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-~ [0] ~ i : I~Z~ i ~ ~is] 41 'LMIioI Em) ~ U W1 :Icl *~ E~'~ [e1~ i :1 ~ ri [~Z~ ~ W.~ ~ I ~ :1 ~ j 2008 Onyx Award in Communications Subscription to: The Florida Star The Georgia Star Gets you: Certificate For: The Big Apple Limousine Service 904-766-8834 THE WFLORIDA. www.thefloridastar.com LISTEN TO IMPACT Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 9:00 pm WCGL-AM-1360 Tuesday at 5:30 pm FM105.7, 105.5 and 92.5 The Florida /Georgia Star plus Impact Striving to Make a Difference! Sheriff Rutherford speaks as Donald Foy of MAD DADS, Pastor Mark Griffin of Wayman Ministries, Dr. Michael Hallett of the University of North Florida and Eddie Staton, founder of MAD DADS joins him regarding shootings in Jacksonville. Upper right is Jerrick Hall,19, who was shot in October 2008. Below is Michael Felder, 24, who was killed after firing a 9mm hand- gun into the air early Sunday morning outside the Plush Night Club. With four police-involved shootings in the City of Jacksonville during the first six weeks of the new year, Sheriff Rutherford called a press conference Wednesday in an effort to change tracks and place the relationship between the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and the citizens of Jacksonville on another track which will hopeful- ly stop the killings by citizens and by police officers. What is so critical at this time, is the fact that Felder's incident was the third deadly shooting involving Jacksonville Police Sheriff Continued on A-7 Wheel of Justice FEATURED The Channel 4 Wheel of Justice stopped on Anthony Maurice .Wilson. Wilson is wanted for numerous felony counts of worthless checks and for scamming people and writing checks in excess of $20,000. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is asking for your help in bringing him in. Make a confidential call to: (866) 845-TIPS. This week, Patrick Chase Champion, who was wanted for dealing in stolen property and Trevor Donaldson, who was wanted for armed robbery and discharging a firearm in public were apprehended because of your help. JSO and Baker County thank you for the tips you provided. VP of Sales for #1 Car in America Jim Colon, Toyota's V. P. Toyota was once the underdog in the automo- bile market, dominated by Ford, GM and other non-Japanese automak- ers. Last year, it outsold every brand in America and has now become number one in the U.S. This historic feat was led by Jim Colon, Toyota's first African American vice president of sales in 2008. Colon also served as general manager and VP of sales for .Lexus, also owned by Toyota. North Jax CDC Celebrates 50th Home Sale, Completion of Golfair Estates t Northwest Jackson- ville CDC celebrated the closing of its 50th. .home and the comple- O .LFAIR ESTATES tion of its first signature oproj .ect Wednesday. *' r NJCDC has seen an overall reduction of crime in its neighborhoods and is proud of the fact that there have been no foreclosures among homeowners. Golfair Estate is part of the mayor's Seeds of Change neighborhood program. '4, MY~ -w "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" . %W -. mr m- 's Second 1st Lady in History ftw O v on Cover of Vogue dft 4 ghted Material America's ne\\ first lady is no\v America's ne\\ fashion icon as cover girl on the March 2009 edition of :ated Content U"ge I- *" z Every first mmercial News Providers lad has been photographed by Vogue since 1929 but onl\ tmo have appeared on the cover Mrs. Obama and Mrs Clinton. Usually first ladies appear in the magazine vith an inside spread. To appear on the cover of this high fash- ion magazine is an honor. The editor-at-large said, according to reports, that the first lady talks on a variety of topics from motherhood to her personal style in the magazine. News in Brief World's Longest Married Couple My name is Charlie, 84 Years, Still Loving Last name Wilson Charlie Wilson, best known as lead singer for the Gap Band and his popular song, 'My Name is Charlie' was diagnosed with prostate cancer and is now in remission as he prepares for his second album to be released February 17. Be A Jaguar Cheerleader The Roar, Jacksonville Jaguars cheer- leaders group, is opening the door for new cheerleaders. Deadline to register to audition is February 27, 2009. Enter www.j aguars.com/cheerleaders/auditions .aspx for more information. NAACP CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION I 02 12.'' Il ". I. .* ~. _. .i h Foia or eoria ta mieyu U..Ifyo LIBRARY OF FLORIDA HISTORY 1205 SMA UNIU OF FL (1 1 10 PO BOX 177007 GAINESUILLE FL 32611. 7007 Police Shootings iCopyri( Syndi Available from Coi I Lam d nappy valentne's uay to nerbert and Zelmyra Fisher, Married May 13, 1924. The Florida and Georgia Star recognized them in a January 31, 2009 article. We again, congratulate this Carolina couple. 8 5'069 0015' o U so- qla& t& y&ur Vale*trweml LOa The Florida- Star An Award Winn i ng'Publication'. Serving Northeast Florida and more for 57 Years. Rated "A", by BBB. Added The Georgia Star in 0.06.1 AD Dl)Jfl I *ED RUIZ, Editorial ............. ...... A-2 Church. ................... A-3 N Lifestyle ............. ... A-4 State-National ........... ...... A-5 S Entertainment .......... _.A-6 Prep Rap ..................... _PR Loca'.--....-. A-1 olumn -;e D Sports ......... .......... B-4 E Did You Hear? ..... :- .... : ... B-3 Business Network .......... B-7 FEBRUARY 14, 2009 ~~l l ME MMU~lI IA= A DANIEL EVANS DENNIS WADE ADVERTISING AND SALES ADVERTISING AND MARKETING LIZ BILLINGSLEA MAY FORD ACCOUNTS MANAGER LAYOUT EDITOR JULIA BOWLES SPECIAL SECTIONS SPECIAL SECTIONS CHERYL COWARD DISTRIBUTION DESIGN AND WEB SITE EDITOR JAMES GREEN Reporters/Photographers: Marsha Phelts, Carl Davis, Lonzie Leath, Laurence Green, F. M. 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Opinions expressed by columnists in this newspaper do not necessarily represent the policy of this paper MEMBERSHIPS: Florida Press Association National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Publishers Association Amalgamated Publisher, Inc. Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce First Coast African American Chamber of Commerce To reach The Florida Star via electronic mail: info@thefloridastar.com On the Web: TheFloridaStar.com 5AAPA SOUTHEASTERN AFRICAN AMERICAN PUBLISHER'S ASSOCIATION National Newspaper Publishers Association VERIFICATION "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" Founded In April 1951 By Eric 0. Simpson First African American Inducted Into The Florida Press Hall Of Fame Brte Stn h U in a ,- o Lls h Life's expensive. So if you make less -ri.j 'i ..'.1 4,0 it pays to find out about the Earned Income Tax Credit. You could get up to $4,800 extra back from the RI' .ri p y:j file your taxes. Now wouldn't that help you catch up on bills? Find out if you qualify at irs.gov/eitc, or call 1-800-829-1040. . f:'; a little easier with I -1 0t 4 THE STAR PAGE A-2 Faith In Our Community Schedule of Events and Services GREATER MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH OF NORTHSIDE, located at 1880 West Edgewood Ave., in Jacksonville will celebrate the 33rd anniversary of our Pastor, Dr. Landon L. Williams, Sr. We invite you to cele- brate with us. Sunday, February 8, -The spoken word by Bishop Virgil Jones, pastor of Philippian Community Church; and Sunday, February 15, -The spoken word by Dr. John Guns, pastor of St. Paul Millionary Baptist Church, both at 4:00 p.m. for more information, please call the church at 904-764-9257. MT. SINAI MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH is sponsoring a Unique Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, February 14, 2009, at 9:00 a.m. at the church located at 2036 Silver St.,,in Jacksonville. The general public is cor- dially invited to attend. For more information, contact (904)'354-7249. Rev. R. L. Gundy is pastor. NEW FOUNTAIN CHAPEL AME CHURCH cordially invite you to come celebrate