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Florida expects season’s coldest air this weekend
Weather
— 4d
A cold front moving across Florida late this week is expected to bring the coolest air of the fall so far, with breezy conditions and weekend highs mostly in the 60s to low 70s. Overnight lows could reach the 40s in Central and Southwest Florida and the mid-50s in South Florida, with rain chances diminishing after the front passes.
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Elena Vasquez
Breezy 60s during the day sounds fine but I hope the rain stays away like they say.
WCK Serves Meals Amid Historic Central Florida Flooding
Weather
— Nov 4, 2026
Historic rainfall and flooding across Central Florida and the Treasure Coast left roads and homes inundated, damaged vehicles, and some residents without power or access to food; World Central Kitchen and local volunteers are delivering meals and helping affected communities. Drier weather is expected to aid recovery, though floodwater and damaged roads remain hazardous as water levels recede.
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Late-Week Fronts Bring Cold, Storms Across U.S.
Weather
— Nov 5, 2026
November weather varies by region: unseasonable warmth is forecast in northeast Wisconsin and central Alberta, while Louisiana faces persistent dry conditions amid severe drought. South Florida is expecting pleasant weather but elevated king tides that could cause coastal flooding.
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Record Rainfall Causes Severe Flooding Across Florida
Weather
— Oct 31, 2026
Heavy rain is affecting Central Florida, with downpours expected through Monday and localized flooding possible, especially north and west of Orlando. Northeast Florida and Miami are also forecast to see rain and hazardous coastal conditions, including rough surf and strong rip currents.
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US Forces Shoot Down Iranian Attack Drones Targeting Middle Eastern Country
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 7h
Donalds Prioritizes Affordability in Florida Governor Race
Politics
— Nov 2, 2026
Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds made affordability—including insurance costs and permitting delays—a central Election Day message, promising reforms if elected. In Georgia, candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson offered contrasting cost-of-living proposals, including suspending grocery taxes and raising teacher pay versus tax relief, lower health costs and investment in rural agriculture.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Teams Chase Championships, NCAA Tournament Bids
Sports
— Nov 4, 2026
Eagle River’s boys and girls swim teams enter Alaska’s state championships after winning regional titles, while five Orlando-area girls volleyball teams pursue Florida state championships. Princeton tennis players are competing for additional NCAA tournament berths, and Central Maine Community College’s women’s cross-country and volleyball teams are headed to USCAA nationals.
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Made in the Shade Nears 30 Years of Central Florida Landscaping
Made in the Shade
— Oct 21, 2026
Lakeland landscaping company Made in the Shade, founded in 1997, is nearing 30 years in business and highlighted its Central Florida residential services, including recurring lawn care and one-time landscaping installations.
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Garden Tours, Walks Offered Across Five Locations
Lifestyle
— Oct 27, 2026
Garden outings range from free guided tours of Florida-friendly and native plants in Cape Coral and Central Florida to a self-guided, prize-themed garden walk in Yuma. Other options include free admission windows at San Francisco’s Japanese Tea Garden and a Missouri attraction featuring a tropical dome and extensive gardens.
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Jolly Rallies Gainesville Voters in Tight Governor Race
Byron Donalds
— Oct 27, 2026
Florida’s governor’s race is described as a close contest between Democrat David Jolly and Republican Byron Donalds, with affordability a central concern and both candidates promising relief on taxes and insurance costs. At a Gainesville rally, Jolly urged voters to turn out and emphasized education, health care affordability and local control.
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White House Officials Clash as Nvidia Affair Raises National Security Questions
A reported clash between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick erupted inside the White House Situation Room as officials debated the handling of a company allegedly connected to a suspected Chinese spy. According to Fox News , the confrontation followed reports that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had an affair with Alice Huang, an executive at Singapore-based Megaspeed I
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South Florida Faces Flooding, Heavy Rain
Weather
— Oct 20, 2026
Central Florida should remain mostly dry and pleasant, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s and only isolated coastal showers. Increasing winds later in the week could worsen already rough surf, raising risks of rip currents, beach erosion and coastal flooding as rain chances rise over the weekend.
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Florida jobless rate falls to 4.4 percent but business uncertainty rises
Finance
— Oct 16, 2026
Florida’s unemployment rate fell to 4.4% in September for a fourth straight monthly decline, with joblessness also easing in the Miami and North Central regions. However, the number of unemployed Floridians remained higher than a year earlier, and small-business owners cited economic uncertainty and labor availability as concerns.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Candidates make election pitches across local forums
Politics
— Oct 19, 2026
Candidates in races across Rhode Island, Wisconsin, Florida and North Carolina used debates and public forums to address voters. In Nevada, candidates made their case as early voting began, with affordability a central campaign issue.
