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News from October 2024

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Duval County in week ending Oct. 26?

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Rubio proposes ending trade benefits for offshoring companies

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has voiced his support for canceling trade benefits for companies that move production overseas.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes Biden-Harris economic policies amid rising inflation

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

Following the release of the Bureau of Economic Analysis' PCE Report, which indicated a 2.1% increase in consumer prices for September, Senator Rick Scott criticized the Biden-Harris administration's economic policies.

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Rubio urges action against alleged slave-made drug imports

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has called on the Biden-Harris Administration to take action against two pharmaceutical companies based in Xinjiang, China, which he claims are exploiting American laws and profiting from forced labor.

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Senators urge action on IV fluid shortage after hurricane damages key plant

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio have reached out to the Biden-Harris Administration, urging action to address a critical shortage of IV fluids in the United States.

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Senators urge action on IV fluid shortage after hurricane damages key plant

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

Hurricane Helene has caused significant disruption to the supply of intravenous (IV) fluids in the United States, following severe damage to Baxter International's manufacturing plant in North Carolina.

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Florida lawmakers urge USDA action on hurricane relief

By Duval Times | Oct 31, 2024

Senator Rick Scott and Congressman Scott Franklin have led the Florida congressional delegation in urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expedite disaster assistance for agricultural producers affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Duval County in week ending Oct. 26?

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Duval County in week ending Oct. 26?

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rick Scott donates Senate salary to South Florida museums honoring Cuba's fight for freedom

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

Senator Rick Scott and his wife, Ann Scott, have donated a portion of his Senate salary to three museums in South Florida.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes Biden-Harris administration after Q3 GDP report

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

Today, following the announcement of the Third Quarter 2024 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate at 2.8%, Senator Rick Scott criticized the Biden-Harris administration's economic policies.

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Senator Rick Scott donates salary to Florida museums honoring Cuban freedom struggle

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

El Senador Rick Scott y su esposa Ann han donado parte de su salario del Senado a tres museos en el sur de Florida que celebran la lucha por la libertad en Cuba.

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Florida officials seek urgent aid for hurricane-hit agriculture

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

Hurricanes Helene and Milton have caused extensive damage across Florida, with the state's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services estimating losses between $1.5 billion to $2.5 billion in crops and infrastructure.

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Rick Scott pushes Senate on stalled disaster relief bill

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

Senator Rick Scott is continuing his efforts to secure disaster relief for communities affected by recent hurricanes, including Florida, Puerto Rico, and other states.

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Senator Rick Scott pushes for disaster relief aid amid Senate hurdles

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

En Washington, D.C., el Senador Rick Scott continúa impulsando la aprobación de su proyecto de ley Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act, destinado a proporcionar alivio fiscal por pérdidas causadas por desastres en comunidades afectadas como Florida,...

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Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 2?

By Duval Times | Oct 30, 2024

This former Duval Times area high school standout will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 2.

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Legislation introduced to replenish SBA disaster loan program after hurricanes

By Duval Times | Oct 29, 2024

Today, Senators Rick Scott and Thom Tillis announced the introduction of legislation to replenish the Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Program.

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Senators push for permanent daylight saving time with Sunshine Protection Act

By Duval Times | Oct 29, 2024

As the United States prepares for the biannual clock adjustment, Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio are advocating for the Sunshine Protection Act.

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Rick Scott donates Senate salary portion to aid disaster relief efforts

By Duval Times | Oct 29, 2024

Senator Rick Scott and his wife, Ann Scott, have announced their donation of a portion of the senator's salary to Operation BBQ Relief.

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How many companies in cities across Duval County received FDA citations in 2023?

By Duval Times | Oct 28, 2024

There were four companies in a city associated with Duval County that received FDA citations as a result of four inspections conducted in the county throughout 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).