Julissa Higgins, a rising senior at Miami Lakes Educational Center's (MLEC) Cambridge Academy, is enjoying a busy and productive summer. She was selected for two exciting summer programs, one at the University of Miami (UM) and the other at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). At UM, the High School Scholars Research Program (HHMI) is an exciting opportunity for students with a passion for science to gain hands-on experience...

Miami Lakes officials were presented a $1.3 million dollar check in state grants for canal bank and drainage improvements during the annual July 4th Concert and Fireworks show. Pictured (from left) State Rep. Manny Diaz Jr., Vice Mayor Manny Cid, Councilmember Tony Lama, Mayor Wayne Slaton, Councilmember Frank Mingo, State Senator Rene Garcia, Councilmember Tim Daubert, amd Carmenchu Mingo representing State Rep. Jose Oliva. 

  The 11th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show was a huge success with thousands attending the Miami Lakes festivities at Picnic Park West. Attendees brought their own blankets and chairs to secure a good view for the fireworks show. Elected officials kicked off the event by received a check presentation of $1.3 million in state grants for canal bank and drainage improvements. People danced to the music by DJ John and The...

  Despite an increase for the town’s biggest expenditure and other spending hikes to keep pace with the growing population and a slight demand for upgraded services, Miami Lakes tentatively kept the same rate for property taxes for 2014-2015. But residents may pay a slight tax increase because their property values increased last year. The 2.3518 rate would generate $5.7 million in revenues for the budget along with other revenues...

  In an effort to continue “Growing Beautifully,” the Town of Miami Lakes has created a tutorial video that gives residents and prospective business owners helpful insight on how to navigate through the “Find My Zoning” application. The video is available in both English and Spanish. This video is the first of its kind, and the Town is excited to continue its economic development through innovative multimedia...