In Celebration of Women’s Health Month, Broward Health recently recognized Rick Case Automotive Group President and CEO Rita Case for her generous donation to the Broward Health Foundation, which enhanced cardiac care at Broward Health Medical Center. During her visit, Rita also donated CPR Anytime Training Kits and visited a female patient in the progressive cardiac unit, presenting her with a CPR kit. “I want these ladies to take home these kits for their families,” Rita said. “Not only is heart disease the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., but a study by Duke University School of […]

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County (BBBSB) has reached a major milestone in expanding youth mentorship opportunities throughout South Florida after receiving official district-wide partnership approval from Broward County Public Schools. With the endorsement of The School Board of Broward County and Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn, BBBSB will now be able to expand mentoring opportunities across all schools within the district, removing previous barriers that limited access at certain campuses. The landmark multi-year partnership will remain in effect through October 31, 2029. “This partnership represents a transformative moment for the youth of Broward County,” said Malena Mendez, President and […]

United Way Broward’s Coalition on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention, in partnership with the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC) and the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), successfully hosted the 11th Annual South Florida Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention, held May 27-28, 2026, at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood. The two-day Conference brought together nearly 1,000 clinicians, policymakers, educators, prevention specialists, community leaders, and behavioral health professionals from across Florida and beyond to explore innovative approaches to prevention, treatment, recovery and mental wellness. The Conference featured nationally recognized keynote speakers including Kevin Hines, a globally renowned suicide prevention advocate; Ryan […]

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 […]