How to Beat a Miami Traffic Ticket with Expert Help

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July 23, 2025

Traffic tickets in Miami often seem straightforward, but appearances can be deceiving. Navigating court procedures, local traffic laws, and essential deadlines requires specialized knowledge. A Miami traffic ticket lawyer possesses this expertise, understanding precisely how to approach your case and identify potential issues leading to ticket dismissal.

When aiming for dismissal, start by carefully reviewing your ticket. Even minor errors by the issuing officer, such as incorrect dates, inaccurate vehicle information, or unclear handwriting, can become crucial points in your defense. A seasoned Miami traffic ticket lawyer will meticulously inspect these details to strengthen your case.

Next, gather compelling evidence to support your argument. Photos demonstrating unclear signage, witness statements backing your claim, or proof of malfunctioning traffic devices can significantly reinforce your defense. Documenting every detail provides your lawyer the tools they need to construct a powerful dismissal argument.

Contacting a reputable ticket law firm is also a vital step. Firms specializing in traffic tickets can quickly evaluate your situation, advising you on the most effective strategies for dismissal. Common successful defenses include challenging the accuracy of radar or laser speed-detection devices, questioning an officer’s observational accuracy, and highlighting improperly marked or obscured road signs.

Additionally, attending a state-approved traffic school could potentially result in reduced penalties or dismissal. An experienced Miami traffic ticket lawyer can determine if traffic school applies to your specific situation and how best to incorporate this option into your overall defense strategy.

Ultimately, working with a specialized Miami traffic ticket lawyer ensures that you have knowledgeable guidance throughout the process, saving you from unnecessary stress and significantly enhancing your likelihood of dismissal. With professional support, addressing your traffic ticket becomes a manageable experience, enabling you to move forward confidently.

This article is sponsored by Hochman & Goldin, P.A., a firm with 30 years of experience handling over 300,000 traffic tickets within Miami-Dade and Broward counties. To schedule a no-obligation consultation and learn how a Miami traffic attorney at Hochman & Goldin, P.A. can help you fight your traffic ticket, visit hochmanandgoldin.com.

Actors’ Playhouse Dedicates the Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein Center for the Performing Arts at the Miracle Theatre

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Brooke Noble

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July 23, 2025

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre is proud to announce the dedication of the Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein Center for the Performing Arts, honoring the extraordinary vision, leadership and generosity of the organization’s founders. This historic milestone celebrates the Steins’ lasting contributions to the performing arts in South Florida and their foundational role in shaping the company since its inception in 1988. This dedication honors the Steins within the Miracle Theatre, which remains the home of Actors’ Playhouse and continues to operate under its historic name.

For more than three decades, Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein have been passionate champions of live theatre and cultural access across Miami-Dade County. Their dedication has nurtured generations of families, artists and playwrights, helping to position the Miracle Theatre as a beloved cultural home in Coral Gables, a major Miami-Dade County Cultural Institution, and a designated Florida Presenting Cultural Organization.

Their vision was never clearer or more vital than in the early 1990s, when the historic Miracle Theatre, the crown jewel of Coral Gables’ Miracle Mile, was at risk of being sold and demolished to make way for big box retail. Refusing to let this architectural and cultural treasure disappear, the Steins led a bold campaign to save it. Under their leadership, Actors’ Playhouse forged a groundbreaking public-private partnership with the City of Coral Gables to acquire, restore and transform the space into a permanent home for the performing arts.

Thanks to the tireless efforts of the Steins and the success of a $10 million capital campaign led by Actors’ Playhouse backed by a community of supporters, the 1948 Art Deco movie palace was transformed into a vibrant, three-stage performing arts center. When the renovated theatre reopened in 1995 with a production of Man of La Mancha, it sparked a cultural renaissance in the heart of downtown Coral Gables. Today, the neighborhood is home to more than 100 restaurants, retailers, residences, a museum and art cinema, and over 150 multinational businesses.

This fall, Actors’ Playhouse will bring Man of La Mancha back to the stage to mark the theatre’s 30th anniversary and celebrate the full-circle moment of this new naming. The Steins’ belief that “no dream is impossible,” echoing the show’s iconic anthem “The Impossible Dream,” continues to inspire all who walk through the theatre’s doors.

