Did you miss these 3 Miramar stories? Catch up on business, restaurants & more
Three recent stories from Miramar and Broward County covered several topics — an AI-powered orthopedic sneaker startup, the city’s most buzzed-about Jamaican restaurants and a major school district’s plan to cut jobs amid a budget crisis.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Story 1: ‘Nothing but greatness.’ Miramar man’s award-winning shoe business takes off
Miramar graphic designer Michael Stover turned a diabetes-related toe amputation into motivation to create Tunez Footwear, an orthopedic sneaker line that looks like basketball shoes. Backed by city leaders and recognition from the NHL’s Florida Panthers, he’s using generative AI to design his shoes, working with Kent State on clinical trials and ultimately hopes to open a local factory.
Story 2: These are Miramar’s Jamaican restaurants generating social buzz. You tried any?
Using AI to sift through Instagram, TikTok and Yelp chatter, the story highlights Miramar’s most talked-about Jamaican spots, from Island Tings and Juici Patties to Go Jerk, Barbican Square and People’s Choice. It breaks down ratings, vibes, price ranges and signature dishes so readers know where to go for everything from quick patties to full-on oxtail and jerk feasts.
Story 3: BCPS superintendent outlines plans as district aims to cut 1,000 jobs amid crisis
The Broward County Public Schools superintendent says the district is pressing ahead with plans to eliminate about 1,000 mostly district-level positions to close an $80 million budget gap. He’s promising to “remodel” services so support for schools, teachers and students isn’t stripped away, even as layoffs, school closures and possible furloughs loom for non-union staff.
This report was produced with the assistance of a proprietary tool powered by artificial intelligence and using our own originally reported, written and published content. It was reviewed and edited by our journalists.