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State Rep. Omar Blanco traded office work for kennel duty during a recent visit to PAWS4you Rescue, joining staff and volunteers to help care for animals and learn about the organization’s needs. As part of his “On the Job with OB” initiative, Blanco bathed puppies,…
SDNL Foodie Score: 9.2/10 Sometimes the best food finds are the ones you are not even expecting to take home. I first came across Craave House while attending Sunset Eats in Palmetto Bay, where the local sourdough baker was among the food vendors serving the…
SDNL Foodie Score: 8.9/10 There are some meals you try once, enjoy and move on from. Then there are the ones that quietly become part of your weekly routine. Florida City Restaurant has officially become the latter for me. A few weeks ago, I stopped…
SDNL Foodie Score: 8.7/10 Some food vendors get your attention with the smell. Others get you with the personality. Fogatta BBQ managed to do both. While making my way through Sunset Eats in Palmetto Bay, I stopped by Fogatta BBQ and immediately found myself drawn…
Homestead Comic Con brought a colorful mix of comics, anime, collectibles and pop culture to South Dade over the weekend, drawing fans of all ages for a gathering centered on creativity, entertainment and community. The event gave attendees an opportunity to meet artists, original creators,…
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, communities across South Dade are preparing to pause, remember the lives lost and recognize the first responders, service members and ordinary Americans whose actions came to define one of the darkest days in the nation’s…
With baseball nearing postseason, a look back in Homestead history provides some interesting tidbits. Bob Jensen, often referred to as the “unofficial historian of Homestead,” captured the community’s early enthusiasm for the game and the short-lived dream of Major League players becoming a common sight…
It was the Mali and Mensah show at Stanford Stadium last Friday night as the dynamic duo led the Hurricanes to a decisive 45-6 win over the Cardinal. On the Canes’ first offensive play, quarterback and Duke transfer Darian Mensah hit sophomore wide receiver Malachi…
The Homestead City Council approved a 6.0567 millage rate for the proposed 2026-27 fiscal year budget during its Sept. 8 meeting. The approved rate is higher than the current 5.9604 mills but remains below the maximum 6.3945-mill rate that appeared on Truth in Millage notices…
Requesting your records from the VA used to be a nightmare requiring you to wade through text and instructions that were difficult to understand. FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests required you to understand the layout of government agencies and know in advance who specifically…
South Dade Senior High School’s girls volleyball team continued its strong start to the 2026 season Tuesday, defeating Killian in straight sets at home. The Buccaneers controlled the match from beginning to end, taking the three sets 25-12, 25-16 and 25-10 to earn a 3-0…
Office sought: Democratic Candidate for Florida’s 27th Congressional District Election date: Nov. 3, 2026 Campaign website: eliottrodriguez.com Why are you running to represent Florida’s 27th Congressional District? I’m running because after more than four decades as a journalist covering South Florida, I believe this moment…
This week, I had the opportunity to meet newly appointed Miami-Dade County Public Schools Superintendent Rafael Villalobos. He spoke about the challenges AND opportunities facing our schools today. In listening to his message, one thought stayed with me: What happens in our classrooms does not…
Office sought: Democratic Candidate for Florida House District 118 Election date: Nov. 3, 2026 Campaign website: VotePeopleFirst.com Why are you running to represent Florida House District 118? District 118 is my home, and I believe working families need a stronger voice in Tallahassee. I’ve lived…
Crystal Schnebly has worn a lot of uniforms. Combat medic, law enforcement officer, mounted patrol, K9, and public information. But the role that still shapes her most is the one she plays in the arena and the barn. Schnebly rides every year at the Homestead…
Office sought: Mayor of Cutler Bay Election date: Nov. 3, 2026 Campaign Email: Ricardo4Mayor.com Why are you running for Mayor of Cutler Bay? Cutler Bay should plan for its future instead of reacting to problems. We should be proud of what has been accomplished, but…
South Dade’s rapid growth has brought new residents, development and opportunity to the southern end of Miami-Dade County. But a new report released by The Miami Foundation suggests that the region’s nonprofit and community infrastructure has not necessarily kept pace. Community leaders, nonprofit organizations and…
Powerful winds blasted through Homestead and Florida City, causing widespread damage. Descriptions of the Sept. 18, 1926, storm were provided by Bob Jensen in “Homestead, Florida: From Railroad Boom to Sonic Boom,” by Seth Brasom and Bob Jensen. The book, commissioned by the City of…
When the Miami Hurricanes open their 2026 season at 9 p.m. tonight on ESPN against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto, Calif., it will have been 228 days since their loss to Indiana in the national championship game. As Canes Corner has…
Homestead is closer to seeing major improvements at Harris Field, including renovations to its football stadium and soccer fields. The Homestead City Council recently approved a resolution allowing the city manager to begin negotiations with VSGS Facilities over an unsolicited public-private partnership proposal for Harris…
South Dade is fortunate to have a strong network of nonprofit organizations, foundations, churches, associations and community groups working every day to support our residents. With recent updates to Florida’s nonprofit corporation laws now in effect, this may be a good time for nonprofit leaders…
Following the NASCAR Cup Series race at Daytona International Speedway, the 16-driver field for the 10-race Chase is set. The NASCAR Cup Series champion will be crowned Nov. 8 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The South Dade News Leader participated in a Zoom media availability Monday, Aug.…
Why are you running to represent this district? I am running because too many people in South Florida are working hard and still struggling to afford housing, insurance, health care, child care and everyday necessities. After a career as a physician, military officer, educator and…
Miami Southridge earned its first victory of the season Aug. 28, defeating the Homestead Broncos 24-6 at Harris Field. The Spartans entered the South Dade matchup looking to recover from a difficult season opener against Columbus. Southridge responded with a balanced offensive performance and a…