Florida’s primary election: A voter’s guide
Isabella Morales, highlights newsmagazine contributor
August 18, 2020
On Aug. 18, residents of the state of Florida will vote in a closed primary election to determine the fate of at least 97 competitive races and their state alike for the next four years. As the coronavirus pandemic consumes the lives of Americans, unemployment rates surge past 10%, according to th...
Have Our Leaders Done Enough to Help Stop the COVID-19 Spread?
Lauren Gregorio, Opinion Editor
July 22, 2020
Coronavirus has been the center of discussion all over the world. What started out as a small outbreak in Wuhan, China has transformed into a global pandemic. From wearing masks out to staying six feet apart, these precautions have become the new normal. In an attempt to mitigate the situation, lead...
Would Reopening Schools in the Fall be a Wise Choice?
Allison Cajina, Staff Writer
July 22, 2020
As of July 2020, the state of Florida has surpassed 300,000 COVID-19 cases, quickly becoming the United States' epicenter of the virus. The surge of cases is due to many citizens refusing to wear masks with many also ignoring social distancing rules. The growing amount of individuals who do not believe ...
Is Now the Time to Reopen Florida’s Beaches?
Nataly Leiva, Staff Writer
May 3, 2020
On April 17, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis began reopening beaches and parks in Jacksonville as more states have decided to loosen restrictions enforced during this pandemic. DeSantis stated that Florida municipalities have the authority to open up its beaches as long as people practiced social distancing...
On the Front Lines: a Look into the Fight Against COVID-19
Chase Bagnall-Koger, News Editor
April 24, 2020
Andre Gutierrez begins his 12-hour shift in a now-closed community pool house, equipped with his head cap, full gown, gloves, boot covers, and the “luxury” of a 3m respiratory mask to answer the first call of the day. As the phones begin to ring, the tiny subunit of the St. Petersburg fire ...
DeSantis support for parental consent causes stir
Melanie Nuñez, Staff Writer
April 13, 2020
Abortion has become an increasingly controversial topic in politics. One issue that has circulated through Florida is the bill SB 404 that would require minors to have parental consent before an abortion is performed, regardless of situational circumstances, which is unsound. Governor Ron D...
2020 FSU Youth Scholars Program
Chase Bagnall-Koger, News Editor
January 23, 2020
The FSU Youth Scholars program is a six-week residential science and mathematics summer program for Florida high school students with significant potential for careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It is open to all rising high school seniors who attend a public...
An Educational Tour of the Sunshine State: In-State College Tour
Natalie Abrahantes, Staff Writer
January 11, 2020
Florida Minimum Wage Set to Increase for Third Consecutive year
Alexander Tabares, Staff Writer
January 10, 2020
On Jan. 1, 2020, the minimum wage in Florida is set to increase again. This is the third consecutive year that growth has been experienced, and it may continue as a proposal to increase the minimum wage to fifteen dollars by 2026 to be voted upon next year. An increase in wages is often a heavily...
The Best Miami Sports Moments of the Decade
Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
December 23, 2019
Looking back at all of the Miami sports moments throughout the decade, Miami sports teams have had quite the stretch. The 305 has watched Most Valuable Players (MVPs) suit up to play, legendary dynasties being established and brand new stadiums being created. Not to mention, Miami has seen some of the...
Have Yourself a Merry Little Florida Christmas
Amanda Perez, Staff Writer
December 23, 2019
As December rolls in and the holiday season begins to unfold, Floridians might have a bit of a difficulty to find Christmas spirit. With sunny days and weather not passing below the 50's, its hard to feel like it's Christmas time at all. Although this might be true, there are many different types of...
Tropical Storm Gordon: Came Weaker than Expected
Miguel Lemus, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
Almost a year ago, Hurricane Irma made landfall on the Florida Keys, leaving thousands of Floridians to deal with property damage, a lack of electricity and coastal flooding. Fear of a similar situation ensued within Florida communities after Tropical Storm Gordon's trajectory was projected towards...
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