FLORIDA NEWS

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced its expansion into the servicing market with the launch of a Dark Matter servicing platform. This strategic move positions Dark Matter as a comprehensive provider of mortgage solutions by aligning the scalable, easy-to-configure servicing platform alongside the company's loan origination systems (LOSs) and artificial intelligence productivity assistants.

SARASOTA, Fla., /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- MileageWise is the first company to announce offering lifetime plans for mileage tracking, catering to long-term users. By eliminating monthly or yearly fees, users can significantly reduce software costs over time. Mileage tracker apps have become indispensable for ensuring tax compliance, minimizing audit risks, and maximizing deductions.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Spodak Dental Group is proud to announce the implementation of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology to elevate the quality of care provided to patients. This innovative approach ensures greater precision in diagnosing and treating dental conditions while keeping patient well-being at the center of everything they do.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced the agenda for its Horizon User Conference. Exclusive to Dark Matter clients and partners, the conference will take place at the Omni Amelia Island on April 22-24.

TAMPA, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Pure Polymer Solutions is setting a new standard for sustainability in water treatment with its revolutionary PUREMIX technology. Designed to reduce environmental impact while optimizing efficiency, PUREMIX empowers industries to embrace eco-friendly practices without sacrificing performance.

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.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Worth Pursuing Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to hunger relief, mental health advocacy, and education, is proud to host its 1st Annual "New Year, Healthy You" Health Fair on January 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jacksonville Public Library Main, located at 303 N Laura St, Jacksonville, FL.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, today announced the appointment of Brad Vasto as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Vasto steps into the role as Sean Dugan, the outgoing CRO, prepares to assume the position of CEO in April 2025, succeeding current CEO Rich Gagliano.

OAKLAND PARK, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- The City of Oakland Park proudly hosted U.S. Department of the Interior Assistant Secretary Shannon Estenoz on Friday, December 13, 2024, at City Centennial Park. This visit included a tour of the park and a discussion of enhancements that will be funded through a $2.5 million grant awarded through the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, today announced that Stephanie Durflinger, its chief product officer, has been named a HousingWire Tech Trendsetter, and Bethany Williams-Woodward, its data solutions product manager, has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine's 40 Under 40 list.

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Be On The Move, a woman-owned home health physical therapy business in Boynton Beach, Florida, proudly announces the introduction of SoftWave Therapy, a researched and effective treatment designed to provide effective pain relief and accelerated healing.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wednesday (Dec. 4), Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced three judicial appointments: First, Johnathan Lott, of Fort Lauderdale, to serve as Judge on the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Court. Lott has served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida since 2020.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Today, Fla. Governor Ron DeSantis announced the award of $7.8M in additional funding from the Florida Disaster Fund to communities hit by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The award includes $500,000 for school district foundations to support teachers and support staff who worked to get schools back open just days after the storms.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its November 2024 report on planned capital project spending in the Industrial Manufacturing industry, highlighting a significant uptick in activity. The firm, which monitors North American industrial capital project plans, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment modernizations, identified 151 new projects for the month.

MIAMI-DADE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- In a continued effort to strengthen the small business community, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava joined Miami-Dade County’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development and Wells Fargo leaders to officially launch the Strive305 HUB, an all-in-one resource platform designed to help small business owners connect with essential resources, community partners, and growth opportunities. Powered by Miami-Dade County and funded and sponsored by Wells Fargo, the Strive305 HUB ("STRIVE 305") aims to make small business support more accessible and impactful.

MIAMI-DADE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Recently (Nov. 20), the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners voted in favor of a resolution sponsored by Commissioner Eileen Higgins to eliminate single-use plastics and styrofoam at Miami-Dade County facilities like Miami International airport, PortMiami and County offices.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Mark your calendars, music lovers! Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to announce Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will return to the City's beautiful shore on January 24th and 25th, 2025. This 4th annual festival promises to be bigger and tastier than ever before, featuring a stellar lineup of renowned jazz musicians including Joshua Redman & Gabrielle Cavassa, Judith Hill, Randy Brecker, and Jazz Funk Soul alongside a vibrant new food court with a New Orleans flavor, all directly on the beach stage!

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, announced today that Shore United Bank (Shore United), a community bank founded in 1876, has selected the Empower® LOS and select AIVA® AI virtual assistants from Dark Matter to streamline its mortgage lending operations and offer additional support for integrations.

DESTIN, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- For the ninth consecutive year, AJ's on the Bayou is excited to invite everyone to its free Thanksgiving Day meal, served from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The beloved waterfront restaurant aims to surpass last year's turnout of nearly 1,000 meals, extending a warm invitation to all in the community.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Spodak Dental Group proudly sponsored another Halloween Candy Buyback event this year, where both local children and members of the armed forces benefited. The team collected more than 210 pounds of Halloween candy, which was donated to Soldiers' Angels in support of international and national heroes as part of the "Treats for Troops" initiative.