From Pompano Beach to Miami, a chilly surprise reminded us of Alice H. Parker’s pioneering central heating. Imagine modern warmth thanks to a visionary inventor from 1919.
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Senator Ashley Moody has announced a significant boost for Florida communities, with nearly half a billion dollars in federal disaster recovery funds set to be distributed across the state. This initiative comes after Moody’s discussions with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to expedite FEMA public assistance funding—a critical step for communities still grappling
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POMPANO BEACH — As redevelopment of the city’s New Downtown moves forward, the next chapter for one of Northwest Pompano’s most meaningful landmarks — the E. Pat Larkins Community Center — will depend heavily on community involvement. RocaPoint Partners (RP Pompano, LLC), master developer of the downtown project, has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an architect with deep
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This week in Villij News, February 6, 2026 ✊🏾 Black History Month in Pompano Beach is packed with culture — from art, performances, and storytelling to youth programs and major events like Exquisite: A Black Art, Food & Wine Festival. 🏛️ The future of the E. Pat Larkins Community Center is at a turning point.
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A man was killed Monday night after being struck by a train in Deerfield Beach, authorities said. According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred around 9:21 p.m. on Feb. 2, 2026, near West Hillsboro Boulevard and Dixie Highway in Deerfield Beach. Broward County Regional Communications received reports of a crash involving a Brightline
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