Citizens Rates Are Dropping in Broward and Palm Beach. A Big Flood Insurance Rule Arrives January 1.
State regulators approved decreases for most Citizens policyholders in both counties, and Broward homeowners got the largest county-level cut in Florida. Two policy types went up. And a flood insurance requirement reaches every covered policy on January 1.
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New Parks Are Coming to Broward and Palm Beach County. Here Is Where They Are Going.
A 36-acre park opens in Parkland this fall. A dead golf course in Boca Raton is finally becoming a public park. A $36 million aquatic center opens in January. Here is every major public park project underway in both counties.
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Found a Wild Animal in Broward or Palm Beach County? Here's Exactly What to Do
Every wildlife rescue center in both counties, with verified hours, phone numbers, and what each one accepts. Plus what to do in the first ten minutes, and when to leave the animal alone.
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Broward School Buses Can Now Ticket Drivers: What to Know About the New $225 Camera Program
Cameras are on nearly 1,300 Broward school buses. Warnings start August 10, $225 notices start September 9. When you have to stop, who reviews the footage, and the 30-day clock that starts when a notice arrives.
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The $100 Million Question: Inside Coral Springs' Sportsplex Gamble
Coral Springs wants to turn its Sportsplex into a regional sports-tourism destination. Cost concepts have ranged from $60 million to more than $250 million, a proposed tax increase was rejected, and a November ballot measure could squeeze the budget. Here is the full picture, and how to weigh in.
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The School in a Former Mall: Inside Coral Springs' Decade-Long Fight to Move Its Charter School
Coral Springs Charter School has run inside a converted 1977 shopping mall for more than 25 years. The city has considered at least four relocation sites, and each fell through. Now a potential $70 million deal could finally do it, and it is reshaping the Sportsplex timeline too.
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Pompano Beach Is Building Two Downtowns at Once, Three Miles Apart
Roughly $4 billion across two projects, one public and stalled on a financing vote, one private and already open.
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West Palm Beach's Warehouse Strip Just Became a $1 Billion Neighborhood
Phase one is open, the Nora Hotel and Pastis arrive this fall, and close to 750 homes are planned.
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Coconut Creek Is Building a Downtown From Scratch on a 108-Year-Old Farm
After more than two decades of planning, MainStreet at Coconut Creek is finally under construction. A $1 billion, 170-acre downtown with a Whole Foods anchor, 1,600-plus homes, and 50 acres of parks is rising on the old Johns Family Farm, with Lennar on board.
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The $1.3 Billion Road Project About to Reshape How You Get Around
After nearly 40 years of planning, the $1.3 billion SW 10th Street Connector breaks ground in late 2026. Here is the timeline, the detours to plan around, and what it means for your commute and your property value across five Broward communities.
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Back to School 2026-27: The Complete Broward & Palm Beach County Guide
First day is Monday, August 10, 2026. Here is the complete 2026-27 guide: key calendar dates, the now-permanent August sales tax holiday, required immunizations and physicals, transportation, meals, and a week-by-week countdown.
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Hurricane Season 2026: The Complete South Florida Homeowner's Prep Guide
Evacuation zones, sandbag distribution sites, shelter registration, supply kits, the new year-round tax exemptions, insurance deadlines, condo and HOA rules, boat prep, and post-storm scam protection for Broward and Palm Beach Counties.
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4th of July 2026 in Broward & Palm Beach Counties: Fireworks, Festivals, Family Fun & More
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with South Florida's biggest fireworks shows, family festivals, beach celebrations, waterfront events, boat viewing locations, and local traditions throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties.
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Best Free Places to Watch Fireworks in Broward & Palm Beach Counties for July 4, 2026
Looking for the best free places to watch Fourth of July fireworks in South Florida? From Deerfield Beach and Delray Beach to Downtown West Palm Beach and Hollywood Beach, we've rounded up the top free viewing spots across Broward and Palm Beach Counties.
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Best Family-Friendly July 4th Events in Broward & Palm Beach Counties (2026)
Looking for the best Fourth of July celebrations for kids and families? We've rounded up the top family-friendly events in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, including Coral Springs, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Deerfield Beach, and Wellington, with activities, entertainment, food, and fireworks that go far beyond the grand finale.
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Best Places to Watch July 4th Fireworks by Boat in Broward & Palm Beach Counties (2026)
Planning to celebrate Independence Day on the water? Discover the best places to watch July 4th fireworks by boat in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, including Lake Boca, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Hillsboro Inlet, and more. Includes boat ramps, fuel docks, waterfront restaurants, safety tips, and local advice.
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Boca Raton's Best Pizza: We Ranked 6 Mom and Pop Shops, East vs West
Boca can't agree on its best slice, so we settled it. Six local pizzerias, three in East Boca, three in West, all in a single day. No chains allowed.
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Kids Eat Free in South Florida (2026): Broward & Palm Beach County Guide
Discover where kids eat free across Broward and Palm Beach County with this day-by-day guide to family restaurant deals, free kids meals, and dining specials.
