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The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has 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 several regions throughout the holiday weekend. [Read more…] about FMEA Coordinates Mutual Aid Crews to Help Restore Power Following Winter Storm
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Four and Broward County are hosting three Alternatives Public Workshops for the BCR PD&E Study, which runs from Deerfield Beach to Aventura, including six stations, and a new crossing of the New River. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Transportation to hold Alternatives Public Workshop for the Broward Commuter Rail (BCR) Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study
The Florida Department of Transportation and the Orlando Magic today announced a new partnership that will add extended service on SunRail for weeknights (Monday-Friday) when the Magic have home games. [Read more…] about Orlando Magic Fans Can Take Free Train-To-The-Game On SunRail
Amid a growing concern for the health and safety of children in public schools across the country, State Senator Gary Farmer (D-Broward) and State Representative Angie Nixon (D-Duval) have filed SB 1648 / HB 1245, legislation to ensure that that drinking water in Florida’s schools is lead-free and meets expert established safety standards. [Read more…] about Senator Farmer and Representative Nixon File Legislation to Filter Lead Out of School Drinking Water
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) announces that Yahudah Ysrayl, 62, of Tallahassee, claimed the $13.75 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot, from the drawing held on January 5, 2022, at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about Tallahassee Man’s New Year Kicks Off With A ‘LOTTO’ Luck
Real estate drives Florida’s economy, and as the COVID-19 pandemic continues its second year, knowing what lies ahead in 2022 is key for policymakers, residents and Realtors. [Read more…] about Florida Realtors® 2022 Real Estate Trends: What’s Ahead for Florida Real Estate?
In under two months, Department and Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris and Department leadership have successfully begun transforming the community-based care system in Pinellas and Pasco Counties. [Read more…] about Department of Children and Families reduces child removals by 50 percent in first 45 days in Pinellas and Pasco
Faced with the introduction of a statewide abortion ban bill (H.B. 5) by Florida Representative Grail (R-Vero Beach), Florida NOW President Debbie Deland stated, “Several issues make this bill unconscionable. [Read more…] about Florida National Organization for Women (NOW) announces a forceful statewide campaign to protect reproductive health and rights.
Florida A&M University (FAMU) has maintained its Carnegie R2 -High Research Activity – designation for the third consecutive year. [Read more…] about FAMU Maintains Carnegie R2 Designation, Sets 2030 R1 Goal
LeadingAge Florida, Florida’s only association representing the entire continuum of care for older adults, issued a statement following the news conference held by Representative Carlos Guillermo Smith, Senator Audrey Gibson and senior care advocates. [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Statement on Financial Accountability and Transparency Bills
