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** ^ '- : ".-* T- "L: -'i.. i P~pT~adiQ TTk -y.and ,,Thursda. X j '.-StarNev -,rs a, -.. PO.,. ... .V,,a- THE See Tiger while in Jacksonville- B-4 SFLORIDA www.thefloridastar.com Man was ot interest, NOW Wanted-Murder,Battery,etc Originally, Jeffery Washington, 44, was a per- son of interest after a shooting at the Saddle Creek Apartments on May 13, 2009. That has changed. He is now a sus- pect with an outstanding warrant for murder, attempted murder, armed Jeffery Washington, Suspect burglary, and aggravated battery domestic violence. Investigation revealed that Washington forced his way into the apartment of his estranged wife. Once he was inside, he shot the estranged wife's friend, Michael R. Brooks, 29. The estranged wife ran to her bedroom and retrieved a gun. She then shot the suspect, Jeffery Washington. Washington was able to take the gun away from her and batter her. He then fled the area. Brooks was air lifted to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. Washington may have a gunshot wound. Call 1-866-845 TIPS to remain anonymous. Wheel of Justice l Wanted Jadlue NIIny Two weeks in a row, the Channel 4 Wheel of Justice stopped on James King. When fate makes such a move, does it mean it is time that somebody turn in a clue on where James King is hid- ing before he commits another crime? Help get him off of the streets. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. You do not have to disclose your identity. Serial Rapist Five rape cases over a 9-year period, linked to this man. The majority of the rape cases over a 9-year period linked to the above sus- pect have been 'in the Arlington Expressway area. He is described to be between 35-40 years of age, between 5'4" and 6' tall, 150-165 pounds, clean shaven and having bad teeth. He rides a bike. Darien's Ms. Eloise Dead at 101 Years Old She is known in the Darien-Brunswick area as Cousin Eloise, Mother Polite and a very loving person. Mrs. Eloise Keith Polite was born on November 20, 1907 to the late Mr. Shamarey Boatwright and Ms. Ada Keith. She was well known and lived in the Needwood community Mrs. Eloise Keith Polite, 101 all of her life arid attended the Needwood School. Mrs. Polite was baptized' in January 1917 by the late Rev. L. J. Thomas and continued to be a faithful member and Mother of the Needwood Baptist Church. Mrs. Polite married the late Mr. Leroy Clark from which one child was bor and preceded her in death. She later married the late Mr. William Polite and upon this union four children were born. Mrs. Polite worked many labor jobs such as shrimp peeler at Pleoger dock, harvested vegetables at Butler Island Plantation, a laborer at Hercules Powder Company, and Brunswick Quick Freeze (Golden Shores) as a shrimp peel- er where she retired. Although Mrs. Polite was no longer employed, she continued her tireless efforts by looking after her grandchildren and great Darien- Continued A-7 Over 900 Southern Dr. Gwendolyn B. Lee. National President, The Links, Inc. URGENT Call or Email Governor There is a bill that has been passed by the Florida Senate that must be blocked. If this bill goes through, Florida citizens will lose all rights to a voice regarding water management and such mat- ters as St. Johns River. Call Governor Charlie Crist and ask him to please veto Senate Bill #2080. The number to call is (850) 488-7146. You may also send, an email to: charlie.crist@myflorida.com. Give him your name and address. Do this NOW. Glynn County and Darien Police Officers Shoots Man His name has not been released but, a 20-year- old man from Townsend was shot several times by Glynn County and Darien police after a high-speed chase that started in Glynn County and ended in McIntosh County. According to reports, the incident started when Glynn County officers were called to a house off U.S. 17 around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday. The man was not in the house but in a Chrysler 300. When the-officers arrived, he reversed the car and slammed into the police car behind him. He then straightened the car, reversed it again, then pulled forward, almost hitting a police. .After which, the chase began at about 120 mph. When the suspect reached an area of McIntosh County, his car ran Glynn See A-7 Links ... ,acksonville Southern area Links are in Jacksonville from May 13-17, 2009 to address childhood obesity prevention, a kickoff of a partnership between the Bold City Chapter and the City of Jacksonville to encourage greater use of $1.6 Million Urban Walking Trail funds, initiated by City Councilman Warren Jones. The National President of The Links, Inc., Dr. Gwendolyn Lee will speak and honor community leaders. Conference activities are extensive and will be based on friendship and service to the community. Members attending are from Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Nassau in the Bahamas. Brewster Hospital 1 or 18 Projects to be Recognized -- 2 .-i _- -"-** Brewster Hospital Before and after renovation. In celebration of National Preservation Month, the Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission will honor 18 projects and servic- es at their annual awards ceremony on Thursday, May 21 at Jacksonville Main Library, 6:00 p.m. Among those honored will be City Councilwoman Glorious Johnson and City Councilman Warren Jones for their contributions toward the restoration of Brewster Hospital. Brewster Hospital is the first in the country where African-American nurses could receive training. The building has been restored to pre- serve its original Victorian gingerbread style architecture. The building was originally constructed in 1885 as the home of Hans Christian Peters, a meat dealer. It is one of Jacksonville's oldest Victorian structures. Peters, sold the house in 1901 to the Missionary Society of Methodist Episcopal Church, which through a partnership with Boylan-Haven School (a school for African-American females), converted the build- ing to the "Brewster Hospital and Nurse Training School." Councilwoman Johnson worked closely with the women who were nurses or trained at Brewster, specifically Vera Williams Cruse, R.N., M.S., Ed.D. The facility was dedicated to Dr. Cruse at the Brewster Hospital Restoration Celebration. I News in Brief Tony Brown Leaves Hampton Tony Brown, former television personality, author and first dean of the School of Journalism at Howard University, announced at the Hampton University com- mencement activities, that he is retiring from the University as SDean of the Scripps Howard T own, 76 School of Journalism and Communications. He served as dean for five years. Judy Clabes, former president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Foundation, who contributed $10 million to the program, said Brown did a "great job." Brown was dean when The Florida Star's publisher, Clara McLaughlin was a journalism student at Howard University. She said he was "an excellent dean." Dying Woman Tells She met him on AOL's instant messag- ing service. His screen name was 'Mike'. He was an ex-convict and when she rebuffed his requests to meet in person, he stabbed her in a New York park. With her Nimzay last breath, she said, "Mike did it." He Aponte, 23 (Raymond Dennis) has been arrested. Wanda Sykes' Wife Delivers Twins On October 25, 2008, comedian Wanda Sykes married her female partner. This week she announced that she and her wife, Alex, are the mother of twins, born on April 27, 2009. The twins are daughter, Olivia Lou and son, Lucas Claude. Olivia Lou weighed Wanda Sykes 6 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19 inches long. Their son Lucas Claude weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and he was 20 inches long. The statement was made by Sykes' rep. No further information was given. Chrysler To Cut 789 Dealers Chrysler announced that their restructuring would cut 25% of their dealerships. Presently, there are 3,200 dealerships. They have announced that 789 of them will be eliminated by June 9, 2009. Dealers were advised of this move Thursday morning. Population Growth Changed It was projected in August 2008 that white children would become the minority in 2023 and overall, whites would be the minority in 2042. Now, because of the economy and deterred immigration, the new projection says this will not happen for 50 years. "d tr "a .... r-" 2' B ab.'on*...^-SK: ....^** le .'-n :-. ; -;. .-..: B.,A .1 .ip, es ...' -4. Pid-Y earr- BnNetwo k 1b 7 8 51069 00151 0 Looking for customers to patronize yourL business or utilize your services? If you111 aWi 9) M.66 raSch more people? 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INC JAX PLUMBERS & PIPEFITTERS SHANDS JACKSONVILLE JAX SHERIFFOFFICE SOCIALSECURITY ADMINISTRATION LIBERTY NATIONAL ST. VINCENT'S HEALTHCARE STATE OFFICE OF APPRENTICESHIP THE GAPOTA COMPANY UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX US NAVY US DEPT. OF LABOR JAX TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY WASTE MANAGEMENT WORKSOURCE WORLD FINANCIAL GROUP Come Prepared.... Bring Your Resumes and Dress Your Best! In addition, the Congresswoman will host a series of job readiness workshops in conjunction with Goodwill Industries (904) 354-9180, Worksource (904) 798-9229 and the Jacksonville Urban League (904)366-6494. These will help a person to brush up on their interview skills by attending at least one of the workshops. For more information about the readiness workshops or the Job Fair, please contact the office of Congresswoman Corrine Brown. For more information contact Carolyn Chatman or Ken Johnson at (904) 354-1652 I a pull 009 -,- .