Stories tagged: "floricuas"


Kissimmee - Noise - Ordinance
Days Are Numbered for Voceteo in Kissimmee

City leaders approved changes to the city’s noise ordinance after a rise in complaints.

Florida - Puerto Rican - Winners
These Puerto Rican Candidates Won in the Midterm Elections

Several Boricua candidates kept their seats, including Rep. Darren Soto, but Floridians also elected newcomer Johanna López, who was previously an Orlando school teacher.

Tony Toyan - Florida - Hurricane Maria
Tony Toyán: A New Life After Hurricane María

The Puerto Rican musician reflects on the changes he and his family have lived through after they decided to move to Florida when the Category 5 hurricane destroyed the island.

Puerto Rico - Economy - Rentals
Vacation Rentals Are Booming in Puerto Rico. Here Are the Pros and Cons of This Growing Industry.

While these short-term rental properties represent an opportunity for economic development for locals and foreigners, other issues such as gentrification and unfair competition require their regulation.

Easter - Event- Families
5 Easter Egg Hunts Happening This Weekend in Florida

No plans yet for Easter? If you have children, you know you're not getting off the hook without taking them to an Easter egg hunt. Here are a few to check out.

Florida - Pedro Pierluisi - Sheriff Marco Lopez
Gov. Pierluisi Envisions a Promising Future Between Puerto Rico and Florida 

During his five days in Florida, the governor met with elected officials and community leaders and spoke about investment opportunities on the island.

Kindness - volunteer - community
6 Ideas to Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week in Orlando

The Random Acts of Kindness Week is an opportunity to serve our community. Rep. Anna Eskamani gave some ideas.