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Free Disaster Legal Assistance Offered for Calhoun County Residents

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BLOUNTSTOWN, FL. – Legal Services of North Florida, Inc. (LSNF) will be available to provide FREE legalhelp to those still facing disaster related legal issues post Hurricane Michael. LSNF staff and volunteerattorneys will provide free advice on Wednesday, June 16th, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CT atthe County Extension Courthouse Building (20816 Central Ave E, Blountstown, FL). Walk-ins arewelcome at the clinic. Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis and is based on lawyeravailability during the event. For those attending with legal questions, please bring documentation &paperwork related to your legal issues. Areas that LSNF will assist […]

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Our Florida is helping Floridians get back on their feet

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Are you struggling to pay your rent or utility bills? OUR Florida is a federally funded relief program aimed at getting Floridians back on their feet. Don’t miss out! Apply today atwww.OURFlorida.com. OUR Florida is a federally-funded emergency rental assistance relief program to support residents and businesses as they continue to recover and rebuild. They are currently accepting applications for rental and utility assistance and will begin processing applications in the order in which they were received. It is important to submit a complete application with all required documentation to receive assistance quickly and accurately. To check the status of […]

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DEO Announces Deadline for Rebuild Florida Housing Repair and Replacement Program

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Tallahassee, FL – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced that June 30, 2021, will be the final day for homeowners with remaining damage from Hurricane Michael to complete applications for the Rebuild Florida Housing Repair and Replacement Program. The final day for homeowners to start an application will be June 16, 2021; and all applications need to be submitted and completed by June 30, 2021.   “Hurricane Michael caused catastrophic damage to the Florida Panhandle and under the leadership of Governor DeSantis, DEO is proud to provide long-term recovery funding to affected communities,” said Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Secretary Dane […]

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Florida Timber Recovery Block Grant (TRBG) Program

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The block grant registration deadline has been extended to April 30, 2021. Register Here Please contact 850-270-8317 if you have any questions regarding your eligibility and your Account Manager will review your information with you. Grants to Florida businesses in eligible counties to compensate for natural disaster damage. Funding is intended to assist timber producers who suffered timber damage and devastation as a result of recent hurricanes. Grants will offer compensation for crop loss in the wake of Hurricane Michael. Eligible applicants must own or lease land in Bay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Hamilton, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, […]

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SOLAR program looks to help those affected by Hurricane Michael

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The goal is to help people adjust to life after Hurricane Michael. MARIANNA, Fla. (WTVY) – Recovery after a disaster is more than just rebuilding homes, businesses, and belongings. It’s about recovering mentally as well. Brenda Alvarado, STEP Lab Manager at the Center for Translational Behavioral Science at Florida State University, discussed the plans and goals for the SOLAR Program in the Florida panhandle during the monthly North Florida Inland Long Term Recovery Group general meeting on Thursday morning. The SOLAR Program is a research study recovery program that is aimed, in this case, at individuals in the Florida panhandle […]

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HarvestCall dedicates its work, departs

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They travelled here from many Midwestern states to help families in North Florida’s Jackson and Calhoun counties as this area continues in its long-term recovery from Hurricane Michael. The Apostolic Christian Harvest Call team has been here three months, with 17 staying for the entire rebuilding mission and groups of 40 rotating in for a week at a time. They stayed at the Blue Springs Christian Camp while they were in the area and on Thursday night, one of their last here, they gathered once again to dedicate their work and say goodbye to a community they praised for its […]

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UCC support unlocks recovery for Florida hurricane survivors

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Hurricane Michael’s toll in October 2018 included the Altha, Fla., home of the Rev. Charles and April Adkins and their three children, ages 7, 3 and 1. Charles Adkins pastors Hillcrest Baptist Church in Altha. The storm brought multiple trees down on their home, pushing it off its foundation and damaging the structure. They managed to stay in the home for a while, but over time it became uninhabitable. The family moved into a camper loaned by the Chipola Baptist Association. It would be their home for seven months. April’s online application for assistance from the North Florida Inland Long-Term […]

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Jackson County donates hurricane RV’s to Chipola Baptist Association

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Jackson County Commissioners on Tuesday donated 20 RVs to the Chipola Baptist Association (CBA). The RVs were provided to the county by FEMA as temporary living quarters for people displaced by Hurricane Michael. CBA managed the program and when the FEMA/county agreement governing their use expired, FEMA subsequently turned the RVs over permanently to the county to dispose of as it wished. CBA leader Coba Beasley was praised by county officials Tuesday for his management of the program and handed over the units to his organization, which will now use them in its own mission to assist people in need […]

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Hobbs Family

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Vasheda Hobbs and her three daughters’ home was destroyed by Hurricane Michael. Initially, they were able to stay with family, then found a short-term rental, but struggled to pay the high rent. Another client suggested to Vasheda that she contact the North Florida Inland LTR, so she reached out. Months later, she was selected by a review committee as one of the recipients of a new home to be constructed by AC HarvestCall. The Salvation Army covered demolition and removal of the prior structure, Capital Area Community Action Agency assisted with materials, and Chipola Baptist Association helped with furniture. On Friday, March 12, the Hobbs […]

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Nowling Family

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The home of William and Deserie Nowling and their three daughters was damaged beyond repair by the storm.  They were able to move in with Deserie’s family, but continued to work on cleaning up their property as much as they could. After a few disappointments, they were connected with North Florida Inland LTR, and were chosen as recipients of a new home built by AC HarvestCall.  The excitement and sheer happiness on the faces of the girls as they talked about their new home was priceless! Additional resources from The Salvation Army, Capital Area Community Action Agency, Chipola Baptist Association helped complete […]

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