After serving as a pillar of business advocacy and development for over half a century, the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce has reached a defining moment: securing its first permanent headquarters in Liberty City.
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Gantt studied Journalism and Philosophy at Georgia State University; and after graduation, Gantt received a Graduate Fellowship to study Public Affairs Reporting at the Washington Journalism Center in Washington, D.C. He also has a master’s degree, in Science, from Florida State University. Excerpts from a Gantt Report column were also displayed in the “Freedom of Speech” section of the National Freedom Museum.
Sadly, America’s schools often fail to teach about the Black Episcopal priest, the Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray. Rev. Murray was a lawyer, author, and women’s rights activist, and became the first Black person to earn a Doctor of the Science of Law degree from Yale, as well as the first Black woman to be ordained an Episcopal priest. (Editorial Note: Reverend Murray was gender nonconformist, and out of respect, we will not be using traditional pronouns.)
Dr. Germaine Smith-Baugh, President and CEO of The Urban League of Broward County and graduate of Leadership Broward SEO Class 2008, is one of seven outstanding community leaders who will be honored by Leadership Broward during the annual Fun Lunch on Friday, April 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way in Hollywood.
Larry Robinson’s legacy too vast be defined in one moment
DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 41 counties Monday, expanded the declaration to 61 counties Tuesday morning. As snow began to fall in Pensacola, he also ordered state offices closed in the affected areas through Wednesday.
Alicia, who also serves as co-chair of the Garvey Exoneration Delaware Campaign and producer of The Garvey Legacy Film Project, shares the importance of revisiting Garvey’s case and addressing the systematic oppression that led to his conviction. “I am honored to have had professor Aharone and Alicia share their work and passion with our listeners,” said Camry. “I hope this episode inspires listeners to join the fight for justice.” The Center for Global Africa (CGA), headquartered in Delaware is a Sixth Region and Pan-HBCU academic think tank that works with satellite partners in Africa and throughout the Diaspora, and engages in research, consultancy, advocacy and enterprising practices for global African development. It is also the agency leading the effort regarding the exoneration of Marcus Garvey. Visit www.legacymovementfilm.com to watch the Garvey Film Trailer and support the campaign.
Illegal customization of license plates are drawing the attention of Florida law enforcement, prompting a statewide crackdown by the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The issue is particularly prevalent in South Florida, where nearly 80% of the violations are occurring.
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The article you are about to read had its origins at my friend, Dr. Augusta Clark’s house, located in the very community, Carver Ranches, the primary focus of this piece. My college teammate, Thomas Ballard, and I have developed a lasting friendship with Dr. Clark or Gussie as she is affectionately known by many. When she comes home, it is a foregone conclusion that we have lunch together while simultaneously taking a nostalgic peak down memory lane as Broward educators, Gussie and Ballard at Hollywood Hills and I at South Plantation. It was following one of those gatherings that I had the privilege of meeting Audrey Warren, the creator and founder of The Legacy Ball 2024. As an occasional contributing columnist and sports editor with the Westside Gazette, Broward County’s oldest African American owned newspaper, I was extended an invitation to both attend and cover this auspicious event, honoring the legacy of the Carver Ranches pioneers while celebrating the current beneficiaries and their continuing, impactful contributions to and on this amazing community. In addition, I met Ms. Cynthia Strachan-Saunders, a multi-talented singer, author, historian and founder of the Bowles-Strachan House. Immediately I recognized the passion and commitment deeply held by these phenomenal women for their beloved Carver Ranches community.