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PUBLISHER’S PAGE 10 The President Isn’t The Only One Who Takes An Oath Of Office

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FEATURE STORIES 17 Dr. Robert B. Donoway & Kathryn A. Donoway Pay It Forward 19 From Tokyo to Broward County: Otoro Asian Kitchen Serves Authentic Omakase Sushi

COMMUNITY NEWS 14 Local Leader Accepts Proclamation on Behalf of all Indian Americans from City of Miramar 20 Early Voting Expected to Shatter 2016 Records 24 Community Luminaries and Champions in Education to be Honored in the 2020 “Hall of Fame” Awards

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iramar Commissioner Yvette Colbourne presented Sajan Kurian, a leader in the local Indian community, with a city of Miramar Proclamation to the Indian community to commemorate Indian American Heritage Month. Kurian accepted the proclamation on behalf of all Indian Americans living in the area. He also received a community service award reflecting his leadership in the area. Kurian is a member of the South Asian Indian Diaspora and United Human Rights International. He also founded the South Asian American Democratic Caucus. “Being of Indian and Jamaican descendent and born in Panama has given me a passion for culture,” Colbourne said in a statement. “I am inspired and grateful to those who promote the diverse culture in our community.” In 2017, the city of Miramar began recognizing Indian American Heritage Month. “I am happy to recognize Mr. Kurian as a community leader in Broward County and a voice for many Indian Americans in South Florida,” she said. “Mr. Kurian is a wonderful Indian American community leader who supports our diverse community.”

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hen Dr. Robert Donoway and Kathryn Donoway were planning their wedding, they knew it would be different than most. Getting married during the pandemic presented some challenges, but what set their marriage apart was the present they gave to each other and the community at large: The Donoway Center Foundation for Pancreatic, Liver, and Advanced Cancer Research. The foundation is an outgrowth of their desire to give back and, at the same time, to advance medical science. “When we see how others suffer during their cancer treatment we knew there were things we could

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Community Luminaries and Champions in Education to be Honored in the 2020 “Hall of Fame” Awards

n NFL Hall of Famer, national recording artists and a captain in the United States Coast Guard are among the distinguished Broward County high school alumni who have made their mark on local communities and will be honored by Broward Education Foundation during the Publix Super Markets Charities 2020 “Hall of Fame Awards” presented by Memorial Healthcare System on Saturday, December 5 at 6 p.m. The outdoor drive-in celebration will take place at William T. McFatter Technical College and High School, 6500 Nova Drive in Davie. As with all events, COVID has changed the plans for this year’s Hall of Fame. Taking extra precautions and factoring in safety protocols and social distancing measures, Broward Education Foundation will salute this year’s honorees during a first-ever drive-in event. When the sun goes down, the fun begins. Guests will remain in their cars in the high school’s expansive parking lot and watch the awards onstage and on large screens. Audio will be streamed through car radios. The 2020 Broward Education Foundation Hall of Fame honorees are: Receiving the JM Family Enterprises, Inc. Bravo Award for their positive impact on the lives of thousands of children are two talented national recording artists and co-founders of the group Black Violin: ▸ Wil Baptiste, Dillard High School graduate, class of 2000 ▸ Kevin Marcus Sylvester, Dillard High School graduate, class of 1999. Recipients of the Bank of America Community Achievement Award for significant accomplishments in any field are: ▸ Isaac Bruce, former professional football player and member of the NFL Hall of Fame, owner of Bruce Zone and Dillard High School graduate, class of 1990 ▸ Jo-Ann F. Burdian, Sector Commander and Captain of the Port, United States Coast Guard, Sector Miami and Piper High School graduate, class of 1993 ▸ Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser and Western High School graduate, class of 1995 The three honorees receiving the Office Depot Education Achievement Award for their dedication to a career in public education are: ▸ Amy DeCelle, medical magnet coordinator at Blanche Ely High School and graduate of Piper High School, class of 1993 ▸ Mark Howard, principal of Hallandale Magnet

High School and graduate of Nova High School, class of 1990 ▸ Carletha B. Shaw-Rolle, Ph.D., educator and cadre director for Broward County Public Schools and graduate of South Plantation High School, class of 1985 “This year has been anything but ordinary but that should not take away from the extraordinary Broward County public school alumni we are honoring this year during our annual Hall of Fame Awards. We are inspired by their leadership, passion and commitment to education and community,” said Tim Curtin, Broward Education Foundation Board Chair. “We give a heartfelt thanks to our sponsors for their unwavering support during this very challenging year. We hope the community will join us for this fun and special evening that supports students and teachers in Broward County Public Schools,” added Shea Ciriago, executive director of Broward Education Foundation. Reminiscent of California’s Hollywood Walk of Fame, Broward’s distinguished alumni are honored with large engraved granite stars on the BrightStar

