The latest: This week, FPL employees are training in a mock hurricane scenario to prepare for storm season, which begins in less than one month. This annual storm drill allows employees to test and refine current processes, enhancing their efficiency in restoring power following hurricanes and severe weather. Details on the drill: Employees respond to a simulated storm – Hurricane Dale – making use of all the resources, tools and technology at their disposal. This year’s scenario features a storm that makes landfall in the southern part of the state, impacting the majority of FPL’s peninsular service area, before moving…
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Women have several unique health issues that can place them at a higher risk of stroke. The juice glass clattered to the ground, but Carolina Rosario, from Harrisburg, didn’t know how. One moment, she was holding the cup in her hand, and the next, the spill spread across the floor. She felt disoriented, like her voice wasn’t her own, but the feeling subsided, and she went to work as usual. Three months later, the feeling struck again – her tongue felt heavy, one side of her mouth drooped, and her voice echoed in her ears. One arm felt like it…
COMBINING PREMIUM TICKETS WITH UNRIVALED EXPERIENCES Largest Ever FIFA World Cup™ Hospitality Program Will Celebrate the Beautiful Game and Culture of All 16 North American Host Cities Full Launch, Including Canada and Mexico Matches, to Go on Sale Later This Year Today, FIFA and On Location, the Official Hospitality Provider for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, announced that a collection of game-changing hospitality packages for matches held in the United States are available for purchase at FIFAWorldCup.com Hospitality, marking the first opportunity for the public to purchase a seat at the world’s biggest single-sport competition. The full launch of hospitality…
A new study on behalf of Twisted Nail has identified the U.S. states with the highest commercial construction spending per capita. As the U.S. economy enters a new political era, the commercial construction sector is at a crossroads. Much of the recent growth—particularly in manufacturing, logistics, and clean energy—was seeded by federal investment during the Biden Administration. But with the 2024 election reshaping Washington, the future trajectory of construction will depend on how the Trump Administration approaches trade, regulation, and industrial policy. Understanding where things are headed requires understanding where we’ve been. Over the past five years, the industry has…
Parents and teachers generally agree: Literacy is one of the cornerstones of educational fairness and crucial for lifelong success. Yet, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), the largest nationally representative test of student learning, most fourth- and eighth-graders in 2024 performed below Proficient in reading. Why An Increase In Science Of Reading Legislation Reading is one of the most difficult tasks students must master throughout their educational careers. The good news is, we know how to teach reading and do it successfully – by following the science of reading, which says all students must be explicitly taught…
With the support of the Miami Downtown Development Authority, the Club will open a new commercial space in one of the key cities for the country’s soccer community and a hub for Latin America FC Barcelona announced today that it will relocate the club’s commercial operations to downtown Miami the epicenter of soccer business in the United States and a hub for connection with Latin America, from New York City,. This move comes after the Club received a business incentive grant from the Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and will continue to elevate FC Barcelona’s presence in North America. “The…
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend Will Honor and Remember 140 Firefighters The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) hosted the 44th National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on May 3-4, 2025, in Emmitsburg, Maryland. This year’s national tribute honored 70 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2024 and 70 firefighters who died in previous years. The honorees included the following Florida firefighters: Lieutenant Andy Eyster, age 51, of the Melbourne Fire Department, died on May 10, 2024, from complications of cancer. Lieutenant Joseph J. Geld, age 65, of the Melbourne Fire Department, died on December 23, 2023, from complications…
Seven women are celebrating the completion of the culinary skills training program, a transformative course designed to empower women facing challenges such as substance abuse or poverty. The program, a collaboration between CareerSource South Florida and the AGAPE Network, offers more than just cooking lessons – it provides a holistic approach to help women rebuild their lives, develop new skills, and enter the workforce with a fresh sense of purpose. The graduation ceremony, held at AGAPE, marks the successful completion of the regionally recognized 8-week culinary training course. Designed to provide students with a solid foundation in culinary techniques, the…
Nearly 900 community leaders, advocates, and dignitaries filled Jungle Island’s Bloom Ballroom on April 30, 2025, for The Children’s Trust’s 19th Annual Champions for Children Awards Ceremony. The sold-out event, presented by TD Bank, celebrated exceptional individuals and programs making transformative impacts across Miami-Dade County. The evening honored the extraordinary contributions of this year’s honorees, whose dedication and tireless efforts have transformed the community. This premier gathering also brought together everyone from longtime advocates to rising youth leaders, all united in their commitment to advancing child welfare. With heartfelt acceptance speeches and special recognitions, it was an unforgettable afternoon of…
South Florida community members can be a part of one of the year’s most heartwarming programs when girls and teens with disabilities take the stage as contestants in the 12th Annual Miss Arc Broward Pageant, presented by Princess Cruises, on Sunday, May 18 at 2 p.m. at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale. Led by event co-chairs Natalie Glusman and Candace Kelley, the Miss Arc Broward Pageant demonstrates the power of inclusion and provides a supportive environment through which young girls and teens with disabilities build confidence, self-esteem and lifelong friendships. “It is so heartwarming to see these young girls and…