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Damage was reported Friday as storms brought strong winds and hail in South Florida.

At North Perry Airport in Pembroke Pines, images show an aircraft flipped on its side and onto a fuel truck.

Images from viewers, also in Pembroke Pines, showed downed trees and fences. Police have reported that several electrical wires were also downed and power was temporarily disrupted at some homes.

Videos from Only in Dade showed the storms brought powerful hail to the area.

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What's the Memorial Day weekend forecast in South Florida?

The holiday weekend brings some forecasting challenges as our models are worlds apart. One model is showing little or no rain at all, and another is showing quite a bit of rain at times on Saturday. But even our wetter model tends to favor our inland and western areas versus the beaches.

The potentially wettest day looks to be Saturday. The bulk of the rain will fire up to the west in the afternoon, but our big wild card is if it drifts back east at dinnertime, in which case there would be early evening rain at the coast.

If the rain never drifts back to the east, the beaches might stay completely dry and would likely be mainly dry again on Sunday and Monday.

SATURDAY: Mostly sunny. Western PM storms drift east late day. Rain: 50%. High: 89°.

SUNDAY: Mostly sunny. Storms, mainly west. Rain: 30%. High: 90°.

MONDAY: Mostly sunny. Storms, mainly west. Rain: 30%. High: 90°.

This year marks the 48th anniversary of one of the most musically potent periods in the Grateful Dead‘s storied career–the legendary 1977 spring tour.

Deadheads are known for being both extensively knowledgeable and highly critical, and the notion that Spring ’77 was a peak for the band is about as close as you’ll get to a consensus among hardcore fans—though narrowing it down to a specific “best” show on the tour becomes much trickier.

Of course, there was the show at Cornell University’s Barton Hall on 5/8/77, the most famous show the band ever played, about which books have been written, documentaries have been made, and countless words have been exchanged in the discussion of its merit.

Related: Dead & Company Make The Grade At Cornell University’s Barton Hall [Videos/Audio]

Then there’s the following evening’s incredible performance at War Memorial Auditorium in Buffalo (5/9/77), which is frequently used as an argument as to why Barton Hall is overrated (i.e. “Cornell ’77 wasn’t even the best show that week, man”).

The two shows that preceded Barton Hall, at Boston Garden in Boston, MA (5/7/77) and Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum in New Haven, CT (5/5/77) have also reached legendary status in Dead circles—another pair of precious gems from the embarrassment of riches that was Spring ’77.

In 2017, in honor of the 40th anniversary of Spring ’77, the Grateful Dead issued a new box set, May 1977: Get Shown The Light, which featured remastered recordings of 5/5/77, 5/7/77, 5/8/77, and 5/9/77 and was marketed as a collection of some of the greatest shows in the history of live Dead.

But the Grateful Dead’s Spring ’77 run goes even deeper than those four storied performances. Take, for example, the show they played 48 years ago today, on 5/22/77 at The Sportatorium in Pembroke Pines, FL. The show was the third to get the remaster treatment as part of the Dick’s Picks archive audio series in 1995, but by that time it had already been cemented in the pantheon of legendary Dead shows.

The show boasts a litany of incredible highlights: The first set renditions of “Sugaree” and “Peggy-O” (not featured on Dick’s Picks 3) and “Dancin’ in the Streets” were all played with an emboldened sense of exploration. The second set-opening “Help” > “Slip” > “Franklin’s” is the stuff of Dead legend, one of the best versions of the classic live suite ever performed. Most of the second set was played without the Dead skipping a beat, as they worked their way through powerful performances of “Estimated Prophet” > “Eyes of the World” > “Wharf Rat” > “Terrapin Station” > a revelatory “Morning Dew”, showcasing a band in historic form.

On the 48th anniversary of 5/22/77, take a listen to the undeniably great performance in all its glory—and take a moment to appreciate the fact that, while this show would likely have been in a class all its own had it been performed at any other time, it’s just another “run-of-the-mill-stellar” show among its time-tested Spring ’77 brethren.

Grateful Dead – The Sportatorium – Pembroke Pines, FL – 5/22/77

[Audio: Matthew Vernon]

Grateful Dead – Dick’s Picks Vol. 3

Setlist: The Grateful Dead | The Sportatorium | Pembroke Pines, FL | 5/22/77

Set One: Funiculì, Funiculà, The Music Never Stopped, Sugaree, El Paso, Peggy-O, New Minglewood Blues, Friend of the Devil, Lazy Lightnin’ > Supplication, Ramble on Rose, Dancin’ in the Streets

Set Two: Help on the Way > Slipknot! > Franklin’s Tower, Samson and Delilah, Brown Eyed Women, Good Lovin’, Sunrise, Estimated Prophet > Eyes of the World > Wharf Rat > Terrapin Station > Morning Dew

Encore: Sugar Magnolia

[Originally published 5/22/17]

April 23, 2025 – Baptist Health broke ground today on a new medical center in Pembroke Pines that will expand access to high-quality emergency and outpatient care in Broward County. The facility, which will be located at 1400 SW 145th Ave., is expected to open in early 2027.

