Florida Council CEO Michael Simas Outlines Positive Outlook for Business in Sunshine State

Florida Council CEO Michael Simas Outlines Positive Outlook for Business in Sunshine State

Michael Costeines
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October 7, 2025
Michael Simas, President & CEO of the Florida Council of 100, discussed the positive state of business and tech sector across Florida in a recent interview with The Floridian. The non-profit organization of chief executives is the lead engine in furthering economic growth and improving the quality of life for Floridians across the state. Under […]
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Uthmeier Accuses Monique Worrell (Again) for Being Soft on Crime

Uthmeier Accuses Monique Worrell (Again) for Being Soft on Crime

Michael Costeines
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October 7, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is once again slamming Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell of the Ninth Judicial Circuit for her soft-on-crime policies after a man allegedly opened fire at his ex-girlfriend in an attempt to murder her. According to Uthmeier, Worrell softened the charge of Alain Barrett from first-degree attempted murder to a second-degree […]
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Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects

Simpson Announces $25M in Grant Opportunities for State Water Resource Projects

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that the state is accepting applicants for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Agricultural Regional Projects Program Services (FDACS) program this week. The initiative allocates $25 million in grant funding to support "regional, collaborative agricultural water resource solutions" to enhance water quality and quantity across the […]
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Simpson Praises Trump on MAHA Agenda, Signals Florida's Commitment

Simpson Praises Trump on MAHA Agenda, Signals Florida's Commitment

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson praised the efforts of the Trump administration this week for promoting healthy nutritional options for children while also warning of health concerns associated with the consumption of ultra-processed foods as part of its Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda. Signaling his support, Simpson also vowed to commit to the policies […]
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Jacksonville Councilmember Terrance Freeman Announces Run for House District 12

Jacksonville Councilmember Terrance Freeman Announces Run for House District 12

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
Jacksonville City Councilmember Terrance Freeman is stepping up to the plate for a Republican run at the Florida House of Representatives in District 12, he announced on social media. "As a lifelong conservative, I know what’s at stake for Florida families. President Trump and Governor DeSantis need strong conservative allies fighting for us, and I […]
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Log Cabin Republicans of Miami Back Emilio Gonzalez for Mayor

Log Cabin Republicans of Miami Back Emilio Gonzalez for Mayor

Michael Costeines
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October 6, 2025
The Log Cabin Republicans of Miami have endorsed Emilio T. Gonzalez in his run for Miami mayor, his campaign announced this week. “On behalf of the Log Cabin Republicans of Miami, I’m honored to support Emilio T. González for Mayor,” said Joshua Brown, Chapter President of the Log Cabin Republicans of Miami. “He is the […]
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DeSantis Dedicates Trail in Honor of Hulk Hogan

DeSantis Dedicates Trail in Honor of Hulk Hogan

Michael Costeines
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October 3, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the dedication of the Hulk Hogan Trail, a portion of Clearwater's popular recreational path, in honor of the late Wrestling icon who called the area home before he tragically passed away in July. Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was a star with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in […]
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Florida Gets Reimbursement From Trump Administration for Alligator Alcatraz

Florida Gets Reimbursement From Trump Administration for Alligator Alcatraz

Michael Costeines
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October 3, 2025
The state of Florida has reportedly been reimbursed over $600 million by the Trump administration for the construction of "Alligator Alcatraz," the state's illegal alien detention center located in the Everglades. WPLG reporter Christina Boomer Vazquez first reported the news on Thursday, October 2nd. The money will specifically come from the Federal Emergency Management Agency […]
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New Florida Laws Took Effect This Week: Here Are Five to Know

New Florida Laws Took Effect This Week: Here Are Five to Know

Michael Costeines
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October 3, 2025
Several Florida laws went into effect this week after being signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis following the 2025 legislative session. Let's take a look at a few of them. SB 150: Abandoning Restrained Dogs During Natural Disasters Better known as "Trooper's Law," SB 150 makes it a third-degree felony to abandon an animal during a […]
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DeSantis Praises Lake County Commission for Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway

DeSantis Praises Lake County Commission for Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway

