“Him.” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Sherrie at the Palm Beach Jerk Festival, “What is it about Jamaica or Jamaicans that makes you smile?” – Photo by Steven Gordon “Him.” – Sherrie The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you would […]
Photo Highlights from Rhythms For The Season with Willie Stewart and Friends
South Florida enjoyed a festive evening at Rhythms For The Seasons on December 20th at at ReBar Lounge in Davie. The event featured former Third World Band percussionist, Willie Stewart, along with Jamaica’s own Pavarotti, Mr. A.J. Brown, Carl McDonald, 3b4jHoy , No-Maddz, Leea Stewart and Tessie Porter, along with band members, Leroy Romans, Vinnie […]
Photo Highlights: The Jamaican American Association Central Florida’s Annual Christmas Party
On December 12, 2015 the Jamaican American Association ( JAACFL) held its annual Christmas Dinner and Dance at the Stoneybrook Golf Club, in Winter Garden, Florida. It was an evening of good food, good friends and good music. Highlights included the President, Mr. Dawkins and Vice President, Ms. Powell presentation of awards to outstanding members […]
Holiday Message From His Excellency, Ralph Samuel Thomas, Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States of America
The Holiday Season brings a reawakened spirit of joy into our lives and is an opportunity for self-renewal and to connect with family and friends, even if far away. It signals the ending of the year that was and the joyful anticipation of the year 2016 to come. At this time we must ponder what […]
Jamaican-Born, Robert Runcie of Broward County Named Florida School Superintendent of 2015
Robert Runcie, the Superintendent of Schools in Broward County, Florida, was named Superintendent of the Year for 2015 by the Florida Association of Districts Superintendents. Runice was honored for his outstanding focus and commitment to the success of students. The Association cited his expertise in instructional and operational matters, which created an environment characterized by […]
Jamaican Restaurant, Ripe Kitchen and Bar, Makes Top-Five Favorites List for “Hunty” Awards
Rob Petrone of FiOS1 in the Lower Hudson Valley has chosen Ripe Jamaican Kitchen and Bar as Number 3 on the list of his five favorite dining experiences in 2015. Noting the restaurant’s unassuming exterior at its Mount Vernon, New York, location, Petrone quickly extols the wonders of Chef Nigel Spence’s presentations of the foods […]
Jamaican American singer, OMI Joins “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ on ABC Network
Jamaican American singer, OMI will be part of the New Year’s Eve telecast of “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” to celebrate the start of 2016 on ABC. Also appearing with OMI from Hollywood, California, will be Nick Jonas, Pentatonix, Maklemore, Alessia Cara, DNCE, and Nathan Sykes. Headlining the event on the […]
I need to find the Will left by my dad in Jamaica.. HELP!
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, My dad died in Jamaica and it has caused chaos. There were nine children and each of the children came to a meeting to claim there was a will, and so they need their share. The last child claims his mom is also supposed to get something because she was the […]
I Am Digital: Future of Miami Conference has officially launched in South Florida with Digital Mind State
On Monday, December 7, The City of Miami partnered with Digital Mind State to present “I Am Digital: Future of Miami Conference”, a unique one-day event that focused on key drivers reshaping the landscape of tomorrow’s workforce. The conference identified fundamental job skills that are projected by the year 2020 and beyond. Opened and presented […]
“The one thing I love about Jamaica is the beautiful beaches!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you love about Jamaica?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “The one thing I love about Jamaica is the beautiful beaches.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone […]