CS/CS/HB 121, Florida Kidcare Program Eligibility, sponsored by Representative Robin Bartleman (D-Weston) and Representative Dana Trabulsy (R-Fort Pierce), has unanimously passed the chamber [Read more…] about Representatives Bartleman and Trabulsy Pass Legislation in Florida House to Address Healthcare for Uninsured Children
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Florida Division of Emergency Management Issues Updates on Southeast Florida Flooding – 4/13 Afternoon
Governor Ron DeSantis issues Executive Order-23-65
declaring State of Emergency in Broward County
In response to significant flooding in southeast Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 23-65 declaring a State of Emergency in Broward County. [Read more…] about Florida Division of Emergency Management Issues Updates on Southeast Florida Flooding – 4/13 Afternoon
Florida House Democrats on Legislature Passing Near-Total Abortion Ban
The Florida House passed the 6-week abortion ban in a marathon Session [Read more…] about Florida House Democrats on Legislature Passing Near-Total Abortion Ban
FDOT to Host a Construction Open House for the State Road (SR) 80/Southern Boulevard Resurfacing and Bridge Rehabilitation Project
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a Construction Open House [Read more…] about FDOT to Host a Construction Open House for the State Road (SR) 80/Southern Boulevard Resurfacing and Bridge Rehabilitation Project
Escambia County man wins $1 million playing the GOLD RUSH LIMITED Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) today announces that Earl Evans, of Pensacola claimed a $1 million prize from the GOLD RUSH LIMITED Scratch-Off game [Read more…] about Escambia County man wins $1 million playing the GOLD RUSH LIMITED Scratch-Off game
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Southeast Florida Flooding
Widespread showers and thunderstorms overnight produced significant rainfall totals as a nearly stationary front over southwest Florida caused significant flooding. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Southeast Florida Flooding
Lee County Man Finds A ‘LOTTO’ Luck With A $41 Million Jackpot Win
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) today announces that Darren Martini, 57, of Cape Coral, claimed the $41 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot [Read more…] about Lee County Man Finds A ‘LOTTO’ Luck With A $41 Million Jackpot Win
Red Tide Mid-Week Update for April 12, 2023
Current Conditions
Over the past week, the red tide organism Karenia brevis was detected in 67 samples collected from Florida’s Gulf Coast. [Read more…] about Red Tide Mid-Week Update for April 12, 2023
Black Caucus Releases Statement on Expulsion of Black Legislators in Tennessee
On Thursday, April 6th, the Tennessee House of Representatives voted to expel black lawmakers Representatives Justin Jones and Justin Pearson from the State Legislature [Read more…] about Black Caucus Releases Statement on Expulsion of Black Legislators in Tennessee
FWC partners with RBFF to fund youth fishing education in Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) have partnered again to fund youth fishing education [Read more…] about FWC partners with RBFF to fund youth fishing education in Florida