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Coffee in hand, Miami? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Miami's Cuban exile monuments may soon be moved
  • What Miami's new election dates and Marine Stadium deal mean for you
  • Miami Gardens neighbors react after argument at home ends in gunfire

Also on today's calendar: Heroes Salute 5K Run/Walk and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 81 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 80.
  • Sunday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 91 and low of 80 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Miami Cuban exile monuments face neglect, planned relocation (local10.com) — A Miami neighborhood monument honoring Operation Peter Pan children is deteriorating, and the city plans to repair it and relocate several Cuban exile memorials to a newer Peter Pan site on Cuban Memorial Boulevard. Some residents welcome the idea of a safer, more visible cluster of monuments, while others want their neighborhood memorial restored but left in place until work begins in 2027.
   

2. Miami voters move city elections to even years, back Marine Stadium deal (miamitimesonline.com) — Miami voters have approved moving city elections to even-numbered years and authorizing a long-term private operator for Miami Marine Stadium and its flex park. The changes will eventually shorten one set of commission terms and could bring up to $10 million in stadium repairs, new waterfront recreation space, and a revenue-sharing deal that keeps most event income with the city.
   

3. Father accused of shooting son during argument at Miami Gardens home, police say (cbsnews.com) — A domestic dispute at a Miami Gardens home ended with a father allegedly shooting his adult son through a glass door, sending him to the hospital in stable condition. Neighbors told CBS News Miami they heard multiple gunshots and say police had visited the home days earlier, while officers continue searching for the suspect.
   

4. Police arrest pair accused of burglarizing more than 15 cars in Miami Springs (cbsnews.com) — Police say more than 15 cars were burglarized in nearby Miami Springs, with suspects stealing guns, credit cards, and two vehicles before being arrested in West Hialeah. Officers recovered six firearms, including one taken in Miami Springs, and are urging residents across the Miami area to lock cars and secure weapons.
   

5. Final auditions heat up as dancers compete for Miami Heat roster spots (local10.com) — In downtown Miami, finalists packed Kaseya Center for an intense last round of auditions to claim coveted Miami Heat Dancer spots. After a grueling weeklong boot camp, only 20 of 33 hopefuls made the roster, capping years of training for dancers joining the Heat family.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Monica Burguera Foundation Hosts 16th Annual Fishing Tournament, August 22 —Paula Bosler Read on Patch
  • UF/IFAS invites Floridians of all ages to join the Great Southeast Pollinator Census Aug. 21-22 —Lourdes Mederos Read on Patch
  • KW Property Management & Consulting Names Beth Huffman Business Development Manager for Southwest Florida —Daniel Benjamin Read on Patch
  • Emeril Lagasse Foundation Expands National Culinary Education Program to Larkdale Elementary in Lauderhill —South Florida Updates Read on Patch
  • KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING Promotes Yadira Hernandez and Camelia Tascan —Daniel Benjamin Read on Patch
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Ok Miami! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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