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Staff ReportsNovember 17, 2018

December 12 will mark twenty years since the passing of Florida’s former Democratic U.S. Senator and Governor Lawton Chiles. Yet, still to this day, the mark left on Sunshine State politics is very visible. Most Democrats will tell you he’s the best governor in modern Florida history. And Republicans aren’t quick to dispute. Supporters, staffers, […]

Peter SchorschNovember 3, 2018

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Financially, Florida is equipped to weather the financial losses incurred by Hurricane Michael. That’s according to Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis, who this week cited a recent analysis of the state’s financial resiliency from credit reporting agency Moody’s Investment Service. “The news from Moody’s Investors Service that Florida will not only weather Hurricane Michael, but […]

Peter SchorschOctober 27, 2018

They’re inexpensive, quick and ideal for short-distance trips — and they could be coming to a Florida city near you. Dockless scooters are the latest disruptions to the continually evolving transportation industry. But the two-wheeled rides — provided by companies like Bird and Lime — aren’t yet ready for a prime-time fight in the Legislature. […]

Peter SchorschOctober 20, 2018

The Forgotten Coast, coined for the swath of shore stretching Mexico Beach to St. Marks, suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Michael. But thanks in part to the efforts of two Tallahassee creatives, the region won’t be left behind. In the days following destruction, Jesse Taylor, a local graphic designer with Marketing for Change, teamed up […]

Peter SchorschOctober 6, 2018

Never mind candidates on the ballot. There are a dozen constitutional amendments voters must worry about on Election Day. In the interest of saving time and avoiding long lines at polling locations, it’s best Floridians equip themselves early with knowledge of each proposal, rather than making a gameday decision. As the courts have told us, […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 29, 2018

The two major parties are likely “actively recruiting” lawyers for any election-related disputes that arise Nov. 6. That’s according to Dr. Susan MacManus, a retired University of South Florida political science professor, who moderated an election controversy panel during the 2018 Florida Bar Reporters’ Workshop this week. Addressing a room of media, MacManus discussed with […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 15, 2018

Vanilla Ice was the guest of honor at the Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism Wednesday evening. There, the group bestowed the famed hip-hop artist with the 2018 Film Florida Legends Tourism Ambassador award, which is presented annually to entertainment legends who keep the Sunshine State on their mind and involved in their work. “Vanilla Ice […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 8, 2018

A fresh slate of state leaders won’t be the only change lawmakers confront when they return to Tallahassee next year. Savour restaurant, offering traditional fare with a twist, is set to open its doors Oct. 15, replacing Avenue Eat & Drink at its former location on East Park Avenue in the heart of Tallahassee’s […]

James CallFebruary 27, 2015

This week at the state capitol, we learned that Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam was a bit more concerned about how Gerald Bailey left the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and in preparation for the 2015 Legislative Session, we had some fun with numbers. The Tampa Bay Times secured Thursday a draft of an opinion piece […]

Tag: week in review

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Old he-coon reunion

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Planning pays off

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Is Bird the word?

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Forgotten no more

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Navigating November

Takeaways from Tallahassee — An army of (election) lawyers

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Ice, ice, ‘Action!’

Takeaways from Tallahassee — New food from a familiar face

The week in Florida politics: Gerald Bailey fallout, medical marijuana and more