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Orlando Pride takes big gamble by renewing Viviana Villacorta's contract
Orlando Pride have just made a bold and surprising move by renewing the contract of midfielder Viviana Villacorta until the 2025 season, with a mutual option for 2026. This move rekindles hope for the triumphant return of the player, whose 2023 season was cut short by a devastating injury. Selected by the Pride as the ninth pick in the 2021 NWSL Draft, Viviana is a high-stakes prospect full of promise.
Judge Terminated in Disney Relocation Lawsuit Following Explosive Conflict of Interest Discovery
A shocking revelation has stunned thousands of Disney guests. A current and open lawsuit against Disney has lost a significant component after a conflict of interest was found, leading to the judge’s complete axing from the case. The Walt Disney Company is in the hot seat following some disgruntled employees seeking justice after a botched investment movement.
Popular Florida home hardening program stops taking applications weeks into new funding
TALLAHASSEE — The state has stopped taking new applications for a popular home-hardening program, less than a month after a new round of funding became available. The Department of Financial Services said online that funding has been “exhausted” for initial inspections in the My Safe Florida Home program. The program offers inspections and grants up to $10,000 to help residents upgrade homes and qualify for property-insurance discounts for residences valued up to $700,000.
Hapco Farms expands leadership position with new Massachusetts venture, expansion in Florida
These two major facilities will further enhance Hapco Farm’s vast East Coast packing, cold storage capabilities in order to better service the increasing needs of their customers in the area. The strategically placed facilities give Hapco the ability to deliver overnight or same-day delivery from Miami, FL, to Halifax, NS. At the same time, these additional locations will be introducing new volume commodities, grown on-site as well as buying from local surrounding farmers.
FPL officials talk solar panel durability and environmental effects
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Texas hailstorm in March damaged hundreds of solar panels and sparked questions about potential hazardous materials contaminating the environment. Florida Power & Light officials say the chemicals are harder to extract than you think. Several layers of material prevent the chemicals from seeping out, and they are built to […]
These Are The Top 5 States Michigan Residents Are Fleeing To
According to the Allied US Migration Report for the 2nd year in a row we saw less interstate in 2023. Where's everybody going? More importantly, why are they going there?. Stagflation. Recession; The fact that interstate moves have continued to decrease over the last few years shows residents are taking a cautious approach when it comes to big moves and increasing interest rates.
New law will allow UNF more flexibility with its reserve fund
A new bill went into effect earlier this month that could change how the University of North Florida and other Florida universities use state funds. House Bill 707 was put into effect on July 1. The new law authorizes Florida’s state universities to “retain and report” annual reserve balances that exceed a specific amount. The bill also allows universities to include a reserve fund in their carry forward spending plans.
Saharan dust approaching Florida. See when it will arrive and expected impacts
Get ready for some exceptional sunrises and sunsets. A plume of Saharan dust is on its way. The dust emerges off the western coast of Africa and travels across the Atlantic. It can blow as far west as Texas, according to NOAA. ➤ Track all active storms. A big benefit...
Winter Springs delays budget vote, will hold special meeting July 22
The Winter Springs City Commission delayed a key budget vote on Monday, opting to have a special meeting July 22 to give commissioners more time to consider a proposed property tax increase requested by city staff. The city’s proposed 2024-25 budget would increase the city’s property tax rate from 2.41...
John Ricketson, Publisher of The Apopka Chief and Planter, dies at 84
The Apopka community has lost an icon. John Ricketson, the longtime publisher of The Apopka Chief and Planter, has died at age 84. According to the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ricketson was born in Dixie Camp, Florida, in 1940. He grew up in Winter Park, graduated from Winter Park High School, and moved to Apopka in 1958. He enlisted in the Army, became a paratrooper, and married his wife Eileen in 1964.
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