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Misty Brady

Florida dad battles rare flesh-eating infection

A day of fishing in Port St. Joe turned into a nightmare for Ben West and his family when he was struck by a flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus. Within hours, Ben’s leg swelled to four times its normal size, covered in blisters, and his organs began to fail. He’s already undergone two surgeries and faces more ahead. The family’s faith and community support are helping them cope, but this is a stark reminder of the hidden dangers in our local waters. How do you feel about the risks of outdoor activities in our area? #Health #BodyHealth #FloridaNews

Joseph Livingston

Florida residents: $10K settlement deadline looms

If you ever visited Coastal Orthopedics in Florida, your sensitive info might have been exposed in last year’s data breach—and you could be owed up to $10,000 in cash. The deadline to claim is just 48 hours away! All you need is proof of any financial loss, like a bank statement or receipt. Even if you didn’t lose money, you might still qualify for free credit monitoring. This is a rare chance to get compensated for a company’s security slip. Has anyone here filed a claim or had their info leaked? Let’s talk about what this means for our community. #Business #MakeMoney #FloridaNews

Joel Sweeney

Raw milk outbreak shakes New Smyrna Beach

A raw milk outbreak linked to Keely Farms Dairy in New Smyrna Beach has left 21 people sick, including several young children, and sent seven to the hospital. What’s wild is the farm says they weren’t even told about the investigation until the news broke. Raw milk is technically illegal to sell for drinking in Florida, but it’s still being sold as “pet food” and promoted in private groups. Health experts warn that drinking unpasteurized milk is risky business, but the debate over its sale continues. How do you feel about raw milk’s growing popularity despite these risks? #Health #BodyHealth #FloridaNews

Holly Gonzalez

Florida man’s triple marriage shocks locals

A man in Florida secretly married three women at the same time, and none of them knew about each other! Each wife thought she’d found her perfect match through dating apps, but it turned out he was after their money. The whole scheme unraveled when one wife discovered his other marriage and reached out to the third. Now, he’s been convicted of bigamy and sentenced to probation. It’s wild how easy it was for him to get away with this for so long—should there be better checks in place for marriage licenses? #Relationships #FloridaNews #Bigamy

William Vasquez

Florida’s raw milk warning: What’s really at stake?

Raw milk has sent 21 Floridians—including six kids—to the hospital, and health officials are sounding the alarm. The culprit? Dangerous bacteria like E. coli and Campylobacter, which can cause severe illness and even kidney failure. Even though raw milk is gaining popularity for its supposed health benefits, it’s only legal for pet use in Florida, not for people. The real issue seems to be poor sanitation at the farm involved. This outbreak is a wake-up call: is the risk worth it, or should we stick to pasteurized milk? What’s your take on raw milk—health trend or health hazard? #Health #BodyHealth #FloridaNews

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Florida man’s triple marriage shocks three counties

Imagine finding out your spouse is married to two other people—at the same time! That’s exactly what happened to three women in different Florida counties, all married to the same man, Henry Betsey Jr. After one wife uncovered the truth, Betsey got two years’ probation and must stay off dating sites and social media. The case highlights a big gap in Florida’s marriage license system, since there’s no way to check for overlapping marriages across counties. What do you think—should there be a statewide database to prevent this? #Relationships #FloridaNews #Bigamy

Renee Hodges

Florida man’s triple marriage shocks community

A Florida man secretly married three women at the same time, and none of them knew about each other until the truth exploded. Each wife thought she’d found her perfect match, only to discover he was allegedly after their money. The story unraveled when one wife reached out to another, leading to his arrest and a felony bigamy conviction. Now, he’s on probation and officially a felon. It’s wild to think how easily someone can hide such a double (or triple!) life. What do you think—should the system have caught this sooner? Have you ever heard of anything like this? #Relationships #FloridaNews #TrueCrime

Holly Gonzalez

Shocking abuse uncovered in Norman, FL

Authorities in Norman, Florida have arrested a local family after uncovering disturbing abuse of their foster and adopted children—some as young as 7. Investigators found that kids were allegedly confined in a makeshift 'cage,' denied food, and even sprayed with vinegar as punishment. Even more heartbreaking, some children reportedly never learned their own last names or attended school for years. Meanwhile, the family’s biological kids received privileges like cellphones and better treatment. The Griffeth family is now facing serious charges and remains in jail. How can our community better protect vulnerable children and spot warning signs sooner? #Relationships #FloridaNews #ChildWelfare

Michelle Welch

Deadly Bacteria Lurking at the Beach?!

Did you hear about the flesh-eating bacteria in Florida? Four people have died this year from Vibrio vulnificus, which lives in warm seawater and can sneak in through cuts or even from eating raw oysters. It causes nasty infections—think vomiting, fever, and even skin that swells up and turns red. The scariest part? If it hits your bloodstream, there’s almost a 50% fatality rate. Healthy folks usually get mild symptoms, but if your immune system’s weak, it’s way riskier. Stay safe out there! #Health #BodyHealth #FloridaNews