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COMMUNITY NEWS 16 There Are Many Egg-Citing Ways to Celebrate Spring 18 19th Annual Relay For Life of Davie/ Cooper City Helps Fight Cancer 20 Davie Fire & Police Expo Was A Success 22 Town of Davie Offers Free Training to Help Stop the Bleed 24 82nd Orange Blossom Festival, Parade and Rodeo Celebrates the Town’s Heritage 28 Find a New Furry Friend at the Dog Adopt-A-Thon 36 Individuals with Special Needs Enjoy a Night to Shine

HOME & GARDEN 30 Home & Garden

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SCHOOL NEWS 39 FPL Hosts Western High School SolarCats At Daytona International Speedway 39 City of Cooper City offeres Academic Scholarships 44 NSU University School Students Participate in Shark Tank Competition

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e have had the fortune to travel all around the world over the past twenty years. In fact, we have lived in the English countryside, in the urban mega-city of Hong Kong, in swanky Nashville, and in the suburbs of Atlanta.

In addition to living in those places, we have visited many more, and seen people of all walks of life: from villagers in rural Thailand to wealthy Europeans vacationing in the Canary Islands. What has been remarkable, throughout our travels, is not the differences we share, but how surprisingly similar people truly are.

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However, most people we have met have been primarily focused on the same few values: a safe, peaceful place to raise a family; a sense of pride or validation in their endeavors or occupation; a source of relief from the stresses of our modern world; and belonging to a community.

In an era where the twin pressures of globalization and technological innovation often push us in uncomfortable directions and division, it is helpful to remember that there is likely a family just like yours in Nairobi or Singapore or Tehran with ambitions and dreams not too different than the family right next door. In the end, people are people everywhere you go.

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at 12:30pm, at David Posnack Jewish Community Center, 5850 South Pine Island Road in Davie. For information, send an email to skruger24@aol.com.

Cooper City Chess Challenge – Don’t miss the Cooper City Chess Challenge at the Pool and Tennis Center, from 9am to 11am. There will be free instructional classes for all levels. For information, Teen Twilight Egg Hunt –From 7pm call 954-436-7300 or visit www. to 9pm, the City of Cooper City will coopercityfl.org. host a “Teen Twilight Egg Hunt” for Cooper City resident teens in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades at the Pool and Tennis Center. During the free fun-filled event, teens will use flashlights to Spring Celebration at Flamingo Road hunt in the dark for special hidden Nursery –Celebrate Spring with eggs. Participants must bring their the Easter Bunny, Kids Crafts and own baskets and flashlights. There Music. For more information, visit is no charge for this event, but teens flamingoroadnursery.com must pre-register by April 16 in order to participate. They must show their middle school identification, as well as proof of residency from a parent or guardian. For information, visit www. coopercityfl.org.

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20th 8th Orchid Society – The next meeting of the Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society is from 7:30pm- 9:30 pm in at Flamingo Gardens in Davie. For information, visit www.flamingogardensorchidsociety. com or call 954-554-0825.

13th Dog Adopt-A-Thon – Are you looking to give a furry friend a forever home? If so, don’t miss the 3rd Annual Dog AdoptA-Thon, sponsored by the Cooper City Recreation Department and the Cooper City Teen Council, from 10am-1pm.

Approximately 100 furry friends will be looking for loving homes. The event will be held at Memorial Park, located behind the Community Center and City Hall. For information on becoming a vendor, send an email to ftrainor@ coopercityfl.org or call 954-434-4300, ext. #233. For other information, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

16th Support Group – If you are living with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, attend the free meeting which features a discussion and guest speakers. The meeting will be held

Cooper City Egg Hunt– The Cooper City Recreation Department will host its Annual Egg Hunt for children 5th grade and under (toddlers must be able to walk). The event will be held at the Cooper City Sports Complex. Peter Cottontail arrives at 9:15am and the Egg Hunt will begin at 10am sharp.

Participants will hunt for prize-filled eggs with children their own age.

Music and additional activities will be available prior to and briefly following the egg hunt. This complimentary event is open to Cooper City residents and their guests. Baskets will be provided courtesy of Memorial Healthcare.

Don’t forget to bring a camera to take a picture with the Bunny. For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

Davie Egg Hunt – The Town of Davie will host the Hippity Hoppity Hunt at Bamford Sports Complex (Pine Island Park), 3801 S. Pine Island Road, from 9am to 12noon. The egg hunt will begin promptly at 10am. Children will hunt for eggs in separate age groups: 1 to 3 years, 4 to 5 years, and 6 to 8 years. There will be thousands of

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eggs scattered throughout the fields.

Children will be awarded prizes for finding the Special Eggs. This free family event will include an animal and petting farm, hayride, DJ party, kids’ activities and inflatables, bounce houses, rock wall, entertainment, and much more. There will also be some activities at a small cost, such as sand art and pictures with Peter Cottontail.

