April 20, 2024
Miami-Dade
Ridgeback Biotherapeutics treatment to cure Ebola
An experimental treatment produced by Miami-based Ridgeback
Biotherapeutics is helping turn Ebola into a treatable disease.
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Published on 10/25/2019
Florida International University's ATOM think tank
Leading the organization is Karlene C. Cousins, an attorney who has a master's in computer-based management information systems and a doctorate in business administration.
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Published on 9/25/2019
Required solar panels in South Miami
In 2017, South Miami became the first municipality in Florida and the first in the U.S. outside California to require solar panels on new houses.
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Published on 8/26/2019
Reviving Miami's Swim Week
The world's largest swimwear industry show, SwimShow, takes place every summer at the convention center in Miami Beach.
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Published on 8/26/2019
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals goes to battle against FDA
A small South Florida drug maker battles the FDA to guard its turf, Catalyst is narrowly focused on treating rare neuromuscular disorders with no approved or effective treatments. It currently...
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Published on 7/26/2019
Groundbreaking for mental health center truly breaks new ground
$40 Million, 180,000 sq. ft. 208-bed center gives new hope for individuals with mental health issues in Miami-Dade
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Published on 6/27/2019
Coconut Grove's growing commercial sector
Coconut Grove, which borders Biscayne Bay south of downtown, is one of Miami's oldest neighborhoods...
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Published on 6/24/2019
City of Miami Beach Commission moves plans for One Island Park forward
Plan will bring a boutique residential project and new City maintenance facility at no cost to taxpayers to Terminal Island
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Published on 6/11/2019
Miami's popular nightclub Club Space is more than a club
In a small area around 11th Street in downtown Miami's entertainment district, the city allows 24-hour liquor license...
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Published on 5/28/2019
Miami: Well-Connected for Global Trade and Tourism
When railroad tycoon Henry Flagler expanded his Florida East Coast Railway to Miami in the 1890s, it became the most convenient way to move people and cargo to and from the city.
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Published on 5/3/2019
Billions Invested in Countywide Building
From Miami Beach to downtown, north to Sunny Isles and west to the suburbs, development and renewal in Miami-Dade County is measured in the billions of dollars. But it had much more humble beginnings.
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Published on 5/3/2019
The Greater Sum: Miami's Role in “Regionalism”
Miami has long been described as “the gateway to Latin America.” It's not just a slogan. Today, it's obvious that South Florida is earning that title.
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Published on 5/3/2019
Miami's Magic Makes it a Destination for Business and Life
It's a magic that pervades Art Basel Miami Beach, the annual gathering that brings thousands to one of the world's premier art events
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Published on 5/3/2019
Miami Professional Services Meet Region's Needs
Back in 1959 when the regime of Fidel Castro seized control of Cuba and countless professionals and their families fled the island, among them were bankers.
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Published on 5/3/2019
A Thriving Cultural Hub
When Johann Zietsman arrived as president and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County in February 2019, he found an arts and cultural community on the rise.
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Published on 5/3/2019
Fun, Shopping in the Sun and a Whole Lot More
Greater Miami has evolved into a center for trade, commerce and global business. But it remains perhaps best known as a travel and tourism destination.
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Published on 5/3/2019
From Infants to Elders, Miami's Health Care Needs Are Covered
No matter the age or illness, hospitals and health care providers across Miami-Dade County provide world-class care.
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Published on 5/3/2019
Miami Moxie: Technology, Innovation and Start-ups
Manny Medina personifies Miami's convergence of technological savvy and start-up moxie.
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Published on 5/3/2019
From Kindergarten to Post-Grad, Miami-Dade Makes the Grade
When U.S. News & World Report released its 2018 high school rankings, seven Miami-Dade schools earned spots among the top 100 out of more than 20,000 ranked.
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Published on 5/3/2019
Delivering Tomorrow's Workforce Today
Employers need employees. Across Miami-Dade County, employers and educators collaborate to train tomorrow's workforce today.
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Published on 5/3/2019
Grammy-nominated Seraphic Fire begins student composer-in-resident program
Miami vocal ensemble Seraphic Fire, nominated for two Grammy awards, last year began a student composer-in-residence program...
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Published on 4/26/2019
Miami-Dade Economic Assessment
FIU's Miami Urban Future Initiative examined metro Miami's ability to attract and grow major companies after the Amazon HQ2 competition.
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Published on 3/27/2019
Knight Foundation increases investment in Miami's arts groups
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has upped its stake in Miami-Dade's arts community, announcing a $37-million investment.
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Published on 2/25/2019
'Tropical Chocolate' and news from Miami-Dade
Ricardo Trillos has been experimenting with locally grown cacao beans.
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Published on 1/25/2019
Education, rising sea levels and housing affordability top Miami-Dade concerns
Housing affordability is probably one of the top economic issues for Miami-Dade in 2019...
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Published on 12/27/2018
