Democrat Gwen Graham, a Tallahassee attorney and the daughter of former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham, unseated two-term Republican Rep. Steve Southerland on November 4 becoming the first women ever to win the 2nd Congressional District seat. Graham won with 50.6 percent of the votes. She pledged to be a “strong voice” for her constituents as she addressed supporters. “I am going to work hard every...

  Miami Lakes’ Youth Activities Task Force (YATF) presents the 2015 Movies at the Park Series. The free movie event takes place at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 Montrose Road (N.W. 82 Avenue.) The series kick-off is scheduled for Friday, January 16, at 8 p.m., and will continue every other week through March 13 for a total of five films. The YATF is offering residents an opportunity to choose the movies they want to see by...

  Members of the Mater Academy Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter joined forces with the March of Dimes to promote awareness of premature births and raise funds for the organization this holiday season. The students hosted “Adopt A Baby,” a fundraiser that took place on Sunday, December 7, at Westland Mall in Hialeah. Chairman Elanny Lago stated, “It is very important to let people know what the March of...

  The Miami Lakes Optimist Club hosted closing ceremonies for its Fall 2014 Flag Football program at Royal Oaks Park on Saturday, Dec. 6. Over 130 children received trophies, special awards, and took team photos.  Congratulations to the ages 5-7 Cardinals, 8-10 Broncos, and 11+ Panthers, the Fall 2014 league champions.  Miami Lakes Mayor Wayne Slaton addressed the parents, children, and spectators. Also in attendance were Deon...

  James Parker, principal of Miami Lakes Educational Center (MLEC), was chosen as this year's Principal of the Year for the North Region of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. A group of judges visited the school and interviewed students, faculty and staff. The team also visited and interviewed six outstanding principals from throughout the region before selecting Parker. He is now a finalist for District Principal of the Year. In a...