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Florida Poly student publishes research showing peacock feathers emit laser light
Yahoo News
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POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A 20-year-old student at Florida Polytechnic University is a published scientist after he and his professor discovered peacock feathers can be used in laser physics. “Essentially, what we found was that you can use...
Artists demonstrate their talent at Canfield Fair
Morning Journal - Ohio
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Suzanne Gray, 75, of Columbiana, arts and humanities coordinator and art instructor at the Davis YMCA in Boardsman, poses with pictures of her students at the YMCA Artists demonstration booth just outside the Fine Arts building at the Canfield...
Florida’s rainbow crosswalks and other public art ordered removed
The Art Newspaper
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August 29, 2025
The artist Robin Haines Merrill—a Christian minister who goes by the name Sister Robin—was hired in 2016 to paint crosswalks and intersections in her home city of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Part of the Safe Streets programme, the commission had...
Sarasota artists, activists grieve and mobilize after sidewalk art ban
Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida
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Florida Senate Bill 1662, signed by Gov. DeSantis, mandates the removal of art from roadways, including sidewalks, citing safety concerns. The removal of sidewalk art in Sarasota has sparked protests and criticism, with some viewing it as an...
Southern rock legend to have Florida U.S. 41 named for him
Ocala Star Banner - Florida
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A Southern rock legend with deep Florida roots will have a stretch of U.S. Highway 41 named after him — if the state approves. Sarasota County commissioners are sending a request to the Florida Department of Transportation to rename part of U.S....
List of the Finest AI Development Companies in Florida for 2025 Revealed by TopDevelopers.co
WhaTech
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August 29, 2025
TopDevelopers.co has proudly published its latest list of the Finest AI Development Companies in Florida for 2025— firms that are pioneering intelligent solutions and helping businesses thrive in an increasingly data-driven world. As organizations...
Brevard Humane Society Tuxes & Tails Gala Raises Over $165,000 for Homeless Pets
Space Coast Daily - Florida
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August 30, 2025
Sheriff Ivey wowed attendees by raising $8,250 for a SWAT Team Experience The Brevard Humane Society’s 14th Annual Tuxes & Tails Greatest Show Gala, held on August 23, raised over $165,000 to benefit homeless pets in Brevard County. BREVARD COUNTY...
Meet Monty: Humane Society of Broward’s Sweet Pup Looking for a Home
WSFL-TV - Florida
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August 29, 2025
Cherie Wachter from the Humane Society of Broward County joined Inside South Florida with Monty, a three-year-old pup ready to find his forever home. At just 42 pounds, Monty is affectionate, loves belly rubs and car rides, and walks great on a...
Tips for growing citrus in North Florida
The Florida Times-Union
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Cold-hardy citrus varieties like satsuma mandarins and Sugar Belle oranges can thrive in North Florida despite occasional freezes. Proper planting and care are essential for citrus success, including full sun, well-draining soil, consistent...
Jacksonville artists ‘frustrated’ as city begins costly crosswalk mural removals
News4Jax - Florida
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August 29, 2025
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Some Jacksonville artists said they’re frustrated as the city began its costly crosswalk mural removals from streets on Friday. RELATED: Rainbow crosswalk in 5 Points area could be in jeopardy after federal initiative calls...
September in the Garden for Central Florida
Orlando Sentinel - Florida
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August 30, 2025
The Almanac Average temperature: High 90, Low 72 Rainfall: 5.76 inches 1. Moon phases Full moon: Sept. 1 Last quarter: Sept. 14 New moon: Sept. 21 First quarter: Sept. 29 2. Moon sign planting dates Above-ground crops: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 24, 25, 26,...
The Weekly Wrap: Florida Cities Face a War on Rainbow Crosswalks
Next City
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August 29, 2025
Welcome back to The Weekly Wrap, our Friday roundup of stories that explain the problems oppressing people in cities and elevate the solutions that bring us closer to economic, environmental and social justice. If you enjoy this newsletter, share...
Fair draws fine artistry
The Vindicator - Ohio
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Correspondent photo / Susan Wojnar Suzanne Gray, 75, of Columbiana, arts and humanities coordinator and art instructor at the Davis YMCA in Boardman, stands with pictures of her students at the YMCA Artists demonstration booth outside the Fine...
Florida man in Batman PJs catches burglary suspect in the act: 'DON'T TRY TO GET AWAY'
Toronto Sun
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August 29, 2025
Police in Florida received help with a burglary in process from an unexpected vigilante — a neighbourhood man wearing Batman pyjamas.Article content The Cape Coral Police Department responded to a home in Southeast Cape Coral early Wednesday when...
Florida extends record executions with date set for man who fatally stabbed couple during robbery
Fox News
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President Donald Trump said he will be seeking the death penalty in Washington, D.C., for those convicted of murder. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A Florida man who fatally stabbed a married couple during a robbery is scheduled to be...
Arts & Events Preview: MOAS
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
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The Museum of Arts & Sciences (MOAS) in Daytona Beach, Florida, is Central Florida's primary art, science, and history museum. MOAS holds significant collections, including the best-preserved Giant Ground Sloth fossil in North America and one of...
Arts & Events Preview: ACA
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
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The Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) in New Smyrna Beach offers artist residencies, a gallery, arts education, and live performances. Over 6,000 artists have participated in ACA's residencies, spanning various disciplines. ACA operates the Arts...
Looking forward: The month of September in the arts
St. Pete Catalyst - Florida
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August 30, 2025
To borrow from Earth, Wind & Fire, do you remember dancing in September? Ba-dee-ya! Remember how the stars stole the night away? The 9th month of the year will be upon us soon, and on performances stages there’ll be lots of stars to steal the...
Florida Scallop Music and Arts Festival kicks off Labor Day Weekend
WJHG - Florida
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August 29, 2025
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - This Labor Weekend, head over to Gulf County to enjoy the annual Florida Scallop, Music and Arts Festival! Spread across two days of fun on Saturday and Sunday, George Core Park will depict everything from great...
State now orders Fort Lauderdale to remove even more street art designs
South Florida Sun Sentinel
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August 30, 2025
Two days after Fort Lauderdale agreed to fight a state order to remove a rainbow pride flag and three other artsy designs painted on a local street, the state fired off a letter listing seven more sites that need to be removed. The letter, sent...