Let's Remember Them

Readers of Bark Di Trute have been curious about the whereabouts of some individuals who have been out of the spotlight for a while.

Their family members acknowledge the public's role in their success, noting how much they’ve been supported and cared for like family. Many of us want to know how our favourite personalities are doing these days.

Today, I’ll take a closer look at a few of the people you’ve been asking about.

 

A few fans of Derval Malcolm have contacted me because they are anxious to hear what is happening to Derval. The possibility of Derval Malcolm continuing on the radio is diminishing quickly. He is one of the few hardworking people in media who was a man of class. His diction is impeccable, and his command of a few languages was awesome. We are human beings and these things do happen.

Marcia Forbes has all the time for her grand-daughter

Dr. Macia Forbes, the former head of TVJ and she is a part of Phrase 3 Production seems to be doing better these days. Family support is doing a lot for her. She went through a period of illness but she can move around these days. She is now overseas, taking a break from Jamaica, and should be back in the beautiful climate to soak up the sun.

Past President of the Jamaica Theological Seminary and talk show host Reverend Dr. Garnett Roper suffered two minor strokes in the past. He has to be taking it easy these days. He is no longer active in the church and other places I understand.

The Hon. Hugh Gentles, my schoolmate and the Custos of Trelawny is a happy man these days. His wife fought a good fight and with blessings from above, she is still around. Hugh is related to the popular Phillips family, which has been associated with academia and politics. 

The public support for Christopher Seaga, the son of former Prime Minister Edward Seaga, has been overwhelming. I remember the first time I featured him in my blog; in about one week it had over 25,000 views. His kidney transplant was successful, and his astonishing fight to survive has been phenomenal.

This man has been through hell, and he continues to live his life. He certainly appreciates the love and concerns that Jamaicans from all walks of life have shown him. 

Franklin McDonald, the former head of of National Environment and Planning Agency and Director of the Office of Disaster Preparedness (Jamaica), now lives in Canada. He is unable to see, but technology allows him to function very well. Thanks to him for his support of SpotOn with Vernon Derby and Bark Di Trute.

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Flash Flood Warnings - November 29, 2024

Press Release Meteorological Service 20241129:

The Meteorological Service has:

Continued the Flash Flood Warning for low-lying and flood-prone areas of St. Mary, Portland, and St. Thomas. 

Issued a Flash Flood Warning for low-lying and flood-prone areas of Clarendon, St. Catherine, Kingston, and St. Andrew. 

Issued a Flash Flood Watch for the remainder of the Island. 

Effective until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 29, 2024.

The Broad Trough across the western Caribbean continues to produce a large area of disorganized showers and thunderstorms across the region including Jamaica. Rainfall observations indicate that moderate to heavy showers affected eastern and south-central parishes today and light to moderate showers elsewhere.

The forecast is for mostly cloudy conditions with periods of showers and thunderstorms to continue across the island, and especially across eastern and south central parishes through to Friday evening. Due to the periods of rainfall over the last few days, the ground is highly saturation and as a result, flooding and landslides are likely to occur across eastern and south-central parishes.

Additionally, fishers on the Cays and Banks, especially on the south coast, are urged to exercise extreme caution as sea conditions will continue to deteriorate in the vicinity of showers, thunderstorms and strong winds.

A FLASH FLOOD WARNING means flooding has been reported or will occur shortly. Motorists and

pedestrians should not attempt to cross flooded roadways or other low-lying areas as strong currents are likely. Residents in low-lying areas should be on the alert for rising waters and be ready to move quickly to higher ground.

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH means that flash flooding is possible, and residents are advised to take precautionary measures, keep informed by listening to further releases from the Meteorological Service and be ready for quick action if flooding is observed or if a Warning is issued.

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Harrison Names Toni-Ann Derby Senior Associate Director of Athletics and Chief of Staff

By: Alex Allard, Assistant Director of Athletics Communications

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University Vice President and Director of Athletics Gerald Harrison has named Toni-Ann Derby the Senior Associate Director of Athletics and Chief of Staff.

