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A fatal shooting has rocked the Island City, and the victim has now been identified as 44-year-old Arland Cata. Wilton Manors Police is still working the case, as the shooter remains at large.
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Fatal Shooting In Wilton Manors
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Photo via Pixabay; inset of Arland Cata via GunMemorial.org.
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One man is dead, and his killer is on the loose after a brutal shooting in Wilton Manors. Wilton Manors Police Department (WMPD) and Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) are investigating Sunday evening’s shooting at 501 NW 28th Court.
A 44-year-old man was found unresponsive when WMPD arrived at the scene. He was rushed to the hospital, but efforts to save his life were in vain. The victim was identified as Arland Cata.
WMPD Chief Gary Blocker said the department has increased patrols in the neighborhood and more.
“We are holding our patrol briefings on NW 28th Court to restore the sense of safety to the residents impacted. And we will continue to support them and our community at large, so they know that violent crime has no comfort here.”
The killing happened at a vacation rental. Although the vacation rental is licensed, it was cited in July for several code violations, one of which was the tenant running an illegal business before being shot.
Police said the owner was ambivalent.
Read more at OutSFL.com.
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Realtor Hosting Community Appreciation Event Sept. 18
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Local Realtor Jimmy Cunningham, who is involved with many South Florida LGBTQ organizations, is hosting his Community Appreciation Event Sept. 18 at Hagen Park from 5 to 7 p.m.
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Trans Memoirist to Appear at South Florida Libraries
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Diana Goetsch, author of her memoir, “This Body I Wore,” will appear at South Florida Libraries as part of her “Red State Library Tour,” bringing her to communities targeted by book bans and challenges.
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The Wiltin’ and Sinkin’ of the Island City
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A 123-room, eight-story hotel is in the works and construction could start soon on the site of the old funeral home on Dixie Highway near the Five Points, a process that could go back and forth for months but it is getting a head of steam. And then what?
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TODAY: Sippin' on Some Serum
Brewlihan Mead Company in Oakland Park is previewing its upcoming bottle releases of Double Pear Vanilla and Lumberjack Hypothesis. There will be a live DJ vinyl set by Love Blendz from 7 to 11 p.m.
SAT: Mr. Mx. Miss Gay Florida ISCOAF Pageant
Join the reigning Mr., Miss, and Mx. Gay ISCOAF as they step down from a year of representing the court and the community. Enter to win a crown, sash and your chance to give to charity as a permanent title holder.
SUN: Ramrod Anniversary Celebration Ramrod celebrates its 29th anniversary with a party from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. There’s no cover at the door and the balloon drops at midnight with $2,900 in cash and prizes.
MON: Gavin Creel
Broadway star Gavin Creel takes the stage at Hunters Nightclub with Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida's director Gabe Salazar opening the show.
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Sales Associate -- Wilton Manors
The Pride Factory is hiring a part-time sales associate to work at its store at 2282 Wilton Drive. Stop by to pick up an application.
Cultural Affairs Facilities Leader -- Pompano Beach
The city of Pompano Beach is hiring a cultural affairs facilities leader, who is responsible for assisting in overseeing the daily operations of the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, and other venues as assigned.
Are you hiring? Send us your job listing with details to islanderwm@gmail.com. |
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When 8-year-old Dexter came to the shelter, the clinic staff noticed he was having trouble walking. X-rays revealed a broken tibia which was a few weeks old and healing poorly. Dexter underwent surgery to have his leg amputated, and he is doing so much better now.
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InTarotGate by Dooney
If you have reached the end of an endeavor or relationship, the reversed Devil says it’s time to accept that this is the final stop on this particular journey. You might be attached to the predictability of a process or the comfort of a routine, blind to the fact that it’s time to pass on the torch and close this chapter. The reversed Ten of Wands is your final bow, clearing your plate—or your heart space—to make room for an exciting, new start. With the healthy boundaries of the Queen of Swords, you will separate what was from what will be with the sharpness of mind that knows that in every ending lie the seeds of a new beginning.
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Our mailing address is: The Islander | 2520 N. Dixie Highway | Wilton Manors, FL 33305
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