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12/15/2025

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Where does everybody fall on the e-bike debate? Leave a comment. I remember when I was a teen, the cool thing was to hav...
12/15/2025

Where does everybody fall on the e-bike debate? Leave a comment.

I remember when I was a teen, the cool thing was to have a motorcycle. Most teens didn’t actually have motorcycles, but it was definitely aspirational. A sign of independence. A taste of freedom. In our teenage minds, it was the ultimate version of being the coolest thing on two wheels.

Parents, of course, were dead set against it. Chasing triple digits on two wheels with little protection tends to be frowned upon, even though there was a lot less traffic around here back then. Still, a few lucky kids managed to get a motorcycle or a moped by senior year, and yes, they were the coolest kids that year. But coolness came with a price. Every month, you’d hear about some teen or young adult succumbing to the thrill of speed and adventure.

Fast forward to today, and the cool wheels have changed. Motorcycles have given way to electric bikes. And while they don’t sound nearly as cool as a motorcycle, they might actually be more dangerous.

Just last week, local high school students from Freedom High School teamed up with State Representative Susan Valdes to officially file a bill in Tallahassee aimed at boosting e-bike safety for young riders. The proposal, known as House Bill 667, would require riders under 18 to wear helmets, raising the age of the current helmet mandate from under 16 to under 18.

These students aren’t doing this for fun. They lost a classmate in an e-scooter accident, a loss that shook their community and highlighted the very real risks these devices carry when safety is ignored.

And honestly, it’s hard not to notice the problem playing out in real time. Just last week, while driving through Riverview near Summerfield, I had to avoid a teen on an e-bike who decided the center of the highway was a great place to ride. Then yesterday, a kid I’d guess was around ten narrowly avoided a collision as he wheelied his e-bike straight through a stop sign. Helmets are a great idea, but they aren’t a full solution.

At least with motorcycles, you need a license, and the vehicles are built for the road. E-bikes bounce from sidewalks to highways to front yards, often at speeds fast enough to severely punish even small mistakes.

As someone who rode motorcycles for much of my younger life and who’s been guilty of pushing speed limits and popping the occasional wheelie, I don’t want to sound like a hypocrite. But choosing to be reckless at 25 is very different from being reckless at 12.

We’d love to hear your thoughts.

Do your kids have e-bikes? What rules do you set in place to keep them safe? Are you in favor of tighter regulations, or are you completely anti e-bike and wouldn’t let your kids near one at all?

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A pressure-tested business -In Florida, pressure washing isn’t optional. It’s survival. Between algae, pollen, and birds...
12/15/2025

A pressure-tested business -

In Florida, pressure washing isn’t optional. It’s survival. Between algae, pollen, and birds treating your house like Top Golf, our homes take a beating. Sealing is the next level. It’s the part where you stop fighting fires and start hiring a bodyguard for your pavers. And in a world full of pressure washing companies, one name keeps floating to the top: Premier Pro Wash & Seal, LLC, led by Jeremy Forrest.

I met Jeremy a few months back, and aside from the fact that he somehow knows everyone, what really caught my attention was his ambition and sharp business sense. This man could have walked into any industry and walked out running it.

We recently sat down with him to learn more. He’s an interesting guy, a dedicated business owner, a family man, and honestly, one of those people Southshore is lucky to claim.

Jeremy has called Apollo Beach home since 2009, drawn in by the warm weather, nearby beaches, and the convenience of having his friends and family close. Before Premier Pro, he spent 20 years in the Air Force working everywhere from the operating room to orthopedic and sterile supply units. When he retired, he knew one thing for sure: he didn’t want the corporate grind. He wanted to serve his community in a more personal way. That led to Premier Pro Wash & Seal.

Premier Pro stands alone as the only Veteran Owned pressure washing business in the area, something Jeremy takes pride in. The company also offers a referral program that rivals Chick-fil-A’s fan loyalty. Seriously. You can earn credit toward future services, gift it to friends and family, or take cold, hard cash. Couple that with their warranty on original paver sealing, and it becomes obvious why his company is exploding.

When he’s not running the business, Jeremy and his wife love exploring new restaurants and hitting the beach. He keeps his mind sharp and his body sharper, regularly training in Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.

January marks 10 years in business, which is no small feat in the world of entrepreneurship. Over the years, Jeremy has adjusted his leadership style to become more of a mentor for the youth. And it’s paid off in more ways than revenue. Jeremy will tell you, the reward of watching his employees purchase their first homes, buy their first cars, or experience other major life events beats money any day.

As for the future? Wide open. Jeremy believes in systems that work, staying process-focused, and keeping an eye on the long game. He also knows that sometimes the business owner is the bottleneck, and knowing when to step back and delegate is just as important as knowing when to lead from the front.

Now you know a bit more about the guy behind one of the busiest pressure washing and sealing companies in Southshore. If you step outside and your pavers look tired or your siding looks like it’s growing a Chia Pet, give Jeremy and Premier Pro Wash & Seal a call. You’ll be in good hands.

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12/15/2025

Are e-bikes the motorcycle for this generation?

12/15/2025

The verdict is in.

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12/13/2025

A friend finally got his first airborne Amazon delivery out here in Southshore (Don’t order anything fragile.)
If you’ve gotten an exciting delivery, send us footage to [email protected]

12/13/2025

2 hours away. Don’t miss this!

12/13/2025

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