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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…
GROVE YOUTH BUSINESS Halloween Costume Swap & Fundraiser Presented by: In Partnership with: Coconut Grove BID Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Coconut Grove Kiwanis Club Local Schools, Nonprofits, and Civic Groups Proposed Date: October 11, 2025 Location: TBD 🎃 Purpose The History of National Costume Swap Day This holiday was created in 2010 by Green Halloween—a movement…
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…
The Homestead Council is discussing and is expected to approve a resolution calling for a referendum on issuing general obligation (GO) bonds by the city. The bonds would total up to $44,400,000 for park projects and up to $39,600,000 for roadway improvements. City staff has…
After a multi-year wait, the wish for many hungry local fans has finally come true: Florida City now has its own Chick-fil-A. On July 31, the restaurant at 326 SE First Avenue opened its doors to eager and enthusiastic customers. To celebrate the grand opening,…
Saying the case has “significant implications for home construction and the economy,” home builders and the septic-system industry this week backed the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in its appeal of a federal judge’s decision that required additional steps to protect manatees in the northern…
When House lawmakers return from their August recess in September, they will have to decide whether to continue down a partisan path in government funding negotiations or unite to pass all 12 appropriations bills on time, beginning with the Senate’s recently approved minibus package. Just…
The College of the Florida Keys’ Institute for Public Safety (IPS) held a graduation ceremony for Basic Law Enforcement Academy #91 on July 25 at the Coral Shores High School Auditorium. Twenty-one cadets completed the 770-hour training program. Once they pass the state certification exam,…
Gasoline prices fell in Florida last week, with motorists Monday paying an average of $2.94 a gallon for regular unleaded, down from $3.09 a week earlier, according to AAA. For several months, Florida’s average price had been fluctuating about 15 cents a week in either…
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) has operated a power plant in Fort Lauderdale since 1927. Originally known as the “superpower plant” and now called the Dania Beach Clean Energy Center, FPL’s first power plant has remained a symbol of innovation and reliability for nearly…
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The Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners has taken the first of two votes to approve Mayor Daniella Levine Cava’s proposed flat millage rate, which maintains the lowest combined tax rate since 1982 — despite unprecedented fiscal challenges. “I’m grateful to the Board of County…
Centenarian Timeline1887 – Coral Castle creator Edward Leedskalnin born.1904 – The Hotel Redland opened.1909 – First Baptist and First United Methodist churches were formed.1912 – SDNL started and is the oldest continuous business in Homestead.1917 – Historic Homestead Town Hall opened.1921 – Seminole Theatre opened.1925…
There are people who cannot help but view relationships as primarily transactional. That is, such a thesis assumes that relationships are based on an expectation of exchange and a presumption of reciprocity. Part of the premise of this kind of perception is that actions of…
A group of Homestead Senior High School students are learning valuable workplace skills—and earning money for their efforts. They are receiving $1,050 over the summer through the Summer Youth Internship Program offered by Miami-Dade County Public Schools. At Homestead High, one group of students has…
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has unveiled her proposed Fiscal Year budget, calling it a fair and balanced plan that protects critical services, while maintaining a flat millage rate, despite unprecedented fiscal challenges. “Over the last five years, we’ve worked hard to build an…
Education, on its own, is a difficult enterprise to indulge in. It can feel like pure torture and punishment to the uninitiated, but it can also be a source of deep joy for those who have disciplined themselves and are taught by good teachers. To…