LHP Garden Club Luncheon /Auction

Thursday, Feb. 21 – 11 a.m.

St. Paul’s Educational Hall

2700 NE 36 St. (E. Sample Rd.), LHP, FL 33064

$10 includes lunch, dessert, coffee. Program: “Waterwise Gardening” with Janine Griffiths of Green Thumb, Inc. Raffles, silent auction, plants for sale. 954-942-9310.

2nd Annual You Can Succeed

Friday, Feb. 22 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lakeside Terrace

7880 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33434

Keynote speaker: Kellie Kuecha speaks with three other keynote speakers, a mentor with the Millionaire’s Panel and over 20 MastHERmind™ table leaders. Topic: branding, sales, marketing and operations, and more. Information/ tickets: www.youcansucceedevent.com.

Praise in the Park

Saturday, Feb. 23 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pioneer Park

217 NE 5 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Hosted by First Baptist church of Deerfield Beach. Bounce house, volleyball, kickball, Frisbee toss, horseshoes, hot dogs, DJ and LIVE music. 954-427-1216.

Fashion Show & Luncheon

Saturday, Feb. 23 – 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club

2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Sponsored by St. Gabriel Council of Cathollic Women. Donation: $35. Fashions by The Fancy Flamingo, Boynton. RSVP: 954-786-0667.

4th Annual Tea in the Garden

Saturday, Feb 23 – 4 to 6 p.m.

100 NE 44 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

English tea & pastries. Stroll Tiki-lit pathways while listening to LIVE music. Tours: 4 p.m., tea & program: 5 p.m. Seating limited. Tickets: www.teainthegarden.eventbrite.com.

Mardi Gras celebration

Sunday, Feb. 24 – 1-4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway 1500 S. Andrews Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo Society. $10. Info: 954-563-5390.

North Broward Democratic Club Meets

Wednesday, Feb. 27 – 7:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Topic: Florida Water and Land Conservation Amendment on Nov. 2014 ballot. Speaker: Terry LaPlante, Legacy Campaign S.F. Field Organizer. Refreshments served. 954-783-8232.

PB CRA breaks ground on MLK Cooridor

Thursday, Feb. 7 – 10 a.m.

E. Pat Larkins Ctr. 520 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (Hammondville Rd.) Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Followed by reception with lunch and refreshments served. RSVP: 954-786-7824.

Movies in the Park: Mirror Mirror

Friday, Feb. 8 – 7 p.m.

Villages of Hillsboro Park 4111 NW 6 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Family film. Bring blankets, lawn chairs. Refreshments and glow merchandise available for purchase. 954-480-4495.

“Give a Box, Get a Box”

Friday, Feb. 8 – 5 to 9 p.m.

Duffy’s (select locations)

Donate a box of Girl Scout cookies to a military person and receive one FREE box. Also, for 3rd year, Duffy’s is offering Samoa cookie cupcake dessert, based on the Girl Scout cookie in its restaurant.

Concert Series

St. Nicholas Episcopal Church 1111 E. Sample Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

• Friday, Feb. 8 – 7 p.m.

Elisabeth Von Trapp, granddaughter of Van Trapp singers, Sound of Music. Complimentary light dessert, coffee reception to follow. FREE admission; free-will offering taken.

• Saturday, Feb. 9 – 4 p.m.

Gold Coast Jazz Society. $15 (includes wine and cheese reception) following concert. Info 954-942-5887

Plants & People Day

Saturday, Feb. 9 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sample-McDougald House/Centennial Park 450 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33061

FREE. Entertainment, food, drinks available for purchase.

Florida Renaissance Festival opens

Weekends, Feb. 9 to Mar. 17 – 10 a.m. to sunset

Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Rd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

REN FEST SCHEDULE:

• Romance Weekend – “Wine & Chocolate” – Feb. 9-10

• Pirates Weekend – “Pillage the Village” – Feb. 16, 17 & 18

• Wenches Weekend – “Bodacious Bodices” – Feb. 23 & 24

• Time Travelers Weekend – “From Steampunk to the Stars” – March 2-3

• Explorers Weekend – “VIVA Florida – Florida’s 500th Birthday” – March 9-10

• St. Patrick’s Weekend – “We’re going Green” – March 16-17

Ren Fest has added a 6th weekend! Adults-$20, Ages 6 to 11 years – $7, Ages 5 and younger – FREE. www.ren-fest.com or 1-800-3-REN-FES.

