The key word for businesses who wait all year for the "season" to arrive is adjustment. Any way you look at the economy - this has been a lengthy period of adjustment, and while many longtime local businesses have not been able to
make it, those that have, point to keeping a balance as the way they have been able to stay afloat. "There is little doubt that if my mindset was still fixed on four or five years ago, I would never have made it this long," said Marco Treulle, a vendor at
the Mardi Gras Flea Market in Hallandale Beach. "I know that in the late spring and summer, my businesses is very slow, so I have to compensate." The first part of compensating is understanding that even in the winter months, the
The new Miami Subs Grills impresses
BUSINESS SAVVY
Keeping a balance is the way local merchants stay afloat
Larry Blustein Last weekend, residents were treated to quite a grand re-opening of the New Miami Subs Grill at 116 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd. Many area dignitaries came out as the Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce co-hosted the event. You will be impressed by the look and new menu! More event photos on Page 8A.
number of visitors is not what it once was. That is a direct reflection of the economy, which still has countsfsuntimes@aol.com
less out of work and others who are facing foreclosure. No matter where you go this time of year, whether it's the beaches, malls restaurants or Gulf-
stream Racing & Casino, where the thoroughbred season is finishing up its second full month, there are crowds. Maybe –––––––––––––––––––– BLUSTEIN, Page 9A
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FDA Approves Fat Zapping Machine Using Cool Light
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Dr. Ivan Pelton has just opened his state-of-the-art practice in the city of Hollywood, with an important goal in mind, to continue a durable relationship with his patients.
Providing excellent quality dental care for the entire family
ELITE DENTAL CENTER
By David Udoff Sun Times HOLLYWOOD - Elite Dental Center strives to provide excellent quality dental care for the entire family in a brand new office that is both professional and friendly. After years of practicing in Coral Springs, Dr. Ivan Pelton has just opened his state-of-the-art practice in the city of Hollywood, with an important goal in mind, to continue a durable relationship with his patients. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ELITE, Page 3A
ARP CLINIC
Chronic pain is debilitating, and quickly erodes quality of life. Now, a new medical technology allows many patients suffering from back or joint pain to avoid surgery and return to the activities and lifestyles they enjoyed previously. Need to more? 1C.
By Stacy Reed Living in Florida certainly has its advantages. But the "sun and fun" climate, trips to the beach and an outdoors lifestyle means go-to wardrobe choices of shorts, tanks, mini's, and of course, swimsuits. And with those choices comes the desire (some would say pressure) to look good in them. Even though many Floridians maintain their health and looks through diet and exercise, most people are genetically predisposed to store fat in the hips, thighs and belly. And –––––––––––––––––– LIGHT, Page 11A
HALLANDALE BEACH
One of the most anticipated events of the new year will take place around Hallandale Beach from Monday, Mar. 12th through Mar. 19th. Welcome to the 2012 Senior Championships. For more on all the events, Page 4D.
The Lipolight is a body-sculpting procedure that is designed to remove fat and contour the body without surgery. It works by means of cold (laser) light, which is FDA Approved for body circumference reduction, that penetrates the skin safely.
MILLER’S ALE HOUSE
Have plans for the Super Bowl? Millerʼs Ale House in North Miami Beach can make them for you, and it will be impressive. If you already have plans, this is a destination you need to head to any day of the week. Check it out. Page 1B.