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THURSDAY MAY 21, 2026
WORLD CUP FEVER! Lauderhill to host kickoff events ahead of FIFA 2026 tournament As anticipation builds across South Florida ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the City of Lauderhill is positioning itself at the heart of the regional buildup, launching a twoday “World Cup Kickoff” celebration designed to tap into what officials expect will be a major economic and cultural surge.
The initiative comes as Miami Gardens prepares to host seven World Cup matches at Hard Rock Stadium from June 15 to July 18, 2026, including group-stage fixtures, knockout games, and the bronze medal final. Across the wider region, South Florida is bracing for one of the largest international visitor influxes in its history, with millions expected to pass through Miami-Dade and Broward counties over the course of the tournament. Lauderhill’s events, scheduled for June 6 and 7, are being framed as the opening local celebration ahead of the tournament’s arrival — a regional effort aimed at uniting Broward County cities around sport, tourism, and business opportunities linked to the World Cup. For Vice Mayor Richard Campbell, the project reflects more than festive programming. Over the past year, he has led efforts encouraging Lauderhill businesses to prepare for the economic opportunities tied to the tournament, while coordinating with Broward County continues on B4 – World Cup Warm Up
Pay Child Support or Lose Your Passport Warning issued to delinquent parents The U.S. Department of State says it is stepping up enforcement against parents who owe significant child support, warning that passports may be revoked for individuals with more than $2,500 in outstanding court-ordered payments.
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In a statement released May 7, 2026, the department said it is using what it described as “commonsense tools” to strengthen compliance with child support obligations and ensure financial support for children. Under existing U.S. law, individuals who owe more than $2,500 in child support can be deemed ineligible for a passport. The State Department said it is now working more closely with the Department of Health and Human Services to identify cases of significant delinquency and enforce restrictions, including passport revocation. Once a passport is revoked, it cannot be used for international continues on B2 – Child Support
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