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As the national debate over Black history continues, one aspect of the legacy of race in America is undergoing something of a rebirth: Black cemeteries that were established in the era of segregation.
The new law also says citizens whose homes or businesses are blighted by these modern-day Hoovervilles will be able to sue local governments to force a clean-up. The state is expected to provide $10 million for local governments to comply.
Highly regarded and recognized as one of the preeminent federally qualified community health care centers in the nation, the Board of Directors at Jessie Trice Community Health System (JTCHS) have selected Ryan Hawkins as their new President and Chief Executive Officer.
Lt. Cmdr. Erik Knebel, a native of Hollywood, Florida, recently participated in Exercise Keen Edge 2024 while serving the U.S. Navy in Japan.
The Palm Beach County Black Elected Officials organization hosted automobile sales entrepreneur Sanford “Sandy” Woods as keynote speaker for their annual scholarship fundraising event on Saturday, March 23, 11 a.m., at the West Palm Beach Marriott, 1101 Okeechobee Blvd. For decades Wood’s company consistently has been listed as one of the country’s top 20 dealerships on Black Enterprise’s “Auto Dealer 100” list. Among innumerable accolades, Woods was listed in Who’s Who Among African Americans in 2008. He earned a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of Minority Auto Dealers in 2015.
This effort emphasizes regional unity in hosting FIFA World Cup 2026TM, showcasing an unparalleled partnership and Florida’s commitment to delivering a world-class event. In addition, with Mayor Levine Cava spearheading the executive advisory board and supported by a strong contingent of female leaders, South Florida’s diverse leadership is in the spotlight during Women’s History Month, reinforcing the universal appeal of this global game and powerful role women will have in shaping the event.
When the word CANCER is mentioned, many people cringe. Some of you have only seen the damage cancer can do, and others have been through the grueling process of treatment and the blessings of recovery. Deetra Sands Durham is a native of Broward County, a graduate of Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, Spelman College, active in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and her church, to name a few.
Former President Donald Trump’s legal team informed a court that he cannot afford to post a $464 million bond in a civil fraud case against him. This case, brought by the New York Attorney General’s office, alleges that Trump and his family business, the Trump Organization, misled lenders and insurers about the value of their properties.
Mrs. Thelma Kirby Johnson is the reigning living Matriarch of the Kirby and Johnson families. At the age of 102, she remains vibrant, strong, and as loving as the rising sun. Our Mother was born to Luther and Annie Dee Kirby on February 23, 1922, in Ocala, Florida. She is the second oldest of seven children.