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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b>From:</b> Senator Debbie Mayfield <mayfield.debbie.web-flsenate.gov@shared1.ccsend.com> <br><b>Sent:</b> Sunday, July 28, 2024 9:01 AM<br><b>To:</b> dr.joycetaylor56@gmail.com<br><b>Subject:</b> July 28, 2024 - Mayfield Minute- Honoring Korean War Veterans Armistice Day<o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div id=tracking-image><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-line-height-alt:.75pt'><span style='font-size:1.0pt'><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAJEAAP///wAAAAAAAAAAACH5BAkAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAgEAAEEBAA7" width="1" height="1" alt="Web Bug from https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=2dba8717-9505-43f0-b72c-06a7009c577b&a=1129998786725&c=a94f59de-40f6-11eb-bd83-fa163e78853a&ch=a950e3e4-40f6-11eb-bd83-fa163e78853a" /></span><span style='font-size:1.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white url('')'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=622 style='width:466.5pt'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:11.25pt 7.5pt 11.25pt 7.5pt'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='border:solid #36495F 1.0pt;background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#1D3567'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>Mayfield Minute - July 28, 2024- Honoring Korean War Veterans Armistice Day</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><img width=558 height=335 style='width:5.8125in;height:3.4895in' id="_x0000_i1036" src="https://files.constantcontact.com/5a02d291701/149f810a-daa9-45a7-af53-e7c41d3744fb.jpg"><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='display:none'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#284FA1'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>Good Morning!</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Last week on July 27th we honored National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day. This day is dedicated to commemorating the more than 35,000 U.S. service members who lost their lives during the Korean War.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The Korean War began on June 25th, 1950, when the North Korean People's Army crossed the 38th Parallel, dividing Korea into North and South. The conflict continued until July 27th, 1953, when an Armistice Agreement was signed, bringing an end to the war.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>This agreement, signed by U.S. Army Lt. Gen. William Harrison, Jr., representing the United Nations Command, and North Korean General Nam Il, representing the Korean People's Army and the Chinese People's Volunteer Army, established the Korean Demilitarized Zone, a border between the two nations, enforced a cease-fire, and finalized the return of prisoners-of-war.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>The Veterans who served during this time were ordinary men and women who showed extraordinary courage fighting far from their home to defend a country they did not know and people they never met.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>This year marks the 71st anniversary of the signing of the Armistice. As we reflect on this day, we honor the soldiers who served and lost their lives during the war. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the Korean War Veterans for their bravery and sacrifice. We honor their legacy today and always.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#284FA1'>I consider it a great honor to represent District 19. Please share this </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN46i6cZFlwBtWP6ivPgcwaDtYS44_zZ35eOlFa6eqfKrcOCgAr6-RGfSK1rGw02XWEFTlnwDJ3-0sj9bC0RLYKk1HZX2OYihEs1Ekgr9ZmeObd_ztxsSVYANafEAIS13nMdv3uIW-B70il4AdmlR9pY5HVBiRF58uuYHgHisdvTaQ5RAdmdyLvhGSpX41lFvLz5H2cSlUR0PA65nYqXGKqRujqUvBK-uI40BgZ8V3BkZdSi7oEukPUHAwTJD4Z_o4QLZ1V7Qvs8vtN6-3JvWiJOsqq7T-lXk5cyjIm6ykxRCGTpaCcfvqviQ4WCGJv6CnM1ucqgwQlUs1urxMWFPpCTPd_t73PoTCm6IohGHwm3Hq&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#284FA1'>link</span></a></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#284FA1'> with your friends and family so they too, can sign up for the </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN46i6cZFlwBtWjErVbqwuJojEvk4tdV9HSmrnR0b4XgPsTDsTrn4zj_gi_waRnoukBYrq4WLrZuaFulP6eOngQtjff-7a2qUqVzCuZejNLnUq&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#284FA1'>Mayfield Minute</span></a></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#284FA1'>. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=indent-1 style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#284FA1'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#284FA1'>If you or someone you know needs my assistance, please do not hesitate to contact my office. My staff and I are here to serve you! </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#284FA1'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>Statewide Update</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Back to School 2024 Sales Tax Holiday</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>This week begins the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, starting on Monday, July 29th, through August 11th. This annual holiday aims to ease the financial burden on families as they prepare for the upcoming school year by offering significant savings on essential items.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday encompasses a wide range of items crucial for students' success. School supplies such as binders, notebooks, pens, pencils, and lunch boxes, all selling for $50 or less per item, are included in the tax-free promotion. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Additionally, learning aids like interactive books, jigsaw puzzles, and other educational toys priced at $30 or less per item are tax-exempt. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Parents can also take advantage of tax-free clothing and footwear, with items such as backpacks, pants, shoes, shirts, and sweaters selling for $100 or less per item. