TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The city of Tallahassee issued the following news on Feb. 21, 2024: Today, the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD), Leon County Sheriff's Office (LCSO), Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the State Attorney's Office of the Second Judicial Circuit (SAO) proudly announce the recent establishment of the Big Bend Cold Case Task Force: No Case Forgotten, No Truth Untold. Since its inception in 2023, the task force has made significant strides in bringi more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Auditor General released the following report (No. 2024-131) on Feb. 19, 2024, involving the University of North Florida. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY OF REPORT ON THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Our audit disclosed that the basic financial statements of the University of North Florida (a component unit of the State of Florida) were presented fairly, in all material respects, in accordance with prescribed financial reporting standards.  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was invited by the U.S. Term Limits organization to travel to meet with legislative leaders to encourage the passage of state resolutions calling for term limits on members of Congress. Florida passed House Concurrent Resolution (HCR) 693 calling for a U.S. Term Limits convention during the 2024 Legislative Session. Florida is among a group of six state more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Governor Ron DeSantis announced an investment of nearly $25 million from the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Program to either create or expand 19 programs dedicated to strengthening workforce development across Florida. The initiative underscores Florida's dedication to equipping students statewide with the essential skills required for success in high-demand occupations. Wor more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Today, the Florida House Judiciary Committee advanced CS/HB 651, a bill designed to penalize women and anyone helping pregnant people seek abortion in Florida. In response, the Florida Democratic Party has issued the following statement: "The latest Republican bill attacking abortion in Florida is extremely dangerous and would have major legal consequences," said FDP Chair Nikk more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Today, the Florida House Judiciary Committee advanced CS/HB 651 , designed to criminalize women and anyone who helps a pregnant woman obtain an abortion in Florida. In response, the Florida Democratic Party issues the following statement: "The latest Republican bill attacking reproductive health in Florida is extremely dangerous and would have significant legal consequences," s more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Division of Emergency Management issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: Today, the Florida Disaster Foundation, a direct support organization of the Florida Division of Emergency Management (Division), announced the successful donation of six trailers to the North Florida Inland Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG). These trailers will serve as housing for survivors of tornadoes and other impacts as a result of severe weather on January 9, 20 more PR

MELBOURNE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- Florida Institute of Technology issued the following news: Amanda Wise '16 M.S. has dedicated her career to giving parents peace of mind about their children-- and Florida Tech has done the same thing for her. In February 2008, Wise accepted an entry position with Access411, at the time, a small, family-owned business created by William Morrison, Wise's father and a former teacher and assistant principal in Baltimore in the '90s. What started as school lanyards  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issued the following news release: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new regulations to support trophy bass conservation during its February meeting. The approved rules include largemouth bass fishing regulations changes for specific waterbodies, including Lochloosa, Orange and Newnans lakes in Alachua County. Specific freshwater fishing regulations approved for these wate more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a change to the bay scallop season for the Pasco Zone management region. This regulation change, which goes into effect this year, sets a 40-day season for the Pasco Zone that starts on July 10 and will run through Aug. 18 annually. The long-term season dates were i more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issued the following news release: At their February meeting, Commissioners with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved final changes to rules pertaining to the rehabilitation of native wildlife. The amendments will increase public safety, improve animal welfare, clarify current rule language, increase professionalism and update requirements for wildlife rehabilitation permittees more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority issued the following agency statement on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * At today's meeting, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board approved two measures that will keep Orlando International Airport (MCO) evolving our signature look and feel into the next decade. Following the "People" pillar of the 2023 Strategic Plan, the Aviation Authority will issue a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RSQ) for the refurbishment of more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The Miami-Dade County government issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins announces the return of 'A Conversation About Wealth Creation' in celebration of Black History Month. Following the tremendous success of last year's event, in partnership with Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust (MDEAT), Commissioner Cohen Higgins is eager to host this inspiring conversation once again. Scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at 6  more PR

MELBOURNE, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The city of Melbourne issued the following news: The Melbourne Police Department is proud to announce its participation in the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Florida. This annual event brings together law enforcement agencies from across the state to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympic athletes. The Law Enforcement Torch Run symbolizes hope and inclusion, as officers and athletes carry the "Flame of Hope" through communities, spre more PR

ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * To: William Boer, Senior Environmental Services Project Manager, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, 700 Universe Blvd., June Beach, Florida 33048, William.Boer@nexteraenergy.com Re: Case 17-F-0599 - Application of East Point Energy Center, LLC, for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 of the Public Service Law for Construction of more PR

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- Raymond James Financial issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE: RJF) today reported selected operating data for January 2024, in an effort to provide timely information to investors about monthly developments in certain key performance metrics. Due to the limited nature of this data, a consistent correlation to earnings should not be assumed. "Record client assets under administration of $1.38 trillio more PR

SARASOTA, Florida, Feb. 22 -- Sarasota County issued the following news on Feb. 21, 2024: Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Beach University series returns for the 17th year to Siesta Beach. Beach University is held at the historic main pavilion beginning at 9:30 a.m. every Thursday in March. In partnership with the Siesta Beach Ambassador volunteer program, this free educational series invites community members and visitors to learn about coastal environments in one-hour more PR

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Feb. 22 -- The South Florida Water Management District issued the following news on Feb. 21, 2024: Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for an upcoming Resiliency Coordination Forum to promote additional collaboration on water management and resiliency initiatives between local, state, federal and tribal partners. Forum Details Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: SFWMD Headquarters - 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach,  more PR

SAN MARCOS, Texas, Feb. 22 -- Texas State University issued the following news release: On Nov. 9, 2023, the SpaceX Falcon rocket departed Kennedy Space Center in Florida and began its trajectory to the International Space Station (ISS). Among other things, the mission, "SpaceX CRS-29," carried a collaborative investigation developed by researchers at Texas State University, Arizona State University (ASU), and NASA. Led by Robert J.C. McLean, Ph.D., the team of TXST graduate students consists  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- The University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Article Summary * A team of researchers led by Mustafa Tekin, M.D., developed the first viable animal model for the rare, genetic condition geleophysic dysplasia (GD). * The researchers studied mutations in the ADAMTSL2 gene, which produces a protein that migrates from cells into the external network of molecules that supports tissues throughout the body. * With the anima more PR