Federal Judge K. Michael Moore has approved a City of Miami electoral district map that, after two years of disputes and lawsuits, reunited Coconut Grove and several other neighborhoods. Previous versions of the map had divided Coconut Grove, Overtown, Allapattah, and Edgewater by placing parts of those neighborhoods in new voting[Read More…]
Hank Sanchez-Resnik
For Grove Duo, Health is Where the Home Is
Single-family residence is world’s first to receive new industry certification for promoting health, well-being and climate resilience.
Walking in Coconut Grove Can Be Dangerous. Who is Paying Attention?
Concern about the safety of pedestrians in Coconut Grove has been brewing for a long time, but recent incidents have highlighted the risk of just crossing a street.
The BID Gets a New Executive Director
The Spotlight interviews Mark Burns, the new executive director of the Coconut Grove Business Improvement District.
Support Grows for Pedestrian Safety
Concern and anger about pedestrian safety build throughout the Grove after a teacher is struck and injured in a crosswalk. Community leaders call for action.
Teacher Suffers Severe Injuries in Crosswalk Hit
Ransom Everglades teacher Kate Hamm was struck by an SUV while walking home. Severe injuries result in her transfer to Kendall Trauma Center.
Redistricting Plan Thrown Out
U.S. District Court Judge K. Michael Moore rules that Miami’s redistricting plan is unconstitutional and must be replaced.
Major Project Gone Awry
Residents oppose the design of new pool in Virrick Park, citing a lack of depth for competitive sports.
More Traffic Calming Coming
West and Center Grove traffic calming study findings presented. Pardo seeks feedback.
Flowers & Coffee on Grand
From Wall Street to Grand Avenue, a Grovite’s charming Miami café is just beginning to bloom.
Recent News
Candidates Blast Proposed City of Miami Election Delay
As rumors swirl about delaying November’s vote –
City Proposes Law to Advance Zoning and Permit Applications Despite Code Violations
The proposed legislation, with immediate impact in the
Opinion: Proposed Charter Changes Deserve Our Support
The City of Miami’s government is broken, but it can
City Board Rebuffs Leafy Way Owners on Tree Removal Plan
Declaring the “soul of the neighborhood” at risk,
After Years of Delays, Playhouse Parking Garage Inches Forward
The partial demolition of the adjacent Coconut Grove
Reading, Writing and Restaurants – A New Approach to Education
Two private microschools in Coconut Grove offer
