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Friday, May 1, 2026

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Workers' Comp for Site Prep Contractors in Columbia County FL

Lake City site preparation contractors are reminded of the critical importance of Workers' Compensation insurance for employee safety and legal compliance in Columbia County.

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Community News

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Lake City Officials Discuss 'Build America, Buy America' Act Implications

Lake City officials are discussing the 'Build America, Buy America' Act to understand its impact on local projects and procurement, aiming to prioritize American-made goods in federally funded infrastructure.

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Lake City Residents Enjoy Farm-Fresh Pizza Dinner

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Lake City Prepares for Annual Spring Clean-Up Initiative

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Workers' Comp for Site Prep Contractors in Columbia County FL

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FAQs: Fastening of Xci Ply, Xci Ply Class A, and Xci NB

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Crime & Public Safety

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USF Student's Body Found Off Howard Frankland Bridge; Roommate Charged

The remains of missing University of South Florida student Zamil Limon, 27, were recovered Friday from waters near Tampa's Howard Frankland Bridge, as his roommate faces multiple felony charges in a shocking domestic violence case. Nahida Bristy, 27, Limon's other roommate, remains missing amid an intensifying search by Hillsborough and Pinellas sheriffs. An autopsy is pending to reveal the cause of death.

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Tampa Roommate Charged in USF Student's Death as Search for Second Continues

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Community Sports

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Panthers Crush Leafs 6-1 in Game 7, Storm to East Finals

The Florida Panthers unleashed a second-period barrage to demolish the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 on May 18, 2025, securing their third straight Eastern Conference Finals berth.[1][2] Sergei Bobrovsky's 19 saves and goals from six different skaters propelled the defending Stanley Cup champions forward.[1][5] Sunrise erupts as Florida eyes another deep playoff run.

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Miami Heat Extend Playoff Streak Crushing Rivals in Thriller

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Gators Clinch SEC Baseball Crown in Gainesville Glory

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Gators Gearing Up for SEC Baseball Tourney Glory in Gainesville

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Miami Heat Crush Bulls 109-90 in Play-In, Advance to Face Hawks

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Local Business

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Lake City Residents Navigate Florida Homeowners Insurance in 2026

Lake City homeowners are reviewing their insurance policies as the 2026 hurricane season approaches, with local agents reporting increased inquiries about coverage and options.

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Custom Teak Shingle Project Underway in Lake City

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HVAC Contractor Insurance: A Local Look at Florida Requirements

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Choosing an Irrigation Company in Lake City: What Residents Should Know

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Hydrangeas: A Blooming Choice for Lake City Gardens

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Schools & Kids

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Florida Lawmakers Advance Teacher Pay Reforms Amid Shortage Crisis

As Florida's teacher vacancies surge, lawmakers in the 2026 session are pushing bills to boost salaries, restore multiyear contracts and tackle retention head-on. From Tallahassee to Tampa Bay classrooms, these measures aim to value educators with higher minimum pay and incentives. The proposals signal a pivotal shift in addressing the state's education staffing emergency.

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Health & Wellness

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Miami-Dade Alerts Residents to New Dengue Cases in 2025 Surge

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County has confirmed two cases of locally acquired dengue fever this year, prompting a mosquito-borne illness alert amid warmer weather. Health officials are ramping up surveillance and public education to curb outbreaks in high-risk areas like Hialeah and Miami. With 920 cases reported countywide from 2018-2022, residents face a familiar threat as climate change fuels mosquito proliferation.

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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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UF Startups Deploy AI Drones to Battle Florida Citrus Greening

As Florida's citrus production hits its lowest in 80 years, University of Florida startups are fusing AI and aerospace tech for drone-based grove monitoring. This partnership aims to help growers detect and fight citrus greening faster amid the industry's $9 billion crisis. Hope is rising for the Sunshine State's iconic orange groves.

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Orlando Office Vacancies Hit 8% Low as Tech Surge Fuels Demand

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PortMiami Crushes Q1 2026 Passenger Record, Fuels Miami Boom

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Tampa's Vasilevskiy Blanks Rangers in Game 7 Shutout Thriller

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FSU Seminoles Clinch ACC Baseball Crown in Tallahassee Thriller

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National

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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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