“About Boating Safely”

Saturday, Feb. 9 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spanish River Park HQ Bldg. 3001 N. A1A, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Hosted by Coast Guard Auxiliary. $35. For questions or RSVP, call 561-391-3600 and leave a message.

Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, Feb. 10 – 9 a.m. to noon

Elks lodge 700 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Hosted by the Benevolent Patriotic Order of DOES Drove 142. Adults-$5/Children-$2.50. Open to the public. 954-587-1121.

Sunday Matinee Music Series Concert

Sunday, Feb. 10 – 3 to 4 p.m.

Spanish River Library 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Featuring: The Les Mack Trio. FREE admission. 561-299-8684.

Nature at Night Hike

Saturday, Feb. 9 – 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Deerfield Island Park 1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach 33441

For all ages, $5/person. Must be at Sullivan Park dock 6:30 p.m. to catch shuttle to Park. Sturdy shoes a must. Pre-registration required. 954-357-5100.

PB Garden Club me ets Monday, Feb.11 – 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open to the public. The program “Hybrid Hibiscus” will be presented by Winn Soldani, owner of Fancy Hibiscus. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

94th Year Birthday Celebration of Women’s Club of DB

Tuesday, Feb. 12 – 1 p.m.

Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach 910 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Speaker: John Cutrone “Book Arts Road Show.” Free event, light refreshments served. Guests welcome. 954- 421-4700.

Important meeting RE: Future of Deerfield Park Elementary School

Tuesday, Feb. 12 – 6 p.m.

Deerfield Park Elem. School 650 SW 3 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Call 754-322-6150 for more information.

Zonta Club of Boca Raton meets

Wednesday, Feb. 13 – 6 p.m.

The Holiday Inn 2809 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach, FL 33487

Meets monthly on the second Wednesday of the month for dinner. 561 482-1013 or info@zontabocaraton.org.

Aunt Mary’s Attic Sale

Saturday, Feb. 2 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church 2700 NE 36 St. (Sample Rd.), LHP, FL 33064

Bargains galore on household items, furniture, clothes, jewelry, books and more. Refreshments available. 954-943-9154.

Tour Hillsboro Lighthouse

Saturday, Feb. 2 – 8:45 a.m.

Sands Harbor Hotel Dock – boat departs 125 N Riverside Dr., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Info: 954-782-3313. www.hillsborolighthouse.org

2nd Annual Unity in the Community Family Fun Day

Saturday, Feb. 2 – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Community Park 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Fosters “Unity” among residents. Free food, drinks (while supplies last); entertainment for all ages.

“In Jacob’s Shoes”

Sunday, Feb. 3 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Green Market The Cove Shopping Center

Zonta Club of Greater Deerfield Beach seeking donations of new and gently-used shoes (all types and sizes) as well as donations for “In Jacob’s Shoes®.” 561-750-7355.

AAUW meets

Monday, Feb. 4 – 12:30 p.m.

Dick and Miriam Hood Center 217 NE 4 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE. Short discussion on “The Theater.” New members welcome. RSVP: 954-524-2938.

IHOP offers Free Pancakes

Tuesday, Feb. 5 – 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Nationwide Locations

For National Pancake Day, IHOP Restaurants invites guests to enjoy a FREE stack of buttermilk pancakes. Guests encouraged to make donation to the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital or other charities. www.ihoppancakeday.com.

Business With a Twist and Ribbon Cutting

Wednesday, Feb. 6 – 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Mediterraneo Grill and Café Cucina Siciliana 420 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

$10 by Feb. 5; $15 at door. RSVP: 954-941-2940 or info@pompanobeachchamber.com.

Food/Wine Tasting & Fundraiser

Wednesday, Feb. 6 – 5-8 p.m.

The Heart of the Olive 816 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Learn how to mix gourmet olive oils and flavored vinegars. Enjoy heart-shaped brownies, flavored oils/vinegars & other delicious food pairings. $10 donation includes food and wine. Percentage of proceeds to The Pantry of Broward.

Breakfast networking group meets

Friday, Jan. 25 – 8 to 9 a.m.

Seaside Grill 1406 N. Ocean Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

“The Originals” meets 2nd and 4th Friday. Cost is only cost of breakfast. Bring Business Cards! Info: e-mail: cob3@bellsouth.net

6th Annual Travel Expo Extravaganza

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Boca Express Travel – Courtyard 8177 Glades Road, Suite 14, Boca Raton, FL 33434

FREE to the public. Travel experts, cruise lines and tour companies all in one place offering expertise, incentives. Raffle, giveaways and refreshments. 561-451-4511.

