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While most people toss the campaign mailers in their mailbox, I not only read them, I save most of them in a thick folder where I’ve kept them since 2000.
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Coral Springs Drive Cleanup Needs Students to Volunteer this Saturday
The City of Coral Springs is looking for volunteers to help clean up Coral Springs Drive between Riverside Drive to Atlantic Boulevard and Cypress Park to Royal Palm Boulevard on Saturday, April 28th from 9 am to 1 pm.
Superintendent Visits JP Taravella To Discuss Future of Broward Schools
Superintendent Robert Runcie spoke to the North Area Advisory Council at their monthly meeting held at JP Taravella High School.
Six months into his new role as Superintendent of Broward Schools, Runcie spoke to the council, which is comprised of parent representatives, principals and teachers………..
24th Annual National Day of Prayer at Coral Springs Charter School Cafeteria
A candlelight service and community gathering of shared prayer presented by the Coral Springs Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee and the Clergy Coalition of Coral Springs. Participants of all faiths come together for the evening ceremony. Bring your entire family for this inspiring time of community fellowship.
Fleeing Coral Springs Suspect Crashes Into Oncoming Traffic
A suspect from Coral Springs who fled from Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies in a stolen car remained in critical condition late Tuesday afternoon after he crashed into an oncoming vehicle in Pompano Beach.
Sixth Annual WorldFest Featured Fun, Food and Cultural Entertainment
The sixth Annual WorldFest featured an array of entertainment and foods from around the world. Held at the Sportsplex on April 15th, this event is presented by the Coral Springs Multicultural Advisory Committee.
If Allen West Asks for Directions: Point North
Even though former Lieutenant Colonial Allen West isn’t required to live in his own district to run for Congress, he fled to greener, or should I say “Redder” pastures to the north instead of battling it out on his home turf against Debbie Wasserman Schultz. .
First Annual Coral Springs Fire Academy Expo on May 5th
The Coral Springs Fire Academy is hosting its first annual Fire Academy Expo on Saturday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families and future firefighters will have an opportunity to tour the award-winning facility and learn just what it takes to be a Firefighter or EMT.
Sheriff Lamberti in Final Stretch To Get On The Ballot By Petition
With only two more weeks to obtain all 10,417 signatures necessary to get on the ballot by petition, drives like this one tonight at Wings Plus in Coral Springs are important for Lamberti and his volunteers.
School Board Choices in Coral Springs and Parkland Will Be a Tough Choice
The School Board race for District 4 will have a competitive season now that six candidates have filed to run in the open seat. More candidates have filed to run in District 4 race than for any other school board race in the county. There may seem to be a lot of candidates, however, during this time in 2010, there were seven candidates, with only six made it past qualifying.
Coral Springs Presents “Teen World” at WorldFest 2012 Sunday, April 15th
The City of Coral Springs is proud to present our Annual “WorldFest Celebration” hosted by the Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee. Is is a community festival intended to celebrate the various cultures in our rapidly growing diverse community. Free admission ($3 parking), foods from around the world, live music and dance presentations, amusements for the children, arts and crafts.
Sixth Annual Coral Springs CommuniTea
Join the Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee for a unique tea party. This Sixth Annual event will delight you with entertainment, and array of international teas and Tea Trivia with a multi-cultural flair.
Coral Springs Hosts the Fifth Annual Teen Political Forum
The City of Coral Springs hosted its fifth annual teen political forum which was open to all students at local Coral Springs schools. The event which was held at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts on April 2nd is a question and answer forum educate students on matters that are important to them. Read more….
Coral Springs Celebrates Earthfest 2012 April 14th at the Sandy Ridge Sanctuary
To celebrate Earth Day, the City is hosting its annual EarthFest celebration on Saturday, April 14 at Sandy Ridge Sanctuary from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cool BMX Bike Tricks by Coral Glades High School Student Josh Berrios
This video was shot at the Tamarac Skate park by Sunrise resident Austin Welker and features Josh Berrios on his BMX bike doing some pretty amazing tricks.
Josh Berrios is a sophomore at Coral Glades High School in Coral Springs and has been “BMXing” for four years.
