Sunday - October 4, 2026

News Tipoffs - Florida Editors

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21 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 21 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide * NEW YORK - Oct. 2, 2026 - Twenty-one attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been recognized in the 20th edition of the Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers guide. The guide recognizes attorneys with experience advising businesses  more
40 years after the Air Carrier Access Act: Delta's ongoing commitment to accessible travel
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 2 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * 40 years after the Air Carrier Access Act: Delta's ongoing commitment to accessible travel * On Friday, October 2, the aviation industry marks an important milestone: the 40th anniversary of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), landmark legislation that helped transform air travel for millions of people with disabilities. The impact of this legislation can be seen every day across airports, on ai  more
66 FSS NCO earns "Top 5" Massachusetts recognition
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news: * * * 66 FSS NCO earns "Top 5" Massachusetts recognition * HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - A member of the 66th Force Support Squadron has been selected as one of the 2026 "Top 5 Airmen" by the Massachusetts State Air and Space Forces Association. Staff Sgt. Melissa Haseker, NCO in charge of the FSS Commander Support Staff, was selected as Hanscom AFB's honoree and will receive t  more
America First Policy Institute: Coverups and Concealment at NIAID - Fauci's Role in COVID-19
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following expert insights: * * * Coverups and Concealment at NIAID: Fauci's Role in COVID-19 October 2, 2026 Topline Points * Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly presented certainty to the American public while his own personal records revealed doubt, conflicting evidence, and concerns he never disclosed. No unelected bureaucrat should ever wield that level of unchecked power without transparency and accountability. * Scientists   more
American Counseling Association: History Is Made - Oklahoma Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 2 -- The American Counseling Association issued the following news release: * * * History Is Made: Oklahoma Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines Alexandria, Va. (October 1, 2026) -- As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Oklahoma is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines. Currently, other states that can grant these privileges include Arizona, Mi  more
Ascension Sacred Heart hospitals promote safer infant sleep in Northwest Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Sacred Heart hospitals promote safer infant sleep in Northwest Florida * During Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month in October, Ascension Sacred Heart is reminding parents, grandparents and caregivers that consistent safe sleep practices can help reduce the risk of sleep-related infant deaths. Studer Family Children's Hospital at Ascension Sacred H  more
Ascension St. Vincent's Foundation's Delicious Destinations raises $420,000 in most successful event in a decade
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension St. Vincent's Foundation's Delicious Destinations raises $420,000 in most successful event in a decade * Ascension St. Vincent's Foundation's marquee event, Delicious Destinations, raised $420,000, marking the event's strongest fundraising result in a decade and continuing its longstanding tradition of bringing the Northeast Florida community toge  more
Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County names Donna Wagner chief nursing and operating officer
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County names Donna Wagner chief nursing and operating officer * Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County has named Donna Wagner, RN, BSN, MS, its new Chief Nursing and Operating Officer. Wagner's experience spans more than three decades, with an extensive background in nursing leadership, clinical operations, quality, patie  more
Ascension St. Vincent's strengthens growth and strategy in Northeast Florida with new leadership appointments
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension St. Vincent's strengthens growth and strategy in Northeast Florida with new leadership appointments * Ascension St. Vincent's has added two executives to its Florida East Growth and Strategy team as the health system works to expand access and strengthen specialty services across Northeast Florida. Jackie Champeau has joined Ascension St. Vincent  more
ATF Marks 10-year Anniversary of Crime Gun Intelligence Governance Board
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued the following news release: * * * October 1, 2026 ATF marks 10-year anniversary of Crime Gun Intelligence Governance Board National leaders gather in Jacksonville to advance strategic integration of firearms technology, forensics, and violent crime reduction efforts - WASHINGTON - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives concluded the semi-annual meeting of the Nat  more
Attorney General Clark Joins Multistate Fraudulent Transfer Lawsuit Against DuPont, Corteva, and Newly Created Vylor
MONTPELIER, Vermont, Oct. 1 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Joins Multistate Fraudulent Transfer Lawsuit Against DuPont, Corteva, and Newly Created Vylor * Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a bipartisan multistate coalition of sixteen states and sovereign governments in a lawsuit filed against Indiana-based "EIDP," the chemical company historically known as DuPont, its parent company, Corteva, and a newly cre  more
Auburn Alumni Engineering Council honors 7 with college's highest awards
AUBURN, Alabama, Oct. 2 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Auburn Alumni Engineering Council honors 7 with college's highest awards * Six outstanding engineering alumni and one longtime faculty member of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering were honored by the Auburn Alumni Engineering Council during a ceremony Friday, Sept. 25, for their distinguished professional careers and service to the college. These alumni include four who were recognized as  more
Blood Cancer Research Award Advances Lymphoma Clinical Trials
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Blood Cancer Research Award Advances Lymphoma Clinical Trials * A national career development award will support Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's Juan Alderuccio, M.D., and three investigator-initiated clinical trials testing more precise treatments for large B-cell lymphoma. Key Takeaways * A national career development award will support three investigator-initiated clin  more
Caltech Faculty Receive NSF CAREER Awards
PASADENA, California, Oct. 3 -- The California Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Caltech Faculty Receive NSF CAREER Awards October 02, 2026 Five Caltech faculty members have been selected to receive the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award starting this year. CAREER awards, the NSF's most prestigious awards for junior faculty members, are designed to enable awardees to develop careers as outstanding teacher-scholars. Awar  more
Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: Fact-checking Enemies of Energy
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary: * * * Fact-checking Enemies of Energy A recent CRC report on the anti-energy movement was reviewed by a left-wing NGO. They got a few quotes correct yet ignored 100 percent of the supporting evidence provided in the report to back up those statements. The omission demonstrates how bullet proof the report truly is. by Ken Braun October 2, 2026 In late May, the Capital Research Center released my report, Enemi  more
CBP Turns Seized Goods Into Humanitarian Support Through World Vision Donation
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP Turns Seized Goods into Humanitarian Support Through World Vision Donation 09/30/2026 POMPANO BEACH, Fla. -- U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Miami and Tampa Field Office joined World Vision Wednesday to highlight the donation of a large quantity of seized cabinets, transforming merchandise once held as part of CBP enforcement activity into resources t  more
Cedarville to Meet Florida Need With New Clearwater Location
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Oct. 2 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Cedarville to Meet Florida Need With New Clearwater Location * Cedarville University will extend its Christ-centered educational mission to Florida with a new location in Clearwater, bringing its biblical worldview education to students in the Tampa Bay region. The university plans to begin offering classes Jan. 4, 2027. With Florida's growing population and families seeking higher education grounded in bibli  more
Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Florida AG Sues Pfizer, Bourla Over Deceptive Marketing of COVID Vaccines
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Oct. 3 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Michael Nevradakis, senior reporter for The Defender and host of the Defender In-Depth on CHD.TV.: * * * Florida AG Sues Pfizer, Bourla Over Deceptive Marketing of COVID Vaccines Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Thursday sued Pfizer and its CEO, Albert Bourla, al  more
Competency-Based Education at CBExchange
PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 2 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * Competency-Based Education at CBExchange * Marc Booker and Justin Hallock to share lessons from creating more than 5,000 competency-based education graduates in six years University of Phoenix is pleased to announce that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of Strategy, and Justin Hallock, senior director of Change Management, will present at CBExchange 2026, taking place Sept. 30-Oct. 3 in Orlando, F  more
Coordinated Arrests and Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds from the United States
TAMPA, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Coordinated Arrests and Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds from the United States * Tampa, FL -The Justice Department announced today the unsealing of an indictment charging Saleem Alzaq, as well as the arrests of Omar Adhami, Abdel Adhami, and Raed Yousef, for their involvement in paying, soliciting and collecting funds for Hamas. In  more
Coordinated Arrests and Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds from U.S.
NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Coordinated Arrests And Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds From The United States * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jamie McDonald, Attorney General for the United States, Todd Blanche, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana, David I. Courcelle, United States Attorney for the Middle Dis  more
DCCC Statement on Kathy Castor's Decisive Debate Victory Against 'MAGA Mike' Beltran in FL-14
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DCCC Statement on Kathy Castor's Decisive Debate Victory Against 'MAGA Mike' Beltran in FL-14 * DCCC Spokesperson Anna Elsasser issued the following statement on Kathy Castor's resounding victory in today's FL-14 live radio debate against extreme 'MAGA Mike' Beltran: "Today, FL-14 voters saw the choice in this race crystal clear: Kathy Castor is a proven, independent fighter who p  more
Del. A.G. Jennings: A.I. DuPont Charitable Trust, Nemours Foundation, DOJ Launch Historic Agreement to Advance Childhood Health
DOVER, Delaware, Oct. 3 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release: * * * A.I. duPont Charitable Trust, Nemours Foundation, and DOJ Launch Historic Agreement to Advance Childhood Health Department of Justice | Department of Justice Office of Impact Litigation | Department of Justice Press Releases | Date Posted: Friday, October 2, 2026 Listen - WILMINGTON, Del. - The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, The Nemours Foundation, and the Delaware Attorney Gene  more
Democrats "Within Striking Distance" of Senate Majority With "Big Map" & "Wind in Our Sails" as GOP Returns Home With "Fresh Campaign Headaches"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Oct 2, 2026 Democrats "Within Striking Distance" of Senate Majority with "Big Map" & "Wind in Our Sails" as GOP Returns Home With "Fresh Campaign Headaches" With just over one month to go until the midterm elections, Democrats are "within striking distance" as Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer makes the case that the party is "on the edge of taking back the Senate" thanks to a "bi  more
DNC: In the States - After Driving Up Costs, Republicans Are on Defense and Begging for Votes
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 2, 2026 IN THE STATES: After Driving Up Costs, Republicans Are on Defense and Begging for Votes Democrats are putting Republicans on defense over their failed record, forcing Trump and Vance to scramble to red states to shore up support from voters who are feeling the squeeze from the administration's cost-spiking policies - Against the backdrop of disastrous approval ratings and a frac  more
Duane Morris Attorneys Named to 2027 Lawdragon Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Duane Morris, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Duane Morris Attorneys Named to 2027 Lawdragon Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide * PHILADELPHIA, October 2, 2026-Sixteen Duane Morris LLP attorneys have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide. * Caroline M. Austin - Employment Litigation, Counseling (Philadelphia) * Joseph A. Ciucci - Labor & Employment (Atlant  more
Dunn, Diaz-Balart Lead Members in Calling for Changes to College Sports Bill
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSida) -- Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Dunn, Diaz-Balart Lead Members in Calling for Changes to College Sports Bill * Congressmen Neal Dunn, M.D. (R-FL-02), and Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) led over 20 members of Congress in a letter to House leadership urging changes to the Protect College Sports Act (S. 4668) before final House passage. The members support the effort to establish national standards for college athletics but raise  more
Eckerd College professors blend policy and marine science in unique study abroad trip to Indonesia
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Eckerd College posted the following news: * * * Eckerd College professors blend policy and marine science in unique study abroad trip to Indonesia * A recent study abroad trip to Indonesia blended political science and marine science. Photos by Addy Bunie A recent Eckerd College study abroad trip hinged on two professors' very distinct backgrounds: policy and marine science. Associate Professor of Political Science Allison Quatrini, Ph.D., and Professor o  more
Emily McClellan Lopez and James Pfohl selected as Florida State University's 2026 Max Carraway Employees of the Year
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Emily McClellan Lopez and James Pfohl selected as Florida State University's 2026 Max Carraway Employees of the Year * #Key Points * Florida State University has honored two staff members with the Max Carraway Employee of the Year Award. * University Libraries Student Engagement Coordinator Emily Lopez was honored for her exceptional leadership in connecting students to campus resources. * Anne Sp  more
FAMU Builds on National Momentum With Gains in Student Success, Research, Performance and Philanthropic Support
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Builds on National Momentum With Gains in Student Success, Research, Performance and Philanthropic Support * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Florida A&M University continues to build momentum across key measures of institutional excellence, student success, research, operational performance and philanthropic engagement -progress recognized by the FAMU Board  more
