🌱 South Florida Art Dealer Money Laundering Charges + Miami Carnaval

Hello again, everybody. 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. Today's briefing includes updates on:

• A South Florida art dealer has pled guilty to money laundering charges
• The annual Dolphins Challenge Cancer XIII is this weekend at Hard Rock Stadium
• Miami Carnaval returns next month starting March 4

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny. High: 81 Low: 66.

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Here are the top stories today in Miami:

1. A South Florida art dealer from Palm Beach pled guilty on Tuesday to money laundering in an art fraud scheme, according to a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) news release. The dealer owns art galleries in the area, including Danieli Fine Art and Galerie Danieli in Palm Beach County. Sentencing will occur May 30 before U.S. District Judge Aileen M. Cannon in Fort Pierce. (Miami Patch)
2. Thousands of cyclists are expected in South Florida this weekend at Hard Rock Stadium this weekend for the annual Dolphins Challenge Cancer XIII. The fun kicks off today at 7 a.m. Millions of dollars have been raised this year supporting cancer research at the University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, according to WSVN. (WSVN)
3. A dead body was found near a jetty in Miami Beach on Friday, according to officials. An investigation is now underway by authorities. Police have not disclosed any information about the identity of the body. There is also no indication as of Friday evening on whether investigators suspect foul play was involved. (WPLG Local 10)
4. A South Florida judge has tossed a manslaughter case against a Hollywood Hills nursing home administrator charged by authorities in the deaths of nine residents after Hurricane Irma in 2017. The judge cited a lack of evidence by prosecutors in the case. The accused administrator could have potentially faced 15 years in prison if convicted. (NBC Miami)
5. Miami Carnaval returns next month starting Saturday, March 4. The event is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana and is expected to generate $40 million for local artists. Proceeds will benefit Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation's youth development programs. (WPLG Local 10)

Today in Miami:

• Miami-Dade County Elections — Early Voting. Various locations. (8 a.m.)
• COVID-19 Testing at Kendale Lakes Branch Library (9 a.m.)
• Scott Miller's Palmetto Bay Farmer's Market. (9 a.m.)
• Morning Wellness Retreat at Nautilus By Arlo. (9 a.m.)
• TPS And Citizenship Drive Event at City Of North Miami Beach. (10 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Miami Police Department shared: "Detective Pujadas, Detective Kenhan, and Detective Volkan from our Robbery Unit were awarded at Miami City Hall for their hard work and dedication to service. Congratulations." (Miami Police Department via Facebook)
• Miami-Dade Public Library System shared: "Storytelling, trivia, music and dance! We had another amazing #BlackHistoryMonth celebration with our MDPLS Story Troupe at the Arcola Lakes Branch Library. Don’t miss the fun as the celebration continues this Saturday, Feb. 25." (Miami-Dade Public Library System via Facebook)
• Miami-Dade Parks shared: "Join us this today, Feb. 25 for the Resilient Deering Workshop at Deering Estate. This free special workshop will engage the public with the Resilient Deering project." (Miami-Dade Parks via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new 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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