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Hapco Farms expands leadership position with new Massachusetts venture, expansion in Florida
These two major facilities will further enhance Hapco Farm’s vast East Coast packing, cold storage capabilities in order to better service the increasing needs of their customers in the area. The strategically placed facilities give Hapco the ability to deliver overnight or same-day delivery from Miami, FL, to Halifax, NS. At the same time, these additional locations will be introducing new volume commodities, grown on-site as well as buying from local surrounding farmers.
FPL officials talk solar panel durability and environmental effects
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Texas hailstorm in March damaged hundreds of solar panels and sparked questions about potential hazardous materials contaminating the environment. Florida Power & Light officials say the chemicals are harder to extract than you think. Several layers of material prevent the chemicals from seeping out, and they are built to […]
These Are The Top 5 States Michigan Residents Are Fleeing To
According to the Allied US Migration Report for the 2nd year in a row we saw less interstate in 2023. Where's everybody going? More importantly, why are they going there?. Stagflation. Recession; The fact that interstate moves have continued to decrease over the last few years shows residents are taking a cautious approach when it comes to big moves and increasing interest rates.
New law will allow UNF more flexibility with its reserve fund
A new bill went into effect earlier this month that could change how the University of North Florida and other Florida universities use state funds. House Bill 707 was put into effect on July 1. The new law authorizes Florida’s state universities to “retain and report” annual reserve balances that exceed a specific amount. The bill also allows universities to include a reserve fund in their carry forward spending plans.
Saharan dust approaching Florida. See when it will arrive and expected impacts
Get ready for some exceptional sunrises and sunsets. A plume of Saharan dust is on its way. The dust emerges off the western coast of Africa and travels across the Atlantic. It can blow as far west as Texas, according to NOAA. ➤ Track all active storms. A big benefit...
Winter Springs delays budget vote, will hold special meeting July 22
The Winter Springs City Commission delayed a key budget vote on Monday, opting to have a special meeting July 22 to give commissioners more time to consider a proposed property tax increase requested by city staff. The city’s proposed 2024-25 budget would increase the city’s property tax rate from 2.41...
John Ricketson, Publisher of The Apopka Chief and Planter, dies at 84
The Apopka community has lost an icon. John Ricketson, the longtime publisher of The Apopka Chief and Planter, has died at age 84. According to the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ricketson was born in Dixie Camp, Florida, in 1940. He grew up in Winter Park, graduated from Winter Park High School, and moved to Apopka in 1958. He enlisted in the Army, became a paratrooper, and married his wife Eileen in 1964.
Longwood Basketball: Aldrich fills two open positions on coaching staff
Longwood Basketball coach Griff Aldrich has filled two open spots on his staff, hiring Aaron Smith, late of Louisiana Tech, and Myo Baxter-Bell, a Liberty alum who was most recently on the staff at a D2 school, Gannon. “We are thrilled to welcome Aaron Smith and Myo Baxter-Bell to our...
Grassroots Coalition Forms to Advocate for Continued Use of Essential Ag Tech
Agricultural Spray Distributors Band Together to Oppose Drone Ban. Casselberry, FL - JUL 17, 2024 - In response to proposed legislation aimed at banning drones manufactured by Chinese companies, a coalition of agricultural spray drone distributors is banding together to form a grassroots industry group. This coalition, consisting of HSE-UAV, Agri Spray Drones, Bestway Ag, Drone Nerds, Pegasus Robotics, and Rantizo intends to represent, protect, and advocate for the interests of the agricultural industry in the use of spray drone technology.
Coffee, candy, comfort: Sterns’ main worries as he awaits murder trial
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (Court TV) — The Florida man accused of killing and sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl is worried about running low on coffee in jail and complaining that his cell is loud, dirty and uncomfortable. New documents reviewed by Court TV include e-mails sent to and from Stephan Sterns, who’s charged with the first-degree... Read more » Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
Orlando Braces for Sweltering Summer Heat and Thunderstorms, Heat Advisories Possible
With temperatures soaring and thunderstorms dotting the forecast, Orlando is set to feel the thick swelter of summer heat. According to the National Weather Service, residents near the Space/Treasure coasts should expect scattered showers and thunderstorms mainly in the afternoon as the sea breeze kicks in, with the inland areas catching up later in the day.
The Monroe hosting coffee cocktail competition on July 22
The Monroe in Creative Village will host a special coffee cocktail competition at 5 p.m. Monday, July 22 that pits six teams of two against each other for the pleasure of the masses. Each team will consist of a local mixologist with a local barista as they work their way...
Darden Restaurants buys Tex-Mex chain Chuy's for $605 million
Darden Restaurants is adding Tex-Mex to the menu. The parent company of Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House and other chains, said Wednesday it's buying Chuy's for approximately $605 million. Darden said it will acquire all outstanding shares of Chuy’s for $37.50 per share. Those shares closed at $25.27 apiece...
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