FAMU Unveils 2026 FAMU Under 40 Honorees; Oct. 22 Celebration of Excellence and Impact Scheduled
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Unveils 2026 FAMU Under 40 Honorees; Oct. 22 Celebration of Excellence and Impact Scheduled * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Florida A& University is honored to announce the FAMU Under 40 honorees for 2026. Formerly known as 40 Under 40, this signature event honors distinguished young alumni for their outstanding professional achievements, civic advocacy a  more
FAU Lands NIH Grant to Study New Cells That May Repair Nerve Damage
BOCA RATON, Florida, Oct. 3 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Lands NIH Grant to Study New Cells That May Repair Nerve Damage By Gisele Galoustian | 10/2/2026 Grant Snapshot: Florida Atlantic University neuroscientist Laura Fontenas, Ph.D., has received a $448,664 grant from the National Institutes of Health to investigate how a newly identified type of glial cell produces myelin, the protective insulat  more
FDA Recall Notice: Frutas Y Hortalizas Del Sur Expands Recall of Great Value and Trader Joe's Frozen Organic Berries Over E. Coli Risk
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. Expands Recalls to Include Additional Lots of Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend 10 OZ, Great Value Frozen Organic Blueberries 10 OZ and One Lot of Trader Joe's Frozen Organic Mixed Berry Blend 12 OZ Because of Potential Contamination with E. coli O145 Summary Company Announcement Date: October 02, 2026 FDA   more
Federal Register: Commodity Credit Corporation Reassigns FY 2026 Sugar Marketing Allocations Across Beet and Cane Processors
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Commodity Credit Corporation issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Domestic Sugar Program- FY 2026 Reassignment and FY 2027 Overall Sugar Marketing Allotment, Cane Sugar and Beet Sugar Marketing Allotments and Processor Allocations The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing this notice to: revise fiscal year (FY) 2026 State cane sugar allotments and allocations to sugarcane processors; rev  more
Federal Register: Fish & Wildlife Service Issues Proposed Rule on Revised List of Birds Protected by Migratory Bird Treaty Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * General Provisions; Revised List of Birds Protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, propose to revise the List of Birds Protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) by both adding and removing species and changing names to conform to accepted use by the scientific community. Reasons for the proposed  more
Federal Register: National Park Service Proposes Rule to Update Off-Road Vehicle Maps for Big Cypress National Preserve
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Big Cypress National Preserve; Off-Road Motor Vehicles The National Park Service proposes to amend special regulations for Big Cypress National Preserve that regulate the use of motorized vehicles off roads. The current regulations refer to a map that identifies areas within the National Preserve where motorized vehicles can be used unless closed b  more
Florida Chamber of Commerce and FloridaCommerce Announce Top 2 Finalists in 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Florida Competition
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 [Category: Business] -- The Florida Chamber of Commerce posted the following news: * * * Florida Chamber of Commerce and FloridaCommerce Announce Top 2 Finalists in 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Florida Competition * The competition went from manufacturing in all 67 counties down to two. The Florida Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with FloridaCommerce, today announced the Top 2 finalists in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition following st  more
Florida State University students earn competitive scholarships to study languages abroad
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University students earn competitive scholarships to study languages abroad * Florida State University students and recent graduates earned 10 nationally competitive scholarships to study critical languages abroad during the 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years. The awards include four Boren Awards and six Critical Language Scholarships (CLS), which support students studying languages cons  more
FSU College of Criminology and Criminal Justice honors Odell Haggins Jr. with hall of fame induction, endowed scholarship
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU College of Criminology and Criminal Justice honors Odell Haggins Jr. with hall of fame induction, endowed scholarship * For over four decades, Odell Haggins Jr.'s presence at Florida State University has been defined by impact, first as a force on the defensive line, then as a pillar of mentorship on the sidelines. The FSU College of Criminology and Criminal Justice brought that storied journey ful  more
FSU dance students join professional artists for Opening Nights performance
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU dance students join professional artists for Opening Nights performance * Florida State University School of Dance seniors will share the stage with professional dancers Oct. 6 when Adele Myers and Dancers presents an Opening Nights performance at the Nancy Smith Fichter Dance Theatre. The program will feature work by FSU School of Dance alumna Myers and dancer and choreographer Cecilia Benitez, wi  more
