May 9, 2024
Press Release
Economic Benefits of a Robust Childcare System in Florida
Access to affordable, quality child care and early learning programs is essential for keeping parents in the workforce.
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Published on 9/25/2023
The Florida Center for Nursing releases report on the State of the Nursing Workforce in Florida
Tampa, Fla. - The Florida Center for Nursing published its latest report “The State of the Nursing Workforce in Florida.” Consistent with Florida statute (§464.0195), the report provides a comprehensive analysis...
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Published on 9/18/2023
Tampa International Airport to close early Tuesday ahead of potential major hurricane
Tampa International Airport will suspend all commercial operations beginning at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia, with the Airport remaining closed until it can assess any damages later...
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Published on 8/28/2023
Florida Poly kicks off 10th academic year with exceptional freshmen, exciting growth
LAKELAND, Fla – Florida Polytechnic University welcomed students back to campus on Tuesday, Aug. 22, launching the 10th academic year in the all-STEM institution’s history.
University officials said they anticipate...
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Published on 8/22/2023
Finalists Announced for the 13th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch
GrowFL is proud to announce the finalists for the 13th Annual Florida Companies to Watch Awards, a prestigious recognition program celebrating high-performing second-stage companies that demonstrate innovative business strategies and excellent...
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Published on 8/22/2023
ADT Announces Sale of Commercial Business for $1.6 Billion
BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 08, 2023 -- ADT Inc. (NYSE: ADT), the most trusted brand in smart home and small business security, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement...
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Published on 8/8/2023
H. Irwin Levy, founder of Century Village and patriarch of Jewish community, passes away at 97
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (August 3, 2023) --- One of the most impactful individuals in the history of the Palm Beaches, Israel and on global Jewry, H. Irwin Levy passed away at...
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Published on 8/3/2023
University of South Florida sets new records for total donors and funds committed in a single year
TAMPA, Fla. (July 25, 2023) — The University of South Florida received more than $157 million in philanthropic commitments last fiscal year from over 37,500 donors, setting records for both financial...
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Published on 7/25/2023
FPL commissions latest solar site, completes 2023 planned construction
The latest: Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) commissioned its latest solar energy center, FPL Etonia Creek, in Putnam County, completing the company’s planned solar construction for the year.
2023 Milestone: In...
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Published on 7/25/2023
Art of Holocaust Survivor Samuel Bak On Display at Polk Museum of Art
LAKELAND, Fla. (July 25, 2023) – The Polk Museum of Art is pleased to announce the opening of its latest exhibition, “Remembering Vilna: The Holocaust and the Art of Samuel Bak”...
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Published on 7/25/2023
Two Florida Tech Students Named 2023 Astronaut Scholars
MELBOURNE, FLA. — Florida Tech seniors Karly Liebendorfer and Ruth Nichols have been named 2023 Astronaut Scholars, the prestigious recognition from the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) that signifies they are among “the...
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Published on 7/25/2023
Florida Poly President Randy Avent to step down after decade of growing success
LAKELAND, Fla. – Dr. Randy K. Avent, president of Florida Polytechnic University, announced today that he is stepping down from the position at the end of the 2023-24 academic year,...
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Published on 7/24/2023
Walmart creates more inclusive shopping with sensory-friendly back-to-school shopping experience
In a recent press release, Walmart said they are striving every day to create a culture where everyone feels they belong. This year, Walmart is taking steps toward creating a...
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Published on 7/21/2023
Baker County Development Commission Announces a Public Private Partnership with Plant Agricultural Systems Creating Over 600 Jobs and Investing $750M into the Baker County Economy
BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA (July 19, 2023) – The Baker County Development Commission announced today that a Public Private Partnership with Plant Agricultural Systems (PLANT-AS) is moving forward in Baker County,...
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Published on 7/19/2023
Gulfcoast Girl Scouts Chosen as Manatee Chamber 2023 Small Business of the Year (Nonprofit)
Manatee County (FL) – The Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, a non-profit organization of nearly 3,500 girls in grades K-12, and more than 1,500 adult members in the greater gulf coast...
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Published on 6/30/2023
New Federal Rule Threatens to Shut Down Four of Florida's Seaports
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (June 28, 2023) – Newly proposed rules by the National Oceanic Atmospheric Association (NOAA) pose a clear and present danger to Florida’s economy, its public safety and the security of...
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Published on 6/28/2023
Florida Trend receives 6 'Editorial Excellence' honors from the Alliance of Area Business Publishers
The Alliance of Area Business Publishers (AABP) presented its annual Editorial Excellence awards to newspaper and magazine business periodicals at the closing celebration of its three-day annual Summer Conference on June 26, 2023, in Detroit, Michigan.
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Published on 6/27/2023
Schanzenbach Joins UF As Senior Advisor To President For Academic Excellence
Today, University of Florida President Dr. Ben Sasse announced Dr. Diane Whitmore Schanzenbach will join UF as Senior Advisor to the President for Academic Excellence and Associate Provost on Aug. 8. Schanzenbach is Director of the Institute for Policy Research (IPR) and Margaret Walker Alexander Professor of Human Development and Social Policy, both at Northwestern University.
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Published on 6/20/2023
Space Florida, Israel Innovation Authority Funded $20 Million into Research and Development Projects over a Decade
EXPLORATION PARK, Fla.—June 19, 2023—Today Space Florida, the state’s aerospace finance and development authority, and the Israel Innovation Authority, an independent publicly funded agency dedicated to fostering innovation ecosystems, announced...
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Published on 6/19/2023
Holland & Knight Announces New Leadership Team
MIAMI (June 8, 2023) — Holland & Knight is pleased to announce that Robert J. Grammig will become the firm’s Chair and Chief Executive Officer, and David C. Whitestone and Tiffani...
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Published on 6/8/2023
Florida TaxWatch President/CEO Dominic M. Calabro's statement on Gov. DeSantis Signing Tax Relief Package, Upcoming Sales Tax Holidays
Tallahassee, Fla. – The statement below, to be attributed to Florida TaxWatch President and CEO Dominic M. Calabro, pertains to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signage of HB 7063: Taxation, the state’s tax relief package, and the...
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Published on 5/25/2023
Black Dog Venture Partners acquires 20% stake in St. Petersburg based, woman-owned music discovery platform Giggidy
Black Dog Venture Partners announced that it has acquired a 20% stake in St. Petersburg-based Music Discovery Platform Giggidy (Giggidylive.com). Scott Kelly, BDVP's CEO will become interim CEO and Chairman of the Board. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Published on 5/24/2023
Attorney General Moody Launches Helping Heroes To Provide Free Naloxone To Florida First Responders Now Through 2033
On National Fentanyl Awareness Day, Attorney General Ashley Moody is launching a new program to help fight the national opioid crisis. Flanked by first responders in Clearwater today, Attorney General...
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Published on 5/10/2023
South Florida Resident Launches Fresh Healthier Food Options for Your Furry Friends
A local company Totus Pet Food is making it easy and convenient for dog owners to provide healthy fresh food for their dogs. Totus Pet Food's personalized subscription plan offers a unique blend of quality meats that are dog friendly combined with nourishing and wholesome fruits and vegetables to promote healthier, longer lives for dogs.
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Published on 5/9/2023
Governor Ron DeSantis Cracks Down on Communist China
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — Today, Governor DeSantis signed three bills to counteract the malign influence of the Chinese Communist Party in the state of Florida. Last year, Governor DeSantis called on the...
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Published on 5/8/2023
