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Hispanic students made up 50.2% of DeSoto County schools enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 18, 2023

In DeSoto County schools, 50.2% of students enrolled identified as Hispanic in the 2022-23 school year.

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White students made up 34.9% of DeSoto County schools enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 17, 2023

There were 1,600 white students enrolled in DeSoto County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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More Black students enrolled in DeSoto County schools in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 16, 2023

In DeSoto County schools, 11.4% of students enrolled identified as Black in the 2022-23 school year.

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By West Florida News | Dec 16, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Fewer Alaska Native students enrolled in Charlotte County schools in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 15, 2023

There were 28 Alaska Native students enrolled in Charlotte County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Highlights Veteran History Project Interview Featuring Stephen Valdes

By West Florida News | Dec 15, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has announced the latest installment in the Veterans History Project Series, featuring the military career and accomplishments of Stephen Valdes, a U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force Veteran from Punta Gorda, Florida. This project aims to honor the brave veterans of Florida's 17th District.In his statement, Rep. Steube expressed admiration for Valdes' dedication to his country, stating, "Mr. Valdes' military career is the definition of service. He has the utmost respect for our country, and everyone can learn something about service by...

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How many multiracial students were enrolled in Charlotte County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By West Florida News | Dec 14, 2023

In Charlotte County schools, 5.9% of students enrolled identified as multiracial in the 2022-23 school year.

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U.S. Rep. Greg Steube and Colleagues Demand Answers on VA's Alleged Diversion of Resources for Illegal Immigrants

By West Florida News | Dec 14, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has taken the lead in demanding answers from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough. The demand comes in response to reports that the VA diverted resources intended for American veterans to process medical claims for illegal immigrants.In a statement, Rep. Steube expressed his concern over the alleged diversion of resources, saying, "It is our duty to provide veterans with quality care, but the VA has been a total failure for so many of our veterans. Many veterans fight with the VA for years to get help. Some...

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How many Asian students were enrolled in Charlotte County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By West Florida News | Dec 13, 2023

There were 268 Asian students enrolled in Charlotte County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Charlotte County Education: 2,923 Hispanic students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 12, 2023

In Charlotte County schools, 17.4% of students enrolled identified as Hispanic in the 2022-23 school year.

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Charlotte County Education: 11,189 white students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 11, 2023

There were 11,189 white students enrolled in Charlotte County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Enrollment Analysis: Black students comprised 8.2% of Charlotte County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 10, 2023

There were 1,386 Black students enrolled in Charlotte County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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By West Florida News | Dec 9, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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How many students were enrolled in DeSoto County schools for 2022-23 school year?

By West Florida News | Dec 7, 2023

There were 0.3% more students enrolled in DeSoto County schools in the 2022-23 school year.

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How many students were enrolled in Lee County schools for 2022-23 school year?

By West Florida News | Dec 6, 2023

There was an increase in student enrollment in Lee County schools in the 2022-23 academic year.

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The Evidence Is Clear: Joe Biden Knew About And Benefitted From His Family’s Business Dealings, Says Republican Representative

By West Florida News | Dec 6, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has released a statement asserting that there is significant evidence to show that President Joe Biden was involved in his family's business dealings. Steube's statement comes after the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means held a hearing to consider additional evidence from two IRS whistleblowers.According to Steube, the evidence presented in the hearing solidifies four statements as true. Firstly, the Department of Justice (DOJ) obstructed the investigation into Joe Biden's involvement in his family's business dealings. The DOJ...

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Sarasota County Education: 45,077 students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 5, 2023

There were 2.7% more students enrolled in Sarasota County schools in the 2022-23 school year.

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Charlotte County Education: 16,834 students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By West Florida News | Dec 4, 2023

There was an increase in student enrollment in Charlotte County schools in the 2022-23 academic year.

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By West Florida News | Dec 2, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Announces Service Academy Nominees

By West Florida News | Dec 1, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has announced the nomination of 21 students from Florida's 17th Congressional District to the U.S. Service Academies. The nominees will have the opportunity to attend prestigious institutions such as the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.Representative Steube expressed his privilege in nominating the next generation of military leaders, stating, "This year's nominees are intelligent, driven Floridians with a passion to serve our country. Should they...