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License plate redesign eyed — Florida without .com likely

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January 19, 2024

License plate redesign eyed — Florida without .com likely

The word “Florida” without a website address might be coming back to the state’s standard license plate.

A proposal slated to go to the House Transportation & Modals Subcommittee on Friday would direct the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to begin the redesign of the standard license plate.

The bill (PCB TMS 24-01) would direct that “MyFLorida.com” be replaced on the plate with the word “Florida.” In November, Senate Transportation, Tourism and Economic Development Appropriations Chairman Ed Hooper, R-Clearwater, said talks were underway to update the design.

“Some of us think it might be time to look at redesigning the official non-specialty license plate for the state of Florida, as probably 49 other states have done in the last 50 years,” Hooper said.

A 2003 change in the standard design included two oranges and an orange blossom. It also splashed the web address “MyFlorida.com” across the top, where before it had simply said “Florida.”

The standard plate also includes along the bottom the words “Sunshine State,” “In God We Trust” or, in some counties, the county name.

Under the House proposal, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles would have until Oct. 1 to start the redesign process.

The redesign wouldn’t apply to the more than 170 specialty plates offering designs for such things as colleges, sports teams, the environment and the military.

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Florida high school band director named 2026 Grammy Music Educator Award honoree

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7 hours ago

January 29, 2026

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Florida high school band director named 2026 Grammy Music Educator Award honoree – CBS News

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“CBS Mornings” exclusively announced the winner of the Grammy Music Educator Award for 2026: It goes to Jennifer Jimenez of South Miami Senior High School in Florida. Jimenez is a high school band director, who has taught for 19 years at the school.

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South Florida celebrates Bad Bunny ahead of Super Bowl Halftime performance

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January 28, 2026

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South Florida celebrates Bad Bunny ahead of Super Bowl Halftime performance

Published: January 28, 2026 at 9:47 PM

South Florida fans of Bad Bunny come together ahead of Super Bowl performance

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — A Miami Beach rooftop has become a haven for Bad Bunny fans counting down the days until the Super Bowl, all while playing one of America’s oldest and longest running pastimes.

High above the neon glow of Lincoln Road, the vibe isn’t just cinematic, it’s Un Verano Sin Ti.

Rooftop Cinema Club South Beach is known for its skyline views and wireless headphones, but on Wednesday, the speakers were pumping 100% Benito.

The prizes for Bad Bunny Bingo ranged from free movie tickets to themed merch, but for most, the real win is the atmosphere and a community of likeminded fans.

The world will be watching when Bad Bunny takes the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show stage on Feb. 8 from Levi Stadium in Santa Clara.

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Looking for a job in Florida? The post office is hiring

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1 day ago

January 28, 2026

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UPS announced plans to cut 30,000 jobs in the coming year. Amazon is slashing 16,000.

The post office is hiring.

In recent weeks, the U.S. Postal Service has been holding job fairs to fill vacant positions for carriers, assistant carriers, and auto techs at Florida locations, with salaries starting at $21.89 per hour. The next two are in Tallahassee and Lake City.

Recent job fairs were held at Fernandina Beach and Jacksonville.

Here’s what to know.

Is the Post Office hiring?

The USPS in Tallahassee and Lake City are looking for “committed and motivated individuals,” according to press releases. The positions are:

Rural Carrier Associates (RCA) – $21.89 per hour, paid bi-weekly, full-time with health benefits. You would deliver mail on a full-time schedule that may include weekend and holidays.
Assistant Rural Carriers (ARC) – $21.89 per hour, paid bi-weekly, part-time. You would deliver packages.
Automotive Technician (AT) – $66,586 annually, paid bi-weekly, health benefits. You would perform repairs and maintenance on all types of motor vehicles used in the postal fleet. (Tallahassee only)

Benefits include multiple health and life insurance choices, pension benefits and a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) like a 401(k), and vacation time and sick leave, the USPS said.

When are the USPS job fairs?

Tallahassee: Friday, Jan, 30, at the Tallahassee Post Office, 2800 S Adams Street
Lake City: Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Lake City Post Office, 250 NW Main Blvd.

Interested applicants who can’t make it to the job fairs may also apply at usps.com/careers.

What are the requirements to work for the post office?

You must be 18 years old or older at the time of appointment or 16 years old with a high school diploma
You must be a United States citizen or permanent resident
You must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
If driving is part of the job, you must have a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record

C. A. Bridges is a journalist for the USA TODAY Network-Florida’s service journalism Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY.

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