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Local
1 year ago
Florida renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America following executive order

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission implements official name change in compliance with President Trump’s executive order, impacting maps, regulations, and state resources.

State
1 year ago
Florida bill would create searchable database of animal abusers

“When I heard it, I just started crying — I’m still crying,” said Lilly Baron, president of the SPCA of Ocala, praising a proposed Florida bill that would create a public database of convicted animal abusers.

State
1 year ago
DeSantis unveils 2025-26 budget to boost Florida’s conservation, boating, and outdoor recreation

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ new budget plan invests in fish and wildlife conservation, public boat ramps, artificial reefs, and law enforcement to enhance outdoor recreation and economic growth.

Local
1 year ago
Stay at the scene: Florida’s hit-and-run campaign highlights legal and safety consequences

Florida’s FLHSMV urges drivers to stay at the scene of traffic crashes, emphasizing legal penalties, safety risks, and the importance of accountability in its annual hit-and-run awareness campaign

Elections
1 year ago
Jimmy Patronis, Randy Fine win GOP primaries in Florida special elections to replace Gaetz, Waltz

Patronis secures GOP nomination in Florida’s 1st District, while Fine advances in the 6th District, which includes part of Marion County, as Republicans aim to maintain control in Congress.

National
1 year ago
Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving Trump the first member of his Cabinet

The Senate unanimously confirmed Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State with a 99-0 vote, making him the first Latino to hold the position and the first confirmed member of President Trump’s new Cabinet following his return to the White House.

State
2 years ago
Florida Attorney General and UF graduate Ashley Moody will fill Marco Rubio’s Senate seat

The appointment will make Moody only the second woman to represent Florida in the chamber.

Community
2 years ago
Former Florida governor and Ocala native Buddy MacKay’s funeral scheduled for Jan. 15

Celebration of life to be held at Fort King Presbyterian Church, with donations encouraged in lieu of flowers.

State
2 years ago
Florida’s social media ban for minors set to begin Jan. 1, 2025

The groundbreaking law aims to protect children under 16 from online risks, sparking both praise and legal challenges.

State
2 years ago
12 new Florida laws to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025

New regulations focus on social media use, voter safeguards, first responder protections, and financial exploitation prevention.

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