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FLORIDA BUSINESS

Another Strong Showing to Round Out Q1/25

Another Strong Showing to Round Out Q1/25 with 425 New U.S. Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads announced today the March 2025 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. Research confirms 147 new projects in the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The company monitors planned industrial capital investments across North America, encompassing facility expansions, new factory builds, and major equipment upgrades.
March 2025 Produced 57 New Food and Beverage Industry Planned Projects

March 2025 Produced 57 New Food and Beverage Industry Planned Projects In U.S. with Top Activity in Ohio

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads' March 2025 report on new planned capital project spending in the North American Food and Beverage industry has been released today. The report, which covers facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization, indicates 57 new projects.
New Indie Eco Film, ‘The Paper Bear’

New Indie Eco Film, ‘The Paper Bear’ to Premiere at the 2025 Florida Film Festival

SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- "The Paper Bear," a feature-length film and conservation initiative by The Paper Bear nonprofit, has been officially selected for the 2025 Florida Film Festival in Orlando, Florida. The world premiere of the film will take place during the festival, which runs from April 11 to 20, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the film's journey to raise awareness about Northwest Florida's biodiversity.
Dr. Marco N. Barusco

Dr. Marco N. Barusco Appointed VP of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, as an Advocate for Patient Safety

PORT ORANGE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dr. Marco N. Barusco, a pioneer in hair restoration surgery and renowned educator, has been appointed Vice President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). This prestigious role reflects his decades-long commitment to advancing cosmetic surgery standards, particularly within hair restoration.
Cheya Thousand Consulting

RestorHER x Worth Pursuing Inc. Micro-Grants Launch to Support Women Entrepreneurs in Thriving Without Burnout

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Women entrepreneurs now have a new funding opportunity with the RestorHER x Worth Pursuing Inc. Micro-Grant, designed to support women-owned, for-profit businesses while promoting well-being and sustainability. RestorHER, founded by Cheya Thousand, helps ambitious women thrive without burnout through funding, coaching, and community-driven initiatives.
Dark Matter Technologies

Dark Matter Technologies completes migration to AWS to enhance computing speed, performance and scalability

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced the successful completion of its IT infrastructure migration to Amazon Web Services (AWS). This strategic move enhances Dark Matter's ability to deliver superior performance, scalability and reliability to mortgage industry clients
15% Increase in New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects

A 15% Increase in New Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects Reported for February 2025 : National News

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its February 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The company monitors industrial capital project activity across North America, including new plant construction, facility expansions, and major equipment upgrades. The latest research identifies 149 new projects, with renovation initiatives taking the lead in the industry.

FLORIDA GOVERNMENT

Florida Gov Ron DeSantis 2019

Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Six Bills including CS/HB 421 – Peer Support for First Responders

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Friday (April 18), Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/HB 421 – Peer Support for First Responders; HB 513 – Electronic Transmittal of Court Orders; HB 655 – Pet Insurance and Wellness Programs; and CS/HB 1313 – Trust Funds.
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava vetoes anti-fluoride legislation following guidance of dentists and medical experts

MIAMI-DADE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Recently (April 11), Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced her decision to veto Resolution No. R-370-25 approved by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners on April 1, which directed that fluoridation of the County’s water end within the next 30 days. [VIDEO]
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (2024)

Fla. Gov DeSantis Appointments for April 9, 2025, include So. Florida Water Management District and One Judicial Appointment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wednesday (April 9), Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Thomas Hurley and Robert Spottswood Jr. and the reappointment of Charlette Roman to the South Florida Water Management District. First, Thomas Hurley is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Becker Holding Corporation.
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava appoints Stacy Miller as Director of the Dept. of Transportation and Public Works

MIAMI, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Recently, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announces the appointment of Stacy Miller as the new Director of the Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW). Miller joins the County from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), where she currently serves as the District Six Secretary, overseeing the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the State Highway System in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.
Celebrate Black History Month at Soul Fest 2025 with Food and Music

City of Oakland Park Invites Locals to Celebrate Black History Month at Soul Fest 2025 with Food and Music

OAKLAND PARK, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Join us at Soul Fest as we honor Black History Month by celebrating the rich contributions and achievements of the African American community. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jaco Pastorius Park at 4000 North Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, Florida.
City of Oakland Park Hosts its Annual MLK Celebration

City of Oakland Park Hosts its Annual MLK Celebration for 2025 at Wimberly Field

OAKLAND PARK, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- The City of Oakland Park is excited to invite the community to its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Celebration on Saturday, January 18, 2025. The festivities will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. at Wimberly Field, located at 4000 NE 3rd Avenue.

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