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New election law under fire
Governor Ron DeSantis has just signed into law that some say will make it more difficult for some Floridians to vote. more
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League of Women Voters sues state
TALLAHASSEE – On May 24, the League of Women Voters of Florida,sued Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and Secretary of State Cord Byrd ... more
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Mailbox Improvement Week arrives in time for spring cleaning
The U.S. Postal Service is asking all South Florida homeowners to inspect and repair their mailboxes during Mailbox Improvement Week, May 21–27. more
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Glades County’s stately courthouse, built in the 1920s,
Population boom expected in Buckhead Ridge
The Buckhead Ridge area is posed for a population boom. The May 9 meeting of the Glades County Commission included ... more
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Do Buckhead Ridge residents want mandatory garbage pickup?
At their May 9 meeting, Glades County Commissioners considered asking the property owners. more
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President Biden approves Major Disaster Declaration for Florida
WASHINGTON — FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Florida to supplement state and local recovery efforts … more
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What does it mean to be ‘woke’?
The dictionary defines “woke” as "aware of and actively attentive to important facts and issues, especially issues of racial and social justice.” more
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Florida Secretary of State announces updated voter registration website
Website that offers Florida’s eligible voters a secure and convenient way to register to vote or update an existing voter registration. more
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$21 million available to enhance Florida’s behavioral health systems
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced $21 million in available funding for essential programs to enhance mental health crisis services in … more
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FHSAA removes mandatory menstruation questions for girls after backlash
The Florida High School Athletic Association called a special meeting in response to backlash from after they recommended mandatory questions about high school girls' periods. more
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News from the Glades County Property Appraiser
I have GREAT NEWS! Effective January 1, 2023, the widows, widowers, disability (civilian) and blind exemptions have increased from $500 to $5,000 in value. more
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Governor Ron DeSantis
Governor signs disaster relief and property insurance bills
On Dec. 16, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis signed two bills following the special session that took place that week. Governor DeSantis signed … more
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Commissioners pause plan to spend county funds on internet improvements
OKEECHOBEE – A proposal to spend $4 million to improve internet access was put on hold at the Dec. 22 because internet service providers (ISPs) can apply directly for grant … more
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FDOH closures for the holidays in Hendry and Glades
LABELLE — In observance of the Christmas holiday ... more
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SBA and SBDC work together to assist Florida businesses recovering from Ian
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Florida Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC) today announced a new pilot program geared toward helping businesses … more
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This August 1958 photo shows rocket engine test stands at Apix, Florida. [Photo courtesy Florida Memory Project]
Apix, Fla.: Fictional town was cover for government experiment
According to government records, Apix, Fla. was platted for 7,000 homes and had a census population. It was all a lie ... more
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Florida Senate passes property insurance overhaul
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Senate on Tuesday approved sweeping legislation that would overhaul the state's property insurance system, which has struggled due to insolvencies, high costs … more
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Category 5 super typhoon from outer space view. The eye of the hurricane. Some elements of this image furnished by NASA.
Tropical Storm Nicole may become hurricane when it reaches Florida
Tropical Storm Nicole is expected to reach hurricane strength before reaching Florida’s east coast later today or early on Thursday … more
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Voters voting in polling place
2022 general elections update
Supervisor of Election officials are posting updates for the November general election.  more
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SBA provides disaster recovery assistance in declared Florida counties
The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) provides disaster recovery assistance to Florida communities impacted by Hurricane Ian … more
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