“It is with sincere pride and privilege that we have worked alongside a community of talented individuals, supporters and patrons to make a difference through the power of live theatre,” said Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein. “We are grateful for the team effort that built this legacy and hope this honor inspires a new generation to pursue their dreams and contribute to a vibrant community.”

Today, the Miracle Theatre welcomes more than 150,000 patrons annually and remains a cornerstone of South Florida’s cultural scene. The naming of the Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein Center for the Performing Arts ensures that their legacy will continue to uplift audiences, artists and dreamers for generations to come.

A Gala Celebration will be held on Saturday, October 4 at the Miracle Theatre to honor the Steins and commemorate this milestone in the company’s history. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jackie Zucker, Actors’ Playhouse Development and Engagement Director, at jzucker@actorsplayhouse.org.

For more information about Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, visit www.ActorsPlayhouse.org.

About Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre3

Actors’ Playhouse is an award-winning nonprofit regional professional theatre company celebrating more than 35 years of artistic excellence. Located in the historic Miracle Theatre on Miracle Mile in downtown Coral Gables, Actors’ Playhouse is a Florida Presenting Cultural Organization and one of 12 major cultural institutions in Miami-Dade County. The company produces five Mainstage and four professional Children’s Theatre productions annually, a year-round Theatre Conservatory and Summer Camp Program, educational arts outreach programs, and the Young Talent Big Dreams countywide youth talent contest in partnership with The Children’s Trust. To learn more about Actors’ Playhouse, visit www.ActorsPlayhouse.org

Strive305 + Community Newspapers expands podcast series

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Irvans Augustin & Tico Casamayor

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July 23, 2025

Strive305, in collaboration with Community Newspapers, has quickly emerged as a standout platform for engaging, informative, and culturally relevant content in the Miami-Dade community. The podcast series, which encompasses diverse programming in English, Kreyol, and Spanish, reflects the dynamic and multicultural fabric of South Florida. Currently, Strive305 houses five active podcasts under the Community Newspapers studio umbrella, and its success continues to build momentum with plans for new and exciting shows launching in the coming months.

The flagship English-language podcast is hosted by Irvans Augstin and Tico Casamayor. These two dynamic hosts bring a wealth of knowledge, energy, and experience to the series, covering a range of topics relevant to the business, economic, and cultural landscape of Miami-Dade County. Irvans and Tico’s chemistry and familiarity with the local community allow them to craft content that resonates with their listeners while staying grounded in the issues that affect the everyday lives of their audience.

On the Kreyol side, Strive305 is proud to feature Candice Mondesir, the Executive Director of the Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce. Candice’s leadership in the Haitian-American community in Miami-Dade County is unparalleled, and her podcast offers listeners valuable insights into the issues, challenges, and opportunities that the Haitian-American community faces in South Florida. By highlighting local Haitian businesses, entrepreneurs, and cultural events, the podcast serves as a vital resource for listeners who seek to stay informed about the developments within the community, as well as the broader global conversations surrounding Haitian-American identity.

The Spanish podcast, led by Yamilet Rivas, President & Founder of the Camara de Comercio de Mujeres en Estados Unidos de America, is another crucial piece of Strive305’s programming. Through her leadership, the Spanish podcast amplifies the voices of Latina women in business and leadership roles, offering a platform to discuss the unique challenges they encounter. Yamilet’s podcast sheds light on the accomplishments, resilience, and growing influence of the Latina business community within Miami and beyond. The podcast not only supports Latina entrepreneurs but also fosters a sense of solidarity and empowerment among Spanish-speaking listeners who might feel underrepresented in mainstream media outlets.

In August, Strive305 will expand its reach even further with two exciting new additions to the podcast lineup. First, the Strive305 Virtutem Populo Economic Fellows Program, hosted by Clint John, will highlight the next generation of entrepreneurs from high schools across Miami-Dade. This initiative is set to bring young, innovative minds to the forefront, providing them with the opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial endeavors, share their stories, and inspire others. As Miami-Dade is known for its thriving startup culture, this podcast serves as a perfect opportunity to spotlight the creativity and ambition of high school students, who are the future of the region’s business landscape.

