🌱 Doral Waste-To-Energy Fire Update + Novikov Miami New Brunch Menu

Hello again, neighbors! It's me, Carlos Hernandez, your host of the Miami Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in the community today. Today you'll read about...

• Miami-Dade officials gave an update on Friday on the Doral waste-to-energy facility fire
• Novikov Miami has a new brunch menu available on Sundays
• City of Miami has given approval to Miami-Dade to partially demolish the Coconut Grove Playhouse

But first, today's weather: Breezy with a passing shower. High: 79 Low: 72.

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Here are the top stories today in Miami:

1. City of Miami has given approval for Miami-Dade County to partially demolish the Coconut Grove Playhouse. The approval comes after objections from activists who want to preserve the South Florida landmark. An appeal by activists has been filed and is set to be heard at the next available Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board meeting. (Miami Today)
2. Police in South Florida are looking for a suspect who allegedly stole a Broward County transit bus after exchanging gunfire with police near the 1400 block of Perimeter Road on Friday morning. Police said the bus is a 2019 Collins bus, bus #309, with Florida Tag TI0261. The suspect has been identified as 33-year-old Leandro Fernandez Sanchez. (WSVN)
3. Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and local officials met Friday to provide an update to the public on the Doral waste-to-energy facility fire. Doral residents were advised to remain indoors and wear a mask when going outdoors while the fire is still active for their own protection. The advisory is also for pregnant women, children, and senior citizens. Doral Glades Park and Doral Legacy Park are closed until further notice. (WPLG Local 10)
4. Novikov Miami has a new brunch menu that is served indoors and outdoors from noon to 4 p.m. on every Sunday. Menu items include Honey Truffle King Crab Leg, Wagyu Ribeye, and Brussel Sprouts with Crispy Pork. Brunch is either $99 or $199 per person with bottomless drinks included and various food options. (Coral Gables Love)
5. A Miramar teenager was arrested on Friday for allegedly making a bomb threat to Everglades High School Thursday. Police said the suspect attends Miramar High School. No one was injured in the incident. (NBC Miami)

Today in Miami:

• Scott Miller's Palmetto Bay Farmer's Market. (9 a.m.)
• Dinosaur Cupcakes (Ages 2-8 W/ Caregiver) at Taste Buds Kitchen. (9 a.m.)
• AARP Tax Assistance at Pinecrest Branch Library. (10 a.m.)
• 31st Annual February Kite Festival at Haulover Park. (11 a.m.)
• Brew Miami 2023 at FIU Football Stadium. (5 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Miami Dolphins shared: "The Vic Fangio defense is makin’ its way to Miami. 😎 Full interview on our YouTube. 👀" (Miami Dolphins via Instagram)
• Miami Police Department shared: "Recruitment for an Administrative Aide I is scheduled to open on Monday, Feb. 20 and will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 3 or when 350 applications are received." (Miami Police Department via Facebook)
• Miami-Dade Parks shared: " Join us Saturday, Feb. 18 for a free 2-mile walk through A.D. Barnes — one of our most scenic heritage parks. Registration for the walking club is FREE and not required for participation." (Miami-Dade Parks via Facebook)
• Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce shared: "Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and networker at Fat Ronnie's Burger Bar, where a family of burger makers has been specializing in all natural Black Angus burgers for five generations🍔! WHEN🗓️: Monday, Feb. 27 at noon." (Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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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