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Police and fire authorities said a 32-year-old runner died Saturday after finishing a half marathon in Brooklyn in which 15 others were hurt

    Police and fire authorities said a 32-year-old runner died Saturday after finishing a half marathon in Brooklyn in which 15 others were hurt. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in New York City stated an official cause and manner of death should be revealed in the following days. According to NYPD Det. Arlene Muniz, the marathoner was found unconscious, lying on the pavement, having fainted after crossing the finish line just before 9 a.m. in Brooklyn’s Brighton Beach area. The runner received rapid medical assistance before being evacuated to Coney Island Hospital. The runner was pronounced dead at the hospital per Muniz. The New York Fire Department reported 15 more people were sent to area hospitals as a result of the race. According to the FDNY, at least four people were seriously injured. […]

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House District 8 will need a great representative to replace Alexander

By now, we’re all aware of the unfortunate situation that occurred with Florida State Representative Ramon Alexander (D-Tallahassee).  In simple terms, it is unfortunate for the people of North Florida.  Leon and Gadsden counties have lost a warrior who was just hitting stride in his craft.  Set to take over the Democratic leadership of Florida in 2023, it was a shocking blow to residents.  Alexander, due to allegations of misconduct and a possible legal battle with a former FAMU employee announced that he will not seek re-election, thus forfeiting his opportunity to lead the Florida House. […]

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Former Slave Abner Cooper of  Jefferson County, Florida (1930s)

     Abner H. Cooper was born January 1856, probably in Jefferson County, Florida. He was the son of Jonas Cooper and Kitty (maiden name unknown). Census records give the place of birth of these parents as North Carolina. He married Rosa (Rose) Anna Hunter on March 22, 1880, in Jefferson County, Florida. Her mother’s name, as listed on her death certificate, was K. Roberts. Her father’s name is not known. After that, he moved around and worked on land owned by other various farmers. To this union eleven (11) children were born, two (2) of whom died in infancy. […]

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BLACK-OWNED VICTOR GEORGE SPIRITS RELEASES NEW BOURBON ‘FORT MOSE’ NAMED AFTER THE FIRST FREE BLACK TOWN IN UNITED STATES

      Victor George Spirits announced today it has just released its new bourbon Fort Mose’ 1738 nationwide. Due to overwhelming demand, the inaugural edition will first be available online and to select retailers throughout the United States utilizing its network of distributors with Republic National Distributing Company being its largest. […]

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Live and Local Concert Series Presents Positively Africa

     The Ali Cultural Arts Center in Pompano Beach is excited to expand the South Florida musical landscape by providing a stage for the area’s best bands with the Live and Local Concert Series, showcasing all genres, including rock & roll, hip-hop, grunge, reggae, blues, classic pop, alternative and more! The series continues, on Friday, June 17, 2022, at 7pm, featuring Positively Africa, the premier contemporary African band of South Florida, specializing in a compelling blend of afro-fusion, jazz, funk, and traditional rhythms. This event is a celebration of Juneteenth and is free to the public, but registration is requested under Recurring Events at www.pompanobeacharts.org, […]