"I am excited to welcome Toni-Ann to Clarksville," said Harrison. "She brings a wealth of experience in collegiate athletics from various Division I conferences that will be beneficial to Austin Peay Athletics, our programs, and, most importantly, our student-athletes. I am confident that she will exhibit and promote that 'Total Gov Concept' throughout her career in Clarksville."

"I would like to thank Gerald Harrison for entrusting me to add value to his team," said Derby. "I'm excited to serve in a new capacity being on campus, providing direct support for coaches and student-athletes while being a contributing factor to the Govs community."

Derby comes to Clarksville after previously serving as the Director for Championships, Sports Operations, and Governance at the West Coast Conference, a position she had held since Sept. 2020.

While with the WCC, Derby served as the sport administrator and championship director of men's and women's tennis and rowing, and the championship director for men's and women's cross country. She also served as the league's liaison for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), coordinated all conference SAAC meetings and events, managed the WCC and NCAA committee nomination process and governance, and managed NCAA automatic qualification applications for the league.

Derby also was the secondary liaison for the WCC Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and the WCC Mental Health Advisory Committee. 

When the WCC served as a conference host for the 2021 NCAA Division I Women's College Cup in Santa Clara, California, Derby helped in practice coordination and assisted in team operations. She also assisted with the 2019 and 2021 NCAA Division I Softball Championship as a NCAA Site Representative for the Regional and Super Regional rounds.

Prior to joining the West Coast Conference, Derby served as the Assistant Director for Championships at the Sun Belt Conference, working primarily in championship operations, marketing, and administration. She created on-court marketing promotions for fan engagement at basketball tournaments and implemented the NCAA marketing plan which was used for all SBC Championships.

In 2019, Derby was a judge's liaison for the 2019 NCAA Gymnastics Baton Rouge Regional and served as a football game day ambassador for Louisiana State.

Derby began her career in the collegiate athletics industry as a Championship and Administrative Fellow for the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Aug. 2017-June 2018. While with the league, she assisted in all MAAC championships and special events, including SAAC initiatives and game-day graphic needs. She also assisted in the planning and execution of the 2018 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Regional in Albany, New York.

Before entering the collegiate industry, Derby served as a Legal and Recruiting Assistant at Shearman & Sterling, LLP and as an Assistant Installation Manager at Carpet One Floor and Home.

Derby currently serves on the Education/Professional Development Team for the Minority Opportunities Athletic Association.

A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Derby graduated from Pace University with a bachelor's degree in business administration and a marketing concentration in 2014. She then earned a master's of business administration in sports management from Florida International and Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid Universidad Europea in Madrid, Spain, in 2023. 

Note

Toni-Ann Derby is the daughter of Vernon Derby, the host of Bark Di Trute.

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Flash Flood Warning For St. Thomas

Press Release From The Meteorological Service 20241127 1700 EST:

The Meteorological Service has:

Maintained the Flash Flood Warning for low-lying and flood-prone areas of St. Mary and Portland.

Upgraded the Flash Flood Watch to a Flash Flood Warning for St. Thomas, and Discontinued the Flash Flood Watch for the remainder of the Island.

Effective until 5:00p.m. on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The Broad Trough across the central Caribbean continues to produce a large area of organized showers and thunderstorms across the region including Jamaica.

Rainfall observations indicate that moderate to heavy showers affected northeastern parishes since morning and light to moderate showers elsewhere.

The forecast is for mostly cloudy skies with periods of showers and thunderstorms to continue across the Island, and especially across eastern parishes through to Thursday evening. Due to the periods of rainfall over the last few days, there is a high possibility of ground saturation. As a result, flooding and landslides are likely to occur across eastern parishes.

Additionally, fishers on the Cays and Banks, especially on the south coast, are urged to exercise extreme caution as sea conditions will continue to deteriorate in the vicinity of showers, thunderstorms and strong winds.

A FLASH FLOOD WARNING means flooding has been reported or will occur shortly.

Motorists and pedestrians should not attempt to cross flooded roadways or other low-lying areas as strong currents are likely. Residents in low-lying areas should be on the alert for rising waters and be ready to move quickly to higher ground.

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