Clinics, campaigns and court settlements: Don’t miss these 3 Miramar stories
Three recent stories about Miramar covered several topics, including a commissioner’s fundraising push for a Jamaica mobile medical clinic, a former congresswoman’s bid to win back her old seat amid redistricting drama and a lawsuit settlement tied to a private school’s abrupt closure.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Commissioner launches fundraising campaign for Jamaica mobile medical clinic
Commissioner Maxwell Chambers is promoting a plan to raise $300,000 by May 30 to build a mobile medical clinic bus for Jamaica, partnering with Not Forgotten Corp. The campaign’s “10-30-30” concept aims to get 30,000 people to donate $10 in 30 days.
Weeks after resigning, Miramar congresswoman says she’s running for her old seat
Former Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick says she’s running again for Florida’s 20th District seat she resigned from last month just before a vote to remove her over ethics violations. Her comeback lands in the middle of a redistricting fight over Black representation.
Miramar City Commission settles lawsuit over sudden closure of Light Academy
City commissioners approved a settlement ending a lawsuit filed by The Light Academy of Florida over the school’s sudden shutdown at Vizcaya Park in 2025. The city says neither side admits wrongdoing, though the school’s founder said she never got a clear explanation for the closure.
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