There are an estimated 90 million dogs living in U.S. households. [Read more…] about New report: Dogs are affected by COVID-19 – Florida is ranked #2 in dog bites
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FAMU Mourns the Passing of Alum U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings
Florida A&M University (FAMU) mourns the death of alumnus, U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings, whose career as a civil rights attorney and a public servant spanned more than half a century. [Read more…] about FAMU Mourns the Passing of Alum U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings
New York woman plans to pay off her brother’s house after becoming a millionaire
Player Wins $1 Million From The 200X THE CASH Scratch-Off Game
The Florida Lottery announces that Dagmar Schmalhaus, 57, of Queensbury, New York, claimed a $1 million prize from the 200X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about New York woman plans to pay off her brother’s house after becoming a millionaire
Managing Entities Report More than 270,000 Telehealth Appointments Since Start of Pandemic
The Florida Association of Managing Entities reports that one year after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, providers in Florida’s behavioral health safety net system have conducted 277,905 telehealth appointments. [Read more…] about Managing Entities Report More than 270,000 Telehealth Appointments Since Start of Pandemic
Safe & Healthy Big Bend Deploys Public Service Announcements to Educate Communities on COVID-19
The Safe & Healthy Big Bend Initiative, a united effort of Big Bend community leaders in local government, health care, education, business, and the faith community, this week launched a series of public service announcements (PSAs) on COVID-19 and its impact on the region. [Read more…] about Safe & Healthy Big Bend Deploys Public Service Announcements to Educate Communities on COVID-19
Two Disabilities Advocates Receive Top State Award
Two Florida residents from Tampa Bay and South Florida have received the annual Idelio Valdes Leadership and Advocacy Award, the state’s top honor recognizing an individual with a developmental disability. [Read more…] about Two Disabilities Advocates Receive Top State Award
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
By Tim Brown
Abigail Jackson has an important job these days when everyone is doing what they can do stay safe and well. [Read more…] about Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
Tampa Businessman Tom Gaitens To Serve As Executive Director Of Florida Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse
Florida Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (FL CALA) today announced that Tampa Bay businessman, Tom Gaitens has agreed to serve as state executive director. [Read more…] about Tampa Businessman Tom Gaitens To Serve As Executive Director Of Florida Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse
FAMU Lawson Center Expands Hours, Residents Age 50 and Over Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccines
The Florida A&M University Al Lawson Center COVID-19 vaccination site extends its hours of operations as the state widens the list of those eligible to receive vaccines. [Read more…] about FAMU Lawson Center Expands Hours, Residents Age 50 and Over Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccines
Critical Skills for the Future Workforce
By Leah Johnson
If you conduct a search for critical future workforce skills, words like “resilience,” “adaptability,” and “critical thinking” will undoubtedly appear pretty high in your results. [Read more…] about Critical Skills for the Future Workforce
