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Leading in Diversity Empowering Communities and Changing Lives

Pastor Broaddus and wife p. 3

Dr. Henry Gates p. 3

Congressman Hansen Clarke p. 4

Community Rebuilders p. 6

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Saginaw NaacpHeroesannounedThe Saginaw County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) will

hold its 41st Annual Freedom Fund Banquet on Sunday, September 25, 2011, 6:00 pm at the Horizons Conference

Center, 6200 State Street in Saginaw. The theme this year is NAACP: Affirming Americas Promise.

The speaker for the banquet will be Kim M. Keenan, Esquire, General Counsel of the National Association forthe Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Kim M. Keenan is a native of Buffalo, New York. She is a graduate

of Georgetown Universitys

School of Foreign Service and

the University of the Virginia

School of Law. Ms. Keenan

served as the sixty-second

President of the National Bar

Association (NBA), the oldest

and largest bar association of

lawyers of color in the worldwith a network of more than

50,000 lawyers, judges, and

law students. She is the first

woman from the District of

Columbia to be elected to this

position and only the eighth

woman in the organizations

eighty-six year history to serve

in the NBAs highest electedoffice.

Two individuals and one

business will share in the

honors during the 41st Annual

Freedom Fund Banquet; they

are Frances Carter, retired

educator; Dale Kildee, U.S.

Congressman; and the law

firm of Davidson, Breen &

Doud, P.C.The 5:00 pm opening

business reception will honor

the late Harry McBride,

Banking Executive, minority

business activist, and long time

Saginaw NAACP member.

Harry McBride passed away

suddenly in October 2010.

SAW COUNTY BRANCH

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE

41st ANNUAL

FREEDOM FUND BANQUETOdail Thorns, Jr. Banquet ChairLeola Wilson, Branch President

NAACP: AFFIRMING AMERICAS PROMISE

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Horizons Conference Center For Tickets Call 989.752-06145:00 p.m. Reception Adults$60.006:00 p.m.Dinner & Program Children13 and under $30.00

Keynote Speaker Special tribute to the memory ofAttorney Kim M. Keenan Harry McBride

General Counsel Banking Executive

NAACP Saginaw NAACP Board MemberBaltimore, Maryland Minority Business Activist

Along with Tribute Heros:Individuals and business members of the Saginaw community who have made

outstanding contributions in the fieldsof

Education, Law and Civic Service, and Political Leadership

REMEMBER.MEMBERSHIP IS POWER!

The NAACP, founded in New York in 1909 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland is a 501(c) 3 entity

comprised of seven regions representing 49 states, five countries and the District of Columbia.The NAACP ensures the political, educational, social and economic equality of minority group citizens through democratic processes.

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In This IssueOpinion & Commentary .............................................................................Page 7

Teen Refresh..............................................................................................Page 10

Business Directory .................................................................................... Page 15

Faith Based Directory ................................................................................ Page 16

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Truevine Missionary Baptist Church

celebrtes21stpstorlanniversryThe members of Truevine Missionary Baptist

Church, located at 2930 Janes Street, Saginaw, will

celebrate the 21st Anniversary of Pastor and Mrs. Paul

E. Broaddus. The celebration will commence with

the 10:45 A.M. morning worship service on Sunday,

September 11, 2011. The anniversary celebration will

continue with a 4:00 P.M. program where Pastor and

First Lady Gloria D. Broaddus will be honored.

The guest speaker for the morning worship service

will be Pastor Cullen Hill of Greater Concord BaptistChurch in Detroit, MI. The afternoon guests will be

Pastor Alfonzo Abner and the Gethsemane Baptist

Church of Bay City, MI.

Thursdy,Setember22,2011

7:00pMMlolmFieldperformingartscenter

SVSU Curtiss HallBook Signing following the keynote address

ADMISSION IS FREE

But you must obtain a ticket to enter.

Tickets available at the SVSU Box Office,

(989) 964-4261.

For more information, Contact the Office of Diversity Programs (989) 964-4068


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Whohsntreeivedbiloutthesedys?By Hansen Clarke

As the big banks,

the multinational

corporations and the

wealthiest Americans

all reap the rewards ofmassive government

rescue funding and

tremendous tax

giveaways, it seems

that only one group in the country has been

left out in the cold: everyday people in

communities.

Where is the rescue for the American

autoworker whose job was shipped overseas?

Where is the bailout for the owner of the

corner store struggling with less and less

business? Where is the assistance for the

family struggling to keep their home amidst

the highest levels of unemployment in recent

memory?

Something has got to give.

I believe that the best way to revive our

economy is to assist hardworking people in

communities. Right now, we can do that bycutting personal debt and stopping the terrible

spread of foreclosures.

My plan is simple: Give struggling

homeowners the right to delay foreclosure for

up to two years so they can have time to work

out better arrangements with their mortgage

lenders. During this time, homeowners would

have to pay a fair market rent, which would

take into consideration factors including the

balance remaining on the mortgage and localhousing market conditions. In most cases, this

rent payment would be considerably lower than

payments set a few years ago in the heyday of

high home prices.

The proposal is not a free pass for folks who

behaved irresponsibly, taking out mortgages for

vacation homes or seeking to avoid payment

altogether. It requires that homeowners

eventually pay the amount owed under the

original mortgage terms if no alternative

agreement is reached. Yet I believe the

proposal provides our communitys struggling

homeowners exactly what they need: additional

time. This is our most powerful tool for

stopping evictions. Its likewise a powerful tool

in the fight against neighborhood blight. Banks

kicking people out of their homes has awful

consequences not only for families but also for

their neighbors, our schools and our regionseconomy. This is why Ive been fighting for

homeowners since my time in the Michigan

Legislature.

Now, I know that mortgages are not the only

form of debt thats crushing our communities.

And I understand that much of this debt

results from job losses and an economic

downturn that was beyond our communitys

control, and that is why Im working hard to

make sure that Congress takes further actionto help reduce several kinds of personal debt.

