When the Miami Lakes Athletic Club opened 40 years ago, there weren’t many other places in the new town where residents could socialize.      The club on Bull Run Road just off Main Street was more than just a place to compete before up to 250 spectators on one of the numerous tennis or racquetball courts.       Guests could have a sandwich, enjoy a cocktail or maybe even...

      The Town Foundation of Miami Lakes has chosen grant recipients for 2022.       The Foundation is supported by the Miami Lakes Food and Wine Festival, which donated $50,000.        The festival was co-founded by Realtor Lynn Matos and restaurateur Giuseppe Zuozo, and the next one will be held Feb. 4, 2023 at Optimist Park.       Residents, teachers and local...

     October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that women should schedule regular screenings.       Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women of all races and backgrounds in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and it can be dangerous to delay exams.     Katie Couric recently said she underwent treatment for breast cancer....

    On Sept. 13, the town council appointed eight volunteers to six of the Town of Miami Lakes committees. The group was acknowledged during a town council meeting. There are a dozen committees in town whose members work to improve the quality of life in Miami Lakes. They focus on helping people with special needs; veterans; elders and work on causes such as education; public safety and mental health.      In the...

     Miami-Dade County Schools in partnership with the University of Miami Health System and The Children’s Trust will be offering free vaccinations at the university’s UHealth Pediatric Mobile Clinic.       Children who need school-age vaccinations, the flu vaccine, the COVID-19 shot or its boosters can get them at Palm Springs North Elementary School, 17615 Northwest 82 Ave. on Oct....