Tag: Florida
‘We’re Cutting Them Loose,’ Chief Florida Financial Officer Says of Morningstar
A spokeswoman said the investment firm is “working with our analysts and clients to implement each of the remaining experts’ recommendations swiftly—before the end of this year.”
El Al to Add Five Weekly Flights from South Florida, Los Angeles, Boston
"Since Oct. 7, El Al has strategically adjusted its U.S. flight schedule to uphold an air bridge which is vital for the State of Israel," stated Shlomi Zafarani, an El Al vice president.
El Al Announces New Flights between Fort Lauderdale and Tel Aviv
“Another milestone in El Al’s continued growth in Florida,” a company executive stated.
Orthodox Jewish Mayor of Surfside, Florida Receives Neo-Nazi Death Threat
Shlomo Danzinger, the mayor of Surfside, Fla., reportedly received a threatening email, after which he and his family went under police protection.
Florida to Investigate Morningstar for Potential BDS Practices
A senior state board official told JNS meetings were held this week to understand the ramifications of Florida’s amended anti-BDS law.
Florida the Only US State Where El Al will Service Two Cities
Israel’s national carrier recently relocated its American headquarters from N.Y. to the Sunshine State.
DeSantis signs school-choice bill with nearly $8,000 in state funding per child
“The historic achievement of universal scholarships in Florida is just the beginning,” said Maury Litwack, Teach Coalition founder and Orthodox Union managing director of public affairs.
El Al to Increase Number of Flights from Florida to Israel
The added service at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Broward County “will help to boost business, tourism and trade opportunities,” said its mayor, Lamar Fisher.
Re-elected Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Sends a Message to the Kotel
Rabbi Schneur Oirechman, Chabad emissary in Tallahassee, Fla., read the note, which he then placed in the Western Wall as is customary.
‘Non-Jewish Nanny’ to Orthodox Children Becomes a Social Media Sensation
Adriana Fernandez can pronounce Pesach perfectly, and is well-versed in the rules of “shomer negiah” and “tznius.”
Ron DeSantis Easily Wins Re-Election in Florida
Among the first to congratulate the governor was the Jewish mayor of Bal Harbour, Gabriel Groisman, who tweeted, “Congrats to our governor … for what is turning out to be a resounding victory!”
Florida Holocaust Museum Condemns Nazi Flags Flown Outside Disney World
“No family should be confronted with threatening symbols of hate, least of all on vacation,” said museum chair Michael Igel.
Mayor of Boca Raton Decries Antisemitic Fliers Found Near Homes During Passover
The fliers, which were placed in plastic bags and filed with corn nibs, arrived on the birthday of Adolf Hitler.
Teens Face Probation for Vandalizing Florida Rabbi’s Home in Hate Crime
Rabbi Mendy Greenberg told Florida’s “Fox 4” that he hopes the teens will develop an appreciation for Judaism, and “hopefully, in the future, they’ll be advocates for the Jewish community.”
Surfside, Florida Elects its First Orthodox Jewish Mayor
The businessman, father of five and native of Brooklyn, N.Y., seemed surprised by his election victory.
Surfside, Florida Votes to Adopt IHRA Definition of Antisemitism
The move comes after anti-Semitic fliers were distributed last month to hundreds of homes in there and in Miami Beach.
Iranian-Made UAVs are in Venezuela, 1,200 Miles from Miami’s Skyscrapers, Expert Reveals
“Those who do not act now should not be surprised when an Iranian-made UAV crashes into their skyscrapers.”
US Rescue Forces Working with Israelis at Surfside, Florida Disaster Site Visit Israel
The American delegation observed a Home Front Command training site and held a workshop on how to process trauma cases.
Suspect Arrested for Slapping Jewish Man in Florida After ‘Dirty Jew’ Remark
Tanya Cohen said “the guy was definitely trying to pick a fight with a Jew. We are in 2021. This shouldn’t be happening anymore. In 2021, there is no room for anti-Semitism.”
Florida Set to Ban Unilever from State Contracts if Ben & Jerry’s Boycott Stands
“The second Ben & Jerry’s decided to discriminate against Israel, it affected Florida’s ability to make investments with its parent company,” said Jimmy Patronis, CFO of the State Board of Administration.
Anti-Israel Activists Accuse IDF of Exploiting Disaster in Surfside, Florida
B’nai B’rith International was “outraged and disgusted” by “anti-Zionist and anti-Semitic” tweets.
Watch: Demolition of Remaining Florida Condo
The building was brought down at 10:30 PM Sunday
United Hatzalah of Israel Sends Psychotrauma and Crisis Response Unit to Miami, El Al...
The team will be utilizing techniques and tools developed in Israel which have proven to be highly successful in assisting those who have suffered from similar incidents.
Israeli Scientists Save Florida Waters from Toxic Algae, Ecological Disaster
Israel's BlueGreen team was flown to Florida under the direct instruction of Florida Governor Ron de Santis, following previous successes in China, South Africa, Russia, Israel, and other locations in the US.
School Board Votes to Reinstate Florida Principal Fired for Holocaust Denial
A state administrative judge ruled in August that William Latson should be rehired, though reassigned. Donald Fennoy, superintendent of the School District of Palm Beach County, has recommended that Latson be reinstated and given $152,000 in back pay.
New International Mental Health Service for Coronavirus First Responders and Health Workers
The program pairs psychologists and therapists who are part of the PCRU in Israel with frontline workers in the US for a completely anonymous and free session.
Israel – Businesses and Restaurants with Delivery
Updated: March 24, 2020.
New Steakhouse Completes Triumvirate of Outstanding Kosher Eateries in Boca
Butcher Block Grill Serves Fresh Ingredients and Kosher Meats in Style
South Florida County May Repeal ‘Kosher Tax’ After Complaints by Businesses
The heavily Jewish Broward County has been collecting permit fees for nearly 40 years, but on Sept. 10, commissioners will vote on whether or not to repeal the kosher-license regulations.

























