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City of Boca Raton Announces Small Business Recovery Relief Grant Program On May 27, 2020, the Boca Raton City Council unanimously passed a $500,000 Small Business Recovery Relief Grant program for businesses within the city limits of Boca Raton. The grant program, which is designated from reserves in the City’s Economic Development fund, is intended to provide eligible businesses who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with one-time grants of up to $5,000. Grants will be awarded to businesses on a first-come-first eligibly served basis, until the total amount of program funding is awarded. “Small businesses within the City of Boca Raton are the backbone of our community and we know they have been deeply affected by the COVID-19 shutdown,” said Mayor Scott Singer.

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Boca Raton FC Announces Youth Academy Scholarships

Story on Page 14 Boca Raton Football Club is excited to announce that the club will be offering full scholarships to children who want to participate in the Identification and Development Program as soon as the program is able to return to the field. “We understand that these are difficult times for everyone and we want to help parents to continue on having their children playing the beautiful game,” says Boca Raton FC President, Douglas Heizer. Parents who are interested in applying for the Boca Raton FC Youth Academy Scholarship must simply register in the link provided below.

alm Beach Atlantic University intends to safely resume in-person teaching, learning and residential life for the fall 2020 semester. The University will continue following CDC guidelines, executive orders from the Office of Governor Ron DeSantis and local health directives. The plan is for students, faculty and staff to be back on campus in August for an on-time start to the academic year. “Our community thrives on face-to-face interactions and meaningful relationships,” said University President Dr. Debra A. Schwinn. “These connections are essential to our mission of Enlightening Minds, Enriching Souls and Extending Hands.” With Florida officials systematically lifting restrictions, Schwinn said she is confident the University can continue in-person instruction in the fall while protecting health and safety.

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Boca Beat The Boca Raton City Council unanimously passed a $500,000 Small Business Recovery Relief Grant program for businesses within the city limits of Boca Raton. The grant program is designated from reserves in the City’s Economic Development fund, is intended to provide eligible businesses who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with one-time grants of up to $5,000. Grants will be awarded to businesses on a first-come-first eligibly served basis, until the total amount of program funding is awarded. • The Achievement Centers for Children and Families (ACCF), established in 1969 and serves 900 local children and families annually from three locations in Delray Beach, reports overwhelming response to its meal program that launched on March 23. The organization has partnered with local restaurants and community agencies to provide breakfast, lunch and dinner to local families. Thus far, they have been able to provide 3500 meals, including 1100 dinners, 900 lunches & 1500 breakfasts and, last Friday, were able to provide two rolls of toilet paper to each family. • Farm Share, one of Florida’s leading food nonprofits, in partnership with Miami Marlins Foundation and Ark of the City are teaming up to host a distribution of food and supplies to South Floridians with food security needs during the coronavirus pandemic. The abrupt and ongoing interruption of business in various industries caused by COVID-19 has increased demand for food distributions to support Floridians. With the help of the Miami Marlins Foundation and Ark of The City, Farm Share is slated to feed 500 local households on Wednesday, April 15. • In response to the “stay at home” orders affecting so many worldwide, The Unicorn Children’s Foundation is pivoting to provide virtual supports and resources to people with special needs and their families. The Foundation is seeking partners to provide virtual programs to a population who typically suffer from social isolation. Now is the time to take advantage of technology and ensure families have access to information, guidance, learning, and social opportunities. • Just one day before receiving a letter from the City of Boca Raton that announced the closure of all nonessential and commercial businesses until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, Florida Atlantic University merchandise store, It’s Owl Time, officially announced it would be permanently closing its store near the middle of May.

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• As Florida Atlantic University has already announced that classes will continue to remain online throughout the Spring 2020 semester, an email was sent today to all students, professors, and other faculty on behalf of the Office of the Provost, that “students now have the option to change grading in most courses from letter grades to a Pass/Fail grade.” • The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced Florida will pilot a program for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to purchase groceries online with the use of an EBT card. SNAP participants are automatically eligible to participate in this program and do not need to apply. • The Early Learning Coalition is seeking assistance in helping child care centers serving emergency personnel, and essential workers obtain the necessary supplies they need to stay open safely. During this time of need, The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County has generously received a donation of $10,000 in highly coveted hand sanitizer from the Medical Group of South Florida. • Officials at Boca Raton Regional Hospital today announced the appointment of KerryAnn McDonald, MD, to the medical staff of the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute (LWHWI) and BocaCare® Physician Network. She specializes in benign and malignant breast disease. • Art enthusiasts can expect to be moved this fall by three exhibits that cover a range of topics including sexual assault and its effect on victims. The exhibits, which will be displays at The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus and The Gallery at Lake Worth Campus, showcase stories, ideas and perceptions through paintings, drawings, photography, graphic design and more. They are free and open to the public and feature artwork created by PBSC students and community artists. • Baptist Health South Florida is once again the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida by U.S. News & World Report with 32 high-performing awards in 14 types of

