Our communities in Florida’s Third have continued to recover from Hurricane Helene. Our district team has been working around the clock, visiting several counties devastated by the storm as our neighbors begin filing for FEMA, SBA, and USDA assistance. If you are in need of any help or resources as you navigate the process, please contact us. Reach out to us via email at kcammack.hurricane@mail.house.gov or via phone at (352) 505-0838 for more information.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I’m proud to serve as the Republican Co-Chair of the Congressional Women’s Caucus as we advocate for women’s health care and breast cancer awareness. Annual screenings are the key to catching cancer early, so let this serve as your reminder to schedule those mammograms and take charge of your health. If you or a loved one is fighting breast cancer, know you are never alone and we stand with you in the fight. Continue reading
Dear Neighbor,
This week was a special one for celebrating our first responders as we marked National First Responders Day and honored heroes in Alachua and Marion Counties. It was an honor to attend both Marion County and Alachua County’s celebrations for first responders in our communities. As the wife of a first responder, I’m so proud of all these brave men and women do to keep us all safe.
Our office continues to assist constituents with hurricane claims. If you or someone you know are in need of assistance filing disaster claims or locating resources following Hurricane Helene, please contact my team in Gainesville for more information. You can call (352) 505-0838 or email kcammack.hurricane@mail.house.gov.
With the new year approaching, the presidential inauguration has been scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2025 in Washington, D.C. If you are interested in attending the inauguration, please request tickets through our office on our website here. Please note that only a select number of tickets are available and recipients will be chosen through a lottery-based system to give everyone an opportunity for selection. With questions, please call our D.C. office at (202) 225-5744. Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody today issued a Consumer Alert warning Floridians who wish to give funds to those affected by Helene and Milton. Helene struck the Big Bend region of the state last month, then traveled inland leaving catastrophic flooding in six states. Milton recently made landfall in Southwest Florida, causing massive power outages and flooding throughout a large portion of the state. Attorney General Moody is reminding anyone wishing to donate to relief efforts to be on guard against scammers who may exploit the disaster for personal gain.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Our state just suffered the one-two punch of two major hurricanes—Helene and Milton. Millions were affected by these disasters. In times of hardship, generous Floridians may desire to give to relief efforts, but this is when scammers can strike. Be cautious when deciding where to donate so that your money can go to the intended cause.” Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is sharing tips with Floridians to avoid potential Federal Emergency Management Agency scams in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. Following natural disasters, fraudsters may pose as FEMA representatives and ask for sensitive information or request money in exchange for services. Scammers may also use a target’s personal information to apply for a FEMA grant and try to keep the money for themselves.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Imposter scammers may pose as FEMA representatives and try to gain access to storm victims’ personal information and federal assistance. Floridians need to be on the lookout for FEMA scams and report suspicious activity immediately.”
There are at least two different ways FEMA fraudsters attempt to scam Floridians. One of the schemes consists of scammers posing as FEMA representatives and approaching a victim’s home. The imposter may claim to be a housing inspector or other official and attempt to charge the victim for disaster assistance, inspections or help filling out an application. They also may request sensitive financial information. Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is taking legal action against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for refusing to verify immigration records for the State of Florida to ensure voter-roll integrity. Over the course of the Biden-Harris administration, millions of illegal immigrants have flooded into the country. Florida has an interest in ensuring that only American citizens are registered to vote. Recently, the state identified registered voters who may not be U.S. citizens, and DHS refuses to provide information necessary to determine their immigration status. Attorney General Moody is taking legal action to ensure noncitizens are not on the voter rolls.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Voting is a right granted to American citizens—not illegal immigrants or other noncitizens. The Biden-Harris administration has allowed millions of illegal immigrants into the country, and we must ensure that only citizens are on our voter rolls. I am taking legal action against the Department of Homeland Security and Secretary Mayorkas to ensure Florida is able to maintain the integrity of our state’s voter rolls.” Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody recognized the Tampa Police Department’s frontline officers for their tireless efforts during Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. At TPD’s final Hurricane Deployment Roll Call Wednesday, Attorney General Moody honored the officers with a Thin Line Tribute. The tribute honors the commitment of the TPD frontline officers who worked throughout the natural disasters to keep Tampa safe.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Florida was hit by not one, but two ferocious storms within two weeks. Unfazed, our frontline law enforcement officers worked before, during and in the aftermath of both major hurricanes, all in an effort to protect Floridians and help our state recover—some neglecting their own property and personal safety to serve the citizens of Tampa. On behalf of the state of Florida, I want to say thank you to these selfless heroes with our Thin Line Tribute.” Continue reading
Fridays & Saturdays | 6 – 8 PM Downtown Square
Live music while you shop, dine, & unwind downtown. Are you a fan of live music events? Look no further! The City of Ocala hosts a multitude of sensational live music events throughout the year. If you would like to stay updated on these exciting events, we invite you to sign up for our email newsletter specifically dedicated to live music.
Live On the Square– Halfway Hippie
Date:11/02/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Live On the Square– Jeff Jarrett
Date: 11/08/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Live On the Square– Becky Baby
Date: 11/09/2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
After Dark in the Park Movie Series
It’s movie time! Join us for FREE movies throughout the year at different City of Ocala parks. Be sure to bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. We will have concessions available for purchase like snacks, popcorn and soda. No registration is required to attend our movies, simply show up, get comfortable and enjoy the show!
Santa Buddies
- Citizens’ Circle | 151 SE Osceola Ave.
- Friday, Dec. 13 | 7 PM
When Puppy Paws, the feisty son of Santa Paws, forgets the true meaning of the season, it’s up to the Buddies to remind him that the true meaning of Christmas spirit is about things you can’t wrap in a box or tie with a bow. Unleash a stockingful of Christmas cheer for you and your family with this fun-filled film.
Nov 3 Exploration Hike
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PEAR Park Gateway in Leesburg
Join staff on an early evening hike to get some exercise while exploring nature at PEAR Park.
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Nov 4 Florida Friendly Fruit Trees (UF/IFAS Master Gardener)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla
In Florida, we are fortunate to have a climate that allows us to grow some pretty interesting plants. Fruit trees are a popular option for many.
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Nov 6 Evening Wildlife Bike Ride
3:30 PM – 6:30 PM Green Mountain Scenic Overlook & Trailhead in Montverde
Bring your bicycle and learn about the flora and fauna of Lake Apopka as you peddle away with Park Staff on an 8.5 mile round trip bike ride
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Nov 6 Ecosystem Warriors
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Hickory Point in Tavares
Learn about aquatic habitats while hiking on the wetland boardwalk. Ages: 6th – 8th grade. Limit 15. Reservations required.
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(NAPSI)—In 2022, Lisa Reed was eagerly anticipating her 70th birthday. She had plans to travel to Italy and was looking forward to spending more quality time with her grandchildren. But a persistent cough, worsened by a bout of COVID-19, led her to the emergency room in her hometown of Sante Fe. There, a series of tests, including a high-resolution chest CT of her lungs, revealed something unexpected: pulmonary fibrosis (PF).
Symptoms of PF, such as chronic dry cough, fatigue and shortness of breath, can often be confused with other more common illnesses, making it difficult to diagnose. In Reed’s case, her chest CT showed the presence of white tissue on her lungs—a characteristic sign of scarring and inflammation.
Like many others diagnosed with PF, Reed had never heard of the disease. Her internet search was startling, revealing that PF causes progressive and irreversible scarring in the lungs. It is part of a family of over 200 interstitial lung diseases (ILD) that affect more than 250,000 Americans. Continue reading
