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Florida City voters went to the polls on January 27 to select a new mayor and two city commissioners, but none of the candidates were able to secure a majority, leading to runoff elections. The mayoral race featured five candidates: Israel J. Andrews, Alphonso D.…
The glass-fronted Student Success Center at Miami-Dade College’s Homestead Campus is far more than an example of impressive architecture. Early drawings of the building often raised questions, as the space was neither a conference center nor traditional classrooms. It is home to The Idea Center,…
South Florida’s most iconic western tradition returns later this month as the 77th Annual Homestead Championship Rodeo rides into town for a full weekend of pageantry, competition, and community celebration. The annual event brings together generations of rodeo fans for a slate of activities highlighting…
Julio and Ignacia Berrones moved to Homestead with their twelve children, guided by faith in family and the American Dream. They were migrant workers, and in 1962, “labor camp” was the common term for South Dade Housing Authority housing. Located near Homestead Air Force Base,…
The Indiana Hoosiers (16-0) topped the Miami Hurricanes (13-3) by a 27-21 score at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday night and took home the CFP National Championship Trophy. It was a well-earned win for the Hoosiers, but it took an interception of a Miami quarterback…
A new health center is expected to be built in Homestead following recent City Council discussions regarding land use and development approvals. During a recent meeting, council members considered an ordinance approving the rezoning of a 0.3-acre parcel at 100 NW Seventh St. The request,…
The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) welcomed Dr. Milan Hayward as the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs earlier this month. A member of CFK’s senior leadership team and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Hayward leads all academic, workforce training, and non-credit programs, as well…
Florida’s burrowing owls are beginning their nesting season, and residents may soon notice the small, curious birds appearing in neighborhoods, parks, and even golf courses as they establish underground homes. As Florida’s population continues to grow, wildlife is increasingly adapting to live alongside people. According…
New or recent residents may have thought about exploring the area, and the annual Redland Riot Road Rallye presents a fun-filled way to discover some of South Dade’s “hidden gems.” Jan. 17 is the day when returnees and first-time participants will gather at historic Cauley…
Florida residents may find themselves in new congressional voting districts if Gov. Ron DeSantis moves forward with his call for redistricting. On Jan. 7, DeSantis issued a proclamation announcing a special session of the Florida Legislature to address congressional redistricting. “Every Florida resident deserves to…
Construction is underway on a new major cruise terminal at PortMiami. Miami-Dade County leaders, including Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, PortMiami Director and CEO Hydi Webb, and Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Jason Liberty, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the future Cruise Terminal G.…
On Jan. 27, Florida City voters will go to the polls to choose a new mayor to replace longtime Mayor Otis Wallace, who is leaving office after many years of service. Five candidates have qualified to run for the open seat. Israel J. Andrews is…
Envisioning Redland as once being thick with pines, where timber was routinely harvested, may be difficult for some. Sidney Robinson, however, traces his grandparents’ arrival in the area back to the late 1930s and early 1940s. The family lived in several places, and when his…
The Miami Hurricanes (12-2) got the better of the No. 2 seed Ohio State Buckeyes (12-2) in the Cotton Bowl College Football Playoff quarterfinal at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on New Year’s Eve. With the win, Miami advances to the CFP semifinals, where they…
The Homestead City Council recently approved several key measures aimed at expanding local services, improving recreation amenities, and updating city personnel policy. Council members voted to approve a site plan and special exception requested by Helen Homes of South Dade, LLC, for the development of…
Cutler Bay Mayor Tim Meerbott hosted a ribbon cutting on Dec. 23 celebrating the completion of the Biscayne Bay Coastal Wetlands Project. This major environmental restoration effort is designed to improve water quality, strengthen coastal resilience, and restore natural freshwater flows to Biscayne Bay. The…
Republicans in the Florida House are working on ballot initiatives that would ask voters to overhaul the state’s property-tax system — and city leaders who rely on property taxes to fund services are beginning to express concern. When the Legislature convenes Jan. 13 for its…
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The Homestead Council is considering a resolution to grant a site plan approval requested by the corporation Kingston 328. This is for the development of a neighborhood services retail center including two freestanding buildings — one a 2,400 square foot structure and the other at…
Everyone needs to dispose of their trash, but no one wants a waste dump or incinerator in their backyard. About three years after a fire destroyed an incinerator in Doral that processed about half of Miami-Dade’s garbage, the Miami-Dade County Commission may want to build…
Hours before the U.S. House will vote on Republicans’ health care plan, Democrats secured enough signatures Wednesday on their discharge petition to force a vote on a three-year extension of enhanced Obamacare subsidies. Four Republicans – Pennsylvania Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Rob Bresnahan, and Ryan Mackenzie,…
Miami has a new mayor. Eileen Higgins achieved a historic victory in Miami’s mayoral runoff election, becoming the first woman elected to the office in the city’s history. She is also the first Democrat to win the mayor’s seat in nearly 30 years, defeating Emilio…
Chartered in 1925, the Rotary Club of Homestead has seen many changes in its century of “Service Above Self.” Dec. 5 was a night to honor that history as well as two deserving individuals. The Centennial Celebration Smoke Prime Rib Dinner was held at the…
Miami International Airport has introduced U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Enhanced Passenger Processing system, which uses SITA’s Smart Path technology to speed up and secure arrivals for U.S. citizens. Working with CBP, MIA is one of several U.S. airports to launch the system this year…