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Local animal shelter in midst of fund- A "Uneek" Purpose raising season to help homeless pets winners. Money raised through these By Lucy Weber raffles goes to help feed and care for inners for two upcoming rafthe animals who depend on the dedifles to benefit the Corinth Alcorn cation of volunteers and generous Animal Shelter will be easy to spot: They will have furry coats donors. and four legs and be eagerly await"We stay full," said Charlotte ing a forever home. Doehner, volunteer director of the No matter who holds shelter. "We have a really the winning ticket for a active board of directors, and cooler filled with tailthe support of the commugating supplies in nity is wonderful. We mid-September or raise about $100,000 the winning entries annually through for 30 guns being fundraisers and donaraffled on Oct. 13, tions." the dogs and cats that fill The mission of the no-kill, non-profit shelter is to up the shelter at 3825 Proper Street are the true Charlotte Doehner see SHELTER pg 4
A radio personality with a unique voice and a drive to serve, Stephanie Moneek uses her platform as method to encourage, inform, and uplift those who listen. Originally from Chicago, Stephanie has always known she loved talking and interacting with people. Upon graduating from Shannon High School in Shannon, MS, Stephanie decided to pursue her love for people and majored in Psychology at the Mississippi University for Women and received her bachelor's degree in December of 2006. "I've always wanted to study people, and I was interested in why people do the things that they do," Stephanie said. On a normal Sunday morning, Stephanie's voice stood out to radio personality, Andre Donaldson (DJ Andre) while reading the weekly announcements at her church. DJ Andre recognized Stephanie's voice and told
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her that it belonged on radio. "I said thank you and didn't think much see MONEEK pg 4
Good boy Gus: Bloodhound on track to become search and rescue dog By Lucy Weber Gus has a nose for work, or what the 110pound, four-footed 1-yearold thinks is play. Billy Miller is preparing his bloodhound to be officially certified by two different search and rescue organizations so Gus can do what he does best - use his nose to follow a scent
wherever it leads. "He's the best bloodhound in the world," said Miller, who started training Gus at 10 weeks. "We're both learning together." Gus is the first bloodhound that Miller has owned but he had always wanted one. When the opportunity arose to get a puppy, "I took it."
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From the moment they started learning together, Miller said Gus show promise and aptitude. "It's just a game that he loves." Gus also loves his rewards in training for a job well done. "He is foodmotivated. He doesn't have a favorite - he just likes food," though Gus does have a special fondness for Little Caesar's, watermelon and pineapple, Miller said "He'll try just about anything, except he won't eat cucumbers or tomatoes." Miller said Gus enjoys his training. "We train sometimes 20 hours a week."
The work is paying off. So far, Miller said he's run Gus on scents 12- and even 24-hours old, and he's picked them up and tracked them. "Once, he picked up a week-old track." Once he catches a whiff of the smell he's tracking, Gus is all business. "When he's on a track, all his other senses shut down," Miller said, adding that he makes sure Gus stays on his leash so he can keep the dog safe while his nose is to the ground. Through the training, Miller said he knows to see GUS pg 4
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Most of us do one thing before crawling in to the bed at night; we set the alarm. With the alarm comes a day of work, kids, meetings, a trip to the grocery store and gas pump, church, sporting events, paperwork, and more. We clock in and spend the day trying to figure out how we are going to get everything we need to get done after we clock out. That's assuming you don't become too busy and forget to clock out. It sometimes seems as if there just isn't enough time in the day to accomplish everything that needs our attention. If you're like me, it just seems normal. I was raised and taught to have a strong work ethic. A positive work ethic was modeled for me by the men who were active in my life growing up. They worked and they worked hard. I patterned my work ethic after them. And I'm proud of my work ethic. You should be proud of yours, too.
Taking Time to Rest Though I modeled my life after them, I failed to study and mimic their rest and relaxation model. They did occasionally replace their work boots with a more comfortable pair of shoes. They'd take a day and hit the road to take in a ball game at St. Louis or Chicago. Some afternoons they just sat on the porch in silence with their feet up. They rested. We should as well. Everybody and everything needs rest. Bears hibernate in the winter. Teachers rest in the summer. Doctors and nurses do eventually leave the bustling office or hospital for home. Truck drivers are required to sleep. Vacations are legal. Whether they're affordable or not is another issue. Jesus even rested. If you find yourself constantly tired, irritable or weak today, the answer might not be another book or seminar or inspirational quote. You may just need to rest. It may be tough to put it in your schedule (it certainly was for the Disciples) but you'll be glad you did. The scripture mentions the importance of rest. Mark 6:30
notes Jesus as saying, "Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest." That was His formula for dealing with exhaustion. He went on to say, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." If we follow His teachings in regards to rest and take time for ourselves, we may see a difference in how we physically and spiritually feel. The research linking lack of rest and sleep to health disorders is abundant. Lack of sleep leads to stress. Stress is linked to high blood pressure, fatigue, weight gain, depression and much more. Sometimes we tend to medicate rather than heal. Even a car needs regular maintenance. So mark it on your calendar. Make some time for yourself. Take a walk, meditate for a few minutes, get a massage, and just rest. You might even try my favorite stress reliever; just say "no" sometimes. It's o.k. Let somebody else plan that event or bake that casserole for the potluck or prepare the next presentation. Fall is upon us. It's football
season. Even the trees are getting ready to "rest." So take some time for yourselves, take in a ballgame or take a nap. It's ok to "clock out" emotionally and "clock in" spiritually. Genesis 2:2-3 states, "By the seventh day God had finished the work he
had been doing; so on the seventh day He rested from all His work." What's good for Him should be good for us. Sleep is downright Biblical, so in the words of Jesus, "Rest." Whoo! Whoo! Until next time! All aboard!
