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A child is saved thanks to a group of people and the WMPD.
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- Kim Swan, Editor
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City Celebrates Life-Saving Heroes
By John Hayden
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Miracles don’t just happen and heroes sometimes come in teams. Now a 3-year-old child is alive and thriving because of them.
The child wandered to the pool and was found lifeless. The family called 911 and started CPR. Making the situation even more dire, the family was staying at a vacation rental and didn’t know which city they were in.
Within two minutes, WMPD officers were on the scene and took over chest compressions. Fort Lauderdale police and fire rescue arrived shortly thereafter and calm staffers at BSO’s Regional Communications Center coordinated.
Despite being without oxygen for at least five minutes, the child survived.
WMPD could not have saved the child alone. Neither could FLPD or FLFR.
Everyone involved was honored at Wilton Manors City Hall during the city commission meeting on Feb. 25.
“[This] is a shining example of how our agency, the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, the Fort Lauderdale Police department and the Broward Sheriff’s Office Regional Communications Center came together on a moment’s notice to save this child’s life,” WMPD Chief Gary Blocker said.
In all, 30 people were recognized. The commission meeting was standing room only. The sense of accomplishment was real. The baby was purple and unconscious. But everyone involved was focused on this child living.
In police body cam video you see a paramedic holding the kid’s hand and calling him “bud.” |
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Hundreds Protest Elon Musk at Tesla Dealership
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On March 1, hundreds of people gathered in front of the Tesla dealership on north Federal Highway to start fighting back. Tesla owner Elon Musk is in charge of “efficiency,” and is slashing government employees and programs not with a scalpel but with a butcher knife.
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LGBTQ Candidate Seeks Florida House Seat
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Gone, but far from forgotten. Hillary Cassel won reelection as a Democrat in November, but quickly decided to change parties, making Republicans an even bigger supermajority than before. Now, her ex-comrades are coming for her.
Todd Delmay, a longtime LGBTQ activist and political operative, is running for her seat.
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GMCSF’s Emotional Tribute to Black Struggles
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In a time when diversity is being prosecuted and the struggles and successes of Black Americans is being willfully ignored, the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida (GMCSF) is singing out.
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TODAY: Happy Hour with Flowers
Celebrate International Women's Day with a Happy Hour & Flowers Class at 12 p.m.
SAT: Puppy Brunch
Join La Mexicana Taco Bar every Saturday for its Puppy Brunch.
SUN: Car & Truck Show
Plantation Walk - "Second Sunday Car & Truck Show" free admission/all makes and models welcome. Top 5 trophies/venue gift card prizes.
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Field Marketing Representative -- Fort Lauderdale
Herculeads marketing group is seeking a Field Marketing Representative to develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers, and more. $600 - $1,200 a week.
Estate Coordinator -- Fort Lauderdale
MIHT is hiring an Estate Coordinator to answer the phones and take messages, and more. $30 - $33 an hour.
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Marvelous Miles (ID 660900) would love to go home with you!
Adopted as a little pup, now that Miles has grown up, his family has no time for him. At 2-years-old and 47 pounds, Miles is a youngster who is friendly, playful, excitable and wants a family who will take him on adventures. He is a smart fellow, knows some basic commands and is eager to learn more. You might find Miles wanting to snuggle on the couch or leaning on you for pets. He is potty-trained, good with kids and dogs, it is just not known how he is with cats. Can you give this handsome fellow the loving home he deserves?
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PO Box 23817 • Oakland Park, FL 33307
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