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Homestead Moves Forward With Negotiations for $8.9 Million Harris Field Project
The Homestead City Council has directed the city manager to negotiate a full contract with VSGS Facilities, known as Sports Performance Hub, following a workshop discussion about proposed improvements to Harris Field Park. The proposal calls for approximately $8.9 million in privately funded improvements to the stadium and two training fields. Planned improvements include synthetic turf, lighting, seating, locker rooms, restrooms, concessions and other amenities.
$67 Million Aviation Campus Coming to Miami Executive Airport
A new private aviation campus is coming to Miami-Dade County following an early October groundbreaking at Miami Executive Airport. Ocean Aviation, supported by Kennedy Lewis Investment Management, has begun work on a development representing a $67 million capital commitment.
Tamarac Residents Vent Anger Over Loud Music and Late-Night Crowds at Red Road Concert
10 14Shares Tamarac residents are angry about how the Red Road concert took place on October 9 and took to the commission meeting to vent their frustration over the noise it caused until 2 a.m. The music-oriented event took place that evening at the Tamarac Village Amphitheater and was led by Vice Mayor Marlon Bolton, who commemorated his ten years on the commission.
Coral Springs High School’s Marcus Gentilhomme Dominates Again to Win City Championship
2 6Shares Marcus Gentilhomme of the Coral Springs High School Cross Country Team. {Matt Rothman} At the start of the cross-country run at Tradewinds Park, Coral Springs High School’s Marcus Gentilhomme said his shins hurt. “My legs were sore, but I decided I would just go out and win the race, and I did. I felt good about winning the race, and I am looking forward to the upcoming district competition,” said Gentilhomme.
Coral Springs Charter Swimmers Capture 3 Titles as Both Teams Finish Fourth at BCAA Championships
4 8Shares {Coral Springs Charter Swim.} The Coral Springs Charter boys’ and girls’ swim teams both earned fourth place at the Broward County Athletic Association (BCAA) Championship Meet in Plantation on October 10. Brian Hamilton of Charter won the 50 freestyle and placed third in the 100 freestyle. John Albornoz of Charter won first place in the 100 breaststroke and placed second in the 200 individual medley (IM).
Parkland Dash Brings Families to the Finish Line for a Good Cause
4 11Shares Bijou Kaye, Greg Tyshynski, Dana Lynn Kaye. For Greg Tyshynski, the Parkland Dash on the morning of October 11 was a family activity. He earned second place overall in the male division for the 5K, and his wife, Dana Lynn Kaye, operated a booth for her company, Devotion Nutrition, one of the run’s sponsors. Their daughter, Bijou Kaye, age 14, participated in the 5K run. The family lives in Parkland. “This run was a lot of fun, and I was happy to win second place.
Coral Springs Museum of Art Welcomes Community to its New Location
1 19Shares Coral Springs Museum of Art {Coral Springs Talk} The Coral Springs Museum of Art celebrated its move from 2855 Coral Springs Drive to its new Downtown Coral Springs location at the intersection of University Drive and Sample Road in the Modera complex with a series of events. The museum held a private opening event for city leaders on October 8 and a larger community event on the evening of October 9.
Marcus Gentilhomme Leads Coral Springs-Area Boys at BCAA Cross-Country Championships
2 5Shares Marcus Gentilhomme, top Coral Springs runner. {David Volz} Marcus Gentilhomme, Coral Springs High School’s leading cross-country runner, led all Coral Springs-area boys at the Broward County Athletic Association (BCAA) Championship Meet at Markham Park on October 9. He finished in seventh place. “I ran well today, but it was a hard run,” he said. Jahree Pierre of J. P. Taravella finished 13th, Fabio Castillo of Coral Glades came in 18th, and Giovanni Guevara of Coral Glades finished 24th.
Paris Baguette Celebrates Grand Opening in Coral Springs
2 6Shares Ribbon-Cutting ceremony for Paris Baguette {David Volz} A new neighborhood bakery café offering pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and various coffees in the Modera complex is open. Paris Baguette celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting event hosted by the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber on October 8. City commissioners and business leaders attended and sampled some of the restaurant’s cakes and pastries.
Coral Springs Moves to Ban Crypto ATMs to Curb Scams Targeting Residents
2 5Shares Scammers are always looking for a target, and one of the latest ones involves virtual currency kiosks. At the October 7 meeting, the commission approved, on first reading, an ordinance titled “Convertible Virtual Currency Kiosks” to prohibit these kiosks in certain places. The city’s code compliance department, not the police department, will enforce the ordinance. The ordinance prohibits operating convertible virtual currency kiosks, also known as crypto ATMs, within Coral Springs.
