Millie is 6 months old, is also a French Bulldog, and can been seen walking along Fairway Drive. Millie lives with owner Vanessa Jetter, 21, her brother Cody Jetter, 14, her mother Terry Jetter (aka “proud puppy grandma”), her grandmother, Teresa Costa and Maru, 17, a Beagle. “Millie loves taking morning walks to our favorite bakery, Holiday Bakery in Cypress Village [Shopping Center],” Terry Jetter said. “Millie’s friendly, playful...

Meet Max! He is a 2-year-old French Bulldog who lives in the Loch Andrews neighborhood with Joshua Rivas, 12, and Joshua’s parents Annette Rivas and Ozzie Rivas. “He’s very compassionate and likes to sleep a lot,” said Joshua. “He’s friendly to all the neighbors and likes to play.” Max also enjoys watching football games on TV with the family. “He was very comforting to me in hard times, and loves everyone he sees,” Joshua said....

Cypress Village Shopping CenterBeverly Hills Café7312 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-8201.Take-out, delivery, UberEats, outdoor dining.Dr. Limon7341 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-228-9199.Take-out, delivery, outdoor dining.Gauchos Gourmet Market 7357 Miami Lakes Drive305-384-1334. Take-out, UberEats, outdoor dining.Holiday Bakery7313 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-2180.Take-out, outdoor dining.McDonald’s7435 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-824-0800.McDonalds.com....

Vaccinations Demand for the COVID-19 vaccines by those 65 and older is greater than the current supply. Check with these sites about the availability of vaccines and instructions for making a reservation.Jackson Health System Miami-Dade County Palmetto General HospitalBroward CountyMemorial Healthcare MasksMiami-Dade County Public Libraries are giving away free masks while supplies last. Testing Sites (some may eventually be converted to...

Call it pandemic fashion, the colorful face coverings we wear to protect ourselves, our families, friends and neighbors from the COVID-19 virus.
The masks are sometimes utilitarian, sometimes a joyful opportunity for self-expression.
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Photos by Linda Trischitta, The Miami Laker.