The Graham Companies began the year by recognizing two executives in its Hospitality Division: David Healy and Danny Martinez.      David Healy was named president of Graham Hospitality, where he oversees 131 employees.       Healy joined The Graham Companies in 2003 as controller for Graham Hospitality.       Over two decades, his leadership, operational...

     The Miami Lakes Athletic Club made its annual donation to The Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative. Andrea Ivory, founder of the non-profit that is based in Miami Lakes, accepted the $500 check on Jan. 28 at the fitness center.  Club members donated to the cause in October and received information about breast cancer prevention and awareness bracelets. The partnership has existed for over 15 years, Miami...

    The Miami Lakes Food & Wine Festival was a draw once more this year, for ticket holders and those who wished they were.       Guests lined up 40 minutes early in the cool night air to get into the festival that featured 27 restaurants and food vendors and 26 vintners and beverage companies.       As the night progressed, residents in the nearby Windmill Gate community lined up...

    Lakeside, an apartment complex being proposed for the east shore of Graham Dairy Lake, is The Graham Companies’ latest project.       Fourteen buildings with 541 units will rise in Business Park West, with an entrance at Commerce Way between Northwest 146th and Northwest 148th Streets.      In addition to water views, amenities will include a clubhouse and resort-style pool, a...

      Miami Lakes AutoMall has given gifts to local organizations, and Partner Fred Senra is shown with two of recipients.      “We’re giving back to the community, to grass roots organizations,” Senra said. “I keep it to local groups as much as I can, and 70% of the gifts are in Miami Lakes.”      In the first photo, Senra is presenting a $500 check from the...