about,” she said.

“The fun part was engaging the corporate community, getting them involved— because you had to sell it.

The hard part was raising the money. I’d not had to do that before, but I learned how and had good people to help me—building relationships and never missing an opportunity to say thanks.”

And as the evening closed, she did just that, recognizing New Pittsburgh Courier Editor and Publisher Rod Doss for the paper’s support over the years.

“Where would we be without the Black Press,” she said. “Rod was there from the beginning—our first event had H.J. Russell from Atlanta. Rod was the first to cover our story.”

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Steve Harvey Morning Show to be removed from WAMO lineup “The Breakfast Club” begins airing in Pittsburgh, Oct. 22

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that as of Monday, Oct. 22, the Steve Harvey Morning Show will no longer air on WAMO-FM (100.1, 107.3).

Station management/ ownership has decided to replace the Steve Harvey Morning Show with The Breakfast Club, a popular hip-hop lifestyle-oriented show featuring personalities Charlamagne Tha God, Angela Yee and DJ Envy.

The show will air weekday mornings from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.

“It’s our goal at WAMO to keep things fresh, new, and bring excitement to the City of Pittsburgh.

The Breakfast Club is the number one hip-hop radio

show in the country,” Louis Wingfield, WAMO Operations Manager, told the New Pittsburgh Courier in an exclusive interview, Oct. 16. “It would only be right if we add this…to give Pittsburgh something to be excited about. Aside from the controversy, they bring so much light to what’s going on in our culture.”

Harvey’s show, a nationally-syndicated morning entity with, among others, Shirley Strawberry, Nephew Tommy and J. Anthony Brown as co-hosts, had aired on WAMO 106.7 FM from September 2006 until the station’s closure in 2009.

When Martz Communications owner Tim Martz launched WAMO (660 AM, 100.1 FM) in 2011, Harvey’s show was not part of the original lineup in favor of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show.

But eventually, Harvey’s show returned to the lineup, though the music played during Harvey’s

STEVE HARVEY’S morning show began airing in Pittsburgh in 2006. (AP PHOTO) show is geared toward a more Urban Adult audience. WAMO’s hip-hop format is played at all other times except for Sunday mornings and evenings.

“Steve Harvey was not canceled because they did anything wrong at all,” Wingfield told the Couri-

er. “We have truly enjoyed our partnership with Steve Harvey. It’s just a matter of changing things up. We don’t like to stay the same and keep doing things exactly the same. We are confident that the City of Pittsburgh will truly enjoy The Breakfast Club.”

Other changes at WAMO include the removal of the “Sweat Hotel” show, hosted by R&B singer Keith Sweat, which aired Sundays from 7 p.m. to midnight, playing slow jams. In its place is “Sunday Night Slow Jams with R-Dub,” from 8 p.m. to midnight.

“The Quiet Storm” slow jams show with R-Dub will air Monday to Thursday nights from 10 p.m. to midnight.

WAMO has also introduced a new program director, Jonathan Steele, known on-air as DJ Miracle. He will be WAMO’s new afternoon personality from 3 to 7 p.m.

“Mr. Steele has a dynamic personality, and passion for

radio that make him a joy to be around,” station owner Martz said in a press release. “It is my belief that, working side by side with Jamal (Woodson, WAMO general manager) and his team in Pittsburgh, he will bring WAMO 100 to new

Ki” Brown from noon to 3 p.m.

Brown was a New Pittsburgh Courier “Woman of Excellence” in 2018, honored during an Oct. 12 reception at the Wyndham Hotel.

Mike Dean, a Perry Tra-

THE BREAKFAST CLUB—Angela Yee, DJ Envy, Charlamagne Tha God heights.”

Portia Foxx is on air from 10 a.m. to noon weekdays, followed by LaKeisha “Ki

ditional Academy graduate, hosts the evening show from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. weeknights.

More Black students want to attend Black colleges HBCUs FROM A4

transferring to an HBCU from Community College of Allegheny County, but when he found himself in front of more than 20 HBCU recruiters, he had a change of heart.

Within minutes, he had been accepted to St. Augustine’s University in South Carolina.

“I want to go to a small school that’s artistic where I can complete my marketing studies,” Gordon told the Courier, as the HBCU representatives finished the day with a stop at CCAC’s Allegheny campus for the college students there. “I’m interested in the music industry—but the

back end, the production part of the business. So, I’m waiting to hear back from other places I’ve applied.

But, getting accepted on the spot—it’s great.”

It might be. St. Augustine’s admissions counselor Samantha Ramirez described it as a liberal arts university known for its Business Management and Technology, and its Public Health schools.

It also offers an array of grants that can cut the cost of attending in half—and one of them is specifically for community college students.

“That’s my selling point,” she said. “And based on their transcripts, as you

see, I can accept students on the spot. Some of the other recruiters here are able to offers scholarships.

I don’t quite have that authority.”

But Ezra Johnson, admissions counselor for Wilberforce University in Ohio, does, and bedecked in an attention-getting “Wakanda Forever” sweatshirt, he did offer scholarships— more than once.

“I gave out four full-ride scholarships today, so far.

Those went to students with a 3.8 GPA or higher and either a 26 on the ACT or 1200 on the SAT,” Johnson said. “This is a great event bringing us all together like this…This is our first time

here, so part of this trip is about seeing what relationships we can build with CCAC. We’re only three hours away, so this could be a great area for us.”

For Keiasha Boone and Sheila McGee, the HBCU tour was very beneficial.

They drove to CCAC from Eastern Gateway Community College in Steubenville, Ohio, for the event. They said their history teacher, Julian Walker, put the trip together.

“I’m interested in studying criminal justice,” said Boone. “To see so many different colleges, It’s great.

I’ve never been to anything like this.”

McGee agreed.

“It’s definitely an experience,” she said. “I’m interested in social work, for people with Multiple Chronic Disease. So, it’s great to see what all these colleges and universities have to offer.”

Walker said he wanted his students to learn about what HBCUs are and what they can offer.

“Some students don’t know about HBCUs and why they were founded,” he said. “Our campus is largely urban and largely African American, and they often need more supports. Well, back in the day HBCUs took people who didn’t have a lot, so they built those

structures, and they have stayed true to providing service to underserved populations.”

Christopher Robinson, the associate professor who organized the fair at CCAC, Oct. 11, agreed, as he pulled double duty manning the desk of his alma mater, Jackson State.

“Pennsylvania is home of some of the oldest HBCUs in the nation, and one of the first, Avery College, was right here in Pittsburgh,” he said. “There’s a generational gap where young students are unfamiliar with HBCUs—we’re trying to re-establish that familiarity.”

LIFESTYLES New Pittsburgh Courier

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Debbie Norrell

Lifestyles Report S’Liberty update I saw what sounded like a very cool event on Facebook. It sounded like a sale of vintage clothing and previously owned items. It was held at the Ace Hotel in East Liberty last Sunday. I grabbed a friend and we cruised through the sale. Yes, the clothing was vintage but the prices were out of my used clothing budget.

So I jumped in my car to head to another location and that is when I spotted the sign for the Milkshake Factory right next to Honeygrow. I have been to Honeygrow and I like it but I really like the Milkshake Factory, I’ve been to the South Side location and the one on Fifth Avenue Downtown.

Sharing information is my thing so I posted the news about the Milkshake Factory on Facebook; some of the responses surprised me.

One friend told me they no longer feel comfortable in East Liberty or what we always referred to as S’Liberty. They didn’t say why they don’t feel comfortable but I suspected that it’s due to the gentrification of the area, the high-end townhouses and the expensive apartments that are reaching out to a clientele that is quite different from the East Liberty we knew growing up. Most of my friends grew up with a 15206 zip code, which is the East Liberty/East Side zip code. Our churches are in East Liberty, Lemington School has a 15206 zip code and so does the Lincoln/Larimer area. I may not be able to afford the $300,000 townhomes but I am going to visit the stores and enjoy that area.

I spent over 50 years of my life in 15206 and I won’t be chased out.

One of the other Facebook comments said, “I don’t want to give the White man my money.”

Well this one really baffled me, I asked who are you giving your money to when you go to Ross Park Mall, The Block, South Hills Village and Monroeville Mall?

They told me I had a good point. So I got to thinking that perhaps I should do a walking tour of the “new” East Liberty and invite some people along. I have not worked out all of the details but I want to do it before it gets too cold. I may rent a van and we will explore the new stores in the area, grab a bite, have a milkshake and “show our faces.”

I don’t want the stores and businesses to get comfortable to the point that they think we have been driven away.

Really, I am surprised at the attitude of some people who have no problem shopping in Nordstrom’s, Saks or Neiman Marcus but don’t want to go to the old neighborhood where they grew up, where they went to the movies and shopped at Sears (now the location of Home Depot).

These new businesses in some cases are in walking distance from your home or your church. I say check them out and see what they have to offer.

Watch this column... the walking tour will be announced here.

ALLEN PLACE BOARD MEMBERS—Chentis and Margaret Petti- TRIBUTE TO SAM COOKE— ALLEN PLACE COMMUNITY CENTER FOUNDERS —Jerry Ann and grew (Photos by Debbie Norrell) Walt Maddox Milton Allen

Community Center Inc. Vintage Gold ‘Prom’ Gala 2018 PROM Gala was held on Sept. 23 at the Marriott City Center with a theme of “Building a Culture of Health in the Church and Community.”

With Winifred and Frank Torbert as mistress and master of ceremonies, more than 200 guests enjoyed a great evening where honorees, staff, volunteers and sponsors were recognized for their strength, support and dedication to Allen Place Community Services. You can’t have a prom without music and Walt Maddox was on board with a tribute to Sam Cooke, also the Southern Comfort Band provided great end-of-evening dance music.

This year’s distinguished Community Service Awards were presented in the following categories—Lifetime Achievement Awards recipients: Bernice Brady, Beatrice Coleman, Saundra Goggins, Alethia Hamm and Amy Stephenson.

Darlene James received the Service Excellence Award and Rev. Glen Loper received the Humanitarian Award. The Community Health Champion Award Recipients included: Ruth Bass, Barbara MISTRESS & MASTER OF CEREMONIES—Winifred and Frank Torbert Crosby, Linda Fleming-Heath, Debra Hockett,

by Debbie Norrell Michelle Jones, Wilma Keys, Lifestyles Editor Harry ManWhen most people hear ley and Jessica the word prom they think Wimbush. Jerry about the formal celebraand Milton Allen tion held at the end of your said lives are besenior year in high school. ing changed by For the members and friends the virtue of the of Allen Place Community hard work and Services Inc., a prom takes dedication of Alon a new meaning. Jerry len Place PROM Allen, co-founder of Allen Honorees proPlace Community Services moting health Inc., says in their world initiatives in our PROM stands for Partnerdiverse and most ship Reaching the Organivulnerable comHONORARY CHAIRS—Alexander and Marvis Nichols zation Mission. This year the munities.

No prom king and queen this year, but taking home the awards for best dressed was 106-year old Beatrice Coleman in a beautiful cream colored gown and Linda Scott in blue and rhinestones. The gentlemen were very dapper and the prize winners were Julius Wright in a navy blue velvet evening jacket and Willie Singletary Sr. who knocked it out of the park with his red HONOREES—Debra Hockett, Jessica Wimbush, Ruth Bass and Barbara Crosby suede shoes.

CONGRATULATIONS—Rev. Dr. Brenda Gregg with honoree Darlene James

BEST-DRESSED GENTS—Julius Wright and Willie Singletary Sr.

COMMUNITY HEALTH CHAMPION AWARD RECIPIENTS—Michelle Jones and Harry Manley

HONOREES—Sandra Goggins, Bernice Brady, Beatrice Coleman, Alethia Hamm and Amy Bell Stephenson BEST-DRESSED LADIES—Beatrice Coleman and Linda Scott

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$38,000 in scholarships awarded to Pittsburgh families

PITTSBURGH FAMILIES BENEFIT—Some of the scholarship recipients at the host school, St. Benedict the Moor, on Sept. 28.

The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that Bridge Educational Foundation announced $38,000 in tuition scholarships to local families through the Educational Improvement Tax

ucational Foundation, said: “Our donors participate in the EITC program because it allows their companies to give back to the communities where they work and live and simultaneously

Credit (EITC) programs.

Braskem, Amber Woods, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and Waste Management donated the scholarships through a public-private partnership the EITC creates for Pennsylvania businesses. Allegheny County State Senator Wayne Fontana and state representatives Jake Wheatley and Anita Kulick attended the event on Sept.

28 to show their support for Pennsylvania’s educational scholarship programs and the local schools.

Scholarships will benefit children attending the host school, St. Benedict the Moor, as well as Campus School at Carlow, St. Malachy, St. Raphael and Training Wheels Pre-School.

Students, families, and school officials attended the event to thank the donors for the scholarships.

During the scholarship presentation St. Benedict the Moor students used the opportunity to ask the visiting business executives and lawmakers questions about their careers and education.