Vendor displays will also be set up throughout the event. Food will be available for a fee. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

20th-21st

38th Int’l Orchid & Bromeliad Show – Over 30 vendors will have rare and exotic orchids and bromeliads on display and for sale along with an American Orchid Society judged orchid show hosted by the Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society. Find orchid supplies, enjoy lectures and demonstrations from orchid and bromeliad experts plus music, food and more. For Easter kids can meet the Bunny and make Easter crafts. For more information, visit https://www.flamingogardens.org/ events.html.

can volunteer, form a team, or join a team. For more information, register a team or sign up for a team, visit relayforlife.org/daviecoopercityfl, call 954-868-3366 or send an email to Trudy.

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Davie Jazz Fest – Don’t miss the Davie Jazz Fest held at 4271 Davie Road. Gates open at 12noon and the show begins at 2pm. For information, visit www. daviejazz.com.

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Spring/Summer Soccer Registration – Through April 14, Play Davie Spring/ Summer Soccer registration is open for boys and girls, ages 5-12 years old. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

Ghost Investigations– Spend an evening in the historic 1918 Davie School, 1914 Walsh-Osterhoudt House and 1912 Viele House with PRISM Paranormal Investigators and learn from the professionals. Discover who still visits from the other side. Event is from 7pm to 10pm at 6650 Griffin Road.

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27th Relay For Life– Hundreds of people who have been touched by cancer will gather from 6pm to midnight for the 19th Annual Relay For Life of Davie/Cooper City, hosted by the City of Cooper City at Cooper City High School. The family-orientated event is the nationwide signature event of the American Cancer Society. Anyone

two- or four-year college or technical school.

In an effort to foster educational opportunities for Cooper City students and encourage them to pursue educational paths that support government and civic endeavors, the City of Cooper City in partnership with Waste Management, has established the Cooper City Academic Scholarship Program. The deadline to apply is April 10 by 12noon. Eligibility, award criteria and applications are available at www. coopercityfl.org. For information, send an email to tinah@coopercityfl.org or call 954-4344300, ext. #260.

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There Are Many Egg-Citing Ways to Celebrate Spring will be held at the Cooper City Sports Complex. Peter Cottontail arrives at 9:15am rea residents have many “egg-citing” ways to celebrate the arrival of spring. and the Egg Hunt will begin at 10am sharp. Participants will hunt for prize-filled The City of Cooper City and the Town of Davie will both be hosting egg eggs with children their own age. Music and additional activities will be available hunts and more. prior to and briefly following the egg hunt. This complimentary event is open Cooper City to Cooper City residents and their guests. Baskets will be provided courtesy of On April 18, from 7pm to 9pm, the City of Cooper City will host a “Teen Memorial Healthcare. Don’t forget to bring a camera.

Twilight Egg Hunt” for Cooper City resident teens in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades at the Davie Pool and Tennis Center. During the free fun-filled event, teens will use flashlights On April 20, the Town of Davie will host the Hippity Hoppity Hunt at Bamford to hunt in the dark for special hidden eggs. Participants must bring their own bas- Sports Complex (Pine Island Park), 3801 S. Pine Island Road, from 9am to 12noon. kets and flashlights. There is no charge for this event, but teens must pre-register The egg hunt will begin promptly at 10am. Children will hunt for eggs in separate

by April 16 in order to participate. They must show their middle school identifica- age groups: 1 to 3 years, 4 to 5 years, and 6 to 8 years. There will be thousands of tion, as well as proof of residency from a parent or guardian. eggs scattered throughout the fields. Children will be awarded prizes for finding On April 20, the Cooper City Recreation Department will host its Annual Egg the Special Eggs.

Hunt for children 5th grade and under (toddlers must be able to walk). The event This free family event will include an animal and petting farm, hayride, DJ party, kids’ activities and inflatables, bounce houses, rock wall, entertainment, and much more. There will also be some activities at a small cost, such as sand art and pictures with Peter Cottontail. Vendor displays will also be set up throughout the event. Food will be available for a fee.

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Chiropractic? Why Not? “A Doctor’s Confession to West Broward”

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write one for a lesser amount for chiropractic. When you bring in this article (by 4/30/19) you will receive my entire new patient exam for $55. That’s with x-rays, biomechanical exam, history and consultation…the whole ball of wax. This exam could cost you $250 elsewhere. The law says that I must tell you THAT YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR TREATMENT, WHICH IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR DISCOUNTED, OR REDUCED FEE FOR SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT.

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Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Rick. I’ve seen your ad with that picture of you and your family.” Well, I’m the guy on the left.

Twenty-five years ago something happened to me that changed my life forever. I was a junior in high school and I started getting migraines. I had suffered from intense headaches since childhood.

Over the years, I consulted many medical doctors, and specialists.

