Coming soon: New law for golf carts

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, June 15, 2023

    Golf cart owners in Miami Lakes can expect a change in the rules for young drivers.      A new law passed in the recent Florida legislative session will take effect Oct. 1.       It will require drivers under the age of 18 to have a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit to operate a golf cart.      The town council on June 6 voted unanimously to align...

Community Calendar through July 4

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, June 15, 2023

Please check the Town of Miami Lakes social media pages for the most up-to-date information. RSVP at TOML.Eventbrite.com.  June 14 Senior Bingo Luncheon. Join the Elderly Affairs Committee for its bi-monthly bingo luncheon for seniors 60+. Enjoy lunch and a chance to play for prizes. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. 11 a.m. Free.  June 14 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce...

Miami Lakes names pickleball and tennis courts for former official

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Friday, June 2, 2023

    At Optimist Park on May 16, officials dedicated new pickleball courts (with the pickleball court lines drawn within the tennis court boundaries) to former Vice Mayor Jeffrey Rodriguez. Rodriguez resisted the honor which Councilman Tony Fernandez had presented to the council in November with an impromptu motion.       Shown from left are Councilmen Josh Dieguez and Ray Garcia; former Vice Mayor Jeffrey...

John Paul Yanes, Miami Lakes’ special projects manager

Government By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Friday, June 2, 2023

     It was a teenage date with his wife-to-be that first introduced John Paul Yanes to Miami Lakes.       “My first date with my now wife was here at the movie theater,” said Yanes, 33.        He has returned to town to serve residents as the special projects manager and oversees its six Neighborhood Service Districts.        He will also be...

Town calls for food vendors, performing artists

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Friday, June 2, 2023

      The Town of Miami Lakes and its Cultural Affairs Committee are seeking singers and musicians and food vendors who want to perform at town events or serve food at them.       Performance opportunities include singing the national anthem or making music at Jazz in the Park, the 4th of July celebration or other events that happen each year.       Artists may be paid, depending upon a...
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