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Shame in the Game

By Shellie Farrugia Minding my shopping list AND my business, I was enjoying a self-tour in the produce section of a local grocery store. The tomatoes were plump, the music…

A Hopeful Future for Youth Sports In Our Community

By Ashley Ferraro Youth sports are a huge part of the lives of many Parkland and Coral Springs residents. Whether you’ve had kids participate or you’ve been a participant yourself,…

Summer Plans For Parkland

By Mayor Christine Hunschofsky At the time of this writing, Broward County just allowed summer camps and sports activities to take place. If you are looking for a great activity…

Plan for Hurricane Season 2020

There is no doubt, sometime in the future, South Florida will be visited by another hurricane. Count on it. As Hurricane Season began on June 1 and ends November 30,…

Seeing & Making the Difference!

There are thousands of underprivileged children right here in our own backyard that needs help in many aspects of their life. You can contact the experts from https://www.proscapesandtree.com/tree-service/tree-removal/ site, for…

The Silver Lining

By Jennifer Halfon Where do I begin? The days of being stuck at home all blend together, one after the other. Plus, a lot is going on lately. People don’t…

Heart Health New Cardiac Lab Opens at Broward Health Coral Springs

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., accounting for one in four deaths. One person dies from…

Local Slugger Drafted by Orioles!

By Stacy Case Coral Springs resident Coby Mayo’s dreams have come true! It was no coincidence that he was selected by Major League Baseball’s Baltimore Orioles in the fourth round…

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital is one of the region's leading pediatric hospitals, offering a comprehensive scope of healthcare services and programs in a child-friendly atmosphere. A full-service hospital, we treat…

Parkland Flag Is Back!

The kids need something to look forward to and we are ready for them. We are optimistic and plan on having a league. We will keep everyone posted throughout the…

Broward County June Happenings

By Michael Udine, Broward County Commissioner The enduring strength of our community has been demonstrated through an unimaginable disruption; the COVID-19 pandemic. Drive-by birthday parades, setting up distance play dates…

Blessing of Being a Father

By Scott J Brook There is nothing more meaningful in my life than being a Father!! I believe it is the greatest blessing in the World. I first became a…

The Rewards of Coaching

By Matt Kaufman In youth sports, we have a universal challenge. We have to beg folks into coaching. We sometimes use strong language to shame someone into taking a team…

Coral Springs & Parkland offers the space needed for our new way of life

I am frequently asked what impact will the pandemic have on our real estate market. Since we are living in unchartered times, it is hard to predict the future of…

Let Us Help You Navigate Your Family’s Healthcare Options

If you'd like the right answers, it's best to know what questions to ask… And the first question should always be asked of an expert. The offices of Apple insurance…

Community Based Insurance Offers Promising Options

By Ashley Ferraro Apple Insurance and Financial is a community-oriented company proudly led by founder Rick Jultak and partners Marc Fine and Sharon Zilberman. With its main office located in…

Pedagogy During a Pandemic

By Andrea Kowalski-Rospierski M.Ed. Not many people enjoy waking up early for school. The day to day routine of classes, work, meetings, and sometimes watching the second hand move on…

Staying “Social” During Social Distancing

By Barbara Gobbi of BG Marketing When it was announced in March that schools and businesses were closing due to Covid-19, I’ll admit I was a little bit excited with…

Wishing Everyone Wellness!

By Coral Springs Mayor, Scott Brook I hope this finds you and your family in good health and good spirits. These are tough and unusual times. However, we are getting…

The National Salute to America’s Heroes

The National Salute to America’s Heroes (NSAH), presented by Hyundai, is one of the country’s largest military air and sea shows. Recently, it announced the cancellation of this year’s Memorial…

From Inside the Grocery Store

By Ashley Ferraro From the outside it’s frightening, dangerous, and risky with every breath taken. It’s not the vibrant, wholesome atmosphere customers have come to expect. Instead, it’s tainted with…

We have such an amazing community in North Broward

By Cindy Brief, President/CEO Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce We have weathered many storms; however, the COVID-19 epidemic has been an unprecedented event. Thank you to our…

How a Pandemic Changed my Approach to Motherhood

Ashley K. McCardia Before the world closed down for Corona, I was 6 months into my first job outside of the home in a decade. Prior to that, I was…

Steps to strengthen your body’s security detail; Your Immune System

By Monique G. Bain, MAC, LAC, Acupuncture Physician Our body’s immune system is constantly at battle as thousands of viruses, bacteria, parasites and toxins are inhaled and eaten every day…

We Are in Unprecedented Times

By Coral Springs Mayor, Scott Brook COVID-19 is a threat to our community and our lives. Gratefully, we live in a terrific City with great personnel, leaders and citizens. While…

Parkland Rangers Football & Cheer Now Registering

By Stacy Case By the time local youths will once again be able to participate in organized sports programs, whenever that may be, those who play tackle football will certainly…

Extended Family Time

By Shellie Miler-Farrugia Unlike any other time in my personal history, social distancing is the buzzword today. So many people are concerned about themselves, their families, and their friends and…

Centerstate Bank… Meeting Our Community’s Banking Needs

When Kendra Salerno opens the doors to welcome customers as they come into CenterState Bank, she sees each of them as more than just a bank transaction. People who visit…

Jump Right In with Soref JCC Summer Camp!

The Soref Jewish Community Center has been providing high quality preschool, after school, and summer camp programs since 1977. We have two great locations in NW Coral Springs and Plantation.…

Celebrating One Year of Making Disciples!

By Pastor Steve Daigle Our world is a busy place and there is always something trying to capture our attention. Many of us desire to make a change in the…

Staging The Best Show

One of the services Bill Sohl Luxury Homes Team offers to sellers is a complimentary design consultation with our professional home stager and stylist, Deborah Gregg, of Deborah Gregg Interiors.…

Celebrating 18 Years of Family, Community & Fun!

By Shellie Miler-Farrugia More than 18 years ago, the Spectator was born into a young, growing community that was ripe for connection. Prior to its creation, Scott and I saw…

Imagine the Excitement!

By Douglas Sophomore Caroline Eaton Taking the stage this March, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Drama Department is excited to finally present their spring show, “Imaginary.” After starting the rehearsal…

Local Parents Unite For The Charity Party Of The Year To Help South Florida Foster Kids

Since she was a little girl, Michelle Brown has had a heart for serving others. “I was an orphan left in the slums of Calcutta, India; unwanted and unclaimed, so…

Broward County March Happenings

By Michael Udine, Broward County Commissioner In March the days start to get a little longer, and our students are off for spring break. Some of us may go out…

North Broward Preparatory School Students win $10,000 Scholarship in the Lexus Eco Challenge and Advance to National Competition

For the third consecutive year, a North Broward Preparatory School (NBPS) 6th grade team has won the regional competition in the Lexus Eco Challenge. The group’s team named Mangrove Miracles…