Kiwanis Homestead-South Dade Welcomes New President
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South Floridians Invited to Free Alzheimer’s Educational Conference Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference for South Florida residents on Wednesday, November 19 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center (5150 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton). The…
Homestead Nov. 4th Election Results
New Councilwoman Kimberly Konsky won the election for Seat One on the Homestead Council, defeating incumbent Councilman Thomas Davis 1,766 votes to 1,395. She is a lifelong Homestead resident, farmer’s daughter, and a dedicated community leader. For more than 30 years, she has served Homestead…
Miami-Dade to Host Veterans Job Fair
Military veterans will have access to career opportunities and community resources at an upcoming job fair. The Miami-Dade County Community Services Department will host its annual Veterans Job and Resource Fair on Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Joseph Caleb Center,…
CSA Yajaira Bolaj: A New Generation of Service
For Community Service Aide (CSA) Yajaira Bolaj, the path to law enforcement didn’t begin with a badge — it began with mentorship. A proud graduate of the Homestead Police Explorers program, Bolaj credits her time under Officer Shanell Wadley’s guidance as the foundation of her…
Traditional Value
In many cultures, sports can be a significant focus of various traditions and diversions. The participation in and spectating of sports can often become fixations as individuals, families, and even entire societies adjust their routines and customs to accommodate popular obsession. I am not a…
Miami Back on Track After Dominant Win Against Stanford
Bo Healey | Cane’s Corner The Hurricanes rebounded from last week’s 24-21 loss to Louisville with a statement 42-7 victory over the Stanford Cardinal (3-5, 2-3) on Saturday night at Hard Rock Stadium. Miami improved to 6-1 overall and 2-1 in the ACC with the…
South Florida Youth Symphony to Perform Free Veterans Day Concert
The Emmy and Gold Medal-winning South Florida Youth Symphony (SFYS) will open its 61st season on Nov. 9 with a free Veterans Day concert at the Seminole Theatre, 18 N. Krome Avenue in Homestead. The concert, part of the City of Homestead’s Veterans Day celebration,…
South Dade High Robotics Team Earns Second Place in Tournament
The South Dade Senior High School Robotics program delivered an impressive performance at a statewide competition over the weekend, earning second place overall. The school hosted the annual Pirates Pillage, a VEX Robotics tournament that drew 22 teams and their robots from across Florida. Students…
Seminole Theatre Receives One-Year Extension
Seminole Theatre patrons will continue to enjoy performances under the current management for another year. During the Oct. 22 meeting, the Homestead City Council approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Oak View Group for the management and operation of the theatre. The contract is…
Homestead Real Estate Market Update — October 2025
The Homestead commercial real estate market continues to show steady investor interest, driven by affordable land prices and population growth in South Dade. Large developers remain active, and the city recorded one of the highest land-acquisition rates in South Florida during the first quarter of…
Senate Votes to Approve ‘Bat Week;’ No Vote to End Shutdown
U.S. senators have remained locked in a government shutdown fight for nearly a month, but unanimously agreed Wednesday to designate Oct. 24–Oct. 31, 2025, as “Bat Week.” A vote to reopen the government is not scheduled for Wednesday. The government has remained shuttered since Oct.…
Homestead Council Approves Community Development District
Work is continuing on the Sandero Landing Community Development District. During the Oct. 22 meeting, the Homestead City Council approved a resolution supporting the development of the district, which encompasses about 83 acres. D.R. Horton Inc. has requested favorable support of its application before the…
Accomplishments and Plans for City of Homestead
The crowd moving into City Hall on Thursday, Oct. 23, for the annual State of the City presentation could easily see the seven placards behind the podium: “Leadership & Organizational Excellence; Infrastructure Upgrades & Improvements; Economic Developments; Emerging Industries; A Plan for the Future; Placemaking;…
Cutler Bay Celebrates Florida City Week
The Town of Cutler Bay is joining municipalities across Florida in celebrating Florida City Week from October 20 to 26, 2025, highlighting the vital role local government plays in everyday life. Hosted annually by the Florida League of Cities, the week-long event is designed to…
From Sharing to Spirits at the Cybrarium
Halloween events are planned throughout the area over the next week, and the Homestead Cybrarium has a lineup for all ages. The Cybrarium Spooktacular will take place Oct. 25, from noon to 3 p.m. on the outdoor stage. The Candy Lane Trick-or-Treat Zone may not…
Louisville Upsets Miami
Last Friday night, Miami (5-1, 1-1 ACC) fell to Louisville (5-1, 2-1) by a score of 24-21 at Hard Rock Stadium. In last week’s Canes Corner preview of the game, my final words were, “Miami will be favored in the contest, but if they cannot…
Homestead City Council Makes New Changes
The Homestead City Council recently passed an ordinance revising registration fees, updating maintenance and security requirements, clarifying the city’s immunity for inspections, and adding civil penalties for violations. During the July 16, Council meeting, members approved the ordinance on first reading. The purpose of replacing…
South Dade Marching Band Performs at Games and Contests
The South Dade Senior High School Marching Band is steadily growing and improving, welcoming new members as the season progresses. The band, which currently includes about 45 student musicians, has been gaining momentum under the leadership of Director Jason Holland, who hopes to see more…
Homestead Police and Citizens Celebrate National Night Out
On October 7, the Homestead Police Department (HPD) hosted a National Night Out event in Losner Park. National Night Out is a campaign to promote police and community partnerships. The events are held across the United States on the first Tuesdays of August and October.…
Reimbursement Checks from Washington Arrive in Florida
Checks from Washington reimbursing Florida law enforcement agencies were handed out Tuesday amid praise from the state’s chief financial officer. “On behalf of the whole state of Florida, we are grateful for all the work you guys do in our communities keeping us safe,” CFO…
Shutdown Pauses Jobs Update
Amid the federal government shutdown, the State Department of Commerce did not release monthly unemployment figures as expected on Friday. The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, Census Bureau and Department of Labor are not updating labor market and employment information during the shutdown, leaving the…
Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge Trump to End $100k Visa Fee
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is urging President Donald Trump to end his $100,000 fee for H-1B visa holders. On Sept. 19, Trump issued a proclamation imposing the one-time fee on new H-1B visa petitions. Employers seeking high-skilled foreign workers after Sept. 21 must pay…
Judge Weighs Medical Marijuana Licenses
A months-long hearing kicked off Monday in a fierce licensure battle over a rare opportunity to join the state’s medical-marijuana industry. The hearing, slated to run through mid-February, comes nearly a year after Florida health regulators announced their intent to award medical-marijuana licenses to 22…