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Miami Real Estate Posts 7th-Best March in County History; Total Sales Surge Ahead of Pre-Pandemic Levels

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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MIAMI, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Miami-Dade County posted its seventh-best March sales month in county history as total sales surged ahead of pre-pandemic numbers and Miami price appreciation led the nation, according to March 2023 statistics released by the MIAMI Association of Realtors (MIAMI) and the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system.

Key Points: 
  • Miami sold 2,513 total homes in March 2023, which is the seventh-most all-time in the month of March in county history.
  • March 2023 total sales are also higher than the Miami-Dade average number of sales in the month of March all-time.
  • Miami total home sales decreased 36.2% year-over-year in March 2023, from a historic 3,939 transactions in March 2022 to 2,513 in March 2023.
  • Short sales and REOs accounted for 0.2% and 0.9% year-over-year, respectively, of total Miami sales in March 2023.

Crosley Green Returns to Prison, Relies on Faith as He Continues Fight for Justice

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla., April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crosley Green embraced his family Monday in what may be his last day as a free man and then surrendered again to the Florida Department of Corrections in Orlando. The 65-year-old grandfather has already served 32 years, including 19 on death row, for a murder that he did not commit. After a federal court found that Mr. Green was wrongfully convicted, he has been free for the past two years on conditional release while his case was on appeal. He was ordered to return to prison after an appeals court overturned his win and the U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to hear his case.

Key Points: 
  • "Today is a dark day for justice, but Crosley Green's faith points him to the hope of a better day ahead.
  • Green."
  • Despite being ordered back to prison, Mr. Green remains optimistic that justice will prevail in the end.
  • I am trying to set an example of faith and hope for my family, for my church, and for my town," Mr. Green said.

One Hundred Teen Girls Meet Florida Legislators at Pace Day at the Capitol

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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Jacksonville, FL, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace Center for Girls (Pace), a nationally recognized model that provides education, counseling, training and advocacy for girls and young women, hosted its annual Pace Day at the Capitol event on March 28-29, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Jacksonville, FL, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace Center for Girls (Pace), a nationally recognized model that provides education, counseling, training and advocacy for girls and young women, hosted its annual Pace Day at the Capitol event on March 28-29, 2023.
  • More than 100 Pace girls from across the state met with members of the Florida House, Florida Senate and other elected officials and leaders to share the impact of Pace’s model.
  • Eight out of 10 girls that attend Pace graduate from high school, pursue higher education or secure employment after the program.
  • Pace Day at the Capitol was made possible thanks to a community of support who believe in the great in every girl, including TECO Energy, Florida Lottery and The Mayernick Group.

Legal Heat Announces Today Acquisition by President & CEO of Focused Fire Training, Tommy Sapp

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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Legal Heat, the nation’s leading firearms trading company, today, announced its acquisition by Tommy Sapp, president & CEO of Focused Fire Training, the largest concealed carry training group in the state of Florida.

Key Points: 
  • Legal Heat, the nation’s leading firearms trading company, today, announced its acquisition by Tommy Sapp, president & CEO of Focused Fire Training, the largest concealed carry training group in the state of Florida.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230405005145/en/
    Tommy Sapp, President & CEO of Focused Fire Training (Photo: Business Wire)
    “I couldn’t be more excited to bring Focused Fire Training and Legal Heat together,” said Sapp.
  • “Our core focus is our students’ understanding of their 2nd amendment rights and the safe, proper and lawful handling of firearms.
  • I am thrilled with the Legal Heat opportunity and to continue on this journey.”

WaterIQ Appoints Industry Veteran Rick Clark to Lead Environmental and Regulatory Affairs and Drive Customer Success

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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WaterIQ Technologies , the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, today announced the appointment of Rick Clark as Director of Environmental and Regulatory Affairs.

Key Points: 
  • WaterIQ Technologies , the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, today announced the appointment of Rick Clark as Director of Environmental and Regulatory Affairs.
  • WaterIQ Technologies’ advanced, field-tested technology delivers this while providing a sustainable strategy for algal and biofilm bloom mitigation – all without the use of chemicals,” stated Clark.
  • Clark has been a member of the Florida Department of Agriculture’s Pesticide Review Committee and the Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force.
  • Its advanced technology and materials enable effective algae and biofilm remediation, long-duty cycles and uninterrupted field usage.

Moreland University's TEACH-NOW Program Receives Initial Approval as an Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) Provider in Florida

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Moreland University is proud to announce that its innovative TEACH-NOW online educator preparation program has received initial approval by the Florida Department of Education as an Educator Preparation Institute program.

