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2024 Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Begins

The tax holiday begins on Monday, July 29, 2024, and ends on Sunday, August 11, 2024

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Microschools in Florida: Empowers Parents and Teachers

Florida Republicans, led by Gov. Ron DeSantis, are championing a new initiative to allow small private schools, or "microschools," to open in non-traditional spaces such as libraries, movie theaters, and churches. This move, backed by state lawmakers, is part of a comprehensive education law that took effect July 2024. The provision, which has garnered little attention, has the potential to serve as a model for other states aiming to broaden private school options for families.
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Zelle Under Fire For Not Protecting Customers For Fraud Scams

You've likely heard of Zelle and might have even used it. Zelle is the largest peer-to-peer (P2P) money transfer app, enabling instant transfers between individuals or bank accounts. However, you might not know who owns Zelle, the extent of fraud associated with it, and why users have limited protection when money is stolen.
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From Florida Scenic Highway to Jimmy Buffett Memorial: A1A turns parrothead in Florida
From Florida Scenic Highway to Jimmy Buffett Memorial: A1A turns parrothead in Florida

From Florida Scenic Highway to Jimmy Buffett Memorial: A1A turns parrothead in Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis on Thursday, June 27 2024 signed bills to honor the late singer Jimmy Buffett by designating Florida's A1A as the “Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway” and creating a “Margaritaville” specialty license plate. Flagler County and Floridians, which loves our Parrothead Jimmy Buffett are celebrating.

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Flagler County Gets Big NO from Gov. Ron DeSantis
Flagler County Gets Big NO from Gov. Ron DeSantis

Flagler County Gets Big NO from Gov. Ron DeSantis

Flagler County faces setback after setback, with the latest blow delivered by none other than Governor Ron DeSantis.
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