Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban Bovo, Jr., announced on Sept. 30 his intention to run for mayor of the county.Bovo will join a crowded field of candidates seeking to replace Carlos Gimenez, who’s term-limited in 2020.According to Miami-Dade Elections Department, five candidates have filed to run for that office: County Commissioners Daniella Levine Cava and Xavier L. Suarez; former County Commissioner Juan C. Zapata; former Miami...

Wear red, white and blue and bring your flags to wave at the 40th Annual Veterans Day Parade.The route is along Northwest 67th Avenue in Miami Lakes.Marchers step off at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10.To march or become a sponsor, register by Oct. 28 at http://toml.eventbrite.com/.For more information, contact William Sanchez, Miami Lakes committees and special events coordinator, at 305-364-6100, or email sanchezw@miamilakes-fl.gov.

Guido H. Inguanzo gave a lot of his time to hometown.And though he died last year, a mural that honors him will be dedicated Oct. 12 at the Roberto Alonso Community Center.Artist Grisell Gajano created the artwork, the town said.The 6:30 p.m. ceremony, with Mayor Manny Cid and councilmembers present, will happen at 16500 NW 87th Ave., followed by the town’s annual domino tournament.Inguanzo worked in communications and for the city of...

The GFWC Woman’s Club of Hialeah is hosting a night of Bunco dice games and Italian food to benefit Operation Smile.The event will be held Friday, Oct. 25 at 6:15 p.m. at 525 W First Ave. in Hialeah.Operation Smile offers free surgeries for patients who have cleft palates.The fundraiser is family friendly and open to all ages.The suggested donation for adults is $10, $6 for children 10 and under.Payment will be collected at the door.During...

An exercise band is a versatile training accessory that is portable, light weight and invaluable for building strength.To begin:–Fasten the exercise band around both feet. Support yourself on your knees and palms.–Press hands into the floor and contract your navel toward your spine.–Inhale while holding in your abdomen, then exhale and extend one leg back, stretching the band.–Hold the position for 2-3 seconds. Perform 15-20 reps while...