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Senators Rubio, Durbin, Cassidy, and Cardin Condemn Maduro's Actions in Venezuela

By Duval Times | Mar 6, 2024

The regime of Maduro recently announced a new date for presidential elections in the country. However, Maduro has disqualified the main opposition candidate María Corina Machado from participating in the presidential elections. The Venezuelan dictatorship has also arbitrarily arrested members of Machado's campaign team and continues to censor independent press.In response to these actions, Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), and Ben Cardin (D-MD) issued a joint statement."EE.UU. y la comunidad internacional deben reconocer la cruda...

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Rubio Announces SOTU Guest: Aunt of American-Israeli Hostage in Gaza

By Duval Times | Mar 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has announced that he will be hosting a special guest at the upcoming State of the Union address. The guest is Esther “Etty” Israeli, the aunt of American-Israeli hostage, Itay Chen, who was captured during a terrorist attack in Gaza.Speaking about the ongoing situation, Senator Rubio emphasized the gravity of the events that unfolded on October 7, 2023, where Hamas terrorists invaded the Gaza border communities, leading to the death of many, including American citizens. Senator Rubio stated, "Today marks 151 days since the horrific...

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In Bipartisan Letter, Sens. Rick Scott & Elizabeth Warren Call Out Culture of Corruption in the Federal Reserve

By Duval Times | Mar 6, 2024

Senators Rick Scott and Elizabeth Warren have spoken out against the culture of corruption within the Federal Reserve, specifically addressing the lack of accountability for officials who violate rules and engage in conflicts of interest. In a bipartisan letter to the Federal Reserve’s Office of Inspector General, the senators expressed their concerns about the failure to hold officials accountable for unethical behavior.“This trading scandal – the most severe ethics failure in the Fed’s history – eroded the public’s trust and raised legitimate questions about the...

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City of Jacksonville Secures $845,350 Energy Efficiency Grant from U.S. Department of Energy

By Duval Times | Mar 6, 2024

The City of Jacksonville has been awarded an $845,350 energy efficiency grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. The grant will be used to implement various services aimed at improving energy efficiency in low-income households, starting with the Eastside neighborhood and eventually expanding city-wide.Services to be provided through the grant include blower door tests, installation of a data monitoring system, and the replacement of HVAC units, doors, insulation, and energy-efficient lightbulbs. The program will focus on enhancing energy efficiency, reducing carbon...

Rubio to Biden: Protect U.S. Catholic Churches

By Duval Times | Mar 6, 2024

Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has called on President Joe Biden to address the increasing number of attacks on Catholic churches in the United States. Rubio highlighted that since May 2020, there have been over 400 attacks on Catholic churches across the country.Rubio's letter to President Biden emphasized the urgency of investigating and fully prosecuting these incidents. He stated, "As president, you have the constitutional duty to 'take care that the laws be faithfully executed.' The top priority of your administration should be to protect and defend any group from...

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Duval County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind River Garden Hebrew Home for the Aged?

By Duval Times | Mar 5, 2024

River Garden Hebrew Home for the Aged was one of the 10 non-profit facility nursing homes in Duval County, Florida in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of five.

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Sens. Rick Scott, Ted Cruz & Colleagues Introduce the LIABLE Act

By Duval Times | Mar 5, 2024

Senators Rick Scott, Ted Cruz, and a group of colleagues have introduced the LIABLE Act, a piece of legislation aimed at allowing American victims of terrorism to sue international organizations that support terrorist groups like Hamas. Senator Rick Scott emphasized the need for accountability, stating, "Everyone knows that UNRWA supports terrorism and has spent years propping up Iran-backed Hamas and spreading disgusting antisemitism." Senator Ted Cruz echoed this sentiment, highlighting UNRWA's history of providing support to Hamas and emphasizing the victims' right to...

