About Fort Lauderdale Forum

Welcome to Fort Lauderdale Forum, your go-to source for everything related to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Our publication is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, events, and insights from this vibrant city known for its stunning beaches, lively arts scene, and rich cultural diversity.

At Fort Lauderdale Forum, we believe in the power of community and the importance of staying informed. Whether you're a lifelong resident, a newcomer, or a visitor exploring our city's attractions, we strive to provide you with in-depth articles, engaging stories, and up-to-date information that captures the essence of Fort Lauderdale.

Our team of passionate writers and local advocates are committed to highlighting the unique voices that make up our city. From local business features and interviews with community leaders to coverage of events and developments that shape our future, Fort Lauderdale Forum is here to keep you connected to the heartbeat of Fort Lauderdale.

Join us as we celebrate the spirit of our city and foster a sense of community among residents and visitors alike. Thank you for being a part of the Fort Lauderdale Forum family!

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Editorial Team

Director

Keshawn Greenfelder

Keshawn Greenfelder is the director of Fort Lauderdale Forum, where he oversees editorial strategy and community engagement. With a deep focus on local issues, he is dedicated to amplifying the voices of South Florida residents.

Editor-in-Chief

Celia Rojas

Celia Rojas is a passionate writer and local enthusiast dedicated to showcasing the vibrant culture and hidden gems of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With a keen eye for detail and a love for storytelling, she brings the area's rich history and diverse attractions to life for both residents and visitors.

Editor

Tiana Patel

Tiana Patel shapes every story with a keen eye for the city's evolving cultural and environmental landscape. Her editing champions the resilience and quirky charm of Fort Lauderdale's neighborhoods, making complex issues feel intimately human.

Writers

Dylan Haag

Dylan Haag hunts down the untold stories simmering beneath Fort Lauderdale's surface, from forgotten canal histories to the quiet struggles of its working-class families. His writing blends gritty detail with a compassionate lens, reminding readers that every headline begins with someone's lived truth.

Loyce Johnson

Loyce Johnson finds her stories in the salt-scrubbed corners of Fort Lauderdale, where strip malls meet mangrove lagoons. Her writing turns overlooked moments—a dockhand's morning ritual, a retiree's porch-side wisdom—into quiet, resonant portraits of a city in flux.

Melvin Hayes

Melvin Hayes digs beneath the glossy brochures to trace the financial currents that shape Fort Lauderdale's skyline and shoreline. His reporting connects the dots between city hall decisions, developer deals, and the everyday cost of living for those who call this beachside town home.

Verla Jackson

Verla Jackson captures the absurdities and joys of Fort Lauderdale with a wry, observant eye, finding humor in the everyday chaos of a subtropical city. Her feature writing celebrates the quirky characters—from beach-bum philosophers to yacht-club socialites—who give this place its sun-bleached soul.

Alia Waelchi

Kendra Thomas