County discusses efforts to save sea turtles

  • Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-permitted volunteers excavate emerged nests every year. Occasionally, live hatchlings like this one from last year are found still inside. Volunteers help them to the ocean. Photo Holly Dorman/News-Leader
    Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-permitted volunteers excavate emerged nests every year. Occasionally, live hatchlings like this one from last year are found still inside. Volunteers help them to the ocean. Photo Holly Dorman/News-Leader
After concerns were raised at a recent board of county commissioners meeting, Nassau County staff presented efforts made to protect hatchlings and mothers this sea turtle season. Most sea turtle…

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Agency for Health Care Administration published two rules that apply to hospitals and abortion clinics. The rules came a day after the six-week law took effect, significantly restricting abortion access in the state. Submitted

State of Florida issues abortion rules

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

With a law now in effect preventing abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, Florida health-care regulators Thursday released emergency rules related to treating medical conditions that pose dangers

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