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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Duval County in week ending Sept. 7?

By Duval Times | Sep 16, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rubio discusses immigration crime and Chinese influence on One Nation

By Duval Times | Sep 15, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) appeared on One Nation with Brian Kilmeade to discuss illegal immigrant crime and Communist China’s influence in the United States. Below are key points from the discussion.

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Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16?

By Duval Times | Sep 15, 2024

These former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16.

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Duval Times area weekly mass times

By Duval Times | Sep 15, 2024

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

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Rubio criticizes Biden-Harris proposal on de minimis rule

By Duval Times | Sep 14, 2024

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a proposed new rule aimed at addressing the de minimis loophole, which allows for duty and tax exemptions on goods valued under $800. This loophole has been increasingly exploited by China to bypass tariffs and continue shipping low-cost and illicit goods into the United States, adversely affecting American businesses.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Duval County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending Sept. 7

By Duval Times | Sep 14, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Duval County in week ending Sept. 7?

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Duval County in week ending Sept. 7

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Duval County in week ending Sept. 7?

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Duval County in week ending Sept. 7

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rubio urges Biden administration for proactive measures against potential Oropouche outbreak

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has urged President Joe Biden to take proactive measures to prevent a widespread outbreak of the Oropouche virus in the United States. The virus, spread by mosquitoes and biting midges, can cause neurological effects and severe consequences for unborn babies.

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Senator Rick Scott updates on inflation and debt crisis

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

El Senador Rick Scott publicó una actualización semanal sobre sus acciones para abordar la crisis de deuda de Estados Unidos y la creciente inflación. Esta semana, los informes de la Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales mostraron que los indicadores clave de inflación del gobierno federal, el índice de precios al consumidor (CPI) y el índice de precios al productor (PPI), aumentaron, lo que provocó aún más tensión en los presupuestos de las familias y las pequeñas empresas estadounidenses. Desde que el Presidente Joe Biden y la Vicepresidenta Kamala Harris asumieron el cargo, la...

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Senate passes bill extending USCIRF's mandate for two more years

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), established by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, is a bipartisan commission that monitors and reports on international religious freedom. The commission’s authorization is set to expire on September 30, 2024. The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Act of 2024 (S. 3764), which would extend the commission’s authorities for two years. The bill now awaits passage by the House of Representatives.

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Florida delegation urges comprehensive security plan ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The United States will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Canada and Mexico. Miami has been chosen as one of the host cities for matches, with additional Florida cities serving as base camps for competing national teams. The anticipated surge in tourism across the state could strain existing security infrastructures, prompting a call for comprehensive planning by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

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Rubio urges DoD action on veteran job placement within defense industries

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

The welding, automotive, aviation maintenance, submarine, shipbuilding, and other defense-related trade industries are facing a workforce shortage. Many service members and veterans possess the skills to excel in trade jobs benefiting the defense industrial base (DIB). With the urgent need for skilled labor in the DIB, transition assistance programs for service members and veterans should better guide individuals towards opportunities in the DIB after their service. These changes would support veterans and service members in their transition to civilian life and significantly...

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Senator Rick Scott urges Brown University's Board of Trustees against BDS vote

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

Today, following Joseph Edelman’s resignation from the Brown University Board of Trustees over the board's decision to hold a vote endorsing the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to Brown University’s Board of Trustees urging them to reconsider the decision to hold this vote which supports the BDS movement against the State of Israel and reaffirm their commitment to fostering a campus environment free from antisemitism and discrimination.

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Rubio staff to hold mobile office hours across Florida next week

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio’s (R-FL) office will host in-person Mobile Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues in their respective local communities. These office hours offer constituents who do not live close to one of Senator Rubio’s eight regional offices a more convenient way to receive federal casework assistance.

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Senator Rick Scott issues update on actions addressing debt crisis

By Duval Times | Sep 13, 2024

Today, Senator Rick Scott released a weekly update on his actions to address America’s debt crisis and rising inflation. This week, reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the federal government’s key inflation indicators, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI), rose, causing more strain on the budgets of American families and small businesses. Since President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris took office, CPI inflation is up 20.3%, while PPI inflation has risen 20.0%. Following the CPI announcement earlier this week, Senator...

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Lawmakers demand action against visa holders supporting terrorism

By Duval Times | Sep 12, 2024

Since Hamas's October 7, 2023 terrorist attack against Israel, U.S. cities and campuses have experienced a rise in antisemitic and pro-terrorist violence. Concerns persist that participants in these acts may be present on visas and are not being held accountable. The United States is legally obligated to enforce immigration laws by removing supporters of terrorist groups from the country and denying entry to others. However, the Biden-Harris Administration has not exercised this responsibility.

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Senators demand action against visa holders supporting terrorism

By Duval Times | Sep 12, 2024

Today, following Hamas' October 7th terrorist attack against Israel, Senator Rick Scott joined Senator Marco Rubio and Representative Rich McCormick in sending a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and U.S. Department of State Secretary Antony Blinken. The letter questions the ability of these departments to address concerns regarding aliens linked to terrorist organizations.