Cherry on top is that they are Argentinian New Yorkers

On August 18, 2026, city of Miami voters will decide whether to approve a 40-year agreement with Global Spectrum to activate and manage events while helping fund the venue’s restoration.

I very much hope this structure can be saved as many famous people have performed or visited the site such as Elvis Presley, Jimmy Buffett, The Beach Boys, Ray Charles, Queen, The Who, Lunyrd Skynyrd, Aretha Franklin, President Richard Nixon, and was used for many boating competitions and Catholic masses for Cuban immigrants.

The city of Miami completed stabilization work to secure the pylons supporting the over-water structure, finalizing the repair of nine piles and two concrete caps in January, 2024. The pylon work utilized reinforced pile jackets with cathodic protection to stop rusting from saltwater exposure. This was considered Phase I of the overall structural rescue. I would love to see the stadium fully restored and while the restoration has been an huge issue for the last 30 years, the structure actually remains very secure and intact from this work the city of Miami did to save the structure. You might as well restore it if you already started repairing it.

Hilario Candela, a Cuban immigrant, designed the structure when he was 28 years old in 1963. He died in 2022 after years of trying to advocate to save the structure and his efforts did see some results over the years.

I think this venue has a real good chance of being saved if the vote on August 18, 2026 is yes. It’s not as difficult to save as other abandoned stadiums such as the Houston Astrodome and there has already been work to save it. I hope people ultimately vote yes to save this. It’s a really unique venue that has survived hurricane after hurricane. I think saving this abandoned structure is ultimately worth the money.

Edit: Apparently, Jimmy Buffett and his daughter were also huge supporters to see the venue saved from abandonment: https://youtu.be/fq7j-_fhgKA?is=e3wqa2QuTcuC8n5B

It’s a freeing experience

seriously driving down US-1 today and it just feels like the entire city is one giant concrete pour

I was trying to figure out how these developers keep getting approval for massive towers right next to normal houses and ended up down a rabbit hole. Came across this breakdown by larry mastropieri about the live local act and how developers are basically using it to completely bypass miami's local zoning laws. it makes so much sense now but it's honestly so depressing.

like I get that we need affordable housing but let's be real, none of these luxury high-rises are actually affordable for normal people who actually live and work here. They just build a few "workforce" units and then block out the sun for the rest of us

I feel like im losing my mind living here sometimes. anyway just needed to vent after sitting in traffic for an hour to go 3 miles

Coral Gate residents fear florida's new development law https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Z2Xo2TbGsc
this clip perfectly captures how local neighborhoods are desperately trying to fight back against these massive out-of-scale projects

Passed my earlier today and saw the lease sign behind the glass and the menu was taken down.

they had their patties at almost 6 dollars each before closing which probably explains a lot.

Tom here from u/ResidentAdvisor

Medium Cool has announced the closure of its Miami Beach venue, the team shared on Instagram, July 19th. They also confirmed that they're looking for a new location.

"After nearly four wonderful years," the statement read, "we are on the hunt for a new home."

Oye, so toll roads on the palmetto is in full operation in case ya'll haven't seen. It was free Southbound and Northbound for almost 3 years I think.

The Scam: Northbound. That little section that one would take to avoid the 49st exit traffic jam, where you can enter the toll about 1/4 before 49st. Signs read "$0.50 to 122nd St." Yeah that little piece of 1/4 mile toll road is 50 cents! Que mierda.

That pissed me off, just saw the charge on my dashboard. Warning ya'll in case ya'll thought it was free because it was super short. Nope.

Looking to join a run club or fitness club and connect with like minded people. Which ones are the best to join? I know about the Brickell Run Club but that’s about it. Late 20s female if that matters.

Hey all, I just moved down here from central FL. I’m looking for weekly or seasonal pop-up or farmer’s markets in MIA. Can you share any that you really like? Thanks 🫶🏽

I'm thinking of moving and need to know where to avoid at all costs. Tell me the things you only learned about after you moved in!!

Can anyone recommend a person or company who can paint the exterior of my house? Not really looking for a handyman - looking for someone who’s main focus is painting

I also have some areas of the stucco that need to be smoothed out where the previous owner of my house patched himself and it just looks pretty bad. Willing to hire a separate company for this if anyone can recommend too?

Thanks!

anybody know where I can find some I’m in Broward County but will drive..,

theres a blue book box there (behind main street, the one with a bridge over the river) and im trying to find the caretaker. anyone got any leads? thx!

Preferably one opened since before 1960 and has multiple locations 🤔

Hi everyone! I’m looking for recommendations for a reliable recovery nurse or caregiver in Miami after cosmetic surgery. If you’ve personally used someone you trust, please share their contact information or send me a DM. I’d really appreciate any recommendations. Thank you!

Hey guys! I’m running a campaign where I pay for someone’s groceries for any meal of their choosing in the Miami area, preferably closer to coral gables. Bit more complicated than that but dm me for details I promise I’m serious. Mods don’t prevent me from doing a good thing