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The arrival of the new “Superman” film has all “up, up, away” for the superheroes, but for local adventures, there are several options in Central Florida recently. DC Comics has established a bit of a base in some unexpected places. However, it should be noted that some of these are in the Orlando area due to limited orchids. And while these activities may not occur on the same universe or on the same supervillain, it may be a good time to remove the cape from the dry cleaner. Look! In the sky! Gaylord Palms is hosting a multifaceted event called…
Thanks to a record $140 million state investment in citrus research and revitalization efforts, citrus growers who have dealt with years of set-off have a lot of New Hope. Gov. Ron DeSantis approved the funds last week as part of the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget.Matt Joyner (Florida Citrus Mutual)Citrus is an iconic symbol of Florida’s identity. The Spanish first introduced it to our province in the 1500s and have since shaped our economy, traditions and communities. Today, the Sunshine State citrus industry has created more than $6.9 billion in economic impact and supports tens of thousands of jobs for Florida…
Is a grouper sandwich grown in Florida costing $32 too much? I think so is FL Governor Ron DeSantis. Local seafood professionals ask for something different. His recent remarks from the governor at Santa Rosa Beach’s Shank Garry Oyster Bar last month appeared to push back prices on eateries offerings to sign Walton County Beach Access Act. The grilled grouper sandwich plate, currently priced at $29.95, is painted with Lake Mary’s Lighthouse Seafood. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) “I know this is a great place to visit. I know there are a lot of people coming down. I’m looking at this…
Associated Press Business Writer Michelle Chapman The “Click-to-Cancel” rule, which businesses were required to allow consumers to easily cancel unwanted subscriptions and memberships, was blocked by the federal court of appeals a few days before it came into effect. The proposed changes to the Federal Trade Commission, adopted in October, required companies to obtain customer consent before requesting membership, automatic renewal, and programs linked to the free trial. The FTC said at the time that companies must also disclose if their free trial or other promotional offers have ended and they can cancel their subscriptions as easily as they have…
President Donald Trump proposed a 55% reduction in the National Science Foundation’s budget, the nation’s leading source of support for basic scientific research. This proposal focuses on maintaining funding for the development of quantum equipment and artificial intelligence, two areas that are clearly important for our country’s economic future. However, the president’s budget will cripple areas where future economic applications are less obvious. For example, the mathematics and physical science budgets will cut by 67%, or just $1 billion.Susan White (American Physics Institute)By cutting the National Science Foundation’s budget, it would be a tragic mistake to highlight true basic science…
Gov. Ron Desantis loves to consider current events. At an event on Monday, the governor embraced the possibility of Elon Musk’s new party and spoke about the fatal floods in Texas. Over the past few weeks, he has commented on New York City’s mayoral primary and Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani. However, since its passing, DeSantis appears to have publicly given his views on President Donald Trump’s second term’s signature political achievements. Last week, the Tampa Bay Times asked DeSantis’ office five times about the governor’s views on one big, beautiful bill act. Desantis’ office did not respond. Silence is particularly…
By Josh Bork WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Donald Trump last rolled out this top tariff, financial markets tremble, consumer confidence crashed and his popularity plummeted. Just three months later, he bets that this time will be different. In his new tariffs announced this week, Trump essentially stitches the global economy together with his instinctive belief that import taxes will bring factory work and stronger growth, rather than the inflation and slowdown that many economists expect. On Tuesday, he told the Cabinet that past presidents who had not actively deployed tariffs were “silly.” The salesman added that it was “too…
It’s difficult to deal with the unequal anger of Texas’ recent flash floods. The speed of rising floods, darkness at night, uneven warnings and communication, the soft age of many who struggle to survive – all of these have contributed to the tragedy that killed at least 109 people as of noon Tuesday and lost at least 161 people. It was a tough memory that the whole country needed a stronger emergency preparedness system.Fast moving water on the Guadalupe River in central Texas began to rise overnight early on Friday. Near a comfortable town in Texas, the river swelled 30…
Rep. Vern Buchanan, Florida GOP Rep., wants to eliminate federal taxes on police overtime. “Every day, law enforcement officers across America would wear badges and head to work without knowing what the day would bring,” Buchanan said. “They missed holidays, birthdays, school events, and they’re all serving their community.” Buchanan is supported by local and national law enforcement agencies, including the National Brothers of Holmes Beach and Chief William Tokager in Manatee County. Chief Tokager says the idea of ending taxes on police officers’ overtime payments is welcome news. “In doing so, executives will give more takeaway salaries, provide meaningful…
MIAMI, Fla. (WFLA) – Florida teams and volunteers took a 28-hour drive loaded with supplies to support first responders and humanitarian groups on the ground in Texas. South Florida volunteers and GEM’s global empowerment mission arrived in Texas, where floods wiped out parts of Kerr County. Blue Spring State Park was destroyed within two weeks of reopening Billy Joel Cancel 2025-2026 due to brain condition, causing concert At least 110 people died during the flood, and at least 161 are still missing. According to NBC affiliate WTVJ, GEM founder Michael Caponi focuses on supporting survivors by providing serious disaster relief,…