Posted on: November 30, 2020
Florida Power and Light will be conducting the regularly scheduled quarterly test of the Turkey Point Warning Sirens Friday, December 4, 2020 at 1:00pm. The test lasts about 20 minutes from start to finish.
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Posted on: November 18, 2020
The Homestead Police Department reminds residents to "park smart." Criminals have recently been targeting unlocked vehicles near shopping plazas, fitness centers, and residential areas. So, make sure you lock your car, park ...
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Posted on: November 9, 2020
The City of Homestead has issued a State of Emergency in response to the impacts of Tropical Storm Eta. This State of Emergency is a measure that allows the City of Homestead to respond to recovery needs without the burdens of bureaucracy.&n...
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Posted on: November 8, 2020
In light of the anticipated impacts of Tropical Storm Eta, City Parks closed and Trolley Service was suspended effective 12pm Sunday, November, 8, 2020. The Offices of the City of Homestead will be closed Monday, November 9, 2020. Resi...
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Posted on: October 15, 2020
Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate...
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Posted on: October 14, 2020
On Friday, October 30, 2020 at 6pm, the Homestead Police Department (HPD) will be hosting “Drive-In Movie with a Cop.” HPD invites the community to join them at Losner Park, 104 N. Krome Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030, to watch "The Addams Fam...
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Posted on: September 24, 2020
Together, we'll get through this! Our 2020 Tribute to Staff is a message to everyone in the Homestead community. While this year has brought unprecedented challenges, it has also shown us how much we can accomplish together. ...
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Posted on: September 1, 2020
Florida Power and Light will be conducting the regularly scheduled quarterly test of the Turkey Point Warning Sirens Friday, September 4, 2020 at 1:00pm. The test lasts about 20 minutes from start to finish.
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Posted on: August 31, 2020
Beginning Tuesday, September 1, 2020, SW 328th Street will be closed to thru traffic from US-1 to SE 6th Avenue in order to complete intersection work. Detour will be available via East Mowry Drive and SE 6th Avenue.
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Posted on: August 21, 2020
The City of Homestead is currently monitoring the path of Tropical Storm Laura. While it is too early to tell what impacts, if any, may be seen here in Homestead, the City urges all residents to make sure their emergency kits are up to date. &am...
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Posted on: August 10, 2020
The City of Homestead is reminding residents there is still time to fill out the 2020 Census. As of August 10, 2020, only 54% of households have responded.
The Census matters because it will determine how billions of dollars in federal funding ar...
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Posted on: July 31, 2020
Homestead is currently under a tropical storm warning as Hurricane Isaias continues its track. Due to the expected arrival of tropical storm conditions on Saturday, August 1, 2020, all City of Homestead Parks will be closed. General storm preparedness tip...
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Posted on: July 31, 2020
Homestead is currently under a tropical storm watch as Hurricane Isaias continues its track. The City of Homestead is continuing to monitor the progress of the storm and will keep residents updated of additional notices or modifications to city services. ...
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Homestead Police Department
Posted on: July 30, 2020
The City of Homestead is currently monitoring the path of Tropical Storm Isaias and will keep residents advised of watches, warnings, and any other notices. At this time, there are no planned sandbag distributions or modifications to City Services. Genera...
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Posted on: July 8, 2020
Beginning Thursday, July 9, 2020, Miami-Dade County has ordered all ballrooms, banquet facilities, and party venues to close to the public. Restaurants and cafeterias must close for indoor dining, but may remain open for outdoor dining between t...
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Posted on: July 2, 2020
Effective immediately, all persons throughout Miami-Dade County, including Homestead, shall wear a mask or other facial covering when in public. However, masks and other facial coverings are not required in the following circumstances: ...
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Posted on: June 23, 2020
In light of the increase in positive COVID-19 cases seen in Homestead and across Miami-Dade County, the City of Homestead is reminding resident that the use of a face mask is mandatory when working in or visiting grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, c...
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Posted on: June 5, 2020
Beginning Monday, June 8, 2020, additional businesses that were closed due to COVID-19 will be allowed to reopen with restrictions on capacity and requirements for social distancing and enhanced sanitation that will help to reduce the spread of COVID-19 w...
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Posted on: June 4, 2020
Florida Power and Light will be conducting the regularly scheduled quarterly test of the Turkey Point Warning Sirens Friday, June 5, 2020 at 1:00pm. The test lasts about 20 minutes from start to finish.
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Posted on: May 31, 2020
Effective May 31, 2020, a curfew is in effect from 9pm until 6am nightly throughout all of Miami-Dade County, including the City of Homestead. The curfew will remain in effect until further notice.
