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A divided federal appeals court Tuesday refused to halt a district judge’s order that requires the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to take steps to protect manatees in the northern Indian River Lagoon, including temporarily preventing new septic tanks in the area. A panel of…
Florida lawmakers Monday night passed a measure that could help expand charter schools known as “schools of hope,” as Republicans continue trying to boost school choice and Democrats warn about harm to traditional public schools. The schools of hope proposal appeared to die before the…
The Homestead City Council is discussing an ordinance regarding a new shopping cart control plan. Now, the City currently retrieves abandoned shopping carts from public property and rights-of-way. In Fiscal Year 2024, more than 2,500 carts were removed under this process. These carts are either…
When Grey-haired white liberals take to America’s streets for “No Kings” protests, the only danger they’re exposing themselves to is ridicule. But what happens when progressive protesters head to a foreign war zone? Last weekend, the “Global March to Gaza” found out. Thousands flocked from…
Reese Walker, a 12-year-old with a ‘lifetime’ of fishing experience, stunned the fishing world by capturing the recent Kiwanis Club of Homestead-South Dade’s 40th Annual Dolphin Days Family Fishing Tournament. Walker, junior at Arvida Middle School in Kendall (where he made the Principal’s Honor Roll…
South Dade residents interested in learning more about the variety of fruit that is grown in the area may want to check out the 2025 Summer Fruit Festival at Preston B. Bird & Mary Heinlein Fruit & Spice Park 24801 SW 187th Ave, Homestead. Miami-Dade…
South Florida Barber Schools in Homestead offers individuals the opportunity to pursue their dream of becoming a barber. The school is reaching out to former military members and their families who are interested in starting a new career as barbers, since they now accept the…
By David Volz This summer, children will have more fun and educational opportunities available to them. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins has announced her office’s continued investment in youth safety and enrichment through the 2025 “SafeSummers” program, awarding $175,000 in grants to more than…
Miami-Dade County Commissioner Eileen Higgins discussed the new traffic pattern on 21st Avenue in response to a fatal traffic incident near the Shenandoah Library. “The recent tragic traffic accident near the Shenandoah Library, which resulted in the loss of life, has deeply impacted our community.…
While in Miami, my boyfriend and I were in the mood for good, reasonably priced fun, so we decided to visit Arcade Odyssey. As one of the only surviving arcades in Miami-Dade, the arcade is always filled to the brim with gamers of all ages.…
Miami-Dade residents can now travel directly to Rome from Miami International Airport (MIA). American Airlines has begun a new service from Miami International Airport to Rome, and now the airline has its largest summer schedule in MIA history. American and Miami-Dade County leaders recently hosted…
This monument is more than stone and steel—it is a symbol of sacrifice, love, and enduring legacy. This monument honors not just those who gave their lives, but those, their families – their legacy who live every day with their memory. May this monument serve…
During the recent meeting, the Council directed the city manager to implement a public outreach initiative to encourage state and federal representatives to fund the design and construction of a veteran’s affairs medical facility within the city. Earlier in the year, the Council urged U.S.…
Christophe Vellanti won top honors as the Sacred Heart School’s Athlete of the Year at recent ceremonies toasting the school’s sports participants. Carolyn Cooner was named the school’s top girl athlete for the past school year. In the individual sports programs, Eric Torrese was selected…
On Saturday the 31st of May, the City of Homestead held its 12th annual Military Appreciation Day in Losner Park. With music, dance performances, the 16th Armored Division Reenactment Group, a classic car show, food trucks and vendors, kid’s activities and more, there was plenty…
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier quickly appealed after a federal judge Tuesday issued a preliminary injunction blocking a 2024 state law aimed at keeping children off social-media platforms. Uthmeier, who is the defendant in a lawsuit filed by two tech-industry groups, filed a…
Homestead residents can expect a significant redevelopment project at Homestead Regional Park. During the May 28 meeting, the Council received a presentation from VSGS Facilities on a sports and entertainment complex that will offer a place for a wide variety of athletic contests and community…
Individuals and families in need of affordable housing will be able to join certain waitlists. Miami-Dade County Housing and Community Development (HCD) will open its site-based waitlists for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program, offering affordable housing assistance, starting Monday, June 9, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.…
The State Board of Education on Wednesday unanimously approved appointing Anastasios Kamoutsas, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ deputy chief of staff, as Florida’s next education commissioner. Kamoutsas will succeed outgoing Education Commissioner Manny Díaz Jr., who is slated to become interim president of the University of West…
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to make a decision regarding the tax-exempt status of organizations that do not comply with state qualifications for “religious purposes.” The case, Catholic Charities Bureau v. Wisconsin Labor and Industry Review Commission, came to the high court after the…
Three hundred seven teams play NCAA Division 1 baseball, all with the dream of earning a trip to Omaha to compete in the College World Series. Entering last weekend’s Regional play, 64 teams were remaining. Today, only 16 teams remain alive. National #1 seed Vanderbilt…
The Homestead Council wants to extend the temporary moratorium on the development of multi-family housing in the city. During the recent meeting, the Council approved on a first reading of an ordinance providing for a six-month extension to a twelve-month temporary moratorium, enacted by a…
During a recent meeting, the Homestead Council approved a resolution to allow for the procurement and installation of a portable ice-skating rink and accessory equipment from Ice-America for a fiscal year 2025 cost of $456,950.00 and a total cost of $1,254,014.21 over four fiscal years.…
According to numbers released by the Florida House of Representatives, a tentative budget deal would result in a 2.8% increase in general fund appropriations for fiscal 2026. The new fiscal year, which starts on July 1, could have $49.96 billion in general fund spending if…