Chairman Desloge Details Leon County Stay at Home Order, Curfew
UPDATE When asked by TR if people can travel to restaurants for take-out, Leon County Commissioner Desolge responded, “Yes – business as…
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COVID-19 Death Rate Shows Different Trends in Different Countries
A country comparison of death rates per million citizens attributed to COVID-19 shows why elected leaders across the globe find themselves in…
DeSantis Vows Crackdown on Travelers from ‘Hotspots’
By Christine Sexton, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said he is taking measures to prevent…
Average Age of Coronavirus Deaths in Florida is 79
As of March 21st, information from the Florida Department of Health indicates that 12 people have died from the coronavirus. The Florida…
Commissioner Matlow Proposes Plan for Small Businesses
Today City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow outlined a plan to help local businesses deal with the economic challenges brought on by government regulations…
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried Pushes for “Stay-At-Home” Order
Below is the press release by Agriculture Nikki Fried asking Governor Ron DeSantis to implement a statewide “stay-at-home” order. Tallahassee, Fla. — Today,…
Mayor Dailey Calls for Emergency Meeting to Address Economic Relief
Today Mayor John Dailey, in a Facebook post, called for an emergency meeting of the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency (IA) to address the…
DeSantis Shuts Down Restaurant Dining
By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — In a far-reaching move to try to curb the spread of the…
LCS Gives Update on Distance Learning Plan
On March 19, Leon County Schools updated parents and students on its plans for distance learning in response to COVID-19. Currently, LCS…
Ten Big Issues from the 2020 Legislative Session
By Jim Turner & Christine Sexton, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida lawmakers finished the 2020 legislative session Thursday by…
Lawmakers Pass $93.2 Billion Budget, Face Uncertainty
By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — State lawmakers on Thursday approved a record $93.2 billion budget for next…
Florida Senator Marco Rubio Outlines Economic Recovery Plan for Small Businesses
On March 19th, Florida Senator Marco Rubio tweeted out the possible components of a economic recovery program being crafted by federal officials…