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Posted on: May 29, 2020
Beginning Monday, June 1, 2020, additional businesses that were closed due to COVID-19 will be allowed to reopen with restrictions on capacity and requirements for social distancing and enhanced sanitation that will help to reduce the spread of COVID-19 w...
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Posted on: May 5, 2020
Hurricane season officially begins June 1st and ends November 30th. It is time to start making preparations such as tree trimming and cleaning out unwanted debris. The City urges all residents to prepare now. Find more resources and in...
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Posted on: April 30, 2020
As the City of Homestead begins to move towards a “new normal” in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, City Officials are reminding residents that the emergency orders mandating the closure of non-essential business and mandating the use...
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Posted on: April 10, 2020
The use of a face mask is mandatory when working in or visiting an essential business such as a grocery store, restaurant, pharmacy, construction site, public transit vehicle, vehicle for hire, or other location where social distancing measure are not pos...
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Posted on: April 8, 2020
The City of Homestead has issued an order urging residents to wear a mask or other personal protective equipment while out in public. This is an additional safety measure being implemented under the State of Emergency declared in response to the...
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Posted on: April 7, 2020
The City of Homestead’s Emergency Management Staff continues to address the COVID-19 pandemic with public safety measures designed to decrease transmission of the virus and protect residents and staff. As of 10am, Tuesday, April 7, 202...
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Posted on: April 1, 2020
As the City continues to navigate the ongoing pandemic, each department has been taking measures to ensure continuity of service and protect the health and safety of residents and employees alike – including following the Governor’s la...
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Posted on: March 26, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19. As of March 27, 2020 a curfew will be in effect from 10pm to 5am to help the City and Police Department better protect residents and property. Watch ...
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Posted on: March 26, 2020
The City of Homestead and Homestead Police Department will issue a curfew effective nightly from 10pm to 5am beginning at 10pm on Friday, March 27, 2020. This curfew is an additional safety measure being implemented under the State of Emergency ...
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Posted on: March 20, 2020
Beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2020, the City of Homestead will launch a special Senior Service of its free Trolley on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6am to 10am. The new service is designed to provide access to Publix’s special Senior Hou...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19. Major updates for this Inside Homestead Special Report include the closure of all City Parks and closure of non-essential businesses. Watch...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
As of Friday, March 20, 2020, the City of Homestead will launch a Coronavirus Hotline for residents to get the resources and answers they need during the current coronavirus, or COVID-19, outbreak. Phone lines are open 8am – 5pm Monday...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19. Staff is in contact with Miami-Dade County, the State of Florida, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other agencies following ...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
The City of Homestead declared a State of Emergency Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in response to the national and regional outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus, COVID-19. By declaring a state of emergency, the City is ensuring ample time, resources, and flexi...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
The City of Homestead declared a State of Emergency Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in response to the national and regional outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus, COVID-19. By declaring a state of emergency, the City is ensuring ample time, resources,...
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Posted on: March 16, 2020
Inside Homestead is bringing you the latest information on the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, as it relates to the City of Homestead. Already, City Staff has implemented deep cleans and sanitization protocols at all City Facilities in the interest of...
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Posted on: March 16, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19 and has implemented deep cleans and sanitization protocols at all City Facilities in the interest of protecting residents and employees. Staff is in contact wit...
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Posted on: March 13, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19 and has implemented deep cleans and sanitization protocols at all City Facilities in the interest of protecting residents and employees. Staff is in c...
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Posted on: March 7, 2020
Please be advised that Southwest 167th Avenue will be closed at Southwest 328th Street beginning at 7 AM on March, 9th, 2020. The road will remain closed from 7 AM on March 9th until 5 PM on April 10th. Please use caution and follow posted detour signs. T...
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Posted on: March 4, 2020
Florida Power and Light will be conducting the regularly scheduled quarterly test of the Turkey Point Warning Sirens Friday, March 6, 2020 at 1:00pm. The test lasts about 20 minutes from start to finish.
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Posted on: March 2, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consider Florida to be at low risk for spread of the coronavirus, but the City of Homestead is in contact with Miami-Dade County, the State of Florida, and other agencies following the latest guidance.
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Posted on: March 2, 2020
This Inside Homestead Special Report has the latest information on the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, as it relates to the City of Homestead. Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consider Florida to be at low risk for spread of t...
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Posted on: February 25, 2020
The Homestead Police Department’s Community Policing Unit invites residents to enjoy a free cup of coffee with their local police officers on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 9am – 12pm at Starbucks Coffee, 1029 N. Homestead Blvd., Homestead, FL...
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Posted on: February 18, 2020
The Homestead Police Department’s Community Policing Unit invites residents to enjoy a free movie night and family event with local police officers on Saturday, February 22, 2020 3pm – 8pm at the Homestead PAL Gym, 600 SW 14th Avenue, ...
