DeSantis Awards Over $9 Million Through Florida Job Growth Grant to Northeast Florida

DeSantis Awards Over $9 Million Through Florida Job Growth Grant to Northeast Florida

Michael Costeines
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March 5, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $9 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund to two areas of Northeast Florida while speaking in Yulee today. The grants include $6.25 million to Nassau County to construct a roadway network to establish an industrial and commercial site. The site will be located near the US […]
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Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor

Michael Costeines
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March 5, 2026
Americans for Prosperity Action announced its endorsement of Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor by praising his commitment to economic freedom and small government. "I'm excited to say that today we are going to be announcing our endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds for Florida's next governor," said Skyler Zander, senior advisor […]
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Florida Senate Passes AI Bill of Rights, House Approval Unlikely

Florida Senate Passes AI Bill of Rights, House Approval Unlikely

Michael Costeines
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March 5, 2026
The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards for vulnerable adults and minors against the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the upper chamber this week. The bill, known as the "Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights," passed 35-2 in the upper chamber, with only Sens. Erin Grall (R-Fort Pierce) and Don Gaetz […]
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Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida Officials Mourn Loss of Army Captain Cody A. Khork

Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida Officials Mourn Loss of Army Captain Cody A. Khork

Michael Costeines
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March 4, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis and several Florida officials mourned the loss of Winter Haven-born U.S. Army Reserve Captain Cody A. Khork after he was killed in a drone strike at a U.S. Army command center in Kuwait on March 1. "First Lady @Casey DeSantis and I are saddened to learn that Army Captain Cody Khork, from […]
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Former State Rep. Charlie Stone Endorses Paul Renner for Governor

Former State Rep. Charlie Stone Endorses Paul Renner for Governor

Michael Costeines
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March 4, 2026
Former State Rep. Charlie Stone has endorsed gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) for Florida governor, according to a post shared by The Renner War Room account on social media. Support continues to grow across Florida. Former State Representative and Marion County leader Charlie Stone is backing Paul Renner for Governor and the Florida First agenda. pic.twitter.com/IqMA7euDff […]
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UNF POLL: Byron Donalds Holds Single-Digit Lead in Governor's Race

UNF POLL: Byron Donalds Holds Single-Digit Lead in Governor's Race

Michael Costeines
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March 4, 2026
A new poll by the Public Opinion Research Lab at the University of North Florida (UNF) shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with six and 7-point leads over Democratic opponents David Jolly and Jerry Demings, respectively, in the governor's race. The poll found Rep. Donalds at 42% support, while Jolly received 36%, […]
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DeSantis Awards Over $13M Through Florida Job Growth Grant to Panhandle Region

DeSantis Awards Over $13M Through Florida Job Growth Grant to Panhandle Region

Michael Costeines
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March 3, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of over $13 million through Florida's Job Growth Grant Fund to several Panhandle communities for infrastructure improvements while speaking in Pensacola today. The grants include $5 million for the Panama City-Bay County Airport and Industrial District for a new aircraft engine repair station and engine testing facility at Northwest […]
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City of Hialeah Announces Removal of Property Tax for Seniors

City of Hialeah Announces Removal of Property Tax for Seniors

Michael Costeines
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March 3, 2026
The City of Hialeah announced this week that it has removed a portion of its property taxes affecting thousands of city seniors without impacting essential services, a move it says is a first in Florida. "For years, seniors were told it couldn't be done. They were told the only solution was to go to Tallahassee, […]
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Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Arrests 89 in Human Trafficking Bust

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Arrests 89 in Human Trafficking Bust

Michael Costeines
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March 3, 2026
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has announced the arrests of 89 individuals in a multi-week human trafficking operation resulting in more than 1,200 felony charges. According to HCSO, HCSO’s Human Trafficking Section and Internet Predator Unit underwent operations targeting individuals for allegedly sexually exploiting children and purchasing sex between Jan. 1, 2026, and Feb. […]
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Republicans Add Over 11K Florida Registrations in February, Democrats Just Add 229

Republicans Add Over 11K Florida Registrations in February, Democrats Just Add 229

