SPEAKING OF SOAPS
BY MEREDITH COOPER
ALL MY CHILDREN
Season finale – Jesse thought about running his own detective agency with Tad working with him. Dimitri told JR that he caused the investors to jump ship and invest in CorTech. Miranda’s plan to take AJ out was foiled when Heather showed up and whisked him away. Joe told JR that whoever stole Cara’s prescription pads has ruined her career. David made fun of Jesse, and said that Angie was too good for him. JR was guilt-ridden and apologized to Cara for the prescription mess. He promised her that he wouldn’t use drugs again. Dimitri got aggressive and kissed Brooke. Miranda tried to find a job at Jane’s Addiction. AJ and Heather started to make love, but JR stepped in and spoiled the mood. Brooke told Dimitri she wanted things to be all business with them. Tad told Jesse that Uri may be on his way back to Pine Valley.
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL
Understanding what it’s like to be a man in the middle himself, Rick let Liam off the hook in regards to his waffling between Hope and Steffy. Wyatt anticipated that his new business union with Hope and Forrester Creations could lead to him and Hope becoming closer. Eric gave credit where credit is due for the success of the HFTF re-launch. Liam became upset when he learned from a third party that Hope offered a contract to Wyatt and Quinn’s company. Brooke went behind Bill’s back to pay a visit to Wyatt in an attempt to mend their broken relationship. Wyatt learned that there’s another side to the story behind Bill and Katie’s marital problems. Katie received an unexpected visit from Quinn and soon learned that she has a new ally against Bill. Hope reassured Liam that her new business dealings with Wyatt will not have an effect on their relationship. Still disapproving of her mother’s relationship, Hope confessed that she now has a difficult time confiding in Brooke when Bill is around. Caroline went to Bill to offer her assistance with his family matters and to warn him about how a future with Brooke could turn out. Knowing that Wyatt was waiting in the wings for Hope, Liam made one last attempt to move up his wedding date. Wyatt became very bold with his opinion as Hope spoke to him about her upcoming wedding to Liam. Brooke and Bill agreed to do what they need to do in order to fix their broken family relationships. Hope set Wyatt and Liam straight about all they need to do in order to remain on her good side. Katie made an important announcement to Bill and Brooke. Bill and Wyatt agreed to put their differences aside and start over in their father/son relationship. Carter went out of his way to cheer up Maya while armed with candles, champagne, and a new idea for the upcoming season of Room 8.
THIS WEEK: Brooke profusely apologizes and begs for forgiveness. Bill becomes irate when Katie reveals her plans for her and Will.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES
Sami’s trial got off to a rocky start as Chad, Will and Sonny took the stand. Nicole attacked Brady for asking Eric to marry him and Kristen. Kristen considered getting rid of the flash drive containing the sex video of her and Eric just as Nicole happened upon her. Chad was furious when he overheard Cameron advising Abigail not to get too serious with anyone. When Kate took the stand, she inadvertently made things worse for Sami. Justin tried his best to trip up the prosecution. Father Matt gave Nicole a warning about Eric. Eric was later confused by odd Nicole’s behavior. Kristen asked Daniel for a referral to a fertility doctor. Rafe testified at Sami’s trial and did more harm than good. Later, Sami sent EJ a special message. Maggie wondered if Nick’s still in love with Gabi. Cameron pressed Chad to share his prognosis with those who care about him. Abigail confided her conflicted feelings about Cameron and Chad to Gabi. Nicole overheard an incriminating conversation between Kristen and Stefano. Later, she and Marlena teamed up to get the dirt on Kristen, but things didn’t go as planned. Marlena suggested hypnosis to help Eric remember what happened to him the night he fell ill. When Jennifer tried to lay down the law with JJ, he threatened to leave for good. Abigail was furious when she realized Theresa was buying drugs from her brother. Later, Theresa pulled off a sneaky scam in order to get some extra cash. JJ and Jennifer had a major showdown. Nicole must think on her toes as Kristen caught Marlena in the act. Daniel came up with a new plan to trigger Eric’s memory about the night he got sick. Eric’s thrown by Nicole’s reaction when he asked for her help. Sami’s trial resumed, and Nick took the stand. Later, Justin cross-examined Marge and went in for the kill.
