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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Re-Elects Deborah Catchings-Smith
Black Owned Company Debuts
New Line of Turkey Burgers
Marlo Richardson to Chair California State Contractors
License Board
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| Prostate Cancer AwarenessHealthy Living Feature
Established 1987 VOLUME 31, NO. 7 | 2018 Theme: Immeasurable Favor Week of August 23 - August 29, 2018
If you are a man of African ancestry, prostate cancer needs to be on your radar. This is because, of all the men in the world, you are in the group that prostate cancer hits the hardest. Prostate cancer is different in you than it is in other men. It can be more serious. This is not fear-mongering; it’s the truth.... Read page 3 to learn more!
Los Angeles, CA -- Kim Berry, elite hair stylist and confidant to Prince for 29 years, will be announcing some exciting information about her soon to be released and highly anticipated book
about her life with Prince, entitled Diamonds N Curlz: My Incredible Journey with Prince.
In the spirit of Prince and continuing his legacy of allowing his fans to be a part of his musical experience, Kim will do the same with the writing and release of her book. Never done before, by any other author who has written a book about Prince, Kim will give his fans a rare and unique opportunity to be a part of his story.
Ever y fan wi l l have a chance to be in her book.
Until she decided to run for public office, Attorney Anita Earls was the Executive Director of the Southern Coalition for Social Justice, “a North Carolina based civil rights nonprofit that partners with communities of color and economically disadvantaged communities in the South to defend and advance their political, social and economic rights.”
Indeed, her legal pedigree was molded by working alongside such legendary civil rights litigators as the late Julius Chambers, and Charlotte Attorney James Ferguson. And for thir ty years, she devoted her legal career to representing “…people whose voices were not being heard in our system of justice.”
Attorney Earls’ commitment and her credentials, include f ighting for the “least of these.” Her recent victories include challenging North Carolina’s racially gerry mandered voting districts.
But now Attorney Earls wants to use her legal acumen, not to fight, but to heal, to “…restore people’s faith that the courts will apply the law equally.”
A n i t a E a r l s i s t h e Democratic candidate for the North Carolina Supreme Court, seeking to unseat Republ ican i ncu mbent Barbara Jackson in the N o v e m b e r 6 m i d t e r m elections.
“W hat I’ve seen most recently since the 2010
Prince’s Former Hair Stylist & Confidant For 29 Years Tells Her Story in New Book
Anita Earls on High Court Candidacy:“I Restore
Faith in Our Courts”
The bookcover (above right), and the late Prince with his long-time hairstylist, Kim Berry (below).
“A CALL TO COLORS” EXCLUSIVE
By Li-Ming Su, M.D.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recently updated and modified its controversial 2012 recommendat ion to abandon routine screening of all men using the prostate cancer screening blood test
called the prostate specif ic a nt igen or PSA t e s t . T he USPSTF is a government task force comprised of members from the fields of primary care and preventive medicine that cur rently makes evidence- based recommendations about clinical preventive services.
The updated recommendation is that all U.S. men between the ages of 55 to 69 should con s ide r PSA sc r e e n i ng , after discussing the risks and benefits with their doctor. The panel recommended that men older than 70 should not undergo screening.
The 2012 recommendation w a s o f g r e a t c o n c e r n t o physicians who treat prostate cancer, survivors of the disease, and those at high risk due to race or hereditary factors.
As a urologist who treats and has cared for prostate cancer patients for 17 years, I witnessed firsthand how the controversies of PSA testing in 2012 led to significant confusion in both physicians and patients alike. The confusion may also have resulted in delay in diagnosis and an increase in the late-stage prostate cancer. A study released May 22, 2018 reported an increase in late-stage incidence and that deaths from prostate cancer had stopped decreasing.
The Scope of the Problem
The prostate gland, a small organ that is part of the male reproductive system and is situated between the bladder a n d u r e t h r a , i s i nvo lve d with ur inary, fer t i l ity and sexual function. Cancer of the prostate gland is a result of uncont rol led g rowth of abnormal prostate cells within the gland. Early prostate cancer in its microscopic stage is commonly associated with no symptoms whatsoever, whereas advanced prostate cancer can spread beyond the prostate, into surrounding lymph nodes, and to the spine and other organs, resulting in pain, suffering and even death.
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer
Prostate Cancer Awareness
New Study Views Cancer Treatment as a Gameto Find Strategies That Improve Patient Outcomes
Game theory can be utilized to ident i f y potent ia l f laws in current cancer t reatment approaches and suggest new strategies to improve outcomes in patients with metastatic cancer, according to a new ar t icle published online by JAMA Oncology. The study, w h i c h i s a u t h o r e d b y a
mathematician, an evolutionary biologist and clinical physicians from Moff it t Cancer Center and Maastr icht University, challenges the decades old s t a nd a rd of t r ea t ment for metastatic cancers in which drugs are typically administered
Prostate Cancer Screening:
An Expert Explains Why New Guidelines Were Needed
Atty. Anita Earls
PRINCE Cont. on pg. 6
By Cash Michaels Contributing writer
EARLS Cont. on pg. 6
GAME Cont. on pg. 7
SCREENINGS Cont. on pg. 7
WASHINGTON, -- Howard University is America's No. 1 institution for producing Bl a ck a p pl i c a n t s t o U. S . medical schools, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. In the 2017-18 academic year, 118 Howard undergraduates applied to U.S. medical schools. Nearly 150 years ago, eight students entered Howard University's College of Medicine. Today, i t e n r o l l s 3 0 0 + A f r i c a n American students, more than double the number attending predominantly White medical schools.
"Howard University prepares m o r e A f r i c a n A m e r i c a n students to apply to medical s c h o o l a n d e n r o l l s m o r e African Americans in our own medical school because we are committed to diversifying the workforce with talented scholars," says President Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick. "Despite these strides, there's still a significant underrepresentation of Black and Hispanic students in medical school. The number
of Black male applicants is down from 1976, but we're honored to contribute as the institution of choice for many students pursuing careers in medicine."
Howard's success stems from programs which develop qualified medical scholars, including a Pre-Freshman S u m m e r E n h a n c e m e n t Program. This summer, 25 incoming freshmen lived on campus to take classes in biology, chemistry, English, and math. Also, Howard offers a program for undergraduates of other historically black colleges and universit ies (HBCU), which serves as a pipeline into the College of Medicine. As a result, the Class of 2022 includes students from 11 HBCUs: Xavier, Morehouse, Spelman, Hampton, Howard, Texas Southern, Prairie View, University of DC, Tuskegee, Meharry and Miles.
"Howard Universit y has long had a range of initiatives designed to develop a pool of qualified applicants," says
Dr. Hugh E. Mighty, Dean of Howard University College of Medicine. "We star t by nurturing promising students in high school and guiding pre-med students with proper academic support, mentorship and tutoring. Our effor ts have delivered hundreds of deserving students to the doors of America's medical schools."
This year, 123 new medical students entered Howard's renowned medical program and received their short white coats. Upon graduation, they will exchange those coats for the full length version, indicating they've achieved the rank of M.D. Still, President Frederick hopes more students will follow this path.
"Howard Universit y has perfected a winning formula to develop talented students into skilled surgeons," says President Frederick. "Pursuing a career in medicine is a calling that I want more students of color to realize can become their reality." •
Howard University College of Medicine hosts a White Coat Ceremony to welcome new students.
Howard University #1 in Sending Black Students to
U.S. Medical Schools
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By Mr. James Hankins
PROBLEMS:“Some” parents never meet their children’s teachers, attend PTA meetings, monitor homework assignments, discuss report cards, or monitor what their children wear to school. They don’t know how many credits are needed to graduate or how many their children have. They also leave too many impor tant future planning decisions up to the school system and their children.
SOLUTIONS:NOTE: If your plan is for one-year plant rice, three years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, “educate” your children. ~ Confucius.
1. Buy only the school clothes you can a f ford for you r children.
2. Take your children to open house and meet al l thei r teachers.
3. Your children’s school day should be the main topic of conversation at the dinner table every school night.
4. Put the dates of the interim reports and reports cards on your refrigerator.
5. Plan to have two hours each school night where you and your household have a lock down. Homework or family discussion only.
6. Never give up on your children.7. Take the time and have your
children teach you how to use the Internet.
8. Buy a one-year subscription to your local Black Newspaper. Some cost less than $40 a year. This should be among the first reading materials you put in your home library.
9. In order for you to help your high school child follow the right educational track, you must know the answers to the questions below. If you don’t know, have your child and the school counselor guide you.A. How many credits does
your child need in each of the following subjects to graduate: English____? Math___? Science___? Social Studies____? Health & PE___? Second Language___? Computer Skills__? Electives__?
B. How many does he or she have?
C. What is his or her grade point average?
D. What is his or her best subject?
E. What is his or her ranking in the class?
F. What is the grade point average required for the State University system? Community College? Trade School?
10. Bullying is a serious problem in every school and grade level. It can be face to face by text or on the internet. You need to have a discussion with your children on a plan of action telling them what to do and who to tell when it happens.
11. If your boy or girl turn 18 before or on November 6, 2018 t hey a re now a man or lady. Teach them the 1st step in adulthood is research, registering and voting.
Meeting, learning the names and communicating with the five or more teachers that will teach your children this first semester is “priceless”. These are the most important people you must know, and your children must respect.
I have no greater joy than to hear my children walk in truth.
~ 3 John 1:4
James J. Hankins is a graduate of “all Black” Williston Senior High School in 1964, three-year U.S. Army veteran stationed in Germany, A&T State University alumna, owner of J. Hankins Realty, retired vocational education teacher, past president of the New Hanover County Branch NAACP, seven years as construction manager of Youth Build Wilmington, NC, charter member Friends of Abraham Galloway and author of the book “What We Blacks Need To Do; To comment on his commentary or buy his book. E-mail him at [email protected]
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Commentary
The Parents Responsibilities
- No Roots, No Fruits!!!
By Cash Michaels Contributing Writer
Former State Representative Linda Coleman is banking that the voters of the Second Congressional Dist r ict are more interested in issues like affordable health care, jobs and improving educat ion , a s op p ose d “ ide a s” f rom incumbent Republican Rep. George Holding on topics like ‘The Constitution,” “The Right to Bear Arms,” and “ISIS,” among others, according to his campaign website.
“Everyone needs affordable health care, accessible health care and quality heath care,” the Wake County Democrat maintains. “They don’t need t o dea l w i t h p re - ex i s t i ng c o n d i t i o n s , w h i c h c a n bankrupt families. Many are just a paycheck away from a catastrophic situation.”
She adds that rural families are especially at risk in North Carolina because Republicans will not allow an expansion of Medicaid, thus, a severe lack of hospitals and clinics in those areas.
C o l e m a n f i n d s h e r s e l f at tempting to unseat a Trump loyal is t and conser vat ive cult u re war r ior, but she’s confident that the voters of the diverse Second District are hearing her not only on the issues, but also representing their values.
“The people are hardworking, they believe in community uplift, and it would be such an honor to represent the people of the Second District,” Coleman told GDN.
The Second Congressional Distr ict is diverse racially, mixed with rural, urban and suburban communities. The six-county district encompasses southern and eastern Wake, nor thern Johnston County, southern Nash, western Wilson, and all of Franklin and Harnett.
Politically, it is one-third Democrat, one-third Republican and one-third unaffiliated. In recent elections, the district has leaned conservative.
Based on react ion to her campaign thus far, Coleman believes she can change that. Beyond criticizing Obamacare, i ncumbent Hold ing is not addressing the key issues the district cares about, Coleman says.
“His voice has been silent on the issues that primarily impact the people of the Second District,” she maintains, noting that Hold ing has of yet to attend one candidates’ forum to answer quest ions f rom constituents.
Linda Coleman
Sticks With Issues In 2nd District Race
“A CALL TO COLORS” EXCLUSIVE
LEARN MORE ONLINE:Visit http://greaterdi-versity.com/linda-cole-man-sticks-issues-2nd-district-race-call-colors-exclusive/ •
The views and opinions expressed in each edition of
GDN are not those of our staff, websites or affiliates.
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Harry C. Alford, and Farrah Gray
Senior Graphic Designer Office/Accounts
Receivable Manager Jacentia Kinsey
Web Editor/ Data Entry/ Clerical Assistant
Shanasa Scott
Fayetteville Distribution Manager
Michael Riley
Wilmington Distribution Manager
Larry Mills
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Greater Diversity NewsP.O. Drawer 1679,
Wilmington, NC 28402 Phone: 910-762-1337 Fax: 910-763-6304
National Watts: 1-800-462-0738
Subscriptions: $25.00 Yearly
$47.50 Two Years $67.50 Three Years
Office Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Send address changes to: Greater Diversity News
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We accept credit cards for services subscriptions.