I went through all kinds of tests, MRIs, and treatments. I tried every drug in the market; our medicine cabinet looked like a hospital’s infirmary. And still, nothing helped. But there’s more…

A friend of mine convinced me to give a chiropractor a try. The chiropractor examined me, took X-rays, and then “adjusted” my spine. The adjustment did not hurt; it actually felt good. And guess what…I started feeling so much better! From daily migraines, I went down to three a week, and then to once in a great while. That’s when I realized that I wanted to become a chiropractor and help others. That’s how it happened!

It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their migraines. They also come to me with their chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, just to name a few.

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n the U.S. this year, there will be an estimated 1.8 million new cancer cases diagnosed and 606,880 cancer deaths. On April 27, hundreds of people who have been touched by cancer will gather from 6pm to midnight for the 19th Annual Relay For Life of Davie/Cooper City, hosted by the City of Cooper City at Cooper City High School. The family-orientated event is the nationwide signature event of the American Cancer Society. Anyone can volunteer, form a team, or join a team.

“Relay For Life is an event to honor family and friends who have battled cancer,” said Rebecca Scrima, Davie/Cooper City event lead. “The event recognizes

our survivors and those who lost their battle to this dreaded disease. As we walk around the track and reflect, we are reminded of the importance of life, how precious it is, and how we must live each day with love, laughter and kindness.”

This year’s event will have the same key elements as always, in addition to some new ones. It will still feature the traditional activities honoring and supporting those who have had cancer, such as the Survivor Celebration Dinner (5pm), Opening Ceremony/Survivors Lap (6pm), Luminaria Ceremony (9pm) and Closing Ceremony (midnight). Teams will also have an opportunity to walk all night and are encouraged to dress up and decorate their campsites

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The event also includes several activities for all ages. There will be live entertainment, dancers, dress up laps around the track, a scavenger hunt, celebrity/ sports personalities and more. In addition, there will be vendors selling jewelry, clothing, handbags, art and more.

Twenty-five teams participated in last year’s event and raised $100,000. This year, organizers are hoping to have approximately 40 teams and raise over $150,000. Teams have already held a variety of fundraising events, such as Team Hawkes Bluff’s Mini Golf event; David Posnack JCC’s Yoga with a Purpose; City of Cooper City’s Color Run; Cooper City Optimist’s Quarter Option and much more. n For more information, register a team or sign up for a team, visit relayforlife.org/daviecoopercityfl, call Rebecca 954868-3366 or send an email to Trudy.Spence@cancer.org.

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Davie Fire & Police Expo Was A Success

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hen most Davie residents have an emergency, they call the Davie Police Department or Fire Rescue for help. They recently had an opportunity to meet and learn more about some of the people who serve them at the Town of Davie Police and Fire Expo. The annual event was held at the Public Safety Complex.

“We look forward to the Fire and Police Expo every year,” Chief Downey said. “It’s always a fun day for all the Town’s’ residents to see us in action.”

Throughout the day, visitors enjoyed several demonstrations from Davie’s Fire and Police Departments, including: Dive Team, Vehicle Extrication Drill, K-9, SWAT, Police Motorcycle Unit, and Rappelling. They explored the fire engines, rescue trucks, SWAT trucks, community response vehicles, the Crime Scene Unit, and other activities.

Children had the opportunity to try on some of the fire gear, face painting booth was also available and children participated in the Home Depot Kids Workshop.

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lood loss is the leading cause of preventable death in multiple casualty incidents, like mass shootings or severe bleeding injuries. A person who is bleeding can die from blood loss within five minutes. The greater the number of people who know how to control bleeding in an injured patient, the greater the chances of surviving that injury. The Town of Davie is offering the Stop the Bleed program, a national awareness campaign and call-to-action. The initiative is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts that encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives.

You can help save a life by knowing how to stop bleeding if someone, including yourself, is injured. In Davie, Stop the Bleed training is offered the first Wednesday evening of each month in conjunction with CPR/AED (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/automated external defibrillation) training.

Classes are held at the Davie Fire Rescue Administration building, located at 6901 Orange Drive, from 6pm to 10pm. You may also request a trainer to come train your organization with a minimum of six participants. In addition, the Town of Davie has taken proactive steps to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of its residents by requiring Stop the Bleed Kits to be available at specific facilities throughout the Town.

There are a number of methods that can be used to stop bleeding and they all have one thing in common—compressing a bleeding blood vessel in order to stop the bleeding. According to Stop the Bleed, the primary principals of Trauma Care Response include: ▸▸ Before you offer any help, you must ensure your own safety. ▸▸ The ABCs of Bleeding include: ▸▸ A – Alert – Call 9-1-1.

▸▸ B – Bleeding – Find the bleeding injury. ▸▸ C – Compress – Apply pressure to stop the bleeding using one of the following: ▸▸ Cover the wound with a clean cloth and apply pressure by pushing

directly on it with both hands. ▸▸ Use a tourniquet. ▸▸ Pack (stuff) the wound with gauze or a clean cloth and then apply pressure with both hands.

