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Good Condition Is Florida’s Eco-Luxe Skincare Revolution
In the heart of Florida, a new skincare brand is making waves with its commitment to luxury and sustainability. Good Condition, founded by Cherie Baughn in June 2023, is redefining the beauty industry with its eco-friendly, high-quality products that are as good for the body as they are for the environment.
New research initiative to aid in Biscayne Bay preservation
An “environmental DNA” research initiative seeks to answer complex questions about the health of Biscayne Bay. Rising water temperatures, pollution and development impact marine life, but identifying impacts on specific areas of the bay or specific species, especially elusive or nocturnal ones, can be difficult. FIU Biological Sciences Professor Jose Eirin-Lopez says the pilot study using environmental DNA can track changes in the diversity of organisms living in the water.
Residents of Pembroke Pines condo community stunned by evacuation notice
PEMBROKE PINES - Hundreds of residents at the Heron Pond condominium complex in Pembroke Pines are stunned after being informed that they have a month to leave their homes.Engineers deemed all 19 buildings in the complex unsafe. "Danger," "unsafe" and "violation" are just some of the words on signs posted on every unit's door at the complex at 8400 SW 1st Street."Today they came and they said you have to go," said Kemely, who has lived in the complex for the last two years with her mother. Kemely said she was sleeping Wednesday morning when she heard a commotion outside. She...
Heisman Trophy hopeful Cam Ward brings optimism to Miami as it seeks first ACC Championship
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Miami Hurricanes have never won the Atlantic Coast Conference football championship. New quarterback Cam Ward is out to change that. Ward, who transferred from Washington State following the collapse of the Pac-12, is already receiving Heisman Trophy consideration from BetMGM Sportsbook, and his arrival has created a buzz in Miami, where the Hurricanes are hoping to take a big step forward after going 12-13 in two seasons under coach Mario Cristobal.
Condo sales begin at 14 ROC in downtown Miami
GFO Investments recently launched condominium sales at 14 ROC, a 32-story tower in downtown Miami. The property will offer 283 units ranging from 410-square-foot studios to 964-square-foot two bedrooms, with prices starting at $495,000. Cervera Real Estate is handling sales and marketing. All condos will have open layouts, high ceilings,...
Another book ban battle emerges in Florida, with high stakes for the First Amendment
Another legal battle has begun over Florida's book bans, with significant stakes, as the sued school district is launching a controversial defense that could shake First Amendment law nationwide. This case emerges in Florida's northeasternmost county, Nassau, wedged between Jacksonville and Georgia. ...
Video Released of Miami Beach Police Fatally Shooting Darien Young
Bodycam video shows police fatally shoot Darien Young holding women at knifepoint in Miami Beach. Local 10 News exclusively obtained body camera video Tuesday showing a man holding a store employee and a young girl at knifepoint just before he was shot and killed by Miami Beach police at a Victoria’s Secret store last year.
Marlins designate right-hander for assignment
The Marlins have designated right-hander Yonny Chirinos for assignment, the team announced Tuesday. His spot on the roster will go to right-hander Kyle Tyler, who’s been recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville. Chirinos, 30, is one of several former Rays who made their way to the Marlins organization over the offseason...
Coconut Grove groups accuse City of Miami of housing discrimination against Black residents
Reverend Willie F. Ford’s church is emptier than it used to be. It’s not that his congregation doesn’t want to come in on Sundays, he says — it’s that they can’t. In the past decade he’s been ministering at St. Matthew Community Baptist Church, Ford has seen his flock dwindle as parishioners are priced out of their homes in the predominantly Black Coconut Grove Village West.
‘Perfect marriage’ between Hurricanes QB Cam Ward, coordinator Shannon Dawson setting UM up for success
New Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward did not appear to miss a beat during spring football after transferring from Washington State. Part of that could stem from the similarities in the Air Raid-style offense he ran with the Cougars for two seasons and the style of offense UM offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson runs — even if UM coach Mario Cristobal balks at calling Dawson’s offense a ...
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