During brief remarks and the student-led question-and-answer session the business executives and Senator Fontana and representatives Kulick and Wheatley offered their applause for the local schools, students and the educational tax credit programs.

Natalie Nutt, executive director of the Bridge Ed-

helps to provide educational opportunities to their future workforces.”

“Braskem is proud to continue supporting the education of our young citizens in Pittsburgh through the Bridge Educational Foundation. We hope these scholarships enable and inspire the students to advance their education ambition and further their ca-

reer aspirations,” noted Raj Krishnaswamy, Director of Innovation and Technology, Braskem America, in a news release.

“Amber Woods is proud to partner with the Bridge Educational Foundation to provide scholarship opportunities to families in Allegheny County. Providing strong educational opportunities for the children of Pennsylvania is a key to our state’s future growth and prosperity. I commend the elected officials present today for supporting this public-private partnership,” remarked Tammy Dunmyre in a news release.

“We know that having a good education is one of those key social determinates of health that helps ensure that children become healthy, successful adults,” said Allison Daven-

port, CEO of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Pennsylvania in a press release. “Efforts by the Bridge Educational Foundation give kids the resources they need to get off to a great start and have access to the educational opportunities needed to reach their full potential. We are so fortunate to partner with Bridge again on this important initiative.”

“Waste Management has a long history of supporting education. This investment helps ensure the future of our communities by providing students with the opportunity to reach their full potential. As members of the community, we believe it is our duty to set a high standard of corporate citizenship. The Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program in Pennsylvania

STATE REP. JAKE WHEATLEY

helps us do this by supporting (those) who will become our future community leaders,” stated Erika Young representing Waste Management, in a press release.

“The EITC Program is a successful tool for both companies like Braskem, UnitedHealthcare Amber Woods and Waste Management and schools.

Through these generous donations, the schools are able to build upon important programs for the benefit of students and families,” said Senator Fontana in a press release.

“St. Benedict the Moor

School provides students with an alternative schooling option and well-rounded education, but unfortunately not all families are able to afford the tuition cost,” state Rep. Jake Wheatley, D-Allegheny, said in a news release.

“Thankfully, through the generous scholarship donations from the Bridge Educational Foundation through the support of others, more students are able to attend the Moor School and those of their choice. I can’t thank these organizations enough for investing in our children.”

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Dr. Robert L. Thompson honored at Healthy Start Gala Jada Shirriel, CEO of Healthy Start Pittsburgh, called Dr. Robert L. Thompson “Doogie Howser before there was Doogie Howser. He entered college on scholarship after completing the tenth grade,” she said.

Dr. Thompson indeed received early admission to Morehouse College, graduating cum laude at age 19. He went on to earn his master’s degree in physics from the University of Pittsburgh, and he graduated cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1973. He became a teaching fellow at Magee-Womens Hospital and joined what’s known now as UPMC in 1976.

Shirriel told the hundreds gathered at the Omni William Penn Hotel on this Sept.

27 evening about Dr. Thompson’s long list of accomplishments, including serving as president of Gateway Medical Society from 1987-1990, medical staff president at Magee-Womens from 1991-1992 and 2007-09, president of the Allegheny County Medical Society in 1991, and honored with three resident teaching awards (1993, 1995, 2015).

Dr. Thompson also received the Ted McElroy award for the highest average in biochemistry in 1970, and the Goldsmith Award for highest grade point average in OB/GYN in 1972.

He served on the Healthy Start board of directors since the program’s inception in 1991, and as chairman from 1994-98. He retired from the board in 2016.

Dr. Thompson retired from clinical practice in 2015, leaving a legacy of excellence in clinical care, education and community service.

THE HONOREE—Dr. Robert Thompson, second from right, with Jada Shirriel, Leta Scott and John Moore, during the Sept. 27 Gala. (Photos by Courier photographer Gail Manker)

DAYNA JONES, DIANE MCCRAY, VELMA RUSSELL

HEALTHY START BOARD MEMBERS—Carol Washington, Nichole Sims and Nichole Webster

NICOLE SINGLETARY, Healthy Start’s Director of In-Home Services

RENAE GREEN, DEMIA HORSLEY

THE FAMILY—Dr. Robert Thompson, second from left, with wife, Portia, and sons, James, Jason and Robert.

DARA MENDEZ, DIONNA ROJAS

HEALTHY START BOARD PRESIDENT—John Moore

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RELIGION

Mt. Ararat Community Activity Center 20th Annual Recognition Dinner

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Praise & Worship ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH Crawford & Centre Ave. Pgh., PA 15219 412-281-3141 Mass Sunday 9:00 A.M. & 12:00 P.M. www.stbtmchurch.org

East Liberty Presbyterian Church Rev. Dr. Randy Bush, Senior Pastor 412-441-3800 116 S. Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206

www.cathedralofhope.com Worship on Sunday: Journey Worship........8:45 a.m.

Sanctuary Worship........11 a.m.

Taize Prayer Service (Wed.) 7 p.m.

Curious about Quakerism?

You Are Welcome at our Meetings for Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Pittsburgh Friends Meeting 4836 Ellsworth Avenue http://www.quaker.org/legacy/pghpamm

THE MOUNT ARARAT COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER held its 20th annual Community Recognition Celebration at its new activity center on North Negley Avenue, Oct. 5. Pictured above are Denise Williams Head, executive director of the Activity Center, Delores Edwards, who accepted the award on behalf of her father, Deacon Earnest Edwards, and Deborah Rutherford. (Photos by Courier Photographer Marlon Martin)

Seminary at the Tabernacle 43 Belvedere St., Crafton, PA 15205 Sept. 10, 2018-May 16, 2019 Sr. Pastor Tony Armstead, MDiv Christian Leadership School (CLS) a Four-year Program currently offering Four non-credited courses in four years.

Teaching includes Doctorate and Master of Divinity Teachers.

When: Fluctuates Mon. or Thurs., 6:308:30pm Cost: $75 per class, plus any required books Contact: Rev. Marjorie Davis, Ph.D. 412335-2832

New Destiny CME Church 114 North Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412-231-7882 Rev. Kornelus Neal, pastor The Rt. Rev. Marvin Thomas Sr., presiding bishop Sunday School....................................9 A.M. Morning Worship Service............11:00 A.M.

HAROLD HAYES, of KDKA-TV fame, is a board member of the Mt. Ararat Community Activity Center.

MT. ARARAT PASTOR DR. WILLIAM CURTIS was an honoree, pictured with Denise Williams Head.

Join our growing Praise and Worship Church Community!

For rate information, call 412481-8302, ext.

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Church Circuit BEULAH BAPTIST PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY

OCTOBER 19-21—Come celebrate the ninth pastoral anniversary of Pastor Katrina Organ, beginning Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the church, 201 Chalfont St, with the One Night Revival, featuring Bishop Michael Golphin St. of Deliverance Baptist Church. On Oct. 20, Prayer, Praise and Pastries will occur at 10 a.m. Then on Sunday, Oct. 21, it’s Pastor Organ’s ninth anniversary service, at 10 a.m. There will be a guest preacher, followed by dinner after the service. For more information, call 412-431-3320.

CARRONE PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY

OCTOBER 21—Carrone Baptist Church, 7119 Frankstown Ave., will celebrate the Sixth Year Pastoral Anniversary of Pastor Alonzo Murphy Jr. There will be a 10:30 a.m. service led by Rev. Dr. J. Van Alfred Winsett. At 1 p.m., there will be a Ministry Tribute and Dinner. At 4 p.m., there will be an afternoon service led by Rev. B. DeNeice Welch of Bidwell St. United Presbyterian Church. The theme for the day is, “A Man With Ordered Steps.” All are invited. For more information, call 412-687-1819.

CHRISTIAN ARTS EXTRAVAGANZA

NOVEMBER 3—The Bidwell Presbyterian Church will present a Christian Arts Extravaganza on at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the church, 1025 Liverpool St. The program will feature a play, the comedy, “Deacon Willie’s Last Will & Testament.” Also, mime, praise dance, poetry, and music by the sensational “Voices for Christ.” Tickets are $20, and $10 students/seniors. For more information or tickets, call 412-231-4663.

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Local TV personalities win Regional Emmy Awards CHANDI CHAPMAN WTAE-TV

DAMANY LEWIS WPXI-TV

MOORE FROM A1

talked and had a great time,” Moore told the New Pittsburgh Courier in an exclusive interview, Oct. 15. “And the fact that they spent their own money and came to share in the occasion with me made it more special. Each one of us talked about a teacher that made our time in school special and better in a segregated school in Little Rock we had the least books and the least sports equipment and the least of everything, but our teachers made it special. Our teachers instilled in us a sense of giving back. Some of the same things they said to us then, we say to young people today. We are

obligated to give back. Our teachers would not let us do anything wrong and they knew our parents, so when you did something wrong your goose was cooked cause you got it when you got home.”

Moore, a longtime member of the Pittsburgh Black Media Federation who helped spearhead the organization’s Frank Bolden Urban Media Workshop for the betterment of high school students, shows no signs of slowing down. He plans to continue mentoring young journalists and giving Pittsburgh his “One ‘Moore’ Thought.”

“I’m excitedly looking forward. I don’t look back,” he said. “I’m always looking

Who’s got talent?

The Harmony Club of Homestead is sponsoring “Homestead’s (and surrounding areas) Got Talent,” a way for those to showcase their various skills. Selected contestants will perform at the Carnegie Library of Homestead on Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. with a $300 prize presented to the winner. To enter the contest, upload to YouTube a video of yourself singing, dancing, or whatever your talent may be…and send the link to lrgrinage@comcast.net—by Oct. 21. For more information, contact Terry Groce at 412-537-0969.

for the next thing to shine a light on. That’s the job of a journalist.”

Moore’s primary television outlet, WQED, won 11 Regional Emmy awards during the Oct. 13 event.

In a release, Deborah Acklin, WQED president and chief executive officer, said, “WQED is extremely honored to receive these Emmy Awards, especially the award for Community Service. The awards are truly testaments to the hard work of everyone at WQED who strives to produce programming that makes an impact on our community.”

Darieth Chisolm was the host of “IQ Smartparent,” on WQED, which won an Emmy for “Interview/Discussion Series.”

WTAE-TV won multiple Regional Emmys, including in the category of “Team Coverage,” where Chandi Chapman reported (and Mary Davies produced) on “Search for A Killer.”

WPXI-TV won in the category of “Spot News,” where Lisa Sylvester and Damany Lewis were anchors for the award-winning “Flooding & Fire in Pittsburgh.” Lewis also took home honors for best General Assignment Reporter.

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DARIETH CHISOLM

Should there be armed police in PPS? POLICE FROM A1

an outside threat—an “active shooter” incident. That is why he wants his officers in Pittsburgh Public Schools armed—to protect the kids.

Though six of the nine board members have already said they will not support a policy change that would allow arming school police, they won’t formally vote on it until Oct. 24. But before they do, the public will be allowed to address the board at a hearing at 6 p.m., Oct. 22, at the Board of Education building on South Bellefield Avenue. Chief Brown will use one of the three-minute slots made available to the public to make what he said would be an “eye-opening presentation.”

“They need to know some things. I’m asked to set up security programs of districts all the time. I was just up in Grove City making a presentation to 30 school districts and got a standing ovation,” he said. “But at home, I get this. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of another organization insulting its employees like that.”

Recalling the Parkland,

Fla., shooting where an armed policeman cowered outside instead of confronting shooter Nicholas Cruz before he allegedly killed 17 people, Chief Brown, a former U.S. Marine and 29-year veteran of the district’s security department, said his officers would not do that— they would do their job.

“That’s my biggest fear, that they would try to stop it unarmed. That’s what I’m afraid of,” he said. “Because that’s how much they care about these kids.”

Chief Brown told the Courier that most of his officers are coaches and they spend a lot of time with the students.

In some instances, they’ve even driven parents, who don’t have cars, to visit their kids in the hospital when they’d been hurt. And along with being fully trained police officers, they’ve received, and continue to receive, additional mediation training.

“They’ve had de-escalation and mental health training, and there haven’t been any excessive force incidents,” he said. “We’re getting much better with restorative practices, and this year we’ve had 91 fewer arrests than last year. We’re trying to

clog up the pipeline to the penitentiary.”

Another reason he wants his officers armed is that, in an active shooter situation where the city police are relied upon to muster a response, his men would be a liability—they’d have to be protected too, he said. And it doesn’t have to be a Parkland or Columbine-scale assault.

“What do you do if you see a kid running up to the door, and he’s being chased by someone with a gun,” he asked. “And then there’s guns in the school. At the workshop, I guess I was nervous, but I misspoke when I told the guy from the ACLU we hadn’t confiscated any guns in the schools. We have—and on Oct. 22, well, I can’t tell you how, but I’ll show them proof.”

Chief Brown said he respects the school board and whatever decision they make on Oct. 24.

“If they decide we stay unarmed, we will, and we will continue to get the training to help these kids,” he said.

