Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam has been in regular communication with federal partners, including Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary Sonny Perdue, as well as the agriculture industry to assess agricultural damage caused by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Continues to Meet with Agricultural Leaders to Assess Damage
Inspectors Check Fuel Quality, Check for Skimmers in Hurricane-Ravaged Areas of State
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services plays a key role in ensuring the quality of Floridians’ fuel supply and protecting consumers from credit card skimmers at gas pumps. [Read more…] about Inspectors Check Fuel Quality, Check for Skimmers in Hurricane-Ravaged Areas of State
Pro-Golfer Jerry Pate and Mark DeShetler Donate 64 Chainsaws to Florida Forest Service for Hurricane Relief Efforts
Hurricane recovery would not be possible without chainsaws, and thanks to Jerry Pate Company, Jerry Pate Design and Mark DeShetler with Florida Outdoor Equipment, Florida Forest Service teams now have 64 additional chainsaws and power fuel – at no cost – to help them assist Floridians by clearing debris. [Read more…] about Pro-Golfer Jerry Pate and Mark DeShetler Donate 64 Chainsaws to Florida Forest Service for Hurricane Relief Efforts
RPOF Chairman Ingoglia Statement on Gov. Scott Executive Order
Republican Party of Florida Chairman Blaise Ingoglia issued the following statement today on Governor Rick Scott’s Executive Order to extend and enhance voting options in counties impacted by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about RPOF Chairman Ingoglia Statement on Gov. Scott Executive Order
Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael Response
Governor Rick Scott is in constant communication with federal, state and local emergency management officials and state agency leaders to ensure that communities impacted by Hurricane Michael are receiving the resources they need. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael Response
Following Hurricane Michael, the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation Covers Florida KidCare Premiums in Hardest Hit Areas
Monthly premium relief provided in 12 counties
Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Michael, the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation (Corporation) Board of Directors has taken action to ensure kids living in the hardest hit areas do not lose their health insurance coverage. [Read more…] about Following Hurricane Michael, the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation Covers Florida KidCare Premiums in Hardest Hit Areas
CFO Jimmy Patronis Applauds Florida Healthy Kids for Removing Added Burdens on Florida Families
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis released the following statement on health care assistance from the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation for Hurricane Michael victims. [Read more…] about CFO Jimmy Patronis Applauds Florida Healthy Kids for Removing Added Burdens on Florida Families
Community Health Centers Providing Critical Treatment and Services Following Hurricane Michael
Community Health Centers in the Florida Panhandle are still open and providing care for patients in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael. Mobile medical units are being activated to treat patients in areas with severe damage and limited accessibility. [Read more…] about Community Health Centers Providing Critical Treatment and Services Following Hurricane Michael
Secretary Detzner Outlines Plan for Voters in Counties Severely Impacted by Hurricane Michael
Extends Early Voting & Vote-By-Mail Options for
Hurricane Survivors while Protecting Election Integrity
Last week, Hurricane Michael made landfall as a powerful Category 4 storm in Florida’s Panhandle. It devastated homes, businesses, infrastructure and left 400,000 people without power. With the General Election less than three weeks away, this unprecedented storm has impacted the normal operations of administering an election in counties that were hit hardest. [Read more…] about Secretary Detzner Outlines Plan for Voters in Counties Severely Impacted by Hurricane Michael
Florida Lottery warns citizens of MEGA MILLIONS® scam
The Florida Lottery is warning citizens of a lottery scam involving MEGA MILLIONS® in which scammers are sending emails to the public indicating they may have won $1 million, in an effort to obtain personal and financial information. Do not respond to these emails; if you have not purchased a MEGA MILLIONS ticket, you cannot win a prize. [Read more…] about Florida Lottery warns citizens of MEGA MILLIONS® scam