with their Church and Pastor's Anniversary, Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27, beginning at 7:00 p.m. nightly. To God be the glory for the things he has done for us 92 years with the church and 7 years with our pastor and 1st Lady, Rev. and Mrs. Louis Kirkland. The church is located at 737 Jessie St., in Jacksonville. For more information, call 904-358-2258. HOLYGHOST OVERCOMING POWER CHURCH will be having their Valentines Day fish fry on Saturday, February 14, at 11:00 a.m. Buy one fish sandwich, get the second one half off. Come join us in our fish fry at 5729 VernonRd.,,Jacksonville, FL. Call 904-739-4252 for more information. GREATER GRANT A.M.E. CHURCH celebrates Scout Sunday. Boy Scout Pack and Troop 175 will cele- brate its Annual Scout Sunday on February' 15, 2009, beginning at 11:00 a.m. The church is located at 5533 Gilchrist Rd. The speaker will be the Rev. Roger Williams of Gregg Temple A.M.E. Church. All youth groups are emp e1 Assembly of God, Inc. CEK RALMPUS Pastor Cecil and (Lane Avenue & I-10) Pastor Garry and Pauline Wggins Kim Wiggins "Heaven's Gates & Hels Flames" Where Will You Be When REALITY Strikes? A real life drama presentation you will never forget! Sunday Night February 15, 2009 6:00 P.M. Monday & Tuesday Night February 16 & 17, 2009 7:30 P.M; FREE ADMISSION -Nursery & Children's Ministry Provided 5755 Ramona Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32205 (904) "81-9393 \Veb.ite wv-\ eingehempleag.org Email: e\angeliemplei'e\angeliempleag org 10:45 am Service Interpreted for Deaf at Central Campus invited to attend this blessed event to uplift the name of Jesus in an almighty and powerful way. Refreshments will be served. THE 12TH ANNUAL WOMEN'S CONFERENCE will convene -Saturday, February 14th at 10:00 a.m. President Prophetess Sandra J. Cardona extends this invi- tation to the community to come and fellowship with us as Prophetess Carolyn Clark Laithers will be our speaker Prophetess. The conference will be lield at Holy Tabernacle Church, 6416 Miriam St. For additional info, call 764-3754.. We welcome you to a gathering of GOD'S DAUGH- TERS from all over the City of Jacksonville and sur- rounding areas, entitled Talitha Cumi (which is being interpreted). Damsel, I say unto thee, Arise, Saturday, February 21st at 10:00 a.m. Hosted by The United Church In Christ, 2050 Emerson St., Jacksonville, FL. Archbishop W. A. Andrews. This is a church with a new attitude for the 21st Cen,tury anointed Preaching and Teaching, also creating an atmosphere of expectancy for worship. for more information, cal Andrews at (904) 284-0206. In recognition of Black History Month, the youth of Solid Rock Church of God by Faith in Yulee, Florida will present founder, Mrs. Joanne Mitchell Martin a Yulee * native, is bringing a traveling exhibit of waxofigures to her home, town. These select pieces will be on'display at the Martin Luther King Center, 1200 Elm Street in Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034. Dates and time are Thursday and Friday, February 26 and 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 28 from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Admission: Adults $5.00,' students ages 4- 18 with valid Student ID, $3.00 and children ages 3 and under admitted free. Proceeds will support this year's Dare To Dream Trip which will help sponsor youth of Solid Rock for a to visit to Atlanta for historical sights and college tours. Call (904) 277-7355'for more information. Bishop William DeVeaux to speak during Greater Grant A.M.E. Church Family and Friend Weekend Members of Greater Grant A.M.E. Church cordially inVite you to its Annual Family and Friends Weekend Celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2009 and Sunday, February 22, 2009. H 'The festivities of activities will begin on Saturday, February 21, 2Q09 at 9:00 a.m. with a family fun day that will include a carni- val for everyone. There will be sackeraces,, kite flying contest, hula hoopp contests, bouncy house, games, and of course food to enjoy. On Sunday, February 22, 2009, beginning at 10:00, we are asking that everyone come and b blessed with a spirit filled message from the one and only Bishop William DeVeaux. He is a graduate of Howard University and a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Currently, he presides over the 16th Episcopal District of the A.M.E. Church which includes the following conferences: 'uyana/Suriname, Windward Islands, Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic, -Haiti, Jamaica, and London/Holland. The theme for this sacred event has been taken from Ephesians 2:14-22. Ephesians 2:19; Now, therefore, you are...fellow citizens with the saints. In Christ there is no East or West, In Him no South or North, But one great fellowship of love, Throughout the whole wide earth. "A Healthy Church is the best witness to a hunting world." The church Js located at 5533 Gilchrist Road. The Senior Pastor is the Tony DeMarco Hansberiy. The entire community is invited to, come and fellowship in our love. Listings are due the Tuesday before the next issue. Emaill submissions preferred. Send to: info@thefloridastar.com I DEATH NOTICES iWK 1 WESTON'S MORTUARY' "EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE AND PERSONAL CARE IS ABSOLUTE" HAL E. WESTON, L.F.D. Pre-need Counselor ATKINSON, Ivan, 80, died February 7, 2009. BROWN,, Julius died February 10, 2009. BLOHM, Roger S., died February 6, 2009. BUGGS, Joseph died February 6, 2009!. COLEMAN, John T., died February 5, 2009. COOK, LCDR Dennis A., USN, died February 3, 2009. COVINGTON, Ms. Gussie, 73, died February 7, 2009. DAVIS, George C., died February 5, 2009. DAVIS, Shelia died February 6, 2009. ELLIS, Alberta died February 7, 2009. FELDER, Michael D., 24, died February 8, 2009. GEORGE, Deacon James, Sr., 93, died February 5, 2009. . The Church Directory ' K "Come and Worship With Us" New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 1824 Prospect Street Jacksonville, FL 32208 Sunday School .....................................9:30 a.m . .Sunday Morning , Intercessory Prayer................10:45 a.m. Morning Worship ... ............... 11:00 a.m. / _ Youth Church 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) Tuesday Pastoral Bible Study ............. 7:00 p.m. Pastor, Eric Lee ', Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus -A6 (904) 764-5727 Church i. Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Church School 8:45 a.m. Wednesday Fulfillment Hour Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday 10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon IFriday Joy Explosion Ministry .6:30 p.m. 201 East Beaver St. (904) 355-9475 Rev. RD. Richardson Jr., Pastor GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH "The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody" Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206 Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study,7:00 p.m. Thursday Joy Night,7:00 p.m. "Email: GospeBl75@aol.com Website: Greaterelbethel.org PENTECOSTAL CHURCH of GOD "Jesus Loves Sinners Church Folk Don't" Elder Joseph Rice Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 12:00 Noon & 7:00, p.m. Bible Study Tuesday & Friday----- 7:00 p.m. (912) 267-6395 (912) 996-4864 Cell 2705 MLK Blvd., Brunswick, GA 31520' Tune In To IMPACT Clara McLaughlin i-onne Brooks Host Co-Host Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. WCGL-AM 1360 The Florida Star and Impact Striving To Make A Difference! Alphonso West Mortuary, Inc. GIBBS, Florence (Tutt), died February 8, 2009. GRAY, John, 81, died February 9, 2009. HARRELL, Jane T., died February 3, 2009. HOPKINS, Rudolph, Jr., February 7, 2009. JAMES, Douglas A., 53, died February 9, 2009. JOHNSON, Louise died February 2, 2009. JOHNSON, Michael, 56,, died February 3, 2009. KIERCE, Herman, 61, died February 5, 2009. REUSSOW, Ronald died February 9, 2009. SAPP, Jessie L., died February 8, 2009. STRAUDER, Johnnie Mae died February 8, 2009. UPTON, Ms. Arrie L., died February 5, 2009. WALKER, Viola B., died February 9, 2009. WASHINGTON, Sherman died February 5, 2009. WHITE, Laresa died February 7, 2009. WILLIAMS, Carolyn -Ann, 51, died February 2, 2009. WRIGHT, Dea. John W., Sr., died February 5, 2009. YOUNG, Tansy Lenise died February 7, 2009. e FEBRUARY14, 2009 "I There 's Always Something Happenini, The evening was on the 'cool" side for ihe Jacksonville Chapter. Links Incorporated's 2009 Western Gala Howe'er. the weather did not keep anyone awa\ from this eenmng of country\ and soul In fact. the crokd s;.