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Jamaicans wary about U.S. elections

by Howard Campbell

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ess than one week before the United States presidential election, Metry Seaga goes about his business as president of the Jamaica Manufacturers Association (JMA). He is not consumed by the wall-to-wall coverage for Democrat Hillary Clinton or Republican Donald Trump, but Seaga is taking notes.

“Anybody that wins, hopefully will maintain the level of relationship (with Jamaica). However, I would be concerned with anyone from the US who has a myopic view of the world.”

– Metry Seaga, Jamaica Manufacturers Association

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That 'anyone' is Trump who has vowed to reduce exports from rising economies such as China and cut immigration from neighboring Mexico.

That has earned the real estate magnate a massive following in Midwest states like Indiana and Ohio, and West Virginia in the northeast, where blue collar workers are taking a beating. That message is the driving force of his 'Make America Great Again' platform.

Seaga is a major shareholder in JFP, a furniture company that exports to the US, mainly through South Florida. Many of his members in the JMA also do business in that market, exporting liquors, jams, jellies and sauces.

Any significant change if Trump wins, Seaga believes, will be significant because “when America sneeze, Jamaica catch cold.” continues on B4 – Wait and see

Hillary surprises Lauderhill!

by Jahlisa Harvey

Hillary Clinton (center) is greeted by Broward County Commissioner Dale Holness and State Representative Hazelle Rogers at Lauderhill Mall on Wednesday.

Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton surprised voters at the Lauderhill Mall Wednesday taking time out to thank Caribbean Americans for their support and urge them to get to the polls during early voting. “I think it's so important to vote in this election. Everything you care about is at stake” said Clinton. “I am proud to have the support of so many Caribbean Americans, and I can't wait to work to improve the opportunities for everybody. So please get out, vote early, and let's make a future we can all be part of and proud of.” continues on B5 – Hillary in Lauderhill

Community reacts on A5

Where is the Black female vote?

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by Garth A. Rose In the waning days of her campaign to be elected US president, Hillary Clinton is trying to up her appeal to one of her strongest core supporters – women. Over the course of her campaign since she was formerly nominated in August women have shown by some 60 percent to overwhelmingly support Clinton.

However, there is concern in South Florida's Caribbean American and African American communities that women are not as enthusiastic about Clinton as the polls indicate.

FIU Statistics and Scientific Research graduate Johnathon Meyers, currently president of a demographic and market research company in Miami has been conducting daily polls at polling places since early voting commenced on October 26. As a Caribbean-American he's concerned by two factors.

Meyers first concern is the “relatively” low turnout of Caribbean-American voters, especially in Miami-Dade County, and secondly, what he found more disconcerting, “the even lower turnout

by Caribbean-American women.”

“I assume with all the negative rhetoric by Donald Trump and evidence of his utter disrespect

for the integrity of women, more CaribbeanAmerican women would respond by voting. But, we're not seeing this at the early voting sites in either Miami-Dade or Broward County.”

Following Meyers observation, on Wednesday National Weekly checked with several CaribbeanAmerican women and found only 40 percent had voted. Of the 60 percent that had not voted 64 percent said they planned to vote either during early voting or on Election Day, November 8.

Of the other 36 percent, 50 percent said they “were not sure” if they will be voting and 50 percent they “definitely” wouldn't be voting.

Among reasons given for not voting were: “both candidates are dishonest and evil”; “neither Trump nor Hillary prove to me they can run the country”; and “it makes no sense to vote since the situation never changes.”

Fort Lauderdale gender specialist, Nadine Blisset, said she has also received feedback from continues on B5 – Black female vote

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Trick or Treat Kids of all ages swarmed the Miramar Town Center as families were dressed in their best costumes and prepared to have a "scary" good me ge ng candy. – Contributed

Stronger Together Supporters of the Hillary Clinton Campaign were out wai ng on her arrival at the Lauderhill Mall Early Vo ng sta on. – Contributed

Family First The City of Miramar spent a day out in the sun as Vice Mayor Chambers introduced his new ini a ve, Community First Pledge 2 Build The Consul General to Miami, Franz Hall, hosted a Diaspora Launch Recep on to celebrate the beginning of the pledge 2 build educa on fundraising campaign for Jamaica. – Contributed

Boo-Ville The City of Miramar hosted its annual Halloween event on Friday at the Miramar Town Center. – Contributed

Safety and Security Sheriff Israel, the men and women of BSO were all over Broward last night ensuring that families across the county had a safe and fun Halloween. – Contributed

Bigger and Be er Joys Ro Shop celebra ng a new loca on in Lauderhill during a private Grand Opening recep on.

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Pre y in Pink BSO displayed their pink car and badges in support the Breast Cancer Awareness during the last days of October. – Contributed

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Motorists frustrated by DMV delays Recently, some South Florida motorists have complained of delays in getting their vehicle registration and/or their driver's license renewed.

Checks with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor-vehicles (DHMV) found that their complaints were valid. The delays are due to a faulty computerized database system.

Terry Rhodes, executive director of DHMV, admitted the system, which contains information of millions of motorists, is aged.

The agency is aware of the situation and trying to fix it. He said the DHMV received $8 million from the Florida Legislature earlier this year to upgrade its system, and is collaborating “every day” with the Agency for State Technology on the upgrades.

The not-so-good news is that this upgrade is not expected to be

complete until June 2017.

Tamara Lewis, a clerk at a DHMV office in West Kendall, said the database system “is crucial” to renewing driver's licenses and motorvehicle registrations. “The renewal applications we obtain have to be matched with the motorist's information that's already stored in the database. If we can't access the database, we can't complete the renewals.” She added that the breakdown happens “at least once a week."

Lewis described these mishaps as “sporadic and bad timing, usually when there's a rush to conclude renewals, creating delays for motorists.”

Another report said the database system has broken down “on average, once every four days between April 1 and Sept. 30 of this year.” continues on B4 – DMV delays

Diaspora organize to aid education and crime in Jamaica The Jamaica Diaspora Education Task Force (JDETF) has launched a campaign called 'Pledge 2 Build', that hopes to raise US$2 million from November 1, 2016 to January 31, 2017, as support for education in Jamaica.

Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Audrey Marks, held the official launch at the Embassy of Jamaica in Washington, DC on October 26.

Jamaican Consular General to the Southeastern US, Franz Hall, supported the initiative with a reception at his residence in Davie, Florida two days later.

