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ALMOST SOLD OUT: Not My Daughter Celebrates Courage and Hope at 17th Annual Luncheon
Not My Daughter … Find a Cure Now! will host its 17th annual Shopping Boutique and Luncheon on Monday, Oct. 26, at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel & Convention Center at Heron Bay.

Parkland Farmers’ Market Returns Nov. 1 With Fresh Finds and Local Vendors
Fresh produce, baked goods and specialty foods will return to Parkland when the city’s Farmers’ Market opens its new season Sunday, Nov. 1.

Keke’s Breakfast Cafe in Parkland Ordered Shut After Inspectors Find Flying Insects, 15 Violations
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe in Parkland was ordered shut after inspectors found nearly 50 flying insects, improper food handling, and 15 health violations.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Drama’s Falloween Brings Candy Land Fun and Spooky Surprises Oct. 17
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School drama students will host a Candy Land-themed evening of costumes, candy and Halloween activities during Falloween on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 8 p.m.

Parkland Dash Brings Families to the Finish Line for a Good Cause
For Greg Tyshynski, the Parkland Dash on the morning of October 11 was a family activity.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Cross County Compete in BCAA Championship
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas cross country teams competed in the County Championship Friday afternoon.

Parkland Mom Uses AI to Build Gift-Giving App Now Available Worldwide
Parkland mom Ali Rogove uses AI to build GivWrap, a free gift-planning app now available in 175 countries, despite having no tech background.

Parkland Crime Blotter: Resident Reports $5,800 Lost to Fraudulent Bank Transactions
The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Parkland responded to various incidents between September 29 and October 5, 2026.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Football Battles Through Busy Week With 2 Games in 4 Days
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas football team played two games in four days after its Week 6 matchup was postponed.

Gatsby and Polo Bring Purrs and Cuddles to Their Search for Forever Homes
An affectionate cat who returned to the shelter nine years after his adoption and a senior dog who loves staying close to his people are waiting for forever homes at Broward County Animal Care.

MSD Girls Volleyball: Big 8 Tournament, Senior Night & More
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas girls volleyball team wrapped up its regular season with an appearance in the Big Eight Tournament along with several wins and senior night.

Make Our Schools Safe Hosts Free Book Buddies Event at Parkland Library
Make Our Schools Safe will bring high school students and younger children together for a free afternoon of reading, crafts, and mentorship on Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Parkland Library.

954 Vikings Flag Football Team Goes Undefeated at Cleveland Browns Super Regional
A local youth flag football team traveled to Ohio and delivered a dominant performance, with the 954 Vikings going undefeated at the Cleveland Browns Super Regional.

Parkland Dash Returns Oct. 11 to Support Children and Families Facing Loss
Runners and walkers can choose their distance at the Parkland Dash on Sunday, Oct. 11, at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Eagle Regiment Takes 1st Place at Falcon Sound Invitational
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Eagle Regiment opened the season with a win on Friday night, earning the Grand Champion title at the Falcon Sound Invitational.

Richard Serianni Named New Marjory Stoneman Douglas Boys Soccer Head Coach
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas boys soccer team has officially introduced Richard Serianni as its new head coach.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Boys Swim Team Wins City Championship; Girls Place 2nd
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas swim team made its mark at the inaugural City Championship on Wednesday, with the boys capturing first place and the girls finishing second at the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex.

Parkland Teen Wins Bronze in World Cup Fencing Debut
Parkland teenager Benjamin Gurewich won a bronze medal in his World Cup debut at the Cadet Men’s Sabre World Cup in Bogotá, Colombia.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Girls’ JROTC Team Prepares for National Competition in Kentucky
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) High School Girls' JROTC team is preparing to travel to a national JROTC Raiders competition in Fort Knox, Kentucky, in late October.

Parkland Crime Blotter: Scammer Posing as Employer Swindles Resident Out of $1,500
The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Parkland responded to various incidents between September 22 and September 28, 2026.