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Rubio, Rosen Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill Preventing Support for Hamas

By Duval Times | Mar 5, 2024

U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Jacky Rosen have reintroduced the bipartisan Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad International Terrorism Support Prevention Act of 2024 to sanction foreign entities and governments supporting Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or affiliates. Senator Rubio emphasized the importance of this bill by stating, “The barbaric terrorist attacks against Israel on October 7th by Hamas savages reaffirms the importance of sanctioning the group’s enablers and the governments who provide material support to these terrorists. As a nation, which stands...

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Rubio Renews Push for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

By Duval Times | Mar 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) is once again advocating for the implementation of permanent Daylight Saving Time in the United States. As the nation prepares to set the clocks forward this weekend, Senator Rubio emphasized the significance of his Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to abolish the practice of changing clocks biannually.In a statement, Senator Rubio declared, “We’re ‘springing forward’ but should have never ‘fallen back.’ My Sunshine Protection Act would end this stupid practice of changing our clocks back and forth.”This recent push by Senator Rubio is...

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River City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center: 4-star nursing home in Duval County

By Duval Times | Mar 4, 2024

River City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center was one of the 24 for-profit facility nursing homes in Duval County, Florida in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of four.

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Rubio, Grassley Call for Media Outlets to Refuse Chinese Communist Party Funding

By Duval Times | Mar 4, 2024

U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Chuck Grassley have taken a stand against American media outlets accepting funding from China Daily, a publication linked to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). In a joint effort, Rubio and Grassley sent letters to the CEOs of nine media companies, including The Seattle Times, the Houston Chronicle, The Boston Globe, the Los Angeles Times, TIME, USA Today, the Financial Times, the Sun Sentinel, and the Chicago Tribune.Rubio and Grassley expressed their concerns in the letters, emphasizing the dangers of collaborating with a CCP propaganda...

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Sens. Rick Scott & Tim Scott Call for Censure of Iran for Nuclear Buildup

By Duval Times | Mar 4, 2024

Senator Rick Scott and Senator Tim Scott, along with a group of their colleagues, are urging the Biden administration to take action against Iran's nuclear activities at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting. The senators emphasized the need for censuring Iran in light of recent developments regarding its nuclear program."In recent months, the Iranian regime has utilized its proxy network to disrupt global commerce and threaten our armed forces, while simultaneously increasing its stockpile of enriched uranium. The United States must...

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Regents Park of Jacksonville, a non-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023

By Duval Times | Mar 3, 2024

Regents Park of Jacksonville was one of the 10 non-profit facility nursing homes in Duval County, Florida in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?

By Duval Times | Mar 2, 2024

This former Duval Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

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The Ponce Therapy Care Center and Rehabilitation Q4 2023’s largest nursing home in St. Johns County

By Duval Times | Mar 2, 2024

Boasting an overall rating of five, The Ponce Therapy Care Center and Rehabilitation was the largest nursing home in St. Johns County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned Raydiant Health Care of Jacksonville in Q4 2023?

By Duval Times | Mar 2, 2024

Raydiant Health Care of Jacksonville was one of the 24 for-profit facility nursing homes in Duval County, Florida in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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Senator Rick Scott Receives Briefing at Eglin AFB, Stresses Support for Florida’s Military

By Duval Times | Mar 2, 2024

Senator Rick Scott visited Eglin Air Force Base near Fort Walton Beach, Florida, where he emphasized his commitment to supporting Florida's military installations and service members. Following a briefing with base leaders, Senator Scott spoke to the media alongside various local officials and released a statement regarding his dedication to Florida's military community.During the media availability, Senator Scott stated, “I’m fighting for Florida’s military every day, especially here in Northwest Florida. Florida serves the mission of America’s armed forces with critical...

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Duval Times area weekly mass times

By Duval Times | Mar 2, 2024

The following parishes in the Duval Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Largest nursing home in St. Johns County as of Q4 2023

By Duval Times | Mar 1, 2024

With an overall rating of one, The Lilac at Bayview was the largest nursing home in St. Johns County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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1 company in a city within Duval County received one inspection in February

By Duval Times | Mar 1, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Duval County that received an FDA inspection in February, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.