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NCDOT3C X 9.19”
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By Mr. James Hankins
PROBLEMS:“Some” parents never meet their children’s teachers, attend PTA meetings, monitor homework assignments, discuss report cards, or monitor what their children wear to school. They don’t know how many credits are needed to graduate or how many their children have. They also leave too many impor tant future planning decisions up to the school system and their children.
SOLUTIONS:NOTE: If your plan is for one-year plant rice, three years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, “educate” your children. ~ Confucius.
1. Buy only the school clothes you can a f ford for you r children.
2. Take your children to open house and meet al l thei r teachers.
3. Your children’s school day should be the main topic of conversation at the dinner table every school night.
4. Put the dates of the interim reports and reports cards on your refrigerator.
5. Plan to have two hours each school night where you and your household have a lock down. Homework or family discussion only.
6. Never give up on your children.7. Take the time and have your
children teach you how to use the Internet.
8. Buy a one-year subscription to your local Black Newspaper. Some cost less than $40 a year. This should be among the first reading materials you put in your home library.
9. In order for you to help your high school child follow the right educational track, you must know the answers to the questions below. If you don’t know, have your child and the school counselor guide you.A. How many credits does
your child need in each of the following subjects to graduate: English____? Math___? Science___? Social Studies____? Health & PE___? Second Language___? Computer Skills__? Electives__?
B. How many does he or she have?
C. What is his or her grade point average?
D. What is his or her best subject?
E. What is his or her ranking in the class?
F. What is the grade point average required for the State University system? Community College? Trade School?
10. Bullying is a serious problem in every school and grade level. It can be face to face by text or on the internet. You need to have a discussion with your children on a plan of action telling them what to do and who to tell when it happens.
11. If your boy or girl turn 18 before or on November 6, 2018 t hey a re now a man or lady. Teach them the 1st step in adulthood is research, registering and voting.
Meeting, learning the names and communicating with the five or more teachers that will teach your children this first semester is “priceless”. These are the most important people you must know, and your children must respect.
I have no greater joy than to hear my children walk in truth.
~ 3 John 1:4
James J. Hankins is a graduate of “all Black” Williston Senior High School in 1964, three-year U.S. Army veteran stationed in Germany, A&T State University alumna, owner of J. Hankins Realty, retired vocational education teacher, past president of the New Hanover County Branch NAACP, seven years as construction manager of Youth Build Wilmington, NC, charter member Friends of Abraham Galloway and author of the book “What We Blacks Need To Do; To comment on his commentary or buy his book. E-mail him at [email protected]
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CommentaryThe Parents
Responsibilities - No Roots, No Fruits!!!
By Cash Michaels Contributing Writer
Former State Representative Linda Coleman is banking that the voters of the Second Congressional Dist r ict are more interested in issues like affordable health care, jobs and improving educat ion , a s op p ose d “ ide a s” f rom incumbent Republican Rep. George Holding on topics like ‘The Constitution,” “The Right to Bear Arms,” and “ISIS,” among others, according to his campaign website.
“Everyone needs affordable health care, accessible health care and quality heath care,” the Wake County Democrat maintains. “They don’t need t o dea l w i t h p re - ex i s t i ng c o n d i t i o n s , w h i c h c a n bankrupt families. Many are just a paycheck away from a catastrophic situation.”
She adds that rural families are especially at risk in North Carolina because Republicans will not allow an expansion of Medicaid, thus, a severe lack of hospitals and clinics in those areas.
C o l e m a n f i n d s h e r s e l f at tempting to unseat a Trump loyal is t and conser vat ive cult u re war r ior, but she’s confident that the voters of the diverse Second District are hearing her not only on the issues, but also representing their values.
“The people are hardworking, they believe in community uplift, and it would be such an honor to represent the people of the Second District,” Coleman told GDN.
The Second Congressional Distr ict is diverse racially, mixed with rural, urban and suburban communities. The six-county district encompasses southern and eastern Wake, nor thern Johnston County, southern Nash, western Wilson, and all of Franklin and Harnett.
Politically, it is one-third Democrat, one-third Republican and one-third unaffiliated. In recent elections, the district has leaned conservative.
Based on react ion to her campaign thus far, Coleman believes she can change that. Beyond criticizing Obamacare, i ncumbent Hold ing is not addressing the key issues the district cares about, Coleman says.
“His voice has been silent on the issues that primarily impact the people of the Second District,” she maintains, noting that Hold ing has of yet to attend one candidates’ forum to answer quest ions f rom constituents.
Linda Coleman
Sticks With Issues In 2nd District Race
“A CALL TO COLORS” EXCLUSIVE
LEARN MORE ONLINE:Visit http://greaterdi-versity.com/linda-cole-man-sticks-issues-2nd-district-race-call-colors-exclusive/ •
“A Call to ColoRS”An Idea Whose Time Has Come
For many years and counting, many community activists and leaders have lamented the lackluster voting on HBCU campuses. The reality is that to change that reality we must change the way we do things.
As a student and Civil Rights activist during the 60s, I am an alumnus of an HBCU that helped Blacks gain their rights to vote. There are millions of HBCU Alumni that have made remarkable achievements as a result of the Civil Rights Movement. Today it is the responsibility of HBCU Alumni to lead efforts to protect and expand our hard-won voting rights. Some of us have come up with a simple idea about how to make that happen. Mobilizing alumni members to
become strategic leaders/supporters of civic engagement strengthens our schools when public spending or legislation is an issue.
One solution to our lackluster defense of Black voting r ights may well rest in the re-thinking of our commitment to “passive” voter registration instead of a new commitment to “active” voter engagement that encompasses educating, organizing, and mobilizing voters during each election cycle.
As community service organizations, Alumni Associations, Greek Organizations
and others should create active civic engagement committees that are consistent with their organizational commitments.
A Call to Colors response is quite simple and powerful. Ask all alumni associations, at all levels, to create standing committees
for non-partisan civic engagement. They would ask their members to volunteer 8, 16, 24 hours or more per election cycle to help mobilize Black voter participation. Activities could include making telephone calls, Facebook posting, door knocking, organ iz ing thei r chu rches or other community-based organizations, Greek organizations, working polls, supporting the NAACP and more. They should urge all HBCU students to make similar civic engagement pledges on their campuses. A Call to Colors is a suggestion that appeals to HBCU Alumni members sense of responsibility. It contains no requirements.
A Call to Colors was conceived and promoted by Greater Diversity News with a lot of help from others concerned with our HBCUs well-being. Articles are archived at greaterdiversity.com where readers and supporters are urged to subscribe to its free eNews to remain current with ongoing developments.
According to 19th century, French poet, Victor Hugo, “Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come.” •
“Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come.”
By Peter Grear, Fayetteville State University, Class of 1966Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Delta Gamma 1964
Linda Coleman
James HankinsNCDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON AUGUST 28REGARDING THE PROPOSAL
TO IMPROVE I-95 INTERCHANGE AT EXIT 19CARTHAGE ROAD (S.R. 1528) IN ROBESON COUNTY
STIP PROJECT NO. I-5879The N.C. Department of Transportation proposing to improve the I-95interchange at exit 19 and Carthage Road (S.R. 1528) in Robeson County. Thisproject will include replacing the overpass bridge and realigning ramp andservice roads to improve safety and prepare for the future widening of I-95.
A public meeting will be held at the Bill Sapp Recreation Center located at1100 North Cedar Street on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public of the project andgather input on the proposed design. As information becomes available,it may be viewed online at the NCDOT Public Meeting Webpage:http://www.ncdot.gov/news/public-meetings .
The public may attend at any time during the public meeting hours, as no formalpresentation will be made. NCDOT representatives will be available to answerquestions and receive comments. The comments and information receivedwill be taken into consideration as work on the project develops.
The opportunity to submit written comments will be provided at the meetingor can be done via phone, email, or mail by September 28, 2018.
For additional information, please contact Mr. Scott Pridgen, Division 6 ProjectTeam Lead by phone: (910) 364-0603 or via email at [email protected] ;or by mail: Scott Pridgen, Highway Division 6, PO Box 1150, Fayetteville,NC 28302.
NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans withDisabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this workshop.Anyone requiring special services should contact Tony Gallagher, EnvironmentalAnalysis Unit, at 1598 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1598, by phone(919) 707-6069 or by e-mail at [email protected] as early as possibleso that arrangements can be made.
Persons who speak Spanish and have a limited ability to read, speak or understandEnglish, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meetingby calling 1-800-481-6494.
Aquellas personas que hablan español o tienen limitaciones para leer, hablaro entender inglés, podrían recibir servicios de interpretación si los solicitanantes de la reunión llamando al 1-800-481-6494.
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For many years and counting, many community activists and leaders have lamented the lackluster voting on HBCU campuses. The reality is that to change that reality we must change the way we do things.
As a student and Civil Rights activist during the 60s, I am an alumnus of an HBCU that helped Blacks gain their rights to vote. There are millions of HBCU Alumni that have made remarkable achievements as a result of the Civil Rights Movement. Today it is the responsibility of HBCU Alumni to lead efforts to protect and expand our hard-won voting rights. Some of us have come up with a simple idea about how to make that happen. Mobilizing alumni members to
become strategic leaders/supporters of civic engagement strengthens our schools when public spending or legislation is an issue.
One solution to our lackluster defense of Black voting r ights may well rest in the re-thinking of our commitment to “passive” voter registration instead of a new commitment to “active” voter engagement that encompasses educating, organizing, and mobilizing voters during each election cycle.
As community service organizations, Alumni Associations, Greek Organizations
and others should create active civic engagement committees that are consistent with their organizational commitments.
A Call to Colors response is quite simple and powerful. Ask all alumni associations, at all levels, to create standing committees
for non-partisan civic engagement. They would ask their members to volunteer 8, 16, 24 hours or more per election cycle to help mobilize Black voter participation. Activities could include making telephone calls, Facebook posting, door knocking, organ iz ing thei r chu rches or other community-based organizations, Greek organizations, working polls, supporting the NAACP and more. They should urge all HBCU students to make similar civic engagement pledges on their campuses. A Call to Colors is a suggestion that appeals to HBCU Alumni members sense of responsibility. It contains no requirements.
A Call to Colors was conceived and promoted by Greater Diversity News with a lot of help from others concerned with our HBCUs well-being. Articles are archived at greaterdiversity.com where readers and supporters are urged to subscribe to its free eNews to remain current with ongoing developments.
According to 19th century, French poet, Victor Hugo, “Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come.” •
“Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come.”
By Peter Grear, Fayetteville State University, Class of 1966Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Delta Gamma 1964
Linda Coleman
James HankinsNCDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON AUGUST 28REGARDING THE PROPOSAL
TO IMPROVE I-95 INTERCHANGE AT EXIT 19CARTHAGE ROAD (S.R. 1528) IN ROBESON COUNTY
STIP PROJECT NO. I-5879The N.C. Department of Transportation proposing to improve the I-95interchange at exit 19 and Carthage Road (S.R. 1528) in Robeson County. Thisproject will include replacing the overpass bridge and realigning ramp andservice roads to improve safety and prepare for the future widening of I-95.
A public meeting will be held at the Bill Sapp Recreation Center located at1100 North Cedar Street on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public of the project andgather input on the proposed design. As information becomes available,it may be viewed online at the NCDOT Public Meeting Webpage:http://www.ncdot.gov/news/public-meetings .
The public may attend at any time during the public meeting hours, as no formalpresentation will be made. NCDOT representatives will be available to answerquestions and receive comments. The comments and information receivedwill be taken into consideration as work on the project develops.
The opportunity to submit written comments will be provided at the meetingor can be done via phone, email, or mail by September 28, 2018.
For additional information, please contact Mr. Scott Pridgen, Division 6 ProjectTeam Lead by phone: (910) 364-0603 or via email at [email protected] ;or by mail: Scott Pridgen, Highway Division 6, PO Box 1150, Fayetteville,NC 28302.
NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans withDisabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this workshop.Anyone requiring special services should contact Tony Gallagher, EnvironmentalAnalysis Unit, at 1598 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1598, by phone(919) 707-6069 or by e-mail at [email protected] as early as possibleso that arrangements can be made.
Persons who speak Spanish and have a limited ability to read, speak or understandEnglish, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meetingby calling 1-800-481-6494.
Aquellas personas que hablan español o tienen limitaciones para leer, hablaro entender inglés, podrían recibir servicios de interpretación si los solicitanantes de la reunión llamando al 1-800-481-6494.
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L O C A L G O O D N E S S
NOR T H C A R O LI NA
HEART & SOUL OF OUR COMMUNITIES
H U N D R E D S O F L O C A L I T E M SS O U R C E D , P R O D U C E D & H A R V E S T E D
R I G H T H E R E I N O U R S T A T E .