“And I will continue to try and change that mindset. If they have a plan (for countering a school attack), I hope it’s one that lets us survive.”

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CDC Urges Public To Start The Conversation About Sepsis (BPT)—Each year, at least 1.7 million Americans develop sepsis, and nearly 270,000 die as a result. While anyone can get an infection, and almost any infection can lead to sepsis, only 55 percent of Americans have heard of sepsis.[1] Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It is life-threatening, and without timely treatment, sepsis can rapidly lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. Sepsis happens when an infection you already have—in your skin, lungs, urinary tract, or somewhere else—triggers a chain reaction throughout your body.

Start the conversation about sepsis today with your doctor or nurse using these five questions: 1. How can I protect myself from sepsis? It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of sepsis, and act fast if sepsis is suspected. Signs and symptoms of sepsis can include one or a combination of any of the following: confusion or disorientation; shortness of breath; high heart rate; fever, or shivering, or feeling very cold; extreme pain or discomfort; and clammy or sweaty skin. An infection that’s not getting better or is getting worse can lead to sepsis. Get medical care immediately if you suspect sepsis.

2. How can I prevent infections?

Talk to your doctor or nurse about steps you can take to prevent infections that

can lead to sepsis. To prevent infections, take good care of chronic conditions and get recommended vaccines. Also, practice good hygiene like washing your hands

and keeping cuts clean and covered until healed.

3. Who is at higher risk for developing sepsis? Certain people are at higher

risk, including adults 65 or older; people with chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, lung disease, cancer, and kidney disease; people with weakened immune systems; and children younger than one.

4. How do I know if my infection could be leading to sepsis? If you or your loved one suspects sepsis or has an infection that’s not getting better or is getting worse, ask your doctor or nurse, “Could this infection be leading to sepsis?” ACT FAST and get medical care IMMEDIATELY. 5. How can sepsis be treated? A person who develops sepsis should be treated with antibiotic(s) as soon as possible, in addition to other therapies that the doctor or nurse decides are appropriate for that patient, such as maintaining blood flow to organs or receiving intravenous (IV) fluids. A doctor or nurse should also check on the patient frequently and reassess antibiotic therapy within 24-48 hours to stop or adjust therapy as needed.

Remember, sepsis is a medical emergency. Improved recognition and timely treatment of sepsis increases your chances of survival and decreases the likelihood of long-term effects.

To learn more about sepsis and how to prevent infections, visit www.cdc.gov/ sepsis. To learn more about antibiotic prescribing and use, visit www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use.

Safe and effective: Choose physical therapy for your back pain (BPT)—If you’re living with low back pain (LBP), you’re not alone. The condition is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. Studies show 80 percent of American adults will experience LBP at some point in their lives. If LBP turns from short-term to chronic (lasting three months or longer), it can impact your overall quality of life.

Modern society craves quick-?fix solutions to even complex problems, but this mindset can be particularly counterproductive when it comes to LBP. Studies show that LBP is often overtreated, particularly when it comes to the use of opioids, imaging scans (such as MRIs and X-rays), and surgery. Guidelines recommend first trying exercise and other conservative approaches instead.

“When it comes to low back pain, the best advice is to move,” said APTA spokesperson Colleen Louw, PT, MEd. “Most low back pain will resolve on its own and responds positively to increased movement and regular exercise.”

As America seeks solutions to its ongoing opioid epidemic, patients and prescribers should be especially cautious about treating LBP with opioids. Opioids come with a list of serious potential side effects, and every day more than 1,000 people are treated in emergency departments for opioid misuse. Meanwhile, long-term use of opioids might not be particularly helpful for LBP, which is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released guidelines urging the use of safer alternatives, including physical therapy, for most non-cancer-related chronic pain conditions.

“Given the substantial evidence gaps on opioids, uncertain benefits of long?term use and potential for serious harm, patient education and discussion before starting opioid therapy are critical so that patient preferences and values can be understood and used to inform clinical decisions,” the CDC states.

Physical therapists can play a valuable role in the patient education process, including setting realistic expectations for recovery with or without opioids.

Physical therapists are movement experts who optimize quality of life through

prescribed exercise, hands-on care and side effects. Your physical therapist will patient education. set realistic expectations for recovery, A physical therapist will perform a thor- with or without opioids. ough evaluation that includes: •A review of your health history.

•Questions about your specific symptoms.

•A thorough examination that includes assessing the quality and quantity of your movements, and any movement behaviors that might put you at risk for delayed recovery.

•Tests to identify signs or symptoms that could indicate a serious health problem, such as broken bones or cancer.

•Assessment of how you use your body at work, home, during sports and at leisure.

An active treatment plan from a physical therapist can help you improve your mobility while managing your pain, whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain.

Here are four reasons to choose physical therapy for your back pain: Physical therapy is a safe and effective alternative to opioids. While doctor-?prescribed opioids are appropriate in some cases, choosing a safer alternative, like physical therapy, eliminates the risk of misuse and avoids the potential negative

Simple steps to stay healthy during cold and flu season (BPT)—With cold and flu season just around the corner you might think there isn’t much you can do to prepare for the inevitable aches and achoos. A few small changes in your routine and at home can go a long way toward keeping you and your family healthy all season long.

Tidy toilet bowls The toilet can be a breeding ground for bacteria, but instead of slipping on the rubber gloves and scrubbing with a grimy brush, consider ContinuousClean from Kohler. This factory-installed system housed in the toilet tank dispenses a consistent dose of cleaner during each flush.

Simply place your preferred cleaning tablet in a compartment, choose a cleaning setting and let the system go to work. You don’t have to lift a finger.

Launder towels and linens Washing linens regularly helps eliminate germs and viruses while cleaning off dirt and grime. This is especially important when someone in the house is sick because it prevents the spread to others. For frequently used and potentially shared items like bed sheets and bath towels, be sure to wash in hot water or use the sanitize setting. Follow this by drying using the high-heat setting in order to kill any microorganisms.

Disinfect household hotspots Doorknobs, cabinet handles and light switches are frequently touched by everyone who lives in your home. That means any dirt, bacteria or germs on their hands will get transferred to those surfaces and onto the hands of the next person who touches them. To prevent this spreading

and keep family members healthy, wipe down common surfaces with a disinfectant wipe. It takes just seconds to do but can make a big difference.

Clean hands Regularly washing hands is one of the best ways to eliminate germs and prevent illness. All family members should scrub up every time they use the bathroom to keep fingers fresh and surfaces clean. For easy hand-washing, use the Kohler Touchless Foaming Soap Dispenser. Simply hold your hand under the spout to dispense soap automatically. A 20-second lighted timer lets you know how long to lather, which is not only the recommended hand-washing time from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but also a helpful guide for kids.

Self-care Getting proper rest and nutrition is essential to maintaining a healthy immune system that fights off the germs and viruses that increase during cold and flu season. To prioritize these two essential steps, consider meal planning and creating a regular bedtime routine. By meal planning weekly you stock your fridge with healthy home-cooked foods. At night, create a routine with relaxing activities like bathing, reading or meditating. Set a daily alarm if necessary on your phone to remind you when it’s time to start your bedtime routine so you don’t put it off.

These four simple steps will help keep your home clean and your family healthy.

That way you can enjoy the best of the season, without the runny noses and raspy voices.

Physical therapists help you help yourself. Physical therapists empower you to be an active participant in your own treatment. Depending on the severity of your pain, your therapist may work collaboratively with other health professionals to ensure a comprehensive course of treatment.

Physical therapy is cost effective. A recent study shows patients with LBP who consult physical therapists early in their treatment processes incur lower out-of-pocket medical costs, with less probability of accruing expenses associated with opioid prescriptions, advanced imaging services or emergency room visits.

Physical therapy is accessible. You do not need a physician referral to access physical therapists’ services in the U.S. When it comes to your health, you have a choice. Choose more movement and better health—choose physical therapy. To find more information and a physical therapist in your area, visit MoveForwardPT.com.

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AP-NORC Poll: Many caregivers neglecting their own health

by Lauren Neergaard Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON (AP)—Skipping your checkup but not grandma’s? Caring for an older loved one is a balancing act, and a new poll shows that too often it’s the caregivers’ health that’s neglected.

The survey, by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, found about a third of caregivers have gone without a routine physical or dental care, skipped or didn’t schedule a test or treatment or even forgot to fill a prescription or failed to see a doctor for their own illness or injury because they were too busy with their caregiving duties.

Doctors miss opportunities to help. Most caregivers go to medical appointments with

“Caregivers and their charges should be treated simultaneously. They should be looked at as a unit, because if the caregiver burns out, the patient may have no one left.”

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University of Pittsburgh aging specialist the seniors they care for, yet the poll found they’re less likely to get information about self-care, support programs or other services during those visits than if they make time to see their own physicians for advice.

“We have a long, long way to go until this is a routine part of practice,” said AARP longterm care specialist Lynn Feinberg. “This survey really points out the need to look at both the person and the family.”

Four in 10 Americans have provided longterm care to an older relative or friend, a volunteer workforce that’s growing as the population ages. The AP-NORC survey released Monday found that for nearly a quarter of them, especially caregivers who are over 40, the amount of time spent on caregiving duties is equivalent to a full-time job.

Most informal caregivers view their role as key to their identity. But it can be difficult to meet their own physical and mental health needs.

Nearly 40 percent of caregivers have a health problem, physical disability or mental health condition that impacts their daily life or limits their activities, the poll found.

More than a quarter of caregivers say it’s difficult to manage their own health along with the caregiving duties. Even more who have chronic conditions, 40 percent, find it a struggle.

Deborah Ecker and her husband recently moved her fiercely independent elderly

parents into their Pennsylvania home, spurred by some frightening hospitalizations. Ecker’s father, at 89, requires full-time oxygen for emphysema and had contracted pneumonia. Her mother, 88, was hospitalized with congestive heart failure and severely high blood pressure.

“I’ve thrown myself into this, and I’m not sorry,” said Ecker, 61, who with her husband is a missionary but for now isn’t accompanying him on their

ministry travels. “They deserve to be taken care of. They’re so loving and generous.”

But a few months ago, Ecker realized she needed to pay more attention to her own health. She’d undergone successful cancer treatment in 2016 but is overweight, and the hours of exercise that once were routine have fallen by the wayside.

A post-hospitalization monitoring program from the University of

Pittsburgh Medical Center gave Ecker more confidence in caring for her mother, and she was able to carve out time to see her own doctor. Insulin resistance was putting on pounds, Ecker learned, and she started medication and a dietary program. Next she’s planning how to work in exercise time.

“I feel like I’m on track,” Ecker said. “At the end of this I want to be strong enough and healthy enough to have a life of my own.”

The AP-NORC poll found only a quarter of caregivers talk with their own doctors about their caregiving responsibilities—but among those who did, half received information about caregiving support services and three-quarters learned important information about self-care.

In contrast, the vast majority of caregivers accompany the person they assist to medical appointments, usually going into the exam rather than staying in the waiting room. Yet fewer than 40 percent gleaned advice on caregiver resources during those visits.

Caregivers and their charges “should be treated simultaneously,” said University of Pittsburgh aging specialist Richard Schulz.

“They should be looked at as a unit,” because if the caregiver burns out, the patient may have no one left.

The health system marginalizes caregivers partly because there’s no way to bill for assessing caregivers during someone else’s visit, but also because doctors don’t always know what community resources are available to recommend, Schulz said.

Ralph Bencivenga, of New York City, lost so much weight while caring for his terminally ill wife and undergoing his own cancer treatment that he finally sought help from a nutritionist at the Mount Sinai Health System — advice that also paid off as he assumed the couple’s grocery shopping and cooking duties.

“I had no idea the kind of stress that put me under,” he said of the overall caregiving duties.

The new poll found many caregivers find healthy ways to cope, such as praying, meditating, spending time outdoors or talking about their situation. But 44 percent sleep less, and 17 percent increase alcohol or tobacco use.

The AP-NORC long-term care poll was conducted June 26 to July 10, with funding from the SCAN Foundation. It involved interviews in English and Spanish with 1,024 adults nationwide who have experience providing long-term care. Interviews were conducted online or by phone among members of NORC’s probability-based AmeriSpeak panel, which is designed to be representative of the U.S. population.

The margin of error is plus or minus 4.1 percentage points.

(AP polling editor Emily Swanson contributed to this report.)

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What’s new and what’s missing in your new car

by Ronald Montoya For New Pittsburgh Courier

EDMUNDS—Automakers are continually making changes in vehicles. These can be technological breakthroughs, such as the automatic emergency braking systems that are increasingly becoming standard on new cars. Some are mandated changes, such as a federal requirement that all vehicles have backup cameras, which went into effect in May. At times, the shifts reflect consumer electronic trends. Cassette players in cars gave way to in-dash CD systems, which started disappearing from cars when Bluetooth streaming music arrived.

Many of these feature swaps don’t get a lot of fanfare, so you might not always realize what’s come and gone until you’re shopping for a new car. Here’s an overview.

