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Travel + Leisure
an hour ago
- Travel + Leisure
Spirit Airlines Just Launched a Flight to This Tropical U.S. Island Getaway—and Flights Start at $79
Spirit Airlines will launch a new route from Fort Lauderdale to Key West in November, making it easier to reach the Florida vacation destination. When it takes off, the new flight will be short with a duration of just 50 minutes, connecting Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) with Key West International Airport (EYW), according to the carrier. It will operate four times each week on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays starting Nov. 6 and increase to daily service starting Dec. 18. Spirit said this new route will become the only direct flight between the two airports. "Key West is a one-of-a-kind beach destination, and now travelers can easily access this island paradise and enjoy Spirit's elevated Guest experience along the way," Spirit Airlines' Vice President of Network Planning John Kirby said in a statement shared with Travel + Leisure. The new flight will feature a variety of cabins on board, including the airline's version of first class: "Big Front Seats." These seats feature extra leg room, an included carry-on and checked bag, reserved overhead bin space, complimentary snacks and drinks, access to Wi-Fi, and more. Travelers can also book premium economy seats, which come with extra legroom or a blocked middle seat for extra space; as well as book the airline's "Value" seats, which require passengers to pay for extras like seat selection and carry-on bags. The new flight offers Florida travelers an alternative to the drive, which can take more than 4 hours (without accounting for potential traffic during peak tourism days). And best of all, travelers can save on the new route since Spirit is celebrating with introductory one-way fares starting at just $79. To take advantage, travelers must book by Nov. 19, purchase their tickets at least 21 days in advance, and travel between Nov. 6 through Dec. 17 (minus blackout dates from Nov. 20 to Dec. 2). Known for its crystal-clear water and white sand beaches, Key West—and the surrounding Florida Keys communities—boasts a variety of adventures for every traveler. Popular activities include snorkeling, canoeing, and hiking. The island is also famous for its coral reef, which is the only living coral barrier reef in the United States, according to the Florida Keys tourism website. The tropical destination is also home to top hotels and accommodations, including the Sunset Key Cottages, The Perry Hotel, and the Ocean Key Resort & Spa (a T+L World's Best Award winner).
Associated Press
an hour ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Broward Education Foundation and SponsorPlace Launch First-in-the-Nation Partnership Revolutionizing School Sponsorships
Broward County Public Schools becomes the first district nationwide to implement innovative platform that connects schools directly with local businesses 'We believe in the power of community collaboration to improve educational outcomes and are excited to play a role in ensuring every student in Broward County can reach their full potential.'— Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent of Broward County Public Schools FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2025 / / -- Broward Education Foundation and SponsorPlace Launch First-in-the-Nation Partnership to Revolutionize School Sponsorships Broward County Public Schools becomes the first district nationwide to implement innovative platform that connects schools directly with local businesses Broward Education Foundation, the only 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated solely to supporting Broward County Public Schools (BCPS), announced a groundbreaking partnership with SponsorPlace, a turnkey platform that simplifies sponsorship management and unlocks new revenue streams for K–12 schools. The initiative positions BCPS as the first school district in the nation to adopt this all-in-one system that connects every school with community businesses elevating support for athletics, performing arts, PTAs, and special events. Click here to visit Broward Education Foundation's dedicated landing page, featuring a variety of sponsorship opportunities supporting individual schools across the district. 'The SponsorPlace initiative represents a vital opportunity to foster greater engagement between local businesses, the educational community, and the students of Broward County,' said Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent of Broward County Public Schools. 'We believe in the power of community collaboration to improve educational outcomes and are excited to play a role in ensuring every student in Broward County can reach their full potential.' Developed by Campus Multimedia, the nation's leader in K–12 brand activation, SponsorPlace offers a transparent, scalable, and easy-to-use solution that streamlines how schools engage with sponsors. The platform enables all schools within BCPS to attract and manage local business partnerships with unprecedented ease and oversight. 'SponsorPlace has elevated the way we approach strategic partnerships and resource development across Broward County,' said James A. Knapp, President & CEO of Broward Education Foundation. 