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Since spring 2020, nurses across the globe have carried the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic on their tired shoulders, facing unimaginably challenging work environments that have ended with many leaving the profession. University of Florida College of Nursing clinical lecturer Michael Aull and clinical assistant professor Patrick Nobles, clinical faculty members at the UF Health...

Consumer sentiment in Florida slipped for a second consecutive month in February to 68.4, down 1.1 points from a revised figure of 69.5 in January and reached its lowest level in the last 10 years. Among the five components that make up the index, one increased and four decreased. Floridians’ opinions about their personal finances...

Jamar Hébert, Gainesville-based author, philanthropist, business leader, and CEO of J. Hébert Companies, has announced the release of his second book, “The Only Black In The Room”, written with the aim of promoting understanding, unity, and healing among readers of all backgrounds. Jamar shares his personal perspective on his journey climbing the leadership ranks across...

Branded Legacy, Inc. (OTCQB: BLEG), a holding company focused on the commercial development of hemp and cannabinoid-infused beverages, along with an array of CBD topicals and tinctures gets orders for Spikes CBDX Delta 8 Gummies in multiple new stores in Gainesville. Spikes CBDX Delta 8 gummies are paving the way into new accounts. Reorders continue...

The Collier Companies, partnering with ApexOne Investment Partners, has announced the acquisition of The Gathering at Arbor Greens, a luxurious, 255 apartment-home community located at 13514 NW 1st Lane, Newberry, FL 32669. The Gathering at Arbor Greens is the latest addition to The Collier Companies’ growing portfolio as the company doubles in size within the...

The Florida Department of Health in Alachua County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Newnan’s Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on February 21, 2022. The public should exercise caution in and around Newnan’s Lake. Do not drink, swim, wade, use personal watercraft,...

Recognizing an increased need for research to address the challenges of today’s nurses, renowned researcher and Gator Nurse alumna Linda Aiken, the Claire M. Fagin Leadership Professor of Nursing and a professor of sociology at the University of Pennsylvania, announced her intention to create the Linda Harman Aiken Chair. Aiken’s planned gift supports her 2016...

Lacerta Therapeutics is among the top 50 second-stage companies in Florida selected as an 11th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch honoree, a statewide competition that identifies companies expected to see significant growth over the next several years. The 11th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch awards celebration is sponsored by Nperspective CFO & Strategic...

National Resilience, Inc. (Resilience), a technology-focused manufacturing company dedicated to broadening access to complex medicines, has announced the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has awarded Ology Bioservices, Inc. (Ology), a wholly owned subsidiary of Resilience, a contract valued as much as $250 million for manufacturing development of a monoclonal antibody as a medical countermeasure (MCM)...

Butler Enterprises has announced that Allie Allure is coming to Butler Esplanade this spring. Allie Allure is a locally-owned women’s fashion boutique offering affordable, reliable, and quality fashions. This new store will carry dresses, skirts, shirts, tops, pants, and glam accessories for high school, college, and business professionals. With the goal of making every customer...