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Keep Living

February 24, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The right words at the right time can change a person’s life completely. Everything we need is inside of us and although we generally know what we need to do, we don’t always do it. Well, this is more true as an adult than as an adolescent. As humans, we can tend to get complacent once we reach a certain point in our lives. A part of us would like for things to stay the same because we are comfortable there. That comfort is somewhat of an illusion because the only thing that stays the same in this world is the fact that there is always change. […]

New Research Highlights Broward’s Equity Challenges

February 24, 2022 Carma Henry 0

New Research Highlights Broward’s Equity Challenges […]

FAMU Focuses on Cementing Gains in Student Success

February 24, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Legislative session, Florida A&M University (FAMU) has prioritized securing financial support to cement our gains in student success even in the face of a relentless pandemic. […]

Blacks have adapted where necessary to the virtual world

February 24, 2022 Carma Henry 0

However, many Black businesses, organizations and individuals have adapted to the use of technology to not only operate but thrive during this third variant of the global pandemic. Blacks have found a way to remain relevant by using technology and embracing the virtual methods of doing business. […]

ELENAOR & LYLE: A Love Story

February 24, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The following nonfiction story chronicles the lives of Mr. & Mrs. Lyle Gittens, both of whom have lived to be over 100 years old (centenarians) and are on the precipice of celebrating 80 years of holy matrimony on June 4, 2022. The fascination derives from a profoundly important historical perspective intertwined with an amazing love story that has stood the test of time. The couple currently resides with their daughter Angela Gittens, who along with her cousin Johnyta Roundtree, contacted me about writing a story regarding this amazing couple. After reading the bio, I firmly believe that Dr. Gittens’ personal narrative is profoundly sufficient. You be the judge. […]

TAMARAC CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH COMMUNITY EVENT

February 23, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The City of Tamarac invites the community to attend its 2022 Black History Month Celebration, Saturday, Feb. 26, from 1 – 3 p.m., at Caporella Park, 5200 Prospect Road. […]

Women in Distress Benefits from Shine with a Purpose

February 22, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Women in Distress, Broward County’s only nationally accredited, state-certified, full-service domestic violence center, was the most recent beneficiary of Shine with a Purpose, a program launched in 2021 as part of Sunshine’s 45th Anniversary. In partnership with United Way of Broward County, Sunshine provides essential disinfecting services to deserving charities in Broward County. […]

A Call for Black Mentors

February 22, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The data collected over Big Brother Big Sisters of America’s 110+ year history of serving the community shows that parents and guardians typically prefer mentors who share the same background and gender as their children. Because of this, our Black Littles often have to wait longer for a mentor. […]

Local News

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward Names Bigs of the Year

February 22, 2022 Carma Henry 0

“This is the first year we’ve honored teenage mentors in our Big of the Year program,” said Malena Mendez, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward. “They certainly are worthy of this special recognition, as are our adult Bigs. We’re so grateful to all of Bigs of the Year for their life-changing service to their Littles.” […]

South Florida Legendary Coach Herman ‘Big Man’ Pittman Bounce Passes His Last Ball

February 17, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Few people can be considered legends in their own lifetimes; however, the late Coach Herman “Big Man” Pittman (November 14, 1927) truly led a legendary life. “Pitt,” as he well known , will go down historically as one of the top high school coaches in South Florida. Coach Pittman recently passed away on February 11, 2022 and will be mourned by the thousands upon thousands of lives he touched. […]