We are sorry to learn of the transition of Forest Housing Authority Executive Director Maxie Glover Rasco who died Friday, February 28th at the MS Baptist Hospital in Jackson. Memorial services arrangements are incomplete. Our prayers are with her son, William, and other family members. W. F. Mapp Funeral Home is in charge.
A beautiful memorial was held for Mrs. Bobbie Thompson Saturday at Union Grove M. B. Church. Rev. Ronnie Brown, pastor of Mt. Calvary M. B. Church in Pelahatchie, officiated and delivered her eulogy. Mrs. Rita Parker Johnson was the mistress of ceremony and Rev. Rochelle Wright provided words of comfort. Other program participants included Charles Johnson, John Lewis, Marilyn Johnson, and the combined church choirs of Union Grove and Mt. Calvary. Please keep her children in your prayers.
Please remember Mrs. Willie Tucker and children following the transition of Attorney Eddie Tucker of Jackson. He was remembered Saturday at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jackson. He was a pioneer in the legal community and was the third president of the Magnolia Bar Association.
Our prayers are with the family of Mr. Hawiatha Douglas who was memorialized Saturday at Tougaloo College’s Woodworth Chapel. He was a long time employee of the College and was dedicated to the upkeep of the UUCC Cemetery located on the Tougaloo College campus.
Please continue to remember our readers who are facing health challenges. We are requesting prayers for Mrs. Dorothy Sturgis who is hospitalized at St. Dominics, and former Election Commissioner Mrs. Fannie Bradford who is receiving therapy at MS Baptist Hospital.
We enjoyed speaking with Forest native Roseann Lynn who is residing in Ashville, NC. She was featured in the Bella Vista February publication with her Angel making talent which she shared with residents. She has enjoyed making special Angels for more than 50 years.
Hidden talents were revealed during the Forest Head Start Black History program, “Broken but Beautiful,” held at the Forest Services Center Wednesday, February 26th. Young Head Start students stole the hearts of those in attendance and rocked the place with their renditions of songs by Aretha Frankin, Patti Labelle, Michael Jackson, B. B. King and other famous singers. Famous singers were portrayed by Steliah Holder, Jody Miles, Erin Derricks, Blake Bland, Tristen Cooper and Kassidy Jones.
In addition, the children performed “Black Man” led by Maximus Keeton, Jayden Doss and Jex Spivey. “Black History” participants were Brayden Loper, Parker Gaines, Derrick Murrell, Channon Harris, Royalty Nickson, Avery McGee, Emmory McGee, Sa’Mya Johnson, Khloe Lofton, A’tasia Hayes, Tavarian Mitchell, and Aiden Hunt. “Grateful to You” was led by Jaiden Posey, Raiden Jones and Bryson Nelson. “Still I Rise” participants were Macie Ducksworth, Arbree Cameron, Anabelle Donald, Daraji Lindsey, Londyn Johnson, Neema Shepherd, Nevaeh Robinson, Kamryn Pinkston, Keionna McClendon and Brooklyn chapman.
The guest speaker for this event was Little Rock Pastor, Rev. Sheldon Thomas, who addressed the topic, “Broken Colors Still Color.” He referenced Humpty Dumpty and encouraged students to shoot for the stars and always put forth their best. Mrs. Georgia Patrick was the program guide, Juan Montoya Rodrigues provided invocation; announcements were made by Mesdames Sharon Grant and Maria Crane. Center Administrator Sheila Youngblood Brown thanked those in attendance and made remarks of appreciation.
A beautiful poster entitled “Our Roots Run Deep” portrayed African Americans, local and national, who provided roots for these young Head Starters. Kudos to April Jennings who prepared the poster. Special kudos to the young Head Start students who “strutted their stuff.”
The Northeast Lauderdale High School student body celebrated Black History Month February 19th and local attorney, Constance Slaughter-Harvey, was the guest speaker. She addressed the theme “Courage Can Be Contagious.” The diverse student body was energized by the remarks and the band and chorus salute to Black History. Principal Sammy Sullivan thanked all participants and commended the student body for its support.
This is the first full week of the Lenten Season and we encourage our readers to pray, fast and share.
Happy birthday to March babies born during the first two weeks, namely, Lillian Gray (1), Shonnette Kelley (2), Undrae Evans, Bobbie Harris Greer, Mary Patrick, Latina Brantley (3), Alex Brown (4), Ramona Strong, Letitia Ringo, Dezavian Evans (5), Christopher Thompson, Christen Thompson, Christy Evans, Mary Lofton and Rena Brown (9), Linda Harvey and Mattie Johnson (11), Ruby Robinson and Miriam Mejia (13) ,and Beverly Hollingsworth (14).
Answer to Black History Quiz Teaser 2020-4: Henry Thomas Sampson, a native of Jackson, MS, is a prolific inventor and pioneer in the field of nuclear engineering. His inventions, in the field of technology, formed the core of today’s cell phones.
Women’s History Quiz Teaser # 2020-1: Who is the first female Speaker of the U. S. House of Representatives and the highest-ranking female elected official in U.S. history?
