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Community steps up to restock pet food pantry after shortage
WCJB - TV 20 News - Florida
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July 19, 2025
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The Humane Society of North Central Florida received a considerable amount of donations. Earlier this week the shelter had to turn away community members in need of pet food. With the effort from the local community the...
List of SNAP beneficiaries who will receive their Florida payment between July 21 and 27, 2025: Are you one of them?
MARCA
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July 19, 2025
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a crucial federal initiative administered in Florida by the Department of Children and Families (DCF), continues to be a cornerstone in helping low-income individuals and families acquire...
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says Alligator Alcatraz detainees have an out: Self-deportation
West Hawaii Today - Hawaii
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July 19, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday rebuffed criticism of poor conditions at Alligator Alcatraz, the immigrant detention center, by saying people housed there have the option to self-deport instead. DeSantis said the U.S. Department of...
Enjoy Live Entertainment by Saylor & The Captains Today With Top Tier Cuisine at Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill on Merritt Island
SpaceCoastDaily.com - Florida
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July 19, 2025
Dolphins is located 310 Lagoon Way in Merritt Island Have fun at Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill this Saturday night with live music from Saylor & The Captains: Hailing from the sun-soaked shores of Cocoa Beach, Florida, Saylor and the Captains...
Did Nicki Minaj reach out to Anna Paulina Luna? Candace Owens retweets the Florida rep, claiming “the feds run Hollywood”
Sportskeeda
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July 19, 2025
Recently, an online feud erupted between Nicki Minaj and SZA after the Anaconda artist accused SZA's manager and TDE president, Punch, of "bullying" her. TDE affiliate MackWop reacted to the situation during a livestream on July 16. As reported by...
14 Southern-Born Fast Food Chains That Made Their Mark Across America
The Daily Meal - New York
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July 19, 2025
Church's Texas Chicken was founded as simply Church's Chicken in San Antonio, Texas, in 1952. After over seven decades of success under their original moniker, the chain decided to add the Texas portion and come up with a catchy new motto:...
Florida Capitol "Good Trouble" protestors decry immigration detention centers
WFSU Public Media - Florida
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July 18, 2025
A group of protesters, most from left-wing groups, demonstrated outside of the Florida Capitol in Tallahassee Thursday. Their so-called “Good Trouble Protest” happened on the same day as rallies across the country—held in honor of late civil...
Florida senators reintroduce 'Flood Insurance Relief Act' to combat skyrocketing costs
FOX 35 Orlando - Florida
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Florida senators have reintroduced the "Flood Insurance Relief Act" to provide tax relief for Americans in the Sunshine State and beyond with a non-refundable tax deduction on flood insurance premiums paid through the National...
Florida family participates in new reality TV show
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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"Back to the Frontier" airs on Magnolia Network and HBO Max on Thursdays. Three families pit themselves against nature for eight weeks as 1880s homesteaders. The Jereme and Lina Hall of the Orlando area said they learned several things as a family...
Florida's 'Best Island': 5 things to do in Amelia Island this summer
The Florida Times-Union
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Travel + Leisure ranked Amelia Island No. 2 in the "Best Islands in the Continental U.S." for 2024. Activities on the island include relaxing on the beach, exploring the shops and restaurants of historic Fernandina Beach, and visiting Fort Clinch...
Head of major fast food chain is finally done with California as she decides to move family in huge blow to Gavin Newsom
Daily Mail
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July 19, 2025
By JOE HUTCHISON FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 01:42 EDT, 19 July 2025 | Updated: 02:06 EDT, 19 July 2025 The billionaire heiress of In-N-Out Burger said she is leaving California due to her ongoing issues with the Golden State as the company plans...
"Some things are bigger than sports": Florida fans meltdown over Billy Napier's noble pursuit to honor late father
Sportskeeda
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July 18, 2025
Florida Gators coach Billy Napier lost his father, Bill Napier, to ALS in 2017 when he was 60. Billy referred to him as “my hero,” and he continues to shape his life and values. Billy donated money to help create a new ALS research fellowship at...
Haines City backs off stricter food truck regulations amid pushback
The Ledger - Florida
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Haines City officials have paused plans for stricter food truck regulations after public concerns. Commissioners voted to revise existing codes instead of creating new restrictions. The city attorney will revise current ordinances to align with...
When does school start in Central Florida? Here's your 'back-to-school' guide
WESH 2 - Florida
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July 18, 2025
The back-to-school season can be stressful for most parents, but we have put together a guide for our Central Florida families.Below are the 2025-2026 academic start and end dates for each school district and some back-to-school events in Central...
Skip the flight to Europe: These Florida spots deliver the vibes
Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida
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Explore various Florida locations offering Spanish, Greek, French, Caribbean, and Cuban influences. From historic St. Augustine to the beaches of Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach, Florida offers diverse cultural experiences. Discover unique...
Healthy food cafe Toastique opens Saturday in Newtown Square
Delaware County Daily Times - Pennsylvania
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July 18, 2025
NEWTOWN TOWNSHIP — With healthy food options for breakfast, lunch and in-between, Toastique, a popular gourmet toast, juice and coffee bar, will open Saturday in the Ellis Preserve at 108 Squire Drive, Newtown Square. Toastique brings a fresh and...
Scientists will use a $1M grant to build a support system addressing sea level rise and flooding in South Florida
EurekAlert!
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A team of University of Florida scientists has been awarded a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to tackle one of South Florida’s most urgent environmental threats: groundwater flooding and saltwater intrusion caused by sea...
Flesh-eating bacteria kills 4 in Florida, health officials warn
United Press International (UPI)
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Four people in Florida have died and seven others have been sickened this year by a rare but potentially deadly bacterial infection known as Vibrio vulnificus, state health officials confirmed. The bacteria, often referred to as "flesh-eating,"...
How do Florida’s cardrooms compare to those in other states?
Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine
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July 18, 2025
Florida is known for many attractions and traits that have made it iconic around the world. However, unless you’re a local and a card player, a prominent feature of the state that isn’t well known outside of it is how many cardrooms it has. While...
'Alligator Alcatraz': DeSantis says Florida's immigration detention center has 'zero impact' on Everglades
FOX 35 Orlando - Florida
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Friday morning in Marco Island where he announced a new EAA Reservoir Agreement with the United States Army. During the press conference, DeSantis was asked about "Alligator Alcatraz's" impact...