FTC Secures Settlement that Protects Small Businesses from Illegal Price Discrimination
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Secures Settlement that Protects Small Businesses from Illegal Price Discrimination * The Federal Trade Commission secured a settlement agreement with Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits LLC, the nation's largest distributor of wine and spirits, that will redress allegedly illegal price discrimination practices and make it easier for small businesses to compete against large chain retailers. The s  more
GableGotwals Managing Shareholder Shores Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance released the following testimony by R. Trent Shores, managing shareholder of GableGotwals, from a Sept. 15, 2026, hearing entitled "Missing and Murdered Indigenous People: Strengthening Public Safety in Tribal Communities." Shores is also a former U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Oklahoma and former chair of the Native American Issues Subcommittee at the U.S. Department of Justice. * *   more
GIFFORDS PAC endorses State Representative Angie Nixon for U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: Political] -- Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, posted the following news release: * * * GIFFORDS PAC endorses State Representative Angie Nixon for U.S. Senate * WASHINGTON -GIFFORDS PAC, the national gun violence prevention organization led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, released the following statement endorsing State Representative Angie Nixon in her U.S. Senate bid in Florida. "For too long, elected official  more
Governor Moore Announces Judicial Appointments to Baltimore City Circuit Court and Montgomery County Circuit and District Courts
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, posted the following news release: * * * Governor Moore Announces Judicial Appointments to Baltimore City Circuit Court and Montgomery County Circuit and District Courts * ANNAPOLIS, MD -Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointments of Sean Richard Delaney, James Burke Miller and the Honorable Jocelyn Lang Williams to Baltimore City Circuit Court; Keith Joseph Rosa and Carlotta Ann Woodward to Montgomery County Circuit Court; a  more
Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Lower Florida Keys Hospital District
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Lower Florida Keys Hospital District * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Peter Batty Sr., and the reappointment of Erica Sterling and Kathryn Ovide to the Lower Florida Keys Hospital District. Peter Batty Sr. Batty Sr. is the President of SBX Commercial Real Estate, LLC and Director of Community Relat  more
Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Florida Faith-Based and Community-Based Advisory Council
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Florida Faith-Based and Community-Based Advisory Council * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Earl Glisson and David Clark to the Florida Faith-Based and Community-Based Advisory Council. David Clark Clark is a three-time company founder and investor, a former military officer, and a servant leader. Tod  more
Governor Ron DeSantis Celebrates Completion of River Road Widening Project in Sarasota County
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Celebrates Completion of River Road Widening Project in Sarasota County * VENICE, Fla.-Today, Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated the completion of the $61 million River Road (State Road 777) widening project in Sarasota County. The project expands five miles of River Road from two lanes to six lanes between U.S. 41 and I-75, tripling roadway capacity and providing signif  more
Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Seminole State College of Florida District Board of Trustees
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Seminole State College of Florida District Board of Trustees * TALLAHASSEE, Fla.-Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Daniel O'Keefe and John Good to the Seminole State College of Florida District Board of Trustees. John Good Good is the Chief Financial Officer and Principal of Good Capital Group. He was appointed to the  more
Greenberg Traurig Advised Lenders on the PLN 3.05 Billion Refinancing of PGEs CCGT Units in Gryfino
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Advised Lenders on the PLN 3.05 Billion Refinancing of PGEs CCGT Units in Gryfino * WARSAW - 2 October 2026 - Greenberg Traurig advised the consortium of banks comprising Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego and PKO Bank Polski S.A. in connection with the PLN 3.05 billion refinancing of refinancing of two combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) units in Gryfino develo  more
Greenberg Traurig's David Harburger Presents 'Building a Life Sciences IP Strategy in a World with Generative AI'
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig's David Harburger Presents 'Building a Life Sciences IP Strategy in a World with Generative AI' * BOSTON - Oct. 2, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP Intellectual Property & Technology Shareholder David S. Harburger, Ph.D., will present the session, "Building a Life Sciences IP Strategy in a World with Generative AI," at The Paperless Lab Aca  more
