Gulf Coast Dispatch

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that 176 additional schools in Florida have been awarded the Purple Star School of Distinction designation for their support of military families.

Today, Common Cause Florida reviewed its achievements for the year in protecting democracy and ensuring fair elections across the state.

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a judicial appointment to the Second District Court of Appeal.

Port Logistics Refrigerated Service (PLRS) has introduced a new Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 Mobile Harbor Crane at Port Tampa Bay.

Attorney General Ashley Moody has urged the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to reduce regulatory burdens on Florida families recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Celebrity Equinox has made history as the first Celebrity Cruises ship to dock at Port Canaveral, a major cruise hub in Central Florida.

Port Canaveral has expanded its fleet with the addition of the Caribbean Princess from Princess Cruises.

Port Tampa Bay, the largest and most diverse seaport in Florida, has significantly increased its economic impact on the region.

Florida's commitment to maintaining high standards and accountability in education has positioned it as a national leader.

Canaveral Port Authority CEO Capt.

SeaPort Manatee is enhancing its cargo-handling operations with the addition of two new Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 mobile harbor cranes.

PortMiami and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) have reached an agreement approved by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners.

Preliminary figures for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, indicate that Port Everglades has achieved significant growth in cruise, cargo, and petroleum volumes, leading to record revenues.

As the year comes to a close, Florida's ports have reported significant achievements.

Port partner Arcadia Cold has inaugurated a new cold storage facility in Jacksonville, marking the latest addition to the region's infrastructure aimed at meeting increasing consumer demand for frozen and chilled food.

JAXPORT is set to expand its global connections in 2025, following the dissolution of the 2M Alliance.

Steve Johnson, Chairman of the Florida Citrus Commission, expressed optimism about the future of the citrus industry despite its challenges over the past two decades.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed the annual Battle of the Bulge Day proclamation.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has announced the closure of the recreational harvest of lane snapper in Florida Gulf state waters.

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced appointments to the Construction Industry Licensing Board.