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Miami Theatre Center premiers Pioneer Winter Collective's new performance

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal

Photo: Passion Ward, courtesy Pioneer Winter CollectiveA new dance-theater work by Pioneer Winter Collective is premiering next week at the Miami Theater Center. Why it matters: The show, which brings together intergenerational queer dynamics, reimagines a classic Balanchine ballet to underscore topics of mentorship, legacy, HIV/AIDS and connection, among others. The four-person cast, three of whom are in their 60s, also highlights the collective's ethos that everybody can perform.
Cafecito: Car registration renewals at Publix

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Martin Vassolo

â Miami-Dade residents can renew their car registration at participating Publix locations as part of a new initiative from Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez. (Tax Collector's website)There are five registration kiosks from Miami Beach to Homestead. ğ½ï¸ Peruvian restaurant Francesco, which closed in 2018, has reopened in Coral Gables. âï¸ Gov.
You guessed it!

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Martin Vassolo

Martin again! Congrats to Marissa R., Felipe L., Oliver H., Lorin M., Michelle Z., Sarah E. and Norman G., among the 20 or so who correctly guessed my location yesterday. I was at Knaus Berry Farm in Homestead, where I grabbed cinnamon rolls and a vanilla milkshake. Pro tip: The cash-only bakery and farm store closes for the season this Saturday.
Florida ranks high for tax refunds

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Martin Vassolo

Florida's average tax refund was $3,852 in 2022, ranking among the states with the highest amount, IRS data shows. Why it matters: The 2024 tax season ended yesterday and millions of taxpayers have received or are expecting refunds. Yes, but: The IRS pushedthe tax filing deadline to May 1 for all Florida taxpayers to accommodate anyone impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Villa Azur closes after 13 years in Miami

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Martin Vassolo

ğ Villa Azur, a popular South Beach Mediterranean restaurant, closed after 13 years. (Miami New Times)ğ° A Miami Beach home designed by Morris Lapidus, whose signature style is also seen on some of the city's iconic buildings, including the Fontainebleu and Eden Roc, is for sale. (Miami New Times)The asking price is almost $3.3 million. ğï¸ The IRS pushed the tax filing deadline to May 1 for all Florida taxpayers to accommodate anyone impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Florida students' visas revoked amid Trump immigration crackdown

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Yacob Reyes

Illustration: Aïda Amer/AxiosFederal immigration authorities have revoked the visas of at least two dozen international students from Florida universities. Why it matters: The Trump administration has expanded efforts to revoke student visas nationwide — often without immediate explanation — leaving many students scrambling and fearful.
Florida's pedestrian deaths drop

1 week ago | axios.com | Alex Fitzpatrick |Sommer Brugal

Florida reported fewer pedestrian deaths in the first half of 2024 compared to a year prior, a new projection finds. Why it matters: Cities worldwide are trying to reduce pedestrian deaths though "Vision Zero" programs, lower speed limits, "traffic calming" road design and more. Driving the news: 3,304 pedestrians were killed on roads nationwide between January and June 2024, per a new Governors Highway Safety Association preliminary report.
Kaseya Center ranks 4th in NBA attendance

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Martin Vassolo

Data: ESPN; Chart: Kavya Beheraj/AxiosThe Miami Heat had the fourth-highest home attendance in the NBA this season, according to ESPN. By the numbers: The Kaseya Center welcomed over 788,000 fans this season, per numbers reported last week. Heat home attendance has ranked in the top five in the NBA every season since 2022, per ESPN.
Mayor's fluoride veto faces May 6 showdown

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal |Martin Vassolo

ğ° Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, a Democrat, vetoed legislation that would remove fluoride from county drinking water, setting up a May 6 commission showdown where a two-thirds vote could overturn her veto. (Miami Herald)Commissioner Roberto Gonzalez, the Republican who spearheaded the legislation to remove fluoride from the water supply, is backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo.
Miami-Dade Public Schools brace for possible budget gaps, district cuts

1 week ago | axios.com | Sommer Brugal

Illustration: Rebecca Zisser / AxiosAs Miami-Dade County Public Schools officials begin the budget process for the 2025-26 school year, they could see a shortfall of about $50 million. The big picture: Across the state, public school districts are positioned to lose money because of declining enrollment — the result of the state's growing voucher program. In Miami-Dade, enrollment is projected to decrease by more than 5,500 students next year.