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Poetry Corner: Mr. Lawnmower Man.. Why Are Your Machines So Loud? By Brad Curtis

The grass gets cut till the yards are done. Surely this cannot be fun. You start early and finish late. You even wack against the gate. Without a grin, you make sure every blade gets trim.   The sound is strong. Cats and dogs hide. Birds can't chirp as your mower glides. Row by row, like solving a puzzle. Your face is covered by a muzzle.   Your machines are what produces the clatter. You must yell if you choose to chatter. A necessary chore, like a hair cut. You press on despite being stuck in a rut.   Squirrels stare, what is that sound? As they munch on a nut till it hits the ground. Busy, busy, lots of yards around. Your bark is louder than my hound.   Appointments are set. Our needs are met. You rumble on,...

Agents Raid Houseboat In Miami Canal Between Hialeah and Miami Springs

    In this historic photo, the houseboat that sunk in the Miami Canal between Hialeah and Country Club Estates (Miami Springs) in 1925. Notice the new Warren Pony Swing Bridge, First State Bank of Hialeah and Curtiss Bright Administration building in the background. On October 30, 1925. Agents raided this houseboat in this location and arrested Frank Thompson and charged him with illegal possession of liquor. How bout this for a mysterious photo? There appears to be a UFO hovering over Triangle Park and Okeechobee Road in downtown Hialeah.

Family Football And Making The Weekend Count

   Historically, football has always connected generations of my family. Additionally, this past weekend brought us together again, giving Matty time with his cousins...

1957 Miami Springs Police Department Motormen. By Ken Wilde

    1957 photo of Miami Springs Police Department motorcycle officers Bill Greenhaw on the right and John Kingsmore on the left. Bill joined his...

So We Shift On. By Brad Curtis

We have entered the most important time in the history of mankind. The Earth (spelled with a capital E) and all who dwell on...

Friday, September 4th. The Opening Night At The Pelican Playhouse Was A Huge Success.

The historic town of Miami Springs gathered inside the Rebecca Sosa Theater for opening night of The Clothesline.  A play to celebrate the 100...

Just Another Load by Bob Best

As we rummage through life filled with all its nuances and trinity; and yes some intervals bridge-building and productive periods. We reminisce about the...

Miami Springs Golden Hawks Football Report. By Bill Daley

Special to the Gazette Marcus Smith fought for playing time at Miami Central, a talent factory. Ultimately, it wasn't enough, and he decided to move....

A Centennial Weekend To Remember: Miami Springs Turns 100

A hometown reflection on 100 years of community, history and pride I am about to turn 41, and I have spent roughly 30 of those...

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Chris Alvy Band At Woody’s

Some evenings begin without much fanfare, then stay with you because everything seems to fall naturally into place. Friday, August 21st, was one of...

All Angels Set To Begin A New...

Demolition of the longtime sanctuary clears the way for a renewed church and expanded school facilities. For generations of Miami Springs residents, All Angels...

The Show Must Go On: The Resilience...

The Solar eclipse was invisible to us that day, but the strength of Vintage was obvious. Their light was NOT blocked by anything. The...

Glenn Curtiss With His 1929 Aerocar At...

Glenn Curtiss, was a famous aviator, inventor and founder of Miami Springs. But that's not all he is famous for. In 1929 this photo...

The Renagades Set Made Woody’s Swing Last...

Saturday, August 8th at Woody’s had that smooth, calm energy that only shows up after a good rain. The clouds had finally moved on,...

Help River Cities Gazette Thrive And Expand....

We are hoping to serve the community better. We will use the funds appropriately to broaden our horizon. To think outside the box. To...
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