Author: Carma Henry

       Staying active on campus is crucial for your personal and academic growth. You must get out and immerse yourself in campus life! Stay focused on your goals and responsibilities while doing so. Pray and seek guidance when needed; peer pressure is at every corner. College has the power to shape your future, either positively or negatively. Staying consistent with your work and studying is significant, but so is engaging in the various activities hosted on campus weekly.

       The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., founded on November 17, 1911, at Howard University by Founders Oscar J. Cooper, Frank Coleman and Edgar A. Love along with faculty advisor Dr. Ernest E. Just, held its 84th Grand Conclave in Tampa, Florida, despite opposition from some members due to Governor Ron DeSantis’ racist agenda. The conclave, led by Grand Basileus Ricky Lawrence Lewis and his Supreme Council, aimed to confront discriminatory policies head-on. The event, dubbed “A Conclave with a Purpose,” featured various components, including:

THE AFRO- After weeks of agency hearings led by the Baltimore City Council Ways and Means Committee, the council overwhelmingly approved Mayor Brandon M. Scott’s (D)…

       The late James Tullis was born 83 years ago today. Tullis is pictured during his freshman year at Florida A&M in 1960. Tullis is wearing a special jersey worn only for the Orange Blossom Classic. A 1959 graduate of Miami Northwestern High School, Tullis was the first of many great football players to come from one of city’s most storied high school programs. He went on to become a 2-time Black College All American quarterback at Florida A&M from 1960 to 1963. Although he was one of the finest quarterbacks in the nation, he was drafted as a safety by the Chicago Bears. Tullis never got an opportunity to play in the NFL. Unfortunately, the league wasn’t ready for a black quarterback in the early 1960s. He was likely the best football player most people in Miami never saw. Photo from James Tullis Facebook page.

       African American and African families have a long history of respecting their elders. All of us have gone to grandma and grandpa, at some time, to give us answers to life questions that no one else could give.

       “Lauderdale Lakes, Lauderhill, and Broward County Senior Olympics were held June 27th brought together seniors from local centers for a fun-filled day of friendly competition and community spirit. Participants showcased their skills and sportsmanship in various games, beaming with joy and pride. While winners were crowned, the true triumph was the infectious enthusiasm and vitality of our older adults. The event featured delicious food, lively dancing, and a celebration of summer and community. The Senior Olympics embodied the vibrant energy of our senior population, highlighting the importance of engagement and connection.

        With the Paris Olympics just around the corner, injuries to key American gymnasts have ended the hopes and dreams of Shilese Jones, Skye Blakeley and Kayla Dicello, all sidelined with significant lower extremity injuries. Jones, a favorite to make the Olympics team, was injured during the first rotation at trials, making it uncertain if she would be able to continue competing. Dicello, last year’s Pan American Games all-around champion, was a strong contender to make the U.S. team in Paris. 

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Kencent Brown, from Deerfield Beach, Florida, uses an alidade to scan the sea for surface activity from the pilot house as the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), departs Naval Base Guam following a scheduled port visit June 22.

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In a letter to publishers, Vice President Harris asserted that the NNPA has remained steadfast in its commitment to supporting Black publishers. “Your work helps ensure that communities gain critical knowledge and have access to accurate information on the pertinent issues impacting our country,” Harris asserted. “As you know, the freedom of the press is essential to our democracy. I commend the efforts of the NNPA as you continue to be trusted voices of your communities and tell stories that too often go untold.”

       “On Saturday, June 29, 2024, the City of Lauderhill hosted a Peace Walk in observance of National Gun Violence Awareness Month. The community walk, held from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Lauderhill Police Department, 6279 W Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL 33313, aimed to honor victims of gun violence and raise awareness about this critical issue.