Homestead Council Moves Holiday Plans Forward, Updates Vehicle Enforcement
The Homestead City Council approved several measures during its Oct. 6 meeting, including funding for the city’s holiday celebration, changes to abandoned vehicle enforcement and a new law enforcement information-sharing agreement. The Council approved a holiday proposal from Rileighs Outdoor, doing business as Christmas Designers Florida, for outdoor decorations in an amount not to exceed $174,783.
Homestead High Students Explore Building Trades, Cosmetology and Theater
Homestead Senior High School students are developing skills in construction, exploring cosmetology careers and preparing for theater performances through programs that offer hands-on learning. Andy Fernandez, the school’s new building trades and construction teacher, wants to share his enthusiasm for the field while helping students prepare for opportunities after graduation. His beginning students are learning to use bandsaws and other tools to create projects from wood.
Miami-Dade Commission Approves Public Transportation Fare Increase
Miami-Dade and South Dade residents will soon see changes to public transportation service as the county restores bus service for thousands of riders, including late-evening service on several major routes. The Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works announced the restoration following the Board of County Commissioners’ approval of an increase in the standard Metrobus and Metrorail fare from $2.25 to $2.75.
City Manager and City Attorney Receive High Marks from Coral Springs Commission
4 6Shares City Manager Catherine Givens and City Attorney John Hearn. The professionals who lead Coral Springs’ day-to-day operations received stellar reviews from commissioners in their annual evaluations on October 7. City manager Catherine Givens received an “exceeds expectations” review. The commissioners praised her for leading the city through the death of Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen and other challenging situations.
Coral Springs Charter Girls’ Bowling Team Wins County Championship
2 13Shares Coral Springs Charter Girls bowling team. {David Volz} The Coral Springs Charter Girls Bowling team won the Broward County Athletic Association (BCAA) championship at Strikers on October 6. Coach Greg Mason said he was proud of the team and its third consecutive county championship. Mason said Cameron Thiele, Gensen Courtney, Faith Tucker, and Jazmyn Chung performed very well. “The whole team bowled exceptionally, and they have done well all season,” said Mason.
Origins Café Brings Jamaica’s Blue Mountain Coffee and Freshly Roasted Flavor to Tamarac
5 12Shares Elenor Shim, manager. David Levy, owner, and Melina Ramirez, barista. {David Volz} Origins Café opened in Tamarac on October 5. The new café and micro-roastery will serve Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee and will also offer coffee from Africa, Asia, and South America, according to owner David Levy. “We will offer freshly roasted Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee, which is some of the world’s best coffee and is grown at 5,000 feet above sea level in the mountains.
J.P. Taravella’s Top Girl and Boy Wrestlers Win Three Pre-Season Tournaments
2 9Shares Arheanna Bryan and Jelani Cruickshank {David Volz} Arheanna Bryan is proving she deserves to be Florida’s No. 1-ranked 190-pound female wrestler. On October 4, Bryan, a senior and the captain of the Taravella girls’ wrestling team, earned first place in the 190-pound weight class at the Somerset Juggernaut Wrestling Tournament at Somerset Academy High School in Pembroke Pines. She competed against some of the region’s most talented wrestlers, according to her coach, Michael Bazos.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Girls’ JROTC Team Prepares for National Competition in Kentucky
7 4Shares Mark Anders, Reagan Anders, Samantha Tye. {David Volz} The Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) High School Girls’ JROTC team is preparing to travel to a national JROTC Raiders competition in Fort Knox, Kentucky, in late October. “The girls’ team has done very well in local competitions, and we are looking forward to competing against the female JROTC programs from other states,” said Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Mark Anders, Senior Army Instructor for the Army JROTC program.
Homestead Council Approves Seminole Theatre Agreement, Harris Field Roof Project and Family Services Grant
The Homestead City Council recently approved several measures involving the Seminole Theatre, Harris Field and funding for family and neighborhood support services in South Dade. The Council approved an agreement with Pinnacle Venue Services for the management and operation of the Seminole Theatre. The Seminole Theatre Management Agreement was initially presented to the Council on Oct. 22, 2025, when members provided direction regarding the agreement’s termination provisions.