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Community City of Boca Raton Announces Small Business Recovery Relief Grant Program

A Very Different Kind of Graduation Season is Underway in Palm Beach County By Jaida Haynes

On May 27, 2020, the Boca Raton City Council unanimously passed a $500,000 Small Business Recovery Relief Grant program for businesses within the city limits of Boca Raton. The grant program, which is designated from reserves in the City’s Economic Development fund, is intended to provide eligible businesses who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with one-time grants of up to $5,000. Grants will be awarded to businesses on a first-come-first eligibly served basis, until the total amount of program funding is awarded. “Small businesses within the City of Boca Raton are the backbone of our community and we know they have been deeply affected by the COVID-19 shutdown,” said Mayor Scott Singer. “We hope this investment into our local economy can help during this time of need.” To be considered eligible, businesses are required to complete an online application and submit any additional required documents. Businesses must meet the following grant program criteria to apply: Types of Businesses: Businesses must be for-profit, and must qualify as a restaurant, retail or retail service business with a physical location within the City customarily open for customers/patrons. - Closure: The physical location of the business must have been closed as a result of the COVID-19 public health emergency (except for delivery, curbside pick-up and related activities). - Multiple businesses: Owner(s) of more than one business may apply for a grant for each business, provided that each business has a separate Employer Identification Number (EIN) issued by

the Internal Revenue Service and meets the criteria of the Grant Program. - Other Funding: Businesses may not have received funds from the Paycheck Protection Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act established by the federal government (PPP) or other COVID-19 government relief funding. Business History: Businesses must have been in business in the City for at least one year prior to March 1, 2020. - Business Tax License: Businesses must have a current City business tax license. Number of Employees: Each business must have employed at least three employees and no more than 25 employees as of March 1, 2020. - Sales: Businesses must have had annual average sales prior to March 1, 2020 of less than $1 million. - Sales Reduction: Businesses must have experienced at least a 50% reduction in revenue as a result of the COVID-19 public health emergency. The grants awarded from the program may only be used for business expenses such as payroll, rent, utility payments and personal protective equipment (PPE). Grant funds must be used by the awarded businesses within 60 days of receipt and documents of the proper use of the funds must be submitted to the City within 6 months of receipt. The online application will go live on Monday, June 1 at 8am. Additional criteria and information can be found at www.myBoca.us/SmallBusinessGrant.

For Kamryn Mills, senior year of high school was supposed to be crammed with memory-making moments. Thanks to the novel coronavirus pandemic, there was no band trips, proms, senior recitals or awards ceremonies. Worse, there was no senior walkouts, no all-night Grad Bashes, no last hugs from favorite teachers and no commencements. “At first (when classes were suspended), I was happy,” said Mills, a graduating senior from West Boca Community High School. Then her excitement quickly evaporated. “I got upset because I didn’t want to spend any extra time in school. I wanted to graduate,” said Mills who picked up her cap and gown from her assistant principal last week. “To be honest, as it got closer to graduation and they started cancelling things, I got more upset. I feel it was my one chance to enjoy my senior year and do the things I had been looking forward to doing, and I did not get to experience it.” Like Mills, thousands of class of 2020 graduates are crestfallen that they will not have the opportunity to say last goodbyes to their closest friends and must reflect on their high school experiences alone. Local high schools are being creative as they try to balance public health concerns with the desire to provide seniors some semblance of the kind of ceremony they have long anticipated. After pushback from students and parents, some schools are improvising by awarding diplomas to graduates in their cars at drive-through cap and gown pick-up parades. For example, at Village Academy in Delray Beach, the 27 graduates received their goodies along with a healthy dose of applause from teachers, family and friends who watched from a safe distance. Others have planned virtual events. Despite current events, Mills is remaining positive and uplifted as she reflects on her many accomplishments during her high school years. She served as president of KOP Mentoring Network for the past two

