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Tallahassee — Senator Annette Taddeo today released a statement on the Senate passage of the “Stop Woke Act”. A bill that censors teachings in schools and the workplace which are “divisive” or “harmful”. Senator Taddeo had this to say: “Florida desperately needs leadership. This bill is not what our state needs, what we need is leadership […]
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As the hurricane season officially begins June 1, the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department is prepared to deliver essential services throughout the season. Our staff is committed to providing safe, top-quality drinking water and reliable sewer services to our more than 2.4 million customers year-round. The Department has taken steps to ensure that our resources […]
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Orlando, FL – A Florida man pleaded guilty today to evading his federal income taxes. According to court documents and statements made in court, between 2015 and 2018, Jeffrey Donaldson of Orlando worked as a loan officer for two mortgage companies and made over $750,000 in wages. He submitted to each of his employers false […]
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Tallahassee — Senator Ileana Garcia is proud to announce legislative accomplishments that will positively impact Floridians and protect vulnerable populations. The Senate completed policy work today, and will return to vote on the 2022-23 budget on Monday, March 14, following the constitutionally required cooling off period. Senator Garcia Passed Legislation that Protects Seniors and Children: […]
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North Miami Vice Mayor Mary Estimé-Irvin mourns the loss of musical icon Tina Turner, remembers her mental health perseverance May 24, 2023 North Miami Vice Mayor Mary Estimé-Irvin mourns today’s death of one of the world’s most iconic entertainers and songstresses, Tina Turner, and remembers her as a trailblazer and role model for mental health […]
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Ocala, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the arrest of Eddie Lee Parks, III (24, Orlando) on a one-count indictment charging him with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. If convicted, he is faces a maximum of 15 years in federal prison. According to the indictment, on April 10, 2023, […]
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May 25, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact: Alyson Seligman [email protected] (561) 602-8558 “Find Your Voice” at the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach this Summer with New Programs, Free Lunches and Plentiful Summer Fun In-person and online programming includes summer reading program, children’s summer-kick off party, programs to discover a new hobby plus […]
Orlando, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Oliver Barrington King (44, Deland) has pleaded guilty to theft of government funds. King faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. In addition, King has agreed to forfeit $16,618.91, the amount he obtained as a result of the offense. A sentencing […]
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces that registration for the 2023 Florida Python Challenge® is now open. Participants this year will have the chance to win a share of more than $30,000 in prizes while removing invasive Burmese pythons from the wild. Starting today, those interested in participating in the 2023 Florida Python Challenge® […]
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation to expand motorcycle safety and education opportunities. Senate Bill 838 allocates funding to three not-for-profit organizations to establish a motorcycle safety and education program in order to reduce motorcycle accidents in Florida. “Florida is home to more than 650,000 motorcyclists who are able to ride […]
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