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Monthly Meditation “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11: 28-30
Notable Quote Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time. ---John Lubbock
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1. Who plotted to have the entire Hebrew nation completely exterminated? 2. Who committed the first murder? 3. Who acknowledged the innocence of Jesus but allowed him to be crucified anyway? 4. Who made numerous attempts to swindle Jacob, who ultimately prospered? 5. What king was constantly making oaths of love and loyalty to David while frequently trying to kill him? 6. What evil king of Israel was led into even more wickedness by his beautiful and scheming wife? 7. Who ordered the killing of infant boys in Bethlehem? 8. What treacherous son led a revolt against his father, the king of Israel? 9. What ruler, who had already had John the Baptist beheaded, was Jesus made to appear before? 10. What two traitorous army captains murdered their king as a favor to David and were then executed by David for treachery? 11. Who stole idols from her father? 12. What robber was released from prison at the time of the Passover? 13 According to Malachi, what were the people of Judah stealing from God? 14. Which epistles say that the day of the Lord will come like a thief? 15. What disciple stole from the treasury? Send in your answers to the following Bible Trivia Questions and take a chance at winning a complimentary bible from the Community News Flash. Random drawing will be held monthly
August Answers 1. Goliath (1 Samuel 17:4-6) 2. Pilate (Matthew 27:23-24) 3. Thessalonica (Acts 17:5) 4. David (1Samuel 17:40) 5. A two-edged dagger (Judges 3:16-21) 6. Shamgar (Judges 3:31) 7. A tent peg through his temple (Judges 4:17-21) 8. Absalom (2 Samuel 18:14) 9. Ezekiel 19:34 10. Saul (1 Samuel 18:11) 11. Nazareth (Luke 4:29) 12. Ephesus (Acts 19:28-29) 13. Uzziah (2 Chronicles 26:14-15) 14. Paul (Acts 23:21-23) 15. Joshua 8:12-22 16. Herod (Matthew 2:16) 17. Joab (2 Samuel 3:26) 18. Amon (2 King 21:23) 19. Antipas (Revelations 2:13) 20. Hazael (2 King 8:7,15)
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MONEEK....from page 1 about it," Stephanie said. After much consideration, Stephanie shared her distinct voice with the world. In 2015, Stephanie and DJ Andre were offered to start a radio broadcast in Tupelo, MS on Mondays from 3-5pm, entitled "The Motivating Monday Crew." After the show ended, Stephanie began to miss being on air. Being away from the show for about 6 to 7 months, she began to ponder on her next move in life. "I wanted to do a morning show, and God spoke to me about it," Stephanie said. Willing to follow His voice, Stephanie said she remembers the Holy Spirit voicing "The Uneekly Living Radio Show" as the title of her morning show, in addition to offering a scripture reference for her show, 1 Peter 2:9. As she began to break apart the scripture to fully understand its message, she realized that everyone is unique in their own way, and she wanted to minister in this direction. "Every person has a gift or talent they are to present to the world, and our job is to create an atmosphere of moti-
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vation and inspiration," Stephanie said. When the show took off on 95.1, Stephanie and her morning crew began to talk about issues that are often times not discussed in the church. "People have real problems and new real answers that we address from a kingdom point of view, inserting what God wants to be said," Stephanie said. With topics including mental illness, homosexuality, women empowerment, and addictions, Stephanie's goal for the show has always been to "encourage and uplift." Stephanie's love for people and ability to inspire allows for "The Uneekly Living Radio Show" to impact North Mississippi greatly. "I can never be sure of what listeners are going through, but when people tell they are blessed by the messages we talk about on the show, that is the most rewarding," Stephanie said. Stephanie desires to advance her ministry beyond radio. "This is just the foundation; I see myself doing so much more," Stephanie said. Stephanie imagines that her ministry will be carried out in conferences, talk shows, and mentorship programs for young girls.
SHELTER.....from page 1 save the abused, neglected, abandoned and injured animals in the city and county. The shelter averages holding 1,200 to 1,400 animals during a year. Since opening in 2011, the shelter has found homes for 12,000 animals in Alcorn County or through partnerships with rescue groups in the northeastern parts of the country. So far this year, the shelter has sent 280 animals to homes in the Northeast. The shelter stays packed with animals like all other shelters in north Mississippi, Doehner said. "We stay full. As soon as we get animals out, we get animals in." The number of unwanted pets dropped off at the shelter continues to increase, she said. "A lot of puppies come in, but they are the easiest to adopt and the most in demand. Older animals are dropped off the most." An effort to reduce the number of unwanted puppies, known as ACSpay, began last year with $5,000 budgeted from the Alcorn County Board of Supervisors for a spaying program for female dogs. Ninety pet owners used the program that has a $25 fee. The shelter transports the
"It's about touching the hearts of people and letting them know that God loves them," Stephanie said. Currently participating in full time ministry at Words of Faith Church in Tupelo, Stephanie also is an advocate for their evangelism ministry. This ministry has developed the "Free Hugs" mission. Members of the ministry offer free hugs to all on Mondays and Wednesdays in Tupelo at 220 C Industrial Road. "The mission of Free Hugs is to revitalize hopes, dreams, and visions in the heart of God's people," Stephanie said. In addition to ministry, Stephanie is a full-time entrepreneur where she runs, maintains, and operates a financial education business. There she focuses on credit repair, restoration, and building. Stephanie credits all of her ministry and opportunities to God's grace. "It's a ministry, and I'm just a vessel," Stephanie said. To listen to "The Uneekly Living Radio Show", tune into 95.1 every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8am-10am. Broadcasts are also available on YouTube at Uneekly Living with Stephanie Moneek Maples.
dogs to local vets for the procedure and a rabies shot and then brings them back for the owner to pick up. "Not enough people are taking advantage of this program," Doehner said. This year, the Board of Supervisors has increased funding to $10,000, and the program will be available for female cats and a neutering program for male dogs. The shelter is always in need of volunteers, Doehner said, to walk dogs, bathe puppies, play with cats and kittens and much more. Those who want to help the shelter financially can buy tickets for upcoming raffles. A ticket to win the tailgating cooler is $5 and available at the shelter before the drawing in mid-September. An Oct. 13 fundraiser will be at the American Legion Hall, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets to the fish fry where 30 guns will be raffled off are $30 each or $100 for four. Tickets for this are also available at the shelter. This fall, the shelter will open a twoyear, national campaign to raise money for a new building. The current building, owned by the Board of Supervisors, was not built originally to accommodate an animal shelter.
