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‘Alcohol to go’ on move in Florida House

TALLAHASSEE — A measure that has been dubbed the “alcohol to go” bill will have to travel back to the Senate, as lawmakers continue trying to agree on details.

Senate advances ‘Free Seat’ program

TALLAHASSEE — A Senate proposal that would provide free online courses at state universities to people who have been out of college for five years is moving again after it was tabled last week.

‘Hometown Heroes’ team up for good cause

LIVE OAK — Area first responders will look to deliver Saturday morning once again for Vivid Visions.

Motor home blowout causes minor injuries

A blowout on a motor home sent debris flying across Interstate 75 on Sunday afternoon, but caused only minor injuries.

DeSantis attacks YouTube over covid-19 video

TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday railed against YouTube and Google for removing a video of a covid-19 discussion he had with scientists who oppose government lockdowns, school closures and mask wearing, calling it “censorship.

LO Council considers Pilgrim’s donation

LIVE OAK — Pilgrim’s Pride is looking to serve up improvements for parks in Suwannee County. At Tuesday’s Live Oak City Council meeting, set for 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 101 White Ave. SE, the council will consider approving an agreement with Pilgrim’s for a $335,000 donation.

State grants schools, students flexibility

TALLAHASSEE — Answering the question of how the state would handle standardized testing this year, the Florida Department of Education issued an emergency order Friday waiving accountability measures tied to state exams.

Suwannee board restricts internet cafes

The house may not actually win in Suwannee County. The Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved establishing a moratorium of 180 days on permitting new internet cafes to open in the county at Tuesday’s board meeting.

Online tax plan heads to DeSantis

TALLAHASSEE — A plan to use taxes on sales by out-of-state online retailers to help Florida businesses is heading to Gov. Ron DeSantis after passing the House and Senate on Thursday.

Senate supports state retirement system revamp

TALLAHASSEE — Amid fierce opposition from Democrats, the Florida Senate on Thursday approved a proposal that would block future teachers and other government workers from enrolling in the state’s traditional pension plan.