The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved funding to continue improvements to Florida’s natural gas infrastructure. [Read more…] about PSC Continues Funding for Pipeline Infrastructure Improvements
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PSC Approves Suspension of Monthly Bills by Duke Energy and Florida Public Utilities in Counties Impacted by Hurricane Michael
Citing extensive damage from Hurricane Michael, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved requests from Duke Energy Florida, LLC (DEF) and Florida Public Utilities Company (FPUC) to temporarily waive the rule that requires monthly customer bills. [Read more…] about PSC Approves Suspension of Monthly Bills by Duke Energy and Florida Public Utilities in Counties Impacted by Hurricane Michael
$66,000 FANTASY 5® ticket set to expire
The Florida Lottery today announced that a FANTASY 5® top prize-winning ticket worth $66,162.37 remains unclaimed. The 180-day deadline to claim the top prize is Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at midnight ET. [Read more…] about $66,000 FANTASY 5® ticket set to expire
689 Area Code Coming to Central Florida in June 2019
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today acknowledged a June 4, 2019 implementation date for the 689 area code overlay in the 407/321 Numbering Plan Area. In July, the PSC approved implementing the 689 area code to overlay the existing 407 area code. [Read more…] about 689 Area Code Coming to Central Florida in June 2019
Florida PSC Reduces Gulf Power Company’s Customer Bills
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today ordered Gulf Power Company (Gulf) to pass additional savings from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 to its customers. The Commission approved an additional $19.5 million in customer bill reductions. [Read more…] about Florida PSC Reduces Gulf Power Company’s Customer Bills
Gov. Scott: Florida Continues to Lead Everglades Restoration Efforts While Congress Lags Behind
Directs $3.5 Million for FDOT, DEP to Request $40 Million to Finish Major Project
Governor Rick Scott today announced that he is directing an immediate $3.5 million investment by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to start work on the final phase of the major Everglades restoration project to raise portions of the Tamiami Trail, allowing more water to flow south through the Everglades. This project will help restore and protect the Everglades. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: Florida Continues to Lead Everglades Restoration Efforts While Congress Lags Behind
FDLE launches public safety app
Just in time for Halloween, FDLE launches a new mobile app making it easy for citizens to see where sexual offenders have registered a residential address in Florida. The “Search Sexual Offenders and Predators” button is one of seven FDLE public services featured in the new app. [Read more…] about FDLE launches public safety app
Commissioner Adam Putnam to Hold Agricultural Recovery Listening Session
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Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam will hold an agricultural recovery listening session tomorrow, Oct. 30, in Blountstown, Fla. Members of Florida’s agriculture industry are invited to participate to discuss damage caused by Hurricane Michael and recovery efforts and needs. [Read more…] about Commissioner Adam Putnam to Hold Agricultural Recovery Listening Session
Gov. Scott Welcomes Students at Graceville Elementary Back to School Following Hurricane Michael
Governor Rick Scott today visited Graceville Elementary School in Jackson County to welcome students back to class after the impact of Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Welcomes Students at Graceville Elementary Back to School Following Hurricane Michael
Florida Education Officials and Local Bookstores Partner to Help Hurricane-Impacted Schools Purchase New Books
The Florida Department of Education, Florida Education Foundation (FEF) and independent booksellers across the state have joined together to host Re-book to Re-build: Hurricane Relief Fundraiser. A portion of sale proceeds on November 3 and 4 at participating bookstores will fund grants that will enable schools impacted by Hurricane Michael to re-stock their libraries and classrooms. [Read more…] about Florida Education Officials and Local Bookstores Partner to Help Hurricane-Impacted Schools Purchase New Books
