COVID-19 Update
By: Kristen Hernandez Pompano Beach, FL — Pompano Beach residents are finally breathing a collective sigh of relief now that Covid-19 restrictions and mask mandates have relaxed. While mask wearing has become to some, the new normal, residents seem to be wearing them more as a sense of security rather than actual caution. Misinformation and […]
Graduates Doing Great Things: A Message from Blanche Ely Alum, Veda Coleman-Wright
In June, many high school seniors will graduate and go on to the next chapter of their lives. As students go further in their careers, it’s important to remember some of the graduates before them. In this installation of Graduates Doing Great Things, we have Veda Coleman-Wright, Public Information Officer for the Broward Sheriff’s Office. Coleman-Wright […]
Orphaned in the Pandemic: COVID-19’s Effect on Minority Families
COVID-19 is causing an increase in orphans, according to a study published this month in Pediatrics. More than 140,000 children or one in every 500 children under the age of 18 lost a parent, caregiving grandparent, or someone who provided daily care for the child from April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021. Further, 65% […]
Artificial Reefs to Help Better Pompano’s Beach
The waters of Pompano Beach are on the way to better health, thanks to a local coral reef renourishment plan. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the United States Army Corps of Engineers are spearheading a project to construct artificial coral reefs on Pompano Beach’s ocean floor to encourage habitat development suitable for natural […]
Summer Splash Operation: Improving Summer Traffic Enforcement
Be careful driving on the streets of Broward County, as Broward Sherriff officers are looking for drivers who are speeding and driving recklessly throughout the summer. The Summer Splash Operation targets speeders, aggressive drivers, and those who are impaired or distracted. This includes texting while driving. The campaign is over at the end of July. […]
Broward Sheriff’s Office’s Community Disposal Events Are Back
The Broward Sheriff’s Office will resume their popular Medicine Cabinet and Shred-a-Thon events this month. The events will allow BSO to further prevent drug abuse and identity theft in Broward County. “We’re proud to provide these free services to protect our community,” said Sherriff Tony Gregory. On July 17 at the Deerfield Fire Station #66, […]
Be Prepared: Hurricane Season
Hurricane season is here. From June 1 to November 30, all Broward County residents are encouraged to be ready for these dangerous storms. Forecasters predict that this year’s hurricane season has a 60% chance of being extremely active. Here’s a short guide to ensure you and your family can survive without power, refrigeration, and/or water […]
