TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that Florida’s Aging Network received a $400,000 grant from the WellMed Charitable Foundation to continue support of seniors in their recovery from Hurricane Ian through Florida’s Hope Florida – A Pathway to Purpose Hope Hero volunteer program.   “We’ve seen the power of our Hope Hero volunteers […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Last week, Hurricane Nicole made landfall along Florida’s east coast as a Category 1 hurricane. Since then, the State of Florida has worked with its public and private partners to expedite recovery efforts. Completed projects include: power has been restored to accounts that can safely receive it, all state-owned bridges have been inspected and […]

Roadway Opening in Flagler, St. Johns and Volusia Counties   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reopening of all sections of State Road (S.R.) A1A with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) expediting emergency repairs in the wake of Hurricane Nicole. “FDOT has completed emergency repairs on the last three storm-damaged sections of S.R. A1A, and reopened the roadway after only three days of work,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “FDOT crews have been working to complete repairs in […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This week, Governor Ron DeSantis gave briefings at the State Emergency Operations Center and traveled the state to survey damage in areas across the east coast of Florida that were impacted by Hurricane Nicole. Last night, less than two days after Hurricane Nicole made landfall, all accounts that lost power and can safely receive […]

Governor also announced Keeping Florida Free Transition Team   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced his 2022–2023 transition chairs, as well as the launch of JoinTeamDeSantis.com where those interested in public service may apply for positions in the DeSantis Administration.   “During my second term in office, we will remain focused on continuing to […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was at the State Emergency Operations Center to monitor and issue updates on Tropical Storm Nicole. Nicole made landfall as a Category 1 Hurricane near Vero Beach early Thursday and has weakened to a Tropical Storm as it moves through the Florida peninsula. Tropical Storm Nicole is expected to move up […]

MEMORANDUM TO:                 Members of the Press FROM:           Taryn Fenske, Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantis DATE:            Thursday, November 10, 2022 RE:                 Executive Order 22-256 (Amending Executive Order 22-253, Emergency Management – Hurricane […]

TO:                 Members of the Press FROM:           Taryn Fenske, Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantis DATE:            Wednesday, November 9, 2022 RE:                 Executive Order 22-255 (Amending Executive Order 22-253, Emergency Management – Tropical Storm […]

Contest winners will receive prizes sponsored by the Seminole Tribe of Florida   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. November 4, 2022 — Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida announced the official launch of the Native American Heritage Month student contests in partnership with the Seminole Tribe of Florida. This year’s contests are focused on the theme of “Celebrating […]