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The EVERGLADES – Federal and state officials gathered near the Tamiami Trail on Oct. 21 for the groundbreaking of the first contract in the Central Everglades Planning Project.
Corps breaks ground on Central Everglades Planning Project
State and federal officials gathered at the S-333 water control structure on the Tamiami Trail on Oct. 21 to celebrate the start of work on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP), which will increase the capacity to move water from Lake Okeechobee to Everglades National Park (ENP). more
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CLEWISTON — The Hendry County Commission meeting was held on Oct. 13.
Code enforcement sweeps Hendry County
CLEWISTON — During the unusually brief Oct. 14 regular meeting of the Hendry Board of County Commissioners, code enforcement was the main topic of discussion. Staff and commissioners discussed … more
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SBA and Treasury announce simpler PPP forgiveness for loans of $50,000 or less
On Oct. 12, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. more
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SFWMD prepared for potential heavy rainfall
Stalled front forecast to drop several inches of rain in South Florida; residents and communities urged to stay prepared during storm season more
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Picture is an aerial view of Water Conservation Area 3A.
Corps awards $81 million in construction contracts for Everglades restoration
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, awarded four construction contracts for ecosystem restoration in south Florida in the past week, valued at more than $81 million. more
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BOCC approves millage rate of 7.75
The Hendry County Board of County Commissioners set the property tax rate at 7.75 mills at their Monday, Sept. 28, meeting in the County Commission Chambers in LaBelle. more
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FLHSMV releases new design of Support Law Enforcement specialty license plate
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is pleased to announce that the newly redesigned Support Law Enforcement specialty license plate is now … more
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Deadlines to register for an Economic Impact Payment are just around the corner
Federal benefit recipients who don’t normally have a filing requirement but do have qualifying children must register by Wednesday, Sept. 30, to receive a $500 catch-up payment per child. more
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Hendry County Sheriff’s Office reports increase in vehicle thefts
LABELLE — The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) reported a dramatic decrease in personal/property calls from 2018 and 2019. more
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President Donald J. Trump approves Florida Emergency Declaration
FEMA announced that federal emergency aid has been made available to the state of Florida to supplement state and local response efforts to the emergency conditions in the area … more
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Your business can help the census
Having an accurate census count is important to our community, and local businesses can help make this happen. Celia and Joe Ward-Wallace, who own South LA Cafe, are passionate … more
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Collier County Airports receive grants for improvements
COLLIER COUNTY – Two of Collier County’s three airports have received new grants for improvements. Everglades Airpark (X01) received a Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement … more
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State purchases 10,702 acres in Hendry County for conservation
On Sept. 11, Alico Inc. (“Alico”) (Nasdaq: ALCO) announced the State of Florida purchased, under the Florida Forever program, approximately 10,702 acres of Alico Ranch for … more
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IRS highlights higher penalties for some tax returns filed after Sept. 14
WASHINGTON — On Sept. 10, the Internal Revenue Service urged individuals who owe taxes but have not yet filed for 2019 to act now to avoid larger penalties that, by law, start after Sept. … more
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Steube joins president to celebrate Florida environmental initiatives
JUPITER. - U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) joined President Donald Trump on his visit to Jupiter on Sept. 8 to discuss water quality issues and initiatives in the Everglades and across … more
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Attention Collier County Property Owners - Deadline to file a petition with the Value Adjustment Board is September 11
Crystal K. Kinzel, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, is reminding property owners that the deadline to file a petition with the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) is 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 11, … more
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Tips for taxpayers who need to file an amended tax return
The IRS will correct common errors during processing. However, there are certain situations in which a taxpayer may need to file an amended return to make a correction. Taxpayers can now file … more
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Contract awarded for completion of Tamiami Trail Next Steps Project
HOMESTEAD – The Trump Administration announced Sept. 2 the contract has been awarded to allow for the second and final phase of the Tamiami Trail Next Steps Project to begin. The Florida … more
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Fish Rules App expanded to include freshwater regulations
TALLAHASSEE – The wait is over! Fish Rules App now includes freshwater fishing regulations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is excited to announce that their … more
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FWC rules reduce the risks to Florida deer
TALLAHASSEE – Currently, Florida is one of 24 states where chronic wasting disease, or CWD, has NOT been detected. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is continuing its … more
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