Hurricane Michael

A research paper found that following Hurricane Michael in 2018, the eight counties most impacted by the storm saw a 7 percent decline in voter turnout in the November elections. What could that mean after Hurricane Ian?

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced more than $3.8 million for hazard mitigation projects in Bay County, Chipola College, Cottondale in Jackson County, and Havana in Gadsden County.

Bay District Schools Superintendent Bill Husfelt denies that a local contractor under investigation by the FBI did work on any of his properties after Hurricane Michael.

The state is pouring more than $90 million into the Florida panhandle to address aging and damaged stormwater treatment and sewer systems. In some cities, the grants are equal to nearly half their budgets.

A one-room schoolhouse in Callaway is now restored after it sustained significant damage from Hurricane Michael. Three years ago, the storm blew the more than a century-old schoolhouse off its foundation, tore up its roof, and shattered its glass windows.

An organization that represents forest landowners says in Florida, many are still recovering from Hurricane Michael. So the association is asking Congress to pass legislation that would help Panhandle residents recover their lands and losses.

Preparations are underway for the grand opening of the Calhoun County airport after its terminal and hangars were damaged during Hurricane Michael. Local officials hope the repairs and upgrades will attract more industry to the area.

More dollars are gradually becoming available to aid communities recovering from Hurricane Michael.

Florida Forest Service Director Erin Albury says Hurricane Michael destroyed about 2.8 million acres of trees, and the leftover debris is creating a serious threat of wildland fire to certain panhandle communities.

Most of the county's reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will cover the costs of emergency erosion prevention measures taken following Hurricane Michael.