Author: Carma Henry

     Black History is grounded on the land, in the buildings and artifacts protected in America’s National Park System. The System is spread out across the country and includes many of the places where our ancestors were instrumental in the exploration, development and defense of our country. On this second leg of our tour we walk through a timeline of some of the most significant events from 1776 to 1865.

Leadership Broward is a premier leadership development program that has over 1,600 graduates who collectively serve throughout Broward County. This highly sought after program is designed for adults who currently hold leadership positions and are directly involved in their community.

     Barrs, 62, was the publisher and managing editor of Program Success magazine, which highlights triumphs and achievements of Blacks in the state as well as the issues Black Floridians face.

     Hydeia Broadbent, known for raising awareness to lessen the stigma around HIV/AIDS from a young age, has died at 39 years old. She was one of the faces of children with AIDS in America, especially within the African American community.

Hamilton, a distinguished political scientist and educator, played a transformative role in reshaping the discourse on racism in the United States through his groundbreaking work, “Black Power: The Politics of Liberation.”

     Peter “Peetah” Morgan, the lead singer in the contemporary reggae outfit Morgan Heritage, died yesterday (February 25), The Associated Press reports, confirming a statement on the band’s social media. No cause of death was given. Morgan was 46-years-old.

     Regina Jollivette Frazier, an esteemed leader on Breakthrough Miami’s board of directors, died peacefully on Feb. 16, 2024. Her legacy is one of impactful contributions, notable achievements and unwavering dedication to excellence. Known as a powerful force for education equity, rigor and enriching experiences, Frazier’s influence extended throughout the Breakthrough Youth Village, South Florida and the nation.

     Retired Miami Herald Editorial Page Editor Nancy Ancrum, who kept a watchful eye on Florida governors and South Florida leaders, gave voice to those who had been silenced and guided her team to two Pulitzer Prizes, died Friday after a long illness. She was 67. In the photo above, she is shown at an event at the University of Miami Newman Alumni Center on June 2, 2017.

     While Kenneth Durante was in high school, he played on the school’s football team and was given the nickname ‘Rock’ because he was such a tough player on the team.

     It caught your attention because – who, besides politicians, utilities, and creditors sends anything in the mail these days? Still, it was a nice surprise, no matter what, like a throwback or something. And like the new book, “Dear Black Girls” by A’Ja Wilson, every letter means something.