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Jacob OglesNovember 26, 2018

What type of optimism beats in the heart of a Democrat running to represent The Villages in Congress? Dana Cottrell, a Spring Hill Democrat, already has filed to challenge U.S. Rep. Daniel Webster in Florida’s 11th Congressional District in 2020. The career educator ran this year and lost to the Clermont Republican by more than […]

Jacob OglesNovember 26, 2018

On the great swath of road known as Alligator Alley, a single fire station at mile marker 63 handles wrecks from Collier to Broward County. But since the Department of Transportation opened the facility in 2014, there has been debate over who pays to keep the lights on. A new bill (SB 72) filed by state […]

Jacob OglesNovember 25, 2018

Florida State University President John Thrasher rushed to defend head football coach Willie Taggart Sunday against racist attacks. “A recent racist social media post aimed at our football coach is ignorant and despicable,” Thrasher said in a statement. “I speak for the entire FSU community in expressing our disgust and extreme disappointment, and I am glad […]

Jacob OglesNovember 25, 2018

The holiday season inspires support for those in need, and after being struck this year by a Category 4 hurricane, the Panhandle still qualifies. Gov. Rick Scott this Thanksgiving weekend found himself sending messages of thanks to jurisdictions outside Florida for sending support to the Sunshine State. On Saturday, the Smyrna, Georgia, Police Department delivered […]

Jacob OglesNovember 25, 2018

Many of the political world’s differences erased as leaders rallied instead around the loyalties that truly matter—college football allegiances. But an on-field injury that caused the entire sporting world to pause also led to introspection on the part of pols. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer took note on Friday evening of a major knee injury for […]

Jacob OglesNovember 24, 2018

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Half political statement, half fashion choice, “Make America Great Again” has become much more than a campaign slogan. The red caps adorning the heads of Donald Trump supporters to rallies have become the signature of a movement. But want a cap with festive Christmas lights? Drop $55 at the official campaign store and it’s yours. […]

Jacob OglesNovember 24, 2018

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The 2018 campaign season has barely closed, but some freshman lawmakers already their eyes on re-election. State Sen. Tommy Wright, a New Smyrna Beach Republican, became the first incumbent to already open a campaign account for 2022. He will seek a second term in Florida Senate District 14 after winning his first election over Democrat […]

Jacob OglesNovember 23, 2018

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It would appear Florida lawmakers in both parties left recount season with election reform on the mind. State Rep. Dane Eagle, now the House Republican Leader, lists the issue among his own priorities this year. The Cape Coral lawmaker says changes to the state’s election laws will likely come up during the 2019 Legislative Session after […]

Jacob OglesNovember 20, 2018

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Some of Florida’s biggest gun control advocates saw in Nikki Fried’s Agriculture Commissioner race a victory. “This is a victory for those of us who believe we can do more for gun safety,” wrote Fred Guttenberg, whose daughter Jaime died in the Parkland high school mass shooting in February, on Twitter. “I am honored to […]

Jacob OglesNovember 20, 2018

U.S. Rep. Francis Rooney says a White House decision to stand by Saudi Arabia — despite evidence the Saudi prince had a journalist murdered — will hurt the United States’ reputation around the globe. “I’m concerned about our standing in the world and what it says about the United States,” said the Naples Republican during […]

Jacob Ogles

Dana Cottrell already poised for another long shot congressional run

Who pays for Alligator Alley’s lonely fire station?

John Thrasher defends FSU Coach Willie Taggart after racist attacks

First Responders around state, country celebrated by thankful Panhandle

College Football shows true political partnerships and divisions

Make America Festive Again? MAGA goes from campaign slogan to Christmas decor

These freshmen lawmakers already filed for re-election weeks after winning office.

Dane Eagle hopes both parties agree on election reforms

Gun safety advocates claim victory with Nikki Fried win

Francis Rooney criticizes White House for ignoring Saudi murder of journalist