MEDIA ADVISORY
The Re-Open Florida Task Force will hold two meetings via conference call on April 21st regarding the re-opening of Florida’s economy. [Read more…] about Re-Open Florida Task Force to Hold Two Meetings on Tuesday, April 21st
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces Launch of Rebuild Florida Critical Facility Hardening Program
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today announced $75 million is now available to local governments through the Rebuild Florida Critical Facility Hardening Program. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces Launch of Rebuild Florida Critical Facility Hardening Program
Florida Extends Distance Learning Through Remainder of Academic Year
Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran today recommended that all Florida public and private K-12 schools continue distance learning and keep school campuses closed through June 3rd, the remainder of the 2019-2020 academic year. [Read more…] about Florida Extends Distance Learning Through Remainder of Academic Year
Ginger Bowden Madden endorsed by key panhandle leaders
Last week, the Ginger Bowden Madden Campaign announced the endorsements of former First Circuit State Attorney Curtis Golden, Okaloosa County Sheriff Larry Ashley, Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson, Walton County Sheriff Michael Adkinson, and former Okaloosa County Sheriff Larry Gilbert. [Read more…] about Ginger Bowden Madden endorsed by key panhandle leaders
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
Statement from LeadingAge Florida President & CEO Steve Bahmer on COVID-19 Transparency Decision
LeadingAge Florida has long supported disclosing the location of confirmed cases of COVID-19 and applauds Governor DeSantis for making the right decision in the interest of public health and the safety of Florida’s seniors. [Read more…] about Statement from LeadingAge Florida President & CEO Steve Bahmer on COVID-19 Transparency Decision
Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Receives $4.1 Billion from CARES ACT
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that Florida has received more than $4.1 billion in federal relief under the CARES Act to aid the state in responding to and recovering from COVID-19. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Receives $4.1 Billion from CARES ACT
Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) continues to take all necessary precautions related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida. [Read more…] about Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
Commissioner Fried, Restaurateurs, Retailers Encourage Floridians to Join #TheGreatAmericanTakeout
With COVID-19 causing restaurants to close dine-in options to customers, restaurants are expecting nationwide losses as high as $225 billion and job losses that account for over half of U.S. jobs lost in March. [Read more…] about Commissioner Fried, Restaurateurs, Retailers Encourage Floridians to Join #TheGreatAmericanTakeout
Florida Awarded $16.5 Million in USDA Investments to Protect Natural Resources
Yesterday, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced an investment of $206 million through its Regional Conservation Partnership Program, which along with nearly $300 million in partner contributions, will help to protect natural resources across the nation. [Read more…] about Florida Awarded $16.5 Million in USDA Investments to Protect Natural Resources
