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Randy Nelson: Black males are an endangered species
Have you ever noticed the intense passion and commitment exhibited by many when it comes to saving endangered animals or protesting against the killing or maltreatment of animals? Don't get me wrong, I am a bona fide animal lover. But, as I reflect on the...Tags: Environmental Issues, Rick Scott, Conservation, University of Florida, Florida Gators
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The Rev. Dr. Alfred A. Vaughn, Methodist pastor
The Rev. Dr. Alfred A. Vaughn, who had pastored United Methodist churches for nearly 40 years, died May 21 of heart disease at his Cedonia home. He was 90. "He was clear, insightful and persuasive but not loud. He was gentle. That is the way he was as...
Tags: Christianity, Teachers, Methodist, Labor Legislation, Religion and Belief
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66 finalists named for lucrative Knight Arts Challenge grants
One of the remarkable things about the 66 finalists announced Monday for the annual Knight Arts Challenge grants is their range, both artistically and geographically. Over the course of five years, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has...
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Historically black colleges receive $228 million in grant money from federal government
Sentinel School Zone - Orlando SentinelHistorically black colleges and universities throughout the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands were awarded $228 million in grants Tuesday from the U.S. Department of Education. Florida A&M University, Florida's only public, historically black... -
Natural Hair Expo returns to South Florida
Staff WriterWith our Carib-fab population here in South Florida natural hairstyles are happening. Braids, twists, cornrows and afros have attained a level of acceptance and popularity across the country, but it happened here in SoFlo first. Natural Trendsetters...Tags: Fort Lauderdale
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The unsinkable Melton Mustafa
With a bounce in his step, Melton Mustafa strode onto the stage of Miami's Joseph Caleb Auditorium. The audience at September's Sunshine Jazz Organization's 25th anniversary gala cheered warmly, as the Liberty City-raised trumpeter and bandleader took his...
Tags: Entertainment, Big Band (genre), Manhattan (New York City), Trips and Vacations, Duke Ellington
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Is FPL's $690 million proposed rate hike really needed?
Does Florida Power & Light really need to boost base rates $690 million a year? Opponents of the increase, including consumer groups and advocates, are gearing up to fight the proposal at hearings next month. They said FPL's annual profit increased...Tags: FPL Group, Energy Saving, Plantation, Florida Hospital, Consumers
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Why hasn't Gov. Rick Scott taken a stand on FPL's proposed rate hike?
Sun SentinelCritics of Florida Power & Light's proposed $690 million base rate hikehave questioned why Gov. Rick Scotthasn't taken a position on it. The increase would amount to $7.09 more a month on the base part of a monthly bill for customers who use 1,000...Tags: Palm Beach (Palm Beach, Florida), FPL Group, Energy Saving, West Palm Beach, Charlie Crist
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Living an authentic life
Meet another member of the many-sided faith community in South Florida. This week we're talking with the Rev. Marcus Davidson, spiritual leader of New Mount Olive Baptist Church, Fort Lauderdale, which will celebrate its 93rd anniversary this coming...Tags: Christianity, Religious Texts, Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Religion and Belief
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Gators champions again … in Florida specialty license plates
The 2009 numbers are out for Florida specialty license plates and once again, the Florida Gators are champs. The University of Florida plate ended the year with 120,858 total plates sold, up more than 7,000 from 2008. Specialty plates as a whole, though,...Tags: University of Florida, Football, Sales, Sports, Florida State University
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Teenlink/Scholarships
Teenlink South FloridaOff to College Sweepstakes Open to high school seniors planning to attend college or current college students. One winner will be chosen every two weeks through May 11. www.suntrusteducation.com/sweeps. Amount: $1,000. Drawing every two weeks through...Tags: Bethune-Cookman University, Academic Progress, Awards and Prizes, Palm Beach County, Wells Fargo & Co.
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