THIS WEEK: Sami’s trial gets off to a rocky start. Jennifer and JJ have a serious showdown.
GENERAL HOSPITAL
Olivia found Sonny about to commit suicide. She did everything in her power to convince him that life’s worth living. Complications arose with the birth of Britt’s baby, and the baby’s rushed to GH. Silas did everything possible to save the baby while Sam looked on. Carly and her sons checked in with Sonny after his recent scare. Morgan blamed himself for Connie’s death. Franco, a free man, returned to the Quartermaine Mansion. He promptly kicked Ava out of the house. Ava threatened to retaliate by revealing what she knew about him. He cut her off at the pass, announcing to Tracy that he poisoned the relishes. Sonny continued his downward spiral. Olivia hid the newspaper headlines from him, so he wouldn’t discover AJ’s “not guilty” plea. But when a phalanx of reporters showed up, Sonny found out. He also learned that Diane’s defense strategy’s to pin Connie’s murder on him. Sonny lost it until Dante and Lulu introduced him to his granddaughter. When AJ revealed to Monica that he was in a drunken black-out and might have killed Connie, Monica grew furious with him, reminding him of all she risked by getting him out of the hospital and to safety years ago. It’s Jason’s birthday, and everyone remembered him in their own way. A mysterious presence seemed to be watching. Sonny continued to spiral out of control. He returned home to an uninvited guest. Sam and Alexis kept watch over Danny in isolation after the bone marrow transplant. Franco warned Ava that they have unfinished business. Ava wanted Derek to speed up his plan to depose Sonny and take over his criminal empire. Monica evicted Franco from the Quartermaine mansion. As Tracy spread her wings in the newly roomy mansion, Monica informed Tracy that she’s been fired from the hospital, resulting in a rare moment of solidarity with her sister-in-law.
THIS WEEK: Will Duke and Anna recognize Derek? Silas tells Alexis and Sam the news re Daniel’s transplant.
ONE LIFE TO LIVE – on hiatus
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS
Jack realized that he has to give Summer space but doubted that Victor will do the same. Billy warned him that going to war with Victor’s dangerous. Later, Adam told Jack that Victor bugged his office and was having him followed. Later, Jack worried that Victor might know that he’s Adam’s secret investor. Anita stopped by to see Connor and could tell something’s bothering Chelsea. Chelsea reluctantly told Anita that Connor inherited Retinitis Pigmentosa from Adam. Anita promised to help Chelsea keep Adam from finding out. Meanwhile, Dylan stopped by On the Blvd to see Billy and told him about Connor’s condition. Adam overheard them talking as Dylan revealed Connor’s diagnosis to Billy. Later, Billy told Victoria the news about Connor. As they discussed Connor’s condition, Billy realized that Victoria knew that Adam’s really the baby’s father. Victoria revealed that she promised Chelsea that she wouldn’t reveal Connor’s true paternity to anyone. When Adam confronted Chelsea about Connor’s paternity, Chelsea insisted that Dylan’s the father. Chelsea tried to get Adam to leave as Dylan came in demanding to know what’s going on. When Adam left in frustration, Dylan returned and questioned Chelsea about what’s going on. Chelsea told Dylan that Adam overheard him telling Billy about Connor possibly losing his sight. When Dylan wondered why Adam would care about Connor, Chelsea admitted that Adam had the same disease. Chelsea reluctantly admitted that Connor’s Adam’s son. Lily and Cane staged a fight for Hilary to see. Hilary told Cane that she overheard some of the fight and wished there were something she could do to help. Cane told Hilary that he wished that Lily could be as understanding as she is. Hilary said that he deserved that, and if Lily isn’t giving it to him, then someone else should. Hilary shocked Cane when she kissed him! A shocked Cane apologized for taking advantage of Hilary, and she encouraged him to work on his marriage. Meanwhile, Lily and Devon saw a new post on the GC Buzz of Cane kissing Hilary. When Victor accused Jack of meddling in Summer’s life, Jack explaind that Summer went to see Phyllis and is staying with Daniel.
