Did you miss these 3 Pembroke Pines stories? Catch up on student projects & more
Three recent stories about Pembroke Pines covered several topics, including innovative student projects, community inclusion in sports and the local food scene.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Story 1: Pembroke Pines students build robot with MIT to tackle Everglades invasive plant
A group of Pembroke Pines Charter High School students were chosen for the prestigious Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams program after launching a project to design an autonomous robot that can remove invasive Brazilian pepper plants from the Everglades. Their ambitious yearlong effort, guided by a Florida International University professor and funded through grants and mentorships, aims to make a real impact on the environment while showcasing the school’s growing STEM talent.
Story 2: ‘Favorite race.’ Pines nonprofit champions inclusive racing at Miami Marathon
Special Compass, a Pembroke Pines nonprofit, is making strides in inclusive racing by partnering volunteer “power buddies” with athletes who have disabilities, allowing them to participate in major events like the Miami Marathon. The organization, founded by Michael Sayih and his father Jim, continues to expand its reach, offering resources, scholarships, and big goals such as building affordable housing and attempting world records for athlete duos.
Story 3: Popular Latin bakery may soon open new location in Pembroke Pines. What we know
Don Pan International Bakery, a family-owned staple for Latin American baked goods with 17 locations in South Florida, may soon open a new storefront in Pembroke Pines at Palm Square. While it is not clear whether this will be a new branch or a relocation, local residents are eager for more details and excited for the potential addition to the city’s culinary options.
The story summaries above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in the Pembroke Pines News newsroom. The full stories in the links were reported, written and edited entirely by Pembroke Pines News journalists.
This story was originally published February 2, 2026 at 5:10 AM.