GUS..............from page 1 watch Gus for the subtle signs he's picked up the trail. "You have to watch his body language. He'll give a head pop and his tail will curl." Miller is working to line up evaluators for Gus' certification trials. He expects that to happen within the next month or so, and he expects that Gus will pass with flying colors. "I believe he can pass the tests, no problem. He's going to be a fantastic (search and rescue) dog," Miller said. "He knows what's expected of him when I grab his gear. He's sniffing all the time." Miller said he's been in contact with the Alcorn County Sheriff's Department, the Fire Department and other local public safety agencies about having
"The new one will be a wonderful animal center where we can educate, care for animals and have a low-cost spaying clinic," Doehner said. "Our goal is to break ground in two years." A generous bequest of $300,000 to the city for a shelter is the seed money for the project that is expected to cost $2.5 million. Several landowners have offered a
Gus available to assist in search and rescues once he's certified. "We will go wherever they need us to find people who are lost," he said. Gus is Miller's constant companion. He takes Gus along wherever he goes to get him accustomed to the public in a variety of environments, "any way we can have him socialized more." One of Gus' favorite places to go is children's sporting events. "He's fantastic with children, especially autistic children," Miller said. "He's very laid back."
site for the new building. "We've got a lot of work to do," Doehner said. "We are not asking the taxpayers for any money." The fundraising campaign is seeking donors and grants to collect the money needed for the new shelter, she said.
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Don’t Put Up With Abuse If you wonder if you’re being abused, you probably are. It’s not the kind of thing people generally think about unless it’s truly happening. Unfortunately, many seniors are being abused, in various ways. It can be abuse if someone is: • Keeping your money, food or medicine from you. • Hiding your mail. • Keeping you from contacting your doctor or your friends. • Hurting you in a physical way, or even emotionally. Sometimes the abuse isn’t obvious, or maybe it has happened very gradually. Abuse can come from a spouse, for example. If your formerly mild spouse has changed — perhaps going into tirades or lashing out physically — your doctor needs to know about it. There could be a medical reason for a change in your spouse’s personality, and you have to take matters in hand to get to the bottom of it. Is a child or other relative always asking you for money? Do you give in because you’re afraid of what will happen if you don’t? That’s abuse. If you’ve had someone helping you write checks to pay bills each month, are you being pushed to sign checks when you don’t know what they’re for? That’s abuse. If you are ever physically injured, call 911. If you suspect that things have been stolen from your house, including money or medicine, or if you’ve been abused in other ways, you need to tell someone. Call your doctor, attorney, a caring relative or a kind manager at the senior center. Or you can call the elder-abuse hotline toll-free at 1-800677-1116. Whether you live at home or are in a hospital or nursing facility, you have the right to not be abused, and there is help for you. You’re not alone. But you have to take the first step and let someone know. Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send email to columnreply@gmail.com.
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Dealing With Repeat Bladder Infections DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have a problem with bladder infections. I have been getting one every month for the past three years. I am a 49year-old female. My doctor gives me Cipro and the infection goes away, but it returns in a month. I have tried some other antibiotics with the same result. A doctor examined my bladder with a scope and found nothing wrong. Do you have any ideas on what I could do? — L.H. ANSWER: Recurring bladder infections plague many women. They have to do with female anatomy. The female urethra — the tube that drains the bladder — is much shorter than the male urethra, and it opens to the outside world in a place where there is luxuriant bacterial growth. Bacteria can ascend up the urethra to the bladder with ease. Sexual relations contribute to the problem because contact massages bacteria into the urethra. Some steps should be taken. One is a culture of your urine to see if this is the same recurring bacterium and to determine its sensitivity to antibiotics. You might have a resistant germ, one that no longer completely responds to Cipro or the other medicines you have taken. One way of handling this problem is to stay on a small dose of antibiotic daily or three times a week for a protracted period of time so that eradication of the bacterium takes place. Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole with trimethoprim) and nitrofurantoin are two antibiotics often chosen. Or your doctor can give you a prescription for antibiotics to have on
hand. You start them immediately when symptoms arise. Early treatment increases the chance of completely getting rid of the germ. A third option is to take an antibiotic after intercourse. Cranberry juice (not cranberry cocktail) has helped many to stave off repeat bladder infections. The dose is 8 ounces a day (one glass). The booklet on urinary tract infections explains this common disorder in detail. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue — No. 1204W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My teen wears flip-flops all day, every day. We live in a fairly warm climate, and he wears them even during the winter months. I don’t think this is good for his feet. Do you have any information on this? — W.M. ANSWER: I don’t think flip-flop manufacturers intended them to be substitutes for shoes. They’re for the shower room, beach and a couple of other similar places. Researchers at Auburn University have examined flip-flop use and have found that constant wearing of them can present potential problems. The foot instinctively adapts to flip-flops to keep them on the feet. Users unconsciously take shorter steps, and their feet strike the ground at a slightly different angle than shoe wearers. When flip-flop users go back to wearing shoes, these foot mechanics persist and cause foot discomfort. Flip-flops provide no arch support and very little cushioning. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. Health newsletters also may be ordered from www.rbmamall.com. © 2009 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved
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How to Create and Spread Hope in Your Daily Life
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(StatePoint) With seemingly constant negative news reports telling of school shootings, suicides and more, you may feel like there is little to feel hopeful about these days, but experts say that having hope can be a powerful tool in good times and bad. “Whether you’ve lost a job or a loved one, or you’re experiencing general feelings of despair, hope can give you strength and renew your potential and purpose,” says Dr. Rosalind Tompkins, founder of the National Month of Hope. “Finding hope in everyday challenges is the first step to creating a solution.” To help you find hope in your life, as well as spread hope to others, Dr. Tompkins, a recognized “Hopeologist” and life coach offers the following advice. • Take a Hope Break. Schedule five minute “hope breaks” into your normal routine. Find a quiet place, take five to 10 deep breaths and think about good things happening, instead of the worst-case scenario. Make an affirmation and speak it out loud. Repeat as often as needed. • Take Action. Set goals and move forward, focusing on results. Surround yourself with people who believe in you and your progress. • Volunteer. Spread hope to your community by giving time, food and money to those in need. Whether you clean up a local park, read to children in schools or volunteer in a food pantry,
