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Friday, November 1, 2024

Good Morning! On this day in 1997, North Carolina State University wide receiver Torry Holt set a record with five touchdown catches in a 48-35 loss to Florida State at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee.

Welcome to November. This weekend, we set the clocks back an hour, marking the end of daylight saving time. Researchers have tips on preparing your mind and body for the shift to fewer daylight hours.

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Forecasters: Dry Winter to Follow Stormy November

AccuWeather reports that high ocean temperatures may cause up to three tropical storms to form in November. Florida and the East Coast are most likely to be impacted.

A system developing in the Caribbean may take two different tracks. Based on very early predictions, both scenarios would unfold between Nov. 7 and 10. The next named storms of the season will be Patty and Rafael.

Unlike recent El Niño-dominated years, this season's forecast features a weak La Niña. Warmer and drier conditions in the southern U.S. might mean fewer winter weather disruptions, potentially easing congestion at southern airports. See the forecast map.

Gulf Coast Needs Tourists

Tourism officials say that visiting the state is one way to help the Gulf Coast recover from hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Some beaches remain closed to the public, and debris is piled up in places. Businesses, however, are returning to normal and could use an economic boost.

The tourism promotion agency for the St. Petersburg-Clearwater area said that 80% of hotels and businesses are open and operating. Explore places to stay here.

Gators Face the Dawgs Saturday in Jacksonville

Georgia Bulldog fans are preparing for their annual pilgrimage to EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville for the Dawgs' 103rd meeting with the Florida Gators. Saturday's game will be the last played in Jax until 2028.

Florida Head Coach Billy Napier confirmed on Wednesday that the Georgia-Florida game will be played in Atlanta in 2026 and Tampa in 2027 due to scheduled renovations for EverBank Stadium.

The kickoff for Saturday's contest is set for 3:30 p.m. and will air on ABC. This will be the first Georgia-Florida game not aired on CBS in more than 20 years.

The event earned its reputation as "The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party" due to a massive tailgating scene. Read game-day analysis here.

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➤ Jacksonville: JaxPort announced a new service providing direct connections to five Asian ports. The shipping line Ocean Network Express (ONE) will add JaxPort to its East Coast 2 container service starting February 2025. (See Details)

➤ Duval County: An 18-year-old went to an early voting location on Tuesday and brandished an 18-inch machete in an apparent attempt to intimidate Vice President Kamala Harris supporters, according to police. (More)

➤ Jupiter: Chief Michael Barbera was sworn in on Wednesday, replacing retiring Chief David England. Barbera has worked for the Jupiter Police Department since 1996. (See Photo)

➤ St. Cloud: City leaders have introduced new incentive programs to draw jobs and business creation throughout the city, including making downtown property available for development. (See Details)

➤ Orange County: The county's film incentive working group proposed $22 million in incentives over five years for film and television production, hoping to make the county "Hollywood East." (More)

➤ Sarasota: Columbia, which opened in 1959 and is the city's oldest full-service restaurant, reopened following a nearly month-long closure for repairs due to damage from hurricanes Helene and Milton. (More)

➤ Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin told reporters he believes he can return for the playoffs, despite original reports indicating that would be extremely unlikely. (More)

➤ The Orlando Magic blew a 20-point lead over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday and went on to lose 102-99. (More)

➤ Former Miami coach Manny Diaz will return to coach against the Hurricanes on Saturday as the head coach of Duke. (More)

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➤ Florida's nursery industry is seeking to be included in potential federal disaster aid. Greenhouse and nursery-grown plants, especially holiday poinsettias, may face shortages and higher prices due to damage from Hurricane Milton. (More)

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➤ Tampa's historic Ybor City neighborhood is preparing to host its largest cigar festival in decades on Dec. 8 at Centennial Park. (More)

➤ Three dolphin deaths at Gulf World Marine Park in Panama City Beach have raised concerns among experts over conditions at the aquarium. (More)

➤ The Orlando-based International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo is adding drone shows, a Halloween market, and a Hall of Fame soiree at the Orange County Convention Center in November. (Get Tickets)

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