THIS WEEK: Jill is unnerved by Katherine’s final wishes. Hilary begins to suspect that Lily and Cane are trying to pull a fast one on her and she plots to turn the tables on them.
Spirituality, the Birmingham Bombing, and the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement
Dr. Wilson Fallin, Jr., an associate professor of history at the University of Montevallo, president of Birmingham-Easonian Baptist Bible College, visiting professor at Beeson Divinity School of Samford University, and Pastor of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Birmingham was the guest lecturer at the Snite Museum of Art at Notre Dame University on September 9. He spoke on “Spirituality, the Birmingham Bombing and the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement.”
A former president of Selma University in Selma, Alabama, Fallin has taught history at Miles College and is historian for the National Baptist Convention. He is the author of “The African American Church in Birmingham, Alabama, 1815-1963: A Shelter in the Storm” (Garland Publishing, 1997). Fallin is currently researching his second book entitled “Uplifting the People: Black Baptists in Alabama, 1701-2000.”
The lecture was offered in conjunction with the exhibition “The Challenges We Face: Civil Rights Photography at the Snite Museum of Art” and the year-long celebration of the Africana World: A Historical and Cultural Mosaic.
Cosponsors: Multicultural Student Programs and Services, Department of Africana Studies, First Year of Studies, Provost Office, Center for Social Concerns and the Snite Museum of Art.
Outdoor play about John Henry returns to Leeds festival
LEEDS, Ala. – Twenty-five students at Leeds High School make up the cast and crew of “Listen to that Cold Steel Ring,” an outdoor play that will be presented at the 2013 Leeds Fall Festival and John Henry Celebration.
The play will be performed at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, on the grounds of Leeds historic depot. It tells the story of John Henry in Leeds and the contest he waged with a steam drill at Oak Mountain tunnel, south of Leeds, in 1887.
The students began rehearsals in August and are working under the guidance of Jessica Frye, director of theater, Leeds City Schools. Frye teaches theater at Leeds High School and drama at Leeds Middle School.
After agreeing to stage the play at this year’s festival, Frye did extensive research about John Henry in Leeds as well as other interpretations of his life, including songs, children’s stories and animation.
“I think the audience will appreciate the clear narrative style of the play,” she said. This year’s production will include a traditional Greek chorus that represents the early population of Leeds. “It may make audience members feel as though they are hearing the voices of their local ancestors.”
Frye said she enjoys the play’s open format. “Keeping the entire cast on stage at all times reiterates the notion that bringing the railroad through those mountains was the work of many and that practically everyone would have played a part in the completion of the task.”
Most of the students involved in the production are performing, but others are working in technical areas, such as costumes and publicity.
“I hope that the students in the cast and crew take away a greater understanding of how the railroad influenced the early population of the Leeds community and that they better understand the great sacrifices that were made – including human lives – so that we can live here today,” Frye said. “I also hope they take away a sense of civic responsibility and the idea that communities are brought together through culture and the arts.”
The Leeds historic depot is located at 8335 Thornton Avenue in historic downtown Leeds.
For more information about the 2013 Leeds Fall Festival and John Henry Celebration, go to www.leedsfallfestival.com.
The Root of our Problems: Not so Black and White
By Terri Sharpley
Commissioner David Carrington recently wrote that “racial mistrust” is holding back Jefferson County. As a thirty-something, Alabama-raised, African-American woman—I disagree.
I went to college in Memphis, Tennessee – 5 minutes from the Lorraine Hotel where Dr. King was assassinated. I attended law school at the University of Alabama – less than a mile from where Governor Wallace made his stand in the schoolhouse door. And I work in downtown Birmingham –blocks from where Bull Connor ordered attack dogs on African-American children.
