Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp Flash and Sweetie {Humane Society of Broward County} Two special pets are waiting for their chance to find a permanent, loving home at the Humane Society of Broward County. Meet Eight-year-old dog Flash and five-year-old cat Sweetie, each offer unique companionship. Flash, a dog with a history of temporary homes, is once again under the care of the Humane Society. First adopted as a puppy, Flash found himself returning to the shelter after his family relocated and could not take him along. His second adoption was short-lived due to his energetic nature, as he wa ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp  Watch the Prayer Service Here Live on Friday. Hundreds are expected to gather at Parkridge Church in Coral Springs on Friday for a prayer service organized by Food For The Poor (FFTP). The service aims to rally support and hope for Haiti amid its deepening crisis. The event will bring together community members, clergy, and Haitian dignitaries to pray for peace and provide updates on the dire situation in the troubled nation. The prayer event was the brainchild of Coral Springs resident Michael Chin Quee, Executive Vice President of Church Alliances at FFTP, who ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp Mark Montimurro {CSC Athletics} The legend continues to grow with Coral Springs Charter Mark Montimurro, who officially won his 600th career game on Wednesday. The win came in the Big-Eight Semifinals against Cardinal Gibbons High School, 7-0, for the team’s 21st win of the season. Still, Montimurro is focused on the team, bringing back another State Championship and winning number 601, which would win a Big-Eight Championship. “Not really a milestone number, to be honest,” Montimurro said. “Just happy to still be coaching some good players and maintaining ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp Gianna Riech. {Courtesy} Gianna Reich, from Coral Springs, has officially announced her commitment to play college soccer at the University of South Florida. While the journey has been tough at times, Reich, who attends Marjory Stoneman Douglas,  said that the support of her family, teammates, and coaches helped her reach the goal of playing at the collegiate level. “Committing feels like a mix of excitement and responsibility,” Reich said. “It’s a promise to dedicate yourself fully to something or someone, which can be both rewarding and challenging. Howev ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp Coral Glades Baseball Hosts Senior Night. {Dr. Mark Kaplan} Coral Springs baseball and softball teams excel nightly as the postseason nears. Coral Glades Coral Glades baseball recognized their seniors Jack Kollwitz, Matthew Palasay, Damieon Zapata, and Aydan Gonzalez on April 18. Despite falling 11-0 in the game, the Jaguars are 10-9 this year and have two wins over South Plantation and one over Stranahan, Somerset Academy Canyons, Piper, Plantation, Stranahan, Seminole Ridge, Fort Lauderdale, and Stranahan High School. In their wins, they have outscored their o ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp Florida Panthers IceDen {Florida Panthers} Looking for family fun on a school night? The City of Coral Springs has just the event planned. The Coral Springs Parks and Recreation Department will host Family Fun Night on Wednesday, May 8, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Panthers Ice Den, 3299 Sportsplex Drive The free event, open to all residents, includes free skating or skate rental, a DJ, free hot chocolate, crafts provided by Carbon Health of Coral Springs, and a pop-up book fair. Enroll every family member who will be attending the event, regardless i ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp CoralSprings High School’s Shrek The Musical received 12 Nominations. {Courtesy South Florida Cappies} Several area schools were nominated for Cappie Awards including Coral Glades, Coral Springs, J.P. Taravella and Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Monarch, and North Broward Prep. Nominees from 26 schools in Broward and Palm Beach will compete for the awards in 48 categories. The awards recognize performers, orchestras, designers, technicians, publicists, and critics. Modeled after Broadway’s Tony Awards, the Cappies Awards will feature songs and scenes from the top-nom ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp  It’s time to put on the garden gloves for this year’s EarthFest plant giveaway, held at the Sawgrass Nature Center in the Coral Springs Sports Complex. EarthFest will feature nature exhibits, a community garden, raffles, smiles, and a plant giveaway. This year the city will exclusively offer all native Floridian plants, which are known to preserve water better, allowing them to thrive in South Florida weather conditions. The event is free but intended for Coral Springs residents only. Plants will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis, and identi ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp {Coral Springs Police} In a move to combat identity theft and promote secure document disposal, the Coral Springs Police Department is holding a free, touchless Shredathon event. Held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Sportsplex, residents can bring three cardboard boxes or reusable bins per vehicle for free and up to three additional boxes with a $5 donation per box. Donations benefit the Police Explorer Program. Plastic or garbage bags are not accepted, and residents must ensure that no trash or other items, such as plastic or metal rings, bin ..read more

Share Tweet reddit Whatsapp Contestant Nikol Zarbalas, as seen on Guy’s Grocery Games, Season 36. {Food Network} Nicol Zarbalas, chef and owner of Hellenic Republic, once again showcased her cooking skills in a Guy Fieri show, this time in Guy’s Grocery Games. In December 2022, Guy Fieri filmed an episode of his Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives show at her restaurant located at 2764 N University Drive, stating that Zarbalas’ signature Lamb Burger and Kataifi Fried Shrimp was “hands down, the best Greek food he’s had.” In the DDD Budget Battle episode, which premiered on April 17, 2024, Zarbalas ..read more