Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during December:For Children and Families: STEM Saturdays – Enjoy an interactive lesson and hands-on activities with FIU undergraduate and medical students. This month’s theme is “Extract DNA from a Strawberry!” DNA is the building block of life. Participants can do a cool experiment while they learn about DNA and extract it...

Miami Lakes Public Safety Committee is encouraging the community to be sure to lock their vehicles and remove any valuables during the holiday season.Removing gifts and shopping bags from cars, and locking doors may seem simple enough, but many residents simply forget or get sidetracked due to the stress of the holiday season.The theft of a purse, wallet or documents with sensitive information could also result in identity theft. These crimes...

Al Avila, former Bobcats head baseball coach and director of athletics at St. Thomas University from 1988-92, recently was inducted into the Bobcat Sports Hall of Fame at the Eighth Annual Stone Crab Dinner for Athletics on Sunday evening at the Fernandez Family Center.Avila, who graduated with both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Sports Administration from St. Thomas University, is currently the executive vice president for Baseball...

Florida International University was one of three state universities to receive $1 million in student scholarships to help erase any financial barriers for students and increase the number of graduates in computer and information technology, thanks to the National Science Foundation.Along with the University of South Florida and University of Central Florida, FIU was awarded the five-year scholarship grant in support of the collaborative...

Barbara Goleman High softball player, Natalie Costero, marveled at Miami Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton’s composure each time he steps up to the plate.In fact, Costero watches video of the three-time All-Star to emulate his game and to make her a better player.“I like that he’s focused on every pitch, and each time at bat he has a plan,” said the senior shortstop and pitcher. “I need to have a plan like...