The family-owned burger brand has also been named “Juiciest Hamburger in the Country” by Better Homes and Gardens magazine.
Charleston, SC -- Chevalo & Monique Wilsondebriano and their children recently made history as they watched their new turkey burgers come down the production line for the first time.
Chevalo, Monique and the fam i ly we re a l so r e ce nt ly featured in the July 2018 issue of Better Homes & Gardens magazine in which their burgers
were declared the «Juiciest Hamburger in the Country».
“People have always loved our turkey burgers,” says Monique who sold them alongside their beef burgers when they began a t lo ca l f a r me r s m a rke t s . “Sometimes we’d run out of our traditional beef burgers and customers would try the turkey. When they tried it, they loved it, and they all came back asking
for the turkey burgers over and over again.”
“Our turkey burgers taste so good and are so juicy when you bite into them,” adds Chevalo. “We marinate the turkey with our Gourmet Burger Marinade... no dry or tasteless turkey burgers here.” He comments on the health benefits, “Many people also love our turkey burgers because they’re about half the
calories of beef.”The couple’s Charleston
Gour met Burger products can be purchased in Kroger stores around the country, Lowe’s Home Improvement stores next to the grills, select Wal-Mar t, & Whole Foods locations, as well direct online via their website www.Charles tonGourmetBurger.com. •
Black-Owned Gourmet Burger Company Debuts New Line of Turkey Burgers
-- Perfect for People Who Don’t Eat Red Meat! --
HEALTH TIPS for men about
Prostate Cancer:The prostate is a walnut-
sized organ located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum in men. It produces fluid that makes up a part of semen. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra (the tube that carries urine and semen through the penis and out of the body).
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer among American men. Prostate cancers usually grow slowly. Most men with prostate cancer are older than 65 years and do not die from the disease. Finding and treating prostate cancer before symptoms occur may not improve your health or help you live longer. Learn more and talk to your doctor before you decide to get screened or treated for prostate cancer.
SymptomsMen ca n have d i f fe rent
s y m p t o m s f o r p r o s t a t e c a n c e r. Some me n d o no t
have symptoms at all. Some symptoms of prostate cancer are difficulty starting urination, frequent urination (especially at night), weak or interrupted flow of urine, and blood in the urine or semen.
Screening TestsTwo tests are commonly used
to screen for prostate cancer—
1. Digital rectal exam (DRE): A doctor or nurse inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum to estimate the size of the prostate and feel for lumps or other abnormalities.2. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test: Measures the level of PSA in the blood. PSA is a substance made by the prostate. The levels of PSA in the blood can be higher in men who have prostate cancer. The PSA level may also be elevated in
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By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor)
W hile there’s a t leas t a perceived growing number of Democrats who say they want to replace California Rep. Nancy Pelosi as the Democrat ic leader in the House of Representatives, South Carol ina Rep. Jim Clyburn has emerged as a favor ite among h is peers
to become the first African American to hold that position.
In an exclusive interview with the NNPA Newswire, the 25-year congressman said that, while he’s ready for the challenge, Democrats currently have much bigger fish to fry.
Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.) says that President Trump has a deep-seated hatred for people of color that manifests itself every day. In this photo, ahead of the anniversary
of the Affordable Care Act on March 23, 2012, House Democratic leaders held a press conference to highlight
the benefits of the Affordable Care Act for America’s families and small businesses.(Wikimedia Commons)
South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn
Says:
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(above) Chevalo & Monique Wilsondebriano, owners of Charleston Gourmet Burger
Company; (right) their children watching their new turkey
burgers come down the production line for the first time.
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By Cash Michaels Contributing Writer
If anyone knows the vital importance of civic engagement on an historically black college and university (HBCU) campus, it is Ms. Gwendolyn Mackel Rice, President of the Bennett College for Women National Alumni Association.
As said many times before, the very history and culture of Ben net t , a p r iva te H BCU i n G reensboro, more t han compliments Greater Diversity News’ nonpar t isan “A Call t o C o l o r s ” s t u d e n t vo t e r registration campaign on all HBCU campuses throughout North Carolina, in time for this fall’s important midterm elections.
T h a t c o m m i t m e n t t o engag ing H BCU st udent s through sororities, fraternities and other student-based campus organizations, in addition to faculty and staff, should be coveted by all schools, President Rice maintains.
“It is particularly important,” the proud Class of ’61 alumna told GDN during a recent phone interview from her home in Chicago. “I grew up in a home where in Mississippi, my father had people to sign petitions to get to vote back in the ‘50’s.”
Ms. Rice also remembers in
the early sixties when “Bennett Belles” had an institute every year where students went out and registered people to vote. And yes, Ms. Rice was there at Bennett in 1958 when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. came to campus to speak, and also there when Bennett students originally planned to do protest against segregation policies, that ultimately evolved into the historic Greensboro Four Woolworth lunch counter sit-in.
Rice makes clear that the HBCU students of her era absolutely could not take the power of their votes for granted, because their very freedom was on the line. She says, given the
current political atmosphere, the stakes are just as high.
“We’re in a point in history where …the rug is being pulled from under us, it always has been,” Ms. Rice said. “But it’s more obvious now, and more critical now that everybody get onboard, not just HBCU students, [though] we should take the lead, obviously.”
Cary, NC -- Based on her campaign platform to remain focused with 20/20 vision, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s grand chapter of delegates re-elected Deborah Catchings-Smith to a second two-year term as international president dur ing the organ izat ion’s national convention (boule) in Dallas. Catchings-Smith was installed along with seven national off icers, including First Vice President Rasheeda Liber t y, who was a lso re - elected to a second term.
During her campaign, she outl ined how the key areas of collaboration, fact-based decision making, effective p r o c e s s e s , s e c u r i t y a n d safeguards, and accountability helped her remain laser-focused on the goals outlined in the st rategic plan and achieve sign if icant result s for the organization.
“ I a m g r a t e f u l f o r t h e o v e r w h e l m i n g s u p p o r t members, aff iliates and our partners have shown me over the years,” Catchings-Smith explains. “It is a true privilege and indeed an honor to serve a n o t h e r t e r m a s t h e 2 4 t h international president. We are
gaining momentum and will continue to be intent ional, impactful and measurable in all that we do.”
Catchings-Smith has been active in the sorority since her college years at Illinois State University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a minor in f inance. Her leadership role s w i t h i n t he soror i t y spans 36 years and includes local, regional and national elected posit ions. She was born in Jackson, Miss., raised in Chicago. and resides in St. Louis with her husband of 30 years, Robert Smith.
She has more than 29 years of experience in the financial industry and is currently vice president, operational r isk management governance at Citibank. In this role, she has led countless risk assessment teams that were charged with identifying risks, creating risk management programs, and designing and implementing timely policies and procedures. She is also a seasoned and cer tif ied f inancial literacy i n s t r uc t o r who t e a che s a financial literacy curriculum to youth and adults.
About Sigma Gamma Rho:Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority,
Inc., an international collegiate and non-prof it community service organizat ion, was f o u n d e d i n 1 9 2 2 o n t h e Butler University campus in Indianapolis, Indiana. It has welcomed more than 90,000 members who have joined the organization as undergraduates and professionals. Off icial affiliate groups include Rhoer Club (young girls) and Philos (friends of the sorority). The sorority has more than 500 chapters in the United States, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Germany, South Korea and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It is the mission of the sorority to enhance the quality of life for women and their families in the U.S. and globally through community service. Programs, initiatives, and partnerships are devoted to progress in the areas of education, healthcare, p o l i t i c a l a c t i o n , a n d leadership development. It is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, and is a member of the National Pan-Hellenic Council’s “Divine Nine.” For more information, visit www. sgrho1922.org. •
Bennett College National Alumna President
Supports “A Call to Colors”A GDN Exclusive Part XVI
LEARN MORE ONLINE:Visit http://greaterdiver-sity.com/bennett-col-lege-natl-alumna-pres-supports-call-colors-gdn-exclusive-part-xvi/•
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Re-Elects
DEBORAH CATCHINGS-SMITH
to Second Term as International President
Deborah Catchings-Smith
Gwendolyn Mackel
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Chicago, IL -- BlackDoctor.org (BDO), the leading health and wellness online destination f o r A f r i c a n A m e r i c a n s , a n n o u n c e s i t s 2 018 To p Hospitals for Diversity. These hospitals represent all regions of the United States. Each hospital on this distinguished list delivers quality care at the highest level, while promoting equity and inclusion in their operations, programs, services, a nd s t a f f i ng . A mo ng t he notable hospitals on the list a re Joh ns Hopk ins , Mayo Cl in ic, Cleveland Cl in ic, K a i s e r Pe r m a n e n t e L o s Angeles Medical Center and CedarsSinai.
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list, BDO CEO Reginald Ware exclaims, “Our 30 mil l ion plus audience places a great impor tance upon cult u ral competency and sensitivity when it comes to the entire healthcare delivery system. Our users have expressed a strong desire for us to point them in the r ight direction to providers and companies who excel i n t he se a r e a s . Organizations who are working hard to see that everyone is treated fairly, regardless of race or creed, are highlighted here. This important list is our means of recognizing the best institutions, while also paying homage to those values.”
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y Commitment to the American Hospital Association’s Equity of Care Pledge
y Recognized delivery of quality healthcare services
y Inclusive and diverse clinical and administrative staff
y Persons of color and women represented at the highest levels including the board of directors and senior level executives
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y Significant investment and profile in community health programs and initiatives
BlackDoctor.org features the 2018 Top Hospitals l ist on its website and its social media platforms, reaching 30 million people. In addition, a commemorative 2018 Top Hospitals for Diversity ebook has been produced and will be distributed to over 750,000 p e o p l e n a t i o n w i d e a n d positioned on the BDO website (w w w.Black Doctor.org), for easy and quick downloads.
2018 TOP HOSPITALS FOR DIVERSITY
A Allegheny Health Network - Pittsburgh, PA Aurora Health Care - Milwaukee, WIB Baptist Hospital of Miami - Miami, FL Baylor University Medical Center - Dallas, TX Beaumont Health - Royal Oak, MI Bon Secours Health System - Baltimore, MD Brigham & Women’s Faulkner Hospital - Boston, MA
C Carolinas Healthcare System - Charlotte, NC Cedars-Sinai - Los Angeles, CA Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati, OH
D Duke University Hospital - Durham, NCE Emory University Hospital - Atlanta, GA
F Froedtert Hospital - Milwaukee, WIG George Washington University Hospital - Washington, DCH H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - Tampa, FL Henry Ford Health System - Detroit, MI Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian - Philadelphia, PA Houston Methodist Hospital - Houston, TX
Sacramento, CA -- The Cont ractors State License Board (unanimously appointed its f i rst Afr ican American Female to chair its 15-member board in California. Marlo N. Richardson is a business entrepreneur in Los Angeles and an Executive Producer in television and film. She was appointed to CSLB in 2015 by Governor Jerry Brown. Previously, she spent the last 15 years as an executive in Law, and in Law Enforcement in Los Angeles. Her resume includes executive level experience in the restaurant, retail, health care, and real estate industries.
Richardson comments, “I am excited about the opportunity to lead such a wonderful board and to help facilitate the great work that is done on a daily basis to protect consumers and ensure the safety and stability of construction in California. I am grateful to the board for their faith and trust in me.”
Ms. Richardson graduated f r o m C a l i f o r n i a S t a t e University, Dominguez Hills with a BS in Communications, and attended USC’s School of Public Policy in addition to law school. She brings a wealth of knowledge as a business owner and executive manager in both the public and private sectors.
CSLB licenses and regulates
contractors in 44 classifications t h a t c o n s t i t u t e t h e construction industry. There are approximately 300,000 cont ractors in Califor nia. CSLB was established in 1929 and falls under California’s Depar tment of Consumer A f fa i r s , a nd ma i nt a i n s a budget of approximately 66 million dollars with over 400 employees throughout the state of California. Board member appointments are made by the governor and state legislature.
Fo r m o r e d e t a i l s a b o u t Marlo Richardson, visit www.marlor icha rdson .com or follow her on Instagram (@MsMarloNicole) and Twitter (@IamMarlonNicole). •
Marlo Richardson First African American Female
to Chair California State Contractors License Board
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Chicago, IL -- BlackDoctor.org (BDO), the leading health and wellness online destination f o r A f r i c a n A m e r i c a n s , a n n o u n c e s i t s 2 018 To p Hospitals for Diversity. These hospitals represent all regions of the United States. Each hospital on this distinguished list delivers quality care at the highest level, while promoting equity and inclusion in their operations, programs, services, a nd s t a f f i ng . A mo ng t he notable hospitals on the list a re Joh ns Hopk ins , Mayo Cl in ic, Cleveland Cl in ic, K a i s e r Pe r m a n e n t e L o s Angeles Medical Center and CedarsSinai.
