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Mothers Against Drunk Driving Hosts 5K to Combat Impaired Driving

Mothers Against Drunk Driving Hosts 5K to Combat Impaired Driving

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is organizing the Move With MADD Fort Myers 5K event on May 16, 2026, at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Sponsored by the law firm Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, the event aims to raise awareness and funds to combat impaired driving. The firm has been a title sponsor for nine years, with co-managing partner Christopher Smith leading fundraising efforts. The event comes amid rising concerns over drunk driving, with data showing an increase in alcohol-impaired crashes and fatalities in Florida and across the U.S. since 2020.
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Florida Acts to Shield Residents from Rising Data Center Energy Costs

Florida Acts to Shield Residents from Rising Data Center Energy Costs

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has signed a bill to prevent the costs of AI data centers from being passed onto residential utility bills. This legislation directs the Florida Public Service Commission to ensure that data center operators bear the full costs of necessary electrical infrastructure and system expansions. The move comes as electricity prices rise across the U.S., driven in part by the growing demand from data centers. Maryland, for example, faces a potential $1.6 billion increase in energy bills over the next decade due to data center expansion. Florida's action positions it as a leader in addressing the financial impact of data centers on consumers.
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Florida Enacts Law to Mitigate AI Data Center Power Costs Amid Summer Heat

Florida Enacts Law to Mitigate AI Data Center Power Costs Amid Summer Heat

Florida Enacts Law to Mitigate AI Data Center Power Costs Amid Summer Heat
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Florida Enacts Law Requiring AI Data Centers to Pay for Their Own Electricity to Prevent Utility Bill Increases

Florida Enacts Law Requiring AI Data Centers to Pay for Their Own Electricity to Prevent Utility Bill Increases

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has signed a new law aimed at preventing consumer utility bills from rising due to the high electricity consumption of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The legislation mandates that these data centers cover their own electricity costs, addressing concerns that their energy demands could lead to significant increases in utility bills for consumers. This law is set to take effect on July 1, and it represents a proactive measure by the state to manage the impact of AI technology on local energy consumption and costs.
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Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida on felony MDMA trafficking charge and pleads not guilty

Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida on felony MDMA trafficking charge and pleads not guilty

Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested on a drug trafficking charge in central Florida
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Key Biscayne Moms Lead Philanthropic Efforts to Build Community

Key Biscayne Moms Lead Philanthropic Efforts to Build Community

Key Biscayne Moms Lead Philanthropic Efforts to Build Community
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Florida Governor Signs Bill Regulating Large-Scale Data Centers to Protect Resources

Florida Governor Signs Bill Regulating Large-Scale Data Centers to Protect Resources

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has signed a new bill into law aimed at regulating large-scale data centers within the state. This legislation is designed to ensure that the burgeoning artificial intelligence industry does not impose additional costs on consumers through increased electric bills or reduced water availability. The law mandates that data centers must bear their own full cost of service, preventing these expenses from being transferred to the public. Additionally, the bill requires local water management districts to deny permits to data centers if their water usage is deemed harmful to local resources, and it encourages the use of reclaimed water. This move comes amid growing public concern over the environmental impact of data centers, particularly in rural areas where they are often proposed.
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Ft. Lauderdale Air Show Returns Amidst Florida Heat, Offering Tips to Stay Cool

Ft. Lauderdale Air Show Returns Amidst Florida Heat, Offering Tips to Stay Cool

Ft. Lauderdale Air Show Returns Amidst Florida Heat, Offering Tips to Stay Cool
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American Rebel Light Beer Expands Presence with Launch at Tootsie's PCB in Florida

American Rebel Light Beer Expands Presence with Launch at Tootsie's PCB in Florida

American Rebel Light Beer Expands Presence with Launch at Tootsie's PCB in Florida
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Former Red Robin Executive Kathleen Bush Ascends to CMO Role at Ford's Garage, Aiming for Growth and Franchise Alignment

Former Red Robin Executive Kathleen Bush Ascends to CMO Role at Ford's Garage, Aiming for Growth and Franchise Alignment

Former Red Robin Executive Kathleen Bush Ascends to CMO Role at Ford's Garage, Aiming for Growth and Franchise Alignment
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Influencer 'Clavicular' Charged in Florida for Alleged Alligator Shooting

Influencer 'Clavicular' Charged in Florida for Alleged Alligator Shooting

Influencer 'Clavicular' Charged in Florida for Alleged Alligator Shooting
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Coal Use for Manufacturing Declines Significantly in Southern U.S.

Coal Use for Manufacturing Declines Significantly in Southern U.S.

Coal Use for Manufacturing Declines Significantly in Southern U.S.