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Donalds will be Florida's first Black governor when he takes office Jan. 5, and his victory over Democrat David Jolly extends the GOP's 28-year hold on the state's governor's mansion.
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WUSFWe discuss some of the more closely watched races and issues. Adding expert commentary is Tom Scherberger, a contributing editor with the Florida Trident. -
gpointstudio/stock.adobe.comOn “Florida Matters Live & Local,” the CEO of Crisis Center of Tampa Bay gives advice on how to get through election-related stress.
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Republican Blaise Ingoglia — first appointed to the position by Gov. Ron DeSantis — has now received voter approval to be the state's CFO. -
It was a tight race, but Wilton Simpson will remain in office, overseeing farming, food safety, concealed carry permits and more. -
Republican Rep. Scott Franklin easily turned away Democrat Curtis Gibson win a redrawn District 18. The school referendum adds a 1-mill property tax for school operations and employee retention. -
James Uthmeier had previously been appointed to the role by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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Baptist Health CareMark Faulkner, who has led the health system for 14 years, is stepping down at the end of June, with chief operating officer Brett Aldridge becoming the fifth CEO in the organization's 75-year history.
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