%elled to a high of four hundred 1400) +. Dressed in their finest western attire, guests danced the rught a\aa' As guests arrived at the Jacksonmille Fairgrounds E\po the\ found the exterior and interior entrances adorned with lighted Cacti and original paintings by Jacksonville Links member and talented artist Mrs. Vivian Walker. Chapter president Dr. Geraldine Williams Smith, along with both the immediate past Southern Area Director and Vice-Area Director, Links Incorporated Mrs. Margaret Thompson Johnson and Mrs. Patricia Tate Bivins shared greeting the guests during the evening. As in previous years the Fairgrounds Expo Ballroom was transformed into a Western Mecca featuring a. giant fenced in 'Holstein', ballroom columns adorned with balloons bearing the same pattern as the giant Holstein, and giant cacti throughout. The 'Link Saloon' again featured casino games and libations. MOTB Photography was there to capture the memories of the evening. DJ Darron Hardmon kept the contemporary tunes spinning as guests arrived and during each of the breaks of the multitalented Elite Band! Guests also enjoyed the very popu- lar country-and-western line dances led by former ROAR member, Ms. Latricia LaDet. The Western Gala chaired by Mesdames Betty Asque Davis and Patricia Hill Mitchell, assisted by committee chair- persons Mesdames Gloria Dean Belton, Marjoria Manning, Kelly Martin, Dr. Kia Mitchell, Johnetta Moore, Kelly Toaston and Vivian Walker, is the major fundraiser for the Jacksonville Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, an inter- national community service organization comprised of more than 10,000 African-American women. Major sponsor Carrabba's Italian Grill catered a full-course meal, while Bruster's Real Ice Cream engaged guests in creating their own special desserts. The evening of fun provides much-needed funds for the Jacksonville Chapter, Links Incorporated's community service projects. Edward Waters College and the United Negro College Fund were both the recipients of $2,000 donations. Under the leadership of Chapter President Dr. Geraldine Williams Smith, the Jacksonville Links' major programming includes a childhood obesity project with Beauclerc Elementary, monthly mentoring at Community Connections, and the Quilts of Gee's Bend exhibit to be featured at the Cummer Museum beginning May 2009. If you missed this year's pleasurable evening, you won't want to miss it next year! Cariabba's Staf'er representing RoY' I bllicA. Joint Ifenture Partner fbr area j Carrabba's Restaurants receive! appreLt- L ation plaque from Dr. Geraldine Williams B Smith for their support of the Jacksonville Community and the Jacksonville Chapter... Links Incorporated. ," Mrs. Kathy Devenny Vollick co-owner Former St. Johns County Schools Superintendent Otis of Brusters Ice Cream receives appre- W i.. Mason with his wife Daytona Links member Mrs. ciation plaque from Dr. Geraldine Mesdames Dorothy Burrough and Inez Myrtis Mason and daughter Dade County Links mem- Wiliams Smith for their support of Christopher Asque. ber Ms. Pamela Mason. the Jacksonville Community and the Jacksonville Chapter, Links Incorporated. - Jacksonville Links immediate past president Mrs. Gloria Belton with her Connecting Link C. Ronald Belton and their Western Gala guests. f'-'-" .* ;VJacksonville Chapter, Links Incorporated U. Jacksonville Links member Mrs. Susan Western Gala Co-Chairs Mesdames Patricia Canty Jones with her Connecting Link Dr. Hill Mitchell (17) and Betty Asque Davis (far Connecting Link Kemp with his Kenneth Jones. right) with chapter President Dr. Geraldine wife Jacksonville Links member Williams Smith. Dr. Kia Mitchell Kemp. 1 _ Mesdames Madeline Scales-Taylor, Bonnie Reynolds and Mrs. 'Safi' Ingram from Savannah, GA seated). Standing- 'Chuck' Reynolds and Ioward Taylor. To the rieht: Jacksonville Links member Attorney Ava Parker- Gibbons with her Connecting Link State Representative Joe Gibbons and Bold City Links mem- ber Mrs. Pamela Prier with her Connecting Link Lemorris Prier. The Bill Prices, Bold City Links member Dr. Shelly Holder Thompson, Ms. Chanel LeBlane,. Jacksonville Links VP Mrs. Marietta LeBlanc with her Connecting Link Attorney 'Josh' Jones. Jacksonville Links member Mrs. Jimminda Thompson with her Connecting Link Royce Thompson. Jacksonville Links members Ms. Heather Blume and Dr. Brenda Robinson Simmons. Roderick and Mrs. Kyra King Wade, Jacksonville Links members Mrs. Adrienne McFarlin King and Mrs. Kelly King Toaston with their Connecting Links Larry King and Ryan Toaston. Connecting Link Frank Bivins with his wife Jacksonville Links member Mrs. Patricia Bivins and Bold City Links president Mrs. Ruth Waters McKay with her guest Bold City Links Member Mrs. Maty Brown, Mrs. Gwendolyn Mathis, The Edward Robinsons and Jacksonville Links Member Mrs. Marjoria Manning. - ~ ..w.flV.~.-- ~'.- ..-. - I ~ e j4...~Lg~P ~ -' k FEBRRARY 14. 2009 P~a,. -~3 p ~ a- ~-~q~'---~ ~ LI qp a. -f * .dmf -a41D a z a JI Am- 4a a -4 - .do- a--milo amms q a. - wo qfte o a- e a L---some a m40 miw w -m- 41 amm-do V-0 -. j don. Go& .mb -qu a. a S -0 a - a. a * a- - - a * * - ~ S ~ .- - - -.~ p -a.- - * ~-, a~ ~ * ~- a. - a a a-- - ~ -WIDOW -Now. dw -00 41h a.00M di am . 4M~ a F-..."Copyrighted Material .- Syndicated Content-. Available from Commercial News Providers" diei W 0*1 go. 40b d-- a 4m. Mw -- 41h -w Ww a qw a ____ * lo-on.%MM AM a.. -q 4. a -dim. 4w- a -p a a- 0 4 4m-a 4w- -a-a .u - a. .01 a..- -41b a a. a- -a..- .t a 41W -1 a- 49. -NNW 4D ow --d dlol. N-- * -a a - a - - a -a----a - a 'a -a - - a ~ a a a a a - -a. a.. a a. --a a .~ a a - a -~- - a m m amry )09Flor (ida Ltery Send ads to: ad@thefloridastar.com THE STAR PAGE A-5 * a .-~--S a - - _____________I I - - pff PAE4J iTE TR ERAR 4,20 Keshia Knight Pulliam, Moves Forward Full Throttle By Rych McCain feedbackrych@sbcglobal.net Photo: Anderson Group PR Hotel For Dogs is a new movie out that is a heart warmer for chil- dren as well as dog and pet lovers. The film's success is not only due in part to the care and concern it expresses about the animals but is carried largely on the. shoulders of its teen stars Emma Roberts who plays Andi, the big sister to Bruce, played by Jake T. Austin. The duo is so well match in the film that they can pass for 'sister and brother in real life. While interviewing them at the fabulous W Hotel in the beautiful Westwood area of LA., one can easily get an honest sense of real genuine -bonding between the teen actors. Roberts hails from a showbiz family with her aunt being Julia Roberts and her dad is Julia's brother actor Eric Roberts. This spir- ited teen just came off of a three year run as Addie Singer in the Nickelodeon hit come-, dy series "Unfabulous." Movies in which she has appeared include Blow, opposite Johnny Depp and Penelope Cruz; Lymelife, opposite Alec Baldwin and Timothy Hutton to mention a couple. Roberts has graced the covers of Vanity Fair, Teen Vogue, Elle Girl, Teen Magazine, YM, Sweet Sixteen and Girl's Life. Despite all of the glam- orous exposure, she is amazingly composed, cordial, respectful and very sweet natured. Roberts gives an exam- ple of how the massive attention sometimes affects her by revealing a situation she was in recently. She sighs, "I'm like really short and have dark hair so I kind of blend in when I'm not made up and no one really