A collection of leading free-speech, open government, and environmental advocates joins a growing list backing former Martin County Commissioner Maggy Hurchalla as she appeals a judgment entered against her for questioning the environmental benefits of a rock mining project near Lake Okeechobee. [Read more…] about Free-Speech, Environmental Advocates Seek to Join First Amendment Foundation Brief in Hurchalla Appeal
LeadingAge Florida Receives National Recognition for Heroic Efforts After Irma
The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has recognized LeadingAge Florida members for their heroic efforts to care for Florida seniors in the days following Hurricane Irma, which hit Florida in September 2017. LeadingAge Florida received a Silver Power of (A)* Award for “Project Lifeline: Caring for Seniors in the Aftermath of Irma.” [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Receives National Recognition for Heroic Efforts After Irma
Gov. Scott: State Debt Reduced by More Than $10 Billion
Governor Rick Scott today announced that since December 2010, state debt has been paid down by more than $10 billion. This is the largest reduction of state debt during one administration in Florida’s history. In June, Governor Scott announced that Moody’s Investors Service upgraded Florida’s General Obligation (GO) bond rating to Aaa, and for the first time in the history of Florida, all three rating agencies now have Florida’s GO bond rating at AAA. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: State Debt Reduced by More Than $10 Billion
Gov. Scott Issues Emergency Order for Red Tide
Directs $100,000 for Mote Marine, $500,000 for VISIT FLORIDA
Emergency Grant Program, $900,000 for Lee County Red Tide Clean-Up
Governor Rick Scott today issued Executive Order 18-221 declaring a state of emergency due to impacts of red tide in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Sarasota, Manatee, Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. Red tide is a naturally occurring algae that has been documented along Florida’s Gulf Coast since the 1840’s and occurs nearly every year. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Issues Emergency Order for Red Tide
DEP, Partners Celebrate Completion of Island View Park
Project will provide improved public access to region’s coastal resources
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Franklin County, and The Trust for Public Land announce the completion of the Island View Park, which will provide improved public access to the beautiful coastal resources of this region. [Read more…] about DEP, Partners Celebrate Completion of Island View Park
Stetson University Seeks Proposals on Sustainable Farming
$300,000 in grants available to farmers in Suwannee River Basin
The Sustainable Farming Fund administered by Stetson University Institute for Water and Environmental Resilience (IWER) is seeking proposals to award up to $300,000 in grants to private farmers in the Suwannee River Basin for sustainable farming practices. [Read more…] about Stetson University Seeks Proposals on Sustainable Farming
Jacksonville man is $1 million richer after playing $10,000,000 WORLD CLASS CASH Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Wesley Jefferson, 32, of Jacksonville, claimed a $1 million prize in the $10,000,000 WORLD CLASS CASH Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $748,000.00. [Read more…] about Jacksonville man is $1 million richer after playing $10,000,000 WORLD CLASS CASH Scratch-Off game
Nighttime Detours on Flomich Street at Railroad Crossing in Holly Hill
Motorists will encounter multiple nighttime detours on Flomich Street at the railroad crossing just west of U.S. 1 (Ridgewood Avenue) beginning at about 6 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 14 until about 6 a.m., Friday, Aug. 17 for reconstruction work on the railroad crossing. [Read more…] about Nighttime Detours on Flomich Street at Railroad Crossing in Holly Hill
FAMU Announces Inauguration of 12th President, Dr. Larry Robinson
This November, Florida A&M University (FAMU) will inaugurate Larry Robinson, Ph.D., its 12th president in the University’s storied 130-year history. [Read more…] about FAMU Announces Inauguration of 12th President, Dr. Larry Robinson
Secretary Detzner Reminds Voters of Early Voting Options for Florida’s Primary Election
Secretary of State Ken Detzner issued the following statement regarding early voting prior to Florida’s upcoming Primary Election on Tuesday, August 28. [Read more…] about Secretary Detzner Reminds Voters of Early Voting Options for Florida’s Primary Election
