Kraft Foods Voluntarily Recalls Some Varieties of Cheeses Due to Premature Spoilage

Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twists products. These products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
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Bollywood Pageantry, a Heartfelt Stage Play and Beloved Children's Tales Highlight November at Miramar Cultural Center

The Complete Bollywood. 
MIRAMAR – The Complete Bollywood Experience, a film screening of Out of Print, the stage play Where's the Love?, and two beloved children's musicals, Freckleface Strawberry and Dorothy's Adventures in Oz, provide hours of entertainment this November at the Miramar Cultural Center.

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The Broward Center unveils the all-new intermezzo lounge and show-stopping performances this November

Jim Brickman - Credit Rob Waymen
FORT LAUDERDALE – The curtain rises at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts this November with the much-anticipated opening of its all-new Intermezzo Lounge, which offers the perfect night on the town without ever leaving the theater with drinks, appetizers and desserts for one low price.
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Symphony Of The Americas Opening A Rousing Celebration Of Hispanic And Italian Heritage

Symphony of the Americas - Alejandro Drago, violin - Photo Credit: Wade Caldwell Photography
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- The Symphony of the Americas opened the 2013-2014 season with a high voltage celebration of Hispanic and Italian Heritage Month on Tuesday, October 15 at the Broward Center's Amaturo Theater. With Argentine born Alejandro Drago as guest violinist-arranger-composer, the spirit of the tango permeated the concert's first half. A rousing version of the Star Spangled Banner commenced the evening.
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Broward College’s South Campus Celebrates Diversity with New Performance Series

Celebrating, embracing and showcasing the many forms of cultural art present among South Florida’s ethnically diverse audiences, Broward College’s Judson A. Samuels South Campus and the newly established South Campus Office of Cultural Affairs – also known as B.SOCA – is playing host to a new series of mostly free, public events.
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A Night in White for the Animals

Christopher and Jennifer Lee and Kitty and Greg Stoner.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- PetSetters and guests donned their most stylish whites for PetSet’s annual White Party in October.  The ultra-chic event was held at the beautiful SAIA at B Ocean Fort Lauderdale, and raised much needed funds for the animals at the shelter.

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A Friend For Life Begins Here - New pets awaiting adoption

The adoption fees are $25 for felines over six months, $50 for felines under six months, $100 for dogs over six months, $135 for puppies under six months.

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HUMOR! - ‘When Harry met Mitchie’

Let’s go behind the scenes of those so called ‘meetings’ about the shut down in the latest installment of ‘When Harry met Mitchie”.
Do they have kind words for each other? Would the Hatfields kiss the McCoys?
Senate Majority leader Harry Reid, “I’m optimistic about the prospect for a positive conclusion if I can get the minority whip to take that whip to McConnell’s butt and drive some sense into it.

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Tribute to Buddy Rich Opens Gold Coast Jazz 22nd Season Concert Series

On Wednesday, November 13, the Gold Coast Jazz Society celebrates their twenty-second season of jazz presentations with the opening season concert featuring the Frank Derrick Big Band in a tribute to jazz legend Buddy Rich.
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Humor! - What are the brothers up to now?

In a press release the Koch brothers said that since the tea party’s aim is to control a smaller government, they would purchase the European country of Luxembourg for that purpose.
“We would ‘go the extra mile’ or meter or liter or whatever passes for distance in Europe to suit our purpose.”
Luxembourg is a parliamentary democracy which is two thirds the size of Rhode Island. “It’s as big as a ranch I own in Texas, said Charles Koch. Totally manageable!

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Grille 401 hires Callum Molloy as General Manager

Callum Molloy General Manager at Grille 401.FORT LAUDERDALE, FL  – Brimstone WFG Holding Company is pleased to announce that it has hired Callum Molloy as General Manager of its upscale, yet casual eatery, Grille 401. Located at 401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Grille 401 features an innovative menu of freshly grilled seafood, steak, homemade pastas, fresh salads, delicious desserts and an expansive mezzanine perfect for private events, socializing and corporate meetings.