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Sometimes It’s Just Up to the Parents BY EVAN H. BARON, ESQ. n the past few days, I have been contacted by several former clients, who have asked me the same question. These clients have been previously divorced and have school age children. In all instances they have “SHARED PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY”. The question that has been asked is can you help me? The help they need concerns the re-opening of schools. One of the parents wants the child(ren) to go back to school for “face to face learning” and the other parent wants the child(ren) to continue with “distance learning”. I am sure this is an issue that many parents are dealing with right now. No matter where you may stand on this issue, I think every parent has weighed the pros and cons of sending a child back into their school. If the parents are still together in an intact marriage or even if not married but living together and raising their children, I think we can all admit that it is a joint parental decision. However, if the parents are divorced, and have “Shared Parental Responsibility” will the courts become involved? Let me first define “Shared Parental Responsibility” Florida Statutes define “Shared Parental Responsibility”, as follows: ‘A Court-ordered relationship in which both parents retain full parental rights and responsibilities with respect to their child and in which both parents CONFER with each other so that major decisions affecting the welfare of the child will be determined JOINTLY”.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR: MIRIMAR

My Fellow Miramarians, BY WAYNE M. MESSAM, MAYOR OF MIRAMAR very year I have the privilege to present the State of the City to our residents and business community. It’s a tradition I began when I was elected mayor in 2015. This year’s State of the City address was held virtually due to COVID-19. In years past, the address would have been open to the public, however, out of an abundance of caution, I decided to utilize technology to share the city’s progress. Despite the tremendous impact of the pandemic on our city, I am pleased to share that the State of Miramar is Strong. This year’s address featured success stories in Economic Development, shed light on our Business Climate, provided updates on Resident Services, Impacts and Responses to COVID-19, highlighted our opportunities and the future of Miramar. It is without question that Miramar remains on fire. Our population has grown to nearly 150,000 residents and our economy remains one of the fastest growing in America with the continued addition of high paying jobs. Industry-leading companies continue to move to Miramar with salaries averaging $80,000. During the address, I took time to tell the COVID-19 stories and the resiliency of our community. Miramar was able to provide $1 Million dollars in Small Business assistance as well as rental and utility bill relief for our residents. Together as a city we stood together in the face of a pandemic that continues to be relentless to families and businesses to this day. Your city government is committed to doing all that we can to assist. As I reflect on the progress of the city and our response to the pandemic, I am just as resolved in leading the city commission and administration as I am to continuing to invest in the future of Miramar. For the next twenty years and beyond, in order to continue our momentum, we cannot rest. We must continue to make the bold moves today that will secure our competitive advantage in the future. I encourage you to visit the City of Miramar’s Facebook Page or YouTube Channel to view my State of the City Address. There you will find the facts about our city’s progress, our challenges and our way forward. To stay informed on events and news from the mayor’s office, follow me on social media - Twitter/Instagram @WAYNEMESSAM and Facebook www.FaceBook.com/MayorWayneMMessam.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR: PEMBROKE PINES

November Update BY FRANK C. ORTIS, MAYOR OF PEMBROKE PINES ear Residents: This month I along with hundreds other U.S. Mayors will declare November 1, 2020 as “Extra Mile Day,” a day to recognize people and organizations who are creating positive change in our communities through their extra mile efforts in volunteerism and service. Although this has been a very difficult year, it has inspired many to ‘go the extra mile’ in helping others through food distributions, as first responders, working in our health facilities and looking out for others in our community by doing simple, yet impactful, actions like shopping for the elderly or checking in on those who were alone. Heroes abound in our community, and I am so grateful that we have grown stronger and even closer through these trying times. I want to let you know about a new outreach program in our city. The Pembroke Pines Police Department is implementing a Special Needs Registry that will allow officers to better serve those in the community living with special needs. Through this outreach program the department hopes to compile and maintain a list of individuals who have “special needs” due to mental or neurological disabilities, and who reside within the City of Pembroke Pines. The information provided will assist officers to more effectively interact with any registered individuals. Inclusion in the Special Needs Registry is completely voluntary. All Pembroke Pines residents are invited to proactively provide information to the police department about any loved one(s) with special needs, regardless of age, who may require special assistance in an emergency situation or interaction with our officers. This information will be kept confidential and made available only to police personnel. To register for the Special Needs Registry, please complete the Special Needs Registry Form found on www.ppines.com and return the document to the Pembroke Pines Police Department. Forms can be dropped off at the PPPD East Headquarters, located at 9500 Pines Boulevard or the PPPD West District Station, located at 18400 Johnson Street. It can also be emailed to the department’s Community Affairs Unit at cau@ppines.com. Parents and caregivers may enroll any person, of any age, with any type of medical condition or disability, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Alzheimer’s or Dementia, Diagnosed Bipolar Disorder, and Down syndrome. Adults with special needs may also enroll themselves. For more information please go to www.ppines.com/police. And just a reminder, on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 the Nation will be observing Veterans Day. This is a very important day to honor and thank all U.S. military personnel, particularly living veterans. They have given and continue to give so much for our country to ensure we live freely and safely. I would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving and as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-450-1020, or by email at fortis@ppines.com. From your Mayor,

