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Robert Kelbert wearing a black cowboy hat and suit smiles in a courtroom setting with U.S. and state flags behind him.
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From vision to legacy: Robert Kelbert is redefining education and accountability in Miami

A bold approach to leadership, identity, and accountability is positioning Robert Kelbert as a new kind of education leader in South Florida—one grounded in trust,
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José Milton with dark hair and a mustache, wearing a black tuxedo with a bow tie and white pocket square, posed against a neutral background.
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Honoring José Milton: A visionary who helped build South Florida and the communities within it 

A 50-year legacy rooted in resilience, purpose, and a profound commitment to shaping lives as much as skylines
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8 women featured in Calle Ocho News for Women's History Month.
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Calle Ocho News honors 8 women shaping the future of Miami

Eight leaders. Eight stories. One powerful reminder that Miami’s strength is built by women who lead with vision, resilience, and purpose.
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Marisol “Mari” Rodríguez, founder of Pro-Arte wearing a red suit.
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From academia to artistry: How Marisol “Mari” Rodríguez is building cultural bridges through Pro-Arte

A former university professor turned cultural entrepreneur, Mari Rodríguez is redefining artist representation and live performance in South Florida—one carefully curated experience at a time
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Miami-Dade County Commissioner Vicky Lopez holding a framed issue of Calle Ocho News with Calle Ocho News Editor In Chief Rosi Rosell.
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From policy to the people: Vicki Lopez’s vision for District 5 and Miami-Dade

From state policymaker to county commissioner, Lopez’s approach blends experience with accessibility, emphasizing partnership, accountability, and measurable outcomes for residents
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Cuban American publicist and press chief Maykel Pérez in a blue and gold button up shirt.
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Maykel Pérez’s Miami blueprint: How a Cuban American publicist rose to Latin America’s top 25 in 2025

Pérez reflected on a career built through reinvention, professional ethics, and a commitment to elevating the Cuban and Latin community from Miami to the international
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Commissioner Rolando Escalona wearing a blue suit with a white pickup truck in the background.
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Commissioner Rolando Escalona: Reclaiming pride, safety, and culture in District 3

A hands-on approach to public service that puts cleanliness, safety, and cultural preservation at the center of District 3’s future
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Strive 305's Manny Cid smiling in a blue suit.
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Inside Strive 305’s entrepreneurial mission with Manny Cid

The County initiative is creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs
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Lourdes Mola from Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood in a red blazer and black dress.
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Lourdes Mola sets vision for Latin market growth at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, FL

A seasoned entertainment executive brings cultural fluency, strategic vision, and community focus to one of South Florida’s most influential destinations
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Miami Environmental Activist Andrew Otazo in a gray suit.
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Beyond the lecture: How one Miami activist is making environmentalism fun

Andrew Otazo, founder of ARO Communications, is transforming civic engagement in South Florida by trading in sermons for satire and lectures for laughs, proving that
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Vicki Lopez getting sworn in as Miami-Dade County District 5 Commissioner.
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Vicki Lopez takes the helm: A people-first vision for the future of District 5

A new Commissioner steps in with a clear message—growth must work for the people who already call Miami home
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