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Call them the Everglades influencers. They're the ones who wade deep into pristine sloughs and isolated cypress stands and come face-to-face with all sorts of amazing wildlife, all while boasting a major following that runs into the millions.
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Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP/APThis week on The Florida Roundup: Gov. DeSantis’ immigration policy proposals for a special session and the role local police will have (02:52); What to expect if Marco Rubio is confirmed as Secretary of State (24:54). Plus, we checked in with PolitiFact about President Biden’s promises (31:02); and a collection of news from the week. -
wildpixel/iStockphotoSome Trump insiders are ready to take on the food industry. It remains to be seen whether their entree will result in any meaningful change in government oversight of “Big Food” — or in American health.
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With Martin Luther King Jr. Day around the corner, hear how people in Tampa Bay are stepping up with acts of service. Plus, how to do Dry January. -
This week on The Florida Roundup, we bring you three interviews: first, we spoke with Catherine Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Investment, about what attracted her to St. Petersburg (01:33). Then, we’ll speak with John Bartleman, president & CEO of TradeStation, which is based in South Florida (19:36). Plus, author Malcolm Gladwell talks about what makes Miami so unique (37:32).
Recovery resources and updates.
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A “living seawall” — developed by a Miami-based tech start-up called KindDesigns — exemplifies cutting-edge in both its design and how it is made. -
These people miss the empathy they felt during the early days of the pandemic. Some have lost friendships, but they strive to maintain the social ties important to mental health. -
First responders make up 1.4% of Florida’s workforce, but their suicide rate is more than two times higher than other working-age Floridians. The 2nd Alarm Project deploys teams to communities to help. -
There's been a sharp increase in pet surrenders for economic reasons to SPCA Tampa Bay since 2021, according to internal shelter records. -
The latest state report on red tide shows no more heavy concentration of the toxin were found.
WUSF, in collaboration with the Florida Climate Reporting Network, tells how climate change is affecting you.
Here's what you need to know, including where to park and how to navigate downtown Tampa during both the children's parade and pirate invasion.
Coverage of the elections.
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Julia CooperAs contract negotiations approach, nurses at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah joined thousands across the state and country to highlight broad support for solutions that prioritize patient care. -
Stephanie Nano/APU.S. food inspectors documented unsanitary conditions at three Boar's Head deli meat plants in addition to the Virginia factory that was shut down last year, according to recently released records
Celebrating the intersection of food and communities in the Sunshine State.
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