The South Dade Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its May Monthly Luncheon, “Service Beyond the Uniform,” bringing together military leaders, business professionals, elected officials, and community members for an inspiring afternoon focused on leadership, sacrifice, and service. The luncheon spotlighted the continued contributions of service members whose impact reaches far beyond military duty and into […]

The South Dade Chamber of Commerce is proud to launch Military Appreciation Day at LoanDepot Park on July 10, 2026, in partnership with the Miami Marlins and regional community partners. This special initiative will honor active-duty military members, veterans, and military families while bringing together businesses, community leaders, and residents for an evening centered on […]

The Town of Cutler Bay is proud to announce that Public Works Director Alfredo Quintero Jr. was named the 2026 Public Works Director of the Year at the American Public Works Association (APWA) Florida Public Works Expo in Tampa. This prestigious honor, voted on by his peers, recognizes career excellence, leadership, and community service among […]

The South Dade Chamber of Commerce proudly partnered with the Economic Development Council (EDC), to have community leaders, businesses, and workforce organizations for the recent Empower South Dade: Business & Career Opportunities Expo at Miami Dade College Homestead Campus — a powerful event centered on opportunity, connection, and community growth. With over 200 registered attendees […]

South Dade showed up in a big way for the grand opening and Ribbon Cutting of Sushi Sake Homestead, located at 5 S. Flagler Avenue in Homestead. The celebration delivered an unforgettable evening filled with energy, excitement, and unmistakable community pride. Business leaders, elected officials, residents, Chamber members, and community supporters gathered to officially welcome […]

AN AEDES AEGYPTI MOSQUITO RESTS ON THE SURFACE OF STANDING WATER. SOUTH FLORIDA’S MOST COMMON MOSQUITO SPECIES BREEDS IN CONTAINERS RATHER THAN CANALS, LAYING EGGS ON THE INNER WALLS OF ANY VESSEL HOLDING WATER. THOSE EGGS CAN SURVIVE UP TO EIGHT MONTHS WITHOUT MOISTURE South Florida’s warm, wet climate makes Miami-Dade County one of the […]

At the School Board Meeting of May 13, 2026, School Board Member Luisa Santos proffered agendaitem B-3, recognizing 2026 Academic Scholarship Signing and College and Career Decision Day.Since 2010, Florida has observed the third Tuesday in April as Academic Scholarship Signing Day tohonor high-achieving students. Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has expanded this viaSchool Board […]

The Village of Pinecrest Police Department recently launched the Blue Envelope Program, a proactive initiative to improve communication between police officers and motorists with developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), during traffic stops. Traffic stops are common, but they can be highly stressful, especially for drivers with sensory sensitivities. Research shows that individuals with […]

Councilmember McDonald was officially sworn in by the Village Clerk on April 20, 2026. The Village of Pinecrest is pleased to announce the swearing-in of James E. McDonald, who will serve as Councilmember, Seat 3, following his nomination and confirmation by the Village Council in April 2026, for the time remaining in the unexpired term, pursuant to Section 2.5(c)(ii) […]

THE HONORABLE SCHOOL BOARD VICE CHAIR AND DISTRICT 8 REPRESENTATIVE MS. MONICA COLUCCI WAS RECOGNIZED BY THE FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (FHSAA) FOR HER SERVICE AS PRESIDENT OF THE FHSAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS FROM 2023 TO 2025 At the April 22, 2026, School Board Meeting, Vice Chair Monica Colucci was formally recognized by the […]