GW Leaders Honorable Debbie Mucarsel-Powell and Dean Alyssa Ayres Elected as 2026 Fellows of the National Academy of Public Administration
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * GW Leaders Honorable Debbie Mucarsel-Powell and Dean Alyssa Ayres Elected as 2026 Fellows of the National Academy of Public Administration * Graduate School of Political Management Executive Director the Hon. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell and Elliott School Dean Alyssa Ayres join a distinguished group of public service leaders recognized by the Academy WASHINGTON -October 1 -Two George Washington University leaders  more
Hilton Grand Vacations Opens Ka Haku, a Hilton Club in Waikiki
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 3 -- Hilton Grand Vacations, a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide, issued the following news release: * * * Hilton Grand Vacations Opens Ka Haku, a Hilton Club in Waikiki Hawaii's first Hilton Club property debuts with 205 suites, creates nearly 200 new hospitality jobs and includes a $1 million investment in Kuhio Beach Park - HONOLULU (Oct. 2, 2026) -- Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV), the premier vacation ownership and experiences company, today opened Ka Haku,  more
Impactful human resources internship prepares student for what's next
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus posted the following news: * * * Impactful human resources internship prepares student for what's next * By Arielle Stevenson, University Communications and Marketing For USF St. Petersburg senior Medina Fekovic, a day at her internship might mean welcoming new employees, interviewing prospective interns or working behind the scenes on the latest human resources system. Other days, she's analyzing dat  more
In Homeland Security Subcommittee, Senator Moody Questions Witnesses on Potential Threats Posed to America's Children and Seniors From AI
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * In Homeland Security Subcommittee, Senator Moody Questions Witnesses on Potential Threats posed to America's Children and Seniors From AI Oct 1, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.--Senator Ashley Moody discussed the dangers of AI, especially when it comes to protecting children and seniors, yesterday in a Homeland Security Subcommittee. "As a mom, one of my top concerns is the impact AI is having on our c  more
Inexport Logistics LLC Recalls Ineligible Pork Cracklings Products Imported From The Republic of Colombia
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued the following recall alert: * * * Inexport Logistics LLC Recalls Ineligible Pork Cracklings Products Imported From The Republic of Colombia * WASHINGTON, Oct. 09, 2026, Inexport Logistics LLC, a Miami, Fla. firm, is recalling approximately 189 pounds of potato chip products containing chicharron (pork cracklings) because they were produced in the Republic of Colombia, a country that is not el  more
Italian Alien Charged with Voting in 2024 General Election and Lying About it
TAMPA, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Italian Alien Charged with Voting in 2024 General Election and Lying About it * Tampa, Florida - Andrea Catanese (60), an Italian national, has been charged by federal indictment with voting by an alien, attempting to procure naturalization unlawfully, and making a false statement related to naturalization. If convicted on all counts, Catanese faces a maximum   more
Lawsuit filed over unconstitutional conditions at Florida ICE facility
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Friends Service Committee issued the following news: * * * Lawsuit filed over unconstitutional conditions at Florida ICE facility * MIAMI (October 2, 2026) -The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and Americans for Immigrant Justice (AI Justice) filed a federal class action lawsuit today on behalf of people held in custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Miramar Field Office, alleging that the unco  more
Live Insurance News: Nebraska's Homeowners Insurance Ranks Amongst Highest in the Country
OMAHA, Nebraska, Oct. 1 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus posted the following news: * * * Live Insurance News: Nebraska's Homeowners Insurance Ranks Amongst Highest in the Country * UNO in the news: A recent Live Insurance News article highlights research by University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Economics Professor Zhigang Feng, on Nebraska's insurance crisis, discussing the state's increasing homeowner's insurance costs and the factors behind the rise. Why it matters: Nebraska h  more
Nicole DeCriscio sworn in as the Society of Professional Journalists' 110th national president
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 2 [Category: Media] -- The Society of Professional Journalists posted the following news: * * * Nicole DeCriscio sworn in as the Society of Professional Journalists' 110th national president * Media Contact: SPJ Communications, communications@spj.org Nicole DeCriscio was sworn in today as the 110th national president of the Society of Professional Journalists during the President's Reception at SPJ26 in Columbus, Ohio. DeCriscio succeeds outgoing President Ch  more
No Labels Issues Commentary: How Much Could Medicare for All Cost You?
