Did you miss these 3 Pembroke Pines stories? Catch up on shopping, voting & more
Three recent stories about Pembroke Pines community developments covered several topics, including new retail openings at a shopping plaza, an inspiring local mentor’s recognition and details for the upcoming municipal election.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Story 1: Shoppers, rejoice — Pembroke Gardens unveils 7 new stores for 2026. What we know
The Shops at Pembroke Gardens is set to welcome seven new stores in 2026, ranging from luxury brands such as Coach and Pottery Barn to fitness studios and wellness options. This expansion promises more shopping and lifestyle choices, with openings planned throughout the year.
Story 2: ‘Like family.’ Pines woman wins ‘big sister’ award from Broward charity giant
Selina Hightower, a dedicated Pembroke Pines volunteer and retired police lieutenant, was recently honored as the “best big” by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County for her exceptional mentorship. Her nurturing support has been life-changing for her mentees and heartwarming for the community, underscoring the value of caring adults in children’s lives.
Story 3: Get ready to vote, Pembroke Pines. What to know ahead of the upcoming election
Pembroke Pines residents will head to the polls on March 10 to elect city commissioners for Districts 1 and 4, with polling places and key deadlines already set. The city is also recruiting poll workers as it prepares for an important local election that will shape city leadership for the coming years.
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 4, 2026 at 5:10 AM.