Good Morning! On this day in 2015, Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara married True Blood star Joe Manganiello in Palm Beach. The couple divorced in 2023.
In Around Florida, you can read the latest about the Tampa Bay Rays’ ongoing struggle with Pinellas County over a new stadium. Here is the first peek inside Universal’s new Harry Potter ride, which can be found in our second Top Story.
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Colder than Normal Weather Hits Florida
A cold front is bringing lower temperatures and drier air to the Sunshine State. Temperatures are dropping below average for this time of year, and morning temps will be some of the coolest since last February.
The remnants of what was once Tropical Storm Sara merged with the front over the Gulf of Mexico, bringing a few showers to the West Coast early Wednesday, with most of the rain staying to the south.
By this morning, the wind shifted to the northwest, bringing clearer skies and temperatures in the 50s. Those temperatures should stay in the high 60s for much of the weekend.
Universal Unveils New Harry Potter Ride
On Tuesday, Universal Orlando Resort presented its first in-depth look at a new addition to one of the theme park’s most beloved areas. You can see photos of the forthcoming Harry Potter and the Battle of the Ministry ride here.
The ride will be the centerpiece of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter—Ministry of Magic, one of five lands opening in May 2025 as part of Universal Orlando’s heavily promoted third theme park, Epic Universe.
A new report from USA TODAY Homefront pinpointed Jacksonville as one of the top five destinations for college-educated people relocating around the country.
According to the report, Florida attracted 58,828 college-educated adults in 2023, with Jacksonville drawing a net migration of 5,310. Conversely, Tallahassee ranked eighth for a loss of college-educated residents. You can see the “brain gain” list here.
Boston, Massachusetts, and Jersey City, New Jersey, experienced the largest “brain drain” in 2023, with net losses of college-educated adults totaling 6,827 and 6,276, respectively. Meanwhile, San Diego, California, and Charlotte, North Carolina, recorded the largest net gains, with increases of 12,532 and 12,209 college-educated adults.
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➤Statewide: Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized Republican senators for failing to object to the confirmation of left-leaning Embry Kidd to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, which has jurisdiction over cases in Florida. (More)
➤ Meanwhile, Citizens Property Insurance, Florida’s state-run insurer, paid homeowners’ claims less often than any other insurer last year, with over half of the 17,000 claimants receiving no payment. (More)
➤Tallahassee: Sen. Ben Albritton was sworn in on Tuesday as Florida Senate president for the 2024-2026 legislative term. Albritton opened with a personal prayer before beginning his speech. (See Details)
➤Escambia County:State Rep. Michelle Salzman, who represents the 1st District, announced her intent to run in a Special Election for Matt Gaetz’s now-vacant seat in Florida’s 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House. (More)
➤Palm Beach County: On Tuesday, new commissioners Joel Flores and Bobby Powell were sworn in, and Maria Marino was selected as the new mayor. Commissioner Sara Baxter will serve as vice mayor for the new term. (More)
➤Pinellas County:Commissioners voted 6-1 Tuesday to delay the vote on the bonds necessary to finalize the Tropicana Stadium deal until Dec. 17. The Tampa Bay Rays say their stadium deal is now halted. (See Details)
➤ Jacksonville Jaguars franchise legend Fred Taylor has reached the semifinal stage of the Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process. (More)
➤ Tampa Bay Buccaneers star receiver Mike Evans says that he plans to play on Sunday against the New York Giants after missing the last four weeks with a hamstring injury. (More)
➤Franz Wagner was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week after averaging 30 points per game for the Orlando Magic last week. (More)
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➤ Allegiant Airlinesannounced Tuesday it’s adding 44 new nonstop routes to three airports along Florida’s Gulf Coast: St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, Punta Gorda Airport, and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. (See Routes)
➤Miami will welcome La Ferneteria Restaurant & Lounge for its North American debut on Dec. 4. The restaurant also has locations in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Asuncion, Paraguay. (More)
➤ Businesses in Florida are hiring individuals with criminal records as an untapped talent pool to address the labor shortage. JPMorgan Chase has hired 660 “second-chance” employees in the state. (See Details)
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➤ A teen rodeo star from Tallahassee is in critical condition after being kicked in the chest by a bull at a South Florida rodeo. Walker Smith, 17, is in the ICU and in stable condition, but his injuries are significant. (More)
➤ Tianne Doyle, president of the Bradenton-based retail chain Bealls, continues a family legacy of Florida-based business leadership. Doyle began her career with the company by literally singing for her first job. (Read Profile)
➤ The Space Coast tourism sector continues to show strength, as evidenced by tourist development tax revenue totaling $25.26 million for the budget year ending Sept. 30. (More)
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