Advances: Week of June 18, 2023
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One of the most dangerous hours in America is now 11 o’clock on Sunday morning. Previously considered a time of peace and tranquility, this hour has become a hotbed of danger and violence. The shift in danger can be attributed to various factors, including the changing landscape of societal norms and the influence of technological advancements.
Florida Celebrity Centenarian 105-year-old Magnolia B. Jackson, visit Bass Park Water Aerobics Club.
The Sistrunk Historical Organization is pleased to present its annual collegiate scholarship competition that presents a financial need. The scholarship is available to all 2023 graduating seniors that plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university or vocational school as a full-time student in the fall.
Kaylan Striggles and Richard Yeargin III is proud to announce, “Father to Fatherless,” a transformative event aimed at empowering fathers or father figures, including women, to guide young men in their search for identity within minority communities. This event will take place on June 16th, starting at 6pm with meet and greet opportunities, including pictures and a book signing with the author. The program will commence promptly at 7pm, providing a platform for open discussions and networking.
In February 2023, the Florida Department of Education convened a statewide group of content experts to review current state academic standards for alignment to s. 1003.42 F.S., as amended by House Bill 7 (2022). After their initial review, the decision was made to draft a new K-12 African American History strand of social studies standards and benchmarks.
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The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Iota Pi Lambda Chapter, provided eight high school graduates from the South Dade community with scholarships as part of the organization’s “Go to High School, Go to College” national initiative. Close to $8,000 in scholarships were awarded through the Iota Pi Lambda Education Foundation.
In the wake of the NAACP Florida Travel Advisory for the Black, LGBTQIA+ and undocumented communities, the South Dade Branch of the NAACP is saddened and angered to learn of the senseless death of Ajike ‘AJ’ Owens.