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Track President Guillermo Santa Cruz told fans of all three NASCAR National Series, “Welcome to Racing in Paradise!” and for the entire weekend, Homestead-Miami Speedway delivered just that. Great weather and racing were enhanced by great entertainment, food, events, and activities, making for a superior…
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The City of Homestead may approve a significant vehicle purchase during the upcoming City Council meeting. At the March 11th Committee of the Whole meeting, the Council gave tentative approval to finance the purchase of thirteen uniform patrol police vehicles – Interceptors – for $956,904,…
The City of Homestead has mutually agreed to part ways with the Related Group and will seek another developer for City Place, which will be built on the land now occupied by the old city hall. According to Losner, Flanigan’s restaurant is still expected to…
Many pleasant events and activities take place between now and the middle of April. Filing income tax is not one of those, and despite several online options now, for many individuals, personal assistance is needed. Sometimes, family or close friends can provide a no-cost solution,…
Homestead Police Chief Mario Knapp was sworn in during a ceremony on Friday, January 3rd, that brought together city and county leaders, law enforcement, and longtime community leaders. Mayor Steven Losner welcomed the new chief and said he would take the city to the next…
Good times may be on the way for Homestead. Recently, Miami Dade County and the State of Florida designated the area around the Homestead Air Reserve Base as a spaceport and area for aerospace technology. While there are no plans to have rocket launches in…
Mario Knapp is Homestead Police Department’s new chief. During the December 18th meeting, City Manager Nzeribe Ihekwaba announced that he had selected Mario Knapp as the new chief. He is now going through the transition process, and will be officially sworn in on January 3rd.…
During its recent meeting, the Homestead City Council approved a number of items which will lead to significant developments in the city. The council granted final plat approval as requested by Eastgroup Properties for the development of a 398,230 square-foot industrial park, including four warehouse…
Homestead Senior High School students who have moved around the nation will get some additional support as they adjust to a new high school environment. Vincent Bugeja, a retired Air Force colonel who now is the department head of the Homestead High Air Force Junior…
The Homestead City Council made several decisions during their December 10th special call meeting. The council agreed to purchase furniture, fixtures, and equipment for the code compliance department, parks and recreation, and open spaces department. It also approved an ordinance to amend budgets for several…
In last week’s article featured in the SDNL, COL List, 482nd Mission Support Group Commander, told us about his background and about some of the units that make up the group. In part two, we will finish up by talking about assigned units, discussing training…
The City of Homestead is excited to announce that the Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) mobile office will now visit the William F. Dickinson Community Center, located at 1601 North Krome Avenue, on Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This event…
The City of Homestead will be receiving software services from Tyler Technologies. During the November 20th meeting, the City Council authorized the city manager to negotiate a contract with the company for services. The city has budgeted $400,000 for the work. According to a presentation…
The City of Homestead will host a city council workshop to review and discuss plans that incorporate the input that community members provided during the Visioning Charette from April 1st to April 4th, 2024. This workshop will be held on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, at…
Traffic on Krome and 4th slowed Friday, November 1st, 2024, as well over 100 people made their way into the white-columned building known as “The Sanctuary.” Originally the First Baptist Church of Homestead, there have been other owners and tenants over the years. In gathering…
Leon Medical Centers recently marked the official opening of its state-of-the-art supercenter in Homestead with a day of celebration and fanfare. The vibrant multicultural event drew hundreds of local residents, members of the Leon Health community, and civic leaders from across South Florida. Festivities included…
NASCAR Playoffs came to the Homestead-Miami Speedway on October 25-27th. Both in person at what Track President Guillermo Santa Cruz described as “NASCAR’s Most Beautiful Track” and in the large TV audiences, fans were treated to exciting and hard-fought races in all three of NASCAR’s…
Pilots and Airmen from the 482nd fighter Wing’s Makos help get Sunday’s Pre-Race Ceremony off to a literal bang. First, with a loud afterburner two-ship pass to begin driver introductions, followed by a formation pass during the National Anthem, the crowd got to see F-16…
Homestead drivers will soon have to be more careful around school zones. During the October 16th City Council meeting, the Homestead Council agreed to an ordinance that would authorize the placement, installation and operation of speed detection systems on roadways in front of school zones.…
The City of Homestead is proud to announce that its Police Department has been awarded a $249,962 grant from the Department of Justice (DOJ) as part of the Community Policing Development (CPD) program. This significant funding will support the department’s efforts to achieve law enforcement…
Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee has announced the District 9 Halloween Community Tour, which will be beginning October 17th and lasting through October 31st, taking place at various locations in the district. The tour will bring families together for a Halloween celebration with activities that include…
The Homestead City Council is discussing ordinances and resolutions that will be important to residents of the city. The council is discussing an ordinance to create speed detection systems in school zones and to authorize the placement, installation and operation of speed detection systems on…
Long-time residents of Homestead are familiar with the historic Hotel Redland first opened in 1904 with plenty of intriguing stories to be told. As often happens with historic buildings, it was once under threat of demolition due to the state of decay. Rescued by then…