Most recently, Case led her Rick Case Cares team in volunteering to help every student at Broward Estates Elementary in Fort Lauderdale go “sole”-searching for that perfect pair of sneakers. Students walked away with an extra special spring in their step, choosing from an array of athletic shoes that fit their feet and personality. They also left with a pair of socks and a book. […]
This summer, Florida has opted out of receiving additional funding for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program, a decision that could leave millions of children in the state, without proper nutrition. The Summer EBT Program aims to bridge the nutritional gap for low-income families during the summer months when school is out. Participating families receive $120 per eligible child, distributed as $40 per month for three months, to purchase food from different stores. By leaving the $250 million on the table, the state risks worsening Florida’s hunger population. In response, Florida State Senator Rosalind Osgood (D-Broward County) released this statement […]
Florida Black Caucus Conference […]
Retribution for the heinous treatment of the slaves in the British colony of South Carolina arrived Sunday morning September 9th, 1739. South Carolina became a state in 1776 after the Revolutionary War. The online encyclopedia Black Past.org chronicled the rebellion, “Led by an Angolan named Jemmy, a band of 20 slaves organized a rebellion on the banks of the Stono River. After breaking into Hutchinson’s store the band, now armed with guns, called for their liberty. As they marched, overseers were killed and reluctant slaves were forced to join the company.” […]
I never called James by his given name, and I felt his kindred spirit, so I called him Jim. Jim had a leadership style and quality that made him stand out far more than his height and well dress. […]
FOUR DAYS OF CELEBRATION will be a grand time for us all as we begin with our revisit to where it all started – all for free. Families, Friends, and all your kins are invited to share the love and tighten our bonds for the future of the Old Dillard Museum. Mark your calendar – Come with us to celebrate. […]
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis predicted Thursday that two initiatives dealing with abortion rights and recreational marijuana will fail at the ballot box this November once voters become aware of the “radical” elements included in the two measures. […]
Tavis Myrick’s mentoring group leads boys to success and maps the way to manhood. […]
Meanwhile, a plan to install walk-through metal detectors at some Broward public schools was approved by school board members at a meeting earlier this week. Board members formally approved the plan, which calls for installing the metal detectors at a total of 10 high schools and other school centers. Flanagan High and Taravella High will receive the detectors for summer sessions, and eight more will receive them before school starts in August. […]
Recently the City of Hallandale Beach launched the Cloud, an all-electric bus fleet, with a complimentary service to the community beginning on April 5, 2024. This fleet of nine electric vehicles is one of the largest electric bus fleets owned by any municipality in Florida and is a testament to the City’s commitment to keeping progress at the forefront and forging a path toward a greener tomorrow. […]
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