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National Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Awareness Month is a time to recognize the strengths, talents, and contributions of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is also an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of inclusive and accessible education for all students. For students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the right support can make the […]

HOW THE CITY MAKES THAT POSSIBLE At no time of the year is it more apparent why so many choose to live in South Florida and call Weston home. While much of the country faces snowstorms and freezing temperatures, our climate allows residents to enjoy the outdoors. From youth sports and family outings to community […]

Each year, the Rotary Club of Weston’s Drawdown Scholarship Fundraiser brings together community leaders, business owners, and residents for an evening of fun, philanthropy, and life-changing opportunities. But beyond the thrill of the reverse raffle, where the last ticket standing wins $10,000, this event represents something much bigger—a chance to transform lives. For almost 40 […]

February is a time to reconnect with what makes our community unique. While national headlines often focus on uncertainty, here at home we continue to see something powerful. Local businesses are showing up, adapting, and creating experiences that bring people together. These are the places where birthdays are celebrated, deals are discussed over lunch, and […]

The start of a new year begs for reflection and plans. We make promises and resolutions and say things like, “This year will be THE year.” But unless you win the lottery, making this year radically different requires work and change. Those two things aren’t always easy or sustainable, especially when you’re looking at revenue […]

If you have repeat customers, you already have the foundation of something powerful: a community. You just need to ensure they understand that. Not a punch-card club. Not just “regulars.” A real group of people who feel connected to you, your team, and each other. Community is what keeps people choosing you even when a […]

WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER LET DOUBTERS STOP YOU! | BUILDING TRUST | FELIX HERRERA INTERVIEW In this episode of Kind of a Big Deal, we sit down with Felix Herrera, a licensed public adjuster and founder of Claims & Appraisers Public Adjusting. Felix shares his journey from working for insurance companies to becoming a trusted advocate […]

On February 16, 2025, I remember an Amber Alert was issued for four-year-old Seraphina Gingles. While the alert was later canceled, the truth that emerged that evening was devastating. Seraphina was found alive, but her mother, Mary Gingles, her grandfather, David Ponzer, and their neighbor, Andrew Ferrin were murdered. The killings were allegedly carried out […]

COMMUNITY SAFETY ALERT: ILLEGAL WI-FI AND CELL SIGNAL JAMMERS Criminals nationwide are increasingly using illegal Wi-Fi and signal jammers to disable wireless security systems. These devices interfere with Wi-Fi and cellular signals, preventing alarms from communicating with monitoring services and issuing warnings, rendering them useless. Although signal jammers are prohibited under federal law, even for […]