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years. The STREAM-focused nonprofit organization uses non-traditional programs to prepare students for life after graduation. Under Mills’ leadership, the students participated in several community service projects and expanded their learning and got real-world experiences through educational field trips, Mills said. She also spearheaded the Inaugural College Fair, which attracted 15 recruiters from colleges, universities, trade schools and the armed forces. “Even though I did not get to do a lot of the things we wanted in my senior year, I still did a lot during my time in high school and I had a lot of fun,” said Mills, who plans to enroll in Alabama State University in the fall. “Many of the things I did, so many other students wouldn’t have done it. They would not even give it a second thought. When I look back, I am happy I did those things. I don’t have any reservations because I wouldn’t have been here now.” The anticlimactic ending has been tough for Atlantic Community High’s Alysha Hinds, who has been anticipating the rite of passage since middle school. “It’s just not fair” Hinds said, adding that she will not have memories of some of the biggest milestones. Beyond the list of milestones, she laments that her family won’t be able to see her walk that stage. She bought a beautiful dress and was excited about giving them the chance to see someone from their family have an accomplishment like this. Although she was presented her cap and gown in a drive by, the unorthodox non-ceremony did not impress her. “What’s the point?” said Hinds, who will be the first in her family to attend college. “I guess it is for memories but we never had the experience of walking across the stage. So it is pointless to me.” Tonya Spivey is also disappointed because she knows how hard her daughter worked for years to get to her big day. “I wanted to see my baby walk across the stage,” Spivey said. “I have been waiting all these years and now I can’t even watch her walk.”

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Boynton man Accused of Robbing Store Says he was Desperate for Cash to Feed his Family A Boynton Beach man, accused of robbing a beauty shop with a pellet gun over the weekend, told police he was hungry and wanted money to feed his family, according to his arrest report. Manuel Edgardo Zamora Torres also told police he was involved in two other robberies in the vicinity earlier this month, police said. “Zamora Torres began apologizing to the officers and detectives for the incidents,” Detective Juan Montoya wrote in his report. “He also said he has been unemployed now for several months and needs money to feed his family.” Police charged Zamora Torres, 40, with armed robbery and aggravated fleeing. The also charged Zamora Torres with the May 16 and 18 robberies at a Walgreens in the same shopping center, police said. The cashier at Sally’s Beauty Supply told police that shortly before 3

p.m. on Saturday, Zamora Torres, who was wearing a camouflage bandana and blue gloves, walked into the store, pointed a handgun at her and demanded money. The store is in the 300 block of North Congress Avenue. Torres then drove off in a white Audi Q50, which had blue tape over the license tag, police said. An officer on patrol spotted the Audi after it stopped in traffic and tried to stop it, but Torres sped off, police said. He drove onto the sidewalk and through a residential community before police boxed him in, according to the report. In his getaway attempt, Zamora Torres crashed his car, police said. Police had been conducting surveillance of the shopping center after reports of burglaries. Zamora Torres was being held in the Palm Beach County Jail on a $20,000 bond Monday.

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Fiedler and Spencer receive NISOD Excellence Award

Palm Beach State College English Professor Robin Fiedler and Stephen Spencer, an instructor in the Marine, Automotive and Diesel Technology programs, are among this year’s recipients of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Excellence Award. The awards are presented annually to faculty and staff ― selected by their respective institutions― for their outstanding teaching and contributions to their campuses. Plans were underway to recognize and present the honorees with their medallions at NISOD’s International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence in Austin, Texas this month, but the event was cancelled because of the Coronavirus pandemic. Online convenings are being planned instead, and NISOD will recognize the honorees on its website and social media platforms and in its newsletters and Excellence Awards booklet. “It’s an honor to get national recognition for service to the College,’’ Fiedler said. “It’s such a pleasant surprise that your administrators and supervisors are paying attention to what the faculty are contributing to the College mostly for student success.” Fiedler, a PBSC alumna, taught in corporate settings before beginning her higher education teaching career in 1997. She worked at colleges and universities in Florida, California, Africa and Asia before joining PBSC as an adjunct instructor in 2008. She landed a full-time professor position at the Palm Beach Gardens campus in 2012. She currently serves as a continuing contract coach and has served as English Cluster chair in 2013-2014 and the Palm Beach Gardens campus Professional Teaching and Learning Center chair in 2015-2017. Her other contributions include Honors Advisory Council and faculty adviser for Sabiduría, the Dr. Floyd F. Koch Honors College interdisciplinary academic journal, and College Wide Program Assessment and Institutional Learning Outcomes committee. In addition to her A.A. degree from PBSC, Fiedler holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre, as well as

