Florida Agenda

The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is urging the LGBT community to vote “YES” on Amendments 5 and 6 in the upcoming General Election to be held on November 2. (Early voting has already started.) These two amendments pertain to redistricting the state of Florida. The truth is redistricting is critical in shaping policies [...]

Alan Carter, owner of The Green Hopper has put his service up for sale. The Green Hopper are those cute little electric shuttle vehicles you see all over Wilton Manors. Carter says The Green Hopper is a turnkey operation and the sale includes 4 vehicles, office and showroom furniture plus accessories. For more information or [...]

On October 8th, the first of three drawings was held and two winning entries received two tickets each to “Kooza” from Cirque Du Soliel. The winners were Greg McDeigan and Mike Rivera who won the October 8th drawing. Cirque du Soleil describes their “Kooza” production as “an adrenaline rush of acrobatics in a zany kingdom.” [...]

The Daily Plan It, Inc., a personal concierge and lifestyle management company, announces its emergence into the Fort Lauderdale area business community. Specializing in a variety of errand, household and planning assistance offerings; this company offers a helping hand for the busy individual, family or business. Owner and President, Kevin Miller, would like to welcome [...]

The local community came out to show their support for the recent young people who have committed suicide due to being bullied in their schools and universities. “Be Brave … Be Strong … Be Yourself” was a rally and candlelight vigil held in the parking lot of the Shoppes of Wilton Manors. Wilton Manors is [...]

photo courtesy, Broward Sheriffs Office The Broward Sheriff ’s Office is requesting more information concerning the murder of Samuel F. DelBrocco, white male, 61-years old. On September 11, 2010 in Pompano Beach, Samuel DelBrocco, an Alexandria, Virginia resident who lives part time in Pompano Beach, was discovered murdered in his home at 1770 Bay Drive [...]

WICKED WEEKEND This year, it’s “Wicked Weekend” on Wilton Drive which is to be held from Friday, February 29 to Sunday, February 30. Also, unlike previous years, Wilton Drive will not be closed to automobile traffic. Events will be held along Wilton Drive in the parking lots and inside the various bars. “We had planned [...]

By JOHN BRISENDINE With temps in the low 80s, low humidity and high spirits, the annual “Come Out with Pride” parade in Downtown Orlando was a rousing success. Central Florida businesses and civic groups proudly walked the parade route through many thousands of spectators including infants in strollers and senior citizens in wheelchairs and everything [...]

Photo: Mikey Verdugo By BOB KECSKEMETY Former openly-gay Hollywood Police officer Michael “Mikey” Verdugo (who charged that he was unfairly terminated by the City of Hollywood), along with his pro bono attorney, George Castrataro, Esq., and a team of community leaders, will hold an important rally to keep attention focused on Mr. Verdugo’s discrimination case [...]

By JAMES MICHAELS Residents and members of Sawmill Resort have made an offer to purchase Sawmill from the current owner. A contract was extended from the members and accepted by the owner. The historic announcement will make Sawmill Resort the largest gay resident and member-owned community in America. The Sawmill Resort is located between Orlando [...]