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Amid teacher shortage, Valencia College to offer elementary education bachelor’s degree
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Quick Glance: Valencia College to Offer Elementary Education Bachelor's Amid Teacher Shortage
- Schools in Orange and Osceola counties have struggled to find teachers, resorting to hiring foreign teachers to fill vacancies.
- Valencia College is launching a new bachelor's degree program in elementary education to address the shortage of teachers in the two counties.
- The program includes an apprenticeship allowing students to work as teacher's aides while pursuing upper-level classes, aiming to graduate 180 new teachers by 2028.
- The initiative is set to alleviate the pressure on districts to find teachers and provide an affordable alternative for students seeking a teaching career.
Before Baltimore, 35 died after a freighter collapsed Florida’s big bridge: More than four decades before a freighter hit Baltimore’s Key Bridge ...
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Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
As rare sawfish mysteriously die in Keys, unprecedented rescue begins: An effort to rescue a species on the brink begins next week in the Florida Keys ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/29/as-rare-sawfish-mysteriously-die-in-keys-unprecedented-rescue-begins/
Quick Glance: Federal Initiative to Rescue Sick Sawfish Amid Unexplained Die-Off
- Federal wildlife officials plan to rescue sick sawfish as their endangered deaths surge.
- NOAA will start catching distressed sawfish next week to prevent further fatalities.
- Collaborating with various organizations, NOAA aims to examine, treat, and release sick sawfish back into the wild.
- Scientists are concerned about the impact of the die-off on the sawfish population and are investigating the causes of the illness.
Gas prices fall 5 cents after reaching 2024 high: Florida gas prices lowered after increasing early last week.
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/25/gas-prices-fall-5-cents-after-reaching-2024-high/
A ‘potentially explosive’ hurricane season is coming, predicts AccuWeather: AccuWeather's forecast calls for 20 to 25 named storms, with eight to 12 of ...
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Michael Wendler: Concerts in Switzerland and Austria canceled: Double exit for the controversial pop singer Michael Wendler: The planned May concerts in ...
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‘5 days’ worth of patties in 1 day’: Juici holds successful grand opening in Florida
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Supply Chain Latest: Baltimore's Destroyed Bridge: A Florida salvage firm that helped contain the Deepwater Horizon oil spill is heading to Baltimore to ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-28/supply-chain-latest-baltimore-s-destroyed-bridge
Jay Johnson gets ejected in LSU's eight inning loss to Florida to lose series: LSU baseball falls to Florida at Alex Box Stadium in final game of the series.
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Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.1B after no grand prize winner Friday: It's the first time in seven months that the jackpot prize has topped $1 billion ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/23/mega-millions-jackpot-climbs-to-an-estimated-1-1-billion-after-no-grand-prize-winner-friday/
Quick Glance: Where Lottery Success Stories Thrive - Is Your State Among Them?
- New York leads in the highest share of national lottery winners compared to other states, with 43 Mega Millions and 12 Powerball jackpots.
- California secures the second spot in combined Powerball and Mega Millions lottery wins.
- Collectively, New York has achieved the most Mega Millions wins nationwide, while Indiana has secured 39 Powerball pots.
- The five boroughs accommodate a significant number of retailers selling Powerball and Mega Millions tickets statewide.
A faster spinning Earth may cause timekeepers to subtract a second from world clocks
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/27/a-faster-spinning-earth-may-cause-timekeepers-to-subtract-a-second-from-world-clocks/
Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
- A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.
- Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.
- The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.
- Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
Do Rays need to win a World Series to validate their success?: The third-most wins since 2008 and nine playoff appearances count for something. But how much?
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Ex-Trump adviser Peter Navarro to go to prison after Supreme Court rejects his appeal
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Quick Glance: Peter Navarro Reports to Prison for Defiance of Congress
- Former White House adviser Peter Navarro reported to prison on Tuesday for a contempt of Congress conviction, making him the first senior Trump administration official to be imprisoned for a crime related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
- Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison for refusing to comply with a subpoena for documents and testimony from the House committee investigating the riot by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.
- Prior to his incarceration at the federal prison in Miami, Navarro defiantly addressed reporters, labeling his conviction as the “partisan weaponization of the judicial system.
- After casting his vote in Florida on Tuesday, Trump was questioned about Navarro.
