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Florida Power & Light announces first five schools to receive STEM classroom makeover grant as part of larger $2 million, 4-year commitment

January 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) today announced the names of the inaugural five schools in Florida to receive a Classroom Makeover Grant as part of a $2 million, 4-year commitment from its charitable arm, the NextEra Energy Foundation, to advance STEM curriculum, increase the exposure of Black students to STEM education and jumpstart students’ interest in STEM careers. […]

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It’s time to make local leaders practice what Dr. King preached.

January 26, 2022 Carma Henry 0

     Last week, the world paused to observe the life and legacy of one of mankind’s greatest fighters for civil and economic rights, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Just like every other year, parades, marches, public speeches, and community service activities were offered as both recognition of Dr. King’s contributions to society and symbols of an interest in keeping the spirit of his work alive. Yet, this year was especially wrought with criticisms and contradictions between the symbolism of the acts to honor Dr. King and the substance of the actions that continue to be taken that are against what Dr. King stood for.  […]

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Saturday night, an FBI hostage rescue team breached a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas. They safely recovered the three remaining captives after a nearly 11-hour hostage situation

January 20, 2022 Carma Henry 0

     On Saturday night, an FBI hostage rescue team breached a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas. They safely recovered the three remaining captives after a nearly 11-hour hostage situation. According to the authorities, the suspect is dead. Four people, including a rabbi, were initially taken hostage. One of the hostages were released unarmed around 5 p.m. Two law enforcement officers told CNN that investigators believe the hostage taker may have been motivated to release Aafia Siddiqui. Authorities are not revealing the suspect’s identity due to the ongoing investigation. […]

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Education is a family affair

January 20, 2022 Carma Henry 0

“Education is a family affair”: It’s all about the children. Rev. Wiggins is seen hear reading to students at Collins Elementary School in Dania Beach , Florida. In his quest to lift up our young people, Rev. Wiggins has been engaged in educating students everyway he can.  Rev. Paul R. Wiggins is seeking election for the Broward County School Board, District 1 Seat in 2022. We are all in this together. […]