JetStream Federal Credit Union is celebrating International Credit Union Day on Oct. 16 with two complimentary events for customers and potential customers. Each branch is giving away sunglasses with the company's logo, drawstring bags, pens and other swag. At the Miami Lakes branch in Royal Oaks Plaza, Baptist Health South Florida will offer free health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and body...

     The Miami Lakes town council unanimously voted on Sept. 16 to approve its list of priorities to present to the state legislature during the 2026 session.       Lobbyists for the town will seek state funding for projects to lessen flooding and improve drainage; smooth traffic flow; enhance pedestrian safety; crime prevention; encourage work force housing and reform rock mining law. Proposed...

Katrina Friedberg   Owner, iGlō Aesthetics and Wellness, Miami Lakes   “Yes, my goodness, I’m looking forward to being able to pick up my kids at Our Lady of the Lakes here without puddles,” Katrina Friedberg said.  “Also the shift in the weather is driving my sinuses crazy.”  Melissa Hernandez   Office Manager, iGlō Aesthetics and...

    The Miami Lakes Public Safety Committee presented its awards for outstanding first responders at the Sept. 16 council meeting.      The annual awards recognize a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue firefighter and a deputy from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office for their service.       Maj. Jose Gonzalez, commander for Miami Lakes district, presented Deputy Carlos Ortiz with the Deputy of the Year...

   The Miami Lakes Geezers softball players celebrated the 16th Anniversary of their program at Optimist Park on Sept. 15, while wearing last year’s T-shirts.   “The Visitors scored eight runs in the final two innings to top the humbled Homester squad, 18 to 13,” Program Manager Dave Oliver said.      Oliver identified the Geezers in the photo, front row from left:  Fred “F...