Local News

 The UniverSoul Circus

This Sunday, I had a wonderful experience at the UniverSoul Circus at the Miramar Regional Park. Honestly, this was unexpected because I didn’t think I would enjoy it. In fact, I thought the circus would be boring, but this was no ordinary circus. Before entering, my family took a few pictures in front of a picture display, and as soon as we sat down, the show began. […]

Advice

New children’s book celebrates Black inventor in honor of Black History Month

Jolted through time at the touch of a red button, gifted brothers Pook (10) and Boogee (7) embark on problem-solving quests spurred on by their enthusiasm for science and engineering. The series highlights lesser known yet influential historical figures beginning with accomplished Black inventor Frederick McKinley Jones in The Adventures of Pook and Boogee:  The Boys Meet Mr. Jones. […]

Entertainment

The Motowners to perform their highly acclaimed Motown Tribute Show

Experience the most authentic “Motown Music Artists” tribute performers in the United States when J Jams Entertainment, LLC Talent Agency  present on stage the breath taking Motowners at the Township Center for Performing Arts on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020 in Coconut Creek, Fla. The Motowners “Legends of Motown” Live Band Tribute Production is an accomplished show complete with professional singers, dazzling costumes, and precision choreography accompany by a Motown vibe band. […]

Religion

Lois Ann Irby

     Lois Ann Irby was born  to Jimmy Wayne Irby and Catherine Baynard on July, 15, 1951.  Lois was raised by her father and Step Mother Sally Irby who provided her with a strong and safe foundation.  She attended Broward County Public Schools graduating from Hollywood Hills High School.  She later took training as a nursing assistant and found employment.  […]

Religion

Memorial Service for Dillard High School Distinguished Musical Genius, Class Of 1958

     Manrico Barry Isaac Currington passed away on January 13, 2020 in Apopka, Fla. where his only remaining sibling Joyce Currington Boone now resides. He was born to Johnnie and Ethel Brooks Currington in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Nov. 29, 1940. Barry, as he preferred to be called, began playing the piano at the age of three. By the age of six, he was conducting the church choir where he attended and later the Choir’s Union of Fort Lauderdale. […]