Counterpoint: High-income earners pay much more than their ‘fair share’ | Commentary
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Florida Passes Law Banning Social Media for Minors Under 14: The legislation prohibits social-media accounts for some teens regardless of parental consent.
wsj.com/politics/florida-passes-law-banning-social-media-for-minors-under-14-abae4ce3
Sneak peek of Marina Village at Bahia Mar, the new Fort Lauderdale food hall and entertainment village on the water | PHOTOS
sun-sentinel.com/2024/03/28/sneak-peek-of-marina-village-at-bahia-mar-the-new-fort-lauderdale-food-hall-and-entertainment-village-on-the-water-photos/
Spring training roundup: Astros (6 HRs) tee off on Mets: Alex Bregman belted two of the Houston Astros' six home runs, finishing 3-for-4 with six RBIs in a 13-5 ...
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Quick Glance: Spring Training Overview: Astros Dominate Mets with 6 Homeruns
- Alex Bregman delivered an impressive performance, hitting two homeruns for the Houston Astros and securing 6 RBIs to defeat the New York Mets 13-5.
- The Astros established an 8-1 lead after four innings and maintained control of the game.
- In other matches, the Tigers, Orioles, Pirates, Rays, Phillies, Nationals, and Athletics emerged victorious.
- The Red Sox, Yankees, and Giants were among the losing teams of the day, while games like Rangers vs. Royals and Cardinals vs. Nationals ended in a tie.
Florida bed and breakfast for sale has spring swimming with manatees: See photos: On Manatee Appreciation Day, take a look at the Crystal Blue Lagoon Bed and ...
usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/real-estate/2024/03/27/crystal-blue-lagoon-bed-breakfast-florida-manatee/73044629007/
Marco Rubio's Own Words About Donald Trump Used Against Him: The Florida senator said it would be "an honor" to serve as Trump's running mate.
newsweek.com/marco-rubios-own-words-about-donald-trump-used-against-him-1882857
Rays’ Wander Franco taken off 40-man roster: The All-Star shortstop, who has not played since mid-August, was placed back on administrative leave and will ...
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Ron DeSantis Signs Bill BANNING Social Media For Kids Under 14 in Florida: Older teens will only be able to join social media with written consent from their ...
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Navy identifies Florida sailor who died while deployed in Red Sea: He embodied 'selfless character'
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Social networks: Florida makes it harder for minors to access platforms: Minors under the age of 14 will be banned from using social networks in Florida in ...
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US' Harris to visit Parkland shooting site, push new gun laws: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday will push states to strengthen laws that can strip ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-harris-visit-parkland-shooting-site-push-new-gun-laws-2024-03-23/
Will abortion advocates continue their winning streak? Here's which states will be key.
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/03/28/abortion-ballot-measures-2024-updates/73030543007/
South Florida man accused of paying undercover agent in murder-for-hire plot: A South Florida man allegedly thought he was paying $5,000 to a hitman to murder ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/03/29/south-florida-man-accused-of-paying-undercover-agent-in-murder-for-hire-plot/
Frost blasts DeSantis on Haiti, calls for helping refugees fleeing violence: U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost on Tuesday called for extending protected status for ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/26/frost-blasts-desantis-on-haiti-calls-for-helping-refugees-fleeing-violence/
Nearly $2 billion is up for grabs as Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots soar: The stars have aligned in the lottery universe like never before ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/25/nearly-2-billion-is-up-for-grabs-as-mega-millions-and-powerball-jackpots-soar/
Quick Glance: Strategies for Powerball and Mega Millions: Tips for Choosing Numbers
- Nicholas Kapoor unexpectedly won the Powerball lottery and used it as a teaching tool.
- The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are extremely slim.
- It is recommended to choose random numbers or Quick Picks to increase chances of winning.
- Playing less popular lotteries can increase the odds of winning, but the prizes are smaller.
Editorial: Sifting through the ashes of onePulse Foundation and finding only failure
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/24/editorial-sifting-through-the-ashes-of-onepulse-foundation-and-finding-only-failure/
Spring training roundup: Jackson Holliday helps O's trip up Rays: Jackson Holliday, the No. 1 overall draft pick in 2022, went 2-for-3 with a solo home run to ...
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Quick Glance: Spring Games Highlights: Holliday Impresses, Orioles Triumph
- In an impressive display, Jackson Holliday, considered a top talent for the Baltimore Orioles, secured the victory against the host Toronto Blue Jays with a solo home run and a 2-for-3 performance resulting in a 13-8 win. Holliday, shining this spring with .326, two home runs, and six RBIs, is expected to join the big-league club this season at the age of 20.
