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December 10, 2025
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Holiday Events in West Broward: Boat Parades, Concerts, and Seasonal Festivities: West Broward is set for a festive weekend with a variety of holiday-themed activities. Residents can look forward to boat parades, holiday concerts, ugly sweater gatherings, and seasonal craft bazaars. Notable events include performances by Lea Salonga at area venues and a fundraising concert by Nicole Henry in Miami Beach. These celebrations mark the beginning of a busy two weeks of local holiday events. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Dec 10)
December 6, 2025
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South Florida Chefs Share Their Favorite Fast-Food Picks in Broward Gatherings: A group of notable South Florida chefs regularly gathers at a Broward County restaurant for camaraderie and conversation. Organized by Eric San Pedro, co-owner of Palm Beach Meats, these meetings began after the pandemic as a way for friends in the culinary scene to reconnect. Attendees include bakers, pizza chefs, and food-truck operators from across the region. Their discussions span industry trends and, notably, their preferred fast-food indulgences. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Dec 6)
November 25, 2025
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Debate Over U.S. Military Involvement in Venezuela Divides South Florida Community: Venezuelan Americans around Miami, particularly in Doral, express uncertainty as discussions about possible U.S. military intervention in Venezuela become more frequent. The Trump administration has escalated actions against Venezuela, heightening tension with military exercises and a visible naval presence. Community conversations reflect a deep split, with no consensus on the best approach to the crisis in their homeland. The issue continues to dominate daily life among South Florida's Venezuelan diaspora. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Nov 24)
October 29, 2025
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Notable Gravesites in South Florida Highlight Legacies of Famous Residents: With Halloween and Day of the Dead approaching, attention is turning to South Florida cemeteries where notable individuals are buried. Among those laid to rest are musicians, celebrities from film and television, athletes, coaches, and figures who made headlines for various reasons. Jackie Gleason, famed comedian and entertainer, is among the most recognized, ranking highest among Florida celebrities people would wish to be buried near. The area contains several burial sites linked to distinguished public figures. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 25)
October 17, 2025
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Halloween Events for Adults Planned Across South Florida: A range of Halloween-themed activities for adults are scheduled throughout South Florida, including haunted houses, themed shows, bar crawls, and cemetery tours. Events are taking place in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties through the end of October. Attendees are advised to review event- (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 17)
October 4, 2025
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Large Burmese python found near Dadeland Mall raises concerns about suburban wildlife: A 14-foot Burmese python was spotted crossing a busy highway near Dadeland Mall in Pinecrest, prompting questions about the presence of these invasive snakes in suburban areas. The incident is one of several recent python sightings in developed parts of South Florida, including locations in Miami-Da (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 4)