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Title: Allegiant Air Expands Route Network with New Florida Flights and Pilot Protests

by David Harrison – Chief Editor
written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Allegiant Airlines​ to Expand ‌Florida service with 11 New⁤ Routes in early​ 2026

FORT LAUDERDALE, ⁢FL – November⁤ 26, 2025 – Allegiant Airlines announced today ‌a critically important expansion of its Florida service, adding 11 new nonstop routes to its network beginning in February 2026. The airline will connect several key Florida cities with destinations across the‌ United States, bolstering ‌travel options ‌for both residents⁤ and tourists.

This expansion builds on Allegiant’s‍ existing presence in Florida, where it ‍currently serves 13 airports including Destin-Fort ⁣Walton beach (VPS), ⁣Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL), Fort Myers (RSW), Jacksonville (JAX), Key West (EYW), ​Melbourne Orlando ⁤(MLB), Orlando (MCO & SFB), Punta gorda (PGD), Sarasota-Bradenton (SRQ), St. Pete-Clearwater (TPA), and⁤ Palm Beach‍ International⁢ Airport (PBI). Southwest Florida international Airport (RSW) was recently added to Allegiant’s network⁣ starting in November 2025.

While ⁣Allegiant did not release a complete list of all 30 new routes nationwide, the 11 ‍Florida additions will ⁤provide ⁣increased accessibility to popular destinations. ‌Details regarding specific cities and flight schedules are expected to be released in⁢ the coming ‍weeks. ⁢

Other airlines ⁤are also adjusting their Florida routes.Spirit Airlines‌ recently announced a new nonstop ‌flight ⁤to Belize⁣ from Fort Lauderdale, operating three times weekly. Spirit also resumed nonstop service between Palm ⁣Beach⁣ International Airport and Newark Liberty‍ International Airport on December 4. Avelo Airlines announced new flights ‍between Lakeland Linder International Airport ⁤and Detroit, and also restored nonstop flights to Atlanta, both starting⁢ in⁣ February 2026.

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James Fishback running for Florida governor. Who he is

by David Harrison – Chief Editor
written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

florida Political⁢ Operative James Fishback​ launches Gubernatorial ⁣Bid

DAYTONA BEACH, ⁢FL – November 24, 2025 ⁤- James Fishback, a Florida political operative⁤ with a controversial past ​and ties to both Donald Trump‌ and the⁤ Dogecoin cryptocurrency⁢ community, announced his candidacy for Florida governor Monday. Fishback is⁢ campaigning on⁢ a​ platform centered around anti-immigration policies⁤ and increasing affordability⁤ for⁣ Florida‍ residents.

Fishback’s⁣ career has spanned various political and business ventures.​ He previously worked as a lobbyist focused on H-1B visas, which⁣ allow companies to hire⁣ foreign‌ workers ⁣skilled in specific ⁢occupations.

Earlier⁤ this year, Fishback⁣ gained‍ attention for publicly aligning ⁢himself with the ‍Dogecoin (DOGE) cryptocurrency, ⁤appearing on conservative media outlets as a‍ “DOGE advisor” and promoting ⁤proposals related to⁤ the digital currency.He reportedly suggested a $5,000 “DOGE Dividend” plan, which was shared⁣ by⁢ Elon​ Musk. However, ABC News reported that multiple former ‍DOGE officials stated Fishback had no official role with the ​group​ and⁢ was ⁣exaggerating his connection. fishback himself ‍told Breitbart ⁤he⁢ disengaged from DOGE around may ⁢or June following‍ a public dispute between⁢ Musk and Trump.

In ⁣August, Fishback ​reportedly‌ sought a position on the Federal Reserve ​Board of Governors, offering to serve as⁢ Trump’s “bulldog” on the ⁣issue, according‍ to ABC News. Trump ultimately nominated Stephen Miran, chair of the Council ‍of⁤ Economic Advisors, to​ the ‌position.

Fishback’s personal life​ has also been subject to scrutiny. He recently won a ⁣case‌ against a protection injunction sought ⁢by Keinah Fort, a former executive director at Incubate Debate,⁣ who accused him of ‌stalking. Florida Politics reported that several‌ hearings⁢ in ⁣the case involved discussion⁢ of “Fishback’s alleged history‍ of domestic violence.”