Leo Galling, South Florida resident and chairman of the JDETF, says it has partnered with organizations in Jamaica and the Diaspora to raise US$2 million to upgrade infrastructure

of Jamaican schools.

Speaking at the reception in Davie, Hall urged Diaspora support to meet the goal of improving early childhood and primary schools in Jamaica's 14 parishes.

Gilling also said a portion of the funds raised will be used for professional development and training of teachers and that the fundraising drives will be held in other Jamaican missions in North America, Canada and the United Kingdom.

Ambassador Marks urged recognition for the venture. She said, “I encourage all gathered here today to support this important drive, and I'm confident that with the strength and determination that define us as Jamaicans, we can accomplish whatever we set our minds to.”

Gilling stated that 'Pledge 2 Build' is part of JDETF's five-year plan to spur a greater role by the Diaspora to develop and transform education in Jamaica.

This is the second task force launched by Jamaicans living in the US within a week.

Recently Jamaica's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Kamina JohnsonSmith, met with the newly-formed Jamaica Diaspora Crime Intervention and Prevention Task Force to discuss its role in countering crime in the Caribbean country.

The initiative is led by Dr. Rupert Francis, Alternate Diaspora Advisory Board Member for the west and Midwest USA and a retired Captain of the Jamaica Defence Force. Francis said the objective of the task-force is to leverage the

Diaspora network of criminal justice practitioners to support the Government, key law enforcement agencies and other partners in tackling crime in the homeland.

Members of the task-force include Chief of the Homicide Division in the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), Captain Peter Whittingham; Senior Intelligence Analyst, Herbert Nelson Jr. and former Chief of Police in Winnipeg, Canada, Devon Clunis. The task force is also comprised of Diaspora members representing the USA, including the Diaspora advisory board member for the Southeastern US from Florida, Canada and the UK, with backgrounds in law enforcement, military, law, religion, youth support and social services as well as other areas of expertise.

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Opposition leader prepares for elections

Singer who threatened to kill PM permitted to leave

Leader of the opposition Barbados Labour Party (BLP), Mia Mottley has sounded a rallying cry to supporters of the party to prepare to take up the reins of government.

Addressing the BLP's 78th annual conference on the weekend, Mottley told party faithful that they are “girding our loins and preparing for battle.

She knocked the Freundel Stuart administration's management of the country's affairs over the past eight years, which saw government introducing a homegrown austerity programme to revive the country's ailing finances, saying that Barbados cannot survive five more years of Stuart's “uninspired leadership”.

“So the task at hand is much bigger than winning the upcoming election, that's just our first stop.

The future of our country is at stake. And you know in some respects our election mirrors that of the one currently underway in the

United States of America, where people wonder what will be the fate of their country after November 8.”

The former attorney general argued that the BLP is the island's “best hope” at this time, and announced that early in the New Year the party will make a detailed presentation of its full slate of candidates which were nominated before the weekend conference.

Mottley also outlined the party's plans for the country, should it be victorious in the next election, which is constitutionally due in 2018.

According to her, among the BLP's priorities will be to ensure that every household has access to water – a reference to the prolonged water shortage in several communities; tackling criminal activity, and ensuring that every household earns a living wage.

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Public asked to refrain from destroying jaguars’ habitat Environmentalists in Belize have appealed to farmers and others to refrain from destroying the natural habitat of various wildlife animals amid recent reports of jaguar sightings and attacks on livestock in some areas.

A government statement said a Forest Department response team has been dispatched to assist farmers and ranchers in livestock husbandry techniques to prevent loss of livestock.

It said the team, consisting of wildlife conservation experts, are also monitoring hotspots and conducting public awareness in these communities in order to better mitigate and reduce human-jaguar conflicts.

Forest Department representative, Shanelly Carrillo, explained that even-though jaguars are recognized as an important flagship species both for conservation and tourism, farmers often see

A US-based calypsonian who was arrested at the E.T. Joshua Airport earlier this year and charged with making threats to kill Prime Minister Dr. Gonsalves, is now free to leave St. Vincent and the Grenadines, although the charge has not been disposed of in the court.

Chief Magistrate Rechanne Browne-Matthias Monday reviewed the bail conditions for the singer, Paul “I-Madd” Scrubb, after the prosecution told the Serious Offences Court they were not ready to proceed — after a three-month adjournment.

The prosecution alleges that Scrubb between December 9 and 31, 2015, “maliciously sent or uttered threats to kill” Gonsalves as well as his “whole damn family.” He is also charged of uttering “seditious words” to kill the prime minister and his family.

When Scrubb appeared in court on July 25, he was not required to plead to the indictable charges and was granted EC$25,000 bail.

He was also ordered to report to the police twice weekly and had to surrender all travel documents and obtain the permission of the court to leave the country. Stop notices were also placed at all ports of entry and exit and the preliminary inquiry was set for October 31.

But when the case was called on Monday, the prosecution told the court that they were not ready to proceed and requested a further adjournment.

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them as a nuisance.

She noted that with the continuous expansion of farming communities into once pristine forested areas, there is an increasing likelihood of jaguar encounters.

“Apart from their shrinking habitats, the jaguars' dwindling natural food sources due to overhunting have also forced them to seek other alternatives outside of the protected areas.

Consequently, they pose a direct threat to livestock and other domesticated animals. In some instances, these human-jaguar conflicts lead to the retaliatory killing by residents,” the statement noted.

Chief Forest Officer, Wilber Sabido, said that while the livelihood and safety of people are paramount he is also echoing concerns for wildlife conservation.

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What do you think is the impact of Hillary Clinton showing up at the Lauderhill Mall, before Election Day?

Avi: Israel – People say that it's hard to trust her because she has some problems with her email and she didn't do good in Benghazi and she failed in some places in the middle east, but this is the reality and I hope that everything will be ok, what can I tell you?

Diane: Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale - It was wonderful that Hillary came out here today to show support for all nationalities. She was very warm, and she gave us a very good, happy visit. She needs our support and our vote in order to make this country better, so you need to go out to vote and to give your support to her.

Catherine: Trinidad - I'm voting for her, yes, but I hope that she stays strong, and as she says “stronger together,” Hillary I hope you mean that, you mean a lot to a lot of us, so you just keep on doing what you're doing, we're here for you 100 percent and I hope that you will make everything strong in the name of Jesus. Go girl, have a great day, enjoy your election. I love you Hillary, big up yourself woman!