IN: Keyless start This feature allows drivers to start their cars while keeping the key in their pockets or purses. It’s often paired with a keyless access system that allows entry into the car without pushing any buttons on the key fob.

Keyless start systems may pose a danger if you’re not careful: Some owners have forgotten to shut off their cars in attached garages, leading to more than 24 cases of carbon monoxide poisoning since 2006, according to the New York Times. Newer systems do a better job of alerting you if the key moves too far away from the car while the engine is still on.

OUT: Keyed ignition It’s falling out of favor. In 2008, keyed ignition systems were standard in 89 percent of new cars. Now, they’re in just 38 percent.

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increased every year,” said Deakin, 70, who worked in the finance department at a boat dealership.

Health care costs eat up about one-third of her income, she estimated.

“I appreciate the COLA adjustment, and in no way am I complaining,” Deakin added. “It’s just that every single thing you can talk about goes up. It doesn’t go down.”

By law, the COLA is based on a broad index of consumer prices. Advocates for seniors claim the general index doesn’t accurately capture the rising prices they face, especially for health care and housing. They want the government to switch to an index that reflects the spending patterns of older people.

“What the COLA should be based on is still a very real issue,” said William Arnone, CEO of the National Academy of Social Insurance, a research organization not involved in lobbying. “Older people spend their money in categories that are going up at a higher rate than overall inflation.”

The COLA is now based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, or CPI-W, which measures price changes for food, housing, clothing, transportation, energy, medical care, recreation and education.

Advocates for the elderly would prefer the CPI-E, an experimental measure from the government that reflects costs for households headed by a person age 62 or older.

It usually outpaces general inflation, though not always.

COLAs can be small or zero, as was the case in several recent years. People often blame the president when that happens. However, the White House can’t dictate the COLA, which is calculated by nonpolitical experts.

President Donald Trump has repeatedly vowed not to cut Social Security or Medicare. But the government is running $1 trillion deficits, partly as a result of the Republican tax cut bill Trump signed. Mounting deficits will revive pressure to cut Social Security, advocates for the elderly fear.

“The revenue loss in the tax bill contributes to much higher deficits and debt, and that is where the threats begin to come in,” said David Certner, policy director for AARP. “Social Security, and in particular the COLAs, have been the target.”

Former President Barack Obama floated—but ultimately dropped —a proposal called chained CPI, which would have slowed annual COLAs to reflect penny-pinching by consumers.

Behind it is the idea that when the price of a particular good or service rises, people often respond by buying less or switching to a lower-cost alternative.

Because of compounding, smaller COLAs would have a dramatic effect over time on the federal budget and Social Security finances. But if inflation continues to rise, proposals to scale back costof-living adjustments carry greater political risk.

Beyond federal budget woes, Social Security faces its own long-term financial problems and won’t be able to pay full benefits starting in 2034.

Social Security is financed by a 12.4 percent tax on wages, with half paid by workers and the other half paid by employers. Next year, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax will increase from $128,400 to $132,900.

About 177 million workers pay Social Security taxes.

Of those, nearly 12 million workers will pay more in taxes because of the increase in taxable wages, according to the Social Security Administration.

In addition to retirees, other Social Security beneficiaries include disabled workers and surviving spouses and children. Low-income disabled and elderly people receiving Supplemental Security Income also get a COLA.

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If cannabis is legal in California, Richard Parsons named why are so many Black-owned interim chairman at CBS cannabis businesses considered illegal?

by Aubry Stone For New Pittsburgh Courier

One of the great advantages of Proposition 64—the 2016 ballot initiative that legalized adult use of cannabis—was the idea that it could start to address the disproportionately negative impact of marijuana arrests among communities of color. This disparity is well documented.

Just a few years ago, the American Civil Liberties Union reported that African Americans were nearly four times more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession than whites, even though use of the drug was roughly equal among both populations.

Prop 64 not only promised to reduce or expunge certain past convictions, it also presented employment opportunities in the newly legalized cannabis industry as a gateway to the middle class for many underserved communities.

As the head of a statewide organization that supports many minority-owned cannabis businesses, I know firsthand that communities of color are not seeing the promised opportunities of this new marketplace being realized.

Since Prop 64 was implemented back in January of this year, less than 15 percent of California cities are operating functional, licensed cannabis markets.

As the head of a statewide organization that supports many minority-owned cannabis businesses, I know firsthand that communities of color are not seeing the promised opportunities of this new marketplace being realized.

There’s more: Recently, the state’s Bureau of Cannabis Control has notified more than 900 cannabis-related businesses across the state to cease operation because they are unlicensed. These dispensaries, delivery services, cultivators, brands and farms—many of them owned by or employing people of color—were perfectly “compliant” for decades before Jan. 1.

But because state and local jurisdictions have been slow to issue the proper paperwork to them, the expectation is that they should close down until the bureaucrats finally get their act together.

Try to use that as an excuse when you can’t pay your rent, health insurance or

credit card bill.

This is particularly problematic given that the ACLU has also noted that opportunities for people of color to establish businesses are significantly less likely to occur as compared to white entrepreneurs. Just say “cannabis” in some business settings—yes, even here in California—and you will see what an uphill battle people of color can face. But there’s a solution.

Our communities must hold elected officials accountable and make the promise of legal cannabis a reality for people of color.

The first step is for local leaders to open

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up the cannabis markets in their communities. We must write, call, and confront local elected leaders and ask: Why haven’t they issued more licenses? When do they plan to do it? Will they make sure that small businesses have a chance? Will they make sure that the licensing fee structure doesn’t prevent small businesses from participating?

Our communities must hold elected officials accountable and make the promise of legal cannabis a reality for people of color.

The barriers of entry to licensure are incredibly high, whether it be fees or unduly high state and local taxes. Combined with local bans, this is leaving no path for small, minority-owned and -operated businesses to get a foot in the legal market. Breaking down these walls will be key to ensuring more diversity of applicants and allowing the licensed market to triumph over the illegal market.

Back in 2016, Californians overwhelmingly told the state that we supported legal cannabis. Now it’s time to remind our local leaders of that—and for them to make it really happen.

(Aubry Stone is president and CEO of the California Black Chamber of Commerce.)

(This article originally appeared in the California Voice—San Francisco Bay View.)

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to become an entrepreneur to follow through on their vision and desires. You don’t know what can happen and you never want to be in the situation of saying or thinking what if,” Wells said.

Reflecting on her journey of getting started, Wells said reaching out to some of the area business assistance organizations and having mentors to toss ideas around with was part of that journey. “Developing a business plan was also helpful.

The process helped me think things out, to stay organized and on point.”

Wells now lives in Turtle Creek but was a longtime East Hills resident. She credits her community advocacy work as playing a role in assisting her in accomplishing her goal of becoming an entrepreneur. For many years, she worked in East Hills as a community organizer, a youth director and served as the president of the East Hills Residents Preservation and Development Corporation. “The experience I gained working with people,

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problem-solving and organizing during my tenure in East Hills was invaluable.”

When asked about the future of Heavenly Hair and Body, Wells said, “I continue to dream but right now my goal is to build a strong clientele of women, men and children and to make sure this salon is running successfully. Maybe within the next couple years I’ll open a few more Heavenly Hair and Body Salons within the Pittsburgh region.”

The long-term goal is opening a beauty camp geared towards young people ages 8 to 13 to provide outreach to assist in building self-esteem and to teach etiquette and style techniques.

“Monique is a hard worker. I have watched her develop and grow her business throughout the years and appreciate everything she has been contributing within the community,” Rep. Gainey said.

“I worked with her while she was in East Hills. One thing I can say about her for sure is no matter what community she is involved in she cares about the people.”

CONSISTENCY COUNTS—State Rep. Ed Gainey and Heavenly Hair and Body Salon owner Monique Wells present longtime client Ms. Francis with the 7th Year Anniversary & Beauty Day Celebration Award of appreciation. (Photo by Diane I. Daniels)

shape itself following the ouster of longtime chief Les Moonves.

Parsons is the former chairman of Time Warner and Citicorp. He was added to the board of CBS earlier this month along with five others as the company pursues an independent investigation into Moonves.

Moonves resigned just after six women joined others who had previously accused the long-time television executive with sexual misconduct.

CBS also said Tuesday that two other board members were stepping down. Bruce Gordon and William Cohen had been on the company’s board since it became a standalone public company in 2006.

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OUT: Engine idle If you love the engine’s gentle thrum (or throaty rumble) as you sit at a stoplight, you’ll have to enjoy some other aspect of your car’s personality. In 2008, just 3 percent of new vehicles had stop-start as a standard feature. For the 2018 model year, it’s up to 40 percent.

IN: Turbocharged engines Turbochargers let automakers downsize an engine while making it more powerful and fuel-efficient. Turbos were once mostly found on sports cars, and in 2008, they were standard on only 10 percent of vehicles. In 2018, they are standard on 45 percent of vehicles.

OUT: Naturally aspirated engines Even trucks, once associated with large, non-turbocharged V6 or V8 engines, are turning toward smaller turbo V6 and four-cylinder engines. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado, for example, will have a turbo four-cylinder engine on some configurations.

IN: Xenon and LED headlights It’s quite a light show in cars today, with these newcomers fighting for dominance. Xenon lights are brighter and last longer than traditional halogen bulbs. LED lights do even better in brightness and longevity than xenons. The real selling point for carmakers is that LED lights consume less power and can be configured in more unique shapes.

In 2008, 24 percent of vehicles came standard with xenon or LED headlights, according to Edmunds data. It’s up to 51 percent for the 2018 model year.

OUT: Halogen bulbs They were dominant for decades, but they’re winking out. Halogen headlights use has dropped by 27 percentage points over the past 10 years.

IN: Tire inflator kits If you get a flat on your next new car, don’t be shocked if you can’t find the spare tire. It’s likely been replaced by the tire repair or a tire inflator kit. In 2009, these kits were standard on just 5 percent of vehicles. They are standard on 23 percent of 2018 models. The kits save vehicle weight and allow for more usable trunk space.

OUT: Spare tires.

Full-size spares are now confined mainly to pickup trucks or large SUVs. The smaller temporary or “doughnut” spare tire has lost market share but is still the most common flat-tire remedy and is standard on 45 percent of 2018 vehicles. Run-flat tires are the other non-spare solution.

Edmunds does not formally track the following features, but they’re increasingly common in the vehicles we test.

IN: Digital instrument panels Users can customize digital instrument clusters and carmakers can configure them to display more information. They’re found in such cars as the current models of the Ford Mustang, Honda Accord, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Volkswagen Atlas.

OUT: Analog gauges They take up too much space for their single-purpose uses.

IN: The electronic parking brake A button push applies the parking brake. It’s in the Mazda CX-5, the BMW 5-Series, the Ram 1500 and many other vehicles.

OUT: The manual parking brake Say goodbye to the hand lever or the foot pedal.

Their absence gives carmakers more room in the vehicle console or footwell.

EDMUNDS SAYS: If you’re determined to hang onto an outgoing feature, such as the spare tire, make it part of your must-have list when car shopping. Sometimes, though, it’s better to let go of the old and embrace what’s new.

(This story was provided to The Associated Press by the automotive website Edmunds. Ronald Montoya is a senior consumer advice editor at Edmunds.)

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Oppose those rejecting taking on climate change President Donald Trump has rejected climate science and climate policy.

Trump has mocked the science of human-caused climate change and vowed to increase the burning of coal.

In June 2017, Trump decided to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. This decision was short-sighted and scientifically wrong.

The landmark global agreement is aimed at combating climate change by taking actions and making investments needed for a sustainable low carbon future. The Paris Agreement brings all nations into a common cause to combat climate change and increase support to assist developing countries. Trump has ceased the participation of the United States in the Paris Agreement.

The timing of the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement could not be worse.

A new landmark United Nations scientific report portrays a far more dire picture of the immediate consequences of climate change than previously thought and says that avoiding damage requires quickly transforming the world economy.

The UN report said that in order to prevent 2.7 degrees of warming by 2040 and the food shortages, coastal flooding and wildfires the warming would bring, greenhouse pollution must be reduced by 45 percent from 2010 levels by 2030. The report conceded that such a rapid transformation of the world economy may be politically unlikely.

We don’t have to wait until 2040 to see the impact of climate change.

Scientists say there is increasing evidence that a warming world produces stronger hurricanes.

Hurricane Michael is the strongest storm to hit the Florida Panhandle in 167 years of record-keeping.

Algernon Austin, the former director of the Economic Policy Institute’s Program on Race, Ethnicity and the Economy, says African Americans and Hispanic Americans may not be the most visible advocates for addressing climate change, but these communities are among the most concerned in the United States.

He noted that a 2013 Pew Research Center survey found that about 8 in 10 in those ethnic groups agreed that the earth has been warming. Among whites, only about 6 in 10 shared similar views. A majority of Hispanics and Blacks attributes climate change to human activity compared with only 41 percent of whites.