you’ll be spreading hope to those who need it, which can help you feel more hopeful too. • Have a Chat. Is there someone in your life who needs hope? Prepare yourself for a conversation with that person by turning on your own belief that things can get better. Start the conversation with something like, “I care about you and wanted to check in with you to see how things are going.” Ask them to share what they are going through and be prepared to listen. Let them know that you are there for them and reinforce feelings of hope. • Get Involved. In the spirit of spreading positivity, Dr. Tompkins has a goal of seeing 10,000 “Hope Connections” take place throughout 2018. After talking about hope with a loved one, you can share your story by joining the conversation online using #HopeChallenge. To learn more about the movement to make 2018 the Year of Hope, visit makeahopeconnection.com. While despairing often comes naturally in times of personal and public crisis, consider empowering yourself to move forward by adopting a hopeful attitude.
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Are You Prepared for Hurricane Season and Other Storm Emergencies?
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(StatePoint) Hurricane season is in full swing, running from June through November. Unfortunately, no one can stop a tropical storm or hurricane from happening and both types of weather events are increasingly impacting larger portions of the U.S. However, there are steps you can take that will help you weather a storm and better ensure the safety of your family. The experts at Freddie Mac recommend doing the following. • Know where to go in the event of a local area evacuation. Your area’s emergency management agency can provide this information. • Gather and protect important household documentation, including birth certificates, passports, marriage licenses, mortgage statements, deeds, insurance policies and medical files. • Protect your valuables and family mementos by
storing them in a safety deposit box, fire– and water–proof safe or moving them to higher ground where they are less likely to incur damage. • Download an app for your smartphone that allows your friends and family to know if you are safe. The American Red Cross has a free hurricane app as do many for-profit organizations. Other apps that are available include weather tracking apps, and apps that can help victims of storms find each other to pool resources and offer one another assistance. Be sure to keep your phone fully charged as long as your home has power and consider having an external battery pack on hand as well. • Assemble an emergency supply kit that includes water, flashlights, non-perishable food, firstaid supplies, batteries, a radio and medication. • Create a family emergency plan and make sure
everyone knows what to do and when. • Prepare your home for heavy rainfall and strong winds by cleaning up lawn debris, loose furniture and lawn items that will not be able to sustain strong winds. Secure loose rain gutters and ensure all gutters are clear from debris to keep water flowing and prevent further damage. • Consider building a safe room, if you are a homeowner, that meets Federal Emergency Management Agency criteria to provide at-home protection during extreme weather. More hurricane tips and information can be found at freddiemac.com/blog. The devastation of last year’s hurricane season was an important reminder that being prepared for a worstcase scenario is crucial. Before the next storm heads your way, be sure your family and home are protected.
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Gospel Tabernacle reaches those in need in programs, inside and outside the church building he said. By Lucy Weber Through the children's ministry, the Josh Hodum had a connection to church offers children their own service Gospel Tabernacle in Corinth long every Sunday. The ministry leads the chilbefore he became lead pastor in dren in Sunday school classes for an hour 2010. and then in their service for an hour. Hodum's paternal grandmother "We've seen a great number of was a member of the church our kids praying and seeking from its inception, and his God," said Hodum, adding that father, Bishop Gary Hodum, there are also many activities served as lead pastor of for youth. "It's a happening the church for 12 years place." beginning in 1998. Music also plays a large "It's a great heritage," role in the life of the said Hodum, who was church, Hodum said. "We the assistant pastor of get down with music. First United Come to one of our servPentecostal Church in ices and you'll leave Cookeville, Tennessee, knowing you had a great before following his time at church." father at the Corinth Gospel Tabernacle is a church. "I've always felt a growing congregation. "I am part of the church because privileged to pastor the of my family connection. Bishop Gary Hodum greatest people. We are very "This was my home away much growing. Within the last eight years, from home," he said. we have almost tripled in size. It's an excitThe church at 1624 Glover Drive lives by ing thing to be a part of." the motor "Where Everybody is Somebody." The church, which Hodum describes as "We're all in this together," Hodum said. vibrant, is a multi-cultural place of worship "Our church is big in children's ministry and big in recovery ministry, working with people that reflects the Corinth community. The church ministers outside its building who have all types of addictions." each week by holding services in the local The church works with the courts and jail and in an assisted living facility in attorneys to provide faith-based rehabilitaFarmington and to those in the behavioral tion. "God has given me a passion to help health and geriatric wings of the hospital. those struggling with addiction. There's no family not affected by addiction. I feel like as About 180 people attend services outside the regular church building each week through a church we are here to help the hurting. these programs, the pastor said. Why not deal with something that touches The church offers an outreach into the every family," Hodum said. Gospel Tabernacle helps those in recovery community by collecting food that it shares with those in need through the year and at through its Life in Focus ministry that meets Thanksgiving and Christmas. as a class with 40-60 people on average "We are a very busy church, but we are Sunday mornings and Mondays at 6 p.m. "It's a faith-based recovery program," Hodum always looking to help any persons who need help," Hodum said. said. "Anybody is welcome to come." Those in the Life in Focus ministry also attend the church's regular services also. "The beautiful thing is we are all there as one body of Christ. Our church loves God and loves people and wants to see all people helped,"
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Homeschool Team Competes In Robotics Competition
Drawn by Elias J. Miller (age 13) of Biggersville, student of Eagle Homeschooling group.
