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Swiftie builds custom guitar, hopes to give it to Taylor Swift at concert
SUMMARY: Taylor Swift’s unique fan base inspired a Florida fan, Jose Gao, to create a custom guitar for her that incorporates messages from 160 Swifties worldwide. Gao, who spent six months on this project, installed LED lights to enhance its appeal. His previous custom guitars have been used by artists like Coldplay. Gao’s Instagram account, “T’s Dream Guitar,” has gained 91,000 followers, reflecting the fan community’s enthusiasm. While his goal isn’t solely to attract Swift’s attention, it supports his “Light Up the World” campaign promoting creativity in music. Despite lacking concert tickets, fellow fans are offering help to secure him some.
Orlando-based musician Jose Gallo has crafted a unique tribute to Taylor Swiftโ, creating a custom guitar designed specifically for her fans.
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Woman charged with manslaughter after newborn's body found in trash can at University of Tampa
SUMMARY: Six months after a newborn was found discarded in a trash can at the University of Tampa, the mother, 19-year-old Briana Moore, faces charges including aggravated manslaughter and child neglect. State Attorney Susie Lopez expressed sorrow, noting the baby girl might have been saved if Moore had sought help. Following her birth in a bathroom, Moore allegedly wrapped the baby in a towel after she stopped crying and discarded her. An autopsy determined the infant died from asphyxia, ruled a homicide. Florida’s Safe Haven law allows for anonymous surrender of unwanted infants, highlighting preventable options for parents in crisis.
A former University of Tampa student has been charged with aggravated manslaughter of a child and child neglect with great bodily harm after a newborn’s body was found in a trash can in April.
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Hurricane Milton recovery continues, experts weigh in on surge of twisters that formed | Headliners
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton recently struck Florida, causing record tornadoes and widespread destruction, particularly in South Florida. The National Weather Service confirmed 15 tornadoes, including rare EF3 storms. Homeowners face lengthy recovery processes. Many residents are urged to obtain flood insurance as recent storms complicate claims, with only about 20% of Floridians currently covered. In election news, a survey indicates over half of Florida’s Hispanic voters support Donald Trump, driven by economic concerns. Additionally, community efforts continue to honor the legacy of Rebecca Kurtman, who established “Becca’s Closet,” providing free prom dresses to girls in need, maintaining her dream 20 years later.
In this week‘s edition of Headliners: Right now, recovery efforts continue following Hurricane Milton’s landfall in Florida– as …
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Sarah Boone jurors see suitcase where Jorge Torres died
SUMMARY: The witness collected a suitcase for evidence, measuring 28 inches in length, 20 inches wide, and 8.78 inches deep. The suitcase was identified by an Orange County Sheriff’s Office evidence label, which included the item description, the witness’s name, and agency case number. The witness confirmed it was in the same condition as when collected. The suitcase was entered into evidence as State‘s A, with no objections raised. The court granted permission to publish the contents of State’s A for the jury, allowing for further examination of its interior.
Live video feed of Sarah Boone’s trial. Sarah Boone is accused of killing her boyfriend, Jorge Torres, in Feb. 2020 by zipping him up in a suitcase during a drunken game of hide-and-seek. Torres was found dead in the suitcase the next day. Sarah Boone claims Torres’ death was in self-defense.
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