Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Tuesday measures that include bigger fines for dumping pollutants into waterways and new rules for septic tanks and agricultural runoff, though environmentalists said the rules don’t go far enough.
Promotes higher wages, better jobs for U.S. auto industry
Mayor Gimenez statement on additional closures related to Covid-19 surge:
Miami-Dade County Mayor Gimenez announced that he was sending Outreach Teams to County areas with high COVID infection rates.
Only guests staying in rooms are allowed access, and occupancy limits must be strictly observed.
Homestead City Councilmember Erica Avila was appointed February 19, 2020 to fill the final 20 month term of vacant Council seat #5.
During a virtual media roundtable with reporters today, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator David Pekoske joined leaders from three airport and airline industry associations to announce the agency’s “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure.” campaign. This campaign represents airpor…
Three Republican lawmakers who will leave office in November, including former Senate President Tom Lee, have applied for an opening on the Florida Public Service Commission.
After consulting with our County’s public health experts, I will be signing an emergency order on Saturday to close all beaches in Miami-Dade County starting Friday, July 3, and ending Tuesday, July 7. The closure may be extended if conditions do not improve and people do not follow New Norm…
Recently reopened bars have been ordered to stop serving alcohol for on-site consumption because of a spike in coronavirus cases, particularly among young adults, and non-compliance with social distancing rules.
Homestead City Council held a virtual meeting as the CRA Board prior on Wednesday June 17.
Homestead City Council virtual meeting on Wednesday June 17 was preceded by a lengthy CRA meeting. It was announced that twelve public comments were submitted that would become part of the record.
In light of the increase in positive COVID-19 cases seen in Homestead and across Miami-Dade County, the City of Homestead is reminding resident that the use of a face mask is mandatory when working in or visiting grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, construction sites, public transit
In the effort of finding ways to honor high school seniors who are missing traditional events, “Zoom” has rocketed into everyday language. Another local innovation has been partnering with the Homestead-Miami Speedway (HMS) which does have a great deal of space to accommodate “drive-thru” an…
In what seems to be, “Scholarship Month”, high school students from four schools were highlighted Friday, June 5, 2020 in the Mexican American Council (MAC) 36th Annual Farmworker Student Recognition and Candlelight Ceremony. Despite the need for virtual via Zoom and later posted to Facebook…
Among the many groups that provide scholarships to graduating seniors, one has the unique aspect of being the result of a high school reunion. In 2006, the Class of 1965 of South Dade Senior High School (SDSH) decided to get together on Tommy Guadagno’s Ranch in Madison, Florida, a location …
There have been many significant races in Homestead-Miami Speedway’s 25-year history. Its first races in 1995 heralded and aided the ongoing recovery of Homestead and South Florida from the devastation of Hurricane Andrew. For 18 years NASCAR Champions were crowned in each of the three premi…
The spectacular opening of the ShowBiz Entertainment Complex at Homestead Station last Fall was followed by enthusiastic crowds pouring inside for the arcade, bowling, their unique movie experience, and more. Barely four months later, the doors were closed for an unknown time in
Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell announced the release of $100 million in Federal Transit Administration (FTA) dollars for construction of the 20-mile BRT South Corridor Rapid Transit project from Dadeland South to 344th Street in Florida City.
After having to cancel their March races due to the Coronavirus, Homestead-Miami Speedway will host four races this weekend.  And they will be the first national sporting event in America to allow spectators - 1,000 South Florida service members, representing the Homestead Air Reserve Base a…
Homestead City Council held a virtual Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday June 9 with all members participating. COW meetings generally consider routine bills for payment or discussion of noncontroversial policy points.
Monday June 8 Miami-Dade County issued its 248 page Guidelines on The New Normal with rules for reopening commercial establishments.
This week begins the start of the 2020 Hurricane Season, and now more than ever, plans to get ready for it during this added element of COVID-19 were discussed during an online forum on May 28th.
On Sunday 7 June Homestead’s City Hall was the site of a Black Lives Matter demonstration. Beginning around 3pm a diverse and peaceful crowd held signs and occasionally joined in chants.
With the six-month Atlantic hurricane season starting Monday, emergency-management officials have changed how Florida will respond to storms as they grapple with the coronavirus pandemic.
Beginning Monday, June 8, 2020, additional businesses that were closed due to COVID-19 will be allowed to reopen with restrictions on capacity and requirements for social distancing and enhanced sanitation that will help to reduce the spread of COVID-19 while allowing Homestead’s economy to …
The Military Affairs Council, Inc. (MAC), was recently formed to promote goodwill between civilians and military of Homestead Air Reserve Base, Homestead, Florida. Its mission supports military objectives and goals, and enhances the quality of life for personnel and families in our communities.
Bars, tattoo shops and movie theaters can partially reopen Friday in most of the state, as Gov. Ron DeSantis moves into the second phase of his plan to revive the economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
King Jesus Haitian Church Ministry’s food distribution on Friday 29 May was rescheduled to 5 PM due to transportation problems. According to Carolyn Pates, the Ministry’s Community Outreach Liaison, “Over 20 volunteers from the Church and the community handed out 28,000 pounds of food suppli…
Family and friends of Wanda C. Brown joined together Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Branam Funeral Home to celebrate her life and express sorrow at her unexpected Friday, May 29, 2020 passing. Current circumstances limited the number of individuals present although the service was live-streamed.
In the wake of the riots protesting the recent Minneapolis death of George Floyd -- another black casualty of a white police officer -- I’m spent.
The virtual Homestead City Council meeting on Wednesday May 27 was preceded by a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) meeting. Homestead Council serves as the Board of the CRA.
The City of Homestead would like to alert its residents about scams that have been reported by Homestead Public Services customers. A supposed utilities representative calls a home or business and asks customers to make a utility payment over the phone by credit card or with a prepaid card o…
On the most solemn of our National Holidays, a Thomas Jefferson quote always comes to mind.
To ensure public health, New Normal Guidelines will be strictly enforced, including mask use and social distancing
For 25 local students, it is quite evident that they are on the fast track to success.
Starting Tuesday, May 26, the contractor is scheduled to close eastbound traffic along Campbell Drive from NW 1 Avenue to Krome Avenue to perform widening work. The closure will take place between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and last up to one week. Westbound traffic will be maintained. A detour will …
Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez has announced that the reopening of pools in condominium and apartment complexes and other private communities will coincide with the June 1st target date for the reopening of beaches. The pool reopenings will be subject to certain restrictions.
A 37-year-old Tavernier man turned away at the U.S. 1 checkpoint at Mile Marker 112.5 was arrested Thursday after kidnapping a 17-year-old girl in Homestead and forcing her to drive him through the checkpoint.
Four races to be run over two days; races to be held without spectators
Homestead-based Farm Share has been in high gear during the pandemic. Since March 1, the non-profit organization distributed nearly 7.9 million pounds of produce.
Memorial Day is yet another holiday where traditional large gatherings will not take place due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, new places are included in the latest phased re-opening.
FPL’s Turkey Point Units 3 and 4 passed the recent NRC safety inspection for 2019.
Mayor Carlos Gimenez announced Tuesday the implementation of Miami-Dade County's initial fiscal response to the impacts on small businesses brought on by the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Don’t miss the “Salute Flight” in honor of Memorial Day and to pay tribute to the dedicated first responders and healthcare professionals on the frontlines of the battle against COVID-19.
The number of state inmates who have tested positive for COVID-19 topped 1,000 on Friday, with a continued surge in cases at Homestead Correctional Institution in Miami-Dade County.
