Jury finds rapper Splash Zanotti and two co-defendants guilty in terrifying home invasion, kidnapping and robbery
Rapper Splash Zanotti, whose real name is Kejuan Brandon Campbell, and co-defendants Antonio Charles James Jr. “Yung Fokiss” and Dionte Alexander-Wilcox “Trap Savage” were found guilty in federal court Tuesday.
sun-sentinel.comTeen charged as adult in crash that killed expectant mother, hospitalized 7-year-old boy – Sun Sentinel
A Miramar teenager has been charged as an adult in connection with a crash in December that killed an expectant mother and hospitalized her 7-year-old son, who only recently regained consciousness.
sun-sentinel.comWatch the full video of 1994 Florida triple murder captured on VHS tape and featured on TV show ‘See No Evil’
The 1994 Casey's Nickelodeon Murders that left three people dead in Miramar, Florida, is featured in a new episode of Investigation Discovery's "See No Evil." Watch the full video here.
sun-sentinel.comSouth Florida sponsor helping Venezuelan migrants with Biden parole program
As President Joe Biden announced the recent expansion of an immigration policy for migrants coming from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela, sponsors in South Florida are stepping up to help people who might not even know about the program.
Hundreds of Miramar Children Receive Gifts for the Holiday Thanks to Generous Donations from Miramar Park of Commerce
Miramar Police Department’s Operation Blue Squad delivered donated gifts collected during the 7th Annual Sunbeam Polar Express toy driveSubmitted by Samantha Van NuysMIRAMAR, Fla. — The Sunbeam Polar Express made its 7th annual drive through Miramar just before the holidays, delivering toys, games, bikes, books and more to the Miramar Police Department. Gifts were donated by Miramar Park of Commerce tenants and vendors and were given to underserved children in Miramar as well as children at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital by Operation Blue Squad. “There are so many families who struggle with the added expenses of the holiday season,” said Sunbeam Properties & Development Vice President of Acquisitions, Leasing and Marketing Ryan Goggins. “Each year the Miramar Park of Commerce gathers together to help the greater Miramar community and continue our annual tradition of giving,” added Goggins. Sunbeam Properties & Development also partners with the Miramar Police Athletic League for Hangin’ with 5-0, a free, six-week summer camp and life-changing program for at-risk youth in Miramar.
thewestsidegazette.com3rd Annual Afro-Carib Festival Features Koffee, CKay and Jacob Forever
MIRAMAR – The City of Miramar has announced its lineup for the 3rd Annual Afro-Carib Festival (ACF) happening on Saturday, February 25, 2023, 5pm-11pm ET at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater located at 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, FL 33025. Boasting 122M views, Koffee is most known for her runaway hit “Toast”, a mind-blowing feat for a newcomer. At 18, she was the youngest and first female reggae artist to win a GRAMMY for the coveted Best Reggae Album. With more than 900 million views globally, CKAY has connected people from different backgrounds, with one catchy song. Jacob ForeverUsing fusions of rap and reggaeton, GRAMMY nominated, Cuban born Jacob Forever is known for his artistic diversity between bachata, urban and reggaeton.
sflcn.comFLORIDA FILES: Listen to episode 3 of police shootout gone wrong
On Dec. 5, 2019, Frank Ordonez would go to work at UPS and never return home. He'd be taken hostage by two armed robbers and end up in the midst of a police shootout in Miramar Parkway. Richard Cutshaw would be driving home from work and he'd be caught in the crossfire and shot in the head while in his car. Hear the stories of what happened that day and where things stand 3 years later.
