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  • Florida NewsA South Florida federal judge has sentenced an MS-13 gang member to more than 17 years in prison for running a huge fentanyl trafficking operation
    Benjamin ThompsonMay 2, 2025

    While in prison, MS-13 gang leader trafficked fentanyl from California to Florida using the U.S. Postal Service; sentenced

    Florida – A South Florida federal judge has sentenced an MS-13 gang member to more than 17 years in prison…

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  • Tamarac NewsAn altered pricing system implemented by the Animal Care Division is changing how Broward County pet owners register their animal companions
    Benjamin ThompsonMay 2, 2025

    New tag policy in Broward aims to cut costs and boost pet safety through technology

    Broward County, Florida – An altered pricing system implemented by the Animal Care Division is changing how Broward County pet…

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  • Florida NewsU.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit confirmed the validity of Florida's parole system for minors found guilty of serious crimes
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 23, 2025

    Court finds Florida’s parole system harsh but not unconstitutional in juvenile life sentence case

    Tallahassee, Florida – In an important ruling praised by the Florida Attorney General’s office, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the…

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  • Tamarac NewsThis summer, the echoes of cricket bats and cheers will resonate through Broward County Stadium as it gears up to host the highly anticipated Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) matches
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 16, 2025

    Broward County celebrates return of professional cricket with six days of high-energy matches this summer

    Broward County, Florida – This summer, the echoes of cricket bats and cheers will resonate through Broward County Stadium as…

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  • Tamarac NewsBroward County has started the 2026 Clean Air Calendar Poster Contest, encouraging K-12 children to tap their inner video game creators in an innovative effort to fight climate change
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 15, 2025

    Broward County invites students to fight climate change through video game–inspired art contest

    Broward County, Florida – Broward County has started the 2026 Clean Air Calendar Poster Contest, encouraging K-12 children to tap…

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  • PoliticsDOGE, under Elon Musk's direction, revealed a significant amount of fraudulent unemployment claims totaling about $400 million
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 13, 2025

    “We will catch these thieves”: DOGE to go after three Democrat-led states with most fraudulent unemployment claims

    California – The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), under Elon Musk’s direction, revealed a significant amount of fraudulent unemployment claims totaling…

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  • Florida NewsSenate Bill 1826, championed by Republican Senator Jonathan Martin, aims to eliminate ultra-processed foods from school menus at schools
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 12, 2025

    Florida Sen. Jonathan Martin wants to eliminate extremely unhealthy food from schools under proposed law

    Tallahassee, Florida – A controversial legislative measure in Tallahassee has prompted debates on the nutritional quality of meals provided in…

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  • Tamarac NewsHighway and Bridge Maintenance Division will launch an extensive improvement project that will significantly improve the transit and pedestrian infrastructure of the Oakland Park area
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 4, 2025

    New infrastructure project in Oakland Park promises safer streets, improved public transit access, and upgraded pedestrian pathways by summer 2025

    Broward County, Florida – Beginning April 7, the Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division, working with the Highway Construction and Engineering…

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  • Tamarac NewsTamarac launched the Tamarac Scholars Program, a bold effort to promote professional training and education in the local community
    Benjamin ThompsonApril 1, 2025

    Tamarac launches Scholars Program offering up to $2,500 in scholarships to residents pursuing college, university, or trade school education

    Tamarac, Florida – The City of Tamarac has launched the Tamarac Scholars Program in what appears to be a bold effort…

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  • Florida NewsResidents of Fort Lauderdale and commuters should to get ready for forthcoming road closures due to utility work brought on by Florida Power & Light (FPL)
    Benjamin ThompsonMarch 25, 2025

    Fort Lauderdale residents to experience intermittent road closures April 1–9 as FPL installs underground utilities along SW 12th Ct to SW 16th St

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Residents of Fort Lauderdale and commuters should to get ready for forthcoming road closures due to…

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  • Broward County is going forward with a big modernization project that will change how local police departments handle information and operate together
    Broward County Commissioners approve $4 million for cloud platform to transform data sharing among local law enforcement agencies
    February 16, 2026
  • The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has put up new signs along a busy part of the Intracoastal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale that inform boaters to slow down
    Reminder for boaters: New slow speed boating zone established along busy Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal stretch
    February 16, 2026
  • The Broward Sheriff’s Office has received additional funding to expand its efforts aimed at improving safety for pedestrians and bicyclists across Broward County
    New funding targets high-risk areas for pedestrian and bike crashes in Broward County
    February 4, 2026
  • The department is looking for competent Firefighter/Paramedics that are eager to serve the community with expertise, commitment, and pride
    Tamarac Fire Rescue opens hiring push to expand emergency response team
    February 4, 2026
  • Broward County officials and community partners are keeping emergency shelters open for longer to make sure that people who are homeless have a secure place to stay as the weather in South Florida remains cold
    Emergency shelters in Broward to remain open through February 6 amid ongoing cold snap
    February 4, 2026
  • February is Heart Health Month, a time to raise awareness about heart health and encourage individuals to do things that will help their hearts stay healthy
    Free cardiac testing program relaunched to help Broward residents spot heart disease early
    February 4, 2026
  • A new virtual program from Broward College promises to provide people the help they need to turn their ideas into successful businesses
    Broward College launches free virtual program to help Tamarac residents turn ideas into businesses
    February 4, 2026
  • Residents and business owners are being urged to stay alert after reports surfaced of fraudulent emails targeting people who recently submitted plat applications with the Housing and Urban Planning Division. The communications try to get people to give money using wire transfers, which the county doesn't use.
    Scammers attack Broward County residents, fake county emails urge wire payments in housing application scam
    January 27, 2026
  • The City of Tamarac wants to make that process easier by holding a First-Time Homebuyer Workshop to help new buyers understand each step of owning a home.
    City of Tamarac offers free workshop this coming weekend to help residents navigate first home purchase
    January 27, 2026
  • Residents and business owners in the City of Tamarac can now apply to serve on one of the city's boards or committees for the year
    Residents invited to serve on advisory and pension boards in Tamarac, recruitment open until Feb. 2
    January 27, 2026
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