Today’s the day, when a Special Election is being held to fill a Miami Lakes town council seat that became vacant in November. Five residents stepped up to try and replace former Vice Mayor Carlos Alvarez, who cited personal and career demands as reasons for resigning from the dais, during the middle of a council meeting and the middle of his term. The council did not replace him with Mayor Manny Cid’s nominee, which...

     The Florida Power & Light Company is accepting applications for its $20,000 robotics scholarship for a high school senior.      The utility’s goal is to empower young minds and cultivate future leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), according to a media release.     A talented student who has a passion and potential in robotics is sought for the...

Alex Miranda  Founding Partner  Virtrify HR Solutions  Miramar   “You know how there are cows across Miami Lakes?” Alex Miranda said. “Put it in cow print. It’s Miami Lakes. On the pole, you [could] put a Veterans [banner]. I think it needs an ad.”  Magaly Rubio Broker Associate Coldwell Banker Miami Lakes       “It is...

Register at TOML.eventbrite.com for town events.  April 5 Health lecture by Barry University. Join the Elderly Affairs Committee for a discussion about balance problems, osteoporosis and losing muscle tone. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. Free. 11 a.m.  April 6 Community Bike Ride for Autism Awareness Month. Join the Town of Miami Lakes and its Neighborhood Improvement Committee for a two-hour ride around town dedicated...

      The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.  Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early.        Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes.  To check availability, call the branch at 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at https://bit.ly/3Wnp6tC. CANCELED Rhythm and Dance with Andres  Thurs., April...