Miami Lakes Veterans Committee will memorialize veterans and Vice-Admiral Diego Hernandez at their Tree Dedication Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Hernandez was a longtime Miami Lakes resident and former Veterans Committee chairman. He commanded the Navy’s Third Fleet. After receiving a Navy ROTC scholarship, he went into Navy flight training. His military...

Mayor Manny Cid, paid a visit to the Miami Lakes K-8 Center Law Studies class. He spoke to students from Jennifer Simeon’s 7th grade class about his career and daily life as mayor of thw community. Students were able to ask Cid questions and get to know more about current events in the town. Students enjoyed this wonderful experience.

  Some teachers are mulling quitting their jobs in fear for their safety in the wake of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting massacre which took the lives of 17 students and teachers, according to Miami Lakes Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez. But local police and state lawmakers are stepping up efforts to ensure the safety of teachers, students and school administrators and probe all threats to harm anyone on campus. The Parkland...

  For his strong support for the LGBTQ community, the Point Foundation recognized Miami-Dade County Public Schools Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho during its Miami Cornerstone Society event at Rusty Pelican in Miami. The organization presented Carvalho with the prestigious Miami Mierva Award, which is given to an individual who has demonstrated leadership and commitment to the LGBTQ community. “Superintendent...

  Town of Miami Lakes’ first annual Food and Wine Festival has enjoyed overwhelming acceptance by residents and sponsors for the event scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, at Miami Lakes Optimist Park and Marina. The festival will showcase something for every gourmand. Attendees can sip and savor for a great cause as all proceeds from ticket sales, sponsorships and donations will go to the Miami Lakes Town Foundation,...