PHOENIX, Arizona, April 27 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: Since last Saturday - when Kari Lake said in Idaho that "'unfortunately' Arizona isn't enforcing [the] 1864 abortion ban" - Lake has been to Georgia, Alabama, Florida and even Hungary (virtually) and has plans to be in Indiana and Illinois this weekend. On Saturday, Lake will be headlining the St. Joseph County Republicans' Lincoln Day dinner in South Bend, Indiana. On Sunday, Lake   more

GRACEVILLE, Florida, April 23 -- Baptist University of Florida issued the following statement: * * * How is the Baptist University of Florida (BUF) maximizing its kingdom impact? How are we magnifying the glory of God? We are accomplishing these goals by faithfully equipping the men and women entrusted to us to make a gospel impact in both vocational ministry and corporate workplaces. Our students are being prepared to glorify God locally, nationally, and even internationally. With this in min  more

MOBILE, Alabama, April 27 -- The University of South Alabama issued the following news release: Darren J. Baxley, a veteran law enforcement officer at the University of Florida, where he most recently has served as deputy chief of police, has been named chief of police at the University of South Alabama. He begins June 10. "The security of our students, faculty, staff and patients is and will continue to be a priority, which is reflected in today's announcement," said President Jo Bonner. "Fun  more

WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: One year ago today, Anna Paulina Luna passed the Default on America Act, far-right legislation that risked the safety and security of American families, nearly forcing the U.S. to default on its debts. Had House Democrats not saved our country from a catastrophic default, the extreme MAGA Republican wish-list backed by Anna Paulina Luna would have: * Gutted funding for   more

WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: One year ago today, Maria Elvira Salazar passed the Default on America Act, far-right legislation that risked the safety and security of American families, nearly forcing the U.S. to default on its debts. Had House Democrats not saved our country from a catastrophic default, the extreme MAGA Republican wish-list backed by Maria Elvira Salazar would have: * Gutted fundin  more

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, April 26 (TNSres) -- Eckerd College issued the following news: By Robbyn Hopewell Environmental Studies Instructor, Internship Coordinator and Eckerd College Community Farm Faculty Director David Himmelfarb, Ph.D., tried to point out the silver lining as he delivered an impromptu speech to St. Petersburg's mayor and city council on April 11. "I tried to say that in a time of catastrophe and failure, to act on a global level, our students at the farm and the students a  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 27 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: This week, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted investments to continue to strengthen Florida's natural resources, announcing his commitment to signing $1.5 billion for Everglades and water quality, making investments in the Florida Wildlife Corridor, and strengthening Florida's infrastructure. Today, the Governor is announcing the award of $60 million in alternative water supply fu  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 27 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 25, 2024: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces one judicial appointment to the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court. Charles Helm, of Floral City, to serve as Judge on the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court Helm has served as a County Court Judge for Citrus County since 2021. Previously, he served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit. He earned his bachelor's deg  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 27 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 25, 2024: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until May 10, 2024, to act on these bills. CS/CS/HB 939 - Consumer Protection CS/CS/CS/HB 1065 - Substance Abuse Treatment CS/CS/HB 935 - Home Health Care Services CS/CS/CS/HB 1083 - Permanency for Children CS/HB 1561 - Office Surgeries HB 7089 - Transparency in Health a  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 27 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/CS/CS/HB 613 - Mobile Home Park Lot Tenancies CS/CS/HB 1171 - Schemes to Defraud CS/CS/HB 1181 - Juvenile Justice CS/CS/HB 1389 - Digital Voyeurism CS/CS/HB 159 - HIV Infection Prevention Drugs CS/CS/HB 7013 - Special Districts CS/CS/HB 917 - Career and Technical Education CS/HB 1031 - Debt Relief Services CS/HB  more

CRYSTAL RIVER, Florida, April 27 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 25, 2024: Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis joined the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and SeaWorld at Three Sisters Springs to assist with the release of a manatee back into the wild. The manatee, named Toast, was rescued at Kings Bay near Three Sisters Springs in January after suffering from a natural buoyancy problem. The manatee was taken to SeaWorld Orlando's rescue  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 23 -- The Florida Public Service Commission issued the following weekly summary of orders in the electric industry division docket: * * * DOCKET NO. 20230019-EI DATE FILED: 04/23/2024 ORDER NO. AND DESCRIPTION: PSC-2024-0119-CFO-EI Order PSC-2024-0119-CFO-EI granting TECO's request for confidential classification (of DN 01320-2024) for a period of 18 months from the date of this order. DOCKET TITLE: Petition for recovery of costs associated with named tropical s  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 22 -- The Florida Public Service Commission issued the following weekly summary of orders in the gas industry division docket: * * * DOCKET NO. 20230124-GU DATE FILED: 04/22/2024 ORDER NO. AND DESCRIPTION: PSC-2024-0115-PAA-GU PAA Order PSC-2024-0115-PAA-GU approving FPUC's limited variance from area extension program tariff; if no protest, order to become final and effective on issuance of a CO; if order becomes final, docket to be closed; protest due 5/13/24.   more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 22 -- The Florida Public Service Commission issued the following weekly summary of orders in the telecommunications industry division docket: * * * DOCKET NO. 20240029-TX DATE FILED: 04/22/2024 ORDER NO. AND DESCRIPTION: PSC-2024-0113-PAA-TX PAA Order PSC-2024-0113-PAA-TX granting Certificate of Authority No. 8989 to CBN; if no protest, order to become final and effective on issuance of a CO; if order becomes final, docket to be closed; protest due 5/13/24. DOCK  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 23 -- The Florida Public Service Commission issued the following weekly summary of orders in the water and wastewater industry division docket: * * * DOCKET NO. 20230083-WS DATE FILED: 04/23/2024 ORDER NO. AND DESCRIPTION: PSC-2024-0118-PAA-WS PAA Order PSC-2024-0118-PAA-WS approving change in water and wastewater rates and final order requiring refund of interim revenue, removal of amortized rate case expense, and proof of adjustments; if no protest, order to be  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 25 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following news on April 24, 2024: Today, the Florida Democratic Party released its schedule of events and training opportunities and announced special guests Rick Wilson and Brandon Wolf as featured speakers at Leadership Blue Weekend in Orlando next month. From May 3-5, over 1,000 Democrats are expected to join Florida Democrats at Disney's Contemporary Resort for Leadership Blue Weekend 2024. Ahead of the annual gala d  more

