Discovered in 1513 by Ponce de León who was looking for the fountain of youth, Florida is largely on a peninsula in the Gulf of Mexico. Its nickname is the Sunshine State; its capital is Tallahassee and its largest city is Jacksonville. It joined the in 1845, making it the 27th state.
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Agency for Workforce Innovation
Presents details about agency programs, upcoming events, and a job search engine. In addition, there are online forms for unemployment claims, appeals, and early learning program registration.
http://www.floridajobs.org/
Featuring a profile of and message from the current attorney general, this site also focuses on gangs and gang violence, and offers details about the programs and units which comprise the department. Additionally, there is a section about crime and fraud, one about consumer protection, and one about victims' services.
http://myfloridalegal.com/
The Chamber site features sections devoted to legislative lobbying, political action, upcoming events, and membership details.
http://www.flchamber.com/
This site presents news about the patrol, a profile of the director, and member recognition, as well as live traffic crash and road condition reports, and articles about troopers.
http://flhsmv.gov/FHP/
Online portal to Orange County Government, Florida providing access to local services. Includes local directory, events calendar, county maps and driving directions, citizen's safety information, employment opportunities, and recreation/leisure index.
http://www.orangecountyfl.net
An addiction treatment facility and rehabilitation center in Delray Beach, Florida for addiction, chemical dependence and alcoholism.
http://www.thebeachcomberrehabilitation.com/
The Official Portal of the State of Florida
This portal offers sections dedicated to the governor and his office, government headlines, government services, and drought conditions. Additionally, there is a search engine for jobs in the state.
http://www.myflorida.com/
The state-authorized tourism site consists of videos, articles, and blogs about visiting Florida, as well as an online trip planner and photographs of attractions.
http://www.visitflorida.com/
Online portal for Volusia County's locals and visitors. Includes access to government services, a complete county guide with local directories, tourism information and real-time weather forecasts.
http://www.volusia.org
