by Katia Saint Fleur SOUTH FLORIDA – Katia Saint Fleur, Political Strategist, is working with Florida For All, leading the Caribbean & Black Constituency Voter Outreach. They are leading an unprecedented voter outreach coalition to engage and motivate 1.5 million black voters in Florida. Florida For All has built a very deliberate and detailed program […]
by Howard Campbell SOUTH FLORIDA – The first time Tanya Ragbeer voted in a US election, it was for Democrat Bill Clinton in 1992. She has voted Democrat since and plans to continue that trend for Joe Biden on November 3. Ragbeer, a Jamaican and longtime South Florida resident, has lived in the United States […]
By Dr. Marcia Magnus – President and Founder Caribbean American Politically Active Citizens SOUTH FLORIDA – Review this overview of Voter Suppression in 2020 alone and let it fuel your resolve to vote and Make Your Plan To Vote! In Georgia: 70% of the 53,000 held up voter registration applications are from African Americans. In Texas: more […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – South Florida Caribbean Americans, here is your Caribbean American Voters’ Guide for the 2020 general election for Palm Beach County residents. Since 2000, the Caribbean American Politically Active Citizens, a group of concerned South Florida taxpayers has endorsed candidates based on feedback from a panel of local Caribbean American political experts, many […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – South Florida Caribbean Americans, here is your Caribbean American Voters’ Guide for the 2020 general election for Broward County residents. Since 2000, the Caribbean American Politically Active Citizens, a group of concerned South Florida taxpayers has endorsed candidates based on feedback from a panel of local Caribbean American political experts, many […]
Learning how to do home repair tasks all by yourself can be fun and rewarding. Self-sufficiency feels good and makes for great conversation starters when you have guests. It can even make for a hobby if you get really into it. This being said, some tasks should be left in the capable hands of professionals […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – With most mega events canceled this year, producers of the Florida, New York, and Canada Grace Jamaican Jerk Festivals, along with Orlando and Palm Beach festivals are taking their celebration to you with a virtual event to mark October 25, 2020, National Jamaican Jerk Day – USA. The event will be streamed […]
Ride Pink 2020 To Raise Awareness and Funds MIRAMAR – In recognition of Cancer Awareness Month, Commissioner Yvette Colbourne, from the City of Miramar in association with Training Recreation Art Performance (TRAP) Center, will be hosting its first Ride Pink 2020 Drive on Saturday, October 24 starting at the Henry D. Perry Education Center, 3400 Wildcat […]
Interactive Experience Will Allow Participants To Connect In New Ways KINGSTON, Jamaica – For the first time in its 30 years, the 2020 edition of Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) will be held virtually. On November 9-10, the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) and the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) will engage the travel trade partners, providing a […]
Unique Health Assurance Stamp, and Mobile App Launched PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago – As part of its ongoing efforts to mitigate the impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and other public health threats, the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is preparing to officially launch two important initiatives to protect the Region’s tourism sector and […]
by Johnny Berkerbeg PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti – It’s been 10 years since Haiti suffered the magnitude 7.0 quake that killed more than 300,000 of its people and left more than a million displaced. The scale of the destruction left the Haitian economy, its Government, and daily life indelibly changed. Rubble lined the streets for […]
MIAMI – In celebration of the Smithsonian Traveling exhibition Voices and Votes, the Haitian Heritage Museum, has partnered with Smithsonian Institute and the Florida Humanities Council for the 4th installment of Arts Innovation Talk Series: Vibrance Expressions of Citizenships Virtual event at the Haitian Heritage Museum on Oct 29, 2020 6:00 p.m. The event will […]
Acoustically Yours Kathy’s Basement Virtual Release Concert on Kameron Corvet IG Live on October 23rd at 10pm ATLANTA – In 2018, when Grammy Award-winning artist, singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor, Kameron Corvet started strumming the melody for “Don’t Make Me Wait,“on his acoustic guitar, he never imagined that song would take him on tour with the two musical […]
by Howard Campbell KINGSTON, Jamaica – The last time June Isaacs saw her husband, Gregory Isaacs, was in September, 2010. He was leaving for London and stopped by their home in Kingston. “He told me he was going to have a surgery but everything was going to be fine. I figured something was wrong,” she […]