Im demanding that politicians in Washington

take some steps as quickly as possible, such

as:

Cutasmanyfederalstudentloansas

possible and cap interest rates and eliminate

penalties and fees on additional government-

issued student loans.

Makeprivatestudentloans-especially

those written under unfair terms-eligible to bedropped in bankruptcy court.

Empowerthenewconsumerwatchdog

group in Washington (known as the Consumer

Financial Protection Bureau) to get to work

restricting bans from using unfair practices to

take advantage of low-income borrowers.

Congress has sold the farm to pay for

endless wars, tax giveaways for the super

wealthy and bailouts for the banks. But, incontrast, we can take these steps to reduce

consumer debt at very little cost. Its time to

take a stand for people struggling to make it

in America.

The Michigan Chronicle

On behalf of Delta College, please accept my

warmest congratulations as The Michigan Banner

Newspaper celebrates its eighth anniversary. This

year, Delta College also marks a crucial anniversary

celebrating five decades since its founding in

1961. Embracing a student-centered philosophy

that focuses our efforts on helping students become

the best that they can be, we at Delta College share

your enthusiasm for empowering and changing

lives. I salute and applaud your publication and

everyone who has made this special anniversary

possible. Again, congratulations and thank you for

your enduring commitment. Best wishes for all

your future endeavors.

Dr. Jean Goodnow, PresidentDelta College

Congratulations to Mr. Jerome Buckley

and The Michigan Banner for eight years

of serving as a voice for the voiceless. The

African American Community needs an

advocate like The Michigan Banner who

understands what it feels and looks like,

not just from the top down, but from the

bottom up. I hope that you will continue

to answer the Peoples Cry For Justice, by

asking the tough questions, providing critical

information and analysis and direction. The

pen is still mightier than the sword.

Hon. M.T. Thompson, Jr.

Saginaw County District

Court Judge


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Dear Fellow Legislators,Pushing for feral swine legislation is like watching sausage being made - possibly with Pseudorabies.

In Michigan, there are wild game ranches that allow the hunting of feral swine for sport. The DNR intended to

prohibit the importing, owning and breeding of such pigs. In March of 2011, legislation was introduced to regulate

as opposed to prohibit these Eurasian boars, sporting pigs, feral pigs, etc,. These animals are dangerous, destructive,

disease-ridden and highly fertile. They are a menace to property and person alike - they are known to destroy crops and

to attack people.

As a member of the Agriculture Committee, I know why the issues surrounding the recent feral swine legislation are

very important, specifically to the agricultural community. Michigan agriculture contributes approximately $72 billion

annually to Michigans economy, making it our second largest industry after manufacturing. Michigan exports about

one-third of its agricultural commodities each year and ranks 5th and 8th respectively for national exports of fruits and vegetables. Now, thatis a Pure Michigan that everyone can taste and benefit from.

For three months I listened to testimony from farmers, leaders, and experts in the industry including but not limited to: Greenstone Farm

Credit Services, Michigan Agri-Business Association, Michigan Allied Poultry Industries, Michigan Audubon, Michigan Corn Growers

Association, Michigan Milk Producers, Michigan Nature Association, Michigan Pork Producers, Michigan Soybean Association, Michigan

United Conservation Club, Michigan Wildlife Conservancy , Michigan Trout Unlimited, Potato Growers of Michigan, Michigan Forest

Association, and Saginaw Valley Field & Stream. All of these respected organizations vehemently opposed the proposed regulations and

sought to keep the DNR ban in place and proceed with eradication methods

On at least one occasion, a feral swine rancher offered testimony in support of regulation and advocated the removal of the ban so he

could continue having his sporting swine ranch. The rancher and the majority Republican committee could not get enough support to vote

the bills out of committee, so imagine my disbelief when the bills were discharged out of committee without regard for public safety or the

opposition or the agriculture community.

It truly was like watching sausage being made as Democratic members were sought out to support the bills so that Republicans in farm

communities could be left to oppose the bills. I explained that contrary to popular opinion the district I represent consists of more than just the

City of Saginaw. It also includes several rural, agricultural communities but even if the 95th district were wholly urban, I could not support

these bills. Adding insult to injury, the bills were discharged and voted out of the House chamber within days of a Saginaw County Sherriff

Deputy having to put two shot gun blast in a 300 pound feral pig. This was in a residential community and the pig was believed to have

escaped from a sporting ranch. In addition, the recent discovery of a feral pig infected with Pseudorabies in Midland County could prove

disastrous for hog farmers in the state.

I have been warned that my decision to confront this issue publically may affect me adversely politically. However, silence is not anoption and I would rather speak out than have any portion of the 95th District lose faith in their representation in Lansing. Therefore, I will

continue to ensure that I fulfill my obligations to the constituents by engaging them and making them aware of the hogwash legislation being

pursued in the interest of a tiny industry at the peril of an established, vibrant one.

The overwhelming majority of the agriculture community opposes the regulation of feral/sporting swine and would instead favor ridding

the State of Michigan of them through eradication. Feral swine need to be eliminated from our state and as the posters from the DNR indicate

they are Wanted Dead. The hunting of these animals should NOT be viewed as a harmless recreational sport when they put at risk a thriving

$72 billion dollar industry.

Respectfully Submitted,

Stacy Erwin OakesState Representative

District 95

cc: Governor Rick Snyder and Senators of the State of Michigan


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Rebuilding The CommunityCommunity Rebuilders recently held an

Empowerment Conference, on August

18 through August 20, featuring threeformer Saginaw residents who shared their

success stories and instruction on how to

make Saginaw a better place. Rebuilding

the community is a feat Saginaw natives

continue to ponder, and this is especially true

for the upcoming organization, Community

Rebuilders, who hope to mobilize African-

American men to take control of their

destiny, as stated in their motto. This is quite

a task theyre taking on, said Vivian Scott,

wife of board member Pastor William Scott.They have to get other people to catch the

vision, she said. Were going to write a plan,

then give the community a chance to hold us

accountable for that plan, said Board member

Charles H. Coleman Sr., Pastor of New Faith

Temple who also suggested that a lack of

stepping up and problem projection contribute

to Saginaws current state.

