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Episode 10 of 57weeks.COM pOdcast. Apple Dumpling Episode

Tom Truex, is the featured host in the podcast, 57Weeks. In Episode 10 he gives you some details on the life and death of “Wild Bill Hickok.” Also his take on the importance of an old school recipe for apple dumplings. Episode available on 57Weeks.Com or Spotify. ... Read More

Slain mom feared estranged husband would kill her, records show. Now, he’s charged in 3 murders

A 4-year-old girl walked barefoot through a still-dark Tamarac neighborhood early Sunday morning. She was following her father, who was dressed in all black with a 9 mm handgun, as he followed his estranged wife who was running from home to home. Seraphine had already witnessed her father shoot and kill her maternal grandfather, David Ponzer, 64, as he drank his coffee just after 6 a.m. on his back patio in the 5800 block of North Plum Bay Parkway, a probable cause affidavit for Nathan... Read More

1,500 High School Juniors Participate in the 8th Annual Claim Your Future Showcase

Tuesday, February 18, 2025Approximately 1,500 high school juniors from across Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) are getting a jump start on exploring their career options as they meet face-to-face with local business leaders during the annual Claim Your Future Showcase. ... Read More

Judge rejects self-defense claim of Miramar murder suspect

A Broward judge rejected the self-defense claim of a defendant who said he killed his sometime Miramar roommate because he was afraid the man was about to rape him. Broward Circuit Judge Lorena Mastrarrigo offered no explanation for her ruling other than to say she considered the testimony of the police, the medical experts and the defendant, Marvin Jean-Pierre. Originally Published: February 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM EST ... Read More

UCF heads to Oklahoma State eager to end worst losing streak in 9 years

UCF basketball is mired in one of its worst losing streaks in almost a decade, dropping six straight games for the first time since the 2016-17 season. What was once a season brimming with optimism is quickly trending towards apathy. The Knights (13-12, 4-10 Big 12) will look to snap out of their funk when they travel to Stillwater to face Oklahoma State (12-13, 4-10). It’s been a rough patch for Johnny Dawkins’ team, with four of the six losses during this stretch by double digits,... Read More

Teen killer pleads guilty to slaying romantic rival with a sword

Madgelyn Emile looked at Andre Clements Tuesday morning and cursed him with undeserved kindness. “I’m sorry I got to meet you like this,” she said to the man who confessed to driving a sword into her son’s chest after beating him so badly he begged for an end to his suffering. Originally Published: February 18, 2025 at 1:58 PM EST ... Read More

A guide to farmers’ markets: Day or night, year-round or seasonal, there’s an outdoor market for you in South Florida

Outdoor markets in South Florida are serving a side of fresh air along with fresh produce, flowers, baked goods and juices, among other locally grown, made and sourced items this season. No matter if they’re labeled green, farmers’ or artisans’ markets, the gatherings are a source of one-stop shopping for specialty goods that help patrons kick their cooking up a notch while also supporting small businesses. The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale has food and other... Read More

‘Super-qualified judge’: Broward bench picks Carol-Lisa Phillips to be next chief of courts

Broward County’s first female chief judge left office 34 years ago. The second will begin her service in May. But Miette K Burnstein has no advice for Carol-Lisa Phillips about navigating the politics of the job or tackling the enormous administrative responsibilities. “Believe me, she needs no advice,” said Burnstein, now retired and living in Miami-Dade County. “She is a super-qualified judge.” Broward Circuit Court Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips in her courtroom at the... Read More

The best bath pillow

What does a bath pillow do? Having a warm bath after a hard day is a great way to unwind some of that built-up stress. If you really want to enhance the experience, consider adding a bath pillow. It can add some support for your head and neck and is significantly more comfortable than a tub’s hard surface. Bath pillows come in a variety of types, and this guide covers what you need to know about them to help you make the best purchase decision. Types of bath pillows Filling bath... Read More