U.S. Congressmen Brian Mast (FL-18) and Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (CA-39) today introduced the End Military-Connected Child Abuse and Neglect Act. [Read more…] about Mast, Cisneros Introduce Legislation To Combat Military Child Abuse
Palm Harbor Man Sentenced in Promissory Note Scheme
The Florida Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) announced that James Harold Hosner was sentenced to three years in prison for his role in a promissory note scheme targeting an elderly victim. [Read more…] about Palm Harbor Man Sentenced in Promissory Note Scheme
Florida’s Housing Market Shows Median Prices, Closed Sales Up in 1Q 2020
Impact of Coronavirus Pandemic, Statewide Stay-at-Home Began in March
In the first quarter of 2020, Florida’s housing market reported higher median prices and more closed sales compared to a year ago, though the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on the state’s economy and real estate markets began to emerge in mid-March, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. [Read more…] about Florida’s Housing Market Shows Median Prices, Closed Sales Up in 1Q 2020
Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez Endorsed by the Florida Education Association & the United Teachers of Dade
Reflecting his strong record of support and commitment to public education, Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez (D-Miami) has been endorsed by the Florida Education Association and the United Teachers of Dade in his campaign for re-election to Florida Senate District 37. [Read more…] about Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez Endorsed by the Florida Education Association & the United Teachers of Dade
Enterprise Florida to Award Trade Grants for Virtual Business Matchmaking
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) is launching a new trade grant program to help the state’s small and medium-sized companies continue doing business overseas even as international travel is restricted. [Read more…] about Enterprise Florida to Award Trade Grants for Virtual Business Matchmaking
CMS Grants Expanded Ability for Hospitals to Offer Long-term Care Services for COVID-19 Patients
Following a recent request from Governor Ron DeSantis, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a new federal flexibility to allow hospitals to bill Medicare for a lower acuity hospital stay or establish a rate that may be used in these instances such as an inpatient rehabilitation facility rate. [Read more…] about CMS Grants Expanded Ability for Hospitals to Offer Long-term Care Services for COVID-19 Patients
FAMU COVID-19 Testing Site Extends Operations to May 21, Capacity Now 400 Tests Per Day
The Florida A&M University (FAMU)- Bond Community Health Center COVID-19 Testing Site will now be conducting as many as 400 tests per day as it extends operations until at least May 21. [Read more…] about FAMU COVID-19 Testing Site Extends Operations to May 21, Capacity Now 400 Tests Per Day
Additional I-4 Ultimate Accelerated Work Scheduled May 13-18
Motorists encouraged to avoid area or properly plan an alternate route
In accordance with Governor Ron DeSantis’ directive to accelerate the I-4 Ultimate project while there is reduced traffic due to COVID-19, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), I-4 Mobility Partners, and SGL Constructors (joint venture team of Skanska, Granite, and Lane) continue to push forward scheduling additional work during Phase One of the Governor’s Safe. Smart. Step by Step plan. [Read more…] about Additional I-4 Ultimate Accelerated Work Scheduled May 13-18
Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
The Florida National Guard (FLNG), under the direction of Gov. Ron DeSantis, is responding to the needs of the state alongside our interagency partners, helping to protect citizens and guests throughout this crisis. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
Governor Ron DeSantis to Hold Press Conference in Fort Myers
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Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference at Lee Memorial Hospital on Monday, May 11th. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis to Hold Press Conference in Fort Myers
