The men and women of the Broward Sheriff’s Office are committed to keeping Broward County residents and visitors safe this holiday season and throughout the year. Following some simple safety tips will help keep you and your family safe. Too often, opportunistic criminals prey on holiday shoppers. While you are out making your purchases, stay alert. Remember to park your car in a well-lit area and secure valuables inside your trunk or take them with you. When you return to your vehicle, have your keys in hand so that you can quickly unlock the door and get in. You should […]

Brian and Victor know how it feels to be battered, frightened, and alone – and their heart-wrenching story is repeated every day here in South Florida. The brothers came from a family broken by alcohol, abuse and drugs. At the ages of nine and ten, they were removed from the only family they knew and placed into foster care. As the years passed, Brian and Victor moved from one foster home to another to another. Then, as each turned eighteen and “aged out” of the system, they managed to pull together their meager resources and move into a small room […]

On December 15 the lights, sounds and joys of Christmas will fill the air as Expressions of Joy (EOJ) Productions* hosts the sixth annual “Christmas Near the Beach.” The event will run from 5:30-9:30 p.m. and, this year, is being held at the Arts Park located inside Young Circle of Hollywood. This event is held to bring the South Florida community together to celebrate the wonder of Christmas through music and dance. Tom Walker, President of EOJ, emphasizes “We will have the opportunity to present dozens of artists to the South Florida stage in a single event celebrating one of […]

Each holiday season, there are no shortage of ways to lend a helping hand to those in need both at home and abroad. Here are a few great ways to give back in Jesus’ name this year. Urban Youth Impact Christmas Store urbanyouthimpact.com/events/community-events/christmas-store Last year, Urban Youth Impact’s Christmas Store gave away 7,800 toys to over 600 Palm Beach County families and 2,000 children, provided 800 bags of groceries, fed lunch to 1,700 people and distributed 2,000 items of clothing. As the goal is to serve even more children and families this year, volunteers, corporate sponsors and donations are needed. […]

Whether you are a South Florida native or are brand new to the area, a fresh idea for a date, a day of fun with the family, or a great place to grab a bite are always welcome. This month, we have compiled a list of our favorite places to go and things to do. Food Here are some of the best restaurants unique to South Florida. If you’re in search of something new to sink your teeth into, we’ve got you covered! Breakfast Old Fort Lauderdale Breakfast House 333 Himmarshee Street Fort Lauderdale o-bhouse.com Price: $$ With breakfast served […]

Anne Bosworth TIU-Florida Staff Writer It’s about community. It’s about housing. It’s about HOPE. It’s about what people like Eddie Copeland are doing in the South Florida community. Eddie and his wife Sarah recently moved to South Florida so that Eddie could become a full-time graduate student at Trinity International University – Florida, as well as a full-time employee at HOPE South Florida (formerly The Shepherd’s Way). Eddie became the program manager of HSF’s emergency overflow shelter program; ironically called “Faith-In-Action,” as Eddie had a strong desire to put the gospel into practice. He says of his efforts, “All I […]