Keynote speakers were: Dr. Lawrence

Crawford (Chief Executive Office DBM

Technologies), Michael A. Finney (Presidentand CEO Michigan Economic Development

Corporation, and Tobin J. Williams (Director-

Organizational Capability at General

Motors). The board of directors include:

Pastor Eddie Benson, Pastor William L.

Brown, Jerome Buckley, Pastor Charles

Coleman Sr., Dave Hall, Ken Hickman,

Christopher Hill, Pastor Assistant Pastor Rex

Jones, and, Pastor William Scott Jr.


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The dedication of the Martin Luther

King Jr. Memorial in Washington D.C. was

scheduled for Aug. 28 to mark the 48th

anniversary of what is known as his I have

a dream speech. Sometimes I wish this

instead would be called his promissorynote speech.

Please dont get me wrong. No person

with any conscience or heart could deny the

power of the dream, in which people of all

skin colors learn to get along and in which

white society finally puts a halt to oppressive

actions.

My preference for promissory note is

because political and social conservatives,

some speaking with heartfelt (if misguided)feelings but others cynical and selfish, have

wrongly seized upon elements of the dream

speech to justify their views. Their favorite

King quote is, I have a dream that my four

children will one day live in a nation where

they will not be judged by the color of their

skin, but by the content of their character.

This is their way to falsely argue that Dr.

King would have opposed affirmative action

and other modern-day social justice efforts

that started after he was slain.

Right-wingers conveniently overlook

the promissory note section of the same

famous speech, to whit: America has

defaulted on this promissory note (and) has

given the Negro people a bad check. They

whine to pollsters that nowadays reverse

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racism against whites is more prevalent than

bias against blacks. (Apparently they have not

checked the imbalance of prison sentences, or

various economic and employment statistics.)

They are the same people who call President

Obama a Communist, and worse, just as theirpredecessors labeled King as a Commie. Their

dream is to oust Obama from office next

year in favor of some biased wingnut like Rick

Perry or Michele Bachmann.

Those who claim that Kings dream

speech indicates he would have opposed

affirmative action (which calls for expanding

the hiring pool, not for hiring unqualified

people of color) should consider his words

from Where Do We Go From Here?, one ofhis books: A society that has done something

special against the Negro for hundreds of

years must now do something special for him,

to equip him to compete on a just and equal

basis.

In other words, its not enough for the white

majority to say, in so many words, I didnt

own slaves or lynch anybody or enforce a poll

tax. That was in the past, and so I had nothing

to do with it, and besides, today is a different

time. Consider that the late Bernice Barlow,

who was Saginaws NAACP branch president,

used to ask, How can you break my legs, then

say you are sorry, and then start the race and

say that everything is equal?

Furthermore, King spoke in favor of

reparations. He wrote: No amount of gold

could provide an adequate compensation for

the exploitation and humiliation of the Negro

in America down through the centuries. Yet

a price can be placed on unpaid wages. The

ancient common law has always provided a

remedy for the appropriation of the labor ofone human being by another. This law should

be made to apply for American Negroes.

A typical modern-day common law tort

case, combining unpaid slave labor with pain

and suffering, adjusted through the years for

inflation, would make the massive national

budget debt of $13 trillion pale in comparison.

However, King offered to give the nation a

financial break with a far less costly claim.

With remarkable diplomacy, he concluded:The payment should be in the form of a

massive program by the government of

special, compensatory measures which could

be regarded as a settlement in accordance

with the accepted practice of common law.

Well, President Johnson tried to start the

program during the 1960s, but it has hardly

been massive. Community action agencies

such as our CAC, along with other funding

sources, remain the first to be cut. Those

who profess to embrace Martin Luther

Kings dream speech should also keep

the promissory note in mind before they

continue to rail against funding for education,

jobs programs and other anti-poverty efforts.

Yes, if you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice. Say that I was a drum major for peace. I was a drum

major for righteousness. And all of the other shallow things will not matter. I wont have any money to leave behind. I wont have the fine and

luxurious things of life to leave behind. But I just want to leave a committed life behind. (Amen) And thats all I want to say.

Martin Luther King, Jr.


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StrttheShoolYerOffWithSmileEvery child wants

to look their best as

they head back to

school this fall. Parents

help by scheduling

haircuts and buying

new outfits, but most

overlook the simple

steps to helping their

child maintain one of

their most visible features their smile.

Studies show that one of the first thingspeople notice about someone is their smile

and that a good smile creates a positive self-

imagesomething all parents wish for their

children. Back-to-school time is the perfect

time to incorporate good oral health habits

into a childs daily routine. The sooner you

make them a priority, the sooner your child

will benefit.

Shedulebk-to-shooldentlvisit

Seeing a dentist twice a year during theschool-age years is vital because this is a

time of great change in the mouth, with

kids losing baby teeth and getting in their

permanent teeth. Tooth decay is still the most

common chronic childhood disease and, left

untreated, it can impair a childs ability to

eat, speak, sleep and learn. However, studies

show more than 60 percent of school-

age children do not see a dentist annually.

Simple preventive checkups twice a year can

head off childhood decay and help you and

your child learn how to protect their teeth

throughout the year.

Estblish dily brushing hbits with

your children

Children should brush at least twice

a day. To encourage children to brush after

every meal, let them pick out their own travel

toothbrush and toothpaste to take to school.

There are many child-friendly products that

help encourage younger children to brush.

Make sure your childs toothpaste contains

fluoride and the toothbrush is soft-bristled.

Make good nutrition a top priority

National studies

show that only one

in five school-age

children eat therecommended five

daily servings of

fruits and vegetables

greatly increasing

their risk of cavities.

In addition, only one

in five children meet

even the minimum

standards for calcium

consumption. Takecharge of your childs

health this school year

by packing healthy

lunches.

