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     President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign has announced its leadership team in Florida, with Jasmine Burney-Clark, the founder of “Equal Ground” will serve as the campaign’s state director. Phillip Jerez, the Florida Democratic Party’s (FDP) “Executive Director,” and Jackie Lee, an Orlando political consultant will serve as senior advisers to the campaign. The hires were first reported by Gary Fineout in Politico.

Community Church of God proudly commemorated the enduring legacy of Elder Diana O Eubanks, Co-Founder of the esteemed institution, alongside her late husband, the revered Reverend Dr. J. Curtis Eubanks, Sr. The unveiling of a permanent cornerstone in her honor stands as a testament to her unwavering commitment to faith, education, and community service.

     For over seven decades, members of the Zeta Chi chapter have been instrumental in ensuring that the Fraternity’s Cardinal Principle of Scholarship, has been a staple within Broward County and more specifically the city of Fort Lauderdale. For the last ten (10) years, over $150,000 in scholarship funds have been distributed to deserving high school seniors, with a record $33,000 distributed in 2023.

In a courtroom drama unfolding around former President Trump, a judge delivered a stern warning following Trump’s reaction to a prospective juror’s response. With six jurors already seated, the trial’s dynamics intensified as Trump’s actions drew the judge’s attention.

       Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is excited to announce that its FPL Robotics Scholarship for 2024 is once again officially open for applicants. Designed to empower young minds and cultivate the future leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), this scholarship aims to support one talented student who displays exceptional passion and potential in robotics.

     Created through grants from Funding Arts Broward, Broward County Cultural Division, Florida Arts & Culture, The Community Foundation of Broward and the WalMart Foundation, with sponsorship by BrightStar Credit Union and Florida Power & Light Company, Healing Through Art runs through Friday, June 15 and features artists who focus on mental wellness and healing, as well as those who create art despite physical or mental challenges.