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St. Regis Hotel on Ft. Lauderdale Beach to become a Ritz-Carlton.

Posted by Mark B at 7/22/2008 5:23 PM | Add Comment

Cafe Europa closing after 18 years...to make room for hotel expansion.

Posted by Mark B at 7/13/2008 3:30 PM | Add Comment

Florida Supreme Court rules on Seminole Blackjack...a possible bust for players.

Posted by Mark B at 7/5/2008 7:38 AM | Add Comment

Busch Entertainment theme parks will cost you more.

Posted by Mark B at 6/30/2008 7:31 PM | Add Comment

Disney's Pleasure Island to become 'what once was'.

Posted by Mark B at 6/28/2008 1:17 AM | Add Comment

Fee, fee and more fees.

Posted by Mark B at 6/27/2008 8:48 PM | Add Comment

United Airlines to 'fly out' of Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood...for good.

Posted by Mark B at 6/26/2008 7:37 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Looking for an investment property? How about Las Olas Riverfront!

Posted by Mark B at 6/24/2008 7:30 PM | Add Comment

New threat in South Florida waters...just might be the Lion Fish.

Posted by Mark B at 6/22/2008 6:54 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Beach might get it's own music festival.

Posted by Mark B at 6/19/2008 5:20 PM | Add Comment

The troubles of a tomato.

Posted by Mark B at 6/9/2008 6:46 PM | Add Comment

Liquidation sale at Ft. Lauderdale's 'Yankee Trader' hotel, Saturday June 7, 2008.

Posted by Mark B at 6/6/2008 10:36 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Blackjack players...mark your calandar for June 22.

Posted by Mark B at 6/6/2008 10:17 PM | Add Comment

The Isle Casino, Pompano Park takes action on Indian Gaming Compact.

Posted by Mark B at 6/4/2008 7:01 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale based Spirit Airlines...losing 'spirit'?

Posted by Mark B at 6/3/2008 6:46 PM | Add Comment

Jackson's Ice Cream Parlor top scoop?

Posted by Mark B at 5/19/2008 6:16 PM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment

Saks Fith Avenue store in Galleria Mall to close in July.

Posted by Mark B at 5/12/2008 9:20 PM | Add Comment

New hotel/office high rise approved for Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.

Posted by Mark B at 5/7/2008 7:01 PM | Add Comment

Pompano Beach might get a Walmart Neighborhood Market.

Posted by Mark B at 5/6/2008 6:11 PM | Add Comment

New movement to split Florida into 'two' states - North and South.

Posted by Mark B at 5/5/2008 6:53 PM | Add Comment

Even Mickey's having some 'house' troubles in today's economy.

Posted by Mark B at 5/3/2008 2:42 PM | Add Comment

Florida Senate hard at work...about Caller ID?

Posted by Mark B at 5/1/2008 9:07 PM | Add Comment

Simpson's Ride at Universal Studios, Orlando grand opening set.

Posted by Mark B at 4/28/2008 9:22 PM | Add Comment

Proposed Orion Resort lawsuit settled.

Posted by Mark B at 4/22/2008 10:29 PM | Add Comment

Florida state song will stay the same....almost.

Posted by Mark B at 4/21/2008 2:07 PM | Add Comment

Florida Sales Tax Holiday information.

Posted by Mark B at 4/21/2008 1:31 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Beach gives approval on another new highrise hotel.

Posted by Mark B at 4/16/2008 4:42 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

The Isle Casino celebrates 1 year.

Posted by Mark B at 4/15/2008 6:34 PM | Add Comment

Mergers, mergers everywhere.

Posted by Mark B at 4/15/2008 5:38 PM | Add Comment

What's in a name? BCC or BC

Posted by Mark B at 4/14/2008 6:58 PM | Add Comment

New water rules for South Florida start April 18.

Posted by Mark B at 4/11/2008 7:19 PM | Add Comment

Use your Linens-N-Things gift cards now!

Posted by Mark B at 4/11/2008 6:36 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Unpaid convention fees charged to attendees by Vegas Hotel.