Spanning 60,865 square feet across three stories, the medical center will bring together services from Baptist Health Emergency Care, Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care, Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care and Baptist Health Primary Care. Patients will have access to emergency services, nonsurgical spine care, neurology, clinical cardiology, echocardiograms, stress testing and primary care – creating a destination for comprehensive care in one of South Florida’s fastest-growing regions.

“This groundbreaking marks more than the start of construction – it’s a commitment to advancing healthcare in a way that truly centers around the community,” said Nancy Batista-Rodriguez, CEO of Baptist Outpatient Services. “We’re building not just a structure, but a place where people can come for expert care, trusted guidance, and long-term wellness support.”

The new facility is designed to foster collaboration across specialties, improving coordination of care and enhancing the overall patient experience. By combining outpatient services with emergency and specialty care, the complex will support both routine and urgent health needs in a modern, thoughtfully designed space.

“The communities we serve are growing rapidly, and so are their healthcare needs,” said Dr. Jack Ziffer, executive vice president & chief clinical officer of Baptist Health. “This new medical center will allow us to expand our reach and provide the kind of coordinated, high-quality care our patients deserve – right in their own neighborhood.”

The groundbreaking of the future Baptist Health Medical Center marks a significant milestone in Baptist Health’s unwavering commitment to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of residents across the region.

About Baptist Health

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 28,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned institutes specializing in cancer care, brain and spine care, heart and vascular care and orthopedic care. In addition, it includes Baptist Health Medical Group; Baptist Health Quality Network; and the Baptist Health PineApp, a virtual health platform. Baptist Health is an academic and clinical affiliate of Florida International University. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and is the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida by U.S. News & World Report. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/Newsroom and connect with us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.

KPOT, the rapidly growing Korean BBQ and hot pot concept, is continuing its national expansion with the opening of two new locations in South Florida – Coral Springs and Pembroke Pines. These two openings mark the latest additions to KPOT’s fast-growing footprint, which now includes over 100 locations nationwide, and build on the brand’s momentum as it brings its unique dining experience to new markets across the country.

The Coral Springs restaurant, located at 9120 Wiles Rd, officially opened its doors on Tuesday, April 1. The Pembroke Pines location, found at 15995 Pines Blvd, is slated to open in mid-April, with an exact date to be announced soon. These openings mark a milestone in KPOT’s growth throughout Florida, bringing its signature, interactive dining experience to even more guests across the region.

“We’re incredibly excited to bring KPOT to Coral Springs and Pembroke Pines,” said Victor Chow, Vice President of Operations at KPOT in a statement. “KPOT is more than just a meal — it’s a celebration of culture, flavor, and connection. Whether it’s your first time trying Korean BBQ and hot pot or you’re a longtime fan, our goal is to create a fun, welcoming space where guests can explore new tastes, share a table with friends and family, and enjoy something truly unique. South Florida’s vibrant, diverse community is a perfect match for what we offer, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone in.”

At KPOT, guests are invited to take the lead in crafting their own dining adventure. Each table features built-in tabletop grills and individual hot pot burners, allowing diners to cook their own meats, vegetables, and broths to perfection. The menu features a wide range of offerings, including:

-Korean BBQ favorites like marinated bulgogi beef, pork belly, spicy chicken, and garlic shrimp

-A wide range of Hot Pot broths such as Japanese miso, Szechuan spicy, Korean seafood tofu, and Thai tom yum

-A variety of fresh vegetables, tofu, noodles, dumplings, and seafood for endless combinations

-Handcrafted sauces and condiments for personalized flavor creations

Each of the new locations will also include a full-service bar featuring beer, wine, cocktails, and Korean spirits like soju and makgeolli.

KPOT’s new locations will also feature its signature, tech-enabled service model, full bar, and lively ambiance designed for fun, social dining.

With several more locations planned to open in 2025, the Coral Springs and Pembroke Pines restaurants highlight KPOT’s continued growth and ongoing efforts to bring its distinctive dining concept to new markets across the country.

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Coral Springs

Sunday – Saturday: 12:00PM – 12:00 AM

Pembroke Pines