How psychology, service, and real relationships shaped Angel Gonzalez’s approach to employee benefitsUnderstanding people will always outperform understanding products.- Angel GonzalezTL;DR – This blog shares the personal story of Angel Gonzalez, a Miami-based...
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South Miami, the City of Pleasant Living, is an upwardly mobile residential community dotted with tree-lined streets and perfectly manicured parks set amidst a bustling downtown studded with trendy restaurants and shops.
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South Miami was initially founded in 1897 by W.A. Larkins, an early landowner who established the first post office and built a dairy farm. The community, which became known as Larkins, began to increase in population. By 1927, the town became the City of South Miami. Growth and prosperity eluded the city until the end War II, when a period of rapid economic development and expansion began and continues today. The City of Pleasant Living enjoys its reputation as a friendly but hip, small town-city where business prospers.
Downtown South Miami is congregated in and around Sunset Drive where specialty shops and pretty cafes line the thoroughfare. The shops at Sunset Place offer an open-air mall complete with an upscale bowling alley and movie theater right in Downtown South Miami. Dadeland Mall and Merrick Park are nearby. Visitors enjoy the special events hosted by South Miami including Santa’s parade of Elves, seasonal Farmers Market, South Miami Art Festival, as well as the Fun Runs.
South Miami is served by Metrobus and Metrorail and is near to Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and Kendall via US1.
From the Footwear Floor to Employee Benefits: A Miami Story Built on Listening
Sandra Peebles Captivates at South Miami’s State of the City Address
Every city has a story; it’s the voices that lead, and the actions that follow, which bring it to life. - Wilson Alvarez On October 29, 2024, the City of South Miami hosted its annual State of the City Address, an event filled with community pride and forward-looking...
Networking and Inspiration: Community Connections at CasaCuba 10-22-2024
Success is built on connections—every handshake is a step toward your next big opportunity. - Wilson Alvarez In a bustling Miami event, Community Newspapers once again gathered professionals from all walks of life to celebrate local achievements and foster meaningful...
The 40th-Year South Miami Senior High Reunion
Reunions remind us that time may pass, but the connections we make last forever.- Wilson Alvarez The evening of October 11, 2024, was filled with nostalgia, excitement, and a touch of magic as the South Miami Senior High Class of 1984 gathered for their 40th-year...
Sun over Miami, or is it Moon over Miami?
Sun over Miami, or is it Moon over Miami? On April 8, 2024, a rare celestial event will unfold as a total solar eclipse graces the skies, journeying from the Pacific coast of Mexico through the United States. According to NASA, the spectacle of totality will commence...
Empowering Miami’s Business Community: Mike Sutta’s Rotary Journey
Empowering Miami's Business Community: Mike Sutta's Rotary Journey In the heart of Miami's bustling business scene, one name stands out for its unwavering commitment to community upliftment: Mike Sutta. With over 15 years of dedicated service in the South Miami Rotary...
Embracing the Spirit of Servant Leadership: Insights from GKBA Luncheon
Embracing the Spirit of Servant Leadership: Insights from GKBA Luncheon The Greater Kendall Business Association (GKBA) recently reconvened at Killian Palms Golf Course, marking a nostalgic return to its luncheon tradition after a hiatus since 2020. The meeting was...
Uniting for a Healthier Community: Insights from the Community Newspapers Breakfast Event
Uniting for a Healthier Community: Insights from the Community Newspapers Breakfast Event In the heart of our bustling community, an event unfolded that not only brought together leaders from various sectors but also highlighted the essence of unity and progress. The...
Community Newspapers Event, February 9th, 2024
In the heart of South Miami, an event unfolded that brought together the vibrant community of professionals, dignitaries, and local leaders for a cause close to many hearts. Hosted at Casa Cuba on 5859 SW 73rd St., the gathering was more than just a breakfast event;...
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- Florida Blue Foundation Invests $3.5 Million to Address Florida’s Maternal Health Crisis
by Community Newspapers on March 5, 2026 at 8:05 pmNonprofit foundation also now accepting applications for its food security grant program To address Florida’s maternal health crisis, the Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of Florida Blue and part of the GuideWell portfolio of companies, is investing $3.5 The post Florida Blue Foundation Invests $3.5 Million to Address Florida’s Maternal Health Crisis first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Derek Williams’ two-RBI double breaks the deadlock in the seventh inning, helping Miami secure a 5-2 victory over the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats.
by Mike Kaffee on March 5, 2026 at 4:06 pmThe Canes finally broke their two-game losing streak with a 5-2 win over Bethune-Cookman’s Wildcats. The game featured a pitching-by-committee strategy, with JD rotating eight pitchers and no one pitching The post Derek Williams’ two-RBI double breaks the deadlock in the seventh inning, helping Miami secure a 5-2 victory over the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Florida wins the series 8-4 after a controversial call in the seventh inning, breaking the 4-4 tie.
by Mike Kaffee on March 1, 2026 at 11:57 amMiami’s series was impacted by a controversial seventh-inning call that altered the game’s course. As Miami players were exiting the field following a bases-loaded threat, the third-base umpire called a The post Florida wins the series 8-4 after a controversial call in the seventh inning, breaking the 4-4 tie. first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- A five-run 8th inning by the Gators breaks a 2-2 tie, giving them a 7-2 win in game one
by Mike Kaffee on March 1, 2026 at 11:56 amThe streak concludes at 10 games as Florida hands Miami its first loss of the season, 7-2. A five-run eighth inning broke the tie, and tonight, there was no Mark The post A five-run 8th inning by the Gators breaks a 2-2 tie, giving them a 7-2 win in game one first appeared on Miami's Community News.