- Tyler Nevin and Heston Kjerstad also contributed to the Orioles' success. The performance of Alex Pham, and Toronto's offense led by George Springer and Daulton Varsho, were highlighted. In another game, Triston Casas led Boston to victory over Tampa Bay with Chris Bassitt's performance and Josh Winckowski's crucial role in securing the win.
- The meeting also covered matches between St. Louis and Miami, Philadelphia and Detroit, Miami and Houston, New York and St. Louis, Oakland and Texas, Milwaukee and Cleveland, Los Angeles and Cincinnati, Cleveland and Colorado, and Seattle and Colorado. The games showcased notable performances and spectacular moments from various teams and players.
Florida Bans Social Networking for Children Even if Parents Consent: This is intended to protect minors from “harmful” and “lewd” content. Theoretically ...
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Michael Wendler sells tickets - Opponents start petition: The controversial pop singer Michael Wendler wants to make his comeback in the Arena Oberhausen ...
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Settlement reached in lawsuit between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney: Allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement ...
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Quick Glance: Disney+ and Hulu Merge: New Era of Streaming Begins
- Disney+ now offers an integrated Hulu bundle starting at $9.99/month with an extensive content library.
- Popular Hulu shows like Grey's Anatomy and The Bear are now available within the Disney+ app.
- The integration of the 'full' Hulu experience into the Disney+ app aims to attract customers and enhance user-friendliness.
TikTok is under investigation by the FTC over data practices and could face a lawsuit
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/27/tiktok-is-under-investigation-by-the-ftc-over-data-practices-and-could-face-a-lawsuit/
Conversations and insights about the moment.: But there are better ways to protect a bridge like the one that collapsed in Baltimore.
nytimes.com/live/2024/03/26/opinion/thepoint/key-bridge-baltimore-collision
DeSantis talks about giving Florida cops more power to arrest migrants: DeSantis said in an interview on “The Sean Hannity Show” podcast on Thursday that his ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/22/desantis-talks-about-giving-florida-cops-the-power-to-arrest-migrants/
David Siegel steps down as CEO of Westgate Resorts; longtime exec takes job: David Siegel, the colorful timeshare magnate and husband of the “Queen of Versailles ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/28/siegel-steps-down-as-ceo-of-westgate-resorts-longtime-executive-takes-job/
DeSantis Signs One Of The Country's Strictest Bans On Kids' Social Media Use: The sweeping new law is expected to face First Amendment challenges in court.
huffpost.com/entry/desantis-florida-children-social-media-ban_n_6601c0ffe4b059750143ed48
Temperatures cooler as drier air settles across the peninsula: Friday will be a few degrees cooler and much dryer than Thursday.
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/29/temperatures-cooler-as-drier-air-settles-across-the-peninsula/
Florida bans children under 14 from using social media; 14-15 year olds will need parental consent
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Quick Glance: Florida's Legislation Limits Social Media Access for Minors
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting social media use for children under 14.
- Supporters aim to safeguard children's mental health, while critics argue against potential infringement on free speech.
- The law mandates social media platforms to delete accounts of minors and conduct third-party age verification.
- Several other states have implemented comparable regulations, with Meta opposing the law citing privacy concerns.
Kiteboarder badly hurt after high winds slam him into St. Pete Pier: Video captured by an onlooker shows heavy gusts pulling the man toward the Pier ...
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Judge clears way for Trump to appeal ruling keeping Fani Willis on Georgia 2020 election case
bostonherald.com/2024/03/20/judge-clears-way-for-trump-to-appeal-ruling-keeping-fani-willis-on-georgia-2020-election-case/
Hundreds of thousands of financial aid applications need to be fixed after latest calculation error
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/22/hundreds-of-thousands-of-financial-aid-applications-need-to-be-fixed-after-latest-calculation-error/
U.S. changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity in first revision in 27 years
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Northwestern advances in NCAA Tournament as Ryan Langborg scores 12 of his 27 points in OT: ‘You get to the dance and he’s ready to go’
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Bahamian national charged with human smuggling resulting in death - UPI.com: A Bahamian national has been charged with repeatedly attempting to smuggle migrants ...
