New flood insurance mandates take effect

After experiencing unsustainable growth last year due to several insolvencies, Florida’s insurer of last resort now requires customers to buy flood insurance.

The deadline for new Citizens Property Insurance policyholders in high-risk flood zones is April 1. The state-backed agency’s existing customers have until July 1 to meet the recently mandated requirement.

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Women leaders discuss challenges, Florida politics

The University of South Florida St. Petersburg welcomed five prominent female political leaders with local ties to campus Tuesday to discuss "Women and Politics in Florida."

Despite the school becoming embroiled in proposed state legislation that many believe harm diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the panel didn't broach the subject until the end of the meeting. Instead, the discussion focused on challenges faced when running for office and once elected.

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Craig Pittman’s Welcome to Florida: The Daytona Beach mastodon

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