I n h i g h l i g h t i n g t h e significance of the top hospitals
list, BDO CEO Reginald Ware exclaims, “Our 30 mil l ion plus audience places a great impor tance upon cult u ral competency and sensitivity when it comes to the entire healthcare delivery system. Our users have expressed a strong desire for us to point them in the r ight direction to providers and companies who excel i n t he se a r e a s . Organizations who are working hard to see that everyone is treated fairly, regardless of race or creed, are highlighted here. This important list is our means of recognizing the best institutions, while also paying homage to those values.”
Among the deter min ing critical areas of assessment,
that led to this distinction by BDO experts, executives, and editors are:
y Recognition of the institution among and by other leading hospitals
y Commitment to the American Hospital Association’s Equity of Care Pledge
y Recognized delivery of quality healthcare services
y Inclusive and diverse clinical and administrative staff
y Persons of color and women represented at the highest levels including the board of directors and senior level executives
y Culturally competent medical and professional staff
y Significant investment and profile in community health programs and initiatives
BlackDoctor.org features the 2018 Top Hospitals l ist on its website and its social media platforms, reaching 30 million people. In addition, a commemorative 2018 Top Hospitals for Diversity ebook has been produced and will be distributed to over 750,000 p e o p l e n a t i o n w i d e a n d positioned on the BDO website (w w w.Black Doctor.org), for easy and quick downloads.
2018 TOP HOSPITALS FOR DIVERSITY
A Allegheny Health Network - Pittsburgh, PA Aurora Health Care - Milwaukee, WIB Baptist Hospital of Miami - Miami, FL Baylor University Medical Center - Dallas, TX Beaumont Health - Royal Oak, MI Bon Secours Health System - Baltimore, MD Brigham & Women’s Faulkner Hospital - Boston, MA
C Carolinas Healthcare System - Charlotte, NC Cedars-Sinai - Los Angeles, CA Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati, OH
D Duke University Hospital - Durham, NCE Emory University Hospital - Atlanta, GA
F Froedtert Hospital - Milwaukee, WIG George Washington University Hospital - Washington, DCH H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - Tampa, FL Henry Ford Health System - Detroit, MI Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian - Philadelphia, PA Houston Methodist Hospital - Houston, TX
Sacramento, CA -- The Cont ractors State License Board (unanimously appointed its f i rst Afr ican American Female to chair its 15-member board in California. Marlo N. Richardson is a business entrepreneur in Los Angeles and an Executive Producer in television and film. She was appointed to CSLB in 2015 by Governor Jerry Brown. Previously, she spent the last 15 years as an executive in Law, and in Law Enforcement in Los Angeles. Her resume includes executive level experience in the restaurant, retail, health care, and real estate industries.
Richardson comments, “I am excited about the opportunity to lead such a wonderful board and to help facilitate the great work that is done on a daily basis to protect consumers and ensure the safety and stability of construction in California. I am grateful to the board for their faith and trust in me.”
Ms. Richardson graduated f r o m C a l i f o r n i a S t a t e University, Dominguez Hills with a BS in Communications, and attended USC’s School of Public Policy in addition to law school. She brings a wealth of knowledge as a business owner and executive manager in both the public and private sectors.
CSLB licenses and regulates
contractors in 44 classifications t h a t c o n s t i t u t e t h e construction industry. There are approximately 300,000 cont ractors in Califor nia. CSLB was established in 1929 and falls under California’s Depar tment of Consumer A f fa i r s , a nd ma i nt a i n s a budget of approximately 66 million dollars with over 400 employees throughout the state of California. Board member appointments are made by the governor and state legislature.
Fo r m o r e d e t a i l s a b o u t Marlo Richardson, visit www.marlor icha rdson .com or follow her on Instagram (@MsMarloNicole) and Twitter (@IamMarlonNicole). •
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2018 TOP HOSPITALS FOR DIVERSITY
Marlo Richardson First African American Female
to Chair California State Contractors License Board
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M I N N EA POLIS / - - Scholarship America, the nat ion's largest nonprof it scholarship and education suppor t orga n i za t ion , i s accepting applications for the 2019 Scholarship America Dream Award now through Monday, Oct. 15, 2018.
I n i t s s i x t h y e a r , t h e Dream Award is Scholarship America's unique renewable s chola r sh ip p rog r a m fo r students with financial need who have overcome barriers and successfully started their college education. Awards are made to students from across the nation who are entering their second year or higher of education beyond high school; the scholarships are both renewable and increase in amount each year. In the last five years, Scholarship America has awarded over $1 million to 54 students, with scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $15,000
based on financial need.E l i g i b l e s t u d e n t s c a n
ap ply by v i s i t i ng h t t p s: //s chola r sh ipa me r ica .o rg /d reamaward.
D r . M a r t h a K a n t e r , Executive Director of the College Promise Campaign and a Senior Fellow, Steinhardt Institute for Higher Education Policy at New York University, chairs Scholarship America's D r e a m Aw a r d S e l e c t io n Com m it t e e compr i sed of r e s p e c t e d b u s i n e s s a n d educat ional leaders along with Scholarship America's President and CEO, Robert C. Ballard. The 2019 Scholarship A m e r i c a D r e a m Aw a r d recipients will be announced in February and celebrated at the May 15, 2019 Dreams to Success National Awards Dinner in Washington, D.C.
"I am so grateful to be a 2018 Dream Award scholar. I never thought I'd be able to
reach my dreams," says Jamisen M o o r e , w h o i s s t u d y i n g biological anthropology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. "To know someone outside of my family believes in me…means more than the universe to me. I won't let you down!"
" I a m v e r y p r o u d a n d appreciat ive to have been selected to receive a Scholarship A me r ica D rea m Awa rd ," wrote Jacoby Barry, also a 2018 Dream Award recipient studying computer engineering major at Mercer University. "Thank you for investing in my dream, education and future."
Fundraising to suppor t Scholarship America's Dream Award was spurred by an initial donation of $350,000 f rom Katie Couric in 2011. More information can be found on https://scholarshipamerica.org/dreamaward. •
“Get educated on the issues – particularly on the six proposed constitutional amendments – and vote” is state Senator Erica D. Smith’s guidance to not just African-American voters, but all voters for this November’s crucial midterm elections.
Senator Smith, a two-term Democrat representing Bertie, C h ow a n a n d E d g e c o m b e counties, is also Chair of the NC Legislative Black Caucus. She made clear during her phone interview with GDN that she opposes Republican legislative efforts to reestablish voter photo ID laws through a constitutional referendum on the ballot this fall.
The only way to defeat that and the other five proposed amendments, Senator Smith says, is for black and other voters to show up at the polls.
“Despite how the amendments are worded on the ballot, look behind the wording and between the lines for what is not being said, because this will have a ve r y n e g a t i ve i m p a c t o n representation of all communities in North Carolina.”
A f t e r G D N s p o k e w i t h Senator Smith, news broke that Republican legislative leaders were planning to call yet another Special Session for the sole purpose of writing the ballot language for the six amendments. By law, the State Attorney General and the NC Secretary of State, along with a legislative officer, are tasked with wr it ing the language which will go before voters in November. But because both
the Attorney General and the Secretary of State are currently both Democrats, Republicans suspect they will find a way to word the amendments contrary to the GOP’s wishes.
They want to reconvene by August 6th in order to head off any actions by that Democrat-led com m it t ee. Gover nor Cooper, Senate Mi nor i t y Leader Dan Blue (D-Wake) and other top state Democrats have denounced the plan.
Se n a t o r Sm i t h s ays t he constitutional amendments, and the GOP lawmakers’ hostility towards Governor Cooper and past Democratic Governors, are prime examples of Republican “pettiness at an all-time high, but this is what happens when you have this hyper-partisanship [with] these supermajorities.”
“So now, more than ever before, we must break this supermajor ity, and create more balance in our legislative process,” she said.
Senator Smith, a 1994 alumna of NC A&T State University and member of Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Inc., is in full support of students on campuses of historically-black colleges and universities registering to vote for this fall’s midterm elections, and indeed, casting their ballots, a’la Greater Diversity News’ nonpartisan “A Call to Colors” campaign.
“Oh absolutely,” she said. “We know that by 2020, the millennials will be the largest voting bloc, and I certainly have a passion for them. HBCU students should be fired up like never before. They led us in the 1960s with the sit-ins, and all of the boycotts to advance voting rights and equal opportunity.”
Saying that she was calling on all students on HBCU campuses to come together and register to vote “…in record numbers,” Senator Smith continued, “ I so too am at the power of this group to make sure that we can really make America great again, and great for the right reasons.”
“ We c a n t u r n t h i s s h ip around,” Smith declared. “Just as we saved A mer ica , and took the moral high road to establish more equal rights and opportunity in the ‘60’s through the civil rights movement, this is the modern-day civil rights movement, and it’s going to be led by these students, as it was in the past.”
Senator Smith added that millennials “…are tired of put t ing up with what our generation has accepted for far too long.”
Leaders who endorse “A Call to Colors” act ion plan recommend subscr ibing to G reate r Dive r si t y News’ regular Civic Engagement Project eNews for free, at www.greaterdiversity.com . •
Senator Smith Urges BlackVoters to Get Engaged
Thank you for investing in my dream, education and future.” Jacoby Barry, 2018 Dream Award recipient and computer engineering major.
I Indiana University Health - Indianapolis, IN
J Johns Hopkins Hospital - Baltimore, MDK KentuckyOne Health - Louisville, KY Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center - Los Angeles, CA
M Massachusetts General Hospital - Boston, MA Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville, FL Medstar Georgetown University Hospital - Washington, DC Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center - Houston, TX Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - New York, NY Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare - Memphis, TN Montefiore Medical Center - Bronx, NY Mount Sinai Hospital - New York, NY
N Nationwide Children’s Hospital - Columbus, OH New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia and Cornell - New York, NY Northwestern Memorial Hospital - Chicago, IL NYU Langone Medical Center - New York, NY
O Ochsner Health System - New Orleans, LA
P Piedmont Atlanta Hospital - Atlanta, GA
R Regional One Health - Memphis, TN Rush University Medical Center - Chicago, IL
S St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - Memphis, TN SUNY Downstate Medical Ctr. - Brooklyn, NY
T The Cleveland Clinic - Cleveland, OH The Mayo Clinic - Rochester, MN Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital - Philadelphia, PA Trinity Health - Livonia, MI
U UC Davis Health System - Sacramento, CA UCLA Medical Center - Los Angeles, CA UCSF Medical Center - San Francisco, CA University Hospitals of Cleveland - Cleveland, OH University of Chicago Medical Center - Chicago, IL University of Maryland Medical System - Baltimore, MD
University of Miami Hospital - Miami, FL University of Michigan Health System - Ann Arbor, MI University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Pittsburgh, PA University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center - Dallas, TX University of Virginia Health System - Charlottesville, VA UT MD Anderson Cancer Center - Houston, TX
V Vanderbilt Medical Center - Nashville, TN
W Wexner Medical Center - Columbus, OH
Y Yale-New Haven Hospital - New Haven, CT
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e l e c t i o n i s h o w h a v i n g excellent trial attorneys and appellate advocates isn’t getting us where we need to be if we have courts that are not willing to be fair and impartial,” she told GDN in a phone interview recently.
“And so, it was more a matter that I felt the need to move into this new role because of the threats to the impartiality to our courts and this experience of, particularly in the redistricting cases, seeing the cour t not willing to apply the law fairly, Earls continued.”
“I never expected to be a candidate. I’m not a typical candidate. I don’t come from a wealthy background. It’s a chal lenge to be a f u l l- t ime candidate and not have much income for a year, but I just really felt like our system was at risk and that state courts really matter a lot.”
And make no mistake, the dramatic change in Washington af ter the 2016 president ial e le c t ion , a nd t he fa c t t he President Trump will ultimately have had at least two vacancies on the US Supreme Court to fill before his term is up, played a key role in her “…hard decision to run.”
“…[I]n some environments, the federal courts can be the most receptive to civil rights claims, [but] we also have really important protections in our state Constitution… important rights of everyone being protected that needed to be vindicated, she said.”
Earls also served on the North Carolina Board of Elections. She has taught at Duke University, U NC-Chapel Hil l and the University of Maryland.
According to Earls’ campaign bio, “…She lit igated Nor th Carol ina’s land mark case against racial gerrymandering in legislative districts, Covington v. N.C., she was lead counsel for the League of Women Voters in the trial recently against the partisan gerrymandering of North Carolina’s congressional districts, and led the challenge in state court to uphold the right to vote in North Carolina’s constitution even for people without a photo ID.”
