Good News Florida

Good News FL is a Florida-based website that focuses on sharing uplifting and positive news stories, particularly those relevant to the state of Florida and its communities. The platform highlights acts of kindness, community service, local achievements, and inspiring events that often go unnoticed in mainstream media. By showcasing stories of resilience, generosity, and progress, the site aims to foster a sense of hope, unity, and pride among Floridians.

In terms of its relationship to providing uplifting news, Good News FL serves as a counterbalance to the predominantly negative news cycles that tend to dominate traditional outlets. It emphasizes the positive contributions of individuals and organizations within Florida, celebrating local heroes, innovative initiatives, and heartwarming moments. By focusing on these uplifting narratives, the site seeks to inspire readers to engage with their communities and recognize the good happening around them. Ultimately, **Good News FL** provides a refreshing and optimistic perspective, encouraging both residents and visitors to appreciate the positive aspects of life in Florida.

1. HOPE South Florida Celebrates 30th Anniversary

   HOPE South Florida held a 30th Anniversary Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, November 6th to celebrate their history and present their vision for the future at their facility located on Andrews Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. The ministry seeks to keep families together and provide compassionate care as they work to guide and equip families and individuals facing homelessness in Broward County. Since...

2. Food For The Poor Leads Massive Jamaica Relief Effort

   Almost one month after Hurricane Melissa carved a path of destruction across Jamaica, Food For The Poor (FFTP), based in Coconut Creek, Fla., continues to lead one of the most extensive humanitarian responses in the charity’s 43-year history, providing life-saving assistance as the country begins the difficult shift from emergency relief to early recovery. FFTP President/CEO Ed Raine emphasized...

3. Father and Daughter Killed in Plane Crash While Delivering Aid to Jamaica

   Alexander Wurm, 53, founder of Ignite the Fire Ministry and his daughter Serena, 22, were killed on November 10 when the small plane he was piloting crashed into a Coral Springs lake while they were en route to deliver hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica. Wurm, an evangelist deeply respected throughout the Caribbean and by pastors in South Florida, had devoted his life to missions, youth...

4. Jerry Newcombe: From Trauma to Triumph: A Survivor’s Case Against Abortion

   Jerry Newcombe, D. Min. Executive Director, Providence Forum I heard a very moving talk from a rape victim recently, and what she said reminds me of the reason why abortion has gained such a stranglehold in America. Rape is a horrible and violent crime. The allegation of rape is part of the reason America has embraced abortion so strongly in the last half-century. The original story of “Roe” was...

5. Sunshine State Good News Tour with Will Graham

   Approximately 10,300 people attended the four-city Sunshine State Good News Tour with Will Graham, which stopped in Tallahassee, Gainesville, Sarasota and Pompano Beach on November 1. Each free outdoor event featured music by award-winning Christian artists Jeremy Camp and Christine D’Clario, followed by hope-filled messages from evangelist Will Graham. “Does God feel distant in your life? Does...

6. William “Bill” C. Davell: Don’t Fall into the “Restrictive Endorsement” Trap

   The Good News provides a monthly column with important content having to do with topics from the legal community. This month Bill Davell discusses giving strategies with Charles Tatelbaum, a partner at Tripp Scott. As if individuals and small businesses don’t have enough scams to worry about, an oldie-but-goodie is increasingly rearing its ugly head: the restrictive endorsement, by which debtors...

7. Liberty Counsel Highlights Ministry Impact at Partner Luncheon

   On November 11, Liberty Counsel Founders Mathew Staver, senior pastor and chairman; and Anita L. Staver, president, reflected on God’s abundant blessing on the ministry during a fellowship luncheon at Ruth Chris Steakhouse attended by dedicated partners and friends. During the event, Mat Staver updated attendees on recent successes and setbacks, while sharing their mission. Liberty counsel is a...

8. Young Christian Leaders Mobilize Against Antisemitism

   More than 275 emerging Christian leaders from across the United States convened on November 6 and 7 in Orlando for the Christian Leaders Summit — a joint initiative of Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) and International Christian Embassy Jerusalem–USA (ICEJ USA). Designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to stand with Israel and confront rising antisemitism, the two-day...

9. Joseph D. Kenner: A Place to Call Home: Restoring Dignity This Christmas

   Countless parents and children...

10. Lisa May: The Story We Forget to See

    Like many of you, the Christmas season always turns my heart toward the rhythms of gathering — friends arriving at the door, the warmth of a shared meal and the sacredness that seems to settle over a table in December. Advent reminds us that hospitality is more than hosting; it is the holy work of making room. It slows us down long enough to prepare space in our hearts and our homes, not just...