Miami Lakes Vice Mayor Nelson Rodriguez and his wife Lisa Rodriguez tested positive for COVID-19 in early June.The couple is staying at home until they are well.So far, Rodriguez is the first town council member to test positive for the upper respiratory disease, Clarisell De Cardenas, communications director for the town, said Wednesday.Rodriguez, 52, is a firefighter/paramedic in Coral Gables. He announced June 15 on Facebook that he had...

Imagine being a teacher who so inspired students that some pursued careers in education and returned to her school to work alongside her.And then consider a physical education teacher who motivated kids to exercise in the South Florida heat, and saw some of them grow up to become professional athletes.That teacher is Karen Baumholtz, and at the end of this month, she hangs up her whistle for good.“This is just the most beautiful...

The Town of Miami Lakes’ Annual Father’s Day Fishing Tournament will happen on June 20 this year, but organizers expect fewer anglers while the coronavirus continues to threaten residents’ health.Usually around 75 dads and kids show up with their poles.Still, the tradition will go on, and the town’s lakes and canals are full of fish just waiting to be caught.Apparently, the angler to beat is a little girl, “who always wins because she gets...

Miami Lakers have dealt with a lot in 2020 so far: a raging virus and the abrupt closures of schools and businesses in response to it. July 4th can’t come soon enough. The celebration of the birth of our nation will happen in Miami Lakes, but with a few twists to avoid crowds and protect residents from the coronavirus. The town council will approve final arrangements on June 16. During the 17th annual celebration, fireworks will...

The death of George Floyd while he was in police custody in Minneapolis prompted two weeks of marches, and some riots, around the country. On June 7, demonstrators assembled along Northwest 154th Street at Northwest 79th Court in Miami Lakes. Town residents and members of Miami Lakes United Methodist Church were among the protestors. Their signs carried messages such as “Sorry for the inconvenience, we are trying to change the...