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Trump says he'll keep U.S. in NATO as long as everyone pays "fair share"
axios.com/2024/03/19/trump-nato-countries-pay-fair-share-quote
Stunning weekend weather ahead as Spring Break comes to a close: A cold front will pass through the region Thursday, bringing scattered showers ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/03/28/stunning-weather-ahead-as-spring-break-comes-to-a-close/
Woman on run spots alligator trying to swallow another alligator, Florida photos show
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Judge rules Gaetz, Greene can sue after California cities cancel their rallies over their ‘political views’
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Prosecutors: A 'network' of supporters helped fugitives avoid capture after Capitol riot
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They don’t get headlines or awards, but Rays bullpen is looking invaluable: John Romano | Tampa Bay relievers have some of the best numbers in the majors since ...
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Reese’s double-double, Johnson’s scoring, lifts LSU over MTSU 83-56 in NCAA Tournament’s 2nd round
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DeSantis Allies Targeted FL Donors With State Business: WaPo: It reportedly came as many national GOP donors shunned his bid for the White House.
thedailybeast.com/team-desantis-targeted-florida-donors-with-state-business-as-campaign-unraveled-report
See Mark Zuckerberg’s glossy new $300M, 287-foot superyacht ‘Launchpad’: Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly gifted himself a $300 million megayacht ...
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Developer JD Porter unveils ambitious plans for a downtown Wesley Chapel: Phase 1 of Legacy Wiregrass Ranch would be $1.5B and include housing, retail space ...
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Tailpipe emission rules give automakers more time to ramp up EVs: New emission rules will likely accelerate electric vehicle production.
bostonherald.com/2024/03/25/tailpipe-emission-rules-give-automakers-more-time-to-ramp-up-evs/
Melania Trump Refuses to Commit to Campaign Trail Appearances: The former first lady was spotted with husband Donald as they cast their votes in Florida’s GOP ...
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Quick Glance: Melania Trump Displays Elegant Shoes at Florida Primary Voting
- Melania Trump returned to the spotlight on Tuesday while accompanying her husband, the 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, to cast ballots in the presidential preference primary in Palm Beach, Fla. She opted for fashionable footwear.
- Sporting a pair of Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, a personal favorite, the former First Lady showcased various color variations over the years.
- Melania and Donald Trump walked together to vote at a polling station set up at the Morton and Barbara Mandel Recreation Center. Melania's stylish shoes were complemented by Donald Trump's classic black leather shoes.
- Introduced in the brand's fall 2013 collection, Christian Louboutin's So Kate pumps have become a popular choice among celebrities.
Spring training roundup: Dane Myers hits walk-off HR for Marlins: Dane Myers hit a walk-off home run with two outs and two strikes to lift the Miami Marlins to a ...
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he'll send Haitian migrants to Martha's Vineyard: Migrants fleeing the terrifying violence of gang-controlled Haiti will join ...
nypost.com/2024/03/20/us-news/desantis-plans-to-send-haitian-migrants-to-marthas-vineyard/
Quick Glance: Insights on DeSantis' Measures Against Haitian Migrants and Potential Moves to Martha's Vineyard
- DeSantis discussed Florida's efforts to intercept illegal migrants with Loesch, emphasizing the importance of stopping boats before landfall.
- He highlighted challenges in repatriating migrants and the operational transport program.
- DeSantis explained the differences between land and sea border control and speculated on potential migration routes to Martha's Vineyard.
- The article also included reactions from Massachusetts politicians regarding the migrant situation and criticism of DeSantis.
Critic’s Pick: Looking for old-time razzle dazzle? Head to ’42nd Street’ | Review
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Editorial: Compromise in ‘Don’t say gay’ suit is a step forward: Both sides declared victory after a settlement over Florida's 'Don't Say ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/19/dont-say-gay-compromise/
Commentary: Are electric vehicles on a bumpy road?: EVs are more highly evolved than gas-powered cars, so once transition kinks are resolved ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/24/commentary-are-electric-vehicles-on-a-bumpy-road/
Jared McCain makes 8 3s, scores 30 points as Duke ends James Madison’s March Madness run
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Rapper V-Max gunned down in his car: A LOCAL rapper who went by the sobriquet “V-Max,” was shot and killed in Mt Lambert on Thursday night.
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‘Apples Never Fall’ review: Annette Bening as a retired mom who goes missing: Annette Bening and Sam Neill play a bored retired couple in West Palm Beach who add ...
