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What stories made headlines this week in Miramar? What you need to know

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Miramar Police Chief Delrish Moss said the 2024 hit-and-run that left jogger Onyxia “Nikki” Delinois in a vegetative state — she died April 3 from complications — is “haunting” his department.
Miramar Police Chief Delrish Moss said the 2024 hit-and-run that left jogger Onyxia “Nikki” Delinois in a vegetative state — she died April 3 from complications — is “haunting” his department. Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com

From an unsolved hit-and-run death to school district layoffs, it was a busy week in Miramar.

Here’s a rundown of stories in case you missed them:

  • Unsolved hit-and-run: Miramar Police Chief Delrish Moss said the 2024 hit-and-run that left jogger Onyxia “Nikki” Delinois in a vegetative state — she died April 3 from complications — is “haunting” his department. Authorities are offering a $15,000 reward and Moss is hoping for a “magic phone call” from someone with information.
  • Congresswoman’s fraud trial delayed: U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s federal fraud trial has been pushed to February, past the midterm elections. Calls for her resignation continue as the House Ethics Committee has a public hearing scheduled for April 21 to consider possible punishment after finding her guilty of 25 violations of House rules.
  • Broward Schools cuts 300 jobs: Broward County Public Schools notified approximately 300 employees their jobs will be eliminated or reduced next school year as part of a plan the district says will save approximately $45 million.
  • Rebel Salute festival comes to Miramar: The acclaimed Jamaican roots reggae festival will make its U.S. debut Sunday, April 19, at Miramar Regional Park, featuring Tony Rebel, Maxi Priest and Gyptian. Tickets range from $50 to $110.
  • Nurses adapt to rising autism diagnoses: Nurses at Memorial Hospital Miramar say they’ve seen an uptick in autism diagnoses since the COVID-19 pandemic. The entire pediatric emergency department is now certified by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards in caring for patients with autism.
  • New business opens in Miramar: Meal prep company Ideal Nutrition opened a new location at 3 Main St. in Town Center, with three city commissioners and a state representative attending the April 8 ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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