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Runway, camera… Fashion!
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer Silk, shimmer and sky-high stilettos dominated the runway during the 12th Annual Miami International Fashion Week. About 700 people, including press, buyers and audience members came out to support designers from all over the world … Continue reading
Supercar Experience rolls into West Palm
The Palm Beach Supercar Experience rolled onto Flagler Drive on Saturday. Even with the rain, the event drew huge crowds to the downtown area. Ferraris, Lamborghinis and other luxurious, powerful vehicles were displayed. Each privately owned automobile was selected for … Continue reading
Beacon Features: West Palm sparkles and shines
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer We all know the familiar saying, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” For weeks, local residents had their tickets and were ready to spend Presidents Day weekend viewing elegant antiques that catch the eye at … Continue reading
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Beacon News: Haitian student grateful for ‘renewal’
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer Only 45 minutes from Miami, part of the Island of Hispaniola, Haiti remains in dismay due to the recent earthquake. The tragedy is felt not only in Haiti, but at Palm Beach Atlantic University as … Continue reading
Beacon Looks: ‘Black in America’ discussion in Lassiter
On Thursday night students participated in an open forum discussion about “Black in America.” The discussion was led by Flossie Jackson, president of the Black Student Union, and sponsored by the College Republicans, College Democrats and BSU. The documentary discusses … Continue reading
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Beacon Opinion: You call yourself a ‘reporter’?
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer With the recent outburst of “oh so humble” Kanye West at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards and the brief on-camera dispute between boxers Floyd “Money” Mayweather and Shane Mosley during post-fight interviews, the media … Continue reading
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Beacon Features: Piven talks ‘The Goods’
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer In a recent telephone interview, Emmy award-winning actor Jeremy Piven talked about his life and his lead role as slick talking car salesman Don Ready in the comedic film, “The Goods: Live Hard, … Continue reading
Spending the summer in WPB? Looking for something to do?
Beacon editor Jen Herring has started a new blog dedicated to West Palm Beach nightlife, events and entertainment! For all of you who are spending the summer in West Palm Beach or the South Florida region, she will be updating … Continue reading
Found: Friendly Gummy bear parking reminders
Courtesy of Beacon editor Jen Herring. The geniuses behind the building and planning of the Walt Disney parks in Orlando really got things right when they color coordinated the parking lots. Yeah I guess it isn’t so hard to remember … Continue reading
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Local event: BET’s Spring Bling returns to Riviera Beach
Article by staff contributor Jen Herring. Hotels in Riviera Beach are being booked to capacity as Black Entertainment Television’s annual “Spring Bling” event makes a come back, March 28 to March 29, for its third consecutive year. The event will … Continue reading
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Local events: Miami Fashion week opens today
Written by Staff contributor Jen Herring. The newest international clothing designs can be seen from March 19 through March 22 at SOHO Studios in Miami’s Wynwood Art District. The week includes eclectic food, music, models and 60 designers. Many Latin … Continue reading
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Beacon reviews New York Fashion Week
This article originally appeared in The Beacon student newspaper on March 2, 2009. By Jen Herring and Marissa Barkey Editor’s Note: Contributing writer Marissa Barkey attended this year’s Fashion Week allowing her to give her firsthand report. Thrifty fashion has … Continue reading
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