Amazon drivers in Illinois went on strike to protest violations of labor laws. The drivers, who have organized with the Teamsters, presented cards from a majority of employees demanding union recognition. Shortly thereafter, Amazon terminated its contract with Four Star Express, which is the third party contractor that the drivers directly work for. Amazon has READ MORE
Local and Industry News
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has finally spoken up about his veto of $32 million in arts and culture grants from next year’s budget. DeSantis blamed the veto on one grant to the Orlando International Fringe Theater Festival, which he believed was overly sexual and unworthy of state funds. In response, the Festival, which was only READ MORE
Membership Roster Changes
New, Reinstated, and Resigned members for July 2024: New Members: Reinstated Members: none Resigned Members: none Deceased Members: none
Official Business
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DeSantis Guts Arts Funding
With a stroke of his pen, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has eliminated all state arts funding for the 2025 fiscal year. The legislature had proposed $32 million in funding for 663 organizations, including $3.1 million for 51 organizations in Palm Beach County, $3.3 million for 54 organizations in Broward County, and $6.5 million for 123 READ MORE
Last Month at the Local
Last month the Palm Beach Opera audition committees participated in auditions for violin, viola, and cello. The auditions were observed by Secretary-Treasurer Apana and VP Fuller to make sure everything went smoothly and all rules were followed. We are happy to report that there will be three new member of the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra: READ MORE