The University of North Florida has appointed Heather Duncan as its new vice president for Governmental Affairs. She begins her new position in November. [Read more…] about UNF Appoints Duncan New Vice President for Governmental Affairs
PSC Highlights National Lifeline Awareness Week with an Event in Citrus County
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) will host an information session on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, in Citrus County for residents to learn about the Lifeline Assistance (Lifeline) discounted telephone and/or broadband service program. [Read more…] about PSC Highlights National Lifeline Awareness Week with an Event in Citrus County
Appointments by Governor Rick Scott for Thursday, September 6, 2018
Gov. Scott Reappoints Representative Rene Plasencia
to Board of Control for Southern Regional Education
Governor Rick Scott today announced the reappointment of Representative Rene Plasencia to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education. [Read more…] about Appointments by Governor Rick Scott for Thursday, September 6, 2018
Florida Ranks 4th in the Nation for K-12 Student Achievement
Commissioner Pam Stewart today announced that Florida ranks 4thin the nation for K-12 student achievement, according to Education Week’s Quality Counts 2018 report. The annual report compares state-by-state data and trends to gauge students’ opportunities for success and considers achievement levels, achievement gains, poverty gap, achieving excellence, high school graduation and Advanced Placement. [Read more…] about Florida Ranks 4th in the Nation for K-12 Student Achievement
Gov. Scott: $1.5 Million in Grant Funding for Small & Rural Communities Will Create Jobs
Governor Scott today announced $1.5 million in Competitive Florida Partnership and Community Planning Technical Assistance grants for small and rural communities across Florida. The grants administered by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) will assist small and rural communities in planning and economic development so these communities can create jobs. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: $1.5 Million in Grant Funding for Small & Rural Communities Will Create Jobs
Senator Stewart, Sheriff Demings to Unveil Cutting-Edge Locating Technology for Missing Persons
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State Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) and Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings will hold a news conference to announce the launch of Project Lifesaver, a search and rescue program for persons prone to wandering or eloping due to a cognitive disorder. [Read more…] about Senator Stewart, Sheriff Demings to Unveil Cutting-Edge Locating Technology for Missing Persons
UT’s Popular Concert Artist Series Sponsored in Memory of the Late Rex Damron
The University of Tampa today announced that its popular, standing-room-only concert artist series, which features concerts in the UT’s Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values, is now sponsored by Geneva M. Damron in memory of the late O. Rex Damron. [Read more…] about UT’s Popular Concert Artist Series Sponsored in Memory of the Late Rex Damron
Rockledge man claims $2 million top prize playing FLORIDA 50X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Richard Leone, of Rockledge, claimed a $2 million top prize in the FLORIDA 50X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. He chose to receive his prize in a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,600,000.00. [Read more…] about Rockledge man claims $2 million top prize playing FLORIDA 50X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
Human Rights Campaign Announces Endorsement of Lauren Baer for U.S. Congress (FL-18)
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization, today announced its endorsement of Lauren Baer (D) for U.S. Congress. An out and proud member of the LGBTQ community, Baer is running to replace Rep. Brian Mast (R) to represent the people of Florida’s 18th Congressional District. [Read more…] about Human Rights Campaign Announces Endorsement of Lauren Baer for U.S. Congress (FL-18)
University of North Florida Promotes Warren to Executive Director
The University of North Florida has promoted Christopher Warren as executive director in the Office of the President and University Relations. His promotion is effective immediately. [Read more…] about University of North Florida Promotes Warren to Executive Director
