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State Tipoffs Involving Florida Newsletter for Thursday October 17, 2024 ( 26 items )  

"To Infinity and Beyond" at Toy Story Place, a Family Entertainment Spot With Playful Water Features Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * Spanning the upper decks of the Disney Adventure, this vibrant outdoor area will offer family friendly entertainment throughout the day * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - Toy Story Place will inspire guests to explore, play, connect and have fun in a whimsical water play land where the world of Pixar's "Toy Story" movies spring to life in surprising and inventive ways. This vibrant outdoor area locat  more

8 Greenberg Traurig Lawyers Listed as LACCA Approved for 2025
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: NEW YORK - Oct. 15, 2024 - Eight lawyers from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were listed as LACCA Approved for 2025. The Latin America Corporate Counsel Association (LACCA) annually selects private practice lawyers who have been recommended by other LACCA members and are considered the top general counsel from the region, according to the publication. The following Greenberg Traurig lawyers, al  more

Artfully Themed Staterooms, Luxury Concierge Offerings and Accommodations Provide the Utmost Indulgence Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * Expertly designed and lavishly appointed staterooms and suites will bring fan-favorite Disney, Pixar and Marvel stories to life Concierge Services and Concierge Accommodations will provide guests the ultimate in convenience and personalization, and access to exclusive areas and amenities * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - Modern comfort will meet guest-centric conveniences in the accommodations onbo  more

Brand New Disney Cruise Line Float to Set Sail in the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 15, 2024 - Disney Cruise Line will debut a brand-new float during the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, November 28. The enchanting float, "Magic Meets the Seas," will celebrate the continued expansion of the Disney Cruise Line fleet, while delighting Parade viewers with a specially choreographed performance starring beloved Disney characters. Link to rendering (https  more

Clemson University's Cooperative Extension: 2024 Southeastern Citrus Expo Comes to Charleston
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The Clemson University's Cooperative Extension issued the following news: Citrus crops are gaining popularity in South Carolina, and everyone interested in growing or learning about these crops is invited to the 2024 Southeastern Citrus Expo, Nov. 22-23, in Charleston, South Carolina. This year's event features drop-in tours, a banquet, and a full day of educational sessions. Zack Snipes, a horticulture agent with the Clemson University Cooperative   more

Disney Cruise Line Reveals Spaces and Experiences Coming to the Disney Adventure, Setting Sail on Dec. 15, 2025
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * Drawing on over 100 years of storytelling from Disney, Marvel and Pixar, the first Disney Cruise Line ship for guests in Asia will be filled with epic experiences, endless adventures and something for everyone to delight in. * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) -- When the Disney Adventure sets sail from Singapore on Dec. 15, 2025, guests will be treated to a magical cruise holiday that celebrates Disney  more

Disney Discovery Reef: Upscale Dining Experiences Inspired by the Water and Sky Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * This intimate, open-air gathering space houses a variety of quick service dining, bar and cafe venues * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - At Disney Discovery Reef on the Disney Adventure, families will play, shop and dine in an ethereal and ever-changing retreat evoking favorite aquatic characters and nautical stories from Disney and Pixar, including "The Little Mermaid," "Lilo and Stitch," "Finding N  more

Disney World: Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced for the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Disney World issued the following news release: Experience traditions from around the world as the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth sleighs its way back to Walt Disney World Resort from Nov. 29 - Dec. 30, 2024, including its most beloved tradition, the Candlelight Processional. Celebrity Narrators Bring Merry & Bright Star Power The Candlelight Processional tells the story of Christmas through a stunning performa  more

DSCC: ICYMI - "Nearly Every GOP Candidate Has Been Embroiled in Some Comically Absurd Scandal or Another" [Jezebel]
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee issued the following news release: * * * Jezebel: "Nearly Every GOP Candidate Has Been Embroiled in Some Comically Absurd Scandal or Another" * * * * Nearly every GOP candidate has been embroiled in some comically absurd scandal or another. * One candidate recently called women "crazy" for caring about abortion rights. Another's compared himself to a falsely accused rapist...another doesn't even appear to live in the state   more

FIS: With Consumers Leaning on Social Media for Financial Advice, Banks Have an Opportunity to Avoid a Generational Trust Cliff
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Key facts: * New survey reveals significant shift in relationship between younger generations and traditional financial institutions as trust in financial advice from social media grows. * According to the survey, social media has become the primary source of financial advice for younger generations, which can promote unrealistic comparisons and financial   more

Fla. Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson Launches Loan Program for Florida Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Milton
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 16 -- The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that Florida farmers, ranchers, and growers impacted by Hurricane Milton can now apply for interest-free loans through the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program. Loans can be used by eligible agriculture and aquaculture producers to restore, repair, or r  more

Fla. State Board of Education Applauds Success of Apprenticeship, Preapprenticeship Programs
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 16 -- The Florida State Board of Education issued the following news on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Substantial growth leads to record number of programs and participants * * * The State Board of Education applauded the success of Florida's apprenticeship and preapprenticeship programs with a new report that showcases the state's progress toward becoming the #1 state in the nation for workforce education by 2030. Additionally, the State Board approved a new rule allowing   more

Florida Democrats Announce Six-Figure Investment With New Ads & Organizing Campaign to Engage Haitian Voters
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following news on Oct 15, 2024: Today, the Florida Democratic Party announced a six-figure investment in reaching Haitian Floridians, launching new ads and an organizing campaign to turn out Haitian voters in the final weeks of the election. The six-figure campaign will reach Haitian voters with ads in both English and Creole and fund grassroots organizing efforts. The ad, "Words Shape Our Reality" calls out Donald Trump  more

