Gulf Coast Dispatch

Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) has announced that its Secretary, Isis Fernandez, has been chosen by the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) as a future leader in long term and post-acute care.

The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) has expressed approval for the Florida Legislature's decision to increase Medicaid funding significantly.

Florida Realtors have announced that they awarded $233,000 in scholarships this year through their Education Foundation Student Scholarship Program.

The Port Putnam Logo Contest concluded with the announcement of its winners, highlighting student creativity and community collaboration.

The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) has announced that Massy Distribution USA, a distributor of grocery and retail products, has joined Northeast Florida’s Foreign Trade Zone No. 64.

The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) recently marked the arrival of Maersk's Seaspan Montevideo, a significant vessel as part of the new Gemini Cooperation.

The Canaveral Harbor Sand Bypass Project has been recognized as one of the "Best Restored Beaches" by The American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA).

Port Canaveral, situated on Florida's East Coast, is a key deep-water seaport connecting commerce across the state and southeastern United States.

Port Everglades has generated nearly $28.1 billion in economic activity for Fiscal Year 2024, marking a 6% increase from the previous year.

Everglades Company Terminal, Inc. (ECT) has finalized a 10-year Marine Terminal Lease and Operating Agreement with Broward County, reinforcing Port Everglades' role as a key economic contributor in South Florida.

PortMiami has once again been recognized as the Best Cruise Port by Global Traveler magazine, marking its third consecutive win in the publication's 13th Annual Leisure Lifestyle Awards.

The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) has introduced a new hurricane preparedness webpage to aid residents, families, and emergency partners in understanding long-term care emergency preparedness.

Florida Realtors are highlighting June as National Homeownership Month, emphasizing the role of realtors in promoting housing opportunities and supporting individuals in achieving homeownership.

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) has expressed approval for Governor Ron DeSantis's recent signing of Senate Bill 606, aimed at protecting hotels from nonpaying guests.

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award.

The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) recently recognized outstanding nurses in Florida during the Excellence in Long Term Care Nursing Award Ceremony at its annual Nurse Leadership Program held in Bonita Springs.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall has voiced concerns regarding the resumption of immigration enforcement on farms and ranches.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has announced the release of Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) payments to support livestock producers impacted by drought or wildfire in 2023 and 2024.

The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is actively engaged in international agricultural research to support Florida farmers.