Tuesday, September 8, 2020

DeSantis not reopening state government & Florida's flawed guardianship system

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DeSantis itching to reopen just about everything but Florida's government

There hasn't been an in-person Cabinet meeting since February. The Capitol remains closed to the public. State workers are still operating under social distancing restrictions and mask...

Court records helped expose flaws in Florida's guardianship system. Industry lawyers want to make them confidential

A committee of attorneys is pushing a rewrite of Florida law that would block public access to guardianship court records by making them confidential — a move critics say would create a lack...

Tropical Storm Rene joins Tropical Storm Paulette in Atlantic

Tropical Storm Rene joined Tropical Storm Paulette, both forming Monday afternoon in the Atlantic Ocean, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Leaning In: Chef Jenn Ross on highlighting Black excellence

What do vegans look like? Chef Jenn Ross is helping transform the public's perception via the "Irie experience" at her Eatonville restaurant.

Florida reports 1,838 new coronavirus infections, 22 resident deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 1,838 new coronavirus cases and 22 new fatalities on Monday.

Black gun groups thrive across South Florida in times of civil unrest

Black gun owners are finding camaraderie in groups forming across South Florida — one-stop destinations that let them address gun issues, learn self-defense and plan ways to volunteer in...

It hardly seems possible, but the presidential campaign is about to amp up in Florida

With analysts and polls seeing a slim advantage for Joe Biden in Florida, where mail ballots start arriving at voters' homes in about three weeks, the presidential race is about to get even...

'Mighty mice' stay musclebound in space, boon for astronauts

Bulked-up, mutant "mighty mice" held onto their muscle during a monthlong stay at the International Space Station, returning to Earth with ripped bodybuilder physiques, scientists...

Florida deputy on administrative leave after jail fight with Black teen

A Black teenager had to be transported to the hospital after he quarreled with a corrections deputy Tuesday at the Sarasota County Juvenile Assessment Center.

16 former UCF Knights earn spots on NFL rosters

The 2020 NFL season kicks off this week with 16 UCF Knights on pro rosters, with another three on practice squads and others still working to earn practice squad spots.

Former Boone, UF star Tommy Townsend earns punting job for Super Bowl champion Chiefs

Punter Tommy Townsend, a Florida Gators and Boone High alum, was named the Kansas City Chiefs punter Saturday after holding the position through most of preseason camp.

Lakeland ATV safari yields encounters with antelope, zebras, lemurs

An ATV expedition at Safari Wilderness near Lakeland provides close encounters with antelope, zebras, lemurs and more on 260 acres of land.

Iguana Awareness Day: Learn more about these reptiles and where to see them

Here are a few iguana fun facts and places to them in Central Florida in honor of National Iguana Awareness Day.

In 'Lifespan of a Fact,' Ryan Ball looks for truth

Ryan Ball is interested in the truth. So is the play "The Lifespan of a Fact," which makes its local premiere Sept. 11 in a production by The Ensemble Company at Penguin Point Productions...

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