It Takes a Team to Make a Change
By Michael Armfield The New Year is here. The ball has dropped, many resolutions have already fallen by the way side and the real question is, "Will your life be…
Ankle Arthritis
Family Orthopaedic Care By Dr. Clive C. Woods, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fellowship Trained in Foot & Ankle Surgery Ankle arthritis can occur for numerous reasons. Majority of patients with ankle…
New Year New You
This headline may be somewhat cliché for this time of year, but the facets of the possibilities of a “new you” go far beyond cosmetic makeovers. Although a great jumping…
Encourage Eachother Daily
By Shellie Miller Farrugia “…over the years I have observed that some attributes of leadership are universal and are often about finding ways of encouraging people to combine their efforts,…
Meet the Lewins
Married 24 years ago, Jeff and Sue began their family in Coral Springs starting first with son, Steven, 20, and followed soon after by another boy, Josh, who just turned…
Give the Gift of Sight
Family Eye Care By Dr. Gary Goberville Give your loved ones or friends a special present and make a huge impact on their life. GIVE?THE?GIFT?OF?SIGHT. Dr. Goberville’s Sight Savers' gift…
Adolescent Orthodontic Treatment
By Dr. Jay R. Singer For many teens, braces are a rite of passage: They're one more example of the changes adolescents go through at this time — along with…
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”
By Michael Armfield I love this time of year! People tend to be in better moods, retailers and restaurant owners are thrilled as the “season” is finally here, and great…
Getting a Good “Return on Life”
By Douglas Eaton It is that time of year again. The holiday sales are starting, and the financial articles appearing are once again about IRA contributions and "financial New…
Still Kickin’ After All These Years
By Barbara Gobbi With performances and guests that would rival any Olympic opening ceremony, Parkland Buddy Soccer kicked off their 12th season on November 16th at Quigley Park in Parkland.…
Drama on the Move
On November 9th, the Coral Glades High School Drama Department under the direction of Kristina Johnson took their first step towards state competition by being chosen as one of two…
The Zajack Family
Relocating to Parkland from their beloved hometown in New England four years ago, Lauren, Michael and their three children are settled into their new neighborhood just fine, thank you! This…
At Bat for Those in Need!
Pick a kid…any boy out here on the fields. Now make sure he plays all of the sports; baseball, basketball, football, soccer, hockey and whatever his friends want to do.…
T’Was A Mathesie Chiropractic Christmas
By Michael W. Matesie, DC, DABFP, DACRB T’was the day before Christmas, but there was no cheer. No jingle bells jingled, no sound of a reindeer. The word was spreading…
The Gift is Sharing
By Shellie Miller Farrugia She was a valued neighbor. A familiar face at block parties, commission meetings and community events. Widowed at a young age, after her three sons grew…
Insurance Evaluation…
By Brett Porter In the last few years, the trend I see over and over again is individuals and businesses buying the cheapest insurance policy possible. Most often, these policies…
Change is Great!
By Shellie Miller-Farrugia This is the time of year that most of us reflect on just what we are grateful for. When I look back at the years of growing…
One Cast Away
Captain Dean Herdman is an experienced angler who loves nothing more than sharing his excitement, natural surroundings and love for the sport with anyone who is happy to listen, relax…
2013 Boca Raton Wine & Food Festival
The Culinary Event of the Year! Don't miss a minute of this year's 4th Annual Boca Raton Wine & Food Festival, A Culinary Affair! The tastiest event in South Florida…
Making Life A Little Sweeter!
For your next party, whether you're the host or a guest, the perfect centerpiece AND conversation piece is both beautiful AND delicious! If you haven't experienced the sweet goodness of…
Family Orthopaedic Care
My Aching Bunions By Dr. Clive C. Woods, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fellowship Trained in Foot & Ankle Surgery A bunion is a deformity in which the great toe gradually points toward…
Seasons of Change
By Michael Armfield Can you feel the change that just rolled into South Florida? Yes, fall is here and it has brought cooler air and a fresh wind of long…
Who is Sarah?
How to Help Local Human Trafficking Victims There is power in a name. In Human Trafficking, the buyer has a name- the John. The Sarah Movement is giving the item…
How Do Vitamins Affect Your Vision?
By Dr. Gary Goberville The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) is a major clinical trial sponsored by the National Eye Institute, one of the federal government's National Institutes of Health.…
Not Your Average Role Models- Not My Daughter…Find A Cure Now!
