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Deputy arrest and disaster relief in Miramar. Plus a community gym with purpose

Three recent stories about Miramar highlighted a BSO deputy facing a resisting-arrest charge, a citywide relief drive for Venezuela earthquake victims and a local gym focused on community.
Three recent stories about Miramar highlighted a BSO deputy facing a resisting-arrest charge, a citywide relief drive for Venezuela earthquake victims and a local gym focused on community. mocner@miamiherald.com

From a BSO deputy facing a resisting-arrest charge to a citywide relief drive for Venezuela earthquake victims and a local gym built around community, recent headlines out of Miramar captured a diverse range of stories.

Here’s a rundown to catch up:

BSO deputy placed on leave after resisting-arrest charge in Miramar, officials say

A Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy was charged after Miramar police say he fled a late-night traffic stop and repeatedly ran into his apartment. He was placed on paid administrative leave while internal affairs investigates.

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Miramar collecting donations for Venezuela earthquake relief. How you can help

Miramar is teaming up with Global Empowerment Mission to collect supplies for Venezuelans hit by two deadly earthquakes. City leaders urged residents to give necessities such as water, food, hygiene items and baby supplies.

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More than just a gym: Body By Chosen building community through fitness in Miramar

Body By Chosen in Miramar offers boxing, strength training and conditioning, but gym leaders say the bigger goal is building community. The gym also works with local schools and welcomes kids across the autism spectrum.

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