Religion

Annie Polite’s  Freedom Struggle Won*

     Annie C. Polite has fought her last fight for freedom and won her last victory. She was memorialized and there were only tears of joy in the Ritz Theatre, for the woman who was mother of the of the Brunswick, Ga Movement. So humble was Annie Polite that her niece, who had known her most of her life, did not know of her many achievements and civic work. She was memorialized October 8. Her spirit lives. […]

Local News

Eta Nu/Quettes Celebrate Cancer Awareness Month

     The Eta Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., in coordination with the Quettes (a supportive, auxiliary organization composed of wives and significant others) held a combined celebration on Friday,  October 7, 2022, in recognition of the victims and survivors of cancer. Under the auspices of the Social Action committee chaired by Brother Melvin Davis, Quettes, Omega men, and the community at large joined forces to highlight and honor those who lost their lives in the battle against cancer and to celebrate the myriad victories. In doing so participants shared their stories and testimonies, offering vital information about treatment, relationships with doctors and other medical experts and the undeniable hope inherent in the human spirit. […]

Entertainment

Glorious Gospel Events Are Coming to Ali Cultural Arts Center

     Pompano Beach Arts is proud to present the inspiring new Fifth Sundays Gospel series at Ali Cultural Arts Center. Produced and presented by Pompano Beach native Pastor George Rich, the well-known and much-respected spiritual leader of Pompano’s P3 Church will be showcasing some of the best Gospel performers in South Florida. The series, which will be held on months with five Sundays, launches October 30, 2022, with The South Florida Gospel Singers, Earth Angels, and Zion Sons. Tickets are $10, available at  www.pompanobeacharts.org […]

Local News

Pompano Beach Cultural Center Presents Fruition by Tropical Botanic Artists Nine Creators Display Stunning Horticultural Images

     Pompano Beach Cultural Center is proud to present a group exhibition entitled Fruition by Tropical Botanic Artists, a Miami Florida Artist Collective. This exhibition of original botanical art focuses on the intriguing variety of fruits, nuts, and seeds produced by South Florida’s abundant native plant species. The opening reception takes place on October 14, 2022, at 6pm and the exhibition runs through January 3, 2023. For more information, www.pompanobeacharts.org. […]

Sports

Plantation Colonel Jamari Haynes, Westside Gazette’s Student/Athlete of the Week

      The effusive, infectious persona of Jamari Haynes was readily apparent after speaking with Plantation Colonel head coach Steve Davis and reading about him and his family. He personifies every quality that we admire in a student/athlete both  academically and athletically. And it took Coach Davis every bit of 5 seconds to nominate Jamari once he was broached about recommending one of his athletes for the Westside Gazette’s weekly feature.  […]

Local News

Good Morning America (GMA) is Coming to FAMU’s Homecoming

    FAMU President Larry Robinson. Ph.D., made the announcement this week at the University’s Board of Trustees meeting. He said GMA coming to town just adds to the homecoming experience.  “We have a wonderful tradition of Homecoming here with Rattlers coming from all over.  To allow the rest of the world to see some of the festivities, experience the rich culture, and hear about the accomplishments of our graduates and students at FAMU, it doesn’t get any better than that.” […]