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STATEMENT: FMEA Regarding Preparations for Hurricane Ian

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STATEMENT BY:
Amy Zubaly, Executive Director, Florida Municipal Electric Association
Regarding Preparations for Hurricane Ian

“Since this past weekend, the Florida Municipal Electric Association has been in contact with public power communities across Florida and the country lining up mutual aid crews prepared to assist areas throughout the state affected by Hurricane Ian. [Read more…] about STATEMENT: FMEA Regarding Preparations for Hurricane Ian

LeRoy Collins Institute Study: Civilian Oversight Agencies are Effective at Cutting Back on Black Arrests

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New report details effectiveness of COAs, encourages more Florida cities to adopt them

Civilian Oversight Agencies (COAs) are a proven way for Florida communities to enhance police accountability and reduce Black arrest rates, and more cities should establish COAs to reduce tensions between the public and officers, according to a new study released by the LeRoy Collins Institute. [Read more…] about LeRoy Collins Institute Study: Civilian Oversight Agencies are Effective at Cutting Back on Black Arrests

LIBERTY Dental Plan Awards 2022 Minority Scholarship to Four Exceptional Dental Students

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LIBERTY Dental Plan of Florida (LIBERTY) presented the 2022 Minority Scholarship to four Florida dental students including Destiny Corbett and Lisandra Almarales of the University of Florida (UF), Jamisha Scott of Tallahassee Community College (TCC), and Sivan Bugin of Broward College. [Read more…] about LIBERTY Dental Plan Awards 2022 Minority Scholarship to Four Exceptional Dental Students

Alabama man claims $1 million prize from 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game

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Man Turns a Trip to Fortune Liquors into a $1 Million Fortune!

The Florida Lottery (Lottery) today announces that Thomas Fotopoulos, 53, of Dothan, Alabama claimed a $1 million prize from the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about Alabama man claims $1 million prize from 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game

Sachs Media Partner and COO Lisa Garcia Named Among Nation’s Top Women in PR for Mentoring

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Sachs Media Partner and Chief Operating Officer Lisa Garcia has been named one of the 2022 Top Women in PR nationally by PR News for excellence as a Mentor, reflecting her role as a major contributor to the firm’s success by recruiting and cultivating young professionals. [Read more…] about Sachs Media Partner and COO Lisa Garcia Named Among Nation’s Top Women in PR for Mentoring

Florida Public Power Organizations Launch Social Media Campaign Celebrating Florida Public Power Lineworkers

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The campaign recognizes the 10th anniversary of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) will launch a social media campaign next week showing appreciation for the Florida public power lineworkers who provide our communities with reliable power. [Read more…] about Florida Public Power Organizations Launch Social Media Campaign Celebrating Florida Public Power Lineworkers

LeadingAge Florida Recognizes the Best in Aging Services at Its 59th Annual Convention and Exposition

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LeadingAge Florida, the state’s only association representing the entire continuum of care for older adults, recognized outstanding senior living communities, employees, and residents during its 59th Annual Convention and Exposition in Orlando last week. [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Recognizes the Best in Aging Services at Its 59th Annual Convention and Exposition