Florida Courier

17/01/2025

The 15th Annual Business Seminar, “Empowering Black Entrepreneurs: Economic Development Opportunities for Minority Business Owners,” part of the 25th Anniversary Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, is taking place today at the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center, 2101 E Palm Ave, Tampa, FL

Registration: $15 (required for in-person attendance)

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from experts like Diana Walker, CPA Rolanda McDuffie, Tim Spearman, Jr., and moderator Leighton Kyler. Organized by TD Bank’s Rob West, this seminar is all about empowering Black entrepreneurs.

Secure your spot now: https://tampablackheritage.org/seminars/

27/12/2024

Two days later, and we’re still riding the Cowboy Carter carriage! 🤠👢 truly was the holiday gift we didn’t know we needed 🐝🫶🏾👏🏾 Who else caught the show?

Missed it? Catch the replay now on Netflix!

Oh, and the football game happening during the concert was cool too…🤭

22/12/2024

Introducing Pastor Denzel Washington.
The Gladiator 2 star was recently baptized and ordained as a minister at Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ in Jamaica Queens.

20/12/2024

The Florida Courier recently set sail on the Disney Treasure, Disney’s newest cruise ship! 🛳✨

This incredible vessel promises an unforgettable experience “where the spirit of adventure meets the daring tales of classic Disney films and Disney park attractions.”

On Dec. 21, the 4,000-passenger Disney Treasure embarks on its seven-night maiden voyage to the east and west Caribbean from Port Canaveral.

Have you ever experienced the magic of a Disney cruise? Let us know!

20/12/2024

The Florida Courier recently set sail on the Disney Treasure, Disney’s newest cruise ship! 🛳✨

This incredible vessel promises an unforgettable experience “where the spirit of adventure meets the daring tales of classic Disney films and Disney park attractions.”

On Dec. 21, the 4,000-passenger Disney Treasure embarks on its seven-night maiden voyage to the east and west Caribbean from Port Canaveral.

Have you ever experienced the magic of a Disney cruise? Let us know!

13/11/2024

⏰ The deadline to apply for D-SNAP food assistance is Nov. 15! 🌪️ If you were impacted by Hurricane Milton and aren’t receiving regular SNAP benefits, you may qualify.

Pre-register online now at [myflfamilies.com/dsnap](http://myflfamilies.com/dsnap) or call (888) 717-4084 for support. Don’t wait—apply today! 📞🍽️

06/11/2024

Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election and is the 47th President of the United States.

04/11/2024

(AP) Quincy Jones, the multitalented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at 91.

Jones’ publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles, surrounded by his family. Jones was to have received an honorary Academy Award later this month.

19/09/2024

Don't forget to put on your best white tomorrow for 🕊🕊

16/09/2024

From Entertainment Tonight:

BREAKING: Tito Jackson has died at the age of 70.

Steve Manning, a longtime Jackson family friend and former Jackson family manager, tells ET that Tito passed away today. While an official cause of death has not yet been determined, Manning believes that Tito suffered a heart attack while driving from New Mexico to Oklahoma. Updates are developing.

11/09/2024

We can't let you go! Frankie Beverly, the founder and frontman of the band Maze, has passed away at the age of 77.

Beverly's family confirmed the singer's death on his social media accounts.

"He lived his life with pure soul as one would say, and for us, no one did it better," the family statement read in part. "He lived for his music, family and friends."

Beverly, whose real name was Howard Stanley Beverly, died Monday. His cause of death was not revealed.

10/09/2024

James Earl Jones, the voice behind Darth Vader, has died. He was 93 years old. According to his representative Jones passed surrounded by loved ones. Jones is remembered for many iconic roles including Lion King, Coming To America and Field of Dreams.

06/09/2024

The American Cancer Society is looking for Black women to participate in a groundbreaking study. The study, called VOICES of Black Women, is designed to enlighten medical professionals on cancer

25/08/2024

The Bethune-Cookman University marching band will participate in the National Battle of the bands on Sunday, Aug. 25 at NRG Stadium in Houston.

The Houston alumni will welcome the band and host the band's "March to Millions" campaign kick-off in Houston.

The Bethune-Cookman University marching band will be in Houston to participate in the National Battle of the bands on Sunday, Aug. 25 at NRG Stadium.

23/08/2024

As a marine scientist, Dr. Tiara Moore experienced years of being “the only Black person in the room.”

As a marine scientist, Dr. Tiara Moore experienced years of being “the only Black person in the room.” Recent statistics confirm her feelings of isolation, revealing that 74.7% of marine

21/08/2024

One of the greatest love stories ever told❤️

11/08/2024

Here's a new one to add to your gospel playlist! Grammy Award-winning gospel music legend, Karen Clark Sheard has a new song called “Look at Me” produced and co-written by Pharrell Williams.

“Pharrell has been a long-term mentor for me. Since he first signed me when I was 18, we’ve remained in consistent contact and I’m so honored that he was willing to be apart of one of the many projects we’re working on together," Sheard says in a press release. “It’s always great working with Pharrell. His musical ear and insight inspires me and I’m grateful to be a student each time we connect.”

“Look at Me” is now available to be streamed on all streaming platforms. The full Still K.aren album will be available on Friday, August 23, 2024.