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Renee's Miami Blog August 2005 Archive

By Renee Chapple, About.com Guide to Miami since 2002

FPL Provides Details on Power Restoration to Miami

Monday August 29, 2005
Many Miami residents are still awaiting the restoration of their electric power service after Hurricane Katrina struck Dade County last week. FPL recently released details on when they expect ... Read More

Naming Hurricanes

Sunday August 28, 2005
Have you ever wondered about the system used for naming hurricanes? Where did those names come from, anyway? Will we have to suffer through another "Hurricane Andrew"? The system is ... Read More

Miami Bound

Sunday August 28, 2005
Randy (MIAMIBOUND) recently posted in the forum that he's packing for a household move to Miami. Join the welcoming conversation and learn more about what he'll miss from his ... Read More

Post-Storm Safety Tips

Sunday August 28, 2005
The Miami Herald recently published a list of tips for those of you homebound after Hurricane Katrina. It's a definite must-read if you're in an area affected by the ... Read More

Single in Miami

Sunday August 21, 2005
Forbes.com performs an annual ranking of the best cities for singles. Miami ranked a surprisingly low 23rd out of 40 cities. Find out what dragged down our score ... Read More

Miami Urgent Care Centers

Sunday August 21, 2005
t’s seven o’clock in the evening on a Friday night and you feel like your head is going to explode. You’re achy, feverish and nauseous, and you know you’re doctor ... Read More

Best and Worst of Miami Schools 2005

Sunday August 21, 2005
Miami’s public schools have a lot to be proud of in 2005! The Florida Department of Education recently released its 2005 school report cards and Miami was pleased to learn ... Read More

Getting a Florida Driver's License

Sunday August 14, 2005
Whether you're new to driving, new to Florida or just need to get a replacement license, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is your first stop. Arrive prepared ... Read More

Looking for a Room

Sunday August 14, 2005
In a recent forum posting, KREESS wrote: "I am looking for an efficiency or a room to rent around $100-350 a month with everything included. I know it is very ... Read More

Restaurant Review: The Palm

Sunday August 14, 2005
The Palm offers everything a good steakhouse should: deliciously tender cuts of meat, filling sides, wonderful, fresh salads and dressings (the bleu cheese is to die for!), and desserts that ... Read More

How to Pay a Miami-Dade Traffic Ticket

Sunday August 7, 2005
We all know what a hassle it can be to pay a traffic ticket in Miami-Dade County. Previously, if you received a citation, you needed to either mail a check ... Read More

Top 10 Miami Restaurants

Sunday August 7, 2005
Miami's well known for its ethnic diversity and the dining choices in our fair city reflect that multiculturalism. From fine steaks to greasy hamburgers to authentic Cuban specialties, you’ll find ... Read More

Back to School!

Sunday August 7, 2005
It's that time of year already! The school buses will be rolling soon, as Miami-Dade public schools get set to open their doors on Monday morning!

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