The Greater Miami (FL), Dade County (FL) and Miami-Biscayne Bay (FL) Chapters of The Links, Incorporated will hold a Black Family Wellness Expo: Pathways to Health on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199 Street in Miami Gardens from 9:00am to 3:00pm, in an effort to reduce health and economic disparities and to save and improve lives in the Black community. This effort in Miami Dade County is aimed at addressing Pediatric and Senior/Family Wellness, Women’s and Men’s Health that negatively impact(s) the health and quality of life for many in this community. The local event is a part of The Links, Incorporated’s nationwide Black Family Wellness Expos being held across the country on March 15, 2025,[1] which aims to leverage its entire membership in the effort to improve outcomes for Black families.
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A legal battle over the ownership of a historic community landmark began on Monday as the trial between the Grand Lodge of the Elks and Sader Investments, LLC commenced. Presided over by Judge Haines, the case concerns the disputed sale of land belonging to the Pride of Fort Lauderdale Elks Lodge 652, a long-standing pillar of the Black community.
Broward County’s business, political and community leaders and collaborators gathered on February 19th to celebrate the grand opening of History Fort Lauderdale’s newest permanent exhibit, “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward.” This significant exhibit, developed in collaboration with esteemed local organizations including the African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward Main Library Historic Archives, American Legion Post 220, Northwest Federated Woman’s Club, Links Inc., Broward County’s Black fraternities and sororities and Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant, explores the rich history and enduring impact of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County’s Black community from 1793 to the present day.
Grover Corlew, recently spent an afternoon mentoring more than 50 teenagers at Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County JM Family Teen Center in Deerfield Beach. The session, focused on commercial real estate, gave teens the opportunity to learn from industry professionals and ask questions about the business.
In a moment of well-earned recognition, Rousseau Durocher, has been honored as Leader of the Year by the Florida Animal Protection and Advocacy Association (FAPAA). The award was presented at the 2025 Florida Animal Protection Conference – Compassion in Action, celebrating his exceptional leadership, dedication, and impact in the field of animal welfare.
Black women are the most educated group in America, yet we continue to judge ourselves and each other. We’ve been conditioned to believe that our roles are limited to caregivers, teachers, and nurses—valuable roles, but not the full extent of our potential. There is nothing we cannot do. Once, it was illegal for us to learn. Now, we push back against those limitations, rising higher, creating new opportunities for ourselves and our communities. No other group has accomplished what Black women have accomplished despite the obstacles.
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced it has achieved more than $16 billion in overall fuel savings for customers from its highly efficient and diverse power generation fleet, which includes natural gas, nuclear power and solar and battery storage. In 2024 alone, the company saved customers $867 million in fuel costs. Since 2001, the company has leveraged the latest technology to help drive down costs and improve efficiency for customers and today operates one of the country’s most efficient and reliable generation fleets.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has ordered a 50% reduction in Social Security’s workforce. The agency, already at its lowest staffing levels in 50 years, announced that it will soon implement largescale layoffs.
The Upstander Theory teaches that bystanders who take action can change the course of injustice, but intervention must be both intentional and informed. We are called to be our brother’s keeper, to act when we witness harm, but we must do so wisely—ensuring that our help does not make us the next casualty.
By D. Kevin McNeir Special to the AFRO The number of people seated in the pews of Washington, D.C.’s Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church more aptly…