Special to the CNF Eagle Homeschool Robotics team is eagerly gearing up for their very first robotics competition. This newly formed team is comprised of Eagle
Homeschool Association students in grades 6-12. While Eagle Homeschool Association has been around since 1985, the EHS robotics team is a completely new venture.
Students are anxiously awaiting the Kickoff Day for the Mississippi BEST Robotics competition held at Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi on September
8th. This is where students will first learn of the challenge their robot has to complete and view the playing field for the robots, both of which have been kept secret. The mission of BEST (boosting engineering, science and technology) is to get students excited about engineering, science and technology through a unique hands-on competition, and to inspire them to pursue careers in these fields. Students have six weeks to design, build, program, test, and market a functioning robot that completes a given task. During the competition held on October 19th and 20th, students will be judged in areas other than how well the robot performs. An engineering notebook is a
vital part of the competition, as well as a marketing presentation and the student's ability to show team spirit and sportsmanship. Students take away much more than a trophy from this competition, they learn valuable life skills such as team work, leaderships skills, time management, critical thinking skills and so many more. These much needed life skills help students become better prepared to enter the workforce once they graduate. In order to attend the MS BEST competition, EHS students are engaged in the task of raising funds to cover expenses that are necessary to compete. While BEST supplies the team with a robotics kit, there are still much needed supplies such as tools,
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paints, equipment, consumable products, and travel expenses for the twentyfive-member team. EHS is not a school - it is an extracurricular support group for Alcorn County, Mississippi and the surrounding areas that receives no governmental funding. If you would like to sponsor EHS Robotics as it makes its debut into the BEST Robotics competition, all donations whether monetary or service- oriented, would be greatly appreciated. This truly is a way that YOU can invest in the future of Mississippi. If sponsoring EHS Robotics is of interest to you or your business, please contact Melody Whitfield by phone at 662-415-0607 or email at bwhitfield@liberty.edu.
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How Service Leadership Prepares Today’s Students to Succeed
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(StatePoint) Students are more successful when they practice leadership outside of the classroom. A recent survey conducted by Harris Poll found that 91 percent of respondents agreed with this statement. This survey was conducted on behalf of Lead2Feed, a free student leadership program attracting more than a million students and over 6,000 educators across all 50 states. There’s already realworld evidence supporting the survey data’s sentiment. Participants in Lead2Feed thought critically about their role in their communities, and say they gained the following benefits: • Engaged teachers. The Lead2Feed Student Leadership Program takes students through the steps to design and implement an effective, relevant service project. Teachers and advisers can enter their student teams into the Lead2Feed Challenge, where they can win grants for their school and charity. When teachers participate alongside students, the entire classroom is given an opportunity to transform their way of thinking. “What I realized was that the leadership princi-
ples I was trying to teach my students had actually began to transform me as well,” says Mrs. Allison Silverman, a teacher at Port Chester Middle School where students have earned more than $50,000 for charity and more than $15,000 in technology grants for their school over the six years they’ve been involved in the program. “I gained renewed confidence in my work and in my profession,” says Mrs. Silverman. • Relevant lessons. Classroom learning can often feel theoretical. When students lead their own community service projects, they have an opportunity to directly engage with real-world issues that have received national attention. Students at Miami’s Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH, one of the winners of the Lead2Feed Challenge), sought to address the issue of mental health that has consumed the nation’s psych through a project called “No More Stalling.” They created signs for school bathroom stalls with hotlines for tough issues students may be facing. “The class of 2021 was transformed into problem solvers and they emerged
with a vision,” says DASH teacher Mrs. Zudannie Nuñez-Hernandez. • 21st century skills. Working with fellow students to complete a project develops critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills, fostering the necessary attributes for students to become leaders within their classrooms and greater communities. Before completing the Lead2Feed program, only 27 percent of participating students felt that they could work well with others, only 18 percent believed they could develop effective solutions to problems, and only 16 percent felt they could communicate clearly and concisely with their peers. After completing the program, these numbers rose to 55 percent, 49 percent and 48 percent respectively. “Feeding young minds and local community groups in need are all part of this leadership program where students use 21st century skills, literacy skills and service learning to refine their leadership skills and to benefit local nonprofits,” says Diane Barrett, executive director of Lead2Feed’s presenting foundation, The Foundation for Impact on Literacy and Learning. To learn more, or to become part of the Lead2Feed network, visit lead2feed.org. Student leadership projects are an ideal component of a well-rounded education experience, fostering growth for the students that participate in these initiatives, and for the larger community that is improved through their service.
Celebrating a Milestone: Alcorn Missionary Baptist Church celebrates 135 Years
Deacon Freddie & Mrs. Lorraine McCrory
Joyce Walker & Louise King
Larry Gillard Jr.
Pastor Willie Paine & Pastor Larry J. Gillard Sr.