-- --- - PAGE A-2 THE STAR FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JOBS!!! CONGRESSWOMAN CORRINE BROWN HOSTS THE SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL JOB FAIR In conjunction with the City of Jacksonville PLACE: Prime F. Osborn Convention Center 1000 Water Street Jacksonville, Florida DATE: MONDAY, MAY 18, 2009 TIME: 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. ____ _____ I- I I - - 4m- r r- r r r r Faith In Our Community Schedule of Events and Services MT. LEBANON MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH YOUTH DEPARTMENT 9313 Ridge Blvd., office Soutel Dr., will be celebrating its Annual Youthful Praise Celebration, Tuesday thru Sunday, May 12-17, 2009. The celebration will begin with a 3-night revival, 7:00 p.m. each night with the following church- es: Tuesday, May 12th Brodus Perry, Philippi Baptist Church, 9232 Gibson Ave; Wednesday, May 13th - Glenn Foreman, Jr., Resurrection Baptist Church - Christian Center; Thursday, May 14th Jarod Williams, Life Church International 207 West 6th St. On Friday night, join us in a "Youth Jam" to close out our Revival. We will have dance groups, choirs, various performanc- es and bible trivia. Rev. Chavez Williams of Household of Faith will be presiding over this hallelujah praise and. worship service. Again we say, "Revive Us Again!" We want to see you here! THE FIRST A.M.E. CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY PRESENTS: Sunday May 24, 2009 at 5:00 p.m., 91 Old Kings Rd., Palm Coast, FL -2009 FAME Music Series -MICHAEL BOOKER IN CONCERT - Michael Booker will be in concert at First A.M.E. Church, Palm Coast, FL. Michael is a highly acclaimed Pianist of great diversity. He has studied classical, jazz, and many other Afro-Latin styles. Michael was appoint- ed Music Director at First A.M.E. Church of Palm Coast in 20,07. You don't want to miss this one. Invite your relatives, friends and neighbors to come out and have a wonderful time. GENESIS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, INC., 241 South McDuffAve., Jacksonville where Rev. Calvin O. Honors is the Pastor will be celebrating their Mass Choir's 5th Anniversary on Sunday, May 17, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. Various choirs and groups have been invit- ed to help us "prais God from whom all Blessings flow." For more information, call the church at (904) 389-2923. NEW FOUNTAIN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH, 737 -Jessie St., Jacksonville, with Rev. Louis Kirkland, Pastor and members invite you to come and join us as we celebrate our 62nd Annual Leona Daniels' Day, May 17th beginning with Morning Worship at 10:45 a.m.; Evening.Woship at 3:30 p.m. Call (904) 358-2258 for more information. FRIENDSHIP PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH, 1106 Pearce St., and Elder Bobbie Sheffield, Pastor, invite you to our Annual Women Day on Sunday, May 17th starting with 9:30 a.m. Sunday School and 11:00. a.m. Morning Worship Service. Call (904) 353-7734 for info. GREATER NEW MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY' BAPTIST CHURCH and Rev. Dr. Percy Jackson, Jr., Senior Pastor, celebrates its 64th Church Anniv. and its 1st Pastor's Anniv. Worship celebration (every Sunday at 4 p.m.) Except 2nd Sunday (Mother's day) & May 24th at 6 p.m. 1953 West 9th St., Jacksonville. (904) 374-1672. RESURRECTION BAPTIST CHURCH, CHRIS- TIAN CENTER, .6046 Moncrief Road West, Jacksonville is having a Youth Conference May 19-24, 2009 starting nightly at 7:30 p.m.; May 23rd, Annual friends and family picnic at the church starting at 11:00 a.m.; May 24th service starts at 10:45 a.m. SWEETFIELD MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 1365 Harrison St., Jacksonville, with Dr. richard R. Russ, Pastor. is having a Sunday School and Ask Us About Our If there had been a death Pre-Need in your family yesterday. what would you be doing toda'? Fore- 11 9Thought Funeral Planning program FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED Since 1988 ALPHONSO WEST MORTUARY, INC. 4409 Soutel Dr. Jacksonville. FL 32208 Tel: (904) 766-9671 Fax: (904) 766-2354 DIRECTORS Deborah l'est Alphonso West Jacqueline '. Bartley Usher Board Celebration Service. Un Sunday, May 17th come celebrate with our church school 1st Annual Sunday School Celebration Service beginning at 9:30 a.m. ending with an explosive evening service at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 24th at 4:p.m. For more information, please contact Sis. Nicolla Mack at (904) 226-6437. SUMMERVILLE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 690 West 20th St., in Jacksonville and The Deaconess/Missionary Ministry will present Women In White, Sunday, May 17th at 5:00 p.m. For more infor- .mation, call (904) 598-0510. GENESIS CAFE -Come out, fellowship and enjoy good food and some of the best local gospel voices in Jacksonville, Saturday May 23, 2009, Dinner @ 4:00 p.m. Please call 904-448-8434 for reservation. Celebrate the Gospel. Featuring in Concert: Alton (A.J.) Jackson Christian Comedian, Abyssinia Missionary Baptist Church; Tarra F. Jones -Unity Christian Fellowship Ministry; Idella Wynn- St. Nicholas Bethel Baptist Church; Tamara Halyard New St. James Holy Family Church; Music by Minister Frank Evans - Renewed Life Ministries. Join NORTHWEST JACKSONVILLE COMMU- NITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION for a Town Hall Meeting, Monday, June 15, 2009. Topics: *NJCDC Report to the Community Ash Mediation within the community and how it could affect you * Neighborhood Stabilization-Housing Opportunities at St. Matthew Baptist Church, located at 3731 Moncrief Road, in Jacksonville from 6:00 .pm. 8:00 p.m. For more information, call Paul Tutwiler @904-764.1805, email: ptutwiler2003@yahoo.com ANNUAL "STAMP OUT HUNGER" FOOD DRIVE produces a 10 percent increase in nonperish- able food donations to the Second Harvest Food Bank, which will distribute the products to more than 520 community agencies serving people in need. Second Harvest serves an 18-county area which provides food to community programs such as church pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters and senior citizen centers in. 18 counties. The Food Bank also provides much-need- ed food during the typically lean summer months when children are unable to receive the free or reduced-fee lunches that are available during the school year: The challenge now, Rieley said, is for the Second Harvest staff to effectively sort food that has been collected in order to prepare it for distribution. He said the Food Bank would welcome any and all volunteers, "We need all the help we can get right now," Rieley said. "Our warehouse is full, which is a wonderful problem to have. Our goal is to sort and move this food as quickly as we possibly can." Interested volunteers should con- tact Rev. Larry Riley, volunteer coordinator at the Second Harvest Food Bank, at 904.353.3663 (ext. 223) or e-mail lriley@wenourishhope.org. Listings are due the Tuesday before the next issue. Email submissions preferred. Send to: info@thefloridastar.com I The Church Directory ' "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 0 2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary) Tuesday Pastoral Bible Study ................ 7:00 p.m. Pastor, Eric Lee Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus (904) 764-5727 Church Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church Sunday Worship Service ............. .................. 10:00 a.m. Church School .................................... 8:30 p.m. Wednesday "Glory Hour" Bible Study ......................... 10:00 a.m. "Jehovah Jirah" Bible Study .......................... 6:30 p.m. 2nd & 4th Thursday "Young at Heart Ministry. .......... 10:00 a.m. Friday Joy Explosion Ministry ...... ...................... .. 6:30 p.m. 201 East Beaver St. (904) 355-9475 Rev. F.D. 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; Gospell75@aol.com Website: Greaterelbethel.org --~BMIM--'-- ---- --------" 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 Paynes Chapel A.M.E. :Church S2200 Albany Street, P.O Box 759..Brunswick. GA 31520 (912).261-955.5 :' 'R*evi Richard Huw r on Pastor , Worship OppoiiS ,- Sunday Church c8oiol "A Life Chan mg peri ce".. .... 9:15 10:5l prng Wo ervic ...:T. n OO S Chur at Study (Weekly Bible Study) SMonday Nights .............: ... ..00 -1:30 p.m. Join Us as lle Stiu' die Norrd of God and Enrich Our Souls! * 0* ** ** ** ** *** ** Almighty GodFather of all mercies and giver of all Subscribe to comfort: Deal graciously, we pray thee, with those , who mourn, that casting every care on thee, they may T h e F lo r d a S ta r know the consolation of thy love, through Jesus Christ our LORD. If hm.- All T I .^ BALDWIN, Louise died May 8, 2009. BARNES, Vera E., 64, died May 9, 2009. BLAKE, Margaret died May 6, 2009. CLARK, Eddie, 63, died May 5, 2009. CROSS, Patedricka died May 11, 2009. DAVIS, Sandra B., died May 6, 2009. EARNEST, Daniel W., died May 5, 2009. FLEMING, Ruth Mae, 71, died May 6, 2009. FLETCHER, Jordan, 13, died May 6, 2009. GRAHAM, Anthony died May 12, 2009. GREENE, Games E., died may 6, 2009. JACKSON, Ollie, died May 9, 2009. JONES, Walter died May 9, 2009. LACEY, Baby Jeremiah I., died May 7, 2009. LANNING, Ms. Alcinda, 62, died May 7, 2009. LOVE, Buddie J., died May 6, 2009. LYLES, Levi Sr., died May 8, 2009. MATHIS, Mrs. Elminnie, 68, died May 7, 2009. McGHEE, Marvin, Sr., died May 7, 2009. PHILLIPS, Travis B., died May 7, 2009. REID, Everett D., died May .10, 2009. SHIPPE, Harry M., Jr., died May 10, 2009. TAYLOR, Bernard died May 8, 2009. THOMAS, Jerry died May 7, 2009. YOUNG, Eric J., died May 6, 2009. YOUNG, Mrs. Laretha died May 9, 2009. * * Ir i ia A i ll o i e S"News You Can Use" (904) 766-8834 Tune In To Clara McLaughlin Yvonne Brooks Host Co-Host IMPACT 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! ................... .. .___ '* -"5- -. _Z -:-- '~-- AJ --- -- :1;~ i~"hr '.