Gulf Coast Dispatch

In Tallahassee, Florida, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) announced Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center as the winner of its 2025 Long Term Care Photo Contest.

The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Educational Foundation (FRLAEF) has announced the achievements of Florida teams at the 2025 National ProStart Invitational, organized by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF).

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

The recent legislative session in Florida saw significant engagement from the agricultural community, highlighting the ongoing efforts to support rural development.

Eleven farm families from various counties in Florida have been acknowledged for their commitment to sustainability.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) is updating all Basin Management Action Plans (BMAP) by July 1, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced its intention to withdraw from the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement.

In late 2021, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) introduced proposed changes to trapping regulations.

The American Farm Bureau Federation recently announced the winners of its 2025 Communications Awards during the annual Communications Conference.

The Florida Legislature has advanced the Emily Adkins Family Protection Act, a bipartisan measure designed to enhance emergency care procedures, training, and patient screening for life-threatening blood clots, including pulmonary embolisms.

In the real estate industry, Sandy Kishton has established herself as a dedicated agent with a keen focus on building relationships and community involvement.

SageSure announced that reciprocal exchanges can provide lower premiums and maintain affordability, even with a surplus contribution.

The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) has announced that its CEO, Emmett Reed, has been included in the inaugural 50 Over 50 list created by the News Service of Florida.

SeaPort Manatee, positioned at the entrance to Tampa Bay, is Southwest Florida’s main deepwater port, managing a range of bulk and project cargos.

Port Tampa Bay recently marked the maiden call of the vessel SEASPAN LIMA, inaugurating Maersk’s new America Shuttle 2 service.

Newly elected Congressman Jimmy Patronis has been appointed to the United States House of Representatives Standing Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Pensacola's mayor, D.C. Reeves, has announced the appointment of Lance Scott as the new Director of the Port of Pensacola.

The Florida Ports Council is actively building momentum in maritime operations, focusing on international partnerships and legislative engagement.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District, in collaboration with the Canaveral Port Authority (CPA), provided U.S. Representative Mike Haridopolos a tour of projects valued at over $150 million.