Antonio: It's ne. She is free to go everywhere and to campaign wherever she wants. I wasn't here when she came, so it didn't do anything for me, but I guess it's alright, you know. She's campaigning. She doesn't give me any resolve, I have no feelings for her. I don't care, I prefer Trump, I'm a male Trouvinist.

Patricia: Jamaica –It gives us a sense of who our candidate is and of course it will energize the black vote, the Caribbean American vote and the African American vote. I think it's kind of like a visual representation… a lot of people were glad to see her, they feel that they now have a closer relationship with her. I think it was a good job for her to stop here today.

Claretha: I think it's awesome. I didn't know it, I missed it… Oh my God! I think she's wonderful. I think that she's the one that we need. She's the one that will speak up for us and I'm glad to see that she is standing strong in spite of everything, and she's not bending or bowing in any way, and firmly believing in what she has been saying, and that's what I love about Hillary. She's tough, she's a fighter.

Marie-Lourdes: Haiti - She's a leader, we are followers, and she's looking for us. We are ready to welcome her because she is ready to do business with us. I've been in this country for 30 years, I'm ready to go back to help my people in Haiti. I give her A+, I'm ready to welcome her back to Haiti.

Brenda: Bahamas - Dump today Donald Trump! Hillary, she's supposed to be there, she's supposed to take after Obama, when Obama leaves office. If Donald Trump get there, all hell break loose. America would be focused in the army, for every day he say he like “war”. It make no sense to put him there and black people ain't got no sense if they say they're voting for him.

Dennis: Pompano - It's great, I'm for her, her caliber, there's been no other individual that I, or we, would vote for.

Mavis: Jamaica - I love Hillary Clinton and I hope that she becomes the President of the United States. She came because she love us and we love her too. Most Jamaicans that I speak to, they love Hillary.

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Close the deal. Elect Hillary Clinton At long last, this much too long, contentious and bizarre political season is drawing to a close. When this newspaper is published next week, all things being normal, a new president would have been elected.

The candidate this newspaper confidently endorsed for the presidency is Hillary Rodham Clinton. And, naturally, there is hope she will be elected.

Clinton received this newspaper's endorsement, not as a caller to our offices alleged, because we would endorse “a statue if it was a Democrat”. But because the paper's Editorial board has no reservation that she is the better of the two candidates.

Moreover, the board is also convinced she is more experienced, with the better temperament to lead the United States for the next four years through domestic economic and international challenges.

There is absolutely no responsible way this newspaper could recommend to voters --- especially originating from the Caribbean --- to support an individual who through his own words, has acted disrespectfully towards women.

In Caribbean communities in the US, and the Caribbean, it is customary to find women heading or running families. Women are not regarded as sex objects to be pawed, groped and grabbed by their genitals whenever a man feels he has the right to do so.

In Caribbean communities, women are pillars of the society. Traditionally, the men who American voters elect for president have been of moral integrity, even on the surface, but voters have never elected a president who by admission has tendencies of a sexual harasser.

Hillary Clinton is a woman who has over 30 years worked for the benefit of women and children, nationally and internationally. This history is testament that she will continue to seek the execution of policies for the upliftment of American women in their homes, their jobs, and the general society.

There's also indication she'll work diligently on behalf of people under 35 –-- the millennials, make college more affordable, improve college financial aid, including the terms of student loans.

As a newspaper representing a community of immigrants, the Editorial board could not with any

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER Andrew Karim akarim@cnweeklynews.com justification recommend its readers vote for a man who repeatedly made negative remarks about immigrants; threatens to ban people fleeing oppression, and others because of their religion.

For the past two decades, immigrants, particularly the undocumented, have been promised immigration reform by successive administrations only to see those promises fade. During President Obama's second term, while the US Senate approved immigration reform, the Republican majority House did not follow suit.

Although Obama acted boldly, using executive order to implement some reforms, his efforts were defeated by the judicial system. There's no sign Trump will consider immigration reform that benefit our communities. However, there's reason to believe Clinton will continue initiatives started under Obama's administration to effect crucial immigration reform.

Neither could the board recommend a candidate who has shown little understanding of America's black community. Trump has repeatedly made comments that shows he believes the black community lives “in hell,” in ghettos, is impoverished, and perpetually threatened by crime and adverse social conditions.

Hillary Clinton understands the black community.

It's a community she has worked for and with. She has showed support for issues that concern this community. There has been no definitive plan from Donald Trump to address our issues.

This newspaper endorses Clinton despite her flaws and shortcomings, not because the Editorial board is blind to them. But whatever flaws Mrs. Clinton may have these are overridden by her years of public service working for Americans of all classes.

The board is confident she'll have the respect of the majority of Americans, and they will have confidence in her leadership. The board is also confident she'll have the overwhelming confidence of the international community as she works with American allies, and negotiate with American foes, for a more peaceful world.

No matter how deep this newspaper's Editorial board searched, no matter how much it tried to be objective, not a modicum of confidence was found that Trump could lead the nation as effectively as Hillary Clinton. It's because America needs an effective leader why we recommend voters to firmly close the election deal and elect her president.

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LA SECTION HAITIENNE Teenager killed as Haitian protest delay food distribution Authorities in Haiti are investigating the latest case in which a teenager was killed as Haitians protested the delay of distribution of food supplies following the passage of Hurricane Matthew early last month.

Mayor Jean Gabriel Fortune said the teenage boy was killed as police clashed with protesters when they tried to climb aboard a boat that had arrived from Puerto Rico late last month carrying supplies.

He told reporters that an investigation is underway into the second killing after a young woman died during a similar protest last week in the nearby village of Dame Marie. Five other people were also injured when a fight broke out as authorities distributed food to hurricane victims.

The Mayor said that the police are trying to ease the tension, “but they are in a very difficult position.”

He said that he was also frustrated by what he called the inability and weakness of the central government of Port-au-Prince to act on aid streaming into Haiti after Hurricane Matthew hit the country's southwest region nearly a month ago. “We don't even have the ability to move aid off a boat. The food has been there for days,” he added.

The death of the teenager on Tuesday resulted in protestors demanding revenge and setting up road blockades with burning tires, tree branches and downed utility lines.

