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Megan oversees editorial content, policy and staff. She attends meetings, writes copy, sends out the e-newsletter, and curates conversations on social media. She also works to create partnerships that can strengthen the bond between community and newsroom. Megan has served as a community journalist for more than 15 years, including...
UCF Associate Professor Collaborates with Serbia to Develop Criminal Justice Intelligence Exchange Infrastructure
From the onset of his undergraduate career to his service in UCF’s Department of Criminal Justice, Cory Watkins has long cemented his place in the field of criminal justice. An associate professor of criminal justice, his interest in policing evolved into developing technology and community relations with police — specifically as he began to recognize the value and intrigue in how rapidly developing technology could assist in procuring community security.
Florida Lottery Powerball, Lotto, Cash4Life results for July 17, 2024
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Winning Powerball numbers from July 17 drawing ...
Growing a community: Residents advocate for public garden
City works with nonprofit affordable housing organization to improve volunteer garden program. When Rolesia Barton got a call from The Meadows Apartments approving her public housing application, her life changed. “It literally saved me and my sons from the destitution of homelessness,” she said. The U.S. Army veteran, 44,...
Just 3 in 10 Latinos in Florida believe the country is headed in the right direction
New research from TelevisaUnivision Consumer Strategy & Insights has revealed that only 3 in 10 Latinos in Florida believe the country is headed in the right direction, underscoring the need for both Democratic and Republican campaigns to engage Latino voters with culturally resonant language and messaging. In that vein, the...
Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam to Retire Amid Department Challenges and Calls for Renewed Leadership
Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam has formally announced his intention to retire, effective October 31, after serving the Apopka Fire Department for a total of 22 years. His announcement was made on Tuesday, with Chief Wylam addressing colleagues, family, and elected officials at Fire Station No. 3 on Piedmont Wekiwa Road in Apopka. His tenure as chief, which began in 2019, came to be defined by a combination of department growth and several challenges, including the tragic on-duty death of firefighter Austin Duran in 2022, as reported by The Apopka Chief.
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