Author: Carma Henry

 ‘Test Your Bible Knowledge’

On Sunday, October 27, a diverse coalition of over 100 community members gathered at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in Boca Raton for the “Souls to the Polls Early Voting Rally.” Organized by the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of South Palm Beach County, the advocacy arm of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County; Temple Beth El of Boca Raton; DISC of Pearl City; and churches in Pearl City—Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Macedonia A.M.E. Church, and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church—the event aimed to empower local citizens to exercise their right to vote while fostering community solidarity.

       If you lived in South Florida during the Late 60’s, you probably woke up listening to the radio as you dressed for work, or while the children were getting ready for school. When you got into your car, more than likely, the radio was turned to 1470 AM at the station we called our station, WRBD Rockin’ Big Daddy Radio. As the early 70’s rolled in, we were moving and grooving to the best in R&B and Gospel music, starting off in morning drive with Joe Fisher. He took us through the traffic jams and the weather reports, the school lunch menus and the news of the day. His deep and powerful voice kept us in the know as he became more than a Deejay.

   This past weekend The Urban League’s Justice Division recently brought together members of the community, including students, families, friends and neighbors, to promote peace and unity. Participants of all ages used vibrant sidewalk chalk to create inspiring artwork and messages filled with hope, kindness and togetherness.

Health officials said the ACA Marketplace’s enrollment success reflects expanded access under the Biden-Harris administration. However, political opposition from Trump and MAGA Republicans threatens these gains.

The Urban League of Broward County is celebrating a series of remarkable achievements, each highlighting its profound commitment to empowering the local community, uplifting Black history, and fostering leadership. With the support of generous grants and the dedicated work of exceptional leaders, the organization is making strides toward a brighter future for Broward County.

Six Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law students, led by Distinguished Professor Jeremy Levitt, Ph.D., recently embarked on an educational mission to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva.

The 17th Judicial Circuit Court announced today that Broward Circuit Judge Elijah H. Williams has been named recipient of The Archbishop Edward McCarthy Annual Award, an honor bestowed on a member of the legal community who exemplifies the moral principles espoused by Saint Thomas More. More – a judge, a statesmen and a humanitarian – was canonized a saint in 1535 by the Roman Catholic Church.

       Comedian, radio host, actor and promoter Rickey Smiley was the guest author at the northsides Café Resistance for a conversation about his recent book “Sideshow: Living with Loss and Moving Forward with Faith.’  The book tackles Smiley’s pain of watching someone you love to suffer from addiction, his trauma, therapy sessions and relying on his faith and scripture.  Hosted by TV personality Henny Stewart, a crowd of fans of Smiley were eager to have their booked signed and engage in the comedian’s heartfelt discussion and Q&A moments.

        Ever since our forced diaspora in 1619, we have been subjected to discrimination based on both hairstyles and hair texture. The National Institute of Health found, “Slaves were forced to shave their heads not only for issues related to lice contracted from the cramped, filthy, and inhumane quarters of the slave ships but also to strip them from any cultural identity or tribal heritage associated with hairstyles.” Racial bias still exists as a result of our hair styles like dreadlocks, twists, and braids. People have lost jobs, been denied housing and endured police harassment to name a few of the prejudicial incidents.