This month marks the 100th Anniversary – the Centennial Observation – of Black History Month, established in 1926 as Negro History Week by Dr Carter G. Woodson at the building in Washington, DC that’s now a National Historic Site. As someone who worked with many allies over the last 30 years trying to engage Americans of color with the National Park System and experiencing limited success, it feels like the cosmos is laughing now.
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ICE is using credit card transactions to track the whereabouts of unsuspecting immigrants. They are also grabbing immigrants from businesses that assist immigrants and send money from America back to their home countries. As a result, money needed to help families and communities stay afloat is not reaching its destination because the fear of being harassed by ICE is keeping many people from going to these establishments.
I am pleased to announce that Nicole Lovett has been selected as Postmaster Pompano Beach, MPQO E, effective February 7, 2026
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a South Florida congresswoman, has entered a not guilty plea in a federal case involving an alleged $5 million overpayment of COVID-19 disaster funds to a healthcare company operated by members of her family.
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) honored its most outstanding educators and employees during the 2026 Caliber Awards on Friday, February 6, at the Broward County Convention Center. The red-carpet event recognized over 500 nominees for their leadership, innovation, and dedication, with 16 finalists receiving top honors. More than 1,100 community leaders, business partners, educators, and supporters attended the celebration.
There’s a saying I heard not long ago that settled deep into my spirit: “You will never be used greatly until you have been wounded deeply.” At first, it sounded poetic. Yet, the more I replayed it against my own life, the unexpected losses, the disappointments, the moments of confusion, and the seasons I didn’t think I would survive, the more I realized there was truth in those words.
The City of Fort Lauderdale has officially declared that National Black History Month is, and will remain, an annual observance within the city. This landmark proclamation, issued by District 3 Commissioner Pamela Beasley-Pittman on February 3, 2026, solidifies the city’s permanent commitment to celebrating the culture, heritage, and resilience of the African American community.
As we place our spiritual stethoscope to the heart of these so-called United States of America, what we hear is not a steady, life-giving rhythm, but an irregular, labored pulse that signals deep distress. The heart of America, once aspirationally committed to liberty and justice for all, appears today to be in critical condition. The symptoms are evident in blatant acts of racism, public disrespect, and an alarming disregard for human dignity and decency; acts that are no longer whispered at the margins but boldly displayed in the public square.
“Valentine’s Day is about love, and our shelter pets are ready to give unconditional love,” said Doug Brightwell, Broward County Animal Care Director. “Every adoption changes two lives—the animal who finds a home and the family who gains a loyal companion. Through Plenty of Pets, we’re removing barriers and creating lifesaving opportunities for animals who are ready to go home today.”
As Black History Month unfolds, this week reminds us that progress has never been accidental. It has always been pushed forward—by students who refused to accept second-class citizenship, by writers who told the truth about Black life, and by everyday people whose quiet resolve shook the nation.