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Personal computers and related accessories purchased for noncommercial home or personal use, including laptops, flash drives, printers, and headphones, are tax-free if they sell for $1,500 or less per item.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>This Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs alongside the Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday, which continues through July 31, 2024. The Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday offers tax-free purchases on items such as fishing supplies, outdoor recreation equipment, and admission to state parks and museums.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>For more information on the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN4_6C002-XpSjj-vWvArMMq4eE0DeHJIo3guFxZ_JcraNcsRjcflHfmFbnVftWqzFTWzRuF_46mzIKGndQwEl7TrI8XT83CnACEi0IAd1tfWBB_V0ruIVZd6sSrysl6TAY6BKrmZeyjeZeaR3AYhbQjX5kkC5qPWzIoNEqIVA8VtMgXCTw7CuQ_MxYHpiu_Lz9mT7abe3pcbViu3VPT1VDuVd0nDjRX_tunkeW2OUvwmwUEGkRfDsZKfNHdkUXxAtYRF-ywMAe7hCxEOpmjFhBjsDg2xnFop8gQ==&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#425A8D'>here</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>First Lady DeSantis Hosts Cooking Classes for Florida Youth in Foster Care</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Last week, First Lady Casey DeSantis, alongside Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris and Guardian ad Litem Executive Director Dennis Moore, hosted a hands-on, healthy cooking class for Hope Florida mentors and Florida youth in foster care. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>This event showcased the successful partnership between Hope Florida and the Guardian ad Litem program, which has paired hundreds of mentors and mentees since September 2023.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>“It’s incredible to see the difference a mentor makes in the lives of youth aging out of foster care,” stated Executive Director Dennis Moore. “We encourage anyone with a heart to serve to join this program.”</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Secretary Shevaun Harris emphasized the importance of mentors, stating, “Every child should have a mentor to guide them into adulthood. We are fortunate for First Lady Casey DeSantis’ leadership in recruiting more mentors and expanding opportunities for community involvement.”</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Since its launch, Hope Florida has matched nearly 900 foster youth with mentors. More mentors are urgently needed, especially in the Orlando area, where over 100 foster youth await mentorship. Floridians seeking support or foster youth needing a mentor can connect with Hope Florida by clicking </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN45cPXHQIIXXr_sVDqcJzUxYXr8wY2tOesVVmqXV0MpTBeUW66c-JpSxDIqe4bRmv2CtK7HpQAX86nRKMcjQE72lR6W8zFWJaV1cA5JaC8qyX&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#425A8D'>here</span></a></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> or by calling <b>850-300-HOPE.</b></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'></span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Honoring the 2025 Teacher of the Year Finalists</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Last week, Governor DeSantis recognized the 5 finalists for the 2025 Florida Teacher of the Year. During a special ceremony, each finalist was presented with a $20,000 check in honor of their exceptional contributions to education. These distinguished educators have demonstrated outstanding dedication and innovative teaching methods, earning them this prestigious recognition.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The finalists include:</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Samantha Nelson from Leon County<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Jennifer Brown from Marion County<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Jaime Suarez from Hernando County<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Dr. Clayton Nylund from Hillsborough County<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Heather Stewart from Walton County<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>At the Annual Teacher of the Year Gala on Thursday, July 25th, Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr., announced Jaime Suarez as the 2025 Florida Teacher of the Year. Ms. Suarez is a mathematics teacher at Challenger K-8 School of Science and Mathematics in Hernando County. Commissioner Diaz stated, “It is because of inspirational and dedicated educators like Jaime, that Florida’s students continue to exceed expectations and raise the bar for education.”</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>These educators represent the best of Florida’s commitment to quality education and the Governor’s support for the teaching profession. Their dedication and passion for educating Florida’s students inspire their peers and pave the way for future generations.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='display:none'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#284FA1'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>Agency Highlight</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=left style='margin-right:3.5pt'><tr style='height:.75pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 7.5pt 0in;height:.75pt'><p class=MsoNormal><img border=0 width=214 height=213 style='width:2.2291in;height:2.2187in' id="_x0000_i1035" src="https://files.constantcontact.com/5a02d291701/7412fd20-0d34-4317-8312-fa56ece60eae.png"><o:p></o:p></p></td><td width=15 valign=top style='width:11.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:.75pt'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;mso-line-height-alt:.75pt'><img border=0 width=15 height=1 style='width:.1562in;height:.0104in' id="_x0000_i1034" src="https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/sys/S.gif"><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table><p><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>The Florida Department of Military Affairs</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>This week, we are highlighting the Florida Department of Military Affairs (DMA). The DMA, headquartered at St. Francis Barracks in St. Augustine, FL, is composed of the Florida Army National Guard and the Florida Air National Guard. Both branches are administered by the state Adjutant General, an appointee of the Governor of Florida, and fall under the command of the Governor.