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Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · Tampa
WAFC Local News – April 09, 2026
A new development in Collier County, fire department improvements in Clewiston, and a new Florida Farm Bill are among the local news items.
Considering Contacts for Your Child? What Panama City Parents Should Know
Panama City parents considering contact lenses for their children should focus on responsibility and proper care routines, as there's no specific 'right age' to start.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Understanding and Managing Dry Eye Syndrome in Panama City
Panama City residents can learn about common dry eye symptoms, causes, and effective management strategies to find relief from this prevalent condition.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Advanced Colorectal Care Available for Quincy Residents at TMH
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare offers advanced colorectal and anal surgery care for Quincy residents, treating conditions from hemorrhoids to colorectal cancer with personalized plans.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Gainesville Seniors Navigate Medicare Options During Open Enrollment
Gainesville seniors are urged to review their Medicare options during open enrollment, running from October 15th to December 7th, to ensure optimal healthcare coverage and avoid costly penalties.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
DeSantis Signs 6 Florida Bills, Some Effective Immediately
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed six new laws Tuesday, capping off a flurry of legislation with immediate impacts in Polk, Lake and Indian River counties. Provisions curbing inmate medical costs take effect now, while roadway honors for Trump and terror victims reshape local landmarks. The package underscores DeSantis' push on public safety, education and military support amid a record signing spree.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
DeSantis Signs Florida Law to Designate Domestic Terror Groups
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 1471 into law Monday, empowering Florida to label domestic terrorist organizations after a blocked executive order targeting CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood. The measure, celebrated at USF in Tampa, imposes felony penalties for material support and bars taxpayer funds to linked schools. Lt. Gov. Jay Collins vowed to 'designate, defund and dissolve' threats to Florida values.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026