Don D’Arminio is seen everywhere. Ribbon cuttings, neighborhood socials, out with friends, and, of course, sitting on the dais in the Wilton Manors city commission chamber. Much of his work there is unseen, but is felt throughout the city. Now he is running for a second term.

The third time was the charm for Angie Ovahness Pryce, the new Mizz OutSFL. She took the crown on May 4 at the United Church of Christ in Fort Lauderdale. This is the third year for the pageant and her third attempt.

At a time when school yard bullies are empowered by elected bullies, a new school is stepping up. The Acceptance Academy is taking applications for its inaugural class. The school, located in Boca Raton, will serve and educate students in grades six through eight.

“I’m flabbergasted.” Those are the words of Wilton Manors Mayor Scott Newton about a property owner’s request for more time to address code violations.

In a swift reversal, Palm Beach County has approved funding for improvements at Compass Community Center in Lake Worth Beach, backing off an earlier denial tied to Florida’s new anti-DEI law.

Dark clouds loomed but kept their distance as residents of Wilton Manors dined, drank, and celebrated their community. They were at Mickel Park for the Neighborhood Spring Social of the Westside Association of Wilton Manors.