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Just 3 in 10 Latinos in Florida believe the country is headed in the right direction
New research from TelevisaUnivision Consumer Strategy & Insights has revealed that only 3 in 10 Latinos in Florida believe the country is headed in the right direction, underscoring the need for both Democratic and Republican campaigns to engage Latino voters with culturally resonant language and messaging. In that vein, the...
City of Live Oak celebrates Independence Day with annual Freedom Fest
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews @gmail.com The City of Live Oak continued its tradition of celebrating Independence Day with its annual Freedom Fest in the historic downtown area. The event provided entertainment and enjoyment for attendees of all ages. The youngest participants were delighted by bounce houses and a game zone, while a variety of tasty treats from local vendors satisfied everyone’s appetites. As attendees socialized and took part in the festivities, they enjoyed live music performed by The River Rats, adding to the lively atmosphere. The day culminated in a vibrant fireworks display at 9 p.m., lighting up the night sky and providing a fitting end to the fest.
Art show fundraiser coming to Panama City Beach this week
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – An art show that should be “popping up” on your radar is taking place on Thursday, July 18th from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Beachy Beach Real Estate in Panama City Beach. This free community gathering will include live music, free drinks, and even a live art demo from […]
1st Black woman principal of Eastside High School will have street named in her honor
The legacy of one of the first principals of Eastside High School will be honored during a ceremony to celebrate her as a pioneer as an Alachua County educator. The ceremony to honor Mae Islar, who from 1976-1983 served as the first woman principal at Eastside, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the school’s auditorium at 1201 SE 43rd St. ...
Grassroots groups end voter registration drives, fearing Florida law pushed by GOP
A key part of the election season lead-up has disappeared this summer across Florida, with voter registration by grassroots groups all but halted because of a new state law many say targets minorities and younger voters. The number of voters registered by so-called third-party organizations is down dramatically. Just over 7,000 voters have been enrolled through the...
Florida Democratic Party calls Tuesday’s FL GOP speeches at RNC a ‘circus’
Quality Journalism for Critical Times The Florida Democratic Party called Tuesday evening’s Republican National Convention speeches from Gov. Ron DeSantis and Sens. Rick Scott and Marco Rubio “a clown show” and a “circus.” “The Republican Party can preach ‘unity’ all night long but the only thing they are united on is sending America backwards,” Democrati chair Nikki Fried said in […] The post Florida Democratic Party calls Tuesday’s FL GOP speeches at RNC a ‘circus’ appeared first on Florida Phoenix.
Rise of Florida insurance property costs affecting local homeowners
Local homeowners are feeling like they are caught in a storm of rising insurance costs and soaring premiums. The issue is driven by a perfect storm of natural disasters, fraud and insurers fleeing the state. No one is happy about paying more money. It’s hard enough to afford to buy...
Voters in 11 states could decide on abortion ballot measures in Nov., with measures confirmed in six states, and signature verification pending in another five
Voters in six states—Colorado, Florida, Maryland, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota—will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in Nov. 2024. Initiatives are pending signature verification in five states—Arizona, Arkansas, Missouri, Montana, and Nebraska. This report provides the most recent updates on abortion-related ballot measure certifications and potential...
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