Drivers of electric vehicles in Miami Lakes may use four new public charging stations installed by The Graham Companies at its South Pointe Residences & Shops.      “I think it’s a great idea,” said Councilman Ray Garcia, who has advocated from the council dais for installation of more EV charging stations in town. “The Grahams have always been ahead of their time....

     The Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the Class of 2025.      Nominees may be an athlete, coach or a person who has made an impact on sports in town.      Past classes have included  coaches Don Shula and Howard Schnellenberger; athletes like Jim Mandich, Sara Sidner and William Graham; Optimist Club leader Jack McCall and First Tee Miami founder Charlie...

     The Town of Miami Lakes honored Rosa “Rosy” Barroso with a proclamation for her work in the community.       Barroso owns The Therapy Labs; Bio-Tech Hub, a fingerprinting company and has her own non-profit firm, Verbal Vitamins.       She is a licensed mental health counselor, serves as vice chair of the Mental Health Task Force and is Secretary 1 for the Miami...

     Kevin Hernandez of Miami Lakes earned an Eagle Scout rank in May.      A graduate of Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, Kevin, 17, hopes to join the U.S. Air Force in the fall and become a firefighter.      To earn his scouting credential, Kevin volunteered for more than 120 hours at the Miami-Dade County Animal Services Center in Doral.       “I feel...

     Preparations are being made for a public celebration of the incorporation of Miami Lakes.      A committee comprised of the leaders of volunteer boards and committees in town are planning a big bash that is proposed for Veterans Park on Dec. 6.       “We want the whole community to enjoy this special event,” said Felicia Salazar, who is chairing the anniversary committee...