New SNAP Rules Start Monday April 20 In Florida

As a reminder, beginning on April 20, 2026, the following foods will no longer be available for purchase with SNAP benefits in Florida: 

Soda
Energy Drinks
Candy
Ultra-Processed Prepared Desserts

Florida made this change to align SNAP with its intended purpose of providing low-income households access to a more nutritious diet to help alleviate hunger and combat malnutrition. 

By excluding soda, energy drinks, candy, and ultra-processed shelf-stable prepared desserts, Florida and a few other states have been taking  steps to allow SNAP benefits to be used for more nourishing foods that are not loaded with sugar, caffeine and added processed ingredients.

For more information, visit Myflfamilies.com/healthysnap.

Previous story with additional details at https://swflorida.blogspot.com/2026/04/confusion-alert-new-rules-for-snap.html

Secretary of "War" Pete Hegseth Wrongly Quotes Bible At Worship Service

Pete Hegseth reportedly read a passage he thought was from the Old Testament Bible at a worship service at the Pentagon Wednesday, April 15, 2026. But it appears that's not correct, but was actually from a famous movie monologue.

The iconic, partially fictionalized "Ezekiel 25:17" speech in the 1994 film Pulp Fiction was performed by Samuel L. Jackson. He delivered this memorable monologue while playing the character of the hitman Jules Winnfield right before an execution scene.

The video produced by Stephen Colbert's staff for the Late Show with Stephen Colbert clarifies that the prayer recited by Pete Hegseth is not from the Bible, but stating that the passage is actually a reference to the 'gospel of Quentin Tarantino' from the film Pulp Fiction.

The prayer recited by Pete Hegseth, which he referred to as "Cesar 25:17," is actually a modified version of the famous "Ezekiel 25:17" speech from the 1994 Quentin Tarantino film, Pulp Fiction.

According to the video, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth read the prayer during a worship service at the Pentagon on the day prior to the recording of the Colbert show. The video states that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claimed the prayer he recited at the Pentagon worship service was recounted to him by some service members.

Video: YouTube/Late Show With Stephen Colbert

Joyce Lilea Miller Dies At 64

Joyce Lilea Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on April 12, 2026, in LaBelle, Florida, at the age of 64. 

Born on September 4, 1961, in Lake Wales, FL, Joyce was a beacon of love and devotion to those who knew her. 

Joyce shared a wonderful life with her husband, Richard Glenn Miller, and together they nurtured a loving family that was the heart of her existence. 

She is survived by her cherished daughter, Robin Tull and her partner, Ervin Miller; sons Kenneth Tull and spouse, Sara Tull, Rebel Miller and spouse, Jessica Miller, Joseph Miller, and Jessie Miller. Her legacy also includes seven beloved grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, who brought immense joy to her life. Joyce is also remembered fondly by her sister, Bonnie Slaughter, and she was preceded in death by her parents, Webb and Juanita Wyrosdick, and siblings Lelan, Roy Wyrosdick, and Joan Futrill. 

Joyce was known for her role as the high school cafeteria manager at LaBelle High School, where she dedicated herself to providing nourishing meals and a warm smile to countless students. Her sense of humor and loving spirit endeared her to all, and she was known for her funny and lighthearted nature that could brighten any room. 

Passionate about family, Joyce found joy in spending time with her loved ones and her dogs. She treasured the simple moments, from family gatherings to quiet afternoons filled with reading and crossword puzzles she also loved to collect nick nacks of chickens. 

Her ability to create warmth and laughter among those around her will be sorely missed. As we celebrate the life of Joyce Lilea Miller, we honor the beautiful memories she has left behind. Her dedication to family and love for life will forever be etched in the hearts of her family and friends. Though she has departed from this world, her spirit remains alive in the love she shared and the lives she touched.

Florida Major Road And Airport Renamed After Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 628 (SB 628) on April 14, 2026, which designates 124 miles of State Road 80 (SR 80) as the "President Donald J. Trump Highway."

The highway stretches from U.S. 1 known as A1A and South Ocean Boulevard in Palm Beach County through Hendry County to U.S. 41 in Lee County.

The highway goes through Fort Myers, Tice, Alva, Fort Denaud, LaBelle, Clewiston, Lake Harbor, Belle Glade, Wellington, and West Palm Beach.

The new name takes effect July 1, 2026.

A bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport as “Donald J. Trump International Airport” was signed by Governor Ron DeSantis two weeks ago and also will take effect July 1.

The change also includes a new airport identifier, “DJT,” from "PBI" and directs the appropriate federal agencies to update all references to the new name.

The entire 124-mile stretch of S.R. 80 in South Florida will be known as the "President Donald J. Trump Highway."

The east west road spans across the entire state through Palm Beach, Hendry, and Lee counties. The law expands on a 2025 designation that covered a portion of Southern Boulevard in Palm Beach, already named after Trump.

The Florida state bill also includes 16 other road facility designations, such as renaming Tallahassee International Airport to "Bobby Bowden-Tallahassee International Airport" and designating "Warrior Sacrifice Way" in Escambia County.

The bill was sponsored by State Senator Don Gaetz and supported as part of a broader Transportation Facility Designations package.

Hendry County Sheriff Arrests

ARREST BLOTTER

04/06/2026 – 04/12/2026

Felony/DUI Arrest

Nicholas Ryan Dewson, 35, Port Charlotte was arrested on April 6, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff R. Gosa on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine

Robet Joseph Thibaulet, 54, West Palm Beach, was arrested on April 6, 2026, by Sergeant M. Afonso on charges of Felony Violation of Conditions of Release and Felony Failure to Appear

Yoel L. Ramos, 52, Clewiston was arrested on April 7, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff F. Mazella on charges of Felony Battery by a Person detained in Jail Facility

Diego Armando Guzman-Gonzalez, 23, LaBelle was arrested on April 7, 2026, by Cpl. L. Drew on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Destruction of Evidence, Theft of Motor Vehicle, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Resist Arrest without Violence

Eric Antwan Hearns, 34, Pahokee was arrested on April 7, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givans on 5 counts of Felony Probation Violation

Ramon Martinez, 44, Clewiston was arrested on April 8, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff R. Gosa on charges of Possession of Methamphetamine

Irvin Wayne Short, 45, LaBelle was arrested on April 8, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Najjar on charges of Battery and Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon without Intent to Kill

Suyin Escobar Giron, 40, LaBelle was arrested on April 8, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Felony Probation Violation

Ismael Trejo, 37, LaBelle was arrested on April 7, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff S. Fajjar on charges of DUI and DUI – Refusal to Submit to DUI Testing

Patricia Lynn Clauss, 25, Clewiston was arrested on April 9, 2026, by Det. D. Calvo on charges of Child Neglect without Great Bodily Harm

John Ora Baker, 27, Clewiston was arrested on April 9, 2026, by Det. D. Calvo on charges of Child Neglect without Great Bodily Harm and Cruelty Towards Child

Joshua Jesus Morales, 39, Miami was arrested on April 10, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff M. Frazier on charges of Felony Violation of Conditional Release

Shomari Javin Powell, 29, North Port, was arrested on April 11, 2026, by K9 Deputy M. Elsaid on charges of Possession of Marijuana over 20 grams