FIFA has selected Miami-Dade as a host city for the 2026 World Cup, with local matches scheduled at Hard Rock Stadium in June and July 2026. Miami was selected from 16 cities across the United States that submitted bids to host World Cup matches.  As Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava put it, “Miami-Dade is […]

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Come and celebrate the return of Miami-Dade’s Hometown Heroes Parade and Festival on Oct. 28 at Tropical Park. This free family event begins at noon, featuring a first responders’ parade at 6 p.m., and concludes with an evening fireworks display. Celebrate our local heroes, including firefighters, police, healthcare workers and more. Visit the Hometown Heroes website Originally published at […]

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Three spooky little ghosts Halloween doesn’t have to give you goosebumps. Celebrate Halloween at one of the many haunted happenings throughout our County, and read safety tips to ensure that you have a fun, safe Halloween. Events Events at Miami-Dade ParksMiami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces will be hosting numerous family-friendly events, including Trunk […]

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On Wednesday, October 25, Miami-Dade County is set to announce Mayor Daniella Levine Cava’s Broadband and Digital Equity Plan. This plan is a fundamental component of her Future Ready strategy, which lays out a comprehensive six-point approach aimed at bridging the digital divide and ensuring equal access and opportunities for all residents of Miami-Dade County. […]

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Working with the North Miami Police Department and the North Miami Beach Police Department in early 2023, the Intracoastal District developed a plan to reduce gun violence in all three jurisdictions. The strategy relies on sharing information between all three agencies, and input from officers and supervisors who are familiar with the trouble spots, and […]

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Come out Oct. 28-29 to the Fruit & Spice Park for the Tropical Heritage Fest. Celebrate farming and growing and explore our South Florida agricultural heritage. This festival features food demos, sangria tastings, talks, a kids cook-off, a farmer-themed costume contest and a lot more. Bring the whole family out to eat drink and meet […]

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What would a day without water look like? No “Cafecito,” no shower, and no bathroom breaks! “Imagine a Day Without Water” is a national day of action observed this year on Oct. 19 that brings together diverse stakeholders to highlight how water is essential, invaluable, and in need of investment. Now in its ninth year, […]

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Pawventures Foster Fieldtrips is an innovative program that allows everyone to interact with a new furry friend. Getting dogs out of the shelter for a few hours on a field trip can improve their overall well-being, increase adoption chances and help our shelter get a more well-rounded snapshot of dogs’ behavior. When you take a […]

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Water chlorination The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department has scheduled its Annual Chlorine Conversion for October 16-29. The chlorine conversion is an annual event that is scheduled each year in partnership with the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County and the Miami-Dade Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER), when WASD temporarily changes the […]

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Be a part of the change you want to see in your workplace by completing the 2024 Best Places to Work Survey.  The Human Resources Department is working with an independent firm, Quantum Workplace, Inc., to receive feedback that will be used to guide changes that can help make the County a more rewarding workplace […]

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