Broward County Transit (BCT) has scheduled a series of public meetings to gather input on future service plans. These community meetings represent one of the three phases of the Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA), a comprehensive study and evaluation of BCT service operations. The three phases consists of service assessment, service evaluation and public participation. The [...]
The Broward County Emergency Management Division will host training classes for SKYWARN Storm Spotters on Saturday, November 21, at the Broward County Emergency Operations Center, 201 N.W. 84th Avenue in Plantation. The class is intended for those interested in becoming a Storm Spotter or those who are spotters and want to sharpen their skills. Classes [...]
Broward County Libraries Division Outreach Services will present a series of seminars on applying for public assistance, such as food stamps, Medicaid, and temporary cash. The programs will offer residents the opportunity to speak directly to representatives from public and private organizations that can provide help and assistance during these troubled economic times. The seminar [...]
Broward Teachers Union leaders request district officials investigate and make public all details concerning a district contractor’s fund-raising event for School Board Member Ann Murray in late August before the school board votes Tuesday to approve a million dollar contract for the company. Broward schools continue to be the subject of a federal corruption probe [...]
CLICK HERE FOR 2010 Coconut Creek GHOSTS AND GOBLINS FAMILY FUN NIGHT Fern Forest Nature Center For ages 2 to 11 accompanied by an adult 6 to 8 p.m. , Oct. 30 Free (nominal fee for crafts and photographs). Activities include a costume contest, games and prizes, arts and crafts (nominal fee), photos in the [...]
Tour the “Our Backyard Museum,” a private antique collection of Americana from Civil War through World War II. On Saturday night, the Big Bike Riders Children’s Foundation of Florida is hosting the 2nd Annual Celebration of Smiles Party on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. The event at Our Backyard Museum (www.ourbackyardmuseum.com) is expected [...]
On Monday, Oct 5, Congressman Ron Klein (FL-22) will present South Plantation High’s nationally recognized energy program with a Congressional Recognition Award. He will honor students for their energy efficient efforts and proactive approach toward the environment. Congressman Klein also will tour South Plantation High’s Environmental Science Magnet program and meet with students about their [...]
The Broward Sheriff’s Office, Florida Highway Patrol and numerous police agencies from Broward County are approaching the one year mark of Operation “BAD” (Blitz on Aggressive Drivers) with continued operations on Tuesday, September 29th from 5 – 10 p.m. They will concentrate on streets in the city of Plantation and Interstate 95 throughout Broward County. [...]
A 29-year law enforcement veteran died Tuesday, September 1st, following a battle with cancer. Wesley Davison, 55, started his law enforcement career with the Dania Police Department on May 1, 1980 and graduated from the 83rd Police Academy. Wes joined the BSO family on October 1, 1988 when Dania Beach merged with BSO. Wes remained [...]
Have you ever wondered what goes on at the Broward County Emergency Operations Center during a hurricane or other natural or man-made disaster? Broward County residents will have the opportunity to witness a simulated activation exercise and see first-hand how County Government responds in an emergency at the County’s Fourth Annual Hurricane Expo and Open [...]
