The Bese Saka Performing Arts Academy presented its version of "The Wiz" at the Martin Luther King Center, 15th and Vliet streets recently. Bese Saka’s mission is to create a positive influence that fosters increased self-confidence and pride by proving educational opportunities that develop skills in the performing and visual arts. Shown here are Quintel Robinson as the Scarecrow, Everett Lawrence, the Lion, Uwakue Omegbu as the Tin Man and Jasmine Morgan as Dorothy. (Kemp photo)

Members of the Viverette family posed for the "Community Journal" photographer after enjoying lunch at the Ponderosa Restaurant on Martin Luther King Drive recently. The family attended various functions throughout the day as their summer drew to a close. (photo by Harry Kemp)

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