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Dec 24 2024POLITICS

Supporters in Matt Gaetz's Old District Stand by Him Despite New Allegations

In the wake of new allegations against Congressman Matt Gaetz, some supporters in his former Florida district are backing him up. Sandra L. Atkinson, a former Republican Party chair from Okaloosa County, called Gaetz a "darn good congressman" and said he never let critics, whom she referred to as "h

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

North Carolina Basketball: On the Rebound

North Carolina's basketball team is facing some bumps in the road this season. They've clocked in four losses in their first ten games, which isn't what they hoped for. Losing top players like Armando Bacot and Harrison Ingram has made things tough. But it's not like they've been losing to any old t

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Dec 17 2024CRIME

Everglades Airboat Mishap: Youth Football Team’s Florida Trip Turns Tragic

Last week, a troubling incident unfolded in Florida’s Everglades. Two airboats carrying members of a Bay Area youth football and cheer team, along with their parents, collided during a tour. This event left several people injured, casting a shadow over their trip to the American Youth Football & Che

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Nov 30 2024BUSINESS

Florida Condo Owners: A New Hope with Developer Buyouts

Florida’s condo market is facing a big change. By the end of this year, condo associations must have a structural reserve study done. This means finding out how much money is needed for repairs and maintenance over the next 10 years. It’s a lot of money, sometimes in the millions. Condo owners will

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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

Florida Gators' Saved $27 Million: A Turning Point for Recruitment?

Billy Napier, the head coach of the Florida Gators, has been under scrutiny, but a recent decision might change the game for the team's future. The university opted not to fire Napier, which means they're saving a significant amount of money — $27 million, to be exact. This money isn't going to wast

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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

Tigers Struggling: Experts Chat About LSU's Loss

Ever wondered what happens when a team hits a rough patch? Well, LSU Tigers are in the middle of one, having lost three games straight! Sports experts Michael Cauble from 104. 5 ESPN, Matt Moscona, and Shea Dixon from On3 are sitting down to talk about LSU's recent road loss to the Florida Gators. C

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Florida Voters Reject Abortion Rights Amendment

In Florida's 2024 election, a ballot measure aimed at enshrining abortion rights in the state's constitution fell short. Known as Amendment 4, the proposal needed 60% voter approval to pass, but it didn't make the cut. This is a significant loss for reproductive rights advocates in a state that tend

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Florida Lawmakers May Fight Back if Voters Pass Marijuana and Abortion Amendments

Voters in Florida might soon have a say on two big issues — legalizing recreational marijuana and protecting abortion rights. But here’s the tricky part: lawmakers in the state might not be too happy if these changes happen. They could try to make the new laws really tough to follow. For instance,

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Oct 15 2024WEATHER

Florida's Weather Shift: What to Expect This Fall

Florida has seen its fair share of hurricanes this season. As we move into November, the weather is changing. The hurricane season officially ends on November 30, and while the tropics are still active, Florida is no longer in the main storm path. There's been some chatter about a new tropical syste

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Oct 13 2024WEATHER

Florida's Hurricane Double Whammy: Rebuilding and Acceptance

Florida residents are no strangers to hurricanes. But two strong storms, Helene and Milton, hitting close together? That's a first for many. The Bahia Vista Gulf condominium complex in Venice faced a tough task. After cleaning up from Hurricane Helene, they had to start all over again with Hurricane

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