Governor Rick Scott today announced Rebecca Kapusta will become the Secretary of the Florida Department of Children and Families on an interim basis. She will be replacing Secretary Mike Carroll who is leaving the agency effective September 6, 2018 after serving at DCF since 1990. [Read more…] about Rebecca Kapusta Named Interim Secretary of Department of Children and Families
Appointments by Governor Rick Scott for Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Gov. Scott Appoints Three to Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
Governor Rick Scott today announced the reappointment of Douglas Bournique and the appointment of Robert Lowe, Sr. and Erica Whitfield to the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. [Read more…] about Appointments by Governor Rick Scott for Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Middleburg man claims $1 million top prize in the FLORIDA 20X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Steven Lofton, 39, of Middleburg, claimed a $1 million top prize in the FLORIDA 20X 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 Middleburg man claims $1 million top prize in the FLORIDA 20X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
Senator Annette Taddeo to host extended district office hours on select days
State Senator Annette Taddeo will hold extended district office hours to assist constituents with state agency concerns as well as gather public input on legislative issues on select days throughout the remainder of the calendar year. [Read more…] about Senator Annette Taddeo to host extended district office hours on select days
Gulf County man claims top prize in the new EXTRA PLAY Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Coleman Pippin, 59, of Wewahitchka, claimed a $500,000 top prize in the EXTRA PLAY Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. He purchased his winning ticket from UC 102, located at 4131 Cherry Street in Panama City. [Read more…] about Gulf County man claims top prize in the new EXTRA PLAY Scratch-Off game
Nelson honors McCain’s life and legacy
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) took to the Senate floor today to honor the life and legacy of Sen. John McCain.
“And so in that moment you could summarize his courage, his strength, his will to overcome – but here in the Senate we saw a leader who thought that public service was a noble calling, a leader who always tried to do the right thing, who always put the people of his country ahead of himself. An individual who always believed that we, as Americans, can subscribe to a cause greater than ourselves,” Nelson said. “America is certainly going to miss John McCain.” [Read more…] about Nelson honors McCain’s life and legacy
Amendment 6 Removal Emblematic of CRC Issues
In reaction to Judge Karen Gievers ordering the removal of Amendment 6 from the November ballot, president of the League of Women Voters of Florida Patricia Brigham released the following statement: [Read more…] about Amendment 6 Removal Emblematic of CRC Issues
Secretary Detzner Announces Polls Open Statewide on Primary Election Day
Secretary of State Ken Detzner issued the following statement this morning:
“Today is Florida’s Primary Election and I am pleased to report that all polls are open statewide and voters are currently casting ballots in 5,881 precincts. Polls are open until 7 p.m. and voters in line at 7 p.m. will be able to cast a ballot. Division of Elections staff are communicating with each county Supervisor of Elections throughout the day and we stand ready to provide any needed assistance. [Read more…] about Secretary Detzner Announces Polls Open Statewide on Primary Election Day
Stetson University Computer Science Competition Receives $2,000 Grant
Funds awarded for supporting entrepreneurs in tech community
Stetson University’s Greater Central Florida Tech Faire + Hackathon has been awarded a $2,000 grant from the Orlando Technology Community Support Pilot Program, an initiative by the City of Orlando to give a jumpstart to efforts that boost entrepreneurs. [Read more…] about Stetson University Computer Science Competition Receives $2,000 Grant
Maria Elvira Salazar awaits results of GOP Primary Election for Florida’s 27th Congressional District at Campaign Headquarters
Maria Elvira Salazar, Republican candidate for Florida’s 27th Congressional District, will cast her vote today at 11:00 AM in Coral Gables Senior High School located at 450 Bird Road, Coral Gables, Florida. Afterward, she will reunite with the local press and talk with her voters about the issues that matter most to them –healthcare, immigration, mass transit, education and job creation. [Read more…] about Maria Elvira Salazar awaits results of GOP Primary Election for Florida’s 27th Congressional District at Campaign Headquarters
