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Polasek Museum Explores Natural Florida
WINTER PARK — When tourists think of Central Florida, they probably imagine huge theme parks or nearby beaches, both among the region’s most popular attractions. But what about another aspect of this region that brought tourists to the Sunshine State long before the theme parks arrived: Natural Florida.
HURRICANE CENTER: Saturday Storm Watch Includes Three System That May Grow
Two East Of Florida, One Nearing Texas. Getting Busy. SATURDAY AFTERNOON UPDATE. BY: WEATHER TEAM | BocaNewsNow.com BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2024 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The slow start to what’s expected to be an extremely active hurricane season is slow no more. There are three systems being watched Saturday by the National… Read More »HURRICANE CENTER: Saturday Storm Watch Includes Three System That May Grow
Director of Winter Park’s Albin Polasek Museum to retire after 21 years
The executive director of a prominent Winter Park art museum is retiring at the end of 2024 after 21 years on the job, which she says is all about showcasing the ideals and success of the American Dream. Debbie Komanski has led the Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens since January 2004. Albin Polasek immigrated to America from what is now the Czech Republic in 1901 and became a ...
Bar report: Florida Supreme Court disciplines five attorneys statewide, disbarring one
The Florida Supreme Court recently disciplined five attorneys — suspending two, imposing an emergency suspension on one, disbarring one and revoking the license of one. Court orders are not final until the time expires for the disciplined attorney to file a rehearing motion. The attorneys represent law practices from across the state. Disbarred lawyers...
Piccolo wins statewide aviation leadership award
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo was recently awarded the 2024 Aviation Leadership Award by the Florida Airports Council. The award is presented to an airport professional who has demonstrated outstanding service and contributions to the Florida airport community. The award emphasizes Piccolo’s assistance over the last two...
Florida’s second hurricane sales tax holiday is now in effect
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – If you still need items to help during the Hurricane season, now is the time to shop. Florida’s second hurricane sales tax holiday is underway. The event gives people the chance to stock up or re-supply their disaster preparedness kits. Shoppers will not pay sales tax on things like generators, […]
Santa Rosa County man won $1,000,000 A Year For Life scratch-off
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Another Panhandle resident struck it big by playing the Florida Lottery this week. According to the Florida Lottery, James Wise, 60, of Pace, claimed a $1,000,000 ticket from the $1,000,000 A Year for Life Spectacular scratch-off game. Wise chose to receive his payment as a one-time, lump-sum payment of […]
Baptist Health, Florida Blue contract expires Oct. 1; Here's what both are saying
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Many insurance holders on the First Coast are caught in the middle of a tug of war between Baptist Health and Florida Blue. Baptist Health and Florida Blue hope to negotiate a new contract before the current one expires Sept. 30. Florida Blue says Baptist Health is raising prices too high, while Baptist Health says it's just keeping up with raising costs.
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