Author: Carma Henry

Alice Travis was our Black Queen who opened the door for the current mainstream Black women newscasters. Thanks to her fortitude, courage and above par talent, we have her proteges all across the country.

Airmen Jovonni Sonnier, a native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to a helicopter squadron operating out of Norfolk, Virginia. Sonnier graduated in 2014 from North University High School.

A native of Davie, Florida, recently completed an intensive 10-week training program to become a member of the elite U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard.

   Last week, Sistrunk Boulevard was the talk of the town, as they brought in a major-hit reality television show to the world famous Smitty’s Wings to launch the first episode of their Season 4 premiere!!

  Several former HBCU football players signed an XFL letter of intent to be part of a roster. While not a contract, the letter does outline an agreement in principle between a player and a team.

   The Florida Memorial University Lions picked up a thrilling 34-29 homecoming win over the Webber International University Warriors at Betty T. Ferguson Stadium in Miami Gardens on Oct. 21.

     Everyone has heard the advice to “listen to your heart.” This holds true especially when it comes to heart conditions like hereditary transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (or hATTR-CM). It took years for me to get diagnosed. My body was telling me something was off – but at the time, I didn’t listen to it. Also, some doctors are not familiar with the disease. I saw six doctors before I was finally diagnosed with hATTR-CM – and my experience is not unusual. That’s why I’m so passionate about sharing my story.

Shirley Gibson Memorial

     To free ourselves from this destructive behavior, it’s essential to practice self-reflection and humility. Recognizing our own faults and the hidden harm we can cause, hopefully, allows us to approach conflicts with a more open and compassionate mindset. It paves the way for healthier relationships and personal growth. In essence, it’s a reminder that no one is faultless and acknowledging our own imperfections is a powerful step towards becoming a more compassionate and mindful human being.

Breast cancer awareness is a global initiative aimed at educating individuals about the risks, prevention, early detection, and treatment of breast cancer.