“Anita has spent her life fighting for the rights of African-A me r ica n s a c r o s s Nor t h Carolina, beating back racial gerrymanders and racist voter ID laws to ensure that every North Carolinian – regardless of color or background – has equal rights and opportunity,” said Linda Wilkins-Daniels, President of the African-American Caucus of
the North Carolina Democratic Party. “I am proud to support her candidacy for the North Carolina Supreme Court and look forward to her continuing to fight for equality and justice across our state.”
Attorney Earls also faces another Republican candidate for the state High Court seat currently occupied by Associate Justice Barbara Jackson, but there has been controversy because that third candidate, Republican Chr is Anglin, changed his registration from Democrat to Republican right before filing.
State Republicans cried foul, even though GOP lawmaker passed a measure ensur ing that Earls name would be last on the ballot in November, and Jackson’s name first.
“I think the General Assembly has been playing games with the name order on the ballot, however I don’t think that’s going to get them what they need,” Earls told GDN. “I do think it’s going to be so important for voters to be informed about the candidates.”
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other conditions that affect the prostate.
Should You Get Screened?
C D C a n d o t h e r fe d e r a l a g e n c i e s f o l l o w t h e prostate cancer screening
recommendations set forth by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, which currently recommends against prostate specific antigen (PSA)-based screening for men who do not have symptoms. Other organizations may have other recommendations.
A PSA test can find prostate cancer earlier than no screening
at all. However, the PSA test may have false positive or false negative results. This can mean that men without cancer may have abnormal results and get tests that are not necessary. It could also mean that the test could miss cancer in men who may need to be treated. Talk to your doctor about the right decision for you. •
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continuously at the maximum-tolerated dose (MTD) until the tumor progresses.
The study shows that, by viewing cancer therapy as a game between the t reating physician and the cancer cells, continuous administration of the same drug or drugs at MTD fails to exploit critical advantages possessed by the physician. Instead, the authors encourage oncologists to develop flexible strategic treatment plans. By exploiting his/her knowledge of the cancer’s evolutionary dynamics, the oncologist can continuously adjust drugs and doses to delay or prevent cancer progression caused by the evolution of resistance. With each adjustment, the oncologist updates information on the cancer’s response.
The Moffitt research team, led by Rober t A. Gatenby, M.D., used mathemat ica l modeling to investigate cancer treatment as a game played by the physician and cancer cells. In their study, the researchers demonstrate that the physician has two big advantages over his/her tumor opponents. First, the physician is rational while the cancer cells are not. This means that the physician, by understanding the principles of evolution, can plan ahead and a nt ic ipa t e t he t u mor cells’ response. Cancers, like all evolving organisms, can never anticipate the future and
because of this are particularly v u l ne rable to cha nges i n treatment by the physician. In addition, the physician has the advantage of always “playing” first – the cancer cells cannot begin to evolve resistance until the physician administers a therapy. This sequence of moves means that cancer treatment has a distinctive game theoretic form termed a “leader-follower” or “Stackelberg” game. Von Stackelberg was a German mathematician who extensively investigated the game dynamics in the mid-20th century. His work and that of several other game theorists have demonstrated that the leader in a Stackelberg gains a substantial advantage by using the first move to limit subsequent tumor responses. Furthermore, the leader can use fore-knowledge of the cancer to anticipate and steer its evolution and vulnerabilities.
“Current t reatments for
metastatic cancers, by giving the same drug repeatedly at the maximum tolerated dose, can inadvertently increase the speed with which cancer cel ls can evolve ef fect ive counter measures and then regrow,” said Gatenby, co-Director of Moffitt’s Center of Excellence in Evolutionary Therapy. “Today, therapy is usually changed only when the tumor progresses. By using this st rategy the physician cedes control to the cancer. Although standard practice for decades, administering drugs at maximum-tolerated dose until progression is rarely the optimal game theoretic strategy for metastatic cancers.”
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is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in U.S. men, behind lung cancer. One in 9 men will be diagnosed with the disease in his lifetime and 1 in 41 will die from prostate cancer.
PSA: A Helpful but Imperfect Test
In 1994, the Food and Drug Administration approved the use of the PSA blood test, in addition to a digital rectal exam, to screen for prostate cancer. The PSA test measures a protein in the bloodstream called prostate-specific antigen that is produced by cells in the prostate gland. Certain conditions of the prostate, including an enlarged prostate, p r o s t a t e i n f l a m m a t i o n , infection or prostate cancer can all cause an increase in PSA.
As such, PSA is a prostate-specific test but not necessarily a cance r- speci f ic t e s t . I n other words, an elevated PSA does not always indicate the presence of cancer, yet may trigger the need for a prostate biopsy and expose a patient to the potential risks of pain, infection and bleeding only to find that no cancer exists.
Despite this, PSA testing has been invaluable in allowing physicians to detect prostate c a n c e r a t a n e a r l i e r a n d more treatable stage. If PSA testing were abandoned, as recommended by the USPSTF in 2012, physicians would have to rely solely upon physical examination alone for cancer detection, which would risk detecting the disease too late. This, we feared, would translate into cancers that may already have spread beyond the prostate gland where treatments are far less effective.
To Treat or Not to Treat: A Troubling, Complex Disease
Prostate cancer is a complex d i s e a s e , n o t o n l y f r o m a d iag nosis , but a lso f rom a treatment standpoint. As with many cancers, early detection can be life-saving. But not all prostate cancers are lethal; some grow slowly and will never threaten a man’s life or even health. Determining which cancers are dangerous and therefore require treatment has been a great challenge.
Prior to 2012, widespread PSA screening increased the detection of potentially aggressive prostate cancers, but it also led to the overdiagnosis of slow-growing, nonlethal cancers. Treatment of these le s s ag g r e s s ive ca nce r s , although curative, left men with unwanted side effects of
treatment, such as erectile and urinary difficulties. Therefore, finding the right group of men who benefit the most from
prostate cancer screening and treatment based on age, risk factors and life expectancy is at the root of this controversy. •
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relative may be at higher risk and therefore may need more aggressive screening. National Cancer Institute
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The best diet to follow for good health probably won’t surprise you: low in fat and calories; rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; and focused on “real” foods rather than processed ones. To promote prostate health we’ve compiled a list of recipes using many of the ingredients known to be beneficial for prostate health. These include not only foods with lycopene, a known prostate cancer-fighting compound, but also soy products, healthy oils, cruciferous vegetables, and foods rich in omega-3s all of which have been found to be extremely beneficial to prostate health. Increase your odds for good health and stock your pantry with tomatoes, kale, broccoli, cabbage, asparagus, watermelon, tofu, olive oil, walnuts, and fish! These easy recipes will help you get started.
Eat Your Way to A Healthy Prostate!
Chicken Sausage & Kale Pizza
In this recipe Sausage & Kale Pizza recipes we use chicken sausage instead of pepperoni, and deliver a nutrition bonus with the addition of kale. You can find raw pizza dough in many markets to put your toppings on, just roll it out yourself. Split the dough into individual 6 to 8-inch rounds so everyone can make their own personalized pizzas and have a pizza party.
Ingredients1 tablespoon olive oil3 chicken or turkey sausages,
casings removed1 tablespoon panko or cornmealWhole wheat pizza dough, or refrigerated or frozen pizza crust (see Ann’s Tips)½ cup Quick Tomato Sauce¾ cup mozzarella cheese,
grated¾ cup packed kale leaves,
washed, patted dry, and torn into pieces
½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper to taste 1. Preheat the oven to 500
degrees. Put 2 baking trays into the oven, or pizza stone if you have one.
2. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil. Once it’s hot cook
the sausages until cooked through and starting to brown. Pour onto a plate lined with a paper towel.
3. Split the dough into 4 equal balls if making personal pizzas. Sprinkle panko or cornmeal onto a large sheet of parchment paper. Roll out the dough onto the parchment paper; press out dough into a 12×8-inch rectangle or to fit your pizza stone. Split into two balls if necessary.
4. Spread the Quick Tomato Sauce evenly onto the dough and sprinkle with cheese. Top with kale, sausage, and grape tomatoes, cut sides up. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
5. Using the parchment paper, slip the pizza onto the heated baking trays or pizza stone. Bake in the oven on
super-simple nutritious sauce to toss with al dente whole-wheat pasta or to stir into rice as a condiment. Either way it’s delicious.
Ingredients1½ cups broccoli florets8 ounces whole wheat fusilli
pasta (2-ounces per person)1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced, to taste1 teaspoon salt⅓ cup olive oil¼ cup toasted walnuts
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 stem basil leaves 1. Bring salted water to boil in
a pot. Add the broccoli and boil for 5 minutes. Drain and run under cold water.
2. In the same pot, br ing another batch of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve ¼ cup of cooking liquid.
3. In a food processor, process
the salt, garlic, and olive oil until the garlic is evenly chopped. Add the drained broccoli, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, and basil. Process until well blended with some texture remaining. Taste for seasoning.
4. Cover and refrigerate pesto if not using immediately. Toss the pesto with the drained pasta, adding some cooking liquid if the pesto is too thick. Serve warm or at room temperature. •
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the lowest rack for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
6. Using the parchment paper, slip the pizza onto a cutting board and cut into slices. Drizzle with olive oil if desired. Serve with a simple green salad.
Ann’s Tips and TricksPre-rolled and par-baked
crusts from your local market make for a quick pizza fix when you are in a hurry, even whole wheat pita breads do the job. Or you can buy raw pizza dough from your favorite pizzeria or bakery to roll out yourself. Just ask them for it. You don’t need a pizza stone or anything fancy for the baking, just a couple of large cookie sheets.
Pizza toppings are good on many things, from flat bread to bagels. Some people use to make delicious ‘pizza’ using Middle Eastern lavash f lat bread that is found in most supermarkets. If you can’t find either pizza dough or commercial pizza crusts, be bold and experiment with an easily found f lat bread like pita– it will still taste great!
Broccoli Pesto
Pesto isn’t always about pine nuts and basil, it can be about other members of the vegetable kingdom too, as here. Broccoli is pureed with garlic, parmesan, fresh basil, and toasted walnuts to make a Broccoli Pesto
Chicken Sausage & Kale Pizza
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Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. An Equal Employment Opportunity Contractor, Will Consider All Quotes Regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, or National Origin and is Soliciting Bids for M/WBE/DBE Participation for the Following Project: Project Name: Re-Bid for High Point (Guilford County) Cedrow Drive Improvements;Bid # 07-082418, Contract # 2018-006 Bid Date & Time: Wednesday, August 24, 2018 @ 2:00 PM Please provide your proposal by: August 23, 2018 Phone: 336-368-4047 Fax: 336-368-4613 Or email to [email protected]; [email protected] We are soliciting subcontract bids for the following trades: Materials, Pipe Work, Traffic Control Signs, Surveying, Seeding, Mulching, Clearing & Grubbing, Erosion Control, Excavation, Subsurface Exploration, Masonry Drainage Structure, Temporary Sediment Trap, Temporary Diversion Berm, Stone along with any other incidental items necessary for Construction to complete this project. The Work to be performed under these Contract Documents for the Cedrow Drive Improvements project includes, but is not limited to, the following:
This contract consists of providing personnel, equipment and materials to install approximately 257 linear feet of 15 inch reinforced concrete storm pipe, 367 linear feet of 18 inch reinforced concrete storm pipe, 519 linear feet of 24 inch reinforced concrete storm pipe, 8 drainage structures, clearing and grubbing approximately 4.5 acres, constructing a sediment basin, installing erosion control and other various items associated with the contract plans and specifications. This work is being done for the City of High Point’s Community Development and Housing Department to accommodate a future subdivision. Timely completion of this project is critical to the success of this project. Please contact Daniel Lynch (Vice President of Engineering) at [email protected] for a link to the project documents (336-368-4047) Additionally, project documents are available for viewing at our office located at 307 S. Academy St., Pilot Mountain, NC 27041 and also The Contract Documents may be examined and/or ordered at Duncan-Parnell @ http://www.dpibidroom.com located at 4275 Regency Road, Suite 100; Greensboro, NC (336-855-1211) or City of High Point (Owner) @ 211 S. Hamilton St.; High Point, NC (336-883-3222).
Or email [email protected] with any questions regarding this project.
