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West Kendall Plaza Colombian Ground-Breaking!
Many gathered in West Kendall for the ground-breaking ceremony for the new Plaza Colombian, at Westwind Lakes Park on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009. The Colombian community in Florida has reached over 375,000, and their culture is an intricate part of the the South Florida area. The new plaza will be a center celebrating and embracing the [...]
Continue reading...Bal Harbour Beach Renourishment Begins
21. May 2009
After the Memorial Day weekend through Monday, May 25th, the city will begin the renourishment of the Bal Harbour, Sunny Isles, and Miami Beaches. This comes after a great concern of the local ecosystem and the toll that erosion has take on the local beaches, as well as the need for locals and vacationers to [...]
Continue reading...Obama’s Proposed Budget Includes Miami Dade Beach Restorations
8. May 2009
Good news for environmental gurus and beach goers! The 2010 federal budget proposed includes a little extra help for eroded beaches in South Florida. The years of wear and tear from outside pollutants on our beautiful beaches certainly has taken its toll. This deterioration of quality beaches not only affects those who are happy-go-lucky sun-bathers, but the [...]
Continue reading...The Grove Slam! – Miami Fishing Tournament
2. May 2009
Do not miss this Miami fishing tournament May 2nd! The Grove Slam! is expected to be a hit, both on and off the shores. With sponsors like Bacardi and Miller Lite, how can you not expect a great day! The Tournament will be held today, May 2nd, with the official start at 7am. So get your [...]
Continue reading...Art of the Youth! Deering Estate Art Exhibit features Local Miami Dade Students
27. April 2009
Art galleries in Miami are not all created equal. Especially when you have the opportunity to see the art from local Miami-Dade students and the youth of your community! Starting April 15th through May 11th, Deering Estates will have a wide range of art on display, portraying the work of the students from public and private [...]
Continue reading...Heart of West Kendall
26. March 2009
The developing area of West Kendall recently has defined itself, with its center being at Southwest 137th Avenue. For quite some time this area had been known as “too far west”, as development of local malls, businesses, and supermarkets were few and far between. Now, Southwest 137th Avenue seems to be the connecting route for those living in [...]
Continue reading...Homes in Liberty City going “Green”
25. March 2009
Purchasing your first home can be exciting, though challenging, considering budget limitations and what you can and can’t afford. But could you imagine your very first home being a brand new, low-cost, energy efficient, ”green” home? These new homes in Liberty City, which are scheduled to be completed this year, are just that. Green LEED certified, and affordable. How [...]
Continue reading...Florida Keys Seven Mile Bridge Due For Repairs
16. March 2009
The Seven Mile Bridge, connecting Marathon to Little Duck Key, is one of the longest bridges in existence. And do not be fooled by the name, as this bridge is actually only 6.79 miles long (close enough I guess). But those who travel through the Florida Keys know how important this bridge is, and tremble [...]
Continue reading...Heat versus Celtics – Tonight!
11. March 2009
After leaving a bitter cold Boston area with a temperature of 23 degrees, the Celtics will certainly be happy to travel to Miami for their game against the Heat tonight. The Celtics will being going into this game tonight with much tension, having 5 regular players currently unable to play due to injuries. And with Wade’s [...]
Continue reading...Calle Ocho – Carnaval Miami 2009 is here!
10. March 2009
It is that time again! Come celebrate Latin culture in Miami at the Calle Ocho Festival, a part of the 2-week Carnaval Miami event. This will be one of the biggest street parties you will ever be a part of, as you walk the street filled with vendors offering Latin foods of every flavor, musical performances on every [...]
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23. July 2009
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