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‘Totally unsuitable’: Conservationists say proposed state park disc golf site was never a good fit
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – Concerned Floridians are breathing a sigh of relief after a proposal that would have brought changes to nine of Florida’s state parks was postponed. Some conservationists say some of the lands in question weren’t even suitable to begin with. “Almost everything in...
Urban farming gets a green thumbs-up for sustainable city growth in survey
Urban agriculture is emerging as a key player in the search to develop sustainable cities, offering not just fresh produce but a portfolio of ecosystem services that can extend far beyond the farm and community gardens. In the vibrant metropolis of Miami, for example, urban farming perceptions have sprouted deep roots among city dwellers. Those perceptions may be the turning point needed to promote food security and a sustainable city. ...
Satanic Temple to ‘raise hell’ over Florida school chaplain program. Its reaction to new rules
The Satanic Temple has vowed to "raise hell" over Florida's new school chaplains program, right after Florida issued guidelines they say were designed to keep them out. "Throughout Florida, The Satanic Temple’s members, supporters, and allies are standing up for true religious freedom and confronting encroaching theocracy. Are you ready to stand with...
University of Florida scientist heads to space for plant experiment
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A University of Florida scientist will head to space with several plants strapped to his space suit. Rob Ferl will test how plants know they are in space. He’s the director of the Astraeus Space Institute and will be on board the Blue Origin space craft.
‘We’ve got to rise to the occasion’: Why QB Cam Ward believes Hurricanes can win in Gainesville
Cam Ward keeps all his gamedays the same. He eats breakfast, goes to the stadium, puts on some music — rap artists like Rod Wave, YoungBoy Never Broke Again and G Herbo are among his favorites — and gets ready for the game, whether it is on the road or at home. Ward is going to be thrown into the deep end in his first start with the Hurricanes. They face off against rival Florida in ...
Florida soccer looking to break through as 2024 season kicks off
Since its most recent appearance in the NCAA Tournament in 2019, Florida endured its fair share of struggles on the soccer pitch. The Gators strung together three consecutive losing seasons before then-second year head coach Samantha Bohon got her squad back on track in 2023. The Gators finished last season...
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