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Rebuilding Together Broward launches new young professional’s Volunteer Task Force

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL (October 11, 2013) -- Rebuilding Together Broward is proud to announce the launch of its new young professional’s Volunteer Task Force to help increase its volunteer base and build awareness of the organization’s initiatives to improve the homes and lives of low income homeowners. The group will host monthly “Volunteer Days” for the task force to work on small home improvements and repairs for eligible applicants.  Local young professional Volunteer Captains: Eric Barton, a Board Member of Rebuilding Together Broward; Jonathan Schwartz Construction and Development Manager, AutoNation, Inc., Carrie Allgaier, Director of Events for The Restaurant People and Aimee Adler, Vice President of Public Relations with Kip Hunter Marketing, are spearheading the inaugural Volunteer Day on Saturday, October 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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I-595 EXPRESS CORRIDOR TRAFFIC IMPACT REPORT: October 13, 2013 – October 19, 2013

One lane of the ramp from northbound I-75 to eastbound I-595 will be closed from 10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14 to 5 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15.
 
One lane of the ramp from southbound Sawgrass Expressway to eastbound I-595 will be closed from 10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14 to 5 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15.
 
The ramp from eastbound SR 84 to eastbound I-595 at Nob Hill Road will be closed intermittently from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning Sunday, Oct. 13 and ending Friday, Oct. 18.
 
One lane of eastbound SR 84 between 136th Avenue and Nob Hill Road will be closed nightly from 9:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning Sunday, Oct. 13 and ending Friday, Oct. 18.
I-595 EXPRESS CORRIDOR TRAFFIC IMPACT REPORT: October 13, 2013 – October 19, 2013

Pompano Beach High School Hosts International Administrators at 2013 Educational Seminar

Pompano Beach High School, an International Affairs and Information Technology magnet school, is hosting three education administrators from Brazil for two weeks as part of the 2013 Educational Seminar International Exchange Program.   The Educational Seminar takes place from October 17-28, 2013, and is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and Broward County Public Schools. 
Pompano Beach High School Hosts International Administrators at 2013 Educational Seminar

High-tech Natural Medicine comes to the Museum of Discovery and Science in November

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- INTELLIGENT ENERGY MEDICINE, LLC is pleased to introduce South Floridians to the breakthrough energy medicine called PULSED ELECTROMAGMETIC FIELD THERAPY (PEMFT). Learn about this innovative, scientifically-validated, high-tech therapy that actually replicates nature’s electromagnetic force field; proven to be an elemental requirement for life on earth to thrive. Find out why PEMFT has been recognized as a “revolutionary cure for pain” and earned the endorsement of government agencies. Become enlightened to PEMFT’s broad ability to promote health and wellness.

The event will be held at the Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW 2nd St., Ft. Lauderdale, on Wednesday November 6th, 2013.
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Y-100’s Ninalicia wins Make-a-wish Southern Florida’s ‘Shining Star’ Award

Ninalicia Bielejeski, an on-air personality at Y-100 Miami and creative director at Rock with U Entertainment, was recognized by Make-A-Wish Southern Florida with its “Shining Star” award at the nonprofit’s recent donor appreciation event at Jungle Island.
Y-100’s Ninalicia wins Make-a-wish Southern Florida’s ‘Shining Star’ Award

Public Notification: “Be Inspired” Contains Hidden Drug Ingredients

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Be Inspired, a product promoted and sold for weight loss on various websites, including www.beinspirednaturally.com, and in some retail stores. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Be Inspired contains sibutramine. Sibutramine is a controlled substance that was removed from the market in October 2010 for safety reasons.
Public Notification: “Be Inspired” Contains Hidden Drug Ingredients

Public Notification: “Dr. Mao Slimming Capsules” Contain Hidden Drug Ingredient

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers not to purchase or use Dr. Mao Slimming Capsules, a product promoted for weight loss and sold on various websites and in some retail stores.
FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Dr. Mao Slimming Capsules contain sibutramine. Sibutramine is a controlled substance that was removed from the market in October 2010 for safety reasons.
Public Notification: “Dr. Mao Slimming Capsules” Contain Hidden Drug Ingredient

