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Published each Thursday in Pembroke, N.C. I Carolina INDIAP^qi^e "Building Communicative Bridges In A Tri-Racial Settingr d????x,1510 -? & s ? Pembroke NC 28172 i?;ir VOLUME 31 NUMBER 38 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2003 ^ Lacy Cummings announces re-election bid for at-large seat on LREMC Board r 7? 1 I.acy Cummings announces his bid for re-election to the at-largc scat on tire Luntbee River EMC Board of Directors. The election will be held October 7th at the UNC-P Performing Arts Center at LREMC's annual meeting. Mr. Cummings. of the Mount Airy Community. 1ms served on the board this October will be 21 years. He is a member and deacon of Mt Airy Baptist Church and one of the largest farmers in the county . Mr. Cummings. in announcing his bid, released the following statements: "During my years of service on tire board of EMC. I have always sought to put the members interests first in all votes that 1 have cast. 1 will continue to to do so, if re-elected. "A corporation such as LREMC. which 1ms grow n to over a $100 million corporation annually, must have some leaders who will, w hen necessary , agree to disagree willi the majority Tins is good internally for the board and acts as a checks and balance system for good board and management belias 10r and as a watch dog for ctliical and honest behavior in the consumer decision making process. "1 promise to continue to be the kiivd of leader 011 the board who lias worked to hold electric rates in check for the past 15 years with no rate increase and have returned the highest capital checks to consumers in the history of the Co-op "Another area I will continue to be a leader in is economic development. The Co-op lias become a major player in economic development in the service areas bringing in federal dollars to help new businesses get started, existing businesses to expand and added new jobs. "The Comtcch Park in Pembroke is but one example of my commitment to seeing the Co-op help develop long range plans to attract industry to Robeson County 1 was one of the first to sec the vision of this project and w liat it can do for our region once the site is fully developed. I voted often to help advance LREMC's role on this park With our substation being across from the park. LREMC will serve and help hold down the electric rale for future generations of residential consumers. "In the early 1990 s. 1 voted for tlx: Co-op to set up and support federal recognition of the Lutnbec Tribe, which will be a major economic benefit to all races in the four county LREMC service areas. Now. today, we arc seeing the work the Co-op helped support move closer to reality, as the Lumbec bill now has niajor support on both sides of the aisle in Washington. D C It w ill benefit not only the Luinbces. but in economic development, a dollar turns over in the community up to seven times, and all citizens w ill benefit in the LREMC service areas. "I am proud to say that the consumers w ho have called on me over the past 21 years know if they hav e a problem concerning the Co-op, no matter what district tliey live in. I have always tried to help them to the best of my abili- i ty. I will continue to do so if reelected and pravfully ask for your support and vote October 7th. I promise to faithfully carry out my duties on the board with your vote and support always aware of tlie trust and faith you have in me. and with God's help, the Coop will continue to prosper and be here to serve future generations wiht a solid financial and leadership foundation. "Any consumers who would like to help in my campaign for reelection shouid call me directly at 521-4950 day or night. Thank you in advance for your prayers and support." Jimmy Goins files for Tribal Chairman Jimmy Goins of Prospect Community has filed to run for the prestigious seat of Lumbce Tribal Chair Currently. Goins is serving as District 4 (Burnt Swamp/Philadelphus) Council Representative As a member of the Tribal Council. Goins chairs the federal Recognition Committee and serves on the Housing, Personnel & Transition, and Economic Development Committee Jimmy also served on the Lumbee SelfDetermination Commission from August 1999-January 2001 . Goins has lived in the Prospect \ Community his entire life Serving his country, he fought in the Vietnam War and was awarded the Purple Heart After he was honorably discharged. Jimmy completed his college career at Pembroke State University with a Business Administration degree , An entrepreneur by nature. Jimmy owns and operates an insurance business that he started in 1995 with hard work and determination On numerous occasions. Mr Goins has traveled across the state and to Wash DC, to speak to policy makers about the importance of federal recogni tion His relationship with political leaders will be the key as the Senate and House vote on this issue It is imperative that this relationship continues to remain strong. Jimmy states that he believes it is time for the Lumbee people to have their own voice about the issues they face The sanctity of our heritage and our birthright tell us that the only way to move forward is to move together The time is now to uplift one another, because we have an obligation to our elders and to our youth. As Chairman of Federal Recognition, he feels a strong will to see the tribe fully recognized He believes that as a federally recognized tribe, we would gain the respect that we justly deserve In addition. Jimmy is a member of Union Chapel Holiness Methodist Church where he taught as a Sunday School teacher and is a Trustee, Board Member and Steward Currently. Jimmy serves on the Lumber River Rural Transportation Planning Committee Jimmy is married to Diane Locklear Coins, has three daughters. Rhonda Dial, Jackie Deese and Jamie Goins and five grand children With a strong business background, good relations with other political leaders and a loyalty to his country and people, Jimmy will continue to fight for full federal recognition as Lumbee Tribal Chair "The Lumbee people are closer than ever in 100 years to becoming federally recognized," Goins States "it is important to keep the lines of communication open with our political leaders in the House and Senate " j Crafts to be on display at FirstHealth PEMBROKE- Craftsmen from throughout Robeson County will show off their talents and display their wares Saturday . Scpl.27. from 9a.m. to 5:00p.m. at the second annual FirstHealth Center for Health & Fitness-Pembroke Crafts Fair. The public is invited to get a head start on Christmas shopping at the free event, which will include children's activities as well as entertainment presented by local singing and drama groups and dance and cheer leading teams. The Center for Health & Fitness-Pembroke is located at 923 W. Third Street.. Pembroke For more information, call (910) 521-3777. Fairmont ? Farmers Festival Oct. 18 The Fairmont Fanners Festival will be held on Saturday. October IK. It is a fun filled day that begins with a parade at 10:00 a.m. followed by a car and antique tractor show. food, crafts and various entertainment throughout the afternoon The Coastline Band will top off the day with a pcrfonnancc at HiDollar Warehouse The show starts at 9:00 p.m. and lasts until 1:00a.