Plane plagued by engine problems days before fatal Miramar crash
Days before a plane crashed into a Miramar home, the flight instructor and the student killed in the crash had sought to resolve major engine problems, according to a preliminary NTSB report. They may have been troubleshooting those problems the day of the crash.
sun-sentinel.comThe Westside Gazette, starting in this week’s edition, will feature a Broward student-athlete weekly
Ben Joseph, Jr., of Flanagan High School in Miramar, is the first selection for the 2022 school year. The lithe 6’1”, 170 pound corner combines speed, quickness, tenacity, knowledge of opponent’s offensive tendencies and toughness to compete on the highest level. He is the son of proud parents Tonya and Ben Joseph of Miramar. Ben began his athletic career at the age of seven playing youth football, but later developed an affinity for soccer. Congrats on being selected the Westside Gazette’s first featured Student/Athlete for the year 2022.
thewestsidegazette.com20th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival Launches with 20-Hour Sale
MIRAMAR – The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary on Sunday, November 13th, at Miramar Regional Park in Miramar, Florida. This limited offer will be available on the festival’s website www.jerkfestival.com and patrons will be limited to two tickets per person to allow as many persons to benefit from this special offer during the limited time. Managing Partner and CEO of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival Eddy Edwards commented, “We are excited to be back after a two-year hiatus and to provide this special discount ticket offer to patrons when most prices are on the increase. The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival is the signature Caribbean event merging food, music, and entertainment in South Florida. SponsorsThe 20th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival is presented by Jamaican Jerk Festival USA, Inc. in association with Partners for Youth Foundation.
sflcn.comHIGHLY ANTICIPATED KID’S COMIC EXPO RETURNS TO THE MIRAMAR CULTURAL CENTER SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022
Guest Appearances by Characters from A Warrior’s Path, Star Wars, and other Comic FavoritesMIRAMAR, FL – The Miramar Cultural Center (MCC), located at 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar in partnership with Chrispin & Crane today announced the return of Kid’s Comic Expo on Saturday, July 30, 2022. The interactive experience will feature characters from A Warriors’ Path, Star Wars, and other favorite comic book characters. Comic Expo will feature comic book displays, cosplay for all ages, face-painting for the kids and a variety of food trucks. “We could not be more excited to partner with the Miramar Cultural Center and the City of Miramar for the 2nd Annual Miramar Kids Comic Expo,” said Ebonni Chrispin, Co-Founder of Chrispin & Crane. “At its core, the Miramar Comic Expo is about family, inspiration and fun.
thewestsidegazette.comChristian Simmons to Take Part in Envisions National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM
MIRAMAR, FL – This summer, Christian Simmons from Miramar, FL, will join outstanding elementary school students from across the state to take part in a unique academic development experience, the National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF): Pathways to STEM, taking place this summer at the University of Miami. NYLF Pathways to STEM is one of the Envision by WorldStrides family of programs (https://www.envisionexperience.com/) that enable students to explore their interests and experience learning beyond the classroom. With dreams of being a Scientist and a Sensei, Christian is looking forward to gaining the hands-on medical experience that the forum provides. At NYLF Pathways to STEM, students build the confidence and skills needed to excel in the classroom while gaining exposure to STEM fields and concepts. In 2018, Envision became part of the WorldStrides family.
thewestsidegazette.comTwo 18-year-olds arrested, accused of shooting water pellets at people in TikTok-inspired challenge
Two 18-year-olds were arrested Tuesday and charged with a felony, accused of shooting water beads at roughly 25 people — including a person over 65 — in Pembroke Pines and Miramar in the TikTok-inspired "Orbeez Challenge."
sun-sentinel.com‘Intruder’ killed after breaking into Miramar home, police say
A man is dead after he broke into a home in Miramar on Monday morning unannounced and a relative of the home owner shot him, Miramar Police said. The "intruder" knew the owner of the home and had previously argued with him, said Tania Rues, a spokesperson for the police department.
sun-sentinel.comWillie Stewart’s Passion For Music is Showcased in Rhythms of Africa
by Howard Campbell[MIRAMAR] – As a member of the Third World band, Willie Stewart traveled the globe, playing to sold-out venues and recorded hit albums and songs. He thought nothing could beat that until he started Rhythms Of Africa in 2010. For Stewart, the show transcends music. Rhythms Of Africa, which is endorsed by Miramar mayor Wayne Messam, is a staple of the South Florida entertainment calendar. Rhythms Of Africa 2022, which celebrates the 60th anniversary of Jamaica’s independence, also features Marcia Griffiths and Gramps Morgan.
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