JetStream Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Miami Lakes, announced the grand opening of its new Doral branch on Wednesday, January 25.JetStream president and CEO Jeanne Kucey explained the grand opening will also recognize JetStream’s distinguished designation as a Juntos Avanzamos Credit Union in recognition of the Credit Union’s commitment to serving and empowering the Hispanic Community.The event, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 1200...

The newly opened MGM Academy, located at 14505 Commerce Way, Suite 450 in Miami Lakes, is a center designed for students with behavioral issues to help promote each child’s strength while providing professional guidance to overcome social, academic, family barriers, and maladaptive behaviors. The center also provides support groups for parents, grandparents and other relatives. The academy is holding an Open House Celebration on...

The holiday season is here which means seasonal treats are in store at Main Street’s only cupcakery, L.A. Sweetz. Residents and visitors can plan on cupcakes in flavors such as pumpkin pie, peppermint, eggnog, chocolate mint, apple pie and champagne. The rollout of seasonal flavors is one of many things L.A. Sweetz owner Letty Alvarez is looking forward to as the year comes to a close. Alvarez, a previous contender on the Food...

Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee, which has hosted a series of workshops this year aimed at educating the local business community on resources that are available to them, is now encouraging local business owners to provide feedback in a short 10 question survey.Participants can supply the Committee with ideas for new forums, workshops, networking e vents, marketing tools and services that better fit their business needs.The survey...

Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Miami Lakes’ Economic Development Committee, will host the Annual Networking Business Expo on Thursday, December 1, in the Grand Ballroom of Shula’s Hotel on Main Street.The event is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:45 p.m. with Town officials and business leaders reaffirming their commitment to the economic growth of Miami...