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CSCN talks to Shanice McKinley

Reed, Pageant Director of Miss

Compton Pageant.

CSCN: What inspired you to

resurrect the Miss Compton

Pageant?

I was inspired to re-open the Miss

Compton pageant because growing up

in the City of Compton and being a

student in the Compton Unified

School System, I was often stereotype

negatively when I would mention I

was from the City of Compton. Addi-

tionally I dislike the negative stereo-

types that were associated with my

community because I knew that great

things come out of the city of Comp-

ton. Not everyone fits the stereo-

type. In grade school, I was a kid that

tried to continue to do the right things

to become successful. I was an honor

student in high school, a scholar ath-

lete, I was a part of many college prep

programs, and I submersed myself in

many school extracurricular activities

such as being a writer for the school

newspaper. So with all of the positive

things I was doing to get ahead, and

become successful, I wanted to be

viewed as the same as any other stu-

dent from any other school trying to

do the right thing.

A few flashbacks of being stereotyped that

really inspired me to speak up was before

re-opening the Miss Compton Pageant and

becoming Miss Compton. I remember

moments such as taking field trips with my

college prep programs in our Compton

Unified School District school bus and

people looking at us as if the bad kids have

just arrived.

Another example is in college on my first

day in the dorms and my roommate refus-

ing to come to our dorm for like 2 weeks

because she found out she had the room-

mate from Compton. So when I got the

opportunity to compete in the Miss Cali-

fornia USA Pageant, I felt it was the per-

fect opportunity to showcase to the world

the great things that come from Compton.

While I was competing in the Miss Califor-

nia USA pageant representing the City of

Compton, I received a lot of media atten-

tion. When I finished competing I felt as if

I didn’t want it to end with me, and I

wanted to give other girls the opportunity

to share their success stories with the

world representing the City of Compton.

The Miss Compton Pageant gives me the

opportunity to continue to inspire people

that it’s not where you come from, but

how you finish.

CSCN: You were previously a contestant

in the Miss California USA pageant and

were selected to represent the City of

Compton. Tell us about that experience?

I had a great experience representing the

City of Compton in the Miss California

USA Pageant. I was able to gain so much

support from my local community mem-

bers, and community business. During my

run for Miss California USA, my platform

was to shine a positive light on the City of

Compton and to showcase the positive

things in Compton .

I wanted people that never been to Compton or didn’t plan on visiting the City of Compton to know

and understand that not everyone that comes from the City of Compton is a drug dealer, gang banger, rappers, etc. but we are a community that is made up of professionals, edu-cated individuals, talented and kind hearted people. Even though I did not win the state title, the Miss California USA gave me a platform to talk about what I was passionate about and show the other things in Compton that was not talked about in mainstream media very often. CSCN: You re-launched the Miss Compton Pageant to cre-ate the same opportunities for other young ladies, how has the re-emergence of the pageant served young women in the community in the past several years? The re-emergence of the Miss Compton pageant has served as a transformation process for many of the young girls and young women that has been a part of the Miss Compton Pageant Family. The Miss Compton Pageant has been the place where contestants can truly be mentored some who were shy, not sure of themselves, or may grow up in a home without many good role models can be around other like mind people that want better for themselves. Also, we have given girls modeling opportunities, internship opportunities, and career opportunities. We also continually providing a platform for our girls to network and to be in front of very successful individuals that can help them reach their goals. CSCN: You just recently held the 2014 pageant. Tell us about this experience and about the current Miss Comp-ton, JaTiara Fuller I feel that the pageant gets better and better each year. I would consider the Miss Compton Pageant 2014 a huge success. We had so many people that come out to support us from our community and other communities. We had approximately 300 people that come out to support. And the girls were so talented and beautiful this year; I know the judges had a hard job. (CONTINUE ON PAGE 5 )

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Congratulations to 6th District resident Ms. Alice Robinson for receiving a personal thank you note for her service to the community from President Obama. Ms. Alice has been feeding the hungry & homeless monthly for over 11 years at King Park.

Boys & Girls Club of Carson

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the Del Amo Fashion Center, Macy's Torrance, California and Robinsons-May in Torrance. Another excuse to go shopping today.

CARSON HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI

Class of 1974 & Alumni Friends CHS 40 Yr Reunion is com-

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Dress to Impress in the Era of Your Choice (even 2014 so anything lol!).

