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Homestead Highlights: Pump Station Work, FLOW, & a Spook-Tacular Celebration
Homestead residents who drive by pump station 22 will see extensive work taking place on the project. According to Commissioner Larry Roth, the project doesn’t look pretty, but he knows it is important. “This is the most important pump in the city and I know…
Spotlight on Local Writer, D.M. Munoz
For her first novel, titled The Benefits of Insanity, D.M. Munoz is looking to illuminate readers on the widespread plight of the mental health system. Through the story’s fictional doctor, a survivor of childhood trauma, the tale unwinds around his encounters with friends and experiences…
Canes Escape With a Win Against Virginia Tech
In an exhilarating back-and-forth affair last Friday night, the Miami Hurricanes (5-0, 1-0 ACC) emerged victorious against the visiting Virginia Tech Hokies (2-3, 0-1). The final score was 38-34 in favor of the Canes, but an inept officiating decision that was exacerbated by ESPN announcers…
Cutler Bay agrees to millage rate and budget
The Town of Cutler Bay approved a millage rate of 2.8332 per $1,000 in assessed value of homes and lowered the millage rate from 3.0006. The stormwater fee for the year is $90, the budget for all funds is $117,003,701, and the general fund is…
Lip-smackin’ good: Peanut Butter Challenge returns Sept. 30
Few culinary pleasures transcend kiddom. But whether crunchy or smooth, paired with jelly, crackers or bread, peanut butter is a food nearly everyone can enjoy. High in protein, it’s also among food banks’ most requested items. Since 2012, UF/IFAS Extension and partner institution Florida A&M…
Looking Ahead to NASCAR Weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway
On September 27th, Homestead-Miami Speedway (HMS) hosted an event for media and influencers at the track. The South Dade News Leader had a chance to sit down with Track President Guillermo Santa Cruz to discuss the October 26th – 27th NASCAR Playoff Races, as well…
Florida Ports Feel Effects of Strike
Four busy Florida ports will see direct impacts from an International Longshoremen’s Association strike for higher wages that began Tuesday, October 1st. JAXPORT in Jacksonville, Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, PortMiami and Port Tampa Bay are among ports along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts where…
FPL Invites Schools to Apply for $50,000 Classroom Makeover Grant
School is back in session, and Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is awarding five eligible Florida schools $50,000 classroom makeover grants as part of its continued commitment to STEM education. “At FPL, we believe that knowledge is power. By enriching students’ experiences in STEM,…
A Season of Wins and Challenges
The South Dade Senior High School football team suffered a 42-15 loss against Columbus. However, the previous week, they defeated Killian High School 49-7. The game was essentially over by the end of the third quarter, as the Bucs had a 21-point lead. During the…