Presidents and CEOs of small corporations attended  Commissioner Barbara Jordan’s Small Business Certification Workshop recently in hopes of qualifying to receive County contracts. The informative event, held at Florida Memorial University, was developed to attract companies that would not otherwise qualify to bid on contracts for vital county projects. “Miami-Dade County is in the process of responding to a Consent...

'B fore Pink' golf tournament set at Shula's September 19

Community Wednesday, September 17, 2014

    The Women's Breast Health Initiative, Florida Affiliate (WBHI) is hosting the third annual “B fore Pink” Golf Tournament on Friday, September 19 to raise funds to fight breast cancer. The tournament will be held at Shula's Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. Although Breast Cancer Awareness Month is not until October, the Miami-based organization is based on reaching women before they “turn pink” the...

New Life opens Wellness Center in Miami Lakes

Community Wednesday, September 17, 2014

 

New Life Healthcare and Wellness Center, located at 14750 N.W. 77 Court, Suite 106 in Miami Lakes, held a grand opening celebration on Thursday, September 18.  Community members had the opportunity to learn more about the latest technology, the staff, and the center's board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Patrick Abuzini.

Jennifer Cisne opens Bk'lyn Boutique at Lake Patricia Shopping Center

Business By Roselind Romero, The Miami Laker staff Wednesday, September 17, 2014

  Bk’lyn Boutique, located at 13973 N.W. 67 Avenue in the Lake Patricia Shopping Center, officially opened on Saturday, August 30, with a grand opening celebration for the public which included a “story hour” for children from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and snacks and refreshments. Jennifer Cisne, new business owner but retail and graphic design veteran, is the force behind Bk’lyn Boutique. Cisne attended high school at...

Two Goleman High seniors earn JPMorgan Chase grants

Education By Roselind Romero, The Miami Laker staff Wednesday, September 17, 2014

  Barbara Goleman seniors Kevhani Hicks and Meiby Rivero spent their summers working as interns, but their five weeks soon proved to be worth more than just the valuable experience when they received surprise grants from JPMorgan Chase. The financial organization funded a $100,000 grant for the internship program managed by Miami-Dade County Public Schools open to students participating in the National Academy Foundation (NAF). NAF...
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