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Corporate investors own 117,000+ Florida homes, report says
Corporate investors own more than 117,000 single-family homes across Florida, per a new analysis by the Tampa Bay Times. Why it matters: Critics say such a pattern can squeeze out individual buyers and allow corporations to exert more control over communities. Proponents maintain the trend provides more single-family rentals for...
Private school’s pregame loudspeaker prayer lawsuit answered by appeals court
A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the Florida High School Athletic Association did not violate the First Amendment when it refused to let two private religious schools use a PA system to hold a pregame prayer during a 2015 high school championship football game. In a 52-page opinion, a three-judge panel of U.S. Court […]
Florida unveils sign, dedicates State Road A1A for singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett
A highway named in honor of the chief Parrothead and son of a son of a sailor was dedicated Friday, Aug. 30 in Key West. Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, who died on Sept. 1, 2023, was honored during a ceremony with the unveiling of the official sign to mark A1A Jimmy Buffett Memorial...
Florida staffer who leaked plans about golf courses in state parks says he was fired
A Florida state staffer who admitted to leaking plans about putting golf courses in state parks told local media Tuesday he was fired from the state’s environmental protection agency. Jared Gaddis told the Tampa Bay Times he received a letter from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) over the weekend informing him he was…
Struggling Chain Restaurant Closes Doors After State Inspection in Florida
Hey, Florida foodies! If you’re a fan of Tijuana Flats, you might want to brace yourself for some not-so-appetizing news. One of our local Tijuana Flats locations was recently forced to shut its doors temporarily after a state inspection revealed some pretty concerning issues. Let’s dive into what happened and what it means for this popular Florida-based chain.
Florida Restaurant Temporarily Closed After State Inspection – Second Shutdown in Two Years
Floridians who remember the heyday of Ruby Tuesday might recall when the restaurant chain had a strong presence throughout the state. Once a go-to spot for comfort food and its famous salad bar, Ruby Tuesday locations have dwindled over the years. Today, only around 32 locations remain across Florida, making it a bit of a challenge for fans to get their fix. Unfortunately, the Ruby Tuesday in Inverness, located at 2235 E Gulf To Lake Highway, recently faced a temporary closure following a state inspection, marking the second such shutdown in just over a year.
Florida sues over violent foreign nationals being released from prison into US
(The Center Square) – The state of Florida is suing the Biden-Harris administration to obtain information on how many illegal foreign nationals convicted of violent crimes who served time in prison were released into the U.S. instead of being deported. “Historically, when illegal aliens were brought to the U.S. to be prosecuted for their crimes, it was well understood that the aliens would be deported once they have served their sentence,” Florida’s lawsuit, filed by Attorney General Ashley Moody, states. “That was until the Biden-Harris...
Florida to Get a New Texas Roadhouse Right Next to Del Taco as Site Plans Are Filed
If you’re a fan of tasty tacos and juicy steaks, I’ve got some exciting news for you. Plans have been filed that could bring both a Texas Roadhouse and a Del Taco to our neck of the woods, right here in Indian River County. Yes, you heard that right—a spot where you can indulge in mouthwatering steaks and then swing by for some budget-friendly tacos, all in one trip. Let’s dive into what makes this news so exciting.
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