Two Republican candidates with ties to Miami Lakes hope to be the one to challenge incumbent Fla. Rep. Cindy Polo, D-Miramar, who represents District 103 and was unopposed in the current race.Seeking to run against Polo are attorney Thomas Fabricio, 43, of Miramar, and Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez, 51.District 103 includes parts of Doral, Medley; Hialeah Gardens; Miami Lakes; Palm Springs North and Miramar.Early voting began Aug. 3...

Listed below are places to turn to during the coronavirus outbreak:MasksMiami-Dade County Public Libraries are giving away free masks while supplies last. https://www.miamidade.gov/releases/2020-07-23-library-free-mask-distribution.aspFor Small Business Owners --Miami-Dade County Small Business Assistance Forgivable Loan Program, up to $25,000, 0% interest, no origination fees. Contact Partners for Self-Employment, 786-605-8585 or Tools for...

Cypress Village Shopping CenterBeverly Hills Café7312 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-8201. Take-out, delivery, UberEats, outdoor dining.Dr. Limon7341 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-228-9199. Take-out, delivery, outdoor dining.Gauchos Gourmet Market 7357 Miami Lakes Drive. 305-384-1334. Take-out, UberEats, outdoor dining.Holiday Bakery7313 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-558-2180. Take-out, outdoor dining.McDonald’s7435 Miami Lakes Drive, 305-824-0800....

The little man above is Buddy, an 11-year-old Yorkshire Terrier. He belongs to Ileana and Tom McNulty, who shared his picture. “Buddy is a bundle of joy and loves his daily walks around Miami Lakes,” Ileana McNulty said. “He is six pounds and is a great guard dog.” If you would like to introduce your pet -- whether furry or feathered -- to the readers of The Miami Laker, please send a photo to LindaT@MiamiLaker.com.

Five of the seven candidates for Miami-Dade County mayor discussed many issues important to Miami Lakes residents during a forum held in town.     The event, at Ana G. Mendez University on July 17, was livestreamed on the town’s social media sites.     Town resident Ambrosio Hernandez, anchor of Univision’s Noticias 23, was moderator; he asked his own questions, others from the public and from co-sponsor, the Miami Lakes Economic Development...