USDA approves D-SNAP for Florida disaster counties
WASHINGTON — Floridians struggling with the after effects of Hurricane Irma could be eligible for help buying food through USDA’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP), the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on Sept. 22. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said that households who may not normally be eligible under regular SNAP rules may qualify for […]
Drug Free Hendry County and Tobacco Free Partnership will reschedule events
CLEWISTON — Drug Free Hendry County and Tobacco Free Partnership were affected by Hurricane Irma like most of Hendry & Glades Counties. They are currently working out of Florida Department of Health in Glades County because their office suffered roof and water damage. They are working diligently to get back to a semi-normal work and […]
Use caution to safely clean up debris
HENDRY COUNTY — Residents and others working to clean up debris left by Hurricane Irma could be at risk of sustaining injuries, and the Florida Department of Health is urging residents to practice caution when cleaning in and around their homes. Every person involved in clean up should make sure they have an up to […]
Disaster relief employment available to Floridians
MARATHON — On Sept. 20, Governor Rick Scott announced the state has been awarded federal Dislocated Worker Grants to provide temporary employment to Floridians affected by Hurricane Irma. The Dislocated Worker Grants, administered by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, provide disaster relief employment in the form of temporary jobs that support storm response and […]
Operation Blue Roof in Hendry County
LABELLE — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is available to assist eligible homeowners who sustained roof damage from Hurricane Irma in signing up for Operation Blue Roof at the LaBelle Wal-Mart today, September 21, 2017 from 8am – 6pm. Operation Blue Roof provides a temporary covering of blue plastic sheeting to help reduce further […]
Tolls return Thursday, September 21
FORT LAUDERDALE — Tolls on a vast majority of Florida’s Turnpike system, all Florida Department of Transportation roads and bridges, and all regional toll facilities throughout the State will be reinstated Thursday, September 21, at 12:01 a.m. Tolls were suspended on Tuesday, September 5 to help facilitate Hurricane Irma evacuation and relief activities. Tolls will […]
Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day by pledging to create a new conservationist
For many residents of Florida, time spent hunting and fishing are treasured moments. Hunting and fishing bring friends and family together and provide one of the most immersive outdoor experiences you can have. To encourage people to share their love of the outdoors, the focus of this year’s National Hunting and Fishing Day, celebrated Saturday, […]
Flood information sheet – flood waters pose health risks (English & Spanish)
The Florida Department of Health in Hendry and Glades Counties (DOH-Hendry/Glades) recommends the following precautions to prevent possible illness from flood waters: Basic hygiene is critical. Wash your hands with soap and either disinfected or boiled and cooled water, especially before preparing or eating food, after toilet use, after participating in flood cleanup activities, and […]
What to expect when you register for FEMA disaster assistance
If you live in one of the disaster-designated Florida counties and experienced property damage or loss directly caused by Hurricane Irma, register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for disaster assistance – even if you have insurance. This can be an important step to begin the process of recovery. You may register for assistance […]
Southwest Airlines Medical Transportation Grant Program
Southwest Airlines is now accepting applications for the 2018 Medical Transportation Grant Program. Hospitals and medical transportation organizations interested in applying for 2018 MTGP must apply online by September 30. Through the Southwest Airlines Medical Transportation Grant Program (MTGP) we provide complimentary, roundtrip tickets to nonprofit hospitals and medical transportation organizations. Southwest allows participating nonprofit hospitals and […]