The Town of Davie also offers Adult, child, and infant CPR/AED (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/automated external defibrillation) training the first Wednesday of each month. This comprehensive course includes: airway obstruction/choking; how to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies; how to use an AED on an adult; infant/child and adult CPR and Rescue Breathing. The course fee is $30 for Town of Davie residents and $35 for nonresidents.

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82nd Orange Blossom Festival, Parade and Rodeo Celebrates the Town’s Heritage

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Davie Woman’s Club served fresh At the Orange Blossom Festival, strawberries, homemade shortcake there were over 250 displays and other strawberry recipes at the including arts & crafts show, fine Strawberry Festival. The Old Davie arts show, musical entertainment, School offered tours of the Pioneer Cowboy Town, Native American House. And so much more. display, animal farm, western “This Orange Blossom Festival, carriage display, commerce corner, Parade and Rodeo is a staple in information displays, and green Davie,” said Jeff Pohlman, Parks, product displays. There were free Recreation and Cultural Arts concerts; a free kids’ corner with Director. “It is a true representainflatables, activities, and vendors; tion of our historic roots, diverse and a parade with over 80 floats, culture, and family-oriented atmomarching bands, youth groups, sphere that is promoted throughnonprofit organizations and others. out the Town.”

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“It’s a great one-stop-shop,” said Felicia Trainor, Recreation Program Specialist. “There will be a lot of local rescues, so you will be sure to find the perfect four-legged friend for your family.”

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The Cooper City Teen Council consists of ten members that range in age from middle school to high school. This year, the teens helped coordinate a food fun project and card making at Light Up Cooper City, as well as the Color Run at Founder’s Day. “The Dog Adopt-a-thon helps to expose people to more shelter dogs and encourages them to adopt their pets, not purchase them from breeders or puppy mills,” said Savannah Schwante, who has been a member of Teen Council for three years. “There are so many animals that need a home. No matter how many get adopted at the adopt-a-thon this year, even just one animal getting a home will make a difference. Together we can help make Cooper City someplace special, even if it is just one adoption at a time.”

“The Dog Adopt-a-thon is important, because there are so many dogs that need to be adopted and so many people that want to adopt dogs,” said Danielle Selevan, who has been a member of Teen Council for four years. “They just might not want to go to the rescue groups. Bringing this event to Cooper City helps people near or in Cooper City find a furry friend.”

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Evolvulus, also called Blue Daze, always make a good choice for Florida gardens because it is drought tolerant. Mexican Heather has become a Florida garden staple with its shiny, dark green foliage accented with charming lavender-pink or white flowers. Let’s not forget Florida’s official state flower, the Coreopsis, it is one of the cheeriest plants to grow and can be enjoyed all year.

Wrap herbs in ribbon or create a special homemade infusion to bring the hostess when invited to a springtime soiree.

Another favorite thing to add to the outdoor space for spring and summer entertaining are heat loving herbs like basil, tarragon, thyme, sage, and parsley. Not only are they great for recipes like gazpacho, but they make perfect garnishes and fun herb-infused vodkas too. Serve them up at all your parties or give them as gifts.

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Individuals with Special Needs Enjoy a Night to Shine

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ndividuals with special needs, ages 14 and older, were recently crowned kings and queens during the 5th Annual Night to Shine, which recreates prom night. It was an opportunity for them to make some new friends and enjoy an unforgettable night.

The event was created by former NFL quarterback and current professional baseball player, and sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Night to Shine 2019 was hosted simultaneously by 655 churches across all 50 states and in 24 countries. It included approximately 100,000 honored guests through the support of 200,000 volunteers.

The Keyes Company supported the effort in Davie at the St. Bonaventure Catholic Church and School. With the help of 100 dedicated volunteers, they hosted 300 guests, including friends and family, and 150 were crowned kings and queens.

All of the participants dressed up for the occasion. The ladies wore formal gowns and the men wore tuxedos, suits and ties. When they arrived, they were greeted and led to a private area. The women had their hair and makeup done and received corsages. The men had their shoes shined and received boutonnieres.

Once they were ready, they boarded limousines that took them to the venue. They exited onto a red carpet, where the paparazzi greeted them with inspirational signs. In the ballroom, they were presented with their crowns

and tiaras. The evening also included a sit-down dinner, DJ, dancing and a photo booth.

“It was an honor to be in a room full of prom queens and kings,” said Mark Sadek, District Sales Manager at The Keyes Company. “It was beautiful to see every person light up the room for a night of fun, friendship and giving back to the community. It’s a night we will all hold dear to our hearts.”

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Unexpected Cavities DR. MARIA MARANZINI-GROSMAN lmost daily, we have a child come in to our office with many more cavities than anticipated. In some instances, they are “regulars” coming in for their six-month checks and everyone present attests to their daily brushing ritual. Still, in a relatively short period of time, these cavities have formed between the teeth. To understand this situation better, it is helpful to look at the underlying causes of cavities.

