Gulf Coast Dispatch

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is scheduled to meet in person on May 21-22 at the College of Central Florida, The Ewers Century Center, Klein Conference Center, Building 40, located at 3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FL...

Florida TaxWatch is set to honor the 2024-25 Principal Leadership Awards (PLA) winners at a luncheon on May 14 during its Spring Board Meeting at The Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota.

Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced the arrest of two individuals in connection with a Medicaid transportation fraud scheme in Florida.

The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network has announced its economic impact results for 2024, showcasing significant contributions to the state's economy.

George Feijoo, a partner at Floridian Partners, said that House Bill 1551 shifts risk to consumers and threatens recent efforts to stabilize Florida's insurance market.

In Gainesville, Florida, the 256th Medical Company Area Support (MCAS) recently completed a field training exercise named Operation Mustang.

FloridaCommerce has introduced a new Broadband Grant Registration Portal to facilitate the application process for upcoming broadband grant programs.

The Florida legislature has decided to extend its session until June 6, rather than adjourning on May 2 as initially planned.

In a significant development for Florida Rising, one of the state's largest independent political organizations, Victricia Simmons has been appointed as the new Executive Director.

Governor Ron DeSantis has made several new appointments and reappointments to the Florida Citrus Commission, ensuring a full panel for the upcoming meeting on May 21.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will conduct aquatic plant control at Lake Tohopekaliga in Osceola County.

Caterpillars of the rare frosted elfin butterfly were released in north Florida as part of an initiative to reintroduce the species in the area.

Florida Air National Guardsmen from the 290th Joint Communications Support Squadron (JCSS) showcased their expeditionary capabilities during Contingency Response Force validations held at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria from May 3-7, 2025.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has chosen to withdraw the consideration of a Springs Protection Zone (SPZ) at Silver Glen Springs from its agenda for the upcoming Commission meeting in May, in Ocala.

The recent conclusion of the 2025 Florida Regular Legislative Session has resulted in the passage of various initiatives aligned with priorities set by the Florida Chamber of Commerce.

The Florida Senate has given its approval for Rodney Barreto to continue his role with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Attorney General James Uthmeier's office has charged three individuals with possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) following a statewide operation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).

Florida lawmakers passed HB1205, legislation that substantially restricts the citizen-led amendment process, on the final day of their legislative session.

Ryan Jones, a partner at Traub Lieberman, has expressed concerns regarding a proposed insurance bill that he believes would undermine longstanding legal standards and result in higher premiums for Florida homeowners.

Darren Craft, founder of Worth Insurance, said reciprocal insurance exchanges offer policyholders collective ownership and potential cost savings over traditional insurers.