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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

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Top StoryMay 5

Meet Judy McGrath at Hearthstone Gardens

Judy McGrath's creative vision and dedication are transforming Hearthstone Gardens into a continuously enchanting and welcoming space for all Columbia County residents.

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Community News

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February 2026 Message From the Chairman

Fort White residents are encouraged to review the February 2026 message from the Chairman, a regular communication designed to keep the community informed about local government activities.

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Meet Judy McGrath at Hearthstone Gardens

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Daytona Beach: Your Gateway to Easy Travel and Unforgettable Stays

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Chase Elliott held off Denny Hamlin in a heart-pounding final restart to claim victory in the Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway. The win capped Chevrolet's dominant tripleheader weekend sweep, spotlighting Hendrick Motorsports' resurgence. With multiple triumphs this season, Elliott joins Tyler Reddick in the elite winners' circle.[1][2][5]

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Elite 2025 Hoops Recruits Lock In With Powerhouses

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Ducks Stun McDavid, Oilers in Playoff Upset

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2026 NFL Draft Shocks: Saints Steal Gem, Sanders Stumbles

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Astros Host Winless White Sox in AL Clash of Titans and Tanks

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Local Business

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Tesla Stock Rallies on Q2 Deliveries Beat Amid EV Market Headwinds

Tesla's stock surged roughly 4-5% after the company delivered 384,122 vehicles in the second quarter of 2025, exceeding analyst expectations and signaling unexpected strength despite a broader slowdown in electric vehicle demand. The results come as Tesla grapples with a widening gap between production and deliveries, raising questions about demand sustainability in key markets.

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Amazon's $15B Warehouse Blitz Reshapes U.S. Logistics

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The Great Decoupling: Why Consumer Spending Defies Inflation's Grip

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Trump Slaps 100% Tariffs on China, Igniting New Trade War Fury

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CRE's Refinancing Gauntlet: $1 Trillion Debt Wall Tests Market Resilience

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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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Medicaid Work Mandate Looms: 80 Hours or Lose Coverage by 2027

A sweeping federal law dubbed the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' forces states to impose 80-hour monthly work requirements on most able-bodied Medicaid adults by January 2027, threatening coverage for millions. The policy, signed last summer, slashes $1 trillion from the program over a decade amid warnings of administrative chaos and coverage losses. As deadlines tighten, states scramble to comply while critics decry barriers to care.

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