Come CELEBRATE this great milestone in our lives Oct. 4! Here's the

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Labor Day Parade and Picnic at Banning Park

There was overwhelming community support along with and our local elective

officials in Congressional District. Congresswoman Janice Hahn, Harold Williams

Carson Mayor, and many others. Carson Mayor Harold Williams, Alene Harris,

Julian Burger, Carrie Scoville and David Greene.

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Carson Resident Jawane Hilton Running for Car-

son City Council in March 2015

As active voters in our community, my wife and I would like to add you to

our growing list of early supporters, because with your vote, we can keep

this city moving forward. Currently our community deserves a repre-

sentative who is committed to the city. I was raised here and I am raising my family here. Moreo-

ver, our community deserves someone on the council who actually wants to be there – and not

just warm a seat until a better political opportunity arises. As a former human relations and cur-

rent public safety commissioner, I have always acted in the best interest of our community. As

the former director of public policy for Center for Community & Family Services (Carson), I have

always fought to improve the quality of life

for all residents of Los Angeles County. I

think we need fresh leadership and that is

why I need your vote. I am urging you to

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California State University, Dominguez Hills has been ranked 10th in the nation for its contribution to public good by the D.C.-based magazine Washington Monthly.

This is the third year in a row the university has been in the top 10 among more than 650 universities across the country whose highest degree granted is the mas-ter’s degrees. “CSU Dominguez Hills’ mission is to ‘provide education, scholarship and service that are, by design, accessible and transformative,’ which is at the core of the Washington Monthly’s rankings,” University President Willie J. Hagan said. “We are extremely proud to be among the nation’s top universities that are open-ing the doors of higher education wider and giving students a comprehensive ex-perience that engages them both inside and outside the classroom.” . For a more in-depth look at the methodology of the rankings and the rankings themselves, click on the link: The Washington Monthly College Guide.

10th grader Monique Guerra wins $250 as 4th place contestant plus a kindle fire, case, and $50 gift certificate! 7 more of our stu-dents also won kindle fires and gift certifi-cates for their outstanding essays!

12th graders-Shiv Sulkar, Claudia Curiel, Adonis Rodriguez, Justin Silva, and Luis Curiel 11th graders-Antonio Oribello and Kemoeshae Cook.

CONGRATULATIONS TO 8 CHS

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LITERARY SOCIETY

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Have you purchased your ticket for the 36th Annual Wisdom

From Above Luncheon with Dr. Betty R. Price? The last day to

purchase your ticket is September 28th!

The luncheon will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at The

Disneyland Hotel, 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA. Ticket cost is

$65.. Click the link below to purchase your ticket today http://

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36th Annual Wisdom From Above

Luncheon with Dr. Betty R.

Price The City of Carson Women’s Issues

Commission will be hosting an educa-

tional program to promote the under-

standing and awareness of women’s issues and social services for women

and their families on October 25.

The symposium, “Women in the 21st Century”, will run from 9:30 a.m. to 1

p.m. at the Congresswoman Juanita Millender-McDonald Community Cen-

ter located at 801 E. Carson Street in Carson. The symposium is open to the

public and admission is free.

Topics of discussion include financial management for women, caring for

aging parents, fitness and health tips, and career achievement for local

trailblazers.

The Women’s Issues Commission assists the City in addressing women’s

issues such as domestic violence, equality in employment areas, teen-

dating and unwed motherhood. It would also provide Carson women with

information and referrals to service agencies and organizations dealing

with women’s issues.

The commission meets every fourth Monday of the month, 6 p.m. at Car-

son City Hall. For more information about this symposium, please call (310)

952-1729.

City of Carson to Host Women’s

Symposium on

October 25

CARSON GIRLS SOFTBALL BACK TO BACK

CITY CHAMPIONS!

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By Andre Hayes

Written by two former college athletes, Your Brain Is a Muscle Too is

an essential guide to success in the classroom and on the play field for any student athlete. Taking readers through all the steps toward success for student athletes — from obtaining athletic scholarships to finding the right sports agent — Your Brain Is a Muscle Too should be mandatory reading for every student athlete. Insightful tips range from how to adapt to the intensity of the col-lege environment to how to most effectively study for exams and how to avoid the pressures of drugs and alcohol. While this book is invaluable for all students, it is the first book that addresses the specific concerns of African -Americans in a college setting. Your Brain Is a Muscle Too offers guidance and heightens awareness in areas such as academics, in-terpersonal relations, money matters, time management, and the social transition from high school to college. It includes colorful anec-dotes and candid advice, including contributions from Magic Johnson, Jimmy Jackson, and Kenny Smith.

