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Coral Springs, Florida – A Coral Springs mother was arrested after a confrontation with her ex-boyfriend escalated into a physical altercation involving his current girlfriend, according to police reports. The incident occurred late on September 2 on Royal Palm Boulevard, when 31-year-old Scarlett Rodriguez met her former partner. The couple, separated for six years, had … The post Coral Springs

Coral Springs, Florida – A Coral Springs man with a long history of traffic violations was arrested last week after being stopped near Coral Springs Middle School while driving with a suspended license, according to a police report. The incident occurred on September 3 at approximately 8:50 a.m., when an officer was conducting school zone … The post Coral Springs

Coral Springs, Florida – Broward County Public Schools announced last week that 44 high school seniors from across the district have been named semifinalists for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship, with 10 of those students hailing from Coral Springs. The National Merit Scholarship Program recognizes exceptional academic talent among high school students across the country. … The post Ten Coral

The Coral Springs High School boys' bowling program now has a whole team. The post Coral Springs and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High Bowling Teams Show Rising Talent appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs will host two Family Fun Night events this fall.The first will be the Recreation Expo on Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Residents can meet instructors and organizers from city recreation programs.The second will be an indoor movie night on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Families can watch “The Polar Express” on a large inflatable screen inside

The Coral Springs Charter girls' cross-country team won first place out of ten teams at the King's Academy Invitational in West Palm Beach on September 13. The post Coral Springs Charter Girls Claim Victory at King’s Academy Invitational appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

Broward County Animal Care will host a one-day disaster preparedness course designed to train volunteers in protecting pets during natural disasters. The post Help Assist Animals: Florida SARC to Host Animal Disaster Response Training in Broward appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Broward County Public School last week announced the district had 44 high school seniors named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, including 10 from Coral Springs. The scholarship program named 16,000 semifinalists across the country for the class of 2026. They’ll compete for 6,930 scholarships worth nearly $26 million next spring. The program will award 2,500 National Merit Scholarships worth $2,500. In

The Coral Glades football team secured back-to-back wins following a 7-0 victory over Strahan High School on Friday. The post Coral Glades Football Team Wins 2nd Straight Game appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

Scams and financial fraud are constant problems as scammers find new ways to take advantage of people. The post Coral Springs Police to Present Workshop on How to Recognize Scammers appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

Tamarac, Florida – The Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) has taken further disciplinary action against its personnel following a February triple homicide in Tamarac, announcing Friday that six deputies have been fired and 11 others disciplined for mishandling aspects of the case. The decision comes after a comprehensive internal review that uncovered significant lapses in judgment … The post Broward sheriff

Coral Springs, Florida – The Cornerstone development in Coral Springs is preparing to welcome a vibrant new addition as international artist Sonny Behan, also known as Sonny Sundancer, has been approved to create a large-scale mural at the mixed-use project located at University Drive and Sample Road. The Public Art Committee recently gave the green … The post Cornerstone development

A memorial candlelight vigil will honor conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Sept. 17 at MOV Fusion Bar and Grill in Sunrise, offering a space for reflection on both his sudden death and his outsized influence on American political discourse. The post Candlelight Vigil in Sunrise Will Honor Charlie Kirk’s Memory appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The era of building on empty land in Coral Springs is nearly over.New city data presented recently to city commissioners shows just 57 privately owned vacant parcels remain across the city — a sharp reminder that future growth will hinge on redevelopment and taller buildings rather than new subdivisions.The figure does not include city-owned land, industrial

CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Coral Springs’ Cornerstone development is set to get a splash of color. The city’s Public Art Committee has approved artist Sonny Behan to design and complete a mural on the parking garage entrances at the mixed-use project at University Drive and Sample Road.According to meeting minutes, Behan’s mural will be featured along the various driveway and walkway

Dave's Hot Chicken construction is progressing at its new Coral Springs location on North University Drive, with opening expected before year's end. The post Dave’s Hot Chicken Sign Pops Up in Coral Springs, Signaling Imminent Opening appeared first on Coral Springs Talk.

Coral Springs, Florida – Lunch rush traffic on University Drive may finally ease for regular visitors of the Chick-fil-A in Coral Springs. Beginning this Friday, the popular restaurant at 1341 N. University Drive will temporarily close as crews embark on a major renovation project designed to modernize the property and reduce congestion. City documents show … The post Chick-fil-A in

Coral Springs, Florida – Shoppers in northwest Broward County are gearing up for a new destination for discounted designer fashion as Nordstrom Rack prepares to open its latest location at Pine Ridge Square on North University Drive. The store will officially welcome the public on Thursday, Sept. 18, but fashion enthusiasts can get an early … The post Nordstrom Rack

Miami Dade, Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis yesterday marked a major step forward in Florida’s ongoing Everglades restoration efforts with the official groundbreaking of the Blue Shanty Flow Way project. This initiative is set to ensure that water from the soon-to-be-completed Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir flows south into Everglades National Park and Florida Bay, … The post Governor Ron

TAMARAC, FL - Six deputies have been fired, and 11 others disciplined after a Broward Sheriff’s Office review into how its personnel handled both the lead-up to and the aftermath of a February triple homicide in Tamarac.Sheriff Gregory Tony announced the latest disciplinary measures Friday, saying the internal probe revealed serious lapses in judgment and response. Nathan Gingles is accused of
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