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Nebraska’s Only Black Owned Newspaper Vol. 85 - No. 19 Omaha, Nebraska
Friday, May 12, 2023
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Anita Johnson, Avil Jackson, Keyonna King, Carolyn Williamson, and Alisa Gilmore
Omaha (NE) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated inducts New Members The Omaha (NE) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated has expanded its chapter with five new members. The Links, Incorporated is an international, non-profit corporation established in 1946. The membership consists of more than 17,000 professional women of African descent in 299 chapters located in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and the United Kingdom. It is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of extraordinary women who are committed to enriching, sustaining and ensur-
ing the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. Members of The Links, Incorporated contribute more than one million documented hours of community service annually-strengthening their communities and enhancing the nation. For more information, visit www.linksinc.org. The Omaha (NE) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated was chartered on September 30, 1950. As the 6th chartered chapter in our organization, we are considered a legacy chapter. For more information: www.omahachapterlinksinc.org ★
Viking of Distinction North High’s 39th Vikings of Distinction Banquet took place at the Field Club of Omaha. Among the honorees was our community’s own:
Doris Ellis Moore Class of 1974
Living a life in pursuit of passion and purpose defines Doris Ellis Moore. A Goodrich scholar and graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Doris held several positions before opening Heartland Counseling and Consulting Center, which provided outpatient therapy. She subsequently established the Center for Holistic Development, addressing the many issues of mental illness. Her strong faith led her to
activities such a choir coordinator and Sunday School teacher at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. For her notable achievements and contributions to the betterment of her com-
munity, Doris has been recognized by Women on a Mission, Urban League of Nebraska, Red Dress Luncheon, and 100 Black Women Community Health Award. ★
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“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a while, but their hearts forever.”
Urban League of Nebraska (ULN) held its annual Scholars Reception at the College of Saint Mary Warde Conference Center. Forty area high school seniors received scholarships because of their academic and community achievements. This longstanding event is a core element of the Urban League of Nebraska’s mission to ensure that more individuals have a chance to realize their educational dreams. “Education is a key component of the mission of the Urban League of Nebraska, so it is only fitting that we help ensure that more youth can have the opportunity to attend college. The scholarship program recognizes some of our community’s best and brightest and is also an investment in our future leaders. Many of these students are already highly involved in making Omaha a stronger, more resilient city. It is an honor to celebrate them and their
accomplishments,” states Wayne Brown, President and CEO.
2023 Urban League of Nebraska Scholars:
Jakaya Bedford Tyteanna Belvin Jasmine Bogard Tre’Vionne Brown Jdyn Bullion Sierra Cain Jayla Cannon Azriel Carr Tia Chism Kobee Coleman Ja’Cya Cooper Dakarai Davis Aaliyah Farmer Jordyn Frank Michaela Gunter Inaya Henley Arianna Hill Kamden Hutcherson Ra’Nyah Marion Esperanza Martinez Kobe McPhaull Zakiyyah Muhammad Mia Page Prayvell Pope I’Yanna Powell Demetrius Price Grayson Ridder Young
Amarah Riley Braylan Royal Jaylin Sims Natrielle Smith Kalila Spellman Cory Vaughan Jr. Jessica Vazquez Ni’Kiya Viktora-Long Tyrese Walker Milana Webb Avarae Wells Dayanna Wells Jamiyah Williams
About Urban League of Nebraska
Started in 1927, Urban League of Nebraska focuses on three core areas – school, work, and community. With programming beginning with afterschool care, attendance, moving to post-secondary success and employment services, ULN serves over 6,000 people annually. The mission of ULN is to be an empowering voice in the community advocating for economic self-reliance, parity, power, civil rights, and equal opportunity for all. ★
Publisher’s Pen Terri D. Sanders
]Happy Mother’s Day Weekend. For me Mother’s Day is about LEGACY. My mother, Opal M. McAlister raised me in the old school way. And my children are the same. Elders names have a “handle” on their names: Mr., Mrs. Miss, Auntie, you know what I mean. Whether we are social friends or business associates if you were born before me, I call you Mr. or Mrs. I honor those who have a seasoned life. I revel in LEGACY. I am a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and am a Golden Life 1 level membership. I became a Delta in 1978, the same year I graduated from Creighton University. Talk about legacy…Those twenty two ladies were extraordinary. This past weekend I participated in the Membership Induction of five ladies into The Omaha (Nebraska) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. On the day before the induction, I lost my voice due to allergies. Friday night I drank every concoction I could think of to heal so that I could participate in the ceremony on Saturday, mission accomplished. Membership has privilege. I am honored to have membership in two of the leading organizations in our Culture. Each organization has its own legacy. Legacy is important. It is our responsibility to share what we know with those who are coming behind us.
MEMBERSHIPS
Sharing the ropes, the secrets, and paths that lead to success. My favorite saying is: “You are not a success if you do not have a successor.” People in our community that hold the keys have a duty to pass those keys on and not let the doors remain locked upon their leaving this earth. That is not acceptable…I am continuous on the look out for a successor to publish The Omaha Star. That is MY responsibility. I have been working since I was in the second grade and was able to count money. My parents owned McAlister’s Beauty Supply. I came to know many people because of that business. My mother was mature when I was born and she treated me like an adult and spoke to me with truth. I was exposed to national speakers, travel and experiences that have contributed to the fabric of my life and who I am today. For that I am thankful. That is LEGACY. I am the publisher of the Omaha Star Newspaper because I believe in LEGACY. The Omaha Star is an institution in our community and my commitment is to continue the LEGACY of what Mrs. Brown started and what the publishers who followed her have done. It is my intention to take the Omaha Star into the future and to share the GOOD News and promote justice for our community. I am one who believes in sharing LEGACY so that the good in our community continues to live on…Happy Mother’s Day to the LEGACY keepers, those who pass on the wisdom of life to continue the Culture… ★
“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”