~i'~i-i~s -4 IayY~ $ s ~';;it~tllz~; ing iih~lppens~z ing 07i Te 1Firt Gvlrast"' ONEJAX Honors Community Leaders at Awards Dinner ONEJAX presented its 2009 Humanitarian Awards to a-very special person in our community, Mrs. Eleanor Gay, a dedicated mother, grandmother and friend was joined by family and friends who came from far and near to share the wonderful celebration. After working for Florida Community College at Jacksonville as a counselor and then as Director of Equal Access/Equal Opportunity, she joined the staff of The Community Foundation. True to her noted skills she was instrumental in implementing the Foundation's first initiative-based grant making program and served as the primary instructor. Since retiring from the Foundation she spends time serving on the Board of Trustees. Mrs. Gay, a member of the Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, is an EVE Lifetime Achievement recipi- ent, a member- of numerous non-profit boards and a very active member of Historic Mt, Zion A.M.E. Church. She is well known as the woman behind many successful leaders can be fondly described as a 'King and Queen Maker'. 'It is so wonderful that she is having the opportunity to take-a well earned place in the spotlight. Other honorees were: Scot Ackerman, Mrs. Ann Baker, and Gregory Matovina. #** *** . 2009 Players Championship Our golf favorite, the one and only Tiger Woods was back on the prowl for the tournament. Although he did not win the tournament, he was in top 10. Of course the Players Championship isn't all about golf. The event is always a wonderful opportunity to network and socialize. The parties are always marvelous at the TPC Club, TPC Village and in private homes. This year's tournament parties included The Players Celebration and the Southern Pig Roast Fete. The weather was hot which is typical for May on the First Coast. However, everyone had a blast of a time!! 2009 Humanitarian Awards Dinner I MAYi 10, 2009Y 1 a u ClC pmra ~rrrrl~Job e * - 0-a -P - - a a-C -- -a aa- a - a- - a- = ~ a * -a -a.. a CRIMINAL DEFENSE PERSONAL INJURY FAMILY LAW 220 E. FORSYTH STREET. SUITE E JACKSONVILLE, FL 32202 OFFICE: (904)357-8448 FAX: (904)357-8446 MEMO a-a Copyrighted Material - . Syndicated Content - Available from Commercial News Providers ap -. -.641 - a- a - e- a-- ar. a a 1 . - a. a * - - - 'a - - w ,,lpl a a m- - 4 -** - a~ ~ 41W a 'a -a - *-M o- - *A -. -m o ON-- - a a O , p -. 0 a.0w --a- *b. -MEOW~ m 4b.- - ---,Now- - a a - q a Wp ~ .m a - a c- a- - a a- -ar - a a S a-- a a- - r a - S - I a -- -~.. t ar Toni Braxton encourages you to learn the signs of autism at autismspeaks.org al Early diagnosis can make a lifetime of difference. AUTISM SPEAKS" It's time to lsten. i .3 IrVLSOm ~i itIri y r t 't~r~ I l~m~ Deadline for Ads: Tuesday @ 5 p.m. Call: (904) 766-8834 ad@thefloridastar.com - i BtB f i Sf r .lia.^S^t `P- Y' 2 '-2 ,'^ ',, -7-_' ,- "":-- '-.r- -_'"7"T.:,* 1. WWW.COBBINLEGAL.COM Balfour Beatty Infrastructure Inc. S***INVITATION TO BID*** Project: Contract ID T2282-Disfrict 2 CR209 Bridge over Black Creek Bridge Project No.211560 Clay. County BID DATE: May 20,2009 Bid Time: 10:30AM Project Value: $24,376,000 Please Contact Tim Daniels at: (904) 378-7175 or E-Mail at tdaniels@bbinfrastructureinc.com Baprrm, ssre~a~s~%raa~i~n~,~I~l-l~l~-~l-rl-i I I - PAGE A-5 THI STAR lrf.41 1.< 'i AI / I PAE -6TE TA MY16 20 Laura Izibor, Irish Beauty Lets The Truth Be Told By Rych McCain/ feedbaclcych@sbcglobal.net, Photos by Kayt Jones First I would like to thank Marisa Bianco, Jillian Giblin and Jordan Frazes of Atlantic Records Publicity in New York and Steve Waxman of Warner Music Canada. Also Laura's road man- ager Ailis for all coming together to make this interview possible on a very last minute notice. I was scrambling as usual to meet my weekly dead- lines when I ran across a photo of Laura Izibor in a magazine. I first thing that grabbed my attention was her sexy afro with its beautifully hanging chocolate coils. You know I wrote a book on Black Afrikan Hair so I had to investigate this gorgeous young lady fur- ther because natural hair amongst black women today can be rare with all of the artificial, straight, blonde locks that the "sis- tas" are rocking today. After doing my home- work and discovering. that she was a Black Irish woman, I had to feature Izibor! I scrapped what I was working on and con- tacted Marisa, Jillian and Steve who set me up in time to complete the interview and make dead- line. Izibor is currently on tour, opening for India Arie. She was in Durham, North Carolina, and after the show returned to her hotel where I was able catch her by phone. The show had gone well; Izibor was relaxed and very cordial. After only five minutes into our con- versation, it was like talk- ing to one of my favorite nieces. Izibor was born and reared in Dublin, Ireland of mixed parent- age i.e., white mom and black dad. She is 22 and a May Taurus. Her mom reared five children alone and the home was not musical. As a child, Izibor became hooked on U.S. soul music listening to Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding and others. By age 13, she was playing piano and writing songs. This led to her winning the highly regarded "2FM Song Contest" in Dublin. ,Soon after she obtained personal man- agement and at age six- teen was signed to Jive Records. She left high school and moved to New York City. That deal did- n't last because the A&R guy who signed her moved over to Atlantic Records. Izibor followed and began a four year trek putting her debut album Let The Truth Be Told together. The single "From My Heart To Yours" was released and has started Izibor on a journey that will definite- ly take her to the top of the mountain musically. On this particular tour, Izibor accompanies her- self on keyboard with only a guitarist as a back- up. What keyboard brand does she play on stage? She answers, "It's a Roland RD 300 but if you press me, I love the piano. I'm not going to lie. I'm a keyboard girl but first and foremost (acoustic) piano." And for that she prefers a Steinway grand. What kind of audience would Izibor love to build into her following? She responds, "I think the audience is already there. By doing these perform- ances, when you see the reaction and the bond, I think India and I definite- ly tap into a similar type. Honestly, when you have that real stripped down soul that India also has, it's just one person to the next. You know it's going from her straight to that person. And there will be a certain type of person that will be drawn to that and want to come to your show because they want more than just bump their heads. They want to con- nect. They want to cry and they want to feel." Izibor further reflects and adds; "I don't like specifics and what age By Rych McCain feedbackrych@sbcglobal.net Awards American Women In Radio & Television announced that actress Niecy Nash (host of Style Network's Clean House) and (Comedy Central's Reno 911) will host their 2009 Annual Gracie Awards Gala which will be held at the New York Marriott Marquis on Wed., June 3, 2009. RecordReview Songwriter/vocalist/musi- cian Laura Izibor has dropped a new album on Atlantic Records titled Let The Truth Be Told Her current single "From My Heart To Yours" is riding the charts high and sh6 is on tour opening for India Arie. The album has ten tracks of solid feel good R&B/Soul. In keeping with the discipline of the old school artists who did all of the tracks on their albums themselves where the listener could really absorb the essence of their conviction and style; Izibor is solo all the way with no featuring anybody. She has the sexy fine looks, fire in her vocals and delivers music you can feel. Move over Alicia and the rest, a new rising superstar "sistah" from Ireland has arrived! Theatre The Ebony Repertory Theatre and Pasadena Playhouse is currently pre- senting CRWNS at The Nate Holden Performing Arts Center In LA., May 5 through June 14, 2009 and will run at the Pasadena Playhouse July 10 through August 23. Produced by Wren T Brown. Directed by Israel Hicks. Written by Regina Taylor. Adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. Starring Paula Kelly, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Suzzanne Douglas, Ann Weldon, Angela Wildflower Polk, Sharon Catherine Blanks and Clinton Derricks-Carroll. The play centers on a small group of church ladies. They all have various stories to tell that weave through U.S. black cul- ture and history with the focus on the.beautiful hats that they wore in church. This is clearly a gospel play with all gospel music and every actor is an outstanding soloist which is rear these days. The play is funny, inspiring and uplifting. Movies: Star Trek; Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment, a Bad Robot Production. Stars John Cho, Ben Cross, Bruce Greenwood, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Wmona Ryder, Zoe Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin, Eric Bana and Leonard Nimoy. Directed by J.J. Abrams. Written by Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman based upon "Sar Trek" creat- ed by Gene Roddenberry. Produced by J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof This is the start of another round of Star Trek films. The beginning is told of how the Captain Kirk era crew began with each crew member's subplot Of course there is lots of battle action and special effects. Original trekies may not like some of the sub stories of the Kirk crew but they (along with new trekie converts) should enjoy the. 2009 update. Downloading Nancy; StrandReleasing; Stars Maria Bello, Jason Patric, Rufus Sewell and Amy Brenneman. Directed by Johan Renck. Written by Pamela Cuming and Lee Ross. Produced by David Moore, Igor Kovacevich, Cole Payne and Jason Essex This film is based on a true story. Nancy (Bello) was brutally sexually abused by her uncle as a child. She carried the torment of that abuse into her adult life and finally decided to end it all. Nancy hooks up with Louis (Patric over the Internet who is just as mentally messed up as she is and he agrees to stran- gle her to death. Nancy leaves her husband Albert (Sewell) to travel to Louis' town to com- plete her mission. This movie is a very low budget, 95% dia- logue drama and is creepy in parts where psycho Nancy cuts herself in private places and she and Louis get into some freaky, kinky, pain producing masochistic sex. This one may be better served as a "can't sleep" night rental. Hit me up at feedbackrych@sbcglobal.net So da aiki, (Love and work), Rych ^, ^,,(..L-_-_ --' m_- .I.... .iB H ,.