Quantcast

North Miami-Dade News

Friday, May 3, 2024

North Miami-Dade News News

Medium mk1sh3zgd3f8sqaklt9s3am40lge

355 coaches at institutions in Miami-Dade County earned $177,142 on average in 2022

By North Miami-Dade News | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at University of Miami, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Miami-Dade County, was $818,340, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Medium 0fagyienpmbs3f9x1m5mk6bqedav

Rep. Díaz-Balart to Host Annual Congressional Art Competition

By North Miami-Dade News | May 2, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) is set to host a reception in honor of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition on Friday, May 3 at the Mary Collins Community Center.The competition aims to showcase the artistic prowess of high school students from Congressional District 26. In a statement, the event organizers mentioned that the purpose of the event is to "highlight the artistic talent of high school students from Congressional District 26."The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the Mary Collins Community...

Medium 34atnqud6vtjoytaopv44hqo9ghv

Reps. Salazar, Strong Introduce Bipartisan SERVICE Act to Support Veterans, Law Enforcement

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 30, 2024

Rep. Salazar expressed, "Research shows that when a veteran is in crisis, they are most receptive to help and support provided by fellow veterans. Nearly 20% of our U.S. law enforcement has served in the military, and they are undoubtedly the most well-equipped to respond to other veterans in need."Rep. Strong emphasized, "Supporting our veterans after they return home is crucial. This legislation will ensure that law enforcement agencies around the country are better equipped to assist veterans suffering from issues such as mental health crises and connect them with...

Medium 34atnqud6vtjoytaopv44hqo9ghv

Representatives Salazar and Strong Introduce Bipartisan SERVICE Act to Support Veterans and Law Enforcement

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), Dale W. Strong (R-AL), Lou Correa (D-CA), and Glenn Ivey (D-MD) have introduced the H.R. 8140, the "Supporting Every at-Risk Veteran In Critical Emergencies" (SERVICE) Act. Thirteen additional members have joined as original cosponsors of the bill.The SERVICE Act establishes a pilot program through the U.S. Department of Justice to provide grants to law enforcement agencies to create local veteran response teams: teams of law enforcement officers who are also military veterans responding to fellow veterans in...

Medium tomas robertson vsm7gcopmea unsplash

North Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the North Miami-Dade News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Medium 34atnqud6vtjoytaopv44hqo9ghv

Salazar’s Migratory Birds Protection Legislation Signed Into Law

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, President Biden signed H.R. 4389, Rep. María Elvira Salazar’s (R-FL) Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act, into law. The legislation passed overwhelmingly in the House of Representatives and Senate, marking a significant milestone in the protection of migratory bird species.“The passage of this bill represents a historic step forward in the protection of our South Florida ecosystem,” said Rep. Salazar. “The federal government has made a significant investment in protecting our migratory birds by directing critical...

Medium 34atnqud6vtjoytaopv44hqo9ghv

Legislación de la congresista Salazar para proteger aves migratorias se convierte en Ley

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Esta semana, el presidente Biden promulgó la H.R. 4389, la Ley de Mejoras a la Conservación de las Aves Migratorias de las Américas, de la representante María Elvira Salazar (R-FL), poco después de que la legislación fuera aprobada abrumadoramente en la Cámara de Representantes y el Senado."La aprobación de este proyecto de ley representa un paso histórico hacia la protección de nuestro ecosistema del sur de Florida”, dijo la representante Salazar. "El Gobierno federal ha realizado una inversión significativa para proteger a nuestras aves migratorias al...

Medium commissioner of education manny diaz jr 2023

Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Geometry FAST expectations in Osceola County in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 23, 2024

Osceola County FAST results are in, and 37.1% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Medium commissioner of education manny diaz jr 2023

Did Miami-Dade County students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year Geometry FAST tests?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Miami-Dade County FAST results are in, and 51.9% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Medium 0fagyienpmbs3f9x1m5mk6bqedav

Rep. Díaz-Balart Hosts Check Presentation for Collier County Projects

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida is set to host two special check presentation ceremonies in Collier County, Florida. The events, scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., will mark the funding secured for the Collier County Sheriff policing equipment upgrades and the Collier Area Transit Maintenance Facility.In a statement, Rep. Díaz-Balart highlighted the importance of the funding for the projects, stating, "The upgrade of the Sheriff's Office vehicle fleet and mobile radios will ensure that law enforcement is equipped with the necessary tools and...

