Cold Front, Major Shakeups, Massive Sports Complex and more! ❄️🚛⚽

Hey there!

The cold front is here, and it actually feels like fall in Miami! 🌬️ Perfect weather for some BBQ, a stroll, or just enjoying life outdoors. But hey, let’s talk about what’s happening around Homestead and Cutler Bay—it’s a lot!

🔍 Here’s What We’re Covering This Week:

• Homestead Station’s new owners

• A truck parking lot project breaking ground

• Chick-fil-A news (all 3 South Dade spots are open!)

• Plans for a massive $337M sports complex

• Weekend weather

Let’s dive in.

☀️ This Weekend’s Weather

We’re being spoiled with cooler temps this weekend! Here’s what to expect:

Friday: Sunny, High: 73°F, Low: 52°F
Saturday: Sunny, High: 72°F, Low: 55°F
Sunday: Sunny, High: 76°F, Low: 64°F

Get outside and enjoy it—it’s not often we get weather this nice!

🚉 Homestead Station Under New Ownership

Guess what? Homestead Station has new owners: Linkvest Capital and MMG Equity Partners. The previous folks couldn’t keep up with the mortgage and handed over the keys instead of going through foreclosure drama.

MMG is all about retail, so they’re planning to give the place a facelift and bring in more tenants. Could be just what Homestead Station needs to thrive. Let’s see how it plays out.

🚛 Truck Parking Lot Construction Underway

After months of waiting, construction is finally starting on a truck parking lot in Princeton. It’s a big deal because it’s the first purpose-built truck parking facility in Miami-Dade!

Here’s the scoop:

• 60 acres of asphalt with 1,572 truck parking spaces

• 24/7 security and gated access

• Located at 10495 SW 248th St., right by the Turnpike

It’s a win for the local logistics scene—and anyone tired of seeing trucks parked all over the place.

🍗 All Chick-fil-As Now Open!

Chicken fans, rejoice! All three Chick-fil-As in South Dade are officially open. Here’s where you can grab your nuggets or chicken sandwich:

• Coconut Palm: 11250 SW 248th St., Homestead

• Homestead: 3200 NE 8th St., Homestead

• Cutler Bay: 18240 S. Dixie Hwy., Miami

Now you’ve got options for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

⚽ A $337M Sports Complex in the Works

Here’s something exciting: There’s a plan to build a $337 million sports complex near the Homestead Reserve Air Base.

The proposal includes:

• A 10,000-seat soccer stadium

• A hotel, student housing, and a sports medicine center

• Basketball courts and other sports fields

Not everyone’s thrilled about it—there are concerns about its impact on the air base and nearby protected areas. But if it goes through, it could be a huge boost for the area or make it worse. Fingers crossed they get it right.

🌳 Cutler Bay Legacy Park: A Vision for Community Connection

Big things are on the horizon for Cutler Bay! The new Cutler Bay Legacy Park will transform a 16-acre parcel into the ultimate community hub. Here’s what’s planned:

• A brand-new Town Hall and Police Station

• A modern Community Center

• A sprawling park designed for festivals, performances, and events

This ambitious project is all about creating a vibrant space where neighbors can connect, celebrate, and enjoy the best of Cutler Bay. We’ll keep you updated as plans take shape!

A few events taking place this weekend in Homestead and Cutler Bay ;

I tried to add the pictures with info for the events but the silly laptop wouldn’t let me.

• Palmetto Bay Artisans and Farmers market - Every Sunday 10am - 4pm at the Coral Reef park

• Orange Bowl Fall fest - Saturday 11/23/24 9am- noon at the orange bowl field at Harris Field Park

• Movies in the Park at Losner Park Friday 11/22/24 at 6pm, movie starts at 7pm

• Holiday toy drive Nov 15 - Dec 15 drop off locations are Town of Cutler Bay Center on Caribbean Blvd or Cutler Ridge Park

Got a Tip or an Event?

Know about something happening in the community? Hit reply or DM us—we’re always looking for cool stories to share.

Stay warm (or cool, in this case 😉),
The Lure MIA Team