'This new platform empowers schools with the autonomy they need, while giving district leaders structure and transparency to build trust and deliver an impact.' ________________________________________ Empowering Education Through Strategic Partnerships As a bridge connecting the business community with the classroom, Broward Education Foundation seeks to maximize its impact and elevate education through strategic partnerships, such as with SponsorPlace which offers a centralized marketplace with key benefits: • Access to Sponsorships: All schools—regardless of size or location—have equal access to sponsorship opportunities. • Streamlined Operations: Less administrative burden on staff, enabling more time for students and programs. • District Oversight and School-Level Control: While administrators monitor activity and ensure compliance, individual schools retain full control over their sponsor relationships. 'Schools need funding to run strong programs, but finding support takes time and resources many districts just don't have,' said Karl Mawhinney, CEO of Campus Multimedia. 'Meanwhile, local businesses want to support schools and be seen in their communities. SponsorPlace bridges that gap—making it easy to create measurable, meaningful sponsorships that benefit everyone.' Real Results: South Plantation High School's Success Story South Plantation High School (SPHS) used SponsorPlace to generate revenue quickly—without traditional cold calls or time-consuming outreach. The school: • Created a digital 'storefront' where local businesses could browse and purchase sponsorship opportunities. • Leveraged a QR code printed on school maps at Parent Night, allowing families and businesses to access their SponsorPlace page instantly. • Sold three carline banner ads with zero outreach, transforming everyday moments into revenue. 'We love our SponsorPlace page. It's easy to track money coming in, and it's exciting every time we see another sale,' said Ricardo Marino, Assistant Principal of Western High School, formerly South Plantation High School. ### About Broward Education Foundation The nonprofit Broward Education Foundation aligns with Broward County Public Schools by providing grants for teachers who develop innovative curriculum that increases student outcomes; vitally needed school supplies for students and teachers in Title I schools; scholarships for qualified high school seniors; and support for programs and initiatives like Debate, TurnAround Arts, STEM and more. Each year, Broward Education Foundation contributes more than $4 million to Broward County schools, serving as the catalyst for educational excellence. For information visit Broward Education Foundation, email [email protected], like or follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn. ________________________________________ About SponsorPlace SponsorPlace is a modern sponsorship marketplace that empowers K-12 school administrators to tackle funding challenges and grow thriving programs for students. By connecting schools with local businesses, SponsorPlace unlocks sustainable, community-driven sponsorships, eliminating hurdles to finding sponsors, aligning with school values, and administrative tasks. Developed by experts in K-12 marketing and sponsorship innovation, SponsorPlace is a free-to-use, secure, scalable solution that drives immediate impact for both schools and brands. ________________________________________ About Campus Multimedia Campus Multimedia is the nation's leader in brand activation for K-12 schools. By connecting a network of over 84,000 schools with aligned brands, CM provides recognition, resources, and revenue to strengthen school communities. Campus Multimedia's turnkey programs empower schools while helping brands create authentic local connections that drive engagement and lifelong loyalty. Diana Hanford Pierson Grant Public Relations +1 561-309-4136 [email protected] Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
A regular summer event is missing from Sunday's metro Miami weather forecast
Daily Miami and Fort Lauderdale summer weather forecasts usually can be summed up as 'hot, rain, chewy humid, repeat.' Sunday's forecast drops one of those. The National Weather Service predicts a high of 91 degrees with a heat index of 102 degrees Sunday and Monday. That's higher than usual because the usual daily 15 to 20 minutes of warm-but-cooling rain — just long enough to play the first six songs on Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' — isn't expected to return until at least Monday in Miami, Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale. And, Miami's Monday maybe for rain is estimated at a slight 20% in the daytime, 10% at night. There's a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Tuesday in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. So, if you're going to be outside, take some fluids with you. Check on senior citizens, especially those who might have malfunctioning fans or air conditioners in their homes. Parents, grandparents, guardians and pet parents, especially if you're altering your routine, make a habit of looking in the back seat before you lock your car with the windows raised. Many child or pet deaths from hot cars happen when the child or pet is being taken along on a common errand where they're usually not present. A disturbance in the Atlantic Sunday morning, the National Hurricane Center says environmental conditions for a tropical wave about 1,000 miles east-southeast of the Lesser Antilles 'appear only marginally conducive for development during the next day or so while the system moves west-northwestward around 10 mph.' Formation chance through two days: 10%. Formation chance through two days: 10%. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Browns' Quinshon Judkins arrest report shows disturbing allegations
