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Scott Singer, a former mayor of Boca Raton, won the Republican primary for Florida’s 25th Congressional District on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press, setting up one of the most competitive House general elections in the nation. Mr. Singer promised to be an ally to President Trump and campaigned on a voting record of cutting taxes. He was the mayor of Boca Raton for three terms, including a period of rapid development and population boom during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee on Tuesday congratulated 21 candidates it identified as pro-Israel who won their primary elections in Florida, including several who defeated candidates opposed to the U.S.-Israel alliance. Among the winners were Republican Sen. Ashley Moody and Reps. Aaron Bean, Gus Bilirakis, Kat Cammack, Mario Diaz-Balart, Randy Fine, Scott Franklin, Carlos Gimenez, Mike Haridopolos, Laurel Lee, Anna Paulina Luna, Brian Mast, Jimmy Patronis, John Rutherford and Greg Steube. Democratic winners named by AIPAC included Reps. Kathy Castor, Lois Frankel, Jared Moskowitz, Maria Elvira Salazar, Darren Soto and Debbie Wasserman Schultz.

Florida Primary Delivers Big Wins for Pro-Israel Candidates MIAMI (VINnews) — The American Israel Public Affairs Committee on Tuesday congratulated 21 candidates it identified as pro-Israel who won their primary elections in Florida, including several who defeated candidates opposed to the U.S.-Israel alliance. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/18/florida-primary-delivers-big-wins-for-pro-israel-candidates/

The Sadder Story Behind Bilzerian’s Loss FLORIDA (VINnews/Editorial) – The sadder story coming out of Florida tonight is not that Dan Bilzerian lost his Republican congressional primary. It is that he received roughly 11,000 votes at all. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/18/the-sadder-story-behind-bilzerians-loss/

Nixon Stuns Florida: Socialist, Anti-Israel Democrat Wins Senate Primary TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (VINnews) — The most surprising turn of events in Florida’s primary Tuesday night came in the Democratic U.S. Senate race, where state Rep. Angie Nixon pulled off a stunning upset over Alexander Vindman. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/18/nixon-stuns-florida-socialist-anti-israel-democrat-wins-senate-primary/

🥵RECORD HEAT: A 100-degree temperature was recorded at Miami International Airport on Tuesday, tying the record set on July 21, 1942, over 84 years ago.

"They're blaming white people for their problems." Rep. Anna Paulina Luna talks about Democrat candidates’ “left-wing ideologies” running the party.

Byron Donalds just won the Florida GOP nomination, and after one of the ugliest primaries of the cycle, James Fishback actually called him to concede. After everything Fishback said about Donalds, Byron had every reason to unload on him. Instead, he chose unity.

On CNN, Marc Caputo TORCHES Alex Vindman (the guy who led the coup attempt against Trump during his first impeachment) for spending more than $16 million and losing the Democrat Senate primary in Florida: "He was a terrible candidate. ... I was almost offended by his inability to campaign properly. ...I don’t really know where that money was spent because you didn’t really see him on television, you didn’t really see him in the community, you didn’t see him in mailers, you didn’t see him in text messages. There was no presence... He has no real roots here. He’s essentially sort of carpet bagged here. I didn’t even know the guy lived in the state. I thought, like, his brother’s in Congress, he lived in Virginia.”

Another day another Heat Advisory! Take precautions if you have any outdoor plans today. Stay hydrated and take frequent breaks.

Florida governor candidate Byron Donalds is already PUMMELING David Jolly in front of millions "They can keep Mamdani and AOC in NEW YORK. The Democrats are NOT gonna get any power in FLORIDA!" "We are a conservative state based on just common sense and I think that's what people want!" "You have a David Jolly who still thinks it's okay for boys to play in girls sports. It's just him and the WNBA that thinks that's okay. Nobody else does." "David Jolly still thinks it's okay to transgender kids. Even the American Medical Association has reversed course on that policy, but David Jolly still thinks it's okay!" "Do the people of Florida want the state to continue to be FREE or do they want New York? I think the answer is very CLEAR."

