Former NFL player gives back to community
Many South Floridians remember Twan Russell as an amazing athlete who got his start at St. Thomas Aquinas High School ...
Dreamers
Jason Smith fights for equity in Miami-Dade County government
Journalist turned county employee Jason Smith always had a desire to see his community thrive. He yearned for equity long ...
Addressing economic inequality is a family affair for Michaeljohn Green
Growing up, what inspired Michaeljohn Green the most was his family's integrity and will to help humanity, lessons he’s carried ...
Brittany Sharpton works to bridge economic gaps
Brittany Sharpton is using all her knowledge and resources to improve her community. With love, dedication and charisma, she’s helping ...
Melissa Dunn leverages private sector career for public service
Lauderhill Vice Mayor Melissa Dunn is not your typical city commissioner. She’s a business owner, community activist, mentor and entrepreneur ...
Miami Gardens vice mayor advocates for homeownership
“Homegrown” is the first word Miami Gardens Vice Mayor Reggie Leon uses to describe himself. The word is not only ...
Tragedy turned Romania Dukes into community leader
Local activist Romania Dukes’ unyielding resiliency shows in her every move. She founded Mothers Fighting for Justice after her 18-year-old ...
Andell Brown seeks to represent the underrepresented
When Andell Brown was an assistant public defender in Miami, he represented juveniles accused of crimes, watching as kids as ...
