Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay ‘take a bite out of crime’
Each year, Citizens’ Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County holds an awards ceremony to honor citizens and police officers who have contributed to the well being and... Read more.
Meet Miss Palmetto Bay Teen USA 2013
It all started when Palmetto High 11th grader Stacy Beltran’s grandmother tried to coax Stacy’s 21-year old sister to compete in the Miss Florida USA pageant.... Read more.
Deering Estate regains lost wetlands
Canals are what make much of South Florida habitable. When constructed, primarily in the 1950s, our canal system allowed man to drain certain areas for housing and... Read more.
A perspective on Hurricane Andrew from Max Mayfield
It’s hard to believe, but Aug. 24 marked the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Andrew, a day engrained in the minds of most South Floridians. No one is more knowledgeable... Read more.
‘Nest’ is best home-improvement item available
As a Realtor, people always ask me for the best way to increase the value of their home. Sometimes, I recommend a kitchen renovation. Other times, it is landscaping... Read more.
Do ghosts walk among us?
If you’re looking for a different way to view South Florida, it is hard to argue with The Original Ghost Tours of Coconut Grove. On most Friday and Saturday nights,... Read more.
Eagle Scouts clean up Elliott Key
While many of us spent the Easter/ Passover weekend with family, Robert Steen rallied his troop (pun intended) to do some serious spring cleaning on Elliott Key.... Read more.