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Broward Estates Elementary School Students Go Sole-Searching

     Most recently, Case led her Rick Case Cares team in volunteering to help every student at Broward Estates Elementary in Fort Lauderdale go “sole”-searching for that perfect pair of sneakers. Students walked away with an extra special spring in their step, choosing from an array of athletic shoes that fit their feet and personality. They also left with a pair of socks and a book. […]

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Senator Osgood Responds to Florida’s Choice to Opt Out of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program

This summer, Florida has opted out of receiving additional funding for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program, a decision that could leave millions of children in the state, without proper nutrition. The Summer EBT Program aims to bridge the nutritional gap for low-income families during the summer months when school is out. Participating families receive $120 per eligible child, distributed as $40 per month for three months, to purchase food from different stores. By leaving the $250 million on the table, the state risks worsening Florida’s hunger population. In response, Florida State Senator Rosalind Osgood (D-Broward County) released this statement […]

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Stono Rebellion 1739 Largest Slave Revolt In The U.S.

     Retribution for the heinous treatment of the slaves in the British colony of South Carolina arrived Sunday morning September 9th, 1739. South Carolina became a state in 1776 after the Revolutionary War. The online encyclopedia Black Past.org chronicled the rebellion, “Led by an Angolan named Jemmy, a band of 20 slaves organized a rebellion on the banks of the Stono River. After breaking into Hutchinson’s store the band, now armed with guns, called for their liberty. As they marched, overseers were killed and reluctant slaves were forced to join the company.” […]

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Old Dillard Museum Plans Centennial Celebration

     FOUR DAYS OF CELEBRATION will be a grand time for us all as we begin with our revisit to where it all started – all for free. Families, Friends, and all your kins are invited to share the love and tighten our bonds for the future of the Old Dillard Museum.  Mark your calendar – Come with us to celebrate. […]