By Attiyya Atkins POMPANO BEACH, FL — Black history and community are important to Northwest Pompano, so when the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Pompano Beach was canceled this year due to inclement weather — the community was outraged. Under gray skies and light rain, local residents, marching bands, performers, and families still gathered in what […]
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By Attiyya Atkins POMPANO BEACH, FL — There are seeds of change in Northwest Pompano Beach, and it’s happening at the Patricia Davis Community Garden. On March 29, 2025, the Patricia Davis Community Garden at 1089 NW 6th Ave, Pompano Beach, will be officially dedicated as an ocean-friendly garden by the Surfrider Foundation. The ceremony […]
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By Attiyya Atkins Pompano Beach, FL — Renowned aviator and educator Barrington Irving, the first Black man and youngest person at the time to fly solo around the world, has launched a bold new initiative aimed at inspiring and equipping the next generation of aviation professionals. The Barrington Irving Technical Training School (BITTS) is now open […]
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By Attiyya Atkins Pompano Beach is moving forward with a $2 billion downtown redevelopment project that promises to transform the heart of the city over the next decade. Centered around the area west of Dixie Highway near Atlantic Boulevard, the plan seeks to establish a walkable, mixed-use urban core that will attract residents, businesses, and […]
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By Akayliah Simpson and Attiyya Atkins Get ready, soap opera lovers—CBS is making history. On Monday, February 24, a new era of daytime drama begins with Beyond the Gates, the first-ever Black-led soap opera to grace CBS’s airwaves. Premiering at 1-2 P.M. Pacific / 2-3 P.M. Eastern, this groundbreaking series is set to shake up the world of daytime television and […]
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Detectives with the Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help to locate a 16-year-old missing from Pompano Beach. According to investigators, Alberto Touetbon was last see at approximately 8 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 21, near the 1000 block of Southwest 46th Avenue. Touetbon was wearing a black hooded sweater and […]
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By VillijNews.com Staff POMPANO BEACH, FL – This February, the Tiger Trail Festival 2025 invites you to immerse yourself in the rich history, culture, and community spirit of Pompano Beach. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor seeking a deeper connection to Pompano Beach’s vibrant history, the Tiger Trail Festival offers something for everyone. […]
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