Author: Carma Henry

       At first, his symptoms were thought to be a result of hypothyroidism. Then a severe systolic heart murmur was identified at a primary care appointment, and eventually, he was diagnosed with aortic valve regurgitation.

       At its core, this bill opens the door for locally generated tax dollars to be exported out of county, potentially benefiting corporate hospital systems and private interests with little obligation to reinvest in the communities footing the bill. That should concern anyone who believes public money should serve public needs locally, transparently, and equitably.

  To metaphorically describe a president as “America’s Grand Wizard” is to deliver one of the most damning civic judgments imaginable. It means leadership has crossed the line from private bias  into the active use of public power to legitimize, broadcast, and entrench racial hierarchy. This President is fully aware of the power of his words. Notably, Jan. 6, 2021, is the date of infamy.

       This month marks the 100th Anniversary – the Centennial Observation – of Black History Month, established in 1926 as Negro History Week by Dr Carter G. Woodson at the building in Washington, DC that’s now a National Historic Site. As someone who worked with many allies over the last 30 years trying to engage Americans of color with the National Park System and experiencing limited success, it feels like the cosmos is laughing now.

   ICE is using credit card transactions to track the whereabouts of unsuspecting immigrants. They are also grabbing immigrants from businesses that assist immigrants and send money from America back to their home countries. As a result, money needed to help families and communities stay afloat is not reaching its destination because the fear of being harassed by ICE is keeping many people from going to these establishments.

       I am pleased to announce that Nicole Lovett has been selected as Postmaster Pompano Beach, MPQO E, effective February 7, 2026

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       Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a South Florida congresswoman, has entered a not guilty plea in a federal case involving an alleged $5 million overpayment of COVID-19 disaster funds to a healthcare company operated by members of her family.

       Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) honored its most outstanding educators and employees during the 2026 Caliber Awards on Friday, February 6, at the Broward County Convention Center. The red-carpet event recognized over 500 nominees for their leadership, innovation, and dedication, with 16 finalists receiving top honors. More than 1,100 community leaders, business partners, educators, and supporters attended the celebration.

   There’s a saying I heard not long ago that settled deep into my spirit: “You will never be used greatly until you have been wounded deeply.” At first, it sounded poetic. Yet, the more I replayed it against my own life, the unexpected losses, the disappointments, the moments of confusion, and the seasons I didn’t think I would survive, the more I realized there was truth in those words.