Despite a concern over a gun range open to the public adjacent to a dance school for kids in an industrial area could jeopardize their safety, the Miami Lakes Town Council approved several changes requested by the applicant so the indoor facility can operate a viable business.Andy’s Shooting Range, 14000 N.W. 82nd Avenue, was initially strictly a training facility for police officers and academy cadets, but lawmakers approved to allow the...

Miami Lakes Park and Recreation staff received a proclamation from the Town Council making July Park and Recreation Month.

Town-FooMiami Lakes Food and Wine Festival organizers Lynn Matos and Giuseppe Zuozo were recognized at the recent Town Council meeting for being a finalist for Best Event of the Year and receiving an Honorable Mention presented by the Greater Miami Festivals & Events Association. Pictured (from left) Councilmembers Marilyn Ruano, Jeffrey Rodriguez and Carlos O. Alvarez, Lynn Matos, Guiseppe Zuozo, Mayor Manny Cid, Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez...

Mayor and Town Council show support for the “Furrever Friend for Lucas” campaign during the July council meeting. Pictured (from left) Councilmember Luis Collazo, the Lucas family. Counciilmembers Carlos O. Alvarez, Marilyn Ruano, Jeffrey Rodiguez and Joseh Dieguez, Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez and Mayor Manny Cid.

Over the next several months, the Town Council will hold workshops and meetings to discuss fiscal year 2020 budget. The budget process will be transparent and accessible to Miami Lakes taxpayers with live streaming of the proceedings on the Town’s website and Facebook page.The following meetings and workshops will be held in Council chambers at 6601 Main Street:• August 20, 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Budget Workshop.• September 10, 6:30 p.m. -...