Florida, Everglades and Ron DeSantis

Governor Ron DeSantis highlights Everglades restoration, calls for more authority for Florida to execute the CERP
Governor Ron DeSantis announced updates on Florida’s efforts to restore the Everglades and enhance the supply and quality of the state’s water resources, unveiling key budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
DeSantis to ask Trump to let Florida to control federal money for Everglades restoration
As he works on a proposed budget for the upcoming year, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday the state will ask President-elect Donald Trump to give Florida authority over federal money for Everglades
Florida Gov. DeSantis Showcases Everglades Restoration, Eyes State Control Over Federal Projects
Governor Ron DeSantis today showcased Florida’s progress in Everglades restoration and unveiled new budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 2025-26. Speaking at an event in Juno Beach, the Governor emphasized Florida’s commitment to restoring the state’s iconic ecosystem,
Gov. DeSantis Announces Record $3.3 Billion Investment in Everglades Restoration, Seeks State Control of Federal Funds
Gov. DeSantis announced Florida's $3.3 billion investment in Everglades restoration and seeks to manage federal funds for efficiency.
DeSantis to ask Trump for more authority over Everglades restoration
The Florida governor made construction of the 10,100-acre Everglades Agricultural Area reservoir a top priority when he took office in 2019.
DeSantis lauds environmental successes, wants more control of federal funding
DeSantis is recommending $805 million be earmarked for environmental projects. That's on top of about $6.5 billion approved since DeSantis took office in 2019.
Gov. DeSantis wants control of federal money for Everglades projects
Tania Galloni, managing attorney for the Earthjustice legal organization, has questioned DeSantis' dedication to protecting the environment.
Gov. DeSantis seeks to expedite Everglades restoration, take control from federal government
Gov. Ron DeSantis says the state of Florida can expedite Everglades restoration, doing the job quicker than the federal government.
DeSantis to seek state authority over federal money for Everglades restoration under Trump administration
Ron DeSantis said Thursday the state will ask President-elect Donald Trump to give Florida authority over federal money for Everglades restoration projects. DeSantis offered a few environmental snippets that will be included in a proposed 2025-2026 budget that he said he will release “very,
Serenity now! Buddhists sue over noisy Everglades project | Pat Beall
After decades, a key piece of Everglades restoration is finally getting underway. One small hiccup: The 118-acre Buddhist ...
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In Florida, the Miccosukee fight to protect the Everglades in the face of climate change
Miccosukee Tribal elder Michael Frank walks past chickees, stilt homes, used for community activities, on the Miccosukee ...
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Gov. Ron DeSantis visits Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach, touts Everglades restoration
Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Juno Beach where he touted the continued push to restore the Everglades and divert water south of ...
In Florida, a race is on to save the Everglades and protect a key source of drinking water
When the $3.9 billion Everglades Agricultural Area Reservoir Project is complete, a reservoir and wetland will store and ...
Florida agency wants to try captive breeding of endangered sparrow
The first time I saw a Cape Sable seaside sparrow in the Everglades, I was not impressed. This was in 1999, back before there ...
Alligator nicknamed 'Godzilla' hauls massive Burmese python through water in Florida Everglades
A large alligator nicknamed 'Godzilla' was caught on video dragging an enormous Burmese python through the water in the ...
What’s that big new lookout tower off Florida's Alligator Alley? Check out the plans
A new lookout tower in the Florida Everglades is a source of curiosity right off the highway. It’s set to become a must-stop ...
Millions watch as they swim with gators, snatch snakes. Meet the Everglades influencers
Combined, more than 25 million people follow the Everglades and wildlife exploits of three Florida social media personalities.