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The Florida National Guard traces its roots back to 1565, when the Spanish founders of St. Augustine mustered their first company of Citizen-Soldiers. For over 450 years, these Citizen-Soldiers have defended their local communities and continue to serve in units across the state, consistent with Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The DMA provides management oversight and administrative support to the Florida National Guard, operating within the policy and fiscal frameworks of both federal and state authorities. Managing a force of over 11,000 National Guard members, including more than 2,300 full-time military personnel and over 500 state employees and contractors, the DMA is dedicated to serving the interests of the nation, the state, local communities, and Florida’s citizens. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>One of the key programs offered by the Florida DMA is the Educational Dollars for Duty (EDD) program. This initiative helps pay tuition for Florida National Guard members pursuing higher education. It covers up to 100% of tuition for courses leading to Technical Certificates, Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degrees. The annual budget for EDD is over $5 million, enhancing the recruiting and retention programs of the Florida National Guard and improving the education level of its members.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Another important initiative is the Family Program, which provides support to military families through Family Readiness, Family Assistance, and Child and Youth initiatives. Services include family communication support, resilience promotion, and assistance with benefits and entitlements.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Additionally, the Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program (JEEP) incentivizes Soldiers, Airmen, and retirees to assist in recruiting new members to the Florida National Guard. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Through its programs and initiatives, the Florida Department of Military Affairs remains committed to the welfare of its service members, their families, and the communities they serve. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>For more information about these programs and how to get involved, click </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN4_6C002-XpSjCjPCvkTbmNCL280WHjyIiBmPnL-dQ79mXGIm54TgwcBBgHbUfC16Ukn9YkRWbfmuqa-4SoLDJ4X9KXuctwMYIekNNHP1ZSANjiK1VKTJq2A=&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#425A8D'>here</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#284FA1'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>Constituent of the Week</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=left style='margin-right:3.5pt'><tr style='height:.75pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 7.5pt 0in;height:.75pt'><p class=MsoNormal><img border=0 width=275 height=272 style='width:2.8645in;height:2.8333in' id="_x0000_i1033" src="https://files.constantcontact.com/5a02d291701/f87be928-0d87-4746-bc45-e09ed51d1591.png"><o:p></o:p></p></td><td width=15 valign=top style='width:11.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:.75pt'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;mso-line-height-alt:.75pt'><img border=0 width=15 height=1 style='width:.1562in;height:.0104in' id="_x0000_i1032" src="https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/sys/S.gif"><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Ramone D. Hemphill</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>This week, we are featuring Ramone Hemphill as our Constituent of the Week.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Mr. Hemphill grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina where he developed an early interest in aviation. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>He earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from North Carolina A&T State University and later completed an MBA in Project Management from Florida Institute of Technology, where he currently serves on the Alumni Association Board.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Throughout his career, Ramone has worked in various roles within the aviation industry. He started as a Systems Engineer in Avionics at Rockwell Collins in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he contributed to developing flight decks for commercial aviation customers like Boeing, Bombardier, Airbus, and Embraer. His journey continued at the Honda Aircraft Company in North Carolina, where he played a crucial role in the HondaJet program and became a private pilot in 2012. His career also included positions at BendixKing/Honeywell, Moog Aircraft Group, and Northrop Grumman, where he led a team of engineers for a defense contractor in Central Florida.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Mr. Hemphill is known throughout Brevard County for the creation of a non-profit organization called “The 99th Squadron,” named after the 99th Pursuit Squadron, part of the Tuskegee Airmen. This organization aims to introduce young students, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, to the vast opportunities in the aviation industry. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The 99th Squadron offers a free five-week curriculum covering various aviation topics, designed to spark interest in aviation and STEM fields among middle and high school students. At the end of the program, Ramone schedules introductory flights for the students, often accompanied by their families, to provide a hands-on experience.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Ramone's dedication to the community and his work with the 99th Squadron has made a significant impact on helping underprivileged youth explore aviation opportunities. By exposing young students to the aviation industry, he is not only opening doors to new career paths but also fostering a sense of possibility and ambition. The program builds confidence and skills in students, empowering them to pursue their dreams and contribute positively to their communities.