Posted by Mark B at 4/7/2008 6:28 PM | Add Comment

Oakland Park 'Junkyard' on track to become condo/townhomes.

Posted by Mark B at 4/5/2008 7:20 AM | Add Comment

Part of Hollywood Beach goes to the dogs.

Posted by Mark B at 4/3/2008 7:48 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale wants public's opinion on new Sunrise Blvd. bridge.

Posted by Mark B at 3/29/2008 4:09 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

D. Wade's Sports Grill & Bar - is open, quick overview.

Posted by Mark B at 3/29/2008 8:12 AM | View Comments (4) | Add Comment

D. Wade's Sports Grill finally open in Ft. Lauderdale?

Posted by Mark B at 3/27/2008 8:15 PM | Add Comment

Sheraton Yankee Trader Hotel to close June 1 for major renovation and will become a Westin.

Posted by Mark B at 3/25/2008 6:40 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Another hotel proposed for Ft. Lauderdale?

Posted by Mark B at 3/22/2008 4:55 PM | Add Comment

Universal Studios planning lots of new attractions.

Posted by Mark B at 3/19/2008 7:20 PM | Add Comment

Calling all Blackjack dealers

Posted by Mark B at 3/13/2008 6:37 PM | Add Comment

Some Royal Caribbean cruise customers might get a refund.

Posted by Mark B at 3/11/2008 7:24 PM | Add Comment

CompUSA to 're-open' soon.

Posted by Mark B at 3/9/2008 2:50 PM | Add Comment

Another round of fighting for the proposed new Marlins stadium.

Posted by Mark B at 3/6/2008 7:48 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale 'light rail' system still alive, maybe called "The Wave"

Posted by Mark B at 3/5/2008 9:50 PM | Add Comment

Margate asking for donations to keep July 4th fireworks.

Posted by Mark B at 3/4/2008 8:56 PM | Add Comment

Some new options for Florida Lotto players.

Posted by Mark B at 3/4/2008 7:47 PM | Add Comment

Sonny's BBQ in Ft. Lauderdale turns into Jaxx House of Ribs.

Posted by Mark B at 2/25/2008 7:04 PM | View Comments (8) | Add Comment

City of Miami and Miami-Dade county approve new Marlins Stadium.

Posted by Mark B at 2/22/2008 11:14 PM | Add Comment

The Miami Marlins? Could be.

Posted by Mark B at 2/18/2008 9:56 PM | Add Comment

What's that smell at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino?

Posted by Mark B at 2/14/2008 7:54 PM | Add Comment

City of Sunrise sets new rules for clubs and bars.

Posted by Mark B at 2/11/2008 7:58 PM | Add Comment

Broward County Commission approves development around BankAtlantic Center

Posted by Mark B at 2/9/2008 11:41 AM | Add Comment

More news on more possible Florida gambling expansion.

Posted by Mark B at 2/7/2008 12:58 PM | Add Comment

Mardi Gras Gaming gets 'progressive'.

Posted by Mark B at 1/28/2008 8:26 PM | Add Comment

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino begins to install Class III (Vegas Syle) slot machines.

Posted by Mark B at 1/24/2008 3:50 PM | Add Comment

D. Wade's Sports Grill, Ft. Lauderdale is shaping up.

Posted by Mark B at 1/24/2008 3:14 PM | View Comments (12) | Add Comment

January 29 holds some important issues to vote on in Florida.

Posted by Mark B at 1/24/2008 7:43 AM | Add Comment

The Pier Coffee Shop on Lauderdale-by-the-Sea to close January 27.

Posted by Mark B at 1/24/2008 7:30 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Aquatica Waterpark in Orlando and Jungala- Busch Gardens Tampa...slated for March opening in Orlando.

Posted by Mark B at 1/22/2008 8:05 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale's Bucky's Bar-B-Q and grill transforming to D. Wade's Bar & Grill

Posted by Mark B at 1/20/2008 2:25 PM | Add Comment

US citizens traveling back into the country have new rules to follow January 31

Posted by Mark B at 1/19/2008 8:50 AM | Add Comment

Allstate already back to writing new policies.

