Public library to close in March for renovations

Featured By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 19, 2026

   The Miami-Dade County Public Library System announced in 2023 that its Miami Lakes branch would undergo extensive renovations.  Work is set to begin in March, when the branch, at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and Northwest 67th...

Dade Christian School to host College Fair

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Friday, February 20, 2026

  Dade Christian School is hosting its first College Fair on Friday, Feb. 27. It will be open to Dade Christian students from 2 p.m.  - 4 p.m., and to the general public from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.  Students will have opportunities to meet with representatives from colleges, trade schools, military branches and scholarship organizations, Guidance Counselor Tania Aristide said. Also available to students are tips for writing...

South Florida Regional Planning Council elects Sen. René García as chair

Government By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 19, 2026

 The South Florida Regional Planning Council elected Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sen. René García as chair during its meeting on Jan. 26.      “As chair, I appreciate the leadership and steady guidance provided by immediate past Chair Michelle Lincoln,” García said in a news release. “I look forward to building on that foundation as we work to ensure South Florida remains a thriving, sustainable...

Miami Lakes Town Manager Edward Pidermann earns ICMA Credentialed Manager title

Government By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 19, 2026

 Miami Lakes Town Manager Edward Pidermann has earned a ICMA Credentialed Manager designation from the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), effective Feb. 2.      Pidermann is one of approximately 1,300 local government management professionals worldwide credentialed through the program that sets standards for integrity, leadership and professional development in local government management, the town...

Miami Lakes Middle School students are Spelling Bee champions

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, February 19, 2026

    Can you spell whittle? How about scrounge?      Do you know what a camcorder is and how to spell it out, in front of a room full of parents and elected officials?        Sixth graders from three local schools had to demonstrate nerves of steel and prove their mastery of those words and more during the 2nd Annual Education Advisory Board Spelling Bee.       Students...

Miami Lakes couple retires from restaurant business

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 19, 2026

    A sign on the front door of Chivas Cocina Colombiana conveys the sad news to its customers.      “After 23 years of service, our restaurant will be closing as we enter retirement,” the message from owners Grete and Mariano Santos says on the storefront in the Palm Plaza shopping center on Northwest 67th Avenue.             “It’s been an honor to share our...
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