Cole Matthews

Cole Matthews is a former bull rider turned country musician with a deep passion for writing. Having spent years traveling through every corner of Florida, Cole has gathered vast experience in both music and the outdoor lifestyle. At Miami Weekly, he covers Miami Music Scene and Current Affairs, providing readers with a unique perspective on country music, political news, and the latest developments shaping Florida and beyond. Whether he’s sharing stories from his rodeo days, writing about his latest music project, or covering major events, Cole’s articles resonate with readers who appreciate his authenticity and deep connection to Florida's culture and current events.

Miami Restaurants Struggle Through Hottest Summer in Decades as Economic Pressures Mount

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Miami Restaurants Face Unprecedented Summer Challenges Miami’s vibrant culinary scene is weathering an exceptionally difficult summer in 2025, marked by a confluence of adverse conditions that are severely impacting restaurant operations. A combination of factors, including extreme heat, frequent thunderstorms, and a notable decrease in tourist activity, has created a challenging environment for businesses across…

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Brandy and Monica Announce “The Boy Is Mine” Co-Headlining Tour Featuring Kelly Rowland, Muni Long, and Jamal Roberts

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Nearly 27 years after their chart-topping duet “The Boy Is Mine” captivated global audiences, R&B icons Brandy and Monica have officially announced their first-ever co-headlining tour. Titled “The Boy Is Mine Tour,” the highly anticipated series of concerts is set to traverse 24 cities across North America this fall. The announcement, made during a joint…

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Messi’s Inter Miami Clinches Club World Cup Last 16 Berth vs. PSG After Dramatic Palmeiras Draw in Miami

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Miami, USA – Inter Miami CF has successfully navigated the group stage of the prestigious FIFA Club World Cup, securing passage to the knockout phase with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Brazilian giants Palmeiras. The result, played out at a vibrant Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Monday, June 23, 2025, confirmed Miami’s position as…

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Argentina’s Acclaimed Presidente Bar, Ranked Among World’s Best, Opens First U.S. Location in Miami’s Wynwood

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Miami, FL – The vibrant arts district of Wynwood is now home to a celebrated name in the global cocktail scene. Presidente Bar, an establishment that first gained international recognition in Buenos Aires, Argentina, has opened its inaugural United States location here. Co-founded by industry figures Sebastian Garcia and Christian Delpech, the Miami outpost aims…

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Sunshine State Struggle: Florida Seniors Face Unprecedented Cost of Living Crisis

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Florida has long been synonymous with retirement, a sun-drenched haven where individuals could theoretically stretch fixed incomes further thanks to the absence of a state income tax. Yet, a stark reality is increasingly challenging this long-held perception. A recent analysis highlighted by the Miami Herald Editorial Board, as part of its ongoing “The Shrinking Middle”…

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Inter Miami Secure FIFA Club World Cup Knockout Berth After Dramatic 2-2 Draw vs Palmeiras, Set Up Blockbuster PSG Clash

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Miami, FL – Inter Miami CF has successfully navigated the group stage of the prestigious FIFA Club World Cup, securing qualification for the Round of 16 following a hard-fought 2-2 draw against formidable Brazilian side Palmeiras. The decisive Group A encounter, held on Monday, June 23, 2025, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, saw…

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Florida Eyes $20 Million Everglades Site for Immigrant Detention Center, Dubbed ‘Alcatraz of Alligators’

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Florida Proposes Everglades Detention Site TALLAHASSEE, FL – The state of Florida has advanced a significant proposal offering $20 million to Miami-Dade and Collier counties for the acquisition of a large, currently unused tract of land within the Everglades. The state’s stated objective for this investment is to establish a substantial immigrant detention center on…

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Internationally Acclaimed Argentine Bar Launches Highly Anticipated Miami Outpost

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Miami, FL – A bar originating from Argentina, which has earned significant global recognition and is widely considered among the finest hospitality venues internationally, has officially opened its doors in Miami. This marks a pivotal moment for the Magic City’s burgeoning leisure and nightlife scene, signalling its increasing allure as a destination for world-class establishments….

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Miami Gas Prices See Sharp 14-Cent Plunge, Defying Statewide Trend: Will the Drop Last?

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MIAMI, FL – While motorists across Florida have recently contended with a notable escalation in fuel costs, witnessing prices soar by double digits, residents of Miami have experienced a distinctly divergent trend. In recent days, the average price at the pump throughout the Miami metropolitan area has registered a significant downturn, dropping by a notable…

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Diljit Dosanjh Faces Potential Ban Over Casting Pakistani Actress in ‘Sardaar Ji 3’

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Reports Suggest Film Certification Bodies Weigh Ban on Diljit Dosanjh Mumbai, India – Actor and musician Diljit Dosanjh is reportedly facing a potential ban from Indian film certification bodies following the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his upcoming horror comedy film, ‘Sardaar Ji 3’. The controversy, which erupted immediately after the film’s official…

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