Author: Trevor Honohan
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Navigating the Maze: The Challenges of Orlando’s Business Licensing Process
Credit given to Claude Smith The business licensing office in Orlando has become a source of frustration for many entrepreneurs, characterized by inefficiencies and weak online support. As aspiring business owners seek to navigate the complex landscape of regulations, they are often met with a series of systemic challenges that hinder their progress. At the Read more
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Exciting News for Florida’s Hometown Heroes: The Launch of the 2025 HTH Loan Program, credited to Derick Brown with The Mortgage Firm
After much anticipation, the long-awaited Hometown Heroes Program (HTH) from Florida Housing is on the horizon! On June 16, 2025, the Florida Legislature passed the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget, allocating $50 million in new funding for the 2025 HTH Loan Program. However, this new iteration of the program comes with significant changes aimed at better Read more
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Unmasking Corruption: The USAID Contract Scandal and the Call for Reform
A Deeply Troubling Breach of Trust: The USAID Contract Scandal In an alarming revelation spanning nearly a decade, a significant corruption scandal has come to light involving USAID contracts awarded to Apprio and Vistant, amounting to over $550 million in federal funding. The details of this case expose not just individual wrongdoing, but a systemic Read more
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A Call for Integrity in Florida’s Senate District 15 Election
As election season heats up, it often brings out the worst in candidates and their campaigns. In Florida Senate District 15, we are witnessing a troubling example of this phenomenon. A recent text message campaign by candidate Randolph Bracy has raised serious concerns about the integrity of political discourse and the commitment to truth in Read more
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Montverde’s Magnificent Four: The Class of 2024’s Path to NBA Stardom
In the world of high school basketball, few programs have consistently produced elite talent like Montverde Academy. The class of 2024 was no exception, boasting a roster filled with future stars, among them Cooper Flagg, Derik Queen, Asa Newell, and Liam McNeeley. This group not only led their team to an impressive 33-0 record but Read more
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Orlando’s Million-Dollar Homeless Bus—Humanitarianism or Fiscal Theater?
Orlando’s new Dignity Bus program is winning headlines—and it should. Who doesn’t support the idea of giving people experiencing homelessness a clean, safe place to sleep? But here’s what should stop us in our tracks: Vero Beach runs the same type of bus for $100,000 a year. Orlando’s price tag? $1 million. That’s not just a rounding error—that’s a policy iceberg. When Read more
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Orlando’s West Central Blvd Crumbles: 1930s Bricks Exposed Amid Heavy Traffic and Neglect
The poor condition of West Central Boulevard between Westmoreland Drive and Orange Blossom Trail (OBT) in Orlando, Florida, is likely a combination of historical infrastructure issues, heavy traffic, and deferred maintenance, though no definitive evidence points to a specific conspiracy or hidden city plan. Here’s a breakdown of the situation based on available information and Read more
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Orlando Emerges as Strong Contender to Host Jaguars During EverBank Stadium Renovation
Orlando’s Camping World Stadium is a leading candidate to host the Jacksonville Jaguars for their 2027 NFL season, as the team’s home EverBank Stadium undergoes a $1.4 billion renovation. Orange County has approved up to $11 million in incentives, including $10 million for hosting at least eight regular-season games and an additional $1 million for Read more
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Florida Cracks Down on Squatters: New Laws Bolster Property Owners’ Rights
By [email protected] Property owners in Florida will soon have stronger legal backing to reclaim their commercial spaces from squatters and unauthorized occupants, thanks to two new laws recently signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. Aimed at commercial and hospitality properties, these measures streamline the removal of non-paying individuals from hotels and other commercial spaces. One law Read more
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The Magic are Contenders
The latest Orlando Magic trade, reported on June 16, 2025, involved a blockbuster deal with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Magic acquired guard-forward Desmond Bane in exchange for guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, guard Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round draft picks (2025 No. 16 pick, 2026 Suns pick swap, 2028 Magic pick, and 2030 Magic pick), and a Read more