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Residents of South Florida protest in the wake of the contentious Venezuelan election results

Posted on by Chris J. | 6089 Views | 9 min read

Woman at Venezuelan voting booth – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Humberto Matheus In response to the controversial election results, Venezuelan expatriates reacted with calls for freedom resounding throughout South Florida on Monday. With 51 percent of the vote, Nicolás Maduro was declared the winner of the Venezuelan presidential election overnight, while Edmundo Gonzalez, according

Safety authorities are looking into a second low-flying Southwest Airlines incident, this time in Florida

Posted on by Melissa P | 15264 Views | 10 min read

Southwest Airlines Jet Plane – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by QualityHD A Southwest Airlines aircraft went down to a height of 150 feet (45 meters) over water while it was still approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) away from its planned landing location at the airport in Tampa, Florida. This incident is being looked into by

Ram Gets Patent for Pickup Truck Third-Row Jump Seats

Posted on by Terry R | 19246 Views | 17 min read

Dodge Ram – Photo Source: Stellantis Quick Overview There was a period when pickup trucks prioritized functionality above everything else. They had two doors, a bench seat, and a large gear shifter that stuck out of the floorboard. Back then, pickups were tough vehicles made for labor-intensive work and towing big loads. But things have

Due to people relocating from neighboring states, Florida’s population now exceeds 23 million for the first time

Posted on by Mike D. | 25144 Views | 6 min read

Population growth – Image: Driving on South Florida highway – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Julian Prizont-Cado According to state demographic projections, this year’s migration wave from neighboring states caused Florida’s population to surpass 23 million inhabitants for the first time. According to estimates provided earlier this month by the state Demographic Estimating Conference, Florida

Florida State, Clemson decide whether to leave the ACC by deadline

Posted on by Krystal S | 17375 Views | 8 min read

ACC Network – Florida State University fans gather for a FSU Seminole football game in Doak Campbell Stadium. — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Ruth Peterkin It seems Clemson and Florida State have made a definitive choice on their membership in the ACC, at least with regard to their near future in the conference, amidst the continuous

Florida’s working-class households face difficulties. Are state officials doing enough?

Posted on by Chris J. | 16444 Views | 34 min read

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by YES Market Media A recent United Way research reveals that over half of Florida households are working but still find it difficult to make ends meet. The report highlights the mounting financial pressures on Floridians. In 2022, the study’s focus year, 4 million of the

Allegiant launches eight new routes, many of which come from Florida

Posted on by Mike D. | 11869 Views | 4 min read

Allegiant Air plane in the sky – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Markus Mainka Eight new nonstop routes, including multiple new routes to Florida, have been announced by Allegiant Travel Co. to connect with thirteen locations nationwide. In November, the routes will begin service. “The addition of new routes is a testament to the success

What does Joe Biden leaving the race mean for Florida?

Posted on by Melissa P | 7844 Views | 11 min read

Joe Biden – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Crush Rush After weeks of conjecture, President Joe Biden declared on Sunday that he was withdrawing from the presidential contest, casting doubt on the results of the 2024 election. Right now, a lot is unknown. However, in Florida, at this early point, we can address a few

Residents of Florida can visit Universal Orlando Resort for free with a new ticket

Posted on by Krystal S | 16177 Views | 5 min read

General view of the Universal Studios Florida theme park – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Kamira With this special ticket offer, Universal Orlando is providing residents of Florida with unrestricted theme park entrance. Those who reside in Florida are eligible for a special ticket offer from Universal Orlando Resort. Through December 18, 2024, residents of

Donald Trump Faces Surprise in Florida Poll

Posted on by Simcha K | 8246 Views | 15 min read

Donald Trump speaking at rally – Courtesy: Shutterstock by Matt Smith A recent survey indicates that former President Donald Trump’s margins have shrunk in his home state of Florida. According to a Presidential Voting Intention survey conducted by Redfield & Wilton Strategies in collaboration with The Telegraph among 3,601 voters in swing states, Trump’s lead