I know that our past continues to impact our present. But to say that “racial mistrust” alone is holding us back, undermines the sacrifices of those who marched, fought, and died for the progress we’ve made.
The sad reality is that in 2013, too many elected officials continue to use race as an excuse for our government’s incompetency. Don’t get me wrong— race is clearly an issue in Alabama politics, but “racial mistrust” cannot be the only explanation for why our state lingers at the bottom of every list that measures American progress.
Dr. King gave us the answer when he told us to judge people by the content of their character, not the color of their skin. And in some instances, America has listened.
Look at Paula Deen’s fall from grace. On the surface, her use of a derogatory slur is a racial issue – but deep down, it’s more about character.
She made a choice: she fostered a work culture that promoted outright and subtle forms of racism and discrimination – and she paid the price. Many of her fans and corporate endorsers made a conscious decision to stop padding her pockets. America identified a major character flaw in her, and we took action.
Birmingham made a similar statement on August 27 when it cleaned-house at the Birmingham Board of Education. Voters made it clear: our children were suffering because of the collective incompetence of the school board.
We live in a democracy. The beautiful thing about a democracy is that when something misrepresents us, we can take action. We are free from tyranny as long as each one of us honors our duty to speak up.
We have all said things that didn’t reflect our best self. I’m guilty, and my guess is that you are too. Fortunately though, what we are today doesn’t have to be what we are tomorrow. That’s true for Paula Deen, for our school board, and for our entire community.
I’ve heard plenty of politicians – Black and white, Republican and Democrat— make far more racially charged statements than Commissioner Carrington. But if I had to sum up the problems facing our community in two words, I think “poor leadership” is more accurate than “racial mistrust.” So while I commend the Commissioner for starting a difficult conversation, I whole-heartedly disagree with him.
As we celebrate 50 years of progress, we should honor our history by continuing to move forward. Let’s pledge to try to judge people by their character instead of how they look. Let’s pledge to try to remember that we have more in common than we have differences. Let’s pledge to honor our duty to speak up if something misrepresents our beliefs. And let’s make sure that 50 years from now, we’re not at the same place we are today.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Min. Means!
This is the day the Lord has made , let us rejoice and be glad in it Psalm 118:24
Another year has passed affording you there chances to experience more gratifying opportunities in life. As a woman of God, a woman of the cloth, a woman after God’s own heart you are a shining example of grace, beauty and character to many in your family and community. It has come to my attention that you celebrate your birthday in the month of September. This occasion is a blessed milestone that is to be shared among your family and friends. Your birthday is a special day. May you be filled with joy, peace, happiness and be showered with all the love and gifts you deserve; and that the Lord your God continue to bestow His many blessings upon you at 72 years old. Amen.
Your Family and Friends
BPRW) Miami’s Defense Stops Florida Cold in Upset Win, 21-16
BLACK PR WIRE) – Everyone knew that Florida would bring a top-ranked defense when they suited up to play Miami in South Florida on Saturday. But what surprised nearly the entire record crowd of 76,968 who witnessed the Miami Hurricanes beat the 12th ranked Florida Gators, was that Miami has a pretty good defense, too. With the upset win, Miami (2-0) jumped up the AP poll to #15, while Florida (1-1) dropped to #18. Miami’s defense stopped Florida at just about every critical moment in the game, most notably by intercepting Florida QB Jeff Driskel twice in Miami’s red zone and recovering three forced fumbles. The most costly fumble was caused by Miami DE Tyriq McCord as he beat Florida’s LT around the corner and hammered Driskel as he was about to throw on their own eight yard line. Two plays later, Miami RB Duke Johnson scored around the left end untouched, making