Congresswomen visit Haiti to determine assistance needed A South Floridian bipartisan commission including US Congresswomen Republican Ros-Lehtinen and Democrat Frederica Wilson visited Haiti on October 29 and 30 to see first hand the devastation caused by Hurricane Matthew and discuss details of relief efforts from the US. Among the places the Congresswomen visited was Jérémie, a city particularly devastated by the hurricane. During their visit the Congresswomen received information from the staff of the US Embassy and the UN Mission in Haiti regarding emergency efforts to cope with the hurricane disaster and measures to cope with the potential worsening of the outbreak of cholera. They also had a meeting with the Haitian Prime Minister Enex Jean-Charles.

Congresswoman Wilson said the trip was very important especially as her Congressional District in Florida consists of one of the US' largest Haitian-American

communities. Many who “still have deep ties to Haiti and are desperate for accurate accounts of the damage caused by the hurricane.” She said seeing the damage firsthand was the best way to witness the damage and understand the assistance that is required from the US to help the situation in Haiti.

Wilson said while the US government will continue in providing humanitarian assistance to Haiti to recover from the hurricane, the government regards it as crucial that the assistance provided reaches

those who are most affected, those with desperate needs for food, water, shelter and sanitation. She said one of the key objectives of her visit as to meet with U.S. and UN officials, and relief workers, to examine the distribution of essential humanitarian services.

Ros-Lehtinen said it was important to obtain first-hand information for the US efforts to help 1.5 million Haitians needing humanitarian assistance following the storm, including about 175,000 in temporary shelters and 806,000 with immediate food needs.

While Americans are willing to provide assistance to Haiti following the latest natural disaster to impact that Caribbean country, some are skeptical the assistance they provide will not reach those who were directly impacted by the storm. Congresswoman Wilson said, “We must ensure that the assistance reach those affected as quickly as possible.”

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Double Olympic Champion to Appear at Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival organizers will be adding even more value to this year's event on Sunday, November 13, at Markham Park. They will be showcasing the best in all areas food, entertainment and athletics -- YES, Athletics!

Sports enthusiasts will have the opportunity to see two-time Olympic Gold medalist Elaine Thompson who will be making an appearance at this year's event!

Elaine is the Double Olympic Gold Medal winner from the 2016 Rio Olympics where she won Gold in the 100m and 200m. Elaine also won Silver in the Olympic 4x100m in Rio as a part of the Jamaican team. Elaine is the Jamaican National Record Holder in the 100m and the 4th fastest woman to run the 100m in the history of the World.

Patrons will have an opportunity to meet and greet as well as take photographs with the Olympic Champion. John Collins, Managing Director of International Freight Consolidators was quoted as saying, "we are extremely happy to be able to assist with bringing Elaine to the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival and have her meet the lovely people of South Florida."

The event will be tting for the Olympic Champion who is currently a student at the University of Technology, Jamaica and has earned a certicate in Baking Technology from Utech, and is now pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Food Service Management and Culinary Arts. Don't be surprised if the Olympic Champion shows up in the Publix Culinary Pavilion, grabs an apron and displays her cooking skills.

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You are invited to be a part of our VIP Vibe at this year's Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival. Come enjoy and experience comfortable plush seating, delectable bites by Executive Celebrity Chef Patrick Adams of Gourmet Design. Chef Patrick will salivate your palate and stimulate your soul with his unique menu....having you come back for more. He boasts clients such as Michael Moore, Joe Montana and Dan Marino. We encourage you to afford yourself the opportunity to enjoy this year’s Festival with patrons, like you, who want an exclusive, relaxing experience.

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Star Power Spices Up Culinary Pavilion This year’s Publix Culinary Pavilion, features an awesome line-up of chefs for the cooking demonstrations and the exciting, must-see cooking competitions. This is where amateur and professional chefs, celebrity chefs and personalities go head to head to see who emerges with the best jerk dishes.

Chef Fowles was named “Chef on the Rise” by the Jamaica Observer and is well-respected in the kitchen.

Two-time Food Network's Chopped Champion Chef Andre Fowles will be showing his cooking chops with a demonstration at the event, and will be the special guest at Publix Aprons Cooking School in Plantation on November 10. Chef Fowles was named “Chef on the Rise” by the Jamaica Observer and is well-respected in the kitchen. Patrons will also have a chance to watch cooking demos with Golden Krust's Chef Odean, who was featured on CBS's Undercover Boss.

Patrons will have a chance to interact with chefs during their cooking demos and will get their burning questions about jerk foods answered by the best of the best. And, of course, our resident and traveling chef Irie Spice will be on hand to spice things up with his big personality.”

Chef Maxcel is no pushover in the kitchen, with some 12 years of culinary experience

thrill and the love of it.

This year's Celebrity Chef Throwdown will see Chef Eddie Jackson, former cornerback in the NFL and The Next Food Network Star Season 11 winner, going up against Chef Maxcel Hardy who was the full-time personal chef for NBA All-Star Amar'e Stoudemire. Chef Eddie's quite at home in the kitchen, and after retiring from the NFL, he took his cooking to another level with everything from family recipes to culinary creations inuenced by his travels while in the NFL. He's launched his own food truck, “The Caribbean Grill,” and hosts The Food

Network's Kids BBQ. Chef Maxcel is no pushover in the kitchen, with some 12 years of culinary experience and celebrity clients. He co-authored the cookbook, 100 Easy Recipes for Pros and Rookies in the Kitchen with Stoudemire and is currently co-authoring Marley Cookbook with entrepreneur and former University of Miami football player Rohan Marley. When Chef Maxcel is not cooking, he's creating chef apparel for his line Chef Max Designs and working to end hunger in America through his organization, One Chef Can 86 Hunger. With

Competing for the Love of Jerk!

Expect to see, and perhaps even taste, the culinary prowess of acclaimed chefs and celebrities in the Celebrity Chef Throwdown and the Celebrity Quick Fire Challenge. Of course, there'll be the famous Publix Jerk Cook-off where chefs will battle to the spicy end for a chance to win the coveted Dutch Pot Trophy, a cash prize, and most importantly, bragging rights! This is where competitors leave it all on the grill! They do it for the taste, the

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this much star power, there's sure to be sparks ying in the kitchen as chefs Eddie and Maxcel vie for the top spot in this prestigious competition.

For the Celebrity Quick Fire Challenge, we'll see WPLG Channel 10's Todd Tongen facing off with the newly crowned Miss Jamaica World, Ashlie Barrett! What kind of spice will they add to the mix? It's anyone's guess, but we're sure to see a hard-fought battle between the two.