In addition to the Virtutem Populo podcast, Strive305 will introduce the Strive305 Hospitality/Food & Beverage Show, hosted by the team behind La Jama TV. This podcast will explore the diverse and vibrant hospitality scene that makes Miami one of the most sought-after destinations in the world. Miami’s food and beverage industry is a rich tapestry of different cultures, flavors, and traditions, and the new show will dive deep into these stories. From interviews with chefs, restaurateurs, and food critics to behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of Miami’s hospitality industry, the Strive305 Hospitality/Food & Beverage Show will provide listeners with an in-depth look at how Miami has become a global culinary hub. Additionally, this podcast will also highlight the challenges and triumphs of the local hospitality workforce, offering invaluable insights into the industry’s dynamic and ever-changing landscape.

What sets Strive305 apart is not just the diversity of topics, but the fact that it offers content that is deeply rooted in the local community. From entrepreneurial endeavors and economic empowerment to cultural celebration and business development, the podcast series strives to create an inclusive space where all voices are heard, acknowledged, and celebrated.

One of the key drivers of Strive305’s success is its commitment to representation. By providing content in multiple languages—English, Kreyol, and Spanish—the podcast series is ensuring that people from different cultural backgrounds and communities are not just passive consumers of content, but active participants in shaping the conversation. Strive305 reflects the diverse, multifaceted nature of Miami, and in doing so, it strengthens the bonds between various communities while fostering mutual respect and understanding.

As Strive305 continues to grow and evolve, it will undoubtedly become an even more influential platform in the region, bridging gaps and providing a voice to the entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders of tomorrow. With its unique blend of cultural awareness, business acumen, and community-driven storytelling, Strive305 is well on its way to becoming a pillar of Miami’s media landscape. The future looks bright for Strive305, and its expanding podcast offerings are sure to continue capturing the hearts and minds of listeners across Miami-Dade County and beyond.

What Home Buyers and Sellers Need to Know This Summer

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Alfredo Pujol

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July 23, 2025

The world loves Miami. South Florida real estate continues to experience high demand both domestically and globally due to its unique lifestyle, culture, world-class beaches, fintech hub, nightlife, shopping, entertainment, and more.

Miami real estate is outperforming the state and nation in wealth migration, price appreciation, sales of homes priced at $1M and above, employment, and many other metrics. It is our market fundamentals that make us unique.

Tips for Home Buyers

Local inventory is on the rise – that is great news for homebuyers as there are more options in our beautiful region to purchase. However, the inventory is still below pre-pandemic levels and needs to be increased, especially in key price points such as those below $1M.

As a home buyer, you will want access to the full range of opportunities, and our REALTOR® members can provide that – and more. To start, using a cooperative system called the Multiple Listing Service (or MLS), your REALTOR® can help you evaluate all active listings that meet your criteria, alert you to listings as soon as they come on the market, and provide data on recent sales to ensure that your offers are competitive.

Mortgage rates remain stubbornly high (near 7%), which puts a strain on affordability. Your REALTOR® with MIAMI Association of REALTORS® can reduce that rate by getting creative: accessing the 2-1 mortgage buydown program or seeking an assumable loan.

A REALTOR® is also essential if you are new to the region – they are experts on local neighborhoods tailored to your specific lifestyles and can orient you on where to find all the resources you need, both during the transaction and after closing. Want to know where to find information on amenities, utilities, hobbies, sports, zoning rules, contractors, landscapers, clubs, and more? REALTORS® are a wealth of knowledge. We continue to help you, your family, and friends years after a contract is signed because REALTORS® are the fabric of the South Florida community. We live here. We love this community. We are invested.

Changes in the Condo Market

New state condominium regulations requiring inspections of older condominium buildings and adequate reserves for repairs went into effect this year. Condo laws and the market continue to evolve, and the MIAMI Association of REALTORS® and our REALTOR® members are at the forefront with the latest updates on condo laws, tools, and education to successfully navigate these transactions.

Despite all the changes, Miami condos continue to appreciate in value. Miami condo prices have increased by 123.6% from April 2015 to April 2025, rising from $199,000 to $445,000.

As a condo buyer, a MIAMI REALTOR® has the expertise to guide you through the due diligence process. They understand the latest required forms, reports, disclosures, and critical legal and financial documents. MIAMI REALTORS® has been a longtime advocate for greater transparency and accountability in condominiums, working with elected officials to establish a public-facing local database that provides access to key condo documents.

