Social media reaction to the passing of former Fla. Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Reaction to the death of former Florida Governor and United States Senator Bob Graham: "Bob Graham…One of America’s finest public servants, Adele’s cherished husband and a devoted father and grandfather has left us for his celestial home. He strongly believed that “a public office is a public trust”. What a legacy! Godspeed Bob Graham." — Former Sen. Bill Nelson, 14th NASA...

Former U.S. Sen. Bob Graham, two-term Florida governor, dies

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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...

Esther Colon and Bryan Morera to vie in April 30 election for Council Seat 6

Government By Linda Trischitta and Alexandra Herrera Friday, April 12, 2024

     After the Miami-Dade County Elections Department did a machine recount of ballots from the April 9 special election, the two frontrunners will stay in the race for town council Seat 6.      Just 10.52% of 20,004 eligible voters chose among five candidates in the special election and no one won more than 50%, so a run-off will be needed.      On the ballot in the runoff election on April...

Issues with mail-in ballots prompt delay in Special Election results

Government By Linda Trischitta and Alexandra Herrera Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Eight mail-in ballots that need to be “cured” because they lack information will delay results in the Miami Lakes’ Special Election held on April 9. The Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections will contact the voters with the problem ballots, who have until 5 p.m. Thursday to resolve the issues. The Canvassing Board – Miami Lakes Town Clerk and Supervisor of Elections Gina Inguanzo; Mayor Manny Cid and 11th...

It's Election Day in Miami Lakes

Government By Linda Trischitta, Editor Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Today’s the day, when a Special Election is being held to fill a Miami Lakes town council seat that became vacant in November. Five residents stepped up to try and replace former Vice Mayor Carlos Alvarez, who cited personal and career demands as reasons for resigning from the dais, during the middle of a council meeting and the middle of his term. The council did not replace him with Mayor Manny Cid’s nominee, which...
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