Bob Graham Education Center’s Bobcat Dance Team competed at the American Dance Alliance state competition in late January at the FIU Arena. This is the team’s second competition this season as they previously competed at the regional ADA competition. “We are so proud of this dedicated team of girls who competed against other talented groups and brought home several awards recognizing them in several categories,” said...

Pace High School welcomed 40 career professionals, including alumni, including recently elected Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid (Class of 2002), to present to its student body at its annual Career Day on February 3.  Students listened to and spoke with professionals from careers ranging as wide as attorneys and FBI agents to dog care experts and fitness specialists. Of the 40 presenters, 21 were also Pace alumni returning to their alma mater...

St. Andrews Lutheran Church will have a yard sale on Saturday, March 4 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The church, located at 575 W. 68 Street, is raising funds to provide continuing support for the church’s food bank and other ministry activities.

Locals and their furry friends are welcome to Canine Cocktails hosted by Miami Lakes’ Hotel Indigo on Thursday, February 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. Hotel Indigo is located at 7601 Miami Lakes Drive.Canine Cocktails, a dog-friendly monthly gathering, offers a venue for dog owners to enjoy drink specials and free appetizers while their pups enjoy treats. Those participating can purchase organic dog treats from the Doggie Bag Cafe.Miami-Dade...

Bob Graham Education Center students in the Civic Engagement Academy got a civics lesson earlier this month from State Senator Rene Garcia, State Representative Manny Diaz Jr., and Miami Lakes Councilmember Frank Mingo.The students were in Tallahassee and received a tour of the Florida Senate and House chambers respectfully, and learned how an idea becomes a law and how the Florida budget works every year. Hitting close to home was how the...