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Buc-ee’s Travel Center Joins Health and Housing Projects in Four States
Business
— Oct 27, 2026
Orlando’s Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida is breaking ground on a 105,000-square-foot Center for Women and Families, expected to expand service capacity by 40% to 50%. The facility will add short-term and bridge-housing beds and bring health care and other support services together, with $19.5 million from Orange County and $10 million from Orlando among its funding.
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Five U.S. Bookstores House Vast, Varied Collections
Lifestyle
— Oct 21, 2026
Across the country, distinctive bookstores invite visitors to linger among vast collections of new, used and rare books, from a historic bank in Los Angeles to welcoming neighborhood shops in New Jersey, Seattle and South Carolina. A Central Florida store adds a feline touch, with resident cats Poe and Dickens carrying on the tradition of longtime shop cat Ink.
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Out: Republican Dumbness. In: Democrat Dumbness. Always: Uniparty Dumbness
Seton Motley · 7 min · 7h
Central Florida Candidates Split on Property Tax Amendment
Third Amendment to the United States Constitution
— Oct 16, 2026
Candidates in Manatee County-area legislative races are divided over Amendment 3: opponents warn it could restrict local funding, threaten amenities and weaken home rule, while supporters say it offers homeowners tax relief and local governments can adjust spending without cutting essential services. They also discussed protecting waterways and managing development, with several emphasizing local control and environmental safeguards.
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What hobby should you actually pick up?
Quizie
— Quiz
Not another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.
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Florida State expected to host Central Arkansas
Ashton Daniels
— Sep 23, 2026
Florida State faces Central Arkansas after squandering a 21-point lead in a loss to Alabama, with the matchup offering a chance to rebound and potentially get backup quarterbacks Malachi Marshall and Kevin Sperry into the game. Marshall appears to have an edge in the competition, while Ashton Daniels’ recent interceptions have fueled calls to evaluate other options.
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Florida Officials Remove 13-Foot Alligator After Deadly River Attack
Orlando, Florida
— Jul 1, 2026
An Orlando woman has been identified as the victim of a fatal alligator attack that occurred while she was swimming in a Central Florida river, prompting wildlife officials to issue renewed warnings about dangerous…
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Drier Air Brings Sunshine Across Florida
Weather
— Oct 11, 2026
Central Florida is turning sunnier, drier and less humid after days of rain, with warm afternoons and low rain chances through midweek. Showers and storms may return late in the week and into the weekend as moisture increases and a cold front approaches; rougher beach and boating conditions are also possible.
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Popular Florida Restaurant Pulls Bud Light From Menu, Cites Direct Opposition to Biblical Faith
Opinion
— Apr 19, 2023
A popular Central Florida restaurant is taking a stand for faith and ending its relationship with Bud Light in response to the beer brand’s partnership with a transgender TikTok star to sell its product. The management…
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Video Shows Family’s Terrifying Escape as Brooklyn Building Collapses
Newly released footage from inside a Brooklyn apartment shows a family scrambling for safety as their building suddenly began collapsing, killing eight people and leaving at least 17 others injured. According to Fox News , the three-story structure in the Flatbush neighborhood gave way Wednesday, triggering a major emergency response as firefighters and rescue crews searched through the debris for
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Florida Woman Accused of Dunking 6-Year-Old Underwater at Hotel Pool Arrested
Florida-Based
— Dec 23, 2025
What began as a chaotic afternoon at a luxury resort pool in central Florida ended with police taking a woman into custody after a 6-year-old boy was allegedly shoved underwater during a confrontation between children…
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Allies of DeSantis, Disney Reach Agreement
Reporting
— Mar 27, 2024
Disney and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District reached a settlement Wednesday regarding who controls the special governing district surrounding the Walt Disney World Resort, Fox Business reported. The tourism…
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Undefeated Clarke Central faces North Oconee in Athens-area showdown
Athens
— Sep 3, 2026
High school football is underway nationwide with Week 3 Athens updates featuring Clarke Central vs North Oconee, Nebraska area results including South Loup’s 40-6 win, and Texas and Florida markets highlighting Fort Worth-area scores and Big Bend action with Pensacola Catholic at Godby live coverage.
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Dana Whitfield
Pensacola Catholic at Godby is the game I'm watching tonight, Big Bend football has some real talent this year.
Chilling Note Foreshadows Violence After NFL Night Turns Deadly
National Football League
— Dec 27, 2025
Investigators in Central Florida say a handwritten note discovered inside a Lakeland home is shedding light on the turmoil that preceded a deadly domestic shooting tied to alcohol, drugs, and a night of NFL viewing…
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Gaetz Associate Pleads Guilty To 6 Federal Charges
Reporting
— May 17, 2021
Joel Greenberg, a longtime associate of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), pleaded guilty to six federal charges. The Florida politician is a central figure in the investigation into allegations against Gaetz surrounding sex…
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Feds Launch Investigation Into State’s Largest Teachers Union
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 7h
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