Randy Fine Defeats Dan Bilzerian In Florida’s 6th District Primary U.S. Rep. Randy Fine won the Republican primary for Florida’s 6th Congressional District on Tuesday night. Fine took roughly 57 percent of the vote. Dan Bilzerian finished second with about 19 percent. The race drew national attention after Bilzerian’s campaign featured repeated antisemitic attacks. Fine responded by calling him a Nazi and said he was not running against a normal political opponent. In a post after the results, Fine wrote: “I wasn’t running against a political opponent in my primary. I was running against pure evil. And last night after they spent millions against me, I kicked Nazi Dan Bilzerian’s butt.” Fine advances to the general election in November.

South Florida Rallies At Aventura Mall For Colombia And Venezuela South Florida showed up strong yesterday at Aventura Mall. Volunteers, families, local businesses, elected officials, and residents came together to donate supplies and support communities in Colombia and Venezuela. The City of Aventura and Aventura Mall opened their doors for the effort. Aventura Police, Sunny Isles Beach Police, Florida Highway Patrol, and other law enforcement partners stood with the community throughout the day. Good Greek Moving & Storage also stepped up to help move donations. Organizers say the response was incredible, but the work continues. Tomorrow, collection continues at Global Empowerment Mission headquarters in Doral. Bring whatever you can. Water, supplies, or simply show up and help. Colombia and Venezuela still need support. South Florida is answering the call.

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A liberal Miami-Dade judge who tried BLOCKING Donald Trump's Presidential Library was just UNSEATED by conservative Destiny Alvarez, 30, in last night's election Sitting Judge Mavel Ruiz STONEWALLED the land transfer for Trump's library construction from Miami Dade College. She was eventually forced to lift it. Now she's going to be replaced by Destiny Alvarez

Dania Beach Holocaust Center Keeps Stories Alive For Future Generations Right in downtown Dania Beach sits the Holocaust Documentation & Education Center, a place dedicated to preserving history and educating the next generation. Local resident Maoz Druskin shared that the Holocaust deeply affected his own family. His grandfather fought as a partisan against the Nazi regime, and many relatives lost their lives during that time. He is urging South Florida residents and visitors to take the tour, learn the stories, and pass them on. The center is located at 303 N. Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL 33004. Call (954) 929-5690 for more information. Maoz stressed the importance of places like this in helping prevent hatred from taking root again. Never forget. Never again.

Aventura Hosts New Miami-Dade Schools Superintendent The City of Aventura welcomed the new Superintendent of Miami-Dade Schools to Commission Chambers for a gathering with local mayors and elected officials. The meeting gave leaders a chance to get acquainted, share ideas, and start building a lasting partnership for local schools, students, families, and communities. Officials say they look forward to continued collaboration and a strong future for public education across Miami-Dade County.

A driver mistook the brake for the gas pedal and backed into one of the entrances at North Miami City Hall. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units responded to the 700 block of Northeast 125th Street on Tuesday afternoon. According to fire crews, a driver crashed into the building.

Politico Calls James Fishback ‘Most Influential Loser’ After Florida GOP Primary TALLAHASSEE (VINnews) — Politico suggested on Election Day that James Fishback could go down as one of the “most influential losers” in recent political history, even as the 31-year-old political newcomer suffered READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/19/politico-calls-james-fishback-most-influential-loser-after-florida-gop-primary/

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Florida AG Sues Stake And VGW Over Illegal Online Gambling Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is suing predatory online gaming sites Stake and VGW. The goal is to stop illegal gambling in the state and recover money lost by Florida consumers. “If it looks like a casino, takes money like a casino, and pays out like a casino, it is a casino—and it’s illegal in Florida,” Uthmeier said.

Bagel Boss Soft Opening Going Strong In Boynton Bagel Boss’s soft opening has been going great so far. It continues tomorrow and Thursday. The big Grand Opening hits Friday and Sunday. They’re located in Boynton right next to KC Market. Stay tuned for more details.

