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School supplies drive underway
Back to school shopping is underway, but some children will head back to the classroom without much-needed, basic supplies. To help make sure all children are prepared for success, the City is collecting school supplies for economically disadvantaged children in the community.

August 2nd, 2011 | Posted in Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news,Schools | Read More »

Coral Springs offers Amnesty Period for First-Time Business Tax Receipt Applicants

When the Coral Springs City Commission approved the Coral Springs Business Plan for the period October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011, the plan included a business initiative for an amnesty period for first-time business tax receipt applicants who have never obtained a business tax receipt and were in business in Coral Springs prior to [...]

June 19th, 2011 | Posted in Broward County,Business,Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

Vice Mayor of Coral Springs serves on Energy, Environmental Committee

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Vice Mayor Claudette Bruck of Coral Springs was selected to serve on the 2011 Energy and Environmental Quality Legislative Policy Committee for the Florida League of Cities, Inc. This committee addresses policies specific to municipal concerns with coastal management, energy, environmental permitting, hazardous and toxic wastes, recycling, solid waste collection and disposal, storm water, wastewater treatment [...]

January 4th, 2011 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Emerging Green,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

ProLogis leases 73,000 square feet in Coral Springs

Shoreline Aerospace, a distributor of aero systems for defense and commercial purposes, recently leased approximately 73,000 square feet of office and distribution warehouse space at ProLogis Park Sawgrass Building One in Coral Springs. The newly built, LEED Silver certified distribution center is now fully leased and Shoreline Aerospace is expected to move in early January [...]

January 3rd, 2011 | Posted in Business,Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

FREE Event in Coral Springs: 10th Annual Health & Wellness Seminar

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Is your New Year’s resolution to live a healthier, more balanced and fulfilled life? Then you’re in luck! Tunies, natural grocery and vitamin super center, is hosting the “10th Annual Health & Wellness Seminar” on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at the Coral Springs Center for the Performing Arts. This FREE event will feature three dynamic [...]

January 3rd, 2011 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Events | Read More »

Coral Springs firefighters bring a merry Christmas to local kids

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Christmas Eve morning 2010 is a day that a handful of Coral Springs kids will not soon forget. The morning was filled with surprises as fire trucks pulled into several neighborhoods bearing gifts for kids. The trucks were filled to capacity with toys that had been donated by local businesses, firefighters and their families, and [...]

December 27th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Featured,Holiday,Local news | Read More »

Holiday reading goes high tech at Broward libraries

The holidays are right around the corner, and everyone is busy filling out their holiday wish lists.  However, not everyone can afford that brand new paperback or hardcover novel, or a high-tech Kindle, Nook or Sony e-reader device filled with digital e-books. Fortunately, the Broward Libraries Division has begun a new E-Reader Expansion Program.  Now, [...]

December 13th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Deerfield Beach,Holiday,Latest news,Local news,Pembroke Pines,Weston | Read More »

Free Self-Defense Classes begin January 4

The Coral Springs Police Department is offering a self-defense program for women over the age of 13. RAD classes are free and are offered at the Coral Springs Public Safety Building. Upcoming classes will be held for four consecutive Tuesdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. starting January 4.

December 7th, 2010 | Posted in Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

Holiday news, events in Coral Springs

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A “Magical Holiday Parade” on December 15 The City’s annual Holiday Parade is set for Wednesday, December 15 at 7 p.m. and will feature decorated floats and other entries with a magic theme. The floats will proceed along Sample Road from Coral Springs Drive to City Hall. Traditionally, the parade draws thousands of spectators and [...]

December 6th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Culture,Events,Families,Holiday,Local news | Read More »

Santa arrives in a Coral Springs parade Nov.13

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Santa Claus will be sleighing into Coral Square Mall South Florida-style on Saturday, November 13 at 4 p.m. to usher in the holiday season. His arrival marks a fun-filled season of spectacular shopping and special events. The holly, jolly fellow will be perched atop Coral Springs Fire Department’s shiny red fire truck and will be [...]

November 7th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Events,Families,Holiday,Local news | Read More »

Two school boundary meetings Monday Nov. 8 and 15

Two meetings will be hosted by Broward County Public Schools to provide information and allow input on potential boundary changes for 2011-12. The Superintendent’s initial boundary recommendations, along with detailed scenario maps and rationales, will be presented and discussed. Community members are encouraged to provide input. The same materials will be discussed at both events. Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. [...]

November 7th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Fort Lauderdale,Local news,Plantation,Schools | Read More »

News briefs from Coral Springs

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Commission appoints new City Manager At a special meeting on Tuesday, October 26, the Coral Springs City Commission unanimously approved Erdal Donmez as the new City Manager effective November 1, 2010 through October 31, 2013. Current City Manager Michael Levinson will retire from his position effective October 31, 2010. “Tonight, this Commission places its full [...]

November 4th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

ER Opens at Coral Springs Medical Center

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Residents of Coral Springs and the surrounding communities now have a new ER for their healthcare needs. Hospital employees, city officials and EMS from surrounding cities along with dignitaries and community members all recently joined together for the grand opening of the newly expanded ER at Broward Health Coral Springs Medical Center (CSMC). Attendees toured [...]

November 2nd, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Featured,Health,Local news | Read More »

Coral Springs names new city manager

At a special meeting on Tuesday, October 26, the Coral Springs City Commission unanimously approved Erdal Dönmez as the new City Manager effective November 1, 2010 through October 31, 2013. Current City Manager Michael Levinson will retire from his position effective October 31, 2010. “Tonight, this Commission places its full faith and trust in me [...]

