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Florida sees decline in Medicaid recipients with June numbers falling to 4.36 million
Florida – June saw a further decline in enrollment numbers for Florida’s Medicaid program, which adds to the continuous trend…
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Florida Lottery introduces Monopoly Secret Vault scratch-off games with over $685 million in total cash prizes
Tallahassee, Florida – The Florida Lottery has announced the launch of the new Monopoly Secret Vault family of Scratch-Off games. Licensed…
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Georgia man sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for cocaine distribution in Florida
Gainesville, Florida – A 52-year-old man from Georgia, Frederick Anthony Forbes, has been sentenced to 168 months in federal prison following…
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Exciting new promotion from Florida Lottery offers VIP NASCAR trip and cash prizes
Tallahassee, Florida – The Florida Lottery announced the launch of the limited-time 2024 NASCAR Powerball Playoff™ Bonus Play Promotion. This exciting…
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Convicted felon from Gainesville sentenced to 144 months in prison for firearm offense
Gainesville, Florida – A 44-year-old Gainesville resident, Ethan Anderson, has been sentenced to 144 months in federal prison. This sentence…
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Kissimmee woman sentenced to 37-month federal prison term for smuggling firearms internationally
Kissimmee, Florida – Carlos Mendoza, a U.S. District Court Judge for the Middle District of Florida, has sentenced Chrissie Fier…
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Florida Lottery seeks winner of FANTASY 5 drawing from January 3 as claim deadline approaches
Tallahassee, Florida – The Florida Lottery is looking for the lucky holder of a FANTASY 5® top-prize winning ticket worth $57,598.31,…
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Governor DeSantis enhances veteran care with recent legislation in Florida
Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis has reaffirmed Florida’s commitment to being the nation’s leader in veteran support by signing House Bill…
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Governor Ron DeSantis signs budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 focusing on key investments and tax relief
Tallahassee, Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis has signed the ‘Focus on Florida’s Future’ Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The new budget…
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Florida Lottery launches four new scratch-off games with over $157 million in prizes
Tallahassee, Florida – The Florida Lottery announced four new Scratch-Off games, designed to add excitement to the upcoming summer months. With…
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