Climate change has a disproportionate effect on African Americans and Hispanic Americans because they tend to live in places that are worst hit by the effects of climate change; poor communities are also more vulnerable.

“For African Americans, exposure to pollution from the use of fossil fuels in vehicles and power plants, and the pollution’s aggravation of the high rate of asthma in black communities seem to be important factors behind interest in addressing climate change, “ said Austin in an op-ed in the New York Times.

“Latinos and African-Americans have taken the lead on recognizing the need for the country to address climate change,” he added.

“But they see a need for the problem to be addressed at the federal level through the use of cleaner energy, energy efficiency and better regulations. As populations that are disproportionately low-income, many of whom can barely make ends meet, solutions that would increase their energy costs would be too much to bear,” Austin said.

The Trump administration and conservatives have rejected climate science.

“Carbon taxes are political poison because they increase gas prices and electric rates,” said Myron Ebell, who heads the energy program at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, which led the Trump administration’s transition at the Environmental Protection Agency.

Americans for Prosperity, a political advocacy group funded by libertarian billionaires Charles and David Koch, has campaigned against politicians who support a carbon tax.

Climate change should be a campaign issue. But not the way the Koch brothers see it.

In this November’s midterm election, voters should oppose politicians who reject climate science and the need for serious policies to address the perils.

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(TriceEdneyWire.com)—I will begin by admitting I am not and never have been a Bill Cosby fan.

He turned me off with the somewhat smug attitude he displayed toward low income Black folks.

Also, though I have long been a strong supporter of more honest portrayals of Black folks on television programs and in movies, I was not impressed with what I considered the syrupy sweetness of The Cosby Show.

Like many Black folks, I am tired of seeing us always portrayed in films, television and at panels, workshops and conferences mainly as “the problem with the Black this, the problem with the Black that, the crisis of the Black this, the crisis with the Black that.” An individual and a group of people will not make progress with that kind of “woe is us” attitude.

However, we also won’t make progress if we see ourselves in the kind of fantasy land so often shown on The Cosby Show. We need to see ourselves as a strong group of people who have made a life for ourselves despite living in a society mostly hostile toward us as a group.

That being said, I must now state that no one will convince me that, in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s in this country, White women had no

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Commentary one they could turn to for help when sexually assaulted or abused by a Black man, even one as prominent as Cosby. Throughout this country’s history, several thousand Black men have been lynched, brutalized and incarcerated as a result of sexual charges made by White women. A White woman may have been involved in a consensual sex relationship with a Black man, but if that was found out, she would often yell rape and he was done for.

If she didn’t do that, male members of her family would force her to say she was raped to save their family’s face.

Lynching and castration may not have been rampant, in the years of Cosby’s foolishness in believing that he could do the same things as the big time White boys, but it is impossible for me to believe that those women couldn’t find anyone in the country who would listen to

or believe them if they had accused Cosby of sexual assault. Most press organizations would have jumped all over such charges with wall-towall coverage. I will not speculate as to why they didn’t go public with their accusations against Cosby.

But I repeat that not having anyone who would listen to or believe that many women is unimaginable in the United States of America then and now.

By the way, there’s little, if any comparison between their situation and that of Anita Hill. Justice Clarence Thomas was lucky that the charges against him were made by a Black woman. If Anita Hill had been White, he would never have been appointed to the Supreme Court.

Throughout this country’s history sexual crimes against Black women

by White men and even by Black men have never been treated as ferociously by the so-called justice system as sexual crimes against White women.

That is another reality of U.S. history. If Cosby had been accused by Black women, he wouldn’t be in the trouble he’s in today. That’s the real deal.

(A. Peter Bailey, whose latest book is Witnessing Brother Malcolm X, the Master Teacher, can be reached at apeterb@verizon. net.)

‘Respect,’ an anthem for women (TriceEdneyWire.com)—A few years before Aretha Franklin sang “Respect.” Before her, Otis Redding’s version had a laudable meaning, too. When Aretha sang “Respect” in 1967, she turned the song into something women have never let go. The song became a powerful anthem for many, but more so for Black women. It still resonates with us today. Her version was not just about resonating with our civil rights. It also resonated with our feminine side. Anyway, you look at it, “Respect” is a most powerful song for Black people, especially for Black women.

Whenever we hear that song, no matter who else likes it, we know she made it for us. Today we are still crying out for respect. When I hear Black men and women getting rich at the expense of Black women, it’s painful. Too many rappers have taken the 30 pieces of silver to denigrate us, and I’ll be the first to admit, it’s done not only by men, but by a growing number of Black women rappers.

If you’ve ever listened to the vulgarity in some of the songs, you can be sure those who are backing them financially or otherwise never intended for us to believe they’re talking about women other than Black women. Yet, it’s the Black woman who has given birth to them, nursed them to adulthood while she herself may have had little or no joy in life, but she cared about her sons and daughters to the

brought us up from slavery. We now have a right to be educated. We now have a right to non-segregated housing. Once we couldn’t vote; now we can. There’s more that our ancestors did, but you get the idea.

Our ancestors made a difference then, and we have a duty to make a difference now. We must change the conditions under which our children grow. Some believe they can only extent that she could without ever make a living by denigrating our complaining. Life most likely had people—especially women. not treated her with respect, but she It’s time for us to support congave the best she had to her chilscious rappers/artists who work to dren. perfect our community while others Unfortunately, some of them grew try to tear us down. More inforto be influenced by outside influenc- mation is forthcoming. We’re tired es who taught them and paid them of begging radio stations to stop to disrespect their mothers, daughpromoting filthy lyrics about us. ters, nieces, wives and girlfriends.

We’re tired of begging advertisers It’s time for us to get back to proto stop sustaining them while playmoting RESPECT for Black women ing filthy, racist, misogynist music and girls.

24 hours a day. We met with many During this past week, the Napowerful women this past week tional Congress of Black Women where media chose not to carry joined with Bob Law (Chair of Na- our story—but our ancestors didn’t tional Black Leadership Alliance) have supportive media either—but and Kwabena Rasuli (Chair of the word got out. Action followed— Clear the Airwaves Project) to once and we can do it again. again work to end the travesty of It’s time to “Wake Up and Stay what negative rapping is doing Woke”. Shortly we’ll be announcing to our community—especially to specifically what we’re asking you Black women. Aretha has left us, to do. The time has come for us to but our desire for respect is still demand respect with more than our with us. words.

Bob Law reminds us that our (Dr. E. Faye Williams is president of the ancestors have won every challenge National Congress of Black Women. She’s they’ve seriously taken on. There also host of “Wake Up and Stay Woke” on was a time we were in slavery. They WPFW-FM 89.3.)

Dr. E. Faye Williams, Esq.

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Urban re-entry jobs program tapping into potential of formerly incarcerated community members (TriceEdneyWire.com)—“I wasn’t informed about the long-term consequences of my conviction before or after I accepted a plea deal for seven years and eight months in 2004. It wasn’t until my release in 2012 that I learned about the hidden sentence I would experience for the rest of my life. When I was released I had a plan to succeed, but little by little my plan crumbled. I couldn’t become a welder, an auto body and paint technician or a barber. I couldn’t even scrub toilets and mop floors at the local hospital.

The more I tried to contribute to my community, the more I faced barriers.” —Jay Jordan, Second Chances Project Director, Californians for Safety and Justice The part of my job I appreciate the most is getting to know the exceptional men and women who have turned their lives around—after facing seemingly insurmountable challenges—with a helping hand from of the Urban League Movement.

Just last week in Chicago, I had the honor to meet two young men— one who has founded a thriving landscaping business, and another who is well on his way to a career as a commercial truck driver. These would be commendable achievements even for anyone with a reasonable clear path, but for those emerging from incarceration, they are extraordinary.

The National Urban League has been serving the formerly incarcerated for more than fifty years, only in the last few years with the support of the federal government.

The Urban Reentry Jobs Program provides formerly incarcerated adults with the necessary skills and training to successfully re-enter the workforce and jobs at family-sustaining wages.

Through Adult Re-entry, a Na-

once arrested, they are more likely to be convicted; and once convicted, they are more likely to face stiff sentences. Black men are six times as likely to be incarcerated as White men.

No aspect of the criminal justice system has exacerbated the mass incarceration crisis more than the so-called War on Drugs, and none is more racially disparate. African tional Urban League signature Americans are no more likely to program, the formerly incarcerated use or sell prohibited drugs than have an opportunity to earn induswhites, but they far more likely to be try-recognized credentials, learn charged and sentenced to prison for employment-focused skills, and form identical conduct. positive relationships with their This crisis impacts not only the communities. families of the incarcerated, but Among the nearly 800 participants: the nation as a whole. According to •86 percent have earned a credenan ACLU report, the gross nationtial or certificate al product suffers an annual loss •95 percent did not return to prison of $80 billion a year due to em•65 percent became employee ployment discrimination against A 35-year-old father of three, Ma- the formerly incarcerated. Not to rio emerged from prison after eight mention the costs to local and state years never having held a permagovernments caused by recidivism: nent legal job. He was living at a if states could lower recidivism Salvation Army before he found his rates by just 10 percent, they could way to the Chicago Urban League. save an average of $635 million anAfter completing the Urban Reennually, according to Pew Research try Jobs Program, Mario has gradCenter. uated with high honors from the Millions of people leave prison to welding program at Kennedy-King re-enter their communities each College. year. The Urban League Movement The need for initiatives like the is committed to removing barriUrban Reentry Jobs Program could ers to their full participation and not be more critical. As many as helping every American to achieve three out of four people remain unhis or her full potential. As civil employed a year after their release rights attorney Michelle Alexander from prison, and just 12.5 percent wrote in her seminal work, The of employers say they will accept New Jim Crow: Mass Incarcerajob applications from the formerly tion in the Age of Colorblindness, incarcerated.

“Martin Luther King Jr. called This burden falls disproportionately for us to be lovestruck with each on America’s people of color, who rep- other, not colorblind toward each resent more than two-thirds of the other. To be lovestruck is to care, incarcerated while comprising only to have deep compassion, and to about 24 percent of the population. be concerned for each and every African Americans are more likely individual, including the poor and than White Americans to be arrested; vulnerable.”

Marc H. Morial

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CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA MULTIPLE FACULTY POSITIONS

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California University of Pennsylvania invites applications for the faculty positions below, to begin August 2019. A comprehensive regional institution and a member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education, California University is a diverse, caring and scholarly learning community dedicated to excellence in teacher preparation, liberal arts, science and technology, and professional studies. The University enrolls approximately 7,300 students in graduate and undergraduate programs taught by 278 full-time faculty members. Visit www.calu. edu for more information about California University of Pennsylvania.

Tenure-Track Positions Clinical Counseling Psychologist Computer Science/ Computer Information Systems Cybersecurity/Computer Science Invertebrate Zoologist Nursing Social Work Sociology Speech-Language Pathologist Strategic Management Full Time Temporary Position Frederick Douglass Institute Visiting Scholar To Apply: Applications are accepted online only at https://careers. calu.edu/. Physical resumes are not accepted.

Veterans claiming preference should submit a copy of their DD214 to the ffice of Social quity, 25 University Ave., Box 9, California, PA 15419.

Integrity, Civility and Responsibility are the official core values of California University of Pennsylvania, an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Port Authority is seeking a Digital Communications Specialist to support and promote Port Authority services and accomplishments with digital tools, including but not limited to the Authority’s website and social media platforms. Under general direction, the Digital Communications Specialist will be responsible for executing the digital vision and strategy of the Public Relations Department and Chief ecutive fficer by developing and executing content that meets Port Authority goals.

Essential Functions: •Plans, develops and executes integrated social media programs under the direction of the Public Relations Manager. Using best practices and techniques to increase Port Authority’s visibility, presence and interaction with its customers, audiences, and social communities/followers; maintains and monitors social media platforms utilizing social media tools (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and responds to inquiries using these tools.

•Writes original copy of web, social media postings, and related marketing pieces, optimized for web readability, reading level, audience and search engines.

•Collaborates on web communication strategies and solutions related to digital marketing and public relations.

Job requirements include: •Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, ar eting or related field from an accredited school. Directly related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

•Minimum of three (3) years of experience in corporate/government communications or website design and internet publishing experience in corporate communications, public relations/advertising agency or related environment.

•Minimum of three (3) years of experience of significant involvement in the use of social media preferably at a fast-paced agency or in an inhouse creative setting.

•Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

•Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

•Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes, planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to detail.

•Valid PA driver’s license.

Preferred attributes: •Experience using a Content Management System such as EpiServer.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits pac age. nterested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to: Danielle Jacobson Employment Department 345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527 DJacobson@portauthority.org EOE

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Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting is an independent, locally owned, community-supported public media organization and is Pittsburgh’s NPR News station, 90.5 WESA and 91.3 WYEP, Pittsburgh’s Adult Alternative Music. PCBC is seeking an experienced Development Services Coordinator to join its team. This position is responsible for database management, gift processing, clerical support and general customer service. For complete job description and to apply, go to: pittsburgh communitybroadcasting.org/ and follow the employment link. Please no phone calls. PCBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks diversity in its workforce.