^ .U',-1' ._1--> ... M W s-4sAsI o..aB_ . Laura Izibor Deadline for Ads: Tuesday @ 5 p.m. Call: (904) 766-8834 ad@thefloridastar.com WHASSU IN HOLYHOO MAY16, 2009 PAGE A-6 THE STAR MA 1.20THSTRPGA7 Glynn Continued from A-1 off the road. At that point, the officer, in an effort to end the pursuit, used his patrol car to try and spin the suspect's car out of control. With this, Glynn County and Darien police were able to box him in. With that, the suspect tried to strike the offi- cer who had boxed him in by driving for- ward. With that move, all three police offi- cers opened fire and the suspect was shot several times. The officers did state that they did not shot excessively probably less than ten rounds. The suspect is the father of caller's child. He had been arrested in the past for domestic violence and ordered to stay away from her. Presently, the suspect is charged with three counts of aggravated assault on law enforce- ment, fleeing, attempting to elude law enforcement, possession of drugs, reckless driving and speeding. The suspect's injuries are life-threatening. Darien Continued from A-1 great grandchildren whom she loved, cared for, and protected. Mrs. Polite was preceded in death by three of her children: Arlene Cash, Charles Polite, and Elnora Austin. On Friday, May 8, 2009, Mrs. Polite entered eternal rest at her residence with her family at her side. She leaves to cherish her memories three children; Carrie P. Towns of Buffalo, New York, James Polite; and Laura Short (Claude)of Brunswick; one god daughter Mrs. Louise Bess Barnes, eleven grandchil- dren, nineteen great grandchildren, and twenty-one great-great grandchildren, a spe- cial grandniece Mrs. Harriet Price, nieces, nephews, cousins and sorrowing friends. Mrs Polite is at Darien Funeral Home. Her wake will be at.7:00 on Friday, May 15. Homegoing services will be held at Needwood Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. Saturday. Mrs. Polite's parting thoughts: "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." -II Timothy 4:7- DAUGHTERS OF GOD RAISE YOUR HAND Daughters of God, Raise your hand, Let every one know where you stand, Let every one know who He is, It doesn't matter if you're a Mrs' or a Ms; Tell every one that God is your life, And that He will removeall of your strife, SPEAK IT, FEEL IT, BE ABOUT YOUR JOY!!! DON'T BE ASHAMED!!! TO SHOUT YOUR JOY!!! Because the Word of God says at: Mark 8:38: For Whoever becomes ashamed of me and my words In this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man (JESUS) Will also be ashamed of him when he arrives in the glory of his Father with the holy angels. So be true to your God and his Son because They complete us and make us whole, Let every breathing soul know that GOD IS IN CONTROL!!! 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National Train Day celebrates the 140th anniversary of the "golden spike," which was driven into the final tie in Promontory Summit, Utah, and marked the completion of V - our nation's first transcontinental railroad in 1869. Passenger and freight service -are increasing dramatically nationwide, making this a perfect time to celebrate the strength of the railroad industry and passenger rail service in the United States. Foi many rural Americans in fact, Amtrak represents the only major intercity transporta- tion link to the rest of the country. Indeed, Amtrak ridership and revenue have never been stronger. In recent years, Amtrak has set records for ridership, exceeding 25 million passengers. Ticket revenues have also increased dramatically, and continue to grow steadily thus far in 2009. In Florida, Amtrak employs over 700 Florida residents, whose wages totaled over $40 million for Fiscal Year 2008. LOCAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROJ- ECTS TO BE RECOG- NIZED JACKSONVILLE. Fla. May 11. 2009 In celebra- tion of National Preservation Month, the Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission will honor 18 projects and services at their annual awards ceremony. Jacksonville Historic Preservation Awards, Thursday, May 21st at 6:00 p.m. at Jacksonville Main Library, 303 N. Laura St. National Preservation Month was created by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to spotlight grassroots preservation efforts around the country. Communities take this time to celebrate historic preser- vation activities in order to create greater public aware- ness, understanding and appreciation of efforts to preserve local historic resources and heritage. This annual awards cer- emony recognizes outstand- ing projects and services that promote historic preserva- Thomas Guerin Superintendent. Passenger Debbie Large. Congresswonan Corrine Brown. Darrell .lacon. Manager OBS Jacksonville, and .Varian Fordlhai District .llanager Station Jacksonville. I deria Hush from North Brunsivick ,\J on her wal to I inokur Ga. for mother's Day and Congresswoman Corrine Brown in Jacksonville. tion in the greater Jacksonville area. Award categories include: Heritage Education and Publications. Residential and Commercial Rehabilitation, and Preservation Projects and Services. The awards will be presented by the Historic Preservation Commissioners with the chairman, Mitch Weiss, acting as the master of ceremonies. Some of the projects and people receiving awards on May 21 include: the film "-Kiss of Life: The 40th Anmversary," which docu- ments the Pulitzer-winning 1967 photograph by Rocco Morabito of a JEA lineman dangling from a pole while receiving mouth to mouth resuscitation; the Historic Sites Survey of the St. Nicholas Neighborhood; the exterior restorations of the Woman's Club of Jacksonville located in ant the rsnnect your ministry deserves Riverside and the Richard Nor a nJohn D. Mlatthews and ,tr. L I! illiam. No r m a n Studios in Arlington: and the MOtNT SINA archaeological findings atTSINA the Betz-Tiger Point OF Preserve. Among the indi- SUMMER EN viduals being honored is Council Members Glorious CERTIFIED Johnson and Warren Jones for their contributions JUNE 8 TH toward the restoration of the ACCEPT] Brewster Hospital. 20 1 I CHRISTIAN ACADEMY EXCELLENCE [RICHMENT STIMULUS CAMP 2009 ) TEACHERS & STAFF ROUGH JULY 31, 2008 ING ONLY 4 BABIES -5 YEAR OLDS 26 6-15 YEAR OLDS -CUTTING YOUR DAY CARE BY 50% FROM 8 JUNE-31 JULY ONLY NURSERY CURRICULUML BABIES CAN READ TOO ACADEMICS "MATH. SCIENCE. READING & WRITING M-THU FIELD TRIPS TRAINED MENTORS & SECURITY. HELPING FAMILIES WHO NEED IT THE MOST, LOWEST CAMP PRICE $50 PER WEEK and $30 NON-REFUNDABLE REGISTRATION HOT LUNCH AND SNACK DAILY Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church 2036 Silver St., Jacksonville, Florida 32206 Phone:904-354-7249 Fax: 904-358-0303 website: mtsinaimissionarybaptistchurch.org I Sherree Wallace is Graduating from Jones College Saturday May 16, 2009 We are proud of you George and Gennetta-Cooper, parents; Your Daughters, Brothers, Sister, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. Congratulations!!! APRIL MARIE JONES "Pride of The Jones Family" who graduated in the Class of 2009 from FAMU with a Degree in Pharmacy. From left: April M. Jones, Julian White, Family Friend; Rudy Jones, Uncle, and her very proud mother, Cynthia Wooten. She is the granddaughter of Dea. Calvin and Mrs. Willie L. Jones. I AiE B D- ASk Deanna! is an aavice column Known jor tus fearless approach to reality-based subjects! HEALTH W8 By Ulysses W. Watkins, Jr., M.D. TTNRTTFTRNT Dear Deanna! u I have an issue with my loud neighbor. She is so rude and disre- - spectful and has no regards for the rest of us in the apartment com- Sunburn is inflammation of the skin and the tissues plex. We're forced to listen to her loud music, she has company just beneath it cased by over-exposure to the ultraviolet coming in and out and her place is always one big party. Several U of us havejoined together asked her to tone i dwn but she laughs. of the sun. theaffected area becomes red, hot, ten- and says she can do as she pleases as long as she pays her rent. der and swollen and in severe cases blisters may form. You are much more like- 2 What other options do we have to deal with this headache? u ly to become sunburned if you have light kin. In addition, a few people are R Annoyed On-Line Reader extra-sensitive to the sun because they have a disease or they are taking a drug ; Dear Annoyed: that makes them particularly sensitive to the sun. You can file a complaint and the first stop should be the on-site manager's office. If this You can become sunburned without sitting under the blazing sun. resource isn't helpful then you should contact the management company. Ultraviolet rays will penetrate a hazy atmosphere in which you may feel quite Yes, your neighbor pays rent but you pay as well and are entitled to a decent amount of cot peace and quiet. Once this is done, boundaries should be established. On another note, if comfortable. Also, if you are on the water or onsand, sun rays may reflect off she violates the noise ordinance after hours, you can call