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Healthy Aging Month Highlights How Small Habits Can Deliver Big Benefits
During Healthy Aging Month, Care Resource is encouraging Miami-Dade residents to focus on small, sustainable habits that can support physical, mental and social well-being throughout life.

Puppies With a Purpose
At the University of Miami, student puppy raisers with UPup help train and socialize future service dogs, preparing them for advanced training with Canine Companions and, eventually, a life of service.

Arsht Center Hispanic Heritage Programming Connects Miami Through Culture, Memory and Access
The Arsht Center is using Hispanic Heritage programming to connect Miami-Dade families through Cuban music, bilingual theater, Mexican traditions, cultural memory and expanded access to the arts.
District 9 Small Businesses Can Apply for Up to $5,000 Through Mom and Pop Grant Program
Miami-Dade County Vice Chairman Kionne L. McGhee is encouraging small business owners in District 9 to apply for the 2026 Continue Reading

WATCH: Bonita Jones-Peabody Interview; School Board Race Drama; Byron Donalds Photo Ops & More!
The primary is over, but Hy-Lo News’ election coverage isn’t slowing down. We’re officially kicking off our 2026 General Election Continue Reading
OP-ED | The Field and the Data: Donalds vs Jolly, and What the Numbers Say About the November Matchup
The primaries are over. The general is set. Here is what the numbers actually say. Third in a four-part series Continue Reading
GU Explores CAS and MSB Expansion in Miami
Students expressed excitement and apprehension at the prospect of a study abroad program in the city.
Rep. Wilson Introduces Glaucoma Vision Act to Expand Screenings and Prevent Vision Loss
The Miami congresswoman’s bill would expand annual glaucoma screening coverage, fund community-based programs and invest in research into treatments for Continue Reading

Brightline gets $490 million to restructure its debt. Bankruptcy judge must approve
High-speed rail company Brightline has entered into a financial restructuring agreement that would help it reorganize its billions of dollars of debt — while other entities of the company are set to file for bankruptcy. The bankruptcy proceedings will not affect the…

Brightline reaches restructuring deal that will give it $490M in new capital, lower debt
Brightline, which reports a 17% increase in revenue this year, said that its Miami-to-Orlando high-speed rail operations will not be impacted.

Miami Carol City Principal Dr. Bridget McKinney says Billionaire Mark Cuban is Bringing His “Suit Up Program” to the High School
Dr. Bridget McKinney, principal of Miami Carol City Senior High School, shared news of a potential opportunity for her students Continue Reading

Habitat for Humanity’s annual golf tournament helps build futures
Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys is preparing for its 26th annual golf tournament on Thursday, Oct. 1, at Redland Golf Course in Homestead. Funds raised through the annual tournament fuel Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys’ mission to build safe, affordable homes and…