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(The Hill) — The FBI is investigating a hunting platform discovered within sight of Air Force One on Friday. FBI Director Kash Patel told The Hill’s sister company Nexstars NewsNation that before President Donald Trump arrived at Palm Beach International Airport, the Secret Service “observed what appeared to be a tall hunting platform within sight of Air Force One’s landing strip.” “There were no individuals at the scene. The FBI has since taken control of the investigation, sending personnel and deploying cell phone analysis capabilities to collect all evidence from the scene,” Patel added. Asked for comment, Secret Service Communications…

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida State fired coach Billy Napier on Sunday, a day after an error-riddled win against Mississippi State that included some head-scratching calls and the kind of offensive lull that characterized most of his four years with the Gators. Athletic director Scott Stricklin made the decision after it looked like the Bulldogs were going to lose hard with a 23-21 win until defensive tackle Michai Boileau picked off a pass with 21 seconds left and the Bulldogs came within field goal range. The game-clinching score gave the Swamps a boost, but the home crowd quickly turned on…

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida State fired coach Billy Napier on Sunday, a day after an error-riddled win against Mississippi State that included some head-scratching calls and the kind of offensive lull that characterized most of his four years with the Gators. Athletic director Scott Stricklin made the decision after it looked like the Bulldogs were going to lose hard with a 23-21 win until defensive tackle Michai Boileau picked off a pass with 21 seconds left and the Bulldogs came within field goal range. The game-clinching score gave the Swamps a boost, but the home crowd quickly turned on…

“What better time of year to have an outdoor party?!” Pam Brandon wonders out loud. Of course, that’s a hypothesis. Brandon, a local food writer, was the legendary Disney cookbook author (and lead planner for the defunct Long & Scott Farms Field to Feast Shindig), so he knows a thing or two about outdoor bashes. The 8th annual “A Fall Fête” fundraising dinner is colorful, communal and truly a garden party. Brandon and his fellow executives at The Kitchen House in College Park, as well as our talented group of chef ambassadors, would be happy to invite you. The event…

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will run in the 2028 Republican primary, according to a new Center Square poll. But even in third place, DeSantis trails Vice President J.D. Vance and Donald Trump Jr. The poll received responses from Republican and independent voters. Vice President Vance was the top choice among Republican voters at 38%, followed by Trump Jr. at 26%, and Governor DeSantis at 6%. Most independent voters also liked Vance. 41% said they support the vice president. Trump Jr. was also chosen by independents, receiving 13% of the vote. Polls show Vance is more popular among female voters than…

The focus is on promoting lower sugar items in people’s food intake, particularly in soft drinks. Research shows that Americans who regularly consume soft drinks are more likely to become obese, develop diabetes, and suffer from heart disease in the future. But health experts are now warning that constant consumption of fizzy drinks, which are high in sugar, can have an impact on mental health. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that people who drink soda every day feel moodier. According to JAMA, researchers tested more than 900 adults who drink soda…

For more than 50 years, Orlando theme parks have featured mechanical birds, bears and princesses chirping, growling and singing. The animatronics trend shows no signs of slowing down, with new figures appearing in new locations at Walt Disney World and a slew of life-like characters in the Epic Universe. Additions range from Walt Disney’s electronic version planned for Magic Kingdom to the creepy Frankenstein Monster figure that debuted at Epic in May. “People still enjoy seeing heroes, villains and more come to life,” said Dennis Speigel, CEO of International Theme Park Services. “I think this is one of those areas…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Thousands of people gathered across Tampa Bay on Saturday for “No Kings” demonstrations protesting the direction of the country under President Donald Trump. The protests were the third major mobilization since Trump returned to the White House and were held against the backdrop of a weeks-long government shutdown, now in its 18th day. WFLA asked viewers who had been participating in “No King” protests in the area to send in photos, and they did not disappoint. So without further ado, here’s what you need to know: hillsborough county Credit: Christopher Radulich / Report ItCredit: Sally Evans…

Over the past 54 years, hundreds of animatronic figures have dotted Walt Disney World. Here are 10 notable theme parks you can scout in 2025. • Country Bears Musical Jamboree, a reboot of the Magic Kingdom’s original attraction, has a more magical, Disney-like feel for summer 2024, but retains its animatronic lineup, including Big Al singing “Remember Me” from “Coco.” • Elsewhere in Frontierland, last year’s transformation from Splash Mountain to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure was aided by Mama Odie as the title character, creatures as band members, and a figure of Louie the trumpet-playing alligator that was touted as one…

KISSIMMEE — Gaylord Palms Resort is going “ice!” I’m getting old again. Work is underway on an elaborate Christmas ice carving event in which artisans in Harbin, China will carve large blocks of ice into 11 colorful scenes from the TV show “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” They used chainsaws, scrapers and various sharp objects, all of which were revealed during Friday’s media preview. This is the first time “Rudolph” will be performed at the annual Central Florida event. The exhibit has been seen at other Gaylord Hotel properties, but it has been completely redesigned and is making its debut this…