Coverage, endorsements, and announcements from the campaign for House District 60.
A day after her campaign kick-off at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club, Melissa makes the case that HD 60 voters are ready to return the seat to the GOP.
Read More August 4, 2026“A strong commitment to public safety.” Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri endorses Melissa, citing her common-sense leadership and support for law enforcement.
Read More July 14, 2026The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller and the Property Appraiser trust Rutland to deliver commonsense solutions for Pinellas.
Read More July 3, 2026A profile of Melissa’s campaign and her pledge that “solutions aren’t partisan” — in what is shaping up to be one of the toughest races of the cycle.
Read More June 24, 2026State senators and representatives unite behind a proven problem-solver for the Florida House.
Read More June 16, 2026“As a proven business leader, she understands how to deliver results.” A majority of the County Commission lines up behind Melissa’s campaign.
Read More June 11, 2026“Her business and community engagement background will be a great addition to the Florida House,” says the Pinellas County Tax Collector.
Read More June 10, 2026Melissa enters the race for the open House District 60 seat, with establishment Republican support expected to follow.
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