Young artists look for ways to revive Coconut Grove’s art scene while the political stalemate continues over the fate of the Coconut Grove Playhouse.
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Her Heart is Where the Home Is
In Old Coconut Grove Houses on Facebook, Maria Freed documents the loss – and possible preservation – of Coconut Grove’s architectural landscape.
County Selects Two Developers for West Grove Housing Project
One developer is seeking to build a 20-story mixed-income apartment building on Douglas Road. Community leaders have concerns.
Owners of Long-Closed Scotty’s Landing Demand Millions in Dispute Over Regatta Harbour Redevelopment
Scott and Kathleen Wessel claim they were promised ongoing payments as part of a licensing agreement for the waterfront site, now home to the upscale Bayshore Club.
More Development Coming to Grand Avenue
The developers behind three apartment projects in the West Grove are planning a fourth project – a four-story office building on Grand Avenue. Community leaders express frustration.
The Grove’s Changing Food Scene
Two recent restaurant closings may signal a shift in the Grove’s dining scene, and a tougher road ahead for local entrepreneurs and homegrown talent.
Former Home of Tikki Club is Demolished
The two-story building had stood vacant for years. The property at 3675 Grand Avenue may now become part of a mixed-income housing development. The Tikki Club building on Grand Avenue near Douglas Road was torn down this week, another sign of coming development on a long-neglected stretch of boulevard that[Read More…]
Grove Bid Announces a new Tagline for its 2025 Marketing Campaign
The Coconut Grove Business Improvement District (BID) has chosen a new tagline for its 2025 marketing campaign. The winning tagline – Discover Coconut Grove: Miami’s Original Gem – was chosen after the BID invited residents to vote on the final choice. “A big thank you to everyone who voted,” the[Read More…]
Opinion: Tallahassee Delivers a One-Size-Fits-All Solution to Florida’s Diverse Housing Needs
The Live Local Act (SB 102) seeks to address Florida’s housing crisis with good intentions but without professional precision and foresight.
More Housing Coming to Grand Avenue
The developers of the Bimini Block project in West Grove plan to build 27 market-rate rental apartments on the former site of Bain-Range Funeral Services.
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State Acquires Land Next to Historic Grove Cottage
The vacant property flanks the tiny 1926 cottage where
Shady Dealings: For the City of Miami, Tree Removal is a Lucrative Business
The City of Miami’s 20-year-old Tree Trust Fund has
Home to Headache: Miami’s Battle with Illegal Short-Term Rentals
How lucrative “party houses” defy city ordinances
Giving Thanks is a Weekly Event at this Community Kitchen
Antonio Jamison and friends feed the soul of a Coconut
Can A Little Bahamas Visitor District Revitalize the West Grove?
Amidst ever-rising property values and a fast-changing
