Patrick Kilpatrick, a renowned actor and a pivotal figure in Hollywood, is poised to add his signature touch to the “Hypno Challenge” reality show on Gossip Stone TV as a co-producer and casting director. Kilpatrick’s extensive career in the entertainment industry spans decades, encompassing a multitude of roles in film and television, and has earn
Read MoreTown of Cutler Bay Received Total of $620,000 Thanks to State Senator Ileana Garcia for Local Programs: Active Adult Services & Marlin Road Improvements
Miami, FL — Wednesday, September 21st, 2022 the Town of Cutler Bay saw $620,000 towards amplifying local initiatives: Active Adult Services and Marlin Road Improvements due to the legislative efforts of State Senator Ileana Garcia this past session. According to Cutler Bay’s most recent census, 14% of the population is 65 and older. The Communitie
Read MoreFlorida Sets New Visitation Record in Third Quarter
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that visitation to Florida continues to rise, setting a record for the number of visitors to Florida in the third quarter of a year, with an estimated total of 35.1 million visitors between July and September 2023. Visitation included 32.2 million domestic visitors, 2.2 million overseas vis
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis Awards Over $57 Million to Protect Florida’s Springs
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the award of over $57 million for 23 statewide springs restoration projects to protect Florida’s iconic springs, as well as increase spring flow and improve water quality. Florida’s springs attract visitors from across the world and the preservation of these springs play an important role i
Read MoreMEMORANDUM: Executive Order 23-228 (Executive Order of Suspension)
Good Afternoon, Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Executive Order 23-228 (Executive Order of Suspension), suspending Patty Lee Cummings from her position as City Councilwoman of the City of Cape Coral. On November 16, 2023, Patty Lee Cummings was charged with one count of Fraudulent Application for License, a third-degree felony under section
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis Makes Twelve Judicial Nominating Commission Appointments
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces the following appointments to Florida’s Judicial Nominating Commissions. Second District Court of Appeal Judicial Nominating Commission Hunter Chamberlin, of Tampa, is the Owner of Chamberlin Crowe, P.A. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Hamilton College and his juris doctor from
Read MoreFlorida’s Economy Continues to Grow While National Job Growth Rates Are in Decline
~ Florida’s construction industry experiences fifth consecutive month of growth ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Today, Governor DeSantis announced that Florida’s strategic investments have resulted in continued economic growth while national rates continue to see economic decline. Florida’s labor force grew by 0.2 percentage points in October 2023, while the
Read MoreLieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Announces Holiday Letters to Heroes during the Holiday Season
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announced ‘Holiday Letters to Heroes’ to encourage Florida’s K–8 students to write holiday letters to the men and women who are deployed or on state active duty in the Florida National Guard this holiday season. Through her initiative, LG on Mission, the Lieutenant Governor is partnering
Read MoreParticipation in The Great Debate, Florida’s National Civics and Debate Championship, Tripled in Size with More Than 400 Students Competing
~ All 67 Districts Are Now Participating in Florida’s Civics and Debate Initiative ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Last weekend, 420 students from around the country gathered in Orlando to compete in The Great Debate: Florida’s National Civics and Debate Competition. Participation in the competition has tripled since Governor DeSantis launched the Florida Ci
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Linda Shaughnessy as Chair, Dimitra “Jamie” Kay Bennett, and Jose Vicente to the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County. Linda Shaughnessy Shaughnessy is retired and previously served as the Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Basilica of the National Shrine of Ma
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