Medium 0fagyienpmbs3f9x1m5mk6bqedav

Rep. Díaz-Balart to Present Funds for Everglades Pump Stations Rehabilitation

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart is pleased to invite members of the media to attend a special check presentation ceremony tomorrow, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The event celebrates the funding secured for the repair and rehabilitation to improve the operation and reliability of the pump stations in Everglades City and Carnestown. In the words of Rep. Díaz-Balart, "These improvements are needed to avoid sewer overflows and significantly reduce the risk of environmental and ecological damage to surrounding areas."The project received funding through the...

Medium 0fagyienpmbs3f9x1m5mk6bqedav

Rep. Díaz-Balart to Present Check to Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida is set to host a check presentation ceremony for the Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee, as part of an initiative to bolster security measures. The funding for this project was secured through the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, approved by Congress and signed by the President on March 9th, 2024.During the event, scheduled for Tuesday, April 23 at 3:30 p.m., Rep. Díaz-Balart will be joined by key figures including Mary Marx, President and CEO of Pace Center for Girls, and Marianne Kearns, Executive...

Medium 51tcce8qtq0gv3h0ttdr040fsao9

FDA conducted inspections of 28 companies in cities located in Miami-Dade County in Q4 2023

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

There were 28 companies in cities associated with Miami-Dade County that received 28 FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Medium commissioner of education manny diaz jr 2023

Algebra FAST Expectations: 45.1% of students in Osceola County meet or exceed in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

Osceola County FAST results are in, and 45.1% of school students were proficient in Algebra in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Medium 0fagyienpmbs3f9x1m5mk6bqedav

Rep. Díaz-Balart Presents Funding for Virginia Gardens Law Enforcement Vehicle Upgrades

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) has extended an invitation to the media to attend a special check presentation ceremony scheduled for Monday, April 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The event aims to mark the funding secured for the Village of Virginia Gardens law enforcement vehicle upgrades, including marked police vehicles. The funding for this project was made possible through the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, approved by Congress and signed by the President on March 9th, 2024.The ceremony will see the participation of key individuals, including...

Medium 34atnqud6vtjoytaopv44hqo9ghv

Congresista Salazar vota para financiar a los aliados de Estados Unidos en el extranjero

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hoy, la representante María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) emitió la siguiente declaración después de votar para aumentar las medidas para la seguridad fronteriza y aprobar los proyectos de ley de financiamiento suplementario individuales para Israel, Ucrania y Taiwán:“Mientras el mundo está sumido en el caos, Estados Unidos debe liderar. Es fundamental que sigamos apoyando a nuestros aliados mientras se enfrentan a una envalentonada alianza de tiranos — Irán, Rusia y China — dedicada a la destrucción de Estados Unidos, Occidente y de valores como la democracia,...

Medium 34atnqud6vtjoytaopv44hqo9ghv

Salazar Votes To Fund America’s Allies Abroad

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) issued a statement after voting to increase border security measures and pass the individual supplemental funding bills for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan."As the world is in chaos, America must lead. It’s critical we continue to support our allies as they confront an emboldened alliance of tyrants — Iran, Russia, and China — dedicated to the destruction of America, the West, and values like democracy, capitalism, and liberty."Salazar emphasized the importance of supporting allies in the face of challenges posed by...

46ead9e7 00e9 413c aa62 583e7b35b222

Which former North Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

These former North Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

Medium commissioner of education manny diaz jr 2023

Miami-Dade County: How many students passed on their Algebra FAST test in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 20, 2024

Miami-Dade County FAST results are in, and 59.7% of school students were proficient in Algebra in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Medium 0fagyienpmbs3f9x1m5mk6bqedav

Díaz-Balart's Statement on Passage of National Security Supplementals

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 20, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs of the House Committee on Appropriations, expressed his satisfaction with the recent passing of crucial security supplemental bills. Díaz-Balart emphasized the importance of these legislations, stating, "As Chairman of the subcommittee that provides funds for national security and foreign assistance priorities, I am very pleased the House passed these important pieces of legislation."In his statement, Díaz-Balart...