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House seeks speedier redistricting

Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida As a House committee began working Thursday to possibly redraw Florida congressional districts that would be more favorable to Republicans, its chairman pushed for a quicker timeline than suggested by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Senate President Ben Albritton.In discussing the process to redraw congressional lines, House Select Committee on Congressional…

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Divided Gadsden County Commission Approves Budget Amendments, Increases Pay for Armed Security

Fabrizio GowdyGadsden County News Service  County commissioners were divided Monday as they voted to approve budget amendments and increase pay for armed security personnel at county buildings. Commissioners voted 3-2 to transfer $313,158.62 from the county’s fund balance to court services ($121,570.17) and library services ($191,588.45). According to Finance Director Rose Raynak, the adjustments were…

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Gadsden County Extension Column

Why fairs matter: Connecting agriculture to the community In just a few short days, the North Florida Fair will kick off 11 days of exhibits, entertainment, and family fun from November 6 – 16. While many people think of fairs as a place for funnel cakes and carnival rides, they’re also deeply rooted in agriculture…

County commissioners vote to look for new lobbying firm

Fabrizio GowdyCorrespondent  At its Oct. 21 meeting, the Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to search for a new lobbying firm to represent the board’s interests, choosing not to extend its agreement with Tallahassee-based Ballard Partners. Commissioners say decision was driven by Ballard’s failure to send a representative to the meeting or appear…

Guns and pot case put on hold

Jim SaundersNews Service of Florida The Supreme Court’s decision will have a big impact on the Florida lawsuit.After the U.S. Supreme Court this week said it will hear a case focused on the same federal law, a judge Thursday put on hold a long-running lawsuit about whether Florida medical-marijuana patients can be barred from having…

Legislators look at ‘tweaks’ to growth law

Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida State legislators are discussing the possibility of revising a new law that has drawn legal challenges because it blocks cities and counties from approving “more restrictive or burdensome” changes to growth plans.Senate Majority Leader Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, said Monday during a Manatee County legislative delegation meeting that he has talked…

Judge Weighs Medical Marijuana Licenses

Dara KamNews Service of Florida A hearing that began Monday is slated to run through mid-February. The new licenses are required under a 2017 law that called for boosting the number of licenses as the number of eligible patients increases.A monthslong hearing kicked off Monday in a fierce licensure battle over a rare opportunity to…

House offers menu of property tax cuts

Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida The Florida House of Representatives has rolled out a series of proposed constitutional amendments to cut property taxes, while looking to shield funding for schools and law enforcement.House Speaker Daniel Perez, R-Miami, outlined the menu of proposals, which came as Gov. Ron DeSantis has made a top priority of asking…

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