Governor Ron DeSantis today sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting that the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) be headquartered in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Asks President Donald Trump to Headquarter United States Space Command in Florida
Attorney General Moody’s Statement on the Loss of Florida Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Daniel Hinton
Attorney General Ashley Moody issued the following statement regarding the passing of Florida Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Daniel Hinton. Sgt. Hinton suffered cardiac arrest today during a training exercise and later passed away:
“I am deeply saddened by the news that Florida Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Daniel Hinton passed away today. Sgt. Hinton served Floridians honorably and bravely for more than three decades. Please keep his family, friends and colleagues at the Florida Highway Patrol in your prayers.”
Latest Florida Chamber Statewide Poll Shows Governor Ron DeSantis Earns Strong Approval from Florida Voters
Governor Ron DeSantis is earning strong approval ratings from likely Florida voters, according to the latest Florida Chamber of Commerce statewide poll. [Read more…] about Latest Florida Chamber Statewide Poll Shows Governor Ron DeSantis Earns Strong Approval from Florida Voters
Lynda Bell Earns NRA’s Best Rating
Bell’s “strong expressions of support for the Second Amendment” result in an
“A” rating from the NRA in her bid for the House District 7 special election.
The Lynda Bell Campaign today announced that she has earned top marks from both the National Rifle Association and the Unified Sportsmen of Florida. [Read more…] about Lynda Bell Earns NRA’s Best Rating
Roadwatch Advisory for State Road 17 (North Ridgewood Drive) at Wall Street in Highlands County
SR 17 (North Ridgewood Drive) at Wall Street: Maintenance permit project: Crews will be replacing a roof using a crane to install trusses. [Read more…] about Roadwatch Advisory for State Road 17 (North Ridgewood Drive) at Wall Street in Highlands County
Senator Berman Files SB 1156 to Tap the Sun for Florida’s Future
Seeking to capitalize on an abundance of freely available energy and dramatically bring down costs for consumers, state Senator Lori Berman (D-Delray Beach) on Tuesday announced the filing of legislation establishing the first-ever statewide community solar program. [Read more…] about Senator Berman Files SB 1156 to Tap the Sun for Florida’s Future
Overdorf Files Bill to Push Environmental Projects Forward
Representative Toby Overdorf moves to end federal
inaction that is delaying critical restoration projects
State Representative Toby Overdorf has filed House Memorial 799, which directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to complete the process of transferring the 404 Dredge and Fill Permitting Program to the State of Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). [Read more…] about Overdorf Files Bill to Push Environmental Projects Forward
Youth advocates for safe and legal abortion to speak out against new wave of restrictions
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Young Floridians will call for bold and unabashed support of abortion rights
On February 20, youth advocates for access to abortion without political interference will speak out against bills filed to ban abortion in Florida as early as six weeks as well as the potential for even more restrictions including additional parental involvement in young people’s access to abortion. [Read more…] about Youth advocates for safe and legal abortion to speak out against new wave of restrictions
Aerospace Engineer, ‘Xploration Outer Space’ TV Host/Producer Speaks at UNF
The University of North Florida’s Center for the Advancement of Women in Engineering as well as the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction will celebrate International Women’s Week with the fifth annual Women Leaders in STEM Conference at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Adam W. Herbert University Center, Building 43. [Read more…] about Aerospace Engineer, ‘Xploration Outer Space’ TV Host/Producer Speaks at UNF
Youth Advocacy Leaders From Around the State Gather at Capitol
Each year, Florida Network of Youth and Family Services’ executives from its member agencies and shelters across the state converge at the Capitol to meet one-on-one with legislators regarding key issues involving at-risk youth and their families. [Read more…] about Youth Advocacy Leaders From Around the State Gather at Capitol