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COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the College will be held on: November 1, 2018 4:00 PM CCAC Allegheny CampusByers Hall 808 Ridge Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT Port Authority of Allegheny County REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 18-07

In the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Orphans’ Court Division, Estate of Kevin Warner, deceased, Case No. 6024 of 2018: Notice is hereby given that on October 1, 2 1 , a etition was filed by Frederic arner, to terminate the interests of the heirs and devisees of Kevin Warner, deceased, in the real estate located at 118 Grandview Avenue, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, and determine that fee simple title is in the Petitioner. If no e ceptions to the etition are filed within 3 days, Petitioner will seek an Order adjudging that the deceased’s interest to the property title is in himself.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ALLEGHENY COUNTY SANITARY AUTHORITY PUBLIC NOTICE

The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) is accepting Letters of Interest and Statements of ualifications from rofessional Engineering Firms who wish to be considered for the following: Engineering Design Services for the New East Headworks (S-430) October 16, 2018 nterested firms shall submit eight (8) bound paper copies and one electronic copy, either on CD or memory stick, in a sealed envelope plainly marked: tate ent of a ifications for Engineering Design Services for New East Headworks Allegheny County Sanitary Authority, 3300 Preble Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Attention: Suzanne Thomas An Informational Meeting will be held at 2:00 pm on October 24, 2018, at the ALCOSAN Auditorium at 3300 Preble Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15233 to present and clarify the goals and purpose of the Request for ualifications. All questions should be submitted, in writing, to Suzanne Thomas at Suzanne. thomas@alcosan.org.

ALCOSAN intends to award the services to one lead firm to perform all of the services. All submittals must be received no later than 2:00 PM on November 13, 2018 at the ALCOSAN Contracts Department. Please allow time to process through security. If the documents are sent via courier, it is Consultant’s responsibility to ensure the documents have been received.

Late submittals will not be considered and will be returned unopened.

Additional information and instructions may be obtained by visiting: http://www.alcosan.org/Business Opportunities/RFQsRFPs/ta bid /182/Default.aspx ALCOSAN encourages businesses owned and operated by minorities, disadvantaged, service disabled and women’s business enterprises to submit qualification statements or to participate as subcontractors or suppliers to the selected Firm. The Firm selected shall be required to utilize minority, disadvantaged, service disabled and women’s business enterprises to the fullest extent possible. The goals of the ALCOSAN’s Minority and Women Business Policy are listed on the ALCOSAN website at www.alcosan.org.

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The Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) recently issued a Request for ualifications RF for Certified Assessment Centers.

•An Applicants’ Conference will be held on Monday, October 22, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The conference is not mandatory but those interested in attending must RSVP by Friday, October 19, 2018.

•Letter of Interest Due Date: 4 p.m. on Friday, October 26, 2018 •Proposal Due Date: 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 For more details and submission information, visit: www.alleghenycounty.us/ Human-Services/Resources/ Doing-Business/Solicitations(RFP/RFQ/RFI).aspx.

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Estate of RUTH W. SPEER a/k/a RUTH VAN ARSDALE WHALEY SPEER, Deceased of Aleppo Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-18-05925. John C. Van Arsdale III, Executor, 111 American School Road, Harmony, PA 16037 or to AUBREY H. GLOVER, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC, 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Estate of GEORGE L. ROSTRON, Deceased of South Fayette Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania No. 02-18-06080. Jeffrey J. Rostron, Executor, 3801 Grove Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044 or to TODD A. FULLER, Atty;, BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC, 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Estate of CARMINE P. SEBASTIAN, deceased of Dravosburg, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania No. 02-18-06158. Angela R. Thompson, Executrix, 22 E. Welty Avenue, Dillsburg, PA 15479 or to ROBIN L. RARIE, Atty;, BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC, 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017

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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR PROJECT BASED VOUCHER PROGRAM 2018 PHASE II RFP #125-32-18

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) hereby request proposals from qualified Firms or Individuals capable of providing the following service(s): Project Based Voucher Program 2018 Phase II RFP #125-32-18 The documents will be available no later than October 10, 2018 and signed, sealed proposals will be accepted until 10:00 A.M., October 31, 2018 at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 100 Ross Street, 2nd Floor, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Parties or individuals interested may obtain information from: Mr. Kim Detrick – Procurement Director/Chief Contracting Officer Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh Procurement Department 2nd Floor, Suite 200 100 Ross Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-456-5116, Option 1 or by visiting the Business Opportunities section of www.hacp.org A pre bid meeting will be held: Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh Procurement Department 100 Ross Street 2nd Floor Conference Room Pittsburgh, PA 15219 October 18, 2018 10:00 A.M. The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh strongly encourages certified minority business enterprises and women business enterprises to respond to this solicitation.

HACP’s has revised their website. As part of those revisions, vendors must now register and log-in, in order to view and download IFB/RFPs documentation.

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes.

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October 11, 2018 The ffice of the County Controller of Allegheny County, in conjunction with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Contract Awards Room; 7th Floor; Commonwealth Keystone Building; 400 North Street; Harrisburg, PA 17120 will receive bids through ECMS or a diskette delivered to the aforementioned address until 11:00 A.M. prevailing local time, Thursday, November 1, 2018. Bids will be opened through ECMS at approximately 11:00 a.m. and can be viewed publicly in the Contract Awards Room, for the following: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 16th St Bridge Preservation City of Pittsburgh COUNTY PROJECT NO. AL05-1312 FEDERAL PROJECT NO. X111-941 MPMS NO.: 95796 THIS PROJECT WILL BE BID THROUGH PENNDOT ECMS As a prospective bidder, please note the following general Project data regarding: PreBid Information, Bidding Requirements, and Contract Conditions. See the Project Manual and Drawings(Proposal Report) for detailed information, responsibilities and instructions.

PREBID INFORMATION: View the Project Manual and Drawings(PROPOSAL REPORT) on the PennDOT ECMS website (http://www.dot14. state.pa.us/ECMS) or in Room 504, County ffice Building, 542 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

BIDDING REQUIREMENTS: THIS PROJECT REQUIRES PREQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS, INCLUDING SUBCONTRACTORS, AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 102.01 OF COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SPECIFICATIONS 2011 (PUBLICATION 408) ON THIS PROJECT. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ECMS AND IF NEEDED ADDENDA WILL BE ISSUED ELECTRONICALLY. INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS WILL BE PROVIDED IN THE PROPOSAL REPORT WHICH CAN BE VIEWED THROUGH ECMS. SUBMIT YOUR BID USING ECMS OR MAIL A DISKETTE TO THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, CONTRACT AWARDS ROOM. CONTRACT CONDITIONS: U.S. Department of Labor minimum salaries and wages apply to this Project.

The County Manager reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

The County of Allegheny, in accordance with the Davis Bacon Act and other Federal Labor Standards Provisions; Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, ffice of the Secretary, art 21 Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the County of Allegheny issued pursuant to such Act; Executive Order 11246; Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968; Section 109 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; and Executive Order 11625 (Utilization of Minority Business Enterprises), hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract pursuant to this Advertisement, the County will afford disadvantaged business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and the County will not discriminate against disadvantaged business enterprises on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. It is a condition of the bidding process/contract that responsive bidders/contractors shall follow the disadvantaged business enterprise procedures in the Bidding and Contracting Documents.

Chelsa Wagner CONTROLLER COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY

Port Authority of Allegheny County is requesting proposals for the performance of the following service: MOBILE TICKETING APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING SERVICES The work under the proposed Agreement consists of furnishing Authority with a fully implemented, managed, and hosted account-based Mobile Ticketing Application System (MTAS). The required Contract Services includes, but are not limited to: designing, building, operating, maintaining, supporting and improving the MTAS. The Agreement will be for a three (3) year period with option to extend the term of the Agreement up to an additional two (2) years at the sole discretion of Authority.

A copy of the RFP will be available on or after October 15, 2018, and can be obtained by registering at the Port Authority ebusiness website: http://ebusiness.portauthority. org and following the directions listed on the website. Please note that Proposers must register under the ebusiness Professional Services categories of PSITS – Pro-Information Technology and/ or PSSC – Pro Software Consulting for this RFP. Proposers may also register in other categories for any future RFPs issued by Port Authority. f you have specific questions regarding this RFP, please contact Melissa Dunbar at (412) 566-5286 or MDunbar@PortAuthority.org.

An Information Meeting for interested parties will be held at 9:30 a.m., prevailing time, October 22, 2018 in the Fifth Floor Board Room of Port Authority of Allegheny County s downtown offices, 345 Si th Avenue to answer any questions regarding this RFP. Hard copy proposals must be both delivered to, and time stamped by a representative of the Purchasing and Materials Management Department at or before 2:00 p.m., prevailing time, November 16, 2018 at the Purchasing and Materials Management Department, Port Authority of Allegheny County, 345 Sixth Avenue, Third Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15222-2527. Proposals received or time stamped in the Purchasing and Materials Management Department after the advertised time for the submission of proposals shall be non-responsive and therefore ineligible for award.

Each Proposer shall be solely responsible for assuring that its proposal is timely received and time stamped in accordance with the requirements herein.

This Contract Services may be funded, in part, by, and subject to certain requirements of, the County of Allegheny and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The proposal process and the performance of the requested services will be in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Port Authority of Allegheny County, in compliance with 74 Pa.C.S. § 303, as may be amended, require that certified iverse Businesses (“DBs”) have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts and subcontracts for these Contract Services.

In this regard, all Proposers shall make good faith efforts in accordance with 74 Pa.C.S. § 303, to ensure that DBs have the maximum opportunity to compete for and perform contracts. Proposers shall also not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, disability, national origin, sexual origin, gender identity or status as a parent in the award and performance of contracts for these Contract Services.

Port Authority of Allegheny County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

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Sealed proposals shall be deposited at the Administration Building, Room 251, 341 South Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15213, on November 6, 2018, until 2:00 P.M., local prevailing time for: Service Contracts for the following: - Masonry - Roofing - General - Security Systems - Plumbing - Fire Hoses and Extinguishers - Concrete Project Manual and Drawings will be available for purchase on October 15, 2018 at Modern Reproductions (412-488-7700), 127 McKean Street, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219 between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. The cost of the Project Manual Documents is non-refundable. Project details and dates are described in each project manual.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Sports & Exhibition Authority (SEA) will receive sealed bids for the project identified below. The contract for this work will be with the SEA. Inquiries regarding the bidding should be made to the SEA, 171 10th Street, 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Attn: Kevin Mielcarek, Email: kmielcarek@ pittsburghcc.com, Telephone: 412325-6167. Bid Packages may be obtained after the date identified below through Accu-Copy at 724935-7055. Additional information on the project can be found on Accu-Copy’s website: https://plan room.accu-copy.com/public.php.

This Advertisement applies to the following Bid Package: Project: David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLLCC) Bid Package Name: Exterior Concrete Repairs and Caulking Bid Package Available: Oct. 10, 2018 Approximate Value: $40,000 Time/Date/Location for Pre-Bid Meeting: 9:30 AM, Oct. 16, 2018 Time/Date/Location for Bid: 2:00 PM, Oct. 29, 2018, DLLCC, 1000 Ft. Duquesne Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15222

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR PROJECT BASED VOUCHER PROGRAM & GAP FINANCING FOR MIXED-FINANCE DEVELOPMENTS 2018 RFP #600-33-18

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) hereby request proposals from qualified Firms or Individuals capable of providing the following service(s): Project Based Voucher Program & Gap Financing for MixedFinance Developments 2018 RFP #600-33-18 The documents will be available no later than October 15, 2018 and signed, sealed proposals will be accepted until 11:00 A.M., November 2, 2018 at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 100 Ross Street, 2nd Floor, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Parties or individuals interested may obtain information from: Mr. Kim Detrick – Procurement Director/ Chief Contracting Officer Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh Procurement Department 2nd Floor, Suite 200 100 Ross Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-456-5116, Option 1 or by visiting the Business Opportunities section of www.hacp.org A pre bid meeting will be held: Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh Procurement Department 100 Ross Street, 2nd Fl. Conference Room Pittsburgh, PA 15219 October 24, 2018 11:00 A.M. The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh strongly encourages certified minority business enterprises and women business enterprises to respond to this solicitation.

HACP’s has revised their website. As part of those revisions, vendors must now register and log-in, in order to view and download IFB/RFPs documentation.

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes.

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Electronic Proposals will be received online at the Port Authority of Allegheny County’s Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.port authority.org).

