By Attiyya Atkins Daily Dealz, a discount store with a twist, opened in Pompano in December. Daily Dealz, located at 3772 N Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point in the Venetian Isles Shopping Center, used to be Staples before it closed during the pandemic. On different days of the week, certain items in the store are priced […]
Continue ReadingBoy oh boy, 2022 was a year! We thought we were done with COVID-19, sike… it was still messing with us, even more strains wanted to pop up. Will Smith smacked the hell out Chris Rock on live TV. Kevin Samuels, the irreverent and unlicensed relationship therapist, passed away; and rappers PNB Rock and Takeoff […]
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By Attiyya Atkins Linda Houston Jones, founder of Ashanti Cultural Arts, leaves behind a legacy of community advocacy, social justice, and a passion for the arts. Jones passed away in November, but her spirit will live on in the programs she’s created through her non-profit organization. More than 30 years ago, Jones was looking for […]
Continue ReadingBy China Boynton February brings us lots of great gifts like Valentine’s Day and winter weather, February is also known as Black History Month in the United States. Here’s a glimpse of different local events to celebrate the richness of being Black. The month kicked off with the Tiger Trail committee and their black-tie gala, […]
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Forget the Kansas City Chiefs, Pompano Beach has its own Super Bowl championship team. The Pompano Chiefs 6U youth football team has a year of bragging rights as Florida Youth Football League’s (FYFL) Super Bowl champs. The Chiefs beat the Lauderdale Lakes Vikings in November. The Vice Tribe of approximately 20 kids, some not old […]
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City of Pompano Press Release The Orange Bowl Committee and the City of Pompano Beach cut the ribbon for the new field at Mitchell Moore Park, 901 NW 10 St. in December. Orange Bowl, its partners, and the City completed approximately $4 million in renovations which include a synthetic turf field and maintenance fund, an […]
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By China Boynton and Attiyya Atkins Imagine being a student in an eSports class where you learn the mechanics of video gaming (and play a few video games), or an engineering class equipped with 3D printing computers, or a debate class fashioned like a real courtroom. This is Pompano Beach Middle School, thanks to the […]
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