Deacon James H. Walker & Barbara Walker-Southward Pastor Larry Gillard Sr. & Mrs. Linda Gillard
Mary J. Wicks
Pastor Willie & Mrs. Sarah Paine
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The Community News Flash
NEWS FLASH
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The Community News Flash
Tomatoes Are Ripe for Flavorful Dishes My favorite summer snack is a handful of cherry tomatoes, picked straight from the vine, sprinkled with a little salt. Eating tomatoes was almost unheard of in the early 1800s because they were thought to be poisonous or strictly for ornamental uses. We have Colonel Robert Gibbon Johnson of Salem, N.J., to thank for single-handily proving to Colonial Americans that tomatoes were safe to eat. In 1808, Colonel Johnson brought tomato seeds home from Europe. He not only began growing and eating tomatoes, he offered a prize for the largest tomato grown in the area. Despite all of Colonel Johnson's efforts, tomatoes were still thought to be poisonous and not safe for human consumption.
Finally, he came up with the perfect way to prove that tomatoes were safe to eat. On Sept. 26, 1820, Colonel Johnson stood on the steps of the Salem courthouse, and in front of a crowd of 2,000, ate an entire basket of tomatoes. Many people in the crowd thought he was committing suicide. Johnson predicted, "The time will come when this delicious scarlet apple ... will form the foundation of a great garden industry and will be enjoyed as an edible food." Word quickly spread that Colonel Johnson had suffered no ill effects from this stunt. Soon, tomatoes became widely accepted as part of American cuisine. Today, Americans consume on average more than 80 pounds of tomatoes each year. Scientifically, tomatoes are classified as a fruit, but since they don't contain the sweet flavor of most fruits and are typically used
in savory dishes, they're legally classified as a vegetable. Tomatoes are low in calories and a good source of vitamins C, A and K. They're also a very good source of molybdenum, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, chromium and vitamin B1. In addition, tomatoes contain lycopene, which has antioxidant and cancer-preventing properties. I love using tomatoes as the "dish" for salads like this delicious shrimp salad. When you scoop out the tomato pulp, place it in a plastic bag and use it in
tomato soup or pasta sauce. The tomato pulp with keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 6 months. TOMATOES STUFFED WITH SEAFOOD SALAD 1 pound peeled, cooked shrimp (21 to 25 per pound; thawed if frozen), tails removed, chopped; or 1 pound imitation crab meat, chopped 1 stalk celery, finely diced 1/4 cup minced fresh basil 10 Kalamata olives, pitted and finely chopped (optional) 1/2 small purple onion, minced 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon sugar 4 large ripe tomatoes, cored In a small bowl, combine the shrimp or crab, celery, basil, olives, onion, mayonnaise, vine-
gar, salt, pepper and sugar together until well-combined. Using a melon baller or a small spoon, carefully hollow out the inside of each tomato, reserving the tomato pulp. Fill each tomato with a 1/2 cup of the seafood salad. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
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By Samantha Weaver
• “I have three kids, ages 10, 13 and 16. They seem to constantly be in need of money, and with my husband and me both working, we are in need of time. Whenever an odd job pops into my mind, I jot it down on a Post-it note, along with the estimated time to accomplish it, ’to be done by’ date and compensation. I post these on the family calendar, and the kids can do them for extra allowance. They get paid by presenting the ’receipt,’ and we check their work. It’s really helpful.” — T.C. in Minnesota • Keep a bottle of hand sanitizer in your vehicle. Whenever you get in the car, sanitize your hands. It’s an easy way to keep hands clean during the day. • “If you have a child who’s attached to his or her blankie, but is getting too old to port it about, try turning it into a pillow together. Fold it over, stitch up two open ends and stuff with filling, then close. The child can keep it for bedtime.” — Megan, via e-mail • “My husband has long been a user of glass baby-food jars in his workshop. Now I am just as big a fan: I use them to hold spices in the kitchen. I remove the label and glue a plain sticker over the lid to label the spice. The wider mouth of these jars makes it much easier to stick a measuring spoon into.” — J.R.J. in Florida • Go Green Tip: Although toilets and bathroom/kitchen faucets are the most common places for a water leak, they are not the only places you can lose water. Try checking your water meter before and after a period of time that you use no water. For instance, check it when you leave for work and again when you come home. Call your water provider if you need help locating your water meter. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@yahoo.com.
