Anthony Walker Jr., Monsignor Edward Pace High School Class of ‘13 where he was a National Honor Society member, was nominated by the Cleveland Browns as one of 32 contenders for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year.      Each NFL team nominates a player who is an exceptional athlete on the field and a humanitarian off it for teh award, considered one of the most prestigious the league...

    The Town of Miami Lakes and its Cultural Affairs Committee seek nominations for the annual Women of Distinction Awards.       Held in March to mark Women’s History Month, the awards honor women who shine.       Winners will be celebrated at a luncheon on March 16 at Miami Lakes Town Hall.       Nominations will be accepted  until Feb. 14 at 5 p.m....

    After seven years, Beatrice “Betty” Rodriguez has retired from the Town of Miami Lakes, where she worked part-time as one of two desk clerks in Town Hall.      Rodriguez, 73, wants to enjoy more time with her six grandchildren, who range in age from 5 to 22.       She and her husband live in town.     “It’s been a nice experience,” Rodriguez...

     Miami Lakes will hold a special election on April 9 to replace Vice Mayor Carlos O. Alvarez, who cited personal reasons for his resignation on Nov. 14.      The winner will fulfill Alvarez’s term and serve until Nov. 3, 2026.      The day after Alvarez resigned, Mayor Manny Cid nominated attorney Mariam D. Yanes, chair of the Planning and Zoning Board, to replace Alvarez.  ...