Michael Costeines
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March 2, 2026
Republicans continue to dominate in the state of Florida, adding another 11,150 registrations in February to Democrats' 229, according to a post shared on social media by Michael Pruser of Decision Desk HQ. "Other" jumped 8,373. Florida Voter Registration Update - March 2026 pic.twitter.com/69ytquL2eH — Michael Pruser (@MichaelPruser) March 2, 2026 According to the post, […]
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Former Florida Legislator and 2A Advocate Dennis Baxley Endorses Paul Renner for Governor

Former Florida Legislator and 2A Advocate Dennis Baxley Endorses Paul Renner for Governor

Michael Costeines
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March 2, 2026
Former Florida Senate President Pro Tempore Dennis Baxley has endorsed gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) for Florida governor, according to a post by The Renner War Room account on social media. "From leading in both chambers of the Florida Legislature to championing Stand Your Ground, Dennis Baxley has never wavered in defending our freedoms," Renner […]
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Democrat David Jolly Launches Video Series in Gubernatorial Bid

Democrat David Jolly Launches Video Series in Gubernatorial Bid

Michael Costeines
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March 2, 2026
Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly launched a video series this week spotlighting his journey on the campaign trail across Florida as he seeks the nomination in August. "We try to do local community work, hear voices, hear the stories. We try to do a coalition-building event, whether it's a town hall. We try to sit […]
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Nine Florida State Senators Back Byron Donalds for Governor

Nine Florida State Senators Back Byron Donalds for Governor

Michael Costeines
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February 27, 2026
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) picked up nine Florida Senate endorsements in his bid for governor this week. The endorsements include: Sen. Byran Avila (R-Hialeah Gardens) Sen. Alexis Calatayud (R-Miami) Sen. Nick DiCeglie (R-St. Petersburg) Sen. Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota) - before becoming RNC Chairman Sen. Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) Sen. Erin Grall (R-Fort […]
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Florida Officials Seize Over 500 Illegal Gambling Machines in Multi-County Sting

Florida Officials Seize Over 500 Illegal Gambling Machines in Multi-County Sting

Michael Costeines
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February 27, 2026
During a Titusville press conference, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced 525 illegal machines and $190,000 in illicit proceeds have been seized as a result of a sting operation targeting illegal gaming across several Florida counties. “Unlawful gambling operations often play a role as the financial backing behind criminal networks,” Uthmeier said in a release. […]
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ICYMI: Florida House Passes Bills Honoring Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk

ICYMI: Florida House Passes Bills Honoring Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk

Michael Costeines
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February 27, 2026
The Florida House of Representatives passed a pair of bills honoring conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk in the lower chamber this week. Kirk was assassinated while speaking at a campus event sponsored by Turning Point at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025. Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance (HB 125) The […]
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Florida House Democratic Caucus Designates Gallop Franklin II as House Leader

Florida House Democratic Caucus Designates Gallop Franklin II as House Leader

Michael Costeines
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February 26, 2026
The Florida House Democratic Caucus voted this week to designate Rep. Gallop Franklin II (D-Tallahasee) as its next House Democratic Leader for the 2028-2030 legislative term. "During his service in the Florida House, Representative Franklin has championed economic opportunity and affordability for Florida families, including expanding access to health care, strengthening higher education, and confronting […]
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James Uthmeier Arrests Palm Beach Man in $10K Organized Retail Theft Scheme

James Uthmeier Arrests Palm Beach Man in $10K Organized Retail Theft Scheme

Michael Costeines
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February 26, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of a Palm Beach man for organized retail theft of numerous Target stores from Orlando to Miami in a release this week. Keith Wallis, 39, was charged with two counts of felony organized retail theft, three counts of felony dealing in stolen property, and one count of […]
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Friends of Byron Donalds PAC Releases Ad Touting Florida Sheriff Endorsements

Friends of Byron Donalds PAC Releases Ad Touting Florida Sheriff Endorsements

Michael Costeines
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February 26, 2026
Friends of Byron Donalds, a PAC for Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL), released a digital ad highlighting Rep. Donalds' support among Florida sheriffs and his commitment to law and order and fighting illegal immigration this week. The ad, titled "Trusted by Sheriffs," is part of a seven-figure buy targeting voters in Rep. […]
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