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The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a number of events this summer, including a KSC Bus Tour and a tribute to the Space Shuttle’s last flight. “This summer is a celebration of America’s spirit of discovery,” Visitor Complex Chief Operating Officer Terin Protze said in a news release. “As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, there is no better place to reflect on America’s achievements in exploration and innovation than here at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where history has been made for generations and where the future of spaceflight continues to unfold…
The Central Florida Zoo & Biological Gardens is looking for Boogie Fever to hit Sanford. The attraction will celebrate its 50th anniversary on June 13th with a commemorative event called the Zudio 50 Disco Party. The adults-only fundraiser features dinner and a dance floor reminiscent of the ’70s. Disco-inspired attire is recommended for the event. Tickets include food, two drink tickets, a live DJ, and an “after-hours zoo experience.” Admission is $100 per person or $150 per couple. Participation capacity is 200 people. Event hours are 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Tickets help support animal care, wildlife conservation, and educational…
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To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Everglades Trust (Trust) released the following statement regarding the Florida Legislature’s development and passage of a $638 million fiscal year 2026-27 budget for Everglades restoration, including the funding needed to complete the district portion of the EAA reservoir, the “jewel in the crown” of Everglades restoration. “Governor Ron DeSantis is a true champion of Everglades restoration, and we are so grateful that the Florida Legislature understands how important Everglades restoration is to our state and Floridians and passed a state budget that includes $638 million for Everglades protection and…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap Medical costs will be an issue in the 2026 midterm elections. Democrats want to extend the ACA (Obamacare) taxpayer subsidy, but Republicans refuse to address and improve the situation despite their calls to fix the problem. It’s hurting businesses and consumers. As employer health care costs continue to rise, companies increasingly shift higher premiums, deductibles, and pharmacy costs to employees. Annual health care costs for a family of four on an employer-sponsored plan have risen to nearly $38,000, the steepest increase since the pandemic, according to a recent report. Some insurance companies expect…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap A new national budget has been agreed, and with it new tax measures aimed at benefiting several industries. Overall, the tax savings would be $146 million. The three biggest areas are sales tax holidays for hunting, fishing, and camping. This is a list of tax breaks/exemptions coming this year for Florida residents. sales tax Back-to-school tax holiday runs from July 20th to August 20th. This year’s Hunting, Fishing and Camping Tax Holiday runs from September 1st to December 31st. Products with selling price caps that qualify for this tax credit include: Tents, fishing…
Sunrise, Fla. – Florida Panthers forwards Aleksander Barkov and Anton Lundell won gold medals today in Finland’s 1-0 overtime victory over Switzerland at the 2026 IIHF World Championship. Lundell recorded his first assist on Consta Helenius’ overtime goal. Barkov is the captain of the Finnish national team, and his medal is his second at the IIHF World Championship, following a silver medal in 2016. He led the team with 11 points (3-8-11) in 10 tournament games en route to being selected to the tournament’s All-Star team. He previously won a bronze medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics with current Panthers…
To text this article to a friend,[SMS]Tap JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Three North Florida men have been indicted on federal charges related to an alleged dog fighting operation, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe. A federal grand jury indicted Drew Geer, 42, of Lake Butler. Anthony Crosby, 42, of Keystone Heights. Leroy Hulbert, 53, of Lake Butler, is charged with three counts each of possessing a dog for use in a dog fighting business. In addition to the dog fighting charge, Geer and Crosby were each charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. If…
Matthew Tkachuk and the United States failed to advance, losing 4-0 to Canada, while Sandis Vilmanis and Latvia lost 2-0 to Norway. Vilmanis made the breakthrough, leading Latvia in scoring with 11 points (4G, 7A), tying the country’s all-time scoring record at a world championship. After missing the first three games of the tournament, Tkachuk had seven points (4G, 3A) in just five games for the United States. In his NHL debut this season, Marek Alša scored two goals from the blue line for the Czech Republic. Barkov and Lundell are both in top form as they look to help…
The Michelin Guide released its 2026 Florida Recommendations this year in celebration of expanding its coverage to the entire state. Six restaurants in the area have been added to the general recommendation list: 1921 Mount Dora, Smoke & Donuts, June, Kappo Tsan, Osteria Ester, and Sparrow. The majority of Orlando’s constellations remain intact, with Camille, Cadence, Omo by Jont, Soseki, and Victoria & Albert retaining their one-star distinction, and Solekara retaining their two-star distinction. Those losing stars were Capa at Walt Disney World Resort’s Four Seasons Resort Orlando and Papa Rama in Orlando’s Curry Ford West neighborhood. They have been…