BRONZED & UNBOTHERED A 12-foot Black woman statue in Times Square stirs debate. We say: it’s about time. Towering among the flashing lights and tourist cameras of Times Square stands Grounded in the Stars, a monumental bronze sculpture by British artist Thomas J Price. The statue, depicting a full-bodied Black woman in leggings, t-shirt, and
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Active-duty U.S. military service members, their spouses, and their children are entitled to two free checked bags and one free carry-on bag when traveling with the service member. Spirit Airlines announced that U.S. military service members and their families will be getting the special thanks they deserve. The airline announced it is extending the existing
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Author: Press Release Stuart, Fla. (March 4, 2024) – Brightline, seamlessly connecting travelers between Central and South Florida, formally announced that it has selected Martin County and the City of Stuart as the site for its next intercity passenger rail station. The location was chosen after a review of five proposals from private and public
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There’s nothing like a good music festival. Pompano residents if you missed the epic Pompano Fall Festival in November, and don’t mind a little drive, check out Music Fest Orlando. Pompano Beach Fall Festival headliner Plies will be performing at Music Fest Orlando on Saturday, March 25 at 1 p.m. Other performing artists include Fantasia,
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By Attiyya Atkins As the city of Pompano becomes more and more developed, is Northwest Pompano being forgotten? Developers and economic gurus assured city officials at a recent meeting that the potential of Northwest Pompano is not slipping through the cracks. At an April 12 meeting, city officials approved the city’s latest tourism and development
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