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Because strong, proven, professional leadership is what is needed at this pivital time in the Village of Palmetto Bay, the Palmetto Bay Newsendorses John DuBois in his run for re-election as Vice Mayor. While we may not agree with Mr. DuBois on all the issues, we believe he has been a stabilizing force on the Village Council and should remain in his seat to continue his work. John is well versed and experienced in government finance, he is not afraid to make unpopular decisions to protect quality of life in the village, and he demonstrates great integrity – and loyalty – to friends, supporters, and the residents of Palmetto Bay. As the incumbent candidate, John was first elected to this seat in November 2012. He is a businessman, civic leader, and philanthropist Read More »
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 Mosquito season can last year-round in Florida. Not only are these itchy insects a nuisance, they are a real health hazard. As the threat of the Zika virus rises, people in affected areas need to arm themselves, health officials say. Insect repellent can help protect your entire family from mosquito-borne illnesses like Zika Read More »
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 Doral Community Newspapers is pleased to announce its endorsement of Juan Carlos “JC” Bermudez in his election bid for the seat of mayor of the city. As the founding mayor of Doral during the municipality’s first nine-and-a-half years, Bermudez proved himself to be masterful in his leadership and management of the city, an organization of nearly 400 employees and an annual budget of $72 million. He has demonstrated a governing philosophy based on transparency, efficiency, responsible growth Read More »
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 As South Floridians begin to awaken to the reality of King Tides, salty street flooding, and the emerging impact of sea-level rise on their communities, more than 350 residents gathered for a special premiere of National Geographic’s documentary Gathering Storm. The Miami-based episode of Season Two of NatGeo’s award-winning series, Years of Living Dangerously, was screened before a full house at Little Havana’s Tower Theater on Oct Read More »
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Miami Palmetto Senior High School (MPSH) was recently named a National PTA School of Excellence for the 2016-2018 school years, a prestigious designation that supports and celebrates partnerships between PTAs and schools that work to improve the educational experience and school environment for every child. “This award is really rare at the high school level,” said MPSH PTSA immediate past president Anna Hochkammer, who led the school’s certification process. “Palmetto Senior Read More »
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 The average Miami commuter spends an extra 52 hours per year on the road, according to the 2015 Urban Mobility Scorecard from the Texas A&M Transit Institute. The scorecard ranks Miami No. 12 among major U.S. cities in yearly delay per auto commuter. The good news is: MDX is working to improve these numbers with two construction improvement projects taking place on the Dolphin Expressway (SR 836) and one on the Don Shula Expressway (SR 874). The projects are funded by toll revenue collected on the five expressways of the MDX system. Read More »
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 Integrated Health Center of Miami, in collaboration with the City of Doral, will host World Diabetes Day in Doral on Monday, November 14th at Downtown Doral Park. The event, designed to create awareness of this devastating disease and part of Diabetes Awareness Month, will kick off with a proclamation presented by Mayor Luigi Boria at 4:00pm, followed by distribution of vouchers for free eye screenings and complimentary A1C Read More »
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Homeowners and contractors know O-Gee Paint is serious about paint. They know they’ll get the right products and advice for all their painting projects from start to finish. O-Gee’s commitment to the customer keeps them looking to find the best products. And that is why, when O-Gee was looking to add sanding tools, they chose Festool. Preparation before painting is essential to having a successful project. A big part of Read More »
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 Running for Office takes a particular type of courage. I have it. I have proudly volunteered and served this community as a PTA President and Committee member. I decided to run for this position because it will be a continuation of my service to Palmetto Bay. My character is being attacked by the Vice Mayor because he fears losing the position he uses for his own self interest. The Vice-Mayor’s campaign has one focus – the ‘485’, which I neither supported Read More » |
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Excitement and thrills on four wheels! Normally this would refer to the action on the track at the Homestead-Miami Speedway, but this year it’s all about the special route of Homestead’s National Parks Trolley running from the Speedway’s RV Lot to Everglades and Biscayne National Parks. Thanks to a partnership between the City of Homestead, Homestead-Miami Speedway Read More »
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Dade College hosted a “Fashion Meets Business Symposium” on Oct. 21 at the Wolfson Campus in Downtown Miami. The event brought together prominent experts in Read More »
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| Miami Dade College’s Medical Campus hosted its Physician Assistant White Coat Ceremony. The ceremony is a rite of passage, where a student receives a white coat, marking Read More » |
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In addition to art exhibits, Art Basel has become a hot bed for music with some amazing talent coming into town for the weeklong event that we also call Music Basel. Leading Read More »
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| One of South Florida’s most experienced residential development firms continues to tap into growing demand for rental living in Downtown Miami. Miami-based Melo Group Read More » |
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With Ford Championship Weekend set to commence at Homestead-Miami Speedway this weekend, November 18-20, all eyes are on South Florida, as the track and the Read More »
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Quest Workspaces is donating rent-free, Class A office space to local non-profits and charities at its new location in Plantation. Located in the Sabadell Financial Center at 150 Read More »
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| Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade — an affiliate of the leading national nonprofit in affordable housing — received $5,000 from The UPS Foundation. With the help of over 20 Read More » |
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| When the City of Coral Gables bought two enormous flower sculptures by noted New York artist Alice Aycock to fill traffic circles on Segovia Street at Biltmore Way and Coral Read More » |
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| The Village of Palmetto Bay hosted a Gold Star Family Memorial ceremony at the future site of a Veterans Park on Saturday, Oct. 15, for a groundbreaking event for a special Read More » |
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Nu Deco Ensemble, a Miami-based 21st-Century chamber orchestra that presents live, genre-bending orchestral music, is performing at the historic Deering Estate on Sunday Read More »
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| Every holiday season for 68 years the Junior Orange Bowl Parade has celebrated youth, community, and culture with floats, marching bands, equestrian group Read More » |
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| Miami-Dade Schools Police Officer Ismael Castilla (right) poses next to Ian A. Moffett, Chief of Miami-Dade Schools Police and District Security, after being named Citizen Read More » |
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On Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 at 3 p.m., Whole Foods Market Miami will partner with artist and conservationist Kevin McHugh to convey the impact of Whole Foods Market’s Read More »
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| The map clearly said Deering Estate on Biscayne Bay in Miami, but the ambiance of drums beating, wild animals roaring, wine glasses clinking, cheers of “Akubekhule!” Read More » |
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| Considering a rebranding? How do you put a price tag on the value of your business? The very best strategic brands have one thing in common is a systems-based approach Read More » |
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