recognizes me.1 But I went to Century City to go see a movie like I normally do with my friends and it's a shrine to Hotel For Dogs and I was so embarrassed we had to leave. People were looking at me saying she looks so much like that girl." Similar to his coun- terpart, Austin too is very respectful, has an excellent, sense of humor and was an absolute pleasure to spend time with. He stars as the youngest sibling Max, who along with his brother and. sister inherits magical powers on the sitcom "Wizards of Waverly Place." He has appeared in films and done voice overs for such movies as Everyone's Hero and The Ant Bully. Does either actor have dogs in real life? Austin replies, "I do. I own two miniature Poodles back at my house in New York" Roberts adds, "I have a Chihuahua named Twiggie.", When they fist saw the script, what was their initial reac- tion knowing -they would be involved with a set full of. dogs? Roberts responds first, "I thought it would be fun. It was fun. It was very chaotic though. I didn't realize that it would be twenty dogs on the set at a time so it definitely got crazy. I had never worked with animals before, so I didn't really know what to expect." They both add that the trainers would direct the dogs and the director would direct them and sometimes it was confusing. If the director gave an WASPIN H'LLYHgg, By Rych McCain feedbackrych@sbcglobal.net The Grammys The 51st Grammy Award show is now in the history books. On the black side, Natalie Cole, Ne-Yo, Al Green, John Legend, Anthony Hamilton, Chrisette Michele, Will.Lam, Mary J. Blige, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, T.L, Kanye West, Cassandra Wilson, Terence Blanchard, Mary Mary, Kirk Franklin, CeCe Winans, The Blind Boys of Alabama, B.B.King, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Burning Spear all took home trophies. The most emotional moment of the night happened when Whitney Houston pre- sented Jennifer Hudson -the Grammy for Best R&B Album of The Year. Afterwards, Hudson said "I would like to thank my family in Heaven and those who are here today." Then she raised the roof off of the place with a powerful, awesome ren- dition of "You Pulled Me Through. The downside of the evening was word that singer Chris Brown had allegedly put a beat down on singer Rihanna and* turned himself into the police. Movies Taken; 20th Century Fox; Starring Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Leland Orser, Jon Gries, David Warshofsky, Katie Cassidy, Holly Valance and 1Kamke Janssen. Directed by Pierre Morel. Written by Robert Mark Kamen; written/produced by Luc Besson. This is a good roller coaster ride and is unpredictable which is a welcome change for an action/thriller. Byran Mills (Neeson) is a retired government agent whose daughter has been kidnapped in Paris and sold into White sex slavery to an Arab sheik. He does what he knows how to do from his former job and set out against all odds to get his daughter back. This is one of the better films of its kind out right now. The Uninvited; Paramount Pictures; Starring Elizabeth Banks, David Strathaim, Emily Browning, Arielle Kebbel and Kevin McNulty. Directed by Thomas Gurard and Charles Guard. Written by Carlo Bernar, Doug Miro, Craig Rosenberg and Kim Jee-Woon. Produced by Michael Grillo, Ivan Reitman and Tom Pollock. This one is a sus- pense/horror movie that actually lives up to the hype. Anna (Browning) returns home after clocking a little time in a psych hospital following the death of her mother from a fire to the fami- ly's boat house. Rachel (Banks) was Anna's mom's nurse but is now involved with Anna's dad. This sets Anna off and the ending will com- pletely surprise you. This is a good flick for horror, mystery and entertainment. Hit me up at feed- backrych@sbcglobal.ne t So da aiki (Love and work) Rych instruction like move to the left Austin quips, "I would say who are you talking to? Whose sup- posed to move left and they would say the dog not you" Roberts adds, "Then we were trying to do our lines on top of all that stuff so their was a lot to focus on." The PEDIGREE dog food brand via their non-profit foundation that provides funding to status animal shel- ters and breed rescues has partnered with DreamWorks Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies to promote the film along with their "See The Movie, Help .4 Dog Campaign. For ever ticket purchased to "Hotel For Dogs," PEDIGREE will make a donation to help shel- ter dogs. up to S250.000. The\ also strongly encourage viewer participation in the PEDIGREE Pet Adoption Dri e. Visit iw \\ w hotel for- d ogsrno% e.comi %% ww~.dogsriilexcon CR1IMINALt DLI-L "Copyrighted Material " SSyndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" L N, I LIN-PlR) AI I I I\\ 221) 1 PHI I I I \k '\C%,I\ I [ I -',21 lI)2 Ill-' I.i''I F 'Y7 ~-'N --Q$mPpp~ra~Ial~~lar~ 17 7~ r -_ Happy Valentine's Day from The Florida Star FEBRUARY14,,2009 THE STAR PAGEf- d-6 I I' ' CIA,, V, IMri~l~ Fl,~ \ FERUR 14 09TESTRPG - Sheriff Continued from A-1 in three days. Such causes great concern for the sheriff's office and the citizens. Sheriff Rutherford said he is very concerned about the eroding relationship between his officers and the community and expressed such with his walks in the neighborhood and on Impact radio show which airs on four sta- tions. The community leaders during the press conference said that they had met together prior to meeting with the press. Mr. Staton feels there is a need for a Citizens Review Board but the sheriff and Dr. Hallett, who is a professor of criminology at UNF feels differ- ently. Pastor Griffin said after the con- ference to Florida Star reporter, Dan Evans, that he is in favor of more research regarding the mat- ter, and getting information from those cities who have had success with a review board in addition to those cities who have not experi- enced success with such a board. Most citizens of Jacksonville who have given their opinion to The Star feels that the main culprit of criminal activities is economics and lack of education. They feel that if we can get better education- al programs in our schools, better parenting early and more job opportunities, the violence will cease arid police officers will have less fear. Most of all, said Mr. Staton, we need to find the key to establishing or re-establishing full confidence that the police officers in Jacksonville are doing the best job possible. We also need to get the illegal guns off of our streets and get the youth to understand officers are trained to protect the F/7 Letter to the Editor America is evolving, maturing, and changing attitudes, and policy, being more inclusive and recognizing and rewarding competence. The American Medical Association should define Illiteracy as the worst chronic disability, mankirfd can suffer, and the only cure is edu- cation. Blacks dropping out of school expecting respect and'be rewarded a job, how dare you. Now comes black leaders, the elected, appointed, anointed (preach- ers) and self acclaimed bringing an assertion that there have been too many police shooting. That premise should be rejected; they are only shot gun allegations. Crimes committed without policing our ghetto. would be a jungle. For the sake of argument I agree there have been many shooting, but what are they doing to change the sub- culture? The answer is nothing! Most are using the assertion as an entree for their agenda and self-aggrandizemeint, while not connecting or doing any thing for the people and the children they purport to love. It's so gratifying to go into Cleveland Arms and see many of the accomplishments that those disregarded children are doing. This board has recognized some; they're in the Nation's top readers, perfect FCAT score, and science and math awards taking college credits in high school. All these children should be honored. Why do the leaders love the criminals, and do nothing for .the impoverished children, whose condition is