Welcome to The Miami Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• Florida Panthers' Season Progress

• Codina Sells Hialeah Industrial Park

• A deep dive into the life of Dwayne McDuffie

• And more…

Quote of the Week

“The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions.”

— Oliver Wendell Holmes

Trivia

Here is your trivia question of the week. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!

A famous music festival that focuses on electronic dance music (EDM) is held annually in Miami. What is the name of this festival?

A) Coachella

B) Lollapalooza

C) Ultra Music Festival

D) Burning Man

News

💼 Business

Codina Sells Hialeah Industrial Park: Codina Partners sold Beacon Logistics Park in Hialeah for $174.35 million. This sale highlights the high demand and value of industrial real estate in the Miami-Dade area​​.

Local Bank Finances Apartment Project: A local bank provided a $12.65 million loan for a new apartment project in Miami's Edgewater neighborhood, reflecting continued growth and investment in Miami's residential real estate sector​​.

🏒 Sports

Florida Panthers' Season Progress: The Florida Panthers demonstrated significant progress in the NHL, with important wins and standout player performances contributing to their season's success.

Famous People In Miami History

Dwayne McDuffie: 1962-2011

Early Life and Education (1962-1980) 

Dwayne McDuffie, born on February 20, 1962, in Detroit, Michigan, moved to Miami later in life. He grew up with a profound love for storytelling and comic books. McDuffie pursued a degree in English and then a master's degree in physics.

Entry into Comic Book Writing (1981-1990) 

McDuffie entered the comic book industry in the late 1980s. He quickly became known for his insightful storytelling and his commitment to diversity and representation in the medium.

Founding Milestone Media (1991-2000) 

In 1993, McDuffie co-founded Milestone Media, a comic book company focused on introducing minority heroes into the superhero genre. Milestone's characters, like Static Shock, Icon, and Hardware, broke new ground in representing African Americans and other minorities in comics.

Television and Animation (2001-2011) 

McDuffie transitioned to television and animation, contributing significantly to several animated series, including "Static Shock" and "Justice League Unlimited." His work in animation continued to push for diversity and complex storytelling.

Legacy and Impact (Post-2011) 

Dwayne McDuffie passed away on February 21, 2011. He is remembered for his significant contributions to comic books and animation, particularly for his efforts to promote diversity in these mediums.

Key Achievements of Dwayne McDuffie:

• Co-founder of Milestone Media, promoting diversity in comics.

• Writer and creator of influential comic book characters.

• Contributed to major animated superhero series.

• Championed racial and cultural representation in media.

• His work continues to inspire comic book writers and readers.

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