Countywide Newsletter
June 20, 2025
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Pitbull + Mayor Daniella Levine-Cava = Leadertainment |
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Starting in the 2025–26 school year, a groundbreaking educational partnership will launch in Miami, combining innovation, entrepreneurship, and student empowerment. Strive305, SLAM Miami, and Community Newspapers are joining forces on a project that’s sure to make both Pitbull and Mayor Daniella Levine Cava proud.
At the heart of the collaboration is the creation of entrepreneurial audio content produced by Strive305 Ambassadors and distributed via SLAM Radio—America’s only satellite radio station operated entirely by middle and high school students. Broadcast nationwide to an audience of over 35 million, SLAM Radio is based on the SLAM Miami campus and led by veteran broadcaster Larry “The Amigo” Milian.
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Take a Look at What Shoma Group is Planning in Fountainbleau – We Think You’ll Like It |
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It’s not every day you come across a development that actually feels like it was made with the community in mind—but this time, Shoma Group really got it right. They’ve taken the time to listen to their neighbors and local residents, and the result is something that feels more like a community upgrade than just another apartment complex.
They’re keeping the lake, not only for how it looks but also because it helps with drainage. They’re making improvements to nearby roads to help traffic flow better—not worse. And they’re adding a public park that will include permanent works of art for everyone to enjoy. It’s thoughtful touches like these that make a big difference.
Shoma has been a big part of making Fountainbleau the great neighborhood it is today, and this new project feels like the final piece of the puzzle.
They’d love for you to come out, take a look at what’s being planned, and share your feedback. It’s open to the public, and it’s a great chance to see how this project could benefit the whole area.
We think it’s worth a look—and you just might agree!
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Grant Miller attends the grand opening of Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders in Palmetto Bay! |
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Grant Miller attends the ChamberSOUTH Legislative Luncheon at the AC Hotel Miami Dadeland! |
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Grant Miller attends the Miami-Dade County League of Cities 71st Gala! |
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Fara Sax with Teresa Murphy: Stroke Survivor & Breast Cancer Dragon Boat Champion |
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The BeStrong Intl. Show with guest, Yesenia Moreno, Managing Partner at New Edge Associate |
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In Conversation With: Danielle Barreras on Early Literacy and The Children’s Trust Book Club |
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Camp Sol Taplin Registration Is Underway At MARJCC |
Known for its camping excellence built over its 48- year history, Camp Sol Taplin of the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center is gearing up for another summer of fun, friendship, excitement, and learning. With the summer camp season running from June 9 – August 8, approximately 25 different camp options are being offered for grades PreK4 – 11, in addition to the summer programs falling under the MARJCC’s Early Childhood Academy that serves its youngest campers, age 2 months – PreK 4.
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EdFed Empowers 15 High School Seniors with Four-Year College Scholarships |
Educational Federal Credit Union (EdFed) awarded 15 Hubert O. Sibley 2 + 2 Florida Prepaid Tuition Scholarships to college-bound high school seniors at a special ceremony on May 22. EdFed’s Board of Directors and President and CEO Michael DiBenedetto hosted the students and their loved ones at EdFed’s headquarters...
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This year’s 2025 Hubert O. Sibley 2 + 2 Florida Prepaid Tuition Scholarship winners.
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U.S. Century Bank EVP Appointed to Board of ArtesMiami |
U.S. Century Bank is proud to announce that Martha Guerra-Kattou, Executive Vice President and Director of Sales and Marketing, has been elected to the board of ArtesMiami, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting Hispanic artists and cultural organizations in South Florida.
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Kids Making Waves in Coconut Grove Sailing Club’s Youth Program |
At first glance, the Coconut Grove Sailing Club (CGSC) is an unassuming sailing center tucked along Biscayne Bay. But on any given weekend, the waters just offshore come alive with bright sails – and even brighter smiles, as kids from the neighborhood and beyond learn to cruise, race, and build lifelong confidence through CGSC’s youth sailing program.
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ZOO MIAMI GALAPAGOS TORTOISE CELEBRATES BEING A FATHER FOR THE FIRST TIME AT AGE 135! |
On this Father’s Day, June 15th, Zoo Miami’s oldest animal celebrated his 135th birthday! His name is “Goliath,” and he is a Galapagos tortoise that weighs 517 pounds! Up until this prior week, he had not fathered any offspring. That changed when after 128 days of incubation, one egg out of a clutch of 8 that was laid January 27th, successfully hatched on June 4th! Not only is this the first offspring for Goliath, but it is also the first time in the history of Zoo Miami that a Galapagos tortoise has hatched, making this an historic event on multiple levels!
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Dr. Carlos Wolf is a partner at Miami Plastic Surgery and is board certified.
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The Key to Safe and Satisfying Injectable Treatments: Open Communication and Clear Documentation |
In this edition of our Q&A column, a patient writes to Dr. Wolf expressing some confusion about the wide variety of facial fillers offered at different practices. Having visited several facial plastic surgeons, dermatologists, and med spas, they’ve encountered differing products each time and are curious about the reasons behind the variations. The patient asks: “Should I be worried if one uses a different filler than another?” Dr. Wolf explains why this variability exists and how.
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The Education Fund Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation in Public Education |
The Education Fund marked four decades of impact with its annual “For the Love of Art” Charity Auction & Honoree Celebration presented by Ocean Bank (Member-FDIC) on May 20 at Jungle Island. The event brought together business leaders, educators, and art enthusiasts to support arts education in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Guests bid on...
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Ave Maria Preps For 2025 Hurricane Season |
During the 2024 hurricane season, the west coast of Florida experienced a record three devastating storms, sparking a renewed focus on preparedness at Ave Maria. The master planned development in Collier County experienced zero damage despite the extreme 2024 season and, as a result, is highlighting safety as a reason more residents choose the community.
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Made with America: The Leading Appliance Brands Committed to U.S. Manufacturing |
The experts at AJ Madison, the industry’s foremost appliance authority representing over 150 brands, have identified the leading appliance brands committed to manufacturing in the U.S. In an industry shaped by global supply chains, a standout group of appliance manufacturers continues to uphold a powerful commitment: to design, engineer, and manufacture products with America at their core. These brands don’t just operate in the United States—they build in American communities...
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Fighting Obesity One Family at a Time | Healthy Cooking at Centro Mater 🍽 |
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Behind The Wheel with Grant Miller! |
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Size Meets Style in The Chevy Suburban RST |
After decades of hauling America’s families, the Chevrolet Suburban has earned its stripes among the best full-size SUVs. The 2025 RST trim takes this legacy and wraps it in a package that’s equal parts family hauler and suburban statement piece.
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