Miami Lakes town officials recently celebrated the grand opening of VitalOne Health Plans Direct, LLC, with a ribbon-cutting on June 13 at the new offices located at 16250 N.W. 59 Avenue, Suite 208. Established in 2009, VitalOne Health Plans is a national health insurance agency that markets major medical health insurance, life insurance and some critical illness plans. The firm also offers “USA Dental Club,” a...

  U.S. Century Bank announced the appointment of Gary Laurash as executive vice president and chief financial officer for the local community bank. The announcement was made by Carlos J. Davila, U.S. Century Bank president and CEO. Laurash will manage the bank’s accounting and finance functions. He has more than 25-years of experience in financial and treasury management and most recently held the position of chief financial...

  JetStream Federal Credit Union sponsored an employee donation drive and collected clothing and pajamas to benefit His House Children’s Home and the Susan B. Anthony Recovery Center. JetStream donated new pajamas for the children and teenagers arriving at His House this year. Each incoming child will receive a duffle bag containing essential grooming products, clothing, and pajamas. His House Children’s Home is a private,...

  The Giardino Gourmet Salads franchise now has a Miami Lakes location under its belt, the 10th location just in time for the franchise's 10th anniversary. This addition marks the company's first multi-unit operators.  A tentative date between late June and early July is scheduled for a grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony with town officials.  Giardino Miami Lakes is readying its new store at 8008 N.W. 154...

  During its June 10 regular meeting, the Miami Lakes Town Council proclaimed June 10, 2014 as “Main Street Players Day.” “The Town Council is proud to recognize a cultural staple in our town, the Community Theater of Miami Lakes, also known as Main Street Players,” said Mayor Wayne Slaton. “Over the years the Main Street Players have captivated audiences of all ages with stellar theatrical production right...