Gulf Coast Dispatch

FloridaCommerce has reported an increase in private sector employment in the West Palm Beach metro area, with 800 jobs added over the year as of January 2025.

FloridaCommerce reported that the Miami metro area experienced significant job growth in January 2025, leading all metro areas in the trade, transportation and utilities sector with an addition of 7,400 jobs.

FloridaCommerce has reported that the Tampa metro area achieved significant job growth, securing the third-highest number of private sector jobs among all metro areas over the year in January 2025.

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida's labor force surpassed 11.1 million in January 2025, highlighting the state's economic growth.

FloridaCommerce has reported that the Orlando metro area achieved the highest increase in private sector jobs over the year as of January 2025 among all metro areas.

FloridaCommerce has reported an increase in the labor force across Southwest Florida by more than 3,000 in January 2025 compared to the previous year.

As spring arrives, Florida's wildlife becomes more active, prompting the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to remind residents and visitors how to minimize conflicts and aid in conservation efforts.

The Florida Department of Education has announced that the state has achieved the highest score on the 2025 EdChoice Friedman Index.

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a $2 million award to the Manatee County Port Authority, intended for infrastructure improvements at SeaPort Manatee.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is urging residents to prepare for the upcoming bat maternity season, which runs from April 16 to August 14.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming license-free freshwater fishing weekend organized by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced two appointments to the Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court.

FloridaCommerce is urging homeowners to apply for the Hurricane Ian Housing Repair and Replacement Program before the deadline on March 31, 2025.

The American crocodile, once facing severe population declines due to hunting and habitat loss in Florida, has seen a significant recovery.

On February 13, 2025, Senator Geraldine Thompson passed away at the age of 76.

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) marked its 5th Annual Emergency Management Day at the Florida Capitol.

Governor Ron DeSantis has allocated $1.5 million to Winter Haven to enhance rail access at the Central Florida Integrated Logistics Park through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund.

WINTER HAVEN, Fla.—Governor Ron DeSantis has allocated $1.5 million to Winter Haven to enhance rail access at the Central Florida Integrated Logistics Park.

The Florida Legislature began its Regular Session on March 4, which will run until May 2.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a youth freshwater fishing derby at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area in Lakeland.