“This Is the Best Day of My Life!” By Kristen Hernandez Pompano Beach – In a collaboration with former Golden Acres resident and rapper Kodak Black, the Kappa League of Pompano Beach and volunteers helped pack grocery bags and turkeys into the back of a U-Haul truck parked in front of Golden Acres Complex, located
Continue ReadingThe holiday season is a time for joy, love and togetherness. It can also be a time of indulgent meals, late nights, busy schedules and other activities outside of our normal routine that can pose health risks. To stay safe while enjoying this special time of year, Dr. Edmara Nieves, M.D., associate medical director of
Continue ReadingThe 16th annual Light Up MLK was held on November 18 at Annie Gillis Park, 601 MLK Jr. Blvd. The event featured songs from the E. Pat Larkins Senior Choir, a cheer from the Pompano Chiefs and included a turkey giveaway courtesy of P3 Church. There was also a Black Santa for pictures and games
Continue ReadingWhat a year 2023 has been for Villij News. Thank you for all the continued support. In 2023, some of our top stories were “Black Genius in Flight Celebrates Juneteenth with An Ode to 50 Years of Hip-Hop,” about a really cool event and experience in honoring the culture; “New Restaurant Concept Takes a Bite
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By: Kristen Hernandez Fort Lauderdale – In a move years in the making, Florida voters may see an amendment on the 2024 Presidential ballot to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes. The Florida Marijuana Legalization Initiative, sponsored by a committee from Safe & Smart Florida, has already raised nearly $40 million dollars to support the initiative.
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