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Ramone's contributions have earned him several awards, including the Humanitarian of the Year from the Space Coast Black Chamber of Commerce, the Community Leadership Award from HUAMI Magazine, Florida Today's Volunteer of the Year Award in 2023, and the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Aviation Inspiration Award from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA).</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Senate District 19 thanks Ramone Hemphill for his service to the community. His efforts with the 99th Squadron inspire the next generation of aviators and make a lasting impact on the community.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>For more information on the 99th Squadron, click <a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN4_6C002-XpSjQ4S1vBjKS4VWor9Uwk5sn8nh5P8Lkv11Loe6dcaXO_RMqRAqjBeokM5Swv9dN0KY9Ng6ooAMP_rxEBa70WL5kA==&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#254586'>here</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#284FA1'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>District Highlights</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Cape Canaveral National Cemetery Announces Expansion </span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Last week, Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Brevard County announced a major expansion to create additional gravesites for veterans. This initiative will provide tens of thousands of new gravesites to serve veteran families over the next decade.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Cape Canaveral National Cemetery is increasing its capacity by 30 acres, which will accommodate around 32,200 additional gravesites. This expansion is necessary to meet the growing demand for burial space. Currently, the cemetery spans 117 developed acres and is the resting place for 17,000 veterans. The cemetery holds up to a dozen committal services daily, seven days a week, to honor veterans.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Cemetery director Cindy Van Bibber stressed the importance of treating veterans and their families with the utmost respect and dignity during these ceremonies.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>A dedicated group of volunteers known as the Cape Canaveral Ladies ensures that no veteran is laid to rest alone. Since the cemetery's opening in 2016, 46 volunteers have contributed nearly 16,000 hours, attending every service.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>The volunteers continue to support all families at the cemetery, offering solace and honoring the service of veterans. The cemetery also welcomes volunteers for holiday activities, such as placing wreaths on gravesites and flags for Memorial Day. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>For more information on Cape Canaveral National Cemetary, click <a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN4_6C002-XpSjJzJcYZzqjnrEbs7m4gh08bLdUxVZVAv96YSzNsIRv1X1ZfTNFUX8A7rNffJFh2d46JIYEW218N5pl4Jnw8jhqtVaezIoioePKrxSJq3DMJul3yx-N1UYCtRJEiRRHnJM&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#254586'>here</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Rockledge Opens a New Rainbow Bridge Pet Remembrance Path</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span class=ql-cursor><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#294B93'></span></b></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Last week, Brevard County introduced a touching new tribute for pets who have passed away with the opening of the Rainbow Bridge Pet Remembrance Path. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at Hounds Town Space Coast pet daycare center, located at 3905 U.S. 1 in Rockledge. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The Rainbow Bridge Pet Remembrance Path provides a space for community members to honor their cherished pets. Visitors are invited to leave a collar, a leash, or purchase a plaque to memorialize their beloved companions. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Rockledge Mayor Tom Price, along with Council members Mike Cadore and Duane Daski, joined Hounds Town Space Coast owners Leslie Bottesch and Jane Banke for the special opening.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#284FA1'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:white'>Upcoming Events</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white'><tr><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:7.5pt 15.0pt 7.5pt 15.0pt'><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Viera Middle School Ribbon Cutting</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>On Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, Viera Middle School will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Brevard County’s newest educational institution. The ceremony will take place at 6093 Stadium Parkway, marking the completion of a much-anticipated project that will welcome between 650 and 700 seventh and eighth graders when the school year begins on August 12th.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The new campus features a one-story, 137,369-square-foot facility divided into three main buildings. The school will offer classes in robotics and aerospace, reflecting a commitment to providing students with innovative and engaging educational opportunities.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Principal McNutt expressed her enthusiasm for the new programs, noting the positive impact they will have on students. "These programs will inspire our students and prepare them for future careers in high-demand fields.”</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The ribbon cutting ceremony on July 30th is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend and celebrate this significant milestone for the Viera community.