As part of our Guide to the Arts, which published in PRIME Magazine on Oct. 6, theater writer Oline H. Cogdill offered her Critic’s Picks for the best shows coming up in South Florida. ‘The Witches of Eastwick’ Oct. 19-Nov. 3, presented by Slow Burn Theatre Co. at Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale. Tickets start at $72.50 at slowburntheatre.org. Think of this lively, sexy musical as a devilish version of “The Real Housewives” franchise, as a trio of bored women... Read More
Broward County School Board Approves Collective Bargaining Agreements
Monday, October 14, 2024On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Broward County School Board members approved contract agreements reached with the Broward Teachers Union (BTU) Education Support Professionals (ESP), Technical Support Professionals (TSP) and the Federation of Public Employees (FOPE) for the 2023/24 school year. ... Read More
When the Elder Calls—From Outer Space
Billy Adkison, 91, spent his life farming in East Texas; he never wanted to go to outer space. “I don’t want to be higher than pulling corn and lower than digging taters,” he told CT. All the same, he has watched the skies from his yard to catch a glimpse of the International Space Station passing by—“like a big old star,” he said. Adkison wanted to keep an eye on one of his church elders, astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore, whose weeklong trip to space has been extended to eight... Read More
What Are Parents For?
In his 1990 essay collection, Wendell Berry considered the question “What are people for?” The answer, in true Berry fashion, is a beautifully intricate web of answers that add up to human flourishing. That flourishing is connected to the flourishing of the environment around us, and this answer also has deep theological roots. God’s promises in the Old Testament repeatedly revolved around blessing the land and the people together, not separately. We flourish when planted,... Read More
Why ‘Cat’ Uden is best for Hollywood | Letters to the editor
Thank you for your nuanced editorial endorsement of Catherine “Cat” Uden for mayor of Hollywood. Cat is not afraid to get involved or speak up. She has a proven track record of involvement and getting things accomplished in our city. She has shown great concern for our residents, and her grassroots approach and listening to residents throughout Hollywood is who she is and will continue to be. She supports sustainable development that does not overwhelm our already-burdened... Read More
Daily Horoscope for October 14, 2024
General Daily Insight for October 14, 2024 Staying humble may be a challenge. As the confident Sun argues with rash Mars at 4:15 am EDT, controlling our egos is difficult — watch out for prideful impulses! Later, the sensitive Moon conjoins dedicated Saturn, inspiring us to be nurturing and determined, as well as allowing us to show rather than tell our intentions. Finally, Venus faces off with unpredictable Uranus, making it hard to remain poised in the face of less than comfortable... Read More
Heat get look at presumptive opening-night lineup in 101-99 preseason win over Pelicans
So what does a Miami Heat starting lineup of Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jovic, Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro and Terry Rozier look like? The Heat got a first taste in Sunday’s exhibition victory. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here. Originally Published: October 13, 2024 at 6:05 p.m. ... Read More
Florida’s stone-crab season kicks off Tuesday. Did Hurricane Helene, Milton pinch supplies of seafood delicacy?
South Florida’s stone-crab season kicks off this Tuesday, Oct. 15, and despite back-to-back hurricanes barreling through the Gulf of Mexico, early signs point to abundant claws and prices even with last season. Fresh claws will hit fish markets, wholesalers and restaurant menus as soon as Wednesday, the morning after crabbing vessels are allowed to pull traps by state law. Yet the big question remains: Just how much will stone crabs cost fans of the sweet crustacean treat? Carline... Read More
Alpert JFS delivers Rosh Hashanah meals to Holocaust survivors
Ahead of the High Holy Days, Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS) delivered hot Rosh Hashanah meals filled with gefilte fish, matzah ball soup, honey, honey cake, cans of carrots, green beans and sweet potatoes to 100 Holocaust survivors in our local community. The survivors live in cities from Boynton Beach north to Stuart. The meals were prepared by The Kind Kitchen, a nonprofit that provides warm, nourishing meals to those in need. Alpert JFS provides holiday... Read More
Lawyer who threatened Florida TV stations over abortion ad leaves Health Department job
The top attorney for the Florida Department of Health left his post within days of sending a letter to television stations on behalf of the state agency that threatened to criminally prosecute them if they did not take down a political advertisement in support of an abortion ballot initiative. John Wilson, general counsel for the state agency since 2022, sent a letter to TV stations on Oct. 4 telling them to take down political advertisements run by a political committee that supports the... Read More