the police as a guarantee for a those surfaces and burn parts of your skin that you think are protected. good nights sleep. Sunburn is a special problem throughout the year in the intense sunlight of 2 Sthe southeastern and southwestern United States. Vacationers are particularly My sisterhates my boyfriend because she feels he doesn't treat me right. My boyfriend g susceptible because they may unwisely try to acquire a tan too quickly. doesn't like her because he feels she is too nosey. They always argue, try to embarrass each Since cold temperatures do not block ultraviolet rays and snow reflects them other and do dirty things to each other. I'm at the breaking point after my sister stole a e e way that sand and water do, you can also get a sunburn on a skiing check from his checkbook and cashed it. On the other hand, my boyfriend told her boyfriend that she was cheating. Where do I draw the line with them before someone gets vacation. Shu? What are the risks? Repeated sunburn or regular exposure to strong sun g Gina C. Charleston, SC ; over many years, breaks doe the elastic tissues to the skin and makes it look pre- D maturely old and wrinkled. In addition, it can causes solar keratoses, which are 7 Als inke school kids you would think they have a crush dn each other. You have to roughened red patches of skin, to appear on exposed places, especially in fair- decide how much time you have to babysit while they play games. Take control of your skinned people. Solar keratoses and/or long-term exposure to strong sun relationship and put your sister in her place. Your boyfriend needs to know your expecta- increases the risk of your getting skin cancer. tions as you give him your verbal thoughts on dealing with your sister. If he doesn't behave prevent sunburn by not sunbathing or if you must, erase him and remember that boyfriends without rings come and go, but sisters are always hat shl e ne re t y sun hing oif yu must, around. sunbathe sensibly. On the first day spend only 20 to.30 minutes in the sun. : Increase this by 30 minutes each day until you are beginning to tan, which usu- Dear Deanna! id ally takes four to five days. During this early period, use a sun screen or sun 7 I broke up with my boyfriend for another guy and now I realize this was a mistake. Ihad15. The rating a good man and I should've listened to my family and friends as they told me I should've block lotion'with an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) rating of 10 to 15. The rating 1 stayed with him. I was seeking thrills and excitement.. This caused me to be abused, cheat- should appear e.g. the label. Try not to sunbathe between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm . ed on and we broke up anyway. I want to get my boyfriend back and I'm not sure what to ; when the sun is strongest.. Once your tan is started, use plenty of suntan oil or U do. I've apologized but nothing seems to work. lotion to soothe your skin. Heartbroken and Torn San Diego, CA 7 SIf.you do get a sunburn, adopt the following self-help measures. Protect Dear Heartbroken: sunburned skin by, even while swimming, wearing clothing or applying a sun The story never changes when one thinks the grass is greener on the other side. However, 1 screen or sun block lotion with an SPF rating of 15 or more and use a soothing in your case, you had a crew telling you what to do but you chose not to listen. It serves You can take aspirin until all signs of sunburn have disappeared. you right and your ex-boyfriend shouldn't have anything else to do with you. Your apolo- ds f gy is nice but look at it from his side as you expect him to return after being with another If the sunburn is very painful, consult a physician. A low dose, anti-inflam- man. Get over it, learn from your mistakes and if he comes back, fine and if not, keep it E matory steroid cream may clear up the problem in a few days. moving. ********************** SDr. Watkins can be heard live Sundays at 7:05 pm EST on www.KCOHRadio.com. He isT Ask Deanna is written by Deanna M. 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Thanks in advance for tions are about $600 per month. She only has about $300 per month to spend your purchase. towards food. gas. utilities, auto insurance, and personal items. Basically, she's DUVAL COUNTY 4-H CAMP CHERRY LAKE -Register Now For Camp living paycheck to paycheck just like so many others people who have chose Cherry Lake. Summertime is fast approaching and we are looking forward to style over substance. a fun filled camp week July 13-17, 2009 at Camp Cherry Lake, in Madison County Florida. Campers ages 8-12 years old will have an exciting week of A car is a wasting asset, the alue of an automobile begins to decrease the outdoor recreation and educational activities planned for them this summer. moment you drive it off the lot. Money should be used wisely, although this Cost of Camp: *$190 per camper is the cost of the camp; -$65 scholarships will young school teacher has the freedom to spend her money as she sees fit, she has be awarded to 30 individuals; by the Duval County 4-H Foundation, to those chose to put a material want ahead of a need. In other words, she may need a car that have been Duval 4-H Member (including Junior Master Gardener and to drive, but she wants a Mercedes Benz. This is a classic example of misuse of EFNEP 4-H programs) from April 1, 2009, and have completed the scholarship financial power, instead of using her financial resources to build assets, (real fo $ cA m r d wi b gi v t p..* t estate, stocks, mutual funds etc.) she has used her financial resources to project a section on the form. c$29.64 camp refund will.be given to participants that costly false image of prosperity. Trust me. at the age of 24, she has already posi- qualify for free or reduced school lunches, and they completed in advance of tioned herself on the long hard road to financial struggles. Imagine, if instead of the deadline the lunch application form. 'Some for 4-H members received spending $700 per month on a car note, she instead invested it in a growth asset. Clover Buck Awards last fall and can apply them to camp cost. Call Rick if $700 per month equals $8,400 per year in savings, with a good sound investment you need to check your Clover Buck balance. Pleases call or e-mail Rick plan in place, her $8,400 yearly investment should grow to over $50,000 within Godke At 904-387-8850 rgodke@coj.net. 5 years. Trust me, she couldn't trade her Mercedes Benz in for half of that. 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Break the Cycle THE DUVAL/NASSAU ALUMNI CHAPTER, Bethune Cookman Make a commitment to break the anti-wealth building cycle of spending your University presents a "special tribute" celebrating the life and outstanding money on wasting material assets (clothes, cars, rims, jewelry, etc.) and begin a Universityplan to build your financial net worth (the value of what you own, versus, what legacy of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune on Saturday, May 16 at 11:00 a.m. To be you owe) take a look in the mirror, be honest with yourself, what are you truly held at St. Paul AME Church, 6910 New Kings Rd. "Mary Jane McLeod doing to better your life as well as others? Are you apart of the American prob- Bethune was one of the great educators in United States history. There will also lem or are you apart of the solution. Get-up spirit, it's time to move. We are our be a "Candle Lighting Ceremony" for other prominent North Florida Wildcats own worst enemy, we are the main reason why slavery, hate, crime, poverty and and their family members who have passed. Contact Loretta Coppock at 751- disrespect continue to run ramped within our race. 7300, Channel Jones at 504-0973, Jimmie Harper at 765-0861 for more infor- Robert Henderson Jr., Certified Financial Planner mation. Author of The New Underground Railroad < =www.newundergroundrailroad.com I~UYI _- ---- ---------- ---- I ---- r~-4llllllilllC-~~-4wr--a~g~-~~ MAY 16, 2009 THE STAR nAir- D R k~l , j May 16, 2009 - < Your Weekly HOROSCOPE May 11,2009 May 17, 2009 B . ssSHH! From Actual Police Reports Did You Hear About?... ARIES March 21st thru April 19th You're ready to take action and say what's on your mind (or in your heart) bn Monday and Tuesday, but someone else involved may need time, explanations or miscellaneous patience. A solo endeavor's a fine idea now. You're even more goal-oriented from Wednesday until sometime Friday. But do your current ambitions line up with your val- ues? And are you being attentive to your karma along the way? When the weekend comes, you might just find a beautiful new balance. Somebody else has an amazing per- spective to share that will inform your own. t TAURUS April 20th thru May 20th The minute you make a bold statement or big move on Monday or Tuesday, you might have second thoughts. Consider -- and reconsider -- your alternatives now, and you might even come up with some- thing different and better. Taking action's much more favored from Wednesday until sometime Friday, and your ideals come into play, too. With your heart firmly in the right place, there's little you can't do. This weekend, something or someone unusual is on the scene. How will you react?. It's not a black-and-white type of thing. Give it time to evolve -- this could get interesting. GEMINI lMay 21st thru June 21st The ins and outs of a relationship (at work? family? a romantic liaison?) are fascinating as the week gets going. Want to make it more functional? Look from their angle, and resist issuing instructions. From Wednesday until sometime Friday, though, more practical matters demand attention. Develop a better understanding and make a solid plan. Your energy's dynamic this weekend, and the pos- sibilities for change are endless -- and