Job Fair For New Family Entertainment Center Opening in Coconut Creek
Would you like a job working with children in a party atmosphere setting?
You say yes now, but how about when an army of children decide to pound you with their air cannons in the ball area of a children’s entertainment center?
Coral Park Elementary in Coral Springs Demonstrates a New Inclusion Program for Broward County Schools
An inclusion program called “Play Pal” is set to start in the fall in Broward County schools. The program, which was first implemented ten years ago at one of the schools, was first started by a autism coach. The video is a demonstration of this program which was filmed at Coral Park Elementary School in Coral Springs, Florida.
Coral Springs Festival of the Arts Sees Green as the Economy Starts Picking Up
Not only were people wearing green in the spirit of St Patrick’s Day, but they were spending it as well, in what may have been the best year for the Coral Springs Festival of the Arts as more people bought arts and crafts than ever before.
Coral Springs Senior Open Will Host Second Event at Eagle Trace
The Coral Springs Senior Open will be hosting their second event at the Tournament Players Club at Eagle Trace from April 1st through April 5th 2012.
Missing Coral Springs Woman Maria Claudia Murphy Last Seen Walking on Sample Road
Maria Claudia Murphy of Coral Springs has been since March 16th when she went missing after making a deposit on University Drive.
Caroline Kennedy Packs the House for “Women for Obama” Event in Broward
In her first campaign appearance for President Obama this election, Caroline Kennedy made a stop
Sunrise Teen on Skateboard Dies After Being Struck by Car in Tamarac Saturday Night
A 14-year-old Sunrise boy was struck and killed while riding his skateboard in Tamarac late Saturday night.
Story Time with the Sheriff at Barnes & Noble March 24th
Join Crimestoppers and Sheriff Al Lamberti as he reads, “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” to our youngest citizens at Barnes & Noble on Saturday, March 24th between 11 am – 2 pm. Please be there promptly as the Sheriff will be reading at 11 am.
Leprechaun Spotted on University Drive on St Patrick’s Day
Party City of Coral Springs wanted to remind passing motorists that today is St Patricks Day by having one lucky employee wear a head-turning costume.
Experience a Lifetime of Unconditional Love. Adopt a Pet from the Humane Society Today
Want to experience a lifetime of unconditional love and affection? Adopt one of these wonderful pets right now at the Broward County Humane Society.
Just Say No to Plastic Bags
It’s so hard to resist those small plastic bags. Store clerks mindlessly fill them with one or two items, and they can’t help but double or triple bag them as they have become so flimsy. Take a look at people walking out of the grocery store, you will see nothing but a shopping cart full of 10-20 of these.
Spaces Are Limited for the Humane Society of Broward County’s PetPals Summer Camp
Tails are waggin’ at the Humane Society of Broward County in anticipation of PetPals Summer Camp 2012! We have TONS of fun new activities, games and programs planned. If you like spending time with animals and learning about them, this is the camp for you!
Coral Glades Student and Golfer Carly Goldstein Interviewed on Sirius Radio’s PGA Tour Network with Peter Kessler
Coral Springs Resident Carly Goldstein, 16, was interviewed on the Sirius Radio program “Making The Turn” on March 8th along with her father, Golf Instructor Barry Goldstein. Carly, who is a Junior at Coral Glades High School, is an up-and-coming golfer who is being heavily recruited by colleges at this time. Her father Barry was voted as one of the “Top 25 Golf Instructors.
Coral Springs Festival of the Arts at the Walk on March 17 and 18
Come and enjoy this fantastic weekend of art, culture and entertainment! The 8th Annual Festival Of The Arts will highlight some of America’s finest artisans and contemporary crafters. There will also be exciting performing arts events including fine dance, theatrical, and literary presentations.
2012 Best and Worst City Websites in Broward County
Just about every city in Broward County has an official website. The city website is a great source of information that saves them time and money by having important information available all in one place so residents can access it easily without contacting their staff. This website may be the first place a potential resident may go to find out more information about the city that they they are moving to or it may be the first place a business goes to find information about the city, or to bid on future projects.