November 28, 2023
Press Release
FIU's college of nursing establishes Jorge M. Pérez and Darlene Boytell-Pérez 50th anniversary scholarship endowment
Florida International University (FIU) today announced a generous gift from Jorge M. Pérez and Darlene Marie Boytell-Pérez ’89, MS ’96 to establish a new endowment at FIU’s Nicole Wertheim College...
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Published on 11/20/2023
Publix announces Executive Chairman, CEO, and President
LAKELAND, Fla.--Today Publix announced that effective January 1, 2024, CEO Todd Jones will become Executive Chairman, President Kevin Murphy will be promoted to CEO, and Senior Vice President John Goff...
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Published on 11/17/2023
Officials say Florida faces health care provider shortage
Florida officials say that a health care provider shortage worsens as the state's population grows larger and older simultaneously.
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Published on 11/9/2023
3 Florida Poly researchers among world's top 2% of scientists
Florida Polytechnic University professors with advanced research in fields have been named to a prestigious list of the world's top 2% of scientists.
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Published on 11/7/2023
Florida Will Never Forget the Horrors of the Holocaust
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a proclamation recognizing November 6-10 as Holocaust Education Week in Florida.
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Published on 11/7/2023
Building Bridges in Uncertainty
In the dynamic landscape of global business, it's often said that resilience is forged in the crucible of adversity. This is currently exemplified by Israel's vibrant startup community.
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Published on 11/6/2023
U.S. Sugar CEO Robert H. Buker, Jr. Honored With Prestigious “Sugar Man of the Year” Award
Clewiston, FL – U.S. Sugar today announced that its CEO, Robert H. Buker, Jr., has been selected as the 2023 recipient of the national Dyer Memorial Award, “Sugar Man of...
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Published on 10/19/2023
Jacksonville University School of Aviation Program Celebrates 40 Years
The Jacksonville University School of Aviation Program in the Davis College of Business & Technology is flying high, celebrating 40 years this month of training students to be professional pilots,...
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Published on 10/18/2023
IRS preps free Direct File pilot for 2024 season
WASHINGTON — As part of larger transformation efforts underway, the Internal Revenue Service announced today key details about the Direct File pilot for the 2024 filing season with several states...
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Published on 10/17/2023
Tervis taps Hosana Fieber as new chief executive officer
NORTH VENICE, Fla. — Tervis, the nationally loved and family-owned drinkware company founded in 1946, recently appointed Hosana Fieber as its new CEO, with Rogan Donelly, the company’s current CEO, moving...
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Published on 10/16/2023
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
