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Tatiana Lyn, an actress born in South Florida, has been cast in the highly anticipated series “The Emma Series,” directed by Derek Mari and set to release early this fall on GalateaTV. Tatiana takes on the role of Carly, promising to deliver a grounded and captivating performance.
Well the apple doesn’t fall far from tree. In this instance we are speaking of Patrick aka P J or P2 Bonner, Jr., a 2019 graduate of Miami Norland High School, who subsequently matriculated to Florida A & M University where he earned a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice with a minor in psychology. After graduating in 2023, Patrick returned to South Florida, applied for and was accepted as a candidate to become a member of the law enforcement community with the Plantation Police Department. Executing that plan with perfection, he is presently employed with the organization that oversaw his academy experience. Though he is still in serious training, he is a full time officer with the requisite authority assigned and given those who choose to serve.
The old adage that “a picture is worth a thousand words” came to life through a Florida A&M University graduate’s self-published book: “Bands on ‘the Hill’: A Pictorial History of Bands at Florida A&M University.”
Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick joined the City of Tamarac’s Commissioners to announce $1,666,279 in essential Community Project Funding for the city’s Rehabilitation and Rebuild Program.
Every September, people around the world come together to celebrate African Diaspora Heritage Month. This month-long celebration honors the rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions of people of African descent worldwide. From the Americas to Europe and beyond, African diasporic communities are recognized for their resilience, achievements, and experiences.
Island SPACE Caribbean Museum and Caribbean Professionals Network are excited to announce the third annual Rum Cake and Caribbean Black Cake Fest, set to take place on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. This event, presented in collaboration with various South Florida bakers from throughout the Caribbean, promises to be a celebration of Caribbean culture and culinary diversity. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample a variety of traditional Spanish, French and Dutch Caribbean rum cakes and the beloved black cake — dark fruit or plum pudding cakes popular across the English-speaking Caribbean.
Young people and their families in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County program celebrated back to school in a BIG way by participating in a Back-to-School Picnic & Backpack Giveaway.
“The Reject” showcases the life of McGhee, who rose from obscurity to prominence against the odds. The film highlights McGhee’s journey from being overlooked by society to becoming a powerful and influential figure, driven by his mother’s unyielding faith, his own hard work, and relentless determination. The film stars Kamal Ani-Bello and Romeo Miller, with Miller also contributing to the production of the film under the Romeoland Studios banner alongside Marco Moline, Florida Film House.
Florida Memorial University, Miami-Dade’s only Histori-cally Black College or University (HBCU), is experiencing a resurgence in its aviation program. The institution has revamped its aviation and safety program, offering students the opportunity to earn degrees and pilot licenses certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This comprehensive program enables students to pursue careers flying commercial and cargo jets, as well as drones.