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bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English from Florida Atlantic University. “Professor Fiedler rightly deserves this reward because she makes excellence her cornerstone,” said Dr. Linda Lebile, associate dean of academic affairs on the Palm Beach Gardens campus. “She personifies diligence and conscientiousness and welcomes opportunities to support students and Palm Beach State College. She does an outstanding job in providing her students with instruction to help them succeed. Her students connect well with her and recognize that she cares about them as students and individuals.” Spencer, a native of Louisville, Kentucky, began his teaching career in 2001 after a retiring from a 31-year career in the U.S. Coast Guard. As a machinery technician, he provided maintenance and repair on Coast Guard boats and stations. He was assigned to Coast Guard cutter Dauntless and as the senior engineer on the cutter Hawser and Kanawha. His last assignments were as command master chief of three major areas of the country. He taught diesel technology at Advanced Technology Institute in Virginia Beach and automotive technology at New England Tech in West Palm Beach before joining PBSC as an automotive and diesel technology instructor. He left PBSC to take a teaching position at Central Texas College, Germany. However, after his stint in Germany, he returned to the College in 2015 and continued his work in the Transportation Service Technology department, where his supervisor says he is a great asset. “Stephen has developed on his own time lots of training aids to help explain better to the students the different components and functions of the parts of the vehicles,’’ said Eligio Marquez Veray, Transportation Service Technology program director. Marquez Veray also credited Spencer with helping to launch the College’s new Marine Service Technology Program, a task he gave him after a series of meeting in 2018 with the Riviera Beach Workforce Taskforce. “We got it up and running by August 2019. He has been working diligently in creating trainers now for this new program.”

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Local Resident’s Program Addresses children’s Social, Emotional Needs Amid Coronavirus Pandemic With kids learning from home as schools globally shutter to try to slow the spread of COVID-19, some students began looking for guidance to cope with the unknown. They called Dwayne Bryant, their mentor, teacher and coach. “They were like, ‘Mr. Bryant, what are we going to do? We need your voice right now, these kids need your voice. Why haven’t you posted anything?” recalled Bryant, a Delray Beach resident who is founder and president of Chicago-based Inner Vision International, Inc. “I was like, ‘Dude, I don’t know what to do,’ and he was like, ‘Wait, we don’t have time to worry about that now. You need to put some stuff up.’” Bryant called another mentee, who had the same concern. The young man, a student in film and video with a concentration in production at Chicago’s Columbia College, offered to put his expertise to use. In less than two weeks, the duo converted Bryant’s home into small studios and created several powerful and highly engaging digital learning content and workshops. They focused on goal setting, time management, conflict resolution and bullying, joining the field of schools in the scramble to move teaching and learning online. Bryant has leveraged the relationship between teacher and learner. His programs are interactive, allowing the parent or teacher to play the content, pause and have a conversation with the student. The programs are built on his evidence-

based Social Emotional Learning curriculum series that has served as a national model in transforming the life trajectory of urban youth. Blondean Y. Davis, superintendent of Matteson (Illinois) School District 162 since 2002, said she called on Bryant when she “needed a highly engaging message of hope and life skills to permeate the homes of ” her families in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. “Mr. Bryant was able to readjust with our district to create highly engaging content for our families to continue to focus on being successful individuals as well as productive citizens,” Davis said. “I believe this content would positively impact families across the entire nation.” His impact is also local. “I can’t stop thinking about our session especially the team building component. I noticed a shift in my staff during that activity and afterwards,” Principal, LaToya Dixon of Village Academy wrote after he did a ‘Building the Winning Team’ workshop for her teachers last year. Bryant, a former bully, uses his personal experience and bases his lessons on life trials and triumphs with which the students can identify. They have and will continue to inspire thousands of students in having the mental strength to overcome adversity and fear, especially through this pandemic. “This is important because the prefrontal cortex of a human being is not developed until their mid ’20s, therefore, their ability to focus, their ability to reason is not developed,” said Bryant, who holds dual degrees in business finance and

