The Graham family released this statement Tuesday night about the passing of former U.S. Sen. Bob Graham: “We are deeply saddened to report the passing of a visionary leader, dedicated public servant, and even more importantly, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather: Bob Graham. “As a legislator, Florida’s 38th Governor, and a United States Senator, Bob Graham devoted his life to the betterment of...

Alex Miranda  Founding Partner  Virtrify HR Solutions  Miramar   “You know how there are cows across Miami Lakes?” Alex Miranda said. “Put it in cow print. It’s Miami Lakes. On the pole, you [could] put a Veterans [banner]. I think it needs an ad.”  Magaly Rubio Broker Associate Coldwell Banker Miami Lakes       “It is...

Register at TOML.eventbrite.com for town events.  April 5 Health lecture by Barry University. Join the Elderly Affairs Committee for a discussion about balance problems, osteoporosis and losing muscle tone. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. Free. 11 a.m.  April 6 Community Bike Ride for Autism Awareness Month. Join the Town of Miami Lakes and its Neighborhood Improvement Committee for a two-hour ride around town dedicated...

     Ben the apricot-colored Goldendoodle has his own Instagram page.      Though he’s not an influencer, he could be one because he has only positive qualities, owner Jackie Garcia says.      “Despite his size, he is a sweetheart and a cuddle bug,” said Garcia.       She and her husband Ray live in Miami Lakes with Ben. The doodle, 3, has a...

U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Miami, is accepting submissions for the annual Congressional Art Competition.      The deadline is April 22 and winners will be chosen May 8.      The competition is for high school students, but 7th and 8th graders’ work would be accepted for consideration if their school is within the district and it shares a campus with upper classes.      The...