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Friday, May 1, 2026

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Top StoryMay 1

Maryland Family of Four Rescued After 5-Day Yellowstone Wilderness Ordeal

A Maryland family survived five harrowing days in remote Yellowstone backcountry, sustaining themselves on berries and stream water before being airlifted to safety. The rescue highlights both the perils of backcountry hiking and the effectiveness of coordinated search and rescue operations in one of America's most unforgiving landscapes.

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Community News

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Honoring Our Veterans

Eustis will honor its military veterans with a special ceremony on Saturday, May 11, at 10:00 AM at Ferran Park, featuring local dignitaries and community participation.

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Community Sports

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Wiemer's Record On-Base Streak Ignites Nats' 13-2 Rout of Phillies

Joey Wiemer tied a major league record by reaching base in his first 10 plate appearances of the season, fueling the Washington Nationals' 17-hit explosion in a 13-2 demolition of the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday. Luis Garcia Jr. and Jose Tena powered the offense with key RBIs as Washington improved to 3-1 early in the campaign. The streak ended in the fifth, but the damage was done.

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Local Business

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Eustis Businesses Eye Growth Strategies for 2026

Eustis small business owners are actively discussing growth strategies for 2026, focusing on scaling and expansion to strengthen the local economy.

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Public Schools' $1T Empire: America's 10th Largest Industry

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RPM Searches Surge 100%+: Telehealth Boom Reshapes $138B Market

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Life Insurance Industry Hits $1.1 Trillion as Aging Americans Reshape Financial Planning

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Car Dealers Hit $1.2T Revenue Amid EV Shift Struggles

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Daily Fun

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Unlock the Universe: The Fibonacci Sequence in Your Everyday Life

Ever notice how nature seems to follow a secret code? Prepare to be amazed as we uncover the magical Fibonacci sequence and its surprising presence all around us.

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Bridging the Divide: Cross-Platform Strategies for Maximum Impact

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The Streaming Sea: Navigating the Ever-Shifting Tides of Content

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Streaming Services: A New Dimension of Binge-Watching

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Bridging the Divide: Cross-Platform Harmony in a Disconnected World

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State News

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PortMiami's $345M Expansion Supercharges Florida Trade Hub

PortMiami is transforming into a global powerhouse with multimillion-dollar cruise and cargo upgrades set to double traffic by 2035. From Royal Caribbean's new mega-terminal to cutting-edge AI cargo tech, the port promises jobs and economic boom for South Florida. Officials hail it as a game-changer for Florida's trade dominance.

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Orlando Home Prices Dip Amid Surge in Inventory, Defying Earlier Surge Hype

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Florida Spring Break Draws Record Crowds, Fuels Tourism Boom

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Lightning on Brink vs. Canadiens in Tense Tampa Playoff Thriller

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Gators Capture SEC Baseball Crown in Hoover

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National

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NASA Pushes Artemis III Moon Landing to Late 2027 Amid Orion Setbacks

NASA has delayed its Artemis III crewed lunar landing to late 2027 due to persistent issues with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield and life support systems, revealed after the 2022 Artemis I test flight. The setback, announced by Administrator Bill Nelson, also shifts Artemis II to April 2026 and raises questions about meeting ambitious timelines for the first woman and person of color on the moon. As private landers from SpaceX and others race to catch up, the U.S. return to the lunar surface faces mounting technical hurdles.

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