Proposals/bid submittals will be due 11:00 AM on October 26, 2018 and will be read at 11:15 AM., the same day, at Port Authority’s Heinz location (345 Sixth Avenue, Third Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222-2527), for the following: Electronic Proposal - Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness. portauthority.org) B180851A Bus Batteries B180952A Janitorial Supplies -General B180953A Janitorial Supplies-Cleaning Products B180956A Wheel Flange Lubrication Sticks-LRV Paper Proposal – Documents are available for the following item at Port Authority’s Main Offices 345 Sixth Avenue, Third Floor, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 15222-2527 B180955A Leasing & Servicing of Coach Tires No bidder may withdraw a submitted Proposal for a period of 75 days after the scheduled time for opening of the sealed bids.

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on each of the above items at 10:00am October 10, 2018 at Port Authority’s Heinz location (345 Sixth Avenue, Third Floor, Pittsburgh, PA). Attendance at this meeting is not mandatory, but is strongly encouraged. Questions regarding any of the above bids will not be entertained by the Port Authority within 48 hours of the scheduled bid opening.

These contracts may be subject to a financial assistance contract between Port Authority of Allegheny County and the United States Department of Transportation.

The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.

Contractor is responsible for expenses related to acquiring a performance bond and insurance where applicable. All items are to be FOB delivered unless otherwise specified. Costs for delivery, bond, and insurance shall be included in bidder’s proposal pricing.

Port Authority of Allegheny County hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprise will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

The Board of Port Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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Sealed bid proposals are hereby solicited for the Community College of Allegheny County, 800 Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15233 (412.237.3020) on the following items: Bid Proposal No. 1030 – Printing Community Education Schedules Proposals will be received at the Purchasing Department until 2:00 P.M. Prevailing Time on Tuesday, October 30, 2018.

The CCAC Purchasing Department is now publishing all bids via the CCAC website at https://www. ccac.edu/Bid-RFP_Opportunities. aspx. It will be each vendor’s responsibility to monitor the bid activity within the given website (“Bid and RFP Opportunities”) and ensure compliance with all applicable bid documents inclusive of any issued addenda. Failure to incorporate any applicable addenda in the final submittal may result in the rejection of your bid.

The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

The Community College of Allegheny County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and encourages bids from Minority/Disadvantaged owned businesses.

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Tomlin’s team orchestrated two big wins in a row

by Aubrey Bruce For New Pittsburgh Courier

A conductor is a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir. “He was appointed principal conductor of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra.” Or a person in charge of a train, streetcar, or other public conveyance, who collects fares and sells tickets.

On this past Sunday, Oct. 14, the “train” of the Pittsburgh Steelers pulled into Paul Brown Stadium to face the Cincinnati ‘Bungles’…Bengals.

The “Bungles” from the “who dey,” jungle had a little cat-like swagger in their step, based on the fact that “dey” were sitting at the top of the food chain in the AFC North. However, when it was all said and done, the Pittsburgh Steelers declawed the big cats in their own backyard by the score of 28-21, leaving the Steelers just a half-game out of the top spot in the division (3-2-1). This was a must-win contest for the Steelers and when the fog clears from the swamp known as the AFC North, the Bengals will realize that they should have also approached the game as a “must-win” game.

It had been alleged since the beginning of the 2018 season, when Pittsburgh limped out of First Energy Stadium in Cleveland, having to be satisfied with a 21-21 draw with the Browns, that Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, the “conductor” of the Steelers train, had allowed the passengers to take control of the train and were des-

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AUBREY BRUCE tined to plunge off the “bridge to nowhere.”

During the time that this train plowed ahead toward destinations unknown, the Steelers lost to both the Kansas City Chiefs and their AFC North rivals, the Baltimore Ravens. At that point in the early season “Big“ Ben Roethlisberger was issuing self-deprecating quotes like this: “I’m not on the same page with anybody right now.”

“I’m not playing well enough, I need to play better. (It) was just a bad day at the office. I promise, I will be back to play better.”

In the loss to the Ravens in week 4, Roethlisberger completed 27 passes out of 47 attempts for 274 yards, and scored only 14 points. Against the Bengals, Roethlisberger completed 32 of 46 for 369 yards but scored 28 points. What was the difference in the two games?

The difference was balance, just offensive balance, on the ground and in the air. Roethlisberger completed passes to seven different receivers (eight if you count the one pass that was deflected back to him).

Play-action passing also meant something because against Cincinnati, Steelers running back James Conner ping-ponged off, over, around and through opposing tacklers, giving them “cleat-lined” dentures assuring them that they would need to be in concussion as well as “percussion” protocol because Conner beat the Bengals defense as if they were a badly tuned drum.

All aboard! Do all of you that were calling for the head of the conductor, Tomlin, have second thoughts now that beautiful melodies of recent victories are blaring from the sleeping car of the train? It seems as if a “symphonique” of success is now being composed for all the naysayers to listen to and enjoy. The “Hooterville” train of recent failures is preparing to depart from “Petticoat Junction” and all of the “fly-bynighters” are standing on the platform salivating and waiting to board.

If I were the conductor, I would tell them that the train was completely filled and they would have to redeem their tickets on the next thing smokin’.

All, aboard! It seems as if the Pittsburgh Steelers may now be playing sweet music from the same musical score while riding on the same train.

Carmack, Batts, Givner lead City League Hall of Fame Class of 2018!

by Bill Neal For New Pittsburgh Courier

:10—As you read this you’re reminded once again that you still don’t have your tickets for the 5th anniversary of the historic Pittsburgh City League High School All Sports Hall of Fame. Following four consecutive sellout years it’s probably not a good idea; but, just to get you moving in the right direction here’s the class of 2018.

(The other award categories will follow each week). Rodney Allen – Peabody, Claude Arrington – Carrick, Wilbur Bailey – Carrick, Wayne Copeland – Perry, Gilmore Cummings – Allegheny, David Dinkins – Schenley, Dominique Duck – Westinghouse, Jude Floyd – Peabody, Percy Fonville – West, Mike Ford – Schenley, Marvin Batts – Oliver, Casey Givner – Peabody, Chuck Griffey, Jr. – Perry, Harold Hamlin – Peabody, Margo Hinton –South Hills, Julius Hopson – West, Mike Howard – Schenley, Dana Knapp – Perry, Fred Marshall – West, Kim Martin – Schenley, Mike Ralston – Peabody, Chester Robinson – Carrick, Scott Schultz – Carrick, Charles Stock – Schenley, Stacy Williams – West, Shawn Yancy – West, Hudhaifa Ismaeli – West. :09—Now a good time to do a little ring kissing here. A Hall of Fame “Thank You” to the New Pittsburgh Courier. Mr. Rod Doss and Stephan Broadus for their 5th consecutive year as primary media sponsor for the City League Hall of Fame.

Hey, we’re talking about one of the oldest Black newspapers in America, people! Hoo – Rah!!! :08—Oh yea, the game, no worries here people. Coach

Overtime

BILL NEAL Tomlin and Big Ben have righted the ship. Your Pittsburgh Steelers still own the Cincinnati Bungles. 28-21. Black and Gold win a tough one. :07—No worries, and I repeat Le’Veon WHO??? Conner SCORES! :06—Rare as it might be, when I am wrong I’ll admit I am wrong. Pitt is tough enough, fast enough, good enough.

Witnessed beating Syracuse last week and taking #5 Notre Dame to the wire this past Saturday under “The Damn Lucky” Golden Dome and without their best defensive player. HAIL TO PITT and Hail to my cousin, Denny Briggs. I’ll never doubt you again. :05—As you know, I can be a little global on occasion, so here goes…If you don’t vote, you’re part of the “Trump” problem, not the solution…Kanye West = Idiot…The absolute best to everyone affected by Hurricane Michael.

Man, Michael was no joke! :04—Look, the only thing I can hope for is they gave Jim

Brown a lot of money to show up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum. If not, it brings the greatest running back in the history of football off the Mount Rushmore of football. I mean, if it’s about the money at age 82, I can live with it. I am just sayin’! :03—Oh, please shutup about it. “A Star is Born” is good and you know it. Emotional, chickflick, tear-jerker, yes, all the above. You went because she told you to or…and, you loved it. Yep, me too. :02—And now, boys and girls, you know why the Steelers have been waiting on Vance McDonald. At 6’4” and 270 pounds he’s a one-man wrecking machine.

“He’ll chew you up Rock!” (Rocky III…Mick telling Rocky he can’t beat Clubber Lang. – C’mon people, try to keep up here.) :01—Wait, say what…Conner scores again! Bell, don’t let the door hit ya where the good Lord split ya! :00—The wait is over, the time is now. You’ve been waiting and Achieving Greatness will deliver. AGI has teamed up with Chuck Sanders and the Savoy Restaurant to bring you “Champions Live” Sports Talk Show. Live at the Savoy every Thursday starting November 1. Exciting sports talk, celebrities, VIPs, prizes and surprises. Starring yours truly, Smokin Jim Frazier, Darnelle “Dap” Porter, Carmen Bruce, Keith Davis, and ‘”Major” Mark Whited. Free parking, free admission, cash bar, cash kitchen, weekly 50/50. Streamed live by Marcus Robinson and the Pittsburgh Bullets on YouTube and Facebook. Call 412-628-4856 if you want to get on!

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I’m about to have me a Kavanaugh!

(TriceEdneywire.com)—I’m mad. So mad that I can spit. Throw stuff. Holla.

Make some noise. What is a righteous woman to do? I’m about to throw me a Kavanaugh.

Brett Kavanaugh may have made it to the Supreme Court, but he also needs to make it to ignominy. In other words, he needs to go down in disgrace, not because he was accused of sexual assault, not because Senate Democrats never got his work product they asked for from the Bush Administration, not because there is some evidence that he perjured himself when he testified to the Senate during his hearing. Kavanaugh needs to go down in disgrace because he is an intemperate, rude, sexist who managed to maneuver himself onto the Supreme Court because his sponsor, the genital-grabbing President of the United States, stood by him.

Few have seen such a disgraceful performance as Kavanaugh’s 45-minute diatribe at the Senate Judiciary Committee. More than two thousand law professors said his demeanor was so objectionable that he was unqualified for the court. The former dean of the Yale Law School called his presence on the court “a national disaster.” He was confirmed by the narrowest of margins and is poised to move the court to the right, imperiling all kinds of human

Julianne Malveaux

Commentary rights, including voting rights, a woman’s right to choose, and other rights.

For his outburst and his ignorance, he deserves to go down in history, not as a Supreme Court Justice but as a singular example of White male rage and privilege. So let’s make Kavanaugh a noun, verb, and adjective of disgrace. As a noun, it’s straightforward. It’s a synonym for hot, crazy, intemperate, loud, woman-interrupting fit. Noun. He pulled a Kavanaugh on us. That’s what we say when a fool White man loses it, gains some redness, inhales barrels of water, and simply makes a spectacle of himself.

As an example, didn’t Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) pull a Kavanaugh when he had an outburst during the Senate hearings?

Kavanaugh’s outburst set a standard for outrageousness. When women of color raise their voice and lose their tempers, think Serena Williams at the US Open, they are vilified with hostile and racist cartoons coming from all over the world. I’ve yet to see a Kavanaugh cartoon that has lava coming out of his head or through his ears. I say lava, but given the line of questioning, it might well be another liquid, maybe beer. Since Kavanaugh has set a standard for outrageousness, let’s memorialize it by making him that kind of a noun.

He could also be a verb. He is just Kavenaughing for attention, we might say to the perpetrator of an outburst.

Lots of Kavenaughing going on on Capitol Hill. Let’s just call it as it is.

Not a fit. Not a tantrum. Not a loss of control. But a Kavanaugh.

A particular aspect of the Kavanaugh, or Kavenaughing, is interrupting, especially interrupting women. So the use of the Kavanaugh noun, verb, adjective is easily adaptable to the workplace, given the frequency with which men enjoy interrupting women.

Please, don’t Kavanaugh me today, I’d like to make my point, a woman might say. Or we’ve had enough Kavanaughing for today, let’s conform to codes of civility. Can’t you see how invoking the name of the great interrupter puts everything in perspective? To Kavanaugh is to interrupt, to disrespect, to come back with a tepid apology, and to be assured that you will get away with it.

Then there is an adjective here. An adjective is descriptive, and Kavanaugh is sure-nuff a descriptive. That was a Kavanaugh fool. She through a Kavenaugh fit. I won’t have a Kavanaugh worker in my shop. We can’t pay for Kavanaugh water consumption, we’re on a budget. There was so much in that Kavanaugh performance to link to a noun, verb, pronoun that I’m sure my Kavanaugh fit hardly scratches the surface.

The 51 Senators who confirmed Brett Kavanaugh to be a Justice of the Supreme Court represent a minority (about 45 percent) of the population.

That alone is ground for considering amendments to the Constitution. More importantly, while we in the majority can’t immediately impeach, but we can immediately induct him into the Hall of Shame by making him a noun, verb, adverb (and for that matter a pronoun and an exclamation point). I am about to go somewhere, holler and scream at a job interview, and just have myself a nice comfy Kavanaugh!

(Julianne Malveaux is an author and economist.)

FORUM

We have come too far to start over!

