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Monday, Oct. 9, declared Miccosukee Day

Monday, Oct. 9, declared Miccosukee Day

As just one of the many indigenous tribes who once called the Florida peninsula home, the Miccosukee have made significant social, political, and economic contributions to Miami-Dade County, encompassing their ancestral lands.   In honor and recognition of the strength and endurance of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, the Miami-Dade Board of County […]

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Making strides in the fight against breast cancer

Making strides in the fight against breast cancer

Participants in the MSABC walk wearing pink Every October, Miami-Dade County comes together to raise awareness around breast cancer. Since 2007, the County, in partnership with the American Cancer Society, has raised over $2.5 million for breast cancer research.  On Saturday, Oct. 28, County residents will gather at loanDepot Park for the annual Making Strides […]

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New traffic pattern at Haulover Beach Park starting Oct. 3

New traffic pattern at Haulover Beach Park starting Oct. 3

Due to construction, the Main Entrance/Entrance #3 at Haulover Beach Park will be closed. Oct. 3 – Oct. 5 Northbound traffic will proceed to Entrance #4 to use the temporary access road Southbound traffic will still be able to use the SB-RT lane View map of closures Oct. 6 – Oct. 10 Southbound will be […]

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Miami-Dade County offices are closed Monday, Oct. 9. for Columbus Day

Miami-Dade County offices are closed Monday, Oct. 9. for Columbus Day

On Monday, Oct. 9, County offices, courts, libraries and the the Pet Adoption and Protection Center will be closed for the Columbus Day holiday. Closings Services Solid Waste Management will run regular garbage and recycling pickup services Miami-Dade Transit services – Metrobus, Metrorail, and Metromover – will operate on a regular weekday schedule Special Transportation Services […]

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Find your perfect match

Find your perfect match

Find your perfect match at the Mega-Match-a-Thon. The 2023 Mega Match-A-Thon kicks off on Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. for a non-stop 12-hour, one-of-a-kind pet adoption festival at the Pet Adoption and Protection Center located at 3599 NW 79 Avenue, Doral, FL 33122. The family-friendly pet adoption pets-travaganza helps pet lovers connect, fall in love […]

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In Latest Contribution to Miami-Dade Police Department, Milton Family Creates a Stable Home for Mounted Patrol Unit

In Latest Contribution to Miami-Dade Police Department, Milton Family Creates a Stable Home for Mounted Patrol Unit

For 14 years, a section of horse stalls at the Tropical Park Equestrian Center went unused, except as a storage space for landscaping tools, broken cabinets, dusty boxes stuffed with papers, and any other assorted detritus that could be crammed inside. The Center was the home of the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Mounted Patrol Unit until […]

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Prepare for King Tides in coastal and low-lying areas

Prepare for King Tides in coastal and low-lying areas

The King Tides are the highest predicted high tides of the year. Technically called “perigean spring tides,” King Tides occur in both the spring and fall seasons. In fact, the highest tides in southeast Florida occur in the fall, in part because the water is warmer and the seasonal winds drive water levels higher at that […]

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Nature Camps available throughout the year at Parks

Nature Camps available throughout the year at Parks

Let your child explore the outdoors at a Miami EcoAdventures day camp. Children have an opportunity to connect with nature, make friends, and have fun all while developing their interests outdoors. These camps are packed with fun and educational programming such as science experiments, hiking, noncompetitive games, archery and more. Camps are available during winter, […]

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The Independent Civilian Panel seeks community input about policing efforts

The Independent Civilian Panel seeks community input about policing efforts

The survey will aid the Independent Civilian Panel collect feedback and evaluate the effectiveness of past performance and identify issues from the Miami-Dade Police Department. Residents are encouraged to take part in the Community Relations Survey. The community survey includes questions such as: To what extent does your law enforcement agency work together with community […]

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Amended noise ordinance affects builders and contractors

Amended noise ordinance affects builders and contractors

Builders and contractors need to take note of Miami-Dade County’s amended noise ordinance, affecting work done at or near residences in unincorporated parts of the county.  In May of 2023, the county amended sections 21-28, prohibiting the operation of noise-producing construction equipment and machinery at or near residences, including multi-family residences, between the hours of […]

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