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What’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Oct. 13 Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds Brave four haunted houses, embrace carnival rides and enjoy live music, food and more entertainment. Where: South Florida Fairgrounds and Expo Center (9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach) When: 6 p.m.–midnight (Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings through Oct. 28)

The Women Empower Expo takes place Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center and features panels, a networking lounge, breakout sessions and more. To learn more, visit womenempowerexpo.com. ? Among the thousands of people who attended the first South Florida Women Empower Expo in mid-October at the Broward County

What’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Oct. 6 Dive-In Movie & Dinner The Atlantic Hotel & Spa will host a dinner and movie event on the fifth floor pool deck. The ticket includes a hamburger or hot dog served with chips and fountain drink, pool access and three-hour valet. A full bar and candy

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener It’s a bit pricey compared to competitors, but this product is touted as one of the best nail hardeners on the market. It can be used alone or as a base coat under polish and comes in 10 formulas, including colored shades. ($18; Ulta, Amazon) Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish

It’s nearly 16 minutes into a phone interview that will go on for well over an hour, and Richard Lewis has yet to answer a single question. “I’m going to try a new tack and hopefully not ramble,” he says later in the one-sided conversation. “How am I doing so far?” It couldn’t be going

Meet the firefighters of Creek’s new fire station This year, history repeated itself on Coconut Creek Parkway when city officials gathered with community members to cut the ribbon for the new Fire Station 50. The station, for which construction began in 2015, sits on the site of the city’s volunteer fire department building, which serviced

Bruno Kuzuhara rises through the tennis ranks—at age 13 Marcello and Patricia Kuzuhara moved to the United States from Brazil, when their son, Bruno, was only 1. They made the move to take advantage of opportunities that they wouldn’t have had in Sao Paulo. But, early on, Bruno had other priorities in mind. “My mom

Doug and Kelly Young recall the early days of Creek’s first neighborhood Doug Young has a sign in his office that reads, “I wasn’t born in Florida, but I got here as quick I as I could.” For Doug and Kelly, his wife of 50 years, that sign might as well read, “born in Coconut

A Coconut Creek high schooler saves local wildlife It began with an abandoned baby opossum. In time, the list of wildlife Ella Dotan rescued grew to include injured squirrels, turtles and baby birds that had fallen out of their nest. The Coconut Creek resident has earned herself a reputation as champion of the neighborhood creatures,

The civil litigation firm started by sisters Caroline Johnson and Christen Ritchey specializes in family and divorce law, but its cases don’t necessarily end up in a courtroom battle. In fact, when it comes to divorce cases, Johnson and Ritchey do some of their most important work within the comfort of their tranquil Boca Raton

Getting involved in politics was never on Michael Udine’s radar. In 2002, continuous delays on the construction of a school in Parkland frustrated parents, who didn’t feel heard by their elected officials. One suggested that Udine run for the city commission. The idea piqued his interest. The next year, with little experience (he’s a lawyer

Couture fashion shows typically feature cutting-edge designs that are daring and innovative. But how often do such original style creations incorporate bottle caps, egg cartons and plastic bags? For more than a decade, it’s been a yearly staple of the Recycled Fashion Show. On Nov. 17, the 12th annual event will feature couture designs made