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       The nation remains deeply divided and emotionally charged after the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti by a U.S. Border Patrol agent during federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis, Minnesota part of a broader crackdown that has already seen another fatal shooting earlier this month. The incident has triggered widespread protests, political backlashes, and a surge of voices demanding accountability from federal authorities.

Girls in Christ, Inc. (GIC), is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to growing girls ages 10-18 in Confidence, Christ and Community. GIC proudly announces its move into a new program space alongside the award of two major grants totaling $40,000 from the Southern Black Girls & Women’s Consortium and a Capacity Building Grant from Children’s Services. This milestone marks a powerful season of growth for GIC’s Sunflower Garden, where girls are cultivated, supported, and empowered to flourish.

     Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, a 35-acre subtropical estate and historic museum located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, welcomes visitors to experience ZimSculpt, its new outdoor exhibit celebrating contemporary Zimbabwean stone sculptures.  ZimSculpt has transformed the historic estate into a global showcase of Zimbabwean art, culture, and craftsmanship.

       Last Wednesday, a Broward County Circuit Court judge granted a temporary injunction in a lawsuit filed in mid-September 2025 by approximately 50 members of First Baptist Church Piney Grove, Inc. The court determined that the dispute before it did not involve religious doctrine, but rather church governance and financial authority, placing the matter squarely within the court’s jurisdiction.

   Getting my first car was a huge milestone for me, especially since I already had a lot of driving experience before owning one. My parents spent a lot of time teaching me how to drive and making sure I was fully prepared for the road, which helped me feel confident behind the wheel. I got my first car for Christmas, and it’s a 2003 model, so it doesn’t have all the modern features like a backup camera or autopilot.