Contract Documents, including Drawings & Technical Specifications, are on file and may be reviewed at the following locations as well: McGraw Hill/Dodge Plan Room @ 4300 Beltway Place; Arlington, TX 76018 and also at Hispanic Contractors Association/Construct Connect/ The Rockwood Exchange @ 3825 Edwards Road, Suite 800 Cincinnati, OH 45209 (www.constructconnect.com). JRL is willing to review any responsible quo te and wi l l nego t i a t e t e rms , i f appropriate. We will notify your firm if your bid is accepted for this project. Please contact me if you have not heard from JRL by 8-22-18 and I will inform you of the status of your bid. If you need assistance with obtaining bonding, loan capital, lines of credit, insurance or joint pay agreements, please see JRL terms below or contact us and we will review your needs and direct you to available agencies for assistance. Bonding:It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy NOT to require M/WBE subcontractors to provide bonding to Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. for their portion of the work. All M/WBE subcontractors will be allowed to work under Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. Performance & Payment Bonds to the Owner. Financial Assistance:Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide Joint Check Agreements to all M/WBE subcontractors. Please request a Joint Check agreement in writing if needed and Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will work with you and the material vendor to develop a Joint Check Agreement to satisfy all parties. Quick Payments:It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy to provide Quick Payments if needed to all M/WBE subcontractors. Jimmy R Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide payment to all M/WBE subcontractors on a weekly and/ or monthly
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Baker Mechanical, Inc. Seeking Minority Prices for work relating to HVAC.
Contact: John WilliamsP.O. Box 2284Wilson, NC 27894-2284Telephone: (252) 291-4460Fx No.: (252) 291-7204
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OWASA is soliciting Applications for Bidder Prequalification for the purpose of obtaining a qualified contractor for a gravity sewer rehabilitation project. A complete copy of the RFQ may be obtained by request by emailing Allison Reinert at [email protected]. Complete prequalification packages must be delivered to Allison Reinert, Utilities Engineer, at OWASA, 400 Jones Ferry Road, Carrboro, NC 27510 no later than 2 PM on September 11, 2018. No applications will be accepted after the deadline.
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Yates Construction Co. Inc. is seeking certified DBE quotations on the following project:
Project: City of Greensboro – Contract 2009-056Murrow Boulevard Roadway Improvements and Downtown Greenway Phase 2
Bid Date: August 30, 2018 @ 3:00 PM
Items of work include: Suppliers, Project Sign, Removal of Asphalt & Concrete Pavement, Class A Concrete Retaining Walls, Class AA Concrete Bridge, Reinforcing Steel (Bridge & Retaining Walls), Aggregate Base Course, Milling, Paving, Stamped and Painted Asphalt, Masonry Drainage Structure, Modified Curb & Gutter, Concrete Curb & Gutter, Island Cover, Transitional Section, Median, Barrier, Parking Curb, Sidewalk, Driveways, Ramps, Greenway Trail, Bus Stop Pad, Pads, Steps and Pavers , Handrai ls , Safety Fence with Handrails, Stairs, Stone Veneer, Bridge Pedestrian Rail, Off-Bridge Pedestrian Rail, Guardrail, Signs, Thermoplastic Pavement Marking, Removal of Pavement Marking, Temp. Mulching, Temp. Seeding, Lawn Areas, Seeding, Plants, Selective Tree Removal, Trucking, Chain Link Fence, Retaining Walls, Cobble Splash Pad, Filter Fabric, Silt Fence, Matting, Greenway Curb, Top Soil, Triple Shredded Hardwood Mulch, Vehicle & Pedestrian Signal Head, Paved & Unpaved Trenching, Directional Drill, Wood Pole, Mast Arm w/Metal Pole and Metal Pole w/Single Mast Arm, Communications Cable, Sign for Signals, Signal Cabinet, Traffic Signal Removal, WZ Signing and Trucking.
** Quotes must be submitted to our office no later than 4 hours before bid to be considered. Please fax bids to 336-
548-1903 Attn: Leslie Gaines **
Interested parties may contact Leslie Gaines at (336) 548-9621 or [email protected] for further information. Plans and specifications can be reviewed at our office located at 9220 NC Hwy 65 in Stokesdale. Yates Construction Company, Inc., has several policies aimed to assist and encourage DBE firms to participate. These policies include, but are not limited to, a Quick Pay Agreement and Bonding Assistance.
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JRL encourages 2nd tier MBE/WBE/DBE Subcontracting opportunities. We encourage our subcontractors to utilize 2 n d a n d 3 r d t i e r M B E / W B E / D B E Subcontractors.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA
COPIER & PRINTER SERVICES AUTHORITY-WIDE
Sealed proposals will be accepted at the Housing Authority of the City of Wilmington North Carolina (WHA Central Office), until date and time noted below. Proposals will be opened at the Central Office, 1524 South 16th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
y Proposal Deadline: Monday, September 17, 2018 at 12:00 noon.
y Download packets: www.wha.net beginning Monday, August 20, 2018 and can be picked up at the address mentioned above between the hours of 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
y Questions: E-mail to Ms. Chauntrell Burns, [email protected] no later than 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 10th.
The WHA does not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, national origin, religion, or disability in its employment opportunities, programs, services, or activities.
WHA reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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State Utility Contractors, Inc. solicits subcontract proposals for the following work: Erosion Control, Asphalt Paving Repairs, Seeding & Mulching, Material Hauling, Directional Drill and Clearing for the Waterline HDD Interconnects in Onslow Co., NC. The bid date for this project is August 29, 2018. Minority businesses are encouraged to submit proposals for this work. If additional information is needed, please contact Justin Collins at (704) 289-6400. EOE M/F
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DBE/MBE/WBE SUBCONTRACTORS
Smith-Rowe, LLC will be bidding the following project September 6, 2018 at the North Carolina Department of Transportation Division 7 letting:
Contract ID DG00429 County GuilfordDescriptionBridge # 106 On SR 2128 (Bunch Road) Over Reedy Fork Creek Grading, Paving, Drainage & Structure
We are interested in receiving your quotations on this project for any work for which your company is qualified and especially for the following types of work: Hauling, Grading & Drainage, Asphalt, Shoulder Berm Gutter, Guardrail, Work Zone Signs, Thermoplastic Pavement Marking Lines, Temporary Silt Fence, Seeding & Mulching, Erosion Control, Two Bar Metal Rail, and Concrete Parapet.
A pre-bid conference will be held in our office on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 10:00AM to discuss the proposed project. Please call 336/789/8221 if you plan to attend the pre-bid conference or if you would like to schedule another time for a pre-bid conference. You may call in your quotes to our Mount Airy office at 336/789-8221, fax 336/789-6807, or email Frank Fulp at [email protected] .
“The North Carolina Department of Transportation, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. In accordance with other related nondiscrimination authorities, bidders and contractors will also not be discriminated against on the grounds of sex, age, disability, low-income level, creed/religion, or limited English proficiency in consideration for an award.”
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINADEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
RALEIGH, N.C.
The Deadline for submitting Electronic Bids on the following projects as well as the public reading will be September 18, 2018 at 2:00 pm. The public reading will be held in Contract Standards and Development Unit Conference Room (Room 156 A/B), Building B, North Carolina Department of Transportation, Century Center Complex, 1020 Birch Ridge Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610. Please enter door B-2.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
(C204107) CUMBERLAND; (C204254) BRUNSWICK; (C204243) DARE; (C204108) JOHNSTON; (C204149) HALIFAX; (C204240) FRANKLIN; (C204250) WAKE; (C204111) ALAMANCE; (C204226) MECKLENBURG, CABARRUS; (C204252) MECKLENBURG; (C204146) MECKLENBURG; (C204130) MACON
A bid bond or bid deposit in the amount of 5% of the bid will be required.
T h e s e c o n t r a c t s a r e s u b j e c t t o a l l appropriate Federal Laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Plans, proposal forms, and specifications may be obtained at the Raleigh Office of the Department of Transportation, Telephone # 919-707-6925
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONMR. MIKE HOLDER, PECHIEF ENGINEER
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Sealed proposals will be received until 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 in the offices of the NC Global Transpark Authority; 3800 NC Highway 58 North; Kinston, NC 28504, at which time and place bids will be opened and read for the construction of:
NCDOT GTP Terminal Building Roof Replacement
STATE ID# 18-18657-01A
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting; Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 at 10:00 am in the offices of the NC Global Transpark Authority; 3800 NC Highway 58 North; Kinston, NC 28504. The pre-bid meeting is MANDATORY, and failure to attend will result in the rejection of a submitted bid.
Complete plans and specifications for this project can be obtained at MHAworks, 409 Evans Street, Suite C. Greenville, NC 27858, during normal office hours. Plans are also available in the plan room of ConstructConnect.
Plan Deposit: $100.00 per set.
The NC Department of Transportation and Global Transpark Authority encourages par t ic ipat ion by MWBE f i rms and supports UNC system’s policy of ensuring and promoting opportunities for minority businesses.
The Owner reserves the unqualified right to reject any and all proposals.
Signed: Mr. David VarelProject Manager & Mechanical EngineerFacilities Management UnitNC Department of TransportationRaleigh, NC
INVITATION TO BIDMWBE/DBE SUBCONTRACTORS
Bar Construction Co., Inc. is soliciting quotations for the following: City of Greensboro - Soabar Street Police Renovations. Bids are due at 2:00 pm on 09/18/18. Interested subcontractors should contact Bruce
Guarini at 611-A Industrial Ave, Greensboro, NC 27406, (336) 274-2477,
or [email protected] .
INVITATION TO BIDMWBE/DBE SUBCONTRACTORS
Bar Construction Co., Inc. is soliciting quotations for the following: NC A&T State University - Dowdy
Administration Building - AHU, VAV/DDVAV and Controls Upgrade - Phase I. Bids are due at 1:00 pm on 09/04/18. Interested subcontractors should contact Bruce Guarini at 611-A Industrial Ave,
Greensboro, NC 27406, (336) 274-2477, or [email protected] .
NOTICE TO SUBCONTRACTORADVERTISEMENT TO BID
FOR THERALEIGH-DURHAM
AIRPORT AUTHORITYPARKING GARAGE NEAR-
TERM REPAIRS
Balfour Beatty Construction has been selected as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) for the project and will receive bids from and contract with the principal contractors for the execution of the work.
Sealed proposals from Pre-Qualified Bidders will be received by Balfour Beatty Construction for the Parking Garage Near Term Repairs project on the following dates and times:
September 11, 2018 at 2:00 PMBP 1 – Escalators and Moving WalkwaysBP 2 – Traction ElevatorsBP 3 – Hydraulic Elevators BP 4 – Combination – Traction and Hydraulic ElevatorsBP 5 – Combination – Escalators, Moving Wa l k w a y s , Tr a c t i o n a n d
Hydraulic Elevators
Bids will be received and opened publicly at RDU Airport Authority Building, 1000 Trade Drive, RDU Airport, NC 27623 in Room 100.
PREBID Conference, MWBE Workshop, and Site Tour will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 1:30PM at RDU T2 Conference Room 3410.
The deadline for receipt of questions is 5:00 PM on Friday, August 31, 2018.
All bidders must be prequalified by Balfour Beatty in accordance with the Airport Authority’s “Prequalification of Bidders for Construction or Repair Projects Policy.” The deadline for prequalification package submittals is two weeks prior to the bid date at 5:00 PM. A current listing of all prequalified bidders in each bid package and instructions for prequalification can be publicly obtained at https://bbcus.egnyte.com/fl/gMETf9AqIi and at www.rdu.com. The Construction Manager and Owner reserve the right to add pre-qualified bidders.
Bid Documents and Manual will be available Tuesday, August 14, 2018 through the following links: https://bbcus.egnyte.com/fl/gMETf9AqIi and www.rdu.com . You may also contact Lauren McCauley, [email protected] | office: 919-233-5001 for egnyte.com site access of complete plans, specifications, and contract documents. Hardcopies of full or partial sets of documents can be purchased directly from Duncan Parnell by contacting Customer Service at (919) 833-4677.
Bid documents will also be available for review at Balfour Beatty Construction located at 406 S McDowell St, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27601.
All Bidders are strongly encouraged to include opportunities for Minority Business participation wherever possible in their respective bid submission. Minority Business is a part of this contract and must comply with the State of North Carolina General Statutes and NCDOT requirements. The goal for this project is 10% for Minority Business (MBE) and 5% for Women Business (WBE).
The Construction Manager and Owner reserve the r ight to reject any or al l proposals. Should you require additional direction, please contact Balfour Beatty Cons t ruc t ion , Lauren McCauley | [email protected] | office: 919-233-5001.
Subcontractor Opportunity SessionBalfour Beatty Construction is sponsoring a MWBE Outreach/Information Sessions to discuss construction of the Terminal 2 Checkpoint Expansion Project. This event will be held during the Pre-Bid Meeting on August 22, 2018. Balfour Beatty highly recommends that all interested 1st tier (majority and/or minority) subcontractors and lower tier subcontractors participate in this meeting as a subcontractor attendance will be considered towards “MWBE Good Faith Efforts.”
