The “Souls to the Polls” event, held on Sunday August. 18, began at New Hope Baptist Church in Fort Lauderdale, Fl., and ended at the African American Research Library and Culture Center (AARLCC)
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Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Manatee Lagoon in Riviera Beach, sponsored by Florida Power & Light Company (FPL). The $1,000-per-student awards acknowledged those with a minimum…
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 more aplomb than when they left. According to the National Archives, more than 380,000 Black men served in the Army during the war. These Black men experienced respect, class and the novelty of being treated like an equal. The 1920’s saw the resentment of being treated like 3/5ths of man begin to be displayed. Subtle commentary first began in our Black arts and culture. Harlem was the mecca for this Belle Epoque, known as the “Harlem Renaissance” (Renaissance)
August 15, 2024– The Children’s Services Council of Broward County (CSC) is proud to announce the selection of Dr. David Kenton as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective October 1st. With a proven track record of leadership and a deep commitment to improving the lives of children and families, David brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to CSC as it continues to advance its mission of ensuring that all children in Broward County grow up healthy, safe, and successful.
Broward County Animal Care (BCAC) is pleased to announce that Amanda Butler, Outreach Coordinator, and Randy Grice, Administrative Coordinator, have been honored as part of Legacy South Florida’s 2024 class of 40 Under 40 Leaders of Today and Tomorrow. This prestigious recognition highlights the significant contributions of young professionals who are making a positive impact in their respective fields and within the community.
The number of registered Republican voters in Florida officially surpassed Democrats by more than 1 million last weekend, a milestone reflecting political shifts in the Sunshine State and the largest margin for the GOP since the late 1980s.
Daytona State College (DCS) has received a $15,000 grant from Bank of America that will be used to help students in the college’s Education program as they prepare to take state-mandated teaching certification tests.
Mr. Henry Graham, founder of LES – Liberia Economic and Social Development, Inc. -will be honored and celebrated for his 4 decades of community service in the South Broward/Hollywood area of Broward County. The celebration, hosted by LES and the Liberia Civic Association, titled “ Portrait of a Public Servant “ will be held on Saturday, August 24, at Tropical Acres Steak House, 2500 Griffin Road, Dania, Fl. The celebration will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m. The tickets cost $60 and can be purchased on Eventbright. The attire is semi-formal.
A Florida jury on Friday found a 60-year-old white woman guilty of manslaughter with a firearm for fatally shooting an unarmed Black mother during an ongoing dispute over children playing near her home.
On the 116th anniversary of the Springfield Race Riot, President Joe Biden signed a proclamation establishing the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument in Springfield, Illinois. The new monument will preserve 1.57 acres of federal land and highlight a significant but painful moment in American history, when a white mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, leading to the lynching of two Black men and widespread destruction of homes and businesses.