Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

       For too long, domestic violence victims have been treated as nuisances instead of people in grave danger. It takes unimaginable courage for a victim to break free from the cycle of abuse—to admit they are in danger, to ask for help, and to say, “I need protection.” When a victim reaches out, it is not a request—it is a life-or-death plea. And too often, that plea is ignored, dismissed, or treated with indifference.

The Lions’ bench once again allowed FMU to pull away late in the contest, outscoring the Bobcats’ bench 29 to 21.

       In the words of the late gospel singer Lee Williams, I can’t give up now. I can’t turn around, come too far. These words ring true today more than ever. No matter what the Musk/Trump administration manipulates or concocts against us, we must remember—nothing they do can be worse than what we’ve already endured. And through all that we have come through, we did not come through it alone.

After witnessing the devastation of countless families due to unintentional severe legal violations, Attorneys Eartha and Lonnie Johnson, along with their adult attorney children decided to do something about it. The result was Crime No Crime, a fun, Family Feud-style board game that presents players with real-world scenarios that require them to determine if actions constitute crimes and if so, assess the often surprising severity of the infractions.

Excitement filled the air as Florida Memorial University (FMU) celebrated the grand opening of its Center for Entrepreneurship, a milestone that promises to transform economic opportunity in Broward County. The event, attended by community leaders, business owners, and local dignitaries, underscored FMU’s commitment to fostering innovation, mentorship, and entrepreneurial success.