🌱 La Rumba Colombiana Coming + Miami City Cemetary Vandals Sought

Hello and happy Monday. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, you'll find:

• A former nurse in Miami-Dade has pleaded guilty to supplying prisoners with drugs and other illegal items.
• An investigation is underway into the vandalization of Miami City Cemetary.
• La Rumba Colombiana is coming to Miami's Wynwood neighborhood.

But first, today's weather:

Warm; breezy in the afternoon. High: 88 Low: 70.

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Here are the top stories in Miami today:

1. An investigation is underway by authorities after reports of vandalization at Miami City Cemetery located at 1800 NE 2nd Ave. The historic cemetary is Miami-Dade's oldest cemetary and has city pioneers buried at it. Anyone with information is asked to contact authorities. (WPLG Local 10)
2. A former downtown Miami nurse with the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Detention Center has pleaded guilty to supplying prison inmates with drugs and other illegal items. Sentencing will be held on May 16 and the nurse faces up to 15 years in prison. Police said the nurse received goods in exchange for the items, including access to a Lamborghini and Rolls-Royce. (NBC Miami)
3. Fort Lauderdale Police shot and killed a homicide suspect on Tuesday after a chase that left a pedestrian injured, according to police. Police said the suspect was "holding a black metal object resembling a firearm." The officers who shot and killed the suspect are now on leave pending an investigation by Florida law enforcement authorities. (WSVN)
4. La Rumba Colombiana is a new two-day celebration coming to Miami's Wynwood neighborhood at Oasis Wynwood. Guests will include Colombian urban singer Andy Rivera and DJ Agudelo888. (The Miami Hurricane)
5. A planned 54-story tower development called Downtown 6th has been approved by Miami's Urban Development Review Board. The project includes 824 residential units as well as commercial space and parking. (The Next Miami)

Today in Miami:

• Women Walk On Water Art Exhibition at Scott Galvin Community Center. (9 a.m.)
• Blood Pressure Screenings at Arcola Lakes Branch Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade To Host 56th Annual Golf Classic In Memory Of Charles “Bebe” Rebozo. (10 a.m.)
• Sometimes Crypto Happy Hour at The Bend. (6 p.m.)
• In-Person: An Evening With Shelley Read at Books & Books. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Little Havana in Miami was packed with musicians this past weekend for the Calle Ocho Music Festival. 300,000 to 400,000 people are estimated to have attended the festival. (WPLG Local 10)
• A free mammogram service will be held in South Florida for women ages 40 to 60 with no insurance, no implants, and low of income on March 18 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m at Coconut Creek. Those interested must register at 305-856-8366. (Twitter)
• The FL Keys Aqueduct (FKAA) issued a Precautionary Boil Water Notice (PBWN) on Sunday to all residents and businesses impacted by a water outage. The precautionary notice will be in effect from the time water is restored, until Wednesday, March 15 at 5 p.m., unless otherwise advised by FKAA. (Twitter)
• Arts & Business Council of Miami shared: "Getting visibility in the media is constantly evolving. Join us for the Miami Arts Marketing Project Magnifying Media and Proactive PR session on March 14 from 10 a.m. on zoom." (Arts & Business Council of Miami via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll see you around!

— 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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