Boot, Scoot N’ Boogy to a Cure Line Dance Party

Saturday, Jan. 26

8 to 9:30 p.m. – Line-Dance Lessons

9:30 p.m. – Party

American Rock Bar & Grill 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

$5 (includes one well drink). Raffles. Proceeds benefit ACS Relay For Life of Deerfield Beach/Lighthouse Point & Hillsboro Beach. 954-579-1633.

Nautical Flea Market

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27 – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Beach Community Park 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Vendors with nautical clothing, arts and crafts; marine equipment and more. $5 per day, FREE for children 12 and under FREE. FREE parking. 954-786-4111 or www.nauticalfleamarket.com.

Dixieland / Hot Jazz session

Sunday, Jan. 27 – 1 to 4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway 1500 S. Andrews Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo. $10. 954-563-5390.

Author/ TV star speaks

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 7 p.m.

Chabad of Lighthouse Point 4081 N. Federal Hwy., #100 A Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Speaker: Joanne Caras, author of two cookbooks: The Holocaust Survivor Cookbook and Miracles & Meals. Each is a collection of stories and recipes collected from Holocaust Survivors from around the world. Cover Charge: $10. Autographed Cookbooks: $36. Proceeds benefit a Soup Kitchen in Jerusalem and other charities. Caras also has a TV show on JLTV called Miracles & Meals. 917-972-7185.

Annual Fashion Show Luncheon

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club 2701 NE 42 St., LHP, FL 33064

The afternoon will include a delicious lunch, fashion show, entertainment and door prizes. Sondro at The Cove provides the fashions. Proceeds benefit NE Focal Point. $50 each. Limited seating. 954-480-4460.

Annual Pet Expo

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pompano Citi Centre 1955 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE admission. Best-dressed pet contest, product samplings, pet training demonstrations, animal CPR instruction, and more. www.pompanociticentre.com

DB 33rd Annual Festival of the Arts

Saturday, Jan. 26 & Sunday, Jan. 27 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot 149 SE 21 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

125+ art vendors and assortment of musical talents. FREE parking/shuttle service available from Cove Shopping Ctr. 954-480-4429.

Nautical Flea Market

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27 – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Beach Community Park 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Vendors with nautical clothing, arts and crafts; marine equipment and more. $5 per day, FREE for children 12 and under FREE. FREE parking. 954-786-4111 or www.nauticalfleamarket.com.

Dixieland / Hot Jazz session

Sunday, Jan. 27 – 1 to 4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway 1500 S. Andrews Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo. $10. 954-563-5390.

Author/ TV star speaks

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 7 p.m.

Chabad of Lighthouse Point 4081 N. Federal Hwy., #100 A Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Speaker: Joanne Caras, author of two cookbooks: The Holocaust Survivor Cookbook and Miracles & Meals. Each is a collection of stories and recipes collected from Holocaust Survivors from around the world. Cover Charge: $10. Autographed Cookbooks: $36. Proceeds benefit a Soup Kitchen in Jerusalem and other charities. Caras also has a TV show on JLTV called Miracles & Meals. 917-972-7185.

Annual Fashion Show Luncheon

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club 2701 NE 42 St., LHP, FL 33064

The afternoon will include a delicious lunch, fashion show, entertainment and door prizes. Sondro at The Cove provides the fashions. Proceeds benefit NE Focal Point. $50 each. Limited seating. 954-480-4460.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENTS

Pompano Beach

Monday, Jan. 21

• 8 a.m. – Parade Line-Up: Mitchell Moore Park 901 NW 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Boca Raton

Monday, Jan. 21

• 9 a.m. – Ceremonial program MLK, JR. Memorial Site 200 NE 12 St., Boca Raton, FL 33432

• 10:30 a.m. – March – Pearl City to Hughes Park, led by Boca Raton High School Marching Band and others.

• 11 a.m. – Celebration in Hughes Park 200 NE 14 St., Boca Raton, FL 33432

Entertainment: Boca Raton High School Band, Ave. “D” Boys Choir, Friendship Praise Dancers,Velocity Martial Arts, St. Joan of Arc Gospel Singers, food vendors, prizes and more.

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2013 DB Little League Registration – FINAL TWO DAYS!

Through Friday, Jan. 18 – 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Middle School Athletic Complex-Press Tower 501 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

2013 Evaluation Day is Saturday, Jan. 19. For more information and registration forms: www.deerfieldbeachlittleleague.com.

