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Sen. Rick Scott Donates Salary to The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

Washington, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott and his wife, Ann Scott, have announced their decision to donate a portion of his 4th quarter Senate salary to The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg. The museum, which aims to honor the memory of the millions who suffered in the Holocaust and prevent future genocides, has received ongoing support from Senator Scott since he took office in 2019.Speaking about the donation, Senator Rick Scott expressed his pride in supporting the museum's mission. He highlighted the rise in antisemitic events and the importance of educating...

Sen. Rick Scott Urges Grocery Stores to Stop Selling Sewage Garlic from China

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

Today, Senator Rick Scott has called on America's major grocery stores to take action and remove Chinese sewage garlic from their shelves. In a letter addressed to the grocers, Senator Scott emphasizes the need to prioritize customer safety and ensure that only safe and verifiable products are sold to consumers.This initiative follows a previous letter sent by Senator Scott to Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, urging the Department of Commerce to investigate the food safety of garlic grown in Communist China. Recent reports have highlighted the alarming conditions in...

Senators and Representatives Demand Delay of Red-Tape Rule on Small Businesses

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

Senators Rick Scott and Mike Rounds, along with House Financial Services Chairman Patrick McHenry and Representative Warren Davidson, have led a group of 76 colleagues in sending a letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, and Andrea Gacki, Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), requesting a delay in the implementation of new reporting requirements for small businesses. The letter expresses significant concerns about the impact of the new federal reporting requirements on small businesses and calls for a delay in the January 1st...

Rubio, Vance, Hawley: Protect American Steel From Foreign Control

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

Japan-based Nippon Steel Corporation's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel Corporation, one of America's prominent steel companies, has raised concerns among U.S. lawmakers. Despite alternative offers from American steel companies and consortiums of investors, Nippon Steel Corporation is on track to control a leading steel company in the United States. This has sparked discussions about the potential economic and national security implications of allowing a foreign nation to have control over a critical industry.U.S. Senators Marco Rubio, J.D. Vance, and Josh Hawley have...

Sens. Rick Scott and Gary Peters Applaud Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Mitigate Waste, Fraud and Abuse Following Natural Disasters

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Rick Scott and Gary Peters have commended the passing of the bipartisan Disaster Contract Improvement Act, a bill aimed at improving the disaster contracting process and reducing waste, fraud, and abuse following natural disasters.The bill, co-sponsored by Senators Scott, Peters, and Jacky Rosen, seeks to protect victims of natural disasters by ensuring that post-disaster services are delivered promptly and that taxpayer dollars are used solely for the purpose of aiding impacted communities. The Disaster Contract Improvement Act was approved by...

Senate Passes Rubio, Smith Resolution to Recognize November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The U.S. Senate has taken a significant step in the fight against lung cancer by passing a resolution to designate November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. This resolution, introduced by Senators Marco Rubio and Tina Smith, aims to raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis, screening, and treatment for this deadly disease.According to Senator Rubio, "This resolution is a critical step in the ongoing effort to combat lung cancer. By designating November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we are shining a spotlight on the urgent need for...

Stephon Payne III, former Andrew Jackson High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins won 75-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Monday, December 18.

Robert McCray V, former A.c. Flora High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

On Monday, December 18, Bishop John J. Snyder High School standout Gyasi Powell competed in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

On Monday, December 18, Simeon Career Academy High School standout Jalen Griffith competed in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins won 75-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Monday, December 18.

On Monday, December 18, former South Walton High School standout Carson Brown’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

Lucas Gibb, former Miami Beach Senior High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins won 75-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Monday, December 18.

On Monday, December 18, Sickles High School standout Bryce Workman competed in NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The Jacksonville Dolphins won 75-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Monday, December 18.

On Monday, December 18, former Lake Norman Charter High School standout Jonathan Kurtas’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Duval Times | Dec 19, 2023

The game took place in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Sen. Rick Scott Donates Salary to The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg

Sen. Rick Scott Urges Grocery Stores to Stop Selling Sewage Garlic from China

Senators and Representatives Demand Delay of Red-Tape Rule on Small Businesses

Rubio, Vance, Hawley: Protect American Steel From Foreign Control

Sens. Rick Scott and Gary Peters Applaud Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Mitigate Waste, Fraud and Abuse Following Natural Disasters

Senate Passes Rubio, Smith Resolution to Recognize November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Stephon Payne III, former Andrew Jackson High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

Robert McCray V, former A.c. Flora High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, Bishop John J. Snyder High School standout Gyasi Powell competed in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, Simeon Career Academy High School standout Jalen Griffith competed in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, former South Walton High School standout Carson Brown’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

Lucas Gibb, former Miami Beach Senior High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, Sickles High School standout Bryce Workman competed in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, former Lake Norman Charter High School standout Jonathan Kurtas’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, former Grovetown High School standout Zach Bell’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, Ridge View High School standout Donovan Rivers competed in NCAA D1 game

Josiah Sabino, former Orange Park High School standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, Wildwood Middle/ High School standout Marcus Niblack competed in NCAA D1 game

Jarius Cook, former Park Center Senior High standout, played on Monday, December 18 in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, December 18, former Grant Union High School standout DeeJuan Pruitt’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 4?

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