Healthy Teens Welcomes New Executive Director

Healthy Teens Welcomes New Executive Director

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“We are thrilled to bring Jonathan on board, given his experience in organizational strategy, finance, policy, and project management, as well as his extensive volunteer history with youth and children’s organizations, both in the UK and internationally. With his leadership, the board is confident Healthy Teens will continue to grow in its ability to empower youth to make informed choices about their physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being.”

Florida Turnpike reopens in Osceola County after semi-truck crash, fire

Florida Turnpike reopens in Osceola County after semi-truck crash, fire

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OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Turnpike in Osceola County was closed for hours Monday after two semi-trucks crashed and caught fire, according to Florida Highway Patrol officials. The crash happened just before 6 a.m. in the southbound lanes near the Kissimmee Park Road exit at mile marker 237, according to FHP Lt. Kim Montes….

SRQ Smashes Monthly Passenger Record
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SRQ Smashes Monthly Passenger Record

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“It is exciting to see the airport break the 300,000-passenger level in a single month. This has never occurred in the history of the airport and to do so in the summer when we typically see fewer travelers is pretty amazing. I think this is a testament that people are ready to travel again and with so many new choices being offered at SRQ, the community and visitors are now experiencing the convenience and simplicity of using our airport.” stated Rick Piccolo, President, CEO of the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.

Florida resident detained as latest suspect in killing of Haitian president

Florida resident detained as latest suspect in killing of Haitian president

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — The latest suspect detained in Haiti amid the search for the masterminds and assassins in the killing of President Jovenel Moise is a Haitian in his 60s living in Florida who identifies himself as a doctor and has accused the leaders of his homeland of corruption. Police identified the man Sunday…

All of Southwest Florida under a severe weather threat today

All of Southwest Florida under a severe weather threat today

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Good Monday morning, Southwest Florida! We have a fairly active weather pattern coupled with warm weather to start the week. Today, highs will reach the low to mid 90s with winds out of the Southeast at 5-15 mph. Our humidity will make it feel a bit muggy today. Thankfully, Fort Myers’ “feels like” temperatures will…

Just released! FWC’s 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals, by Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Commission

Just released! FWC’s 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals, by Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Commission

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) just released the new 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals. These high-quality waterproof stickers feature two different designs and are a fun way for people to directly support research, rescue and management efforts that conserve these species and spread awareness about the challenges they face. Each July,…