I n an effort to combat the senseless gun violence that claims approximately 34 American lives every day, Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner has joined Mayors Against Illegal Guns, a national bipartisan coalition of more than 800 mayors. These leaders are committed to protecting their communities by keeping illegal guns and military-style weapons off streets and [...]
The Carrie Brazer Center for Autism Inc. has announced the re-location of its middle school, high school and vocational center to 16905 SW 100 Ave. The community is invited to tour the new center, meet with the staff and learn more about the outstanding programs at an open house on Saturday, Jan. 12, at 16905 [...]
The Junior Orange Bowl International Tennis Championship is underway and continues through Dec. 23 at Salvadore Park, the Biltmore Tennis Center, the University of Miami and the Crandon Park Tennis Center. The Junior OB is considered one of the most important and prestigious junior tennis tournaments in the world. Now in its 51st year, the [...]
Adding to the tradition of one of college football’s premier bowl games, platinum recording singer-songwriter Jake Owen will headline the Discover Halftime Show, while Xenia, participant on NBC’s hit show The Voice, will perform the National Anthem during the Discover Orange Bowl Countdown to Kick off at the 2013 Discover Orange Bowl on Jan. 1, [...]
Academy Award-winning actress, producer, director, best-selling author and children’s advocate Goldie Hawn offered the keynote address at the 12th annual United Way Women’s Leadership Breakfast on Nov. 7 at the BankUnited Center at the University of Miami. Since 2001, the community’s most powerful women gather at this annual breakfast, bringing together hearts and resources in [...]
Some 125 families from South Miami- Dade County enjoyed a Thanksgiving meal thanks to a group of volunteer parents, teachers and young children at Concordia Lutheran School in Kendall who are learning that through their hard work and generosity they can make a difference. “Angel Share Charity was born to inspire our children to develop [...]
Internationally collected artist David Schor, a resident of Palmetto Bay, and Pasta Del Giorno Restaurant, located at 8739 SW 136 St., across from The Falls, have combined to present a unique evening of art, cuisine and a special mixture of fun, entertainment and excitement. On Tuesday, Dec. 18, the dining room of Pasta Del Giorno [...]
The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce kicked off its South Florida “Good to Great” Awards application process on Monday, Nov. 12, with a luncheon onboard the Norwegian Sky cruise ship honoring the past 31 winners. BankUnited is the sponsor of the awards that celebrate those businesses that have demonstrated success in the community. Applications now [...]
The Miami-Dade Region of Jewish National Fund (JNF)has announced plans to support the construction of a new fire has announced plans to support the construction of a new fire station in Israel, on the Carmel Mountain Range, the site of the worst fire in Israel’s history. The plans for the new fire station were discussed [...]
Paul Borden, a founding member of SAMA (Southern Automotive Media Association) and past two-term president of the organization, is the 2012 recipient of the Terry Jackson Memorial Award. The award, named for the late automotive journalist, recognizes a member for outstanding service to SAMA and for contributions to the auto industry in South Florida. The [...]
The Scion FS-R, Hyundai Santa Fe and Ford Fusion Hybrid were named the top vehicles on display during the 42nd annual Miami International Auto Show (MIAS) by the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA). The nine-member SAMA judging panel awarded the sporty Scion FS-R the sixth annual “Star of the Show” trophy after deciding that it [...]
Paul Borden, a founding member of SAMA and past two-term President of the organization, is the 2012 recipient of the Terry Jackson Memorial Award. The award, named for the late auto journalist, recognizes a member for outstanding service to SAMA and for contributions to the auto industry in South Florida. The announcement and presentation of [...]
A unique fast-casual pasta joint called PastaBox has joined Brickell’s impressive culinary scene. PastaBox is a fresh concept from Magali and Stephane Vannier de Langre of Elevation Burger in Miami-Dade County. They are set to do for pasta what they have already done as innovative restaurateurs. “We are very proud to bring to Miami [...]
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) recently issued a consumer advisory after learning an entity posing as the DBPR allegedly is targeting license holders in a potential identity theft scam. An unsolicited email, which appears to be from the department, warns of pending disciplinary action against licenses. The email directs the recipient to [...]
