Florida Sentinel Bulletin

KRUNK FOR CHRIST HOSTS 3^RD ANNUAL MOTHER’S DAY BANQUET

        Krunk For Christ held its 3^rdAnnual Mother’s Day Banquet Extravaganza on the eve of Mother’s Day. The event was held in the Life Center of New Hope M. B. Church. Emcees for the evening were: Corey Felton, Howard Word and Tamara Shamburger. Bishop Michelle B. Patty presented awards to many of those responsible for the success of the event. Some of those in attendance were: from left, Corey (King Cobra) Felton who holds the awards for Attorneys Thomas Parnell and Dan Swoope; Atty. Paul Rebein, Bishop Patty, retired Tampa Chief of Police, Jane Castor, Rep. Shawn Harrison, David Straz, Jr. and Ms. Shamburger. (Photograph by Julia Jackson)

TAMPA CITY COUNCIL PRESENTS COMMENDATION TO RETIRING FIRE CHIEF

       Thursday morning, the Tampa City Council presented a commendation and plaque to retiring Fire Chief, Tom Forward, for his 35 years of service to the community. Chief Forward officially retires on May 20, 2018. Joining him at City Council Chambers were: Brandi Lockett, niece; Lakia Forward, daughter; Mrs. Cynthia Forward; Chief Forward, Marty Forward, son; Chelsea, Farrell; and Thomas Forward, II, (Deace), son. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

AARON’S HOUSE FOUNDER HOSTS 3^RDANNUAL FUNDRAISER

       Attorney Pamela Robinson hosted the 3^rdAnnual Fundraiser for Aaron’s House on Sunday, May 6^th. The event was held at the Rusty Pelican Restaurant and the theme was “A Dining Room Of Hope.” The guest speaker was Tampa Bay Times columnist, Ernest Hooper. Aaron’s House was founded as a 501(c)3 organization to provide temporary housing for family members and caregivers of those in need of supportive services and peer-to-peer support. Atty. Robinson recognized several individuals. Shown are honorees and several Board Members. Standing in front: Darlene Johnson (Aaron’s House Board Member), Denard Span (honoree), Gloria Young (Board Member), actress Angela Robinson (Haves and Have Nots), founder, Pamela Robinson (Angela’s sister), Marilyn Johnson (Board Member) and Pat Bexley (Board Member). Second row: honorees, Leroy Staley, Tyrone Keys, Chloe Coney, former State Senator Arthenia Joyner, Jane Castor, Dr. Walter Smith, Attorney Warren Hope Dawson and Rufus Lewis. (Photograph by Julia Jackson)

OPENING CEREMONY HELD FOR WARREN HOPE DAWSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

            The Opening Ceremony for Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School in Riverview was held on Saturday, April 28^th. The school opened its doors to more than 500 students in August of 2017. Attorney Dawson, a native of Mulberry, Florida, and graduate of Florida A&M University, served as an officer in the U. S. Army. He returned to school after his military stint and earned his law degree from Howard University, School of Law, graduating in 1966. The Civil Rights attorney became the first African American to practice in federal court in Tampa. Attorney Dawson is best known for his role as lead counsel for the plaintiffs in the now famous 1974 lawsuit known as Manning vs. the School Board of Hillsborough County.Attorney Dawson, right, is shown with Superintendent Jeff Eakins. (Photograph by Frederick Harris)

GEORGE EDGECOMB BAR ASSOCIATION HOSTS SCHOLARSHIP BANQUET 

            The George Edgecomb Bar Association hosted the 35^thAnnual Scholarship Banquet on Monday evening, April 23, 2018. The event was held at the Downtown Hilton Hotel. FordHarrison sponsored the banquet. The keynote address was delivered by sports analyst, Hall of Famer, author and philanthropist, Dick Vitale. Among the community supporters in attendance were: from left, Victor Young, H. Lee Moffitt, School Board Vice Chair, Tamara Shamburger, Bill Brand and B. Lee Green, Ph.D. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

CELEBRITIES JOIN ‘YOU DESERVE TO BE LOVED’ GIRLS’ SUMMIT

             The 2018 “You Deserve To Be Loved” Girls’ Summit was held this past weekend in the auditorium at Middleton High School. There were several activities for girls in 6^thto 12^thgrades, a variety of speakers and special, surprise guests. Among the celebrities who spent time with the girls on Saturday were: left to right, Tia Norfleet, first Black and only female NASCARdriver; Femita Ayanbeku, Team USA Paralympian and fastest female blade runner; Dr. Jeffery Johnson, founder of the “You Deserve To Be Loved”Girls’Summit; Dinasty Brown, entrepreneur and Social Media Consultant; and Siobhan Monique, Soul Singer and Song Writer. 

MIDDLETON HIGH SCHOOL JROTC AWARDS DAY

                  George Middleton Senior High School held it Awards Day recently for the JROTC. Several area individuals with military affiliation were in attendance, including the school’s first Principal, Henry “Shake” Washington. The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) of Tampa Bay presented certificates to several of the students. Tyna Middleton, President of ASALH, and Deirdre Tatum, Secretary of ASALH, presented certificates to: Nyomi Franco, Ebony Knight, Issac Chang and Michael Hill. Dr. Kim Moore is Principal of the school and Major Mike Mistretta, USAF, (Ret.) is the instructor. (Photograph by Frederick Harris)

PLATINUM ANGELZ RIDERS CLUB HOSTED ANNUAL EVENT 

                  The ladies of the Platinum Angelz Riding Club (R/C) hosted cycle riders from near and far last month when they held their annual event. The event was held at the Letter Carriers Hall in West Tampa and attracted male and female cyclists, representing in their colors. Music was provided by DJ Pun of WURK, FM 96.3. The Platinum Angelz R/C uses proceeds from the event for their community projects. Platinum Angelz in attendance were: Pamela Batten, Cheryl Bright, Candra Granville, Aileen Brown, Tamera Armstrong, Charlene Bowens, and Franchetta Haughton. (Photograph by Frederick Harris)