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The Rise Collective grows into 13-business real estate ecosystem
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The Rise Collective has expanded to 13 businesses that cover real estate acquisition, financing, construction, tax planning, property management and hospitality.
Indra Energy and veritree plant 44,000 trees in reforestation push
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Indra Energy said its yearlong partnership with veritree helped plant 44,000 verified trees through customer enrollments and community activity.
Cornerstone Insurance becomes Steven Brooks Insurance after 30 years in South Florida
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Cornerstone Insurance Providers has rebranded as Steven Brooks Insurance, tying the agency’s new name to its longtime president and three decades of service in South Florida.
Cornerstone Insurance rebrands as Steven Brooks Insurance after 30 years in South Florida
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The Fort Lauderdale agency is changing its name immediately while keeping the same team, coverage offerings and independent-carrier model.
Forchetta Italian Eatery wins 2026 Best of Florida Regional Award
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Forchetta Italian Eatery in Largo has been named a 2026 Best of Florida Regional Award winner, recognizing the restaurant’s focus on handcrafted Italian dishes, consistency and hospitality.
NavVis to host Florida reality capture events in Miami and Tampa
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NavVis will bring its CLX and VLX4 devices, along with IVION 12.0, to complimentary IN TOWN events in Miami on Nov. 10 and Tampa on Nov. 12. The sessions are aimed at surveying, construction, BIM and reality capture professionals looking to…
Florida, California and Pennsylvania set 2026 liquor license openings
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Florida, California and Pennsylvania have disclosed 2026 windows for new or expired liquor licenses, with application deadlines, fees and transfer rules that shape who can enter the market.
Florida’s Fresh Grill wins 2026 Best of Florida Regional Award
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Florida’s Fresh Grill in Cocoa Beach earned a 2026 Best of Florida Regional Award for its fresh seafood, hand-cut Prime steaks and upscale-casual dining model.
Tower Beverage USA opens Florida beverage routes for $25,000
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Tower Beverage USA is offering 30-account beverage routes in select Florida markets for $25,000 as it expands distribution of its Sweet Seltzer line.
USDA grant expands Food Forests for Schools in Miami-Dade
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The Education Fund won a $48,182 USDA Forest Service grant to expand STEM and urban forestry lessons across Miami-Dade County public schools.
Larrikin Bourbon and Koala Bare Gin expand into Florida
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Larrikin Bourbon Company and Koala Bare Gin have launched statewide distribution in Florida through Green Light Distribution, putting the Australian-founded spirits brand in its 15th state.
Bethlehem student wins first Raíces national essay contest
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Kelsey McIntyre, a student at The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts in Pennsylvania, won the first Raíces national essay contest for a piece about family, food and Hispanic heritage.
South Florida race aims to raise $125,000 for disabled veterans
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The 11th annual Devil Dog 5K/10K is set for Oct. 4 in Boca Raton, with runners, walkers and supporters working toward a $125,000 fundraising goal for disabled Florida veterans and their families.
ASTR Institute touts online PE option for Florida PEP families
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ASTR Institute has published details on an online physical education and sports-performance program for Florida families using Step Up For Students’ PEP scholarship.
Refresh issues Florida laser hair removal safety guide as searches surge
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Refresh - Aesthetics & Wellness has released a 2026 consumer safety guide after Florida search data ranked laser hair removal No. 2 among med spa treatments with about 148,000 monthly searches.
The Hemp Doctor wins Best THC/CBD Beverage at ECRM Grand Tasting
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The Hemp Doctor won Best THC/CBD Beverage at the 2026 ECRM On & Off Premise Adult Beverage Fall Session Grand Tasting in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Orlando educator wins 2026 Toyota Family Teacher of the Year
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Dr. Nisha Phillip Malahoo of Orlando nonprofit Above & Beyond for Change has been named the 2026 Toyota Family Teacher of the Year and will receive a $20,000 grant to expand family-engagement work in Central Florida.
St. Augustine Society named Florida finalist for Chick-fil-A grant
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The St. Augustine Society has been named the only Florida-based Southeast finalist for a 2027 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Regional Award, putting it in line for a $200,000 grant after Sept. 1-30 voting in the Chick-fil-A app. The nonprofit says…
Adega Gaucha wins fourth straight Best of Florida steakhouse award
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Adega Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse was named a 2026 Best of Florida winner in the Steakhouses category by Guide to Florida, marking its fourth consecutive year on the list.
The Pickled Beet wins 2026 Best of Florida honor for event catering
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The Pickled Beet earned a 2026 Best of Florida award in the Event Caterers category, marking its third straight year of recognition.
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