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Lawmakers approve extra funds for food, services for veterans’ nursing homes
Lawmakers on the Florida Legislative Budget Commission on Friday approved $3.5 million to cover food and contracted services at Florida’s eight veterans’ nursing homes and assisted living facility. In its request for extra funds for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs said it lacked enough money to buy food and pay […]
Florida's Marco Rubio, Rick Scott blast Brazilian authorities over X ban: 'An authoritarian move'
Florida's Republican Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott are criticizing Brazilian authorities over the ban of X in the country, enacted last week by a Supreme Court Justice after the social media platform failed to appoint a legal representative there. Senator Rubio issued a press release calling the decision an...
Florida abortion ballot measure falling short of threshold needed to pass: Poll
Florida will be one of several states to vote on an abortion ballot measure in November, but it appears to be falling short of the threshold needed to pass in the Sunshine State. The ballot measure, known as Amendment 4, would prevent the state from creating legislation that would, if passed, “prohibit, penalize, delay, or […]
DeSantis tramples Florida unions rights even as labor’s power explodes elsewhere
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is a man of the people, a vocal champion in defense of labor unions. And he cares deeply about bread-and-butter issues and promoting workers’ rights. DeSantis also labors tirelessly to secure better wages, salaries, and conditions for working and middle-class Floridians. Okay, you can wake up now. None of the above […]
'With mixed emotions.' Beloved British pub closing after 32 years in St. Augustine
After 32 years, a beacon of classic English culture and cuisine in St Augustine is preparing to raise its last pint of Guinness and serve its final orders of fish and chips, bangers and mash, cottage pie and homemade sausage rolls. The landmark Kings Head British Pub plans to shut its doors permanently...
Should Florida football QB DJ Lagway start vs Texas A&M? Swampcast discusses
Florida football snapped a six-game losing streak with a 45-7 win over Samford at The Swamp on Saturday night, giving embattled coach Billy Napier a much-needed win to quiet noise in the system. But that wasn't the big story. ...
'A great steppingstone': Gators defense recovers from Miami debacle for best showing in a year
Few players on the Gators proclaim their love of their teammates more than Tyreak Sapp. “I like football. I love my team. That's just the honest-to-God truth,” Sapp said. “I want to make sure I put something out there that they can be proud of, and I want to be somebody they can trust.” ...
Game Preview: Dolphins-Jaguars Week 1
The Dolphins face in-state rivals, the Jaguars, in Miami at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 9, for their week one matchup. Following their offseason, which consisted of recovering from last season's injuries, the Dolphins look to start the season hot against a middle-of-the-pack defense.Heading into the matchup, the Dolphins are a slim 3.5-point favorite to win. Miami will be missing receiver Odell Beckham Jr, Edge rusher Bradley Chubb, and potentially superstar Cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Head Coach Mike McDaniel will have to scheme around key missing talent. How will this game unfold?
Everything Billy Napier said after Florida 45-7 win vs. Samford
Following Florida's 45-7 win over Samford, Gators head coach Billy Napier fielded questions regarding freshman quarterback DJ Lagway's impressive performance, the status of Graham Mertz, areas in need of improvement, and more. Here's everything he had to say:. Opening statement:. We gave them a little bit more to cheer about...
Florida football injury update: Nine players out for UF vs Samford
Nine players are out for the Florida football in Saturday night's game against Samford (7 p.m., SEC Network Plus). Starting quarterback Graham Mertz remains in concussion protocol and did not suit up for the Florida Gators. Freshman quarterback DJ Lagway will get his first career start. ...
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