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U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Introduces the FLY Act to Expedite Flight Access Procedures

By West Florida News | Dec 1, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube has introduced a new bill called the Fast Lane for Youths Act (FLY Act) aimed at expediting gate passes and flight access procedures for caregivers, parents, and guardians accompanying minors and passengers needing assistance to their flights. Steube expressed his frustration with the current TSA policies, stating, "Parents, guardians, and caregivers who are assisting passengers through the airport should be able to join them in TSA’s Pre-Check processing line, so long as they are already Pre-Check qualified. In a stunning display of...

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By West Florida News | Nov 25, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 4.9% of people in DeSoto County identified as multiracial in 2021

By West Florida News | Nov 24, 2023

Of the 34,027 citizens living in DeSoto County in 2021, 95.1% said they were only one race, while 4.9% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Introduces the No Plea Deal With Terrorists Act

By West Florida News | Nov 24, 2023

WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has introduced a new bill called the No Plea Deal with Terrorists Act, which aims to prevent plea deals for individuals responsible for the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The bill specifically targets Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and his fellow Al-Qaeda conspirators, who orchestrated the September 11, 2001 attacks on America.According to Rep. Steube, the purpose of this legislation is to ensure that justice is served for the families of the nearly 3,000 victims and survivors of the 9/11 attacks. He believes that allowing Mohammed...

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Pensacola doctor on balloon sinuplasty: 'The recovery is very, very favorable for the patient compared to traditional sinus surgery'

By West Florida News | Nov 20, 2023

One strategy for cutting costs before the end of the year is to make the most of your health insurance if you've met your deductible. Many sinusitis sufferers have the opportunity to treat their issues at a lower cost during this time, and Dr. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free said a balloon sinuplasty is a quick procedure for those who struggle with sinusitis.

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By West Florida News | Nov 18, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 4.2% of people in Charlotte County identified as multiracial in 2021

By West Florida News | Nov 17, 2023

Of the 184,837 citizens living in Charlotte County in 2021, 95.8% said they were only one race, while 4.2% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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By West Florida News | Nov 11, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 4.3% of people in Sarasota County identified as multiracial in 2021

By West Florida News | Nov 10, 2023

Of the 429,336 citizens living in Sarasota County in 2021, 95.7% said they were only one race, while 4.3% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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U.S. Rep. Greg Steube Introduces Amendment To Defund Biden Administration DEI

By West Florida News | Nov 9, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has put forth an amendment to the FY24 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, known as H.R. 4664, in an effort to defund the Biden Administration's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) activities at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Rep. Steube's amendment specifically targets the Communications Equity and Diversity Council at the FCC, stating that none of the funds made available by the Act should be used for this purpose.Citing concerns about the infiltration of left-wing, progressive ideology...

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By West Florida News | Nov 4, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Licensing: which professional licenses in Sarasota County expire in October?

By West Florida News | Nov 4, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in October in Sarasota County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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Census Bureau: 8.1% of people in Lee County identified as multiracial in 2021

By West Florida News | Nov 3, 2023

Of the 752,251 citizens living in Lee County in 2021, 91.9% said they were only one race, while 8.1% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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October: 4,467 professional licenses in Lee County set to expire

By West Florida News | Nov 3, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in October in Lee County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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How many professional licenses are set to expire in October in DeSoto County?

By West Florida News | Nov 2, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in October in DeSoto County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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MediaSteube Legislation to Provide Disaster Tax Relief Advances Out of Ways and Means

By West Florida News | Nov 2, 2023

U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has announced that his legislation, H.R. 5863, The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act, has advanced out of the House Committee on Ways and Means. The bill, which passed out of committee unanimously, aims to provide tax relief for losses due to federally declared disasters and extends rules for the treatment of certain disaster-related personal casualty losses.In his remarks, Rep. Steube highlighted the urgent need for tax relief for his constituents in Florida who were financially impacted by Hurricane Ian. He emphasized that it has...

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Charlotte County professional licenses needing renewal in October

By West Florida News | Nov 1, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in October in Charlotte County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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By West Florida News | Oct 28, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Media Rep. Greg Steube Introduces the Clean Up DEBRIS Act

By West Florida News | Oct 26, 2023

WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) has introduced the Clean Up Disasters and Emergencies with Better Recovery and Immediate Support (DEBRIS) Act to ensure that privately owned communities receive the same assistance from FEMA as other homeowners in the aftermath of major disasters.The legislation aims to provide debris removal assistance to common interest communities, such as housing cooperatives, condominiums, and mobile homes that are part of an association. These communities often face significant challenges in dealing with excessive debris after a...

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By West Florida News | Oct 21, 2023

The following parishes in the West Florida News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.