Tips for Home Sellers

Miami real estate is a perennial leader in cash buyers and U.S. home price appreciation, which is incredible news for home sellers. Miami ended 2024 ranked No. 1 in the U.S. in home price appreciation, according to Cotality.

Miami single-family median prices have risen for 161 consecutive months (13.4 years), the longest-running streak on record. Condo median prices stayed even or increased in 159 of the last 167 months, a span that covers 13.9 years.

Living in Miami as a home seller, you have the advantage over other markets in that the world is your potential buyer. Consider that global buyers spent $3.1 billion on South Florida properties in 2024, and 10% of all U.S. global buyers purchased in South Florida. MIAMI REALTORS® can list your property on more websites and in front of more buyers in more countries.

When selling your home, it is imperative to price it correctly. The right price can make your home sell faster and prevent price cuts. The right price can spur multiple offers, and your odds of getting the best offer increase. The stats speak for themselves. The median price for a REALTOR® sold home nationally is $405,000, while a for-sale-by-owner sold home is $310,000, according to the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR).

A MIAMI REALTOR® has the expert knowledge and experience to guide you on your home-buying or selling journey. Learn more at MIAMIRealtors.com.

Miami Airport Leaders Speak at CasaCuba | Ralph Cutie & Juan Liscano at Networking Breakfast

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Alex Tsoukas

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July 22, 2025

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Miami’s Community Newspapers hosts its monthly networking breakfast at CasaCuba, featuring two major voices in aviation: Ralph Cutie, Director & CEO of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department, and Juan Liscano, Vice President of Miami Hub Operations for American Airlines.

They shared insights into the future of Miami International Airport, Miami Executive Airport, and Opa Locka Airport, and discussed the evolving landscape of air travel in South Florida.

Whether you’re a local business owner, frequent traveler, or aviation enthusiast, this is a must-watch!

🎥 Filmed at CasaCuba on July 17th, 2025.

Leading with Compassion: A Conversation with Antonio Villasuso of The Caring Place

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July 22, 2025

Join host Michael Miller for an inspiring episode of our video podcast as he sits down with Antonio Villasuso, President of The Caring Place. In this heartfelt conversation, Antonio shares the mission behind The Caring Place, the impact it’s having on the community, and his personal journey in nonprofit leadership. Discover how empathy, faith, and service come together to uplift lives and create lasting change. Whether you’re passionate about community work or simply need a dose of hope.

For more shows, visit: www.communitynewspapers.com/cnewstv

ABOUT US:

For more Miami community news, look no further than Miami Community Newspapers. This Miami online group of newspapers covers a variety of topics about the local community and beyond. Miami’s Community Newspapers offers daily news, online resources, podcasts and other multimedia content to keep readers informed. With topics ranging from local news to community events, Miami’s Community Newspapers is the ideal source for staying up to date with the latest news and happenings in the area.

This family-owned media company publishes more than a dozen neighborhood publications, magazines, special sections on their websites, newsletters, as well as distributing them in print throughout Miami Dade County from Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, South Miami, Kendall, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay and Homestead. Each online publication and print editions provide comprehensive coverage of local news, events, business updates, lifestyle features, and local initiatives within its respective community.

Additionally, the newspaper has exclusive Miami community podcasts, providing listeners with an in-depth look into Miami’s culture. Whether you’re looking for local Miami news, or podcasts, Miami’s Community Newspapers has you covered. For more information, be sure to check out: https://communitynewspapers.com.

If you have any questions, feel free to email Michael@communitynewspapers.com or Grant@communitynewspapers.com

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Davie Fire Rescue Hosts First Annual Teen Safety Night

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July 22, 2025

Safety event is for teens ages 14 to 18. Pre-registration required.

Davie Fire Rescue is excited to host its inaugural Teen Safety Night on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m. at 3801 S. Pine Island Road.

