The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a request by a Jacksonville attorney to be reinstated to practice law after a suspension related to his handling of lawsuits against the tobacco industry.
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Both sides agreeing to the settlement essentially claimed the development as victories, with Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office calling it a “major win” and LGBTQ-advocacy group Equality Florida describing it as “historic.”
The bill (SB 1082), which lawmakers unanimously passed, would prevent cities and counties from taking steps to “inhibit” construction of housing for farmworkers on agricultural land. The bill has not been formally sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis, who can sign, veto or allow the legislation to become law without his signature.
Launched in 2002, the Crockett Foundation’s after-school programs, summer programs and student trips help middle schoolers improve their grades, learn new skills and foster a positive outlook on life.
ArtServe’s annual programming and exhibits will be getting additional support thanks to a grant from The Community Foundation of Broward. The funds will help the Fort Lauderdale arts incubator expand community outreach in Broward County and spread the word to Broward artists and art lovers about how they can participate with ArtServe’s many programs.
In a bold move to confront the escalating affordable housing shortage, Broward County leaders have rolled out an unprecedented 10-Year Affordable Housing Master Plan designed to boost the inventory of budget-friendly homes. According to an official announcement on March 12 by the County’s Commission, the initiative is the first in the state to take a comprehensive approach to the issue, with input gathered from a spectrum of community voices, from government bodies to the faith-based sector.
People on the Move, March 15, 2024
Florida’s premier Grateful Dead tribute band will help you celebrate National Guitar Month at Old Town Untapped, everyone’s favorite cultural arts and music block party on April 5, 2024. Come to Bailey Contemporary Arts Center to meet the featured artist in residence of the month, Oscar Montoya, and explore his studio and his beautiful classical style oil painting. Enjoy a night filled with live music and a local DJ, gallery exhibitions, local art vendors and food trucks
In Arkansas, a tragic mass shooting occurred at a private party, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to four others, according to local law enforcement authorities. The assailant, identified as the suspect in the incident, was also pronounced dead. Details surrounding the circumstances leading to the shooting remain under investigation by the police.
In its 50th Reunion Year—to many of its members, the memory seems impossible to believe that nearly one-half century has passed since last donning the halls of several of Broward’s 20 high schools.