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Jennifer Hedly

Jennifer Hedly
Jennifer hedly is the managing content editor for Florida Newswire™, and has been a team member of the Neotrope® News Network since Dec. 2008. She is a creative writer, former surfer girl, and currently resides in South Florida. She paints, is a foodie, and owns two pure white tabby cats who prefer their identities be kept secret (and no, they don't have their own Facebook page).

Top Colleges and Universities to Attend Vistamar School’s 17th Annual Multicultural Student College Fair on October 19, 2025 | National News

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- On October 19, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Vistamar School hosts its 17th annual Multicultural Student College Fair at Vistamar School, 737 Hawaii Street in El Segundo. Open to all students, this College Admissions Fair is an opportunity for high school students to meet representatives and alumni from a wide range of top colleges, universities, and service academies from across the country.
Investment Up as U.S. Food & Beverage Greenlights 20 New Construction Projects

Investment Up as U.S. Food & Beverage Greenlights 20 New Construction Projects, Up 17.65% for Sept. 2025

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Industrial SalesLeads today released the results of its September 2025 new planned capital project spending report for the Food and Beverage industry, which tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization. Research confirmed 53 new projects within the Food and Beverage sector. New construction activity increased sharply.

Down Payment Resource’s Brad Cardwell named to MBA’s Associate Advisory Council | National News

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that Brad Cardwell, vice president of sales and business development, has been appointed to the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) Associate Advisory Council (MAAC).

Cloudvirga announces integration between Horizon POS and ICE PPE | National News

IRVINE, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced a new integration between its Horizon POS platform and the ICE PPE from Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE). Built on ICE's latest API framework for mortgage technology, the integration allows loan officers to request loan pricing, validate product eligibility and request rate locks from ICE PPE directly within Horizon's Loan Center.
Dark Matter Technologies integrates Polly

Dark Matter Technologies integrates Polly’s advanced PPE engine into the Empower LOS platform

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced the integration of the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) with Polly's advanced product, pricing and eligibility (PPE) engine, expanding choice for banks, credit unions and mortgage lenders.

Floify’s head of marketing Courtney Dodd named to MBA’s Associate Advisory Council | National News

BOULDER, Colo. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that its head of marketing Courtney Dodd has been appointed to the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) Associate Advisory Council (MAAC).

Maryland Initiative Drives National Symposium to Transform Long-Term Care | National News

LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, Md. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- AgingIN, a global nonprofit dedicated to cultural transformation in eldercare, is co-hosting, in collaboration with Longevity Ready Maryland (LRM) and Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, a virtual symposium, Empower Your Possible: A Longevity Ready Maryland Initiative, to help envision and build a better future. The series is a four-part virtual symposium, offered on Tuesdays in October.

Catch & Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop Builds Bonds Through Nature and Fun | National News

PHOENIX, Ariz. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- The Single Fathers Network (SFN) invites fathers and families across the Valley to join us for Catch & Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop, happening Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST at Rio Vista Community Park & Pond, 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ.

Secured Signing Unveils Realify to Stop Deepfake Fraud | National News

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Secured Signing, a leader in Digital Signatures and Remote Online Notarization (RON) technology, announced the launch of Realify, a new feature designed to protect businesses and their clients from the rising threat of deepfake fraud during remote online notarizations and video signing sessions.

V!NE Announces National Launch of Instant Visual Notification Systems at the 2025 Childcare Success Summit | National News

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- V!NE, a leader in visual event notification systems, is proud to announce its official national launch at the upcoming Childcare Success Summit. Attendees can visit Booth 16 during the Childcare Success Summit to see firsthand how V!NE's patented PoE+ visual notification systems are transforming safety and communication for schools, daycares, churches, and businesses nationwide.

