LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. – Tony Calimano, founder of the NSi apparel company in Land O’ Lakes, has brought his vision for the community to life and gathered big-league talent to knock it out of the park. Opening Monday, NSi Field House offers baseball and…
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Florida Court Sentences Uzbekistan National To 19 Years For International Exchange Of CSAM
A Uzbekistan national was sentenced in Florida to 19 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for transportation of child sex abuse materials (CSAM). Sulton Nuriev, 39, Uzbekistan, pled guilty on September 26, 2023. According to court documents, on January 13,…
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Crime Revealed At New York Trump Trial, Although Not What You Might Think
The ongoing legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump has taken a dramatic turn, with his former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, making a stunning admission on the witness stand. In a highly anticipated cross-examination during the hush money trial in New York, Cohen revealed that…
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California Gov. Newsom Vs. Former President Trump On Guns: Looking At The Facts
An X (Twitter) discussion sparked by California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticizing Trump’s stance on gun laws led to debates on gun violence, abortion, and California’s political climate. The conversation included arguments on the leading causes of child deaths, the effectiveness of California’s gun laws, and…
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Iran At A Crossroads: The Fallout From President Ebrahim Raisi’s Death
The sudden passing of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has sent shockwaves through the geopolitical landscape, plunging the country into a period of uncertainty and transition. As the world grapples with the implications of this unexpected event, it is crucial to examine the potential ramifications for…
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Search For Missing Swimmer To Resume In Sarasota, Turtle Beach
SARASOTA, Fla. – The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) and the Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) responded to swimmers in distress at Turtle Beach, 8918 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota. SCFD personnel arrived first and observed two swimmers in distress. One swimmer was rescued; the other…
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Latest News
Florida Court Sentences Uzbekistan National To 19 Years For International Exchange Of CSAM
A Uzbekistan national was sentenced in Florida to 19 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for transportation of child sex abuse materials (CSAM). Sulton Nuriev, 39, Uzbekistan, pled guilty on September 26, 2023. According to court documents, on January 13,…
Crime Revealed At New York Trump Trial, Although Not What You Might Think
The ongoing legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump has taken a dramatic turn, with his former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, making a stunning admission on the witness stand. In a highly anticipated cross-examination during the hush money trial in New York, Cohen revealed that…
Cops And Crime
Florida Court Sentences Uzbekistan National To 19 Years For International Exchange Of CSAM
A Uzbekistan national was sentenced in Florida to 19 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for transportation of child sex abuse materials (CSAM). Sulton Nuriev, 39, Uzbekistan, pled guilty on September 26, 2023. According to court documents, on January 13,…
MacDill Air Force Base Contractor In Tampa, Florida, Arrested For Solicting Colorado Child For Sex
TAMPA, Fla. – The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Thursday arrested James Robert Bechtold, 33, of Valrico, for soliciting a minor online for sex. Bechtold is an information technology security (IT) specialist defense contractor. The Colorado State Police and the Air Force Office of…
Cold Case
Missing Brooksville Man Has Been Located And Is Safe
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. – Travis O’Neil has been located and is safe, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office requested the community’s assistance in locating a missing man. Deputies say Travis O’Neil was reported missing on May 17, 2024, but was…
Florida Agriculture
U.S. Forest Service Grants Aim To Curb Florida Wildfire Threats
The U.S. Forest Service said this week that $250,000 in federal funding was given to each of Jacksonville and Sarasota County as part of efforts to protect homes, businesses, and infrastructure from wildfires. Under the federal Community Wildfire Defense Grant program, 158 local governments nationwide,…
UF Scientist, Veteran Wins National Award For Program Connecting Military Personnel To Ag Careers
A veteran himself, University of Florida plant pathologist Gary Vallad wanted to give back to his comrades-in-arms. So, he and Simon Bollin started the Veterans Florida Agriculture Program (VFAP), which helps train veterans for jobs in that field. In 2017, Bollin, agribusiness development manager for…
Politics
Crime Revealed At New York Trump Trial, Although Not What You Might Think
The ongoing legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump has taken a dramatic turn, with his former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, making a stunning admission on the witness stand. In a highly anticipated cross-examination during the hush money trial in New York, Cohen revealed that…
Lottery
Florida Man Wins $1 Million On $5 Lottery Scratch-Off From Publix In Winter Haven
The Florida Lottery announced Friday that Carlos Cole, Sr., 53, of Winter Haven, claimed a $1 million top prize from the SEVEN FIGURES Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Cole chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $695,000.00. Cole purchased his…
Georgia Woman Wins Whopping $2 Million On Florida Lottery Monopoly Scratch-Off Game
The Florida Lottery announced Thursday that Lavoncis Armstrong, 64, of Riverdale, Georgia, claimed a $2 million top prize from the $10 MONOPOLY DOUBLER Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Armstrong chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,597,848.00. Armstrong purchased…
Florida Lottery Announces New Lineup Of Games For Grouper And Grouper Super Sampler
The Florida Lottery revealed Tuesday an enhanced series of games accompanying every GROUPER® and GROUPER® Super Sampler package play purchase. With these new games, players now have increased opportunities to win big while spending less! Unlock incredible value with each GROUPER package play, receiving $6…
Job News
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Substitute School Crossing Guards Across Polk County
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified men and women in Polk County who desire to work as substitute crossing guards this year. Substitute school crossing guards are needed in the following areas: Lakeland, Fort Meade, Bartow, Highland City, Lake Wales…
Florida Jobless Claims Decline
Florida last week saw a drop in first-time unemployment claims, though company notices filed with the state show some workers face layoffs. On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Labor released a report that estimated 5,680 unemployment applications were filed in Florida during the week ending…