Remember after

school snacks can

help a child or cause

bad nutritional

choices. Many school

children go straight

to sporting practices

after school and turn

to sugary foods and

drinks from a vending

machine when they

dont have any other

option, which are disastrous to childrens

oral health. Bite-sized carrots, fruits, nuts

and bottled water are much better after-school snack options and give children the

fuel they need to excel in physical activity.

The sport drinks marketed for more energy

is filled with sugars so please read the labels.

Remember an ounce of prevention is

worth a pound of cure.

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expanding an established business in the City

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Teen Refresh

pRESIDENTObmvs.ObmBy Deshire S. LawsonThe Michigan Banner Media Intern

When you turn

on your television do

you usually end up

changing the channel

because you hear only

negative things about

the government andeconomy? Well, that is

how most people today feel, but for me one

of the most disrespectful things I hear on a

daily basis is how people speak concerning

President Obama.

When you hear people in the government

or in the news talk about President Obama,

are you hearing President Obama or just

Obama? This is how people in and outside

government are continuously not includingthe title of President, and are referring to

him as just another person in the street. As

you think of the other Presidents, such as,

President Bush and President Clinton, I

dont recall people calling them by their first

name, or not including the title of president

as they do President Obama. I wonder why?

Could it be because of his skin tone or culture

that people do not give him the respect that

he rightly deserves.

In recent cases some people in the

government have completely been disrespectful

when referring to him as tar baby. In a

Denver radio interview Rep. Lamborn said

even if some people say, well the Republicans

should have done this or they should have donethat, they will hold the president responsible,

Now I dont want to even have to be associated

with him. Its like touching a tar baby and you

get, you get it, you know you are stuck and

you are part of the problem now and you cant

get away. The tar baby comment is very

troublesome as it is also a racist word that

is used to talk about African Americans by

comparing the color of their skin to tar.

Now, even if we understood Rep. Lambornto mean he didnt want to be associated with

the president if he put America in a troubled

situation, and not an intended insult, he should

have chosen a different terminology. However,

I believe that he used those words in particular

to insult President Obama and this time the

media cannot be blamed for blowing a comment

out of proportion. This type of comment

further proves if we continue to accept people

calling our President just Obama instead of

President Obama, he will not receive the

respect that he should be given and he will

be further disrespected. I know some of you

are thinking why does it matter if we call him

Obama or President Obama? Well, if you are

not calling someone by their proper title, or

name, you are changing their identity.

As a child I was taught that it is

disrespectful to call someone out of their

name, or not properly calling someone

by their rightful title. For example, to not

call President Obama by his rightful title

is the same as a child calling their mother

by her first name, or a student calling their

teacher by their first name. This is thought

as disrespectful behavior because a title is asign of respect.

I am not trying to promote the President

or trying to influence people to like him, but

we should still give him the respect for an

office he worked so hard to achieve. After

all, isnt respect what adults are saying my

generation is lacking?

LibrryOffersWebinrsRegister for this two-hourGrant Seeking

BsisWebinr held on Tuesday, September

13, at 1 p.m. at the Hoyt Library, 505 Janes.

Gain an introduction to the world of foundation

fundraising. Are you a representative of a

non-profit organization? Are you new to

fundraising? Do you want to learn how the

funding research process works, and what

tools and resources are available? Learn how

to become a better grant seeker!

In this class we will cover: what you

need to have in place before you seek a grant;

the world of grant makers; the grant seeking

process; and available tools and resources.

Register for this free webinar by calling Brenda

at 989-755-0904 ext. 897.

At the prooslWritingBsisWebinr

learn the key components of a proposal to

a foundation. This webinar will be held on

Thursday, September 15, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

at the Hoyt Library, 505 Janes. For those new

to proposal writing, this class will cover: how

the proposal fits into the overall grant seeking

process; what to include in a standard proposal

to a foundation; tips for making each section

of your proposal stronger; what funders expect

to see in your proposal and attachment; tips for

communicating with funders during the grant

process; and additional resources on proposal

writing, including sample proposals. Register

for this free webinar by calling Brenda at 989-

755-0904 ext. 897.


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Ifitsnot.Gov,itsnotSoilSeurityBy Cynthia W. Edwards

Social Security

Public Affairs SpecialistWhen you go on

a road trip, you need

to follow the signs

to arrive at the right

place. Going online

can be very much

the same. Look for

the .gov at the end

of the web address if it isnt .gov, it isnt the real Social

Security website www.socialsecurity.

gov.

Countless consumers nationwide

are victimized each year by misleading

advertisers who use Social Security

or Medicare to entice the public

to use their services. In many cases,

these companies offer Social Security

services for a fee, even though the sameservices are available directly from

Social Security, free of charge. These

services include:

u pd ating a S oc ia l S ec urity c ard to

show a brides married name;

replacingaSocialSecuritycard;and

gettingaSocialSecuritynumberfor

a child.

These for-profit businesses may

cleverly design their websites, so when people use Internet search engines, their

advertisement pops up. They may even

make their advertisement look similar

to the real Social Security website. And

some of these sites, at first glance, appear

to be affiliated with Social Security. But

upon closer examination, these are for-

profit companies charging individuals for

a service that is provided free by Social

Security.For instance, a quick Google search

3481843-

01

5090 State Street | Building A Suite One | Saginaw, Michigan 48603989.792.2552 | fax: 989.792.3881 | [email protected]

Business Lawyers forBusiness People

Humphreys,Campbell,

Dust & Humphreys, P.C.Attorneys and Counselors at Law

on replacing a Social Security card

brings up paid advertisements for

websites that charge a fee just to get an

applicatio n for a new card. That service

is absolutely free from Social Security.

The law that deals specifically

with misleading Social Security and

Medicare advertising prohibits people

or non-government organizations,like for-profit businesses, from using

words or emblems that mislead others.

Their advertising cannot lead people

to believe that they represent or are

somehow affiliated with or endorsed

or approved by Social Security or the

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid

Services (Medicare). But that doesnt

stop advertisers from trying.

For more information, you can readcontinued on page 14


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StteBrOfMihignawrdsJudgeThomsonand

prof.NukollschmionOfJustieawrd

All the fellows are getting in troublethats how its always been. When the odds

are all against you, how can you win?