Florida Voters Reject Political Extremes in Primaries TAMARAC, Fla. (VINnews) — Florida Democrats and Republicans fended off extreme challengers to pro-Israel incumbents in Tuesday’s primaries, showing the state’s older, moderate and notably Jewish electorate remains inhospitable to both the anti-Israel left and the antisemitic right. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/19/florida-voters-reject-political-extremes-in-primaries/

Former longtime South Florida television news anchorman Eliott Rodriguez won the Democratic primary for Congress in Florida's 27th district Tuesday night. His win, driven by a campaign focused on affordability and immigration, sets up what is expected to be a competitive race in November against another former Miami TV news personality and Cuban-American, three-term incumbent Republican Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar.

City of Miami voters overwhelmingly approved two ballot referenda that will make city elections coincide with nationwide races, and may finally see the re-opening of the long-languishing Marine Stadium. A ballot item to shift city elections from odd years to even years passed with 60% of the vote, according to unofficial election results. A separate item asked voters if the city should enter a management agreement with Spectra, a venue management company, to open and operate the historic Marine Stadium on Virginia Key. More than 68% of voters approved it.

City of Miami voters overwhelmingly approved two ballot referenda that will make city elections coincide with nationwide races, and may finally see the re-opening of the long-languishing Marine Stadium. A ballot item to shift city elections from odd years to even years passed with 60% of the vote, according to unofficial election results. A separate item asked voters if the city should enter a management agreement with Spectra, a venue management company, to open and operate the historic Marine Stadium on Virginia Key. More than 68% of voters approved it.

Longtime incumbent Jewish Rep. Lois Frankel has successfully defended her seat in the newly redrawn Democratic Primary for Florida’s 23rd Congressional District. The 78-year-old congresswoman defeated progressive challenger Victoria Doyle, 60, and candidate Mark Piper in Tuesday's primary.

Joe Strada Leads Close Race In Florida District 11 GOP Primary Joe Strada holds a slim lead in the Republican primary for Florida’s 11th Congressional District. With about 98% of expected votes counted, Strada has 33.5% to Carey Baker’s 33.0%. Tim Wilkins sits at 25.5%. The gap is roughly 400 votes, with about 1,500 still outstanding. District 11 covers parts of Orange County (including the Orlando area), Lake County, and all of Sumter County. Strada, a Central Florida businessman, was endorsed by local rabbis and Jewish community leaders in Orlando.

Chabad At The Stadium Wraps Members Day And Sets Jewish Heritage Day The Chabad at the Stadium crew had a strong Members Day on August 18 at training camp. They reconnected with familiar faces from the Chabad Stadium family, met new Jewish fans, and brought the Tefillin Stands experience right to the field. Fans had the chance to wrap tefillin and connect with their Jewish pride. Now the focus shifts to the next big one. Save the date for Jewish Heritage Day on November 29, Yud Tes Kislev, the 19th of Kislev, just before Chanukah.

Yoni Anijar, a Jewish candidate, won the Republican primary for Florida House District 100 on Tuesday, taking 37.6% of the vote in a four-way race to succeed term-limited Rep. Chip LaMarca. Former Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Mayor Chris Vincent finished second with 29%, followed by pediatric plastic surgeon Eric “Doc” Stelnicki with 28% and insurance executive Raul Gallon with 5%. Anijar will face Democrat Michael Ferguson, a lawyer and former Air Force special trial counsel who grew up in the district, in the Nov. 3 general election.

Following Hillel Fuld's purchase at Eden Hills, he will be coming to South Florida to discuss the Eden Hills project with the developer on 1st September. If you want to set up a meeting or more info you can either: WhatsApp Us: https://bit.ly/wa-florida-scoop Visit our site. https://bit.ly/wa-florida-scoop

The South Florida community is mourning after a helicopter crash in northern Kenya killed seven people, including several with ties to Florida. New details are emerging about the victims as investigators work to determine what caused the crash.

