It’s not too late to attend Miami Dade College this semester.     The North Campus is offering accelerated courses of just eight weeks, beginning Oct. 26.     The college has financial aid, scholarships and stipends available, too.     Students who register by Oct. 25 may qualify for free, in-state tuition and fees for up to 12 credits or get up to $100 off per credit.     Tuition discounts are calculated after all other funds are applied or...

Shula’s Athletic Club is offering a variety of after school programs for children of all ages.--Sports fitness activities are designed for those in grades Kindergarten through 8, and meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.    The kids play a wide variety of sports, drills and activities.     The monthly cost is $132 for members, $156 for non-members. Space is limited to 10 kids.--The KidsFit program has fun, military-style...

It’s been a hot year, in more ways than one, especially so beneath the face masks we’re wearing to keep ourselves, our loved ones and our friends and neighbors safe from the COVID-19 virus during this pandemic. Though the masks can be uncomfortable, it’s fun to see what face coverings folks are wearing around town as we all do our best to stay well. 

Eight candidates in four races in the Nov. 3 election will debate at Miami Dade College North Campus.     Forums will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 16.     Former Miami-Dade County Mayor Alex Penelas will moderate the town council debates.      Executive Frank Bolanos, co-founder of a charter school and former school board chair, will question candidates for the state legislature.     The candidates for council Seat 1 are business owner...

Lucas Collazo, 5, of Miami Lakes, shown Oct. 5 after attending kindergarten at Miami Lakes K-8 Center.     Lucas is a son of Miami Lakes Councilman Luis Collazo and Clarisell De Cardenas, director of communications and community affairs for the Town of Miami Lakes.     Lucas wore a mask, uniform, backpack, credential and carried a lunch bag with dinosaurs on it.     Students who attend Miami-Dade County public schools had the option of...