The idea of aligning with figures like Trump and Vance means accepting a narrative of Black dependency on white saviors. It is allowing the very mentality of people who have exploited, oppressed, and degraded us to dictate the terms of our existence. It is accepting a warped notion of masculinity that disregards the sacrifices of Black leaders who have fought for justice and equality. This isn’t about being “woke” or pandering to any political party—it’s about standing up for our heritage and refusing to be complicit in the erasure of our history.
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The Florida A&M University (FAMU) National Alumni Association (NAA), Broward Chapter, graciously welcomed FAMU representatives to the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) National College Fair. The event, held at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, drew enthusiastic students eager to learn about the university.
In a discreet, nondescript building nestled in the heart of Broward County, the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) serves as a hub of strategic focus on keeping the county safe during an emergency like a storm. Rows of monitors illuminate maps and live updates, guiding rapid decisions and coordinated actions from government agencies across the county. During a storm, this center operates 24 hours a day, becoming the focal point for ensuring the safety and mobility of Broward County residents.
Slow-moving showers hovered over Asheville, N.C., on Sept. 25. At the time, Hurricane Helene was a Category 1 hurricane, swelling on Cancun’s eastern Gulf of Mexico. By the evening of Sept. 26, that Category 1 hurricane dumped more than nine inches of rain on Asheville, and by noon Sept. 27, the city, perched 2,134 feet above sea level and 392 miles to the nearest coastal waters, began to feel the unimaginable devastation of being submerged by floodwaters. By the afternoon of Sept. 27, the Category 1 storm grew to a Category 4, causing residents in North Carolina to flee in search of safety.
Broward County Transit (BCT) is thrilled to announce that Cesar Perez, a dedicated member of its maintenance team, has been named First Runner-Up for the prestigious Bus Technician of the Year Award by the Florida Public Transit Association (FPTA).
Debutante is French, and it means female beginner. It was a young lady’s introduction to “Polite Society.” The first debutante ball in the world was Queen Charlotte’s Ball in Britain in 1780, held by King George III in honor of his wife’s birthday. For the English aristocracy this practice was used to announce a young woman’s marriageability to eligible bachelors.
My passion for politics and public service began in my youth, when I served on the student counsel and the Young Democrats (Created by the Fl Assoc of Deputy Sheriffs). Thereafter, I served in various leadership capacities with various political organizations, for many years. Community Service is still an integral part of my life; today I currently serve on Lauderhill’s Planning & Zoning, and Affordable housing Boards, the Broward County Marine Advisory Board and the West ken Lark Homeowners Association Board.
The city of Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, recently honored the bravery of Aden Perry, a teenager who tragically lost his life while trying to save someone in the water. To commemorate his selfless act, the city unveiled the first installed Aden Perry lifesaving ring, with nine more locations identified for installation ¹. This initiative is part of a larger mission by Aden’s mom to keep his memory alive and prevent future drowning incidents by campaigning for these lifesaving rings in every city.
As part of his visit, Biden announced $612 million for six Department of Energy projects to improve the resilience of electric grids in areas affected by hurricanes. This includes $94 million for two projects in Florida: $47 million for Gainesville Regional Utilities and $47 million for the company Switched Source, which helps modernize existing infrastructure, to partner with the utility Florida Power and Light.
Florida A&M University (FAMU) Interim President Timothy L. Beard, Ph.D., announces Jamal Sowell as vice president of government relations. He is responsible for leading the implementation of FAMU’s government relations strategy and promoting the university’s interests and conveying the president’s strategic vision at local, state, and federal levels.