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Urban farming gets a green thumbs-up for sustainable city growth in survey
Urban agriculture is emerging as a key player in the search to develop sustainable cities, offering not just fresh produce but a portfolio of ecosystem services that can extend far beyond the farm and community gardens. In the vibrant metropolis of Miami, for example, urban farming perceptions have sprouted deep roots among city dwellers. Those perceptions may be the turning point needed to promote food security and a sustainable city. ...
Providers halt services after court allows Florida to enforce ban on transgender care for minors
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Advocates say transgender patients are facing barriers to “potentially life-saving health care” after a federal appeals court ruled that a Florida law banning gender-affirming care can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out. The decision handed down by the 11th U.S. Circuit...
Sold: Someone buys Brevard home owned by racing legend who hosted parties for astronauts
A legendary beachside Brevard home known for parties attended by astronauts has new owners. The sale was complete Monday for the home built by race car legend Jim Rathmann. He was known for hosting pool parties for astronauts during the space industry’s heyday. Rathmann built and lived in the Indialantic home after he won the Indianapolis 500 in 1960. ...
Onlookers do a doubletake when former chapel is spotted floating up the Indian River
Do you think you saw a church — yes, a church — floating up Indian River last week? Well, your eyes weren’t deceiving you. Many Space Coast residents took to social media to report the unusual structure they saw slowly moving up Brevard’s waterways Friday. Former County Commission Curt Smith was one of them. ...
Former St. Cloud charter school to be turned into city’s fire headquarters
ST. CLOUD, Fla. — A former charter school on Progress Lane in St. Cloud is about to be revamped into the city's fire department headquarters. The 10.5 acre property will also be a temporary home for the fire station 32 crews, while the current station on Old Canoe Creek Road gets rebuilt and expanded.
Update: Polk Sheriff’s Office identifies man killed by train
A 36-year-old Kissimmee man was killed Tuesday afternoon when his pickup truck was struck by a cargo train while he was crossing a railroad track in the Kathleen area. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release that Abel Arocho, 36, was driving a 2006 black Ford F-150 south on Kathleen Road when he turned right to go to the Kathleen Tire Shop at 5310 Kathleen Road.
New documents reveal Madeline Soto’s cause of death, timeline of events
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (WWSB) - An 80-page document from the Kissimmee Police Department obtained by ABC7 reveals new details from the date Madeline Soto went missing in February to April when Stephen Sterns was indicted for first-degree pre-meditated murder. The 13-year-old girl was reported missing by her mother on Feb. 26...
Classic summer: Scattered storms, heat in Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. – A very typical summer setup continues through the week with scattered coastal showers in the morning, followed by scattered storms inland along the I-4 corridor and to the west. The main weather impacts with these storms will be lightning, heavy downpours and gusty winds. Temperatures will...
Probe is closed into owners of Pulse nightclub, where 49 died in mass shooting
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Orlando Police Department has closed its investigation into the former owners of the Pulse nightclub without filing any charges. Victims’ families and survivors of the killing of 49 patrons at the LGBTQ-friendly club had asked law enforcement to investigate them for possible criminal culpability.
Previewing UCF Knights vs New Hampshire Wildcats
Finally, the 2024 season is upon us and the UCF Knights open their season Thursday night versus the New Hampshire Wildcats. The UCF Knights begin their second season as a member of the Big 12 conference. New Hampshire represents UCF’s only Football Championship Subdivision opponent in 2024. What To...
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