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Florida sits on federal EV money that could provide more chargers
Quality Journalism for Critical Times Last week, lots of people were tee-heeing or tsk-tsking about the Florida Department of Transportation taking down the old “Welcome to Florida” signs (or “WTF” for short). The DOT then put up new state line signs saying, “Welcome to the Free State of Florida.” Free — to do what, exactly? Drive reeeeeally fast because you’re […] The post Florida sits on federal EV money that could provide more chargers appeared first on Florida Phoenix.
2024 Games: FSU's Jeremiah Davis preparing his long jump talents to tackle Paris Olympics
One jump changed the trajectory of Jeremiah Davis’ life. In a few weeks, one more could cement his legacy as one of the greatest athletes ever from Southwest Florida. Not a month has passed since Davis, a 2019 Lehigh Senior High School graduate, won the long jump at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials with a leap of 8.20 meters putting him on a direct path to the Paris Games. ...
Republicans Folley, Benarroch talk Medicaid, guns, more at first District 81 forum
Republican representative candidates Greg Folley and Yvette Benarroch talked everything from guns, social media and affordable housing to the arts, small businesses, immigration and man-made meats at the first forum for Florida District 81 on July 16. Organized by the Naples Reagan Club – formerly the Naples Republican Club –...
The president of Florida’s only public historically Black university resigns after donation debacle
The president of Florida’s only public historically Black university is resigning amid backlash over the school’s apparent failure to properly vet a multi-million dollar donation from a dubious donor. Larry Robinson submitted his resignation last week and will leave Florida A&M University at a time when state officials...
Woman arrested, accused of stealing from Cape Coral Kohl's and Target
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A woman was arrested after months of investigating connected her to a grand theft at Kohl's in Cape Coral. In February, Blanca Miranda Rodriguez, 47, was reportedly seen on camera pushing an empty stroller after entering Kohl's with a minor female. Reports say Rodriguez removed...
Friends, family remember Isaac Breese, North Fort Myers High School student
Dressed in jerseys and bright-colored clothes, friends, family and community members honored Isaac Breese during a memorial service Wednesday at North Fort Myers High School. Breese of Cape Coral tragically passed away the week of July 4. He went missing during a swimming accident at Sanibel’s Blind Pass while trying to save his friends. His body was recovered on July 4. He was 17 years old.
Judge rules in favor of teen arrested in fatal Naples crash; bond cut by half
A Collier County judge on Wednesday granted a motion allowing for a bond reduction for a Bonita Springs teenager facing vehicle homicide charges in a fatal Naples crash while the victim's longtime husband is calling for more rules on the road. The Dec. 15, 2023, crash at Neapolitan Way and...
When is Lee's voter registration deadline? Here's how to register and change your party
Important local and federal elections are just a few months away, so it's time to make sure all your voter information is current. If you need to register or change your party, it has to be done by Monday, July 22. Here's what to know:. How do I register to...
Ben Sasse resigns his University of Florida presidency after wife’s condition worsens
OMAHA — Former Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse announced Thursday he was stepping down as president of the University of Florida to help his family cope with his wife’s worsening health. Sasse, in a statement from the University of Florida, said he was no longer able to meet...
Florida attorney general’s office and ACC come to agreement, documents at center of legal battle to be made public
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The documents at the center of the Florida State University’s ACC legal battle may soon be available to the public, according to Florida attorney general Ashley Moody. She said her office and the attorneys for the ACC have reached in agreement to provide the ACC’s...
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