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FEMA funds arriving from 2017
$64 MILLION FINALLY COMING?: It seems Charlotte County is finally going to get about $64 million in FEMA funds - some of it that was set to arrive after Hurricane Irma nearly a decade ago.
Report: Sarasota County water meets all standards
VENICE — The 300,000 people who regularly hydrate with Sarasota County water imbibed a beverage last year that met all of the state's standards with no violations, according to the 2025 Consumer Confidence Report.
'They'll be replenished 100%' | Braun says state will make up for lost funds during gas tax holiday
The gas sales and excise tax suspension has created a combined loss of $533 million for state and local government budgets to fix Indiana's roads.
Muncie files new misconduct complaint against city firefighter and will try to fire him — again
The latest complaint will trigger a disciplinary hearing where Troy Dulaney can defend himself and try to save his job.
Manatee County’s burn ban remains in effect amid ongoing drought conditions
The Manatee County burn ban continues as wildfire risks rise. Discover what activities are prohibited during this period.
Greenwood proposes new wheel and vehicle excise tax
GREENWOOD, Ind. - Car owners in Greenwood might have to cough up a little more cash as the city has been discussing a new wheel and vehicle excise tax. If your car is registered in Greenwood, you would have to pay $25 annually. If you own a bus, semi, or RV, you would have to…
Documents reveal child welfare special advisor’s duties
Gov. Mike Braun's special advisor on child welfare, Adam Krupp, has been conducting research and meetings with various organizations and experts since his appointment in April, while earning a $210,000 salary, which has been criticized by Senator Fady Qaddoura as not being a good…
Jeffersonville City Councilman launches bid to replace Mayor Mike Moore
City Councilman, Bill Burns, is the second to launch a mayoral campaign to replace Jeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore.
Southern Indiana mayor concerned about new taskforce to negotiate local income taxes
New Albany mayor Jeff Gahan worries negotiations over how income taxes are distributed to critical local services may be based on flawed financial information.
Indiana: Stop playing politics with kids’ food.
In Indiana, over 650,000 kids are without consistent meals this summer because the state opted out of an important federal food program. I just introduced a bill to change that. […]
Rouson drops Ken Welch endorsement, gives full support to Charlie Crist in St. Pete mayor’s race
Less than a month after making headlines for endorsing both leading candidates in St. Petersburg’s mayoral race, outgoing state Senator Darryl Rouson has changed course. Rouson announced Thursday that he is rescinding his endorsement of incumbent Mayor Ken Welch and is now…
The Scoop: Thurs. July 9, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
New water treatment will help Tampa target PFAS chemicals as the city works to improve the safety and quality of drinking water..