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What to expect from Fort Lauderdale's new "Water District': aquariums, art and rooftop dining
6+ hour, 33+ min ago (359+ words) The peninsula that's home to both the International Swimming Hall of Fame and the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center now has a catchy new name: The Water District. The rebranding dovetails with the ongoing $220 million redesign of the Hall of Fame....
Five-story Rolex store to open on Las Olas if Fort Lauderdale approves plan
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (956+ words) High-end luxury in the form of a five-story Rolex-branded jewelry store could be coming to Fort Lauderdale's Las Olas Boulevard. The store, operated by Weston Jewelers, would rise at 1117 E. Las Olas Blvd. , right along the Himmarshee Canal on the northwest…...
Fort Lauderdale Police K-9 recovering from successful surgery after shooting
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (232+ words) Appie, a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois who works for Fort Lauderdale Police, is recovering from a successful surgery after he was shot in the shoulder during a burglary investigation on Saturday. Shortly before 7: 30 p. m. Saturday, officers were called to the 1600 block of…...
In "chaotic" times, Graham Nash will bring peace and classic harmonies to Fort Lauderdale
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (801+ words) Yes, Graham Nash is angered by a lot of what is happening in America, a country he sees still held hostage by the prejudices and political violence that more than 50 years ago encouraged memorably powerful protest music from David Crosby,…...
New top boss making waves at Fort Lauderdale City Hall. She says it's just the beginning.
1+ week, 15+ hour ago (1776+ words) Some local government officials, wary of the uncertain economic climate, are keeping a close eye on spending. But in Fort Lauderdale, City Manager Rickelle Williams is reportedly making waves by initiating rapid, sweeping changes in her first year on the…...
Jet Blue expands in Fort Lauderdale, adds new Cleveland route and more flights to 9 cities
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (321+ words) Jet Blue Airways, in yet another move to expand its presence at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, announced Thursday it intends to add Cleveland to the mix along with an array of additional flights to multiple U. S. and Caribbean destinations in July....
Frontier starts nonstop flights to six large U. S. cities from Fort Lauderdale
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (406+ words) Frontier Airlines launched new nonstop service Thursday from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to four major U. S. cities, and intends to launch flights to two more destinations later this week. The Denver-based budget carrier is offering introductory fares of $29 to all six…...
HUD secretary visits Fort Lauderdale to pitch updated Opportunity Zone program
1+ week, 2+ day ago (754+ words) U. S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner paid a visit to Fort Lauderdale to talk up the federal "Opportunity Zones 2. 0 Program," a Trump Administration effort to boost housing and business prospects in distressed communities. Convening with representatives of Florida Commerce,…...
Theater review: Slow Burn's "Catch Me If You Can' at Broward Center is one show you don't want to miss
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (464+ words) Slow Burn Theatre Co. soars high into its 16th season with a lively production of the musical "Catch Me If You Can," running now through Oct. 26 at Fort Lauderdale's Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Under the assured direction of Patrick…...
Demolished hotel will be replaced with new housing in Fort Lauderdale
1+ week, 3+ day ago (245+ words) Several names have been attached to the property on the west side of Federal Highway just north of East Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. It previously was called the Clarion Inn and The Link hotel. Soon, a developer wants it…...