Daytona Times

15/07/2025

Two years ago today, the Daytona Times and the Florida Courier lost Charles William “Chuck’’ Cherry II.

The retired Daytona Times and Florida Courier Publisher Chuck Cherry II passed away at age 66.

He retired as publisher of the two weekly Black newspapers in 2020 after running the Black newspapers’ editorial operations for decades. The retired attorney also was an author, speaker, radio broadcaster and strategic business planning consultant.

Chuck was a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, initiated at Morehouse College. He lived the fraternity’s principles of “manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift.’’

He was born on Aug. 6, 1956, in Daytona Beach to Julia T. Cherry and Charles W. Cherry, Sr. in Daytona Beach, founder of the newspapers.

Chuck is remembered as a fierce advocate of the Black Press, a longtime warrior for social justice, wonderful colleague and mentor, a devoted friend, beloved brother and an extraordinary father.

07/05/2025

https://www.daytonatimes.com/news/feacher-and-united-methodist-elder-to-speak-at-b-cu-commencement-services/article_d4a16ca9-fe94-4931-b457-f95c61d5bd0c.html

Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) has announced two alumni members as speakers for the university’s spring commencement services.

13/04/2025

On Wednesday, hope showed up in a big way for families in Orlando.

United MegaCARE, the T.D. Jakes Foundation, and Wells Fargo joined forces to fight food insecurity—providing meals for 7,500 people in Orlando.

Hosted by The Kingdom Church on Pine Hill, over 125 volunteers handed out food boxes packed with protein, veggies, starches, bread, and dessert—totaling $225,000 in in-kind donations.

This powerful moment came just as federal emergency food aid faces major cuts—making the impact even more critical.

Bishop T.D. Jakes is in Orlando this week for the 2025 International Leadership Summit, gathering global voices at the intersection of business and faith.

22/11/2024

🏀 Some of the best high school basketball talent in North America is hitting Daytona Beach this weekend!

📍 The Grind Session is taking over DME Academy (2441 Bellevue Ave) from Friday, Nov. 22 – Sunday, Nov. 24 with 30 elite teams from 10 states and Canada, including 24 boys teams and 6 girls teams.

🔥 Witness future stars, including Top 100 prospects like Mikel Brown, Jr. ( #7, Class of 2025), Marcis Ponder ( #65, Class of 2026), and Martay Barnes ( #12, Class of 2027).

🎟️ Admission: $15/day (kids 6 & under free).

💡 This circuit has produced nearly 3,000 college/pro players, including NBA stars like Paolo Banchero and Jayson Tatum.

Don’t miss 34 action-packed games on two courts. Let’s hoop! 🏀

13/11/2024

⏰ The deadline to apply for D-SNAP food assistance is Nov. 15! 🌪️ If you were impacted by Hurricane Milton and aren’t receiving regular SNAP benefits, you may qualify.

Pre-register online now at [myflfamilies.com/dsnap](http://myflfamilies.com/dsnap) or call (888) 717-4084 for support. Don’t wait—apply today! 📞🍽️

06/11/2024

Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election and is the 47th President of the United States.

22/10/2024

Bethune-Cookman University alumna Avis Lewis returned to her alma mater to give back to the next generation of Wildcats. On Sept. 7th, she presented the university administrators with a personal donation, creating the Avis Lewis Endowment Fund. The fund will help provide financial assistance to students.

After graduating from B-CU in 1989, Lewis went to work at Disney. She is now the Vice President of HR for Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney International and is the Executive Champion of Disney on the Yard, an initiative created in 2020 to deepen engagement with HBCUs – like her alma mater – through mentorship, networking and exclusive programming.

25/08/2024

The Bethune-Cookman University marching band will participate in the National Battle of the bands on Sunday, Aug. 25 at NRG Stadium in Houston.

The Houston alumni will welcome the band and host the band's "March to Millions" campaign kick-off in Houston.

The Bethune-Cookman University marching band will participate in the National Battle of the bands on Sunday, Aug. 25 at NRG Stadium in Houston.

06/08/2024

BREAKING-Multiple sources report that Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate.

21/07/2024

BIDEN DROPS OUT, ENDORSES HARRIS

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that

17/07/2024

President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms, according to White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.

The president was scheduled to speak at the UnidosUS conference in Las Vegas. He first tested positive for Covid-19 in July 2022.

CNN reports the president has received his first dose of the antiviral drug Paxlovid and will be self-isolating at his home in Delaware.

12/07/2024

Florida A&M University President Larry Robinson has announced he is stepping down from his role. In a letter released by the university, Robinson says in part that while he may be stepping from the presidency, it's not a farewell. Robinson will return as a Distinguished Service Professor in the School of the Environment.