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In Flagler County, Florida, 30 volunteers are quietly becoming the backbone of emergency management, saving taxpayers over $175,000 while staffing the operations center five days a week. Their dedication proves that the best disaster response starts with neighbors helping neighbors.
When the Mossy Pond wildfire destroyed 16 homes and left dozens displaced, neighbors didn't wait for instructions. They showed up with donations, time, and determination to help their community rebuild.
More than a hundred students across Palm Beach and Martin counties just got life-changing news: they're sharing $1.7 million in scholarships. The Community Foundation made college dreams possible for local graduates heading into higher education this fall.
Florida voters approved a half-cent sales tax in 2024 to save natural lands, and it's working faster than expected. Martin County has already protected more than 2,000 acres and plans to double that next year.
More than 5,000 volunteers in Orange County, Florida, came together on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to pack over one million meals for families facing hunger. The massive effort will help feed thousands across Central Florida.
A two-hour weekly commitment can bring hot meals and friendship to homebound seniors in Citrus County, Florida. The local Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteer drivers to fill urgent gaps in service.
Down by four runs with just three outs left, Union County High School's baseball team refused to quit. The Florida Fightin' Tigers rallied for five unanswered runs to claim their first state championship in 12 years.
Flagler County's job market is bouncing back after a rough January, with 500 new workers joining the labor force and unemployment dropping to 5.8 percent in February. The growing workforce signals families are still choosing to make Flagler County their home.
A billion-dollar aviation manufacturing facility just broke ground in Florida's Okaloosa County, promising over 300 high-paying jobs for local residents. Williams International's new gas turbine engine plant represents one of the largest industrial investments in the region's history.
When a barred owl became tangled in fishing line and suspended helplessly in the air, Polk County Fire Rescue crews sprang into action. The Monday rescue saved the bird's life and showed how everyday heroes respond to all creatures in need.
A Florida county is recruiting community volunteers to spread awareness about violence prevention and connect neighbors with life-saving support services. Training starts May 20 for those who want to make their community safer.
Hundreds of volunteers across North Central Florida joined forces for a massive community cleanup, collecting everything from 800 cigarette butts to truck bumpers. The effort spanned three counties and brought neighbors together to beautify their home.
When flames threatened a nonprofit's beloved horses in Bay County, Florida, a community sprang into action. Thanks to quick-thinking volunteers and fast-responding firefighters, every animal made it to safety.
Hundreds of volunteers will gather at Ponce Inlet to protect Florida's endangered sea turtles and marine life through a community beach cleanup. The event is part of a nearly 30-year mission to keep Volusia County's coastline pristine.
Scientists at Florida State University have found a way to turn pelagic sargassum, the smelly seaweed choking beaches across Florida, into a valuable food ingredient. The breakthrough could transform millions of tons of coastal waste into a sustainable resource.
While Florida targets climate programs for cuts, its billion-dollar Resilient Florida initiative just secured permanent funding. The program rivals federal efforts and has unanimous political support.
A new $9.5 million innovation center in Santa Rosa County, Florida, is preparing students for future careers through hands-on training in robotics, coding, and skilled trades. Students have already earned over 10,000 industry certifications, smashing their 10-year goal in just six years.
Three Okaloosa County high schools just earned national recognition for making advanced college courses more accessible to students. One school achieved Gold status, while two earned Silver, putting this Florida district on the map for academic excellence.
A new Florida bill aims to slash electricity costs by capping utility profits at the national average and tying company earnings to energy efficiency. The reform comes after Florida Power and Light secured a $7 billion rate increase, with half going straight to profit.
A Florida food bank received a double surprise in one day: $200,000 for a new refrigerated truck and $100,000 to buy food for hungry families. The donations from Publix Charities will help Harry Chapin Food Bank reach more neighbors across Southwest Florida.
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