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Candidate slate for governor’s race is now complete. Will their choices matter?
News and views from a Florida perspective
While economists have their confabs, Americans face a food, fuel and housing crisis
News and viewpoints from a Florida perspective about the midterm election
Abortion ruling--if it gets to Supreme Court--could impact Florida’s restrictive laws
The question: Should a pregnant woman’s mental health be a factor?
WEEKLY WRAP: Trump ‘wants to build his ballroom and travel with Natalie’
A curated look ahead and a look back at some of the most interesting stories in the news.
 • J.C. Bruce
ASK THE BIRD: How can we ‘86’ these attacks on the First Amendment?
Got a question about life, the universe or current events? Ask Miss Mingo. She's got answers. She writes every Saturday for Tropic Press.

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Primary turnout was abysmal, which may have helped Nixon but could hurt Dems in November
Florida downgraded as less likely to turn over Senate seat, but this isn’t over yet
Donalds kept House re-election campaign alive during run for Governor
Florida Trident Special Report: The feds warned Donalds that the contributions were illegal and should be returned
The November lineup is set as Florida voters nominate Donalds, Jolly, Moody and Nixon
News from Florida for Floridians
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It's primary election day. What you need to know before you vote
News and commentary from Florida
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As Florida's primary nears, Trump hints at using 'emergency' powers for the general election
Commentary on the news from a Florida perspective
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WEEKLY WRAP: Florida's primary election is Tuesday. Will Trump vote by mail again or sneak to the polls in a food truck?
A curated look ahead and a look back at the most interesting stories in the news.
 • J.C. Bruce
ASK THE BIRD: Did RFK really suggest using rubbing alcohol as a deodorant?
Got a question about life, the universe or current events? Ask Miss Mingo. She's got answers. She writes every Saturday for Tropic Press.
More than a million Floridians have voted early in advance of next week's primary election
News and commentary for Floridians and other concerned Americans
Instead of installing more EV chargers, Florida DOT dreams of flying cars
Reality alert--this is not an episode of 'The Jetsons'
Profile in cowardice: Trump was happy to put everyone else at risk so long as he was safe
He's not the first president to sneak out of town, but the most dishonest and dangerous
How big tech is trying to influence Florida's elections
News and commentary for Floridians and all Americans concerned about the future of our democracy
WEEKLY WRAP: Good news on the storm front as fewer hurricanes are expected this season
Your curated summary of the top news from the previous week, plus a look ahead to coming events. And more.
 • J.C. Bruce

Books

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Follow the adventures of our own weird news reporter Alexander Strange
The six book series is available in a variety of formats including eBooks, paperbacks, hard covers and the final two installments, Mister Manners and…
 • J.C. Bruce
Order Your Copy of Scribbles From Space
Earth's first visitor from outer space is named Daxion Xantharix. But you can call him Scribbles. Get your copy of his story for only 99 cents! Yes…
Winning Weird
Novel by Naples journalist and author named Book of the Year
'Strange Timing' wins Book of the Year in annual Royal Palm Literary Awards
It also brought home Gold Medals for Best Thriller and Best Science fiction novel
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Books
Here's how to get your copies of The Strange Files series, chronicling the adventures of Alexander Strange, America's only full-time weird news…
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5-4-3-2-1...
Scribbles From Space, my new novella, has left the launchpad. Here's how you can get your very own copy.
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Cool as a Moose Egg
A Short Short Scifi Story
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The Code
A Short Short Science Fiction Story
Start Your Book Publishing Journey
In a recent column celebrating Make A Book Day, I offered to share some links to help would-be self-publishers get started. Here they are.
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Tour of Duty
Inside America's Armed Forces
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Kirkus Reviews Calls STRANGE TIMING ‘Highly Entertaining’
Read Time:1 Minute, 41 Second
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Hot off the Presses. The Latest Adventure in The Strange Files Series is Out!
Read Time:32 Second
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The Strange Files

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News of the Weird
We live in strange times. People are getting drunk without drinking, cheap jewelry is saving lives, the rise of the robots, the secrets of the Egyptian…
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STRANGE SCIENCE : Use This Info to Impress Your Friends
How far can the human eye see? While the majority of us wouldn’t consider our vision to be extraordinary, the human eye can see much farther than most…
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YOUR HEALTH: Six Minutes of Exercise Wards off Dementia
Six minutes of high-intensity exercise is enough to produce a key protein in the brain, one that’s important in brain formation, function, and memory…
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STRANGE CRITTERS: Hiss-terical Encounter of the Slithering Kind
A Tucson woman returned home after a four-day trip and said she was "looking forward to using my own restroom in peace."
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STRANGE CRITTERS: Vampire Fish Stalk the Great Lakes
The sea lamprey, a fish with an eel-like shape and an appetite for blood, is making a comeback in the Great Lakes.
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STRANGE BEDFELLOWS: Swear You've Never Fought a Duel
Most states have some weird laws on the books, but this one from Kentucky is one of the strangest:
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What? Pythons Weren't Enough? Now Dangerous Snails?
Giant African land snails have been spotted on Florida's east coast prompting officials to place a quarantine on Broward County.
CUTE BUT DEADLY: Beware the Blue-Ringed Octopus
Mystery writers are always looking for new ways to kill off characters.
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