Posted by Mark B at 1/18/2008 4:32 PM | Add Comment

Florida plays hardball with Allstate.

Posted by Mark B at 1/17/2008 9:48 PM | Add Comment

Wal-Mart in East Sunrise finally opening after Hurricane Wilma restoration.

Posted by Mark B at 1/15/2008 8:17 PM | Add Comment

New water restrictions for South Florida begin Tuesday.

Posted by Mark B at 1/11/2008 9:14 PM | Add Comment

People-Mover being discussed once again in Broward.

Posted by Mark B at 1/11/2008 8:58 PM | Add Comment

More and more states trying for slot casinos.

Posted by Mark B at 1/10/2008 8:48 PM | Add Comment

Seminole/Crist Compact Officially in Effect

Posted by Mark B at 1/8/2008 7:05 AM | Add Comment

Judge denies Attorney General Bill McCollum's appeal of Seminole/Crist compact.

Posted by Mark B at 1/4/2008 11:27 PM | Add Comment

U.S Department of the Interior Approves the Seminole-Crist Gaming Compact....but....

Posted by Mark B at 1/3/2008 7:45 PM | Add Comment

Disney's MGM Studios' transformation into Disney's Hollywood Studios almost complete.

Posted by Mark B at 1/3/2008 12:00 PM | Add Comment

Just when you thought Aventura Mall couldn't get any bigger...Nordst

Posted by Mark B at 1/1/2008 6:57 PM | Add Comment

State of Florida Files Suit to Block Seminole Casino Deal

Posted by Mark B at 12/20/2007 7:42 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Air & Sea Show Cancelled for 2008.

Posted by Mark B at 12/14/2007 10:01 PM | Add Comment

CompUSA to close all stores after the holidays.

Posted by Mark B at 12/9/2007 9:43 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

36th annual Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade Saturday December 15

Posted by Mark B at 12/9/2007 9:34 AM | Add Comment

It's Official...2 New 'Super Sized' Cruse Ships to be Based in Ft. Lauderdale.

Posted by Mark B at 12/4/2007 8:45 PM | Add Comment

Crist and Seminoles Ink Gambling Compact.

Posted by Mark B at 11/15/2007 6:29 PM | Add Comment

Gulfstream Casino and Racing Faces Investigation of Possible Theft Ring.

Posted by Mark B at 11/12/2007 5:55 PM | Add Comment

Gulfstream Racing and Casino...Possible Changes.

Posted by Mark B at 11/8/2007 8:45 PM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment

New Deadline Set for Indian Expanded Gambling Compact.

Posted by Mark B at 11/6/2007 7:31 PM | Add Comment

South Florida Cruise Business Slowing Down?

Posted by Mark B at 11/5/2007 8:06 PM | Add Comment

So It's Going to be a Hilton.

Posted by Mark B at 11/2/2007 8:15 PM | Add Comment

IKEA Sunrise, FL Grand Opening Tomorrow (Oct. 17) - E-mail Announcement.

Posted by Mark B at 10/16/2007 7:14 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Sooooo Close to Getting into IKEA Early!!

Posted by Mark B at 10/13/2007 5:56 PM | Add Comment

W Hotel & Residences, Ft. Lauderdale Plans 2008 Opening.

Posted by Mark B at 10/8/2007 9:23 PM | Add Comment

Grand Marshal Announced for Ft. Lauderdale Winterfest Boat Parade.

Posted by Mark B at 10/8/2007 7:58 PM | Add Comment

IKEA Sunrise FL Announces Grand Opening Date! It's in October!!

Posted by Mark B at 10/1/2007 4:52 PM | Add Comment

Seminole Gaming Negotiations Could Freeze.

Posted by Mark B at 9/30/2007 12:49 PM | Add Comment

The Convention Hotel War.

Posted by Mark B at 9/25/2007 5:35 PM | Add Comment

Development Still Moving Ahead in Wilton Manors.

Posted by Mark B at 9/24/2007 5:33 PM | Add Comment

IKEA Sunrise, Still No Official Grand Opening.**Update! It's October 17th!**

Posted by Mark B at 9/18/2007 5:59 PM | Add Comment

Gulfstream Owner Looking to Sell a Piece Off.