the score 21-9, with only 3:29 left in the game. Florida bested Miami in nearly every major statistical category, except, of course, the score. Florida’s offense entered Miami’s red zone six times, but came away with only a touchdown and a field goal to show for it. Miami QB Stephen Morris started the game red hot, throwing two touchdown passes in the first quarter, including a beautiful 52 yard bomb to Miami WR Phillip Dorsett. It was the first time Florida had allowed two touchdown passes in the first quarter since LSU’s JaMarcus Russell did it in 2005. Florida’s vaunted defense stepped up, though, and held Miami’s high powered offense to just 69 total net yards after the first quarter. Not to be outdone, Miami’s defense was also clearly up to the challenge. They limited Florida’s ground game to just 2.8 yards per carry and harassed the Florida QB all game long. Jeff Driskel did turn in a career day setting personal records for passing yards (291) and passing attempts (33). But Miami’s defensive secondary intercepted him twice, one on Miami’s four yard line and the other on Miami’s 12 yard line. Miami’s defense also sacked him twice in the fourth quarter as Driskel was desperately trying to engineer a comeback. Miami now leads this heated intrastate rivalry, which began back in 1938, 29-26. Because Florida will soon be playing an extended SEC conference schedule, they are unwilling to continue to schedule Miami as a regular non-conference foe, and there are no more games scheduled between these two teams. Apparently, the Florida faithful will have to stomach this gut-wrenching loss for a long, long time. Miami fans wouldn’t have it any other way.
This week in ASU Athletics
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Alabama State’s women’s golf team will kick off a full slate of athletic events this week as they play in the FedEx Memphis Intercollegiate on Monday and Tuesday in Memphis, Tenn.
Friday the ASU volleyball team will host the first day of action at the ISTAP Collegiate Cup. Volleyball action will continue on Saturday, playing two matches on each day.
ASU’s soccer team will be back home to host North Carolina-Asheville at 4.
The football team will play on the road at Jackson State Saturday at 4 p.m. with the game being broadcast by ESPN3, with a tape delay of the game on ESPNU at 9:30 p.m.
Sunday the soccer team will host Presbyterian College out of South Carolina at 1 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 13
Volleyball: 1 p.m. vs. New Orleans (ISTAP Collegiate Cup); Montgomery, Ala.
Soccer: 4 p.m., UNC-Asheville
Volleyball: 7 p.m. vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff (ISTAP Collegiate Cup); Montgomery, Ala.
Saturday, Sept. 14
M/W Cross Country; 9 a.m. Azalea City Classic; Mobile, Ala.
Volleyball: 3 p.m. vs. Jacksonville State (ISTAP Collegiate Cup); Montgomery, Ala.
Football: 4 p.m. at Arkansas-Pine Bluff; ESPN3/ESPNU, WVAS FM 90.7
Volleyball: 7 p.m. vs. Savannah State (ISTPA Collegiate Cup); Montgomery, Ala.
Sunday, Sept. 15
Soccer: 1 p.m. vs. Presbyterian College; Montgomery, Ala.
LADY HORNETS VOLLEYBALL PICKS UP WIN AT NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL
DURHAM, N.C.—The Alabama State University Lady Hornets volleyball team was able to end their weekend trip into North Carolina with a 3-0 (25-18, 25-14, 26-24) win over North Carolina Central.
The Lady Hornets led for most of the first two games, but had to come from behind to win the third game of the match. Trailing 8-1 and 17-10, ASU was able to come back and finally evened the game at 21. ASU was able to end the match winning five of the next eight points to pull out the two point win in the game and the match.
Tiara Kelley and Amber Bennett led the Lady Hornets with 10 kills each. Kelley hit .500 and Bennett .316 in the match. For Kelley, it was another big game in a weekend of strong play as she had been named to the Aggie/Spartan All-Tournament Team on Saturday following ASU’s action in the tournament.
Against NCCU Ellyn Jones and Brooke Beasley continue to be a solid one-two in setting as Jones finished with 17 assists and Beasley 11. Luiza Griz led ASU in digs with nine.
ASU (2-6) will host the ISTAP Collegiate Cup on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 13-14 at the Dunn-Oliver Acadome. The participating teams along with ASU will be New Orleans, Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Jacksonville State and Savannah State.