not of their making? I commend Mr. Eddie Diamond and The Honorable Dr. Johnny Gaffney for all that they are doing for George Washington Carver's PTA. To those mothers who have not been able to instill in your children values, morals and a strong work ethic and they help support you from the streets, be prepared for your grief! I Thank You, Edward Exson "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" people and themselves. (904) 694-1057 FM-105.7, 105.5, 92.5 www.radiofreejax.com (904) 766-9285 WCGL-AM 1360 www.WCGL1360.com At 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Tune in to FM 105.7-WHJX FM 92.5-WFJO FM 105.5-WSJX 8:30 p.m., WCGL-AM 1360 with Clara McLaughlin and IMPACT Call and talk: FM 105.7 FM 105.5 FM 92.5 - (904) 694-1057 Tuesday, from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Call and talk: AM-1360 (904) 766-9285 Tuesday, from 8:30 p..m. to 9:00 p.m. "The Florida Star, The Georgia Star and Impact - Striving to Make a Difference." www.radiofreejax.com www.WCGL1360.com Your Money Is Waiting. You're Not For some people tax time is their favorite time of the year, a time for getting back what you've put in. You need a team of professionals that know the tax laws, the tax tips and how to properly fill out your tax forms. Express Tax has had the foresight to keep a team around that you trust. 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"With Terrie and Laney, your money is waiting, you are not. A Valentine's Day Mission For Fathers By William Jackson, M.Ed. Father of Shae (12) and Sean (17) Dear Fathers, As another Valentines Day ._ looms closer we as 9 fathers should be 964- ---- determined to show the other lady or ladies in our life that we love them. Traditionally we dis- play affection for our wives, girlfriends, mothers, grandmoth- er, etc but what of the other important ladies in our life, our daughters. Daughters, a reflec- a" tion of us and their N/ mothers, she is just as special as her mother in our life. Valentines Day is J A noteworthy to J expressing love that words in card, candy, jewelry or flowers ra R f l cannot truly express. In i We expect our a.n at a(pt$15 daughters (natural ClrsIour L ori o born, step or adopt- ed) to know that we love them, but just like adult women we ( 2 493 have to "show" (45 young ladies that we ( 7 -9 do love them along with telling them. If (9 you truly love your ( 59 4 daughters back up your words with action.( 0 002R -e . LET THE POST OFFICE DELIVER THE FLORIDA or GEORGIA STAR TO YOU I want a One Year Subscription to The Florida or Georgia Star! ,Please donate 10% of my paid Subscription to the non-profit organization listed below. Please send my Paid Subscription to: Name Address City State Name of Organization for Donation: Zip Code A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE ( ) 6 Months $20.00 ( ) One Year $35.00 ( ) 2 Years $67.00 SEND TO: The Florida/Georgia Star Post Office Box 40629 Jacksonville, FL 32203-40629 Cash, Check, Money Order, Credit Card or PayPal Accepted 0/1 Down to, Business Andy Johnson 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. Area's Best, Most Fun, Most Heated, Most Prescient, "MostEfficacious Talk Show! Weekdays, FM 105.7, WHJX FM 92.5, WFJO. WSJX 105.5 NE.Floeida and SE Georgia's Best Talk Stations Andy, off-air: 904-568-0769 Radio Free Jacksonville On-air: (904) 694-1057 Andy's email: downtobusinessandy@yahoo.com www.radiofreejax.com THJE S TAR PAGE A-7 FEBRUARYII4 2009 D AtLr T RR-Y 4 -I 'tn ~ '4 (I' Lv K *44 I beLieve s ving the PLanet i~ hfPocibLe. 4- N ~tAY I When you come from a history so rich in dreams and accomplishment, you can't help but think achieving the impossible is possible. '4F A"je 'r~' FEBRUARY14, 2009 THE STAR DPAG A_ A AAA.;, lQT I'IAR Pr Pfl The FL/GA Star LOCAL Happy Valentine's Day! SECTIONB The Southern Women's Show was held at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center in Savannah, Georgia Friday, February 6 through Sunday, February 8. There were trendy fashion shows, creative cooking ideas, healthy Lifestyle tips, savvy shopping, celebrity guests and lots of fun. Photos by Bruce Baker and Louis Merritt :Ps, X-.1. GAPTA James Putney Synna Mitchell. Dolores Campbell Barbara Holmes at Matt Martino Concert. U Magnet School Application Sin ade iple. Vanilla Day Spa Jessica Jackson and Christelle Bonaparte .5, *'a FFRRUAR]4.200 TRE S.TA R PAGf R-1 It'".,- ; .;;,) r% TIU TRFBRAY1,20 HEALTH ?dr By Ulysses W. Watkins, Jr., M.D. "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" 4 -4 4 4 V - rbm~hm.~ -4 4 4 4 Announcements, meetings, happenings, and community events. scheduled in Jacksonville and the surrounding area. ART & CRAFT FESTIVALAT ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH PIER -A1A Beach Blvd. February 21-22, 2009, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. 4 p.m. An array of fine art, fine crafts, food, free admission, free parking. For more information call 352-344-0657 or www.tnteventsinc.com. It's Time to Roll Out The Red Carpet! for The Onyx Awards -We are excited to enter into our seventh year, this Black Tie awards ceremony continues to serve as the premier televised awards show recognizing the contributions and accom- plishments of Blacks and corporations that celebrate inclusion and diversity in the workplace. This year as America. celebrates the accomplishments of Barack Obama, our country's first African American president, Florida has the distifict honor of recognizing outstanding individuals who have made valuable contribu- tions in the categories of education, business, performing arts and sports-to name a few. In a historic effort, Blue Cross and Blue Shield takes great pleasure in salut- ing. the Presidents and the legacy of Florida's Historically Black Colleges and Universities, to include, Bethune-Cookman University, Florida Agricultural Mechanical University, Florida Memorial and Edward Waters College, the oldest of Florida's African-American educational institutions. Kick-Off Reception is Friday, March 13, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. at The Status Lounge located at 912 West. Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL. The Onyx Awards is Saturday, March 14, 2009. General Reception: 5:30 p.m.; VIP Reception: 5:30 p.m.; Gala Dinner: 7:00 p.m.; Awards Show: 8:00 p.m.; Post Reception: 10:00 p.m. to be held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Dr., Orlando, FL. WILSON, CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS -Solo pianist GEORGE WINSTON, best known for his seasonally themed recordings includ- ing December, Autumn, Winter Into Spring, and Summer, will perform at the Wilson Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $40.00. Discounts are available for groups of 15+ by calling (904) 632-3228. To order by phone call the FCCJ Artist Series Box Office at (904) 632- 3373 (toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY.) LUCIUS GANTT'S: DEAD MAN WRITING -God is good. The devil can't stop the TRUTH. I will autograph any and all books purchased during February 2009. Send them to me or when I see you, I'll sign. Thank you in advance for your sup- port. I am so proud. The book is beautiful! On sale right now for order/purchase at Barnes & Nobles, Books-A-Million, Target, Amazon.com, eBay.com, AuthorHouse.com, my site allworldconsultants.net or wherever fine books are sold. Thanks in advance for your purchase. NATIONAL GREAT BLACKS IN WAX MUSEUM EXHIBIT -In recognition of Black History Month, pieces from THE NATIONAL GREAT BLACKS IN WAX MUSEUM will be on exhibit at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, 1200 Elm Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida. Exhibit tours will be offered on February 26 27 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on February 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: Adults, $5.00; Students, ages 4 to 18, $3.00 (with valid Student ID); free to chil- dren ages 3 and under. Group tours