Spanish Lake Elementary’s (SLE) fifth graders embarked on their studies of American history with Patriot’s Day on September 11.  Fifth grade students in Julie Barreto-Tejero’s class wrote on a copy of their hand print about what being a patriot meant to them. This was a message of peace and hope, and the handprints were then displayed in the shape of the American flag.  Through their studies, students...

  From singing at Miami Lakes community events, at her church and countless events at Mater Lakes Academy (MLA), Miami Lakes resident Mercedes Ferreira-Dias made it to Team Blake on NBC’s The Voice.  On September 24, the first episode of the blind auditions aired, and all viewers, especially her MLA family and friends in Miami Lakes, were ecstatic to see her sing “She Used To Be Mine” by Sara Bareilles.  With...

  Monsignor Edward Pace High senior fullback and linebacker Thomas Willis was named Riddell Sports Player of the Week last month for his hard work and outstanding performance this season. The 5-11, 217-pound player helped the Spartans to a 3-0 record before losing to American Heritage and University. Willis’ honor came two weeks before Joe Zaccheo announced he’s stepping down as Spartans head coach and athletic director at...

  On October 12, Monsignor Edward Pace High School (Pace) will induct five new members into its Hall of Fame during the 2018 Homecoming football game against Miami Edison Senior High School.  This year’s inductees are husband and wife Jorge and Elsie Alvarez, Joel Rodriguez, Maurice Sikes and Rosemarie Banich.  Alvarez attended Pace and graduated in 1984. He and his wife are proud parents of Pace alumni Daniel Plasencia...

  When it comes to running a business, there are many things everyday consumers don’t factor in. Gemstone Payments, LLC. (Gemstone) located at 15280 N.W. 79 Court, helps businesses by providing easyto- use payment software to process purchases. “I love Miami Lakes,” chuckled Carlos Romero, chief technology officer and Miami Lakes resident of 20 years. “This is a hometown to us, and we have an office in Atlanta...