Christopher Simmons

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.

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.

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.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads has released its October 2024 report on planned capital project spending in the North American industrial sector, identifying 170 new projects, including new plant constructions. The report shows a minor 1% dip in industrial project activity from September and a 6% year-to-date decline compared to 2023.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads has released its October 2024 report detailing planned capital project spending in North America's Food and Beverage industry. Known for its in-depth tracking of industrial capital projects, Industrial SalesLeads monitors a wide range of developments, including facility expansions, new plant constructions, and major equipment modernization efforts across various sectors.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its October 2024 report on planned capital project spending in the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm monitors planned industrial capital projects across North America, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment modernization initiatives. The latest research identified 136 new projects, an increase from 128 in September 2024.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/-- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced that Sean Dugan, the company's chief revenue officer, will succeed Rich Gagliano as CEO effective April 2025. Gagliano, who launched Dark Matter in 2023 following over a decade of leadership at its predecessor, Black Knight Origination Technologies, will step into the role of executive chairman.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com), is proud to have been selected by the Town of Lake Park's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to create a Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations Plan, which will further the goals outlined in the CRAs recently updated Master Plan. RMA has assembled a seasoned team of professionals who will collaborate closely with the CRA to develop a comprehensive strategy.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- The award-winning economic development firm, RMA (rma.us.com), is proud to have been selected by the City of Bartow's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to conduct a feasibility study for the potential redevelopment of commercial and residential properties, along with capital improvement projects, within the CRA district.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Pompano Beach Arts is excited to announce the new Artists in Residence (AiR) class at Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA). This dynamic initiative offers a unique opportunity for creative exploration, collaboration, and growth within South Florida's vibrant arts community. Each season, new artists are selected through a competitive process. This year's class features artists with an expansive array of creative techniques and influences.

CELEBRATION and WINTER GARDEN, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Florida and Texas podiatric group Modern Foot & Ankle recently recruited Jacob Ivey, DPM, a podiatrist who specializes in reconstructive surgery and sports medicine, to join the team. He starts seeing patients onand will practice at both the Celebration and Winter Garden locations.

TAMPA, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Doctor Bou Pediatrics Inc today urged parents to immediately schedule school health examinations for their children as the August 12 school start date approaches in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Manatee counties. The pediatric practice warns that students may be barred from attending school if required health forms and vaccinations are not completed on time, as mandated by Florida law to protect public health.

ORLANDO, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- CenterPoint Group ("Centerpoint"), a leading Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and procurement advisory firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Galen Baggs as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Galen Baggs brings with him over two decades of extensive experience in senior leadership roles across various industries, positioning him as a valuable asset to the CenterPoint team.