For the famous Publix Jerk Cook-off, professional and amateur chefs will bring their best creations to the grill. Among this year's competitors is Dr. Carl Zollicoffer, an OBGYN who knows his way around the kitchen. He might be competing against professionals, but Minto cautions patrons not to underestimate the amateurs. “In the past Dr. Sharon Robinson, an amateur chef, walked away with the win,” Minto says. “It's about who brings the best jerk dish to the table!”

Minto also encourages patrons to come early to participate and partake of all the offers over at the Publix Marketplace. “We'll have a presentation informing patrons on just about everything they need to know about using the right combination of fresh spices and herbs to create delectable dishes. Plus, there'll be lots of giveaways, Publix Gift Cards, Grace gift baskets, aprons, T-shirts, Publix Greenwise products and so much more.”

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$1000 Grace Jamaican Style Patty Eating Competition “I love the aky crust”; “There is so much meat lling”; “That's awesome, Grace now makes patties”. These are a few of the sentiments offered by consumers who taste the Brand New Grace Jamaican Style Patties, available in Mild Beef, Spicy Beef and Curry Chicken.

“Grace Foods has added a Jamaican favorite to its food product line and we are so excited about this”, states, Nimal Amitirigala of Grace Kennedy's Global Category Management Unit.

Grace Kennedy, one of the world's largest food manufacturers, is renowned for its quality products and the Grace Patty line attests to this.

Consumers will be given opportunities to sample the brand new Grace Jamaican Style Patties this upcoming weekend in neighborhood supermarkets, such as Bravo on Kimberly Blvd and Sedano's on Southgate Blvd, as the Grace Patties demo team will bring a taste of Jamaica to you.

The excitement continues at the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival, when one (1) lucky person will win the $1000 Grace Patty Eating Contest. There, patrons will also sample all three (3) avors and some lucky persons will be able to take home Grace Patties with them and be $1000 richer.

The Grace Jamaican Style Patties can be found in the frozen aisle at any of your leading neighborhood grocery stores. Competitively priced, pick up as many as you can, as a snack item for anyone in the family, from the student, to the parent, who wants something that is convenient, easy to pack and prepare. Just pop the Grace Jamaican Style Patties in your toaster oven, your convection oven or your microwave; and then bite into the well-seasoned meat lling. (Be careful not to burn yourself).

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Organizers of the 15th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival are pulling out all the stops to give patrons a day and night to remember, with a musical and cultural feast like no other ... on all three stages.

Festival director Abdul Muhsin is red up about this year's Main Stage lineup, as the artists were selected, not just for the their musical prowess, but for the different eras of uniquely Jamaican music that they represent. Muhsin says, “We are espousing a part of our culture that's endemic and that we share with the world—our food, our music and our culture. Everybody loves jerk, everybody loves reggae and everybody loves Shaggy!”

Cultural Stages coordinator Bridget Edwards is also excited about the performances she has lined up. She says, “It's the 15th staging of the festival, so we want to make it extra special. With the theme “Celebrating the Caribbean” performances will be more focused on various Caribbean islands, because, “although the Caribbean is diverse, we can still relate to each other; we have so much in common.”

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Boombastic Night on the Main Stage!

Eric “Monty” Morris, famous for hits like “Sammy Dead” and “Oil In My Lamp” is considered a foundation artist of the Ska and Rocksteady era, and he will be gracing the Main Stage to take festival goers on an authentic trip down memory lane. Also taking the stage will be Singing Melody, whose vocal stylings will appeal to the audience in tunes like “Want You Back,” “Say What” and “Let It Flow.” Singing Melody is a household name in Lover's Rock and Reggae, and will denitely bring a nostalgic vibe to the stage. Dynamic duo, Chaka Demus and Pliers of “Murder She Wrote” fame will no doubt deliver an excellent show, with Pliers' smooth vocals balanced beautifully with Chaka Demus' deejaying skills. Expect to hear hits such as “Bam Bam” and “Tease Me” as they blaze the stage!

Headlining this awesome event is Diamond-selling, Grammy-winning artist Shaggy, who will pull from his repertoire of hits including anthems like “Boombastic” and “It Wasn't Me.” The superstar will loom larger than life on stage, and on the new LED screens that will be erected to give patrons an even better view of the beloved artist. With his ability to win over an audience and

from this festival. Singers will include brothers J-Stone and K-Charlez, as well as Yanique Sasha. Crys Alexandra and the E.L.E.M.E.N.T.S, with soulful front woman Crys, will no doubt capture the hearts of anyone who hears them. Sons of Mystro, the violin-playing brothers will transport patrons with pure talent and the Jerk Festival Dancers will ignite the stage with their moves.

Staying true to the Caribbean theme, the Trinidadian Melo Groove Steel Orchestra, a children's steel pan group, will showcase the versatility and hypnotic rhythms of Trinidad for all to enjoy, while the Carib Isles Dance Group composed of members from islands

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reinvent himself; Shaggy has become a mainstay on stages across the world, thrilling with everything from his early hit “Oh Carolina” to his latest tune, “That Love.”

Cultural Melting Pot on Two Great Stages But before festivalgoer's head to the Main Stage, patrons will be thoroughly entertained on the Western Union Cultural Stage and the 411 Pain Fuzion Soundstage. Beginning at 12 noon, the cultural stages will be in full swing, with entertainers moving between the stages to give the patrons the high level of entertainment and culture they've come to expect

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including St. Kitts and Antigua will bring these different cultures to the stage. Jamaican Folklorist Dr. Sue, who has been performing at this event for years, will be there to grip the audience with her engaging storytelling. And, there will be a special treat from the Bahamas Junkanoo Revue, an authentic Bahamian Junkanoo band. Edwards is super-excited about this, saying, “We will do a Bahamian Junkanoo Parade and festivalgoer's are encouraged to join in. So, bring your ags, your whistles, your grater, your pot covers and participate in the Bahamian Junkanoo Parade!"

Emcees, actor/comedian Johnny Daley will keep the vibes and comedy owing on the Western Union Cultural Stage and WAVS-1170 AM radio personality Yvette Marshall will hold it down on the 411 Pain Fuzion SoundStage. Dancehall fans will also have their chance to hear the latest dancehall music and try out the latest dances in the party pavilion dubbed “The Hot Zone,” which will feature top DJs spinning dancehall music from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The gates will open at 10 a.m. and patrons can take advantage of the $5 food specials between 10 a.m. and noon. Both Muhsin and Edwards encourage patrons to come early, bring the whole family and stay late to enjoy this day of food and fun.

