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New training initiative in Florida helps fight human trafficking
Attorney General Ashley Moody is enlisting more soldiers and creating new tools in the fight to end human trafficking in Florida. more
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IMMOKALEE -- When an Immokalee man's bicycle -- his sole source of transportation -- was stolen, Collier County deputies took action to get him a new bicycle.
Deputies help man whose bicycle was stolen
Three Collier County Sheriff’s Office deputies took action when an Immokalee man’s bicycle was stolen… more
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A community mourns the loss of single father, Nicholas Morales, after he was shot and killed by a CCSO deputy.
Coalition of Immokalee Workers calls for justice for Nicholas Morales
The Coalition of Immokalee Workers work to amplify their community’s demands for justice and common-sense police reforms. more
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Parents face special challenges after a hurricane
Nobody ever said family life was a breeze ... yet few are prepared for the gale force impact that hurricanes can pack… more
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Jonica Hough, owner of Ultimateflags.com, was thrilled to get a package from the Marines who received her flags.
Flag company surprised with gift from Marines
Several months ago, UltimateFlags.com received a request from a Marine... more
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Okeechobee's Trail of Hope Rescue has puppies galore
OKEECHOBEE – If you’re in the market for some puppy love, check out the Trail of Hope rescue in Okeechobee. more
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As Florida enters termite swarm season, UF/IFAS scientists tell consumers what to know
Termites cause $5 billion a year in damage to structures across America more
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A conservation easement is a legal agreement between a landowner and a land trust or government agency that limits the use of the land to protect its conservation values.
A Natural Treasure: Florida’s Sandhills & Grasslands
A few miles southeast of Lake City, a 439-acre pristine sandhill ecosystem thrives. more
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This photo is of a Burmese python.
UF led team to forecast invasive species’ spread in southeast
A team of scientists is embarking on a two-year project to forecast how invasive species might roam beyond Florida more
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Shellfish may improve water quality in north Florida estuary
A team of scientists from the University of Florida and elsewhere hopes to restore a polluted estuary in north Florida... more
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A snook swims in a recovery tank after tagging.
Scientists collaborate with Duke Energy to tag snook to learn more about winter survival and migration patterns
University of Florida researchers have teamed up with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission more
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Florida Forest Service launches “Be Wildfire Ready” campaign to educate Panhandle residents
On Feb. 25, the Florida Forest Service announced the launch of a wildfire prevention initiative aimed at educating residents more
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Florida’s Historic Capitol is turned purple to promote Alzheimer’s Awareness at the 2020 Alzheimer’s Rally in Tally.
Alzheimer’s advocates to gather virtually for annual ‘Rally in Tally’
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, this year’s Alzheimer’s “Rally in Tally” – March 9-11 – will be in a virtual format more
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Pictured is black and white tegu.
FWC approves rule changes to help protect Florida from 16 high-risk invasive reptiles
FWC approves staff recommendations to create new rules to address the importation, breeding and possession of high-risk invasive reptiles. more
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Program pays ranchers in Southwest Florida to help panthers
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will provide technical and financial assistance for conservation practices that improve its habitat... more
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Anthony Vickers spotted the little boy riding his tricycle on the road and stopped to rescue him.
Lost toddler is reunited with his family
There was great rejoicing this morning after a toddler was reunited with his parents. more
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Collier County Deputies, CSD Ahrens and Corporal Johnny Cisnero stopped to have their photo taken with the famous “LOVE LIFE” sign that Steve Fugate wears above his head while he walks.
The Love-Life Guy walks for panthers and people
LABELLE - Steve Fugate has walked across the U.S. eight times. He is known as the original “LOVE LIFE” guy, who has logged over 30,000 miles with his LOVE LIFE sign. “Love Life … more
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Florida PSC and FTRI discuss new technology use to benefit Floridians with speech or hearing disabilities
On Feb. 16, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) met with Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI) representatives... more
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Linda Hazellief is known to friends and family as Ms. MacGyver.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Linda Hazellief is a jack of all trades
We know her now as a One Blood recruiter, but Linda Hazellief has had many unusual occupations. more
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FWC virtual meeting Feb. 25-26 open to the public
This meeting is being held by communications media technology, specifically using Adobe Connect more
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