Designed for teens ages 14 to 18, this event will provide essential safety information and practical skills to help them stay informed and prepared. The lineup includes:

Impact Teen Driving – Presented by Safe Kids Broward
Cyber Safety – Featuring Davie Police Department Detective Adam Granit
Opioid Overdose Awareness – Presented by Robin Foundation Medical Students
Closing Seminar and Scholarship Opportunity – Featuring Sarah Perry of the Aden Perry Good Samaritan and Scholarship Fund

Food will be provided for all participants. Pre-registration is required and the first 50 individuals to register will receive a gift bag. Register online at www.davie-fl.gov/TeenSafetyNight. Registration will close on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 11 a.m.

Attendees will be eligible to receive service hours for their participation. To receive service hours, students must bring their school forms to be signed by a representative. Attendees are encouraged to arrive between 4 and 4:30 p.m.

For more information, please contact the Davie Community Provider at 954-797-1842 or email daviemih@davie-fl.gov.

Holy Cross Health Receives $5 Million Planned Gift to Heart & Vascular Care

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July 22, 2025

Downtown Photo — Photo Credit: Pavel Bronard Caption: Chuck and Jackie Frasier

Grateful patients Chuck and Jackie Frasier include Holy Cross Health in estate plans

Holy Cross Health has been blessed to receive one of the single largest planned gifts in its 70-year history, a transformative contribution that will benefit the hospital and patients now and in the future. Philanthropists and grateful patients, Charles “Chuck” and Jacqueline “Jackie” Frasier, have named Holy Cross Health in their estate plans, committing nearly $5 million to heart and vascular care.

“Chuck and Jackie chose to include Holy Cross Health in their estate plan as a way to honor the exceptional high-quality care they experienced at the hospital,” said Laura Denoux, vice president and chief development officer at Holy Cross Health. “The Frasiers’ extraordinary planned gift reflects their belief in the mission of Holy Cross Health and a heartfelt desire to make a meaningful, lasting impact. Inspired by the compassionate care they received from their clinical teams, their generosity will help shape the future of our health system and extend healing to patients and families for generations to come.”

The Fort Lauderdale, Florida couple is known for their dedication as philanthropists and community leaders with a passion for education, innovation and service. Chuck, a proud Michigan State University alumnus and retired packaging industry entrepreneur, built a successful 50-year career founding and leading companies focused on engineering and logistics. Together with Jackie, they have championed causes that reflect their shared commitment to excellence, sustainability and giving back by supporting initiatives that create lasting impact in their local community and beyond.

Earlier this year, the couple also demonstrated their commitment with a generous $250,000 multi-year pledge further strengthening heart and vascular care at Holy Cross.

“Holy Cross Health is a special place with special people where we have always felt cared for and supported,” Chuck said. “Dr. Llanos, Dr. Anand and the entire cardiovascular team saved my life. My wife and I are forever grateful and knew we had to give back in a meaningful way.”

The couple has trusted Holy Cross Health’s physicians and clinical teams for many years, for everything from routine care to lifesaving interventions, including a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). During their visits, they were inspired by the names of other generous donors displayed throughout the hospital. Now, their own names will join those donors who once inspired them with recognition on the main Philanthropy Gallery donor wall, as well as on the third floor of the Jim Moran Heart and Vascular Center.

“We’re very grateful to the Frasier family for this transformative gift to support the heart center of the future,” Holy Cross Health interventional cardiologist Alexander Llanos, M.D. and cardiac electrophysiologist Rishi Anand, M.D. said in a joint statement.

For more information about legacy giving, please reach out to Holy Cross Health’s Office of Philanthropy & Development at Donations@Holy-Cross.com or 954-542-8562 or visit holy-cross.giftlegacy.com/ or Holy-Cross.com/Giving

ABOUT HOLY CROSS HEALTH
A member of Trinity Health, Fort Lauderdale-based Holy Cross Hospital, dba Holy Cross Health, is a full-service, not-for-profit, Catholic, teaching hospital operating in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. Holy Cross has been recognized for six Types of Care in U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-25 Best Hospital rankings and was named among the 2024 America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek. Holy Cross has been designated as a High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for LGBTQ+ healthcare access. Through strategic collaborations and a commitment to being a person-centered, transforming, healing presence, the 557-bed hospital offers progressive inpatient, outpatient and community outreach services and clinical research trials to serve as our community’s trusted health partner for life. Holy Cross Health also encompasses Holy Cross HealthPlex outpatient facility, an urgent care center and more than 40 Holy Cross Medical Group physician practices. To learn more about Holy Cross Health, visit holy-cross.com. Connect @holycrossfl.

