Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade helps to stabilize neighborhoods like the West Grove by providing cost-free repairs and renovations to low-income homeowners.
Village Life
Personalities. History. Environment. Lifestyle. Crime. Schools. Health. Neighborhoods. Civic Groups. Public Events. Social Trends.
Guerrilla Theater in the Grove?
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.
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.
Library with a Heart
For the homeless and other needy residents, the historic Coconut Grove branch library offers more than just books.
Traffic Calming Study Should Prioritize Children, Residents say
Residents were briefed last week on the results of the City of Miami’s Little Bahamas and Center Grove Traffic Calming study. Many were disappointed.
The Harmony of Hope
A Coconut Grove teenager is helping disadvantaged children discover the power and the magic of music, one guitar lesson at a time.
Is there a Short-Term Rental “Party House” Near You?
The Spotlight would like to hear about vacation rental properties in Coconut Grove that routinely host parties, other events, or crowds of loud visitors. If you have experiences to share, please let us know. What is the address? How often does the property host large, noisy events? Have you complained[Read More…]
Crime Down in Coconut Grove but Residents Uneasy over Recent Incidents
Miami Police report a falling crime rate, but community safety concerns persist following a spate of car break-ins, burglaries and a stabbing.
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.
Community Divided Over Proposed Bahamian Museum
Two years after a $6 million federal grant was announced, the project remains shrouded in secrecy; some residents are miffed by the lack of community input.
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
