DCF Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricane Helene and Milton Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced that Florida’s application for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) has been approved. D-SNAP provides food assistance for individuals and families impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton who are not receiving food...

 Five manatees were flown more than 1,000 miles to their temporary homes in Florida, marking a crucial conservation achievement following over two years of successful rescue efforts by four zoological and marine institutions. In an intricate operation, the manatees were placed in custom-built containers to help them travel safely and then driven to the Cincinnati International...

Disney: Monitoring Hurricane Milton We are closely monitoring the path of the projected storm, and the safety of our Guests and Cast Members remains our top priority. Walt Disney World Resort is currently operating under normal conditions and will continue to be on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Looking ahead, we are making adjustments based on the...

OSCEOLA COUNTY UPDATE FOR HURRICANE Citizen Information Center hotline (407-742-0000) 24 hours a day beginning Tuesday at 8 a.m. for citizens that have specific questions or need to speak with an Osceola County representative. SELF-SERVE SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION 1st location: TUESDAY OCT. 7TH 2nd location: Opens TUESDAY OCT. 7TH Bags and sand will be provided. Supplies are...