Leandro Hernandez, a member of Miami Lakes’ Boy Scout Troop 49, is seeking the highest rank in scouting, Eagle.As part of his requirements, Hernandez, who been with the troop for seven years, must plan, direct and execute a service project that benefits his community.His Eagle project is to build a square concrete pond with concrete benches, flowers/plants and tile connecting from the benches to the pond at his church, Miami Lakes...

The grandparents of Brigid Faye Walters, Miami Lakes residents Virginia and Joseph Cuthbert, are proudly celebrating the announcement of their granddaughter’s recognition for superior academic achievement and leadership potential which led her to an appointment to the Coast Guard Academy. The United States Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut, is an accredited college educating future Coast Guard officers. Admission to...

St. Thomas University’s Melony Poviones and her teammate, Leah Morales, representing Team USA in Footvolley, won their qualifying matches in the U.S. Olympics trials in Seaside, Oregon and advanced to the summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro as a demonstration event of the sport.In their matches, the two players rotated and tallied the results of the title “Queen of the Court,” as they proved to be the best pair and will make...

The Sun Conference named several members of St. Thomas University’s softball team to its All-Conference Team, following stellar performances this past season on the diamond and in the classroom.Players honored were senior outfielder Jessica Matias and freshman infielder Melody Grafals who were named First Team All-Conference. Bobcats junior pitcher Jessica Castiglione was named an honorable mention All-Conference and she also won...

Kids who love to play soccer can participate in an event called Soccer Shootout, which is scheduled for Thursday, July 21, at the Miami Lakes Library Branch, 6699 Windmill Gate Road. The event, which starts at 11 a.m., is for kids from ages 8 to 12. The event, sponsored by Miami-Dade County, is free Participates must register in person at the library.For more information, call 305-822-6520.