Westland Developers & Consulting LLC Offers Construction and Consultation Support for Fire Survivors in Altadena and Pasadena | National News

ALTADENA, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- In response to the devastating Eaton Fire, which destroyed homes, displaced families, and left entire neighborhoods in ruins, Westland Developers & Consulting LLC has put together a team of professionals to provide a Recovery & Rebuilding Service. This initiative aims to help fire survivors in Altadena and Pasadena take their first steps toward rebuilding their communities. One home at a time.
Industrial Manufacturing Sees 27.8% Jump in Renovation Projects

Industrial Manufacturing Sees 27.8% Jump in Renovation Projects, Proving Strong Momentum into Fall 2025

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Industrial SalesLeads announced today the September 2025 results for the new Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The firm, which tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment modernization confirmed 146 new projects in the industrial sector a 3.55% increase in planned capital investments since June.

Loco Lion Brewery Announces Grand Opening October 4, Bringing British-Inspired Craft Beer and Countryside Views to Loudoun County | National News

HILLSBORO, Va. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Loco Lion Brewery, Loudoun County's newest farm brewery and winery, will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at its 26-acre hilltop location at 36577 Heskett Lane in Hillsboro. The brewery adds a distinctive British-American craft beer experience to Loudoun's thriving brewery cluster while offering breathtaking views of the western Loudoun countryside.

Peak Residential implements Argyle-LenderLogix integration – LiteSpeed first POS to integrate with Argyle VOA | National News

BUFFALO, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale (POS) and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, today announced that Peak Residential Lending (Peak) has adopted LenderLogix's LiteSpeed(tm) integration with Argyle to deliver verification of assets (VOA) directly at the point of sale (POS). LiteSpeed is the first POS to offer VOA through Argyle's verification platform.

The Offshore Wind Plot Thickens: Federal Government Announces Intent to Reconsider Prior Approval of Empire Wind 2 Project | National News

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- In a significant development for coastal communities and marine conservation advocates, the U.S. Dept. of Justice has informed the federal court in Washington, D.C. that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) intends to reconsider its prior approval of the Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project. The announcement came in a filing made on September 30, 2025 in response to ongoing litigation brought by Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (Save LBI) and co-plaintiffs.

From Mass Shooting Survivor to Workplace Safety Pioneer: Carly Fliesher’s Powerful ‘The Thirteenth Floor’ Transforms Corporate Trauma Response | National News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Essential reading for leaders navigating an increasingly complex workplace landscape: Carly Fliesher's groundbreaking memoir "The Thirteenth Floor: How Dealing With Trauma Transformed My Approach to Employee Well-Being" (ISBN: 978-1968339890 [paperback]; 978-1968339906 [ebook]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), which delivers both heart-wrenching personal narrative and actionable corporate strategy.

Acre Press publishes ‘How to Create an Organic Aquarium’ by Oliver Jamieson | National News

PERTH, Australia /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Acre Press and author Oliver Jamieson today announced the release of "How to Create an Organic Aquarium: The Beginner's Guide to Soil-Based Aquariums" (ISBN: 978-1763713772). The book explains how soil, plants, and microorganisms can replace traditional filtration and simplify aquarium care. Written in an approachable style, it is aimed at beginners who want a straightforward, affordable way to start the hobby.

Big Update: Edimakor V4.4.0 Integrates Wan2.2 and Hailuo Models to Redefine AI Video Boundaries | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw Edimakor, the AI-powered creative software trusted by a global community of creators, has announced the release of Edimakor V4.4.0, a major upgrade that brings together two advanced models - Wan2.2 and MiniMax-Hailuo-02. This update delivers smoother, more versatile video generation and introduces over 1,000 new full-body avatar templates, giving creators unmatched flexibility and power for professional and personal projects.

How New AI Technology Helps Long-Distance Relationships Thrive | National News

NEW YORK, N.Y., and GUANGDONG, China /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- One of the biggest challenges in a long-distance relationship is keeping things fresh. Calls and video chats are great, but they can't replace a hug or a kiss. As a leader in AI video generation, iMyFone DreamVid - AI Image to Video Generator offers long-distance couples a whole new, fun way to connect.

Freeleven: Celebrating G4Free’s 11th Anniversary | National News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- G4Free today celebrates its 11th anniversary, highlighting over a decade of freedom and innovation. To mark the milestone, the brand is launching its Smoofit Collection, featuring comfortable, versatile pieces inspired by G4Free's ethos: "Move Free, Feel Free, Go for Free."