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M-DCPS launches awareness campaign to educate students on the dangers of fentanyl |
To ensure that students are educated about the dangers of the deadly drug fentanyl, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) recently launched a district-wide Fentanyl Awareness Education Campaign, which will include assemblies at all 62 district high schools.“Losing a child is the worst pain anyone can ever experience. We decided as a way of therapy to get involved in the solution,” said Greg Swan, founder and CEO of Fentanyl Fathers, whose son Drew died of a fentanyl overdose. “Thank you so much, M-DCPS. You’re way ahead because you don’t want this happening in your schools. Let’s make sure our scorecard is still a perfect zero at the end of this... Read More |
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School of Rock Doral Headlines Westend on 87’s Third Annual Fall Festival |
Westend on 87th – the family owned and operated retail destination that has served the Doral community for more than 20 years – hosted its 3rd Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 28th. School of Rock Doral, one of Westend on 87’s newest tenants, headlined the event with its house band performing a live concert for about 150 guests of all ages.The Fall Festival is one of many free events Westend on 87 offers throughout the year with the goal of contributing to the whole health and wellness of the Doral community.In addition to the live performances by School of Rock Doral’s House Band, this year’s... Read More |
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Tennis Legend Andre Agassi to Kick Off Inaugural South Beach Slam Pickleball Tournament |
Eight-time tennis Grand Slam winner Andre Agassi will open the inaugural South Beach Slam powered by Fisker pickleball tournament on Nov. 17 with a ribbon-cutting, photo opportunities and pickleball lessons and clinics for anyone who has preregisteredAgassi, a perennial trendsetter and crowd favorite on and off the court, will partner with the City of Miami Beach in making a major announcement at the ribbon-cutting to be held at 1665 Lenox Ave on Friday, Nov. 17 at 3:30 p.m. The announcement will position Miami Beach and Lincoln Road at the heart of sports tourism this February... Read More |
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Grant Miller Joins in the Fun at Berry Farm! |
Grant Miller Joins in the Fun at Berry Farm!
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Future Ready Scholarship Programto open doors to higher education |
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Miami Dade College (MDC) president Madeline Pumariega recently announced the launch of the Future Ready Miami-Dade Scholarship, a groundbreaking initiative that will provide Miami-Dade County residents the opportunity to complete an Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree at MDC with zero cost. The Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA) has announced a milestone for its Small Business Permit Clinic in Downtown Miami.Following the launch of the program in February, more than 150 small businesses have now received assistance to move their operation forward... Read More |
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The Jury is Out and the Verdict is In: The 2024 Coconut Grove Arts Festival is Flourishing |
The 2024 Coconut Grove Arts Festival (CGAF), returning for its 60th year, Feb. 17-19, is painting a picture of success in the fine arts community. Key outcomes of its artist selection process in advance of the annual three-day event over Presidents’ Day weekend indicate that the beloved arts festival is emerging as one the most highly sought after shows in the nation. The exhaustive evaluation process conducted by CGAF’s hand-selected professional jury panel came to a close Oct. 18, culminating in the selection of 285 top artists from around the world to be invited to exhibit at the 2024 festival... Read More |
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Grant Miller Joins the Sebastian Strong Gala! |
Grant Miller Joins the Sebastian Strong Gala! |
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The ‘Love-Art-Football’ exhibit opens in honor of D’Sean Perry |
For the first time in South Florida, the South Dade Black History Center Advisory Board (SDBHCAB) paid tribute to the late South Florida football star D’Sean Perry, who tragically lost his life in a shooting at the University of Virginia in 2022. Perry’s memory was honored through the “Love-Art-Football” exhibit during an opening night reception on Oct. 27 at the South Dade Black History Center, Larcenia J. Bullard Plaza, 14508 Lincoln Blvd. The event was organized to showcase Perry’s dual passions as his family approaches the one-year anniversary of his passing... Read More |
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The Community Voice welcomes Dr. Steven Fein Medical Director of Fem Infusion Centers by HemeOnCall |
Host Fara Sax, The Community Voice welcomes Dr. Steven Fein Medical Director of Fem Infusion Centers by HemeOnCall |
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Be Strong International Host Michelle Shirley welcomes Kerry-Anne Royes |
Be Strong International Host Michelle Shirley welcomes Kerry-Anne Royes, President & CEO of YWCA South FloridaWatch Now! |
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Tax Collector announces 4% discount on property tax bills starting Nov. 1 |
