Good Morning! On this day in 1950, musician Bob Burns was born in Jacksonville. Burns was the drummer for Lynyrd Skynyrd from 1964-74.
The next Falcon 9 rocket launch from Florida is scheduled for Nov. 29. A Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center this past Thursday evening on a milestone mission that marked the 100th launch from the Space Coast this year.
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MCO Disruptions During Tram Replacement
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is replacing four terminal link trams in a two-year, $253 million project that will begin on Dec. 3 and is expected to be completed by fall 2027. Passengers can expect temporary disruptions.
The Gate Link Replacement Project will upgrade the vehicles and infrastructure for gates 70-129. Airport officials said the new trams will enhance reliability, provide a smoother ride, and improve safety and sustainability.
During construction, at least one gate link on each side will remain operational. Shuttle buses will be available 24 hours a day. Officials have advised travelers using rental cars or ground transportation to allow an extra 30 minutes for travel time.
The gates for Southwest Airlines, numbered 100 to 129, will be the first to be affected. Then the work will start for gates 70-99, where Delta operates. The project is part of a $5.9 billion capital improvement plan to modernize and expand MCO.
Florida House Advances Tax Cut Proposals
The Florida House advanced eight property tax cut proposals through their first committees last week, a move that could alter how local governments fund $18 billion worth of services and launch a high-stakes fight with Democrats.
The package, framed as a “buffet” of options for voters, included seven constitutional amendments for the 2026 ballot and a bill offering tax breaks to married couples.
The most far-reaching measure would eliminate all non-school property taxes on primary homes. GOP leaders say soaring local taxes demand action, while Democrats warn of cuts to services and question why lawmakers aren’t tackling insurance costs.
Gov. Ron DeSantis blasted the House plan as “milquetoast,” pushing for a single, unified proposal. The Senate has not yet filed companion bills.
Sen. Rick Scott’s More Affordable Care Act
U.S. Sen. Rick Scott introduced the More Affordable Care Act, calling the Affordable Care Act a “broken system” that the American people are demanding be fixed.
The Naples Republican believes his plan is better than the original, and said, “Obamacare has failed to deliver on its promises: families didn’t get to keep their insurance plans, couldn’t keep their doctors, and didn’t save money—and neither did the federal government.“
The legislation maintains protections for pre-existing conditions, allows Americans to shop for health insurance across state lines, and aims to increase transparency in healthcare pricing.
If passed, the bill would allow states to waive certain elements of Obamacare by establishing a health freedom waiver program. The waiving states would have access to Trump Health Freedom Accounts, replacing the premium tax credits under the original Affordable Care Act.
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➤ Miami: After the Epstein Files Transparency Act was signed by the president last week, the Justice Department asked a Florida court to unseal grand jury transcripts in the sex trafficking cases of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. A U.S. district judge previously rejected a similar DOJ request in July. (More)
➤ Leon County: On Friday, a circuit judge ruled that state officials were correct in rejecting over 200,000 petition signatures for an amendment to allow recreational marijuana to be placed on the ballot. The Smart & Safe Florida political committee said it will appeal. (More)
➤ Tallahassee: State regulators approved a four-year rate settlement that will increase Florida Power & Light’s base rate by $945 million in 2026 and $705 million in 2027. Opponents said they will challenge the plan in the Florida Supreme Court. (More)
➤ Statewide: Florida’s DOGE has requested that all 12 state universities provide data on every undergraduate course, including syllabuses and faculty information, for the next two academic years. (More)
➤ Boca Raton: MiCa, a self-driving shuttle, made its debut on Friday and will soon offer free rides around Mizner Park. (More)
➤ Miramar: U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick denied wrongdoing a day after the Justice Department indicted her on federal charges that she stole $5 million in COVID vaccine funding for her 2021 congressional campaign, saying, “This is an unjust, baseless, sham indictment.” (More)
➤ Pensacola: Out of 84 applicants, the University of West Florida has selected Manny Diaz Jr. as the sole finalist to be considered as the university’s seventh president. (More)
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➤ The Jacksonville Jaguars toppled the Arizona Cardinals 27-24 in overtime despite an up-and-down performance from quarterback Trevor Lawrence. (More)
➤ The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield ended up with his left arm in a sling on the sideline during the team’s 34-7 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football. (More)
➤The Tampa Bay Lightning extended their win streak to three games on Saturday night after pushing four goals past the Washington Capitals’ goaltender Logan Thompson in the first period, leading to a 5-3 Lightning victory. (More)
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➤ Groveland officials have promised a full investigation into a 10-year $1.6 million incentive package that was signed with Kroger in 2019, following the supermarket’s announcement that it is closing its delivery fulfillment center and cutting 1,400 local jobs. (More)
➤ Toy-making giant Mattel is developing plans to bring the first retractable-roof water park to Orlando, with Barbie, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Hot Wheels themes. (More)
➤ Upgrade Labs, a new biohacking fitness and wellness facility, opened in Lake Nona. This is the company’s first location in Florida, offering advanced technologies such as cryotherapy, red light therapy, and AI-based training. (More)
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➤ State officials launched the Arrive Alive campaign to encourage safe driving on state roads during the holiday season. Arrive Alive is the first statewide data-driven traffic safety initiative that unifies all of Florida’s public safety agencies. (More)
➤ Orlando may become the flagship destination for the Top Gun immersive thrill ride, inspired by Paramount Pictures’ Top Gun (1986) and Top Gun: Maverick (2022) films. The Top Gun Las Vegas ride is set to debut in 2028 on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. (More)
➤ The Fort, a $30 million complex in Snyder Park in Fort Lauderdale, is being called “Disney World for pickleball players.” Last month, it hosted a Pickleball World Cup tournament that drew players and fans from 68 countries. (More)
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MCO Disruptions During Tram Replacement
