SARASOTA, Fla. – The body of the missing 23-year-old male, Jose Daniel Venta Ciro, of Sarasota, was recovered late Monday afternoon in the area of 9150 Blind Pass Rd. on Siesta Key. A passing boater notified the sheriff’s office, which was already conducting recovery efforts…
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Unraveling The Truth: How U.S. Taxpayer Funds Benefit The Taliban-Controlled Government In Afghanistan
The collapse of the Afghan government in August 2021 and the Taliban’s return to power have presented the United States with a complex and challenging situation. As the largest international donor supporting the Afghan people, the U.S. government has continued to provide substantial humanitarian and…
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Achieving Retirement In Biden’s America: Surging Expectations And Widening Savings Gaps
Americans’ perceptions of a financially secure retirement have undergone a seismic shift, with the amount deemed necessary for a comfortable post-career life skyrocketing to unprecedented levels. According to Northwestern Mutual’s 2024 Planning & Progress Study, the average individual now believes they’ll need a staggering $1.46…
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Tampa Police Arrest Loitering 18-Year-Old Man In SoHo With Stolen Gun
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police Officers recovered two guns, one of which was reported stolen, and arrested an 18-year-old for carrying a concealed firearm. According to investigators, on Saturday, at approximately 10:30 pm, Tampa Police Officers were conducting proactive patrols in the South Howard area.…
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The Contentious ICC Arrest Warrants: Biden And Netanyahu’s Clash Over Gaza War Crimes
The International Criminal Court (ICC) made a decision to seek arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza. This has sparked a major diplomatic clash with the Biden administration. As the United States has…
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5 Members Of Multi-State Gas Pump Skimming Device And Fuel Theft Ring Arrested In Florida
Five individuals in Florida have been charged with conspiracy, four counts of wire fraud, 15 counts of access device fraud, and three counts of aggravated identity theft. The following individuals have been charged in the indictment in connection with their participation in a multi-state gas…
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Clearwater Beach Voted Among Best Memorial Day Destinations For Families, Survey Reveals
On Memorial Day, families across the U.S. come together to honor those who have served and sacrificed for their country. Like many other holidays, Memorial Day is often marked by gatherings of multiple generations – kids, parents, and grandparents – celebrating with backyard barbecues or…
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Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Measure For Pregnancy, Parenting Website
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a contentious measure that directs the Florida Department of Health to set up a website that provides “information and links to certain pregnancy and parenting resources,” the governor’s office announced Sunday. The bill (HB 415) will require the Department…
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Unraveling The Truth: How U.S. Taxpayer Funds Benefit The Taliban-Controlled Government In Afghanistan
The collapse of the Afghan government in August 2021 and the Taliban’s return to power have presented the United States with a complex and challenging situation. As the largest international donor supporting the Afghan people, the U.S. government has continued to provide substantial humanitarian and…
Achieving Retirement In Biden’s America: Surging Expectations And Widening Savings Gaps
Americans’ perceptions of a financially secure retirement have undergone a seismic shift, with the amount deemed necessary for a comfortable post-career life skyrocketing to unprecedented levels. According to Northwestern Mutual’s 2024 Planning & Progress Study, the average individual now believes they’ll need a staggering $1.46…
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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
Unraveling The Truth: How U.S. Taxpayer Funds Benefit The Taliban-Controlled Government In Afghanistan
The collapse of the Afghan government in August 2021 and the Taliban’s return to power have presented the United States with a complex and challenging situation. As the largest international donor supporting the Afghan people, the U.S. government has continued to provide substantial humanitarian and…
Achieving Retirement In Biden’s America: Surging Expectations And Widening Savings Gaps
Americans’ perceptions of a financially secure retirement have undergone a seismic shift, with the amount deemed necessary for a comfortable post-career life skyrocketing to unprecedented levels. According to Northwestern Mutual’s 2024 Planning & Progress Study, the average individual now believes they’ll need a staggering $1.46…
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…