THE FINAL MONTH!
How important is this year’s election? More voters than ever before are expected to help make a very important decision - at all levels of government.
Larry Blustein
Okay, raise your hand if you’ve had enough of the campaign ads,
phone calls and all those signs that obstruct the beautiful views in our neighborhoods. You can put them down now – you are certainly not alone. I’ll bet a lot of you are just about worn out, but here is some bad news – or good news if you are a politician – we are one month away from what appears to be one of the most important elections of many of our lives. With Twitter, Facebook and every other instant way of communicating, this is, and will be, the most covered and promoted election of all time. Where else can you see your favorite candidate on live streaming video, read what they say instantly on Twitter and every other way of getting the word out? This election is certainly the poster child, if you will, for the age we are all living in, and for
‘CASINO STAN’
Nobody did more to get the facts out about casino gaming than area resident Stan Wertheimer
By Larry Blustein Sun Times There are people you meet, in your every day life, that end up influencing how you approach different situations. Stanley Wertheimer was indeed one of those people. "Casino Stan", as thousands had come to know him over the years, never wanted to draw attention to himself, but this is someone who has always made a difference - for the betterment of himself and those around him.
Back in December of 2006, “Casino Stan” Wertheimer was part of the opening celebration at Mardi Gras Casino in Hallandale Beach.
Taken way too soon, Wertheimer, who has spent the past 40 years in South Florida, passed at the age of 69 - still working like he did the day he came from New Jersey. His passing was indeed a shock to many who had come to love and rely on him. ____________________________________ STAN, Page 6A
KODNER GALLERIES
Kodner Galleries has become a 4th generation auction business with over 90 years of experience in buying, selling, appraising and consigning for sale antiques, fine household contents, works of art and diamond. For more, see Page 2A.
The Election of 2012 turning out to be one of the most impactual - at all levels
that reason, it automatically becomes the election that more and more –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BLUSTEIN, Page 6A
1ST PRIORITY
Using the latest technology to restore your property to its pre-loss condition
A JOB FOR PROFESSIONALS Detecting and removing toxic mold is not a simple process, and it should be done by a professional. Using the best technology and tools available, 1st Priority Restoration can get rid of the mold in your home or business before it becomes a serious problem. Mold can grow anywhere that moisture exists. Air conditioning ducts are the most common place, but it can also form behind drywall, under carpets, and on furniture and fab-
HALLANDALE BEACH
Charles Wu, an architect by training and a certified planner, is the new Director of Development Services in the City of Hallandale Beach. Mr. Wu will oversee the City’s Building, Planning and Zoning, and Code Compliance divisions. See Page 1D.
1st Priority Restoration does it all. Whatever the source of damage or contamination to your home or business might be, 1st Priority can identify it, repair it, sanitize it and restore the area to its original condition, all while working directly with your insurance company.
rics. And mold may already be growing on a surface that is not yet releasing enough spores so it is visible. A small area of mold and moisture can spread to big damage, it's –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– PRIORITY, Page 4A
ANTIQUE SUPERMARKET
Antiques Supermarket buys and sells antiques, and offers appraisal and restoration services for antique furniture, art, lamps, and lighting. They sell South American and European antiques dating back to the 19th century. For more, Page 1B.