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Man faces murder charges in deadly Plantation shooting
A suspect was arrested in connection with a shooting in Plantation that killed a man and injured another. Stevell Bankston, 66, faces charges of first-degree murder with a firearm and attempted first-degree murder with a firearm in the July 18 shooting, according to an arrest report. Plantation Police officers responded...
70-Foot Yacht Sinks on New River Near Fort Lauderdale's Esplanade Park, No Injuries Reported
Fort Lauderdale residents and curious onlookers witnessed an unusual scene yesterday afternoon as a 70-foot yacht found itself partially submerged in New River near Esplanade Park. According to WSVN, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue units were swiftly dispatched to the sinking vessel situated behind the Performing Arts Center, at around 2 p.m.
Wildlands Conservation launches new Gopher Tortoise license plate
Tampa-based nonprofit, Wildlands Conservation (Website), has just launched a new license plate to help raise funds to protect gopher tortoises. The gopher tortoise is a threatened species in the state of Florida, due to the loss of its upland habitat – which happens to be very easy to build on. They are seen as keystone species that are vital to the health of their ecosystems, and their burrows provide shelter for an estimated 350 other species.
A scaly challenge like none other
Novice and professional snake hunters will soon muster their resolve and trek intrepidly, or perhaps with trepidation, into the wilds of Florida to seek a slithery predator that eats everything in its path. The 2024 Florida Python Challenge will be held for 10 days starting Aug. 9 and continue through Aug. 18. Registration is open now through the first day […] The post A scaly challenge like none other first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
The 12th Annual South Beach Seafood Festival Returns!
Get ready to feast your senses on the freshest seafood and the most exciting culinary battles as the South Beach Seafood Festival returns for its 12th spectacular year. Scheduled from October 23rd to 26th, this four-day celebration promises to be the most unforgettable yet, with a lineup led by none other than Food Network’s celebrity chef Robert Irvine.
Transform your Style at That’s It Salon Master Class in Miami
MIAMI, Florida (SOUTH FLORIDA DAILY) -Do you want to elevate your style? Join That’s It Salon and master stylist Christian Parla on Wednesday, July 31 at 6pm for a class on how to clip in Aqualyna extensions. During the informative class the Aqualyna team will color match extensions, and Christian will show you how to clip them in-and style them! Extensions can make hair look longer, thicker, and healthier. Attend the class and you will have the chance to win a set of Aqualyna clip-in extensions in the raffle ($250+ value!). To sign up for the class visit thatsitsalon.com.
Florida school board unlikely to fire mom whose transgender daughter played on girls volleyball team
PLANTATION, Fla. (AP) — A Florida school board appeared unlikely Tuesday to fire an employee whose transgender daughter played girls’ high school volleyball in alleged violation of state law, but postponed their final decision until next week. The board is in Broward, one of the state’s most politically...
Cheatle resigns after Florida rep calls for criminal, contempt charges
(The Center Square) – The director of the U.S. Secret Service, Kimberly Cheatle, resigned on Tuesday after Democrats and Republicans called for her to step down or be fired for the agency’s failure to protect former President Donald Trump from a would-be assassin on July 13. Cheatle's resignation Tuesday came after U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Florida, asked the chairman of the U.S. House Oversight Committee, Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, to consider bringing criminal charges for perjury and contempt against her, saying she believes Cheatle...
Search Intensifies for Missing 81-Year-Old Woman with Alzheimer's in Fort Lauderdale
An 81-year-old Fort Lauderdale woman, Carol Tormey, has been missing since last Sunday, triggering a concerned search by both authorities and family members, as she has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and dementia. NBC Miami reported her disappearance and the police alert, detailing that she is roughly 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighs approximately 150 lbs, and was last seen in the area of the 1500 block of S Ocean Lane in Fort Lauderdale.
Join BLU3 and Brownie’s Demo Program at Force-E’s New Training Facility
BLU3 is thrilled to announce the opening of Force-E Scuba’s new Training Facility & Scuba Outlet in Fort Lauderdale! This facility offers discounted scuba gear, free Try Scuba Experiences, and the latest in diving technology with BLU3 and Brownie’s products. Dive shops with pools can enhance their offerings by becoming a demo partner.
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