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Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr., announces August Books of the Month
“As the school year begins, students should be reading books that make them excited to learn and prepare them for the school year,” said Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. “I encourage all students to open a book this month and ready their mind for classes over the next school year.” The post Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr., announces August Books of the Month appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Florida school board pauses chaplain plans following interest from 'Ministers of Satan'
A Florida school board paused a plan for a chaplain program after receiving First Amendment concerns — and interest from The Satanic Temple. In a move that school officials present said was rare, the Osceola County School Board pulled the plan from consideration during its Tuesday meeting. It highlights the complexities and complications school districts face in implementing a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis this year that allows volunteer chaplains to provide support services...
Ormond Main Street Recognized as Florida’s Program of the Month for August 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FLA. – Today, Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced that Ormond Beach Main Street, in Volusia County, has been designated the August 2024 Florida Main Street Program of the Month. “It is my pleasure to recognize the hard work and accomplishments of Ormond Beach Main Street,” said Secretary...
Florida returns more than $50 million in unclaimed property to residents
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — More than $50 million in unclaimed property was returned to Floridians during the month of July, according to CFO Jimmy Patronis. By region, Patronis says Orlando ranked sixth for the most unclaimed property returned in the last month. More than $2.5 billion in unclaimed property has...
Florida beats out Miami for blue-chip 2025 defensive back
Florida scored a commitment from Miami (Fla.) Booker T. Washington cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. on Friday. Hanks, a blue-chipper in the 2025 recruiting class, went into decision day with a trio of finalists — Florida, Miami, and Louisville. The Gators hosted him for a summer visit and were viewed as the favorites to earn his pledge. Working in Billy Napier’s favor was the opportunity for Hanks to follow in his father’s footsteps.
Family of South Florida woman missing in Spain continues to search for answers
MIAMI, Florida (WFOR) -- Where is Ana Knezevich Henao? It's a question that tortures the South Florida family of the woman who disappeared in Madrid, Spain. On Thursday, her relatives along with their attorney stood outside a financial institution and talked about their fears and search for answers. "Where's my...
Dolphins blew a perfect PR opportunity that may have fixed their special teams
The Miami Dolphins had an opportunity to gain positive public relations with fans, and more. Instead, they opted to ignore it, opting for the status quo. Fans don't need much introduction to punter Kyle Ulbrich. He has been sitting outside the Dolphins training facility every day since training camp began with an umbrella over his head and signs in his hands.
Wet start to weekend as storms move across parts of South Florida
MIAMI — A wet start to the weekend with some showers and storms moving across parts of South Florida on Friday morning.A heat advisory has not been issued today because we will not meet the criteria, and it will not be quite as hot and humid due to more rain and cloud cover.The highs will climb to around 90 degrees for Friday and it will feel like the upper 90s in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties instead of the 100s like we have seen this past week. The Florida Keys will still feel like the triple-digits but the heat index will not be as high as the last few days.For Friday afternoon, scattered storms will be possible due to plenty of moisture around with some heavy downpours and localized flooding possible. The chance of rain decreases this weekend as drier air moves in.Though showers and storms will still be possible for the Keys on Saturday, it will be drier for Miami-Dade and Broward with just some spotty storms.Highs will stay seasonably hot with the low 90s and it will feel like the upper 90s.
Strategist who ran DeSantis’ ill-fated bid is working with Musk to help organize voters for Trump
Ron DeSantis’ senior political aides were gathered last year at the Florida governor’s campaign headquarters, an office across the street from a Red Lobster on Tallahassee’s north side, planning the announcement of his candidacy for president. Some wanted the Republican to go a baseball stadium in Tampa,...
Polk County Florida jury finds Volkswagen violated the Florida Lemon Law
Polk County Florida jury finds Volkswagen violated the Florida lemon law and breached its warranty by failing to repair the collision warning system in consumer’s 2022 Audi Q3. On August 13, 2024, the Circuit Court of Polk County entered judgment on a jury’s verdict in favor of Auburndale resident,...
State auditor general will look into spending by former UF president Sasse, BOG says
A previously scheduled audit of University of Florida spending now will be expanded to "encompass Office of the President expenditures," a spokesperson for the State University System's Board of Governors told the USA TODAY NETWORK - Florida on Friday. The board "will await the final report," Cassandra Edwards said in an email,...
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