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...

  During the pinnacle of his education career in which he was constantly recognized for his achievements, Eric Acosta accepted a job offer with a Fortune 500 company in New York, where he parlayed his teaching skills into an executive position earning more than a six-figure a year salary. While his success spilled over to Corporate America, it reminded him of how important it was to make sure kids reach their full potential and share...

  The Miami Lakes Town Council took the following actions on ordinances, resolutions and new business proposals at its July 8 regular meeting: • Lawmakers on first reading, approved an ordinance to create a Lien Amnesty program, an initiative of the Neighborhood Service Department, to encourage property owners to comply with the town’s code, apply for amnesty and pay a reduced amount to wipe out the lien. On April 8, the...

  Local high school junior from Mater Academy Charter School, Adrienna Sotomayor, is embarking on creating a benefit show as part of her Silver Knight Project. Her Dream Chasers Benefit Show will take place on Saturday, July 19, at Mater Academy Charter High School located at 7901 N.W. 103 Street in Hialeah Gardens. Admission is $6. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and performances begin at 7 p.m. The event is an innovative talent showcase that...

  Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during July: For Children and families: The Ph is Right Game with the Miami Science Museum - A game style program with tons of audience participation by guessing the best Ph. Program made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 19. For Teens: Teen Club: Spark A Reaction! – Teens participate in the...