These lyrics from Lou Rawls 1960s hit

song Dead End Street continue to summarize

the plight of African American men. There

has never been a good time to be a black man

in America. However, the transition from

boyhood to manhood has never been more

dangerous than it is today. The statistics are

frightening. The odds that a black man willgo to prison at some point in his life are 1 in

3. Since 1985, Michigans prison population

has almost tripled. Over 50 percent of

Michigans prison population is black,

although African Americans only comprised

14.2 percent of its total population. Since

1980 black men in Michigan have been

going to prison at 13 times the rate they have

been going to college. As a result, Michigan

has more black men in prison than college.

It is more realistic for a male African

American child growing up in Michigan to

look forward to going to prison than going

to college.

Shortly after he became a judge in 1997,

the Hon. M.T. Thompson, Jr. set out to turn

these statistics around. He and his daughter,

Prof. Monica R. Nuckolls, Thomas M. Cooley

Law School, developed a drug education andcrime prevention program called Making

Choices And Facing Consequences.

In 2008 Judge Thompson and Prof.

Nuckolls organized a program called The

Boyz-2-Men Manhood Training Program.

It was designed to provide African American

boys with character training, role models

and positive influences. It involved over

100 young men between the ages of 8-to-18

years old. The program used two books they

wrote entitled Making Choices And Facing

Consequences: Gangs, Bullies & Violent

Crimes, and Making Choices And Facing

Consequences: Drugs And Alcohol as its

curriculum. The program was a complete

success.

In 2010, they organized another community

based mentoring program called Project Future.

The womens component was called How To

Be A Lady and the mens component was

called the Boyz-2-Men Manhood Training

Program. With the help of almost 100 adult

volunteers, they conducted a series of Saturday

morning training sessions with over 200 young

adults

Prior to conducting Saginaws Project

Future, Judge Thompson invited Delta Collegeto conduct pre-program and post-program

surveys to measure the effectiveness of the

program and the curriculum. The group of

college professors led by Dr. Mark N. Mitchell

concluded that the program significantly

reduced the likelihood of young adults

participating in gang related activities, bullying

and violent crimes.

During September through November,2010, they conducted a second Project Future

in Pontiac. This time they invited Oakland

University to conduct surveys of the program

participants to determine if the program

works. The Oakland University team led

by Dr. Julia Smith concluded that those

individuals who participated in the program

were less likely to engage in gang related

activities, bullying or violent crime. They

were also less likely to drink or take illegaldrugs. The significance of the Delta College

and Oakland University studies cannot be

over emphasized. Judge Thompson and Prof.

Nuckolls have developed a drug education

and crime prevention tool that works.

The efforts of Judge Thompson and Prof.

Nuckolls have created quite a stir in the legal

and educational community. On September

14, 2010 the State Bar Of Michigan will

be awarding its prestigious Champion of

Justice Award to Judge Thompson and Prof.

Nuckolls. The award is given to lawyers and

judges who have achieved an extraordinary

professional accomplishment that benefits

the nation, the state or the local community

in which they live.

When asked if they were planning a

Project Future for this school year, Prof.

Nuckolls responded that they would like tocontinue their efforts, but they do not currently

have the necessary resources. They are also

finalizing plans for a student weekly reader

called Who Can Stop The Bullying? The

Michigan Banner would like to congratulate

Judge Thompson and Prof. Nuckolls for their

outstanding accomplishments.

Saginaw Valley State University Offers Supervisor/Management LeadershipWorkshoSaginaw Valley State University-Office

of Continuing Education and Professional

Development is currently accepting registrations for

the Supervisor/Management Leadership Workshop

which takes place September 13 & 14, 2011.

This two day work shop will take place 9:00 am

to 4:00 pm each day. The workshop will be held in

Curtiss Hall. Registration is $150 for both days.

To register or obtain more information about

the workshop, contact Missy 989.964.4048, email

[email protected] or visit www.svsu.edu/

ocepd.


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Christian Education 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m.

Mens Meeting held every second

Saturday of the month

Christ Disciple Baptist Church3317LeerStreetSginw,Mihign989-754-2444

Mr. Daniel Shacks passed away Friday,

August 19, 2011 at Covenant Healthcare-

Cooper. Age 50 years. He was born July

6, 1960 in Saginaw, Michigan to Willie J.Shacks and Rosielee Goodwine. Daniel

was a member of Ames United Methodist

Church. A graduate and Class President

of Saginaw High School Class of 1979,

Daniel attained an Associates degree in

Business and Accounting from Saginaw

Business Institute and a Bachelors

Degree in Management from Davenport

University. Daniel was previously employed by Vlasic Pickle

Factory and First Ward Community Center.He leaves to cherish his memory three daughters and one

son, Tameka Shacks, Tamara (Marquis) Page, Shantaya Shacks,

Daniel Jamaal Shacks, Jr.; grandchildren, Ivoryanna Jenkins,

Tionna Brown, Seddrick Brown Jr., Tamarus Darby Jr., Sharlene

Page, Kenneth Page, JaVeon Allen; mother, Rosie Lee Almond;

step-father, Jimmie Almond; three sisters, JoAnn Goodwine,

Artisha Goodwine, Itonya Goodwine; brothers, Thomas Wilson

Jr., Gregory (Kim) Goodwine, Quincy Almond; many aunts,

uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and special

friends including special friend Stacie Harris and the mothers ofhis children, Mary Harris and Paula McAfee.

Pastor Hurley Coleman Michigan

Reretion&prkassoition

Hall of Fame Inductee

Congratulations to

Pastor Hurley Coleman,

Hall of Fame inductee.

The Hall of Fame Banquet

and Induction Ceremony

will be held on October 6,

2011at Summit on the Park,

46000 Summit Parkway,

Canton, MI. Dinner and

induction ceremony at

7:00 p.m. The MRPA Hall

of Fame Banquet andInduction Ceremony is

$50 per person.

