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Indian American high school graduate from Florida sets historic grade point average record

A Florida high school graduate has set a historic academic record by achieving an unprecedented 11.99 weighted grade point average, an achievement that has prompted his school district to overhaul its grading policies for future classes. Vaibhav Bhaskar …

PureCycle Technologies and partners to champion recycled-content BOPP film in Japan

July 16, 2026 | By Mary Bailey PureCycle Technologies, Inc. (Orlando, Fla.), a specialist in plastic recycling, has announced a strategic partnership with RM TOHCELLO Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan), one of the world’s largest producers of biaxially oriented …

Belleview’s ‘Bellehaven’ housing project moves forward amid traffic, environmental concerns

BELLEVIEW, Fla. (WCJB) - Marion County continues to see record growth, and that development is spreading beyond Ocala into communities such as Belleview. One of Belleview’s largest new housing projects is moving forward, but while supporters say it will …

450,000-gallon sewage spill in Florida fouls yard, sends waste toward Caloosahatchee River

A massive sewage spill near a Florida treatment plant turned one woman's backyard into a warning sign for a much bigger infrastructure problem. Nearly 450,000 gallons of untreated wastewater escaped near LaBelle, threatening residents and sending …

"Many bites can be prevented": expert warns about human errors after three alligator attacks in Florida

A series of three alligator attacks in less than two weeks in central Florida has reignited the debate on prevention after a 31-year-old woman was killed and a child lost a hand in incidents that occurred just 24 hours apart. Brittany Clark, a resident of …

Florida solar streetlights keep the lights on during outages, and storm-prone areas see why

When a storm knocks out the grid, even basic necessities such as lighting can quickly become a safety issue. That's why a Bay News 9 segment out of Tampa, Florida, about a local solar streetlight company resonated with people looking for practical ways …

Shuttered ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ leaves complicated legacy in Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Florida — Last summer, a symbol of President Donald Trump’s campaign against illegal immigration quickly appeared amid the vast Florida Everglades. Less than a year later, the detention facility dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” was torn down almost …

Byron Donalds’ Chances of Losing Florida Race to Democrat David Jolly—Poll

A new poll suggests Representative Byron Donalds' path to Florida's governor's mansion may be more competitive than earlier surveys indicated, with Democrat David Jolly now holding a slightly larger edge in a hypothetical general election …

DEI Triumphs in Florida Public Schools After North Carolina Lawmakers Advance Similar Ban

In striking down the “Stop W.O.K.E Act,” Florida’s ban on teaching race and gender as subjects, the state’s court of appeals dealt a blow to the broader conservative-backed strategy to whitewash curriculum.   The move came just days after  state lawmakers …

Yvonne Marie Linton named director of UF/IFAS Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory

Internationally respected mosquito- and vector-borne disease expert Yvonne-Marie Linton has been chosen as the new director for the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory (FMEL …

Why Florida was the perfect move for local lad Louis Thompson

Louis Thompson hopes a bold move to the United States will provide the perfect platform to take his football career to the next level. The 18-year-old forward will head to Florida in early August after earning a soccer scholarship at Embry-Riddle …

Pittsburgh Penguins name Florida Everblades as new ECHL affiliate

ESTERO, Fla. (WINK)—The Pittsburgh Penguins have named the Florida Everblades as the organization's ECHL affiliate. The partnership will begin with the upcoming 2026-27 campaign. The Everblades will serve as the secondary developmental affiliate for …

NHC Tracks Gulf Disturbance with 20% Development Chance, Heavy Rain Expected in Florida

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a broad area of low pressure expected to develop across the northeastern Gulf of Mexico, giving it a 20% chance of tropical formation over the next seven days. FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber said the system will …

Tracking the tropics: Two areas of interest being watched including one near Florida

Tracking the tropics: two areas of interest being watched for potential development, including near Florida Both areas of interest continue to show low chances for development in the next seven day. One is in the northeastern Gulf and the other is in the …

'Experimental explosion' rocks Florida coast as mysterious earthquake alert sparks alarm

By STACY LIBERATORE, US SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 16:15 EDT, 16 July 2026 | Updated: 16:50 EDT, 16 July 2026 An unusual 'experimental explosion' entry appeared on the government's earthquake tracking website, sparking questions …

SpaceX Starship tests raise environmental concerns in Texas and Florida

SpaceX is set to conduct its next Starship test flight, with a 90-minute launch window opening at 6:45 p.m. local time from Texas, marking the 13th test flight for the rocket. The Starship rocket, currently being developed at SpaceX’s Starbase facility …

Navy invests $88M in Florida State research

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Navy awarded an $88 million contract to Florida State University to develop technology for next-generation ship power systems, expanding a research partnership aimed at improving the reliability and efficiency of future …

From archery to STEM, fishing to fashion design, Florida 4-H open house showcases opportunities for youth

Meet Milan Malco, a Florida 4-H teen involved in the Sunshine Harvesters Club working with another 4-H member at UF/IFAS Extension Broward County. Photo Credit: Extension UF/IFAS Broward County. Youth interested in science, animals, gardening, …

How Florida's natural springs support the state's environment, economy

Automotive Social Media Giant Announces Expansion to Apex, North Carolina Headquarters After 584% Year-Over-Year Growth

