In the heart of South Florida, a concerning rise in Cyclospora infections has prompted local health officials to take action. Broward County has reported five cases, while Miami-Dade County has seen six. This uptick is part of a broader national trend, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigating nearly 7,000 potential cases
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POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Before hundreds of thousands of people were watching his videos online, Willie Reynolds was doing what he’s always done: finding creative ways to make a living. Early Hustle “I used to sell ‘freeze cups,’” Reynolds told Villij News, recalling one of his earliest ventures. “I knew how that flavor was supposed
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FOOD SAFETY ALERT: A Salmonella outbreak linked to imported cantaloupe has officially ended after sickening at least 70 people across 25 states, according to the CDC. The outbreak was traced to cantaloupe imported from Guatemala by Ayco Farms Inc. of Pompano Beach. Federal investigators say the contaminated fruit is no longer on the market, and
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Owner Jackson Marshall turns family inspiration into a go-to local spot serving quality meals that hit—without the high price.By Attiyya Atkins At Smackin Jay’s Deli & Grill, it starts with the food—but it doesn’t stop there. From the first smell of fresh, hot meals to the welcoming, come-as-you-are atmosphere, this is the kind of spot
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By David Miller, Cultural Arts Ambassador It is a wonderful feeling to know that Black independence is still alive in the city of Pompano Beach. On August 27, the Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 NW 9th Court, Pompano Beach, hosted a Black Business Month event organized by the Friends of the Library and the Black
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