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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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More than 15,000 Florida vote-by-mail ballots flagged for signature, other issues
People who voted by mail in Florida should track their ballot online to ensure it was accepted without issue, given that more than … more
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Voters voting in polling place
Incumbent Donna Storter Long wins District 2 after recount
Glades County Commissioner Donna Storter Long retained her District 2 seat by a narrow margin after a recount by the … more
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Hendry, Glades counties primary election results
The August 23 primary election results are in with both Hendry and Glades counties reporting early voting and election day ballots ... more
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Mail-in voters have until 5 p.m. Aug. 25 to fix ballots with signature issues
 Voters contacted by their county Supervisor of Elections office about signature issues on their vote-by-mail ballot envelopes have until 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25 to … more
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Tami Pearce Simmons, completes New Clerk Academy
Tami Pearce Simmons, has been recognized by Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers (FCCC) for completing... more
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County commissioners break ground on new public safety complex.
Glades County Commission breaks ground
Glades County Board of County commissioners break ground on new E911 and public safety complex. more
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U.S. Postal Service has delivered more than 270 million COVID-19 test kits
On March 2, the United States Postal Service announced that it has delivered more than 270 million COVID-19 test kits to American households... more
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MOORE HAVEN -- Governor Ron DeSantis visited Moore Haven on Feb. 23.
Glades County to receive $1 million in infrastructure funding
Gov. Ron DeSantis visited Moore Haven on Feb. 23 with good news about infrastructure funding ... more
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FDA warns consumers not to use certain powdered infant formula
On Feb. 17, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced it is investigating consumer complaints ... more
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News from the Glades County Property Appraiser
To ease the burden on you, we automatically renew property tax exemptions. more
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