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› Kennedy Space Center Deputy Director Janet Petro Selected for Induction into Florida Women’s Hall of Fame
Kennedy Space Center Deputy Director Janet Petro will be inducted into the 2018 Florida Women’s Hall of Fame. Petro is one of three women selected by Florida Governor Rick Scott to receive this honor.
› Sarasota considers paid parking and toll on Siesta Key beaches
The Sarasota County Commission will hold a special workshop sometime this year to discuss implementing paid parking at Siesta Key beaches, a move county officials believe would encourage carpooling to unclog roads and free up parking at the crowded tourist destination.
› Florida beach closed after 2 shark bites in 5 minutes
Officials say a Florida beach has been closed following two apparent shark bites just five minutes apart. Fernandina Beach Fire Chief Ty Silcox says a 30-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy were bitten on the feet. Neither victim got a clear look at what bit them.
› North Florida Shipyards faces $271,061 in safety violation fines
A 12-week Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspection proposed North Florida Shipyards pay $271,061 for violating safety precautions after a 34-year-old employee drowned in the St. Johns River. The 41-page report listed several safety issues that could lead to drownings, amputation hazards or being struck at the private shipbuilding and repair company downtown.
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