Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested Theodore Allan Ross, 60, of 1981 North Cardinal Road, Avon Park for 20 counts of possession of child pornography. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Avon Park man for child pornography
Gov. Scott Reappoints Two to Technology Advisory Council
Governor Rick Scott today announced the reappointment of Susan Amat and Allen Ginder to the Technology Advisory Council.
Amat, 43, of Coral Gables, is the founder and chief executive officer of Venture Hive. She received her bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and doctorate degree from the University of Miami. Amat is reappointed for a term beginning October 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022.
Ginder, 51, of Jacksonville, is the Florida public sector director for Avaya. Ginder received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia. He is reappointed for a term beginning October 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022.
Palm Coast woman celebrates birthday by claiming $1 million prize in the MONOPOLY™ JACKPOT Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Nancy Coriaty, of Palm Coast, celebrated her 66th birthday by claiming a $1 million prize in the new MONOPOLY™ JACKPOT Scratch-Off game at the Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. She chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $715,000.00.
Coriaty purchased her winning ticket from Publix, located at 250 Palm Coast Parkway Northeast in Palm Coast. The retailer will receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning Scratch-Off ticket.
The $20 Scratch-Off game, MONOPOLY JACKPOT, launched in September, and features more than $407.5 million in prizes, including six top prizes of $5 million! The game’s overall odds of winning are one-in-2.97.
Scratch-Offs are an important part of the Lottery’s portfolio of games, generating more than $871 million for the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF) in FY 2017-18, and comprising approximately 69 percent of ticket sales.
Statement by President Designate Galvano Regarding the Passing of Senator Hukill
Incoming Florida Senate President Bill Galvano (R-Bradenton) today released the following statement regarding news that State Senator Dorothy Hukill (R-Port Orange) has passed away. [Read more…] about Statement by President Designate Galvano Regarding the Passing of Senator Hukill
Statement by Florida Senator Lauren Book, Child Sexual Abuse Survivor and Founder of Lauren’s Kids
Regarding the Findings of a Missouri Sex Offender Registry Audit
“The findings of a Missouri state audit revealing nearly 1,300 registered sex offenders to be unaccounted for is an imminent threat to the safety of children and families in Missouri and beyond. In one part of the state, nearly 80 percent of the most dangerous predators – those who have raped, sodomized or committed first- or second-degree child molestation – are missing. This is absolutely terrifying, outrageous, and unacceptable. [Read more…] about Statement by Florida Senator Lauren Book, Child Sexual Abuse Survivor and Founder of Lauren’s Kids
Ashley Moody Releases Florida General Election TV Ad
Former Judge and federal prosecutor Ashley Moody has released her first television ad for the general election – hailing her extensive experience. [Read more…] about Ashley Moody Releases Florida General Election TV Ad
Westbound I-4 Exit Ramp to Eastbound Maitland Boulevard Is Changing on Morning of October 3
On the morning of October 3, the exit point to eastbound Maitland Boulevard (State Road 414) from westbound Interstate 4 (I-4) will shift to a new location. [Read more…] about Westbound I-4 Exit Ramp to Eastbound Maitland Boulevard Is Changing on Morning of October 3
Miami man is $1 million richer after playing the FLORIDA 100X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Nathaniel Jenkins, Jr., 56, of Miami, claimed a $1 million prize in the FLORIDA 100X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $770,000.00. [Read more…] about Miami man is $1 million richer after playing the FLORIDA 100X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
League & Partners Warn Against Passage of Amendment 5
On Tuesday the League of Women Voters of Florida held a press call with partners discussing the disastrous effects Amendment 5 would have on Florida’s education system were it to pass. Amendment 5 was placed on the ballot by the Florida Legislature and would require a two-thirds supermajority vote of the Legislature to raise any state taxes or fees. [Read more…] about League & Partners Warn Against Passage of Amendment 5
Gov. Scott’s Statement on the Passing of Senator Dorothy Hukill
Governor Rick Scott made the following statement today regarding the passing of Florida Senator Dorothy Hukill:
Governor Scott said, “My wife, Ann, and I are with heavy heart to learn of Senator Dorothy Hukill’s passing today. Senator Hukill was a true leader in the Florida Senate and served the public with distinction. She worked to make our state a better place to live and leaves an incredible legacy. We are all grateful for her commitment to Florida families. Our prayers are with Dorothy’s family today and to those closest to her. We are also praying for our friends and colleagues in the Florida Senate who loved and admired Senator Hukill so much. To honor her memory, I will be lowering the state flags at the appropriate time.”
