🌱 How a packed Sunrise meeting could reshape South Florida’s districts
Sunrise, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readCheers Sunrise! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a packed Sunrise meeting could reshape South Florida’s districts
- Could your everyday driving habits reveal early signs of dementia?
- How a national drug-money scheme allegedly reached into Sunrise
Also on today's calendar: IKEA Family Summer Camp Scavenger Hunt and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: An afternoon t-storm or two, temps: high: 91, low: 73.
- Friday: Partly sunny, showers around, with a high of 91 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Broward Democrats debate future of Florida's newly redrawn congressional districts (cbsnews.com) — Local Democrats from across Broward County packed a meeting in Sunrise to hash out how Florida’s newly redrawn congressional districts could reshape South Florida representation, especially in District 20. Residents heard from big-name politicians and activists focused on preserving Black voting power and weighing who should run where before the June filing deadline. 
• ‘A nightmare to think about.' Driving behavior may be early warning sign of dementia (sun-sentinel.com) — An 80-year-old Sunrise resident is helping researchers understand how subtle changes in everyday driving may signal early cognitive decline, long before obvious dementia symptoms appear. A three-year Florida Atlantic University and UCF study of 450 seniors found patterns like slower speeds, more hard braking, and shorter trips can act as early warning signs. Sunrise drivers worried about memory issues are urged to monitor habits and seek evaluation early.
• Feds accuse man of laundering millions in drug funds through South Florida firms (local10.com) — Federal investigators say drug money from several U.S. cities, including Sunrise, was funneled through South Florida electronics firms as part of a multi-million-dollar laundering scheme. A Colombian national arrested in Broward County now faces federal money laundering and conspiracy charges in Virginia tied to transactions reaching into Sunrise and other communities.
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★ Featured events ★
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Alice by Heart →
Sunrise Civic Center Theatre and Art Gallery, 10610 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise
1:00 pm
Sunday May 31
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Other local events
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Special Magistrate Hearing
City Hall, 17200 Royal Palm Boulevard, Weston
8:00 am -
Senior Safety Seminar
The Palace at Weston, 16025 Emerald Estates Drive, Weston
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BSO National Stop the Bleed Day - Bleeding Control Workshop
Bonaventure Town Center Club, 16690 Saddle Club Rd., Weston
6:00 pm -
IKEA Family Summer Camp Scavenger Hunt →
IKEA, 151 NW 136th Ave, Sunrise
11:00 am
Thursday May 14
Tuesday May 19
Thursday May 21
Saturday May 23
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Storytime BSO/Fire Dept. →
Oakland Park, FL Calendar, 1098 NE 40th Court, Oakland Park
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Brains and Balance Past 60 →
Wilton Manors, FL Calendar, 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
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Lunchtime Leaders →
Coral Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce, 9500 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs
12:00 pm -
Bonnet House Fine Artists Opening Reception
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
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Bonnet House Fine Artist Opening Reception
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
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BCAA All-Star Flag Football Classic
Nova High School, 3600 College Avenue, Davie
5:00 pm -
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting - CANCELED →
Margate, FL Calendar, 5790 Margate Blvd, Margate
6:00 pm
Wednesday May 13
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Please be aware, my son was almost scammed out of $ 5,000 .
The person that called him had his social security number. He was told that he missed Jury duty And he was going to get arrested If he didn't pay $5… (Nextdoor Sunrise Golf Village) - Sunrise is spying on all of us!
I spotted these cameras at the corner of university and sunrise lakes blvd. They check for plates among other things. Is it good or bad? Is it… (Nextdoor Welleby)
🗞 Nearby News
Plantation
- Unlicensed Contractor Taken Into Custody In Florida (meigsindypress.com)
- Dave Hyde: As Douglas chases record 6th state baseball title, coach has a bigger fight — for wife's health (sun-sentinel.com)
- Artifact Group Buys Sheraton Suites in Plantation (hoodline.com)
Tamarac
- Man faces murder charge after victim dies following Tamarac shooting (local10.com)
- Tamarac to Host Business District Meeting with Mayor Michelle J. Gomez (tamaractalk.com)
- Tamarac Receives Over $1 Million in 'Forever Chemicals' Lawsuit Settlements; Commission to Weigh Distribution of Funds Wednesday • Tamarac Talk (tamaractalk.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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