The campaign season is in full swing with the largest field of local, state and federal candidates on the ballot in many years. Some of the increase is attributable to the effects of the Fair Districts amendment, which redrew the congressional and Senate districts leading to all seats being open. Judicial, state attorney and public Read more about From the Capitol[…]
Don’t forget to stock up on school supplies this weekend during the back-to-school sales tax holiday. It runs Friday, August 5th to Sunday, August 7th. For details, go here.
Governor Scott appointments: Executive Office of the Governor McKinley Lewis will serve as Governor Scott’s deputy communications director. McKinley previously served as spokesperson for the Florida Department of Corrections. He replaces John Tupps. Florida Department of Health Dr. Celeste Philip has been named surgeon general. Philip was named acting surgeon general since March, when Dr. Read more about Movers and Shakers[…]
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDING State and local governments have reached a settlement in regards to multiple lawsuits they filed against Digital Domain, a visual effects film studio awarded $20 million in economic incentive monies in 2009. The company, which has declared bankruptcy, will pay the State $5 million, of which $2 million will go to attorney Read more about Legal Updates[…]
Florida Ports Council Niki McKinnell has been named vice president of public affairs of the Council. McKinnel previously worked at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and will replace Jennifer Krell. Floridians for Better Transportation Denver Stutler has been appointed chair of Floridians for Better Transportation. Stutler is chief executive officer of Read more about Movers and Shakers[…]