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Waste Management Waste Watch Program in Florida
Waste management drivers are also serving as an extra set of eyes and ears for local law enforcement. They’re able to report any suspicious activity they may witness during their routes, thanks to a program started in 2010. During their scheduled route on Marco Island, Emelio Medal and his...
Scientists find sea surface temps in South Florida estuaries are hotter than oceans around the world
TAMPA, Fla. - Florida’s marine life could use some relief from the heat as University of South Florida marine scientists are finding that sea surface temperatures in South Florida estuaries and coastal waters are hotter than oceans around the world. As heat waves spell trouble for critical habitats like...
Horsey Florida town’s council OKs controversial development in equestrian preserve
The best job I ever had was as an assistant horse wrangler at a summer camp. I liked it for two reasons: One, I got paid to ride horses on wooded trails every day. And two, if anything went wrong, I wasn’t responsible, because I was just the assistant. I mention this to explain that […]
Miami's Oldest Ice Cream Parlor Expands for the First Time to Palmetto Bay
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Key Biscayne's K-8 Center among schools that will continue receiving after-school meals
As students return to school this week, the Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) announced that more than 295 schools in the district, including Key Biscayne K-8 Center, will continue to receive after-school meals. The “Afterschool Meals Program,” is a sub-component of the Child Care Food Program under the U.S. Department...
LYNKD magazine named finalist for Sunshine State Awards
LYNKD magazine, created by faculty, staff and students in the College of Communication and Design, has been named a finalist in three categories by the Society of Professional Journalists Sunshine State Awards. Lynn's nomination against professional publications is a testament to the collaborative spirit that drives members of the College...
Boca Raton medical lab owner defrauded Medicare out of $15 million. Here's how he'll pay.
WEST PALM BEACH — A federal judge sentenced the owner of a Boca Raton medical lab to prison Friday for defrauding Medicare out of more than $15 million. Prosecutors said Robert Matthew Clark, 30, paid kickbacks and bribes to a network of doctors willing to prescribe over-the-counter COVID-19 test kits and genetic tests...
PFL 8 weigh-in results, staredown videos from Hollywood | Kasanganay vs Silveira
The 2024 Professional Fighters League (PFL) playoffs continue tomorrow (Fri. Aug. 16, 2024) inside Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood, Florida with the light heavyweights and lightweights taking center stage. In the main event of the evening, Impa Kasanganay takes on Josh Silveira, while Rob Wilkinson faces Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov.
Oh, babies. New Dr Seuss Babies merchandising line includes everything from board books to diapers
NEW YORK – The latest Dr. Seuss releases are designed for the very youngest audience. On Thursday, Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Random House Children's Books announced the launch of Dr. Seuss Babies, which includes interactive board books, a video series called “Learn to Read” and even a line of diapers, onesies and feeding solutions.
MDC President Featured On Forbes’ 50 Over 50 Innovation List
Madeline Pumariega, who has served as Miami Dade College’s president since 2021, is featured on Forbes’ 50 Over 50, a special issue recognizing women 50 years old or older who are impacting the world. The 57-year-old MDC alumna was spotlighted in the innovation category for championing innovation in...
"Witnessing Eden" Photo Exhibit by Fernandez & Gonzalez-Graupera Coming to Miami's Deering Estate this September
At Miami's Deering Estate, the exhibition "Witnessing Eden," featuring photographers Tony Fernandez and Jorge Gonzalez-Graupera and curated by Liliam Dominguez, is set to debut. Running from September 8 through November 10, the Great Hall Gallery in the Stone House will host an array of photographs that explore into the intimate connection between humanity and its environment. Fans of visual storytelling can mark their calendars for the opening reception scheduled on September 8 at 4 p.m., registration is available online.
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