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While The Summer Months Are Usually Tough For Many, Adjusting Is Indeed The Key
By Larry Blustein sfsuntimes@aol.com Eileen Cabrera’s family has run successful businesses in south Florida since the 1970’s. In that time, she, a brother and two sisters have been a part of many summers – when just surviving was the best they could do. But times have changed for these Hollywood residents, who have watched growth take hold 12 months a year. “When you live here 365 days a year, you know what to expect, so you adjust,” Cabrera explained. “Instead of bemoaning the fact that your customer base has dwindled, you do something about it. It has been like that forever and it’s not going to change - without assis-
tance.” That is what many have been doing throughout Miami-Dade and Broward Counties – just to survive the months when the tourists are not escaping anything. But that is no longer something that is catching anyone by surprise. What you are watching once again this summer are those area businesses who are doing anything and everything possible to give their year-round customers specials and low prices. “My father and I are going to be living out a lifetime dream later this summer when we open a sandwich shop,” North Miami Beach resident Nelson Torres explained. “Even though we live here on
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Florida Supercon Takes Center Stage
Last weekend, if you are a fan of comic con, the Broward County Convention Center was the place to be. From July 12-15, Florida Supercon celebrated superheroes, anime, fantasy, science fiction, video games, pop culture, and more as thousands dressed up as their favorite characters, coming from all over the country - and even parts of the world. For more on this unique event, check out the story and photos on Page 2B.
Hallandale Beach Hosts Open House on Saturday A Lifetime of Discovery awaits you at Hallandale Beach Parks and Recreation Centers! Join the City of Hallandale Beach for their Open House and Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 21st from 11am 2pm at OB Johnson Park: 1000 NW 8th Avenue Hallandale Beach, FL 33009, to discover all the great things your Hallandale, Page 4A
Rainy Season Brings Too Many Problems
Nobody Understands Water Damage, Mold & Mildew Like 1st Priority Restoration As we are now in the middle of July, residents of south Florida fully understand that the storm season is here and is not going away for at least four more months. Two recent hurricanes that toyed with the United States gave all of us an indication of what we will be in for throughout the summer and into the fall. As flooding continues to be a major concern
anytime of year in south Florida, and the mold and mildew that usually follows, 1st Priority Restoration is all about giving the customer that "peace of mind.” After Hurricane Alberto was born before the actual start of the 2018 season, it was certainly something that had everyone thinking and as Beryl and Chris moved up the east coast, preparation was
indeed the key and an understanding that the coming months will be very active. If you have lived down in south Florida for any poeriod of time, you already understand. Providing a professional, complete cleaning job has become 1st Priority Restoration’s trademark. What continues to separate them 1st Priority, Page 4B
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