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State lawmakers demand answers from Florida Department of Health after massive data breach
State lawmakers are calling for a thorough investigation into the Florida Department of Health hack after 9 Investigates confirmed Tuesday more than 40,000 files were stolen and leaked on the dark web.
Are shark attacks in Florida occurring more frequently than usual?
Shark attacks have been making waves across the country all summer long, especially in Florida. The state has already reported several bites this year, sparking the question: Are shark attacks occurring at a higher-than-normal rate?
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Missouri Independent.
DeSantis Kicks off New Disney “Corporate Welfare” Feud in Milwaukee
If you thought that Ron DeSantis was done attacking Disney World just because the lawyers set down their pens and his board of supervisors signed off on a $17 billion deal, you weren’t at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee yesterday. DeSantis Battles Disney, Makes Nice. For the better...
Sanford police announce arrest in ‘brutal’ cold case killing
SANFORD, Fla. – The Sanford Police Department offered an update Friday on a cold case that had gone unsolved some 25 years. Gary Durrance, 73, has been arrested in the 1999 killing of 50-year-old Sherry Holtz, officials said. Holtz’s body was found Dec. 4, 1999, behind a business in...
Christmas in July? Seminole County nonprofit teams up to help train next generations of Santas
WINTER SPRINGS, Fla. – Ho, ho, how do you portray Santa in the correct way? Well, the Winter Springs nonprofit Christmas Dreams is partnering with School4Santas to host a two-day event to train the next generation of “Santas, Mrs. Claus and those interested in the Santa industry,” according to a news release.
Oviedo moves forward with Police Building Referendum for Nov. 5 elections
OVIEDO, Fla. — The city of Oviedo is revising its pitch to voters to ask for more than $20 million in taxpayer money to revamp the city’s police headquarters. Last year, more than 60% of voters voted against the referendum that would have allowed the city to borrow up to $35 million for the proposed Public Safety Building Project.
Photos: Local martial artists win world titles
Several local martial artists recently competed at the ISKA US Open in Orlando, FL. Those competing representing Team Chip Martial Arts Mississippi were Justin Cuellar, Robin Cuellar, Burgen Simpson, Jason Dubard, Paisley Dubard, and Paxton Dubard. For the 5th consecutive year, Justin Cuellar won the Ultimate Breaking Championship. Additionally, Jason...
TikTok star and food critic Keith Lee is in Florida. Will he visit your town?
Popular Tik Tok restaurant critic Keith Lee is in Florida once again and foodies across the state are eagerly awaiting his next move. The social media food reviewer with over 16.4 million TikTok followers and 2 million Instagram followers surprised Jacksonville with a guest appearance Saturday at the ninth annual "Duval Day" event,...
Suntree United Methodist Church Names the Reverend Bailey Schreiner as Associate Pastor
BREVARD COUNTY • SUNTREE, FLORIDA – Suntree United Methodist Church has named the Reverend Bailey Schreiner as Associate Pastor. In his new role, Rev. Bailey will assist the Senior Pastor with implementing the mission and vision of the church, participate in weekly worship leadership, and preach monthly. In...
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