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Governor DeSantis appoints Lisa Yeager to Pasco County Board

By East Volusia News | May 16, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of Lisa Yeager to the Pasco County Board of County Commissioners.

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Governor DeSantis appoints eight members to Lower Florida Keys Hospital District

By East Volusia News | May 16, 2024

On May 16, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of eight individuals to the Lower Florida Keys Hospital District. The appointees include Mary Chambers, Stephen Hammond, James “Doc” Muir, Kathryn Ovide, Mary Spottswood, Erica Sterling, Lesley Thompson, and Richard Toppino.

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Governor Ron DeSantis signs eleven new bills into law

By East Volusia News | May 16, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis today enacted eleven bills into law. The list of signed legislation includes CS/CS/CS/HB 267 – Building Regulations, HB 5401 – Judges, CS/CS/HB 1567 – Qualifications for County Emergency Management Directors, CS/CS/HB 1133 – Violations Against Vulnerable Road Users, CS/HB 793 – Coral Springs Improvement District in Broward County, and CS/HB 867 – North River Ranch Improvement Stewardship District in Manatee County.

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Governor DeSantis appoints five members to Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

By East Volusia News | May 16, 2024

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has announced the appointment of five individuals to the Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority. The appointees include Edward Bielarski, Craig Carter, Eric Lawson, David Haslam, and Robert “Chip” Skinner.

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Seth Jones, former New Smyrna Beach High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By East Volusia News | May 16, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Celeste Delorenzo, former Seabreeze High School softball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By East Volusia News | May 16, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number 14 seed.

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Governor Ron DeSantis signs three new bills into law

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis put his signature on three bills: CS/CS/HB 1645 – Energy Resources, CS/CS/HB 1331 – Commodities Produced by Forced Labor, and HB 7071 – Foreign Investments by the State Board of Administration.

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Au'sean Owens, former New Smyrna Beach High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Charleston Golden Eagles.

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Davin Landers, former New Smyrna Beach High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number five seed.

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The NCAA D2 Baseball Championship Tournament is ready to begin with the collegiate team of former Seabreeze High School Zach Banks participating

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Former Seabreeze High School standout Brock Chance’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Baseball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Former Spruce Creek High School - Volusia Co standout Knute Rockey’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Baseball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Delta State Statesmen.

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Former Spruce Creek High School - Volusia Co standout Joe Balsam’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Baseball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Camden Traficante, former Spruce Creek High School - Volusia Co baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By East Volusia News | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Governor DeSantis orders flags at half-staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day

By East Volusia News | May 14, 2024

Governor Ron DeSantis issued a memorandum on May 14, 2024, addressed to Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Development and Management. The memorandum was in regard to Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day that honors the lives of local, state, and federal officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty.

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Governor DeSantis expands state of emergency in North Florida

By East Volusia News | May 13, 2024

Following the severe weather conditions that affected North Florida on Friday, May 10, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order (EO) 24-94 to declare a state of emergency in several counties. Today, Governor DeSantis expanded the scope of the emergency declaration with Executive Order 24-95, extending it to a total of 15 counties.

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Florida governor approves $4.9 million to combat human trafficking

By East Volusia News | May 13, 2024

In a significant move to combat human trafficking, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the approval of $4.9 million in the 2024–2025 budget. This funding will expand access to emergency beds for victims of human trafficking and provide additional support staff. Furthermore, a $900,000 grant opportunity will be established through the Department of Children and Families to enhance training for law enforcement officers who respond to human trafficking incidents.

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Governor Ron DeSantis signs anti-human trafficking bill HB 7063

By East Volusia News | May 13, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill today: HB 7063 – Anti-human Trafficking. The transmittal letter is available for viewing online.

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Florida governor awards $2.3 million to boost military community infrastructure

By East Volusia News | May 13, 2024

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has announced the awarding of $2.3 million through the Defense Infrastructure Grant Program, aimed at strengthening Florida's military communities and supporting their economic development.

Which former East Volusia News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By East Volusia News | May 12, 2024

These former East Volusia News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.