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Best Nursing Schools in Miami

Thursday May 17, 2012
In a recent forum message, Rimme Walker asks:

"I'm a junior in high school and I aspire to become a Pediatric Nurse or a Neonatal nurse. I want to go to a good university after high school. I want to obtain the Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing, however I'm unsure of what university I should attend. I would like to attend a prestigious nursing school that will right away guarantee me a spot in the nursing field after I graduate. Are there any suggestions of top nursing schools could I attend?"

Do you have any advice for Rimme? Interested in nursing school yourself? Visit the About Miami forum and join the conversation!

Understanding Miami's Roads

Tuesday May 15, 2012


Driving in Miami can be an incredibly frustrating experience. After all, our city is the two-time winner of the Rudest Drivers in America contest and, unfortunately, many of our residents are proud of that fact. We're also known for bumper-to-bumper traffic and confusing roads that can bewilder a newcomer. Let's try to untangle some of that together.

Read the full article: Driving in Miami

Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Mothers Day 2012 in Miami

Thursday May 10, 2012
Miami is a great place to celebrate Mother's Day! Take your mother or grandmother out for a special celebration. In this article, we look at some of the best ways to celebrate Mother's Day in a uniquely Miami style.

Read the full article: Mother's Day in Miami

Photo courtesy Emeril's

May is Miami Museum Month

Tuesday May 8, 2012
May is Miami Museum Month! During the month of May, members at any participating museum receive free admission to any (or all!) of the other participating museums. May's a fantastic month to be a museum member in Miami!

Read the full story: Miami Museum Month 2012

May 2012 Free Museum Weekend in Miami

Thursday May 3, 2012
Miami Art Museum

This weekend (and the first full weekend of every month in 2012), many Miami museums participating in the Museums On Us program will be offering free admission to all Bank of America or Merrill Lynch cardholders. Simply present your bank card and photo ID at any of the following museums:

Greynolds Love-In on Sunday

Tuesday May 1, 2012
The Greynolds Love-In offers a 1960s flashback celebration in Miami's Greynolds Park featuring period music, clothing and memorabilia. It takes place today from 11AM-6:30PM at Greynolds Park (17530 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach).

For more information, see the Greynolds Love-In Website.

Best Things to do in the Everglades

Thursday April 26, 2012


Everglades National Park is one of South Florida's natural treasures. Within the park's boundaries, you will find wildlife unique to this swampy habitat, natural formations of great beauty and recreation opportunities that exist only in Florida's southernmost tip. In this article, we look at the ten "must do" activities within Everglades National Park.

Read the full story: Top Ten Activities in Everglades National Park

Photo courtesy National Park Service

Exploring Miami's History

Tuesday April 24, 2012


View the history of Miami through the photographer's lens in our Miami Historical Photo Gallery. The gallery includes shots of the beach, Miami Seaquarium, and transportation by air, land and sea.

This gallery is brought to us from the publishers of Historic Photos of Greater Miami.

Best Pizza in Miami

Thursday April 19, 2012


Whatever your pizza preference, Miami has a pizza place that will satisfy your craving. From traditional New York pizza to Chicago deep dish and everything in between, Miami's pizza parlors provide a wide range of gooey, cheesy tomato goodness!

Navigating our pizza shops can be tricky and everyone has their own neighborhood favorites. I took upon myself the awful burden of exploring many of Miami's pizza joint over the years and I humbly offer you this list of my five favorite stops.

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Photo Courtesy Anthony's Coal-Fired Pizza

Best Things to do in Key West

Tuesday April 17, 2012
Duval Street
Planning a weekend getaway to Key West? There's plenty of exciting things to do when you visit the southernmost point in the continental United States! In this story, we take a look at some of the best ways to spend some time in Key West, whether you're looking for a wild night out on the town or a pleasant day with your children.

Read the full list: Best Things to do in Key West

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