Remembering

Nikashford

Nick Ashford, half of one

of the greatest writing teams inhistory died August 22, in New

York. Among some of their

greatest compositions was Aint

No Mountain High Enough. Im

every Woman, Aint Nothing

Like the Real Thing.

Friendship... is not something you learn in school. But if you havent

learned the meaning of friendship, you really havent learned anything.

Muhammad Ali


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DisbilityNetworkMid-MihignaddsToNursingFility

Transition StaffMIDLAND Sheila Gittings and

Brooke Pauwels have joined the staff of

the Disability Network of Mid-Michigans

Nursing Facility Transition (NFT) program.

The goal of the NFT program is to

provide an opportunity for an individual

to consider community-based living as

a viable alternative to nursing facility

residency, said Sara Grivetti, Executive

Director of the Disability Network of Mid-

Michigan. Sheila Gittings and Brooke

Pauwels dedication to, and passion for, the

independent living philosophy will prove an

invaluable asset to the program and to our

consumers.

Gittings originally worked in the medical

field before becoming involved with

Disability Network in 2006. At that time,

she worked in the Information and Referral

and Peer Support programs. A certifiedemployment specialist, Gittings later taught

pre-employment skills to adults seeking to

return to the work force, as part of Disability

Networks READY program. Gittings brings

an extensive and varied background to her

new role in the NFT program. Sheila enjoys

spending time amongst her roses and other

perennial flowers, along with her husband,

Dan and her three Labrador retrievers.

Pauwels has recently received her

Bachelors of Social Work from Saginaw

Valley State University. Pauwels completed aninternship with Bay Countys Department of

Human Services as an Adult Protective Service

worker. She has a varied employmentbackground, ranging from working in a toy

store to opening a family daycare. Brooke

enjoys camping, gardening, fishing and

spending time with her children.

The NFT program provides an array

of services to those seeking a better, more

independent, and quality of life. The benefits

to the consumer of transitioning out of a

nursing facility are many, but can be as

simple as being able to cook for ones self

or simply having a place to call home.

Transitioning out of a nursing facility also

benefits Michigan as taxpayers save an

average of $14,869 per person receiving

NFT services.

For more information on the NFT

program, contact Disability Network of

Mid-Michigan at 1-800-782-4160 or at

www.dnmm.org.

Ifitsnot.Gov,itsnot Social Security

continued from page 11

our publication What You Need to Know

about Misleading Advertising at www.

socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10005.html.

When you go to www.socialsecurity.

gov, make sure you look for the .govsign along the way. Dont be tricked into

paying a fee for a service thats free.

And remember: if it isnt .gov, it isnt

Social Security.

Have a great

Labor day!


15/24


Business DirectoryAttorneysJohn D. L. HumphreysHumphreys, Campbell, Dust & Humphreys, P.C.Building A , Suite One, 5090 State StreetSaginaw, MI 48603(989) 792-2522 Fax (989) 792-3881E-Mail [email protected]

Authors

W. James Richardson1356 Woodside StreetSaginaw, MI988-753-0233www.wjamesrichardson.com

Auto

McDonald Pontiac-GMC, Inc.5155 State Street Saginaw, MI 48603Leon V. WashingtonSales & Leasing [email protected]

Saginaw Valley Ford Lincoln Mercury4201 Bay RoadSaginaw, MI989-792-2453

Bakeries

Lighthouse Bakery285 S. Outer Drive Saginaw, MI989-754-7088 Fax 989-754-7099

Banquet Faciities

Andersen Enrichment CenterLisa Hall120 Ezra Rust DriveSaginaw, [email protected]

Rowan - West Facility1400 W. GeneseeSaginaw, Michigan

989-753-3475Beauty

Illusions Beauty SalonValerie KingOwner/Operator1400 W. Genesee StreetSaginaw, Michigan989-755-2666/989-755-3883

Reection of U Too2103 Sheridan Ave.Saginaw, Michigan989-753-4600

Shea GalleriaDee HollowayBarber/Stylist1703 E. GeneseeSaginaw, MI 48601989-245-5479

Shea GalleriaMonicas1703 E. GeneseeSaginaw, MI 48601989-484-0259

Sports Barbershop1400 W. GeneseeSaginaw, Michigan

989-992-2600

Unique Cuts & Massage1502 Court StreetSaginaw, MI 48602989-327-2338

Unique Cuts II3125 E. HollandSaginaw, MI 48601989-327-2338

Carroton Pubic Schoos

Craig C. DouglasSuperintendentP.O. Box 517Carrollton, MI 48724(989) 754-1475Fax (989) 754-1470Direct Dial (989) [email protected]

Community Centers and Services

First Ward Community ServicesSheilda BraddockPresident/CEOHuman Services1410 N. 12th StreetSaginaw, Michigan

989-753-0411

Computers

Creative ComputersLathan Wilson (Buddy)817 East GeneseeSaginaw, MI 48607989-755-9290

Dentists

Jack Weston Nash DDSCosmetic and Restorative Dentistry1320 S. Washington AvenueSaginaw, Michigan 48601989-752-1200

Finance

KarenLawrence-Webster.comFinancial AdvisorsAXA Advisors, LLC

4800 Fashion Square Blvd.,Suite 220Saginaw, Michigan [email protected](989)797-3281

Food & Dining

Spencers Route 46Spence DambroProprietor5530 Gratiot989-793-3400Saginaw, MI 48638www.spencersfinefood.com

Graphics/Digita

TBF Graphics Digital803 S. Washington Ave.Saginaw, Michigan989-752-5540

TBFGRAPHICS.COMTBFDIGITAL.COM

Housing Agency

Circle of LoveHousing Counseling AgencyPamelia D. Brazil1809 Durand StreetSaginaw, Michigan989-921-0569www.circleoovecdc.org

Heating and Cooing

HORIZONAzola Williams

989-755-8650 Business989-233-3295 Cell

Pubications

David HallCrimiel Publications LLCPOB 20061Saginaw, Michigan 48602

ReatorsCentury 21Atonya F. Patterson, Realtor5580 State St., Suite 4Saginaw, Michigan 48603