Holy Cross Medical Group Welcomes Interventional Spine and Pain Physician Chanë Price, M.D., M.S.

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July 22, 2025

price-chane — Photo Credit: Holy Cross Health

Interventional spine and pain physician Chanë Price, M.D., M.S. has joined Holy Cross Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician-employed group of more than 180 physicians providing services throughout Broward County.

Dr. Price’s focus areas include degenerative disc disease, facet arthritis, herniated discs, sciatica, neck and low back pain, sacroiliac dysfunction, spinal stenosis, compression fractures, post laminectomy lumbar syndrome, radiculopathies, peripheral neuropathies, spondylolisthesis, PRP therapies and CRPS conditions.

Board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in pain medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Price comes to Holy Cross Health from Baptist Health Medical Group. He was previously with Jackson Memorial Hospital-Jackson Health System in Miami and University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics (UMHC)/Sylvester. He was also an assistant professor, Residency Program Director, Vice Chair of Diversity Equity and Inclusion, and the outpatient Medical Director in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is co-president of Premier Medical Rehab Group, LLC.

At the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology, Dr. Price completed his pain medicine anesthesiology fellowship and at the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, he completed his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency. For three consecutive years, Dr. Price was the recipient of the Banovac Attending of the Year Award from the University of Miami’s Department of Physical Medicine, where he also was chief resident and resident of the year.

Dr. Price completed an internship at the University of Hawaii in Honolulu following graduation from Chicago Medical School. He served as a graduate research assistant and lab professor at Tennessee State University in Nashville, where he earned a master’s and bachelor’s degree in biological science and was an Academic All-American. Prior to medical school, he was an educator with the Nashville Metropolitan Public Schools system.

A member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Academy of Pain Medicine, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and American Medical Association, Dr. Price has co-authored books and chapters focusing on musculoskeletal ultrasound of the upper limb, anesthesia and analgesia and pain physiology. He is widely published in several journals, including Pain Physician Journal, American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and The Journal of Injury, Function and Rehabilitation.

Dr. Price also co-investigated a funded clinical study to establish the safety and effectiveness of high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) using the Neurolyser XR device for the treatment of lumbar facet arthritis low back pain.

Dr. Price’s office is located at 1000 NE 56th Street in Oakland Park. To schedule an appointment, call 954-542-7962 or visit holy-cross.com for more information.

ABOUT HOLY CROSS HEALTH
A member of Trinity Health, Fort Lauderdale-based Holy Cross Hospital, dba Holy Cross Health, is a full-service, not-for-profit, Catholic, teaching hospital operating in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. Holy Cross has been recognized for six Types of Care in U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-25 Best Hospital rankings and was named among the 2024 America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek. Holy Cross has been designated as a High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for LGBTQ+ healthcare access. Through strategic collaborations and a commitment to being a person-centered, transforming, healing presence, the 557-bed hospital offers progressive inpatient, outpatient and community outreach services and clinical research trials to serve as our community’s trusted health partner for life. Holy Cross Health also encompasses Holy Cross HealthPlex outpatient facility, an urgent care center and more than 40 Holy Cross Medical Group physician practices. To learn more about Holy Cross Health, visit holy-cross.com. Connect @holycrossfl.

Town Of Davie Hosts A School Supply Drive

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July 22, 2025

Accepting donations now through August 8, 2025

The Town of Davie in partnership with Rick and Rita Case Boys and Girls Club, Florence A. De George Unit Boys and Girls Club, and Davie Police Athletic League (PAL) is hosting a School Supply Donation Drive now through August 8, 2025. Donations will help children in need within our community to prepare for the upcoming school year.

To participate, please bring an item from the donation list to a drop-off location listed below.