Luminotti plays

Friday, Jan. 18 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The Wishing Well Royal Palm Place 111 SE Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Local classic rock band performs at Irish pub. 561-750- 5208. Note: Nearby Federal Highway closed Jan. 18 – 20.

A “Fork & Cork Affair”

Saturday, Jan. 19 6:30 to 10 p.m.

JA World Huizenga Cntr. at Broward College 1130 Coconut Creek Blvd. Coconut Creek, FL 33066

This 3rd annual event is for ages 21 and up and features food and wine samples, silent auction and dancing. $150 per person.Ticket sales benefit educational programs at Junior Achievement of South Florida, a 501(c) 3 organization. 954-979-7120 or www.jaworlduncorked.com.

Safe Boating Course

Saturday, Jan. 19 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Imperial Point Medical Center 6401 N. Federal Hwy., Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308

$50 per person (includes materials and lunch). 954-942-8108 for registration/info.

“About Boating Safety”

Saturday, Jan. 19 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spanish River Park HQ Bldg. 3939 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

$35 (materials). For questions or RSVP, call 561-391- 3600 and leave a message.

Holocaust Remembrance

Sunday, Jan. 20 – 8 p.m.

Young Israel of Deerfield Beach 202 Century Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Featured speaker: Mrs. Ruth Lichtenstein, Holocaust survivor. Program highlighted by candlelight procession by local area Holocaust survivors and readings by synagogue members. Songs performed by synagogue’s Men’s Choir. 954-571-3904.

YATC Cool Wheels Car Show

Sunday, Jan. 20 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Rd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

FREE. Spectators will enjoy music and cuisine from local food trucks, while viewing a diverse variety of cars. To register your cool car, visit www.yatc.org. Established in 1986

“And the winner is…”

Sunday, Jan. 20 – 2 p.m.

Pompano Beach High School Gymnasium 600 NE 13 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Hosted by New Presbyterian Church. A Celebration of Broadway’s Best Musicals (Guys & Dolls, South Pacific, Bye Bye). No tickets needed. An offering will be taken. 954-448-5083 or www.newpres.org.

Taste of Lighthouse Point

Tuesday, Jan. 22 – 6 to 9 p.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club 2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Annual event, presented by the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce, brings 20-plus local restaurants to dish out their signature items. Wine, silent/Chinese auction. $50 per person advance/ $60 door. Email taste@lhpchamber.com to purchase tickets or buy at Pac n Send, 3640 N. Fed. Hwy., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064. 954-946-6610 for questions or to donate auction items.

NE Focal Point seeks volunteers Volunteers needed in Thrift Shop, pre-school or Senior Center. Hours flexible – volunteer 1 hour or 20 hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 954- 480-4447 for info. NE Focal Point is located at 227 NW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441.

Family Hayride & Campfire

Friday, Jan. 11 – 7:30 to 9 p.m

Quiet Waters Park 401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Fee-$3.50/person ages 3+ (includes 1 hayride, 1 bag of s’more fixings). Pre-registration/payment required at park office. Visit broward.org/parks/things to do or call 954-357-5100. Note: Gate fee applies – $1.50 per person (children 5 & under free).

Beach Grille Grand Opening

Friday, Jan. 11 – 5 to 7 p.m.

3414 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE. Samples of Funnel Fries, authentic Philly Cheesestakes. Light refreshments served. Ribbon cutting at 5:45 p.m.

Pompano Beach Garden Club meets

Monday, Jan. 14 – 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open to the public. The program “Planting for Song Birds” will be presented by Ann Wiley, member of Audabon Society. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

Coney Island Baby

Tuesday, Jan. 15 – 7 p.m.

Herb Skolnick Community Center 800 SW 36 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Husband and wife duo create a nostalgic performance for Baby Boomers. Tickets: $12. For information, call 954-786-4590.

Knee pain seminar

Tuesday, Jan. 15 – 4 to 5 p.m.

Broward Health North, Conf. Ctr. 201 E Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Join Dr. Paul Meli for discussion about knee pain and learn treatment options. 954-759-7400. www.Broward Health.org/events.

Zonta meets

Tuesday, Jan. 15 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. (networking), noon (lunch)

Deerfield Beach Country Club 50 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Guest speaker: Christine King, president of Best Fit Inc., honored most recently for her community service in Delray Beach. Please RSVP to Sandy Manning at 561-392- 2223 for reservations.

