SFACS Autism Walk draws hundreds of festive supporters

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, May 14, 2026

    Over 2,600 people came out to support the South Florida Autism Charter School at its 14th Annual Walk and Safety Fair on April 18.       The school, at 3751 W. 108th St. in Hialeah, offers education and therapeutic services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder.        Money raised from the annual walk funds its programs and initiatives.       Two...

Ydalis Navarro earns master’s degree

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, May 14, 2026

      Residents who attend town functions will know Ydalis Navarro, Miami Lakes’ Marketing & Digital Services Specialist. She works at many of the special events and municipal meetings in Miami Lakes.       Navarro, 23, grew up in the area and currently lives in Pembroke Pines. She graduated April 25 from Florida International University after earning a Master of Science degree in...

It’s time to sign up for summer camp!

Sports By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, May 14, 2026

 It’s time to run, jump and play for summer!       Miami Lakes kids have a lot of options for camp – to play soccer, golf or tennis; learn to cook, use math and science while fighting pirates and spies; make art and do crafts; perform in a musical or produce or write a play.  ALM Sports Camp June 8 – Aug. 14, Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Ages 4 -15. All...

Awards of Excellence recognize students, teachers

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, May 13, 2026

    The Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board honored 22 students and an outstanding educator during its annual Awards of Excellence ceremony, held April 30 at the Roberto Alonso Community Center.       The Graham Companies also presented three Miami Lakes Future Leaders Scholarships to high school seniors.      “Today we’re here to give back, to give back to the educators in our...

DeSantis reappoints Rizo to Southern Regional Education Board

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, April 29, 2026

    Gov. Ron DeSantis reappointed Fla. Rep. Alex Rizo to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education.      “I’m honestly thrilled that Governor DeSantis has that confidence in me to represent our state at that level…,” Rizo said. “I look forward to continuing to help shape good educational policy for all Floridians.”      The board serves 16 states and...
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