Town of Davie Drop-off Locations:

Monday – Thursday

Town Clerk’s Office (Building C): 8800 SW 36th Street | 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Pine Island Multipurpose Center: 3801 S. Pine Island Road | 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fitness and Aquatic Center: 3800 SW 92nd Avenue | 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Davie Police Department Lobby: 1230 South Nob Hill Road | 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Davie Fire Rescue Department Main Lobby: 6901 Orange Drive | 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday

Davie Fitness and Aquatic Center: 3800 SW 92nd Avenue | 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Pine Island Multipurpose Center: 3801 S. Pine Island Road | 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday

Fitness and Aquatic Center: 3800 SW 92nd Avenue | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pine Island Multipurpose Center: 3801 S. Pine Island Road | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Acceptable items include:

Spiral Notebooks (wide and college-ruled)
Composition Books
Dry Erase Markers
Pens
#2 Pencils
Pencil Cases
Erasers
Pocket Folders (duo-tang style)
Rulers
Glue Sticks
Highlighters
Earbuds or Headphones

Please ensure that all donations are new and unused. Additionally, we ask that you follow the donation items list provided and make no substitutions.

Florida’s Back to School 2025 Sales Tax Holiday begins on Friday, August 1 and ends Sunday, August 31, 2025. Individuals can take full advantage on saving money on qualifying back-to-school supplies that are exempt from tax during this time when purchasing items to donate.

The school supply distribution will be completed in partnership with Rick and Rita Case Boys and Girls Club, Florence A. De George Unit Boys and Girls Club, and Davie PAL.

For more information about the donation drive, please contact Angela Madias, Davie Police Compliance and Accreditation Manager, at amadias@davie-fl.gov or 954-693-8395 or Chad Pezoldt, Assistant Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director, at cpezoldt@davie-fl.gov or 954-797-1151.

The Community Foundation of Broward Announces Two New Grants for Cancer Research, to Memorial Foundation and Nova Southeastern University, Totaling $900,000

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July 22, 2025

Cancer patients in Broward County are gaining greater access to cutting-edge research and treatments thanks to new grants from the Community Foundation of Broward totaling $900,000. The grants were awarded to Memorial Foundation, Lung Cancer Biomarkers & Precision Therapy — $450,000 over three years ($150,000 per year); and Nova Southeastern University, Exosome-Based Immunotherapies for Melanoma — $450,000 over three years. The latest round of cancer-fighting grants is made possible by dedicated local philanthropists who partner with the Community Foundation to support innovative opportunities to make cancer research and patient support more accessible in Broward.

The Community Foundation aims to advance local, breakthrough cancer research that makes lifesaving clinical trials, precision medicine and targeted therapies accessible to Broward cancer patients. It also strives to enable accessibility to revolutionary discoveries in cancer therapy and provide support systems for all Broward cancer patients. It seeks to make Broward known for its innovative cancer research and to become a hub for ideas and collaborative cancer research.

The Community Foundation believes that every Broward County resident diagnosed with cancer should have the best treatment and support where they live. Many Broward residents, including lower-income neighborhoods with minority residents, face barriers like poverty, discrimination and systemic inequities, creating obstacles for care. The Foundation’s cancer grants aim to close health equity gaps by prioritizing inclusive care and ensuring that diverse populations are represented and supported throughout their cancer journey.

Memorial Foundation, Lung Cancer Biomarkers & Precision Therapy: This research aims to expand and enhance a biobank focused on lung cancer by collecting and analyzing matched tumor tissue, circulating tumor DNA, and liquid biopsy samples from 150 patients. Samples will be collected from a diverse patient pool who are both the early and advanced stage lung cancer. This project is a collaborative effort between the Memorial Cancer Institute and Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. FAU will provide the long-term biobank storage and infrastructure to support the samples integrity and accessibility for future research. This project will enable real-time discovery of predictive and prognostic biomarkers, allowing clinicians to tailor treatments based on tumor biology and resistance patterns. The principal investigator is Luis E. Raez, MD, FACP, FASCO, chief scientific officer and medical director at the Memorial Cancer Institute.
Nova Southeastern University (NSU), Exosome-based Immunotherapies for Melanoma: This research studies how exosomes from melanoma cells treated with their proprietary H1/H2 inhibitors affect the immune system, especially when combined with immunotherapies. The researchers will analyze whether the exosomes help immune cells recognize and destroy melanomas more effectively, as well as study the changes of RNA and protein molecules found in exosomes upon treatment of melanoma cells with H1/H2 inhibitors. This will allow for discoveries that can be leveraged to develop better melanoma treatments. The principal investigator is Dmitriy Minond, Ph.D., professor at the Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy at NSU. The co-investigator is Vladimir Beljanski, Ph.D., associate professor at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Allopathic Medicine.

