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A Stetson University faculty member, staff member and two students were recognized for their outstanding achievements at the recent Florida Campus Compact Awards in Miami. [Read more…] about Stetson University Faculty, Staff, Students Win Florida Campus Compact Awards
Ahead of Thanksgiving, Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam and the Florida Forest Service are providing tips to ensure a safe holiday. [Read more…] about Commissioner Adam Putnam Provides Safety Tips for Thanksgiving Celebrations
University of Florida startup Entrinsic Health Solutions Inc. (EHS), an innovative health sciences company, has entered into a partnership that provides for a worldwide commercial license and supply agreement for enterade®, an amino acid-based, glucose-free, electrolyte solution designed for oncology and gastrointestinal (GI) disease patients. [Read more…] about UF Innovate | Tech Licensing Announces Another Successful Partnership with Portfolio Company Entrinsic Health Solutions Inc.
Andrew Giles Fay, one of the youngest Commissioners ever to serve on the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC), was named a Florida State University 2018 Notable Nole on November 16. The award honors individuals for “their significant contributions to their professions, communities, or alma mater.” [Read more…] about PSC Commissioner Andrew Fay Named FSU 2018 Notable Nole
State Senator Audrey Gibson on Monday was unanimously elected Leader of the Florida Senate Democratic Caucus for the 2018-2020 legislative term. [Read more…] about Senator Audrey Gibson unanimously elected to lead Florida Senate Democratic Caucus
Musician Brianna Kalon, a Florida native, was deeply moved by the devastation suffered by communities across the Florida Panhandle during Hurricane Michael. Inspired, she worked with songwriter John Hilton Revell and songwriter and producer Miller Joyner to create a heartfelt, moving song and music video to lift up those affected by the catastrophe and encourage others to continue providing relief to victims. [Read more…] about Music Video “Carry On” is New Anthem of Hope to Drive Donations for Hurricane Michael Victims
Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart today thanked Wells Fargo for donating $20,000 to the Re-book to Re-build: Hurricane Relief Fundraiser. FDOE partnered with the Florida Education Foundation (FEF) and independent booksellers across the state to raise funds to support schools damaged badly by Hurricane Michael. Tax-deductible donations can still be made to the FEF Hurricane Relief Fund. [Read more…] about Re-Book to Re-Build Effort Receives $20,000 Wells Fargo Donation to Restock Hurricane-Impacted Schools’ Bookshelves
Matt Caldwell, candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture, today released the following statement: [Read more…] about Statement From Matt Caldwell
The national pro-life group Susan B. Anthony List (SBA List) celebrated news that Rick Scott officially defeated incumbent Senator Bill Nelson in the race for U.S. Senate in Florida. The group’s field team of 159 canvassers visited more than one million Florida voters to expose Senator Nelson’s extreme record on abortion. Additionally, SBA List held 14 in-state media events. [Read more…] about SBA List Declares Victory as Pro-life Rick Scott Defeats Nelson in Florida Senate Race
International Medical Corps is continuing its efforts to help Floridians following the devastation caused by Hurricane Michael, collaborating with FedEx and AbbVie to deliver, set up and outfit two temporary clinics for PanCare Health. The facilities and equipment will enable PanCare Health to continue offering medical and dental services to at-risk populations in Marianna and Panama City who were affected by the storm. [Read more…] about International Medical Corps, with Support from FedEx and Abbvie, Deploys Temporary Clinics to PanCare Health for Patients in Need After Hurricane Michael
