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Congressman Mahoney in Ft. Pierce

10-31-2008

With less than a week to go before Election Day Democratic Congressman Tim Mahoney is once again making public appearances. As Jill Roberts tells us despite recent scandals, the Congressman appeared confident and relaxed in addressing the Farm City BBQ in Fort Pierce.

State House District 72

10-31-2008

For the first time in a decade a Democrat is vying to fill House Seat 72. Democrat Judy “J.J” Juliano is taking on incumbent Republican Paige Kreegel. District 72 encompasses DeSoto County, much of Charlotte and a sliver of Lee – including Lehigh Acres. WGCU’s Valerie Alker spoke to the candidates and has this report.

New Phosphorous Removal Technology

10-31-2008

Water managers are looking at a relatively new technology used to remove phosphorous from water as a promising way to clean up Lake Okeechobee. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports.

Florida House District 77 Race

10-30-2008

Voters in Collier, Glades, Hendry and Highlands counties will choose a candidate for Florida House seat 77 in the upcoming election. District 77 extends from the Southwestern border of Lake Okeechobee through northern portions of Collier County. Democratic candidate Elton Gissendanner faces Republican incumbent, Denise Grimsley. WGCU’s John Davis talked to both candidates about their political positions and visions for the district’s future.

Emission Decision Postponed

10-30-2008

Florida has chosen to wait on the outcome of new federal guidelines before it decides whether to adopt California’s tougher standards for auto emissions. Trimmel Gomes reports.

iROX Ahead of Schedule

10-30-2008

The massive I-75 expansion project dubbed “iROX” celebrated its one year anniversary on October 28th with some good news: it’s 5 months ahead of schedule. WGCU’s Katie Pankow reports.

Tourism Officials on Offshore Drilling

10-30-2008

Tourism is Florida’s biggest industry, attracting millions of visitors to its beaches. That’s one of the main reasons the state’s tourism industry has long been opposed to offshore drilling…But not any more. State tourism officials now say they believe beaches and oil rigs can peacefully coexist. Trimmel Gomes has more.

Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie Rivers Watershed Protection Plan

10-28-2008

The South Florida Water Management District wraps up the comment period on its proposed Watershed Protection Plan for the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie Rivers this week. WGCU’s Valerie Alker reports.

District 70

10-28-2008

First term state lawmaker, Republican Doug Holder, is facing off against Democrat Sam Rosenfeld to represent House District 70 in Tallahassee. The District includes much of Sarasota County, reaching from Siesta Key to Nokomis and Englewood. WGCU’s Valerie Alker spoke to the candidates and has this report.

St. John's River Cleanup

10-28-2008

Governor Charlie Crist is hailing the recently announced partnership to spend about 600-million dollars to help clean up the St. Johns River. Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Search Committee for New University System Chancellor

10-28-2008

The search is on for a new university system Chancellor. The Florida Board of Governor’s held its first search committee meeting Monday to start looking for a replacement. In the meantime a person is already being considered to serve as a temporary stand-in. Lynn Hatter reports.

Missing Children Bill

10-28-2008

During the tenth Florida Missing Children’s Day ceremony at the Capitol Monday Governor Charlie Crist signed a bill bolstering the state’s ability to locate endangered missing adults. Margie Menzel reports.

Charlotte Sheriff's Race

10-27-2008

Charlotte County residents have a choice of four candidates in this year's Sheriff's race. Outgoing Sheriff John Davenport is leaving after just four years on the job. WGCU's Valerie Alker spoke to the men who want to replace him and has this report.

Susan Rice in Tallahassee

10-24-2008

Some say no state is more crucial to the outcome of the presidential election than Florida. Senator Barack Obama’s foreign policy advisor Susan Rice stopped in Tallahassee Thursday to talk about Obama’s plan to get the U.S. back in good standing with the rest of the world. Lynn Hatter reports.

John McCain in Sarasota

10-24-2008

Senator John McCain addressed a lively crowd in Sarasota Thursday evening. The Republican presidential candidate appealed to Florida middle-class voters and small business owners. Alex Newberry reports.

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