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Posted on: February 14, 2020
In this episode of Inside Homestead we’re talking about social media, community events, and the city’s financial fitness. Inside Homestead starts right now…
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Posted on: February 5, 2020
In an on-going effort to connect with residents and visitors alike, the City of Homestead is launching a new Instagram account for Downtown Homestead. The page is being used as another channel to provide the public with timely information about news and e...
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Posted on: February 4, 2020
The Homestead Police Department’s Community Policing Unit invites residents to enjoy a free cup of coffee with their local police officers on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 10am – 1pm at the William F. Dickinson Community Center, 1601 N. K...
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Posted on: January 7, 2020
ROAD CLOSURE ALERT! Please be advised that Hummingbird Drive and North Audubon Drive will be closed at Southwest 328th Street due to roadwork beginning at 7 AM on January 8, 2020 until 5 PM on January 24, 2020. Please follow detour routes. To exit neighbo...
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Posted on: December 31, 2019
Happy Holidays! The December 2019 edition of Inside Homestead will bring you up to date on the exciting happenings of this year and give you a sneak peek at what's ahead in 2020.
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Posted on: December 4, 2019
The following road closures will be in effect Thursday, December 5, 2019 and Friday, December 6, 2019 to facilitate the next steps in construction on the Homestead Cybrarium —the first ever cyber-library that promises to bring fun back to literacy and lea...
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Posted on: December 4, 2019
Florida Power and Light will be conducting the regularly scheduled quarterly test of the Turkey Point Warning Sirens Friday, December 6, 2019 at 1:00pm. The test lasts about 20 minutes from start to finish.
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Posted on: November 29, 2019
In this episode of Inside Homestead we're talking about milestones in Downtown Homestead, holiday happenings, and important safety tips. Watch now to find out more!
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Posted on: November 13, 2019
The NASCAR Championship Weekend begins Friday, November 15, 2019. Check out the information below regarding traffic associated with the races:
Friday, November 15, 2019 ¦ Ford EcoBoost 200 (8PM)
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Homestead Police Department
Posted on: November 4, 2019
Florida Power and Light will be conducting maintenance on the Turkey Point Warning Sirens Tuesday, November 5, 2019 and Wednesday, November 6, 2019 between the hours of 8:00AM and 5:30PM. Siren maintenance includes a visual inspection, a public address “T...
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Posted on: October 23, 2019
Big news this month for the City of Homestead! We're talking about the Homestead Station Grand Opening, city events, financial updates, and award-winning TV. Inside Homestead starts right now...
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Posted on: September 3, 2019
The City of Homestead has lifted the State of Emergency originally declared Friday, August 30, 2019 in response to Hurricane Dorian. All City operations are running on a normal schedule.
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Posted on: August 31, 2019
The Offices of the City of Homestead will be closed Monday, September 2, 2019 in observance of Labor Day. Emergency Management Staff is still monitoring the progress of Hurricane Dorian and encourages residents to remain prepared. Emer...
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Posted on: August 31, 2019
The latest forecast for Hurricane Dorian looks promising for Homestead. As of now, it is unlikely that we will feel significant impacts, but there is a possibility of Tropical Force winds. The City of Homestead urges residents to remai...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
The City of Homestead declared a State of Emergency Friday, August 30, 2019 in response to Hurricane Dorian – a major Category 3 storm approaching Florida. By declaring a state of emergency, the City is ensuring ample time, resources, and flexibility to g...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
In light of the expected impacts of Hurricane Dorian, the City of Homestead will offer sandbag distributions for residents on Saturday, August 31, 2019 from 10am to 4pm at Roby George Park (211 SW 11th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030) and the Homestead Sports...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
The City of Homestead is continuing to monitor Hurricane Dorian and encourages all Homestead residents to check their hurricane plans. The current forecast shows impacts to Homestead coming as early as Sunday morning. There is currentl...
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Homestead Police Department
Posted on: August 29, 2019
In light of the expected impacts of Hurricane Dorian, the City of Homestead will offer sandbag distributions for residents on Friday, August 30, 2019 from 12pm to 7pm at Roby George Park (211 SW 11th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030) and the Homestead Sports C...
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Posted on: August 29, 2019
The City of Homestead is currently monitoring Hurricane Dorian and encourages all Homestead residents to check their hurricane plans. It is too early to know the exact impacts for South Florida, but wind and rain impacts are likely late this weekend into ...
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Posted on: August 28, 2019
The City of Homestead is monitoring the progress of Tropical Storm Dorian and encourages all residents to check their hurricane plans. There is no immediate danger and we will continue to keep you updated. For emergency preparedness tips and important con...
