Jake Merrick

Jake Merrick is a versatile writer and a true jack of all trades. Originally from North Carolina, Jake moved to Florida to pursue a Marketing degree and has called it home ever since. With a passion for writing and a wide range of interests, Jake covers several sections at Miami Weekly, including Current Affairs, Miami Music Scene, 305 Sports Zone, and Tastes of the Town. As a country singer himself, Jake adds a personal touch to his music articles, while his love for cooking inspires his culinary reviews. Known for his in-depth knowledge of Miami’s nightlife, Jake also keeps readers updated on the hottest spots to visit. Whether he's reporting on the latest trends or offering insight into local sports and music culture, Jake’s engaging and approachable style makes him a reader favorite.

VMG Restructuring: The End of Local Editor-in-Chiefs

Voice Media Group (VMG), the parent organization behind several iconic alternative weeklies, has finalized a corporate restructuring that marks a tectonic shift in the landscape of local journalism. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the industry, VMG has officially eliminated the Editor-in-Chief (EIC) positions across its portfolio of newsrooms, most notably affecting the…

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Marlins Swap Catchers: Mack Up, Ramírez Down

Marlins Swap Catchers: Mack Up, Ramírez Down

The Miami Marlins have made a significant roster move, promoting catcher Christian Bethancourt from Triple-A Jacksonville to the major league club, while optioning struggling catcher Nick Ramírez back to Jacksonville. This decision signals a shift in the team’s catching priorities as they look to address offensive inconsistencies and defensive performance. Key Highlights: Christian Bethancourt recalled…

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Key Biscayne Scraps $8M Climate Plan: A Resiliency U-Turn

Key Biscayne Scraps $8M Climate Plan: A Resiliency U-Turn

The Village of Key Biscayne has reached a defining, and controversial, juncture in its struggle against rising tides. After six years of planning, engineering, and meticulous design, the municipal council recently voted to abandon a comprehensive, multi-million-dollar climate resiliency master plan. The decision marks a significant reversal for the island community, leaving $8 million in…

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Miami’s Multi-Million Dollar Trash Crisis: Why the Stench Remains

Three years after a catastrophic blaze silenced the Doral waste-to-energy plant, Miami-Dade County remains locked in a deepening sanitation crisis that is draining public coffers and testing the patience of neighboring municipalities. What was originally branded as a temporary fix—shipping thousands of tons of refuse daily to distant landfills—has evolved into a chronic, multi-million dollar…

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