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The Ultimate Guide to Water Parks & Family Aquatic Centers in South Florida (2026)
Discover the best water parks and family aquatic centers in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. From Rapids Water Park and Calypso Bay to Paradise Cove, Coconut Cove, and Safari Splash, this is your complete 2026 South Florida family guide.
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The Ultimate Guide to Splash Pads in Broward County (2026)
Discover the best splash pads in Broward County for families. Explore free splash pads in Parkland, Sunrise, Plantation, Tamarac, Davie, Weston, Hollywood, Miramar, and more.
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The Ultimate Guide to Splash Pads in Palm Beach County (2026)
Discover the best splash pads in Palm Beach County, including Royal Palm Beach, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Riviera Beach, and more.
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Summer Real Estate Guide
The pros, cons, and local market insights every South Florida buyer and seller should know.
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Fresh Produce Guide
The best farmers markets, produce stands, and local farms in Broward & Palm Beach Counties.
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Florida's Massive Property Tax Proposal Explained: What South Florida Homeowners Need to Know Before Voting in November
Florida voters will decide on a major property tax amendment this November. Here's what the proposal means, how Florida property taxes work, who could benefit, who could be impacted, and what South Florida homeowners need to know before heading to the polls.
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22 Best Events in Palm Beach County – June 2026
From concerts and festivals to family-friendly activities and local favorites, discover the best events happening throughout Palm Beach County this June.
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The Best Events Happening in Broward County This June (2026)
Discover some of the best events happening throughout Broward County in June 2026 including concerts, festivals, farmers markets, family events, Pride celebrations, comedy shows, and more.
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The Best Free & Cheap Summer Activities for Kids in Broward & Palm Beach County (2026)
Discover free and budget-friendly summer activities for kids in Broward and Palm Beach County including Kids Bowl Free, summer reading programs, free workshops, discounted movies, and more.
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The Best Ice Cream and Dessert Shops in Broward County
From small-batch artisanal scoops in Coral Springs to a 1956 ice cream parlor in Dania Beach and Las Olas pastry destinations — your complete guide to Broward County's best ice cream and dessert shops.
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Your Complete Guide to Sea Turtle Nesting Season 2026 on Palm Beach County Beaches
Palm Beach County just earned a new title: the Sea Turtle Capital of Florida. With approximately 2 million hatchlings emerging annually from 47 miles of coastline, here's everything you need to know about one of nature's most extraordinary events — happening right in your backyard.
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Juno Beach: The Complete Family Guide to Palm Beach County's Best-Kept Coastal Gem
Sea turtles, a world-class marine center, a 990-foot fishing pier, pristine Atlantic beaches, and some of the best seafood in Palm Beach County — here's everything you need to know about one of South Florida's most special coastal communities.
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The 10 Best Parks in Palm Beach County for Families
From a world-class wildlife boardwalk and the county's largest outdoor adventure destination to a free science museum inside a playground and Florida's largest state park — Palm Beach County's parks are extraordinary. Here's your complete guide to the best of them for families.
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Your Complete Guide to Summer Deals, Passes & Freebies for Families in Broward & Palm Beach County (2026)
From the new South Florida Adventure Pass (Zoo Miami added for 2026!) to free museum days, no-cost nature centers, and library programs — here's every deal worth knowing about for families this summer across Broward and Palm Beach Counties.
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The 10 Best Parks in Broward County for Families
From world-famous butterfly conservatories and cable water-skiing to waterfront nature trails and massive water parks, Broward County's park system is one of the best in Florida. Here's your complete guide to the top spots for families across the county.
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The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Broward & Palm Beach County
Great food, forgiving atmospheres, and enough to keep the little ones entertained while you actually enjoy your meal. Here are the top family-friendly restaurants across both counties — from waterfront Fort Lauderdale to Delray Beach to West Palm Beach.
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West Palm Beach Is Eating Well in 2026: The New Restaurant Openings Reshaping Palm Beach County's Dining Scene
From Michelin-starred chefs and iconic New York brasseries to waterfront Italian landmarks and a buzzy new neighborhood district that's changing the city's identity, Palm Beach County's restaurant scene is having its biggest year ever. Here's everything you need to know.
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Broward's Dining Scene Is Having a Full Glow-Up in 2026 — Here's Every Major Restaurant Opening to Know
From Miami heavyweights crossing the county line to a Michelin signal that changed the conversation, Broward County's restaurant scene is in the middle of its most ambitious year ever. Here's your complete guide to what's open, what's coming, and why it matters.
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The Condo Reckoning: What Florida's Building Safety Law Is Still Doing to South Florida's Market
Special assessments. Soaring HOA fees. An 11-month inventory overhang. Three years after Florida passed its landmark building safety law, the condo market in Broward and Palm Beach County is still working through the consequences — and buyers have more leverage than they've had in years.
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The Broward Housing Squeeze: Why Finding a Single-Family Home Just Got Harder
Sales are climbing, listings are shrinking, and buyers are competing harder than they have in years. Here's what the latest data means for homeowners and buyers across Broward County.
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The Corner That Changed Coral Springs
After decades of talk and years of construction delays, Coral Springs' $250 million Cornerstone development is finally reshaping the city's most important intersection — one building, restaurant, and signed lease at a time.
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