Invest 98-L Weakens in Atlantic
Invest 98-L is becoming less organized several hundred miles east of Bermuda. The National Hurricane Center gives the system a 20 percent chance of development through the next seven days as it moves slowly westward. If it strengthens into a named storm, it would be called Fay.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCape Canaveral Considers Property Tax Increase
Cape Canaveral leaders are considering a property tax increase to address a budget shortfall. Other options include selling city assets and privately managing some recreation services. Residents are divided between raising taxes to preserve programs and cutting city spending.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpaceX President Urges Boeing to Fly Starliner
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell says Boeing should begin flying its Starliner capsule, while Crew Dragon will remain in service. Starliner’s only crewed test suffered helium leaks and thruster failures. Its next mission is planned as an uncrewed cargo flight, with crew certification possibly delayed until 2027.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCareless Driving Charge Against Former Titusville Police Chief Dismissed
A judge dismissed former Titusville Police Chief John Lau’s careless driving citation after state troopers presented no evidence or witnesses concerning his rollover crash. Adjudication was withheld on an open-container charge, with Lau required to pay a fine within 90 days.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Announces Workforce Pell Grant Programs
Florida has released its first list of short-term training programs eligible for federal Workforce Pell Grants. The financial aid will support programs lasting as little as eight weeks that prepare students for high-wage or in-demand jobs.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFlorida Dengue Cases Climb to 152
Florida reported 41 new locally acquired dengue cases in one week, bringing this year’s total to 152. Most cases are in Hillsborough County. Brevard remains under a mosquito-borne illness advisory, with residents urged to use repellent and eliminate standing water.
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