In order to form a dental cavity, there are certain ingredients which are a must. First of all, cavity causing bacteria must be present. The most notable of these bacteria are the Streptococcus Mutans. Although the thought of bacteria entering the mouth is an unsavory one, it is a fact of life. In fact, these bacteria make a home in our mouth at a very early age and are usually transmitted unintentionally by a child’s caregiver (i.e. when blowing on a hot spoon during feeding time).

The bacteria colonize on our teeth and form a plaque. They use sugars we ingest to increase the size of the plaque. Biproducts from these colonies are acidic. This decrease in pH begins the process of breakdown of the tooth’s outer layer, the enamel. Once this shell is accessed, the bacteria can start to travel through the tooth. Therefore, the main players are bacteria, sugar, and acidity.

We recommend brushing and flossing to reduce the quantities of bacteria and remove sugars left behind after meals. Fluoride can be used to strengthen the enamel.

Xylitol products are showing some promising data in the ability to limit the effectiveness of the bacteria.

Still, a person who brushes/flosses and goes to the dentist for cleanings and fluoride application can still have cavities depending on intake of certain foods and liquids.

As it turns out, consumption of sugar is not the only advantage that our diet provides the bacteria. Many of the foods and beverages we are consuming are acidic and therefore lower the overall pH in the mouth speeding the process of cavity making. For example, diet soda may have no simple sugars useful to the bacteria, but the carbonation creates a very acidic oral environment. Studies have shown that many of the popular sports drinks are more acidic than batteries used for small appliances. After a little digging, we usually find out that the unexpected cavities are preceded by the intake of acidic beverages.

The bad news is that our modern diet is full of sugary acidic foods. Our children’s heroes promote them in every marketing medium.

Our office philosophy is not to deny our children their treats, but rather to modify eating habits and limit the periods of exposure to certain foods. For example, a child who drinks a sports drink after practice should do so at one sitting rather than doing so throughout the day. We recommend rinsing with water after consuming acidic drinks as it is very effective at balancing pH. If hard candy is eaten, brushing should be done. Sugary snacks should be eaten with meals.

Snacks eaten between meals should be of a healthier variety, like fruits veggies and granola. The idea is to be creative rather than restrictive. Happy eating!

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In an effort to foster educational opportunities for Cooper City students and encourage them to pursue educational paths that support government and civic endeavors, the City of Cooper City in partnership with Waste Management, has established the Cooper City Academic Scholarship Program. The deadline to apply is April 10 by 12noon.

This year, $10,000 in scholarship money will be awarded to at least four students for demonstrating excellence in the classroom, as well as in the community. The eligibility requirements included: current Cooper City resident (proof of residency is required with application); minimum core unweighted GPA of 3.00; minimum of 40 community service hours; and ability mean to you?” and “How can your educational education or professional path relating to STEM (scipursuits help you attain your goals?” ence, technology, engineering and mathematics).

Last year there were six winners: The winners will be selected by a committee con▸ $2,500 to Bailey Krause of CCHS to attend sisting of Cooper City Green Advisory Board members Columbia University and one representative from Waste Management. The ▸ $2,500 to Miahaley Rosen of the College award criteria include, but are not limited to: comAcademy,to attend University of Florida munity service; weighted GPA; two character refer▸ $1,250 to Eva Rador of CCHS to attend ences; and a personal essay (no more than 600 words) University of Florida which answers the questions, “What does sustain-

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▸ $1,250 to Caroline Calahan of CCHS to attend University of Florida ▸ $1,250 to Crystal Williams of CCHS to attend University of Montevallo ▸ $1,250 to Amanda Wilson of CCHS to attend University of Florida Eligibility, award criteria and applications are available at www. coopercityfl.org. For information, send an email to tinah@coopercityfl.org or call 954-434-4300, ext. #260.

FPL Hosts Western High School SolarCats At Daytona International Speedway

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lorida Power & Light Company recently hosted Western High School’s solar car racing team at the NextEra Energy 250 race held at the Daytona International Speedway. The trip included a tour of the infield and grandstand of the world-famous Speedway.

The national champions brought the winning car that they designed, built and drove over 1,300 miles to victory last summer. The solar car was showcased in the FPL Solar Pavilion, part of the FPL Solar Circuit, which is one of the largest solar power installations in U.S. professional sports.

“Being in the pit was a once in a lifetime opportunity,” said Jacob Bloom, team member. “We got to learn plenty of things that the pit crews and drivers do to prepare for big races and how we can apply them to improve our car and methods. We got a bunch of tips on our tools, including how to store them and use them better.

It will really help us in the future.”

The SolarCats team raced its solar car from Fort Worth, Texas to Palmdale,

California to win their division in the Solar Car Challenge in July 2018, beating out an extremely competitive field of specially selected high schools from across the country. The race lasted a total of 10 days. For the first three days, judges examined the car’s the mechanical layout, electrical systems, safety procedures and more to make sure it was qualified to participate. The rest of the days were dedicated to racing. The students woke up by 5am each day to prepare for an eight-hour day of racing. Western High was the only school accepted to compete from the state of Florida.

