by Caden DeLisa | Jun 13, 2024
Boeing will open a new engineering facility at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University this fall, focusing on military aircraft and advanced technology, with plans to hire 200 engineers this year. Boeing is set to open a new engineering facility within the Cici &...
by News Service of Florida | Jun 13, 2024
Florida’s citrus industry, while seeing slight improvements in orange crop projections, remains severely impacted by past hurricane damage and citrus greening, with current production forecasts significantly lower than historical averages. With one leader saying...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 13, 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for five Florida counties due to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall, authorizing emergency measures and activating the National Guard to assist with the response efforts. Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an Executive Order...
by News Service of Florida | Jun 13, 2024
Governor Ron DeSantis signed a $116.5 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, vetoing nearly $1 billion in spending. Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a $116.5 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, after vetoing close to $950 million in spending...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 12, 2024
The 2024-25 Florida state budget includes $346 million for energy-efficiency improvements to lower electricity bills for residents, support home upgrades, provide appliance rebates, and enhance weatherization programs, drawing praise from clean energy advocates. The...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 12, 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ 2024-25 veto list cut approximately $98 million from Florida’s higher education sector. Gov. Ron DeSantis’ vetoes in the 2024-25 state budget has hit Florida’s higher education sector, cutting millions from proposed university...