American Legion awards character medals to students in Miami Lakes

Featured By Linda Trischitta and Alexandra Herrera Wednesday, June 18, 2025

     American Legion Post 144 gave awards to students in local schools during graduation season. The recognition is the highest honor the Legion presents to American youth. Recipients display six qualities, American Legion Post 144...

Apply until Feb. 28 for Miami-Dade County Mom and Pop Business Grants

Business By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Small Business owners in Miami-Dade County’s District 13 can now apply to receive up to $2,500 in grant funding.

The deadline to submit applications to Sen. René García’s office in Friday, Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. at the District 13 Office, 1490 W. 68th St., Suite 101 in Hialeah, FL 33014. Some requirements listed on the county website:

  • All businesses must be located in the specified county commission district
  • Must be a for-profit business
  • Must not be part of a national chain
  • A physical address is required
  • Supporting documentation must be provided (W-9, Municipal Local Business Tax Certificate, any applicable licenses, etc.) 
  • Home-based businesses can apply

Applications can be downloaded online at https://buff.ly/3EIi1QF.  For additional information, contact Victoria Goss at 305-756-0605.