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THINGS TO KNOW Gates open at 10:00 am

No Re-entry for general admission ticket holders

Allowed items Lounge chairs Blankets Umbrellas (hand-held) Baby strollers Non-professional equipment Cameras without detachable lenses * Lounge and umbrella chairs are to be placed on the outskirts of the crowd as a courtesy to other spectators

Disability Access & Accommodations We want to make sure that all food lovers have access to the Jerk Festival experience.

Special needs patrons call 305-786-361-1103 or visit our website at www.JerkFestival.com Kids at Jerk Festival Coming to the Jerk Festival with a youngster in tow? Children aged 10 and under are admitted FREE if accompanied by a ticketholding adult. There is no limit on the number of kids per adult, within the discretion of the front gate staff.

Heat Relief Heatstroke is not cool. Drink lots of water.

Wear sunscreen.

Prohibited items

Safety & Medical We are making every effort to create a safe environment on the festival grounds, including public and private security and medical staff. If you need any assistance, seek out the medical tent, or look for a festival staff member.

Lost & Found During the Festival, look for lost items at the Lost & Found booths at the Corporate Circle.

After the Festival, you can inquire about lost items here. Valuables will be held for 30 days and then donated to a local charity. Jamaican Jerk Festival USA, Inc. will not be held liable for any unclaimed items.

Weapons of any kind Illegal substances (narcotics or drug paraphernalia)

Alcohol (alcohol will be sold at the Festival)

Glass containers Food or beverages Skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles Fireworks and Explosives

Large umbrellas Pets (except service dogs) Video equipment: No recording allowed

Professional camera equipment (no detachable lenses, no tripods, big zooms, or commercial use rigs)

Any audio recording equipment No illegal vending permitted.

No unauthorized vendors allowed.

Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, give-aways.

Disclaimer All persons attending the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival do so at their own risk. No liability is assumed by Event producers, managers, promoters, sponsors, or others associated with the Event.

By attending, you give the Jerk Festival the right to videotape and/or photograph any and all activities, events, and performances within the festival site, including all attendees and patrons and the right to use your photo, likeness, and voice captured on video or photography in any manner to promote the Jerk Festival.

Reproductions of the Festival's name or logo are strictly prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Due to artist's requests, absolutely no video cameras of any kind are allowed in the Festival concert area.

To Keep the Jerk Fest safe and healthy, Event ofcials ask that you report any violations to the above policies to either the Jerk Festival security or any uniformed ofcers on site and to assist in helping to keep the Festival grounds clean in using available receptacles.

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Shebada returns to SFlA with big hit play Sunshine Theatre Company are at it again as they present a four city tour with Jamaica's superstar comic actor Shebada in Michael Holgate's sensational new Jamaican comedy play “Shebada Goes to School.

The tour which will kick off on Saturday November 19, 2016 at Miramar High School, in Miramar, will also feature a performance at the Coral Springs Arts Center, in Coral Springs on Sunday, November 20th, before moving to Riverdale High School, in Fort Myers on Saturday, November 26th, culminating with a performance at Palm Beach Lakes High School, West Palm Beach on Sunday November 27th.

The story centers on a class of troublemakers led by Keith Ramsay as Shibby and also includes budding gangster, Trevor (Garfield Reid), livewire Suzie (Suzette Barrett) food lover Flooms (Taunia Flowers)and bookworm Babette(Monique

Ellis). The overworked Principal, Mr. Blacks (Luke Ellington) has his work cut out for him to turn these mischievous dunces into bright sparks.

Things only grow more complicated when Mr. Brown (Junior Williams) an education official with a vengeful streak, starts breathing down the principals neck threatening to have the school shut down. Mr. Blacks vows to give the students an opportunity to prove themselves thereby giving the school a fighting chance. But when the students plan to cheat by stealing their test papers in advance, things takes a gruesome turn as the future of the school and the lives of everyone involved fall into jeopardy.

This will be Sunshine Theatre's final presentation for 2016 as the company pulls the curtain down for the season.

For a preview or more information visit www.SunshineTheatreCompany.com.

Tanice Morrison REGGAE SOULCHILD Kingston: Reggae Soulchild, Tanice Morrison, is a strong affirmation of all that's positive, enduring and uplifting about the music genre called reggae.

Passionate about her craft, the singer boldly identifies herself by using her given name as her stage name – no alter egos, no masks -- she's simply Tanice Morrison, a talented artiste whose time has come.

For Tanice, the preparation has been long and arduous, starting from in the early 80's when she was just a little girl going to the studio with her mother, Studio One recording artiste, Keturah Duffus. Her mother has always been her strongest supporter and the little girl inside Tanice has never forgotten the many challenges she faces growing up and always does her best to make her mother proud.

Being surrounded by a lot of music, Tanice took her singing quite seriously. She entered several competitions including the Red Label Wine Song Competition (1997), where she

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Tanice always believed in the value of a good education and while pursuing the music,

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she pursued further studies as a teacher in music education. While in college, she was introduced to highly respected musician, Jon Williams, for whom she recorded some radio jingles, one of which was Red Stripe Light's first radio advert. In 2002, another opportunity came for her to audition for Sir 'Coxsone' Dodd at Studio One Records. Very impressed with this new talent, Coxsone gave Tanice the opportunity to record her first original song, Old Hurt, which was officially released on the Studio One label in 2003.

Shrugging off all negatives concerning women in the business, Tanice, instead, has deliberately chosen to take up issues that define women and the youth and fervently hopes that her songs will be the catalyst for change. One of her recent (2013) singles, Rather Be Me, speaks specifically to the whole idea of empowerment and the preservation of values.The follow up song, All In The Mind, is yet another inspirational and uplifting offering which

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defines Tanice as an artiste and a woman.

Still playing a vital role in the performing side of the business as one of the professional cabaret acts on the coast, Tanice has performed at major events including Studio One's 50th Anniversary show, in 2004. In November2005, she was one of the opening acts for the “Kenny Rogers in Concert”, held at King's House.

Another major concert was the (2011, 2013 resp.) staging Powerful Men and Women in Concert.

In 2010, she released an album, No Limitations, which, as the title suggests, is a full course meal which explores the totality of this vibrant and multi-talented singer christened Tanice Morrison.

Her 2014 “MISSING PIECES (BROKEN) has received positive reviews from fans and media critics as it hit the airwaves.

