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Monday, October 21, 2024

Good Morning! On this day in 1997, the Florida Marlins beat the Cleveland Indians 14-11 in the second-longest nine-inning World Series game, which lasted 4 hours and 12 minutes.

Was that a kangaroo that just hopped by? If you were in Volusia County this weekend, it may have been. You can read about it below in Et Cetera.

Today's sponsor is Beverly Hills MD. Check out their dermatology products below.

Farmers Under 'Unprecedented Financial Strain'

Last week, Florida requested financial assistance for the state's farmers from the federal government through the Farm Service Agency and other federal programs.

According to state officials, the damage caused by Hurricane Milton to farmers and ranchers may double the statewide agricultural losses from three other storms that have impacted Florida since August 2023.

Milton caused between $1.5 billion and $2.5 billion in crop damage, on top of more than $1.5 billion in damages already sustained from hurricanes Idalia, Debby, and Helene.

A state report identified major structural impacts on nurseries, cattle ranches, and cow-milking operations. Crops such as cotton, peanuts, rice, vegetables, and various fruits, including citrus, experienced moderate to significant damage.

Space Coast to Break Launch Record

Four years ago, the record for launches from the Space Coast in a calendar year was 30, and with two months to go in 2024, a new launch record of 73 is soon to be achieved.

Friday’s Starlink satellite mission launch by SpaceX marked the 71st rocket launch of the year from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and NASA's neighboring Kennedy Space Center. See the photos here.

The next SpaceX launch, scheduled for tonight, will tie last year’s record of 72 launches. You can see a list of all of this year’s launches here.

Rays Assessing Stadium Damage

The Tampa Bay Rays said it may take weeks to fully assess the damage done to Tropicana Field by Hurricane Milton.

Access to the stadium is severely restricted due to safety concerns, particularly the structure supporting what’s left of the Teflon-coated fiberglass roof and team offices.

With the stadium potentially out of commission for 2025, the team is exploring options for home games, which are scheduled to start on March 27 against the Colorado Rockies.

If the cost of restoring Tropicana Field proves too high, the Rays may need to find a new home for the next three years while their new stadium is under construction.

Top Plastic Surgeon Has Wife Using THIS Household Item to Help Remove Years Off Her Face According to Dr. John Layke — a husband, father, and Beverly Hills beauty expert — you can look and feel up to 10 years younger, using a simple, do-it-yourself trick.

Dr. Layke has created a short video explaining his beauty secret from beginning to end (complete with instructions) so you can try it at home.

If you'd like to try this 60-second beauty trick at home, you can view the instructional video below. It's a fascinating presentation, even if you don't have wrinkles.

Watch his presentation by clicking here.

➤ Statewide: Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order on Thursday allowing supervisors of elections in counties affected by Hurricane Milton to implement changes to make it easier for displaced voters to obtain mail-in ballots. (More)

➤ Meanwhile, a federal judge ruled Florida can’t block a TV ad supporting the abortion ballot measure after the state sent letters to local TV stations, threatening criminal consequences if they continued airing the ad. (More)

➤ Polk County: Over 150 people, including a Disney employee and 25 illegal immigrants, were arrested in an undercover human trafficking sweep, which led to the rescue of four potential victims. (More)

➤ Brevard County: Commissioner John Tobia resigned from his tenured teaching position at Valencia College after school officials found he used county staff to create his course work and to communicate with students. (More)

➤ Tallahassee: City commissioners voted Thursday to conduct a feasibility study on whether the city should buy portions of Railroad Square and revitalize the city’s arts district. Residents and businesses are pushing to “save the Square.” (See Details)

➤ Orange County: Lt. Eloilda “Ellie” Shea, 39, was shot and killed by her estranged husband, a former sergeant with the sheriff’s office. Anthony Shea was arrested on Friday on a first-degree murder charge. (See Details)

➤ Melbourne: City officials unanimously approved "Project Daisy," Northrop Grumman's site plan for its future controlled-access complex off NASA Boulevard. (See Site Map)

➤ No. 6 Miami defeated Louisville 52-45 Saturday, while Florida State dropped to 1-6 after losing to Duke. It's FSU's worst start to a season since 1975. (More)

➤ The Jaguars dominated the Patriots in London on Sunday, winning 32-16. A 96-yard punt return highlighted the victory. (More)

➤ The Indianapolis Colts beat the Dolphins 16-10 on Sunday, as Miami struggled with penalties and turnovers. (More)

➤ The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play in their second Monday Night Football game of the season tonight against the Baltimore Ravens, who are riding a four-game win streak. (More)

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➤ Walt Disney World is introducing a new paid option to reduce ride wait times. Lightning Lane Premier Pass debuts on Oct. 30, and purchasers can use every Lightning Lane within a park a single time for one day. (See Details)

➤ The Museum of Science & Industry in Tampa has launched a new exhibit this fall called Grossology. The new exhibit features “pee, poop, vomit, snot, and barf” and is included in regular admission. (See Video)

➤ Cape Coral's Boathouse Tiki Bar and Grill reopened on Thursday after Hurricane Milton damaged it and burned down Thursday night as employees were closing the restaurant. (See Photos)

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Wrinkle Filling Trick To Look Up To 10 Years Younger

We've been told our whole lives that wrinkle creams are the easiest way to look younger. Now, one doctor says that's old news.

According to Dr. John Layke — the world-renowned Beverly Hills beauty expert — most "wrinkle fixes" on the market are nothing but glorified moisturizers.

Click here to learn more about this do-it-yourself technique, which his personal clients have dubbed the "age rewinder method."

➤ A Florida polyamorous relationship, known as a 'throuple,' that ended in a murder mystery is at the center of an investigation by 48 Hours, now streaming on Paramount+. (See Video)

➤ "Lieutenant Dan," who gained fame for riding out Hurricanes Helene and Milton while docked on his sailboat, has been arrested on multiple charges, including failing to appear in court. (See Video)

➤ A pet Kangaroo was hopping around Volusia County this weekend after escaping its enclosure in Pierson. Police believe a bear scared the 'roo and caused it to flee. (See Video)

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