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Miami Springs News
Sleep Helps Reduce Stress Levels
Not only can sleep reduce your stress level, but sleep is how your body repairs itself. For this reason, getting an adequate amount of sleep can result in a stronger immune system, making it...
TGK Expansion Update: Nightmare Avoided, But Issues Persist
GOOD NEWS
The Turner Guilford Knight (TGK Jail) will not see an increase in jail beds. I'll repeat. The TGK facility will NOT see an increase in jail beds. Instead, the increase in jail beds...
No More Mask, No Social Distancing if Fully Vaccinated – CDC
According to the CDC, "fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business...
VIDEO: Miami Springs Doctor Arrested for Hate Crime Claims She Was Victim
An article by David Ovalle (of Miami Springs) and published in The Miami Herald reports that the Miami Springs doctor that was arrested last fall for a hate crime at the Hialeah Drive Publix claims...
Have my clothes gotten smaller?
Our weighty ills are propelled by our soda habit. Pepsi Cola has rolled out a limited-time launch of a new coffee-cola beverage, called Pepsi Cafe®. The roasted Arabica coffee-infused drink comes in two flavors, original and...
Milam’s Markets is Renovating the Miami Springs Store
Milam's Markets has been dedicated to the Miami Springs Community for years. And the Milam family continues to show their commitment with an all new investment for a complete makeover coming to the Miami...
Arrested: Alleged Bank Robber Arrested at 36 Street Hotel
Another arrest at a 36th Street hotel.
According to the Miami Springs Police Department, William Morris was arrested on May 1st on an active Federal Fugitive Warrant. According to the police, Mr. Morris was wanted...
Street Named in Honor of Sebastian Ortiz
Sebastian Ortiz left this world too early, but his legacy continues through the hard work of his devoted parents and the SebastianStrong Foundation.
Today, Miami-Dade County and the City of Miami Springs added to the...
Fr. Alfaro Leaving Blessed Trinity – Fr. Hualpa Takes Over
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM FR. ALFARO, BLESSED TRINITY
Dear Parish Family,
This is the time of the year in which there are many momentous occasions. There are countless Graduations, Ordinations, First Communions, Confirmations, etc. All these...
Hialeah Hospital Celebrates National Hospital and Healthcare Week
National Hospital and Healthcare Week is May 9-15, a week specifically set aside to celebrate hospitals and show thanks and appreciation to those who work in them, for the vital role they play in...
List of City Projects: Which Should Stay? Which Should Go?
In preparation for a workshop meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 5 (Cinco de Mayo), the City Manager published his list of short / long term planning initiatives. Here's a rundown of the...
MSSH Baseball Golden Hawks Win District Championship
Congratulations to the Miami Springs Senior High Golden Hawks men's baseball team on their recent district championship. The Hawks beat St. Brendan 9-4 to secure the district championship. Next stop...Regionals!
Go Hawks!
District Champions. Great win...
COVID Cases Continue Decline
Our zip code had the lowest number of new cases in the last 6 months; Just 62 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 7 days. In Miami Springs we estimate we had just...
2 Men Shot Across from Miami Springs at Okeechobee Motel
Anyone who's lived in the area for a long time knows that the Palacio Inn located on Okeechobee Road has hosted some sketchy looking characters. According to local media reports, 2 men were shot...
COVID-19 Testing Now Available at the Lions Club
The Miami Springs Lions Club is offering FREE COVID-19 Drive Thru testing. Testing will be available weekdays from 9am to 5pm through May 28th.
The Miami Springs Lions Club is located at 301 Swallow Drive...
MSPD Adds Officer Natasha Hernandez to the Force
The Miami Springs Police Department has a new police officer in their ranks and her name is Natasha Hernandez. The former Police Dispatcher and FIU graduate was sworn in at Monday's Miami Springs City...
Another 36th Street Accident Caught on Camera
This is yet another video of an accident at NW 36th Street and Curtiss Parkway. In this case a motorcycle is heading westbound on NW 36th Street entering Virginia Gardens. That's when an eastbound...
Flag Football Registration Now Open
The Miami Springs / Virginia Gardens Optimist Club is now accepting registrations for Summer Flag Football. Flag football is open to boys and girls ages 6 through 16. Games will be at Prince Field...
Hialeah Hospital Announces Safe, Virtual Visits to its Emergency Departments Via Tele-ER Option
Hialeah Hospital will now be offering patients a new option for care with Tele-ER. This option allows anyone to talk to a board-certified Emergency Room physician 24 hours a day, seven days a week....
Hialeah Hospital Celebrates Nurses Week
Hialeah, Fl – Hialeah Hospital is proud to honor our nurses during National Nurses
Week, May 6-12, an annual celebration that recognizes the critical role nurses perform
in our hospitals and for our community. The theme...
Your Health Can’t Wait
COVID-19 has caused many South Floridians to postpone their personal healthcare out of fear of going to the hospital or doctor. However, the professionals at Hialeah Hospital want you to know, your health can't...
Health Care Insurance Tips for the Slow to Catch On
Have you noticed that TV ads for pharmaceuticals used to tell you to Ask your doctor? Now they’re saying Tell your doctor. That’s a little ballsy, isn’t it? Here you are with a high...
