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NEW SMYRNA BEACH — Bert Fish Medical Center has received the award for the Best Hospital Workplace in the state by the Florida Hospital Association for hospitals with fewer than 150 beds.

This award recognizes and honors hospitals that have “gone the extra mile” to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement. The award is part of the FHA’s annual Celebration of Achievement in Quality and Service Awards, a program that highlights excellent personal and organizational efforts achieved within the Florida hospital community.

“I am very proud to accept this award on behalf of the great staff at Bert Fish Medical Center,” hospital CEO Steve Harrell said. “The patient is at the center of everything we do, and regardless of what else is going on in healthcare we can never lose sight of the people who care for our patients."

“I am very proud to accept this award on behalf of the great staff at Bert Fish Medical Center,” hospital CEO Steve Harrell said. “The patient is at the center of everything we do, and regardless of what else is going on in healthcare we can never lose sight of the people who care for our patients."

TALLAHASSEE -- Gov. Rick Scott released a statement Tuesday regarding ObamaCare going to the the U.S. Supreme Court, saying in part he hopes that it is repealed by the end of next year.

“Today’s news that the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments next March in the Florida lawsuit against ObamaCare is a tremendous step in the fight against the job-killing federal mandate.

"With this news, I am hopeful that ObamaCare will be repealed by the end of 2012 and we can put a stop to further tax increases, additional job losses,

Flamingo Follies Art & Craft Festival on Flagler; Eat Street Restaurants on South Causeway

NEW SMYRNA BEACH -- Everything that is good about New Smyrna Beach is on display here tonight and through the weekend for locals and visitors alike, including the 6 a.m. Sunday's Paul DeBruyn Memorial 38th annual 15K/30K Run from Norwoods Restaurant. Welcome to New Smyrna Beach Homecoming 2011 and what better way to start it off tonight than with Cudas football under the lights.

This photo graphic is courtesy of Animal Clinic of New Smyrna Beach, PA.

By RICK SCOTT

TALLAHASSEE -- Since 1918 our country has set aside Nov. 11 to recognize and observe the sacrifices of the members of our Armed Forces who dedicate their lives to preserving the democratic ideals that are the foundation of our country. While it is important to remember the dedication and service of our nation's veterans every day, (today we) pause to say a special word of thanks to honor them.