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Miki Sudo Sets Women’s World Record at Nathan’s Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest
A new world record was set for women at the annual Nathan’s hot dog eating contest on Thursday. Miki Sudo, a 38-year-old from Florida, consumed a total of 51 hot dogs in 10 minutes. This was the 10th total win for the defending champion. Joey Chestnut, Takeru Kobayashi to Settle 'Unfinished Beef' at Netflix Hot Dog Eating Contest “I’m just happy to call this mine for another year,” she said after claiming her victory. Patrick Bertoletti took the crown for the men, finishing 58 hot dogs and buns in a 10-minute span. The first-time winner is the first champ besides Joey Chestnut in...
Officials urge water safety on July Fourth after dozens have drowned in Florida this year
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla (CBS12) — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, state and local officials are urging residents to prioritize water safety. Already this year, dozens of people in Florida have drowned. Over the past few weeks, our area has seen a tragic increase in drownings, with one life lost in St. Lucie County on Tuesday.
Residents watch Alachua fireworks from different point of view
ALACHUA, Fla. (WCJB) - The city of Alachua put on its annual July 4 event in Legacy Park with spectators coming from all over North Central Florida. Event officials say that this is the largest small-town fireworks display. The celebration was made up of live musical performances, games, food vendors,...
World War II Navy vet from Jacksonville becomes centenarian on 4th of July
A World War II veteran and current Jacksonville resident celebrated his 100th birthday on Fourth of July Thursday. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5968 in Orange Park hosted a special celebration for Fred A. Long Jr., a 30-year highly decorated veteran of the U.S. Navy, according to Times-Union news partner First Coast News.
Multiple roads to close for Ocala Drone Show
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - If you’re driving in Ocala, be mindful of road closures. The city is holding a drone show Thursday to celebrate Independence Day. Multiple roads are being closed starting at 2 p.m. Northeast Watula Avenue will be shut down from 5th Street to 9th Street. Northeast...
Stoner’s Pizza Joint signs agreements with four franchisees
Quick-service pizza franchise Stoner’s Pizza Joint has signed agreements with four franchisees for the opening of nine new locations in the US. The new franchisees are set to open in locations across Texas and Florida, beginning in August 2024. The Texas franchisees have plans to launch outlets in Killeen,...
Report says accessibility of health care services can be a struggle in Florida
(The Center Square) — A new report says many people in Florida don't receive needed health care because they lack easy access to adequate services. Florida TaxWatch recently released its report, Social Determinants of Health: Health Care Access and Quality. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, social determinants of health are environmental factors that can impact individuals' health outcomes. These include health care access and quality;...
South Florida Community Responds to Aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
SOUTH FLORIDA – As Jamaica braces for the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, nationals and friends of the Diaspora have begun community response to assist the country in its recovery process. Jamaica’s Consul General Oliver Mair, who is also Chair of the South Florida Caribbean Consular Corp has expressed appreciation...
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