Congressional shifts, charity and crime: Don’t miss these 3 Miramar stories
Three recent stories about Miramar covered several topics, including congressional redistricting, a Miramar-led medical fundraiser for Jamaica and a long-delayed DUI manslaughter arrest.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Congressional map shifts parts of Miramar to new district. What to know
A new Florida congressional map shifts parts of Miramar into District 26, meaning some residents will now be represented by Republican Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart. The redraw faces a legal challenge, with critics arguing it violates Florida’s Fair Districts rules.
Commissioner launches fundraising campaign for Jamaica mobile medical clinic
City Commissioner Maxwell Chambers is backing a fundraising push to raise $300,000 for a mobile medical clinic in Jamaica. The plan aims to rally 30,000 people to give $10 in 30 days to help build out a medical bus and provide much-needed supplies.
Woman accused of causing fatal drunk crash in Miramar arrested 13 years later
A Texas woman was arrested at Miami International Airport in connection with a 2013 Miramar crash that killed a man after marshals flagged an active warrant for DUI manslaughter. Records say her blood alcohol level was nearly twice the legal limit.
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