JetStream Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Miami Lakes, welcomed Sloen Julus from Miami Dade College as an interim employee for the 2018 summer season. Julus is a MDC graduate who plans to attend Florida Atlantic University in the fall. “Everything that I learn at JetStream Federal throughout my internship will assist me in reaching my goals. I am very appreciative,” Julus said. Julus plans to pursue a career in...

  The next town manager for Miami Lakes must have at least five years experience in government or the private sector, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or a law degree, and be effective in carrying out the town’s strategic plan and operating a budget between $15 and $30 million. The candidate preferably is bilingual and may be asked to move to Miami Lakes to share the everyday experience of residents.  The...

  Ice Cream Social is back and it’s sweeter than ever! Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force announced the 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social to celebrate National Ice Cream Month to be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Thanks to the efforts of Miami Lakes resident and previous Mayor for a Day, Ellica Quintero, this has now become a Miami Lakes summer tradition....

  The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host two Public Information Meetings in July at Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street. Palmetto Expressway Construction Public Information Meeting will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 18. For more information, contact Jeannette Lazo via email at jeannette@iscprgroup.com, or at 305-573-0089. Palmetto Expressway Express Lanes Public Information Meeting will be held from...

  The Miami Lakes Town Council honored Miami-Dade police officer Rose Viera for her hard work and dedication to the community for 21 years. Viera, an original member of the detached unit to patrol Miami Lakes since incorporation in 2001, was awarded a proclamation by Mayor Manny Cid and council members during a regular meeting, where she announced her retirement from law enforcement. Miami Lakes proclaimed June 5, 2018 as Officer Rose...