In honor of Veteran’s Day, Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the launch of a new military-friendly travel section on VISIT FLORIDA’s website, visitflorida.com/military. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis & VISIT FLORIDA Launch New Website for Service Members and Their Families
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Commissioner Nikki Fried Announces $380 Million in USDA Disaster Relief for Florida
Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has allocated $380.7 million in federal block grant funding for Florida farmers devastated by Hurricane Michael, including direct relief for timber producers. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Announces $380 Million in USDA Disaster Relief for Florida
New 448 Area Code Coming to North Florida in 2021
With new phone numbers in high demand in North Florida, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved an area code overlay that will add a new 448 area code to the area now served by the existing 850 area code. [Read more…] about New 448 Area Code Coming to North Florida in 2021
Governor Ron DeSantis, FWC and the SFWMD Announce the Removal of Thousands of Burmese Pythons from the Everglades
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced and applauded the efforts of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) to remove more than 3,600 invasive Burmese pythons from South Florida’s Everglades System. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis, FWC and the SFWMD Announce the Removal of Thousands of Burmese Pythons from the Everglades
Governor Ron DeSantis Declares November 2019 National Adoption Month in Florida
November 23 is National Adoption Day
At a recent meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor DeSantis presented a resolution declaring November 2019 as National Adoption Month in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Declares November 2019 National Adoption Month in Florida
Commissioner Nikki Fried Tours Farm, Announces $500,000 Food Recovery Grant Legislation
Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried toured Pero Family Farms, a fifth-generation family farm and sustainable producer of fresh seasonal produce such as peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers, some of Florida’s leading seasonal crops. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Tours Farm, Announces $500,000 Food Recovery Grant Legislation
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces $20 Million Available Through Rebuild Florida Workforce Recovery Training Program
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today announced the opening of the application period for the $20 million Rebuild Florida Workforce Recovery Training Program for local workforce development boards, educational institutions and technical centers in communities impacted by Hurricane Irma to train Floridians in the construction trades necessary to support disaster recovery efforts. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces $20 Million Available Through Rebuild Florida Workforce Recovery Training Program
Governor Ron DeSantis and FDOT Announce $1.4 Billion Westshore Area Interchange Construction Project
Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) today announced $1.4 billion for the reconstruction of the I-275/SR 60 Westshore Area Interchange in Tampa. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis and FDOT Announce $1.4 Billion Westshore Area Interchange Construction Project
Commissioner Nikki Fried: Consumer Tips During International Charity Fraud Awareness Week
As the regulatory agency for charities in the state of Florida, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) and Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried and are joining the National Association of State Charities Officials and the Federal Trade Commission to raise awareness of consumer fraud during the second annual International Charity Fraud Awareness Week. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried: Consumer Tips During International Charity Fraud Awareness Week
Governor Ron DeSantis Applauds U.S. Department of Justice for More Than $291 Million in Public Safety Grant Awards
Governor Ron DeSantis today applauded the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for awarding more than $291 million in public safety grants to agencies and organizations across the state of Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Applauds U.S. Department of Justice for More Than $291 Million in Public Safety Grant Awards
