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The president of Florida’s only public historically Black university resigns after donation debacle
The president of Florida’s only public historically Black university is resigning amid backlash over the school’s apparent failure to properly vet a multi-million dollar donation from a dubious donor. Larry Robinson submitted his resignation last week and will leave Florida A&M University at a time when state officials...
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...
Flights canceled, delayed at Jacksonville International Airport after worldwide tech outage
Travelers flying out of Jacksonville International Airport today should check the status of their flight before heading to the airport on the city’s Northside. That’s because a worldwide technology outage is affecting airlines, media companies, banks, and telecom firms around the world this morning. Overnight U.S.-based airlines American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and others...
Permits issued for first phase of Imeson Port Center in North Jacksonville
The city issued permits July 17 for two of the first three buildings at Imeson Port Center in North Jacksonville that developer Chalmers Property Co. estimates totals $66 million. The Conlan Co. of Jacksonville is the contractor for the almost 200,000-square-foot buildings, totaling about 600,000 square feet, at 1001 Zoo...
River City Plus: More about Mayport Jetties
Jacksonville would not be the city that we know and love if not for the Mayport Jetties. Many residents don’t even know what the Jetties are. Dr. Alan Bliss from the Jacksonville History Center dropped by the studio to offer up a wealth of information about these manmade rock protrusions. These elements have played a major role into adding depth and current to the St. Johns River allowing Jacksonville to expand in a number of ways. www.jaxhistory.org.
Serenata Beach Club foreclosure lawsuit goes before judge
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – A judge is expected to consider an $8 million lawsuit filed against a South Ponte Vedra Beach club. The Serenata Beach Club foreclosure trial comes after a host of financial problems in the last year led to temporary shutdowns. The judge denied a motion...
Meet Lady and Todd: 2 orphaned dogs hoping for happy ‘tails’ and a new home
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Meet Lady and Todd, two pups who tragically lost their owner a few days ago and are in desperate need of a new home, ideally together. The dogs were sadly in the home with their deceased owner for 5-7 days before being rescued, and are hoping for a new leash on life.
The Top 10 HBCUs in the Country- Thriving and Surviving!
HBCUs have been the cornerstone of many Black communities long before diversity was celebrated and encouraged, but a new list reveals all schools aren’t created equally. The U.S. News & World Report released its ongoing list of the nation’s top colleges and universities which ranks the institutions based on a myriad of factors.
On a Mission with Jeri K. Millard of In the Pink
Each week on On a Mission we talk to community leaders who are out to make a positive impact in the area. Today, our host Jack Sears talks with Jeri K. Millard of In the Pink. In the Pink is a local non-profit that has been caring for women with all types of cancer since 2009. Though we don’t look like a traditional health care provider, we are a Durable Medical Facility that strictly provides products that cancer patients may need, such as mastectomy prosthesis/bras, post-surgical garments, wigs, radiation cream, and compression garments. We are in-network with most major insurance companies and file the claims for our patients. For those with no insurance or that qualify for Medicaid, many items are provided for free.
Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis said state is 'morally obligated' to keep funding My Safe Florida Home
MILWAUKEE — He is on the floor of the Republican National Convention, but Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis has his eyes back on Florida, and hurricane season. Forecasters are predicting an extremely active season. Patronis is convinced it's not a question of if but when a storm's going to hit the state. Like other Florida officials, he has asked the state's 22 million-plus residents to have a plan and prepare ahead of an approaching yellow cone.
Ben Sasse resigns his University of Florida presidency after wife’s condition worsens
OMAHA — Former Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse announced Thursday he was stepping down as president of the University of Florida to help his family cope with his wife’s worsening health. Sasse, in a statement from the University of Florida, said he was no longer able to meet...
Florida attorney general’s office and ACC come to agreement, documents at center of legal battle to be made public
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The documents at the center of the Florida State University’s ACC legal battle may soon be available to the public, according to Florida attorney general Ashley Moody. She said her office and the attorneys for the ACC have reached in agreement to provide the ACC’s...
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