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09/13/2026 · Valrico
Petit Comic 2008 Issue Details Surface
Details have emerged regarding the 9th issue of 2008 for the josei manga magazine Petit Comic, including its accompanying image file and publication focus.
Temple Terrace Water Restrictions Extended Through October 2026
Temple Terrace's extreme water shortage restrictions remain in effect until October 1, 2026. The rules limit watering schedules, timeframes, and methods for residents and businesses to conserve local water resources.
09/13/2026
ACC's Role in College Sports Racial Integration
The ACC played a key role in integrating college sports during the 1950s and 60s, scheduling games against integrated teams and eventually integrating its own programs.
09/13/2026
Steve Angeli's Syracuse Stats Detailed
Syracuse quarterback Steve Angeli's career and 2026 season statistics are now available for local football fans. The junior quarterback has posted strong numbers through his college tenure.
09/13/2026
Live Oaks Square Neighborhood Watch Sets September Meeting
The Live Oaks Square Neighborhood Watch invites residents to its monthly meeting on September 29 to discuss community safety and well-being. The event is free and open to all.
09/13/2026
Two motorcyclists arrested after fleeing Brandon traffic stop
Deputies used helicopter surveillance to track two fleeing motorcyclists in Brandon on June 13. One suspect abandoned his bike; the other was stopped by an oncoming train.
09/13/2026
Plant City Releases Unofficial Runoff Election Results
Plant City's unofficial municipal runoff results are now public. The Canvassing Board certifies official results May 29.
09/13/2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
09/13/2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
09/13/2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
09/13/2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
09/13/2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
09/13/2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
09/13/2026