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TALHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Over the past five months, Florida law enforcement officials have arrested more than 6,000 suspected of being in the country illegally. The announcement comes as Homeland Security officials declared that they had reimbursed the state nearly $30 million for immigration-related costs, highlighting the importance of Florida in the Trump administration’s crackdown on mass immigration. At an event in Tallahassee on Friday, Madison Xiahan, deputy director of immigration and customs enforcement, praised Florida’s efforts, saying the agency is spending $1.7 billion on state and local law enforcement agencies nationwide. “We’re a surge in the world,” said Rob…
The premiere of “Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks” docusary was delayed. The three-part series, produced for the Peacock Streaming Service, is scheduled to debut on November 17th. The series, originally scheduled to begin in July, was previously pushed on September 29th. The reason for the schedule change has not been announced. The hourly special, named “Inside the World of the Epic Universe,” is available at Peacock. Peacock’s account says upcoming docusaries include interviews with directors, producers, executives and celebrities. “The series not only explores the history of Universal’s iconic film and theme parks, but also offers an…
As a proud American and unshakable supporter of the US military, Alan Wise, co-founder of Nashville Distillery, Heartfelt initiative, honoring those who serve and sacrifice for our country, Alan Wise serves and sacrifices. Each month, the campaign recognizes veterans, active service members, first responders, or community differences makers who illustrate courage and dedication. The winners will be celebrated throughout the Nashville Distillery platform, with commemorative awards and special gifts. This tribute is just part of Nashville Distillery’s broader mission to invest in the community through permanent projects designed to honor American heroes. By highlighting people who go beyond that on…
Fort Lauderdale – The Florida Panthers are no strangers to adversity. However, this latest test is more stringent than most people. The back-to-back Stanley Cup champion beat hit was when Captain Alexander Barkov underwent surgery to repair a knee injury, coach Paul Maurice announced Friday. At the time of this writing, there is no full schedule for his recovery yet. “I won’t hide it – it’s a big guy,” Maurice said. “He’s a very important place in that locker room. What we can experience now is to know some of the other leaders in our room. You can meet other…
The Universal Studios theme park tribute store is back in operation, running with an elaborate look and theme. This time, it is tied to Halloween Horror Night and its arsenal of haunted houses and characters. Seasonal pop-up merchandise stores have fresh locations. It is open within the former gaming arcade in the New York area of the park. The main entrance is behind the Palace Theater facade, and now the “Tribute Store” is spelled out on the marquee. It also features Space, a gift shop built into the exit from the Mummy Ride Revenge. So the end could be crowded…
st. Petersburg, Fla. (WFLA) – A bright day at a deco salon preparing to reopen at its new location at 30th Ave North in St. Pete. On the anniversary of Hurricane Helen’s Wrath, this colorful disco-inspired studio ring acronym is now more than ever. The owner, Lindsay Miller, is a type that searches for silver lining. “It’s the idea of deco. I wake up in the morning and tell myself to dream, empower, create and overcome everything, including hurricanes,” Miller said. Miller’s salon in 2013 was flooded, damaged and filled with mold after Hurricane Helen. She took it as a…
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Following Florida’s latest legislative session, nearly 30 new laws are set to come into effect on Wednesday, October 1st. This is a complete list of new laws that will take effect. HB 113 – Trying to escape or escape a law enforcement officer House Bill 113 will increase the minimum penalty for escape and avoidance. It also increases punishment for repeat offenders. The new law will reclassify the rankings of the Criminal Penalty Code’s “Crime Severity Ranking Chart” and increase the minimum felony charged. Officially legal in Florida. Some restrictions still apply SB 150 – abandoning…
One of my neighbors has a garden sign warning of loose coyotes. Next to it is a house with skeletons supported on an Adirondack chair in the front yard. Welcome to the kids, Florida. These are the signs of autumn and Halloween in the sun’s state. The hardcore Halloweeners were able to take advantage of a month’s eerie at the theme parks at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, Sea World Orlando and Universal Studios. However, as we head towards October, we will come to other attractions, and in some cases it will permeate in early November. Brick or Treat Location: Legoland…
It is impossible to talk about the music festival scene with the Florida jam bands without fostering the spirit of Swanney Music Park in Florida. This is a forested area immersed in the lore and legends of northern Florida. The 800-acre land plot hosts 20,000 festival attendees each October, when Suwannee Hulaween, the park’s largest annual festival, has returned with a vast array of art and music in five stages. With spider webs and Spanish moss that resemble the festive Halloween atmosphere, the festival has a gravity pull that revives its followers every year. “It’s a really special site. You…
Norman Van Eken likens the James Beard Foundation award to an Oscar. “Most people just know who wins, not the one behind everything,” he says. Not long ago, James Beard Award recipient Van Eken was asked to speak at an event in South Florida where the founder of New World Culinary first created his name. Chefs across the state, including one of Orlando’s James Beard Award nominees, Kaya’s chef Laricon, others who Van Eken calls the “bright light” of the Sunshine State cooking scene. “It was a Chateauca-like gathering,” Van Eken tells me. And for the pleasure of Van Aken,…