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Coral Springs, Coral Glades JROTC Teams Open Competition Season With Strong Performances
The JROTC season is underway in Coral Springs, with two schools competing in separate events for the first time this season.

Broward County, Coral Springs Officials Engage Businesses on Amendment 3 and Local Services
Broward County and Coral Springs officials told business leaders Thursday that a proposed property tax amendment could leave local governments with less money for public safety, parks and other services.

Woman arrested with methamphetamine, phones and other contraband outside Indiantown prison
Martin County deputies arrested the Broward County woman after she was found with 464 grams of methamphetamine and other contraband near Martin Correctional Institution.

Coral Springs Explores New Charter School Campus for Up to 2,400 Students
The Coral Springs commission discussed developing Coral Springs Charter School at its September 23 meeting.

Coconut Creek Couple Targeted by Scammers Posing as Microsoft Support
A Coconut Creek couple, ages 87 and 83, fell victim to scammers posing as Microsoft support representatives, prompting police to warn residents about the scheme.

Police Arrest Man Charged With Attempted Murder in Coconut Creek Shooting
A man accused of firing at his girlfriend during an argument in Coconut Creek was arrested at a Fort Lauderdale Airbnb on an attempted murder charge.

Parkland Soccer Star Sophia Silverstone Turns Dream Into Reality With College Pick
Parkland’s own Sophia Silverstone has spent much of her high school career developing her game at IMG Academy, but still calls Parkland home as she prepares for the next chapter of her soccer career at Suffolk University in Boston.

Pitch perfect
Not even a teenager yet, Luciana Ryle’s softball journey is taking her far beyond her hometown of Ave Maria. She’s played in Viera on Florida’s east coast and is now a member of the Weston Explosion, a team based in Broward County. She’s played on boys’ teams and girls’ teams.…

Coral Springs Wins $366,000 in FEMA Grants for Fire Safety and Firefighter Training
At the September 23 meeting, City Manager Catherine Givens announced the city has been awarded two FEMA grants to support fire prevention, firefighter training, and emergency preparedness.

Woman arrested after stolen Broward Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle found in Port St. Lucie
Shannon Marie Dillon faces multiple charges in St. Lucie County and additional charges in Broward County following the Sept. 22 incident.

Police Say Driver Struck Man With Car After Argument Outside Coral Springs Dunkin’
Police say surveillance video shows a driver striking a man with his car after an argument outside a Coral Springs Dunkin’.

We Care Group Opens in Coral Springs With Focus on Lasting Patient Relationships
Badar Sabeen, M.D., celebrated the opening of We Care Group and Associates in Coral Springs.