Relay For Life Fiesta

Tuesday, Jan. 15 5:30 p.m. until close

Baja Café 1310 S. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Food, raffles. 15 percent of proceeds from food benefits Relay For Life. 954-426- 4394.

History at High Noon

Wednesday, Jan. 16, noon

Old Schoolhouse 232 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach FL 33441

David Eller will talk about the history of Deerfield from the perspective of someone whose family has lived in the area since 1923. Bring bag lunch. Cookies and beverage provided. 954-254-8937.

Sound of Music

Wednesday, Jan. 16 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Cinemark 3200 Airport Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Digitally-restored classic. To be played on the big screen! Call for info. 561-395-4695.

The Newman Singers concert

Thursday, Jan. 17 – 7 p.m.

Zion Lutheran Church & School 959 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Contemporary liturgical & inspirational music. Freewill offering will be collected. 954-421-3146. www.zion-lutheran.org.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Dec. 23 A woman was locking up the Dollar Tree at 1345 S. Military Trail when a man came up to her. The man grabbed the store deposit bag from her and fled into a waiting car. The deposit bag contained $3,912.

Dec. 23 A man was arrested and charged with burglary of a residence at 560 SE 2 Ave. The man entered the apartment through a window. The victim returned home and saw the man in the home with a laptop in his hand. The man dove out the window and the victim chased the man and tackled him. The victim and a neighbor held the man until law enforcement arrived.

Dec. 24 A man reported that two men attempted to open a window to his home at 290 SW 2 St. The victim confronted the two men with a handgun. One of the men attempting to break into the home had a BB gun, which he dropped. Both suspects fled. The BB gun and the man’s handgun were entered into evidence.

Dec. 25 A woman hired King Moving & Storage to assist her in moving to her home in Coconut Creek. She had placed an engagement ring valued at $2,000 in a jewelry box. After the movers had been in her home, she discovered the ring missing. Incident was reported at 92 Centennial Court.

Dec. 25 A man was arrested and charged with stealing an automobile. The victim flagged a deputy and the car was followed to Delray Beach. Driver exited at I-95 and Atlantic Boulevard and crashed into a business. The man was taken to North Broward Medical Center for clearance. Incident was reported at 900 SW 10 St.

Dec. 26 A woman reported that her car parked in the Walgreens parking lot at 20 SW 12 Ave. was entered and her purse was stolen.

Dec. 26 An individual cut the fence at the Infratech Compound at 790 NE 48 St. and stole a generator and tools from two company trucks. The loss was estimated at $2,220.

Dec. 26 A man was arrested and charged with a felony possession of narcotics at 500 SW 3 Ave.

DEERFIELD – District 4

Dec. 21 Grand theft was reported on Deer Creek Road in Deer Creek. Complainant reported that between 5:40 p.m. on Dec. 20 and 8:45 a.m. on Dec. 21, unknown person(s) stole all the rims and tires valued at $2,000 from her 2011 Nissan Altima parked at this location. Vehicle was processed and the area was canvassed.

Dec. 21 Auto theft was reported at 4100 N. Powerline Rd. at 4:18 p.m. Complainant stated that he received a call from the Ft. Lauderdale Police regarding a company truck that had been recovered by them at 2:17 a.m. at 24 Avenue and W. Sunrise Boulevard. Complainant said he parked his vehicle at 4100 N. Powerline Rd. Review of the surveillance video showed two suspects in a dark color Grand Prix arriving at approximately 9:42 p.m. on Dec. 20 and taking the vehicle. Vehicle had been towed by Ft. Lauderdale PD to West way yard in Lauderdale Lakes.

Dec. 24 Conveyance burglary occurred on SW 15 Street – Meadow Lakes / Meadowridge. Victim advised that at approximately 11 a.m. she parked her car (White 2002 BMW) in the parking lot. Her white 4S IPhone (valued at $300) was on top of the center console at that time. When she returned at approximately 11:45 a.m., her phone was missing. Victim advised that her husband left the car doors unlocked.

Dec. 24 Armed robbery took place at the Sprint Store at 2301 W. Sample Rd. After the store closed and the last customer left, Suspect No.1 knocked incessantly. Employee No. 1 cracked open the door to advise the person to come back tomorrow when Suspect No.2 burst in, brandishing what appeared to be a TEC9.

Update: He was Michael J. Webb, 56, of Deerfield Beach.

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A serial bank robber was shot and killed by Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies after being forced to stop his getaway vehicle on I-95 in Pompano Beach.