Broward County’s Largest Family Totem Pole Exhibit Unveiled during Reception at Museum of Art │ Fort Lauderdale

(L to R): General Magistrate Giuseppina Miranda; Emilio Benitez, ChildNet president and CEO; and Monica King, ChildNet Broward County executive director.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – In an artistic partnership, ChildNet, the community-based care lead agency in Broward and Palm Beach counties, Museum of Art │Fort Lauderdale, Community Foundation of Broward, Forever Family and local artist Eduardo Gardin unveiled the county’s largest family totem pole exhibit entitled ‘Forest of Families’ during a recent reception at the Museum of Art │Fort Lauderdale.

Broward County’s Largest Family Totem Pole Exhibit Unveiled during Reception at Museum of Art │ Fort Lauderdale

Apple expected to unveil new iPads at Oct. 22 event

Apple will unveil its newest iPad tablet, along with a new Mac Pro computer and a new operating system, Oct. 22, tech news site AllThingsD is reporting.

Apple expected to unveil new iPads at Oct. 22 event

Breeders Permits Now Required in Broward County

BROWARD COUNTY, FL - People who breed dogs or cats will now have to acquire a permit from Broward County Animal Care and Adoption.  Under the new amended county ordinance breeders would be allowed one litter from each adult animal per year.
The breeder permit  would be required for anyone who sells, studs or breeds dogs or cats. The permit would be valid for one year and renewed annually. 

Breeders Permits Now Required in Broward County

8 members of Congress arrested at immigration reform demonstration

Eight congressional Democrats were arrested Tuesday at the U.S. Capitol while demonstrating for immigration law reform.
8 members of Congress arrested at immigration reform demonstration

Miami Reggae Festival teams up with Techo to Feed South Florida this Thanksgiving

MIAMI, FL – The Miami Reggae Festival and its organizers, Rockers Movement, have partnered with the non-profit organization TECHO to raise funds, food and awareness for residents living in poverty. The November 23rd event held at Coconut Grove’s Peacock Park will unify Miami’s diverse community through music while donating a portion of all ticket proceeds plus food collected at the event to aid Dade County residents living in poverty.
Miami Reggae Festival teams up with Techo to Feed South Florida this Thanksgiving

List of Nobel Prize in Physics winners

List of Nobel Prize in Physics winners

New $100 bill starts circulating Tuesday

The U.S. Federal Reserve is all about a new crop of Benjamins.

The new $100 bill was supposed to debut back in 2011, but creasing problems during the production process delayed the Fed's rollout.

New $100 bill starts circulating Tuesday

Washington immigration-reform rally seeks to press Congress

A Washington rally Tuesday will urge Congress to pass a citizenship pathway for immigrants in the country without legal permission, organizers say.
Washington immigration-reform rally seeks to press Congress

Senate leaders mull raising debt ceiling

Senate Democratic leaders hope to vote this week on raising the U.S. debt limit with no strings, as House Republicans plan targeted-spending bills, aides said
Senate leaders mull raising debt ceiling

Fort Lauderdale Wins Top Honor from South Florida Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council

The City of Fort Lauderdale was recently named "Most Outstanding Green Government" by the South Florida Chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).  The City received the designation at the annual USGBC GalaVerde Awards, South Florida's premiere LEEDership and Green Awards Program.
Fort Lauderdale Wins Top Honor from South Florida Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council

Study: Chicken nugget, artificial mixture of chicken parts

Chicken nuggets from two U.S. fast-food chains found up to 50 percent meat and the rest fat, skin, blood vessels, nerves and bone fragments, researchers say.
Study: Chicken nugget, artificial mixture of chicken parts

Health officials ask patience in signing up health insurance

U.S. health officials say they are experiencing tremendous demand at the website to buy health insurance during the first week of open enrollment.
Health officials ask patience in signing up health insurance

Fort Lauderdale City Encourages Neighbors to Be Prepared for Seasonal High Tides

The City of Fort Lauderdale is a coastal community with numerous low-lying areas and 300 miles of canal coastline. From time to time we experience severe flooding associated with extreme weather events such as tropical storms and hurricanes. Flooding might also occur as a result of inclement weather conditions including prolonged heavy rains, storm surge and seasonal high tides. These conditions are expected to worsen with projected sea level rise increases associated with climate change.


