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Why would someone accustomed to the finer things in life have to live without them in their twilight years? With the growth of luxury senior living communities in South Florida, there’s no reason to sacrifice. Life expectancy and overall health are increasing, and luxury senior living communities are adding amenities that reflect that trend. Residents

Manuel “Manny” Mair, a local personal training guru with a celebrity following, has been a fixture in South Florida for more than 25 years as founder of One to One Fitness based in Coral Springs. The former Men’s Fitness model is focusing on his other passion: advocating for veterans. On Nov. 11, Mair will host

Tammy Gail remembers the moment in 2003 like it was yesterday. She had just undergone a six-hour lumpectomy to remove an aggressive form of breast cancer. Two days later, because the cancer had spread, she underwent a procedure to remove her second breast. Lying in her hospital bed, Gail struck a silent deal. “I said

Art Sotloff remembers the nightly video calls with his son, Steven, as if they were yesterday. “No matter where he was, in Syria or Turkey, in Egypt, we would talk, even if it was 3 or 4 in the morning here.” Steven and Art would chat about their favorite sports teams, the Miami Heat and

It’s been 25 years since Bryan Norcross was in the right place at the worst possible time for South Florida. The then-chief meteorologist at WTVJ became a lifeline for the public in August 1992, keeping anxious TV viewers and radio listeners in the know as Hurricane Andrew prepared to unleash its Category 5 fury on

What’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Aug. 25 Chefs Up Front Fort Lauderdale Ten of South Florida’s most celebrated chefs will interact with and cook for tables of 10 guests, preparing a five-course dinner with wine pairings. The seventh annual event is hosted by FLIPANY (Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth). Before dinner, there

Where: 709 Idlewyld Drive, Fort Lauderdale Floor size: 22,584 square feet Bedroom/baths: 9 bedrooms, 14 baths Details: One of the largest private estates in Fort Lauderdale, this jaw-dropping masterpiece in the exclusive Idlewyld neighborhood proves that you can go big and go home at the same time. The sprawling property along the Intracoastal Waterway features

Where: 6500 NW 62nd Terrace, Parkland Floor size: 4,742 square feet under air; 5,957 square feet overall Bedroom/baths: 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 1 half bath Details: Pine Tree Estates serves as the prestigious backdrop for this custom-built estate with a mix of Mediterranean style and Santa Barbara inspiration. The 1.6-acre property, brimming with soaring

What’s the buzz in South Florida?  Friday, Aug. 18 Pinot & Pasta The Atlantic Hotel & Spa is debuting a new event on the 5th floor Oceanfront Terrace that will feature a pasta buffet, two glasses of wine and live music by DJ Zach. Complimentary valet is included. When: 6–8 p.m. Where: 601 N. Fort Lauderdale

Where: 1770 N. Bayshore Drive, Miami Floor size: 2,362 square feet under air; terrace/balconies, 670 square feet Bedroom/baths: 3 bedrooms plus den, 4 baths Details: The Melo Group is adding something special to the skyline overlooking Biscayne Bay, a soaring 648-unit condominium tower that’s steeped in modern splendor. Though inventory is dwindling, available condos include

Where: 2875 NE 36th St., Fort Lauderdale Floor size: 6,820 square feet under air, 7,556 square feet overall Bedroom/baths: 6 bedrooms, 6 baths Details: Exclusive Coral Ridge County Club is the backdrop for a recently renovated property along the Intracoastal Waterway that dazzles with contemporary, clean-lined elegance. Interior details include a cathedral ceiling in the

We’re in the heart of summer and the hot temperatures are in effect, meaning you’ll be wanting to stay as cool as possible. Dresses and tops featuring low cut backs are especially stunning accented with a necklace…a backwards necklace, that is.    Longer necklaces and lariats are stunning in and of themselves, but when turned