Bill Aims To Train Florida Hairdressers To Spot Domestic Abuse
A NEW BILL FILED BY A FLORIDA CONGRESSWOMAN SEEKS FEDERAL FUNDS TO TRAIN COSMETOLOGISTS TO HANDLE DOMESTIC ABUSE CASES….
Read MorePassenger Airlifted From Disney Cruise Ship
A 35 year old pregnant woman aboard a Disney cruise ship was airlifted to shore due to health complications. The United States Coast Guard launched a medevac operation from Miami to assist the passenger, who was 180 miles northwest of Puerto Rico on the Disney Fantasy. A Jayhawk helicopter crew deployed a rescue swimmer and […]
Read MoreFlags Fly At Half Staff To Honor Former Governor
Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered flags across Florida to be flown at half-staff in honor of the late Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham, who passed away Tuesday night at the age of 87. Flags will remain lowered from sunrise to sunset each day until the date of interment. Graham, a Democrat, served as governor […]
Read MoreFormer Governor Bob Graham Dead At 87
Former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham has passed away at the age of 87. Graham’s political career spanned two terms as governor and three terms in the Senate. He was admired for his commitment to public service and his ability to connect with everyday Floridians. Graham’s daughter, Gwen Graham, shared that he cherished […]
Read MoreEffort Underway To Insure Future Right To Hunt And Fish In Florida
Here in Florida, Amendment 2 is aimed now at preserving the right to hunt and fish. Supporters believe it’s crucial to protect these activities from potential future restrictions, emphasizing their importance to conservation efforts. But as it seems in all things now, some oppose it… saying they fear it could lead to things like gill […]
Read MoreImprovement Seen In Home Insurance Market
Here in Florida, the home insurance market is showing signs of improvement, with fewer homeowners relying on Citizens for coverage. Citizens CEO Tim Cerio expressed optimism, noting a decrease in policyholders and a shift towards private insurers… a move he says could reduce the risk of surcharges for existing policyholders. However, as Citizens shrinks, it […]
Read MoreNew Law Toughens Rail Safety Measures
Florida’s railroad industry, including Brightline, supports a new provision signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis. HB 1301 increases penalties for drivers and pedestrians who fail to yield at active railroad tracks. First-time offenders can face fines up to $500, 25 hours of community service, and six points on their driver’s license. The goal, according […]
Read MoreHurricane Season Prediction
2024’s hurricane season is predicted to be ‘extremely active’ with Colorado State University forecasting a record-breaking 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and 5 major hurricanes. The warm Atlantic waters fuel this prediction, with sea-surface temperatures 1.5 degrees Celsius above normal. Florida faces a 75% chance of a hurricane tracking within 50 miles of its coast. […]
Read MoreBrightline Expansion To Tampa Possible
Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new transportation bill into law on Wednesday, utilizing a budget surplus to expedite traffic plans. The bill includes provisions that could pave the way for a high-speed rail route between Tampa and Orlando, a project long under consideration. While not confirmed, an extension of Brightline along the I-4 corridor is […]
Read MoreFlorida Listed As One Of The Most Tax Friendly States
Uncle Sam takes his cut of our past year’s earnings every April, and since the tax code is so complicated, it’s hard for the average person to tell how they will be impacted. One simple ratio known as the “tax burden” helps cut through the confusion. To determine the biggest tax burdens, WalletHub compared the […]
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