For the first time in the 34-year history of the Roland Gomez Scholarship Awards, two boys shared the first-place prize that a girl also received, The Optimist Club of Miami Lakes said. Students are chosen from among those who have demonstrated good academics during the 2018-2019 school year, performed community service and played sports with the club. Former Barbara Goleman Senior High School students Sebastian Rivero and Michael Tobar...

Do you want to support a worthy cause and have fun, too? The Third Annual Miami Lakes Food & Wine Festival is on Feb. 29, and there are still tickets available. The event benefits the Miami Lakes Town Foundation, which awards grants to education, cultural and beautifcation programs at area schools. The party will happen at Optimist Park, 6411 NW 162nd St. and begins at 7 p.m., 6 p.m. for VIPs. Guests can sample dishes from more than...

Danny Ghannoum Miami Lakes “I’m watching the game at my cousin’s house, we’re having a watch party. The commercials are a big part of the Super Bowl, it’s basically half of the fun. “I love Shakira, I’m excited more than anything to see her during halftime. She is part Lebanese and so am I, so it’s cool she’s representing.” A Dolphins fan, he said, “I’m just happy the...

Having a strong upper body is important, and not just for maintaining good posture. Strength is important to have for everyday tasks: to be able to haul heavy grocery bags, walk the dog, purge the house of unnecessary boxes of stuff or even push and pull the vacuum cleaner around. The overhead shoulder press will work most of the large muscles in your upper body, including your chest, shoulders and arms. It’s an exercise that is...

Do you know a fabulous woman, someone smart and accomplished who makes life better for others? Would you like to see her get the recognition she deserves? The Town of Miami Lakes and its Cultural Affairs Committee are seeking candidates for the Annual Women of Distinction Awards that will be held in March. Nominations are being accepted through Feb. 4 for the following categories: Arts: A woman who has contributed to the cultural life of...