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How much should a Florida legislator earn?

How much should a Florida legislator earn?

A state lawmaker from Ocoee hopes his salary survey bill will lead to pay increases — and open the doors for greater diversity in the legislature.

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Ocoee sets District 4 commissioner special election for June 13

Ocoee sets District 4 commissioner special election for June 13

Winner to fill out remainder of term vacated by former commissioner.

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Bracy Davis introduces bill that would let Ocoee Scholarship funds be used at out-of-state universities

Bracy Davis introduces bill that would let Ocoee Scholarship funds be used at out-of-state universities

State Sen. Thompson sponsors legislation to create a similar fund for Groveland Four descendants, provide assistance to Black businesses.

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Ocoee Mayor Rusty Johnson wins re-election with more than 60 percent of the vote

Ocoee Mayor Rusty Johnson wins re-election with more than 60 percent of the vote

Ocoee sticks with tried and true as Commissioner Richard Firstner also retains District 3 seat. Scott Kennedy wins in District 1.

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Republican lawmakers introduce near-total abortion ban at the start of legislative session

Republican lawmakers introduce near-total abortion ban at the start of legislative session

Proposed legislation would ban most abortions after six weeks and would specifically prohibit women from obtaining abortion pills by mail, retail pharmacy or telehealth appointments and from using state funds to travel out of state for an abortion.

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With no challengers for town council, Windermere may not hold election for second consecutive year

With no challengers for town council, Windermere may not hold election for second consecutive year

Two-term Town Council Member Bill Martini says he will not seek re-election.

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Ocoee commissioner announces mayoral bid in video that expert says may violate campaign finance law

Ocoee commissioner announces mayoral bid in video that expert says may violate campaign finance law

George Oliver says he “wasn’t aware” seeking campaign donations from city hall is prohibited; will remove video.

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Critics say state Board of Education proposed amendment to teacher code of conduct could target LGBTQ+ students

Critics say state Board of Education proposed amendment to teacher code of conduct could target LGBTQ+ students

Proposal would suspend or revoke licenses of teachers who don’t comply.

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Rusty Johnson to seek third term as Ocoee mayor

Rusty Johnson to seek third term as Ocoee mayor

Local election season gets an early start with announcement.

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Republican candidates in West Orange handily win several races, though not a sweep.

Republican candidates in West Orange handily win several races, though not a sweep.

Florida GOP donations to races helped candidates win

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Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office extends hours for voter registration

Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office extends hours for voter registration

Extended hours will let county residents, who are unable to come in during regular business hours, to register on Saturday and past Monday's regular business hours, ahead of Tuesday's deadline.

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Got Voter ID?

Got Voter ID?

Having trouble locating the required documents for a Florida ID? VoterRiders can help with that.

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