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door Please come and join us! Message from Miss j Lumbee Morgan Hunt ! I am not a young girl, nor an) I a respected eider, but in my time. 1 have experienced the feeling of not feeling safe in our country. 1 have witnessed good times and despair in our local economy. 1 have experienced the difficulty of being Lumbcc in such uncertain times. I believe we must all do something now to support our country, our Lumbcc nation, and our people. It is time to move forward in one accord and become a more profitable people . in spirit, in body, and in mind It is my belief that 1 can bring something of a renewal to the people of the Lumbcc Nation. I know heritage and traditions that 1 feel 1 should teach to enable future generations. 1 know Uiat 1 can act as a role model for our youth and oltiers My grandparents have always taught . " remember that the generations that came before me and the seven generations lliat follow will sec all I do . and it is my desire that they look at inc with pride." Over tlie y ears my goal lias been to do my best, whether it was academics, singing, modeling, or pageants. Becoming Miss Lumbce has been a drcain of mine since childhood I have been greatly inspired by past ' Miss Luntbees' to follow in their ' footsteps, now hoping to inspire '< otlicr little girls to do the same, i To me. Miss Lumbcc is more ] than a beauty pageant, it's a com- , mitment of serv ing the Lumbcc people. I realize that no one is 1 made of a perfect mold. and. for a representative . we need someone i who is normal, someone who possesses the image of the girl next door 1 want to liave the cliancc to get to know all of you on a personal level, that matters most. When I speak, it is. with the understanding that all w ords have power It is my desire my words be guided through lire rich tradition of the Miss Lumbcc crow n My crow n is my megaphone to educate about heritage. health.( especially the Native killer diabetes). and hope It is my responsibility to walk in both worlds and inspire greatness in others 1 and myself And. because of this, 1 feel truly blessed to be called i Miss Lumbcc. < Please conic out and join us at our powwow on October .11 November 2. 200.1. For more < information, please v isit our j website at www.lumbcc.org I | look forward to seeing you there! j Clark Runs for District 7 i C Vinta "Cookie" May nor Clark has filed to run for a scat on the Luinbee Tribal Council to represent District 7. "First of all I want to thank my friends who believe in lite hope of a brighter tomorrow for the Lumbcc people for paying my filing fee to run in this election." Clark said "I make no political promises about what I am going to do. however. I do have several goals in ntind w hich arc (I) to create a monthly newsletter to inform our people about what services and where they arc available. (2) to see the creation of a transportation service for our elderly, handicapped and those on a fixed income; (3) to take the time to listen and the time to care; (4) to locate resources which arc not available within tlx: Lumbcc tribe for it's members, and (5) to create a permanent operational food bank for the Lumbcc people There arc a lot of people who don't go to church and this is w here the food < is at." Clark continued 1 Clark is a freelance journalist ' and a published author with 1 many articles and works to Iter credit Site serves as Church Administrator and Food Bank < Coordinator for Glory land Road ' Ministries Inc. of Red Springs, f NC. Claik is a paid consultant f for Our Father's Children Day c Care & Learning Center of Racford She retired from the outdoor drama "Strike at the Wind" after 24 seasons A widow and mother of two. she enjoys being able to help others and is a ; volunteer and computer tutor at the Pembroke Public Library "1 look forward to this race I think it will really be interesting just to sec what everyone can pull out of their hats and see all of the empty promises they make." she stated Message from Teen Miss Lumbee Lindsey Jacobs -icllo! I'm Lindsay Jacobs . the 17 year old daughter of Ricky ind Gail Nagrampa. 1 am proud 0 be your Teen Miss Lumbec 1003-2004! 3cing Teen Miss Lumbce lias teen a goal I had set for myself ind worked to achieve for a very long time. Now that I have achieved that goal. I have set a new one for myself. My goal as Teen Miss Lumbee litis year is to touch the lives of ihc youth not only in m> community but also the surrounding communities through song. Letting them know tliat it is perfectly fine to have dreams and goals in life. Dreams are goals with wings. All we have to do is believ e and we can achiev e any tiling we set our minds to! 1 ant a scmor in Lumbcrton High School I participate in many extracurricular activities, such as cheering on the Lumbcrton High School varsity cheerleading squad. NASA Club. AISES club, and singing in my church Whitehill Freewill Baptist. Some of my hobbies include singing, reading, playing soccer with my sister Raina playing baseball with my broth:rs Rick and Randall and spend- > ng time with my family and "riends am very excited about my reign is Teen Miss Lumbce the comng year. 1 know with tlie help ind guidance of my Lord and savior, the one who made all this xtssiblc, and your continuing iravers and support 1 will be all 1 an be. Studio One Lab Series to begin studio One Lab Scries of PSRC )atcs/Times September 25-27 at ':00pm. 2003 September 28 at 6:00pm. 2003 .ocalion: The Plaza in downown Lumbcrton.with the ntrancc at Bravo Studios. 209 N lm St Left- Tract Johnson and Danielle McLean were presented the Grace F.pps High School Scholarship by Pembroke Business and Professional Women's Organization's Pice-President, Sherry l.ynn Odom. Traci graduated from Fairmont High School and plans to attend UNC Wilmington. Danielle graduated from South Robeson High School and plans to Jttend Chapel Hill University
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