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Florida’s Hurricane Dilemma: Time to Face the True Cost of Paradise
As a long-time Florida resident and former State Representative, I've witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of hurricanes on our beautiful state. From Andrew to Michael, these storms have reshaped our landscape, our economy, and our very way of life. Yet, despite...
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U.S. Sugar distributes 5,000 backpacks to students in Hendry and Palm Beach Counties
U.S. Sugar distributed nearly 5,000 backpacks filled with school supplies and uniforms to students in Hendry and Palm Beach counties through a community-driven back-to-school initiative. U.S. Sugar announced on Friday that it distributed nearly 5,000 backpacks filled...
OneBlood resumes normal distribution of blood to hospitals
Orlando-based non-profit OneBlood has resumed normal blood distribution to over 250 hospitals in Florida after restoring its critical software system following a ransomware attack that disrupted operations in late July. Orlando-based non-profit blood center OneBlood...
Hurricane Debby ‘manageable’ for insurers
Hurricane Debby is expected to result in insured losses of $1 billion to $2 billion, mainly from wind and flood damage, but many inland homeowners without flood insurance could face significant out-of-pocket costs. Hurricane Debby is expected to be a "very manageable...
Inter Miami stadium project gets $8M
Governor Ron DeSantis announced an $8 million allocation from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to improve infrastructure around Miami Freedom Park, a $1 billion development and future home of Inter Miami. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the allocation of $8 million from...
Sen. Rick Scott introduces bill to ease homeowners insurance costs
Sen. Rick Scott introduced the Homeowners Premium Tax Reduction Act to allow an annual tax deduction of up to $10,000 for homeowners insurance premiums, aiming to reduce the financial strain on homeowners amid continually rising insurance costs. Sen. Rick Scott...
Republican attorneys general coalesce in support of federal TikTok ban
(The Center Square) — Republican attorneys general from 21 states, led by the attorneys general of Montana and Virginia, submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia defending the federal law banning TikTok in the U.S. President...
State of Florida increases food bank reimbursements for locally-grown protein-rich foods
Florida’s Department of Agriculture, in partnership with Feeding Florida, has increased reimbursement rates for food banks purchasing Florida-grown beef, eggs, and dairy to help source more protein-rich foods. Florida’s Department of Agriculture announced on Thursday...
Backroom briefing: schoolyard brawls
TALLAHASSEE --- In what could be the last round of non-partisan school board races in Florida, expect Republicans and Democrats to use school board results in the Aug. 20 primaries to say they have momentum heading into the November general election. Gov. Ron DeSantis...
Jimmy Patronis implements consumer protection measures following Hurricane Debby
Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis issued an emergency order extending the rescission period for public adjuster contracts to 30 days and mandating prompt communication and clear identification from claims representatives to protect consumers during Florida's...
CDC: Teen marijuana use declining in legalized cannabis states
On the heels of the American Medical Association's official stance in favor of decriminalizing drug use, the Centers for Disease Control released a study showing teen marijuana usage decreased in states where cannabis is legal. New data from the federal government...
CSU slightly lowers named storm forecast for 2024 hurricane season, maintains active outlook
CSU's revised forecast for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicts 23 named storms, down from 25, but still anticipates an extremely active season with 12 hurricanes and six major hurricanes. The Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project updated...
Florida recreational marijuana initiative has raised $66M
(The Center Square) – Proponents of ballot initiatives that would legalize recreational marijuana and enshrine abortion rights in the Florida constitution have raised millions. The two initiatives are among six that will appear on the Nov. 5 ballot and will require a...
Wilton Simpson announces new loan program for farmers impacted by Hurricane Debby
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced a new $75 million Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program offering up to $500,000 in low-interest and interest-free loans to farmers affected by Hurricane Debby. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton...
State officials warn port over changes
The state has warned Port Canaveral leaders that they are putting at risk current and future infrastructure money if they don’t reverse dock plans that appear to favor cruise ships over the space industry. In a letter Friday, Department of Commerce Secretary J. Alex...
Insurer looks to resume new policies
Heritage Property & Casualty Insurance Co. plans to resume writing new homeowners’ policies in Florida and the Northeast after halting sales in late 2022 due to market conditions, citing recent legislative changes and a stabilized reinsurance market. After it...
Pro-gun group challenges Florida open carry ban
A pro-gun rights group filed a federal lawsuit challenging Florida's ban on openly carrying firearms, arguing it violates the Second and Fourteenth Amendments. A pro-gun rights group filed a federal lawsuit on Tuesday challenging Florida's ban on openly carrying...
Gov. DeSantis endorses Mike Haridopolos for Congress
Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed former state Senate President Mike Haridopolos for Florida's 8th Congressional District, highlighting his conservative leadership and pledge to focus on border security. Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed former state Senate President Mike...
Five Senate primaries to watch
When they go to the polls Aug. 20, Democratic primary voters in the Orlando area will decide the winner of one Florida Senate seat, while voters in other parts of the state will set the final slate of Senate candidates for the November elections. The primary elections...
Florida Medical Association names Dr. Lisa Cosgrove as 148th President
The Florida Medical Association (FMA) announced Dr. Lisa A. Cosgrove, a retired pediatrician with extensive leadership experience in Florida's medical community, as its 148th President. The Florida Medical Association (FMA) announced Lisa A. Cosgrove as its 148th...
John Morgan challenges Rep. Tom Leek to debate over insurance law changes
Attorney and Democrat donor John Morgan has challenged State Senate candidate Rep. Tom Leek to a debate, criticizing Leek's role in changes to Florida's homeowners' insurance laws and alleging that these changes favor insurance companies at the expense of homeowners....
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