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Posted on: August 26, 2019
The “Superheroes” of Homestead Police Department will join more than 16,000 communities across the country when it hosts National Night Out on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 5pm to 9pm at the Homestead Police Headquarters located at 45 NW 1st Avenue, Homes...
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Posted on: August 22, 2019
National Weather Service officials have recertified Homestead, Florida as a StormReady community. The StormReady program helps community leaders and residents better prepare for hazardous weather and flooding. The City of Homestead was first cer...
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Posted on: August 13, 2019
This episode has good news about Homestead schools, the latest on entertainment and retail in Downtown Homestead, and HPD's Cookies with Rookies event. Inside Homestead starts right now…
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Posted on: July 30, 2019
At the July 24th Special Presentations, Councilman Larry Roth recognized the Homestead Police Explorers who, in June, had competed against teams from 22 other Florida municipalities at the annual competition held in Palm Beach Gardens and took home two im...
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Posted on: July 22, 2019
Florida Power and Light will be conducting Turkey Point siren maintenance from Monday, July 22, 2019 thru Wednesday, July 24, 2019 between the hours of 8am to 5:30pm. This maintenance will occur on each siren individually and includes both verba...
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Posted on: July 15, 2019
The Homestead Police Department invites the community to connect with the newest Homestead Officers at “Cookies with Rookies” on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 11am–2pm at Panera Bread (2493 NE 9th Court, Homestead, FL). Over the past year, HPD has we...
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Posted on: July 2, 2019
We’re talking about hurricane prep, record low crime stats, and the best fireworks show in South Florida. Tune in now to find out more about what's happening in your community on Inside Homestead.
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Posted on: June 20, 2019
For the Homestead Police Department (HPD), a commitment to serving the community is key for any member of the force. On June 17th, three new reserve officers committed to that vision after being sworn in and welcomed by Homestead Police Chief Al...
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Posted on: June 6, 2019
The regularly scheduled quarterly siren test of the Turkey Point Nuclear Plant’s warning sirens will occur Friday, June 7, 2019 at approximately 1PM and last about 20 minutes from start to finish. This test is a required part of Turkey Point's alert and n...
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Posted on: May 31, 2019
Hurricane season officially begins June 1st and ends November 30th. It is time to start making preparations such as tree trimming and cleaning out unwanted debris. The City urges all residents to prepare now. Find more resources and in...
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Posted on: May 23, 2019
The Homestead Police Department will host a Gun Buyback Event Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 10am to 2pm at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge located at 675 N. Homestead Blvd., Homestead, FL 33030. Anyone can come and turn in guns to receive cash...
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Posted on: May 10, 2019
Registration is now open for the Guiding the Path to Success (GPS) Summer Program. This summer enrichment program is open to students from Kindergarten through 5th Grade and will take place June 10, 2019—July 31, 2019 7:30AM-5:30PM at the Homest...
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Posted on: April 29, 2019
Registration is now open for the Homestead Police Athletic League Youth Enrichment Summer Program. This free enrichment program is open to students entering eighth through twelfth grades and will take place June 10, 2019—August 2, 2019...
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Posted on: April 25, 2019
On this episode of Inside Homestead, we're talking about events in Downtown, big honors for Homestead Police, and the Special Olympics. Watch now to find out more...
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Posted on: April 14, 2019
There will be a modified traffic pattern on SW 328th Street between US-1 and Krome Avenue Monday-Tuesday, April 15-16, 2019 from 8am to 4pm. During this time westbound lanes will be closed and eastbound lanes will be modified to accommodate both...
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Homestead Police Department
Posted on: April 5, 2019
FPL will be conducting Turkey Point siren maintenance Monday, April 8th through Wednesday, April 10th between the hours of 8 AM and 5:30 PM. Maintenance will be done to each siren individually and will consist of siren rotation as well as verbal and air-h...
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Posted on: March 26, 2019
There will be a modified traffic pattern on SW 328th Street between US-1 and Krome Avenue Thursday-Saturday, March 28-30 and Monday-Tuesday April 1-2. During this time westbound lanes will be closed and eastbound lanes will be modified to accomm...
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Posted on: March 19, 2019
Homestead Police Chief Alexander E. Rolle, Jr. has been chosen for induction into the 2019 Miami Dade College Alumni Hall of Fame for outstanding contributions to the field of Law Enforcement. The Alumni Hall of Fame honors extraordinary alumni ...
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Posted on: March 13, 2019
In this episode of Inside Homestead, we're talking about downtown developments, science Saturdays, and your National Parks. Watch now to find out more!
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