“These kids exhibit a lot of teamwork and work well together,” said Alex Marron, team mentor. “Each one knew what their responsibility was and what they needed to deliver. They knew that if one of them failed, the rest of the team would fail as well.”

“Solar energy is actually a lot closer than we think it is,” said Gabriella Lopez, team captain. “In the next 20 to 25 years, there will probably be some solar race cars. I will be very excited to see that.”

The team will not be participating in the 2019 race, which will be a circuit race. Instead it will focus on building a new car to use for the Electric-Solar Division 2020 Cross Country race. n For information, visit www.TheSolarCats.com or send an email to Thesolarcats@gmail.com.

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here is more to losing weight than just calorie control – seek professional help. If you’ve ever dieted only to gain weight back, know that you are not alone. In fact, a recent article from the American Psychological Association points out “weight regain is the typical long-term response to dieting rather than the exception.”

There are many factors that contribute to this disappointing statistic. One you that you can tackle immediately that will enhance your chances of success is knowing and understanding what caused the weight gain in the first place. Most people think the answer is calorie restriction, but the truth is that cutting calories may or may not work for you. If the root cause is that you are consuming too many calories, then yes. But a calorie excess is not always the problem. Did you know there is also a possibility you may not be eating enough?

Something else to consider is that as you lose and continue to lose weight, your body adjusts to the “new normal” by burning fewer calories. If you want to continue to see weight loss then you are forced to continue cutting calories to unhealthy and unsustainable levels.

Similarly, if you have tried to cut calories and have not seen any weight loss, your problem could be unrelated to calorie consumption. There is a misconception that in order to be healthy, one must lose weight when in fact, sometimes the total opposite needs to happen. Some individuals need to optimize their health first, in order for their bodies to respond as expected and drop the pounds.

One key area to look at would be your hormones. No matter how healthy, or how low-calorie your diet may be, you will not see the changes you seek if your hormones are not balanced. Hormones have a direct impact in maintaining the body’s ideal weight. An imbalance can make you more or less hungry than normal or can interfere with important bodily functions, that in turn, will hinder your weight loss efforts. We need to work with our body, not against it, if we want to change it.

As you can see, when it comes to weight loss, there is much more to consider than just the amount of food you are putting into your mouth.

This is why it is important to work with a functional medicine doctor who is not only looking to mask symptoms of disease, but prevent it by attacking the root cause, whether is is nutritional choices or other factors such as hormones or lifestyle.

Even as important as being evaluated and given an individualized plan by a professional, is to continue working with them after weight loss to ensure your hormones and bodily functions are ideal. Keep in mind that weight loss can also stress the body and cause hormonal imbalances.

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BY MAYOR JUDY PAUL pril is International Jazz Month. The Town of Davie will be presenting its first annual Davie Jazz Festival through Steglich Ross & Associates.

The festival will encourage the participation of businesses, schools, universities, and non-governmental organizations, as well as public radio, public television and jazz enthusiasts to celebrate jazz taking place around the world. Various performing arts venues, community centers, artists, arts organizations, libraries, and educational institutes are also included in this great time of jazz celebration both locally and abroad.

Azur Equities is the title sponsor presenting the 2019 Davie historic Jazz Festival, which will be held at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, on Sunday, April 28, from 12noon to 8pm. World-renowned saxophonists Marion Meadows and Kim Waters will headline the event with special guest keyboardist Kayla Waters.

In its inaugural year, the dynamic roster includes Vikki Romero, well known Latin gospel artist, and Nova High School alumnus Alvin Bell, who is a former Ed McMahon’s “Next Big Star” finalist. The Grand Opening processional will feature a unity choir and some of Davie’s finest with a half-time show featuring the South Florida Cloggers and Jazz Dance routines.

The Festival will feature an Arts, Education and Humanities Village, providing a diverse selection of education, art, food and quality merchandise vendors. We look forward to seeing Davie artists Priscilla Tindall and Toni Webb, along with Kolos Schumy and his digital marvels.

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LEGALLY SPEAKING

When Will the Court Issue a “Restraining Order?”

BY EVAN BARON am often questioned about the process involved in obtaining a “restraining order.” Many people believe that such an Order can be obtained if a husband and wife get into a verbal argument or if someone is harassing them. This is not true and Florida law is very specific as to the requirements needed to seek such an order.

There is, in fact, really no such legal document as a “restraining order.” The Order that can be obtained is called an Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence. As the title suggests, this order is to protect someone from domestic violence, which is defined as any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member. The statute goes on to further explain that anyone who is either the victim of domestic violence or has reasonable cause to believe he or she is in imminent danger of becoming the victim of any act of domestic

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violence has standing to seek an injunction.

The basis for such an injunction therefore must be based upon either acts of violence or acts which would result in the other party having a reasonable belief that there was imminent danger of such violence. Conversely, injunctions will not be issued based upon harassment or threats which do not prove to result in imminent fear of harm.