LADY HORNETS FALL IN FIVE AT AGGIE/SPARTAN INVITE
GREENSBORO, N.C.—The Alabama State University volleyball team opened play at the Aggie/Spartan Invitational with a tough 3-2 loss at North Carolina A&T.
Four of the five games were decided by two points with NCA&T winning the first two games by scores of 28-26 and 26-24. ASU came back to win the next two games by scores of 25-17 and 25-23. NCA&T was able to put the game away with a 16-14 win in the fifth game.
The Lady Hornets had three players reach double digits in kills led by Myla Marshall’s 20. Amber Bennett had 19 and Tiara Kelley had 10. All three players had career-highs in kills.
Ellyn Jones had 30 assists and Brooke Beasley added 25. ASU also had three players reach double digits in kills. Luiza Griz led the way with 15, Rachel Smith 13 and Jamie Coleman added 11.
ASU will face Murray State to begin tomorrow’s action at 11 a.m. and will end tourney play against North Carolina-Greensboro at 7 p.m.
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Alabama State Football: Hornets Arrive In Jackson For Early Season Showdown
JACKSON, Miss.–Alabama State University’s football team arrived in Jackson, Miss., today to put in some final preparations for the early-season showdown between Jackson State and Alabama State.
These two teams have been tied at the top of the East Division standings for the past three years and this is one of the earliest season meetings between the two teams in recent memory.
“I wouldn’t have scheduled it this early if I had my choice,” Head Coach Reggie Barlow said. “The SWAC conference scheduled these games in advance and it’s different because we have never played them this early. Of course we know it is going to be a challenge and it will be a challenge for them as well. We have to be mentally prepared and go with the approach to get off to a good start and get a victory.”
The game has been extemely close over the past three years. ASU won 32-30 in 2010, 21-14 in 2011 and last year JSU won 37-34. This year the coaches picked the two teams to finish one-two in the East and the winner of this early season game will have the early advantage in the race for the East.
The game will be broadcast live on ESPN3 starting with the 5 p.m. kickoff. ESPNU will show the game on a tape delay broadcast at 9:30 p.m. WVAS FM 90.7 will also broadcast the game live with the pregame set for 4:45 p.m.
Birmingham Water Works Board to Host H2O Foundation Golf Tournament
The Birmingham Water Works Board (BWWB) and its Help 2 Others (H20) Foundation will host its Ninth Annual H20 Foundation Golf Tournament on Monday, September 16, on the Valley and the Ridge of the track of the Oxmoor Valley Golf Course located on 100 Sunbelt Parkway Birmingham, AL 35211.
Registration and breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. with the shotgun tee-off beginning at 9 a.m. Participants for the 18-hole event will enter in teams of four, with a minimum donation of $150 per golfer. With the donation carts and lunches are provided. In addition, sponsorship opportunities are available to companies who would like to contribute with patron levels ranging from bronze to gold; bronze sponsorship allows a business to have one team of four, normal event participation and company recognition on event publications sent to the community. Participants are encouraged to gain support from friends, family, business and civic affiliations. Contributions can be sent to fund the H20 Foundation, a tax deductible 501-c3 organization, by checking the dollar amount of monthly contributions on your monthly water bill. Customers can contribute $1, $5, $10 or $20 on a monthly basis.
“The H2O Foundation is a nonprofit organization that partners with the Salvation Army to help pay the water bill or plumbing for disabled and senior citizens who are unable to do so,” said Joyce Jordan Tournament Coordinator, “This tournament fundraiser helps to defray the administrative cost of this project.”
Last year, the H20 Foundation Board voted to lower the eligibility requirements for low-to-moderate income customers from the age of 62 to 55. The Board believes with lowering the age it will allow them to serve more customers who are in need. Primarily the Foundation exists to assist those who need help paying their water bill, and/or those that need financial assistance with costs of plumbing repairs.
For additional information about the event contact Joyce Jordan, Tournament Coordinator at 205-244-4115.
