FDLE agents arrested Scott Alexander Chappelear, 40, of Pensacola, for use of a computer to solicit a minor, transmission of harmful material to a minor, possession of obscene material depicting child sexual abuse and use of a two-way communication device to commit a felony. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Pensacola man for soliciting a minor
FMEA Coordinates Additional Mutual Aid Crews to Assist with Power Restoration Following Back-to-Back Winter Storms
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has once again assembled public power crews from across the state to aid with power restoration efforts in anticipation of the winter storm projected to produce widespread impacts across the South and Southern Mid-Atlantic regions beginning tomorrow. [Read more…] about FMEA Coordinates Additional Mutual Aid Crews to Assist with Power Restoration Following Back-to-Back Winter Storms
Florida’s Housing Market: Strong Gains in 2021 Despite Continuing Pandemic
Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and continuing economic stressors over the year, Florida’s housing market wrapped up 2021 with more sales, higher median sale prices and more new listings compared to the year before, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. [Read more…] about Florida’s Housing Market: Strong Gains in 2021 Despite Continuing Pandemic
Sample Road Closing for FEC Rail Crossing Rehabilitation
Sample Road (S.R. 834) will be closed to vehicular traffic for a railway grade crossing rehabilitation from Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, at 6:00 a.m. to Monday, Feb. 7, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. [Read more…] about Sample Road Closing for FEC Rail Crossing Rehabilitation
Multiply Your Winnings With New Scratch-Off Games From The Florida Lottery
This week, the Florida Lottery introduces the X THE CASH family of Scratch-Off games. [Read more…] about Multiply Your Winnings With New Scratch-Off Games From The Florida Lottery
Planned Parenthood responds to first House vote on abortion ban
Statement from Laura Goodhue, Executive Director of the Florida Alliance of Planned Parenthood Affiliates, on the House Professions & Public Health Subcommittee’s passage of the 15-week abortion ban (HB 5): [Read more…] about Planned Parenthood responds to first House vote on abortion ban
House Democrats Respond to HB 5 Passing Committee Today
Following HB 5 passing the Professions & Public Health Subcommittee today along a party-line vote, members of the House Democratic Caucus issued the following statements: [Read more…] about House Democrats Respond to HB 5 Passing Committee Today
Representatives Bartleman, Bussata Cabrera on Legislation to Expedite Upgrades to South Florida’s Aging Flood Control System Challenged by Sea Level Rise
Earlier today, Representatives Robin Bartleman (D-Weston) and Demi Bussata Cabrera (R-Coral Gables), surrounded by their colleagues and local elected officials from Broward County, held a press on House Bill 513 and Senate Bill 1326: Comprehensive Review Study of the Central and Southern Florida Project. [Read more…] about Representatives Bartleman, Bussata Cabrera on Legislation to Expedite Upgrades to South Florida’s Aging Flood Control System Challenged by Sea Level Rise
Florida Tourism Leaders Highlight the Benefits of Tourism and Tourism Promotion During Florida Tourism Day
Destinations Florida today joined with tourism industry partners to celebrate Florida Tourism Day, which serves to remind Florida lawmakers and people throughout the state of the major positive impact local tourism has on their communities and quality of life. [Read more…] about Florida Tourism Leaders Highlight the Benefits of Tourism and Tourism Promotion During Florida Tourism Day
Representative Willhite and Senator Audrey Gibson Join to Strengthen Protections for Residents in Nursing Homes
Florida House Representative Matt Willhite (D-Wellington) joins State Senator Audrey Gibson (D-Jacksonville) in strengthening protections for residents living in nursing home facilities. [Read more…] about Representative Willhite and Senator Audrey Gibson Join to Strengthen Protections for Residents in Nursing Homes
