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Broward County hosts the International Coastal Cleanup

Samantha Jarvis September 23, 2022

Every third Saturday in September, for over 20 years, Broward County has participated in the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC). This was the 37th year that millions of volunteers around the world tallied the trash found along beaches, streams, parks, and neighborhoods.

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The Sea Salt Fish Market: The Place to be for South Florida Seafood Lovers

Cassidy Webb August 23, 2022

As the state with the second-longest shoreline, it’s no surprise that 84% of the nation’s supply of grouper, pompano, mullet, stone crab, pink shrimp, spiny lobsters, and Spanish mackerel are caught in Florida by Florida fisherman. South Florida has an ample supply of fresh seafood, but some of the best products can be purchased just […]

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Bitz and Buttons: A Nostalgic Delight in Broward County

Beth Cooper July 25, 2022

If you cried like me when toy stores like Toys R Us and Kiddie City closed their doors years ago, you need to visit Bitz and Buttons toy store, ASAP! “Creating memories one toy at a time” is the slogan of the kitschy, sentimental brick and mortar toy store, and these words are glaringly true. […]

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Palmyra Restaurant & Lounge: Wilton Drive’s First Middle Eastern Restaurant and Hookah Lounge

Cassidy Webb July 19, 2022

Palmyra Restaurant & Lounge is the first Middle Eastern Restaurant and Hookah Lounge to find its home on Wilton Drive. While serving authentic and fresh cuisine, the restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating for dining as well as couches and a lounge area to enjoy hookah with friends. Most importantly, Palmyra is a safe, judgment-free […]

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An All-Electric Micro-Transit System is Coming to Wilton Manors

Cassidy Webb July 1, 2022

Congested traffic and limited parking are a daily reality for many South Florida residents. While it is a small price to pay for living in paradise, Wilton Manors has recently taken a giant step towards alleviating the problem within their own city limits. The City Commission of the City of Wilton Manors recently passed a […]

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Oakland Park Resident Dies In Motorcycle Crash

Desiree Avila May 27, 2022

Motorcyclists Body Found Today BSO reported that just before 10am on Thursday May 26th, a maintenance crew working off of Federal Highway in Dania found the body of motorcyclist. The workers were mowing the grass near the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport when they saw the victim laying motionless on the ground. BSO’s Traffic Homicide Unit […]

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Yeasty Brews Artisanal Beers: Making a Name for Itself

Maria Scudella-Beltran May 17, 2022

Yeasty Brews is located just outside of Oakland Park, in the neighboring district of Lauderhill. This brewery is a first for the city. It is part of the City of Lauderhill’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Economic Development initiative to create a Commercial Arts and Entertainment District on NW 38th Avenue. This initiative includes over […]

Beyond Oakland Park Boca Raton Food Restaurants

Cafe LaVie Vietnamese: Live, Love and Eat!

Megan Rebecca May 5, 2022

Cafe LaVie Vietnamese is a new family-owned restaurant located in Boca Raton, Florida. The South Florida restaurant is a hidden gem and gives its customers a bite of authentic Vietnamese traditional cuisine. They proudly provide catering and delivery services throughout South Florida, including Oakland Park. Their cuisine maintains authenticity as they serve family recipes

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Local Artist Frank Polanco Featured at UN Flag Project

Desiree Avila April 29, 2022

South Florida Artist Frank Polanco is a man of many talents. Frank is an artist, a writer, an animal rights activist, a man who cares about nature,  and man who aims to leave this world a better place for our future generations. Frank is especially passionate about animal activism. He frequently rescues abandoned dogs in Puerto Rico […]

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Cross Stitch Cupboard: Embroidery Art in Oakland Park

Beth Cooper March 22, 2022

Cross stitching and needlepointing are under appreciated and rewarding ways to escape reality and to brighten one’s home decor repertoire. It happens to be the oldest form of embroidery and people all over the world love to cross stitch. Right here in Oakland Park we have a store dedicated to cross stitching.  Nestled in the […]