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary: * * * October 2, 2026 How Much Could Medicare for All Cost You? Peyton Lofton Medicare for All could require nearly $3 trillion per year in additional federal spending. We modeled what that could mean for your tax bill. Key Takeaways * Medicare for All would require roughly $1.37 trillion to $2.73 trillion in additional federal spending in a single ye  more
Older adults face compounding risks as disasters become more complex
TAMPA, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * Older adults face compounding risks as disasters become more complex * For older adults, no disaster is simple. Repeated hurricanes, floods, wildfires and heat waves can combine with chronic illness, limited mobility, weak social support and strained care systems to create risks greater than any one factor alone. As disasters grow more severe and frequent -and increasingly overlap or strike before comm  more
Palm Beach Atlantic University: Enduring Importance of Christian Higher Education
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Oct. 3 -- Palm Beach Atlantic University issued the following news: * * * October 2, 2026 The Enduring Importance of Christian Higher Education My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. -Colossians 2:2-3 - At a time when higher education is increasin  more
Past Government Shutdowns - Key Resources Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R41759) on Sept. 16, 2026, entitled "Past Government Shutdowns - Key Resources:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Office of Personnel Management OPM has some information publicly available on the internet related to government shutdowns and furloughs: * OPM, Pay and Leave Furlough Guidance, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/furlough-guidance/#url=Shutdown-Furlough. The w  more
Reps. Salazar and Ruiz Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Designating October 1st as National Latino Physician Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Salazar and Ruiz Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Designating October 1st as National Latino Physician Day * WASHINGTON, D.C. -On September 28, Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27) and Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25), introduced a bipartisan resolution designating October 1 as National Latino Physician Day. The resolution supports increasing the number of Latino physicians and closin  more
SBA Awards $5.3 Million to Expand National Women's Business Center Network
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: * * * SBA Awards $5.3 Million to Expand National Women's Business Center Network New Centers Will Support Women Entrepreneurs in Florida, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia October 2, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced five grant recipients under its new Women's Business Center (WBC) Modernization Initiative, awarding a combined $5.3 million  more
Senate Aging Committee Chairman Rick Scott Fights to Protect Americans' Data From Communist China-Linked Medical Devices
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, issued the following news release: * * * October 2, 2026 Chairman Rick Scott Fights to Protect Americans' Data from Communist China-Linked Medical Devices WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, U.S. Special Committee on Aging Chairman Rick Scott urged Dr. Mehmet Oz, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator, to buy American-made medical devices and pharmaceutical drugs, rather than Com  more
Senate Democrats Block Senator Moody's National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Democrats Block Senator Moody's National Fraud Enforcement Division Act Oct 2, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.--Senator Ashley Moody took to the Senate floor this week to pass her National Fraud Enforcement Division Act - a bill aimed at codifying the administration's anti-fraud enforcement division. The legislation was blocked by Senate Democrats. "Democrats shockingly continue to side with fr  more
Senator Hyde-Smith Introduces the Ecuador Shrimp Tariff Act; Making America's Food Safer Passes the Senate; and Other Legislation Supporting U.S. Shrimpers Advances in Congress
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Oct. 2 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * Senator Hyde-Smith Introduces the Ecuador Shrimp Tariff Act; Making America's Food Safer Passes the Senate; and Other Legislation Supporting U.S. Shrimpers Advances in Congress * S. 5613, the Ecuador Shrimp Tariff Act Introduced Wednesday On Wednesday, Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) announced the introduction of S. 5613, the Ecuador Shrimp Tariff Act that woul  more
Sens. Rick Scott, Ashley Moody Introduce Bill to Maintain Military Readiness in the Gulf of America
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Rick Scott, Ashley Moody Introduce Bill to Maintain Military Readiness in the Gulf of America * WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody introduced the Protecting Florida's Offshore Military Readiness Act to protect the critical Eglin Gulf Test and Training Range (EGTTR) from interference that could otherwise hamper the U.S. Department of War's (DOW) ability to main  more
Seven new faculty members bring wide-ranging expertise to UW Tacoma
TACOMA, Washington, Oct. 2 -- University of Washington-Tacoma posted the following news: * * * Seven new faculty members bring wide-ranging expertise to UW Tacoma * From responsible AI use to preventing common infections, this year's new faculty members are tackling questions that matter to our community and beyond. We're excited to welcome a diverse group of scholars and educators to UW Tacoma. They offer fresh perspectives for the classroom, expanded opportunities for students and stronge  more
SPLC and Americans for Immigrant Justice Sue ICE Over Unconstitutional Conditions at Florida Facility
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Oct. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Poverty Law Center posted the following news: * * * SPLC and Americans for Immigrant Justice Sue ICE Over Unconstitutional Conditions at Florida Facility * MIAMI -The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and Americans for Immigrant Justice (AI Justice) filed a federal class action lawsuit today on behalf of people held in custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Miramar field office. The lawsuit alleges that t  more
