Editorials
The reward is in doing good
The joy and pain of serving as a good servant and keeper of record are inseparable, yet our commitment remains unwavering. […]
Articles by Carma Henry
Religion
Annie M. Glover
Sister Annie M. Glover was born in Concord, Georgia on June 12, 1932 to parents Mrs. Emma Lizzie Milner ( Hassie ) and Mr. Marvin Manual, Sr.( Shorty), both of whom preceded her in death. Sister Glover married the love of her life, Mr. Willie Glover, who also predeceased her. Born on June 12, 1932, Sister Glover received her Heavenly reward on February 4, 2024. Mrs. Glover was blessed with one child, Mr. Jimmie Reid (Sonya), Fort Lauderdale. […]
Feature
Disturbing Disparities in Homicide Rates Highlight Urgent Need for Action on Black Women’s Safety
In 2020, the homicide rate among Black women was 11.6 per 100,000, a stark contrast to the rate of 3 per 100,000 among white women. […]
Religion
‘Test Your Bible Knowledge’
‘Test Your Bible Knowledge’ […]
Local News
Congratulations on 53 years to the Henry family, my co writers and all of our readers!
In my 36 years of writing mostly for the Black press, I found the writers and readers share a passion to hear our story from our own voice. As an Alpha member, I take pride in being able to serve my community by writing our story. The current cauldron of Black history misinformation manifests the words of Samuel Cornish. The founder of the first Black paper said “… Too long have the public been deceived by misrepresentations, in things that concern us dearly…” […]
Local News
40 Acres And A Mule
“40 Acres & A Mule’’ (40 Acres) is not just a pithy retort to a mundane question. It was part of a complex post Civil war plan by the government. It was a two-pronged proposal to effect punitive retribution on the South and constructively integrate 10 million former slaves into the Union. […]
Health
Treating Health Disparities: The Link Between Black History & American Heart Observances
That’s why healthcare professionals emphasize that the connection between two major observances, both of which happen to fall in February, should not be ignored: Black History Month and American Heart Month. […]
Feature
Democratic Black Caucus Black History Month Celebration
On Saturday, February 10, 2024, the Broward County Democratic Black Caucus held its annual Black History Month celebration/fundraiser at the Herb Skolnick Center in Pompano Beach. President Robin Figueroa stated that the event is designed to stress the significance of Black History, highlight the importance of celebrating the accomplishments of Black people, promote voting, and ensure that African American contributions are NEVER FORGOTTEN! […]
Local News
South Florida Pride Youth Band Season 13 Concert Scheduled for February 25 at the Broward Center for Performing Arts
The South Florida Pride Concert Band announced the South Florida Pride Youth Band Season 13 concert is scheduled for Sunday, February 25 at 7 p.m. at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts’ Amaturo Theater. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at browardcenter.org/events/detail/pride-concert-band-2024 […]
Local News
Justices Weigh Abortion Amendment
A Florida Supreme Court hearing Wednesday on a proposed constitutional amendment about abortion rights drew demonstrators on each side of the issue. […]