On July 1, 2023, House Bill 543, commonly known as “Permitless Carry,” goes into effect. This bill authorizes certain qualifying individuals to carry a concealed weapon or firearm in Florida without a concealed weapons or firearms license. The following are a few details that Miami-Dade Police Department wants you to know: To carry a concealed […]

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There are many reasons to adopt a pet rather than purchase one from a breeder or a pet shop. Animal Services has more than 650 pets available for adoption and is nearly at capacity. Every time an animal is adopted from the shelter, you are saving that animal’s life and opening up a space for […]

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Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust and the City of Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency are presenting a one-stop-shop housing homeownership event for aspiring homeowners. This resourceful event has everything you need to become a homeowner. From expert advice to financing options, we have it all. Join us for a day of learning, resource-sharing and networking with like-minded […]

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County offices and libraries will be closed Monday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the end of slavery in the country. County Services Countywide Events Thursday, June 14, 7 p.m.The Arsht Center’s Heritage Committee is proud to present the Juneteenth Juke Joint,a dynamic […]

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Miami-Dade County is the first community in the world to establish an official Heat Season, which runs from May 1 through Oct. 31. This initiative is critical to help us prepare and protect people, particularly the most vulnerable, from the threat of this ‘silent killer.’ If we combine all climate-related deaths, heat takes the largest […]

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Oranges with branches on table. Celebrate the arrival of summer and delicious tropical fruit at the Summer Fruit Festival. The festival takes place on Sunday, June 25, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Preston B. Bird/Mary Heinlein Fruit & Spice Park Enjoy a fun-filled day at this unique botanical garden, featuring an extensive […]

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Father’s Day is Sunday, June 18, so start planning now to make sure that the dad in your life knows how much you care. Here are some ideas for things to do to celebrate together: Hang up the “Gone Fishing” sign and head out to Deering Estate’s catch-and-release Father’s Day Fishing Cruise Learn or improve […]

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Community Action and Human Services Department’s (CAHSD) Summer Food Service Program provides free meals for children 18 and under from June 12 to Aug 16. Program Information:  Breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner are available No application necessary Hot and cold meals are available Meals are served on site at places such as parks, libraries, schools […]

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June is Pride Month to celebrate the LGBTQ community. During the month of June, the LGBTQ Board invites you to visit the Where Love is Illegal exhibit at the Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW 1st Street. The free exhibit will be on display in the lobby from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. A total […]

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As the hurricane season officially begins June 1, the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department is prepared to deliver essential services throughout the season. Our staff is committed to providing safe, top-quality drinking water and reliable sewer services to our more than 2.4 million customers year-round. The Department has taken steps to ensure that our resources […]

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