TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Roberto Diaz, Rylan Douthett, Geoffrey Fraser, Dr. Amit Rastogi, and Thomas Sabatino to the Health Care Innovation Council.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced a significant milestone for its TrophyCatch program, marking the approval of 15,000 trophy bass catches.
PALM HARBOR, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis spoke at the Palm Harbor 9/11 Memorial Ceremony to honor the memories of those lost in the attacks on September 11th, 2001.
As fall approaches, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding residents that the state's black bears are increasing their activity in search of food before winter. Following BearWise® practices such as securing garbage and removing food attractants can help prevent negative interactions with bears and other wildlife.
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is urging businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters in Florida affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes on May 10 to apply for physical damage disaster loans before the Oct. 7 deadline.
The fall red snapper season for private recreational anglers and state for-hire operations in the Gulf of Mexico will be open on specific weekends from September 1 through November 30.
With hunting season approaching, the urgency of addressing chronic wasting disease (CWD) continues as a primary concern for hunters and property owners in the Florida Panhandle. CWD is a contagious, fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk, moose, and caribou. Last year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) confirmed Florida’s first known case of CWD in a white-tailed deer in Holmes County and has since implemented new rules and regulations to control its spread. This disease poses significant economic and environmental risks for Florida’s...
Closed sales of existing single-family homes statewide totaled 23,353, up 5.2% year-over-year, while existing condo-townhouse sales totaled 8,364, down 1.2% over July 2023, according to data from Florida Realtors Research Department in partnership with local Realtor boards/associations. Closed sales may occur from 30 to 90-plus days after sales contracts are written.
Tallahassee, Fla., August 20, 2024 – Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. announced the Florida Department of Education Model Policy for the Volunteer School Chaplain Program.
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced the launch of its 2024-25 Great Outdoors Initiative. This initiative aims to expand public access, increase outdoor activities, and provide new lodging options across Florida's state parks. The effort underscores the state's commitment to conservation, the outdoor recreation economy, and enhancing the quality of life for Floridians.
The sound of cannon fire filled the air as the 17th annual commemoration of the end of the Second Seminole War was celebrated at St. Francis Barracks, Florida, on August 17, 2024. The ceremony is a yearly tradition hosted by the Florida National Guard to honor fallen participants of the Florida Seminole War.
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida's unemployment rate has been lower than the national rate for 45 consecutive months. In July 2024, Florida's statewide unemployment rate was 3.3%, which was one percentage point lower than the national rate of 4.3%. Additionally, Florida's private sector employment grew by 201,500 jobs (+2.3%) over the year since July 2023, outpacing the national rate of 1.5% over the same period.
Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of six individuals to the Electrical Contractors Licensing Board. The appointees are Douglas Bassett, Rafael Echarri, Robert Lombardo, Kevin McElroy, Donald Smith Jr., and Clarence Tibbs.
FloridaCommerce has awarded more than $11 million to 15 local education, workforce, and community development partners across Florida through the ConnectedFlorida’s Digital Connectivity Technology Program (DCTP). These funds aim to enhance broadband internet access and support digital literacy, education, training, mentorship, and employment opportunities in various communities.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Aug. 13, 2024) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, announced the second round of legislative endorsements from NFIB Florida’s PAC. The PAC is comprised of NFIB Florida members from throughout the state.