elec- tric. Changing your mind can be the smartest thing you can do (and luckily you're good at it!). CANCER June 22nd thru July 22nd Your challenge this week: Getting the good stuff going and keeping the energy flowing. Your natural instinct to be all-attentive to others and give until it hurts needs conscious balancing early in the week. Make it a one- for-them, one-for-you kind of proposition. Around Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, postponing something isn't the best idea. Just do it! And when the weekend comes, do something to bust out of a rut -- preferably something that engages both your romantic heart and your amazing intellect. Hint: This may be a spur-of-the-moment thing. LEO July 23rd thru Aug 22nd Are you ready for something or someone totally different? The same old stuff goes out the window early in the week, probably with you giving it a shove. Your energy's dynam- ic and change is in the air, especially in romance. Then, from Wednesday until some- time Friday, a slow and steady approach is in order, with self-awareness coupled with extra sensitivity to those around you. You can accomplish a ton now. Interpersonal stuff can blossom this weekend if you can put your pride aside. Be humble, be frank and move forward on your life and love path. VIRGO Aug 23rd thru Sept 22nd Life looks full of obligations of various sorts early in the week, but you can minimize ten- sion and maximize satisfaction as you get things done. Be proactive about de-stressing and keeping a humane schedule. Both work and romantic matters are favored from Wednesday through Friday, and the way to make the most progress is to have fun with it all. What you create now can be beautiful indeed. Your perfectionist streak is a mile wide this weekend, but don't be too harsh, whether on yourself or someone else. Practice is important for the old learning curve. U I LIBRA Sept 23rd thru Oct 22nd Making progress with ongoing stuff -- per- sonal, work or other -- is a snap early in the week. Use your spare time to explore more abstract ideas and bigger visions for the future. Around Wednesday or Thursday, though, you might find yourself stuck on something or someone from the past. Take off any rose-colored glasses, or find a way to process and lIt go of darker feelings. When the weekend comes, you'll want to be ready to receive the gifts that the present brings. Feel your interconnection with others and the world. It's a beautiful thing! I SCORPIO rI Oct 23rd thru Nov 21st The key this week: Pace yourself! Early on, around Monday and Tuesday, you might be plunging ahead when you should be testing the waters instead. Hint: If something (or someone) seems incredibly great, check out the credibility. Your timing and your instincts are right on from -Wednesday through most of Friday, so much so that there's little you can't accomplish. Your peo- ple skills are great now, too -- use them. This weekend, don't get stuck. An idea can always use a little evolution and a plan can always use a little change. Stay in gear rather than spinning your wheels-. SAGITTARIUS I Nov 22nd thru Dec 21st I U At work or play, your performance is much admired as the week gets under way. And for good reason: Your self-confidence makes whatever you do a success, or at least a suc- cessful experiment. Around Wednesday or Thursday, you might be fixated on a thing rather than the people or ideas around you. It's odd. Why are you so captivated (if not obsessed)? Figure it out, because when the weekend comes, you'll want to be wide open to the whole spectrum of life around you. Excellent energy's all yours now. Use it or lose it! Dec 22nd thru Jan 19th If possibilities seem to be diminishing early in the week, use that trademark persistence of yours. Try taking a longer-term view, rather than letting whatever's going on right now get under your skin. And if there's something you really want to achieve, just wait until Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Work recognition, romantic results and seri- ous progress on a project can all be yours. This weekend, you might see big potential, but if it's an unproven scheme, be leery. Risks aren't favored now. Go for what (or who). seems most stable and worthy of your trust. A' AQUARIUS -Ao i Jan 20th thru Feb 18th You're always amazing on your own, but you're especially excellent in a pair or as part of a group as the week gets going. Friends, coworkers or a partner of some kind have ways to help you both focus and expand on your ideas. Around Wednesday and Thursday, however, your world might feel like it's contracting. You don't like limits like this, but pushing them now isn't the best plan. Lay low, and expect the energy to change for the better sometime Friday, with 'change' being the operative word. All kinds of new possibilities await this weekend. PISCES Feb 19th thru March 20th Work or a certain relationship might be a pain early this week, but complaining won't get you far. Bring a new idea or a proposed change of plan to the table, and make it a pos- itive one. Around Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, you might just get hooked up with help from some unexpected places. Everything's interconnected, and your aware- ness of this means you'll see what others are missing. This weekend, the world of dreams is close by. Enjoy it and the creativity it brings, but don't lose track of reality, or'even your keys! THEFT SUSPECTS STILL NOT CAUGHT Officer responded to 4800 Atlantic Blvd in reference to an armed rob- bery that just occurred. Upon arrival, Officer met with the victim. He stated that he had just parked his vehicle and was walking to his apartment He stated that sus- pects were walking south from the front of the complex toward him. Suspect #2 ran up from behind and past him. Suspect #1 then came up from behind, put a handgun to his neck and told him to hand over his wallet Suspect #2 then came back, pulled out a handgun and pointed it at him. Suspect #1 then went through his pockets and took out his wallet.. Both suspects then fled south on foot toward the rear of the complex. Suspect #1 was described as a black male in his 20's, black ball cap, black T-shirt, short twists in his hair and armed with a small hand- gun. Suspect #2 was described as a black male in his 20's, black T- shirt, short twists in his hair and armed with a big semi-auto hand- gun. The victim stated that he has seen the suspects around the complex before and thinks they live there, but does not know what apartment. A search of the area did not reveal any possible suspects. I r i ! I I I i - ANOTHER ROBBER FLEES FROM THE SCENE Police Officer was dispatched to Sunset Dr. in reference to a resi- dential burglary. Upon arrival, Officer met with victim 1, who advised that his home was burglarized twice in one day. The first incident occurred between 1000 and 1200. Victim 1 stated he left his house at 1000, and his son, was inside the residence. Victim 1 stated he arrived back at his house around noon and found his rear door to the home had been pried open. There were several observ- able pry marks on the door, where it appeared to have been pried away from the door frame with a pry bar. He stated he asked his son about the door being pried open and the son informed him that he heard the door open, but stated he thought it was Victim 1 returning home. (Victim 1 surmised that his son was within view of the burglar [as the rear door of the home opens into an enclosed carport, then there are sliding glass doors that allow a clear view of the living room), which was the reason nothing was taken.) I Ir I -1 1. TOR'S NO TE: Sl" c c it" j[A4,IflI.,vtspects a re deemed innocent it idessproven Wt i1t), in a Coll) -t oflaw. Tile f "s Oj Sheriff .MF7rc7TM.MnrZr7r=ter of'public record. The Star seeks to edit- atc M-7MMMM4 in the hope ofteeping our community st(ft,. --- ~ in '' i 4 a. .- .- - .. during that Incident. He stated he did not call the police when he ini- Victim 1 stated nothing was taken during that Incident. He stated he did not call the police when he ini- tially discovered the burglary because he had to get back to school. Victim 1 staled; he left, and went back to school and his son left the residence. Victim 1 stated Victim 2 (his son) secured the rear door with -a plywood brace from the inside, making it impossible to pry Open. Victim 1 reported sometime between 1230 and 1753, the sus- pect returned and pried the car- riage-style garage door open. Officer observed pry marks on the right door and the top locking pin was broken out of the frame. Victim 1 reported during this incident, the suspect entered the enclosed car- port, broke a lock on his tool box, entered a closet, and went into the main portion of the home (via the sliding glass door which was not locked, because the garage door and the rear door were believed to be secure). Once inside the house, the suspect ransacked the resi- dence. Police observed the kitchen cabinet doors standing open and the items inside the drawers of the master bedroom had. been dumped out onto the floor. Additionally, the items in the drawers of the second Victim's room were dumped out onto the floor. The only items taken were his gold dress watch and an X-Box. Victim 1 stated he talked with sever- al of his neighbors, who resided at Sunset Dr.. One advised him that she saw a small white car "screech- ing away" from the area between 1200 and 1700. Officer attempted to speak with the neighbor, howev- er, her son advised me that she was not home. Victim 2 was not available for an interview, as he was in class. Victim 1 stated he had no way of contact- ing him at the time of this report. Officer conducted a neighborhood canvass with negative results. An ET was requested to process the scene. Patrol efforts are sus- pended due to a lack of suspect