The Florida Lottery announces that Javier Diaz, 45, of Venice, claimed a $2 million prize from the POWERBALL® drawing held on May 25, 2019. [Read more…] about Venice man claims $2 million POWERBALL® prize
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Attorney General Moody Encourages Students to Enjoy a Safe Summer Break
Attorney General Ashley Moody is encouraging Florida students and parents to take steps to ensure a safe summer break. Millions of Florida public school students start the longest school break of the year this week, providing opportunities for fun, family and relaxation, but also increasing the potential that students encounter dangerous situations. [Read more…] about Attorney General Moody Encourages Students to Enjoy a Safe Summer Break
“Easy-Peasy” Hurricane Season Prep Tips by former Deputy Insurance Commissioner
Former Florida Deputy Insurance Commissioner Lisa Miller has a fun reminder to kickoff what we should always assume will be a serious hurricane season here in Florida and throughout the Southeast. [Read more…] about “Easy-Peasy” Hurricane Season Prep Tips by former Deputy Insurance Commissioner
Florida Deploys Team to Assist Oklahoma with Flood Response
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is deploying a team of emergency management personnel to Oklahoma to assist with response to catastrophic flooding.
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Imposter Scammers Use Spoofing to Steal SSNs
Attorney General Ashley Moody is issuing a Consumer Alert about a new twist on an old scam. [Read more…] about Imposter Scammers Use Spoofing to Steal SSNs
Miami woman turns $10 into $2 million playing FLORIDA 50X THE CASH Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Ruby Weston, 70, of Miami, claimed a $2 million top prize from the FLORIDA 50X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee.
It’s Summertime, Florida! Keep it Safe and Healthy at the Beach, Lake, River or Spring
In 2018, Florida set a tourism record for the eighth consecutive year drawing 126.1 million out-of-state visitors, and this year AAA ranks Orlando as the number one summer destination in the world!
Summer BreakSpot Program Returns to Help Feed Florida’s Children
To help ensure that Florida children have access to wholesome meals during summer break, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services partners with schools and organizations to provide free meals to kids and teens from low-income areas.
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North American River Otter Released After 4 Month Recovery
A male North American river otter has been released from the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) following a nearly four month recovery for a broken leg. [Read more…] about North American River Otter Released After 4 Month Recovery
Central Florida Commuter Rail Technical Advisory Committee Meeting June 6, 2019
The Central Florida Commuter Rail Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) is meeting Thursday, June 6, 2019.
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