Local Press Releases

Free Flights For Veterans on Veteran’s Day

The Good News
5 Nov 2015
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Paul Kramer’s Learn to Fly Center is grateful for the service of our Veterans. As a token of their gratitude, PKLTFC invites Veterans to “come fly WITH us, ON us” during Veteran’s Day. On November 11th from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Veterans will be treated to a first flight lesson in one of our exceptionally well-maintained Cessna 172’s or Piper Warrior completely free of charge. Flights normally cost $195/hr plus fuel, with instructor. There will be a stand down at 11 a.m. for a moment of silence in respectful remembrance of those who gave all. Veterans will be flown by the […]

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School Children Can Enter First Tobacco Free Art Exhibit

The Good News
7 Oct 2015
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The Tobacco Free Partnership of Broward County is organizing its first Tobacco Free Art Exhibit.  Its purpose is to promote tobacco free beaches and parks in Broward County. The artwork will be produced by the youth of Broward County, ages 5 – 18.   School age children of Broward County have until October 31, 2015 to submit their entry, which will be voted on during the month of November to determine which pieces will be exhibited.  Once voting has been completed, those deemed eligible will be invited to display their artwork as part of the Tobacco Free Art Exhibit.  Participation guidelines […]

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DOH-BROWARD EARNS NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH AWARDS

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9 Jul 2015
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The Florida Department of Health in Broward County(DOH-Broward) is pleased to receive the Large Local Health Department of the Year award by the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) at the 2015 Annual Conference. The award recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of small, medium and large local health departments for their innovation, creativity and impact on their community. “We are proud to receive NACCHO’s Local Health Department of the Year Award,” said Paula Thaqi, M.D., M.P.H, director of the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. “The award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of […]

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School Supplies Drive Starts for Big Brothers Big Sisters

The Good News
16 Jun 2015
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For the price of one lunch, you can help a child for an entire year. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County is collecting school supplies for the children in our programs. The goal is to provide 400 elementary, middle and high school children with a backpack filled with age-appropriate supplies that will last them throughout the school year. Items needed include backpacks, binders, calculators, colored pencils, compasses, composition books, crayons, erasers, glue sticks, high lighters, index cards, loose leaf papers, markers, notebooks, pencil cases, pencils, pencil sharpeners, pens, pockets folders, protractors, rulers, safety scissors, spiral notebooks, tissues. We invite […]

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Hoffman’s Chocolates Celebrates Grand Opening in Plantation

The Good News
11 May 2015
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In honor of their new location in The Fountains shopping center, Hoffman’s Chocolates will be hosting a celebration highlighted by family-friendly activities, product sampling and prizes on Saturday, May 30 at 11 a.m.   The morning kicks off with a ribbon cutting with elected officials including Councilwoman Lynn Stoner and Hoffman’s Chocolates executives. Attendees will have a blast with tunes spun by DJ Bruce “Boomer” Woliver and DJ Josh Rose, balloon animals, face painting, a Chocolate Fountain, giveaways and live performances by character education music group, The Achievables!   Free samples of Hoffman’s Chocolates favorites include gourmet, double-dipped Chocolate Covered […]

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The King’s Academy Launches Broadcasting Studio

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2 Feb 2015
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The King’s Academy recently announced the launch of Studio 70, a state-of-the-art broadcasting studio. The addition of Media Studies and Broadcast Journalism will give students in grades 9-12 the opportunity to engage in every aspect of television and sound production whether their interest is to be in front of or behind the camera. “Media is the number one influence on our society. The question is not if media will influence you but how media will influence you? Through the new Digital Arts Department The King’s Academy will be training the next generation of content creators to influence their world, shining […]

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Broward County Provides Senior Touchline

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1 Feb 2015
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Senior Touchline

Senior citizens living alone can be a little safer in Broward County due to a new touchline service. The Broward Country Sherriff’s Department seeks to ensure that they are doing everything they can for our county’s seniors while honoring and respecting their independence. In September 2013, BSO partnered with the Broward 2-1-1 Senior Touchline program. The Broward 2-1-1 Senior Touchline is saving lives by providing a free daily wellness telephone call to seniors age 60 and over who live alone in Broward County. The daily wellness call provides a safeguard for Broward seniors as well as social interaction. The 2-1-1 […]

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93 Florida Vets join 1,200 Vets Nationwide in 7-Eleven’s Franchise Giveaway Contest

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12 Jan 2015
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93 Florida Vets join the more than 1,200 Vets Nationwide in 7-Eleven’s Franchise Giveaway Contest Enlistment has been brisk for Operation: Take Command, 7-Eleven, Inc.’s first franchise giveaway contest targeted exclusively to U.S. military veterans. With the Jan. 25 deadline less than two weeks away, more than 1,200 veterans have completed the contest application, exceeding company expectations for the first-time promotion. The winner will receive a waiver of the franchise fee, valued at up to $190,000, to franchise any of the company’s 7-Eleven® convenience stores available in the continental U.S. at the contest’s culmination. Interested veterans, who are first-time 7-Eleven […]

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Residents Can Now Test and Secure Amplified Phones at No Cost

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12 Dec 2014
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Broward County, Florida – Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI), the non-profit distributor of specialized telecommunications equipment for people with hearing loss and speech disabilities, and Broward County audiologists announced a new partnership aimed at educating Florida residents about hearing loss solutions and resources available throughout the state. As part of FTRI’s #KeepFloridaConected campaign, Broward County residents can test a new home phone that amplifies incoming sounds up to 50 decibels at area audiologist’s office. Designed specifically for people with hearing loss, residents who qualify for the FTRI program can secure the phone at no cost. FTRI is making this testing […]

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“Dueling Toy Drive” to Cheer Kids with Special Needs

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11 Dec 2014
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During the 11th annual “Dueling Toy Drive,” KOOL 105.5’s The Mo & Sally Morning Show will encourage listeners to donate new, unwrapped toys on Saturday, December 13 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. to benefit Children’s Medical Services, a local organization with programs and services for children with special needs and their families. The Mo & Sally Morning Show, the longest running morning radio show in West Palm Beach, will broadcast live from three remote locations in the community: Mo will be located at the Super Wal-Mart in Delray Beach near Military Trial; Sally will broadcast from the Wal-Mart on […]

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