• It was the inestimable Miss Piggy who made the following sage observation: “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and it may be necessary from time to time to give a stupid or misinformed beholder a black eye.” • If you ever travel to the Far East, you might run across an aspidistra, an ornamental plant with an unusual claim to fame. Although most plants are pollinated by bees, birds and other flying creatures, the aspidistra is pollinated by the humble snail. • Do you suffer from hallux valgus? Don’t worry, the malady is not as bad as it sounds. It just means that you have bunions. • When a pope dies, the cardinals convene to elect a new one, but there’s no guideline requiring that a certain amount of time be spent in the process. In 1503, Pope Julius II was elected in only a few hours. In contrast, Pope Gregory X’s election in 1271 occurred nearly three years after the previous pope died. • Before he founded the auto company Mazda, Jujiro Matsuda worked in Japan as a blacksmith. • What do the words “uncopyrightable” and “dermatoglyphics” have in common? Dermatoglyphics is the study of skin patterns such as fingerprints, so the meanings have nothing to do with each other. These two are the longest words in the English language that have no repeating letters. • You might be surprised to learn that a taste bud lives only about 10 days. • If you’re like 80 percent of the women who responded to a 2006 survey, you never wear about one-quarter of the clothes you own. *** Thought for the Day: “Thanks to TV and for the convenience of TV, you can only be one of two kinds of human beings, either a liberal or a conservative.” — Kurt Vonnegut
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Message to Middle and High School Students
J. Moffett Walker, Retired Counselor & Author Hopefully, you enjoyed your summer vacation. Some of you, I am sure went on trips that you enjoyed. And some of you experienced a family reunion where you met relatives you did not know. Then others probably went interesting places in Corinth, and other nearby places such as Tupelo and Memphis, Tennessee. Moreover, vacation has ended, and now it is time to plan so you will do well in school with both academics and electives courses. By academic courses I mean: English, mathematics, science, social studies and foreign language; elective courses: art, industrial technology, computer and hopefully physical education. (some school systems have eliminated PE, but it helps to keep one physically active and healthy.) Many students learn and choose a career based on something learned in their elective courses. What about homework? When a teacher gives homework, and you complete it you will better understand the skill being taught. Homework will help you understand what ques-
tion or questions to ask your teacher. It can help you have something worthwhile to contribute to the class discussion. Speaking of class discussion, it's a chance for you, the student, to help develop your leadership skills. If you have a question, ask the teacher. Remember you are there to learn, and the teacher is there to help you with that process. The teachers I remember most are the ones who gave me homework. Now I understand they gave me math problems to solve, pages to read in literature and social studies, sentences and paragraphs to correct and rewrite in English for solid reasons. You may have homework in elective courses also. By the way, listening is a major part of learning. While the teacher is discussing a skill, be sure to listen; jot down a few notes to remind you to review that skill. Copy down the notes the teacher writes on the chalk board in you spiral notebook. Here is a BIG SECRET! Usually, that is what will be on the quizzes and tests Another hint, your text book will probably have study questions at the end of each chapter or section. Finally, every student must decide to do his or her best. Think and say to yourself "I will do my best." That is all anyone can expect of you. I hope 2018-2019 will be a successful school year for you.
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Pear Cobbler
Biscuits and Gravy For those of you who love biscuits and gravy, you can now enjoy them without all the guilt since this version has only 2 grams of fat. 1 (7.5-ounce) can Pillsbury refrigerated buttermilk biscuits 16 ounces lean ground turkey breast 1 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon HE’s Lemon Herb Pepper Seasoning or any lemon pepper 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups fat-free milk Bake biscuits according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet sprayed with butter-flavored cooking spray, brown turkey and onion. Add lemon pepper seasoning. In a covered jar, combine flour and milk. Shake well to blend. Pour milk mixture into skillet with browned turkey. Continue cooking until mixture thickens, stirring often. For each serving, arrange 2 biscuits on a plate and spoon about 2/3 cup gravy over biscuits. Serves 5. • Each serving equals: 242 calories, 2g fat, 24g protein, 32g carbs, 445mg sodium, 130mg calcium, 2g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Starch, 1/2 Fat-Free Milk; Carb Choices: 2. Visit Healthy Exchanges at www.healthyexchanges.com, or call toll-free at 1-800-766-8961 to signup for our FREE monthly newsletter. All you pay is shipping and handling. This is the only national food newsletter for diabetics, heart/cholesterol concerns and healthy weight loss.
Sweet, juicy and half the fat of a typical cobbler! This easy-to-assemble warm pear dessert is topped with a simple no-roll biscuitlike crust. Pear Filling 1/3 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 pounds firm but ripe Bartlett pears, peeled, cored and each cut into 12 wedges 1/4 cup dark seedless raisins 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Crust 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons margarine or butter, cold, cut up 2/3 cup low-fat (1 percent) milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1. Prepare Pear Filling: Preheat oven to 425 F. In large bowl, stir sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Add pears, raisins and lemon juice; with rubber spatula, toss to coat well. 2. Spoon pear mixture into shallow 1 1/2-quart ceramic casserole or 8inch by 8-inch glass baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, prepare Crust: In medium bowl, stir flour, baking powder, salt and 2 tablespoons sugar. With pastry blender or 2 knives used scissor-fashion, cut in margarine or butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In cup, combine milk and vanilla. Stir milk mixture into flour mixture just until blended. In cup, mix cinnamon and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar. 4. Spoon batter evenly over hot pears (batter may not cover pears completely); sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes longer or until crust is golden and pear mixture is hot and bubbly. Cool cobbler on wire rack 1 hour to serve warm. Serves 6. • Each serving: About 340 calories, 7g total fat (1g saturated), 1mg cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 68g total carbohydrate, 4g dietary fiber, 4g protein. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our Web site at www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipe finder/.
1. TELEVISION: What was the name of the frequently visited coffee shop on the sitcom “Frasier”? 2. U.S. STATES: What is the United States’ northernmost state capital? 3. ASTRONOMY: What object in our solar system is about 110 times bigger than Earth? 4. ENTERTAINERS: What was entertainer Mel Brooks’ last name at birth? 5. LANGUAGE: What is logorrhea? 6. LITERATURE: How many sonnets are attributed to William Shakespeare? 7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: About what percentage of people are left-handed? 8. GEOGRAPHY: Which European country is only 2 square kilometers? 9. ANATOMY: About how long does it take to blink your eye? 10. FAMOUS QUOTES: Who once said, “A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on”? Answers 1. Cafe Nervosa 2. Juneau, Alaska 3. The Sun 4. Kaminsky 5. Excessive talkativeness 6. 154 7. 10 percent 8. Monaco 9. 0.3 seconds 10. Samuel Goldwyn
1. Two players share the mark for most home runs for a second baseman in a season (42). Name them. 2. Who was the last major-league player to have more runs scored than games played in a season (minimum 100 games played)? 3. Name the two schools that have played in each of the past four championship games in Division III college football. 4. Who were the only teammates in NBA history to each average at least 30 points per game in the same season? 5. Luc Robitaille holds the NHL mark for most career goals by a left wing (668). Who is No. 2? 6. How many consecutive women’s Division I lacrosse titles has Northwestern won? 7. Golfer Ricky Barnes set a U.S. Open mark in 2009 for the lowest total after 36 holes (132). Which two golfers held the mark at 133? Answers 1. Davy Johnson (Atlanta, 1973) and Rogers Hornsby (St. Louis Cardinals, 1922). 2. Rickey Henderson had 146 runs scored in 143 games in 1985. 3. Mount Union (three titles) and Wisconsin-Whitewater (one title). 4. Elgin Baylor (38.3) and Jerry West (30.8) with the 1961-62 Los Angeles Lakers. 5. Brendan Shanahan, with 656 goals. 6. Five in a row (2005-09). 7. Jim Furyk and Vijay Singh each had a 133 in 2003.
