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Florida Republican, Democrat Demand Answers from SHEIN on Childlike Sex Doll Sales

A Florida Republican and a Democrat in Congress are demanding answers from Shein on childlike sex doll sales. 

Dr. Seuss’s The Grinch Meal Coming to McDonald’s for Holidays

A special Dr. Seuss's The Grinch meal, with spirited socks, is coming to McDonald's for the holidays.

Introductory Self-Pay Offer for Wegovy and Ozempic from Novo Nordisk

Novo Nordisk announced Wegovy (semaglutide) injection and Ozempic are now available at limited time price to new self-pay patients.

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida Celebrated 13th Birthday

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida celebrated 13 years of caring for children and families across Central Florida and beyond.

Secretary of Agriculture Released Plan to Strengthen American Beef Industry

Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins released a plan for American ranchers and consumers to strengthen the American beef industry.

AI Maternity Product to Improve Birth Outcomes, Reduce Costs

An AI maternity product to improve birth outcomes and reduce costs was announced by Maven Clinic.

Governor DeSantis Announced $1 Billion in Auto Insurance Refunds in Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis announced nearly $1 billion to Florida auto insurance policyholders, thanks to improved market conditions.

Private Sector Employment Increased by 42,000 Jobs in October, Annual Pay Up

Private sector employment increased by 42,000 jobs in October and pay was up, according to the ADP National Employment Report.

Lilly and U.S. Government Agree to Expand Access to Obesity Medicines

Eli Lilly and Company announced an agreement with the U.S. government to expand access to its obesity medicines and reduce patient costs.

Parent Company of Tylenol, Other Iconic Brands Acquired

The parent company of Tylenol and other iconic brands like Aveeno, BAND-AID Brand, Johnson's, Listerine, and Neutrogena was acquired. 

Taffer’s Tavern Says Thanks: 50% Off for Local Heroes in November

Taffer's Tavern, created by “Bar Rescue” host and star Jon Taffer, is saying thanks with 50% off for local heroes in November.

Florida Attorney General Issued Criminal Subpoenas to Roblox

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued criminal subpoenas to the popular online gaming platform Roblox.

Collaboration to Accelerate Nuclear Energy Deployment in U.S. Announced

Collaboration to accelerate nuclear energy deployment in the United States was announced to help meet growing energy demand from AI. 

Tampa General Hospital FACT Accreditation in Stem Cell Transplant, Cellular Therapy for Cancer

Tampa General Hospital receives FACT Accreditation, gold seal of quality and safety in world of stem cell transplant and cellular therapy for cancer. 

Three-Peat Winner for Best Convention Center in Southeast U.S.

It’s a three-peat: winner of gold medal for Best Convention Center (Regional – Southeast U.S.) for the third year in a row:

Palm Harbor Welcomes First Metro Diner Location

Metro Diner opened its sixth location in the Tampa Bay area, the first in the Palm Harbor community.

Florida AG’s Office of Parental Rights Files Enforcement Action Against Roku

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the Office of Parental Rights is filing of a civil enforcement action against Roku.

Florida Settlement with Gilead Sciences for Improper Promotion of HIV Drugs

Florida announced a multi-million dollar settlement with Gilead Sciences for the improper promotion of HIV drugs.

New Landfill Gas to Renewable Natural Gas Production Facility in Florida

A new landfill gas to renewable natural gas production facility opened in Florida.

Warner Bros. Discovery Advances Separation, Looks to Maximize Shareholder Value

Warner Bros. Discovery continues on announced separation into two media companies and initiates a review to maximize shareholder value. 

Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer Celebrates Grand Opening of Taffer’s Tavern in Orlando

Bar Rescue's Jon Taffer celebrated the grand opening of Taffer's Tavern in Orlando. 

ATP Flight School Added New Cessna Skyhawks in 2025

ATP Flight School accepted its fifty-fourth Cessna 172 Skyhawk delivery of 2025 expanding Cessna fleet to 327 and its total fleet to 663 airplanes.

Florida CEOs More Optimistic Overall on Economic Growth Than National Peers

Once again, Florida CEOs appear more optimistic on economic growth than their national peers.

Moving Trends: Americans Continue to Head South, Coastal Exodus Persists

According to a recent moving trends report, Americans continue to head south, while the coastal exodus persists.

Grocery Chain Offers Full Thanksgiving Meal for $40

One grocery chain is offering a full Thanksgiving meal for only $40, feeding 10 at $4 a person.

DHL Express Expands Electric Fleet, Launches Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Vans in U.S.

DHL Express is expanding its electric fleet, launching the first Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Vans in the United States. 

Sherwin-Williams, HGTV Home Name 2026 Color of the Year

Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams united to name their 2026 Color of the Year.

Florida Company to Pay $1.8 Million in EEOC Age Discrimination Lawsuit

A Florida company is going to pay $1.8 million in an EEOC age discrimination lawsuit. 

Hard Rock International Recognized for Human Trafficking Prevention Efforts

Hard Rock International was recognized as first company in gaming sector to be honored for its human trafficking prevention efforts.

One Florida Children’s Hospital Ranked as Top Performing Pediatric Hospital

One Florida children's hospital ranked as a top performing pediatric hospital.