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Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle BY DR. JOHN GOODNER

oot and ankle injuries are very common in sports or in general activities of daily living. Many structures including bone, ligament, cartilage and joint lining may be injured. Injuries may occur from a single traumatic event or from overuse. Injuries may occur during the teenage years that may manifest themselves later on. These injuries may cause stiffness and pain in the foot or the ankle joints, especially after getting out of bed first thing in the morning to walk. This stiffness and pain will be present for a proportional period of time usually to the degree of joint injury. With weightbearing, the joint usually loosens and the person is able to ambulate. This stiffness and pain will redevelop if the person sits for a period of time and tries to get up and walk. As the day goes on, the foot or ankle may ache, especially with excessive activity. Swelling may be present over the area that is injured. Instability may develop if the ligaments have been injured causing the foot or ankle to constantly twist. When these injuries are unresponsive to conservative treatment which may include orthotics, medication or rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery may be neces-

sary to remove the damaged tissue in the foot and ankle. A miniature camera is placed into the injured joint allowing an image to be seen on a television screen. The joint is visualized, and small instruments are introduced into the joint to clean out and repair the damage. Fragments of bone and cartilage are often removed. Suctioning of debris and smoothing rough surfaces will often allow a joint to resume its normal gliding motion. Arthroscopic surgery may be used to treat the following conditions: chronic join pain and swelling; arthritis and bone spurs; loose bone and cartilage fragments; stiff, scarred joints; and ankle fractures that have not completely recovered. The advantages of arthroscopic surgery include: faster recovery; less pain and swelling; avoids large incisions; low risk of infection; outpatient procedure; and quicker return to activities. Joints are designed to give our bodies freedom of movement. Wear and tear of a joint due to injury or due to aging may alter the lifestyle of an individual. When conservative treatments fail, arthroscopic surgery should be considered. The surgery is especially helpful for a fracture that has occurred to the ankle even after the ankle has been fixed surgically. The cartilage in the ankle joint may have been damaged during the injury causing chronic stiffness and pain that may be mild but never goes away completely. Patients often think that this is a very livable condition. However, once treated arthroscopically a full return to activity may be possible. n Dr. John Goodner is a Board Qualified Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in sports medicine foot and ankle injuries, foot and ankle arthroscopy, lower extremity trauma, and lower extremity deformities in infants, children, teens and adults. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Plantation is located at 220 S.W. 84th Avenue, Suite 102, 954-720-1530. The practice website is www.SOUTHFLORIDASPORTSMEDICINE.com. Instagram @SouthFloridaSportsMedicine. Twitter @SFLSportsMed.

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CARTILAGE INJURIES Microfractures, Cartilage Transplants, Osteochondral Grafting RECONSTRUCTIVE FOOT, ANKLE AND LEG SURGERY Flat Foot, Bunions, Hammertoes, Ligament Repair, Achilles Tendon Tears, Arthritis Surgery SPORTS MEDICINE Tendon and Ligament injuries, Heel Pain, Shockwave Therapy, PRP & Stem Cell Injections, Arthroscopy and Tendoscopy, Shin Splints, Compartment Syndrome

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IMEs • Personal Injury • Worker’s Compensation Most HMOs/PPOs • All Foot Ankle & Leg Emergencies Same Day Appointments • Saturday Appointments Early Morning & Evening Appointments

SELF PAY RATES (Procedure cost is in addition to office visit.) New Patient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Surgery Consult . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Injections . . . . . . . . . .$75 per shot Casts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$175 Follow Up Visit . . . . . . . . $50-$100 Orthotics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350 Ingrown Nail . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$125 X-Rays . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 per area PRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$600 Shockwave (3 sessions) . . . . $500 Laceration Repair . . . . . . . . . $250 Wound Care . . . . . . . . . . .$75-$125 (FOR CHRONIC HEEL PAIN & TENDONITIS)

SPORTS MEDICINE ASSOCIATES (Self Pay Rates Do Not Apply To This Practice Below)

Dr. Al DeSimone, M.D. Board Certified SHOULDER & KNEE SPECIALIST

Dr. Fernando Moya, M.D. Board Certified SHOULDER & KNEE SPECIALIST

Dr. David Shenassa, M.D. Board Qualified HAND & WRIST SURGEON

Dr. Alexander Bertot, M.D. Board Certified SPORTS MEDICINE SPECIALIST

Dr. Franz Jones, D.O. Board Certified SPINE SPECIALIST

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of the Month This is our new little family member, “Winston”. He’s just over 8 weeks old and we just brought him into our loving home. As I always said, it’s not a home without a dog! He’s a Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), hence the name “Winston”. His favorite people are naturally both my wife Tania and I, and he loves to play with his new favorite “Lamchop” stuffed animal. He loves his “Beneful Healthy Puppy”, but he also likes a little taste of our food too. He also loves licking and playing with a piece of ice! He loves to run and play and teethe on our ears (OUCH!-LOL), and he is not a big fan of his crate.

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Articles inside

From Shabby to Chic: Pembroke Pines Charter School Weight Room Gets an Extreme Makeover

Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle

From Tokyo to Broward County: Otoro Asian Kitchen Serves Authentic Omakase Sushi

The President Isn’t The Only One Who Takes An Oath Of Office

Sometimes It’s Just Up to the Parents

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Dr. Robert B. Donoway & Kathryn A. Donoway Pay It Forward