While the City maintains an extensive storm water master plan and is instituting both aggressive maintenance and innovative adaptation solutions to address drainage, the location and natural geography of our City makes us susceptible to flooding.

Fort Lauderdale City Encourages Neighbors to Be Prepared for Seasonal High Tides

Be a superhero for a cure at Relay For Life of Pompano Beach kickoff Oct. 24

POMPANO BEACH, FL – Be a super hero for a cure and join Relay For Life of Pompano Beach for our Heroes Kickoff Party on October 24, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Everest University.

Every year, Relay For Life chapters hold overnight community events to raise money for the American Cancer Society. In 2013, the Pompano Beach Relay raised almost $50,000 to fight cancer. Next year’s event will be held April 12-13 at Pompano Community Park, but the planning committee is already hard at work. Be a superhero for a cure at Relay For Life of Pompano Beach kickoff Oct. 24

Massive Adobe security breach exposes 2.9M customers

Adobe Systems Inc. said 2.9 million customers had their IDs, passwords and credit-card data stolen by hackers who breached the U.S. software company's security.
Massive Adobe security breach exposes 2.9M customers

$3 medication could change how heart attacks are treated

Treating heart attack patients with a beta-blocker drug on the way to the hospital can greatly reduce damage to the heart, U.S. and Spanish researchers say.
$3 medication could change how heart attacks are treated

Suspension of food, inspection services puts children at risk

The American Academy of Pediatrics president says it's tragic the debate over the implementation of the Affordable Care Act led to the U.S. government shutdown.

Suspension of food, inspection services puts children at risk

Calling All Superheroes, Princesses, Ghosts and Goblins! Young At Art Museum Hosts a Spooktacular, Art-filled Halloween Party

DAVIE, Fla. – Young At Art Museum will host a spooktacular, art-filled Halloween Party on Friday, October 25 from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Museum, located at 751 S.W. 121 Ave. in Davie.

Fun for the entire family, this year's spooktacular celebration includes a range of activities. From 3 to 5 p.m., children age 5 and younger can participate in Storytime & Art, Larry’s Monster Jam and a costume parade. After 5 p.m., older children can join the DJ monster dance party, enjoy a Broadway Kids performance of Thriller!, and a closing costume parade. 

Calling All Superheroes, Princesses, Ghosts and Goblins! Young At Art Museum Hosts a Spooktacular, Art-filled Halloween Party

Patience is a virtue when to comes to shopping sense

Patience is a virtue, especially when it comes to making smart financial decisions, and taking time before pulling out the wallet can make acquisitions feel worth the wait, University of Chicago researchers say.

Patience is a virtue when to comes to shopping sense

U.S. wants funds for new energy research

The U.S. Energy Department said it proposed $100 million in research funding for the next fiscal year to support novel energy developments.

U.S. wants funds for new energy research

FDA approves Perjeta for neoadjuvant breast cancer treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today granted accelerated approval to Perjeta (pertuzumab) as part of a complete treatment regimen for patients with early stage breast cancer before surgery (neoadjuvant setting). Perjeta is the first FDA-approved drug for the neoadjuvant treatment of breast cancer.

Perjeta was approved in 2012 for the treatment of patients with advanced or late-stage (metastatic) HER2-positive breast cancer. HER2-positive breast cancers have increased amounts of the HER2 protein that contributes to cancer cell growth and survival.

FDA approves Perjeta for neoadjuvant breast cancer treatment

A Message from Sheriff Scott J. Israel - Building a Stronger Community

Sheriff Scott Israel. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is committed to public safety and enhancing the quality of life for all residents of Broward County. For the most part, people interact with law enforcement when they are in need of immediate help. While emergency response is an important part of the job, community involvement, partnerships and collaboration efforts are important as well.

A Message from Sheriff Scott J. Israel - Building a Stronger Community