Michael Costeines
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October 2, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis praised the Lake County Commission this week for approving the Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway in honor of the late conservative activist. Kirk was assassinated while speaking at a campus event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10. "Lake County’s dedication of the highway represents the first county to memorialize Kirk in the […]
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Donalds Ad Criticizes David Jolly for 'Rational' Democratic Party

Donalds Ad Criticizes David Jolly for 'Rational' Democratic Party

Michael Costeines
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October 2, 2025
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) shared a new digital ad criticizing Democratic candidate David Jolly for calling the modern Democratic Party "rational." Released by Byron War Room on X, the 48-second spot begins with Jolly saying, "I find this a very rational democratic environment. This is a very rational Democratic Party right […]
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Daniella Levine Cava Endorses Eileen Higgins for Miami Mayor

Daniella Levine Cava Endorses Eileen Higgins for Miami Mayor

Michael Costeines
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October 2, 2025
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has endorsed County Commissioner Eileen Higgins for mayor of Miami. The announcement comes one day after Higgins participated in a six-person debate for the city's top job in November's election. "Eileen Higgins delivers for the people - plain and simple. I've watched Eileen take on tough challenges and turn […]
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Ingoglia Torches Jacksonville, Mayor Donna Deegan Over Reckless Spending Habits

Ingoglia Torches Jacksonville, Mayor Donna Deegan Over Reckless Spending Habits

Michael Costeines
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October 1, 2025
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia, alongside Gov. Ron DeSantis, highlighted a laundry list of wasteful local government spending habits during a news conference in Jacksonville this week. The probe comes as the state looks to inject a Constitutional Amendment on Property Tax relief for Floridians on the November 2026 ballot. Ingoglia, appointed as […]
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Maria Zack Edges Bill Reicherter in HD 90 Republican Primary

Maria Zack Edges Bill Reicherter in HD 90 Republican Primary

Michael Costeines
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October 1, 2025
Republican candidate Maria Zack edged out Bill Reicherter with nearly 53% of the vote to win the House District 90 Special Election primary this week. Reicherter received 47% of the vote with 2,679 votes cast. The percentage was larger than the raw vote might indicate, with Zack clipping Reicherter by 159 votes. "Congratulations to our […]
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Ralph Massullo Dominates in SD 11 Republican Primary

Ralph Massullo Dominates in SD 11 Republican Primary

Michael Costeines
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October 1, 2025
Republican candidate Ralph Massullo breezed past Anthony Brice to win the Senate District 11 primary with nearly 80% of the vote on Tuesday night. Brice received roughly 20% of the 28,322 votes cast. "Congratulations @RalphMassullo on securing the Republican nomination for State Senate District 11," the Florida GOP shared on social media. "Well deserved and […]
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Emilio Gonzalez Details Conservation Policies in Miami Mayoral Bid

Emilio Gonzalez Details Conservation Policies in Miami Mayoral Bid

Michael Costeines
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October 1, 2025
Miami mayoral candidate Emilio Gonzalez announced his "Miami Conservation Policy" in an effort to protect the city's environment while being prudent in keeping government lean and accountable in his latest agenda to voters on Tuesday. "Miami's future depends on how we protect our water, our neighborhoods, and our natural beauty," Gonzalez said. "This plan makes […]
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James Uthmeier Charges Seven in Home Depot Retail Theft Ring

James Uthmeier Charges Seven in Home Depot Retail Theft Ring

Michael Costeines
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September 30, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced charges against seven defendants for allegedly stealing smoke detectors from The Home Depot during a press conference in Tallahassee this week. The bust, which crossed multiple states, was led by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement. “This operation is the result of a […]
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DeSantis, Florida Cabinet Approve Land for Donald J. Trump Presidential Library

DeSantis, Florida Cabinet Approve Land for Donald J. Trump Presidential Library

Michael Costeines
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September 30, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis, along with members of his Florida cabinet, passed an agenda item to designate a 2.63-acre parcel of land for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library near Miami-Dade County's historic Freedom Tower this week. “Having the Trump Presidential Library in Miami will be good for Florida, for the city, and for Miami Dade […]
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