The post Browns' Quinshon Judkins arrest report shows disturbing allegations appeared first on ClutchPoints. The arrest report for Cleveland Browns rookie Quinshon Judkins has emerged, and the details are not making the former Ohio State Buckeye look great. Advertisement According to the report, Judkins' accuser claims he punched her in the chin/lip area with a closed fist. Additionally, Judkins allegedly hit her in the left arm and thigh while in a car after leaving the airport on Monday, July 7, 2025. Judkins was released from jail on Sunday, July 13, 2025. His bond was set to $2,500. He also took part in a bond hearing before being released. Browns rookie Quinshon Judkins' arrest On Saturday, July 11, 2025, Judkins was arrested in Fort Lauderdale for misdemeanor battery/domestic violence. He was initially held without bond. We will have to wait and see how his arrest affects his future with the Browns. He was just drafted in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Advertisement Judkins played college football at Ohio State. In his three seasons with the Buckeyes, Judkins logged over 3,785 rushing yards and 45 touchdowns. He also had over 440 receiving yards and five touchdowns through the air. During his collegiate career, Judkins was named Freshman All-American. He was also named SEC Freshman of the Year and the Conerly Trophy for his freshman season. He was also named First-team All-SEC in 2023 and 2023. The Buckeyes were a powerhouse with Judkins. They won the College Football National Championship in 2024, beating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Judkins rushed for 100 yards and two scores in the victory to cap off a huge season and set up his Browns selection in the second round. Related: Browns' Denzel Ward earns 'best' honor from Ja'Marr Chase Advertisement Related: More details emerge in Quinshon Judkins battery case after release from jail
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Owners of Fort Lauderdale assisted living home rack up $40,000 in fines, board says
The owners of an assisted living home accused of removing all of its residents to convert to luxury apartments have now racked up $40,000 in fines over the renovations, Fort Lauderdale code enforcement officials said at a meeting Tuesday. Management for Oasis Living Quarters announced the controversial evictions at a meeting in March, according to residents, employees and a state inspection report. As residents moved out, workers began tearing down partitions, demolishing kitchenettes and installing air conditioning units. But the facility never received a permit for the renovations or changed the building's use from an assisted and independent living home to apartment buildings, according to city officials. The removals, which included residents who were bedridden or had dementia, also led to a lawsuit and citations from the state over the lack of written notice. Attorneys for Oasis have claimed that it did provide notice. At a May 27 code enforcement hearing, an angry code enforcement board decided to give the owner of the property, Lauderdale Commercial Blvd Partners LLC, two weeks to comply with code and then begin fining them $1,000 a day if they did not comply. The LLC is connected to Lee and Jay Podolsky, members of a family of notorious landlords in New York City, the Sun Sentinel previously reported. On June 11, the fines began. By Tuesday, the fines totaled $40,000 and are continuing to increase each day, officials said. Andrew Gebbia, the building inspector, said he visited the property last week and the owners still were not in compliance with code. At that point, the contractor had not submitted applications for plumbing and electrical permits, Gebbia said. As of Tuesday, he had submitted the two applications but both still required additional documents and information. Asked if the building was occupied, Gebbia said yes, but not the units that were under construction. Half of the property that was once Oasis' assisted living side is already operating as Waterview luxury apartments. The assisted living residents had first been moved into the other half, then told to leave in March. Ariel Grosfeld, an attorney for the Abrams Law Firm in Fort Lauderdale, appeared at the Tuesday meeting on behalf of the owners, asking the board to postpone the case until the next meeting because the attorneys for the owners are at trial. She also cited 'the convoluted nature of the case, the procedural history, and the irregularities from city staff.' 'If they get the continuances, the fine still accrues, it's still a thousand in a day?' asked Jacquie Shaw, a member of the board. Assistant City Attorney Rhonda Montoya Hasan said yes, unless the board decides otherwise. The board voted to postpone the hearing until August and to continue fining the owners $1,000 a day in the meantime. A lawsuit in Broward County Court over the removals remains active. It was originally filed on behalf of a bedridden tenant still living at the facility. She later died shortly after moving out. Grosfeld, the attorney for the property, did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment.