international business from Florida International University. “They have never seen or never felt the level of turmoil, the level of uncertainty, the level of disappointment and the level of heartbreak that they are experiencing.” Some of Bryant’s students have lost loved ones to the coronavirus and are seeking answers. “They’re going to have birthdays and nobody will be showing up, and momma ain’t going to the store to get cupcakes. So, they’re going to have to deal with the new reality,” he added. “A lot of the students don’t have the coping skills to get through this productively.” He is dubbed “The Child Whisperer” and the “Urban Mr. Rogers” for his uncanny ability to reach parents and students at all levels. He helps to navigate the uncomfortable paths of life, which will be critical for parents and students as they address their social and emotional needs during this pandemic. “We know that our children and parents are home so what we’re trying to do is bring life skills and character development into the homes while they’re both there,” said Bryant whose presentations are often laced with encouragement, inspiration and a challenge to the young people to take control of their lives and deal with difficult situations. “We also know, according to the CDC, that the average parents spend less than 10 minutes a day talking to their children. They don’t know how to have a conversation with them. And so what we’re doing is developing a constructive

dialogue for them.” Since leaving his six-figure job with Johnson & Johnson in 1997, he has been crisscrossing the country empowering inner city youth. He made three guest appearances on the Oprah Winfrey Show and served as the TV host of “Know Your Heritage,” a weekly multi-cultural quiz show, in Chicago, which ran for two consecutive years. Bryant has officiated several newsworthy events including serving as master of ceremonies for President Obama’s Library Unity Breakfast in Chicago, speaker at Claflin University’s Spring Convocation and at his alma mater. Serving as the master of ceremony, Dwayne Bryant brought his vibrant, energetic, motivational talents to our Community Leaders Summit, helping us to bring together top leaders in our community to map out FIU’s future, including our capital campaign and strategic plan,” Mark Rosenberg, president of FIU wrote. “We’re proud to count him as one of our Worlds Ahead alumni!” Bryant’s life models his teachings and he has been on a pursuit to make this world a better place for more than two decades. From the classroom to the boardroom, the Winter Park, Florida, native is the living embodiment of making it against all odds. Despite growing up in a single-parent home, Bryant viewed his situation as an opportunity to overcome his environment and use his challenges as a platform to inspire others.

POSITIVE LIVING By Robert J. Tamasy

What About the 16th Second? Recently I watched a video of a high school valedictorian’s graduation speech to his class. He talked about the elation he felt when, after years of hard work and personal sacrifice, he had achieved his goal of being named valedictorian, the number one-ranked student in his class. But then he made a sobering observation: That feeling of euphoria lasted “about 15 seconds.” He said he had expected to feel much more – fireworks maybe, or much more excitement. But no. When the reality of receiving the academic honor had settled in, he felt “nothing.” As quickly as the surge of emotion came, the feelings subsided. Within about 15 seconds. So he cautioned his fellow students to set goals and dreams, but keep them in perspective. He warned, “Have no regrets in the 16th second.” What

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the scholar said was reminiscent of the haunting Peggy Lee song of years ago, “It That All There Is?” We can pour our time, talent and energy into accomplishing a certain objective, only to find that after it has been achieved, it is not as fulfilling as we had imagined. For most, if not all, of us, high school is a distant memory. As is college, if we attended. Instead, you are probably in the midst of a career and you set goals, both professional and personal – some for that day, others for the week, this year, for your entire career. “When I achieve that (whatever it is), then I will be happy,” we reason. We forgo other priorities in our lives – relationships, health and fitness, the ability to enjoy and appreciate the moment. Because our goals and objectives are all that matter. Then, as the valedictorian noted, we hit the target. We reach our goal. And

for about 15 seconds, we revel in euphoria, the overwhelming satisfaction of accomplishment. But then comes the 16th second, and we find ourselves wondering, “That’s it? Is that all there is?” So we would be wise to heed the advice of the stellar student: “Have no regrets in the 16th second.” This is not a 21st century problem. It is one that existed thousands of years ago, as we learn in studying the Bible. We find different words, but the same message – do not focus on the wrong things. Why strive for the temporary when we can gain the eternal? What do you have today, what are you working for, that you can take with you when you die? “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves can break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not

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destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:19-21). Concentrate on those things that will endure. A wise person once said, “When all is said and done, only two things will last: the Word of God, and people.” If that is true, it is unwise to devote ourselves to other things, at the expense of a growing relationship with God, as well as relationships with people we love. “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever” (Isaiah 40:8) Realize this temporal life will soon be over. The Scriptures talk about our earthly lives as “a vapor” (James 4:14). All too quickly, they are gone. But then we confront eternity – what will happen then? “What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul?” (Mark 8:36).