information. .. I I II -- ILII~"-C~;' '-To oLr t t 0 Vbia(BssW" PAGE B-3 THE STAR Alf_ 14 IM > I - . .. . L4I .i - - - - - - i i-K : j ji 1 csp - PAGEI R- TH STRMY1,20 SPORTS By Mike Bonts, Sports Editor, photos by Laurence Greene, Photographer for The Florida Star. PONTE VEDRA, FL --Tiger Woods' eighth-place finish was his best outing at THE PLAYERS since he won in 2001. "Just a long, frustrating day," said Woods. "I thought I was doing a pretty good job of getting it around." Henrik Stenson fired a six-under 66 to become the first Swedish player to win THE PLAYERS Championship. Stenson finished at 12-under 276 and won by four strokes over Ian Poulter at the Stadium Course at the TPC at Sawgrass. "It was a nice day's work," said Stenson, "I played well all week and managed my game really well and myself more . than anything. Obviously, it pays off." Woods now has four top-10 finishes at the tournament "." (T10-1999, 2-2000, 1-2001, 8-2009.) Woods has not missed a cut in 12 attempts at THE PLAYERS, with Sunday's eighth-place finish snapping a string of six consecutive appearances at the tournament without a top-10 finish (dating back to his win in 2001). The six consecutive events without notching a top-10 finish represents Woods' longest streak at any single event in his career. He vowed to work on problems with his swing dur- ing this week's tournament. "I just kept hitting those spinners up to the right," said Woods. "It was frustrating. If I aimed it down the right side, I would still spin it off to the right. And if I aimed it down the left side, I would still spin it off to the right." Sunday represented the 22nd time Woods has entered the final round five shots off the lead. In those events, he came back to win twice (2000 AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro- Am, 2009 Arnold Palmer Invitational). Woods is now eight of 21 (38 percent) when entering the final round 2nd or T2...He is now eight of 19 (42 percent) when entering the final round 2nd or T2 and playing in the final group... Highest score when in the final group and not leading (77 at 1998 Bay Hill Invitational).. .Highest score when in the final group and leading (73 at 2008 U.S. Open). Woods has posted 18 of 20 rounds at par or better in 2009, with his only over-par efforts coming Sunday with a 1- over 73 and during the third round at the Arnold Palmer Invitational (71). THE PLAYERS Stat Leaders for the Week: Driving Distance Bubba Watson 308.5 yards; Driving Accuracy Jeff Klauk 45 of 56 (80.36 %); Greens in Regulation Paul Casey, Brian Davis 52 of 72 (72.2 %); Putts per Round Luke Donald 25.75 per round THE PLAYERS Final Results: 276 Henrik Stenson (Sweden) 68-69-73-66 Jag 280 Ian Poulter (GB) 67-68-75-70 281 John Mallinger (US) 66-71-74-70, Kevin Na (US) 71-66-74-70 282 Ben Crane (US) 65-73-72-72, Brian Davis (GB) 71-69-71-71, Jim Furyk (US) 68-74-71-69; 283 Tiger Woods (US) 71-69-70-73; 284 -Aaron Baddeley By (Australia) 71-71-76-66, Alex Cejka (Germany) 66-67-72-79, Tim Clark (S Africa) 72-69-74-69, Vijay Singh (Fiji) 71-72-74-67, David Toms (US) 67-70-77-70. ing Dixie Blues Improve To 3-0 With Win In-Home Opener by Jose Alonso. Special to The Florida Star (Florida Star Photos b, Nanc5 Beecheri _ The Jackson\ ille Dixie Blues, a profes- .' sional \\omen's football team pla ing in the - Women's Football Alliance, opened their home season \\with a big victoryy Sarurda ' night at Bolles. -. - The Dixie Blues defeated the Memphis Belles 34-20. Jackson\ille led 27-0 at the A 1_'- .. --i half. The win improved the team's j record to 3-0 for the season. Rarely does a sport combine the ele- inents of integrity, success, and e\cite- ,mLent into one single organization. The Dixie Blues however, have done just " that. The Dixie Blues are entering their 7th year as part of the Womens Football -t Alliance (WFA). With National Championships in 2003 and 200 and are top contenders for another National Championship. Sages, professions and backgrounds. They receive no pay for their efforts on the field ;_ t -... and earn their living outside of football in areas such as law enforcement, education S0 j and health care. As starting quarterback Brantley Mack S explains, "We simply play for the love of the S game". Mack is joined in the backfield with A R talented tailback Kim Brown (Rocky) and speedy wide receiver Ley Ishkay, a boxer in her spare time. They are coached by Donnie Braddock and employ a good mix of play action pass with a strong rushing offense. The Jacksonville Dixie Blues play all home games at Bolles High School. They rely on ticket sales and sponsorships to fund their program and they participate in camps such as the Police Athletic League, Girls Inc., and the Gate River Run. They also take part in many local speaking engagements. This year, the team will pair up with the Donna Foundation and all proceeds from the season opener (Pink Game) will be presented to the Foundation to aid breast cancer survivors. A National Championship is a goal set each year by the Jacksonville. This year is no different. However, they play at even higher standards. Players strive to serve as role models with exalted principles of perseverance, discipline and opportunity. Home games are played at The Bolles School at 7 p.m. Bolles is located at 7400 San Jose Blvd. Next home game will be played on Satiurday, June 6 against the Emerald Coast Barracudas. Sund all th atter othe chas Also chas again Chai even Seat from Tam Miai and get grou sing] allow the s Bud their 1 K.. AR Ilk ~ rI de4 guars Notebook +, -- Tne Jacksonvuie Jaguars unveuea metr new urn- forms in a special event at,Jacksonville Municipal Stadium. (Photo courtesy Dan Van Slyke/Jacksonville Jaguars) 1'. _. -: ' like Bonts, Sports Editor, Florida Star photos by Nancy Beecher Jaguars' fans are invited to purchase 2009 tickets and try out their new seats dur- the Jaguars Select-A-Seat sales event at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium this day, May 17, 2009, from 1 4 p.m. Fans will get the chance to "test drive" every available seat as the Jaguars make he remaining 2009 ticket inventory available to the public. In an effort to make hiding a Jaguars home game an option for every fan, the Jaguars are also making r ticket options available at this event. This will be the first opportunity to pur- e the "Half-Pack" (half-season) ahead of the full public on-sale date of May 18. o, for those fans looking to attend individual home games, the opportunity to pur- e group tickets by buying 10 or more seats will also be made available. Season ticket prices start at $390 for all 10 home games, and include match-ups nst the Indianapolis, Colts, Miami Dolphins, Tennessee Titans and NFC mpion Arizona Cardinals. Season tickets can be purchased in full during the it, or fans can take advantage of the five-month payment option. The Jaguars will also re-introduce the.Half-Pack ticket package at the Select-A- event. There are two Half-Packs available; each is made up of five home games I the 2009 schedule. The "Teal-Pack" includes games against Indianapolis, pa, Arizona, St. Louis and Buffalo. The "Black-Pack" includes games against mi, Washington, Tennessee, Kansas City, and Houston. Half-Packs start at $200 can be purchased in two monthly installments. Fans looking to purchase 10 or more seats to any of the Jaguars home games will an early opportunity to pick up the best individual game seats. By purchasing .p tickets, fans can attend the games of their choice, without having to wait for le game tickets to go on sale later this summer. Group tickets start at $40, which vs fans to save $10 per ticket, compared to the $50 cost of a single game ticket. Parking is available for this Sunday's event in Lots C and D, and fans should enter stadium through Gate 4. Jaguars Ticketing Representatives will be on hand in the Zone during the event to help fans locate the best seats available and purchase ' tickets for the 2009 season. For more information, visit www.jaguars.com or call (904) 633-2000 (option 2). WIDATS OTEOO I - MAY16, 2009 PAGE B-d THE STAR TAHj S-J -- .A PREP RAF Honorees Being Recognized By The David H. Dwight, Sr. Memorial Committee A\ Pictureed above are Mrs. Minnie Smith and Mr. Ozzie Hicks, two of the honorees being recognized by the David H. Dwight, Sr. Memorial Committee for scouting this year. The third honoree is Mr. Herman Floyd, not shown. These three are recog- nized for their outstanding service with the Boy Scouts in the Baden Powell District. The David H. Dwight Sr. Memorial Committee for Scouting has selected the three honorees for 2009. These outstanding scouters/community lead- ers are Minnie Smith, Ozzie Hicks and Herman Floyd, not shown. Mrs. Minnie Smith has served thirty-four years with the Suwannee River Council in Tallahassee, Florida and the North Florida Council in Jacksonville. She reorganized Troop 141 and helped start Pack 141 at Woodlawn Presbyterian Church. A recipient of the 2009 Silver Beaver Award, she also received the District Award from the North Florida Council. She was Camp Director for the Baden Powell Day Camps and assisted in many other District activities. Mrs. Smith is also the proud parent of two Eagle Scouts. Mr. Ozzie Hicks has volunteered many hours of his time since 1986 as Scout Master through the chartered organization of Zion Hope Baptist Church's Troop 174. Now he assists with Scouts at the church whenever he is needed. He successfully mentored three scouts so that they achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He has received many awards for his years of service from his community and church. Mr. Herman Floyd has been an active member of Boy Scouts of America as a youth and adult. He has worked with Pack and Troop 175 for over nine years. He served as Assistant District Commissioner for the Baden Powell District assisting with several District events including Cub Scout Olympics, District Boy Scout Camporees and Cub Scout Camporees. He chaired and co-chaired the Kite Derby 2001-2005. Mr. Floyd is currently the combined Baden Powell and Nassau County District Commissioner. He has been recognized many times for his distinguished service to his church, community and the Scout Program. WHO: The Early Le Community I WHAT: The Early Le Library will e gram at varic Saturday, Ju WHERE: Edward H. White High School Jean Ribault High School Mandarin High School Kirby Smith Middle School Regency Square Library WHY: earning Coalition of Duval County, Duval County Public Schools Education and the Jacksonville Public Library warningg Coalition of Duval in partnership with the Jacksonville Public nhroll children for the Summer Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) pro- ous high schools in May and at the Regency Square Library on ne 6. 