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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.
Winter Garden introduces new grant program for nonprofits
The city of Winter Garden is rolling out a new grant program that will support local nonprofits that are focused on supporting initiatives for the good of the community. The Nonprofit Grant Program, in partnership with the Central Florida Foundation, will issue grants to organizations that enhance community support and family stability, promote economic empowerment and sustainable development, and prioritize health and wellness support for residents.
Clermont Resident Sha’Carri Richardson Heads to 2024 Paris Olympics
CLERMONT, Fla. — Sha’Carri Richardson, the dynamic sprinter who grew up in Texas and now calls Clermont home, is set to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Richardson qualified at the U.S. Track & Field Olympic Trials in Oregon, securing her place in the Women’s 100-meter and 200-meter races, as well as the 4×100-meter relay.
Orlando construction company owner pleads guilty to $8M wire fraud scheme
ORLANDO, Fla. (CBS12) — An Orlando woman pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud after investigators uncovered a nearly $8 million scheme. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) said on Wednesday, Wendy Cudemo-Gamez registered a construction company she owned with the state. The company claimed to provide construction services and labor to contractors. However, according to the plea agreement, Cudemo-Gamez also used the company to engage in a scheme to defraud worker's compensation insurance providers.
Orlando Pride, Ally Watt agree to new deal through 2025 season
ORLANDO, Fla. (July 17, 2024) — Orlando Pride has signed forward Ally Watt to a new contract that will keep the forward in Orlando through the 2025 season, with a mutual option for 2026, it was announced today. “Over the last couple years, we have really seen Ally grow...
Florida Democratic Party calls Tuesday’s FL GOP speeches at RNC a ‘circus’
Quality Journalism for Critical Times The Florida Democratic Party called Tuesday evening’s Republican National Convention speeches from Gov. Ron DeSantis and Sens. Rick Scott and Marco Rubio “a clown show” and a “circus.” “The Republican Party can preach ‘unity’ all night long but the only thing they are united on is sending America backwards,” Democrati chair Nikki Fried said in […] The post Florida Democratic Party calls Tuesday’s FL GOP speeches at RNC a ‘circus’ appeared first on Florida Phoenix.
Rise of Florida insurance property costs affecting local homeowners
Local homeowners are feeling like they are caught in a storm of rising insurance costs and soaring premiums. The issue is driven by a perfect storm of natural disasters, fraud and insurers fleeing the state. No one is happy about paying more money. It’s hard enough to afford to buy...
Voters in 11 states could decide on abortion ballot measures in Nov., with measures confirmed in six states, and signature verification pending in another five
Voters in six states—Colorado, Florida, Maryland, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota—will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in Nov. 2024. Initiatives are pending signature verification in five states—Arizona, Arkansas, Missouri, Montana, and Nebraska. This report provides the most recent updates on abortion-related ballot measure certifications and potential...
Local Arts Group Among Five Finalists for Winter Park Health Foundation Grant
Central Florida Vocal Arts (CFVA) is among five nonprofits to receive a total of $250,000 from Winter Park Health Foundation‘s Well Together Grant Awards Challenge, aimed at finding solutions to critical youth health issues in Winter Park, Eatonville, and Maitland. The process began in March with an open call...
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
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