are encouraged. The exhibit will feature promi- nent figures of the Harlem Renaissance. For more information about the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, visit their website at www.ngbiwm.com. Proceeds from the exhibit will benefit the Dare 2 Dream Tour 2009, which is sponsored by Solid Rock Church of God by Faith in collaboration with First Baptist Church of Yulee. The tour this year will journey to Atlanta, Georgia to visit the Martin Luther King Jr. historical sites, the Georgia Aquarium and several colleges in the Atlanta area. kb^ ^ DEMENTIA - GENERAL INFORMATION DEFINITION: Mental impairment caused bh a anepr, of diseases that produce penalnellt brain detelloiation BODY PARTS INVOLVED: Brain SEX OR AGE MOST AFFECTED: Adulhs o, ci 61i SIGN & SYMPTOMS: SForetfuilness especially of recent cent- + Unpredictable sometimes violent behalf lor Confusion Loss of interest in nornnal acti ties. Disorientation. especially, at night Poor personal h\giene and appearance Depression SPoo l idgment. CAUSES: Degeneration and loss of the gra, matiei fiom ithe bain The causes include Alzheimer's disease I Inadequate blood supply, to tile hia.in due to blood clots. hi, pertension or lhaden- ing otf the arteries. Alcololisml-. S\philis or other chronic infection Chronic poisoning from industrial chemicals. such as neiciiur', Inherited condition, such as Huntington's chorea. Brain injtr, from an\ cause Some endocrine conditions., such as diabetes oi hi poth',roidism SBrain nirmor RISK INCREASE WITH: Chemical or ern ironmental exposure to heavy\ metals. Adults o\er 0. Excess alcohol consumption. ULe of cocaine. LSD or mescaline. or glue-sniffing. Family historic of Alzheimer's disease. HO\W TO PREVENT: Obtain erl\ medical neatment for underlying causes, schi as sphilhs. hpeneri- sion. alcoholism, diabetes and h, poth,, roidism Protect \oiiself fiom head injury. \\eat should harnesses and seat bells in 'ehi- cles \\ear protective head gear for riding bicycles, motorcycles and participating in contact sports Don't drink or use mind-altering drugs and drive. Sur\ev, 'our workplace for chemical hazards and protect \ourself from e.\posiue. To present atherosclerosis, don't smoke, eat a diet lo\ in fat, exercise regularly and reduce stress \% henet er possible \\HAT TO EXPECT APPROPRIATE HEALTH CARE: Doctor's treatment. A neurological examinjtion will detect curable conditions SNursing-home care. if the disorder is too advanced for home caic Ps\chotberap\ or counseling for fanuil members DIAGNOSTIC MEASURES: Your own observation of symptoms. f Medical history\ and physical exam by a doctor. laboratory, blood studies EEG. \-ravs of the head POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS: Infections, falls and injuries. and poor nutrition These occtu because the ill person cannot care for himself or herself. Misdiagnosis. Some curable conditions, such as pernicious anemia. hipoth\- roidism. chlonic drug to\icir\ and subdural hematoma. haie symptom il that minic dementia. PROBABLE OUTCONME: This condition is currentl,' considered incuable. Medicine ,ma\ pre ent the condition from %%orsening. but it cannot restoie lo':t bhiainam function. HOW TO TREAT GENERAL !MEASURES: Fanil\ members can help- Notice eailI\ beha'.ioi changes and seek pilompt medical care f Pio\ide simple reminders. such as a clock, daily, calendar or name tae NMinimize changes in dail\ routine and en% iroronent STreat the person \ itlt respect and kindness SPro\ ide a protected, non- udgmental enl ironment % hen the parent c.iniot pro- ,ide self-care. When home caei is no longer possible, find a good extended care facil- itr \ isit the patient often e en if he or she doesn't seem to ecotnize \ou. MEDICATION: Your doctor ma\ prescribe medication appropriate to treat the under inmn_ condition ACTIVITY: Encourage as much actit\m as possible DIET: Proide a well balanced diet. CALL YOUR DOCTOR IF: You observe sutnptoms of dementia in a family\ member Dr. oaitkins can be heard lise Sundas at 7:05 pm EST on d""% .KCOHRadio.conm. He is a 330 Mason and Grand Medical Director for the United Supreme Council. S. J. and Imperial Council iBlack Shriners Nation%%idej 713-4334536. SFLAGLER COUNTY NAACP - PRESENTS CENTENNIAL KICKOFF CELEBRATION 100 YEARS OF GROWTH AND PROGRESS UNITY THROUGH EDUCATION" MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2009 5 PM -7 PM :; FLAGLER AUDITORIUM -- FREE ADMISSION Ye KKEYNOTE SPEAKER 1REV. DR. CALVIN 0. BUTTS III I SENIOR PASTOR OF THE HISTORIC ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH, NY( i AND PRESIDENT OF SUNY AT OLD WESTBURY HJMUll A 4 I 'I b FEBRUARY14, 2009 THE STA R * Iilp o 'II I. 'I7JI-PDFAi ft l THE STA PAGE - -1 0. ~ 0 - * - 0 - 0. 0 .0 - 0.. ~ -~ - IUM% -p 4mam ft S Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News F -- 3o 0-- E~gm ~ * 0 0. 4b. - Ism- 401.- ~mo ~0. - - ~ a Si 4w .dl &so. a.- 0. - 0 a. a m L sm~ ~0. w - a - A - - 0 0.I - ~ - 0.-a a - * 00 0 0. 0. - w urn. ~0. 0 0.~ a. ~.. 0. - - .-~ - p - -~ 0 * m ala m. - - 0 - - a - _ -T providers". -: * 0. h PO. NI q a q A. 0. I' MR( om (Wt b e a - co-defendant was the only other person in the vehicle / and was arrested for posses- sion of crack cocaine. N - a a a a - -- a... Sasis" Material - 0. -a 0.~ - - -' r From Actual Police Reports Did You Hear About?... Woman Beats Up Man- On a Thursday night, Police Officer was dispatched to Lem Turner Road (Shell Gas Station) to a complaint of a battery with injuries. Upon arrival, I / V he met with the victim who . reported the following: Victim stated that he was at a party with the suspect and they were both drinking. He said that they were told to leave because they began to argue. He stated while he was driving home from the party the suspect continued .-.' A. to argue to stop at Lem Turner Road (Burger King parking lot). He stated that they both exited the vehicle and the suspect grabbed his nose and punched him in the face with a closed fist, He said while the suspect was grabbing his nose, he bit her on the arm to get away from her. He said that the suspect walked away from the parking lot in an unknown direction. Officer's investigation continued when he met with the witness who reported the following: he stated that he observed the suspect strike the victim in the face with a closed fist. The witness stated that he was inside of the vehicle and at the party. Another officer responded to the scene but the victim refused medical treatment. The victim stated that he has a child with the suspect and they reside together. The victim declined to provide a written statement. During the investigation at the scene, Officer observed a small cut on the left side of the vic- tim's nose. He also observed a small amount of blood on the victim's nose. He pro- vided the victim with all of his legal rights and remedies. The victim was advised of a "safe location". The victim refused to have an Evidence Technician photograph his injuries. Based on the statements given and observations, it appeared that the suspect was the primary aggressor dur- ing the altercation. Officer will attempt -"i1j '-. to locate the suspect.--FOll- .,: .... TheNew Ziplock--On the f ',listed time and date two Officers were working off duty at .Cleveland Arms S. apts. The listed defendant was the pas- ,' senger of the listed vehicle driven by L | '- -the co-defendant. The two entered the S i complex and went to, the rear of the S complex. They were only present for a S. .. a couple of minutes before they went to z' 6 < exit the complex. Police stopped-the S. .-" --. defendants at the exit area of the com- -%'- T. "' plex and asked who they were visiting. During conversation with the driv- L er/co-defendanti Officer noticed the ; -'- driver concealing something in her purse. He asked her what it was and she began pulling things ;out of her purse and throwing items on the side of her seat. Officer went to the passen- ger's side of the vehicle and opened the door and asked the defendant to step out for officer safety reasons. He looked on the side of the passenger seat Where she was dropping items and found a tin foil packet of powder cocaine. The defendant spontaneously said "that is his" referring to the co-defendant. She also said that she bought the cocaine from another person's apartment. The defendant was advised of her rights and arrested.