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Open Boca Raton, but do it cautiously, safely – and soon

Coronavirus continues to plague our lives, institutions and the economy throughout the U.S. and around the world. And after enduring weeks of strict isolation, we are all ready to break out into the open to enjoy some fresh air, a sit-down meal with friends at a comfortable dining spot and some shopping at stores that might not be considered “essential.” This pandemic that’s messed with our lives going on three months is really annoying. We’ve had to put up with uncomfortable facemasks and uncomfortable living conditions. We’re really tired of binging on television, staring at the ceiling and, as the Statler Brothers once sang, “Counting flowers on the wall.” We got some good news this past week from Gov. Ron DeSantis who said he plans to begin easing some of the restrictions that have held us safe in our own homes, longing for the outdoors, the parks, the beaches and restaurants that offer more than only “pickup and delivery.” But DeSantis didn’t give us a timetable for opening. And the president promises only that freedom will come “soon.” Two things come to mind in these difficult times. We all have a duty to prepare for the world we will eventually walk out into. And the people who will begin reopening their shops and stores in Boca Raton and its environs this coming week – we hope – have a responsibility to let us know what we will encounter. Lots of people say we will encounter a “new normal” when we saunter out into the streets to face a brave new world. We have to be ready to deal with it. Remember when wearing facemasks in stores and businesses was just beginning? Those of us who donned those facial accouterments back then felt truly out of place and a bit freaky with a hunk of cloth around our mugs. Now, we feel strange if we go into a store without a mask. We’ve all felt the hostility of others who are becoming more and more frustrated by these “new rules.” We’ve been told to move away from other people in stores and warned to observe the “oneway” signs on the floors of businesses. We are all dealing with telephone menus that tell us that “out of an abundance of caution and because of CDC regulations,” the store is closed. Let’s hope this week sees some thawing of the COVID-19 ice. We deserve it. We have been through tough times and things don’t seem to be improving very fast. When Gov. DeSantis said he

planned to start opening Florida, he excluded the three southernmost counties – Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach – which means changes in our situations are being put off to another day. And we don’t know which day that is. To our friends who operate businesses in the South County area that have been dark and empty for months, please let us know when you are opening, and what regulations, if any, we will have to follow to enter your premises. You know, The Boca Raton Tribune has been working hard not only to present news of importance about COVID-19, but we’ve encouraged small business owners to make an announcement of when their eating spots, clothing stores, nail clipping salons, barber shops, breakfast nooks, card stores, shoe repair businesses, furniture stores, car dealerships or other entrepreneurial efforts will be back in business. Keep letting us know. Send some of your pertinent information to the newspaper. Or, better still, buy an ad. Newspapers have expenses, too, and we’re are not out of the financial woods. We want to post all the info we can about what your business is doing right now. Are you open or closed? Do you have new hours? Are you offering specials? We want to share this online for free. Please fill out this simple form with basic info and we will post it for our readers as soon as possible: https://bit.ly/355eupA. We are very glad that many businesses out there have taken the initiative and already sent us their information. And we’d love to tell the world when you’re going to be back to “business as usual.” Yes, we want normalcy back again. At first, it may be a new normal, with maskwearing required, greater distances between tables at restaurants and fewer available seats in movie theaters or at live theater productions. It has truly been a learning experience to try and stay in touch with friends and colleagues via Facebook, Zoom, YouTube and other cyber-communications modes. But nothing beats a warm smile and a handshake (for now, we’ll accept an elbow nudge) from friends we haven’t seen for too long. Let’s get together – but do so by following the rules.

In the 1880s, entrepreneur Henry Crowell bought an oat mill to produce feed for horses. Even though Crowell had high expectations when he started, the business was struggling and he resolved to turn to God in prayer, seeking a creative solution for his business woes. He had run out of ideas for expanding his horse feed enterprise. In answer to his prayers, God led Henry to embark of an concept that few people, if any, had ever imagined. Crowell would change his “market” for oats, beginning to sell his oats to people – as a breakfast cereal. This was an unconventional strategy, because oats were traditionally sold from insect-infested barrels in general stores as horse feed. No reasonable human being would want to buy oats infested with bugs! Selling oats for human consumption seemed foolish at best, crazy at worst, and Crowell’s critics were having a good laugh at his expense. However, again in response to his prayers, God gave him another idea: He would design a cardboard box that could be filled with rolled oats to place on grocery store shelves. The cardboard boxes would be sealed, impenetrable to the insects that would desire to devour the oats as food. Today, Crowell’s enterprise has become prominent in the food retailing world and is widely known as Quaker Oats. The company now sells not only oats and oatmeal, but a variety of other cereals and food products. All because he was unable to sell enough oats for horse feed! Too often, we try to face our business challenges alone, determined to rely on our own innovation and ingenuity. This, the Bible tells us, is true

