Demings opened a campaign account for governor Friday, a necessary first step to starting a campaign for the office currently held by Gov. Ron DeSantis. POLITICO reported last week that Demings was expected to announce his candidacy at a rally scheduled Thursday in Orlando.
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Command Master Chief (SWIAW Marshall E. Ford II born March 31, 1983, in the Republic of Panama, parents Faye Baker Ford and Marshall E. Ford, Sr., both parents serving overseas in the United States Army. He is the grandson of Bernice and Clifford Baker Sr, long time residents of the Dorsey Riverbend community for more than 60 years.
At 46 years old, I’ve learned that life isn’t just measured by the victories we celebrate; it’s also defined by how we handle the darts that come our way. And truthfully, those darts don’t always come from strangers. Sometimes they come from family and friends. Sometimes they come from co-workers, people in your organization, or even church members, the very places you expect support.
Broward County Commissioner Hazelle P. Rogers, alongside Mayor Denise D. Grant of Lauderhill and Mayor Veronica Edwards-Phillips of Lauderdale Lakes, and Sharon Thomas of City of Lauderdale Lake, held a press conference Friday morning to highlight key initiatives aimed at helping those affected in the Caribbean.
Marva Johnson’s most significant challenge continues to be her inability to convince Florida A&M University stakeholders that she was the right choice for president. For months, prominent influencers and alumni have refused invitations to meet with the former lobbyist because of her strong ties to President Donald Trump and Governor Ron DeSantis. Likewise, alumni have been silent and distant.
Magic was in the air as nearly 250 guests recently attended the fourth annual Cordish Companies Green Blazer Awards Gala & Celebration presented by Florida Blue at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. This celebratory event raised over $50,000 to support Community-Based Connections, Inc. (CBCI) programs that serve underserved communities.
As SNAP benefits are reduced and food costs rise, families across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties are turning to local food banks, pantries, and community organizations. This front-page guide highlights key locations and resources to ensure everyone has access to nutritious meals.
The Women of Veteran Affairs (WOVA) proudly invites the community to its 5th Annual Military Ball and Fundraiser on Saturday, November 9, at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel and Convention Center, located at 11775 Heron Bay Blvd, Coral Springs, Florida.
The Friends of the African American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) hosted a spectacular evening of recognition and celebration on Saturday, October 25, 2025, marking the 23rd Anniversary Celebration Gala under the inspiring theme, “Strength & Clarity Over Time.”
The Eta Nu Education Foundation proudly announces its 7th Annual Benefit Gala