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Former Heisman winner, NBA player Ward new FAMU head basketball coach

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of Basketballhistory.comMIAMI – Former Heisman Trophy winner and New York Knicks point guard Charlie Ward was named the new head basketball coach for Florida A&M University men’s team. Ward takes over for Patrick Crarey, who agreed to become the new head coach for Grambling State University in Louisiana. The Rattlers and Tigers are Southwestern Athletic Conference rivals. FAMU finished 14-17 last season.
One Night Stand celebrates Overtown rich music history April 24

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

MIAMI – Vocalists and musical bands will take the stage for one night only in Overtown reminiscing about the historic Black community’s music heyday. One Night Stand brings together a star-studded a line-up of talented Black recording artists and bands to perform on April 24, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Historic Ward Rooming House, 249 N.W. 9th Street. The event is sponsored by Hampton Arts Lovers.
Jamaican reggae singer Romeo dies at 80

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of Brooklynvegan.comMIAMI – Jamaican reggae recording artist Max Romeo, known for his BBC-banned hit, has died, according to published reports. He was 80 years old. The singer, real name Maxwell Livingston Smith, launched his career in the 1960s before he catapulted into fame with his controversial song. Max’s greatest hits include Wet Dream, which shot to the top ten in 1968. His single, which spent 25 weeks in the charts, was later banned by the BBC due to its controversial lyrics.
Publix supermarket offers vehicle registration quick service space

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of Webmotor.orgMIAMI – Miami-Dade residents can shop and renew their vehicle registration at the same location. Publix and the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector’s Office have teamed up to install new self-service kiosks inside several of the supermarket locations. The initiative highlights the effort to bring government services into accessible community locations, offering a convenient alternative to visiting the tax collector’s office.
Suspended driver’s licenses can be reinstated through Operation Green Operation

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of istock.comMIAMI – Miami- Dade residents whose driver’s license is currently suspended have an opportunity to reinstate their driving privileges. Operation Green Light, which debuted in 2023 by the Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court Office, starts on April 20 and ends on May 4.
Florida first state to recognize Gulf of America

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of Cruisehive.comMIAMI – Florida is the first state in the nation to recognize the Gulf of America, echoing President Donald Trump’s executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed two bills to make it official for the state in which the name the Gulf of America will be required in public school textbooks.
Homeowner at fault if tree falls on neighbor’s property under new proposed law

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of Getty ImagesMIAMI – If a hurricane blows down a homeowner’s tree and lands in a neighbor’s yard in Florida, the individual could be responsible for any damages. Florida state Senator Jonathan Martin (R-Fort Myers) is sponsoring a bill during the Legislative Session that would make a homeowner reliable if the individual’s tree falls on someone’s property line. Martin calls it the Massachusetts rule which he said outlived its usefulness.
Heart institute to train PBC educators to respond to sudden cardiac arrest

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of Adobe StockWEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Teachers and faculty staff for Palm Beach County Schools will be able to respond to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) emergencies on campuses. The school district has agreed to allow Nicklaus Children’s Heart Institute to train and prepare educators for life-threatening emergencies like sudden electrical disturbance in the heart.
Broward County students can register to vote at school

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

MIAMI – Broward County is making voting registration easier for teenagers. During the month of April, students can register to vote at their high schools thanks to the High School Voter Registration Drive. The program, which is a partnership between the County Supervisor of Elections Office and Broward County Public Schools, educates students on the importance of civic engagement.
Black solider killed in Pearl Habor buried in hometown more than 80 years after death

1 week ago | sfltimes.com | David Snelling

Photo courtesy of DPAA-mills.comMIAMI – The family of a Black soldier killed in the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941 finally had his remains buried in his native North Carolina. According to NBC News, on April 3, Navy Mess Attendant 3rd Class Neil Frye received full military honors as his remains were brought home and buried at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery in Spring Lake, North Carolina. He was buried on the day he would’ve turned 104 years old.