Key Points: 
  • Moreland University is proud to announce that its innovative TEACH-NOW online educator preparation program has received initial approval by the Florida Department of Education as an Educator Preparation Institute program.
  • This approval signifies that Moreland University's TEACH-NOW program meets the rigorous standards set forth by the state of Florida for preparing highly qualified educators.
  • The TEACH-NOW program at Moreland University equips aspiring teachers with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to excel in today's dynamic classrooms.
  • The TEACH-NOW program offers graduates the opportunity to apply for a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate upon successful program completion and passing the required Florida Teacher Certification Examinations.

Tampa General Hospital Earns Reverifications as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center and a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital today announced reverifications of the TGH Wallace Trauma Center as a Level I Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) for both pediatric and adult care. The ACS recognizes Tampa General for its dedication to providing optimal care for adults and children, as well as its demonstrated commitment to education, research and community outreach. The Adult Trauma Center and the Pediatric Trauma Center are each reverified as stand-alone programs extending through 2026.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital today announced reverifications of the TGH Wallace Trauma Center as a Level I Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) for both pediatric and adult care.
  • The Adult Trauma Center and the Pediatric Trauma Center are each reverified as stand-alone programs extending through 2026.
  • The Tampa General Pediatric Trauma program, along with the TGH Children's Hospital, treats pediatric patients throughout West Central Florida who have severe or life-threatening injuries.
  • Tampa General also holds reverification as a Level I Trauma Center from the Florida Department of Health as of 2019.

The University of Florida's Office of Professional & Workforce Development Becomes a Registered Apprenticeship Provider with the State of Florida's Apprenticeship System

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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The CHW Apprenticeship Program was developed through the Pathways for Career Opportunities Grant (PCOG) Program.

Key Points: 
  • The CHW Apprenticeship Program was developed through the Pathways for Career Opportunities Grant (PCOG) Program.
  • The PCOG Program is meant to support new or expand existing registered apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs.
  • Community health workers (CHWs) are frontline health workers who have a close understanding of the community they serve.
  • CHW's frequently serve as a liaison between health/social services and the community to coordinate healthcare, government, and social service systems.

Instacart Serves Up More Fresh Produce with Innovative New Advertising Capability

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced an industry-first online advertising capability, enabling produce brands to advertise fresh, weighted items - such as carrots, grapes, onions, oranges, sweet potatoes, and watermelons - from the produce department across the Instacart Marketplace. The announcement is in collaboration with today's White House event that continues the work started at the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health to help end hunger and reduce diet-related diseases by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • During National Nutrition Month, Instacart is leveling the advertising playing field, making it possible for more produce brands, farms, and agriculture boards to advertise on Instacart and reach more consumers.
  • Instacart is addressing this complex industry challenge so more produce brands can take advantage of advertising solutions and help consumers discover more nutritious foods.
  • With this latest enhancement to Instacart advertising and catalog capabilities, produce brands can now amplify their full product set, including packaged and random weight produce.
  • We are glad to see Instacart leading the technology sector to unlock their e-commerce advertising capabilities for a new category of fresh, farm-grown produce.

FRUIT FARM TIDAL CREEK RESTORATION PROJECT COMPLETED IN MARCO ISLAND, FLA.

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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WINTER GARDEN, Fla., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Sea & Shoreline announced the completion of a project by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and the City of Marco Island that will help to restore and enhance the tidal flow in conveyance through mangrove wetlands at Fruit Farm Creek in the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Marco Island, Fla. Funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for fish habitat restoration in areas affected by Hurricane Irma allowed the FWC in partnership with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the City of Marco Island to complete this project.  Sea & Shoreline was contracted by the FWC to open a channel within a black mangrove dominated forest south of Marco Island to reestablish water conveyance between the estuaries north and south of the roadway, ultimately improving tidal flow throughout the creek.  

Key Points: 
  • Sea & Shoreline was contracted by the FWC to open a channel within a black mangrove dominated forest south of Marco Island to reestablish water conveyance between the estuaries north and south of the roadway, ultimately improving tidal flow throughout the creek.
  • "Reestablishing the water conveyance will bring life back to the mangroves and solve the issues that Fruit Farm Tidal Creek has been experiencing," said Sea & Shoreline's Field Manager, Kevin Perry.
  • Sea & Shoreline recently completed other projects for FWC including the Estuarine Habitat Restoration in FSUCML, Lake Istokpoga Revegetation, Moore's Creek Eelgrass Planting and Exclosure Relocation, Blue Springs Bank Stabilization, and a Seagrass Habitat Restoration in St. Andrew Bay.
  • The company is also currently working on FWC's Warm Mineral Springs Restoration and Enhancement, and the M/V Eldorado Grounding Area Fill & Grade Project.