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Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? š¤ (Answer below!)
1. Damage on Miami-Dade roads as a severe thunderstorm moved through South Florida Tuesday evening (cbsnews.com) ā Strong storms Tuesday evening brought damaging winds to a Doral neighborhood, downing trees and blocking lanes on NW 102nd Avenue and nearby roads. Heavy rain later flooded parts of Miami, stranding vehicles near Jackson Memorial Hospital, but all warnings and advisories expired by mid-evening as conditions gradually improved.
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2. Florida lawmakers finalizing details of DeSantis' property tax plan as special session gets underway (wsvn.com) ā Floridaās proposed property tax overhaul could eventually reshape how Doral funds parks, police, and other services, as lawmakers debate raising and then phasing out homestead-based property taxes. Officials warn cities like Doral might need new user fees or higher permits, while supporters argue homeowners deserve major relief and a state trust fund will protect core services.
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3. How Trump Has Used the Presidency to Benefit Himself and His Allies (thenationalherald.com) ā What matters locally is that Trumpās Doral golf resort is again a high-profile venue, hosting LIV Golf events and a planned G20 summit that will draw world leaders, staff, and media to the city. The story details how Trumpās presidency has generated financial benefits for his businesses and allies through lawsuits, investments, crypto projects, merchandising, and taxpayer-funded projects.
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4. How Trump has used the presidency to benefit himself and his allies (bostonglobe.com) ā For Doral residents, the key detail is that Trumpās Doral golf club is hosting lucrative political events and a planned G20 summit, channeling global attention and money through a local property. The broader article outlines how Trumpās second term has intertwined his presidency with personal business interests, from crypto ventures to government contracts and renovations funded by taxpayers.
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