Jessica Ray

Jessica Ray is a proud farm girl at heart, hailing from the agricultural-rich region of central Florida. After earning her degree in Journalism out of state, Jessica returned to her roots in Florida to cover the lifestyle, fashion, and culinary scenes that define both urban and rural areas of the state. Passionate about organic trends and sustainable living, Jessica writes for Tastes of the Town and Trendmakers at Miami Weekly. She focuses on the intersection of country charm and city sophistication, bringing a fresh perspective on modern fashion, local food movements, and the evolving lifestyle trends across Florida.

Mental Health Center Gridlock: Simple Fix Proposed

The persistent impasse surrounding the activation of critical mental health infrastructure has sparked intense debate among policymakers and healthcare advocates. As communities grapple with rising demand for psychiatric services, a growing chorus of experts suggests that the answer to the mental health center dilemma is, quite simply, to open the facilities already constructed but currently…

Full Article

Ultra 2026: Skrillex Joins Bizzarrap for Electric Day 1

Ultra Music Festival 2026 officially returned to Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, delivering an electrifying opening day that balanced cutting-edge electronic sounds with legendary throwbacks. The festival, which continues to anchor Miami Music Week, saw massive crowds flock to the waterfront for a curated mix of marquee headliners, rare back-to-back performances, and unexpected guest appearances…

Full Article

Miami Halts Coconut Grove Density Transfer

Miami city officials have decided to drop a controversial carve-out from the city’s density transfer program that specifically benefited Coconut Grove. This move is expected to have significant implications for future development in the historic neighborhood and signals a shift in the city’s approach to urban planning and zoning. Key Highlights: Coconut Grove carve-out removed…

Full Article

Miami Crash: Car vs. Motorcycle Leaves 2 Injured

Two individuals sustained injuries following a collision involving a car and a motorcycle in Miami. The incident prompted a significant emergency response, with authorities currently investigating the circumstances that led to the crash. Key Highlights: A car and a motorcycle were involved in a collision. Two people were injured as a result of the incident….

Full Article