🌱 See what deputies handled in Parkland between April 7 and 13.
Good morning Parkland! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See what deputies handled in Parkland between April 7 and 13.
- How Broward’s new staffing cuts could impact Parkland families and schools
Also on today's calendar: Dressage Show and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny, a shower or two, with a high of 86 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Partly sunny, showers around, temps: high: 89, low: 72.
- Sunday: A couple of showers, with a high of 90 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Parkland Crime Blotter: Woman Reports $54,000 Fraud Scheme Spanning Two Years (parklandtalk.com) — Parkland residents can see a full rundown of Broward Sheriff’s Office calls in the city from April 7–13, including domestic disputes, school-related concerns, mental health Baker Act cases, and a $54,000 fraud report. The blotter also lists several recent arrests, from DUI to trespassing at a construction site, offering a clear snapshot of recent public safety activity in Parkland. 
• Broward Schools Begin to Implement Staffing Cuts; Over 300 Notified This Week (tapinto.net) — Broward County Public Schools, reported from Parkland, is cutting about 1,000 non‑teaching jobs a year through 2029, with more than 300 staff already notified this week. District leaders cite steep enrollment declines and budget gaps, focusing reductions on district-level and support roles rather than classroom teachers. A full staffing plan is due to the school board by July 21, 2026.
📸 Around Parkland
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Upcoming Events in
Parkland
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★ Featured events ★
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Hunter Jumper Show
Parkland Equestrian Center, 8350 Ranch Rd, Parkland
9:00 am
Saturday April 18
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Other local events
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Autism Awareness and Acceptance Day
Amphitheatre , 10561 Trails End , Parkland
9:00 am -
Dressage Show
Parkland Equestrian Center , 8350 Ranch Rd , Parkland
9:00 am -
Fantasy Theatre Factory Eco-Challenge: An Interactive Environmental Game Show (ages 5 and up)
City of Parkland Calendar , 6620 University Drive , Parkland
3:30 pm -
Community Advisory Board Scholarship Interviews Sub-committee
City of Parkland Calendar , 6600 University Drive , Parkland
4:30 pm -
Cartooning with Cory (age 7 and up)
City of Parkland Calendar , 6620 University Drive , Parkland
5:30 pm -
Community Advisory Board Scholarship Interviews Sub-committee
City of Parkland Calendar , 6600 University Drive , Parkland
4:30 pm -
Legends at the Keys: From West Side Story to Rocket Man (adults and teens)
City of Parkland Calendar , 6620 University Drive , Parkland
6:00 pm
Saturday April 18
Sunday April 19
Monday April 20
Tuesday April 21
Wednesday April 22
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🗓 Events Nearby
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CSCCR Chamber Voices (Toastmasters Club)
Motherhood Village , 2902 N University Dr , Coral Springs
12:00 pm -
Bright & Smart Robotics: Tiny Innovators (parent & me)
Boca Raton, FL Calendar
12:15 pm -
Outdoor Marine Aquarium Feeding
Boca Raton, FL Calendar
12:30 pm -
Resident Sea Turtle Talk
Boca Raton, FL Calendar
1:00 pm
Friday April 17
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🗞 Nearby News
Coral Springs
- Florida Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Coral Springs as City Prepares Public Service for Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer (bocapost.com)
- Save on Children's Essentials at 'Just Between Friends' Coral Springs Event — Sunrise Talk (sunrisefltalk.com)
- Coral Springs Police: Woman Shot on West Sample Road, Person of Interest in Custody (bocapost.com)
Coconut Creek
- Earth Day 2026 at Promenade at Coconut Creek: Free Event Offers Crafts, Music and More (tapinto.net)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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