Student-led cybersecurity center protects Florida Poly while launching high-tech careers
LAKELAND, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Florida Polytechnic University posted the following news release: * * * Student-led cybersecurity center protects Florida Poly while launching high-tech careers * A year after launching its specialized student-powered Security Operations Center (SOC), Florida Polytechnic University is seeing its hands-on education deliver remarkable results as students step into competitive industry roles and the program evolves into a proven training ground for emerging cybersec  more
Synovus and Pinnacle Financial Partners donate $250,000 to support new MUSC comprehensive cancer hospital
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 2 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Synovus and Pinnacle Financial Partners donate $250,000 to support new MUSC comprehensive cancer hospital * CHARLESTON, SC., Oct. 2, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners, which merged with Synovus earlier this year, has donated $250,000 to support  more
The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, The Nemours Foundation, and State of Delaware Launch Historic Agreement to Advance Childhood Health
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Nemours Foundation posted the following news release: * * * The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, The Nemours Foundation, and State of Delaware Launch Historic Agreement to Advance Childhood Health * WILMINGTON, DE, October 2, 2026 - The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, The Nemours Foundation, and the Delaware Attorney General's Office today announced a landmark agreement among the Trust, the State of Delaware, the State of Florida, and The Nemours Foundat  more
Toccoa Falls Golf Makes History as Both Teams Claim NCCAA South Region Championships
TOCCOA FALLS, Georgia, Oct. 2 -- The University of Toccoa Falls posted the following news: * * * Toccoa Falls Golf Makes History as Both Teams Claim NCCAA South Region Championships * Toccoa Falls, Ga. (October 2, 2026) - The University of Toccoa Falls is celebrating a historic achievement for Screaming Eagles Golf as both the men's and women's golf teams have been crowned NCCAA South Region Champions, marking an unforgettable week for UTF Athletics. With both programs capturing their respe  more
Tom Segura is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood April 3
HOLLYWOOD, Florida, Oct. 2 -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, issued the following news: * * * Tom Segura is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood April 3 * Tom Segura is coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Saturday, Apr. 3, 2027, at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. and start at $60. Fans can access the venue presale Thursday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m. through Semino  more
UNF unveils state-of-the-art chemistry labs to advance research and student success
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF unveils state-of-the-art chemistry labs to advance research and student success * The University of North Florida Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry celebrated the opening of newly renovated research and teaching facilities with a ribbon cutting ceremony, marking a significant investment in student learning and scientific innovation. The renovations, completed by local construction fi  more
University of Akron: Zips Take on Regional, National Leadership Roles in Greek Organizations
AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 3 -- The University of Akron issued the following news: * * * Zips take on regional, national leadership roles in Greek organizations 10/02/2026 Three University of Akron (UA) students involved in UA's Greek organizations are serving in national and regional roles this academic year, putting Zips at the forefront of fraternity and sorority leadership in Ohio and the U.S. Braxton Moore, an exercise science major, was elected to be the 49th Second Vice Grand Basileus of Omeg  more
USA Softball: Coaches Announced for U-18 Women's Pan American Championship
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 3 -- USA Softball issued the following news: * * * Coaches Announced for U-18 Women's Pan American Championship October 2, 2026 OKLAHOMA CITY -- USA Softball has announced the coaching staff selected to guide the U.S. U-18 Women's National Team (WNT) at the 2026 World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) U-18 Women's Pan American Championship. Slated for November 21-28 in San Salvador, El Salvador, Kyla Holas will once again lead the U-18 WNT as head coach, jo  more
UTSA Athletics to host ESPN 'SportsCenter on Campus' at Alamodome Oct. 8
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 2 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UTSA Athletics to host ESPN 'SportsCenter on Campus' at Alamodome Oct. 8 * For the second year in a row, UTSA Athletics will host ESPN 'SportsCenter on Campus' ahead of a game with the show airing from Rowdy Town Live at the Alamodome's H-E-B Plaza prior to UTSA's nationally televised football game against South Florida on Thursday Oct. 8 from 4-4:30 p.m. Hosted by anchor Matt Barrie, 'SportsC  more
Venable Recognized with 2026 NLADA Beacon of Justice Award
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Venable, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Venable Recognized with 2026 NLADA Beacon of Justice Award * WASHINGTON, DC (October 2, 2026) - Venable LLP has been named a recipient of the 2026 Beacon of Justice Award by the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA), for its support of the Debtors' Prison Project, which has a two-part mission: to fight the criminalization of poverty and to stop governments and corporations  more
Why Do We Celebrate UCF Space Week? Because Discovery Starts Here
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 1 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * Why Do We Celebrate UCF Space Week? Because Discovery Starts Here * Landing humans on the moon was just a dream when UCF was founded in 1963. But we dared to believe -developing the talent and inventing the technologies to make it reality. That same spirit still drives us today. We are America's Space University. And we celebrate UCF Space Week to honor our origin as we dare to build what's next.   more