Council votes to sue state over blasting law

Featured By Alexandra Herrera Reporter Wednesday, July 2, 2025

      State law prevents the Town of Miami Lakes from seeking remedies in court for damages to municipal sidewalks, buildings, canal banks and infrastructure it says are caused by rock mining explosions on the west side of the...

Sports Hall of Fame seeks nominees for Class of 2025

Sports By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     The Miami Lakes Sports Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the Class of 2025.      Nominees may be an athlete, coach or a person who has made an impact on sports in town.      Past classes have included  coaches Don Shula and Howard Schnellenberger; athletes like Jim Mandich, Sara Sidner and William Graham; Optimist Club leader Jack McCall and First Tee Miami founder Charlie...

State releases school grades - most in area earn As

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     Schools in Miami Lakes continue to perform well on state tests, earning A ratings after students took exams in 2024-2025.        School Board Member Roberto Alonso, who represents District 4, said he was proud of the schools’ achievements.       Four schools in the area outside of town raised their rankings, too.      The town has a reputation for...

Miami Lakes Council recognizes good citizen Rosa Barroso

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     The Town of Miami Lakes honored Rosa “Rosy” Barroso with a proclamation for her work in the community.       Barroso owns The Therapy Labs; Bio-Tech Hub, a fingerprinting company and has her own non-profit firm, Verbal Vitamins.       She is a licensed mental health counselor, serves as vice chair of the Mental Health Task Force and is Secretary 1 for the Miami...

Kevin Hernandez earns Eagle Scout rank

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     Kevin Hernandez of Miami Lakes earned an Eagle Scout rank in May.      A graduate of Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, Kevin, 17, hopes to join the U.S. Air Force in the fall and become a firefighter.      To earn his scouting credential, Kevin volunteered for more than 120 hours at the Miami-Dade County Animal Services Center in Doral.       “I feel...

Plans underway for Miami Lakes’ 25th Anniversary celebration

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     Preparations are being made for a public celebration of the incorporation of Miami Lakes.      A committee comprised of the leaders of volunteer boards and committees in town are planning a big bash that is proposed for Veterans Park on Dec. 6.       “We want the whole community to enjoy this special event,” said Felicia Salazar, who is chairing the anniversary committee...
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