Worried about the next named storm? Not sure what it will mean to South Florida? Miami-Dade County offers the free ReadyMDC mobile app, which allows you to get the most up-to-the-minute information to deal with a hurricane before, during and after. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You […]
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Bargains galore at Tuesday Morning closeout sale
Housewares and home furnishings store Tuesday Morning is going out of business, and everything is on sale. It’s the ideal time to stock up on great items for the home, with 30 percent off its already deeply discounted merchandise. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can […]
Got mosquito problems? Get help from Miami-Dade
Yes, mosquitoes are a way of life in Miami – especially during the rainy summer months. But did you know you can request help if you’re experiencing significant mosquito problems? Miami-Dade County’s 311Direct service allows you to submit a service request for an inspection. This applies to residential and commercial properties. To keep up with […]
Vizcaya offers volunteer opportunities in the gardens
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is open and offering you a fun volunteer opportunity. If you’re into gardening, now you can assist horticulturist David Hardy and his crew with special projects around the property, at 3251 S. Miami Ave. The goal is for you to help “enhance the visual appearance and natural environment” of Vizcaya while […]
Veggies & herbs you can grow inside in summer
If you’re interested in picking up a fresh, at-home activity, producing edible indoor plants such as radishes, turnips and arugula right inside your South Florida home is fun, relatively easy and relatively inexpensive. For wisdom on the topic, we solicited tips from a South Florida urban horticulture program specialist affiliated with the University of Florida […]
Mosquitoes are part of Miami life: What to do about it
This season in Miami brings summertime, hurricanes and … mosquitoes! So here’s a reminder to take precautions to prevent these insects from multiplying, biting and spreading disease (especially in the aftermath of a hurricane, when affected areas can become breeding grounds because of floodwaters, downed trees and overgrown grass). To keep up with latest news, sign […]
North Miami residents can get financial assistance
With state and federal financial assistance hard to come by during these difficult times, the City of North Miami has implemented several plans to help its residents. Along with its Community Redevelopment Agency, the city has several programs in place. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You […]
Support local: Try new online market for food, clothes and more
Now more than ever, it is a good time to support small businesses – and you can do that with the newly launched online Vecinos Market. (“Vecinos” means neighbors.) The site gives Miami residents access to online shopping with delivery of goods from a variety of local businesses, many of which are very familiar. New […]
Hurricane preparedness: How to build an emergency kit
The aftermath of a hurricane can be devastating and leave you and loved ones without basic necessities. Here’s a helpful guide to creating an essential and basic emergency supply kit. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter. It’s […]
Free internet service for low-income households
In an effort to make people’s lives easier in this current climate, Comcast is increasing speeds in its Internet Essentials program – and making the service free for new, low-income customers for two months. The idea is to help people stay connected to families, workplaces and more. In a letter, Comcast President of Consumer Services […]
How to prepare for a hurricane (without spending too much)
South Floridians have learned the hard way to take hurricanes seriously. When we get complacent, another storm comes and reminds us of the importance of hurricane preparation and supplies. You should take preparing for a hurricane seriously — but you shouldn’t buy a lot of things you’re never going to use. Miami-Dade County has an online hurricane guide that […]
