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Welcoming Three Virtues Organization to the South Dade Chamber of Commerce

The South Dade Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Three Virtues Organization to our vibrant and growing Chamber community. Three Virtues Organization joins the Chamber with a strong commitment to making a positive impact and strengthening connections throughout South Dade. As a social service provider, the organization focuses on supporting families through prevention and […]

May Monthly Luncheon: Service Beyond the Uniform

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 […]

Empower South Dade: Creating Career & Business Opportunities Locally

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 […]

2026 ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING AND COLLEGE AND CAREER DECISION DAY

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 […]

Pinecrest’s New Blue Envelope Program Will Change Traffic Stops

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 […]

Pinecrest Swears In James E. McDonald to Fill Council Vacancy

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) […]