Residents oppose the design of new pool in Virrick Park, citing a lack of depth for competitive sports.
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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.
Remembering George A. Simpson, Sr.
Florida’s first Black, board-certified general surgeon and a former president of the Miami branch of the NAACP, dies at age 98
Secret Garden Tour Photos
Private gardens of exceptional character are featured in the Friends of the Commodore Trail’s annual tour.
A Tale of Two Pharmacies
Two of the Grove’s five pharmacies offer uniquely local approaches.
City Considers Leaf Blower Ban
Nuisance blowers may soon be banned
Miami-Dade County Wins Latest Round in Battle over Playhouse
County officials declare the ruling “a win for our community.” Neighbors disagree.
Rumble at the Commission
Emotions flare as Centner’s project, district boundaries and city attorney’s future debated. Staff intervenes to head off physical conflict.
The 2024 King Mango Strut
The Mango Strut’s 40th parade included banned books, heat-stroke lobsters, rock bands, would-be dictators, 750 Strutters and 50 floats. And no rain!
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