One of the results of the northern “Great Migration” was the development of the “New Negro.” When World War One ended it brought home thousands of Black men who had sampled the nectar of freedom abroad. The National Archives estimated that over 380,000 Black men served in the Army. Shockingly, they weren’t called “Boy.” They were called “Sir”, and treated with respect, class. New dignity is intoxicating and it only exacerbates the angst of being treated like 3/5ths of a person. This resentment started bubbling up, first in our art, songs, poems, and in every part of Black culture.
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Patterson & Sons’ history is a remarkable one. That the only Black-owned automaker, founded by a former slave, found success in a malicious culture for three generations is a phenomenal feat. Remember this was an era defined by virulent racism, from President Woodrow Wilson’s segregation of federal workplaces to the popular acclaim of D.W. Griffith’s “Birth of a Nation.” That resilient Nubian chromosome led to Charles Richard Patterson and his son Frederick being inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in 2021.
On June 9, 1958, history was made on Fort Lauderdale Beach as Robert Payne became the first Black American to compete in the South Florida Beach Patrol Championships. As a member of a predominantly white beach patrol, Payne’s presence on the sand was more than just athletic prowess—it was a breakthrough moment in the fight for racial equality in aquatics.
Florida Power & Light Company’s (FPL) team of energy experts, community relations and external affairs will host a Power to Save event at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex in Miami on Wednesday, Feb. 19.
In Florida, juveniles facing misdemeanor or non-violent crimes, such as drug offenses, may have the opportunity to go through Teen Court. This program allows offenders to have their records wiped clean by facing a jury of their adolescent peers.
In the heart of Belle Glade, where the soil is rich and the sun blesses the fields, there’s a man who has spent a lifetime growing greens that feed his community. Glasco Flowers, now 75, has been farming since he was just 17 years old. What started as clearing fields owned by White landowners—pulling weeds and removing stubborn stumps—became a lifelong passion that never faded.
“History Fort Lauderdale invites the community to join us for the opening of ‘Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,’ a momentous occasion celebrating the enduring spirit, achievements and legacy of Broward County’s African American community,” said Patricia Zeiler, executive director of History Fort Lauderdale. “This informative exhibit offers an opportunity to reflect on the profound impact our diverse residents have made through the generations and amplifies the voices and experiences that have shaped our local history.”
Imagine you’re from one of the great West African empires: the Yoruba, whose intricate political systems rivaled those of European nations; the Asante, whose formidable military power was matched only by their control of the lucrative gold trade; or the Mandinka, who amassed vast wealth through their vital trade routes. But now, torn from your homeland, your people are slaves in America. Then, Britain offers you freedom if you fight with them. What would you decide? The free room and board is nice but then there are the beatings to consider… so, it’s either “Sunshine or Shackles?”
The Hallandale Beach Community Civic and Cultural Association, Inc. (HBCCCA) proudly presents the Angelean C. Glass Scholarship Breakfast, themed “Bridging the Generational Gap with Diversity.” The event will take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the Hallandale Beach Cultural Center (410 SE 3rd Street, Hallandale Beach, FL). Tickets are available for $50.
The 17th Judicial Circuit announced today that Chief Judge Jack Tuter would retire from the bench on May 1, 2025. Judge Tuter notified Gov. Ron DeSantis of his pending retirement in a letter on Monday.