At 11:21 a.m. the suspect entered the Chase Bank at 2285 N. Federal Highway in Pompano Beach, armed with a handgun and wearing a ski mask. Because glass was recently installed at the teller windows the robber was not able to jump the counters, as he has in past robberies. He fled from the bank empty handed. A description of his blue Dodge Ram pickup truck and his license plate number were immediately relayed to BSO deputies.

Deputies spotted the getaway truck on Atlantic Blvd and attempted to make a traffic stop but the driver refused to pull over and headed north on I-95. Just north of the Copans Road on-ramp Deputy German Bickbau performed a PIT maneuver, successfully sending the suspect’s truck onto the large grassy space east of the interstate. Dep. Bickbau’s marked cruiser struck a light pole and he was injured. Other deputies approached the suspect’s truck after it rolled and came to rest. Two deputies fired their weapons, striking the suspect and killing him.

Deputy Bickbau was flown to Broward Health Medical Center, complaining of back and abdominal pain. He is being treated at this time and is expected to recover.

According to FBI agents who responded to the scene, the suspect has an extensive criminal history and is suspected of committing six recent bank robberies at two Broward County banks:
Chase Bank at 2285 N. Federal Highway on 5/10/12, 6/15/12, & 11/2/12 and the Bank Atlantic (now BB&T) at 1299 S. Military Trail on 8/8/12, 8/29/12 and 9/29/12. For more details on the robberies, contact the FBI.

BSO homicide detectives are investigating the death of an adult male whose body washed ashore in Deerfield Beach. A BSO deputy on ATV patrol discovered the body about 3:16 a.m. behind the Embassy Suites in the 900 block of Southeast 21 Avenue.

Crime scene and Deputies cordoned off the area as curious morning walkers looked on.

By Gary Curreri

Deerfield Beach football coach Alan Jackson said before last Thursday’s District 11-8A opener against Taravella that his team was still learning and trying to find out who they were.

With a talented group of juniors and underclassmen, Jackson’s team battled back twice from double-digit deficits only to fall 42-35 in overtime. While they found out a little bit more about themselves, this year’s team is still searching for its first victory of the year after three losses.

“We are still young and have a lot of juniors on this team,” said Jackson, who is in his second year at the school. The Bucks are coming off back-toback losing seasons and failed to make the postseason last year. “Our 2014 team should be pretty good.”

Trailing 14-0 after Taravella scored on its first two possessions of the game, Deerfield Beach roared back with 18 unanswered points to take an 18-14 halftime lead as Aeron McNeal scored on a 35-yard run and Kris Rosales added a 40-yard field goal to pull within 14-10 with 10:20 remaining in the second quarter.

McNeal finished the game with 11 carries for 172 yards.

DeerfieldBeach(0-3,0-0) took its first lead of the game on a 9- yard scoring pass from Levin to Justin Morgan before Humphries scored twice to stake the Trojans to a 28-18 lead.

The Bucks opened the fourth quarter scoring 17 points to jump back in front following a safety and Brandon Powell caught back-to-back, 22 yard TD passes from Levin to grab a 35-28 lead with 4:36 left in the game.

Taravella tied the game at 35-35 with 2:02 remaining on an 8-yard TD pass from Jerome to Robert Miller and won it in overtime on another Jerome TD pass.

“They are coming along,” Jackson said. “I am pleased with what we are doing. We are motivated. They wanted to make the playoffs this year. The 2014 kids wanted to make a statement this year. They don’t want to wait. That’s our motto. Let’s not wait until we are seniors; let’s do it now. That’s the kind of model we are in this year.”

Jackson said, despite the team’s record, there is more continuity this year because they have been in the system for a year. He believes they can still make the playoffs.

“We want to do the now,” Jackson said. “We have to be better now and can’t wait until later. We need to mature a little bit more. We have to cut down on all of the small, little mistakes and get tougher up front and offensively. We have two great backs, but we have to be consistent.”

Jackson said the team is counting on juniors Brandon Powell, LaJavious Thompson and senior Mike Gilbert, as well as junior Tyler Sayles, senior Royus Amos and Orlando transfer senior Aaron Williams.

Tigers roar, roll past Cougars

Blanche Ely’s Nelson Ervin passed for 227 yards and five touchdowns as Blanche Ely cruised past Coconut Creek, 55-6, in the District 14-7A opener on Friday night. The Tigers (3-1, 1-0) took an early 28-0 lead behind the efforts of Ervin, who completed three touchdown passes in the opening period. Running back James Butler added two first half scores as the Tigers took a 49-6 lead into halftime.