--He Forgot He Had Weed--officer stopped an Impala during a routine stop. A check of a suspect's name via the system revealed that he had been arrested several times for narcotics and traffic related violations. Based on this observation, officer asked the suspect to exit the vehicle and speak with him.'Once the suspect had exited the vehi- cle, Officer asked him how long his license had been suspended, and he stated, "My license can't be suspended, I just got out of jail." Then he was asked what he got out.ofjail for and he stated, "I was in jail for driving." Officer then asked the suspect if he had been in jail for drug charges also and he stated,. "Yes." The suspect was asked ' if he had any illegal narcotics " on him and he stated, "No." H- '"Bs After this statement Officer : searched him for illegal nar- cotics. Suspect said, "Sure go ahead" and placed his hands .i on the listed vehicle and *BS H spread his legs. A search of the suspect revealed a mari- juana cigarette inside the sus- pect's left jacket pocket. When Officer removed the marijuana cigarette from the suspect's pocket, he stated, "Man I forgot about that." The PAGE B-3 THE STAR FEBRUARY 142009 - S-w * . . - 4 * Q, . - r IAU BD-4 A - 1 SPORTS * DOLHIN..~ COLG AKTBL|ONU PA-P'ER D A- THE STAR FEBRUARY14, 2009 a ...........COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP DOLPHINS NOTEBOOK I Royals Hit Century Mark Against Tigers JU To Play Five Home Games In '09j By Mike Bonts, Sports Editor __ ._^ _.. ___ 4LJH&A~ i1^kB-^ ^^ ^ By Mike Bonts, Sports Editor The road to a -a second straight Pioneer Football League champi- i onship for the JU football team will te long and wind- ing. The Dolphins f was released on Monday, with JU -',.-a . playing five home games starting with Old - Dominion on Sept. 19. JU will contin- ue its new tradition of playing scholarship programs as they travel to face Samford of the Southern Conference on Sept. 12. "This year's schedule is going to be difficult, but it's going to give our team a lot of new experiences and the opportunity to develop into a championship caliber Seam again," said JU head coach Kerwin Bell. "We're excited about being able to play a team in the Southern Conference again. That is the type of program we are building here and this game will be a good gauge as to how far we've come." The Dolphins PFL-title defense will begin on Oct. 3 at their host Davidson, the only team that beat JU in the league this past season. After Davidson, the Dolphins face three grueling road trips over a four-week period at Marist (Oct. 10), at San Diego (Oct. 24) and at Drake (Oct. 31). JU has one home game sandwiched in that stretch against Morehead State on Oct. 17. With the October gauntlet behind them, JU wraps up the regular with two of the final three at home. The Dolphins host Valparaiso (Nov. 7) and Butler (Nov. 14) before ending the campaign at Campbell (Nov. 21). SPRING PRACTICE BEGINS: The Dolphins will once again have an early spring practice, starting their practice season on Feb. 10. JU is set to return 15 starters overall, with seven on offense and eight on defense. The spring game is set for Feb. 28. McGREGOR TO MISS SPRING: JU quarterback Josh McGregor will miss the Dolphins' spring practice schedule as he covers from knee surgery. McGregor was one of five national "Freshman of the Year" selections by CollegeSportingNews.com. JTA is conducting the BRT North Corridor study to evaluate options for bus rapid transit north of downtown Jacksonville.The study area extends north of downtown Jacksonville along Boulevard Street to the Gateway Mall, continuingnorth along Norwood Avenue/Lem Turner Road, ending south of Armsdale Road (near 1-295). The purpose of this meeting is to provide project updates and seek public comments about the north corridor study project features, station alternatives and potential impacts. Monday, March 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. Gateway Shopping Center 5258-12 Norwood Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32208 Tne meeting will be conducted as an open house. There will be a continuous loop slide show and other study materials available for review. Citizens are invited to view the study materials, discuss the project with staff and provide comments. Comments can be submitted at the meeting or mailed to Mrs.Winova Hart-Mayer, Jacksonville Transportation Authority, 100 North Myrtle Avenue Jacksonville Fl 32204 or email whart@jtafla.com. Anyone requiring special accommodations should contact Winova Hart-Mayer at (904) 630-3185 or e-mail whart@jtafla.com no later than seven days prior to the meeting. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or familial status. 5 I Jacksonville Transportation Authority Regional Transportation Solutions 100 North Myrtle Avenue, Jacksonville Florida 32204 Telephone: (904) 630-3185 Fax: (904) 630-3166 www.jtafla.com Part of your day. Part of your community. Part of your life. 24478 The Warner University men's basketball team shot nearly 70 percent from the floor as they bested reigning conference tournament champions Edward Waters College 103-66 on Saturday w The win improves the Royals to 16-1,0 with a 5-5-conference mark while Edward Waters dropped to 11-12, 1-9 The Sun 5 " Conference. Warner led 49-44 at the half 1 - EWC's Daniel Grant led all scorers with 0 / 29 points, going 6 or 6 at the foul line.b. h,, Johnny Nelson scored 9 points but also recorded six rebounds and three steals. Demetrice Thomas finished with eight points. VanRossi Holder and William Walter Brown each had seven points. The Royals registered five players in double-digit scoring with Preston Adams leading the pack with 17 points on 7-11 shooting from the field, including going 2-4 'e 4 from behind the arc and going 1-2 from the free throw line. Bethune Cookman's Tobias Mahone (15) scored 10 Lamont Houston followed with 16 points and his two three-pointers in the second half points off the bench, Mimes Islamovic helped B-CU get within striking range of North scored 15 points, Adam Branch scored 14 points in only 15 minutes of play and Derell Henderson rounded out the top scorers with 13 points. Junior guard Allan Keen led the game with five assists. NORTH CAROLINA A&T 61, BETHUNE COOKMAN 56 The Wildcats' four-game MEAC road winning streak came to an end Monday night at NC A&T. The Wildcats (12-12, 6-4, MEAC) led by four points at halftime and the game was tied 39-39 with 11:50 to play. NC A&T (11-13, 5-5, MEAC) then wenton a 15-8 run to go ahead 54-47, with 3:52 to play. C. J. Reed was in foul trouble throughout the game and registered his fourth foul with 15:40 to play in the game and sat out almost 10 minutes in the second half. He led the 'Cats with 12 points, Jarrell Thomas scored 11 and Tobias Mahone scored 10 points. The Aggies limited B-CU to only 35.8 percent field goal shooting (21-57) and NC A&T was led in scoring by Ed Jones and Nicholas Wilson both with 15 points. NORFOLK STATE 96, FLORIDA A&M 69 Michael Deloach scored 28 points to pace Norfolk State to a 96-69 victory over Florida A&M. Florida A&M (6-16, 4-6) was led by Larry Jackson, with 18 points and six rebounds. Lamar Twitty finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Deloach pulled down six rebounds for the Spartans (8-13, 6-4 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference). Aleek Pauline scoredl6 points. Norfolk State went on a 12-1 run early in the first half, taking a 20-8 lead after a pair of free throws from Kevin Worsley with 11:51 remaining. They would lead 50-25 lead at halftime, thanks to a 13-3 run to end the half. The Spartans shot 51.5 percent from the field (35-for-68) and 40 per- cent from 3-point range (10-for-25). The Rattlers shot only 59.3 percent from the free-throw line (16-for-27). ]-__ __ - X XPRESSTAX Bank Fees Free File Now Express Tax Terrie Laney Come and see Terrie and Laney 1803 N. Main Street the corner of 8th and Main Jacksonville, Florida (904) 634-3484 EXPRESSTAX Your Friendly Tax Experts Because "We Care!" IOi --- -. -.. -- d- -- .