By Trimmel Gomes/Florida News Connection
TALLAHASSEE - After decades of speculation, rumors - and even some evidence that was initially ignored - an archaeological investigation confirms dozens …
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12/26/19
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Focus on the Legislature
By John Haughey | The Center Square
Florida Rep. Javier Fernández, D-Miami, has filed a 2020 bill that would require applicants to complete firearms training and …
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12/9/19
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By John Haughey | The Center Square
Gov. Ron DeSantis will push lawmakers to follow through with funding he has requested in his Fiscal Year 2021 budget request for springs restoration and to …
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9/20/19
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By John Haughey | The Center Square
A month after a proposed constitutional amendment to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was withdrawn from the 2020 ballot, a South Florida …
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9/7/19
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There are continuously new laws being put into action to better the community -- and with the start of July came several new laws and regulations in Florida. So let's take a look at a few of the new …
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7/16/19
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By Victoria Shineman, University of Pittsburgh
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a measure approved by state lawmakers that makes the restoration of voting rights for people convicted of …
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7/1/19
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Opinion
Focus on the Legislature
By Karson Turner/ Florida Association of Counties (FAC) President and a Hendry County Commissioner
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks—or, so …
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2/27/19
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Focus on Florida: The Legislature
In today's schools, there are several groups of people who have the job of making sure students are safe, happy, and learning efficiently. In fact, besides …
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12/13/18
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The VOICE of the Florida Legislature
From the office of State Rep. Jennifer Sullivan
State Sen. Randolph Bracy
State Representative Jennifer Sullivan is holding two Post-Session Town …
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4/11/18
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The VOICE of the Florida Legislature
From the office of State Rep. Jennifer Sullivan
State Sen. Randolph Bracy
State Representative Jennifer Sullivan is holding two Post-Session Town …
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3/23/18
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Focus on Florida
Corcoran looking for the trifecta of "corporate welfare" crackdowns
By William Patrick of Watchdog.com
Florida House Speaker Richard Corcoran is winning – bigly.
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3/10/17
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Focus on Florida
Task force would seek to remake Florida’s criminal justice system
By William Patrick of Watchdog.org
Florida’s state lawmakers increasingly are embracing criminal …
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2/19/17
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Focus on Florida:
Tallahassee treading lightly on controversial topic
By William Patrick of Watchdog.org
Ban fracking, for the children.
That was the emotional appeal made by …
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1/25/17
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Proposed legislation could break cycle of debt for many in Florida’s legal system
By William Patrick of Watchdog.org
It’s a vicious circle: Poor people who can’t afford their …
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1/20/17
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Florida’s Move Over law protects first responders and service vehicles
In 2016, there were more than 200 crashes that occurred and 5,518 citations issued for failure to move over in Florida.
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1/12/17
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...Offers Constituent Outreach
If you live north of 441 you are most likely in District 31 and Jennifer Sullivan is your State Representative in Tallahassee .
Representative Sullivan …
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1/12/17
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The Apopka Family Faith Food Festival has it all - food, fun, fellowship and gospel music. Oh, and one other thing - a panel of pastors and a county commissioner talking candidly about issues facing …
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1/4/17
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The St. Johns River Water Management District’s Lake Apopka North Shore has become one of the premier locations to observe birds in the southeastern United States. From Jan. 20–22 it will set the …
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1/3/17
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Part One:
Task Force provides the challenges, solutions and passion it takes to succeed
What could $1.8 million do in South Apopka?
Could it change the culture of violence and improve …
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12/29/16
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Opinion
By Greg Jackson, Esq.
Now that the Apopka Task Force on Violence Biopsy, a comprehensive report with specific recommendations to address violence in Apopka -- the second largest …
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12/26/16
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Birdapalooza returns to Magnolia Park in January
From The St. John's River Water Water Management District
During three days in January, birds will take center stage at the Lake Apopka …
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12/15/16
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From The UCF Incubator at Apopka
The UCF Business Incubation Program was recently selected as a network partner by Veterans Florida to offer this statewide Veteran Florida Entrepreneurship …
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12/9/16
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Pilot Program Offers Fresh Food to Low-Income Residents
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, in conjunction with the West Orange Health District, is launching a three-year pilot program …
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11/21/16
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Representative Jennifer Sullivan Offers Constituent Outreach
If you live north of 441 you are most likely in District 31 and Jennifer Sullivan is your State Representative in Tallahassee .
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11/17/16
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By Ossa Fisher
Earlier this month, the Florida Department of Education announced that Istation has been approved as an accepted alternate assessment for determining third grade promotion. The …
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11/15/16
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