October 29th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

Festival of the Flutes on Oct. 29 in Coral Springs

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Premier Networking Alliance’s 7th Annual Festival of the Flutes 2010, a gala Fall Costume Ball event, will be held on Friday, October 29, at 8 p.m. (6:30 for VIP) at the Coral Springs Heron Bay Marriott Hotel.  Proceeds will benefit Lauren’s Light, Coral Springs Community Chest and Drug-Free Youth in Town (DFYIT). The event will [...]

October 18th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Events,Local news,Non-profit organizations | Read More »

Radio Disney Brings “3 Minute Game” to Coral Square Mall

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Radio Disney will be hosting the popular “3 Minute Game Show” as seen on the Disney Channel at Coral Square Mall on Sunday, October 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. The trivia challenge, which will be held at Center Court, is a fast-paced, fun-filled game that is touring this fall at 35 malls owned by [...]

October 17th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Culture,Events,Families,Local news | Read More »

Mammo-Palooza at Broward Health this week

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In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Broward Health is urging women to get a mammogram during its second annual Mammo-Palooza week, starting Oct. 11. Broward Health expects to screen more than 1,200 women in just five days – that’s more than four times what the health system would normally screen during any given week. [...]

October 11th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Fort Lauderdale,Health,Weston | Read More »

Coral Springs hosting candidate forum Oct. 6

The public is encouraged to attend an upcoming Candidate Forum where they will have a chance to hear municipal, Florida Legislature and Broward County School Board District 4 candidates as they engage in a discussion at the Coral Springs Charter School Auditorium on Wednesday, October 6 at 7 p.m.  This free event is sponsored by [...]

October 4th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Elections,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

Coral Springs firefighters to wear pink

To recognize National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, members of the Coral Springs Fire Department will wear a special uniform during October. The uniform will feature pink medical gloves and a pink shirt with the ribbon located inside the Maltese cross as a symbol of support to our community and to any person affected by this disease. “Pink represents hope for all forms [...]

October 4th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Health,Latest news,Local news,Non-profit organizations | Read More »

Art briefs from Broward Cultural Division

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Museum of Discovery and Science is making community waves… Walmart partners with Museum of Discovery and Science to offer “$5 Days” admission on select days in 2010 and 2011. Visitors can explore hundreds of hands-on exhibits at the Museum for just $5 per person on Saturday, January 8 and June 4, 2011. From October 2, [...]

October 4th, 2010 | Posted in Art,Broward County,Coral Springs,Fort Lauderdale,Local news | Read More »

Halloween events in Broward 2010

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This is a work in progress, so check back regularly as events are added to this list! Email Halloween/Fall festival events to . Click here to enter our Halloween Costume Contest. Post your best pics of Halloweens past to win a four-pack of to the Halloween Festival at Snyder Park. Coconut Creek Halloween Business Expo [...]

September 20th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Dania,Davie,Deerfield Beach,Events,Fort Lauderdale,Holiday,Hollywood,Lauderdale Lakes,Lauderdale by the Sea,Lauderhill,Local news,Miami,Miramar,North Lauderdale,Oakland Park,Palm Beach,Parkland,Pembroke Park,Pembroke Pines,Plantation,Pompano Beach,Southwest Ranches,Sunrise,Tallahassee,Tamarac,West Park,Weston,cooper city,margate,wilton manors | Read More »

Broward gets $27 Million for neighborhoods Hard-hit by Foreclosure

U.S. Housing and Urban Development Deputy Secretary Ron Sims, left, and Broward County Mayor Ken Keechl.

Broward County received more than $27 million today to assist communities struggling to reverse the effects of the foreclosure crisis. U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Deputy Secretary Ron Sims announced the award at a news conference last Wednesday in Dania Beach. He said that Broward County would individually receive $5,457,535 and 13 Broward County [...]

September 13th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Davie,Deerfield Beach,Featured,Federal Government,Fort Lauderdale,Hollywood,Lauderhill,Local news,Miramar,Pembroke Pines,Plantation,Real Estate,margate | Read More »

Coral Springs holds first budget hearing September 13; taxes to increase slightly

Coral Springs will hold its first 2011 budget hearing on Monday, September 13 at 5:15 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 9551 West Sample Road. The hearing also will be televised on CityTV, Channel 25 on Advanced Cable Communications and Channel 99 on AT&T’s U-Verse. The purpose of this meeting is to review [...]

September 12th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Latest news,Local news | Read More »

Fugitive Teacher Captured On I-95, Faces Child Molestation Charges

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The felonious flight of a former St. Andrew’s Catholic School teacher charged with molesting a young student ended Friday on the side of a Virginia highway as he talked to a Broward Sheriff’s Office detective on the phone. BSO Special Victims Unit Det. Sylviane Wernath had convinced Miguel Leonardo Cala, 37, to turn himself in [...]

September 9th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Crime,Featured,Local news | Read More »

Several September 11 tribute ceremonies in Broward

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While the war in Iraq may be “officially” over as of August 10, this weekend many Americans will be waving flags. This Saturday is September 11, and the ninth anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center that killed over 3,000 people and shocked the United States. And if you aren’t waving a flag, [...]

August 29th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Events,Local news,Military | Read More »

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