Ebony articles from April 2003

Ebony archives from April 2003

First Black woman lieutenant governor. (Speaking Of People).(Jennette B. Bradley)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Republican Jennette B. Bradley is the first African-American woman elected lieutenant governor, holding the post in Ohio, the seventh largest state. As lieutenant governor, she also is director for the Commerce Department and liaison to county...

First Black lieutenant governor of Maryland. (Speaking Of People).(Michael S. Steele)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Michael S. Steele is a Maryland and an American historymaker. In 2002, he became the first African-American lieutenant governor of Maryland. In 2000, he was the first African-American elected state Republican party Chair in modern times. Steele...

UPS Foundation president. (Speaking Of People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Evern Cooper is the first African-American and first female president of the nonprofit UPS Foundation, a division of the Atlanta-based UPS Corporation. She is also the first African-American and first female vice president of UPS corporate...

Rosa Parks. (Letters To The Editor).
April 1, 2003... Thank you for the wonderful article, "What Barbershop Didn't Tell You About Rosa Parks" (Feb. 2003). Because of Ms. Parks, Martin Luther King Jr. and countless others' willingness to sacrifice their very beings, we as a people are able to grasp...

Dumped! (Letters To The Editor).
April 1, 2003... This is in response to the article, "Dumped"! How Sisters Can Put It Back Together" by Zondra Hughes (Feb. 2003). Why not write a similar article, "DUMPED! How Brothers Can Put It Back Together?" Even though I enjoy reading EBONY each month,...

Sisterspeak. (Letters To The Editor).
April 1, 2003... I would like to thank Lynn Norment immensely for the Sisterspeak column, "This Valentine's Day, Love Yourself," (Feb. 2003). It was truly a beautiful piece, encouraging women to take time out to love themselves on Valentine's Day. I feel we...

10 Hottest Couples. (Letters To The Editor).
April 1, 2003... Thank you for putting the article, "10 Hottest Couples" (Feb. 2003). I would like to congratulate all the couples and wish them the best of luck. I was also happy and jealous to see the wedding pictures of Dondre Whitfield and his beautiful...

Fashion fair. .(Correction Notice)
April 1, 2003... Editor's Note: In the article, "Black Designers Introduce Spring Fashions" (Feb. 2003), there was some incorrect information regarding the garment and the designer. The belted trenchcoat, which was designed by Francis Hendy, is a...

Money talk$. (Letters To The Editor).(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2003... Regarding your column, "Romance And Finance: For Love And Money" (Feb. 2003), a man shouldn't have to bring home all of the bacon. Put all your money together as one, no matter who's bringing home how much or how little. Both of you will win in...

Mousecapades.('Six Easy Pieces')(Book Review)
April 1, 2003... ANY new book by veteran author Walter Mosley is an event worth waiting for, and Six Easy Pieces (Atria Books Hardcover, $24) does not disappoint the legions of Easy Rawlins' fans. With this collection of stories, Mosley resurrects one of his...

Top shelf.(16 books)(Book Review)
April 1, 2003... SKINNY WOMEN ARE EVIL: NOTES OF A BIG GIRL IN A SMALL-MINDED WORLD (Atria Books Hardcover, $23.00) by comedian Mo'Nique and Sherri McGee is an amusing guide to being a big woman in a small woman's world. The book's language can get as raw and...

What if you were a woman? (For Brothers Only).
April 1, 2003... AS it has been for millions of years, relationships between men and women have at times been a virtual tug-of-war, fought on different fronts with both sides desperately trying to protect their territory. And in doing so, it's no wonder...

Sounding off. (The Best In Recorded Music).('Rural Renewal')('Donnie McClurkin ... Again' )(Sound Recording Review)
April 1, 2003... THE CRUSADERS are back and kicking with a new recording, Rural Renewal (Verve). After a 20-year separation, the legendary group has reunited to deliver a vibrant set that reminds listeners how endearing and enduring the talented jazz combo is....

In Bright Mansions. (The Best In Recorded Music).(Sound Recording Review)
April 1, 2003... On the recording IN BRIGHT MANSIONS (Curb Records), THE FISK JUBILEE SINGERS showcase the talent that has made it a legend since its first public performance in 1871. This is a collection of spirituals that range in character from "I'm Got a...

Also noted. (The Best In Recorded Music).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... ALSO NOTED: Solange, Solo Star (Columbia); Brian McKnight, Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda (Universal/Motown); Kindred the Family Soul, Surrender to Love (Hidden Beach); Lil' Mo, Meet the Girl Next Door (Elektra); Les Nubians, One Step Forward (Om...

How to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft. (Money Talk$).
April 1, 2003... CARLOS Lomax figured out a way to buy more than $100,000 worth of merchandise without paying for it. He charged it to the Smiths--rapper/actor Will Smith and Atlanta Hawks' basketball player Steve Smith. Lomax's spending spree came to an...

Spring trippin'. (Travel Guide).(Calendar)
April 1, 2003... It's been a long, cold winter, but now it's time to hit the road and let your fancy turn to thoughts of springtime. Go shopping for traveling clothes to take you from the Easter parades to the beaches for spring break for students. Throw in an...

Grace under pressure. (Sisterspeak).
April 1, 2003... AMONG the most stressful events in one's life are the death or illness of a loved one, changing jobs, selling a house, buying a house, moving, marriage, divorce, and discovering that your spouse is cheating. In a matter of hours I experienced...

Benefits of children's vaccinations: `how safe is it to bypass vaccinations that have been a part of growing up?' (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Q As a mother of three young children, I try to make sure that they get whatever routine vaccinations and other medical attention that experts recommend, trying to be sure that they can grow up as healthy as possible. However, I'm a bit...

