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Bass boat giveaway highlights TrophyCatch's commitment to conservation

One lucky angler will soon be the recipient of a brand-new bass boat package during a live drawing at the Bobby Lane High School Cup Bass Fishing Tournament in Lake Wales on December 7.
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Flags to fly at half-staff for three fallen officers in Palm Beach County

On November 22, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Corporal Luis Paez and Deputy Sheriff Ralph Waller.

Casey DeSantis honors young patient at Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

First Lady Casey DeSantis participated in a Thanksgiving Turkey Trot event to raise awareness for pediatric cancer and honor Griffin Anderson, a young child battling Ewing's sarcoma.

Flounder fishing season reopens with specific size and bag limits

The recreational harvest of flounder in Florida's state and federal waters is set to resume on December 1.

D-SNAP assistance available for four Florida counties after recent hurricanes

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) has announced the opening of Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) locations in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, and Taylor counties.

Florida's snook harvest season closes in December across different regions

The recreational snook harvest season in Florida is set to close on December 1 for the west coast regions, including Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, Charlotte Harbor, and Southwest.

Florida recovers stolen gold coins worth $1M from historic shipwreck

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has successfully recovered 37 gold coins that were stolen from the 1715 Fleet shipwrecks.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission plans December meeting in Lakeland

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is scheduled to hold a meeting on December 11-12 at the RP Funding Center’s Sikes Hall in Lakeland, Florida.

FWC enhances habitat at Fisheating Creek WMA starting December

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will undertake a project to enhance habitat and improve public access in the Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area in Glades County.

Governor DeSantis announces additional funding for Florida's military-supporting infrastructure

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced an additional $2.1 million in funding for military-supporting infrastructure in Florida through the Defense Reinvestment Grant Program.

Casey DeSantis announces second annual toy drive for foster families

Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the launch of the second annual 'Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive' aimed at supporting foster families, Hope Florida participants, and other families in need across Florida during this holiday season.

Casey DeSantis announces second annual holiday toy drive for needy families

First Lady Casey DeSantis has announced the launch of the second annual 'Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive' in Tallahassee, Florida.

Governor DeSantis appoints Joseph Zimmerman to Nassau County School Board

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Joseph Zimmerman to the School Board of Nassau County.

DeSantis appoints three members to Florida's Barbers' Board

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of three individuals to the Barbers’ Board.

Florida sets attendance record at annual charter school conference

Last week, the Florida Department of Education organized the 2024 Annual Charter School Conference and School Choice Summit in Orlando.

Governor DeSantis appoints new member to Baker County School Board

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Emil “Clayton” Lyons to the School Board of Baker County.

Florida sets special election dates for Congressional District Six

Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 24-263, setting the dates for a special election in Florida's 6th Congressional District.

DeSantis extends Gulf Red Snapper fishing season by 17 days

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced an extension to the 2024 Gulf Red Snapper recreational season, adding 17 more days for fishing.

DeSantis appoints two new judges to Orange County Court

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced two appointments to the Orange County Court.

Special election set in Florida's First Congressional District

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the dates for a special election to fill the vacancy in Florida's First Congressional District.