Author: Carma Henry

     “Minority owned businesses creates inclusivity within the market and the aim of this center is to provide services to help those businesses to succeed,” said FMU Interim President William McCormick. “Florida Memorial University is the only historic Black university in South Florida, and we are extremely proud to now have a business center in Fort Lauderdale’s oldest African American community, which is named after Dr. James Franklin Sistrunk, co-founder of Provident Hospital, Broward County’s first Black hospital. There is incredible history here and we are honored to be a part of the legacy.”

     This National Consumer Protection Week (March 2-8), Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is sharing guidance and tips to help customers avoid falling victim to a scam.

As a part of their Youth Black History Month presentation, “Chico The Virgo” of Hot-105 radio, was presented with the first Black History Month Legends Award from Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Pompano Beach. 

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       They’re nothing without us, folks! Don’t waste your money at places that don’t respect U$!  As people of color, especially Black Americans, we collectively spend $2 trillion annually. However, corporate giants like Target and Walmart are reversing their DE&I policies. Therefore, I’m joining the Target boycott and inviting all Floridians to join me! for the month of February-28, I won’t be spending my money at these retailers. 

It Doesn’t Matter Who is in What Chair as Long as God is on the throne.

        No matter if you’re an early bird or not, getting up, dressed, and ready for the day can be difficult. Add in diabetes management, and the morning hours may be even more challenging. But don’t fear: These five tips and tricks will help you feel better about the day ahead and stay on top of your diabetes routine too.

With two hours of notification nearly 25,000 people join in support of Joy Ann Reid. MSNBC has decided that it will take Joy Reid’s show off the air. I saw the tears roll down her face, and the turmoil in her voice move me to a ferocious emotional response. She described the composition of her team that represented the fullness of Black America. She highlighted the comments of the truth Sayer to understand the horrors as well as understanding the joy of living in this American holocaust. The host Jotaka Eaddy saluted her as she spoke of the NAACP Image Award that Joy Reid has just won. 10, 000 people gathered on Zoom in support and another 12,951 on YouTube. Many persons of note were there as well as organizations who stood in support of Joy Reid. The Devine nine was represented as many of their presidents registered on the zoom call. Other noteworthy names include Judge Brenda Hackett, Rashid Robinson and Angela Rye spoke of the action is a spirit of “Chopping Black”! Tiffany Cross has been in the same position, and she advocates don’t watch where you’re not welcome. Don’t shop where you’re not welcome. As a show of support. #WeNeedJoyAs well as #TVOFF. Turn your TVs off of MSNBC after The Reid Out final episode on Monday February 24, 2025

Funeral Services for Rosa Mary Jones, Ka’Myra Graham, Iran’s Johnson, Kha’Mari Graham and A’Zariah McCall – Viewing: Friday, February 28, will be held at City Youth…

Eugene E. Foreman, Sr. – 86  Funeral service was held February 22nd at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Elder Michael Addison officiating. Viola Hunt…