Rod Stafford Hagwood is a journalist at the Sun Sentinel, where he has covered a diverse range of topics including arts and entertainment, food and beverages, and travel and tourism. With a rich background as an entertainment and dining reporter, theater critic, and a commitment to highlighting the Caribbean and LGBTQ+ communities in South Florida, Rod has earned multiple accolades for his impactful journalism. He has been featured in prominent publications such as Yahoo News, Orlando Sentinel, and The Hartford Courant.
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Rod's coverage is heavily focused on local events, restaurants, and entertainment news in South Florida. If you are looking to pitch him a story, consider offering unique insights or access to new and noteworthy developments within the local food and beverage scene, upcoming events, or intriguing aspects of the entertainment industry in South Florida.
Given his focus on private sector announcements and event coverage related to food & beverage as well as house & home topics in the Fort Lauderdale area, Rod may be particularly interested in exclusive details about restaurant openings, innovative culinary trends, or insider information about upcoming events that would appeal to his audience.
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By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
With our subtropical weather and water-centric lifestyle, the laidback, easygoing vibe of tiki huts is a natural fit. That's why we have so many of them, whether poolside, lakeside or oceanside — most shining a little sun onto some al fresco seafood dining as well.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
It was a terrible time. But now, a decade later, the timing may finally be right for a community to heal through music.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
Here’s a little help with some family friendly, father-fab experiences for what we’re calling “Sire Sunday.”
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
Celebs Alan Jackson, Ella Langley, Clint Black, Eve, Michelle Rodriguez, Wayne Wonder and more are coming to SoFlo festivals.
SoFlo Festivals, Fairs & Festivities gives you a monthly look ahead to celebrations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
June is Pride Month and we have curated a roundup of events planned throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties. Prices may not include taxes.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood, Phillip Valys
Here, we say goodbye to eight South Florida restaurants that closed for good in the past few months — and two that will soon be gone.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
Some of your friends might not be feverish fútbol fans like yourself. No worries. We got you.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
Attention mango-maniacs, mango-philes, mango-ites and mango-fangos: The Island SPACE Mango Festival is this weekend.
By: Rod Stafford Hagwood
Live music will flow all night, from the al fresco dinner to the deck on the Water Taxi.
