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Long hours, longer commutes, but the sun still shines for Florida’s workers

WLRN Public Media | By Sofia Zarran For decades, people have been relocating to Florida for its balmy weather. A new study on workplace burnout now suggests the sunshine in the Sunshine State may be helping keep up spirits, even in the face of rough commutes and long work weeks. About 1 in 10 Floridians have […]

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Beloved spoken-word poetry, music organization marking two decades as a South Florida staple

WLRN Public Media | By Wilkine Brutus “Laugh, cry, and feel inspired.” That’s the motto for the beloved spoken-word poetry organization marking 25 years as a South Florida space for poets and musicians. “Poetry is church for some people,” said Ingrid Basin, founder of ON THE B SIDE, one of South Florida’s longest-running spoken word platforms.

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Coral Springs vice mayor’s death investigated as domestic violence. Husband charged with murder

WLRN Public Media | By The Associated Press The husband of the Coral Springs vice mayor has been charged with fatally shooting his wife at their home, according to a police affidavit. Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead Wednesday by officers checking on her well-being, and her death was being investigated as a domestic violence incident,

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