A man arrived at the office of Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) Andrew Lewis Jr. in excruciating back pain. A first-time patient, he explained that his daughter’s wedding was that weekend and hoped a spinal adjustment would at least help him stand tall. After Dr. Lewis’ adjustments, he was able to stand upright, aided further by augmented hands-on treatment with a topical cannabidiol (CBD) that was used to help reduce inflammation.

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – World-renowned artist, conservationist, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Guy Harvey has teamed up with Food For the Poor-Jamaica to help support ongoing relief efforts following Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact throughout Jamaica.

Lauderdale Lakes, FL – The City of Lauderdale Lakes is proud to announce the renaming of its Multi-Purpose Center, located at 4340 NW 36th Street, as the Hazelle P. Rogers Multipurpose Center, honoring the decades of distinguished public service and extraordinary contributions of Broward County Commissioner Hazelle P. Rogers.

MIAMI, FL – Business travel platform Booking.com for Business has named Miami International Airport its third-best U.S. airport for business travelers, after analyzing the world's 50 busiest airports based on key factors that impact business travelers.

A 2019 case involving a Hillsborough County paramedic who tested positive for cannabis despite holding a medical marijuana card highlights a growing workplace dilemma. The court ruled in his favor under Florida’s Civil Rights Act, raising questions about whether public employers must offer accommodations for medical marijuana patients (Giambrone v. Hillsborough County, Fla. 13th Circuit Court).

During Florida’s 2025 Legislative Session, legislators passed Senate Bill 2514 (see flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/2514 for more information), which includes a provision that medical marijuana patients should be aware of. Signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, it introduces the prospect of some patients immediately losing the ability to legally use medical cannabis if convicted of involvement in illegal drug activity.

Like cannabis, kratom has been used for centuries medicinally and recreationally, often for headaches, mental health issues, and opioid withdrawal. Kratom products are popping up in retail spaces, such as convenience stores and online storefronts.

Tamarac, Fla. –The City of Tamarac is launching a Jamaica Relief Drive to provide aid to communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Residents are encouraged to donate essential items to help families and neighborhoods recover from the storm’s devastation.

NEW YORK, NY — This October, Harlem becomes the epicenter of Caribbean cinema as the Nou Akoma Nou Sinèji Haitian Dominican Transnational Film Festival returns for its third annual celebration. Running from October 9 to 12, 2025, this vital cultural event amplifies voices that mainstream media often overlooks, presenting authentic stories from the communities that live them.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - Caribbean-born entrepreneur and media executive Felicia J. Persaud has achieved a groundbreaking milestone for the region and its global diaspora with the creation and soft launch of the world’s first AI-powered debt capital platform, designed to connect institutional investors, lenders, investment agencies, and qualified borrowers across multiple continents.

Lauderhill, FL - The City of Lauderhill announces with profound sadness the recent passing of former City Manager Desorae Giles-Smith, a trailblazer whose legacy of service, leadership, and commitment shaped the city for more than three decades.

CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA – Broward Health Coral Springs has achieved several milestones, establishing the hospital as a leader in robotic innovation and advanced patient care.