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Preterm Birth Rate in Florida Increases to 10 Percent Florida's preterm birth rate increased slightly to 10 percent in 2015 from 9.9 percent in 2014, according to the 2016 March of Dimes Premature Birth Report. The state received a “C” grade on the annual report.

“Despite promising programs and some localized improvements, this year's report shows additional steps need to be taken in Florida to give more babies, especially those in specific communities, a healthier start to life,” said Dr. Karen Harris, March of Dimes Florida Maternal and Child Health Committee Chair. “The issue of preterm birth has become too common and too accepted in all of our communities.”

The U.S. preterm birth rate increased for the first time in eight years, also resulting in a “C” grade for the nation.

The report also stated what it called “an unfair burden of premature birth among racial and ethnic groups as well as geographic areas.”

The report cited variations is preterm birthrates is different Florida counties and races. For example, the rates range from 9.3 percent in Palm Beach County to 11.2 percent in Duval County. Among black women in Florida, the preterm birth rate is 46 percent higher than the rate among all other women in the state.

In the United States, preterm birth accounts for more than $26 billion annually in avoidable medical and societal costs. The March of Dimes says It will take a multi-faceted, innovative and collaborative approach to address the unfair toll premature birth has on mothers and babies.

The March of Dimes supports eight evidence-based interventions to help reduce the preterm birth rate in communities with the highest burden of preterm birth. One such intervention, stop pregnant women from smoking, has demonstrated considerable success in reducing preterm births. The organization said although tobacco use is a known contributor to preterm birth and other adverse birth outcomes, one in 10 women continue to smokes while pregnant.

In Florida, the March of Dimes recently convened a Prematurity Summit bringing together community leaders from high-need areas to create localized action plans to reduce preterm birth in their communities.

The summit also focuses on creating equity in birth outcomes at the community level by collaborating with many partners from across the state.

Brain Booster Want to double the nutritional value of your child's school lunch? Be sure to incorporate these Caribbean ingredients for a special treat.

Callaloo

Avocado

Pumpkin

Benefits: The Caribbean's preferred dark, leafy green, Callaloo is chock full of blood boosting iron and potassium, as well as a good dose of calcium for growing bones.

Benefits: This creamy favorite provides a substantial amount of monounsaturated fat (the healthy kind). Avocados are also a naturally nutrient-dense food and contain nearly 20 vitamins and minerals.

How to eat: A classic cook-up with onions, garlic and other brain boosters like tomato makes a nice side dish to squeeze in the daily dose of nutrients. For the picky eater, melt in a little low-fat and kidfriendly cheese for an irresistible bite. Raw callaloo is also a great source of vitamins and minerals, so make a healthy Ital callaloo shake with potassium rich banana and protein packed yogurt.

How to eat: This handy fruit is much more than guacamole. Nice slices of avocados are an easy addition to sandwiches, as it pairs well with many sandwich ingredients such a hummus and chicken. Avocados also make a nice addition to salads, packed with other nutrient-rich ingredients.

Invite your kids to make their own avocado sandwich and salad combos to get them engaged in their own healthy eating.

Benefits: Though low in calories, pumpkin is rich in disease-fighting nutrients like Vitamin A and C. Vitamin A helps you fight off infections by boosting your immune system and is also essential for helping you see at night. Vitamin C is also an immune booster and supports wound healing for those schoolyard scrapes.

How to eat: Cook down in a classic chicken pumpkin soup for a warm and cozy lunch, or mash up for a healthier alternative to mash potatoes. Pumpkin rice is also a slightly sweet kid-favorite. Or blend with carrot for a refreshing drink.

Also be sure to save the seeds, which can be quickly toasted in the oven for a protein-rich snack.

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That diagnosis is accurate. After the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the thriving remittance network from Jamaica to the US fell dramatically.

The 2008 Depression resulted in closure of bauxite companies like Alcan and the loss of hundreds of jobs.

Another sector that is heavily dependent on the US is entertainment. Tommy Cowan, a music business veteran who has worked with Bob Marley and Dennis Brown, is also watching the election closely.

“If you look at our industry, our people depend a lot on work permits. But I haven't heard a lot about that in the whole immigration

issue,” he said.

Most persons (artistes, booking agents, managers, publicists) involved in reggae travel to the US several times for the year. Several of them complained about harassment following the 9/11 attacks in New York.

That incident also curtailed tours, a main source of income for most artistes.

Cowan, 71, has followed the last three US elections keenly. A big fan of President Barack Obama, he believes next Tuesday's outcome is not difficult to analyze.

“It's definitely the most interesting in my lifetime. You have one person is likely to improve on things that are already in place and the other is planning to come with a totally different view.

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Anthony Porter of Sunrise experienced delays in renewing his truck registration on October 21.

“It took me almost a half day to get the registration completed, because the computer was down, when it usually took about 30 to 40 minutes in the past when I went to renew my vehicle's registration.” Lewis confirmed that the database system “was down for some time.”

The DHMV system is not only used to store data on motorists and renewing their driver's license and vehicle registration. It's also a critical tool in verifying and storing data related to Florida's registered voters, and enables voters to provide valid driver's licenses as an ID when voting. Information from the DHMV database is

also used to identify people for state benefits such as food stamps.

On contacting the Supervisor of Election Offices in South Florida, there was no indication the database system problems affected verification of data to complete recent voters registration, or voters who use their driver's licenses for identification during early voting.

Problems with renewal of driver's licenses and vehicle registration not only hinder motorists who visited DHMV offices but some trying to process their renewal online.

“We really hope the system is fixed way before next June,” Lewis said, “The delay in processing renewals isn't fair to motorists or employees. “

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DCF Launches Online Campaign '30 Days of Amazing Children' Children: Explore Adoption,” will feature pictures of and stories about children available for adoption and the kind of family they hope to find. Many of them are teens, sibling groups and children with special needs who have been hoping for a family for a long time.

Over the last 15 years, the department and its community-based partners found families for more than 47,700 Florida children, including nearly 3,500 children last fiscal year.

At any given time, as many as 800 children care in Florida are available for adoption and ready for their forever family.

In recognition of National Adoption Month, Governor Rick Scott has proclaimed November as Florida Adoption Month.

Along with Governor Scott, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) will support statewide efforts to connect hundreds of Florida children with loving families through the “30 Days of Amazing Children” campaign. Each day, DCF will highlight two amazing children who are looking for a forever home at AdoptFlorida.org.

