The House and Senate proposed budgets to defund the “Florida Forever” conservation program

The Florida legislature’s proposed budgets could severely restrict or defund Florida Forever, one of the state’s land conservation programs.

The Free Senior Health Clinic could close next week

The Free Senior Health Clinic at the Claude Pepper Senior Center could close, due to the center not having a lease agreement for the property or liability insurance.

The Senate approved a bill targeting unions

The bill could become law if the House passes its companion bill this week, and it would require public-sector labor unions to secure at least 50% of the votes of all employees in the bargaining unit to recertify.

Historic Pharmacy closes down

The historic pharmacy on the corner of Manatee Avenue East and Ninth Street East closed last week after more than 130 years in business.

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