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.

Yamashiro Miami Opens Its Doors, Ushering in a New Era of Luxury Japanese Dining and Spectacle

MIAMI, FL – October 28, 2025 – A culinary landmark with a century-long legacy is set to redefine luxury Japanese dining in the Magic City with the grand opening of Yamashiro Miami. Yamashiro, the iconic Los Angeles-based restaurant housed in a historic Hollywood Hills mansion, officially opens its first location outside of California tomorrow, October…

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Prime Video’s Week of October 27-November 2: ‘Hazbin Hotel’ Returns, Tessa Thompson Stars in ‘Hedda’, and True Crime Docuseries ‘Tremembé’ Arrives

The final week of October and the dawn of November bring a dynamic slate of Prime Video new releases, promising captivating streaming content for a variety of tastes. Subscribers can look forward to the highly anticipated second season of the adult animated musical show ‘Hazbin Hotel’, a modern, provocative reimagining of Ibsen’s classic play titled…

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Category 5 Hurricane Melissa Unleashes Catastrophic Threat on Jamaica and Cuba; Thousands Evacuated

Hurricane Melissa Threat Intensifies: Category 5 Storm Puts Jamaica and Cuba on High Alert Kingston, Jamaica & Havana, Cuba – October 27, 2025 – The **Hurricane Melissa Threat** has escalated dramatically as the storm has explosively intensified into a rare Category 5 hurricane, now packing sustained winds of 160 mph. This poses an imminent, catastrophic…

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Lionel Messi Signs Landmark Inter Miami Contract Extension Through 2028, Cementing Legacy and Elevating MLS

Inter Miami CF announced on Thursday, October 23, 2025, that club captain and global football icon Lionel Messi has signed a multi-year contract extension, securing his presence in South Florida through the end of the 2028 Major League Soccer (MLS) season. This monumental Messi Inter Miami Contract is poised to be the final contract of…

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Tropical Storm Lorenzo Forms in Atlantic, Expected to Remain a “Fish Storm” with No Landfall Threat

Tropical Storm Lorenzo Forms in Open Atlantic, Forecast to Steer Clear of Land Miami, FL – October 13, 2025 – The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season has officially welcomed its twelfth named storm, Tropical Storm Lorenzo, which formed early Monday morning in the central tropical Atlantic Ocean. Forecasters at the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) in…

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Electronic Music Icon Alesso Set to Ignite Miami’s LIV Nightclub on October 10, 2025

Miami, FL – Get ready for a night of electrifying beats and unforgettable melodies as Grammy-nominated Swedish DJ and producer Alesso is set to headline the iconic LIV Nightclub in Miami Beach on Friday, October 10, 2025. This highly anticipated event promises to bring Alesso’s signature sound and high-energy performance to one of the world’s…

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Miami Grapples with Officer Shootout in Allapattah and State-Ordered Removal of Iconic Ocean Drive Rainbow Crosswalk

Miami – The city of Miami finds itself at the center of significant news this week, dealing with a violent officer-involved shooting in the Allapattah neighborhood that left two police officers injured, and the highly publicized removal of a beloved rainbow crosswalk on Ocean Drive by state order. These events underscore a period of intense…

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Miami International Airport Secures $94 Million Federal Grant for Critical Upgrades Amidst $9 Billion Modernization Drive

Miami International Airport (MIA) has received a significant financial boost with $94 million in federal grants from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to accelerate critical infrastructure improvements. This substantial funding is designated for key projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and safety, forming an integral part of MIA’s ambitious $9 billion “Future-Ready Modernization in Action”…

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No. 4 Miami Hurricanes Dominate Florida Gators with Stellar Defense, Maintain 4-0 Start

The No. 4 Miami Hurricanes have started their season with a commanding 4-0 record, highlighted by a dominant 26-7 victory over in-state rival Florida Gators. The game, played under rainy conditions at Hard Rock Stadium, showcased Miami’s defensive prowess and a consistent ground game, overwhelming a Florida team struggling to find its offensive rhythm. This…

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Miami Set to Host 2026 G-20 Summit: Trump Announces Landmark Event, Mayor Suárez Declares City Ready

President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will host the prestigious 2026 Group of 20 (G-20) Summit, with the iconic Trump National Doral resort in Miami, Florida, selected as the primary venue. The announcement, made with Miami Mayor Francis Suárez by his side, signifies a major international diplomatic and economic gathering for the…

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