Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday designated five school districts as Purple Star districts, a recognition reserved for those who support the “unique needs of military families.”
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The counties named by DeSantis are Bay, Brevard, Citrus, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa.
“I think we’re the top destination for veterans nationwide,” DeSantis said. “We’re 3rd in population, but 2 for veteran population.”
“Thank you for stepping up to the plate,” the governor said.
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