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A.G. GancarskiSeptember 17, 2015

After an hour and a half of discussion, the Jacksonville Planning Commission bucked the wishes of the Curry administration members in the audience, and elected Lisa King as Chairwoman Elect. On Thursday at noon, the Jacksonville Planning Commission nominating committee met, preceding the regular 1:00 p.m. meeting. The principal drama looming over the event: the attempts […]

Drew WilsonSeptember 17, 2015

An incentives deal with mega-retailer Wal-Mart will bring 625 jobs and a pair of new warehouses to Polk County, Gov. Rick Scott announced Thursday. “I’m proud to announce that Wal-Mart will be creating 625 new jobs at their new e-commerce facilities in Polk County,” Scott said. “Because of our work to create a business-friendly environment, […]

Melissa RossSeptember 17, 2015

With crime, punishment and juvenile justice very much on the minds of local and regional policymakers, an upcoming resource fair aimed at coordinating ways to keep youngsters out of trouble is an idea that’s being embraced in Jacksonville. The Juvenile Justice and Youth Services Fair will take place Wednesday in the second-floor jury assembly room […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 17, 2015

Ahead of Thursday’s surprisingly dramatic Jacksonville Planning Commission meeting, in which Commissioners Lisa King and Joey McKinnon, who have been asked to resign, in fact intend to show up and fulfill their duties, a couple of things are clear after conversations Florida Politics had with the mayor and several Council members on Thursday morning. Jacksonville […]

Frank TorresSeptember 17, 2015

Businessman and veteran Paul Paulson released a new ad in the Orlando Mayoral race, which aired during the second Republican presidential debate Wednesday night, introducing him to the community he hopes to represent. Paulson is challenging incumbent Buddy Dyer for re-election. “From the people, not the powerful,” the 30-second spot, mentions Paulson’s military service prior to coming to […]

Frank TorresSeptember 17, 2015

Wednesday night, the Seminole County Republican Executive Committee held a watch party for the second GOP presidential debate in Casselberry. A straw poll followed the three-hour affair, which laid out clear favorites among viewers in one of Florida’s most consistently Republican counties. Participants liked former Hewlett-Packard CEO Carly Fiorina, who made her first appearance among top-tiered candidates. She […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 17, 2015

In Jacksonville politics, the mood in recent months has been the Era of Good Feeling. The budget process went as smoothly as could be hoped during the Finance Committee meetings of August. A lot of positive momentum was in play. As the board removals and replacements have mounted in Jacksonville’s independent commissions and boards in recent weeks, there […]

Drew WilsonSeptember 16, 2015

House District 52 hopeful Brian Hodgers crossed the six-figure mark in fundraising after a $18,100 haul last month, and the Melbourne Republican didn’t waste any time touting his advantage over the other two candidates in the race. “We are so grateful and encouraged by the support we are receiving from our community,” Hodgers said in […]

Frank TorresSeptember 16, 2015

Spring Hill Congressman Rich Nugent endorsed Sandy Adams in the 6th Congressional District race on Wednesday, in her bid to return to Washington to represent the people in the seat that consists of parts of Volusia and St. Johns counties. In an open letter Nugent complimented Adams for her body of work. “Sandy has dedicated […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 16, 2015

The Lenny Curry administration may want Lisa King off the Jacksonvile Planning Commission, but she has no intention of going. So it looks like Curry has a scrap on his hands. Florida Politics obtained a letter from King to Mayor Curry telling him, “I respectfully decline to resign from the Planning Commission.” “I am convinced […]

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Trevor Lawrence completed eight of 10 passes for 76 yards and a touchdown Sunday.

Jacksonville Planning Commission bucks Lenny Curry, chooses Lisa King as Chair-elect

Wal-Mart announces two Polk County e-commerce sites, 625 jobs

Jax Youth Justice Fair brings groups together to “save kids from the system”

Despite criticism on Planning Commission moves, Lenny Curry stands ground, with Council support

Paul Paulson airs new ad in Orlando mayor race during GOP debate

Seminole Republicans favor Carly Fiorina, Donald Trump after 2nd GOP debate

The civics lesson of the Lisa King and Joey McKinnon situation

HD 52 hopeful Brian Hodgers crosses six-figure mark in fundraising

Rich Nugent endorses Sandy Adams in CD 6

Lisa King refuses to quit Jax planning panel; showdown with mayor imminent