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🗞️ This week in Villij News Pompano Beach residents are raising concerns about the design of the city’s Senior Activity Center, with some questioning what it could mean for the proposed rebuild of the E. Pat Larkins Community Center. Also in this issue: 📚 A new book explores the hidden history of Broward County in

Community Feature | Young Radio Host Amaryah Jones Is Building Her Platform Early

March 13, 2026March 16, 2026News Reporter

By Attiyya Atkins As communities across the country celebrate Women’s History Month, a new generation of young women is stepping into leadership roles in media, business and public life. Among them is Amaryah Jones, a teen radio host, author and youth advocate who is building a growing platform centered on inspiration and storytelling. Jones is

New SNAP Restrictions Roll Out : Junk Food Limited

March 12, 2026March 16, 2026News Reporter

By Akayliah Simpson The 42 million Americans who rely on SNAP benefits have faced growing uncertainty in recent months as federal policy debates and administrative changes ripple through the nation’s food assistance system. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as food stamps, helps low-income Americans purchase food. Recipients receive benefits through an electronic card

Overtown CRA Announces Semi-Finalists for People’s Choice Barbecue Cookoff

March 11, 2026March 16, 2026News Reporter

Winner could earn opportunity to lease historic People’s Barbecue building MIAMI, Fla. — The Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is blending history, food and economic opportunity with the upcoming People’s Choice Barbecue Cookoff, a public event celebrating Overtown’s culinary legacy while opening the door for a new generation of entrepreneurs. The free community

Pompano Beach Weighs Return to City Police Department

March 7, 2026March 16, 2026News Reporter

Pompano Beach is considering reviving its police force after 25 years of relying on the Broward Sheriff’s Office, sparking debate over cost and community safety.

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Community Feature | Young Radio Host Amaryah Jones Is Building Her Platform Early

New SNAP Restrictions Roll Out : Junk Food Limited

Overtown CRA Announces Semi-Finalists for People’s Choice Barbecue Cookoff

Pompano Beach Weighs Return to City Police Department

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