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Food stamps: Eight states sending out SNAP benefits worth up to $1,751 this week
With July quickly coming to a close, SNAP beneficiaries in eight states should expect to see their July payments hit their accounts by Sunday. The funds, worth up to $1,751 for a household of eight, will be uploaded to an Electronic Benefit Transfer card, which functions as a debit card and can be used at […]
Busy county council reporter weighs in on this year's most important local election
Today, we take a look at the hottest election in Volusia County, which pits Jeff Brower, the chairman of the county council, against three tough challengers, written by the always busy Sheldon Gardner, who covers that very important beat. Hello Sheldon. I call this the biggest local election of the year, and I am pretty sure you agree. What makes this one so important? ...
Will Jeff Brower's anti-growth crusade sway voters enough to keep him in office?
On a warm June evening just before sunset, cheers and applause arose from a crowd gathered around a gazebo in a field thick with trees adorned with Spanish moss in DeLeon Springs. Most of the cheers were for Volusia County Council Chairman Jeff Brower, 69, who had just finished one of his...
How to know who to vote for in the Volusia County Council race: Just follow the money.
One of the reasons I decided to go into journalism was my fascination with the Watergate scandal, which forced the resignation of President Richard Nixon. I think I was 12 when I saw "All the President's Men." In that film, Washington Post reporter Bob Woodward, played by Robert Redford, was urged by secret source Deep Throat to "follow the money." That is good advice if you want to know who is being backed by whom in the...
Jet’s Pizza is searching for West Orange’s favorite teachers
Ocoee’s Jet’s Pizza, 1104 S. Clarke Road, Ocoee, is searching far and wide for West Orange’s favorite teachers, and it needs your help. The pizzeria is inviting the public to visit the restaurant and share the name of your favorite teacher. A random winner will be selected to receive a $150 Target gift card.
Inside the World of Lady Decibel: The Up-and-Coming Duo Making Waves
In this interview, we sit down with Lady Decibel, an emerging duo in the Electronic music scene known for their dynamic blend of House and Techno. From their early beginnings in Minnesota to becoming a rising DJ duo based in Orlando, Lady Decibel’s journey showcases their passion, resilience and creativity. As they carve out their unique sound and challenge industry norms, we explore their influences, creative process, and the evolving role of female DJs in the music world.
Celebrate 80 years of Smokey Bear this Saturday in Ocala
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Growing up in the ’70s and ’80s, Smokey Bear was an icon that commanded our full attention to when he said, “Only you can prevent forest fires.” While that message has changed slightly, the impact of Smokey’s words can still be felt.
Drier Week Ahead for Orlando Despite Persistent Heat and Isolated Storm Risks
Orlando residents can expect to find some respite from the usual thunderstorms with decreased chances for showers and storms as drier air moves into the region. However, it won't be any less hot and humid out there, as the heat index is predicted to hit between 102-107F in the afternoons. "Remember to stay hydrated and seek frequent breaks in the shade or A/C," advises the National Weather Service in their latest outlook.
Reserve at Ocoee home tops city’s sales from July 16 to 22
A Reserve at Ocoee home topped the city’s residential real-estate transactions from July 16 to 22. The home at 1952 Edinborough Place, Ocoee, sold July 15, for $587,000. Built in 1998, it has four bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,635 square feet of living area. Days on market: 10. The sellers were represented by Yessenia Cruz, Compass Florida LLC.
‘Magician’ thief nabs 11 rings worth $27K in heist at Mount Dora jewelry store
MOUNT DORA, Fla. – The Mount Dora Police Department is looking for four “master illusionists” after $27,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from a jewelry shop earlier this month. The department said the “jewelry heist” happened around 5 p.m. on July 14 at Mount Dora Gold Exchange....
‘We’re hiring!’ A tech company’s search for ‘cyber heroes’
ORLANDO, Fla. – ThreatLocker, a cybersecurity firm based in Orlando, is significantly expanding its workforce in response to a growing wave of cyber-attacks targeting businesses across the United States. Danny Jenkins, CEO of ThreatLocker, explains that the increase in cybercrime is due in large part to the Russian-Ukranian war.
Judicial candidate forum offers rare insight into new crop of Brevard judge candidates
Judicial forums during election season can provide a closer look at the guiding principles that Brevard County judge candidates might use to rule from the bench. While all three contested judicial elections this year — Circuit Court Group 17, and County Court Groups 6 and 10 — offer a slate of experienced attorneys, a candidate forum hosted Monday by the North Brevard Democratic Club at Dixie Crossroads restaurant in Titusville presented a rare look at the views...
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