Tallahassee, Fla.—This year’s hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the Florida Department of Health encourages you to make preparations that can help ensure your safety should severe weather occur. In 2016 our state saw the first large-scale hurricane event in a decade. Every hurricane season should be treated as a serious threat, and taking simple precautions can help you stay healthy and safe when weather-related hazards impact the state.
“Last year’s active hurricane season served as a reminder about the importance of planning ahead for emergencies,” said State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health Dr. Celeste Philip. “I strongly encourage everyone to have an updated emergency plan and an emergency supply kit that is specific to your needs and the needs of your loved ones.”
Here’s how you can prepare for the 2017 Hurricane Season: Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott signed the following bills into law:
| CS/CS/SB 18 | Relief of ‘Survivor’ and the Estate of ‘Victim’ – This bill directs the Florida Department of Children and Families to provide a total of $3.75 million in compensation relief to Victor Barahona and the estate of Nubia Barahona.
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| CS/CS/SB 80 | Public Records – This bill specifies the conditions under which a court may award attorney fees in public record disputes.
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| CS/SB 818 | Timeshares – This bill revises definitions and requirements for termination of timeshare plans and creates a new section related to the extension of the terms of timeshares. |
MVP Athletic Club was honored May 10, 2017 as more than 300 local dignitaries looked on, receiving the 2017 Lake County Community Service Award for involvement and service in our The Villages – Spanish Springs Town Square, The Villages – Brownwood Paddock Square, Boys & Girls Clubs of Lake and Sumter Counties and Lake County communities
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