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Council addressed several key initiatives during recent meetings, including the approval of a new residential subdivision, the adoption of a five-year strategic plan, and support for the creation of a special taxing district. As such, Homestead residents and those seeking to move into the city…
On August 16, Homestead Councilman Tom Davis provided an update on the city’s efforts to bring a Veterans Administration (VA) Hospital to Homestead. The gathering took place at the Old City Hall site and included the commanders of both the Homestead Veterans of Foreign Wars…
The William Dickinson Community Center in Homestead has been the site of many events, and on August 23 it was host to a lively evening with the “Back2School” Concert sponsored by Homestead Council member Jenifer Bailey. The prompt to, “Kick Off The School Year With…
One never knows what they may see during a visit to Zoo Miami. On August 22, some guests were rewarded with an extra special treat as they were privileged to observe the birth of an endangered Banteng! Early in the afternoon on Friday, while still…
With hurricane season already underway, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) teamed up with United HomeCare and the Florida Council on Aging to help Homestead seniors prepare for what is expected to be an active storm season. On August 13, more than 500 hurricane preparedness…
The commercial real estate market in Homestead is experiencing a period of steady activity, driven by population growth, infrastructure improvements, and investor interest in redevelopment opportunities. While the broader Florida market has cooled in recent months due to higher financing costs and insurance pressures, Homestead…
In any orderly society, the intention of legal constraints is to curtail, as much as possible and practical, activities that yield counterproductive and even destructive results for its members. Throughout the Old and New Testaments, we observe descriptions regarding believers and their roles and relationships…
During the Florida City Commission meeting on August 12, Florida City Mayor Otis Wallace highlighted the recent successes of state Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez (R-Doral) and state Representative Kevin Chambliss (D-Homestead) in securing funding for the enhancement of community safety and for the fight against…
People across the country were engaged in their usual morning routines at 8:00 a.m., September 11, 2001; sitting down for work or school already, preparing to go to work or school, coming off night shifts, perhaps taking a post-Labor Day vacation. Even at 8:19 a.m.,…
In last week’s edition of Canes Corner, we reviewed Head Coach Mario Cristobal’s first three years and detailed the 2024 season that started with high expectations but finished 10-3 after a 9-0 start. Now that the past is gone, we will be focusing on 2025…
As Baptist Health Homestead Hospital celebrates its 85th anniversary, longtime medical staff members have many positive and fun memories to share. Dr. Charles Augustus, an OB/GYN and the Chief Medical Officer of Baptist Health Homestead Hospital, has been with the hospital for more than 34…
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) launched a new districtwide multi-year partnership with Adidas during a special event at Traz Powell Stadium. The agreement makes the brand the official athletic apparel and equipment partner for all of the District’s Greater Miami Athletic Conference (GMAC) schools, including…
The sale of 136 feet of Krome Avenue frontage of “The Towers” to outside investors was reported this week by J.E. MacDonald, who has altered plans for his hotel, moving it to the northern corner of the block instead of the southern. The frontage brought…
Miami Head Coach Mario Cristobal will be entering his fourth season at the helm when the Hurricanes host Notre Dame at Hard Rock Stadium at 7:30 on Sunday, August 31. The clash between the two preseason-ranked top ten teams will be televised nationally on ABC…
Miami-Dade County has been nationally recognized by the Center for Public Sector AI with the inaugural AI 50 award for its countywide approach in adopting artificial intelligence (AI) focused on protecting resident privacy, ensuring government security and promoting ethical decision-making. Led by Mayor Daniella Levine…
This August, Baptist Health Homestead Hospital is celebrating its 85th anniversary, marking a legacy deeply rooted in the South Dade community. Opened in 1940 as a 10-bed facility, the hospital has grown alongside Homestead, evolving into a state-of-the-art center designed to meet the needs of…
Those who boat, dive, fish, and participate in other similar activities or sports in the 4,539 square miles of waters stretching from south of Miami, all the way through the Florida Keys, enjoy a unique ecosystem that is home to more than 6,000 species of…
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) canceled its contracts with most unions on Wednesday, saying the unions work against the best interests of veterans. VA said the move follows President Donald Trump’s executive order from March to eliminate public employee unions at the federal level.…
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) students will continue receiving free breakfasts and lunches throughout the 2025–26 school year. “The first step to a strong and healthy mind is a strong and healthy body,” said School Board member Luisa Santos, who represents South Dade area schools.…
Homestead is one step closer to getting a major sports complex at Homestead Regional Park. During a recent meeting, the City Council approved a resolution for a ground lease and development agreement between the city and VSGS Facilities to design, build, and operate a multi-purpose…
Jurnee Smith of Homestead, the daughter of South Dade Senior High School’s cross country and track coach Quincy Smith, made her father proud with her performance at recent national track meets in Humble, Texas. Jurnee was double crowned at the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) National…
The ribbon-cutting last fall on Nov. 1, 2024, for the joint MUJER and Kristi House complex at 250 N. Krome Avenue marked the beginning of a new chapter for both organizations, part of the Safe Families Partnership Network. This coalition of organizations provides services for…
Luther F. Ramsey Jr., Homestead’s new code enforcement officer, has taken on the task of registering every sign in the city. The 27-year-old longtime resident replaces Heff Hay, who resigned last week. A former mason who worked with his father, a contractor in Monroe County,…
Homestead’s Historic Downtown came alive with color on July 31 as the city hosted two major art events — the unveiling of two Everglades-themed murals at the Historic Seminole Theatre and the opening of a new exhibit at etc Art Gallery. In Losner Park, Mayor…