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Hello Doral! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Catstravaganza, world cup fan fest, and teen cooking camp + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Panther standout honored: FIU safety Shamir Sterlin was recognized on July 20 as one of 162 nominees for the 2026 AFCA Allstate Good Works Team, honoring community service, academics, and leadership -- read the full story.
A new creative hub: Miami’s LEC Studios, built by Humberto Alvarez, opened in 2026 and chose an SSL Origin 32-channel console as its centerpiece, with Malvicino Design Group overseeing the studio’s design and integration -- learn why the console was chosen.
Wellness club on the rise: The Biohack Lab has expanded to five South Florida locations, including Coral Gables and Morningside, offering over 100 therapies from hyperbaric oxygen to cryotherapy, plus a free series of talks -- see what they offer.
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The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Get moving, Doral: Whether you're sneaking in a pre-dinner rally on the tennis courts, chasing passes on the soccer fields, taking a few swings at the baseball diamonds, or letting the kids conquer the playground while you breathe for two minutes, Doral Legacy Park delivers easy fun close to home. Pack water, text a friend, call it therapy.
Level up your living room: If your sofa has seen one too many cafecito spills, Habitus Doral has a curated lineup of modern pieces blending Italian elegance, Brazilian craftsmanship, and Scandinavian calm, plus friendly design consultants to help you pull it all together.
Comfort food, Colombian coffee: Whether you need a midweek pick-me-up or a weekend treat, Luka Restaurant and Coffee turns scratch-made Latin American comfort into a small celebration. Pair a silky flat white with their lomo saltado brunch twist, then thank the friendly crew for keeping Doral happily caffeinated.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here. You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in Home Depot, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh →
Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
A window quote that takes an hour and costs you nothing. No showroom, no sales runaround, no obligation to buy anything. A design consultant comes to you, measures your windows, walks you through the options, and leaves you with an exact price and timeline, that's the whole visit. Keep the quote as long as you like and decide whenever you're ready, or don't. Booking takes about a minute. *Book your free visit →
The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌮 Food Trucks Fridays Fiesta @ Tropical Park (Miami) | Friday (7/24) at 5:00 PM – If your kitchen is on strike, Tropical Park becomes a rolling buffet every Friday, with Miami’s best-loved trucks slinging arepas, burgers, Korean bites, acai, churros, and even lobster rolls. Bring blankets and chairs, enjoy free parking, and call it dinner with a view.
🐱 Miami Boutique Catstravaganza @ Miami Airport Convention Center | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – Trade the Causeway crawl for Miami’s Boutique Catstravaganza, a smaller Loving Cats Worldwide show where you get face time with pedigrees and rescues, an international judging panel, and founder Steven Meserve. Catwalk struts, clever vendors, and adoptable charmers await, no litter box assembly required.
🏫 Keiser Showcase Campus Preview @ Keiser University Miami Campus | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – If you've been craving a field trip that doesn't require your kid's permission slip, Keiser's campus preview in Sweetwater brings a car show, labs you can poke, tours, and TU 94.9 games and prizes. Expect K9 action, food trucks, local vendors, and obligatory photo ops.
⚾ San Diego Padres at Miami Marlins @ LoanDepot Park | Sunday (7/26) at 7:40 AM – Swap the beach for the ballpark and catch the Padres visiting the Marlins for an afternoon tilt at loanDepot park, where the roof is merciful, the cafecito strong, and bullpen opinions plentiful. Expect contrasting styles, cool AC, and a very Miami crowd.
🚗 Cars at the Crossings @ Midway Crossings (Miami) | Sunday (7/26) at 9:00 AM – Whether you polish your ride or like to point and nod, this hang brings exotics, customs, and a DJ. Kids get games, adults hit domino tables and Ashes to Ashes Cigar Lounge, and everyone grabs Kaffas coffee, Cajios Cuban, Perla Grill, La Fogata, and more.
⚽ World Cup Fan Fest @ Bayfront Park Miami | Sunday (7/26) at 12:00 PM – Clear your calendar and wander to Bayfront Park for a free, 23-day soccer blowout with food vendors, games, and those only-in-Miami water theatrics. Think family friendly block party, multiplied by 30,000 fellow fans, vuvuzelas optional, sunscreen not. Real hometown chaos, in the best way.
👩 Summer Cooking Camp @ Taste Buds Kitchen Miami | Monday (7/27) at 1:00 PM – Summer survival tip from someone who’s burned a few cookies here. Park your 9 to 13-year-old in this five-day Baking 101 camp, vegetarian friendly, and let them master measuring, whisking, and patience while your smoke alarm, and sanity, take a vacation.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Doral report Weather forecastToday — High: 95°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 19%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 105. Southeast wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 80. Heat index values as high as 100. East wind 3 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 95°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 15%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 95. East wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 80. East wind 3 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThis 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in gated Doral Isles-Croix delivers roomy living with a 3-car garage, parking for 6+ vehicles, and a spacious backyard made for gatherings. Inside, an updated kitchen, modern finishes, and an oversized primary suite with a walk-in closet add comfort. Resort-style amenities, from pools to courts, round it out.
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