In a decisive move that is already reshaping the political conversation in Pompano Beach, former Florida State Representative Patricia Hawkins Williams has officially announced her candidacy for City Commission, District 4. Her message is direct, unapologetic, and rooted in what she calls “a year of watching dysfunction up close.”
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The Broward County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. proudly celebrates its 70th anniversary—a remarkable milestone highlighting seven decades of sisterhood, scholarship, and service. Since its founding, the chapter has remained steadfast in its commitment to uplifting Broward County through impactful community programs and educational initiatives.
The Broward County Radiance Chapter of Top Teens of America under the leadership of Jennifer A. Davis, Top Teen Advisor, and Top Teen President Klassik Wright, held a powerful and engaging October meeting that blended three of the organization’s national programmatic thrusts — Legislative Awareness, Literacy, and Community Partnerships — into one impactful civic engagement experience for local teens.
The Atlanta Great Debaters captured the Harvard debate championship for the third consecutive year, delivering an outstanding performance while competing virtually against top students from around the world.
To have a renewed mind is to make a daily decision to grow, emotionally, professionally, spiritually, and socially, no matter what life throws your way. It’s choosing not to let your past define your potential, and to believe that change isn’t just possible, it’s necessary.
The Board OK’d the move unanimously for a second time, despite a still-pending lawsuit alleging that the public college violated Florida’s Sunshine Law during its first vote in September.
State funding diverted to private school vouchers increased from 12% for the 2021 school year to 24% for the 2025 school year, according to data from the Florida Policy Institute, an Orlando-based nonprofit whose mission is to support equitable access to health care, education, housing and jobs.
“The Dawkins exemplify servant leadership. Their advocacy focused on the needs of the community, and the empowerment and encouragement of others to grow and prosper,” said Mary Washington, chair of a committee formed to create a mural in the duo’s honor. The committee is hoping to raise $80,000 by New Year’s Day to support the project.
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From Buttigieg to Harris, a new poll trending across social media reveals how voters are sizing up the top Democratic hopefuls for the 2028 presidential race.