--- - 'n?'tLUS^ptrr... i? A S 95 People Tested At Black Hiv/Aids Awareness Day Event At Edward Waters College BOOK CLUB MEMBERS TO HELP CREATE A GREENER CITY *-- ,,i By: Kristen Beach Photos: Courtesy of COJ Book Club members and their families joined Mayor Peyton and other city leaders in plant- ing a tree at the new Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens-a 120 acre natural preserve in Arlington. Throughout the event, members participated in a tree planting ceremony, guided nature hikes and educational activities, had keepsake- photos taken, visited with costumed characters and enjoyed story tellers, snacks, live music and much more. What's more, each attendee received free hardwood and evergreen tree seedlings of their own, to plant at their homes. RALLY Jacksonville!, the mayor's early literacy initiative, includes a com- ponent called Mayor Peyton's Book Club, which provides the opportunity for all 4-year-old Duval County pre- kindergarteners to receive a FREE reusable tote bag filled with fun reading tools and a series of 12 Jacksonville- theme books. New to the Book Club this year, the Great Outdoor Adventure program encourages members and their families to get outdoors, exercise, incorporate "green" strategies in their lives and enjoy local natural treasures. Club members now have the opportunity to partici- pate in monthly theme events with related activities, educational programming, books and story times co-hosted by JaxParks and the Jacksonville Public Library. The Great Outdoor Adventure February theme is "Tree Treasures" making it a natural fit to celebrate the donation and opportunity to make Jacksonville a little more "green" with help from local children. For more information on .RALLY Jacksonville! and Mayor Peyton's Book Club, visit www.jaxkids.net or call (904) 630-4754. Free AdmisiSS~on!!! [ 1 Phone Sunday FEB 1 5th 2e-.mail 9 a.m. to 1I1 a.m. / *Drills, games & prizes \ / 'Meet & Interaet wi", tP UNF Men's Tennis Tam .. . . .. E ._- --"- Contact: Dan Murphy, Communications Coordinator River Region Human Services 904-899-6300, ext. 4116 2009 Aids Summit: Sisters R.I.S.E. (Resisting Influence with Support and Education) February 19th, and 20th Edward Waters College, 1859 Kings Rd., Jacksonville Fl 32209 Jacksonville, FL, February 2009 The 2009 AIDS Suommit will be held on February 19th and 20th at Edward Waters College. Dr. Dawn Emerick, Executive Director of the Northeast Florida Health Planning Council, will be the plenary speaker. The 'conference and workshops are free to the public. For professionals who work in the field of HIV/AIDS, nine Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered by River Region Human Services for a charge of $50.00. The corn- ference schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on February 19th and from 9:00 a.m. to noon on February 20th: Registration will be at 8:00 a.m. on February 19th at the Adams-Jenkins Music Sports Complex on the campus of Edward Waters College. S"The Center for Substance Abuse Prevention has provided funding to research hIv'. much of a factor substance abuse .is in the contraction of HIV kiDS among African-American women of child-bearing age. HIV/AIDS is increas- ,ing more in that vulnerable demographic than in any *other group," said Nine n a Br, jni. V.P. of Clinical Operations at River Region Human Services. "One of the primary goals of this year's AIDS Summit is to facilitate a con- versation between treatment providers and the women who are at greatest risk Sfr contracting HIV/AIDS. There will be numerous surveys and focus gr...up'. throughout the AIDS Summit, The ultimate objective is to develop more etTec - tive strategies for preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS," Ms. Bryant said. The 2009 AIDS Summit is being funded in part by the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention and is being sponsored by River Region Human Services, . EJdv ard Waters College, Florida A&M University College of Pharmacy, and the Minority AIDS Coalition. For more information and pre-registration, con- tact Marilynne Wilcox at (904)899-6300, ext. 4115. River Region Human Services provides treatment for HIV-AIDS, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse. River Region has been improving the quality of life in Northeast Florida since 1972. In partnership with government, businesses, and organizations throughout the community, River Region helps people to develop and maintain healthy lifetr,-le 2055 Reyko Rd., Ste. 101, Jacksonville, Florida 32207 (904)899.- 6300 www.rrhs.org By DANNY MURPHY, River Region Human Services Photos: Courtesy of COJ On Saturday, February 7th, 95 people, from age 17- to 70, received risk assessments for HIV/AIDS and were tested for the disease at Edward Waters College. It was part of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD). The event was organized by River Region Human Services and the Minority AIDS Coalition. Radio personality Renee Simone pro- moted the event on V101.5. "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is a national mobilization effort designed to encourage African- Americans across the United States and Territorial Areas to get educated, get tested, get treated, and get involved with HIV/AIDS, as it continues to devastate Black com- munities," says Steven Davis, a member of the NBHAAD Strategic Leadership Council. Lolita Hill, Director of Outreach for River Region Human Services, was one of the leaders in a NBHAAD motorcycle ride. "We make up 13% of the population, but 49% percent of all cases of HIV/AIDS," she said. "Today's ride is about awareness and education, getting people tested so they will know their status, and if they are positive, getting them into care." E P R A P Participants in the Awareness Motorcycle Ride joined hands prior to the start of the ride .I P 95'.peopai rscened frel Mlesetng and. c:'jurpni'n a Edward Waters College. 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Volunteer dentists from the Sulzbacher Center provides the Jacksonville Dental Society, an affili- Sally Ott, executive director of the opportunity for homeless men, ate of the Northeast District Dental Northeast District Dental Association women and children to achieve a bet- Association of Florida, sponsored this of Florida explained further, "Give ter life. The center's comprehensive event at the center for the third year. Kids a Smile is part of Project Dentists services include street outreach, daily Care, an on-going effort throughout meals, safe shelter, case manage- The director of events for GKAS the State of Florida to provide free ment support, job placement assis- Jacksonville is Dr. Shawn Perce. He dental services to the needy and tance, medical, dental, mental health described GKAS as "a national den- underserved." and vision care as well as scattered- tal-access program initiated by the site housing. Every day, the American Dental Association in order The event was between 7:30 a.m. Sulzbacher Center is home to more to provide care to the underserved and 4:30 p.m., fifteen dentists provid- than three hundred homeless mem- pediatric population. In 2008, GKAS ed free dental care to homeless and bers of our community-many of whom Jacksonville raised over $38,000 in needy children under eighteen years are children. For -more information, services for the children at the of age. Services included screenings, visit www.sulzbachercenter.org. Sulzbacher Center. 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