Posted by Mark B at 9/17/2007 9:00 PM | Add Comment

New Hilton Hotel Planned for Pompano Beach.

Posted by Mark B at 9/15/2007 11:00 AM | Add Comment

New Plan to Ease I-595 Rush Hour Traffic?

Posted by Mark B at 9/11/2007 6:00 PM | Add Comment

Stinky, Sweaty, Buggy Tri-Rail Trains.

Posted by Mark B at 9/10/2007 6:11 PM | Add Comment

Seminoles Sweeten the Pot.

Posted by Mark B at 9/10/2007 6:05 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Small Part of Pompano Beach Closed for a Few Days.

Posted by Mark B at 9/8/2007 7:24 AM | Add Comment

Walt Disney World's FastPass Getting a Makeover?

Posted by Mark B at 9/7/2007 10:58 PM | Add Comment

Drunk Drivers High on Police List this Weekend

Posted by Mark B at 9/2/2007 7:04 AM | Add Comment

Poker Hot, Slots Cool.

Posted by Mark B at 9/1/2007 7:25 AM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Beach New Hotel Construction...Estimated Opening Dates.

Posted by Mark B at 8/28/2007 6:08 PM | Add Comment

FL Gov. Charlie Christ Confident of Agreement With Seminoles by Sept. 11.

Posted by Mark B at 8/27/2007 9:05 PM | Add Comment

Seminole and Florida Gambling Talks Deadline Extended.

Posted by Mark B at 8/22/2007 11:56 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Planning a Light Rail Transit System

Posted by Mark B at 8/22/2007 11:49 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Deal for Vegas Slots for Seminoles Soooo Close.

Posted by Mark B at 8/20/2007 6:05 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science Planning Facelift and More Exhibits.

Posted by Mark B at 8/16/2007 8:13 PM | Add Comment

"Lexus Lanes" Another Step Closer on I-95

Posted by Mark B at 8/14/2007 7:00 PM | Add Comment

Courtyard Marriott to Open on Ft. Lauderdale Beach - September 2007

Posted by Mark B at 8/10/2007 4:53 PM | Add Comment

Allegiant Air to Expand Ft. Lauderdale Flights.

Posted by Mark B at 8/10/2007 12:27 PM | Add Comment

Disney's MGM Studio Theme Park to be Renamed in January!

Posted by Mark B at 8/9/2007 9:43 PM | Add Comment

2007 Hurricane Season Forecast is Lowered

Posted by Mark B at 8/9/2007 12:03 PM | Add Comment

Dania Jai-Alai New Casino Put "On Hold"

Posted by Mark B at 8/8/2007 2:35 PM | Add Comment

Gulfstream Racing & Casino - New Retail, Dining and Movie Theater?

Posted by Mark B at 8/8/2007 12:19 PM | Add Comment

Possible Expansion of Cruise Terminals at Port Everglades....New Genesis Class Ships?

Posted by Mark B at 8/3/2007 12:43 PM | Add Comment

Another Sales Tax Holiday for Florida Shoppers is Here!

Posted by Mark B at 8/3/2007 12:32 PM | Add Comment

More Buzz About Florida Indian Tribes Getting Full Gaming...

Posted by Mark B at 7/31/2007 12:37 PM | Add Comment

Get Your Drink On Later at Hallandale Beach Casinos!

Posted by Mark B at 7/27/2007 5:16 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Winterfest Boat Parade Gets New Route.

Posted by Mark B at 7/27/2007 8:14 AM | Add Comment

City of Dania Beach Approves 2 Hotels Near the Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood Airport.

Posted by Mark B at 7/27/2007 8:11 AM | Add Comment

I-595 Redesign Update....

Posted by Mark B at 7/26/2007 12:31 PM | Add Comment

Broward County Casino's Expand Hours of Operation.

Posted by Mark B at 7/25/2007 10:42 AM | Add Comment

Newly Opened Highrise vs. Newly Planned Highrise in Downtown Ft. Lauderdale.

