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How a homestead exemption overhaul could reshape St. Petersburg budgets
City leaders in St. Petersburg say raising the homestead exemption and moving toward eliminating property taxes could leave…
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DeSantis special session: Gaetz endorses plan to eliminate homestead property taxes
Senator Don Gaetz has publicly endorsed Governor Ron DeSantis' proposal to phase out the homestead property tax. The…
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How a Supreme Court decision is changing voting rights and congressional maps
A high court decision narrowed Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, triggering rapid redistricting maneuvers in several…
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DeSantis proposal to reshape Florida homestead exemption draws mixed reactions
Florida lawmakers are weighing a constitutional change to expand and ultimately phase out the homestead exemption. Senator Don…
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Birmingham-Southern closes after 168 years: a longtime Methodist liberal arts college shuts
A long-standing Methodist liberal arts college in Birmingham ended operations after 168 years, graduating its last class in…
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Why Ron DeSantis is delaying endorsements while handling state priorities
Governor Ron DeSantis says he is concentrating on finishing work on the state budget and a homestead property…
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How megachurches are building their own colleges and reshaping education
A growing number of large churches are founding colleges that prioritize hands-on training and church culture. This piece…
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How Florida’s $49 billion health budget aims to strengthen care and workforce
The Florida Hospital Association lauds the statewide allocation of $49 billion for healthcare, highlighting investments that target rural…
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Megachurches move into higher education as a Methodist liberal arts college shuts down
A historic Methodist liberal arts college in the Bible Belt graduated its last class in May 2026 and…
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How a bigger homestead exemption would reshape Florida local finances
A governor-backed constitutional amendment would raise homestead exemptions and ultimately eliminate some property taxes, promising homeowner relief while…
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Why megachurches are launching colleges and what it means for small schools
As historic small colleges face closure, large congregations and faith networks are building or partnering with colleges. This…
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How Florida’s new budget and property tax push reshuffle political fortunes
A $114.5 billion budget moved forward after extended negotiations, Gov. Ron DeSantis summoned a new special session focused…
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Why megachurches are expanding into higher education in the Bible Belt
As longstanding faith-based colleges shutter, larger congregations are filling gaps by launching academic programs, partnerships and campus-style offerings…
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Richie Floyd secures second term on St. Petersburg city council without an opponent
St. Petersburg City Council member Richie Floyd was re-elected to represent District 8 after the qualifying period closed…
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How megachurches are becoming college founders and what it means
Large religious congregations are increasingly launching colleges or affiliating with existing institutions. This trend responds to shifting enrollment…
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Oliver Gilbert leaves county commission seat amid possible bid for Florida’s 24th District
Oliver Gilbert announced he will leave his Miami-Dade Commission seat effective Jan. 3, 2027, coinciding with Rep. Frederica…
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Why megachurches are buying and reshaping colleges in the Bible Belt
As enrollment declines and budgets strain small religious colleges, some campuses are being taken over or partnered with…
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Paul Renner’s rural tour targets faith leaders and small businesses in Florida
Paul Renner is embarking on a series of stops across rural Florida to meet community leaders and voters,…
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Senators propose national rules to address NIL, transfers and competitive balance
A bipartisan group of senators unveiled a comprehensive legislative outline intended to bring uniformity to college athlete compensation,…
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Local firefighter endorsements bolster Aaron Bean ahead of competitive CD 4 contest
Local firefighter unions in Clay and Nassau counties have endorsed incumbent Aaron Bean for a third term, while…
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How a bigger homestead exemption might reshape school budgets in Florida
Florida Education Association leaders argue that expanding the homestead exemption proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis would remove billions…
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Senator Rick Scott opposes hefty investment fund in Iran negotiations
Rick Scott argues that a sizable postwar investment fund for Iran would be unacceptable, calls for reparations and…
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Senate files SJR 2F offering different path for Florida homestead tax relief
A newly filed Senate joint resolution reflects parts of the governor's property tax plan but departs on critical…
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How the proposed homestead exemption would reshape Florida property taxes
Explore the mechanics of Governor DeSantis’s homestead exemption proposal, how the special session and ballot process work, and…