On June 15, the Hialeah Miami Lakes Republican Club presented it’s first ever Gala Dinner. Club president Dr. Juan Barek and board members would like to thank congressman Mario Diaz-Ballart, Mayor Manny Cid and Gabriel Nash, owner of Trattoria Pampered Chef for making the Gala a success. Pictured at the Gala (from left) Jason Pulido (vice president) Nash, Cid, Sarah Barkek (secretary), Juan Barek, Pedro Fiallo (special events chairman),...

The Food-E has teamed up with Mayor’s Cafe Miami Lakes to bring some of Miami’s most popular restaurants to Miami Lakes for one night only.First up - The Food-E presents Sanguich De Miami at the Mayor’s Cafe from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, or until the sandwiches run out. The event will feature Miami’s best Cuban Sandwich plus other favorites found on the Sanguich De Miami menu at their brick and mortar location in Little...

Miami Spice is back! Shula’s Steak 2 located at 6842 Main Street, is practicing in this two-month long event. Miami Spice runs from August 1 - September 30 with special menus. All participating restaurants offer a $39 3-course dinner menu. For more info call (305) 820-8047 or visit www.shulassteak2ml.com

The Academy of Information Technology at Miami Lakes Educational Center (MLEC) received the “Sanford I. Weill Academy of Excellence Award”. This esteemed award recognizes the National Academy Foundation (NAF) academy exhibiting the highest standards for public-private partnerships for the benefit of students and is awarded annually to only one NAF academy nationwide. Pictured (from left) MLEC principal Lourdes Diaz along with Perla Tabares...

Florida International University and Monsignor Edward Pace High graduate Sage Lewis was named to the Butkus Award Watch List , joining 50 other candidates as the Panther is recognized as one of the best linebackers in the nation. Each watch list contains 51 linebackers, mirroring the legendary "51" pro jersey associated with the Award's namesake Dick Butkus, who was recognized by NFL Films as the best defensive player in football history. The...