For MWBE inquiries contact:Calvin Stevens - cstevens@balfourbeatty us.com or Karl Davis – kdavis@rightbuild int.com
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Sealed proposals from contractors will be opened on Aug 30, 2018 @ 2:00 pm for the Wake County Public School System Fire Alarm Replacement Project at SE Raleigh Magnet HS. Additional information required to respond to this request for bids is available on our website at: http://www.wcpss.net/Page/250 . Minority and women-owned businesses are encouraged to participate. The Wake County Public School System reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
August 23, 2018 - August 29, 2018
from the date of the opening. Award of this contract is subject to approval by the Board of Commissioners of the Durham Housing Authority of the City of Durham. The Authority reserves the right to waive informalities and to reject any and all bids.
***Minority and Women Business Enterprises are Highly
Encouraged to Apply ***
INVITATION TO BIDMWBE/DBE SUBCONTRACTORS
Bar Construction Co., Inc. is soliciting quotations for the following: NC State University - Dabney Hall HVAC Upgrade Phase 2. Bids are
due at 3:00 pm on 09/13/18. Interested subcontractors should contact Bruce
Guarini at 611-A Industrial Ave, Greensboro, NC 27406, (336) 274-2477,
or [email protected] .
INVITATION TO BIDMWBE/DBE SUBCONTRACTORS
Bar Construction Co., Inc. is soliciting quotations for the following: Forsyth County Law Enforcement
Detention Center Cell Floor Coating Replacement Project. Bids are due at 2:00 pm on 09/11/18. Interested
subcontractors should contact Bruce Guarini at 611-A Industrial Ave, Greensboro, NC
27406, (336) 274-2477, or [email protected] .
BID REQUEST
BARNHILL CONTRACTING COMPANY
ATTENTION MBES & WBES
Barnhill Contracting Company is requesting bids from any interested firms for the following projects: NCDOT Contract: #DA00430 Bertie & Northampton Counties, and #DA00435 Camden, Gates, Hertford, Northampton, and Washington Counties. Pre-Bid Meeting is on Friday, August 24th, 2018 at 10:00 AM in our Elizabeth City Office at 1304 US 17 South, Elizabeth City, NC. These projects bid on August 29th, 2018 and include opportunities on, but not limited to hauling, milling, miscellaneous concrete work, traffic control, work zone signage, erosion control, and utility adjustments. Bids are due to James Spivey no later than 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday August 28th, 2018.
Plans can be viewed in our office at the address listed above or on the NCDOT website: http://www.ncdot.gov/doh/operations/division1/BidRequests.html.
Attn: James Spivey at (252) 335-9503.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
ATTENTION: DBES
Barnhill Contracting Company will be bidding on NCDOT Projects WBS 2019CPT.04.11.20331 (DD00273), WBS 2019CPT.04.12.10421 (DD00274), Edgecombe and Halifax Counties, NC on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. This project includes opportunities on, but is not limited to milling, asphalt haul, miscellaneous concrete, signs, pavement markings and signals.
Barnhill Contracting Company will have a Pre-Bid Meeting on Friday, August 31, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at our Rocky Mount, N.C. office. Complete plans and specifications and contract documents will be open for inspection by appointment at our Rocky Mount, NC office, NCDOT Website @ https://connect.ncdot.gov/ letting/Pages/Letting-Details.aspx?let_type=2&let_date=2018-09-11 or NCDOT Division 4 Office, 509 Ward Blvd, Wilson, NC 27895.
If you have any interest in this project, we would appreciate your quote on the items that you may be interested in performing no later than 12:00 Noon on Monday, September 10, 2018. We will accept quotes on any portion of this project, large or small. Please contact Jeremy Whitehurst in our Rocky Mount office at (252) 823-1021, FAX (252) 977-7512 at any time (collect calls will be accepted). We would appreciate hearing from you at your earliest convenience.
All firms or persons interested in bidding on any portion of this project or supplying materials for any portion of this project, please contact us.
Attn: Mr. Scott G. Fisher
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING/ARCHITECTURALSERVICE
BUILDING REPAIR PROJECTRFQ # 3044 – RE-BID
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONThe City of Rocky Mount is requesting statements of qual if icat ions from professional engineering firms licensed in the State of North Carolina to provide engineering/architectural services. Specifically, a city owned facility was damaged during an auto accident. The facility will require a structural evaluation and they city is seeking qualified firms to design a repair plan.
The purpose of this RFQ is to select the firm determined to be best able to provide the required Professional Engineering/Architectural services based on the criteria specified herein and to generally set forth the terms and conditions whereby the City of Rocky Mount will contract with the selected firm.
The contracted services may include but are not limited to building development of specifications for repair and construction/bid administration services.
Request for Qualif ications (RFQ) documents detailing the project and submittal requirements may be obtained from the City or Rocky Mount website at rockymountnc.gov or by contacting the Purchasing Division at the following location:
Purchasing Division4th Floor, City Hall
331 S. Franklin StreetRocky Mount, NC 27802-1180
Phone : 252.972.1226Fax : 252.972.1662
Email : [email protected]
Request for Qualifications responses are to be received by the Purchasing Division by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 6, 2018. Late proposals will not be accepted. It is the responsibility of the Proposer to view, obtain or download all Addenda issued for this RFQ.
The Ci ty o f Rocky Mount wi l l no t discriminate against any contractor submitting a bid because of race, creed, color, national origin or handicap.
Ramona PlemmerSenior Purchasing Technician
PUBLIC NOTICE OR LEGAL NOTICE
REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ)
Cross Creek Pointe- Redevelopment(Formerly Grove View Terrace)FAYETTEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA Site Package Scope of Work:Description of work: Mobilization, Erosion Control, Excavation, Storm Drain, Grading, Paving, NCDOT Turn Lane, Water, and Sewer
BID DUE DATE:3:00 pm Friday September 21st, 2018 On Thursday, September 6, 2018 at 10:00 am, Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority/United Developers will hold a Mandatory Pre-bid Conference and project walk through at the future site of Cross Creek Pointe, formerly Grove View Terrace Apartments. The mandatory, pre-bid conference shall be held at the construction office for the project at Lamon Street (former site of Grove View Terrace). The project involves roughly 20 acres and 18 buildings totaling 272 apartment homes. 100% performance and Payment Bonds shall be required for the contract awarded on this project.
Work is scheduled to begin mid-late October.
All contractors intending to submit a bid on this project MUST be present at the Cross Creek Pointe Mandatory, Pre-Bid Conference on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at 10:00 am. From that location, a briefing and tour of the project will be conducted. Interested parties should bring all necessary personnel to this meeting.
A copy of the Project Plans, Specifications and Bid Documents will be made available at the Pre-Bid Conference.
NOTE: This is an active demolition site. All parties attending the Pre-Bid Conference shall wear hard hats, reflective safety vests, and eye protection while on the site.
Questions concerning interpretation of the Project Plans and Bid Documents MUST be submi t t ed in wr i t i ng to Mercer Design Group, PC and must be received at least five business days prior to the date set for the receipt of bids. Addenda or written interpretations will be communicated to the prospective bidders via email at the email address provided by the bidder. Bidders may not rely on oral communications for interpretations, as they are considered non-binding.
Mercer Design Group, PCP.O. Box 1516Weaverville, NC 28787Attn: Marvin Mercer, PEPhone: 828-768-8893
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Frank L. Blum Construction Company is seeking trade subcontractor proposals f o r t h e Ta y l o r C a m p u s H e a l t h Renovation project at UNC Chapel Hill for the following scopes of work: Final Cleaning, Selective Demo, Masonry, Structural & Misc. Steel, Millwork, Dampproofing/Waterproofing, Building Insu la t ion , Roof ing , Cau lk ing & Sealants, Spray Applied Fireproofing, Doors/Frames/Hardware, Storefront/Curtainwall, Gypsum Board Assemblies, Hard Tile, Acoustical Ceilings, Resilient Flooring/Carpet, Painting, Specialties & Accessor ies , S ignage , Window Treatments, Fire Protection, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Alarm, Sitework, Asphalt Paving, Landscaping and Site Utilities.
Proposals are due no later than 5:00 pm on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 and should be emailed to [email protected]. Project documents can be obtained through our online plan room at http://www.flblum.com/subcontractors.php.
All Bidders are strongly encouraged to include opportunities for Minority Business participation wherever possible in their respective bid submission. Bonding and insurance assistance and quick pay arrangements may be available. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
SMALL DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
SUBCONTRACTORS WANTED TO BID
Crowder Construction Company is preparing a bid for the Cross Creek WRF Screens Replacement Project. We are soliciting in Fayetteville, NC and surrounding areas for pricing for the following:
SCOPES of WORK (including, but not limited to):
Electrical Supplies (Wire/Conduit/Fixtures),
Erosion & Sediment Control, Excavation Design, Grout, Instrumentation &
Controls, Metals Fabrication/ Handrail, Pavement Patching, Seeding & Sod,
Specialty Coatings, and Utility Locating.
Quotes are due on Monday, August 27, 2018 @ 2:00 PM
Historically Underutilized Businesses including Small Disadvantaged Business Enterprises and all others are encouraged to participate. Bid Proposals will be received at the following address:
Crowder Construction Company1111 Burma Drive
Apex, North Carolina 27539Telephone: (919) 367-2019
Fax: (919) 367-2097Contact: Christina Jahrling /
Email: [email protected]
We request SDBE companies include a copy of their certificate with their quote. Complete plans and specifications may be viewed at Crowder Construction Company at the address listed above. Contact us at the above phone number for a list of other locations where plans are available.
INVITATION FOR BIDS
Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) will receive sealed, single prime, lump sum, bids for a new bus wash facility located at 160 South Oakland Avenue, Statesville, NC unti l 2:00 pm on September 25, 2018 to the attention of Mr. Scott Hager. At which time, qualified bids will be received, opened and read aloud in the conference room at the Career Academy and Technical School, 350 Old Murdock Road, Troutman, NC. Bid, Performance and Payment bonds are required. The project scope of work includes the construction of a new 2,992 square foot bus wash building and associated work including site and MEP trades. A Pre-bid walk thru for all bidders will be held on September 5, 2018 at 9:00 am at the project site. All prospective bidders are requested to attend. Appointments to view a hardcopy of the cons t ruc t ion documents or registration for obtaining Electronic plans and specifications must be made through Adams +Associates Architecture, 126 N. Main Street, Mooresville, NC at 704-664-1311 and [email protected] beginning on Monday, August 27, 2018 from 8 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday. ISS reserves the right to reject any and all bids. All bids will be received in accordance with North Carolina General Statue 143-129.
NOTICE INVITING BIDSINVITATION FOR BIDS
LAUREL OAKS RENOVATION
RECEIPT AND OPENING OF BIDSSealed bids will be received by the Durham Housing Authority/Development Ventures Incorporated of the City of Durham (hereinafter called the “DHA/DVI”), at 330 East Main Street, Durham, NC; until 2:00 PM (local time), Monday, September 24, 2018. At that time, the invitation for bids shall close and no further bids shall be accepted. The bids shall be publicly opened and read aloud. No telephone or faxed bids shall be accepted.
DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis Notice Inviting Bids is for the award of a general contract providing all labor, materials, permits, and services required for renovating the thirty (30 including 2 ADA units) 3-bedroom 2-story townhome apartment in 7 buildings and an 8th building which includes the Community Center and Management Office. The project will require 4 to 5 phases. The intent of the project is to provide energy efficient upgrades by installing new HVAC units, new hot water heaters, shower plumbing fixtures, and energy efficient kitchen appliances. The interior work includes new flooring, new wood base and trim to match existing, painting throughout, replacement of the wall and base cabinets, countertops, and sinks in the kitchen. For the bath, it calls for replacement of sink and vanity cabinets.
NOTE – This renovation will be done in multiple phases providing limited access throughout the renovation process. Even though the GC’s wil l be mobil ized, residents will be living in adjacent buildings so the selected contractor must make every effort to minimize impact on existing residents.
OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTSBid documents will be available for purchase at Duncan-Parnell, Inc. An electronic copy on CD is will also available for purchase. Duncan-Parnell web address is www.dpibidroom.com and their street address is 1208 Copeland Oaks DR, Morrisville, NC 27560 Phone: 919-460-8886. The documents will be available beginning, Monday, August 27, 2018.
PRE-BID CONFERENCEProspec t ive B idde r s a r e s t rong ly e n c o u r a g e d t o a t t e n d t h e p r e - b i d conference. The conference is to be held at 10:00 AM (local time), on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, for the purpose of answering questions and discussing requirements. The pre-bid conference shall be held at the project site, Laurel Oaks, 600 Laurel Oaks Dr. Durham, NC 27713 – the Community Center Building.
BID SECURITYEach Bid must be accompanied by a certified check, cashier’s check or a Bid Bond In the amount not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, payable to the Durham Housing Authority “DHA/DVI” of the City of Durham as guarantee that the Bidder, if its Bid is accepted, will promptly execute the Agreement . A Bid shal l not be considered unless one of the forms of Bidder’s security is enclosed.
