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Boca Raton, FL – In preparation for the 2023 hurricane season, the City of Boca Raton earned a StormReady Certification from the National Weather Service – the only City in Palm Beach County to do so. As a StormReady municipality, the City is better prepared to save lives and prevent damage from severe weather through advanced planning, education, and awareness.

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Amelia Earhart was not only the first woman to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic but also a founder and first president of The Ninety–Nines, an international organization for the advancement of female pilots.

Speed Queen Laundry Opens Boca Raton Location

First-Generation College Student Says Faith, Family, and Determination Pay Off

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• In a remarkable real estate transaction, a luxurious home in Boca Raton has been sold for an astounding $20 million, surpassing its previous year’s price by an impressive $2.5 million. According to The Wall Street Journal, the opulent property located in Boca Raton, Florida, has changed hands in a lucrative deal. This sale demonstrates the significant appreciation in value that the property has undergone within a relatively short span of time.

• Speed Queen, the global leader in laundromat equipment, announces its continued expansion of its Speed Queen Laundromat franchise with its first store in Florida. The Speed Queen Laundry, located at 301 NE Spanish River Blvd. in Boca Raton, offers customers 2,500 square feet of space that features cutting-edge laundry equipment and ample space to spread out.

• Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is on the verge of a momentous breakthrough as it stands to receive a substantial $30 million donation for the establishment of a state-ofthe-art College of Dentistry. The source of this exciting news is an article published by The Capitolist, a reputable news outlet renowned for its coverage of political and educational developments.

• In an exciting development for downtown Boca Raton, plans are underway to break ground on a state-of-the-art office building in 2025. The information was reported by the Sun Sentinel on June 5, 2023. According to the article, the upcoming office building aims to further enhance the city’s business district, offering modern amenities and innovative features. Its construction signifies the ongoing growth and economic development in the area.

• A speaker talking about disparities in healthcare, a tour guide answering questions about ancestral contributions, a gathering of neighbors in a community space, and an interactive outlet for children to create art … Each of these programs represents a way for residents to connect, relate and center themselves in a rapidly changing society, which program organizers envision contributing to improved mental health.

• The Carey Family Foundation including Vernon Carey Sr. and LaTavia Carey presented $10,000 in scholarships to seniors at Miami Norland Senior High School, Miami Carol City Senior High School, Miami Central High School and Booker T. Washington Senior High School.

• Advance Auto Parts Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts supplier, today announced a $300,000 gift to Broward College aimed at increasing participation in the school’s automotive technology

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program, as well as providing needed tools and equipment to support student learning.

• Twenty-eight students from Atlantic Community High School in Delray Beach, FL, recently enjoyed an end of school year afternoon of mindfulness at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens thanks to funding from BeWellPBC, a behavioral health and wellness initiative committed to supporting community solutions from residents while increasing and improving interagency coordination and alignment in Palm Beach County. Atlantic High Maya Lopez won a youth mini-grant from BeWellPBC to provide students from underserved communities the opportunity to visit the museum and practice holistic mindfulness in nature. Students who attended are part of the school’s Mindfulness Club, the first of its kind in the state of Florida.

• The second annual Delray Beach Concours D’Elegance, happening at Old School Square on June 17th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will showcase $50 million worth of classic and contemporary cars. More than 100 historically significant vehicles will be on the field. The free community event celebrating Father’s Day will benefit Achievement Centers for Children & Families, Delray Citizens for Delray Police, Delray Fire Benevolent, Community Classroom Kitchen and Miracle League of Palm Beach County.

• The average renter in 11 U.S. markets must make a six-figure annual salary to avoid being classified as rent-burdened, according to a new report from researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools. At the end of April, the largest salary needed to dodge the rent-burdened label is $131,563 in San Jose, California. The average renter also needed to make at least $100,000 a year in New York; Miami; San Francisco; San Diego; Oxnard, Calif; Boston; Los Angeles; Bridgeport, Connecticut; Honolulu; and Riverside, California.

• Dr. Gail Rubin-Kwal and Richard Kwal have made a seven-figure gift to Keeping the Promise…The Campaign for Boca Raton Regional Hospital. The gift will be acknowledged with the naming of the fountain featured outside the Toby and Leon Cooperman Medical Arts Pavilion.

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Florida Atlantic University Poised to Secure $30 Million for New College of Dentistry

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is on the verge of a momentous breakthrough as it stands to receive a substantial $30 million donation for the establishment of a state-of-the-art College of Dentistry. The source of this exciting news is an article published by The Capitolist, a reputable news outlet renowned for its coverage of political and educational developments.

The article highlights the transformative impact of this significant donation on FAU’s aspirations to provide outstanding oral healthcare services to the community. While the identity of the benevolent donor remains undisclosed at present, their extraordinary generosity will undoubtedly propel FAU’s vision of a College of Dentistry into a tangible reality.

FAU, known for its unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, has long nurtured the dream of creat-

ing a dedicated institution for dental education and research. This remarkable contribution, as outlined in The Capitolist, will serve as a catalyst in turning this dream into a concrete, game-changing endeavor that will leave an indelible mark on both the university and the surrounding region.

With the promise of this unprecedented financial backing, FAU’s College of Dentistry is set to become a beacon of dental excellence, attracting top-tier faculty and students alike. By harnessing the power of this generous donation, FAU will be able to equip its future dental professionals with the cutting-edge

resources and facilities needed to advance oral healthcare practices, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to the broader field of dentistry.

The Capitolist’s article sheds light on the historic nature of this impending investment, underscoring the positive ripple effects it will generate within the dental community and the region as a whole. Through this transformative funding, FAU will fortify its reputation as a leading educational institution and bolster its commitment to addressing society’s pressing healthcare needs.

As the details of this extraordinary donation unfold, FAU stands on the precipice of a new era, poised to revolutionize dental education, research, and patient care. The Capitolist’s insightful coverage ensures that this groundbreaking development receives the attention and recognition it rightly deserves.

Speed Queen Laundry Opens Boca Raton Location

Speed Queen, the global leader in laundromat equipment, announces its continued expansion of its Speed Queen Laundromat franchise with its first store in Florida.

The Speed Queen Laundry, located at 301 NE Spanish River Blvd. in Boca Raton, offers customers 2,500 square feet of space that features cutting-edge laundry equipment and ample space to spread out.

“With high performance equipment in capacities up to 80 pounds, customers will find washers and dryers to meet their specific needs,” said Peter Wolff, owner of the franchise store. “I can’t wait to introduce the community to a customer experience like nothing else they’ve seen. This store truly is a cut above the rest.”

The store kicked off grand opening events with a free wash weekend this past weekend and another set for June 9-11.

Speed Queen Laundry stores are more than just a place to do laundry for customers; they are a welcoming spot for the community and constructed with families in mind.

The bright, open design of Speed Queen Laundry stores not only enhances the aesthetics, but also increases overall safety. Free high-speed internet, comfortable seating and tables, and a kid-friendly lounge area featuring complimentary use of iPads will keep everyone entertained and happy while waiting for your wash. Speed Queen Laundry locations offer a drop-off wash and fold service and retail items such as laundry bags and laundry care products.

Customers don’t need to fumble through quarters as Speed Queen Laundry locations are cashless and mobile payment friendly.

Spady Cultural Heritage Museum Awarded Two Grants for Programs that Support Community Wellness and Mental Health

to use their voices and talents to make the world a better place.

“We’re pleased to support programming that addresses youth mental health and wellness in our communities,” said Palm Health Foundation President and CEO Patrick McNamara. “The Spady Museum creates spaces for meaningful community engagement to flourish.”

staff will continue to create and offer programs and events that bring our residents together for dialogue, community-building, history lessons, art development and cultural education, in order to foster a more culturally sensitive, aware and accepting Palm Beach County.”

Delray Beach, FL – A speaker talking about disparities in healthcare, a tour guide answering questions about ancestral contributions, a gathering of neighbors in a community space, and an interactive outlet for children to create art … Each of these programs represents a way for residents to connect, relate and center themselves in a rapidly changing society, which program organizers envision contributing to improved mental health.

Each of these programs is also an offering of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, which has recently received grants to support the continuation of these offerings to Palm Beach County residents.

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The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum received $25,000 from Palm Health Foundation for its operation-

al and programmatic needs, promoting its mission of preserving and sharing cultural heritage, which supports mental health among certain demographics.

The Spady’s lecture series promotes community engagement and dialogue on topics pertaining to health, self-care and empowerment. Also with the youth, the museum teaches young women confidence and character and

Palm Health Foundation is Palm Beach County’s community foundation for health. With the support of donors, the foundation builds strong community partnerships, advocates for its most vulnerable neighbors and inspires innovative solutions to lead change for better health now and for generations to come. The foundation supports health equity for Palm Beach County residents of all races, sexual orientations, incomes and backgrounds. Since 2001, the foundation has invested more than $91 million in Palm Beach County health. For more information about Palm Health Foundation, visit palmhealthfoundation.org or call (561) 833-6333.

Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin Counties

The Spady Museum alsoreceived a grant in the amount of $50,000 from the Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin Counties to support its operations and programming initiatives.

“The museum is thrilled and heartened by the tangible support it is receiving from two significant foundations that are focused on the needs of its community,” said Charlene Farrington, executive director of the Spady Museum. “Our leadership and

The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties is a nonprofit organization that leads philanthropy locally. The foundation provides charitable expertise and vehicles to increase the investment options on behalf of individuals, family foundations, and corporations. Since 1972, the foundation has distributed over $200 million in grants and scholarships aimed at closing the area’s opportunity gaps. With its vast network of donors and nonprofit partners, the foundation supports initiatives that improve youth and education, economic opportunity, thriving communities, and crisis preparation and response. Learn more at https://yourcommunityfoundation.org.

Downtown Boca Raton Poised for Groundbreaking of New Office Building in 2025

In an exciting development for downtown Boca Raton, plans are underway to break ground on a state-of-the-art office building in 2025. The information was reported by the Sun Sentinel on June 5, 2023.

According to the article, the upcoming office building aims to further enhance the city’s business district, offering modern amenities and innovative features. Its construction signifies the ongoing growth and economic development in the area.

The project, set to be located in the heart of downtown Boca Raton, has generated anticipation among local businesses and residents. The new office building, which may include office fitouts, is expected to bring numerous benefits to the community, including job opportunities, increased foot traffic, and potential economic prosperity.

The Sun Sentinel article highlights the significance of this project for Boca Raton, emphasizing the city’s commitment to fostering a thriving business environment. The office building’s design and functionality are expected to attract a diverse range of com-

panies, further diversifying the local economy.

With its modern facilities and strategic location, the office building aims to create a dynamic workplace that promotes collaboration, productivity, and innovation. The developers have emphasized their commitment to sustainable practices, intending to incorporate energy-efficient technologies and environmentally friendly design elements.

The article also mentions that the project is still in the planning stages, with various stakeholders involved in the decision-making process. The developers are working closely with city officials to ensure that the building complies with zoning regulations and meets the city’s urban design standards.

The Sun Sentinel’s report concludes by expressing the optimism and excitement surrounding this upcoming addition to downtown Boca Raton. As plans progress and construction commences in 2025, residents and businesses eagerly await the opening of this new office building, which is poised to be a transformative landmark in the city.

Boca Raton Residence Sells for $20 Million, Fetching $2.5 Million Over Last Year’s Price

price increase of $2.5 million when compared to the previous year. This upward trend signifies the high demand and desirability of real estate in the Boca Raton area. The affluent buyers’ willingness to pay a premium for this prestigious residence underscores its allure and exclusive features.

In a remarkable real estate transaction, a luxurious home in Boca Raton has been sold for an astounding $20 million, surpassing its previous year’s price by an impressive $2.5 million.

According to The Wall Street Journal, the opulent property located in Boca Raton, Florida, has changed hands in a lucrative deal. This sale demonstrates the significant appreciation in value that the property has undergone within a relatively short span of time.

The report highlights the remarkable

Further details regarding the property, such as its exact location and specifications, are not mentioned in the article. However, the substantial increase in price speaks to the luxurious nature of the residence and its attractive amenities.

The Wall Street Journal’s coverage of this notable transaction sheds light on the vibrant and dynamic real estate market in Boca Raton, Florida. By fetching a remarkable $20 million, the property sets a new benchmark for high-end home sales in the area.

For the past several years I’ve been improving my habit of not letting a day go by without recording some thoughts which, unexpectedly, enter my mind. God continues to flood my brain with new ideas which rapidly permeate my thinking.

To that end, and aware of how fugitive such thoughts are, as soon as I’m aware of them I swiftly apprehend them on paper, or record them on tape while they are fresh, for further clarification and expansion, besides eventual broader use.

I have collected them on restaurant napkins, the back of used envelopes, small sheets of paper, as well as pads on which those thoughts are better organized for later, improved usefulness.

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Capturing Your Fugitive Thoughts

These have become springboards for articles, are included in blogs I write, talks I give, and even in my teaching and preaching, whenever appropriate. Had I failed to capture those ideas and thoughts as quickly as they enter my mind, I would never find them again, nor be able to utilize them for a wider, beneficial aim.

Anyone can (and should) develop the habit of thinking. Whenever that happens, at any time of day or night, regardless of where one may be, and no matter what one may otherwise be doing, the mind will overflow with an abundance of good material worthy of further exploration and development.

The same also occurs while reading a

book, an article, a piece of poetry, or even the daily newspaper. Whether in moments of leisure or agitation, in quietness or in noisy places, besides several other circumstances where we may be found, the mind will inevitably entertain new thoughts even if totally unrelated to what is specifically being read, heard, felt, or observed!

All these are to be recognized as seeds God is planting in your mind to see how your creativity will be manifested, how you will recognize how far a seminal idea may advance if you follow the directives already implied in the thought itself.

That’s why it is imperative for people to cultivate healthy mind habits from which useful ideas shall continually stem

By: Rick Boxx

My wife, Kathy, makes it a habit to stop people wearing a military or police uniform and thank them for their service. Lately, she has begun doing the same thing with waiters and waitresses. I have noticed many restaurant employees seem to be feeling overwhelmed lately, resulting in more opportunities for Kathy to utilize her gift of encouragement.

After she thanks a server for their service, Kathy usually finds something about them to praise and encourage. By the time we leave, Kathy has a new friend, and her new friend has been encouraged and filled with joy.

Have you ever done something like that? Or have you been the beneficiary of someone else’s kindness verbalized in a similar way? Can you imagine

and emerge. The Bible places a high premium on thinking right thoughts, setting one’s mental powers on what can lead to beneficial outcomes through inventions, writings, or any other creative endeavors.

Like everything a child of God does, this activity should aim at the edification of others, the advancement of God’s Kingdom, and the ultimate glory of the creator. St. Paul rightly proposed to Christ’s followers the practice of “bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ” (II Corinthians 10:5b). After all, as the same apostle affirmed, “we have the mind of Christ” (II Corinthians 2:16b). May all we verbalize and do truly validate the origin of our words and actions!

The Amazing Power Of Pleasant Words

what could happen if this philosophy of seeking to uplift people verbally were adopted and encouraged by companies and organizations around the globe, that it were to become the rule rather than the exception?

The contemporary marketplace is filled with workplaces that are greatly understaffed; the workers there constantly feel high levels of stress. Discouragement, frustration, anger and anxiety are the most common emotions in many work settings. The prevailing philosophy, sadly, seems to be, “If you can’t say something bad, don’t say anything at all.”

But this does not have to be the case where we work. Today would be a good day for each of us to take the initiative to pass along some pleasant

words and encouragement to others. We might not be able to change the environment of the marketplace in general, but we can make a difference where we work and spend many of our waking hours. Here are some things the Old Testament book of Proverbs says about the amazing power of pleasant words:

The pain many people are experiencing is not only physical. From the outside, many people seem to be doing well. When asked, “How are you doing?” they may even respond, “I’m fine.” But often, deep inside they are carrying deep pain and nursing considerable emotional hurts. “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones” (Proverbs 17:22).

Kind words can carry almost medicinal value. What we say can sometimes do greater good than we could imagine. “An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up” (Proverbs 12:25). “Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones” (Proverbs 16:24).

Food nourishes us physically; encouraging words can nourish emotionally. Perhaps more than ever, people in the workplace are starving for affirmation, encouragement, and genuine understanding.

“The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked is of little value. The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of judgment” (Proverbs 10:20-21).

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What Is Truth? Is it even Subject for Debate?

“What is truth?” This is a question countless people have asked through the ages. It has been a recurring topic for philosophers, sociologists, counselors, writers, even business and professional people. As if “truth” were an ever-changing commodity on some kind of philosophical buffet.

The quest for truth is important, whether it is during a criminal investigation, courtroom trial, or in the process of doing scientific research. Curiously, we hear people talking about “my truth,” as if what is valid for one person can be totally different for someone else. We certainly are entitled to our own opinions on various matters, but in many cases, truth is not subject to multiple choices.

Leadership consultant Tim Kight writes, “Truth exists independent of what someone ‘believes.’ If I believe the ice on the lake is thick, when in fact it is think, my belief does not change the thickness of the ice. If I act on my (false) belief and go ice skating on the lake, I put myself at risk. If I invite others to join me, they too are in danger.”

Truth, unlike the prices for goods or services, is not something that is negotiable. We may have different viewpoints on many things, but absolute truth does exist, contrary to what some factions in society would have us believe.

A notable discussion of truth took place while Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, was questioning Jesus Christ after Jewish leaders had him arrested. He asked Jesus, “Are you the king of the Jews?… What is it you have done?” Jesus replied, “You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the

truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.” Then Pilate asked the famous and, seemingly, debatable question, “What is truth?” (John 18:33-38).