South Dade Robotics Team Competes in Large Tournament
The South Dade Senior High School Buccaneer Robotics team earned some recognition at the Space Coast Showdown in Titusville. The Bucs won the Team Spirit Award and qualified for the playoffs. They competed among 28 teams from around Florida in a FIRST Robotics competition. It was considered an offseason competition for the Bucs and gave the team a chance to give new drivers and members experience. “We made it into the playoffs and won some matches. We had to deal with some issues with the robot.
Island Vibes Shakes Up Coral Springs With Teas, Refreshers and Protein Drinks
2 4Shares On the right is owner Sean Leya with his friend Steven Edmondson. {Island Vibes} Ava Schwartz loves the various teas, coffees, and shakes Island Vibes Refreshments sells. “I love our protein shakes, and all our drinks are nutritious. My favorite drink is the Dixie Darlin,” said Schwartz, a barista. Island Vibes offers loaded teas, energizing refreshers, protein shakes, and healthy drinks made with quality ingredients.
High School Swim Teams Compete in Inaugural City Championship
1 3Shares High Schools in Coral Springs Compete in City Championship. {Matt Rothman} The high school swim teams from Coral Springs and Parkland met for a championship meet at the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex on September 30. The coaches of the participating teams were proud of their swimmers’ efforts this season and said they are looking forward to the upcoming county and district competitions.
Icon Realty Celebrates Grand Opening in Coral Springs
1 0Shares Ribbon-cutting ceremony for Icon Realty in Coral Springs. {David Volz} Broker and Owner Michael Longo is excited about his new Icon Realty Office in Coral Springs. On September 29, Icon Realty celebrated its grand opening and ribbon-cutting, hosted by the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce and attended by business and community leaders, including Mayor Scott Brook. “We focus on luxury residential real estate, but we work with all types of homes.
Tamarac Seeks County Funding to Add Weekend Shuttle Service
4 3Shares Community shuttle in Tamarac. {City of Tamarac} Tamarac residents may have an expanded community shuttle service. At the September 23 meeting, the commission approved a resolution to submit two applications to Broward County for Fiscal Year 2028 community shuttle funding to expand the city’s existing community shuttle service and accept the funding. The city manager will execute the resulting interlocal agreement.
Eagle Regiment Student Leaders Succeed in the Classroom and on the Field
6 5Shares Eagle Regiment band captains Mathieu Etienne and Kayla Adams. {David Volz} Kayla Adams is passionate about music and leadership in the Eagle Regiment at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. A flute player, Adams serves as a band captain and section leader. “I have worked my way up in the marching band and love being a part of the Eagle Regiment.
Tamarac Approves $228 Million Budget After Demanding Additional Spending Cuts
2 16Shares Tamarac City Hall. {City of Tamarac} The Tamarac Commission finalized the millage rate and budget during a meeting on September 23. The budget had been decreased before the meeting, and the commission did not pass it in the first round. The commission took a break and asked the city manager and his team to bring back an additional decrease. They came back with a 3 percent decrease, according to Mayor Michelle J. Gomez.
Miami-Dade Commission Approves County Budget
Miami-Dade residents will see more money directed toward public transportation, public safety and community services under the county’s newly adopted 2026-27 budget. The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners approved the fiscal year budget while keeping the county’s operating property tax rate flat. Homeowners, however, could still see higher tax bills if the taxable value of their property has increased.
Coral Springs Explores New Charter School Campus for Up to 2,400 Students
3 14Shares Coral Springs Charter School The Coral Springs commission discussed developing Coral Springs Charter School at its September 23 meeting. City Attorney John Hearn shared the letter of intent from Charter Schools USA on the relocation, construction, and management of Charter with the commission.
Coral Springs Wins $366,000 in FEMA Grants for Fire Safety and Firefighter Training
1 12Shares {Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department} At the September 23 meeting, City Manager Catherine Givens announced the city has been awarded two FEMA grants to support fire prevention, firefighter training, and emergency preparedness. The first is a FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety grant, which provides $275,238.09 in federal funding, with a $13,761.91 city match, for a total project cost of $289,000.
Tamarac Approves $228 Million Budget With 30% Spending Cut
9 7Shares The Tamarac City Commission approved a roughly $228 million budget and finalized the city’s property tax rate during its Sept. 23 meeting, ending weeks of debate over municipal spending. Commissioners had previously rejected the proposed budget after several members raised concerns about excessive spending. They later met to negotiate an alternative that included a 30% reduction.
