If you love Miami Lakes, show it in pictures by entering the “2021: 20 Years of Growing Beautifully” photo contest. Judges want to see how photographers capture the hometown feel and stunning views of the community, the town said. Photos should also reflect the photographer’s favorite place or thing to do in town. Winners are eligible for prizes: $100 for first place, $50 for second place and $25 each for third...

The Town of Miami Lakes and non-profit charity Loving Soles are partnering for their annual shoe drive, in honor of “National Shoe the World Day,” which happens on March 15. Drop off gently worn footwear at the reception area at Town Hall, 6601 Main St., weekdays from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Shoes will be accepted through March 14. After a ceremony to recognize the donations on March 14 at 11:30 a.m., the shoes will be...

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An attorney, a judge, three educators, a dentist, an activist and a community volunteer comprise the 2021 class who are to receive Miami Lakes Women of Distinction awards on March 6. Coordinated by the Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee, the awards celebrate some of the town’s most extraordinary women and their work in the fields of the arts, business, civic affairs, education, government, health...

Residents in northwest Miami-Dade with underlying health conditions can participate in two free clinical studies in Miami Lakes the week of March 1. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Rene Garcia and Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid have partnered with Elixia, a South Florida research company. People age 18 and older may volunteer to test newly developed antibody treatments designed to fight or prevent the coronavirus. The mobile...