Why should we concern ourselves with truth in the marketplace? Isn’t our everyday challenge to promote our brand, to finalize sales, and to achieve a profit so we can stay in business? Yes, that is correct –but we should not sacrifice the truth as we pursue these goals. It might be helpful to consider some of the things the Bible says about truth:

Truth proves us to be trustworthy. For some people, truth is used only when it is expedient. Honesty is important for them only if it does not interfere with “closing a deal.” However, the short-term benefits of distorting the truth often carry with them long-term consequences. “Truthful lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only for a moment” (Proverbs 12:19).

Truth offers security and confidence. When people demonstrate they value truth, honesty, and integrity, this enables their customers – including employees, stakeholders, and suppliers, to work with them confidently. “A fortune made by a lying tongueis a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare” (Proverbs 21:6).

Truth brings freedom. One of the harsh realities of being dishonesty is the difficulty in remembering what we have said if we have been untruthful. True statements, on the other hand, are comparatively easy to remember. Honesty frees us from the fear of being caught in a lie. As Jesus told His followers, “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32).

Retired NFL Player Vernon Carey and Family Awards Scholarships to Seniors

Miami, FL – The Carey Family Foundation including Vernon Carey Sr. and LaTavia Carey presented $10,000 in scholarships to seniors at Miami Norland Senior High School, Miami Carol City Senior High School, Miami Central High School and Booker T. Washington Senior High School.

Each of the four scholarship recipients received $2,500 to use towards their college education.

• Booker T. Washington Senior High School: Mela Fleary

• Miami Carol City Senior High: Tylor Miller

• Miami Central Senior High School): Saniya Bethune

• Miami Norland Senior High School: Skye Alcin

The schools were selected by the Carey’s who are both graduates of Miami Dade County Public Schools. Felix Williams, the Foundation Treasurer is a graduate of Miami Central High School, LaTavia Carey is a graduate of Miami Norland Senior High

School and the donation to Miami Carol City Senior High is made in honor of LaTavia Carey’s late father Vincent Banks.

“Each of these amazing students have excelled in the classroom and in their community. We are so very proud of them and wish them well in all their future endeavors,” said LaTavia Carey. “We are very thankful to our sponsors and supporters so we can continue to give children and young adults in our community a vision of hope,” said Vernon Carey Sr. This is the seventh year of the scholarship giveaway.

The Carey Family Foundation creates programs and provides support to encourage the improvement of our youth. These programs are designed to enhance educational and recreational development and economic opportunities within the community.

For more information on the Carey Family Foundation, please visit CareyFamilyFoundation.org or Instagram @CareyFamilyFoundation or call (954) 298-8784.

Second Annual Delray Beach Concours D’Elegance will Benefit Achievement Centers for Children & Families

Delray Beach, FL —The second annual Delray Beach Concours D’Elegance, happening at Old School Square on June 17th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will showcase $50 million worth of classic and contemporary cars. More than 100 historically significant vehicles will be on the field. The free community event celebrating Father’s Day will benefit Achievement Centers for Children & Families, Delray Citizens for Delray Police, Delray Fire Benevolent, Community Classroom Kitchen and Miracle League of Palm Beach County.

The Honorary Chair of the 2nd Annual Delray Beach Concours d’Elegance is Elo, the Supercar Rooms Miami founder and creator.

Additionally, on June 16th there will be a ticketed Kickoff Cocktail Recep-

tion at Old School Square the evening before the event. Tickets for the Cocktail Reception are available at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-concours-delegance-cocktail-reception-auction-tickets-545389814617.

To become a sponsor, visit www. delrayconcours.com/sponsors.

For more information, visit delrayconcours.com

Brilliant Ways to Fight Allergens This Season

During allergy season, having a safe haven from the triggers that make you sneeze and wheeze is essential. While you can’t completely control your surroundings in the great outdoors, you can take steps at home to reduce allergens and feel your best.

• Fresh, cool air: The right air conditioning unit can help you breathe better indoors. For example, the Midea U delivers a cold airflow that can be felt up to 20 feet away and features full DC inverter technology to rapidly cool a room. Its removable and washable air filter is easily cleaned to help reduce dust and pet allergens in the air. And thanks to its U-shaped design, you can easily open and close your windows even when the unit is installed, giving you more control of your indoor air quality and environment. Bonus -- it’s compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant and is Energy Star-certified and ultra-quiet.

• Smart steps: When you get home from spending time outdoors, take off outer layers that have made contact with pollen, such as jackets and shoes. Hav-

ing a mud room or other area to remove and store these items, preferably attached to or close to your laundry room, will help you avoid tracking and spreading allergens throughout your home.

• Screened doors and windows: Even if you suffer from allergies, you may enjoy throwing open your windows on a nice day for a cross breeze. Just be sure all the screens on your win-

dows and doors are in good condition and free of tears and holes. Special pollen-blocking screens are easy to install and go a step further than standard insect screens to keep out smaller, particulate matter, including pollen, dust and other small irritants and allergens.

• Whole-home cleaning: Regular vacuuming will make a world of difference in the way you feel. For maximum relief, use a vacuum with com-

plete seal HEPA filtration. This means it’s EPA-certified to do the job, based on the standard test method, which indicates it can trap 99.9% of dust, dander and allergen particles 0.3 microns and larger. The Innova Upright Vacuum, for example, targets these particles and facilitates whole-home cleaning. Thanks to its detachable accessories and components, and LED user interface, you can optimize your cleaning for every surface, including hard floor, carpet and upholstery, curtains, the space under furniture and stairs. And if you’re a pet parent, you can expect a deeper, more efficient clean and longer operation due to its dual-action brush roll that actively prevents pet hair tangles and clogs from forming while concentrating air flow. It also has a motorized anti-tangle pet tool that effectively removes hair and debris from stairs and upholstery.

There is no need to suffer in your own home this season. With some smart strategies and the right tools, you can keep allergens at bay indoors.

Top Five Tips for a Successful Spring Clean

A recent survey conducted by Ipsos on behalf of the American Cleaning Institute found that three out of four Americans spruce up their spaces this time of year. If creating a clean home is on the top of your spring checklist, follow these expert tips to ensure an easy and efficient experience:

Pick Your Priorities. According to Abby Lawson, the organizing expert behind the popular blog Abby Organizes, it’s all about prioritization.

“Pinpoint the rooms that need the most help and make a plan for tackling those areas,” Lawson says. “If I tried to clean everything from top to bottom, I wouldn’t get very far, but if I focus on a few key things that I really want to get done, it’s more manageable and I’m more likely to do it.”

Declutter and Donate. Break large projects into smaller jobs, so they’re easier to do. For a bedroom closet cleanout, for example, Lawson says to keep a donation bin in the back year round, so there are fewer garments to go through each spring. When you’re ready to tackle the entire closet, she recommends going through clothes in categories.

“If you only have 10 minutes each

day, go through one category at a time,” she says. “Start with tops, the next day, look at dresses, then pants. By the end of the week, you will have gone through each category and created more room in your closet.”

Say Goodbye to Grime. Once areas are clutter-free, wipe away dirt and dust with your favorite multi-purpose cleaner. Put machine-washable Solid Grip Easy

Liner Brand Shelf Liner with Clorox on dry surfaces to ensure long-lasting freshness. Lawson recommends using liner in the bottom of kitchen and bathroom cabinets and drawers to protect surfaces and manage spills.

Create an Organization Station. Identify clutter hotspots around the home and create simple systems that everyone, from spouses to children, can use.

“Watch what your family does naturally,” Lawson says. “If they come in the door and take off their shoes and throw them in one spot, put a basket there. If toys are always in the living room, find an attractive trunk or storage bench you can use as an accent table and as a spot to tuck away clutter. Take cues from what they’re already doing and help them do it in a slightly tidier way.”

Mount More. Dedicate an afternoon to cleaning out the garage. Lawson uses Duck brand EasyMounts Heavy-Duty Drywall Hooks and tool holders to secure everything, from brooms and rakes to gardening supplies and sports equipment, to the wall. The hooks are easy to install in drywall and the universal hanging system allows you to move the mounts around.

Once the floor space is clear, corral any loose hoses or cords and bundle them up with adjustable Duck Max Strength Reusable Tie Straps.

“The biggest key to decluttering is to make it as easy as possible,” Lawson says. “You don’t have to do it all. Be realistic. Define and tackle your priorities for the season and make that your level of success.”

Boca Raton Public Library Presents

The Photography Exhibit, “Through Our Eyes: Boca Raton Community High School Student Photography”

has more than 500 students taking up to 4 photography and digital media courses for college credit through the College Board in the United States and Cambridge University in England. Students learn the elements and principles of art; how to properly use cameras and photographic techniques; and how to create and process their images using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. The students compete in— and frequently win—numerous photo contests. They also serve the school’s yearbook, newspaper and athletic programs.

