Did you receive a form to request a Vote by Mail ballot from Miami-Dade County Elections in your mailbox? As the coronavirus outbreak lingers in South Florida, officials anticipate that more voters will want to cast their ballots remotely. And that process will begin this summer, as the Aug. 18 Primary Election approaches. Voters may fill out the paper form and mail it back in a prepaid envelope sent by the county. If you...

Miami Lakes will host three events for the public to enjoy during the month of July. On Saturday, July 4th, the town will hold its 16th Annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration. But because of COVID-19 and to enable social distancing, residents are asked to watch the display from home. The town will livestream the show that begins at 9 p.m. on the Miami Lakes Facebook and YouTube channels. Before the rockets are launched,...

During the pandemic, many houses of worship are holding services online on their websites, on YouTube or elsewhere on the internet. Check those locations for more information.Christ the Saviour Orthodox Cathedral16601 NW 77th Court, Miami Lakeswww.orthodoxmiami.orgSunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m.Saturday Vespers: 6 p.m.The Church of the Epiphany Episcopal15650 Miami Lakeway NorthMiami Lakes 305-558-3961Misa en Espanol: 9 a.m.Sunday Eucharist:...

On a quiet Friday morning, Jerimie Walker spun the wheel of an old bicycle he was fixing that would soon bring joy to a new rider. Walker’s stress, worsened during the pandemic by a lack of work for his security firm, was eased in the sun-filled sanctuary of Miami Lakes United Methodist Church as he tackled his project. “I used to suffer from anxiety,” Walker said. “The only thing that helps me is helping others.” Coral Gables...

Two Girl Scouts from Miami Lakes have earned their Gold Awards, the highest accomplishment in the program. Kaitlyn Ruano’s project addressed the lack of mental heath resources at her school, Barbara Goleman Senior High School, the Girl Scouts said. She formed a mental health awareness club called Open Minds, Open Arms that welcomed all students. Club members learned about health issues and how to resolve them while at school. They...