The race for Florida District 39 senate race is between incumbent Sen. Bryan Avila, R-Miami Springs and Democrat Charles A. Lewis I.       One of Avila’s staff members said he was not available for an interview.       He is academic dean at Doral College and an officer in the Florida Army National Guard, according to his social media accounts.      Avila, 40, was a sponsor...

     Five candidates – three running for mayor of Miami Lakes, and two seeking a council seat – gave voters a chance to compare their platforms during a forum organized by Miami Lakes Town Clerk Gina Inguanzo on Oct. 17 and presented by the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Miami Lakes Bar Association.      Moderator and resident Alex Penelas, a former mayor of Miami-Dade County, led discussions...

Nov. 2 Miami Lakes Bar Association Domino Tournament. The Miami Lakes Bar Association will host its inaugural domino tournament. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave., 4:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. $100 for teams of two players, $25 for spectators which includes food and one drink ticket. Register at https://bit.ly/4dwoBFn.  Nov. 2 Miami Lakes Farmers Market. The Florida Marketplace Group presents the weekly Saturday market with a...

     In just 18 months as Miami Lakes’ Special Project Manager, John JP Yanes demonstrated leadership skills that won him the town’s Employee of the Year award.      Among his attributes described by Deputy Manager Tony Lopez are his respect for the public; excellence in his work product, teamwork; having an innovative spirit and unwavering dedication to public service.      The...

  More than 17,000 voters from around Miami-Dade County cast their ballots at the Mary Collins Community Center in Miami Lakes during the first week of early voting.      That polling place will remain open for those casting their ballots early, from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., through Nov. 3.      On Election Day, Nov. 5, voters who live in Miami Lakes may make their choices at their assigned precincts. There...