BONDING REQUIREMENTSThe successful bidder will be required to furnish a satisfactory performance and payment bond each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price for the duration of the contract.
PROJECT ADMINISTRATIONAll communications relative to this Invitation for Bid shall be submitted via email only to kimberly@neighboring concepts.com and the deadline for inquiries is no later than Thursday, September 13, 2018, end of business day at 5:00 PM (local time).
AUTHORITY RESPONSESNeighboring Concepts at its option may respond to any and all questions, submitted in writing via letter or fax, in the form of an addendum. No oral comments shall be of any force or effect with respect to this solicitation.
CONTRACTOR’S LICENSEAll contractors are hereby notified that they shall be properly licensed under the State laws governing their trades. This project requires a North Carolina General Contractor’s license and it is to be clearly noted on the front of the bid envelope.
DHA/DVI’s RIGHTS RESERVEDDHA/DVI reserves the right to cancel this Notice Inviting Bids at any time, and further reserves the right to reject all submitted bids, without giving any reason for such action, at its sole discretion and without liability. All costs incurred by Bidders, as a result of preparing Bids under this Notice Inviting Bids, shall be the sole responsibility of each Bidder. This Notice Inviting Bids creates no obligation upon the Authority to enter into a contract.
AWARD OF THE CONTRACTThe Bidder shall guarantee its Bid for a period of ninety (90) calendar days
REQUEST FOR BID PROPOSALS
Wake Technical Community College is currently seeking bid proposals
for this project:
Multiple CampusesSecurity Camera and VMS Upgrades
All interested parties shall be licensed with the North Carolina Alarm Licensing
Board and shall be a certified security integrator for Salient Systems VMS in
order to provide a bid. The scope of work includes the installation, integration, and
setup of a new security camera video management system (VMS) throughout
seven Wake Technical Community College campus locations and one
completely new installation of a VMS and cameras for the Beltline Campus.
For more information contact
Daniel [email protected]
Pre-bid meeting at 10:00 am on September 6th, 2018. Sealed proposals
will be received up to 3:00 p.m. on September 20, 2018 addressed to:
Wake Technical Community CollegeAttn: Melissa Taylor
9101 Fayetteville RoadRaleigh, NC 27603-5696
HOUSING WAITING LIST
DURHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY
DAMAR COURT APARTMENTS IS NOW
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR OUR WAITING LIST
This recently renovated community will have Two Bedroom units available soon.
AMENITIES INCLUDE
y 2 Bedroom 1 ½ Bathrooms y Hardwood Floors y New Energy Efficient Appliances y Washer Dryer Hook - Ups y On Data Bus line y Conveniently located to Duke
University and Duke Medical Facility y Parks and Playgrounds on Site and
nearby y On-Site Management and Maintenance y Some Income restriction apply
VISIT THE DAMAR COURT ROAD MANAGEMENT OFFICE FOR AN
APPLICATION OR
ON THE DURHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY WEBSITEwww.durhamhousing.org
1135 SHERWOOD DR.DURHAM, NC919-382-3137
DURHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY
MORREENE ROAD APARTMENTS IS NOW
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR OUR WAITING LIST
This recently renovated community has Studio, One
Bedroom, and Two Bedroom units available soon.
AMENITIES INCLUDE
y Studio, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom units
y New Energy Efficient Appliances y On-Site Laundry y Close to Downtown y On Data Bus line y Conveniently located to Duke
University and Duke Medical Facility y Parks and Playgrounds on Site y On-Site Management and
Maintenance y Income restriction apply
VISIT MORREENE ROAD MANAGEMENT OFFICE TODAY FOR
AN APPLICATION OR
ACCESS ONE ON THE DURHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY WEBSITE
www.durhamhousingauthority.org
1135 SHERWOOD DR.DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA
919-382-0321
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BIDS CONTINUED
WAYNE COUNTY SECTION 3 BUSINESS AND
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE
LOCAL ECONOMIC BENEFIT FOR LOW AND VERY LOW-
INCOME PERSONSWAYNE COUNTY HMGP
ACQUISITION PROJECT AND CDBG-DR RECOVERY PROJECT:
Wayne County is preparing to carry out two Hurricane Matthew recovery projects through the use of federal Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds and Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Funds received from the NC Division of Emergency Management (NCEM). The County has received approximately $9.5 million in federal HMGP funds (representing 100% of total project costs) for the acquisition of 84 residential properties impacted by Hurricane Matthew. The Town has received approximately $8.8 million in federal CDBG-DR funds (representing 100% of total project costs) for repair, replacement, demolition, elevation, and acquisition of residential housing units damaged by Hurricane Matthew. As part of these two federal Projects, the County will comply with Section 3 requirements and take steps to make work and contract opportunities available to low and very low-income residents and businesses of the area to the greatest extent feasible. During the implementation of these Projects over the next several years, the following jobs, contracts and supplies may be available through Wayne County or NCEM: Repair, replacement, elevation and construction contracts; associated trade subcontracts such as plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, roofers, masons, painters providing direct employment with contractors and sub-contractors performing these activities; supplies needed for execution of the aforementioned contracts and subcontracts; appraisal, legal and surveying services; soil and material testing services; environmental services, including asbestos and lead-based paint inspections and abatement; and advertising and publishing services.
Hiring in these Projects will be conducted through the State or local NC Employment Security Commission Office. The County and NCEM will list contracts with the NC Division of Purchase and Contracts. Potential employees and businesses may seek development and training through local educational institutions. Individuals and businesses may contact the person listed below to register for consideration and should mention “Section 3” to assist with the registration. To the greatest e x t e n t f e a s i b l e , e m p l o y m e n t a n d training positions will be made available to qualified persons who permanently reside in Wayne County. The names of businesses who respond to this notice will be included on procurement lists for these Projects. Job seekers are also encouraged to contact the Employment Security Commission. Any person residing, or firm located in Wayne County may request to participate in procurement or employment opportunities associated with these Projects by contacting Noelle Woods, Purchasing Manager, at P. O. Box 227, Goldsboro, NC 27533.
Wayne County is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and encourages participation by small, minority, female-owned and historically underutilized businesses. Individuals desiring to access TDD or TTY services may dial 7-1-1 to reach the NC Telecommunications Relay Service (Relay NC).
This information is available in Spanish or any other language upon request. Please contact Noelle Woods at 919-705-1714 or at the County Courthouse, 224 E. Walnut St, Goldsboro, NC 27533, for accommodations for this request.
Esta información está disponible en español o en cualquier otro idioma bajo petición. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Noelle Woods al 919-705-1714 o en County Courthouse, 224 E. Walnut St, Goldsboro, NC 27533 de alojamiento para esta solicitud.
COUNTY OF WAYNE
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONSFOR APPRAISAL, LEGAL AND
SURVEYING SERVICESAUGUST 23, 2018
Wayne County has been awarded Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding in the amount of approximately $9.5 million by the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management ( N C E M ) f o r t h e a c q u i s i t i o n o f approximately eighty-four (84) properties flooded by Hurricane Matthew in October 2016 (CFDA #97.039). The County has also received Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding that potentially could be used for acquisition of properties impacted by Hurricane Matthew (CFDA #14.228). Contingent upon these awards, Wayne County is soliciting requests for qualifications for professional appraisal, legal and surveying services to assist the County in the acquisition of the properties impacted by Hurricane Matthew.
Copies of the detailed requests for qual i f ica t ions (RFQ), inc luding a description of the services to be provided by respondents, the minimum content of responses, and the factors to be used to evaluate the responses, can be obtained by contacting Noelle Woods, Purchasing Manager, at P. O. Box 227, Goldsboro, NC 27533, phone 919-705-1714 email [email protected].
The above information should be submitted no later than 11:00 am, September 12, 2018 to Noelle Woods, Purchasing Manager, at P. O. Box 227, Goldsboro, NC 27533, or delivered to Noelle Woods, Purchasing Manager, at P. O. Box 227, Goldsboro, NC 27533. For more information, contact Noelle Woods, at 919-705-1714 or email [email protected].
Wayne County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider and invites the submission of proposals from minority and women-owned firms and historically underutilized businesses. Wayne County invites the submission of proposals from certified Section 3 business concerns. Wayne County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any informality.
This information is available in Spanish or any other language upon request. Please contact Noelle Woods at 919-705-1714 or at the County Courthouse, 224 E. Walnut St, Goldsboro, NC 27533, for accommodations for this request.
Esta información está disponible en español o en cualquier otro idioma bajo petición. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Noelle Woods al 919-705-1714 o en County Courthouse, 224 E. Walnut St, Goldsboro, NC 27533 de alojamiento para esta solicitud.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
City of Wilson
Post Office Box 10
Wilson, North Carolina 27894-0010
Sealed bids for the City of Wilson – Longview Drive Pump Station Upgrade, including, but not limited to:
Replacement of two (2) existing extended shaft dry-pit pumps and motors and two (2) close-coupled dry-pit pumps and motors; including valves, piping, electrical equipment, etc. with four (4) 4,500 gpm closed-loop cooled, variable frequency driven, dry-pit submersible pumps, pump valves and piping, permanent bypass pumping discharge connection, electrical switchgear, motor control, and all other work as described or implied in the Specifications and indicated on the Pump Station Upgrade Drawings.
will be received by the City of Wilson at the Wiggins Mill WTP Conference Room located at 3110 Forest Hills Road, Wilson, North Carolina until 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 1, 2018, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the following locations:
City of Wilson – Wilson, North Carolina
ConstructConnect – Plan Room – Online Service
Green Engineering, P.L.L.C. – Wilson, North Carolina
Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of Green Engineering, P.L.L.C. located at 303 Goldsboro St. East, Wilson, North Carolina 27893 upon a non-refundable payment of $75.00 for each set.
Bidders must make positive efforts to utilize businesses owned by minorities and women. The Owner has developed a goal of ten percent (10%) for participation of minority-owned and women- owned business enterprises in construction contracts awarded pursuant to NCGS 143-128. Bidders must comply with the Owner’s requirements for W/MBE documentation.
BIDDERS shall be properly licensed under Chapter 87, General Statutes of North Carolina.
CONTRACTOR shall comply with the requirements of Article 2, Chapter 64 of t he Gene ra l S t a tu t e s . Fu r the r, i f CONTRACTOR utilizes a subcontractor, CONTRACTOR shal l require the subcontractor to comply with the requirements of Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the General Statutes.
A Pre-Bid Conference has been scheduled for 2:00 P.M., Monday, September 10, 2018, at the City of Wilson’s Wiggins Mill WTP Conference Room located at 3110 Forest Hills Road, Wilson, North Carolina. All prospective Bidders are encouraged to attend.
The OWNER reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Harry Tyson Deputy City Manager/Operations & Public Services
August 23, 2018 Date
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SOUTHEASTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Southeastern Community College is seeking to hire the following position.
HEALTHCARE TRAINING INSTRUCTOR
Position details and application process can be found on the SCC website at www.sccnc.edu or call 910-642-7141, ext. 310. AA/EOE
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SOUTHEASTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Southeastern Community College is seeking to hire the following position.
DIRECTOR OF INDUSTRIAL & WORKFORCE TRAININGNURSING INSTRUCTOR
PART-TIME POLICE OFFICER
Position details and application process can be found on the SCC website at www.sccnc.edu or call 910-642-7141, ext. 310. AA/EOE
TECHNICAL
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS AND UNIVERSITY ARCHITECT
The Facilities Design and Construction department at UNC Greensboro is seeking an Assistant Director for Capital Project/University Architect to ensure the campus maintains the directions and ideals as indicated in the UNCG Campus Master Plan as well as ensure customer service is a priority for the Department. This individual will supervise up to five professional project managers consisting of engineers and architects managing the pre-design, design and construction phases of Capital Improvement projects with budgets of $300,000 and greater. This individual will oversee project assignments, project schedules and performance review of professional staff.
This position will provide leadership and the development of the design project managers to exemplify UNCG’s instructional goals of Expertise, Accountability, Customer-Oriented, Team-Oriented, and Compliance & Integrity in their work. Three to five years of Supervisory experience is highly preferred. Must be a licensed professional in North Carolina. Candidates with a current NCARB certification and the ability to obtain a license to practice architecture by the North Carolina Board of Architecture will be considered. License will need to be obtained before employment can start. The University desires experience in institutional or state projects, and in higher education. Desire an applicant with excellent oral and written communication skills. UNCG’s picturesque campus includes more than 30 academic buildings, 30 residence buildings, and athletic facilities on more than 200 acres. Position closes September 30, 2018. Interested applicants should apply on line by going to http://jobsearch.uncg.edu, position 5137. Due to current budget conditions, UNCG cannot pay for travel expenses to the interview.
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