🌱 Dead Body Found In Miami + Miami Police Sgt. Attacks Police Chief

Hey, friends! It's Saturday in Miami and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in the community, including news on:

• A dead body has been discovered at a Miami construction site.
• The 10th annual Art + Soul Celebration is coming Feb. 11 to South Florida.
• A developer has made $80 million in sales at The Elser Hotel & Residents in less than 60 days to mostly Latin American investors.

But first, today's weather:

An afternoon shower; breezy. High: 76 Low: 75.

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Here are the top stories in Miami today:

1. A dead body has been discovered inside a concrete cylinder block at a Miami construction site. The cause of death has yet to determined and is under investigation. Police have yet to release information on the identity of the victim either. (WFLA)
2. The developers behind The Elser Hotel & Residences in South Florida claim they have made $80 million dollars in closed sales in less than 60 days, a remarkable achievement as Miami continues to draw investors to its real estate market fleeing from foreign governments. Latin American buyers make up 75 percent of sales and hail from Colombia, Mexico, and Chile, according to The Next Miami. (The Next Miami)
3. A Miami Police Sergeant is speaking out on the radio after saying she was forced to retire. Her message to the police was sharp saying, "You guys think you are doing an amazing job, but in reality, you guys have destroyed this police department and the morale." Police said they "are currently reviewing the incident, therefore no further comment will be made at this time."(WSVN)
4. A South Florida delivery driver was convicted by a jury earlier this week of beating an elderly old woman to death and setting a fire at her home. The accused man faces a mandatory life sentence at an upcoming April 5 hearing. (CBS Miami)
5. Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) plans to host its 10th annual Art + Soul Celebration on Feb. 11. The event features cocktails, music, dancing, and more. The event will honor actor and activist Jesse Williams. (South Florida Times)

Today in Miami:

• Scott Miller's Palmetto Bay Farmer's Market. (9 a.m.)
• Yoga By The Shore at Sagamore Hotel South Beach. (9:30 a.m.)
• Rooftop Yoga at Novotel Miami Brickell. (10 a.m.)
• Bandit x Museum Of Graffiti: Wynwood Art District Shakeout Run. (10 a.m.)
• Social Saturdays On South Beach at Uncut Miami. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools shared: "Educator Khristal Gooding from Robert Morgan Educational Center is M-DCPS South Region’s Teacher of the Year Finalist. She instills empathy, curiosity and passion while closing achievement gaps and maximizing student potential." (Miami-Dade County Public Schools via Facebook)
• Miami Police Department shared: "Congratulations to Officer Sanchez who was awarded a silver life-saving award for his unwavering heroism." (Miami Police Department)
• Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce shared: "Our Better Beach Awards are back this year🎉, and it's time to nominate a Miami Beach local business, realtor, project, or local community member today🏆." (Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you soon.

— Carlos Hernandez

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a food writer with over 10 years of experience in the industry. I write the food blog Carlos Eats (http://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines with food-related blogs and articles.

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