We Care Group Opens in Coral Springs With Focus on Lasting Patient Relationships
[caption id="attachment_62054" align="alignnone" width="800"] Ashley Diaz, Dr. Badar Sabeen, and Judeline Romeus. {David Volz}[/caption] Badar Sabeen, M.D., celebrated the opening of We Care Group and Associates in Coral Springs. The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce and city leaders welcomed We Care with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 23. Guests could see the practice and enjoy refreshments and fellowship.
Camila Castillo Wins Individual Title as Coral Springs Charter Claims Team Championship
4 12Shares Camila Castillo {David Volz} J.P. Taravella standout Camila Castillo raced to an individual title at the Northwest Area Cross Country Championships, while Coral Springs Charter captured the girls’ team championship. A leading runner on the J.P. Taravella High School girls’ cross country team, Castillo said she believed in herself and felt good about her performance.
Coral Springs Police Explorers Produce Student Leaders
3 8Shares Izzy Goodman and Jessica James lead the Coral Springs Police Explorers. {David Volz} Jessica James is a student leader at Coral Springs Charter School. As a captain of the Coral Springs Police Explorer Program, she helps lead explorers at city events. During 2025 and 2026, James, a senior, earned third place in the Police Explorers‘ physical agility competition.
Delgado Leads Coral Springs Charter Marching Band Into New Season
2 11Shares Lia Perez, Taylor Blue and Leah Delgado after a halftime show.{David Volz} Leah Delgado is passionate about music and loves leading the Coral Springs Charter marching band. She plays the mellophone and French horn and earned a superior rating in a state solo ensemble last year. Delgado is now the band’s drum major and is looking forward to upcoming competitions and performances. “I really love being in the band and leading the performances.
Jubilee Home Assisted Living of Coral Springs Celebrates Grand Opening
[caption id="attachment_61887" align="alignnone" width="800"] Jubilee Home Assisted Living of Coral Springs {David Volz}[/caption] Fedie Ovil wants to give seniors a chance to age in place in a pleasant residential home community. As the administrator of Jubilee Home Assisted Living of Coral Springs, Fedie and her husband, Guerlin, have created a living space for people who need individualized care that promotes independence and well-being.
Longtime Girl Scout Leader Honored by the City of Coral Springs
1 16Shares Mayor Scott Brook, Lorna Brown-Burton, and Commissioner Joshua Simmons. {David Volz} Lorna Brown-Burton was recognized during the September 15 commission meeting for her years of volunteer work with the Girl Scouts and for receiving the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida 2026 Lifetime Service Award. Mayor Scott Brook praised Brown-Burton for her years of community work and efforts to help young people. She was presented with a plaque.
Coral Springs Charter Girls’ Bowling Team Rolls to 51-2 Midseason Record
3 4Shares Members of the Coral Springs Charter Bowling Team. {David Volz} The Coral Springs Charter girls’ bowling team is doing well at mid-season. The girls’ team has a 51-2 record. The leading bowlers include Faith Tucker, Cameron Thiele, and Jazmyn Chung. The boys’ team is still developing, and Keenan Neita leads the team, according to coach Greg Mason. “Our girls’ team is good, and I believe we will have a winning season,” said Mason.
Forest Glen Families Rally to Save A-Rated School From Possible Closure
4 12Shares School board members Lori Alhadeff and Debra Hixon. {David Volz} Parents, educators, students and community leaders are joining forces to keep Forest Glen Middle School open as Broward County Public Schools considers closing the under-enrolled campus. Forest Glen is among several schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn has identified for possible closure as the district confronts declining enrollment.
Coral Springs Commission Sets Tentative Millage Rate and Budget
[caption id="attachment_30909" align="alignnone" width="1000"] {City of Coral Springs}[/caption] The Coral Springs Commission adopted the millage rate at its September 15 meeting. It adopted a resolution establishing a tentative operating millage rate of 6.0232 to balance the general fund for Fiscal Year 2026/2027, up 0.2745, or 4.77 percent, from the rolled-back rate.
Coral Springs Approves $149,691 Basketball Court Upgrade at Jaycee Park
2 15Shares Jaycee Park in Coral Springs {City of Coral Springs} Basketball players who want to practice their shooting techniques and compete will soon have an updated court. At the September 2 meeting, the commission awarded a $149,691 contract to Custom Pickleball Courts, doing business as Court Kingdom Sports Construction of Hollywood, to build a new basketball court for Jaycee Park.
