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A.G. GancarskiSeptember 28, 2016

The first annual ‘Champions for Child Safety’ luncheon from the Monique Burr Foundation saw a series of people honored for their past work in protecting children from abuse of all types. However, the main takeaway for many attendees after hearing keynote speaker Erin Merryn likely was a look at an approach to protecting children in the future. Merryn […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 27, 2016

Outside of the Drudge Report poll, most observers agree Monday night’s debate was an inauspicious performance for GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump. In a conversation Tuesday, State Sen. Aaron Bean — a strong supporter of Trump, who even helped to open a campaign headquarters earlier this month for the candidate — talked about where the debate went wrong for […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 27, 2016

Opioid abuse has ravaged the country in recent years. In 2015, a staggering 19 million people are estimated to have misused prescription medicines. Most obtained them from friends or relatives. And many of those who misused the drugs were first-time users. In response to that epidemic, Walgreens kicked off its Safe Medication Disposal Program last April […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 21, 2016

Whether or not tremendous enthusiasm exists for Donald Trump everywhere in the country – or the state – is a matter for people in those areas to document. What is clear, however; those who are closest to the Trump campaign in Duval County believe that Trump is getting strong support in Northeast Florida … support […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 20, 2016

Those looking for evidence of a ground game for Donald Trump in Duval County will find it on Tuesday evening, when the “Trump Victory Center” opens. The festivities kick off at 6 p.m. at 11160-133 Beach Blvd. on Jacksonville’s Southside. Trump Victory Centers are opening statewide on Tuesday, claims the press release, which adds that Sen. Aaron Bean will […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterAugust 27, 2016

The political committee formed to help Republican state Senate candidates raised more than $5 million since April. State records show the Florida Republican Senatorial Campaign Committee raised nearly $5.2 million between April 1 and Aug. 25. The committee is led by Senate President Designate Joe Negron, and was set up by Senate leaders to raise money for […]

Michael MolineAugust 17, 2016

Three candidates won nomination Wednesday to sit on the Florida Public Service Commission. Their names go to Gov. Rick Scott, who will make the final selection. Conspicuously absent from the final cut was Jeffrey Bragg, previously Scott’s top pick for state insurance commissioner. Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater didn’t support him for that post and the job eventually went to […]

A.G. GancarskiAugust 3, 2016

Running the risk of courting controversy with the local press, and perhaps some friction with Democrats and independents ahead of the Aug. 30 pension tax referendum, Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry served as master of ceremonies at the Donald Trump rally Wednesday in front of a crowd of roughly 8,000 Trump supporters, which filled out further after his portion […]

Phil AmmannJuly 25, 2016

With a tip of the hat to LobbyTools, here are the latest movements — both on and off — the legislative merry-go-round. On and off: Portia Palmer has been named interim clerk of the House, the post previously held by Bob Ward, who is retiring. Off: Benjamin Smith is no longer a legislative assistant for state Rep. Jim Boyd of Bradenton. […]

A.G. GancarskiJuly 14, 2016

Addressing a group of human resources professionals in Jacksonville Thursday, state Senator. Aaron Bean addressed the hot-button issue of workers compensation, and the merits of “Blue Lives Matter“ legislation. Bean, who had attended an Associated Industries of Florida “town hall” in Jacksonville Wednesday, said it didn’t look good for those who want a special session to […]

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Push for ‘Erin’s Law’ begins in Jacksonville

Aaron Bean discusses Donald Trump debate debacle

With legislators on hand, Walgreens unveils Florida drug disposal kiosks

In Jacksonville, Donald Trump’s campaign is kicking into high gear

Donald Trump ‘Victory Center’ to open Tuesday in Duval County

Florida Republicans state Senate campaign arm raises more than $5M ahead of primaries

Jeffrey Bragg fails to make final cut for PSC seat

Lenny Curry serves as master of ceremonies on the Trump Train

Latest on the legislative staffing merry-go-round

Aaron Bean addresses workers comp, ‘Blue Lives Matter’ bill