John Paul Yanes is Town Employee of the Year

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, October 30, 2024

     In just 18 months as Miami Lakes’ Special Project Manager, John JP Yanes demonstrated leadership skills that won him the town’s Employee of the Year award.      Among his attributes described by...

Community Calendar

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, February 15, 2024

Register at TOML.eventbrite.com for town events. Feb. 14 Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Join the chamber for their monthly gathering. Vice Mayor Tony Fernandez and Councilman Ray Garcia are the scheduled speakers. Main Lakes Hotel on Main, 6842 Main St. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon. Register at www.miamilakeschamber.com.  Feb. 16 Chair Yoga presented by IntuneHealth and the Elderly Affairs...

Miami Lakes Library Programs

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 15, 2024

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes. Most events require preregistration, call the branch at 305-822-6520 or email truglioj@mdpls.org. Wine Glass Painting  Wed., Feb. 14, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Learn different techniques for turning any glass into a work of art. Materials provided. Ages 19+  All About that Pace  Fri., Feb. 16, 11 a.m. – Noon Walk in place at your own...

BGEC’s Bobcat Dancers win awards at state contest

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, February 15, 2024

     Bob Graham Education Center’s Bobcat Dancers won awards at The American Dance Alliance State Dance Competition.       On Jan. 27 at the Charles F. Dodge City Center in Pembroke Pines, the team of 27 dancers performed 17 routines, a release from the school said.       Girls from middle and elementary grades received accolades for their performances. Lauren Cancela and...

Traffic light coming to key intersection on Miami Lakes Drive

Government By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, February 15, 2024

     Any commuter who travels Miami Lakes Drive or to Business Park West can testify to the knot of cars that jam the drive at Northwest 79th Court on weekday mornings.       Eastbound drivers determined to reach the Palmetto Expressway and those with destinations in the southwest part of town often clash at the intersection and block lanes.        A solution to drivers who won’t...

Crowd attends 6th Annual Miami Lakes Food & Wine Festival

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, February 15, 2024

   Under the warm glow of cafe lights, Miami Lakes Food & Wine Festival patrons followed a path through Optimist Park to sample wines, craft beers and small bites from local restaurants.       Music filled the park and welcomed revelers during the three-hour charity event that benefitted education and other causes of the Miami Lakes Town Foundation.       Marking its sixth year, the...
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