Automotive marketing firm behind the Facebook Sales Event moves to 1030 Classic Road, Suite 201 in Apex, NC to support 600+ dealer partners nationwide. APEX, NC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Willowood Ventures, the …

Florida's $50 Million Hometown Heroes Fund: What Essential Workers in Orange, Seminole, Lake, and Volusia Need to Know

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Florida Housing Finance Corporation reopened its Hometown Heroes Homebuyer Loan Program on July 13, 2026 with $50 million in down payment assistance for essential workers purchasing a first …

Resolution's Second FAST-41 Designation Bolsters U.S. Critical Minerals Push

Federal FAST-41 designation for Golden Gate gives RML two priority permitting projects as the U.S. accelerates domestic critical minerals development. Resolution Minerals (OTCQB:RLMLF) IDAHO, ID, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

4Kira4Moms Kicks Off Black Maternal Health Week by Distributing Thousands of Free Diapers to the Las Vegas Community

Community-wide initiative with Dr. Eboni, Baby’s Bounty, Huggies, and local partners addresses diaper insecurity, connects families to maternal health resources LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As families across …

Congressman Ken Calvert Endorses David Pan for Congress

Ken Calvert’s support adds to endorsements for David Pan from the CAGOP, the OCGOP, Reform California, and many other elected officials. SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday, July 10, 2026, congressional …

American Medical Manufacturers Urge New York to Prioritize U.S.-Made N95 Respirators During Wildfire Smoke Emergency

Trade Group Says State and City Are Distributing Chinese-Made KN95 Masks While NIOSH-Approved, Domestically Manufactured N95 Respirators Remain Available NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As smoke from …

Dyanna Morrison's Justice (The Justice Trilogy) continues to Impress with An Award Winning Blend of Law and History

PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and playwright Dyanna Morrison is bringing renewed attention to the enduring principles of the United States Constitution through Justice (The Justice Trilogy), the first …

Digital Signatures Can Bring Election Integrity and Citizen Petitioning Into 21st Century

Prosperity for US Foundation Urges Leaders to Modernize Election Security and Citizen Participation WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the nation awaits an address tonight on what the White House has described …

PFPS US supports Bicameral, Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Medical Misdiagnosis and improve Patient Reporting

Van Hollen, Luján, Beyer, Schrier, Van Drew Introduce Saving Lives and Reducing Health Care Waste by Improving Diagnosis in Medicine Act SMYRNA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patients for Patient Safety US (PFPS US) …

Following Historic Artemis II Mission, Humans to the Moon and Mars Summit Heads to Houston

July 21–23 event at Rice University unites NASA leaders, astronauts, scientists, innovators, and space executives on the next era of lunar and Mars exploration HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three months after …

Trump Administration Unleashes Global Campaign to Crush Radical Left Terrorism

Today, the Trump Administration convened senior officials from governments around the world to launch an unprecedented global offensive against the transnational threat of Radical Left terrorism. Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, far-left …

Dennis Monagle of Ash Bishop David Featured on the Entrepreneur Spotlight Show

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CAPT Dennis Monagle, Founder and CEO of Ash Bishop David, recently appeared on the Entrepreneur Spotlight Show, hosted by entrepreneur and author Andy Jacob. During the interview …

Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority and PNWER to Host 2026 Greater Northwest Rail Summit in Helena

Transportation, business and government leaders gather in Helena to discuss passenger rail, freight, economic development and regional connectivity. HELENA, MT, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transportation leaders from …

Federal Court Finds Lummi Nation Likely to Succeed in Lawsuit over Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Sites

Court Orders Advance Notice Before Any Further Ground-Disturbing Work in Point Roberts BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal judge yesterday granted significant preliminary relief to the Lummi Nation in its …

NFTA's Lee Collins to Present on Part 141 Modernization and the Future of Flight Training at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

Presentation at NAFI facility to be followed by live interview on EAA Radio OSHKOSH, WI, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) announced today that Lee Collins, President and CEO, will …

National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) Appoints Greg Reverdiau of Pilot Institute to Board of Directors

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Reverdiau, Co-Founder and Head of Training of Pilot Institute, to its Board of …

National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) Appoints Doug Carr of NBAA to Board of Directors

OSHKOSH, WI, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Carr, Senior Vice President of Safety, Security, Sustainability & International …

Global Immigration Partners Warns EB-5 Investors: September 2026 Deadline Could Shape the Future of U.S. Green Cards

Global Immigration Partners is urging prospective EB-5 investors to begin planning now WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners, PLLC, a leading U.S. immigration law firm headquartered in …

Ausable Funds Celebrates the Nomination of Kevin Warsh as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve

Veteran-owned mutual fund firm applauds President Trump’s Selection to lead the Fed MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ausable Funds International, LLC (“Ausable Funds”), a newly formed mutual fund company owned and …

The White House Accelerates PQC Transition: Securosys HSMs Already Support NIST-Certified PQC Algorithms

Securosys Confirms Its HSMs Already Support NIST-Standardized PQC Algorithms and Launches Free PQC Sandbox for Migration Testing ZURICH, ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Securosys SA, a Swiss leader in cybersecurity, …