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Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) have proclaimed October 2020 as Cybersecurity Awareness Month to encourage Floridians to adopt proactive measures that will enhance cybersecurity at home and in the workplace, and contribute to the overall security of Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida Department of Management Services Recognize October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today issued reemployment assistance updates on the Reemployment Assistance (RA) Claims Dashboard. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Provides Reemployment Assistance Update – October 5
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today announced that the opportunity for communities impacted by Hurricane Michael to apply for more than $1 million through the Rebuild Florida Technical Assistance Grant Program is now available. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces $1 Million Available Through the Rebuild Florida Technical Assistance Grant Program for Hurricane Michael Recovery
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites the community to attend a virtual public meeting regarding plans to enhance safety along John Young Parkway (County Road 423) at the westbound Interstate 4 (I-4) off ramp. [Read more…] about Virtual Public Meeting Reveals Plans for Safety Improvements Along John Young Parkway at the Westbound I-4 Off Ramp
Dixie County’s oldest, and one of FDLE’s oldest, unsolved homicide happened 46 years ago this month. [Read more…] about Investigators working leads in 46-year-old Dixie County homicide case
A new survey conducted on behalf of Helios Education Foundation and the Florida College Access Network found that most Floridians believe a Bachelor’s degree or higher is necessary for economic and workforce success — a view most strongly held by Hispanics and Blacks, who trail white Floridians by double digits in degree attainment. [Read more…] about Survey: Hispanic and Black Floridians Most Likely to See a Bachelor’s Degree as Necessary for Future Workforce Success
Members of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus will host an informative virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. [Read more…] about The Florida Legislative Black Caucus will host a virtual town hall to discuss Florida’s 2020 proposed constitutional amendments
With an increased number of people working remotely and distance learning in their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) is recognizing Public Power Week (Oct. 4 – 10) by offering energy saving tips on its social media platforms. [Read more…] about FMEA Highlights Energy Efficiency Tips During National Public Power Week
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested Brian Gregory West, 72, of 1151 SW 30th Street, Suite D, Palm City, on one count of bribery, one count of conspiracy to commit bribery, and six counts of unlawful use of a two-way communication device to further the commission of a felony. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Palm Bay developer for bribery
The Tom Fabricio for State Representative campaign today announced the endorsement of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Hialeah Lodge 12. [Read more…] about Tom Fabricio endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Hialeah Lodge 12
