SCHOOL DAZE • Apprehension, the unknown faces some students on the first day of a new year
Time has come for change to the legendary ‘441 Corridor’ By Larry Blustein @sfsuntimes@aol.com HOLLYWOOD - When residents of south Florida think about Highway 441, there aren't many positives that come to mind. But that is all starting to change in one city. As one of the heaviest traveled roads in all of Broward County, 441 (State Road 7) has long been the main artery for motorists moving north and south. But times changed, major highways were built and many of the businesses began to close down. When Hollywood looked toward the future of the entire city, there
was much planned for the beaches and in the downtown area. There was also a mention of how that 441 corridor could be improved and vital once again. "I have been working as a mech––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 441, Page 6A
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Hallandale football team makes it to the big time
Last Saturday, members of the Hallandale High football program had the opportunity to be treated like a "big leaguer" - when the Chargers joined some 65 other south Florida schools to take part in the first ever Miami Dolphins Media Day at Sun Life Stadium. With LSU senior defensive back John Battle IV leading the way, Hallandale players experienced the media side of the game - posing for photos, talking to TV reporters and fielding questions about the 2013 season. The event also gave many of the players a chance to interact as the stadium was busy from 8 a.m. until after 5 in the evening. Five players and a coach were asked questions by the media, giving Hallandale maximum exposure, and experience what the Miami Dolphins go through each and every day. Former Dolphins Twan Russell and Troy Drayton put the entire event together.
KODNER GALLERIES - DANIA 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 diamonds. For more on this quality business, see Page 2A.
By Larry Blustein sfsuntimes@aol.com As the clock ticks down, bringing another summer to an end, parents and students across south Florida are making those final plans for the upcoming school year. When the doors fly open on Monday, Aug. 19, it will usher in another year where budgets are strained and youngsters are pointed toward an economy that is simply average at best. But keep in mind that no matter how you slice it, the first 18 years of any life are easily the most important, and leave the most impact. As our youngsters head back to school - or for the first time - in some cases - there is a feeling of apprehension. New friends will be made along the way, and the unknown of what new teachers you get and how they will influence you - are both exciting and filled with terror. For Hollywood fourth grader Michael Timmons, it's all about the new friends he will meet as he switches from public to private. His family felt that the change may be something that will benefit him. "I am scared to go to a new school," Timmons said. "But I already had –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SCHOOL, Page 6A
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Waterview remains the hottest selling property! • Single family home collection, by CC Devco Homes, right here in South Broward
Gated and fenced with a community pool and cabanas, meandering trails, pocket parks and more, these are residences that you will be extremely proud to call your own.
Waterview’s single family home collection, by CC Devco Homes, the builders of Monterra-Cooper City, offers two story, three bedroom homes with garages starting from the mid $200’s. Phase II was released for sale in May when Phase I sold out and now with over 190 homes sold, new homeowners have already begun to move into this
MILLENNIUM BALLROOM Hallandale Beach residents may be familiar with the name Francois Michel Jacques, who is known throughout the world for his work with the International Dance Council/UNESCO and the World Dance Sports organization and is a longtime resident of Hallandale. Page 1B.
beautiful community to make it their own. Waterview takes Mediterranean inspired designs from the famed coastal city of Santa Barbara, and like Monterra, includes granite countertops and stainless steel appliances in every kitchen as well as many other upscale features –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WATERVIEW, Page 3A
VANDOR GERIATRIC Last year, Vandor Geriatric fed 7,949 families. In these tough economic times, where the dollar is being stretched, it is refreshing to know that people care enough to step up and feed those who are in need of a meal & other services. For more, see Page 5A.