Elected officials and business boosters welcome a new restaurant in downtown Miami Lakes with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 30.  La Cumbancha, a Cuban fusion dining spot that presents musicians and a singer too, is at 6743 Main St. Co-owner Julio Cabrera, shown at center with the scissors, is an award-winning mixologist and founder/co-owner of Cafe La Trova in Miami.       Shown in the photo from...

The Florida legislature is in session through March 8. Here's how to reach your state representatives or other office holders: U.S. Congress Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla.  7400 SW 87th Ave., Suite 270, Miami, FL 33173  305-596-4224  X: @SenRubioPress Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla.  901 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Suite 505, Miami, FL 33134 786-501-7141 X: @SenRickScott Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart,...

     November’s Do The Right Thing Awards honored Bob Graham Education Center seventh grader Louis Egipciaco.       Louis was recognized for his volunteer efforts and outstanding student achievements during a ceremony that celebrates students who make good decisions while at school and in the community.       Do The Right Thing of Miami, Inc. and City of Miami Police...

     He may be a lame duck mayor, but Manny Cid drew more than 80 owners of businesses large and small, bankers, educators and real estate executives who filled a ballroom at the Miami Lakes Hotel on Main to hear what he had to say.      Cid has led the town council for eight years and served on it for 12 years. He is running for mayor of Miami-Dade County and said it needs “someone focused on being the...

     The Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force is accepting applications for its 2023-2024 Youth Leadership Award.      The task force stages activities for young people in town. The award recognizes and honors outstanding efforts of a high school senior who has made a significant impact through community service, volunteering and/or advocacy.       Qualified applicants...