Community News
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 · Overtown
Archbishop Shares Insights on Thriving Seminary Characteristics
Archbishop Thomas Wenski recently shared ten characteristics he believes define a thriving seminary, offering insights into the qualities valued in institutions for priestly formation.
Benihana Donates over $70,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Benihana has announced a donation of over $70,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, supporting the hospital's mission to treat and cure pediatric catastrophic diseases.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Miami-Dade Residents Encouraged to Prioritize Nutrition and Wellness
Miami-Dade County officials and community leaders are urging residents to prioritize nutrition and wellness, highlighting local resources like farmers' markets and community fitness programs.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Mega Bakery Unveils New Menu Items, Sweetening Miami Gardens Offerings
Mega Bakery in Miami Gardens has unveiled a new menu this week, introducing artisanal breads, gourmet cupcakes, and savory pastries to its offerings.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Mega Bakery Unveils New Menu Items
Mega Bakery on NW 167th Street in Miami Gardens has unveiled a new menu this week, featuring artisanal sandwiches, fresh salads, and specialty drinks.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Funeral and Cremation Services in Southwest Ranches, FL
Weston residents seeking funeral and cremation services may find options available in nearby Southwest Ranches, Florida, for end-of-life arrangements.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
UDRB OKs 22-Story Mixed-Use Tower with Micro-Dwellings in Overtown
Miami's Urban Development Review Board has approved a 22-story mixed-use project at 1129 NW 1st Court in Overtown, featuring 372 residences including 208 micro-dwellings. The development by Block 19 Owner LLC adds nearly 5,000 square feet of retail and over 800 parking spaces amid the neighborhood's housing boom. It aligns with local efforts to combat Florida's surging foreclosure crisis through affordable options.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Overtown Food Distribution Set for Today at Lotus House Lot
Health in the Hood hosts its monthly food distribution event today at 11:30 a.m. in Overtown, offering fresh produce, pantry staples, hygiene kits and health services to residents. Volunteers are still needed for registration and support amid rising local economic pressures from Florida's foreclosure surge.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Overtown Co-op Shareholders Spared Eviction in Ownership Fight
Shareholders at Town Park Village in Overtown have won a temporary reprieve from eviction after judges ruled they hold valid ownership shares. The decision halts ejectment proceedings for at least 14 residents amid allegations of mismanagement and fraud. The dispute unfolds against Florida's surging foreclosure crisis threatening homeowners statewide.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
16 Corner Redevelopment Offers Affordable Rent-Stabilized Units in Overtown
Historic Overtown's 16 Corner project has opened 44 renovated apartments with rents starting at $537 monthly, protected by a 30-year covenant for low- and moderate-income families. The no-displacement renovation restores five aging buildings without uprooting residents. Amid Florida's housing crisis, this initiative provides critical relief as foreclosures surge statewide.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026