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More than 430 children received school supplies during the Homestead Cares Foundation’s third annual back-to-school drive Saturday, Aug. 1, continuing an initiative that has grown significantly since it began three years ago. Approximately 24 volunteers helped organize and distribute the supplies. The volunteer group included…
More than 500 residents gathered at Cutler Ridge Park Tuesday evening for Backpacks & Blue: A National Night Out Celebration, where event organizers distributed approximately 230 backpacks to local students while offering families an evening of food, entertainment, children’s activities, and opportunities to connect with…
There was a time when scuba diving — with its cumbersome equipment and demanding techniques — was largely the realm of men and considered an extreme sport. Few women took the plunge, and most never considered doing so. Times do change. By the 1990s, equipment…
Community members will have a chance to try their luck for a good cause when the Military Affairs Council hosts its 14th Annual Vegas Night on Saturday, Aug. 8. This year, the MAC is teaming up with the Kiwanis Club of Homestead-South Dade for the…
Many people easily recall a teacher, coach, or mentor who influenced them during their school years. Outside of family members, these are the individuals who often have a lasting impact. There is no way to accurately measure how many can, and have, said this of…
As Mayor Tim Meerbott concludes his final term, he leaves behind more than a list of completed projects. He leaves behind nearly two decades of perspective on how a young town grew while striving to preserve the character that first brought its residents together. When…
Members of John G. Salley American Legion Post 43 have had a busy month as they make final preparations for what will be one of the biggest celebrations they’ve ever held. The “250th Birthday Party for the U.S.A.” will start at 12:00 p.m., with 2:00…
One may regularly encounter contemporary arguments intended to undermine or deny the complementary nature of the mother-and-father parental combination. There have been analyses, ruminations, and opinions which attempt to reduce the role of fatherhood in terms of mere genetic contribution in the procreative process. Others…
For more than 40 years, the Homestead Soup Kitchen has served as a steady source of help for residents in Homestead, Florida City and the surrounding South Dade area. Under new leadership, that mission remains the same: feed those who are hungry, no questions asked.…
This weekend, the annual Mango Festival at the Fruit & Spice Park once again proved why it is one of South Florida’s most anticipated summer events. Mango enthusiasts, tropical fruit collectors, growers, and families gathered under the shade of towering tropical trees to celebrate one…
For six weeks each summer, a group of young women from Miami-Dade County high schools trade textbooks for lab coats, pipettes and microscopes. This summer marks the 10th annual Microbiology Girls Club Summer Camp at Miami Dade College’s Homestead Campus, a six-week program that introduces…
Sixty years ago, South Dade Senior High School runner Cipriano Garza Jr. covered 100 yards in 9.8 seconds and became a Florida high school state champion. The race lasted only seconds, but the life behind it stretched across fields, classrooms, labor camps and communities that…
Military leaders, veterans, elected officials, business owners, educators, first responders and community stakeholders gathered in Homestead for the South Dade Chamber of Commerce Military Appreciation event, an afternoon dedicated to honoring service members whose impact continues long after their time in uniform ends. The event…
Homestead Senior High School has some top-notch graduating seniors who are expected to go on to success in college and their careers. Many of the leading graduates are planning careers in healthcare. Tatiana Hernandez was president of the Homestead High Student Government Association and is…
The Emmy Award-winning South Florida Youth Symphony (SFYS.org), one of the nation’s premier youth music organizations, earned the Gold Medal at the prestigious Young Bohemia 2026 music festival in Prague. The SFYS is a regular “fixture” in the Homestead-South Dade area, performing in the City…
Schools are designed for students to progress steadily from kindergarten through 12th grade. College, training in the trades and other choices come after and may take place immediately after graduation or be delayed for a while. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has many programs for high…
What struck me most about this weekend’s South Florida Soul Rodeo wasn’t just the energy, the music or even the competition itself. It was the unmistakable feeling that spaces like this matter now more than ever. At a time when Black history, Black political representation…
New residents and individuals who may be ready to take up an old hobby in arts or culture, or start one of those “someday, I will…” activities, may not be aware of local arts and cultural opportunities. If so, the annual Homestead Center for the…
High school seniors all over the country are excited about their upcoming proms and yes, some might be nervous, too. A new trend in many places is for the other “seniors,” whose proms might have been 50 or 60 years ago, to enjoy a night…
This time of year is always filled with activities for high school seniors as they stand on the cusp of the next phase of their lives. On Tuesday, April 21, the Homestead Woman’s Club hosted a festive evening as ten students and their families gathered…
The South Dade High School robotics team is preparing to travel to Houston for an international FIRST Robotics competition. Known as the FIRST Championship, it will take place from April 29 to May 3 and include at least 460 teams from around the world. The…
Students have different options for how to spend their summers, and for many, an internship offers benefits that go beyond the classroom. While a stipend can help, the experience provides skills and exposure that are difficult to replicate in a traditional academic setting. In a…
The South Dade Senior High School journalism program traveled to Orlando to attend the annual Florida Scholastic Press Association (FSPA) state convention. Students attended workshops, participated in competitions, and made connections with other schools from across the state from April 9 through April 11. At…
Lush greenery, tropical fruits, vibrant flowers, and sunny skies create the image of an easy, beautiful lifestyle. From the outside, it can seem like everything simply grows on its own. But behind that beauty is a reality most people never see. Farming in South Florida…