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Del Amo Fashion Center is in the midst of a ma-

jor redevelopment which includes the construc-

tion of a brand new Patio Cafes in the heart of

the shopping center, near the central Macy's

store. The garden inspired dining pavilion is now open!

In February 2014, the north section of the shopping center (from the

old food court to just before the outdoor lifestyle wing) will shut down

to make way for the creation of a new state of the art two-level mall

Centrally located in Carson, Veo presents the ideal setting for families to

put down lasting roots and enjoy the comforts of home. Blending urban

convenience with small-town charm, this vibrant new gated community

invites you to experience hometown living with a unique enclave of con-

dominiums, townhomes and single-family homes. Smart home designs,

resort-style amenities and landscaped pathways keep happiness in play,

while a convenient Southern California location near dining, retail, enter-

tainment, transportation and employment centers makes room for more

family time. Discover a walkable village that’s as authentic as you are. The

joy of community beckons at Veo. Starting from the Mid $200,000s

Debuting Fall 2014. Interest list is forming at http://veohomes.com/

Joi Hall has been featured as a guest on

TV Shows such as the Mike and Juliet

Show; mulitple radio shows including

actress Sheryl Lee Ralph's Diva Talk Ra-

dio, and she has been interviewed for

many articles such as on Bestwayto-

health.com .

For more information, visit http://

mizhall19.wix.com/joi-hall

My plans is continue to have a successful Miss

Compton Pageant, and I look forward to expanding

to re-opening the Miss Watts Pageant next year,

and mostly open up many other inner-city pageants

in the future to help youth that live in similar cities

like Compton around the world.

CSCN: Where can our readers connect with you?

They can always visit the pageant

at www.misscompton.com, like us on our Facebook

Fanpages Miss Compton or Miss Teen Compton,

and check out our YouTube channel MissCompton1

or simply email us at info@misscompton.com.

(Continued from Page 1—

Miss Compton)

The Community of

Compton is truly in

for a treat with the

current Miss Comp-

ton 2015, JaTiara Fuller. I am truly excited about

working with her this year. She is really big on

family & friends and spending quality time with

her loved ones. She is also someone that is a

strong believer that education is the key to suc-

cess and is an advocate for higher education. And

one of my favorite things about her is she truly

loves helping people. She is someone that takes

pride in helping build self-esteem and helping

others become successful. She is truly an amazing

person inside and out.

CSCN: Who was your biggest role model

growing up and why?

My biggest role model growing up was my moth-

er and Martin Luther King Jr. My mother was one

of my role models because raising me and my

siblings as a single parent mother, she sacrifice so

much of herself for her children. She is also the

most caring and loving person I know. My mother

really set a good example for me and my siblings

about the importance of sacrifice for the things

you love. My mother is an amazing woman with a

big heart. Growing up Martin Luther King Jr. was

one of my role models because I was truly in-

spired about how he continually stand up for

what he believed in no matter the consequence

he would have to pay. He was a leader that was

selfless, inspiring, compassionate, and someone

that had integrity. We need more strong leaders

Exciting changes are coming to

Del Amo Fashion Cen-

Joi Hall is a Youth Motivational Speaker,

Philanthropist, and Radio Host. She is

known as a resilience expert, and a well-

ness activist. Her national campaign,

"Dying To Be Thin Youth Eating Disorder

Awareness Movement", has recently

gained national attention to help stop the

escalation of youth eating disorders. She

speaks out at universities, conducts work-

shops, and has done multiple interviews

for radio shows and articles on Eating

Disorders, Nutrition & Wellness, Body

Image, and Self Esteem Issues.

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(BPT) - Cellphone plans these days can top

$100 or even $200 a month, once you in-

clude the cost of data. That's a lot of cash

just to stay connected.

Fortunately, consumers can take a few

easy steps to slash their bills - without

sacrificing quality.

1. Switch to a no-contract provider

You can cut your phone bill in half, or

more, simply by switching to a no-contract

provider. Consumer advocates point to no-

contract plans as a smart option for con-

sumers, offering competitive quality at

substantial savings.

What about the quality of service? Not to

worry: Many no-contract providers use the

same networks as the big carriers. Look for

language like "uses the world's largest GSM

network." That just means they route calls

over the same towers as one of the big

networks.

No-contract plans are soaring in popularity.

Nationwide, one in four cellphone owners

has a no-contract plan. Consumer advo-

cates are cheering the trend. "Many con-

sumers don't realize the savings that are

available simply by switching carriers," says

Norman Klugman, chief operating officer of

Pure TalkUSA, a leading no-contract pro-

vider. "Some of our customers have saved

hundreds of dollars a year - in at least one

case, enough to go on a Caribbean cruise."