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum Welcomes 50 to Annual Members Meeting and Awards

The Boca Raton Historical Society (BRHS) held its annual Members Meeting at The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) on May 11 and 50 local supporters attended.

ee members Emily Snyder, Katrina Carter-Tellison, and Dan Dickenson.

The Boca Raton Public Library presents a new photography exhibit, “Through Our Eyes: Boca Raton Community High School Student Photography.” Visitors to the front lobby area of the Downtown Library will be able to view a variety of photographs taken by the students in Boca High’s esteemed photography program.

Boca Raton Community High School

“Visitors will be impressed with the high standard of artistic merit, creativity, and expression in the diverse collection of photos from the Boca High School photography students,” notes Lisa Testa, Program Services Librarian. “Congratulations to photography teacher Rob Sweeten for his ability to bring out the best in his students to produce exceptional photos for our community.”

“Through Our Eyes: Boca Raton Community High School Student Photography” will run from June 7–July 31 at the Downtown Library, 400 NW 2nd Avenue, during regular library hours.

“The annual Members Meeting is when we celebrate our various recent accomplishments while also honoring those who have gone above and beyond in their service to the Historical Society,” says Mary Csar, Executive Director of The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM. “I am so proud of our dedicated board members, under the leadership of Olivia Hollaus, for embracing the museum and consistently supporting our diligent efforts to reach out, serve, and educate the community.”

Highlights at this year’s Members Meeting include:

+ Welcoming new Board of Trust -

+ Presentation of the prestigious Myrtle Butts Fleming Award, which is given annually to an outstanding volunteer/ supporter, to Loren Mintz.

+ Presentation of the distinguished Dave Ashe Award, which is for contributions to the museum’s collection, to Martha Barrett Bell and Peter Barrett.

+ Presentation of the coveted President’s Award to this year’s recipients LeAnn Berman, Jesse Cordoba, and Athena Gounis.+ Boca Raton Historical Society Curator Sue Gillis shared a fascinating overview of the museum’s current exhibition, MiMo in Boca Raton: Mid-Century Modern and the Architecture of Howard McCall, which will be on display through the end of June.

Advance Auto Parts Foundation Gifts $300,000 to Broward College to Support Automotive Technology Program

Broward County, FL – Advance Auto Parts Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Advance Auto Parts, Inc.(NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts supplier, today announced a $300,000 gift to Broward College aimed at increasing participation in the school’s automotive technology program, as well as providing needed tools and equipment to support student learning.

Starting this fall, the Advance Auto Parts Foundation’s gift will help 10 students enrolling in the automotive technology program over the next two years by funding $5,000 scholarships for each student to offset educational expenses. The scholarships will be supplemented by a separate stipend for each selected scholarship recipient, which will help cover the costs of tools and toolboxes needed to complete their coursework. The Advance Auto Parts Foundation gift also will support a dedicated, part-time recruiter at Broward College to help build enrollment for automotive technology programs and the purchase of general use vehicles, equipment and supplies needed to support student studies.

“The Advance Auto Parts Foundation is committed to raising awareness, attracting talent and enabling career opportunities in the automotive technology field,” said Elisabeth Eisleben, president, Advance Auto Parts Foundation. “By providing resources and support to Broward College, we hope to inspire students from all backgrounds and experiences to explore careers in automotive service and repair, which will help address the technician shortage and benefit our industry and society as a whole.”

“Advance Auto Parts Foundation’s generation gift of $300,000 will uplift our students in our Automotive Technology Program, providing them with incredible opportunities,” said Gregory Adam Haile, J.D., Broward College president. “A donation like this, changes lives. With access to scholarships and resources we are empowering our students and preparing them for success by positioning them in careers that

Atlantic High School Students Experience Mindfulness at Morikami

fuel our economy.”

This partnership comes at a critical time as the U.S. currently faces a worsening shortage of automotive technicians. In fact, according to TechForce, an automotive industry foundation dedicated to launching and advancing the careers of next generation technicians, the U.S. is in route to see a shortage of 642,000 technicians by 2024, if trends continue[1]. Automotive technician jobs offer competitive pay and the satisfaction of helping customers get their vehicles back on the road safely. The Broward College gift stands as the Advance Auto Parts Foundation’s second gift to a community college to support the expansion of automotive technology degree programs.

“This donation will enable us to grow our program by recruiting more students, as well as provide our students with more financial aid, tools and vehicles for our hands-on learning model,” said Russell McCaffery, Dean, Broward College Transportation Programs. “Upon graduation, our alumni are ready for employment. South Florida offers a competitive starting salary in the industry with room for growth and there is a great need to fill automotive technician positions.”

Broward College offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in automotive technology degree program and a Master Technical Program for current ASE Certified Technicians who can apply their work experience towards an AAS degree. The automotive technology program provides a highly technical, interactive approach to learning that prepares students for the rapidly changing automotive services industry. It is designed to help students train to be qualified automotive technicians, prepare for immediate employment upon graduation and receive the necessary coursework to pursue automotive service management positions in the future. In the past five years, more than 200 students have graduated from the program.

For more information, www.broward. edu.

Palm Beach County, FL–Twenty-eight students from Atlantic Community High School in Delray Beach, FL, recently enjoyed an end of school year afternoon of mindfulness at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens thanks to funding from BeWellPBC, a behavioral health and wellness initiative committed to supporting community solutions from residents while increasing and improving interagency coordination and alignment in Palm Beach County. Atlantic High Maya Lopez won a youth mini-grant from BeWellPBC to provide students from underserved communities the opportunity to visit the museum and practice holistic mindfulness in nature. Students who attended are part of the school’s Mindfulness Club, the first of its kind in the state of Florida.

“It was a beautiful thing to see how much our club has grown and to see students enjoy the museum together,” Lopez said. “During our walk through the garden, students were able to reflect, share, and learn how nature and mindfulness intersect. The majority of our students are seniors, so it was important for them to learn how to apply mindfulness to different areas of life as they prepare to go off into new environ-

ments and live on their own. This trip was truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students.”

BeWellPBC launched its mini-grant program in 2020 to put funding in the hands of people with innovative ideas for improving behavioral health. It expanded the program to youth in 2023, awarding six students mini-grants to promote the behavioral health and wellness of Palm Beach County youth. Other funded ideas included a pen pal program for foster youth, teaching teens Reiki, a bi-lingual directory regarding careers and resources in behavioral health, activities encouraging expression through song and dance, and a masquerade ball for youth to feel comfortable being their true selves.

“Our youth mini-grantee recipients have amazed us with their ideas and passion for supporting their peers’ behavioral health and wellness,” said Lauren Zuchman, executive director for BeWellPBC. “We believe in the power of residents of any age to design solutions for their own communities. With our help, they can take their ideas to fruition and partner with us to create a community where every person feels hopeful, supported, connected, and empowered.”

Mindful Mondays Kickoff in Downtown Delray Beach

nell Art Museum (51 N. Swinton Ave) at Old School Square every Monday at 12:00pm. The classes are free and led by local wellness instructors.

Delray Beach, FL – Mindful Mondays kicked off earlier today in Downtown Delray Beach. Featuring yoga, meditation, and healing classes, Mindful Mondays will take place inside the Cor-

It’s all part of “Summer at the Square,” a months-long series of exciting events including concerts, street festivals, art exhibitions, kids’ programs and special activities put on by the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority in partnership with the City of Delray Beach. And it’s all happening at Old School Square in downtown Delray Beach.

Please visit www.DelrayOldSchoolSquare.com for a full calendar of events happening this Summer.

FAU Report Shows Average Renter In Much Of U.S. Needs $100,000 Salary

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The average renter in 11 U.S. markets must make a six-figure annual salary to avoid being classified as rent-burdened, according to a new report from researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools.

At the end of April, the largest salary needed to dodge the rent-burdened label is $131,563 in San Jose, California. The average renter also needed to make at least $100,000 a year in New York; Miami; San Francisco; San Diego; Oxnard, Calif; Boston; Los Angeles; Bridgeport, Connecticut; Honolulu; and Riverside, California.

close-up of a rental sign in front an apartment building

Consumers who are considered rent-burdened spend 30 percent or more of their incomes on rent and therefore struggle to pay for other necessities, such as food and medication. Those who spend 50 percent or more are severely rent-burdened.

“Not a lot of people make that kind of money,” said Ken H. Johnson, Ph.D., an economist in FAU’s College of Business. “This data illustrates perfectly what we’ve been saying about an ongoing housing affordability crisis. Rents aren’t coming down significantly, if at all, so until incomes increase sharply, consumers in much of the country will continue to do without basic needs.”

To avoid being rent-burdened, the average U.S. renter needs to make nearly $81,000 a year, according to the report.

Meanwhile, the least rent-burdened market is Wichita, Kansas, where the average renter needs to make just less than $40,000. McAllen, Texas is the next least rent-burdened area, requiring an annual salary of less than $48,000.