By Ellen Davis Most mothers will tell you that kids learn best by example. Even without realizing that their children were watching intently, the moms of Not My Daughter..find…
Little Brother (and Sister) are Watching
By Shellie Miller-Farrugia This year's cover theme and story for Not My Daughter...find a cure now! has really gotten me thinking about how every parent, teacher and coach is a…
Early Prevention & Guidance Treatment
By Dr. Jay R. Singer Preventive and interceptive orthodontic treatment is indicated for some children between the ages of 7 to 11 years, before all the permanent teeth have erupted.…
Rough & Tumble!
As with any family community, the tradition of football is long and deep in both Coral Springs and Parkland. The Coral Springs Chargers have been part of family life here…
Dash for Life!
Parkland city officials are predicting a strong turnout for this year's Parkland Dash 5K, 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End. For the first…
Breast Cancer and Eye Exams
By Dr. Gary Goberville Breast cancer metastatic to the eye is a common entity occurring in up to 30% of women with metastatic disease. The prevalence of this lesion is…
Self-Confidence, Artistry & A Stageful of Awards!
Danielle Moore has danced with Stella Palumbo since she was 3. "She's like a second mother to me," she says with an engaging smile. Since before her 18th birthday, Danielle,…
Mother Daughter Wisdom About Money
By Douglas Eaton After 17 years in financial planning, while the world and financial industry has markedly changed, I have found that many client concerns remain the same. Not every…
Big News for Mini Mouths!
Running a successful dentistry practice in Coral Springs for more than 10 years, Dr. Andrew Segelnick's passion today is seeing children receive the best possible dental care. He and his…
Why you are not getting anywhere
Have you ever wondered how some people make life and success look so easy? Have you ever asked yourself why your life isn't like that? If you are willing to…
HOPE Brings Our Community Together
By Ellen Davis Healing hearts through the power of yoga was the inspiration for the Yogathon for HOPE. Over 325 participated in the 4-hour Yogathon at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School…
Photo Contest… First Prize!!
Our 10th Annual Cover contest was a hard one for the judges to decide, but congratulations and a bounty of prizes go to Coral Springs mom Laura Collins for the…
Cover Photo Contest RUNNER UPS!
Our Tenth Annual Cover Contest had more entries than ever! This month's cover has the hands-down winner but, when you see these finalists, you can surely agree that narrowing it…
Out with the New, Back to the Old
By Shellie Miller-Farrugia Looking back at some previous topics that I've written about, though this article is 7 years old, I can't resist the urge to reprint it. Though this…
Meet the Eagles
By Doug Waldinger, Stoneman Douglas Gridiron Club President Stoneman Douglas Football is entering into a new era. Head Coach Willis May, Jr. introduced the 2013 Eagles Football Team accompanied by…
Parkland Children’s Academy…Focus on Safety, Learning and Fun!
Celebrating their recent Grand Opening, Parkland Children’s Academy is modeled after the owner's successful Coconut Creek school, Providence Children's Academy, which began three years ago. Their newest preschool is a…
Cancer is not always Pink… Sometimes it’s Gold; September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Can you recall a warm day at the beach, a day at the park or a carefree bike ride? These are common childhood experiences. However, for a child with cancer,…
Protecting Your Vision From Sports Injuries
By Dr. Gary Goberville Prevent Blindness America reports that hospital emergency rooms treat more than 40,000 eye injuries every year that are sports-related. When it comes to sports injury treatment,…
Have a Heart for the Community
It’s all about women, friendship, and reaching out to the community. Since 1987, the Parkland Women’s Club has promoted education, literacy and civic improvement in local communities, not just Parkland.…
Two On Top!
Two tenacious baseball team achieved tremendous success over the summer. While their neighbors were vacationing, these local gents were earning accolades to add to their sports resumes. The North Springs…
Please, Just Get Off My Back!!!
By Michael W. Mathesie, DC, DACRB Summer is over; it is time for the homework, studying, tests, and watching your child RUCK march off to school. Rucking is the march…
The Business Compass
The other day I was talking to a prospect who stated that they had no idea how their business got to where it was. They were worn down, extremely tight…
Knee Injuries: The ACL
By Dr. Howard Gelb Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are increasingly common in younger athletes, especially in female athletes. The ACL is one of four major ligaments that stabilize the…
Summer Coaching Special
By Michael Armfield I love the summer time as the roads seem a bit less congested and the afternoons stretch out till 8:30pm. I also enjoy the summer as it…
Choosing Eyeglass Frames (Part 2)
By Dr. Gary Goberville Tip 2: Frames must fit you properly to work right and look good. If you choose a frame that is too large, visual distortion and glare…
Coral Springs 50th Birthday Bash
By Cheri Tishman It's pretty common that when someone turns 50 you throw a big celebration, invite all your friends, and wear a tiara (well some of us do). It…