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Remembering Claire Hutin of Harpke Family Farm

By Liz Tracy

Mar 24, 2025

Claire Hutin, the late co-founder of Harpke Family Farm, was a farmer and nurturer who fought cancer while uplifting others.

portrait of artist and activist Alessandra Mondolfi wearing earrings and a necklace she created with political messaging

Remembering South Florida Artist and Activist Alessandra Mondolfi

By Melanie Oliva

Mar 11, 2025

Her pieces were ubiquitous at South Florida protests during President Trump's first term.

New Times Contributor Sean Levisman, Dead at 42

By Jose D. Duran

Mar 7, 2025

Sean Levisman leaves a legacy that stretches far beyond his contribution to New Times.

Bill Archer, Beloved Big Cheese Cofounder, Dies at 65

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Mar 6, 2025

The cofounder of the beloved South Miami staple the Big Cheese, Bill Archer, has dies at 65, leaving behind a legacy.

Readers Remember Jack Penrod, Founder of Nikki Beach

By Jose D. Duran

Feb 6, 2025

"He will be sorely missed": New Times readers share their memories and remembrances of Jack Penrod.

Jack Penrod, Nikki Beach Founder, Dead at 85

By Jose D. Duran

Feb 5, 2025

Jack Penrod opened Nikki Beach in 1997 to honor his daughter Nicole, who was killed in a car accident.

South Florida Arts Community Mourns Death of Theater Critic Christine Dolen

By Celia Almeida

Feb 3, 2025

The announcement garnered an outpouring of tributes from friends, family, playwrights, and performers.

Red carpet photo of director David Lynch in a suit and tie

There Will Never Be Another David Lynch

By Douglas Markowitz

Jan 17, 2025

The director and artist leaves behind a monumental legacy.

Rey "Conga" Diaz on stage in Miami in 2013

Rey "Conga" Diaz Brought Distinct Sabor to Miami Bands

By Abel Folgar

Jan 3, 2025

Rey "Conga" Diaz, who founded countless South Florida bands, including Suénalo, the Baboons, and Rudy, died on December 29.

Quincy Jones at the premiere of Quincy on September 9, 2018, in Toronto

Miami Music Community Reacts to News of Quincy Jones' Death

By Jose D. Duran

Nov 4, 2024

Gloria and Emilia Estefan paid tribute to legendary music producer Quincy Jones on social media.

Photo of a 79-year-old man wearing a black beret and a black short-sleeve shirt with red-and-black suspenders, with his hands clasped under his chin.

T.D. Allman, Journalist and Miami Historian, Has Died at 79

By Joseph Contreras

Jun 10, 2024

T.D. Allman is best remembered locally for Miami: City of the Future, a 1987 tour de force of literary journalism.

Karim Masri, Iconic Miami Restaurateur and Hospitality Legend, Has Died

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 7, 2024

Legendary South Beach hospitality icon and restaurateur who founded Wall at W South Beach and Mokai has died.

O.J. Simpson clasps his hands together in a courtroom while wearing an inmate's uniform

Remembering O.J.: Simpson Sought Refuge in Miami After Murder Acquittal

By Alex DeLuca

Apr 11, 2024

Simpson settled in Miami following his double-murder trial. He became a staple in Coconut Grove before he was sentenced to prison for a Las Vegas hotel room robbery.

Jonathan Crenshaw, a well-known homeless South Beach street artist with no arms, paints a canvas using his feet.

Jonathan Crenshaw, Homeless Miami Beach Artist Who Painted With Feet, Dead at 51

By Alex DeLuca

Mar 25, 2024

Jonathan Crenshaw died more than a year ago, but his death hasn't been publicly reported until now.

Rosa de la Cruz seated in front of a large painting

Rosa de la Cruz, Giant of Miami Art World, Dies at 81

By Douglas Markowitz

Feb 26, 2024

Along with her husband, Carlos, Rosa de la Cruz was one of the major forces in Miami's art scene, both as an art collector and philanthropist.

Vinny Agostinelli, "Irreplaceable" Maitre D' at Anthony's Runway 84, Dead at 77

By Nicole Danna

Jul 28, 2023

"Everyone loved him, and he knew everyone and made everyone feel welcome."

John Tovar Was the Architect of Miami's Music Scene

By Abel Folgar

May 30, 2023

John Tovar was instrumental in the national success of local outfits, including Nuclear Valdez, the Mavericks, Marilyn Manson & the Spooky Kids, and the Goods, among others.

Rachel Knaus Grafe, Co-Owner of Knaus Berry Farm, Remembered by Miami Community

By Laine Doss

Mar 7, 2023

Miamians are sending tributes to the Grafe family.

Mira Lehr, Pioneering Miami Beach Artist, Dies at 88

By Douglas Markowitz

Jan 26, 2023

The eco-feminist artist was 88.

Versailles Restaurant Founder Felipe Valls Sr., 1933–2022

By Laine Doss

Nov 28, 2022

The founder of Miami's iconic Versailles restaurant has died at the age of 89.

Obituaries

An Obituary for Our Old Friend, Fluoride

UM Philanthropist Allan Herbert Dies at 89

Obituaries

An Obituary for Our Old Friend, Fluoride

UM Philanthropist Allan Herbert Dies at 89

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