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Florida’s long-awaited budget cuts spending, saves money for future downturns
Tampa Bay Times - Florida
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TALLAHASSEE — After weeks of infighting and stalled negotiations, Florida’s legislative leaders released a slimmed-down budget for the next fiscal year on Friday. The $115.1 billion spending plan is supposed to limit what lawmakers say has been a...
‘Cultivating effective citizens’: Florida State’s novel civics program
WorldNetDaily
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June 14, 2025
“Liberty is the lifeblood of America, but it flourishes only when citizens understand the ideas that sustain it,” says Ryan Owens, the director of the Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State University. The problem according to Owens...
This Georgia island was just named the most underrated travel destination in the U.S.
The Manual - Oregon
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June 14, 2025
Looking for a beach getaway without the crowds? U.S. News & World Report has just named St. Simons Island, Georgia, the most underrated travel destination in the country. As part of its annual Best Vacations rankings, the outlet evaluated more...
Florida sheriff fires off blunt message to violent anti-Trump protesters: 'We will kill you graveyard dead'
Fox News
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June 14, 2025
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a warning to protesters planning on attacking law enforcement ahead of nationwide "No Kings Protests" on June 12, 2025. (Credit: Brevard County Sheriff's Office)...
Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami into Club World Cup opener as global spotlight lands on South Florida’s ambitious MLS project
TDPel Media
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June 14, 2025
When Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami, the football world didn’t just notice—it zoomed in. From Hollywood stars to local die-hard fans, everyone’s watching what David Beckham’s MLS creation has become. Now, that spotlight’s getting even brighter as...
Here are all the tax cuts included in the Florida Legislature’s budget this year
Florida Politics
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June 14, 2025
On the 102 days of negotiations about what taxes in Florida to slash, legislative leaders unveiled almost its tax package for the coming fiscal year. Nearly $1.3 billion in savings were included, some with revenue costs in the hundreds of millions...
Peter Doocy Reveals If He’d Follow Dad Steve After His Move to Florida
Us Weekly
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June 14, 2025
Growing up, Peter Doocy remembers starting each and every morning by watching his dad, Steve Doocy, on TV. But in May, Steve, 68, announced he was leaving Fox News’ curvy couch in New York City to move to Florida, where he would cohost Fox &...
Are ICE immigration agents targeting the FIFA Club World Cup games? Why a South Florida official finds that 'troubling.'
The Palm Beach Post - Florida
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A CBP agent's presence at a FIFA Club World Cup event caused concern and prompted a statement from Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Mayor Levine Cava expressed concern, emphasizing the importance of making all community members feel...
NASCAR has travel trouble on the way to Mexico City
Chattanooga Times Free Press - Tennessee
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June 14, 2025
MEXICO CITY — Trackhouse Racing driver Shane Van Gisbergen was buckled into his seat, ready to head to Mexico City for NASCAR's first international Cup Series race of the modern era when a loud "BOOM!" suddenly forced the pilot to abort takeoff....
Kangaroo on the loose in Florida city highlights problems with exotic pets
Tampa Bay Times - Florida
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The stunning sight of a kangaroo hopping down a busy St. Cloud road made headlines last month and, for the animal sanctuary that took in the wayward marsupial, provided another reminder that ordinary people owning exotic animals is not always easy...
Florida lawmakers agree on tax package that aids back-to-school shoppers and businesses
WUSF - Florida
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June 14, 2025
Florida would hold a sales tax “holiday” each August for back-to-school items, while sales taxes would be eliminated on commercial leases and such things as hurricane supplies and sunscreen, under a tax package that House and Senate leaders...
After Stark Warning From DeSantis, Let's See How Florida Protestors Blocking The Road Treated A Green Light
OutKick - Tennessee
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June 14, 2025
Another win for Ron DeSantis! PublishedJune 14, 2025 10:01 AM EDT•UpdatedJune 14, 2025 10:01 AM EDT Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link Happy No Kings Day to all who celebrate! And that's mostly the lunatic Dems, who organized this dumb protest. The...
Florida tax package aids back-to-school shoppers, businesses
WKMG 6 - Florida
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June 14, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida would hold a sales-tax “holiday” each August for back-to-school items, while sales taxes would be eliminated on commercial leases and such things as hurricane supplies and sunscreen, under a tax package that House and...
Florida AG ready to deploy state guard to California, but must await governor's consent
WEAR - Florida
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PENSACOLA, Fla. -- With Marines on the ground amid the unrest in Los Angeles, more troops could be coming from Florida. Attorney General James Uthmeier recently said he's prepared to send Florida State Guard troops, if the federal government calls...
Kangaroo hopping around Florida road highlights problems with exotic pets
The Columbian - Washington State
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ORLANDO, Fla. — The stunning sight of a kangaroo hopping down a busy St. Cloud road made headlines last month and, for the animal sanctuary that took in the wayward marsupial, provided another reminder that ordinary people owning exotic animals is...
Averitt elevates Justin Burkett to vice president of sales for Florida, Puerto Rico
The Trucker
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June 13, 2025
post Home > Business > Averitt elevates Justin Burkett to vice president of sales for Florida, Puerto Rico Reading Time: < 1 minute COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt is announcing the promotion of Justin Burkett to regional vice president of sales for...
IV Therapy and Immigration Medical Exams Are Getting a High-Tech Makeover in Florida
TechBullion
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June 14, 2025
Share Share Share Share Email Feeling run-down or preparing for your green card? More people across South Florida are now turning to local clinics that combine advanced technology with the lowest prices for affordable IV therapy and immigration...
Florida State's Novel Civics Program
Zero Hedge
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Authored by Mike Sabo via RealClearEducation, “Liberty is the lifeblood of America, but it flourishes only when citizens understand the ideas that sustain it,” says Ryan Owens, the director of the Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida...
$2 billion Florida luxury condo project reeling in buyers, developer says
Tampa Bay Times - Florida
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FORT LAUDERDALE — A tanned and toned crowd sipping on mocktails crowded around an oversized miniature replica of The St. Regis Resort & Residences hotel and luxury condo towers coming to Bahia Mar. They snapped photos. They recorded video. They...
Magic Blockbuster Trade Idea Unexpectedly Sends 2-Time NBA Champion To Orlando
Sports Illustrated - New York
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June 14, 2025
Feb 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) and forward Franz Wagner (22) celebrate after a basket against the Golden State Warriors in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn...