The city is grieving the loss of Dr. Gordon Merritt, D.D.S., a man whose life and work left an indelible mark on this community. Dr. Merritt, who practiced dentistry for more than 53 years on Sistrunk Boulevard, passed away this week. He will be remembered not only for his professional excellence but also for his humility, generosity, and love for people.
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Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) reintroduced the Federal Disaster Housing Stability Act, legislation designed to protect renters and homeowners from displacement in the wake of federally declared disasters.
“At KEY2MIA, we unlock unforgettable experiences that showcase the best of Greater Miami,” said Keymia Sharpe, CEO and lead tour guide. “Through opportunities like workshops and panel discussions, I’ve been able to share my passion for Miami, connect with new audiences and open exciting doors for the future of my company.”
GENVAS is proud to open our 2025–2026 season with the First Annual Broward County LGBTQ+ History Festival — a two-day celebration of art, history, and community. Each and every Art Salon of the GENVAS 2025-2026 season is dedicated to showing up creating together & refusing silence through art music & community!
“I was a private investigator for 20 years before serving as a local pastor in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, when I decided to answer the call to serve God and country,” Valmyr said. “I am a plankowner of the USS John Basilone and serving as their first chaplain.”
I think of moments when laughter fills my home, like listening to my daughter and son trade sly, quick jokes at the dinner table. Those playful roasts crack me up every time. I laugh because I’m proud; it tells me they feel safe to be themselves. Yet when the house grows quiet and I’m alone, questions rise: Am I truly being the man God created me to be? Am I leaving a legacy my children can build on? Why can I see God’s fingerprints everywhere, yet struggle to hear His voice clearly?
The Eta Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., based in Pompano Beach, Florida, has once again been recognized among the best in the world, receiving the International Social Action Large Graduate Chapter of the Year Award for 2024–2025. The honor was presented during the Dr. Moses C. Norman, Sr. International Leadership Conference, held July 25, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan.
The Florida Hometown Heroes program is now accepting applications, offering up to $35,000 to assist first-time homebuyers with down payments and closing costs.
Broward County Democrats are raising a red flag, warning that Florida is spiraling into crisis under the combined weight of Donald Trump’s federal agenda and Governor Ron DeSantis’ state policies. At a press conference this week, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20) blasted recent Republican actions they say will devastate working families and push Black and Brown communities to the brink.
Florida Memorial University Freshman Megan Smith has been selected to present at Amazon Machine Learning University AI/ML Poster Session. AI ML posters can be used for various projects, including personal or commercial marketing, presentations, or educational materials.