989.921.7000 ofce989.284.1465 [email protected]

Restaurants

A Touch of Cajun228 W Genesee AveSaginaw, MI 48602989-755-7507Hours Mon-Tues-Wed 11am to 7pmThur-Fri-Sat 11am to 10pmatouchofcajuncuisine.comlocated in the Riverviewshopping Plaza

Brother Arthurs Fish & More2522 E. GeneseeSaginaw, MI989-752-0200

Kings Fish-N-MoreEddie KingOwner & Chef1202 N. Washington AveSaginaw, Michigan 48601(989) 252-43042 way# 131*433*10322Catering Available Upon Request

Rite Spot

1205 LapeerSaginaw, MI 48601989-754-6001

Retaiers

GREEKS R US2203 E. GeneseeSaginaw, MI [email protected]

Kennys Clothes310 Johnson St.Saginaw, MI989-753-4552 [email protected]

TaiorsExecutive TailoringChristopher E. EddingtonMaster Tailor418 Court StreetSaginaw, MI [email protected] hour service

Tax Services

Robert McDuffy Tax & AccountingService/ERO e-le2127 LedyardSaginaw, MI 48601Business - 989-443-0115Fax [email protected]

Transportation

McFadden Charter Service, LLCHoward McFadden1200 E. Moore Rd.Saginaw, Michigan989-777-7038 / 989-751-1461

Howard [email protected]

Advertise your business with us!




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Saginaw

Flint

Bay City

Lansing

Second Baptist ChurchPastor Seth Doyle1770 W. Youngs Ditch Rd.Bay City, MI(989) 893-3937

antiohBptistchurhPastor Lewis Randolph1083 E. Stewart Ave.Flint, MI 48505

(810) 789-2931

Deliverance Church of Godin ChristElder Zack Smith, Sr.3311 Mildred StreetFlint, Michigan(810) 785-0094

St. Stephens Community Church

Reverend Herman Haller1007 Kimberly DriveLansing, MI 48912(517) 484-2180

BethelaMEchurhPastor P. David Saunders535 Cathay St.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 755-7011

Bethlehem Baptist ChurchPastor Ernest W. Bothuel3309 Bundy StreetSaginaw, MI 48601989-752-5866

Bread of Life Harvest CenterSenior Pastor Rodney J. McTaggart3726 Fortune Blvd.Saginaw, MI 48603

(989) 790-7933

Christ Disciples BaptistPastor Eddie Benson3317 Lapeer StreetSaginaw, MI 48601(989) 754-2444

Church of ChristMinister James Sanderson1325 N. Center Road

Saginaw, MI 48638(989) 790-2707

WorldOutrehcmusof GreaterColeman Temple MinistriesSupt. H.J. Coleman Jr.2405 Bay Rd.Saginaw, MI 48602(989) 752-7957

Corinthian Baptist Church

Pastor Roy L. Manning104 S. 10th St.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 754-1820

Faith Harvest ChurchBishop Ronald E. ChippFaith Harvest Church1734 N. MasonSaginaw, MI 48602(989) 799-4200Website: www.faithharvestministry.org

E-mail: [email protected]

GreterWillimsTemleBishop H.J. Williams608 RemingtonSaginaw, MI 48601(989) 755-5291

JobsLdderPastor Dempsey Allen1926 Fairfield StreetSaginaw, MI 48602

989-799-6601Messiah Missionary Baptist Church2615 Williamson RoadSaginaw, MI 48601Pastor Otis WashingtonPhone: 989-777-2636Fax: 989-777-2640Email: [email protected]: www.Messiahsag.org

Mt. Moriah Missionary

Baptist ChurchReverend Johnie F. Edwards Sr.130 North 11th StreetSaginaw, MI 48601Church (989) 754-6371Fax (989) 754-5670E-mail: [email protected]

Mt.NeboBtist

Pastor Willie R. Hill, Jr.1111 N. 29th St.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 753-5777

Mt. Olive Baptist ChurchPastor Marvin T. Smith1114 N. 6th StreetSaginaw, MI 48601(989) 752-8064

NewBeginningsLifechngin gMinistries

Pastor Otis Dickens2312 S. Washington Ave.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 755-3650

NewBirthMissionryBtistPastor Larry D. Camel1418 S. WarrenSaginaw, MI 48601(989) 755-6604

Newchristcommunity

Pastor Dr. Eugene Seals3302 Grant St.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 755-3357

NewcovenntchristincenterPastor Ron Frierson523 HaydenSaginaw, MI752-8485

NewFithTemlecOGIc

Elder Charles H. Coleman

2118 Burt Street

Saginaw, MI 48601

(989) 752-3880

NewLifeBtistchurhPastor Rufus Bradley1401 Janes St.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 753-1151

NewLifeFullGoselchurhElder Zachary Williamson1200 East Genesee Ave.Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 746-0764

NewMt.clvryBtistPastor Robert Donald3610 Russell Street

Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 754-0801

Prince of Peace Baptist ChurchPastor Robert B. Corley725 N. 24th StreetSaginaw, MI 48601989-754-2841

St. Paul BaptistPastor Vincent D. McMillon120 N. 15th St.

