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Police are watching for Florida speeders. What to know about Operation Southern Slow Down
Florida drivers better not put the pedal to the metal this week. Or really ever, according to the state. The Florida Department of Transportation, along with other state officials, have kicked off its eighth annual campaign to crack down on high-speed drivers and education the public on the dangers of speeding.
Lakeland businessman and philanthropist Jack Harrell Jr. dies at 68
LAKELAND — Jack Randolph Harrell Jr., a community philanthropist widely known for his humble generosity, died Saturday at age 68 of brain cancer. Harrell, CEO and chairman of Harrell's LLC, was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, roughly six months ago. ...
Florida Hispanic voters could decide the election. Here are their top issues.
Hispanic voters in Florida are more likely to list affordable housing and gun control as top issues than their non-Hispanic counterparts, a new online survey of nearly 1,400 likely voters in the state found. The poll, conducted from June 13-17 by TelevisaUnivision Consumer Strategy & Insights and Media Predict, offers...
NAS Whiting Field: U.S. Navy Capt. Ted Elkins takes command
U.S. Navy Capt. Ted Elkins relieved Capt. Paul N. Flores as the 44th commanding officer of Naval Air Station Whiting Field in a ceremony onboard the installation on Friday. The change of command ceremony is a long-standing Navy tradition that is focused on ensuring orderly transition of duties from one officer to another. The ceremony was held in the Atrium in front of base personnel and community members.
Apartments finally being built in Winter Haven after decades of no availability
The construction of multifamily housing is starting to emerge in Winter Haven. More than 100 apartments just finished in downtown, and an additional 1,400 are under construction.
Florida Panhandle beach named one of the best snorkeling spots by Southern Living
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Sunshine State is famous for its picturesque views, and turquoise waters, but life under the water’s surface is just as beautiful. If you haven’t added snorkeling to your bucket list, now is the time especially if you’re in the Panhandle. Southern Living has recognized Jetty Beach in St. Andrews […]
Application deadline extended for Florida Virtual Full-Time Public Schools
FLVS has extended the application deadline for the full-time option. The deadline is July 19 for students in 9th through 12th grades. The deadline for students in kindergarten through 8th grades is July 26. The post Application deadline extended for Florida Virtual Full-Time Public Schools appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Residents mourn Mexican Market as authorities search for cause of fire
PLANT CITY, Fla. — The cause of a deadly grocery store fire in Dover remains under investigation as residents share their sadness over what happened. One person was killed when the flames broke out at the Mexican market shortly before 5 p.m. Sunday. Detectives have not released the name...
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