The Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce held elections and made appointments to fill some seats on its board, the business boosters announced during their March 12 luncheon.      Fred Senra stepped down as president of the chamber after leading it for nearly five years.           During his tenure, it has grown to 185 members, created a functioning website; launched an annual...

 The Education Advisory Board is calling for nominations for its annual Awards of Excellence, which recognize students who demonstrate exceptional dedication, leadership and service and make a positive impact on their school environment and beyond.       Students may be nominated in 10 categories. An educator may be nominated for Teacher of the Year.      Winners will be announced at a ceremony to...

Pedro Estopiñán  Business Development Specialist, Fision by Hotwire Communications  Homestead       “I can’t go out to a restaurant and find one that does not cook everything in seed oils,” Pedro Estopiñán said. “That’s the only thing I wish that was different at restaurants.”  Xiomara Castillo  Realtor Associate, The Keyes...

     The University of Florida named alumni Helen Roldan one of its 40 Gators Under 40 awardees for 2025.      “I’m honored,” Roldan said on March 14. “UF shaped a lot of my world view and things I’m passionate about. It’s special to go back to the university and be recognized. I hope I can do them proud.”      Honorees are chosen for their impact...

     How many Google calendars do you have?       Barbara Goleman Senior High School senior Hailie Prieto has five as she mentors hundreds of peers and manages her extra-curricular activities.      Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Town of Miami Lakes have both shined a light on the Miami Lakes teenager for her leadership and community service.      Councilman...