New COVID-19 Cases Decline Last Week
New COVID-19 cases dropped last week within our zip code 33166 with 84 new cases last week compared to 123 the week prior. Hopefully, this is the beginning of the final decline in COVID...
Cuban Singer Transformed After 100lb Weight Loss
Marcelino Valdés is a Cuban singer and Miami resident who changed his life and transformed his body with a 100 pound weight loss. Read the singer's story in his own words:
"My whole life I...
Hiring! Miami Springs Employers Looking for Good Employees
As life slowly, but surely returns to normal, we're seeing a slew of employers desperately trying to hire and fill empty slots. Here are just some of the local Miami Springs jobs we've seen...
MSSH Releases Class of ’21 Video
COVID-19 cannot contain the golden spirit in these Golden Hawks. Check out the fun spirited class video for the epic senior class of 2021.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdQWGkefD5k&t=487s
COVID-19 Vaccinations Return to the Rec Center
The Miami Springs Rec Center will once again be hosting a vaccination site. This time, instead of FEMA operating the vaccinations, it will be the Florida Division of Emergency Management or FDEM for short. ...
Video: 5k Festival Race in Miami Springs
Despite not having a Festival this year, the Festival 5k was still held last Saturday on a beautiful, albeit scorching Saturday morning. The folks at Timed Events shared the following video from the Finish...
Mother’s Day Flocking
They're baaaack! The flamingos are flocking the community for ten, lucky and "flamazing" moms out there!
How this works: place an order by email request to kahneejune@gmail.com. we only ask for a $50 donation.
We will...
16 Month Delay in Denser Downtown Development
It's been 16 months since the old downtown theater in Miami Springs began the demolition process to make way for a denser downtown development that features Fifty-One (51) residential apartments in the heart of...
What's the Buzz?
New Radio Programs Are Out Of This World!
Albert Einstein was once asked “What is the most important question facing humankind?” Einstein responded by asking another question: “Is the universe a friendly...
A Happy Humorous Thanksgiving to All
Scene: Two native Americans of the Wampanoag People, who had lived on the Eastern coast of America for about10,000 years before the Europeans arrived,...
When it Comes to Food, We Are What We Eat
Sitting outside a restaurant to dine is a welcome change from eating in. We adapt our lifestyle to fit the new norm and welcome...
Got Gas?
It’s getting hot out there, so stock up on those great summer coolers like ice tea and lemonade. You’re probably saying, but Buzz, what...
Want a major theme park adventure? Get ready for change
Content warning: your theme park characters will change.
Here we are knee deep in a stay at home world, trying to put together fun academic...
Politics
List of City Projects: Which Should Stay? Which Should Go?
In preparation for a workshop meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 5 (Cinco de Mayo), the City Manager published his list of short...
It’s Official: Maria Mitchell Sworn in as 1st Female Miami Springs Mayor
Congratulations to Maria Mitchell for officially becoming the first female Mayor of Miami Springs! Mayor Mitchell was officially sworn in on Monday, April 12,...
Jacky Bravo & Victor Vazquez Win Seats to Miami Springs Council
Election Results:
Jacky Bravo wins the Miami Springs City Council Group II Seat!
Victor Vazquez wins the Miami Springs City Council Group IV Seat!
The tight race...
Video Interview: Jacky Bravo – Miami Springs City Council Candidate for Group II
We recently sat down with Jacky Bravo inside the "Grove" on the grounds of the beautiful Curtiss Mansion to discuss her candidacy, her background...
Candidate Interview: Dr. Victor Vazquez
We sat down with Dr. Victor Vazquez, candidate for Miami Springs City Council Group IV, to discuss his background and his views for Miami...
Story Archives
JAIL UPDATE: Discussion Deferred to June
During Tuesday's Miami-Dade County Board of County Commission Meeting's discussion over the proposal to expand...
Arrested: Alleged Bank Robber Arrested at 36 Street Hotel
Another arrest at a 36th Street hotel.
According to the Miami Springs Police Department, William Morris...
City Approves Design for Senior Center
NEW SENIOR CENTER
The City of Miami Springs City Council approved a proposed design for new...
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Hialeah Hospital Announces Safe, Virtual Visits to its Emergency Departments Via Tele-ER Option
Hialeah Hospital will now be offering patients a new option for care with Tele-ER. This...
ARRESTED: 2 Students Arrested for Threat Against Miami Springs Middle School
ARRESTED!
According to multiple local TV reports, two students were arrested for making the threats to...
JAIL UPDATE: Discussion Deferred to June
During Tuesday's Miami-Dade County Board of County Commission Meeting's discussion over the proposal to expand...
Virginia Gardens
Mayor Deno Trying to Improve Traffic Safety at Deadly Intersection
Virginia Gardens Mayor, Spencer Deno, is trying to make the intersection of NW 36th Street...
Tax Decrease Coming to VG
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According to an article published by Theo Karantsalis in The Miami Herald, the Village...
VG Selects New Police Chief
The Village of Virginia Gardens selected Ray "Nandy" Hernandez as the new Village of Virginia...
