Do you know your Zone? Run from the Water and Hide from the Wind! Powerful winds aren’t the only deadly force during a hurricane. The greatest threat to life actually comes from the water – in the form of storm surge. For that reason, it’s vital for Miami-Dade County residents to be aware a storm surge happens when water from the ocean is pushed on shore by the strong winds in tropical storms or hurricanes. Storm...

  Anthony White knows talent when he sees it. And he knows how to turn gifted players into a championship-winning team. As Norland’s offensive coordinator in 2012, the offense led by running back Duke Johnson who is now a starter for the Miami Hurricanes, White helped the Vikings win the state championship. Now White is taking his own talent to American High School. White, 33, was chosen as the Patriots’ new head coach,...

  An 11-member team from Miami Lakes’ Kobushi Karate Dojo dominated their respective divisions at the 2014 Florida Sunshine State Games bringing home a total of 17 medals. Team members, who varied in ages from 8 to 44, were trained by former Pan-American karate champion Tony Garcia, and coached by national champion Melissa Silva, Jessica Benavides and Nieves Garcia, all residents of Miami Lakes. They trained using traditional...

  Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during August: For Children and families: Family Game Day - Enjoy playing a variety of table games with family and friends at 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 23. For Teens: Tween Book Club – A book club for ages 8-12. Members meet once a month to discuss the chosen book of the month. Registration required. Meets at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 30. For...

  Town of Miami Lakes announced it now offers open-play volley ball to the public at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue, during select days and times for the summertime months. The public may use the volleyball net, which is located on the lower playing fields, Monday through Friday from 2 to 8 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The program is free to the public and open to all ages, but participants must bring...