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Haitian Heritage Month Spotlight

May 19, 2022 Carma Henry 0

An extended celebration of Haitian flag day on the 18th of May, Haitian heritage month celebrates the culture, history, and accomplishments of the Haitian diaspora. While Haiti made its mark as the first Black republic to seize its independence, the Haitian diaspora has since made an impression in every facet of society. From art to politics, descendants of Haiti demonstrate the spirit of innovation and success that Haitian Heritage month is all about. […]

Sunrise Native Supports TOPGUN while serving with Naval Aviation Warfare Development Center

May 18, 2022 Carma Henry 0

A Sunrise, Florida, native is serving with Naval Aviation Warfare Development Center supporting TOPGUN aviators at the Navy’s premier tactical air warfare training center. […]

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Food Pantries

May 18, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Broward County Emergency Food Pantries […]

Black Business Leaders Undervalued in America

May 18, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The vital key to advancing the economic status of African American communities and families is the support and the promotion of the success of Black-founded, managed, and owned businesses. We will not stand silent about this matter. Our businesses deserved to be respected, engaged, and empowered […]

Broward Education Foundation Piloted BrightStar Credit Union’s TOP FUN presented by Office Depot to New Heights for Broward County Public Schools

May 18, 2022 Carma Henry 0

— It was an unforgettable ride, packed with nonstop action and entertainment as Broward Education Foundation took flight with BrightStar Credit Union’s TOP FUN presented by Office Depot at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort to raise funds for students and teachers in Broward County Public Schools. […]

Haley Taylor Schlitz

May 12, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Haley Taylor Schlitz isn’t old enough to buy a drink, but at 19 years old, she is on track to become Southern Methodist University’s youngest law school graduate. According to a news release from SMU, Taylor Schlitz was admitted to nine different law schools in 2019, finally enrolling at the Dedman School of Law in Dallas. […]

Over 6,000 Students Registered to Vote in the 2022 High School Voter Registration (HSVR) Drive!

May 12, 2022 Carma Henry 0

The Supervisor of Elections Office would like to congratulate all participating schools, students and staff for their outstanding hard work and commitment during the High School Voter Registration Drive. […]

Future USS Fort Lauderdale set for Namesake City Commission

May 12, 2022 Carma Henry 0

“The commissioning of USS Fort Lauderdale is the result of many years of coordination and hard work by our lawmakers, commissioning committee, civic leaders, contractors, industry specialists, and especially our Sailors,” Quaresimo said. “I couldn’t be prouder of the uniformed men and women who gave a mountain of cold steel form and a heartbeat. And in turn they should be proud of what they’ve done.” […]

Law protecting tenants from eviction over sudden rent increases approved by Broward commissioners

May 12, 2022 Carma Henry 0

To protect renters against abrupt evictions, members of the Broward County Commissioners are taking steps to help. […]

Hand Mudras

May 12, 2022 Carma Henry 0

In studying hand mudras in preparation for this year’s journey, I learned so much. Not only can we heal our own bodies, as our bodies are designed to naturally heal itself, but hand mudras help to “seal” energies to create the atmosphere for the healing. Everyone has done a hand mudra at some point in their lives even if they did not realize what they were doing or in tune with the benefits of it. For example, holding hands in prayer is a mudra. As the fingertips touch each other, there are subtle things happening inside of the body so it makes sense as there is a calmness when praying that we feel when using this mudra even if we may not have paid attention to it. Also, those that practice yoga or meditation have most likely incorporated hand mudras into their practice in some way. […]