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Where to Find Free Food in Sarasota and Manatee Counties
Current reporting indicates that close to 40,000 residents in Manatee County including children, are at risk from the government disruption of SNAP benefits. Florida’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) supports millions. In fiscal...
FL Ag Dept. to boost food banks amid shutdown as Democrats urge governor to provide direct aid
Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture is putting together a plan to help food banks amid the government shutdown. The announcement comes as roughly three million Floridians will only receive about half of their regular SNAP benefits this month as...
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3 Winn-Dixie locations in central Alabama converting to Food City
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A grocery store chain with several locations already in Alabama will convert three previous Winn-Dixie stores to Food City. Back in October, the owner of Winn-Dixie supermarkets reported they were selling their remaining...
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‘Soldier’s Lens’ photo exhibit opens in Ybor City
Battalion party after a firefight in Vietnam c. 1968-69. Credit: Tom Arthur / The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in Ybor is now showing ‘The Soldier’s Lens.’ It provides an intimate look at...
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UCF Helps Shape the Future of Space Hospitality and Tourism
As Florida’s Premier University for Engineering, Technology and Innovation, UCF continues to lead the way in preparing students for the industries of tomorrow — including those that reach beyond Earth. UCF students are participating in the Student...
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TECO rate hike approved, set to start in January
Tampa Electric Company’s Big Bend plant in Apollo Beach, Florida. Credit: Dennis McDonald / TECO Plant Big Bend Apollo Beach On Tuesday, the Florida Public Service Commission approved a rate hike for Tampa Electric customers. According to Food &...
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Your weekend guide: Centennial fests, Ren Faire, Thomas Dolby and more
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Leesburg Daily Commercial - Florida
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Several Florida towns, including Lady Lake, Mascotte and Montverde, are celebrating their centennials this year. The centennial celebrations feature events like festivals, fireworks, and historical walking tours. In addition to centennials, the...
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Dr. Christa Court’s Economic Impact Analysis Program’s Disaster Impact Analysis Work recognized with Honorable Mention for AAEA Outstanding Extension Program Award.
Led by Program Director Dr. Christa Court, interdisciplinary experts from the Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) have created a robust disaster impact analysis...
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Need a free meal? 13 restaurants across South Florida are giving out free meal to those who need it most
As we enter Day 34 of a government shutdown, restaurant owner Rodney Mayo is once again filling the gap to help feed people in a time of need across 13 different restaurants.Howley’s is one of the participating locations. General Manager Jes Hill...
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Morning Update: South Florida’s top stories for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.
Here are the top stories for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. Get the weather forecast for today here. SUBSCRIBE NOW: Get our free Morning Update email. Sign up here. Progressive reveals how it plans to distribute $1 billion in refunds to auto policyholders...
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Local food banks and pantries still gearing up to help as the government shutdown continues
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It’s day 34 of the federal government shutdown, and SNAP recipients received some good news as the Trump administration will use contingency funds to pay partial SNAP benefits. That’s after two judges ordered the...
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Sarasota Audubon Society saves bird sanctuary from nearby development
Tricolored Heron in the celery fields, Sarasota Florida Credit: Bob Wyble / Shutterstock Since the 1880s we’ve referred to dopey people as birdbrains. I contend it’s a misnomer. Birds are actually pretty smart – think about how far they migrate...
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Harry Chapin Food Bank declares emergency as federal shutdown extends into fifth week
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South Central Florida Life
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Special to Hendry County News FORT MYERS — Harry Chapin Food Bank has declared an emergency as the federal government shutdown enters its fifth week. Thousands of Southwest Florida families are struggling to put food on the table as SNAP benefits...
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Florida gastroenterologist reveals why your gut makes noises and what it means: ‘You should have bowel sounds every…’
Has it ever happened to you that you are just sitting or doing normal chores, and suddenly your stomach starts making gurgling noises? Worry not, because hearing sounds in your gut is completely normal. These occur quite frequently and are often...
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Belleville schools collecting food, will distribute it Nov. 5
With the federal food assistance program being delayed during the ongoing government shutdown, the Belleville Public Schools are helping to ensure local families do not go hungry. The school district is coordinating a food drive, seeking...
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FWC ends five-year ban on oyster harvesting in Apalachicola Bay
Fishermen oystering in Apalachicola Bay at Indian Pass on Feb. 21, 2006. Credit: https://flic.kr/p/drjb82 / Flickr TALLAHASSEE — Ending a five-year ban, limited oyster harvesting will return in January to some parts of Northwest Florida’s...
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South Florida residents, organizations helping SNAP recipients as funds in jeopardy
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CBS 4 Miami - Florida
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November 3, 2025 / 6:59 PM EST / CBS Miami Lindsay Poveromo-Joly and her kids are keeping the table full on their Coral Springs front porch. "There's no reason in a country full of billionaires any child should go hungry," she said. When Joly...
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Tampa Electric residential customers will face yet another rate increase
Tampa Electric residential customers who use 1,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per month will pay on average $5.50 more each month starting in January 2026. The increase finalized Tuesday is part of yearly adjustments tacked on to a base rate...
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Richmond Pet Evolution to Host Pet Food Drive in November to Benefit Local Food Pantries
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Fort Bend Herald - Texas
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Customers who donate will receive 10% off their Pet Evolution purchase November 3, 2025 - Pet Evolution, a growing retail store for healthy pet foods and services, will host a Pet Food Drive during November at all of its store locations, including...
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Will food stamps be available in November? Can I still use EBT card? Updates
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The Oklahoman
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As the government shutdown reaches nearly record-breaking length, Oklahomans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to purchase food are still without aid from the government. The well ran dry on Nov. 1, according to the...
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