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Follow on Google News | Dallas “Remembering Katrina” Event Enlightens and CelebratesHurricane Survivors Share Through Film, Literature and Dance
By: Write Creations The event began with a special screening of excerpts from the National Geographic film Deadly Floods. Following the screening, the Katrina survivor featured in the film, Imani Williams, shared an emotional speech on her struggles during and after the storm. Lynette Norris Wilkinson, author of the award-winning book UNTOLD: The New Orleans 9th Ward You Never Knew (www.HurricaneKatrinaStories.com) Vicki Meek, director of the South Dallas Cultural Center, a sponsor for the event, served as emcee. Participants and sponsors for the event received a proclamation from the City of New Orleans and its mayor for their participation and efforts in the commemoration of Hurricane Katrina. In addition to Ms. Meek, recipients include Lynette Norris Wilkinson; Imani Williams; Michelle Gibson; The Dallas Weekly; The Brass Band; David’s Seafood Grill in Cedar Hill; The Big Easy New Orleans Style Sandwiches in Plano; Barnes and Noble Creekwalk Village in Plano; Red Lobster in Duncanville; Note to editor: Photos available here (http://hurricanekatrinastories.com/ End
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