This week’s colty of death. Howevumn is the result Louis ‘Hop’ Kendrick er, we risked death of a gospel song I by learning how to heard this week. read and write and The title of the built institutions song is the capof higher learntion of the column ing and churches. above, “We have History is replete come too far to with Black invenstart over!” tors, male and feThe daily newsmale, architects, print and TV saturate the readers and medical achievements, etc. Professional viewers with a multitude of negatives sports, players, coaches, and even ownthat occur in our neighborhoods, fami- ers as well. Blacks occupy the positions lies, churches, schools, politics, national like college presidents, senators, goverand local, etc. There are untold numbers nors, commissioners of fire and police of readers and viewers that agree with departments, and even President of the me who often state, “What has happened United States, Barack Obama. There are to us as we attack, kill, and rob each oth- a lengthy number (not nearly enough) er,” and then ask, “Are we worse off than of Black men and women who have we were 40 years ago?” Have we forgot- achieved the status of millionaires. ten the 1960s when we marched, boycotIt’s imperative that I remind you of ted, advocated for sophisticated voting? those that stabilized the families, not Has the God we serve forsaken us, or names that are nationally-known. Dadgrown disgusted with us? Do you remem- dy, momma, granddad, grandma, uncles, ber the phrase in the Bible, “No more wa- aunts, brothers, sisters, etc. These perter, but fire next time?” God did not bring sons instilled in us race pride, self-pride, us this far to leave us. It is imperative love, and responsibility. The absolute bethat we don’t become so disgusted that lief that we can do anything but fail, yes we talk about giving up, losing faith in they were the rock that stabilized THE our God or ourselves. It is important that BLACK FAMILIES. we focus on the opening statement, “We Yes, there is trouble in the land, but have come too far to star over.” Allow me there has always been trouble. Howevto highlight how far we as a people have er, as you have just read a partial list of come. our accomplishments, “WE HAVE COME There was a period of time when it was TOO FAR TO START OVER.” (Louis “Hop” Kendrick is a contributor to the forbidden by law for Blacks to learn how to read or write under the extreme penal- New Pittsburgh Courier.)

To Tell The Truth

Was Malcolm X a sellout for meeting with the Klan?

During the 2016 regation which gave presidential race, J. Pharaoh Doss The Nation of Islam Republican nominee a common interest Donald Trump told with the Klan. A Black Americans week before Malthat the Democratic colm’s assassination Party failed them. (by Black people Trump asked Black who labeled him a Americans, what did sellout), Malcolm X they have to lose if admitted publicly they voted against that he met with the the Democrats. heads of the Ku Klux Klan to negotiate After Trump’s presidential upset he a land deal for Elijah Muhammad. Malwanted to meet with distinguished colm said, “They had some very responsimembers of the Black community. Some ble persons in the government who were Blacks refused to meet with Trump, be- involved in it and who were willing to go cause they felt the president-elect was along with it. They wanted to make this a racist, but others accepted the invita- land available to him so that his program tion. But the Blacks that refused to meet of separation would sound more feasible called the Blacks that met disloyal. to Negroes and therefore lessen the presOne online headline said: Malcolm X sure that the integrationists were putwarned Blacks about sellouts entertain- ting upon the White man. I sat there. I ing racist leaders like Trump. This writer negotiated it. I listened to their offer. And wrote, “There has been a lot of criticism I was the one who went back to Chicago of Black celebrities who have met with… and told Elijah Muhammad what they Donald Trump as he transitions to the had offered.” presidency.” Notable stars and activists In 1961, several members of George who have met with Trump include Jim Lincoln Rockwell’s American Nazi Party Brown, Ray Lewis, Kanye West, and co- attended a Malcolm X speech. The Nazis median Steve Harvey. The meeting with were seated in the front row and during Harvey has created the biggest stir on so- the request for contributions to concial media with some calling him a “coon,” tinue the work of the Honorable Elijah “Uncle Tom,” and “sellout” for speaking Muhammad, the Nazis made donations. with Trump. Then the writer used one of Rockwell said, “I am fully in concert with the many Malcolm X quotes about Uncle their program, and I have the highest reTom Negro leaders meeting with Whites spect for Elijah Muhammad.” to turn the Black masses astray.

If Kanye West is a sellout for having Recently, that insignificant moment in an insignificant meeting with President presidential transition time, repeated Trump, then what was Malcolm X? its insignificance when President Trump In 1967 the FBI created a “Ghetto Inhosted a televised meeting with hip formant Program.” Its stated purpose hop star Kanye West, but the backlash was to monitor public opinion in Black against Kanye West for his racial treach- communities, and by 1968 the FBI hired ery was more intense. over 3,000 people to develop its “ghetto Kanye West has become hip-hop’s ver- listening post.” A common tactic used by sion of Clarence Thomas, and social the FBI was to spread rumors that this or media is full of Malcolm X images and that activist had “sold out.” (This worked quotes about sellouts and Uncle Toms in well against the Black Panther Party.) the service of Whites.

Nowadays, when I hear Black people But in 1960 Malcolm X met with mem- refer to other Blacks as sellouts I wonder bers of the Ku Klux Klan. if they’re on the FBI payroll.

(J. Pharaoh Doss is a contributor to the New The Nation of Islam promoted racial separation and were opposed to deseg- Pittsburgh Courier.)

Check It Out

Letter To The Editor

Discuss air quality issues in Pittsburgh Dear Editor: As residents of Pennsylvania, our right to clean, pollution-free air is being violated. Prolonged exposure to poor air quality can result in premature births, increased risk of cancer, and stunt lung development in children amongst a multitude of other ailments that can impact one’s quality of life or even result in death. Allegheny County is in the top 2 percent of counties in the United States that are at risk for cancers linked to poor air quality. With alarming reports like these, can we honestly say that the government is working with the best interest of its residents? Or is the government more interested in satisfying the needs of big businesses?

This letter is a call to action to have County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and the Allegheny County Health Department hold industrial polluters accountable to the utmost degree. The Allegheny County Health Department has failed to enforce the Clean Air Act. Half of Allegheny County’s largest polluters operate without valid clean air permits. This is unacceptable and needs to be addressed immediately. I urge County Executive Rich Fitzgerald to hold to a town hall meeting to discuss the air quality issues in Pittsburgh.

Bryan Tatum PennEnvironment Pittsburgh

Stand against policies that deprive families Dear Editor, No one should ever have to choose between feeding their family and staying in this country. But that is exactly the situation many people will find themselves in if proposed changes to U.S. immigration policy are permitted to proceed.

According to the new changes, a person can be denied permanent residency if they have been a recipient of SNAP

(formerly food stamps), Medicaid, federal housing assistance, or other anti-poverty programs. This is just plain wrong.

The administration must change course. And members of Congress and people across the country should stand up against this or any change that cuts families off from food and medical care.

Nina Hamilton Pittsburgh

NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER

Raynard Jackson

Commentary

Women do not have a right to be heard (NNPA)—Feminism began innocently enough as the pursuit of women having full equality and participation in American life, including the right to vote, equal pay, and inclusion in the workplace.

Black women, historically, have never been included in this radical movement; it has been predominately comprised of white middle class women, but I digress.

But this modern-day radical feminism has devolved into a movement that is doing more harm to women than good. One need only look at the buffoonery this movement undertook in its attempt to defeat Brett Kavanaugh’s ascension to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Christine Blasey Ford accused Judge Kavanaugh of raping her when he was 17 years old. There is absolutely no evidence or corroboration to prove Ford’s allegation; despite this, women and weak-kneed men lost their collective minds.

To further complicate matters, this issue of rape got hi-jacked by the idiotic “Me To” movement; which is simply another George Soros-financed radical movement.

Let me emphatically state that women do NOT have a “right” to be heard! What is the source document for this alleged right? It’s not in the U.S. Constitution. It’s not part of any existing federal, state or local law. So, just like Ford’s charges against Kavanaugh, this “right” to be heard is without basis.

Nor do women “deserve” to be heard. On what basis do these women “deserve” to be heard? Simply because they are a female? I don’t think so!

Women do have the right to be heard by a jury of their peers if they have evidence to prove they have been raped or otherwise aggrieved!

So, if they do decide to step forward with allegations, they must provide evidence and be willing to have their evidence challenged in a court of law and yes, even before the U.S. Senate.

One is not presumed to be telling the truth simply because they assert they were raped and they are female.

Hillary Clinton stated in a tweet, “every survivor of sexual assault deserves to be heard, believed, and supported.” She obviously forgot to issue the disclaimer, “unless you are an accuser of her husband, Bill Clinton.”

So, let me make sure I understand this, alleged survivors of rape “deserves to be heard, believed and supported.”

Who should hear them? A total stranger like all the senators who are being accosted in senate elevators and told they must listen to them? Who should believe them? A total stranger who is approached by an alleged survivor and told they must believe them even though they don’t know them? Who should support these alleged victims? The government, the church, or the local fraternity? Who? Who walks up to a total stranger and says I am a rape survivor and you must listen to my story, believe me, and then show your support for me? Huh? Oh, I forgot, Soros-backed, paid, professional protesters believe in walking up to total strangers and saying, “Hey, I have been raped.” Just wanted you to you to know.

Does rape happen? Of course. Do some women lie about being raped? Of course. Must I believe a woman simply because she makes an allegation of being raped? Of course not.

And this is where the breakdown in civil discourse begins to disappear.

This whole “me too” charade has nothing to do with respect for women and equality for all; but has everything to do with the total emasculation of the male species. Period.

Young girls are being taught and force fed that they don’t need a man in their lives; not even their sperm because now we have artificial insemination.

Girls are being taught that they can do everything a man can do and there are no longer any differences between the sexes; that these supposed differences where artificially contrived by the old white male patriarchy system as a means to marginalize and control women.

Well, to my liberal friends, you don’t have the authority to unilaterally change the U.S. Constitution simply to advance your leftist agenda. If you don’t like the laws on the books, maybe you should work with the congress to change the laws; not just make allegations and expect people to automatically give you the benefit of the doubt.

I think it is totally idiotic to think that men must subjugate their presumption of innocence in order to make women “feel” good and believed.” I will not play these silly mind games to placate these radicals.

We have a well-established system of jurisprudence in our country that has worked pretty good for us, despite some blemishes.

We, as a nation, cannot afford to allow our legal system to become tainted with this radical form of feminism under the guise of making women feel good.

I am reminded of the sex scene in Monsters Ball with Billy Bob Thornton and Halle Berry. Right before they engage in their notoriously hot sex scene, Berry looks passionately into the eyes of Thornton and sensuously asks, can you make me feel good?”

So, the moral of the story is; whenever you ask someone to make you feel good, someone is gonna get screwed!

(Raynard Jackson is founder and chairman of Black Americans for a Better Future (BAFBF).

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THE PENN HILLS INDIANS…

UNDEFEATED

With two regular season games remaining, the Penn Hills Indians are a perfect 8-0 (5-0 in conference)

after crushing Shaler, 52-7, on senior night, Oct. 12.

Penn Hills is at Baldwin, Oct. 19, and at North Hills,

Oct. 26. Courier photographer Andre Swinton Jr. captured all of Penn Hills’ highlights.

THE STIFF-ARM—Penn Hills QB Hollis Mathis

SOME OF THE PENN HILLS CHEERLEADERS ON SENIOR NIGHT…

TERRY SMITH eludes Shaler defenders…

TERRY SMITH Is a hard young man to get to the ground…

THE PENN HILLS CHEERLEADERS are instrumental to their football team’s undefeated record.

PENN HILLS CHEERLEADERS

IN THE CITY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS… Thursday, Oct. 18 – 7 p.m.

Westinghouse at University Prep Friday, Oct. 19 — 7 p.m.

Perry at Allderdice Both games at Cupples Stadium

DAEQUAN HARDY heads into the end zone for one of Penn Hills’ many touchdowns against Shaler, Oct. 12 (Photos by Andre Swinton Jr.)

GATEWAY IS UNDEFEATED, TOO! Monroeville’s football squad is also 8-0 overall, Aliquippa is 8-0, Jeannette is 8-0 and Clairton is 7-0! High school football is coming down to the wire in our area, and the New Pittsburgh Courier will keep you updated with all the happenings…get more at newpittsburghcourieronline.com

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Allderdice, Brashear in a City League battle

TOUCHDOWN!—Allderdice’s Rashaun Caldwell is lifted into the air BRASHEAR’S MAX TOWNSEND is a hard man to flag down, as he is a major player for the Bulls. Brashear lost to Allderdice, 28-13, at by teammate Kenny Hardin, as the Dragons defeated Brashear, 2813, Oct. 11.

Cupples Stadium, Oct. 11. (Photos by Andre Swinton Jr.)

THE BRASHEAR CHEERLEADING SQUAD… THE ALLDERDICE CHEERLEADERS…

DALEN DUGGER of Allderdice airs it out…

ALLDERDICE’S RASHAWN HARVEY is met by multiple Brashear Bulls in the hard-fought contest at Cupples Stadium, Oct. 11.

ALLDERDICE CHEERLEADERS…