2. Rely on Wi-Fi for data usage

The biggest reason cellphone bills are soar-

ing is the cost of data. Everyone loves to

stream music and video on the go and

many people are paying big bucks for the

privilege.

Take a look at your cellphone bill and see

how much data you're using each month.

Chances are you can cut down on that

number by using Wi-Fi wherever it's availa-

ble, which won't count against your

monthly

Five ways to save big money on

your cellphone bill

Once your data usage levels off to a more

reasonable level, make sure you aren't pay-

ing for more than you need. You may be able

to switch to a cheaper plan that includes less

data.

3. Ditch unlimited talk and text messaging

plans

Many cellphone users pay for unlimited talk

and text, which is often necessary. Try lim-

iting your monthly minutes and text message

use and see if you can get by on a more

slimmed-down, cheaper plan.

How do you cut back on minutes? Many

apps, such as Skype, offer free talk services

over Wi-Fi that enable you to chat with

friends without running up your bill. Texting

apps such as WhatsApp and GroupMe allow

you to send messages for free.

4. Stop using 411 and other paid directories

We've all been there. You're in a tough spot

and can't find the number of the closest gas

station or pharmacy, so you dial 411 on your

cellphone. Using 411 and other paid directo-

ries can add up quickly, costing a couple of

dollars for each call.

Instead, try using your Wi-Fi connection to

look up information on your phone's Internet

browser or maps application. Leading Web

search engines like Google and Bing also offer

free directory services.

5. Consider a family plan

It's economics 101: buying in bulk

saves money. This holds true for

phone service, too. Most carriers

offer some kind of family plan that

offers meaningful discounts for

getting the entire clan on the same

calling plan. Some even offer shared

data packages.

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2 lbs chicken thighs (may use skinless)

1 tbs oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbs grated fresh ginger or 1/2 tsp ground dry ginger

1/4 cup water

1/3 cup soy sauce

3 tbs honey

2 tbs molasses

1 tbs rice vinegar

1/4 cup sherry (apple juice may be substituted)

4 green onions sliced

1/2 tsp dark sesame oil

To thicken:

2 tbs cornstarch

1/4 cup water

Spray or line (with a slow cooker bag) a 5-6 quart slow cooker.

In a heavy large skillet, heat the 1 tbs of oil and brown chicken very well on both sides. Place browned chicken in slow cooker.

Saute garlic and ginger in the same pan you browned the chicken for about 1 minute. Add the 1/4 cup water, scraping up all the browned bits at the bottom of the pan. Add the soy sauce, honey, sherry, molasses and vinegar. Stir well and pour over chicken in slow cooker.

Cover slow cooker and cook on HI for 4-5 hours (or until chicken is done)

Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Add the sesame oil to the re-maining slow cooker juices. Mix cornstarch with 1/4 cup water. With slow cooker set to HI, slowly add the cornstarch mixture and stir until sauce is thickened. Let bubble about 1 minute to swell and cook the cornstarch.

NOTE: You may want to remove the juice to another pan if you used skin-on chicken as there will be fat. It will be easier to skim the fat if you re-move to another pan.

Preheat broiler to high. Place chicken on a broiler pan. Broil about 3 minutes each side or until chicken surface is slightly caramelized and bub-bly.

Place chicken on serving tray and pour sauce over chicken. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Serves 4-6. Nice with jasmine rice.

Talk Show Host Queen Latifah comes on board as the first Celebrity Chair of Taste of Soul! The multi-talented trailblaz-er and talk show host, Queen Latifah, a longtime supporter of Taste of Soul, has officially joined the TOS Nation. Be sure to watch The Queen Latifah Show everybody to show your love and support. Welcome to the Taste of Soul Family Queen!

Taste of Soul Creator and Founder Danny J. Bakewell Sr. an-nounced this year’s Co-Chairs Congresswoman Karen Bass, Councilman Curren Price, Assemblyman Isadore Hall, Los Angeles Unified School District Seat 1 Board Member Dr. George McKenna, KCBS-TV News Anchor Pat Harvey and the prestigious Ivey, McNeill & Wyatt Law Firm will serve as co-chairs of the 9th Annual Taste of SoulFestival October 18 on Crenshaw Blvd.

“Each of our co-chairs has demonstrated in their profes-sional and private lives their commitment to the Black com-munity and has steadfastly supported causes that inspire peace, unity and love,” stated Bakewell.

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