The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission’s Customer Advisory Committee (CAC) will hold a meeting on Thursday, July 1, at 5 p.m. via teleconference. [Read more…] about SunRail Customer Advisory Committee Meeting July 1, 2021
Survey Shows 1 in 3 Floridians Experiencing Increased Social Anxiety Following Pandemic Isolation
One in three Floridians say they are now experiencing more social anxiety than they did prior to the isolation imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent survey conducted as society begins reopening. [Read more…] about Survey Shows 1 in 3 Floridians Experiencing Increased Social Anxiety Following Pandemic Isolation
FAMU Student Wins the VTNE Celebrating Diversity Award
By: Jazmine Runyon
Florida A&M University (FAMU) veterinary technology student Tiana Smith is the winner of the inaugural Veterinary Technician National Exams (VTNE) Celebrating Diversity Award by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB). [Read more…] about FAMU Student Wins the VTNE Celebrating Diversity Award
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Urges Florida Businesses to Prepare for Hurricane Season
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is today encouraging all businesses throughout the state to utilize the FloridaDisaster.biz website and other resources to prepare for the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season which began on June 1st. [Read more…] about The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Urges Florida Businesses to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Governor Signs Book Bill Closing Massive Loophole in Sex Offender Law
Governor DeSantis today signed legislation by Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) closing a massive loophole in Florida’s sex offender law. [Read more…] about Governor Signs Book Bill Closing Massive Loophole in Sex Offender Law
FAMU Announces Appointment of Kelly McMurray, AVP for Strategic Planning, Analysis and Institutional Effectiveness
Florida A&M University has announced the hiring of Kelly McMurray, Ph.D., as associate vice president for Strategic Planning, Analysis and Institutional Effectiveness. [Read more…] about FAMU Announces Appointment of Kelly McMurray, AVP for Strategic Planning, Analysis and Institutional Effectiveness
Florida’s Housing Market Is Strong in May; Year-Ago Data Shows COVID-19 Impact
Florida’s housing market continued to report more closed sales, higher median prices, more new listings and increased pending inventory compared to a year ago, according to Florida Realtors® latest housing data. [Read more…] about Florida’s Housing Market Is Strong in May; Year-Ago Data Shows COVID-19 Impact
Statements from Florida Watch & Progress Florida on Governor DeSantis’ Signing of HB 233
Governor Ron DeSantis today held a press conference in Fort Myers where he signed HB 233, a continuation of his focus on fighting the culture war and manufactured problems rather than offering solutions to the real issues facing Floridians. [Read more…] about Statements from Florida Watch & Progress Florida on Governor DeSantis’ Signing of HB 233
Senator Shevrin Jones Applauds Signing of SB 1770 Into Law
The first new medical license law in over a
decade to establish licensure for genetic counselors
Florida Senator Shevrin Jones (SD-35) is today happy to announce the signing of SB 1770 into law regarding genetic counseling licensure. [Read more…] about Senator Shevrin Jones Applauds Signing of SB 1770 Into Law
Statement: Governor signs bill to limit communities’ freedom to choose clean energy
House Bill 919 takes away local control over energy decisions
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 919: Preemption Over Restriction of Utility Services Monday night. [Read more…] about Statement: Governor signs bill to limit communities’ freedom to choose clean energy