Johnson and fellow researchers Shelton Weeks, Ph.D., of Florida Gulf Coast University, and Bennie Waller, Ph.D., of The University of Alabama, recently added the rent-burdened metric to their monthly analysis of the most overvalued U.S. rental markets. They use leasing data from Zillow’s Observed Rental Index to determine existing rents and statistically model historical trends from 2014. The Waller, Weeks and Johnson Rental Index covers the entire rental stock of homes and apartments.

The latest report shows that Florida continues to dominate the list of the most overpriced markets, with Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Miami, North Port-Bradenton and Deltona all ranked in the Top 10.

Three U.S. markets (Cape Coral-Fort Myers; Charleston, South Carolina; and Madison, Wisconsin) all experienced double-digit, year-over-year rent increases.

Only seven markets posted monthover-month rent declines: Fresno, California; North Port-Bradenton; Stockton, California; Akron, Ohio; Albany, New York; New Haven, Connecticut and Tulsa, Oklahoma. The full rankings can be found here.

“In the past, the nation has dealt with unaffordable housing in the short run by moving in together,” Waller said. “This is what seems most likely once again.”

Weeks said it’s essential to build more rentals to keep pace with household formation and demographic shifts across the country.

“But until then,” he said, “the rent crisis will be most persistent in the Sun Belt states as they gain significantly in population.”

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Boca Raton Regional Hospital Celebrates Another Seven-Figure Gift to the Keeping the Promise Capital Campaign

the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), South Palm Federation Foundation board member, Co-President of the South Palm Beach/Broward chapter of the FIDF, and Gail.

“Our relationship with the hospital is strong and indelible,” said Dr. Rubin-Kwal. “We’re part of a great history here, and we are inspired by the hospital’s future. Richard and I know that the community support is so steadfast to Boca Regional, and we feel it’s important to be a part of this commitment,” Dr. Rubin Kwal further explains.

First-Generation College Student Says Faith, Family, and Determination Pay Off

Daniella Parra, ‘23 is no stranger to perseverance. The South Florida native, who recently graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) with a bachelor’s degree in communication and a minor in journalism, is a first-generation college student and a cancer survivor.

Dr. Gail Rubin-Kwal and Richard Kwal have made a seven-figure gift to Keeping the Promise…The Campaign for Boca Raton Regional Hospital. The gift will be acknowledged with the naming of the fountain featured outside the Toby and Leon Cooperman Medical Arts Pavilion.

“We cannot overstate our gratitude to the Kwals for this gift to our capital campaign,” said Lincoln Mendez, North Region Executive, Baptist Health and CEO, Boca Raton Regional Hospital. “An incredibly generous gift like this will make a big difference for our hospital and having it come from someone on our medical staff is profound. Gail and Richard have been loyal and generous supporters for more than 20 years. They are family, and we so appreciate their partnership with us through Keeping the Promise.”

Boca Raton has been home for Gail and Richard for the past 34 years. Here, they raised their family, and Dr. Rubin-Kwal quickly became a strong and vital member of the hospital’s Emergency Medical team. Today, she feels honored to continue serving with distinction at Boca Raton Regional Hospital for more than three decades as an Emergency Medicine physician. Dr. Rubin-Kwal also holds a teaching position at Florida Atlantic University’s (FAU) Schmidt College of Medicine. She believes all patients should be treated with respect and dignity and receive the highest quality medical care. It is through their gift that this legacy should continue.

Dr. Rubin-Kwal’s commitment to the mission and vision of Boca Raton Regional Hospital is underscored by her participation as a board member of the Hospital Foundation. In addition, she is currently a director of Sinai Residence in Boca Raton, and executive board member of the South Palm Beach Jewish Federation.

Richard Kwal is founding partner and chief tax professional of Kwal + Oliva CPAs since 1981 with offices in Boca Raton and Miami, specializing in individual, fiduciary and business tax matters, estate gifts and trusts, business and personal planning. He is also a national board member of

The Kwal’s generosity to the hospital is legendary. In 2011, after the passing of a beloved Boca Regional surgeon, Dr. David Wulkan, Gail and Richard established a scholarship fund in his name that benefits FAU medical students and residents with annual grants. Such is Dr. Rubin-Kwal’s reputation among her peers, Gail and Richard launched a challenge grant gift that resulted in a significant amount of additional donations from Boca Raton Regional Hospital physicians.

“They are not simply major donors, they are woven into the fabric of Boca Raton Regional Hospital,” said Stan Barry, co-chair of Keeping the Promise. “We are proud to count them as family members, friends, peers, and loyal supporters of our efforts. We remain in their debt.”

The Keeping the Promise Campaign continues to surge thanks to Dr. Gail Rubin-Kwal and Richard Kwal and the ongoing generosity of the Boca Raton community. With the $250 million goal now reached, the hospital continues seeking community support to meet the increasing healthcare needs of the growing patient population.

The campus redevelopment plans include at the centerpiece, the new Gloria Drummond Patient Tower where patients will be welcomed in the inviting new Louis B. and Anne W. Green Lobby with plans for retail, dining, meeting space, a sanctuary, outdoor courtyards and other conveniences for visitors. The new tower features all new surgical suites and all private patient rooms exceeding the latest safety standards for patient care. In the current hospital building, all existing rooms will be converted to private in a comprehensive renovation of all patient units, including maternity, oncology, and orthopedics. An expansion of the Marcus Neuroscience Institute is completed with an emphasis on neurovascular/ stroke, central nervous system tumors, spine, and epilepsy/seizure disorders.

The 972-car Schmidt Family Parking Facility will be connected to the Marcus Neuroscience Institute once the new tower construction is complete. Also included in the plans is the new Toby and Leon Cooperman Medical Arts Pavilion, to be located across the street from the hospital and will be home to our Orthopedic Institute with an outpatient surgery center and physician specialty offices, all opening in the fall of 2023.

Parra grew up in West Palm Beach. Her parents are from Colombia and fostered a strong sense of cultural heritage throughout her childhood. For Parra, pursuing college was always a priority—even as a young girl who fought bone cancer.

“My parents have always been the most amazing and supportive people,” she said. “College was something I always wanted to do, and I wanted to [feel] normal while battling cancer.”

Parra learned about PBA in high school, when a representative came to talk about the University. That’s when Parra realized PBA aligned with everything she wanted in a college—small classroom sizes, Christian values, and location in South Florida, close to family. A campus tour confirmed it.

“I am such a family person and it would’ve been hard to leave,” Parra said. “[I wanted] to have my family [near] me.”

Initially, though, being at PBA wasn’t easy. Her sophomore year was particularly challenging—she suffered a bad accident, breaking her femur in half before undergoing major surgery and a lengthy recovery. Thankfully, Parra says, her professors were understanding and accommodating as she worked on assignments.

“I’ve always cared so much about school,” she said. “When they prayed for me over Zoom, it was a big blessing that I don’t think I would’ve found anywhere else.”

She also worked at a real estate brokerage during her sophomore year and considered taking a year off to pay for tuition—but hard work, prayer, and a helpful conversation led to a new opportunity during her junior year.

Dr. Stephanie Bennett, professor of communication and media ecology, introduced Parra to a full-time internship opportunity at IPO Edge, a journalism firm that delivers news about new and upcoming initial public offerings. During the internship, Parra put her journalism and writing skills from the classroom to

work.

Now, the 21-year-old graduate holds two communications positions. She’s a correspondent at IPO Edge and the media and marketing coordinator at Treasure Property Group.

“[My parents] are proud because they knew how hard it was for me to pay for [college],” said Parra. “They supported me in the best way possible, and they [loved] seeing me grow and be an example for my sisters.”

In addition to her family’s unwavering support, she’s grateful for her professors and the PBA community—especially when it comes to uniting faith with strong convictions.

During one of her years at PBA, Parra reinvigorated a student club that works to foster a safe space for and unite Latino students. She also worked for The Beacon Today, managing the student-led publication’s social media channels.

“My professors were great—I loved having different perspectives,” Parra said. “They were all Christians but very inclusive, and I was able to grow in my worldview. PBA really shows love toward people. You can never go wrong with being in an environment that loves people.”

After graduation, Parra plans to continue growing her faith, career with Treasure Property Group and IPO Edge, and circle of friends in South Florida.

“In life, you’ll face a lot of adversity,” she said. “At the moment I didn’t understand, but I can look back and see that Jesus was orchestrating something. If you have that faith, you can live in gratitude, do your best, and work hard toward those dreams.”

Boca

Raton Only StormReady Certified City in Palm Beach County

Preparing Your Home for Hurricane Season

Boca Raton, FL – In preparation for the 2023 hurricane season, the City of Boca Raton earned a StormReady Certification from the National Weather Service – the only City in Palm Beach County to do so. As a StormReady municipality, the City is better prepared to save lives and prevent damage from severe weather through advanced planning, education, and awareness. The certification is part of the City’s ongoing Be Prepared Boca planning and preparations program, which includes the 2023 Hurricane Guide for residents and businesses.

