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Florida Planned Parenthood PAC endorses five in Senate races and 51 in the House
Quality Journalism for Critical Times The Florida Planned Parenthood PAC announced its first round of endorsements for the state Legislature Monday, saying those candidates would fight attacks on Floridians’ reproductive freedom. For the Florida Democratic Party, which the GOP outnumbers by more than 956,000 registered voters, support for the abortion-rights amendment could translate to overall support for its candidates. The […] The post Florida Planned Parenthood PAC endorses five in Senate races and 51 in the House appeared first on Florida Phoenix.
7 Property Owner Put On Notice By Town
Those 7 property owners now have 2 months to come into compliance, which means clean up their properties, or face the consequences. If their structures are not demolished before the clock runs out, the town will knock them down. Putting up fences or mowing the lawn is no longer good...
New Bedford Day in Fort Myers, Florida Faces Big Changes
For 20 years, New Bedford snowbirds who winter in sunny Florida and those who've moved there permanently have gathered in Fort Myers to celebrate their hometown. New Bedford Day was founded in 2004 by former New Bedford Mayor Brian J. Lawler and his wife Johan. The Lawlers, recognizing the benefits of bringing hundreds of former New Bedfordites together to reminisce and renew old acquaintances, designated the second Tuesday in March as New Bedford Day.
The St. Regis Longboat Key Will Open on Aug. 14
Three years after breaking ground, the long-anticipated, 18-acre St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is opening on Wednesday, Aug. 14. After it opens, the public can access the St. Regis spa, which has a snow shower (seriously!) and any one of its seven restaurants and bars. But there won't be any day passes to enjoy the pools, which include a winding river, a resort swimming pool, a serenity pool and a fully stocked saltwater lagoon teeming with tropical wildlife. Access to those amenities will require a membership that can be purchased online, unless you’re checking into the hotel for a luxurious stay.
Sarasota County Commission shortchanges affordable housing funding by millions of dollars
Affordable housing projects hopeful for Hurricane Ian relief received less than what was originally on the table following a Sarasota County Commission decision to reserve some of the funds for other non-housing proposals. Though $40 million was initially set for distribution, the County Commission allocated about $28 million to five...
Farm Share, Florida food bank distributes hurricane kits
Heavy winds, flooding, and destruction are all things that come to mind every year when hurricane season comes around. This hurricane season has already had its first category five hurricane of the year, and there is still activity to be had in the tropics. With one month to go until...
Florida man arrested, accused of making threats against Trump, Vance on social media
A Florida man accused of making threats against former President Donald Trump, U.S. Sen. JD Vance and their families on social media was arrested on Friday, police said. The Jupiter Police Department said in a news release that officers arrested Michael W. Wiseman on charges of written threats to kill. He was taken into custody without incident and lodged in Palm Beach County Jail, according to Jupiter police Maj. Don Hennessy. Wiseman was in custody at the facility on Friday night, a jail employee confirmed. The employee said she didn't have information about whether Wiseman had an attorney to contact...
Lightning strike sparks 4-acre brush fire at Cape Coral's Charlotte Harbor Buffer Preserve
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Cape Coral firefighters battled a 4-acre brush fire at the Charlotte Harbor Buffer Preserve Saturday afternoon. According to the Cape Coral Fire Department, at around 1:40 p.m., crews responded to the scene off Burnt Store Road N., where the flames were reportedly caused by a lightning strike. Officials say the fire is 100% contained at this time.
Governor Ron DeSantis appoints new School Board member of Okaloosa County
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Friday, Governor Ron DeSantis appointed a new School Board member. Brett Hinely of Niceville was named the School Board of Okaloosa County. Hinely is set to begin on August 2, 2024, according to a news release. Hinely is the President of Cove Marine, Inc. and Bluewater High & Dry. […]
Boosie Badazz Wins $21K Settlement After Suing Florida Nightclub
It's been a good month for Boosie Badazz. Boosie Badazz has been on a lucky streak as of late, and fortunately for him, it doesn't seem to show any signs of slowing down. Earlier this month, he saw a happy ending in his longwinded legal battle over a federal gun charge. A California judge dismissed the case, meaning that he's finally off the hook. He got emotional about the verdict on Instagram, thanking god and sharing big plans for the future.
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