FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL MOODY’S OFFICE:
We officially launched the 2023 Human Trafficking Summit. Our summit brings together survivors, law enforcement, prosecutors, victim advocates, community leaders and concerned citizens who are committed to working together to stop this crime.
John Walsh, television host and co-founder of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, is our keynote speaker for this year’s summit. As a nationally renowned crime fighter, victim advocate and host of the former hit television show America’s Most Wanted, Walsh has spent decades helping law enforcement locate missing children and solve crimes, including the recovery of more than 400,000 children. I am excited for our attendees to hear Walsh’s inspirational message about what we can do to fight back against criminals preying on vulnerable populations.
The summit has nine sessions covering subjects like how the opioid crisis is fueling human trafficking to supporting trafficking survivors in the workplace. Attendees will have access to 11 hours of educational content from leaders in the fight to end human trafficking. There is expert training available for law enforcement about proper ways to document and gather evidence and we also cover important information on how to work with victims so they can recover and heal as survivors. Continue reading
By TomL
First they are not part of the Republican Team! They won’t win the people over the way they are acting. Who are the eight Republicans that voted with the democrats to get rid of the speaker. Well some say McCarthy made a secret deal with the Dem’s and sold the farm. They claim the committee did not cut any spending. In fact there were some spending cut but they were not deep enough and McCarthy paid the price! We should have never set something up that the speaker could be taken from office that easy. But it is, what it is. Now we have to hurry through the process to get another speaker! Electing a temporary Speaker is a mistake.
NO DEMS PLEASE!
If I have a chance to vote these eight Republicans out of office I will! I will vote another republican to replace them because I kind of understand that we need the votes to get anything done. For instance War and humanitarion supplies are on hold because it has to go through the House after they elect a speaker. All of this should not have happened! These eight Republicans are not part of the team. I hope they are proud of themselves, they are costing lives in the war! It is very important the republicans stick together at all cost. The Democrats vote together, the republicans don’t. You eight are fools! You have to meet and come up with a better solution than just getting even! Continue reading
TomL
In the old days children knew they wanted to be a cowboy, a nurse, a policeman or policewoman, a doctor, a pilot. Today they expect them to know what sex they want to be at a very young age! Then encourage them to make changes that cannot be changed back AND not tell their parents of their what is going on!
Bill Maher says when he was eight he wanted to be a pirate. Thank goodness he was not scheduled for surgery for a peg leg!
PS At nine years old I was selling newspapers on Dania Beach at the old draw Bridge, when it opened to let sight seeing boats and fishing boat through the cars backed up, I walk the line of cars and sold Ft Lauderdale newspapers. I did that for seven years. So I guess that’s one of the things that helped me choose this profession.
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Where does Biden get off canceling student debt. Then rewarding the people who paid their debt by taxing them to cover the cost for those who did not (Politics Stinks). If you agree with this you need to go to another continent.
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Americans that are soft spoken or not out going, do not challenge people that are defacing or protesting and chanting bad thing about our country. Don’t let them get away with it! We are in a time that people don’t want to offend others. If they are wrong tell them you don ’t agree, don’t stand idle. Continue reading
LADY LAKE – The Lady Lake Library is inviting the community to participate in the Festival of Trees, a heartwarming holiday celebration that welcomes families, schools, non-profit organizations, and businesses to showcase their creativity.
The Festival of Trees is an opportunity for participants to decorate their very own Christmas trees, which will be prominently displayed at the Lady Lake Library throughout the holiday season. This event is open to all individuals and groups interested in spreading joy while showcasing their organization.
Space is limited, so interested participants are encouraged to apply online at ladylake.org. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to submit is Nov. 1, 2023. Trees must be decorated on Nov. 17 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Trees will be on display at the Lady Lake Library from Nov. 20, 2023 – Jan. 3, 2024. Residents will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite tree. Votes will be tallied with an award given for best design. Continue reading
The Lady Lake Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its October networking breakfast at HarborChase The Villages. Over the past several months, we have helped fundraise over $1,000 for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Pictured Left To Right: Leslie DiCesare Executive Director, Jeanne Lazo Board President, Patrice Dehaven, Josh, Cindy Thiede, Bob Gersh.
Celebration of Halloween was for the kids but grownups got into the fun also, The “Not So Scary Halloween “ Celebration was a great success. Little kids medium size kids and big kids celebrated had fun at the event. Some were very scary and others were not so scary.
October 27, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Kat Cammack (R-FL-03), Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03), Joe Courtney (D-CT-02), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) introduced a resolution celebrating October 28 as Honoring the Nation’s First Responders Day.
“I’m honored to lead this resolution with my colleagues to honor our first responders. As the wife of a firefighter/paramedic and SWAT medic, this resolution is personal for me,” said Rep. Kat Cammack. “The men and women of our first responder community across the nation work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. They run toward danger when the rest of us run away from it and we should be tremendously grateful for their service and sacrifices each day. Imagining a world without them isn’t possible, and we thank you for all you do and will always stand with you.”
“When Americans find themselves in an emergency and in need of assistance, it is our nation’s first responders who stand on the front line ready to respond,” said Rep. Rosa DeLauro. “Whether they be firefighters, emergency medical technician, paramedics, or our brave law enforcement officers, first responders hold communities together, protect neighborhoods, and save lives. I am glad to lead my colleagues on a bipartisan resolution celebrating Honoring the Nation’s First Responders Day.”
“First responders, whether providing support after a natural disaster or caring for communities after tragic events like we saw this week in Maine, are the first on the scene to assist their communities in times of duress,” said Rep. Joe Courtney. “I continue to advocate for the necessary resources for our First Responders to carry out their mission and stay safe on the job. This Resolution is merely a display of gratitude and appreciation for our some of our most critical community partners.”
“As a formal federal law enforcement officer and former EMT, I know that our firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical technicians, and paramedics are often the first to arrive and the last to leave the scene of any emergency,” said Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, co-chair of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus. “Without question, the millions of heroic Americans that serve and risk their lives for our communities in this way each day deserve our appreciation. I am glad to join my colleagues in recognizing the contribution and public service of our first responders, and remain committed to continuing to secure more resources in support of their missions.”
Read the full text of the resolution here.
After multiple rounds of voting, the House of Representative elected a new Speaker of the House on Wednesday. Congratulations to my colleague, Representative Mike Johnson of Louisiana, as he embarks on his Speakership. I’ve had the privilege to work alongside him on the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government and know that he will lead the House with principle.
This week in Washington, I held a press conference with over a dozen of my colleagues for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is critical that women do routine checks and self-examinations, and schedule their mammograms! Early detection is critical to preventing and treating breast cancer. Continue reading
Saturday, Oct. 21 | 7 – 9 PM
All Ages | Free
Goblins and ghouls return to the Fort King for an evening of spine-tingling tales. Bring your own chair and listen to stories of the strange and eerie. The darker it gets, the spookier the stories!
Presented in partnership with Ocala Recreation and Parks, Marion County Public System, and Ocali Storytelling Guild, Inc.
This week, we officially launched the 2023 Human Trafficking Summit. Our summit brings together survivors, law enforcement, prosecutors, victim advocates, community leaders and concerned citizens who are committed to working together to stop this crime.
John Walsh, television host and co-founder of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, is our keynote speaker for this year’s summit. As a nationally renowned crime fighter, victim advocate and host of the former hit television show America’s Most Wanted, Walsh has spent decades helping law enforcement locate missing children and solve crimes, including the recovery of more than 400,000 children. I am excited for our attendees to hear Walsh’s inspirational message about what we can do to fight back against criminals preying on vulnerable populations. Continue reading