Greenberg Traurig Advises InPost on Acquisition of Remaining Stake in Menzies Distribution Group
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: LONDON - Oct. 16, 2024 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised InPost Group on its acquisition of the remaining 70% of Menzies Distribution Group for pound sterling60.4 million, giving it 100% control over Menzies' Express and Newstrade operations. Menzies' nationwide logistics capability will give InPost the ability to scale at speed in the UK to match increasing consumer demand - serving the  more

Greenberg Traurig Recognized at LatinFinance's 2024 Project & Infrastructure Finance Awards
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: NEW YORK - Oct. 14, 2024 - Global law firm was recognized at LatinFinance's 2024 Project & Infrastructure Finance Awards, held in New York City Oct. 10. Greenberg Traurig represented the special purpose vehicles owned by an acquisition trust managed by Mexico Infrastructure Partners (MIP), the leading investment fund asset manager in the infrastructure and energy sectors in Latin America, on the fund f  more

Greenberg Traurig's Sylvia Simson Elected as American Bar Foundation Fellow
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: NEW YORK - Oct. 16, 2024 - Sylvia E. Simson, a Litigation shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office, has been elected as an American Bar Foundation (ABF) fellow. According to the organization, the ABF fellow program is a "global honorary society of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated dedication to t  more

Join Moana at Wayfinder Bay Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * The relaxing retreat with stunning views will double as a one-of-a-kind performance venue for live shows and interactive events, including "Moana: Call of the Sea" * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - At Wayfinder Bay on the Disney Adventure, guests will be called to an open-air oasis under the sun, where relaxation and exclusive entertainment await. Tucked away at the back of the ship, this relaxing   more

L3Harris Appoints Trane Technologies Chair and CEO Dave Regnery to Board of Directors
MELBOURNE, Florida, Oct. 17 -- L3Harris Technologies, a technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) today announced that David S. Regnery, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Trane Technologies plc, has been appointed to its Board of Directors. "Dave is a strong business leader with proven success in business transformation, putting the customer first and creating a   more

Marvel Fans Unite at Marvel Landing, Including Three All-New Attractions on the High Seas, Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * This adventure zone will include Ironcyle Test Run, the longest rollercoaster at sea * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - At Marvel Landing, Marvel fans will unite for Avengers-level adventures, including three all-new attractions, on the upper deck of the Disney Adventure. This adventure zone is a first for the Disney Cruise Line fleet and will celebrate the larger-than-life personalities from the Mar  more

Miami-Dade County: Testing of Voting Equipment for November 5th General Election is Complete
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Miami-Dade County government issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: The Miami-Dade County Elections Department concluded an in-depth test of its voting equipment today in preparation for the November 5th General Election. The Logic and Accuracy Test is the final test prior to equipment deployment for the election. Each step of the voting and tabulation process was tested: ballots were cast according to a predetermined outcome, tabulated, and reconcil  more

Roaring Success: Disney Welcomes Tiger Cub
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Disney World issued the following news release: At Walt Disney World Resort, a newborn, tiny tiger is making a great addition to a declining species. For the first time in seven years, a Sumatran tiger gave birth to a baby boy named Bakso at Disney's Animal Kingdom. He arrived under the watchful eye of the animal care team members, who are captivated by his curious and playful personality. With less than 600 Sumatran tigers left in the wild and in managed   more

San Fransokyo Street: A High-Tech Family Entertainment Area Inspired by the Eclectic World of "Big Hero 6" Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * A family arcade reinvented into a dynamic gaming lounge, with entertainment options, interactive games, and Baymax meet-and-greets * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - Inspired by the eclectic world of Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Big Hero 6," San Fransokyo Street - a fictional mash-up of San Francisco and Tokyo - will be a family entertainment area on the Disney Adventure. Here, a sprawling thoroug  more

Texas Lawyer Recognizes Todd Reed With Top Honor for Leadership at Awards Ceremony
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: We are proud to share that Texas Lawyer named Akerman's Austin Office Managing Partner Todd Reed its 2024 Managing Partner of the Year at a ceremony last night. The award honors leaders in the Texas market who demonstrate business leadership prowess over the prior year through client work and firm success. "I am grateful for this recognition from Texas Lawyer," said Todd. "More than an individual achievement, th  more

Town Square: Celebrating Well-Loved Disney Royals Aboard the Disney Adventure
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * Town Square will span three decks and house shops, lounges, cafes, salons, restaurants and entertainment venues * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) - Town Square will be a celebration of Disney royals on the Disney Adventure -- a magical land dedicated to those who wish upon a star hoping their dreams will come true. Spanning three decks and filled with shops, lounges, cafes, salons, restaurants and ent  more

University of West Florida Student Team Secures Finalist Spot in National Supply Chain Case Competition
PENSACOLA, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * A team of four undergraduate students from the University of West Florida earned the finalist position, placing fourth, at the second National Association of State Procurement Officials, or NASPO, Supply Chain Case Competition hosted in Raleigh, North Carolina on Oct. 4 and 5. The competition aims to bridge the gap between classroom l  more

Verisk Estimates Industry Insured Losses for Hurricane Milton Will Range Between USD 30 Billion to USD 50 Billion
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Oct. 17 -- Verisk Analytics Inc., a data analytics provider, issued the following news: BOSTON, October 16, 2024 -- The Extreme Event Solutions group at Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK), a leading global data analytics and technology provider, estimates that insured industry losses to onshore property for Hurricane Milton will fall between USD 30 billion and USD 50 billion. This estimate includes losses due to wind, privately insured estimates of storm surge, and privately insured  more