In her more than a decade owning a hair salon, Leslie Gaensel has seen an evolution in the business that includes stylists working alone in suites, and medical spas offering facial and beauty services.     But what she offers customers and staff is something that keeps them coming back.      “For clients, I think it’s the experience, the way we treat our clients and how our...

     First Tee Miami students enjoyed a visit from PGA Tour golfer and former U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley.      Bradley mingled with the young golf students on April 29 at the recently renovated Miami Lakes Golf Club.       A highlight of his visit was a putting contest with First Tee golfer Petra Compton, 14.     They played a quick match — and...

     Ocean Bank announced it provided $28 million to The Graham Companies to refinance debt on seven office buildings in Miami Lakes.      “Ocean Bank has been an exceptional partner throughout this process,” Andre Teixeira, executive vice president and chief financial officer of The Graham Companies said in a May 4 press release. “Their leadership and lending team were responsive,...

May 13 Miami Lakes Garden Club The monthly Bunco luncheon is on the second Wednesday of each month. Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 NW 82nd Ave. 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. Cost $6.00 to play includes buffet lunch, beverages and prizes. All are welcome.  May 14 Senior Bingo Luncheon Elderly Affairs Committee presents bingo, a meal and prizes. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Ages 60+. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m....

Your Better Mortgage celebrated opening its new office in Business Park West with a ribbon cutting party on April 24. The company specializes in home mortgages, refinancing and home buying among other services. Owner Nancy Aguirre is married to Councilman Juan Carlos Fernandez, who also works with the business as a mortgage broker. “We have one of the best mortgage companies in South Florida here in Miami Lakes … thank you,...