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Obama To US: 'Don't Succumb To That Fear' Following Suspected Bombing Incidents
Teenager Jailed In Death Of Woman Killed By Stray Bullet
New York -President Barack Obama sought to re- assure Americans Monday fol- lowing a series of suspected bombing incidents in New York and New Jersey over the weekend, and reaffirmed the US commitment to fighting the Islamic State.
"At moments like this, I think it's important to remem- ber what terrorists and violent extremists are trying to do: they want to hurt innocent people, but also inspire fear in all of us," President Obama said in New York, where he is staying for the United Nations general assembly meetings this week. "Even as we have to be vigilant and aggressive ... we all have a role to play as cit- izens in make sure we don't succumb to that fear."
President Obama praised the response from citizens in New York and New Jersey.
Tampa Bay Workshop On
KEN RUSSELL
The Tampa Bay Black Her- itage Festival will hold a free workshop for business owners and provide professional knowledge to participants on start-up businesses, how to grow your business, the proper steps on how to invest in yourself, your company and your employees.
The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016,from10A.M.to12P. M., at the Entrepreneur Col- laborative Center (ECC), 2101 East Palm Avenue (Ybor City), Tampa, 33605. The doors will open at 9:30 A. M. Free park- ing is across the street in the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office parking lot.
The following professionals will present at the workshop: Ken Russell. Ken joined the Florida Gulf Coast Business Center of the Principal Finan- cial Group in 2012 after a suc- cessful eighteen-year career as an educator in Hillsborough County. Similar to his father, Ken retired as an educator to fulfill his passion of helping individuals succeed by attain-
President Obama speaking to the nation concerning the bomb- ing in Manhattan.
"Folks around here, you know, they don't get scared. They are tough, they are resilient, they go about their business every single day. And that kind of toughness and resoluteness and a recognition that neither individuals nor organizations like ISIL can ultimately un- dermine our way of life. That's the kind of strength that makes me so proud to be an American," Obama said,
using another term for the Is- lamic State.
The President added, "By showing those who want to do us harm that they will never beat us, by showing the entire world that as Americans we do not and never will give in to fear: that's going to be the most important ingredient in us defeating those who would carry out terrorist acts against us."
TYRELL RASHARD WARREN
... Charged with second degree murder
A 19-year-old teenager has been charged with murder. He is accused of firing the bullet that struck a woman and killed her on June 23, 2016.
On the evening of June 23rd,
Mrs. Maria J. Rivera-Con- treras was sitting in a vehicle when she was struck by a stray bullet. Her brother drove her to the hospital, where she died as a result of her injuries.
Police said Mrs. Rivera- Contreras was in the car with family members delivering food to a friend when she was struck by the stray bullet.
The shooting took place near the Central Court Apartment Complex in the 400 block of E. Columbus Drive, shortly be- fore 10 p.m.
Her 9-year-old nephew and 16-year-old niece were in the backseat with her when she was shot, police said.
During the investigation, po- lice learned that there had
MRS. MARIA J. RIVERA-CONTRERAS
been and ongoing feud be- tween two young men in the neighborhood. Witnesses told police that one of the teenagers was known as “B.B.”
On the night of the shoot- ing, one of the men was riding his bicycle westbound on Columbus Drive when he was told some0ne was shooting at him. The man, known as “B.B.,” is alleged to have fired a gun in a westbound direction across Columbus Drive.
Mrs. Rivera-Contreras
was about 90 feet away from where the shot was fired when she was struck in the head.
Police identified 19-year-old Tyrell Rashard Warren, of Tampa, the man known as “B.B.” He was taken into cus- tody and charged with second- degree murder with a firearm, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. He is currently being held at the Hillsborough County jail without bond.
Black Heritage Festival Hosts Building Wealth To Investments
BILL TROTMAN
ing their goals, both person- ally and financially.
His practice centers on working with educators, healthcare professionals and business owners and execu- tives.
He is a member of NAIFA and The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce.
Bill Trotman. Bill found a successful niche in finance and marketing and is provid- ing his expertise to the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival. His sixteen years of experi- ence in the financial industry play a significant role in plan- ning financial and business seminars that the Festival of- fers.
In his role as a Financial Services Representative for TD Bank, N.A., Bill has helped develop, grow and assist many business owners in achieving their financial goals. Bill be- lieves in serving his commu- nity and has been a network group leader for the Temple Terrace Chamber of Com- merce.
Rolanda McDuffie.
ROLANDA MCDUFFIE
Rolanda has provided tax and accounting services to businesses and individuals for over 15 years. The accounting firm was established to pro- vide efficient, expert solutions to businesses and individuals. The mission is to partner with individuals/businesses for fi- nancial success by advising in their personal and business decisions, to keep finances sound.
This workshop is the fourth in a series of five 5 sponsored by the Tampa Bay Black Her- itage Festival and hosted by the ECC of Tampa. Partici- pants in this workshop will be eligible to receive free services by the advisory committee members.
Vendor spaces are available at this event. Free parking is across the street and in the Fire Department's parking lot. For additional information about vending opportunities for this workshop or future workshops, visit www.Tam- paBlackHeritage.org/semi- nars or contact Bill Trotman at (813) 507-1014.
East Tampa Undergoes Massive Cleanup
BY LEON B. CREWS Sentinel Staff Writer
City of Tampa Neighbor- hood Enhancement Manager, Sal Ruggerio, said a massive cleanup has been scheduled for East Tampa.
Ruggerio said last week- end they tackled the Highland Pines community.
“We have gotten complaints about overgrowth and aban- doned houses in that area needing our attention, but we had already planned a project for that community anyway.
“Next week, we’ll be clean- ing up the area from 15th Street to 22nd Street, and from Columbus Drive to 21st Avenue.”
Ruggerio said they are al- lowing people to work off community service hours on the projects, and he expects it to take a least a couple of months to complete because of dense population of East Tampa.
“We haven’t reached out to any community leaders to help us on these projects, be- cause we wanted to do this on our own.
“However, community lead- ers are welcome to join this ef- fort to help keep their areas clean.”
Ruggerio said any com- munity leader interested in getting involved in any of the cleanup projects can reach him at (813) 307-5525.
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