      âLieutenant Alexander has the necessary qualifications and has demonstrated her commitment to serve FAMU in this important role. With her proven track record of leadership, we have complete confidence in her ability and her vision for ensuring the safety of our campus,â Brown said. âI would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Interim Chief John Cotton for answering the call to serve. Over the past year, he, along with his dedicated team, has played a pivotal role in maintaining the safety and security of our campus. Their diligent efforts have been instrumental in ensuring a secure environment for everyone at the University.â
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Housing Authority of Pompano Beach (HAPB) will be celebrating the groundbreaking of Provident Place, an affordable senior housing community, as the first phase of the multi-phase revitalization of Golden Acres (USDA) in Pompano Beach. Construction is expected to take 13-months, with final community completion by Summer 2025.
      Topline Walmart voluntarily recalled almost 10,000 cases of its Great Value brand apple juice due to concerns of high arsenic levels, a recall the Food and Drug Administration upgraded because the products may cause temporary adverse events, though the agency hasnât shared any reports of illnesses.
      Black and Hispanic workers at a Florida construction company who endured racial and ethnic slurs and were given âdegradingâ assignments were awarded $1.6 million in a settlement of a civil rights lawsuit filed on their behalf by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
      According to local ABC affiliate WZVN, Baxter is suing Americans for Prosperity (AFP), alleging his supervisor used racially insensitive language during recent canvassing operation. Baxterâs suit claims that while on a call with an AFP staffer, she repeatedly referred to Baxter, who is Black, as âa slave.â
      On one occasion, a group of Black employees had to work in the pouring rain while white workers sat in the companyâs cars until the rain stopped, according to a lawsuit filed by the agency. The âwhite workers watchedâ as they worked, the EEOC said.
    The Friends of Jack & Jill Center are proud to present their 23rd Annual Power Lunch, taking place on Thursday, September 26, 2024, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Downtown Event Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
      Overview: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report found improvements in youth mental health from 2021 to 2023, including a decrease in the percentage of students who experienced persistent feelings of sadness. However, the report also highlighted concerns about racism, unfair discipline, and mental health issues among LGBTQ+ students. The state of California has launched a Master Plan for Kidâs Mental Health, which includes two free mental health apps, BrightLife Kids and Soluna, and several support groups, programs, and tools for youth who are struggling with their mental health.
Broward Education Foundation, the only 501(c)3 charitable organization solely dedicated to serving students and teachers in Broward County Public Schools, announced it is accepting nominations for its 2024 Hall of Fame Awards. The annual event recognizes graduates of Broward County Public Schools who have made significant contributions to the community, their profession and education.
     The Boys & Girls Club Art With a Heart program offers comprehensive, year-round visual arts education that promotes self-esteem, empathy, and civic engagement. The program stimulates creative discovery and supports various learning styles, fostering enthusiasm and motivation that extends beyond the art room into the classroom.