Miami Lakes once again has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, awarded by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States, for its comprehensive annual financial report for fiscal year 2016-2017.The award is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and is earned by complying with several factors including, but not limited to, compliance with...

Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force is bringing back the popular Movies in the Park Series this fall. The free event, sponsored again by Bella Mar Real Estate, will be held at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.Wl 82 Avenue, on select Friday evenings.Movies will be rated G and PG-perfect for a family night out. The Task Force wants to know what movies residents would like to see.Visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/yatf to complete the online...

The secret to getting ahead is making connections. Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee’s next Business Networking Mixer is set from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 26, at Italy Today, 6743 Main Street.Local business people will have an opportunity to meet 30 to 60 other professionals during the mixer including business owners, executives, investors, entrepreneurs and startups from a diverse range of industries.Miami...

Miami Lakes resident Ramiro Inguanzo, (center, joined by his wife, Town Clerk Gina Inguanzo), was recognized by the Town Council for his commitment to engaging the youth of Bob Graham Education Center in the Civic Education Academy program. In August, Inguanzo coordinated a panel discussion with Senator Bob Graham, Mayor Manny Cid and councilmembers to give students an opportunity to learn about local government. Pictured (from left)...

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is inviting residents, 55 years and older, to gather up their lederhosen and practice their yodeling and attend the annual Octoberfest Social luncheon scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p. m. on Saturday, October 21, at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue.Seating is limited and provided on a first come, first served basis.