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Florida lawmakers are facing difficult decisions as concerns grow that budget delays could lead to cuts in school funding across the state. What does this mean for families, teachers, and students? On this episode of The Florida Daily Show, host Lindsey Randall speaks with Florida Independent University President Emeritus Dr. Ed Moore to uncover the real story behind the headlines. They discuss declining public school enrollment, the rise of school choice and vouchers, and why school districts are failing to prepare for a more competitive, market-driven education system. As education in Florida continues to change, this conversation explores what’s next…

Many Florida Republicans believe the 2026 gubernatorial race is a foregone conclusion after nearly three decades of Florida government dominance. Here are 10 reasons why the race may not be as easy as many Republicans think. If Republicans aren’t careful, they could find themselves in hotly contested states that they currently consider safely red. 1. Republicans lead Democrats in voter registration in Florida, but that could easily be overturned by independents. Republicans like to point to Florida’s roughly 1.5 million registered voter advantage over Democrats as evidence that the state is deep red and a safe bet. it’s not. On…

Q: Many of my landscape plants were damaged by the cold, and although many will recover, I don’t like the look of my brown shrubs. What low-lying shrubs were not damaged by February’s freeze? A: Many gardeners like you don’t appreciate the look of brown landscapes. Unfortunately, the plants most affected were the colorful dwarf schefflera, croton, and ti plants. There are few colorful alternatives. The Indian hawthorn that is in full bloom now has white to pinkish flowers. Grows about 4 feet tall and about the same width. Gardeners have used it as a hedge and as a foundation…

To riff on the “Peter Pan” song, they fly, fly, fly, fly, fly. Walt Disney World has added a new aerial element to Magic Kingdom’s “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” parade. A tribute to the 1953 film set in Neverland, this float features Peter Pan and Wendy Darling taking flight thanks to some wire-related magic. The routine is like a bit of an aerial ballet (not Ariel, the wrong movie), with spinning choreography by the duo hanging above an illuminated view of London, including Big Ben. After months of fan speculation, the stunt debuted on the theme park’s streets…

MIAMI — South Florida’s role as a major international gateway will once again expand as American Airlines prepares to resume nonstop flights between Miami and Venezuela for the first time in nearly seven years. Aviation Week reports that the airline plans to begin daily flights between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Caracas’ Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) as early as April 30, pending final government approval and operational readiness. The route will be operated by Envoy Air, a regional subsidiary of American Airlines operating under the American Eagle brand, using Embraer 175 aircraft. Miami regains vital international connections The reopening…

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida (UF) posted significant gains across multiple areas in U.S. News & World Report’s latest graduate school rankings, with the School of Education reaching a historic high. According to an official news release provided by Brittany Silvestri, the university’s media specialist, the university’s College of Education has risen to No. 2 in the nation (its highest ranking ever) and has six professional programs in the top 20 in the country. Other programs also maintained their status as elite nations. The University of Florida’s School of Pharmacy ranked fourth, and its School of Veterinary Medicine…

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The U.S. Department of Justice announced the prison sentence for a woman convicted of stealing Social Security benefits. Below is the official statement from the United States Attorney for the Middle District of Florida.Vivina Barnwell, 62, Dade City, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge James S. Moody Jr. to two years in federal prison for aggravated identity theft and access device fraud. Mr. Barnwell pled guilty on May 16, 2025. The court also ordered Mr. Barnwell to pay more than $96,000 in restitution to the Social Security Administration. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.According to court…

Changes are coming soon to Universal CityWalk, including the removal of the Epic Universe Preview Center and replacement of dining options. The preview center, which opened in June 2024, promoted the opening of Universal Orlando’s third theme park with merchandise, photo ops, and large models of roller coasters and other attractions enhanced with augmented reality representations of indoor activities. The actual Epic theme park debuted on May 22nd. The last day you can visit the preview center at the lower level of CityWalk is April 12th. The Universal Legacy Store is scheduled to return to the space in late April,…

“You Had To Be There” is the name of Jimmy Buffett’s 1978 live album, and it’s also a sentiment from the party-crazed ’70s, when cameras and video recorders weren’t as common. Some of Buffett’s early stories may seem lost from the pages of history, but a documentary making its East Coast debut at the Florida Film Festival hopes to share the memories of living band members who witnessed Buffett’s meteoric rise to fame. “Occupational Hazards: The First Coral Reefers,” narrated by Jeff Bridges, tells the “untold” story of Buffett’s original band, which first joined Buffett in the dark bars and…