June 2015 – Page 5 – Capital Outlook

Human Trafficking is Finally Coming Out of the Dark

June 2, 2015

By Dr. E. Faye Williams, Esq. Trice Edney News Wire Until recently, we didn’t hear a lot about Human Trafficking. Now, we’re finding that we should’ve been noticing it as more and more children are involved. For many of us the tragedy in Nigeria where hundreds of young women

Mentally Ill Prisoners Have Human Rights, Too

June 2, 2015

By Julianne Malveaux Trice Edney News Wire Baltimorean Freddie Gray is neither the first, nor will he be the last person to die in police custody. According to a 2011 report from the Department of Justice, 4813 people died in police custody between 2003 and 2009 (the most recent

Who is the 2015 National Teacher of the Year?

June 2, 2015

By Ronald W. Holmes, Ph.D. Vice President/ Education Editor The National Teacher of the Year program started in 1952 and is the oldest and most prestigious national honors program. It focuses public attention on excellence in teaching and is operated by the Council of Chief State School Officers.

Rep. John Lewis to Hampton Graduates: ‘Get in the Way’

June 2, 2015

Special to the Outlook Trice Edney News Wire U.S. Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) has told 847 Hampton University graduates that it’s their moral obligation to do what they can to bring about positive change in the world. “You have to find a way to get in the

FAMU Celebrates Emancipation Proclamation

June 2, 2015

By Courtney Harris Outlook Writer Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863; however the historic document was not read in Florida until May 20, 1865. In recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, guests gathered on the sunny lawn of the Meek-Eaton Black Archives on the

The Security of the Believer Series – The Length of Our Days

June 2, 2015

By Rev. Al Williams, II Bethel Missionary Baptist Church From one believer to another the children of God have been able to proclaim that the Lord has indeed been our refuge. It is simply marvelous that God has been able to provide His people with His caring presence

Rattlers Taking Richardson to Gainesville Region

June 2, 2015

By St. Clair Murraine Outlook Staff Writer Brett Richardson’s mind was already made up that he’d gladly accept an assistant coaching role with Jamey Shouppe when he was hired two seasons ago to take over the FAMU baseball program. Shouppe wanted Richardson just as much. He just wasn’t

Rickards Shines at Football Jamboree

June 2, 2015

By Andrew J. Mitchell, Jr. Outlook Writer It was just a spring jamboree, but it previewed a lot of the football drama that should be on full display in the fall. Three teams – Rickards, Godby and Wakulla high schools – participated in the six-quarter jamboree last Thursday night.

Eagles Complete Incredible Season in State Baseball

June 2, 2015

By Chris Bony Outlook Writer North Florida Christian’s baseball team silenced a lot of doubters this season when it returned to the Class 3A state title game for the second consecutive season. The Eagles won’t be remembered for winning state championships this year after falling to Westminster

Seminoles Get Notre Dame Quarterback Everett Golson

June 2, 2015

By James Celeste Outlook Writer Florida State football fans have something to look forward to next fall as former Notre Dame quarterback Everett Golson announced Tuesday he will be playing for the Seminoles. Golson graduated from Notre Dame this spring and still had his final