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

       In July 2024, Hurricane Beryl left Jamaica grappling with devastation. By July 6, only 62% of the island had electricity restored, leaving nearly half of the population in darkness. Many families were forced to rely on kerosene lamps for light—a dangerous substitute. Kerosene, a highly flammable liquid fuel, has long been a source of house fires in Jamaica, prompting government vows to eliminate its use.

       The Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Internet Crimes Against Children/Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) is dedicated to identifying instances of human trafficking, rescuing victims and empowering communities to join the fight against this heinous crime. The HTU investigates intricate cases of exploitation, often rooted in emotional and financial manipulation, working relentlessly to bring perpetrators to justice and provide support to those affected.

   With a heart deeply rooted in faith and an unwavering love for her family, Gracie Mitchell’s journey began in Hollywood, FL, on January 28, 1957. Born to Willie and Martha Ray Mitchell, she was the youngest among five cherished siblings.  

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Jayden Whitehead, left, of Beaufort, S.C., and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Amari Mullings, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the “Bounty Hunters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Dec. 26, 2024.