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Sunday, May 12, 2024
Florida DEP permit activity for Gulf and Franklin Counties
Friday, May 10, 2024
Gulf Coast State College has announced the recipients of the Pathways to Success Scholarship, a program designed to support students in their transition from high school to college
Gulf Coast State College
has announced the recipients of the Pathways to Success Scholarship, a program
designed to support students in their transition from high school to college.
The scholarship was established in 2016 through
collaboration between the Alfred I. duPont Foundation, Gulf Coast State
College, Gulf Coast State College Foundation, the Franklin County School
District, and Gulf County School District.
The Pathways to Success Scholarship was created to support
first-generation college students who demonstrate academic achievement,
personal integrity, and extracurricular involvement throughout middle and high
school.
This year there were 9 recipients for the scholarship
in Franklin and Gulf Counties.
Recipients from the Franklin County School Laelah
Carranza, Onamae Millender, and Ansley Savage.
Port St. Joe High School recipients Leonard “CJ”
Conway, Jr., Danica Kelly, and Zhyion Quinn and Wewahitchka High School
recipients were Desirae Causey, Haylee Webb, and Avery Davis.
The recipients will be recognized at the upcoming
Gulf Coast State College Board of Trustees meeting, scheduled for May 16th, at
the Gulf/Franklin Campus.
Duke Energy’s Florida customers will see lower electric bills following the Florida Public Service Commission’s approval of the company's request to reduce fuel charges on customer bills
Duke Energy’s Florida customers will see lower electric bills following the Florida Public Service Commission’s approval of the company's request to reduce fuel charges on customer bills.
As of result, a typical residential 1,000-kWh monthly customer bill will be reduced by $5.90, or almost 4%, with the new rates taking effect beginning in June.
The savings are in addition to the $11.29 monthly decrease that went into effect in January.
Similarly, typical commercial and industrial customers will see a bill decrease between 3.5% and 7.0%, based on factors such as industry type and differences in customer use patterns.
And remember, Duke Energy also offers several energy efficiency programs and tools like usage alerts and pick your own due date to help Florida customers take more control over their energy use and bills.
As of result, a typical residential 1,000-kWh monthly customer bill will be reduced by $5.90, or almost 4%, with the new rates taking effect beginning in June.
The savings are in addition to the $11.29 monthly decrease that went into effect in January.
Similarly, typical commercial and industrial customers will see a bill decrease between 3.5% and 7.0%, based on factors such as industry type and differences in customer use patterns.
And remember, Duke Energy also offers several energy efficiency programs and tools like usage alerts and pick your own due date to help Florida customers take more control over their energy use and bills.
This week is Arson awareness week in Florida – a chance for the state to urge the public to help prevent wildfires by reporting suspected arson
This week is Arson awareness week in Florida – a chance for the state to urge the public to help prevent wildfires by reporting suspected arson.
Nearly 80% of wildfires in Florida are human-caused and some are intentional.
So far this year, there have been 780 wildfires burning 18,740 acres in Florida.
Arson on wooded lands is a felony, punishable by a fine of up to $5,000, five years in prison, or both.
Arson costs the state millions of dollars a year and not only threatens homes, property and natural resources, but also places the lives of Floridians at risk.
Florida has a 12-month wildfire season, but most large fires occur during the spring.
April, May and June typically receive less rainfall than other months, which tends to increase the number and severity of wildfires.
To report suspicious wildfire activity, contact the state’s Arson Alert Hotline at 1-800-342-5869.
Callers can remain anonymous and information about wildland arson could result in a reward up to $5,000.
To learn more, visit https://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Wildland-Fire/Fire-Prevention/Be-Wildfire-Ready/Report-Arson
Nearly 80% of wildfires in Florida are human-caused and some are intentional.
So far this year, there have been 780 wildfires burning 18,740 acres in Florida.
Arson on wooded lands is a felony, punishable by a fine of up to $5,000, five years in prison, or both.
Arson costs the state millions of dollars a year and not only threatens homes, property and natural resources, but also places the lives of Floridians at risk.
Florida has a 12-month wildfire season, but most large fires occur during the spring.
April, May and June typically receive less rainfall than other months, which tends to increase the number and severity of wildfires.
To report suspicious wildfire activity, contact the state’s Arson Alert Hotline at 1-800-342-5869.
Callers can remain anonymous and information about wildland arson could result in a reward up to $5,000.
To learn more, visit https://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Wildland-Fire/Fire-Prevention/Be-Wildfire-Ready/Report-Arson
FRANKLIN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY PET OF THE WEEK
Charles is a 1 yr old terrier mix and is a happy, slightly shy little guy. We love his sturdy build and expression. He likes other dogs and walks well on leash. He weighs 28 lbs and needs a loving home with people looking for a smallish dog. What a cutie!
We are always looking for people willing to bring one of our
animals into their home to be fostered for various needs.
Any time you can spare would be greatly appreciated.
Call Karen at 670-8417 for more details or visit the Franklin
County Humane Society at 244 State Road 65 in Eastpoint.
You may logon to the website at www.forgottenpets.org to see
more of our adoptable pets.
Weekly Chamber E-news from the Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce
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News and New Additions! - The monthly newsletter of the City of Mexico Beach
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