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The nation’s largest commercial developer of Allandable Housing Progning to expand the Orlanda-Area portfolio with two more projects in Osceola County, including next to the Crossprairie Master-Planed community. According to a report by GrowthSpotter, the two Dominium projects add 624 rent-limited apartments to Osceola families, earning under 60% of the region’s median. This will allow the Dominium to build a total of seven affordable residential communities or build a pipeline within the county. The Osceola County Commissioner recently approved a total of $154 million tax-free bond for the two new projects. The biggest of the two is the 420-unit family…

Manatee County leaders are trying to roll back changes over the past few years that will allow local development to spread further east.At a recent land use conference, the commissioner voted to cancel a comprehensive planning amendment for 2021 that would allow builders to build thousands of new homes east of the county’s Future Development Area Boundary (FDAB).But like the county’s recent efforts to restore local wetland protection, commissioners may be in the fight against the interests of state officials and developers.Ed Vogler, a commercial and land use lawyer representing local developers, submitted last-minute letters on behalf of several clients…

The US has benefited from like-minded partners, all at risk in the Chinese conflict, and General Charles Flynn said he has retired.Retired General Charles Flynn told the House Committee on the threat from the Communist Party of China (CCP) that the position of US partners and allies being taken away is a much-needed advantage for the United States.Rep. John Mourenard (R-Mich.), of the House Selection Committee on the Communist Party of China (CCP), noted that the 2027 date set by the administration for the acquisition coincides with the current end of the parliament.”This means that the 119th Parliament could be…

When Seminole County decided last February to spend a new fee of $1.75 per night on a local hotel room, it was to raise millions of dollars to build a new indoor event center. But with an estimated price tag of over $100 million for a 172,000-square-foot facility (about twice as many hotel rates can support), county leaders now realize there is a big hole in their plans. “Mathematics isn’t going well,” Commissioner Andia Herr said Tuesday during a staff presentation. “We all need to have realistic expectations or realistic expectations elsewhere in our county dollar spending.” Proponents hoped the…

A new report from the FBI shows that seniors lost $4.8 billion to scammers in 2024. Florida is home to nearly 5 million seniors and ranks third in the nation for complaints and total losses per victim.Utility scams are on the rise. These include people who pretend to be representatives of legal utility companies to steal money and personal information. These scams include the urgent threat of service disconnection if payments are not made immediately. Alternatively, they may use deceptive tactics such as providing fake energy efficiency audits or inspecting gas leaks.How Utility Fraud Works:The scammer will call or show…

“In Hong Kong, the CCP is completely destroying local judiciary and turning it into a tool of intimidation and fraud,” Senator Dan Sullivan said. A bipartisan group of senators has introduced legislation that requires the Trump administration to deal with Hong Kong’s declining freedoms since the extradition from the UK to the Communist Party of China (CCP).Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Chairman of the China Parliament’s Executive Committee (CECC). Jeff Merkley (d-ore.), co-chair of CECC. John Curtis (R-UTAH) introduced the Hong Kong Justice Sanctions Act (1755) on May 16th.The Act requires 49 Hong Kong officials, including four authorized by the Ministry…

Data from the FBI shows which states in the US are the most dangerous and safest states to buy property and settle down.The FBI’s National Case-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) table provides the total of crimes against people, property and society in each state.On the list, Florida has the 10th lowest total crime rate per 100,000 people in the US, 24% below the US average. The state recorded the ninth lowest crime rate on property, including theft, theft, destruction, damage, or vandalism.The FBI listed Maine as the safest condition to settle, recording the lowest total crime rate, 39% below the US…

Dragons, wizards, classic monsters and videogame legends all live in Epic Universe. Their five themed worlds have a big theme-park element in common: Rides. At Epic, the attractions range from calm kiddie rides to elaborate, technological marvels that transport passengers to disorienting alternate dimensions. Here’s what to know — along with a Fear Factor Guide (1 being mildly scary and 10 being toe-curling terrifying) — before braving the 11 rides of Epic Universe. Fear factor: 1 The family-friendly Yoshi’s Adventure ride gives guests a unique vantage point of Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe. (Patrick Connolly/Orlando Sentinel) What: A kiddie…

Runner Judith Hettage experienced repeated pain in her left lower leg while walking the daily path around Davy.However, some trips to an orthopedic surgeon left her frustrated and without explanation.But ultimately, the main Hettage doctor ordered a scan of calves showing tumors, leading to the diagnosis of a rare soft tissue cancer called synovial sarcoma. Her initial treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery, appears to have been successful, with Hettage regularly following up with quarterly scans.However, 10 years later, what began as a synovial sarcoma in her cow ended up spreading cancer cells…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Gas prices have fallen as millions prepare to travel on anniversary weekends, according to AAA holiday travel forecast. A record 2.6 million Floridians are expected to travel more than 50 miles, with 2.3 million taking on road trips. “With so many drivers supply fuel, gas prices may fluctuate in the coming days,” said Marc Jenkins, a spokesman for the AAA-Auto Club Group. “But even at peak times, prices should be significantly lower than last year’s holiday rates.” Florida lawmakers reverse laws requiring school start times later, a team of Florida Attorney General investigates gouging prices during…