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Florida homeowners challenge HOA rules amidst new laws and legal uncertainty
NOKOMIS, Fla. — Homeowners associations are everywhere in Florida, and there is no shortage of opinions about what they do and the power they wield. From limits on street or even driveway parking to restrictions on landscaping and even the color scheme of your home. For a long time, HOAs have had broad powers to enforce and even fine people for rules violations. However, a series of laws that went into effect earlier this month in Florida are now pushing back on some of these powers. They would limit which rules that HOAs can enforce and even provide more transparency to members.
Central Florida Cities Actively Working To Keep Disney World Cast Members Homeless
Last year, when the union representing Walt Disney World cast members fought for and got a raise, it was a significant victory. However, the union could not have foreseen the explosion in the cost of living in Central Florida, which has essentially voided that raise. Despite that, there were signs...
Democrats want answers on how RFK Jr. will make Florida’s ballot
Democrats in Florida are demanding details about the state’s approval of a political party that intends to nominate presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to appear on ballots this fall. In June, Florida’s Division of Elections registered the Reform Party as a minor political party, giving it a path...
4 weeks away from FSU football's 2024 season opener versus Georgia Tech
We are now four weeks away from Florida State football's 2024 season opener versus Georgia Tech in Dublin, Ireland. Can you believe it? It seems like just yesterday, we were talking about being one hundred days away. College football is about to be in the air once again as the...
Panama City Beach restaurant host fund-raiser for employees impacted by fire
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - At the beginning of July, Hook’d Pier Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach sustained significant damage from a fire. Now this restaurant is shut down indefinitely, leaving more than 40 staff members out of a job during one of the busiest times of the year.
‘Setting kids up for success’: The Shoes 4 School giveaway helps students start school on the right foot
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Back-to-school season is in full swing across the Big Bend, and several organizations, community groups and churches are ensuring local kids are set up for success this school year. The seventh Annual Shoes 4 School giveaway is scheduled for August 11 at 8 a.m. in the...
Something Good: Wacissa community recognizes woman’s decades of work with youth
WACISSA, Fla. (WCTV) - Today’s something good celebrates hard work and dedication to the community. This past weekend, Shirley Hugging received an award for serving the youth in her community and the surrounding area for over thirty years!. More good news:. The Wacissa community in Jefferson County wanted to...
FAMU men's basketball names LeBrent Walker as first assistant under new coach Patrick Crarey
Florida A&M men's basketball adds a new face to the coaching staff with the addition of LeBrent Walker. "LeBrent is a young star in this business," said Head Coach Patrick Crarey II. "He can generate meaningful relationships with his players and co-workers. Having worked with one of the best coaches in the country, Will Wade, at LSU and then going to Arizona Compass Prep, a premier high school basketball program nationally, his experience working for and with...
Panama City Police Department searching for missing man
UPDATE: Deboard has been located and is safe BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Panama City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult. Jonathan Deboard, 32, was last seen on July 26 around 6:20 p.m. in the area of 615 N. Bonita Ave (Bay Medical Hospital). Deboard is a white […]
Tallahassee-Leon Babe Ruth 13s advance to Regional Finals
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Tallahassee-Leon Babe Ruth 13s will play for a regional championship Saturday at Chiles High School. TLH defeated Augusta, Virginia 6-2 on Friday, fighting off a furious seventh inning rally that saw the tying run come to the plate. Tallahassee-Leon will face off against Altamonte Springs in the championship with first pitch set for 10 AM Saturday.
A Look into the Medical Side of Gulf World
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - When something traumatic happens to animals, expert medical attention can help them survive and thrive once they return to their natural habitat. Friday morning, three turtles received a round of antibiotics, fluids, and even laser therapy to help heal their wounds. One of the turtles,...
FSU IN PARIS: International students gather to watch Olympics opening ceremony
There are 26 current or former student-athletes are competing at the summer Olympics in Paris. Florida State students gathered at the Center for Global Engagement Friday to watch the opening ceremony.
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