Miami-Dade County property owners soon will receive their property tax bills from the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector. Payments will be accepted beginning Wednesday, Nov. 1. Property owners are strongly encouraged to take advantage of early payment discounts by the respective monthly deadlines: • 4 percent discount for all payments received by Nov. 30; • 3 percent discount for all payments received by Dec. 31; • 2 percent discount for all payments received by Jan. 31, 2024, and • 1 percent discount for all payments received by Feb. 29, 2024... Read More |
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The Community Voice welcomes Allison Mulder Development Associate, DCC Corporate |
Host Fara Sax, The Community Voice welcomes Allison Mulder Development Associate, DCC Corporate |
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Coral Gables Plumbingnears 100 years of service |
Coral Gables Plumbing will celebrate its 100-year anniversary in just three years, having been founded in 1926. That makes the family-owned company nearly as old as Coral Gables itself. And although Coral Gables Plumbing moved outside the boundary of The City Beautiful years ago, much of the company’s work takes place within the Gables, although they provide their signature high quality service throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe... Read More |
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Gulliver Prep teacher Gary Sheckman to retire after 51 years in classroom |
Gary Sheckman can thank his older brother for the satisfying 51-year career the younger Sheckman has spent teaching school. “My brother was a teacher and I thought, ‘if he likes teaching, then I will like it too,’” Sheckman said. “I’ve taught nearly every subject from elementary school to senior high school and have always been grateful that I chose a career in education. ”In May 2024, Sheckman will retire from Gulliver Prep where he has taught U.S. History to fifth graders for 12 years. Previously, he was an educator for Miami-Dade County Public Schools for 39 years, launching his teaching career in 1973 and finishing it at Coral Reef Senior High School... Read More
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M-DCPS magnet program prepares students for veterinary careers |
Bottle feeding kittens, grooming dogs, and breeding goats are not activities most people associate with a high school program. In the Veterinary Assistant program at John A. Ferguson Senior High School, students learn firsthand how to care, treat and handle all types of animals, in addition to learning about the veterinary field. “I’m so proud of the students in this program,” said Ferguson principal Wendy Barnett.“They build friendships, and they learn skills to meet the needs of these animals. Many of them either end up working at veterinarian offices or in areas related to animals. ”The program... Read More |
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With the launch of the Better Bus Network, all modes of Miami-Dade Transit will be fare-free from Nov. 13 through Dec. 31 |
As part of the roll out of Miami-Dade County’s rider-led Better Bus Network, the most significant bus service transformation in County history, all Miami-Dade Transit modes, including STS and MetroConnect, will be fare-free starting on November 13 through December 31, to ease the transition for riders and encourage new riders to use the new and improved system. The Better Bus Network includes major improvements to make our service more effective, frequent, and reliable, providing quicker connections for residents to major employers, educational institutions, and healthcare providers... Read More
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Holidays in Wonderland: A Lewis Carroll Story at Deering Estate |
This year, the Deering Estate’s Historic Holiday Décor celebrates the holiday season with décor inspired by the fantastical world of Lewis Carroll. Led by Deering Estate Designer-in-Residence, Alfredo Brito, each room of the Stone House and Richmond Cottage will feature whimsical holiday decorations by premiere local interior designers that will bring to life the colorful characters and topsy-turvy world of Wonderland. Carroll’s beloved characters including Alice, White Rabbit, Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts will be featured in several of the historic rooms and galleries and hand-decorated holiday trees. Highlights of this year’s décor will include an imagined recreation of Carroll’s literary studio, a table set for Mad Tea Party, and many other surprises... Read More
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2024 BMW M8 Coupe deserves your attention |
I like the simple and elegant design when you sit behind the wheel. The central information display boasts a 12.3-inch screen, so you get the most out of BMW’s intuitive iDrive — complete with exclusive sporty designs and layouts. A combination of black full merino leather with “sakhir orange alcantara” cloth upholstery is available, which looks and feels great. The standard adaptive M suspension and active M differential respond to every driving scenario — optimizing dynamics from smooth to sporty. And the intelligent “M xDrive” adapts power distribution with distinct 4WD, 4WD Sport, and 2WD modes.. . Read More |
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