By Attiyya Atkins Art is an expression of the soul. Yet, many times, Black people don’t see a reflection of their self in contemporary art. Married couple, Gavin and Tameka Jordan, set out to change that with the opening of 24 Marie Fine Art gallery. The gallery is located at 825 N. Federal Highway, Fort […]
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The City of Pompano Beach approved enhancements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard from Dixie Highway to the Florida’s Turnpike with widened sidewalks, landscaped medians and other transportation elements, such as bike racks and bus stops along the corridor. The most visible change is the artwork underneath the bridge.
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Spring is one of the most wonderful seasons ever. Don’t debate with me. The rebirth, the roots cracking through the soil, the rain providing the essential mystical element that it does, and the beautiful flower that shines through. The winter is always worth it, please don’t forget it. As you push through your struggles, remember […]
Continue ReadingHuckabuck was a vital part of the growth of Villij News and now that he’s no longer with us on Earth, Villij wants to keep his spirit alive. He was a good soul and would always ask when the next issue was coming out. Even when I was tired and even when local leaders rescinded […]
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By Attiyya Atkins We might run from it, we might hide from it, but we’re all going to die. Death is the one thing in this life that is guaranteed. But unfortunately, due to issues prevalent in Black communities like higher crime rates, lack of access to health care or high-quality food, single-family households and […]
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Rep. Patricia Williams and Clergy Leaders Call on Residents to Unite and Vote #PompanoStrong By Kristen Hernandez Pompano Beach – Over 20 pastors attended an “all hands on deck” meeting, hosted by Reverend Tim Griffith of Faith in Florida, with state Rep. Patricia Williams, D, as special guest speaker at Word of the Living God […]
Continue ReadingBy Kristen Hernandez Law makers in Florida have stepped up to help combat the unaffordable housing crisis plaguing every county in the state. Historically, renters have had little to no government protection from uncapped rent hikes, units without working air conditioning, apartments that require major repairs or upgrades, or having to vacate a unit with […]
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