Fishback’s core campaign⁢ promises include restricting immigration,⁣ specifically targeting H-1B visas,⁣ and addressing affordability ⁣concerns in Florida. He ⁤articulated his view on‌ affordability stating, ⁤”If you can’t buy a home, you can’t​ get married. if you can’t get ‍married,you can’t have kids. if you‌ can’t have kids, what is the point?”

He has also proposed eliminating property⁣ taxes ‍for Florida residents⁣ who own and occupy homesteaded ​properties.

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Business

Title: Indiana Professor Removed Over White Supremacy Graphic, New State Requirements Spark Debate

by Priya Shah – Business Editor
written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Indiana Colleges Face Scrutiny Over ‘American Values‘ Commitment for New Degree Programs

Indiana’s Commission for Higher Education will now require colleges and universities to detail how new degree programs align with “American values” as part of teh approval process, a move sparking concerns about academic freedom and political influence over higher education. The new criteria, announced monday, apply to all public and private institutions seeking to establish new academic offerings in the state.

The policy comes amid a broader trend of increasing political involvement in Indiana’s higher education landscape, with lawmakers enacting measures impacting shared governance, tenure, and curriculum in recent years. Critics fear the “American values” requirement could be used to stifle academic inquiry and limit program offerings based on ideological grounds.

In a statement, the Commission said it will assess whether programs prepare students to be “effective citizens” and contribute to the state’s workforce needs. Commission officials did not immediately elaborate on how “american values” would be defined or assessed.

The Indiana chapter of the American Association of University Professors expressed strong opposition, stating in its newsletter, “This policy is the latest effort by Indiana’s politicians to take power away from faculty and cheapen the education students have access to in Indiana.” Some professors told Inside Higher Ed the policy opens the door to curtailing programs and academic freedom.

Recent legislative actions include requirements for “intellectual diversity” in classrooms, mandates for degree consolidation, the elimination of alumni-elected Indiana University board members, changes to tenure policies, and reduced faculty input in university decisions.Lawmakers passed a bill in February requiring universities to demonstrate intellectual diversity, and in June, colleges began cutting and merging over 400 degree programs ahead of the new state law.A separate measure eliminated alumni depiction on the IU Board of Trustees, and another altered tenure considerations.

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Health

Title: Wasatch County Measles Outbreak: 8 Students Infected, Utah Cases Surge

by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor
written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

Measles Outbreak at Wasatch High School‌ Contributes to Rising Utah Case Count

HEBER CITY, Utah – Eight cases of‍ measles have been confirmed among students at⁤ Wasatch High School, according to the Wasatch ⁤County Health Department. This outbreak contributes to a statewide surge, bringing ‌Utah’s total number of⁢ measles infections past 100.

The initial report on ⁢Monday indicated five cases linked‌ to the high school, with two additional suspected ⁢infections pending test‌ results. Lana North,‌ a spokesperson for the department, confirmed Tuesday that all three ⁢subsequent tests returned ⁢positive.”This brings‍ Wasatch County’s total confirmed⁢ cases to eight,”‌ North stated. All three newly confirmed ⁣cases involve ⁢unvaccinated students at⁤ Wasatch High School.

Health officials believe potential⁣ exposure occurred within the school during regular hours on November 14, 17, and 18, as ​well as at a school⁤ play held on November 15. A notification and guidance letter was⁣ sent to families of Wasatch ‍High​ School students to inform them of the situation.

Jonelle Fitzgerald, director of the⁣ Wasatch County Health ⁢Department, noted ​that a wastewater​ test conducted on⁢ November 6 detected the presence of the virus in the community.‍ “And with​ cases existing in other ‍parts of the state,‍ we weren’t‌ surprised to see​ cases here,” she⁤ saeid.

Statewide, the⁤ Utah ⁢Department of Health and Human Services reports 102 confirmed measles ​cases as of today. Southwest Utah Health ‍District ⁤currently leads the state with 74 cases, followed by Utah County with nine, and now ‌Wasatch County⁤ with eight. The dashboard indicates 24 new diagnoses within⁣ the last⁣ three ​weeks.

Health officials⁤ are urging vigilance as the holiday season approaches, emphasizing the⁢ highly contagious nature of measles. Symptoms typically appear one to three weeks after exposure and include a⁤ high fever, cough, ‍runny nose, red, ⁤watery eyes, and ⁢a rash that begins on the face and ‍spreads downward.

The Wasatch County Health ​department⁣ advises anyone experiencing these symptoms to contact their healthcare provider instantly, particularly if unvaccinated or known to⁣ have‍ been exposed. They⁤ strongly recommend residents⁤ receive ‌both⁣ doses of the MMR vaccine, citing its 97%⁤ effectiveness in preventing the illness.

