by Capitolist Staff | Nov 19, 2025
The University of Florida (UF) on Wednesday announced a $5.5 million gift from Kenneth C. Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel and founder of Griffin Catalyst, to support the Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education. The donation is the largest in the Hamilton...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 18, 2025
State Rep. Kevin Steele, a Republican from Pasco County and one of the Legislature’s wealthiest members, has filed to run for Florida Chief Financial Officer, setting up a GOP primary challenge against incumbent CFO Blaise Ingoglia in the 2026 election cycle. Steele,...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 18, 2025
Samantha Scott will become the next state representative for House District 52 after no candidate filed to run against her before Friday’s qualifying deadline, resulting in her automatic election to the Florida House. The district, which covers Sumter County and part...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 18, 2025
Amscot Financial, one of Florida’s largest nonbank financial service providers, announced a new partnership with Green Dot Corporation to offer full-service, low-cost bank accounts to customers across more than 230 locations in the state. The move will introduce...
by Capitolist Staff | Nov 17, 2025
Florida’s green industry generated nearly $42 billion in total economic impact, according to a new analysis from Farm Credit of Central Florida. The study places the industry’s total output at $41.9 billion, reflecting the combined economic activity of the businesses...