Facing irritable bowel syndrome. (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Q For a few years now I have had to deal with abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea and/or constipation. I'm 45 years old, and I've had this condition for the past two years. I really don't know if certain foods aggravate the condition...

The importance of warming up. (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Q I try to work out at least three times a week in my effort to stay in shape. I'm serious about this now that I have turned 40. My problem is that I don't have a lot of time to spend at the gym, so I don't go through the warm-up process. Is...

How La-Van Hawkins rose from the projects to a private jet and a multimillion-dollar empire.
April 1, 2003... HE LIVES by a simple philosophy: "In life, you don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate." And for much of his 40-year existence, fast-food mogul La-Van Hawkins has been game for the give-and-take. In fact, in matching what he...

Creating dream spaces: Chicago couple maintains character of historic home.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... WHEN Kevin and Kim Lee first moved into their red brick home in Chicago's Jackson Park Highlands area, they knew there was work to be done. If they wanted to create the space of their dreams, they knew they would have to maintain as much of the...

Hunk attack: 5 knockout males turn up the heat.
April 1, 2003... MEKHI PHIFER WHETHER portraying the dangerous thug on the big screen, or the sexy doctor who saves lives on television's hit drama series ER, Mekhi Phifer has a presence that commands attention. And he's getting plenty of it. ...

Thighs, thighs, thighs. (Body talk: Black health and fitness).
April 1, 2003... IF you believe the experts, there are basically two paths you can take on the road to firmer, fit thighs--diet and regular exercise, or minor plastic surgery. The pros and cons of both methods are quite clear. Pros of exercise: Fitness experts...

Why (some) women like `bad boys'.
April 1, 2003... OVER the last 12 months, some of Hollywood's sexiest Sisters have added a hint of spice to their good girl images, falling for the latest trend in romantic apparel--a hardcore thug on their arm. But Tamala Jones, who is linked with bad boy Nate...

`I met my husband online!' In the world of dating and mating, technology is an important element in connecting couples.
April 1, 2003... AFTER falling in love with the woman of his dreams, Carl Miller sublet his apartment and made the 1,200-mile drive from Louisiana to Maryland to be with Tracey Hale, the woman who had stolen his heart. Six months later, he asked her to marry...

Strictly for laughs.
April 1, 2003... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: "Hey! We just had this for lunch!" [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "That's where the teachers go to regain their sanity." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "That was you singing a few minutes ago? Thank...

Chief Charles Moose: sniper case creates new national hero.
April 1, 2003... ENOUGH." That was the answer a poker-faced Charles Moose gave last October during a press conference to a reporter who--in the midst of the manhunt for the D.C.-area sniper--had questioned how much sleep he was getting. Delivered with such...

The art of the bath. (Beauty & Style).
April 1, 2003... IT'S bath time. Time to relax and recuperate from the stresses of your world. Time to scrub away the grime and dirt that have besieged you during your hectic day. Time to lock the bathroom door and slip into something comfortable--your own...

How Tyrese changed his game. (Actor, Model, Sex Symbol, Singer).
April 1, 2003... IN the Secrets nightclub just outside Chicago, screaming women call out and reach for singer/model/actor Tyrese, who ignites the crowd by singing his ballad, "Sweet Lady," and by leading the women in a chant, "I want to go home with you,...

Ladies in red: daring sisters and their blazing crowns.
April 1, 2003... A growing number of Brothers have reported that some Sisters have them seeing red. And, according to them, it's definitely a good thing. No matter where you look--from the sassy Sisters in corporate America to the superstar Sisters working the...

Stylin' & profilin': casual chic and cutting-edge elegance for brothers on the go.
April 1, 2003... WHETHER they are in the spotlight or are making a statement in a more subdued setting, Brothers are at the head of the class when it comes to styling and profiling, setting the fashion tone that's being witnessed by millions around the world....

Super easy suppers. (Date With a Dish).
April 1, 2003... It could come as a surprise to some, but preparing a fabulous, trusty supper can be an interesting and funfilled endeavor. With a little thought and preparation, you no longer have to stress yourself to make an attractive, delicious supper for...

Made in Italy: 2003 spring fashions from Milan. (Ebony Fashion Fair).
April 1, 2003... Creations from Italian designers for the spring and summer 2003 season exude sexuality and sensuality. The fabrics are light and shimmering. The colors range from bright and racy to soft and seductive. And bare skin often is the prevailing...

Expert advice on love and relationships. (The Ebony Advisor).
April 1, 2003... `I am in love with two men. Please help!' Q I am in love with two men! I've been happily married for nine years and have young kids. I have absolutely no intention of EVER divorcing my husband because I don't think I could have done any...

Striking a balance: parenting, working and loving. (Parenting).(Anthony and Linda Brown)
April 1, 2003... AT 4:45 a.m., Anthony Brown, a 39-year-old computer specialist for the United States government, gets up, exercises for an hour, then wakes his 7-year-old daughter Eboni to prepare her for school. By this time, his wife, Linda Brown, a deputy...

Black College Queens 2003.
April 1, 2003... LOOK at them. From the crowns of their heads to the tips of their feet, they are trendsetters and leaders of tomorrow. They are the Black Queens of 2003, and they have shown that with beauty comes grace, style, intelligence, and a desire to...

Queen Latifah's roller-coaster ride to the top. .(Cover Story)(Biography)
April 1, 2003... SHE'S been up and she's been down, but there is no doubt in anybody's mind that Queen Latifah is now on top of her game. And that game is entertainment--movies, music and television. Turn on the spotlight and give her a microphone, and the...

From the Ebony files. (Memorable Photos).(astronaut Michael P. Anderson)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Astronaut Michael P. Anderson, on his second flight into space, was among six other astronauts who were killed when the space shuttle Columbia broke up during re-entry into the earth's atmosphere on February...