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Where We’ll Be: Golden Hour for the Golden Mango
You know the Grove. But insiders know what King Mango’s plotting, who’s bringing the funk to the Barnacle and when the Phantom slips back into town. Here’s your weekly advantage over the friend who always says, “How did I miss that?” Or you could be that guy. Today’s recommendation? Read[Read More…]
After Silver Bluff Damage Next Door, Madonna’s Former Estate Faces Scrutiny
Less than two years after Coconut Grove developer David Martin was cited for irreparably damaging the protected Silver Bluff outside his waterfront mansion, the owner of the property next door is seeking approval for new construction — where archaeologists have uncovered 19th-century artifacts and possible evidence of prehistoric activity.
Where We’ll Be: Your Best Defense Against the A.I. Apocalypse
Your best defense against the coming A.I. apocalypse may involve knot-tying, campfires and a walk through the woods. Scout groups are forming now, and that’s only the beginning of a week that also includes free trees, bird walks, theater, live music, civic forums. Staying home would be an unforced error. [Read More…]
Shorter Hours, Fewer Services: Proposed Tax Cuts Loom Large for Libraries
The Miami-Dade Public Library System could face budget cuts of up to $20 million – about 16% of its total operating budget – if Florida voters approve the Amendment 3 property tax proposal on the November ballot, library advocates say.
Where We’ll Be: Miami Pretends Fall Has Arrived
If you can’t believe it’s autumn, you’re not alone. Miami Spice extended its run through Halloween – an official declaration that shorts remain appropriate civic attire. Still, the cultural tide is rising like the king tides. The moon pulls people into Fairchild after dark, theater serves up an anxious weather girl, and Saturday offers live music from the Grove to Coral Gables to Miami Beach.
After Dark, Counting the Homeless in Coconut Grove
Twice a year, teams fan out across Miami-Dade after dark to estimate how many people are living on the streets. The Spotlight rode along as one team searched Coconut Grove.
Compromises Emerge as Miami Tree Appeals Return to Preservation Board
The second special hearing on Miami’s surge of tree-removal appeals brought agreements in several disputes, while the contentious question of who has standing to appeal resurfaced.
County Bus Cuts Could Hit Grove Workers Hard
Proposed Miami-Dade budget cuts would eliminate one Coconut Grove bus route and curtail early-morning and late-night service on three others, disrupting commutes for workers who depend on transit.
Tree Battles Reach Miami Commission — and Residents Lose Ground
After months of challenges to city-issued tree removal permits — and some victories before an oversight board — the fight has reached Miami commissioners, where tree advocates faced a tougher reception.
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