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Jeff Purinton’s priority as Florida State athletic director is ‘finding every revenue stream’
Florida State athletic director Jeff Purinton said raising revenue will be a top priority as the university seeks to compete with well-funded rivals. Speaking at his introductory news conference Tuesday in Tallahassee…
Where to watch Florida vs Florida State basketball for free today
The Florida Gators and Florida State Seminoles face off today in a highly anticipated college basketball rivalry game. Fans looking to catch the action can find various streaming options and broadcast channels available…
Byron Donalds names business, political and policy leaders to transition team
Florida Gov.-elect Byron Donalds named four people to help prepare his incoming administration. Miami business executive Manuel Kadre will chair the transition, with campaign strategist Ryan Smith as executive director…
Jeff Purinton's priority as Florida State athletic director is 'finding every revenue stream'
Florida State athletic director Jeff Purinton says his priority is finding new revenue streams for the university’s athletics program. The brief report focuses on the financial challenge facing college sports…
Counties with the most veterans in Florida
A Stacker analysis ranks Florida counties by the share of residents who are military veterans, using U.S. Census Bureau five-year estimates for 2024. The report notes that about 17.1 million veterans live in the United…
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Jimbo Fisher Reportedly 'Pushing Hard' for FSU HC Job, New Rumors on Search to Replace Mike Norvell
Jimbo Fisher is reportedly pursuing a return as Florida State’s head coach, contacting potential staff members as the school searches for a replacement for Mike Norvell. USA Today’s John Brice reported the effort, but a…
Jimbo Fisher is reportedly pushing hard for 1 head coaching job
Former Florida State coach Jimbo Fisher is reportedly pushing to return to the program as it searches for a replacement for Mike Norvell, who was fired earlier this month. USA Today’s John Brice reports that Fisher has…
Politics & Power: GOP redistricting backfires in Florida midterms; Amendment 3 reshapes state’s financial future
Florida’s 2026 midterm results saw Democrats flip or hold key congressional seats in districts Republicans had redrawn to favor their candidates, while Amendment 3 passed with 62% of the vote. The property-tax measure…
Florida midterms drew second highest voter turnout in three decades
Florida’s 2026 midterm election turnout reached 60.9%, the second-highest level in three decades, according to the News Service of Florida. About 8.3 million people voted, roughly 7 percentage points above the 2022…
North Florida Weather Alert: Tallahassee 79° to 40° Drop Nov 10-15
Tallahassee is forecast to move from highs near 79 degrees Tuesday to much cooler conditions by the weekend, with morning lows approaching 40 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Warm, mostly sunny…
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Florida Snow: Why 20 Inches Can Form From Just 1 Inch of Water
Meteorologists explain the science behind rare Florida snowfall, noting that while snow is uncommon in the region, atmospheric conditions dictate accumulation. The snow-to-liquid ratio determines how much snow forms…
Florida’s red wall is cracking, but Democrats are missing their chance
An Al Jazeera opinion piece argues that Florida Democrats could challenge Republican control after the 2026 midterms, but have failed to back progressive candidates who gained support elsewhere. It contrasts the state’s…
Florida midterms drew second highest turnout in three decades
Florida’s midterm turnout reached 60.9 percent, the second-highest level in the past 30 years, with about 8.3 million people voting. The total was roughly seven percentage points above the 2022 midterm turnout but two…
Kirby Smart Assistant Emerges as Candidate for Florida State Head Coaching Job
Florida State is searching for a new head football coach after dismissing Mike Norvell, and Georgia defensive coordinator Glenn Schumann has emerged as a reported candidate. The report follows the university’s…
Florida Midterms drew second-highest turnout in three decades
Florida’s 2026 midterm turnout reached 60.9%, the second-highest level in three decades, according to state election officials. About 8.3 million people voted, roughly 7% more than in 2022 but below the 2018 turnout…
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FSU picks new AD as search for Mike Norvell replacement continues
Florida State has selected a new athletic director while its search for a replacement for football coach Mike Norvell continues. The leadership appointment comes amid a broader effort to determine the program’s…
Florida State hires Jeff Purinton as athletic director
Florida State University has introduced alumnus Jeff Purinton as its new athletic director. Purinton returns to Tallahassee after senior athletics roles at Alabama and Arkansas State, including work in Alabama’s…
Gators' Chinyelu faces a big challenge from FSU's Baby Shaq
Florida center Rueben Chinyelu faces a major test against Florida State’s 7-foot Marcis Ponder when the top-ranked Gators visit the Seminoles on Tuesday night. Chinyelu, a dominant rebounder and 2025-26 Naismith…
Donalds names his transition team after winning governor’s race
Florida governor-elect Byron Donalds has named a transition team after winning the governor’s race. Manuel “Manny” Kadre, a University of Miami trustee chairman and luxury-car dealership executive, was selected to lead…
Florida turnout hits 60.9%, second highest in 30 years, as Gov. DeSantis credits Amendment 3
Florida’s midterm election turnout reached 60.9%, the second-highest rate in 30 years, according to state figures reported by CBS and the News Service of Florida. More than 8 million people voted, about seven percentage…
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Exonerees to rally at Capitol to urge Governor Donalds to halt deaths
Florida death row exonerees and criminal justice advocates plan to gather at the state Capitol on Nov. 12 to urge Gov.-elect Byron Donalds to pause executions and review the state’s capital punishment system. Organizers…
Editorial: Republicans itching to challenge Amendment 6 are begging for another drubbing
This editorial argues that Florida Republicans would face significant political backlash if they attempt to challenge Amendment 6, which protects abortion access in the state. The piece suggests that voters have clearly…
Governor Ron DeSantis and fans blast “short-sighted” decision to expand CFP to 24 teams
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized the College Football Playoff’s planned expansion from 12 to 24 teams, calling it “short-sighted” and warning it could weaken what makes college football special. The change is set to…
Donalds, Avila Name Top Leaders For Florida Transition Team
Byron Donalds and Avila have named the top leaders for Florida’s transition team. The announcement concerns the team’s leadership as it prepares for the transition, but the available report provides no names or further…
Florida State hires alum Jeff Purinton as athletics director
Florida State University has appointed alumnus Jeff Purinton as its new athletics director. Purinton, a former administrator and Learfield executive, brings extensive experience, including time spent working with Bobby…
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Florida's dry season gets a wet start, but water conservation remains important
Florida's dry season has experienced a wetter-than-usual start, providing some relief to the region. However, state officials emphasize that water conservation remains a critical priority for residents. Despite the…
Death Row Exonerees Urge Florida Gov-Elect Byron Donalds To Halt Executions
A group of individuals previously exonerated from death row has issued a formal appeal to Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds, urging him to halt all scheduled executions. The exonerees argue that the risk of wrongful…
Overton Execution Set To Break Single-Year Capital Punishment Record In Florida
The scheduled execution of an inmate named Overton is set to push Florida to a new record for the highest number of capital punishments carried out in a single year. The case has reignited intense debate regarding the…
Florida State Makes Significant Move That Has Major Impact on Head Coach Search
Florida State University has hired Jeff Purinton as its new athletic director. Purinton, a former FSU graduate and athletic administrator with experience at Arkansas State and Alabama, takes over as the university…