(Note: The disclaimer about key takeaways generated with LLMs has been omitted as per⁣ the request ⁤for a fully original piece.)

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World

-title Louvre Heist: More Arrests, $102 Million Jewels Still Missing

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Four More ⁣Suspects Arrested in $102 Million louvre Jewel Heist

PARIS ​ – French ‌authorities have arrested five additional suspects‍ in connection ​with the audacious $102 million ⁢jewel ‌heist⁤ at the Louvre Museum last⁣ month, bringing the​ total number of ​individuals implicated in‌ the robbery ⁤to nine.Prosecutors​ announced the arrests Monday, revealing DNA evidence linking at least one ⁢suspect directly to the crime scene.

The latest arrests follow preliminary charges filed last month against three men and one⁢ woman allegedly involved‌ in the meticulously planned theft. Authorities believe the ⁤original ⁤four ⁤suspects comprised the team that physically carried out the ⁢robbery.the ongoing investigation highlights‌ the ‍sophisticated nature of the heist and‌ the challenges facing law enforcement in ⁢recovering ‍the stolen jewels.

Investigators connected ‍the suspects to the ‌crime through DNA samples found on a scooter used in the robbers’ escape‍ and on items ⁢abandoned at the scene, according to​ prosecutors.Two of ⁤the men⁢ already in custody have⁣ “partially” admitted to their involvement, ⁤one of whom​ was apprehended at ‍a French airport while attempting to travel ​to algeria on a one-way ⁣ticket.

The​ woman previously charged, who shares children‍ with ‌one⁣ of the male suspects, ⁣maintains her innocence through ⁤her legal counsel.

The Louvre heist,which⁢ occurred in‍ October,involved the theft of a ⁣notable collection of jewelry. The ⁢value of the ⁤stolen items is estimated at over $102 ⁣million, making it one of the largest ⁢jewel heists in French history.

Contribution: Reuters

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Entertainment

Title: Thanksgiving Movies to Stream: What’s Playing in Detroit, Lansing, & Grand Rapids

by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor
written by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor

Grand Rapids Moviegoers Face a Full‍ Slate ⁤of New releases This Holiday Weekend

Grand Rapids audiences have a diverse range of film options this Thanksgiving weekend, ⁤from action and drama to animated ‍adventures and musical adaptations. Several new⁢ titles are hitting local ⁢theaters, alongside continuing runs of popular films.

The holiday⁢ moviegoing season is a key period for the film industry, offering a chance for both ​blockbuster releases and smaller, critically acclaimed films to reach a ‌wide audience. Here’s ⁣a⁣ look at what’s playing in Grand Rapids theaters:

Currently in‍ Theaters:

* ⁣ “WWE Survivor ⁣Series:‍ WarGames 2025″
* “The Thing With Feathers”
* “Andhra king Taluka“
* “Aftershock: The Nicole Bell Story”
* ‌ “Another ⁢Sweet Christmas”
* ​‌ “Wicked: For Good” – Starring Cynthia erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda,⁢ this film ⁤explores⁢ the backstory to “The wizard of Oz.” It​ currently ‍holds a ​70% ⁤Tomatometer rating and a 95% Popcornmeter‍ on rotten Tomatoes.
* “Rental Family”⁤ – Brendan Fraser stars ‌in this ​coming-of-age drama about⁤ an ⁣American actor working⁢ for a Japanese “rental family” agency. It has an‍ 88% Tomatometer rating⁢ and ⁣a 96% Popcornmeter on Rotten Tomatoes.
* “Zootopia 2″​ – The animated sequel follows Judy Hopps and Nick ⁤Wilde as thay investigate‍ a new case in Zootopia. It premieres in theaters on Nov. 26.

New ​Releases This Week:

* “Wildcats” with ⁣kate Beckinsale, premiering Nov. 25.
* “Eternity” with Miles Teller and Elizabeth Olsen, premiering Nov. ​26.
* “Tinsel Town” with Kiefer Sutherland, premiering Nov. 28.

Movie theater chains with Grand Rapids locations include​ list of chains not⁢ provided in source]. More information on new releases can ⁢be found at[https://wwwimdbcom/calendar/[https://wwwimdbcom/calendar/[https://wwwimdbcom/calendar/[https://wwwimdbcom/calendar/.

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