Byron Donalds Clinches GOP Nomination For Florida Governor Byron Donalds is officially the Republican nominee for Florida governor. The congressman said even Republicans who supported his primary opponents share the same goals. “I think that even Republicans who voted for some of my opponents, they want the same thing we all want,” Donalds said. “A Florida that is based on common sense, law and order, freedom.” He pledged to bring everyone together and keep Florida No. 1, adding he wants “a government out of your way and off your back.” “I’m the Republican nominee for governor, and it’s on to November.”

JetBlue workers discovered a man sleeping on an Airbus A320 after he trespassed into a secured area at Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Read the 911 call details and the full incident on Simple Flying.

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Russian Businessman Sells New Miami Beach Mansion For $72 Million Ilya Karpov just closed on a newly built Miami Beach mansion for $72 million. The home was approved for more than 9,000 square feet. Karpov, a Russian businessman known for developing luxury spec homes in the area, sold the property according to recent records. This marks one of the larger single-family home sales in Miami Beach this year.

Joe Strada Projected Winner In Florida-11 Republican Primary Decision Desk HQ has projected Joe Strada the winner of the Republican primary for Florida’s 11th Congressional District. The race was held Tuesday to fill the open seat being vacated by longtime Rep. Daniel Webster. Strada, a Central Florida businessman and founder of Strada Services, finished ahead of Carey Baker and the rest of the field. The district covers parts of Lake, Orange, and Sumter counties. Strada will now advance to the November general election.

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New Sephardic Beit Din Established in Florida A major development for Florida’s growing Sephardic community: the establishment of the new Beit Yosef Beit Din was announced Wednesday evening. The announcement was made at the Safra Kollel semicha event, where nine new musmachim received semicha in Hilchot Shabbat. The new Beit Yosef Beit Din will serve the Sephardic community of Florida, marking another significant milestone in the continued growth of Torah infrastructure in the region.

US SENATE CANDIDATE ANGIE NIXON (D-FL): ICE is going to shoot and kill black people unless you send me to DC to abolish ICE. She then promises amnesty for Haitians so we keep their cheap labor. REJECT THIS TRASH, FLORIDA!

Heat Advisory In Effect Across South Florida Today A Heat Advisory is active from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. across all of South Florida. Rain chances increase later today, with most activity expected over the interior and Southeast Florida. Any rain or storms that develop will offer temporary relief from the heat.

Democrat Representative, Jared Moskowitz - "I think the Democratic leadership needs to speak out against the DSA agenda. Okay, again, 'no Senate. We're just going to get rid of the Senate. You know, no prisons, no borders.' You know, this idea of embracing a Fidel Castro. I think the Democratic leadership needs to speak out against it. "We're in the general election now, and this is not what general election voters want. But I will tell you, there is an economic populist movement to the DSA. And we got to recognize that. We got to talk about how people are struggling to afford the American way of life."

FDA Upgrades Publix Frozen Berry Recall to Highest Risk Level Over E. Coli Concerns WASHINGTON D.C (VINnews) — The Food and Drug Administration has classified a recall of frozen organic blueberries and mixed berries sold at Publix Super Markets as a Class I recall, the agency’s most serious category, according to recent enforcement reports. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/20/fda-upgrades-publix-frozen-berry-recall-to-highest-risk-level-over-e-coli-concerns/

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Bryan Leib calls on Republicans to Unite Behind Byron Donalds for Florida Governor!

IDF Rescue Teams in Colombia Locate All Missing at Impact Sites, Approve Return of 250 Families COLOMBIA (VINnews) – Israeli Defense Forces humanitarian delegation teams, working with local rescue forces, have located and rescued all missing people at the impact sites where they operated and continue assisting at other sites, the IDF said. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/20/idf-rescue-teams-in-colombia-locate-all-missing-at-impact-sites-approve-return-of-250-families/

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Florida Voters Reject Openly Antisemitic Candidates In Primaries Florida voters largely turned away candidates who ran on antisemitic platforms in Tuesday’s primaries. On the Republican side, influencer Dan Bilzerian lost badly to Jewish Rep. Randy Fine in the 6th Congressional District. Bilzerian still pulled nearly 19 percent of the vote. James Fishback, who courted far-right and antisemitic online circles, finished third in the GOP race for governor with about 10 percent. On the Democratic side, DSA-backed Oliver Larkin lost to pro-Israel Rep. Jared Moskowitz. The results are being widely noted by community voices, including Lizzy Savetsky, who pointed out that while the worst candidates were rejected, the level of support they still received should not be ignored. Florida Scoop’s Take: A clear rejection of the extremes is good news. The size of those minority votes is a reminder that the work of calling out hate continues.

