‘Think BIG, SHOP Small,’ a Miami Lakes celebration to kick off the holiday season, will happen along Main Street onSaturday, Nov. 28.It’s a twist on the decade-old Shop Local marketing campaign byAmerican Express to promote local businesses.A 2018 study by the company found that for every dollar spent at a local business, approximately 67 cents remains in the community.And that can mean jobs for teens and adults, and boost the supply...

From competing against body builders to facing a more lethal adversary, Jeanette Martin is a fighter. While undergoing a routine mammogram in September 2019, Martin, 55, was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer in one breast. “I’m like the least likely candidate to get cancer,” said Martin, a vice president and employee wellness program manager at BankUnited’s Miami Lakes headquarters. “I’ve spent all my life avoiding sickness.” ...

Tropical Storm Eta’s steady rains over three days and nights dumped an average of 10.25 inches water in Miami Lakes and nearby communities, the National Weather Service says. The heavy rainfall from Nov. 7 - 9 was considered a once in a decade event by the service. Slowly draining flood waters prompted residents to ask for help from town government as cars were damaged, water crept into garages and lapped against porches, mostly on...

Educators and volunteers partnered with Monsignor Edward Pace High School to encourage STEM education for girls who attend St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic School in Southwest Ranches. The project is an effort between the schools and two Women in STEM Clubs. The clubs promote the learning of science, technology, engineering and mathematics; Pace’s program also includes religion and the arts. The ‘Big Sister, Little Sister’ workshops are ...

Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Larry S. Borman and retired Lance Cpl. Alejandro Melorabi, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps, have received Congressional Veteran Commendations. Both men are from Miami Lakes and belong to the American Legion. They were among seven veterans who live in Florida’s District 25 and were recognized Nov. 11 by U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Miami. The veterans were honored for their wartime sacrifices and for...