The Eta Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., based in Pompano Beach, Florida, has once again been recognized among the best in the world, receiving the International Social Action Large Graduate Chapter of the Year Award for 2024–2025. The honor was presented during the Dr. Moses C. Norman, Sr. International Leadership Conference, held July 25, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan.
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The Florida Hometown Heroes program is now accepting applications, offering up to $35,000 to assist first-time homebuyers with down payments and closing costs.
Broward County Democrats are raising a red flag, warning that Florida is spiraling into crisis under the combined weight of Donald Trump’s federal agenda and Governor Ron DeSantis’ state policies. At a press conference this week, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20) blasted recent Republican actions they say will devastate working families and push Black and Brown communities to the brink.
Florida Memorial University Freshman Megan Smith has been selected to present at Amazon Machine Learning University AI/ML Poster Session. AI ML posters can be used for various projects, including personal or commercial marketing, presentations, or educational materials.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) unveiled a new medical assisting lab and classroom at Miami Carol City Senior High School on Tuesday, marking a major step forward in preparing students for careers in healthcare.
Christian Keyes, in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Zeta Rho Omega Chapter and AKAdemic Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, is now accepting applications for the 2025 Christian Keyes College Scholarship program. The application deadline is September 7, 2025.
At the request of Lauderhill Mayor Denise D. Grant, the Commission presented Ms. Edde Campbell with the prestigious Key to the City in recognition of her tireless and selfless service to the community. Ms. Campbell, a respected leader and advocate, was celebrated for her unwavering commitment to reentry efforts and homelessness support services for more than 20 years.
Growing up in Northwest Fort Lauderdale, I didn’t always realize just how much was being poured into me. But as I reflect now in my role as a husband, father, community servant, and fraternity brother, I can clearly see the countless ways that prayer, perseverance, and patience shaped my path.
Recently, Florida Power & Light (FPL) rejected joining a settlement brought forth by the Office of Public Counsel (OPC), Floridians Against Increased Rates, and EarthJustice — representing Florida Rising and League of Latin American Citizens. The proposal outlines slashing FPL’s rate request nearly in half and lowers the return on equity (ROE) below the current level.
Victor George Spirits (VGS) the independent family-owned company behind award-winning Fort Mose Whiskey and Victor George Vodka is expanding distribution into North Carolina and South Carolina.