In the world of public service, where meetings, movements, and moments often collide in a blur of urgency, some mothers manage to raise children with both purpose and poise. Betty Blakes is one of them. A mother of…
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Blakes hospitalized after fall
Friends and family are praying for the rapid recovery of community leader and former city council chair lady Betty Blakes. Blakes was hospitalized last week after a fall in her home. She broke bones in her legs and ankles and…
Southside Dream torpedoed by Dawson refusal to schedule vote
Assistant city attorney says this administration will not “allow” Dawson to schedule any vote the mayor does not approve. Past council Presidents say the mayor has no power over council agenda. Despite promises to place the $25 million Southside…