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Lois K. Solomon

Lois Solomon has been a reporter for the South Florida Sun Sentinel for over 20 years. She writes the “Essential South Florida” weekly newsletter and answers questions about South Florida life in her “Ask Lois” column. She is the winner of several awards, most recently a first-place prize in the 2024 Society for Features Journalism contest for her "Ask Lois" column.

In searching for Chicago-style pizza, we were surprised at the abundance of places that serve the doughy, cheesy pies you are craving.

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ASK LOIS: Where can I find a true deep-dish pizza in South Florida?

August 15, 2024 at 11:13 a.m.

In searching for Chicago-style pizza, we were surprised at the abundance of places that serve the doughy, cheesy pies you are craving.

The deteriorated car in the Plantation canal contained the body of a missing person, according to Plantation police.

Police find car in Plantation canal with human remains inside

August 11, 2024 at 5:49 p.m.

The deteriorated car in the Plantation canal contained the body of a missing person, according to Plantation police.

Conservators Staszek Kotowski, left and Brad Stewart work on restoring the original Jamaican Satinwood paneling inside the Dinning Room at the Flagler Museum in Palm Beach on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. The museum is doing a meticulous restoration of the original dining room. Designed in the Henri IV style, it reflects the tastes of affluent French society during the reign of Louis Napoléon. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

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‘Bringing it back to life’: See what Flagler Museum is doing to restore dining room

August 12, 2024 at 9:47 a.m.

In an effort to return Whitehall to its original 1902 appearance, the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum has hired artisans to transform the French Renaissance-style dining room back to its original...

South Florida delis are offering promotions throughout the month of August in honor of National Deli Month.

How to support South Florida’s Jewish delis: Indulge in comfort foods & give back to local charities

August 9, 2024 at 11:39 a.m.

South Florida delis are offering promotions throughout the month of August in honor of National Deli Month.

Now that many Holocaust survivors have died and their children are aging, a new generation is ready to pick up the mantle of Holocaust education. They are known as 3Gs, or the third generation, and the USC Shoah Foundation, founded by director Steven Spielberg, is helping to create support groups around the country.

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The next generation: Survivors’ grandchildren teach Holocaust’s lessons

July 26, 2024 at 6:03 p.m.

Now that many Holocaust survivors have died and their children are aging, a new generation is ready to pick up the mantle of Holocaust education. They are known as 3Gs,...

The Jewish Federations of Broward and Palm Beach counties will pay $600 incentives to train to become religious school teachers at local synagogues this fall. It's part of their effort to recruit for open spaces, which have increased since COVID-19 spurred the loss of many instructors.

Help wanted: Seeking Jewish after-school teachers in Broward and Palm Beach counties (and offering $600 incentives)

August 2, 2024 at 4:03 p.m.

The Jewish Federations of Broward and Palm Beach counties will pay $600 incentives to train to become religious school teachers at local synagogues this fall. It's part of their effort...

You can definitely taste the difference when ice cream is homemade. South Florida has plenty of homemade ice cream options.

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Love homemade ice cream? Here’s the scoop on South Florida shops that create their own sweet treats

July 19, 2024 at 9:52 a.m.

You can definitely taste the difference when ice cream is homemade. South Florida has plenty of homemade ice cream options.

All hail the mocktail! Creative nonalcoholic drinks are a staple at South Florida bars and restaurants, with their own separate section on many menus, and the options have been expanding this steamy summer.

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All hail the mocktail! Check out creative alcohol-free drinks served at South Florida bars & restaurants

July 12, 2024 at 10:36 a.m.

All hail the mocktail! Creative nonalcoholic drinks are a staple at South Florida bars and restaurants, with their own separate section on many menus, and the options have been expanding...

We checked South Florida grocery store prices so you can find the most economical ways to get friends and family together for Independence Day 2024.

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Barbecuing on July Fourth? Here’s how to save money on food

June 27, 2024 at 11:50 a.m.

We checked South Florida grocery store prices so you can find the most economical ways to get friends and family together for Independence Day 2024.

In our current bout of steamy weather, a swimming session is an enticing way to lower the temperature.

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A great summer deal: Cool off at these pools with unique amenities

June 28, 2024 at 1:58 p.m.

In our current bout of steamy weather, a swimming session is an enticing way to lower the temperature.

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