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› A train derailment in Brevard could put thousands at risk. Here's how
Thousands of people along the Space Coast live within a one-mile line of potential fire and/or toxic fumes, were a train to derail here in similar fashion as what happened last month in East Palestine, Ohio, or more recently in Manatee County, a FLORIDA TODAY analysis has found. What's more: in Brevard County a derailment could involve tons of volatile rocket fuels en route to NASA or military launches at the Cape. Rail managers and first responders assure they're ready.
› Tampa Bay tiny home village offers buyers a ‘piece of heaven.’ What’s the cost?
When Wisconsin-based company Escape announced it was building a tiny home village in Thonotosassa, all 10 homes sold out almost instantly. That was three years ago. Now the company is building 23 new homes adjacent to the original village. The pint-sized properties range between 240 and 500 square feet. They start at $100,000 and go for as much as $240,000. It’s an additional $625 a month to rent a lot in the village.
› Orlando Fringe launches The Collective, for up-and-comers, at ArtSpace
The seeds of Orlando’s future arts scene are being planted today with the birth of The Collective, a new initiative announced Monday by Orlando Fringe. The Collective will be an 18-month mentoring and training program to help strengthen emerging arts organizations in preparation for taking their productions and practices “to the next level,” the Fringe’s announcement said.
› Florida Cotton Growers Association To Host Meeting Wednesday In Jay
The Florida Cotton Growers Association is hosting a series of meetings for cotton producers to learn more about policy, research, education and promotion of Florida cotton. A meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 29 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Jay Community Center, 5259 Booker Lane in Jay. Florida Cotton Growers Association is organized for promotional, educational, scientific and agricultural purposes.
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