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Maze frontman Frankie Beverly passes at 77
‘Early childhood education is not just caregiving’ Ellicia Lanier, Founding Executive Director of Urban Sprouts Child Development Center, will receive the Stellar Performer Award at the St. Louis American Foundation’s 37th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship and Awards Gala on Saturday, October 12th at America’s Center.
Ellicia Lanier to receive Stellar Performer Award at 37th Education Salute By Kenya Vaughn The St. Louis American Ellicia Lanier relies on the standard greeting of the Masai people to start each of her staff meetings. In the African tribe’s native language, it is “Casserian Engeri.” But Lanier presents it in its English translation as a simple question. “How are the children?” “That is the single most important thing about this work,” said Lanier, founding executive director of Urban Sprouts Child Development Center – a nationally recognized early childhood learning center in University City. “I think so many of our children are robbed by not having good early childhood experienc-
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By Kenya Vaughn The St. Louis American Frankie Beverly spent more than five decades as the frontman for a soul band that was an essential component of the soundtrack of Black America. The music of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly etched a composite of the naturally idealistic and optimistic approach to managing the highs and lows of life that has sustained Black people from the very beginning – both in life and in love. The massive band could create a groove like nobody’s business. Beverly and his signature ball cap would vibe right Frankie along with the audiBeverly ence as he delivered his rich tenor vocals. Just weeks after the conclusion of a multi-city farewell tour that included St. Louis, the Maze lead singer passed away on Wednesday, September 11. He was 77. No cause of death was given immediately. “During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way,” the family said in a statement, according to CNN. “This period is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honor the memory of our beloved Howard Stanley Beverly
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Polls say Harris topped Trump in debate VP kept him on defensive By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Vice President Kamala Harris took control early in the first presidential debate with former President Donald Trump in Philadelphia on Tuesday night and put Trump on the defensive for much of the evening. 538, a website that focuses on opinion poll analysis, collected three national polls and one swingstate poll conducted n On aver- after the debate. As of noon Wednesday, age, 57% the three showed that of debate more people who watchers watched the debate nationally felt Harris won over said Harris Trump. On average, 57% turned in of debate watchers the better nationally said Harris perforturned in the better performance, commance, pared to 34% who compared said Trump did. to 34% A CNN/SSRS who said poll, which included Trump did. pre- and post-debate queries, concluded Harris’ net favorability rating among debate watchers rose from 39% favorable and 50% unfavorable before the debate to 45% favorable and 44% unfavorable after it. Trump’s net favorability rating, however, barely changed (from -11 points to -12 points). Moderators David Muir and Linsey Davis of ABC News kept a tight handle on the debate, significantly improving CNN’s June handling of Trump and President Joe Biden. The debate began with a surprise as Harris approached Trump to shake his hand and introduced herself as “Kamala Harris,” an unusual move that set the tone for the night. Trump’s trademark scowl stayed in place throughout the debate, as Harris pressed him on his legal woes and taunted his record. Applying her prosecutorial skills,
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Reproductive rights measure survives legal threat By Sylvester Brown Jr. St. Louis American
lem-solver, taking on issues like housing, childcare, and the economy. In her opening statement, she outlined
Initiatives or amendments dealing with pregnancy have surged in response to the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that ended a nationwide right to abortion and shifted the issue to states. At least nine states, including Missouri, will consider constitutional amendments enshrining abortion rights this November. Most would guarantee a right to abortion until fetal viability and allow it later for the health of the pregnant woman. Missouri Amendment 3, the Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative, is on the November ballot. The amendment, “will prohibit any regulation of abortion, including regulations designed to protect women undergoing abortions and prohibit any civil or criminal recourse against anyone who performs an abortion and hurts or kills the pregnant women.” To put a citizen-led constitution-
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Vice President Kamala Harris won the Tuesday night presidential debate against Donald Trump according to several polls following the debate. Harris consistently turned the conversation toward Trump’s convictions, his business fraud case, and his role in the January 6 insurrection. Harris positioned herself as a prob-
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Urban League announces launch of CARE program
Spartans sporting fast start to prep football season
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis (ULSTL), collaborating with local energy companies, is taking the care needed to help people find employment in the energy industry.
Hazelwood East broke through last season as they finished 9-2. They are off to a good start this season with impressive victories over Hazelwood West and Parkway Central.
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