In the strange-but-all-too-true department ...

Republican presidential hopeful Ron Paul raised big bucks in January and shows no signs of slowing down. Aaron Blake over at the Washington Post has the details of Pauls fundraising in January when the Texas congressman reeled in $4.5 million for his campaign. The Paul team is wrapping up a fundraising drive on Monday, looking to raise $2 million.

You might remember when it happened. You might just remember seeing it covered on previous anniversaries or other space-related programs, but once you do, it's tough to forget hearing that countdown introduced with the timeless, "Godspeed, John Glenn."

The Susan B. Anthony List (SBA List), a group of more than 365,000 members that support pro-life women in politics, announced on Monday that it was backing Rick Santorum for the Republican presidential nomination.

Attorney General Pam Bondis office has announced a website for those who believe they qualify for some of Florida's $14.7 million share in a settlement with makers of LCD panels. The settlement reached in December was between eight states -- worth a combined $538.5 million -- and a number of electronic manufacturers that include: Chimei Innolux Corp., Chunghwa Picture Tubes Ltd., Epson Imaging Devices Corp., HannStar Display Corp., Hitachi Displays Ltd., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., and Sharp Corp.

Associated Industries of Florida said Monday that a federal court ruling showed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency had "overreached its authority" in setting water-quality standards for the states streams and rivers.

The driver of a pickup truck was charged with careless driving after crashing into U.S. Rep. Tom Rooneys waterfront office in downtown Stuart on Saturday afternoon. Stuart Police reported that Norman Vickery, who wasnt injured, accidentally stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake pedal, before driving fully into the converted home, according to WPBF TV25. The office of the Tequesta Republican wasn't occupied until the pickup truck entered the building.

A North Port man was charged with workers compensation fraud and grand theft for allegedly filing false insurance claims that allowed him to collect more than $34,000 between December 2006 and August 2011, the office of Florida Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater announced Monday.

Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum ripped into President Barack Obama on Monday, responding to the Democrat incumbents calls for more manufacturing and industrial jobs in America.

Republican presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich clearly believes focusing on energy is the best way to bounce back into the race. Gingrich hammered President Barack Obama on energy last week, insisting that gas prices can get back to $2.50. The former congressional leader returned to energy on Sunday when he unveiled a new video where he speaks on the topic for almost 30 minutes.

With Rick Santorum rising in the polls, Mitt Romney is on the attack. Santorum leads Romney by 10 percent in the national Gallup tracking poll. A University of Texas/Texas Tribune poll released on Monday finds Santorum leading Romney by more than 30 percent in the Lone Star State. Romneys camp fired away on Monday, trying to contrast their candidates record with Santorums.

A gallon of gas in Florida jumped 20 cents in the past month and AAA notes no relief is expected soon. A couple of weeks ago, it looked as if consumers might see some relief at the pump after oil prices traded below $100 a barrel for several consecutive weeks, but that is no longer the case, Jessica Brady, AAA spokeswoman, stated in a release.

Dr. Akshay Desai has been named chairman of the Republican Party of Florida's Finance Committee. "On behalf of all of Florida's Republicans, I am grateful that Dr. Desai has agreed to accept this crucial role," said RPOF Chairman Lenny Curry. "In this election year we need the resources for victory, and Dr. Desai's long history of work for the state and our party make him a proven leader. AK and I are ready to roll up our sleeves and win."

Two priorities of Senate President Mike Haridopolos, R-Merritt Island, have advanced in the House. Claims bills for Eric Brody and William Dillon got the backing of the House Civil Justice Subcommittee Friday. Overall, 16 of 17 bills were advanced.

Gov. Rick Scott has appointed Winston J. Bradley to replace Rodney Long on the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners. Long resigned in December after 11 years on the commission.At the time it was announced he was going to train to become a minister at Showers of Blessing Harvest Center. According to the governors office: Bradley, 71, of Gainesville, has been the pastor of Kingdom Life Ministries since 2005.