The Florida Vacation Rental Management Association (FLVRMA) today released a Mason-Dixon poll showing that Floridians overwhelmingly support short-term vacation rentals. [Read more…] about Poll: Nearly 90 Percent of Floridians Support Vacation Rentals
Florida A&M University Will Be Featured Live on “The Real” Talk Show
Popular daytime talk show, “The Real,” will visit Florida A&M University (FAMU) to celebrate Black History Month and the University’s rich history and incredible student body on Wednesday, February 20 from 10:15 a.m. – noon on the steps of Lee Hall Auditorium. [Read more…] about Florida A&M University Will Be Featured Live on “The Real” Talk Show
Commissioner Nikki Fried Names New Deputy Commissioner, Veterans, and Outreach Leadership Positions
Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried today announced more new hires for her administration with the addition of a new Deputy Commissioner, Veterans Affairs Director, and additional external affairs leadership roles. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Names New Deputy Commissioner, Veterans, and Outreach Leadership Positions
Cabinet members, other VIPs to come together for unveiling of new Andrew’s menu honoring public service
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Florida Cabinet members, state legislators, and other VIPs are expected to be on hand on Tuesday for one of the Capital City’s most anticipated traditions: the unveiling of the new Andrew’s restaurant menu featuring items named in their honor. [Read more…] about Cabinet members, other VIPs to come together for unveiling of new Andrew’s menu honoring public service
FDOT Providing Extra Navigation Tools for Daytona 500 Fans
Drivers also urged to watch for race fans on foot
Fans driving to Daytona Beach for this weekend’s Speedweeks events, including the Daytona 500, are encouraged to take advantage of extra messaging available to help them navigate regional roadways before and after the events. [Read more…] about FDOT Providing Extra Navigation Tools for Daytona 500 Fans
Lee County man claims $15.5 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot
The Florida Lottery announces that Niranjan Patel, 41, of Estero, claimed the $15.5 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot from the drawing held on February 6, 2019, at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about Lee County man claims $15.5 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot
Federal Judge Upholds Palm Beach County and Boca Raton Conversion Therapy Bans
Anti-LGBTQ hate group Liberty Counsel loses again
In a 60 page order, Judge Robin Rosenberg of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida denied the request of two conservative Christian metal health counselors who sought preliminary injunctions to prevent Palm Beach County and the City of Boca Raton from enforcing laws prohibiting them from subjecting LGBTQ minors to conversion therapy. [Read more…] about Federal Judge Upholds Palm Beach County and Boca Raton Conversion Therapy Bans
UT’s Sykes Hall of Fame Speaker Series Welcomes Hubertus Mühlhäuser Feb. 21
On Thursday, Feb. 21, The University of Tampa will welcome Hubertus M. Mühlhäuser, CEO of CNH Industrial N.V., as part of the Sykes Hall of Fame Business Speaker Series. [Read more…] about UT’s Sykes Hall of Fame Speaker Series Welcomes Hubertus Mühlhäuser Feb. 21
Former Fugitive Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking
The Florida Attorney General’s Office of Statewide Prosecution today secured a long prison sentence for a former fugitive caught and arrested after more than a decade on the run. [Read more…] about Former Fugitive Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking
Senator Wilton Simpson Endorses Jason Brodeur For Florida Senate
Sen. Simpson praises Brodeur’s Leadership and Effective Record
Former Representative Jason Brodeur announced today Senator Wilton Simpson, who is slated to become Senate President in 2020, has endorsed his campaign for the Florida Senate. [Read more…] about Senator Wilton Simpson Endorses Jason Brodeur For Florida Senate