Saginaw, MI 48601(989) 752-5023

Saginaw Valley CommunityPastor Richard Sayad3660 HermansauSaginaw, MI 48603(989) 752-4769

St.LukescMEPastor Charles Braddock1121 TuscolaSaginaw, MI 48607

(989) 755-0351

Tabernacle Baptist ChurchRev. Thomas J.London810 Cathay StreetSaginaw, MI. 48601(989) 753-5282

Transforming Life MinistriesPastor William Brown3024 South Washington AvenueSaginaw, MI 48601-4353(989) 754-9573

Truevine Baptist ChurchPastor Paul E. Broaddus2930 Janes StreetSaginaw, MI 48601989-752-0751

Zion Missionary Baptist ChurchPastor Rodrick Smith721 JohnsonSaginaw, MI 48607(989) 754-9621

Victorious BelieversMinistries ChurchRev. Christopher V. Pryor624 S. Outer Dr.Saginaw, MI

(989) 755-7692




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NON PROFIT DIRECTORYA.Philip Randolph InstitutePOB 1107Saginaw, MI 48606

American Red Cross1232 N. MichiganSaginaw, MI 48602989-754-8181

Antique Toy & Firehouse Museum3456 Patterson Rd.Bay City, MI 487061-888-888-1270Boys & Girls Club of Bay County300 Lafayette Ave.Bay City, MI 48706989-892-6723Circle of Love1809 Durand Ave.Saginaw, MI 48602989-754-2377

Emmaus House of Saginaw

733 S. 15th StreetSaginaw, MI 48601989-755-7538

Faith, Hope, & charity MissionPOB 5546Saginaw, MI 48603989-792-8121Family & Children Services

2806 DavenportSaginaw, MI 48602989-790-7500

CAN Council Saginaw County1311 N. Michigan AvenueSaginaw, MI 48602(989) 752-7226 / fax (989) 752-2777www.cancouncil.org

First Ward Community Center1410 N. 12th StreetSaginaw, MI 48601989-753-0411

Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan5470 Davis Rd.Saginaw, MI 48604989-799-9565

Good Neighbors Mission1318 Cherry StreetSaginaw, MI 48601989-399-9918

Houghton-Jones Task Force1708 Johnson StreetSaginaw, MI989-752-1660

Michigan Banner Outreach1400 W. GeneseeSaginaw, MI 48602989-714-2240

Nathan Weidner ChildrensAdvocacy Ctr.715 N. EuclidBay City, MI989-671-1345

Operation Reach119 S. Jefferson Avenue

Saginaw, MI989-754-4444

Pastor Larry CamelNew Birth Missionary Baptist Church1418 S. WarrenSaginaw, MI 48601989-755-6604

The Salvation Army2030 N. CarolinaSaginaw, MI 48602989-793-8371

The Saginaw Community Foundation

100 S. Jefferson Ste. 201Saginaw, MI 48607989-755-0545

Women of ColorsPOB 5525Saginaw, MI 48603989-399-9275 or 989-737-9286

TheMihignBnnerremembersDorothyallenThe Michigan Banner

remembers Dorothy N.

Allen, a loving wife of

Pastor Dempsey Allen,

devoted mother and

grandmother, cherished

sister, and Christian

friend who passed

from labor to reward

on Tuesday, August 9,

2011. She was born March 7, 1947 to Jack

and Gladys (Parrish) Young, Sr., in Saginaw,MI. Both parents are deceased.

She was faithful in service as 1st Lady

of Jacobs Ladder Ministries for twelve

years. A graduate of Saginaw Valley State

University with a degree in Sociology, Mother

Allen served as the first African-American

probation officer in Saginaw County. She later

worked as a social worker and then as Director

of the Saginaw County Child Receiving Home

for 18 years. She loved people and was known

throughout the church community as a wise and

virtuous woman of God. She enjoyed teaching

and counseling on marriage and family matters

and was an accomplished and witty speaker.

She developed a spiritually-based program to

enhance marriages called Praying and Playingfor Keeps. Her sense of humor was unique, her

loyalty to God and family was profound, and

her gifts and talents were used righteously to

Gods glory.

She leaves to celebrate her life her devoted

husband of 44 years Pastor Dempsey Allen.

Two daughters: Pari and children; Caleb,Angel and Destiny Allen and Lily (Lorenzo)

and children, Allyn and Loren Thompkins, all

of Columbus, OH. One brother, Jack Young

Jr. of Saginaw, MI and one sister, Christine

(Cleve) Rhynes of Campbellton, FL. Sister-

in-law Freddie (William) Hodges and

brothers-in-law James Allen of Saginaw, MI

and E. Maurice (Myra) Moten of Houston,

TX. Dear friend from childhood Diana(Lonnie) Simpson and seven godchildren, all

special. As well as a host of nieces, nephews,

cousins, and friends and the Jacobs Ladder

Church family.

To volunteer your services or to donate goods, please call HenriettWtson at the United Way of Saginaw County 755-0505, Ext. 216,

[email protected]. Or check out our web-based volunteer program at www.GOvolunteerNOW.org.


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Atonya Patterson,REAlTOR

Century 21 Signature Reaty5580 State St., Ste. 4Saginaw, MI 48603

989-284-1465 ce

989-921-7000 office989-921-7001 fax

[email protected] ComForcare Mission

To improve the quality of life and level of independence

for every client and family receiving our services

ComForcare is focused on four initiatives that we

believe are critical to the well being of seniors

Fall Prevention

Medication Adherence

Chronic Disease ManagementTransition of Care

Contact us today to learn more about our Quality Care Guarantee!

989-752-5501 989-752-5503 FAX Email: [email protected]

Website: www.mbsmichigan.comforcare.com

Wilbert J. and Alois B. SmithOwner/Operators

A Dedicated

Non-Medical

Home Care Agency

320 S. Washington Avenue,

Suite 202 Saginaw, MI 48607

Pastor Dempsey Allen and

1st Lady Dorothy Allen

Elder Dempsey Allen, Pastor

Jacobs Ladder Ministries

1926 Fairfield Street

Saginaw, MI 48602

989.799.6601

www.jacobsladdersaginaw.org

Saginaw Valley Community Church3660HermansauDr.

Saginaw,MI48603

Sunday

10:00 am Morning Service6:30 pm Young Adults Life Group BibleStudy/Worship

Monday7:00 pm Young Adults Life Group Soaking7:00 pm Womens Life Group

Tuesday(2nd & 4th) 10: am 3:00 pm HeavensManna Food Distribution

7:00 am Mens Life Group6:30 pm Prayer Night10:00 am & 7:00 pm Healing Rooms

Wednesday6:30 pm Equipping ClassesThursday

1:00 & 6:30 pm Healing roomsFriday(1st & 3rd) 9:30 am Oasis for WomenSaturday

6:00 pm Youth ServiceRemembertheHeroesof911


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