Author: Carma Henry

Our HBCU icon this week is Coach Billy Nicks, a Morris Brown College graduate who returned to his alma mater commencing a legendary career which lasted several decades from 1930-1965. Researching icons like Coach Nicks was eye opening for Coach Redmond and me since we were both nearing early college years or just graduating from high school when he ended his illustrious career.

   The 2023 Curtis L. Armstrong Mays High School “All Alumni” Ram Roundup will take place on June 24, starting at 10 a.m., at the Wilbur B. Bell Park (formerly West Perrine Park), 10301 SW 170 Terrace.

     Florida A&M University football greats Henry “Killer” Lawrence and Tyrone McGriff were inducted into the Black College Hall of Fame as members of the class of 2023. The induction ceremony was held in Atlanta on June 10.

      Ray Lewis III, the son of Pro Football Hall of Fame player Ray Lewis and one-time Virginia Union football player, died at 28. 

     Experts say there’s a possibility this year could be one of the hottest in history. The World Meteorological Organization says there is a 90% chance that one of the next five years will be the hottest on record. Climate scientists say hurricanes will only worsen with climate change — and predictions for this year only show as many as four major hurricanes.

Jackie Knight, who aged out of the foster care system, received a car to make it easier for him to get to school and to his job at a local grocery store. The vehicle, a Honda Civic, is courtesy of the Rotary Club of Weston and was presented to him at Rick Case Honda in Davie, Florida.

The Children’s Harbor 10th Annual Harbor Lights Gala raised more than $180,000 for the non-profit agency that strengthens families in the community while providing safe shelter and support to teens in foster care so that they may grow into healthy, educated, and productive adults.

In a one-on-one interview with the Black Press of America, Kennedy spoke about his relentless focus on combating environmental racism, ending qualified immunity for law enforcement officers, and addressing the alarming racial disparities within the American medical system.

     But those who find themselves newly ineligible for Medicaid have plenty of other options for affordable coverage. Licensed, professional agents and brokers can ensure they secure health plans that meet their needs and budget.

     “HUSH” aims to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore the unique experiences and pressures that Black men encounter when it comes to mental health. Through the screening of this compelling documentary “HUSH,” attendees will gain valuable insights into the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of Black men, offering a much-needed perspective on a subject often overlooked or stigmatized.