Masks Required in Broward County, Even Outdoors
The number of positive COVID-19 cases has been rising exponentially since re-opening. Florida is one of the epicenters of the rise, logging some of the most significant numbers in the country. According to the Florida Department of Health on July 1, 9558 new cases were reported. This was a 31% rise over the day before, […]
The New Normal Post COVID-19
In a matter of just a few weeks, the coronavirus pandemic has fundamentally changed the world and profoundly altered the life of us in the United States. Right now, more people are getting sick and more people are dying, and it might even get worse in the following days or weeks. However, it is not […]
The Smile Behind Sunshine Chiropractic Center
Tucked away in a shopping plaza off of Andrews Ave is Sunshine Chiropractic Center. It stands out from the other establishments in the plaza because of its welcoming entrance. But the sunshine only really hits you and you begin to feel its warmth after you walk inside. Responsible for that warm feeling is the smile […]
Latest COVID-19 Numbers in Oakland Park
Today Oakland Park began Phase 1 of re-opening. The sentiment regarding the re-opening among residents was mixed. Reactions ranged from downright indignant to elation. One group member, Stuart Taft, offered the group a more balanced perspective from which to consider the re-opening. In his post Taft said: “If it’s too soon to reopen, then when […]
Oakland Park Urges The Use of Face Masks
If you gone out to complete essential tasks like grocery shopping it is clear that not everyone is taking the threat of the coronavirus seriously. Many don’t wear face masks or gloves or take any type of precaution. Unfortunately many of those not taking precautions are personnel working in grocery stores and other essential businesses. […]
Upful Blends: Tea with Intention
Upful Blends is slated to open its doors in late April or early May. Located at 1676 E Oakland Park Blvd, the storefront will have a small seating area for consuming and purchasing natural herbal teas, as well as a new line of lotions and beauty products blessed by shamans. But owner Chantel Robertson’s mission […]
Oakland Park Issues Safer at Home Emergency Order 2020-03
Today Oakland Park Mayor Matthew Sparks signed the Safer At Home Emergency Order 2020-03. The order states: As of today, the City of Oakland Park is aware of confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its jurisdictional boundaries. To limit the potential community spread of COVID-19, it is now necessary for the City of Oakland Park to […]
Mental Wellness and Self Care While Under COVID-19 Quarantine
With the ever evolving situation of the novel Coronavirus, it can be hard to feel any sense of security, safety or wellbeing. This is a time filled with fear and worry for our loved ones, the world and our future. As someone who regularly manages depression and anxiety, I know first hand how hard this […]
Oakland Park Mayor Declares State of Emergency Over the Coronavirus
Just after 12:00 PM today Oakland Park Mayor declared a state of emergency and postponing various City events. Postponed events include the Local Government Academy Graduation scheduled for tomorrow (Thursday March 12), the Annual Youth Day Parade, and Big Reveal Community Dinner, in which the City was going to share the new plans for the […]
Loneliness: An Epidemic of Deadly Proportions
Humans beings need each other. This is a concept that was true in the past, is true today and will remain true in the future. Ghengis Khan was sentenced to die when he, his mother and brother were kicked out of their tribe. The tribe believed that exposure and not having others to depend on […]
