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Wink Martindale, the genial game-show host and an early TV interviewer of Elvis Presley, dies at 91

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www.news4jax.com – Beth Harris, Associated Press – 2025-04-15 18:42:00

SUMMARY: Wink Martindale, the beloved game show host known for “Gambit” and “Tic-Tac-Dough,” passed away at 91 after battling lymphoma. His publicist confirmed his death at Eisenhower Health in California. Martindale began his career as a radio DJ and later hosted numerous game shows, earning acclaim for his charisma and interaction with contestants. “Gambit,” which debuted in 1972, was a hit but ended in 1976, giving way to “Wheel of Fortune.” He hosted over two dozen shows throughout his career and remained active into the 2010s. Martindale is survived by his wife and children.

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South Florida Weather for Wednesday 4/30/2025 12PM

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2025-04-30 11:54:10

SUMMARY: South Florida’s weather for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, features breezy conditions, with highs in the low 80s and an east breeze of 10-18 mph, gusting to 25 mph. There’s a risk of rip currents, extended through Friday, making swimming dangerous. While the day remains mostly dry with a mix of sun and clouds, isolated showers are possible. By Friday, rain chances increase, with isolated showers. The weekend brings higher chances of afternoon thunderstorms, especially on Sunday, along with rising temperatures. A 20% chance of rain is expected on Saturday, and 40% on Sunday.

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NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Wednesday afternoon will be seasonable and breezy with wind gust up to 20 mph.

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High court reinstates enforcement of Ohio’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors during appeal

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www.news4jax.com – Julie Carr Smyth, Associated Press – 2025-04-30 10:19:00

SUMMARY: The Ohio Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to reinstate enforcement of a law banning gender-affirming care for minors while an appeal is ongoing. The law also prohibits transgender women and girls from participating in female sports. This decision reversed a lower court ruling that had temporarily blocked the 2023 law. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, a proponent of the law, argued it protects children, while Governor Mike DeWine vetoed the law, citing a thoughtful, pro-life approach. The law bans counseling, hormone therapy, and surgery for minors, with exceptions for existing treatments deemed risky to stop..

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Florida teen awakens from coma months after scooter crash

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www.youtube.com – FOX 35 Orlando – 2025-04-30 08:19:20

SUMMARY: Florida teen Germaine Bridges, 15, awakened from a coma months after a scooter crash in December. Germaine was seriously injured when hit by a car just a day after Christmas, leading to a four-month hospital stay. His mother, Tasha Bennett, described him as a fighter who is now showing signs of response, like squeezing hands and opening his left eye. He will require around-the-clock care, including physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Although recovery will be challenging, Germaine’s family remains hopeful that with time, therapy, and support, he may regain his speech and continue healing at home.

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Jermaine Bridges, 15, is out of a coma nearly four months after being hit by a car while riding his new electric scooter. His mother says he’s responding physically and beginning a long road to recovery with therapy. Doctors are hopeful he may regain his speech as he continues healing at home.

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