There were eight contenders in the 2020 Holiday Home Decorating Contest in Miami Lakes, and more than 500 voters chose three winners in an online contest, the town said.For their efforts and creativity, the winning homeowners will each receive a $150 gift certificate from Sureel Photography at 6820 Main St. in Miami Lakes.First Place went to Jhansen Reinoso at 8930 NW 161st Terrace, whose home is shown in the photo above. Elizabeth Sanchez,...

Miami Lakes AutoMall employees donated more than 1,000 gifts for children during the company’s 19th annual Christmas toy drive, said Fred Senra, a partner in the dealership. The presents were given to Essie “Big Mama” Reed and her Team of Life charity in Fort Lauderdale and Senior Pastor A.D. Lenoir of Westview Baptist Church in Opa-Locka. Shown at left, left to right, are Richard Hernandez; Miami Lakes AutoMall partner Fred Senra;...

Cypress Village Shopping CenterBeverly Hills Café7312 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-8201.Take-out, delivery, UberEats, outdoor dining.Dr. Limon7341 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-228-9199.Take-out, delivery, outdoor dining.Gauchos Gourmet Market 7357 Miami Lakes Drive305-384-1334. Take-out, UberEats, outdoor dining.Holiday Bakery7313 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-2180.Take-out, outdoor dining.McDonald’s7435 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-824-0800.McDonalds.com....

Vaccinations Demand for the COVID-19 vaccines by those 65 and older is greater than the current supply. Check with these sites about the availability of vaccines and instructions for making a reservation.Jackson Health System Miami-Dade County Palmetto General HospitalBroward CountyMemorial Healthcare MasksMiami-Dade County Public Libraries are giving away free masks while supplies last. Testing Sites (some may eventually be converted to...

Call it pandemic fashion, the colorful face coverings we wear to protect ourselves, our families, friends and neighbors from the COVID-19 virus.
The masks are sometimes utilitarian, sometimes a joyful opportunity for self-expression.
What kind of mask do you wear? Show it off by sending a selfie to LindaT@MiamiLaker.com.

Photos by Linda Trischitta, The Miami Laker.