To obtain the Injunction, a sworn affidavit must be filed and presented to a judge. If the Judge feels that the evidence is sufficient, a Temporary Injunction will be issued. This will usually require the Respondent (the person who has the injunction issued against him/her) to vacate the marital residence and to have no contact, direct or indirect, with the complaining party. A hearing will then be held within 15 days, giving both parties the opportunity to present their case to a judge. At that hearing either party can be represented by an attorney. The Judge will then determine if the Injunction shall remain in effect or whether it shall be dismissed. Injunctions can remain in effect for a certain period of time or indefinitely. The Injunction can also be modified allowing minimal contact to discuss issues such as child visitation.

The purpose of this Injunction is to offer protection to someone who has been the victim of domestic violence or has a reasonable fear to believe that he/she will be a victim. Unfortunately, it is sometimes abused by individuals who use it as a means to “get back” or punish their spouse. I often say that the Injunction is to be used as a shield to protect an individual and not as a sword to harm someone.

The Petition seeking the Injunction is sworn to by the applicant as being true. It is unlawful to lie under oath.

Nobody should allow themselves to be a victim of domestic violence. If you are, the law exists for your protection.

The law firm of Evan H. Baron and Associates is located at 1655 North Commerce Parkway, Suite 201, in Weston. If you have any questions concerning this issue or any other family law matter, call the office at 954-385-9160.

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f you are one of the millions of Americans suffering from dry eye symptoms, relief is available at Vision Care & Surgery Associates’ newest location in Weston. A dedicated Dry Eye Center of Excellence, this group of Ophthalmology and Optometry doctors has been practicing since 1986, providing comprehensive and medical eye care from its Hialeah office. Dr. Michelle Levin, President of Vision Care & Surgery Associates, explains more about the services now available at its Weston office.

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Vision Care & Surgery Associates specializes in the treatment and diagnosis of dry eye and ocular surface diseases. At our Dry Eye Center of Excellence in Weston, we provide a complete dry eye evaluation and offer a variety of treatment options personalized to each patient. We restore vision disrupted from dry eye syndrome, prior refractive surgery, and/or ocular surface diseases such as Keratoconus, Sjogren Syndrome and other corneal irregularities.

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As a Dry Eye Center of Excellence, Vision Care & Surgery Associates is dedicated and focused on

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SCHOOL NEWS

NSU University School Students Participate in Shark Tank Competition

BY DEBBY TEICH a radio or television commercial, a financial plan, and a projected earnings plan. Lastly, they created ourth grade students at NSU University School a PowerPoint presentation about their business and Lower School are learning what it takes to become an entrepreneur. For the third year, they product that had to be persuasive enough to entice the sharks to “invest” in their idea. participated in the Shark Tank Jr. project.

“It is impressive to see how students dig deep into “Our Shark Tank Jr. Project allows students to think critically, speak publicly, learn entrepreneurial traits, their interests to determine current problems and find innovative solutions that can lead to possible and learn important business skills,” said Elizabeth businesses,” Cora DeLaFuente, Associate Director of Haglund, 4th grade team leader.

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After reading articles about kid entrepreneurs, During the first round, students presented their students were asked to think of a product or service pitches in their classrooms to a judge, who used a that could solve an everyday problem. They conteacher-created rubric to select a group of finalists. In ducted research and established roles within their the final round, the students presented to a panel of groups, such as Business Team Manager, Artistic “sharks” in the AutoNation Center for the Arts.

Director, and Editor-in-Chief. Next, they created an Some of the projects included: official business plan that included a description of ▸▸ Ariana Zachariasz, Alanah Cypress Gadson, and their business, an advertising plan with a script for

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Madison Geduld created Kidz Vita Pops - ice pops that contain vitamins for children who hate the taste of traditional vitamins. “It was exciting to present in front of someone and share our project,” said Ariana. “It was thrilling, and I liked that we actually got to make our product,” said Alanah. ▸▸ Dylan Janov, Charleze Osceola, and Ethan Alenier created Glow Sports – a glow in the dark basketball, so children can play basketball at night. ▸▸ Peyton Greene and Lily Levine created Wet Wheels - a mop with wheels that can move so it can help with chores. “I think it’s very good for kids to show what they can do,” said Peyton.

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The men and women of this organization collectively offer thousands of years of public service experience. There is a great deal of talent throughout this agency, and I have had the honor of promoting some of our most highly-qualified leaders.

Our new leadership is strong. As an agency, we will operate more efficiently and effectively as we continue to focus on our mission of public safety. We are also bolstering our recruitment efforts to identify well-qualified individuals who are committed to public safety and are eager to serve.

Ongoing professional training is paramount to public safety. Our training division has been restructured, focusing on providing BSO employees with the education, training and tools needed to perform their duties properly. We are working toward establishing an on-site training complex to provide more intensive, frequent training necessary to address today’s public safety challenges.