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CAREERS
BUSINESS
How to Turn Your Side Hustle Into A Business
Avon Rep Starsky Clark building up her business from home.
(StatePoint) Whether you’re looking to pick up a side hustle or make the leap into starting your own business, there are many ways to be your own boss. No one knows how to trailblaze better than the motivated individuals who run their own businesses, according to Avon, the iconic beauty company with an over 130-year track record empowering women and men to be their own bosses. That’s why the brand’s latest campaign catalog honors and features the brand’s very own Avon Representatives. From top-sellers to accomplished leaders, the first-ofits-kind catalog for the brand recognizes the Avon Representative community by highlighting the real people from across the country who are not only the cover models but also the role models. To get inspired, check out these tips from a few of the men and women featured in the campaign, based on their
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own real-life successes. Be Authentic A former Marine and fulltime pharmacist, Starsky Clark of Baton Rouge, LA, initially joined Avon to make some extra income as a side hustle. She quickly realized her potential to grow her business in a big way and has since forged a career as a successful Representative and leader in the community. Her recipe for success? “Be passionate about your business and the products you’re selling,” says Starsky. “Use the products yourself! That way, you’ll be able to share your authentic anecdotes with others to build personal relationships and special connections with your customers.” Lean on Your Mentors Andres Taberes of Grayson, GA, was working in a car body shop when he met his now wife, Valeryn, and it was love at first sight. A few years ago, when they were
expecting their first child, Andres realized that his long hours at the body shop would keep him from partaking in important milestones. So, he turned to his mentor for help: his mom, who happened to be a successful Avon Representative. “My mom encouraged me to become an Avon Representative and I’ve never looked back, says Andres. “Listening to her share her own journey and the mistakes she made helped me carve out my own path. Soon after, my wife joined as well and now we live an incredible lifestyle and still make time for our son and each other.” Dedicate Time Consistently Donna Reid-Mitchell of Frisco, TX was a single mother working as a hairstylist when she joined Avon on the side. She very quickly learned that consistency was the key to an effective business. By laying the groundwork and pushing herself to continuously make time to work on and grow her business, Donna was able to transform her side hustle into a lucrative business long-term. “As soon as I started, I found that consistency was the difference between a good business and a great business,” says Donna. “I wanted to build something that would be sustainable; an empire that I could pass on to my children. I developed a real business plan that unfolded consistently over time, and 15 years later I’m continuing to reap the benefits.” Interested in learning more about starting your own business with Avon? Visit www.avon.com. With passion, dedication and a bit of helpful guidance, you can turn your side hustle into a full-time business.
5 Ways to Blow Your Next Job Interview
(c) Valèry Kloubert
(StatePoint) The unemployment rate in the U.S. is at an all-time low, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics, and many employers are struggling to find skilled workers. To overcome the challenge, companies are connecting with job candidates using emerging technologies, like video interviewing. Video interviewing can be daunting, and it’s easy to make crucial mistakes that will ensure you don’t get that next job -- but it doesn’t have to be! To prepare, keep in mind these five “don’ts,” from the experts at Randstad US, one of the largest HR services and staffing companies in the country. 1. Don’t forget to wear a shirt. Rather than sitting across from the person conducting your interview, you can sit in whatever quiet place you choose. However, it’s still important to dress the part. Your appearance should be similar to how you would look for an in-person interview. “Under no circumstances should you complete a video interview in a t-shirt -- or worse, without a shirt at all. Yes, we have actually seen this,” says Greg Dyer, president of Randstad
Commercial Staffing. 2. Don’t choose the wrong location. Coffee shops can be a great place to catch up on work, but they’re not so great for video interviews due to background noise and other distractions. Opt for a quieter location, like your own home. If you live somewhere close to construction or noisy sirens, look into reserving a room at your local library. And, if all else fails, consider investing in a noise-cancelling headset. Don’t let a jackhammer upstage you! 3. Don’t forget to tidy up. Before you settle into your interview, take stock of what’s going on behind you. It may be time to take down that psychedelic band poster or toss those empty soda cans sitting around. You should be the star of your interview -- not your clutter. 4. Don’t pick your nose. Don’t do anything during your video interview that you wouldn’t do during an in-person interview. This means picking your nose, responding to text messages, and yes, going to the restroom. Approach your video interview with the same level of professionalism that you’d approach an in-person interview. And if you live in
a busy household, don’t forget to lock the door. You don’t want your family members barging in midinterview. 5. Don’t let your battery die. You really only need two things to successfully complete a video interview: a phone or computer with a camera and a reliable internet connection. Avoid sabotaging yourself, and make sure your device is fully charged and your internet is running without disruption prior to the start of your interview. “The growing use of video interviews is a nobrainer in today’s alwaysconnected world,” says Dyer. “Once you get past the learning curve, it’s a win-win for both job seekers and employers. Video interviewing is convenient and, best of all, fast. Most video interviewing technologies work on smartphones, which makes an interview on your 30-minute break much more feasible.” For more tips and tricks to help you land your dream job, visit randstadusa.com. Job searching? Be prepared for the possibility of a video interview and get a leg up by learning to avoid the most common mistakes.
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