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Fight over development at Florida government zoning and planning meeting leads to arrests #florida
SUMMARY: In a small town meeting, a resident demanded the board explain the traffic study related to a new subdivision, emphasizing the power of citizens. Despite her passionate insistence, deputies eventually removed her when she refused to leave. The chairman, Nicholas Holmes, acknowledged the community’s growing involvement amidst the rapid population increase in Hernando County, while stressing the importance of understanding the planning process. The strong turnout demonstrated residents’ frustration and desire for accountability in local governance, reflecting a surge of civic engagement as they push back against changes impacting their lives.

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Florida teen awakens from coma months after scooter crash
SUMMARY: Florida teen Germaine Bridges, 15, awakened from a coma months after a scooter crash in December. Germaine was seriously injured when hit by a car just a day after Christmas, leading to a four-month hospital stay. His mother, Tasha Bennett, described him as a fighter who is now showing signs of response, like squeezing hands and opening his left eye. He will require around-the-clock care, including physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Although recovery will be challenging, Germaine’s family remains hopeful that with time, therapy, and support, he may regain his speech and continue healing at home.

Jermaine Bridges, 15, is out of a coma nearly four months after being hit by a car while riding his new electric scooter. His mother says he’s responding physically and beginning a long road to recovery with therapy. Doctors are hopeful he may regain his speech as he continues healing at home.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs 8 more bills into law. Here’s what to expect
SUMMARY: On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed eight new bills into law, addressing various issues. These include HB 157, which extends office hours for registered agents; HB 479, allowing restitution for hit-and-run property damage; HB 597, enabling schools to request prescriptions for glucagon to treat diabetes; HB 615, permitting electronic notices between landlords and tenants; HB 791, authorizing hospitals and fire stations to accept surrendered infants via safety devices; HB 1173, modifying Florida Trust Code; HB 1195, requiring fentanyl testing for drug overdoses; and HB 7003, removing the repeal date for financial tech records exemption.
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Space tech speeds up, simplifies dental implants
SUMMARY: A new robot-assisted dental surgical system, named Yomi, is revolutionizing dental implants in Central Florida. Developed by Neosis and FDA-approved, Yomi helps dentists perform implant procedures with incredible precision, reducing time from hours to minutes. The robot’s arms, guided by the dentist, make minimal incisions, ensuring a less invasive, pain-free experience for patients. Astronauts use similar technology for tool control in space. Though patients may feel nervous about robotic surgery, they report quick recoveries, with minimal discomfort. Yomi also adjusts to patient movement, enhancing accuracy and ensuring successful procedures for those needing dental implants.

Space-age technology is revolutionizing dentistry on Earth, with a Central Florida dentist among the first worldwide to use a robot for patient implants. FOX 35’s Esther Bower has more information about this “out of the world” technology.
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