Capping Pot Potency Stalls in Senate

Capping Pot Potency Stalls in Senate

By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — A proposed cap on the level of euphoria-inducing THC in medical marijuana has hit a snag in the Senate, leaving a priority of the House in jeopardy as time runs down on the legislative session. Senate Health Policy Chairwoman Gayle Harrell, R-Stuart, introduced a proposal […]

City Commissioner Matlow Endorses Bernie Sanders

City Commissioner Matlow Endorses Bernie Sanders

On Monday, City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow announced his endorsement of Bernie Sanders. In an emailed press release, Matlow wrote, “I proudly endorse Senator Sanders because he consistently speaks to the needs of the poor and working-class in my city. He understands that when we work together in a multi-generational, multi-racial coalition we can fight back […]

Superintendent Hanna Says School Choice Policy is “Fair and Equitable to Every Resident…”

Superintendent Hanna Says School Choice Policy is “Fair and Equitable to Every Resident…”

At the last Leon County School Board meeting, a parent cited the low school grade of Astoria Park Elementary as an indication of a “low performing” school. She was upset that she could not school choice out of the school she was zoned for. Following the parents comments, Superintendent Hanna discussed the current LCS school […]

State Monitoring 150 People For Coronavirus

State Monitoring 150 People For Coronavirus

By Christine Sexton, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — State Surgeon General Scott Rivkees said Friday that 15 people in Florida have tested negative for coronavirus. The state is monitoring another 150 people for the deadly virus, a significant drop from the 700 people who were at one time under investigation, Gov. Ron DeSantis, […]

House Digs Deeper into Coalition Finances

House Digs Deeper into Coalition Finances

By Ana Ceballos, The News Service of Florida A Florida House investigation into a domestic-violence nonprofit organization continued to leave lawmakers stunned, as more details about the former CEO’s compensation emerged Thursday. The revelations came as the House Public Integrity & Ethics Committee continued its quest to discern how Tiffany Carr, the former chief executive […]

City Commissioners Discuss Legislative Affairs Update

City Commissioners Discuss Legislative Affairs Update

The City Commissioners discussed an update on the City’s state and federal legislative affairs at their February 26 meeting. The 2020 legislative session began on January 14. The City’s legislative affairs team is tasked with monitoring developments in legislation that impact the City. Staff reports that one of the major developments affecting Tallahassee is a […]

Superintendent, School Board Member Call Parent’s Comments Hogwash, Disgusting

Superintendent, School Board Member Call Parent’s Comments Hogwash, Disgusting

Superintendent Hanna and Leon County School Board (LCSB) member Alva Striplin responded harshly to a parent’s critical assessment of Astoria Park Elementary School. The parent, who attended the February 26th LCSB meeting held at Gilchrist Elementary School, spoke during the “citizens to be heard” part of the agenda. She explained to the Board that her […]

Lawmakers Seek Grades for Cities and Counties

Lawmakers Seek Grades for Cities and Counties

By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida cities and counties would get letter grades for economic and non-economic factors, under a bill that drew mostly bipartisan support Tuesday from the House Appropriations Committee. Another measure approved by the committee would ask voters in November to approve a proposed constitutional amendment that […]

UPDATED: Commissioners Approve Lease Agreement for TEMPO Office

UPDATED: Commissioners Approve Lease Agreement for TEMPO Office

UPDATE The City Commissioners unanimously approved a lease agreement for a TEMPO office at their February 26 meeting. The lease agreement with Town South LLC totals $21,000 per year for three years, plus a security deposit of $2049.48. The space will be used for a TEMPO engagement office offering services including voting registration, mentoring and […]