Author: Carma Henry

Charlotte Venessa Bynes – 62, Funeral Services were held October 7th at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel. Harumy Sanchez Duran – 25, Funeral Services were…

Williams B. Murphy – 62, Funeral services were held October 7th at Plantation United Methodist Church. Ida Mae Bradley-Tillman – 74, Funeral services…

    Few figures in American history are as revered as Harriet Tubman. Her journey from a life of enslavement to that of a liberator is nothing short of remarkable. Born into adversity, she became a guiding light in the pursuit of freedom and equality. Harriet Tubman’s story is a testament to courage, determination, and the unwavering pursuit of justice.

      Little boxes, made of ticky-tacky…–Malvina Reynolds

     The decades-long rise of the nones — a diverse, hard-to-summarize group — is one of the most talked about phenomena in U.S. religion. They are reshaping America’s religious landscape as we know it.

   Beverly Page, Educator, Published Author, Executive Producer, Entrepreneur of Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker, enjoys finding creative ways during a recent Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker rehearsal to provide cast members with the tools to enhance their mental and physical wellbeing.  The Master Class is presented by a former Jones High School graduate (2020) and Senior on the UF Gators Women’s Gymnastics Team.  This year they will feature 80 youth participants on stage with the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on November 25th.  Michala Magee spent the Saturday morning rehearsal teaching the cast proper techniques to warm up, preparing for the stage, and powerful interactive group discussions. 

     Community members are invited to join doctors and dietitians from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, Sean Russell of SoFlo Vegans, and bands from Dillard High School and Northeast High School at History Fort Lauderdale at noon on Oct. 29 for a FREE Let’s Beat (the Drum for) Breast Cancer rally during the SoFlo Vegans UNITE is a monthly gathering to share the message that eating a plant-based diet can be powerful preventive medicine for breast cancer.

The Amherst Town Council sought to address historical injustices resulting from slavery and discrimination in 2020 as a response to widespread protests following the tragic death of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers. Officials said the fund’s inception marked a significant stride towards reconciliation and equity.

For many Americans, owning a home is a cornerstone of their lives and a primary source of wealth. In a news release, the administration said it is determined to break down barriers and ensure the wealth-building potential of homeownership is accessible to all.

Petty Officer 1st Class Iwomi Valdiviezo, a native of Davie, Florida, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group operating out of Norfolk.