Florida’s primary election is August 18. The most consequential contests on this year’s ballot — Governor, U.S. Senate, congressional seats, and state legislature — will be decided before November arrives. Low-turnout primaries are exactly where faithful Christian voices carry the most weight. Florida is a closed primary state. Voters must be registered with a party to vote in that party’s primary, and party affiliation changes must also be made by July 20. If you or someone you know needs to update their registration, now is the time. You can register in Broward County at https://browardvotes.gov/ or in Palm Beach County at https://www.votepalmbeach.gov/162/Register-to-Vote Florida Family […]

ChildNet raised more than $415,000 during its inaugural Ripple Effect Gala on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Held at the iconic Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, the sold-out event welcomed community leaders, philanthropists, and advocates for an unforgettable evening benefiting ChildNet’s mission to lead communities in protecting and serving abused and neglected children by supporting and strengthening their families in Broward and Palm Beach counties. The Ripple Effect Gala celebrated the individuals, organizations, and partners whose support creates lasting change in the lives of children and families served by ChildNet. Funds raised during the evening will directly support critical programs and services, helping […]

As Leighton Ford Ministries (LFM) continues to respond to opportunities to walk alongside more leaders and ministries through pivotal seasons of transition and growth, the ministry is announcing new leadership to build for the future.  Stephan Tchividjian, the Co-Founder and CEO of the National Christian Foundation of South Florida and the eldest grandchild of evangelist Billy Graham, has joined the LFM board.  Rich Hurst, a sought-after church leadership consultant who has served as LFM’s Chief of Staff, has been named President of LFM, effective July 1. And Dave McKechnie, who previously served as LFM’s President, was just elected as Board […]

Holy Cross Health marked a major step forward in expanding access to care with the opening of the Holy Cross Health Center & Emergency Care — Deerfield Beach. The outpatient health center and emergency department began welcoming patients on Monday, May 18. This $41 million investment expands access to high-level care in a region where demand has continued to grow, building on 70 years of Holy Cross caring for South Florida communities.  Located at 340 South Federal Highway, the 25,000 square-foot center brings together a freestanding emergency department and a full outpatient health center with primary care, specialty services, physical […]