5A - Identifying Local Opportunities

1. Police: No tie between suspect, victims - No indication gunman planned to rob Sebring bank
Link: https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3ASFLB%21Sun%2BSentinel%2B%2528Fort%2BLauderdale%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0125%21January%2B25&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/1712BD38084CEC78

Over the past few days, authorities have investigate possible motives for the recent shooting at a bank near Orlando. Although a personal connection with the shooter and his victims was first deemed somewhat plausible, investigation has deemed otherwise given the circumstances. Thus, another senseless tragedy has unfortunately become commonplace within the norms of cultural structure in the United States. The problem is unregulated guns and an ever-increasing access to weapons of destruction. The main individuals impacted by the problem would be every citizen in the United States given the fact that most of these unstructured attacks are random and pose a greater threat than initially thought.

2. Shutdown hurts agriculture - another viewpoint
Link: https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3ASFLB%21Sun%2BSentinel%2B%2528Fort%2BLauderdale%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0125%21January%2B25&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/1712BD36973135C8

As the continuing government shutdown passes its 40th day we have reached levels of non-productivity that have now threatened quality of agriculture and food production around farms nationwide. This is due to the fact that farmers can't access federal grants and insurance that allow for assurance from disaster relief or already-threatened crop production levels amongst midwestern states. Long-term risks will end up impacting school lunch and breakfast programs that feed up to 2.9 million Florida students. These are families that rely on these federal meal plans to stay fed. The main issue of the government shutdown impacts all levels of society. In fact, the individuals most affected by the problem are farmers and families who rely on nationwide agriculture programs to keep farms operating and also feed their families.

3. Delray Beach closed for swimming due to bacteria
Link: https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3ASFLB%21Sun%2BSentinel%2B%2528Fort%2BLauderdale%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0125%21January%2B25&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/1712BD395D85DC80

Recently, Delray Beach has been undergoing turbulent environmental conditions thanks to an influx of runoff from heavy rains and pollution-based activities. Research teams have been sent to the coastline near Delray Beach due to health advisory concerns and have been tasked with identifying plans of action. The individuals with the problem are the residents who live near the beachfront or even rely on water-based forms of recreation.

4. Major intersection to close lanes
Link: https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3ASFLB%21Sun%2BSentinel%2B%2528Fort%2BLauderdale%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0125%21January%2B25&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/1712BD394EAEB290

Lane closures will take part in the ongoing installation of a water management station enclosed by Fort Lauderdale. This essentially will limit traffic for an ongoing period of at least a few weeks while road maintenance takes effect. Unfortunately, this simply means that detours will have to become part of life for Broward residents as they try to navigate new work routes. The individuals with the problem are mostly those who seek to avoid congestion and live in the Fort Lauderdale area for the next few weeks.

5. Day of service to honor victims - One year later, community reflects on MSD shooting
Link: https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3ASFLB%21Sun%2BSentinel%2B%2528Fort%2BLauderdale%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0125%21January%2B25&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/1712BD39F5574600

One year since the Feb. 14th shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas last year, Palm Beach County community officials are seeking to have community service projects take place in roder to breed newfound happy memories. These happy memories will supplant wistful remembrances of the past tragedy that took place on Valentine's Day. The problem at heart retains to mental health awareness and how to recognize warning signs. Thus, the individuals with the problem at hand are millions of teens going through tough times at home, at work, etc. who need our help.