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State Tipoffs Involving Florida Newsletter for Wednesday November 06, 2024 ( 7 items )  

Disney's Blizzard Beach Reopens for Guests to Enjoy Wintery Fun in the Florida Sun
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, Nov. 6 -- Disney World issued the following news release on Nov. 5, 2024: * * * 10 Things to Enjoy with the Reopening of Disney's Blizzard Beach * * * Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park reopens for guests today at Walt Disney World Resort, bringing fun in the sun with a wintery twist. Known for its immersive storytelling and snowy theming amid warm, soothing water, the park features a variety of family-friendly and thrilling water attractions, just in time for the   more

Fla. PSC Selects T-Mobile As Florida's Telecom Relay Service Provider
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 6 -- The Florida Public Service Commission issued the following news release on Nov. 5, 2024: Continuing to ensure the affordability of specialized communication services, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today selected T-Mobile USA (T-Mobile) to provide Telecommunications Relay Service under a three-year contract, effective March 2025. T-Mobile is the current contracted relay service provider; however, the carrier did not seek to extend or renew that cont  more

Florida DBPR Takes Action Against Unlicensed Contractors Targeting Floridians Impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 5 -- The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation issued the following news release on Nov. 4, 2024: * * * Leading to More Than 50 Arrests and Preventing More Than $250,000 in Losses for Pinellas County Homeowners * * * Today, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) announced its decisive action against unlicensed contractors targeting Floridians impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. In conjunction with the Nation  more

Holland & Knight Grows Project Finance Capabilities With Addition of Patricia 'Tricia' Duffy in Washington, D.C.
MIAMI, Florida, Nov. 6 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON (November 5, 2024) - Holland & Knight has strengthened its Financial Services Team with the addition of Patricia "Tricia" Duffy as a partner in Washington, D.C. Ms. Duffy represents sponsors, equity investors, developers and lenders in the development, construction and financing of energy and infrastructure projects, including solar, wind, battery storage, hydroelectric and other renewable en  more

Miami Dade College Recognized as a Fulbright HSI Leader by the U.S. Department of State
MIAMI, Florida, Nov. 5 -- Miami Dade College issued the following news release: Miami Dade College (MDC) has been designated as a 2024 Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader, a prestigious recognition awarded by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). Each year since 2021, the ECA honors a select group of HSIs for their exceptional commitment to fostering international exchange and advancing academic excellence through active engagement with  more

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Announces New Senior Staff Appointment
ORLANDO, Florida, Nov. 6 -- The city of Orlando issued the following news release on Nov. 5, 2024: Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has announced the appointment of FJ Flynn as Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Orlando. Flynn, who currently serves as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, will move into his new role after current Chief Administrative Officer Kevin Edmonds retires in January after 35 years with the City of Orlando. The Chief Administrative Officer guides the City of Orlando's   more

Quino Martinez Appointed to Orlando Economic Partnership Board of Directors & Executive Committee
ORLANDO, Florida, Nov. 6 -- Lowndes, a law firm, issued the following news release: Lowndes is pleased to announce that President and CEO Joaquin "Quino" Martinez has been appointed to the Orlando Economic Partnership Board of Directors and Executive Committee. The Orlando Economic Partnership is the Orlando region's economic and community development organization focused on advancing inclusive economic growth by diversifying the economy and attracting investment. Through collaboration, it ai  more