“Our new cancer-fighting grants are made possible by dedicated local philanthropists who partner with the Community Foundation to advance cancer research that fuels new discoveries and better treatments,” said Community Foundation President/CEO Jennifer O’Flannery Anderson, Ph.D. “Our grants help jump-start initial research and leverage additional support, enabling these innovative scientists to strive for breakthroughs that bring hope to cancer patients in Broward and beyond.”

Since 2016, the Community Foundation and its Fundholders have invested more than $3 million in bolstering local cancer research, increasing accessibility to breakthrough clinical trials and enhancing support systems for Broward County cancer patients.

The Community Foundation of Broward shepherds 571 charitable funds. In more than 40 years, it has provided $200 million in support of student achievement, the arts, career readiness, seniors in need, HIV/AIDs prevention, equity and social justice, environmental resilience, health care, mental health, affordable housing, disaster relief, nonprofit empowerment and much more.

For more information about the Community Foundation of Broward, please visit https://www.cfbroward.org/.

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Founded in 1984, the Community Foundation of Broward partners with families, individuals and organizations to create personalized charitable funds that deliver game-changing philanthropic impact. 571 charitable funds represent $300 million in assets, distributing $200 million in grants over the past 40 years. The Community Foundation transforms our community through focused leadership that fosters collaboration, builds endowment, advances equity and connects people who care to causes that matter. The Foundation empowers visionaries, innovators and doers to create the change they want to see in the community we love. www.cfbroward.org

The Deering Estate presents the Contemporary Currents 2025 exhibition series with the exhibition “Retorno” by Miquel Salom

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July 22, 2025

The Deering Estate ‘Contemporary Currents’ series is an annual program that integrates contemporary art with collections and historic houses. Artists are selected from the roster of past and current Artists-in-Residence at the Deering Estate to display their work on the second floor of the Richmond Cottage for a three to six-month period.

For the upcoming exhibition, the Deering Estate will feature Retorno, a retrospective survey of 2018 Artist-in-Residence Miquel Salom’s ICTUM OLIM VI … tempus fugit…. The exhibit includes a series of wet plate collodion photographs produced in situ while documenting the natural and built environments of the Deering Estate. Retorno will showcase an expanded study of Salom’s earlier work alongside an assortment of ephemera that illustrate the artist’s technical process and traces key moments in a dynamic career.

Installed in The Garden Room, a historic space in the Richmond Cottage at the Deering Estate, Retorno will be on view from August 1 to October 31, 2025.

An opening reception and documentary screening will take place on Sunday, September 7th, from 3 pm to 5 pm. Tickets for the opening reception are free and can be accessed through Eventbrite.com.

About the Artist:
Miquel Salom was born in the Mediterranean island of Mallorca in 1951. At the age of 14, his father gave him a Kodak Brownie Fiesta camera, and this changed his life igniting his lifelong artistic dedication to photography. Salom was largely self-taught and continues to publish, teach and lecture on photography. His work connects his personal observations with romantic narratives he has uncovered through his years of travel and exploration. He identifies as a visual storyteller through his mastery of the wet-plate collodion technique, a photographic process he became acquainted with through the work of Sally Mann. Salom has developed a signature 23-step process that allows him to create unique ambrotypes and tintypes of various subjects including the south Florida and Mallorcan landscapes, cityscapes and coastlines. His work joins contemporary artists exploring the revival of this alternative process and its unique handcrafted signature.

With an established international presence, Miquel Salom’s work has been exhibited in New York, Washington DC, New Mexico, Spain, Germany, Hong Kong, Singapore and Mallorca. Locally, Salom has exhibited at the Coral Gables Museum, the University of Miami Art Gallery in Wynwood and the Miami Institute of Photography. Previously, Salom served as Visiting Artist of the Art & Art History Department at the University of Miami.

About the Deering Estate
Deering Estate, located at 16701 SW 72 Ave. in Miami, is a 21st Century house museum, cultural and ecological field station, and a national landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, owned by the State of Florida and managed by Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. Deering Estate is designated as one of seven Miami-Dade County “Heritage Parks” which have a vital role in our community’s history, environment and in providing recreational and cultural experiences.

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