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Man Dies After Motorcycle Test Drive Goes Wrong At Harley-Davidson Dealership: Police in Florida said that Richard Peach, 68, crashed a motorcycle into the ...
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49ers’ Shanahan believes Dolphins’ McDaniel can have big third head coaching season, like he once did
sun-sentinel.com/2024/03/27/49ers-shanahan-believes-dolphins-mcdaniel-can-have-big-third-head-coaching-season-like-he-once-did/
Talks on transitional council in Haiti progress as gang violence chokes capital: Negotiations to form a transitional council to govern Haiti advanced on ...
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Donald Trump Suffers Brutal Florida Primary Vote Against Him: Around 197,000 people in Florida voted for either Nikki Haley or Ron DeSantis ...
newsweek.com/donald-trump-florida-republican-primary-vote-nikki-haley-ron-desantis-1881143
IOC excludes Russian and Belarusian athletes from taking part in the Paris Olympics opening ceremony
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Quick Glance: IOC Excludes Russians from Olympic Parade
- Russian athletes are allowed to participate as neutral athletes at the Olympic Games in Paris, but are not permitted to attend the opening ceremony.
- Athletes from Russia and Belarus are also excluded from the opening parade due to the Russian war in Ukraine.
- Participants from these countries must compete under a neutral flag, are not allowed to display national symbols, and undergo strict scrutiny to ensure no connections to the army or security agencies.
- The Russian Olympic Committee is suspended, and Russian politicians and top sports officials have no access to the Olympic competitions.
Kiteboarder who struck St. Pete Pier is ‘experienced rider,’ friends say: Alex Bloechinger had jumped the Pier amid rough seas once Friday, but strong winds blew ...
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Settlement allows Florida teachers to 'say gay' in classroom: Florida and LGBTQ advocates on Monday settled a lawsuit over a state law on classroom instruction ...
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Quick Glance: Florida's Recent Agreement Allows Discussion of Sexuality and Gender Identity
- A recent agreement between Florida education officials and civil rights attorneys allows students and teachers to freely discuss sexual orientation and gender identity, as long as it is not part of instruction.
- The agreement clarifies that Florida laws do not prohibit discussion of LGBTQ+ individuals, allow anti-bullying rules based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and do not exclude Gay-Straight Alliance groups.
- The legal battle over the law, dismissed by a federal judge in Tallahassee, was led by civil rights attorneys on behalf of teachers, students, and parents.
- The new arrangement emphasizes the neutrality of the law and underscores the protection of all students at public schools in Florida, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Colorado’s ultimate March Madness game-winner needed every part of rim to beat Florida
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Rubio says he hasn’t heard from anyone in ‘Trump world’ about possible VP consideration
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Florida Democrats say they aren’t giving up, profess optimism about November: Florida Democrats, from community activists to the top of the state party ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/03/24/florida-democrats-say-they-arent-giving-up-profess-optimism-about-november/
DeSantis faces pushback in Florida as voters tire of war on woke: Conservative lawmakers in Florida rejected a host of new culture war proposals ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/03/09/desantis-florida-woke-culture-wars-legislature/
Quick Glance: DeSantis faces resistance in Florida
- A bill banning rainbow flags from public buildings in Florida faces quick legislative failure despite the governor's support.
- Florida has firmly positioned itself as a cultural battleground, but there is a growing pushback.
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is encountering increasing resistance as voters grow weary of culture wars.
- DeSantis is met with declining support and a shifting political landscape in Florida.
2 groups make offers on St. Petersburg’s Tangerine Plaza: Positive Impact Ministries and Stoneweg US submitted offers to the city this week.
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3 takeaways from primaries in Illinois, Ohio and elsewhere: Donald Trump again looms large over GOP primaries. But whether that’s helping his party is another ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/19/gop-primaries-ohio-illinois-election-takeaways/
Quick Glance: Bernie Moreno Emerges Victorious in Ohio's Republican Senate Primaries
- Ohio voters selected Bernie Moreno, a businessman supported by Trump, as the winner of the Republican Senate primaries over Matt Dolan and Frank LaRose.
- Senators Sherrod Brown and Marcy Kaptur are considered vulnerable, attracting national attention.
- The outcome of the General Election in Republican-leaning Ohio is expected to be intense, with Brown being a primary GOP target.
- The Republican primaries and strategic alliances in Ohio have shaped the primary races and could impact the election results.
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