SURFSIDE, Florida, April 25 -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release on April 24, 2024: Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, known for its year-round oceanfront elegance within an iconic social club setting, has been awarded two Michelin Keys by the Michelin Guide. A selection designed to recommend to the world the most singular and authentic travel experiences, the accolade celebrates excellence in design, architecture, service, personality, and a significant contri  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- Fox Rothschild, a law firm, issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: Fox Rothschild congratulates Carol E. Thorstad-Forsyth on being named to South Florida Business & Wealth magazine's 2024 class of Prestigious Women. The annual award recognizes women in South Florida who "lead and inspire [the] regional business and philanthropic communities through their careers, mentorship, and generosity." Thorstad-Forsyth, a partner in the firm's Intell  more

TUCSON, Arizona, April 27 -- The University of Arizona issued the following news release: Joseph Glover, who previously served as provost at the University of Florida, will be the University of Arizona's next senior vice president of academic affairs and provost, leading the academic enterprise of the university. His appointment begins on July 1. Glover, a mathematician, stepped down from his provost role in Gainesville in July 2023 after serving in the position for 15 years. During his tenure  more

ORLANDO, Florida, April 27 -- Hilton Grand Vacations, a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide, issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) announces today the completion of a $240 million securitization of legacy Bluegreen Vacations timeshare loans through Hilton Grand Vacations Trust 2024-1B ("the Trust"). Four classes of Notes were issued by the Trust, including approximately $101 million of Class A Notes, approximately $58 million of Class B Notes, ap  more

ORLANDO, Florida, April 27 (TNSres) -- Hilton Grand Vacations, a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide, issued the following news release: Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) announces it will report financial results for the first quarter of 2024 before the financial markets open on Thursday, May 9, 2024, followed by a teleconference at 11 a.m. (ET). Participants are encouraged to listen to the live webcast by logging onto the HGV Investor Relations website at http://investors.hgv.com/events-and-  more

MELBOURNE, Florida, April 27 (TNSres) -- L3Harris Technologies, a technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider, issued the following news release: * * * - Orders/1 of $5.5 billion; book-to-bill of 1.06x - Revenue of $5.2 billion, up 17%, up 5% organically/1 - Operating margin of 7.3%; adjusted segment operating margin/1 of 15.1% - Earnings per share (eps) of $1.48; non-gaap eps/1 of $3.06 - 2024 adjusted segment operating margin/1 guidance increases   more

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: This week, MAGA Republicans across the country made their extremist leader Donald Trump proud as they carried out his anti-freedom agenda in their states - promoting violent rhetoric and attacking the rights of constituents they swore to serve. Take a look at the latest: Because of Trump, from Arizona to Florida, women face dangerous and extreme abortion bans. This week, Trump said the horrifying real  more

VERO BEACH, Florida, April 27 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on April 25, 2024: Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Vero Beach Apartments in Vero Beach, Florida, for $2,350,000. "The Vero Beach Apartments sold to a 1031 exchange buyer from Broward County," said River Rhoads, associate. "This sale exemplifies a notable s  more

MIAMI, Florida, April 27 -- Miami-Dade County Public Schools issued the following news release: U.S. News & World Report's annual list of the nation's best schools is out, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) led Florida once again. Out of 17,660 schools ranked nationally, three M-DCPS high schools were ranked in the Top 100 Best High Schools in the U.S. and 16 are among the Top 100 Best High Schools in Florida. Overall M-DCPS had 94 traditional and magnet schools on the list. U.S. Ne  more

MIAMI, Florida, April 27 (TNSres) -- The University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine issued the following news: By Joey Garcia The Class of 2024 put their NextGenMD scholarly and research skills on display at the inaugural Scholarly Concentration Capstone Poster Symposium that concluded their University of Miami Miller School of Medicine academic year. Nearly 150 digital posters were submitted, with 40 selected by the dual-degree program directors and the pathway directors for full displa  more

CORAL GABLES, Florida, April 27 (TNSres) -- The University of Miami issued the following news: By Michael R. Malone University of Miami specialists in health psychology and in mindfulness practices offer tips to help reframe how we perceive stress and shift our response to build resilience and support well-being. You're striding to the podium, heart pounding, hyper-aware, about to give that commencement address in front of a packed room. Are you "energized" and "excited," ready to meet the ch  more

SARASOTA, Florida, April 27 -- The University of South Florida's Sarasota-Manatee campus issued the following news: The first-ever residence hall under construction at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee now has a name: Atala Hall, after a rare tropical butterfly that feeds and breeds in the landscaping on campus. Atala butterflies are small with inky black wings, speckled with iridescent blue spots and a bright red body. Once thought to be extinct, they are making a comeback than  more

PENSACOLA, Florida, April 27 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: University of West Florida Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering students were recognized with the Ingenuity Award at the 30th NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge. The Ingenuity Award, judged by NASA engineers, is given to a team that shows the most creative design and problem-solving process. The competition, which concluded on   more