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Florida governor candidate Byron Donalds just opened the door to REAPPPOINTING DeSantis' MAHA Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo, a huge critic of the COVID vax, if he wins the election over David Jolly (D) And...we can confirm that Ladapo is OFFICIALLY interested in serving another term! THIS IS HUGE FOR FLORIDA LADAPO: "I would be honored to continue serving under a Byron Donalds administration, and I wish him the best of luck in the upcoming election." DONALDS: “Like so many Floridians I’m grateful for the work that Dr. Ladapo has done for Florida under Governor DeSantis." "His courage and willingness to defend medical freedom have been unmatched." "Right now, we are laser-focused on beating David Jolly and the socialist democrats on November 3rd — that must come before any personnel discussions." This could really happen. Ladapo is LOVED by Floridians

A Miami Beach Police sergeant was honored for his swift, life-saving actions days after he rendered aid to an elderly diner at a restaurant in Hialeah. Miami Beach Police Sgt. Alex Bello was celebrated Thursday at the department’s headquarters on Washington Avenue for coming to the rescue of a 70-year-old man over the weekend.

Miami Beach Man Arrested After Alleged Antisemitic Attack in Surfside SURFSIDE, Fla. (VINnews) — A Miami Beach man who was previously arrested in connection with the vandalism of a giant inflatable FIFA World Cup display is facing new charges after police accused him of attacking and threatening a Jewish visitor in Surfside. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/20/miami-beach-man-arrested-after-alleged-antisemitic-attack-in-surfside/

Democratic Nominee for Governor David Jolly says he wants to apologize to the world for Florida. Bryan Leib puts out a statement saying we have nothing to apologize for and if Jolly is so embarrassed by Florida, why does he want to lead our state?

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Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia Earns me Newcomers Not To “New York Our Florida” Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia says people are voting with their feet for the state’s freedom and conservative governance. In a blunt message to those moving in, he declared: “I will be damned if we turn this state into the state where you came from... do not New York our Florida.” Ingoglia’s comments highlight the ongoing debate over how Florida should handle rapid growth and the values newcomers bring with them.

Bet Din Bet Yosef Of South Florida Launches New Website Bet Din Bet Yosef of South Florida now has a new website live at www.betdinsfl.org. The Bet Din serves individuals, families, rabbis, and communities across South Florida with dedication and care. It operates with the blessings and encouragement of Gedolei Yisrael. Services include marriage registration, rabbinic documentation, heter iska and commercial matters, birur yahadut / Jewish status, gittin (Jewish divorce), din Torah / Jewish arbitration, and community certifications and referrals. Hotline: (305) 218-5925 Email: [email protected] Learn more and reach out through the new site.

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The Florida Scoop & Hatzalah of South Florida wishes the Community an amazing and meaningful Shabbos!

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• Federal agents said they have arrested a man accused of a bank robbery in Fort Lauderdale. Fiske Evariste Johnson is facing now in federal bank robbery charges in connection to the Aug. 13 incident. According to the FBI, the 57-year-old suspect walked into the Truist branch at East Las Olas Boulevard and South Federal Highway and demanded an undisclosed sum of money.

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🇺🇸-JUST IN: JD Vance is GOING HAYWIRE on the cheap labor lobby that abuses systems like H-1B to REPLACE Americans "Politicians who came to Washington with a few thousand dollars in their bank account left after DECADES of public service with millions in stock portfolios!" "Those who would sell out their country for a CHEAP bottom line are politicians and frankly the cronies in the private sector — people who didn't want to build in America!" "People who were HAPPY to build overseas. They got RICH! And communities like this one got poor." "And what did all of YOU get? What did you get if you were lucky? Your neighbor's job got shipped to a foreign country while your tax dollars got shipped to fraudsters!" "And if you were unlucky as I know many people in this room — were you were left raising a grandchild while you were mourning the child killed by the very poison brought across that wide open border." "Just as it was a policy choice to let that happen? It's a policy choice to REVERSE THAT DECLINE."

