Russell Thomas, treasurer and controller of The Graham Companies, is retiring on July 31 after 23 years with the company.      “At 65, and my wife is retired, it was time for the next phase,” said Thomas.      In January 2001, when Miami Lakes was a newly incorporated municipality, Thomas began his career with the privately held, family firm that built the town.    ...

     Damage to property from limestone mining was addressed by Fla. Rep. Tom Fabricio when he spoke to the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce.      Advocates including the Miami Lakes Blasting Advisory Board seek to co-exist with mining companies and to reduce the power of blasts and resulting vibrations which they say cause cracks in home foundations, pools and patios.      Fabricio, R-Miami...

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    The backpack giveaway presented by Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid and the Giving Gators charity drew more than 250 students to Town Hall who were outfitted with school supplies on June 24, organizers said.       Shown in the photo, from left are Denis Brenes, president of Giving Gators; Rey Garcia, a Giving Gators volunteer; Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid; Miami-Dade Commissioner Sen. Rene Garcia; Mario O. Pinera,...

     Former City of Miami Police Chief Jorge Colina described traits of leaders when he addressed the Miami Lakes Chamber Luncheon on June 14.      Among the tips for success Colina, who is now working as a consultant shared was to emulate the behaviors of successful people we admire.      “Every day is a new opportunity for you to grow your business and your contacts and be...