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is confident that its latest strategic partnerships with national media and travel sellers as well as communications to welcome travelers back to the U.S. Virgin Islands are already yielding encouraging returns for the Territory. Since the reopening of its doors to leisure visitors one […]
We love Miami, but we also know that getting out of the city for a road trip with friends can often be a refreshing, therapeutic escape from the daily grind as long as the road trip planning doesn’t take away from the fun! If you’re planning a road trip to Key West but you’re feeling […]
Basseterre, St. Kitts – St. Kitts & Nevis is pleased to once again welcome visitors to its shores beginning October 31, 2020. The Federation will observe a phased reopening with specific entry and travel requirements to be observed by visitors. The travel requirements outlined here are for Phase 1. In Phase 1 of the reopening, […]
BROWARD COUNTY – The Broward County Commission is establishing a grant program using CARES Act funds for small businesses and non-profits in Broward County to help mitigate the impacts of COVID-19. The Broward County CARES Act Small Business and Non-Profit Assistance Grant Program is designed to aid small businesses with 20 employees or less and […]
SOUTH FLORIDA – Ms. Maxine Hinds, manager, of JN Money in the Southeast Region of the United States stated that Jamaicans in Florida have demonstrated their resilience by finding ways to send funds back home, despite the economic challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. She stated that many Jamaicans in the US Diaspora have been […]
Globe Life Insurance and Insurance Company is an organization that gets little recognition than what it really deserves. Most people are quick to rule it off without discovering what it has to offer. Various global life insurance reviews– including this one- support that there are more benefits than drawbacks with this insurance company. And though the […]
NEW YORK – Major League Soccer today unveiled a series of initiatives to combat racism, advocate for social justice and increase representation in the sport. The new programs, which include the formation of a Diversity Committee consisting of members of the MLS Board of Governors, MLS Commissioner Don Garber, representatives of the Black Players For […]
In July 2020, CONCACAF unveiled their revised format for 2022 World Cup qualification which includes a 14-match “Octagonal” and an expanded eight team final round. Although the new arrangement has received mixed reviews, it was welcomed by USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter, who can now begin planning for a jam-packed 2021. With the three top teams […]
If you know someone who is into horse racing and likes a bet on the action, you may have heard them say, “I am studying the form”. But what exactly does that mean? There are lots of factors to consider in racing when it comes to making your selection. Here is a look at some […]
The Recovery Village reports an increased rate of drug-use in middle-income residents over those in high and lower-income households By Stacey Henson, LCSW, ACSW SOUTH FLORIDA – With over 40% of Florida’s COVID-19 cases, South Florida has been the epicenter of the state’s coronavirus outbreak. To better understand how the pandemic is impacting the South […]
Dancehall Divas has tapped popular and controversial Roots Play Actor and Social Media Influencer, Keith ’Shebada’ Ramsey to host it’s virtual reunion. New York – Dancehall Divas, the world’s first dancehall lifestyle reality show has recently concluded its first season in the North American market. The seven episode reality series is still on rotation in […]
Jerk Festival promoters unite to celebrate National Jamaican Jerk Day; virtual event to feature ‘Best of Performances’ and more! SOUTH FLORIDA – Producers of the Florida, New York, and Canada Grace Jamaican Jerk Festivals, along with Orlando and Palm Beach festivals, have partnered to celebrate the food, music, art, and the culture of jerk in […]
If you’re looking to serve your body and immune system well, one of the best things you can do is get a full night’s sleep. The more you’re able to squeeze in high-quality rest, the stronger your physical and emotional health will be. At the end of the day, you rely on your body to […]
Desperation and tension often run high when there’s a need for legal services. However, don’t let it blind you into choosing the wrong lawyer services. Each legal case is often unique and requires profound seriousness. You need not make matters worse due to a miscalculated error of judgment. Here’re rookie mistakes to avoid. Choosing an […]
North Miami Councilwoman Mary Estimé-Irvin Appointed to Florida League of Cities
North Miami – The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, announced that the City of North Miami’s District 3 Councilwoman, Mary Estimé-Irvin, was recently appointed to serve on the Florida League of Cities 2020-2021 Legislative Policy Committee. Legislative Policy Committee chairs, vice-chairs and members are appointed annually by the League’s […]
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