Posted by Mark B at 7/25/2007 9:40 AM | Add Comment

Get Your Pup and Your Coup Washed at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino!

Posted by Mark B at 7/24/2007 9:57 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale's Pier 66 Hotel (a Hyatt) Plans Expansion?

Posted by Mark B at 7/23/2007 12:13 PM | Add Comment

I-595 and Turnpike Interchange to get a $1.5 Billion Redesign...in 2009

Posted by Mark B at 7/22/2007 12:55 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Approves Proposed Condo-Office-Marina Combo Building.

Posted by Mark B at 7/11/2007 11:56 AM | Add Comment

Riverside Hotel on Las Olas Blvd Plans Major Expansion.

Posted by Mark B at 7/9/2007 7:07 PM | Add Comment

Mickey's Arm and Wand Being Taken off of EPCOT Spaceship Earth.

Posted by Mark B at 7/6/2007 12:00 PM | Add Comment

New Website Lets you Check Up on the Grouper You're Eating.

Posted by Mark B at 7/5/2007 6:29 PM | Add Comment

Gov. Christ Allows Changes to Broward Slot Casinos.

Posted by Mark B at 6/28/2007 10:25 AM | Add Comment

Luxury Train Service in the Works Between Washington DC and South Florida.

Posted by Mark B at 6/27/2007 2:16 PM | Add Comment

Feds Giving the State of Florida 60 Days to Reach a Gambling Deal with the Seminole Tribe.

Posted by Mark B at 6/27/2007 11:35 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Want to Be the Next American Idol?

Posted by Mark B at 6/25/2007 11:58 AM | Add Comment

New Park in Wilton Manors to Open by Mid-Summer.

Posted by Mark B at 6/24/2007 5:57 PM | Add Comment

Friendly's Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor Planned for Broward.

Posted by Mark B at 6/24/2007 1:44 PM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment

Broward Slot Casinos Earning Less than Expected. Why?

Posted by Mark B at 6/24/2007 9:52 AM | Add Comment

Universal Studios Florida Trades Marty for Bart?

Posted by Mark B at 6/23/2007 7:34 AM | Add Comment

Check the Fine Print When Booking Hotels.

Posted by Mark B at 6/22/2007 10:46 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Manditory Passport Requirements for US Citizens Eased for Now.

Posted by Mark B at 6/21/2007 7:25 PM | Add Comment

Anna Nicole Smith's Judge Resigns.

Posted by Mark B at 6/19/2007 12:14 PM | Add Comment

Cruise Ship Safety 101 - Don't Fall Overboard.

Posted by Mark B at 6/18/2007 7:49 PM | Add Comment

Hollywood Ready to Open New and Improved Parks

Posted by Mark B at 6/17/2007 9:02 AM | Add Comment

MTV to Set 'The Paper' in Weston?

Posted by Mark B at 6/17/2007 8:54 AM | Add Comment

Aventura Mall Expanding AGAIN. Nordstrom's Will Anchor.

Posted by Mark B at 6/14/2007 12:42 PM | Add Comment

Florida Senate Votes to Allow Floridians to Vote on 'Super' Homestead Exemptions.

Posted by Mark B at 6/14/2007 12:20 PM | Add Comment

Florida Casino Buzz...

Posted by Mark B at 6/11/2007 6:02 PM | Add Comment

Ft. Lauderdale Says 'Oui' to New Highrise Condo Development - French Village

Posted by Mark B at 6/10/2007 8:34 AM | Add Comment

Haunted Mansion in Disney's Magic Kingdom Closed for Summer.

Posted by Mark B at 6/9/2007 9:30 PM | Add Comment

Florida Property Tax Saga. Another Plan.

Posted by Mark B at 6/9/2007 8:19 AM | Add Comment

It Cleans Itself, It Talks to You, It Even Plays You Music..Ft. Lauderdale Beach's New....Public Toilet?

Posted by Mark B at 6/8/2007 12:39 PM | Add Comment

Project Runway - Ft. Lauderdale Airport

Posted by Mark B at 6/6/2007 12:11 PM | Add Comment