Florida bankers are in the business of funding dreams, from helping Floridians purchase a car or home to starting a business or paying for college. Now, the Florida Bankers Association has launched a new contest aimed to grow awareness about the role bankers play in making dreams come true called, “Bank On My Dream.” Through […]
Childhood sexual abuse survivor Lauren Book today celebrated Florida’s most successful legislative session for child protection, climbing the steps of Florida’s Historic Capitol to conclude her fifth annual 1,500-mile “Walk in My Shoes” walk from Key West to Tallahassee. Book, a sexual abuse survivor, educator and nationally recognized child protection advocate, was greeted by state […]
As Florida and the nation strive to be more energy efficient, the Four Points by Sheraton Tallahassee Downtown is leading the way in environmental responsibility by achieving a significant distinction: U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) green building certification program. The hotel has received the prestigious LEED Silver certification […]
It Takes Special People to Give Florida High School Athletics Their Unique Character By Dr. Peggy Jones Associate Executive Director Florida High School Athletic Association In the past two months, the Florida High School Athletic Association has named eight Florida legends as the newest inductees into our Hall of Fame, we identified […]
The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) today announed Florida’s 2014 Academic All-State team, an honor the recognizes not just athletic accomplishments but also academic and community achievements. The group of 24 student-athletes from around Florida features eight valedictorians, one salutorian, 10 three-sport athletes and four four-sport athletes. With 12 boys and 12 girls named […]
(1-April-2014) – Caesars Entertainment has selected accesso (AIM:ACSO) to develop and support the comprehensive ticketing framework for the Las Vegas High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel at The LINQ, a $550-million open air shopping, dining and entertainment district located at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Using the accesso Passport ticketing suite allows […]
On April Fool’s Day, Sachs Media Group shared the key messages of the Tallahassee Chamber & Economic Development Council, with two positive pickets at the Chamber headquarters flashing important messages about the Chamber and EDC’s primary mission. The wonderfully gifted Chamber President Sue Dick and her talented team have it well within their wheelhouse to actively […]
Florida performed among the top states in the nation in reading and math in 2013 based on the Nation’s Report Card, compiled by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). A new, visual depiction of the data, released today by the “Learn More. Go Further.” initiative, highlights Florida students’ performance, including ranking first in the […]
LONDON (31-Mar-2014) – accesso Technology Group plc (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider to the global attractions and leisure industry, today announced the signing of a Master Service Agreement with Merlin Entertainments plc, Europe’s number one, and the world’s second-largest visitor attractions operator. This agreement creates a framework through which Merlin may utilize the […]
Child advocate Lauren Book today applauded the Florida Legislature and Governor Rick Scott for their commitment to child safety by enacting swift and sweeping legislation to protect children from sexually violent predators. The priority legislation was taken up and unanimously passed by both the Florida Senate and House during the first week of the annual […]
Sign Petition to Grant Executive Clemency to Felix Garcia Hundreds of Floridians who are deaf or hard of hearing and their family members, interpreters and advocates rallied at the Florida Capitol today for legislation (SB1304 and HB1125) that would require licensure of sign language interpreters and restoration of funding for the council that coordinates the […]
Walk through the home of Ted Judd and you’ll see walls and shelves lined with letters from governors and senators, DVDs of movies in which he acted, even an airline pilot’s uniform signed by dozens of friends. These mementos point to just a few of the amazing accomplishments Judd has been a part of – […]
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