foolishness when we can call on the wisdom and resources of the Creator God. As Proverbs 16:9 says, “In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” To state it another way, many times we find ourselves inclined to think, “I know what I need to do. I’ve got this,” while God is waiting for us to ask so He can respond, “I have a much better idea.” Here is some more wisdom from the Scriptures: Do not insist on figuring everything out. Sometimes in our pride, arrogance or stubbornness, we feel we must understand exactly what we must do and why. God, however, has a different perspective: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). Commit your work to God and trust He will guide you. When tempted to “compartmentalize” our faith, restricting it to spiritual settings like a worship service or private devotional reading, we should remember God wants to be involved in every area of our lives, including the work we do. “Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord, trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noonday sun” (Psalm 37:3-6). Moral of this story: If you need fresh ideas or an unconventional strategy for your workplace, pray, listen, and let God guide your steps.

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Palm Beach Outlets to Host OneBlood Donation Drive with Coronavirus Antibody Test Palm Beach Outlets will host a OneBlood donation drive on Saturdays May 30, June 6, June 13 and June 20, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. near the PetSmart parking lot. Every blood donation will be complimentary tested for the coronavirus antibody and donors will be informed of test results. Due to social distancing measures that OneBlood has in place, all donors are required to make an appointment to donate. Appointments can be made online at OneBlood. org or by calling 1-888-9DONATE. “Palm Beach Outlets is pleased to host these four blood collection days in partnership with OneBlood,” says Trina Holmsted, Marketing Director of Palm Beach Outlets. “And the ability for the donor to learn his or her coronavirus antibody status is of additional value,” she adds. OneBlood, a not-for-profit blood center serving Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama, is testing all donations for the COVID-19 antibody. The antibody test is authorized by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and will indicate if the donor’s immune system has produced antibodies to the virus, regardless of whether they ever showed symptoms. Donors will be able to see their results approximately 48 hours after donating by logging into their donor portal at OneBlood.org. “The testing brings many benefits. In addition to donors learning if they have the antibody, OneBlood will be

identifying additional people who can be COVID-19 convalescent plasma donors,” said Susan Forbes, OneBlood’s Senior Vice President for Corporate Communications and Public Relations. Convalescent plasma donors have a special ability to help critically ill coronavirus patients. By transfusing plasma that is rich with coronavirus antibodies into a patient still fighting the virus it can help boost the patient’s immune system and potentially help them recover. With no cure or vaccine to prevent coronavirus, doctors are turning to convalescent plasma to help treat their critically ill coronavirus patients. OneBlood began collecting and distributing COVID-19 convalescent plasma in April. OneBlood’s COVID-19 antibody testing will also provide important statistical information to public health officials. “OneBlood is working closely with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Scott Rivkees M.D., to provide de-identified data on the number of people testing positive and the geographical location. This information will help in decision making for reopening the economy,” said Forbes. OneBlood is one of the first blood centers to begin testing for the coronavirus antibody and plans to provide the antibody testing for the foreseeable future. COVID-19 antibody testing will be performed in addition to the standard infectious disease testing all blood donations receive. Testing takes place at OneBlood’s laboratory, Creative Testing Solutions (CTS).

Morikami Museum to Reopen June 2 Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is pleased to welcome back visitors starting on Tuesday, June 2. Public hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In consideration of the safety of visitors and staff, the Museum will follow CDC guidelines regarding capacity limits and six-foot social distancing, as well as have created a robust cleaning and sanitizing schedule. Masks will be required to be worn at all times while inside the Museum Building and Japanese gardens. Frequent sanitation of high contact areas will be routinely performed, and guests are encouraged to use the hand sanitizing stations placed throughout the Museum. Visitors will be required to use credit and debit cards for museum entry and at the Museum Store, as cash transactions will not be available. Members will have their digital membership cards scanned to ensure a contact-free check-in. Areas open for public visitation will include the Roji-en Japanese Garden, Bonsai Exhibit, Cornell Café (with limited

services), and the Museum Store (with limited capacity). Garden paths will be one-way only, and guests are encouraged to follow proper social distancing. Professional photography must be scheduled in advance through the museum’s facility rentals department. The museum’s galleries, exhibitions, theater, Seishin-an Tea House, and Yamato-kan will remain closed at this time. All public programming will remain suspended through September 30, 2020. In the event of inclement weather, visitors will be required to wait in their vehicles until conditions subside and they are permitted back into the museum and gardens. For a contact-free experience, take a self-guided garden audio tour at morikami.org/tours. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.

