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Kennedy Space Center Partnership Champions Importance of Creativity in Space

Crayola, Space4All, Blue Origin's Club for the Future and Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex partnership champions importance of creativity in space.

$68 Million Invested to Advance Pipe Production Technology in Florida

Borusan Pipe is making landmark investment in U.S. operations with $68 million to enhance steel pipe production facility in Panama City, Florida.

Give Kids The World Announces New Leadership

Give Kids The World announced new leadership of the nonprofit resort serving critically-ill children on dream vacations to Central Florida.

FPL Seeks New Rate Plan to Power Growing State

FPL notified Florida Public Service Commission that it plans to file formal request to set new rate plan once current agreement concludes at end of 2025.

Duke Energy Florida Files for Costs Associated with Emergency Activation, Hurricane Response

Duke Energy Florida filed to recover an estimated $1.1 billion in costs associated with emergency activation and hurricane response.

Orlando Health Network Found Creative Ways to Deliver Care, Generate Savings

Orlando Health Network found creative ways to deliver care in 2024 using innovative care models and advanced technology to expand its service offerings.

ISS National Lab Sponsored More Than 100 Payloads in 2024

In a robust year for space-based research, the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory supported the launch of 110 payloads.

All-In-One Fentanyl Detection Device Intends to Reduce Overdoses

An all-in-one fentanyl detection device was launched, intending to reduce overdoses by encouraging people to proactively test substances.

TWEEDS Suit Shop Opens in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, with Backroom 1920s Speakeasy

TWEEDS Suit Shop opened in Orlando’s Baldwin Park with a new store interior that transformed into a clandestine, backroom 1920s speakeasy.

Full Sail University Announces 15th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Class

Full Sail University announced Hall of Fame induction class for outstanding contributions to entertainment media and emerging technologies.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Gives Away $2 Billion in Jackpots in 2024

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa marked a $2 billion milestone in jackpots given away in 2024.

Port Tampa Bay’s Economic Impact and Jobs Double

Port Tampa Bay, Florida's largest and most cargo-diverse seaport, has billion dollar economic value on local region and supports jobs.

U.K. Brand Crosses the Pond, Announces U.S. Franchise Entry in Florida

United States pizza lovers can expect to see an innovative new player in the mix as global pizza icon, PizzaExpress, announced entry into Florida.

Addition Financial Credit Union and Envision Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge

Addition Financial Credit Union and Envision Credit Union announced their plans to merge two award-winning institutions and expand service.

Darden Restaurants Reported Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Results, Declared Quarterly Dividend

Darden Restaurants, Inc. recently reported its financial results for the second quarter and declared a quarterly dividend.

Tim Tebow Honored at Victoria’s Voice Foundation’s Gala

Tim Tebow was honored at Victoria's Voice Foundation's annual gala, receiving the David Siegel Hero Award.

NASA Awards Magnetometers Contract for NOAA’s Next Generation Space Weather Program

NASA and NOAA recently awarded a $26 million contract to develop magnetometers for NOAA’s Space Weather Next program.

Civil Rights Leader Bishop William Barber Sues AMC Theaters

Civil rights leader Bishop William Barber II filed federal lawsuit against AMC Theaters after he was forcefully removed for using the specialized chair.

Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando, Prospera Celebrate 27th Don Quijote Awards

The Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando and Prospera co-hosted the 27th annual Don Quijote Awards Gala at Epcot's World Showplace Pavilion.

NASA Awards Launch Services Contract for Dragonfly Mission

NASA recently awarded the launch services contract for the upcoming Dragonfly mission to explore Saturn’s moon Titan.

Children’s Hospital in South Florida Selected for Seacrest Studios

The Ryan Seacrest Foundation selected a children's hospital in South Florida for Seacrest Studios.

Anheuser-Busch Invests $10 Million in Jacksonville Brewery

Anheuser-Busch announced a new $10 million investment in its Jacksonville brewery.

United Launches Seasonal Hub Just in (Saint) Nick of Time: The North Pole

During what's expected to be the busiest travel period, United Airlines launched its newest seasonal hub, the "North Pole" (JOY).

Nordstrom Rack to Open New Location in Lakeland

Fashion retailer Nordstrom announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in Lakeland, Central Florida in fall 2025.

Boar’s Head Launches Food Safety Resource Detailing Company’s Standards, Protocols

Boar's Head recently launched a food safety resource for customers that details the company's standards and protocols.

Subway Announces CEO Transition

Subway, one of the world's largest restaurant brands, announced a CEO transition.

Kroger Launches Nutrition Scoring System to Help Make Healthier Food Choices

Kroger launched a nutrition scoring system to help customers make healthier food choices.

Red Lobster Announces Launch of Happy Hour

Raise a glass because Red Lobster just launched Happy Hour.

Snickers, Twix, Milky Way Chocolate Milks Now Available

Chocolate lovers can rejoice, as Fire Brands teamed up with Mars Wrigley to officially launch Snickers, Twix, and Milky Way chocolate milks.

AdventHealth Northdale ER Now Providing Emergency Care to North Hillsborough County

The new AdventHealth Northdale ER is now providing high-quality emergency care to one of the fastest-growing areas in Hillsborough County.