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2016 Property Tax bills have been mailed The Records, Taxes & Treasury Division has mailed more than 500,000 property tax bills for 2016. For property taxpayers whose bills are paid by escrow arrangement, a courtesy tax bill copy will be mailed in mid-November. Property taxes must be paid no later than March 31, 2017 to avoid penalties and delinquency fees, but may be paid now to take advantage of discounts. A four percent discount applies to taxes paid in November; a three percent discount applies in December; a two percent discount in January;

and a one percent discount in February.

All 2016 tax bills will also be available at broward.county-taxes.com on Nov. 1st for viewing, printing, or online payment. Property taxpayers whose bill will not be paid by an escrow or tax-paying agent may pay tax bills in a variety of ways: in person online credit/debit card, or echeck payments, bank online bill pay service, by mail or at a Wells Fargo Bank Branch.

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Florida being a battleground state has brought candidates to make multiple appearances in town recenty, along with President Obama who has been visiting state colleges and concentrated Caribbean cities frequently.

Broward County commissioner, Dale Holness and outgoing State Representative, Hazelle Rogers, now candidate for mayor of the City of Lauderdale Lakes, met with Clinton briefly before she made her way into the crowd welcoming her with open arms.

Expressing his confidence in the candidate, and continuing his push for making residents voice heard, Commissioner Holness said “We need to ensure that young people can take advantage of the American dream. It's critical that every person, especially the Caribbean Americans get up, get out and vote.”

Early voting ends this Sunday with Election Day on Tuesday, November 8.

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Black female vote early voting assessments that the turnout has “been less than enthusiastic” from black women which would include Caribbean-American women.

Blisset is hoping this will change in the days remaining for early voting and on Election Day. “I would be surprised if a high percentage of Caribbean-American women don't turn out in these elections as the prevailing issue is one which concerns Caribbean women. That issue is being respected by their men.”

The gender specialist said in the execution of her profession she frequently encounters Caribbean-American women who complain of domestic abuse, unfair

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200 Teaching Hopefuls Attend Hiring Fair Some 200 prospective teachers attended the Fall 2016 Teacher Hiring Fair this past weekend and interviewed with principals from 80 Miami-Dade public schools, who were ready to offer jobs. Immediate openings were available in Elementary Education Exceptional Student Education, Science and Language Arts, among others.

The fair, which was held at Miami Edison Senior High, was open to educators who have or are eligible for a State of Florida teaching certificate. Information about instructional positions may be found at Jobs.DadeSchools.net/teachers As the fourth largest school district in the nation, M-DCPS is said to offer competitive benefits and salaries, career advancement opportunities, continued learning, professional development offerings, access to cutting-edge technology, as well as new teacher support and peer mentoring.

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workplace practices favoring men over women, and sexual harassment. “So, how can women who are seeking more respect by the men in their personal lives, not turn out to vote against a male presidential candidate shown on a video demeaning women and having no reservation to sexually harass women if and when it pleases him?” She said she believes when black women really realize that there is a real chance that this candidate could be elected president they will turn out and vote, and vote for Hillary Clinton. “I think black women, and women generally, will do the right thing in this election.”

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New U.S. based owners of Zouks The Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has announce that the Zouks franchise have been purchased by Mr. Jay Pandya of Royal Sports Club, based in Philadelphia.

Jignesh 'Jay' Pandya is the founder of the Rohan Group of companies, a real estate venture with over 100 combined commercial and retail properties that employs in excess of 1,200 people. He currently also serves as the

Bolt Chairman of Global Sports Ventures, LLC and Royal Sports Club, LLC. The 2016 season was the Zouks' most successful yet, with Daren Sammy's St. Luciabased side reaching the CPL Finals for the first time.

Welcoming Royal Sports Club's acquisition of the Zouks, Mr. Damien O'Donohoe, CEO of the Hero CPL, said it is a landmark day for the Zouks franchise, and indeed for the Hero CPL, and is further evidence of the growing stature of the biggest party in sport both in the Caribbean and internationally.

O'Donohoe said, “The 2016 season was a

ground-breaking one for Hero CPL, with the successful staging of six matches in Central Broward Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida helping to elevate the competition to new heights. As we build up to the 2017 campaign, I would like to welcome Mr. Pandya to the CPL family and wish him and his consortium well for the seasons to come.”

Outlining his vision for the Zouks franchise, owner Mr. Jay Pandya said: “Our aim is to help drive the Zouks forward to become the dominant team in the CPL by producing consistent results that will enable us to be title contenders in every edition of CPL going

forward.

With regards to the future of the franchise, Pandya said, “We are extremely happy that the management team, with Stuart Williams as our Head Coach and Daren Sammy as our Captain, have committed to remain with the franchise and will continue to lead it. Daren is a passionate St. Lucian who leads the side with great skill and charisma and is hugely respected internationally, especially after guiding the West Indies to their second ICC World T20 title in India earlier this year.”

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Nikita Miller to captain Jamaica's PCL team Veteran Jamaican spinner Nikita Miller has been appointed captain of a 14 man Jamaica squad for the start of the WICB Professional Cricket League next weekend.

The left-arm spinner, who has played for West Indies at various levels, replaces Paul Palmer Jr., who has also been left out of the squad for the opening match against defending champions Guyana Jaguars.

Out-of-favour West Indies players, wicketkeeper Carlton Baugh Jr and all-rounder David Bernard Jr. have again been omitted from the squad announced by selectors on Monday.

Baugh Jr. and Bernard Jr. missed several

day debut.

Jamaica, who finished fourth, fifth and third, respectively, in the three seasons staged, will this year be coached by former West Indies opener Robert Samuels, who has replaced longstanding coach, Junior Bennett.

Jamaica Scorpions squad – Nikita Miller (captain), John Campbell, Trevon Griffith, Devon Thomas, Jermaine Blackwood, Brandon King, Shacaya Thomas, Andre McCarthy, Chadwick Walton, Damion Jacobs, Derval Green, Marquino Mindley and Jason Dawes.

matches last season after a string of poor performances.

Selectors have also excluded former West Indies batsman, Barbadian Kirk Edwards, who after being drafted as a regional overseas player last season, was dropped for the final set of matches due to poor performances.

The squad, which has Antiguan Devon Thomas and young Guyanese opener Trevon Griffith as its mandatory two regional overseas players, features one uncapped player in fast bowling all-rounder, Derval Green.

Green, a former national Under-19 captain, has represented Jamaica in four List-A regional Super50 matches, but is yet to make his four-

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