1700 Old Middleburg Rd Jacksonville, FL 32210 (904) 693-7620 3701 Winton Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32208 (904) 924-3092 4831 Greenland Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32258 (904) 260-3911 2034 Hubbard St Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 630-6600 9900 Regency Square Blvd. Jacksonille, FL 32225 (904) 726-5142 WHEN: May 12 (5:30 p.m. -7:30p.m.) May 19 (5:30 p.m. 7:30p.m.) May 26 (5:30 p.m. 7:30p.m.) June 2 (5:30 p.m. -7:30p.m.) June 6 (11 a.m. 2 p.m.) The Early Learning Coalition of Duval will be registering children for the Summer Voluntary Pre- Kindergarten (VPK) program as part of our ongoing effort to reach out to parents of pre-school age children in the Duval County community. For Summer VPK, children must have been born between Sept. 2, 2003 and Sept. 1, 2004, NOT have attended during the school year program and be residents of the state of Florida to be eligible. VPK allows children from families of. any income level to receive 540 high-quality instructional hours to prepare them for kinder- garten. Parents choose where they wish to have their children attend the program from various locations around Duval County. Families must bring the following documentation: For proof of age: Birth Certificate Utility bill, Blue shot record (signed by doctor) Insurance Policy, Passport, or Military ID Pay stub- For proof of residency: Driver's License, Homeowners Lease Agreement or THE ADDRESS MUST MATCH APPLICATION. To learn more about Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten or the Early Learning Coalition of Duval call (904) 208-2044 or visit www.elcofduval.org DCHD sponsors Teen Tobacco EXTRAVAGANZA to help empower youth The Duval County Health Department is sponsoring a Teen Tobacco EXTRAVAGANZA on May 16 at the studios of WJCT, 100 Festival Park Avenue, from 10 am -3 pm. The purpose of the extravaganza is to empower, engage and enlighten local teens on the negative effects of tobacco use and promotion. "We want teens to be empowered to make educated decisions regarding their health," said Shalawa Triggs, DCHD Tobacco Prevention Program Director. "This event will expose some of the myths centered around tobacco that teens encounter through manipulation and mar- keting." The Extravaganza is a free event catered to Duval County youth ages 11-17. Youth will gain a foundation for empowerment, enhance their leadership'skills, develop effective time man- agement skills, and think outside the box to create and implement advocacy ideas. Youth will be engaged by guest speakers, experience networking and enjoy "surprise" entertain- ment. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For more information or to RSVP, call the DCHD Tobacco Prevention Program at (904) 253-1600. Contact: Charles Griggs 904-253-1004 DAfP D C ELC of Duval To Enroll 4-Year-Olds for FREE Summer Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) at Jacksonville High Schools and the Regency Square Library Branch I ----- -------~---- -- ----- --- ---- -- --- -- --- ----- THE STAR MAY 16, 2009 PAGE" -U PREP RAF Opportunities leading to future success? el-. By: Quintrel Ray As we know recession is at hand making things seem so much tougher liv- ing in today's economy. Jobs are lost, while others are currently seeking work, attending school or maybe just can't decide on the next step in life. On Friday May 1st, Managing Director for Federal Affairs, Fred Humphries, spoke on C -Span concerning his rank at Federal Affairs. Humphries was promoted to the top lobby slot, replacing Jack Krumholtz who launched Microsoft's Federal Government Affairs activities in Washington in March 1995, building and running the lobby slot from the ground up by himself. Humphries spoke on the new program 'Dream Sparks' developed in hands on training using developer and designer tools in Engineering. "This is a great opportunity...so in a lot of things it's exposure!", explained Humphries. "We're investing in universities exposing students to the future in technology, in which you'd need the fluency of technology in the future." Through the year of 2016 the occupation of engineering is project- ed to grow 38% generating about 324,000 jobs becoming one of the fastest and largest increases of any occupation, and as a min- imum the starting pay of $50,000 yearly salary. Humphries was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania but raised in Nashville, Tennessee has been affiliated with D.C. for numerous years, working as senior advisor for Rep. Dick Gephardt from the year of 1992 until the year 2000, then leading the state government affairs team until taking a step higher into the lobby slot. Students interested i.n this new program can simply go to Microsoft.com to find out more information. Children First Florida a Non-Profit organization Who:Children First Florida (Step Up for students) When:May 20, 2009 Where:Webb Wesconett Library, 6887 103rd St. Why: A meeting to help parents that are looking for options to meet their children's educational needs. Parents will learn about public school choices and private school scholarships and new Parents will receive help with any question regarding the 09-10 school application. For more information contact: Stephanie Hall 904-247-6033 Ext:1001 Todd Harris Keeping it Real at Ribault High Mrs. Flanders, Media Specialist and Todd Harris (Picture to the left) Mayor Peyton visited Ribault Itigh school.recently and was happy to know that Todd appreciated his comments. Mayor John Peyton and Roslyn "Auntie Roz" Burrough (Picture to the right) People often ask me \bhy I love being a Ribault Trojan. Ribault High School is a school I have attended for four years so it hurts to see my school being taken through the mud by the media and the community. I can't tell you that what you have seen on the news was fabricated but I can tell you that what you saw on the news is not the real Ribault. To me Ribault is a truer depiction of the real world than other top high schools in the area. There are smart students, lazy students, students who don't care and some students you should avoid. It's not like Stanton or Paxon that is full .of only students who want to be there and it's not like a private school where every student dresses the same. It's a public school so it gets neighborhood students. Most of the upper classmen like Ribault High School Malik Jackson, a junior, and a member of the I.B. program when asked, if he would leave the school if he could said, "No!" He knew Ribault was viewed in a negative light but it's a tight knit school with out- standing teachers. Most students like me will agree that the school is unfairly treated. When the school is doing something positive it is not shown but when something negative happens it is all over the news. Brandon Stephens. a senior, said that Ribault is more than what most people think it is. Being that Ribault is a public school there are a lot of students who are there from the neighborhood. Not saying that all the neighborhood kids are bad but some of them don't care about school and are only there because their parents are'making them go, So they go and sit and disrupt class and gamble and fight because they don't care if they get kicked out because that's what they want. But this is only ten percent of the students which is probably the same in ever public school. While I was doing this article I kept thinking why I.defend this school-when not many else i ill. I started thinking w\hy I love this school. Is it because of the students and the teachers? Or is it the football and basketball teams? Is. it the choir that recently went to Carnegie Hall or the Great Decisions team that I'm a part of that was recently written about mn the Times Union? Is it the lunch lady that know s I always ask for mustard when I buy a chicken sandwich, or the security guard Mr. Wilcox who all the kids call "Boosie" after the rapper because of his hair cut and high voice? All these things are the reasons that I love Ribault High School. I got depressed because no one was seeing my school like my peers and me. I thought that if we don't get an A on the FCAT they would shut down the school. Then a couple of weeks ago Mayor Peyton came to talk to the school for "Ribault Reads" without armed escorts. While giving his speech he said that the school was on the upswing and it made me believe that he was not going to give up on us. If the mayor isn't giving up then I don't think the conunurut should either. Todd is a member of The Auntie Roz Hip Hop Shop. Other members are Evin Bell, Courtnee Carter, Janul Lo\en Harvey, Daniel Stallings. Nalka Jefferson, Aundreya Goodman, Jordan Mitchell, Ashlee Cooper and Brodrick Watkins. Roslyn Burrough. Founder/Artistic Director www.auntieroz.com SI ....... .... ..... ..... 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