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Duffie named vice president of finance and administration at Palm Beach State College

James Duffie, a Palm Beach State College alumnus and the College’s longtime controller, has been appointed vice president of finance and administration. Duffie will report directly to President Ava L. Parker, J.D., and serve on her executive cabinet. He replaces Robbi Stivers, who served in a similar role for more than a year. “I’m very pleased to appoint Jim to this position during a critical time for our College and our nation,’’ Parker said. “We need consistency and focus as we work to navigate the challenges created by the coronavirus pandemic and finalize our budgetary process for the next fiscal year. I’m confident that Jim can provide the leadership and continuity we need.” Duffie, a Florida native who lives in Delray Beach, joined PBSC in 2002 as controller for the Finance Department. He helped lead the College through the implementation of its Workday cloud-

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based payroll and financial systems. Prior to joining PBSC, he worked for more than three years as director of businesses services for Northwest Florida State College. His other experience includes audit team leader for the Florida Office of the Auditor General and district manager for Rite AID. He earned his Associate in Arts degree from PBSC in 1989 and Master of Accountancy degree from the University of West Florida. He is a certified public accountant. “I’m excited and honored to have the opportunity to lead our Finance and Administrative teams at Palm Beach State College. I look forward to continuing to work with everyone at the College,” Duffie said. “As an alumnus, Palm Beach State certainly gave me hope, advanced my skills, and transformed my life. I will continue to work hard bringing my knowledge, experience, and skills to the PBSC community.”

Rising together in a challenging year

Lynn University's 2019–20 academic year was unlike any other. Beginning with a hurricane and closing with COVID-19, it was a remarkably challenging time. Yet it brought out the very best in the people who make Lynn such a special place. On paper, the academic year was full of awards and milestones. Lynn started the school term by welcoming its largest class in history. The university and its students were recognized for continued innovation and excellence in areas ranging from education to architecture to athletics. Students won ADDY Awards, the debate team earned a state championship, musicians won concerto competitions, and the men's soccer and women's volleyball teams brought home Sunshine State Conference titles. The Amended Campus Master Plan and new Snyder Center for Health and Wellness took shape. Day of Giving and Founders Day events united, to honor Lynn's past and support its future. And anniversaries were achieved: The Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center turned 10 and the Lynn University Conservatory of Music marked 20 years. In an especially Lynn-like way, students rang in the new year by honoring

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the university's longstanding commitment to helping others. In a three-week-period, 675 Citizenship Project participants contributed a record-breaking 8,640 hours of community service. Soon after, the world changed. So, Lynn looked forward and changed with it. The university expanded its innovative technology to create remote courses and virtual services for the Lynn family, near and far. Drama students danced online. Fashion and retail management students created a virtual fashion show. Faculty created digital postcards to support populations in need. Staff welcomed admitted students to campus without ever leaving home and launched #CommonThread to keep the community connected. In that spirit, Celebration of the Arts performers—including students, faculty, staff and alumni who missed the chance to perform on stage—rallied together to create a music video celebrating the university's collective strength and solidarity. It was an unforgettable year. And everyone at Lynn rose to the challenge. We stand up, and we stand strong—to support one another and our communities around the world.

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Palm Beach Atlantic University Announces Plan for Fall Semester alm Beach Atlantic University intends to safely resume in-person teaching, learning and residential life for the fall 2020 semester. The University will continue following CDC guidelines, executive orders from the Office of Governor Ron DeSantis and local health directives. The plan is for students, faculty and staff to be back on campus in August for an on-time start to the academic year. “Our community thrives on face-to-face interactions and meaningful relationships,” said University President Dr. Debra A. Schwinn. “These connections are essential to our mission of Enlightening Minds, Enriching Souls and Extending Hands.” With Florida officials systematically lifting restrictions, Schwinn said she is confident the University can continue in-person instruction in the fall while protecting health and safety. Schwinn is a Stanford University-educated and Uni-

versity of Pennsylvania-trained medical doctor. The health and safety of the PBA community are paramount, Schwinn said. In order to protect the campus community, the University will adjust its instruction, residential life and on-campus activities as needed while continuing to offer the exceptional experience for which PBA is known. The University is finalizing plans to provide students with campus accommodations for a variety of circumstances. Extra sanitation devices are being installed and protective health provisions made throughout campus. Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, independent university offering undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees in West Palm Beach, Orlando and online. The University is dedicated to the integration of Christian principles to prepare students for learning, leadership and service.

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