Coordinated through the City’s Office of Emergency Management, the StormReady Certification ensures the City meets operational and public communications criteria, and has the skills and education needed to survive severe weather – before and during the event. Additionally, City staff from across all departments work hard to prepare for storms and hurricanes throughout the year, including the completion of the following work:

• Tree Trimming – Completed in City parks and public places, reducing the potential for falling vegetation, clogged drains, and waste pickup, and keeps branches away from powerlines.

• Annual Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Hurricane Season

Exercise – City leadership and staff complete this practice training to better be prepared for a potential storm impacting our area.

• Drainage Improvement Projects –

Multiple projects completed across the City in areas where water tends to collect. These areas are determined through continual monitoring and resident feedback.

“Making sure the City and our community are prepared for any weather emergency is a top priority. With the City’s year-round preparations and efforts from our residents, we can all have a safer hurricane season,” said Emergency Manager Christine Mucci. Longtime and new residents, as well as businesses can use the City’s 2023 Hurricane Guide to be better prepared, stay safe, and stay connected before, during, and after a storm. The Guide includes important steps to take, like trimming trees and removing clutter, having an evacuation plan ready, and stocking up on hurricane supplies. The City’s complete array of hurricane resources and information can be viewed via the links below.

• Be Prepared Boca 2023 Hurricane Guide

• Hurricane Message from Mayor Scott Singer

• The City’s Hurricane Information page

• Sign up for Alert Boca text notifications from the City and Boca Raton Police

The City encourages the community to prepare early, use the 2023 Hurricane Guide and to visit City Hall and the Community Centers to pick up a FREE Be Prepared Boca fridge magnet with important phone numbers to have on hand.

Florida, known as the Sunshine State, is no stranger to the annual threat of hurricanes. As the 2023 hurricane season begins, residents across the state are taking proactive steps to prepare their homes and protect their families. With memories of past storms still fresh in their minds, Floridians understand the importance of readiness and resilience in the face of these powerful natural phenomena. Experts predict an active hurricane season this year, urging residents to plan ahead and secure their homes against potential damage. Taking the necessary precautions can not only help mitigate destruction but also ensure the safety and well-being of all residents. Here are some key steps to consider when preparing your home for hurricane season in Florida:

1. Develop an Emergency Plan: Establish a comprehensive emergency plan for your family. Discuss evacuation routes, designate meeting points, and ensure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities. Stay informed about local emergency management resources and authorities.

2. Stock Up on Supplies: Create an emergency supply kit containing essential items such as non-perishable food, bottled water, medications, flashlights, batteries, and a first aid kit. Be sure to have enough supplies to last for several days in case of power outages or restricted access to stores.

3. Secure Outdoor Objects: Store or secure outdoor furniture, grills, and other loose items that could become projectiles in high winds. Trim trees and shrubs to minimize the risk of branches damaging your home or neighboring properties.

4. Protect Windows and Doors: Install storm shutters or reinforce windows with impact-resistant materials such as hurricane film or plywood. Strengthen entry doors with deadbolt locks or braces. Ensure all windows and doors are properly sealed to prevent water intrusion.

5. Inspect and Maintain the Roof: Conduct a thorough inspection of your roof to identify and repair any existing damage. Strong winds can

exploit even minor vulnerabilities, leading to significant structural issues during a storm. Reinforce roof connections and consider installing hurricane straps or clips.

6. Clear Gutters and Drains: Clear gutters, downspouts, and drainage systems to ensure proper water flow. Clogged gutters can cause water to pool and potentially enter your home, leading to flooding and water damage.

7. Backup Power Sources: Invest in a generator or alternative power sources to keep essential appliances and medical equipment running during power outages. Follow safety guidelines for generator usage, including proper ventilation and fuel storage.

8. Review Insurance Coverage: Review your homeowner’s insurance policy to understand the extent of coverage for hurricane-related damages. Consider additional coverage options if necessary, such as flood insurance, as standard policies may not cover flood damage.

9. Document and Safeguard Important Documents: Make copies of important documents such as insurance policies, identification cards, and medical records. Store them in a waterproof and easily accessible location, or consider digital backups.

10. Stay Informed and Stay Safe: Stay tuned to local weather forecasts and emergency alerts. Follow the instructions and recommendations provided by local authorities. Evacuate if necessary, and encourage others to do the same.

In the face of an impending hurricane, preparedness is key. By taking these steps to fortify their homes and educate themselves on safety measures, Floridians are embracing a proactive approach to safeguarding their families and communities. As hurricane season progresses, it is essential to remain vigilant, stay informed, and support one another in the face of these challenges.

Remember, it takes the collective effort of individuals and communities to build resilience and weather the storm. Together, we can overcome the trials that come our way and emerge stronger on the other side.

Jimmy Stowe and the Stowaways Headline Next Concert in the Delray Beach Sunset Music Series

Delray Beach, FL – The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) announced today that Jimmy Stowe and the Stowaways, a trop-rock tribute band, will headline the next free Sunset Music Series concert being held Thursday, June 15 from 7:00-9:00 pm (gates open at 6:00 pm). The Sunset Music Series takes place the first and third Thursday of each month now through the end of August, as part of “Summer at the Square,” a months-long series of exciting events including concerts, street festivals, art exhibitions, kids’ programs and special activities – all happening at Old School Square in downtown Delray Beach.

The dynamic South Florida band, which has frequently performed with Margaritaville’s legend Jimmy Buffett, offers an engaging style and a musical bounty of smooth Classic Pop and Trop-Rock tunes. The concert will take place rain or shine, with large tents available to protect the audience from inclement weather (bring your own chairs). All ages are welcome. Food vendors and beverages available for purchase.

“Our free Sunset Music Series concerts are fun, entertaining and lively,” said Laura Simon, Executive Director of the Delray Beach DDA. “We hope everyone in our community will come out to our beautiful Old School Square campus to enjoy the music and entertainment we’ll be offering all summer long.”

Save the date for upcoming Summer at the Square* entertainment:

• Sunset Music Series at the Square is hosted every first and third Thursday of the month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm; doors open at 6:00pm. Bring your own seats and enjoy the outdoor fun.

• Delray Beach Concours d’Elegance: Saturday, June 17 from 7:00am to 4:00pm.

• “A Journey Through Time” with LAPS

Art Installation: From June 22 through July 27, the Old School Square grounds feature six giant hourglass modules that reach nearly eight feet in height, designed to engage, inspire and move. Kick-off celebration is Friday, June 23.

• All America Fest in the All American

City: Fourth of July Kickoff Weekend featuring “Living on a Bad Name” concert on Saturday, July 1, 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

• Bahama’s 50th Independence Day Fest: Enjoy authentic Bahamian vendors, food and beverage, artists, and more on Saturday, July 8 starting at 3:00pm with National Anthem and flag raising.

• Art Immersive and Delray Walls Artist Showcase Exhibitions to open in the Cornell Art Museum July 21, 2023.

• Delray Walls Mural Fest featuring regional artists creating art LIVE on Old School Square grounds on July 28 and 29, 2023.

For a full list of activities, locations and details, visit: www.DelrayOldSchoolSquare. com.

Summer at the Square will also feature:

• First Friday Art Walks in conjunction with Delray Beach’s traditional Art Walks). Held the first Friday of every month, the DDA will host free events with entertainment July 7, August 4, and September 1 inside the Cornell Art Museum as well as outside on the Pavilion grounds.

• Mindful Mondays: Free yoga, meditation, and healing classes every Monday at 12:00pm (beginning June 5), led by local wellness instructors.

• Summer GreenMarket: Delray Beach’s open air market returns to the Old School Square grounds Saturdays from 9:00am to 1:00pm during June and July.

• Drum Circle: Join the community for a Drum Circle on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:00pm

• Music at the Museum: Every Wednesday afternoon from 3:00pm to 4:30pm, enjoy music outside the Cornell Art Museum.

• Game Day: Bingo, trivia, ping pong, corn hole, and pickleball.

* Summer at the Square will include both free and ticketed events. Please visit www.DelrayOldSchoolSquare.com for a full calendar and details.

Taghi Khoshgoftaar, Ph.D., Recognized As Highly Cited Google Scholar

milestone in his academic career and for his accomplishments as a scientist and prolific author of papers, books and other publications that have been highly cited by researchers worldwide.”

Khoshgoftaar joined FAU in 1985 as an assistant professor and was later promoted to associate professor and then full professor. In 2014, he was selected by the College of Engineering and Computer Science to serve as the Motorola Endowed Chair Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.

grant where he served as co-principal investigator.

He is a co-founder of many international conferences and workshops and has served on organizational and technical program committees for various international conferences, symposia, and workshops. He has served as a keynote speaker at multiple international conferences and has given numerous invited talks at various venues.

Florida Atlantic University’s Taghi

M. Khoshgoftaar, Ph.D., the Motorola Endowed Chair Professor and director of the Data Mining and Machine Learning Lab, in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, recently achieved a significant academic milestone. His scientific publications have garnered more than 30,000 citations over the last five years (2018 to 2023), yielding a Google Scholar h-index of 88.