We have established a Threat Management Division, which encompasses our Real Time Crime Center. This unified crime center will provide a means for law enforcement to utilize cutting-edge technology to proactively identify and investigate potentially dangerous threats to our community. We have been in direct communication with Broward school officials examining ways to enhance our school safety and security.

In the coming weeks and months, we will continue to evaluate our priorities and develop new policies and initiatives to improve our operations. We will be fiscally responsible and ensure we are allocating resources to the appropriate areas of public safety. Going forward, we will encourage two-way communication and open dialogue. New communication tools will be implemented to listen and connect better with the community.

I am proud of the strides we are already making to restore honor and confidence in this organization, and we are just getting started. Together, we will work toward achieving great success while prioritizing public safety. I look forward to meeting members of the community in the coming months.

SUCCESS = REWARD You can stay connected by following me on Twitter @BrowardSheriff or emailing me directly at ask_the_sheriff@sheriff.org.

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REAL ESTATE

Sellers: Set the Stage

BY ZONA HORTON, P.A., CRS, GRI REALTOR t’s no secret that homes are staying on the market longer. Unless you are priced in that sweet spot of $300,000 to $400,000, and have maintained your home, you may have to look to staging to have that home “show ready.”

When it’s time to sell your home, you must depersonalize and neutralize. Buyers may walk out as soon as they walk in if the home is too “lived in and loved on.”

You may not have to spend your hard-earned money to get this accomplished, because there are some reasonable items you can do yourself.

Here are some tips that can be DIY: ▸▸ Store away or box personal items. ▸▸ Clear out the clutter. ▸▸ Rearrange rooms to showcase their best potential. ▸▸ Scrub, clean, and scrub some more. Smell is the strongest sensory memory. ▸▸ Charge up the curb appeal.

You want buyers to view your home as their home. Prospective buyers may have a hard time envisioning themselves in the house if they’re gazing into the eyes of your family. Family vacation and school photos are too distracting. An over-abundance of religious paraphernalia can be a turnoff.

Toy clutter may be the biggest offender. Empty nesters may turn their nose up at a house full of toys and children’s artwork spattered all over the refrigerator and taped to the walls of bedrooms. A corner of your garage, obtaining a small storage unit, or a relative or friend who owes you a favor may be your best solutions for decluttering.

Rearranging your furniture at an angle draws interest into the room. Keep it light and bright with touches of color. This expands the space. The smell of fresh paint gives a sense of newness. Do Mr. and Mrs. Clean live here?

Selling a “pre-owned” home has its challenges – especially if the buyers have been perusing new construction. Beds should be neatly made; do not leave dishes on countertops or in the sink; and the smell of clean should permeate the airways. All trash should be taken out and cans should be replaced with deodorizing trash bags.

A professional window washer works well. Remove screens from windows and doors to allow more light. Dust removed from ceiling fans and door jams is a must. All animal odors need to be removed. This may require the purchase of a Rainbow Rainmate Air Freshener or Doctor Aromas kit for your air-conditioning units. Either will keep the home smelling fresh and clean continuously – ready for the next showing at a moment’s notice.

The exterior of your home is where the first impression starts. Fresh mulch is a nice touch – make sure it does not smell offensively as potential buyers walk up to your front door (which should be freshly pressure cleaned). A cut lawn with sidewalks and walkways free from debris is a great place to begin. Pressure clean that patio!

There’s so much you can do yourself, and there are professionals whom you can hire. Regardless, a home is more marketable if the Seller sets the stage with his Realtor’s guidance!

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Kristin Murphy, who teaches world history and pre-law at Nova Middle School, was named Teacher of the year

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BOWL-A-THON – Over 150 people attended the 2nd Annual Livin’ on a Spare Bowl-a-thon. Proceeds raised will benefit the Davie-Cooper City Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce.

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ORANGE BLOSSOM COURT – Meet the 2019 Orange Blossom Court: Tiny Miss: Anayah Muheet; Little Miss: Layla Korn; Jr. Miss: Gianna Palmiotto; Miss Jr. Miss: Ariel Dery; Miss Teen: Alissa Pupich; Miss Orange Blossom: Julia Ceresani; Mrs. Orange Blossom: Ashley Naya Photo: Town of Davie

STUDENT GOVERNMENT– The City of Cooper City City Commission recognized CCHS student government officers. SGA Advisors: Natalie Flaten, Michelle Diamond, Jessica Magliochette, Nichole Hicks, Stephen Franzone, Melissa Cabrera, Claudia Jones, Alfredo Pichardo and Amy Shea. Photo: City of Cooper City

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– On the one-year anniversary of the tragic event at Marjory Stoneman Douglas, members of the City of Cooper City City Commission, City staff, and the BSO gathered for a remembrance ceremony in Memorial Park. A wreath was placed at the site of the 17 brick pavers, which have been engraved with the names of the 17 who were lost. All who gathered shared a period of silence from 2:21 until 2:27 PM in honor of the lives that were lost.

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