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Scott PowersJanuary 14, 2019

Florida’s economy might not be booming as robustly in 2019 as the past couple of years but talk nationwide of a possible recession this year probably won’t slow the state down too much. That’s the theme of the economic forecasts presented Monday morning at the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Economic Outlook and Jobs Summit in Orlando, with […]

Danny McAuliffeJanuary 10, 2019

A high-profile, bipartisan coalition is re-upping a plea to the public to chip in to relief efforts for the storm-battered Panhandle. The effort, dubbed REBUILD 850, has funneled $400,000 to the Florida Disaster Fund. But monetary needs remain for those affected by Hurricane Michael, the nearly Category 5 cyclone that made landfall exactly three months ago. “We […]

Scott PowersJanuary 8, 2019

Florida’s foresters, land managers and storm recovery crews have more than just the obvious devastation left behind by Hurricane Michael. Now, they must prepare for the potential of massive wildfires, floodplains flooding, and the prospect of devastation by pine beetles. That was part of the sobering message given Tuesday to the Florida Senate Environment and […]

Danny McAuliffeJanuary 7, 2019

Tree farmers and the state are saying parts of North Florida have an increased threat of wildfires in the wake of Hurricane Michael. John Alter, owner of a Jackson County tree-farming operation, told lawmakers on the Senate Agriculture Committee on Monday that an excessive amount of fuel — fallen trees or branches — from the October storm […]

Guest AuthorJanuary 7, 2019

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On Tuesday, I will raise my right hand on the steps of Florida’s Historic Capitol to take the oath of office in much the same tradition that 45 governors have before me. With my wife, Casey, and our two young children, Madison and Mason, watching, it will be a pointed reminder that to whom much […]

Danny McAuliffeJanuary 4, 2019

Addressing costly hurricane damage from years past could be one of Gov.-elect Ron DeSantis’ first headaches after he takes office next week. Kevin Guthrie, chief of staff at the state Division of Emergency Management, on Thursday painted a pricey picture to a panel charged with advising DeSantis and Lt. Gov-elect Jeanette Nuñez on government operations. Guthrie […]

Renzo DowneyJanuary 2, 2019

$60,000 will benefit the site damaged by Hurricane Michael in October 2018.

Jacob OglesDecember 31, 2018

Monday marks the deadline for residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Michael to apply for two significant assistance programs. The Disaster Unemployment Assistance program, which is administered by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, helps those who lost jobs as a direct result of a disaster. Residents in 12 Florida counties — Bay, Calhoun, Franklin, […]

Peter SchorschDecember 22, 2018

Tallahassee City Commissioners have their work cut out for them during the holidays. They’ll soon be sorting through candidates to replace suspended Commissioner Scott Maddox, who was recently indicted by a federal jury on public corruption charges. Time is of the essence, and everyone’s watching. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Saturday. Mayor […]

Drew WilsonDecember 21, 2018

Gulf Power customers can expect to save a few bucks on their electric bill starting next month, the company announced Friday. Thanks to savings from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, the Northwest Florida utility company has a little more cash in its pockets — enough to cut the average ratepayer’s bill by […]

Tag: Hurricane Michael
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Florida Chamber Foundation forecasting mild slowdown, no recession

Star-studded coalition calls for continued focus on Hurricane Michael

The four Hurricane Michael disasters: storm, long-term flooding, fire threat, pine beetle

Wildfires more of a threat after Hurricane Michael, lawmakers told

Ron DeSantis: I’m committed to pursuing a bold agenda for Florida

Ron DeSantis’ first worry: Hurricanes could bust state budget

Florida State Parks Foundation to restore St. Andrews State Park campsite

Deadline today for post-Michael employment, business loan programs

Takeaways from Tallahassee — New year, new commish

Gulf Power tax savings headed to ratepayers