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    The Legacy Of East Hill

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    historical landmarks is a build called Sacred Heart Hospital, which is now known as the ‘Old Sacred Heart’, “Pensacola Hospital, now known as the historic Sacred Heart Hospital, opened in September 1915 as the first and oldest Catholic hospital in Florida. The Daughters of Charity, a religious order dating back to 1633 also dedicated to care for the poor and the sick, invested over $400,000.00 into building and opening this facility. The Daughters community was started originally in France by St. Vincent

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    tropical Depression twelve, which formed over the Bahamas on August 23, 2005. On August 24, the storm strengthened and became known as Tropical Storm Katrina, the 11th named storm of the 2005 hurricane season. A few hours before making landfall in Florida on August 25, Tropical storm Katrina was upgraded to Hurricane Katrina (Category1, 74mph winds). An analysis by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) climate prediction center

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    Milena A. Rodriguez Professor Patrick Leitch ENC 1102 10 September 2016 Castillo de San Marcos In the United States, St. Augustine is the oldest settlement of European origin which has been continuously occupied. It was founded in 1565 by Pedro Menendez de Aviles, a Spanish conquistador. The isolated outpost of St Augustine enjoyed a peaceful coexistence with the Native Americans which provided stability to the small province for a few years. The town would soon suffer at the hands of Sir Frances

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    Wetlands In Florida

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    Wetlands in Florida The weather in Florida is usually warm and doesn’t often freeze in winter; however, there are some freezing temperatures in some areas. In early 1900, while the frosts could damage a farmer's crop, they moved further south in Florida that is called wetlands. Even though the climate in the wetlands is not likely to freeze, it is not proper for farming because it is an area where water covers the soil or near the surface of it for a massive part of a year. Then, the farmers

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    Indeed, Miami is one of the top best cities for tourist attractions. Little Haiti, a replica of Port Au Prince, Haiti and Little Havana a replica of Havana, Cuba are little villages known for its vibrant culture. Miami could not have been more symbolized by these incredible neighborhoods. The art, the food and the music flourish the city of Miami. Located just west of Downtown, Miami, Little Havana expresses the culture of Hispanics very authentically. The streets are decorated in bright colored

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    such as grooming and dog spa, daycare, and boarding services. The organization has invested in proper infrastructure and equipment to allow the best care for client 's pets. The company will be established at a convenient location in Port Orange, Florida. Market Analysis: Understanding the market dynamic is essential for business planning. Over 35% of the American population shares their homes with pets. Therefore, the market base for our business is diverse and readily accessible.

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    Disney World Comparison

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    Vacationing is a good way to spend quality time with family, friends, or even alone. What some people have trouble with is picking out where to take a vacation. Take Disneyland and Disney World for example. Disneyland and Disney World are both fun places to go, but they are on different sides of the United States. How would someone choose between them, if a vacation planner did not know the differences in the two? A good way to pick which one to go to is to budget out trips to Disneyland and Disney

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    The removal of the Confederate soldier monuments and memorials, such as the Robert E. Lee statue, and the Confederate Soldiers Monument in Tampa, Florida are sparking massive debates across the nation. Southern communities such as Virginia and South Carolina are being pressured by citizens into removing the Confederate monuments in the town square, claiming that the monuments are a brutal reminder of America’s history of slavery. Despite the monuments’ representation of American history, this is

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    Introduction: Delray Beach is a public private, nonprofit tourism organization situated on the Atlantic Ocean between Boca Raton and West Palm Beach. It is a first class resort destination. A popular destination for locals and visitors who love to spend their vacation with Ocean. Delray Beach is a two-time winner of the coveted All-America City award (1993 and 2001). Delray Beach celebrates its art, culture and history. Macro

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    During my senior year of high school, all that I could think about was starting college and getting away from my small hometown and all of the drama that is stuck in it. I chose to go to the University of Miami in Coral Gables Florida. It wasn’t my dream school but it had a beautiful campus and a great academic program and the biggest factor was that it was far from home. I left for Miami in August to move in to the dorms and go to orientation. My mom came with me to help me get settled into my dorm

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