Coral Springs Awards $149,691 Contract for New Basketball Court at Jaycee Park
1 6Shares Jaycee Park in Coral Springs {City of Coral Springs} Basketball players who want to practice their shooting techniques and compete will soon have a new court. During the September 2 meeting, the commission awarded a $149,691 contract for Jaycee Park Improvements to Custom Pickleball Courts, doing business as Court Kingdom Sports Construction of Hollywood. The work will include a new basketball court. City information says the project is funded through the capital budget.
Fastest Labs Opens in Coral Springs with Drug Screening Results in Minutes
2 4Shares Ribbon-cutting ceremony for Fastest Labs of Coral Springs {David Volz} Fastest Labs of Coral Springs is now open, offering drug screenings in minutes. It celebrated a grand opening on September 10 with a ribbon-cutting hosted by the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce, attended by community leaders. Michael Guerrier, the franchise’s owner-operator, said Fastest Labs can test a person within five minutes and send results to a potential employer within minutes.
Homestead Council Approves 6.0567 Millage Rate for Proposed 2026-27 Budget
The Homestead City Council approved a 6.0567 millage rate for the proposed 2026-27 fiscal year budget during its Sept. 8 meeting. The approved rate is higher than the current 5.9604 mills but remains below the maximum 6.3945-mill rate that appeared on Truth in Millage notices sent to property owners. The proposed budget also includes funding for five additional Homestead police officers, a request that contributed to the increase in the millage rate.
Coral Springs Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country Teams Compete at Tradewinds Park
3 7Shares Coral Springs Charter cross-country team. {David Volz} Coral Springs cross country teams are performing well early in the season. The Coral Springs Charter School girls’ team won first place, and Coral Glades High School girls took second place at a BCAA meet at Tradewinds Park on September 9. Charter’s Lily Richardson earned second place, Taylor Hartley took third place, and Sydney McDougall earned sixth place.
Coral Springs Approves Major Downtown Rezoning to Spur Redevelopment
1 4Shares Improvements may be coming to downtown Coral Springs. During the September 2 meeting, the commission passed on the final reading of an ordinance to approve the rezoning of about 58 acres of properties within the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) – a local activity center located west of Coral Hills Drive and south of NW 31st Court.
Banquet Hall for Major Corporate and Family Events Receives Approval
8 16Shares A new banquet hall is planned for Tamarac. During the August 26 meeting, the commission approved an order granting a special application for Duwbu Ballroom & Lounge located at 3104-3108 West Commercial Boulevard. This will allow the space to be used as a hall for hire, or “banquet hall,” in the mixed-use corridor of a shopping plaza. Mona Masse, owner of Duwbu Ballroom & Lounge, presented to the commission. She is leasing suites 3104 and 3108 in 2026 to begin operations.
Bravo Supermarket Celebrates Grand Opening in Tamarac
6 15Shares Bravo managers Michael Paulino and Xavier Taveras celebrate their new store. {David Volz} Bravo Supermarket held its grand opening on the morning of September 4 with a ribbon-cutting celebration attended by Tamarac community leaders. “Our focus is on service, and we are offering fresh produce and meat at a reasonable price,” said manager Michael Paulino.
Parents and Community Leaders Rally to Save Forest Glen Middle School
1 16Shares Forest Glen parents at Wings Plus in Coral Springs {David Volz} Parents and community leaders are organizing an effort to keep Forest Glen Middle School open as Broward County Public Schools considers closing the under-enrolled campus. Supporters plan to attend a community meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, at Coral Springs High School, where they will have an opportunity to share their concerns with School Board members.
South Dade Cities Prepare for September Budget Hearing
Local governments in Homestead, Cutler Bay and Florida City are moving toward September budget hearings as officials consider property-tax rates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Homestead residents could see a slightly higher property-tax rate under the city's latest budget proposal. During an Aug. 27 workshop, the Homestead City Council reviewed a proposed millage rate of 6.0567 mills.
Homestead Opens Negotiations on Major Harris Field Upgrades
Homestead is closer to seeing major improvements at Harris Field, including renovations to its football stadium and soccer fields. The Homestead City Council recently approved a resolution allowing the city manager to begin negotiations with VSGS Facilities over an unsolicited public-private partnership proposal for Harris Field Park. The property currently hosts home football games for Homestead and South Dade senior high schools, along with youth soccer and other community athletic programs.
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