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>For more information, click <a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN4_6C002-XpSjVEsKUVGrDVLBi0lpfFHZlv9j5B-cjWq6qLmHW96IIkbs-TJphyHjoJxL7-Tr-SYKTKQwtCjGWb-0yjjy0S0TyanUwlgcuZazxe9BuErOM8g=&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#254586'>here</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Doing Business in Brevard County Event</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>On Thursday, August 1st, the Orlando Business Journal will host the 2024 Doing Business in Brevard County Expo. The event will take place at the Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront (3003 N Hwy A1A)</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#222222'> </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. This event will feature a panel of distinguished regional experts who will discuss current Brevard County projects and initiatives making headlines in 2024. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Attendees will have the opportunity to network with professionals from various industries and discover new region-specific opportunities that may benefit their companies or organizations.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Panelists include:</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Robert Long, President and CEO, Space Florida<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Capt. John Murray, Chief Executive Officer, Canaveral Port Authority<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Lynda Weatherman, President & CEO, Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Kelle Wendling, President, L3Harris Technologies<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:66.0pt;text-indent:-12.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#425A8D'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Janice Zilch, Vice President, Multi-Domain Command and Control (MDC2) and Melbourne Site Leader, Northrop Grumman Corporation Aeronautics Systems<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>For more information on how to register, click </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="https://ffi9sm7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001B-S3p-bwO0PYdU_OyLqD75UfumWjK791wON-fvQcuF7IOlO5PELN4_6C002-XpSjFFpTCvkscxR_jg9OYnciS_dfvEHN6BJjOZDj6B4mXyjMnmccyv6qNZ5_GAxz0ofx3cMdSh0qu1cns1fknUFDx4bxm3rveIpwocHvRcDWxgkqO50QXOIDHVPzGySmuHdB5x4Br5HXL5hiDZ9EsiWKmJKXmhHkEYyeXV3Thy2U79Y=&c=cOes1jvOyCFXhkLoVM4Wp9M7yS9oT0WqnG5kXbIGj60h9Lb2MNtf3w==&ch=t5QEr74j4ivRiygwFH4RZZkvwioqBFNbpx7tAGj5VFuTUq_hNV7FSQ==" target="_blank"><span style='color:#254586'>here</span></a>. For information on how to become a </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>sponsor, please email </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><a href="mailto:asobrino@bizjournals.com" target="_blank"><b><span style='color:#425A8D;text-decoration:none'>asobrino@bizjournals.com</span></b></a></span><b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>. </span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span class=ql-cursor><b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'></span></b></span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Brevard Veteran's Memorial Center Hosts Annual Coast Guard Birthday Celebration</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>On Saturday, August 3rd, Brevard Veteran’s Memorial Center will host the Annual Coast Guard Birthday and Family Day at Coast Guard Station Port Canaveral (9235 Grouper Rd) from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is sponsored by the USO, MOAACC Good Deeds, VFW 10131, and other community organizations. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Attendees can enjoy free food, fun activities for kids, and a variety of sponsor booths. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Coast Guard's birthday and show support for the station's personnel and their families. Access and parking are available just before the closed entrance to the Space Force Station Cape Canaveral south gate.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>For more information, contact Brevard Veteran's Memorial Center at <b>321-453-1776</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Brevard Veteran's Memorial Center Hosts Annual Purple Heart Recognition Ceremony </span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>On Sunday, August 4th, Brevard Veteran’s Memorial Center will host the Annual Purple Heart Recognition Ceremony at Gray Hall (400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy) from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event is sponsored by Chapter 453 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>This special ceremony will honor ten Purple Heart recipients and one Gold Star Family, sharing their stories and recognizing their sacrifices.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>For more information, contact Donn Weaver at <b>757-871-6576</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'>Brevard Children and Families in Need Gala 2024</span></b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>The Brevard Children and Families in Need (BCIN) Gala 2024 will take place on Friday, September 13, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront (1550 N Atlantic Ave). This year’s event celebrates its 13th anniversary and features a grand prize of $13,000, with a total of $16,000 in raffle ticket prizes.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Guests will enjoy an evening of entertainment, auctions, and opportunities to support Brevard's children and families in need. Food will be served starting at 6:30 p.m., and complimentary beer and wine will be available, along with cash bars.</span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Interested in becoming a sponsor? Sponsorship opportunities are available for those looking to make a significant impact. By partnering with the BCIN Gala, sponsors contribute to meaningful change and support the mission to improve lives in the community. </span><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#294B93'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#425A8D'>Tickets are priced at $150 each, which includes admission for two, with only 400 tickets available. 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