During this time of year, many people focus on buying physical gifts, but I’ve learned that giving experiences and spreading joy is more important. Several weeks ago, I had the chance to volunteer at a food and toy drive at New Mount Olive Baptist Church. This event was a team effort between New Mount Olive Baptist Church, Community Education Alliance (CEA) and the Mount Olive Development Corporation (MODCO). By working together, these groups created a great support system for people who needed it, and I felt proud to help make a difference in my own neighborhood.
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As we stand on the edge of a new year, America is not simply divided. America is possessed.
Partnering with the Ujima Men’s Group, the evening unfolded as a reminder that progress is never a solo journey. Families arrived with lawn chairs and shared stories, elders nodded in recognition, and children moved freely among generations—learning by watching, listening, and participating.
The City of Orlando has designated part of West South Street as “Senator Geraldine F. Thompson Way” in honor of Thompson.
On December 13, 2025, the Marriott Coral Springs–Heron Bay Convention Center served as a stage for testimony, purpose and redemption as attorney Kaysia Earley, Esq., unveiled her first book, Houses Built by Faith: Jailhouse. God’s House. Courthouse
Education, Business and Community Leaders Recognized for Exceptional Contributions
Christmas reminds us that God meets us right where we are. Jesus wasn’t born into comfort or perfection, He came into struggle, fear, and uncertainty, just like what many of us face today. When life feels overwhelming, remember this: God sees you, He’s with you, and He has a purpose for your life. Don’t give up. Your faith, your future, and your story still matter. Keep trusting God greater things are ahead.
That is not theory. That is our history. And that is exactly what happened again this month in Northwest Pompano Beach.
Norma J. Wright, better known as “Honey Bunch,” was born December 26th 1925 in Waynesboro, Ga. She grew up in Fort Lauderdale and later graduated in West Palm Beach from Industrial High School in 1943. After strong persuasion from her Aunt Elizabeth McCoy, her father Mose McCoy agreed to send her to Tuskegee Institute where she graduated in 1947, the first female of her family to graduate college. At Tuskegee, she walked the halls with airmen and studied in the George Washington Carver Science building with other historic figures. Her loving mother Lillie Bell Sapp was extremely proud of her and all the hard work it took to achieve such accomplishments.
It was a wonderful experience filled with joy, talent, and school spirit. The Rock Island Performing Arts Team did an outstanding job preparing the students, and the children delivered an amazing Christmas program that showcased their hard work, confidence, and creativity. The entire show was uplifting and beautifully executed, making it a night to remember for students, families, and staff.