Florida Students Get New Lessons On Dangers Of Communism Florida classrooms are rolling out expanded standards this year that teach students about the dangers of communism. Starting in sixth grade, the curriculum covers the Soviet Union, the Chinese Communist Revolution, and the regimes of Cuba, North Korea, and Venezuela. Lessons also address how socialism can lead to a communist leader rising to power. The standards stem from legislation Gov. Ron DeSantis signed in 2024.

Florida GOP Holds 11-Point Registration Edge As State Continues Growing Republicans now lead Democrats by more than 1.5 million registered voters in Florida. Latest state figures show about 5.61 million Republicans compared to 4.07 million Democrats. That is roughly an 11-point advantage in party registration. The gap has widened steadily since Republicans first overtook Democrats in 2021. Florida continues adding population at a rapid pace, and most of the net growth in voter rolls has favored the GOP. With the U.S. Senate race and other major contests on the ballot this fall, the registration numbers underscore how difficult the map has become for Democrats in the Sunshine State.

‘Deeply Disturbing, Unacceptable,’ Surfside, Fla. Rabbi Says Of Alleged Antisemitic Assault SURFSIDE, FL (JNS) – An antisemitic attack on a Jewish couple is “deeply disturbing and unacceptable” but seems to be “an isolated incident,” Rabbi Gavriel Koskas of Magen David Congregation of Surfside-Bal Harbour told JNS. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/21/deeply-disturbing-unacceptable-surfside-fla-rabbi-says-of-alleged-antisemitic-assault/

Shavua Tov! Havdalah from the Chabad of Ocean Drive in Hollywood Beach

JUST IN: Harry Enten covers how Republican candidate Ashley Moody’s odds to win the Florida Senate race have increased by double digits over the past week from 84% to 95%

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BYRON DONALDS JUST WENT OFF: "We're going to DEFEND Western civilization and family values in our state!" 🔥 "David Jolly wants to APOLOGIZE for culture wars. Well, I got to tell you, if protecting young girls is a culture war, SIGN ME UP!" 👏🏻 "Why would we APOLOGIZE for being the best state in all of America? We should NOT apologize for that. David Jolly is somebody who still thinks it's okay for boys to be in girls sports. I mean, that's craziness!" Florida needs to storm the polls and vote red.

A single-engine plane crashed Saturday morning off the coast of Boca Raton, Florida, and its pilot was taken to the hospital as a precaution, police said. Beachgoers saw the plane glide feet above the water before it smoothly splashed down.

A single-engine plane crashed Saturday morning off the coast of Boca Raton, Florida, and its pilot was taken to the hospital as a precaution, police said. Beachgoers saw the plane glide feet above the water before it smoothly splashed down.

‘Incredible pride’ to be Key West’s first Jewish mayor, Samuel Kaufman says FLORIDA (JNS) – On Tuesday, Key West, Fla., elected Samuel Kaufman as the city’s first Jewish mayor in its nearly-200-year history. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/22/incredible-pride-to-be-key-wests-first-jewish-mayor-samuel-kaufman-says/

Florida Sen. Rick Scott Blasts Turkey Over Netanyahu Arrest Request Florida Sen. Rick Scott is calling out Turkey after Ankara sought an Interpol red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “We all know that Turkey likes cozying up to terrorists and supporting Israel’s and America’s enemies,” Scott said. He called the red notice a complete joke and said anyone who isn’t a terrorist sympathizer can see that Israel has the right to defend itself. “Where is NATO in all of this? When are our other allies going to join in calling this out and setting clear expectations on this outrageous behavior? Turkey needs to act like a real ally. This needs to END.” Scott also said Turkey needs to stop playing around, stop shilling for terrorists, and start acting like the NATO ally they pretend to be.

