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Rep. Gimenez Issues Statement on Members of Congress Visiting Communist Cuba

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 29, 2024

Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez, representing Miami-Dade County and the beautiful Florida Keys, has strongly condemned Members of Congress who recently visited Communist Cuba. In a statement, he emphasized the importance of keeping Cuba on the List of State Sponsors of Terrorism, stating, "There is no negotiating with these pathetic thugs."Gimenez, the only Cuban-born Member of the 118th Congress, fled his homeland following the Communist takeover. With a background as a career firefighter paramedic and former Fire Chief of the City of Miami and Mayor of Miami-Dade County, he...

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Rep. Carlos Gimenez Urges Inclusion of Israel in the National Technology and Industrial Base

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 29, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez (FL-28), a Member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), joined Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02) in a letter to Department of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin III urging him to stand with our ally the Democratic, Jewish State of Israel. Specifically, the letter urges the Department of Defense to assess the benefits of including Israel as part of the National Technology and Industrial Base (NTIB).In a statement, Rep. Gimenez expressed his support for this initiative, saying, "Proud to join my friend Rep. Joe Wilson in a...

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Chairman Gimenez Holds Hearing to Examine Threats to U.S. Maritime Ports

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 29, 2024

Today, Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez (FL-28), Chairman of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security, conducted a hearing to address the vulnerabilities facing U.S. maritime ports, particularly in light of increased threats from Communist China.During the hearing, Chairman Gimenez highlighted the risks posed by Chinese state-owned enterprise, Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Company Limited (ZPMC), which dominates ship-to-shore crane production in U.S. ports. He emphasized the potential dangers of allowing the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Miami-Dade County rise or fall in 2021?

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Miami-Dade County received $25.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Which former South Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 25, 2024

These former South Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

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South Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 24, 2024

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

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Unity Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Q4 2023’s 3rd largest nursing home in Miami-Dade County

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 23, 2024

With an overall rating of one, Unity Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center was the third largest nursing home in Miami-Dade County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Victoria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc. was 2nd largest nursing home in Miami-Dade County as of Q4 2023

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 22, 2024

Boasting an overall rating of five, Victoria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc. was the second largest nursing home in Miami-Dade County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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How much did farmers in Miami-Dade County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Miami-Dade County received $28,200,481 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Miami Jewish Health Systems, Inc. was largest nursing home in Miami-Dade County as of Q4 2023

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 21, 2024

Miami Jewish Health Systems, Inc., the largest nursing home in Miami-Dade County, aided an average of 302.6 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Rep. Carlos Gimenez Issues Statement on Biden Administration Action to Bolster Port Cybersecurity

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 21, 2024

MIAMI, FL - Congressman Carlos A. Giménez (FL-28) has spoken out following the Biden Administration's recent efforts to enhance port cybersecurity against potential threats from Communist China. In a statement, Rep. Gimenez emphasized the importance of safeguarding America's seaports, stating, “Communist China is our foremost adversary and poses the most significant national security threat against the United States.”Highlighting the critical role of ports in the nation's economic activity, Rep. Gimenez expressed concerns about the potential impact of a cyberattack by...

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A look at Riviera Health Resort, a nursing home in Coral Gables, Florida

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 19, 2024

Owned by Coral Gables New Riviera Management, LLC, Matthew Gawne, and Richard Stacey Sr., Riviera Health Resort boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Miami-Dade County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Nspire Healthcare Kendall?

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 18, 2024

Owned by MLNM Master Tenant, LLC since Sep. 18, 2018, Nspire Healthcare Kendall had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Which former South Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 19?

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 18, 2024

These former South Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 19.

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South Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 17, 2024

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

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Homestead Manor a Palace Community: 5-star nursing home in Miami-Dade County

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 17, 2024

Owned by Helen Shaham and Jacob Shaham since Nov. 1, 2011, Homestead Manor a Palace Community boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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East Ridge Retirement Village, Inc., a non-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 16, 2024

Owned by East Ridge Retirement Village, Inc. since April 19, 2010, East Ridge Retirement Village, Inc. had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned Brookwood Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Q4 2023?

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 15, 2024

Owned by Brookwood Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Member, LLC since Oct. 7, 2022, Brookwood Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Rep. Carlos Gimenez Issues Statement on Chairman Gallagher's Decision to Not Seek Re-Election

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 12, 2024

MIAMI, FL - Congressman Carlos A. Giménez (FL-28) has issued a statement expressing his support for Chairman Mike Gallagher's decision to not seek re-election in 2024. Rep. Gimenez, who serves alongside Chairman Gallagher on the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Community Party (CCP), praised Gallagher as a patriot and a strong fighter for America.In his statement, Rep. Gimenez said, "Chairman Mike Gallagher is a patriot and strong fighter for America, both as a Member of Congress and as a US Marine. One of my...

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Rep. Carlos Gimenez Issues Statement on Passing of Miami Herald Editor Nancy Ancrum

By South Miami-Dade News | Feb 12, 2024

Miami Herald Editor Nancy Ancrum's passing has left Congressman Carlos A. Giménez deeply saddened. In a statement, Rep. Gimenez expressed his condolences and highlighted Ancrum's tremendous impact on the Miami-Dade County community.“Nancy was a true institution in our community who believed in giving a voice to the voiceless and keeping Miami-Dade County as informed as possible," said Rep. Gimenez. "I extend my deepest condolences to her family and loved ones and honor the incredible legacy she left behind. Rest in peace, Nancy.”Rep. Gimenez, who represents Miami-Dade...