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The four years between President Donald Trump’s first and second terms were marked by extraordinary political change in Florida.In January 2021, President Joe Biden entered the White House with Florida ostensibly still on the map of battleground states. Republicans held power in Tallahassee with simple majorities in the state House and Senate.Republican state officials have been openly hostile to President Biden, confronting the federal government over immigration policy, health care, the coronavirus vaccine and many other issues.Voters supported the state’s conservative direction but disapproved of the Democratic Party’s vision for the country. By 2024, Florida will have a Republican supermajority…

Dear Travel Troubleshooters: I booked a hotel in Cancun, Mexico through Booking.com. Since it was during high season, I was worried that the hotel would be full and not accept reservations.So I contacted Booking.com and the hotel. The hotel did not respond to my messages, emails or phone calls. When contacted, Booking.com promised to make further attempts to contact them via email and phone, but carefully declined to say what they would do if the hotel did not respond.Booking.com claimed that the reservation was valid, but that I would have to wait until I arrived at the hotel to find…

One of Central Florida’s outdoor green spaces will be immersed in the sights, sounds and flavors of Scotland this weekend for an annual cultural event.The 47th Annual Central Florida Scottish Highland Games will be held this weekend at Central Winds Park in Winter Springs, featuring pipers, dancing, animals, craft sales, ax throwing, archery, medieval camping, children’s activities, There will be food, drinks, Highland Athletics and more.Ennis Pruitt, who oversees the festival’s entertainment, said that although the festival offers a wide range of content, there is no one main attraction, and everyone can find something different to enjoy. spoke.Scottish dancers compete…

TAMPA — It’s the first time since 1993 that a changing of the guard ceremony was held at the Hillsboro Public Defender’s Office. So the scene inside the county’s largest courtroom earlier this month when Lisa MacLean raised her hand and took the oath to support and defend the Constitution had a touch of history.The oath was the culmination of what MacLean had been thinking about for years, realizing his future. She was elected last August to head the office, which provides legal representation to criminal defendants who cannot afford a lawyer.Her oath officially named the successor to Julian Holt,…

The Trump Meme Coin website states that the token is intended to serve as an “expression of support” rather than an investment opportunity.President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump launched their own cryptocurrency memecoin just days before Trump was inaugurated for his second term.”It’s time to celebrate everything we stand for – victory! Join my special Trump community,” the president-elect wrote on January 17 while unveiling the $TRUMP meme coin. As mentioned in Social.On January 19th, the Trump meme coin rose to an all-time high of $76.13, then fell to a low of $38.39, finishing around $60.Token’s website states…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida woman who was found in possession of a bag labeled “definitely not a drug bag” was arrested after officers searched her. Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said that on Saturday, 10 days after he was released from jail on drug charges, deputies stopped the car in which Terin Acri was traveling. Repeat traffic violator with six active warrants leads officers on 100 mph chase on Interstate 4 Officers found multiple bags inside the vehicle, including one labeled “definitely not a drug-filled bag.” A search of the bag (and other belongings) turned up “methamphetamine, needles,…

He’s kind of a big guy. Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov capped off a great year by winning the “Athlete of the Year” honor at the Finnish Sports Gala in Helsinki on Thursday. Awarded annually since 1947, Barkov is the first hockey player to receive this prestigious award. “It means a lot to me to get that honor,” Barkov said, praising Finland’s rich hockey history. “I’m really happy to receive this award. Yes, I’m very grateful.” Highlighting a variety of athletic achievements, past winners include swimmers, skiers, soccer players, race car drivers, rowers, and weightlifters, to name just a few.…

SUNRISE, Fla. – That’s how it’s done. The Florida Panthers, led by Spencer Knight’s 34 saves, capped off their homestand with a 3-0 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday at Amerant Bank Arena. “It’s unreal,” forward Jesper Boqvist said of Knight, who is 4-1-0 in his past five games. “He’s been playing here the last few games and he’s been really good. I’m very happy for him. He’s worked hard to play like that. It’s a lot of fun to watch.” It was the fifth shutout of Knight’s career, helping the Panthers improve to 27-17-3. “With Spencer’s play, you…

same old storyyou were deceived. Home insurance costs still rising in Florida | Column, January 9I am writing in response to Scott Maxwell’s column that says Florida homeowners are being misled into believing that the Governor and Legislature will lower homeowners insurance premiums. As Maxwell points out, Florida’s insurance industry has been the real beneficiary of years of laws that favor large corporations over consumers.I live in a townhome far from the coast and outside of the flood zone, and my insurance premiums have increased significantly over the past three years. The financial strain has become so great and homeowner…

Written by Taryn Phaneuf, NerdWalletAs the new Trump administration approaches its “first day,” one of its top policy priorities could have a significant impact on consumers’ wallets.Based on what is known so far about President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to raise tariffs on all imported goods, U.S. shoppers are likely to see price increases on a wide range of items, including: Daily necessities such as food, gasoline, and clothing. Luxury items such as home appliances, jewelry, and cosmetics. Big purchases such as a new car or a house. Products manufactured by U.S. manufacturers using imported materials and equipment. That’s because tariffs…