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Orange County arts and cultural affairs board quietly removes ‘diversity’ from its mission statement

Orlando Weekly - Florida · May 30, 2025

click to enlarge Lesser-known artists who focus their projects on minority communities, but who have fewer connections in Orange County’s arts and culture scene, could soon face a harder time securing government arts grants moving forward. The...

John Thrasher: Local political giant, ex-FSU president, dies

Clay Today - Florida ·

CLAY COUNTY – John Thrasher, the former Florida State University president, giant in Florida politics, decorated U.S. Army veteran and former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives who helped secure funding for the Thrasher-Horne Center...

1 gas station in cities throughout Hillsborough County had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 24

West Hillsborough News - Florida · May 30, 2025

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Hillsborough County...

Seacoast makes play for Florida retirees in latest deal

American Banker - New York · May 30, 2025

Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida is making a $710.8 million play for entrée into the largest retirement community in the United States. The Stuart, Florida-based company plans to buy Villages Bancorp., a $4.1 billion-asset institution that...

Creator of popular Mike's Weather Page makes landfall in Bay County

Panama City News Herald - Florida ·

Mike Boylan, a popular weather influencer known as Mike's Weather Page, recently visited Panama City and was interviewed by WKGC. Boylan, a Florida native, started his weather website during the 2004 hurricane season while attending the University...

Tourist Attractions in Florida

PlanetWare ·

Written by Lana Law Updated May 30, 2025 Some of the world's greatest amusement parks, stunning soft-sand beaches, unique national parks, and an array of interesting tourist attractions make Florida one of the most visited states in America....

18 Holes in the High Country

High Country NC - North Carolina ·

North Carolina’s tourism slogan for many years was “Variety Vacationland.” The state boasts a great coastal region, rolling hills, urban piedmont and the majestic mountains. In the winter, you could walk in the ocean in the morning, play 18 holes...

ICE detains over 100 in one of Florida's largest immigration raids

AOL ·

More than 100 people were detained in one of Florida's largest single-day immigration raids at a Tallahassee construction site on May 29 in what was described as a panicked scene with some law enforcement wearing face coverings and camouflage....

Making Good Trouble: How HIV Prevention Cuts Are Impacting Local Orgs and Life-Saving Services | Opinion

Out South Florida ·

Amidst the chaos and current political firestorm we are experiencing, funding cuts coming from all directions are the latest hurdle. One area that has received numerous devastating blows is HIV-prevention efforts. In early March, the HIV...

Disabled veteran fights homeowners association lawsuit over flagpole in Florida yard

Fox News ·

A homeowners association is suing a veteran over flying an American flag on a flagpole in his front yard. (WOFL-TV) A disabled veteran in Volusia County, Florida, is at the center of a heated dispute with his homeowners association (HOA) over a...

Gov. DeSantis in Jupiter: Florida is better prepared for hurricanes

The Palm Beach Post - Florida ·

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis urges residents to prepare for hurricane season, emphasizing the state's improved storm readiness. DeSantis hopes for a tax-free holiday on hurricane supplies once the state budget is finalized. DeSantis advised residents...

It's happening: Southwest Florida is one step closer to getting a Buc-ee's

Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida ·

Buc-ee the Beaver is one step closer to building his newest dam in Southwest Florida. The Charlotte County Commission approved three zoning changes this week, clearing the way for a new Buc-ee’s mega gas station and convenience store in Port...

ICE detains over 100 people in one of Florida's largest…

USA Today - Virginia ·

ICE and Florida Highway Patrol detained over 100 people in Tallahassee, Florida, on May 29, 2025. An ICE raid occurred at a construction site near Florida State University's Doak Campbell Stadium. ICE stated the raid was a targeted enforcement...

Officials sworn in at Panama City's 2025 inauguration | Photos

Panama City News Herald - Florida ·

The rotunda of City Hall during Panama City, Florida's inauguration for new and returning city officials on May 28, 2025.Dylan Gentile/The News HeraldNewly elected Ward 1 Commissioner Robbie Hughes at Panama City, Florida's inauguration for new...

TRAFFIC CAM: Tornado takes a spin along busy Florida intersection

CBS 12 - Florida ·

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A traffic camera in St. Johns County caught a swirling twister sharing the frame with commuters on Thursday. The tornado was recorded traveling on St. Johns Parkway South, barreling beside a busy intersection. In...

Former Florida State President John Thrasher passes away following cancer diagnosis

WTXL Tallahassee - Florida · May 30, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, FL — Former Florida State President and former Senator John Thrasher has passed away following cancer diagnosis. In April, The Southern Group, Florida, which Thrasher was a co-founder of, announced that he had been diagnosed with...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Miami-Dade County in week ending May 24?

South Miami-Dade News - Florida · May 30, 2025

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Miami-Dade County...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Broward County in week ending May 24?

Central Broward News - Florida · May 30, 2025

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Broward County selling...

Taylor Swift Steps Out for Dinner with Dakota Johnson in N.Y.C. After Supporting Boyfriend Travis Kelce in Florida

People - New York ·

NEED TO KNOW Taylor Swift stepped out for dinner with Dakota Johnson at Via Carota on Thursday, May 29 in New York The two were joined by their brothers, Austin Swift and Jesse Johnson The singer was in Florida the previous weekend supporting...

Cheapest diesel in cities across Pasco County in week ending May 24

Pasco Reporter - Florida · May 30, 2025

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Pasco County selling...