Khoshgoftaar is the first FAU faculty to garner these many citations within a five-year period and is one of the most highly cited professors in the fields of computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science within Florida’s State University System.

“It is incredibly rewarding and humbling to be recognized as a highly cited Google Scholar and knowing that researchers and scientists around the world are using my published work,” said Khoshgoftaar, whose research interests include big data analytics, data mining and machine learning, health

informatics and bioinformatics, fraud detection, social network mining, security analytics, and software engineering. He has published more than 850 refereed journal and conference papers in these fields.

Citations, in which one paper refers to earlier works, are the standard means by which authors acknowledge the source of their methods, ideas and findings, and often are used as a measure of a paper’s importance. According to Thomson Reuters, owner of the Science Citation Index (SCI), it takes a staggering 12,119 citations to reach the top 100 list. An earlier study in 2014 showed that only 0.026 percent of research papers have more than 1,000 citations.

“Professor Khoshgoftaar is a leading expert in his field both nationally and internationally and he has had a major impact on computer science and engineering research and education over the years,” said Stella Batalama, Ph.D., dean, FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science.

“We are extremely proud of this major

During his tenure at FAU, he taught nine undergraduate courses, three of which are new undergraduate courses he developed, and 13 graduate courses, 12 of which are new graduate courses he developed. He established the Big Data Training and Research Lab with support from the National Science Foundation, one of the first laboratories in Florida for big data analytics, and developed and taught two new graduate courses as part of the NSF grant. He was also among the first professors in the nation to develop and teach two new graduate courses in big data analytics with Hadoop and deep learning.

Khoshgoftaar directed the completion of 38 Ph.D. dissertations and 64 master’s theses and received FAU’s “Inaugural Excellence in Graduate Mentoring Award” for his contributions. In addition, he has consistently engaged in sponsored research activities resulting in the generation of millions of dollars for the college and the university. He received two highly competitive NSF MRI grants: the NSF-MRI Big Data Training and Research Laboratory grant where he served as the principal investigator; and the NSF-MRI Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning Training and Research Laboratory

Among his many contributions, Khoshgoftaar serves as co-editor-inchief of the Journal of Big Data. He served as co-chair of the IEEE Future Technology Summit in 2021, conference co-chair of the IEEE International Conference on Big Data Computing Service and Applications in 2020, program chair of 2019 ISSAT International Conference on Data Science and Intelligent Systems, and conference chair of the 18th IEEE International Conference on Machine Learning and Applications in 2019 in Boca Raton.

Since 2009, Khoshgoftaar has served as a member of the advisory committee of the International Conference on Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering – SEKE, and since 2015, as a member of the steering committee of the IEEE International Conference on Information Reuse and Integration. He also serves as a member of FAU’s high performance computing committee for the new Master of Science degree program in data science and analytics.

Khoshgoftaar has received awards for numerous national and international keynote presentations at conferences worldwide and has been recognized for his Ph.D. student poster presentations, which have received accolades from industry.

Boca Helping Hands Plans a Pack the Pantry Summer Challenge to Help Meet the Increased Need for Food Among the Underserved

in the Southwest corner of the Town Center Mall parking lot adjacent to the Greenwise Publix in Boca Raton. The drop off location will be identified with the help of feather banners that say Boca Helping Hands. The public is asked to bring nonperishable food items that will be distributed to our many neighbors who are experiencing food insecurity.

effort to satisfy the increased demand.

As South Florida begins its off-season, Boca Helping Hands is struggling to find enough food to help serve the growing number of people in need of assistance. In March, the organization experienced a nearly 40% increase in demand for food over March 2022.

at Bowlero, during BHH’s annual Bowling for Bread event. Visit www.bocahelpinghands.org/pack-the-pantry.

Boca Raton, FL – Boca Helping Hands (BHH) will hold its first Pack the Pantry event of the summer on Saturday, June 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Boca Helping Hands’ Pack the Pantry Summer Challenge is a series of events over the summer to try and fill the non-perishable food storage areas at Boca Helping Hands with food, in an

Over the summer months, the organization aims to collect 25,000 lbs. of food in honor of their 25th birthday. Food collection events will take place on June 3rd, July 4th in conjunction with the City of Boca Raton’s Fabulous Fourth celebration, and on August 27th

“We are grateful for the partnership that we have with the Town Center Mall” said Greg Hazle Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands, “we hope that the familiar location that they have made available for this event will make it easier for our community to assist in this critical initiative”.

For more information contact Senior Director of Operations Bill Harper at Bill@BocaHelpingHands.org or 561.417.0913 ext. 209.

At Lynn University, Women Soar High Above The Clouds

Amelia Earhart was not only the first woman to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic but also a founder and first president of The Ninety–Nines, an international organization for the advancement of female pilots. While Earhart was a pioneer in forging the way for women to fly, aviation remains a male-dominated field. Today, women account for only 8.4% of all pilots, according to FAA statistics analyzed by Women in Aviation International (WAI).

Lynn University is aiming to change this dynamic.

“We make a concerted effort to bring equity to the industry by intentionally recruiting women to our program,” said Burton D. Morgan College of Aeronautics Assistant Professor Jennifer Torres.

Among its recruitment and retention strategies, Torres cites small class sizes, accessible and engaged faculty, and a range of programs as factors in removing traditional barriers to access for women. For example, logging the required 1,500 flight hours for a license is notoriously expensive. Lynn qualifies graduates for the restricted Airline Transport Pilot (rATP), which allows pilots to fly as officers with only 1,250 flight hours.

The college also added new programs in recent years:

Professional pilot

Aviation operations

Aviation security

“I believe the additional majors help increase female enrollment; there are more choices for women who have an interest in

the aviation industry,” said Torres.

Meaghan Dempsey, class of 2024, is one of the women studying to become a pilot through Lynn’s College of Aeronautics. She founded a WAI chapter at the university, which received its charter in December 2021 and won the 2023 Boeing’s Women in Aviation Flight Training scholarship.

As a young child, Dempsey was more excited about plane rides than the actual destination. After a discovery flight, she

fell in love with flying. As she underwent private pilot training, she researched universities that could help advance her career, ultimately choosing Lynn.

“The entire program is designed to support and uplift women,” said Dempsey. “Faculty help connect us to scholarships and mentors while offering us the opportunity to serve as mentors to the next generation of flyers.”

In 2021, the college hosted a “Girl Scouts Take on Aeronautics” event, intro-

ducing a younger generation of women to aeronautics. During the program, faculty and aviation students explain flight training and opportunities to young Scouts.

Following in the footsteps of Amelia Earhart and other pioneering women in aviation, Dempsey tells young girls about her dreams of flying among the clouds: “Pilots know the only way to fly is by going against the wind. Never give up and keep using challenges put in your path to soar high above the rest.”

OBITUARY

Lois Hanson Bolton

Lois Hanson Bolton, 75, of Boca Raton, Florida, passed away on May 27, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. In her final days, Lois was surrounded by many of her family, friends, and loved ones.

Lois was born to Clifford Tange Hanson and Dorothy Florence Hanson on October 30, 1947, in Omaha, Nebraska. She was raised with older brother, Don Hanson, and younger brother, Neil Hanson, in Blair, Nebraska. The Hanson’s moved to Salem, Oregon in 1956 and then Waverly, Iowa in 1959 before returning to Blair in 1963. According to her brothers, Lois was infinitely kind, suffered no bullies, and was a fierce protector of those she held dear.

After earning a BS and MS in Biology at Mankato

State University in Minnesota, Lois settled in South Florida where she started a family and began her career as an educator. Her 27 year career at Broward College began in 1983 as a Professor in the Biology department, and she rose to the ranks of Department Head, Academic Dean, and Provost. Along the way, and while raising two children, she earned her EdD from Florida International University.

Lois was a beloved mother. She was the foundation of the family – always steadfast in her beliefs, her integrity, her strength, and her love. Her code of ethics was unwavering, and her compassion was unsparing. She always knew when a hug was needed, and she was always there to give one. She was a beacon of warmth, opti -

mism, and positivity.

As both a mother and an educator, she passed on these values and virtues to the next generation. She encouraged and nurtured the best in all who knew her.

After retirement in 2010, Lois became an avid adventurer and traveler and cultivated deep and amazing friendships. She went on many adventures around the world which included yoga overlooking the caldera in Santorini, Greece; touring the coast, countryside, and vineyards of Italy; sampling the cafes, patisseries, and charcuteries in Paris; exploring the gardens, museums, and theatres in Vienna; cruising the coasts of Hawaii, Patagonia, and Cape Horn; hiking Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon, and Zion; wandering the highlands, lochs, and cas-

tles of Scotland; snorkeling the Florida Keys and Maui; visiting friends and family across the country; and even some impromptu rooftop, disco-dancing in Las Vegas!

Lois lived an extraordinary and love-filled life. She will be missed by all who knew her, more than words can express.

She is predeceased by parents Clifford and Florence Hanson, and she is survived by former husband Wade Bolton; two children, Jeremy and Chelsea Bolton; and two brothers, Neil and Don Hanson.

A memorial has been created to celebrate the life of Lois Bolton. Friends, family, and loved ones have contributed and shared many thoughts, prayers, tributes, and memories to create this loving memorial.

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Acknowledged as one of the most selective and prestigious awards in all of college athletics, the CSC Academic All-America® program recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performance on the field/court and in the classroom. To be eligible, a student-athlete must have at least a 3.50 cumulative GPA, be an important starter/reserve, and have completed one full calendar year at his/her current institution.

the junior from Boynton Beach. His on-field resume (just in 2023) includes C-USA Player of the Year, First Team All-C-USA, four-time Preseason All-American, and C-USA Preseason Player of the Year. Schanuel led the nation in on base percentage, batting average, and walks in 2023. Collegiate Baseball Newspaper recently named Schanuel as a First Team All-American. Several projections for July’s MLB draft have him going in the first round which would make him the highest draft pick in program history.

tors (CSC) announced on Wednesday. He becomes the second FAU baseball player in program history to earn the prestigious honor, joining Chris Sax-

Schanuel is one of 12 first team selections for Division I baseball. The AAA nod adds to an already lengthy list of accomplishments for

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Honzovicova, Jarman named to College Sports Communicators Academic All-District

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In the classroom, Schanuel holds a 3.61 cumulative GPA while majoring in pre-business. When his baseball career is complete, he hopes to start his own business.

Dwyer named to NCBWA South Region First Team

C-USA All-Conference First Team, in addition to earning CUSA Pair of the Week honors alongside Adams on March 8.

Christine Jarman produced a 15-17 record during the 2023 season, including a season-best 14 wins, going 14-14 paired with Ellie Austin. Jarman tallied a season-best 9-2 record on court two, including going a perfect 2-0 during the C-USA Tournament. Paired with Austin, the duo earned wins against No. 7 Stanford, No. 14 FIU, and No. 18 Stetson.

To be selected for the academic all-district team, student-athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.50, be a sophomore academically, have a year-in-residence at their current school, and have appeared in at least 50 percent of the team’s contests.

Julie Honzovicova tied for a teambest 24 wins during the 2023 season, going 24-9. Julie produced an incredible 9-1 record alongside Jillienne

Cloud, which included a nine-match winning streak and a perfect 3-0 record in the C-USA Tournament, while also producing a season-best 15 wins, going 15-7 with Ashleigh Adams. She earned ranked wins this past season against No. 3 Florida State; No. 7 LMU; No. 15, No. 17, and No. 18 Stetson; and two wins over No. 12 FIU, as well as once when the Panthers were ranked No. 14. Honzovicova went 9-3 on court one, produced a career-best 135 record on court two, and finished 2-1 on court three this season. She was named C-USA Pair of the Year and

The 2022-23 Academic All-District® At-Large Teams, selected by College Sports Communicators, recognize the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances on the playing field and in the classroom. The CSC Academic All-America® program separately recognizes at-large honorees in five divisions — NCAA Division I, NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III, NAIA, and College — for each gender.

Academic All-District® honorees advance to the CSC Academic All-America® ballot. First-, secondand third-team Academic All-America® honorees will be announced on June 22.

The National Collegiate Baseball Writers of America released its 2023 Postseason All-Region Teams and Lynn University senior pitcher Drew Dwyer has been named to the South Region First Team.

In 2023, Dwyer went 4-4 with a 2.59 ERA while striking out 94 batters over 80 innings pitched. He threw a quality start (6+ IP, 3 ER or fewer) in 10 of his 12 starts. He struck out 10+ batters four times, including a 12-strikeout performance against Southern Connecticut State on February 17 where he tossed six no-hit innings. Dwyer also pitched six nohit innings in a 2-1 win over Nova Southeastern on April 23 while striking out 10.

Dwyer had a 4.1 SO/BB ratio and held opponents to just a .192 batting average to finish his season with a 0.99 WHIP. The right-handed pitcher from Fort Myers, Fla. is Lynn’s all-time leader in SO/9 (11.09) while ranking fifth in career ERA (3.06).

Florida Atlantic first baseman Nolan Schanuel has been named as a First Team Academic All-American, the College Sports Communica

Julie Honzovicova and Christine Jarman earned College Sports Communicators Academic All-District honors.

Djoubri selected ITA National Rookie of the Year, All-American Hoyos named Honda DII Athlete of the Year finalist

Hoyos, a native of Pereira, Colombia, was named the PING Women’s Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) DII Player of the Year and earned WGCA First Team All-America honors. Hoyos was a WGCA All-South Region first-team honoree, was named the 2023 Sunshine State Conference Golfer of the Year and earned First Team All-SSC honors.

“It’s an honor and privilege to be designated as a finalist for the DII Honda Athlete of the Year,” said Hoyos. “I’m thrilled to be nominated along such talented and exceptional female athletes. This recognition is the result of hard work, dedication and resilience. I’m extremely grateful for everyone at Lynn University that has helped me to excel and perform at the highest level. It’s been a great journey and this recognition is also for them.”

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced its national award winners on Tuesday and Lynn University freshman Salma Djoubri was named the ITA Rookie of the Year award winner following a standout first-year at the collegiate level. She was also named an All-American after finishing in the Top-20 of the ITA Singles Rankings.

Djoubri is just the second National Rookie of the Year for the Fighting Knight women’s tennis program and first since Valentine Confalonieri in 2012-13.

She capped the season ranked 11th in NCAA Division II in singles play after posting a 15-4 record in the top flight. She posted three singles wins against players ranked inside the ITA top-10, including No. 1 and ITA National Player of the Year Deniz Khazan

(Barry), No. 7 Julie Razafindranaly (Nova Southeastern) and No. 8 Marta Vicens (Saint Leo). She also added a pair of wins over No. 21 Haina Franco (West Alabama).

Last week, Djoubri was named the Rookie of the Year for the south region. She also collected Sunshine State Conference Athlete and Freshman of the Year awards, along with being named to the All-SSC First Team in singles.

In doubles action, Djoubri collected a 16-5 record with six wins coming in the top flight and another 10 victories coming at No. 2 doubles. She closed the spring season with a 7-1 record in her final eight doubles matches.

Lynn finished 19-6 overall on the season and is currently ranked No. 5 in the ITA National Rankings.

Hoyos closed the 2023 season ranked No. 1 in the country in adjusted scoring average (72.20) according to GolfStat and she is tied for fifth nationally in comparative record (816-6). She won five tournaments and finished in the top-five in nine of 13 tournaments in 2022-23.

“Maria had an outstanding season and her achievements and success are a byproduct of her hard work and dedication,” said Lynn head coach Keith Larson. “She set the benchmark and was an influential leader to her teammates both on and off the golf

course. For Maria to be honored as a Collegiate Women’s Sports Awards Athlete of the Year nominee is well deserved and fitting for her incredible year. I couldn’t be happier or prouder of her!”

The Fighting Knights capped the year as the NCAA South Region and SSC Tournament Champions, closing as NCAA National semifinalists. Lynn won nine of its 13 tournaments, including four-straight heading into the NCAA Championship.

All Honda Sports nominees from DII and DIII become a finalist for the prestigious 2023 Honda Athlete of the Year in their respective divisions, presented in a live telecast on CBS Sports Network on June 26, 2023, at 8:30 pm ET/5:30 pm PT, in Los Angeles. The Honda Award finalists are recognized in 11 DII and DIII NCAA-sanctioned sports; cross country, basketball, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, volleyball, and track & field.

The CWSA, entering its 47th year, has honored the nation’s top NCAA women athletes for their superior athletic skills, leadership, academic excellence and eagerness to participate in community service. Since commencing its partnership in 1986, Honda has provided more than $3.4 million in institutional grants to the universities of the award winners and nominees to support women’s athletics programs.

Berthiaume Named to C-USA Spirit of Service Award

On Tuesday afternoon, Confer- ence USA announced its Spring Spirit of Service Award winners. Sara Berthiaume of the Florida Atlantic University softball team earned the honors for her efforts in the community and in the classroom.

The award, which is presented three times a year, is bestowed to a student-athlete from each of the league’s member institutions for academic and charitable excellence. Berthiaume was also Florida Atlantic’s Female Community Service Award winner, as announced at this year’s Owlspys. She completed over 275 hours of community service at eight different services throughout the course of her

time at FAU.

In the classroom, Berthiaume posted a career GPA of 3.48 while majoring in health science.

On the diamond, Berthiaume hit to a .321 batting average in 36 games in the 2023 season. She recorded three home runs, 19 RBI and 20 runs scored, while posting a slugging percentage of .481.

Berthiaume finishes her career sixth all-time in FAU history in slugging percentage (.511), eighth all-time in batting average (.329) and third in triples (14). She was a First Team AllC-USA honoree in the 2022 season.