Florida governor candidate Byron Donalds goes full pro-Elon Musk mode, saying he will propel the Space Coast to LEAD the world in space tourism "[Ron DeSantis] has done a great job — it's about having the same philosophy and that is a philosophy of limited government and low taxes and conservative policies that are built around common sense and built around families!" "If we're going to be able to build out the infrastructure we need, we can't take two to three years to do that." "When it comes to building our economy, we have an advantage over everywhere else, and it's called Cape Canaveral, the Space Coast. We are going to lead the world in commercial space right here in Florida." "And what comes with that is not just Elon and Jeff Bezos launching rockets to the moon, or quite frankly beyond. It's about the jobs in contracting machinists, welders, scientists, and engineers all here in Florida to continue to expand our economy."

Scattered showers and thunderstorms develop again this afternoon and evening with similar evolution as yesterday. Storms first fire over inland areas and spread to coastal areas later in the day. An isolated severe storm or two is possible. High temps in low to mid 90s.

Florida is the #1 state in America. Why does David Jolly want to change that? He wants to bring the same radical, failed policies that ruined California and the Northeast. As governor, I will protect and continue the Florida Dream built on our common-sense conservative agenda.

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Chabad Jewish Center in Palm Coast purchases permanent home PALM COAST, Fla. — PALM COAST, Fla. — The Chabad Jewish Center of Palm Coast has purchased a permanent home at 1 Yacht Club Drive after a decade of building Jewish life in the Florida community. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/23/chabad-jewish-center-in-palm-coast-purchases-permanent-home/

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Pitmaster South Florida Opening Pushed To October 5 Pitmaster South Florida is delaying its official opening from September 1 to Monday, October 5. The owners say they still need a few final approvals and want everything perfect before they open. The new date is right after the High Holidays.

GOP candidate in Florida’s gubernatorial race Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) joined Face The Nation to discuss his plans for addressing the cost of healthcare if he’s elected in November and the impact of the TPS expiration for thousands of Haitians in his state.

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Florida Officer Honored For Saving Jewish 1-year-old Girl With CPR BAY HARBOR ISLANDS, Fla. — A police commander who performed CPR on a 1-year-old Jewish girl after she was pulled unconscious from a pool was honored Wednesday for helping save her life. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/23/florida-officer-honored-for-saving-jewish-1-year-old-girl-with-cpr/

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A shtark Sunday morning learning together with the Rosh Kollel at The Orlando Community Kollel!

Karlie Kloss Center For Maternal Health Opens At Jackson Memorial Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner’s foundation donated $2.5 million to open the Karlie Kloss Center for Maternal Health at The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial in Miami. The newly renovated space includes upgrades to labor and delivery, obstetric recovery, and a dedicated ultrasound room, plus 11 private exam rooms. The couple cut the ribbon this week. All three of their children were born at Jackson. Kloss said she first arrived there as an excited but scared patient during the pandemic. The center is meant to give expectant mothers across South Florida faster, specialized care in a more modern setting. Florida Scoop’s Take: A high-profile gift with a local story behind it. She had her babies there. Now the hospital where she became a mom is getting a major maternal-health upgrade.

Israeli Doctors Treat More Than 600 Patients In Panama Humanitarian Mission PANAMA CITY (VINnews) — A five-member Israeli medical delegation treated more than 600 patients over three days in an impoverished Panama City neighborhood, working alongside local health professionals in a humanitarian effort that underscored growing ties between the two countries. READ MORE👉👉 https://vinnews.com/2026/08/23/israeli-doctors-treat-more-than-600-patients-in-panama-humanitarian-mission/

The ENERGY is high tonight at the Orlando Community Kollel

A tornado warning was issued Sunday for parts of St. Lucie and Martin counties, with the National Weather Service confirming a brief landspout caused minor damage in Port St. Lucie.

Isolated to scattered showers and storms develop this morning, shifting towards the interior in the afternoon. Overall coverage is expected to be less than the last few days due to a weaker Saharan Air Layer arriving into the area today. High temps in the low to mid 90s again.

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