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Who the Jacksonville Dolphins is playing this season of college basketball

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins’ season starts on Mon Nov. 6 at Jacksonville.

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Sen. Rick Scott Calls for Passage of Resolution Recognizing María Corina Machado as Venezuela’s Official Presidential Opposition Candidate

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

Washington, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott has introduced a resolution today, calling for the recognition of María Corina Machado as Venezuela's official Presidential Opposition candidate for the upcoming presidential elections. Senator Scott passionately spoke in support of the resolution and urged for its unanimous passage on the Senate floor. The resolution, which aims to stand with Machado and the people of Venezuela, was unfortunately blocked by Senate Democrats.In his speech, Senator Scott emphasized the importance of supporting Machado and the Venezuelan people in their...

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Sens. Rick Scott & Marsha Blackburn Lead Legislation To Weaken Iran-China Ties, Condition Any Nuclear Deal

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

On December 5, 2023, Senator Rick Scott and Senator Marsha Blackburn, along with six other Republican colleagues, introduced the Iran China Accountability Act. The purpose of this legislation is to weaken Iran's ties with Communist China and condition any future nuclear deal on certain conditions.According to Senator Rick Scott, Iran cannot be trusted due to its support for terrorist organizations like Hamas, who are attacking Israel and committing heinous acts of violence. Additionally, Iran's alliance with Communist China, a major adversary of the United States, poses a...

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Rubio Urges Biden to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuelan Regime

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has called on President Joe Biden to reinstate sanctions on the Venezuelan regime led by President Nicolás Maduro. Rubio's statement comes in response to the failure of the Maduro narco-regime to meet the November 30 deadline set by the Biden administration, which demanded the release of U.S. hostages and the participation of opposition leader María Corina Machado in the upcoming general election.During a Senate Committee on Appropriations hearing, Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that the Biden administration would "take...

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Rutherford Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winners

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for Florida's 5th Congressional District have been announced by Congressman John Rutherford. The challenge, which aims to encourage student participation in computer science and coding, saw impressive submissions from young talents across the district.Taking first place is Sarah Park, a student at The Bolles School in Jacksonville. Park's app, "Spark Care+," focuses on mental wellness services. The app allows users to choose a personalized music piece based on their activity, offering relaxation,...

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Rubio, Colleagues Introduce Bill Protecting American Auto Jobs

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

Last month, American autoworkers secured significant victories in negotiations with the "Big Three" automakers. These victories were crucial as automakers have historically threatened to move manufacturing jobs overseas to cut costs, despite benefiting from the American tax code.To address this issue, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and his colleagues have introduced the Putting American Autoworkers First Act. This bill aims to prevent automakers from receiving federal tax credits, grants, and loans if they offshore auto manufacturing from the United States. Senator Rubio...

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Sens. Rick Scott and Chuck Grassley Lead Budget Committee Republicans in Urging Chairman Whitehouse to Prioritize Fiscal Climate

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

Amid concerns about the country's deteriorating fiscal health, Senators Rick Scott, Chuck Grassley, and all Budget Committee Republicans are calling on Chairman Sheldon Whitehouse to prioritize policies addressing the nation's economic challenges. In a letter signed by all committee Republicans, the senators highlight the credit downgrades and independent analyses warning of the growing debt, deficit, and interest obligations.The senators emphasize the need for urgent action, stating, "There's no time to spare." They urge Chairman Whitehouse to shift the Committee's...

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Senators Rick Scott & Katie Britt Urge Biden Administration to Enforce Iran Steel Sanctions

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Rick Scott and Senator Katie Britt, along with 29 Senate Republican colleagues, have written a letter urging the Biden administration to enforce existing sanctions on Iranian steel. The senators emphasize the importance of proactively and continuously enforcing these sanctions and highlight the negative consequences of ineffective enforcement.Iran is one of the largest steel-producing countries in the world, and its steel industry generates significant funds through exports. In 2020, the United States imposed sanctions on Iran's metals...

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Senador Rick Scott pide reconocimiento de María Corina Machado como candidata presidencial oficial de la oposición venezolana

By Duval Times | Dec 5, 2023

El Senador Rick Scott ha presentado una resolución en el Senado de Estados Unidos para reconocer a María Corina Machado como la candidata oficial de la oposición presidencial de Venezuela en las próximas elecciones. El Senador Scott ha instado a Estados Unidos a apoyar a Machado y al valiente pueblo venezolano que la ha elegido para liderar la lucha contra la brutal opresión de Nicolás Maduro y para traer libertad y democracia a su país.En su discurso en el Senado, el Senador Scott expresó su apoyo a la resolución y destacó la importancia de apoyar a Machado y al pueblo...

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Rubio Staff to Host FEMA Assistance Mobile Office Hours

By Duval Times | Dec 4, 2023

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio's (R-FL) office will be providing assistance to constituents affected by Hurricane Idalia through Mobile Office Hours. These office hours are aimed at offering a more convenient way for constituents who do not live near one of Senator Rubio's regional offices to receive federal casework assistance. The FEMA Assistance Mobile Office Hours will be held on Friday, December 8, 2023. There will be two sessions, the first one from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm EST, serving Columbia County and Hamilton County. This session will take place at the Hamilton County...

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Sen. Rick Scott Demands Transparency Regarding Exclusion of Undefeated FSU from College Football Playoffs

By Duval Times | Dec 4, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott has expressed his concerns and demanded transparency from the College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Committee after the shocking decision to exclude undefeated Florida State University (FSU) from the upcoming playoffs. In a letter addressed to Committee Chairman Boo Corrigan, Senator Scott called for a full explanation of how the decision was reached and what factors influenced the outcome.The exclusion of FSU, a 13-0 Power Five conference champion, from the playoffs has raised questions about the integrity of the selection...

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Duval County Education: 129,801 students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By Duval Times | Dec 4, 2023

There was an increase in student enrollment in Duval County schools in the 2022-23 academic year.

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On Saturday, December 2, Madison-Ridgeland Academy standout Trent Coleman competed in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The North Florida Ospreys lost 79-86 in their NCAA D1 game against the High Point Panthers on Saturday, December 2.

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Bishop John J. Snyder High School standout Gyasi Powell’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Saturday, December 2

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins won 81-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Georgia Southern Eagles on Saturday, December 2.

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On Saturday, December 2, former Seward High School standout Nate Lliteras’ college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Jalen Griffith, former Simeon Career Academy High School standout, played on Saturday, December 2 in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The game took place in Statesboro, Georgia.

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On Saturday, December 2, South Walton High School standout Carson Brown competed in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins won 81-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Georgia Southern Eagles on Saturday, December 2.

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On Saturday, December 2, former Windermere Preparatory School standout Jaylen Smith’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Jasai Miles, former Miami Country Day School standout, played on Saturday, December 2 in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Max Hrdlicka, former Glynn Academy standout, played on Saturday, December 2 in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 3, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.