Florida Map Shows High School Dropout Rate by Area

High school in Melbourne, FL — Jesse Kunerth – Courtesy: Shutterstock The Florida counties that have the greatest rate of high school dropouts is depicted on a map. Newsweek determined which of Florida’s 67 counties had the greatest rate of dropouts by analyzing the most recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, which tracked the

Disney World Closes Resort; It Will Probably Close Permanently

Walt Disney World Resort Outdoor Scene — Courtesy: Annsley/Shutterstock A significant resort project has been shelved by Walt Disney World Resort, and this is probably not a one-time move. Many initiatives at Disney World have been abandoned throughout the years. They seem promising, grabbing people’s attention with their audacious plans and alluring ideas, but before

There once lived a powerful pirate on this Florida island. It is now for sale

Island pirate bungalows – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Anna Klepatckaya With a pirate past, this 7-acre island in Florida’s panhandle is being listed for millions of dollars. The island, which lies in Saint Joesph Bay off the coast of Port St. Joe, was formerly owned by “Black Sam Bellamy,” hence the fitting nickname “Black’s

Tijuana Flats, a Florida company, files for bankruptcy and closes 11 outlets

Tijuana Flats, Tex-Mex restaurant – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Pix Ellis Images According to a press statement, Tijuana Flats, a restaurant chain with locations in Central Florida, has declared the bankruptcy of 11 of its locations. With the goal of “revitalizing its restaurants and reinvigorating the customer experience,” the Tex-Mex brand has welcomed new

DeSantis changes Florida book challenge law after liberal activist fought for removal of Bible

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Hunter Crenian Republicans and Governor Ron DeSantis were forcibly and again warned by Democrats two years ago that a new law that would make it easier to challenge school texts was so broadly written that it would cause chaos throughout the state. They can now claim to

Thousands of People in Florida Resign from Their Jobs

Jobs – Woman tired at work — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: tairome According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), tens of thousands of Floridians resigned their employment in February, making it one of the states with the highest quit rates in the country. According to the figures, 35,000 more people

The frightening mystery behind Florida’s sinkhole

Sinkhole in Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock by Sherri_j’s_pics The state’s deepest point is a sinkhole filled with water called the “Mystery Sink,” located near Orange County’s northernmost tip. Furthermore, most cars have probably driven by it unnoticed because of its proximity to Interstate 4. The hourglass-shaped pit is estimated by the Orange County Regional History

Now, Florida allows two more insurance companies to operate

Property Insurance Market – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Alexander Raths Two more insurance companies have been given permission to join the Florida insurance market, according to a statement released by the Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) on Wednesday. With eight more insurance companies now operating in Florida, industry officials anticipate that this will increase

Trump supporters want to close deficit with Biden by raising $33 million at Florida event

Joe Biden – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by lev radin Wealthy GOP donors aim to raise over $33 million at a fundraiser next week for their presumptive nominee and the Republican National Committee, which would surpass the astounding $26 million that Mr. Biden raised in New York on Thursday. This is in response to former

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida passes legislation prohibiting minors under the age of 14 from using social media

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Hunter Crenian On Monday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that forbids minors under the age of 14 from using social media within the state. Before using a platform, children under the age of 14 or 15 must get their parent’s approval. Additionally, the HB3 bill